Razer Iskur V2 NewGen gaming chair review: A much-needed 'cooler' update to an already solid chair

Razer Iskur V2 NewGen gaming chair review: A much-needed 'cooler' update to an already solid chair

• Tom’s Hardware Verdict The Iskur V2 NewGen is a minor update to an already good gaming chair • Pros - + Improvements made to address breathability, cooling - + Highly adjustable

LG's massive 52-inch ultra-wide gaming monitor costs $2,000

LG's massive 52-inch ultra-wide gaming monitor costs $2,000

• Trending: Tesla sues California DMV over the term ‘Autopilot’ Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 is Feb. • 25 Apple event on March 4: What to expect Hands-on with Google’s Pixel 10a iP

Consumer Tech · February 24, 2026 (updated February 25, 2026) · 2 min · 274 words
Indie Game Mixtape Brings 90s Nostalgia to Teens

Indie Game Mixtape Brings 90s Nostalgia to Teens

• Mixtape blends narrative storytelling with a 90s music soundtrack. • Players explore suburban life through the eyes of a teenage protagonist. • The game emphasizes self‑mythologi

Consumer Tech · February 24, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 172 words
Amazon Games is winding down King of Meat

Amazon Games is winding down King of Meat

• King of Meat will shut down on April 9, 2026. • Game launched Oct 2025, failed to meet player count goals. • Amazon Games cited low concurrent users and revenue shortfall. • Deve

Consumer Tech · February 24, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 166 words
Summer Game Fest runs from June 5-8

Summer Game Fest runs from June 5-8

• Summer Game Fest runs June 5-8, featuring Geoff Keighley-hosted kickoff at 5PM ET. • Live kickoff streamed worldwide on YouTube, Twitch, X, Steam; LA tickets available in spring.

Consumer Tech · February 23, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 193 words
New Microsoft gaming chief has 'no tolerance for bad AI'

New Microsoft gaming chief has 'no tolerance for bad AI'

• Last week’ssurprise departure of Phil Spencer from Microsoftled to the promotion of Asha Sharma, who comes to head Microsoft’s gaming division after two years as president of the

Consumer Tech · February 23, 2026 (updated February 25, 2026) · 2 min · 426 words
Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 240 Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor review: Asus delivers a true flagship OLED

Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 240 Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor review: Asus delivers a true flagship OLED

• Tom’s Hardware Verdict The Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 has no real flaws, it is a superlative gaming monitor with speedy play and a gorgeous picture to match. • It’s expensive but i

Falcon Northwest FragBox review: A compact gaming rig that does everything right

Falcon Northwest FragBox review: A compact gaming rig that does everything right

• Trending: Apple event on March 4: What to expect Hands-on with Google’s Pixel 10a Tesla drops ‘Autopilot’ upsell in California Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 is Feb. • 25 iPhone Fo

Consumer Tech · February 23, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 252 words
27-inch 1440p curved gaming beast is now 40% off - Samsung Odyssey G55C falls $9 short of historic low

27-inch 1440p curved gaming beast is now 40% off - Samsung Odyssey G55C falls $9 short of historic low

• 27-inch 1440p curved gaming beast is now 40% off - Samsung Odyssey G55C falls $9 short of historic low Great value for anyone looking at a budget curved gaming monitor. • Get Tom

Steam Deck shortage goes global - Valve's handheld console now out of stock in Europe, Canada, the US, and Japan

Steam Deck shortage goes global - Valve's handheld console now out of stock in Europe, Canada, the US, and Japan

• Steam Deck out of stock worldwide, including Europe, Canada, US, Japan. • Shortage caused by memory and storage chip shortages from AI boom. • Valve confirms lack of DDR5 and NAN

Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer steps down after 38 years with company

Microsoft gaming chief Phil Spencer steps down after 38 years with company

• Microsoft Executive Vice President for Gaming Phil Spencer announced he will retire after 38 years at Microsoft and 12 years leading the company’s video game efforts. • Asha Shar

Consumer Tech · February 20, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 270 words
Asha Sharma named EVP and CEO, Microsoft Gaming

Asha Sharma named EVP and CEO, Microsoft Gaming

• Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, and members of his executive team shared the following communications with employees today. • SATYA NADELLA MESSAGE Gaming has been part of Micro

Big Tech · February 20, 2026 (updated February 25, 2026) · 2 min · 262 words
Read Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma’s first memo on the future of Xbox

