Razer who is know for some very fine PC gaming peripherals, namely mice and keyboards, has been slowly branching out into the software side of things with their Razer Surround, Razer Game Booster and Razer Comms applications. Each targeting a specific need for the always performance hungry PC Gamer. Today Razer updated their free voice communication software Razer Comms.
Razer Comms was recently updated after a community poll by Razer and now contains the ability to allow file transfers between users. This wasn’t the only thing Razer changed as they also beefed up their server infrastructure so users should now have less latency and improved audio quality. Of course no update would be complete without some kicking of the tires as Razer has tweaked and updated over 60 different features and settings since launch. Standouts include improved noise suppression, echo cancellation and voice volume normalization all which give you the gamer a better experience. All around this should be a great update to an already awesome priced piece of software, did we mention it’s free, can’t beat free right?
Razer is not done yet either as the poll continues so if you want to see a Live-Stream Viewer, Image-Sharing, emoticons, faster overlays, an android app or anything else you can come up with, head on over and vote. The bottom line is if you’ve tried TeamSpeak, Ventrillo or just end up using Skype for gaming with your buddies head on over and check out Razer Comms it might just become you’re new go to game night VoIP software of choice.
Source Link: http://www.razerzone.com/comms/
PRESS RELEASE
RAZER’S CROWDSOURCING APPROACH IS BACK WITH RAZER COMMS
Crowdsourced Features Include File-Transfer and Improved Audio Added to RazerComms VoIP Software
CARLSBAD, Calif.– Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware,software and systems, announced today the first update to Razer Comms, its all-in-one communications solution for gamers, based on a public user poll.
Following a large crowdsourcing initiative that drew feedback from more than 10,000 users, Razer is introducing a new file transfer feature for Comms’s burgeoning user base. At the same time, the company expanded the program’s infrastructure with high-speed servers in eight different locations across the globe to reduce latency and improved the overall audio quality for the software, upgrading noise suppression, echo cancellation and voice volume normalization.
“We started working on RazerComms in 2011 as a10 percent side project of sorts, mostly during lunch breaks, for our own personal gaming use,” said Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. “Razer Comms now has a dedicated team of experienced software engineers at its helm. The number of patches and feature additions that we’ve implemented according to gamer feedback speak to this software’s relevance. It is definitely here to stay… and evolve.”
With more than 250,000 downloads, Razer Comms has quickly become a choice VoIP software for gamers thanks to its crystal-clearvoice audio and its gaming-optimized, non-intrusive overlay.
Razer’ssoftware engineers have worked at a breakneck pace, receiving more than 20,000 feedback tickets in four months for Comms and deliveringmore than 60 requested features and functionalities across six patches.
Crowdsourcing new features is still ongoing with Razer Comms. For information on how to submit feedback on improvements to Razer’s VoIP software, go here: www.razerzone.com/comms/.
For more information on Razer Comms and the growth of Razer’s software offerings, check out the infographic here: www.razerzone.com/comms/infochart/.
About Razer Comms
Razer Comms is a free all-in-one communications solution for gamers, offering crystal-clear VoIP and versatile instant messaging with group chat capabilities. Built with advanced in-game overlay functionality and cross-game chat support, Razer Comms allows you toget in touch with your friends without compromising your gameplay.This is how gamers were meant to communicate.
Price: Free to download
Availability:
English – Now
Spanish – Q3
Simplified Chinese – Q3
French – Q3
German – Q3
Product features:
· Crystal clear VoIP Comms
· In-game UI overlay displaying chat and incoming VoIP
· Channels easily created and managed for real-time discussions
· Push-to-Talk functionality for fast and effective communication
· Game Launcher for quick game access at startup
· Server-based infrastructure prevents exposure of personal IP address
System Requirements:
· 1.7 GHz Processor,
· 512 MB Ram,
· DirectX 9 level Graphics card,
· Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
· Internet Connection
For more information about Razer Comms, please visit www.razerzone.com/comms.
About Razer:
Razer™ is the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems. Founded in 1998, with its headquarters in Carlsbad, California, the company has offices in nine cities around the globe. Used by the most demanding professional gamers who compete in global tournaments, Razer provides gamers with the unfair advantage of cutting-edge technology and award-winning design. We live by our motto: For Gamers. By Gamers.™
For more information, please visit http://www.razerzone.com/.
Razer – For Gamers. By Gamers.™
