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Despite topping Steam charts, FragPunk has received some scrutiny for its use of AI-generated in-game assets. NetEase and Bad Guitar have not commented on the allegations, and there is currently no mandatory disclosure of AI art on the game's Steam page.

Retroid may be busy teasing its forthcoming Pocket Flip 2 and Pocket Mini gaming handhelds. However, it has been caught up in the fallout from its initial attempt to resolve a hardware issue affecting all Retroid Pocket Mini units. Now, it has revealed plans for a future hardware revision while also providing updates for existing compensation packages.

A recent update for the Zepp app appears to be causing issues with the Exertion score metric. Several users have discussed the problem on Reddit, flagging that recent activities are not improving their scores as expected. Plus, it appears that this bug could affect other workout-related metrics.

Retroid has clarified ongoing display issues affecting the Pocket Mini. While the company hoped that it could fix the reason behind some shaders failing to work properly, it has now provided a solution in lieu of a direct fix.

A new report from Heise.de says Nvidia's laptop SKUs have also been reported to be missing ROPs (Render Output Units). This could result in a delayed launch because OEMs and Nvidia now need to conduct additional checks.

Gran Saga launched for PC and mobile devices in December 2025, with an estimated development cost of around $25 million. However, for various reasons, the game was shut down after just four months.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card has quietly slotted into PassMark’s G3D Mark chart for high-end video cards. The RTX 5070 has taken up an unassuming spot above the RTX 4070 and almost on the same level as an RTX 4090. Unfortunately, the latter is the Laptop GPU variant, with the desktop RTX 4090 way beyond the performance level of the new Blackwell board.

Ayaneo has commented on the ongoing availability of Flip DS and Flip KB. Until now, the company has offered little by way of an explanation for why numerous orders of its Nintendo DS lookalikes have remained unfulfilled.

The performance issues that the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 seemed to have on the PassMark benchmark website have apparently been solved, with future visits by the new Blackwell cards potentially offering better results. However, the reason behind the RTX 50 issues may cause even more problems in the future for gamers.

Garmin has published a new beta update for the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro, fresh from delivering a stable update containing over 20 changes for the pair. The company now also warns that System Software 20.16 breaks compatibility with HRM accessories in some instances.

In just a few days, Kindle users will no longer be able to download eBooks purchased through Amazon's Kindle store. The move will essentially end any potential for downloading local backups of purchased books; Kindle users will only be able to access their library via downloads directly to a Kindle device.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti card, which has only just been released, has turned up on the PassMark benchmark site. The new Blackwell board has delivered a promising average result so far, based on a small sample size. However, the RTX 5070 Ti was not able to surpass the RTX 4070 Ti and struggled in the GPU Compute test.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card has been knocked off its perch at the top of PassMark’s high-end video card benchmark chart. The RTX 4090 has moved back into the number one spot, with a very slight advantage of +1.02%. The new Blackwell GeForce RTX 50 series cards have suffered a bumpy ride since their initial launch in January.

Nvidia has clarified why some GeForce RTX 5090 graphics cards have been reaching consumers with worse performance than advertised. While the problem should only be present in fewer than 1% of cards, it has also hit the GeForce RTX 5090D and GeForce RTX 5070 Ti.

Apple has announced that its UK-based users can no longer enable Advanced Data Protection. The opt-in feature added end-to-end encryption to your iCloud backup, and users who switched it on will have to disable it to continue using iCloud.

A recent compulsory update for the Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 is reported to significantly impact the battery life of these smartwatches. The software was released to combat the overheating of batteries, which could lead to burns. However, many users are complaining that the battery life of their device is less than half of what it used to be.

The Humane Ai Pin has already reached the end of its lifespan not even one year after its launch. An update releasing on 28 February is set to remove almost all its functions, including its entire AI features. HP is acquiring what’s left of the company for $116 million.

Apple iPhones have appeared in published marketing material for some of Sony’s European sites. Despite having a well-regarded smartphone line of its own, in the form of Xperia, and a perfectly formed flagship phone with the Sony Xperia 1 VI, it seems the Japanese company would rather use the world’s most popular phone brand in an Inzone-related promotion.

The latest development in the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 and 5090 12VHPWR connector meltdown issue sees a microscope analysis reveal that the manufacturing and certification process of the 12VHPWR cables and connectors may be at fault for recent power and current imbalances and dead GPUs.

The developer of the free-to-play shooter Operation: Harsh Doorstop is threatening legal action against influencers who review the game after being paid by competitors.

A Reddit user just had their 12VHPWR power cable melted by an RTX 5080. Only the PSU side was affected this time, likely due to the GPU routing all of the current through one wire.

A Reddit user ended up with a dead Ryzen 7 9800X3D for seemingly no fault of theirs. Apparently, it happened when they were watching some videos on their PC, effectively ruling out any possibilities of overload.

CheckMag Samsung's continued reliance on Wacom's EMR technology for its S Pen means that magnetic accessories still won't work with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Samsung has acknowledged the incompatibility with a warning to users who have magnetic accessories equipped on their S25 Ultra.

Der8auer contacted the Reddit user who recently lost their RTX 5090 to a melted power cable. His testing suggests the user's the third-party cable might not be at fault here.

