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news Tensordyne Says Its 3nm Napier AI Chip Can Beat NVIDIA Blackwell In Inference Performance

Tensordyne Says Its 3nm Napier AI Chip Can Beat NVIDIA Blackwell In Inference Performance

Tensordyne has announced the tape out of its new 3nm Napier AI chip, claiming the processor can deliver far higher inference performance and efficiency than NVIDIA’s Blackwell platform. The company says Napier is built to handle large AI models with more tokens per second, lower power use, and a smaller rack footprint. The chip is now moving into production after tape out, which is
news HBM Prices May Double In 2027 As AI Demand Turns Memory Into A Critical Component

HBM Prices May Double In 2027 As AI Demand Turns Memory Into A Critical Component

High bandwidth memory prices could double in 2027 as AI demand continues to reshape the semiconductor market, according to new estimates from financial firm Aletheia Capital. The firm believes memory will become one of the most important parts of AI hardware systems, with DRAM and HBM prices expected to rise sharply over the next several quarters. The forecast comes as memory makers such as
news AMD Zen 6 Ryzen Desktop CPUs May Add An NPU But Drop Integrated Graphics

AMD Zen 6 Ryzen Desktop CPUs May Add An NPU But Drop Integrated Graphics

AMD’s next generation Ryzen desktop CPUs, reportedly codenamed Olympic Ridge, may bring a major design change when they arrive in 2027. The upcoming Zen 6 based processors are expected to include an integrated NPU for AI workloads, but AMD may remove the small integrated GPU that has been included on standard AM5 desktop Ryzen chips. That would mark a notable shift for AMD’s mainstream
news Windows 11 June Update Makes PCs Feel Faster With New Low Latency Profile

Windows 11 June Update Makes PCs Feel Faster With New Low Latency Profile

Windows 11’s June 2026 update adds several useful features, but the biggest change is a new Low Latency Profile that can make everyday actions feel faster. The update, released as KB5094126, improves app launches, Start menu response, webcam access, Bluetooth audio sharing, Windows Search, and Task Manager monitoring on supported PCs. The Low Latency Profile is the most important performance improvement in this release.
news SteamOS Beta Arrives On Intel Handhelds As Valve Expands Beyond AMD

SteamOS Beta Arrives On Intel Handhelds As Valve Expands Beyond AMD

SteamOS is starting to reach Intel based gaming handhelds, with beta builds now appearing for MSI’s Claw series. The move could be important for the handheld PC market because SteamOS has mostly been tied to Valve’s Steam Deck and other AMD based devices until now. Valve’s Linux based operating system is already available on some non Steam Deck hardware, including AMD powered handhelds from
news Baseus Spacemate RD1 Pro Dock Adds Wireless Charging To A Space Saving USB C Hub

Baseus Spacemate RD1 Pro Dock Adds Wireless Charging To A Space Saving USB C Hub

Baseus has launched the Spacemate RD1 Pro, a vertical USB C dock that combines laptop connectivity with a built in 25W Qi2 wireless charger. The dock is designed to save desk space while giving you ports for displays, storage, networking, accessories, and phone charging in one compact setup. The biggest feature is the wireless charger on top. Most USB C and Thunderbolt docks still
news AMD Is Bringing Back Older Ryzen Chips For Cheaper Budget Laptops

AMD Is Bringing Back Older Ryzen Chips For Cheaper Budget Laptops

AMD is reviving several older Ryzen laptop processors to help PC makers build cheaper budget laptops. The company has confirmed that three mobile chips based on designs from 2019 and 2020 are being offered again for select laptop manufacturers that need lower cost options. The chips include the Ryzen 3 3100U and Ryzen 5 3501U, which are based on AMD’s older Zen Plus Picasso
news Geekom Mini PC Sale Cuts Prices Before Prime Day

Geekom Mini PC Sale Cuts Prices Before Prime Day

Geekom has started a summer sale on several compact mini PCs, giving buyers a chance to save on small desktop systems before Amazon Prime Day begins. The sale includes the Geekom A8, Geekom A9 Max, and Geekom A7 Max, with extra promo codes available to reduce the prices further. The deals are available through Geekom’s own website and run during the second half of
news Dell XPS 13 Is Built For Students Who Need A Light Laptop With Long Battery Life

