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GameSir Tarantula Pro Unboxing & Hands-On

DualShock-like, but more feature-packed

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We thought we were over GameSir controllers for a while. But then they reached out about the GameSir Tarantula Pro. Not only does it come with an acrylic charging stand, it’s also the first one that has a symmetrical thumbstick layout reminiscent of PlayStation controllers. It was definitely up my alley. 

While it’s not really compatible with the PlayStation, having that layout and overall feel helped bring some familiarity to the other platforms it’s compatible with. These are PC/Steam, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android. During our time with it, we mostly played on PC.

But first, a quick unboxing

 

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It’s a pretty standard set package from GameSir. With the Tarantula Pro you’re getting the controller, the acrylic charging stand, a UBS-C dongle, cable, plus the usual documentation and stickers. 

Feature-packed

 

The GameSir Tarantula Pro features tri-mode connectivity. Users can connect the peripheral via Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and the old-fashioned wired option. These choices make it seamless switching between devices for a hassle-free gaming experience.

Immediately noticeable on the controller though, are multiple extra buttons in front. All nine of these buttons, aligned like its spider-species namesake, provide pro-level control and a personalized gaming style. These can be remapped at any time depending on your preferences. 

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Even the RGB Home indicator, light strip, and face buttons’ lighting effects can be customized, including saturation, animation speed, and color.

Again, another standard inclusion in GameSir products, you get a couple more back buttons that can likewise be remapped. More than that, they can also be disabled preventing accidental inputs. 

For even more customization, use the GameSir Connect app. There’s adjustments to stick and trigger dead zones, vibration intensity, and more. You can also download firmware updates from the app.

And the really cool part, you can simply hold a key combo and the face button gear mechanism can rotate to change the layout between Switch or Xbox.

 

 

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Performance and feel

As mentioned earlier, the overall layout and hand-feel of the GameSir Tarantula Pro is reminiscent of PlayStation controllers. More specifically, it feels a lot like the DualShock controllers. 

The rumble on this thing gets pretty intense. Equipped with HD Rumble technology, you’ll definitely feel the haptic feedback no matter what game you’re playing. We played some Marvel’s Spider-Man, Final Fantasy XIII, and the game we played most with it – Marvel vs Capcom 2 through the recently released Marvel vs Capcom: Fighting Collection. 

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In fact, the shakes are even stronger and more frequent than what we’re used to playing the same games but with a different controller. 

The thumb sticks are as good as ever. Like most of GameSir’s new releases, these are Hall Effect and now consume less power. They say it’s for a higher and more stable polling rate.

The triggers also have what’s called a Hair Trigger Mode, perfect for first-person shooter (FPS) titles. If these aren’t the games you’re playing, they can be easily switched to the default. 

We did have some minor issues with the trigger and shoulder buttons in Marvel’s Spider-Man as it didn’t seem to bite quite as effectively especially during swinging. It took a while to get used to, but that’s most likely because of the excellent adaptive trigger implementation on the PlayStation where the game was first launched. 

For Switch users, the built-in 6-axis gyroscope also supports motion control for even more intuitive gameplay. The Tarantula Pro’s NFC functionality also works seamlessly with the console.

GameSir Tarantula Pro: Multi-platform maven

The GameSir Tarantula Pro is another excellent addition to GameSir’s portfolio of controllers. Their lineup includes controllers for mobile, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox, and PC – and the Tarantula Pro combines all of that in an ultra-customizable package. 

GameSir also incorporated with it many of the tech that you’d want from a modern controller. These include Hall Effect sticks, intense HD Rumble, clever Hair Trigger, and the extremely cool mechanical face button layout change. 

And now that they’ve dabbled in a more PlayStation-like controller, hopefully they’re able to partner with the brand in the future for a “Pro” DualSense-like controller. 

Pricing and availability 

The GameSir Tarantula Pro retails for PhP 4,700/ USD 79.99/ GBP 55. That’s the version that comes with the acrylic charging stand. If you’re buying from the official website, use the code 10Tarantula at checkout for a discount. Discount code validity varies per country.

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Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features

Better Android lens support

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Insta360 Flow 2 update improves Android support, adds new iOS features
Excerpt: Better Android lens support

Insta360 has released a major spring update for its Flow 2 series handheld gimbals, bringing wider Android compatibility and new features for iPhone users.

The update focuses on improving how the Flow 2 and Flow 2 Pro work across different devices. It expands support for flagship Android phones while adding new shooting tools for iOS, making hands-free, stabilized video easier to capture without extra gear.

Android finally gets full lens access

One of the biggest changes is native multi-lens support on Android. When paired with the Insta360 app, the Flow 2 series can now access ultra-wide and telephoto lenses on supported devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, vivo, OPPO, and more.

This means users can shoot at full resolution using their phone’s native cameras, whether capturing wide landscapes or zoomed-in details. The update brings Android performance closer to what iPhone users have been getting, especially in more dynamic shooting scenarios like concerts, sports, and vlogging.

The improved lens access also works with features like Widescreen Mode, helping users create smoother, more cinematic footage with better framing flexibility.

Faster 360 panoramas for quick sharing

The Flow 2 series continues to stand out with its ability to capture full 360-degree panoramas. With the new 360 Panorama 2.0, stitching is now 50% faster, producing results in about 20 seconds.

