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CS: Legacy might get delayed (image source: @CSLegacyGame on X)

The Counter-Strike 1.6 remake, CS: Legacy, runs into legal troubles with Valve

The Counter-Strike 1.6 Source engine remake has run into a legal hurdle. Its developers promise they're working with Valve to resolve the issue, and that its early access window might have to be pushed to 2026 as a result.
Anil Ganti, 02 Jul 2025 21:30
Non-technical/specialized jobs like customer service are the most at risk of getting replaced by AI. A phone displaying an Unemployed message pictured. (Image source: Pixabay)

AI reportedly wreaks havoc on the entry-level job market in the UK

AI is reportedly making some big changes to the UK's job market. According to data collected by Adzuna, the availability of entry-level jobs in the UK has crashed by a third since the release of ChatGPT in 2022.
Fawad Murtaza, 01 Jul 2025 19:57
Concept art of a space capsule orbiting Earth. (Image source: 2ragon, Adobe Stock)

Space funeral goes wrong: Human ashes fall back to Earth after SpaceX rocket launch

A capsule containing human ashes crashed into the ocean after re-entering the atmosphere. Despite this setback, the company remains confident about its upcoming missions.
Alexis Stegmann, 28 Jun 2025 11:21
Morning Midas cargo ship on fire 300 miles (482.8 kilometers) south of Adak, Alaska (Image source: U.S. Coast Guard)

Another EV fire sinks cargo ship with 3,000 cars, highlighting growing EV transport risks

A car carrier transporting about 3,000 vehicles across the Pacific was abandoned after an uncontrolled fire broke out onboard. The ship, named Morning Midas, was carrying around 750 electric and hybrid vehicles when smoke was firs...
Chibuike Okpara, 25 Jun 2025 21:32
The Magic V5 will not be breaking any weight records for foldables. (Image source: Techtacle)

Honor Magic V5: New foldable falls short of weight claims in early review video

Honor will be releasing the Magic V5 shortly. While the company claims that its latest foldable will be the lightest ever, the first independent review demonstrates that Honor is employing a well-used trick to achieve a sub-220 g ...
Alex Alderson, 24 Jun 2025 18:21
The Anker Zolo Travel Power Bank (A1680) is one of the affected models. (Image Source: Anker)

Anker, Romoss, Baseus face massive power bank recalls over "safety risks"

After recalling over a million units of the PowerCore 10000 (A1263) in the US weeks ago, Anker now faces even worse travails in China. Seven Anker power bank models have now been recalled with models from Xiaomi, Ugreen, Baseus, R...
Ricci Rox, 22 Jun 2025 10:23
CPU scams - AMD Ryzen 9800X3D Counterfeits (Image source: Gamers Nexus on YouTube)

Counterfeit AMD 9800 X3D CPU scam highlights growing threat of fake processors on retail sites

A fake AMD Ryzen 7 9800 X3D sent in by a viewer to Gamers Nexus has turned out to be a complete forgery — not just a rebadged CPU, but an empty shell with no silicon die, no IO die, and no functional components.
Sebastian Jankowski, 20 Jun 2025 06:23
Some users' Switch 2 consoles have been permanently banned from online services. (Image source: Nintendo w/ edits)

Nintendo bans users of MIG Switch flash cart on Switch 2

Nintendo has banned multiple Switch 2 gamers from all online services for using a MIG Switch flash cart. The MIG Switch, which allows users to play backed-up copies of Switch games, has been at the heart of controversy since its i...
Sam Medley, 18 Jun 2025 17:36
The Trump T1 smartphone (pictured) requires a $100 down payment during preorder. (Image source: Trump Mobile)

Someone's preorder experience with the new Trump smartphone was anything but smooth

The T1 Phone by the Trump Organization is now available to preorder, but early buyers are reporting site errors, wrong charges, and no shipping confirmation.
Anubhav Sharma, 17 Jun 2025 11:31
Borderlands 4 launches across all platforms on September 12 (image source: 2K Games)

Borderlands 4 ECHO-4 Bundle Collectors Edition listed for $150 without one key component

