At Computex this week, Leo met up with the Alphacool team to check out the latest innovations for DIY PC builders looking to make the jump to custom water cooling. At Computex this year, Alphacool has several new interesting water cooling launches. At the top of the list is the …
Read More »Computex 2024: Leo and Steve discuss Intel Lunar Lake (featuring Gamers Nexus)
We couldn't let Computex go by without catching up with Steve of Gamers Nexus. Leo and Steve met up in the event halls to go over all of Intel's major announcements this week, including the unveiling of Lunar Lake.
Read More »Computex 2024: Endorfy’s new pudding keyboards, all-black coolers and more
Endorfy has emerged as an excellent choice in the gaming peripherals market. At Computex 2024, we got a look at the latest, including new pudding-cap wireless mechanical keyboards. Endorfy also showcased its brand new LIV Plus Wireless gaming mouse, as well as new PC cases and coolers. Starting off with …
Read More »Computex 2024: Seasonic’s 2.2KW PSU, Noctua Edition Power Supply and more
Computex would not be complete without a visit with Seasonic. The renowned power supply makers are back this year with a new range, as well as a few surprises. Join Leo as we dive in to all of the new Seasonic gear. Power supplies aren't always the most exciting component …
Read More »Computex 2024: Sapphire showcases limited edition graphics cards & B650 motherboard!
Our Computex 2024 coverage begins today with our hardware experts, Leo and Dominic, heading to Sapphire's room to check out all the new products coming up in 2024. including a first-hand look at Sapphire's new Special Edition Frostpunk graphics card and the very first Sapphire motherboard
Read More »Computex 2024: Thermaltake unveils new Tower 600 and Tower 250
We'll be stopping by Thermaltake's booth at Computex for a full video later this week. In the meantime though, we have a preview of two new cases launching here at the show this week, the new Tower 600 and its mini sibling, the Tower 250. The Tower 600 is a …
Read More »Computex 2024: TAITRA Opening Conference
Computex 2024 has officially kicked off and as is the case every year, the first thing we checked off on our list was the TAITRA opening press conference. This year's Computex is even bigger than 2023, attracting over 50,000 visitors, with 4,500 individual booths, up from 3,000 the previous year. …
Read More »AMD, Intel, Google, Microsoft and Meta collaborate to create alternative to Nvidia NVLink
Nvidia NVLink technology has been a game-changer in enabling high-speed communication between GPUs and CPUs since its debut in 2014. Surpassing traditional connection standards that have become inadequate for today's high-performance accelerators, it started off being used in gaming GPUs. That's not the case anymore, as Nvidia has removed the …
Read More »DirectSR API is now available to easily implement support for DLSS, FSR and XeSS
The DirectSR API has been integrated into the Agility Software Development Kit 1.714.0-preview, allowing developers to integrate various Super Resolution technologies into their games more easily. By consolidating technologies such as FSR, DLSS, and XeSS, DirectSR provides developers with a streamlined solution for implementation. GPU hardware providers have been at …
Read More »Intel Innovation returns in September with more AI discussion
Intel Innovation is returning in 2024. Last year's show was kicked off by a keynote presentation from CEO, Pat Gelsinger, during which we learned a lot about Intel Core Ultra (Meteor Lake) and Intel's new focus on local AI computing. At Intel Innovation 2024, the AI discussion will continue. Intel …
Read More »Zotac is the latest tech company to announce a handheld gaming PC
It looks like Zotac is also getting into the handheld PC market. Zotac is primarily known for its graphics cards, but the company has also dabbled in many other hardware areas over the years. This year, the company's big Computex reveal will be a “limit pushing” handheld gaming PC. The …
Read More »Cherry Xtrfy launches new ‘Ngale’ gaming and streaming microphones
Cherry Xtrfy is set to launch the Ngale microphone line for gamers, broadcasters, and content creators. The Ngale X and Ngale R are the first microphones to be introduced under the Cherry Xtrfy brand, marking the company's expansion in the peripheral market. The Ngale R stands out not only for …
Read More »Antec officially unveils ‘Core HS’ gaming handheld ahead of Computex
Following on from a leak earlier this week, Antec has now officially announced its new handheld gaming system, the Antec Core HS. The new handheld will be debuting at Computex, offering a new hardware option for those looking to take their PC gaming on the go. The Antec Core HS …
Read More »Microsoft teams up with AMD to power Azure AI services
At Microsoft Build, AMD demonstrated its latest advancements in AI computing with several key new announcements. For starters, Microsoft is using AMD's technology, namely Instinct MI300X GPUs and ROCm software to power AI workloads. The AMD Instinct MI300X has been deployed in Microsoft Azure servers to power OpenAI services like …
Read More »The first Snapdragon X powered PCs have been announced
We’ve been following the development of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X processors closely in recent months. Following on from our hands-on, in which we were able to test these chips in reference Snapdragon laptops, Qualcomm has now announced the first consumer devices to use them. Qualcomm has partnered with Microsoft to support …
Read More »AMD launches cost-effective EPYC 4004 series processors
