Elegoo launches multicolour Canvas add-on for its Centauri Carbon 3D printer Better late than never. Over a year after the Centauri Carbon’s launch, Elegoo has officially released their Canvas multicolour add-on for their Centauri Carbon 3D printer (see our review here). This comes after the launch of Elegoo’s Centauri Carbon 2, a new 3D printer […]

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Super Smash Bros’ first unofficial PC port has arrived Native PC ports of Nintendo 64 classics have become increasingly common, and it was only a matter of time before Super Smash Bros got an unofficial PC version. Using AI, a developer called JRickey has created a working PC version of Super Smash Bros called “BattleShip“. […]

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It sounds like Apple is giving up on virtual reality, at least for now According to a report from MacRumors, Apple has “given up” on its Vision Pro VR headset following disappointing sales. The outlet called the VR headset’s recently released M5 version a “flop”, stating that the model “failed to revitalise interest in the device”. Apple’s […]

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Intel confirms performance and efficiency gains with new 18A-P node Intel plans to discuss its Intel 18A-P (18AP) lithography node in detail at the 2026 IEEE/JSAP symposium on VLSI technology and circuits. In their session briefing for the Intel 18A-P session, Intel has confirmed that their new 18AP node delivers notable performance and efficiency gains […]

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Here’s what you need to run The Blood of the Dawnwalker on PC Bandai Namco has unveiled that The Blood of the Dawnwalker is coming to PC and consoles on September 3rd 2026. On PC, the game will be available on Steam, and Rebel Wolves has provided detailed PC system requirements for the game. The […]

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Windows “K2” isn’t Windows 12, it’s better than that Microsoft has promised to make Windows 11 faster and more reliable. Over the years, goodwill towards Windows has eroded, and many users have begun actively seeking an alternative. Recently, Microsoft’s focus on Copilot and AI has accelerated this negativity to the point that Microsoft has started […]

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A PlayStation 5 Linux Loader had been released Last month, a modder called Andy Nguyen, also known as “theflow0” and “TheOfficialFloW”, showcased their Linux-powered PlayStation 5 (PS5) and its PC gaming capabilities. Now, the modder has officially released a PS5 Linux Loader on GitHub, allowing others to turn their PlayStation 5 consoles into Linux PCs. […]

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The rumours are false, it’s “business as usual” over at Galax This morning, several reports have claimed that Galax is exiting the GPU market. These reports are false, and Palit has confirmed that its “business as usual” over at Galax and that the company will continue making GPUs. Galax has been part of the Palit […]

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All new laptops in the EU must use USB Type-C for charging (up to 100W) The next stage of the EU’s common charging standard has come into force. As of today, new laptop models sold in the EU must support USB Type-C charging. The only exception to this rule is laptops that can charge with […]

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Corsair has built an affordable solution to the 12V-2×6 problem Corsair has officially launched its new ThermalProtect 12V-2×6 power cables, adding cable over-temperature protection to its 600W GPU power cables. This feature shuts down GPUs when unsafe temperatures are detected, allowing users to remove and reseat their cables before any damage to their system occurs. […]

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Nvidia has released a new 12GB version of its RTX 5070 mobile graphics card Nvidia has officially launched its 12GB RTX 5070 mobile GPU, upgrading its existing model with new 24Gb GDDR7 memory modules. This gives the new GPU 4GB more GDDR7 memory than its older 8GB counterpart. Nvidia’s new RTX 5070 12GB will exist […]

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The Division Resurgence is now available on PC through Ubisoft Connect Following the game’s release on iOS and Android, Ubisoft’s The Division Resurgence is now available on PC in “Early Access”. Resurgence is a free-to-play looter-shooter RPG that’s set in New York City. The game offers 3rd-person tactical combat and is playable solo or in […]

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Xbox still has no launch timeline for “Project Helix” In a recent interview, Asha Sharma, the CEO of Xbox, confirmed that Microsoft’s next-generation “Project Helix” console will be impacted by the global memory shortage. Memory pricing will impact pricing and availability. At this time, Xbox is not ready to share its launch timeline for its […]

