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ASUS partners with Hideo Kojima for a limited special ROG Flow Z13 version
Jan 10, 2026, 5:00 AM
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Asus ROG introduced the new limited-edition ROG Flow Z13-KJP gaming tablet in partnership with Kojima Productions.
At CES 2026, ASUS grabbed attention by unveiling a special edition of the ROG Flow Z13 laptop called the ROG Flow Z13-KJP. This product stems from a collaboration between the Republic of Gamers brand and Kojima Productions, the studio led by renowned game developer Hideo Kojima. The design of the device draws direct inspiration from the hit game Death Stranding and the studio's mascot, Ludens.
Yoji Shinkawa, the art director and mechanical designer behind the Death Stranding series, crafted the...
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ASUS introduces ROG Kithara, a new high-fidelity planar magnetic headset
Jan 8, 2026, 8:00 AM
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In a move aimed at audiophiles, Asus has unveiled the ROG Kithara, a new headset utilizing HIFIMAN’s planar magnetic technology.
ASUS has officially unveiled the ROG Kithara, its inaugural gaming headset featuring planar magnetic drivers. This headset is part of the Republic of Gamers series and was developed in collaboration with HIFIMAN, a brand recognized for its premium planar magnetic headphones.
The ROG Kithara incorporates bespoke 100mm planar magnetic drivers specifically engineered for ROG. Unlike traditional dynamic drivers, planar magnetic drivers provide uniform movement across the entire surface, helping to minimize distortion. ASUS states that the headset offers an extensive...
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AMD boosts its top gaming CPU again with the newly revealed Ryzen 7 9850X3D
Jan 7, 2026, 6:00 AM
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At CES 2026, AMD unveiled the Ryzen 7 9850X3D, which features a boosted 5.6 GHz clock speed and 3D V-Cache for top-tier gaming.
AMD at CES 2026 just officially unveiled its new processor, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D. This is a "minor but worthwhile" upgrade for gamers looking to squeeze a few more FPS from AMD's eight-core Zen 5 CPU.
The new AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D further extends the already superior advantage of the 9800X3D by pushing the Zen 5 boost clock up to 5.6 GHz, while maintaining 96MB of 3D V-Cache and a 120W TDP. As a result, this chip delivers a noticeable FPS...
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MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 debuts as MSI’s latest 360Hz RGB gaming monitor
Jan 6, 2026, 4:30 AM
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This is a 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor with a 21:9 UWQHD resolution, featuring a 360Hz QD-OLED panel and an RGB stripe pixel layout for improved clarity.
MSI is elevating its OLED monitor technology at CES 2026 with the introduction of the MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36, which promises to offer deeper blacks and clearer text through its "5th gen QD-OLED" technology and "DarkArmor" film.
Thanks to OLED Care 3.0 and the latest QD-OLED panels, MSI is providing a generous 3-year warranty against burn-in for this monitor. Its AI Care Sensor feature allows the display to shut off when idle and reactivate when a user approaches. Moreover, functions like...
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ASUS debuts world’s first 240Hz Micro-OLED virtual display in ROG XREAL R1
Jan 6, 2026, 4:00 AM
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In a new partnership with XREAL, Asus has debuted a pair of AR gaming glasses that project a massive 171-inch virtual display.
Launching at CES 2026, ASUS officially unveiled the ROG XREAL R1 AR, an augmented reality (AR) headset for gamers, developed in partnership with XREAL. Instead of a traditional large-format gaming monitor, ASUS opted for a different approach: bringing the "Big Format Gaming Display" experience to a wearable device.
The ROG XREAL R1 is the world's first gaming headset to use a 240Hz Micro-OLED panel with Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080). According to ASUS, the device can create a virtual screen...
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MSI reveals MEG X ultra-wide QD-OLED gaming monitor teaser for CES 2026
Jan 4, 2026, 5:00 AM
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According to a new tweet, MSI will unveil its latest high-end display, the MEG X, at CES 2026.
