When it comes to mechanical keyboards, I believe that many people have their own exclusive answers in their hearts. But if you look back, in the wide variety of mechanical keyboard circles, if there is a mechanical keyboard worth buying, then there must be a place for the chief player Monet T98.



Just like the life of Impressionist master Monet: only draw one person in his life, and only love one person. Before I have a deep understanding of this product, I believe many people are like me: Is this keyboard really worth choosing? You know, after getting used to the mainstream right-angle design of the keyboard, it feels very strange to look at the unusually round shape design of the chief player Monet T98. However, it has won the love of a large number of users with its simple and elegant design language + excellent typing experience, including me.



The chief player Monet T98 adopts pure white color on the outer packaging, which is different from most mechanical keyboard packages on the market with product appearance pictures. The chief player Monet T98 has a large pattern of MONET and Monet's wife Kameiyi printed on the front of the package. , This may also be the signal that this mechanical keyboard sends to all users: I only love one Monet T98 in my life.



When you open the box, you can see the main body of the chief player Monet T98. The keyboard body is very tightly protected, with plastic foam on both sides, and a layer of matte plastic bag outside the keyboard. There is no need to worry about the keyboard being damaged during long-distance transportation.



There are also a lot of random accessories. In addition to the bucket full of supplementary keycaps we saw earlier, it includes two experience switches, two extension rods, a chief player nameplate, a key puller and an instruction manual.



The supplementary keycap is the same as the body of the chief player Monet T98, both of which are Jiadalong GPRO 2.0 red switches. Before the official experience, interested users can try it first.



Speaking of the main body, the overall design of the keyboard of the chief player Monet T98 is very interesting. It is different from most of the keyboards we often see. Obvious right angles, with white and blue contrasting color design, pure and simple elegant style hits the face.



The chief player Monet T98 is also different from our common keyboards in terms of keycap characters. It is said that the overall characters have been redesigned to fit the overall style - round.



On the right side of the top of the keyboard, there is a particularly conspicuous red button with the chief player logo printed on the surface. In fact, due to the design of 98% of the keyboards, the chief player moved the FN key, which was originally located in the last row, to the top. For users who like to use FN + other key combinations, it may be a new habit "challenge".



The right side of the keyboard retains a complete small numeric keypad area. It is worth noting that the "Enter" button in the numeric keypad area does not use a symbol logo, but uses a horizontal version of the English character logo. Personally, the visual perception is very strange.



Although the FN key has been moved up, considering the user's operating comfort, the chief player Monet T98 still reserves a certain space on the left side of the arrow key to avoid accidental touches.




It can be clearly seen from the side of the keyboard that the chief player Monet T98 adopts a "sandwich" structure. The silver line in the middle of the keyboard is not a decorative strip, but a positioning board of the keyboard.



The back of the chief player Monet T98 keyboard is very simple, with five non-slip mats and a wrapped support frame design, the overall anti-slip effect is very good.



The central area on the back is the chief player Monet T98 USB interface, the embedded design can well avoid accidental damage to the interface area during daily use.



And in the product information in the center of the back, you can match the logo nameplate of the chief player that comes with it. It adopts a magnetic design and fits very firmly. It can not only improve the overall appearance of the back of the keyboard, but also block product information and USB cables. effect.



In the F area on the top of the keyboard, there is actually a dark border that is very eye-catching. At first I thought it was just a simple decorative strip, but later found that the decorative panel in the F area also adopts a magnetic design, and you can freely replace other colors and other materials in the future. version to meet the individual needs of users. In addition, you don’t have to worry about the decorative panel sliding or falling off in daily use. The design of magnetic attraction + groove makes it have a very strong adsorption capacity.



The main player Monet T98 shaft in my hand uses the upgraded Jiadalong GPRO 2.0 red shaft, the trigger force is 45g, the trigger stroke is 2.0mm, and the total stroke is 4.0mm. The tapping feels a little heavy, but the typing experience very good. The axle body spring is 20.5mm long, and the resilience is very obvious.



Consistent with the mainstream mechanical keyboards currently on the market, the chief player Monet T98 also supports hot-swappable functions, and is compatible with most triangular and pentagonal axes on the market.