The Collectors Edition (ECHO-4 Bundle) for Borderlands 4 has been listed on GameStop's website for $150. It gets you a bunch of paraphernalia and in-game cosmetics, but doesn't include a copy of the game.
Anil Ganti, 16 Jun 2025 21:06
Pixel 9 phones (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel navigation gestures getting stuck after Android 16 update

The latest Android 16 stable build is causing headaches for many Google Pixel users. Reports are surfacing about a frustrating bug that leaves navigation gestures and buttons unresponsive or stuck, making basic phone use a challen...
Jean Leon, 14 Jun 2025 22:34
Nintendo Switch 2 dock ports (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Some Switch 2 dock Ethernet ports are failing, with Nintendo support claiming it's a known issue

The Nintendo Switch 2 dock offers many advantages, including a Gigabit Ethernet port. Sadly, some consoles only work reliably with WiFi networks. Nintendo support hasn't explained the issue and requests that customers send in the ...
Adam Corsetti, 14 Jun 2025 21:54
Nintendo Switch Online and Switch 2 logo (Image source: Nintendo of America)

Nintendo Switch Online down after Google Cloud outage, causing disconnects in Switch 2 games

A major Google Cloud outage is preventing Switch 2 owners from enjoying their new consoles. Nintendo Switch Online enables multiplayer sessions and offers an expanding library of classic titles. Switch 2 games, like Mario Kart Wor...
Adam Corsetti, 12 Jun 2025 23:45
The Anker 10,000 mAh power bank (pictured) has now been linked to 19 reported incidents. (Image source: Anker)

Over 1 Million Anker power banks recalled in the US with free replacements offered

Anker has recalled 1.16 million PowerCore 10000 (model A1263) power banks in the US due to overheating risks. Reports include burns and property damage. Free replacements are being offered.
Anubhav Sharma, 12 Jun 2025 23:45
At least two Pixel 6a have caught fire over the last month. (Image source: Reddit user u/zaliver)

Google to nerf Pixel 6a battery performance after reports of phones catching fire

Following reports of batteries overheating and catching fire, Google has confirmed it will issue a software update for the Pixel 6a. The "mandatory update" aims to limit the risk by intentionally reducing the battery's capacity an...
Kristen Spradlin, 12 Jun 2025 19:24
Beta Version 24.04 is giving some Forerunner owners trouble when trying to access Garmin Coach suggestions. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases notice to Forerunner smartwatch owners after new update causes system crashes

Earlier this week, Garmin restarted its Beta Program for previous generation Forerunner smartwatches with the first v24.xx build. While the update promised to resolve several outstanding bug fixes, Garmin has already been forced t...
Alex Alderson, 12 Jun 2025 18:00
The Liquid Glass software design heavily impacts the aesthetic of the iOS Control Central. (Image source: Apple on YouTube)

"Steve Jobs would've fired everyone": iOS 26 Liquid Glass UI comes under fire for poor readability

Apple proudly showcased the new "Liquid Glass" UI design at the WWDC25. Coming to iOS 26, macOS 26, and iPadOS 26, the new design brings the properties of real glass, like refraction and translucency, to UI elements. However, this...
Fawad Murtaza, 11 Jun 2025 10:39
The Forerunner 570 misses out on a few features that Garmin offers on the Forerunner 970, latter pictured. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin slammed for misleading new Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches advert amid LTE refresh rumours

Garmin is rumoured to be refreshing some of its latest smartwatches with LTE connectivity later this year. Amidst these rumours, Garmin has posted a fresh video highlighting the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 that has drawn cri...
Alex Alderson, 03 Jun 2025 16:11
Philips Hue users have been flagging problems with Amazon Alexa for a while. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue Amazon Alexa integration issue now confirmed by Signify

Signify, the company behind the Philips Hue smart home brand has confirmed that there is a bug with the Philips Hue and Amazon Alexa integration. Users have been reporting issues relating to the Alexa Skill for some time. Now, a r...
Polly Allcock, 30 May 2025 14:47
ASRock logo (Image source: ASRock)

ASRock finally addresses AMD Ryzen 9000X3D failures, but questions remain

Gamers Nexus is continuing its investigation and has encouraged affected users to share their experiences, particularly with the new BIOS. Until more data surfaces and ASRock demonstrates greater transparency, prospective buyers m...
Sebastian Jankowski, 29 May 2025 20:59
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad faces heavy criticism after full release. (Image source: Steam)

