Latest articles by Alex Berry
Best microphones for streaming and gaming in 2024
Buying Guide We've brought together the best microphones for streaming and gaming to help you find the right one for you and your voice.
Best capture card 2024: top picks for recording and streaming on consoles and PC
Buying Guide We're running you through all the best capture cards available in 2024
AndaSeat Kaiser 4 review: "Should you sit elsewhere?"
Review The AndaSeat Kaiser 4 has a lot going for it, but its manufacturing issues and design options leave a lot to be desired.
Razer Facial Interface review: "A more immersive, light-blocking fit"
Review Razer's facial interface for Quest 3 has lovely, soft cushioning that cools your face as you're playing. Annoyingly, its price makes it difficult to recommend.
Razer Adjustable Head Strap for Quest 3 review: "Gave my skull a comforting, nylon cuddle"
Review Razer's adjustable head strap for Meta Quest 3 is nice and comfortable, simple to install, and fit to your head. It's a shame about the price, though.
Best ring lights for streaming 2024: perfect lighting for going live
Buying Guide One of the best ring lights for streaming will instantly transform your streams, videos, and meetings - all with just one purchase
Logitech Yeti GX review: "Holds its own without threatening to steal the show"
Review The Logitech Yeti GX carries over the plug-and-play utility we know from previous Blue microphones, but content creators will find better value elsewhere.
Shure MV7+ Podcast Mic review: "It’s almost effortlessly good"
Review The new Shure MV7+ has unmatched utility as a dual-connection mic. Besides a few minor bumps along the road, this is one of the best mics on the market for any content creator.
Elgato Facecam MK2 review: "When you find the sweet spot, the Facecam MK2 can look great."
Review The MK2 brings forward a lot of great features from the previous Facecams, and it's a solid value option in the 1080p aisle.
VelocityOne Race review: "There are promising signs, but it needs to overcome some rookie errors"
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Hercules Stream 200 XLR review: "It all feels half-baked"
Review Like its smaller sibling, the Hercules Stream 200 XLR misses the mark. It delivers clean audio, but it isn't the utility belt gadget streamers want.
Hercules Stream 100 audio controller review: "A little bit empty"
Review Average build quality, software limitations, and other issues let the Hercules Stream 100 down. If you can spare more money, there are better mixers out there.
Asus ROG Carnyx review: "Much too large for a home-targeted microphone"
Review The Asus ROG Carnyx slots nicely into the USB gaming mic market. It's got a 2.5cm condenser capsule, simple plug-and-play functionality, and a flashy RGB look.
Playseat Challenge X review: "An excellent option for living room racers"
Review The Playseat Challenge X has a few compromises, but it's a lot better than awkwardly mounting your steering wheel to a coffee table.
SteelSeries Alias Pro review: "A genuine all-in-one purchase"
Review The SteelSeries Alias Pro offers everything you need to take your streaming setup to the next level.
SteelSeries Alias review: "A quality option for streamers"
Review Despite the existence of its pro-grade sibling, the SteelSeries Alias is a brilliant microphone for streaming and gaming.
Moza R12 review: "Delivers punchy yet refined force feedback"
Review Moza isn't the biggest name in the racing wheel market, but it's carving out some impressive lap times with its R12 Direct Drive Wheelbase.
RODE Streamer X review: "RODE has a leg up on the competition"
Review RODE might be a household name in the audio industry, but the new RODE Streamer X marks their first step into the world of video.
Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP review: "I was disappointed with the lack of depth"
Review The Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP is not a fundamentally bad USB microphone, it’s just not an impressively good one either.
RODE PodMic USB review: "An even more tantalising option for new creators."
Review The RODE PodMic USB's dual USB-C and XLR connectivity is seldom found in this market. It makes for a microphone that's as versatile as it is high-quality.
Best Razer streaming gear 2024: support your streams with a brand you know
Buying Guide Streaming equipment can be a daunting investment. We've rounded up the best Razer streaming gear to help you buy from a brand you trust.
Autonomous SmartDesk Pro review: "Can a desk just be a desk in 2023?"
Review The Autonomous SmartDesk Pro isn’t trying to catch your eye with jazzy RGB or an outlandish design, just the flexibility of a sleek sit-stand desk. The question is, is that enough?
