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September 26
- Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X available for pre-order worldwide – U.S. pricing starts at $599 and $999 respectively
➀ Asus and Microsoft launch ROG Xbox Ally ($599) and Ally X ($999) with pre-orders available globally, featuring AMD Ryzen Z2 series chips;
➁ Ally X boasts Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme CPU, 24GB memory, 1TB SSD, and 80Wh battery, while the standard Ally includes Ryzen Z2 A chip and 512GB SSD;
➂ Pre-order bonuses include accessories sweepstakes, with international pricing from €599 to $1,799 AUD and regional exclusivity on Best Buy for Ally X.
- YouTuber's homebrew aim-assist exoskeleton grabs them second place in global Aimlabs leader board — 63% aim boost from AI-powered project
➀ YouTuber Nick Zetta built a wearable AI-powered exoskeleton using an NVIDIA Jetson system, servos, and cameras to physically adjust arm movement for improved aim in FPS games.
➁ After optimizing latency (17ms) and motor strength, his Aimlabs score increased by 63%, securing second place globally. The device bypasses software-based anti-cheat detection by manipulating real-world inputs.
➂ While ethically controversial, the project highlights hybrid human-AI control challenges and potential real-world applications beyond gaming.
- Intel officially becomes a contract custom chip designer, Nvidia among lead customers — company veteran Srini Iyengar to spearhead new Central Engineering Group
➀ Intel appoints Srini Iyengar to lead its Central Engineering Group, marking a strategic shift toward becoming a contract custom chip designer;
➁ The company secures a multi-year deal to develop custom Xeon CPUs for NVIDIA's AI platforms, a critical milestone in its foundry ambitions;
➂ The semiconductor industry faces rising demand for bespoke chips across AI, automotive, and hyperscaler markets, with Intel positioning itself through IP integration and advanced packaging tech.
- Bots targeting the r/GamingLaptop's subreddit with blatant MSI advertising in posts — mods allege marketing bots are flooding the forums with MSI-promoting posts
➀ The r/GamingLaptops subreddit has faced months of spam from bots and paid actors promoting MSI products with repetitive, generic comments.
➀ Moderators suspect coordinated campaigns originating from accounts in lower-income countries, posting multiple times hourly.
➂ The community urges users to report suspicious activity and enforce transparency on brand affiliations, threatening bans for undisclosed promotions.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 review: a necessary update, not an exciting one
➀ The RTX 5050 offers a 44% performance boost over the RTX 3050 but is criticized for its $249 price tag and 8GB VRAM limitations;
➁ Despite Blackwell architecture upgrades, 8GB VRAM restricts the use of advanced features like Multi-Frame Generation (MFG) in demanding games even at 1080p;
➂ The card retains GDDR6 memory and 130W power consumption, lacking efficiency improvements seen in higher-end Blackwell GPUs.
September 25
- Sony unveils first-ever wireless desktop speakers for PC gamers with planar magnetic drivers — sleek design features microphone and battery, also work with Mac and PS5
➀ Sony unveiled its first wireless desktop speakers 'Pulse Elevate' for gamers, featuring planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link connectivity for lossless audio.
➁ The speakers offer AI noise-canceling mic, portable battery design, and compatibility with PS5, PC, Mac, and smartphones via Bluetooth.
➂ Scheduled for 2026 release in black/white, pricing remains undisclosed amid a competitive PC audio market.
- Intel taps Apple for potential investment, says report — companies said to be discussing ways to work together more closely
➀ Intel is in early talks with Apple for a potential investment and collaboration, following recent funding from NVIDIA, SoftBank, and U.S. CHIPS Act equity conversion.
➁ Apple transitioned from Intel CPUs to its own Arm-based chips in 2020 but still uses Intel-related technologies like Thunderbolt and PCIe.
➂ A partnership could boost Intel's public image and align with Apple's $600B U.S. investment pledge, though negotiations remain uncertain.
