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The right chair height for gaming puts your feet flat on the floor, your thighs roughly parallel to it and your elbows level with your desk. This guide explains how …
The right chair height for gaming puts your feet flat on the floor, your thighs roughly parallel to it and your elbows level with your desk. This guide explains how …
Whether gamers have a higher IQ is a popular question, but the research doesn’t support a simple yes. Some studies link certain types of games to specific cognitive skills, which …
A gaming chair that leans forward is usually caused by the tilt lock, a worn tilt mechanism or loose bolts under the seat. Below I go through the fixes in …
Making a gaming chair more comfortable doesn’t always mean buying a new one. Adjustments, better cushions and a few small upgrades can make a big difference. Below are the tweaks …
The holes in gaming chairs are partly for style and partly for function: belt slots inherited from racing seats, plus ventilation and harness openings. This guide explains what each type …
Gaming chair explosions are extremely rare, but there have been reports of gas cylinders failing, usually on cheap or uncertified chairs. Below I explain how gas lifts work, why failures …
A good gaming chair usually lasts 3 to 7 years, depending on build quality, how much you use it and how well you look after it. Below I explain what …
You can sleep in a gaming chair for a short nap, especially one that reclines, but it’s not ideal for a full night’s sleep. This guide explains how to nap …
Gaming chair prices range from budget models to premium chairs costing several hundred dollars. The difference comes down to materials, adjustability and build quality. Below I break down what you …
Setting up an X Rocker wireless gaming chair is mostly about pairing the transmitter with your console or TV and matching the channel settings. Below I go through the setup …
Connecting a wireless gaming chair to a TV usually means plugging its transmitter into the TV’s audio output, then pairing the chair. This guide covers the different connection types and …
DXRacer chairs are popular enough that counterfeits are common, especially on marketplaces and second-hand listings. Fakes often look close but use cheaper materials and weaker parts. Below I explain the …
DXRacer chairs are worth it for many gamers, but whether one is worth it for you depends on your size, budget and how long you sit each day. Below I …
Pro gamers sometimes wear two headsets at tournaments. One is in-ear monitors for team communication and game sound, and the other is a noise-blocking headset over the top to cut …
Most gaming PCs need at least two to three case fans for good airflow, but the right number depends on your case, components and how hot they run. Below I …
Most gaming keyboards are wired because a cable guarantees zero lag, no battery to charge and a stable connection, which is what competitive players have always wanted. Below I explain …
Wireless gaming keyboards used to be a compromise, but modern 2.4GHz models are fast enough for most players, including competitive ones. Below I explain how they compare with wired keyboards …
Most gaming keyboards work with Mac as basic keyboards, but key layout and software support vary. Some brands’ software doesn’t run on macOS. This guide explains what works, what doesn’t …
Extra buttons on a gaming mouse can make games easier and everyday tasks faster, but only if you set them up. By default many just act as back and forward. …
Gaming mouse pads are big because many players use low sensitivity, which means large arm movements. A big pad gives the mouse room and keeps your keyboard on the same …
Cleaning a gaming mouse keeps it hygienic and helps the sensor and buttons work properly. Grime builds up faster than most people think. Below are the safe steps to clean …
Some gaming keyboards are ergonomic, but most standard gaming keyboards aren’t designed with ergonomics as the top priority. Features like wrist rests and split layouts help. Below I explain what …
Most gaming keyboards last 5 to 10 years, and mechanical switches are rated for tens of millions of keystrokes. Cables, keycaps and stabilizers often wear out before the switches do. …
Gaming mice work on Mac as standard mice right away. Extra buttons, DPI settings and lighting depend on whether the brand’s software supports macOS. Below I explain what works out …