Today, Sony released its Q2 2024 financial report, revealing that the PlayStation 5 had reached 65.5 million units and the quarter had performed well enough to warrant an upgrade to the full-year forecast for the gaming segment. Following the report, the usual investors call saw PlayStation Co-CEO Hiroki Totoki talking about a couple of hot topics. Speaking of the failure of Concord, which led to wasting over $200 million spent on the project and to the closure of the developer Firewalk Studios last week, he said (excerpt via GamesRadar): Currently, we are still in the process of learning. Basically, with […]
The holiday season is one of the best times to make a gaming laptop purchase, but as you can already tell, Amazon and other online retailers continue to list RTX 4080 models for insanely high prices. Fortunately, opting for a renewed version is an excellent way to save money while also getting a 90-day warranty, and with the Acer Predator Helios 16, you get to keep hundreds of your hard-earned cash because this absolute beast of a machine is available for just $1,799. Aside from a few marks and cosmetic imperfections, this version of the Predator Helios 16 is no […]
OpenAI's continuous work on exploring AI and the technological possibilities it holds has been creating quite the buzz for a while now, with users and the tech community hooked on their new model release and the advancements it has in store. While the company is vigorously working on the development of AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), many key employees of previously prominent companies have joined OpenAI to play their part in bringing AGI forward. Now, the company's CEO Sam Altman, hinted on the AGI benchmark to be hit in the next five years, and also mentioned about the impact on society […]
ASUS has finally issued a statement on the recent fire ignited by large amounts of RMA issues that affect North American customers. ASUS Promises To Refine Its RMA Processes In US & Canada: Revising Repair Pricing Structure, No Quotations For Cosmetic Repairs, Improved Clarity In Emailing System ASUS's RMA policies came to light after a recent video by Gamers Nexus which highlighted that the company offered no resolution for the damaged product when it was sent for repair and instead asked huge sums of money for mere cosmetic repairs which hardly addresses the original issue. Affected products ranged from the […]
ASUS has unveiled its high-end ROG STRIX XG27UCS gaming monitor, featuring a 4K panel and up to 160 Hz refresh rate for gamers. The ASUS ROG STRIX XG27UCS 4K Gaming Monitor Packs Several Native Technologies That Ensure The Best Gaming Experience The ASUS ROG STRIX XG27UCS gaming monitor is yet another release by the firm that targets the higher-end segment of the gaming market. 27-inch 3840 x 2160 4K HDR gaming monitor with ultrafast 160Hz refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay ASUS Fast IPS technology enables a 1ms response time (GTG) for sharp gaming visuals with high […]
ASUS's recently teased ROG Ally X handheld is expected to debut at $799 US with upgraded storage and memory capabilities. ASUS's ROG Ally X Handheld Still Packs The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU But Comes With Upgrade Memory, Storage & Design Specs That Cost A Bit Extra When the newer ASUS ROG Ally X handheld was teased a few days ago, ASUS decided against providing a proper rundown on specifications just for the element of surprise. While we weren't expecting a "mere" refresh of the original ROG Ally, it was certainly interesting to see the device surface. Now, the leaker […]
ASUS has come under a huge fire due to its RMA policies which ask for outrageous costs to repair minor issues & sometimes, you won't even have your original case solved but the company points out several other issues with your purchased products that weren't there to begin with. ASUS RMA Department Seems To Be Lacking Heavily, Gives Customer A Huge Bill For Simply Nothing, Pay Over $3700 US In Repairs For A $2800 GeForce RTX 4090 AIBs are in trouble nowadays, especially regarding customer warranty services. Previously, we disclosed an incident between a customer with an RMA request and […]
ASUS has introduced its brand new ROG Ally X gaming handheld which is an upgrade to the original model using the same AMD Ryzen Z1 APUs. ASUS ROG Ally X Handheld Is The Upgrade That You've Been Asking For, Everything is Better But At A Higher Price Last year, we got to see the ASUS ROG Ally which was the first handheld to make use of AMD's new Ryzen Z1 APUs based on the Zen 4 core architecture. Now a year later, ASUS is upgrading things for its handheld users and offering a beefed-up model in the form of the […]
