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Asus crams two GTX 1080 graphics chips into new GX800 laptop for PC gamers

The Republic of Gamers arm of Asus revealed the GX800 laptop packing two GeForce GTX 1080 graphics chips and an external dock to liquid cool the components.
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Starry Station review

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Thrustmaster's new racing wheel for PC gamers will cost a hefty $500

Thrustmaster will soon offer the TS-PC Racer, a racing wheel for PC gamers sporting a new engine and an "open wheel" design. It won't come cheap, however.
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CNC Design’s Nintendo Switch replica is nearly identical to the real thing

CNC Design recently published a video showing how they created a near-exact replica of the upcoming Nintendo Switch hybrid console. It doesn't play games.
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SpaceX wants to cover the globe with gigabit Wi-Fi using a fleet of satellites

An application filed with the Federal Communications Commission reveals that SpaceX wants to launch a fleet of satellites to provide global gigabit Wi-Fi.
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System76 updates its 15.6-inch Orynx Pro Ubuntu laptop with a 4K ‘retina’ screen

System76 recently updated the specs of its 15.6-inch Ubuntu-based Orynx Pro laptop with an option to add an HiDPI screen with a 3,840 x 2,160 resolution.
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AMD outs a new driver optimized for 'Civilization VI,' fixes 'Titanfall 2' bug

AMD released a new driver for its Radeon graphics cards that is optimized for Sid Meier’s 'Civilization VI' on PC, and fixes an issue with 'Titanfall 2.'
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All games are developed for high-end PCs first and then tuned down, EA admits

Electronic Arts CFO Blake Jorgensen recently admitted that the company develops games for high-end PCs first, and then tunes them down for consoles.
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The latest SteamVR release has a long-awaited feature for the VR gaming masses

Valve Software released a new general release of its SteamVR platform offering lots of new features, one of which is support for asynchronous reprojection.
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Mozilla’s latest version of Firefox hits 50, but shows no sign of aging

Mozilla released version 50 of its Firefox browser to the masses, but don't expect a huge load of features as part of the celebration.
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Xbox Scorpio will cost more than Xbox One S, Phil Spencer confirms

Microsoft's Phil Spencer confirmed that the upcoming Xbox Scorpio console will indeed cost more than the current Xbox One S model. It's a premium product.
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‘Watch Dogs 2’ and ‘Steep’ for PC to support Tobii’s eye-tracking tech at launch

Tobii and Ubisoft announced on Wednesday that eye-tracking technology will be included in the upcoming games Watch Dogs 2 and Steep for PC at launch.
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HoloMaps hits Microsoft’s HoloLens headset with 3D maps and remote collaboration

Taqtile launched HoloMaps, a tool for HoloLens that generates holograms of maps, cities, and landmarks while piping in geolocated data in the process.
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EA can’t predict the future for Nintendo’s upcoming Switch hybrid game console

During a recent conference, Electronic Arts CFO Blake Jogensen couldn't predict how Nintendo's new Switch console will have on gamers.
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HP crams a CAD-focused workstation into a gaming console box with the Z2 Mini

HP introduced the Z2 Mini Workstation on Tuesday, a CAD-focused solution that seemingly crams the typical tower workstation into a console-like form factor.
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Google’s sleek wireless router, Google Wifi, now available for pre-order

Spotty Wi-Fi connection at home? Well, you're in luck, Google Wifi is available for pre-order starting Tuesday, just in time for the holidays.
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IBM and Nvidia make deep learning easy for AI service creators with a new bundle

IBM and Nvidia have teamed up to provide a hardware/software bundle for companies to easily jump on the deep learning bandwagon and create AI services.
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Nintendo’s new NES Classics Edition console can run a custom build of Ubuntu

A hacker known as "urandom" created a custom build of the Linux-based Ubuntu operating system and loaded it on Nintendo's new NES Classic Edition console.
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MoVR uses high-frequency millimeter waves to sever cords between headset and PC

Right now the Vive and Rift VR headsets are leashed by HDMI and USB cords connected to a PC. However, an MIT team is working to cut those cords via MoVR.
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Intel may offer an unclocked Core i3 processor in its upcoming 7th-gen lineup

Intel is expected to officially reveal its seventh-generation "Kaby Lake" processor lineup for desktops soon. One model will be an unlocked Core i3 chip.
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Hacked in 18 seconds: PwnFest exploited Microsoft Edge to execute malicious code

A recent hacking event saw several teams remotely executing malicious code through vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge, one of which was done in 18 seconds.
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FPS fans on PC now have another weapon, thanks to Corsair's new Harpoon RGB mouse

Corsair introduced on Friday the Harpoon RGB PC gaming mouse targeting FPS fans. The peripheral costs a mere $30, and will be followed by a new keyboard.
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Unnamed sources claim Intel will bake USB 3.1, Wi-Fi into late 2017 chipsets

Sources in the motherboard industry claim that Intel plans to bake USB 3.1 and Wi-Fi components into its next-generation chipset slated for late 2017.
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Intel’s new sixth-gen processor provides lower speeds than its older twin

Intel added a new CPU to its sixth-generation "Skylake" lineup that's slower than an identical model released over a year ago, yet has the same pricetag.
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'Rome: Total War' finally arrives on Apple's iPad with optimized touch controls

The classic AAA strategy game "Rome: Total War" is now available for Apple's iPad tablets. For a mere $10, players will get the full strategic experience.
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The new ‘Firewatch’ update adds a free-roam mode and PlayStation 4 Pro support

Campo Santo released an update on Wednesday that adds a new free-roam mode to 'Firewatch' and visual enhancements for the new PlayStation 4 Pro console.
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New patent shows Microsoft working on Surface Pen wireless charging accessories

Microsoft recently filed a patent describing a wireless charging accessory for the Surface Pen. It also describes a detachable keyboard for Surface devices.
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Apple is injecting core services on iOS with AR technology, a new patent shows

A patent published on Tuesday reveals that Apple is injecting AR technology into its core iOS apps, including Maps. Additional AR hardware is not required.
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Microsoft releases patch for zero-day Flash and Windows Kernel exploit

After Google revealed zero-day vulnerabilities to Adobe and Microsoft on October 21, Microsoft addressed the Windows issue on Tuesday.
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Oculus Touch controller turns ‘The Climb’ VR experience into a real cliffhanger

The latest edition of Oculus Touch Tuesdays talks with Crytek's Niels Stoelinga about adding Touch support in The Climb. Topics include player fatigue.
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Windows 10 customers accessing Fon hot spots can purchase plans via Windows Store

Fon and Microsoft teamed up to make purchasing pre-paid plans for hot spot access easier on Windows 10 devices by incorporating Windows Store credentials.
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Apple finally lands the patent powering the 'Dryft' virtual keyboard for tablets

Apple was recently assigned a specific patent covering virtual keyboard technology after acquiring the patent's originating company, Typesoft, in 2014.
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Acer’s new desktop monitor for designers can form daisy chain with identical models

Acer introduced the BEH270U 27-inch desktop monitor on Election Day packing the ability to daisy-chain with identical units via a single DisplayPort cable.
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Microsoft’s Xbox Preview Program will soon offer two models for Xbox One testers

Microsoft is splitting the Xbox Preview Program into two separate options, one of which is called the Xbox Insider Program that will be open for all owners.