September 23
- OpenAI makes flurry of deals in drive towards for-profit model — AI giant teams up with Nvidia, Luxshare, Apple, and more
➀ OpenAI partners with NVIDIA in a $100 billion deal to acquire next-gen Rubin GPUs for AI data centers, aiming to deploy 10GW computing power by 2026;
➁ Collaborates with Luxshare (Apple supplier) to develop ChatGPT-powered smart devices, signaling a hardware pivot alongside Jony Ive's design expertise;
➂ Pursues IPO to boost valuation amid concerns of an AI bubble, with $500B projected valuation despite $5B 2024 losses.
- Nvidia promises its $100 billion OpenAI deal won't impact GPU supply — 'we will continue to make every customer a top priority'
➀ NVIDIA pledges uninterrupted GPU supply despite $100B OpenAI investment, vowing to prioritize all customers equally.
➁ Major tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google are developing proprietary AI hardware to reduce dependence on NVIDIA.
➂ Chinese firms accelerate efforts to create alternatives amid U.S. trade restrictions, signaling intensified semiconductor competition.
- World's fastest gaming CPU, AMD's 9800X3D, hits an all-time low price of $429 at Amazon — Newegg offers competing bundles with motherboards, RAM, and coolers
➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, labeled as the 'world's fastest gaming CPU,' hits an all-time low price of $429 at Amazon.
➁ Newegg offers bundled deals combining the 9800X3D with motherboards, DDR5 RAM, and air coolers, targeting both upgrade-focused users and full-system builders.
➂ The processor's 3D V-Cache technology delivers an 8% performance boost over its predecessor, dominating Intel in gaming benchmarks while maintaining moderate cooling requirements.
- Lenovo cancels some Legion Go 2 pre-orders, delays others due to massive demand — says it can't ship handheld consoles 'in a timely manner'
➀ Lenovo canceled some Legion Go 2 pre-orders and delayed others due to overwhelming demand, citing inability to ship "in a timely manner";
➁ Affected customers received 10% discount coupons, but shipments for remaining orders were pushed to November 2025;
➂ The handheld faces competition from Asus ROG Ally 2 and MSI's Claw 8, while recalling past shortages like PS5 and GPU crisis.
September 22
- $37 billion 'Stargate of China' project takes shape — country is converting farmland into data centers to centralize AI compute power
➀ China is constructing a $37 billion centralized AI compute network, converting 760-acre farmland in Wuhu into data hubs for Huawei and telecom giants to bridge the gap with US AI dominance;
➁ The initiative combines UB-Mesh networking, redistribution of idle GPU resources, and subsidies for domestic AI chips amid US export restrictions;
➂ Strategic data clusters near major cities aim to boost inference speeds, while remote centers focus on LLM training, reflecting China's dual urban-rural AI scaling strategy.
- Rare wooden-cased Apple-1 computer blasts past auctioneer estimate — sells for almost half a million dollars
➀ A rare wooden-cased Apple-1 computer sold for $475,000 at auction, exceeding the pre-sale estimate by nearly 60%;
➁ The device, one of only nine surviving units, was owned by June Blodgett Moore and demonstrated functional capabilities in a pre-auction video;
➂ A Steve Jobs-signed check from 1976 also fetched $46,250, nearly doubling its estimated price, underscoring the high demand for Apple-related memorabilia.
- The future of DRAM: From DDR5 advancements to future ICs
➀ DDR5技术持续升级，预计2025年将突破10,000 MT/s，并支持32 Gb高容量芯片；
➁ 三星、SK海力士、美光竞逐1γ/1c制程技术，DDR6延迟至2029年后发布；
➂ MRDIMM和CUDIMM新技术为数据中心和消费级平台提供更高带宽与稳定性。
- Why packaging is a huge part of Nvidia's $5B Intel deal — Foveros could speed up market delivery
➀ NVIDIA invests $5B in Intel to leverage its advanced Foveros 3D packaging and EMIB bridge technology for next-gen AI SoCs;
➁ Intel's stacking solutions enable hybrid chiplet designs, boosting interconnect bandwidth by 3-10x compared to planar layouts;
➂ The partnership grants NVIDIA domestic US packaging capacity, reducing reliance on TSMC while accelerating time-to-market for complex AI systems.
