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Yoshida Praises Steam Machine’s Quiet, Compact Design While Questioning Its Performance and Price
technology7 days ago

Yoshida Praises Steam Machine’s Quiet, Compact Design While Questioning Its Performance and Price

Veteran industry voice Shuhei Yoshida offers a mixed first impression of Valve’s Steam Machine: he criticizes its 3D performance as underwhelming and notes the device defaults to 1080p, a concession that underscores power concerns versus current-gen machines, and questions the price. Yet he also highlights the software polish, easy-to-navigate UI, and standout touches like waking from the Steam Controller, swappable faceplates, and a notably quiet, compact form factor, and later says he’s genuinely enjoying the device despite the critiques. The takeaway: strong software/UX and niche appeal for enthusiasts, with substantive questions about raw performance and value for mainstream buyers.

via Wccftech|
#1080p#gaming-hardware#shuhei-yoshida
PS5 Pro Emerges as the Clear Pick for Most Gamers Over Steam Machine
gaming7 days ago

PS5 Pro Emerges as the Clear Pick for Most Gamers Over Steam Machine

Tom's Guide compares Valve's Steam Machine to Sony's PS5 Pro, arguing that the PS5 Pro is the better value for most gamers: it costs $899, offers strong 4K/120fps performance and a hassle-free plug‑and‑play experience, while the Steam Machine starts at $1,049–$1,349, is effectively a 1080p device with limited ray tracing and less‑than‑ideal performance for AAA games, and sacrifices some console convenience for PC freedom. If you want a library-rich, low-maintenance setup, the PS5 Pro is the smarter buy; Steam Machine is only for those with a large Steam library and a desire for an open platform.

via Tom's Guide|
#consoles-vs-pc#gaming#gaming-hardware
DIY Steam Machine Faceplates: Cheap, quirky mods using everyday items
technology8 days ago

DIY Steam Machine Faceplates: Cheap, quirky mods using everyday items

Rock Paper Shotgun’s feature shows how to personalize a Steam Machine on a budget using everyday items (paper plates, seaweed sheets, tote bags, a learner plate, popcorn bags, etc.) with magnets and glue. While third-party shells cost 15–40 quid, the piece demonstrates playful, airflow-conscious DIY options that lean into humor about 3D printing and consumer hardware, offering a cheeky guide to creating unique, personal faceplates.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#cheap-customization#diy-projects#gaming-hardware
Valve’s Steam Machine price lands above $1K, signaling a niche, high-cost play
technology17 days ago

Valve’s Steam Machine price lands above $1K, signaling a niche, high-cost play

Valve revealed Steam Machine pricing from $1,049 for 515GB to $1,428 for 2TB with a controller, a level driven by higher DRAM/NAND costs as AI demand tightens supply. The price anchors the device as a niche, limited-launch product unlikely to move mainstream console volumes, with analysts forecasting constrained availability and considering implications for next-gen systems (PS6, Project Helix) and potential shifts to subsidies, streaming boxes, or hardware-subscription models as costs stay high.

via GamesIndustry.biz|
#analysts#gaming-hardware#price
Valve Opens Region-Based Reservations for Steam Machine with Randomized Allocation
technology18 days ago

Valve Opens Region-Based Reservations for Steam Machine with Randomized Allocation

Valve is offering four Steam Machine configurations via region-based reservations with a June 25 deadline and a one-time randomization to assign reservation order. You can sign up for multiple configurations and regions, but will end up with one reservation (the highest-end model you joined); waitlisted users are placed by proximity. Eligibility requires a Steam account in good standing and a prior purchase before April 27, 2026, with one signup per household. If reserved, you have 72 hours to complete the purchase; first emails go out June 29. Regions covered are North America, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia.

via The Verge|
#gaming-hardware#preorder#reservation
PS5 Still a Smart Buy as PS6 Launch Likely Slips to 2028–2029
technology19 days ago

PS5 Still a Smart Buy as PS6 Launch Likely Slips to 2028–2029

With analysts suggesting a PS6 could be delayed to 2028–2029, buying a PS5 now remains sensible given uncertain next-gen pricing and features. Sony is likely to support the PS5 for years even after a new console arrives, so waiting for the PS6 may not offer better value or guarantees on backward compatibility, price, or launch titles.

via bgr.com|
#backward-compatibility#console-pricing#gaming-hardware
Steam Controller Deliveries Stretch to 2027 Amid Persistent Shortage
technology21 days ago

Steam Controller Deliveries Stretch to 2027 Amid Persistent Shortage

Valve says Steam Controller demand outpaced production, with new orders not expected to ship until 2027. Current estimates show existing orders might be fulfilled in September 2026 or December 2026, and new orders could arrive in 2027; customers should check Steam’s order page for updates. The controller is Steam-exclusive, as Valve also pushes other hardware like Steam Machine and Steam Frame this summer.

