Corsair is updating the HX1200i and HX1500i power supplies for 2025. HXi Series power supplies now contain two 12V-2×6 GPU power cables with a unique dual-colour connector that gives visual cues of a secure connection. 

The new Corsair HXi power supplies are ATX 3.1 certified and PCIe 5.1 compatible. They are also Modern Standby compliant, allowing for rapid wake-from-sleep timings. The LLC architecture with DC-to-DC conversion generates clean and steady power, and the 10-year warranty ensures that these PSUs will withstand many upgrade cycles, providing dependable power to even the most ambitious systems for years to come. Moreover, the new PSUs are Cybenetics Platinum-certified for up to 91% efficiency.

The new HXi Series provides complete digital control via Corsair iCUE software. A handy desktop interface allows users to easily build up unique fan curves, check power settings, and switch between single- and multi-rail overcurrent protection.

These power supplies use high-quality components, including 100% Japanese electrolytic capacitors and a 140mm fluid dynamic bearing fan for quiet operation.

HXi Series power supplies are designed to support high-end setups with powerful CPUs and GPUs. The package includes a 12V-2×6 cable compatible with modern AMD and Nvidia GPUs, and twin 12VEPS cables for powering high-end CPUs. The Corsair HX1200i and HX1500i power supplies are now available for £259.99/€314.90/$309.99 and £299.99/€359.90/$349.99, respectively.

KitGuru says: If you're looking for a high-wattage, premium power supply for a build, these could be right up your alley.

Fans of the Dune universe will have to wait a little longer to venture into Arrakis, as Funcom has announced a delay for the release of Dune: Awakening. The survival MMO, originally scheduled to launch in May, will now arrive in June, as revealed in a recent developer update. Players who have pre-ordered the deluxe or ultimate editions will still get a period of early access.

Funcom attributed this delay to feedback received from beta testers. While disappointing, the news isn't without a silver lining. A “large-scale weekend” playtest is planned for next month, offering a wider audience the chance to experience Dune: Awakening and provide their feedback.

Dune: Awakening was initially targeting an “early 2025” release, and while June might be pushing the boundaries of that definition, it still falls within the first half of the year. The game will first be released on PC, followed by a release on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Unfortunately, a specific console release date hasn't been shared yet.

KitGuru says: Are any of you looking forward to Dune: Awakening? Will you be taking part in the upcoming beta test? 

Following tumultuous economic activity in the US as a result of increased tariffs put in place by Donald Trump, Nintendo announced that they would be delaying pre-orders for the Switch 2 across a range of regions. Though they have yet to offer any updates, one insider has claimed that Canadians should be able to pre-order Switch 2 in a week’s time.

In the immediacy following the Nintendo Switch 2 showcase, the console manufacturer announced that the previously-stated pre-order date of the 9th of April would not go live in the US, claiming their need to “assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions.”

Since then, the console maker delayed pre-orders in a couple extra regions – specifically Canada and China. As reported by known industry insider Billbil-kun via BlueSky, this indefinite delay should cease soon, writing:

“UPCOMING RELEASE. From what I can see through some Canadian retailers, Nintendo Switch 2 console & bundle pre-orders should start from April 23rd, 2025 (valid in CA). Date subject to change. Can't confirm if it's the same for US.”

Of course, whether the pre-orders will ultimately go live at an increased price compared to the initial announcement, we will have to wait and see..

KitGuru says: What do you think of the whole Switch 2 pre-order situation? Would you have pre-ordered by now if not for the delays? Will Switch 2 get a price bump in these regions? Let us know your thoughts down below.

Ever since the launch of The Final Shape, Destiny 2 has been in a bit of a limbo, with fans making do with smaller episodic updates. That said, the first major expansion since June of last year is finally gearing up to be revealed – with a livestream for Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate slated for next month.

Making the announcement on BlueSky, the official Bungie page shared the following: “Join us on May 6, 2025 as we reveal The Edge of Fate and the upcoming year of Destiny 2.”

