Here's a Marvel Xbox controller you can actually buy — and it's not from Microsoft You can't buy the Deadpool butt controller, but you CAN buy this Iron Man controller from GameSir. Windows Central · Aug 9, 2024
Microsoft Clipchamp will soon improve images and audio with AI Microsoft is rolling out noise suppression and image background removal to its video editor Clipchamp. The tools use AI to enhance images and audio and are free additions to anyone using a personal or work account. Windows Central · Aug 9, 2024
A former Google engineer says the company has bigger fish to fry with OpenAI's "temporary prototype" search tool than its antitrust monopolist ruling and pending regulation Experts say Google's blind-sightedness to the rapid growth in AI could give OpenAI's SearchGPT the upper hand in search. Windows Central · Aug 9, 2024
Rock on with Monster Hunter Wilds' Hunting Horn gameplay trailer Capcom has released Monster Hunter Wilds' fifth weapon overview trailer and this one spotlights the Hunting Horn, a musical instrument that can support allies and damage monsters through music. Windows Central · Aug 9, 2024
OpenAI's GPT-4o model emulates the user’s voice in a noisy background because it gets confused, but the issue has been mitigated at a "system level" OpenAI recently highlighted safety challenges facing its Advanced Voice Mode and the measures it's taking to mitigate the issues. Windows Central · Aug 9, 2024
DOOM Eternal is finally getting official mod support — here's how to access it DOOM Eternal is getting official mod support, with developer id Software releasing a toolkit for players to create and publish their own mods. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
Destiny 2 dev Bungie promises fans the series has a future after layoffs, 'Payback' cancellation report: "Rest assured we remain committed to Destiny" Following 220 layoffs last week, Destiny 2 developer Bungie has reaffirmed its commitment to the live service looter shooter in a new statement. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
Latest Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 trailer and intel barrage haunts us with the first official look at Zombies gameplay Just 2 days after dropping a cinematic trailer introducing the cast of Black Ops 6's Zombies mode, Treyarch Studios has released official gameplay footage. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
The generative AI bubble might burst, sending the tech to an early deathbed before its prime: “Don’t believe the hype” Recent developments in the tech industry show the AI bubble is about to burst. With OpenAI on the brink of bankruptcy and NVIDIA's sinking value, the end is nigh. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
The first two DOOM games are getting an enhanced bundle complete with new levels DOOM and DOOM II are combined in a new bundle, with new single-player levels designed by id Software, Nightdive Studios, and MachineGames. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
Bought a pre-built Intel 13th/14th Gen gaming PC? Here are the warranty extensions different PC builders say they're offering A mixed bag, but not too mixed. Most PC makers are matching Intel's 2-year extension. PC Gamer · Aug 8, 2024
This clearance deal nets you a SpongeBob Xbox game, figurine, and other collectibles for an extremely low price The Xbox version of SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated Shiny Edition is currently 80% off. You can get this game and sweet collectibles for just $29.99 during a clearance sale. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
The first motherboard BIOS updates arrive to help clean up Intel's CPU mess Have a 13th or 14th Gen Intel desktop CPU? It might be in danger of degrading due to a microcode issue, but you can take preventative action if you have an ASUS or MSI motherboard. Here's what you need to know. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
Intel faces lawsuit and accusations of inflating its stock price by sharing 'materially false or misleading statements' Intel now faces a lawsuit from its shareholders that claims the company shared false or misleading information about its manufacturing capacity. Intel announced 15,000 layoffs earlier this month and reported a net loss of $1.61 billion in the most recent quarter. Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024
Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024 New The First Descendant update makes playing the game less of a headache and teases a new Descendant The First Descendant 1.07 is now rolling out to all players with the list of quality-of-life improvements we expected, plus some tweaks to Weekly Challenges.
Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024 AMD's "new mid-range champion" Ryzen 7 9700X and its Ryzen 5 9600X sibling are now available to buy AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X are the first two Zen 5 desktop chips to launch, with Ryzen 9 versions expected to launch in a week's time. Here's what you need to know about the chips, including our review highlights, pricing, and availability.
Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024 Dell will reportedly lay off 12,500 employees this week, bringing the total to 24,500 in 15 months In a move to get "leaner," Dell will lay off thousands of employees this week. While the tech giant has not confirmed figures, estimates state 12,5000 jobs will be lost.
Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024 Intel's short-sightedness to OpenAI's potential and the sprouting AI trend had sold its wildest dreams to NVIDIA OpenAI reportedly offered Intel a 15% stake for $1 billion and asked the chip maker to develop AI chips for its advances at cost. Intel turned down the offer because it did not believe in the technology's growth.
Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024 My favorite weapon in Monster Hunter Wilds is getting some massive upgrades The fourth trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds' ongoing weapon overview series has arrived. This time it's all about the Gunlance and it has a lot of new fiery tools to hunt monsters with.
Windows Central · Aug 8, 2024 Microsoft almost ditched Windows' spaghetti architecture for a cloud-based OS but mysteriously sent it to an early grave In 2008, Microsoft started developing a new operating system codenamed 'Midori' that could potentially replace Windows but abandoned it in 2015. The company promised to integrate elements of the project across its tech stack.
Creative Bloq · Aug 8, 2024 MSI Prestige 16 AI review: a productivity laptop that performs for creatives This new MSI laptop is powered by AI CPU technology from Intel and a reliable GPU from Nvidia.
Windows Central · Aug 7, 2024 Steam users spot leaked new 'helpfulness system' that filters out useless PC game reviews — is Valve finally addressing the problem? A "new helpfulness system" accidentally pushed live by Valve suggests the company is planning to crack down on unhelpful and low-effort PC game reviews on Steam.
Windows Central · Aug 7, 2024 Microsoft is reportedly using deception as fair game to get Windows 11 users to switch to Bing Reports indicate Microsoft is using the Bing Wallpaper app to get Windows 11 users to switch to Bing as the "recommended browser settings" for fast and secure search results.
Windows Central · Aug 7, 2024 One of 2024's best rated games teases a huge free update for 2025, and you can buy-in for under $9 right now Smash indie hit Balatro is getting a big update in 2025, announced alongside the news that its sold 2 million copies.
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 7, 2024 Dell reportedly cuts over 12,000 jobs as it seeks to 'streamline' its structure and boost profitability An internal Dell memo says the company is "getting leaner" and "streamlining layers of management," reportedly planning to lay off 10% of its workforce or around 12,500 jobs.