In a move that has almost become tradition, the Trump administration has once again hit pause on the TikTok ban, leaving the app's fate mired in uncertainty.


The TikTok ban saga continues to drag on, largely thanks to trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Now, another delay seems likely, even as the app's future remains unresolved.

As The Wall Street Journal has learned, President Trump is planning on pushing back the ban date — for the third time. Allegedly, talks were underway for a sale, but the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China that Trump lit off in April has caused the deal to be pushed onto the back burner.


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Cybercriminals are using fake DMV texts and cheap tricks to phish iPhone users ahead of a made-up June deadline.


Mobile users all over the U.S. face a new scam text wave from fake government authorities. A recent message that one of our staffers got from the "Tennessee Department of Vehicles" warns of an overdue traffic ticket, legal action, license suspension, and credit score damage if payment isn't made by June 8.

The text includes a link to a fake government payment site and urges victims to reply with the letter "Y" to activate the link. Links aren't tappable if the text is from an unknown sender. If you reply with that "Y," the message it automatically becomes from a "known" sender, which makes the link tappable


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The debut of iPadOS 26 is on June 9, and Apple is set to introduce a radical redesign, improved Apple Pencil functionality, and much more. Here's what the rumor mill has to say about the update.


Apple's 2024 software releases largely revolved around Apple Intelligence, as the company's platforms received generative AI features across the board. The iPhone, iPad, and Mac all gained AI-powered email summarization, a new Clean Up tool in the Photos app, and much more.

The most notable improvement within iPadOS 18, however, was a standalone Calculator app, developed under the project codename GreyParrot. While the iPad will almost certainly receive a few unique enhancements, much like it did in 2024, Apple is said to be aiming for even better platform consistency this time around.


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Developers can now direct users in-app to pay for subscriptions outside of the App Store, but the road is not smooth, and there are some pitfalls.


Apple in the US now has to allow developers in the App Store to direct users to their own websites, or other third-party payment systems. While its conclusion seems exaggerated so far, The Information, claims that there is a gold rush as developers seize the change to avoid paying what they call an Apple tax.

"We work so hard to build this product, giving value to customers, and then Apple takes away 30% of our subscriptions," Otter CEO Sam Liang said. "It's completely insane."


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Unironically the Best Case: Retro Silverstone FLP02 with Turbo Buttonjimmy_thang June 6, 2025

Silverstone made the best case of Computex 2025 -- and it's actually shipping

The Highlights

• The FLP02 case is Silverstone's latest in its now growing lineup of retro-themed computer cases
• The FLP02 will be sold for around $220, if all things go as planned, or just under 200 EUR
• It includes modern features, like 360mm radiator support, but also mixes in old throwbacks

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We visited Silverstone’s booth at Computex 2025 and walked away thinking we saw the best case of the show.

Editor's note: This was originally published on May 21, 2025 as a video. This content has been adapted to written format for this article and is unchanged from the original publication.

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Silverstone FLP02

Our favorite case happens to be Silverstone’s retro-inspired, beige FLP02. Its old theme may look like an April Fool’s joke, but it’s definitely going into mass production. The case evokes the look of computers along the 286 through 486 era along with some of the early Pentium PCs. 

The case has a red power switch on the front along with a reset button, which actually follows the front lock. The turbo button, on the other hand, adjusts the fan speed. The number display indicates how fast the fans are going.

The FLP02 case is based on existing tooling. 

Internally, the case is set up pretty normal in some ways. The power supply shroud is present and on the bottom, and it’s punctured on the top for airflow. Back in the olden days, the PSU would be in the top. The FLP02 also has 5.25 hard drive cage support.

The switches on the front of the case, which represent floppy drives, are actually functional. Releasing the lock allows the slot cover to come out. 

Silverstone tells us the mechanism here that we saw at Computex is actually very difficult to manufacture so the company will probably create a stronger and more resilient mechanism with the company showing us a 3D printed mock-up of one.  

Internally, the back of the case has a 120mm fan, but it can fit a 140mm one. The top of the FLP02 can fit a 360mm radiator. The case also has a vertical GPU mount option, though it’s only for a 2-slot wide mount, which restricts what kind of card you can put in it. The FLP02 also has a vertical GPU support, which is obviously a more modern feature.   

For inspiration, Silverstone told us it Googled old computers and chose bits and pieces that it liked for the case’s design.  

Older computer cases wouldn’t have had a lot of ventilation on the front, but the FLP02 has some ventilation on the front bottom. Its top panel is also ventilated and has a dust filter. The top of the case also has options for multiple radiator sizes.   

The back side of the case has all of the modern cable management options so it ends up being a mix of design from both old and new. 

In terms of pricing, Silverstone says it will probably be $220, but that’s based on the current tariff situation. In the European market, the company is looking at around or less than 200 Euros. 

