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Games and players are essential for a successful esports tournament. But every esports organiser knows that the industry cannot exist without fast and powerful storage solutions. That’s why ESL, the world’s largest esports company, has teamed up with Seagate as their official partner. The world of competitive esports is an …

With so much talent in the channel, it can be difficult to sift out the freshest gear and potential tech giants of tomorrow. Stay ahead of the curve with PCR’s Crowdfunding Corner. Orbitkey Nest (pictured above) Orbitkey Nest is a portable desk organiser designed to help you declutter and be …

UK gamers are taking advantage of lockdown to up their game time, and by doing so, 49% say they are alleviating anxiety of the current situation. That’s according to BullGuard’s new survey. The cybersecurity company teamed up with system and gaming rig builder Chillblast to survey over 1,000 gamers about …

We do a lot of future gazing in the tech industry. Innovation is so fast-paced that sometimes we’re in the sci-fi-esque future we just mused about a few months back before even realising it. Gaming, virtual reality and augmented reality are great examples of tech industry sectors that always feel …

Mesh WiFi system provider NETGEAR has highlighted how its products can help families manage the increased risk of cyberthreats has their home internet usage ramps up. With millions more people working from home, plus soaring internet usage of eLearning and home entertainment services, family WiFi networks are feeling the strain. …

Modern video games are marvels of technical creation, with an artistic vision and a prowess in production which has never been better. Games production companies are constantly pushing the envelope of what is possible, yet until recently gaming via projector was not seen as a wholly viable, nor reliable option …

Whether your customers are looking for a family printer, something for a home office set up, or a printer capable of handling a large operation, here are some great options. Epson EcoTank 7750 Specs: Prints up to 3,400 photos with the included ink, High-quality photos: Four dyes and a pigment …

Northamber PLC has signed a distribution agreement with wireless screen sharing and collaboration platform Airtame. The partnership will see Northamber offer Airtame’s wireless screen sharing and device management platform directly to business facilities throughout the UK. Alongside its wireless screen sharing solution – which helps schools and businesses increase productivity …

CMS Distribution has announced a distribution partnership with Gigabyte. CMS will be supplying the new range of Gigabyte AERO notebooks targeted at content creation and premium performance users, and also offering the new range of AORUS notebooks targeted at gamers. More consumers, and businesses are now demanding mobility, performance, premium …

The next issue of PCR will be focused on all things “security”. We’ll be looking at the shape of the current security landscape, and how best to secure new and emerging tech. We will also be running sector guides on Security Hardware and Security Software. Opinions We are looking for …

In the opening quarter of 2020, the UK’s tech sector suffered its worst performance since 2009’s global financial crisis, according to KPMG’s quarterly survey of UK technology companies. The report shows that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a swift decline in non-essential spending. Business activity across the tech sector …

ASUS has unveiled its new range of Z490 motherboards, designed to showcase the full potential of the new 10th Generation Intel Core processors. Ideal for gamers, enthusiasts and professionals, every ASUS and Republic of Gamers Z490 motherboard features improvements and enhancements to take clock speeds to the next level. The …