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This TKL version of the G915 Lightspeed is equipped with tactile switches and fully customizable RGB lighting, and thanks to a coupon code on Amazon, the wireless gaming keyboard from Logitech is now available for almost half of its official list price.

Valve has released Steam Deck OS 3.5 to its Preview software channel. While its version number suggests that it is a minor release, Valve has added numerous features, including APU undervolting, HDR support and VRR integration for external displays.

The NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs are the company’s next-generation products coming to both HPC and gaming segments of the market. According to the previous leaks, the data center Blackwell GPUs could feature an MCM design. Kopite7kimi has seemingly confirmed the past reports by claiming that GB100 HPC chip is indeed based on multiple chiplets.

Leaked slides from Microsoft's FTC submissions posted on Resetera forums reveal the company's plans for Xbox Series X "Brooklin" and Series S "Ellewood" mid-range refreshes coming in late 2024. Brooklin will offer Wi-Fi 6E and USB-C connectivity together with storage up to 2 TB. Microsoft will also be launching a new Xbox Universal Controller "Sebile" later this year with improved buttons, connectivity, and immersive haptics.

The Nintendo Switch 2 console may have actually been teased in some screenshots taken from the upcoming Switch remake of Another Code: Two Memories, which will be released as part of Another Code: Recollection in January 2024. The game’s protagonist has use of a mysterious device during the game that suspiciously fits a few rumors about the Switch 2.

The wired gaming mouse from Logitech sports an optical sensor with up to 25,600 DPI, eleven programmable buttons as well as adjustable weights, which turn the G502 Hero into a decent choice in the affordable price segment of roughly US$30.

Optoma asserts that its latest 4K projector offers just about all the advantages of its predecessor in a package reduced in size by 34%. These potential benefits include a 240Hz/1080p "ultra-low" latency Gaming Mode, "flexible" short-throw technology and HDMI 2.0. The UHZ35ST also boasts eco-friendly features such as the potential for energy-efficient use and a 50% post-consumer recyclable plastic chassis.

Court documents released from the FTC's case against Microsoft reveal that The Elder Scrolls 6, the hotly anticipated game in Bethesda's popular fantasy franchise, won't release until 2026 at the earliest. Additionally, the game won't be coming to the PlayStation 5 (at least, not at first).

AYANEO is on the verge of launching the SLIDE, its GPD Win 4 alternative. Not only does the AYANEO SLIDE have a 6-inch and 1080p display, but it also houses an RGB backlit keyboard, full gamepad buttons and AMD Ryzen 7040U APUs up to the Ryzen 7 7840U.

ASUS has finally started selling the ROG Ally with an AMD Ryzen Z1 APU, months after it started shipping Ryzen Z1 Extreme units. The new version is cheaper than the existing Ryzen Z1 Extreme model but retains a 120 Hz display, 16 GB of RAM, a 512 GB SSD and a 40 Wh battery. The cheaper ASUS ROG Ally makes sacrifices in other areas, though.

A group called Pitstoptech has revealed a working prototype of a gaming handheld derived from a Framework Mainboard. Purportedly, Pitstoptech hopes to eventually sell DIY kits allowing people to build their own device that has a comparatively large battery, a 7-inch display and detachable controllers.

ASUS has unleashed the TUF Gaming VG249QL3A, a 23.8-inch gaming monitor that relies on a Fast IPS panel. According to ASUS, the TUF Gaming VG249QL3A delivers a 180 Hz refresh rate with 1 ms response times, as well as a 1080p resolution and 350 nits peak brightness.

Acer has launched the Nitro XV282K V3, a new mid-sized gaming monitor with a 4K resolution and 150 Hz refresh rate. Available now in the US, the gaming monitor also has modern I/O and retails for less than US$450.

CheckMag Image upscaling techniques in games have been a huge step forward, enhancing graphics quality while optimising performance. While the promise of better-than-native-resolution image quality is only a reality in a few select cases - usually because of poor temporal antialiasing (TAA) in the base game - the ability to turn lower resolutions into higher ones with minimal loss of visual fidelity is to be lauded, whether it be Nvidia's DLSS, Intel's XeSS, or AMD's FSR 2.

A YouTuber believes he may have spotted the potentially first Nintendo Switch 2 physical detail. It seems there could have been clues left in the recent Nintendo Direct broadcast that allude to differences between a Switch successor and the current Switch. In fact, the video host even brands the Switch 2 as a Super Switch because of the perceived hints.