As mentioned, The Final Shape marked the last expansion designed under D2’s old release schedule, with the past year seeing smaller episodic updates added instead.

That said, The Edge of Fate represents the first of two planned expansions previously announced to be released within a 1 year time span. Though they are said to be smaller than prior expansions, Bungie hopes to offer a greater deal of variety with increased experimentation.

The Edge of Fate will be the first new proper update in this refreshed era of post-The-Final-Shape Destiny 2, and so it will be interesting to see what Bungie has been cooking.

Hopefully their split focus on both D2 and Marathon does not impact its quality/quantity.

KitGuru says: Are you looking forward to The Edge of Fate? What do you think of Destiny’s post-Final Shape health? What would you like to see added/changed/removed/improved with this upcoming expansion? Let us know down below.

Almost a decade on from the last mainline entry in the beloved Metal Gear Solid series, the franchise is finally set to return with the release of the Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remake. In alignment with the return of Snake, Konami has announced a surprise MGS orchestral concert coming to the UK later this year.

Developed in collaboration with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra in London, the Metal Gear in Concert show is set to go live on the 1st of November 2025. Offering a limited number of showings, the show is said to be “conducted by Nicholas Buc,” with “special guest appearances from singer/voice actor Donna Burke and singer/actress Stefanie Joosten (Quiet in METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN).”

While the full setlist has yet to be announced, a number of fan-favourite tracks from the series history has been confirmed for the concert, including the likes of Encounter; Father and Son; The Best is Yet to Come; Snake Eater and Heavens Divide.

Priority booking for ‘friends and patrons’ will go live on the 16th of April at 10am UK time – with general tickets being made available a day later on the 17th of April at 10am.

As mentioned, after almost a decade on since Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, it feels good to once again finally have Konami treat the franchise with the case and prestige that it deserves.

KitGuru says: What do you think of video game concerts? Have you been to one before? What game/series was it for? Let us know down below.

Back in 2018, Sea of Thieves launched on both Xbox and PC, going on to become one of Xbox’s biggest new IPs with over 40 million total players. Since then, the game has landed on PS5 to great success. Interestingly, despite arriving on Steam all the way back in 2018, Microsoft has announced that Sea of Thieves is coming to Battle.net next month.

Making the curious announcement on BlueSky, the official Sea of Thieves page wrote the following: “Prepare to welcome a new horde of would-be Legends: Sea of Thieves is coming to Battle.net on May 22nd! Including Cobalt Kestrel weapons for those who pre-purchase on the platform, a Premium Edition featuring Blizzard-honouring sails and more:”

Despite being well over half a decade old now, Microsoft is still releasing multiple different versions of the game, with the likes of the Premium Edition including almost a week of ‘early’ access alongside other bonuses.

Whether this game will tie into Microsoft’s Xbox Play Anywhere plans is yet to be revealed. That said, even so, Microsoft’s increased focus on Battle.net is interesting to see.

KitGuru says: What do you think of this announcement? Why is Microsoft bringing Sea of Thieves to Battle.net?  What do you think of ‘early access’ for years-old games? Let us know down below.

Skull & Bones was touted by Ubisoft as being a AAAA experience, marking the first game to have been released with such a moniker. Of course, we now know that this was far from the case, with sentiment surrounding the game being less-than-stellar following its launch last year. In a surprising move, Ubisoft looks set to support the game with quite a bit of new content, including the addition of land combat and much more.

Releasing a 12 minute long video labelled “Skull & Bones: Year 2 Showcase”, the team at Ubisoft offered a deep-dive into many of the changes and additions coming to the game over the course of the next year.

Said to be introducing new gameplay mechanics and content throughout 2025, Skull & Bones is getting a surprising amount of support.

Starting with the Ascent into Chaos update (available now), players can ‘ascend’ to improve their stats and modify gear through new World Tier challenges. Beyond this, S&B is getting a new Empire upgrade tree for added enhancements alongside a new PvP mode ‘Death Tides’ in Season 1 of Year 2.

