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8BitDo Xbox accessories launch in Europe with EU rollout
Gaming

8BitDo Xbox accessories launch in Europe with EU rollout

European gamers will get officially licensed 8BitDo Xbox peripherals in local layouts, with prices starting at GBP £39.99.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2026
Game review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)

Switch 2 players can finally play the acclaimed JRPG, though the port runs at 30fps and with noticeably softer visuals than on PS5.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2026
TCL launches flagship OLED+ & Mini LED monitors in UK
Displays

TCL launches flagship OLED+ & Mini LED monitors in UK

The UK launch signals TCL's push into PC displays, with a 32-inch OLED+ model and two Mini LED gaming monitors for different users.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026
GXTrust launches two USB microphones for streamers
Gaming

GXTrust launches two USB microphones for streamers

Demand for plug-and-play creator audio is rising, with the three new models pitched at streamers, podcasters and gamers using home setups.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2026
Gigabyte unveils INFINITY range for 40th anniversary
Displays

Gigabyte unveils INFINITY range for 40th anniversary

Gamers and AI users get a wider choice of hardware as the new range spans motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, laptops and external systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026
Gigabyte marks 40 years with AI hardware launch at Computex
Edge Computing

Gigabyte marks 40 years with AI hardware launch at Computex

Local AI processing and gaming rigs took centre stage as Gigabyte unveiled new motherboards, graphics cards and laptops for Computex.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026
Gigabyte expands AI and gaming PC hardware line-up
Semiconductors

Gigabyte expands AI and gaming PC hardware line-up

Gigabyte has expanded its PC hardware line-up with new AI systems, gaming components and design-focused builds under its Enter Infinity.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
Sony sets August launch for wireless fight stick & monitor
Gaming

Sony sets August launch for wireless fight stick & monitor

Gamers will get a premium new PS5 desk setup in August, as Sony rolls out its first wireless fight stick and a 27-inch monitor.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2026
Nvidia expands local AI agents across RTX & DGX PCs
Edge Computing

Nvidia expands local AI agents across RTX & DGX PCs

Privacy-focused local AI agents are moving on-device, as Nvidia and Microsoft add security controls and wider app support to Windows PCs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
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 • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
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 • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
Asus TUF Gaming 16 adds RTX 5070 & quieter cooling
PC Hardware

Asus TUF Gaming 16 adds RTX 5070 & quieter cooling

Gamers could get quieter sessions and easier upgrades, with the 16-inch model packing Nvidia's RTX 5070 and user-accessible memory slots.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
Asus launches ProArt creator PCs with NVIDIA RTX Spark
Data centers

Asus launches ProArt creator PCs with NVIDIA RTX Spark

Creative professionals could run large AI and rendering workloads locally as ASUS adds laptops and a mini PC built on NVIDIA RTX Spark.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026
Asus launches anniversary ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle
Microsoft Windows

Asus launches anniversary ROG Xbox Ally X20 bundle

A 20th-anniversary edition aims to tempt handheld gamers with an OLED screen, Xbox branding and AR glasses in the box.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Jun 2026

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Consistent launches gaming power supplies in India
Partner Programmes

Consistent launches gaming power supplies in India

Rising demand for gaming and creator PCs in India is boosting the need for stable, efficient power supplies across all price points.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026
Rapoo launches CF Series laptop cooling pads in India
Hybrid & Remote Work

Rapoo launches CF Series laptop cooling pads in India

India's growing laptop accessory market gets three cooling pads priced from INR 2,999, aimed at easing heat and posture strain for users.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2026
Rapoo wins innovative keyboards & mice award in India
Hybrid & Remote Work

Rapoo wins innovative keyboards & mice award in India

The honour highlights growing competition in India's peripherals market as buyers seek better support for work, gaming and multi-device use.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026