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Micron wants your next GPU to have 96GB of VRAM in it, but I don't really know who it's expecting will make it for you

In a new blog post, Micron has revealed its image for the future, where GPUs use 96GB of its own VRAM - a tone-deaf take in a post-Crucial world.

When do you really need to upgrade your RAM? Your guide to navigating a global memory shortage

When do you really need to upgrade your RAM? Your guide to navigating a global memory shortage

Do you really need to buy new RAM right now? If not, you could save yourself a lot of money

The Riffmaster Guitar controller is a great vehicle for your gaming nostalgia, but it already feels like it's in its "greatest hits" era

The Riffmaster Guitar controller is a great vehicle for your gaming nostalgia, but it already feels like it's in its "greatest hits" era

The PDP Riffmaster guitar controller has reawakened Guitar Hero nostalgia in many a gamer in recent years, but it's lacking a distinct rock god personality.

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I finally found wireless earbuds that fix the Meta Quest 3's latency issues, and they don't sound half bad either

I've been on the hunt for wireless earbuds that solve the Quest 3's audio latency issues, and I've finally tracked some down thanks to PrismXR.

RAM shortages explained: Why the world's supply of computing memory is so expensive right now

What's going on with RAM shortages, price inflation, and AI? I'm here to walk you through what you need to know.

I finally understand the hype for Flydigi controllers because it doesn't get much better than the Apex 5

After a 1-star review of a previous Flydigi controller, I finally get the hype thanks to the Apex 5's excellent design and responsive feel.

Ruark's latest desktop speakers will have you listening to your favorite game soundtracks as though it were your first time hearing them

Small improvements have made this superb-sounding 2.0 speaker setup even easier to recommend. Ruark's MR1 MK3 speakers may be pricey, but it's for good reason.

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There's a difference between back buttons and back paddles, and the Gulikit KK3 Max controller will prove it to you

There's a difference between back buttons and back paddles, and the Gulikit KK3 Max controller will prove it to you

The Gulikit KK3 Max is one of the few controllers out there you'll have on a shortlist if you want metal, magnetic back paddles, but it's so much more than that

The PS6 controller might not even have buttons on it as a new patent hints Sony is going all-in on haptic feedback

The PS6 controller might not even have buttons on it as a new patent hints Sony is going all-in on haptic feedback

Sony has been granted a patent for a gaming controller with haptic touchscreens and no buttons. Does that point toward a big change for the PS6 controller?

Syntech's Elite Head Strap for Quest 3 fits the headset to my face so securely that it might just be a permanent part of me now

Syntech's Elite Head Strap for Quest 3 fits the headset to my face so securely that it might just be a permanent part of me now

Syntech's Elite Head Strap for the Quest 3 headsets gives it a stylish look, but can it compete with the practicality and comfort of rival accessories?

I found a gaming chair with a floating backrest for under $500, and it didn't disappoint

I found a gaming chair with a floating backrest for under $500, and it didn't disappoint

The Eureka Ergonomic Python II might be one of the best hidden gems of the gaming chair market. It offers a floating backrest for under $500, which is rare.

The Hyperkin Competitor might be a better DualSense than Sony's, which really makes you question if the PS5's controller has ever lived up to its potential

The Hyperkin Competitor might be a better DualSense than Sony's, which really makes you question if the PS5's controller has ever lived up to its potential

HyperKin's Competitor controller for Xbox and PC is more than a knock-off DualSense controller, and Sony must be livid.

It's hard to see what's different about the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2, but maybe that isn't such a bad thing

It's hard to see what's different about the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2, but maybe that isn't such a bad thing

More of a refresh than a full sequel, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 is the same excellent and often underrated gaming headset it's always been.

The 8BitDo Pro 3 has so much nostalgic charm, but it brings back one of the cardinal sins of any gaming controller

The 8BitDo Pro 3 has so much nostalgic charm, but it brings back one of the cardinal sins of any gaming controller

The 8BitDo Pro 3 is a highly stylish, nostalgic controller for modern gaming platforms, but it's hiding a lot of great potential behind its retro aesthetic.

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The official Tolkien calendar for 2026 focuses on the three "Great Tales" of Middle-earth, and it's the perfect timepiece for LOTR fans

This year's Official Tolkien Calendar presents artwork from the Three Great Tales of Middle-earth. Here's why I buy this calendar every year.

How to build a gaming chair in 6 simple steps

Assembling a gaming chair can seem complicated, but most of them will adhere to these 6 simple setup steps.

How to assign back buttons on a new pro controller, and the settings I recommend based on 20+ reviews

If you've just received a new pro controller, the first thing I'd recommend is mapping its additional buttons. Here's how to set it up to get the most out of it

These ANC earbuds are strong enough to block out high-speed Scottish winds, so they're good enough for me

The EarFun Air Pro 4 combine excellent noise cancelling with great sound quality and EQ control for a price tag under $100 / £100.

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I tried a wireless sim racing wheel, but I'd only recommend it for junior racers this Christmas

Turtle Beach's wireless sim racing wheel would make a great Christmas present for the junior racer in your life, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone else

Crucial could have been the brand to help consumers with RAM and storage costs, not make them worse

Micron is closing down the Crucial brand, but as someone who covers RAM and storage for a living, I don't think it had to be this way.

Amidst a pricing apocalypse, one of gaming's best memory and storage brands "has made the difficult decision" to abandon its consumers

AI is predicted to steal all of our jobs, but today it's caused the closure of one of the best gaming memory and storage brands there is.

This Meta Quest 3 charging dock won't stop beeping at me, but damn does it keep my VR setup neat and tidy

The PrismXR charging dock is certainly one of the neatest stands for the Quest 3 you'll find on the shelves, but has a few unexpected annoyances.

Nintendo Switch 2 loses out to the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D for Best Gaming Hardware at the Golden Joystick Awards 2025

"We make touchpad controllers as well" - After Valve reveals the new Steam Controller, GameSir is teasing a new trackpad gamepad of its own

After Valve revealed its new Steam Controller, GameSir has hinted it may work on a touchpad controller of its own to take on the Valve accessory.

I doubled the battery life of my Quest 3 thanks to this charging belt, and wearing it for VR games wasn't as weird as I thought it'd be

The PrismXR Charging Belt for Quest 3 is a creative and effective solution for extending your VR playtime.

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