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Razer's new Kishi Ultra controller bridges the gap between phone and tablet
If you have the money Razer has the goods
Razer has a reliable reputation when it comes to gaming on consoles, PCs, or smartphones. From keyboards, to webcams, to gaming handhelds, Razer makes it all. Mobile gamers are particularly appreciative of its controller lineup. That’s why it’s good to see that an update to its Kishi line of controllers is here (you can order it on the website now) and the new Kishi Ultra looks worthy of the Kishi name.
Have you ever wanted your glasses frames to double as Bluetooth speakers? Boy howdy, do we have a sale for you! Razer, one of the most well-known PC peripheral manufacturers, has you covered with its Razer Anzu Smart Glasses.
My favorite webcam for work and play is on sale at its lowest price ever
Snag Razer's Kiyo Pro webcam at 65% off
I've never really cared what kind of webcam I use, at least not until recently. After all, just about every device I own comes with a camera or two, from my drawer of camera phones and tablets, to laptops, e-readers, and gaming devices. There's no shortage of cameras built into the tech I use, and yet I still went out of my way to find a quality web camera for work meetings and general streaming earlier this year. My choice after plenty of research was the Razer Kiyo Pro, and after using it for a year, I can confidently say it's a great camera I don't expect to replace anytime soon. Seeing that Razer's web cam is currently on sale at its lowest price ever, I wanted to share why I love the camera and why I think this Black Friday deal is too good to pass up.
Razer DeathStalker V2 Pro review: Gamer chic
It performs like a gaming keyboard but offers a refined low-profile design
I appreciate a thocky gaming keyboard as much as the next person, but if you’re looking for a sleeker, more Instagram-worthy setup, Razer may have the answer with its DeathStalker V2 Pro. The company aims to maintain the performance you’d expect from a high-end mechanical keyboard while looking slim and professional on your desk.
Does my phone work with the Razer Kishi V2?
Keen to improve your mobile gaming experience with a handheld controller? Here’s how to know if your phone is compatible with the Razer Kishi V2
The Razer Kishi V2 is a handheld controller that you can attach to your smartphone, potentially giving you the edge over your competitors in mobile games such as Call of Duty, thanks to highly responsive microswitch buttons and smooth ultra-low latency input that minimizes lag. Great, right? Absolutely. The Razer Kishi V2 is no slouch, and you wouldn't be here if you didn't think so. But to level up and enjoy the benefits of an exceptional portable gaming experience, you must first confirm if your phone is Razer Kishi V2-compatible.
The uber-cool Razer Edge 5G hits Verizon's store shelves
Stock flying fast while the Wi-Fi-only model goes into pre-order mode
Barring the Nintendo Switch, the options for a truly handheld gaming console are few and far between. While the Steam Deck and the Logitech G Cloud fought to lead a paradigm shift, the latter's arrival was hindered by its price tag while Valve's inventory just wasn't keeping pace with demand. We've known about Razer's pitch in the segment for quite a while now and were enthralled with the Razer Edge 5G's potential at a CES demo. Now, the anticipation's all gone as customers in the US can pick up the 5G version of this new Android handheld exclusively from Verizon.
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The Razer Edge is a powerful Android tablet designed for cloud gaming
But Razer's newest gaming handheld comes at a high price
2022 is clearly the year of the gaming handheld. Today, Razer revealed an Android tablet built from the ground up for cloud gaming. Named the Razer Edge, it's the latest entry in a string of cloud gaming hardware.
Razer and Verizon hop on the cloud gaming handheld bandwagon
Logitech isn't the only one eyeballing game streaming users
Welp, it would appear Logitech isn't the only one chasing after the game streaming market with dedicated handheld hardware, and so Razer and Verizon have just announced that the two companies have partnered to bring the Razer Edge 5G to market. This is a device built for high-performance gaming, sporting a Snapdragon G3X Gen 1, Qualcomm's latest gaming platform. So it would appear that not only are Razer and Verizon looking to eat Logitech's lunch with a much more powerful device than the yet-to-be-launched G Cloud, but since Verizon is involved, you can expect access to 5G Ultra Wideband to ensure the handheld is truly portable.
Razer's second-gen Kishi controller gets some big upgrades and a price to match
The Razer Kishi v2 is finally here, with microswitches and an all-new design
The original Razer Kishi controller for Android came to life with the help of Gamevice, a controller manufacturer that nailed the familiar landscape side-by-side orientation necessary for comfortable gameplay. Plenty of companies have followed Gamevice's and Razer's lead with similar controllers since the Kishi's launch in 2020, like the GameSir X2 or the Backbone One, but Razer's Kishi is still the most recognizable of the bunch, and today Razer has announced the sequel, the Razer Kishi v2, and it goes on sale today for $100.
