➀ IDC预测2024年PC和平板市场将增长3.8%，达到403.5百万台；➁ 2024年平板预计增长9.8%，PC增长0.8%；➂ 2025年PC市场预计增长4.3%，商业领域增长5.1%；➃ 虽然PC和平台制造商准备将AI PC和平板作为下一大趋势，但缺乏明确的应用案例和价格上涨导致买家质疑其实用性。

➀ TrendForce's latest report indicates a record high for the global top 10 foundry revenue in 3Q24; ➁ Despite the overall economic situation not improving significantly, new smartphone and PC/notebook launches, along with strong demand for AI server-related HPC, contributed to the revenue growth; ➂ The report highlights the impact of advanced processes and Chinese policies on the global market.

➀ Geekom is reportedly preparing the QS series of mini-PCs with the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip; ➁ This device will be the first Snapdragon X Elite mini-PC, as Qualcomm unexpectedly canceled the Snapdragon X Elite dev kit; ➂ The mini-PC's specifications, pricing, or additional information are not yet known.

➀ A $1,200 4K gaming PC and a $1,000 2K gaming PC can be assembled with Black Friday hardware deals; ➁ The build includes an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D CPU, an ASRock Radeon RX 7900 XT GPU, and a 2TB WD Black SN850X SSD; ➂ Deals are available on components like the Phanteks XT Pro Ultra case and MSI MAG A750BN power supply.

➀ A pre-built desktop with Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, Intel 13600KF CPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD is available for $699 at Walmart; ➁ The system offers high performance for gaming at 1080p; ➂ The deal is significantly cheaper than building the system from parts.

➀ 2K has removed its launcher from all its Steam and Epic Games Store titles; ➁ The move is welcomed by many players who found the launcher unnecessary and problematic; ➂ The removal of the launcher should make it easier to preserve older games in the long run.

➀ The WSTS reported a $166 billion semiconductor market revenue in Q3 2024, with the highest growth rate since 2021. Nvidia led the market with AI GPU strength. ➁ SK Hynix, Micron, and Kioxia reported double-digit revenue growth, while Renesas Electronics saw a decline. ➂ The outlook for Q4 2024 and 2025 is mixed, with AI driving growth but concerns over automotive market and memory market impact.

➀ Microsoft has released its controversial Windows 11 Recall feature in preview for Copilot+ PC owners; ➁ The feature is intended to help users 'recall' what they say on their screens by searching locally saved and analyzed snapshots of their desktop; ➂ Recall has faced criticism for security and privacy concerns, leading to its delayed release.

➀ 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.

➀ MONTECH has launched a new PSU series, TITAN PLA, in collaboration with Seasonic; ➁ The series supports up to 1200W with 90% efficiency; ➂ It features advanced standards, certifications, and unique cable design.

➀ Valve Steam Deck has been a major success since its early 2022 launch, selling millions of units. Despite the Steam Deck OLED's release a year later, Valve has no plans for annual hardware upgrades. ➁ Lawrence Yang and Yazan Aldehayyat, designers of the Steam Deck, emphasize the importance of a generational leap in compute before releasing the second generation. ➂ The Steam Deck's solid performance, especially the OLED version, suggests Valve's reluctance to release a new version too soon.

➀ Discusses the safety concerns of recharging lithium-ion cells from vapes; ➁ Describes a risk-reducing strategy using a borosilicate glass cooking pot and a current-limited charger; ➂ Highlights the importance of caution and the absence of built-in safety circuits in these cells.

➀ Children and pets can easily press the power button; ➁ This can lead to data loss or unintended shutdowns; ➂ Learn how to disable the power button function in Windows 11 or 10 to prevent such incidents.

➀ The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i offers excellent entry-level 1080p gaming performance at a competitive price; ➁ Equipped with a Core i5 CPU and GeForce RTX 4060, it can handle modern games without issue; ➂ Despite a few drawbacks, such as the lack of a front USB Type-C port, the desktop excels in build quality and cooling.

➀ NVIDIA and MediaTek are rumored to be collaborating on a new AI PC chip; ➁ The chip is expected to be ready for mass production in the second half of 2025; ➂ The partnership could challenge the dominance of x86 architecture in the PC space.

➀ Dell is offering the Alienware Aurora R16 gaming desktop with the 14th Gen Core i7 and RTX 4070 Ti Super for $1,399; ➁ The Aurora R16 features a new styling theme with a cleaner aesthetic and generous RGB lighting; ➂ It comes equipped with a Core i7-14700KF processor, GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super GPU, 16GB DDR5, and a 1TB SSD.

➀ A pocket-sized AMD Ryzen PC with a folding keyboard is available on Kickstarter; ➁ The device features an AMD Ryzen 8840U processor and up to 32GB RAM/1TB SSD storage; ➂ With Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, the mini PC has a built-in battery for up to 8-10 hours of use.

➀ The traditional PC market is expected to remain flat in 2024 with 261 million units shipped, while the tablet market is forecast to grow by 7.2% year-over-year, leading to a 2.6% overall growth for PCs + tablets. ➁ Excluding China, the global traditional PC market would have grown by 2.8%, but China's economic challenges have impacted PC sales, though Huawei has sustained domestic tablet demand. ➂ IDC predicts a 4.3% year-over-year growth for traditional PCs in 2025 due to the end of Windows 10 support, which could also benefit Apple's market share. ➃ AI PC adoption is driven by the need for new PCs rather than a specific demand for AI functionality.

➀ The PS5 firmware update causes several games to become unplayable with severe graphics issues; ➁ The update affects high-profile titles such as Final Fantasy XVI and Death Stranding; ➂ Users are advised to delay the update or switch to PC gaming.