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The March 2025 update for the Pixel Watch line brought Wear OS 5.1. While it introduced many improvements, users report that notifications are now displayed with a delay and other issues have appeared. Fortunately, Google is already working on a fix.

Nintendo just revealed a Direct livestream for March 27th. However, any Switch 2 release date or launch title news won't happen until the following April 2nd Direct. On Nintendo's YouTube channel, gamers can expect to learn more about unannounced current-gen Switch games.

The PlayStation Store looks radically different than it did a year ago. Xbox exclusives are appearing on the pre-order sales charts in increasing numbers. Will gamers ever see Sony's PS5 titles on an Xbox console?

Google has quietly rolled out substantial performance upgrades for all Tensor G-powered devices. Available for devices running Android 15 and Android 16, the improvement will be noticeable in Vulkan optimised applications even for the PIxel 6a and Pixel 7a.

Tecno has announced that the next generation of its Camon-series mid-range Android smartphones will be kept up to date over the first five years following their release. The support is slated to cover the Camon 40, 40 Pro and 40 Pro 5G as well as the top-end Camon 40 Premier, which should end their product lives on Android 18.

The mystery of the GTA 6 release date is causing chaos across the gaming industry. A new interview with prominent publishers shows how the confusion could lead to widespread delays. To avoid lost revenue, these companies intend to avoid competing with Rockstar Games.

Gamers can now recreate their favorite The Walking Dead moments in Fortnite. Epic Games has unveiled new weapons and NPCs inspired by TV series and comic books. After a leak, Sabrina Carpenter will also likely become the next Fortnite Festival icon.

The RPCS3-Android project is progressing steadily, with the recent alpha 5.0 and alpha 5.1 updates introducing major changes to this PS3 emulator for Android. With the latest alpha 6 update, it has now gained support for Bluetooth controllers.

A popular insider is arguing that Sony won't allow PC ports on future Xbox consoles. Many gamers disagree since any Windows-based system should support Steam. Microsoft may soon release an Xbox handheld that could act as a test case for booting PlayStation's cross-platform games.

Off to an impressive start, Ubisoft's new release hopes to earn the title of the best Assassin's Creed game. To this point, Assassin's Creed Shadows is falling short of the player counts notched by the 2020 Valhalla. Fresh Ubisoft data also shows the influence of Steam on the game's popularity.

The Phawx just showed off an Asus ROG Ally running an early build of SteamOS. While most of its functions work, there are still a few kinks that need to be ironed out, like the TDP slider.

The Extrack app separates vocal and instrument performances from a song, allowing musicians to select any track to play along like a band member. Chord progressions are automatically displayed, simplifying learning of guitar and piano parts.

AirPods Max with USB-C is set to get lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio support when connected via the USB-C cable. The firmware update will reportedly arrive with iOS 18.4 update some time in April.

Pixel phone users can now unlock their devices with on-screen fingerprint recognition even when the screen is off. This feature has been expanded to older Pixel phones in the latest Android 16 Beta.

The Switch 2 Direct may not be the only official Nintendo event in the next few weeks. Several journalists and insiders are dropping hints about announcements this week. Gamers didn't expect Switch news, but Nintendo's partners reportedly have many unannounced games.

Gamers are hoping that a new Xbox console doesn't leave past-generation titles behind. Functioning like a Windows gaming PC, it may not natively boot older Xbox games. Players could get a glimpse into the future with the upcoming Project Kennan Asus handheld.

A new Harry Potter game may be more of a social experience than Hogwarts Legacy. Warner Bros. Games has posted job listings for a mysterious online RPG. The Avalanche Software project would give the publisher another chance for a successful multiplayer title.

Samsung has confirmed that more devices will begin receiving One UI 7 next month in some regions than it had previously suggested. While the company had included under 20 smartphones and tablets in a prior list, it has now expanded this number to almost 40. Hardly any older models will receive the company's Audio Eraser, Drawing Assist and Writing Assist features, though.

ChatGPT accused a Norwegian man of murdering his two sons and jail time of 21 years. OpenAI is now in trouble once again in Europe for producing egregious falsehoods under GDPR regulation.

Huawei has developed its own counterpart of Apple's M3 silicon, according to a recent leak. The in-house chipset is now thought to power an equally custom PC, one that might be the OEM's answer to a Mac, Mac Mini or similar desktop. It might be a premium product, and boot HarmonyOS out of the box following a launch allegedly set for later in 2025.

After being given false hope, the rumored Flight Simulator PS5 port remains in a holding pattern. A PlayStation Store listing for Flight Simulator 2025 is not associated with Microsoft or the listed Thronefall developer.

Mod Mania BalatroMultiplayer is a new mod that's almost in 1.0 release at the time of writing. It puts players head-to-head and is quickly becoming a fan favorite in the Balatro community. We take an in-depth look at this creative mod, talking about future plans and an inside scoop from one of the authors.

A new survival MMO set in the 1700s in an "alternate age of piracy" sets players on the path of revenge and pillaging, both on the high seas and on land. Crosswind boasts diverse combat, seafaring adventure, and a 30–40 hour story, all free to play on Steam.

In today's gaming world, multi-platform titles are becoming the standard. Some players are now using Boosteroid to stream PlayStation exclusives on Xbox consoles. Only purchased PC ports are compatible with the cloud gaming service.