Read Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma’s first memo on the future of Xbox

• Gaming Tech Microsoft Read Microsoft gaming CEO Asha Sharma’s first memo on the future of Xbox She’s promising ’the return of Xbox.’ She’s promising ’the return of Xbox.’ Link Sh

Consumer Tech · February 20, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 307 words
Xbox chief Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft

Xbox chief Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft

• Phil Spencer retires after 38 years, ending nearly four decades of Xbox leadership. • Sarah Bond departs, creating a significant leadership vacuum in Xbox’s executive ranks. • As

Consumer Tech · February 20, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 359 words

How competitive gaming on Discord fosters social connections

• Human beings are social animals; they need places to relax, connect with others, and feel a sense of belonging beyond the demands of home and work. • Traditionally, these ’third

Science · February 20, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 164 words
Pokémon Red and Green's GBA remakes are getting re-released on Switch for $20 a pop

Pokémon Red and Green's GBA remakes are getting re-released on Switch for $20 a pop

• Nintendo re-releases GBA remakes of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Switch for $20 each. • Ports preserve original gameplay, graphics, and bug fixes from 2004 releases. • Standa

Consumer Tech · February 20, 2026 (updated February 21, 2026) · 1 min · 173 words
This iBuyPower gaming PC with a 7800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti is an absolute steal for just $1,999 right now - huge $450 saving on this 4K-capable rig with 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD

This iBuyPower gaming PC with a 7800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti is an absolute steal for just $1,999 right now - huge $450 saving on this 4K-capable rig with 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD

• This iBuyPower gaming PC with a 7800X3D and RTX 5070 Ti is an absolute steal for just $1,999 right now - huge $450 saving on this 4K-capable rig with 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB S

Razer unveils$500 flagship gaming keyboard - Huntsman Signature Edition built from CNC-machined aluminum, featuring 8,000 Hz polling and Snap Tap

Razer unveils$500 flagship gaming keyboard - Huntsman Signature Edition built from CNC-machined aluminum, featuring 8,000 Hz polling and Snap Tap

• Razer unveils $500 flagship gaming keyboard - Huntsman Signature Edition built from CNC-machined aluminum, featuring 8,000 Hz polling and Snap Tap This wired keyboard is only ava

Microsoft's new Windows 11 speed test is just a link to Ookla's Speedtest via Bing - button housed in the taskbar in latest Insider Preview build

Microsoft's new Windows 11 speed test is just a link to Ookla's Speedtest via Bing - button housed in the taskbar in latest Insider Preview build

• Windows 11 Insider Preview now offers a taskbar speed test via Bing linking to Ookla’s Speedtest. • Access it by right‑clicking the network icon or opening quick settings; displa

Dell launches new budget 1080p gaming monitor with an ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate for less than $130 - new 27-inch IPS display includes AMD FreeSync support and 0.5ms response time

Dell launches new budget 1080p gaming monitor with an ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate for less than $130 - new 27-inch IPS display includes AMD FreeSync support and 0.5ms response time

• Dell launches new budget 1080p gaming monitor with an ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate for less than $130 - new 27-inch IPS display includes AMD FreeSync support and 0.5ms response

This Lenovo gaming laptop has no business being this good for work

• The LOQ 15AHP10 offers high performance and practicality, and you can get an even better value when you buy directly from Lenovo.

Cyberpunk platformer Replaced has once again been delayed

Cyberpunk platformer Replaced has once again been delayed

• Replaced, the pixel‑art cyberpunk platformer, delayed from March 12 to April 14. • Developer Sad Cat Studios says the game is technically finished, needs polish. • Delay reflects

Consumer Tech · February 18, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 191 words
I Played People of Note, a Unique Musical RPG Blending Final Fantasy With Pop Songs

I Played People of Note, a Unique Musical RPG Blending Final Fantasy With Pop Songs

• People of Note blends rhythm, music, and turn-based RPG combat into a unique 2026 release. • Story follows singer Cadence, journeying through pop, rock, EDM, rap lands to form a

Consumer Tech · February 18, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 206 words
TMR vs. Hall Effect Controllers: Battle of the Magnetic Sensing Tech

TMR vs. Hall Effect Controllers: Battle of the Magnetic Sensing Tech

• Hall effect sensors use magnetic field to detect joystick movement without physical contact, reducing wear. • TMR sensors rely on quantum tunneling for higher sensitivity, offeri

Consumer Tech · February 18, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 187 words
GameHub will give Mac owners another imperfect way to play Windows games

GameHub will give Mac owners another imperfect way to play Windows games

• GameSir to launch macOS version of GameHub, extending Android Windows emulation to Macs. • Existing Android GameHub uses GameFusion emulator, claiming full Windows game support.

