BioWare and Razer Unveil Mass Effect 3 Product Line

Award-winning developer BioWare, a label of Electronic Arts Inc. along with Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, reveal today peripherals and gear created for the highly anticipated Action RPG Mass Effect 3.

Fans of the Mass Effect series can arm themselves for the all-out galactic war with the Razer Mass Effect 3 Edition peripheral line which includes a Razer Imperator gaming mouse, Razer Vespula dual-sided gaming mouse mat, Razer BlackWidow Ultimate gaming keyboard, Razer Onza Tournament Edition Xbox 360 controller, and Razer Chimaera Xbox 360 gaming headset. The cutting-edge peripherals will give fans of the series a competitive advantage in the epic battle to save the galaxy from the ancient alien race known only as the Reapers.

"BioWare is pulling out all of the stops for Mass Effect 3 to ensure it's the best and boldest game in the series," said Robert 'RazerGuy' Krakoff, President, Razer USA. "With our official line of peripherals and gear for Mass Effect 3, we're giving fans the best gaming weaponry and hardware to meet the challenge head on – and come out victorious."

"With Mass Effect 3 we're delivering a truly epic experience for both the existing fans and newcomers into the series," said David Silverman, Marketing Director for BioWare. "Mass Effect 3 is an all-out Galactic war and partnering with Razer gives us an opportunity to raise the stakes even higher and provide gamers with a product line that will certainly help them take Earth back on March 6."

Fans can also receive gear to protect and safeguard peripherals and gadgets from the intensity of the intergalactic warfare in Mass Effect 3. The Razer Mass Effect 3 Edition gear line includes a sleek, hard protection case customized for the iPhone 4/4S, and a sleek N7 messenger bag for ample storage. Both the Mass Effect 3 peripherals and gear line are emblazoned with Mass Effect iconic N7 design, bestowed only to the highest-ranking soldiers of the Systems Alliance military, worn by Commander Shepard on his armor. Mass Effect 3 peripherals are available now for pre-order from Razerzone.

For more information, head to www.razerzone.com/me3.

Mass Effect 3 arrives on the Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and PC in North America on March 6, 2012 and in Europe on March 9, 2012 and is available for pre-order now at participating retailers. Fans who pre-order have the opportunity to arm themselves with cutting-edge in-game weapons and armor to prepare for the all-out galactic war. For more information on Mass Effect 3, please visit www.masseffect.com, follow the game on Twitter at www.twitter.com/masseffect or "like" the game on Facebook at www.facebook.com/masseffect.

About the Mass Effect 3 Razer Imperator Ergonomic Gaming Mouse

Mass Effect 3 drops players into an all-out galactic war where the Reapers have taken Earth, and only you as Commander Shepard can take back Earth and prevent the entire galaxy from complete annihilation. Use the Razer Imperator Mass Effect 3 Edition gaming mouse as your tech-blade, an extension of your arm and with its 6400 dpi 4G Dual Sensor System dispatch the ruthless enemies before they end humanity's existence.

Price: US $79.99 / EU euro 79.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - Pre-Order Now
Worldwide - March 2012

Product features:

- 6400 dpi 4G Dual Sensor System
- Rubberized contoured thumb grip for added control
- Ergonomic right-handed design
- Adjustable side buttons
- Razer Synapse Onboard Memory
- Up to 200 inches per second /50g acceleration
- Seven independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
- On-the-Fly Sensitivity adjustment
- Zero-acoustic Ultraslick mouse feet
- Approx. size in mm: 123 (Length) x 71 (Width) x 42 (Height)

About the Mass Effect 3 Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

The Razer BlackWidow Mass Effect 3 Edition gaming keyboard is a state-of-the-art weapon with its full-fledged heavy-duty mechanical key infrastructure. When it delivers crisp, tactile feedback and faster keystroke actuation, this revolutionary, fully backlit gaming keyboard helps Commander Shepard get the mission done with razor-sharp efficiency.

Price: US $139.99 / EU euro 139.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - Pre-Order Now
Worldwide - March 2012

Product Features:

- Full mechanical keys with 50g actuation force
- Individually backlit keys with 5 levels of lighting
- 1000 Hz Ultrapolling / 1 ms response time
- Programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
- Gaming mode option for deactivation of the Windows key
- 10 customizable software profiles with on-the-fly switching
- 5 additional macro keys
- Gaming optimized key matrix for minimized ghosting
- Multi-media controls
- Braided cable
- Audio-out / Mic-in jacks
- USB-passthrough
- Approx. size in mm: 475 (Length) x 171 (Width) x 30 (Height)
- Weight: 1.5 kg

About the Mass Effect 3 Razer Vespula Dual-Sided Gaming Mouse Mat

In Mass Effect 3, Commander Shepard and his team will face their greatest challenge yet - the Reapers. The Razer Vespula dual-sided gaming mouse mat is the perfect way to ensure that you're prepared for each battle. Get neck-breaking acceleration under your mouse with the SPEED side to hit the enemies before they can react, or deliver precise headshots with the measured movement of the CONTROL side. Exclusively designed in pitch-black finish with the iconic N7 logo and stripes displayed on Shepard's Armor, the Razer Vespula Mass Effect 3 Edition readies both you and your mouse for the war to take Earth back.

