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The "IdeaCentre Gaming 5 (2022)". (Source: ITHome)

Rumor | Lenovo's latest IdeaCentre Gaming desktop is on the way

IdeaCentre may be one of Lenovo's more business-like lines, yet still has a Gaming version of its desktop that it has released over the years as of late. According to a new leak, the latest variant with 12th-gen Intel processors and a variety of graphics options (RTX 3060-series cards included) may be released soon. A new case design with subtle RGB accents might also be involved.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Feb 2022 23:16
Until the release of GTA 6, gamers will have to be content with the next-gen version of GTA 5 and more updates for GTA Online (Image: Rockstar Games)

Rockstar officially confirms that GTA 6 is in development and praises the unprecedented longevity of GTA 5

The development of the long-awaited sixth main entry in the iconic Grand Theft Auto franchise is well underway, but Rockstar Games is apparently not yet ready to reveal a rough release date window or other additional information on GTA 6.
Enrico Frahn, 04 Feb 2022 20:43
Here's what the Intel Arc Alchemist graphics card could look like (image via Videocardz)

Intel Arc Alchemist real-world images and PCB shots emerge online

Videocardz has managed to get their hands on the Intel Arc graphics card pictures. We can see its PCB, memory modules, port selection and overall design, which suggests that it could be a high-end part.
Anil Ganti, 04 Feb 2022 19:58
The Steam Deck console takes on Cyberpunk 2077 without any hitches. (Image source: via RepsUp100)

Steam Deck shows the big boys how to run Cyberpunk 2077 in new gameplay videos

The Steam Deck handheld console from Valve has turned up in some new gameplay videos, with a couple of the clips focused on how the upcoming portable gaming computer deals with the infamously difficult Cyberpunk 2077. The Steam Deck is scheduled for release on February 25 at a base price of US$399/€419/£349.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Feb 2022 19:05
New information about the AMD Radeon RX 6X50 XT series of graphics cards has emerged online

AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT: April 2022-bound graphics card will use the same 7nm manufacturing node as the only RDNA2 SKU to be refreshed

YouTuber Moore's Law is Dead has confirmed that AMD's upcoming RDNA2-based RX 6X50 refreshes will be based on the 7nm manufacturing node. Coreteks adds that the Radeon RX 6950 XT will be launched in mid-April and that the Radeon RX 6850 XT and the RX 6750 XT do not exist.
Anil Ganti, 04 Feb 2022 11:32
More than 50% of the 2021 gaming revenue was brought in by mobile games. (Image source: PUBG Studios)

Mobile gaming proves to be a gold mine as it racked in more money in 2021 than PC and console gaming combined

According to a report published by Newzoo, mobile gaming racked in a revenue of US$93.2 billion (€81.5 billion) in 2021. The revenue figure represents 52% of the total gaming revenue for last year. Consoles and PCs, on the other hand, brought in US$50.4 billion (€44.07 billion) and US$36.7 billion (€32.07 billion) respectively.
Fawad Murtaza, 03 Feb 2022 20:23
Nintendo Switch 2 fan-made concept render created by DZ Migo.

Nintendo Switch 2 may come in 2024 as sales momentum remains strong for current Switch console

Sales reports concerning the Nintendo Switch console have sparked speculation about a potential successor. This console, which is gaining traction dubbed as the Switch 2 but has also been labeled the Switch Pro and Super Nintendo Switch in the past, could hit shelves in 2024. Sales momentum for the current Switch console has remained impressively strong.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2022 20:17
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti card was revealed at CES 2022. (Image source: Nvidia - edited)

Scandalous GeForce RTX 3090 Ti price tag hinted at as the graphics card is allegedly delayed "indefinitely"

A couple of troubling rumors have been shared about Nvidia’s flagship GeForce RTX 3090 Ti graphics card. The Ampere board still hasn’t been properly launched yet and now it appears that its release has been delayed “indefinitely”. On top of that, an astronomical price tag for the RTX 3090 Ti from a Vietnamese retailer is supposedly right on the money.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Feb 2022 16:25
The 4TB Corsair MP600 Pro LPX SSD carries a hefty price tag of US$785 (Image: Corsair)

