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• Tim Cook calls Apple Maps launch his 'biggest mistake,' names Apple Watch his proudest achievementThe disastrous Apple Maps launch forced a rare apology, with Apple even urging users to try other mapping apps like Google Maps and Nokia Here.Apr 23, 2026 6:21 PM CDT
• Tesla plans to use Intel's next-gen 14A process for its TeraFab projectElon Musk confirms that TeraFab will use Intel's upcoming process node, giving a much-needed lifeline to Intel's manufacturing efforts.Apr 23, 2026 5:45 PM CDT
• Xbox focusing on same target as Roblox, Fortnite, and other major live gamesMicrosoft's games division has renamed itself back to 'Xbox,' but will continue focusing on live service-oriented metrics like daily active users.Apr 23, 2026 5:35 PM CDT
• This modder stuffed a Nintendo Switch Lite with 8GB RAM and got Final Fantasy VII Remake running on itHitting 20 to 30 FPS on FFVII Remake is no small feat for a modded Switch Lite Pro running through a translation layer with limited horsepower.Apr 23, 2026 4:33 PM CDT
• Xbox to 'reevaluate approach to exclusivity,' new CEO Asha Sharma says as Microsoft prepares to launch Halo on PlayStationMicrosoft says Xbox will reevaluate game content exclusivity 'as it learns,' but it's also about to release a Halo game on PS5 for the first time ever.Apr 23, 2026 3:33 PM CDT
• Microsoft Gaming officially changed back to Xbox as brand evolves under new CEOMicrosoft Gaming is out, Xbox is in--that's the message behind new reports that say that the Redmond tech giant is going all-in on reviving the Xbox brand.Apr 23, 2026 3:03 PM CDT
• Intel's Z970 chipset could replace most B860 motherboards for Nova Lake, leaker claimsIntel's Z970 chipset is rumored to cover both the Z890 high-end and B860 mainstream tiers for Nova Lake, bringing overclocking to a much wider audience.Apr 23, 2026 2:46 PM CDT
• NVIDIA adds labels for Xbox Game Pass and Ubisoft+ games to GeForce NowNVIDIA has added labels to GeForce Now identifying if a game can be played through supported subscriptions such as Xbox Game Pass or Ubisoft+.Apr 23, 2026 2:20 PM CDT
• Sony beats Xbox, Nintendo on US game charts with 5 out of top 20 best-sellersSony had more entries in the top 20 best-selling games in the US for March 2026 due a mix of three new releases and sales discounts on older titles.Apr 23, 2026 1:31 PM CDT
• Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced compared to the original reveals major upgradesBlack Flag Resynced introduces major upgrades across visuals, gameplay, and naval combat, demonstrating that it is a full remake, not a simple remaster.Apr 23, 2026 1:02 PM CDT
• Google claims 90 percent of developers use AI to create games but are not telling playersGoogle claims 90 percent of game developers use AI tools, but industry data and developer transparency raise questions about the true scale.Apr 23, 2026 12:45 PM CDT
• Marathon was the #4 best-selling game in US in March by revenue when digital sales of two big games are excludedBungie's new extraction shooter Marathon faced steep competition in March, yet it nonetheless broke into the top 5 best-earning games of the month in US.Apr 23, 2026 12:29 PM CDT
• Ubisoft confirms it will charge full-price for Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedUbisoft confirms Black Flag Resynced in a new showcase, where it also confirmed the contents of the Collector's Edition, which were recently leaked.Apr 23, 2026 12:10 PM CDT
• Ubisoft confirms PC requirements for Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedBlack Flag Resynced PC specs revealed, showing higher requirements and modern upgrades that signal a full remake rather than a remaster.Apr 23, 2026 11:55 AM CDT
• Ubisoft confirms release date for Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedUbisoft confirms Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced after leaks, with the full reveal confirming Resynced isn't just a remaster, it's a remake plus more.Apr 23, 2026 11:37 AM CDT
• Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced collector's edition leaks revealing a full-price remakeAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced collector's edition leaks at €200, revealing a full-priced remake slated for release in July 2026.Apr 23, 2026 11:04 AM CDT
• YouTuber makes his own RAM in garden shed - which is certainly a novel way to beat the memory crisis'I turned a shed in my back yard into a class 100 semiconductor cleanroom... but can I make my own RAM?' The answer is yes, apparently...Apr 23, 2026 7:36 AM CDT
• Xbox mobile store still planned, ongoing Epic v. Google lawsuit pauses rolloutNew Xbox CEO Asha Sharma clarifies that an Xbox mobile store could still happen, indicating that the runway is still hampered by competition legalities.Apr 23, 2026 5:46 AM CDT
• League of Legends patch 26.9 brings major system changes ahead of Season 2League of Legends Patch 26.9 brings major system changes, new items, and champion updates as Riot prepares the game for the upcoming Season 2.Apr 23, 2026 2:02 AM CDT
• Grand Theft Auto 6 release date rumor is giving fans more confidenceA new claim from a Grand Theft Auto community citing insiders suggests that Grand Theft Auto VI is still on track for its release date later this year.Apr 23, 2026 1:28 AM CDT
• Apple completes its transition to Apple Silicon by dropping support for Intel-based MacsThe 2019 MacBook Pro, 2020 MacBook Pro, 2020 iMac, and 2019 Mac Pro are all set to miss out on macOS 27, although security updates will continue.Apr 22, 2026 6:45 PM CDT
• The Framework Laptop 16 is getting OCuLink support later this year, enabling compatibility with eGPUs and PCIe cardsThe Framework Laptop 16's upcoming OCuLink adapter board will give the device an external PCIe x8 interface rated at 128Gbps of bidirectional throughput.Apr 22, 2026 6:00 PM CDT
• The Last of Us star Troy Baker is sure that we haven't seen the last of JoelUnless Joel had a hidden self-revive kit in his jacket, flashbacks and spin-offs are the only realistic ways we are ever going to see him again.Apr 22, 2026 5:40 PM CDT
• Bolt Graphics completes chip design for its Zeus GPU - claims 5x faster path tracing than RTX 5090 at 250WAfter earlier claims of 10x rendering gains, new benchmarks show 5x faster path tracing than RTX 5090, which runs at 575W, at less than half the power.Apr 22, 2026 4:10 PM CDT
• Google's Workspace Intelligence wants to be the ultimate AI coworker that actually knows your businessThe new intelligence layer will live in Google Docs, Sheets, and other tools, linking emails, chats, files, and projects across Google Workspace.Apr 22, 2026 2:30 PM CDT
• AMD sparks controversy by denying Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 review samples to Gamers Nexus, TechPowerUp, and othersYouTube titans Linus Tech Tips, JayzTwoCents, Hardware Canucks, and Paul's Hardware also shunned amid speculation of selective sampling.Apr 22, 2026 1:20 PM CDT
• 007 First Light gameplay trailer reveals Hitman-style systems with Bond flairIO Interactive has released a new gameplay trailer for 007 First Light, highlighting stealth mechanics, gadgets, and tactical gameplay systems.Apr 22, 2026 12:47 PM CDT
• Xbox teases Discord partnership as Game Pass flexibility expandsXbox is exploring a new partnership with Discord as part of its plan to make Game Pass more flexible, with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirming the news on X.Apr 22, 2026 12:24 PM CDT
• OpenClaw trojan uses AI agents to take control of 28,000 systemsA newly identified OpenClaw Trojan has raised major cybersecurity concerns after reportedly compromising over 28,000 systems using AI-driven agents.Apr 22, 2026 11:56 AM CDT
• Xbox Project Helix will offer performance comparable to a $3,000 PC, says insiderWhile the rumored $1,200 price may raise eyebrows, Project Helix could be as disruptive for the console market as MacBook Neo was for laptops.Apr 22, 2026 10:10 AM CDT
