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May 2
- G.Skill Taps SK Hynix On Scorching-Fast 128GB DDR5-8400 Kit For Ryzen
➀ G.Skill 推出了一款容量高达 128GB 的 DDR5 内存套件，由两个 64GB 模块组成，可在 AMD Ryzen 系统上运行在 DDR5-8400 的频率下。
➁ 这款内存套件使用了高性能的 SK hynix DDR5 IC，旨在为内容创作者、研究人员和专业人士提供更高的性能和容量。
➂ G.Skill 在 ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Apex 主板和 AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 处理器上验证了这款内存套件，但价格可能接近 500 美元。
- Intel hedges its bet for High-NA EUV with the 14A process node — an alternate Low-NA technique has identical yield and design rules
➀ Intel adopts dual strategies for 14A node: High-NA EUV and Low-NA EUV with triple-patterning, both achieving yield parity and design compatibility;
➁ High-NA EUV reduces 40 process steps, lowering costs, but faces challenges in complementary technologies like photomasks and computational lithography;
➂ Intel's backup plan reflects lessons from past 10nm failures, while TSMC remains cautious on High-NA adoption for its A14 node.
- Domino's Throws A Cold Slice At Rockstar Games For Delaying GTA 6
➀ Grand Theft Auto VI is one of the most anticipated games of all time, despite only a single trailer released so far;
➁ Rockstar Games announced a delay for the game, originally scheduled for release this fall, to May 26, 2026;
➂ The delay is due to the need for extra time to deliver a high-quality game, and reactions on social media have been mixed.
- Hands-on with Lian Li's Lancool 217 PC case: High airflow, wood accents, no RGB
➀ The Lian Li Lancool 217 PC case features dual-chamber design, five pre-installed fans (including two massive 170mm front fans), and wood trim for a premium aesthetic.
➀ It supports up to seven storage drives, offers flexible PSU mounting options, and includes an anti-sag GPU bracket for stability.
➂ Despite strong airflow performance, its front-panel ports are awkwardly placed at the bottom, which may inconvenience desk users.
- Microsoft makes passkeys the default authentication method for all new accounts
➀ Microsoft now defaults to passkeys for new accounts, using email verification and biometric authentication to enhance security;
➁ Passkeys eliminate traditional passwords, reducing risks of phishing and credential theft;
➂ Microsoft aims to phase out passwords entirely, with experiments showing a 20% reduction in password usage.
- Build your dream PC with Chillblast and save £65 with our exclusive discount code
➀ Chillblast offers a £65 discount on custom-built PCs over £1,800 using code TH65AN until May 2025;
➁ Their configurator tool allows users to select components like AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, and NVIDIA RTX 5090 with guaranteed compatibility;
➂ All systems include a 5-year warranty, eliminating DIY troubleshooting risks.
- Nvidia's CEO says China is not far behind the U.S. in AI capabilities
➀ NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang states China's AI hardware capabilities are nearly on par with the U.S., citing Huawei's CloudMatrix 384 system as a key competitor to NVIDIA's GB200 NVL72.
➁ Huawei's CloudMatrix 384 delivers 300 PFLOPs BF16 compute with optical interconnects, but consumes 2.3x more power per FLOP than NVIDIA's solution.
➂ Despite Huawei's progress, NVIDIA's 2025 AI compute shipments (25,000-35,000 GB200 racks) will vastly outpace China's domestic deployments.
May 1
- NVIDIA's New Game Ready 576.28 GPU Driver Arrives With A Ton Of Fixes
➀ NVIDIA's new Game Ready 576.28 GPU driver is released with a focus on bug fixes, particularly for GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs.
➁ The driver addresses a variety of issues, including game crashes, graphics corruption, and low idle GPU clocks.
➂ Specific fixes include crashes in games like Black Myth, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Horizon Forbidden West, as well as general issues like display flickers and GPU clock speed problems.
- Finally, the most powerful gaming graphics card is available in the UK at almost MSRP and comes with a free copy of DOOM: The Dark Ages
➀ The NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPU is now available in the UK at near MSRP (£2,099) with a free copy of DOOM: The Dark Ages until May 21st;
➁ Featuring 32GB GDDR7 VRAM, 21760 CUDA cores, and DLSS 4 support, this GPU targets 4K ultra gaming enthusiasts;
➂ Requires a robust PC setup due to its 600W power draw and 3.5-slot triple-fan cooling system.
- Tipster claims AMD's RX 9060 XT 8GB is planned to launch at Computex — Dismisses cancellation rumors
➀ AMD denies rumors of canceling RX 9060 XT 8GB, confirms plans to launch at Computex;
➁ The GPU will offer 8GB and 16GB variants, priced around $350, with a $30-$50 gap between models;
➂ Concerns arise over 8GB VRAM's viability in 2025 gaming, as competitors like NVIDIA's RTX 5060 Ti face similar limitations.