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Valve’s next-gen Steam Deck is in development, but it won’t launch soon Valve has confirmed that its Steam Controller is launching next week, but that’s not the only piece of hardware that Valve’s working on. The Steam Machine and Steam Frame are still due to launch this year, and Valve is already working on its […]

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Valve’s Steam Controller is launching on May 4th Valve has officially confirmed that its new Steam Controller is launching on May 4th at 10 AM Pacific time. In the UK, that translates to 6 PM BST. The controller will be released ahead of Valve’s upcoming Steam Machine and Steam Frame, both of which are due […]

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High CPU demand is allowing Intel to sell “binned down” CPUs that would otherwise have been considered “scrap” Q1 2026 has been a strong quarter for Intel. It drove revenue and margin growth, resulting in much higher earnings. Intel has already confirmed growing yield for its foundry nodes, resulting in more usable CPUs per wafer. […]

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Star Wars Galactic Racer release date leaks on Steam Star Wars Galactic Racer is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most exciting racing games. With fast-paced racing, various vehicle types, and its Star Wars underground setting, it is unlike most modern racing games. While Star Wars: Galactic Racer was unveiled with a “2026” release […]

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Microsoft’s finally fixing Windows Update – Here’s how Microsoft’s finally listening to feedback. Windows users are finally getting more control over Windows Update. Starting now, with Windows 11’s Dev Channel and Experimental versions, users have new options that give them control over Windows updates. In time, these changes will roll out to all Windows 11 […]

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Noctua releases 3D CAD models for most of its products Noctua has released official 3D CAD models for many of its products, enabling CAD users and animators to incorporate Noctua products into their designs and renders. These models are free to download for many Noctua products and are available as STEP files. These files are […]

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Alien Isolation’s sequel will use Unreal Engine 5 – Creative Assembly Confirms Creative Assembly have recently released a teaser trailer for what could be Alien Isolation 2. Now, a Creative Assembly job listing has confirmed that their sequel to Alien Isolation will be “built in Unreal Engine 5”. Gamers should note that the original Alien […]

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Valve Steam Controller release date revealed by leaked review Another review outlet has accidentally leaked its Steam Controller review. While the review is now hidden, it has unveiled the release date for Valve’s new controller. According to 4Gamers, the controller will be released on May 4th at 3 PM in Japan local time. Last week, […]

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LG is reportedly making 27-inch OLED gaming monitors with Samsung QD-OLED screens According to multiple reports via FlatPanelsHD, LG reportedly plans to create new 27-inch 240Hz OLED monitors using Samsung’s QD-OLED display panels. This means it will use OLED screens manufactured by their direct competitor, rather than one of LG Display’s OLED panels. DLG Display currently manufactures […]

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Samsung boosts DRAM cell density by 50% with new “4F square cell” tech Samsung is reportedly breaking past the 10nm DRAM barrier with its new 10a DRAM technology. Using a new Vertical Channel Transistor (VCT) process, Samsung is reducing the size of its DRAM cells by adding capacitors on top of transistors. Until now, these […]

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ASUS’ enhanced 12V-2×6 cable now has a price tag Earlier this month, ASUS unveiled its ROG Equalizer 12V-2×6 power cable. Now, ASUS has listed this cable on its official US storefront (thanks to Uniko’s Hardware) with an official price tag of $49.99. So far, this cable has only been listed in the US. This means that UK […]

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Creative Assembly teases their next Alien Isolation game Alien Isolation is almost twelve years old, and it remains one of the best Alien games ever made. Today, Creative Assembly has started teasing something new on its Alien: Isolation social media channels, suggesting the company will soon be ready to unveil its next Alien game. Creative […]

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Valve Steam Controller pricing leaks An early review of Valve’s Steam Controller has been released and swiftly taken down by the YouTuber TechyTalk, unveiling the controller’s pricing ahead of its official launch. Based on the leaked review, the controller will cost $99 in the US, making it more expensive than standard PS5 or Xbox Series […]

