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Huawei has just announced that its upcoming Watch 4 series will include a breakthrough feature that will make it the first commercial smartwatch to come with a blood sugar measurement system. This announcement is a significant milestone in the field of wearables, and health technology in general. Hyperglycemia, or high…

Other information from Google’s I/O developer conferences have disclosed some additional features for the platform, including enhancements to Health Services and Health Connect. In a session uploaded to the Android Developers YouTube channel, Google’s smartphone and wristwatch operating systems are described as getting some updates this year. The developer chat…

Recently, some in-development cutscenes and animations from the cancelled 2v2 career campaign of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 surfaced online, on the BlackOps 4 subreddit, showcasing what it could have been. Recently found in-dev cutscenes and animations from Black Ops 4’s Career campaign. by u/Ok-Bass-4379 in Blackops4 The video…

The market for portable gaming PCs gained momentum last year when Valve announced the Steam Deck. New competitors like the GPD Win 4 and the Ayaneo 2 have emerged in the past six months. The ROG Ally from ASUS, however, may very well be the most powerful PC gaming handheld…

A new Huawei patent on chipset packaging technique that might lower total production cost of the semiconductor was recently released by the Chinese Patent Department. These patents are newest additions that emerged in tandem with Huawei’s efforts to perfect the chipset production process. From what we can see, Huawei has…

Over the past year, Facebook has faced numerous glitches and privacy breaches, and earlier today, there were many reports on how the latest bug is the automatic friend request glitch. The company’s image has already been plagued due to security concerns, and it turns out that the site is not…

Elon Musk has named Linda Yaccarino as Twitter’s next chief executive officer. It seems that Elon’s announcement of his impending departure as CEO of Twitter, which he made only yesterday, has been made official today. Excited to announce that I’ve hired a new CEO for X/Twitter. She will be starting…

Elon Musk said that he will become Twitter’s executive chair and chief technology officer after leaving the company’s top position. A new female CEO will take over the social network in about six weeks, its billionaire owner announced. Excited to announce that I’ve hired a new CEO for X/Twitter. She…

Sharp CEO Robert Wu announced on Thursday’s earnings call that prototype LCD-panel production lines would be launched for a new device during the company’s current fiscal year, which ends in March 2024. I’m unable to discuss individual clients because of privacy concerns. He also informed analysts (via Bloomberg) that the company has…

Google has recently announced updates to its “Find My Device” network, which is set to improve tracking and connectivity for millions of Android users. These updates will bring the Find My Device network up to par with Apple’s AirTags, providing Android users with an equally powerful tracking. One of the…

One of Google’s latest developments, custom wallpapers generated by AI, was showcased at the company’s I/O technology conference. In addition to providing users with certain options, the system will provide them with prompts and categorizations to help ensure that no inappropriate wallpapers are generated. Picking a prompt like “city by…

Many people all over the world use YouTube because it is one of the most popular social media sites online. The App hosts many different types of creators, each of whom offers something fresh and exciting to the App’s user base. The app and its developers have relied primarily on…

After UK’s ruling, it seems as Microsoft has been making progress for its proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard, and the latest news suggests that the EU may be set to approve the takeover as early as next week. According to some sources, the European Commission is expected to give the…

DigiTimes reports that K. S. Pua, CEO of Phison Electronics, claimed at a recent conference that further reductions in NAND prices were not feasible and that probable bankruptcy among suppliers existed if the market did not rebound. Phison will continue to invest extensively in R&D for the development of NAND…

Sony has announced that its Hero Project, an initiative focused on supporting indie game development, is expanding to India. The country is second to receive this development following the project’s success in China, where the company has helped several indie developers bring their games to market, including F.I.S.T.: Forged in…

Following reports that Warren Buffett sold some of his shares in Taiwan’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) due to geopolitical concerns, a government official in Taiwan said on Monday that Taiwan would do more to reassure investors about the country’s safety and stability. Geopolitical developments cannot be controlled, but the government…

The iPhone 14 has received a lot of criticism since its release, with many people calling it the worst rated iPhone yet. One of the main reasons for this negative reception is that Apple has made it a rebranded version of the iPhone 13, with little to no significant upgrades…

There have been persistent rumors that OPPO and OnePlus (a subsidiary of OPPO) are about to withdraw from the European market. Despite the company’s denials, OPPO seems to be preparing for a possible withdrawal from the market. Frandroid, a French media source, claims that OPPO has ended its commercial animation…

Since Elon Musk‘s takeover of Twitter, the company has been on a mission to revamp and maximize its profits in every possible way. Recently, after the whole verification fiasco, Twitter is now planning to decrease the cost of organizational verification for small businesses. As of now, brands need to pay…