The case is also hiding some more modern features, like the front-panel USB ports, under covers to keep the immersion that the case is old. 

We plan on reviewing the case when it comes out. 

Silverstone LD05

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Switching gears, Silverstone’s LD05 is a more modern fish-tank style ATX case that’s trying to hit a $100 price point, which is, again, dependent on the tariff situation. The company plans on providing 3x120mm ARGB fans. In terms of fan-mount locations, there are 2 on the side and a fan on the back. And there’s also space on the top for either 120mm or 140mm fans. The build we saw had 3x120mm ones.

The case has a heavily ventilated power supply shroud, which also has a hard-drive cage within it, which is also perforated. 

Speaking of perforations, the back side panel is also perforated. 

The backside has some cable management space. It’s pretty standard. The LD05 also has white cables that try to match the case itself. The color isn’t an exact match, however.  

Silverstone Alta T1

The Alta T1 is a case we saw at last year’s Computex and Silverstone tells us it will be over a grand. 

Silverstone Alta T2

We saw a version of the T2 case last year. In terms of pricing, the T2 will be about $1,000. It has an aluminum shell. When we pulled off its bottom side panel at Computex, it revealed 1 of 2 installed power supplies in the system we looked at. The other PSU is right behind it. The shroud area also has drive mounts in the middle and the front. The case itself has a ton of drive cage options. The T2 essentially acts like a home-server rendering farm of sorts. It’s got 11 slots for PCIe devices, making it one of the larger cases on the market for PCIe support.  

The case’s rail system allows you to basically mount whatever you want wherever you want.

The top front of the case has a canted angle, which has a plate that pulls off. There’s also another plate on the front bottom that pulls off and reveals the interior of the case. 

The T2 we saw also had 180mm fans installed in it. 

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Sharing its shape with the original Hati-S, the ambidextrous Hati-S Ultra 8K cuts down the weight even further to just 31 g. PixArt's PAW3950 sensor is combined with Huano main button switches, 8000 Hz wireless polling is supported, and up to 80 hours of battery life are advertised.

Black Myth Wukong had a very odd release. While the game was originally announced to release on both PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the game ultimately only released on PlayStation consoles. Microsoft said there was an exclusivity agreement in place, the studio behind Black Myth Wukong denied that was the case. However, it certainly looks like Game Science wasn't being very truthful. 

Black Myth Wukong is now launching on Xbox Series X/S consoles on August 20th, a full year after the game's release on PC and PS5. While Game Science has previously denied any exclusivity deal being in place, the timing of this Xbox release date, arriving exactly one year after the PS5 version, is in keeping with industry standards for timed exclusives.

Black Myth Wukong was one of the best action games of 2024, but there have been no major expansions or DLC updates this year and as a result, the game hasn't made many headlines in 2025. It is unclear how well the game will sell on Xbox a full year later without any extra content.

Game Science claims that bringing the game to Xbox Series X/S was “no easy feat”. In the past, CEO of the studio, Feng Ji, pointed to Xbox Series S memory limitations being the main hold-up.

KitGuru Says: I don't think we'll ever get the full story here, but it sure looks like some kind of timed exclusivity was in place. 

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CD Projekt Red has said a few times that it has ‘moved on' from Cyberpunk 2077 but every few months, that turns out to be a lie. There is yet another new update coming for the game, and it is dropping later this month. 

Now with Cyberpunk 2077 releasing as a launch-day title for the Nintendo Switch 2, CD Projekt Red has opted to put together another free content update for all players. Patch 2.3 is now due to release on June 26th, but the finer details of what will be included in the update remain shrouded in secrecy.

This news comes after recent rumours that CD Projekt Red had contracted Oblivion Remastered developer, Virtuos, to create some new content for the game. That rumour has yet to be confirmed, but at the very least, we are getting another free content patch.

There will be more official news on what will be included in Patch 2.3 in the coming weeks. Chances are, CD Projekt Red will hold another REDStream to go over the details, just as it did for previous updates like Patch 2.1 and Patch 2.2.

KitGuru Says: CD Projekt Red continues to surprise us. Hopefully there are a few new gigs in this update, as I'm itching for a reason to jump back into Cyberpunk 2077 for yet another playthrough. 

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Lies of P fans should pay attention over the weekend, as rumour has it that a secret new DLC for the game is due to drop. 

Lies of P: Overture is a new DLC for the game. A trailer for it leaked this week, ahead of a likely reveal at Summer Game Fest. The trailer ends with the phrase ‘Available Now', indicating that the DLC will become available as soon as the trailer officially drops.

Lies Of P's Overture DLC release trailer leaked

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The expansion will be available for the game on all platforms, including PC, Xbox and PlayStation. It is unclear if the DLC will be announced during Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest showcase later this evening, or if it will drop during the Xbox Showcase later this weekend. One thing is for sure though, the DLC will be announced at one of them and will be made available to players immediately after.

