In Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 there are many issues that either annoy players or even hinder them from having fun in multiplayer. One of these issues is set to be resolved soon, and you are invited to help.
What issue is this? This primarily concerns the issue of visibility. Call of Duty has many fancy skins for the battlefield. While some look colorful or cute, others with their camouflage seem fitting for the battlefield.
However, the problem is that many players in multiplayer choose skins that are difficult to spot on the screen. While this causes many fans to lose their gunfights, Activision has come up with a solution that could alleviate this in the future.
Here is the trailer for the multiplayer mode of Modern Warfare 3:
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The new CoD MW3 presents itself with shooter action in the new multiplayer trailer
Temporary mode could help in the future
What kind of mode is it? Activision has noted many changes in its “Pre-Season” patch notes that are intended to improve Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. Additionally, a brief but important announcement has been listed. It reads as follows:
Keep an eye out in the coming days for an experimental playlist featuring outlines of enemy players! More details to follow.
So Activision has prepared a mode in which enemy players will be given outlines. This should help you better identify skins like Gaia, the female Groot.
It is unclear whether the mode is already active, as there is an “Experimental List” available in the selectable lists, which, according to the description, holds: “Gameplay adjustments from the design team.” You can select the mode on the main screen of the multiplayer mode.
We tested the mode and did not see any significant changes. It could very well be another experimental list.
How are opponents represented in MW3? Each player can select an operator and additionally layer a skin according to their taste. When you are in combat, you can recognize your teammates by a blue circle on their heads, while enemies, when targeted, are marked with a red diamond.
However, if you encounter camouflaged enemies that resemble a tree on a forest map, you might confuse your opponent with the terrain and perish due to this mishap. For weeks now, players have been complaining on social networks about the skin “Gaia,” which can merge with the terrain in many maps. Thus, the red diamond is not sufficient.
It is therefore quite possible that Activision wants to address the issue of poor visibility without altering the skin in its original form.
A player of the MMORPG Old School RuneScape received 8 bottles of schnapps on a flight, as he had talked to a flight attendant about an MMORPG he was currently playing on his smartphone. For the fans of the MMORPG, it is a sign of the special bond that “Old School RuneScape” creates among players.
What kind of MMORPG is this?
Old School RuneScape was released in 2013 for PC and in 2018 for mobile devices. Most players use the Jagex Launcher, but there is also a version on Steam.
The game is a representation of the MMORPG RuneScape as it was around 2007 – similar to WoW Classic, it is the retro version of an old but still successful MMORPG that many longing for the “golden days” of their childhood.
Old School RuneScape – Trailer for the Steam Release
He saw the steward playing an MMORPG on his phone
This is what the player says: On reddit, a player reported that he had just come from the bathroom on the plane and noticed that one of the flight attendants was playing Old School RuneScape on his smartphone. He briefly spoke to him and praised the MMORPG before returning to his seat.
The flight attendant was busy but took a moment to later talk to the player about the MMORPG: What skills he has at 99, how heonce looked for the “Infernal Cape” and why he kept coming back to the game.
The player thought: “That’s a nice conversation, where you wouldn’t expect it,” but otherwise didn’t give the chat much significance. However, on the last round, the flight attendant gave him a paper bag marked “Trash” and said, “Have fun with that.”
The player was perplexed and wasn’t quite sure what to make of it. But when he opened the bag, he saw 6 bottles of whiskey and 2 bottles of bourbon inside. He said it felt like Christmas.
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How is this being discussed? The RuneScape community is known to be quite a cynical bunch: on reddit they immediately speculate that the steward is actually planning a scam in RuneScape and likely wants to pacify the player with the gift only to later rob him.
But in a quiet moment, one player also says: That is indeed a great feeling. You know how it is when you say you played the MMORPG as a child and are then ignored. But actually meeting someone who also plays RuneScape feels great.
The MMORPG is something very special and an important part of many people’s childhood.
The player also says in an interview: Even if it sounds cheesy. It is pure nostalgia and very comforting to stroll through Varrock and simply chop a tree for EXP.
The balance of Hearthstone is completely out of whack. The reason for this is a single card that is currently dominating every match. Blizzard wants nerfs.
In Hearthstone, the latest expansion “Showdown in the Wasteland” with a total of 145 new cards is live. In fact, there are a few more cards, as the new “Digging” mechanic provides the heroes with some pretty exclusive treasures. One of these treasures is so powerful that it has ruined and defined the entire meta on its own. Because nobody can currently stop the Warlock. The culprit is the Azerite Snake.
What is the Azerite Snake? The Azerite Snake is an exclusive card for the Warlock that can only be obtained through the new “Digging” mechanic. As it goes, there are increasingly better treasures until the Azerite Snake appears as the grand finale for Warlock.
For 4 mana, the Wild Elemental mix has stats of 5/5, but the real kicker is the powerful battle cry: Your hero steals 10 life from the enemy hero.
Although these treasures are supposed to be powerful and crucial for gameplay, the Azerite Snake is a particularly critical case. Because Warlocks are able to have it in hand after just a few turns and play it multiple times.
What makes the card so strong? The twist is that the snake not only deals 10 points of damage and heals the Warlock – it’s even worse. It reduces the maximum life of the character and increases it for the Warlock.
And as if that weren’t bad enough, the Azerite Snake bypasses armor. Druids, Mages, or Warriors with high armor values look silly when they suddenly have 30 or more armor but no life left and lose the match.
This means that after 3 played Azerite Snakes, the match is over – inevitably. Because each time the Azerite Snake is played, there is a swing of 20 life points – 10 deducted from the opponent and 10 gained by the Warlock. Thanks to various cards that can copy this Azerite Snake or return it to hand, it can be played 3, 4, or 5 times in a row. No one survives that.
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What does the nerf look like? Blizzard has not revealed that yet. However, it is already astonishing that just a day after release, the developers announced on Twitter that they have identified the Azerite Snake as a problem and want to push a hotfix nerf.
If you plan to exploit the power of the Azerite Snake, you should hurry – because the days of its dominance seem to be numbered.
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This year saw the release of the live-action adaptation of a well-known manga and anime, “Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac.” However, the film turned out to be a massive box office failure, despite featuring well-known actors and a budget of 55 million euros.
Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac (original title: Knights of the Zodiac) had its theatrical release on May 16, 2023, bringing the manga series Saint Seiya to the big screen.
The series is a shōnen manga by Masami Kurumada, which was also released as an anime under the same name.
Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac aimed to capitalize on the success of the manga. With Sean Bean and Famke Janssen, the cast of the live-action adaptation included two major Hollywood stars. But in the end, the anime adaptation flopped – and dramatically.
Here you can see a trailer for Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac:
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German trailer for Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac
The budget far exceeded the box office earnings
Why was the film a financial flop? The film’s budget was 60 million dollars; that is approximately 55 million euros (via inverse.com).
At the international box office, Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac only earned back a fraction of its expenses with 6.95 million dollars (via the-numbers.com).
How do viewers rate the film? Not only financially but also in terms of critic reviews, the manga adaptation fails to impress.
The film averages 4.4 stars onIMDb with 9,648 ratings. Similar results can be seen on Rotten Tomatoes:
21% Tomatometer
61 % Audience Score
Criticism mainly focuses on the poor plot of the film, which is told so complexly that viewers can hardly follow it. Even the action fails to distract from the weak script.
As Ikezawa Yoshi, the Toei Animation International Producer, explained to Variety in an interview on July 21, 2023, they had quite big plans for the live-action adaptation of Saint Seiya.
They wanted to use the extensive manga foundation, consisting of 28 comic volumes, to create multiple films and establish a franchise. A total of six parts were planned.
However, whether Saint Seiya: The Warriors of the Zodiac will still receive a sequel after the disappointing box office numbers is questionable.
Every now and then, unusual attempts to complete Pokémon games arise. For two years now, a mathematical experiment has been trying to play “Pokémon Sapphire” – with moderate success.
Do you still remember “Twitch Plays Pokémon”? In 2014, someone tried to have the Twitch chat complete “Pokémon Red” by allowing chat participants to vote on the inputs. After about 16 days, the participants succeeded and finished the game. The concept was then picked up again in subsequent years.
A comparably experimental, albeit modified concept has been in operation for about 2 years on the Twitch channel “WinningSequence”. Since late 2021, the game “Pokémon Sapphire” has been played there – and this time, by the number “Pi”.
How does the number play the game? According to the channel info, the idea is fundamentally based on the fact that the number Pi has an infinite series of digits after the decimal point. The thinking goes: if each digit from 0 to 9 is assigned a button and the sequence of numbers is then run, the number can basically play the game.
The aim: “We want to find out if there is a ‘Game-Winning Sequence’ within the known mathematical constants,” says the channel description. So: Is there any combination of digits in the Pi sequence that allows the game to be completed.
