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➀ The first GeForce RTX 5050 GPU, from MSI's Shadow 2X OC variant, is now available for preorder on Amazon with a release date of July 1, 2025.

➁ This release date is earlier than NVIDIA's original announcement of availability starting in the second half of July.

➂ The desktop version of GeForce RTX 5050 uses 8GB of GDDR6 memory, while the laptop version uses GDDR7, due to power efficiency considerations.

➀ The Switch 2 has been a big hit for Nintendo, with units flying off the shelves as quickly as retailers can stock them. Even tough critiques of the handheld’s screen hasn’t slowed demand.

➁ This guide will help you to secure a device at a range of participating retailers.

➂ The article mentions various retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and Dell as potential places to find the Nintendo Switch 2.

➀ Micron's new 2600 series NVMe SSDs offer TLC-like performance with QLC NAND cost efficiency;

➁ The key to this is the new Adaptive Write Technology (AWT), boosting write speeds up to 63% faster;

➂ The 2600 SSD uses 9th-generation QLC NAND and achieves up to 3.6 GB/s NAND I/O speeds.

➀ A few weeks ago, Christian 'Perifractic' Simpson, founder of the Retro Recipes YouTube channel, posted a video detailing plans to acquire Commodore.

➁ The team has signed a share purchase agreement and seemingly taken over Commodore, with a business plan and a team of Commodore enthusiasts including former execs and engineers.

➂ The team includes notable figures such as Bill Herd, Albert Charpentier, and Jeri Ellsworth, among others.

➀ LG Display宣布量产第四代27英寸OLED面板，在亮度、刷新率和响应时间方面达到新标准；

➁ 新面板采用 proprietary Primary RGB Tandem (PRT) 技术实现1500尼特的峰值亮度，并支持280Hz的刷新率；

➂ LG Display还成功开发出540Hz的OLED面板，刷新率高达720Hz，并具有0.03毫秒的响应时间。

➀ A bright fireball streaked across the daytime sky, astonishing onlookers and generating a sonic boom that rattled homes from Georgia to the Carolinas.

➁ Scientists believe a meteor, estimated to be three feet in diameter and weighing over a ton, punched through Earth's atmosphere at 30,000 miles per hour.

➂ The meteor's rapid descent produced a sonic boom, which many initially mistook for an earthquake.

➀ Cooler Master's NR200P V3 case is designed for small form factor PCs and supports NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, including the RTX 5090.

➁ It features CNC-machined aluminum panels, PCIe 5.0 support, and an anti-sag GPU support bracket.

➂ The case can accommodate GPUs up to 361.5mm in length and 160mm in height, and supports AIO coolers up to 280mm.

➀ The FTC has already distributed over $126 million in refunds to Fortnite players for unwanted purchases, which is about half of the agreed $245 million settlement with Epic Games.

➁ The FTC is extending the claim submission period to July 9, 2025.

➂ The settlement stems from the FTC's accusations against Epic Games for deceptive practices in billing.

➀ According to a known leaker, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 is being tested at a high 5GHz;

➁ The chip is expected to offer a 30% performance boost over its predecessor;

➂ It is manufactured with TSMC's 3-nm N3P process and could carry 32MB of L2 cache.

➀ Honda is recalling over 259,000 vehicles due to a brake pedal installation defect affecting models from 2021 to 2025, including the Acura TLX, Acura MDX, and Pilot.

➁ The issue is caused by a manufacturing defect where the brake pedal pivot pin is not staked, potentially leading to the pedal becoming loose and shifting out of position.

➂ Honda began investigating the issue in April 2024 and has now decided to recall 7,332 Acura TLX models, 67,448 Acura MDX vehicles, and 184,253 Pilot SUVs.

➀ Skullcandy推出首款采用专利多感官低音技术的无线游戏耳机Crusher PLYR 720；

➁ 该耳机为Skullcandy首款开放式耳机，采用双Crusher驱动器，提供更真实、广阔的音场；

➂ 多感官低音技术使低音效果更自然，玩家能提前感受到游戏中的动态。

➀ The Onn 256GB microSD Express card is back in stock at Walmart for $35.77;

➁ It is currently the cheapest 256GB microSD Express card available;

➂ The card is compatible with Switch 2 and offers up to 800MB/s read and 600MB/s write speeds.

➀ Noctua has released its new flagship NF-A12x25 G2 120mm fan, introducing several innovations for improved performance-to-noise efficiency.

➁ The G2 features a new motor design and blade geometry, including an optimized Progressive Bend impeller and a new Centrifugal Turbulator Hub.

➂ The fan is available in various versions, including PWM and ultra-quiet LS-PWM, and comes with a 6-year warranty.

➀ NVIDIA has yet to announce the launch date of the more affordable GeForce RTX 5050, but leaks suggest it will be released this summer.

➁ Multiple leaks indicate the launch date may be July 1, 2025, earlier than initially expected.

➂ There are conflicting reports about the VRAM, with some suggesting GDDR6 and others GDDR7.

➀ Samsung has started sending out invitations for its next Galaxy Unpacked event, focusing on AI-powered experiences and new hardware.

➁ The event is scheduled for July 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET, with a live stream available on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom, and Samsung's YouTube channel.

➂ Expectations include a new generation of foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold Ultra Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7, with rumored specifications such as an AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, and a 200-megapixel camera.

➀ The newly-commissioned Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile has released its first images, showcasing its impressive capabilities such as a vast field of view, speed, and ultra-high-resolution imaging.

➁ The images include a detailed view of the Trifid and Lagoon nebulae, and a wide-field view of the Virgo cluster with over a thousand galaxies.