The Overture DLC for Lies of P will take players to a new winter-themed environment. The DLC also serves as a prequel to the events of the main game.

KitGuru Says: Have you played Lies of P? Will you be picking up the new Overture DLC? 

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Following the successful launch of Persona 3 Reload last year, we began to hear rumours that SEGA/ATLUS was working on a similar remake for Persona 4. Further evidence popped up in March when the domain name P4RE.JP was registered. Now, the game looks set to be announced at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase. 

Back on the 20th of March, Twitter user ScrambledFaz discovered a registration for the domain name P4RE.JP, indicating that the rumoured Persona 4 remake could be gearing up for a possible announcement. Just last week, the story got juicier, as two voice actors from the original game confirmed that they have ‘no involvement' in the yet-to-be-announced remake. 

In another update to this ongoing story, MP1st, the site that leaked The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered earlier this year, reported that the game is set to be announced during the Xbox Games Showcase this week. While Xbox has a marketing deal in place for the game, it will not be an exclusive, so it should hit Xbox, PC and PS5 simultaneously.

In the many years since the initial launch of Persona 5, ATLUS/SEGA have released a ton of different titles and spin-offs, including Persona 5 Royal; Persona 3 Reload; Persona 4 Golden remaster; P5 Strikers; Tactica and Dancing in Starlight – to name a few.

Assuming they maintain their previous release strategies, then the rumoured Persona 4 remake should release around September-October, or in early 2026 (before March). 

KitGuru says: Did you play Persona 4 back in the day? Would you welcome a P3R-styled remake? When will Persona 6 finally be announced? Let us know down below.

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Just as the dust begins to settle from the recent launches of the GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 and Radeon RX 9060 XT series graphics cards, it appears Nvidia is already preparing its next launch. The long-rumoured GeForce RTX 5050 8GB graphics card is now anticipated to debut as soon as July.

Videocardz has reported Nvidia's intentions for a July release of the GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 desktop card. This upcoming addition to the GeForce family will harness the Blackwell GPU architecture, specifically utilising the GB207 chip. Interestingly, this desktop variant was initially confirmed to feature GDDR6 memory, distinguishing it from its laptop counterpart, which is already known to employ GDDR7.

However, a recent twist in the rumour mill suggests a potential change. Benchleaks indicate that the desktop RTX 5050 might have GDDR7 memory, mirroring the laptop version. While for this segment of graphics cards, the performance difference between GDDR6 and GDDR7 wouldn't be particularly significant, the reason behind such a shift could be more strategic. With AMD having already claimed a substantial portion of the market's 20Gbps GDDR6 capacity and Intel Arc also vying for a slice, a potential surge in demand for the GeForce RTX 5050 could lead to a scarcity of GDDR6 memory modules.

In addition, it has also been reported that the GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card, with its 8GB of memory, is expected to operate with an estimated Total Graphics Power (TGP) of 130W.

KitGuru says: How do you think the RTX 5050 desktop graphics card will compare to the RTX 5060 and its Radeon RX 9000 series counterparts?

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A standalone Games app in iOS 26 will consolidate Apple Arcade and third-party titles into a single hub, with tabbed sections to help users discover new titles and play games together.

A rare iPhone crash linked to an iMessage image handling and sharing bug may have been the first sign of a targeted spyware attack, according to new forensic evidence — but Apple is skeptical.


A newly revealed iMessage bug in iOS, now patched, may have exposed some iPhone users to silent surveillance attempts. The flaw, discovered by the security firm iVerify, affected how iPhones processed nickname updates in the Messages app.

The security researchers say they found signs of possible exploitation on the devices of journalists, government officials, and tech executives. Apple, however, strongly denies that the bug was used maliciously.


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Apple's WWDC 2025 will spotlight sleek redesigns in iOS 26, with the Phone, Safari, and Camera apps getting their biggest updates in years.


Apple is set to kick off WWDC 2025 on Monday, June 9 at 10 am PT/1:00 pm ET. This year, we anticipate that the Cupertino-based tech giant will likely be focusing on visual updates across its platforms.

As part of iOS 26, Apple is rolling out significant updates to three of its core apps: Phone, Safari, and Camera. According to Bloomberg, while most native apps will see only visual refreshes inspired by the new systemwide visionOS-inspired "Solarium" interface, these three are getting more substantial changes aimed at improving usability and streamlining functionality.


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Voice Memos, Apple's audio recording app, goes far beyond just a simple voice recorder. Here's how to get the most out of what may be Apple's most overlooked app on your iPhone or iPad.


Voice Memos isn't an app most people give a lot of thought to, but that doesn't mean that it isn't worthwhile. Between layered recordings, auto-transcriptions, and its overall ease of use, it's easy to see why Apple has incorporated it into most of its devices.

Let's take a look at how Voice Memos came to be, and how you can get the most out of it.