Theoretically, it should eventually become the case with the infinite possibilities. However, it doesn’t look promising so far. You can see what it looks like here in one of the many videos:
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How long has Pi been playing? According to WinningSequence, the experiment runs 24/7 with short breaks every 48 hours to meet Twitch’s terms of service. In the channel’s YouTube archive, you can watch countless hours of gameplay since November 2021. Over 16,000 hours of gameplay must have been accumulated by now.
How well does Pi play? The road to becoming a Pokémon Master is long, and this particularly applies when you are just a mathematical concept. So far, the number Pi has only managed to reach the gates of the first city, Wurzelheim, but then always ran back. It is still far from the first gym victory even after 2 years.
However, “Pi” has at least managed to train its starter Pokémon quite well through battles before the gates of the first city. The starting Treecko of the number is now a Sceptile at level 77. So if “Pi” ever manages to escape Wurzelheim, the competition will have to be on alert.
What are the problems? Basically, the number tends to wander aimlessly and often gets stuck. The menu also frequently interferes with success, as one can also easily get stuck there. In short: If there is a “WinningSequence,” it has not been found yet.
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Pokémon Concierge – Official Trailer by Netflix
In general, a few commentators check in occasionally and still believe that Pi could become the Pokémon Master. Someday. Perhaps.
What do you think of the experiment? Tell us in the comments!
The closed beta for an upcoming survival game starts soon, where you will live the dangerous life of a Viking. We will show you how to sign up for the test.
What kind of game is it? The game is called ASKA and is a survival game on Steam that can be played by up to 4 players together. ASKA takes place in a Viking setting, where you must build your own village and command the villagers.
In addition, you will travel with your Viking ship through a procedurally generated world and gather resources to prepare your village for a threat that is looming in the winter.
On November 23, ASKA will launch a closed beta, for which you can sign up via the developers’ Discord server.
ASKA is being developed by Sand Sailor Studio. You can see a trailer for the survival game here:
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ASKA: The trailer for the new Viking survival game on Steam
Survival Game with a Viking Focus
What does ASKA offer in terms of gameplay? ASKA revolves around the life of a Viking. This includes daily and genre-typical tasks such as hunting and fishing, gathering resources, and crafting items. Moreover, you can build houses, workshops, farms, and castles, as well as fortifications.
Of course, being a true Viking also involves traveling to distant lands, which is why you can steer your own Viking ship in ASKA. It is also said that you can individually customize it. On the game’s Discord server, it is additionally mentioned that you can transform into a raven and explore the map flying this way.
Once you reach a new land, you can establish outposts and supply lines that provide your settlements with resources. You can also assign various tasks to the villagers of your settlements, so they support your tribe. Additionally, you can tame wolves and make them your loyal companions.
Your survival in ASKA is complicated by a dynamic weather system with different seasons and mystical enemies. Nevertheless, to have a chance, you can learn abilities and powers. It is also possible to perform attack combinations with various melee weapons and to use a bow or dodge enemy attacks.
ASKA: Closed Beta in November – Here’s how you can join
When does the ASKA beta run? The closed beta of ASKA starts on November 23, 2023, and ends on the following December 3.
Important: Sign-ups for the closed beta close on November 21 at 00:00!
How do I participate in the beta? To participate in the closed beta of ASKA, you must join the official Discord server of the game. Afterwards, you need to complete a few short steps like accepting the rules and then you will be able to see the channel closed-beta. In that channel, you will find a link to a form that you also need to fill out.
In the form, you will be asked about your favorite games and genres, as well as whether you want to play ASKA alone or with friends. In that case, you can enter your friends’ emails, who may also be invited.
By completing the registration, you do not guarantee that you will actually participate in the closed beta. Based on the forms, the developers decide who receives an invitation. If you are selected for the closed beta, you will receive a code via email.
Additionally, you must sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to participate in the closed beta, for which you must be over 18 years old. Recording and streaming gameplay is also prohibited.
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Streamer Tyler “Ninja” Blevins (32) was a big deal on Twitch in 2017 and 2018 due to the online shooter Fortnite: Battle Royale. In recent years, things have calmed down for him, but now the American has started anew on Twitch, as Fortnite has gained momentum again thanks to a nostalgia patch from November 3rd. The streamer accidentally revealed how much money he has earned with Fortnite in about a month. He alone earned about 80,000 US dollars on November 3rd.
What is special about Ninja?
Ninja had a time when he experienced the biggest hype any gamer has ever had on the Internet. He discovered the shooter Fortnite: Battle Royale early in 2017 and went all in on it when hardly anyone knew the game.
Within a very short time, Ninja went from being a little-known Halo shooter player to becoming the most famous gamer in the world. Even today, he still has the most subscribers on Twitch with 18.8 million followers.
Through Fortnite to the largest streamer on Twitch – Who is Ninja and what is he doing today?
Fortnite is back and so is Ninja
This is why he is currently trending: Due to a change by Twitch that allows multi-streaming, Ninja is now a partner on Twitch – and because Fortnite experienced a boost due to the nostalgia patch “Fortnite OG”, Ninja was also significantly more visible on Twitch in November 2023 than before:
In the last 30 days, Ninja had an average of 25,750 viewers – an increase of 290%
At its peak, on November 3rd, he even had 124,000 viewers. That was the day the patch was released.
In these 30 days, he played Fortnite for 111 hours – in addition, he showed 10 hours of “Just Chatting”.
The numbers are quite a bit away from his absolute hype times in 2018, but still significantly higher than in recent years.
Especially on November 3rd, a lot of money came in.
Earned money the old-fashioned way through ad interruptions
How much did he earn? The streamer accidentally showed his Twitch dashboard on November 15th with the current earnings he gets directly from Twitch through subs, bits, and ads.
There it was shown that from October 17th to November 15th, he earned exactly 142,177.30 $ on Twitch.
The majority of the money came in through advertisements, and the bulk of it on the very day, November 3rd, when he also recorded a spike in viewer numbers:
With a streaming time of 102:47 hours, Ninja showed 4:23 hours of ads.
That is about 2 minutes and 34 seconds per full hour.
The “subs” that normally serve as a major source of income for streamers made up only about a third of his earnings.
November 3rd was the day Fortnite had its nostalgia day. On this day, Ninja streamed for 35 hours straight with an average of 36,667 viewers and peaked at 124,222 viewers.
This is the hourly wage:
Over the 102 hours, Ninja achieved an hourly wage of 1,383 US dollars.
If you only take his work time on November 3rd and assume he worked 24 hours for 80,000 $, he earned 3,333 $ per hour.
Advertising as a surprisingly high main source of income
Why is this so remarkable? Streamers usually say that they don’t earn anything from “normal ads”, only from “sponsor deals” and Twitch subscriptions.
In Ninja’s case, it is evident that if you have many viewers and run relatively many ads, you can indeed make a good amount of money.
It should be noted that the statistics here relate solely to earnings through Twitch. Streamers like Ninja have a variety of other potential sources of income, including:
The release of Throne and Liberty is approaching – at least in Korea. Players can create their own character starting November 22 and fully dive into the game on December 7, 2023. To celebrate the upcoming launch, NCSOFT has released a new trailer.
What can be seen in the trailer? In the trailer, several classes fight against a gigantic boss. The boss looks like a giant knight who pounds his opponents with his enormous sword. Both the opponent and the sword are surrounded by bright blue flames.
The following classes fight against the boss in the video:
One character uses two crossbows but then switches to a sword that was lying on the ground. Towards the end, it seems that a mysterious power takes hold of her as her eyes glow yellow, she begins to float, and she suddenly can make lightning rain down from the sky.
Another character comes flying in shining knight armor. He has a sword and a shield in his hands.
Another figure enters as a raven but then transforms into an archer.
Another raven transforms into a rogue who crouches and rushes at the boss with two daggers. With the daggers, he performs slashing attacks.
Finally, a burning saber-toothed tiger rushes towards the boss and transforms into a fire mage holding a large staff. He masters not only fire magic but also lightning magic.
During the fight, the boss displays different mechanics. For example, he hovers into the air, only to crash down shortly after and trigger an area attack.
The trailer unfortunately does not show any real gameplay, but it gives an impression of what the classes look like in Throne and Liberty:
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Throne and Liberty: The new trailer shows the classes and a boss
Throne and Liberty actually has no classes
What classes will there be? Those looking for the classes shown in the trailer in the character editor may be confused. There are no classic classes in Throne and Liberty. We get two different weapon sets with which our abilities are defined. There will be a total of 9 diverse weapons.
The weapon switch is especially practical for such gigantic opponents as shown in the trailer. This allows players to adapt their tactics depending on the situation. The world boss shown is the “Greatsword Boss”.
When is Throne and Liberty supposed to be released? The release for Korea is December 7, 2023. The rest of the world will have to wait until early 2024 to enjoy the MMORPG. There is no exact date yet. As soon as we learn anything about the release in Europe, we will let you know here on MeinMMO.
Diablo 4 is too easy for you and there is no challenge that really tests you and pushes you to your limits? Don’t worry! According to an expert, a new endgame activity is set to debut in December that will even scare the toughest among you.
