Although video game purists refute mobile gaming, viewing it as something lesser than the more powerful console and PC platforms, it’s undeniable that handheld titles are some of the biggest money makers out there. Fortnite’s iOS version has been out for less than a month, and has already earned a …
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Ofcom’s 5G spectrum auction is under way with Vodafone and O2 leading the charge
After a lengthy delay caused by UK network Three challenging Ofcom’s 5G limitation, the auction for 4G and 5G spectrum finally went under way this week. Ofcom has since posted the results of the principle stage, with Vodafone and O2 taking away the biggest cuts. Five major companies competed for …
Read More »Boss Key admits it needs to move on from LawBreakers but promises continued support
It has been around nine months since LawBreakers first launched and while Cliff Bleszinski was initially undeterred by the shooters' low player counts, Boss Key Productions seems to be moving on. In a new statement, the studio acknowledged that the game is currently unsustainable, so it has begun work on a …
Read More »PUBG takes aim at mobile competition, launching lawsuits against copycats
Before Bluehole managed to break onto smartphones with PUBG Mobile, a plethora of inspired games flooded the market in an attempt to ride the wave of popularity surrounding the battle royale genre. NetEase’s Rules of Survival and Knives Out in particular have since been highlighted by the publisher as threats …
Read More »Far Cry 5 apparently managed to sell 5 million copies in its first week
We already knew that Far Cry 5 was a hit for Ubisoft here in the UK, with the game hitting the top of retail sales charts. However, the worldwide picture is even more impressive, with some reports claiming that Ubisoft managed to sell as many as five million copies on …
Read More »Nintendo directs customers towards safer third-party hardware for the Switch
Last week, Nintendo responded to reports of its latest firmware update botching Switch consoles for owners that used third-party docks by advising that customers stick to verified, first-party hardware instead. This is apparently due to the components used within the USB-C connector, causing the console to potentially brick. The answer …
Read More »Google is reportedly working on a 4K Chromebook codenamed ‘Atlas’
Since 2015, Google has been continuously supporting its lineup of Pixelbook laptops, all sporting Chrome OS. In October, we finally got a hardware revision, with beefier processors and better battery life, but it looks like the next upgrade could be just around the corner. Reports this week claim that Google …
Read More »World of Warcraft’s next expansion will launch in August
Back in November, Blizzard announced WoW's next expansion, Battle for Azeroth, pitting the horde and alliance forces against each other once again. Pre-orders went live in January, giving players a number of benefits prior to the expansion's launch and now, we have a final release date. Battle for Azeroth will …
Read More »Apple’s Mac Pro redesign has been pushed back to 2019
Back in April 2017, Apple did something a tad out of character- it admitted that it screwed up with the 2013 Mac Pro. During a press roundtable the company said that ‘boxed itself in‘ with the cylindrical design of the Mac Pro and promised to restore modularity in a redesign. …
Read More »SK hynix SC311 512GB SSD Review
It's a new, consumer-grade SSD from SK hynix. At around £120 is it one to shortlist?
Read More »Kingston launches A1000 series NVMe M.2 SSDs with the promise of ‘near SATA’ pricing
Kingston has been a steady force in the SSD market for years now, and this week it is expanding its lineup with the new A1000 series. This new round of drives aim to be an entry-level point for those looking to upgrade to an NVMe M.2 drive, with capacities ranging …
Read More »Razer launches its own digital games store, integrated with zVault currency
Razer is attempting give Humble Bundle, GOG and Green Man Gaming a run for their money, introducing its own fully authorised games store. The Razer Store offers customers the choice of thousands of legitimate Steam and Uplay keys, backed by a variety of promotions, discounts and rewards. There’s no grey …
Read More »Spyro Reignited Trilogy officially announced with release date and trailer
Following on from the Amazon leak earlier this morning, Activision has officially announced Spyro: Reignited Trilogy. The previously leaked release date is now official, bringing the game out just in time for Spyro's 20th anniversary. There is also a trailer and screenshots to show off gameplay. While the Crash Bandicoot …
Read More »Microsoft will reportedly have Cyberpunk, Splinter Cell, Anthem and more at E3 this year
We've already heard that Microsoft is planning a big showcase for E3 this year, the company even went as far as to set up its own theater separate from the main convention center in order to have enough room. Now this week, we have an idea of what could be …
Read More »Ubisoft gives a comprehensive look into its plans to combat toxicity in Siege
Rainbow Six Siege has done a lot right across the years, making for staggering growth since its 2015 launch. Naturally, this increase in popularity was met with a distinct rise in toxicity spreading throughout the community, something which Ubisoft began to address last month. Now, perpetrators face incremental bans depending …
Read More »YouTube set to tighten security worldwide in the wake of HQ shooting
YouTube’s California headquarters was devastated earlier this week, as an armed woman stormed the working grounds, injuring three people before ending her own life. The video platform has since responded, stating that it will increase the security across all of its offices worldwide to ensure employee safety. Parent company Google …
Read More »ASRock will be releasing ‘Phantom Gaming’ GPUs for mining too
ASRock's venture into the graphics card market will target both gaming and mining crowds.