September 21
- DreamScene is (spiritually) back in Windows 11, letting you use videos as your desktop background — Latest Insider build finally returns coveted feature
➀ Windows 11 Insider builds reintroduce native video wallpaper support via DreamScene revival;
➁ Users can enable MP4, MKV, AVI, and other formats as dynamic desktops through experimental feature activation;
➂ Current implementation is limited to desktop only, with no lockscreen support or confirmed public release timeline.
- Hackers attack Europe’s automatic flight check-in systems — flight delayed and cancelled after Collins cyberattack
➀ A cyberattack on Collins Aerospace's cMUSE platform disrupted automated check-in systems across major European airports, forcing manual processing;
➁ Airports like Heathrow and Brussels faced significant flight cancellations and delays, with critical infrastructure vulnerabilities exposed;
➂ The incident highlights the urgency of implementing EU's NIS2 cybersecurity directives for aviation IT suppliers.
- Repair wizard converts an RTX 4080 into 4080 Super using BGA magic — Donor board gets intense surgery for a reball upgrade like never before
➀ Tony from Northwest Repair transformed an RTX 4080 into a 4080 Super by transplanting its core and VRAM onto a donor board, despite severe PCB warping from improper core removal processes;
➁ The repair faced multiple setbacks, including uneven solder balls, disconnected data lines, and repeated reballing attempts, requiring thermal adjustments and weights to counter warping;
➂ After over a dozen trials and meticulous alignment fixes, the card finally booted, showcasing exceptional technical skill and perseverance in high-stakes GPU repairs.
- Iconic 80s Vectrex console reimagined for the modern day with OLED display, microSD, and wireless controllers — half-size Vectrex Mini could cost as little as $99 for early birds
➀ The Vectrex Mini revives the 1980s vector-graphics console with modern upgrades like a 5-inch AMOLED screen and wireless controllers;
➁ The compact design retains retro aesthetics while adding HDMI and MicroSD support, priced at €150 with early bird options starting from $99;
➂ Developed by Neo Retro under license, it aims to bridge vintage gaming culture with contemporary hardware trends.
September 20
- MSI’s 27-inch 240 Hz OLED QHD gaming monitor drops to its lowest price of $499
➀ MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2电竞显示器首次跌破500美元大关，叠加优惠码后仅需499美元；
➁ 配备第三代QD-OLED屏，支持240Hz刷新率/0.03ms响应，通过VESA双重认证；
➂ 创新石墨烯散热+三年烧屏保修，OLED Care 2.0技术有效防护屏幕老化
- Asus TUF Gaming F16 review: Strong gaming performance offset by skimpy SSD, short battery life
➀ The Asus TUF Gaming F16 delivers impressive 1200p gaming performance with its 115W RTX 5050 GPU, rivaling lower-TDP RTX 5060 laptops;
➁ Its 16-inch 165Hz display and robust speakers excel, but the 512GB SSD and 16GB RAM feel inadequate for modern gaming needs;
➂ Battery life (under 7 hours) lags behind competitors, while slow storage speeds and upgrade costs detract from its $1,199 value proposition.
- Repairer brands customer’s gaming PC a ‘monstrosity’ — skin lacerating cable management technique provokes horror
① A PC repair shop received a modded gaming PC with hazardous cable management, including a violently torn PSU shroud and exposed sharp metal edges.
② The owner's modification baffled experts, with speculation about a short GPU cable causing the destructive routing. The system's original high-end brand contrast sharply with its current state.
③ Reddit users criticized the DIY approach, noting risks of electrical shorts and questioning the use of outdated components like a 256GB SATA drive.
- Ukraine reveals jammer-resistant Kamikaze strike drones — 31-mile range ordinance promises ’a new level of enemy destruction far behind the front lines’
➀ Ukraine's Brave1 platform has developed a kamikaze drone with a 50km range and electronic warfare (EW) resistance, aiming for mass battlefield deployment.
➀Details of the EW-resistant technology remain classified, but prior projects by Brave1 (e.g., Himera Tech radios) suggest expertise in countering jamming.
➂ The Brave1 initiative consolidates defense innovation, streamlining R&D and production to counter Russia's military advances.
