Marcus Richardson
hlplanet.bsky.social
Marcus Richardson
@hlplanet.bsky.social
I write about keyboards and controllers, sometimes about other tech stuff.
Flydigi Vader 5 Pro is being released this month

Key Features:

Ultra-Low Latency: 3ms wired, 4ms wireless
Connection Options: Wired, Bluetooth, 2.4GHz USB
Platform Compatibility: Windows 10/11, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS
www.hlplanet.com/flydigi-vade...
November 11, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Gamesir Cyclone 3 was present on TOKYO GAME SHOW 2025, it has two extra shoulder buttons and the joysticks are somehow different, but no concrete info yet.

Source: @monoru_trie on X.
September 28, 2025 at 4:52 PM
I'm enjoying EasySMX D10 more than I thought I would. Great TMR joysticks, very comfortable, Dpad is nice. Analog and hair triggers are also pretty good. Only one thing missing is software, but I can live without it. Review coming soon.

www.hlplanet.com/ive-tested-t...
June 28, 2025 at 12:49 PM
The Gulikit Elves 2 Pro is small, stylish, and packed with high-end features: Hall effect sticks, motion controls, 1000Hz polling rate, HD rumble, and wide platform support (PC, Switch, mobile). But is it actually comfortable to use? And does it justify the $49.99 price tag?
June 17, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Wooting annouced their Wooting 60HE v2 keyboard and also new magnetic switch called Lekker Tikken on this year’s Computex in Taipei.
May 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Vertical gaming mouse with 8000 Hz polling rate, PAW3950 sensor, and zero wrist pain? The Keychron M5 might be the best $69.99 I’ve spent.
Light, wireless, ergonomic — and it’s finally real.
Full review 👉 www.hlplanet.com/keychron-m5-...
#GamingMouse #ErgonomicMouse #KeychronM5
May 6, 2025 at 10:04 PM
At last, an ergonomic vertical gaming mouse that ticks all the right boxes: the Keychron M5 comes equipped with a high-end PixArt 3950 sensor and supports an 8K polling rate. The black version is already sold out, so there's a demand for this niche product after all.

I will review it soon :)
April 16, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Is the VA80 Hygge the best prebuilt silent gaming keyboard of 2025? With Kailh Prestige Silent switches, a 1000Hz polling rate, and a sleek, customizable design, it's hard to beat. It’s quiet, responsive, and offers solid connectivity options. If you want silent and stylish, this is great choice.
April 9, 2025 at 1:18 PM
MCHOSE Jet 75 First Impressions: A 75% Hall Effect keyboard with Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation (0.1-3.4mm), 8KHz polling rate, and dynamic keystrokes—all for $60-$90. www.hlplanet.com/mchose-jet-7...
April 1, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Kailh has introduced a Magnetic Levitation Roller Module for gaming mice, using Hall Effect tech for contactless scrolling. It supports fast/slow movement, left/right tilt clicks, and aims to improve durability. Looking forward to seeing how it performs in real use.
February 27, 2025 at 4:22 PM
I’ve tested these 6 TMR controllers and here’s what I think
January 30, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Gamesir announced Tarantula Pro White on their CES 2025 livestream, but it will be out in May 2025.

It's Xbox licensed with TMR sticks and has clicky micro switch face buttons (and presumably dpad?)
January 8, 2025 at 12:52 PM
I'm just testing the Fantech Nova Pro and it's so cool that this controller comes with interchangeable thumbsticks (it's more common now), but also 3 differently sized sets of o-rings. Great to have these. And the controller itself feels really good, review below.
January 6, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Just got the Beitong Kunpeng 20 controller with TMR joysticks. Feels very solid, a little bit bulky.

Face buttons and Dpad are clicky micro switch buttons.

There are trigger locks to switch between analog and hair trigger.

I will have a full review ready soon.
December 12, 2024 at 2:02 PM
Gamesir G7 HE and G7 SE side by side. These are both Hall effect joysticks controllers, but the HE version has clicky mechanical face buttons instead of membrane ones used in SE.
November 23, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Just received the Gamesir Cyclone 2 and it's a really neat controller for $50.

TMR sticks are very accurate and better than Hall effect for FPS games, it's got gyro, 1000hz polling rate, wireless, optional charging dock, phone holder and Gamesir Connect app with lots of options.
November 19, 2024 at 1:49 PM
I’ve been using the Manba One controller on and off for the last couple of weeks. This is the V2 where they patched up some things. The main selling point seems to be the LCD screen, but the controller also has Hall Effect joysticks and triggers and also micro switch face buttons.
November 16, 2024 at 10:04 AM