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A promotional image for Steam Star Wars Day Sale featuring Darth Vade and Luke Skywalker engaged in a lightsaber battle with promotional text on top. (Image Source: Steam)

Steam Star Wars Day Sale: Up to 75% off on Star Wars classics

As a lead into the Star Wars Day celebrations on May 4th, Lucasfilm Games is running a special event with massive discounts on classic Star Wars titles like Battlefront and Knights of the Old Republic. You can also pick up the rec...

Rohith Bhaskar, 29 Apr 2025 14:08

Acer's Nitro V (ANV16-41) weighs around 2.49 kg (5.51 lbs). (Image source: Acer, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop with RTX 4060 drops 20% to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop powered by an RTX 4060 laptop GPU, an 8-core Ryzen 7 8845HS CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of storage is currently retailing at a 20% discount on Amazon. The laptop has enough performance to comforta...

Fawad Murtaza, 29 Apr 2025 14:05

Wuthering Waves was retroactively released on Steam on April 28 and is currently number 1 in the Steam charts under "Trending Free". (Image source: Steam)

Free to play – RPG hits #1 on Steam Charts and shakes up the open-world scene

This RPG features a vast open world to discover and delivers fast-paced combat with smooth character switching. After a long wait, Wuthering Waves has finally arrived on Steam and has been warmly welcomed by the community.

Marius Müller, 29 Apr 2025 13:53

Until May 3, Shadow Warrior 2 is available on Steam with a 90% discount for $3. (Image source: Steam)

"The evil bastard of Doom and Borderlands" – FPS in Steam sale for just $3

Fast-paced melee and ranged combat action, irreverent humor and lots of loot – that's what players can expect from Shadow Warrior 2. With a 90% discount, the first-person shooter is currently available on Steam for $3 instead of $...

Marius Müller, 29 Apr 2025 13:25

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 uses Unreal Engine 5. (Image source: Sandfall Interactive)

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 runs surprisingly well on almost-decade-old RX 580 and GTX 1060

The phenomenal Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been tested on the Radeon RX 580 and the GTX 1060. Being almost a decade old, the resulting performance of the RX 580 and the GTX 1060 could be considered decent. However, the presenc...

Fawad Murtaza, 29 Apr 2025 11:35

A promotional image for Reddit's mascot, Snoo, waving to the viewer and posing against a red background. (Image Source: Reddit)

CMV subreddit infiltrated by bots for an unethical university experiment

The popular r/changemyview subreddit was used as a dumping ground for bots as part of a weird University of Zurich experiment to see if they could change people's opinions on various subjects online. The entire experiment ran with...

Rohith Bhaskar, 29 Apr 2025 10:27

The Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 will also be available with the Ryzen 9 8945HX (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo expands on new ThinkBook 16p specs following MWC 2025 debut

The ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 made its first debut at MWC 2025, and while the company shared a lot about this new laptop, some of the core specs were left under wraps. Lenovo has now shared more details at the 2025 Think AI Spring event...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 29 Apr 2025 09:37

Lucyd has unveiled the latest smart audio glasses for atheletes from Reebok. (Image source: Lucyd)

Lucyd launches Reebok Smart Eyewear: Smart glasses for athletes with hands-free access to ChatGPT

Reebok and Lucyd Eyewear have teamed up to launch four smart sports glasses designed for athletes who need hands-free access to navigation, calls, chatbots, and music while staying active outdoors.

David Chien, 29 Apr 2025 09:15

The Nintendo Switch pictured with 3DS eShop bag and Mii Matt in front (Image Source: Creative commons/Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch: The charm of previous consoles has vanished, it seems

When one thinks of Nintendo, many may think of consoles they grew up with and their unique charm, such as the GameCube's boot logo. Lately, consoles like the Switch (and potentially the upcoming Switch 2) no longer have that same ...

Sasha (Tristan) Mathews, 29 Apr 2025 09:14

LG OLED 4K monitor 32GS95UE front (Image source: LG Electronics)

Deal | This 32-inch 4K UltraGear LG OLED gaming monitor is steeply discounted in a new Amazon sale

Among a growing crowd of 32-inch OLED gaming monitors, the LG UltraGear has some advantages. The LG display supports both 4K and ultra-high refresh rate 1080p gaming. Only some missing cable management solutions limit the OLED mon...

Adam Corsetti, 29 Apr 2025 04:53

Medion has equipped the Erazer Beast 18 X1 with flashy RGB lighting (Image source: Medion, edited)

18-inch gaming laptop with RTX 5090, 64GB RAM and 4TB SSD: Medion unleashes the Erazer Beast 18 X1

Medion has introduced one of the largest but also most powerful gaming laptops in the world, called the Erazer Beast 18 X1. It weighs a hefty 8.07 lbs, but it’s powered by a Core Ultra 9 275HX, GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and shou...

