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Phanteks launches 140mm T30 fan variant, available in single and triple pack

21 janvier 2026 à 13:00

Phanteks has officially launched the T30-140, a 140mm fan that expands the award-winning T30 series into a larger format. Teased at previous events, this fan has been developed in collaboration with Sunon.

The T30-140 distinguishes itself with a non-standard 30 mm frame thickness, providing 25% larger fan blades than traditional 25mm models. This increased surface area allows for much higher static pressure and airflow, making it an ideal candidate for radiators and restrictive dust filters. Both the fan frame and the blades are manufactured from Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP). This rigid material enables a microscopic 0.8 mm clearance between the blade tips and the frame, designed to reduce air turbulence.

Internal performance is driven by a 6-pole, 3-phase motor paired with Sunon’s magnetic dual Vapo bearing system. This combination ensures stable operation even at high rotational speeds while significantly reducing mechanical friction and motor hum. To cater to a wide range of build types, the T30-140 features a physical three-mode switch on the hub, allowing users to select between Hybrid, Performance, and Advanced profiles.

In Hybrid mode, the fan operates semi-passively, remaining completely silent (0 RPM) when the PWM signal is below 50% and reaching a maximum of 1,200 RPM. Despite the low RPM, it can still deliver up to a claimed 63.2 CFM of airflow at a 1.27 mmH2O static pressure, with a noise level of 23.2 dBA. This mode is perfect for silent office builds or low-load scenarios where noise minimisation is the priority. For those seeking a balance between thermals and noise, the Performance mode caps the fan at 2,000 RPM, delivering a claimed 109.9 CFM and 3.56 mmH2O of static pressure at 38.1 dBA. For overclocking or server environments where raw power is the only metric that matters, the Advanced mode pushes the fan to its 2,500-RPM limit. In this profile, the T30-140 is said to deliver a massive 139.6 CFM and a static pressure of 5.41 mmH2O, though the noise level increases to 44.3 dBA. Despite the high power draw in Advanced mode, Phanteks supports PWM daisy-chaining.

The Phanteks T30-140 is now available in a black-and-grey aesthetic. It is sold in both single and triple packs, with a single unit priced at £34.90/$39.99/€39.90 and the triple pack retailing at £99.90/$114.99/€114.90. Every fan comes with a six-year warranty.

KitGuru says: By sticking to a 30mm thickness and LCP, Phanteks is offering a no-compromise solution for enthusiasts who prioritise thermal headroom over RGB aesthetics. If you are building a high-end 420 mm radiator loop this year, these are some of the fans you definitely have to consider.

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Gamdias launches Atlas M4 mid-tower with adjustable angled GPU cooling

21 janvier 2026 à 12:00

Gamdias has officially introduced the Atlas M4, a mid-tower case that aims to deliver a blend of high-performance cooling and pleasing aesthetics. This new addition to the Atlas series is part of the brand's 2026 “Augmented Immersion” vision, which focuses on engineering a seamless connection between the user and their hardware.

The primary visual draw of the Atlas M4 is its seamless tempered glass that wraps around the front and sides, offering a “bottom-to-top” view of the internal components. To achieve this unobstructed panoramic layout, Gamdias shifted the PSU to a front-mounted position. This design choice removes the traditional PSU shroud from the bottom of the case, creating a cleaner main chamber. Furthermore, the chassis is fully compatible with hidden-connector motherboards, enabling a build virtually free of visible internal cabling.

For thermal management, the Atlas M4 employs a chimney-style ventilation design. It draws cool air from the perforated bottom panel and exhausts heat through the top and rear, working with natural thermal convection. The case comes equipped with four pre-installed Notus M1 ARGB fans and an integrated 8-port PWM ARGB fan hub for centralised lighting and speed control. A neat feature of this cooling setup is the adjustable bottom-mounted fan system, which lets users select from six different angles to direct airflow toward graphics cards.

Built for versatility, the Atlas M4 supports ATX, microATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards. It accommodates graphics cards up to 425 mm in length and includes a pre-installed anti-sag bracket to protect the PCIe slot. The front I/O is well-equipped, featuring a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port capable of 10 Gbps, along with two USB 3.0 ports. Maintenance is simplified with modular, tool-free panels and magnetic dust filters on the top and sides, making it an accessible option for both first-time builders and seasoned enthusiasts. Priced at $99.9, the case targets builders looking for a premium display-style aesthetic without the traditional price barriers of high-end boutique enclosures.