AMD has debuted the new EPYC 4004 series of processors. Based on the Zen 4 architecture, EPYC 4004 chips will offer up to 16 cores, 128MB of cache, and clock speeds as high as 5.7GHz out of the box. Aimed at enterprise and datacentres, EPYC processors aren't for the regular …
Read More »Nvidia plans to roll out RTX-powered ‘Copilot+’ PCs in partnership with Microsoft
At Microsoft Build this week, the company announced plans for a new range of ‘Copilot+' PCs, which are designed with AI computing in mind, complete with the necessary hardware to accelerate AI workloads. Now, Nvidia is joining in, announcing plans to launch RTX-powered Copilot+ PCs this year. To support the …
Read More »Microsoft introduces CoPilot+ PCs with 40+ TOPS of AI performance
Microsoft wants to revolutionise the laptop market by introducing Copilot+ PCs, a new branding that will signal the integration of AI technology into Windows laptops. This move comes as part of a strategic effort to bring AI capabilities to the forefront of the operating system. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made …
Read More »Intel Thunderbolt Share will make it easier to share data and more between two PCs
Intel is preparing to unveil Thunderbolt Share, a new technology that enables users to seamlessly share displays, keyboards, mice, and data between computers using Thunderbolt technology. This technology prioritises speed, security, and simplicity, hoping to set a new standard for connectivity. This solution facilitates quick and efficient PC-to-PC connections, allowing …
Read More »Thermaltake debuts new Racing Sim cockpit and a Triple Monitor stand to go with it
Thermaltake is expanding its racing line-up with the new GR500 Racing Sim cockpit, along with a triple-monitor stand to go with it. Combined, you'll have everything you need to fully immerse yourself in a racing game, and your monitors will sit at the perfect height. The Thermaltake GR500 racing simulator …
Read More »Apple launches M4-powered iPad Pro with OLED display
Apple's new iPad Pro launch event today brought about more surprises than expected. This year's iPad Pro will not only be the first to feature an OLED display, but it will also be the first Apple product powered by the new M4 processor. The Apple M4 processor at the heart …
Read More »Nvidia updates ChatRTX with new large language models and more
Back in February, we got our first look at Nvidia's ChatRTX, an offline AI chatbot that can help users sift through files and data on their PCs using Retrieval Augmented Generation, in conjunction with the TensorRT Large Language Model, which users can customise themselves by granting the app access to …
Read More »Asus appears to be launching a Snapdragon-powered laptop this month
While Qualcomm is remaining quiet on the launch date for the Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors, it does appear that OEMs are gearing up to make announcements very soon. Today, Asus has announced its next AI PC launch event, which will feature guest speakers from both Qualcomm …
Read More »Leo Says Ep. 76: Hands-on with Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus
Qualcomm has been gearing up for the launch of the Snapdragon Elite X processor for months now. Recently, KitGuru was invited to an event to preview to learn about the new Snapdragon X Plus, as well as get hands-on time with Snapdragon X-equipped laptops.
Read More »Razer launches ultra-light and eco-friendly Viper V3 Pro gaming mouse
Razer is back with a new esports-focused mouse. The new Razer Viper V3 Pro has been designed in collaboration with esports players, including Zekken, the winner and MVP of the Valorant Champions Tour Masters in Madrid. As this is a mouse aimed at competitive gaming, it is ultra-light. A comprehensive …
Read More »EKWB responds to reports of late payments and internal issues
EKWB has been one of the biggest names in custom liquid cooling for many years, so it came as a surprise when news of internal troubles hit earlier this week. A report from Gamers Nexus found that EKWB has faced issues with payments and cross-department communications. Now, EKWB has responded with a lengthy statement.
Read More »Elgato debuts plug-and-play ‘Neo’ streaming gear
The Elgato range of streaming gear is getting an upgrade this month. Today, the company is announcing its new Elgato Neo products, which aim to offer plug-and-play simplicity for those looking to easily get into streaming, content creation or simply want to look and sound better during calls. The Elgato …
Read More »Elgato launches special edition Fallout-themed streaming gear
The Fallout TV series has officially arrived and to mark the occasion, Elgato is now launching its new special edition Fallout-themed streaming gear, with unique Fallout-inspired designs for many of its best streaming products. The Elgato Fallout Edition products span a full range, including a Stream Deck, which will also …
Read More »Lenovo is planning a next-gen Legion Go gaming handheld
The Lenovo Legion Go handheld has been on the market for a little while now. We're already starting to hear about potential future versions of the ROG Ally and MSI Claw, so it should come as no surprise that Lenovo is also considering a newer version of its handheld as …
Read More »Razer unveils the new Blade 18, the world’s first laptop with an 18-inch 4K/200Hz display
The next-generation Razer Blade 18 has arrived. The new Blade 18 2024 flagship gaming laptop will sport the world's first 18-inch 4K/200Hz display. Under the hood, you'll be well powered for gaming with an Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and GeForce RTX 4090 graphics. If you would prefer a QHD display …
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