PC component maker EVGA joins forces with Audio Note UK to present a first sound card-- the NU Audio Card, a shielded PCIe card promising "the most immersive audio and lifelike gaming experienced on a PC."

EVGA claims the NU Audio Card offers audiophile-grade audio quality, allowing users to listen to both subtle sounds and powerful explosions for a more immersive audio experience. To do so the card leverages on the expertise of Audio Note UK, being built using audio-grade capacitors and resistors installed on a silver- and gold-plated multilayer PCB. Further improving quality are isolated dual-ground planes for analogue and digital circuitry, while the power supply promises to be both low noise and regulated.

Belkin launches the BoostCharge range of cables at CES 2019, with the most interesting product being USB-C to Lightning cables, the first made by the company to receive official approval from Apple itself.

The Boost Charge line also includes a USB-A to Lightning cable, as well as a USB-A to USB-C option. All cables promise increased durability and strength, and include a leather strap to prevent tangles and help in organisation. The cables come in a black and white speckled design, and are available in 1.2, 1.8 and 3m lengths.

Customers wanting a game controller for Android smartphones get a Razer option-- the Raiju Mobile comes complete with a rotating stand, allowing one to slot in their handset and play games with console-style controls.

As the name might suggest, the Raiju Mobile is based on the Raiju, a PS4 controller from the company. It features the same design, with 4 re-mappable "mecha-tactile action" buttons, a hair trigger mode for rapid fire and a dedicated mode switch button for switching connectivity modes and paired devices.

Razer is best known for gaming hardware replete with garish stylings and plenty of RGB lighting-- making the BlackWidow Lite, a minimalist mechanical keyboard in a matte shade of black, something of a surprise.

Technically a more "executive" version of the BlackWidow gaming keyboard, the BlackWidow Lite promises "near-silent, tactile feedback" through the use of Razer Orange switches. In case users want to cut down the noise even further, the keyboard also includes additional rubber o-rings. The keys promise an 80-million keystroke lifespan, as well as 10-key rollover with anti-ghosting.