Corsair appears to be set to launch an RGB lighting tower that also functions as a headset stand. Briefly listed on Amazon, the new iCUE LT100 RGB lighting tower offers sleek ambient lighting for your setup. Initially spotted on the product page for the Corsair a100 gaming desktop, the iCUE LT100 RGB …
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New AMD “Renoir” APUs spotted in 3DMark database
AMD Renoir Pro APUs spotted in the 3DMark database have a different naming scheme to what we expected. Based on the information from these listings, the Ryzen 7 Pro 4700G will be named Ryzen 7 Pro 4750G, the Ryzen 5 4400G will be called the Ryzen 5 Pro 4650G, and …
Read More »AMD Zen 3 processors still on track to release in 2020
After rumours suggested Zen 3 was going to be delayed until 2021, AMD issued a statement confirming that these reports were inaccurate...
Read More »WB Games to announce new DC game in August
This week, DC announced a massive digital event called ‘FanDome’, during which we will see plenty of new announcements for DC-based comics, animated projects, TV shows etc. Most importantly to our audience though, is the fact that WB Games will be in attendance to make an announcement. Obviously with this …
Read More »Riot kicks off Valorant esports with ‘Ignition Series’ 2020 tournaments
Riot has been huge in esports for many years now thanks to League of Legends, so when the studio announced a competitive shooter, professional tournament plans were always going to follow soon after. This week, Riot announced the ‘Ignition Series', a pro-level tournament circuit for Valorant. The Ignition Series will …
Read More »Microsoft Edge to reduce memory usage ‘by up to 27%’ with next major update
High memory usage is an issue that web browsers have been trying to tackle for a long time now. Google and Mozilla have made well publicised efforts to reduce memory usage for their respective browsers and with the next Windows 10 update, some significant improvements to memory usage in Edge …
Read More »Star Wars: Squadrons will have ‘full support’ for HOTAS and joysticks on PC
One of the best ways to fully immerse yourself in a flight-sim is by using a joystick or HOTAS set up. Not all games end up supporting these controllers but fortunately for Star Wars fans, the upcoming Squadrons will be supporting these peripherals for enthusiasts. Star Wars: Squadrons is coming …
Read More »Pokemon Snap is returning for Nintendo Switch
There have been a number of Pokemon spin-off games over the years, but Pokemon Snap continues to be regarded highly by classic Nintendo 64 fans. Now, Pokemon Snap is making a proper comeback, this time with a new adventure on the Nintendo Switch. New Pokemon Snap (yes that's the full …
Read More »Razer Cynosa Lite Keyboard Review
How good is Razer's Cynosa Lite gaming keyboard, priced at just £40?
Read More »Intel announces its latest RealSense Depth Camera D455
Intel has introduced the RealSense Depth Camera D455, offering twice the range and increased performance compared to its predecessor. The RealSense Depth Camera D455 is designed to operate in “new frontiers of computer vision, machine learning and artificial intelligence” and can be used for “collision avoidance in automobiles and drones, …
Read More »Xiaomi launches a 165Hz 1440p gaming monitor
While Xiaomi is certainly best known for its smartphones, the Chinese manufacturer has an extensive portfolio that even extends to gaming laptops. Today, the company has launched the Mi Gaming Display, featuring a 165 Hz, 27″ IPS panel with 1440p resolution – all for a price of around £250. Xiaomi …
Read More »Philips releases new eco-friendly 272B1G ergonomic monitor
Philips is launching a new monitor that focuses on delivering a comfortable working experience for environment-friendly users. Offering a wide range of ergonomic features and “sensible power savings”, the 272B1G is said to be an improvement over the 241B7QGJ, Philips' previous “greenest” display. The Philips 272B1G monitor comes equipped with a 27-inch …
Read More »Gigabyte announces three new compact power supplies
Gigabyte has just announced three new “compact size” power supplies. These include the 80 Plus Bronze-certified P450B and P550B, as well as the 80 Plus Gold-certified P750GM featuring a modular design. All three models measure just 140mm long, which Gigabyte claims allows system builders to use them in “increasingly popular small chassis”. …
Read More »AMD could delay Zen 3-based Ryzen 4000 series due to lack of competition
The latest rumours suggest AMD is set to delay the launch of its Zen 3-based Ryzen 4000 series, as the 3000 series remains so popular...
