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news Samsung Reportedly Charges Up to 25% More for HBM as Data Centers Prioritize Reliable Supply

Samsung Reportedly Charges Up to 25% More for HBM as Data Centers Prioritize Reliable Supply

Samsung is reportedly charging data center customers a premium for high bandwidth memory (HBM), with estimated prices reaching $4.50 per GB, higher than competing offers from Micron and SK hynix. The difference is reportedly linked to Samsung's manufacturing capacity and ability to deliver large quantities of memory consistently, an increasingly important consideration for companies expanding artificial intelligence infrastructure. According to pricing estimates circulating from
news Xbox COO Helen Chiang Reportedly Fired Over Policy Violations Just Months After Promotion

Xbox COO Helen Chiang Reportedly Fired Over Policy Violations Just Months After Promotion

Microsoft has reportedly dismissed Helen Chiang, the former head of Minecraft and recently appointed Xbox Chief Operating Officer, following alleged violations of company policies. Chiang's departure was confirmed through an internal email sent by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, although Microsoft has not publicly disclosed the reason behind the decision. A subsequent report, citing an unnamed source, claims that Chiang was terminated for policy violations.
news Save Mass Effect Petition Surpasses 170,000 Signatures as Fans Plan Billboard Outside EA Headquarters

Save Mass Effect Petition Surpasses 170,000 Signatures as Fans Plan Billboard Outside EA Headquarters

The campaign to save Mass Effect is gaining momentum after a fan petition collected more than 170,000 signatures following Electronic Arts' decision to shut down BioWare. Supporters are now considering a billboard outside EA's California headquarters to draw attention to the canceled Mass Effect Universe project and the future of the franchise. The campaign follows the release of leaked development footage and gameplay information,
news Thunderobot ZERO Air 15 Launches With RTX 5060 and 165Hz OLED Display at Discounted Price of $1,858

Thunderobot ZERO Air 15 Launches With RTX 5060 and 165Hz OLED Display at Discounted Price of $1,858

Thunderobot has introduced its ZERO Air 15 gaming laptop in China, combining an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card with a high refresh rate OLED display and a lightweight magnesium alloy chassis. The laptop is available at a discounted price of 12,409 yuan, approximately $1,858, for the Singles' Day shopping promotion. Its original listed price was 14,999 yuan, equivalent to approximately $2,246. First showcased
news CXMT Reportedly Rejects Apple DRAM Deal as China Prioritizes Domestic Memory Production

CXMT Reportedly Rejects Apple DRAM Deal as China Prioritizes Domestic Memory Production

Chinese memory manufacturer CXMT is reportedly prioritizing domestic customers over international technology companies, including Apple, as China works toward becoming more self-sufficient in DRAM production. The company has allegedly declined supply opportunities involving Apple and a Taiwanese server manufacturer despite growing global demand for memory chips. Industry observers believe the decision reflects CXMT's focus on supporting Chinese technology companies rather than pursuing every available
news NVIDIA RTX 30 and RTX 40 GPUs Gain Major AI Performance Boost With New Unlock Tool

NVIDIA RTX 30 and RTX 40 GPUs Gain Major AI Performance Boost With New Unlock Tool

NVIDIA's older GeForce RTX graphics cards are gaining renewed attention after an open source tool demonstrated substantial improvements in artificial intelligence computing performance. The utility, known as Zagitta GPU-Unlock, reportedly removes certain compute throughput restrictions on supported GPUs, allowing them to process FP16 and BF16 workloads considerably faster. Initial testing shows improvements approaching 80% on several RTX 30 series models, while some RTX 40
news Sim Racing Expo 2026 Draws Nearly 30,000 Visitors as Racing Simulator Hardware Gains Popularity

Sim Racing Expo 2026 Draws Nearly 30,000 Visitors as Racing Simulator Hardware Gains Popularity

Sim Racing Expo 2026 attracted 29,580 visitors to Frankfurt, highlighting growing interest in racing simulator hardware and more immersive gaming experiences. The event brought together over 70 exhibitors across 14,000 square metres of exhibition space, showcasing advanced steering wheels, pedals, motion simulators, and racing software. Attendance increased by more than 5,000 compared with last year's event in Dortmund and more than doubled the figure
news Alienware, HP and Lenovo Laptops Get Up to 10% Extra Discount in Woot Sale

Alienware, HP and Lenovo Laptops Get Up to 10% Extra Discount in Woot Sale

Woot has launched a laptop sale featuring discounted models from Alienware, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, and MSI, with an additional 10% discount available through a promotional code. The sale runs until October 28, 2026, or while stocks last. You can apply the code TENOFFLAPTOP at checkout to reduce the prices of eligible laptops further. The offers cover gaming laptops, lightweight productivity notebooks, and premium models
news Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 Get Up to $200 Discounts Following iPhone Duo Launch

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 Get Up to $200 Discounts Following iPhone Duo Launch

Samsung has introduced discounts of up to $200 on its latest foldable smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8. The offers are available through Amazon and Best Buy in the United States, giving buyers an opportunity to purchase Samsung's newest folding devices at reduced prices. The discounts arrive as Apple's iPhone Duo launch increases
news SteamOS 3.9 Released With Better Steam Deck Battery Life, Linux 7.2 and Plasma 6.7

SteamOS 3.9 Released With Better Steam Deck Battery Life, Linux 7.2 and Plasma 6.7