Qualcomm has announced the acquisition of Autotalks, an Israeli fabless chipmaker that develops semiconductor and system-on-a-chip technology to aid in automotive safety; according to TechCrunch Qualcomm is paying between $350 million and $400 million for the startup. This acquisition is a significant boost to Qualcomm’s long-term bet on the automotive…

As smartphone cameras become an integral part of our daily lives, it’s no surprise that camera quality has become a crucial factor in determining which phone to purchase. While software has traditionally been the main focus of smartphone companies in improving camera quality, recent developments have shown a shift towards…

From what we can gather, the Galaxy S24 series will ship with Samsung’s Exynos 2400 SoC in Southeast Asian variants, as claimed by @Tech_Reve, a reputable leaker. Oh…my.Southeast Asia is also getting the Exynos 2400 in the S24. Not a Snapdragon. pic.twitter.com/xXGfTRpchJ— Revegnus (@Tech_Reve) May 8, 2023 Many rumors have…

Samsung is one of those companies that, for a long time has dominated the mid-range market in regions like India, and has been known to use its own Exynos chipsets in some of its devices. In recent years, the company has been using its own chipsets in its mid-range devices,…

The Pixel Tablet will be launched on June 20 in Japan, according to a now-deleted Amazon listing, with other critical specifications also emerging as a result of the leak. As caught in a screenshot (via Reddit), Amazon Japan momentarily featured a complete Pixel Tablet listing that includes the planned release…

It seems you may get your hands on a brand new Pixel 7a for less than you would think. An unlocked Pixel 7a was recently listed on eBay by a user for $485. From what we can tell from the posted photos, this individual seems to be who they claim…

Earlier today, Huawei held an event called Kunpeng Ascend Developer Summit 2023. During this event, the company released a bunch of new software and hardware products and solutions. Huawei said that they are focusing on technology and trying to make everything as local as possible. As part of this, they…

The Nothing Phone (1) was released only a year ago, and for some it didn’t fail to deliver on the hype that it had created. In a short period of time, Nothing has become one of the most popular companies, although they have a lot to do to catch up…

With the ROG Ally, Asus is entering the competitive mobile PC gaming market with a portable machine it claims will more than meet users’ hardware expectations. Since its original unveiling, Asus has provided additional information about the ROG Ally, which is being marketed as a competitor to the Steam Deck.…

Google will be giving out a pair of Pixel Buds as a pre-order incentive for early Pixel 7a customers, according to a big French retailer. Pre-order opening and closing times seem to have been verified by the merchant as well. Recap: The Pixel 7a is anticipated to go on sale…

The POCO F5 series is set to launch globally on May 9, featuring the POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro. It is worth noting that while both models will be available globally, only the vanilla POCO F5 will be released in India. Today ahead of the launch, we bring you…

In an effort to overcome a ruling by Britain’s competition watchdog blocking its proposed $69 billion gaming merger, Microsoft has hired a lawyer who has frequently prevailed against the EU. As it is ready to file an appeal at the Competition Appeal Tribunal in the coming days, the US IT…

In its annual report to shareholders, the Taiwan Semiconductor production Company (TSMC) provided information on its next-generation 2-nanometer semiconductor production process. Nanosheet transistors will be used in the company’s 2-nanometer manufacturing process, which will initially be manufactured at two different Taiwanese facilities. One of the first businesses in the world,…

Recently, we have seen reports that have suggested that Google is planning on shifting from Samsung Foundry to TSMC for its upcoming Tensor G4 series of chipsets. However, it seems that Google may have to stick with Samsung due to high pricing for the 4nm process node. The Tensor G4…

Numerous reports suggest that the next Galaxy Z Flip 5 will have a bigger cover display, and a recent leak is adding credence to the notion of a revamp. The next-generation foldable might come with an official protective cover, according to the leaked image below showing a transparent sleeve for…

Recently, rumors have been circulating that Apple was planning to introduce a new button layout for the iPhone 15 Pro models, including the use of solid-state buttons. These rumors suggested that Apple would replace the traditional physical buttons with touch-sensitive ones, offering haptic feedback through a Taptic Engine motor. However,…

POCO will be launching the POCO F5 Series Globally on May 9. The POCO F5 Series will include two models: POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro. However, in India, POCO will only release the POCO F5 and not the Pro model as part of the global launch. The company has…

On a worldwide level, dumb phones may be out of style, but in the United States, things are quite different. Even while we may be obsessed with our iPhones, Nokia sells tens of thousands of its dumbphones every month, with Gen Z leading the way in favor of a more…

Xbox CEO, Phil Spencer recently appeared on the Kinda Funny Xcast interview to discuss the release of Redfall. Unfortunately, we all saw how the release went, and as the game was met with underwhelming response from the fans, and Spencer acknowledged this by expressing his disappointment over the release. He…

