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AYANEO previews upcoming AYANEO 3 handheld, promising next-generation features

Oct 24, 2024, 10:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

Unlike Valve, who recently reiterated their wait for a significant upgrade for a Steam Deck 2, AYANEO is set to release yet another handheld: the AYANEO 3.

A few days ago, AYANEO issued a press announcement filled with elaborate marketing phrases, claiming it's a "revolution in AYANEO's product definition, changing gamers' perceptions of handheld consoles" and asserting that it's "not just a technological advance, but also a totally new concept that hints at future possibilities for handheld devices." The marketing continues without providing any real specifics on anything of substance. They are certainly making a big deal about this product, suggesting it "represents the...

Qualcomm is facing an existential risk

Oct 24, 2024, 4:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

Yesterday (October 23), Bloomberg reported that Arm (UK) is proceeding with the cancellation of an agreement that allowed Qualcomm to use its chip licensing.

Not only is Qualcomm facing significant challenges from the collaboration between Intel and AMD in the laptop chip segment, but it is also at risk of losing ground in the smartphone chip market after Arm terminated their technology agreement. Recently, the two companies have been engaged in a tense legal dispute. The issue dates back to 2021 when Qualcomm acquired Nuvia for $1.4 billion. Nuvia is a startup founded by former Apple employees. From this acquisition, Qualcomm developed a...

Rumors about the RTX 5090 using two 16-pin connectors dismissed

Oct 23, 2024, 5:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

Chinese power supply manufacturer Segotep has dismissed rumors suggesting that the RTX 5090 will require two 16-pin connectors.

Rumors surrounding the RTX 5090, NVIDIA’s next-generation flagship graphics card, have been circulating frequently. Recently, speculation that the RTX 5090 would use two 16-pin power connectors caused concern among many gamers, prompting them to consider upgrading their existing computer power supplies. However, Segotep has publicly refuted this rumor. The company stated that they have obtained information about the RTX 5090 and confirmed that the graphics card will only require one 16-pin power connector. Segotep, a relatively new entrant in the industry,...

Celebrate Fallout Day 2024 with discounts on Fallout franchise games and DLCs

Oct 23, 2024, 4:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

A free week for Fallout 76 has just begun, leading up to Bethesda's Fallout Day livestream that will explore the future of the co-op RPG.

Fallout Day, also referred to as Bombs Drop Day, commemorates the beginning of the Great War in the Fallout universe, occurring on October 27, 2077. The Great War in the Fallout franchise was marked by extensive nuclear warfare, starting and concluding on the same day according to the official timeline. In anticipation of this year’s festivities, Bethesda has revealed some planned events for Fallout 76. Fans should also be aware of what to expect from other games in the...

The Humble Atari: Recharged Retro Revival Bundle features a collection of classic games

Oct 22, 2024, 3:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

The latest pack released by Humble Bundle offers a collection of over 100 classic Atari games.

Video games can come with a hefty price tag, but you can save significantly with Humble Bundles. These bundles are an excellent way for gamers to expand their game collections with beloved titles. Humble consistently delivers on this front, releasing a variety of bundles each month. Each bundle provides a great assortment of games for a low price. Following the SNEG Video Game Classics bundle, they have recently launched a new offering called...

AMD's upcoming X3D processors are set to launch on November 7th, poised to challenge Intel's Arrow Lake

Oct 22, 2024, 2:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD is set to unveil new Ryzen X3D gaming processors. Specifically, the company’s first Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs will be introduced on November 7th.

Just days ahead of the launch of Intel’s Core Ultra 200 “Arrow Lake” processors, AMD has teased the forthcoming launch of its first Ryzen 9000 series X3D gaming processor. AMD has not disclosed any specific information regarding these new processors, though they have embraced the tagline “X3D Reimagined”. This implies that AMD has implemented significant modifications to their X3D technology. However, it remains uncertain what exactly has been altered. The X3D designation signifies AMD’s Extended 3D Technology, which effectively...

Snag some new horror games for dirt cheap in the latest Epic Games Halloween Sale 2024

Oct 21, 2024, 2:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

Truly terrifying savings! Browse these chilling deals, and save up to 80% off.

