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July 29
- Sony Details FlexStrike, PlayStation's First Fight Stick For Epic Battles On PS5 And PC
➀ Sony has announced the FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick, a new addition to its PS5 and PC compatible peripherals.
➁ The FlexStrike will offer both wired and wireless connectivity options, with Sony utilizing PlayStation Link for ultra low-latency wireless play.
➂ The fight stick features mechanical buttons, swappable restrictor plates, and a layout similar to the DualSense controller, with a touchpad included.
- Sony Lawsuit Slams Tencent's New Game As A 'Slavish Clone' Of Horizon
➀ Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent, accusing its upcoming game 'Light of Motiram' of being a 'slavish clone' of the popular 'Horizon' series.
➁ The lawsuit claims that nearly all aspects of the game, including story, gameplay themes, cultural elements, art style, landscapes, and more, are identical to those in 'Horizon'.
➂ Sony also mentions that Tencent had approached them to develop a 'Horizon' game for Sony, which Sony had already been working on since 2023, but Sony declined the partnership.
- When NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 Super Refresh Is Rumored To Launch
➀ Persistent rumors suggest NVIDIA is preparing to launch several GeForce RTX 50 Super models;
➁ The latest rumors indicate a release around the upcoming holiday season;
➂ This would be the first time for a Super refresh to arrive less than a year after the initial series launch.
- Back-To-School Gaming Laptop Deals Bring RTX Firepower For Up To $800 Off
➀ The article discusses various gaming laptop deals available for back-to-school shopping, highlighting significant discounts on laptops with GeForce RTX hardware.
➁ It mentions a specific deal on MSI's Stealth 18 AI for $2,499.99 at Best Buy, saving $800.
➂ The article also features the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 OLED with OLED display and GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, now priced at $1,349.99 at Best Buy, saving $450.
July 28
- Samsung Scores Massive $16.5 Billion AI Chip Deal With Elon Musk's Tesla
➀ Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla has signed a $16.5 billion AI chip deal with Samsung;
➁ The deal involves Samsung's new Texas fab site supplying AI6 chips for Tesla's electric vehicles;
➂ The agreement is a strategic win for Samsung, as it will be dedicated to making Tesla's next-generation AI6 chips.
- Frigidaire Retro Mini Fridge Recall: $700K In Property Damage From Fire Hazard
➀ Curtis International is working with the CPSC on a recall of Frigidaire mini fridges due to a fire risk;
➁ The recall affects retro-themed mini fridges with potential faulty internal electrical components;
➂ There have been reports of smoking, sparking, burning, and fires associated with the affected models.
July 27
- Shopping For Back To School Laptops? Here Are 8 Shortlist Machines
➀ The 13.6-inch Apple MacBook Air is on sale for $799 at Amazon, 20% below MSRP.
➁ The 15.3-inch MacBook Air is also available for $999 at Amazon, marking an all-time low price.
➂ The Alienware Aurora 16 (AC16250) is on sale for $1,335.49 at Amazon, with a 5% discount.
- Watch AMD's 96-Core Threadripper Pro 9995WX Get Overclocked With A BMW M4 Radiator
➀ Geekerwan的最新视频展示了AMD的新款Threadripper Pro 9995WX，这是一款96核、192线程的Zen 5工作站芯片，售价高达10万元人民币（约13800美元）。
➁ 在Cinebench测试中，9995WX表现出色，在3.3-3.5 GHz全核频率下，多核得分为近130,000分，几乎是消费级Ryzen 9 9950X的三倍。
➂ 通过手动超频，Geekerwan使用宝马M4的600×350mm中冷器散热器和两台30cm丰田高地王风扇，使CPU在所有96个核心上以惊人的4.89 GHz运行。
- OpenAI Is Readying Its GPT-5 But It May Not Be The Breakthrough Some Are Expecting
➀ OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently confirmed that GPT-5 will launch in early August.
➁ GPT-5 will come in three versions: Nano, main, and mini, with access primarily through OpenAI's API or ChatGPT.
➂ GPT-5 will integrate multi-step reasoning, but may not perform as expected in all situations and could be slower for complex questions.
July 23
- Here's How To Get A Free Chevrolet ZR1 Skin In Fortnite's Summer Road Trip
➀ The Fortnite community is excited for the upcoming addition of the Fantastic 4 to the available skins roster. In the meantime, players can get a Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 for free as part of the Summer Road Trip event.
➁ Players need to complete in-game quests to obtain the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. Epic has various quests associated with this reward, including earning XP by playing within creator-made experiences and those marked as 'By Epic'.
➂ The quests are not too challenging, but some require playing in a party with friends. There are also other rewards available, such as a Red Hot Chili Peppers' 'The Zephyr Song' Jam Track, the Sunset Vibes Wrap, The Quack Axe Pickaxe, and summer-themed sprays.
