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ASUS’ latest RTX 5080 GPU includes an M.2 slot for extra SSD storage
Jun 13, 2025, 9:00 AM
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ASUS unveils the ProArt RTX 5080, featuring an M.2 slot for SSD storage.
As part of a recap video for Computex 2025, ASUS has unveiled its ProArt RTX 5080 SSD. This latest graphics card incorporates an M.2 slot, allowing users to add an extra PCIe 5.0 SSD to their systems. This is a fantastic development for ProArt users, as professionals typically desire as much high-speed storage as possible. The M.2 slot can support up to 8TB of SSD storage, representing a significant upgrade.
ASUS has implemented PCIe bifurcation to include this M.2 slot. This...
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 specs leak via retailer listing
Jun 12, 2025, 9:30 AM
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GeForce RTX 5050 spotted with 2,560 CUDA cores and a 2,250 MHz boost clock.
Specifications for Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5050 laptop GPU have been revealed through the German retailer Kiebel (via @Momomo_us on Twitter/X). These specs align with the leaked or rumored RTX 5050 desktop variant from Nvidia. This indicates that the main difference between the desktop and laptop versions of this GPU will be their power consumption and clock frequencies.
The RTX 5050 reportedly boasts 2560 CUDA cores, 20 ray tracing units, and a 128-bit memory interface. Unlike other...
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Nvidia N1X CPU performance leaks show outstanding single-threaded speeds
Jun 11, 2025, 10:00 AM
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Nvidia’s Arm chip appears with impressive Geekbench scores, potentially rivaling top Intel and AMD laptop CPUs.
Geekbench scores for a laptop featuring Nvidia's N1X processor from HP have surfaced online, revealing the performance of Nvidia’s inaugural ARM-based laptop CPU. The initial report from Videocardz highlighted both the single-threaded and multi-threaded performance metrics.
Nvidia's NX1 CPU utilizes 20 ARM-based CPU cores organized in a big.LITTLE architecture. It reportedly incorporates 10 Cortex-X925 cores alongside 10 Cortex-A725 cores. The benchmark results shown were run on a Linux platform using what seems to be a system with 128GB of RAM....
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Microsoft’s “Xbox full screen experience” may reshape Windows PC gaming
Jun 10, 2025, 11:00 AM
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In conjunction with their ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, Microsoft announced significant updates for Windows 11.
The collaboration between Xbox and Windows teams is set to improve the gaming experience on Windows, focusing on performance enhancements for gamers. With the introduction of the “Xbox full screen experience,” users can anticipate better performance and extended battery life from handheld devices.
In essence, Microsoft’s “Xbox full screen experience” isn't merely a user interface overhaul for Windows 11. When activated, this feature allows Windows 11 to reduce its idle power consumption by up to two-thirds. How does this work?...
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Hackers are already attempting to manipulate Nintendo’s Switch 2 console
Jun 9, 2025, 7:30 AM
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Hackers find a Nintendo Switch 2 exploit just one day after launch — a minor hack enables custom code to run on top of the OS.
Nintendo introduced its Switch 2 console just a few days ago, and already, hackers have discovered a way to exploit the device. A user named @retr0.id on Bluesky has showcased a userland ROP (Return-Oriented Programming) exploit that allows for a framebuffer graphics demonstration. Although this is not a complete hack of the system, it clearly indicates that Nintendo’s latest console is not resistant to hacking attempts.
This exploit does not permit users to play modified or...
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Two Xbox Ally Windows gaming handhelds have been announced, set to launch this holiday
Jun 9, 2025, 6:30 AM
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The partnership with hardware maker ASUS was confirmed during the June 8 Xbox Games Showcase.
Microsoft has unveiled its first handheld console – the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, both designed by Asus. The announcement was made during the Xbox Games Showcase, where it was revealed that the handheld is capable of running games natively as well as streaming through the cloud.
This device is more than just an upgraded ROG Ally featuring a bigger battery, enhanced grips, and an Xbox button in place of the Armory Crate button; it significantly changes...
