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The 2022 Steam Winter Sale started on December 22 and ends on January 5, 2023 when we're all still recovering from the holiday feasting. Some of 2022's gaming hits will be at an all-time-low price for the duration of the sale and are well worth a first or second look.

With all the talk about AAA titles like Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Sonic Frontiers, it's easy to miss some of the smaller releases that happen on Steam. There were a number of excellent titles from a range of genres that came out towards the middle of December 2022.

When it comes to value and build quality, Lenovo has really stepped up its game in recent years, offering some of the best performance around at a reasonable price. Lenovo's End of Year Clearance Sale sweetens the deal by slashing prices for some of its fan-favorite devices by over 60%.

That time of year has come once more. No, not the time for gifts, food, and cold weather, but the time to celebrate the best gaming has to offer with The Game Awards. This year, Steam has joined in on the festivities by discounting some of the best previous Game Awards category winners.

The end of the year is a busy time for techies of all flavours, and it's no different for gamers, with many games launching in preparation for the holiday season. Here are three intriguing releases from November and early December that shouldn't be missed by anyone who enjoys some action.

With its wide range of customization options, the Android 13-based SparkOS ROM is probably the best choice for those still using the half-decade old Xiaomi Mi A1. While reliable and fast, this piece of code also comes with a smart (yet unorthodox) surprise for mobile photography fans.

In a world of characterless MMOs and battle royales, it's easy to think gaming has become homogenous. Every once in a while, though, a great story emerges as if a light from the heavens to release us from our suffering...or something. The Steam Autumn Sale has made a few hit story games very affordable until November 29.

Whether you want to spend your holidays with family or tucked away in the comfort of your own home, playing a game or two with some friends is an excellent way to make use of some time off. The Steam Autumn Sale is here until November 29, just in time to make your holiday gaming ambitions easier and cheaper.

Released in September 2017, the Xiaomi Mi A1 is now half a decade old and one of the few Android 7 handsets that can run Android 13. Official software support for it stopped at Android One, but this Qualcomm Snapdragon 625-powered smartphone is kept alive by the efforts of the custom ROM community.

Once in a while something magical happens, and an excellent game that was once prohibitively expensive suddenly becomes reasonably priced for a limited time. Such is the case with the three excellent titles we've rounded up here. Each of them had an impact on its fanbase and patient gamers can now experience those thrills at a discount.

Another year, another buggy Pixel launch. Between laggy scrolling, bugs in the initial setup, and mediocre performance, many Pixel fans just aren't happy with what Google brought them this year. Fortunately, you don't have to look far to find alternatives to Google's camera king.

Whether you're part of the hardcore racing simulation crowd, or you're simply looking for some split-screen arcade fun with friends, there's always a good time to be had with racing games. Fortunately, Steam has some of the best racing games around — even better, many of the best ones are on sale.

With MIUI 13.5 still stuck in the future, Xiaomi is now updating the Mi 10T Pro (and non-Pro, as usual) handsets with the latest security patch from Google. The size of the update is 301 MB, and there is nothing special to mention about the MIUI 13.0.9 Global Stable package apart from the increased security it promises.

AMD has announced that next year's mobile processors will use a new naming scheme. The new system is difficult to understand and may confuse customers - maybe on purpose.

Whether it's because of the great story, excellent gameplay, or pure meme value, there are some games that leave a mark on their genres and the gaming industry as a whole. This staying power often means that prices don't come down as much as they usually would. That's where Steam sales come to the rescue.

Hobbies? Not in this economy. Money has always been a concern, but with the way things are looking going forward, it's becoming even more of an issue. With luxury purchases being the first to suffer during economic downturns, it's good that there are still powerful and affordable chips that gamers can turn to.

Live events are great—you get a chance to meet the developers and try out upcoming releases early—but often it's impractical to get to the event in person. Fortunately, many of the games on show at the 2022 Gamescom Indie Arena Booth have playable demos on Steam for those of us who can't attend.

The Gamescom 2022 event starts on August 23, 2022 in Cologne, Germany. While nobody knows exactly what's in store for us sweaty gamers this year—except for the developers and organisers, of course—the presentation schedule and list of partners sure is promising.

