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HyperX made a Hit Box-style leverless fight stick with native Xbox compatibility and TMR sensors — it's (obviously) drift-proof and customizable with 3D printers

The upcoming HyperX Clutch Tachi arcade controller features cutting-edge sensors and a detachable faceplate that can be replaced using 3D-printable blueprints.

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A hologram AI companion, a haptic gaming chair, “smart” headphones — Razer’s hardware at CES was a little different this year

I met with Razer at CES 2026 to get a sneak peek at all their hardware announcements, and there were a lot of surprises — from holograms to vibrating chairs.

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This is the world's first 52-inch ultrawide curved 6K monitor — just as epic as it sounds, and not the only new Dell display

Dell has put every other ultimate professional monitor in its rearview mirror with its new UltraSharp 52 with 6K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to Hisense Smart TVs in 2026 — for gamers who can't afford an Xbox console after the price hikes?

Microsoft has recently announced that it is partnering with Hisense to bring the Xbox app to select Hisense and V homeOS-powered Smart TVs in 2026, allowing players to stream Xbox titles directly from these devices via Xbox Cloud Gaming.

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More "fake frames" are headed to NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPUs — DLSS 4.5 also updates Super Resolution with stunning effect

At CES 2026, NVIDIA took the wraps off of its new DLSS 4.5 update, featuring a second-gen Transformer Super Resolution model and a new 6x Multi Frame Generation tool. Here's what you need to know.

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HP put a mini PC inside a keyboard, and I love it — a Windows-based approach to the Raspberry Pi 500 with self-repairable parts

HP just unveiled its EliteBoard G1a "Next Gen AI PC" at CES 2026, a Copilot+ PC cleverly disguised as a keyboard with upgradeable RAM and storage, and I'm obsessed.

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Did AMD just make the Ryzen 7 9800X3D obsolete? — A new CPU threatening its supremacy is on the way

AMD's CES 2026 is all about processors, with new desktop and mobile chips on the way. That includes a new Ryzen 7 9850X3D that is a lot like the existing 9800X3D.

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From beastly NVIDIA RTX 50-Series desktop to entry-level gaming laptop — here's what Alienware revealed at CES 2026

Take a look at Alienware's upcoming line of gaming hardware for 2026. This includes new flagship desktop configuration options, new flagship gaming laptops, and even a new entry-level gaming laptop.

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HP introduces a 4K NEO:LED monitor — a new display technology that brings IPS closer to OLED quality

During CES 2026, HP revealed its Series 7 Pro 4K Monitor refresh, which utilizes brand-new NEO:LED technology, Smart KVM, and Single Power On. Here are its key specs and features.

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HP's next-generation business laptop is so light, I thought I had been sent a dummy unit by accident

HP announced its next-gen EliteBook X 14 (G2) at CES 2026, and I've already spent some time with an early Intel version. This laptop could be something special.

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ASUS and XREAL teamed up to create the world's first 240Hz AR glasses to take your gaming experience to the next level

ASUS and XREAL have announced the ROG XREAL R1 AR glasses, which aims to be the best wearable display for gaming across all your devices with 240Hz screens.

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Is RGB a thing of the past? — ASUS's new ROG G1000 gaming desktop is lit up with colorful holograms

The new ROG G1000 gaming desktop from ASUS boasts some impressive performance specs, but the main attraction is its new AniMe Holo panels that put regular RGB lighting on the back burner.

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HP does something utterly unique with its new laptops by letting you choose between Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm processors

HP revealed its new EliteBook X 14 family of laptops at CES 2026, and HP lets you choose from a wide range of options — including your choice of silicon.

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HyperX just dropped a jaw-dropping 34-inch 360Hz curved QD-OLED monitor — and we're blown away by its incredible tech

At CES 2026, HP and HyperX revealed four new OMEN gaming monitors, with three using OLED technology. The most exciting of the bunch, though, is the ultrawide.

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Dell’s great undoing: XPS returns in 2026 after a year of missteps — and the all-new XPS 14 and XPS 16 might be the company’s smartest move yet

After admitting it “underperformed” and “didn’t listen,” Dell reintroduces XPS with thinner hardware, smarter power management, and a broader portfolio.

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Value and casual PC gamers, Acer has revealed new gaming laptops designed specifically for you — great specs and a slim option, too

Acer says its Nitro V Series gaming laptops are designed for casual and value-conscious gamers. Here's everything you need to know about them.

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The world’s best-sounding Xbox headset just got a redesign with some major upgrades — and it’s already available

At CES 2026, Audeze announced (and released) the next-generation Maxwell wireless gaming headset, and I've been able to spend a little bit of time with it.

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HP announces world's first NEO:LED All-In-One — it's obviously gorgeous looking, but here's why we love it

HP OmniStudio X 27 is the first All-In-One desktop PC to utilize the new NEO:LED display technology. This screen type, powerful processors, and helpful features make this the perfect device for creative workflows.

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HP didn’t just announce a laptop — it refreshed the entire OmniBook lineup with new designs, OLED options, and next‑gen chips

At CES 2026, HP announced a complete refresh of its OmniBook consumer laptops with all-new Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm options — but one stands apart.

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Goodbye, WD_BLACK: SanDisk's NVMe SSDs have been rebranded — and the company revealed a powerful handheld gaming SSD

During CES 2026, SanDisk revealed that it is rebranding its WD_BLACK and WD Blue NVMe SSDs. Here are all of the storage devices that are getting name changes.

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Microsoft is slowly turning Edge into another Copilot app — tests redesigned UI that takes inspiration from Copilot

The latest Edge preview builds now feature an updated UI that borrows the design language that first debuted in Microsoft's Copilot app.

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ASUS confirms price increases starting January 5th as component costs surge yet again, pushing PC hardware even further out of reach

Price increases are coming to select ASUS products in January 2026, as the company responds to volatile memory and storage costs tied to wider industry pressures.

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Here's what happens when you reach Prestige Master in Black Ops 7 — all the rewards, new challenges, and unlocks

Reaching Prestige Master in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is but a step on the overall grind, but it does open up some new rewards and challenges. Here's what you get.

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2025 promised a handheld revolution — and while some devices delivered, others exposed the cracks in the booming market

Handheld gaming is my new daily driver, but the industry is at a crossroads. To survive 2026, PC handhelds need to stop acting like PCs and start acting like consoles.

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Game prices rose higher in 2025, but is AAA losing out to budget titles? I tried "voting with my wallet" — and I don't regret it

Is the $80 game a dead end? While 2025 saw big publishers hiking prices, I and many other gamers moved in the other direction.

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