Typically, laptop batteries only last a handful of hours before needing a recharge. With that painful truth in mind, Andreas Eriksen set out to build their own laptop, the PotatoP, which can apparently last for up to two years on a single charge thanks to handpicked components to maximise battery …
Read More »AGESA 1.0.0.7 BIOS firmware to introduce support for 24GB and 48GB memory sticks
Intel 600/700-series motherboards already support 24GB and 48GB memory sticks, allowing you to equip up to 192GB of DDR5 memory. AMD, however, still hasn't introduced support for non-binary memory, but that is reportedly changing with the release of AGESA 1.0.0.7 BIOS firmware. As per chi11eddog (via Wccftech), AMD will introduce …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 4090 Founders Edition graphics card found with a AD102-301 GPU
As far as we knew, all RTX 4090 graphics cards shipped with an AD102-300 GPU. However, that doesn't seem to be the case anymore, as the owner of an RTX 4090 Founders Edition has stripped their card down to find a new variant of the AD102 GPU. An RTX 4090 …
Read More »Scythe launches a new version of the Kotetsu CPU air cooler
Scyther has decided it was time to update the popular Kotetsu CPU air cooler. The Kotetsu Mark III has now been announced, featuring a redesigned heatsink with a top cover, a new mounting system, and a new fan. The cooler has a compact heatsink with a dense array of 0.4mm aluminium …
Read More »ASRock launches new Jupiter 600 barebone mini PCs based on the LGA1700 socket
ASRock recently announced the Jupiter 600 series of mini PCs. There are two versions, one based on the H610 platform and another for B660, both offering flexibility and expandability in a small package that is suitable for a wide variety of applications, including office, retail, healthcare, transportation, and industry. Both …
Read More »AOC AGON to launch upgraded 4K OLED gaming monitor
Monitor manufacturers have been focusing on launching OLED gaming monitors. Many already have at least one such model, including AOC AGON. Currently, the AG485UD is the only one in the company's portfolio, but a new one might be coming soon. Named AG485UD2, this new OLED gaming monitor found on the …
Read More »AMD will give a sneak peek at upcoming FidelityFX technologies at GDC 2023
AMD has been working on new FidelityFX technologies. Besides FSR 3, we don't know what other technologies the company has up its sleeve, but that should change in a few weeks. AMD has now confirmed plans for a FidelityFX-focused presentation at GDC. Jason Lacroix, principal member of technical staff at …
Read More »Nvidia might refresh the RTX 3060 again
If you thought Nvidia had stopped working on new RTX 30 series SKUs, you might be wrong. As per a recent report, the green team is apparently working on a new RTX 3060 SKU equipped with a new GPU and GDDR6X memory. According to T4C Fantasy (via VideoCardz), Nvidia might …
Read More »Intel Panther Lake iGPUs may be based on upcoming Xe3-LPG graphics architecture
Intel Panther Lake has been mentioned occasionally in rumours, but not much is known about it. Besides being expected to arrive after Lunar Lake (2025-2026?), there aren't many specifics about Intel's future platform. However, a recent finding has shed some light on the iGPU these chips will feature. According to …
Read More »Hogwarts Legacy for Xbox One and PS4 has been delayed again
Hogwarts Legacy is already a success on PC and the latest-gen consoles. However, there's still a huge market of players still waiting to get their hands on the game on PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. The Xbox One and PS4 versions were supposed to arrive in April, but the …
Read More »AMD to bundle The Last of Us Part 1 with RX 7900 and RX 6000 GPUs
AMD already has its next game bundle lined up for potential Radeon graphics card buyers. According to a recently spotted retail page, AMD will soon be offering free copies of The Last of Us Part 1 with its current and previous-gen graphics cards.