Slack has developed from a simple messaging service into a comprehensive platform for integrating with other enterprise software. At today’s Salesforce World Tour event in New York City, the company announced the next evolution of its platform, which will prioritize artificial intelligence in the user experience to streamline data retrieval…

Samsung’s president of Device Solutions has acknowledged that the company’s foundry business lags behind TSMC and expressed confidence in catching up as soon as feasible. In a lecture on ‘Samsung Semiconductor’s Dream and Happiness: A Sustainable Future‘, President Kyung said: To be honest, Samsung Electronics’ foundry technology lags behind TSMC.…

Redfall, the newest offering from Arcane Studio, was released to the public on May 2, 2023. Even now, opinions are divided on whether or not the game lived up to the hype. While some players have issues with the game’s compatibility, others have issues with the story being too generic…

Investing billions of dollars into additional manufacturing capacity for OLED panels, Samsung Electronics and LG Display are hoping to clinch business for Apple’s iPads and MacBooks and keep away Chinese competitors from this premium market. Both LG and Samsung are South Korean electronics giants; LG is said to have spent…

It looks like Apple’s intentions to develop its own in-house 5G Modem are still alive according to recent series of job listings posted by the Cupertino giant. The Korean news site gamma0burst has aggregated a number of job advertisements from sites like LinkedIn for positions related to Apple’s 5G modem.…

According to a recent post on the subreddit r/GamingLeaksAndRumours, Striking Distance Studios, the studio behind The Callisto Protocol is reportedly developing a brand-new Marvel game revolving around a member of Marvel‘s Guardians of the Galaxy – and it’s not related to the 2021 GOTG game by Eidos-Montréal in any way!…

There have been reports that production issues with TSMC’s 3nm process have caused some major tech companies to postpone plans to use the technology into their products. The forthcoming A17 Bionic and M3 for next iPhones and Macs will be mass produced by TSMC using their 3nm technology. In addition…

Apparently, you can now get a GeForce RTX 3090 GA-102 chip for approximately 440CNY/$65 USD. A person is selling a GA-102 chip for $65 USD, as stated in an advertisement on a Chinese trade forum. This chip is the same which powers the RTX 3090. RTX 3090 for ~$65 https://t.co/3HbV9Okqht…

After the recent developments over Activision acquisition, it has been discovered that the report by the CMA has shed some light on how Microsoft had attempted to acquire a mobile games publisher as a part of its strategy to strengthen its presence in the mobile gaming market. For context, earlier…

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has put a stop to the highly-anticipated $68.7 Billion Microsoft-Activision merger. The final decision, published on Wednesday, April 26th, 2023, has sent shockwaves throughout the gaming industry, as many believed the deal was set to go ahead. Just a month earlier, the CMA…

Microsoft‘s $68.7 billion deal to acquire Activision has been prevented by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the UK. The CMA, in March, published its provisional findings on the proposed merger between Microsoft and Activision, stating that it would not have a significant impact on the console market. So,…

In recent years, the handheld gaming space has been gaining popularity and becoming increasingly saturated. It’s not just the Nintendo Switch, we now have major players in the industry like the Steam Deck dominating the market. ASUS had already made some of the best gaming phones on the market, but…

Vivo is set to launch its flagship Vivo X90 Series in India on 26 April. The devices were initially launched in China in November 2022, and the series consists of three models: Vivo X90, Vivo X90 Pro, and Vivo X90 Pro+. However, Vivo has not yet launched the Vivo X90…

OPPO will soon launch the OPPO A98 5G smartphone in Europe and the Asian region. The device has previously appeared on Geekbench, HTML5Test, and various certification listings in different countries. According to the information obtained from the certification listings, the OPPO A98 5G will carry the CPH2529 model number, feature…

Update: After the recent discourse surrounding Jeff Grubb’s statement, Aaron Greenberg, representing Xbox Games Marketing, has confirmed that Hi-Fi Rush has gained significant popularity. Despite the absence of specific data and statistics, Greenberg asserts that Hi-Fi Rush has successfully met all anticipated benchmarks and expectations. Hi-Fi RUSH was a break…

JBL, the American audio equipment manufacturer is set to release a new addition to their popular Tune series of headphones. JBL will soon launch the successor of JBL Tune 760 model, the JBL Tune 770. Today we have managed to get the renders, specifications and European price of JBL Tune…

One employee at Ready at Dawn, developer of Lone Echo, claims that a third of the firm, including the studio head, has been let off as a result of the recent round of employment layoffs at Meta Quest and VR owner Meta. The Washington Post first reported that Meta might…

Sony has recently hiked the prices of its games on Steam in several countries, including Argentina, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Japan, and South Korea. Resetera user, Chairmanchuk, was the first to bring this situation to light, noticing the price increase on recent PlayStation offerings on PC such as Sackboy A…