Hannes Brecher, 29 Apr 2025 03:43

Infinity Nikki version 1.5 introduces an online co-op mode. (Image source: Paperback/Infold)

Infinity Nikki's newest season introduces co-op play

Now you and a friend can enjoy adventuring in Miraland together, thanks to the newest Infinity Nikki update! The update is set to start rolling out on April 29, 3:00 AM GMT.

Megan Miranda Reyes, 29 Apr 2025 03:20

The Beats Pill in Blush Pink. (Image source: Beats by Dre)

Beats Pill gets a refresh ahead of first year anniversary

The Beats Pill portable Bluetooth speaker is now available to buy in two new colors. However, the new hues are exclusive to Walmart and Target.

Habeeb Onawole, 29 Apr 2025 02:54

Infinity Nikki's bubble season adds beautiful adventures for duos. (Image source: Infinity Nikki on YouTube)

Infinity Nikki version 1.5 marks start of bubble season

Infinity Nikki, the super stylish and cozy free-to-play adventure game, is about to receive the 1.5 version update. This update adds a massive amount of new gameplay and collectibles.

Megan Miranda Reyes, 29 Apr 2025 02:26

The OnePlus Watch 3 is now back to under $400 but still costs more than its launch price. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Watch 3 gets a permanent price reduction to $349.99; offers refund to early buyers

OnePlus has announced a new MSRP for the OnePlus Watch 3 that's much closer but slightly higher than the launch price. It will also offer a refund of the difference to those who bought the watch at the higher price.

Habeeb Onawole, 29 Apr 2025 01:39

The OnePlus 13s will be available in two color options. (Image source: OnePlus)

It's official: The OnePlus 13T is heading to India as the OnePlus 13s

Following a leak that revealed details of a new phone that will launch as the OnePlus 13s, OnePlus has now confirmed the existence of the said device. However, it turns out the OnePlus 13s which will be announced soon in India, is...

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Apr 2025 23:34

Fujifilm X Half compact camera film roll mode

Fujifilm's next compact camera may feature screenless shooting mode akin to Leica M11-D rangefinder camera

Fujifilm's latest compact camera appears to be on the horizon, and new leaks pertaining to the X-Half, as it has been dubbed, are starting to paint a clearer picture of who the new compact camera is for and what it will be capable...

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Apr 2025 23:28

The Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate is supposedly one of the fastest gaming laptops in the world (Image source: Medion)

300Hz mini-LED display, RTX 5090 and water cooling: Medion Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate launches

Medion has unveiled one of the world's most powerful gaming laptops. The flagship configuration of the new Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and a 300Hz mini-L...

Hannes Brecher, 28 Apr 2025 23:05

The Boox Mira Pro is now available with a color e-ink panel (Image source: Onyx)

Boox Mira Pro Color: 25-inch e-ink monitor with 3.2K resolution unveiled

E-ink screens are particularly energy-efficient and easy on the eyes, which is why these types of panels are typically used for e-readers. The new Boox Mira Pro is an e-ink monitor for PC users and offers 4,096 colors.

Hannes Brecher, 28 Apr 2025 22:15

Ori and the Blind Forest has been discounted on Steam (image source: Grok)

Under $5: Beautiful Metroidvania platformer with over 60,000 positive reviews drops to $3.99 on Steam

Ori and the Blind Forest has been heavily discounted on Steam. The Steam Deck verified platformer got a lot of praise at launch for its unique art style and level design.

Anil Ganti, 28 Apr 2025 22:06

The Huawei Watch Fit 4 and Watch Fit 4 Pro (above) have leaked at a retailer. (Image source: Bigbox)

Huawei Watch Fit 4: New leak reveals pricing and features

The specifications and pricing of the Huawei Watch Fit 4 and the Huawei Watch Fit 4 Pro have been leaked by a European retailer. The listings indicate that they both have an AMOLED display and GPS tracking. Plus, it appears that t...

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2025 22:02

The Thor Zone Tetra case is compact but big enough for an RTX 5090 (Image source: Thor Zone)

Compact gaming PC with RTX 5090: Thor Zone Tetra ITX case now available for preorder

The Thor Zone Tetra ITX case is smaller than Sony’s PlayStation 5, but it's designed to accommodate an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and allow gamers to build a high-end gaming PC with a remarkably compact form factor.

