Razer puts 14-inch Blade up for pre-order

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Razer puts 14inch Blade up for preorder" data-src-height="412" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/06/razer-blade-14-619-1370318176.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Razer teased us when it unveiled the 14-inch Blade last week: a rare blend of portability with gaming performance, and we couldn't even put money down? Well, we can at least do that now. The smaller of the two Blades is now up for pre-order, with prices ranging from $1,800 to $2,300 depending on the SSD capacity. Whatever the storage level, players are getting the same 14-inch 1,600 x 900 display, quad-core 2.2GHz Core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and GeForce GTX 765M graphics. Any fresh orders should ship within two to three weeks, which fits just inside of Razer's promised launch schedule -- and just ahead of our summer vacations.</div><div class="pr_box_button" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Hide Press Release</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em><strong>Razer announces World's Thinnest & Most Powerful 14-inch laptop is available for pre-order</strong></em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em>Thinner than the diameter of a standing dime, new 14-inch Razer Blade packs most power per cubic inch in gaming laptop history</em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em>TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Computex -- Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, announced that it is taking pre-orders for its new 14-inch Blade gaming laptop.</em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em>Powered by a 4th gen Intel® Core™ i7 quad core processor with Hyper-Threading (Base 2.2 GHz/Turbo 3.2 GHz) and the latest NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 765M GPU, the Blade is the thinnest and lightest 14-inch gaming laptop in history. Measuring in at just 0.66-inches thin, the Razer Blade packs more power-per-cubic-inch than any other laptop in the world. The Razer Blade utilizes solid-state storage technology with boot speeds of up to four-times faster than a traditional 5400-RPM notebook hard drive. The Razer Blade has a rigid all-aluminum chassis, with a stunning 14-inch LED-backlit HD+ display and features a custom-designed track pad and backlit gaming grade keyboard.</em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em>"The Razer Blade is the thinnest and most powerful 14-inch gaming laptop ever, thinner than a standing dime, and we couldn't have created it without the help of partners like Intel," says Min-Liang Tan , Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. "Now that the Blade is open for pre-orders, we can all celebrate a monumental day for PC gamers worldwide."</em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em>The ultra-portable laptop features 8 GB of fast 1600 MHz DDR3L memory and comes standard with 128 GB of total solid-state storage with options for a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD. The Razer Blade also comes with Dolby® Home Theatre® v4, featuring immersive audio-quality output that is custom-tuned to deliver a cinematic sound experience.</em></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><em>"Incredible innovation is happening across the computing landscape, and the new mobile gaming experience Razer is delivering with the Edge, and now its Blade, is remarkable," says Navin Shenoy , vice president and general manager of Intel's Mobile Client Platforms. "Powered by a future 4th gen Intel Core processor, people can expect the highest level performance from the Blade for the most discerning gamer."</em></div></div>

Razer puts 14-inch Blade up for pre-order

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Razer Atrox arcade stick entices Xbox 360 fighters with swappable parts