Atari, the legendary consumer brand and interactive entertainment producer, has announced a groundbreaking acquisition of over 100 PC and console titles from the 80s and 90s. This impressive collection includes beloved games from iconic franchises such as Bubsy, Hardball, and Demolition Racer, as well as the esteemed 1942: Pacific Air…

Epic Games, the renowned game development company, has announced an exciting acquisition that will pave the way for its expansion into Latin America. Brazil-based game studio, AQUIRIS, known for its award-winning titles such as Wonderbox and the Horizon Chase franchise, is joining forces with Epic Games. This collaboration builds upon…

Ghostwire: Tokyo, the highly anticipated action-adventure game from Tango Gameworks was finally released on Xbox Series X|S last week. However, it has been reported to perform “quantifiably worse” on Xbox platforms compared to the PlayStation 5 version, according to a recent report by Digital Foundry. Speaking on Digital Foundry’s DF…

This year, we have seen all sorts of claims about how Nintendo is working on the next generation of Switch, and while the company hasn’t said anything publicly, people have come up with multiple different theories. In simple words, recent rumors and leaks have strongly hinted at the possibility of…

Samsung has recently launched a couple of smartphones in the Galaxy A-series lineup. Some of the models already launched include the Galaxy A34, Galaxy A54 5G, and Galaxy A14. Another phone, named Galaxy A24, is expected to launch globally soon, as the device has appeared on multiple certification sites. Therefore,…

The “Break Check” mission from the White Lotus faction culminates in a challenging objective: “Drop the hard drive at the Waterways Dead Drop on Ashika Island”. Many players are struggling with this task, as the dead drop is situated in a very tricky location. You’ll have to travel into an…

Season 3 of COD Warzone 2 introduces Workbenches to the DMZ game mode. The Workbench is a physical entity added to the game that players can interact with. Players who’ve played Modern Warfare 2 will find the Workbench very easy to use, as it’s quite similar to the Gunsmith feature…

The final objective of the faction mission called “Cartel Investigation” in DMZ is to “Find and extract 2 large Contraband Packages“. The first two objectives of this mission are quite easy to complete, but this final objective has left many players confused. To help you find complete this faction mission…

Update: Rovio confirms that it is in discussions with SEGA for acquisition; On February 6, 2023, Rovio Entertainment Corporation (“Rovio”) announced the commencement of a strategic review and preliminary non-binding discussions with certain parties in relation to a potential tender offer for Rovio’s shares. With reference to recent information in…

It has been reported that the renowned Ubisoft leaker, ScriptLeaksR6, has seemingly left the internet. This has stirred up quite a discussion on the GamingLeaksAndRumours thread. People have been wondering if the individual is only just taking a break, or if there’s a more serious reason behind the disappearance. ScriptLeaksR6…

According to reports, Samsung has recruited a Chinese AI chip specialist to lead the development of its GPU and establish a dedicated team to work on it. Jiao Yang, formerly the head of AI chips at China’s Li Auto, has joined the firm as a senior member of its GPU…

Exciting news for all you Grounded fans out there! The Super Duper Update is here, and it’s packed with awesome new features, content, QOL changes, and a plethora of improvements that will take your gameplay to the next level. From battling wasps and drones to duplicating gear and items to…

Moments ago, Xbox users around the globe have started noticing a strange thing. The Microsoft Rewards app on their Xbox displayed an unexpected Ubisoft+ icon, that read “Discover Ubisoft +“ Although clicking on it led to an error page, this finding has led to discussions about the possibilities of Ubisoft+…

The NBA Playoffs are the most exciting time of the year for basketball fans around the world. As the best teams in the league compete for the championship title, fans are eager to tune in and catch all the action live. And thankfully, this season is available on a greater…

Konami‘s Suikoden franchise, a long-dormant gem in the world of role-playing games, is set to make a triumphant return with the highly anticipated release of Suikoden I & II HD Remaster. Last year, at the Tokyo Game Show, Konami thrilled fans with the announcement that the classic games would be…

The Last of Us enthusiasts are in for a treat as Naughty Dog‘s critically acclaimed game, The Last of Us Part I has just received a much-anticipated patch for PlayStation 5. This update brings a host of improvements and fixes that are sure to enhance players’ overall experience with the…

With all the hype surrounding the next-gen iPhones, Apple has now decided not to include solid-state buttons in its upcoming iPhone 15 Pro lineup, despite rumors suggesting otherwise. According to Ming Chi Kuo‘s latest survey, the Apple has encountered technical issues just before starting mass production, causing them to abandon…

UBI Research CEO Choong Hoon Yi claims that Chinese display panel manufacturers’ monopoly on the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry poses a long-term threat to Samsung and LG’s TV businesses. In an interview published on Tuesday, Yi told The Elec that although the dominance of Chinese firms in the LCD…

