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Epic Games Store is now giving its penultimate free game in January for a short time

The Epic Games Store is updating its free game giveaway with a new indie title. This time, the storefront has discounted a first-person puzzler to $0.00, which has been well received by fans and critics alike.

Alex Alderson, 23 Jan 2025 14:47

Apple has paused AI notification summaries

Apple pulls AI news summaries after inaccuracies reach tipping point

Apple has paused its AI-generated news alert summaries after the feature delivered some very questionable results. AI news summaries will, however, be back in a few weeks with tweaks to communicate when an alert summary is AI-gene...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Jan 2025 01:15

Waterfield Designs' Shield case for the Mac mini is available in two colors. (Image source: Waterfield)

This stylish case protects the M4 Mac Mini from scratches and theft, sorta

While the M4 Mac mini's small form factor allows it to be easily carried around, it isn't really immune to scratches and other kinds of damage. Waterfield's Shield Case, available in two colors, offers protection and also a way to...

Habeeb Onawole, 15 Jan 2025 23:43

Doublepoint debuts WowMouse app for Apple Watch to control Macs and more with gestures. (Image source: Doublepoint)

CES 2025 | Doublepoint debuts WowMouse for Apple Watch to control Macs with gestures

Doublepoint WowMouse debuted in 2024 for Wear OS smartwatches and is now available for Apple Watches. The app allows users wearing Apple Watches to control their Macs by pointing and pinching with their fingers to simulate mice.

David Chien, 06 Jan 2025 06:20

It seems that another rogue-like game will be given away during this year's Epic Games Holiday Sale. (Image source: Epic Games)

New mysterious Epic Games Store free game leak revealed ahead of schedule for December 22 giveaway

A seemingly reliable source has posted a new cryptic message about the Epic Games Store's next free game giveaway. If correct, it would see the storefront give another popular rogue-like title its free game treatment, but not for ...

Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2024 00:16

New Epic Games Store free game giveaway lands with $25 face value, but only for 24 hours

The Epic Games Store has updated its Mystery Game giveaway with a new title. Available until 15:59 UTC on December 22, the game is playable not only on various Windows machines but also pretty much any Mac released within the last...

Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2024 23:39

The Zeera Macforge case for the M4 Mac Mini is designed like a Mac Pro. (Image source: Zeera)

This aluminium case transforms the M4 Mac Mini into a Mac Pro while improving its cooling

Zeera is offering an aluminum case for the M4 Mac Mini that turns it into a miniature Mac Pro. The CNC case not only adds aesthetics but also brings functional benefits such as improved cooling and easier access to the power butto...

Habeeb Onawole, 18 Dec 2024 19:45

Gaijin launches War Thunder 2.43 (Image source: Own)

War Thunder ends 2024 with a storm warning

This year's last major update, labeled 2.43 "Storm Warning" by Gaijin, brings quite a few exciting pieces of military hardware to War Thunder. Alongside the Eurofighter Typhoon and the Rafale jets, this refresh also brings the M44...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2024 12:52

Apple's new AI focused updates should be rolling out across iPhones, iPads and Macs shortly. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhones, iPads and Macs to receive new AI features in the coming days

Apple has announced that various iPhones, iPads and Macs will be eligible for a fresh round of AI features in the next few days. Having debuted Apple Intelligence language earlier this year, Apple has confirmed that the functional...

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2024 01:00

Users of Adobe software, including Adobe Reader and Experience Manager, should apply software updates to protect against recently discovered vulnerabilities. (Image source: Adobe)

Adobe Patchday: More than 150 security fixes for Illustrator, Acrobat Reader and other applications

Software giant Adobe is patching a number of vulnerabilities in products including Acrobat and Acrobat Reader, InDesign, Illustrator, and Substance 3D Modeler. The most affected product, it turns out, is Experience Manager.

Alexander Pensler, 11 Dec 2024 14:43

Epic Games Store mystery free game giveaway to return for the holiday season

Epic Games has just giving away $85 worth of games. However, it turns out these titles will be the last regular giveaways of the year as the storefront marks the return of its free mystery game promotion period.

Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2024 19:06

The Flexbar should be compatible with professional applications and even games. (Image source: Eniac Technology)

This new crowdfunding campaign aims to bring back Apple's Touch Bar but for Windows and Mac

The Flexbar is a rather unusual accessory designed for Windows and Mac. Built around an ESP32 microcontroller, the Flexbar features a 2K AMOLED touchscreen and supports software that allows it to mimic Apple's infamous Touch Bar.