The chief player Monet T98 for the first time will find that the keycaps in the F area are slightly higher than the keyboards in other areas. This is because an extension rod is installed in the keycaps, which can be disassembled and adapted to other keycaps. However, after the extension rod is installed, the top keys will vibrate visibly when struck hard.



The chief player of the keycap part, Monet T98, uses a relatively common closed keycap made of ABS material and a two-color injection molding process. The height is the height of NAE, the engineering step design, the typing feeling will be more comfortable, and the gap between the keycaps is small. In addition, although it is made of ABS material, it seems that the chief player has carried out additional processing on it, and the overall touch is very delicate.



The last thing I want to share with you is the supplementary keycaps provided by the chief player Monet T98. After careful counting, I found that there are a total of 60 keycaps. Among them, there are not only keycaps suitable for the keyboard body, but also different types that can be installed on other keyboards. on the keyboard.



Here I also found that the chief player Monet T98 even provides users with 2.75 space bar caps, which can be adapted to use with keyboards of different configurations.



The chief player Monet T98 supports 18 lighting effect modes, which can be adjusted by FN+Del buttons. As for the music rhythm mode with high playability, users need to manually download the driver to set it.


In general, the unique appearance design of the chief player Monet T98 is very eye-catching, especially the round shape is simply irresistible for girls. In terms of workmanship, it can only be said to be quite satisfactory. Although many elements have been added to improve the overall quality, in the current fiercely competitive keyboard market, there are still many areas that need to be improved, such as the stability of the heightening column, such as the precision of the sandwich structure.



Of course, the chief player Monet T98 also has many advantages, such as the overall typing experience, the adjustment of large keys, the ingenious appearance design and the addition of supplementary keycaps, etc., all perform very well. In addition, the FN key is also innovatively moved to Got to the top, well worth a try for users. If you have a fanatical pursuit of a rounded appearance and a good typing experience, then the chief player Monet T98 will be a very worthwhile mechanical keyboard.

Double Eleven is another year. As the most important carnival promotion in the second half of the year, it has always been the best time to buy electronic products. As a peripheral enthusiast, based on the product iteration and related information of the peripheral market, I will share the peripheral products of high cost-effective manufacturers in the second half of 2022, and provide some personal pre-purchase references for everyone’s shopping trip.





在良莠不齐的Gasket结构冲击市场的当下，MX3.0& MX2.0所坚持的无钢结构相对来说有着稳定的手感保证。无钢板设计配合五脚轴带来了较为Q弹的敲击感受，有点世纪初老原厂轴的味道。低延迟的三模无线连接配合原厂五脚轴通吃游戏和办公，是一把宜办公、宜游戏的机械键盘。对于预算紧张的用户，仅舍去铝合金框架，其他配置保持不变的MX2.0S会更合适一点。



MX-LP6.1&MX-LP2.1因为采用了扁平的MX-LP轴体和60%配列有着纤薄轻巧的体形尺寸，所以这把键盘非常便携，搭配笔电出行能够兼顾日常办公和游戏的双重需求。键盘采用低延迟的CAWT无线技术，游戏性能还是有保证的，多达三个蓝牙通道方便在多个设备平台间无缝切换。对于有着便携需求的玩家来说，MX-LP6.1&MX-LP2.1会是一个很不错的选择。两者的区别和楼上一样，仅在外壳材质有差异。



Friends who don’t like the company’s arrangement of silly, big, black and thick wired office keyboards and mice can take a look at the DW2300 wireless office suit of Cherry’s office product line. The wireless office keyboard and mouse suit can be purchased for less than 100 yuan. There is also a two-year after-sales warranty support, cost-effective not bad.



The Hunting Light Spider series can be said to be the most suitable for playing games in the Razer gaming keyboard product line. The Hunting Light Spider v2 competitive version is equipped with a fast-responding Razer optical axis, and the polling rate of 8KHz is further reduced. Keyboard input lag. In addition, the keyboard is also equipped with two-color injection-molded PBT keycaps to increase durability, laying noise-absorbing cotton to absorb keyboard knocking noise, and a memory foam wrist rest to enhance the user experience. This is a mechanical keyboard worthy of the gamer's choice.



As a wireless mouse that is very suitable for small-handed users and female players, Yamata Orochi V2 has a petite and well-proportioned shape and a light weight that does not weigh on the hand. The crisp second-generation Razer mechanical micro-movement, the battery compartment that supports mixed batteries, the precise positioning sensor, and the dual-mode configuration of 2.4G wireless + Bluetooth allow the mouse to be easily used in games and offices. It can be said that this is the most comprehensive strength at present. Lightweight wireless dual-mode mouse for small and medium hands.