4TB for US$785: Corsair launches new PS5-compatible MP600 Pro LPX SSD

The price of Corsair's ultra-fast MP600 Pro LPX SSD with 4TB of capacity is higher than the MSRP of an entire PlayStation 5 gaming console.
Enrico Frahn, 02 Feb 2022 23:43
Photo by Florian Olivo on Unsplash

3 tech trends that took off during the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we all live our lives. Everything from work to hobbies and habits have all had to adapt and change. Let's take a look at how tech trends have changed as our lives have changed during the pandemic.
Julian van der Merwe, 02 Feb 2022 18:21
A ultra-wide portable screen for gamers on the go (Image Source: Lukos)

Lukos 14-inch ultrawide 32:9 4K portable screen is up for pre-orders on Kickstarter

The portable 14-inch display from Lukos features 32:9 4K resolution and supports 4x sources at 1920 x 550 or 2x sources at 1920 x 1200 side by side. It may be used as an external display for portable devices or may very well serve as a secondary screen with dashboard controls.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Feb 2022 16:22
Bungie joins the PlayStation family after Sony buys the studio for US$3.6 billion. (Image: Sony)

Sony buys Bungie for US$3.6 billion

Sony Interactive Entertainment has revealed its acquisition of Bungie for US$3.6 billion. Bungie created the popular multi-platform Destiny franchise and the company maintains that the deal will allow it to keep its independence and gaming communities across platforms.
Aleem Ali, 01 Feb 2022 22:59
PUBG Mobile could be banned in Pakistan soon (image via Krafton)

PUBG Mobile addiction allegedly drives youth to shoot four family members in Pakistan; authorities calling for a complete ban on the game

The inability to complete in-game PUBG Mobile goals allegedly drove a fourteen-year-old youth in Lahore, Pakistan, to shoot four of his family members. The local police have petitioned government officials to ban the game entirely following the incident.
Anil Ganti, 01 Feb 2022 21:44
BOE now offers the fastest FHD panel with a 500 Hz refresh rate. (Image Source: BOE)

BOE bests its own record by announcing world's fastest 27-inch 1080p 500 Hz panel, 8K 120 Hz display shown off too

BOE has once again upped the ante by introducing a 1080p 500 Hz refresh rate panel. This panel is based on the company's oxide semiconductor display technology that allows very high refresh rates. BOE also announced a 110-inch 8K 120 Hz panel. It is not yet known when these panels will actually make it to market.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 01 Feb 2022 14:16
BloodbornePSX calls back to the 1990s to restyle the game as a PlayStation title. (All images via LWMedia)

BloodbornePSX demake reimagines the action RPG as a PlayStation 1 title, dithering and warping polygons included

A new fan-made demake of Bloodborne, a popular PlayStation 4 action RPG, reimagines the game as a release for the original 1995 PlayStation. BloodbornePSX, free to download for Windows PCs, harkens back to the OG PlayStation with low-quality polygons, dithering, a CRT filter, and more retro aesthetics.
Sam Medley, 01 Feb 2022 05:47
The RedMagic 6S Pro. (Source: RedMagic)

The "RedMagic 7 Pro" appears on the 3C database alongside its 165W power brick

RedMagic is rumored to break smartphone charging records with a new 165W standard in its 7 series. Now, a phone slated to be this flagship line's Pro variant has appeared on an official Chinese registration site ahead of its launch, in a leak that seems to confirm its new top-end charging spec.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jan 2022 21:56
Both the Dell XPS 17 and Alienware M15 R4 are ready for gaming thanks to RTX 30-series GPUs. (Image source: Dell/Nvidia - edited)

Deal | RTX 30-series laptops Dell XPS 17 and Alienware M15 R4 available with US$500 to over US$1,000 in savings

Dell is offering a couple of incredible deals on RTX 30-series laptops at the moment. There is a choice between a notebook from the well-respected Dell XPS line and the powerful Alienware gaming range, in the form of an XPS 17 and M15 R4, respectively. Shoppers can save over US$1,000 on the M15 R4 gaming laptop with RTX 3070 GPU.
Daniel R Deakin, 31 Jan 2022 20:53
The purported cover art for the PlayStation 5 release of Cyberpunk 2077. (Image via @PlaystationSize on Twitter)

Listing for Cyberpunk 2077 spotted in PSN database, signaling PS5 launch may be imminent