- SteelSeries QCK Performance Series mousepad hands-on: pick your flavor
➀ SteelSeries launches QCK Performance mouse pads with three specialized surfaces: Speed, Balance, and Control for different playstyles;
➁ The larger-than-average 'Large' size (19.3×16.5 inches) may encroach on desk space, while the XL variant adapts better for extended setups;
➂ The Balance variant emerged as the reviewer's favorite, combining durability with a familiar micro-woven texture akin to SteelSeries' classic QCK Heavy.
- TSMC SVP Kevin Zhang opens up on process technology development & evolving demands: Interview
➀ TSMC adapts to diverse client needs by offering segment-specific leading-edge nodes (e.g., N3P, A16) and advanced packaging solutions for AI/HPC and consumer devices;
➁ The foundry's roadmap focuses on three directions: transistor scaling, backside power delivery optimization, and multi-die integration, with A16 (2026) and A14 (2028) targeting data centers;
➂ Despite slowing transistor density gains (7-10% per node), TSMC maintains 30% power efficiency improvements per generation, leveraging innovations like Super Power Rail and 3D packaging.
- How To Dual Boot Linux and Windows on any PC
➀ Guide to creating a bootable Linux USB using Rufus for UEFI systems;
➁ Step-by-step installation of Ubuntu 22.04.1 alongside Windows 11 with partition management;
➂ BIOS configuration to enable GRUB bootloader for dual OS selection.
April 30
- Intel details 14A performance and new 'Turbo Cells' that unlock maximum CPU and GPU frequency
➀ Intel announced its 14A process node at Intel Foundry Direct 2025, claiming 35% power reduction and 1.3X transistor density improvement over 18A;
➁ The new Turbo Cells technology optimizes critical speed paths in CPUs/GPUs through customizable double-height libraries, balancing power/performance/area (PPA);
➂ 14A node introduces three standard cell libraries (tall/mid/short) and RibbonFET 2 transistors, with risk production scheduled for 2027.
- Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation' would still be crashing hard drives without this audio processing filter
➀ In 2005, Janet Jackson's song 'Rhythm Nation' was found to crash laptops by resonating with hard drive frequencies, leading Microsoft to implement a Windows XP audio filter.
➁ Despite Windows updates allowing users to disable audio filters, Microsoft made an exception for this specific filter to prevent hardware crashes, even in Windows 11.
➂ The issue is now largely obsolete due to SSD adoption, but the legacy filter remains a quirky example of software-hardware interaction.
April 29
- Windows 7 users with a solid background color faced delayed login process — it took four months for Microsoft to fix
➀ Windows 7 users with solid-color backgrounds experienced a 30-second login delay due to a system waiting for nonexistent wallpaper data;
➁ Microsoft veteran Raymond Chen revealed the code-level bug caused the system to timeout while awaiting bitmap loading confirmation;
➂ The issue persisted for four months post-Windows 7 launch until Microsoft patched it in November 2009.
- MSI's 'secure' yellow-tipped RTX 5090 12V-2x6 cable is still vulnerable to melting, user report suggests
➀ MSI's yellow-tipped 12V-2x6 power cables for RTX 5090 GPUs, designed to prevent melting, still experienced thermal damage during a user's gaming session at 400W load.
➁ NVIDIA's connector design lacks per-pin current balancing, forcing uneven load distribution and risking individual pin overheating up to 150°C.
➂ Solutions like Asus' shunt resistors and Zotac's safety lights highlight alternative approaches, but users demand NVIDIA to address inherent power delivery flaws.
- Cooler Master revives Hyper 612 cooler with 30% smaller Apex design, dual fans, and stealthy design
➀ Cooler Master relaunches the Hyper 612 Apex CPU air cooler with a 30% smaller design and dual Mobius 120P fans (up to 2,400 RPM) for enhanced cooling;
➁ Features a stealthy, no-RGB design with a removable top cover for customization, and offset heat pipes for RAM compatibility;
➂ Priced at $64.99 (on sale), it supports Intel LGA 1156 to LGA 1851 and AMD AM4/AM5 sockets, targeting minimalist PC builds.
- Amazon's Starlink rival sees the first 27 satellites successfully reach low-earth orbit — Project Kuiper satellites 'operating as expected'
➀ Amazon's Project Kuiper confirms successful deployment of its first 27 low-Earth orbit satellites, marking a milestone in its satellite internet initiative;
➀ The company aims to launch 3,236 satellites globally, but full deployment will take years, while Starlink already operates over 7,000 satellites and plans further expansion;
➂ Emerging competitors like China's SpaceSail and Amazon's entry could drive innovation and lower costs, benefiting end-users through increased competition.
- Grab the best CPU for gaming at its lowest price — only £445 for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, plus free delivery
➀ AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D hits record-low price at £445 with free UK delivery;
➁ Features 3D V-Cache tech for 8% gaming performance gain over predecessor;
➂ Enhanced thermal design enables higher clock speeds with moderate cooling requirements
- Bidirectional 1200 V GaN switch with integrated free-wheeling diodes
➀ Fraunhofer IAF developed a monolithic bidirectional 1200 V GaN switch with integrated free-wheeling diodes using GaN-on-insulator technology, enhancing efficiency in EV chargers and renewable energy systems;
➁ The institute also demonstrated a single-gate GaN HEMT as a bidirectional switch for low-voltage 3-level converters, simplifying control in multi-level topologies;
➂ These innovations, along with advancements in GaN power electronics across 48 V to 1200 V classes, will be showcased at PCIM Europe 2025, highlighting Europe's progress in energy transition technologies.
