Chips
* Key Takeaways: * Files leaked for Intel Arc Pro "B70" and "B65" card IPs suggest they may be based on Big Battlemage BMG-G31 silicon. * If true, the B70/B65 would bring Intel's Big Battlemage architecture into its professional Arc Pro lineup. * The leak signals a
Gadgets
* Garmin has expanded its specialist wearable lineups with three new devices. * The update includes a Tactix 8 Cerakote tactical model and Garmin's first-ever junior golf watch. * The announcement covers both tactical and golf categories, signaling focus on niche and youth markets. What Garmin announced Garmin revealed an expansion
Gadgets
* Key Takeaways: * Samsung’s Galaxy Ring may get new connectivity alerts that warn of disconnections and low battery status. * Alerts could help owners avoid lost connections and better manage the ring’s small battery life. * The change would enhance the Galaxy Ring’s usability within Samsung’s wearables ecosystem. What
Gadgets
* Edifier is launching three new active noise-cancelling (ANC) earbuds in Australia via Officeworks. * Prices range from AUD $189 to AUD $299, positioning the models in the mid-to-upper compact audio segment. * The earbuds include features such as spatial audio and ANC, aimed at improved immersion and commute-friendly listening. * Availability through Officeworks
Games
* Free update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is out now and adds playable character Dixie. * The update is free for all owners and also includes a performance boost on Switch 2. * Players should download the update before playing to access Dixie and take advantage of Switch 2 improvements. What
AI
* Adobe has expanded AI-powered video tools for Premiere and After Effects. * The company is committing USD $10 million in new Film & TV Fund grants for creators. * The updates target faster editing and effects workflows for video professionals and independent creators. * Adobe pairs product improvements with funding to accelerate creator-led
Gadgets
* Key Takeaways: * TerraMaster launched the D1 SSD Pro, an 80Gbps Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure aimed at professionals. * The fanless design promises silent operation while delivering up to 7,061 MB/s for demanding workloads. * Target use cases include 8K video editing and high-performance storage for Mac and PC workflows. Overview
Chips
• Key Takeaways: • Rumors indicate Asus and Gigabyte plan GPU price increases of up to 15%. • Price hikes are reportedly tied to VRAM: cards with 16GB or more could see the full 15% rise. • Models with 8GB of VRAM may face a smaller increase—around 10%—according to the report. • These
Games
* Kurt Kuhlmann, Bethesda’s longtime loremaster, reportedly had plans that would have steered The Elder Scrolls 6 toward a much darker tone. * If Bethesda had kept Kuhlmann in charge, the next Elder Scrolls could have explored grimmer themes and more morally ambiguous storytelling. * A darker TES6 would have risked dividing
AI
* AI is now the primary method used to count sheep at V&V Walsh’s Bunbury processing facility. * The move signals growing adoption of automation and data-driven traceability in South West agriculture. * Processors expect gains in counting accuracy, operational efficiency and supply-chain transparency. * Local producers may see faster reconciliations
Gadgets
• Samsung is kicking off 2026 with its much-anticipated Blue Tag Sale (BTS). • The promotion gives South African shoppers a chance to upgrade Galaxy devices with “incredible value.” • Details on models, discounts and timing will be available from Samsung South Africa and retail partners. What the Blue Tag Sale is — and
Gadgets
* Key Takeaways: * Samsung Korea's official sign-up page for the Galaxy Book 6 series lists full specifications and pricing for the Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra. * The information surfaced on Samsung's Korea site as a registration page inviting users to sign up for
