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March 24
- 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.
- Wild Ultrasonic Beam Tech Bends Sounds For Private Listening Without Headphones
➀ A new invention has proven that audio can be transmitted directly to a listener's ears without being audible to others around;
➁ The technology uses ultrasonic waves beamed through a 3D-printed 'metasurface' to form an audio bubble at the intersection of those waves;
➂ This could potentially provide listeners personalized audio privacy without the need to wear headphones.
- Pixel 9a Gets Unboxed And Benchmarked Before It's Even Announced
➀ Google's Pixel 9a has already received reviews and performance benchmarks before its official launch;
➁ The phone shows incremental improvements in design and performance while cutting costs;
➂ Reviewers were impressed with the fluidity and optimized feel of the 9a, along with the same Pixel camera magic.
- Heads Up, AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D Is Finally Back In Stock At MSRP
➀ The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is back in stock at multiple retailers at MSRP;
➁ It was released on November 7, 2024, and has been difficult to find;
➂ The CPU is ideal for PC gamers and offers great value for money.
March 17
- MSI Confirms It's Skipping RDNA 4 And Will Not Make Any Radeon RX 9070 Cards
➀ MSI has confirmed that it will not be manufacturing any Radeon RX 9070 cards based on RDNA 4 architecture.
➁ This decision comes despite the recent launch of the Radeon RX 9070 XT and Radeon RX 9070 by AMD.
➂ MSI's absence from AMD's latest generation launch is a significant change from its previous participation in AMD GPU launches.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon G Series Chips Arrive To Power Next-Gen Gaming Handhelds
➀ Qualcomm has announced the new Snapdragon G Series SoCs tailored for handheld gaming devices.
➁ The series includes the Snapdragon G1 Gen 2, G2 Gen 2, and G3 Gen 3, each with different performance levels.
➂ The G3 Gen 3 is highlighted for its advanced GPU and support for Unreal Engine 5.
March 16
- Valve Is Rumored To Bring SteamOS To Desktop PCs Very Soon
➀ A leaker claims Valve is releasing a version of SteamOS for desktop systems, expanding its reach beyond gaming handhelds.
➁ The rumor suggests the release is imminent, with Valve preparing for a general public release.
➂ The move aims to provide gamers with an alternative to Windows, the dominant platform on Steam.
March 15
- AMD Exec Says Demand For Radeon RX 9070 Series Is Unprecedented
➀ AMD's David McAfee acknowledges the unprecedented demand for Radeon RX 9070 series;
➁ AMD is working to restock partners and ensure availability at expected market prices;
➂ McAfee discusses the complexities of the graphics business and AMD's efforts to increase supply of Navi 48.
- M4 MacBook Air Teardown: Painful DIY Repairs But A Surprising Bright Spot
➀ The M4 MacBook Air retains the same chassis design as the M2 MacBook Air, making DIY repairs challenging;
➁ The battery replacement process is manageable but not as straightforward as in newer iPhone models;
➂ Apple's modular ports are praised for being easy to access and replace, although the display removal and keyboard/Touch ID components are complex.
March 14
- Gigabyte Launches Aorus MO27U2 QD-OLED Monitor For Crisp Gaming Visuals
➀ Gigabyte has launched the Aorus MO27U2 QD-OLED monitor, a 27-inch display with impressive specifications.
➁ The MO27U2 features a 4K resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate and is compatible with NVIDIA G-SYNC.
➂ It boasts QD-OLED technology with high color accuracy and includes features to prevent burn-in.
- ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Apex Debuts With Possibly Revised Q-Release Slim Design
➀ The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Apex is now available for pre-order with an MSRP of $749;
➁ The motherboard features an 18+2+2 power stage design and premium SMD capacitors;
➂ ASUS has addressed the Q-Release Slim mechanism issue, possibly with a revised design.
- Light Phone 3 For Minimalists: Barebones Specs, Launch Date And Preorder Details
➀ The Light Phone III, a minimalist phone, is set to be delivered starting March 27, a few months behind schedule. It offers basic functions without apps to help users disconnect.
