Market research and analysis outfit Gartner has published a gloomy set of predictions about the fate of the PC industry in 2022. It headlines the report by highlighting an expected 9.5% decline in PC shipments globally by the end of the year. Like the downbeat predictions published by IDC three weeks ago, Gartner cites inflation, war and supply chain disruptions for the PC industry's misfortunes. Gartner provides some insight by breaking out PC shipment predictions by market segment, and geography. For example, Ranjit Atwal, a senior director analyst at Gartner, said that "Consumer PC demand is on pace to decline 13.1% in 2022 and will plummet much faster than business PC demand, which is expected to decline 7.2% year over year." In the report, we also find that the Europe, the Middle East and Africa region (EMEA) will see a record dip in consumer PC demand though 2022. The EMEA, with its proximity to Russia and Ukraine, has seen consumer confidence hit particularly hard, and … [Read more...] about Gartner Predicts a 9.5% PC Industry Decline for 2022
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The best co-op games on Switch | Digital Trends
Nintendo Switch is home to some of the best cooperative games on the market. Whether you’re looking for something fast-paced like Streets of Rage 4 or creative like Minecraft , there’s no shortage of incredible co-op games on Switch. However, finding the best ones can be challenging — thanks to Switch’s gigantic library, you’ll have to wade through thousands of games before stumbling upon the best. Below you’ll find our list of the best Switch co-op games. This includes recent releases such as TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge , along with games that can be played both competitively and cooperatively, such as Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate . Regardless of which game you pick, you’ll be treated to some of the best co-op gaming the hybrid handheld has to offer. Further reading The best Nintendo Switch games for 2022 The best Nintendo Switch games for kids The best multiplayer games on Nintendo Switch Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Trailer … [Read more...] about The best co-op games on Switch | Digital Trends