Price: US $34.99 / EU euro 34.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - Pre-Order Now
Worldwide - March 2012

Product features:

- Non-slip, anti-reflective, abrasion-resistant hard coat
- SPEED surface for faster mouse movements
- CONTROL surface for precise mouse movements
- Comes with a gel-filled wrist rest
- Approximate Size : 320 mm / 12.61" (Length) x 260 mm / 10.24" (Width) x 20 mm / 0.79" (Height)
- Approximate Weight: 332 g / 0.73 lbs

About the Mass Effect 3 Onza Tournament Edition Xbox 360 Gaming Controller

The Onza TE Mass Effect 3 Edition provides enhanced combat effectiveness through adjustable resistance on both analog sticks and the addition of two fully -programmable multi-function buttons. Quickly fire biotics from the extra shoulder buttons to disable enemies, and use analog sticks calibrated to your preferred tension. An improved D-pad, Hyperesponse buttons, and a 15-foot lightweight braided cable, round-off this perfect weapon for Mass Effect 3 on the Xbox 360 and PC.

Price: US $59.99 / EU euro 59.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - Pre-Order Now
Worldwide - March 2012

Product features:

- 2 Adjustable resistance analog sticks
- 2 Multi-Function Buttons (MFB)
- 4 backlit Hyperesponse action buttons
- Precision D-Pad
- Non-slip rubber surface
- Quick release USB connector
- 15 foot, lightweight, braided fiber cable
- Approx. size in mm: 109 (Length) x 154 (Width) x 60.5 (Height)

About the Mass Effect 3 Razer Chimaera Xbox 360 5.1 Wireless Gaming Headset

Whether tuning into the immersive sounds of the various exotic in-game locales featured in Mass Effect 3, or to get the one-up on enemies through audio cues and pinpoint positional audio – The Razer Chimaera 5.1 Mass Effect 3 Edition gaming headset takes you into the game full throttle by way of your ears. As you hear the Reapers closing in all around you, be ready to take the fight to them.

Price: US $209.99 / EU euro 209.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - March 2012
Worldwide - March 2012

Product features:

- Wireless Headset
- Circumaural Design with 50 mm Driver Units
- Volume & Mic Control Buttons on the Headset
- 3 Preset EQ
- Detachable 2.5 mm Microphone Cable
- Dimensions: 200 mm (Width) x 204 mm (Height) x 88 mm (Depth)
- Inner Ear Cup Diameter: 55 mm / 2.16"
- Approximate Weight (including batteries): 369 g / 0.81 lbs

Headphones

- Radio Frequency: 5.8 GHz
- Dolby Headphone / Dolby Pro Logic II / Dolby Digital
- Wireless Range: 33 ft / 10 m
- Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
- Impedance: 32O at 1 kHz
- Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): 105 dB +/- 2 dB
- Drivers: 50 mm, with Neodymium Magnets
- Batteries: 2 AAA Batteries (Up to 8 Hours Battery Life)
- Charging Time: 3 Hours

Microphone

- Frequency Response: 130 - 10,000 Hz
- Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): -42 +/- 2 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >55 dB
- Pick-up Pattern: Uni-directional

Hardware Requirements

Xbox 360
- Available Optical Port

PC
- RCA to 3.5 mm Cable
- Available 3.5 mm Headphone Jack
- Available 3.5mm Microphone Jack

About the Mass Effect 3 iPhone 4 Protection Case by Razer

With a hard-shell design inspired by Commander Shepard's iconic N7 Onyx Armor, and complete with segmented protection plates, your iPhone 4 is getting the best protection to take on every intense firefight, battle, and hard knock Mass Effect 3 and your life can throw at it.

Price: US $24.99 / EU euro 24.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - March 2012
Worldwide - March 2012

[B]Product features:

- Heavy duty silicone protection for your iPhone 4 from the elements
- Rubberized finish for better grip
- Mass Effect 3 inspired design

About the Mass Effect 3 Razer Messenger Bag

Constructed with tear-resistant, weather-proof heavy-duty 1680D ballistic nylon, the Mass Effect 3 Razer Messenger bag gives your gaming laptop and gear total protection from intergalactic warfare.

Price: US $79.99 / EU euro 79.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com - March 2012
Worldwide - March 2012

Product features:

- Armored with a tear-resistant, weather-proof heavy duty 1680D ballistic nylon outer shell
- Water-resistant TPU inner lining for added durability
- Single shoulder sling design for added mobility
- Built in compartments for up to 15" laptops, gaming peripherals and portable gaming devices.
- Durable inner lining protects electronic devices and provides ample shock absorbency while on the road

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Razer Reveals 'Project Fiona' PC Gaming Tablet at CES

Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, is proud to announce their newest gaming concept design - the Project Fiona PC Gaming Tablet. Unlike other tablets designed for general use and casual gaming, Project Fiona is a tablet concept designed to play the most popular PC games of today with an intuitive control setup for a phenomenal on-the-go gaming experience.

Powered by Intel Core i7

Razer worked closely with Intel to harness the power of its third generation Intel Core i7 processor in Project Fiona. As a result, Razer's tablet is more akin to a fully functioning PC; and yet in a form factor and platform highly familiar to everybody.