What activity is meant? It is about the upcoming event “Abattoir of Zir”. This activity is intended to be accessible to anyone who has completed the season journey in Season 2 and has nothing left to do in Diablo 4. The challenge is supposed to be an activity so difficult that even the best meta builds in Season 2 will reach their limits. An expert was present at BlizzCon and spoke with the developers about the “Abattoir of Zir”.
Did you miss the trailer for Season 2? Then we have the right video for you:
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Diablo 4 presents new Season 2, coming this fall – Blood & Vampires
Similar activity to the Greater Rifts from Diablo 3
Where does the information come from? Wudijo, an expert and well-known streamer in the Diablo scene, was able to test the “Abattoir of Zir” in advance at BlizzCon and form an opinion about the activity (via youtube.com). He noticed that the activity strongly resembles the Greater Rifts from Diablo 3.
If you start such a portal in Diablo 4, you will be teleported to a random area where you have to fill a progress bar, keep an eye on your available time, and defeat the boss of the area.
The difficulty is supposed to increase exponentially and not behave like in nightmare dungeons. However, enemies will not become one-shot beasts; they will just take a bit more damage and have significantly more health, making them tankier.
Wudijo himself points out that the developers do not intend for players to overcome the final level of the Abattoir of Zir. It could even become so difficult that your endgame meta builds will have no chance in the current Season 2.
What rewards are there? Those who can overcome the first level of the Abattoir will receive the special glyph “Tears of Blood”, which according to Wudijo can be leveled up to 200 times. However, more details about further rewards have not been disclosed.
Will the activity remain after Season 2? According to Wudijo, this could be a trial run. If the activity is received positively, a future activity could appear in the near future, but this is more speculation than actual facts.
What do you think of the upcoming activity? Do you find it appealing or are you not interested? Let us know in the comments!
In World of Warcraft, the game’s birthday is celebrated. As in every year, there are some great gifts that you can pick up.
Even though the other activities in WoW are currently largely overshadowed by the new raid Amirdrassil, Hope of Dreams, an event in Blizzard’s MMORPG has started. Because WoW officially celebrates its 19th birthday and, in good old tradition, there is a series of gifts and rewards that you can secure now. Many of these are already known from previous years, but a really nice mount and a new battle pet are waiting for collectors.
What rewards are there? The two new rewards can be obtained in different ways. You receive the first one directly when you simply open the mail in your mailbox. In the birthday package, you can get the pet “Little Frostwing.” You can use the little dragon as a battle pet, so even pet battlers can benefit from it.
If you want the mount “Azure World Cooler,” you have to be a little more active. Travel to Tanaris (preferably at level 70) and fight against the boss “Doomwalker.” You can defeat this once a week for a chance at the mount and other loot. However, note that you can check in with multiple characters if you are not lucky the first time.
In the Caverns of Time, you can buy many rewards.
Reputation Buff for faster grinding: For those who place great value on efficiency, the legendary “Birthday Buff” is particularly valuable. Because in the mailbox, after logging in, you will find not only the new pet but also a usable buff. The “WoW 19th Anniversary” buff increases all received experience points and reputation gains by 19% – this also applies to the new faction “Dream Wardens”! Anyone who wants to climb the glory levels quickly should take advantage of the three weeks of the buff.
The buff is also great for leveling up some twinks or maximizing old reputation factions that have been avoided.
What else is there? Most rewards and events from previous years are also back. A big party is taking place in the Caverns of Time, where you can participate in story quizzes or watch old cutscenes from 19 years of WoW. In addition, there are several vendors with special transformation items to turn other group members into Murlocs, Gnolls, or Porcupines.
Until when do you have time? The event for WoW’s 19th birthday lasts until the morning of December 7. Until then, you have time to secure the various rewards and fully enjoy the XP and reputation bonus.
The MMORPG currently known as Project XT is being developed by a relatively young developer studio in South Korea. A trailer now shows almost two minutes of gameplay and characters.
What kind of game is this? Project XT is a new MMORPG from the South Korean developer studio Black Storm, which is set to be released exclusively for PC. We don’t have many details yet, as the game is still in an early development stage.
Project XT is being developed in Unreal Engine 5 and takes place in a post-apocalyptic world, after the end of a world war. To maintain peace, a supranational government was established.
With the signing of the peace treaty, an organization was also established to prevent conflicts. This group seems to be involved in Project XT.
The latest trailer gives you a glimpse into the South Korean-inspired world and lets you take a look at some characters:
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Project XT Trailer
What to expect in Project XT:
Action-packed battles in third-person perspective
Developers promise PvE and PvP content
The players’ skills are said to be important
You must actively aim and dodge attacks
6 different characters to choose from
What does the trailer show? The trailer shows a lot of gameplay in its less than two minutes, even introducing three of the possible characters in more detail. In any case, you get to see a bit of their fighting style.
The trailer begins in a war-torn city that resembles major cities in South Korea. You can see explosions, military helicopters, and fighting in the streets everywhere.
The trailer initially follows a man running through this chaos, tearing open the doors of a transporter. Apparently, he hoped to find more than just a lonely little teddy bear inside. Because upon seeing it, he lets out an angry scream and then plunges into the fight.
Project XT promises you action-packed battles in the trailer
After that, the trailer doesn’t really show much story, but a lot of gameplay.
The man in question fights with his powerful fists in close combat and really beats up his opponents. Joining him is a little girl with blue hair, dressed in cute pastel colors, and a pretty tough-looking red-haired woman.
You also get to see their fighting styles. The girl, who delivers powerful blows with a robot on her back, and the woman, who provides cover with firearms from the background.
You even get to see the first boss fight against an apparently evil scientist in the trailer.
Overall, the game, with its setting, all the effects, graphics, and character gameplay resembles various superhero movies or games in the Marvel and DC universe.
What exactly you can still expect from Project XT will probably only become clear in the future.
What do you think of the new MMORPG from South Korea so far? Will you continue to follow Project XT? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments.
A research team from China has presented a new passive cooling system for processors. It is expected to significantly increase performance while also being cheaper in the long run.
The cooling of a gaming PC or other hardware is an important aspect that should not be overlooked. Researchers from the City University of Hong Kong and the School of Energy and Power Engineering at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan have published a scientific project.
Here, a new cooling system is introduced, which is said to deliver significantly more performance. In an initial practical test, the system reportedly worked very well. And there are further advantages.
Novel cooling is supposed to cool better and recharge itself
What kind of cooling is this? It is a “hygroscopic, membrane-encapsulated heat sink filled with salt,” short HSMHS. The system is expected to use lithium bromide salt, which evaporates water through a porous membrane. In an initial test run with a testing system, this novel cooling is reported to have improved computer performance by 32.65%. This is reported by the colleagues from Tomshardware.
How does the cooling work? The Chinese scientists created a standard heat sink and applied a lithium bromide solution, which is enclosed in a porous membrane material that allows water vapor to pass through. The desorption process of the salt solution leads to cooling, and the water vapor is released into the environment through the porous membrane.
The tests of the aforementioned HSMHS showed that the computer processor was able to run for about 400 minutes at under 64 degrees Celsius.
Especially interesting: When the system is not in use, it can recharge its reserves by itself. The cooler absorbs moisture from the air to recharge itself. This is expected to make the cooling particularly cost-effective, as maintenance costs are expected to be significantly lower.
Researchers have various applications for the novel cooling in mind
Where could this cooling be used? Initial tests have been conducted with a processor, but the researchers are already thinking of further fields of application: such as in solar cells, in buildings, or batteries. Whether such cooling systems can also be used in gaming systems in the future remains to be seen.
A broad application target would likely be large data centers that produce a lot of heat and require good and efficient cooling.
Improving cooling in PCs: A YouTuber recently showed how you can improve the performance of your cooling system by up to 41%. You can read more about how this works directly on our site, MeinMMO:
With “Pro Live”, a somewhat unusual event for EA FC 24 is now live. The new promo celebrates the start of the new FC Pro Open seasonwith dynamic cards. We present you with the most important information about the new promo.
What can you expect at FC Pro Live? On the official website, EA has revealed all the details about the new event. This event revolves around the performances of the best EA-FC-24 players. They determine the upgrades for their assigned event cards.
As usual with typical Ultimate Team events, you can pull the new special cards in the packs. In addition, Pro Live players will also be available to complete as SBC. The SBC of Irving Lozano, the player of Pro Player “Manuel” Bachoore, is already live.
In addition, daily themed SBCs for selected Pro players will also be released. These promise good to very good packs. So, it’s worth logging in daily.
The focus is on the upgrades of the dynamic event cards. And this is how it works.
How do the upgrades work? Each e-sports player is assigned an event card. Depending on the performance of the e-sports player, the player card can receive upgrades. The upgrades can manifest in improved ratings, additional PlayStyles, alternative positions, or improved skills for weak foot and skill moves. The more successful the Pro player performs, the better his partnered card will be.
The first upgrades could occur in 1 1/2 weeks, on November 27th. This is when the next games of the Pro Open Series will take place.