Consumer Tech · February 17, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 180 words

The rise of the Triforce in arcade gaming

• During the rapid technological advancements of the early 1990s, the video game industry was on the cusp of a massive addition - another dimension . • With console shenanigans lik

Open Hardware · February 17, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 216 words
Alienware's fast 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is 23 percent off

Alienware's fast 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is 23 percent off

• Gadgets Gaming PC Gaming Alienware’s fast 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is 23 percent off Also, several Switch games are discounted (some to just $30), and Criterion’s collectio

Consumer Tech · February 17, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 255 words
NZXT unveils new H2 mini PC with 9800X3D, Intel 285K configurations - H2 Flow Mini-ITX case and C850 SFX power supply for builders

NZXT unveils new H2 mini PC with 9800X3D, Intel 285K configurations - H2 Flow Mini-ITX case and C850 SFX power supply for builders

• NZXT launches H2 Mini PC with AMD 9800X3D or Intel 285K, priced at $3,499 (US only). • Pre‑built includes 32 GB RAM, 2 TB M.2 SSD, RTX 5080, Kraken Elite 240 AIO, Windows 11 Home

Someone Just Made an Immutable Gentoo-Based Distro Tailored for Gaming

Someone Just Made an Immutable Gentoo-Based Distro Tailored for Gaming

• Someone Just Made an Immutable Gentoo-Based Distro Tailored for Gaming Sabayon Linuxwas a Gentoo-based distribution that existed from the mid-2000s until 2019. • It aimed to make

Linux & Open Source · February 17, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 186 words
Turtle Beach's rotating button Stealth Pivot wireless controller falls to just $99.99 - this hall effect gamepad hits its lowest ever price

Turtle Beach's rotating button Stealth Pivot wireless controller falls to just $99.99 - this hall effect gamepad hits its lowest ever price

• Price drops to $99.99, saving $40 from the original $139.99. • Launched 2025, it supports Windows PC and Xbox with low‑latency 2.4GHz wireless. • Rotating button modules let you

MSI's RTX 5060-equipped Cyborg 15 gaming laptop is down to just $899 on Walmart - Featuring an Intel Core 7 240H CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 144Hz display

MSI's RTX 5060-equipped Cyborg 15 gaming laptop is down to just $899 on Walmart - Featuring an Intel Core 7 240H CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 144Hz display

• MSI’s RTX 5060-equipped Cyborg 15 gaming laptop is down to just $899 on Walmart - Featuring an Intel Core 7 240H CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 144Hz display Smooth 1080p gaming on the b

AMD Sets the Standard for Gaming CPUs With Ryzen 7 9850X3D

• At CES 2026, AMD’s $499 Ryzen 7 9850X3D topped gaming benchmarks. • The post AMD Sets the Standard for Gaming CPUs With Ryzen 7 9850X3D appeared first on EE Times . • At CES 2026

The best gaming handhelds for 2026

The best gaming handhelds for 2026

• The best gaming handhelds for 2026 From portable PC powerhouses to mobile emulation machines. • In this story Handheld gaming systems aren’t niche anymore. • Today’s devices rang

Consumer Tech · February 16, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 197 words
Introducing Waypoint-1: Real-time interactive video diffusion from Overworld

Introducing Waypoint-1: Real-time interactive video diffusion from Overworld

• Waypoint‑1 is Overworld’s real‑time interactive video diffusion model, controllable via text, mouse, and keyboard. • Trained on 10,000 hours of diverse video‑game footage with co

Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk

• Electronic Arts reports stronger Q2 earnings, driven by robust EA Sports titles and new subscription model. • Consumer spending on video games rises 8% YoY, reflecting continued

A Look At AMD's 3D-Stacked V-Cache

A Look At AMD's 3D-Stacked V-Cache

• AMD’s 3D-Stacked V-Cache adds extra L3 cache via vertical stacking. • Improves gaming and compute performance by reducing memory latency. • Uses HBM2e-like interposer to connect