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Sony and Microsoft Reach Deal to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation

After months of drama and resistance from Sony, Microsoft and Sony have finally reached an agreement to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation after the proposed acquisition. Both Microsoft and Sony had been negotiating for over a year to reach an agreement that would be mutually beneficial. Today, Xbox announced…

Leaked Radeon RX 7800 16GB TimeSpy Score Shows 17% Improvement Over Last Generation’s RX 6800

Just yesterday, we covered MLID’s leaks claiming that AMD plans to unveil the remaining RDNA3 SKUs sometime in August. These upcoming GPUs include the Radeon RX 7800 16GB and the RX 7700 12GB. Today, hardware leaker All_The_Watts has shared a leaked TimeSpy benchmark of the aforementioned RX 7800 16GB. Radeon…

Xbox Gamepass Bug Gives you 3 Free Ultimate Months at The Price of One

One of the most famous subscriptions among PC and Xbox gamers has been Xbox Game Pass for a while now. Microsoft has wasted no opportunity to promote the game, and the recent Activision arrangement has brought it even more attention and new customers. The Microsoft Game Pass can also be…

AMD Rumored to Announce RX 7800 16GB & RX 7700 12GB in August, Release Planned for September

AMD announced RDNA3 last year in early November. Initially, we only saw the Navi31 GPU used on the 7900 series of Radeon RX GPUs. Navi33 came with the RX 7600, however, we are still yet to see the mid-ranged Navi32 SKU. Moore’s Law Is Dead alleges that AMD will announce…

FTC Loses Appeal of Ruling, Allowing Microsoft to Move Forward with the Deal

After months of regulatory approvals, Microsoft has finally cleared its biggest hurdle. The Federal Trade Commission has lost its appeal of the July 10th ruling that allowed the deal to go ahead.  Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals denies FTC’s appeal | US Courts Earlier this week, Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley…

Reddit Is Deleting Your Old Chats, But There’s a Way to Get Them Back

Over the past few months, there has been a lot of talk going around Reddit, and its API policy changes, where they have asked for ginormous amounts of money for third-party apps to use its API. As a result, over 10,000 subreddits have gone private. Reddit is adamant on not…

Hori Set to Launch Zelda-Themed Nintendo Controller, Preorders Open

Third-party hardware developer Hori will introduce a new Nintendo Switch controller in October 2023. Players can choose from a wide range of controllers for use with the Switch. In addition to the Switch’s specialized Joy-Con Controllers, Nintendo has now launched certified Switch Pro controllers, providing players with a universal option.…

Why You Can’t Use Threads in the EU (Even with a VPN)

Threads launched earlier this month, and was easily able to rack in over 100 million users in its first month. This however, does not include the dense EU market, as the app is blocked in the region due to concerns surrounding the app’s data collection practices. The Digital Markets Act…

EA Sports FC24 to Recreate Moments from Actual Matches, Releases September 29

EA ‘non-FIFA’ FC24 was just recently revealed during a livestream event, where we got our first look at the game (more on that later), and the release date. Like expected, the game will launch on September 29th, 2023 on Xbox Series X/S, PC, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. The game…

Nothing Goes All “Jony Ive Apple” With Its Latest Phone (2) Preview

Nothing has recently revealed a preview of the Phone (2), that, at first glance might seem a bit familiar, and for good reason. Take a look at this preview uploaded to their channel titled “Meet Phone (2)“ You can clearly see how the thumbnail alone gives off an Apple-esque vibe.…

IEEE Announces the Li-Fi Standard, Enabling Data Transmission Using Light

The IEEE or Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers has added the 802.11bb standard enabling Li-Fi. Li-Fi is a wireless communication technology much like Wi-Fi. The main difference is that Li-Fi uses light to transmit data rather than relying on radio waves. This technology comes with its own set of benefits,…

Google’s Bard AI Chatbot Finally Launches in Europe, With New Updates

Almost a month ago, Google’s AI Chatbot was forced to postpone its launch in Europe, as it faced resistance from the Irish Data Protection Commission, Google’s main data supervisor in the European bloc. The commission had reportedly asked Google to comply with EU’s privacy guidelines and provide a detailed assessment…

Microsoft Activision Deal Could Be Closing on July 17, 2023 as Activision Blizzard Leaves Stock Market

Microsoft‘s acquisition of Activision Blizzard King has been met with significant legal scrutiny. However, the deal has now received approval from regulatory bodies in 39 countries, with only the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) rejecting the acquisition. In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed for a…

Sony Boosts R&D Investment by 10% to $2.1 Billion, Focusing Towards Live Service Gaming

According to a new report, Sony is set to significantly increase its research and development (R&D) spending in the gaming sector, with a particular focus on live service games and the field of extended reality, which merges the physical and digital realms.  The company plans to invest 300 billion yen…

Elon Musk Launches xAI To ‘Understand The Universe’

Elon Musk‘s new company, xAI, has recently announced its launch with a stated goal of understanding the true nature of the universe. The vaguely-worded announcement was made on the official website of the new company | xAI The company plans to share more information during a Twitter Space event on…

Nothing CEO Carl Pei Overcomes His Biggest Fear With Casey Neistat

Nothing, on their YouTube channel recently uploaded the keynote for the new Nothing Phone (2). And, with this company, you always expect something unique. So in this video titled “Introducing Phone (2) ft. Casey Neistat,” you already knew it was going to be ‘fun.’ The video started off with CEO…

This 4TB 5000MB/s Gen4 SSD Can Be Yours For Just $170

Prime Day is here and Amazon has some insane deals prepped for Prime members. Are you looking to upgrade to an NVMe SSD but can’t find seem to find the perfect deal? Maybe Samsung is too costly or Western Digital’s cheaper options are limited to Gen3. We’ve got news for…

Intel Discontinues its NUC (Next Unit of Compute) Lineup of Products

Just now, it has come to light that Intel is planning to abandon its NUC series of products. There were quite a few rumors regarding this, however, ServeTheHome is the first to break the news. Intel Cancels NUC Products The report reads that Intel has planned to stop investment in…

Google Pixel 8 Leak Reveals Exciting Upgrades and Stunning Design

Google Pixel fans can expect some exciting upgrades with the upcoming release of the Google Pixel 8. Leaked information has provided insight into the new smartphone’s specifications and features, highlighting improvements over its predecessor, the Pixel 7. One of the key enhancements is the Pixel 8’s display. It is rumored…

