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Woot has launched a laptop sale featuring discounted models from Alienware, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, and MSI, with an additional 10% discount available through a promotional code. The sale runs until October 28, 2026, or while stocks last. You can apply the code TENOFFLAPTOP at checkout to reduce the prices of eligible laptops further. The offers cover gaming laptops, lightweight productivity notebooks, and premium models

Samsung has introduced discounts of up to $200 on its latest foldable smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8. The offers are available through Amazon and Best Buy in the United States, giving buyers an opportunity to purchase Samsung's newest folding devices at reduced prices. The discounts arrive as Apple's iPhone Duo launch increases

Valve has officially released SteamOS 3.9, introducing battery efficiency improvements, updated system components, and fixes for several popular PC games. The update upgrades SteamOS to Linux kernel 7.2 and introduces KDE Plasma 6.7.3 for Desktop Mode. It also improves compatibility with Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and selected handheld gaming devices. Steam Deck owners can expect reduced idle power consumption when no audio is playing,

Valve's Steam Machine can deliver 4K gaming at 60 FPS in several PC games, although performance depends on graphics settings and upscaling technology. Recent testing identified five games capable of reaching this target, including PRAGMATA, Dishonored, PAYDAY 2, Disgaea 5 Complete, and Iron Nest. While some titles run smoothly at native 4K resolution, more demanding games require reduced visual settings or upscaling to maintain

Creative Assembly has responded to criticism surrounding Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition after the game was removed from Steam following complaints about its quality and allegations involving generative AI. The studio's vice president, Roger Collum, acknowledged that the release failed to meet expectations and confirmed that senior developers are now working with SEGA and the external development team to determine the next steps.

Xbox players have more than 40 games arriving between October 26 and October 31, 2026, with several major releases, remasters, and independent titles scheduled for the final week of the month. The lineup includes The Wolf Among Us Remastered, Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos, and upgraded versions of the Metro Redux games. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will also receive six additions, including Final

Privacy-focused technology company Proton has started hosting a public map showing more than 300,000 surveillance devices associated with Flock Safety across the United States. The Swiss company has placed the map on servers in Switzerland after its original creator, cybersecurity researcher Joshua Michael, faced legal threats over publishing the information. The interactive tool allows people to search for surveillance equipment by ZIP code and

Valve has added CD-ROM drive support to the Steam Frame's Linux kernel after a player requested the feature through the Steam Community forums. The change was reportedly implemented in less than ten minutes, just one day after a Valve developer acknowledged the request. The update could eventually allow Steam Frame owners to connect external optical drives and access content stored on physical discs without

Texas has suspended 17 data center construction permits after discovering that an automated approval system continued processing applications despite an earlier request to pause approvals. The decision follows a directive from Governor Greg Abbott, who called for a temporary halt to certain data center construction approvals approximately one month earlier. However, the state's online permitting system reportedly remained operational throughout that period, allowing additional

Arrowhead Game Studios has confirmed that Helldivers 3 is not currently part of its development plans, with the company prioritizing continued support for Helldivers 2. Chief creative officer Johan Pilestedt explained that the studio sees greater value in expanding its existing multiplayer shooter rather than introducing a sequel that would require players to restart their progress. According to Pilestedt, approximately 95% of Arrowhead's development