ASUS has started rolling out the latest AMD AGESA 1.1.8.0 BIOS firmware for its high-end X670E series of motherboards. ASUS AGESA 1.1.8.0 BIOS Firmware Brings Improved AMD Ryzen 9000 "Zen 5" Desktop CPU Support To X670E Motherboards ASUS had previously rolled out the AMD AGESA 1.1.7.0 BETA BIOS for its AM5 motherboards which included all X670E, X670, B650E, B650, and A620 products. Now, ASUS has started rolling out latest AGESA 1.1.8.0 firmware for its higher-end X670E motherboards in the ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix & ProArt series. Now it's uncertain if anything has changed significantly in the new BIOS update but […]
ASUS is reportedly readying a total of 14 next-gen ROG, TUF & ProArt laptops equipped with AMD's next-gen Ryzen "Strix Point" APUs based on Zen 5. ASUS's Next-Gen Laptop Lineup With AMD Ryzen "Strix Point" APUs Leaks Out, Equipped With NVIDIA RTX 40 GPUs ASUS is preparing an extensive lineup of laptops that will be utilizing AMD's next-gen Ryzen "Strix Point" APUs. The models are reported to have been leaked within the product page of the 240 and 180W ROG Compact Plug adapter which lists down the new variants. According to ITHome, the "W" models represent the next-gen variants featuring […]
ASUS is expected to be the next major player to enter the AI PC laptop segment utilizing Qualcomm's Snapdragon X CPUs. ASUS To Adopt Qualcomm's Snapdragon X CPUs In Its Latest AI PC Laptops, Debut Expected On 20th May The teaser showcases an ASUS Vivobook laptop with the model name "S5507" listed in the PR image. It is stated that the launch event will feature a collaboration between ASUS, Microsoft & Qualcomm. Press Release: ASUS today announced its Next Level. AI Incredible. virtual launch event will take place on May 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. PST (May 20, 2024, at 08:00 […]
ASUS's ROG Ally handheld gets AMD's Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) technology, enabling superior performance with the Ryzen Z1 APUs. ASUS's ROG Ally Handheld Combined With AMD's Fluid Motion Frames Technology Is Indeed A Sight, Boosted Gaming FPS Since handheld devices don't feature native drivers like those on desktops from AMD and NVIDIA, the platform does see delayed support for new features like AMD Fluid Motion Frames. However, it seems like ASUS has decided to enhance the experience on the ROG Ally handheld which has now received Fluid Motion Frames through a new driver update, providing handheld gamers with a very […]
In a surprising move, Meta has announced the opening of the operating system behind its Quest mixed-reality headset. This means third-party hardware makers will be able to create their own mixed reality headsets; in fact, ASUS has already announced it is developing a high-performance gaming headset. S.Y. Hsu, Co-CEO of ASUS, said in a statement: We’ve been inspired by the incredible gaming community that has formed around virtual and mixed reality, and we know that the most passionate gamers want high-performance hardware. With Meta Horizon OS, ASUS and Republic of Gamers will build the gaming headset of the next generation. […]
ASUS has published the full list of its AM5 (600-series) motherboards which support the next-gen AMD Ryzen "Zen 5" Desktop CPUs. ASUS's Entire AM5 Motherboard Lineup Is Ready For AMD's Next-Gen Ryzen "Zen 5" Desktop CPUs, BIOS Update Required The official announcement from ASUS was more or less expected to be coming soon as they had their BIOS pages for several AM5 (600-series) motherboards already listing support for the next-gen AMD Ryzen "Zen 5" Desktop CPU family. The latest BIOS is based on the AMD AGESA 1.1.7.0 firmware which adds "Granite Ridge" CPU support (codename for the next AM5 desktop […]
ASUS has finally issued a statement on the recent fire ignited by large amounts of RMA issues that affect North American customers. ASUS Promises To Refine Its RMA Processes In US & Canada: Revising Repair Pricing Structure, No Quotations For Cosmetic Repairs, Improved Clarity In Emailing System ASUS's RMA policies came to light after a recent video by Gamers Nexus which highlighted that the company offered no resolution for the damaged product when it was sent for repair and instead asked huge sums of money for mere cosmetic repairs which hardly addresses the original issue. Affected products ranged from the […]
ASUS has unveiled its high-end ROG STRIX XG27UCS gaming monitor, featuring a 4K panel and up to 160 Hz refresh rate for gamers. The ASUS ROG STRIX XG27UCS 4K Gaming Monitor Packs Several Native Technologies That Ensure The Best Gaming Experience The ASUS ROG STRIX XG27UCS gaming monitor is yet another release by the firm that targets the higher-end segment of the gaming market. 27-inch 3840 x 2160 4K HDR gaming monitor with ultrafast 160Hz refresh rate designed for professional gamers and immersive gameplay ASUS Fast IPS technology enables a 1ms response time (GTG) for sharp gaming visuals with high […]
ASUS's recently teased ROG Ally X handheld is expected to debut at $799 US with upgraded storage and memory capabilities. ASUS's ROG Ally X Handheld Still Packs The AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU But Comes With Upgrade Memory, Storage & Design Specs That Cost A Bit Extra When the newer ASUS ROG Ally X handheld was teased a few days ago, ASUS decided against providing a proper rundown on specifications just for the element of surprise. While we weren't expecting a "mere" refresh of the original ROG Ally, it was certainly interesting to see the device surface. Now, the leaker […]
