Show your Star Wars support with Seagate’s Grogu, Mandalorian, or Boba Fett external HDD

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While we’ve already seen a slew of May the 4th deals and product launches, Seagate didn’t want to be left out of the mix. To celebrate Star Wars day, Seagate is launching three new special-edition FireCuda 2TB external hard drives with Grogu, The Mandalorian, and Boba Fett front and center. These drives are perfect for keeping your Star Wars fandom in plain view and offer some decent specs in the process.

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Razer announces ‘world’s first’ 1440p 240Hz OLED laptop with upcoming Blade 15 refresh

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Today, Razer is announcing the “world’s first 240Hz OLED laptop” in an update to its Blade 15 lineup. Not only does the upcoming Blade 15 pack a premium display, but it also leverages Intel’s latest i9-12900H from Intel paired with the RTX 3070 Ti GPU to make it a great choice for both gamers and creators alike. What else does the laptop bring to the table? Keep reading to find out more information on how much RAM and storage there is as well as the color gamut coverage of the display.

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Dell’s latest XPS 13 Plus with refreshed design is the sleek computer of the future we’ve been waiting for

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Announced back at CES 2022, Dell’s all-new XPS 13 Plus sports a completely refreshed design that looks like a futuristic computer worthy of a 2022 launch. With Thunderbolt 4 in tow, alongside a trackpad that’s hidden under the front lip and a capacitive function row, the XPS 13 Plus could be the ticket for those wanting a premium Windows laptop. What else does it bring and how much does it cost? Let’s take a closer look.

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ROCCAT’s all-new Burst Pro Air ultralight gaming mouse packs 100 hours of battery life

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ROCCAT’s all-new Burst Pro Air wireless ultralight gaming mouse is finally available to purchase. It’s symmetrical, making it usable by both left- and right-handed gamers, and also packs up to 100 hours of usage before it’s time to recharge. Speaking of recharging, it uses USB-C. (Which shouldn’t everything be using now?) The Burst Pro Air offers quite a few benefits for your gaming setup.

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Razer launches new Leviathan V2 gaming sound bar with THX Spatial Audio

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Today, Razer introduced its latest sound bar with the Leviathan V2. This sound bar, which features THX Spatial Audio as well as Razer’s RGB Chroma coloring, allows you to “experience unrivaled immersion” when gaming. If you normally game with headphones, you should try speakers, as some games can really take advantage of the openness found in them. Razer is trying to push this with its multi-driver sound bar that also packs a dedicated down-firing subwoofer for an all-in-one experience. Sound interesting? Let’s take a closer look below.

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Lightning fast charger: Fortescue 6 MW DCFC for electric heavy equipment
Get your EV questions answered at Drive Electric Week, continuing thru Sunday
Prices fall for residential solar, demand is up for battery storage – EnergySage
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck gets cheaper, EV delivery results for Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian, and more
Hyundai just opened its massive new Georgia EV plant as the first IONIQ 5 rolls out
Europe pushes ahead with China EV tariffs despite Germany’s objection
GE electric 2-in-1 washer & ventless heat pump dryer $900 off, Aventon e-bikes and bundles from $999, Jackery Prime sale, more
Hyundai to launch new INSTER EV in the UK starting under $31,000
Tesla loses one of its top executives in Europe
Kia’s $30,000 EV3 gets even cheaper in Korea through its new E-Value program

Microsoft is bringing more Ubisoft titles to Game Pass, starting with Assassin’s Creed Origins

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Microsoft recently released the list of upcoming Game Pass titles, which includes several that we expected, but one that we weren’t quite prepared to see: Assassin’s Creed Origins. Why is AC Origins a surprise Game Pass inclusion? Well, it’s a Ubisoft title, and there aren’t many games from the famed company included with Game Pass… yet. In January, we saw that Ubisoft+ was making its way to Xbox and that Rainbow Six Siege would be a day-one title, but we’re now starting to see older games added to the service.

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Glorious Model I launches as its ‘most feature-rich lightweight mouse’ yet

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This week, PC Gaming Race, also known as Glorious, launched the Glorious Model I wired lightweight mouse. Designed with two customizable magnetic buttons, an ergonomic shape, and weighing only 69g, this could be the perfect mouse for your gaming setup. Head below for full details and how to order.