Season 2 ‘Death of Wars’ is planned for Summer 2025 and will add a new megafort; deeper pirate roleplaying opportunities and large playable ships.

Season 3, Guts and Glory, meanwhile will bring new customisation to your crew alongside the aforementioned land-based combat.

Finally, the last Seasonal update for year 2 is called Eye of the Beast and will launch in Winter 2025 – bringing with it the Hunter’s Guild as well as a massive Kraken boss.

Considering the reception towards Skull & Bones back when it launched, it is pleasantly surprising to see Ubisoft actually try to improve the overall experience. It will be interesting to see what new/returning players think.

KitGuru says: What did you think of Skull & Bones back during launch? Are any of these Year 2 updates interesting to you? Can Skull & Bones ultimately become the best pirate game with enough updates? Let us know your thoughts down below.

Is there anything more subject to enthusiast scorn and ridicule than a perceived shortage of VRAM? Based on the reaction to last generation's GeForce RTX 4060 Ti launch, the safe answer is…

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Montech has announced the Century II series, a new line of ATX 3.1-compliant PSUs designed to meet the demands of high-performance PC systems. These PSUs prioritise efficiency, quiet operation, and compatibility with the latest graphics cards, making them a compelling option for gamers and PC enthusiasts.

The Century II series is fully compliant with the Intel ATX 3.1 standard and includes a native 12V-2×6 connector, making these PSUs suitable for use with Nvidia RTX 50 Series and AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series. The Century II PSU also offers robust peak wattage support, handling up to twice the PSU's total wattage and up to three times the GPU's wattage, providing headroom for unforeseeable power spikes.

Available in capacities up to 1250W, Montech's new PSUs have earned the 80Plus Gold and Cybenetics Platinum certifications, offering excellent power conversion at all load levels. To ensure quiet operation, these PSUs have a 135mm fluid dynamic bearing fan equipped with a fan control system that keeps the fan off during low to medium loads. The fan only activates when necessary, providing effective thermal management without unnecessary noise.

Built with all-Japanese electrolytic capacitors, the Century II series prioritises stability and longevity. The Century II series' fully modular design allows users to connect only the cables they need, improving airflow within the case, enhancing aesthetics, and simplifying installation. They also have a comprehensive suite of protection features, including OPP, OVP, UVP, SCP, OCP, and OTP, safeguarding your system from potential power-related issues.

Montech backs these PSUs with a 10-year warranty, providing users with long-term peace of mind. The Century II 850W, 1050W, and 1200W models are now available for $89.99, $109.99, and $129.99, respectively.

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KitGuru says: These new Montech Century II units might be worth considering if you need a PSU, given their specs and price.

The Last of Us TV series is back, with the first episode of season 2 airing over the weekend. The first season already had a ton of viewers and plenty of critical acclaim to go along with it. For the premier of season 2, it appears that records are being broken, with higher ratings than ever before. 

According to Deadline, The Last of Us season 2 has already surpassed the first season in viewers by as much as ten percent. 4.7 million people tuned into the first season's premier, and in just one day, the first episode of season 2 ballooned to 5.3 million viewers.

The Last of Us season 2 won't cover the full events of the second game. At this point, HBO is planning for at least one or two more seasons, after which the story will be considered ‘complete'.

Right now, there is limited source material available, as Naughty Dog has yet to even begin working on a third Last of Us game. With that in mind, we expect to see the series make some changes to certain events.

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KitGuru Says: Have you watched the new episode of The Last of Us already? What do you think of Season 2 so far? 

We are midway through April, which means it is time for another Xbox Game Pass drop. Over the next two weeks, 11 more games will join the Game Pass library, including massive hits like GTA V and Modern Warfare 2, in addition to indie hits like Dredge. 

