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Insider claims Project Helix will be "pretty expensive" and is being made for a "very niche audience"

While Microsoft has yet to reveal the price for Project Helix, an insider claims that it will be very expensive and is being made for a specific audience.

Abdul Haddi, 08 Mar 2026 03:12

Indie game studio says Switch 2 dev kits are more accessible, but Nintendo fears shovelware slop

Nintendo may hesitate to issue Switch 2 dev kits to some indie game studios. A developer for Dungeons of Dusk reports that, even after shipping the tools, the company is eager to filter out shovelware. Nintendo has also tweaked the eShop to stop prioritizing low-quality Switch 2 games.

Adam Corsetti, 08 Mar 2026 02:38

Apple's entry-level M5 SoC in the MacBook Air 13 only consumes 7-8 Watts in games like Cyberpunk 2077 or Baldur's Gate 3

Apple's new MacBook Air with the small M5 SoC is extremely efficient while gaming. During our tests, we recorded a SoC consumption of just 7-8 Watts, which means the gaming performance is also rock solid despite the passive cooling solution.

Andreas Osthoff, 07 Mar 2026 23:49

Photographers can print photos as large as 13"x19" with the Epson EcoTank ET-8550 6-color inkjet printer on sale at Amazon.

Deal | Amazon offers Epson EcoTank ET-8550 6-color photo printer with 13"x19" paper handling at its lowest price

The Epson EcoTank ET-8550 inkjet printer is on sale at Amazon at 33% off the MSRP. It uses six-color inks refilled from bottles to greatly reduce the cost of printing photos as large as 13" x 19". Copies and scans can be made using the 4,800 dpi scanner.

David Chien, 07 Mar 2026 23:00

Sales of PS5 exclusive games on PC may have struggled because Sony delayed release dates

A new analysis illustrates how some PC gamers lost patience with Sony’s cross-platform approach. More recent PlayStation exclusives also drew less interest than earlier ports. With disappointing sales, Sony may now permanently confine single-player PS5 games to its console.

Adam Corsetti, 07 Mar 2026 22:38

The Venture 16 is laser-focused on affordability even if it means dropping some important features along the way

Lesser-known MSI Venture 16 office laptop offers only the bare minimum features

The Venture 16 is much more affordable than the higher-end Prestige or Summit models from the same manufacturer, but it cuts a lot of corners in the process.

Allen Ngo, 07 Mar 2026 22:20

Deal | This medieval RPG is back at its lowest price on Steam with an 85% discount

Yes, Your Grace is an RPG set in a medieval universe. You embody a king and must respond to the needs and demands of your villagers. But be careful, because every decision counts, and you will have to make the right choices.

Alexis Stegmann, 07 Mar 2026 22:16

The Artpical Mondrian USB-C DAC supports lossless DSD, PCM, and MSQ music streams.

Colorful Artpical Mondrian USB-C DAC now available in Japan

The Artpical Mondrian USB‑C DAC delivers high‑resolution audio, with support for up to 32‑bit, 768 kHz PCM, DSD512, and MQA lossless music streams, and a 4.4 mm balanced headphone jack. Its CNC‑machined aluminum body echoes Piet Mondrian’s iconic geometric abstract paintings.

David Chien, 07 Mar 2026 22:08

Deal | Humble Bundle launches new All-Star Alliance collection with 10 Steam Deck-friendly games for $18

Humble has launched a new All-Star Alliance bundle, offering 10 games in total worth $259. However, you can score them for only $18, saving around $241.

Abdul Haddi, 07 Mar 2026 19:57

Steam launch: Free-to-play retro-adventure RPG lands on Steam with 88% "Very Positive" reviews

Changzhou Hualande Software Technology released Metal Hunter on March 6, 2026, as a free-to-play wasteland RPG. Despite being an "experimental imitation" of an abandoned 2012 project, the title has secured an initial 84% positive rating and a modest peak of 216 players.

Anubhav Sharma, 07 Mar 2026 19:35

Apple M5 Max and M5 Pro-powered MacBook Pros were announced earlier this week.

Apple M5 Max and M5 Pro appear on Geekbench AI, sporting 20% higher scores compared to predecessors

Real-world benchmarks for Apple's M5 Max and Pro SoCs have started appearing, and the results sure do look promising. Interestingly, the improvements indicated by Geekbench AI are rather disappointing, likely due to lack of optimization.