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You can become a space pirate smuggler in No Man’s Sky Outlaws update, available to play now

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Today, Hello Games is introducing one of No Man’s Sky’s biggest updates to date with Outlaws. This DLC is free to everyone who owns the game already and includes quite a few changes, including outlaw space stations, smuggling, a new ship, and even the ability to own more ships. What else can you do in No Man’s Sky Outlaws? Let’s take a closer look.

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AOC’s new AGON PRO 24-inch 1080p monitor sports 360Hz VRR, Reflex Analyzer, more

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Today, AOC is introducing the first product in its AGON PRO category of monitors with the AG254FG, a 1080p 360Hz display that’s made with professionals in mind. It uses a Fast IPS panel and features a 1ms GtG response with with both NVIDIA G-SYNC and the brand’s Reflex Latency Analyzer to help reduce system latency. What else does the AOC AGON PRO 24-inch 360Hz monitor have? Let’s take a closer look.

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Elgato’s new HD60 X capture card records 1080p60 HDR10 or 4K30 with VRR passthrough

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Today, Elgato introduced the next-generation HD60 X capture card, designed to help you take your streaming setup to the next level. The HD60 X is designed for using with the latest consoles in mind, as it can stream and record 1080p60 HDR10 footage while passing through up to 1440p120, 1080p240, or even 4K60 HDR10. What else can the Elgato HD60 X HDMI capture card do? Let’s take a closer look.

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Toyota invests a fresh $500M in Joby Aviation to support eVTOL air taxi certification, production
New DJI drone audit debunks data security concerns amid ban debate
Silicon Valley gets its first-ever drone delivery service
Drone helps Nebraska deputies end dangerous high-speed chase
DJI drone ban is crippling US government services: GAO
BETA Technologies offers a glimpse at its passenger-focused ALIA eVTOL [Video]
Wing drones teaming up with Serve robots for Dallas food delivery
DroneDeploy launches Safety AI to cut construction site hazards
Data privacy top concern for 85% of US drone users: Survey
DJI Neo drone update improves positioning for better flights

Xbox Game Pass Family Plan to support up to five accounts for ‘far less’ then buying separate

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Xbox Game Pass continues to be the best value in console or desktop gaming, especially now that Sony launched a competing service that’s both more expensive and less feature-packed. Well, Game Pass is about to become an even better value as the rumored family plan is, in fact, real. While we don’t know exactly what it’ll cost or when it’s launching, we do know a few specifics about how it’ll work, so keep reading to find out more on the Xbox Game Pass Family Plan.

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The ROCCAT Kone XP gaming mouse offers 15 programmable buttons and a 19K DPI sensor

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Today, ROCCAT announced its latest Kone XP ergonomic PC gaming mouse with a slew of great features for your desk setup. Coming in with 15 programmable buttons that have 29 assignable functions, you’ll find that this mouse is quite customizable to suit the needs of many game genres. So, what all is the sub-$100 ROCCAT Kone XP capable of? Let’s take a closer look.

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NVIDIA announces impressive RTX 3090 Ti GPU at $1,999, but who is this card really for?

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While most of the world is still struggling to get graphics cards at MSRP, NVIDIA saw fit to launch yet another high-tier GPU, this time nearing a $2,000 retail price. The Big Ferocious GPU, or BFGPU as NVIDIA has coined for the RTX 3090 Ti, delivers a whopping 24GB of GDDR6X memory that’s clocked at 21GB/s. It packs 10,752 CUDA cores, 78 RT-, 40 Shader-, and 320 Tensor-TFLOPs of power, and requires an 850W PSU to drive. While the 3090 Ti might be a powerhouse of a GPU, is it even necessary in today’s gaming lineup or should NVIDIA have devoted resources to making more of its affordable graphics cards? Let’s take a closer look at the NVIDIA RTX 3090 Ti specs and how it stacks up down below.

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Battlefield’s next title reportedly in development with ‘valuable lessons’ learned from 2042

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Battlefield 2042 hasn’t been a fan-favorite for the community like EA and DICE were hoping for. While it had much promise, ultimately, it didn’t deliver what fans really wanted, and that was shown in sales numbers. Even with that, EA isn’t letting this keep them down as there’s a new Battlefield title being actively worked on right now, and EA is still backing the franchise for its hopefully triumphant return. What can we expect from the next Battlefield? Let’s take a look at all that we know so far.

