Leaked Microsoft documents corroborate reports about two separate programs aimed at bringing older Xbox console games to PC, handhelds, and future hardware. The reported plans include a disc-to-digital licence conversion system alongside a native PC emulator for original Xbox and Xbox 360 titles. Under the proposed disc-to-digital scheme, further corroborated …

Ubisoft has announced the Ghost Recon Insider Program, allowing players to register for early closed playtests of the next upcoming title in the franchise. The announcement arrived during a 25th anniversary event. Registration for the Ghost Recon Insider Program requires a three-step process on the official website. Players must select …

Lamzu has officially introduced the Orcus, a 38g finger-grip gaming mouse built with a frosted transparent shell, up to 8KHz polling rate support, and a PixArt PAW Next I sensor. Measuring 92x56x35mm and weighing 38±2g, according to ITHome, the mouse targets competitive players who prefer a compact layout. Its design …

Corsair has acquired the assets of Trak Racer, expanding its sim racing and flight simulation portfolio. Trak Racer, known for manufacturing cockpits, seats, monitor stands, and motion systems, joins Corsair alongside its Fanatec brand to offer a more complete simulator lineup.

A Japanese distributor named ASK has revealed Havn's upcoming BF 360 Flow Solid PC case. Building on the airflow-focused BF 360 lineup launched last year, the new variant replaces the previous translucent glass panel with an opaque, closed left side panel while retaining three pre-installed fans. The Flow Solid model …

Gigabyte has officially launched the Aorus P1600W 80+ Titanium PCIe 5.1 AI Top modular power supply. Following its initial reveal at Computex 2026, the 1600W unit brings ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliance to a compact 160mm chassis targeting enthusiast builds and local AI workloads. For the Aorus P1600W AI …

OpenMouse is an open-source, browser-based control panel designed to configure gaming mice across Windows, macOS, and Linux without installing proprietary software. Operating via WebHID in Chromium-based browsers, the tool aims to provide universal control over hardware settings for multiple brands. Although OpenMouse (via TechPowerUP) remains in early access and is …

Pwnage is pushing mouse customisation with its newly announced Vanta, a 49g wireless magnesium alloy gaming mouse featuring mechanically adjustable clicks and a repositionable sensor.

MSI has announced its 40th anniversary Draco Epic Edition lineup, bringing a limited-edition deep blue and celestial design to a range of PC components and peripherals.

XL Games and Kakao Games have announced ArcheAge S: Strait of Freedom, an upcoming PC MMORPG targeting a 2027 release. Following the shutdown of North American and European ArcheAge servers two years ago, the new title aims to modernise the franchise while building on its original foundation. Original ArcheAge lead …

Performance metrics allegedly belonging to AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 APU have appeared on the Geekbench 7 database. The Gorgon Halo processor was apparently tested inside an HP ZBook Ultra G3a, a 16-inch mobile workstation configured with 96GB of RAM.

AMD's upcoming consumer "Zen 6" processors will reportedly improve 1% lows and reduce in-game stuttering through per-core software and hardware management features. Details shared by Hydra OC developer 1usmus indicate that the microarchitecture incorporates updated Collaborative Processors Performance Control (CPPC) mechanisms alongside memory bandwidth enforcement tools.

Yunzii has launched the Yunzii IF68, a compact 65% wireless mechanical keyboard featuring a built-in TFT display, QMK/VIA support, and gasket-mount construction. The IF68 keyboard features a 63-key layout paired with a multifunction control dial. Replacing the traditional navigation keys found on the company's AL68 model, an integrated 200×480 TFT …

Cougar has expanded its CPU cooling lineup with the introduction of the FRZ 412 ARGB and FRZ 412 Elite ARGB single-tower coolers. Both models offer a 240W TDP rating alongside broad Intel and AMD socket support. The standard FRZ 412 ARGB (via ITHome) incorporates a top-mounted dot-pixel display for real-time …

AOC has introduced the K27U3FD, a 27-inch Fast IPS monitor featuring a dual-mode design that lets users switch between 5K resolution at 75Hz and QHD mode running up to 300Hz. When in 5K mode at 5120×2880, the display produces a pixel density of 218ppi. According to DisplaySpecifications, the Fast IPS …

