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  1. USING ASTRO GEAR WITH THE PS VITA & ASTRO WALLPAPERS

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    February 24th, 2012

    ASTRO Instructional for the impending zombie apocalypse

    Posted by: in San Francisco, CA under Media · 0 Comments

    So maybe you braved the long lines and dealt with the pre-orders at your local BestBuy or Gamestop to pick up what looks to be the hottest new hand-held game console this year, the PS Vita. We have one in the office, and it’s truly an amazing device. The clarity and contrast on the display, along with the multiple control schemes from the dual shock controls, to the touchpad back and front panels make for a very interesting gaming platform.

    There have also been some questions about if we’re making some gear that will work with the PS Vita. We have that covered as well, as all of our headset gear already works great with the Vita! All of our headsets can plug into the Vita’s 3.5mm jack, and when using the same 4-pole QD cable, it allows you to use your mic with the Vita for games, chat, and whatever other future apps Sony comes up with (Skype would be a good bet with their 3G service).

    Lastly, we want to hook you up with some of our ASTRO Wallpaper designs formatted for the PS Vita! Cause you know it’ll make those other guys jealous when you pull out your Vita with a nice pull away ASTRO banner. ;)

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    So maybe you braved the long lines and dealt with the pre-orders at your local BestBuy or Gamestop to pick up what looks to be the hottest new hand-held game console this year, the PS Vita. We have one in the office, and it’s truly an amazing device. The clarity and contrast on the display, along with the multiple control schemes from the dual shock controls, to the touchpad back and front panels make for a very interesting gaming platform. I honestly can’t wait for some better games to show off the full use of the Vita.

    There have also been some questions about if we’re making some gear that will work with the PS Vita. We have that covered as well, as all of our headset gear already works great with the Vita! All of our headsets can plug into the Vita’s 3.5mm jack, and when using the same 4-pole QD cable, it allows you to use your mic with the Vita for games, chat, and whatever other future apps Sony comes up with (Skype would be a good bet with their 3G service).

    Lastly, we want to hook you up with some of our ASTRO Wallpaper designs formatted for the PS Vita! Cause you know it’ll make those other guys jealous when you pull out your Vita with a nice pull away ASTRO banner. ;)

    Download “World”

    Download “Zombie Apocalypse”

    Download “FM”

    Download “Graffiti”

    -ASTRO Warblade

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  2. THE TIME HAS COME

    February 16th, 2012

    EON: (N.) AN IMMEASURABLE UNIT IN TIME

    Posted by: in San Francisco, CA under ASTRO News · 0 Comments

    We are proud to announce our very first sponsorship of Team eon. The roster of Team Eon hosts some of the best players and teams in the world, including Halo veterans Instinct, Call of Duty’s Team EnVyUs and winners of the CODXP $1 Million tournament, OpTic Gaming. Newcomers to the eon roster also include an EnVyUs competitive Gears of War 3 team, which made their competitive gaming debut at Hypefestation.

    This sponsorship was a natural progression for ASTRO as we’ve had a close relationship with these teams for the last 5 MLG seasons. These teams have been at the top of their game, with placements in the top 3 at MLG tournaments and multiple 1st place tournament wins.

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    Back in 2006, we began working with some Pro Teams in Major League Gaming’s Pro Circuit: Carbon, Str8 Rippen and others. We listened to what was currently lacking in the competitive gaming scene and came up with a prototype audio system. These units provided a way for teams to interact via clear voice communication and hear all of the specific game sounds and queues in competitive gaming. The result was a 1st place finish by Carbon in the 2006 Championships in Halo, and several more 1st and 2nd place finishes by Carbon and Str8 Rippen in 2006 and 2007.  In 2008, MLG made ASTRO Gaming the official audio gear of the Pro Circuit and provided MixAmps at every team station.

    Fast forward to 2012. We are proud to announce our very first sponsorship of Team Eon. The roster of Team Eon hosts some of the best players and teams in the world, including Halo veterans Instinct, Call of Duty’s Team EnVyUs and winners of the CODXP $1 Million tournament, OpTic Gaming. Newcomers to the Eon roster also include an EnVyUs competitive Gears of War 3 team, which made their competitive gaming debut at Hypefestation.

    This sponsorship was a natural progression for ASTRO as we’ve had a close relationship with these teams for the last 5 MLG seasons. These teams have been at the top of their game, with placements in the top 3 at MLG tournaments and multiple 1st place tournament wins.

    With Eon’s sponsorship by ASTRO Gaming, we’ll be helping to support their competitive teams by providing travel to tournaments like MLG’s Pro Circuit events and other major tournaments held around the nation. These teams will also be essential in the research and development of the next generation of products from ASTRO Gaming. Video coverage and behind the scenes looks will be provided by Team Eon throughout the year for coverage at tournaments and LAN events throughout the competitive season.

    We have always been a supporter of the eSports scene and with the addition of Team Eon to our ASTRO family, we’re thrilled to see what they will be doing to reshape the competitive gaming circuit for years to come. You can keep up with what’s going on with each of the teams below

    Team Eon: @Teameon

    OpTic Gaming: @OpTicGaming | Facebook | YouTube | H3CZ

    Team EnVyUs: @TeamEnVyUs | YouTube | hastr0

    Team Instinct: Facebook: Lunchbox | Roy | Pistola | OGRE 2 | Towey


     

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  3. WHAT’S THE ASTRO CREW PLAYING? 2/13/12

    February 13th, 2012

    We're going to take over your high score leaderboard!

