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- AMD Confirms Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX Pricing, 96 Cores For $11,699
➀ AMD has revealed the official pricing for its Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX processors, with the top-tier model, the Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX, priced at $11,699, equating to approximately $121.86 per core.
➁ The Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX is a powerful Zen 5 chip with 96 cores and 192 threads, running at 2.5GHz to 5.4GHz, and featuring a total cache of 480MB.
➂ AMD claims a 26% performance improvement over the previous flagship, the Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7995WX, and better AI performance compared to Intel's Xeon W9-3595X processor.
July 17
- GameStop’s Switch 2-Killing Stapler Slays At Auction Fetching $250,000
➀ A black stapler, notorious for damaging some Switch 2 consoles at a New York GameStop location, sold for $250,000 on eBay.
➁ The stapler was used to staple purchase receipts to the retail packaging, causing damage to the console's display.
➂ GameStop auctioned off the stapler to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, raising $250,000.
July 16
- 8BitDo Pro 3 Controller With Swappable Buttons & Switch 2 Support Is Up For Preorder
➀ The 8BitDo Pro 3 is a new flagship wireless controller released by 8BitDo, following the launch of Nintendo's Switch 2. It supports various platforms including the original Switch, iOS, Android, Windows PCs, and SteamOS.
➁ The Pro 3 features swappable A-B-X-Y buttons, Hall Effect triggers, TMR joysticks, and a Turbo function, offering a range of upgrades over its predecessor.
➂ The controller is priced at $69.99 and is available for preorder on Amazon.
- Razer Unleashes Core X V2 eGPU With Thunderbolt 5 To Level Up Laptop Gaming
➀ Razer has launched the Core X V2 eGPU, a next-generation external GPU with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, aiming to provide desktop-class graphics performance for laptops.
➁ The Core X V2 is designed for flexibility and raw graphics power, allowing users to upgrade their ultra-portable laptops into high-performance gaming and content creation setups.
➂ The device supports a wide range of NVIDIA GeForce and AMD Radeon graphics cards, and is compatible with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, and some USB4 devices.
March 31
- Final Fantasy IX Remake Teased As Classic Game Celebrates 25th Anniversary
➀ As the years have passed, video games have evolved from a novelty to iconic status, with some celebrating significant anniversaries like Square Enix's Final Fantasy IX.
➁ Originally released on the PlayStation 1 in 2000, Final Fantasy IX is now set for a remake, following the success of the Final Fantasy franchise.
➂ Remakes and remasters have become popular, offering nostalgia in modern formats and benefiting developers and console makers. Square Enix plans to sell merchandise with the new remake of Final Fantasy IX.
- ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme Motherboard Pictured And It Looks Slick
➀ ASUS is preparing a new flagship socket AM5 motherboard for AMD's Ryzen 9000 series processors;
➁ The motherboard is expected to be priced at least $999.99;
➂ The design includes robust cooling, VRM setup, dual 8-pin EPS connectors, and various I/O connectivity options.
March 30
- Anker Power Bank Charges Phones Or Laptops And Other Spring Power Deals
➀ This article discusses the ongoing 'Big Spring Deal' event at Amazon, offering discounts on Anker-brand portable chargers.
➁ It highlights a 25,000mAh Anker portable charger with three 100W USB-C ports for simultaneous charging of multiple devices.
➂ The article mentions the Anker SOLIC C1000 portable power station, a solar-powered option for outdoor use, available at a discounted price.
- Intel Allegedly Scraps High-End Battlemage GPU, GeForce Alone At The Top
➀ Intel's highly anticipated 'Big Battlemage' GPU, BMG-G31, has been confirmed canceled by leaker Jaykihn.
➁ The cancellation was rumored to have occurred in Q3 of the previous year, long before the release of the Arc B580.
➂ The Arc B580, while having solid performance, cannot compete with AMD and NVIDIA's enthusiast-focused cards.
March 29
- Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Blow-Out: MacBooks, Gaming Laptops And More
➀ Amazon's Big Spring Sale is ongoing until the end of the month, offering discounts on various items including laptops.
➁ MSI's Thin 15 gaming laptop is now $799.99 at Amazon, down from $899.99.
➂ Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air (2024 model) is on sale for $999, a 23% discount.
- Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder Date And Key Upgrades Confirmed By Best Buy
➀ Nintendo has officially announced the Nintendo Switch 2, set to launch on April 2, 2025;
➁ Best Buy Canada confirms preorders will begin on the same day;
➂ Key upgrades include magnetic Joy-Con attachments, U-shaped kickstand, and USB-C port.