A Twitter account known for spotting new entries in the PSN database posted a new picture of cover art for Cyberpunk 2077, hinting that the controversial title may soon launch for the PlayStation 5. This may also mean that a version for the Xbox Series X and Series S may be coming soon as well.
Sam Medley, 31 Jan 2022 17:35
The AYA NEO NEXT will be available in multiple colours. (Image source: AYA)

AYA NEO NEXT Indiegogo campaign announced with shipment date set for March

The AYA NEO NEXT is on its way to Indiegogo, following in the footsteps of AYA's first gaming handheld. The AYA NEO NEXT will be orderable from next month with a Ryzen 7 5825U and should start shipping in March. The AYA team is also offering a 'secret discount' for campaign subscribers.
Alex Alderson, 31 Jan 2022 13:52
Elden Ring is being developed by FromSoftware and will be published by Bandai Namco. (Image source: FromSoftware - edited)

Elden Ring targets 30-hour main route completion as game goes gold and is called GOAT in hands-on closed network test

Elden Ring hype shows no signs of abating as the game has reportedly gone gold already. In addition, a developer has given details about how long the title should take to complete while an exhaustive hands-on impression of a closed network test leads to Elden Ring being called the GOAT (“Greatest Of All Time).
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jan 2022 20:08
Razer even makes headrests Chroma now. (Source: Razer)

Razer's latest online exclusive product is an RGB-enabled headrest

Razer has released a way to breathe new life into your existing gaming or office chair with its new Head Cushion Chroma. For those in any way familiar with the brand, this is exactly what you might expect from the name: a headrest with a logo that lights up thanks to RGB LEDs. This new source of illuminated comfort also lists memory foam among its specs.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jan 2022 19:08
Soon, Microsoft will switch to a non-recurring billing model for its Xbox Game Pass and Live Gold subscription services. (Image source: Billy Freeman)

Microsoft will start automatically cancelling inactive Game Pass subscriptions soon

Microsoft is making changes to its Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Live Gold subscription services, in part because of the UK CMA. The changes should make it easier for people to manage their subscriptions, while Microsoft will even end unused subscriptions.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2022 23:32
This large crypto mining rig includes two LHR RTX 3060 Ti boards along with both Nvidia and AMD cards. (Image source: Reddit u/miner69niner - edited)

Crypto miners reveal Nvidia's LHR solution to get GeForce RTX 30 series cards into gamers' hands was futile

An investigation into Nvidia’s Lite Hash Rate (LHR) solution to prevent GeForce RTX 30 series boards from being bought up en masse by crypto miners has revealed that many involved in the crypto craze were not discouraged by Team Green’s limiter. Third-party software is available to bypass the LHR mining lock and raise the rate.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jan 2022 18:12
A potentially crucial part of the Legion Y700. (Source: Lenovo via Weibo)

Legion Y700: Lenovo shows the upcoming gaming tablet's thermal management system off ahead of its launch

Lenovo has hyped its upcoming Legion-brand Android tablet through a potentially important aspect of its design: its cooling solution. The OEM has reassured its fans that the Y700 will be well-covered in this area, devoting much more internal surface area to thermal management than the average high-end smartphone.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jan 2022 16:28
Metal Gear Solid 3, one of the most technically advanced PS2 titles, has no trouble running on midrange Android hardware (Image source: Konami)

The AetherSX2 PlayStation 2 emulator for Android has no trouble running Metal Gear Solid 3 at 30 FPS on the Snapdragon 860-equipped POCO X3 Pro

The latest Alpha update to the AetherSX2 emulator brings about significant performance improvements. Midrange Snapdragon 860 hardware now appears to have no trouble running intensive PlayStation 2 games like Metal Gear Solid 3.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 29 Jan 2022 01:49
Best Buy has an incredible deal on the Corsair gaming bundle containing the K60 RGB Pro keyboard and the M55 RGB Pro mouse (Image: Corsair)

Deal | Corsair K60 RGB Pro gaming keyboard and M55 RGB Pro mouse bundle offered at a heavy 50% discount

