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Nintendo Unveils the Switch OLED Model
After months of speculation about a “Switch Pro,” Nintendo finally reveals the OLED Model, an upgraded version of the Switch featuring a 7-inch OLED screen, a LAN Port, and more. Plus, the new model will arrive this October.
hardware & software
Matt Buckley
July 6, 2021
Xbox One Will Run Next-gen Games Through Streaming
Will it be possible to run games from the Xbox Series X/S on the Xbox One? Of course not, but Microsoft plans to change that with its Xbox Cloud Gaming service.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
June 16, 2021
Microsoft is Already Working on Successors to Xbox Series X/S
Microsoft has announced that the Xbox Series X/S are not its last consoles. The Redmond giant is already working on new devices, but we will have to wait a long time before get or even see them.
hardware & software
Christian Pieniazek
June 10, 2021
PS3 Got an Unexpected Update to Version 4.88
The PS3 OS has been updated to version 4.88. However, do not expect any new features. Only security of the console has been improved.
video games
Paul Musiolik
June 2, 2021
Sony Said to be Working on New PS5 Revision; Console is to Break Even Soon
There are many indications that a new PlayStation 5 model is about to hit the market. Last month, Sony filed a patent that may suggest that an improved revision of the console is already in the pipeline.
hardware & software
Michal Ciezadlik
May 28, 2021
Rumor: Nintendo Switch Pro Announcement Before E3 2021
Nintendo may finally reveal a refreshed version of its latest console. According to Bloomberg agency's sources, the new Switch model will hit the market later this year.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
May 27, 2021
PS5 Will Be Hard to Buy Even in 2022
PlayStation 5 is still hard to buy even though it's been more than six months since its release. New predictions have emerged that Sony won't be able to meet demand for the PS5 in 2022 either.
hardware & software
Konrad Sarzynski
May 11, 2021
PS5 May Get Cheaper CPU and New Design in 2022
The previous generation of consoles set a new trend with refreshed versions of hardware and the current generation may continue it. However, no one expected that a new version of the PlayStation 5 with a cheaper AMD processor could go into production so soon.
hardware & software
Martin Nothing
May 6, 2021
Upgraded Switch Coming This Year
Nintendo has ambitious plans for its flagship Switch console. An upgraded version of the hybrid device is due out this year, and the Japanese giant is also aiming to beat the sales performance of the Nintendo Wii.
hardware & software
Adrian Piotrowski
May 3, 2021
PS5 Shortages Until 2022; Sony Considered Redesign
PlayStation 5 shortages will continue for a long time to come. Sony's Hiroki Totoki confirmed in an investor call that there's no chance of a drastic increase in shipments this fiscal year, even after the company considered redesigning the console.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
April 28, 2021
New PS5 Firmware Update Said to Boost Console Performance
Sony has released a new firmware update for the PlayStation 5, numbered 21.01-03.10.00. It weighs in at just over 900 MB and its main purpose is to improve the console's performance.
hardware & software
Milosz Szubert
April 27, 2021
PS5 Also Has CMOS Problem Like PS3 and PS4
The PlayStation 5 has the same CMOS battery issue as the PS4 and PS3. Thankfully, not in such a broad way, which may suggest that Sony has approached the solutions used in the PS5 a little better.
hardware & software
Paul Musiolik
April 18, 2021
Intel and TSMC Claim Chip Shortage is a Long-term Problem
The problem with shortage of chips and, subsequently, hardware that needs them may drag on for years. That's the grim scenario being drawn by the CEOs of Intel and major semiconductor manufacturer TSMC.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
April 16, 2021
PS5 Update Silences Drive, Adds 120Hz Support and New HDR Options
The PlayStation 5 console has received a new software update. In addition to the major improvements we have described earlier, there are a few unusual or harder to spot things.
hardware & software
Arkadiusz Strzala
April 15, 2021
PS4 Update Lets You Share Games With PS5
PlayStation 4 software update 8.50 is now available for download. Along with adding some new features, Sony has taken away users' access to the Communities tab.
hardware & software
Hubert Sledziewski
April 15, 2021
PS5's First Major Update is Live
PlayStation 5 receive its first major software update today. On the occasion, Sony announced new features for the dedicated mobile app.
hardware & software
Hubert Sledziewski
April 14, 2021
Without CMOS PS4 Blocks Access to Games; Internet Investigates
Internet user known as Forest has confirmed rumors of a problem with the PlayStation 4 console's CMOS battery. It seems that after it fails, the PS4 really does block access to all games, even those on disc.
hardware & software
Jacob Blazewicz
April 12, 2021
PlayStation 5 Sales Beat Other Consoles in UK
Despite shortages, PlayStation 5 is selling great and exceeding the results achieved by other consoles.
hardware & software
Mikolaj Laszkiewicz
April 9, 2021
Production of PS5 is Stalled by Lack of Parts for $1
In May, it will be half a year since the launch of PlayStation 5, and the purchase of Sony consoles remains difficult. The blame for the lack of hardware on the shelves turns out to be small chips, the production of which costs only a dollar.
hardware & software
Hubert Sledziewski
April 8, 2021
PS5 Has Serious Problem With Displaying SDR Image
According to Digital Foundry experts, SDR content on PlayStation 5 is not displayed properly. Dark colors blend together and details present in a scene are lost.
hardware & software
Bart Swiatek
March 29, 2021