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Live Images Leaked Ahead of Unpacked

Samsung Unpacked is just two weeks away, and there are rumors that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will be unveiled at the event. There have been a lot of back and forth talk on what the phone will offer, what tech is used, but till the launch, there is no…

Raptor Lake Refresh Specifications Leaked, Up to 50% Higher Core Counts for the Mid-Ranged Segment

Hardware leaker RedGamingTech has shared some information regarding Intel’s upcoming 14th Generation CPUs. For the unaware, the 14th Generation will utilize the same Raptor Lake architecture. The actual performance leap will come in the form of higher core counts and more cache. Raptor Lake Refresh The i7-14700K was tested just…

RTX 4090 Overclocked to 4.095GHz, Setting Another World Record

A few days ago, the RTX 4090 was seen breaking the 4GHz barrier. This world record has now been broken by CENS, who has overclocked the RTX 4090 to 4.095GHz. RTX 4090 World Record In a tweet shared by CENS, we can see the RTX 4090 clocked at 4.095GHz. While…

Exclusive: HONOR X6a Renders and Price Leaked

HONOR announced a couple of “X” series devices this year. The HONOR X7a and HONOR X9a were launched at the beginning of the year. The HONOR X7a is a 4G device, while the HONOR X9a is a 5G phone, and both were released in January 2023. The HONOR X8a was…

Pakistan Wins Tekken Nations Cup 3-2 Against Korea

The Tekken 7 Nations Cup Final was a clash of titans, as two of the most dominant teams in the world met to determine who would be crowned the champion. Pakistan and Korea had both faced off in the playoffs, and each team had a history of immense rivalry. But,…

Intel Granite Rapids-D Variant SKUs Confirmed

A document obtained from Computer Base has confirmed the existence of Xeon-D processors using the Granite Rapids architecture. The Granite Rapids lineup of CPUs is bound to arrive sometime in 2024. These CPUs will be Intel’s largest leap in the last decade. More on that in a bit. Granite Rapids-D…

OPPO Reno10 Series Training Module and Launch Offers Leaked

The OPPO Reno10 Series 5G line-up is set to be unveiled in India on July 10, featuring the OPPO Reno10, Reno10 Pro, and Reno10 Pro+. While the three phones in the Reno10 series have already been released in China, it is anticipated that the Indian versions will come with distinct…

[UPDATED] EVGA May Quit PC Business Altogether, Rumors Allege All Employees Have Resigned from EVGA Taiwan

EVGA, a renowned GPU out of the blue decided to part ways with NVIDIA last year. This came as a shock to everyone in the community and also revealed NVIDIA’s behavior with its AIB partners. The company quit making GPUs for NVIDIA and did not partner up with AMD or…

NVIDIA is Apparently Restricting AIBs From Working with Intel on Battlemage

PRO Hi-Tech, courtesy of Videocardz, reports that NVIDIA is supposedly refusing to work with board partners that are to manufacture Intel’s next-gen GPUs. As per this rumor, the situation is so dire that NVIDIA is outright denying such AIBs access to its chips. Team Green is going so far as…

Twitter’s Not Playing Games, Accuses Meta of Developing a “Copycat” App

Earlier today, Meta launched a new “Twitter-like” app in an attempt to fill the void left by Elon Musk‘s recent policy changes for Twitter. However, Twitter has responded by suing Meta, alleging that the app has copied the platform’s overall concept. Twitter Threatens to Sue Meta for Allegedly Stealing Trade…

Meta Says Delete Your Instagram Account to Delete Threads Profile

Meta made headlines yesterday with the launch of its new social application called Threads. Positioned as a direct competitor to Twitter, Threads was developed by Meta’s Instagram team and quickly gained traction, amassing over 11 million users within just seven hours of its release. However, users have recently discovered a…

Vivo Y27 4G Renders, Key Specifications and Prices Leaked

Vivo will soon launch the Vivo Y27 Series in Asian markets. This series will consist of two models: the Vivo Y27 4G and the Vivo Y27 5G. Recently, the devices were spotted on EEC, NBTC, TKDN, and FCC certifications. The Vivo Y27 4G will carry the model number V2249, while…

Meta CEO Tweets After 11 Years to Promote Rival “Threads”

In a surprising turn of events, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta Platforms Inc, has broken his over a decade-long silence on Twitter with a playful jab at Elon Musk. The tweet came on the same day Meta’s Instagram officially unveiled its highly anticipated Twitter substitute, Threads. This move not…

Lenovo Patents Extendable Laptop Camera for Better Viewing Angles

Have you ever been in a video conference where you felt like the others couldn’t see you properly? Or maybe you’ve had to use a separate webcam that was difficult to set up and use. Well, I have, and it’s not nice, or convenient. Lenovo has recognized this issue too,…

Intel Arrow Lake CPUs to Use TSMC’s 3nm Node & May Not Feature Hyperthreading

The rumor mill is running once more and we have more information regarding Intel’s Arrow Lake CPUs. Arrow Lake is the successor to Meteor Lake and was supposed to be the 15th Generation of Intel Core CPUs. At least, before the naming change took place. Allegedly, Intel is planning to…

OPPO Reno10 Series Global Prices Leaked Before Launch

OPPO has revealed its plans to introduce the Reno 10 series in India on July 10th, featuring the Reno 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro+ variants. By skipping the Reno 9 series, the company is presenting the Reno 10 series as a follow-up to last year’s Reno 8 series. The…

Intel Meteor Lake iGPUs To Be as Powerful as The RTX 3050

GMKtec, a Chinese manufacturer has already announced its plans for Intel’s Meteor Lake CPUs. As we discussed before, Meteor Lake will be the first to come under Intel’s new Core Processor umbrella of CPUs. Moreover, the company has also teased the performance metrics of Meteor Lake’s iGPU(s). Currently, Meteor Lake…

Nothing Phone (2) Design Revealed: It’s Just Like the Renders

Its finally here, our first look at the Nothing Phone (2), courtesy of Marques Brownlee. In his recent video titled “Dope Tech: Nothing Phone 2 Redesign!“, MKBHD showed us our first look at the Nothing Phone 2’s design, and its EXACTLY like we’ve seen in the renders. [Now I’m curious…