New Game of Thrones RPG just dropped – it’s free, but heavily criticized

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad offers an immersive journey through Westeros, standing out with its rich atmosphere and dynamic combat. Despite these strengths, however, the action RPG is facing heavy criticism from players – and not j...
Marius Müller, 22 May 2025 13:52
Google's latest Android update is causing battery issues across multiple Pixel devices. (Image source: Triyansh Gill & Unsplash)

Google Pixel: May 2025 updates could be causing unexpected battery drain on some smartphones

It seems that Google will be delivering its June 2025 set of Android updates with a focus on addressing a new battery bug on Pixel devices. Although unconfirmed for now, it seems that the May 2025 batch of updates is causing exces...
Alex Alderson, 20 May 2025 19:16
DOOM Slayer stands atop a battlefield in the official key art for DOOM: The Dark Ages (Image source: DOOM: The Dark Ages, courtesy of Keymailer)

DOOM: The Dark Ages faces crashes on ROG Ally as outdated AMD drivers hinder performance, but recent update shows promise

Id Software's latest DOOM title has reportedly faced significant crashes on Windows handheld gaming PCs, such as the Asus ROG Ally, with outdated GPU drivers cited as the likely cause. A delay in vendor support, coupled with ongoi...
Louise Burke, 16 May 2025 20:17
Former Tsinghua Unigroup chairman Zhao Weiguo receives suspended capital punishment for graft. Pictured: A silicon wafer produced by SMIC (Image source: SMIC)

Former Tsinghua Unigroup chair given suspended capital punishment in corruption scandal

Former Tsinghua Unigroup chairman Zhao Weiguo received a capital punishment with a two-year reprieve for diverting roughly $65 million in state assets and saddling the company with about $124 million in losses.
Nathan Ali, 15 May 2025 16:53
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is allegedly 4.4-4.5 mm thick, not 3.9 mm. (Image source: TT Technology, YouTube)

Official dimensions prove incorrect: Galaxy Z Fold7 and Oppo Find N5 thicker than specified

For the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold7 in July, Samsung is advertising the smartphone as the thinnest foldable in the world, just like Oppo did a few weeks ago, but the official figures do not exactly stand up to close scrutiny. Thi...
Alexander Fagot, 14 May 2025 11:00
Google Pixel 9a battery replacement disassembly

Google Pixel 9a gets stern "do not buy" warning as teardown reveals questionable design

Despite the Google Pixel 9a performing admirably in his durability tests, JerryRigEverything has officially recommended against buying the mid-range smartphone because of Google's anti-repair design.
Julian van der Merwe, 13 May 2025 21:36
It remains to be seen whether Garmin will tie up new features for existing smartwatches too, like the Fenix 8. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin officially confirms new features will be hidden behind paywall

Garmin has revealed plans to place more features behind the paywall it calls Connect+ or Connect Plus. Despite facing public criticism for announcing the service, Garmin's CEO insists that the response from early adopters has been...
Alex Alderson, 08 May 2025 18:41
The humanoid robot Unitree H1 lashes out wildly during a test. (Image source: OSINTdefender via X, formerly Twitter)

Robot goes berserk – creepy video captures Unitree H1 freakout

A humanoid robot of the Unitree H1 type suddenly went wild in a Chinese test facility. Although no one was injured, the incident sparks concerns about safety and the future of robotics.
Marius Müller, 08 May 2025 15:51
A promotional image for Tesla's Cybertruck range extender battery pack, showcased in a Cybertruck's bed. (Image Source: Tesla)

Tesla cancels Cybertruck range extender, offers full refund

The company has officially cancelled the Cybertruck range extender. This follows the product's disappearance from the Tesla website. Tesla will offer full refunds to people who made the $2000 deposit to book one.
Rohith Bhaskar, 08 May 2025 10:57
Der8auer (Image source: Der8auer YouTube channel)

