Razer Blackwidow Chroma V2
oma V2
Keyboard
by Alex Scanlon
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A revised Blackwidow Chroma, the big drawcard here are different switch varieties, as well as the addition of a great wrist rest. Ma nuf a c t ure r: D i s t ri but e r: Onl i ne :
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3 switch varieties Chroma enabled 5 macro keys USB through port Audio through port Removable wrist rest
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that don’t want it in place. In terms of Chroma functionality, not too much has changed. Each key is individually backlit and can be controlled (in terms of lighting) as the user sees fit. The Chroma profile system has seen a bump, though, with the addition of profiles for popular games, including Overwatch and Call of Duty: Black Ops III (to name but two). In terms of design, the Blackwidow Chroma V2 is a full keyboard, with five additional macro keys arrayed along the left side of the keyboard. It also offers a USB pass-through port, as well as a 4-pole 3.5mm audio pass-through jack. These certainly help with cable management and clutter, and the audio port is now compatible with more modern headsets, that make use of a consolidated audio and mic jack. Overall, a good step up for the Blackwidow line, and a great bet for those in the market for a new keyboard. g
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