September 19
- Nvidia drops a cool $900 million on Enfabrica tech and hiring its CEO, report claims — AI networking chip company boasts capacity to connect 100,000 GPUs together
① NVIDIA reportedly invested $902 million to acquire Enfabrica's CEO and team, securing licensing rights to its AI networking technology;
② Enfabrica's breakthrough allows interconnection of over 100,000 GPUs, addressing critical scalability needs for NVIDIA's global AI infrastructure expansion;
③ The move aligns with Silicon Valley's AI talent wars, following Meta and Google's aggressive recruitment strategies in the semiconductor sector.
- Here's how I installed Windows 11 using a nano-sized 2.4GB ISO — final install weighed in at a mere 8.36GB, two-thirds the size of a normal Windows install, courtesy of Nano11 Builder
❶ A developer successfully shrunk Windows 11 to 8.36GB using Nano11 Builder, reducing installation size by 66% compared to standard builds;
❷ The installation faced multiple crashes but was resolved through community support and legacy setup methods;
❸ The ultra-compact OS could serve specialized purposes like retro gaming rigs but requires manual app installation and lacks internet connectivity.
- Huawei unveils Atlas 950 SuperCluster — promises 1 ZettaFLOPS FP4 performance and features hundreds of thousands of 950DT APUs
➀ Huawei introduces Atlas 950 SuperCluster with 1 FP4 ZettaFLOPS inference and 524 FP8 ExaFLOPS training performance, using 524,288 Ascend 950DT NPUs;
➁ The system spans 64,000 m² (equivalent to 150 basketball courts) and aims to challenge Nvidia's Rubin-based clusters through massive parallelism;
➂ Planned Q4 2027 launch of Atlas 960 SuperCluster with 4 MXFP4 ZettaFLOPS signals aggressive roadmap in China's AI hardware push.
- Ditching Windows 10? Here's how I installed Windows 11, removed AI, and stripped out unnecessary features using Flyoobe
➀ Flyoobe bypasses Microsoft's hardware restrictions to install Windows 11 on unsupported devices like a 10-year-old Lenovo X220;
➁ The tool allows deep customization: stripping AI components (Copilot/Outlook/Teams), removing bloatware, optimizing performance, and installing essential apps;
➂ Extended functionality includes driver management, system cleanup via PowerShell scripts, and a modular extension system for ongoing maintenance.
September 18
- Asus is 'actively investigating' ROG gaming laptop stuttering woes — Models released / sold between 2021 - 2024 affected by 'performance interruptions'
➀ Asus acknowledged reports of stuttering and performance interruptions in ROG gaming laptops sold between 2021-2024, stating an ongoing investigation;
➁ GitHub user 'Zephkek' traced the issue to BIOS firmware flaws causing CPU interrupt bottlenecks and GPU power cycling;
➂ The problem affects multiple ROG models (Strix, Scar, Zephyrus), with unresolved cases dating back to 2021.
- Logitech's next gaming mouse will have haptic-based clicks, adjustable actuation, and rapid trigger — new G Pro X2 Superstrike will land at $180
➀ Logitech unveils G Pro X2 Superstrike with HITS technology, merging adjustable actuation points and haptic feedback for precise click customization;
➁ Features include Hero 2 optical sensor (44,000 DPI), 8,000 Hz polling rate, 65g weight, and 90-hour battery life;
➂ Priced at $179.99, targeting professional gamers with a Q1 2026 release.
September 17
- China bans its biggest tech companies from acquiring Nvidia chips, says report — Beijing claims its homegrown AI processors now match H20 and RTX Pro 6000D
➀ China's Cyberspace Administration (CAC) banned major tech firms like ByteDance and Alibaba from purchasing Nvidia’s AI chips, including the newly released RTX Pro 6000D and previously restricted H20.
➁ Beijing asserts that domestic AI chips from Huawei and Cambricon now rival Nvidia’s China-specific products, prompting companies like Tencent to accelerate local infrastructure development.
➂ Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expressed disappointment but acknowledged geopolitical complexities, while China’s move aligns with efforts to reduce reliance on U.S. tech amid ongoing trade tensions.