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MI bowlers choke SRH to 162 in win
Mumbai Indians outmaneuvered SunRisers Hyderabad at Wankhede Stadium with strategic bowling and pitch reading. The home team squeezed their opponents through clever pace variations and intelligent field placements. Moisture underneath the pitch made scoring difficult for SRH batsmen, who struggled to maintain their usual explosive momentum. Travis Head experienced a particularly challenging innings, scoring slowly against Mumbai's tactical attack. Will Jacks emerged as a key player, using off-spin effectively against left-handed batsmen and controlling the match tempo. SRH captain Pat Cummins acknowledged the challenging surface and Mumbai's superior bowling performance. Mumbai Indians capitalized on home conditions and executed a...
Teevolution Terra Pro nails G403 shape at 51g
Teevolution, a Chinese peripherals manufacturer, has created a lightweight wireless mouse that closely mimics the beloved Logitech G403/G703 shape. The Terra Pro weighs just 51 grams and features a solid shell, making it one of the lightest right-handed ergonomic mice on the market. The mouse uses a customized PixArt PAW3950 STRIKE sensor with an impressive 42,000 CPI range. FE optical switches power the main buttons, and the mouse offers both standard wireless dongle and optional 8K high-speed dongle options. Battery life reaches up to 70 hours at a 1000 Hz polling rate, with additional Bluetooth support. Available in black or white, the Terra Pro measures 124.7 mm x 68.7 mm x 42.6 mm. The mouse can be configured through software or...
MSI AI Gaming Rigs Pack RTX 50 Series Power
MSI introduced a new series of gaming desktops featuring NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards. The lineup ranges from high-end models with RTX 5090 to more affordable options with RTX 5060 and RTX 5060 Ti, catering to different performance needs and budgets. The flagship MEG Vision X AI 2nd desktop represents MSI's top-tier offering, powered by an Intel Core Ultra Processor. It targets enthusiasts seeking maximum gaming and productivity performance. Complementing this model are the MPG Infinite X3 AI 2nd with Intel processors and the MPG Infinite Z3 9th for AMD fans, set to release in May 2025. NVIDIA DLSS 4 technology stands out as a key feature across the lineup, promising improved frame rates and image quality. The compact...
Dive into Bionic Bay precision puzzles on PS5 and Steam
Bionic Bay, a precision puzzle platformer, launches on Steam and PlayStation 5. Players control a scientist navigating a pixel-art world with advanced movement mechanics. The game features 23 challenging levels where players manipulate time, gravity, and teleportation to overcome obstacles. Developed through a collaboration between creative director Juhana and Psychoflow Studio, the game began with a unique swap mechanic discovered through a Reddit interaction. Players can use special abilities like ChronoLag for time dilation, Power Fist for object launching, and gravity manipulation to solve puzzles and navigate environments. The game includes a competitive online mode called Bionic Bay Online, allowing players to race against data...
Why you should skip the RTX 5060 Ti 8GB
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics card launch generated mixed reactions from technology reviewers. Board partners distributed 16 GB samples to evaluation teams, leaving the 8 GB card availability uncertain. Technology websites, including TechPowerUp, are actively sourcing 8 GB models for independent testing. Early comparative reviews from the Carbon-based Technology Research Institute revealed nuanced performance differences between 8 GB and 16 GB variants. Most benchmark tests showed similar performance, but significant variations emerged during DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation testing. Tom's Hardware noted that the 8 GB version underperformed compared to the previous generation RTX 4060 Ti at 1440p resolution. NVIDIA positioned the...
Ubuntu 25 04 Plucky Puffin packs GNOME 48 and devpacks
Canonical launched Ubuntu 25.04, called Plucky Puffin, with sweeping updates across desktop technology and developer tools. The release brings GNOME 48, delivering improved battery management and screen-time tracking features. Users will experience enhanced HDR support and a new PDF reader named Papers that promises better performance. The operating system introduces advanced hardware capabilities for Intel and AMD technologies. Developers can access updated toolchains for programming languages and frameworks, including a new Spring Framework devpack. Canonical expanded silicon enablement, delivering performance improvements for AI workloads on Intel GPUs and support for confidential computing on AMD systems. Key updates include a...
Play Tempest Rising Early If You Preordered Deluxe
Strategy game Tempest Rising enters its early access period for Deluxe Edition pre-order holders. Developers thanked the community for supporting the project since its 2022 announcement, highlighting player feedback from live events and beta testing. Players can access the early unlock until April 24, with both Deluxe and Standard Edition pre-orders eligible for bonus "Commander Pack" items. Ranked matchmaking remains unavailable during this period to ensure fair competition. Quick play matchmaking will use a hidden MMR system for player matching. The game aims to modernize classic real-time strategy gameplay, offering innovative mechanics and quality-of-life improvements. Deluxe Edition pre-order owners receive additional content...
Nintendo Switch 2 site drops VRR support
Nintendo appears to be making subtle changes to its Switch 2 website descriptions, specifically regarding variable refresh rate support. Digital Foundry's Oliver Mackenzie noticed regional variations in how VRR is mentioned across different Nintendo websites. US and Canadian sites have removed references to VRR, while European and UK pages still list the feature. The gaming community speculates about the significance of these website modifications. Nintendo remains characteristically tight-lipped about technical details, with previous communications deflecting technical inquiries. Mackenzie suggests VRR support could potentially be added after the console's planned June 5 launch. Nintendo's approach leaves room for interpretation...
Grab games on Xbox app and stream instantly
Microsoft rolled out several updates for Xbox platforms. Mobile users can soon purchase games and join Game Pass directly through the Xbox app. Players will find new options to buy titles like Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 and Assassin's Creed: Shadows with just two clicks. Game Pass Ultimate members gained expanded streaming capabilities across devices. Users can stream games from Xbox consoles to Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TVs, and Meta Quest headsets. The update also allows users to play over 100 cloud-enabled games without downloading. Xbox introduced fresh methods for managing console storage. Game hubs provide quick access to recently played titles. Players can customize settings to launch games directly or through game...
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