Instead of relying on developers to work on a suite of brand new applications for Project Fiona, many PC games today run natively on the tablet concept without the need to be ported, optimized, or developed from scratch.

Moreover, Project Fiona will feature one of the most powerful processors integrated in a tablet form factor. Instead of the casual and mobile-only games that run on under-powered tablets, Project Fiona will run full-fledged PC games that have never run on a tablet form factor before until today.

"Project Fiona's combination of high performance Intel-based gaming hardware and innovative tablet design is specifically focused for PC gamers. It will unleash the PC gamer to play their existing and future high-end games in one of the most exciting new form factors - a tablet," said Brad Graff, Director of Partner Marketing, Netbook & Tablet Group, Intel.

PC Gaming User Interface Designed For a Tablet Form Factor

Razer's multi-award winning user interface and ergonomics team have developed an all-new hybrid user interface scheme for Project Fiona. Featuring integrated dual game controllers with ultra-precise analog sticks, Project Fiona runs gamepad-enabled PC games right out of the box.

Along with the game controllers, Project Fiona is also designed with ultra-precise accelerometers and a highly sensitive multi-touch screen. This provides game developers with new game experiential opportunities to develop around the hybrid game control experience offered by Project Fiona. It also ensures current-generation PC games run on the tablet concept, as well as any existing games optimized for the touchscreen interface of a tablet.

Future games developed for Fiona are expected to take advantage of not just the integrated gamepad controls but also integrate core game functionality controls for the touchscreen and accelerometer-based controls.

"While multi-touch screens have become the de facto user interface for tablets, they are not the right interface for serious PC gaming," said Min-Liang Tan, CEO, Razer. "The user interface we have designed for Project Fiona allows all existing PC games to be played right out of the box and also provides game developers new opportunities as they develop next-gen games on a highly-intuitive platform. Both developers and gamers are going to love the new user interface that combines the best of a gamepad, multi-touch screen and accelerometers for an all-new gaming experience on-the-go."

The Most Immersive Gaming Experience on a Tablet

To further intensify the gaming experience with Project Fiona, Razer's integrated dual controllers deliver full force feedback, so every explosion or gun recoil can be felt in the gamer's hands.

THX Ltd., which works with many of the world's most innovative audio and video home entertainment manufacturers, agrees that the tablet adds tremendous flexibility to a gamer’s lifestyle. "Video games, music and entertainment that previously were mainly enjoyed within the home can now be enjoyed anywhere through tablets such as the Razer Concept PC Gaming Tablet," said Chris Golson, Senior Director, Business Development, THX.

Developer units of the Project Fiona Concept PC Gaming Tablet will be made available soon.

Price: Estimated below USD $1,000

Availability: Actual product shipping Q4 2012

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Razer Reveals the Naga Hex MOBA/action-RPG Gaming Mouse

Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, is taking your intense arena battling and frenzied hack and slash gaming to the next level with the Razer Naga Hex MOBA/action-RPG gaming mouse. Inspired by the award-winning Razer Naga MMO gaming mouse's 12-button thumb grid, the Razer Naga Hex features six large thumb buttons optimized for the user interfaces found in action-RPG and MOBA games.

Excitement in the world of gaming is heating up with the rise of the Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) genre, with games like the critically acclaimed League of Legends. Games that throw champions into a ring to arm themselves, level up, and duke it out against one another while defending massive super structures.

Six mechanical buttons optimized for MOBA/action-RPGs

Enter the Razer Naga Hex, designed with six mechanical buttons to specifically bind the spells, abilities, items, and other invaluable commands in MOBA games like League of Legends for faster and easier actuation. With a mechanical key infrastructure that requires less force to actuate, you gain the edge in speed over enemies, attacking before they can react. The Razer Naga Hex is also perfect for obsessive clicking in hack and slash games.

High performance buttons up to 250 clicks a minute

Since both the RPG and MOBA game genres require intensive clicking, the Razer Naga Hex's buttons are constructed with special switches for a performance of up to 250 clicks per minute - perfect for pro-gamers with lightning fast reflexes. Don't worry about hyper-clicking though, as the Razer Naga Hex utilizes switches that are good for up to a whopping 10 million clicks.

Ergonomic shape and interchangeable thumb rests

The Razer Naga Hex is designed with an ergonomic curvature that fits your hand comfortably. The placement of the six thumb buttons has also been perfected over countless design reiterations, and validated by MOBA pro-gamers to ensure you're getting the best game control and grip. 3 interchangeable thumb rests of different heights are included so you get the best comfort and grip that suits you. This is especially important for reducing strain during lengthy gaming sessions at home or at highly competitive tournaments.

Synapse 2.0 enabled

The Razer Naga Hex will also be Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled - this means the mouse is installed with the world's first cloud-based storage software that automatically saves all user custom mouse settings and profiles to a cloud server. These settings can then be accessed from any computer, with any Razer Naga Hex, ensuring that the mouse is ready for use instantly, and setup just the way you like it.

"I love RPG and MOBA games. And I believe that having the right abilities available is the difference between slaying enemies and winning, or dying a miserable death and having your character wiped in hardcore mode," said Robert 'RazerGuy' Krakoff, President, Razer USA. "That's why we designed the Razer Naga Hex - we believe that the six mechanical thumb buttons are going to help gamers stay ahead of the competition with the best ergonomic control."