Ongoing RTX 4090 melting connector issues investigated by Der8auer

Der8auer investigates another RTX 4090 melting connector incident, revealing uneven current distribution due to high contact resistance in 12VHPWR plugs. Despite correct assembly and quality components, the failure highlights Nvid...
Sebastian Jankowski, 04 May 2025 16:12
GTA 6 launch postponed till 2026. Pictured: Official trailer screenshot (image source: Rockstar Games)

GTA 6 launch officially pushed back to 2026

Rockstar games has bad new for gamers waiting for GTA VI. The company has officially announced the game has been pushed back to 2026.
Anil Ganti, 02 May 2025 15:20
EA has killed off another of its popular racing games produced by Codemasters. Pictured: A WRC game screenshot. (Image source: EA)

World Rally Championship games and all Codemaster rally titles accept defeat in latest Electronic Arts cuts

Electronic Arts has brought another of Codemasters' popular racing series to an end, just over four years after acquiring the company. This time, EA has 'reached the end of the road' working on WRC games and other rally titles. Th...
Alex Alderson, 01 May 2025 17:01
Miyoo currently sells the Flip V2 in four colour options. (Image source: Miyoo)

Miyoo Flip V2: Refresh of Anbernic RG35XX SP rival falls short with repeated reports of broken display hinges

Miyoo promised that version two of its Anbernic RG35XX SP rival would ship with an improved hinge mechanism. Early reports suggest that the opposite has occurred. Instead, the Miyoo Flip V2 is suspectible to its display hinge brea...
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2025 22:17
Google now admits that the Pixel 7a can suffer from battery issues too. (Image source: Google)

Pixel 7a: Google offers up to $450 in compensation for fresh battery issue affecting Pixel A series smartphones

Google has admitted that another Pixel A series smartphone has a battery problem. This time, it is the Pixel 7a that is affected. For now, Google has committed to offering one free battery replacement or between $200 and $456 in c...
Alex Alderson, 24 Apr 2025 19:47
Apple community support (Image source: Apple - screenshot)

Apple’s Support Forums are a black hole for user feedback

CheckMag Apple likes to position itself as a company that values user experience above all. But spend just a few minutes in their official Support Communities, and a very different picture emerges — one of tightly controlled messaging, sup...
Sebastian Jankowski, 18 Apr 2025 20:26
The Retroid Pocket Mini's display swap is a difficult procedure even for seasoned tinkerers. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Mini: Display swap looks anything but easy in official video

Retroid has now posted a video covering replacing the display inside the Pocket Mini. While the hardware upgrade will bring a higher resolution and larger display to Retroid's pocket handheld, it is also fraught with difficulty.
Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2025 22:33
4chan was taken offline following a major hack. (Image source: 4chan logo w/ edits)

4chan has fallen: Infamous forum site taken down following major hack

The infamous internet forum 4chan was taken offline following a hack that acquired admin access to the site. The forum now loads intermittently (as of press time). The hack likely exploited the fact that 4chan had not updated its ...
Sam Medley, 16 Apr 2025 21:51
There is growing evidence that the global rollout of One UI 7 has been halted for Galaxy S24 and more. (Image source: Techdroider)

Update | Samsung halts One UI 7 update for Galaxy S24 and more: Yet another chapter in the never-ending saga

The long wait for an Android 15 update on the Galaxy S24 continues, with disappointing news emerging from South Korea and China. According to a Samsung Community post and a reliable leaker, the One UI 7 update has been suspended worldwide due to a critical bug. Update #2: Rollout resuming today, April 15
Alexander Fagot, 15 Apr 2025 15:14
The founder of a supposed AI-powered checkout service has been arrested for fraud. The app allegedly relied almost entirely on human input. (Image source: Bing image generation)

AI shopping app allegedly used humans, founder charged with fraud

The founder of Nate, an AI-powered shopping app that promised a universal checkout experience, was charged with fraud Wednesday. Rather than utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence as advertised, the app allegedly u...
Sam Medley, 11 Apr 2025 18:54
Many OEMs are suspending laptop shipments to the US due to uncertainty around tariffs (image source: Notebookcheck)

Lenovo, HP, Dell, and others suspend US shipments for two weeks due to US tariffs