Although the professional version of the Viper V2 PRO has been upgraded and iterated this year, the price of the final version of the Viper is less than 400 yuan during the promotion period, which is still very cost-effective. After all, the performance of the PAW3399 is still one of the best today. It exists, and the Viper Ultimate Edition has lights, bases, and right side buttons that the Viper V2 PRO Professional Edition does not have. It is very suitable for users who need a powerful mouse and have a tight budget.



By using a wireless receiver with a USB-C interface, the Barracuda x is no longer only available on PCs and host platforms like ordinary wireless headsets, but can also be used on mobile devices such as smartphones and Switches. The fabric earmuffs combined with the light weight make it comfortable to wear, and the THX SPATIAL AUDIO spatial sound effects and 40-hour battery life are enough for serious gamers. Players who need multi-platform games can pay attention to the Barracuda x wireless headset.



I have been recommending Logitech’s K835 mechanical keyboard before. This year’s updated K855 can be regarded as the wireless version of K835, with standard American TKL arrangement, TTC shaft support, Bluetooth + 2.4G wireless dual-mode wireless connection, and supports seamless switching between 3 devices. Powered by wireless dry batteries, this may be the ideal Logitech wireless mechanical keyboard for many players!



After Logitech China stopped the brainless leek, the price of G PRO X SUPERLIGHT has dropped to more than 500 yuan in the last few promotions, and finally has a good price/performance ratio. The weight has been optimized to less than 63g, and the design of foot stickers with bad reviews has been replaced. In addition, the white version has a good appearance. In subsequent promotional activities, you can consider purchasing G PRO X SUPERLIGHT regardless of G PRO Wireless.



Once upon a time, the entry-level gaming mouse market at the level of 100 yuan was very hot. Razer, Logitech, SteelSeries and other manufacturers fought back and forth, but under the tinkering of Logitech G304, this market lost its vitality. The G304 wireless mouse hovered around 150 yuan in the last few promotional activities, making it a very suitable mouse to buy whether it is for games or office work.



The Master and Anywhere series can be regarded as the twin stars of the Logitech office family - the FLOW function can seamlessly transfer files on 3 devices, which is very friendly to multi-screen or cross-platform users; good adaptability, suitable for almost any surface Tracking works even on glass; the endless scroll wheel helps you relax and de-stress at work. The Master series has a solid feel and is suitable for users with medium to large hands. The Anywhere series is small and portable, suitable for small hands, female users and business trips.



At present, it is the wireless hole mouse with the most comfortable feel and the best workmanship. The bite of the mold is very tight, and there will be no shaking of the button cover or deformation of the body when pressed. The moderate measurements are very suitable for users with medium and large hands. use. The equipped PAW3335 sensor brings a balanced energy consumption ratio, and the battery life of up to 100 hours is enough for half a month. It also comes with anti-slip stickers to enhance the feel. Players who are interested in cave mice can pay attention to a wave.



The Stinger 2 gaming headset is a new choice for entry-level gaming headsets, and it is very suitable for novice players to buy and use. Stinger 2 has upgraded the appearance design on the basis of Stinger, and its appearance is more than one level higher than that of the previous one. The optimized earphone structure also makes it easier and more comfortable to wear. This time, DTS:X spatial surround sound effect is also introduced, whether it is listening to music, watching movies or gaming entertainment, you can feel the three-dimensional and real surround effect.



Wireless gaming with 300 hours of battery life is currently the only one in the gaming headset market. Retaining Alpha's unique dual-sound cavity structure, coupled with DTS:X spatial surround sound effects, the sound quality of the headphones is beyond doubt. At present, the price is slightly higher, and players with sufficient budget and strict requirements on battery life can consider it.



K70 RGB TKL is CORSAIR’s professional gaming keyboard for high-performance games. AXON’s high-speed processing technology makes the polling rate as high as 8000Hz. The OPX optical axis with fast trigger and fast response makes the keyboard faster and stronger! The keyboard is a standard 87-key layout with key-line separation. Compared with the huge body of the K70 and K95 series, it is more friendly to gamers with small desktops.




