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November 24
- Portable drone jammer uses a Raspberry Pi tactical Software Defined Radio➀ Media-Grizzly introduces the D.E.S.E.R.T Pi-Powered Tactical System; ➁ The system serves as a portable SDR and drone jammer; ➂ The system is compatible with various Raspberry Pi models and powered by a 12V battery.
- Das Keyboard 5QS Mark II review: New switches, same notifications➀ The Das Keyboard 5QS Mark II offers a familiar design with Cherry MX2A switches and RGB lighting; ➁ However, the software is limited with only 40 applets for notifications; ➂ The high price point may not justify the feature set for some users.
- Jensen says we are 'several years away' from solving the AI hallucination problem — in the meantime, 'we have to keep increasing our computation'➀ Jensen Huang discusses the current state of AI development and the issue of AI hallucinations; ➁ He emphasizes the rapid increase in AI computing power demand over the past decade; ➃ Huang shares personal anecdotes about his career and his early promises.
- Microsoft temporarily halts Windows 11 24H2 update on PCs with select Ubisoft games — avoiding frequent freezing and black screen glitches in modern Assassin's Creed, Star Wars, and Avatar titles➀ Microsoft temporarily halts the Windows 11 24H2 update on PCs with select Ubisoft games; ➁ The issue is causing frequent freezing and black screen glitches in modern Assassin's Creed, Star Wars, and Avatar titles; ➂ Users are advised to avoid manual updates and wait for a fix from Microsoft and Ubisoft.
November 23
- 'The Mountain' deadlifts a record-breaking 283PB of storage at SC24 — picks up 996 pounds (452kg) of Phison 128TB SSDs➀ Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson breaks the record for data deadlift by lifting 282.624PB of SSDs; ➁ The event at SC24 in Atlanta showcases the collaboration between VDURA and Phison; ➂ Phison's Pascari D205V drives with 122.88TB capacity are featured.
November 22
- Asus RT-BE86U Wi-Fi 7 router review: Dual-band Wi-Fi 7 performance at tri-band prices➀ The Asus RT-BE86U Wi-Fi 7 router is priced at $329, offering 10 Gbps for WAN and four 2.5 Gbps ports for LAN; ➁ It boasts class-leading 5 GHz performance and a variety of software features; ➂ However, it falls short in 2.4 GHz performance and is three times the price of competitive dual-band Wi-Fi 7 routers.
- Amazon flooded with fake $199 AMD Ryzen 9 9800X3D listings — searching for AMD’s top gaming chip yields fake results➀ Fake listings of AMD Ryzen 9 9800X3D are flooding Amazon; ➁ The listings are priced at $199.89, significantly below the actual price; ➂ AMD has delisted three out of the four fake entries, but one is still accessible.
- China warns Japan over ramping semiconductor sanctions – threatens to block essential manufacturing materials➀ China warns Japan over increasing semiconductor sanctions; ➁ Threatens to block essential manufacturing materials; ➃ Japan's automotive industry may be affected by Chinese retaliation.
- Microsoft says Flight Simulator 2024 still suffers from access problems despite adding more server capacity to handle demand➀ Microsoft has added more server capacity to improve player accessibility in MSFS 2024, but the access issues persist; ➁ The troubled launch has led to many players being unable to play the game or even install it; ➂ Microsoft acknowledges the problem but has not provided a roadmap for when full functionality will be restored.
November 21
- Nvidia warns of gaming GPU shortage this quarter, recovery in early 2025 — Chipmaker rakes in record profits as net income soars by 109% YoY➀ Nvidia warns of a potential gaming GPU supply shortfall this quarter; ➁ The company achieves record profits with a 109% YoY increase in net income; ➂ The shortage is attributed to factors like the upcoming Blackwell launch and increased demand from AI and data center sectors.
- MSI MEG Ai1300P PCIE5 1300W PSU Review➀ The MSI MEG Ai1300P PCIE5 PSU is a high-performance unit with excellent power quality and thermal performance, though it comes with a high price tag and increased fan noise under heavy loads; ➁ It meets the 80Plus Platinum efficiency standards and is compatible with ATX 3.0 specifications; ➂ Despite its size, the PSU offers a 1300W power output and is well-suited for high-end systems.
