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Explainer: AI's future is being split between device and cloud
Data Protection

Explainer: AI's future is being split between device and cloud

Rising AI usage is pushing firms to split tasks between devices and cloud services, cutting latency and easing privacy and cost pressures.

By Sean Mitchell • 9 min read • Last month
Nvidia unveils RTX Spark PCs and expands RTX software
Gaming

Nvidia unveils RTX Spark PCs and expands RTX software

More than 1,000 games and apps now support Nvidia's RTX features, as the chipmaker also readies a new compact PC design for AI tasks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Microsoft, Nvidia launch RTX Spark Windows AI PC lineup
Semiconductors

Microsoft, Nvidia launch RTX Spark Windows AI PC lineup

Windows PCs with up to 128GB of unified memory could let developers and creators run larger AI models locally, Microsoft said.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
AMD extends AM5 support & launches new Ryzen chips
PC Hardware

AMD extends AM5 support & launches new Ryzen chips

Longer upgrade paths and lower-cost gaming options are on offer, as AMD commits AM5 support through 2029 and adds two Ryzen 7 chips.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Game review: Forza Horizon 6 (Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox ROG Ally X)
Gaming

Game review: Forza Horizon 6 (Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox ROG Ally X)

Japan's roads, cityscapes and mountain passes make the latest Forza Horizon a more varied, portable and polished racer on Xbox and PC.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Wed, 20th May 2026
Game review: Pragmata (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Pragmata (PC)

Real-time hacking and path-traced visuals help Capcom's lunar shooter stand out, even as its missions grow repetitive.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 11th May 2026
Game review: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PC)

PC owners get ultrawide support, unlocked framerates and ray tracing in a sequel that remains a strange, divisive package.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2026
Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 17e tested and assessed
Gaming

Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 17e tested and assessed

Its 60Hz screen and single rear camera mark clear compromises, but the handset still delivers strong performance and all-day battery life.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Game review: Resident Evil Requiem (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Resident Evil Requiem (PC)

Resident Evil Requiem expertly fuses classic survival horror with modern action flourishes, delivering a gripping, gore-soaked return to form.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2026
Hetzner unveils GEX131 Blackwell GPU server for AI
Virtualisation

Hetzner unveils GEX131 Blackwell GPU server for AI

Hetzner has launched its GEX131 GPU server with Nvidia's RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell and Intel Xeon Gold, aimed at AI and 3D workloads.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026
Game review: Persona 3 Reload (Nintendo Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Persona 3 Reload (Nintendo Switch 2)

Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2 offers a full remake with enhanced visuals and new features but suffers from performance issues compared to PS5 and Xbox versions.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025
Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 & macOS Tahoe
Generative AI

Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 & macOS Tahoe

Apple launches the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 chip and macOS Tahoe, boosting AI, graphics, and battery life for professionals and creatives.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Apple unveils M5 chip with major AI & graphics enhancements
Power / Energy

Apple unveils M5 chip with major AI & graphics enhancements

Apple has launched the M5 chip, boosting AI and graphics power with a 10-core GPU and 45% faster graphics than the M4 for new MacBook Pro and iPad Pro models.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Apple unveils iPad Pro with M5 chip, OLED display & Wi-Fi 7
Storage

Apple unveils iPad Pro with M5 chip, OLED display & Wi-Fi 7

Apple unveils new iPad Pro with M5 chip, OLED display, Wi-Fi 7, and iPadOS 26, boosting AI, graphics, and wireless connectivity for enhanced performance.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025
Game review: Ghost of Yotei (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Ghost of Yotei (PS5)

Ghost of Yotei for PS5 offers a stunning revenge tale with deep combat, vast exploration, and a fresh story, earning a perfect 10/10 from PlayStation fans.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Lenovo debuts new ThinkStation workstations & remote solutions
Data Science

Lenovo debuts new ThinkStation workstations & remote solutions

Lenovo launches new ThinkStation workstations and remote solutions with Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA tech, boosting performance for professionals worldwide.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Apple unveils macOS Tahoe 26 with new design & AI features
Gaming

Apple unveils macOS Tahoe 26 with new design & AI features

Apple launches macOS Tahoe 26, featuring a sleek new design, enhanced Continuity, smarter Spotlight, and expanded AI tools for a seamless Mac experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

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Apple upgrades Vision Pro with M5 chip, new band & visionOS 26
Gaming

Apple upgrades Vision Pro with M5 chip, new band & visionOS 26

Apple launches an upgraded Vision Pro with M5 chip, new Dual Knit Band and visionOS 26, enhancing power, comfort and immersive spatial experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025