March 28
- There’s A Partial Solar Eclipse This Weekend That You Won't Want To Miss
➀ This weekend, a partial solar eclipse will occur, with maximum coverage happening between 6:30 a.m. EST and 7:05 a.m. EST, depending on location.
➁ The Moon will pass in front of the Sun, casting a shadow on parts of the Northern Hemisphere, but no total solar eclipse will be visible this time.
➂ Proper eye protection, such as solar viewing glasses, is essential for safely observing the eclipse.
March 27
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Leak Struts Slim Design In Titanium
➀ Genuine marketing images of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge have emerged, showcasing three colorways: Jet Black, Icy Blue, and Silver.
➁ The S25 Edge is expected to be the thinnest Android flagship phone ever, with a thickness of around 5.8mm.
➂ It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of storage.
- Qualcomm Accuses Arm Of Limiting Tech Access In Global Antitrust Assault
➀ Qualcomm is reportedly urging multiple antitrust agencies around the globe to intervene in its dispute with Arm, accusing the latter of unfair business practices.
➁ The relationship between Qualcomm and Arm has been contentious, especially as both companies try to capitalize on the AI chip boom.
➂ Qualcomm claims that Arm is restricting access to key technology, such as AI-optimized compute subsystems, under current license agreements.
March 26
- Xbox Games Top PlayStation Store Preorders As Microsoft's Cross-Platform Play Pays Off
➀ It's no secret that Xbox is expanding its reach beyond just hardware, with a move to platforms such as Sony's PlayStation console paying off. The latest title to make the move is Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, a well-reviewed game that first made a splash on the Xbox.
➁ With multiple Microsoft titles shooting to the top of the PlayStation Store's preorder page, it's a clear sign that Microsoft's cross-platform efforts are paying off.
➂ Microsoft is keenly aware of the PlayStation 5's strong sales and is making its games available on other platforms to capitalize on this.
- ASRock Investigation Hints At User Error For Burned Ryzen 7 9800X3D
➀ ASRock指出用户操作失误是导致Ryzen 7 9800X3D烧毁的原因；
➁ ASRock通过清理AM5插槽区域的污垢恢复了损坏主板的性能；
➂ ASRock否认了主板存在缺陷，并指出主板通过了长期压力测试。
March 25
- AirPods Max To Get A 'Mind-Blowing' Feature Apple Previously Downplayed
➀ Six months after the release, the USB-C version of Apple's AirPods Max will finally get lossless audio playback via USB-C.
➁ The new feature is expected to bring 'mind-blowing' sound quality and ultra-low latency audio.
➂ The official announcement suggests that the feature is targeted at audio creators.
- AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT Breaks Cover With 8GB And 16GB Of VRAM
➀ AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT即将推出，提供8GB和16GB VRAM版本；
➁ 根据泄露信息，ASUS将推出多种配置的定制型号；
➂ 预计采用GDDR6内存，并可能提供超频版本。
- AMD CEO Says Radeon RX 9070 XT Week 1 Sales Smoked All Prior Radeons By 10x
AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su revealed that the Radeon RX 9070 XT has been the best-selling Radeon of any generation in the first week, with sales 10 times higher than previous generations. She also mentioned the importance of designing a new architecture with a good price point to make it accessible to more gamers.
March 24
- Android 16 Adds A New Setting To Make It Way Faster To Unlock Your Pixel Phone
➀ Android 16 Beta 3 seems to address a long-standing Pixel limitation by keeping the fingerprint scanner active when the screen is off.
➁ Users no longer need to wake the screen first before unlocking their device with their fingers.
➂ The new setting can be enabled by navigating to Settings > Security & privacy > Device unlock > Face & Fingerprint Unlock > Fingerprint Unlock, and toggling Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock on.
- FBI Warns Millions Of Drivers To Beware Of Unpaid Toll Road SMS Scam
➀ The FBI has issued a warning to hundreds of millions of commuters about a fraudulent SMS scam claiming unpaid tolls.
➁ The scam involves fraudulent text messages threatening a late fee if the toll is not paid.
➂ The FBI has received over 2,000 complaints about this scam since early 2024.
- MSI Keeps Teasing A 24GB GeForce RTX 5080 But Is It Just A Typo?
➀ Perhaps NVIDIA once considered equipping the GeForce RTX 5080 with 24GB of VRAM, but it's likely just a typo by MSI;
➁ The 24GB listing has been corrected, but it was spotted in the GPU compatibility section of MSI's Mag X870 Tomahawk WiFi motherboard;
➂ Speculation is that NVIDIA might have considered or plan to release a version of the GeForce RTX 5080 with 24GB VRAM in the future.