AMD Zen5-Based Turin Server Specifications Leaked

HXL, a renowned and well-known hardware leaker in the industry has shared a link that highlights AMD’s plans for Zen5. More specifically, we are looking at AMD’s server offerings based on Zen5, also known as Turin. Zen5 for servers, Turin will succeed Genoa and should arrive as the EPYC 9004…

TSMC Becomes Victim of A Massive Data Breach, Hackers Demand $70 Million

Just recently, it has come to light that TSMC, the semiconductor manufacturing giant, has been victim of a large-scale data breach. The company plays a key role in the tech industry, making silicon for Apple, AMD, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and even Intel. TSMC $70 Million Data Breach LockBit confirmed that it…

Sony Knew Call of Duty Was a Major Revenue Driver, But Still Didn’t See It as a Threat

In the ongoing FTC v Microsoft courtroom battle, we see something interesting everyday. Now, on day four, new emails have been revealed that show how Jim Ryan, the CEO of Sony, wasn’t particularly bothered by the Call of Duty aspect of the Microsoft-Activision deal. We have previously covered how, in…

NVIDIA to Launch the RTX 50 Series of GPUs in 2025

NVIDIA unveiled its RTX 40 series of GPUs, better known as Ada Lovelace just last year. The company follows a 2-year cadence. Consequently, the next generation after Ada Lovelace was planned to arrive in late 2024. However, thanks to a new roadmap shared by HardwareLuxx, it seems that the RTX…

Starfield May Not Support DLSS at Launch, Here’s Why

Almost everyone in the gaming community is looking forward to Bethesda’s latest release, Starfield. Set to arrive on the 6th of September, Starfield is without a doubt one of the largest AAA titles this year. However, just recently, it has been announced that AMD will act as the exclusive partner…

Intel Granite Rapids-AP CPU Pictured

Intel’s new top-of-the-line Granite Rapids CPU(s) draw nearer and nearer as the days pass. We have seen various leaks regarding these CPUs, with some unveiling internal slides from Intel. However, we all look forward to Intel’s Innovation Event in September. At that event, the giant is expected to reveal some…

Pixel Fold Breaks in Just 4 Days For High-Profile Reviewer

The Pixel Fold will be released today, on June 27th. However, a recent review of the device has raised some serious concerns about its durability. Ron Amadeo, the reviewer, who had only been using the Pixel Fold for four days, reported that the display suddenly died. Sorry. https://t.co/z1U6XTjz2i— Ron Amadeo…

Internal Email Reveals Microsoft Seriously Considered Buying Bungie and SEGA

Internal emails and documents from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) vs Microsoft hearing have revealed that Microsoft seriously considered acquiring Bungie and SEGA. The documents indicate that Xbox chief Phil Spencer reached out to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Microsoft CFO Amy Hood, seeking approval to approach SEGA Sammy regarding…

SEGA Fans May See Revival of Classic Franchises, Says Sonic Creative Officer

In an interview with VGC at the Summer Game Fest, Takashi Iizuka, the Creative Officer of Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, hinted at the possibility of reviving dormant SEGA series like Nights Into Dreams and Burning Rangers. While Iizuka couldn’t provide a definite answer, he acknowledged that the return of 2D…

Here’s an Early Sneak Peek at NVIDIA’s Upcoming RTX 4060

NVIDIA is set to launch its budget-oriented RTX 4060 in just a few days. While the GPU is still under embargo, tech YouTuber RandomGaminginHD has given us a sneak peek of what to expect. Do note that this video still complies with NDA policies, which we will explain below. Here…

GTA 6 Codename “Fireball” Appears in Actor’s Resume Again

The codename “Fireball” has once again appeared in the resume of an actor who is working with Rockstar Games. This has led a lot of people to believe that the game being referred to is actually GTA 6. The actor, Reggie Talley, has a supporting role in the game, which…

NVIDIA Reportedly Readying 94GB & 64GB Variants of the H100

As per a few new additions to the PCI ID list, highlighted by Videocardz, NVIDIA is preparing more variants of its H100 Hopper GPU. Given the recent AI boom, NVIDIA is keen on making hay while the sun still shines. Resultantly, the now-trillion-dollar giant is making more variants of its…

Snapchat’s New Selfie Settings are Changing the Way You Look in Pictures

Snapchat has recently added a new set of selfie options that allow users to retouch their appearance in various ways before taking a photo. As shown below, the new settings include Retouch, Smooth, Under Eye, Teeth, Lip Color, Eyelashes, and Auto. Snapchat’s New Selfie Settings | Snapchat Everything that each…

Snapchat Finally Brings Dark Mode to Android, But Only for Snapchat+ Subscribers

After years of waiting, Snapchat has finally released dark mode for Android users. However, there’s a catch: you’ll need to be a Snapchat+ subscriber to use it. While Snapchat+ has its own benefits, what boggles me is the fact that a feature as simple as this one needs a subscription…

Activision Threatens to Keep Call of Duty Off Xbox, Demands a Better Revenue Split

In the recent FTC vs Microsoft evidentiary hearing, Microsoft executive Sarah Bond reportedly confirmed that Activision CEO Bobby Kotick clearly didn’t want to bring Call of Duty to Xbox consoles unless given a better revenue share. To make things complicated, Kotick wanted a specific split, with Activision retaining 70%, and…

Microsoft Secured Starfield from PlayStation after Acquiring ZeniMax

At least in part, Microsoft’s purchase of ZeniMax Media was driven by the company’s desire to get Starfield for Xbox and keep it away from Sony. At the FTC hearing to temporarily halt Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Xbox CEO Phil Spencer said this. Spencer asserted that Sony Interactive Entertainment…

Sony’s Delayed Dev Kits Blamed for Lack of Minecraft on PS5

During the ongoing Microsoft FTC trial, Phil Spencer, the CEO of Microsoft Gaming, shed light on the absence of a native PlayStation 5 version of Minecraft. In his testimony, Spencer revealed that Sony had been hesitant to provide Microsoft’s Mojang studio with PlayStation 5 development kits ahead of the console’s…

Intel Entirely Restructures its Foundry Division

We all have been aware of Intel’s problems for the past few years. When push came to shove, the giant was taken aback by how quick competitors were to catch up. The problem for Intel is that it’s not just a chip manufacturer, but also has an entire fabrication division…

PlayStation Chief Jim Ryan in an Internal Email Said Microsoft Activision Merger is ‘not an exclusivity play at all’

