The GM7000 might appear to be an ordinary PCIe NVMe Gen 4 SSD in a standard M.2 2280 form factor, but that’s because you haven’t heard about its in-depth specifications. Not only does Acer’s 2TB drive feature a DRAM cache, it’s also 10 percent off on Amazon, bringing this premium solid-state drive’s price down to $314.99. The DRAM cache on the GM7000 allows the SSD to maintain peak performance during heavy workloads, resulting in maintaining sustained performance Utilizing the PCIe Gen 4 x4 interface alongside the NVMe 1.4 protocol, the Predator GM7000 can reach blazing-fast sequential read speeds of up […]

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Acer has announced a new lineup of monitors across its Predator, Nitro, and ProDesigner ranges. The displays cover various panel technologies, featuring refresh rates up to 1000Hz and dual- or tri-mode resolution switching.

Three new Predator gaming monitors are on the way, starting with the 24.5-inch Predator XB253Q U1, offering 1080p at 1000Hz refresh rate alongside VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification. There is also the 31.5-inch Predator X32 V3, which uses a 4K 180Hz QD-OLED Penta Tandem panel with VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400. Meanwhile, the 27-inch Predator XB273K V7 provides UHD resolution in a more compact 27-inch display size, with Dynamic Frame Rate (DFR) technology that switches to Full HD at 500Hz.

Moving to the Nitro brand, Acer is introducing four high-refresh models featuring DFR switching. The 27-inch Nitro XV275X P pairs a 2304-zone Mini LED backlight with a baseline 5K resolution at 165Hz, switching to QHD at 330Hz, and featuring 90W USB-C power delivery. Ultrawide users get the curved 34-inch Nitro XZ340CKR P, with a 5120×2160 resolution at 180Hz or WFHD (2560×1080) at 360Hz with a 0.5ms GTG response time. The last Nitro models are the Nitro XV275U Z2 and XV270U Z3, both featuring tri-mode DFR, allowing switching between QHD at 275Hz, FHD at 360Hz, and HD at 520Hz, with the XV275U Z2 using a 1152-zone Mini LED backlight.

Designed for creators, the 27-inch ProDesigner PE270X P features a native 5K (5120×2880) resolution at 165Hz with DFR support up to QHD at 330Hz. It combines a 2304-zone Mini LED backlight with VESA DisplayHDR 1400 certification, Delta E<1 accuracy, an Auto KVM switch, and 90W USB-C power delivery.

The Predator XB253Q U1 and Predator X32 V3 will be available in Q1 2027, starting at $1,099.99/€1,099 and $899.99/€899, respectively. The Predator XB273K V7 will be slightly sooner, in Q4 2026, at $449.99/€449. As for the Nitro models, the Acer Nitro XV275X P, Acer Nitro XZ340CKR P, and Acer Nitro XV270U Z3 will be available in Q1 2027 at $1,199.99/€1,199, $699.99/€699, and $299.99/€299, respectively. As for the Acer Nitro XV275U Z2, it will be available in Q4 2026, starting at $329.99/€329. Lastly, the Acer ProDesigner PE270X P will be available in Q1 2027 for $1,299.99/€1,299.

KitGuru says: It seems multi-mode is slowly becoming the standard, as even creative-oriented monitors are getting this feature. Interested in any of the new Acer monitors?

Acer has announced the Predator Atlas 7 gaming handheld alongside Project DualPlay Mini, an 8-inch concept device that transforms into a mini-laptop. 

Powered by up to an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor and Intel Arc B390 graphics, the Predator Atlas 7 pairs its internals with a 7-inch FHD 120Hz VRR touchscreen offering 500nits peak brightness. Acer includes up to an 80Wh battery alongside a dual-fan cooling setup, combining a 0.1mm 89-blade metal AeroBlade fan with a secondary plastic fan. Physical controls include optional tunnelling magnetoresistance (TMR) joysticks, Hall-effect triggers, and a power-button fingerprint sensor for Windows Hello logins. Connectivity options cover dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, UHS-II microSD expansion, Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4.

Alongside the Atlas 7, Acer showcased Project DualPlay Mini, an 8-inch conceptual device featuring a flip-and-swivel mechanism. This layout converts the unit between a traditional handheld and a mini-laptop mode with a backlit physical keyboard. Powering the concept is an Intel processor cooled by a dual-fan structure, featuring Morse code detailing on the back cover to celebrate Acer's 50th anniversary.

