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Microsoft may have downplayed recent rumours about the return of Fable and Perfect Dark but evidence elsewhere continues to stack up. The latest discovery is Microsoft very recently renewed the trademark for the Fable IP, coinciding with rumours that Playground Games is working on a reboot.  The rumour that Playground …

With Microsoft's new Windows 10 2004 update, the company added a “mysterious new optional feature called Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling” – a feature that is said to reduce latency caused by buffering between the CPU and GPU. Microsoft explains that “with the right hardware and drivers, Windows can now offload most …

ASUS is bringing Christmas in July back this year, complete with discounts on laptops, monitors and other hardware. Alongside this, rebate offers are also still in the table and there are plenty of giveaways also planned for those who would like to test their luck.  If you're in need of …

Each month, Microsoft adds new games to Xbox Game Pass, the company’s Netflix-like game subscription service. The console manufacturer has now announced which games subscribers can look forward to for the month of July. Four titles are set to be arriving, including Fallout 76 and Soul Calibur VI. Microsoft chooses …

Genesis has announced a new ultralight gaming mouse, the Xenon 800. This RGB-enabled gaming mouse features an “ultralight construction, weight system, high fidelity sensor, and Japanese Omron switches.” The Xenon 800 is equipped with a PMW3389 sensor that offers a resolution of up to 16,000 DPI, 50G acceleration and tracking …

There's been a few AMD game bundles going around recently, as the company first give away free copies of Horizon Zero Dawn with its Ryzen CPUs, and that bundle is set to be replaced with Assassin's Creed Valhalla. Fortunately, AMD will also update its “Raise the Game” GPU bundle, giving …

iiyama is about to release a new 4K monitor for high-resolution lovers. The Prolite XU2792UHSU-B1 is similar to the company's Prolite XUB2792UHSU, with the main difference being the non-adjustable monitor stand. With the launch of the Prolite XU2792UHSU-B1, iiyama is adding its first 4K monitor to the company's XU series. Using a 27-inch …

An AIO with an LCD display, whatever next?!

Kolink has released three new cases via Overclockers UK – the Inspire K7, and the Observatory Lite and Lite Mesh RGB. These three cases were designed to be cost-effective, offering premium features at a more affordable price point. The list of features on offer includes ARGB fans and LED strips, …

We heard last week that Microsoft's big July Xbox Series X showcase wouldn't be happening until later in the month. Now, we have a more specific date narrowed down thanks to new reports. Sources are also indicating that third-party games will be shown alongside first-party titles.  According to VideoGameChronicle and …

We'll have to wait a bit longer to get our hands on Crysis Remastered.

Amazon Game Studios' has been working on a number of projects for years now. Back in May, the company managed to release Crucible, which quickly garnered a mixed reception. Now almost two months later, the game is going back into closed beta.  A couple of weeks after release, Crucible ‘retired' …

Death Stranding is officially coming to PC on the 14th of July. With just two weeks left to go, Kojima Productions has released a PC-specific launch trailer for the game, showing off some of it in action. We also have some new details on PC features, including support for Nvidia …

Qualcomm has announced the next iteration of its smartwatch platform, the Snapdragon Wear 4100. The Snapdragon Wear 4100 is said to bring 85% better performance than the previous generation, alongside increased battery life. This new SoC from Qualcomm, the Snapdragon Wear 4100, utilises 12nm low-power process technology and is “designed …

FSP is expanding its portfolio of open frame power solutions with a new unit. The FSP420-2F47-A54H is a 420W PSU designed to be used in IoT applications, including PoE switches and NVR applications. The reduced dimensions of this power supply make it perfect to be used in tight spaces. With the exponential …

It's a PSU like you've never seen before - introducing Seasonic CONNECT

ASRock has just launched the new Radeon RX 5600 XT Challenger Pro 6G OC. Featuring a triple-fan design, the Radeon RX 5600 XT Challenger Pro 6G OC comes with ASRock's new shroud design, a factory overclocked core, as well as 6GB of 14Gbps GDDR6 memory. Aimed at delivering a “smooth 1080p gaming …

Previously spotted on Amazon, the Corsair iCUE LT100 smart lighting towers have been officially announced. These RGB lighting towers are the latest addition to Corsair's portfolio of RGB ambient lighting products in the iCUE smart lighting ecosystem. The iCUE LT100 smart lighting towers come in a kit with two aluminium towers each …

We've learned a few more details about the 'Lockhart' console, including details on specs, performance and when this hardware was originally planned to release...

In an oddly timed move, Microsoft has reportedly stopped all advertising spending on Facebook and Instagram. Given that Microsoft is one of the biggest spenders on Zuckerberg's platforms, this is an important shift, but it comes at an odd time, as Microsoft just partnered with Facebook Gaming following the shutdown …

Nowadays, there is a lot of emphasis on laptops becoming lighter and more portable, offering thinner bezels and thinner chassis designs. The OneGx1 from One Netbook, however, takes that a step further – featuring a 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor, Wi-Fi 6 and a 1900×1200 touchscreen, all in a …

We review Samsung's latest QLC SSD 870 QVO

Nintendo has caught plenty of flack for Joy-Con Drift, an issue that the company continues to tip-toe around due to various lawsuits brewing. There was a slight change in messaging this week though, as Nintendo President, Shuntaro Furukawa addressed the problem during an investor Q&A session.  Speaking during the session, …

Back in April, Crytek officially announced Crysis Remastered, bringing back the hardware-crippling shooter with all of the latest graphical enhancements that CryEngine has to offer. We haven't seen much of the game in action, but the gameplay trailer has hit the web and we have some screenshots too.  The Crysis Remastered …

Infinity Ward has been experimenting with Call of Duty Warzone each season. The latest update will see the mode's player count bumped up again from 150 players to 200, who will compete in teams of four to be the last one standing.  The mode was announced yesterday evening and should …

EK is expanding its Quantum Torque series of fittings with over 20 new static extenders. By using these extenders, you can easily interconnect your components by adjusting the tube positioning without overworking the tubing itself. Designed to match the EK-Quantum Torque fittings, these static extenders consist of 21 models with …

It seems that we are edging closer to the release of the Ryzen 4000 “Vermeer” processors. Reports claim that the next-generation of AMD desktop processors are already in “B0 stepping”. On the other hand, the Ryzen 5000 “Cezanne” and “Van Gogh” APUs might still be some way off, given that …

Can B550 support older Ryzen chips after all? These screenshots suggest it may well be possible...

During WWDC this month, Apple announced its big move to ARM processors inside of Macs, marking the biggest hardware transition for Mac users since the move from PowerPC to Intel in the mid-2000s. This week, developers began receiving their transition kit hardware, featuring the Apple Silicon A12Z SoC. The Developer …

It has been almost two years since Warner Bros' Harry Potter RPG first leaked, with very early gameplay footage and screenshots hitting the web. Things have been quiet since then, but sources are beginning to speak up, confirming that the game is set in an open-world Hogwarts and other details.  …