Hannes Brecher, 28 Apr 2025 21:30

The Edge 60 Pro. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 60 Pro headed for imminent launch in India

Motorola has confirmed that it will bring the Edge 60 Pro to India very soon. The Android smartphone packs the up-to-date MediaTek Dimensity 8350 processor in the brand's latest Pantone-colored vegan leather rear panels. It will a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2025 21:29

Xiaomi will launch the 33W Magnetic Power Bank 10000 in markets outside of China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New Xiaomi 33W Power Bank with integrated cable launching globally

Xiaomi has listed the 33W Magnetic Power Bank 10000 (Integrated Cable) on its global website, pointing to a wider rollout. Its features include a wireless charging pad and an integrated cable with an up to 33W output. Plus, with a...

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2025 21:26

The Nothing Phone 2 Pro will be available in the US through the Beta Program (Image source: Nothing)

CMF Phone 2 Pro: Nothing's new affordable smartphone launches with 'modular' camera setup

Nothing's sub-brand CMF has just announced the Phone 2 Pro, and sticking to the company's theme, this new affordable smartphone also brings a modular design. This time, however, Nothing has focused a bit more on the camera departm...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Apr 2025 21:01

We have reviewed the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Lenovo Legion Tab 3 review verdict: Compact gaming tablet without much competition

The Legion Tab Gen 3 left a great impression in our review. The light and compact gaming tablet is quite versatile thanks to stylus support as well as powerful hardware components. Despite some limitations, we can recommend the iP...

Marcus Herbrich, 28 Apr 2025 21:01

New Xbox controllers (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming, Retro Dodo with edits)

Insider discusses three new Xbox controller prototypes with cloud gaming connectivity

Microsoft remains focused on hardware, with three potential new Xbox controllers in the works. An Elite Series 3 option would debut nuanced haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. To reduce latency, multiple controllers could suppo...

Adam Corsetti, 28 Apr 2025 20:53

The Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 could be revealed in late September (image source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 powered phones tipped to launch in early October

A well-known Weibo leaker says Qualcomm could launch the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 earlier than its last-gen counterpart. The flagship SoC will be announced in late September.

Anil Ganti, 28 Apr 2025 20:51

Oppo Reno14 tipped to launch with slim iPhone-style chassis

Oppo's next-gen mid-range Android smartphones are now backed to be the most appealing to iPhone fans with their flat-edged, premium designs and updated camera humps. The Reno14 and its siblings are also backed to have the displays...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2025 20:38

A generic image portraying Nvidia chips (Image source: AI generated image)

Nvidia seeing increased AI competition from China's Huawei as US export restrictions persist

The United States' primary bulwark for AI chips seems to be set for more persistent competition from China as Huawei ups the ante with its new Ascend chip.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Apr 2025 20:06

Titanfall 2 (Pictured) came out in 2016 and has Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam. (Image source: EA)

Titanfall 3 actually in development with a playable version ready, says Apex Legends partner

Another leak has pointed towards the development of Titanfall 3. This time, the source claims there is already a playable version of the game floating around.

Vineet Washington, 28 Apr 2025 20:03

The Evertop PC is an IBM XT clone with up to 500 hours of battery life and solar charging. (Image source: ericjenott via Github)

Evertop: DIY retro PC revealed with solar charging and extreme battery life - and yes, it runs Doom

The Evertop PC is a new open-source retro PC inspired by the IBM XT. Powered by an ESP32 chip, the Evertop can almost entirely mimic the IBM XT's capabilities, including support for DOS-era software. Thanks to a massive battery, t...

Sambit Saha, 28 Apr 2025 19:41

The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic (Pictured) has a rotating bezel to navigate the UI. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic moniker spotted online, could mark return of the rotating bezel

Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic was the last smartwatch to feature a rotating bezel and the company skipped the feature on the Galaxy Watch 7 series. It is now being speculated that the Watch 8 Classic will bring the rotating bezel...

Vineet Washington, 28 Apr 2025 19:23

Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air with the powerful M4 SoC is now available for an all-time low price on Amazon. (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | Apple M4-powered MacBook Air 15-inch discounted to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The Apple MacBook Air has long been the primary weapon of choice for casual users and students. With the M4 generation, the 15-inch MacBook Air packs quite a punch, and finally ships with a respectable memory configuration for the...

Sambit Saha, 28 Apr 2025 18:56

A promotional image for the game Promise Mascot Agency that showcases key art for all characters on a colorful background. (Image Source: Kaizen Game Works)

Trending on Steam: Promise Mascot Agency dials up the weird

Promise Mascot Agency is a wacky open-world narrative RPG that feels like a side story from the Yakuza series expanded into a complete game. It's a strange mix of a visual novel crime drama, management sim, and card collection.