Assassin's Creed Shadows may be a reason for skeptical gamers to consider a PS5 Pro upgrade. Digital Foundry showed how ray-traced global illumination added realism to the Japanese scenery. The Assassin's Creed Shadows PS5 Pro version is missing some Sony-promoted features like PSSR upscaling.

A BIOS update that went on for four days ended with an unresponsive PC. The complete incident was documented on Reddit, and fortunately, there were no major setbacks from the whole ordeal.

inZOI is a city-scale life simulator and your character can die in 16 different ways. Some of these include slipping, electrocution, getting hit by a car, or having drastically low acknowledgment.

Roughly three months since elementary OS 8, the 8.0.1 update lands with a new kernel alongside multiple minor changes. The list of areas that received tweaks includes the AppCenter, Files, Terminal, System Settings, Installer, and more. The ISO file is 3.3 GB in size, and the installation needs at least 32 GB.

Now sporting page loading speed improvements, Vivaldi 7.2 also comes with a tweaked address bar, the ability to override keyboard shortcuts and to create events directly from email messages, a new currency widget, workspace access via quick commands, as well as account reordering in Vivaldi Mail.

The Android port of the ever-so-popular PS3 emulator RPCS3 has been updated, and it's a major update. Among the notable changes is a settings menu, allowing players to tweak different aspects of the emulation.

Despite impressive efficiency results in our review, AMD has now semi-officially confirmed that RDNA 4 will not make it to mobile devices in any way, not even as Zen 6 iGPUs. The good news is that this suggests AMD may eventually port FSR 4 to older generations, as the AMD Ryzen Strix Halo APU still uses RDNA 3.5 for its RTX 4060-tier iGPU performance, and the upcoming Medusa Halo iGPU is slated to deliver even more performance.

There may soon be a new influx of GTA 5 PC players. A reliable source of Rockstar Games news discovered evidence of integration with PC Game Pass. Rumors of a partnership between Microsoft and Take-Two Interactive have circulated for several years.

Samsung has finally revealed global rollout plans for One UI 7 globally. While the rollout covers 19 devices initially, Samsung has hinted at expanded availability further down the line. Older flagships will miss out on certain AI-assisted features, though.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is the latest anticipated title to see scores leak early. The action RPG, which balances combat and stealth mechanics, has survived regular controversy. The first leaked Assassin's Creed Shadows reviews originate from IGN Brasil and Console Creatures.

Hackers continue to find vulnerabilities in the Steam platform. A gamer noticed a generic-looking FPS title linking to a suspicious external website. Any user who installed the Sniper: Phantom's Resolution demo should immediately run a malware scan and consider resetting passwords.

Zepp Health is rolling out a new update for an Amazfit wearable. Specifically, the update to version 2.3.8.5 includes various improvements for the Helio smart ring.

Instead of relying on another Pokémon Legends: Z-A leak, players have news from the title's Game Director. Haruka Tochigi described the game's development as being in its late stages. Tochigi also teased some exciting gameplay changes before an expected late 2025 release date.

Resident Evil 9 could move the horror IP in a bold new direction. A Capcom insider expects the game to resemble no other title in the franchise. The reinvention of the series could explain the lack of a Resident Evil 9 release date or official news.

Cube 3D lets creators on the Roblox platform and elsewhere use generative AI to create 3D models with text prompts. The developers also plan on adding more complex and functional object creation down the line.

With a history of over two decades and formerly known as SystemRescueCD, the Arch-based SystemRescue live environment has just received the update labeled 12.00. This refresh comes with the 6.12.19 LTS kernel, bcachefs support, Firefox 128.8.0 ESR, and Xfce 4.20.1, as well as several other package updates.

While impressing viewers with a haunting Japanese setting, the latest Silent Hill f trailer fails to answer many questions. Surprisingly, the ESRB rating describes more gameplay than shown in any video. How long before Konami finally confirms a Silent Hill f release date?

A Metroid game could play a prime role in the April Nintendo Switch 2 direct. A source close to Retro Studios believes Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will show the new console's full potential.

Valve has officially released the SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview. Codenamed "Pi Day," it brings many changes to the table. That includes KDE Plasma 6.2.5, upgraded Linux Kernel, and, most importantly, support for gaming handhelds other than the Steam Deck.

New info from a reliable source suggests Valve's SteamOS release is imminent. Code changes hint towards expanded hardware support, which aligns with official reports that SteamOS will soon be available beyond the Steam Deck.

Gigabyte asserts that its latest 27-inch 4K monitor is the ideal display of its size for the RTX 5000-series era, as it integrates tandem OLED technology on top of its QD-OLED nature. The MO27U2 has a 240Hz refresh rate, supports G-Sync and packs Gigabyte Tactical Features rated to optimize gaming-friendly attributes such as VRR and clarity in motion. It also even packs its own cooling and Pantone validation.

According to a typically reliable source, Apple will be bringing a major feature update to the AirPods Pro later this year. Linked to the rollout of upcoming OS upgrades like iOS 19, the new feature should transform Apple's earbuds into a real-life Babel fish.

A leaked cover is already building hype many months before the EA Sports College Football 26 release date. Some gamers wonder if featuring mascots and coaches on the retail box foreshadows popular new features.

So far, the One UI 7 beta was available on the last-gen Galaxy S24 series phones, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6, with the S25 series being the only lineup with a stable build. Samsung has now expanded the program, allowing S23 users to get a taste of its new Android 15 skin.

Google has begun rolling out a new update that brings a new version of Android to the Chromecast with Google TV. However, some users have reported issues after updating their device.