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AMD FSR 2.0 doesn’t need ML to boost frame rates on AMD + NVIDIA GPUs and even Xbox

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At GDC this year, AMD announced its FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.0 technology that would come to not just AMD GPUs, but also NVIDIA and even Xbox as it doesn’t require any special hardware to function. So how will FSR 2.0 work and what all will it bring to gaming in the future? Let’s take a closer look.

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Google starts rolling out Android Theft protection features
With Gemini for Pixel Buds, spoken notifications are only for messaging apps
Google app rolls out Song Search Quick Settings Tile on Android [U]
Best Android app price drops and freebies: Super Onion Boy 2, Tempest RPG, Majesty, more
YouTube fixes accidental account bans and channel removals [U]
Pixel Watch 3, Pixel Buds Pro 2 tiles will be removed from Google Home app
[Fixed] Google Home Activity feed and Settings are down on Android
Google ends project that would have let Android devices easily run ChromeOS
Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: The AI phone face-off [Video]
Deals: Bose Ultra Open earbuds $50 off, Galaxy Watch 7/Ultra now even lower at over $100 off, much more

Turtle Beach and ROCCAT announce nearly identical mobile gaming true wireless earbuds

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Today, ROCCAT and Turtle Beach announced a pair of true wireless earbuds each. The Turtle Beach Scout Air and ROCCAT Syn Buds Air are aimed at on-the-go and console gaming. Costing $100 each, there are a few differences to know before picking a pair of true wireless gaming buds, so let’s take a closer look to find out which fits your setup the best.

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Been waiting for Sniper Elite 5? It’s finally available for pre-order and launches May 26

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The Sniper Elite series has long been my favorite whenever I’m in the sniping mood – the realistic shot patterns, the X-ray vision when a bullet lands, and the fact that you have to sneak around make it through a mission. Well, Sniper Elite 5 is finally almost here, and we now have a solid launch date for the game: May 26. It’s available to pre-order now for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, but we also got a new trailer that “gives all our well-trained recruits a glimpse of the action-packed storyline and main characters” that Sniper Elite 5 brings to the table.

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Meet Core Keeper, a cave-crawling adventure PC game that’s taking Steam by storm

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It’s not often an Early Access game on Steam has record-breaking sales in the first week, let alone launching to “very positive” reviews with thousands of pleased gamers, but that’s just what Core Keeper did. Originally launched on March 8, just eight days ago, the game amassed over 250,000 sales in under a week and is now a top seller on Steam. Could this be the adventure game I’ve been waiting for? Let’s take a closer look at whether or not Core Keeper could be your next platformer.

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AMD announces seven new Ryzen Zen 2 and Zen 3 processors starting at $99

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Today, AMD announced the availability of seven new processors based on the Zen 2 and Zen 3 architecture, headlined by the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with an updated 3D V-Cache Technology. Pricing starts at $99 for the Ryzen 3 4100 four-core eight-thread CPU and goes up to $449 for the eight-core 16-thread 5800X3D, hitting just about every price point in-between. What all do AMD’s latest CPUs have to offer in the wake of Intel’s 12th generation lineup? Let’s take a closer look.

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Take your stream to the next level with Razer’s new XLR Audio Mixer, Key Light Chroma, more

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Today, Razer is introducing both updates to existing lineups as well as new product categories designed to take your streaming setup to the next level. The Razer Key Light Chroma is quite interesting, taking on Elgato’s Key Light and Key Light Air but adding Razer’s well-known RGB twist to it. For the Razer Audio Mixer, Razer is wanting to offer “combined audio control,” which looks to be on the level of Elgato’s Wave:XLR, but with more options. Then, we have the Razer Seiren BT, which connects to your smartphone or computer over Bluetooth to offer a solid mic for all around use. Want to learn more about any of these products specifically? Head below to find out which is perfect for your setup.

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AirPods 4 review: Pound for pound Apple’s best product [Video]
Hands-on with midnight AirPods Max with USB-C
M4 Mac release schedule: Here’s when to expect new Macs
‘Croissant’ for iOS enables seamless cross-posting across your favorite social networks
This special case adds a USB-C port to AirPods with Lightning
iPhone 16 vs 16 Pro cameras: How much of a difference?
Three best iPadOS 18 features to boost productivity
Report: Apple may have found its supplier for the thin iPhone 17 Air display
Apple showcases all the things Camera Control can do in new iPhone 16 video
Deals: M4 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard $93 off, 16GB MacBook Pro $400 off, Find My gear, iPhone 16 screen protectors, more

Age of Empires IV Season One update coming soon with 1v1 ranked play, mods, more

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Age of Empires IV is going through some major changes as we start 2022 with the game’s first update coming soon. Pivoting away from traditional seasons, like summer, spring, winter, and fall, the game is now moving to a season-based numbering release schedule, which means that updates will make sense for those in all corners of the globe now. Curious what updates Age of Empires IV Season One will bring? Keep reading for more.