Today is the first day of the court hearing for the FTC vs Microsoft, and there are already interesting revelations coming out of the courtroom. An unsealed email has revealed another side of Sony‘s perspective regarding Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard.  Contrary to previous claims made by Sony, Jim…

BestPhonesForever: Google Pixel’s Playful Take on iPhone

In the ongoing battle between Google Pixel and Apple‘s iPhone, Google has taken a refreshing and playful approach to showcase the advantages of its Pixel smartphones. With the launch of the “#BestPhonesForever” ad campaign, Google aims to captivate audiences with humor while highlighting the unique features and capabilities of its…

Intel Slide Reveals Difference Between Core Ultra & Core Processors

Just a few days ago, Intel announced a major change in its naming scheme starting from Meteor Lake. Apparently, the 14th generation will be the last lineup from Intel to feature the iconic ‘i’ branding. From now on, processors shall be named Core / Core Ultra Processor 3,5,7,9 and so…

RTX 4060 Tested in OpenCL & Vulkan, Slower Than the RTX 3060 Ti in Both APIs

Just a few days before launch, reviewers have already put NVIDIA’s RTX 4060 to the test. As highlighted by Benchleaks on Twitter, the RTX 4060 has been tested in Geekbench across the OpenCL and Vulkan APIs. To be quite frank, the performance is not enticing by any means and shows…

Spotify Plans to Introduce More Expensive Subscription Option with High-Fidelity Audio

In an effort to generate more revenue and satisfy investor demands, Spotify is reportedly set to unveil a new, more expensive subscription option that will include high-fidelity audio. The upcoming tier, internally referred to as “Supremium,” is expected to be Spotify’s priciest plan and will likely feature the HiFi function…

Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox Announce Reacquisition of Smosh

In a surprising turn of events, popular YouTube duo Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox, the founders of Smosh, have announced the reacquisition of their beloved channel from Mythical Entertainment. The announcement came through an emotional video in which the duo recounted the journey of Smosh, from its humble beginnings to…

Moore Threads Releases New Driver Enabling Support for Various DX11 Titles on S70/S80 Lineup of GPUs

Chinese manufacturer ‘Moore Threads‘ stepped into the discrete GPU market just last year. The company has received a lot of acclaim and criticism after public testing of its renowned MTT S80 GPU. It should be noted that these reviews were not officially endorsed by the company itself. In any case,…

The $40,000 NVIDIA H100 is Slower Than the Radeon 680M in Gaming

Most of us are probably aware of NVIDIA’s $40,000 monstrosity, the Hopper-based H100. This GPU packs quite the punch when it comes to AI acceleration and data-center-oriented workloads. However, it lacks severely in one aspect and that is gaming. Believe it or not, it actually loses to AMD’s integrated Radeon…

AMD Preparing New ‘FreeSync Panel Replay’ Technology for Improved Battery Life

AMD is preparing a new feature for its Ryzen laptops utilizing DCN 3.1.4 and newer called ‘FreeSync Panel Replay‘. Put it, this feature is better than the good-old ‘Panel Self Refresh’. Why? Well, it would allow users to enjoy more power savings than before, thanks to a few tweaks. What…

Apple’s New R1 Chipset Could Be Coming to Macs Soon

At the WWDC, we got our first look at Apple’s ‘revolutionary’ spatial computer, the Vision Pro. At the heart of it, it was powered by an M2, alongside the R1 chipset. Now, what’s this chipset you may think, and why is it speculated that it could make its way to…

Three New Snapchat Charms Have Been Spotted in Limited Testing

Snapchat is reportedly testing new Charms, according to reports from several users online. I was able to confirm this myself when one of my colleagues noticed new Charms appearing next to the names of some of their friends. The Charms were labeled as “Test,” along with a number on the…

Sony Had Already Shown Off Vision Pro’s Display Last Year

At WWDC, Apple paid a lot attention to the display technology used in the Vision Pro, although it wasn’t the first company to do so. Sony Shows Off Vision Pro Display with 4K Resolution and Ultra-Low Latency Sony had already showcased the display at a technology day in 2022. Take…

Iran’s Claim of Next-Generation Quantum CPU Met with Doubt

Iran’s recent announcement about the development of a next-generation quantum CPU for military use has raised eyebrows and skepticism. Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, the Coordinating Deputy of the IR Army and former Commander of the Navy, made the announcement at the Navy’s Imam Khomeini Maritime University in Noshahr, highlighting Iran’s…

Embracer Group Announces Restructuring Program, Leading to Layoffs and Game Studio Closures

Embracer Group has revealed a restructuring program aimed at transforming the organization into a leaner and more focused entity. The company’s CEO, Lars Wingefors, expressed the need for this strategic decision and shed light on its implications in an open letter. Over the years, Embracer Group has made significant investments…

How Steve Jobs’ “Vision” Became a Reality With the Apple Vision Pro

At this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference, Tim Cook showed off Apple‘s newest technological marvel, the Vision Pro. All everybody could think about was experiencing what Apple had been working on for years and how the device would change their lives. The Vision Pro | Apple Yet, from the looks of…

Starfield’s Performance Locked at 30 FPS on Xbox Series X|S for Optimal Fidelity

Bethesda‘s highly anticipated space-faring RPG, Starfield, is set to run at a locked 30 FPS on both Xbox Series X and S, according to a recent interview with IGN, Todd Howard discussed the details about the Starfield’s quality and performance on Xbox Series X|S. Howard revealed that Starfield will deliver…

How Good is Apple’s New DirectX 12 Toolkit?

