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Here are the latest developments in suppliers' releases.
The eSports industry has now surpassed the $1 billion mark in terms of value, as reported by Newzoo. Gaming competitions are popular worldwide, so are the products needed for the games. Releases from Global Sources suppliers are keeping up with the mainstream brands in terms of smoothness of performance, power, ergonomics and smart features.
Laptop and PC releases have Intel Core i7 processor, 8G or more RAM, 1TB hard drive, and Nvidia or Radeon GPU, like the popular versions in the market. Consoles also use powerful GPUs and have big storage for graphics-intensive games.
4G phones are also now in the eSports arena as many of the games considered as eSports are mobile: PUBG, Mobile Legends and more. Suppliers' units have immersive high-resolution bezel-less screens and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 and 8 series chips for immersive and no-lag gaming.
Wireless and smart, these are the present-day eSports controller types that are winning the hearts of gamers. Wireless controllers from suppliers are tangle-free and have easy-to-grip handles. Wi-Fi -or Bluetooth-enabled smart versions have lights and vibrations that sync to game events, or are motion-activated.
Multifunction charging stations keep all these eSports essentials powered up. They can double as other gaming accessories as well. For example, an Xbox or PS4 unit or controller charging station that is also a stand or cooler.
VR is now real in eSports for the first VR League already kicked off in the UK this year. Global Sources suppliers have VR accessories that are immersive, "connected", and accurate in detection, from headsets to light guns that are rising in demand as VR eSports becomes widely played in the world.
As for gaming cables, they are going durable, flexible and environment-friendly. They also match the current highest resolution, which is 4K, for many of the popular video game consoles and monitors. Some cables transmit data very fast.
The gallery below features innovative eSports devices and accessories that you can source easily online:
Company: Chedytop Industrial (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd
This CH-GAX3-6853 model from Chedytop is wireless. The controller "sleeps" automatically. There are turbo, back, home, start, four action, four shoulder, A, B, X and Y buttons, and an 8-way D-pad with 2 mini analog sticks on the unit. FOB price is $4.15 to $5.69 each.
Company: Dongguan Trangjan Industrial Co. Ltd
Dongguan Trangjan's model 2018051416-021 cable for the NES Classic is made of eco-friendly material and is flexible. It transmits fast. For 1,000 pieces, FOB price is $1.20 each.
Company: Newell Electronics Co. Ltd
The model RX-NS0 portable battery charger from Newell packs 6,500mAh. It doubles as a kickstand for the Nintendo Switch. Price is $18.50 to $20 each for an MOQ of 1,000 units.
Company: Fionexx Technologies Ltd
Both a Windows tablet and a laptop, this convertible FD-1017 model from Fionexx is portable. It adopts Intel BayTrail quadcore 8350F 1.6GHz CPU and 2GB DDR3 RAM. Screen is full-HD. Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth are supported. The unit is quoted at $125 per set. MOQ is 1,000 sets.
Company: C-Star Industrial Ltd
C-Star offers the CS-A519 model, a Bluetooth game controller that works with and holds Android smartphones. Price is $5.70 to $5.80 for an MOQ of 3,000 units.
Company: Brava Technology Co. Ltd
The A401-Black model from Brava comes in a compact size with a 4in screen. Being compact, it is easy to grasp and does not stress the hands in long hours of gaming. The unit goes for $28.90 to $34.90 for an MOQ of 5,000 units.
Company: UC Electromechanical Technology Co. Ltd
UC offers the DCC12025 model, a 120x25mm centrifugal fan that withstands high pressure. For an MOQ of 1,000 units, the price is $9.
Company: Anji Partner Furniture Co. Ltd
Anji Partner’s model BASHAR-1 gaming chair has a big iron frame and adjustable 4D armrests for better support and comfort.
Company: Shenzhen Takdir Intelligent Electric Appliance Co. Ltd
The model X620 vacuum cleaner has suction, sweeping and auto-recharging functions. It works with an app. Price is $88 to $95 per carton.
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