• Unreal Engine 5 may be getting Microsoft's DirectX 12 Advanced Shader DeliveryThe UE5 implementation is reportedly 'in progress' and could help developers reduce shader stutter and long load times in Unreal Engine titles.Apr 22, 2026 9:06 AM CDT
• Framework 13 Pro targets MacBook Pro with CNC aluminum build, Panther Lake, and modular design, starting at $1,199With a 120Hz VRR screen, swappable RAM, haptic trackpad, and double the battery of its predecessor, the 13 Pro is a direct threat to the MacBook Pro.Apr 22, 2026 7:45 AM CDT
• NZXT issues statement on AIO leaking onto RTX 5090 case, says it offered full compensationNZXT made five separate compensation offers, including a brand-new ASUS ROG Astral RTX 5090 sourced at retail and a cash settlement.Apr 22, 2026 7:08 AM CDT
• MindsEye studio doubles down on sabotage claims as legal battle with employees unfoldsBuild A Rocket Boy is facing mounting controversy following the troubled launch of MindsEye, with new legal action over alleged employee surveillance.Apr 22, 2026 6:32 AM CDT
• Anthropic's Claude Mythos found 271 Firefox vulnerabilities - CTO calls it just as capable as 'elite security researchers'Firefox CTO Bobby Holley believes that with Mythos, cybersecurity defenders finally have a real chance to win, saving months of costly human effort.Apr 22, 2026 6:22 AM CDT
• 400,000 power banks recalled over a fatality, fires, and explosionsThe CPSC has reannounced the recall of Casely's 5,000mAh MagSafe Power Pods (model E33A) after multiple reports of overheating, fires, and explosions.Apr 22, 2026 6:06 AM CDT
• Roblox pays millions after years of child safety controversyRoblox has agreed to pay $35.8 million to settle child safety investigations brought by attorneys general in West Virginia, Alabama, and Nevada.Apr 22, 2026 4:34 AM CDT
• Ubisoft already has a second Assassin's Creed remake in developmentUbisoft is developing at least one more Assassin's Creed remake alongside Black Flag Resynced, signaling a push to revisit the franchise's iconic titles.Apr 22, 2026 4:06 AM CDT
• Hideo Kojima seen holding mysterious Xbox in a box, could it be a next-gen cloud device or Sebile direct-to-cloud controller?Hideo Kojima recently met with Xbox executives and was seen holding a mysterious box that could have some sort of next-gen cloud tech related to OD.Apr 22, 2026 3:33 AM CDT
• Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced leak confirms Animus returnLeaks for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced suggest Ubisoft is bringing back Animus and modern-day sequences, confirming the feature won't be removed.Apr 22, 2026 3:11 AM CDT
• Project Helix could see ASUS and MSI build their own Xbox-style consolesMicrosoft's Project Helix could redefine Xbox hardware, with new rumors suggesting it will power a first-party console and third-party consoles.Apr 22, 2026 2:45 AM CDT
• Razer launches the world's thinnest glass gaming mouse matThe new Razer Atlas Pro is here, and it's the 'world's thinnest glass gaming mouse mat' with an ultra-thin 1.9mm low-profile design.Apr 22, 2026 1:07 AM CDT
• Meta to start recording employee mouse and keyboard actions for AIMeta's new Model Capability Initiative (MCI) will track employee mouse movements, keystrokes, and even screenshot their displays for AI training.Apr 22, 2026 12:29 AM CDT
• DLSS 4.5 SDK now available for developers, includes new Dynamic Frame GenerationThe new DLSS 4.5 SDK is now available for game developers, which includes the new DLSS Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and improved DLSS Super Resolution.Apr 21, 2026 11:32 PM CDT
• Fallout: New Vegas developer says Bethesda doesn't have the 'engineering know-how' to remaster the gameFallout: New Vegas designer and writer Chris Avellone says, 'I don't think Bethesda has the engineering knowhow to make a remaster of New Vegas at all.'.Apr 21, 2026 10:56 PM CDT
