In August 2022, chip design firm Arm initiated a lawsuit against Qualcomm in the US, alleging that Qualcomm had used specific Arm-based technologies in its Snapdragon X processors without the proper authorization. Despite the ongoing legal battle, these processors are crucial components in Microsoft’s new Copilot+ AI PCs. The uncertainty surrounding the outcome of this
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AMD’s recent announcement regarding the Ryzen AI range has stirred up discussions in the tech community. The decision to drop support for Windows 10 in favor of Windows 11 and Linux for the Ryzen AI 300 series has raised eyebrows among consumers. This shift is evident in the official specs page, highlighting the move towards
The rumor mill is swirling with speculation about AMD’s potential launch of 3D V-cache equipped versions of its new Ryzen 9000 processors as early as September. This rumor comes in the wake of Computex 2024 where AMD and Intel unveiled some exciting new CPU architectures. While the prospect of the 9000 X3D variants is tantalizing,
The release of new handheld gaming PCs at the Computex show this year brought excitement and innovation to the gaming community. Companies like Zotac, ROG Ally X, and MSI Claw 8 AI showcased their latest devices, but it was Adata who stole the show with the reveal of the Adata Nia. While the final product
During the Computex event, Gigabyte showcased its upcoming motherboards for both Intel and AMD’s next generation processors. The Gigabyte X870E Aorus Extreme is set to accompany AMD’s Ryzen 9000-series Granite Ridge chips, which are expected to be released in July. The motherboard for AMD processors seemed less mysterious compared to its Intel counterpart. The Intel
The limited edition Ducky Year of the Dragon keyboard stands out with its unique keycaps design. The keycaps feature a composite design, with PBT legends in the middle surrounded by a clear polycarbonate around the sides. This creates a floating keycap look that not only adds to the aesthetics of the keyboard but also ensures
During a recent visit to Aerocool at Computex 2024, I had the opportunity to explore the company’s latest offerings in cases, coolers, fans, and most importantly, power supplies. What caught my attention the most was Aerocool’s new line of power supplies, which come with an extended warranty compared to competitors in the market. One particular
As a dedicated PC gamer, it can be easy to feel a bit insecure when major keynotes and events focus more on topics like AI rather than gaming. After watching the Computex 2024 Nvidia keynote delivered by CEO Jen-Hsun Huang, it was hard not to feel a sense of neglect as a PC gamer. Although
Framework’s latest release, the Framework 13 with a Core Ultra 7 laptop and mainboard, showcases a significant improvement in the realm of high-resolution displays. The company’s focus on addressing community feedback has led to the development of a 500 nits panel with enhanced speed and response time. By prioritizing user preferences, Framework has managed to
AMD has been praised for its Zen architecture, which saved the company from a downward spiral and paved the way for profitability since its launch in 2017. With the recent announcement of Zen 5 at Computex 2024, AMD is focusing on refining the existing architecture rather than making any drastic changes. While there haven’t been