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Outer Wilds, a 3D adventure puzzle game that won multiple Game of the Year awards, including the BAFTA Best Game of 2020 award, is available for a new low price of $14.99, which is a 40% discount from the regular price. Search for answers about an ever-changing solar system stuck in a time loop and solve the mysteries about its previous inhabitants.

Vivo has released a new update for its X200 Ultra flagship ahead of schedule, packed with changes aimed at improving the device's camera capabilities in various areas. Not only that, but the company has teased that sRAW support and other camera upgrades will be arriving before the end of the month, too.

AMD’s next-gen chips and Sony’s upcoming hardware will likely share key architectural similarities, pointing to a deeper co-design strategy shaping both ecosystems.

The Galaxy Z Flip7 is the first in the series to feature an Exynos chipset. Surprisingly, the device is also the first to offer Samsung DeX connectivity, with the popular desktop mode available after a prolonged wait. Sadly, the long-awaited feature is not without restrictions.

Artificial Agency's new behaviour engine introduces adaptive AI to gaming, letting characters and game directors respond in real time to player choices.

The Zepp App Food Log feature has been improved for users of various Amazfit smartwatches and fitness trackers. The company has recently added the ability to save your favourite food items, a much requested feature. This should make it even easier for Amazfit wearable users to track their daily food intake.

CheckMag Booklore is the Plex or Immich of e-books. A beautiful, self-hosted way to manage and read your own e-book library. But while movies are easy to rip from physical media we own, it's a lot harder to do the same for a book, making Booklore a pipe dream rather than a reality for those wanting to operate on the right side of the law.

Fantasy General II is currently free to claim on Steam. The turn-based strategy game features all the trappings of a typical high fantasy setting, including epic battles with dragons, giant spiders, armies of undead warriors, and plenty of tactical decision-making. The $39.99 TBS game is free on Steam until July 17.

Nintendo's latest piracy crackdown has claimed a high-traffic source of Switch ROMs. Before the FBI domain seizure, the website linked to files compatible with a Switch emulator. The action follows similar measures taken against emulator developers and distributors of modded cartridges.

Garmin has released a new update for an older Forerunner smartwatch. Software version 11.03 is another minor update for the wearable, tackling an issue linked to one type of notification. According to a post in the Garmin forum, it is rolling out in phases to the Forerunner 55 and can be downloaded in one of two ways.

The Garmin software version 17.40 update is currently rolling out to users of a Forerunner smartwatch. Following a recent beta, this stable release brings an improvement for pairing alongside three bug fixes. According to the company, the update is already available for at least half of all Forerunner 945 LTE smartwatches.

Mycopunk is a mission-based co-op shooter that is launching on Steam Early Access today, July 10. The launch comes after the game's free Next Fest demo attracted over 120,000 players earlier this year. No pricing has been announced yet, but the developer previously teased a launch price under $20.

1440p monitor and laptop models are finding more popularity among gamers. The June Steam survey confirms that support for 4K displays is also growing, but extremely slowly. 1080p remains the most common resolution, as higher-end GPUs stay out of reach for most budgets.

It seems the Android 16 HyperOS update has started to roll out to global smartphones. The Xiaomi 15 is reported to be the first to receive it, and the company has also apparently rolled out the new version to the international 14T Pro.

RTS games appeal to buyers who enjoy a combination of base building and tactical combat. The Humblecraft: RTS Rush package demonstrates this variety, with options for novice and experienced players. Boasting 10 titles, the new Humble Bundle is a $164 value and expires on July 23rd.

Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is a showcase for improved Switch 2 performance. Digital Foundry ran several benchmarks to see how the Steam Deck fares against the new handheld. Depending on how gamers use the systems, one option has more practical benefits.

Garmin has finally officially announced support for Google's Health Connect platform. A service for synchronising data across multiple platforms, Garmin stresses that it cannot draw upon the other data that Health Connect receives.

The Garmin smartwatch software beta version 10.16 is on the way to some users. This over-the-air update is said to resolve a problem with one of the charts displayed on the wearable. Plus, users have recently flagged other issues causing their Instinct 3 smartwatches to crash unexpectedly.

Some default Windows apps may be essential tools, while others exist to annoy. The Windows 11 25H2 update, currently in testing, empowers users to remove bloatware more easily. However, the tweaks depend on the Group Policy Editor, which is not available in all versions of the OS.

Philips Hue has shared an update for users of its smart home app. Version 5.46 appears to be a relatively minor release, lacking in new features or improvements. However, a feature has been unlocked for users of the brand’s smart lights in one particular country.

Garmin has delivered another new update to its current flagship smartwatches as it works towards delivering finalised v17.xx software. The fourth build distributed this beta period, Beta Version 17.14 brings fresh bug fixes to the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8 after Beta Version 17.13 landed last week.

We're all familiar with Google's free and popular image editor. According to Mountain View, the Google Photos app (still known to many as Picasa) is set to receive a major update in August. This will not only improve the look of the app, but will also include new features.

The new chat app is designed to transmit messages via Bluetooth, and not over the internet. Thereby, bitchat aims to protect user privacy as it works without a SIM card or even Wi-Fi connection.

Croc Legend of the Gobbos remaster will launch on Steam "soon," after launching earlier this year on GOG. The remake of the 1997 3D platformer retails for $29.99 and is discounted to $22.49 on GOG, so similar pricing is to be expected on Steam.

Several Xbox games in development may reward patient Fallout fanatics. Fallout 3 Remastered remains in the pipeline, while other spinoffs and sequels are possible. A recent podcast has confirmed that Fallout 5 is unlikely to arrive before the decade ends.

