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Steelseries introduces new SHIFT key set for MMOs
Steelseries, creators of the SHIFT keyboard (the next generation of the ZBoard), has just announced that it will soon offer a key set specifically for MMO players. We have already seen the Cataclysm-specific licensed product; my impressions from BlizzCon of that keyboard are here. Everything on the keyboard is customizable, which is great and might be a better alternative to the Cataclysm keyboard for people who play multiple MMOs. When I was at BlizzCon, I asked myself a couple of times why Steelseries doesn't actually have a generic MMO key set for the SHIFT -- but then I quickly remembered we were at BlizzCon, mecca for all things Blizzard, and I realized it might not be the ideal place to show it off. Now, however, it is here, and it looks pretty neat. We don't have a date on its availability yet, but the price of the key set should run around $24.99 (SHIFT keyboard sold separately, natch). Check out Steelseries' website for more details. Also, for those curious readers sending me emails about the mechanical Steelseries 6Gv2 that I picked up after BlizzCon, wanting my impressions after using the keyboard for a few weeks? Love it.
Limited Edition AoC "Zboard" to include in-game present
Owners of Ideazon's Zboard (or those thinking of getting one) will be pleased to hear that a Limited Edition Age of Conan keyset will be available for purchase. The keyset promises 70 labeled game-specific commands, 24 emotes, dedicated chat channel buttons, and of course, some official AoC game graphics included on the board. If this isn't enough to get you to dish out US$19.99 for the keyset (plus $US49.99 if you don't have the base keyboard), then Ideazon is hoping that the inclusion of a free in-game item will tip you over the edge. Every purchase will grant the player an "Enruned Kosalan Ring", which increases all non-physical damage dealt by the wearer. You can pre-order the keyset from GameStop or Amazon.