March 23
- NVIDIA RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell Cards With 96GB Of GDDR7 Listed For Over $8K
➀ NVIDIA recently unveiled its RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell graphics cards with impressive specifications for modern workstations and servers.
➁ The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell Workstation Edition and RTX 6000 Blackwell Max-Q Workstation Edition models are priced over $8,000.
➂ The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell features 24,064 CUDA cores, 96GB of GDDR7 memory, and a 600W TDP, while the Max-Q version has a 300W TDP.
- Ex-Intel CEO Gelsinger: AI GPUs Are 10,000X Overpriced And NVIDIA Got Lucky
➀ Gelsinger discusses the difference between throughput computing and scalar computing, highlighting NVIDIA's focus on GPU-based computing for AI.
➁ He argues that GPUs are overpriced for AI inference, suggesting a need for more cost-effective solutions.
➂ Gelsinger hints at the potential for 'NPUs' as a more efficient alternative for AI inference.
March 22
- Microsoft Slips Steam Integration For Xbox UI In Blockbuster Leak
➀ Microsoft's Xbox is reportedly advancing towards a new gaming path, as indicated by an image from a recent blog post that revealed an early look at an updated Xbox app UI.
➁ The UI includes a 'Steam' tab within the game library, suggesting the potential for launching Steam games directly from the Xbox app without switching platforms.
➂ However, the feasibility of playing Steam games on Xbox is questionable due to platform-specific game purchases. The more likely explanation is that Microsoft is preparing for a partnership with ASUS for an Xbox-branded handheld, aiming to improve the software experience for this collaboration.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti Full Specs Leaked Ahead Of Launch
➀ The upcoming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics card from NVIDIA is expected to be launched in the middle of next month. It is one of the two mainstream RTX 5060 series cards expected in the coming weeks, with options for 8GB and 16GB VRAM.
➁ The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti will feature a GB206-300 Blackwell GPU with a PG152 board, 4,608 CUDA cores, and a memory bandwidth of 448GB/s.
➂ The card is expected to have a 180W TGP rating with a single 8-pin power connector, which is 15W higher than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti's 165W TGP rating.
March 21
- Cherry, The Popular Keyboard Switch Maker, Unveils Its First Wireless Gaming Headset
➀ Cherry, known for its keyboard switches, has unveiled its first wireless gaming headset, the XTRFY H3;
➁ The headset promises features like 53-millimeter dynamic drivers, game-optimized sound, and a 100-hour battery life;
➂ Developed in collaboration with professional esports athletes, the H3 aims to offer comfort, sound, customization, and performance.
- ViewSonic's New 27-Inch 4K IPS Monitor Can Boost The Refresh Rate At 1080p
➀ ViewSonic's new XG275D-4K monitor offers a dual-mode display capability, allowing users to switch between 4K resolution and 1080p with varying refresh rates.
➁ At 4K resolution, the monitor boasts a 160Hz refresh rate, while at 1080p, it can reach up to 320Hz.
➂ The monitor features a 27-inch Fast IPS screen with various gaming modes and aspect ratios, making it suitable for different gaming needs.
- Microsoft Claims Game-Changing Performance Boost With DirectX Raytracing 1.2
➀ Microsoft has announced its DirectX Raytracing (DXR) 1.2 update, aiming to improve performance while maintaining high visual fidelity.
➁ The update includes opacity micromaps, which enhance render efficiency, and shader execution reordering for better GPU efficiency.
➂ Microsoft claims a 2.3x improvement in path-traced gaming and a 2x performance uplift in some scenarios.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti And 5060 Launch Allegedly Delayed
➀ The launch of GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and 5060 has been allegedly delayed;
➁ The initial announcement was planned for late March, but has been postponed to early April;
➂ The new launch date is expected to be around mid-April for the 5060 Ti and mid-May for the 5060.
March 18
- Acer Unveils Predator BiFrost And Nitro Radeon RX 9070 Series With Factory Overclocks
➀ Acer has introduced custom GPUs based on the new AMD Radeon RX 9070 family, including the Predator BiFrost and Nitro models.
➁ AMD has no plans to offer reference 'Made by AMD' versions of the Radeon RX 9070 XT and 9070, making them exclusive to partners like Acer.
➂ Acer's BiFrost and Nitro models come with factory overclocks, with the Predator BiFrost Radeon RX 9070 XT OC 16GB boasting a boost clock of up to 3,100MHz.