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It looks like Intel has no plans to release ARC Xe3P-based Discrete Gaming GPUs According to the leaker Jaykihn, Intel has cancelled its plans for an ARC Xe3P-based discrete gaming GPU, and they did so “long ago”. This will leave Intel’s ARC “Battlemage” B580 without a successor based on their newer “Celestial” architecture. However, this […]

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Star Wars Galactic Racer will be easy to run on PC, though it boasts some high-end features Fuse Games’ Star Wars: Galactic Racer now has PC system requirements on Steam, setting a low hardware baseline for the new fast-paced racing game. The game is coming to PC this year, and its minimum GPU is a […]

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Big names are reportedly working on a movie based on the “Battlefield” franchise According to the Hollywood Reporter, Christopher McQuarrie and Michael B. Jordan are meeting with Hollywood studios and streaming giants to make a movie based on EA’s “Battlefield” series. Battlefield 6 was the US’ best-selling game of 2026, outpacing Call of Duty: Black […]

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The NAND shortage is causing SSD pricing to spike The DRAM shortage has hit the PC market hard, but rising NAND prices are forcing further price increases. The growing NAND shortage is impacting the affordability of new PCs, driving SSD prices up to insane levels. Today, a Samsung 990 PRO 1TB SSD costs £209.99 through […]

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Intel Foundry reports growing yields and strong 14A progress Intel has reported its Q1 2026 financials, with revenue growth, margin expansion, and higher earnings. For Intel Foundry, Intel has reported “improved output and productivity” with its Intel 7, 3, and 3 lithography nodes. Additionally, Intel has reported “progress ahead of expectations” on Intel 18A and […]

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Ubisoft updates The Crew 2’s offline mode to add liveries and statistics After releasing their “Hybrid Mode” for The Crew 2 in October, which makes the game playable offline, Ubisoft has released its first major update for the new game mode. Until now, The Crew 2’s offline mode lacked a “My Livery” menu, which prevents […]

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Intel says that optimisation is critical for modern PC games – Software is holding back hardware Intel’s Robert Hallock has been discussing PC game optimisation and its impact on modern CPU performance. He argues that software optimisation plays a much larger role than it did before, and that PC gamers underestimate its impact. In an […]

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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag is getting a full remake on PC and current-gen consoles Ubisoft has officially unveiled Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, a full remake of 2013’s Assassin’s Creed Black Flag. The game is due to launch on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on July 9th, with the PC version coming to the […]

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Z970 could replace B860 as Intel’s next mainstream DIY motherboard chipset Intel’s Robert Hallock has confirmed that Intel wants to release “more and more” unlocked CPUs. According to the leaker Jaykihn, Intel will also be promoting this with its next-generation motherboards, pushing its Z970 chiplet as the unofficial successor to B860. While B960 motherboards will […]

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Death Standing 2 receives further Steam Deck optimisations alongside new fixes Update 1.5 has been released for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, further optimising the game for Valve’s Steam Deck handheld while delivering various other improvements. Nixxes and Kojima Productions have confirmed that further improvements to the game are currently in the works. Death […]

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Ready to resync? Ubisoft has confirmed that it will be hosting a “Worldwide reveal showcase” for Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced today. The event will start at 5 PM BST, with Ubisoft saying that “The Iconic Solo Pirate Adventure Returns”. If this statement is correct, we are unlikely to see any multiplayer modes for this […]

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TSMC doesn’t need High-NA EUV to complete its current roadmap – A12, A13, and N2U nodes unveiled TSMC has unveiled its newest technology roadmap, which extends until 2029. On it, TSMC has unveiled three new lithography nodes, none of which require High-NA EUV machines. TSMC believes that standard Low-NA EUV machines will be used for […]

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JEDEC is shifting the focus of LPDDR6 from mobile platforms to datacenters – Thanks AI Last year, JEDEC unveiled its JESD209-6 LPDDR6 memory standard, a new high-bandwidth memory type designed for phones, laptops, and other mobile platforms. Now, JEDEC has previewed new updates to the standard, shifting its focus from mobile platforms to “datacenter and […]

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