• MSI announces its new pro-grade lightweight wireless gaming mouse, the VERSA 300 WIRELESS 8KMSI's new VERSA 300 Wireless 8K Gaming Mouse offers impressive specs and performance, including 8K polling, for competitive gaming.Apr 21, 2026 10:29 PM CDT
• RTX Remix Advanced Particle VFX system now available for moddersRTX Remix Advanced Particle VFX is now available, adding the ability for modders to 'craft tens of thousands of path-traced particles.'.Apr 21, 2026 9:57 PM CDT
• Devil May Cry TV show season 2 premieres on Netflix May 12 as Capcom prepares new DMC5 Devil Hunter Edition for Switch 2Netflix is set to premiere season 2 of the popular Devil May Cry animated TV series, and Capcom may have a new DMC game product ready to capitalize on it.Apr 21, 2026 8:38 PM CDT
• KIOXIA fires back at rising SSD costs with new EG7 Series for PC OEMsKIOXIA's new SSDs are ready to fill a void in the consumer market, with the new value-oriented EG7 Series offering PC OEMs an affordable storage solution.Apr 21, 2026 8:02 PM CDT
• Halo TV show producer Kiki Wolfkill leaves Xbox transmedia teamKiki Wolfkill, who spear-headed years of Halo transmedia content including the widely-panned Halo TV series at Paramount, has left Xbox's film & TV team.Apr 21, 2026 7:37 PM CDT
• Lenovo Legion Go S gets a price hike, the Z1 Extreme now costs $1,579The Z2 Go model goes up from $649 to $989, while the higher-end Z1 Extreme variant goes from $899 to as much as $1579, making it a tough sell.Apr 21, 2026 6:30 PM CDT
• YouTuber proves Snapdragon X2 Elite has the performance chops to run well in a theoretical handheld gaming PCThe Snapdragon X2 Elite was tested in its low-power mode to see if the chip could be used in a handheld PC. Chip can achieve 60 FPS gaming at 17-20 watts.Apr 21, 2026 5:45 PM CDT
• Intel promises to launch unlocked budget CPUs, bringing overclocking to lower-priced chipsIntel hasn't clarified how far overclocking support will extend, or whether users will be able to use it without investing in expensive motherboards.Apr 21, 2026 5:05 PM CDT
• CPU shortage is reportedly 'more acute' than memory, as the industry banks on Intel 18AIndustry insiders report that CPU shortages are expected to ease up after Intel's 18A process node ramps up production and yields improve.Apr 21, 2026 2:35 PM CDT
• ASUS drops the ProArt PA32USD, a creator-focused 4K QD-OLED monitor with dual 12G-SDI that can also hit 240HzThe monitor is for professionals who also game with dual 12G-SDI ports, 99% DCI-P3 coverage, a built-in colorimeter, and a 240Hz QD-OLED panel.Apr 21, 2026 1:26 PM CDT
• Project Helix is positioned to be Xbox's most important console everMicrosoft confirmed that its next-generation console, Project Helix, will launch as a first-party Xbox device, putting an end to third-party speculation.Apr 21, 2026 12:55 PM CDT
• Mass Effect TV producer says he was never told to rewrite show for non-gamersOn the heels of a recent controversy among enthusiast fans, Mass Effect TV show writer says he was never asked to make the series appealing to non-gamers.Apr 21, 2026 12:29 PM CDT
• Hidden Steam Controller 'unboxing' video adds to signs of a standalone launch from ValveThe unboxing video listing remains unplayable, but Valve uploading an official asset suggests a Steam Controller launch is getting much closer.Apr 21, 2026 12:10 PM CDT
• Game Pass Ultimate drops to $22.99 per month, Call of Duty will no longer launch day oneMicrosoft officially confirms a price drop for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, with the new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announcing Call of Duty is no longer day and date.Apr 21, 2026 11:14 AM CDT
• Mechanical keyboard fans should check out the 'Listening Museum' which offers samples of classic modelsThis website boasts a selection of 36 different classic mechanical keyboards, including an old-school typewriter from the 19th century.Apr 21, 2026 10:15 AM CDT
