RazerCon 2024 offered an impressive insight into the latest technologies and innovations in the gaming industry. Hosted by Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan, the event not only showcased new products, but also underlined Razer’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. Particular focus was placed on groundbreaking developments such as the Razer Freyja HD haptic gaming cushion, the Kraken V4 Pro headset and the Razer Laptop Cooling Pad.
Important features at a glance:
- Razer Freyja: The world’s first HD haptic gaming cushion for immersive feedback.
- Kraken V4 Pro: New headset with Razer Sensa HD Haptics and OLED Control Hub.
- Razer Synapse 4: Faster, more powerful and with improved customization options.
- Thunderbolt™ Share: New connectivity features for the Razer Blade 18.
Razer Freyja: Gaming on a new level of immersion
One of the most exciting new products at RazerCon 2024 was undoubtedly the Razer Freyja, the world’s first HD haptics gaming cushion. Equipped with Razer Sensa HD Haptics technology, it takes the immersive gaming experience to a new level. With six haptic motors, gamers can not only feel the direction and intensity of in-game effects, but also experience realistic vibrations – whether explosions, bullets or environmental effects such as storms and earthquakes.
Beyond the gaming world, the versatility of the Razer Freyja extends to movies and music, where it also provides haptic feedback. The connection options are diverse: thanks to Razer HyperSpeed Wireless and Bluetooth, users can connect the cushion to both PCs and Android devices. The haptic feedback can be customized via the Razer Nexus app. With an RRP of €299.99 and a release date of September 28, 2024, it is available for gamers looking for an immersive experience.
Kraken V4 Pro: Full immersion and versatility
The Razer Kraken V4 Pro is the latest addition to Razer’s headset portfolio and takes immersion to a new level. Equipped with Sensa HD Haptics and Razer Chroma RGB, it not only offers sonic perfection, but also tactile feedback. The integration of this technology into popular games such as “Hogwarts Legacy”, “Stalker 2” and “Final Fantasy 16” is particularly exciting. This allows gamers to feel realistic vibrations from in-game events, such as distant thunderstorms or exploding grenades.
Another highlight is the OLED Control Hub, which allows users to manage audio sources and control the headset comprehensively. With multiple connection modes, including Razer HyperSpeed Wireless, USB and 3.5 mm jack, the headset is suitable for almost any platform. Of particular note is the ability to mix audio sources from 2.4GHz and Bluetooth simultaneously. With an RRP of €449.99, the Kraken V4 Pro will be available from September 28, 2024.
Razer Laptop Cooling Pad – Adaptive intelligent cooling
Stay cool during intense gaming sessions with the Razer Laptop Cooling Pad. The ultimate smart cooling solution for 14″ to 18″ laptops. With intelligent fan control, an airtight pressure chamber and three magnetic frames to support a variety of laptops, this cooling pad is the ultimate companion for laptop users looking to maximize performance and optimize thermal management.
With Smart Cooling enabled, the Razer Laptop Cooling Pad automatically adjusts fan speed based on the temperature of key components to ensure an optimal noise-to-performance ratio with minimal effort.
To achieve this performance, the high-speed 140mm fan circulates cool air trapped in the airtight gaskets through the system. In some cases, this high-speed air reduces CPU and GPU temperatures by up to 18 percent. The Cooling Pad is designed for broad compatibility, and custom memory foam frames ensure a tight fit for Windows and fanless laptops from 14″ to 18″.
The cooling pad also features a remappable multi-function button to control fan speed and Razer Chroma RGB lighting that adorns the front of the stand. It will be available from Q4 2024 at a price of 149.99 euros.
Razer Synapse 4: Faster, smoother, smarter
After an intensive year of beta testing, Razer Synapse 4 is finally officially available. The latest version of the well-known Razer software promises a 30 percent increase in processing speed compared to its predecessor and offers greater stability thanks to the new multi-threaded architecture. Especially for gamers who want to fully customize their devices, features such as 1 DPI step adjustments and the Snap Tap are particularly useful to ensure responsive inputs.
In addition, Synapse 4’s new user interface offers improved navigation while retaining popular features such as Razer Hypershift. This allows gamers to make a variety of macros and customizations for their setup without sacrificing stability or speed.
Conclusion
RazerCon 2024 showcased an impressive range of products that take the gaming experience to a new level. From the immersive Razer Freyja to the versatile Kraken V4 Pro, Razer offers innovative solutions that are not only technically outstanding, but also directly address the needs of gamers. All products presented will be available from September 28, 2024 – so the countdown for gaming fans is on.