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A new leak claims to have the complete compatibility list of Apple TV models that will be able to support the tvOS 26 upgrade that will be announced at #WWDC25.


The WWDC leaks continue with a compatibility list for the Apple TV and tvOS 26, following one for the Apple Watch, and a surprising one for the HomePod. This particular leak says that tvOS 26 will be available to users of these models:

Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Apple will be concentrating its Apple Intelligence launches at WWDC 2025 on developer tools, and wide-ranging translation for users, including live translation via AirPods.


This latest of many pre-WWDC leaks concerns the much-anticipated next announcements regarding Apple Intelligence. After last year's launch, it had been expected that WWDC 2025 would be light on Apple Intelligence news.

However, according to Bloomberg, Apple has two major focuses for Apple Intelligence this time, and two more minor ones.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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At WWDC, Apple is rumored to bring a long-time Mac app to the iPhone and iPad — Preview.


Apple's Preview app started in NeXTSTEP in the very late eighties. It had its origins in Quartz in Mac OS X in the very early days of macOS, but I'm afraid that my recollections of which Mac OS version made it fully available is lost in the depths of my mind.

And now, Apple is said to be bringing it to iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. According to a report on Friday by Bloomberg, it will be preinstalled and part of the operating system as a whole.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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In an effort to hype up the upcoming release of "Borderlands 4," Gearbox, 2K, and Take-Two Interactive have made "Borderlands 2" free for PC and Mac owners. Act quick to keep it forever, though.


If you're looking for a not-so-new game to try, you might wanna check out Borderlands 2. If you download it from Steam before June 8 at 1:00 pm ET, you get to keep the game — meaning you get a $20 game for free.

If you haven't played it yet, Borderlands 2 is a well-loved first-person shooter with role-playing elements, set in a post-apocalyptic world. The game is known for its highly stylized design and its dark sense of humor.


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Give yourself PDF management superpowers with the AI-driven UPDF 2.0, which can get most tasks done in just 3 clicks, like batch PDF edit, element removal, and AI translation. Get it at a discount.


UPDF has been updated to 2.0 with a fully-rethought interface that'll streamline every interaction. Plus, there's a new AI PDF editor feature powered by ChatGPT 4.1.

If you're a professional that deals with PDFs on a daily basis, chances are you're inundated with files. Traditional tools help manage and edit PDF files, but often in clunky and archaic ways.


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It feels like we're seconds away from WWDC, which rumors say will either be feature-packed or very lightweight. In the meantime, Apple is giving out awards and defending the App Store, on the AppleInsider Podcast.


Apple is about to unveil its new redesign for the Mac, iPhone, and iPad, as WWDC 2025 opens with Tim Cook's keynote video on June 9, 2025. There are rumors swirling around about everything from homeOS to visionOS, but along the way there are also other areas where Apple may need to make more of a splash than usual.

That includes Apple Intelligence, though some rumors say this year will barely mention it. And maybe this isn't the stage for Apple to lay out why regulators are wrong to try controlling its App Store, it is definitely the stage where the company can show developers just what is so great about delivering apps on the iPhone and more.


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A TikTok video maker filmed a prank of pretending to take cash from people's iPhones using Tap to Pay. It didn't end well for the prankster.


Whether it's Tap to Pay on iPhone when you're with a merchant, or you're just paying a friend who also has an iPhone, there is a distinctive sound. That sound, but not the actual payment, is now central to what's claimed to be an increasingly common prank of pretending to take money from strangers.

The prankster holds their iPhone close to the stranger's one, plays the sound, and then typically thanks that person for their generous donation. There's usually someone else filming all of this for a hilarious TikTok video — but there isn't usually a police presence nearby.


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The European Union is about to enforce new regulations concerning the repairability of iPhones and iPads. Here's where Apple stands, and where it needs to improve, before the new rules kick in.


The European Union has been aggressive when it comes to hardware regulations. Decisions made by the European Commission have forced tech companies, like Apple, to rethink some of their designs, in a bid to improve the technology landscape for all European citizens.

When the EU gave its final approval on the Common Charger Directive, which made it mandatory for many new devices to recharge using USB-C connectors, Apple joined in. It moved away from Lightning in favor of USB-C, a move that has been a considerable improvement for end users.


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As is traditional in the days before WWDC, compatibility lists leak out. This time, the HomePod Software 26 list is out, with a surprise.


There have been almost no rumors about the September 2025 revision to the HomePod software, other than it being probably called HomePod Software 26. However, what devices are compatible was not leaked before Friday's post.

Before this leak, saying that all HomePods ever shipped are compatible, we'd have guessed that the original HomePod that shipped in 2018 would have been dropped off the compatibility list. After all, it was announced at the 2017 WWDC, shipped in February 2018, and uses the A8 processor found in the Apple TV HD, but nowhere else.


