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Switch 2 can transform Joy-Con into a computer mouse?

10-Feb-2025, 8:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

A recent patent related to the Switch 2 seems to validate rumors that the Joy-Con controllers can be used as fully functional computer mice.

Rumors suggesting that the Nintendo Switch 2 will enable players to utilize the Joy-Con controllers as computer mice have been seemingly confirmed by two newly published patents. These patents, submitted in Japan in August 2023, feature comprehensive diagrams of the Switch 2 and Joy-Con, including illustrations depicting the Joy-Con being used as an unconventional input device—lying face-down on a surface with fingers resting on the buttons. The patent documentation also notes the incorporation of light sensors on...

ASUS has unveiled the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Dhahab Edition GPU

07-Feb-2025, 7:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Presenting the ASUS ROG Astral RTX 5090 Dhahab OC Edition.

ASUS has introduced a new version of their ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090, influenced by Middle Eastern aesthetics and featuring Arabic script alongside a gold color scheme. Nvidia’s RTX 5090 holds the title of the most costly consumer GPU globally, while ASUS’ ROG Astral is already a high-end variant of this graphics card. Clearly, the design draws inspiration from Middle Eastern opulence, prominently showcasing golden elements throughout the card. These golden touches are evident on the casing, backplate, fan decals,...

Humankind and Beyond Blue are currently free on the Epic Games Store

07-Feb-2025, 5:00 am manhkbrady Free Games Ended

PC gamers can claim both titles for free right now.

A new free game offer has just appeared on the Epic Games Store, allowing PC gamers to claim a copy of Beyond Blue and Humankind at no cost. This latest deal replaces the Undying giveaway that has been available since last Thursday. As is customary, you have until next Thursday to secure these games for your library permanently. Beyond Blue, developed by E-Line Media, the same studio behind Never Alone, is a narrative adventure that immerses you...

New AMD Radeon RX 9070 graphics cards are set to launch in early March

06-Feb-2025, 6:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD CEO Lisa Su has confirmed that RDNA 4 will launch in early March.

During AMD’s Q4 2024 earnings call, CEO Lisa Su announced that the company plans to launch its first RDNA 4 GPUs in “early March.” AMD aims to focus on the “highest volume segment of the enthusiast gaming market” with the new Radeon RX 9070 series GPUs. Lisa Su stated that these upcoming GPUs will “deliver high-quality 4K gaming to mainstream players.” This achievement is thanks to AMD's enhancements in AI and ray tracing capabilities. Additionally, AMD's new AI-driven upscaling...

Leaked specs of Intel's Nova Lake CPUs suggest a significant performance boost

06-Feb-2025, 4:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

A leak indicates that Intel’s Nova Lake CPUs could feature double the core count, with 16 P-cores and 32 E-cores.

In the most recent earnings call, Intel announced that their upcoming "Nova Lake" desktop processors are set to debut in 2026. Recent leaks suggest that these new CPUs are intended to provide a significant enhancement in overall CPU performance. The number of cores is expected to double compared to the current Arrow Lake desktop CPUs, allowing for as many as 16 P-cores and 32 E-cores. Intel seems to have embraced multi-threaded performance enhancement. To bring you up to speed,...

DLSS 4 support at launch for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and many other games

05-Feb-2025, 9:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 benefits from DLSS 4 support through Nvidia’s DLSS Override feature.

After the introduction of NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA revealed that PC gamers can take advantage of the DLSS Override feature available in the NVIDIA app to enable the new transformer AI model and even Multi Frame Generation in the demo for The First Berserker: Khazan. Of course, Multi Frame Generation will only be available to those who possess the latest GeForce RTX 50 graphics cards, like the RTX 5090 or RTX 5080 (with the RTX...

Humble has released a huge DLC bundle for Bungie’s MMO shooter Destiny 2

05-Feb-2025, 6:30 am manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Humble Destiny 2: The Story So Far 2025 Bundle delivers the ultimate Light & Darkness collection. Just a quick note—the base game is free-to-play.

