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May 13
- AMD says AM5 platforms can support CUDIMMs, but won't commit to a release date
➀ AMD confirms AM5 platform has hardware foundation for CUDIMMs support but current Ryzen 7000 CPUs are incompatible;
➁ Ryzen 8000/9000 CPUs enable limited 'bypass mode' without performance benefits, requiring manual DDR5-3200 base configuration;
➂ MSI claims upcoming X870 motherboards will support CUDIMMs with Zen 5 processors, though AMD hasn't officially guaranteed compatibility.
- AMD RX 9060 XT leaked specs allege speedy 3.3 GHz GPU clock
➀ AMD's unreleased Radeon RX 9060 XT shows leaked specs with a 3.32 GHz boost clock and 16GB GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus;
➁ Despite half the memory bandwidth (320 GB/s) compared to higher-tier models, it adopts PCIe 5.0 and sub-200W TGP;
➂ Tipped for a May 20 launch, the GPU aims to compete with Nvidia's RTX 5060 Ti at Computex 2025.
- From Technician to Master: Now Inform Yourself About Entry Without a Bachelor's Degree
➀ The Hochschule Darmstadt offers a program allowing technicians and professionals with vocational qualifications to pursue a master's degree in Electrical Engineering (M.Sc.) or Reliability Engineering (M.Eng.) without a prior bachelor's degree, via an entrance exam and preparatory course;
➁ An online information session on May 16, 2025, will detail the program structure, including a six-semester curriculum and an optional preparatory course leading to a "Certificate of Basic Studies";
➂ The program is conducted in collaboration with the zfh (Center for Distance Learning) and the Technical University of Aschaffenburg, part of a broader network offering over 100 accredited distance learning programs across Germany.
- Mastering Semiconductors: acatech Impuls Recommends Open-Source Chip Design as a Way Out of the Mid-Tech Trap
➀ The acatech Impuls report advocates for open-source chip design tools to reduce dependencies on proprietary systems dominated by U.S. firms, enhance Europe's digital sovereignty, and accelerate semiconductor innovation;
➀ Open-source tools are highlighted as critical for specialized applications (e.g., quantum computing) and fostering SME/startup participation, while lowering barriers for academic research and talent development;
➂ The report calls for a unified European semiconductor strategy, including platforms to integrate open-source tools into industrial workflows and adapt policies to evolving geopolitical challenges.
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Trims Fat For A Sleek, Slim AI-Powered Smartphone
➀ Samsung's Galaxy S25 series is now complete with the new 25 Edge model, featuring a 5.8mm-thick titanium frame and Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC.
➁ The camera setup includes a 200 MP wide-angle camera, an ultra-wide 12 MP camera, and a 12 MP selfie shooter.
➂ The 6.5-inch AMOLED display has a 120 Hz refresh rate and is protected by Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
May 12
- GTA 6 Fans Freak Out As Sony Drops The Game On PlayStation Store
➀ Despite the anticipation for GTA VI, Sony has listed the game in its PlayStation Store, but it is not available for preorder.
➁ Gamers are excited about the upcoming release, with the first trailer accumulating nearly 260 million views.
➂ The second trailer, released just five days ago, has already reached over 103 million views on YouTube.
- Maxsun registers several Intel Arc B580 24GB models with the EEC
➀ Maxsun registered Intel Arc B580 24GB GPU models with the EEC, fueling Battlemage rumors;
➁ The 24GB variant could target both consumer and workstation markets, competing with Nvidia’s RTX 40/50 series;
➂ Intel’s BMG-G21 die offers 20 Xe cores, but faces challenges against Blackwell GPUs in raw performance.
- Germany's first university master's program in hydrogen technologies launches at TU Chemnitz
➀ TU Chemnitz introduces Germany's first master's program in hydrogen technologies in Winter 2025/2026, focusing on fuel cell/electrolyzer engineering and system integration to address industry talent demands;
➀ The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiments using open-source research platforms and covers sustainable energy generation, storage, and innovation;
➀ Graduates gain access to career opportunities via the HZwo innovation cluster, linking them to 150+ global companies and research institutions, with Chemnitz serving as a national hydrogen research hub.
- Samsung launches the world's first 500Hz OLED gaming monitor for $1,300, with its burn-in-fighting heat pipes in tow
➀ Samsung introduces the Odyssey OLED G6, the world's first 500Hz gaming monitor, featuring anti-burn-in heat pipes and a 0.03ms response time.
➁ The 27-inch QHD panel offers VESA HDR True Black 500, HDR10+ Gaming, and Glare Free technology, with availability starting in Southeast Asia at $1,300.
➂ Despite using DisplayPort 1.4 (with DSC compression), concerns remain about compatibility and the practicality of 500Hz refresh rates for mainstream users.
- This gilded ROG Astral RTX 5090 Dhahab Edition features actual 24k gold and could set you back $10,000
➀ Asus unveils the opulent 24K gold-plated ROG Astral RTX 5090 Dhahab Edition, priced between $6,700 and $10,600;
➁ The GPU features Arabic cultural motifs, quad-fan cooling, and boasts 6.5g of pure gold for collectors;
➂ Critics question its practicality compared to professional-grade GPUs like the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at similar prices.