KitGuru says: The combination of hidden-connector motherboard compatibility, fishtank design and the adjustable GPU fan system makes it stand out in an increasingly crowded segment of PC cases.

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Montech NX600 CPU Air Cooler Review

21 janvier 2026 à 11:43

Today we’re taking a look at the Montech NX600 CPU cooler, a dual-tower air cooler that’s aimed designed to deliver maximum bang for your buck. On paper, it promises strong thermal performance, broad socket compatibility, and a clean, understated design. But as we know, specs only tell half the story, so in this review, we’ll be putting it through proper thermal and noise testing to see whether the NX600 is genuinely competitive, or just another budget contender.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
00:50 Pricing and Info
02:00 Up Close
03:16 Heatsink and plastic top details
04:15 Fans
05:30 Accessories
06:26 Test System and Installation
07:59 Thermal and Noise Performance
10:11 Worth buying?

 

Features:

  • Dual-Tower Cooling — NX600 features dual heat sink fin stacks with 52 fins per stack, six heat pipes, and dual high-performance 28mm thick fans to maximise heat dissipation and airflow efficiency for optimal temperatures even under heavy loads.
  • Soldered Copper Base for Efficient Heat Transfer — A flat copper base soldered directly to six heat pipes provides efficient, even heat dissipation from the CPU to the heat sink, keeping CPU temperature under control.
  • Dual E28 PWM Performance Fans — Equipped with two MONTECH E28 (ARGB) PWM fans tuned for strong airflow and static pressure, providing effective cooling with or without RGB lighting effects.
  • Broad CPU Socket Compatibility — Supports all major current Intel and AMD sockets, including Intel LGA115X / 1200 / 1700 / 1851 and AMD AM4 / AM5, for stress-free installation and upgrades.

Specifications:

  • Colour Options: Black / White
  • Dimensions: 120 × 132.5 × 160 mm (cooler) / 203 × 146 × 200 mm (package)
  • Weight: 1440 g
  • CPU Socket Support: Intel: LGA115X, 1200, 1700, 1851, AMD: AM4, AM5
  • Heat Pipes: 6
  • Fan Support: Up to 2 fans
  • Fan Speed: 800–2000 RPM (±10%)
  • Bearing Type: HDB
  • Voltage Range: 12 V
  • Connector: 4-pin PWM
  • Maximum Airflow: 85.09 CFM
  • Maximum Static Pressure: 3.35 mmH₂O
  • Maximum Noise Level: 34.17 dBA
  • Warranty: 1 year

Test System Specifications

Testing Methodology:

We are primarily focusing on the performance of each cooler at 100% fan speed and also when locked to 40dBA noise output. We will focus on cooling performance using a manual overclock with all-core frequency and VCORE locked to 5.2GHz/1.3v (AMD) and 5.5GHz/1.3v (Intel) and Precision Boost Overdrive performance.

  • The test data is logged using HWINFO and the final 10 minutes of the data is calculated to find the average CPU temperature and CPU clock multiplier (AMD PBO Test) and then plotted in the charts.
  • For testing, we use a 30-minute looped run of Cinebench R23 and record the steady-state CPU temperature at the end of the test. This ensures that the CPU has had ample time to warm up and reach a steady state under all of the coolers.
  • The ambient is maintained at 19-21 degrees Celsius. Where there is variation beyond this temperature range, we add extra repeated tests to ensure consistency. However, this is well controlled now with A/C.
  • We also test each cooler with at least two fresh installs (typically three) to mitigate the likelihood of poor mounting spoiling results.
  • Ambient temperature and humidity are controlled via a mini split air conditioning system inside the test room. Ambient temperature is maintained between 22-23°C, Temperature delta figures are shown in the charts (ambient temperature is deducted from the measured component temperature).

Test Results:

Acoustics

Looking at noise output first, the Montech NX600 sits at the bottom end of the chart, recording 54dBA peak noise output, which makes it the loudest air cooler tested to date. Significantly louder than premium options such as the NH-U12A, Dark Rock 5, AK620 and SK260V and the current budget king, the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE V3. The NX600 prioritises fan speed over noise, and while tuning the fan curve may help, it’s clearly not aimed at silent PC builds.