- Ransomware Gang Destroys A 158-Year-Old Company And A Weak Password Is To Blame
➀ An estimated $1 billion was extorted by ransomware gangs last year, and projections suggest they could generate $265 billion annually within six years.
➁ A ransomware attack on a 158-year-old transport company, KNP, resulted in over 700 job losses due to a weak password being exploited.
➂ The Akira gang, known for sophisticated encryption techniques, attacked KNP but did not specify a ransom amount.
July 22
- Corsair Unveils External Elgato Game Capture 4K S To Level Up Your Streams
➀ Elgato, a subsidiary of Corsair, has launched the Game Capture 4K S, a 4K60 video capture console targeting the mass market.
➁ The device offers true 4K 60 fps recording with zero-latency passthrough and ultra-low preview delay.
➂ It supports high frame rates up to 1440p120 or 1080p 240 and is compatible with Windows, macOS, and iPadOS.
- HP Envy Desktop With An RTX 4060 Is $350 Off And More Gaming PC Deals
➀ The HP Envy desktop is on sale for $1,079.99 at Best Buy, saving $350. It includes an Intel Core 7 14700F processor, 32GB of DDR4-3200 memory, and a 1TB SSD.
➁ The Alienware Aurora desktop is on sale for $1,499.99 at Best Buy, saving $300. It features a GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics card, an Intel Core Ultra 265F processor, and 32GB of DDR5-5200 RAM.
➂ Additional deals include various gaming desktops from MSI, Corsair, HP, and iBuyPower, with savings up to $800.
- ASUS Crams NVIDIA's GB300 Blackwell Ultra Superchip Into A Desktop PC
➀ ASUS has launched the ExpertCenter Pro ET900N G3, a high-performance computing desktop featuring the NVIDIA GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra superchip.
➁ The system boasts up to 784GB of unified cache-coherent memory, ideal for handling large AI models and datasets.
➂ The ET900N G3 is designed to deliver 20 PetaFLOPS of FP4 precision compute, making it suitable for tasks like LLM training and complex simulations.
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Preorder Deal: $300 Gift Card & A Free Upgrade
➀ Amazon和三星都在Galaxy Z Fold7、Galaxy Z Flip7和Galaxy Z Flip7 FE上提供优惠，这些手机两周前宣布，现在可以预订。
➁ 在每种情况下，你都可以获得一个商店礼品卡，并且无需额外费用即可获得双倍存储空间。
➂ 预订期即将结束，你必须迅速行动。
- Kioxia LC9 Is The World's First 245TB SSD For Insatiable AI Storage Demands
➀ Kioxia has announced the expansion of its LC9 series with the industry's first 245.76TB NVMe SSD available in both 2.5-inch and E3.L designs.
➁ The new SSD is designed for generative AI storage needs, requiring large capacity, high speed, and exceptional power efficiency.
➂ The LC9 features a PCI Express 5.0 x4 interface and a 32-die stack of 2 terabit (Tb) BiCS Flash quad-level cell (QLC) 3D flash memory, offering up to 12,000MB/s of sequential read performance and 3,000MB/s for sequential writes.
July 21
- GTA 6 Is Reportedly Targeting 60 FPS But Maybe Only On This Game Console
➀ GTA 6 is reportedly targeting 60 FPS on a specific console;
➁ The console in question is the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro;
➂ PS engineers are assisting with the optimization due to new tech implementation.
- AMD's Flagship RDNA 5 GPU Rumored For A Big Specs Overhaul To Challenge NVIDIA
➀ AMD has not truly challenged NVIDIA at the top end of the GPU market for a long time;
➁ The next-generation flagship graphics card based on the upcoming RDNA 5 GPU architecture is rumored to have the specs to be considered an ultra-enthusiast part;
➂ The rumored specifications include 96 compute units and a 384-bit memory bus, potentially offering a significant performance boost over the current flagship, the Radeon RX 9070 XT.
- Microsoft Shuts Down Movies & TV Store, What It Means For Your Purchases
Microsoft has ceased allowing users to purchase or rent movies and TV shows through its app on Windows PC systems and Xbox consoles. This decision follows the discontinuation of music sales through its Groove Music service in 2017. Users can still access their purchased content on Xbox or Windows devices, but there are restrictions on moving content to other services and no refunds are offered.
- Big Battlefield 6 Leak Suggests EA's Reveal Is Coming Soon
➀ EA is hoping to revitalize its long-running Battlefield franchise after the failure of Battlefield 2042. The publisher is using Battlefield Labs to gather feedback from gamers, which may have paid off as the company is ready to unveil the next game soon.
➁ Doom49 received a package from the Battlefield development team, hinting at an upcoming announcement. The community is concerned about the game's readiness, with some worried that it might not be fully developed.
➂ EA has high expectations for the next Battlefield game, aiming for success similar to Call of Duty: Warzone. The success of the game depends on its readiness before entering a crowded market.