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Steam Deck pre-orders are live! Here’s how to find out which of your games are compatible

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With Steam Deck reservations open and delivery slated for later this year right now, you might be wondering what titles will be compatible with the portable gaming system. While we took a look a few weeks ago at the fact that under 100 titles will be “compatible” with the portable computer, we now have easier ways to check what games work and what ones don’t. Keep reading to find out which Steam games you own are compatible, somewhat compatible, and which flat out won’t work.

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Warzone’s RICOCHET anti-cheat makes it so cheaters can’t do ‘critical damage’ to players

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Cheating in Call of Duty Warzone has, at times, been at levels that not many other games have achieved at scale. After developing the RICOCHET Anti-Cheat kernel-level driver for Warzone and launching it, the game saw a drastic decrease in in-game cheat reporting, according to the company’s internal data. In fact, cheating in Warzone was at an all-time low during the holiday break. However, some cheat developers have gotten around RICOCHET, so the team has implemented and is testing a new feature called Damage Shield that does real-time anti-cheat as games are going on. What all does Damage Shield do, and can it affect non-cheating players? Let’s take a look.

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Sea of Thieves Shrouded Islands is the game’s first time-limited narrative-driven Adventure

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Sea of Thieves is getting its first-ever narrative-driven Adventure, dubbed Shrouded Islands. It’s only available from today through March 3, so you’ll need to play during the limited timeframe in order to meet Belle and “investigate the mysterious fog covering Golden Sands Outpost.” What does Shrouded Islands bring to the shores of Sea of Thieves? Let’s take a closer look below.

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Nearly six years after release, No Man’s Sky gets another massive FREE update

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No Man’s Sky originally released in August of 2016, which is almost six years ago. The game, which launched to many problems and was ridiculed by the community, has since redeemed itself through numerous updates, all at no cost to gamers who own the game. Well, the infamous space exploration title just got updated yet again, this time with a total overhaul of the weapons system, new lore and stories, new Sentinels, and…the ability to reprogram and adopt your own friendly AI drone? There’s a lot to unpack here, so keep reading to find out all the details for the No Man’s Sky Sentinel update.

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ULA gets second Vulcan launch off the ground, now hopeful for certification
SpaceX’s third 2024 Falcon 9 grounding strengthens the need for more competition
This Week in Launch: Vulcan back for second flight
List of all SpaceX crewed flights to space
How many rockets has SpaceX launched in 2024?
SpaceX launches Crew-9, with room for Starliner astronauts
Watch SpaceX launch Crew-9 to the ISS
Blue Origin static fires its first piece of New Glen flight hardware
SpaceX is ready for its first crewed launch from SLC-40
A lot has happened in the world of human spaceflight in the last few days

CORSAIR’s new iCUE 5000T RGB case has over 200 individually addressable LEDs

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Today, CORSAIR introduced an all-new mid-tower case with the iCUE 5000T RGB. The 5000T RGB case is also joined by LC100 case accent lighting panels that are also launching today, delivering a fully customizable experience for your PC gaming setup. The case itself has a “unique contoured design” and offers 208 individually addressable RGB LEDs built-in, making it the “most integrated lighting ever built into a CORSAIR case.” You’ll also find high-airflow mesh panels, room for two 360mm radiators, and more here.

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Call of Duty Modern Warfare sequel confirmed alongside rebuilt Warzone for 2022

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Over the weekend, Call of Duty released a community update as a “Warzone special briefing for our players.” Today marks the launch of Season Two for Call of Duty Vanguard and the current Warzone, so we’ll also take a look at that as well. However, we’re going to focus on the upcoming Call of Duty and Warzone launch slated for later this year, which Infinity Ward is leading the helm of development. So, what all can we expect from the 2022 release of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2? Well, let’s break down the latest blog post to find out.

