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Star Citizen 2.6.2 Release Adds 21:9 Ultrawide Support and Much More
Star Citizen continues to grow at an impressive rate, as Cloud Imperium released yet another big update for their ambitious space sim. The latest patch brings the game up to version 2.6.2, adding new features like the Mega Map for the games multiplayer Arena Commander, and Star Marine. You’ll also…
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Are Ultrawide 21:9 Monitors the Future of PC Gaming?
Introduction A couple of years ago we took a look at the up and coming format that was 21:9 ultrawide. Since then, more and more displays have been hitting the market, as have many new display technologies that are becoming more commonplace, and more powerful graphics cards are allowing desktop…
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Acer’s Largest Curved IPS Monitor now Available
Acer’s biggest curved gaming monitor is now available for purchase and I can tell you, it isn’t cheap. But you also get quite the amazing piece of hardware for your money if you purchase the Acer XR382CQK. The XR382CQK could be considered a giant of a screen, at least when we think…
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BioShock: The Collection Adds Improved Graphics Options and Monitor Support
2K Games may have already done a lot of work to bring us BioShock: The Collection, but their latest update makes things even better still! The new patch brings features like a better FOV adjustment scale, support for ultra-wide 21:9 monitors, better mouse functionality, as well as the usual stint…
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Bioshock Remastered PC Patch Being Prepared
The original Bioshock game is one of the most engrossing and immersive first-person-shooters I’ve experienced. Rapture’s dark yet somehow appealing world doesn’t lose any of its charm during repeat playthroughs. This is probably the reason why I’ve completed the game over 7 times and always feel the inclination to revisit…
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21:9 Resolution Support Removed From Overwatch
The 21:9 aspect ratio is a relatively new phenomenon which offers an excellent alternative to multi-monitor setups. This new format means you can enjoy a stunning field-of-view without bezels and reduced cabling. Even though the focus remains on 4K gaming, I personally see greater potential from 21:9 panels. The wide…
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eTeknix @ NCIX Tech Fair 2016 – 21:9 and Drones
NCIX Tech Fair 2016: While VR is taking up a big chunk of tech talk these days, they aren’t the only thing that’s new. One of the major themes I saw during the event was the presence of 21:9 UltraWide displays. Since I love curved displays and consider them gorgeous, I snapped a…
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AOC Unveils Q2963PQ Ultrawide Monitor
The 21:9 aspect ratio is becoming increasingly popular due to the incredible screen real estate which allows you to easily position multiple applications next to each other. This dramatically improves your productivity because there’s no reason to press ALT+TAB when glancing at information. On another note, this ultrawide viewpoint is…
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ASUS Controlled 40% of The Gaming Monitor Market in 2015
The gaming monitor market incorporates a huge array of display technologies, screen sizes, and a host of other unique selling points. This allows the end-user to select a product which suits their specific requirements and most importantly, their budget. Whether you’re opting for a 16:9 144Hz TN 1920×1080 panel, or…
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AOC Announces 160Hz Curved Gaming Monitor
The 21:9 aspect ratio emulates a multi-monitor configuration without the hassle of large bezels or having to manually tweak software to support two displays. The end result is phenomenal for productivity as you can easily view multiple applications due to the huge screen real estate. On another note, gaming on…
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Fallout 4: How to Fix FOV, Mouse, Aiming and 21:9 Issues!
Have you been enjoying Fallout 4 so far this week? The game has gotten off to (mostly) positive feedback from gamers and the wider gaming industry, but as with any game launch, there have been a few issues. From the game running too fast due to high FPS, mouse acceleration issues, poor…
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Acer Announces Predator X34 Curved 21:9 G-Sync Monitor Availability
Acer recently unveiled the world’s first 34-inch curved IPS gaming monitor featuring NVIDIA’s G-Sync technology. The display utilizes a refresh rate of 60Hz and supports overclocking up to 100Hz to reduce motion blur. Furthermore, the panel’s 178-degree viewing angles and 3440×1440 resolution offers an immersive gaming experience. Other features include…
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Acer Announces 35″ UltraWide Display and Claims it Can Reach 200Hz
Acer has officially unveiled the 35-inch 21:9 Z35 Predator gaming monitor which features a curved 2560×1080 VA panel and 144Hz native refresh rate. Apparently, the display is capable of being overlocked up to 200Hz and it’s interesting to see a manufacturer promoting this process. Previously, you had to choose between the…
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21:9 Monitors – a Viable Alternative to 4k?
Introduction 4K monitors have been touted as the next mainstream standard to replace 1920×1080 displays, but the Steam Hardware survey suggests this may take over a decade. Currently, 34.33% of gamers are using 1920×1080 and 26.89% play at a surprisingly low, 1366×768 resolution. The problem with 4K revolves around Windows’ poor scaling on…
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Philips to Display Company’s First 34″ Curved Monitor at IFA
Philips has announced the latest additions to their monitor line-up and intends to showcase the new models at the IFA trade show in Berlin. Included is Philips’ first 34-inch curved monitor which opts for a 3440×1440 panel and ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio. Unfortunately, there is no specific details about the…
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