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Razer Atrox arcade stick entices Xbox 360 fighters with pro focus, swappable parts" data-src-height="391" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/05/screenshot51613411pm.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Look out, MadCatz -- Razer's ready to add an Xbox 360 arcade stick to its peripheral lineup. The $200 Atrox should please serious button mashers, thanks to Sanwa-sourced controls and completely customizable parts. A total of 10 buttons sit alongside the joystick, and you'll find storage compartments for an additional stick and the bundled 13-foot detachable USB cable under the lid. Fighting game enthusiasts can pre-order the Atrox beginning on May 21st from Razer's online store, with global availability set for June -- Japan's lucky shores will see it this month. There's no word on variations for other systems, but that may be the price to pay for the integrated Xbox Live headset jack. Catch a render of its internals and a press release after the break.</div><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Razer Atrox arcade stick entices Xbox 360 fighters with pro focus, swappable parts" data-src-height="432" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/05/screenshot51613415pm.jpg" /></div><div class="pr_box open" dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"><div class="pr_box_button">Hide Press Release</div><div class="pr_text"><br /> RAZER LAUNCHES ATROX ARCADE STICK WITH SUPPORT FROM FIGHTING GAME COMMUNITY<br /> Beta Testing Concludes, Customizability and Build Quality Set Razer Arcade Stick Apart<br /> For Immediate Release:<br /> CARLSBAD, Calif. – May 16, 2013 – Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick for Xbox 360®, the final product following an extensive beta testing program.<br /> Tested by some of the world's best pro-gamers and Fighting Game Community members all over the world, the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick is constructed with modders and tournament gamers in mind. Featuring premium quality Sanwa™ components, the 10 highly responsive buttons and a precision eight-way joystick allow gamers to strike instantly and surely, game after game, while maintaining peak performance and reliability.<br /> An extremely moddable controller, the inside of the arcade stick platform opens up at the touch of a button, making the Razer Atrox a breeze to customize for all tastes and play styles. Users can swap in their own personal designs for a unique look, while also getting access to the internal compartments and honeycomb structure for easy screw mounting.<br /> The easily accessible internal compartment of the Razer Atrox reveals dedicated slots to store an included alternate bat top joystick, the detachable cable, and a screwdriver for modding, giving gamers plenty of room for storage as they travel around dominating FGC events.<br /> "Following a huge beta testing program, we're confident that we've built an arcade stick enthusiasts will love," says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. "We know that the Fighting Game Community is huge on modding their arcade sticks, and that is why we made the Razer Atrox extremely mod friendly. We are excited to see what extreme mods the Razer Atrox will be the base for."<br /> About the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick for Xbox 360®<br /> Arcade gaming has come a long way since its glory days– an era woven into the fabric of gaming history as one that paved the way for innovation, and also one that brought us bittersweet nostalgia. Hours spent at the arcade honed the gamer in you; for every coin you inserted, every combo you executed, every hit you took, and every ultra you unleashed in return – you became a better player. And this is the approach we took when designing the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick.<br /> Years upon years of collective gaming experience from pro-gamers and you, the Razer community, have culminated in the ultimate Arcade Stick for the Xbox 360. Engineered and refined to perfection through countless prototypes and an extensive beta testing phase, the Razer Atrox Arcade Stick is crafted to allow advanced modification – With internals and storage easily accessible at the touch of a button, the joystick, all 10 buttons and the top panel are fully interchangeable for full customizability. And that's just the beginning.<br /> Featuring genuine Sanwa hardware and an ergonomically authentic arcade layout, the Razer Atrox represents the pinnacle of precision and reliability and is the definitive Arcade Stick for tournament-grade gaming.<br /> Forged from the fires of an arcade gaming legacy, the Razer Atrox is, in the most primeval sense, Bred to Fight.<br /> Price:<br /> U.S. $199.99 / EU €199.99<br /> Availability:<br />Razerzone.com – Pre Order on 21st May 2013<br />Japan – May 2013<br />Worldwide – June 2013<br /> Product features:<br /> · 10 tournament-grade Sanwa buttons<br /> · Authentic Sanwa joystick with ball top and additional bat top<br /> · Interchangeable top plate allows for custom artwork finishes<br /> · Fully accessible internals and storage compartments for easy modding<br /> · Honeycomb structure on the inside for easy screw mounting<br /> · Storage room for alternative bat top joystick and more<br /> · 13 ft / 4 m detachable USB cable<br /> · Screwdriver included for modding<br /> · 2.5 mm audio jack for headset use on Xbox LIVE<br /> </div></div></div>

Razer Atrox arcade stick entices Xbox 360 fighters with swappable parts

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Razer promises sneakier sneak attacks with $130 Orbweaver Stealth Edition mechanical keypad

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="copy post-body" dir="ltr" itemprop="text" style="text-align: left;"> <div class="image-container" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Razer promises sneakier sneak attacks with $130 Orbweaver Stealth Edition mechanical keypad" data-src-height="383" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/04/razer-stealth.jpg" /></div>That guard you just stealth-killed in <em>Dishonored</em> never heard you coming. But everyone else did. Which is why you might want to consider a noise-dampened mechanical keyboard of some sort. There are a few of 'em out there, not least the Matias Quiet Pro we reviewed last year, and now Razer has a keypad option solely for gamers: a new Stealth Edition of the original Orbweaver that came out in January. The price is unchanged at $130, as are the main specs and adjustable design, but Razer promises "silent tactile feedback" that provides an "entirely new feel," alongside a slightly reduced actuation force of 45g (instead of 50g). Perhaps your long-suffering colleagues will throw in a decent headset to go with it.<br /> </div></div>

Razer promises sneakier sneak attacks with $130 Orbweaver Stealth Edition mechanical keypad

That guard you just stealth-killed in Dishonored never heard you coming. But everyone else did. Which is why you might want to consider...

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Distro Issue 85: Does the Razer Edge have enough muscle to upend portable gaming

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Distro Issue 85 On the Edge as Razer attempts to upend mobile gaming" data-src-height="436" data-src-width="448" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/04/040513announce.png" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> We've heard rumblings about Razer's modular gaming plans since the early whispers of Project Fiona. Now, the gadget is a full-fledged tablet in the form of the Edge and in a fresh edition of our tablet mag, we put the Pro version and a couple of its add-ons through the wringer to test its PC gaming chops. Eyes-On takes a ride on a BRD electic motorcycle, Hands-On tackles GDC 2013 and V-Moda's Val Kolton works his way through the Q&A. This week's issue is ready for the taking via the download links below.<em> </em>Also, be sure to grab the latest version of the Distro apps as they become available -- major updates to both the Android and iPad software were released earlier this week</div></div>

Distro Issue 85: Does the Razer Edge have enough muscle to upend portable gaming

We've heard rumblings about Razer's modular gaming plans since the early whispers of Project Fiona. Now, the gadget is a full-fled...