July 20
- Timely Deals: Galaxy Watch 39% Off Plus Big Savings On Apple Watch, Garmin & More
➀ Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (44mm) on sale for $199.99 at Amazon (save 39%);
➁ Samsung Galaxy Watch7 (40mm) on sale for $159.99 at Amazon (save 47%);
➂ Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm) on sale for $299 at Amazon (save 25%);
➃ Additional deals on Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm), Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, Huawei Watch Fit4 Pro, Garmin Epix Pro Sapphire Edition, and Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness.
- Intel Readies Big Battlemage Onslaught With New GPUs Spotted In Runtime Code
➀ Intel's Arc B-series GPUs have been well-received for their entry-level value and 1440p performance;
➁ The BMG-G31 GPU was rumored to be canceled but continues to appear in leaks;
➂ Intel is adding support for BMG-G31 in its Compute Runtime, suggesting the 'Big Battlemage' GPU is still in development;
➃ The new GPU could be a gaming-focused Arc GPU, a productivity-prioritized Arc Pro GPU, or both, with four different device IDs;
➄ The timing and pricing of the new GPU are yet to be announced.
July 19
- Apple AirPods 4 Earbuds Are Back On Sale For Under $90
➀ Amazon再次降价销售Apple AirPods 4，现价89.99美元，比原价低30%；
➁ AirPods 4配备了与AirPods Pro 2相同的H2芯片，但无主动降噪功能；
➂ 另一款推荐耳机为OnePlus Buds 4，售价99美元，支持LHDC 5.0和3D音频。
- Gorgeous ASUS 32” 6K ProArt Display Just Unveiled For August Launch
➀ ASUS has unveiled its 32-inch ProArt Display PA32QCV, a 6K resolution monitor with IPS technology.
➁ The display offers Delta E<2 color accuracy and 98% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space, targeting professional content creators and photographers.
➂ It features high pixel density, HDR10 support, and various connectivity options, including Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C.
- You Can Score Zotac’s Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 Solo For Just $300 Right Now
➀ Zotac Gaming's GeForce RTX 5060 Solo is available for $299.99 at Amazon, making it the cheapest GeForce RTX 5060 on the market.
➁ The card offers an affordable entry into NVIDIA's Blackwell architecture with features like DLSS 4, RTX Neural Rendering, and more.
➂ While 8GB of VRAM may limit future performance, the GeForce RTX 5060 should be sufficient for 1080p and some 1440p gaming.
- Lenovo Dominates PC Shipments As Market Sees Biggest Growth In 3 Years
➀ Lenovo once again topped the PC market share, increasing its lead over HP by a few percentage points;
➁ The global PC shipment market rose 8.4% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2025;
➂ Factors contributing to the growth include the pending retirement of Windows 10, early adoption of AI-capable PCs, and increased commercial sales.
July 18
- AMD Confirms Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX Pricing, 96 Cores For $11,699
➀ AMD has revealed the official pricing for its Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX processors, with the top-tier model, the Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX, priced at $11,699, equating to approximately $121.86 per core.
➁ The Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX is a powerful Zen 5 chip with 96 cores and 192 threads, running at 2.5GHz to 5.4GHz, and featuring a total cache of 480MB.
➂ AMD claims a 26% performance improvement over the previous flagship, the Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7995WX, and better AI performance compared to Intel's Xeon W9-3595X processor.
July 17
- GameStop’s Switch 2-Killing Stapler Slays At Auction Fetching $250,000
➀ A black stapler, notorious for damaging some Switch 2 consoles at a New York GameStop location, sold for $250,000 on eBay.
➁ The stapler was used to staple purchase receipts to the retail packaging, causing damage to the console's display.
➂ GameStop auctioned off the stapler to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, raising $250,000.
July 16
- 8BitDo Pro 3 Controller With Swappable Buttons & Switch 2 Support Is Up For Preorder
➀ The 8BitDo Pro 3 is a new flagship wireless controller released by 8BitDo, following the launch of Nintendo's Switch 2. It supports various platforms including the original Switch, iOS, Android, Windows PCs, and SteamOS.
➁ The Pro 3 features swappable A-B-X-Y buttons, Hall Effect triggers, TMR joysticks, and a Turbo function, offering a range of upgrades over its predecessor.
➂ The controller is priced at $69.99 and is available for preorder on Amazon.
- Razer Unleashes Core X V2 eGPU With Thunderbolt 5 To Level Up Laptop Gaming
➀ Razer has launched the Core X V2 eGPU, a next-generation external GPU with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, aiming to provide desktop-class graphics performance for laptops.
➁ The Core X V2 is designed for flexibility and raw graphics power, allowing users to upgrade their ultra-portable laptops into high-performance gaming and content creation setups.
➂ The device supports a wide range of NVIDIA GeForce and AMD Radeon graphics cards, and is compatible with Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, and some USB4 devices.