Feature Articles
Discover in-depth feature articles and opinions on the latest tech trends. Perfect for a laid-back read, these pieces are both engaging and insightful.
Unlocking Gaming Excellence: How to Optimise Popular PC Hardware
With more incredible games being released each year, many of us are left looking for new ways to get the most out of our hardware, especially if this means we don’t have to spend money on a costly upgrade. In this blog post, we’re showcasing how you can optimise your PC specification to achieve AAA performance in all the latest popular titles. We’ll be highlighting the most popular tech based on select hardware surveys, along with detailing tricks you can make to this hardware to…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Nerdcore Incorporated
Glorious Model O Gaming MouseRefract Gaming Celeste Pre-Built PCDucky x Fallout 3XL Mouse Matnoblechairs Special Editions Nerd Vibes Take the nerdy vibes to the max and adorn your office space with Pokémon, Fallout, and more. Paired with a high-performance gaming PC, you can enjoy all your nerdy faves in all their glory. The Refract Gaming Celeste is a pre-built computer, featuring cherry-picked hardware for the best 1440p experience. Harnessing the power of an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 CPU, you…
Guest Review: Shockbyte Servers
Tired of peer to peer hosting or chugging along with your RAM being syphoned to run a Minecraft server? Shockbyte has the tools to quickly and easily host a server and get you and your friends online. We got our hands on a copy of Shockbyte to review their brand-new Control Panel feature. Keep on reading to see what we thought! OcUK Computer Technician and Support Assistant Liam Bould reviewed Shockbyte on his Ryzen based gaming PC. CPUAMD Ryzen 1800XGPUNVIDIA RTX 3070 (Inno3D)RAM16GB Corsair Vengeance…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Pastel Office
Phillips Evnia 34'' 34M2C8600 Curved Ultrawide MonitorDucky One 3 Gossamer USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - PinkGlorious Model O Odin USB RGB Gaming Mouse - PinkLian Li O11 Dynamic Snow Mini PC CaseLian Li Galahad II Trinity AiO 240mm RGB CPU CoolerCorsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 RAM Pastel Haven Your gaming and office set-up needs to perfectly meet both your requirements and aesthetic. Blending white hardware with a mix of other light colours and RGB touches is the perfect way to create your very…
Multiplayer Magic: How Gaming Forges Lifelong Friendships
No matter if you enjoy playing the latest AAA title, casual life sims, or even a board game based on a top selling PC game, gaming brings people together. Whilst it’s a great way to wash away the stress of your day-to-day by escaping into a virtual world, gaming is not just about escapism. It builds the foundations to lifelong friendships and offers players a sense of community that they might lack elsewhere in the real-world. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Digital Nomad
Elgato USB 15 Key Customisable Stream Deck V2noblechairs ICON Gaming Chair - Black Portable Perfection At a glance, my setup combines the use of a 27” 4K widescreen monitor and small form factor PC, with an array of portable hardware including Apple M1 MacBook Air, Apple iPad Pro 11” and two of what I believe are the best Logitech peripherals ever made. In addition to this, I have of course added a sprinkling of RGB lighting for good measure, producing a setup that not only…
DOOM Gaming Room Set Up
noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair DOOM EditionDucky x DOOM SF Gaming KeyboardOcUK Mega Mat XXL Gaming SurfaceBenQ 32" PD3205U IPS 4K Gaming Monitor Rip and Tear Take on the hordes of hell in comfort, from the noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair DOOM Edition. This large gaming chair has integrated, adjustable lumbar support, 4D armrests, and a lockable tilt rocking mechanism, enabling you to configure the superior ergonomic features to meet your needs. What’s more, the officially licenced DOOM design will make a fine centrepiece in your gaming…
Classified France ‘44 Turn Based Strategy Preview
An historical take on turn-based tactic video games, Classified: France ‘44 provides you with a realistic take on Inglorious Basterds to complete missions and help prepare for D-Day, minus Brad Pitt and Christoph Waltz. Update 05/03/24 Classified France ‘44 has finally launched! Last year, we got the chance to preview the turn-based strategy set in World War 2 and fell in love with its unique gameplay and exciting missions. You can check out our full preview below and grab Classified France ‘44 on Steam. From…
Starfield Gaming Room Set Up
noblechairs LEGEND Gaming Chair Starfield EditionCustom Starfield Gaming PCDucky One 3 Mist Gaming KeyboardEndgame Gear OP1 Frost White Gaming Mouse BenQ 32" PD3205U IPS 4K Gaming Monitor Take the Captain’s Seat Explore the far reaches of space in comfort, with this Starfield inspired office set up. Your captain’s seat is the noblechairs LEGEND Gaming Chair Starfield Edition, upholstered in black PU and white high-tech vinyl leathers. Adorned with star maps and Starfield branding, this is a stunning centrepiece to any gaming set-up. Plus, the enhanced…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Retro Gaming Office
AORUS 32" FI32U 4K MonitorsEdifier G2000 2.0 Bluetooth Gaming SpeakersCorsair M55 RGB PRO Ambidextrous Gaming MouseGlorious GMMK 2 96% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Old School Gaming Style Your office is the perfect setting for knuckling down to work, as well as being an amazing gaming battle station. Customise your setup to meet your individual needs, make your workspace work for you. A laptop provides you with a powerful yet flexible solution for all your gaming and work needs. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 features an Intel…
The Silent Saboteur: Unravelling the Detrimental Impact of Vaping on PCs
Vaping has become increasingly popular as a way to help you quit smoking. Whilst we all relax as we enjoy some late-night gaming or streaming, you might be tempted to vape near your PC. Vaping can have hidden, largely unknown, effects on the performance of your gaming PC and your health in the long-term. We’re taking a closer look at the hidden impacts that vaping can have on our PCs to determine whether it's safe to do so around your computer. What is Vaping? Vaping…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Vintage Office
ASUS TUF GAMING A15 Gaming LaptopASUS TUF Gaming H3 7.1 Gaming Headset Gun MetalASUS ROG Strix Flare II Animate USB RGB Mechnical Gaming Keyboard NX Red PBT 90MP02E6-BKEA01iiyama 27” G-Master G2770HSU-B1 Gaming Monitor Old Fashioned Style Marry a vintage look with modern amenities, for a super stylish office space that works for you. Let the furniture do the heavy lifting on the aesthetics, leaving you free to optimise your work and play on the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 Laptop. With Zen 4 architecture, eight cores,…