About the Razer Naga Hex Gaming Mouse

The Razer Naga Hex is perfectly suited for pro-gamers and fans of the MOBA/action-RPG game genres. It is primed with six mechanical thumb buttons for the exact number of controls necessary to suit the user interfaces of those games. Bind your skill-bar or inventory grid to the six buttons for faster, more comfortably efficient access to your full range of powers as you take the competition down.

Price: $79.99

Availability

Razerzone.com : 10 January Pre-orders open, Ship End January
Worldwide : In stores March 2012

Product features:

- 6 MOBA/action-RPG optimized mechanical thumb buttons
- 11 total programmable buttons
- Special switches in buttons for up to 250 clicks per minute
- 10 million click life cycle
- Ergonomic curved design
- Razer Synapse 2.0
- 5600 dpi Razer Precision 3.5G Laser Sensor
- 1000 Hz Ultrapolling/1 ms response time
- Approximate Size : 116 mm/4.57" (Length) x 78 mm/3.07" (Width) x 42 mm/1.65" (Height)
- Approximate Weight: 134 g/0.30 lbs

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Hot News: Stolen Razer Blade Prototype Laptops

Razer, maker of high performance gaming gear, has reported that two of their prototype gaming laptops were stolen on the weekend of 4th November from their Bay Area R&D lab. Looking at the basic specs of the laptop, one can see why they were so attractive to thieves: Intel Core i7 2640M Processor (2.80 GHz), 8GB 1333MHz DDR3 Memory, 17.3" LED Backlit Display (1920 x 1080 pixels) & NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M with NVIDIA Optimus Technology and 2 GB Dedicated GDDR5 Video Memory and of course the styling. The outfit is understandably miffed about this and have announced the theft on their Facebook page:

Dear Razer Community,

Over the weekend of 11/4/11, we had a break-in at one of our Razer offices. Two Razer Blade prototypes were stolen from our Bay area R&D lab.

As you can imagine, the return of these prototype units is very important to the company. We have already reported this to the authorities who are working closely with us on this matter.

We take this act of theft seriously and would like to appeal for its return and discourage anyone from buying the Razer Blade prototypes from the perpetrators, whether online or otherwise, as they are stolen property.

We appreciate any and all information anyone may have on the incident. Please contact us at cult@razerzone.com if you have any information.

Thank you for all your support.

Min

Here's hoping that the criminals are caught soon and brought to justice. In the meantime, here is Razer's press release for this laptop, including more pictures and full specs.

Razer Announces World's First Cloud-based Storage For Personalized Gaming Settings

Razer, the technology leader in gaming user interfaces, brings you the next innovation in gaming peripherals by unveiling the all-new Razer Synapse 2.0, the world’s first application for storing your personalized peripheral settings in the cloud, making your settings for gaming available anytime, anywhere.

In 2006, Razer invented Synapse, the world’s first onboard memory feature for gaming peripherals, which allowed the user to store gaming macros, key binds, and profiles directly to their Razer devices, and enabled gamers to bring their personalized settings with them on the go. Onboard memory for gaming devices, pioneered by Razer, has quickly become an industry standard for gaming peripherals all over the world.

The new Razer Synapse 2.0 software revolutionizes this concept by harnessing next-gen, cloud-based technology to ensure that you have full access to all of your peripheral hardware settings, anytime, anywhere at tournaments, LAN centers, at home and at the office. With the advent of Synapse 2.0, onboard memory for devices is now obsolete.

With Razer Synapse 2.0, all of your Razer peripheral settings for any next generation Razer gaming device will be automatically stored in a cloud server which is accessible from any computer. You will be able to take your mouse to a LAN center and instantly sync your custom settings simply by logging into Razer Synapse 2.0. You can even access your custom settings while using Razer peripherals provided by a tournament host, enabling you to spend less time setting up controls and more time gaming. Razer Synapse 2.0 also automatically downloads drivers, game add-ons, and firmware updates as they become available, ensuring your Razer devices are always updated.

“Razer Synapse 2.0 is a testament to our drive to continually innovate for the benefit of the gamer and end-user,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, President, Razer USA. “Razer Synapse 2.0 gives gamers a convenient, single cloud-based platform to access, maintain, and store settings for all of their Razer devices. On-board memory, with its limited storage for user profiles, becomes obsolete when Razer Synapse 2.0 offers essentially unlimited space for all of your hardware settings.”


Razer Synapse 2.0 will be launched for all next generation Razer devices and the software is currently in an internal beta stage. The next stage of closed beta will be rolled out initially to selected users of the multi-award winning Razer Naga, where up to 500 Razer Naga users can get a first glimpse of Razer Synapse 2.0 by signing up here.

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Razer and Hasbro Launch Transformers 3 Gaming Peripherals

Earth will soon shroud in the dark of the moon as the great war between the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS explodes, threatening to tear our planet apart. Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, under license from Hasbro, Inc., will unleash a unique Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon Collector’s Edition product line to prepare you for the metal on metal battle of epic proportions now available on DVD and Blu-Ray.

Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron, and Shockwave: four legends crafted and transmuted into four uniquely designed Razer DeathAdder mice to give you unparalleled gaming performance while evoking the heart-pumping excitement and robot wonder of the Transformers universe.

Also included in the product line is a dual-sided Razer Vespula mouse mat. One side represents the Autobots with a speed-enhancing surface, the other of the Decepticons with a control-enhancing surface, to showcase your favored allegiance as you annihilate opponents with your preferred style of swiping. And finally, an exclusive laptop case designed by Razer, available in the four iconic Transformers brand colors, delivers a sleek and eye-catching storage solution for your gaming on the go.

“The Transformers franchise has never been more mind-blowing. Especially now with the Transformers: Dark of the Moon movie, a blockbuster hit across the globe,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, President, Razer USA. “Fans, whether long-time or newcomers thanks to the films, will love the Transformers product line we’ve designed. It’ll give you our best gaming-grade peripherals wrapped up in the designs of the famed robot universe.”

“Powerful technology in spectacularly designed hardware – that’s what both the Transformers franchise and Razer have in common,” said Joe Keane, VP Brand Licensing for the Americas, Hasbro. “And that’s why this collaboration is something fans of the brand and gamers alike will seriously enjoy.”

About the Razer DeathAdder: Transformers: Dark of the Moon Collector’s Edition Gaming Mouse
The Razer DeathAdder has always been the weapon of choice for gamers seeking a combination of comfort and unbridled gaming precision. A 3500dpi 3.5G infrared sensor, 1000Hz Ultrapolling with 1ms response time, 5 Hyperesponse buttons, and On-the-Fly sensitivity adjustments make the right-handed ergonomic Razer DeathAdder: Transformers: Dark of the Moon Collector’s Edition more than meets the eye.

Available in four unique designs representing four famed characters of the Transformers universe: Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron, and Shockwave.

Price: US $59.99 / EU €59.99

Availability:
North America (Retail and Razerzone.com) – Available Now
Rest of the World – Q4 2011

Product features:

• Ergonomic right-handed design
• 3500dpi Razer precision 3.5G infrared sensor
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time
• 5 independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
• On-the-fly sensitivity adjustments
• 60 – 120 inches per second and 15g of acceleration
• Zero-acoustic Razer gaming grade Ultraslick mouse feet
• Gold-plated USB connector
• 7-ft lightweight, braided fiber cable
• Approx. size in mm: 128(L) x 70(W) x 42.5(H)

About the Razer Vespula: Transformers: Dark of the Moon Collector’s Edition Gaming Mouse Mat
The dual-sided Razer Vespula mouse mat provides two distinct gaming-grade surfaces on an abrasion-resistant hard coat to suit your preferred swipe style – SPEED for smoother fast-paced action, maximizing freedom of movement; and CONTROL for ultra-precise movements and tactile feedback with its textured surface. Game over extended sessions in complete comfort thanks to a memory conformance wrist rest designed to reduce fatigue and make smashing your metal opponent to a pulp so much easier.

The speed-enhancing surface of the Razer Vespula: Transformers: Dark of the Moon Collector’s Edition is embossed with a design of Optimus Prime representing the Autobots, and the control-precise side embossed with a design of Megatron representing the Decepticons. Choose which side of the great war you’ll fight and swipe on for victory.

Price: US $34.99 / EU €34.99

Availability:
North America (Retail and Razerzone.com) – Available Now
Rest of the World – Q4 2011

Product features:

• Non-slip, anti-reflective, abrasion-resistant hard coat on dual sides for accurate mouse tracking
• Design of Optimus Prime and Autobots on SPEED surface for faster mouse movements
• Design of Megatron and Decepticons on CONTROL surface for precise mouse movements
• Size: 300mm (length) x 240mm (width) x 4 mm (height)
• Comes with a gel-filled wrist rest for maximum comfort

About the Razer Laptop Case: Transformers: Dark of the Moon Collector’s Edition
A new product crafted exclusively for the Transformers brand, the Razer Laptop Case is made of a flexible hard weave with a zip seal to ensure your precious game-destroying machine is well protected on the go, and easily accessible for quick deployment. Available in four colors, two embossed with a chrome metallic faction logo of the Autobots, two of the Decepticons’.

Price: US $49.99 / EU €49.99

Product features:

• Storage for laptops up to 15"
• Hard, flexible plastic shell for maximum protection and shock absorption
• Padded inner lining for laptop scratch protection
• Straps to securely fasten laptop for travel
• Metallic logo of Autobots or Decepticons emblazoned on front of case
• Four colors available: Red, yellow, silver, purple
• Approximate internal storage size: 390mm x 300mm x 40mm (15.4 in x 11.8 in x 1.6 in)

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Razer to Design The Ultimate Arcade Stick for The XBOX 360 with The Community

Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, just announced a program to co-develop the ultimate arcade stick for the Xbox 360 together with the arcade stick community. The arcade stick, developed with pro-gamer feedback, is currently at the prototype stage. For the finishing touches, up to 200+ specially selected top-seed Street Fighter IV pro-gamers, influential modders, and members of the arcade enthusiast community will each be given a Razer arcade stick to test and provide feedback to further improve it to perfection, whereupon the final design will then proceed to production.

