General Tech

It has been around four years since Microsoft first unveiled the HoloLens. Things have been quiet for the emerging AR headset for a while now but it looks like we might be getting a look at a second generation headset next month. Microsoft is going to be attending Mobile World …

Alongside brand new cases, peripherals and its part in ASRock’s Phantom Gaming Alliance, Cooler Master has, of course, unveiled a range of new thermal options at CES 2019. Ensuring there’s something for everyone, Cooler Master has introduced three new tower coolers and a brand new series of fans, all clad …

Back in 2015, Amazon introduced Dash Buttons to its speedy replenishment services, allowing customers to place an order on consumables at the click of a single button. The technology has now been banned in Germany, after a Munich regional court found the technology to be in violation of consumer laws …

Motherboard and graphics card manufacturer ASRock has taken to CES 2019 to unveil its brand new partnership with Cooler Master and memory maker TEAMGROUP.  Launching its new Phantom Gaming line of motherboards, this newfound partnership program will see a range of certified hardware adopt a unified aesthetic, starting with new …

Discrimination in video game development studios was a prominent topic throughout last year, but it’s fair to say that the conversation is far from over. Blizzard seems to be the latest alleged culprit, as former esports programmes coordinator Jules Murillo-Cuellar blamed racism and favouritism for his abrupt departure back in …

Edifier has consistently impressed us over the last year and it looks like 2019 is also going to be a good one. At CES today, Edifier made a number of announcements, one of which was the S90HD, a 4.1 home theatre sound system, complete with a sound bar in the …

Little by little, Elgato has revolutionised just about every area of content creation possible, from capture cards to collapsible green screens. Taking to CES 2019, the company has unveiled its most comprehensive launch to date, introducing its new Key Light and Thunderbolt 3 Pro Dock for desktops, Screen Link for …

Rumours surrounding Apple expanding into the TV space have circulated for years. We know that the company is planning its own streaming service, and at one point toyed with the idea of releasing its own living room display. Instead of creating its own TV, Apple has decided to forge partnerships …

Acer first debuted the concept of its 2-in-1 Predator Triton 900 laptop back at IFA 2018, able to flip and manoeuvre the display thanks to the unusually designed hinge. Initially keeping hush about what was under the hood, Acer has finally divulged what consumers can expect from the convertible notebook’s …

Update: Although HP’s Omen X Emperium is being marketed at 144Hz, PR representative Jen Andersson has confirmed to KitGuru all BFGD devices are set to ship at 120Hz. Owners will then have the option to manually overclock the display within the settings. Original Story: Nvidia’s effort to bring 4K, 144Hz …

Grey market key resellers have always proven divisive, coming under fire for their alleged role in depriving developers and publishers of sales. This is no longer a problem in Japan, as the country has opted to outright ban the resale of digital keys in their entirety. Japan’s Unfair Competition Prevention …

In November, Tesla replaced Chairman Elon Musk with Robyn Denholm as per an agreement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Continuing to comply with the SEC’s requirements, Tesla has appointed two more board members at the end of last week; however their close relationship with Musk has raised …

While the decision was eventually reversed, HMV garnered a lot of criticism during its first administration back in 2013 for refusing to accept gift cards as method of payment. It looks as though the retailer isn’t making the same mistake twice, as HMV falls into administration for a second time. …

ASUS and its Republic of Gamers brand have made impressive strides in the display market since 2015, managing to take the title of “World Leader” in sales for the fourth consecutive year. The firm is currently running its own giveaway in celebration of the news, offering up a number of …

Discord has slowly but surely been expanding its storefront over the past couple of months, most recently introducing Early Access titles. Starting next year, the platform will be opening up its store for self-publication, ushering in a new leading revenue split that edges out competition. Although Discord beat Epic Games …

The Independent Workers Union of Great Britain is expanding its scope, becoming the world’s first union to represent the video game industry. Its newly announced branch, called Game Workers Unite, follows in the aftermath of multiple controversies that have seen claims of developer crunch, unaddressed harassment and forced redundancies without …

Leo has a lot to say this week, and he bought an iPAD PRO, Gen 3. His first Apple product, ever !

Fans expressed disappointment when Sony revealed the 20 games included on its PlayStation Classic, from the absence of popular titles to the inclusion of more obscure ones. Just one week after its launch, hackers have managed to break the encryption built to prevent users loading whatever they wanted onto the …

Updates surrounding the film adaptation of Metro 2033 have been relatively dry since American film company MGM acquired the rights to the novel back in 2012. Sadly, or perhaps thankfully depending on the reader, production has now ceased as screenwriters failed make the Russia-based story all about America. Upon its …

As KitGuru continues its own Advent Calendar filled with goodies to win this month, there are still plenty more giveaways out there not to be overlooked. Those that missed out on Day 5’s NITRO+ RX 580 graphics cards are in luck, as Sapphire’s “Show Your Rig” competition is open for …

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Holiday deals are well under way at Overclockers UK, but buyers only have a limited window left to order in time for Christmas. Those still counting the pennies are in luck, however as the retailer has taken a very KitGuru approach in hosting multiple giveaways up until Christmas day. “Christmas …

Another day, another data breach but this time it isn’t the ever-infamous social network. No, this time it’s the community-run question-and-answer website Quora, which has revealed that a hacker has managed to thieve data from up to 100 million users. Following a weekend of investigation, Quora began notifying affected users …

China has had to wave goodbye to websites like Google, Facebook and Twitch, yet Steam has miraculously remained accessible over the years – albeit without all of its features. It seems as though local players have grown accustomed to the level of freedom the platform provides, going as far as …

In an effort to maintain its position as a one-stop shop for all things, Amazon is slowly rolling out a compatibility checker on various PC parts. Dubbed the “Part Finder”, users will be able to utilise the tool to check the brand and model number of existing systems to ensure …

Whether you design professionally or as a hobby, there’s no shortage of compelling tools to help you hone your craft and produce beautiful, engaging end products. But purchasing a new tool and learning how to use it entails an investment of money and time; how can you know which ones …

Although Australia’s ECRC has already concluded that loot boxes are “psychologically akin to gambling”, a new report from the Australian Senate has called for further action. Just days after the FTC launches its own investigation in the US, pressure has mounted for the Australian government to follow suit following a …

Last year, Elgato took another step in becoming a one-stop-shop for live streaming and video, expanding into Ultra HD with its 4K60 capture card. Now, content creators can match their high-resolution gameplay with Ultra HD camera footage courtesy of the newly unveiled Cam Link 4K. While the Corsair-owned company has …

Peripheral manufacturers Logitech entered negotiations with Plantronics last week, offering a staggering $2.2 billion to acquire the US communications company. Although inside sources explained that the buyout could come as early as this week, Logitech has abruptly ended talks and removed its offer from the table. Logitech isn’t shy of …

Throughout November, YouTube has been experimenting with its advertisements, effectively doubling the entry requirement to watch content on the platform. Officially announced last week, “ad pods” showcase two back-to-back commercials in an effort to move away from interruptions in the middle of a video while retaining a similar level of …