Razer is known for constantly updating its gaming mice. This past week, the company announced new features for its Viper V3 Pro and DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed peripherals. These upgrades introduce two new capabilities to enhance precision and increase customisation options for PC gamers. The first new feature, Mouse Rotation, allows …
Read More »Microsoft gaming revenue surpasses Windows following Activision acquisition
Several months on from acquiring Activision Blizzard, Microsoft kicked off 2024 with the announcement that it would be laying off nearly 2000 employees. Unsurprisingly, this has been followed up by a glowing earnings report from Microsoft executives. With the acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Microsoft's gaming business is now one of …
Read More »Xbox makes up just 10% of all physical game sales
Over the past few generations we have seen Microsoft move away from physical media, instead opting to push for an all-digital future. It seems Xbox’s lack of a physical presence has had an impact on sales, with just 10% of all physical media being spent on Xbox. As reported by …
Read More »GAME UK to end its trade-in service
For many, a staple part of their childhood gaming habits would have been to trade in older games in order to buy the latest and greatest new releases. With the rise of digital media, we have seen retailers cut back on their in-person presence. One way in which UK retailer …
Read More »New PS5 update enables 8TB SSD upgrades, Dolby Atmos and more
Sony has rolled out its latest PS5 Software update to all users, enabling new features and improvements for the console. The headlining feature here is an increase in M.2 SSD storage compatibility. Following this update, you’ll now be able to add an extra 8TB of storage to the PS5 console. …
Read More »Latest AMD Software Adrenalin driver introduces Anti-Lag+, Boost, and HYPR-RX
The latest version of AMD's Adrenalin software has been made available. Besides introducing support for Radeon RX 7700 and RX 7800 series graphics cards, the 23.9.1 version of the graphics driver brings new features, including AMD Radeon Anti-Lag, Radeon Boost, and AMD HYPR-RX. Initially, Anti-Lag+ will only support 12 games, …
Read More »New PS5 software update brings much-needed improvements
One of the most exciting aspects to a new console generation is seeing how a system’s UI looks and functions. While the PS5 UX does appear modern, it is a step back in some ways when it comes to functionality. Fortunately, a new system software update is bringing with it …
Read More »KitGuru Games: PS5 Software – One Year Later
In a previous edition of the KitGuru Games column, we discussed the hardware of the PlayStation 5 and all that it has offered over the past year. Now, we will look at the latest and greatest that PlayStation has to offer on the software front.
Read More »Upcoming PS5 software update to add SSD support, 3D audio on TVs, Trophy tracking and more
While the PS5 is a powerful console with many worthwhile exclusive titles, the software experience of the machine has been somewhat lackluster, with many promised features not yet being enabled. Finally, it has been confirmed that the next major system update will bring with it SSD support, 3D audio for …
Read More »Nintendo Switch updated to firmware 10.0.0 bringing a much-requested feature
Since its release in 2017, the Nintendo Switch has seen consistent firmware updates to improve various aspects of the hybrid console. The console has now reached a milestone firmware update – 10.0.0. Though the upgrades may be smaller than the number suggests, firmware 10.0.0 does bring with it one of …
Read More »CES 2020: Corsair unveil the K95 RGB Platinum XT mechanical gaming keyboard
Corsair has had an active CES 2020 so far with launches of new CPU coolers and Elgato 4K capture devices already showcased. The company has also announced a new K95 RGB Platinum XT mechanical keyboard to be the ideal companion for content creators. The new Corsair K95 RGB Platinum XT …
Read More »FACEIT and Google create new chat AI to tackle toxic gamers
In any game with a chat function, you’ll inevitably come across offensive messages. Google and FACEIT are attempting to tackle this issue with its new Minerva AI, which uses machine learning to issue warnings to, as well as ban, toxic players. If early tests are any indication, it seems to …
Read More »USB Group to issue software fix for dodgy USB Type-C cables
Over the last few months, quite a bit of awareness has been risen over cheap USB Type-C cables that don't adhere to the proper specification. These cables have been proven to cause damage to electronic devices, with one Google engineer frying a laptop with one but now, the USB Group …
Read More »Razer releases Cortex: Gamecaster streaming/recording tool
Razer is looking to make it easier for you to stream or record gameplay footage with Cortex: Gamecaster, its new lightweight software that allows for game and audio capture with a sleek, unobtrusive user interface. Using Cortex: Gamecaster, users can stream to Twitch, YouTube Gaming or even lesser known sites …
Read More »AMD: We need to invest in software to tap new markets
Advanced Micro Devices develops world-class graphics processing hardware. The company’s GPUs pose serious competition to Nvidia Corp.’s graphics solutions on the PC market. However, when it comes to professional graphics or high-performance computing applications, Nvidia has loads of advantages thanks to its fine drivers and comprehensive software suite. Apparently, AMD …