Regional rollout for the Predator Atlas 7 starts in EMEA and North America in Q4 2026. Acer also confirmed the larger 8-inch Predator Atlas 8, originally shown at Computex 2026, arrives in both regions this month.

KitGuru says: If you wanted a smaller variant of the Atlas 8, the Atlas 7 brings a similar feature set in a more compact form factor. As for the DualPlay Mini, it's an interesting concept, but like many others, we might never see it hitting stores.

This Redditor reportedly got his laptop back from Acer with the stock liquid metal swapped with a thermal paste. User Sends Acer Laptop for RMA Due to Overheating Issues; Company Reportedly Sends it Back by Swapping Liquid Metal With Arctic MX-4, Forcing the CPU to Run at Nearly 100°C It's not uncommon to see negligence from vendors when it comes to RMA, and this is exactly what the Reddit user u/Budget_Tomatillo4209 experienced when sending his laptop to Acer for RMA. The user reports he was facing overheating issues with his laptop's CPU. Since the laptop was under warranty, he sent […]

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Acer has joined other monitor makers by launching its first 1000 Hz gaming monitor called Predator XB253Q U1. Acer Hits 1000 Hz at 1080p on Predator XB253Q U1, Competing With LG and Samsung's Super-High Refresh Rate Offerings This isn't the first 1000 Hz gaming monitor from Acer, as the company previously launched a 1000 Hz monitor nearly seven months ago. It was the Acer Predator XB273U F6, which can hit 1000 Hz as well, but the latest gaming monitor is superior when it comes to resolution. Unlike the previous one, which could only reach 1000 Hz at 720p resolution, the […]

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Acer has debuted its latest Swift Blade 14 laptop, featuring Intel's Wildcat Lake processors and very lightweight design. Acer Launches Swift Blade 14 Laptop, the Lightest 14-inch Laptop Yet, Featuring Intel Core Series 3, 12 GB RAM, 1 TB Storage, and 3K OLED Display There are only a few 14-inch laptops that weigh under 1 kg, including the ASUS Zenbook A14, which weighs 990 grams, and the 975-gram Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura edition. Reducing the weight below 900 grams is a big challenge, but using Intel Core Series 3 might help. However, we keep hearing about new Wildcat […]

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Like its desktop counterpart, Intel’s Core i9-14900HX is no stranger to overheating and throttling, with an Acer Predator Helios gaming laptop owner finding out the hard way when running YouTube videos caused insane temperature spikes. A visit to the service center presented a rare opportunity to upgrade to a newer model with an RTX 5070 Ti with faster dual-channel DDR5 RAM running at 6,400MT/s. However, while the paper specifications suggest the owner is getting an upgrade, he has noticed some trade-offs in the newer configuration. RTX 5070 Ti-powered Predator Helios gaming laptop compromises on the build quality, but offers a vibrant OLED screen […]

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It looks like the next Kingdom Come game will be arriving sooner than expected. Embracer has confirmed a release window during its latest earnings report, while also revealing that Darksiders is finally making its long‑awaited return with Darksiders 4 planned for the same period.

In the Interim Report, Embracer states that “in FY 2027/28, we expect the release of the next game in the Kingdom Come franchise from Warhorse Studios”. This is notably sooner than many anticipated, particularly as Warhorse only announced plans for a new Kingdom Come project earlier this year.

Embracer also confirmed that Darksiders 4 is in development at Gunfire Games, marking the franchise’s first mainline entry since 2018. The same release window includes Tomb Raider: Catalyst, which is being developed across Crystal Dynamics, Flying Wild Hog and Eidos Montréal.

Warhorse Studios has been busy recently. Alongside confirming work on a new Kingdom Come title, the studio also revealed plans for a LOTR game. Earlier this year, fans discovered a trademark for Kingdom Come: Salvation, which appears to be a multiplayer‑focused project.

KitGuru Says: It sounds like we will be seeing this new Kingdom Come game very soon, perhaps as early as Gamescom. At that same event, Embracer projects like Metro 2039 will also be playable for the first time. 

