gaming hardware

As Nvidia redefines its support timeline for GeForce drivers on Windows 10, millions of PC gamers, creators, and enterprise users find themselves gifted a much-needed reprieve in the fast-evolving landscape of operating systems and hardware compatibility. Today, Nvidia’s latest...

Navigating the shifting landscape of portable PC gaming has never been more exciting, or more complex. The rise of specialized handheld devices like the Lenovo Legion Go S has energized a new wave of hardware innovation, yet it has also exposed acute contrasts in user experience between...

Nvidia's forthcoming N1X system-on-chip (SoC) has recently surfaced in benchmark databases, revealing intriguing yet perplexing performance metrics. Despite boasting a substantial 6,144 CUDA cores—equivalent to the desktop RTX 5070—the N1X's integrated GPU (iGPU) delivered performance levels...

The rise of the handheld gaming PC has transformed how enthusiasts, casual gamers, and even professionals interact with their favorite titles on the go. With each new iteration, the quest for the “ultimate portable gaming solution” intensifies, spurred by demand from consumers who want...

Windows users who count their rigs as both productivity hubs and gaming battlestations know the paradox well: every major Windows update promises smoother experiences, dazzling new features, and performance boosts, yet the reality is rarely so serene for those with complex software ecosystems...

In a significant step for both mainstream and enthusiast PC gamers, Microsoft has at last removed a long-standing compatibility block that restricted select systems from upgrading to Windows 11 version 24H2—a move that opens the latest Windows experience to a broader array of devices, many of...

The collaboration between Nvidia and MediaTek, aimed at redefining high-performance laptop gaming with a revolutionary Arm-based processor, has encountered a substantial setback—its eagerly awaited debut is now postponed until late 2026 or early 2027. This delay represents more than a slip in...

As the digital landscape rapidly evolves, some changes signal seismic shifts in how communities interact with their favorite games. This year, one such signal arrives from Square Enix, the powerhouse developer behind Final Fantasy 14 (FFXIV)—an MMORPG that has captivated millions. The...

Square Enix has officially confirmed that support for Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) on Windows 10 will come to an end on October 14, 2025, a date synchronizing precisely with Microsoft’s own termination of security updates for the aging operating system. For millions of FFXIV players on PC, this...

On October 14, 2025, the world of PC gaming will witness a significant shift: Square Enix is officially ending support for Final Fantasy XIV on Windows 10. This move arrives on the heels of Microsoft’s declared end of security updates and official support for the operating system, which marks...

With Square Enix’s recent announcement that official support for Final Fantasy XIV on Windows 10 will cease after October 14, 2025, a critical inflection point looms for not just FFXIV’s passionate player base, but for a significant portion of PC gamers still tied to Microsoft’s aging operating...

For many long-time fans of Final Fantasy 14, the approach of autumn brings a bittersweet change that marks a new era for both the game and its vast community. On October 14, a significant support milestone will take place: Square Enix will end full support for Final Fantasy 14 on Windows 10...

The emergence of handheld gaming PCs has redefined portable entertainment, and Microsoft’s response with Windows 11’s dedicated handheld gaming UI marks a significant evolution not only for Windows enthusiasts but for the broader gaming hardware landscape. Signs that a streamlined...

Here's a summary and some clear steps based on your information: Problem: On the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5702 (KB5062653), some users experience their PC "bugchecking" (crashing/BSOD) when using Xbox controllers via Bluetooth. This may also affect some third-party...

Gamers across the globe continue to embrace Windows 11 in ever-rising numbers, with the latest Steam Hardware and Software Survey illuminating a seismic shift not just from Windows 10, but from alternative operating systems as well. Now, with Windows 11 firmly established as the foremost single...

The steady transformation of the Xbox brand from a traditional console-centric model into a cross-platform ecosystem is perhaps the most consequential story in modern gaming, and Microsoft’s recent partnership with Asus to launch the Xbox ROG Ally handheld further highlights the seismic shifts...

In the rapidly evolving world of portable PC gaming, few developments have sparked as much debate—or excitement—among enthusiasts as the ascent of SteamOS over Microsoft’s once-unassailable Windows operating system. Recent benchmark studies performed on the Lenovo Legion Go S, a conspicuously...

Recent benchmarks have revealed that SteamOS, Valve's Linux-based operating system, delivers superior gaming performance and battery efficiency compared to Windows 11 on Lenovo's Legion Go S handheld gaming device. This development marks a significant shift in the handheld gaming landscape...

Recent performance benchmarks have revealed that SteamOS significantly outperforms Windows 11 on the Lenovo Legion Go S handheld gaming device. This development underscores the growing viability of Linux-based operating systems in the gaming industry, particularly for portable devices...

Steam gaming on Linux was once a niche dream, discussed in hushed tones on specialist forums and relegated to the experimental corners of open-source communities. For decades, Microsoft’s Windows dominated PC gaming almost entirely, offering a predictable ecosystem where drivers, software, and...