Keychron has teased a new fingertip variant of its G6 HE gaming mouse, chopping off the back of the shell to lower weight and create a more compact design. The concept shared on X retains core features from the standard G6 HE, including MagOptic switches, programmable side buttons, a PAW3955 …

Original Windows Task Manager developer Dave W. Plummer has revealed a new macOS port of the classic system utility. Currently in beta, the Mac version, named Task Manager OG (TMOG), aims to offer an alternative to Apple's native Activity Monitor. Plummer (via Tom's Hardware) shared details and screenshots of the …

MSI has detailed the new performance optimisations within its Click BIOS X platform, focusing on AMD EXPO Ultra Low Latency (EXPO ULL) support and its built-in High-Efficiency Mode. These two features target reduced RAM latency to improve frame rates in gaming without requiring manual sub-timing adjustments, but while one requires …

Razer has announced the Huntsman V3 HE Magnetic 8KHz line, expanding its gaming keyboard range with more options featuring Hall Effect magnetic switches and true 8000Hz polling. Available in Tenkeyless and Mini 65% form factors, the keyboards introduce new input controls alongside browser-based customisation. Razer equips the Huntsman V3 HE …

Asus has announced two new additions to its ProArt display lineup, the 26.5-inch PA279CDV and the 31.5-inch PA329CDV. Both monitors feature 4K QD-OLED panels, 120Hz refresh rates, and factory calibration for creative workflows. Asus states both displays deliver up to 1000nits peak brightness across a 3% window, alongside true 10-bit …

Cooler Master has revealed two new CPU air coolers, the DT600 and DT621. Both models feature a new honeycomb top panel design, with the DT600 offering a single-tower design and the DT621 using a dual-tower configuration. Both models are available in black and white. Cooler Master builds the DT600 (via …

HKC has revealed its upcoming display lineup for ChinaJoy, highlighted by a tri-mode 1300Hz esports monitor alongside an 83.4-inch 12K ultrawide monitor. First spotted by VideoCardz, HKC describes the flagship 1300Hz unit as a tri-mode esports monitor. However, HKC hasn't disclosed its screen size, panel type, or the specific resolutions …

Razer has released the Travel Case Folio for portable keyboards, a protective carrying case that doubles as a multi-angle stand for tablets and gaming handhelds. 

Cougar has announced the FRZ 612 ARGB, a dual-tower CPU cooler featuring a top-mounted dot-pixel display, carbon fiber-style accents, and a 260W TDP rating. Built around an aluminium fin heatsink with six copper heatpipes, the FRZ 612 ARGB (via ITHome) stands at 160mm tall with a depth of 135mm. Adjusting …

Arctic has released its new Fan Controller, offering independent control of up to 10 fan channels on Windows and Linux platforms.  Unlike daisy-chained fan hubs that share a single PWM signal, Arctic's Fan Controller allows users to configure unique speed profiles and monitor telemetry for every connected fan individually. Each …

ASRock has launched the AMD Radeon RX 9050 Challenger 8GB graphics card. Based on AMD's latest RDNA 4 architecture, the new dual-fan graphics card arrives with 8GB of GDDR6 memory and is heading to system integrators and retail customers across LATAM and Asia Pacific. Built on the RDNA 4 architecture, …

MSI has shared additional details about the MAG View Xpander 12, a 12.3-inch IPS display designed for internal hardware monitoring or as a secondary display in desktop setups.

TCL has expanded its display lineup with the announcement of the 27X3B and 32X3B OLED gaming monitors. These new monitors use 4th Gen WOLED panels, improving peak brightness, text legibility and anti-reflective properties. 

Keychron has introduced the G6 HE, a wireless gaming mouse equipped with hybrid MagOptic switches and an 8000Hz polling rate. Weighing approximately 46g with its detachable battery module, the peripheral uses a PixArt 3955 sensor alongside tri-mode connectivity for PC and mobile devices. Keychron (via Mediagene) states that the mouse …

ASRock has announced the launch of the Phantom Gaming PGO27QSA and PGO27QSA-W OLED gaming monitors. Both models pack a 27-inch QD-OLED panel with QHD resolution and an ultra-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. As you would expect from an OLED display, colour performance is strong here, covering 99% of the DCI-P3 colour …