Is the Steam Summer Sale overrated? Maybe not, but some of the smaller sales that Steam runs throughout the year certainly can make it seem that way. Here are some of the best Steam Sale bargains to be had this August, from Midweek Madness, to Weekend Deals, and everything in-between.

While iOS 16 is compatible with the iPhone 8 and later, including the iPhone X, Apple has remained largely ambiguous about when it comes to disclosing which devices will receive all of the new features that were debuted at WWDC’22. Learn which features will require a newer iPhone and why it might be time to upgrade this fall.

Melee is an oft-overlooked video game mechanic. Even some of the best games and developers miss the mark on melee, which is okay—every game can't be perfect. If you do want to scratch that sword-swinging itch though, fortunately there is a wealth of games that do it justice. Some of them are even free.

With the official public build of iOS 16 rumored to be just a few weeks away from its debut, Apple enthusiasts cannot wait to get their hands on the latest software features. This list features several iOS 16 tidbits and hidden additions that Apple either decided not to share at WWDC’22 or changed in later betas. Take a look at these lesser-known enhancements coming to the iPhone and iPad soon.

Meta Quest beta version 43 is rolling out to members of Meta’s Public Test Channel or PTC, and a number of testers who opted in are already discovering features that offer a clearer idea of what to expect from Meta’s next-gen VR headset. Take a look at what’s new in v43 before it’s released to the public later next month.

If you ask some people, nostalgia is the sole reason for the success of shows like Stranger Things. No matter what we tell ourselves, there are some things that will always have a soft spot in our memories. The developers of these titles hope to tap into some of that nostalgia factor to deliver memorable gaming experiences.

Released back in 2014, the once popular item tracker called Tile sat largely unrivaled until Apple debuted AirTags in 2021. Stealing much of Tile’s market share among owners of Apple devices within the last year, AirTags offer a number of notable first-party features and expanded functionality compared to Tile trackers.

It seems unfair that CAD packages are all prohibitively expensive. After all, how are you to know if it's worth spending money on learning the skill without knowing whether or not you're any good at it? Fortunately, there are are a few free CAD packages you can try your hand at before you spend.

Qualcomm recently issued a press release detailing its next-generation family of SoCs for wearable devices including the Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1. The new W5 Gen+ 1 chip unleashes mainstream power, incredible efficiency, and expanded functionality for the Android-based smartwatches of the future.

Launching back in late 2017, the Apple Watch Series 3 has been at the center of much controversy particularly following the debut of watchOS 7 in fall 2020. For a company renowned for making products that are built to last, planned obsolescence seems to be in play for this vintage wearable.

PSVR 2 is a virtual reality headset from Sony that is expected to feature a number of next-generation hardware features that include eye-tracking, a highly advanced lens system, an even wider field of view, and a refreshed design.

Coming later this year to iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura, Lockdown Mode is a feature for users who may be at risk of being targeted by high-level digital threats, including those from the NSO Group. Learn how to activate the new mode and what some of the disadvantages users may face after enabling it.

It's no wonder open world games are consistently some of the most popular ones out there—the genre has a lot of variety to offer. If done well, there is almost endless replay value in an open world game, making bargains like those you'll find in the Steam Summer Sale even more tantalising.

There are few things better than a good game, however, two things that are better than a good game are a good game at a great price and a good game you can share with friends. That being said, let's have a look at some great co-op games that you can get for a great price during the 2022 Summer Steam Sale.

It must be difficult to be a Google project, never knowing when the technicolour tech giant will inevitably pull the plug on you like it has for so many of your compatriots. Google's latest victim is the much-maligned Hangouts—which will merge into Google Chat—but let's have a look at some of the more interesting projects Google axed before Hangouts.

Following recent news regarding the cancellation of E3 2022, Nintendo opted to showcase a number of upcoming third-party games and one new Mario title via a short-form version of Nintendo Direct dubbed “Nintendo Direct Mini”. Take a look at these upcoming titles coming soon to the Nintendo Switch.

At WWDC22 Apple introduced a breakthrough new way to leverage the sophisticated cameras on modern iPhones to deliver a unique set of webcam features that will work seamlessly between smartphones running iOS 16 and Macs running macOS Ventura. Take a deep dive into this flagship feature coming to compatible Macs and select iPhone models later this year.