November 20
- Netgear Nighthawk RS600 router review: Lowering the price of entry point for tri-band Wi-Fi 7➀ The Netgear Nighthawk RS600 is a mid-range router offering a 10 Gbps WAN port, one 10 Gbps LAN port, and three 1 Gbps ports, priced at $449.99. ➁ The router boasts a sleek design and comprehensive software, but its performance falls short compared to similarly-priced competitors. ➂ Despite its shortcomings, the RS600 remains a solid option for those seeking a capable Wi-Fi 7 router at a reasonable price.
- US sanctions freeze Huawei's Ascend AI chips on older 7nm process node that's eight years behind TSMC, stalling progress until at least 2026➀ Huawei's Ascend AI chip progress stalls due to US sanctions; ➁ The 7nm node lags behind TSMC by eight years; ➂ Huawei struggles to secure EUV equipment from ASML.
November 19
- Ludicrous LAN Party House detailed — 22 hideaway Core i5 13600 gaming stations with 32GB RAM and RTX 4070 GPUs, monstrous networking setup, and roof deck with 30-mile views➀ Texas couple builds a high-tech gaming house designed for LAN parties; ➁ The house features 22 modern gaming PCs, servers, and advanced networking; ➂ Unique features include a Dance Dance Revolution room and a 30-mile-view roof deck.
November 18
- SilverStone Extreme 1200R Platinum SFX-L PSU review➀ The SilverStone Extreme 1200R Platinum SFX-L PSU delivers 1200 watts of power with impressive efficiency, making it a top choice for compact high-performance builds. ➁ However, its high price and some limitations in design and thermal management may deter some users. ➂ The PSU excels in electrical performance and protection features, but its compact design and use of 85°C-rated capacitors raise concerns.
- Intel celebrates the arrival of MRDIMMs — a plug and play solution for ultrafast memory that offers double the memory bandwidth of standard DRAM➀ Intel celebrates the arrival of MR DIMMs, a plug and play solution for ultrafast memory with double the memory bandwidth of standard DRAM; ➁ MR DIMMs operate two DDR memory ranks in a multiplexed mode, offering high data transfer rates and low latency; ➂ Intel's Xeon 6 processors support up to 3TB of MR DIMM memory at DDR5-8800 speed, with significant latency and power consumption improvements.
- OpenAI execs mused over Cerebras acquisition in 2017 — to mitigate predicted Nvidia supply woes➀ OpenAI considered acquiring Cerebras in 2017 to reduce its reliance on Nvidia; ➁ The deal was shelved due to potential conflicts of interest; ➂ Cerebras is now preparing for an IPO and has raised $715 million.
November 17
- Bitcoin launderer hands over $400 million as he heads to prison — offender sentenced to three years in prison for laundering money for drug dealers➀ Larry Dean Harmon, the operator of a darknet-based Bitcoin laundering service called Helix, has been sentenced to three years in prison and ordered to forfeit $400 million. ➁ The service, popular among online drug dealers, processed approximately 354,468 bitcoins. ➂ Harmon's sentencing was considered lenient due to his cooperation and guilty plea.
- Asus dual-screen laptop with Arrow Lake-H CPU listed for close to $3,800 — new Zenbook Duo features Intel Ultra 9 285H, 32GB RAM, and 2TB SSD➀ A UAE retailer lists an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H chip, 32GB RAM, and 2TB SSD; ➁ The laptop features Windows 11 Pro and has a dual-screen design; ➂ The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H is expected to have 24 cores and a max CPU frequency of 5.6 GHz.
- S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 could be banned in Russia, and players could face criminal charges — Russian government will evaluate whether the game contains anti-Russian sentiments or terrorism justification➀ The Russian government is considering banning S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2; ➁ Players in Russia could face criminal charges for playing the game; ➂ The game's content and the developers' support for Ukraine's military are under evaluation.