Rohith Bhaskar, 28 Apr 2025 18:52

The alleged leaked images for Star Wars Eclipse show a Gungan character (Pictured), along with others. (Image source: MP1st)

Star Wars Eclipse leaked images show Gungan, Zenezian, and other character models

Star Wars Eclipse does not have a release date yet but it has been in development for over three years. It was first announced in 2021 as the next major project by Quantic Dream.

Vineet Washington, 28 Apr 2025 18:37

In case of a recession, the price of gold could reach $3,880 per ounce. (Image source: Pexels)

Gold is reaching all-time records and is expected to get to $3,700 per ounce

The surge in gold demand has led to an upward revision in the price forecast. The year-end target ranges from $3,650 to $3,950, with a middle estimate of $3,700.

Daniela Morales Soler, 28 Apr 2025 18:22

The Nubia Z70S Ultra will receive a global release early next month, possibly with the Pad Pro in tow. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia Z70S Ultra global launch date revealed with Nubia Pad Pro also teased

Nubia has confirmed when it will begin selling the Z70S Ultra globally. Not only that, but it has also hinted that its new high-end Android tablet will be available worldwide.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2025 18:14

OnePlus reportedly preparing new mid-range phone with flagship-level chipset

OnePlus is allegedly working on a new smartphone for the Ace 5 lineup. A recent leak reveals that it will be a performance-focused device powered by the upcoming Dimensity 9400E processor.

Huzefa Baloch, 28 Apr 2025 18:01

The Aqara Voice Companion H1 is now available in China. (Image source: Aqara)

Aqara launches new Voice Companion H1 with motion controls

The Aqara Voice Companion H1 has been released in China. This is a particularly small gadget that can be used to control linked smart home devices with voice commands. Plus, the integrated motion sensor provides further ways for y...

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2025 17:54

Ayaneo offers the Pocket Ace in three colour options at launch. (Image source: Ayaneo)

Ayaneo Pocket Ace: New pocketable gaming handheld released powerful enough for Nintendo Switch emulation

The Pocket Ace is Ayaneo's latest attempt to dethrone compact gaming handhelds produced by Retroid and others. Equipped with a 4.5-inch display, the Ayaneo Pocket Ace also has a large battery, Hall effect hardware and a chipset th...

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2025 17:40

The Minisforum MS-A2 can now be picked up for $200 less by sacrificing its Ryzen 9 9955HX APU. (Image source: Minisforum)

Minisforum MS-A2 receives early discount to $639 with powerful AMD Ryzen APU

The MS-A2 is Minisforum's latest attempt at creating a mini-workstation. Initially sold with AMD's new Ryzen 9 9955HX APU, the Minisforum MS-A2 can also now be picked up with the older but still powerful Ryzen 9 7945HX at a health...

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2025 17:32

Sony has kept the WH-1000XM5 going for much longer than prior models. (Image source: Sony)

Sony WH-1000XM6 takes another step closer to release in latest leak

The Sony WH-1000XM6 has appeared online again in a new leak. This time, its latest appearance indicates that Sony is nearly ready to replace the WH-1000XM5, possibly in time for the third anniversary of its popular wireless over-e...

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2025 17:25

The new Nubia Candy power banks are on the way to China. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia reveals new power banks with integrated cables

Three new Nubia Candy Power Banks have been unveiled in China. Due to launch in the next few weeks, each of these accessories has an integrated USB-C cable. One model can double as a charger thanks to foldable pins, while the othe...

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2025 17:23

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is priced at $70 for the full game with the upgrade pack priced at $10. (Image source: Nintendo)

Speedrunner beats Ganon on the Switch 2 Edition Breath of the Wild, over a month before release

Japanese speedrunner Ikaboze has become the first player in the world to beat The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the unreleased Switch 2. He did so in under 20 minutes using a saved game situated outside Hyrule Castle.

Vineet Washington, 28 Apr 2025 17:20

Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Magazine artwork (Image source: Nintendo Magazine, Nintendo Japan with edits)

Donkey Kong Bananza maximizes Nintendo Switch 2 specs with 1080p/60 fps handheld performance

Donkey Kong Bananza may showcase the full power of the Switch 2. A Nintendo Magazine feature states that the chaotic platformer offers 1080p/60fps visuals in handheld mode. However, some gameplay demos hint that the Switch 2 game ...

Adam Corsetti, 28 Apr 2025 17:08

A third row of Model Y seats may not mean a 7-seater in China. (Image source: Tesla)

Larger 3-row Tesla Model Y with extra seats to be launched in May

The rumored larger version of the new Tesla Model Y Juniper facelift will be launching soon with a third row of seats. For now, it is unclear if this would mean a total of six or seven Model Y seats.

Daniel Zlatev, 28 Apr 2025 16:35

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