Since its debut in 2017, Destiny 2 has been known for its challenging entry point, largely due to its varied releases that can leave newcomers puzzled about what to expect. Fortunately, Humble has offered a simple solution by bundling every available piece of Destiny 2 content into one $30/£24.68/29,28€ package. This is ideal for new players eager to delve into the latest chapter of the ongoing Destiny saga. Not sure if it's for you? Check out the base game for...

Steam Idler Fest is now live with tons of discounts and demos to check out

04-Feb-2025, 9:30 am manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Steam Idler Fest provides discounts and demos for auto-play games, making it convenient if you need to step away.

Pass the time with premier idlers at discounted rates. Steam's recent festival features all your beloved Cookie, Cat, and Kiwi Clickers at reduced prices! If you've been away and haven't heard, Steam is currently running the Idler Fest, which is filled with demos, price cuts, and upcoming titles that “play themselves.” Check out Valve's official trailer below:...

NUC is changing as ASUS prepares a version powered by AMD Strix Halo

04-Feb-2025, 12:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

NUC today is different from the NUC of the past—it no longer belongs to Intel, giving ASUS the freedom to innovate.

Now, a NUC powered by an AMD Strix Halo processor may be on the way. Since July 2023, when Intel transferred the rights and responsibilities for developing future NUC products, users have seen new iterations of these compact computers, such as the ROG NUC and NUC 14. However, according to recent reports, the NUC may no longer be what it once was. ASUS is reportedly preparing a mini PC that still carries the NUC name but is powered by...

Does RTX 5080 fall short compared to its predecessor, the RTX 4080 Super?

03-Feb-2025, 2:30 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

The recent release of the RTX 5080 graphics card has caught many off guard by underperforming relative to the RTX 4080 in gaming.

Nvidia has unveiled its latest line of graphics cards, which includes the RTX 5080 priced at $1,000. However, this premium model is generating confusion among users due to its performance not being significantly better—in several instances, it even underperforms compared to its predecessor, the RTX 4080 Super. Latest performance evaluations show that the RTX 5080 is merely around 8% quicker than the RTX 4080 Super—a rather limited enhancement against what was anticipated. In particular, games such as...

Nvidia's Smooth Motion feature is set to be available for RTX 40 series GPUs

03-Feb-2025, 1:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

The introduction of Smooth Motion support for RTX 40 series GPUs is imminent, and it won’t remain exclusive to the RTX 50 series for long.

With the launch of the GeForce 572.16 WHQL drivers for Windows PCs, Nvidia incorporated “Smooth Motion” support into their Nvidia App. This new functionality is currently exclusive to the RTX 50 series and can produce AI-generated frames between traditionally rendered frames. This feature serves as Nvidia’s response to AMD’s Fluid Motion Frames 2 technology, and the company has announced that support for this capability will soon extend to RTX 40 series graphics cards. Smooth Motion has the...

AMD addresses Radeon RX 9070 XT starting price rumor

31-Jan-2025, 6:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Frank Azor confirms that the Radeon RX 9070 XT will be priced below $899.

Earlier this week, a report from WccfTech suggested that AMD was contemplating price points of $899 and $749 for their Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs. In reaction to this article, AMD’s Frank Azor, their Chief Architect of Gaming Solutions and Gaming Marketing, stated that these pricing estimates were “never part of the plan.” Essentially, AMD dismissed these rumors. AMD aims to unveil their new RDNA 4 GPUs in March. According to leaked specifications, AMD’s Radeon...

Nvidia’s newest GPU driver enables DLSS 4 in games and applications

31-Jan-2025, 6:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

With the RTX 50 series launching today, Nvidia is also rolling out exciting updates for current RTX owners.

With the launch of their RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 graphics cards, Nvidia has introduced the GeForce 572.16 WHQL drivers for Windows 10/11 systems. These drivers come packed with an array of new features for Nvidia GeForce RTX graphics cards, such as DLSS Override support, enhancements to RTX Video Super Resolution, and more. The DLSS Override allows Nvidia GPUs to upgrade compatible games to the latest DLSS versions. This feature provides improved image quality for users with RTX...

