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TSMC is so ahead of the game, Samsung might not catch up until 2030TSMC has nailed 7nm, prepping 6nm, has 5nm and 3nm designs on their way -- and is already heading into 2nm, and beyond...Aug 28, 2020 8:04 PM CDT
Flight Simulator pilots use real-time weather to chase Hurricane LauraThanks to the real-time weather data, Microsoft Flight Simulator players are flying through the real-life Hurricane Laura.Aug 28, 2020 7:05 PM CDT
Fall Guys is a roaring indie success with 7 million copies soldFall Guys is not a titanic indie success with over 7 million copies sold on Steam, beating other major indie hits in just weeks.Aug 28, 2020 3:12 PM CDT
Here are some leaked specs on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090NVIDIA's new GeForce RTX 3090 leaked specs: GA102-300 GPU, 24GB ultra-fast GDDR6X, 2nd-gen Ray Tracing Cores, 3rd-Gen Tensor Cores.Aug 28, 2020 9:09 AM CDT
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition now has a release dateThe third installment of the remastered franchise, Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition finally has a release date to drool over.Aug 28, 2020 2:31 AM CDT
D-Link's super fast EXO AX5400 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 router available nowD-Link's new EX AX5400 Wi-Fi 6 router has all the bandwidth you could ever need for a household for multiple 4K streams and games.Aug 28, 2020 1:25 AM CDT
MSI's new PSUs are ready for next-gen GeForce RTX 30 series cardsMSI launches its new MPG GF series PSUs, built and ready for NVIDIA's next-gen Ampere GeForce RTX 30 series graphics cards.Aug 27, 2020 9:52 PM CDT
Global Bitcoin mining consumes 7 nuclear power plants worth of powerThe entire Bitcoin network consumes 7 nuclear power plants worth of power, with Bitcoin processing power at all-time highs.Aug 27, 2020 8:31 PM CDT
Black Ops Cold War on PC is developed by four studiosTreyarch and Raven are handling the console version of Black Ops Cold War, and four studios are working on the PC version.Aug 27, 2020 4:09 PM CDT
Activision beats outlook by $242 million, revenue +39% to $1.9 billionActivision pulls in $1.93 billion in net revenues in Q2, beats estimates by $242 million, microtransactions rake in $1.37 billion.Aug 27, 2020 10:39 AM CDT
White House pledges $1.2 billion to AI, quantum research institutesThe White House pumps $1 billion into over 12 federal research centers for AI (artificial intelligence) and quantum computing.Aug 27, 2020 1:28 AM CDT
DOOM Eternal hits 1000FPS: LN2 cooled 9700K @ 6.6GHz + RTX 2080 TiPolish retailer x-kom uses Intel Core i7-9700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti under LN2 cooling to hit 1000FPS in DOOM Eternal.Aug 26, 2020 11:19 PM CDT
JPR: NVIDIA has 80% of GPU market, takes more from AMD before Big NaviNVIDIA secured even more of the discrete GPU market in the last few months, now has 80% of the market -- leaving AMD with 20%.Aug 26, 2020 8:55 PM CDT
Black Ops Cold War hits 4K 120FPS on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series XTreyarch confirms massive optimizations for Black Ops Cold War on PS5 and Xbox SX, including 4K 120FPS, fast loading, and more.Aug 26, 2020 6:45 PM CDT
Finalized next-gen Xbox Series X game cases vs Xbox One cases revealedFinalized Xbox Series X game cases are revealed alongside Black Ops Cold War, and consumers will likely get them mixed up.Aug 26, 2020 5:46 PM CDT
Black Ops Cold War features cross-progression, cross-playBlack Ops Cold War is the ultimate multi-platform game that will not only span systems with cross-play, but also generations too.Aug 26, 2020 3:23 PM CDT
Don't expect instant loading on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X at launchNot every game will have instant-loading on Xbox Series X and PS5 at launch, only the ones that're optimized for SSD tech.Aug 26, 2020 10:34 AM CDT
There is no RTX 3080 Ti: RTX 3090 has 24GB RAM, RTX 3080 has 10GB RAMNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 will ship with 24GB of GDDR6X, while the GeForce RTX 3080 has 10GB of VRAM -- no RTX 3080 Ti for now.Aug 26, 2020 7:12 AM CDT