PC gamers are currently experiencing flashbacks after a user reported their Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Founders Edition GPU's power connector has started melting. Unfortunately for the owner of the GPU in question, it doesn't look like a warranty or recall will be the solution this time around.

The highly anticipated seventh installment of Sid Meier's Civilization series has had a rocky launch. On Steam, only 50% of player reviews are positive. However, developer Firaxis Games has already outlined its plans to win back fans.

A handful of RTX 5090 users are experiencing the black part of 'Blackwell' quite literally. Apparently, the screen turns black when they try to run a game/benchmark or stress the card in general.

The GeForce RTX 5090 has failed to overtake its predecessor in a GPU compute benchmark on the well-known PassMark database site. The RTX 5080 suffered a similar fate, with the card barely managing to beat out the RTX 4070 Ti. The GeForce 50 series Blackwell cards support PCIe 5.0 connectivity via 16 data lanes.

While reorganizing into functional groups for hardware, software, design, quality, and operations, the new Sonos CEO had to make the difficult decision of eliminating a number of jobs. Sadly, this move will affect around 200 employees, who will receive severance pay based on the time they spent with the company.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 made its highly anticipated debut on February 4, drawing over 125,000 concurrent players and earning a solid Metascore of 88. While the launch was a resounding success, one particular criticism has become a sore spot for lead developer Daniel Vávra.

A controversial new app, available only in third-party app stores, has Apple spitting fire. The company cites the app, which allows users to browse adult content, as an example of harmful software it is forced to allow under the EU's Digital Markets Act.

A Zotac Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Solid Overclocked graphics card has just been sold for an obscene amount on eBay, with the seller openly admitting that they had recently purchased the board from Micro Center. It’s not just gamers in the US bracing for horrific reseller prices, as a similar picture has emerged in the key market of Japan.

It’s time to say goodbye to MultiVersus. The crossover platform fighter, known for bringing together characters from Warner Bros. properties, will officially go offline after the conclusion of its fifth and final season.

Nvidia and its recent GeForce RTX 50 series launch, which many have labeled a “paper launch” due to immediate stock shortages, have been lambasted from a somewhat surprising corner of the internet. Renowned whistleblower and former NSA sub-contractor Edward Snowden has criticized SKUs like the RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 for being underpowered and overpriced.

Dreame recently launched the new X50 Ultra Complete robot vacuum. While it offers impressive features, including the ability to climb over obstacles, early users have reported poor battery performance. Multiple users have indicated that, compared to older robot vacuums, this new model uses double the battery life to clean the same area.

Spider-Man 2 has finally arrived on PC, topping the Steam charts with strong sales. Despite its popularity, player reviews tell a different story, with many expressing frustration over the port’s quality.

Many Google Pixel 4a user are complaining that their smartphone has become practically unusable after the latest update. A developer has now taken a closer look at the code and explains the corresponding software changes in detail.

Garmin may have acted swiftly to resolve the return of the 'triangle of death' across many of its modern cycling computers and smartwatches. Official resolutions presented could result in irretreveable data loss for some devices, though.

Garmin has acknowledged that the 'triangle of death' has returned across many of its currently supported smartwatches. Allegedly caused by a recent update to a GPE.bin file, the only apparent solution is for Garmin to roll out a fix for the affected file.

The Realme 14x has been unleashed on the Indian market with the same advanced durability ratings and battery size as a new Android flagship for a fraction of the price. Not so in Malaysia, however, where the same smartphone is now available with significant compromises on both of its class-leading selling points.

The Quinfall promised a vast open world and a thrilling combat system, sparking excitement among genre fans eager for a standout MMO. One day after its release, however, the average rating on Steam has already plummeted - and not just for technical reasons.

Retroid has now published an Android 13 update for the Pocket Mini. Although the device theoretically now runs the same software as the larger Pocket 5, early reports point to a myriad of issues.

Google has identified a battery issue with the Pixel 4a and has recently started to roll out an update to affected smartphones on January 8th. However, this update may cause significant issues according to numerous user complaints.

With the tech industry's long march to 64-bit only software, EA announced it will shutter its Origin game manager in April. Instead, users with games purchased from EA will have to use the EA app, which is a 64-bit piece of software.

Elon Musk recently drew widespread attention with claims of setting gaming records. While some in the gaming community were impressed, others accused the tech billionaire of cheating. These allegations have now been confirmed, sparking significant outrage among gamers.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is suffering from faster-than-usual battery drain after a recent software update. According to various user reports on Reddit, the watch is now losing almost double the battery percentage on a daily basis. However, one user has suggested what is causing the problem and how to fix it.

Electric vehicle startup Canoo has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and ceased operations, citing less than $50,000 in assets against liabilities of up to $50 million. Despite initial promise and partnerships with major organizations, the company struggled with strategic shifts, funding issues, and governance challenges.

Despite the hype and excitement surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has suffered a notable decline in its share price following the announcement of its upcoming console. Reactions to the Switch 2 are mixed, resulting in immediate negative feedback from the market at large.

While the Apple Mac mini is an incredible little computer, it is not immune to issues. A recent report by AppleInsider has discovered a plethora of users complaining about reliability with USB-C connections, although the culprit is yet to be identified.