The video game market in the United Kingdom saw a boost in sales during the first quarter of 2023, according to the latest data from market research firms GSD and GfK. Game sales, including both physical and digital downloads, increased by 1% compared to the same period last year, with…

Last month, Bethesda finally confirmed that Starfield, one of the most highly anticipated games in recent years, will be released on September 6, 2023. In addition, the studio also announced a special Starfield showcase called ‘Starfield Direct’ will be held on June 11, 2023, where more details about the game…

Sony’s use of the word “inferior” in its patent applications to describe other console makers has been criticized as “childish” and “unprofessional” by a patent expert. Florian Mueller, a more than 20-year veteran of the field of patent activism and analysis, recently criticized Sony in a post on his website,…

Vivo will officially launch Vivo T2 5G series in India on April 11. Vivo T2 5G series is a successor of Vivo T1 launched in February 2022. The brand will announce two models under the Vivo T2 Series: Vivo T2 and Vivo T2x, both phones will support 5G connectivity and…

Recently, rumors have sparked speculation about what the next Mario game could be. Well, it seems as if it may be the remaster of Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door. According to a post on Famiboards by PikminSnezkov, who claims to have insider information from employees at Intelligent Systems (developer…

The director of Tekken 8, Katsuhiro Harada, is known for making bold claims and that too in a rather interesting manner. Harada is known for his honest and direct approach, and he recently got a lot of attention for his open response to a fan’s question on Twitter. Crossplay? Of…

Google has warned owners of its Nest Hub devices that they will soon no longer be able to access Assistant voice apps and games. The move is set to take place in June 2023 and comes as Google is discontinuing support for Conversation Actions, a platform that allows third parties…

The Pixel 7a, a widely anticipated mobile device release, is scheduled for 2023. Although there have been numerous reports about the phone, @OnLeaks has now released renderings of the impending gadget. The Google Pixel 7a will be offered in three color options: White, Grey, and a light shade of blue.…

According to well-known leaker @Tech_Reve, Samsung’s Z Fold Tab (foldable version of a tablet) is anticipated to be introduced later this year. Exclusive: Z Tab, foldable tablet to launch alongside Galaxy Tab S9 this year— Revegnus (@Tech_Reve) April 9, 2023 The source hasn’t mentioned the specific release date of the…

Over the past few months, we have seen a lot in terms of smartphone releases and what they bring to the table. One area in which companies have been focusing a lot is the camera department, as it’s often one of the first things consumers consider before buying a phone.…

There have been many rumors regarding the successor to the Nintendo Switch; however, a recent leak has disclosed the specifications as well as the performance metrics of the highly anticipated portable device. An unnamed 4chan member leaked the information. You might not believe it comes from a reliable source, but…

God of War Ragnarök fans can rejoice as the New Game Plus (NG+) update is now available, bringing new equipment, enchantments, and an increased level cap.  New Game Plus is available in God of War Ragnarök now.Don new armor, wield the Draupnir Spear from the start, expanded level cap, and…

The internet is buzzing with rumors that Sony has something new up its sleeve for gamers. According to industry insiders, the tech giant is said to be preparing to launch a new PlayStation hardware before the highly anticipated and much-rumored PlayStation 5 Pro, expected to release in 2024. The rumor…

Over the past few days, there has been a lot of discussion and rumors have been circulating around Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S24 series and its chipset. According to reports, Samsung is working on its Exynos 2400 chipset, which a lot of people expect to be featured in the Galaxy S24…

Samsung Display has announced that it will be investing $3.14 billion to construct a new plant in Asan, South Korea. The plant will be used for the production of advanced OLED display panels used in multiple different devices. The investment is part of Samsung Electronics’ previously announced plan to invest…

According to a recent report, Legendary has acquired the film and TV rights to the popular fighting game franchise, Street Fighter, and will be partnering with Capcom to develop future adaptations. The iconic fighting game franchise has been a fan-favorite since its inception in 1987 with the first arcade game…

In recent years, Samsung has made significant progress in the Japanese smartphone market, surpassing dominant brands like Sharp and Sony. With this growing success, Samsung is reportedly considering Japan as a potential location for its semiconductor chip test line. This move could further strengthen Samsung’s presence in the Japanese market…

Sources in the industry say that on March 27th, Jiao Guofang withdrew from his position as co-founder of the Chinese GPU startup Biren Technology. Although the precise cause is still unknown, it appears that a number of variables may have played a role in Jiao’s decision. First, though, a quick…

Razer has just announced the Razer Razer (interesting name), the world’s first RGB shaving mouse that will help you look sharp IRL and boost your gaming performance (it’s claimed). Yes, you read that right – a shaving mouse! And before you dismiss this as an April Fool’s joke, let me…