SABER RGB PRO WIRELESS is CORSAIR's new lightweight wireless mouse, the wireless version of the right-handed ergonomic mouse SABER RGB PRO. SLIPSTREAM wireless technology and 2000Hz polling rate blessing, improve the response speed and stability performance, more suitable for right-handed ergonomic mouse lovers to buy.




Ice Leopard is well versed in ergonomic design, and KONE PRO AIR follows the consistent ergonomic design. It is a right-handed ergonomic mouse that is good for users with medium and large hands. ANTI-WEAR second-generation coating, full grip and a very comfortable hand feel with a weight of 75g, the white KONE PRO AIR with three-mode wireless and USB-C interface is still very worthwhile for the event price of more than 500 yuan.



In addition to the common two front and rear side buttons, SteelSeries Aerox 5 Wireless is also designed with a button that can be swiped up and down and a silver independent sniper button, which makes up for the gap in the multi-side button wireless lightweight mouse. The integration of multiple side buttons + light weight + wireless selling points provides a good solution for FPS, MMO and MOBA game players who have certain needs for side buttons.


In the past few years, the update and iteration speed of the peripheral market has been "flying fast", and both major international peripheral manufacturers and domestic manufacturers are "involving" crazily - domestic manufacturers are more flexible in terms of price and innovation, and seize market segments; Major international manufacturers are making steady progress, taking advantage of technological advantages to lead product upgrades, and our consumers have more choices. This issue is updated with Dachang articles, and there will be domestic articles in the follow-up. Let’s talk about the domestically produced keyboards and mice that are worth buying.

Cherry (CHERRY) released two new office keyboards for Apple Mac devices today, namely KW 9100 SLIM FOR MAC and KC 6000C for MAC.



Both are X-scissor membrane key solutions, which promise a lifespan of 10 million taps. The body is light and thin. At the same time, the aluminum body and "chocolate" white keycaps echo the overall style of Mac devices.



CHERRY KW 9100 SLIM FOR MAC is a dual-mode wireless keyboard with full-size keys and a numeric keypad that can be charged and connected via 2.4GHz wireless connection, or USB-A to USB-C; while CHERRY KC 6000C FOR MAC It's an ultra-thin keyboard with a Mac layout, but it's not wireless, and it comes with a 1.8-meter USB-C cable.


Both feature 13 frequently used Mac command keys as well as dedicated FN keys and FN lock for quick and easy access.








The two new products have already been launched in foreign markets, and more domestic products are needed. The prices are 74.99 euros (about 550 yuan) and 48.99 euros (about 360 yuan), respectively. Friends who are not short of money and so on.

In the first half of the year, Dujia launched the K610W/K620W with a new mold. Its unique design language and long 360-day battery life really amazed the majority of players. After half a year, Dujia launched the K610W/K620W CORONA white version with the more popular "echo" color scheme. The first launch is equipped with a brand-new Kaihua customized TURBO shaft body, and some details of the old version have also been improved and supplemented one by one. . Today, I will take you to take a brief look at this keyboard~





The outer packaging uses a very refreshing white color, and the overall style is relatively simple. From the rendering, you can intuitively see the appearance, arrangement and color matching of the keyboard.






The inner box is a model of minimalist style, and the big brand logo is presented in front of you with a hooked line style.





There are quite a lot of accessories. In addition to the regular manual, data cable, and dust cover, it is also equipped with three Win system function icon keycaps, magic cable ties, TYPE-C and USB adapters, wire key puller and puller. Axis device.





The 2.4G wireless receiver is hidden in the storage compartment on the back of the keyboard.





K610W is a standard 104-key layout keyboard. The echo color scheme uses three colors of white, blue gray and dark blue. Compared with the island color scheme, it is more fresh and durable.





There is a brand logo on the front side of the keyboard. The appearance is a sandwich structure similar to a sandwich. The upper panel and the bottom case are white, and the sandwich is black. The classic Leoli color scheme.







The black sandwich forms a three-sided surround effect, and the rear side of the keyboard is still white. The equipped keycaps are a set of PBT two-color light-transmitting keycaps with the height of the original factory, and the visual effect is very light and thin.






The TYPE-C socket and power switch of the keyboard are set behind the Esc key. In addition, the keyboard will automatically recognize the Win/Mac system, which is very smart.