Apple has made waves in the gaming community with the release of its game porting toolkit at WWDC2023. This free software has opened up a world of possibilities for Mac gamers by enabling them to run DirectX 12 games on Apple Silicon Macs for the very first time. While there…

Microsoft Introduces New Carbon Black Xbox Series S – 1TB

Microsoft has unveiled the latest addition to its console lineup – the Xbox Series S with a generous 1TB of storage and a new matte black finish. Whether you’re a current console owner looking to upgrade or a newcomer to the Xbox universe, the Xbox Series S – 1TB provides…

Apple’s Vision Pro Can Read Your Mind: Former Employee

Recent statements by a self-proclaimed former Apple Neurotechnology Prototyping Researcher have ignited a flurry of worry and speculation surrounding the capabilities of the Vision Pro headset. Sterling Crispin, who claims he worked on the development of the Vision Pro during his time at Apple, took to Twitter to suggest that…

AMD’s Upcoming Ryzen 5 5600X3D Might be The Next Gaming King, Details Leaked

AMD’s rumored Ryzen 5 5600X3D 3D V-Cache CPU will launch on the AM4 platform with the intention of becoming the greatest gaming processor available. Possible technical details for a brand new AM4 CPU, the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, have been leaked online by leaker chi11eddog. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D will…

Apple Adds Sensitive Content Warning in macOS Sonoma

Apple introduced us to macOS Sonoma at WWDC 2023, with features such as desktop widgets, updated screen savers, and enhanced gaming capabilities. However, one of the newest features of the software update was left out of the annual conference. In a recent press release, Apple announced an upcoming feature in…

Apple CEO Tim Cook Says He Uses ChatGPT “All the Time”

After WWDC, one of the main talking point for a lot of people was how Apple stayed clear of the AI bandwagon and didn’t, even once, mention it during the event. Does this mean Apple is talking a different approach. Well, technically, no. See, Apple did mention a lot of…

Apple Just Made The Best Windows Games Emulator for MacOS

Apple conducted its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) yesterday and showed off many fresh innovations. One notable deviation from Apple’s usual offerings was emphasizing Mac gaming. Apple is excited to finally introduce gaming on the Mac after upgrading it with the M2 Ultra Chip. Apple’s SVP of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi,…

The Apple Vision Pro Makes Drawing Easier Than We Imagined

Apple finally revealed its much-rumored Vision Pro augmented reality (AR) headset yesterday at its annual WWDC 2023 conference. The Vision Pro has been in development for years, and it finally appears to have enough cutting-edge features to justify its exorbitant price tag. However, the announcement was about much more than…

Apple’s NameDrop Lets You Share Contact Details in One Click

New features in iOS 17, Apple’s newest iPhone operating system, were announced at Apple’s recent Worldwide Developers Conference. NameDrop is a new function that allows you to easily share your contact list with another iPhone, much like Apple’s AirDrop. NameDrop allows two iPhone users to simply put their phones together,…

Capcom’s Street Fighter 6 Exceeds 1 Million Players in Just Three Days

Capcom‘s latest installment in the legendary fighting game franchise Street Fighter, Street Fighter 6 has managed to surpass the incredible mark of 1 million players within a mere three days of its release.  https://twitter.com/StreetFighterJA/status/1665616932303941632?s=20 This achievement is even more impressive when we compare it to its predecessor, as Street Fighter…

Apple Introduces us to Spatial Computing with $3500 Vision Pro

The wait is finally over! At the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple has finally released the AR headset we’ve all been waiting for, the Vision Pro, but where do we even start? Apple has once again put every other company to shame by literally pushing the boundaries of innovation, introducing a…

Apple Unveils The M2 Ultra Chip

Apple has just announced its latest powerhouse chip, the M2 Ultra. Building upon the success of the M1 Ultra, the M2 Ultra boasts an impressive 20% improvement in CPU performance and a staggering 30% boost in GPU performance compared to its predecessor. This cutting-edge chip will make its debut in…

Apple Thoughtfully Introduces ‘StandBy’ Mode for iPhone’s Lock Screen

Time in and again! Apple has once again proven its ability to surpass all of our expectations at WWDC. Despite being late to the “Always On” party, Apple has managed to outshine its competitors by maximizing the benefits of this feature in their upcoming iOS 17 update. Recognizing the gap…

AMD Ryzen 8000 will Feature a Zen5 CPU and Navi 3.5 GPU Architecture, Leaker Claims

During the last Meet The Expert webcast, AMD released a revised roadmap that includes the AM5 desktop socket. @harukaz5719, a hardware leak detective, uncovered this. A 4-year plan to maintain the socket until at least 2026 has been confirmed by the corporation. Ryzen 8000 series processors with Zen5 and Navi 3.5…

Reddit Community Considers Blackout In Response to API Policy Changes

Earlier this week, we reported how Reddit’s new policy literally forces you to switch to the official app by charging unreasonable sums of money from third party APIs. This means that when the new policy will come into effect on July 1st, apps like Apollo, Reddit is Fun, Relay, Narwhal,…

Exclusive: HONOR 90 Lite 5G Renders Leaked for Europe

On May 29, HONOR launched the HONOR 90 Series in China. The series consists of two models: HONOR 90 and HONOR 90 Pro. Both phones are equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, a 6.7-inch 10-bit Quad Curved OLED display boasting a 120Hz refresh rate. They also feature a 200MP Samsung…

Tekken 8 Beta Release Date Potentially Leaked

A recent leak has set the Tekken community abuzz with excitement as the release date for the highly anticipated Tekken 8 beta has been revealed. According to the leak, the beta is scheduled to launch on June 8th, coinciding with the Summer Games Fest. While the information should be taken…

Android 14’s New Feature Lets You Check Your Battery Health

The ability to monitor your iPhone’s battery status is a cool feature available on iOS devices. It’s a handy tool for determining when the phone’s battery needs to be replaced based on how frequently you’ve used it. Having a healthy battery will increase the worth of your phone when the…

Exclusive: Realme 11 Pro Series Prices and Renders Tipped for Europe

Realme launched the Realme 11 Series in China last month, featuring three models: Realme 11, Realme 11 Pro, and Realme 11 Pro+. Currently, the company is preparing for the launch of the Realme 11 Pro Series in India, scheduled for June 8. This series will include two models: Realme 11…

EXCLUSIVE: Realme C53 Prices and Renders Leaked for Europe

Realme recently launched the Realme C53 smartphone in Malaysia. It is a budget smartphone with entry-level specifications. The device comes with a single option of 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM storage. It is priced at MYR 550 and can be purchased in Malaysia through Lazada and offline stores. Realme C53…

ASUS Mini PC Leaked, Powered by Intel 14th Gen

ASUS is developing a new generation of Mini-PCs they’re calling ExpertCenter PN65. Specs released by @momomo_us indicate that the upcoming version of this product line will include a 14th generation Core Intel CPU. Raptor Lake Core i7-13700H/13800H high-end laptop CPUs are included in the latest model (PN64 series). The cTDP…

Popular Torrent Site, RARBG Closes its Doors in the Face of Difficulties and Legal Challenges

