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Microsoft to send out invites for new Xbox dashboard

The Xbox One is set to get some huge updates in November. Not only is backwards compatibility for Xbox 360 games coming to the console, but the entire user interface is getting an overhaul, with a brand new dashboard, powered by Windows 10. Microsoft has been showing it off for …

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Divinity: Original Sin 2 gets more stretch goals

Divinity: Original Sin 2 is continuing to dominate over on Kickstarter, with most of the previously announced stretch goals being reached. Now, Larian Studios has added a few more to the mix to encourage extra funding. Now, the stretch goals run up to the $2 million mark. Right now, the …

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OS X El Capitan GM build releases for beta testers

Apple's next version of the OS X operating system is on the way, with developers and beta testers receiving the GM candidate build this week. OS X 10.11 El Capitan launches in full later this month on the 30th of September, as a free update for all Mac users, though …

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Two more banks now support Apple pay in the UK

Apple Pay in the UK is expanding, with two more banks signing on to support the technology. Halifax and Lloyds bank customers will now be able to use Apple Pay on the iPhone 6, iPhone 6S and the Apple Watch. Barclays is still behind though and has yet to support …

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Win MAD MAX this weekend on PC!

This weekend we are running a little competition on our Facebook page – to win MAD MAX on the PC. All you have to do is join our silly Facebook comment thread and place a funny/entertaining caption to the image. We announce the winner on Monday morning.   It means …

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One Plus apologises over OnePlus 2 launch

OnePlus has gone ahead and offered an apology to those who were frustrated by the launch of the company's latest smartphone, the OnePlus 2. Ahead of its launch, OnePlus seemed fairly confident in its plans and had hoped to make things go smoother than they did with the original OnePlus …

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Is a torrent vigilante aiding the music industry?

Torrent uploaders – and to a lesser extent downloaders – face the ever present threat of being discovered. If they're prolific, the knock at the door may come from a SWAT battering ram, but casual seeders may just receive a letter or email from a music lobby group or copyright …

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Plusnet issues apology over customer DNS downing

If you're broadband is provided by Plusnet and you've been suffering from problematic internet connectivity over the past 24 hours, it's not your fault. The ISP has apologised for customers over a DNS issue that left many unable to access certain websites and online services, which forced some to use alternative …

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Here’s what goes bump in the dark in SOMA

SOMA is another atmospheric horror title from the maker of Amnesia Dark Descent, Frictional Games. It's been described as not quite as pure horror as its earlier work, but that doesn't mean it isn't scary or dangerous deep under the sea. In-fact there are lots of monsters and creatures that …

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Apple’s iPad Pro and productivity tablets could be threat for Intel – Analyst

If Apple manages to popularize its iPad Pro tablet among professionals, then over time such devices could expand their market presence and compete against various notebooks and 2-in-1s based on microprocessors from Intel Corp. Even though Apple’s iPad Pro introduced this week leverages Apple iOS ecosystem, the new product does …

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Asustek unveils lineup of advanced 7.1-channel Strix audio cards

Asustek Computer is virtually the only company, which still produces audio cards for gamers. On Thursday the company introduced three new sound cards, which belong to its Strix family of products. The new cards are based on advanced C-Media audio processors and are designed to provide premium quality audio experience …

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Apple halves its iCloud storage prices

Apple had a big day yesterday, launching the new Apple TV, iPad Pro, iPad Mini and the iPhone 6S. There were so many announcements last night that this one may have slipped under the radar. Yesterday, Apple went ahead and halved the prices for its iCloud storage. As a standard, …

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Microsoft is shutting down Xbox Live Indie Games

Back in the Xbox 360 days, Microsoft launched Xbox Live Indie Games to allow developers to self publish their titles. However, with that console on its way out, so are some of its dedicated Xbox Live programs. Microsoft has announced today that the Xbox Live Indie Games program is no …

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Google is launching Android Pay today

Google has been preparing its second attempt at breaking in to mobile payments following the success and adoption of Apple Pay. Google's new implementation is called ‘Android Pay' and it is launching today in the US, with support for phones running Android 4.4 KitKat and above. The new app will …

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Gigabyte Xtreme Gaming: graphics cards with hand-picked GPUs

Gigabyte Technology’s G1 Gaming graphics cards and mainboards are known for their outstanding performance, overclocking potential and capabilities. However, such products are primarily designed for gamers and modders. For those, who want to have even higher quality and overclocking potential, Gigabyte on Thursday introduced its new lineup of products, the …

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iOS 9 will roll out next week

Apple's annual September event took place yesterday, at which we saw the new iPhones, a new Apple TV and the new iPad Pro and iPad Mini. Along with these new devices, Apple users will be getting a software upgrade, with iOS 9 set to roll out next week on the …

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Space X launch parameters angering local residents

As much as Space X launches might be something the world at large can delight in when they – almost –  land a rocket on a barge, or run test flights of their manned capsule system, not everyone is so pleased. For the 26 residents of the village nearby the launch …

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DotA 2 Reborn revamps client, ditches Source 1

As much as the Source Engine may have changed the game for, well, videogames back in the day, it's been getting a little long in the tooth. Perhaps then it's a good thing that Valve has finally put it out to pasture, with the DotA 2 Reborn update, which has …

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