Read More »Mozilla has rebuilt Firefox ‘from the ground up’ for VR and AR
Mozilla has begun preparing itself for the future of web browsing this week with the announcement of Firefox Reality, a dedicated version of the browser for Virtual and Augmented reality headsets. Currently, most people browse the web on a PC with a monitor, or on a mobile device. In the …
Read More »Overwatch Retribution kicks off next week with new story content
While Overwatch is primarily a PvP focused shooter, over the last couple of years the folks at Blizzard have dabbled into story telling, fleshing out the lore and backstories for different characters. It started off with cinematic episodes focusing on different characters, and eventually transitioned towards in-game content last year …
Read More »Facebook reveals Cambridge Analytica debacle hit 37 million more users than previously expected
Thanks to a Facebook policy that has since been rectified, Cambridge Analytica managed to get its hands on mass amounts of user data. This has caused a major fallout for the social media platform, with numbers hitting as high as 50 million affected. Chief technology officer Mike Schroepfer has now …
Read More »PUBG adds in Fortnite-style Killer Spectate mode
It seems that PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds has been keeping a close eye on its competitor, as Update 9 takes inspiration directly from Fortnite: Battle Royale. PUBG is set to introduce a new kind of spectator mode that originally debuted in Fortnite, allowing players to watch the enemy that killed them instead …
Read More »Spyro Reignited Trilogy remaster pops up online with release date
Following on from the success of the Crash Bandicoot N.Sane trilogy's success last year, there have been numerous rumors pointing towards Spyro getting the spotlight next. Activision has already gone on record to say that more back catalogue titles will be coming back over the next few years, and now …
Read More »MSI GT75VR 7RF Titan Pro Review
It has a 120Hz screen, GTX 1080 graphics card and Intel Core i7-7700HQ.
Read More »Insomniac’s Spider-Man gets Spectacular new details, including a release date
Despite the lack of details on Insomniac’s Spider-Man since the title was revealed back at E3 2016, it looks like the title is coming in swinging. It has now been confirmed that the PS4 exclusive will release on September 7th, coming in a variety of editions that offer a closer …
Read More »OnePlus confirms core specifications on the upcoming OnePlus 6
With the OnePlus 6 just around the corner, rumours have been running rampant with the only official confirmed specification being the device’s iPhone X-styled notch. The company has since taken to its website to reveal what customers can expect from the next flagship, confirming much of what we already know. …
Read More »Huawei publicly refutes US Government claims of espionage
Huawei has taken a massive hit in the United States market in recent months, as the US government dropped all contracts with the company after claims that the smartphone manufacturer was in the pocket of the Chinese authorities. Huawei has now fired back, calling the accusations of espionage preposterous and …
Read More »Valve is still working on SteamOS and will continue to invest in Linux
Earlier this week, we were quick to notice that Valve had quietly removed the link to Steam Machines from the front page of the Steam Store. Now, Valve has spoken publicly about this decision, stating that it was part of a “routine cleanup” and admitting that while the Linux powered …
Read More »Zuckerberg won’t adopt the General Data Protection Regulation beyond Europe
While many nations and companies are scrambling to tighten data regulations in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica information harvesting scandal, the European Union is already set to introduce its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) across Europe. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has revealed that he agrees with the practice “in …
Read More »BlackBerry is also suing Snap over messaging and map patents
A few weeks ago, we learned that BlackBerry had filed a lawsuit against Facebook, claiming that the company had infringed on patents for messaging and security. Now, it turns out that Facebook isn't the only social network in BlackBerry's sights, with the Canadian firm also filing a lawsuit against Snap. …
Read More »Woman opened fire on YouTube HQ after video demonetisation angered her
Police were rushed to YouTube’s Californian headquarters on Tuesday, after a woman launched an assault against company employees. Three were injured by gunshot wounds before the assailant fatally turned the gun on herself. San Francisco General Hospital has clarified that of the three victims, a 36-year-old man was in critical …
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