VESA, the Video Electronics Standards Association, is introducing new quality standards to represent display motion clarity and HDR experiences better. The organisation has announced revisions to its ClearMR and DisplayHDR True Black standards, introducing new performance tiers to cater to the latest advancements in display technology. These updates will be …
Read More »AMD to launch new Radeon 9000 GPUs, Ryzen 9 9000X3D and FSR 4 at the same time
Get ready for a jam-packed CES 2025 from AMD! The red team is reportedly planning a triple whammy of gaming product launches, with the Ryzen 9 9000X3D CPUs, the Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, and FSR 4 all set to be announced during the event and launched simultaneously. AMD leaker …
Read More »Sony is now the largest shareholder of Kadokawa, FromSoftware’s parent company
After weeks of reports regarding Sony acquiring Kadokawa, the story has concluded. Instead of a full acquisition, Sony is “only” becoming the largest shareholder of Kadokawa, the same company that owns the acclaimed FromSoftware. For that, Sony had to buy 10% of the company's shares. While this falls short of …
Read More »Sandisk is modernising its branding in early 2025
SanDisk, the memory giant known for its flash drives and memory cards, is getting a new branding. The company has revealed a sleek new logo inspired by the “pixel” and a new slogan: “Mindset of Motion”. Founded in 1988 as SunDisk, the name Sandisk was only established in 1995. Acting …
Read More »Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger steps down
Intel is in for another big change behind the scenes. In an unexpected move, Intel CEO, Pat Gelsinger, officially stepped down and left the company today,
Read More »Buyer’s Guide: Lexar DDR5 RAM and SSD Black Friday deals
Lexar has slashed prices on XMP and EXPO compatible DDR5 RGB memory, along with some fast M.2 SSDs for Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the UK.
Read More »Samsung reportedly set to launch 500Hz QD-OLED displays
Samsung Display is reportedly producing a new QD-OLED 500Hz panel, which would beat out LG's current fastest OLED display, which top out at 480Hz.
Read More »Edifier launches feature-packed M60 Compact speakers
Edifier launches the M60 Compact, perfect for those who need a pair of speakers that save on desk space without sacrificing audio quality.
Read More »Leo Says 77 – Intel ‘fesses up about Arrow Lake Core Ultra 200S
The launch of the new Intel Core Ultra 200S family of CPUs along with Z890 motherboards was a thorny process. KitGuru suffered along with pretty much every other review site on the planet and you may have noticed we held off from reviewing of the Core Ultra 9 285K, Core Ultra 7 265K and Core Ultra 5 245K as it is clear to us that Intel has some work to do before this platform is ready for action.
Read More »AMD Ryzen AI 300 series shows impressive LLM performance
The evolution of language models has accelerated considerably in the last few years. Users can now easily deploy sophisticated LLMs (Large Language Models) through applications like LM Studio. For users who work with such applications, a system capable of efficiently handling AI workloads is important, and AMD wants to ensure …
Read More »Nvidia tipped to unveil Arm-based chips in 2025
Nvidia is positioning itself to become a cornerstone of future consumer PCs through its renowned graphics cards and the development of new Arm-based CPUs. According to a recent report, the company is working on a PC platform that integrates both Nvidia CPU and GPU technology that will be revealed in …
Read More »Apple launches new MacBook Pro laptops with M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max
Following on from the announcements of new M4-powered iMacs and Mac Minis, Apple has today announced the latest generation of MacBook Pro laptops.
Read More »Sharkoon SGK50 Aviator is a simple but elegant keyboard upgrade
The Sharkoon Skiller SGK50 Aviator cable set is a premium keyboard accessory that will keep your desk tidy and your cable in perfect shape.
Read More »Qualcomm cancels Snapdragon Dev Kit for Windows on Arm
The Snapdragon Mini PC, intended as a Windows on Arm dev kit to encourage developers to port their apps, has been cancelled.
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200S processors announced
The time has arrived. The days of Intel Core i5, i7 and i9 are over. Now, we have Intel Core Ultra for desktop processors. The new Core Ultra 200S desktop processors are based on the Arrow Lake architecture, with Intel taking design elements from its mobile processors to improve efficiency on desktop machines.
Read More »Microsoft discontinues the HoloLens
Nearly ten years on from its original reveal, Microsoft is discontinuing the HoloLens and has no plans for another consumer AR headset.