Thermal Performance: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

With the fans running at maximum speed, the Montech NX600 delivers solid but not class-leading thermal performance, recording a steady-state CPU temperature of 61°C over ambient. That puts it on par with established air coolers like the be quiet! Dark Rock 5 and Corsair A115 and level with its main competition, the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120. That said, the NX600 is the loudest cooler in this test.

When noise is normalised to 40 dBA, thermal performance drops to 65 °C, which sees the NX600 still hold the middle of the pack, sat just behind the AK620 Digital Pro and the Sudokoo SK620V. But crucially, the NX60 outperforms the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 12 SE in the noise-normalised test, which we'd argue is the most useful metric since users will be more likely to run their system with fan curves rather than with the fans maxed out.

In AMD PBO testing, the Montech NX600 records a steady-state temperature of 63 °C over ambient with an average CPU clock multiplier of 51.3x, placing it in the middle of the chart again. It manages to sustain solid boost frequency, but trails more efficient dual-tower coolers with slightly higher clocks at lower temperatures. However, it again trades blows with what most would consider the best value cooler the Thermalright Peerless Assassin

So the Montech NX600 gives users a problem, but a good one, since now there are two great value budget air coolers to choose from that offer very similar levels of performance.

The Montech NX600/NX600 ARGB  is available to purchase now from Scan priced at £24.98 HERE for the regular version and £29.99 HERE for the ARGB model.

Pros:

  • Very low cost.
  • Decent thermal performance when noise is normalised.
  • ARGB effects are good.

Cons:

  • Fiddly fan installation.
  • Loud at max fan speed.
  • Build quality isn't perfect.

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Win a 32GB kit of ADATA XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 memory!

21 janvier 2026 à 10:10

We've teamed up with ADATA to give you the chance to win a brand new 32GB kit of XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 memory! What's more, this competition is open worldwide and entering is dead easy…

We all know that it's a challenging PC landscape at the minute, so when ADATA reached out to see if we'd like to give away a 2x16GB kit of their XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 memory, we were very keen to get this up for our readers.

TO ENTER

Entering this giveaway is very easy. All you need to do is head over to this video on TikTok and:

  1. Leave a comment
  2. Make sure you are following both @adatatechnology and @kitgurutech

And that's it! The giveaway is open worldwide, so no matter where you are, you are in with a chance of winning. All entries must be received by 23:59 GMT on 28th January. Good luck!

In compliance with GDPR, we will not collect or store any personal information as part of this competition. Once the winner has been contacted and their prize received, personal details will be deleted from our email servers. Your details will not be shared, we respect your privacy.

KitGuru says: Good luck!

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be quiet! enters the gaming mouse market with ultra-lightweight Dark Perk series

21 janvier 2026 à 09:57

be quiet! has officially entered the gaming peripheral market with the launch of its first-ever gaming mice: the Dark Perk Ergo and Dark Perk Sym. Known for its premium cooling and power solutions, the German manufacturer is now branching out to high-performance peripherals. Both models are designed for the competitive esports segment, featuring an ultralight 55-gram construction.

The Ergo variant provides a sculpted shape tailored for right-handed users, while the Sym offers a symmetrical chassis suitable for both left- and right-handed players. Both use the PixArt PAW3950 sensor, currently regarded as one of the most advanced optical sensors available. It delivers a resolution of up to 32,000 DPI and natively supports 8,000 Hz polling rate in both wired and wireless modes. To manage this high-speed data transmission while preserving battery life, be quiet! has integrated the Nordic nRF54H20 MCU, a microcontroller that allows the mouse to last up to 110 hours of continuous gameplay at a standard 1,000 Hz polling rate. The primary buttons use Omron D2FP-FN2 optical switches, designed to offer near-instantaneous actuation to prevent accidental double-clicks while maintaining a quiet acoustic profile in line with the company’s identity.

Software customisation is handled through the new be quiet! IO Center (Windows or web app). This allows users on Windows, macOS, and Linux to adjust DPI steps, polling rates, and RGB lighting in any Chromium-based browser without installing local drivers. The mice also feature onboard memory, allowing personalised profiles and macros to be saved directly to the hardware for use on different systems. Moreover, each mouse is equipped with rounded 100% PTFE skates to ensure a smooth glide on various surfaces.