Sambit Saha, 07 Mar 2026 19:31

Apple MacBook Neo boasts a $599 price tag.

MacBook Neo does not have any design compromises, says Apple

An Apple VP has claimed in a recent interview that the MacBook Neo does not feature any design compromises, which definitely appears to be an honest take. The Neo has many compromises, but its design and build quality are unlikely to draw any major complaints.

Sambit Saha, 07 Mar 2026 19:31

The Intel Core Ultra 250K Plus "Arrow Lake Refresh" CPU is expected to arrive soon.

Intel Core 5 Ultra 250K Plus demolishes AMD Ryzen 5 9600X in multi-core benchmark, courtesy of 18-core setup

The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is expected to arrive soon, taking the place of the Core Ultra 5 245K. With four additional efficiency cores and higher turbo clocks, the 250K Plus appears ready to cement its position as a powerful productivity machine.

Sambit Saha, 07 Mar 2026 18:43

Even with a slim chassis, the mini PC is said to feature two internal fans. Pictured: an edited picture showing the slim design of the system.

Leak details Intel Panther Lake-powered FEVM mini PC with OCuLink and Thunderbolt ports

A fresh leak from a notable tipster shares early details of a new FEVM mini PC. The system is shown to feature a slim form factor and is reported to be powered by an Intel Panther Lake processor, with OCuLink and Thunderbolt 4 ports.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Mar 2026 18:30

Nintendo sues the US government over trade tariffs that delayed Switch 2 pre-orders

The entertainment giant claims President Trump’s tariffs delayed Switch 2 pre-orders, causing it significant financial losses and leading to a less-than-optimal launch.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Mar 2026 18:21

Samsung copies the Apple MacBook Pro 16 and the result is a very good multimedia laptop

Samsung took a lot of inspiration from the Apple MacBook Pro 16 for the new Galaxy Book6 Ultra and both look pretty equal when you remove the logos. The design also includes the keyboard, because Samsung ditched the numpad from the old Galaxy Book4 Ultra.

Andreas Osthoff, 07 Mar 2026 18:18

The 2026 Steam Controller (or Steam Controller 2), playing Hollow Knight: Silksong.

Why Steam Controller may be the best gamepad yet

The Steam Controller's stacked feature set make it ideal not only for PC games, but also console and emulation play.

Christopher Harper, 07 Mar 2026 18:15

An artist's illustration showing two asteroids close to Earth.

NASA’s DART probe changed the trajectory of a massive asteroid after its impact on Dimorphos

When the DART probe hit the asteroid Dimorphos in 2022, it also changed the trajectory of a more massive asteroid located nearby. And this discovery could help astronomers prevent potential dangers to Earth.

Alexis Stegmann, 07 Mar 2026 17:35

The Mind Graphics 2 has the proprietary PCie 4.0 x8 interface alongside USB4. Pictured: the eGPU with the Mind Pro mini PC on top.

Khadas launches Mind Graphics 2 eGPU with desktop Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 16GB GPU

The Mind Graphics 2 is now available to purchase. This Khadas eGPU comes with a desktop Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, and it can connect to a host device through the proprietary Mind Link or USB4. The retail price is $1,349.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Mar 2026 17:21

The Redmi Pad 2 that launched last year.

Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2: Budget 9.7-inch tablet expected to launch globally

The Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 was launched last year as a budget-friendly tablet with an 11-inch display. A new database listing now suggests Xiaomi may be preparing another version of the tablet with a smaller screen size.

Huzefa Baloch, 07 Mar 2026 16:32

Apple M5 Pro fails to keep up with the RTX 5060 Laptop GPU in Geekbench OpenCL.

Apple M5 Pro gets thrashed by Nvidia RTX 5060 Laptop in OpenCL benchmark despite impressive generational improvements

Apple's M5 Pro GPU has arrived on Geekbench, revealing promising performance improvements over its predecessors. The OpenCL performance continues to be quite disappointing, however, with the RTX 5060 Laptop GPU pulling well ahead in the test.

Sambit Saha, 07 Mar 2026 15:26

Early hands-on time spanning roughly 12 hours points to a distinctive extraction shooter with strong shell-based class design, layered faction progression, surreal presentation, and a dense UI that still needs smoothing out.

Marathon hands-on preview

Early hands-on time with Marathon, spanning roughly 10 hours, points to a distinctive extraction shooter with strong shell-based class design, layered faction progression, surreal presentation, and a dense UI that still needs smoothing out.

