Hello all, I thought that it was time to share with you some of the exiting developments here at Warcom.

You may not know that Warcom is entering its 12th year in business; a milestone for us personally and also a great track record for an Australian e-business. Let me put that into perspective for you – we have been in business as long as PayPal – Wow!

And, not unlike PayPal, we are seeing amazing growth in our business. Let me share some of the facts with you:

• Sales Revenue has grown 61% from 2010 to 2011, and
• The quantity of item shipped has grown 42%, in the same period

The figures are even more amazing if you look at the figures for 2012, even thought it still early February:

• a 57% increase in Sales Revenues comparing Jan 2011 and Jan 2012, and
• a 61% increase in quantities shipped over the same period.
• February 2012 look on track to continue this great success story

I ‘m sure you’ll all agree that these are amazing growth figures but let’s see what that means for you, our valued customers, and our staff.

From our customers perspective we are actively seeking out new and exciting products and new ways to communicate with you and to offer you fantastic limited time offers. To this end, we are trying to connect to you via Blog, OzBargains.com.au, Facebook, Twitter, OCAU, flyers and many other ways. So, please, let us know how you want to hear from us, we value your thoughts and opinions.

All this growth has also meant that we have had to increase our staff numbers to cope with the exponential growth in our business. That’s good news for me personally, as I started working for Warcom in November 2011, and also for the many other new Warcom employees.

Our philosophy has always been a simple one; provide our customers with the latest quality products at our renowned great prices, but most importantly always maintaining the highest levels of customer service, that we have always prided ourselves on.

So, I’d like to close with a BIG THANK YOU to all our loyal customers and a promise that we will continue to server you in the same great manner for the next 12 years, even as our business grows in leaps and bounds.

Angelo Stamboulakis.
Chief Operating Officer.

When I first heard about the Corsair Vengeance K90 Mechanical Keyboard, I shouldn’t have been surprised. Corsair have a long history of supporting the gaming community with a wide range of parts and peripherals aimed squarely at the PC enthusiast. So when Corsair announced the addition of gaming mice and keyboards to their existing Vengeance line of hardware, I was immediately interested. After some lengthy delays with the products reaching retail, I’m very happy to discover that my interest was completely warranted. The Corsair Vengeance K90 Mechanical Keyboard is quite simply the most comfortable keyboard I have ever had the pleasure of using.

To begin with, let’s take a look at some of the specifications that make up the Corsair Vengeance K90 Mechanical Keyboard.

• Cherry MX Red Mechanical Switches
• 18 Customisable Macro (“G”) keys
• Full anti-ghosting and 20 Key rollover on USB
• Attractive brushed aluminium finish with laser etched, backlit keys.

So why Cherry Red switches? Red switches, like the Black switches before them are a linear switch. That means there is no tactile or audible feedback at the actuation point. For anybody doing even the tiniest amount of typing, this is a great thing. Having tried Cherry Blue switches, the sound is like a rapid fire machine gun, with each keystroke blasting its way out of the keyboard. Unlike Cherry Black switches however, the Cherry MX Red switch only require 45g of force to actuate, and a minuscule 2mm from resting to actuation, and a further 2mm to ‘bottoming out.’ There’s a steep learning curve when typing with these keys, if you want to avoid bottoming out but the end result is completely worth the effort.

The result is that you end up with a key that is nearly silent, and requires only a feather touch to activate. When gaming, I merely apply the lightest pressure to the keyboard and find my actions replicated in the game. Combined with a full-sized wrist rest, this makes the Corsair Vengeance K90 Mechanical Keyboard the most comfortable keyboard I have ever used. For a run-down of some of the other Cherry MX switches out there, don’t forget to check out Kenny’s previous blog!

A lot has been written in the press about the lack of Cherry MX Red switches on every key, however. Many feel this was a cost cutting exercise, and I’m not here to analyse that. The question that was on my mind from the moment I saw the design was “will this make any difference to how I use the keyboard?”

Do I notice the difference in key “feel” on the rubber dome keys? Yes, absolutely I can tell which keys use rubber domes. Does it make any difference to my enjoyment of the keyboard? Not in the slightest. Each rubber-dome key is just as easy to type on, and the tactile difference can actually be quite beneficial for an experienced touch typist. I can tell by feel which keys are mechanical, which prevents any missed keystrokes while typing or gaming. This is a great thing in my opinion, and for an informed consumer should play no part in your decision to pick up this fantastic keyboard.

