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Published on September 30th, 2024 | by Andrew Bistak

RAZERCON 2024 IGNITES THE GAMING WORLD, SETTING NEW STANDARDS IN GAMING IMMERSION AND INNOVATION

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, marked another milestone in immersive gaming today at RazerCon 2024. Hosted by CEO Min-Liang Tan, this year’s event introduced a suite of transformative products equipped with Razer Sensa HD Haptics, a new laptop cooling accessory, and announced the highly anticipated release of Razer Synapse 4, reaffirming Razer’s leadership in pushing the boundaries of gaming technology and immersion.

In keeping with Razer’s commitment to sustainability, RazerCon 2024 was once again a carbon neutral livestream, powered by renewable energy. Key updates to Razer’s #GoGreenWithRazer Sustainability Roadmap were also unveiled. This includes the reduction of the brand’s Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 86% as part of its commitment with Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) and 65% of all products shipped by Razer will comprise recycled materials. In addition, Razer has also officially joined the Playing for the Planet Alliance. The initiative is facilitated with the support of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Together with gaming companies worldwide, Razer pledges to address global environmental challenges through creativity and technology. Fans can relive the entire event on Razer.com.

At RazerCon 2024, the global gaming community received exclusive previews of new and upcoming Razer product launches including: Razer Freyja – the World’s First HD Haptic Gaming Cushion, the much-anticipated Razer Kraken V4 Pro, the new Razer Laptop Cooling Pad, a feature update bringing ThunderBolt Share to Razer Blade 18 (2024), the full release of Razer Synapse 4, and a tease of a new special project coming up in 2025 to mark Razer’s 20th anniversary.

For more details on the products announced during RazerCon 2024, please read on below.

Introducing the Razer Freyja – The World’s First HD Haptic Gaming Cushion.

Powered by Razer Sensa HD Haptics, the Razer Freyja introduces a groundbreaking level of gaming immersion as the world’s first HD Haptic gaming cushion. This innovative device brings dynamic tactile sensations to life, transforming every gaming session. From intense explosions of battlefields to the subtle vibrations of a heartbeat racing during a stealth mission, the Razer Freyja allows gamers to experience a full range of sensory feedback.

Feel the direction, distance, and intensity of in-game actions through multi-directional haptics powered by six advanced haptic motor actuators. Whether navigating through bullets, steering across racetracks, or experiencing environmental effects like storms or earthquakes, the Razer Freyja offers a full-body sensory experience that pulls players directly into the heart of the action.

Beyond gaming, the versatility of Razer Freyja extends to enhancing the experience of watching movies or listening to music with immersive haptic feedback. With multiple connectivity options including Razer HyperSpeed Wireless and Bluetooth, users enjoy effortless interaction across PC and across Android devices via the Razer Nexus app. The quick-release connection feature ensures tidy cable management & prevents any snags on the wire, while the adjustable strap ensures a secure fit for most gaming or office chairs. Gamers can personalize their tactile feedback through Razer Synapse 4, where intensity levels can be adjusted, or choose from immersive haptic presets.

Razer Freyja
$549.95 AUD
Available 29 September 2024 – at Razer.com, RazerStores & Authorised Resellers.
For more information on the Razer Freyja, please visit Razer.com.

Razer Kraken V4 Pro – Full Immersion. Full Control.

Experience the next generation of immersion with the Razer Kraken V4 Pro, the latest and most advanced addition to the Kraken V4 line. This wireless battlestation headset is powered by Razer Sensa HD Haptics and Razer Chroma RGB and features an OLED Control Hub for unmatched command and versatility for the ultimate immersive gaming experience.

The Kraken V4 Pro completes the line alongside the Kraken V4 and Kraken V4 X, and transforms gaming with its immersive capabilities. With Sensa HD Haptics technology integrated directly into major titles including “Hogwarts Legacy”, “Stalker 2”, “Final Fantasy 16”, and the eagerly anticipated “Silent Hill 2,” players can expect a sensory experience that blurs the lines between in-game action and reality, feeling everything from the whizz of bullets to the subtle vibrations of distant thunderstorms.

The headset’s new OLED Control Hub allows for extensive customization, displaying critical PC metrics, managing audio sources, and tweaking settings on-the-fly. Featuring a design inspired by high-end audio equipment, it makes for a great centerpiece addition – giving comprehensive control over the gaming audio environment right at gamers fingertips.

The Kraken V4 Pro is Razer’s first gaming headset to offer four modes of connectivity—Razer HyperSpeed Wireless, Bluetooth, USB, and 3.5 mm. Ensuring that whether gamers are playing on PC, console, or mobile, the Kraken V4 Pro delivers seamless audio immersion. Its versatile design supports instant source input switching, allowing players to effortlessly toggle between devices such as PC and PlayStation without interruption. Unique to the Kraken V4 Pro, and another first for Razer gaming headsets, is the ability to mix audio from both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth sources simultaneously, providing a rich, layered audio experience.

Equipped with the Razer HyperClear Super Wideband Mic—also found in our award-winning BlackShark V2 Pro—this retractable microphone covers a broader frequency range to deliver high-definition, pro-level voice clarity.

