A Taiwanese company that specializes in cooling home computers has branched into heating food for video-gamers with a machine that does both at the same time.
In a partnership with KFC, Cooler Master Technology Inc. has launched a gaming PC that uses the heat computers naturally throw off — a problem that has vexed system designers since the early days of electronic computers — to heat food in a special chamber that’s part of the PC’s chassis.
“The Bargain Bucket-shaped machine features the world’s first built in chicken chamber, which is kitted out to keep its contents hot, ready for consumption during intense gaming sessions,” KFC said, as reported by CNN.
The KFConsole comes with specifications many gamers would find seductive. The video is rated at 4K and 240 frames per second.
Of the built-in “chicken chamber,” Cooler Master says on its website, “Never risk letting your chicken go cold again thanks to the patented Chicken Chamber. Utilizing the systems natural heat and airflow system you can now focus on your gameplay and enjoy hot, crispy chicken between rounds.”
The faux-grave male voice narrating a short video announcing the new device’s release states: “Gaming consoles are made to evolve. Welcome to the next level in gaming innovation: the KFConsole.”
Explaining the new offering on its website, the company says it aims to “deliver cutting-edge performance with a touch of class.”
Most of Cooler Master’s offerings are used by custom computer builders along with processing and memory components provided by other vendors. The KFConsole is a complete pre-built desktop gaming PC.
Buying a KFConsole, however, might take some patience. Cooler Master’s online store greets visitors with a message stating that the operation is closed until after New Year’s Day for the taking of inventory.