The Epic Games Store has kicked off its Halloween sale, which runs until November 1. Each year, the Epic Games Store honors Halloween with its signature sale, featuring spooky games and other genres at more appealing prices. Halloween is a widely celebrated season among gamers, as publishers and digital game platforms embrace the festive spirit by offering discounts. The Epic Games Store is also joining in, providing players with a range of deals....

Intel's new Arc graphics driver significantly improves performance on both Lunar Lake iGPUs and Arc GPUs across various games.

Oct 21, 2024, 10:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Performance boost for Intel Lunar Lake iGPU and Arc GPU.

According to Intel, the company has just released a new version of its graphics driver that brings major performance improvements and supports many games. A highlight of this update is the addition of support for the new game No More Room in Hell 2, an online co-op horror FPS currently in early access. In addition to supporting the new game, this driver also enhances gaming performance for several titles such as Core Keeper, Metaphor:...

Intel's CEO unexpectedly showcases the 1.8nm Panther Lake chip

Oct 18, 2024, 11:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel's CEO, Pat Gelsinger, presented the initial sample of the upcoming Panther Lake CPU, manufactured with the advanced 18A process node, to Lenovo.

At the Lenovo Tech World 2024 event, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger delivered a speech about the partnership between Intel and Lenovo. More importantly, during the event, Pat also handed Lenovo’s Chairman Yuanqing Yang a sample of the Panther Lake processor chip, manufactured using the 18A process. This gesture implied that Intel's manufacturing node had achieved positive results and was ready for commercial production. From a consumer perspective, it is likely that we will see the Panther Lake...

Epic Games Store is giving away two new games, but only for a limited time

Oct 18, 2024, 10:00 AM manhkbrady Free Games

The Epic Games Store's weekly free games offer is back.

The Epic Games Store, created and managed by Epic Games, serves as a digital platform for distributing video games. It features a curated selection of games for both PC and Mac, frequently presenting exclusive titles and significant discounts. This week, the Epic Games Store is offering not just one, but two complimentary games, which is an improvement over the typical weekly giveaways that usually involve one game or a game with some downloadable content. To make it even more appealing for...

Latest Fanatical's Build your own Fall Bundle goes live with plenty quality games

Oct 17, 2024, 6:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

Fanatical’s Build your own Fall Bundle returns. Choose from a fantastic roster of popular and rewarding Steam PC games.

Fanatical has just launched its Build Your Own Bundle for Fall 2024, offering a great number of games for a small price. The bundle offers a mixture of genres that can keep you attached to your screens for weeks or months. We count a total of 12 Steam games included in the Fall 2024 bundle. As it is a build-your-own bundle, the total price will depend on the number of games you select. For instance, one to...

Samsung unveils groundbreaking 24Gb GDDR7 memory modules with speeds over 40 Gbps for next gen GPUs

Oct 17, 2024, 5:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

It was also the first brand in the world to complete the development of GDDR7 chips.

In a recent statement, Samsung has revealed that it has created the first 24 Gb GDDR7 DRAM in the industry, utilizing its 5th Generation 10nm process technology. This new technology delivers a cell density increase of up to 50% while keeping the same package size as its predecessor, GDDR6. With speeds reaching 40Gbps, these new modules offer substantial memory bandwidth. To put this into perspective, Nvidia’s RTX 4090 utilizes 21Gbps GDDR6X memory. By launching these GDDR7 modules,...

Intel expands APO optimization for new Arrow Lake CPUs, boosts gaming performance across 26 titles

Oct 16, 2024, 9:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel has introduced APO (Application Optimization) support for up to 26 games, enhancing performance on Core Ultra 200S and 14th Gen processors.

Intel has introduced the Application Optimisation (APO) technology, which is beneficial for gamers. It can significantly enhance the performance of supported games when used with modern Intel CPUs, offering support for the new Core Ultra 200 series CPUs and 12 additional games. Intel's Application Optimisation technology is specifically designed for Intel 12th gen, 13th gen, 14th gen, and Core Ultra 200 series CPUs, with support for CPU models featuring 8 P-cores. Additionally, CPUs with 6 P-Cores are also supported through...

Intel and AMD collaborate, form alliance to develop x86 architecture processors

Oct 16, 2024, 3:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

Sensing the threat from Qualcomm, rivals Intel and AMD join forces to form x86 chip alliance.