Epic Games Store is offering the unique zombie survival game Undying for free to claim

30-Jan-2025, 8:00 pm manhkbrady Free Games Ended

The Epic Games Store is offering a new game for free download.

A week has passed since the last giveaway on the Epic Games Store, and, as expected, a new free game has been introduced. Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery has been taken off the list, making way for Undying, an innovative survival title from indie developer Vanimals. Set in a zombie-infested post-apocalyptic environment, the game puts players in the role of a mother and her child navigating this bleak world. The gameplay focuses on teaching the son how to...

Fanatical's newest bundle offers major discounts on 18 games ahead of Steam Spring Sale

30-Jan-2025, 7:30 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Fanatical has recently introduced a new gaming bundle showcasing a collection of intense and challenging titles from various genres.

The Spring Sale marks the first significant Steam sale of the year, and gamers are eagerly anticipating its arrival. It is set to begin during the second week of March, offering substantial savings on popular games. However, if you can’t wait for the sale to begin and want to explore some games now, consider the Ruthless Bundle from Fanatical, which provides a large selection of games at an affordable price. With three different pricing options, Fanatical's Build Your Own Ruthless Bundle...

Save up to 90% on EA games during Steam's Lunar New Year Sale

29-Jan-2025, 6:30 am manhkbrady Hot Deals Ended

Whether you're a casual or hardcore gamer, there's something for everyone.

The Steam Lunar New Year 2025 Sale has just begun, showcasing a range of Electronic Arts games at significant discounts. If you're looking to grow your collection of EA titles, now is an excellent time to do so. Below are some standout deals, along with the full list of offers. As anticipated in an EA sale, there are substantial savings to be had. Even if you're on a tight budget, there are fantastic games available. For example, Alice: Madness Returns...

ASUS Q-release Slim mechanism causes physical damage to the PCIe pins of GPUs

27-Jan-2025, 7:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

One of the new features on ASUS 800 Series motherboards has been reported to cause physical damage to other components in the system.

In recent years, motherboard makers have been working to simplify the PC building process. ASUS has been rolling out Q-series features on their motherboards, aimed at making assembly quicker (hence the Q) and more straightforward. However, the introduction of ASUS’ new PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim feature has gotten the company into some trouble. The concept behind ASUS’ PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim feature is straightforward. It aims to simplify the removal of graphics cards from motherboards by eliminating the need for retention...

Seagate breaks records with massive 36 TB HDD

27-Jan-2025, 6:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Not stopping at 36 TB, Seagate has even bigger plans with a 60 TB hard drive set to debut soon.

The race for hard drive capacity is heating up as Seagate has shattered the record for the world's largest HDD with its new 36 TB Exos M model. The company has also revealed plans to launch a 60 TB hard drive in the near future. Just one month after introducing a 32 TB hard drive, Seagate has once again impressed the industry with the Exos M 36 TB, which is now the largest-capacity HDD on the market. This new drive...

Nvidia may be developing a 96GB VRAM graphics card, likely not for gamers

24-Jan-2025, 9:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

The highest-end workstation card in the Blackwell line could potentially include 96GB of RAM.

The RTX 50 series from Nvidia is set to launch at the end of this month, beginning with the RTX 5090 and 5080 models. While the RTX 5080 retains the same 16GB memory as its earlier version, it upgrades to GDDR7, whereas the new top-tier model boasts an impressive 32GB of VRAM, sufficient for both gaming and professional tasks. Recently, the topic of VRAM has gained traction, especially as modern AAA games demand increasingly more memory, prompting lower-end...

Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery is available to claim for free on the Epic Games Store

24-Jan-2025, 5:00 am manhkbrady Free Games Ended

A new free game is now available on the Epic Games Store.

The Epic Games Store has introduced another free offer for PC gamers. The previous giveaway of Escape Academy has now been replaced by the game Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery. This particular title has not been available on the Epic Games Store before. As is customary, you have a week to secure it for your library permanently. The new free game from the Epic Games Store was released in 2021 and has become somewhat of a fan favorite...

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