E3 2023 is now officially cancelled after a series of companies decided to exit the event. The event was supposed to be held from June 13-16 at the LA Convention Center. The ESA announced today that this year's E3 has been canceled. The event was supposed to be held from…

Counter-Strike 2 was recently announced by Valve in a beta phase with the game targeted to launch in the summer of this year. Since the game is in the early beta phase, a limited test release has been rolled out allowing some players to play the game and report any…

Ubisoft recently announced massive cost-cutting measures that will be implemented over the next two years. Many upcoming games have been delayed or canceled as a result of these measures. Continuing its streak of delaying upcoming games, Ubisoft has reportedly delayed its “Project Orlando” yet again. Ubisoft has delayed the release…

It’s been over a decade since the last Marvel vs. Capcom game was released and now, fans of the series have been eagerly awaiting news of a new installment. According to a recent post on Reddit, it seems that Marvel vs. Capcom 4 is in the works. Marvel Vs. Capcom…

Apple is now valued at about $3 trillion, making it one of the world’s wealthiest corporations. The enterprise Steve Jobs created has seen a lot of hardship, but that hasn’t stopped it from becoming a tech powerhouse. Apple’s path to prosperity necessitated challenging but progressive measures, which have resulted in…

Valve has finally announced the release of Counter Strike 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the original game. The announcement has taken the gaming community by storm, with players eagerly awaiting the release of the game. Today we're excited to announce Counter-Strike 2. Counter-Strike 2 is an overhaul to every…

It looks like the US-China semiconductor hostilities has elevated after the US Department of Commerce issued a notice of proposed rule-making for the CHIPS Incentives Program’s guidelines, stating that the US government will prevent grant recipients from investing in the development of semiconductor manufacturing in foreign countries of concern, including…

Ubisoft’s R&D department, La Forge, has developed an AI tool called Ghostwriter to help with one of the most challenging tasks faced by video game writers – creating unique and interesting barks for hundreds of non-player characters (NPCs).  Introducing Ubisoft Ghostwriter, an AI tool developed in-house that aims to support…

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, the highly anticipated sequel to Insomniac Games’ critically acclaimed Spider-Man, hasn’t let out a lot since its initial reveal in 2021. However, recent tweets by Venom voice actor Tony Todd have shed some light on when we can expect to see the game released. Looks like September!…

Just recently, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has confirmed that Raja Koduri is leaving Intel. Raja Koduri was the head of Intel’s AXG department and a key player behind the Xe architecture. Reportedly, Raja will part ways with Intel by the end of March. Raja Koduri to Leave Intel CEO of Intel,…

The OPPO Find X6 Pro has been all anyone could talk in the smartphone industry lately. This new phone that was showcased today, is designed with a strong focus on camera technology and boasts impressive features that could rival even the best devices currently on the market. One of the…

In China, iQOO has released the first smartphone to include Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 782G chip. The new Z7 5G in China looks quite different from the one released in India. The China-exclusive model is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G system-on-chip. Whereas, the Z7 5G in India uses a MediaTek Dimensity…

Nintendo fans have been eagerly awaiting news about a new Donkey Kong game, and a recent rumor claims that an open-world 3D game is in development. According to reports, the game has been in the works since at least 2016, when Vicarious Visions, the developers behind the Crash Bandicoot N.…

Harukaze recently shared a bilibili post from hardware leaker YuuKi_AnS. The leaker has apparently got their hands on the specifications for Intel’s upcoming LGA 7529 socket-based motherboards. This socket will support the e-core-only Sierra Forest-AP lineup alongside the next-gen Xeon Granite Rapids CPUs. LGA 7529 Socket Specifications Firstly, the board…

Huawei is all set to unveil its brand-new commercial product brand, “Huawei Qingyun,” on March 23 at the company’s spring flagship ‘new product launch’ conference. This event promises to introduce a number of new Huawei devices, including the P60, Mate X3, and Enjoy 60 series. What will Huawei Qingyun Offer?…

Finally, Meta unveils “Meta Verified“, a paid membership tier that takes cues from Twitter Blue. This will provide customers access to a number of premium services, in addition to a company-verified account. With Meta Verified, you get verification with a government ID, proactive account protection, access to direct account support…

With all the developments surrounding Starfield, we now have more information on what the game to offer. Recently, Starfield has received an R18+ rating in Australia, largely due to its “high impact” drug use. For comparison, the rating is quite high compared to other major Bethesda games, including the recently…

The series’ cumulative sales and the anticipated release date for the sequel have been revealed in a new document issued by Digital Brothers as part of its financial statements until December 31, 2022. According to the report, the release of Assestto Corta 2 is scheduled for the spring of 2024.…

Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure is free to keep on Steam until March 23rd, 2023 as part of the 2K Spring Sale. For players who haven’t had the chance to play it yet, now is the perfect time to experience Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon…