NZXT unveils Starter PC, starts at $699 for easy 1080p 60FPS gamingNZXT has just announced their new StarterPC line of pre-built gaming PCs, starting at $699 for guaranteed 1080p 60FPS gaming.Aug 25, 2020 9:28 PM CDT
Halo: Infinite: no 2022 delay, 343i confirms Xbox One version in devContrary to rumors of a 2022 delay, Halo: Infinite is still on track for a 2021 and will still release on Xbox One consoles.Aug 25, 2020 4:13 PM CDT
Black Ops Cold War probably won't have free PS5, XSX upgradesInstead of offering free next-gen upgrades, Activision is selling a cross-gen PS5, Xbox Series X bundle for Black Ops Cold War.Aug 25, 2020 12:08 PM CDT
MSI will have 29 different GeForce RTX 3090, RTX 3080, RTX 3070 modelsMSI has submitted 29 different SKUs to the EEC for NVIDIA's next-gen GeForce RTX 3090, RTX 3080, and RTX 3070 graphics cards.Aug 25, 2020 8:25 AM CDT
Elon Musk's Neuralink BCI: human trials of brain-computer tech comingElon Musk has confirmed the Neuralink event on Friday will have a live demonstration of neurons firing, brain-computer interface.Aug 25, 2020 12:32 AM CDT
Secretlab's new Joker Edition gaming chair debuts during DC FanDomeSecretlab unveil their latest themed gaming chair, with the new Joker Edition gaming chair -- and it looks super-crazy good.Aug 24, 2020 10:27 PM CDT
Corsair made over $1 billion in revenues in 2019New Form S-1 SEC filings reveal Corsair's previously-private revenues and earnings, confirming it made $1 billion in 2019.Aug 24, 2020 6:49 PM CDT

Say hello to ZOTAC's new GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity graphics cardZOTAC's new GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity is a huge triple-slot, triple-fan graphics card that has a totally new look and style.Aug 28, 2020 7:42 PM CDT
Bethesda on Starfield reveal: 'It'll be a while till we get there'Starfield won't be revealed until 2021 at the earliest, but Bethesda still isn't sure when the game will be ready to show off.Aug 28, 2020 6:43 PM CDT
PlayStation 5 to release mid-November, sources saySony's next-gen PS5 console is expected to launch mid-November, key retail sources say, aligning with our November 13 predictions.Aug 28, 2020 2:10 PM CDT
Elon Musk net worth reaches $100 billion, just half of Jeff BezosThis past Wednesday, Tesla founder and CEO, Elon Musk, hit a new milestone when it comes to his net worth, as its now above $200b.Aug 28, 2020 9:03 AM CDT
Tilt 5 making 'steady progress' on holographic table top game systemTilt 5's holographic tabletop gaming system suffered some slight production setbacks, but the project is on its way to completion.Aug 28, 2020 1:55 AM CDT
Palit ready to unleash 171 (!!!) different GeForce RTX 30 series cardsPalit submits 171 different NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series cards with the EEC, GeForce RTX 3090, RTX 3080, RTX 3070, RTX 3060 teased.Aug 27, 2020 11:36 PM CDT
Elon Musk on Neuralink BCI demo: will show 'Matrix in the Matrix' techElon Musk and Neuralink will be teasing BCI (brain-computer interface) on August 28: will show 'the Matrix in the Matrix'.Aug 27, 2020 9:11 PM CDT
Bitcoin mining facility in Kazakhstan uses enough power for 180K homesMining facility operator Enegix close to opening huge 180 megawatt data center, can handle 50,000 mining rigs in Kazakhstan.Aug 27, 2020 7:41 PM CDT
Bungie vet's return to Halo: Infinite speaks volumes on troubled devBungie and Halo vet Joseph Staten is coming back late in the game to lead Halo: Infinite's campaign, a move that speaks volumes.Aug 27, 2020 1:12 PM CDT
DOOM Eternal DLC 'The Ancient Gods' will kick off Gamescom 2020Gamescom 2020 is right around the corner, and to kick the big day off Bethesda will be showing off DOOM Eternal's first DLC.Aug 27, 2020 8:02 AM CDT
Grab this ISO file of the latest version of Windows 10 for an installWindows 10 upcoming 20H2 Build 19042 and Build 20201 are both available in ISO form, making your Windows 10 installs easier.Aug 27, 2020 12:23 AM CDT
Alright, I want one of these custom Wonder Woman 1984 Xbox consolesWonder Woman 1984 is getting closer to release, with 3 new custom Xbox One consoles decked out in Wonder Woman 1984 style!Aug 26, 2020 10:30 PM CDT