Darryl Linington, 07 Mar 2026 14:33

A mockup of 8BitMods' wireless Dreamcast controller Dongle

The Dreamcast Controller just leveled up: 8BitMods BitLink DC brings wireless freedom, rumble and more

8BitMods has unveiled BitLink DC, a mod kit that makes Sega Dreamcast controllers wireless via a 2.4GHz dongle on original hardware and Bluetooth LE on PC/Mac, while adding rumble, motion controls, and virtual memory card support.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 07 Mar 2026 14:28

Honor's MagicBook Pro 14 is an impressive showcase for a modern OLED touchscreen

The Honor MagicBook Pro 14 features a high-resolution OLED touchscreen with a 3:2 aspect ratio. Thanks to the high resolution and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, it offers impressive image quality. Even bright contents do not look grainy, despite the touch layer, which is an issue for many competitors.

Andreas Osthoff, 07 Mar 2026 14:09

Fenix 8: Smartwatch receives new software update

Many improvements: Garmin smartwatches receive new update

Garmin is rolling out a new software update and offering it for various smartwatches. At best, this should significantly improve the user experience. The update is not yet being rolled out to all users. It is available for the Fenix 8 model versions, but not for all versions.

Silvio Werner, 07 Mar 2026 14:00

Minisforum AI X1 Pro with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470

Compact, high-quality, powerful connectivity - Minisforum AI X1 Pro with Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 reviewed

With the AI X1 Pro, Minisforum presents a compact mini PC with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470. The system promises high performance, modern AI acceleration, and extensive features. Our recent review shows where the strengths lie - and which weaknesses are revealed in practice.

Sebastian Bade, 07 Mar 2026 11:59

The GDC Frost Fatales 2026 bundle will expire on March 28. Pictured: Steam Deck running Q-UP.

Deal | Humble Bundle offers seven Steam Deck-compatible indie games for less than $1.5 each

The Frost Fatales 2026 is a new game collection on Humble Bundle, and it's offering a total of seven games worth $128 in retail for just $10. These games are playable on the Steam Deck, and they come with good overall player ratings.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Mar 2026 10:40

The Casio AQ230A-2A1M stylized on a tabletop in an aesthetic manner.

Casio launches new slim analog-digital hybrid watch in the US

Casio's new Vintage AQ230A-2A1M analog-digital watch in the US for $59.95. The slim retro model features a light blue dial, stainless-steel bracelet, dual-time display, stopwatch and three-year battery life.

Anubhav Sharma, 07 Mar 2026 10:29

The Ayaneo Pocket Air Mini × B.Duck Limited Edition

Ayaneo officially unveils Pocket Air Mini × B.Duck Limited Edition with MTK G90T, Hall controls, and 4.2 inch 4:3 display

Ayaneo has finally launched the Pocket Air Mini x B.Duck Limited Edition. The official announcement provides more specifications after a recent leak showed fans what to expect. Pricing has just been announced, too.

Keji Folowosele, 07 Mar 2026 09:14

A SpaceX Starlink Mini on a Tesla Cybertruck

SpaceX ends mobile access for the affordable Starlink Standby Mode plan

With this change, users are now required to pay for higher-priced mobility tiers if they want to maintain connectivity on highways or in remote areas. SpaceX also enforced a 160 km/h speed cap on standard plans to redirect aviation users toward expensive flight subscriptions.

Antony Muchiri, 07 Mar 2026 08:51

A screenshot from Crowalt's debut trailer showing a ship against the moonlit sky.

Deal | From $9.99 to $0: Investigative-adventure game set in 1737 is now free to claim on Steam for a limited time

Crowalt: Traces of the Lost Colony is currently free to keep on Steam until March 9, down from its usual $9.99 price. The point-and-click investigative adventure brings a 3-5 hour story and holds a "Very Positive" rating from players.

Anubhav Sharma, 07 Mar 2026 07:24

Project Helix mockup shown next to Steam Machine

Analyst says Project Helix will fail unless new Xbox console wins war vs Steam Machine

Project Helix may have more in common with the Steam Machine than the PS6. A popular industry consultant argues that to top Valve’s system, the new Xbox console must target more than PC gamers. Xbox exclusive games would provide platform-specific alternatives to the massive Steam library.