Intel launched its 4th Generation of Xeon Scalable Processors in January. Read more about that here. Reportedly, the server-oriented Sapphire Rapids lineup codenamed Sapphire Rapids-SP has hit record sales. So it seems that the wait was worth it. Sapphire Rapids Sales Reach New Heights While Intel’s SPR-SP CPUs still lag…

Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of hype surrounding the next iteration of OpenAI’s language model, the GPT-4. People have been talking about how it would take AI’s capabilities to a whole new level, taking in and providing a level of intelligent automation never seen before…

The first renders of Google‘s upcoming phone, the Pixel 8 have been revealed, and they show off a new design and an intriguing new sensor on the camera bar. The leaks come courtesy of @OnLeaks and SmartPrix, and they provide us with a first look at what we can expect…

Third-generation 4nm chips are expected to enter commercial production by Samsung in the first half of 2023, according to a new report by Business Korea. In the field of ultra-micro fabrication, this foundry product stands out as the gold standard. The firm overcame an early stage challenge by stabilizing yield…

Samsung‘s Space Zoom feature has been a highlight of the company’s flagship smartphones since the release of the Galaxy S20 Ultra. If we look at Samsung’s launch events from the past few years, we can clearly see how their camera zoom is marketed as a breakthrough feature. Well, it now…

Over the past few months, we have seen more and more information and tests regarding China’s MTT S80 GPU. To give some context, this is a fully home-grown and in-house Chinese product developed by Moore’s Threads. Back in November, the GPU was up for purchase at various Chinese outlets. Today,…

[UPDATE]: Max Tech has has provided an update on the A17 Bionic results saying that they should be taken with a grain of salt since they might be fabricated. People are saying that this leak is FAKE! If so, I apologize. I’m not really sure as the numbers could make…

AMD states that it was very much possible for them to develop a flagship GPU to rival the RTX 4090. However, the company did not take this route for various reasons. One of them is the higher development cost (More expensive GPUs) and absurdly high power requirements. In a way,…

A user on Reddit reports that Discord, the popular and well-known communication app may start recording voice and video calls. Apparently, Discord has made some rather ‘unclear’ edits in its ToS (Terms of Service) which are concerning for those that care about their privacy. Discord to Record Video & Voice…

It has been revealed that TT Games, the developer of the critically acclaimed Lego Star Wars series, has scrapped a number of significant upcoming video game projects. Among these include a video game based on the Guardians of the Galaxy brand as well as a LEGO game with a Disney-related…

After years of anticipation, Starfield finally has a release date of September 6, 2023. Bethesda announced the news in a tweet, causing a great deal of excitement among gamers who have been eagerly awaiting any news about the highly anticipated title. https://twitter.com/StarfieldGame/status/1633483088834510848?s=20 Bethesda also announced that a Starfield Direct event…

We can see that gaming’s popularity has grown over time, mainly because gaming devices are becoming more widely available to the general public. However, as fun as it may be, sitting in front of a screen for extended periods of time can lead to various health problems, including poor posture,…

A recent report suggests that Qualcomm and Samsung are strengthening their collaboration by working together on a proprietary SoC that will be used only in next Galaxy devices. It’s possible that San Diego’s chipmaker is working on an even more powerful solution to expand upon its ‘Snapdragon 8 Gen 2…

With the recent boom in Artificial Intelligence, companies have improved their algorithms, allowing the technology to be employed by industries for work that was previously done manually. OpenAI, the firm behind ChatGPT, has been in the spotlight recently for the mind-blowing innovations it has added. A new addition allows you…

The Huawei Watch 4 and Watch 4 Pro have been spotted in a recent Wi-Fi Alliance certification. This confirmation comes after weeks of rumors and speculation regarding the Chinese tech giant’s next-generation smartwatches. The certification reveals that the Watch 4 will be available in at least three models, including a…

Twitter‘s decision to let its privacy and security protecting Tor service expire has raised concerns about its commitment to user privacy and security. The Tor service, which was launched last year, was designed to provide an extra layer of protection for users who use the network to access Twitter. The…

The ever-lasting saga of NVIDIA relaunching Ampere GPUs until stock dries out continues. This time, the RTX 3060 is being refreshed, well re-refreshed. Apparently, NVIDIA is keen on launching the RTX 3060 with an upgraded GA104 GPU and faster GDDR6X memory. RTX 3060 GA104 For reference, the first-ever RTX 3060…

GDC or Game Developers Conference is an upcoming event set to take place later this month. GDC invites key players across the gaming industry to share tutorials, innovations, and new, intriguing ideas related to game development. AMD will also partake in this event, though they may have a surprise up their…

Excitement is building for the upcoming release of Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2, and although there has been no official announcement, several hints and teasers from reliable sources have given us a glimpse of what we can expect. HYPEX on Twitter has confirmed that Season 2 of Chapter 4 will…

