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GameSir Super Nova multi-platform controller Review

Super indeed?

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The GameSir Super Nova is a bit of a puzzling follow up to the GameSir Cyclone 2. The two controllers share similar form factors and features. Both, though, are excellent choices for multiplatform gamers. 

The two feel like better iterations of the Xbox controller. While having a mostly similar button layout and overall footprint, there are sov  key differences. 

The middle layout for function buttons differ between the two. Where the Cyclone 2 has a pressable GameSir logo which functions much like the Xbox button along with Options and Power buttons, the Super Nova, instead has four smaller buttons which typically function the same. 

This is just a minor nitpick, but I prefer the layout on the Cyclone 2 more. I found myself doing trial and error presses more times than I care to admit on the Super Nova when I used it while playing the preview of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

But that’s about my only nitpick. Everywhere else, the Super Nova is, well… Super. 

Super, indeed

The GameSir Super Nova has everything you could want from a modern, competitively-priced, multi-platform controller. 

First of all, the build quality is as good as ever. I wouldn’t exactly call it premium but it certainly feels just right or even slightly better than its price suggests.

The textured hand grip makes it a joy to use and hold and the removable faceplate and swappable face buttons are nice touches for customizations. 

Full effect, Hall Effect

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GameSir’s own implementation of the Hall Effect feature both on the thumb sticks and the Trigger Buttons are fantastic. 

The thumb sticks don’t feel at all like they’re going to drift. The Triggers, like on the Cyclone 2, do feel a little more hollow than the DualSense triggers which is what I am most used to. I always find myself needing to press further on GameSir’s triggers than on the DualSense. This isn’t a bad thing, just a matter of difference and getting used to. 

What the Super Nova has though is a quick toggle on the triggers to for longer or shorter trigger travels. The shorter travel is perfect for shooter games that require quick triggers. This is a feature that is more often typically found on pro-grade and pro-priced controllers. So, it is very much welcome here on the Super Nova.

 Tri-connect 

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Bluetooth, dongle, and wired. Those are the three ways you can connect the GameSir Super Nova to your choice of gaming platform and device.  

They all generally work well. The only issue I had during my time with it was that it the GameSir Super Nova didn’t seem to change modes as smoothly as the previous GameSir controllers we reviewed. 

I usually prefer the dongle connection over direct bluetooth on PC because normally it works faster. And while it also did work fast, I had trouble switching the controller from being recognized as a DualShock 4 controller on Steam vs a generic ABXY controller. 

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Typically, to change this, one only needs to press the M button along with one of the face buttons. This just didn’t work right away for me when using the dongle connection. That’s why I opted to go direct bluetooth. 

It was a bit of an inconvenience but nothing deal breaking. And I’m chalking this up as an isolated issue considering my generally excellent experience with GameSir controllers. 

Overall gameplay

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Once I got it working the way I liked, everything was pretty much a breeze. 

I spent most of my time with the controller playing three games: Expedition 33 as mentioned earlier as well as Ninja Gaiden 2 Black and my ever-reliable Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered. 

Input was great and any missed-timed parries that I experienced I can confidently attribute to a personal skill issue. 

The weight, grip, and general button layou felt fantastic and I played for hours on end. 

I did have a little bit of trouble with the Pause and Options buttons but that’s more my general unfamiliarity with how the controller responds to inputs on Steam. Nothing a few more hours of gaming can’t fix. 

Battery life and charging

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One thing I was never sure of was if I ever exhausted the battery of the GameSir SuperNova. Since the package we got came with the Charging Station, I normally just docked it after every play session.

My play sessions aren’t very long. During my time using the Super Nova, work was pretty busy. The longest play session I had was probably somewhere between three to four hours. 

I’m pretty confident the Super Nova was nowhere near in the red in terms of battery life. I just couldn’t tell right away since it was connected via a gaming laptop.

Is the GameSir Super Nova your GadgetMatch?