Dredge gets the nod from me for highlight of the week. Dredge is a fantastic single-player fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. On your journey you'll sell your catch, upgrade your boat and dredge the depths for long-buried secrets scattered around a mysterious archipelago.  I've put quite a few hours into this one on my Steam Deck and highly recommend it for anyone looking for something chill to play.

Here is the full list of games coming to Game Pass along with platforms and release dates:

• Grand Theft Auto V (Cloud, Console and PC) – Available today
• Neon White (Console) – April 16th
• SpongeBob SquarePants: The Patrick Star Game (Cloud, Console and PC) – April 16th
• Crime Scene Cleaner (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X/S) – April 17th
• Tempopo (Cloud, Console and PC) – April 17th
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – April 24th
• Towerborne (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – April 29th
• Far Cry 4 (Cloud, Console and PC) – April 30th
• Anno 1800 (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – May 1st
• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (Cloud, Console, PC) – May 1st
• Dredge (Cloud, PC and Xbox Series X/S) – May 6th

At the end of this month, six titles will leave the Game Pass library including:

• Have a Nice Death (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Kona II Brume (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Sniper Elite 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• The Last Case of Benedict Fox (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Thirsty Suitors (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• The Rewinder (Cloud, Console, and PC)

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KitGuru Says: What do you think of the latest batch of Game Pass titles? Will you be downloading any of them? 

Among Us became widely popular in its original 2D form but the development team at InnerSloth is looking to change things up soon with the release of Among Us 3D. As the name suggests, this is the same social deduction game we all know and love, but in a 3D environment instead. 

Among Us 3D isn't an entirely new game. InnerSloth already had the game running in a 3D environment in Among Us VR. However, with the majority of gamers having no access to a VR headset, creating a new version of the game to run on ‘pancake displays' was imperative for improving reach and accessibility.

As Among Us 3D is based on Among Us VR, the two versions of the game do have crossplay. As you would expect though, the 3D version is not compatible with the original 2D version, so there will be no crossplay with those who own the original version of the game.

A demo for Among Us 3D dropped on Steam last month but now, thanks to the new release date trailer, we know exactly when we'll get to play the full experience. Among Us 3D will be available on PC starting from May 6th. No console version has been announced at this time.

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Respawn Entertainment has been quietly working on a Star Wars strategy game for a few years now in collaboration with Bit Reactor, a studio founded by former XCOM developers. Now, just days ahead of the game's unveiling at Star Wars Celebration, we have a proper title – Star Wars Zero Company. 

Star Wars Zero Company is a new tactics game developed by former XCOM developers at their new studio, Bit Reactor, with support provided by the masters of modern-day Star Wars games, Respawn Entertainment. Zero Company will be a single-player strategy game, offering players a complete campaign to work through, with players carefully mastering their squad's synergistic abilities level-by-level.

Like in XCOM, players will control small squads and carefully move from cover to cover across the map to gain an advantage on enemies. Interestingly, the art style is similar to The Clone Wars animated series and other modern animated Star Wars series like Rebels.

The game will be properly announced on April 19th on the ‘Galaxy Stage' at Star Wars Celebration on April 19th.

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KitGuru Says: As a fan of XCOM, I have high hopes for this. We'll get to know more about the game in just a few days, barring any further leaks prior to that. 

The Oblivion Remake is making headlines again today. In recent weeks, we've learned that the remake is due to be announced and launch later this month, giving Microsoft a Hi-Fi Rush style shadow drop moment. Now, the first screenshots of the remake have leaked, including a comparison image showing the differences between the remake and the 2006 original. 

An anonymous source going by the handle ‘tony19957' shared the images on Imgur after being posted by ‘Tambini' on Resetera. There are just four screenshots shared, giving us a look at the player character model battling with some goblins, as well as some beautiful interior and exterior environments.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion originally released in 2006 and it also happens to be my personal favourite of the series. Virtuos is in charge of developing this remake, with support provided by Bethesda's Dallas and Rockville studios.