Commercial Times reports many companies have suspended shipments to the US following President Trump's tariff announcement. Some of the affected parts will include laptops, smartphones and networking gear.
Anil Ganti, 09 Apr 2025 17:17
Elon Musk fails the tutorial boss in Path of Exile 2 - live on stream. (Image source: Pixabay, Tumisu / YouTube, WoldGamerSK)

The higher you fly, the harder you fall – Elon Musk embarrasses himself in Path of Exile 2

Elon Musk has faceplanted in Path of Exile 2 yet again, marking his second high-profile stumble in the game. The legend of "Gamer Musk" might finally be falling apart for good.
Marius Müller, 08 Apr 2025 16:05
The Nintendo Switch 2's Joy-Cons will eventually drift (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo confirms no Hall Effect sticks on Switch 2 Joy-Cons

In an interview with Nintendo Life, the company has confirmed the Switch 2's Joy Cons do not come with Hall Effect sticks. However, it claims they will feel better because they've been redesigned from the ground up.
Anil Ganti, 07 Apr 2025 17:22
The mobile RTX 5090 has a lot in common with the desktop RTX 4070 Ti series, pictured when it comes to performance (Image source: Notebookcheck)

GeForce RTX 5090 laptops perform almost identically to a desktop RTX 4070 Ti Super

Gaming performance with the flagship mobile RTX 5090 is closer to an upper midrange last generation GPU for desktop PCs. While somewhat disappointing, the power savings with the newer mobile chip arguably make up for it.
Allen Ngo, 04 Apr 2025 23:24
Nintendo has delayed Switch 2 pre-orders in the US (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders delayed indefinitely in the US

Gamers in the US will no longer be able to order a Nintendo Switch 2 on April 9. Nintendo has pushed it back to an unspecified date because of the recently announced tariffs.
Anil Ganti, 04 Apr 2025 17:19
Some Nintendo Switch 2 cartridges will require an internet connection for installation (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key Cards further blur the lines between digital and physical media

Nintendo has shown off Game-Key Cards alongside the Switch 2. While they may look like a regular cartridge, none of the game data is stored locally, meaning you have to download the game off the internet.
Anil Ganti, 02 Apr 2025 19:07
The SU7. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi SU7 self-driving system under fire following fatal crash

Xiaomi has expressed "deep regret" following an incident in which an accident involving the company's smash-hit electric vehicle (EV) has reportedly led to the deaths of three people in China. The SU7's automatic driving feature h...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2025 14:54
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 sold-out on Amazon

How to buy a gaming GPU in 2025: Subscribe to Amazon Prime, apparently

Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5000 and AMD's Radeon RX 9070 series GPUs are finally becoming more widely available on Amazon, but only because Amazon is seemingly taking steps to deter scalpers from buying 2025's best gaming GPUs. One such...
Julian van der Merwe, 02 Apr 2025 03:25
Between these five affected apps, up to 900,000 users may have been affected (Image source: M.A.D. Mobile – edited)

Massive privacy breach in niche dating apps exposes sensitive user photos

A security investigation of iOS apps has revealed a massive privacy breach – 1.5 million user images uploaded to several specialist dating apps were publicly exposed to anyone with the URL. The developer M.A.D. Mobile has since ad...
Vishal Bhardwaj, 01 Apr 2025 20:40
Tesla goes bust—who knew Elon Musk’s empire would end with a fire sale? (Image source: Tesla, edited)

Tesla bankruptcy: Leaked documents reveal fire sale with absurd discounts on Model 3, Y and Cybertruck

UPDATE: This article is an April Fool’s joke. Tesla is on the brink of collapse - not because of a lack of innovation, but because Elon Musk's political involvement has spooked investors. After his latest tweet on X went viral, Te...
Nicole Dominikowski, 01 Apr 2025 19:57
It seems as though Intel has cancelled the high-end follow-up to the Arc B580 GPU we recently reviewed.

Intel Xe2 Battlemage GPUs on the chopping block as Nvidia high-end slated to remain unchallenged

Despite repeatedly appearing in leaks, it looks as though the Intel Xe2 Battlemage B770 GPU may have been cancelled. This leaves Nvidia entirely unchallenged in the high-end desktop GPU market unless AMD releases a higher-end RDNA...
Julian van der Merwe, 29 Mar 2025 02:05

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