Since the company’s beginnings in ’98, Razer has continually taken pro-gamer feedback and validation during the product development phase to ensure that the design for every gaming product shipped is the absolute best for the competitive edge in tournament-grade play. But in an unprecedented move in the gaming hardware space, Razer is now reaching out to the entire arcade stick community to help make this yet-to-be-named product the best arcade stick in the world. Their feedback will be a huge influencing factor in the design of the final product.

“Razer is for gamers, by gamers. We’ve been taking feedback from our professional players on products for years and now we want to open it up to the community. That’s why we want every arcade enthusiast and modder’s input in the development of this special arcade stick,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, President, Razer USA. “In this way, it’s not just our arcade stick; it’s the community’s arcade stick. Together, we will create a weapon that delivers the best fighting performance for every gamer and allows modding to the individual’s exact specifications. We’re not just asking people for input on the paint job, we’re after serious hardware feedback.”

Members of the arcade community worldwide interested in participating in this beta program are encouraged to contribute ideas at www.razerzone.com/bredtofight, along with a short description as to why they should be selected for prototype testing. Registrants can also nominate other people to the program. Up to 200+ successful applicants worldwide will receive an arcade stick prototype delivered directly to their homes.

Razer will be launching this non-retail arcade stick closed beta community program at Tokyo Game Show, the heart of the professional console fighting scene. Select pro-gamers and key modders will also be approached very soon to begin beta testing the prototype.

For more information on the arcade stick or the community program and how to get involved, please visit this page.

Please note, the pictures depict a preliminary design, the actual product may differ from what's shown in the pictures.

Razer Announces Blackwidow Stealth Edition Gaming Keyboards

Razer, the world’s leading high-end precision gaming brand, is emerging from the shadows to unleash a flurry of hurt with the Razer BlackWidow Stealth Edition mechanical gaming keyboards. Both the Ultimate and Standard versions of this hardcore mechanical keyboard have been refitted with a keyset that offers tactility but with a quieter feedback for the true silent assassins of gaming.

The Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth Edition also comes with extreme anti-ghosting. This is an improvement over the traditional anti-ghosting matrix when it allows up to 6 simultaneous key presses anywhere on the keyset so your orchestra of destruction is executed in its entirety.

“Where the first Razer BlackWidow can be likened to a barbarian ploughing through enemies with ease, the Stealth Edition of this mechanical keyboard is the ninja who sneaks up on opponents unexpectedly to take them down in a quick blur,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, President, Razer USA. “Quieter feedback on the keys, lighter actuation force, extreme anti-ghosting on the Ultimate version, and a new matte black finish make the Stealth Edition of the Razer BlackWidow keyboards the best choice for the unassuming but extremely deadly gamer.”

Both Ultimate and Standard versions of the Razer BlackWidow Stealth Edition are now available exclusively on Razerzone.

About the Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth Edition
The Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth Edition mechanical keyboard delivers the same rapid-fire key press and tactile feedback as the award-winning original, only now much quieter than before. In addition, complete anti-ghosting on the entire keyset allows up to 6 simultaneous key presses so multiple commands or actions can be executed at the same time. Rounding that off with backlighting, additional macro keys, and on-the-fly macro recording, the Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth Edition is a weapon of ruthless power.

Price: USD $139.99 / EU€139.99

Product Features:

• Full mechanical keys with 45g actuation force
• Extreme anti-ghosting
• Individually backlit keys with 5 levels of lighting
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling/1ms response time
• Programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
• Gaming mode option for deactivation of the Windows key
• 10 customizable software profiles with on-the-fly switching
• 5 additional macro keys
• Multi-media control keys
• Braided cable
• Audio-Out/Mic-In jack
• USB-passthrough
• Approx size (mm): 475(l) x 171(w) x 30(h)
• Weight: 1.5kg

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Razer Unveils The World's First True Gaming Laptop

The PC industry today has never looked bleaker. The world’s largest PC-maker Hewlett-Packard just announced their intention to explore the separation of its PC business. With PC manufacturers increasingly abandoning design and technology in lieu of outsourcing and cost-cutting, the PC industry has seen a severe dearth of innovation in recent years. Gaming consoles have also taken advantage of this innovation slump in the PC industry to garner attention from game developers and gamers alike, to the extent that now PC versions of cross-platform games are often sub-par ports of their console counterparts.

Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, introduces the Razer Blade – a full aluminum chassis gaming laptop featuring true portability, incredible performance, and an all-new revolutionary user interface. With the introduction of the Razer Blade – a feat of modern-day systems engineering and technology, Razer is reinvigorating technological and design innovation for the entire PC industry, and encouraging gamers and developers to return to the PC as the primary gaming platform of choice.

Mobile systems developed for gaming today compromise on portability and form factor for game performance. While such machines run games well, they are over 2 inches thick and can weigh more than 10lbs. The Razer Blade measures 0.88 inches thin, less than half that of current mobile gaming systems, and weighs only 6.97lbs, achieving a balance between portability and performance – making it the world’s first true gaming laptop.

Developed in partnership with Intel, the Razer Blade features a fast Intel Core i7 processor and a high performance NVIDIA GeForce graphics processor. The hardware was designed torun the most demanding games of today without sacrificing the laptop’s portable form factor.The Razer Blade also does not compromise on screen size as it comes with an incredible LED backlit high-definition 17” display.

