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The Epic Games Store has refreshed its PC game giveaway program with two new titles. Worth a combined $34.98, Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge and Strange Horticulture are both well-rated by gamers and critics, but are only offered for Windows users this time around.

One-Netbook has shared more information about its next gaming handheld release. Another OneXPlayer X1 product, the OneXPlayer X1 Air adopts the Intel Lunar Lake architecture at the expense of OCuLink connectivity. One-Netbook will not be releasing the OneXPlayer X1 Air this month after all, either.

A YouTuber benchmarked AMD’s Radeon 9070 XT and Nvidia’s RTX 5080 across Windows 11 and Linux. Tests in more than 10 games show Linux gaming in 2025 coming surprisingly close to Windows performance.

Asus has revealed all key hardware specifications for the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X. Microsoft has also confirmed when and in what countries the two gaming handhelds will be available. Best Buy appears to have jumped the gun regarding potential launch pricing too.

Thunderbolt 5, two Ethernet ports, PCIe 5.0 and the fastest mobile components you can currently get - Schenker's mobile workstation Key 18 Pro offers all the features you could want and is also equipped with the most powerful components. You can even get up to 256 GB RAM.

Microsoft is updating 365 Copilot with student-focused features ahead of the new semester. The update includes tools aimed at helping students both inside and outside the classroom.

As reported by users, the latest Windows 11 update is causing SSD failures when heavy file transfers are initiated. Microsoft hasn't acknowledged the issue yet, but Phison has responded to it.

Users report that Windows 11 updates are being offered on older systems without TPM 2.0 enabled. Observations from private users and businesses indicate that Microsoft's upgrade mechanism currently also considers incompatible hardware even if the official requirements remain unchanged.

The Windows 11 update KB5063878 is apparently causing SSD failures on PCs while attempting heavy file transfers. Japanese outlet NichePCGamer reports that SSDs from several brands are affected, but Microsoft has yet to verify the issue.

Adesso has introduced the EasyTouch 130 and 150, quiet mechanical keyboards featuring Cherry Brown switches and dedicated Copilot AI keys. Both models offer enhanced legibility, N-key rollover, and noise-dampening QuietTouch gaskets.

Microsoft has released an update for the Xbox app, specifically for the Arm PCs running Windows 11. It's said to enhance the gaming potential of these computers by allowing them to run the games natively.

Celeste has been discounted on Steam by 75%, bringing the price down to just under $5. The 2D metroidvania features challenging platforming, excellent character-driven storytelling, and an award-winning score. In the seven years since Celeste launched, it has amassed an "Overwhelmingly Positive" review score from over 112,000 reviews.

Check Point has uncovered critical flaws in Microsoft Windows, including a Rust-based kernel vulnerability that could let attackers crash systems. This marks the first publicly disclosed Rust kernel exploit, underscoring the need for zero-trust security and frequent system backups.

The Keychron Q12 HE features a southpaw design, meaning it has a full num pad — with a wide zero key — and saves space for the mouse on the right side. It also features Keychron's excellent customisation suite and smooth Gateron Double-Rail Magnetic Nebula Hall-effect switches.

Ayaneo has shared new details about two of its clamshell gaming handhelds. While the Pocket DS is slated to arrive this month during a dedicated launch event, the company has warned that the Flip 1S DS could be hard to come by after its crowdfunding campaign ends next month.

Anyone not wishing to forgo Windows 10 can get extended support with UpDownTool. In just a few clicks, this tool enables a free downgrade to Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 with ongoing updates until 2032.

Microsoft is facing a lawsuit in the US over the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. The lawsuit is directed against the forced replacement of Windows 10 and its consequences for users and businesses.

The Epic Games Store has started giving away two new games worth $14.99 each. Available from today, both titles can be added to your Epic Games library and enjoyed on Windows or macOS. Hidden Folks and Totally Reliable Delivery Service will be discounted until August 21.

The Asus ROG Strix G18 is a large 18-inch gaming notebook that offers a powerful AMD processor and a good IPS screen. Priced at 2300 Euros, however, you only get the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, which does not really suit the processor or the price tag.

Subnautica Below Zero, the follow-up to the wildly successful open-world survivalcraft game, has been discounted in a recent Steam sale to a new all-time-low price of just $7.49 shortly ahead of the highly anticipated launch of its sequel.

We just reviewed the two gaming laptops Asus ROG Strix G18 and the XMG Focus 17 M25, which follow a completely different approach. While the XMG wants to offer the best price-performance ratio, Asus prioritizes features. But what is more important?

As the Windows gaming handheld intensifies, and with the launch of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally just around the corner, the original Asus ROG Ally has been discounted by 23% at Best Buy, bringing it down to its Black Friday price. The ROG Ally is powered by AMD's Ryzen Z1 Extreme, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of RAM.

The highest possible gaming performance for the lowest price - this is the motto of the new XMG Focus 17 M25 with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU. Priced at 1849 Euros, it is cheaper than the comparable MSI Vector 16 HX, but you have to make some compromises.