Between bright OLED displays and powerful processor platforms, Apple's refreshed M2 MacBook Pro 13 doesn't bring all that much to the table in terms of upgrades. Is the stale design worth living with for the convenience of macOS? If not, which Windows laptops should you spring for instead?

Renowned tech supply chain analyst and tech leaker Ming-Chi Kuo recently shared a number of predictions regarding a new mixed reality headset from Meta that is expected to launch later this year. The new headset is allegedly slated to include a number of high-end features catering specifically to professionals and metaverse enthusiasts alike. Take a look at what to expect from what analysts are dubbing the “Meta Quest 2 Pro”.

Apple recently released iOS/iPadOS 16 Beta 2 for registered developers with extended options for customizing the Lock Screen, new filtering tools in the Messages app, Apple Card enhancements, and more to help users stay organized. Take a deeper look at what is new in the latest beta release.

Let's face it, we've all just about had it with the same cookie-cutter games featuring the serious, grizzled men with big guns and muscles in place of personality. Fortunately, game developers have caught on to this and there are some incredible gems out there that don't take themselves too seriously. Let's have a look at some of the most outlandish premises in PC gaming.

The next entry in Google's flagship lineup is bound to make waves in the tech community in late 2022. Between Google's own I/O 2022 tease and the pretty consistent stream of leaks about the Pixel 7, we get the idea feelings about the 2022 flagships will not all be positive.

The latest software update for the Meta Quest debuts an incredibly intimate medium for hanging out with friends in the metaverse, deep integrations for Windows 11, and more options for parental controls. Polish your headset lenses, strap in, and take a look at what’s new!

DIY people are the best of us—they persevere and succeed, regardless of how many profanities it takes to earn their success and how many tiring days or even weeks it takes to build their next wonderfully creative project. As an ode to the DIY folk, let's have a look at some of the best DIY projects that deserve to be on store shelves.

When Apple execs marched onstage at WWDC 2022 to introduce macOS 13 Ventura, they were quick to demo a number of helpful productivity and continuity enhancements coming to the Mac later this year. However, they conveniently opted not to disclose just how many new features would remain Apple silicon exclusives. Here’s the fine print on the enhancements that will be missing for Intel Macs.

Apple recently previewed a number of features and enhancements coming to the Maps app in iOS/iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura this fall. Take a closer look at what Apple users can look forward to when they hit the road later this year, including Google Maps staples like multi-stop routing.

While obviously not representative of the overall PC market, the Steam Survey is a great indicator of the state of mainstream PC gaming and where the industry is heading. With the market finally starting to recover from component shortages and insane pricing, let's have a look at the prognosis.

During WWDC 2022, Apple announced the next major software release for the Apple Watch. Coming this fall, watchOS 9 will deliver an expansive array of health and fitness features while also enriching watch faces with refreshed aesthetics. Take a look at some of the top features coming to the next version of watchOS that you may have missed.

At its annual Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple saved the best for last with the introduction of iPadOS 16. The next version of Apple’s tablet-tailored operating system delivers rich enhancements to multitasking, expanded tools for professionals, and genuinely useful external display support. The catch? Most features are M1-exclusive.

Apple debuted the next major version of iOS at its annual Worldwide Developer Conference, including monumental lock screen enhancements, updates to Focus Mode, breakthrough machine learning implementations, and more. Take a quick look at what’s new and learn how to enable headlining features in iOS 16 Beta 1.

Apple's Self Service Repair program gives a good idea of what Apple thinks DIY repair should look like, and the prognosis is not good. It's so convoluted that it seems as though Apple only launched the program out of spite, or perhaps some sort of malicious compliance. We all already know the effect Apple has on the tech industry — RIP headphone jack — so we can only hope that the industry doesn't follow suit.

With refreshed Apple silicon undoubtedly on the horizon, self-proclaimed “leakers” have taken to social media, including “ShrimpApplePro” of Twitter, to issue their predictions on what could be next from the iPhone maker. While leaks should always be regarded with a healthy amount of caution and skepticism, they often provide a roughly accurate outlook on forthcoming technologies.