The Razer Blade features the Switchblade User Interface - Razer’s multi-award winning, highly intuitive interface technology. The interface is comprised of 10 dynamic adaptive tactile keys for easier access of in-game commands, and an LCD capable of two modes: one mode that displays in-game information when a mouse is in use; and another mode that functions as an ultra-sensitive, multi-touch panel designed for gaming on the go.

“The Razer Blade was designed to give gamers a laptop they could truly use on the go,” said Min-Liang Tan, CEO and Creative Director, Razer. “Its sleek, lightweight aluminum construction makes it the thinnest 17-inch gaming laptop available today.”

"To truly co-develop a gaming laptop of this caliber with a company like Razer is quite a remarkable feat,” said Mooly Eden, VP and General Manager of the PC Client Group, Intel. “Bringing together our engineering forces and utilizing our fast Intel Core i7 processor, the Razer Blade delivers top-class gaming performance in a very portable form factor."

“Powered by an advanced NVIDIA GeForce GPU with award winning NVIDIA Optimus technology, the Razer Blade has the muscle to run cutting edge games with intense graphics while still offering amazing portability,” said Rene Haas, General Manager of Notebook Products, NVIDIA.

“The Switchblade User Interface on the Razer Blade is a revolutionary innovation that truly defines the new standard for gaming experiences on a laptop,” said Min-Liang Tan.

About the Razer Blade gaming laptop
The Razer Blade is a 17” gaming laptop that delivers incredible performance and a revolutionary user interface in a sleek, portable form factor. It features a fast Intel Core i7 processor and a high performance NVIDIA GeForce graphics processor designed in a lightweight aluminum chassis. The revolutionary Switchblade User Interface, found next to a full-size keyboard, was designed from the ground up to enhance gaming experiences and provide more control at the gamer’s fingertips. It features 10 adaptive tactile keys and a multi-touch LCD panel that can also display in-game information. And at just 0.88 inches thin and only weighing 6.97lbs, the Razer Blade is the world’s first true gaming laptop.

Pricing and Availability
Price: US $2799.99, available Q4 2011 in North America.

Product Specifications:

• Intel Core i7 2640M Processor (2.80 GHz)
• 8GB 1333MHz DDR3 Memory
• 17.3" LED Backlit Display (1920 x 1080 pixels)
• NVIDIA GeForce GT 555M with NVIDIA Optimus Technology
• 2 GB Dedicated GDDR5 Video Memory
• Built-in HD Webcam
• Integrated 60Wh Battery
• 320GB 7200rpm SATA HDD
• Wireless Network 802.11 b/g/n Compatible
• 16.81" (Width) x 10.9" (Depth) x 0.88" (Height); 6.97lbs (Weight)

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Razer and EA Announce Battlefield 3 Gamers Gear

Razer, the world’s leading high-end precision gaming brand and EA, a leading global interactive entertainment software company, is kicking your explosive war gaming experience up several notches with the exclusive Battlefield 3 co-branded peripherals and gear line. Get total immersion and the technological advantage to win in one of the biggest first person shooter titles from EA to be launched this year.

The Razer Battlefield 3 Collector’s Edition Peripherals line includes a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate mechanical keyboard, a Razer Imperator gaming mouse, Razer Scarab hard mouse mat and a Razer Onza Tournament Edition Xbox 360 controller. This suite of Razer gaming weaponry fully equips fans of Battlefield 3 to take on the most intense firefights and emerge victorious. They’ll be empowered with competitive gaming features like faster key actuation on the Razer BlackWidow, increased swiping precision with the Razer Imperator, enhanced tracking accuracy with the Razer Scarab and fully customizable controls on the Razer Onza.

The Razer Battlefield 3 Collector’s Edition Gear line extends your enjoyment of the game into the real world, with items like a heavy-duty Battlefield 3 silicone protection case for the iPhone 4, and a Battlefield 3 Razer Messenger Bag to store your gaming hardware on-the-go. All products in both the Battlefield 3 peripherals and gear line come decked out in awesome, gritty artwork straight from the game to further immerse you in the heart-pounding, high octane world of Battlefield 3.

“Everyone at Razer is eager for the day Battlefield 3 launches and we’re going to be right there next to every other gamer immersed in the most hardcore military game to date,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, President, Razer USA. “And we’ll be doing it with the Battlefield 3 Collector’s Edition peripherals and gear line by Razer – the best hardware to complement one of the most hotly anticipated shooters of 2011.”

About the Battlefield 3 Razer BlackWidow Ultimate gaming keyboard
Whether you’re bringing down the thunder in a fighter jet, blasting holes in the enemy base with a tank, or part of a fearless infantry unit ready to destroy, the Battlefield 3 Razer BlackWidow Ultimate takes you full speed into combat with its full-fledged, heavy-duty mechanical key infrastructure. As it delivers crisp, tactile feedback and faster keystroke actuation to your gameplay, this revolutionary, fully backlit gaming keyboard packs a punch for your fight in the hyper-frenetic, immersive military shooter, Battlefield 3.