Read More »Rat on your business’ pirating to the BSA for a possible cash payout
Do you want to earn some money for ratting on your employer? Well now you can! Thanks to a scheme by trade group the Business Software Alliance, those that snitch on their bosses, co workers and other business professionals for using pirated software can now “pay off [their] credit card …
Read More »Cougar’s new ‘digital PSU’ gives you details on demand
If you were an overclocker back in the day, your best friend was a standard graphite pencil, but over the years, taking your system beyond its default performance has become more popular and ultimately that bit easier. And that's at least partially thanks to hardware and software companies offering tools to keep track …
Read More »Start10 the Windows 10 Start menu replacement from Stardock
While some of us have no problem navigating and customizing the Windows Start menu in Windows 8, there are a few who just cannot get to grips with it, or hate the changes that it brought. Seeing as things are not going to change all that much with Windows 10, …
Read More »Top DJs spotted using pirated software
It says something about the software industry when it isn't just penniless students that are pirating music programs, but multi-millionaire DJs as well. Quite a few of them in-fact, as footage from recent interviews with several of them has shown a good number utilising pirated and cracked copies of the world's …
Read More »Lenovo “messed up” with Superfish bloatware
Lenovo has recently been in hot water due to its use of Superfish, or what it calls “shopping aid” software, that it pre-installed on some of its laptops between September and January. It had originally said that the software was only being pulled temporally, while it waited for a new version …
Read More »Razer announces Razer Arena competitive gaming software
Razer has revealed its new ‘Razer Arena' software, which will allow users to automate the process of finding competitive gaming servers and then tracking your progress. The community will also be able to organize their own competitions and tournaments. First of the software's functions is automatic match creation and reporting, …
Read More »Could Windows 10 and beyond be a subscription service?
Following remarks made at the Credit Suisse Technology Conference by Kevin Turner, Microsoft's chief operating officer, there has been some speculation that Windows 10 could be released for free, or at least at a very low price while being backed by some subscription services. Here's what Turner had to say: “We’ve …
Read More »T-Mobile files lawsuit against Huawei over stolen robot tech
T-Mobile has filed a lawsuit against Chinese firm, Huawei, after its staff attempted to sneak in to T-Mobile offices and steal software and technology behind the carrier's phone testing robot, which is nicknamed ‘Tappy'. Huawei employees allegedly stole the software and specifications for the robot, they also took secret photos …
Read More »Adobe security breach outs 3 million customer details
We reported on Adobe's announced hack earlier today, where it was thought likely that nothing too serious had been done, but a few encrypted passwords might have been taken. Now we've had further word from Adobe that it's worse; much worse. The latest revelation, is that over 2.9 million customer …
Read More »Bournemouth University takes on cybercrime with Cryptic
The days of academic work being completely independent are probably long behind us. In fact, with students coming out of college with a load of debt, they will be glad if their studies are going to lead to a good job in a relevant industry. Cue Bournemouth University and its …
Read More »3-Sweep will blow your mind
3-Sweep is a new piece of software being developed by a team of researchers at Tel Aviv university in Israel that takes objects from old 2D pictures and pops them into the 3rd dimension. 3D conversion isn't exactly new but this is quite unique, pin-pointing certain points of the picture …
Read More »What happens to spam after you die?
It's an interesting question – and certainly something that can be classified, for now, as a ‘first world problem'. But, sooner or later, the question of ‘What happens to a person's data when they're dead' will come up for almost everyone on the planet. KitGuru plays the theme tune from …
Read More »Roccat Kone Pure Gaming Mouse Review (w/ Hiro Gaming Surface)
As the second mouse from Roccat's updated Kone series to hit our labs, the Kone Pure looks to offer the same excellent gaming performance as its sibling – the Kone XTD – while reducing the physical dimensions and retail price. Does the Kone Pure have what it takes to impress …
Read More »Orange OPC Review
There are a large number of companies in the UK who would be willing to build a PC to your own specification providing you're willing to put up enough cash. There isn't a whole lot which differentiates these PCs from each other, though, as you're usually restricted to the same …
Read More »Steam will feature desktop software in September
Valve's Steam digital download platform will offer more than just games once September rolls around, confirming the rumour from a few weeks ago that office like desktop software would be available through the service. As of yet, no confirmation has been given on what sort of applications will be available, …
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