The Dark Perk Ergo and Dark Perk Sym are scheduled to launch on February 3rd, 2026, for $109.90/€109.90. Both models ship with a 1.8-metre braided USB-C cable for charging and wired play.

Discuss on our Facebook page HERE.

KitGuru says: With keyboards already in the market and mice soon to follow, be quiet! is clearly focusing on expanding beyond PC components. Of the two Dark Perk mice, which would you go for?

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Guardians Frontline's New Update Adds User-Made Campaigns

21 janvier 2026 à 02:37

Guardians Frontline released a major update on all platforms offering new tools for players to create their own campaigns.

Almost three years after its release Guardians Frontline recently launched its ninth update, focusing on player-built campaigns. Developer VirtualAge working with Fast Travel Games said the goal is to allow its community to create their own adventures in this core system in a beta state.

Devs say they are open to suggestions with the new tools letting map makers create custom campaigns and even giving the ability to place narrative texts and custom lines for more personalized experiences. The community-focused update also adds a new map reporting system to address any content that does not adhere to their guidelines.

The level editor makes the process of tying them up to full-blown campaigns all the more appealing, and the developer encouraged players to share their campaign creations on the Discord with fellow fans. Other than general bug fixes, the sizable patch also includes the implementation of trophies, a new mission system to guide new players through the main and daily campaigns, and more cosmetic skins to support the studio.

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A Guardians Frontline video with examples of community-generated levels.

The first-person bug shooter with tinges of Halo, Starcraft, and Helldivers 2 was a hit with UploadVR in our initial review, with "engaging multiplayer modes and the potential for a swathe of community-generated content, Guardians Frontline is easy to recommend."

An upcoming sequel called Guardians Planetfall is planned to release in 2026. Guardians Frontline is out now for Quest and Steam.

Ayaneo Konkr Fit Handheld Debuts With 7-Inch OLED And Ryzen AI 9 HX 470

20 janvier 2026 à 22:34
Ayaneo Konkr Fit Handheld Debuts With 7-Inch OLED And Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 Ayaneo announced Konkr Pocket Fit today, marking the first Windows-based handheld model in Ayaneo's Konkr sub-brand. While pricing and final storage and memory specifications are unknown due to the ongoing DRAM crisis and NAND shortage, this new OLED-equipped handheld seems set to compete with the OneXFly F1 Pro, but with a slightly souped-up
Reçu hier — 20 janvier 2026 1.3 🖥️ Tech. English

AMD MI455X Could Combine HBM4 And LPDDR For Massive AI Memory Capacity

20 janvier 2026 à 20:50
AMD MI455X Could Combine HBM4 And LPDDR For Massive AI Memory Capacity Let's talk about transformers, and not robots in disguise, but the neural network architecture that underpins basically every modern AI model. Transformers are smart, but they trade training efficiency for inference complexity. To help reduce the amount of compute needed for complex transformers, we use a thing called a Key Value cache, or

OpenAI's Mysterious Hardware Device Finally Has A Launch Timeframe

20 janvier 2026 à 20:46
OpenAI's Mysterious Hardware Device Finally Has A Launch Timeframe OpenAI has been tight lipped about its upcoming AI native hardware after having acquired Jony Ive’s design firm last year. Although comments by the company’s chief global affairs officer Chris Lehane, which have been reported by Axios, point to the secretive device being released sooner rather than later. During an event at the World Economic

Russia May Ban GTA 6 Over Claims Of Immoral Content And Child Influence

20 janvier 2026 à 20:44
Russia May Ban GTA 6 Over Claims Of Immoral Content And Child Influence To the surprise of few, leaked footage from the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6 has incited a moral panic, but not from the usual Stateside suspects like disbarred attorney Jack Thompson. Instead, it is coming from Russia, with a recent interview from deputy chairman of the World Russian People's Council Mikhail Ivanov decrying "destructive and

These Browser Extensions You’ve Used For Years May Now Be Spying On You

20 janvier 2026 à 18:00
These Browser Extensions You’ve Used For Years May Now Be Spying On You A few weeks ago, we covered DarkSpectre, a threat actor responsible for running numerous spyware campaigns that, combined, infected a total of at least 8.8 million Google Chrome, Mozilla FireFox, and Microsoft Edge users. One of the key ways this was done was through malicious extensions, with the caveat that said extensions did have legitimate

