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December 19
- GTA 5 actor hints mysterious role in Grand Theft Auto 6 and release window➀ An actor from GTA V hints at a possible role in GTA VI; ➁ GTA fans are eagerly waiting for the sixth game; ➂ The actor Johnny Ray Gill subtly teased his involvement in GTA VI.
- Helldivers 2 and Killzone crossover DLC sparks angry revolt from gamers➀ Sony has reportedly removed leaked images of a crossover between Helldivers 2 and Killzone. ➁ The DLC is priced at 1,975 Super Credits, sparking anger among players. ➂ Arrowhead Studios CEO's comments on the DLC's pricing and content were met with backlash.
- AMD slated to expand Zen 5 line-up with new Ryzen 'non-X' CPU in late January➀ AMD is expected to release the non-X version of the Ryzen 5 9600X in late January; ➁ The Ryzen 5 9600 will feature lower clock speeds than the Ryzen 9600X; ➂ The Ryzen 5 9600 box is rumored to include a Wraith Stealth CPU cooler.
- Black Myth: Wukong, Space Marine 2, and Helldivers 2 lead 2024 Steam Awards nominations➀ The 2024 Steam Awards nominees have been announced; ➁ Black Myth: Wukong, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, and Helldivers 2 are leading the nominees; ➃ Voting is open from December 19 to December 31, with community participation determining the winners.
December 18
- Apple could release its foldable iPad slightly earlier than expected➀ Apple is reportedly developing foldable iPhone and iPad devices, with the iPhone expected in 2026; ➁ The foldable iPad, likely a 'Pro' model, is anticipated to be the size of two iPad Pros side-by-side; ➂ Apple has long been rumored to be working on a foldable device.
- SK hynix develops new PS1012 U.2 high-capacity SSD for AI data centers, up to 61TB➀ SK hynix has developed a new high-capacity SSD, the PS1012 U.2, for AI data centers, with a 61TB capacity using QLC technology and PCIe 5.0 for 32 GT/s transfer speeds; ➁ The new SSD doubles the bandwidth to the SSD with PCIe Gen5, offering 32 GT/s and 13GB/sec sequential read performance; ➂ SK hynix plans to supply samples to global server manufacturers and aims to expand its product line with 122TB and 244TB SSDs by 2025.
- Apple is finally fixing the fatal flaws the Magic Mouse is suffering from➀ Apple may be redesigning the Magic Mouse, which has remained mostly unchanged for 15 years; ➁ The original Magic Mouse was poorly received due to its design and charging port location; ➂ Apple is reportedly working on a new Magic Mouse with a new charging port and software, expected to be released in 12 to 18 months.
- BBC complains to Apple after its AI generates misleading headline about Luigi Mangione➀ The BBC has lodged a complaint with Apple regarding its new Apple Intelligence feature; ➁ The AI generated a misleading headline about Luigi Mangione; ➂ Apple's AI produced a factually incorrect headline that was discovered by the BBC.
- NVIDIA GB200 AI server mass production, peak shipments could be delayed until Q2 or Q3 2025➀ NVIDIA's GB200 AI servers face supply chain delays; ➁ Mass production may be delayed until Q2 or Q3 2025 due to high design specifications; ➂ The GB200 NVL72 model requires advanced NVLink connectivity and high TDP, prompting a shift towards liquid cooling solutions.
- Analyst: Switch 2 to follow Switch sales trends, Switch 2 to sell more than 80 million by 2028➀ Analyst DFC Intelligence predicts the Nintendo Switch 2 will sell 15-17 million units in its first year; ➁ Sales are expected to mirror the original Switch's success, with backward compatibility and early availability; ➂ By 2028, the Switch 2 is projected to have an installed base of 80 million users.
- NVIDIA's new GeForce RTX 5080 expected to feature faster 30Gbps GDDR7 memory, 400W power➀ NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5080 is expected to feature 16GB GDDR7 memory, offering up to 960GB/sec bandwidth and 400W power consumption; ➁ The GPU promises significant performance improvements, especially in ray tracing and 4K gaming; ➂ The new GeForce RTX 5080 is rumored to have 10,752 CUDA cores and will offer a significant upgrade over the RTX 4090.
- NVIDIA RTX 5080 GPU may get faster VRAM than RTX 5090, but 16GB looks shaky for future-proofing➀ The RTX 5080 may feature 16GB of 30Gbps GDDR7 VRAM, making it unique in the RTX 5000 series; ➁ The RTX 5060 might come with only 8GB VRAM, potentially disappointing users; ➂ The RTX 5080's 960GB/s bandwidth is impressive, but the 16GB VRAM may not be enough for future-proofing.
December 17
- Stop Spam and Scams: Create a Private Online Identity➀ The risks of sharing personal information online; ➁ The dangers of scam calls and texts; ➂ How Surfshark's Alternative Number and Alternative ID tools can protect your privacy.
- Multiple Nintendo insiders point to same month for Switch 2 unveiling➀ Multiple Nintendo insiders have hinted at a specific month for the announcement of a new console; ➁ Sources suggest Nintendo plans to unveil the Switch 2 in early January; ➂ Leaker and Reddit user provide additional evidence supporting the early January release window.
- Nintendo Switch 2 leaker points to new Mario Kart game as launch title➀ An anonymous source reveals details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console; ➁ The source suggests a new Mario Kart game will be the launch title; ➂ The Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to have a unique design and features.
