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April 6
- Gorgeous OLED Gaming Monitor Deals: Samsung, LG And MSI Up To 40% Off
➀ This article highlights the current OLED gaming monitor deals from Samsung, LG, and MSI, offering significant discounts up to 40%.
➁ The article mentions specific models like the Samsung Odyssey G93SC and LG Ultragear OLED monitor, providing details on their features and discounts.
➂ It lists a variety of OLED monitors from different brands and sizes, catering to different budgets and preferences.
- Here's Nintendo's Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Game Plan
➀ The article discusses Nintendo's plan for backward compatibility with the Switch 2, addressing the challenges of running older games on new hardware.
➁ It explains the hybrid approach taken by Nintendo, involving software translation similar to Sony's method for PlayStation 4 games on PlayStation 5.
➂ The article mentions the current status of Switch game compatibility on the new system, with around 99% of first-party titles working and around 20% of third-party titles fully playable.
April 5
- Nintendo Delays Switch 2 Preorders Due To Tariff Angst And Cost Impact
➀ Nintendo has delayed the preorder date for the Switch 2 console in the United States due to uncertainty over the impact of tariffs.
➁ The preorder was initially set for April 9, 2025, but has been postponed indefinitely.
➂ Concerns over the potential increase in prices due to tariffs remain a major issue.
April 4
- NVIDIA Confirms 4K And DLSS Support For Nintendo Switch 2 Games
➀ NVIDIA确认Nintendo Switch 2将使用基于Tegra处理器的芯片，可能名为“Orin”；
➁ Switch 2的处理器名为“Drake”，拥有8个Arm Cortex-A78C CPU核心、128位LPDDR5X内存接口和基于Ampere架构的集成GPU；
➂ Switch 2的GPU能够运行NVIDIA的DLSS技术，并可能支持AI面部追踪和背景移除等功能。
- How Capcom Plans To Punish Cheaters In Monster Hunter Wilds Arena Quests
➀ Capcom is looking to maintain the momentum of Monster Hunter Wilds after its successful launch by introducing time-based quests for players to complete and earn rewards. However, cheating is a concern, and Capcom has issued a warning to cheaters.
➁ The company has released a statement on its official social media account, stating that it will take action against accounts engaging in fraudulent ranking activities, including the use of cheating or external tools.
➂ The punishment for cheaters ranges from not receiving rewards for completed quests to having their account suspended. Additionally, players who hunt with a cheating teammate will also be punished, although this may seem harsh as players can summon help by sending up an SOS flare.
April 3
- Microsoft's Affordable Mini PC To Stream Windows From The Cloud Is Now Available
➀ Microsoft is now accepting orders for the Windows 365 Link device;
➁ The device is designed to securely connect to Windows 365 in seconds;
➂ It offers a full stack solution with security features like TPM 2.0, secure boot, and BitLocker encryption.
- Amazon's Top-Selling CPUs: AMD Ryzen Dominates Intel But There Are Caveats
➀ The best-selling CPU on Amazon is AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, a great gaming chip that won our Editor's Choice award last November.
➁ The Ryzen 7 7800X3D, another Editor's Choice recipient, is the second-best selling CPU.
➂ AMD is outperforming Intel in terms of CPU sales on Amazon, with a 78.74% to 21.26% split in units sold.
- Warning: These Photos Of An AI Farm Powered By RTX 5090 GPUs Are Triggering
➀ The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 has become scarce and hard to find, but not for everyone as an AI farm in Vietnam demonstrates. The farm showcases a large number of these rare GPUs, reminiscent of the crypto mining farms seen during GPU shortages years ago.
➁ The GeForce RTX 5090, the best gaming GPU on the market, is also well-suited for AI and machine learning applications due to its impressive 32GB of GDDR7 VRAM.
➂ Despite its high price and limited availability, the RTX 5090 is still in high demand for AI work, and the market conditions for GPUs remain challenging.
- Nintendo Switch 2 Preorder Guide: Best Strategies For Beating Scalpers And Bots
➀ Nintendo revealed the upcoming Switch 2 handheld console during a special event;
➁ Preorders start on April 9, 2025, and the console releases on June 5, 2025;
➂ Strategies for increasing your chances of preorder success include setting up accounts, having browser tabs open, and being prepared for launch day.
April 2
- Adata's XPG DDR5 Memory Hits A Blistering New Top Speed To Set A World Record
➀ Adata's XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 memory achieves a world record speed of 6,381.2MHz (DDR5-12762) by an overclocker named Hicookie.
➁ This beats the previous record of 6,367.5MHz (DDR5-12735) set with G.Skill's Trident Z5 RAM.
➂ Adata credits Gigabyte's Z890 Aorus Tachyon Ice motherboard and AI technology for the achievement.
April 1
- Oura's AI Advisor Is Ready To Give Personalized Health Advice To The Masses
➀ Oura's LLM-based AI Oura Advisor has exited beta and is now available to Oura subscribers, specifically owners of the Oura Ring Gen 3 and Oura Ring 4.
➁ The feature works like a LLM chatbot, providing actionable, personalized guidance based on aggregated data.
➂ Currently, the Advisor is limited to English and focuses on Activity, Readiness, Resilience, and Sleep.
- Hands-On With Plex's Overhauled Mobile Streaming App As A Big Price Hike Looms
➀ Plex推出全新移动设备用户体验；
➁ 用户反馈新界面不如预期，公司不得不砍掉一些受欢迎的功能；
➂ 新体验旨在创建一个全球社区，让每个人都能发现、体验和分享他们关心的娱乐内容。
- Xbox Handheld Game Console Design Teased In ASUS ROG Sneak Peek Trailer
➀ ASUS ROG在X（前身为Twitter）上发布了一段时长34秒的动画/渲染预告片，暗示即将推出一款Xbox品牌的游戏机。
➁ 虽然实际游戏机只出现在几秒钟内，但足以让我们了解其设计语言。如果这是最终设计，那么我们基本上看到的是一个为Xbox而升级的ROG Ally X。
➂ 虽然今天是愚人节，但这条消息几乎肯定不是愚人节的玩笑。
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.