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Arena Animation launches Gurugram alumni chapter at meet

Arena Animation launches Gurugram alumni chapter at meet

More than 100 former students gathered in Gurugram as Arena Animation opened its 14th alumni chapter amid a crowded creative training market.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • 3 days ago

Consistent launches Wave wired gaming headset in India

Partner Programmes

Consistent launches Wave wired gaming headset in India

The new headset adds to India's crowded low-cost gaming market, where buyers are weighing sound quality, comfort and microphone clarity.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2026

Global Stories

Mobile gaming stories

Havas Play & iion launch playable ads in ANZ & APAC

Digital Transformation

Havas Play & iion launch playable ads in ANZ & APAC

Brands across ANZ and APAC will be able to launch interactive ads faster as Havas Play and iion cut playable-build times to days, not weeks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Tech Race Summit explores personalisation, AI and cybersecurity

Tech Race Summit explores personalisation, AI and cybersecurity

AI and personalisation are reshaping Softswiss's product, engineering and security priorities as the group warns of higher cyber risk and tighter data demands.

By Mara Sugue • 9 min read • Last week

Qualcomm launches dual Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips

Qualcomm launches dual Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips

Premium Android handsets are set to get more on-device AI and imaging tools as Qualcomm adds a second flagship chip option for makers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

AppsFlyer report flags diverging APAC app growth trends

AppsFlyer report flags diverging APAC app growth trends

Marketers risk misreading APAC growth as install gains slowed in gaming and retention weakened, even as finance and payments adoption lifted some markets.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2026

Appcharge study finds local acquiring lifts gaming payments

Appcharge study finds local acquiring lifts gaming payments

Local banks approved in-country gaming payments 8.4 percentage points more often than cross-border routes, Appcharge said.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026

ZBD launches games payments platform for PC & console

ZBD launches games payments platform for PC & console

Developers can now keep deposits, rewards and player payouts inside their own titles as ZBD widens its payments push beyond mobile gaming.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2026

NVIDIA launches Linux GeForce NOW app with cloud tweaks

NVIDIA launches Linux GeForce NOW app with cloud tweaks

Linux gamers will get smoother access to streamed titles, as Nvidia moves GeForce NOW out of beta and trims cloud gaming lag.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Sat, 15th Aug 2026

AULUMU unveils slim aramid case for Galaxy Z Fold8

AULUMU unveils slim aramid case for Galaxy Z Fold8

Samsung foldable owners now have a slimmer protection option as AULUMU targets heat, grip and magnetic accessory support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Mobile gaming stories

PUNTR raises USD $500,000 to grow US sports challenge app

Personalisation

PUNTR raises USD $500,000 to grow US sports challenge app

The cash will fund product development as the Los Angeles-based startup builds personalised sports challenges for US fans beyond live viewing.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week

ZYMIX launches UK social superapp combining chat & payments

ZYMIX launches UK social superapp combining chat & payments

It aims to cut app switching for British users by linking messaging, events, social content and peer-to-peer payments in one place.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Viture launches Pro 2 XR glasses & dock in Australia

Viture launches Pro 2 XR glasses & dock in Australia

Australian gamers and streamers can now buy Viture's lighter XR glasses and dock, with prices starting at AUD $179 in major retailers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Yesterday

8BitDo opens pre-orders for premium Xbox controller

8BitDo opens pre-orders for premium Xbox controller

Priced at GBP £119.99, the new pad aims at Xbox and PC buyers willing to pay more for modular controls and drift-resistant sticks.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

POCO launches F9 Ultra in Australia for AUD $1,499

Software Updates

POCO launches F9 Ultra in Australia for AUD $1,499

Australian buyers get a 200MP camera, 8,050mAh battery and Bose-tuned audio as POCO pushes further into premium handsets.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

StarHub launches 5G+ to boost indoor mobile coverage

StarHub launches 5G+ to boost indoor mobile coverage

Indoor and underground users on StarHub's 5G plans could see faster, more reliable connections as the operator extends coverage with 700MHz spectrum.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Clash Royale launches contest for first Rage Emote

Clash Royale launches contest for first Rage Emote

A survey of 9,000 gamers suggests frustration is fleeting, with most rage quitters returning to play within hours and enjoying it more.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2026

8BitDo FlipPad lands in Europe for portrait mobile games

8BitDo FlipPad lands in Europe for portrait mobile games

European mobile gamers now have a £24.99 wired option for portrait play, as the FlipPad lands with iPhone and Android support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2026

Direct-to-consumer gaming revenue gap widens, study says

Software-as-a-Service

Direct-to-consumer gaming revenue gap widens, study says

Early adopters are widening the revenue gap as direct-to-consumer sales grow to about 15% of mobile gaming in-app purchases.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Aug 2026

Hands-on review: Oppo Reno 16 Pro 5G balances style

Hands-on review: Oppo Reno 16 Pro 5G balances style

Its NZD $1,799 price brings flagship expectations, yet the compact handset falls short on chip speed and wireless charging.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2026