While this is a remake, the game will be officially announced under the title ‘The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered', and it is expected to launch on the PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S next week.

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Today is RTX 5060 launch day and Acer is first in line with a new range of powerful Nitro gaming laptops and a new Nitro 20 Desktop PC. Sporting RTX 50 series graphics and AMD Ryzen AI processors, these new PCs will be available in Europe starting in July, with prices starting at €899.

Designed for mainstream gamers and creators, the new Nitro products are built around the latest AMD Ryzen AI processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. The line-up includes four new gaming laptops, under the Nitro AI branding, alongside the Nitro 20 desktop system. Acer is positioning the new hardware as capable of delivering solid gaming performance while supporting emerging AI workloads.

Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC requirements focus on NPU performance alone, setting a baseline of 40+ TOPS (trillions of operations a second) from the CPU’s dedicated AI engine (NPU) to ensure consistent, always-available AI functionality regardless of GPU presence. Once you factor in a GPU like the RTX 5070, the number of TOPS rises significantly.

Acer’s new Nitro AI laptops come in a choice of 16-inch or 18-inch screen sizes, with some slimmer models added to the line-up for users seeking greater portability. Across the range, Acer has incorporated AMD’s new Ryzen AI 300 Series processors alongside NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 50 Series laptop GPUs.

At the top of the range is the Nitro 18 AI (AN18-61), which features a large 18-inch display with options up to 2560×1600 (WQXGA) resolution with 165Hz refresh rate, and full DCI-P3 colour coverage. Cooling is managed by a dual-fan design, quad intake and exhaust system, and the use of liquid metal thermal grease to improve heat transfer from the processor.

Alongside the 18-inch model are three 16-inch variants. The Nitro 16 AI (AN16-61) and Nitro 16S AI (AN16S-61) both offer WQXGA resolution and a faster 180Hz refresh rate, with peak brightness rated at 400 nits. Acer has also introduced the Nitro V 16S AI (ANV16S-61), a more value-focused model.

While the Nitro 18 AI is designed for those seeking a larger gaming canvas, the slimmer Nitro 16S AI and Nitro V 16S AI models are less than 19.9mm thick and use a metal chassis for added durability. Across the range, users will find support for up to 32GB of DDR5 memory, dual PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots with capacity up to 2TB, and a range of connectivity options, including USB4, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 or higher.

Alongside the laptops, Acer has also introduced the Nitro 20 (N20-100) desktop PC. This system ships in a compact 15-litre case, with a choice of Ryzen AI 9 365 or Intel Core i5-13420H CPU, and an RTX 3050 or RTX 5060 graphics card. The system can also be configured with up to 32GB of DDR5 memory, along with a 1TB SSD and 1TB HDD combo for a total of 2TB of system storage. The front panel includes a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button for secure access without a password.

The Nitro 20 desktop is expected to launch in Europe starting in July, with prices starting at €899. The new Acer Nitro AI 18 laptop will be available in Europe starting in August, with prices starting at €1499. The Nitro AI 16 AI and Nitro 16S AI laptops are launching in July, with prices starting from €1399. Finally, the most affordable option, the Nitro V 16S AI will be available in Europe starting in August, with a base price of €1299. Acer has yet to confirm UK-specific pricing at the time of publishing.

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Today is a big day for Nvidia, with the RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti graphics cards being officially announced. Here, we break down everything we know about specs and pricing, ahead of reviews coming later in the week. 

The RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti graphics cards are the latest in Nvidia's Blackwell GPU line-up. With the Blackwell architecture at the centre, users will get the latest generation Tensor Cores and RT Cores, which are more performant than previous generations, bringing big boosts to AI and Float Point performance.

In terms of gaming, Nvidia has released its internal benchmark results for several games. In the case of Cyberpunk 2077, the RTX 5060 Ti is capable of 108FPS at 1440p with max settings, but that is the figure with DLSS Quality mode and 4x Frame Generation active. The RTX 4060 Ti with standard Frame Gen achieves 52FPS in the same test.