MSI has unveiled a teaser video showcasing its forthcoming MEG X gaming monitor in anticipation of the CES 2026 event. This ultra-wide screen belongs to MSI’s MEG series, which is typically dedicated to top-tier enthusiast products. The company has recently launched two OLED monitors featuring its 5th-generation Tandem OLED panel, with the MEG X being the first gaming monitor in the MEG series.
The teaser video depicts the MEG X as an ultra-wide monitor, with speculation...
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Asus embraces second-screen laptops again with ROG Duo launches at CES 2026
Jan 3, 2026, 4:00 AM
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On January 5, Asus will officially pull back the curtain on its latest dual-screen ROG gaming laptop at CES 2026.
It seems that ASUS is broadening its Duo product line at CES 2025, introducing it to the ROG category for the very first time. That’s right, a gaming-focused ASUS Duo device is on the way, and we should see it unveiled this month.
According to the teaser provided, ASUS is set to introduce a dual-screen device that can function in various orientations. This device can operate as a typical laptop, a single-screen tablet, or a dual-screen desktop/workstation....
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MSI teases new world-first protection technology for modern power supplies
Jan 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
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MSI is teasing a "world-first" power supply technology that provides proactive and immediate protection for your hardware.
MSI has begun to hint at its upcoming MPG Ai1300TS PCIE5 and MPG Ai1600 PCIE5 power supplies in anticipation of CES 2026. The company specifically mentions addressing “invisible problems” associated with PSUs, claiming it will “eliminate them.” MSI is introducing new technology to its power supply offerings.
MSI asserts that it features a “world-first proactive and instant protection” mechanism for its latest PSUs. The company plans to unveil more details on this new technology at CES 2026...
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ASUS previews refreshed NEO AM5 motherboards before CES 2026 reveal
Dec 30, 2025, 5:00 AM
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Asus has unveiled an 18-second teaser for its upcoming "Neo" motherboards, designed to challenge the market's top-tier boards.
ASUS has started revealing hints about a new line of “NEO” motherboards in anticipation of CES 2026. The teaser suggests that ASUS intends to adopt its NEO branding for upcoming ROG, TUF Gaming, and ProArt motherboard models. Additionally, the teaser highlights AMD’s AM5 socket, indicating that all these motherboards will be based on AMD's 800-series designs.
It's nearing that thrilling moment in the hardware industry again, as companies prepare to showcase their latest developments at CES 2026....
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Asus teases ROG G1000 gaming desktop with AniMe Matrix ahead of CES 2026
Dec 26, 2025, 11:30 AM
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The ROG G1000 will be officially introduced by Asus on January 5 as part of its live CES 2026 event
Asus has announced its intention to unveil a new gaming tower at CES 2026 in Las Vegas next month. In the meantime, it has hinted that the ROG G1000 will feature the next evolution of the AniMe Matrix from previous ROG Zephyrus laptops. On January 5th, PC gamers can expect to see the latest ROG PC case from ASUS, which the company claims is “spinning at the heart” of it.
The teaser presents an X-ray-style image revealing what looks like an...
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AMD reveals fresh details about its upcoming next-generation Zen 6 CPUs
Dec 23, 2025, 9:30 AM
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AMD has quietly released what seems to be the first official technical documentation for its next-generation Zen 6 CPU architecture.
Last week, AMD published a document titled "Performance Monitor Counters for AMD Family 1Ah Model 50h-57h Processors," which was uncovered by InstLatX64, shedding light on various architectural aspects of AMD's Zen 6-based processors, including the EPYC 'Venice' chip intended for data centers, via performance monitoring interfaces. It appears that Zen 6 represents not just an evolution of Zen 5 but a completely new design with a distinct philosophy.
For some time, AMD has been discussing its Zen...
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Steam Deck LCD is being retired as Valve winds down production permanently
Dec 22, 2025, 8:00 AM
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Valve is retiring the Steam Deck LCD for good, with production ending on the last available model.
Valve has announced that it has halted production of its Steam Deck LCD version, which is the least expensive option of the company's widely-acclaimed handheld gaming PC. This indicates that once the device is out of stock, it will no longer be purchasable via Steam.
Moving forward, Valve plans to keep supporting both its Steam Deck LCD and OLED versions. The OLED model will remain in production and will be the only variant of the handheld available...
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