The “Pro Live” event brings upgrades with e-sports reference – These are the teams
Which event card belongs to which pro player? The event brings a colorful mix of new special cards to Ultimate Team. We present you the individual teams consisting of Pro and card:
“Lukas_Official11” – Kolo Mouani
“EmreYilmaz” – Malen
“H1Dalgo” – Mané
“Young” – Willian
“Matia” – Karamoh
“Cowen”- Locatelli
“Happymeal664”- Thauvin
“SeanLDW” – Alli
“Abomakkah” – Koulibaly
“Antonini_Gabriel” – Ogbonna
“Vejrgang” – Simakan
“Levideweerd” – Ivan Cavaleiro
“1OS” – Fabinho
“Fouma” – Makengo
“TEKKZ” – Phillips
“Bachoore” – Lozano
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These are all provisional teams and special cards at a glance. Some pro players and their partner card, such as that of the German FIFA 22 world champion Umut, are still missing. The missing teams will likely be completed in the coming days.
Dungeons in World of Warcraft can soon be visited alone. You will no longer need players – and WoW will become a single-player game.
World of Warcraft has announced the upcoming content, which is set to be released before the new expansion “The War Within” – because Dragonflight is not the end. Even though Amirdrassil was the last raid, there is still new story and even some brand new features. One of these is likely to raise eyebrows, as it questions the core of MMORPGs: From now on, you can visit dungeons with NPCs and no longer need real players.
You can watch the trailer for the current patch 10.2 Guardians of Dreams here:
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WoW: Guardians of the Dream – Launch Trailer
What has been announced? The dungeons of Dragonflight can now also be completed solo or only in groups of 2-4 players at normal difficulty – as World of Warcraft simply replaces the missing players with bots or NPCs. These will fulfill all roles necessary for a group – whether it be a tank, healer, DPS characters, or several of them.
Play as a tank, healer, or damage class alongside NPC companions who will join you on your adventures. They will be available for all eight normal dungeons of Dragonflight and can range from 1 to 4 player characters. These companions allow players to explore the dungeons of Dragonflight at their own pace, providing the freedom to experiment with group composition and personalize it.
This mode is only for “normal” dungeons. A version for heroic or even mythic dungeons does not seem to be planned so far. For these (and the resulting loot), human support is needed.
Why is Blizzard doing this? The biggest benefit is likely for new and returning players who have not yet gathered dungeon experience. Thanks to the NPCs, these dungeons will be a testing ground where you can experience the dungeons without being subjected to the stress of other players. Because especially the normal dungeons are often only used for leveling, and there is stress and tempo there – as it is all about earning maximum XP. Those who want to try something new here or want to play “in peace” will quickly be kicked from a group.
This is especially important because Dragonflight will be the new “level extension” – new heroes will no longer need to quest in Battle for Azeroth but will instead play on the Dragon Isles.
At the same time, it allows everyone who wants to experience the full story of the leveling areas to do so completely alone, without having to join groups.
However, it is also likely that Blizzard is using this feature as a testing ground to see how it will be received. Because a similar mechanic will probably also be used in the “Delves” where you will also be accompanied by NPCs.
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The participants of Season 3 of “7 vs Wild” and close friends, Trymacs and Rumathra, clashed at Trymacs’ last event, resulting in a public confrontation. After the incident, both Twitch streamers released statements on YouTube explaining the reasons for their early departure from the event.
This is the situation: Long-time friends and Twitch streamers Maximilian “Trymacs” Stemmler and Wieland “Rumathra” Welte are a well-rehearsed team and often appear together at events, including in Season 3 of the survival show “7 vs. Wild“.
Although participant Jens “Knossi” Knossalla predicted a higher chance for both to survive the two weeks in the wilderness due to their long friendship – after all, they would do everything together, even sleep in one bed – there are now doubts about the assumption that everything is going great between them.
The reason for this is that Rumathra left his friend Trymacs’ event after just about 2 days. In a separate statement, he explained that Trymacs “just really fucked him off.”
The controversy reaches a new turning point, as Twitch streamer Staiy, known for his reactions to controversial topics and opinions, is now speaking critically about this statement.
Basically, the event was supposed to revolve around Minecraft:
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Why did Rumathra leave the event early? The streamer described in a statement how things were during the event: He had to be very quiet, had slept poorly, and there were too many rules.
Despite everything, the streamer emphasized that he was not angry at Trymacs. After all, he had known beforehand what his streaming colleague was like and that he could not change him. However, he does not want to participate in such events anymore.
“Trymacs is disgusted by vegetables. How can Trymacs bully someone?”
How does Staiy react to the clip? Amid the ongoing controversy between Twitch streamers Trymacs and Rumathra, opinion blogger Staiy has now also voiced his clear opinion on the matter.
When the opinion streamer heard the allegations that Trymacs had supposedly “bullied” his participants, he was horrified. He emphasized his astonishment that Trymacs could bully someone: “Trymacs bullied someone? Dude, Trymacs is disgusted by vegetables. How the hell? How can Trymacs bully someone?” he asks.
Staiy quickly changed his mind when he saw in a video how Trymacs was recruiting new participants for the ongoing event while Rumathra was packing his things next to him. Staiy critically commented on this action: “Keep your feet still! Holy Shit, this backstabbing influencer scene.”
The opinion streamer advised Rumathra to show backbone and never speak to his colleague again.
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What does Staiy say about Rumathra’s statement? In Rumathra’s statement, he emphasized that he has built a larger reach and a stable income through his reactions to “Rosins Restaurants” and should not have to tolerate such actions anymore.
Staiy compared the situation to a freed house-elf named Dobby from the “Harry Potter” series.
“I reacted freely with Rosin,” sounds a bit like Dobby has been given a sock. Dobby had to serve his master Trymacs Malfoy in servitude at the events and is now finally a free elf. Old Rumathra, I don’t know you, but maybe you should befriend the Potters and not that damn Malfoy.
What does Staiy say about Trymacs’ statement? Trymacs admitted in his statement that his behavior was inappropriate but pointed out that Rumathra also had a share in the escalation.
Staiy responded that Rumathra appears to really be a “free elf” now and drew parallels to a toxic relationship.
He emphasized that you cannot choose your family, but you can choose your friends. The opinion streamer underscored that he has the freedom to consciously grant his time and criticized the kind of situations where someone would be humiliated for content.
Many viewers draw a connection to Chefstrobel, another Twitch streamer who is also considered a friend of Trymacs. Despite their friendship, Trymacs often joked about his buddy in clips. Recently, he expressed in an emotional livestream how much the ongoing negativity burdens him: Twitch streamer is fed up with being the fool: Somehow it’s Trymacs’ fault
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The achievement “From the Bottom of My Heart” (English: “Leave No One Behind”) has only been achieved by 3% of players of Baldur’s Gate 3 on Steam. Why you should secure this achievement and how to do it, you can find out on MeinMMO.
In Baldur’s Gate 3, there are numerous ways to tackle the main story and side quests. Even in Act 1, you will encounter important key moments with NPCs that influence the entire continuing story.
The group of NPC tieflings also plays an important role in the course of the game. To achieve the achievement “From the Bottom of My Heart” (English: “Leave No One Behind”), you must save all the tieflings that are important to the storyline.
The process makes the achievement quite challenging as it involves many steps to consider. This begins in Act 1 and extends until the third and final Act.
Spoiler warning: This article discusses an ending of Baldur’s Gate 3 and contains spoilers for all acts regarding the quests involving the tieflings.
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How to unlock the achievement:
To earn the achievement, all tieflings who have an important role must be saved. For some, you must remove enemies that threaten them, and for others, you must convince the enemies or the tieflings of something.
Notes on the playstyle “Dark Urge”: If you select the background “Dark Urge” during character creation, the trophy will become unreachable under normal circumstances, as you will inevitably have to kill the tiefling woman Alfira. To avoid this, you can try to knock Alfira out in the Emerald Grove with non-lethal attacks.
Your consciousness will also demand that Isobel be killed. Resist the urge with dice rolls to prevent all the tieflings in the tavern “At the Last Light” from dying.
Act 1:
convince Rolan to stay with the tieflings
The tiefling who threatens Sazza in the cage of the druid grove must not shoot her – he could die.
Rescue the boy named Micron from the harpies on the beach. You will find him if you go down through the rear of the druid grove towards the sea.
Save Arabella from the druids by convincing Khaga not to feed her to her snake.
Once you climb up after the first battle in front of the druid grove, you will find Nadira who is being attacked by a last goblin. Kill the goblin and save Nadira.
All of this must be completed, before you protect the druid grove from the attack by Minthara.
Do not join Minthara in the druid grove! She has allied with the goblins and wants to kill the tieflings in the druid grove.
In a conversation with Rolan in the tavern “At the Last Light,” you learn that his siblings have been captured. He will search for them on his own. After the first visit, go directly to the marked spot to save him from the shadows, as he will otherwise be dead.
Prevent Isobel from being captured during the attack in the tavern, as this will break her protective barrier and everyone in the refuge will die.