• TSMC can't keep up with AI chip demand, with shortages projected to last beyond 2027The AI boom has driven massive silicon orders, and despite ramping up production, TSMC warns that chip shortages will persist through 2027 and beyond.Apr 21, 2026 10:05 AM CDT
• Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down, John Ternus to take over the reinsThe company is reshuffling its corporate structure; Tim Cook will continue to serve as executive chairman of the board after the transition.Apr 21, 2026 9:45 AM CDT
• Xbox hiring reputation manager to uplift gaming brandMicrosoft is hiring a senior-level brand manager to help turn around Xbox's public image and reputation centered around consistent uplifting marketing.Apr 21, 2026 9:08 AM CDT
• Microsoft confirms that it will release a first-part Xbox Project Helix consoleJason Ronald, the VP of Xbox Gaming Devices and Next Generation, has responded to rumors that there's not going to be an official Project Helix console.Apr 21, 2026 3:29 AM CDT
• Rumor: Ubisoft's Splinter Cell remake slips to 2027, and Far Cry 7 development is 'going through hell'Ubisoft appears to have the Assassin's Creed franchise front and center on its planning board while Splinter Cell and Far Cry 7 fall further behind.Apr 21, 2026 3:02 AM CDT
• Multi-frame generation could be coming to AMD GPUs, latest FSR update hintsIf MFG does arrive, the question is which hardware will support it, and whether AMD will keep it exclusive to RDNA 4 or support older hardware too.Apr 21, 2026 2:05 AM CDT
• Xbox announces limited edition Forza Horizon 6 controller and wireless gaming headsetXbox is releasing Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition controllers, wireless headsets, and charging docks on May 19, the same day as the game.Apr 21, 2026 1:57 AM CDT
• SK hynix begins mass production of 192GB SOCAMM2 memory for NVIDIA Vera RubinSK hynix's new 192GB SOCAMM2 memory modules for NVIDIA's Vera Rubin platform have entered the mass production phase, optimized for AI.Apr 21, 2026 1:36 AM CDT
• NZXT AIO allegedly leaks and damages flagship ROG ASTRAL GeForce RTX 5090A NZXT Kraken AIO apparently leaked onto their ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090, damaging it alongside their motherboard. And now, the user is planning to sue.Apr 21, 2026 12:58 AM CDT
• NVIDIA's latest tech will more than double path tracing performanceNVIDIA's new ReSTIR PT Enhanced is close to being production ready, and it reportedly improves path tracing performance by 2 - 3X.Apr 21, 2026 12:29 AM CDT
• NVIDIA's new path tracing tech could change game graphics foreverNVIDIA's latest path tracing research builds on years of work around ReSTIR and its theoretical foundation, Generalized Resampled Importance Sampling.Apr 21, 2026 12:15 AM CDT
• Ubisoft officially announces Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reveal showcaseUbisoft has officially confirmed that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will be revealed on April 23, 2026, during a global livestream.Apr 20, 2026 11:27 PM CDT
• League of Legends officially gets controller support after nearly 20 years of mouse and keyboardRiot Games has rolled out native controller support to League of Legends as part of its new WASD movement update, but it's not for competitive play.Apr 20, 2026 10:03 PM CDT
• Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake leaks unveiling updated graphicsLeaked footage and screenshots of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced have surfaced online, offering a first look at Ubisoft's upcoming remake.Apr 20, 2026 9:33 PM CDT
• Xbox Project Helix leak signals end to what made consoles uniqueNew leaks suggest Microsoft's next-generation Xbox, Project Helix, will feature no custom GPU hardware, marking a major shift from previous consoles.Apr 20, 2026 9:03 PM CDT

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