The Corsair Pro Gaming Bundle is almost a steal at its heavily discounted deal price of just US$75 since it includes the K60 RGB Pro mechanical keyboard, the M55 RGB Pro gaming mouse as well as the large MM300 gaming mousepad.
Enrico Frahn, 28 Jan 2022 20:52
Ubisoft's NFT implementation might still need some work. (Image Source: Ubisoft)

Ubisoft is trying to educate gamers about NFT benefits

Ubisoft VP Nicolas Pouard is arguing that gamers currently focus too much on the downsides brought upon by NFTs instead of focusing on the direct benefits. Nevertheless, Ubisoft's NFT implementation appears to rely on the cash shop item model instead of the play to earn one.
Bogdan Solca, 28 Jan 2022 20:42
MSI quietly refreshes AMD-based GAMING TRIO lineup as supplies slowly increase. (Image Source: MSI)

MSI introduces refreshed AMD Radeon RX 6800 / 6900 GAMING TRIO cards with higher clocks and redesigned backplates

The refreshed models include Z TRIO and TRIO PLUS variants for the AMD Radeon RX 6800, 6800 XT and 6900 XT SKUs. The Z TRIO lineup has slightly higher clocks for the XT SKUs, while the TRIO PLUS one mostly features the same clocks with one exception. Both lineups get redesigned backplates similar to the ones on the X TRIO 6900 XT.
Bogdan Solca, 28 Jan 2022 20:07
A 'tiger' with a RedMagic phone. (Source: RedMagic)

Rumor | RedMagic's Year of the Tiger-themed video hints at a world-first under-display-camera Android gaming flagship variant for 2022

The upcoming RedMagic 7 flagship series will have a variant with an under-display camera, thereby becoming a world-first in its market in 2022 - if new hints dropped by the eminent leaker Digital Chat Station are anything to go by at least. This rumor may be corroborated by a new, strongly Chinese New Year-flavored teaser direct from the brand in question.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jan 2022 18:42
The RTX 3050 is seen selling for highly inflated prices and is out of stock at all major retailers. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia RTX 3050 desktop GPU goes out of stock within few hours after launch, ludicrous markup as high as US$600 for some AiB variants

It's another GPU launch gone awry. And this time, it is the high-demand entry-level segment that is feeling the pinch. The Nvidia RTX 3050 that is supposed to have a US$250 MSRP, with some variations in AiB pricing, is already out of stock at major retailers around the world. What's worse is that the odd card or two in stock is being sold at significant markups putting the budget gamer at a serious disadvantage.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 28 Jan 2022 16:13
A new 3D Mark Fire Strike record has been set using Intel Alder Lake and AMD RDNA2 graphics cards (image via 3DMark)

Extreme overclocker uses Intel Core i9-12900K and AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT to break long standing 3D Mark Fire Strike record

Twitter user BISO BISO has managed to push his Intel Core i9-12900K and AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT to score 62,389 in the 3D Mark Fire Strike benchmark, beating legendary overclocker Kingpin's score of 61,206. The Alder Lake processor was pushed to 7 GHz and the RDNA2 graphics card to 3.1 GHz.
Anil Ganti, 28 Jan 2022 15:25
The Redmi K40 Gaming was sold outside China as the Poco F3 GT. (Source: Xiaomi)

Poco F4 GT: Rumored Redmi K50 Gaming for global market surfaces as launch nears

The Poco F4 GT is expected to be Poco's first high-profile release for the year, and could share a similar relationship with the Redmi K50 series as its predecessor did with the Redmi K40 Gaming. The phone has now been spotted on an IMEI database ahead of launch.
Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2022 07:45
EVGA proposes an open air frame made of high-grade carbon fiber. (Image Source: EVGA)

EVGA announces E1 extreme gaming rig with RTX 3090 Ti GPU and carbon fiber frame

The E1 beast from EVGA packs powerful components like the unreleased RTX 3090 Ti Kingpin edition and Z690 Dark Kingpin mobo with overclocked i9-12900K processor, but it is also quite lean with a custom open air carbon fiber frame and patent pending independent suspension system comprised of steel cables.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Jan 2022 20:48
Austrian Audio PG16 gaming headset (Source: Austrian Audio)