Users can capture everything in one go, then choose their preferred framing afterward. The feature also supports interactive sharing via links, letting viewers pan and explore the image on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Creative templates such as Tiny Planet are also available for quick edits, making it easier to turn panoramic shots into shareable content.

Dual View adds more angles in one take

Dual View Mode introduces multi-angle recording without the need for additional cameras. It allows simultaneous recording using the front and rear cameras, or even dual rear lenses, producing three clips in a single take.

This is useful for creators who want to capture reactions alongside the main shot or experiment with different focal lengths at once. Combined with AI tracking, the feature keeps subjects centered while adding more variety to footage.

Apple Watch control for hands-free shooting

For iPhone users, the update adds Apple Watch control, turning the watch into a remote for the gimbal.

Users can start or stop recording, adjust settings, switch modes, and even control zoom using the Digital Crown. This allows for better control during solo shoots, especially when the phone is mounted on the gimbal at a distance.

Smarter tracking and remote control tools

The update also improves several AI-powered features across the Flow 2 series.

AI Tracker now works across more Android apps, enabling subject tracking during video calls, livestreams, or hands-free recording. Multi-person tracking keeps groups in frame, while Active Zoom Tracking allows up to 15x zoom while maintaining focus on moving subjects.

There’s also a new smartphone remote control feature, which lets users operate the gimbal using a second phone. This adds flexibility for more complex shooting setups without interrupting the shot.

Availability

The update is available now through the Insta360 app and the official website. Compatibility may vary depending on the smartphone model.

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Jabra launches PanaCast Room Kit for simpler hybrid meetings

The function room setup that doesn’t need an IT guy

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Jabra is expanding its hybrid work ecosystem with the new PanaCast Room Kit.

It’s a video conferencing solution built for meeting rooms. But it skips the usual complexity. No tangled cables, no custom programming, and no need for IT on standby.

The kit is designed for teams of three to 15 people. Setup takes minutes: Connect the cameras, place the speakers and microphones, and link everything with a single cable.

That’s it. A standard room becomes a smart collaboration space without the usual friction.

Built for inclusive meetings

At the center of the experience is the PanaCast 55 VBS.

It uses a 180-degree multi-camera system powered by onboard AI. Jabra’s Virtual Director technology tracks speakers and reframes the view in real time.

Everyone stays visible. Even those seated at the far end of the table.

The goal is simple. Make remote participants feel like they’re in the room.

Audio keeps up with that promise. The PanaCast SpeakerMic extends coverage up to 11 meters. Every voice comes through clearly and at a consistent volume. No need to raise your voice just to be heard.

No-fuss by design

The system adds a Huddly L1 camera for a secondary angle. This gives meetings a more complete and inclusive view.

There’s also the Jabra Control IP touch controller. It handles meetings with simple, one-touch controls.

Everything works together with minimal input. No manual pan-tilt-zoom adjustments. No audio balancing. The AI handles it.

Enterprise-ready, plug-and-play simple

The PanaCast Room Kit is fully UC-certified. It works with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet.

It also runs on the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP), bringing enterprise-grade security and reliability.

The idea is straightforward. High-end meeting tech shouldn’t be hard to use.

From small huddle spaces to larger boardrooms, the kit scales without added complexity. It removes the usual barriers to hybrid collaboration.

Whether it’s a quick team sync or a full boardroom discussion, the PanaCast Room Kit aims to give everyone a front-row seat.

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Sony announces open-back INZONE H6 Air

Deeper and tighter bass, more immersive gaming soundscape

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Gamers are set to get another immersive headphones from Sony with the launch of the INZONE H6 Air.

This latest offering features an open-back acoustic structure and custom drivers for deep and tight bass, thanks to back ducts integrated into the drivers.

The open-back structure also helps with a realistic immersive sound field, making gamers feel they are in the game space.

This design minimizes internal reflections by leaving the housing unobstructed. The result is accurate sound field reproduction exactly as game creators intended.

The Sony INZONE H6 Air also features precision-tuned driver units engineered with the same technology as Sony’s renowned MDR-MV1 open-back studio monitor headsets. It is specially adapted for this particular wearable.

Back ducts integrated into the driver unit help deliver deep and controlled bass reproduction, while maintaining clear separation of mids and lows. This detail is helpful especially for titles where rich sound detail matters.

Crafted with premium aluminum, the INZONE H6 Air is also one of Sony’s lightest gaming headsets at just 199 grams. The headset uses the same spring hinge headband design seen on the INZONE H9 II.

Furthermore, the headset features an “RPG/Adventure” equalizer profile as it is developed with sound engineers from PlayStation Studios.

This specific profile is optimized for RPG and adventure titles, recreating the acoustic experience of a sound studio and delivering an immersive listening experience.

An additional cardioid boom mic focuses on voice angled towards the user’s mouth, eliminating unnecessary side noise.

Fnatic Edition devices, INZONE Buds Glass Purple

In addition to the Sony INZONE H6 Air, Sony has launched the Fnatic Editions of the INZONE Mouse-A, INZONE Mat-F, and INZONE Mat-D.

This next step in the collaboration between Sony and Fnatic makes the professional esports club even more present in fans’ daily gaming experience.

Rounding out the new releases is the INZONE Buds in Glass Purple colorway. This joins the previous black and white options, giving owners plenty of choices to suit their styles.

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