- Nvidia reportedly raises GPU prices by 10-15% as manufacturing costs surge — tariffs and TSMC price hikes filter down to retailers
➀ NVIDIA has reportedly raised GPU prices by 5-15% across most product lines, driven by rising manufacturing costs and tariffs;
➁ AI GPUs like H200/B200 face the steepest hikes (up to 15%), while gaming GPUs see 5-10% increases, with RTX 50 series prices doubling in some channels;
➂ Despite export restrictions impacting $5.5B in Chinese AI chip sales, strong global AI demand and cloud service investments are expected to keep NVIDIA's earnings stable.
May 11
- Supercomputer beats human four sextillion to 13 in ‘Super Keisan Battle’ at Japanese tech show
➀ Fugaku supercomputer defeated humans 442 septillion to 13 in 10-second addition challenge at Nico Nico conference;
➁ The contest highlighted Fugaku's 442 PFlop/s computing power and 158,976-node A64FX processor architecture;
➂ RIKEN and Fujitsu plan to develop zettascale supercomputers by 2030, expanding applications in disaster simulation and scientific research.
- Unreleased RTX Titan Ada prototype showcased, 48GB VRAM, dual 16-pins — 'The biggest GPU I've ever held in my hand'
① A prototype of NVIDIA's unreleased RTX Titan Ada GPU, featuring 18,432 CUDA cores and 48GB GDDR6X VRAM, was tested by overclocker Der8auer;
② The GPU outperformed the RTX 4090 by 15% in benchmarks but consumed 14% more power, while the upcoming RTX 5090 showed an 11% speed advantage at higher power draw;
③ Manufacturing costs and potential overlap with high-end workstation GPUs likely led to its cancellation, as the Titan Ada’s fully enabled AD102 die would have been prohibitively expensive.
- Razer Iskur V2 Gaming Chair Review: Attractive, well-built, with glorious lumbar support
➀ Razer Iskur V2 offers highly adjustable lumbar support and 4D armrests for ergonomic customization;
➁ Eco-friendly synthetic leather provides durability but lacks ventilation, causing heat retention during extended use;
➂ Priced at $649, it balances premium build quality with minor flaws in seat depth and headrest stability.
- How To Claim Your Payout Of Apple's $95 Million Siri Spying Settlement
➀ Apple has proposed a resolution for a privacy issue related to Siri, offering a $95 million settlement to affected users.
➁ The issue was revealed in 2019 when it was discovered that Apple had contractors listening to Siri conversations to improve the digital assistant.
➂ Eligible users who owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device during a specific period can claim a portion of the settlement.
- Jiushark JF800 Diamond Review: The best air cooler you can’t buy
➀ Jiushark JF800 Diamond air cooler delivers record-breaking thermal performance, handling over 254W on Intel Core i7-14700K;
➁ Achieves top-tier noise-normalized cooling but operates louder under full load compared to competitors;
➂ Limited U.S. availability via AliExpress, requiring import despite its technical prowess.
- Inside BenQ’s Taiwan HQ and Color Fidelity lab
➀ BenQ emphasizes color accuracy through its AQCOLOR technology, targeting professionals and gamers with features like 10-bit color and factory calibration;
➁ The company showcased new PD and MA series monitors, integrating Apple's color profiles and higher resolutions to cater to game developers and Mac users;
➂ BenQ's Color Fidelity Lab demonstrated cross-device color consistency, while executives revealed a strategic shift toward OLED panels over Mini-LED for future gaming displays.
- Here's Intel's New Firmware Fix For 14th/13th Gen Raptor Lake Instability
➀ Intel has issued a new microcode update to address the '13th/14th Gen Vmin Shift Instability' phenomenon.
➁ The update, version 0x12F, aims to improve system conditions that can potentially contribute to Vmin Shift Instability.
➂ Intel notes that the update does not alter the root cause of the problem but may mitigate its effects under specific scenarios.
May 10
- Apple reportedly readies Baltra processors for AI servers
① Apple and Broadcom are collaborating on the "Baltra" data center processor, expected to launch by 2027, featuring proprietary AI accelerators and HBM memory for Apple Intelligence services.
② The processor may scale up to 8x the CPU/GPU cores of the M3 Ultra, though AI workloads typically require specialized tensor units, suggesting a hybrid CPU-NPU design.
③ Apple’s roadmap includes M5 updates for 2025 iPads/MacBooks, M6 (Komodo), M7 (Borneo), and a high-end Sotra chip, alongside custom processors for wearables like AR glasses.
- Elgato Stream Deck Neo Review: As plug-'n-play as a Stream Deck gets
➀ The Stream Deck Neo offers beginner-friendly design with preloaded tutorials and plug-'n-play features for streamers；
➁ Its two touch-sensitive buttons and info bar lack customization, limiting advanced functionality；
➂ Priced at $99.99, it sits between the Mini and MK.2 models but faces competition due to partial feature rigidity.