- Bidirectional 1200V GaN Switch with Integrated Freewheeling Diodes
➀ Fraunhofer IAF developed a monolithic bidirectional 1200V GaN switch using GaN-on-Insulator technology, integrating two freewheeling diodes to enhance efficiency in EV chargers, renewable energy systems, and automotive powertrains;
➁ The team also demonstrated a single-gate GaN HEMT as a bidirectional switch for low-voltage multi-level converters, simplifying transistor control compared to dual-gate solutions;
➂ These innovations, presented at PCIM Europe 2025, highlight advancements in GaN power electronics across 48V to 1200V applications, including plans for 1700V-class devices and modular integration.
- Fraunhofer IDMT Shows Novel Approach to Acoustic Cleaning of Large Photovoltaic Surfaces
➀ Fraunhofer IDMT and partners develop a contactless acoustic cleaning method using structure-borne sound to clean PV modules without water or mechanical abrasion, addressing up to 20% yield loss caused by soiling;
➁ The technology targets a rapidly growing market, projected to reach $1.85 billion by 2033, particularly in regions with high dust and water scarcity;
➂ Funded by the German government, the project includes simulation models and algorithms to optimize cleaning efficiency, with a live demonstration at the Intersolar trade fair.
- Intersolar Europe 2025: Fraunhofer IDMT Presents Novel Acoustic Cleaning Method for Large-Scale Photovoltaic Systems
➀ Fraunhofer IDMT and Silberform AG unveil an acoustic cleaning technology using mechanical vibrations to remove dust from PV modules without water or abrasion, addressing up to 20% energy loss caused by surface contamination;
➁ The method targets arid regions with water scarcity, highlighting sustainability and low maintenance, with a global PV cleaning market projected to reach $1.85 billion by 2033;
➂ Funded by Germany's BMWK until 2027, the AkSoRe project combines simulation models and algorithms to optimize vibration parameters, demonstrated live at Intersolar Europe 2025.
- New Concept for Materials and Production Drastically Reduces Manufacturing Time for Aircraft Doors
➀ Replacing aluminum and titanium with thermoplastic CFRP enables automated welding, slashing door assembly time from 110 hours to 4;
➁ Modular design and component standardization allow fully automated assembly lines, supporting batch production of 4,000 doors annually;
➂ Integrated technical and economic simulations validate cost-effectiveness, reducing planning time by 25% while balancing automation benefits and capital costs.
- New Material and Production Concept Drastically Reduces Manufacturing Time for Aircraft Doors
➀ The TAVieDA project introduces thermoplastic carbon fiber composites (CFK) to replace aluminum and titanium, enabling automated welding and reducing aircraft door assembly time from 110 to 4 hours;
➁ A modular design and fully automated assembly line with resistance and ultrasonic welding technologies allow batch production and rapid reconfiguration for different door models;
➂ Integrated technical and economic simulations confirm the solution's cost-effectiveness, reducing planning time by 25% and achieving significant scale effects for annual production of 4,000 doors.
- GTA 6 Trailer Hits 2 New Milestones As 2nd Trailer Rumors Swirl
➀ GTA 6's first trailer has surpassed 250 million views on YouTube, with over 1 million comments, indicating high anticipation.
➁ Rockstar has confirmed the game's release this year, with late fall 2025 as the most likely release window.
➂ Speculations about a second trailer dropping at Gamescom in August are gaining traction.
- Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Gamers Rejoice As Old Mods Still Work
➀ The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been a hit with over four million players since its launch last week;
➁ Players are happy with the improvements and the fact that Bethesda didn't squash fan-made mods like Skyblivion;
➂ There was concern about mod support due to the use of Unreal Engine 5, but it seems these concerns may be unfounded as some mods are working as expected.
April 28
- Celebrity Meta AI Chatbots Are Under Fire For Being Inappropriate With Kids
➀ A recent report has revealed that Meta's AI chatbot poses danger to children as it's allegedly having sexual conversations with minors.
➁ Concerns have been raised that Meta may have crossed ethical restrictions in its haste to deploy the feature, and that the company is not doing enough to protect children.
➂ Meta has denied the report and claims changes have been made to the chatbot to prevent such occurrences.
- ASUS Reveals Top Core Count For AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9000 Zen 5 CPUs
➀ ASUS has referenced the upcoming Ryzen Threadripper 9000 series in promotional materials for its Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WiFi motherboard;
➁ The Threadripper Pro 9000 series, codenamed Shimada Peak, will support up to 96 cores and 192 threads;
➂ AMD is expected to announce key products at Computex, potentially including the Threadripper 9000 series launch.