It has just been reported that RARBG will be ceasing operations with immediate effect due to financial, legal and health difficulties. After an unanimous vote we’ve decided that we can no longer do it. We are sorry. Bye RARBG RARBG launched in 2007 as a Bulgarian domain, but quickly moved…

ASUS ROG Ally Firmware Update Nullifies Previous Review With Performance Bump

Review scores for Asus’s portable ROG Ally gaming handheld PC were mixed when the company sent out early units to critics in May. While a few people praised the product, others were very disappointed. The ROG Ally had terrible battery life. Maximum battery life was 4 hours when settings were…

GTA 6 May Feature ‘Cuba’ as a Location, According to Leaker

It is being reported that that Cuba might make an appearance in GTA 6. In his recent live stream, leaker Tyler McVicker, who, to be fair, has a mixed track record when it comes to Rockstar, has said that the storyline could be linked to a time jump or flashback.…

Capcom Reportedly Adds Denuvo DRM to Street Fighter 6

Over the past few days, I’ve been seeing fans eagerly awaiting confirmation on whether Capcom would include Denuvo in the upcoming Street Fighter 6. The Steam listing for the game was updated just in time for its launch, confirming that the game will indeed have Denuvo support. SF6’s Steam listing…

Xbox Hints Fable 4 Announcement at Showcase on Twitter

As the Xbox Showcase approaches, excitement grows stronger than ever, and people are anticipating the event while guessing what will happen. Many leaks were posted online and later revealed to be fake, which only added to the hype. Xbox has finally begun to post some implicit guesses on its official…

Pixel Watch 2 Rumored to Feature the Snapdragon W5 Chipset

We’ve been hearing how the Pixel Watch 2 will supposedly launch alongside the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro in the second half of 2023, but like with the Pixel 7a, it seems as if Google is really bad at keeping secrets. Now, It appears that the internal specifications of the…

Qualcomm in Talks with PlayStation and Nintendo for Portable Gaming

Qualcomm, a prominent player in the mobile technology industry, has recently revealed that it has engaged in discussions with gaming giants PlayStation and Nintendo regarding the development of future portable gaming devices. While it is unclear if these talks will result in partnerships or collaborations, the possibility of Qualcomm’s gaming-focused…

Asus ROG Swift PG38UQ Revealed at Computex 2023

The ROG Swift OLED PG49WDCD is one of the recent high-end gaming monitors introduced by Asus. Asus revealed another gaming monitor to its offerings, the ROG Swift PG38UQ at Computex 2023. The monitor will make its debut in Q3 2023, right alongside the ROG Strix XG259QN. ASUS has not yet announced…

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Is Coming to PC on July 26

After selling over a million copies in its first month of release in June 2021, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is finally making its way to PC on July 26th, over two years after the game’s initial release. Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart comes to PC July 26, as Nixxes…

NVIDIA Now A $1 Trillion Firm Amid Intel-Made Chips Test

Tech businesses of all sizes are rushing to incorporate generative AI capabilities into their products, which has pushed Nvidia’s valuation to a new all-time high of $1 trillion. Nvidia’s chips make it a significant supplier for companies seeking to develop something with AI, and AI tools dominated recent presentations at…

South Korea’s Regulator Approves Microsoft’s Acquisition of Blizzard

After a somewhat rocky two months, Microsoft has finally received another approval for the Activision merger, this time from South Korea. The main reason being that due to their relatively small market share, the South Korean Fair Trade Commission found that Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard will not have a negative…

S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2 Dev Build Leaked Ahead of Schedule as Russian Threats Materialize

It has been reported that the dev build of S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2 has been leaked and the fingers point to only one direction. If you aren’t aware, earlier this year, in March, some Russian hackers had threatened to leak stolen data from the game. They had a set list of demands,…

Asus Teases New NVIDIA 4000 Series ROG GPU, Coming Soon

We might expect a new ROG GeForce GPU soon. The official ASUS ROG Gaming Twitter has announced that a new GeForce RTX 40 graphics card is on the way, and it will be the most powerful and fastest GPU available at the time. A new ROG gaming GPU, as suggested…

Sony’s Project Q Handheld Console Faces Criticism Over Poor Battery Life Concerns

Lately, its being reported that Sony‘s upcoming handheld console, the Project Q will have a below-par battery life. Industry insider Tom Henderson has revealed that the battery life of Project Q may fall short, lasting no more than three to four hours. https://twitter.com/NextGenPlayer/status/1662236045411250177?s=20 Now, for a normal console, compromises can…

Xbox Set to Reveal 2 Special Games in its Showcase, Leaker Claims

On June 11 at 10 a.m. PT, Xbox will hold its annual Xbox Showcase event. Those curious about Xbox’s future should tune in, however it’s likely that some of the big announcements could be leaked in advance. Even if E3 2023 has been called off, there are still a number…

Dragon Quest Monsters Spinoff Confirmed For Nintendo Switch

Square Enix has officially confirmed that a Dragon Quest Monsters game is currently in development for the Nintendo Switch. The announcement came alongside a new trailer commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Dragon Quest Monsters series. You can watch the trailer at the Dragon Quest website here. The trailer, which…

John Wick Franchise Expands to the Gaming World with AAA Video Game

After a huge success in the film industry, John Wick is finally making it’s way into the gaming world. Motion Picture Group Chairman, Joe Drake, has announced that the popular John Wick franchise is making its way into the world of AAA video games, however nothing has been said about…

Mario Kart Tour Unveils Princess Tour Event Featuring Wii Daisy Circuit and GBA Peach Circuit Courses

The Princess Tour is slated to be the next big event for Mario Kart Tour. Launching on May 31, this tour will reintroduce two fan-favorite tracks, the Wii Daisy Circuit and the Game Boy Advance Peach Circuit. With the Mii Tour winding down, players are getting excited about the next big…

Pre-Registration is Now Open for a Potential FAIRGAME$ Beta

The long-awaited Payday-like shooter developed by Haven Studios was shown for the first time at the recent PlayStation Showcase. I, for one was blown away by the trailer, which showed stunning visuals and fast paced, furious gameplay that immediately reminded me of the popular Payday series. FAIRGAME$ | Haven Studios…