- GeForce RTX 5060 Ti will feature 16GB of VRAM, baseline RTX 5060 will stick with 8GB➀ The GeForce RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti will feature the GB206 'Blackwell' GPU with GDDR7 memory, offering increased bandwidth; ➁ The RTX 5060 Ti will have 16GB of VRAM, while the RTX 5060 will have 8GB; ➂ The shift to GDDR7 could bring a massive increase in performance even with the same capacity as the RTX 40 Series.
- Chinese modders show off an awesome PlayStation 5 laptop: built-in 4K display, costs $2750➀ Chinese modders have created a custom PlayStation 5 laptop; ➁ It features a 17.3-inch 4K display and a 3D-printed cooling system; ➂ The laptop weighs 9.5 pounds and costs around $2750.
- Apple designers working on a foldable iPad concept: unfolds into size of two iPads side-by-side➀ Apple is developing a foldable iPad concept with a crease-free design; ➁ Expected to launch around 2028, the device will unfold to resemble two iPads side-by-side; ➂ Apple plans to use iPadOS, which should support most macOS apps by then.
- Upgrade to Windows 11 for under $15 and Enhance Your PC Experience on Keysfan Christmas Sale➀ Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for just $14.80; ➁ Enjoy AI tools and deals on Office 2021; ➂ Limited-time Keysfan sale with bundle options for multiple licenses.
- Ciri was chosen to star in the Witcher 4 before the Witcher 3 even released➀ CD Projekt RED chose Ciri as the protagonist for The Witcher IV a decade ago; ➁ The decision was made before the release of The Witcher III: Wild Hunt; ➂ Ciri's depth and potential for storytelling were the reasons behind the choice.
- ZOTAC confirms NVIDIA's next-gen GeForce RTX 5090 has 32GB of GDDR7 memory➀ ZOTAC confirms NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 with 32GB of GDDR7 memory; ➁ The RTX 5090 features over 20,000 CUDA cores and up to 2.0TB/sec memory bandwidth; ➂ The RTX 5090 promises significant performance improvements in 4K gaming and ray tracing.
December 16
- Lexar unleashes ultra-low latency DDR5-6000 CL26 memory, says it's 'ideal for 9800X3D'➀ Lexar introduces the ARES DDR5-6000 CL26 memory with ultra-low latency; ➁ Ideal for gaming, especially with the 9800X3D processor; ➂ Offers a 10% performance improvement over existing CL30 memory
- Xbox first-party game exclusives are no more, says industry insider➀ Obsidian Entertainment is releasing two RPGs, Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2, in 2025; ➁ Xbox's strategy now includes more multiplatform releases with fewer exclusives; ➂ Industry insider indicates all Xbox Game Studios titles may launch on PlayStation.
- ASUS at CES 2025: ROG event on January 6, Always Incredible event on January 7➀ ASUS will host two CES 2025 events; ➁ The ROG event will feature new gaming laptops, desktops, and components; ➂ AMD and Intel will introduce new processors, with ASUS showcasing compatible products; ➃ Both events will be live streamed.
- Intel Arc B580 is already sold out at retailers, more stock coming in January 2025➀ The Intel Arc B580 GPU, priced at $249.99, is already sold out at major retailers; ➁ More stock is expected to arrive in January 2025; ➂ The GPU offers strong performance and value, surpassing competitors like the GeForce RTX 4060 and Radeon RX 7600.
- Apple's next-gen A20 Pro chip will power iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max on TSMC 2nm node➀ Apple's next-gen A20 Pro chip is expected to power the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in 2026; ➁ The chip will be manufactured on TSMC's 2nm process node, potentially leading to increased costs; ➂ Apple, TSMC's largest customer, will first use 2nm technology in the iPhone 17.
- We can expect next-gen HDMI 2.2 specs at CES 2025: higher resolutions, refresh rates➀ The HDMI 2.2 standard is expected to debut at CES 2025; ➁ It promises higher bandwidth, refresh rates, and resolutions; ➂ HDMI 2.2 will surpass HDMI 2.1's 48Gbps bandwidth and 10,240 x 4320 resolution.
- Apple Watch Ultra rumored to have satellite connectivity in 2025➀ Apple's new Watch Ultra smartwatch is expected to feature non-emergency satellite messaging capabilities, blood-pressure monitoring, and more in 2025; ➁ The new Watch Ultra will reportedly have non-emergency satellite messaging capabilities, similar to the iPhone; ➂ Apple is also removing the Intel cellular modem from the Watch Ultra and replacing it with a MediaTek chip.
December 14
- Apple releases the most important software update of 2024 for iPhone models➀ Apple has announced iOS 18.2, integrating ChatGPT into Siri; ➁ New features include Genmoji, Image Wand, and Image Playground; ➂ Enhancements to Photos app, Writing Tools, and Siri; ➃ Priority Messages and Smart Reply for email; ➄ Visual Intelligence and ChatGPT integration.
- Sihoo discounts its Doro S100 Ergonomic Chair with dual-lumbar support by $310➀ Sihoo is offering a significant discount on its Doro S100 Ergonomic Office Chair; ➁ The chair features dual dynamic lumbar support and adjustable features; ➂ The chair is currently on sale for $239.99, down from the original price of $549.99.