The Razer Kraken V4 Pro is engineered with patented Razer TriForce Bio-Cellulose 40 mm Drivers and THX Spatial Audio, which together produce a natural, high-end sound and realistic positional audio. This sophisticated sound system enriches every gaming moment with crystal clarity and deep, resonating bass.

Razer Kraken V4 Pro

$649.95 AUD
Available 29 September 2024 – at Razer.com, RazerStores & Authorized Resellers.
For more information on the Razer Kraken V4 Pro, please visit Razer.com.

Razer Laptop Cooling Pad – Adaptive Smart Cooling.

Stay cool during intense gaming sessions with the Razer Laptop Cooling Pad. The ultimate intelligent cooling solution for 14” to 18” laptops. Featuring smart fan control, an airtight pressure chamber, and three magnetic frames to support a wide 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 will automatically adjust the fan speed based on temperature of key components for an optimal noise to performance ratio with minimal effort.

To achieve this performance the high-velocity 140 mm fan circulates cool air that is trapped within the airtight seals to be channeled throughout the system. In some cases, this high velocity air reduces CPU and GPU temperatures by as much as 18%.  Designed for wide compatibility, custom memory foam frames ensure a tight fit for Windows and fanless laptops from 14” to 18″.

The cooling pad also includes remappable multi-functions button for controlling fan speed and the Razer Chroma™ RGB lighting that adorns the front of the stand. Through Razer Synapse, users can access preset or personalized fan curves for automated cooling efficiency. To ensure long term use a dust filter is included to reduce the amount of foreign contaminants introduced as the fan cools systems over time.

Razer Laptop Cooling Pad
$219.95 AUD
Available Q4 2024 – at Razer.com, RazerStores, & Authorized Resellers.
For more information on the Razer Laptop Cooling Pad, please visit Razer.com.

Enhanced Connectivity with Intel® Thunderbolt™ Share on Razer Blade 18

In a significant update, Razer announced that Intel® Thunderbolt™ Share is now available on all Razer Blade 18 (2024) models. As the world’s first Thunderbolt™ 5 laptop, this feature allows Blade 18 users to connect two PCs and share peripherals including a keyboard, mouse, or monitor, transferring files at blazing-fast speeds up to 40gbps.

This update is now available worldwide, starting today. For more information on Thunderbolt™ Share on Razer Blade 18, please visit Razer.com.

Razer Synapse 4 – Faster, Smoother, Smarter

After nearly a year of intensive beta testing and valuable input from our dedicated community, Razer is officially rolling out the all-new Razer Synapse 4. Fine-tuned to deliver unprecedented levels of customization, performance and ease of use, Synapse 4 elevates the gaming experience to new heights.

With a remarkable 30% increase in overall processing speed compared to its predecessor, Synapse 4 allows gamers to perform popular tasks like macro creation, settings configuration and driver installation more efficiently. The brand-new multi-threaded architecture enhances system stability by compartmentalizing devices, ensuring that the installation or upgrading of one device does not disrupt the performance of others.

Synapse 4 also introduces a modernized user interface designed for simpler navigation and streamlined customization, including floating tips and centralized settings management. It is backward compatible with Synapse 3 devices and retains popular Synapse 3 features such as Razer Hypershift, which allows a single button to temporarily unlock an additional set of functions on top of existing button assignments, Rapid Trigger for effortless rapid keystrokes, and Advanced Macros for executing complex button presses with a single click.

Synapse 4 also includes features like 1 DPI Steps Adjustments for achieving pixel-perfect sensitivity with single DPI step increments, Sensitivity Matcher Calibration for accurately porting over DPI settings across Razer mice, and Enhanced Asymmetric Cut-Off, which allows gamers to adjust both mice lift-off and landing distances with greater accuracy, tailoring the setup to precise gaming preferences.

Synapse 4 also allows users to enable Razer Snap Tap, enhancing keyboard responsiveness by prioritizing the latest input between two selected keys without requiring the release of the previous key. Initially available on the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro line of analog gaming keyboards, Synapse 4 now allows fans to enable Snap Tap on more Razer keyboards and even Razer Blade gaming laptops.

For more information on the new Razer Synapse 4, please visit Razer.com/Synapse.

Celebrating Two Decades of Gaming Innovation

In 2025, Razer will be celebrating their 20th anniversary, a milestone that will be celebrated with the return of the Razer Boomslang. This iconic mouse is renowned for its groundbreaking role in the early days of gaming hardware. With its ergonomic design and advanced functionality, the Razer Boomslang was instrumental in catalyzing the development of the gaming industry. In honor of this legacy, the Razer Boomslang will return in an ultra-limited run, featuring modern state-of-the-art updates that enhance its legendary performance. More details will be shared as we approach the release in 2025. Stay tuned to Razer.com for future updates.

Fans are invited to personally experience the cutting-edge products unveiled at RazerCon 2024 at any RazerStore globally. From today onwards, an exclusive Razer Sensa HD Haptics Experience Zone will be available at all RazerStores, offering the ultimate in gaming immersion.

For locations, visit Razer.com to find the nearest RazerStore.


About the Author

When he's not trying to save the world, Andrew enjoys travel (although loathes turbulence), going to the movies, reading and being a dad to his two dogs (and now twins) with his wife.


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