GUNNAR's new Lightning Bolt 360: the 'holy grail' of gaming glassesGUNNAR reveals what it is calling the 'Holy Grail' of gaming glasses with its new Lightning Bolt 360 range of gaming glasses.Aug 26, 2020 8:26 PM CDT
Thermaltake introduces 32GB & 64GB Toughram RGB memory kitsThermaltake just released 32GB and 64GB dual-channel Toughram RGB memory kits for AMD and Intel systems in white and black.Aug 26, 2020 6:25 PM CDT
PlayStation 5 pre-order registrations are now liveSony has opened up PS5 pre-order registrations on its site, you can sign up now for a chance to order a console when it goes live.Aug 26, 2020 5:13 PM CDT
Black Ops Cold War next-gen upgrades cost $10 in new cross-gen planBlack Ops Cold War has a $69.99 cross-gen version that includes both PS4, Xbox One versions and next-gen PS5, Xbox Series X.Aug 26, 2020 1:35 PM CDT
NVIDIA confirms 12-pin PCIe connector, at strange 45-degree angleNVIDIA confirms new, and super-thin 12-pin PCIe power connector on Ampere GeForce RTX 30 series Founders Edition graphics cards.Aug 26, 2020 8:15 AM CDT
ASUS ROG Swift PG259QN: world's fastest gaming monitor, 360Hz for $699ASUS does it again: another world-first, this time with the world's fastest gaming monitor at 360Hz. 1080p 360FPS is insanity.Aug 26, 2020 4:38 AM CDT
This custom Galaxy Note 20 Ultra costs $6260, a $4860 premiumCaviar's new custom Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra costs $6260, you could buy a PlayStation 5, 4K 120Hz TV, and a gaming PC for that.Aug 25, 2020 8:26 PM CDT
Oculus is now part of new Facebook Reality Labs research divisionOculus VR is now nestled under the new Facebook Reality Labs division, which researches VR, AR, and neural interface tech.Aug 25, 2020 3:16 PM CDT
SEGA: 2020 will be extremely difficult for usSEGA is in trouble and COVID-19 has taken a big bite out of its resort and pachinko arcade businesses, forcing restructuring.Aug 25, 2020 10:38 AM CDT
Asteroid to hit Earth a day before U.S. Election, 2020 is relentless2020 has been crazy, and now another thing can be added to the list of surprises as scientists found an asteroid heading for Earth.Aug 25, 2020 7:33 AM CDT
Where do you want to go to today? Windows 95 is now 25 years oldMicrosoft released Windows 95 on this day 25 years ago -- in the years of 486 and Intel Pentium CPUs, IDE and SCSI HDDs, and more.Aug 24, 2020 11:54 PM CDT
GTA 6 domain secured, GTA: Vice City Online seems to be on the wayRockstar parent company Take-Two renews domain registration for GTA 6 website, GTA: Vice City Online has also been teased.Aug 24, 2020 9:27 PM CDT
Star Wars boss: 'We need time to step back and absorb'Disney and Lucasfilm seem to admit they jumped the gun with Star Wars, and are taking time to reflect on Lucas' universe.Aug 24, 2020 5:33 PM CDT

No, NVIDIA's new GeForce RTX 3090 doesn't support SLI (damn it)We have a new picture of the GA102 -- the GPU powering RTX 3090 and RTX 3080 -- both of which won't support NVLink multi-GPU tech.Aug 28, 2020 7:30 PM CDT
New Dragon Age 4 concept art teases exotic fantasy worldBioWare releases tons of new concept art for Dragon Age 4, teasing new locales, country settings, enemies, and a lot more.Aug 28, 2020 6:10 PM CDT
Halo: Infinite to have monetized cosmetic skins and ornamentsNew cross-promotional content confirms Halo: Infinite will have weapon skins and ornaments, both of which will be monetized.Aug 28, 2020 1:12 PM CDT
Hollywood directors call on the public to not see 'Tenet' in theatersHollywood directors are publicly calling for people to not attend Christopher Nolan's new big movie called 'Tenet' due to safety.Aug 28, 2020 3:31 AM CDT
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart gameplay footage from PS5 is mind blowingInsomniac has Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart and Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, while 343 Industries can't handle Halo Infinite.Aug 28, 2020 1:33 AM CDT
ASUS teases next-gen ROG keyboard, reveals on same day as new GeForceASUS wants to know 'Who's ready to switch up their gaming?!' teasing a new ROG keyboard coming soon, with ROG eye logos.Aug 27, 2020 10:32 PM CDT