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Ahead of Apple unveiling the next version of watchOS, a new leak claims to have the list of which Apple Watch models will be able to run it.


If it's true that Apple will rebrand all of its operating systems to end in the number 26 — to match their main year of use — then it will be especially useful for the Apple Watch. For right now, you can have an Apple Watch Series 10 and be running watchOS 11.

Although that said, come September 2025 you could be sporting an Apple Watch Series 11 which is running watchOS 26.


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We've hit a new month, which means it is time for a new round of games for Xbox Game Pass. This month will see new day-one releases like FBC: Firebreak joining the library, as well as a few surprises from the back catalogue. 

FBC: Firebreak is the big game of the month. This is Remedy's very first co-op multiplayer-focused game, offering a new take on The Oldest House, which returns from the 2019 hit action game, Control. On top of that, Microsoft is finally bringing more Activision games into the fold with Crash Bandicoot 4.

Here is the full list of titles joining Game Pass over the next couple of weeks, along with platforms and dates:

• Baldur's Gate Enhanced Edition (Cloud and Console) – June 5th
• Baldur's Gate II Enhanced Edition (Cloud and Console) – June 5th
• Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine (Cloud, PC and Console) – June 10th
• Barbie Project Friendship (Cloud, PC and Console) – June 11th
• Kingdom: Two Crowns (PC) – June 11th
• EA Sports FC 25 (Cloud, PC and Console) – June 12th
• The Alters (Cloud, PC and Console) – June 13th
• FBC: Firebreak (Cloud, PC and Console) – June 17th
• Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time (PC and Console) – June 17th
• Lost in Random: The Eternal Die (Cloud, PC and Console) – June 17th

As always, a few older titles are being removed from the library this month to make way for new games. The list for June isn't too bad, with just a small handful of games leaving the library on June 15th, including:

• Dordogne
• Hypnospace Outlaw
• Isonozo
• My Time at Sandrock
• Keplerth
• Rolling Hills
• Depersonalization

There will be another wave of Game Pass titles announced in two weeks time.

KitGuru Says: What do you think of this month's Game Pass line-up so far? 

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First spotted at Computex last month, Lian Li is now launching its new entry-level Vector V100 PC case. The new case delivers the aesthetics modern PC builders are looking for, while keeping the price tag down to a low $60. 

The Vector V100 incorporates intelligent design elements that enhance both style and functionality. A slanted front PSU shroud conceals cables for a cleaner look and cleverly integrates a hidden display platform, creating a spot to showcase collectibles or hardware. Further enhancing its modern aesthetic, the Vector V100 features a diffused 26-LED ARGB strip along the PSU shroud, offering vibrant and customisable lighting supported by all major motherboard software.

Inside, the Vector V100 supports back-connect ATX and microATX motherboards, allowing for a clutter-free main chamber by routing connections behind the motherboard tray. The chassis is highly versatile for cooling, accommodating up to a 360mm radiator on top, three 120mm fans on the sides, two 120mm fans on the bottom, and a 120/140mm fan at the rear. Builders eyeing powerful graphics cards will find ample space, with compatibility for GPUs up to 415mm in length. In addition, Lian Li included a GB-001 GPU anti-sag bracket to provide stable support for these larger cards.

The Vector V100 is available in both black and white finishes. Builders can choose between a barebones version or a pre-installed variant featuring four 120mm ARGB/PWM fans. The Vector V100 is now available for $59.99 for the fanless black and white models and $74.99 for the versions pre-equipped with fans.

KitGuru says: Considering the specs and price, the Vector V100 could be the new go-to entry-level PC case for those looking for a cheap aquarium-like build.

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The Ultra XT3D prebuilt desktop from CyberPowerPC features a spec list straight from the top of the AMD gaming lineup. It features a Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and a Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card, paired with 32GB of memory. This could make for a very compelling option for anyone looking to pick up a prebuilt gaming desktop while breaking away from Intel and Nvidia components. Today we put the Ultra XT3D through its paces to see just how much performance it has in its locker!

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:53 Pricing and Warranty
01:44 Hardware Specifications
06:58 Lian Li Case
07:47 Front I/O
07:56 Mat’s thoughts so far
09:15 F1 2025 (1440p)
09:38 F1 2025 (4k)
09:51 Cyberpunk 2077 (1440p)
10:08 Cyberpunk 20277 (4k)
10:40 Doom The Dark Ages (1440p)
10:55 Doom The Dark Ages (4k)
11:07 Assassins Creed Shadows (1440p)
11:17 Assassins Creed Shadows (4k)
11:31 Hogwarts Legacy (1440p)
11:45 Hogwarts Legacy (4k)
12:04 Oblivion Remastered (1440p)
12:16 Oblivion Remastered (4k)
13:18 Clock speeds / Temps / Power / Thermal Imaging
14:39 Noise tests
15:04 Closing Thoughts