The keycap adopts the closed character process, and all the characters are treated with light transmission, and the corresponding function icon is printed on the side of the keycap with the combination key function. The surface of the keycap is relatively delicate, the graininess is not strong, and the touch is very warm and comfortable. The outer side of the space bar is also very intimately treated with arc chamfering.





There are no obvious burrs, and there is no obvious deformation of the large keys, and the overall details are handled quite well.





The indicator light area in the upper right corner of the keyboard is made of an acrylic light plate, which is highly creative and highly recognizable. There are five indicator lights in total, three of which have two indication functions, and the fifth is the charging indicator light.






The corners of the keyboard have also been treated with trimming and chamfering, with rich details and more distinct layers.





The large key position is still the mainstream satellite switch solution. It has been carefully adjusted before leaving the factory. There is obvious grease inside the satellite switch seat. The feel is very consistent and there is no obvious noise.





The space between the positioning plates around the space bar is filled with silica gel, which can effectively reduce the cavity sound.





My one is equipped with the Kaihua Turbo silent red switch, which is an MX-type switch body with a four-buckle buckle wall shaft structure. The trigger pressure is 45 grams, the conduction stroke is 1.7mm, the total stroke is 4.0mm, and the theoretical life is 50 million times. The mute solution is realized by adding mute pads on both sides of the bottom case and the top cover. The pressing process of the shaft body is very smooth, and the sound of bottoming out and rebounding is really small. The Kaihua Turbo series shaft body is also launched on the K610W/K620W CORONA white light version.






The full key adopts a hot-swappable solution, which is compatible with tripod and pentapod axes. Sandwich silicone pads and sound-absorbing cotton at the bottom are also added inside the keyboard to better reduce cavity sound and noise.





There is an obvious height difference between the front and back of the keyboard bottom case, the logo of Duga is in the middle, and there is a non-slip sticker at each of the four corners.






Supplied with two-stage foot support.





The driver is mainly for the setting of button customization.






The light is monochromatic white light, and there are 9 light modes to choose from.






The keyboard has three connection modes: Bluetooth 5.0, 2.4G wireless and wired mode, and all three modes support full-key without punching. The wireless connection is very stable, the delay is low, and the anti-interference ability is strong. Among the domestic wireless keyboard products, Dujia's solution has always been very good.





The white backlight makes characters very clear in darker environments.







According to official data, the keyboard can be fully charged in only 3 hours. Under the premise of working continuously for 8 hours a day and turning off the backlight, when using 2.4G wireless mode, the battery life can reach 200 days; when using Bluetooth mode, the battery life can reach a super long 360 days. With the backlight turned on, the battery life is about 7 days.





Finally, to make a brief summary, the Dujia K610W CORONA white light version of the three-mode wireless mechanical keyboard, on the basis of the ordinary version, not only simply adds a white backlight, but also upgrades the Kaihua Turbo series with a better feel. The feel of the large keys has also been significantly improved, and it can be seen that the brand has been improving and progressing. The strategic direction of the Dujia brand has also been greatly adjusted recently. The speed of launching new products is much faster, and it has also launched a number of product series with different styles. Each new product can bring an eye-catching design. At the end, make a bold guess. Since the K610W/K620W white light version is here, the RGB version should not be too far away.

As an IT practitioner, the computer is an indispensable part of my daily life. Since I use it a lot, I attach great importance to the control experience, especially the mouse and keyboard, which must be handy. When it comes to feel, the mechanical keyboard is doing my part. Recently, I saw Dujia launched a new mechanical keyboard: Hi Keys. It adopts a simple layout of 84 keys, which is very stylish from appearance to color matching, which makes people unforgettable. So how does this keyboard work? I just got one, so follow me to try it out.



Dujia's mechanical keyboards have always been outstanding in appearance, and this Hi Keys has put a lot of effort into the appearance, which looks more modern. Let's take a look at the packaging first. The pure black carton with eye-catching handwritten model, coupled with artistic lines, gives people a bright feeling.



Durga Hi Keys has two colors to choose from, dark blue and silver. You can also see the appearance of these two models on the back of the box. Each model is matched with multi-colors. It is really difficult to choose, because they are all good-looking. Thinking of the white backlight used in this keyboard, I think the white version may be more eye-catching in use.