Dell XPS 13 Is Built For Students Who Need A Light Laptop With Long Battery Life

Dell’s new XPS 13 is designed for students who need a thin, light, and reliable laptop for classes, study sessions, online meetings, and everyday work. It combines a compact design, long battery life, a sharp touch display, modern Intel performance, and useful collaboration features in a body that is easy to carry around campus. The laptop is aimed at students who do not want
news Google Earth Adds A Simple Flight Simulator For Casual Exploration

Google Earth Adds A Simple Flight Simulator For Casual Exploration

Google Earth now includes a basic flight simulator mode that lets you fly over real world locations directly in the web app. It is not a serious rival to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, but it gives you a quick and fun way to explore cities, landmarks, and landscapes without installing anything. The feature is experimental and designed for casual exploration. Google is not presenting
news Capcom Is Removing Dragon’s Dogma 2 Microtransactions And Making Key Items Easier To Earn

Capcom Is Removing Dragon’s Dogma 2 Microtransactions And Making Key Items Easier To Earn

Capcom is removing several paid DLC items from Dragon’s Dogma 2 as it prepares the game for its Dark Arisen expansion and upcoming gameplay changes. The move means some items that were previously sold separately will no longer be offered as microtransactions, while the base game will also receive a permanent discount across digital storefronts. The change is scheduled for June 25, 2026. Capcom
news Xbox May Add Pay Later Options For Console And Game Purchases

Xbox May Add Pay Later Options For Console And Game Purchases

Microsoft is reportedly preparing to add buy now, pay later options to Xbox purchases through PayPal and Klarna, giving players a way to spread the cost of consoles, games, and other Xbox items over time. The feature has not been officially announced yet, but code references suggest Microsoft is exploring interest free installment payments for Xbox customers. The move would come at a difficult
news EA Advertising Will Let Brands Place Real Products Inside Games In Real Time

EA Advertising Will Let Brands Place Real Products Inside Games In Real Time

Electronic Arts has launched EA Advertising, a new platform that will let brands place real world products and campaigns inside EA games through dynamic in game advertising. The system is designed to help companies appear inside live game environments such as EA Sports FC, Madden NFL, NHL, Skate, and The Sims. EA says the goal is to let brands connect with players in ways
news Steam Next Fest Returns With Thousands Of Free PC Game Demos

Steam Next Fest Returns With Thousands Of Free PC Game Demos

Steam Next Fest is back for June 2026, giving PC players one week to try thousands of free demos from upcoming games. The event is live now and runs until June 22 at 10 AM PT, with a large mix of indie projects and some bigger publisher titles available through Steam’s dedicated festival hub. Valve has been running Steam Next Fest events for years,
news Clutch Gets Its First Gameplay Reveal Ahead Of Its Xbox Launch In 2027

Clutch Gets Its First Gameplay Reveal Ahead Of Its Xbox Launch In 2027

Clutch has received its first gameplay reveal, giving racing fans an early look at Maverick Games’ upcoming open world action driving game. The game is coming to Xbox in spring 2027, and the first footage shows a visually impressive racer built around professional racing, underground street events, and cinematic driving missions across the French Riviera. The project has drawn extra attention because Maverick Games
news Gears Of War: E Day Will Have The Longest Campaign The Coalition Has Made

Gears Of War: E Day Will Have The Longest Campaign The Coalition Has Made

Gears of War: E Day will have a campaign that runs for more than 14 hours, making it longer than any campaign The Coalition has built before. The studio has also confirmed that the game will include more collectibles than its previous campaigns, including classic COG Tags. The new details arrive after the full reveal of Gears of War: E Day at the Xbox
news Xbox Leaders Say The Next 100 Days Will Reset The Business

Xbox Leaders Say The Next 100 Days Will Reset The Business

Xbox leadership has outlined five major business realities that it plans to address over the next 100 days, with Asha Sharma and Matt Booty warning that the company needs to reset parts of its gaming strategy. The message points to weak margins, rising hardware costs, an overextended studio system, and platform infrastructure that is too complex for the next phase of Xbox. The memo
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