Stardew Valley is on sale on Steam for 30% off, bringing it to $10.49 — just shy of its best-ever sale price of $7.49. The cozy RPG offers you an open-ended adventure in a quaint town quietly facing off against an outside enemy threatening the lifestyle and livelihood of the town.

Once touted as a The Sims-killer, inZOI's popularity has tapered off, and Krafton is seemingly hoping to reinvigorate its life simulator with a new free FLC called Island Getaway. The free DLC will be available on 20 August, and it adds a new location and leisurely beach and resort activities to the game.

The CannonKeys Photon has is now available as an in-stock kit. The wireless mechanical keyboard kit comes with plentiful customisation options, minimalist design, and phenomenal battery life claims — despite its relatively small battery — and comes in at $104, with full keycap, switch, and stabiliser sets bringing the price up to $166.28.

Gatekeeper recently exited Steam Early Access with its 1.0 launch and a Steam deal offering 35% off the new co-op roguelike. In the week since launch, the game has nearly doubled its player base and continued its positive review streak on Steam.

The Epic Games Store has discounted another two games for PC gamers. Available to download and keep forever from today, the 112 Operator giveaway is exclusive to Windows users. Conversely, Road Redemption can be picked up on both Windows and macOS.

It looks like Lenovo offers two very similar and affordable laptops ThinkPad E14 series as well as the ThinkBook 14. So where are the differences between the real business laptop and the prosumer device? We compare the two current 14-inch models.

Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue with the launch of USD 80 Windows XP-themed Crocs, available initially to employees. The release follows a year marked by significant restructuring, including over 15,000 job cuts across various divisions.

Hori has released the Street Fighter 6 edition of its Nolva all-button arcade controller for PlayStation and PCs, featuring ten fighter-themed designs. The joystick-free unit offers customizable buttons, PS-exclusive touch controls, and a headphone jack.

For less than the price of The Alters alone, you can get a bundle with The Alters and This War of Mine. Both games are critically acclaimed, and both offer a unique perspective on typical game genres — namely sci-fi and war games.

The Microsoft Surface Duo series came and went with only two iterations. While Microsoft is unlikely to revisit the dual-display form factor any time soon, early Windows-based prototypes codenamed Andromeda have now surfaced on an online marketplace.

8BitDo’s upcoming Xbox controller, designed in collaboration with Rare, has leaked ahead of its official launch via an Amazon listing. Priced at $90, it includes features like hall effect joysticks, a golden metal D-pad, and an integrated charging dock.

Affordable office laptops are usually equipped with pretty bad screens because the cost is a major factor and office laptops are often connected to larger external screens anyway. Lenovo now finally offers a high-resolution IPS screen with 120 Hz for its new office laptop ThinkPad E14.

It seems like manufacturers of office laptops are finally prioritizing maintainability once again. The new Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G7 can accommodate two SSDs and two RAM modules, which means that the memory can be easily upgraded to 128GB if needed.

The Fiio Snowsky Melody DAC blends North American aged wood with dual Cirrus Logic MasterHIFI converters to deliver high-resolution audio with DSD256 and 384 kHz 32-bit PCM support. The petite DAC supports balanced and single-ended headphones with wide device compatibility, including the Nintendo Switch 2.

Epic Games has updated its PC game giveaway page with a batch of titles that it plans to offer next week. Well-regarded, both games will be free to add to your Epic Games library in a deal aimed at racing and strategy fans.

The Epic Games Store has updated its PC gaming giveaway service with two new titles. Available for a limited time, as always, Keylocker and Pilgrims are both well-rated indie titles for fans of turn-based rhythm JRPG and card-based games.

NEC has launched the 13.3-inch VersaPro J UltraLite Type VY Lunar Lake business laptops. These ultralight notebooks can use large user-swappable batteries coupled with AI power management to achieve runtimes of over 16 hours, based on internal testing.

Better late than never: Lenovo is finally going to release their 2025 workstation lineup. Their Japanese branch teased the upcoming lineup, which includes the ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 with the Nvidia RTX Pro 5000, the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 as well as the brand-new ThinkPad T1g with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070.

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 8 does not cost a lot, starting under $1,000 - and for that low price, it has awesome an upgrade potential, as all the components apart from the CPU can be upgraded. And while the processor is not upgradeable, Intel Arrow Lake H is far from slow.

Ayaneo has begun teasing arguably its most ambitious gaming device yet. Described as a 'new take' on the mini gaming laptop, the Ayaneo Flip 11 could well line up as a GPD Win Max 2 or OneXPlayer X1 Pro alternative with a blend of gaming and productivity within an 11-inch form factor.

Microsoft has introduced Copilot Mode in Edge, an AI that can see all open tabs while answering prompts. Experimental Action mode lets the AI work autonomously, raising questions about accountability, while recorded screenshots raise privacy concerns.