Specifications:

• CPU (Processor):AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Graphics Card (GPU):Radeon RX 9070 XT
• Case:Lian Li Lancool-216 ARGB Gaming Case
• Corsair Nautilus 360mm RS AIO Liquid Cooler
• Motherboard:MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI
• Memory (RAM):32GB (2x16GB) DDR5/6000mhz Corsair Vengeance RGB Memory
• PSU (Power Supply):Corsair RM850X 850W
• Primary Storage (NVMe Drives):2TB WD Black SN7100 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

The core specs are confirmed in the following CPU-Z and GPU-Z screenshots:

Gaming performance is impressive at 1440p – particularly in titles such as F1 25 but more so in Cyberpunk 2077 at maximum settings. Performance at 4K is very title-dependant – again using Cyberpunk 2077 as an example, we can see below that the Ultra XT3D struggles to maintain high frame rates when playing this title without any form of scaling or frame generation. Turning these features on however, does dramatically increase performance, while still maintaining a decent level of fidelity when using FSR 3's Quality preset.

A selection of screenshots highlighting gaming performance are below, but for full details of all games tested, check out our full video review on YouTube.

F1 25 (1440p)

Cyberpunk 2077 (1440p)

Cyberpunk 2077 (4K)

Cyberpunk 2077 (4K – with FSR 3 Quality and Frame Generation ON)

Hogwarts Legacy (4K)

The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remastered (4K – with FSR 3 Quality and Frame Generation ON)

Closing Thoughts

The Ultra XT3D desktop is very well balanced when looking at performance. The pairing of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card deliver impressive performance at 1440p with maximum graphics settings. Performance does expectedly take a substantial hit when increasing the resolution to 4K, but this is easily remedied with the addition of FSR and frame generation. While I appreciate that frame generation does divide opinion, the performance recorded in this review does a good job of highlighting its use case and how it can benefit high resolution gaming, especially in single player titles such as Cyberpunk 2077.

It's clear that the build process of the Ultra XT3D has been carried out with a lot of care and attention to detail – cable management is excellent and pre-delivery configuration was perfect with EXPO being enabled out of the box and all required drivers being installed and mostly up to date.

Visually, the component selection feels just slightly mismatched. Both the memory and case include ARGB lighting, yet they’ve been paired with a non-RGB AIO CPU cooler. Opting for a consistent approach by either fully embracing RGB or going with a clean, blackout aesthetic might have resulted in a more cohesive look. We don't see many stealthy, non-RGB prebuilt systems and this could have been something that stood out in that regard.

Overall though, this is a great system and with a few tweaks could have been one of the best we've seen.

For details of synthetic benchmarks, power usage, noise and temperatures check out our full video review on YouTube.

You can buy the Ultra XT3D desktop directly from CyberPowerPC for £1999.20 HERE.

Pros:

• Great gaming performance at 1440p and good for 4K gaming (with FSR and FG in some titles).
• Well balanced spec.
• Excellent quality of build and cable management.
• Very competitive pricing when compared to building the same spec.
• No issues with setup or config out of the box.

Cons:

• Memory, although not terrible, could have slightly tighter CL timings.
• RGB balance is a little off with RGB memory and case but a non-RGB CPU cooler.

KitGuru says: The Ultra XT3D is an excellent prebuilt gaming desktop, which is priced very competitively when compared to building the same spec system.

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Sony PlayStation has unveiled its first wireless fight stick codenamed “Project Defiant”. This new controller aims to empower fighting game enthusiasts with enhanced flexibility, offering wireless connectivity using the PlayStation Link technology and a traditional wired connection.

Project Defiant has been designed from the ground up specifically for fighting games, featuring a high-quality digital stick crafted by Sony PlayStation itself. Gamers will appreciate the toolless interchangeable restrictor gates (including square, round, and octagon options) for the stick, the buttons with mechanical switches, and even a touch pad akin to the familiar DualSense wireless controller. The controller incorporates a dedicated storage compartment for the restrictor gates and a PS Link USB converter for convenience and portability. Like DualSense controllers, Project Defiant will allow users to remotely wake up their PlayStation 5 with a press and hold of the PS button.

The new controller offers wireless connectivity using PlayStation Link technology. This proprietary wireless solution ensures ultra-low latency communication, which is critical for fighting games where every millisecond counts. Compatible with both PS5 and PC, PS Link ensures low response times to every button press and digital stick movement, allowing players to perfect their input timing. For those who prefer a traditional setup, a wired USB-C connection is also available for immediate plug-and-play functionality.

Project Defiant will have a carrying case to facilitate easy transport, thoughtfully designed with a lever gap to protect the digital stick during transit. Sony Interactive Entertainment has indicated that more information about Project Defiant will be revealed in the coming months, including its final product name and exact launch date (scheduled for 2026).

KitGuru says: Are you a fighting games fan? Have you ever bought a fight stick? 