November 16
- MSI X870E Godlike motherboard drops at an eyewatering $1,099 — AM5 motherboard unleashes DDR5 9000+ RAM, five M.2 slots, 10 GbE, and Wi-Fi 7 alongside two USB 4.0 40 Gbps ports➀ The MSI MEG X870E Godlike motherboard is now available for $1,099; ➁ It supports DDR5-8400+ RAM and features five M.2 slots; ➂ It includes 10 GbE, Wi-Fi 7, and two USB 4.0 40 Gbps ports.
- Raspberry Pi 5 teams up with Radeon GPU to run Doom Eternal with RTX on at 4K — the combo also tackles Crysis Remastered, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Forza Horizon 4➀ The Raspberry Pi 5 has been successfully used with a Radeon GPU to run modern AAA games like Doom Eternal at 4K resolution; ➁ The performance improvements are thanks to new drivers for AMD Radeon GPUs; ➂ The combination showcases the potential of eGPU setups with Raspberry Pi.
- GPU cooling supplier claims Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs will "seize the whole market starting in December" — Auras says key components like cold plates and manifolds already adopted by Nvidia and its AIB partners➀ Auras Technology claims that Nvidia's RTX 50-series GPUs will 'seize the whole market starting in December'; ➁ The company's chairman expects demand for its cooling products to grow across the PC, GPU, and server markets next year; ➂ Auras is considering expanding its presence in Mexico and adding to its manufacturing facilities in China, Taiwan, and Thailand.
- Samsung 990 EVO 1TB SSD hits all-time low ahead of Black Friday➀ Samsung 990 EVO 1TB SSD sees a significant price cut to $69; ➁ The discount is available at Amazon and Samsung's official website; ➂ The SSD offers high performance with PCIe 4.0/5.0 support and up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s read/write speeds.
- Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master Motherboard Review: ATX with 14 USB ports, incredibly fast memory support➀ The Gigabyte Z890 Aorus Master offers a premium mid-range motherboard experience with ultra-fast memory support and a variety of USB ports. ➁ It features 10 GbE LAN, AI/EZ DIY features, and a high-end appearance. ➂ Despite a slight price increase, it competes well with direct competitors.
November 15
- U.S Department of Commerce finalizes $6.6 billion CHIPS Act funding for TSMC Fab 21 Arizona site➀ The U.S. Department of Commerce finalizes $6.6 billion in funding for TSMC's Fab 21 in Arizona; ➁ TSMC plans to build chips on A16 and N2 process technologies by the end of the decade; ➂ The site will create over 6,000 manufacturing jobs and 20,000 construction jobs.
- Up your sound game with this amazing early Black Friday deal on Audioengine's A1-MR 60W desktop speakers — $99 for a limited time➀ An exclusive early Black Friday deal on Audioengine A1-MR desktop speakers is available at Amazon for $99, down 57% from the MSRP. ➁ The A1-MR speakers are compact yet powerful, with a frequency range of 65Hz to 22kHz, and offer wireless connectivity options. ➂ The deal includes a subwoofer port and a setup guide for easy installation.
- TSMC discovers unexploded bomb at Kaohsiung chip fab construction site — bomb has since been safely removed➀ TSMC discovers an unexploded bomb at a Kaohsiung fab construction site; ➁ The Taiwanese military safely removes the bomb; ➂ The site resumes construction on schedule.
- HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 review: Convertible Copilot+➀ The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 offers a solid design and good performance, with a pleasing OLED screen and keyboard. ➁ However, it is let down by its high price, excessive bloatware, and delayed software features. ➂ The battery life is improved compared to its predecessor, but the lack of a USB-A port and the angled port design are drawbacks.
November 14
- This early Black Friday deal has Cooler Master's NR200P MAX mini-ITX case with an included 850W SFX power supply and liquid cooling at its lowest-ever price➀ The Cooler Master NR200P MAX mini-ITX case is on sale with an included 850W SFX power supply and liquid cooling at its lowest price ever. ➁ The case is designed for a mini-ITX motherboard and supports larger GPUs, making it suitable for high-end gaming. ➂ The NR200P MAX features a tool-free design, removable GPU panel, and customizable side panels.