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Razer begins shipping Edge units to those who pre-ordered this month

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="copy post-body" dir="ltr" itemprop="text" style="text-align: left;"> <div class="image-container" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="Razer begins shipping Edge units to those who preordered this month" data-src-height="349" data-src-width="619" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/03/razeredge329.jpg" /></div>Back when the Razer Edge pre-orders kicked off, on March 1st, the company wasn't quite clear as to when exactly the device would commence shipping to early adopters, only going as far as saying it would be later that very month. Well, the good news is today Razer took to its own Facebook page to announce that its new-era gaming PC is now on its way to folks who put in a pre-order "from the March batch." Meanwhile, Razer's hoping other gamers will also shell out the hefty amount of $999-plus for its novel piece of hardware, urging potential buyers on the social network to snag a unit (or two) before they go out of stock -- just don't expect to get a keyboard dock with your order, as the previously reported Q3 availability for this add-on remains intact. <span>Above all, however, it's a great thing to see that what was once just </span>a project<span>, is now getting ready to arrive at consumers' doorsteps.</span><br /> </div></div>

Razer begins shipping Edge units to those who pre-ordered this month

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Razer Edge pre-orders begin March 1st, price starts at $999

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><hr dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" /> <div class="image-container" dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;"> <img alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/01/razeredgefamily620x340px.jpg" /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;"> If you were intrigued by the Razer Edge's impressive ability to transform from a tablet, to a laptop, to a gaming console and you have a spare $1k lying around, it might be time to reach for your wallet. Razer has just announced its versatile Windows 8 device will be available for pre-order from its online store starting March 1st at 12:01am PST, with units shipping later that month. You can opt for the base Razer Edge with its Intel i5 processor and 64GB SSD or the higher-end Edge Pro with its Intel i7 processor and the option of either a 128GB or 256GB SSD. Accessories like the gamepad controller, home console dock and extended battery packs will be available for pre-order as well. However, those yearning for the optional keyboard dock will have to wait until "later this year in Q3" according to the press release. Pricing starts at $999 for the base model and may climb upwards of $1,500 if you decide to go for a maxed out Pro.</div><div class="open" dir="ltr" id="pr_box" style="text-align: left;"> <div id="pr_box_button">Hide Press Release</div><div id="pr_text"> <strong>RAZER ANNOUNCES EDGE MARCH 1 PRE-ORDER<br /> The Most Powerful Tablet in the World Will Ship in Late March</strong><br /> <br /> For Immediate Release:<br /> <br /> CARLSBAD, Calif. – 26 Feb. 2013 – Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, announced that its award-winning Razer Edge tablet will be available for pre-order on March 1, 2013, at 12:01 a.m. PST at http://www.razerzone.com/gaming-systems/razer-edge/wheretobuy. Purchased units will be shipped to consumers later that month.<br /> <br /> The most powerful tablet in the world is also already one of the most decorated of its kind, with the Razer Edge claiming eight awards at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including CNET's "Best of Show" award, where it beat more than 20,000 other products. In addition, the Edge was voted the "People's Voice" award recipient by fans, making this the third consecutive year that a Razer product earned that honor.<br /> <br /> "The Razer Edge combines the features of full-functioning PCs, touch-enabled tablets and gaming consoles into one incredible, portable form factor," says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. "Furthermore, the Razer Edge's powerful chipset, unique among all tablet computers, ensures that you can take advantage of the world's most sophisticated games, programs and apps on these multiple platforms anytime."<br /> PC gamers helped shape the Razer Edge by way of a massive crowdsourcing effort put into place by Razer, which targeted millions of gamers to help determine final specifications for the tablet. Razer let its community decide the final chipset, weight, thickness, features and even price for the Edge, hosting the initiative on its social media pages, an unprecedented move for a hardware manufacturer.<br /> The Razer Edge and its Intel i5 processor and 64 GB SSD, and the Razer Edge Pro with an Intel i7 processor and the option of a 128 GB or 256 GB SSD, will begin shipping this March. The gamepad controller, home console dock and extended battery accessories will be made available for pre-order and shipping concurrent with the Edge on March 1. An optional keyboard dock is slated for launch later this year in Q3.<br /> <br /> The all-in-one Razer Edge PC gaming solution starts at $999 and is available at www.razerzone.com.<br /> <br /> About the Razer Edge:<br /> <br /> It's a tablet. It's a PC. It's a console. It's all of the above: a full-featured PC and the most powerful tablet in the world. What's more, it has four modes specially designed for gamers and is able to run all PC games and applications.<br /> PC gamers ended up helping to design the most powerful tablet in the world today, the only system of its kind utilizing technology from both Intel and NVIDIA. Powerful 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors will help ensure even the most advanced, full-fledged PC games will function at full capacity, and NVIDIA GeForce graphics will offer striking visual clarity-a first for tablet gaming and a godsend for the world's 300 million-plus PC gamers.<br /> <br /> For more information about the Razer Edge, please visit http://www.razerzone.com/edgepro.<br /> <br /> Price:<br /> Starts at USD$999<br /> <br /> Availability:<br /> Razerzone.com – March 1, 2013<br /> U.S. and Canada<br /> </div></div></div>

Razer Edge pre-orders begin March 1st, price starts at $999

If you were intrigued by the Razer Edge's impressive ability to transform from a tablet, to a la...

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