Introduced in June 2022, the 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 curved gaming monitor is often available on Amazon for the full list price of US$1,499.99. Thankfully, the ongoing 33% discount takes it down to US$999.99, not far from the all-time low US$979.99, reached at the end of last year.

Acer has released the Nitro XZ320QK P3, a US$499.99 gaming monitor with a 4K resolution and a 165 Hz refresh rate. The Nitro XZ320QK P3 also has a 1500R curvature, modern I/O and good colour accuracy, among other features.

Ready for use on PlayStation 5 consoles, the Lexar Professional NM800 PRO NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD can hit sequential read/write speeds of 7,500/6,500 MB/s. Available earlier this year for US$279.99, the 2 TB variant of this high-end SSD is now down by 51% on Amazon, so it currently goes for US$122.99.

A more restrained set of alleged Nintendo Switch 2 specs have been posted just in time to counter a rather outlandish claim recently made elsewhere on social media. While the latter involves T254 speculation that was likely inspired by perceived disappointment in the Switch 2 likely coming with the T239 chip, the former specs have been called the “most accurate” by the poster.

Unity has found itself on the receiving end of a mountain of criticism after the company announced plans to charge a Unity Runtime Fee for every new game install for eligible titles. According to the company, the fee which is planned to come into effect on January 1, 2024, won’t effect more than 90% of the customers. However, this hasn’t stopped the company from getting blasted by developers and gamers alike.

AOC has unveiled the GAMING 16G3, a 15.6-inch portable monitor with a 1080p resolution and a 144 Hz refresh rate. Available later this month for £249.99, the AOC GAMING 16G3 also has micro HDMI and USB Type-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode) inputs, among other features.

Compatible with PCs, Macs, as well as PlayStation 4/5 and Xbox consoles, the Lexar SL660 Blaze portable SSD targets gamers with RGB LED lighting and sequential read/write speeds up to 2,000/1,900 MB/s. Now 31% down from its list price of US$129.99, the 1 TB SL660 Blaze can be acquired for US$89.99.

The expected Nintendo Switch 2 SoC and its manufacturing process has been discussed recently by a well-known leaker. The information offered up by the reasonably reputable source has been greeted with a mixture of dismay, caution, and even optimism. Once again, it is mentioned that an Nvidia Tegra T239 chip will be at the heart of the Switch 2 console.

Acer has released the Nitro XV242F in China, where it sells for CNY 3,999 (~US$550). The Acer Nitro XV242F has a 24-inch TN panel with a 1080p resolution, VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification and a monster 540 Hz refresh rate, among other features.

Sony has released a large update for the PlayStation 5. Rolling out now globally, the new update brings surround sound support to Dolby Atmos-compatible systems and allows you to upgrade your console's SSD to 8 TB. Sony has also introduced various new convenience features, including the option of disabling the console's beeping sound when you switch it off.

The GeForce RTX 4070 may soon be getting a price cut according to the latest leak from Moore’s Law Is Dead. MLID alleges that NVIDIA will counter the Radeon RX 7800 XT by offering discounts on the RTX 4070. In fact, the company has reportedly already started doing so, as the GIGABYTE Windforce RTX 4070 can now be had for less than the launch MSRP.

The Acer Nitro 5 gaming notebook running a Core i7-12650H CPU and an RTX 4060 GPU has been priced down to less than US$1,000 on eBay. For the price, the machine seems like a very good buy as the internals on offer showcase pretty solid performance on paper. Additionally, the 15.6-inch display should also be quite good for gaming as it covers 100% of the sRGB gamut and has a fast 165 Hz refresh rate.

The handheld console storage solutions come in the M.2 2230 form factor and offer capacities between 500 GB and 2 TB. The 1 TB variant is the fastest with 5,150 MB/s sequential reads and 4,900 MB/s sequential writes, but the 2 TB offers the best endurance with a 1200 TBW rating.

AMD’s RDNA 3 lineup includes the flagship RX 7900 XTX, high-end RX 7900 XT, mid-range RX 7800 XT, RX 7700 XT, and budget RX 7600. Now, a slew of new GPU listings by PowerColor in the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) database suggest that AMD might be preparing the RX 7600 XT, a potential contender sitting between the RX 7600 and the RX 7700 XT.

Nvidia uncovered yesterday a new driver package, labeled 537.34. In addition to the usual minor tweaks and fixes, it comes with support for Lies of P and Mortal Kombat 1, as well as six new G-Sync Compatible gaming monitors alongside five GeForce Experience Optimal Settings presets for titles such as Starfield and Wayfinder.