Price: US $139.99 / EU €139.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com – 25th October 2011
Worldwide - 25th October 2011

Product Features:

• Full mechanical keys with 50g actuation force
• Individually backlit keys with 5 levels of lighting
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time
• Programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording
• Gaming mode option for deactivation of the Windows key
• 10 customizable software profiles with on-the-fly switching
• 5 additional macro keys
• Gaming optimized key matrix for minimized ghosting
• Multi-media controls
• Braided cable
• Audio-out / Mic-in jacks
• USB-passthrough
• Approx. size in mm: 475(L) x 171(W) x 30(H)
• Weight 1.5kg

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About the Battlefield 3 Razer Imperator gaming mouse
In war, the ultimate weapon is the soldier - a highly-trained and highly-equipped warrior primed to secure victory no matter the cost. With the Battlefield 3 Razer Imperator, its 6400dpi 4G Dual Sensor System ensures that your every movement is translated into frags of pinpoint accuracy. Its rubberized contoured thumb grip and ergonomic right-handed form factor becomes an extension of your will and prowess – making you the ultimate weapon in the hyper-frenetic, immersive military shooter, Battlefield 3.

Price: US $79.99 / EU €79.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com – 25th October 2011
Worldwide – 25th October 2011

Product features:

• 6400dpi 4G Dual Sensor System
• Rubberized contoured thumb grip for added control
• Ergonomic right-handed design
• Adjustable side buttons
• Razer Synapse Onboard Memory
• Up to 200 inches per second* /50g acceleration
• Seven independently programmable Hyperesponse buttons
• On-the-Fly Sensitivity adjustment
• Zero-acoustic Ultraslick mouse feet
• Approx. size in mm; 123(l) x 71(w) x 42(h)

About the Battlefield 3 Razer Scarab hard mouse mat
A good soldier is highly effective and never wavering in combat, and that’s what the Battlefield 3 Razer Scarab delivers with its Razer Fractal 2.0 textured surface. The surface is specially composed of crystalline coating, with peaks and troughs to aid mice sensors in establishing highly responsive, uniform tracking. Experience precise and effortless swipes across the surface to take enemies down with deadly ease and efficiency.

Price: US $39.99 / EU €39.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com – 25th October 2011
Worldwide – 25th October 2011

Product features:

• Fractal 2.0 surface coating
• Optimal performance for both laser and optical mice
• Hard mouse mat providing precise tracking
• Improved rubber base for greater stability
• Large size suited for most gaming environments: 350(W) x 250(L) x 3(H)mm
• Reinforced carrying case for optimal stowing

About the Battlefield 3 Razer Onza Tournament Edition Xbox 360 controller
The Battlefield 3 Razer Onza TE gaming controller for the Xbox 360 gives soldiers the maximum competitive edge on the battlefield; it comes with adjustable resistance on both analog sticks for better sensitivity control and two fully programmable Multi-Function Buttons for faster fragging at your fingertips. On top of that, an improved D-pad, Hyperesponse technology on the backlit action buttons, and a 15 foot light-weight braided cable with quick release USB connector makes the Battlefield 3 Razer Onza TE the perfect choice for heart-pumping military action with Battlefield 3 on the Xbox 360.

Price: US $59.99 / EU €59.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com – 25th October 2011
Worldwide – 25th October 2011

Product features:

• 2 Adjustable resistance analog sticks
• 2 Multi-Function Buttons (MFB)
• 4 backlit Hyperesponse action buttons
• Precision D-Pad
• Non-slip rubber surface
• Quick release USB connector
• 15 foot, lightweight, braided fiber cable
• Approx. size in mm: 109(L) x 154(W) x 60.5(H)

About the Battlefield 3 Razer Messenger Bag
In battle, dust, dirt, and shrapnel are some of the things that could come to harm your gaming laptop and gear, so get total armored protection with the highly durable and lightweight Battlefield 3 Razer Messenger Bag. Constructed with tear-resistant, weather-proof heavy-duty 1680D ballistic, your gaming laptop and gear fears neither the elements nor the hardships of war.

Price: US $79.99 / EU €79.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com – 25th October 2011
Worldwide – 25th October 2011

Product features:

• Armored with a tear-resistant, weather-proof heavy duty 1680D ballistic nylon outer shell.
• Water-resistant Ripstop nylon inner lining for added durability.
• Single shoulder sling design for added mobility. Easy one-handed release chest clasp enables quick and convenient access.
• Built in compartments for up to 15" laptops, gaming peripherals and portable gaming devices.
• Padded inner lining protects electronic devices and provides ample shock absorbency while on the road

About the Battlefield 3 iPhone 4 Protection Case by Razer
In war, a soldier is nothing without effective lines of communication and that’s why he keeps his tactical smartphone with him at all times. The Battlefield 3 iPhone 4 Protection Case by Razer is made from heavy-duty silicone designed in a rugged, military look to protect yours from the shocks of war. Then, call in air-strikes and reinforcements effectively to bring home the win.

Price: US $19.99 / EU €19.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com – 25th October 2011
Worldwide – 25th October 2011

Product features:

• Heavy duty silicone for heavy duty protection of your iPhone 4 from the elements
• Rubberized finish for better grip
• Rugged, military Battlefield 3 exclusive design

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