Facebook Horizon will have a closed beta and it's starting soonFB is gearing up for more than just Connect. It's collecting names and preparing to launch a closed beta of Facebook Horizon.Aug 27, 2020 8:54 PM CDT
Dragon Age 4's next-gen combat teased, likely exclusive to PS5, XSXDragon Age 4 will probably be PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X exclusive with next-gen action combat and environmental effects.Aug 27, 2020 4:53 PM CDT
Secretlab SoftWeave BLACK3 gaming chair packs high-performance fabricSecretlab's new SoftWeave BLACK3 unveiled, inspired by streetwear Triple-Back, packing some slick high-performance fabric.Aug 27, 2020 12:00 PM CDT
This is an even better look at NVIDIA's new 12-pin power connectorA better look at the new 12-pin PCIe power connector, exclusive to NVIDIA's new GeForce RTX 30 series Founders Edition cards.Aug 27, 2020 6:30 AM CDT
Corsair's Hydro hardline kits include everything, even a hacksaw!Corsair released a pair of hardline watercooling kits that include everything you need to build your first liquid cooling loop.Aug 26, 2020 11:29 PM CDT
TSMC teases 2023 tech: 12-stack next-gen HBM on next-gen GPUsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) teases it projects gigantic GPUs, massive 12-stack HBM memory by 2023.Aug 26, 2020 9:27 PM CDT
Infinity Ward has 'lots of ideas' for Call of Duty: Warzone trainCall of Duty: Warzone's multiplayer director Joe Cecot says Infinity Ward has 'lots of ideas' for the train, changes are coming.Aug 26, 2020 7:25 PM CDT
Activision's $69.99 next-gen game price to set new industry trendActivision might've just set the price bar for $69.99 next-gen PS5, Xbox Series X games, expect other publishers to follow suit.Aug 26, 2020 6:15 PM CDT
Halo: Infinite now has three third-party studios helping developmentCertain Affinity joins Halo: Infinite's development, and 343 Industries now has three studios helping it make the new Halo game.Aug 26, 2020 4:40 PM CDT
Qualcomm's XR2 Reference Headset Includes Ultraleap Hand TrackingUltraleap and Qualcomm partnered to bring Gemini hand-tracking the Qualcomm's XR2 5G standalone reference headset platform.Aug 26, 2020 12:53 PM CDT
NVIDIA teases cooling, design changes on GeForce RTX 30 series cardsNVIDIA's new video details the 'remarkable art & science of graphics card design' of next-gen Ampere GeForce RTX 30 series cards.Aug 26, 2020 8:00 AM CDT
Google: tabs load 10% faster on Chrome 85, tab groups coming soonGoogle Chrome 85 will have many improvements, with a group tabs feature inspired from Microsoft Edge, and 10% faster-loading tabs.Aug 25, 2020 11:17 PM CDT
This is our first look at NVIDIA's alleged next-gen Ampere GA102 GPUNVIDIA's next-gen Ampere GA102 GPU spotted, will be powering the new GeForce RTX 3090 and GeForce RTX 3080 graphics cards.Aug 25, 2020 7:18 PM CDT
The Initiative's so-called AAAA project could get messyMicrosoft's so-called AAAA games studio The Initiative could get messy as it focuses on a crazy-ambitious new premium game.Aug 25, 2020 1:00 PM CDT
PlayStation 5 release date may be November 13, per Black Ops leakBlack Ops Cold War's November 13 release date has leaked, possibly hinting at the release date of Sony's next-gen PS5 console.Aug 25, 2020 9:22 AM CDT
GeForce RTX 3070 should offer RTX 2080 Ti level performance for $599NVIDIA's new Ampere GeForce RTX 3070 should cost $599, and offer RTX 2080 Ti level performance that debuted at $999-$1199.Aug 25, 2020 1:30 AM CDT
TSMC on 3nm : 3x silicon density over 7nm, 51% less power, 32% fasterTSMC begins detailing its next-gen 3nm node, mass production in 2H 2022 -- with 3.06x increase in silicon density over 7nm.Aug 24, 2020 11:09 PM CDT
Call of Duty: Warzone Season Five Reloaded update drops soonCall of Duty: Modern Warfare and battle royale mode Warzone is about to get a new Season 5 Reloaded update, drops August 25.Aug 24, 2020 8:52 PM CDT
EA being sued for 'predatory lootboxes,' lawsuit says FIFA is gamblingElectronic Arts is being sued by more than 100 Californians for 'predatory lootbox gambling,' new lawsuit aims to set precedent.Aug 24, 2020 4:31 PM CDT

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