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Product:
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FlexiGlow FX Game Pad |
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Price:
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$28 (CDN) / $21 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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CrazyPC
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Author:
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Hi-TEK
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Date:
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June 11th, 2004
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Rating:
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Nick from CrazyPC
for sending the FlexiGlow FX Game Pad for review.
Introduction:
Gaming applications continue to play an important role in the development of gaming accessories and
peripherals. Each and every year consumers wait for the latest software titles to be released on
console and computer based platforms. To compliment new software releases many manufacturers often
introduce new control devices, computer components, cases, and LAN gear which are targeted directly at
the gaming community. In the past year, we have witnessed the direct influence of case modification by
showcasing a wide variety of new products that balance cool aesthetics with functionality. FlexiGlow
based out of Kowloon, Hong Kong is a relatively new player to the North American market. The company
is a global supplier of PC Modding and Gaming accessories with extensive experience and expertise in a
range of areas including Injection Molding, Electronic Component Design, Electroluminescent Technology
and Industrial Design Processes. FlexiGlow has recently entered the consumer market with their first
gaming accessory marketed under the FX Game Pad brand name. Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating
the new FlexiGlow FX Game Pad; a solution that brings a new twist on mousing surfaces.
Specifications:
The FlexiGlow FX Game pad takes extreme gaming to a new level. The mouse pad has a built in multi-colour
LED light system that allows the user to select any one of seven diffrent colour combinations. Here are
some specifications taken directly from the CrazyPC and FlexiGlow websites:
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FlexiGlow FX Game Pad - Key Features:
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| FlexiGlow FX Game Pad: Manufactured by FlexiGlow |
| Outter Dimensions: 11" (W) x 9" (H) |
| Inner Pad Dimensions: 9-5/8" (W) x 7.5" (H) |
| Power: Powered by USB port |
| Cable Length: 5-1/2 feet |
| Safety Agent Approval: CE & FCC |
| Large hard surface is great for gaming or regular use |
| Eight function is automatic cycle through the seven colours |
| No inverter required. Powered directly by USB |
| Package Includes: Fx Game Pad, USB cable, extra game pad feet |
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The FlexiGlow FX Game Pad arrived in a standard double-walled corrugated box with a white CrazyPC
packaging label located on the top. The packaging inside the box was adequate with the FX Game Pad
surrounded by polystyrene peanuts.
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The FlexiGlow FX Game Pad is packaged in a durable translucent tamperproof blister casing with a colour
insert card which showcases product images as well as a list of features. Out of the packaging, my
initial impressions of the FlexiGlow FX Game Pad were very positive. The premise for this particular
product is that it provides a highly durable mousing surface and includes a multi-color LED light system.
The FlexiGlow FX Game Pad measures approximately 11" (W) x 9" (H) and will fit comfortably on any
desktop surface without taking up to much room. The product is bundled with additional mouse pad feet
and one page of instructions. The instructions are very brief and cover basic product installation,
maintenance, warranty, and information on how to switch from the different LED colour modes.
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