2022 Christmas Gadget Buying Guide

Peter Donnell / 2 years ago

Roccat Syn Max Air and Kone Air

I’m a huge fan of Roccat peripherals, as they’re always delivering killer performance and really unique designs that are unlike anything else out there. That’s certainly true of their new Syn Max Air headset. it’s fully wireless, but comes with some really unique RGB lighting integration, and even a cable-free charging dock and stand that allows you to drop in or pick up the headset when you’re ready to rock.

I think it’s easily one of the best-looking, best-made, and best-sounding gaming headsets on the market right now. Sure, it’s not cheap, but on all the points, it’s a standout product. That being said, if you want to treat your SO to something epic this Christmas, it’s a great starting point. It features powerful 50mm drivers with 3D audio, and even supports Bluetooth as well as wireless via its included USB-C dongle.

Plus, it’s total desktop candy when it’s in the charging dock; drool.

Features

Stellar Wireless Technology exceptional signal strength and long battery
Included Rapid Charge dock
Simultaneous Bluetooth for mixing in VoIP chat, phone calls and more
Comfortable ProSpecs™ earpads and perfect-fit headband
Cooling ear cups to minimize heat buildup
Immersive 3D audio with 50mm Nanoclear™ drivers from Turtle Beach
Superhuman Hearing boosts critical in-game sounds for an extra edge
Detachable flip-to-mute TruSpeak™ mic for crystal-clear communication
Durable and lightweight aluminium construction
Compatible with the PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch
Programable RBG lighting is compatible with the AIMO eco-system

For more information, please check the official product page here. Available now for just £209.99.

Roccat Kone Air

Most brands make their gaming mice a little smaller than I would like, but not Roccat, Roccat build theirs big. So if you have big hands like I do, or even just a wide palm or long fingers, you’ll find a lot to love about the slightly larger-than-life Kone Air. This stunning-looking mouse delivers wireless 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth connectivity, with its astonishing 19K DPI Owl-Eye optical sensor providing pixel-perfect tracking at any speed. Add to that the premium Roccat Titan Optical Switches, rated for 100M clicks, and an ultra tight response time; this is a great mouse for those who want an edge in their gaming.

The design is fantastic, but it’s little things that stand out. It takes two AA batteries, which can deliver up to 800 hours of usage, and that’s amazing. However, you can put in a single battery instead, sure, you’ll cut down the hours, but it’ll keep the mouse lighter; I really like that, it’s very clever.