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Cooler Master claims the MK850 is a mechanical keyboard with a first-- it features Cherry MX switches with analogue pressure-sensitive technology, allowing for "unparalleled control in even the most demanding PC games."

Dubbed "Aimpad," the technology adds IR sensors to the Cherry MX switches in the QWERASDF key cluster. According to Cooler Master, the IR sensors "sense the entire 4mm range of a key press versus competitor analogue keyboards that are only capable of measuring 2mm of analogue movement and do not utilize Cherry MX switches." Or, in short, the pressure sensitivity allows for smooth increments in the control of speed, yaw, pitch and the like, similar to what is offered by analogue joysticks.

Taiwanese PC hardware maker ECS launches the LIVA Q2-- a tiny mini-PC the size of a mouse yet still capable of powering 4K visuals through an Intel Pentium Silver/Celeron processor with integrated Intel HD 600 series graphics.

Ideal for various applications, including home entertainment, smart offices and even digital signage and smart retail solutions, the LIVA Q2 runs on Windows 10 and decodes HEVC 10-bit media through a revised video engine. An HDMI 2.0 output complete with CEC allows users to control the connected display.

Environmental monitoring solution provider Sencentric announces what it claims is the most feature-rich wifi sensor for detecting water leaks and freeze conditions-- the SimpleSENCE leak and freeze detector.

According to the company, the SimpleSENCE leak detector is the first line of defense for in-home leak and freeze protection. It is a standalone and self-contained sensor able to operate via wifi, connecting directly to a router without need for a smart home hub or additional subscription. The small design allows optimal placement in any leak prone area, and setup promises to be easy via companion app.

As the idea of a foldable phone starts working its way into the global consciousness, customers will inevitably ask whether protective cases for such devices will ever exist. The answer to this question is yes, at least according to one accessory maker, Spigen.

Spigen shares the prototype designs of 3 such products with The Verge, all aimed for use with the Samsung Galaxy Fold. All promise to accommodate the folding aspect of the smartphone, while offering adequate protection. The three prototypes are fairly similar in terms of design, with a front cover protecting the top and bottom bezels of the 4.6-inch outside display and cutouts for the triple-camera setup on the back.