Tag: hardware

Laptop Shipments Expected to Decline Sharply in 2026 Amid Component Shortages

TrendForce revises 2026 laptop shipment forecast down to a 9.4% decline due to memory and processor supply challenges.

Read More

MediaTek Shares Surge Following Strategic AI Chip Partnership with Google

MediaTek’s stock jumped 19% after announcing a collaboration with Google to develop AI-focused tensor processors.

Read More

Enthusiasts Convert Sony PS4 Slim into Portable Console with 7″ OLED Screen

A community project transformed the Sony PS4 Slim into a handheld device featuring a 7-inch OLED display and up to three hours of battery life.

Read More

Apple Unveils Updated AirTag with Enhanced Range and Louder Speaker

Apple introduces a new AirTag featuring a second-generation ultra-wideband chip for improved range and a speaker that’s 50% louder.

Read More

Mouse Computer Launches NEXTGEAR EG PC with Switchable Transparent Case in Japan

Mouse Computer unveils the NEXTGEAR EG gaming PC featuring a unique case with switchable transparency, allowing users to hide or reveal internal components.

Read More

Intel Has No Plans to Compete with AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ Platform

Intel confirms it will not develop a rival to AMD’s power-intensive Ryzen AI Max+ platform, citing energy efficiency concerns.

Read More

Microsoft Unveils Maia 200 AI Accelerator with Advanced 3nm Technology

Microsoft introduces the Maia 200, a 3nm AI accelerator featuring 216GB HBM3e memory, designed to enhance AI model inference performance for Azure servers.

Read More

Samsung Set to Begin HBM4 Memory Production for Nvidia Next Month

Samsung will start manufacturing HBM4 memory for Nvidia next month, marking a key step in high-performance memory supply for GPUs.

Read More

Major VR Staff Cuts at Meta Spark Industry Concerns

Meta’s recent 10% reduction in its Reality Labs VR workforce raises questions about the future of virtual reality innovation and investment.

Read More

Samsung Consumer Memory Prices Surge Sharply Amid Server Market Focus

Samsung’s consumer memory prices have risen two to three times since November as the company shifts focus to server segment demands.

Read More

AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D Bundled with DDR5 RAM and Cooler in Select Markets

AMD’s top gaming CPU, Ryzen 7 9850X3D, is offered in some regions with 32GB DDR5 RAM and a high-performance Cooler Master air cooler.

Read More

Zotac Cancels Prepaid GPU Orders, Increases Retail Prices by $200+

Zotac has reportedly canceled prepaid GeForce RTX 5090 orders and raised retail prices by at least $200 on key GPU models.

Read More