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CORSAIR’s new K70 RGB PRO gaming keyboard has tournament switch, removable USB-C cable

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Today, CORSAIR introduced an all-new expansion to its best-selling K70 series, the K70 RGB PRO. With the stylings that we’re used to with the K70 lineup, including Cherry MX switches, per-key RGB backlighting, and an aluminum frame, the K70 RGB PRO takes things to the next level with all-new AXON technology and a tournament switch. The AXON tech allows for up to eight times faster processing and delivers “a new level of performance.” What else has changed? Let’s take a closer look.

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Elgato debuts Key Light Mini with rechargeable and magnetically-mountable design

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Today, Elgato is launching its latest streaming upgrade in one of its more miniature packages yet. Enter the new Key Light Mini, a new addition to the Elgato stable with 800 lumens of LED light output, Wi-Fi control, and a battery-powered design that can be magnetically mounted nearly anywhere. Now available for purchase, all of the details on what to expect are down below.

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Call of Duty to remain on PlayStation ‘into the future’ + Vanguard Season Two news

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Today, Microsoft announced that it doesn’t plan to make Call of Duty an Xbox exclusive and plans to keep the game on PlayStation past the existing agreement and “into the future.” This comes on the heels of Vanguard and Warzone’s Season Two announcement yesterday and the news last week of the upcoming Call of Duty game being made by Infinity Ward. There’s a lot to unpack here, so without further ado, let’s dive in.

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Lightning fast charger: Fortescue 6 MW DCFC for electric heavy equipment
Get your EV questions answered at Drive Electric Week, continuing thru Sunday
Prices fall for residential solar, demand is up for battery storage – EnergySage
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck gets cheaper, EV delivery results for Tesla, Ford, GM, Rivian, and more
Hyundai just opened its massive new Georgia EV plant as the first IONIQ 5 rolls out
Europe pushes ahead with China EV tariffs despite Germany’s objection
GE electric 2-in-1 washer & ventless heat pump dryer $900 off, Aventon e-bikes and bundles from $999, Jackery Prime sale, more
Hyundai to launch new INSTER EV in the UK starting under $31,000
Tesla loses one of its top executives in Europe
Kia’s $30,000 EV3 gets even cheaper in Korea through its new E-Value program

NZXT refreshes H1 case with added space, improved cooling, PCIe 4.0 riser, 750W PSU, more

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Today, NZXT is announcing an updated H1 mITX PC case with a slew of refreshed features and new additions. Originally launched in February 2020, the NZXT H1 is a tower-style case that resembles Microsoft’s latest console. However, over the past two years, the H1 has fell victim to several problems, including faulty PCIe riser cables, poor airflow, and a slightly underpowered PSU. However, that all changes with the 2022 model of the case launching today.

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Apex Legends’ Olympus map gets new POIs, expanded footprint, more in Defiance update

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With Apex Legends Defiance launching tomorrow, it’s time to take a more in-depth look at the changes we’ll see around Olympus as well as what to expect from the battle pass this season. Olympus will have an all-new look thanks to Mad Maggie, who’s responsible for the “sudden drop in altitude” for the normally airborne city. So, what all has changed in Olympus? Let’s take a closer look.

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Next Call of Duty to be made by Infinity Ward will be ‘most ambitious plan in franchise history’

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It’s that time of year again. The current Call of Duty is a few months old, and it’s now time to set our eyes on what’s to come at the end of the year. Truth be told, Call of Duty Vanguard hasn’t been a well-loved title by the community. In fact, in Activision’s fourth quarter earnings report, they started that both console and PC sales have declined year-over-year, showing lower “premium” sales of Vanguard verses Black Ops Cold War, which launched the year prior. Also, lower engagement in Warzone needs to be addressed. To combat this, Activision, which is being purchased by Microsoft, has once again turned to the Infinity Ward team to see if they can turn things around for the next Call of Duty installment.

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Western Digital’s new WD_BLACK SN770 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD offers 5.15GB/s transfer speeds

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Today, Western Digital announced its all-new WD_BLACK SN770 NVMe Solid-State Drive designed for gaming and content creation PCs. Designed as an update to its SN700-series lineup of mid-range storage drives, the SN770 packs some solid upgrades across the board from the previous-generation SN750 and SN750 SE models. With a starting price of $59, the WD_BLACK SN770 will be perfect for all budgets. Sound like it could be a good fit for your desktop? Keep reading to find out more.

