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Xbox in 2026 — What to expect from Team Green this year, and beyond

It's an interesting, and potentially pivotal year for Xbox in 2026. After a somewhat unprecedented year of negative headlines, Xbox has an opportunity to turn it around this year.

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Total War tackling Warhammer 40,000 while coming to Xbox and PlayStation can be the breakout this series deserves — and I'll remain cautiously excited

Total War: Warhammer 40K is a massive upcoming strategy game, and it could take the franchise to new heights if Creative Assembly pulls it off.

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Windows 11 version 26H1 will launch exclusively on Snapdragon X2 devices this spring

The first PCs with version 26H1 will begin shipping in the spring period, but you'll only find it on PCs powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 platform.

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I thought TMR was only for controllers until I saw this CHERRY keyboard

Seeing TMR turn up in a gaming keyboard at CES 2026 is kinda nifty. CHERRY XTRFY is bringing the latest magnetic tech to its keyboards promising higher precision and ultra-fast wireless performance.

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This custom hardline watercooling concept PC looks amazing — here's what you can actually buy today

At CES 2026, iBUYPOWER unveiled the Trace X Custom Loop Concept PC, a prebuilt with hardline watercooling designed to make custom loops more accessible.

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Former Chief AI Scientist calls Meta's Alexandr Wang "young and inexperienced" — "You certainly don't tell a researcher like me what to do."

Yann LeCun recently revealed details leading up to his abrupt exit from Meta, citing manipulated Llama 4 model benchmark test results, a strained relationship with Mark Zuckerberg, and more.

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Xbox Gear Shop finally gives an update after being closed for five months — something special for Xbox's 25th anniversary?

Nearly half a year ago, the Xbox Gear Shop closed down amidst massive budget cuts, project cancellations, and layoffs at Microsoft. However, the online store has recently updated with a new message saying that it's coming back soon.

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As RAM prices skyrocket and Windows 11 flounders, Linux gains native NVIDIA GeForce NOW support — turning the cloud into a sanctuary for priced-out gamers

Hardware costs are rising and Windows 11 is struggling. NVIDIA's native Linux app offers a cloud-based escape for gamers priced out of upgrades.

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Lenovo's new mini PC is so small we thought it was a speakerphone — AI smarts, Wi-Fi sensing, and Windows Hello are just the start

Lenovo just introduced a new Yoga Mini i PC at CES 2026, equipped with Intel's latest Core Ultra Series 3 chips. It's incredibly small, yet it packs in a ton of nifty features.

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Lenovo makes its first major gaming innovation in years — Rollable OLED ultrawide screen tech is coming to Legion laptops

Lenovo has moved its rollable screen tech from ThinkBook to Legion, and those who wish their laptop had an ultrawide display will certainly want to check this one out.

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Lenovo's new ultralight laptop blew us away — just 975 grams with a gorgeous Yoga aesthetic

Laptops keep getting thinner and lighter, but Lenovo is pushing that notion to the extreme with its new Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition PC just announced at CES 2026.

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Lenovo's new Yoga AIO appears to float on lights — Is this the ultimate Copilot+ PC for creators?

Lenovo just introduced the new Yoga AIO i Aura Edition with a specialized design that I've never seen before. With a 32-inch 4K OLED display and plenty of power, this should be a great choice for creators.

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New SteamOS Legion Go 2 finally solves the biggest gripe with Lenovo's flagship handheld gaming PC — but also removes support for one of my favorite features

Three months after the release of the Windows Legion Go 2, Levovo has announced that its flagship handheld gaming PC is getting a SteamOS variant. It's a premium portable gaming device, that comes with a premium cost.

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Here's why you won't see HP gaming laptops anymore — thankfully, this change makes a whole lot of sense

There are no HP OMEN gaming laptops at CES 2026, but the reason for that is different from what you might think. The HP OMEN line of gaming hardware is now under a new name, but the change makes sense.

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Splitgate 2 dev responds to player count concerns as Steam charts show low numbers after 'Arena Reloaded' relaunch — "They don't show the full picture"

Splitgate 2 — now Splitgate: Arena Reloaded — has struggled after its December relaunch. Now, the devs have responded to talk about its low player count.

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Finally, a handheld gaming PC with some color — MSI reveals the Glacier Blue Edition of the Claw 8 AI+, but good luck finding one

MSI revealed a new Glacier Blue Edition of its Claw 8 AI+ handheld gaming PC. It's super cool looking, especially among a sea of black and white handhelds. The problem will be getting your hands on it.

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PSA: If Fallout Season 2 has you playing New Vegas, these mods are a must — I'll never play without them again

If Season 2 of Fallout has you playing New Vegas, then you should absolutely be using the Viva New Vegas modding guide. Here's why.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 01 Reloaded preload on Battle.net is halted due to "unusually large download sizes"

Season 01 Reloaded for Black Ops 7 and Warzone goes live on January 8, and the preload that was live has now been halted.

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This fan-favorite action game is finally getting a physical release on Xbox, PS5 — here's the release date for preorders of its limited run

Tango Gameworks' beloved rhythm-action game Hi-Fi Rush is finally getting physical copies this year, three years after the title originally came out.

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5 MORE great ID@Xbox titles — perfect for your holiday Xbox Gift Card

A Game About Digging a Hole, Fort Solis, ROUTINE, Thank Goodness You're Here! and Wylde Flowers draw our attention as standout titles released via ID@Xbox in January 2026.

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ASUS unveils refreshed ZenBook S14 and ZenBook S16 with Intel Panther Lake and AMD Gorgon Point chips — delivering improved performance and battery life

The ASUS ZenBook S14 and ZenBook S16 have been refreshed for 2026, now rocking the latest silicon from Intel and AMD, an updated lid design, and improved performance and battery life.

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CES 2026: Our favorite dual-screen laptop just got even better — NVIDIA RTX GPU for gamers and creators

During CES 2026, ASUS not only announced its refresh for the Zenbook Duo, but also revealed a brand new Zephyrus Duo with an NVIDIA RTX graphics card. Here's how they compare.

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ASUS introduces the Zenbook A16, a newly expanded 16‑inch option that joins the lineup — and it's the fastest Qualcomm laptop ever

At CES 2026, ASUS refreshed the awesome Zenbook A14 — and announced a new, ultra-light 16-inch version powered by Qualcomm's most powerful laptop chips yet.

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You won't see Acer Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs at CES 2026 — I asked why, and this is what a PR representative told me

Acer previously revealed three handheld gaming PCs, but none of them are at CES 2026. Here's what an Acer PR representative told me when I asked about these devices.

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Xbox Game Pass for January 2026 is looking rather hot — with Resident Evil Village as the headline act

A lot of variety is about to drop for Xbox Game Pass in January 2026, but is it worth $30?

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