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Nvidia is reportedly planning to launch its GDDR6-based RTX 5050 GPU next month
Jun 5, 2025, 3:00 PM
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For a while now, there have been whispers regarding Nvidia's development of an entry-level GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card.
Sources associated with Videocardz indicate that Nvidia is targeting a July release for the RTX 5050 card. It's important to highlight that, unlike the RTX 4050, the RTX 5050 will be available for both desktop and laptop platforms. The upcoming release we’re discussing pertains specifically to the desktop version. The rumor does not clarify whether both desktop and laptop versions of the card will debut simultaneously.
Videocardz also suggests that Nvidia may introduce 3GB memory options for its lower-end models....
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Sony announces a wireless fight stick compatible with PlayStation 5 and PC
Jun 5, 2025, 12:30 PM
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Sony announces its own PlayStation arcade stick, featuring wireless connectivity and a digitally customizable joystick.
In an unexpected development, Sony introduced a new hardware item during its State of Play presentation today. Known for now as Project Defiant, this marks Sony's first venture into creating a fight stick. Given the company's current collaboration with Marvel on a first-party fighting game featuring beloved heroes and villains from the comic universe, this is the perfect time to unveil the initiative.
The controller will come with a toolless design, allowing users to swap out the...
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Intel’s Nova Lake-S iGPU leak reveals Xe3 “Celestial” and Xe4 “Druid” architectures
Jun 4, 2025, 6:00 PM
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Intel documents reveal upcoming processors, including Nova Lake, Bartlett Lake, and others.
A formal document from Intel, shared by @InstLatX64 on Twitter/X, has outlined several new product lines from the well-known CPU manufacturer. This includes various upcoming Intel Desktop offerings, such as Nova Lake-S and Bartlett Lake-S.
While this document is official, Intel's strategy may change. Therefore, these listings should not be interpreted as confirmations of product releases. Nonetheless, this document does validate some long-held speculations.
Firstly, it confirms that Intel plans to launch 12-core Bartlett Lake-S CPUs. This...
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MSI’s Cyclone GPU series returns with a snow-camo RTX 5060
Jun 4, 2025, 5:00 PM
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Introducing MSI’s RTX 5060 Cyclone OC—a revival of its classic GPU design.
MSI has brought back its Cyclone series of graphics cards, incorporating the nostalgic look of its classic designs with the new RTX 50 series models. This comeback began at Computex with the MSI RTX 5070 Cyclone Visual and is now continued with their RTX 5060 Cyclone OC.
As an RTX 5060 graphics card, MSI’s latest Cyclone OC version is equipped with 3840 CUDA cores and 8GB of GDDR7 memory. Powered by Nvidia’s Blackwell GPU architecture, this graphics card also...
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PowerColor unveils Reaper RX 9060 XT models in both 8GB and 16GB variants, each featuring different clock speeds
Jun 3, 2025, 9:00 AM
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PowerColor has formally announced its Radeon RX 9060 XT series of graphics cards, detailing the clock speeds and specifications for all models.
The company will launch a total of five models within the RX 9060 XT series. Most of these variants will come with factory overclocks, with the exception being the RX 9060 XT Reaper 8GB.
The RX 9060 XT series from PowerColor is categorized into its Hellhound and Reaper product lines. The RX 9060 Reaper by PowerColor is equipped with a dual-fan cooling system and will be offered in 8GB and 16GB variants. In contrast, the RX 9060 XT Hellhound...
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Microsoft has reportedly paused development on its Xbox handheld project
Jun 2, 2025, 8:30 AM
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The gaming console was anticipated to launch in 2025 and aimed to compete against the Steam Deck and other handhelds running Windows and SteamOS.
The device was expected to share design elements with the Xbox aesthetic and would be a native project. Reports indicated that it would be developed in collaboration with third-party companies like Lenovo, ASUS, or MSI. Additionally, there were speculations that ASUS was leading the effort to bring the Xbox handheld device to fruition, with leaked regulatory images providing a sneak peek at the anticipated device.
Now, a new report has emerged, stating that Microsoft was genuinely working on a natively built...
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