One of the best gaming CPUs has dropped by nearly $50 while another 10-core powerful CPU dropped below $100. Amazon Slashes $47 Off Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, Making it the Best Gaming/Productivity Processor While Core Ultra 5 225F is Now the Cheapest 10-Core CPU This might be the biggest CPU deal this year as one of the fastest gaming processors has dropped way below its official MSRP. Just today, we published a deals post, which gives you the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and Core Ultra 5 250K Plus for lower than MSRP, but this Amazon deal […]

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The arrival of the MacBook Neo has ushered in a wave of affordable Windows 11 notebooks. First, it was Dell’s XPS 13, and now, we have Acer, which is quietly taking pre-orders for the Aspire Go 15, its affordable offering that’s powered by none other than Qualcomm’s Snapdragon C. It also packs the same RAM count as the MacBook Neo, and its listing price is much lower than the latter. At £499, Acer’s Aspire Go 15 is indeed affordable, but there are trade-offs too when comparing it to the MacBook Neo Alongside the 8-core Snapdragon C, the Aspire Go 15 features 8GB […]

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It seems hell hath no fury like a commodity DRAM chip spurned. As HBM continues to hog DDR wafers, the supply of DRAM might plummet as much as 70 percent in 2027, according to the CEO of Apacer, which echoes recent pronouncements from the CEO of SK hynix. The CEO of Apacer expects the supply of commodity DRAM to fall off the proverbial roof in 2027, echoing pronouncements from the CEO of SK hynix, who thinks "next year will be the worst year in the industry's history from the supply perspective" According to the CEO of Apacer, C.K. Chang, DRAM […]

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NVIDIA's first RTX Spark PCs are coming this fall, with ASUS & MSI leading the way, and other manufacturers will follow suit. ASUS & MSI Among The First To Offer RTX Spark Systems, As NVIDIA Enters The AI PC Segment This Fall The unveiling of RTX Spark marked NVIDIA's official entry into the PC market, targeting the AI PC segment. These laptops are going to be a one-stop solution for AI, Content Creation, and Gaming. According to NVIDIA, the first RTX Spark PCs are now finalized and are aiming for the previously disclosed Fall 2026 launch. As per the details, […]

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It's clear that the Intel Arc G3-based gaming handhelds won't be released for under $1,000 for sure. Acer UK Confirms Pricing for Arc G3 and G3 Extreme-Based Predator Atlas 8 Handheld; Up To $2,000 for the 32 GB - 1 TB Configuration Gaming handhelds are now costing an arm and a leg. With rapid improvements in hardware, newer gaming handhelds do not cost any less than a mid-range gaming PC. Since the release of the Intel Arc G3 series, many vendors have quickly transitioned from AMD chips to Panther Lake SoC variants. However, while we expected lower prices, vendors keep […]

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Following on from a reveal at Computex, Acer has now announced UK pre‑order details for the Predator Atlas 8 handheld, with pricing starting at £999.99. Early adopters will also receive a pre‑packed Corning Gorilla Glass screen protector and two months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with all units.

Acer first introduced the device during its Computex showcase, confirming that the Predator Atlas 8 is built around Intel’s new Arc G3 processors. The handheld features an 8-inch 120Hz display, hall‑effect joysticks, active cooling and full Windows support, enabling access to PC game libraries and Intel XeSS upscaling.

Acer has now outlined UK configurations and pricing ahead of launch this October. Priority pre‑order registration is available today via Acer’s Atlas 8 pre‑order page, with four tiers confirmed. The base Predator Atlas 8 ships with an Intel Arc G3 processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD and a 60Whr battery for £999.99. A second configuration increases memory to 24GB, retaining the same storage and battery, priced at £1,099.99.

For those seeking more performance, the Predator Atlas 8 Extreme upgrades to the Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor, paired with 24GB RAM, a 1TB SSD and an 80Whr battery at £1,299.99. The top‑end model raises memory to 32GB, with the same GPU, storage and battery configuration, coming in at £1,499.99.

KitGuru Says: Are you a fan of handheld gaming systems? Are you considering Acer's Predator Atlas? 

While oft-forgotten in racing game discourse, Ubisoft’s The Crew series has been trucking along healthily for quite a few years, with the latest entry – Motorfest – recently surpassing 10 million players. It seems the game could see another major boost in sales, with The Crew Motorfest now being officially announced for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Taking to their blog to make the announcement, Ubisoft revealed that “The Crew Motorfest will be available on Nintendo Switch 2 starting on October 8 in both a physical retail edition and digitally via the Nintendo eShop.”

Details on this port remain light for now, with the main bits of news being that the physical edition is merely a Game-Key Card and the fact that an online connection is required to play – even portably.

