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Does the Xbox app for Arm signal a gaming renaissance? Not yet

Is it finally time to game on Windows on Arm? Microsoft thinks so…and the company is right! Well, barely. On Wednesday, Microsoft began rolling out the Xbox app to all Windows on Arm PCs. It’s a bit more significant than that; those PCs are now seeing games that are installable and playable locally, rather than just being accessible via the cloud. In fact, Microsoft says that 85 percent of all…
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Hitscan Hyperlight review: An ultra-light gaming mouse with 8K turbo

The Hitscan Hyperlight is a brand-new wireless gaming mouse from a newcomer manufacturer, and its name says it all: weighing just 39 grams, it’s one of the lightest mice on the market. Despite its flyweight, Hitscan promises outstanding performance thanks to the Pixart sensor and Omron optical switches, paired with high-quality workmanship. For enthusiasts, there is an optional wireless dongle…
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Asus denies discontinuing the RTX 5070 and RTX 5060 Ti

Asus has publicly walked back claims that it’s phasing out certain RTX 5000 graphics cards, giving renewed hope to enthusiasts seeking a 16GB model. It’s a little strange: just a day after Asus told Hardware Unboxed that it was phasing out the RTX 5070 Ti and the RTX…
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Dolby Vision 2: A big HDR boost for cheap TVs

When Dolby Labs announced Dolby Vision 2 in September 2025, I didn’t really get it. The original Dolby Vision was easy to understand: If your TV and streaming content supported it, you’d get a brighter picture with more color detail, particularly in shadows and…
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When to choose 2.0 over 2.1 speakers — sometimes less is more

When it comes to selecting a speaker system for your PC audio setup, you’ll often come across the options of 2.0 and 2.1 speaker configurations. Here I discuss the differences and help you decide which setup is best suited for your specific audio requirements. Be sure to also check out our list of the best budget computer speakers for under $100. A 2.0 speaker system consists of two main…
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Acer Swift Edge 14 AI review: A proper mobility champ

Acer has renewed its Swift line with a new compact model in the Swift Edge 14 AI, which not only boasts the thinness the Swift line has been known for but also an exceptionally low weight at just 2.18 pounds. Meanwhile, it packs in hardware that’s up to snuff for most…
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Windows 11 26H1 preview build gets missing features from 25H2

Microsoft began testing Windows 11 version 26H1 for the first time with Insider Preview Build 28000. The version is only available in the Canary channel of the Windows Insider Program. Starting with this build, Windows officially displays “Windows 11, version 26H1” for the first time under Settings > System > About and via winver. Microsoft made it clear that this is not a feature update…
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