If you’re in the market for a stylish, comfortable and all-round fantastic mechanical keyboard; whether it’s your first or fortieth mechanical keyboard, look no further than the Corsair Vengeance K90 Mechanical Keyboard. For those who don’t require the 18 “G” keys, or back-lighting, why not consider the Corsair Vengeance K60 Mechanical Keyboard? Warcom carry a full range of Corsair gaming products.

This blog was entirely typed on a Corsair K90 keyboard, purchased from Warcom. No promotional considerations were given.

Here’s a blog for all the girls out there about the  Pink Apple Accessories we have to offer! We’ve got a wide range of pink Apple accessories that you can get you’re hands on including iPhone, iPad, Laptop cases, iPod Nano watches, Portable speakers and heaps more!

 Laser Nature Series Leather – Snap On -Pink -iPhone 4 -  $34.07

Impact resistant with a thin hard shell protection. A soft touch interior Screen Protector and cleaning cloth included. Full accessibility to all controls With every Trexta Product, a cord manager is included.

The Laser Series is available in Flower and Weave. Features.

• Genuine Leather Laser Etched Design
• Stylish touch for your iPhone 4
• Impact resistant with a thin hard shell protection but soft touch interior
• Screen Protector and cleaning cloth included
• Full accessibility to all controls With every Trexta Product, a cord manager is included.

The Moshi iGlaze is a simple styled Ultra slim fit case with an hardened surface treatment for enhanced scratch and shock protection.

Features:

• Ultra slim fit with iPhone 4/4S (0.8mm thickness)
• Hardened surface treatment for enhanced scratch protection.
• Designed and tested to be ‘flash-friendly’; no interference to iPhone 4/4S built-in flash which causes unwanted flare in photos.
• All iPhone buttons are easily accessible while resting in iGlaze shell casing

The Wave provides lightweight, durable protection for your iPad without adding bulk. The soft touch feel of the second skin protects your iPad from scratches, dings, dust and moisture.

Maintains full access to all the controls on the iPad.

• Made of 100% TPU material  (Thermoplastic Polyurethane),  hi tech material.
• Similar in wear resistance to hard plastic cases,
• Custom fit, smooth feel .
• Flexible and tough it will never stretch out of shape like silicone.
• Resists dirt and stains, washable.
• Custom  designed wave pattern with many colours available .

Gumdrop Drop Series – iPhone 4G – Pink – $39.74

The Drop Series iPad 2 case specifically conforms to the shape of the Apple iPad 2 and offers multi-layer protection, making it one of toughest and most durable cases on the market. This iPad 2 case features a uniquely replaceable, snap-on integrated screen for maximum protection. Gumdrop cases also available for iPhones.

Features 

• Complete security for the iPhone 4, including screen and port covers
• Dual material construction for multiple layers of shock absorption
• Reinforced rubber bumpers on the corners
• Includes a replaceable integrated screen cover and a belt clip
• Fits both the Verizon iPhone 4 and AT&T iPhone 4

HEX Slim watch band for iPod Nano Gen 6 (Pink) – $32.69

The Hex Watch is a premium silicone strap with an easy pop in pop out design. The HEX watch band is also seen as the choice for the active lifestyle due to its audio port cover with inline orientation, It’s traditional watch styling and buckle closure as well as its sport look and is also available nine different colors.

Features

• Custom premium silicone strap
• Pop-in pop-out design
• Integrated control buttons
• Audio port cover with inline orientation
• Improves protection
• Way cool.

Head over to our website and check out more of our Apple Products!

I nearly forgot!  Have you seen our AMAZING  Pink Bottle Openers? They’re Only $5 for a limited time! Head over to www.warcom.com.au to grab yours today!

-Steph

Seasons Greetings once again!
Being the busiest time of the year, I won’t take up too much of your time. Just a quick note to let everyone know our business hours over the Christmas period.

Please note we will be closed on both weekends and all public holidays.

Thursday 22nd – Trading as Normal

Friday 23rd- Trading as Normal – Last dispatches. Also Christmas Lunch will be happening so please forgive us if we are a little slow in response from 12pm onwards.

Wednesday 28th – Closed. Alex should by now have established a new, stronger bond with a local echidna he almost ran over while testing out his new DRZ tyre

Thursday 29th – Closed. Braden will no doubt have completed his backyard Battlefield 3 setup and will be eagerly awaiting his body armour kit from the US.

Friday 30th – Closed. Paul will surely be further progressing his fishing career. After becoming bored of fishing with rods and dry ice, dynamite will certainly be the next option.

Tuesday 3rd – Trading as Normal. From this day on.

From all of us here at Warcom, we wish all of you a sensational Christmas and tantalising New Year. We appreciate your ongoing support.

All the best.

-The Warcom crew.