Why A Giant Iron Bar Inside The Ring Nebula Could Reveal The Fate Of Earth

20 janvier 2026 à 16:47
Why A Giant Iron Bar Inside The Ring Nebula Could Reveal The Fate Of Earth  Smack dab in the Ring Nebula, astronomers have stumbled upon a massive bar-shaped structure of iron that had previously eluded prior observations, potentially revealing the ghost of a vaporized world. Led by a team from University College London (UCL) and Cardiff University, the discovery essentially uncovered a feature hidden in plain

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, RE: Village and more join PlayStation Plus Extra today

20 janvier 2026 à 17:00

As they do each month, Sony’s line-up of PlayStation Plus Extra / Premium titles were announced ahead of their release – with January’s line-up including 9 games in total. Officially available now, PS Plus subscribers can check out the likes of Resident Evil Village; Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth and the iconic Ridge Racer.

Available to add to your library right now, all those with a PlayStation Plus Extra subscription (or PS Plus Premium) are able to download and play the following:

  • Resident Evil Village | PS5, PS4 
  • Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth | PS5, PS4 
  • Expeditions: A MudRunner Game | PS5, PS4 
  • A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead | PS5
  • Darkest Dungeon II | PS5, PS4 
  • The Exit 8 | PS5, PS4
  • Art of Rally | PS5, PS4 
  • A Little to the Left | PS5, PS4 
  • Ridge Racer | PS5, PS4 (PS Plus Premium)

The headliners are of course Resident Evil: Village and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth – with the former being the latest mainline entry in the beloved RE series and the latter being a quirky JRPG which offers heart, humour and countless hours of fun.

Other games worth trying out include Darkest Dungeon II: A hardcore turn-based roguelike which is as tough as it is addictive – just don't get too attached to your party of characters.

Though just a single game, Ridge Racer joins PS Plus Premium’s small selection of classics, letting you try out the first entry in this iconic racing series.

None of the games listed above have been given an expiration date, and so expect them to remain on the service for a solid amount of time at least. As with all subscriptions however, at least some of these titles will be removed eventually.

Discuss on our Facebook page HERE.

KitGuru says: What do you think of January’s offerings? Have you tried either of the Darkest Dungeon games? Do you prefer the older or newer style of Yakuza (Like a Dragon) games? Let us know down below.

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Bandai Namco possibly working with Sony on a new remaster project according to job listing

20 janvier 2026 à 16:00

Ever since Sony shut down their ‘Japan Studio' the console maker has lost some of its charm, with series such as Gravity Rush; Patapon; Tokyo Jungle and more being left almost forgotten. Fortunately, Bandai Namco has been reviving many of these franchises with remasters in partnership with PlayStation. Following on from the likes of Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots; Patapon 1+2 Replay and Freedom Wars Remastered, it appears as though other such projects are in the works.

As discovered by Twitter user ‘AsobiAr’, PlayStation Japan recently published a new job listing for a Part-Time Associate Release Manager. While in and of itself not worthy of note, the listing’s job location is stated as being right around the same area as Bandai Namco’s GYAAR Studio.

Bandai Namco Remasters

Though quite the stretch, many fans are hoping that this means Bandai and Sony are continuing their partnership to bring some of PlayStation’s lesser-appreciated franchises to modern platforms.

As mentioned, in 2025 alone Bandai Namco released remasters for Everybody’s Golf; Patapon 1+2 and Freedom Wars. With each of these projects being developed by separate studios, it is entirely possible that Bandai have tasked GYAAR with another legacy Sony IP.

Perhaps we’ll finally get a current-gen remaster for Gravity Rush 1 and 2? One can dream.

Discuss on our Facebook page HERE.

KitGuru says: Do you think there is any significance to this job listing? Which legacy PlayStation game would you like to see remastered? What’s Japan Studio’s most underappreciated title? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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Nintendo mandated that Mario always beat Sonic in the Olympic Games, according to ex-developer

20 janvier 2026 à 15:00

Though it's been quite some time since we last had a new entry in the series, the Sonic and Mario at the Olympic Games franchise brought two of the most iconic mascots together to directly compete with one another in a bunch of fun mini-games based on the bi-annual sports event. Like Mario, it appears as though Nintendo has a bit of a competitive spirit, with developers revealing that in all of the games’ marketing Mario had to be beating Sonic.

