Author: Ben Harnwell

Ben Harnwell

Ben embarked on his journalism journey as a weekend photographer and roving reporter for a regional newspaper. Capturing local stories through his lens and bringing them to life with his pen, Ben's passion extended to the airwaves as the host of various radio shows on a community station. His discussions ranged from music to technology. But it was hosting shows like Obligatory RPG Show and Dice Hard in the realm of RPG, board games & miniature gaming where he excelled. His infectious enthusiasm drew fellow enthusiasts into spirited conversations. Beyond radio, Ben's interests spanned music, literature, and miniature battlefields, showcasing his boundless curiosity and ability to evoke magic through words. Whether wielding a pen or a paintbrush, Ben's impact resonates throughout the media cosmos, leaving trails of insights, stories, and the promise of more to come in his byline.

Stripping Back to Pure Speed: The EPOMAKER Carbon X Wireless Gaming Mouse

EPOMAKER’s journey into the peripheral arena has been fascinating to watch, and I don’t say that lightly. There’s been this steady sense of momentum behind them, almost like a company testing the waters at first,

PAX Aus 2026 Tabletop Hall Preview: Massive Expansion, New TCG Showcases, and Aussie Designer Spotlights

Media Release: If you’ve ever lost track of time in the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre’s Tabletop Hall, prepare yourself—PAX Aus 2026 is officially rolling out its biggest tabletop area to date. With eBay Australia

The Yunzii IF99 QMK/VIA Mechanical Keyboard – A Premium, “Creamy” Full-Size Contender

Full‑size layouts often get the short end of the stick in the enthusiast mechanical keyboard world. While compact 75% and 65% boards dominate the custom market, those of us who need a dedicated number pad

Finding the Golden Mean: The EPOMAKER NEX Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse Review

EPOMAKER built its name on keyboards, but its steady expansion into gaming mice is proving to be less of a side project and more of a serious hardware evolution. Over the past few months, we’ve

EPOMAKER HE75 V2: Elite Speed Meets Custom Design

Magnetic mechanical keyboards have taken the gaming world by storm, but they often attract a familiar criticism: they're fast and feature-packed, yet can feel overly focused on competitive gaming at the expense of everyday usability.

HOTO AutoCare Air Duster & Vacuum — Tiny but Mighty!

If you’ve read a few of our reviews at DezDoes, you probably already know the type of thing we gravitate towards. Clean design. Minimal fuss. Tools that feel like they belong on a desk, not

The Collector’s Exit Strategy: How to Resell Games and Hobby Gear

We all have that pile of shame. Maybe it’s old board games that never hit the table anymore, or more likely if you are like me, those grey minis still sitting on sprue (or still

EPOMaker Split 70 – The Learning Curve and Triumph of Split Ergonomics

If you spend your day pulling data from different sources, compiling extensive reports, or diving deep into heavy writing sessions, or even gaming for hours, you know the physical toll a standard keyboard layout can

The EPOMAKER Carbonis Gaming Mouse – Heavyweight Performance in a Featherweight Shell

EPOMAKER built its name on keyboards, but it’s clearly branching out. The EPOMAKER Carbonis Gaming Mouse feels like part of that shift, less of a side project, more of a statement. On paper, it leans

A Decade of Silence and Sound: Sony Unveils the 1000X THE COLLEXION

Media Release: Sony has officially marked a monumental milestone in audio engineering, celebrating the 10th anniversary of its acclaimed 1000X series. To commemorate a decade of industry-leading noise cancellation and sonic innovation, the company has

World of Warcraft Executive Producer Holly Longdale Named PAX Aus 2026 Storytime Speaker

Media Release:  PAX Aus is thrilled to announce that Holly Longdale, the Executive Producer of World of Warcraft at Blizzard Entertainment, will headline this year’s event as the official Storytime Speaker. As one of the

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