via Engadget|
#gaming-hardware#preorders#steam-controller
Most Gaming Giants Improve on Conflict Minerals in 2025, But Sony and Amazon Lag
business1 month ago

Most Gaming Giants Improve on Conflict Minerals in 2025, But Sony and Amazon Lag

Kotaku surveys 2025 conflict-mineral disclosures from major gaming hardware firms and finds uneven progress: Microsoft and Apple show robust due diligence; Nintendo, Nvidia, Turtle Beach, Logitech, and GameStop report strong audits; Alphabet/Google and Meta are mixed but improving; Sony lags in auditor coverage, and Amazon remains notably opaque; overall, the industry is moving toward greater accountability, though gaps remain.

via Kotaku|
#3tg#business#conflict-minerals
Computex 2026: 17 standout gadgets redefining next-gen PC tech
computing1 month ago

Computex 2026: 17 standout gadgets redefining next-gen PC tech

Tom’s Guide’s Computex 2026 coverage highlights 17 standout gadgets—from Nvidia’s RTX Spark AI GPU and Windows-on-Arm ambitions to premium laptops, AI-powered desktops, handhelds, and next‑gen monitors—showcasing high-value devices such as the Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra, Asus ROG Strix Scar 18, Dell XPS 13, MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, Klevv PC builds, MSI MEG Vision X2 AI+, Asus Ascent QN10, Intel Arc G3 handhelds, Qualcomm Snapdragon C, Alienware 39 5K OLED monitor, MSI LuckyClaw, and more, signaling a shift toward agentic AI and AI-accelerated compute across PCs, laptops, mini PCs, and peripherals.

via Tom's Guide|
#ai-in-computing#computex-2026#computing
Sony unveils FlexStrike fight stick and PS-branded monitor for August launch
technology1 month ago

Sony unveils FlexStrike fight stick and PS-branded monitor for August launch

Sony revealed pricing and August release dates for two new gaming peripherals: the $199.99 FlexStrike fight stick, shipping August 6 (PS5 at launch with PC support coming later) with preorder starting June 12, and a 27-inch PlayStation-branded gaming monitor priced at $349.99 shipping August 27 (2560×1440 IPS, VRR, up to 120Hz on PS5/PS5 Pro and up to 240Hz on PC/Mac) with a built-in hook to charge a DualSense; preorder windows are June 5 for the monitor and June 12 for the stick, with Pulse Elevate wireless speakers planned for later this year.

via The Verge|
#fight-stick#flexstrike#gaming-hardware
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Ships with Intel Arc G3 Extreme in an 8-Inch Handheld
technology1 month ago

MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Ships with Intel Arc G3 Extreme in an 8-Inch Handheld

MSI officially unveils the Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld powered by Intel Arc G3 Extreme (Panther Lake) with a 14-core CPU and 12 Xe3 GPU cores (Arc B39 graphics). It sports an 8-inch FHD+ IPS display (48–120Hz, VRR, up to 500 nits), up to 32GB LPDDR5X RAM, a Gen4 NVMe SSD, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, dual Thunderbolt 4, an 80Wh battery, and a light chassis similar to the Claw 8 AI+. Pricing hasn’t been confirmed, but rumors point to about $1499, with a June 23 release date.

via Wccftech|
#arc-g3#gaming-hardware#handheld
MSI unveils Claw 8 EX AI Plus, promising the first Arc G3 Extreme handheld
technology1 month ago

MSI unveils Claw 8 EX AI Plus, promising the first Arc G3 Extreme handheld

MSI unveiled the Claw 8 EX AI Plus handheld gaming PC ahead of Computex 2026, branding it as the world’s first handheld to contain Intel’s Arc G3 Extreme processor with Xe3 GPUs. The device features an eight-inch 1920×1200 touchscreen up to 120Hz, a redesigned ergonomic chassis, Hall-effect triggers and sticks, a high-end linear motor for tighter haptics, one NVMe M.2 slot, and up to 32GB LPDDR5x RAM. Pricing and release date weren’t announced, and while MSI claims first-to-market status, Acer Predator Atlas 8 and OneXPlayer 3 are also expected to use Arc G3 chips. The Claw 8 AI Plus (predecessor) launched around $1,000.

via The Verge|
#claw-8-ex-ai-plus#gaming-hardware#handheld-gaming-pc
HID Remapper Extends Steam Controller Usability Beyond Steam
technology1 month ago

HID Remapper Extends Steam Controller Usability Beyond Steam

A May 20 update to HID Remapper adds full Steam Controller support, enabling inputs to work outside Steam on Windows and Linux and making the controller compatible with Nintendo Switch, Android devices, and Xbox Series consoles. All inputs—including trackpads, touch sensors, and accelerometer/gyro—are usable, and there are DIY converter files plus inexpensive pre-built options (as low as about $17.50), though you may need to flash firmware or assemble an enclosure.

via TechPowerUp|
#cross-platform#gaming-hardware#hid-remapper