Shabana Arif
Shabana is T3's News Editor covering tech and gaming, and has been writing about video games for almost a decade (and playing them since forever). As well as contributing to Tom's Guide, she's had bylines at major gaming sites during her freelance career before settling down at T3, and has podcasts, streaming, and video content under her belt to boot. Outside of work, she also plays video games and should really think about expanding her hobbies.
Latest articles by Shabana Arif
Returnal’s lack of autosave is an insult to gamers — here’s why
By Shabana Arif published
Returnal's biggest problem is Housemarque — and the players indulging them.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 could get a size upgrade — and it's coming soon
By Shabana Arif published
The Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch Active 4 may seem some design alterations and fans might not be too happy with these changes.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE launch getting closer — production date and colors leaked
By Shabana Arif published
The Galaxy S20 FE made a splash with its varied color palette but the Galaxy S21 FE isn't following suit
Apple AirTag gets modded into a wallet-sized card for your convenience
By Shabana Arif published
Apple AirTag is reassembled into a thin card for your wallet
iPad mini Pro price and screen size just leaked
By Shabana Arif published
iPad mini Pro is reportedly a smaller iPad Pro, not a souped-up iPad mini 6.
Returnal game-breaking patch pulled — it's now safe to update
By Shabana Arif published
Housemarque pulls Returnal patch after feedback that it was corrupting saves
PS5 Game Boost teases better backwards compatibility is coming
By Shabana Arif published
Sony doubles down on backwards compatibility with PS5 Game Boost ad.
Get ready for Resident Evil Village with a Resident Evil 7 recap
By Shabana Arif published
Our Resident Evil 7 recap tells you everything you need to know before starting Resident Evil Village.
Clubhouse finally arrives on Android — but there's a catch
By Shabana Arif published
Clubhouse closed Android beta may not be enough to keep people interested in the face of its exclusivity
Older Samsung phones are getting this killer Galaxy S21 camera upgrade
By Shabana Arif published
Samsung rolls out Galaxy S21 Director's View to Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Note 20 devices.
Returnal patch rolls out today — here's how to make sure it doesn't ruin your progress
By Shabana Arif published
Housemarque PSA will save your Returnal progress.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 biggest upgrades just revealed in new renders
By Shabana Arif published
This is your best look at the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 yet
Resident Evil Village, Returnal and more — all 20% off at eBay
By Shabana Arif published
eBay's limited-time offer saves you 20% off new, recently released, and upcoming games for PlayStation and Xbox.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 looks stunning in most accurate renders yet
By Shabana Arif published
Here's your first proper, but unofficial, look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3.
Forget Oculus Quest Pro — HTC’s new VR headset just leaked
By Shabana Arif published
HTC is set to reveal multiple VR headsets at ViveCon 2021 next week, and this is one of them
iPad Pro 2021 pre-orders: Everything you need to know
By Shabana Arif published
Everything you need to know about pre-ordering the new iPad Pro 2021.
iPad Pro 202112.9-inch will work with older Magic Keyboard — but there's a catch
By Shabana Arif, Alex Wawro published
The older Magic Keyboard is "functionally compatible" with the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro -- it just might not fit quite right.
9 essential Returnal tips and tricks
By Shabana Arif published
Returnal drops you onto a hostile, alien planet where you'll die — a lot. But maybe quite as much with these tips under your belt
iPad mini 6 could launch this spring after all — here's why
By Shabana Arif published
Apple could be about to launch a new iPad or two, including the well-overdue iPad mini 6
iPad 2021 and new iMac could be hit with significant delays — here's why
By Shabana Arif published
Apple CEO Tim Cook says iPad and Mac supply will be affected by chip shortages ravaging the industry
Google rolls out its Android earthquake alert system to countries outside of the US
By Shabana Arif published
Google rolls out Android Earthquake Alerts System to two more countries, with Washington to follow next month
PS Plus May 2021: Battlefield 5, Stranded Deep, and more
By Shabana Arif published
PS Plus reveals May lineup, and gives players early access to a PS5 title
Google update makes planning your post-COVID vacation stress-free
By Shabana Arif published
Plan your post-COVID vacation with ease thanks to the new Google update that lets you know about travel restrictions by country and where to travel.
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