In all the reviews we've published of Razer products, it has never once occurred to any Android Police editor to perform the ultimate penetration test and see how well they stand up to bullets. Not for lack of creativity, it just seems counterproductive to shoot your hardware. But earlier this week, a Redditor posted photos indicating that the Razer Kraken headphones were a real lifesaver for when someone got gun-happy in the neighborhood.
Razer has a plan to sync your games with every single light in your house
It includes a new app and new hardware partners
Can't bear the thought of your living room, kitchen, or guest room looking drab? Want to spread the joy of all the RGB gear in, on, and around your Fortnite rig? Razer, which booted up its CES 2022 presence with a very un-RGB smartwatch, wants to bring every single smart bulb and lightstrip in your house under its roof with the Razer Smart Home app.
As you might have heard, Fossil and Razer have teamed up for a bit of an unusual collab: The Razer X Fossil Gen 6 is a custom version of the Fossil Gen 6 that was released last year, and only 1337 will be available for purchase. I've had the opportunity to use one for a while now, and it doesn't exactly scream gamer — but personally, I appreciate the subtlety.
Razer and Fossil have made a smartwatch baby and you get three guesses what color the strap is
Skagen also has a new watch, too
Smartwatch producer Fossil is back for another year, taking the opportunity during CES 2022 to push forward its sixth generation of Wear OS smartwatches with its Skagen brand taking the lead. In addition, Razer is snagging a slice of the action by partnering with the company for a limited edition wearable.
Razer Hammerhead (2021) review: These earbuds are lit
Quality audio, comfortable, and feature rich... but the ANC sucks
Razer has taken a couple stabs at making competitive true wireless earbuds in the past, beginning with the original Hammerhead in 2019 and followed last year by the Hammerhead Pro. While both models were fine, they didn't quite live up to comparisons against earbuds like the Apple Airpods. Now a second generation of the Hammerhead is out, and while it has launched into a saturated market, Razer made some worthwhile improvements that make these fairly interesting at a mere $130.
Aside from its laptops, Razer is known for releasing unique accessories for smartphones typically aimed at gamers like the Kishi mobile controller that turns your Android phone into a portable gaming console. The company is now back with another quirky accessory for smartphones: a cooler with RGB lighting. If your Android phone starts overheating and throttling while gaming, you can use the Razer Cooler Chroma to help keep its temperature in check.
Weekend poll: Would you buy a dedicated Android gaming handheld?
Gaming on the go, no phone required
Although we're slowly making our way to the end of another long year, the biggest story in tech this week looked ahead to the far-flung future of 2022. As Qualcomm announced its lineup of processors and other products set to power all of next year's upcoming flagships, one area of focus, in particular, caught our eye: gaming. The company is taking mobile games more seriously than ever before, and it all starts with a new chipset and a partnership with Razer.
The Razer Kishi, our favorite Android controller, is at its lowest price ever right now
The cheapest you've been able to get a non-refurbished unit to date
The Razer Kishi is a cool mobile gamepad that stretches out like an accordion to clamp onto your phone — making it a sort of Android-based Switch Lite. Assuming your phone fits, it's a really great way to control mobile games. It's not an easy sell at 80 bucks, but Black Friday's come early: Today, it's $45 — the cheapest we've ever seen new units go for.
Slay your mobile games with a Razer Kishi gamepad, refurbished and priced to sell
The knight for (affordable) hire
If you take gaming on your phone seriously, but are looking for that next step on where to go, here's a big and cheap idea: you can grab a Razer Kishi gamepad for a floor-low price.
Razer's new ANC headphones slice the price of the original pair in half
And they come in some bright new colors
Razer released its first pair of ANC-equipped headphones last year, and to our surprise, they were actually quite the value. At $200, its Opus headset managed to undercut the competition, delivering excellent sound quality and noise cancellation without breaking the bank. Razer's looking to pull away from the pack for the second year in a row, cutting the price of its brand-new set of headphones in half.This set, dubbed the Opus X, aims to give budget-conscious shoppers excellent headphones for both gaming and music. Like last year's model, this cheaper pair features 40mm drivers that should be capable of the same excellent sound. Two of its four microphones are dedicated to ANC, and a passthrough mode lets you hear anyone around you without taking them off. While they drop the THX branding and 3.5mm input (boo!) from last year's model, battery life has been extended in return, offering up to 30 hours of listening time with ANC enabled. A fair trade if you're more concerned with longevity than cables.
Lineage OS the premiere custom Android ROM, and one of the best things about it is that it's constantly expanding. Over the last few weeks the distributed team has added no less than sixteen new phones and tablets from a handful of vendors.