Hardware News

Nvidia continues to deny that its GeForce RTX 5090 has been discontinued, but new information from its board partners suggests the flagship gaming GPU may be nearing the end of its production life. According to YouTube hardware creator Roman Hartung, better known as der8auer, manufacturers can no longer order the components needed to build new cards, and even the backorders previously used to navigate supply shortages are no longer an option. In his latest investigation, der8auer shared...

ASUS has introduced a themed version of its TUF Gaming Radeon RX 9070 XT, created in collaboration with AMD and Capcom to celebrate Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The special-edition graphics card combines the familiar RDNA 4 hardware with a samurai-inspired design, although ASUS has yet to announce pricing or a general release date. The card was first shown at Gamescom in August before making another appearance at Tokyo Game Show in September. Its blue-and-gold color scheme draws inspiration from...

Logitech has officially revealed a new MX Master 4 Special Edition, following an earlier leak that hinted at a different design. Rather than introducing new hardware, the limited-edition mouse gives the company's productivity flagship a developer-inspired makeover, complete with programming references and bright green accents. The MX Master 4 Special Edition costs $119.99 / €129,99 / £119.99, matching the price of the standard model. Pre-orders are now open, with shipping expected to begin on October 30. Logitech describes the...

Asus has teamed up with S-GAME to launch a Phantom Blade Zero-themed version of its ROG NUC 16 gaming mini PC, combining a compact design with high-end laptop hardware. The special edition packs an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and can be configured with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, although its Chinese pricing puts it firmly in premium territory. The collaboration gives the roughly 3-liter system a distinctive black-and-red makeover inspired by Phantom...

8BitDo has released two special-edition game controllers celebrating 30 years of Tomb Raider, giving its Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox and Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad designs inspired by Lara Croft and the franchise’s history. Announced last month, both models are now available in the US, while UK buyers will have to wait until November. The more expensive Ultimate 3 Controller for Xbox draws inspiration from Lara Croft’s evolving appearance throughout the series. It features a gold-colored shell decorated with...

Philips is expanding its Evnia gaming monitor lineup with the 36M4C5500P, a curved ultrawide display that the company describes as the world's first 36-inch gaming monitor. The new model sits between the more common 34-inch ultrawides and larger 38- or 39-inch alternatives, offering a little extra screen space without moving to a higher resolution. The Evnia 36M4C5500P uses a 1500R curved Fast VA panel with a 21:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 3440 × 1440. Its native refresh rate reaches...

GameSir has launched a special edition of its G7 Pro 8K PC controller inspired by Phantom Blade Zero, S-GAME’s upcoming action game. Previously announced for the Chinese market, the themed controller is now available worldwide through GameSir’s official website, with Amazon sales scheduled to begin on October 29. The GameSir G7 Pro 8K PC × Phantom Blade Zero Edition features several design elements drawn directly from the game. The faceplate depicts the protagonist, Soul, while the grips feature fluorescent...

8BitDo is expanding its arcade controller lineup with the new Arcade Controller Pro, introducing a more compact button layout designed to help players execute inputs quickly and accurately. While it retains the general arrangement of the original Arcade Controller, the Pro model uses smaller buttons and tighter spacing to make rapid inputs and transitions more convenient. The controller features a tempered glass faceplate with 17 buttons, alongside input-mode switches and additional shortcuts along the top edge. Five programmable buttons, labeled...

Corsair is taking a different approach to competitive mouse sensitivity with its new Sabre v3 PRO PureVector lineup, developed in collaboration with Aimlabs. Rather than relying on a single DPI setting for every movement, the new PureVector technology calibrates sensitivity separately for different directions, aiming to account for the natural inconsistencies in how people move their hands. The system combines calibration software and data-driven analysis to build a personalized sensitivity profile without requiring users to adjust individual settings manually....

Sony is bringing premium audio technology to a more affordable price point with its new PlayStation Pulse wireless headset. Arriving on November 19 for $99.99 / €99.99 / £89.99 / ¥15,980, the headset retains one of the biggest selling points of the more expensive Pulse Elite while cutting several of its additional features. Preorders open October 29 across the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the UK, and much of Europe. Buyers can choose between White and Midnight...

AMD is expanding FSR Upscaling 4.1 to older graphics hardware sooner than expected. Released on October 20, the Adrenalin 26.10.1 driver introduces official support for Radeon RX 6000 graphics cards and selected Ryzen APUs, bringing the company's machine learning upscaler to RDNA 2 hardware months ahead of its original early 2027 target. The move follows a similar expansion for Radeon RX 7000 GPUs in June. Those cards gained FSR 4.1 support through Adrenalin 26.6.2, which also...

Pulsar Gaming Gears and VAXEE Corporation have officially launched the Pulsar eS Xlite, a new esports mouse developed through an exclusive partnership between the two companies. Designed for competitive players who prioritize precision, comfort, and responsiveness, the mouse combines an updated ergonomic shape with high-end tracking hardware and an 8,000Hz polling rate. Unlike a limited-run product, the eS Xlite is entering regular production, with Pulsar aiming to make its premium esports equipment widely available. The mouse is priced at $179.95 /...