Hardware Busters
Ryzen 9000: Why Does AMD-generated Gaming Data Differ from Reviewer Data?
The new “Zen 5” architecture, first introduced in high-end laptops earlier this summer, is now available in a full stack of desktop processors with the
AMD Ryzen 9 9900x CPU Review: Performance, Thermals & Power Analysis
Epilogue I expected higher performance from the Ryzen 9 9900x, not only in gaming but also in everyday applications. It is a strong performer in
ZOTAC GAMING Reveals MEK HERO Gaming PC Deals at Amazon
ZOTAC GAMING has launched a special sales event on Amazon featuring discounts on five high-performance MEK HERO Gaming PCs, valid from August 21 through August
Germany: Europe’s First Mega-Factory For Next-Generation Microchips In Dresden
Source: ot.gr The EU approved the 5 billion subsidy from Germany for the 10 billion euro factory. The foundations for constructing the largest factory in
Corsair 6500X Case Review: Thermal & Noise Damping/Output Evaluation
Epilogue The 6500 series is a well-rounded dual-chamber chassis, offering great looks and building options regarding component selection and placement. There is lots of space
ADATA’s Global Sustainability Initiative “Innovate Today, Embrace Tomorrow.”
ADATA Technology has unveiled a comprehensive global sustainability initiative to promote biodiversity conservation and increase public awareness about environmental issues. A central feature of this
The Most Common Spread Malware For July 2024
Source: Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. In its latest Threat Index, Check Point revealed that RansomHub remains the most prevalent Ransomware group. Meanwhile, its researchers
Quick Tips #36: Activate Your Windows Product Key on Any PC
As you may already know, Windows needs a valid key to be activated. Unfortunately, depending on the device (e.g., laptop) or the type of license
Google “Threatened” Tech Influencers. The #TeamPixel Scandal
Google crossed a line with the Pixel 9. The company’s invite-only Team Pixel program — which seeds Pixel products to influencers before public availability
darkFlash UPMOST 1250W ATX v3.0 PSU Review
Epilogue The darkFlash UPMOST 1250W is a decent-performing PSU, which could be notably better if the ripple at 12V was lower under full load and
Thermaltake Toughpower GF A3 750W ATX v3.1 PSU Review – Silent Platform Change, Messy Protection Features & Fake 80 Plus Badge
Epilogue It is not the best thing to have a PSU line and silently replace it with the platform of another OEM. The honest way
The Former CEO Of Huawei Was Spotted With A Strange Device
Former Huawei CEO Richard Yu, currently Chairman of the Board at Consumer BG, was spotted on the plane with a strange device in his hands.
Semiconductor Chipmaker Texas Instruments To Receive Up To $1.6 Bln Funding From The U.S. Government
Source: Reuters, AFP.com The U.S. Commerce Department has signed a preliminary agreement with semiconductor manufacturer Texas Instruments for up to $1.6 billion to construct three
SoftBank Calls Off AI Chip Partnership With Intel & Turns To TSMC
Source: Businessworld Intel’s failure to fulfill production objectives prompts SoftBank to investigate fresh options with Taiwan’s TSMC as it looks to compete with Nvidia in
Google’s Tensor G4 vs. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4
Source: Businessworld.in, 91mobiles.com Google with Tensor G4 (4nm, 3.1 GHz, Titan M2 co-processor) and Qualcomm with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (3nm, 4.2 GHz, Adreno 760
AMD Ryzen 9 9950x CPU Review: Performance, Thermals & Power Analysis
Epilogue AMD bumped notably the prices on its new Ryzen 9000 series processors, with the 9950x going for almost 650 dollars. The problems that Intel
An Intel Breakdown after All the Current Events
Intel has been a technology pioneer and a leader for many years, especially in the processors segment. However, after the recent events regarding the 13th
Microcode (0x129) Update For Intel Core 13th And 14th Gen Desktop Processors
Source: community.intel., Pcmag The “0x129” microcode fix addresses the CPU error but may impact performance in some scenarios. Therefore, Intel is considering other fixes for
The “Sinkclose” Vulnerability Affects Millions of AMD CPU Dating Back To 2006
Source: Pc Gamer, TechPowerUp Since 2006, a critical security flaw known as “Sinkclose” (CVE-2023-31315) has been identified in all AMD processors, potentially affecting hundreds of
M4 Mac Mini to Become Apple’s Smallest Ever Computer With Complete Redesign
Source: MacRumors Apple plans to debut completely redesigned Mac mini models later this year, using the M4 and M4 Pro chips like the newer iPad
MIT Makes A Super Thin Solar Cell That Can Turn Any Surface Into A Power Plant
Sources: Interestingengineering, news.mit.edu MIT engineers have developed an ultralight fabric solar cell that can transform virtually any surface into a power source. Researchers have developed
Sharkoon Rebel P20 SFX 850W ATX v3.1 PSU Review
Epilogue Like its 1000W sibling, the Rebel P20 SFX 850 is a high-power, small-factor PSU that faces strong competition. Currently, this Sharkoon unit is unavailable
IP Address Zero-Day Vulnerability Allows Hackers To Attack Mac, Linux Computers
Sources: PcMag, The Cyber Security Hub The zero-day flaw is IP address 0.0.0.0, which can be exploited in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera. Israeli
Xiaomi Will Take The Next Step In Its Smartphone Batteries
Sources: gsmarena, gizchina Xiaomi aims to take the next step in the batteries that will house its future smartphones as it prepares a new technology.
A “Blood Bath”; Dell Fires More Than 12,500 Employees Or 10% Of Global Workforce To Focus On AI
Sources: Indiatoday, Livemint, Techradar Dell Technologies has announced a second round of layoffs in 15 months. The company has fired around 12,500 employees. Affected employees
Nvidia Reportedly Delays Next-Generation Blackwell AI Chip. A Design Flaw?
Source: Investors, TheVerge Nvidia reportedly is delaying its next-generation artificial intelligence chips by at least three months. Mass shipments may not take place until early
CORSAIR Transitions to More Comprehensive PSU Certifications from Cybenetics
MILPITAS, CA, August 7th, 2024—As the demand for more detailed power supply information grows, CORSAIR® (Nasdaq: CRSR) will begin exclusively using Cybenetics’ more advanced certifications
AMD Ryzen 7 9700x CPU Review: Performance, Thermals & Power Analysis
Epilogue The Ryzen 7 9700x is expensive at 359 dollars; the same goes for the Ryzen 5 9600x, which costs 279 dollars. I believe that
Apple Introduces The Apple Intelligence With iOS 18.1 Dev Beta
Source: TechCrunch, Powergame On Monday, Apple unveiled the first version of Apple Intelligence, which includes features to improve Siri, automatically create emails and images, and
Intel is Extending the Warranty of its “Raptor Lake” Processors by Two Years
Source: Pcmag, CNBC Intel does not issue an official recall, nor is it expected, preferring the solution of extending the warranty of the 13th and
Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Announced – Qualcomm’s new Affordable 5G Chipset
Sources: gsmarena, theregister Qualcomm announced its new Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset (SM4635) in India. This is not a successor to last year’s Snapdragon 4 Gen
Raijintek Cyclops 360 AIO Review
Epilogue The Cyclops 360 comes at a very good price ($105 excluding VAT in the US market), which becomes even better if you realize that