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Each week, the Epic Games Store gives away a title or two for free to all those with an Epic Games account. During the Summer period, the digital store has been offering some pretty big games – with this week’s titles including Arkane Lyon’s Deathloop.

Available to add to your library from now until the 12th of June at 4PM UK time, Deathloop is a stylish, fun and replayable stealth-focused immersive sim from Arkane Lyon – the team behind Dishonored and the upcoming Blade (but NOT Redfall).

A spiritual successor of sorts to Dishonored, Deathloop offers similar levels of creativity and freedom while twisting the formula with a rogue-lite styled gameplay loop; making for an excellent overall experience.

Ogu and the Secret Forest meanwhile is a hand-drawn 2D adventure game in which you’ll “Befriend bouncy characters and defeat strange creatures to unravel the mystery of the charming world.”

Both Deathloop and Ogu and the Secret Forest are available to claim right now – and will remain so until the 12th of June, at which point they will be replaced by the quirky strategy-sim game Two Point Hospital.

KitGuru says: What do you think of this week’s offerings? Did you enjoy Deathloop’s gameplay ‘loop’? Let us know down below.

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Forza Horizon 5 is one of the biggest racing games around, with the 2021 title seeing well over 45 million players as of earlier this year. Despite its age, upon its release for PlayStation in late April the game has sold like hotcakes – with it having now surpassed the total PS5 sales of Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Back in early May – mere days following the release of the game on PlayStation 5 – Forza Horizon 5 was confirmed to have sold 1 million copies on the platform. Since then, momentum has only continued, with Alinea Analytics confirming that the racing title has now sold 2.2 million copies on PS5.

While in and of itself an impressive feat, what is perhaps more surprising is that the game has now surpassed Assassin’s Creed Shadows when it comes to total units sales on the platform.

 

Despite launching a month earlier, Assassin’s Creed Shadows sales have plateaued somewhat – resting at 1.8 million copies on PS5. By the 15th of May, Forza Horizon 5 had already surpassed Shadows.

Of course, it is worth noting that these are two very different games with very different audiences (at slightly different price points), and so comparisons aren’t necessarily 1:1. Still, the rapid and continuing success of Forza on PlayStation is interesting to see.

KitGuru says: What do you think of Forza’s performance on PS5? Are you surprised by how quickly it’s selling? How many units do you think the game sold on PC / Xbox? Let us know down below.

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Looking for a chair that will win you over with adjustability, quality of materials and support rather than an overly aggressive design? The ThunderX3 FLEX Pro might be just what you are after, with a minimal, professional and functional aesthetic, featuring a generous warranty to top it off.

In the wake of its release last year, Team Asobi have kept their game of the year-winning platformer ‘Astro Bot’ fresh with new content on a semi-regular basis. Following the last free DLC released in February, the game is set to get 5 new levels added for free next month – bringing the total number to 90.

Announced during the most recent State of Play – and expanded upon via the PlayStation Blog – Team Asobi’s studio head Nicolas Doucet officially unveiled Astro Bot’s next free update, writing:

“We are delighted to announce yet more additional content landing in Astro Bot this July 10 at 2:00pm GMT. Indeed, 5 brand new levels will make their way into the game as part of the Vicious Void Galaxy, bringing the total number of levels in Astro Bot to a whopping 90+! As with our last update, these 5 levels will require you to pull every bit of skill together to complete so hang on to your DualSense Controller and dive in!”

Speaking of the DualSense, one of the PS5’s best limited edition controllers is set to return, with “an updated version of the Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense wireless controller…launching later this year,” featuring “a new joyful twist to the touch pad!”

Astro Bot was definitely one of the most jolly games to release in 2024, and so it is exciting to see the undisputed GOTY winner get even better with time.

KitGuru says: Are you looking forward to the new levels? What do you think the special rescue bots will be? Could the new DualSense feature animated eyes on the touchpad? Let us know down below.

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Sony has used its State of Play showcases in the past in order to announce and detail some of the company’s more significant PlayStation Plus titles. During the most recent event, the console maker confirmed around half a dozen classics which are set to come to the service this Summer – alongside a surprise day-one PS Plus inclusion.

During the most recent State of Play, Sony officially teased some of the games set to drop onto PlayStation Plus over the coming months. First, on the classics front, PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers will receive a solid selection of titles – with the following being officially announced:

• Deus Ex: The Conspiracy – 17th June
• Twisted Metal 3 – 15th July
• Twisted Metal 4 – 15th July
• Resident Evil 2 – Summer
• Resident Evil 3 – Summer

Perhaps the most exciting announcement however was the confirmation that Sword of the Sea – the next game from Giant Squid – will be a day-one PlayStation Plus Extra addition.