Tip: I used a scroll to send Kethric Thorm to another dimension. This simplifies the fight immensely.
In a conversation with the tiefling children, you learn that Mol has been kidnapped.
Help Arabella find her parents. Arabella is near the house of healing; her parents are dead in the house. Tell her about it, and talk to her again a day later.
Save Bex’s husband. You find Bex at the edge of the refuge, where you start the quest.
Rescue the tieflings from the moonlight tower in the basement.
Complete all points, before you proceed to the mind flayer colony and begin the fight with Kethric Thorm.
In the mind flayer colony, you will find Zevlor in a mind flayer capsule. Free him and ensure that he survives the fight.
Act 3:
Talk to Danis and Bex in the tiefling refugee camp in Rivington, the starting area of Act 3, to complete the quest “Save the Tieflings.”
If you choose not to give Lorroacan the Night Song, Rolan must not die in the subsequent fight.
Speak with Mol in the Thieves’ Guild in the city’s underground. You can get there through the sewers.
Only after finishing the game will the achievement “From the Bottom of My Heart” / “Leave No One Behind” pop up. According to Steam, only 2.9% of players have received it so far.
Why is the achievement worth it? The initial hours in Baldur’s Gate 3 and the first encounters with the tieflings create a sense of responsibility for players not to leave them behind – at least that was the case for me. As a player, you encounter individual tieflings here and there, who simply live their lives, go about their daily routines, and form relationships.
This repeatedly brings little moments of achievement. As a player, you have helped ensure that this small group of good tieflings continues to exist. Additionally, the tiefling quest line contributes to the overall story of the role-playing game.
Thus, the achievement serves as a nice reminder of the impact players have on the story in Baldur’s Gate 3. Even seemingly small decisions can have far-reaching consequences for individual NPCs or entire groups and can significantly change the course of the game.
And that is something that makes Baldur’s Gate 3 so special. At the Golden Joystick Awards, the game won so many awards that the head could hardly carry them:
In World of Warcraft, with Amirdrassil, the last raid for Dragonflight is now available on all difficulties. Those of you who are Druids should definitely talk to the ducks that are lurking there at the beginning of the raid!
What is this ability?
“Nature’s Reckoning“ is an ability currently available only to Druids and can only be used in Amirdrassil.
The skill deals several million damage to all enemies in a small radius. The Druid’s DPS also skyrockets into the millions — unattainable for all others.
You receive the skill as a one-time button and only need to talk to an NPC for that.
This is how you get the skill: Right at the entrance of Amirdrassil, you can either follow a path to the left or right to reach the first boss. Or you can go straight ahead over the edge and come to a small refuge.
There are a few Ancients, Guardians, and frightened animals waiting there. Only Druids can talk to these animals; all other classes get the hint to ask a Druid. As a Druid, however, you will receive “Nature’s Reckoning” as an extra button after the dialogue.
You can return up via the totem on the wall. You can then use the ability via the new button directly in front of the first boss’s trash, but it consumes it. It is only usable once.
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Enormously strong for trash, but doesn’t bring anything else
Here’s the catch: Nature’s Reckoning only works on trash groups, not on bosses. So you can’t skip phases or deal absurd damage to make a tough boss easier.
Nevertheless, the skill is useful for clearing the rather annoying trash that at least waits before the first boss. Tip: also heal the Ancients that plead for help. They grant a movement boost. This is especially handy if you should wipe.
Nature’s Reckoning is just a little gimmick and a kudos to Druids, in whose “homeland” we are pretty much located in patch 10.2. Because the Emerald Dream is where the class derives its power.
Nevertheless, some players are already wondering if the crazy Paladin Rexxtroy might find some use for the skill. Rexxtroy is known for exploiting every mechanic in WoW to the utmost:
With the Elite Series 2 and the Core Edition, Microsoft offers two very similar controllers. But which one should you buy?
With the Xbox Elite Series 2, Microsoft has had a pro controller on the market for years, and it is considered a recommendable controller by many players. Since the end of 2022, there is another version of the Elite 2, the Elite 2 Core Edition, available. But what are the differences?
Xbox Elite Series 2 or Core Edition, which should I buy? MeinMMO explains the differences and helps you with your purchasing decision.
How much do the controllers cost? The price is the most obvious difference between the Xbox Elite Series 2 and the Core Edition:
The Xbox Elite Series 2 has a suggested retail price of 180 euros.
The Xbox Core Edition has a suggested retail price of 130 euros.
In direct comparison, you save 50 euros when opting for the Core model.
Xbox Elite Series 2 vs Elite 2 Core – Design
There are some differences in design between the two models. The Core controller has a large white area in the middle, while the Elite Series 2 is uniform in color.
However, with the Elite Series 2, you have more color options: In the Xbox Design Lab, you can customize and personalize your controller. The Core Edition does not offer this option.
If you don’t care much about the colors and are solely focused on the functions, you can safely ignore this point.
Xbox Elite Series 2 vs Elite 2 Core – Functions
Both models offer you the following functions:
You can adjust the tension of the two thumbsticks with a provided tool.
Both models offer trigger stop switches: This allows you to adjust the pressure depth of the triggers more finely.
Both devices offer rubber grips with the same ergonomic shape.
The battery life is expected to be very similar for both models.
Both controllers also offer the ability to create profiles for specific buttons. This can be done via the Xbox Accessories app on the PC. In theory, you can remap any button on your controller.
In terms of functionality, the controllers differ little from each other, while the differences in accessories are more pronounced.
The biggest difference between the two controller options that Xbox offers lies in the included accessories with both controllers. Because they vary significantly:
The Elite Series 2 Core includes the controller, a tool for the thumbsticks, and a braided charging cable.
The Elite Series 2 additionally offers a charging station, four paddle buttons, extra thumbsticks of varying sizes, and an optional D-pad. As a bonus, there is also a carrying case for the controller.
Basically, with the Core model, you have the option to purchase the accessories later. The so-called “Component Pack” costs about 50 euros and offers you the same accessories that are already included with the Elite Series 2.
With the “Component Pack,” the Core model becomes like the Elite Series 2 – but without the color options:
Xbox Elite Series 2 vs Elite 2 Core – Accessories
Xbox Elite Series 2 or Elite 2 Core – Which one should I buy?
The Elite Series 2 offers you the ultimate package of accessories and personalization options. However, you will also pay around 150 euros for it. This is especially worthwhile if you want to buy a pro controller for paddles and wish to adjust the buttons more finely.
The Elite 2 Core is the entry-level package, but you will have to forego color personalization and much accessories like the paddles. Essentially, you can buy these items later. With the “Component Pack” for about 60 euros, the Core model also becomes like the Elite Series 2 – but without the color options.
If you are already considering or know that you will purchase the “Component Pack,” it is better to go directly for the Elite Series 2, as it is cheaper than buying the items separately.
Elite Series 2
Elite 2 Core
Price
179.99 euros
129.99 euros (+ “Component Pack” for 60 euros)
Color
Black, selectable colors in Xbox Design Lab
Blue, red, or white
Functions
Adjustable thumbsticks and trigger switches, rubber grips, ergonomic shape
Adjustable thumbsticks and trigger switches, rubber grips, ergonomic shape
Accessories
Tool for thumbsticks, braided charging cable
Tool for thumbsticks, braided charging cable, charging station, four paddle buttons, extra thumbsticks, optional D-pad, carrying case
Is there a third option? If you don’t need accessories or additional features, you can also go for the standard Xbox controller. It will only cost you 60 euros, but it does not offer any of the additional functions and you can only retrofit the standard controller to a limited extent.
If you like playing MMOs, what you primarily need is a good mouse with interesting additional features. We present you with good gaming mice for MMO players in 2023.
What are the best MMO mice in 2023? There are currently many well-known manufacturers like Razer, Logitech, SteelSeries, and Roccat producing good gaming mice. But which mouse is best suited for which user?
How did we choose? We have personally tested all the mentioned gaming mice. Therefore, personal experiences are also included in our recommendations to provide you with the best possible advice. The order is chosen arbitrarily. In this comparison, we ensured that the selection is suitable for MMOs in general, online shooters, MOBAs, and MMORPGs.
We also present a suitable keyboard for the mice (or check out the best gaming keyboards of 2023). We have preferably chosen keyboards from the manufacturer of the respective mouse, as these devices can often be paired or combined with each other.
Update April 18, 2023: We have fundamentally revised our buying guide and brought it up to date. We have replaced many old models with their successors, renewed the structure, and removed unnecessary content.