These issues aside, The Crew Motorfest could be a strong addition to the Switch’s line-up, serving as the de-facto open world festival racer on the system. Hopefully we will get more details on this port (including price, performance and more) closer to its release.

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KitGuru says: What do you think of The Crew Motorfest? Is its always-online requirement a deal breaker? Are analogue triggers necessary for racing games in your eyes? Let us know down below.

Amazon Prime Day is upon us and if you are in need of an SSD, today may be one of your few chances to get one at a decent price. Acer has discounted a few different SSD models, including PCIe 4 M.2 Predator SSDs, portable SSDs and even SATA SSDs.

The Acer Predator GM7 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD has been discounted, with the 1TB model reduced to £147 and the 2TB version priced at £245.99. These SSDs offer sequential read speeds up to 7200MB/s and are usable for both PCs and PS5 consoles, making them ideal for gamers.

The Predator GP30 portable SSD is also discounted, with the 1TB model available for £165.99, the 2TB version at £255.99 and the 4TB option at £482.99. The drive uses a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type‑C interface and delivers up to 2,000MB/s read and write speeds.

Acer’s SA100 SATA III SSD is the cheapest of the bunch, with a 240GB version priced at £44, a 480GB version at £79.99 and a 960GB version at £119.99.

KitGuru Says: Are you thinking of picking up an SSD during the Prime Day sales this week? 

While oft-forgotten in racing game discourse, Ubisoft’s The Crew series has been trucking along healthily for quite a few years, amassing millions of players who enjoy the publisher’s take on an open-world festival-styled racer. Less than 3 years on from its initial launch, Ubisoft’s The Crew Motorfest has reached a major player milestone.

Taking to its socials to make the announcement, the official ‘The Crew’ page revealed that Motorfest had surpassed a new milestone, writing: “10 million players. Thank you to everyone who has made The Crew Motorfest what it is today. Beyond this incredible milestone, it’s great to see more and more of you becoming part of the community month after month.”

It appears as though the game has managed to maintain its momentum over the years, with the company revealing some impressive statistics: “From 1 million monthly active players at launch to a peak of 3 million last May, this journey reflects the ever-growing enthusiasm around the game over the years.”

Concluding on a thankful note, the team wrote: “Your passion for vehicles, competition, exploration, customisation, and all car cultures inspires us every day to keep building new experiences for you. Stay tuned for what comes next. See you at Motorfest!”

As always, it is worth noting that 10 million players does not equate to 10 million copies sold, with the likes of Motorfest being available to play through Ubisoft’s subscription service.

That being said, this milestone is still worth celebrating, and shows that Ubisoft’s continued commitment to offering new and free updates has been paying off. It will be interesting to see what’s next in store for The Crew.

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Intel explains Project Firefly and why it matters for the mainstream market for users on a budget. Intel Project Firefly Targets The Masses, Bringing Cost-Effective Notebook Solutions Based on Intel Wildcat Lake Team Blue has been doing amazing since the launch of Panther Lake, aka Core Ultra Series 3, but perhaps it's not the only processor stack the company is trying to expand to the mainstream market. It appears that Intel wants to target the "budget" segment where premium devices often appear missing, which is why the Wildcat Lake exists. The Wildcat Lake is essentially a downgraded Panther Lake stack […]

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While the Yooka-Laylee series has had its ups and downs, the team at Playtonic Games have put in the work to continuously refine their platforming chops; recently releasing their pseudo-remake Yooka-Replaylee. Similar to the mascot platformers which inspired the series, Yooka-Laylee looks set to receive a surprise kart racing spin-off.

In the lead-up to this week’s onslaught of video game announcements, the team at Playtonic Games have been cryptically teasing something related to Yooka-Laylee (as they have done in the past). Taking to their socials, the indie studio published a couple of playful clips alongside the the poems:

“A green reptile, a purple bat,

Are plotting something… fancy that!

Collecting quills is far too slow,

There may be faster ways to go…”

Based on the wording, the clips shared and the fact that the end of Yooka-Replaylee included stickers of the protagonists driving race karts, it can be safe to assume that we’ll be getting a Kart Racer next. Topping it all off, Playtonic also recently changed their social media profile picture to a close-up of Yooka’s eye looking suspiciously like a car headlight.

The Yooka-Laylee series has always tried to embody the spirit of classic platformers, and so it makes perfect sense for them to shift gears to a different genre next.

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KitGuru says: What do you think of the Yooka-Laylee series overall? Would you welcome a new kart racer? Let us know down below.