Adam Corsetti, 07 Mar 2026 02:28

A modder has successfully ported Linux to the PS5, running GTA 5 Enhanced with ray tracing

A modder revealed that he has successfully managed to port Linux to the PS5. To demonstrate the project, he shared a video showing GTA 5 Enhanced Edition running smoothly at 60 FPS.

Abdul Haddi, 07 Mar 2026 00:12

Anthropic becomes the first US company to get designation following rift with Pentagon

Anthropic has become the first American company to be designated as a supply chain risk to U.S. national security following its rift with the U.S. Department of Defense (also known as the Department of War).

Chibuike Okpara, 06 Mar 2026 23:46

Sony is reportedly experimenting with dynamic pricing in the PlayStation Store

According to a new report, Sony is testing dynamic pricing in the PlayStation Store, which means some users might see lower prices compared to others, depending on the region.

Abdul Haddi, 06 Mar 2026 23:23

Anker’s new Zolo Smart Shield Built-in Cable Power Bank

New Anker Power Bank with Smart Shield technology launches

Anker has launched a new accessory, the Zolo Smart Shield Built-in Cable Power Bank, in China. This is one of two new models which are said to offer enhanced safety features, possibly in response to a series of overheating-related recalls. The accessory offers wired and wireless charging options, as well as a magnetic stand.

Polly Allcock, 06 Mar 2026 22:08

An image from the game Blasphemous showing a character.

Deal | This brutal action-platformer is back to its lowest price on Steam, with a 90% discount

Blasphemous is a game in which you embody a hero who must save the world from a terrible curse. Travel through a dangerous world filled with enemies and bosses, and discover many secrets in this game, which is back at its lowest price on Steam.

Alexis Stegmann, 06 Mar 2026 22:04

H3C will be turning to Intel's Panther Lake platform for its next 2-in-1.

H3C MegaBook: Upgraded Microsoft Surface Pro challenger reveals itself with Intel Panther Lake

Early evidence has surfaced online that H3C is preparing to launch a new MegaBook detachable. Swapping Intel Lunar Lake for Intel Panther Lake, the MegaBook was available last year with a 2.8K, 14-inch and 120 Hz OLED display, too.

Alex Alderson, 06 Mar 2026 22:01

Anker’s new Prime 250W Smart Desktop Charger Pro+

Anker confirms more details about new Prime 250W Desktop Charger

Anker has confirmed more of the specifications of its new Prime 250W Smart Desktop Charger Pro+. Also known as the Anker Prime 250W GaN Desktop Charger, this accessory is set to launch in China in the near future. It has the same outputs and display as its predecessor, though with support for more fast-charging protocols.

Polly Allcock, 06 Mar 2026 21:37

A prominent leaker believes that this is DJI's final Avata 360's retail box.

New DJI Avata 360 attacks competition with budget pricing

According to a new report, DJI is preparing to attack its competition with aggressive pricing for its next consumer drone release. Shaping up to rival the Antigravity A1, the DJI Avata 360 could even undercut the existing Avata 2, too.

Alex Alderson, 06 Mar 2026 21:34

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 is now on sale for 60% under the official list price

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 with 800-nit 4K display and RTX graphics sees 60% price drop

Lenovo has cut the ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 by 60% to $1,739, pairing an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H with 32GB RAM, a 1TB SSD, RTX Pro 2000 with 8GB VRAM and a 16-inch 4K IPS display with up to 800 nits and full DCI-P3 coverage. Our review praises its thin and light chassis, quiet cooling as well as a few other aspects of this intriguing 16-inch workstation laptop.

Enrico Frahn, 06 Mar 2026 21:25

Apple M5 Max with 40-core GPU makes a splash in Geekbench debut

The Apple M5 Max’s Geekbench debut is nothing short of impressive. It punches above its weight class and even trades blows with the much more powerful M3 Ultra.

Anil Ganti, 06 Mar 2026 21:15

Lenovo will sell the Legion Y700 Gen 5 in multiple colours, Legion Tab Gen 5 pictured.

Lenovo announces imminent launch for new compact gaming tablet

Lenovo has announced when it will be launching its next gaming tablet. Equipped with an 8.8-inch display and Qualcomm's latest flagship chipset, the Legion Y700 Gen 5 will reach China before the Legion Tab Gen 5 makes its way to other markets.

Alex Alderson, 06 Mar 2026 20:53

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