Austrian Audio launches the PG16, its first gaming headset

Compatible with a wide range of devices, the TeamSpeak-certified Austrian Audio PG16 gaming headset features 44 mm high-excursion drivers, a lift-to-mute omnidirectional microphone, easily replaceable earcups, metal hinges, as well as a foldable design that ensures maximum portability. The price tag reads 139 Euros (about US$157).
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2022 18:28
The Steam Deck will launch on February 25 after a long wait period. (Image source: Valve)

Valve announces Steam Deck launch, review embargo end and initial shipment dates

The Steam Deck finally has a concrete launch date, having been delayed towards the end of last year. The gaming handheld will debut on February 25 and should start shipping on February 28. However, Valve will only allow people to purchase a Steam Deck if they have reserved one; reservations will only remain valid for three days from February 25 too.
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2022 17:06
The OASIS external AIO is completely optional. (Image Source: XMG)

XMG starts pre-orders for NEO 15 E22 gaming laptop + OASIS external AIO and provides product roadmap for 2022

XMG is offering the NEO 15 E22 with the RTX 3080 Ti dGPU and the Intel i7-12700K processor starting at €3,277. The OASIS external AIO unit is completely optional and costs €199. Roadmap reveals AMD Ryzen 6000 models and additional support for OASIS.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Jan 2022 15:00
Blizzard has revealed its new survival game and is hiring developers across many departments. (Image: Blizzard)

Blizzard unveils a new survival game for PC and console

Blizzard has announced a new survival game set in a brand new universe for PC and console. The company is currently hiring experienced developers to fill a variety of roles for the unannounced game. Although the project appears to be in its early stages, concept art has been released.
Aleem Ali, 26 Jan 2022 19:19
Is this the new most powerful smartphone charging brick? (Source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

The RedMagic 7 is teased as a phone that could push the limits of the AnTuTu benchmark and charging speeds on its launch

RedMagic has now confirmed that it will launch a 2022 flagship smartphone called the 7 soon. Now, it has hyped this device with 4 mystery numbers, one of which refer to its potential 7-figure AnTuTu Benchmark performance. According to the leaker Digital Chat Station, another could be explained by a new charging brick of unprecedented speed.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jan 2022 18:21
The Lenovo Legion Phone 3 could arrive in two variants. (Image source: @evleaks)

Lenovo Legion Phone 3 Elite and Legion Phone 3 Pro leak with multiple gaming features and up to 18 GB of RAM

The Legion Phone 3 series has leaked, comprising the Legion Phone 3 Elite and the Legion Phone 3 Pro. The pair will arrive with a 6.92-inch display, a 5,600 mAh battery and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. Both will also contain many gaming features, including four ultrasonic shoulder buttons.
Alex Alderson, 26 Jan 2022 13:31
An eventual GeForce RTX 4090 Ti may produce up to 100 TFLOPS compute. (Image source: Nvidia (mocked up 3090)/Unsplash - edited)

GeForce RTX 40 series board could smash 100 TFLOPS barrier as leaker doubles down on Lovelace AD102 GPU capability

There is the possibility that one of the SKUs in the upcoming “Lovelace” GeForce RTX 40 series of graphics cards from Nvidia could eventually break the 100 TFLOPS barrier in regard to graphical compute performance (FP32). A noted leaker claims 90 TFLOPS is on the horizon for a board featuring the AD102 GPU.
Daniel R Deakin, 25 Jan 2022 22:08
The "Legion Halo" phone leaks out. (Source: Evan Blass via Twitter)

Rumor | Lenovo's "Halo" is a next-gen top-end gaming phone with a difference

Lenovo is thought to launch the Legion Y90 as a flagship gaming smartphone with distinct design cues from its predecessor. Now, however, there are signs that the next generation on from that might take a different path thereafter. It might have fairly predictable internals, yet look very different from its series' mobile devices to date.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Jan 2022 21:12
MSI GE76 with 12th gen Core i9-12900HK, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, and 4K 120 Hz display now available for pre-order for a whopping $4200 USD (Image source: Xotic PC)

MSI GE76 with 12th gen Core i9-12900HK, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, and 4K 120 Hz display now available for pre-order for a whopping $4200 USD

Users can pre-order now with an expected ship date by March. Initial benchmarks show Intel's Alder Lake series to be a significant improvement over the previous generation and even outperforming the latest mobile Zen 3 CPUs from AMD in key areas.
Allen Ngo, 25 Jan 2022 20:42
Dying Light 2: Stay Human will be get new content for over five years after launch (image via Techland)