➁ The phone lacks an app store, social media, and web browser, focusing on essential features like calls, messaging, and navigation.
➂ It features a 3.92-inch AMOLED display, NFC, a 50MP rear camera, and an 8MP selfie camera. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor ensures performance.
- Google Rolls Out Fix For Borked Chromecast Dongles, How To Get It
➀ Google has released a fix for the issue with older Chromecast dongles that were bricked or deprecated.
➁ The issue affects both second generation Chromecast streaming devices and Chromecast Audio dongles released in 2015.
➂ Users received 'Untrusted device' error messages when attempting to cast.
- Google's DeepMind Gemini Robotics Brings AI Into The Real World
➀ Google DeepMind unveiled two new AI models, Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics-ER, to enhance robotic intelligence in various markets.
➁ Gemini Robotics is Google's most advanced vision language action model, enabling robots to be more generalized, interactive, and dexterous.
➂ Gemini Robotics-ER uses embodied reasoning to mimic human intuitive understanding, allowing robots to make educated guesses about unfamiliar objects.
March 13
- Lip-Bu Takes Intel CEO Reins With A Focus On Winning Through Engineering
➀ Lip-Bu Tan has been appointed as Intel's new CEO, succeeding Pat Gelsinger;
➁ Tan has a strong background in semiconductor and software, and has previously served as CEO of Cadence Design Systems;
➂ Tan emphasizes the importance of engineering and aims to turn around Intel's business.
March 12
- LG Reveals C5 And G5 OLED TV Pricing With Preorder Bonus Offers
LG's new 2025 model C5 and G5 OLED TVs are available for preorder with bonus offers. LG is offering free wall mounting or professional setup, and up to $200 off select soundbars. The new OLED TVs feature LG's Alpha 11 AI Processor Gen2 and Alpha 9 AI Processor Gen8 chips, with improved brightness and refresh rates. Pricing ranges from $1,399.99 to $24,999.99, with preorder availability now.
- Pixel 9a Flaunts Its Front And Back In Unauthorized Video, Watch Here
➀ An unauthorized video shows the full Google Pixel 9a;
➁ The phone is expected to launch this month or April;
➂ The video reveals the design, including twin cameras, a flat rear panel, and rounded corners.
- Pixel 10 Pro And Pro XL Render Leak Reveals Display And Dimension Details
➀ Exclusive renders of the upcoming Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL have been leaked online;
➁ The new phones will be nearly identical to the Pixel 9 series in dimensions and screen sizes;
➂ The biggest changes will be internal, including the Tensor G5 processor and possibly part or all of the camera array.
- Sophisticated 0-Day Targets Millions Of iPhone, iPad, Mac And Vision Pro Devices
➀ An 'extremely sophisticated attack' zero-day security flaw affecting several Apple devices is being actively exploited;
➁ The flaw, CVE-2025-24201, is an out-of-bounds write issue in WebKit, the browser engine used by Safari;
➂ All affected devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro, require the latest updates to address the vulnerability.
March 11
- Is Your Pixel Display Flickering After The March Update? Try This Workaround
➀ Google的3月Pixel更新带来了许多新功能，但也出现了一些问题，包括显示亮度故障、音频和触觉问题。
➁ 更新中引入的新功能包括诈骗检测、连接相机功能、Linux终端应用和Pixel 9上的Pixel截图。
➂ 用户报告了显示亮度问题，包括闪烁和随机变暗，以及触觉系统的问题，包括振动过强或过弱。
- DeepSeek Spurs Crazy Black Market Prices For NVIDIA RTX 50 GPUs in China
➀ The scarcity of NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs has led to inflated prices on platforms like eBay.
➁ Smugglers in China are selling illegal GeForce RTX 5090 graphics cards at high prices to meet the demand for DeepSeek's R1 AI model.
➂ Despite US sanctions, the RTX 5090D variant is available in China, but it has lower AI performance.