ASUS has come under a huge fire due to its RMA policies which ask for outrageous costs to repair minor issues & sometimes, you won't even have your original case solved but the company points out several other issues with your purchased products that weren't there to begin with. ASUS RMA Department Seems To Be Lacking Heavily, Gives Customer A Huge Bill For Simply Nothing, Pay Over $3700 US In Repairs For A $2800 GeForce RTX 4090 AIBs are in trouble nowadays, especially regarding customer warranty services. Previously, we disclosed an incident between a customer with an RMA request and […]
ASUS has introduced its brand new ROG Ally X gaming handheld which is an upgrade to the original model using the same AMD Ryzen Z1 APUs. ASUS ROG Ally X Handheld Is The Upgrade That You've Been Asking For, Everything is Better But At A Higher Price Last year, we got to see the ASUS ROG Ally which was the first handheld to make use of AMD's new Ryzen Z1 APUs based on the Zen 4 core architecture. Now a year later, ASUS is upgrading things for its handheld users and offering a beefed-up model in the form of the […]
ASUS has started rolling out the latest AMD AGESA 1.1.8.0 BIOS firmware for its high-end X670E series of motherboards. ASUS AGESA 1.1.8.0 BIOS Firmware Brings Improved AMD Ryzen 9000 "Zen 5" Desktop CPU Support To X670E Motherboards ASUS had previously rolled out the AMD AGESA 1.1.7.0 BETA BIOS for its AM5 motherboards which included all X670E, X670, B650E, B650, and A620 products. Now, ASUS has started rolling out latest AGESA 1.1.8.0 firmware for its higher-end X670E motherboards in the ROG Crosshair, ROG Strix & ProArt series. Now it's uncertain if anything has changed significantly in the new BIOS update but […]
ASUS is reportedly readying a total of 14 next-gen ROG, TUF & ProArt laptops equipped with AMD's next-gen Ryzen "Strix Point" APUs based on Zen 5. ASUS's Next-Gen Laptop Lineup With AMD Ryzen "Strix Point" APUs Leaks Out, Equipped With NVIDIA RTX 40 GPUs ASUS is preparing an extensive lineup of laptops that will be utilizing AMD's next-gen Ryzen "Strix Point" APUs. The models are reported to have been leaked within the product page of the 240 and 180W ROG Compact Plug adapter which lists down the new variants. According to ITHome, the "W" models represent the next-gen variants featuring […]
ASUS is expected to be the next major player to enter the AI PC laptop segment utilizing Qualcomm's Snapdragon X CPUs. ASUS To Adopt Qualcomm's Snapdragon X CPUs In Its Latest AI PC Laptops, Debut Expected On 20th May The teaser showcases an ASUS Vivobook laptop with the model name "S5507" listed in the PR image. It is stated that the launch event will feature a collaboration between ASUS, Microsoft & Qualcomm. Press Release: ASUS today announced its Next Level. AI Incredible. virtual launch event will take place on May 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. PST (May 20, 2024, at 08:00 […]
ASUS's ROG Ally handheld gets AMD's Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) technology, enabling superior performance with the Ryzen Z1 APUs. ASUS's ROG Ally Handheld Combined With AMD's Fluid Motion Frames Technology Is Indeed A Sight, Boosted Gaming FPS Since handheld devices don't feature native drivers like those on desktops from AMD and NVIDIA, the platform does see delayed support for new features like AMD Fluid Motion Frames. However, it seems like ASUS has decided to enhance the experience on the ROG Ally handheld which has now received Fluid Motion Frames through a new driver update, providing handheld gamers with a very […]
In a surprising move, Meta has announced the opening of the operating system behind its Quest mixed-reality headset. This means third-party hardware makers will be able to create their own mixed reality headsets; in fact, ASUS has already announced it is developing a high-performance gaming headset. S.Y. Hsu, Co-CEO of ASUS, said in a statement: We’ve been inspired by the incredible gaming community that has formed around virtual and mixed reality, and we know that the most passionate gamers want high-performance hardware. With Meta Horizon OS, ASUS and Republic of Gamers will build the gaming headset of the next generation. […]
ASUS has published the full list of its AM5 (600-series) motherboards which support the next-gen AMD Ryzen "Zen 5" Desktop CPUs. ASUS's Entire AM5 Motherboard Lineup Is Ready For AMD's Next-Gen Ryzen "Zen 5" Desktop CPUs, BIOS Update Required The official announcement from ASUS was more or less expected to be coming soon as they had their BIOS pages for several AM5 (600-series) motherboards already listing support for the next-gen AMD Ryzen "Zen 5" Desktop CPU family. The latest BIOS is based on the AMD AGESA 1.1.7.0 firmware which adds "Granite Ridge" CPU support (codename for the next AM5 desktop […]