Hogwarts Legacy is another big game tested in Nvidia's benchmarks. According to Nvidia, the RTX 4060 Ti was capable of 87FPS at 1440p with max settings, in addition to DLSS Quality and Frame Generation. On the RTX 5060 Ti with Frame Generation 4x, the frame rate jumps up to over 170FPS.

In this graph above you can see Nvidia's results for Hogwarts Legacy, Alan Wake 2, Black Myth: Wukong, Cyberpunk 2077, STALKER 2, Frostpunk 2, A Plague Tale: Requiem and Delta Force, all tested at 1440p with max settings, along with DLSS Quality Mode and the highest version of Frame Generation supported.

In these charts we see RTX 5060 results in those same games but tested at 1080p instead of 1440p. Every other setting remains the same.

You can see the specs and comparison to previous GPUs below:

Here in the UK, we have confirmed pricing for the RTX 5060 Ti, set at £349 for the 8GB version and £399 for the 16GB version. We do not have confirmed UK pricing for the RTX 5060 just yet but considering the RTX 4060 hit the market at £289, we would expect pricing to be similar for the RTX 5060 at launch.

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KitGuru Says: What do you think of the RTX 5060 series so far? Are you considering picking one up? 

The past few days have been filled with news about Nvidia's RTX 5060 Ti, but AMD is poised to steal some of the spotlight with its upcoming competitor in the mid-range GPU market. The Radeon RX 9060 XT is expected to offer similar memory configurations to the RTX 5060 Ti, with 8GB and 16GB options.

New information from AMD board partners shared by VideoCardz reveals that the RX 9060 XT will be equipped with 2,048 Stream Processors. This aligns with most reports we've heard, as the card is believed to use the Navi 44 GPU, which has half the number of CUs (32) as the higher-end Navi 48 (64).

Clock speed details have also emerged, and they are pretty interesting. The RX 9060 XT is expected to feature a game clock of 2,620 MHz and a boost clock of 3,230 MHz. This represents a significant increase compared to its predecessor, the RX 7600 XT, which had a game clock of 2470 MHz and a boost clock of 2755 MHz. Furthermore, overclocked models are rumoured to reach boost clocks of up to 3.3 GHz.

The RX 9060 XT's power requirements are expected to be relatively low, with a 500W PSU being enough to handle it. Unlike Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs, the RX 9060 XT is not anticipated to feature the newer 16-pin power connector, with most designs using traditional 8-pin connectors. The card will also feature three display outputs, a slight reduction compared to the four outputs found on the RX 9070 series.

While no official release date has been confirmed, board partners anticipate a formal product unveiling at Computex, which is scheduled to start on May 20th.

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KitGuru says: Seeing these new details on the Radeon RX 9060 XT, how do you think it compares against the competition and its predecessor?

In recent months, we've seen several RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 buyers reporting issues with the power connector melting. Now, we have our first instance of this phenomenon happening to an RTX 5070. 

According to @ere9w (via VideoCardz), the system reportedly included a Zotac RTX 5070 and a Seasonic Focus GX-750 power supply. The photos shared by the user suggest that the cable itself sustained the damage, rather than the graphics card or the power connector/socket.

Image credit: @ere9w

This incident echoes the findings of in-depth investigations by Der8auer, who revealed a power imbalance between the connections of 12V-2×6 and 12VHPWR cables used with the Nvidia RTX-50 series. Der8auer's analysis of the six live cables on these connectors, when paired with an RTX 5090, demonstrated that power wasn't evenly distributed. Instead, a single wire was observed carrying a disproportionately large load, leading to excessive heat generation.

While the RTX 5070 is a lower-power GPU (250W TDP) than the RTX 5090 (575W TDP), the same principle applies. If a significant portion of the 5070's power draw is channelled through a single wire, overheating is possible.

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