Best Gaming Mouse 2023 at a Glance
Best Allrounder Mouse: Logitech G 502X (Lightspeed)
Allrounder Alternative: SteelSeries Rival 5
Best Gaming Mouse for Shooters: Razer Viper V2 Pro
Best Gaming Mouse for Ambidextrous Users: Razer Lancehead
Best Innovative Mouse with Haptic Feedback: Rival 710 by SteelSeries
Best Wireless Mouse and for E-Sports Players: Logitech G Pro X Superlight
Best Mouse for MMORPGs and MOBAs: Razer Naga V2 Pro
Best Ergonomic Gaming Mouse: Roccat Kone XP (Air)
Best Gaming Mouse for Large Hands: Corsair IronClaw
Best Gaming Mouse for under €20: Redragon M910K Ranger
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Logitech G 502X – Best Allrounder
DPI: Up to 25,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 11 programmable buttons | Weight: 121g | Special Feature: Opto-mechanical switches under the buttons | Price range (according to Geizhals): 45 – 130 Euros (Wired); 116 – 190 Euros (Wireless) |
Who is the mouse suitable for? The G502X represents a good allrounder if you’re looking for a mouse for various genres. The mouse is suitable for both fast shooters as well as casual strategy games.
What the G502X offers: The G502X from Logitech is the successor of the G502 Hero and primarily offers newer technology. The sensor resolves up to 25,000 DPI and instead of the old Omron switches, opto-mechanical switches are now used under the mouse buttons. These are noticeably audible but also more durable.
In comparison to the old G502 series, Logitech has omitted internal weights in the X models. The G502X is also significantly lighter at 89 grams compared to the original (121 grams).
The G 502X is available in both wired and wireless versions, which uses Lightspeed technology. This means you should not lag behind a wired connection in terms of latency.
Pro
High-end sensor
Many functions
11 directly programmable buttons
Reduced weight compared to the Hero model
Mouse wheel option without stepping
Contra
Not the best build quality
No left-handed mouse
Ergonomics vary greatly depending on hand
We quickly adapted to the initially unfamiliar additional buttons and even came to appreciate them over time. We found it cool that the mouse wheel can also be used without stepping via a switch.
Care should be taken regarding ergonomics. With a palm grip and a relatively small hand, we had the issue of naturally reaching the sniper button with the thumb. Another tester in our editorial team, however, has very large hands and found it too small. Therefore, the recommendation: test in the market or order online to potentially make use of the return policy.
User reviews: The mouse is rated 4.4 stars on Amazon. Buyers praise the precision and the ability to save different mapping profiles for the buttons. However, some users criticize the mediocre quality. Additionally, the mouse does not fit well in every hand depending on the grip.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: The wireless mechanical keyboard G613 from Logitech offers everything a gamer needs. This includes a pleasant key press and long durability. However, some users criticize the noise level of the keys.
The keyboard can be connected via USB, Bluetooth, or Lightspeed. Logitech’s Lightspeed technology is supposed to ensure that data is transmitted to the PC without delay in just a few moments. Additionally, the keyboard can be connected to an Android smartphone via Bluetooth.
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Alternative to the G502 Hero: SteelSeries Rival 5
DPI: 18,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 9 programmable buttons | Weight: 85g | Special Feature: Sniper button | Price range (according to Geizhals): 75 – 90 Euros
Who is the mouse suitable for? Similar to the Logitech G502 Hero, the Rival 5 is an allrounder that is suitable for many players alike. If the G502 Hero was too heavy for you, then you will get a successful alternative with the Rival 5. The SteelSeries Aerox 5 (for test) is the wireless model of the Rival 5 and also a recommendation.
What the Rival 5 offers: The Rival 5 weighs 85 grams, has 10-zone RGB, and is equipped with the optical TrueMove Air sensor. This sensor is a proprietary development by SteelSeries. The sensor is currently also used in the SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless and the Rival 3 Wireless. A maximum of 18,000 DPI is possible with the Rival 5.
Pro
TrueMove sensor (18,000 DPI)
Low weight (85g)
Modern, appealing design
Good gliding properties (mouse pad, tabletop)
Pleasant, ergonomic design
Good quality
9 programmable buttons
Contra
Sniper button is too far forward, small hands may not fully utilize the mouse
Not suitable for left-handers
Only one button profile can be stored in the mouse
Software is overly complex
In our test, we compared the Rival 5 with the Logitech G502. We really liked the design and weight, and thanks to the reduced weight, the Rival 5 feels good in hand. SteelSeries uses a very good sensor and you can adjust the mouse to your individual needs with the extensive software.
However, the ergonomics turn out to be a disadvantage, as the Sniper button is positioned very far forward on the mouse and is difficult to reach for smaller hands. Therefore, we would recommend testing the mouse beforehand or buying it on a trial basis. If you don’t need the Sniper button or can do without it, the Rival 5 from SteelSeries is an all-around excellent mouse.
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Razer Viper V2 Pro – Best Gaming Mouse for Shooters
Who is the mouse suitable for? If you are looking for a powerful gaming mouse with a high-end sensor and decent build quality, then the Viper V2 Pro is a good recommendation for you.
What the Razer Viper V2 Pro offers: With the Viper V2 Pro, you get the latest version of Razer’s Viper series. The mouse offers you the best sensor currently available from Razer, combined with optical switches and a low weight of 58 grams. The battery life, according to the manufacturer, is 80 hours.
Online magazine rtings.com lists the Viper V2 Pro among the currently best shooter mice you can buy and rates the mouse for FPS games 9.3 out of 10 points.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: The K55 RGB keyboard from Corsair is priced similarly to the M65 Elite. Therefore, the keyboard is made of plastic and not a mechanical keyboard. The keyboard offers a total of 6 macro keys that can be configured as desired.
The keyboard can be paired via iCue software. However, if you have more room in your wallet, you should also check out the mechanical Corsair keyboards K70 and K95.
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Razer Lancehead – Best Mouse for Ambidextrous Users
DPI: 16,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 9 programmable buttons | Weight: 111g | Special Feature: Configurations are stored in the mouse and via cloud, an account is required for configuration | Price range (according to Geizhals): 99 – 199 Euros (Wired); 80 – 149 Euros (Wireless) |
Who is the mouse suitable for? Are you looking for a mouse that can be used equally with both hands? Are you playing with a friend or partner at the same workstation, but you don’t want to make compromises as a left or right-handed person? The Lancehead from Razer is a good alternative for those who have other Razer products and want to connect them together.
What the Razer Lancehead can do: The Lancehead from manufacturer Razer is an ambidextrous mouse. This means both left and right-handed users can easily use the mouse without needing to adjust. The mouse offers only nine programmable buttons, unlike Logitech’s G 502 Hero, but provides a precise dual sensor with high accuracy. Disadvantage: The ambidextrous mouse is relatively expensive.
Pro
Can be used wirelessly or wired
Equally suitable for left and right-handed users
Good build quality
Dual sensor with high accuracy
RGB lighting
Contra
High price
Additional buttons on the other side are unusual
With the Razer Lancehead, you can’t go wrong. And as expected from Razer, the RGB lighting on this mouse looks particularly good. We found the additional buttons on the other side to be useful, although they did not feel as natural as additional buttons in the familiar positions. Overall, we think it’s a nice, well-made mouse, but if you’re just a right-handed user and not using the Razer ecosystem, you’ll find good alternatives on this list.
User reviews: The mouse is rated 4.3 stars on Amazon. Many praise the great sensor and emphasize the good design of the Razer Lancehead. However, some users criticize that the form of the mouse designed for ambidextrous use is not very comfortable over long periods. Additionally, the mouse’s software sometimes causes issues like faulty mouse clicks.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: The Blackwidow Elite from Razer is a mechanical gaming keyboard that delivers excellent feedback. Similar to Roccat, Razer also allows the mouse and keyboard to be paired and macros to be created using its software. Synapse provides cloud storage for the keyboard like it does for the mouse. A significant advantage is the USB 2.0 and a 3.5mm audio jack on the keyboard.
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SteelSeries Rival 710 – Best Innovative Mouse with Haptic Feedback
DPI: 12,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 7 programmable buttons | Weight: 120g | Special Feature: Modular mouse with interchangeable modules, customizable OLED display, and vibration function | Price range (according to Geizhals): 94 – 120 Euros
The Rival 710 can be completely replaced by modules; SteelSeries has also announced that it will provide additional sensors. Unfortunately, the modules are very expensive. Image source: SteelSeries
Who is the mouse suitable for? The Rival 710 is particularly popular among MOBA players. This is primarily due to the outstanding haptic feedback of the mouse, which makes it very popular during long gaming sessions. If you game a lot and for extended periods, you should definitely check out the Rival 710 from SteelSeries.
What the Rival 710 can do: The most interesting feature of the Rival 710 is its modularity: you can disassemble the mouse into its individual parts and replace each module with another. This makes the mouse extremely flexible. Additionally, it offers a vibration function— a rarity among mice— that can be freely customized.
The mouse is wired; however, the cable is easily detachable and replaceable. The manufacturer includes two cables of different lengths with the mouse.
Pro
Completely modular mouse
Individually adjustable vibration function
RGB lighting
Precise and interchangeable sensor
Good ergonomics and high-quality casing
Removable and interchangeable cable
Comprehensive accessories
Contra
Modules are very expensive
Potential for the OLED display is yet to be fully utilized
High price
The Rival 710 uses a custom sensor called TrueMove3, which was designed in collaboration with Pixart. This is more precise than Pixart’s own high-performance sensors, which Razer, for example, uses in its Trinity or Roccat in its Kone Aimo; however, the DPI rate is lower at 12000.