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    The staff over at ASTRO Gaming not only creates some of the best video game equipment around, but we also live by the philosophy of “Work Hard, Play Hard.”

    As a tradition, we interview some of our staff to find out what we’ve been playing lately. If you want to play with us, send over a message online and we can maybe get some games going.

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    The staff over at ASTRO Gaming not only creates some of the best video game equipment around, but we also live by the philosophy of “Work Hard, Play Hard.”

    As a tradition, we interview some of our staff to find out what we’ve been playing lately. If you want to play with us, send over a message online and we can maybe get some games going.

    Walter – ASTRO Xariun – Event Director
    After Hypefestation weekend, I told myself that I had to finally make time for Gears 3. I really enjoyed both of its predecessors and played the beta, so I was sure I was going to enjoy it. Embarrassingly, like many games on my shelf these days, this sat unopened waiting for me to have the time to give it the attention it deserved. After finally cracking it open, I fired up the campaign to re-familiarize myself with the controls before jumping into multiplayer. Epic really stepped up with the storyline on the third installment, and I’ve been cranking away towards completing it.

    With completing one of the major storylines in Skyrim and at a perfect stopping point, I decided to take a bit of a break and start actually leveling my character on Star Wars: The Old Republic. All I’m going to say is that there is something really gratifying about tearing through humanoids while wielding dual lightsabers. That alone is a reason to pick this game up.

    XBL GT: Xariun

    Chris – ChChang – Graphic Designer
    Star Wars: The Old Republic is one game that I am genuinely addicted to. I love how its a faster pace MMO, and I actually care about the class stories and decisions I make in-game. I play a level 50 Bounty Hunter Mercenary that I raid or do flashpoints with my guild and I’m loving it so far.

    I love cooperative games like SWTOR, but I also enjoy playing competitive games like League of Legends. I find myself going back to LoL because Riot does a good job keeping me entertained with a free to play model and weekly updates of new champions or skins. Another reason I play LoL is because its a game that requires teamwork, microing, good decision making and is just plain fun with friends.

    SWTOR: Starkey (Server: Daragon Trails)
    LoL: MrNinja03
    XBL: MisterNinja85

    Phil – ASTRO Philthy – Support Team
    Outside of work, I’ve decided that with Mass Effect 3’s launch date quickly approaching, I decided to go back and play through the first two games of the series for old time’s sake.  I started a new game up as a Sentinel on hardcore difficulty, with the extra ability to use an assault rifle as my perk from previous play-throughs.  I plan on keeping a well balanced team of carnage and conflict consisting of Wrex and Garrus for the first, and the Garrus and Grunt for the second.

    When I get a bit frustrated from having to drive the Mako and what not I’m leveling a protection paladin in World of Warcraft to relax.  I’ve played WoW on and off as a warrior sense a few months after the game launched and I’ve done a good amount of tanking, so going back and playing as a prot pally is ridiculously easy and fun.

    Randall – ASTRO Warblade – Community Manager
    My gaming “list of shame” is growing. I tend to play the same games (Gears of War 3, Modern Warfare 3, etc.) while accumulating new games and never finish them. Case in point, I bought Sniper Warrior, Bioshock 2, and Fallout: New Vegas on a great special, and played only about 10 hours of one of those games. I also have neglected to play through Saints Row: The Third and Assassin’s Creed Revelations, both of which are great games. I need to find the time to just spend some major time getting through this list…

    XBL GT: Warblade

    Interested in a Community Gaming Night with the ASTRO Crew? We may be hosting some soon! Follow @ASTROGaming on Twitter or Like us on Facebook and let us know you’re interested!

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  4. ASTRO’S SHARING THE LOVE WITH WALLPAPERS

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    February 8th, 2012

    “Eat all you want! Digital chocolates don’t have any calories!”

    Posted by: in San Francisco, CA under ASTRO News, Media · 0 Comments

    This year at ASTRO, we want to give you a little gift of some wallpapers to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Maybe you can sneak on your special someone’s computer or phone and change it before they notice. Or maybe instead you want to spoil them rotten with some A*STARS (Which are great for mobile usage!). Or maybe you should make a card with “Be my Co-Op Valentine?”

    In any case, just be sure you actually remember to do something this year, instead of just playing the night away with your buddies like last year. ;)

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    This year at ASTRO, we want to give you a little gift of some wallpapers to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Maybe you can sneak on your special someone’s computer or phone and change it before they notice. Or maybe instead you want to spoil them rotten with some A*STARS (Which are great for mobile usage!). Or maybe you should make a card with “Be my Co-Op Valentine?”

    In any case, just be sure you actually remember to do something this year, instead of just playing the night away with your buddies like last year. ;)

    ASTRO Chocolate Box
    (Right click and save as…)

    astro_valentines_droid

    PC Wallpapers

    - 1024×768
    - 1280×1024
    - 1600×1200
    - 1400×900 (Widescreen)
    - 1680×1050 (Widescreen)
    - 1920×1600 (Widescreen)

    iPhone / iPod Touch / iPad

    - 640×960 (iPhone)
    - 1024×728 (iPad)

    Android

    - 480×426

    ASTRO Valentine’s Pattern
    (Right click and save as…)

    astro_valentineswall_droid

    PC Wallpapers

    - 1024×768
    - 1280×1024
    - 1600×1200
    - 1400×900 (Widescreen)
    - 1680×1050 ( (Widescreen)
    - 1920×1600 (Widescreen)

    iPhone / iPod Touch / iPad

    - 640×960 (iPhone)
    - 1024×728 (iPad)

    Android

    - 480×426

    <3

    -ASTRO Warblade

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