In an interview with SEGA of Japan’s localisation producer ‘Ryoichi Hasegawa’, the developer revealed some of Nintendo’s mandates when making the ‘Sonic and Mario at the Olympic Games’ series.

According to Hasegawa, when creating the promotional artwork for the games (which of course includes Sonic and Mario right at the front), “there was one small error and Sonic’s food was in front of Mario’s foot, and Nintendo demanded us to change the priority,” meaning that Mario needed to instead be ahead of Sonic – if ever so slightly.

Olympic Nintendo

Of course, while there was once a time many decades ago when Sonic was arguably a bigger mascot than Mario, history has proven the Italian plumber to be the more successful of the two financially.

This, alongside Nintendo’s known penchant for being highly protective of their IPs and it makes sense that they would want their own mascot to be perceived as better, subconsciously or not.

While we have not seen a new entry in the Sonic and Mario series for over half a decade now, SEGA did recently gain the rights back to work on games based on the Olympics, and so it will be interesting to see whether we do end up getting more Sonic and Mario at the Olympic Games…and whether Mario will once again be ahead of the Blue Blur.

Discuss on our Facebook page HERE.

KitGuru says: What did you think of the Sonic and Mario series back in the day? Was this Nintendo being business-savvy or petty? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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Sony Hands Control Of Bravia TVs To TCL In Stunning 51% Takeover Deal

20 janvier 2026 à 16:55
Sony Hands Control Of Bravia TVs To TCL In Stunning 51% Takeover Deal In a development that's no doubt going to send analysts and fans into a frenzy, Sony today announced that it's ceding majority control of its iconic Bravia TV and home entertainment business to Chinese electronics giant TCL. Under a new strategic partnership, the two companies will establish a joint venture where TCL holds a 51% controlling

Microsoft Surface Laptop With Snapdragon X Is $350 Off But Only If You're Fast

20 janvier 2026 à 16:35
Microsoft Surface Laptop With Snapdragon X Is $350 Off But Only If You're Fast Qualcomm continues to crank out new versions of its Snapdragon X silicon for PCs, and in doing so, there are opportunities to score enticing deals on last-gen releases. Now is one of those times. The caveat is that you're not getting the latest and greatest silicon, but if you're willing to go a generation back, you can save a wad a cash on

Samsung Raises New Galaxy Book 6 Pro Prices As Panther Lake Arrives

20 janvier 2026 à 16:12
Samsung Raises New Galaxy Book 6 Pro Prices As Panther Lake Arrives Samsung has just released a pricing guide for its upcoming Galaxy Book 6 series and it shows Panther Lake-powered models hitting shelves with a price premium that's nearly 20% higher than its Lunar Lake predecessors. Can we thank the RAM-pocalypse for this? The sticker shock comes directly from Samsung’s official countdown page (for South

This Macintosh-Style Retro Dock Turns Your M4 Mac Mini Into A Tiny All-In-One

20 janvier 2026 à 15:55
This Macintosh-Style Retro Dock Turns Your M4 Mac Mini Into A Tiny All-In-One We're big fans of the Mac mini lineup around these parts (dating back to the M1 Mac mini we reviewed in 2020), particularly as Apple's in-house M-series silicon has come into its own. The latest version of the Mac mini sports a choice between the M4 or M4 Pro, both of which are powerful and efficient, making the tiny Mac a viable workhorse

Redmagic 11 Air Gaming Phone Debuts With Snapdragon 8 Elite And Lots Of Cool Tech

20 janvier 2026 à 15:20
Redmagic 11 Air Gaming Phone Debuts With Snapdragon 8 Elite And Lots Of Cool Tech Thin is in when it comes to smartphone design, or so that's been the recent trend with devices like Apple's iPhone 17 Air and Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge. Does the same slim design philosophy translate to gaming phones, though? It does as far as Redmagic is concerned, which has launched its Redmagic 11 Air gaming handset in China. While not

Premature pop-up suggests xCloud game streaming service is getting an ad-supported tier

20 janvier 2026 à 14:00

Ever since it first went live, Microsoft’s xCloud game streaming service has slowly but surely been expanded outwards with support for additional games, platforms and other ways to access the service. Following a recent pop-up which seems to suggest that Microsoft is working on an ad-supported tier for the service, insiders have now offered additional context.

