The recent leak of the Google Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL models has taken the tech world by storm, as images of the devices have surfaced a full five months before Google’s usual October release timeframe. The leak, courtesy of Rozetked, raises numerous questions about how and why these units are already
The highly anticipated Lord of the Rings movie, War of the Rohirrim, is set to be released in theaters this December. While there is no official trailer yet, new images have recently been unveiled to give fans a glimpse of what to expect. These images showcase the characters, creatures, and landscapes that will feature in
Recently, AMD’s software engineers have been hard at work updating various aspects of their code base to support the next generation of graphics architecture. In particular, the RadeonSI OpenGL driver has received a significant update, adding almost 24,000 lines of code for GFX12, also known as RDNA 4, in the Mesa open-source graphics library. This
Bethesda recently released a new update for Fallout 4, known as “Next Gen Update 2”, which aimed to address the issues from the previous update and introduce new graphics settings for PS5 and Xbox Series X. However, upon closer inspection of the patch notes, players have been left questioning whether they should trust Bethesda’s recommendations
The Hall of Fame-type accolades are often viewed as a marketing tool to promote award shows and museums. However, it is also a way to give recognition to the most important games and creators in the industry. One such institution that stands out is the New York-based “museum of play” The Strong, known for its
Square Enix recently unveiled a new “four-pillar” plan as part of their Medium-term Business Plan, aiming to enhance their presence in the gaming industry. One of the key pillars of this strategy is to aggressively pursue a multiplatform approach, which includes expanding beyond just Nintendo platforms to encompass PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. This move signifies
The landscape of graphics card design is constantly evolving, and with Nvidia’s next generation of GeForce cards on the horizon, the question of whether bigger coolers will be necessary has been a topic of discussion. Recent reports suggest that Nvidia has been experimenting with heatsink and fan designs to accommodate power levels comparable to those
One of the major concerns with current PCs is the excessive power consumption, especially when it comes to high-performance components such as NVMe SSDs. The heat generated by these components can also be a significant issue, leading to the need for extensive cooling solutions such as large metal covers on motherboards or tower heatsinks with
In a surprising move, Microsoft has announced its plans to launch its own mobile game store months after acquiring Activision Blizzard. This new platform is set to offer popular titles such as Minecraft and Candy Crush, providing an alternative to the established Apple App Store and Google Play. According to Xbox president Sarah Bond, this
The recent surge in popularity of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order in Australia and New Zealand can be attributed to the celebrations surrounding May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day. During this time, various storefronts offered discounts on popular Star Wars titles, causing a significant increase in sales for these games. This promotional