With so many day-one Xbox Game Pass games, some analysts question if the service is profitable. There are now indications that Microsoft hasn't considered all the expenses in its calculations. Update: New source claims Game Pass is profitable.

One benefit of a PS Plus Premium subscription is a catalog of retro games. Sadly, the library isn't growing as quickly as some gamers would like. A new interview describes how Sony often waits for publishers and developers to submit candidates.

Xiaomi is expanding the feature set of a new wearable that hit the global market just a few days ago. Owners of the Xiaomi Band 10 can look forward to new functions, and the general user experience has been improved as well.

While it is hard to establish how much of The Velvet Sundown’s music is AI generated, it has been confirmed that this project involves the support of AI for characters, lyrics, music, and stories. New AI album dropping on July 14.

Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 to become the world’s most popular desktop OS, now running on 52% of all Windows PCs. The milestone comes just months before Windows 10’s end of support, marking a major shift as Microsoft accelerates efforts to move users to newer, more secure hardware.

The EULA that accompanies delisted Ubisoft games requires players to destroy their purchases. Stop Killing Games is fighting to keep titles working after companies abandon them. A major representative for EU publishers opposes solutions like support for third-party servers.

Google was the first Android OEM to offer stable Android 16 builds to its smartphones. A recent update appears to have caused countless bugs for the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, though. While Google is already working on an update to address the issues raised, it remains to be seen when it will arrive at this stage.

With many Square Enix games reimagining classics, fans thought a Final Fantasy 9 remake was inevitable. Sadly, the 25th anniversary of the RPG may not include a reveal for the PS1 title. A trusted insider claims that, as of a month ago, the project was in danger of being canceled.

Super Smash Bros. remains conspicuously absent from the Nintendo Switch Online lineup of N64 games. A new leak has given fans hope that it may come to the streaming service on Switch consoles. An official video about Nintendo Classics seems to show box art from the 1999 release.

Connection issues with Bluetooth devices or missing notifications are often just minor inconveniences. However, these can also lead to serious health problems for certain users, such as diabetics who are using a blood sugar monitor.

CheckMag Connectivity Labs is a handy tool that offers a surprising level of control and diagnostic information for your wireless networking needs.

Green Hell is on sale for just $6.24 during the Steam Summer Sale, thanks to a 75% discount. The challenging open-world survivalcraft staple drops you into the Amazon rainforest and tasks you with survival as you search for your missing wife in a 25+ hour story campaign. Encounter everything from hostile tribes, snakes, boars, and even adorable capybaras.

Some critics claim that Xbox Game Pass played a role in Microsoft closing more game studios. Raphael Colantonio, the founder of Arkane Studios, doesn't think the service benefits developers. As day-one Xbox Game Pass games attract subscribers, the studios behind these titles often suffer.

Nintendo movies premiering at cinemas worldwide may become a regular occurrence. The company's President alluded to future projects at a recent shareholders meeting. Nintendo will release a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie in 2026 and a film based on The Legend of Zelda in 2027.

StarRupture is a promising new co-op base builder survival game, from Green Hell developer Creepy Jar, pits players against a hostile environment on an alien planet constantly battered by calamities. It is up to you and your crew to explore the planet, find resources, fend off hordes of aggressive alien fauna, and turn this hellscape into a functional industrial outpost.

Garmin has delivered another new update for the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8. Rolling out worldwide now, Beta Version 17.13 contains eleven significant changes for eligible smartwatches as Garmin builds towards delivering a future major stable update later this quarter.

The Switch 2 price has stretched the budget of gamers accustomed to more affordable Nintendo consoles. In a conference with investors, the Nintendo boss emphasized that the company is not abandoning the original handheld. The gaming giant also has a wide variety of properties, including in movie theaters and at theme parks.

Huawei is pushing a new global software update to users of one of its latest smartwatches. While the change log for version 5.1.0.110 does not list any new features, users have reported a new voice recorder tool. The file size indicates that the release could include other new tools and improvements, as was the case in the Chinese version of this Watch 5 update.

The IKEA Dirigera Hub can now act as a Matter controller. Currently in beta testing, this feature arrives a few months after the smart home hub became a Matter bridge. The latest release for the Dirigera Hub also brings an unpopular change for users of the brand's smart lights.

Xbox Game Pass can breathe new life into titles with dwindling support. Unfortunately, overlooked security concerns for Call of Duty: WW2 have resurfaced. The RCE exploit allows hackers to assume control of another player's PC.

Huawei is rolling out a new HarmonyOS 5.1 update for the Watch GT 5 smartwatch. Software version 5.1.0.16 is said to bring a range of new features to this wearable, including a voice recorder tool. Plus, there are also improvements for older tools like the alarm and contacts list.

Huawei is rolling out a new smartwatch update: software version 5.1.0.16 (C00M05). This HarmonyOS 5.1 release brings several new features to the Huawei Watch D2, including a new sleep-related heart rate variability (HRV) metric. While this update is currently on the way to users in China, it is expected to be rolled out globally in the future.

The cancellations do not reportedly affect it's Dying Light franchise with Dying Light: The Beast expected to launch later next month.

Digital downloads of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach are anchoring sales for the anticipated PS5 game. A new Ampere estimate confirms how the popularity of the PS Store is overcoming slow physical purchases. Previous data from the UK and Japan hinted at a less impressive launch.

Home Assistant’s 2025.7 release has arrived for users. This latest version of the smart home automation software brings a new Ask Question action, allowing the voice assistant to ask users questions. Other changes include redesigned Area cards and Areas dashboard overview, and new integration sub-entries.