The HipShotDot is the go to training tool for FPS fan

Another device found on the CES show floor to enhance gaming experience to shooter fans came to us from AirDrop Gaming and is appropriately named the HipShotDot. This simple device is all about function, by placing a red LED in the middle of your crosshairs for more accurate hip shooting in firefights. Compatible with all gaming consoles and hundreds of first person shooting titles, the tiny light is suction cupped to the TV and a thin cable runs down the middle of the screen to plug into a USB power source. I got to spend some time with it on the floor in a crowded area so now that I am in the comforts of my home, it is time to see if the HipShotDot was a must have or video gaming gimmick.

I have a lot of experience with FPS titles and am a fan of most of them, but one thing I would also say is that I am by no means good at them when it comes to online multiplayer. This does cause frustration at times and practice helps, but this little device helped with my focus and improved my reaction times. There are two suction  cups, one for the center of the screen and the other to anchor the wire to the bottom bezel of the TV to keep the thin wire running vertically down the screen.  The red dot is bright and easy to set up and comes with plenty of wire to plug into your gaming console of choice and the small suction cups make it fast to remove when not playing shooters.

The size of the HipShotDot was great and did not take away from the field of view or cause any frustration while using. The wire running down the center of my screen was a bit distracting at first, but once my focus was on the red dot, I did not even notice the wire. I noticed that my stats were improved now on TV’s unequipped with the HipShotDot as knowing the area to focus on for hip firing and aiming down the sites. This is a great little accessory in which I noticed vast improvement from quickly and is available now for the price of $29.99.

Gunnar provides us with first CES 2014 review, the Intercept Color Collection

Now it is time to get into some of the swag we were given at CES, and the first item is the Intercept Color Collection provided to us from Gunnar Optics.The Color Collection adds a handful of color to the stylish Intercept while providing the same lens benefits found in other models. The advantage in which Gunnar provides comfort from strain whether at work in front of a monitor or during long gaming sessions from the amber tint and anti glare coating. Someone that spends a lot of time in front of the screen, I am anxious to throw the Intercepts on and see how they do.

The Intercept comes sporting the Ray Ban looking frames and when I am wearing them, the lenses do a great job first and foremost at eliminating glare. Whether looking at my monitor typing up this review or playing a first person shooter, I did feel like I was squinting less and it was slightly easier to see opponents in the shadows. On the show floor, I got the chance to try on different frames and lenses and of the various models that made an appearance, I preferred the Intercept because of the larger lense which provided a larger filtered field of view.

While these have that retro feel to the design, they unfortunately did not share the same fit as they slightly pressed behind my ears making me have to take off in between rounds. As someone that requires corrective lenses at distances, they would have to be worn over glasses and that would just look silly, however, I would definitely suggest use to someone that wears contacts or does not need corrective lenses. That being said, Gunnar is also able to provide their lineup with prescription lenses built for your needs. The Intercepts Colors are available now for $69.99 and available in five bright colors.