The following are all the items in the package. Except for the Durga Hi Keys mechanical keyboard body, it is mainly a Type-C cable and a user guide. As a mechanical keyboard, it is a bit surprising that it is not equipped with a key puller.



Let’s take a look at the appearance of the keyboard. The size of Duga Hi Keys is 322*138*33.7mm. It uses an 84-key design without an independent numeric keypad, so the overall appearance is very small, but the weight is 826.5g. The material is very solid.



I have used many mechanical keyboards, most of which are horizontal and vertical, but Duga Hi Keys is a little different. From the side, it has a slight curvature as a whole. This design even runs through every keycap. Looking at this small change, it makes the entire keyboard look vivid.



Looking down from the top of the keycap, it feels like a square with a little roundness, which is really different. The keycaps of Dujia Hi Keys are made of ABS material, with clear engraving and delicate touch, which can ensure that the surface will not produce oily shine after long-term use, and the front of the keycap adopts a two-color closed molding process, which can effectively prevent characters from wearing or fading And so on.



For mechanical keyboards, the shaft is the most critical part. Next, let's take off the keycaps and take a look. Although Dujia didn't come with a key puller this time, it's not a problem if you play a lot with the keyboard. Durga Hi Keys currently has two types of switches: red switch and brown switch. You can tell from the color that mine is a brown switch, because I prefer a segmented feel, and every tap can have a clear feedback.



The workmanship and feel of the keycaps are quite good, and the handwriting on the surface is very clear and neat, and it is quite artistic.



The charging interface of Duga Hi Keys is the most popular TYPE-C nowadays, and the interface is located on the back of the keyboard, which does not affect the appearance at all.



The Duga Hi Keys mechanical keyboard adopts a wireless dual-mode design. There are two Bluetooth channels and a 2.4G connection mode. The switch is a knob on the back, which has a clear sense of position when rotating.



Let’s take a look at the bottom of the keyboard. It is designed with two non-slip feet and two tiltable brackets that can be folded. After being supported, the slope can be further improved, which can bring a more comfortable experience. There are also anti-slip pads on the bottom of the feet. Details Well done.




There is also a storage compartment for a 2.4G wireless receiver at the bottom of the keyboard. It is worth mentioning that Dujia designed the cover as a magnetic suction type, which can be opened by gently pressing one side, which is really convenient .




The switch of Durga Hi Keys is located on the side. It is a round button. When it is turned on, it will light up a white light, which is very beautiful.



Turn on the switch of Durga Hi Keys, and the white backlight will light up, which is not fancy, but very practical, and the letters on the keyboard can be clearly seen in low-light environments. And it can also switch 8 atmosphere modes through Fn+F2, and the effect is equally cool.



In terms of feel, its keys have a more obvious sense of paragraph, and the key travel is moderate, and the feedback is very comfortable. Its large key position uses carefully adjusted satellite switches, which can also bring a smooth feel.



This keyboard is suitable for a wide range of scenarios, whether it is office typing or gaming, it can be very competent. Its key feedback is fast and clear, and there is no obvious sound when typing, even if you play games at night, it will not be noisy. Looking at others.



When pairing via Bluetooth for the first time, a random six-digit number will pop up on the screen, which needs to be entered in sequence on the keyboard, and then press the Enter key to successfully pair. This method undoubtedly increases security.



Durga Hi Keys supports simultaneous connection of 2.4G wireless and two sets of Bluetooth devices, and can switch freely between three devices, and there is almost no waiting time. It is simply a powerful tool to improve efficiency during busy work.



Finally, I want to talk about the battery life of Duga Hi Keys in particular, because its battery life is far beyond my knowledge of wireless mechanical keyboards. In the case of not turning on the light, the Bluetooth mode can be used continuously for 365 days. Of course, this is the official figure, because it is only half a month since I started, and I have not had the opportunity to use the battery warning. However, if you can really achieve this kind of battery life, it will be really impressive.



In general, the Duga Hi Keys wireless bluetooth dual-mode backlit mechanical keyboard brought me an experience that exceeded my expectations. It has a high appearance value and a very modern design. In terms of hand feel, the tea shaft has a clear sense of paragraph and is very quiet, which can be applied to various occasions. In addition, it supports wireless dual-mode, which can connect multiple devices at the same time and switch freely. If you are also a mechanical keyboard lover, this keyboard is a very worthwhile experience recently.