The GameSir Super Nova is, once again, an overall fantastic offering from the company. They truly have developed a winning formula when it comes to making multi-platform controllers that perform well at an approachable price.

That said, I’m only giving the Super Nova a Swipe Right. My generally clunky experience with pairing and changing modes prevented it from being a Super Swipe. However, it’s still a multi-platform controller I can strongly recommend to anyone.

I’m a little bit on the fence now on which controller to use with for my PC Gaming – the Cyclone 2 or the Super Nova – and that’s why I thought this release was a little puzzling. That said, if you want more customization and an easier way to controll the give on triggers, the Super Nova is the way to go. 

The GameSir Super Nova retails for USD 49.99. PHP 3,000/ GBP 49.99.

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We almost forgot to mention, you can change its faceplates. There are available faceplates for purchase to match your vibe.

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70mai launches the A900 series with 4K front, rear recording

Two new 4K dual-channel dash cams, both with 4G

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70mai has launched the A900 Series, led by the flagship 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 Ultra, with the 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 joining it in the lineup.

Both models record in 4K from the front and rear cameras, and both support 4G, so your footage stays reachable from your phone even when you’re away from the car.

4K recording from both cameras

The A900 Ultra uses dual Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 sensors to capture clear 4K footage from both directions. As a result, details like license plates and road signs remain sharp.

Smart HDR balances bright and dark areas under shifting light. Users can also adjust color tones and contrast. To keep feeds synced, the rear camera uses LVDS digital transmission. This tech sends a lossless 4K feed with just 20ms of latency.

Handling changing light

Driving into a tunnel or under the shadow of a tall building changes the lighting quickly, and 70mai built three imaging technologies into the A900 Ultra to deal with it.

MaiColor Vivid+ Solution 2.0 is meant to give more natural colors and finer detail, along with smarter scene adaptation. Night Owl Vision 2.0 reduces noise and glare to help with nighttime clarity.

Lumi Vision is made for parking surveillance in near-total darkness, where it automatically adjusts exposure and gain and applies noise reduction. 70mai says this produces clear, full-color footage in extremely low light.

Parking mode and remote access

Smart Parking Guardian Mode 2.0 protects your vehicle while parked. It combines AI motion detection, dual-channel collision detection with pre-recording, and time-lapse options.

The system draws just 5mA on standby to prevent battery drain. For extended coverage, the optional 70mai Battery Pack Mini powers surveillance for up to 30 days.

In photo: A900

Pairing the camera with the 4G Hardwire Kit unlocks 70mai 4G Cloud+ 2.0 features on the app. Enhanced Buffered Emergency Recording saves up to 190 seconds before an incident and 30 seconds after.

It automatically uploads this footage to the cloud for immediate remote viewing.

The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900

In photo: A900

The A900 sits alongside the Ultra as the more accessible option. It records True 4K HDR at 30FPS from both the front and rear cameras, and Smart HDR can be scheduled to turn on at set times.

Its f/1.55 aperture is meant to help in low light, and 4G Cloud+ 2.0 keeps the dash cam connected to the 70mai App. It’s the model for drivers who want dual-channel recording and 4G connectivity at a lower price.


The 70mai Dash Cam 4K A900 Ultra retails for US$ 300, available for pre-order at US$ 240. Meanwhile, the A900 is priced at US$ 200, currently 20% off at US$ 170.

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Manila turns up the volume at COVE

Sony Philippines launched its ULT TOWER lineup at Beyond the Beat, with SB19 joining the ULT Squad.

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Sound and style shared the floor at COVE Manila in Okada Manila. Sony Philippines opened its doors for Beyond the Beat: The Next-Level ULT POWER SOUND Experience.

The event marked the company’s biggest ULT POWER SOUND launch in the country, and Sony paced the program like an exclusive night out.

Stacked ULT Towers filled the space. Guests styled themselves with designer pieces from Alser Lumawag, and SB19 closed the evening as the newest Sony ULT Squad members.