The mouse’s OLED display is an interesting idea. It can display sensitivity levels, Discord notifications, or any logo. There are also a few supported games that can display things like health points. Unfortunately, this idea is not yet fully realized and ready for mass production.
The biggest downside to the Rival 710 is the price. While the modular design is nice, the modules themselves, like the mouse, are also very expensive.
User reviews: The mouse is rated 3.9 stars on Amazon. Many users praise the high-quality construction of the mouse and the ability to control both sensors separately. Additionally, every button can be configured as desired. Users complain about the glue that holds the mouse together, which negatively impacts durability.
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Alternative: SteelSeries Rival 600
DPI: 12,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 7 programmable buttons | Weight: 96 – 128 g | Special Feature: Adjustable weight, RGB lighting | Price range (according to Geizhals): 72.97 – 97.99 Euros
Who is the mouse suitable for? Since the SteelSeries Rival 710 is no longer available everywhere, the SteelSeries Rival 600 is a sensible alternative if you can do without haptic feedback.
What the SteelSeries Rival 600 can do: The mouse offers you a precise sensor with the TrueMove 3 sensor by SteelSeries. Thanks to the straightforward software, you can customize the mouse to your needs, and the mouse can store up to 5 profiles. In addition, you can adjust the weight of the mouse on both sides using weights. You can increase the weight from a base weight of 96 grams up to 128 grams. The durable Omron switches also promise high durability, and the cable is removable.
The mouse is only suitable for right-handed users since the special buttons are not mirrored. The build quality of the mouse is only average, as the side parts are glued to the casing with cheap glue.
Pro
Precise sensor
Good ergonomics
RGB lighting
Durable Omron switches
Removable data cable
Onboard storage
Contra
Only suitable for right-handed users
Average build quality
User reviews: The mouse is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on 2,138 reviews. It is praised for its good ergonomics and the precise sensor. However, reviewers criticize the average build quality of the mouse and the poorly made glide feet.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: The Apex M750, also from SteelSeries, is a mechanical gaming keyboard. The keyboard is made of aluminum, making it particularly durable.
Particularly advantageous is the borderless design: it makes cleaning the keyboard very easy and dust can hardly accumulate.
Using SteelSeries Engine software, you can still configure the keyboard. A disadvantage of the keyboard is that it is quite loud.
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Logitech G Pro X Superlight – Best Wireless Mouse and for E-sport Players
The G Pro X Superlight from Logitech is the most popular mouse among e-sports players: It is very lightweight and suitable for both left and right-handed users.
Who is the mouse suitable for? The mouse is small and very light, making it ideal for e-sports. Additionally, it has an extremely low latency, making it better than the wired version of the G Pro X. If you’re just looking for a good wireless gaming mouse, you will also find it here.
What the G Pro X Superlight offers: With the Superlight version of the G Pro X Superlight, Logitech offers you a robust and very lightweight gaming mouse for competitive gaming. The Superlight model is another 20 grams lighter than the normal G Pro (63 vs 81 grams).
The mouse is very popular among e-sports players: if you look at the settings of various e-sport organizations, for example, at prosettings.com, you will find that the G Pro X and the Superlight are popular among many esports teams.
Pro
Very lightweight mouse (63g)
Able to be used by both hands
Extremely low latency
Long battery life (70 hours)
Contra
High price
User reviews: The mouse is rated 4.6 stars on Amazon. Many buyers praise the appearance, build quality, extensive features, and ergonomics, which receive a top score of 4.7 stars on Amazon. The precision of the mouse is also appreciated. A few users have reported a “double-click problem” with the mouse, although this only occurs sporadically.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: If you’re looking for a suitable gaming keyboard for the “Logitech G Pro Wireless,” you should take a look at the mechanical keyboard from the G Pro series by Logitech.
The keyboard has a compact design without a numpad, allowing for more space on the desk, and is designed specifically for gaming.
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Razer Naga V2 Pro – Best Gaming Mouse for MMORPGs and MMOs
DPI: 30,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: up to 19 programmable buttons | Weight: Up to 134 grams | Special Feature: Three interchangeable side parts with 2-, 7-, and 12-button configurations | Price range (according to Geizhals): 78 – 150 Euros.
Who is the mouse suitable for? The Naga V2 Pro offers you a plethora of customization options and interchangeable side parts. Additionally, you can use the mouse wirelessly. With its many buttons, the mouse is particularly recommended for MMORPGs and MMOs.
A more affordable yet still recommendable option remains the Razer Naga Trinity, which you can now purchase for around 60 Euros.
What the Naga V2 Pro offers: The Naga V2 Pro comes with several detail improvements compared to the Naga Pro. The core functions remain the same: the mouse allows for easy switching between shooters, MOBAs, and MMORPGs by changing the side parts.
Particularly the 12-button module makes the mouse highly recommended for players of MMORPGs and MOBAs. Under the buttons, optical switches are used, which provide a clearer, more precise click than regular mechanical switches.
Razer has loosened its mandatory registration requirement for the “Razer Synapse” software: you can use key functions with a guest account. However, if you want to store your profiles in the cloud, you must register.
Pro
Precise, modern sensor
Good build quality: no creaking, optomechanical switches, Speedflex cable
BOTH Hyperspeed and Bluetooth as wireless functions
Long battery life
Basic functions also usable on Linux
Reasonable delivery scope
Very good ergonomics
Low latency with Hyperspeed (4 – 6ms)
Contra
Very high price
Razer Synapse is bulky and user-unfriendly
Side parts fit into plastic holders
In the MeinMMO test of the Razer Naga Pro, we tested the mouse over several days. The gaming mouse feels good in the hand, the buttons and mouse wheel feel pleasant, and switching between the different parts takes only a few moments.
Especially compared to the Trinity, Razer has noticeably improved its gaming mouse. Those who have previously held the Razer Naga Trinity will immediately notice the improvements in quality and handling.
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Affordable Alternative: EVGA X15 MMO Mouse
This is what the EVGA X15 offers: With the X15 from EVGA, you get an MMO mouse with many buttons for only 50 Euros. The arrangement of the buttons may take some getting used to initially, but it quickly becomes second nature. However, some buttons are barely reachable for large hands.
EVGA’s software is leaner than Razer’s, but offers hardly fewer features than Razer’s popular “MMO king.” If you are looking for a good mouse with many buttons and can do without interchangeable side parts, then you should give the X15 a chance.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: The Razer Ornata Chroma gaming keyboard is a good combination with the Naga Trinity and also with the new Naga Pro.
The keyboard combines rubber domes with mechanical keys, aiming to prevent fatigue during long gaming sessions. The lighting of each individual key is freely configurable, but like the Naga Trinity, it requires Razer Synapse’s online service. If this doesn’t bother you, you’ll get a good gaming keyboard for your money.
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Roccat Kone XP – Gaming Mouse with Excellent Ergonomics
DPI: 19,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 15 (29 programmable button functions) | Weight: 103g | Special Feature: Many additional buttons and Easy-Shift | Price range (according to Geizhals): 69 – 90 Euros
Roccat Kone XP from the Side
Who is the mouse suitable for? The Kone Aimo Remastered was our long-standing recommendation, and with the Kone XP, there is now a successor. If you are looking for a good all-rounder with a playful design, then you should check out the Kone XP. There is also a very good wireless version, the Kone XP Air (for test).
What the Kone XP offers: The Kone XP is a completely renewed successor to the Aimo Remastered. Inside, there is a new sensor, and Roccat has equipped the gaming mouse with additional buttons in the thumb and index finger area. We still found the ergonomics of the old Kone Aimo Remastered to be a bit better; the new ergonomics of the XP are still “very good.”
The Kone XP had to give up some weight compared to the Aimo Remastered: whereas the Aimo Remastered weighs 127 grams, the XP weighs only 103 grams, which is noticeable in daily use.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: If you are searching for the right keyboard for the Roccat mouse, you should check out the Vulcan 121 from the same manufacturer. Roccat provides a mechanical keyboard with high quality, prestigious material, and good workmanship with the Vulcan 121. The design is a true eye-catcher, and these factors have led it to be among the top 3 best-selling keyboards on Amazon (as of January 12, 2020).
It is advantageous that both the mouse and the keyboard are part of the AIMO devices. They can thus be connected via software. For example, lighting can be synchronized.
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Alternatively, you can also look at Roccat’s Vulcan TKL Pro, which offers you more space on your desk with its tenkeyless format. You can read how the keyboard performs in the test here on MeinMMO:
The Corsair Ironclaw is primarily designed for large hands or individuals who prefer to grasp the mouse with their entire hand. This is called palm grip. Image source: Corsair
Who is the mouse suitable for? The mouse is very large and specifically designed for people with large hands, making it suitable for users who prefer palm grip, meaning they like to grasp the mouse with their entire hand. If you use other Corsair products, you can synchronize your mouse with other products using iCue.