For the uninitiated, Giant Squid was founded in 2013 by Matt Nava, who served as art director for both Flower and Journey by ThatGameCompany. Since then, the team have released two projects: ABZU and The Pathless – both of which feature excellent visuals, satisfying gameplay and unique vibes.

Sword of the Sea looks to be the team’s best work yet, and so it is exciting to see that millions will be able to enjoy the game for ‘free’ when it launches on the 19th of August.

KitGuru says: What do you think of PlayStation Plus in 2025? Do you appreciate the occasional day-one addition? Which of the classics are you most looking forward to playing again? Let us know down below.

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Tetris Effect is one of the most engaging games in recent history, taking the scientifically addictive and satisfying time-based puzzle stylings of the original game and expanding upon it with beautiful music, mesmerising visuals and engaging feedback. Developed by Enhance, the team are now tackling another classic puzzler with Lumines Arise.

Announced during the most recent PlayStation State of Play (and expanded upon via a blog post), Takashi Ishihara – the director at Enhance – officially unveiled their next project: Lumines Arise, writing:

“Life is rhythmic. It has a pulse. We, as living beings, experience highs and lows. Sometimes together, other times alone. Games have the power to tap directly into that rhythm, stimulating all your senses to put you into a flow state. Everything around you disappears, and you fall into the game’s world. When this happens, it’s a magical feeling that can stir powerful emotions within you. You’re going to feel that in spades with Lumines Arise.”

For the uninitiated, Lumines was a PlayStation Portable puzzler which takes clear inspiration from Tetris (with its block-styled gameplay and mechanics) while switching the formula to its side and adding a more direct rhythmic requirement.

Given its similarities to Tetris, having Enhance reimagine Lumines as they did with Tetris Effect feels like the perfect combination of developer and IP.

Arriving later this year in the Fall, Lumines Arise is coming to PS5 and PSVR2 – with a demo scheduled for some time this Summer.

KitGuru sys: What did you think of the State of Play? What was your favourite announcement? What other games would you like to see get the Tetris Effect treatment? Let us know down below.

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When Sony first showed off the PlayStation 5 at the company’s ‘Future of Gaming’ showcase back in 2020, one of the most interesting titles announced was Capcom’s PRAGMAMA. In the 5 years since, the game has seen quite a few delays – going from a planned 2022 release, to 2023 and then an indefinite delay. Finally, PRAGMATA has resurfaced, showing off a bunch of gameplay and an official release year.

Announced during the most recent State of Play (and elaborated upon further via the PlayStation Blog), Cho Yonghee – the director for PRAGMATA at Capcom – wrote:

“To everyone who has been waiting so patiently for an update, and to those of you joining us today for the first time, it’s my great pleasure to be here with you.”

Described as “an all-new science fiction adventure with its own unique twist of action and strategy” we got our first proper taste of gameplay and how the dual protagonist mechanics will function.

As mentioned, PRAGMATA was first announced during the initial PS5 reveal event with a 2022 release year. Then, in late 2021 the game was pushed back to 2023 citing their desires to “ensure this will be an unforgettable adventure.”

Following this, Capcom delayed the game one more time, back during the Summer of 2023 – this time offering neither a release window nor even a release year.

Given how long ago the game was first announced, and the relative lack of updates, the re-announcement of PRAGMATA came as quite a surprise – but a welcome one to be sure.

Of course, development is far from over, and so there’s no point counting your chickens before they hatch. That said, given the fact that Capcom is confident enough to give PRAGMATA a release year, hopefully the game is indeed finally nearing completion.

KitGuru says: Were you looking forward to PRAGMATA when it was first announced? Will the game manage to hit its 2026 target? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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2025 has been somewhat of a tumultuous year in the graphics market. Product shortages, rising prices, economic unknowns, and a strange combination of consumer apathy and strong end user demand. NVIDIA started…

If you have a relatively small lawn with few, if any, islands, features, or obstacles, the Redkey MCG1000 robot lawn mower is an affordable, if minimally specced, option — if you can get it to work.


We've all become accustomed to the idea of little robots that clean our homes, but mowing the lawn is still a relatively new use of the same technology. Many options can cost thousands of dollars on the market, but Redkey has found a way to get their product well under the $1,000 mark.

The Redkey MGC 1000 is a robot lawn mower that can cover a quarter acre of yard space. It mows only within the included 590 feet of boundary wire, and customers can't add any more than that to a single charging station.


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Tired of juggling between Apple Notes and Calculator? A math feature in iOS 18 lets you solve equations instantly with just a quick settings tweak.


If you're like most people, the Apple Notes app on your iPhone is a go-to for jotting down ideas, to-do lists, and even the occasional math equation. It's quick, convenient, and always just a tap away. But Notes can actually solve equations for you.

The new math result feature in iOS 18's Notes app transforms how you handle equations during note-taking. Instead of relying on a separate calculator or switching apps mid-task, Notes can now recognize, calculate, and display results directly in your document.


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