Read More »NZXT announces N9 X870E motherboard for Zen 5 processors
NZXT returns to the high-end motherboard market with its new N9 X870E, designed for Zen 5 processors, including the newly released Ryzen 9000 desktop processors.
Read More »Thermal Grizzly launches WireView GPU Pro monitoring tool with warning buzzer
Thermal Grizzly's WireView GPU Pro is a new monitoring and measurement tool designed by renowned overclocker Jon Sandstrom, also known as “elmor”. This device uses a power passthrough to connect to the GPU via the 12V-2×6 connector, monitoring GPU power consumption and temperature and providing users with alerts for potential …
Read More »Razer launches Freyja Haptic Cushion for gaming chairs, new headsets and more
Razer launches its new Haptic gaming cushion, the Razer Freyja, Kraken V4 Pro headset and more at RazerCon 2024.
Read More »Intel finds root cause behind CPU stability issue, BIOS updates are on the way
Intel has managed to figure out the root cause behind recent 13th Gen and 14th Gen Core CPU stability issues. The company is now testing an update to mitigate the issue.
Read More »CyberPowerPC revamps its Hyper Liquid range and configurator
Building a custom liquid-cooled PC can be both a time consuming and a daunting task. CyberPowerPC is looking to make the process a bit easier for customers with its Hyper Liquid range, including a newly revamped configurator, so you can adjust the build to your needs. The Hyper Liquid range …
Read More »Seagate unveils Game Drive external SSD for PS4 and PS5
Seagate has been launching external Game Drives for consoles for around a decade now, starting in the Xbox One and PS4 generation. We've moved up to external SSDs for the new-gen Game Drives for Xbox Series X/S and now, there is a PlayStation 5 Game Drive SSD hitting the shelves …
Read More »Crucial launches speedy, efficient P310 M.2 SSDs
Crucial is back with a new high-speed Gen 4 M.2 SSD. This time around, we have the new P310 2280, featuring 3D NAND from Micron, and speeds that make this an ideal drive for current-gen gaming, whether you are on PC, or a console like the PS5. These new SSDs …
Read More »Acer unveils new gaming handheld, 600Hz monitor and new CoPilot+ PCs
This week alongside IFA, Acer is showcasing its latest line-up of gaming gear. On the portable side, we have Acer's very first handheld gaming PC, the Acer Nitro Blaze 7, along with new Nitro V 14 & 16 laptops. Additionally, Acer is launching a new Predator Orion desktop system, as …
Read More »Corsair unleashes upgraded QD-OLED Xeneon 34 ultrawide gaming monitor
The Corsair XENEON OLED returns in 2024, with a new version now equipped with a QD-OLED panel. The Corsair Xeneon 34WQHD240-C hits an ideal pairing of screen size and resolution, with a 21:9 aspect ratio and 3440×1440 resolution, as well as support for HDR at up to 1000 nits. The …
Read More »Retailers point to September launch for Zotac Zone gaming handheld
Zotac was at Gamescom 2024 to show off the upcoming gaming handheld that it has been working on and share more details. Besides pricing, Zotac also hinted at an imminent release of the portable console, which has been corroborated by various retailers. The Zone is powered by the Ryzen 7 …
Read More »Thermaltake introduces the new G700 RGB gaming desk
Thermaltake has introduced a new gaming desk, the G700 RGB. This new desk will be available in black or white, but only the former is available for purchase. The white version is set to make its debut in the market at a later date. Measuring a generous 160 cm (L) …
Read More »Asus launches trio of high-spec gaming monitors at Gamescom 2024
Asus has shown up to Gamescom 2024 armed with a bunch of exciting new products. At the top of our list, we have three new ROG gaming monitors, including one of the very first displays to sport Nvidia's new G-Sync Pulsar technology.
Read More »be quiet! showcases new Pure Base 501 and ARGB gear at Gamescom
be quiet! is exhibiting at Gamescom this week and it has plenty of great-looking hardware and system builds on show. If you need inspiration for your next build, you should really take a look at be quiet!'s latest cases and coolers. The big new launch here is the Pure Base …
Read More »DeepCool showcases all-new hardware and creative Pixels at Gamescom
Gamescom is kicking off this week and DeepCool is looking to show out at this year's event. Many hardware companies will be exhibiting at the event, armed with new project launches. Here, we offer a sneak peek at what DeepCool has in store for attendees. The big highlight from DeepCool's …
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