Cybersecurity A week ago, we were discussing the misconception that CPU performance doesn’t matter for 4K gaming. We showed that although sometimes it doesn’t matter – as you will indeed end up GPU limited – that’s not always the case. So, one might say “it depends.” In short, the point was that resolution shouldn’t be...
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Cannabis and gaming payments startup Aeropay is now offering an alternative to Mastercard and Visa
Cincinnati The key to taking on legacy players in the financial technology industry may be to go where they have not gone before. That’s what Chicago-based Aeropay is doing. The provider of pay-by-bank solutions for businesses started out helping cannabis retailers and gaming companies with their payments and is now entering into Visa’s and Mastercard’s...
Best gaming keyboards 2024: The top budget, mid-tier, RGB, and more
Cincinnati Image: Rob Schultz/IDG You can use any old keyboard to play most PC games. But for better performance, more customization, and maybe even a little more fun, a keyboard designed specifically for games is a great investment. But actually buying one can be a daunting experience. There are hundreds of options out there with...
Xbox Cloud Gaming finally supports keyboard and mouse inputs on web browsers
Cincinnati Microsoft just released a new update for Xbox Cloud Gaming that finally brings mouse and keyboard support, after teasing the feature for years. The tool is currently in beta release and works with both the Edge and Chrome web browsers. It looks pretty simple to use. Just select a game that supports a mouse...
Best wireless gaming keyboards 2024: Top picks for untethered performance
Cybersecurity Image: Hayden Dingman/IDG It wasn’t that long ago when “real” gamers would shun wireless keyboards, complaining about latency and interference. Those days are gone, and you can get a gaming board just as capable in wireless form as it is in wired. Unless you’re literally super-human, you’ll never spot the difference. And gaming keyboard...
Best gaming laptop in 2023: seven laptops to get your game on
Cybersecurity The early gaming laptops were largely desktop replacements: clunky chassis, multiple power bricks, and RGB lighting galore. But the top contenders now are different. Manufacturers are finally putting powerful specs into thin gaming machines: sleeker, more portable, and more professional builds. They have excellent, fast refreshing screens that are necessary for a great gaming...
Understanding teen gaming: The positive, negative, and complex realities
Ohio Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. The big picture: Debate persists about the influence of video games on youth. Some argue that gaming exposes teens to violence and can hinder their development, while others contend that it fosters essential skills such as problem-solving and teamwork. Rather...
The indie gaming scene looks extra fun in 2024 | Kaser Focus
Cybersecurity May 3, 2024 3:48 PM Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Sometimes it’s hard to be in the games industry and maintain your sense of joy and discovery. A lot of what’s coming out are iterative franchise...
The Best 1440p Gaming Monitors: 1H 2024
Cincinnati Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. There are tons of options to choose from in the 1440p gaming monitor market, and for PC gamers not using the latest high-end GPUs, this category remains an excellent...
Gaming M&A activity in Q1 2024 outpaces all quarters in 2023 | Drake Star
Cincinnati May 3, 2024 5:00 AM Image Credit: Drake Star Partners Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Financing for gaming companies is on an upward trend for the first quarter of 2024 according to Drake Star Partners. Both...