The LOQ 16 is Lenovo’s wallet-friendly 16-inch gaming laptop. Featuring a Ryzen 7 7840HS CPU with 8 Zen 4 cores, a 95 W TGP RTX 4050, and 16 GB of RAM, the notebook has dropped down to less than US$830 at Lenovo’s official store. The reduced price makes the LOQ 16 a compelling option thanks to its solid performance and good battery life.

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and the RX 7700 XT are Team Red’s newest mid-range RDNA 3 boards that went on sale starting September 6. According to the newest report from Moore’s Law Is Dead and TechEpiphany, the RX 7800 XT is a hot seller as it apparently went out of stock at various retailers on launch day and was the best-selling card on Mindfactory during the launch week.

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 release date rumor has sparked further speculation in regard to when the company might officially announce, reveal, and release the Switch successor. Unfortunately, even though the leak offers a specific month and year for a major Switch 2 event, the overall scheduling for the console is as murky as ever.

The design of the GeForce RTX 3090 SUPER Founders Edition has leaked online, nearly two years after NVIDIA ditched an Ampere SUPER refresh for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. Not only does the leak highlight design differences between the GeForce RTX 3090 SUPER and the eventual GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, but it also confirms earlier rumours that NVIDIA had been working on such a card.

There are plenty of supposed Steam Deck killers available in the portable gaming space, from the Asus ROG Ally to the Lenovo Legion Go and all the Ayaneo and ONEXPLAYER devices in between. But none of them have managed to outright slay the dragon that is the mighty Steam Deck yet.

With an all-time high price tag of US$699.99 in early August 2022, the WD Black SN850X PCIe SSD with 4 TB of storage space dropped to US$269.99 on Amazon in late July, this year. Now, it goes for US$299.99, which is roughly 30% less than the US$440 average (according to Camelcamelcamel, based on the last 32 price changes).

The SteelSeries Apex Pro is one of the few gaming keyboards on the market equipped with Hall effect switches. It's currently discounted to US$132.30 on Amazon, making it one of the most affordable ways to try out features such as Rapid Trigger, adjustable actuation points, and 2-in-1 action keys.

A huge Nintendo Switch 2 leak has been posted on YouTube revealing numerous details about the expected Switch successor. The video starts with discussion about the hybrid console’s hardware capabilities, especially in terms of running games and visual output, before the conversation moves to the Switch 2 versus the PS5 and Xbox Series X.

Laptops with secondary displays are a fast-emerging niche of the PC market, and are, according to the latest market analysis, particularly valued by gamers for their multi-tasking potential. Their demand is projected to enjoy a steady upward trajectory over the next four years, driving the worth of their segment up by over half a billion dollars in the process.

GKD is preparing to launch the Pixel, a 2-inch gaming handheld that will serve as an Anbernic RG Nano competitor. Allegedly launching next month, the GKD Pixel will be available in six colour options and should be much smaller than something like a Miyoo Mini.

The Nintendo Switch 2 specs could be greater than previously imagined if a new leak from a well-known tech YouTuber ends up being accurate. Apparently, the CPU and GPU components of the Switch 2 SoC might be considerably beefed-up by Nvidia, with the Tegra T239 chip now potentially past its best before date.

A new Nintendo Switch 2 rumor has surfaced claiming that the next-generation hybrid console could actually arrive with more memory than a powerful rival like the Microsoft Xbox Series S. The same source has also offered an update in regard to the Switch 2’s potential DLSS support and ray-tracing capabilities.

(Update: Sale extended) The precise wireless gaming mouse from Logitech has an optical sensor with a resolution of more than 25,000 DPI, while the integrated LiPo battery provides the G502 Lightspeed with enough electric power for up to 60 hours of action-packed gameplay.

Bethesda's Starfield offers AMD FSR 2 upscaling out-of-the-box, but modders PureDark and LukeFZ have been successful in getting the game to use DLSS 3 and Frame Generation for an even smoother gameplay and better-quality visuals. While LukeFZ's implementation is free, PureDark's requires a Patreon subscription.

Rumors of the Nintendo Switch 2, or at least its performance potential, having been revealed at a recent trade event have been corroborated in two separate reports. Allegedly, some devs had the opportunity to witness a Switch 2 tech demo, with the hardware utilizing Nvidia’s DLSS technology to produce output that would be acceptable from a PS5 game.

The Asus ROG Cetra TWS gaming earbuds have a US$99.99 list price on Amazon, but the 25% discount which currently applies to the black color choice brings it to the lowest price in 30 days of US$74.99. Meanwhile, the white version of this handy audio accessory is 20% off and can be acquired for US$79.99.