➂ The observatory's 3.2-gigapixel camera, paired with an 8.4-meter primary mirror, captures images equivalent to 45 times the size of the full moon.

➀ ASUS has launched the 2025 ROG NUC with upgraded hardware, including Intel's Arrow Lake-HX processors and NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5080 GPU.

➁ The NUC features up to 24 cores, 40MB of L2 cache, and 36MB of L3 cache, along with various memory and storage options.

➂ The ROG NUC is designed for high-performance computing, suitable for gaming, video editing, and livestreaming.

➀ Microsoft's 'This is an Xbox' campaign promotes the idea that various hardware can access its Game Pass service.

➁ Meta confirmed in April 2024 that it was working with Microsoft to create a limited-edition Meta Quest inspired by Xbox.

➂ Leaked images suggest the upcoming Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition will cost $399 MSRP with 128GB of storage and include an Elite Strap, Xbox wireless controller, and three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

➀ The Switch 2 is Nintendo's fastest-selling console of all time and has outpaced every other console launch;

➁ Walmart will restock the Switch 2 on June 25, 2025, starting at 9:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. PT);

➂ Walmart+ subscribers will have an hour-long early access period before the general public;

➃ The restock will open to non-Walmart+ subscribers at 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT) on the same day;

➄ Walmart will sell the available inventory online, including various bundles and games.

➀ The Nintendo Switch 2 has been on sale for about two weeks, and this article reviews the impressions and reviews of the new portable console, comparing it with the original Switch and other game consoles.

➁ The Switch 2 has a larger screen and a larger body, and its display quality and performance are discussed, including the screen's brightness, image persistence, and compatibility issues.

➂ The article also covers the Switch 2's controls, input options, online play, battery life, performance, and backward compatibility, and compares it with other portable gaming PCs.

➀ The article highlights various deals on sporty earbuds, including discounts on Beats Powerbeats Pro, Powerbeats Pro 2, Anker Sport X20, and Shokz OpenRun Pro Premium.

➁ It mentions the features and benefits of each set of earbuds, such as Apple's H1 and H2 chips, active noise cancellation, and bone conduction technology.

➂ The article also notes the availability of different color options and battery life for each product.

➀ The human brain is a complex system responsible for various functions, requiring constant neuroplasticity to maintain optimal performance.

➁ A new study at MIT suggests that using ChatGPT for essay writing can lead to a significant decline in cognitive ability and weaken brain connectivity.

➂ The study divided participants into three groups: those using ChatGPT, those using search engines, and those writing from memory. The results showed that the group using ChatGPT had the weakest brain connectivity.

➀ Honda successfully launched and landed an experimental reusable rocket, achieving a first successful landing after a modest hop of 271.4 m (890 ft).

➁ Honda's ultimate goal is to reach suborbital launch capability by 2029.

➂ Meanwhile, SpaceX's tenth Starship flight test faced a setback due to a pressure tank failure, resulting in an explosion.

➀ Amazon's upcoming Prime Day event is scheduled for two and a half weeks from now, but you can already find a great deal on the 2024 Mac Mini;

➁ The latest version of Apple's compact system is now priced at $469 on Amazon, marking a 22% discount and the lowest price ever;

➂ The M4 silicon inside features a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine, along with 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB SSD.

➀ AMD continues to expand its lineup of gaming processors with 3D V-Cache;

➁ Ryzen 5 9600X3D is referenced in Radeon driver notes;

➂ Possible specifications based on Ryzen 5 9600X;

➃ Comparison with Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Ryzen 7 9800X3D;

➄ Pricing and release details awaited.

➀ Intel showcased its next-gen 18A manufacturing node at the VLSI Symposium, highlighting significant performance and efficiency gains for mobile chips with Panther Lake;

➁ The 18A node introduces RibbonFET and PowerVia, promising up to 25% higher clocks or 38% lower power compared to Intel 3;

➂ Panther Lake is set to be the first product to use 18A in volume, aiming to reclaim leadership in client CPUs.

➀ Texas Instruments has committed to investing over $60 billion to expand its U.S. manufacturing capacity, marking the largest-ever investment in foundational semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. history.

➁ The investment will support over 60,000 jobs at new manufacturing sites in Texas and Utah.

➂ Texas Instruments plans to build seven large-scale fabs, including two new facilities in Texas, with the first new fab, SM1, scheduled to begin production this year.

➀ NASA为2027年的阿波罗三号任务做准备，工程师和宇航员在阿拉巴马州亨茨维尔的马歇尔太空飞行中心的平地设施中模拟月球南极的极端光照条件；

➁ 月球南极是一个视觉复杂的环境，太阳始终处于低角度，导致表面大部分地区陷入深深的阴影，而照亮区域则可能非常明亮；

➂ 工程师使用12千瓦和6千瓦的强光与人类着陆器、月球表面和岩石的低保真模拟相结合，以研究阴影如何影响着陆器的视觉检查和评估工作。

➀ AMD will power Microsoft's first-party gaming systems for the foreseeable future;

➁ The partnership involves co-engineering silicon across a portfolio of devices, including next-generation Xbox consoles;

➂ Speculations about Microsoft launching another console and a potential handheld gaming device;

➃ AMD aims to advance the state of art in gaming silicon with AI-enhanced graphics and gameplay experiences.

➀ Security researchers have revealed a serious vulnerability in ASUS Armoury Crate software;

➁ The flaw allows hackers to gain admin access to computers;

➂ The vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-3464 and affects the As103.sys functionality of the software.