MySony members from every tier joined industry guests while the new ULT TOWER lineup set the tempo.

The towers take center stage

Shuhei Sugihara, Sony Philippines’ President and Managing Director, opened the program.

Product Marketing Specialist Keira Ambubuyog then introduced the newest additions to the lineup.

Arbie Bandiling of Personal Audio Systems unveiled the latest ULT Squad video. The clip introduced the artists and personalities fronting the campaign.

The lineup features the ULT TOWER 5, ULT TOWER 7, and ULT TOWER MAX. The new series pairs large circular woofers and high-capacity cabinets with ULT DUCT technology.

This design delivers stronger low-frequency bass than earlier models. The ULT TOWER MAX leads the series, described as Sony’s most powerful bass speaker yet.

On another note, Sony pitches the ULT TOWER 7 as stage-worthy sound in a portable frame. Meanwhile, the compact ULT TOWER 5 targets smaller gatherings and features karaoke and DJ capabilities.

Experiential zones bring the sound to life

Guests explored the lineup across several interactive event zones. Step into the Beat paired an arcade-inspired setup with stacked ULT Towers and a dance pad. ULT Selfie Club handled photo ops.

Nearby, ULT Cover Star let guests style ULT Field speakers alongside designer pieces from Alser Lumawag. Here, the speakers served as chic fashion accessories.

The Bass District gave VIPs and influencers a private, nightlife-inspired lounge. Karaoke Lounges invited everyone else to grab a mic and test the party-ready towers firsthand.

The ULT Squad shows up

Fashion influencer and ULT Squad member Angelique Manto-Guison hosted the night.

A-Team opened the show with a high-energy routine before Carlos Serrano III took the stage. David Guison and Jacqueline Jala walked the stage with ULT Models in elevated fashion, and Jeremy G followed with a dynamic musical performance.

KAIA brought a youthful pop sound, while Maki delivered a set in his signature style.

SB19 closed the night, making their debut as the newest Sony ULT Squad members. Sony pairs its sound technology with the group’s influence in Filipino music. This collaboration positions the Squad as a platform for artists shaping contemporary music culture.


The ULT TOWER MAX, ULT TOWER 7, and ULT TOWER 5 are now available at Sony Centres and authorized dealers nationwide.

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Jackery Explorer 300D: Power and portability in one

Uninterrupted workflows for digital nomads, freelance creatives, more

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For digital nomads, freelance creatives, and even work-from-home professionals, staying productive on the move means carrying around multiple gadgets, cords, adapters, and power banks to survive the day.

Having to carry such weight, quite literally, is vital for maintaining workflow continuity.

For a more seamless experience and to have just one extra portable device to power all working parts, there’s the Jackery Explorer 300D.

Launched just last month, this grab-and-go offering from Jackery is designed for the modern lifestyle.

It moves away from Jackery’s traditional aesthetic with a sleek, speaker-like form factor. It weighs just 2.5 kilograms and is 64% smaller than standard 300W units in the market.

This ultra-compact size was made possible by a smart engineering choice of swapping bulky traditional AC wall outlets for highly efficient DC-only and USB-C ports —  which also helps eliminate idle power loss.

With a 288Wh capacity, the Jackery Explorer 300D holds enough juice for up to nine power banks.

It can keep a Type-C fast-charging laptop for up to three to four full cycles, a Wi-Fi router alive for hours, and recharge cameras or drone batteries up to five times for a lengthy production day.

For smaller gadgets like smartphones and portable fans, the power station can juice them up for up to 22 times.

It can even charge five devices simultaneously with a total of three USB-C ports, a USB-A port, and a DC 12V car charger port.

All these ensure users are never disconnected, wherever they may set up their mobile office.

Another brilliant touch is the two-in-one shoulder strap that easily unclips to double as a heavy-duty 140W USB-C charging cable.

The everyday carry is available via Lazada and Shopee, and at the official Jackery kiosk in SM Fairview, as well as other partner stores.

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