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is reportedly getting new characters added to its roster of drivers. According to a recent leak, several new DLC drivers have been found within the game’s files, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come in the future. The leak came from a Twitter user named…

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman claims in his latest PowerOn newsletter that Apple is preparing to release its next line of laptops and desktops, including a redesigned iMac. The next generation of Apple’s desktop computers, the iMac, is now undergoing production tests and is at a stage of development known as engineering…

User lixnjen on Twitter obtained a screenshot of the I/O die featured on AMD’s Zen4 CPUs. While the die-shot itself is not self-explanatory, another user namely ‘Locuza‘ took the time to label the diagram. This is probably the first I/O shot of the 6 nm-based I/O (Zen4 IOD) die used…

Riot Games, the developer of VALORANT, has officially announced that Los Angeles will be the host city for the 2023 VALORANT Champions tournament. The announcement was made through their Weibo account, confirming what many fans have been eagerly anticipating. This is exciting news for the VALORANT community, in NA as…

The proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft has been the talk of the gaming industry for a while now. However, there is always the possibility that the deal may fall through, and this raises the question of what would happen if that were to occur. In this article, we…

OPPO is all set to unveil its latest flagship smartphone, the OPPO Find X6 Pro. The device is expected to feature the brightest screen ever seen on a smartphone, which is now considered a major achievement in the tech industry. OPPO has established a reputation for its inventive approach to…

Jonathan Krisel, co-creator of Portlandia, is in talks with Legendary Entertainment to helm the live-action sequel to 2016’s Pokémon: Detective Pikachu. Next year’s sequel to Legendary’s biggest-selling film will be written by Chris Galletta. Rob Letterman directed the original film, which featured Ryan Reynolds, Ken Watanabe, Justice Smith, and Kathryn…

A few days ago, NVIDIA’s RTX VSR officially went live and the results were quite interesting. However, Intel will soon release its VSR (Video Super Resolution) technology to combat NVIDIA. Meet Intel VSR. Intel Fires Back With its Own VSR Tech Videocardz reports that Intel is also prepping a hardware-assisted…

Square Enix, one of the biggest names in the gaming industry, has announced that it will be undergoing a change in leadership, with Yosuke Matsuda stepping down as president and CEO after many years in the role. Matsuda’s replacement will be Takashi Kiryu, who is currently the company’s chief strategy…

Media in South Korea indicate that Samsung Electronics lost 3 trillion won ($2.3 billion) in the first two months of this year from its memory chip business, and that the loss for the whole quarter might be significantly worse. When the market slump continues into 2023, the South Korean chipmaker…

According to a recent leak, an Italian studio is developing a Call of Duty TV series based on the original game. “Capo del Mondo,” the leaker, revealed that the series will premiere in May of this year. While this information has yet to be confirmed by Activision, given the game’s…

In recent years, the popularity of video game adaptations has skyrocketed in the film industry. From the record-breaking success of the “Resident Evil” franchise to the critically acclaimed “The Witcher,” video game adaptations have proven to be a lucrative and creative source for Hollywood. Blumhouse, one of the leading studios…

Mojang Studios has unveiled the highly anticipated Minecraft 1.20, also known as the 1.20 update. It has received a new name – the Trails & Tales Update. The name was announced during the premiere episode of Minecraft Monthly, the game’s new news show, which can be watched on their YouTube…

At MWC 2023, OPPO is showcasing a prototype of its Zero-Power Tag. The locator is quite akin to an Apple AirTag. The OPPO company is the first to utilize the Zero-power Communication Technology described in a white paper published earlier this year. According to OPPO, its recently developed Zero-Power Communication (ZPC) technology could…

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 is the latest addition to the popular OnePlus Nord lineup of smartphones. With its upcoming launch in the second half of this year, many are eagerly anticipating what new features and improvements the device will bring. The leaked information comes courtesy of leaker OnLeaks, who…

The Google Pixel Watch has been on the market for a few months now, but with its relatively high price tag, many consumers have been left wondering exactly how much it costs to make. Thanks to a new report from global industry analysis firm Counterpoint, we now know that the…

The latest virtual reality headset technology from Meta will be available for purchase later this year, with a number of noticeable improvements—and a higher price tag. The upcoming Quest 3 headgear from Meta will reportedly have double the processing power of its predecessor, according to a report from The Verge.…

The proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft‘s Xbox division has been making headlines for months now, and it seems that the deal will be approved in key countries. We have seen today how the FTC have heavily tipped in the favor of Microsoft. China is one of the countries…

Microsoft and Activision’s merger receives a breath of relief after a Reuters story indicated that the EU was unlikely to require asset sales as part of the transaction. Last month, Microsoft President Brad Smith indicated that although the company would be willing to give license arrangements to competitors in order…