Techland promises to support Dying Light 2: Stay Human for over five years

Techland has posted a detailed roadmap about its plans for Dying Light 2: Stay Human. The survival horror game will get two story DLCs, multiple in-game challenges, new monsters, game modes and more for the next five years. Dying Light 2: Stay human will be available to play across all platforms on February 4.
Anil Ganti, 25 Jan 2022 18:00
EA will continue making Star Wars games for the foreseeable future (image via EA)

EA and Respawn Entertainment have three new Star Wars games in the pipeline

EA has confirmed via a blog post that it is working with Respawn Entertainment to make three new Star Wars games. The first is a Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, the second an FPS title and the third a turn-based strategy game.
Anil Ganti, 25 Jan 2022 16:10
This Year's Razer Blade 17 is among the slimmest laptops with an RTX 3080 Ti dGPU. (Image Source: Hardware Canucks)

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti laptops launching today, Nvidia releases detailed performance metrics

Unfortunately, Nvidia chose to compare the RTX 3080 Ti with the 2020 RTX 2080 SUPER. Of course, the performance improvements are clear, but a comparison with the RTX 3080 would have been more appropriate. The Razer Blade 17 2022 used for the RTX 3080 Ti tests appears to not feature the max TGP version and yet performance is comparable to a desktop RTX 3070 Ti.
Bogdan Solca, 25 Jan 2022 15:19
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

Performance Analysis: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Ready for 3840 x 2160 pixels. While the previous flagship model from Nvidia’s Ampere family, the GeForce RTX 3080, was often not powerful enough for the 4K resolution, the new GeForce RTX 3080 Ti might be the first notebook GPU that can handle even the most demanding games with maximum settings.
Florian Glaser, 25 Jan 2022 15:00
MSI GE76 Raider Laptop Review: With Alder Lake and RTX 3080 Ti to gaming heaven

88% MSI GE76 Raider Laptop Review: With Alder Lake and RTX 3080 Ti to gaming heaven

360 Hz-grade performance. What happens if you combine the fastest notebook CPU with the most powerful notebook GPU you can get right now? MSI's answer to this question is the new GE76 Raider. We tested the performance of the 17-inch gaming system.
Intel Core i9-12900HK, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU, 17.3", 3 kg
Florian Glaser, 25 Jan 2022 15:00
Intel Alder Lake-H Core i9-12900HK scores a home run in first benchmark tests. (Image Source: Intel)

Intel Core i9-12900HK performance and power efficiency comparison: Significant gains with potential to put even upcoming AMD offerings at a disadvantage

One giant leap for chip kind. Our first Alder Lake-H performance numbers are in, and enthusiasts seem to be in for a treat. We pit the Core i9-12900HK in the MSI GE76 Raider against Tiger Lake-H, AMD Cezanne Zen 3, and Apple M1 Max SoCs to see what kind of improvements one can expect with Intel's latest mobile offering. From what we see so far, Intel has finally been able to thwart both AMD and Apple in their tracks but at some expense of power.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 25 Jan 2022 14:02
The Hasee ZX9 is available in multiple configurations, including one with a Celeron G6900 processor. (Image source: Hasee)

Hasee ZX9: New gaming laptop variant launches with an LGA 1700 socket and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU

Hasee has released new variants of its ZX9 gaming laptop with a rather strange CPU and GPU combination. For some reason, one variant, the ZX9-DA3DA, features an Intel Celeron desktop processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU. The presence of an LGA 1700 socket provides some added upgradability that most laptops lack, though.
Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2022 23:16
FromSoftware has taken the PC servers of Dark Souls offline temporarily to fix an exploit that was found in Dark Souls 3's online mode. (Image source: FromSoftware)

Dark Souls' PC servers go temporarily offline after a severe vulnerability was discovered in Dark Souls 3's online mode

PC servers for Dark Souls games have temporarily gone offline after a vulnerability was discovered that could allow hackers to execute code remotely on affected computers. Reportedly, the exploit can also plague Elden Ring. Only the PC PvP servers have been taken down, console servers are still up.
Fawad Murtaza, 24 Jan 2022 18:50

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