Read More »AMD FSR 2.2 plugin is now available for Unreal Engine 5
AMD FSR 2.2 has been available for some time, but an Unreal Engine plugin had yet to be made available to developers. That is finally changing, with the plugin now available to make FSR implementation easier for developers using the engine. FSR 2.2 has been around for two months already, …
Read More »Microsoft Edge now also supports Video Super Resolution
After Google introduced Video Super Resolution support to Chrome, it's time for Microsoft to do the same on the Edge browser. The Chromium-based browser can now increase image quality by removing artefacts and enhancing text sharpness on low-res videos, but only if you're using select AMD and Nvidia GPUs. If …
Read More »Fortnite’s first-person mode is reportedly coming next season
Since its release, many Fortnite players have been asking for a first-person mode. This has been tested in limited-time events previously, but soon, it looks like first-person gameplay will become a staple mode for the Battle Royale game. According to HYPEX, three different sources have confirmed the new game mode …
Read More »You’ve seen the Xbox Series X fridge, now prepare for the Xbox Series S toaster
Microsoft had a bit of a viral moment leading up to the Xbox Series X launch when it unveiled a full-sized fridge designed to look like the console. Eventually, Microsoft released a limited run of Xbox Series X mini-fridges and now, it looks like Xbox Series S-like toasters are up …
Read More »Arctic releases the new P12 Max 120mm fans with up to 3300RPM
Expanding the P-series line of fans, the P12 Max is Arctic's new high-performance fan. Compared to the standard P12 PWM fan, the P12 Max has a substantially higher speed, with speeds ranging from 200 to 3300RPM, making it the fastest 120mm fan available from the company. Featuring high static pressure …
Read More »MSI March deals bring down the price of Spatium SSDs and MPG PSUs
If you're considering building a new PC soon or upgrading your current system, it might be worth checking MSI's deals for March. The company is offering excellent discounts on the MPG A-series PSUs and its Spatium M-series SSDs, bringing prices down by up to 32%. Starting with the PSUs, thanks …
Read More »Pwnage launches magnesium alloy Stormbreaker gaming mouse weighing 53g
Pwnage is known for exclusively doing honeycomb gaming mice, and the new Stormbreaker isn't different. However, this one uses magnesium alloy instead of the usual plastic, making it as light as possible without reducing its durability. The Pwnage Stormbreaker was conceived, manufactured, and produced to provide gamers with all they …
Read More »Amazon now has its own CPU air cooler
Amazon has plenty of cheap electronic accessories available under its Amazon Basics brand, but the company is now taking things a step further and getting into PC components. This week, Amazon launched its own CPU tower air cooler. A quick look at Amazon Basics air cooler might be enough to …
Read More »MSI Pro DP10 mini PCs feature Intel 13th Gen Core CPUs in a 1.1-litre chassis
MSI has recently introduced the PRO DP10 13M mini PC, a compact system created with efficiency and productivity in mind. Featuring a small chassis, powerful CPU choices, proprietary software, and Thunderbolt 4, MSI's new mini PC aims to offer the complete package for those looking for a versatile compact system. …
Read More »BAFTA 2023 nominees include God of War Ragnarök, Stray and Elden Ring
BAFTA has announced the candidates for the 2023 BAFTA Gaming Awards, which will honour the greatest games of 2022. Nominations were collected for 45 different games designed by various developers, from the biggest studios to small independent teams. As per the yearly tradition, the BAFTA Games Awards will celebrate the …
Read More »Windows 11 latest update introduces new AI features
Microsoft is taking the next big step forward in Windows 11 by introducing new features. These include a typable Windows search box, the new AI-powered Bing straight into the taskbar, smartphone link improvements, the ability to record using the snipping tool, and many more. Although Microsoft is marketing the new …
Read More »Gran Turismo and Just Dance will be part of the Olympic Esports Series 2023
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recently announced the Olympic Esports Series 2023, a worldwide virtual and simulated sports competition developed by the IOC in conjunction with International Federations (IFs) and game producers. This year, the event will include nine sports, of which two are JustDance and Gran Turismo. Professional and …
Read More »Focus announces PC and console release date for Atlas Fallen
Focus Entertainment announced Atlas Fallen back at Gamescom 2022. Things have been quiet in the months following the reveal, but that is finally changing this week, with the company announcing a May release date for the game on consoles and PC. Focus Entertainment (the game's publisher) has shared five screenshots …
Read More »Jonsbo unveils TK1 cube chassis with curved tempered glass panel
Jonsbo is back with another unique-looking case. This time around, the company is launching the TK-1, a cube-shaped mini-tower with a U-shaped tempered glass panel giving you the perfect view of your components. Available in black and white, the dual-chamber chassis of the TK-1 allows you to show your system …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D confirmed to have six active cores per CCD
With the Ryzen 9 7900X3D CPU now available, many have had a chance to take a closer look at the chip and how it was built. Under the hood, you'll find two six-core CCDs, with the same L3 cache configuration as the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. This information comes from Andreas …
Read More »Trust introduces new wired and wireless Muta series controllers
Trust Electronics has updated the Muta gaming controller series with two new products: the Muta 541 wired controller and Muta 542 wireless controller. Both are now on sale, offering appealing features at an affordable price. This latest generation of gamepads, which will replace Trust's current Yula and Muta controllers, are …
Read More »Intel Meteor Lake-S CPUs to support 20x PCIe 5.0 lanes and Wi-Fi 7
There are fresh Meteor Lake-S rumours doing the rounds this week. According to sources, Intel's desktop Meteor Lake CPUs will support as many as 20x PCIe 5.0 lanes, as well as an upgrade to WiFi support. According to TLC (via EXPReview), Intel Meteor Lake-S desktop processors will support 4x PCIe …
Read More »AMD alters Ryzen 7040HS specs ahead of release
The Ryzen 7040HS laptop processors were announced earlier this year, with plans to ship inside laptops before the end of Q1. In an odd turn of events, the product page for this series of CPUs has been updated ahead of launch, altering the spec sheet with lower iGPU clock speeds …
Read More »Paradox teams up with Xbox for new game showcase
Out of nowhere, Paradox Interactive has announced its next game showcase and interestingly, the publisher is teaming up with Xbox for the occasion. This likely indicates a bigger partnership at play, likely to bring more Paradox titles to Xbox Game Pass. In the event, Colossal Order (Cities: Skylines), Harebrained Schemes …
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