ORBIX JOURNAL
Setup Notes & Gear Guides
60%, 65%, 75%, TKL or Full-Size: Which Keyboard Layout Is Right for You?
Smaller boards free up room for your mouse; bigger boards keep every key one press away. Here's what each layout keeps, what it drops, and who it suits.
Read more →Cleaning and Caring for Your Keyboard, Mouse and Mousepad
A few minutes every couple of weeks keeps your gear feeling new. A simple routine for boards, mice and pads — and the mistakes to avoid.
Read more →Polling Rate Explained: What 1000 Hz and Up Actually Means
Polling rate is how often your mouse reports to your PC. Here's what higher rates change, what they cost, and when it's worth turning them up.
Read more →Wireless vs Wired Gaming Mice: Which Should You Pick?
Cut the cable or never charge again? Here's how to decide between wireless and wired — and how to get the most out of whichever you choose.
Read more →Speed vs Control Mousepads: Which Surface Fits Your Aim?
A mousepad is half of every movement you make. Here's how speed, control and glass surfaces differ — and how to match one to your sensitivity and your games.
Read more →Gifts for Gamers: A No-Guesswork Guide to Keyboards, Mice and Mousepads
Shopping for a player and not sure where to start? How to pick gear they'll actually use — plus the safe bets when you don't know their setup.
Read more →Choosing a Mouse for Your Grip and Hand Size
Palm, claw or fingertip — and how big your hand actually is. Two measurements and one honest look at how you hold a mouse narrow the field fast.
Read more →Hall-Effect vs Mechanical Switches: What Rapid Trigger Actually Changes
Magnetic switches and rapid trigger get talked about a lot. Here's what's actually different under the keycap — and when it matters in a match.
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