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Review: Is the RTX 3060 still worth it a year later? We say absolutely yes

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The RTX 3060 was released just over a year ago as the company’s then most budget-friendly GPU on the market. This card was touted as a replacement for the incumbent GTX 1060 and 1660, both of which are powerhouse GPUs that dominate the Steam user analytics page year after year. So, after being out for a year, does the RTX 3060 live up to the hype? Head below for our hands-on review with NVIDIA’s best “bang for the buck” graphics card from PNY, alongside other PC upgrades to make your desktop a solid gaming system, and see if the RTX 3060 is still worth it a year later.

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ULA gets second Vulcan launch off the ground, now hopeful for certification
SpaceX’s third 2024 Falcon 9 grounding strengthens the need for more competition
This Week in Launch: Vulcan back for second flight
List of all SpaceX crewed flights to space
How many rockets has SpaceX launched in 2024?
SpaceX launches Crew-9, with room for Starliner astronauts
Watch SpaceX launch Crew-9 to the ISS
Blue Origin static fires its first piece of New Glen flight hardware
SpaceX is ready for its first crewed launch from SLC-40
A lot has happened in the world of human spaceflight in the last few days

Gameplay trailer gives in-depth look at Control LTM and Mad Maggie in Apex Legends Defiance

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While we saw the latest Apex Legends season, Defiance, teased twice last week, we finally have detailed information on the new Control LTM as well as what Mad Maggie’s abilities will be. Control looks to be a very unique game mode that’s 9v9 and has infinite respawns. Mad Maggie is poised to be an interesting addition to the Apex Games as well, with some pretty powerful abilities. Curious to learn more? Head below to find out all the details we have on the upcoming Apex Legends Defiance season.

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TeamGroup breaks through the PCIe 5.0 barrier with all-new 13GB/s NVMe SSDs

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Now that PCIe 5.0 computers are starting to gain a bit of traction with the latest Intel processor release, it’s time to start looking into compatible peripherals. TeamGroup is among the first brands to launch a PCIe 5.0 NVMe solid-state drive, and on paper, it offers impressive specs. While general consumers might not reap the benefits of PCIe 5.0 for years to come, we’re finally getting to a place where storage devices outpace processors and other PC components, which is something the gaming and content creation industry has desired for many years. What all does the TeamGroup PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD bring to the table, and how is this new technology going to change computers as we know it? Let’s take a closer look below.

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Apex Legends Defiance launch trailer gives us a glimpse at Mad Maggie’s abilities

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Announced earlier this week, Apex Legends Defiance is launching on February 8 with mad Maggie. We only really got a bit of backstory on why Mad Maggie was being sent to the Apex Games, but not a whole lot of information besides that. The Defiance launch trailer is finally here and it’s nearly three minutes long, filled with glimpses of Olympus, some peeks at what Mad Maggie’s abilities could be, and fun quips between the characters. Let’s take a closer look below.

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New Crysis game is under development as Crytek seeks to continue the franchise

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Crysis is a franchise for the ages. Back in April 2020, we got our first glimpse at Crysis Remastered, a complete reimagining of the fabled title that originally was released 15 years ago. However, Crysis Remastered didn’t truly bring any new content, instead, it just refreshed what already was. The Crytek team is ready to change that up though, as a Crysis 4 is now under development. The current title is still a work-in-progress, but at the same time, it would remain in line with the other games that have been released. What all do we know about Crysis 4? Head below for more details.

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Respawn is working on the next Jedi Fallen Order game as well as an FPS for the Star Wars universe

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Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order is probably one of the best story-based games released in the fictional universe in the past few years. I’ve enjoyed plenty of play time in the title, but it’s time for the next story to be worked on. Announced today, Respawn, the same team behind Jedi Fallen Order, is working on the next game in the franchise. On top of that, the team is also designing a Star Wars FPS as well as a strategy game – that’s three titles from a fan-favorite Respawn development team in partnership with EA and Lucasfilm. While we don’t know everything that these games will be, we have more details on today’s announcements below.