2025 was a pretty big year for xCloud rumours, with Microsoft reportedly developing “next generation” Xbox cloud servers with a focus on “lower lag, improved bitrates, and higher resolution options” – alongside later leaks which claimed that the service would receive an overhaul in the future with 4 tiers in total.

Though Microsoft themselves have yet to unveil this overhaul, it seems the announcement might be imminent, with some Xbox Cloud Gaming users (as reported by Windows Central) noticing a pop-up with the message “1 hour of ad supported play time per session.”

According to known Xbox insider Jez Corden, Microsoft is indeed working on an ad-supported tier of sorts for xCloud, with the leaker stating: “seeking clarification about this message, it was confirmed to me that the ads will appear separately on Xbox Cloud Gaming, for those who have purchased Xbox games digitally, but don't have Xbox Game Pass.”

xCloud ad

Outside of this however, it appears as though there may also be a session-based version of xCloud which this premature message was hinting at, with Corden adding: “Microsoft has hundreds of games available to buy via Xbox Cloud Gaming, but as of writing, you need at least one tier of Xbox Game Pass to access them. This session-based ad-supported access tier will change that.”

Given the timing of this message, it is highly likely that we will hear more officially on Microsoft’s xCloud plans during the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct showcase – which is set to go live on the 22nd of January. The console maker did state previously that the showcase will focus on 3 titles in particular, but Microsoft does typically like to throw in something about xCloud / Game Pass, and so it’s possible we will learn more officially then.

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KitGuru says: Have you used xCloud at all? How does it compare to other game streaming services? Let us know down below.

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Leaker claims Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake will be announced this year

20 janvier 2026 à 13:00

Capcom has long been a fan of remaking its classic titles, with the Resident Evil series in particular seeing various remakes/re-imaginings over the years. With RE4 being the latest entry in the series to receive the remake treatment, many fans have wondered which entry is next-in-line. According to a known Capcom insider, a remake for Resident Evil Code Veronica is currently in the works – with plans to officially announce it “later this year.”

Taking to Twitter, known Capcom leaker DuskGolem commented on recent rumours suggesting that following RE4, Resident Evil 5 will be next in line to be remade, writing:

“No, there is NOT a Resident Evil 5 Remake that's going to be announced this year. Instead, later this year a RE Remake that starts with ‘(C)’ & ends ‘(ode Veronica)’ is going to be announced, I promise you.”

Code Veronica Capcom

As mentioned, DuskGolem has accurately leaked plenty of Capcom games in the past – especially Resident Evil – and so it is safe to assume that this is the publisher’s current plan.

Of course, things could change, but with Code Veronica being a PS2 generation title and RE5 originally releasing on the PS3 / Xbox 360, one would clearly benefit more from a remake when compared to the other.

That said, all eyes right now are on the upcoming Resident Evil Requiem, and so don’t expect to hear from this remake officially until RE9 is released at the very least.

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KitGuru says: What are your thoughts on all the Resident Evil Remakes? Which entry would you like to see next? Should they re-remake the first RE game? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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K-pop meets gaming with the new Blackpink x Razer collection

20 janvier 2026 à 12:00

Razer has officially unveiled the Blackpink x Razer collection, a collaboration that brings the aesthetic of the global K-pop sensation to a full suite of gaming peripherals and lifestyle accessories. Inspired by the group's “Deadline” World Tour, the collection features a bold pink-and-black colour scheme designed to appeal to both competitive gamers and the group's fanbase.

The collection includes several of Razer's most popular entry-level and mid-range peripherals with custom artwork and lighting. The lineup is led by the Razer Enki X gaming chair, which offers ergonomic support wrapped in signature tour-themed upholstery. There's also a Razer Ornata V3 tenkeyless keyboard variant featuring low-profile mecha-membrane switches and pink RGB zones. Additionally, the collection also includes a Razer DeathAdder Essential mouse and the Gigantus V2 Medium mouse mat, both with unique collaborative branding. These items are designed to meet Razer's gaming standards while serving as a statement of style for those who want their setups to reflect their passion for music and pop culture.

Fans will get their first look at the hardware during the collection's global debut on January 21, 2026, at a dedicated pop-up store in Hong Kong. This showcase will feature immersive displays inspired by the World Tour, along with photo zones, so visitors can experience the “Play in Pink” vision firsthand. Following this exclusive event, the whole collection is scheduled for worldwide availability in the second quarter of 2026 through Razer's official online store and global retailers.

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