ChatGPT Prompt Injections Expose A Vulnerability

ChatGPT, the popular language model developed by OpenAI, has recently introduced a suite of plugins designed to enhance its functionality. These plugins allow ChatGPT to interact with external media sources, such as web pages, PDFs, and even YouTube videos. However, as the integration of these plugins expands, concerns regarding prompt…

Insiders Believe Sony Holds Hidden Surprises, More AAA Titles to Soon be Revealed

Back at the showcase, we got our first look at lots of new, unreleased titles, but nothing too much to be excited about. After nearly two years, and with their extensive library of exclusives, fans had high hopes for Sony, but the event left many of them feeling let down.…

Spider-Man 2 is Releasing This Fall, New Gameplay Revealed

Undoubtedly the most anticipated of the upcoming PS5 games is Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which is scheduled for release in 2023. After the success of Marvel’s Spider-Man and its PS5 launch spin-off, Miles Morales, Insomniac has a lot to live up to with this sequel. Black suit Spider-Man | PlayStation Sony’s…

Sony Announces PlayStation Game Streaming Device, Codenamed Project Q

At the PlayStation Showcase, Jim Ryan gave us a brief glimpse at what the future of game streaming on PlayStation could look like. He showed off an 8-inch HD screen. Take a look at it down below: It has all the buttons of a DualSense. Is there a chance that…

MARATHON, Bungie’s Sci-Fi PvP Extraction Shooter Announced

Bungie announces another game at the PlayStation Showcase. This time it’s a new one. The game’s called Marathon, and you can learn more about it at this website. Take a look at the reveal trailer for MARATHON down below: While Bungie has only released a teaser and a dedicated website…

Five Nights at Freddy’s Help Wanted 2 Announced for Late 2023

Sony’s Showcase has given us a brief glimpse into what the next iteration in the FNAF lineup has to offer. The trailer for Five Nights At Freddy’s Help Wanted 2 has been shown off which can be viewed down below: [Jump Scare Alert!] During the teaser, the action takes place…

Sony Announces Alan Wake II Release Date, Coming October 17

The highly anticipated sequel to Remedy Entertainment’s award-winning psychological thriller Alan Wake (2010) and Alan Wake Remastered (2021) is a survival horror game with an intense atmosphere and a twisted, deep, psychological tale. PlayStation has released the official trailer for the sequel to the survival horror game Alan Wake. The…

Assassin’s Creed Mirage Shown Off at PlayStation Showcase, Launching October 12

Assassin’s Creed Mirage is now confirmed to launch October 12th, 2023. The game will not only be available for PS5, but also for PS4. Take a look at the official gameplay trailer down below: The game is set to launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and…

Sony Reveals New PS5 Exclusive “Fairgame$”, Developed by Haven

Fairgame$ is the latest IP to join the PlayStation lineup and its developed by Haven. It can be touted as a mixture between WatchDogs and Payday with the way it looks to modernize the heist game. Haven Studios, a Montreal-based developer, was first launched in 2021 with the stated mission…

Abzû Developer Surprises Gamers with Sword of the Sea, an Epic Desert-Surfing Experience

At the PlayStation Showcase, Giant Squid recently announced their upcoming game, and it seems like it will be quite interesting. There is no word yet on when the game will be officially released, but we do know that it will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive. According to Giant Squid, the…

Helldivers 2 Revealed, Coming Late 2023

Sony published the original Helldivers for PlayStation, and the PC version launched on Steam in 2015 under Sony’s imprint. Until Horizon Zero Dawn ushered in the new era of PlayStation games on PC in 2020, it was one of just three Sony-published games on Steam, the other two being indies.…

GTA 6 Must Break New Ground, Says Take-Two CEO

Even though Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto 5 is still selling like hotcakes ten years after its first release, fans’ desire for a new installment in the series’ signature open world setting grows daily. Though it was announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 was in the works last year, fans have…

BOE Reveals Massive 110-Inch 16K Resolution Screen at DWC 23

Despite Samsung’s best efforts over the past three years, 8K TVs are unlikely to become widespread anytime soon. At least such massive displays make for impressive demos at trade shows, but for industry leaders like BOE, 8K is already obsolete. The Chinese display manufacturer has upgraded its offerings, showing off…

Leaked Galaxy F54 Renders Show Samsung Maintaining Their Unified Design Language

Since the last year, Samsung has fully shifted its focus in maintaining a consistent design language across all of its devices, be it flagship or entry level. If you’re someone who’s new to the industry, you might not even recognize the difference between a $200 A14 and a $800 Galaxy…

The RTX 4060 & RX 7600 Might be the Worst Performing Budget GPUs in Years

NVIDIA announced its RTX 4060 family of Ada Lovelace GPUs just a few days ago. While team green has already made its mark, we are yet to see AMD’s response. With just a few days left before the big day, AMD must be revising the pricing structure for its budget…

Bloodborne Reportedly Once Had a Fully Playable PC Version

It been eight years since its release and to this day, Bloodborne hasn’t been available for any other platform other than the PlayStation. However, that may not be entirely true. Rumors have surfaced indicating that a fully playable PC version of the game may have existed at some point. Today,…

Huawei Fights Back, Becomes the Only Company to Raise Annual Sales Target for 2023

Back in 2019, when Huawei was placed on US’ trade blacklist, it faced a huge setback. Those were tough times for the company, and going from the largest growing smartphone company to being absolutely nothing, the journey for Huawei hasn’t been smooth. In spite of all this, an industry supply…

Samsung Initiates Construction of Its Taylor Facility in US, Production Slated by Q2 2024

With an expenditure of over $17 billion, Samsung has begun building cleanroom infrastructure at its Taylor facility in the United States. In the second part of next year, Samsung intends to begin producing AI chips and HPC in large quantities. Samsung has initiated the construction of cleanroom facilities at its…

Exclusive: iQOO Z7s Renders and Full Specifications Leaked

Vivo’s sub-brand, iQOO, launched the iQOO Z7 in India in March 2023. Subsequently, the device was also launched in other Asian countries. iQOO is now preparing for the launch of another smartphone in the iQOO Z7 series. Recently, a new smartphone named iQOO Z7s 5G with I2223 model number was…

Apple’s AR Headset Manufacturing Cost Would Likely Exceed $1,500 Per Unit

As June 5th approaches (WWDC ’23), rumors and reports surrounding Apple‘s mixed-reality headset have emerged, and thanks to those, we now have news regarding the manufacturing costs for the device. According to various sources from China, the Apple AR headset could cost the company around $1,500 to manufacture per unit.…