What the Corsair Ironclaw offers: The Corsair Ironclaw offers 7 programmable buttons that can be configured as desired. Macros and profiles can be stored in the internal memory of the mouse and are not tied to a PC or software.
With the Pixart PMW3391, a powerful sensor is built-in that delivers fast and precise performance. Additionally, Omron switches are used under the mouse buttons, which are said to withstand up to 50 million clicks and be very durable.
Despite its size, the mouse is relatively lightweight and offers a good grip due to rubberized side surfaces, preventing it from slipping out of the hand too easily.
The mouse is also available in a wireless version. However, it can also be used in wired mode with the provided or any other cable.
Pro
Designed for large hands and palm grip
Good ergonomics
Precise sensor
Rubberized side surfaces provide a good grip
Low weight for its size
Contra
Low durability due to build quality (plastic)
Less suitable for small hands
User reviews: The mouse is rated 3.7 stars on Amazon. Most users praise the ergonomics of the mouse: it feels great in hand, the buttons provide good feedback, and the scroll wheel is excellent. However, some users criticize the large amount of plastic that negatively affects durability.
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Tip for a suitable keyboard: If you’re looking for a suitable gaming keyboard for the Corsair IronClaw, you should check out the Corsair K95 RGB Platinum. This is a mechanical keyboard also from Corsair.
The keyboard is made from aluminum, and the cable is reinforced. All keys can be freely assigned and also illuminated individually. The iCue software from Corsair is also included here.
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The Best Lightweight Gaming Mice Under 70 Grams
In the following section, we present you with three recommendations among gaming mice that weigh less than 70 grams. The prices range from 30 to 90 Euros depending on the mouse.
Who is the mouse suitable for? The SteelSeries Prime Mini opts for a simple, understated design and good quality. With its low weight of only 61 grams, it appeals mainly to players who want to move their mouse a lot.
What the Prime Mini offers: SteelSeries uses its “TrueMove Pro” sensor, which can compete easily with the sensors from Razer or Logitech. The opto-mechanical switches under the buttons feel clicky and precise, and they convinced us in the test of the Prime Mini.
The Prime Mini is available in both wired and wireless versions. Overall, the gaming mouse is quite small and is therefore particularly suitable for players with small hands or gamers who predominantly play with fingertip or claw grip. For players who prefer to use palm grip, the mouse may be almost too small.
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Pro
Very lightweight mouse (61g)
Excellent and high-quality mouse buttons
Scroll wheel with slight resistance and detachable mouse cable
Contra
Too small for larger hands
DPI button only on the underside of the mouse and very small
HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless – Tip Under 100 Euros
Who is the mouse suitable for? The HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless is a wireless gaming mouse that also opts for a simple design. The build quality impressed us in the test of the Pulsefire Haste Wireless.
What the Pulsefire Haste Wireless offers: With the Pixart 3335, HyperX has integrated a well-known and reliable sensor into its gaming mouse. The mouse charges via USB-C and offers a total of 6 buttons that can be configured using the software.
Notably, the included package contains not only additional mouse feet but also optional grip tape. If you find the mouse too slippery or smooth, you can cover your mouse with it. The ergonomics are easily suitable for both small and larger hands.
By the way, the software did not convince us, as it has annoying bugs and does not work smoothly.
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Pro
Excellent feel
Great build quality
“Clicky” buttons and soft mouse wheel
Optional grip tape included in the package
Contra
Software is not well-developed
Somewhat small mouse feet
AOC GM510
DPI: 16,000 | Sensor: Optical | Buttons: 6 programmable buttons | Weight: 58g | Price range (according to Geizhals): around 40 Euros
Who is the mouse suitable for? If you’re looking for a lightweight gaming mouse without much fuss, you’ll find it in the AOC GM510. The mouse is a good recommendation for casual gamers who need few features.
What the AOC GM510 offers: Inside, the PixArt 3389 is used, which is one of PixArt’s currently best sensors. The mouse has an asymmetrical right-hand design and provides you with two buttons in the thumb area on the left side. There is no sniper button. Additionally, there is an extra button on the top of the mouse in front of the scroll wheel, which you can use to adjust the DPI level.
The ergonomics are not perfect, as in the test, the curvature of the mouse felt a bit too strong. This can cause wrist fatigue during long gaming sessions. For 40 Euros, you get a good wired gaming mouse if you have no high demands.
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Pro
Cool lighting
Well-placed DPI button
Designed for both small and large hands
Contra
Very strong curvature (ergonomics)
Sleek surface
Redragon M910K Ranger – Best Mouse for under 20 Euros
Who is the mouse suitable for? If you’re looking for an affordable gaming mouse and don’t want to spend more than 20 or 25 Euros, then you should check out the M910K from Redragon. If you’re just starting out in gaming and are looking for a good entry-level mouse, you’ll find a solid beginner model here.
What does the Redragon M910K Ranger offer? RedDragon uses entry-level hardware in its affordable mouse. The sensor is sufficient for simple games and casual strategy games. However, once games become very hectic or require precise clicks, the sensor is too weak. The build quality convinced us, as did the feel of the gaming mouse.
While the mouse may not compare to more expensive models, it is indeed adequate for an affordable entry.
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More hardware recommendations on MeinMMO: Are you looking for more good gaming devices for your PC or console? Here we present you the best gaming headsets that you can currently purchase.
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With Echo and Kindle, Amazon has established various devices.But who is it worth it for? MeinMMO has taken a closer look at the devices.
In our article, we want to introduce you to both Amazon Echo and Kindle. We will explain to you:
what Echo and Kindle devices are available
what functions Echo and Kindle offer
what advantages and disadvantages the devices bring
How did our advice come about? For our purchasing advice, we have thoroughly examined the Amazon devices. For this, we looked at reports, analyses, and other purchasing guides. We also tried some devices ourselves in the editorial office and can report from our own experiences.
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Echo – The smart Amazon speakers
What is Echo? Echo is a series of speakers that rely on Amazon’s Alexa.
The devices respond to voice commands and play music, podcasts, or news. You can use Echo devices either with the in-house Prime subscription or pair them with services like Spotify.
But Echo offers even more functions. You can also install apps on the devices. This way, you can, among other things, add appointments to your calendar or locate your phone if you misplaced it in the apartment.
You can also link Echo devices with other compatible devices. This way, you can turn the lights on and off or change the temperature.
What can the individual devices do? Echo Dot is the entry-level device and costs around 40 euros. The device offers the basic functions, Bluetooth, and a speaker.
Amazon Echo costs around 65 euros and is slightly larger. It offers one more speaker. The Plus version only offers an additional ZigBee function. This means that the device can communicate with other ZigBee devices like sensors, lighting technology, and other devices. The price here is around 80 euros.
The Amazon Echo Studio is a high-quality Bluetooth speaker, providing 5 speakers for the best sound quality and the ZigBee function. The price is 199 euros.
Echo Show provides you with a stand-alone display as the only Echo device. You can not only use the device for voice control, but you can also have things like news displayed. However, the price is also 230 euros.
Echo Dot
Echo Plus
Echo Studio
Echo Show
Price
40 (euros)
65 / 75 (euros)
195 (euros)
225 (euros)
Speaker
1
2 (2)
5
2
Connections
3.5 mm jack, Bluetooth
3.5 mm jack, Bluetooth (ZigBee connection)
3.5 mm jack, Bluetooth, optical input
Bluetooth
Weight
300 grams
780 grams
3.5 kg
1.8 kg
Size
43 x 99 x 99 mm
148 x 99 x 99 mm
206 x 175 x 175 mm
246 x 174 x 107 mm
The Echo devices at a glance
Advantages and disadvantages of Amazon Echo
These are the advantages: Amazon Echo offers you very simple and almost barrier-free operation without buttons. Because almost everything works with voice control. Another advantage is the many everyday functions.
With Amazon Echo, you can start and listen to music, create calendar entries, or set reminders, and with the right accessories, you can even control other devices. Moreover, many functions can be used without Amazon Prime.
These are the disadvantages: Privacy is still a big issue with Echo and Alexa. In general, data collection is seen as the greatest danger of voice assistants. However, you can protect your privacy by using the mute button on Echo.
Another important point is the lack of child safety. If you want to prevent your children from ordering things randomly, you need to disable that in the settings. There are no further security measures.
For whom is Amazon’s Echo worth it?
Fast and easy, almost barrier-free operation
who wants to control their entire daily life with just one device
affordable smart home with voice control
As a music station for less demanding listeners
For whom is it not worth it?
People who want to listen to music in the highest quality. Echo as a standalone speaker is not a true replacement for a Hi-Fi system. However, an existing system can be paired with Echo.
For people who place a high value on privacy.
For people who only want to listen to music. There are also cheaper Bluetooth speakers available.
Those looking for an absolutely child-proof device.
The Plus version of Echo is only worthwhile if you really use the ZigBee function.
On the next page, we will introduce you to Amazon Kindle. We will also explain to you for whom the device is suitable and what advantages and disadvantages Amazon’s official e-book reader has.
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