- Jam To Big Deals Up To 50% Off Beats Studio, $60 Off Galaxy Buds 3 & More
➀ It's almost Mother's Day, and there are great savings on various earbuds and headphones;
➁ Deals include Beats Solo 4 in Cloud Pink at $99.95 (50% off) and Samsung's Galaxy Buds 3 Pro at $189.99 (24% off);
➂ Other deals include Beats Studio Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Studio Buds+, JBL Vibe Beam, SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2, SHOKZ OpenRun Mini, and ZIUTY Wireless Earbuds.
- G.Skill Trident Z5 CK DDR5-8800 C42 2x24GB Review: Top-Tier Performance With A Price Tag To Match
➀ The G.Skill Trident Z5 CK DDR5-8800 C42 delivers cutting-edge DDR5-8800 speeds, optimized for Intel's Core Ultra 200S processors;
➁ Built with SK Hynix M-die ICs and CUDIMM design, it excels in stability and overclocking but faces compatibility issues with AMD platforms;
➂ Despite its premium price, it remains a top-tier choice for enthusiasts pursuing extreme performance.
- How to manage your Linux resources with Mission Center
➀ Mission Center is a user-friendly system monitor for Linux with intuitive GUI and hardware acceleration, supporting CPU/GPU/RAM/disk/network/fan speed monitoring;
➁ It offers installation via Snap/Flatpak/AppImage, featuring step-by-step Ubuntu Snap setup and real-time app/service management capabilities;
➂ Unique features include Windows 11-style UI, SMART disk status tracking, NVGPU power monitoring, and hardware-accelerated graphs for reduced system overhead.
- Inside the house that Asus built: New NUCs and powerful laptops
➀ Asus showcased its latest NUC mini-PCs and ROG gaming laptops at its Taipei HQ, featuring advancements in cooling, noise reduction, and AI-driven design;
➁ The ROG NUC 2025 integrates Intel Arrow Lake HX CPUs and NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPUs, with a focus on quiet operation under 38dB;
➂ Asus highlighted its 2025 laptop lineup, including ultra-slim Zephyrus models and AI-centric Strix Halo APUs, targeting both gamers and professionals.
May 9
- FBI Warns Hackers Are Weaponizing Old Routers, Consider One Of These Upgrades
➀ The FBI has issued a warning about hackers targeting old router models, recommending users replace compromised devices or disable remote administration.
➁ The FBI lists over a dozen router models that are vulnerable to attacks and no longer receive updates.
➂ The article suggests upgrading to newer models, such as Wi-Fi 6 or 6E, for better security and support.
- LegoGPT creates Lego designs using AI and text inputs — tool now available for free to the public
➀ Carnegie Mellon University researchers developed LegoGPT, an AI model that generates original LEGO designs from text prompts using a dataset of 47,000+ LEGO structures;
➁ The tool includes physics-aware validation to ensure stability and compatibility with human/robotic assembly, and is available for free on GitHub;
➂ Users can integrate it with image recognition AI to create designs based on existing brick inventories, potentially revolutionizing DIY LEGO projects.
- Forget Headphones, Razer's Clio Turns Your Gaming Chair Into A Spatial Audio Sound Stage
➀ Razer的Clio是一款带有内置扬声器的头枕，旨在将任何游戏椅（包括Iskur V2）变成沉浸式音效站；
➁ Clio支持与桌面扬声器配对，以获得更丰富的环绕声体验；
➂ Clio采用舒适的记忆泡沫制成，配备可调节的尼龙带，兼容高背游戏椅，单次充电可续航长达14小时。
- Understanding ME/CFS Syndrome Better During Sleep
➀ The Fraunhofer IDMT in Oldenburg leads the research consortium 'Sleep-Neuro-Path' to study neurophysiological sleep characteristics in ME/CFS patients using mobile EEG systems;
➁ The project aims to identify sleep-related biomarkers linked to cognitive impairments and fatigue, leveraging at-home sleep monitoring and integrating data with genetic and vascular studies;
➂ Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), the initiative will present findings at a public symposium on May 13, 2025, to advance personalized therapies.
- Nvidia's RTX 5060 will launch without reviews since chipmaker opts not to supply press drivers to reviewers
① NVIDIA confirms withholding RTX 5060 pre-release drivers from reviewers, delaying reviews until its May 19 launch date;
② The timing overlaps with Computex 2025, complicating testing for media teams and leaving budget gamers without performance benchmarks;
③ Speculation arises over NVIDIA's motives, including potential driver tweaks or avoiding unfavorable comparisons with Intel's Arc B580 GPU.
- Nvidia RTX 5090 can crack an 8-digit passcode in just 3 hours — password cracking benchmarks show tremendous performance
➀ The NVIDIA RTX 5090 demonstrates a 33% to 2x performance boost over the RTX 4090 in password hash cracking, breaking 8-digit numeric passwords in 3 hours with a single GPU.
➀ Hive Systems' benchmarks reveal that 12 RTX 5090 GPUs working in tandem can crack simple 8-character passwords in 15 minutes, but complex passwords with symbols may take millennia.
➂ The study highlights the critical importance of password complexity, as adding symbols and mixed-case letters exponentially increases cracking difficulty.