Xbox Layoffs Decimate Id Software and Obsidian
The collateral damage from the recent "Xbox reset"continues, with recent reports confirming layoffs at both id Software, the studio behind Doom: The Dark Ages, and Obsidian Entertainment, the studio responsible for The Outer Worlds, resulting in workforce losses of around 50% and 25%, respectively, at the ZeniMax-led studios. According to a Kotaku report, around 60-70 workers will be let go at Obsidian, with layoffs not limited to one particular department. The publication's insider

IO Interactive Shuts Down Istanbul Studio Months After 007 First Light Smash Hit
IO Interactive recently confirmed that the end of "a relationship with an external partner," now known to be Xbox Game Studios, meant that the studio would no longer have the funding it required to work on a game known as Project Fantasy with its current staff. On July 7, IO Interactive expanded on the round of layoffs it previously confirmed, announcing in a post on X that it would be closing its Istanbul studio and laying off an undisclosed number of staff. It stands to reason that the studio's Istanbul

(PR) COMMELL Announces LV-6718 Mini-ITX Motherboard with Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra 7 366H CPU
Taiwan Commate Computer Inc. (COMMELL), a global leader in industrial single board computers, proudly introduces the LV-6718, a Mini-ITX mobile motherboard powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Processors (PTL-H / Panther Lake-H Platform). Designed for next-generation industrial, edge AI, automation, and smart embedded applications, the LV-6718 delivers powerful computing performance, high-speed memory, advanced AI acceleration, rich I/O connectivity, and flexible

(PR) Biostar Introduces EdgeComp MS-NAT4000 Compact Edge AI Computing System
BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of edge computing solutions, industrial motherboards, graphics cards, and storage devices, today introduces the EdgeComp MS-NAT4000, a compact edge AI computing system designed to support the NVIDIA Jetson Thor T4000 module for high-performance AI computing, real-time sensor processing, and intelligent automation at the edge.
Built for system integrators, AI software developers, smart manufacturing solution providers, and advanced autonomous machine builders, the EdgeComp MS-NAT4000
Built for system integrators, AI software developers, smart manufacturing solution providers, and advanced autonomous machine builders, the EdgeComp MS-NAT4000

(PR) Fanatec Announces Licensing Partnership with Nissan to Develop Sim Racing Steering Wheels
Fanatec, a brand of Corsair (NASDAQ: CRSR) and global leader in sim racing hardware, today announced a new licensing partnership with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. to develop officially licensed sim racing steering wheels inspired by the brand's performance driving heritage.
Developed for driving simulation enthusiasts, the products will deliver an authentic experience for racers, adding to Fanatec's diverse portfolio of steering wheels. Further details regarding the design and features will be revealed at a later date.
Developed for driving simulation enthusiasts, the products will deliver an authentic experience for racers, adding to Fanatec's diverse portfolio of steering wheels. Further details regarding the design and features will be revealed at a later date.
NVIDIA Releases GeForce 610.74 WHQL Game Ready Drivers
NVIDIA today released the latest GeForce Game Ready drivers. Version 610.74 WHQL comes with optimization for "DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations" DLC, and "Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced." "Revelations" is a major DLC of "DOOM: The Dark Ages," which introduces several new campaign missions, new weapons, and new monster types. It advances the lore around Doomguy. "Resynced" meanwhile, is a major remaster of "Black Flag" that significantly improves eye-

(PR) Kensington Launches Pro Fit Ergo KB620-RC Wireless Rechargeable EQ Keyboard
Kensington, a worldwide leader of desktop computing and mobility solutions for IT, business, and home office professionals, today announced the Pro Fit Ergo KB620-RC Wireless Rechargeable EQ Keyboard. The wireless ergonomic keyboard combines a familiar typing layout with a curved ergonomic design, multi-device connectivity, and a rechargeable battery for professionals who want greater comfort without changing the way they type.
The Pro Fit Ergo KB620-RC Wireless Rechargeable EQ Keyboard features a gently curved ergonomic wave design with an integrated wrist
The Pro Fit Ergo KB620-RC Wireless Rechargeable EQ Keyboard features a gently curved ergonomic wave design with an integrated wrist

Minisforum Intros NAB9S Mini-PC Powered by Core i9-13900HK and DDR4 SODIMM Slots
Minisforum today introduced the NAB9S, an interesting new mini PC powered by Intel Core i9-13900HK "Raptor Lake-H" mobile processor, wired to two DDR4 SODIMM slots. On its own, it is priced at $399, or you can have Minisforum bundle it with dual-channel 32 GB of DDR4-3200 and a 1 TB NVMe SSD for a $759 bundle. The NAB9S comes with an M

(PR) IBM Launches Compact z17 and LinuxONE Systems
IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announces new IBM z17 and IBM LinuxONE 5 configurations, marking the first time IBM is offering rack mount alongside single frame systems across its full Z and LinuxONE portfolio. The expanded IBM z17 and LinuxONE 5 portfolios now offer a wide range of deployment options, engineered with the same flagship performance, security, and ecosystem standards. New single frame and rack mount options provide additional ways for organizations to position their infrastructure where it fits best for their business needs, helping support flexibility

Valve Releases Windows Drivers for Steam Machine
Valve released Windows drivers for its Steam Machine console, letting end-users replace the pre-installed SteamOS with 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11. The driver package from Valve covers graphics, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and memory card reader. Since Steam Machine is based on a semi-custom SoC the company co-developed with AMD, and not a production AMD Ryzen SKU, the graphics driver isn't from the same AMD Software Adrenalin trunk. What's also interesting to note here
