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A new utility called FrameDrop is making it easier to install third party applications on the Steam Frame, reducing much of the manual work normally involved in sideloading software onto the headset. The app allows you to pair a Steam Frame with a PC and then drag files directly into the desktop utility. FrameDrop can install APK files, Windows EXE applications, and native ARM

The Steam Frame has received its first public SteamOS update, bringing faster charging, improved controller tracking, graphics optimizations, and several fixes aimed at making the headset more reliable. SteamOS 0.3.0 is now available through the Steam Frame system settings. One of the most noticeable changes is significantly faster charging while the headset is either powered off or in sleep mode. The update also improves

Valve has released a new Steam Deck Beta Client update that addresses several recent problems, including crashes in native Linux games, a brief interface flicker after waking the handheld from sleep, and a virtual gamepad issue that could cause some titles to lose controller input. The update is available through the Steam Deck system settings for devices using the Beta or Preview update channel.

A Walmart customer says a sealed AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D retail box contained what appears to be a fake processor, raising fresh concerns about return fraud involving high value PC components. The buyer reportedly purchased the CPU from a local Walmart store for almost $500. According to their account, an employee removed the boxed processor directly from a locked display case, and the packaging

World of Warcraft: Forever is increasing its official graphics requirements, but the new hardware cutoff is more complicated than simply dropping every older GPU. The game will officially require a DirectX 12 capable graphics processor with 4 GB of video memory. Blizzard lists the GeForce GTX 10 series, AMD RDNA 1 graphics, and Intel Xe2 LPG as the new minimum starting points. However, that

Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is expected to require around 200GB of storage when it launches in 2027, making it the largest entry in the remake trilogy so far. Game director Naoki Hamaguchi said the final install size has not yet been locked down because development is still ongoing. However, the current estimate is around 200GB, which would place Revelation above the storage demands of

ASUS has officially launched the Ascent QN10, a compact Windows on Arm mini PC built around Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite platform. The system is notable for being one of the first commercial mini PCs to use the new chip, combining an 18 core third generation Oryon CPU with Adreno X2 90 integrated graphics and a Hexagon NPU rated at up to 80 TOPS of

HONOR has introduced the Tiangong AXB35 family of compact AI workstations, led by an Ultra model that combines NVIDIA RTX Spark hardware, 128 GB of unified memory, and 2 TB of NVMe storage inside a chassis measuring about 2 liters. The system is designed for local AI workloads, including large language models, multi agent applications, and enterprise development. HONOR is also preparing Intel and

Akasa has introduced the Newton N16, a passive cooling enclosure designed for the ASUS NUC 16 Pro that allows the compact PC to run without any fans. The aluminum chassis replaces the standard cooling system with a large heatsink built directly into the enclosure. Separate thermal modules are used for the processor and both M.2 SSDs, while thermal compound and pads are included. The

Palit has introduced the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB RiTONA OC, a special edition graphics card built around the company’s anime style RiTONA character. The card appears to be Palit’s first retail GPU to feature one of its own digital ambassadors directly on the product. RiTONA has been used in the company’s marketing for several years, including wallpapers and promotional campaigns, but the new

Alien: Isolation 2 will expand the survival horror formula beyond tight indoor corridors, giving players larger exterior spaces where weather, visibility, and environmental exposure will change how the Xenomorph hunts. The sequel will move between an outdoor colony world and a Weyland Yutani outpost, creating a stronger contrast between enclosed spaces and open areas. Creative Assembly says the goal is to make players feel

Blizzard says Diablo 4 will continue receiving new content for years even though Diablo 5 has already been announced. Game director Brent Gibson said players should not interpret the sequel reveal as a sign that support for Diablo 4 is winding down. According to him, the team still has a substantial amount of content planned and intends to keep the game active alongside other

Valve’s new Steam Machine now has a full set of official repair instructions, giving owners detailed guidance for replacing or maintaining major internal components. The documentation is comprehensive, but it also shows that some upgrades are much more involved than the compact PC’s design might suggest. There are 18 repair guides covering tasks such as cleaning the system, replacing the cooling fan, upgrading storage

The GMKtec EVO-X3 mini PC with AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 2TB SSD is $3,799.99 on Amazon for Prime members. Amazon frames that as 31% off a $5,499.99 list price, but GMKtec's own store sells the same configuration for the same $3,799.99. The EVO-X3 uses 128GB of LPDDR5X memory at up to 8000MT/s. Image: GMKtec Measured against GMKtec's

Amazon has the TP-Link Deco 7 (Deco BE25) Wi-Fi 7 mesh system 3-pack for $208.73, down from a $299.99 list price. That is effectively a price match, since TP-Link's own store sells the same 3-pack for $208.79. TP-Link's coverage diagram for the Deco BE25 by pack size, from 2,600 to 6,600 sq. ft. Image: TP-Link The more important detail is the radio layout. The

The Corsair Vengeance LPX 32GB DDR4-3200 kit is down to $249.99 on Amazon, $47 below its $296.99 list price. That is a genuine cut, but paying $250 for a mainstream pair of DDR4 sticks says more about the 2026 memory market than about the discount. A single Vengeance LPX DDR4 module with its low-profile heat spreader. Image: Corsair The kit pairs two 16GB modules

The Logitech G Astro A50 Multi-Platform Wireless Gaming Headset is $239.00 on Amazon at the time of writing, down from its $299.99 list price. That 20% cut is effectively a price match, since Logitech's own store sells the same headset for $239.99. The Astro A50 base station shows the active platform on its front LED panel. Image: Logitech G Amazon's listing matches, phrase for

Amazon lists the AOC Q27GAZDV for $309.99 and the LG UltraGear 27GS95QE for $679.00 at the time of writing, so the LG costs more than twice as much. Both are 27-inch, 1440p, 240Hz OLED gaming monitors, and the $369.01 gap buys certified HDR and more brightness, not a sharper or faster picture. The LG UltraGear 27GS95QE 27-inch OLED gaming monitor. Image: LG The AOC

The WD Elements Portable 6TB external hard drive is $259.95 on Amazon at the time of writing, down from a $319.99 list price. The bigger gap is with Western Digital itself: WD's own store charges $394.99 for the same model, so Amazon is $135.04 below the maker's price. The WD Elements Portable with its included USB cable. Image: Western Digital WD's store showed no

A damaged Intel Celeron 1200 processor that appeared beyond repair has been brought back to life after an enthusiast performed a delicate reconstruction of one of its missing data pins. The restored CPU not only booted successfully after the repair, but also remained stable after being overclocked from 1.2 GHz to 1.6 GHz, representing a 33% increase in clock speed. The processor is based