General Tech

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.  …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Easter is just around the corner, which means we are starting to see new deals popping up. CyberpowerPC has a particularly good one at the moment, with a well spec'd and fairly priced RTX 4080-powered gaming rig. The new CyberpowerPC Ultra 77 X8S PC is now available, packing an AMD …

While EVGA may not be in the graphics card market anymore, the company is still ticking with power supplies, with some units being very popular in the US. Unfortunately, EVGA is making headlines this week for the wrong reasons, after an RMA customer had 22TB worth of SATA drives killed …

According to the latest rumours, Apple is all set to introduce its new M3 iPad Pro line-up, featuring OLED panels instead of the mini-LED displays currently used in these devices. The 11-inch and 12.9-inch variants of the M3 iPad Pro are expected to be unveiled on March 26th. However, there …

Lexar's latest portable SSD has arrived, bringing with it faster speeds, USB Type-C connectivity and wide compatibility for gaming PCs and consoles, as well as smartphones like the iPhone 15.  The Lexar SL500 Portable SSD features a slim, aluminium unibody, making it small enough to fit in the palm of …

ECS is back with a new round of mini PCs. The new Liva Z5 Plus, Liva Z5E Plus and Liva Z5F Plus are built for industry-specific applications, with the ability to connect up to four displays to power things like electronic whiteboards, airport flight systems and Point of Service systems. …

MSI officially unveiled its first gaming handheld, the MSI Claw, back at CES. While we have hardware specs, we don't yet have an official launch date. Over in the US though, the handheld should be available as early as this week.