PlayStation Showcase Games Surface Online in a Controversial Leak

The PlayStation Showcase is just around the corner, and we can’t wait for it. However, with a week to go, this year’s event has taken an interesting turn, as a supposed leak on Twitter has surfaced, claiming to reveal a list of games that will be showcased during the event.…

OpenAI Has Announced “ChatGPT” For iOS, Includes Several New Features

ChatGPT, a web-based chatbot that can provide information on a wide variety of topics, has been used by hundreds of millions of people since its release in November. In an effort to capitalize on ChatGPT’s massive success, its creators at the San Francisco-based artificial intelligence lab OpenAI released an updated…

Upgrade Your Steam Deck Screen Quality With This Aftermarket Accessory

Would you like to improve the quality of the display on your Steam Deck? It appears that FX Technology, better known as F(x)tec, has plans to market screen improvements for Steam Deck under the DeckHD name. The screen resolution on all three Steam Deck variants is 1280×800, and the premium…

Sony Unveils the Access Controller, Eliminating Gaming Barriers for All

Sony’s Project Leonardo, the Access controller has finally been shown off (thanks to PlayStation.Blog). This controller is specifically designed for players with disabilities, offering a wide range of customization options and features that makes sure that everyone has the same, equal gaming experience. The Access controller features swappable buttons and…

Mortal Kombat 1 Announced, Launching September 2023

Warner Bros. Games and NetherRealm Studios have officially announced the next Mortal Kombat game, titled Mortal Kombat 1. This installment will take the series back in time and is set to release on September 19. Take a look at the announcement trailer down below: The first trailer gives us a…

Huawei’s Virtual Phone Eliminates the Need to Change Your Device Ever

Huawei and China Mobile have recently unveiled the “Cloud Phone Pro“. It’s something that could potentially eliminate the need for users to change their physical smartphone devices ever. This is a cloud-powered virtual phone, which aims to provide a seamless user experience across various devices, allowing users to use any…

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Gen 4 Rumored to Feature Both Samsung and TSMC 3nm Process

Revegnus (@Tech_Reve) claims that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be manufactured using the 3nm (N3E) technology at TSMC, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 For Galaxy will be produced using the 3nm (GAP) process at Samsung Foundry. Assuming these claims hold true, Samsung Foundry’s 3nm node may soon be…

Android 14 Will Bring An Improved Split Screen Feature

Split-screen is a nice feature of Android that iPhone users don’t enjoy, and it allows you to use two apps side by side. The feature has been lacking, however it appears to be improved with Android 14. According to a tweet by Mishaal Rahman, who found this feature in Android…

Rockstar Hints at a GTA 6 Release Date for 2024

The wait for Grand Theft Auto 6 may finally be closing in, as Take-Two Interactive, the publisher behind the iconic franchise, has now dropped a major hint about the future and release of the game. With all eyes on the future of the most anticipated title of all time, Take-Two…

Riot Games Rumored To Be Working On A MMOFPS Based in Valorant

You can tell Riot Games has a lot of multiplayer games in the works if you spend any time browsing their job postings or press releases, even though many of them are unlikely to ever see the light of day. The massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) that everyone has…

Dead by Daylight Shocks Fans with Nicolas Cage Collaboration Announcement

Recently, we have news on what might be the wildest crossover that we’ve seen so far. Dead by Daylight has revealed that it will soon be collaborating with actor Nicolas Cage. We have seen that over the course of its lifespan, Dead by Daylight has added DLC associated with a…

Exclusive: Realme C53 Renders and Specifications Leaked

Realme will soon launch a budget smartphone in India under its Realme C Series. The smartphone will be called the Realme C53. The phone was recently spotted on certification sites of various countries, including NBTC, EEC, and FCC certification. Thailand’s NBTC revealed that the Realme C53 will bear the RMX3760…

Why 3D Packaging Holds the Key to the Future of High-Speed Computing

We all have heard, ‘Moore’s Law Is Dead‘ time and time again. While the actual concept behind this ‘law’ is slowing down, the generational increases are still somewhat consistent. Chip makers are experimenting with all sorts of techniques to bypass the physical limitations and financial strain of opting for a…

Samsung Surpasses Apple in Customer Satisfaction as iPhone Ratings Decline

In a recent survey conducted by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), Samsung emerged as the leader in customer satisfaction for all of the 5G mobile devices in 2023. Meanwhile, it’s direct competitor, Apple‘s customer satisfaction rate has reportedly declined following the launch of the iPhone 14 series. The survey…

Sony Xperia Pro-II to Feature an Upgraded Camera Setup with Three Exmor-T Stacked Sensors

Sony’s Xperia Pro-I is finally getting a successor after two years, and so, there are rumors floating that suggest that the new phone will have an upgraded camera setup compared to its predecessor. We know that Xperia Pro-I was the first phone that bought the 1-inch sensor to the global…

Amazon Games & Embracer Group to Release a New Open-World MMO Set in Middle-earth based on The Lord of the Rings

Amazon Games and Embracer Group’s Middle-earth Enterprises have teamed up to create a new massively multiplayer online (MMO) game based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved literary trilogy The Lord of the Rings. The game will be an open-world MMO adventure, set in Middle-earth, and will feature stories from The Hobbit and…

Exclusive: OPPO A98 5G European Prices Leaked

Last month, we exclusively revealed the full specifications and renders of the OPPO A98 5G. The brand has recently launched the phone officially in Malaysia, and our report turned out to be accurate. The device is listed on OPPO’s Malaysian website for pre-order and will go on sale from May…

Kyocera Says Goodbye to the Consumer Smartphone Market

Earlier this week, we talked about the challenges facing smartphone manufacturers in an inflating economy. We highlighted how rising costs and changing technology trends can make it difficult for companies to remain profitable. One such challenge has led to Oppo discontinuing its own chipset, the MariSilicon X. However, it seems…

Microsoft Activision Deal Has Been Approved By The EU Regulator

Just weeks after UK authorities vetoed Microsoft’s $68.7 billion bid to purchase Activision Blizzard, the transaction was cleared by EU regulators. The European Commission has approved the merger because Microsoft made certain concessions on cloud gaming. It was determined by the European Union that Microsoft “would have no incentive to…