Read More »CORSAIR ONE finally embraces 3rd Gen Ryzen CPUs with Corsair One a100
There have been a number of versions of the CORSAIR ONE PC over the years, typically featuring the latest Intel CPUs and Nvidia GPUs. Today, the CORSAIR ONE a100 is launching, the first one in the series to feature 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors instead, delivering excellent performance for both …
Read More »KIOXIA launches industry’s first 24G SAS SSDs
This week, Kioxia became the first company to launch 24G SAS SSDs for servers and storage applications – consisting of the company's 6th gen enterprise SAS SSD family. 24G SAS is expected to double the data throughput compared to its predecessor. The 24G SAS technology was first demonstrated at the Flash …
Read More »NZXT is releasing a limited edition Rainbow Six Siege themed PC case
NZXT is back with another themed-case launch. Last year, we saw NZXT create a PUBG-edition of the H700 chassis and this year, NZXT is teaming up with Ubisoft, delivering a Rainbow Six Siege edition of the NZXT H510. This is the sixth entrant in NZXT's limited-edition series of licensed game-themed …
Read More »AMD B550 motherboards are up for pre-order in the UK
If you've been keeping an eye on tech news this afternoon, then you will be well aware that AMD B550 motherboards have officially launched. We've already had the opportunity to review two ASUS ROG boards and the Gigabyte B550 Aorus Master. Now, we are taking a wider look at UK …
Read More »The PlayStation 5’s UI will be a “100% overhaul”
Recently, we reported that Microsoft’s Xbox Series X would share a very similar user interface to that of the current generation Xbox One. Though we have yet to see what the PlayStation 5’s software looks like it would appear as though Sony is working hard to ensure that the user …
Read More »ASUS offering cashback campaign for UK B550 motherboard buyers
With the B550 chipset motherboards officially launching today, many PC gaming enthusiasts will be shopping around for upgrades, particularly now that there is a cheaper alternative to X570. To sweeten the deal for those making the jump, ASUS has launched a cashback/rebate program, which could save early adopters up to …
Read More »AMD officially announces Ryzen 9 3900XT, Ryzen 7 3800XT and Ryzen 5 3600XT
Today not only marks the launch of AMD B550 motherboards, but it is also the launch for new 3rd Gen Ryzen ‘XT' series desktop processors. The Ryzen 9 3900XT, Ryzen 7 3800XT and Ryzen 5 3600XT all join the lineup today, offering better power efficiency and performance gains. As explained …
Read More »ASUS ROG STRIX B550-E Gaming & B550-F Gaming (WiFi)
We are looking at two of ASUS’ ROG STRIX offerings – the B550-F Gaming (WiFi) & B550-E Gaming
Read More »Gigabyte B550 Aorus Master Motherboard Review
It's a cracking B550 board from Gigabyte, but is it worth the steep £300 asking price?
Read More »Devolver Direct 2020 to take place in mid-July
Since 2017, Devolver Digital has been gracing E3 with its “Big Fancy Press Conference”. Unlike most other conferences, Devolver’s would involve extreme violence, gore, and highly satirised takes on the traditional press conference. It has now finally been confirmed that the publisher will be hosting a ‘Devolver Direct’ in mid-July …
Read More »Intel CET to protect CPUs against common malware threats
Since the discovery of Spectre and Meltdown, Intel has been working on improving hardware-level security safeguards for future CPUs. We'll start to see these new security measures in action with the launch of “Tiger Lake” mobile processors, which will include Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology. The need for good cyber security …
Read More »Nintendo abandons its Eternal Darkness trademark
With an industry as secretive as the video games industry, trademarks are often one way to determine whether a publisher is interested in its list of long dormant IP. In Nintendo’s case, it appears as though the console manufacturer has no interest in the much-loved Eternal Darkness, as the trademark …
Read More »TSMC expected to grow in 2021 even after losing Huawei’s orders
Major semiconductor companies spend billions upon billions of dollars each year and are dependent on massive orders to stay profitable. With that in mind, the halting of all new orders from Huawei, one of the world's biggest smartphone companies, could have had an impact on TSMC's bottom line. As it turns out …
Read More »Abkoncore introduces a new gaming headset with 7.1 virtual surround sound
Abkoncore's new B719M Virtual 7.1 gaming headset is the company's latest audio solution for gamers. Featuring RGB lighting, 7.1 virtual surround sound, an in-line controller, multi-platform compatibility, and a noise-cancelling mic, the B719M Virtual 7.1 is a feature-rich headset for your gaming sessions. The B719M Virtual 7.1 comes with a “USB Virtual …
Read More »The PS5 hardware reveal is PlayStation’s most liked video ever
There was little doubt that fans have been eagerly anticipating the PlayStation 5. The drip-feed of information which was presented over the last many months appears to have paid off for Sony, as the PlayStation 5 hardware reveal video has already become the company’s most liked YouTube video of all …
Read More »Silicon Power introduces the US70 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Silicon Power is about to launch the company's first PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Aimed at “combative gamers, competitive overclockers, professional designers/editors, and high-end business”, the new US70 offers 10x the performance of the more common SATA III SSDs, with read/write speeds of up to 5000/4400MB/s and NVMe 1.3 support. Available with …
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