Valve has officially released SteamOS 3.9, introducing battery efficiency improvements, updated system components, and fixes for several popular PC games. The update upgrades SteamOS to Linux kernel 7.2 and introduces KDE Plasma 6.7.3 for Desktop Mode. It also improves compatibility with Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and selected handheld gaming devices. Steam Deck owners can expect reduced idle power consumption when no audio is playing,
news Steam Machine Can Run These 5 Games at 4K 60 FPS With the Right Graphics Settings

Steam Machine Can Run These 5 Games at 4K 60 FPS With the Right Graphics Settings

Valve's Steam Machine can deliver 4K gaming at 60 FPS in several PC games, although performance depends on graphics settings and upscaling technology. Recent testing identified five games capable of reaching this target, including PRAGMATA, Dishonored, PAYDAY 2, Disgaea 5 Complete, and Iron Nest. While some titles run smoothly at native 4K resolution, more demanding games require reduced visual settings or upscaling to maintain
news Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition Removed From Steam as Creative Assembly Addresses AI Concerns

Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition Removed From Steam as Creative Assembly Addresses AI Concerns

Creative Assembly has responded to criticism surrounding Total War: Shogun 2 Complete Edition after the game was removed from Steam following complaints about its quality and allegations involving generative AI. The studio's vice president, Roger Collum, acknowledged that the release failed to meet expectations and confirmed that senior developers are now working with SEGA and the external development team to determine the next steps.
news Over 40 Xbox Games Arriving October 26 to 31, Including Six Game Pass Releases

Over 40 Xbox Games Arriving October 26 to 31, Including Six Game Pass Releases

Xbox players have more than 40 games arriving between October 26 and October 31, 2026, with several major releases, remasters, and independent titles scheduled for the final week of the month. The lineup includes The Wolf Among Us Remastered, Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos, and upgraded versions of the Metro Redux games. Xbox Game Pass subscribers will also receive six additions, including Final
news Proton Hosts Map of Over 300,000 Flock Surveillance Devices Despite Legal Threats

Proton Hosts Map of Over 300,000 Flock Surveillance Devices Despite Legal Threats

Privacy-focused technology company Proton has started hosting a public map showing more than 300,000 surveillance devices associated with Flock Safety across the United States. The Swiss company has placed the map on servers in Switzerland after its original creator, cybersecurity researcher Joshua Michael, faced legal threats over publishing the information. The interactive tool allows people to search for surveillance equipment by ZIP code and
news Valve Adds CD-ROM Support to Steam Frame Kernel Within Minutes of Player Request

Valve Adds CD-ROM Support to Steam Frame Kernel Within Minutes of Player Request

Valve has added CD-ROM drive support to the Steam Frame's Linux kernel after a player requested the feature through the Steam Community forums. The change was reportedly implemented in less than ten minutes, just one day after a Valve developer acknowledged the request. The update could eventually allow Steam Frame owners to connect external optical drives and access content stored on physical discs without
news Texas Suspends 17 Data Center Construction Permits After Automated Approval System Remains Active

Texas Suspends 17 Data Center Construction Permits After Automated Approval System Remains Active

Texas has suspended 17 data center construction permits after discovering that an automated approval system continued processing applications despite an earlier request to pause approvals. The decision follows a directive from Governor Greg Abbott, who called for a temporary halt to certain data center construction approvals approximately one month earlier. However, the state's online permitting system reportedly remained operational throughout that period, allowing additional
news Helldivers 3 Is Not Planned as Arrowhead Focuses on Expanding Helldivers 2

Helldivers 3 Is Not Planned as Arrowhead Focuses on Expanding Helldivers 2

Arrowhead Game Studios has confirmed that Helldivers 3 is not currently part of its development plans, with the company prioritizing continued support for Helldivers 2. Chief creative officer Johan Pilestedt explained that the studio sees greater value in expanding its existing multiplayer shooter rather than introducing a sequel that would require players to restart their progress. According to Pilestedt, approximately 95% of Arrowhead's development
news Helldivers 3 Is Not Planned as Arrowhead Focuses on Expanding Helldivers 2

Helldivers 3 Is Not Planned as Arrowhead Focuses on Expanding Helldivers 2

Arrowhead Game Studios has confirmed that Helldivers 3 is not currently part of its development plans, with the company prioritizing continued support for Helldivers 2. Chief creative officer Johan Pilestedt explained that the studio sees greater value in expanding its existing multiplayer shooter rather than introducing a sequel that would require players to restart their progress. According to Pilestedt, approximately 95% of Arrowhead's development
news World of Warcraft: Forever Will Feature Thousands of Hidden Secrets That Were Disabled During Beta

World of Warcraft: Forever Will Feature Thousands of Hidden Secrets That Were Disabled During Beta

Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that World of Warcraft: Forever contains thousands of hidden discoveries, including items, recipes, and other surprises that players could not access during beta testing. Senior game designer Josh Greenfield, also known as Aggrend, explained that the development team deliberately disabled numerous secrets to preserve the exploration experience when the game launches. World of Warcraft: Forever is scheduled for release on
news Micron G11 3D NAND Targets Over 400 Layers, Double Bit Density and Faster SSD Performance

Micron G11 3D NAND Targets Over 400 Layers, Double Bit Density and Faster SSD Performance

Micron is preparing its next generation G11 3D NAND flash technology, promising significant improvements in storage density and data transfer speeds for future solid state drives. The upcoming memory architecture is expected to feature more than 400 layers, achieve a bit density of approximately 42 Gb/mm², and support interface speeds reaching 5,400 MT/s. These improvements could enable manufacturers to develop higher capacity SSDs while
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