Alex Alderson, 03 Dec 2024 17:25

Black Friday Deal | M4 Pro Apple MacBook Pros with 1600-nit mini-LED displays get first Black Friday deals for lowest-ever prices

Apple's latest 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro SoC has received a substantial discount in both Amazon and Best Buy's Black Friday sales. The brand-new M4 Pro SoC joins bright mini-LED displays, 24 GB of unified memory, and a sizea...

Julian van der Merwe, 29 Nov 2024 21:28

Sanwa Supply launches wireless handheld mouse for VR and regular users. (Image source: Sanwa Supply)

Sanwa Supply unveils wireless handheld mouse with media control pad for regular and VR users

Sanwa Supply has unveiled the 400-MAWBT204BK wireless handheld mouse. The mouse has buttons for direct control of media players and can control computers while in VR.

David Chien, 26 Nov 2024 07:09

The M4-powered Mac Mini (Image source: Notebookcheck)

The M4 Mac Mini is the best desktop for most people

CheckMag The new M4 Mac Mini is making waves in both the critical and consumer circles, and for good reason. The tiny desktop is an engineering marvel that boasts plenty of power packed into a tiny (and relatively inexpensive) package. Whi...

Sam Medley, 26 Nov 2024 07:05

SoundSlide adds volume controls to laptops with a USB-C port. (Image source: SoundSlide)

SoundSlide: This $18 USB-C dongle adds a volume slider to your computer

SoundSlide is a small device that adds volume controls to almost any computer. It plugs into a USB-C port and allows users to adjust their computers' volume with a swipe or tap.

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Nov 2024 13:15

Opera GX UI facelift (Image source: Own)

Opera GX gets major facelift and performance improvements

The most immersive since the 2019 debut of Opera GX comes with a major visual refresh that includes "an expanded modding universe" while also providing improved performance and usability. Aimed at gamers, Opera GX now has over 30 ...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2024 22:52

Corsair updates K65 Plus and M75 for Mac (Image source: Corsair)

Corsair announces updated K65 Plus wireless gaming keyboard and M75 wireless gaming mouse for Mac

Mac gaming has been steadily improving, but users still face limited peripheral options. Corsair aims to change that with the newly updated K65 Plus wireless gaming keyboard and a Mac-specific version of the M75 wireless gaming mo...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Nov 2024 07:59

Epic Games Store is giving away two free games this week but only for a short time

The Epic Games Store has updated its free game of the week service with another two titles. Available later today, the deal traces the origins of a historic vampire franchise and also includes a well-regarded indie puzzler.

Alex Alderson, 14 Nov 2024 13:48

The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air with Apple's M3 CPU is on sale at Amazon for a record-low price. (Image source: Notebookcheck / Andreas Osthoff)

Deal | Apple MacBook Air 13 M3 drops to record-low price in early Amazon Black Friday deal

The silent Apple MacBook Air with its powerful Apple M3 processor is down to an all-time low on Amazon, thanks to a rare, sizeable $200 discount. The MacBook Air in question comes with 16 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, with the ...

Julian van der Merwe, 13 Nov 2024 23:39

VMware Fusion Pro 13 on macOS (Image source: Broadcom)

VMware Fusion and Workstation now also free for commercial and educational use

Turned into freebies in May 2024, VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion were only made free for personal use back then. However, now Broadcom has just decided to apply the same treatment to the commercial versions, which can now be...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Nov 2024 17:00

Amazon drops just-released M4 Mac mini to lowest price ever. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Just-launched 2024 Mac Mini with M4 AI CPU, 16GB RAM, and 256GB SSD on sale at lowest price ever on Amazon

Amazon has given the just-released Mac mini with M4 AI CPU, 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD a price reduction of $50 off the MSRP of $599. The Mac is smaller than the prior model and adds AI-powered features.

David Chien, 10 Nov 2024 06:18

Anthropic launches improved Claude AI with computer control and Palantir partnership for US Government Intelligence and Defense Operations. (Image source: Dall-E-3 AI)

Anthropic advances AI with Claude 3.5 Haiku, improved Claude 3.5 Sonnet with computer control, and Palantir partnership for US Government Intelligence and Defense Operations

Anthropic has unveiled improved Claude AI that can control computers directly, allowing the AI to complete complex tasks that previously required direct human input. A partnership with Palantir provides the US government with AI c...

David Chien, 09 Nov 2024 23:17

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