During the OCP 2024 Conference, Intel and AMD announced the establishment of the x86 ecosystem advisory group, with the participation of major hardware and software companies such as Google, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, and Red Hat. This group is formed with the objective of standardizing and simplifying the x86 architecture, enhancing compatibility, performance, and security, while also promoting innovation across the entire x86 ecosystem. The group aims to unify additions and changes to the x86 ISA, ensuring that...

Steam Next Fest - October 2024 Edition is live now

Oct 15, 2024, 2:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

It's time once again to take a look at some upcoming PC games with new playable and free demos on Steam.

The latest Steam Next Fest event is here, offering new playable and free demos for upcoming PC games on Steam. Valve has launched its newest Steam Next Fest event, which will be available until October 21. Apart from Steam's major holiday and seasonal sales events, the Steam Next Fest events are some of the most thrilling times of the year for Steam users. It's an opportunity for users to try out numerous free game demos for upcoming PC games over the...

AMD officially launches 5th generation EPYC CPUs: targeting AI, cloud, and servers

Oct 15, 2024, 11:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD has unveiled its newest server CPU lineup, the 5th Gen Epyc series, formerly referred to as Turin.

AMD has recently introduced the 5th generation EPYC processors (code-named Turin) targeting AI, cloud, and enterprise workloads, maintaining its leadership position in the server market. Utilizing the Zen 5 architecture and compatible with the SP5 platform, the EPYC 9005 Series delivers superior performance and energy efficiency compared to the previous generation, with a 2.7x higher performance for the 192-core version. One of the standout products is the EPYC 9575F with 64 cores, designed for AI leveraging GPUs,...

The latest multiplayer-focused Humble Bundle is a shockingly good deal

Oct 14, 2024, 8:00 PM manhkbrady Hot Deals

This collection has seven multiplayer focused games that will stay on sale until November 1, 2024

Looking for affordable video games? Humble Bundles offer great savings and a chance to expand your game collection. The latest bundle, the Madcap Multiplayer Missions Game Bundle, includes seven games at a low price. This bundle has something for everyone, from sneaking into buildings to engaging in sea battles. To access all seven games, you only need to pay a total of $16 (€14), but you can choose to contribute more to the publishers, Humble, and charity if you wish. All seven...

Intel launches the Core Ultra 200S chip for desktop computers

Oct 14, 2024, 7:00 PM manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel recently introduced the Core Ultra 200S desktop CPU series based on the new Arrow Lake architecture, the successor to the previous Lunar Lake.

The new generation of Intel chips brings modest performance improvements but offers significantly greater energy efficiency advancements. This product line includes five new chips: the basic 245K and 245KF (Core Ultra 5), the more powerful 265K and 265KF (Core Ultra 7), and the top-tier 285K (Core Ultra 9). Intel designed the Core Ultra 200S series to enhance graphics acceleration, computing, and artificial intelligence (AI) workload volumes, with a thermal design power (TDP) of 125W and power consumption ranging from...

AMD is preparing to launch the Radeon RX 7650 GRE "RDNA 3" graphics card at CES 2025

Oct 11, 2024, 11:00 AM manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD seems to be working on a new GPU model in the GRE (Golden Rabbit Edition) series, the Radeon RX 7650 GRE.

Speculation suggests that AMD is preparing to introduce a new RDNA 3 graphics card around the time of CES 2025. This upcoming graphics card is anticipated to be the Radeon RX 7650 GRE, positioned between the Radeon RX 7600 XT and RX 7700 XT. RX 7️⃣6️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ GRE#CES2025 — Hoang Anh Phu (@AnhPhuH) October 9, 2024 Historically, AMD's GRE (Golden Rabbit Edition) GPUs have been exclusive to...

This week's free games on the Epic Games Store have been announced

Oct 11, 2024, 10:00 AM manhkbrady Free Games

Epic Games Store has been updated with two new games that you can get for free and keep forever.

The digital distribution platform for video games developed and maintained by Epic Games is known as the Epic Games Store. It provides a carefully selected range of games for PC and Mac, often offering exclusive titles and substantial discounts. On a weekly basis, Epic Games unveils one or sometimes two new games for players to download and add to their collections for free. Regrettably, this week's complimentary games on the Epic Games Store are not as noteworthy as previous offerings. However,...