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ULA gets second Vulcan launch off the ground, now hopeful for certification
SpaceX’s third 2024 Falcon 9 grounding strengthens the need for more competition
This Week in Launch: Vulcan back for second flight
List of all SpaceX crewed flights to space
How many rockets has SpaceX launched in 2024?
SpaceX launches Crew-9, with room for Starliner astronauts
Watch SpaceX launch Crew-9 to the ISS
Blue Origin static fires its first piece of New Glen flight hardware
SpaceX is ready for its first crewed launch from SLC-40
A lot has happened in the world of human spaceflight in the last few days

Apex Legends Defiance update intros Mad Maggie, Control ‘capture the flag’ LTM, more

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It’s that time again. February will introduce a new season in Apex Legends, this time dubbed Defiance. “Madness takes control” is the tagline here, and that madness comes in the form of Mad Maggie. We’ve heard Mad Maggie’s voice lines throughout the Apex Games before, but it’s time for her to finally make a debut as a playable character. In addition to Mad Maggie, we’re also getting a new limited-time mode and refreshed Olympus map. What else is in store? Let’s take a closer look.

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SteamDB currently claims under 100 titles will be ‘compatible’ with Steam Deck at launch

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The Steam Deck portable PC gaming system launches next month, and Valve is currently in the process of reviewing essentially every title on Steam for compatibility. A few days ago, some games were being updated with a “Steam Deck Compatibility” score ranging from one to four to determine whether the game is unpayable, barely playable, playable, or verified to work well. Some games like Death Stranding are verified, while others like Subnautica are just listed as “playable.” In all, SteamDB shows under 100 titles with this tag so far, but what does this mean for the Steam Deck?

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LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga lets you play all nine movies, launching on April 5

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After being initially announced in 2019, and then delayed indefinitely on April 5 of last year, we finally have an official release date for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. The game will make its way to all Xbox One and newer platforms, PlayStation 4/5, Nintendo Switch, and PC on April 5 of 2022. What all can we expect from the latest LEGO Star Wars release? Let’s take a closer look below.

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AMD’s new Radeon RX 6500 XT with 4GB of VRAM is the graphics card that shouldn’t exist

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It’s 2022 and both AMD and NVIDIA are still releasing graphics cards, even though it’s nearly impossible to score a GPU at MSRP from any retailer. AMD’s latest release, the Radeon RX 6500 XT, has a few…tricks up its sleeve. To start, the 6500 XT has a measly 4GB of RAM. But, even with its limitations, AMD claims that its latest graphics card can game at over 60FPS in Call of Duty: Vanguard, nearly 80FPS in Halo Infinite, and over 100FPS in Fortnite. Should this graphics card even exist at this point? Let’s take a closer look below.

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PC Building Diary: Assembling my first gaming rig and why I should have gone pre-built instead

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Like many other console gamers through the past few years, the allure of switching over to a PC finally got the best of me. There’s just the problem of actually making the jump, considering just how hard things are with the ongoing stock shortages. Detailing the entire experience of building a PC for the first time, down below you can follow along as I go through all the components in my first rig and my thoughts on why I should have just gone for a pre-built in the first place.

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ULA gets second Vulcan launch off the ground, now hopeful for certification
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Dune Spice Wars offers a slower-paced RTS with 4X elements, launching sometime in 2022

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For the first time in 20 years, we’re getting a new Dune RTS game. Based around Frank Herbert’s Dune universe, Dune Spice Wars will be a real-time strategy game that has 4X elements. While we don’t know the exact pricing yet, nor the release date, the developers released an FAQ over the weekend to answer some questions that the community posed after the title was announced last month. So, what will Dune Spice Wars be? Let’s take a closer look.

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HITMAN Trilogy is launching on Game Pass January 20 with all three iconic titles

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The HITMAN Trilogy is finally complete, and the team now wants everyone to have many different ways to explore the World of Assassination. The collection includes all three games in a single package, which makes it easier than ever before to become Agent 47. While the game is launching on PlayStation, the real ticket here is the fact that HITMAN Trilogy is coming to Xbox and PC through Game Pass, which means existing subscribers will be able to play without any additional purchases. What all does the HITMAN Trilogy include? Let’s take a closer look.

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Forever Skies lets you explore a post-apocalyptic Earth as a scientist seeking answers

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Forever Skies is an all-new first-person sci-fi action survival game from a team of ex AAA developers with “survival not guaranteed.” The team consists of 20 or more developers and the title has been secretly worked on for the past two years. In Forever Skies, you play as a scientist who returns to Earth after it was destroyed by a global ecological disaster, flying in a high-tech airship as you seek to expand, rebuild, and repair it. What else will you be doing in Forever Skies? Let’s take a closer look below.

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