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AMD's upcoming Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX "Storm Peak" workstation processor surfaced on Puget Systems PugetBench online database. The 7985WX is a 64-core/128-thread processor based on the "Zen 4" microarchitecture, that's configured with an 8-channel DDR5 memory interface (16 sub-channels), and a 128-lane PCI-Express Gen 5 root-complex. The processor was spotted running on an AMD internal development board codenamed "Boulder Gulch" (AMD uses weird internal codenames to back-trace leaks). The machine had a cool 256 GB of 8-channel DDR5-5600 memory, and an NVIDIA RTX A5000 GPU. AMD is planning to release the Ryzen 7000WX workstation processor series some time in October 2023.https://tpucdn.com/img/oTJqVCvRlaaSswZk_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oTJqVCvRlaaSswZk.jpg)

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(PR) MaxLinear Cancels Acquisition of Silicon Motion
In a surprise move, Maxlinear has cancelled its close to US$4 billion takeover of Silicon Motion, despite having received approval by China to finally acquire Silicon Motion. The two companies started their merger back in May of 2022, but over a year later, Maxlinear has announced that it has "exercised its contractual rights to terminate its May 5, 2022 merger agreement". The announcement saw a drop in Maxlinear's shares of about 12 percent and a 25 percent drop for Silicon Motion.

It's unclear as to why Maxlinear cancelled the deal, but the two companies don't appear to have clear synergies outside some storage products. That said, Maxlinear appears to blame Silicon Motion in a press release that the company issues. Among other things, Maxlinear states that "Silicon Motion has suffered a Material Adverse Effect that is continuing, Silicon Motion is in material breach of representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements in the Merger Agreement that give rise to the right of the Company to terminate". As to what this actually means, we'll most likely never find out, but as Maxlinear also points out, the merger was supposed to have been finished by the 23rd of May 2023, which means Maxlinear had the right to cancel the merger regardless.https://tpucdn.com/img/QP5Lo6kw46A0619r_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QP5Lo6kw46A0619r.jpg)

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(PR) Seagate Technology Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results
Seagate Technology Holdings plc (NASDAQ: STX) today reported financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. "Our fourth quarter and fiscal 2023 performance reflected the uneven pace of economic recovery in China, cloud inventory digestion, and cautious enterprise spending amid the uncertain macroeconomic environment. The proactive actions we've taken to lower costs, manage production output, reduce debt and drive operational leverage have underpinned resilient performance and solid cash generation, while continuing to advance our revolutionary HAMR technology," said Dave Mosley, Seagate's chief executive officer.

"Through our actions, Seagate is now leaner, our balance sheet healthier, and our product roadmap even stronger, positioning the company to weather the near-term business environment, deliver financial leverage, and capture attractive long-term opportunities for Mass Capacity storage."https://tpucdn.com/img/srMoI5SrNr1TW9vf_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/srMoI5SrNr1TW9vf.jpg)
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How to Size Your Solar Generator for Running a Refrigerator: A Comprehensive Guide by Anker
In this helpful post, we'll walk you through the crucial steps and considerations to make sure how to size your solar generator for running a refrigerator that can provide your refrigerator with the power it needs to keep your food cool and fresh even while you're off the grid. We'll go into important issues like figuring out how much energy your refrigerator uses, evaluating how much electricity your solar generator needs, and choosing the right size of solar generator.

Can You Run a Refrigerator on Solar Power? It's time to face the reality—the energy crisis is real and we need to start thinking about alternative energy sources to power our household items. One of the most essential appliances we use on a daily basis is the refrigerator. It is responsible for keeping our food fresh, cool, and healthy. However, it is also one of the biggest energy consumers in our homes.https://tpucdn.com/img/UdV4iMf56WVr4yh4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UdV4iMf56WVr4yh4.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/RYLJX7XwBNa6Vy5e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RYLJX7XwBNa6Vy5e.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/B9BxZp6yBZ0eWtMX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/B9BxZp6yBZ0eWtMX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/mglw1Vh4jTkkxQBI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mglw1Vh4jTkkxQBI.jpg)
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(PR) Nixxes Software Celebrates Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart's PC Launch Day
Hey everyone, today we are celebrating the launch of Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart on PC. Back in 2002, Insomniac Games released the first Ratchet & Clank game on PlayStation. It's been two decades since the series first evolved into an iconic franchise on PlayStation consoles, and now for the very first time, Ratchet and his friends and foes are making the jump to a new platform.

On behalf of everyone at Nixxes Software (https://www.nixxes.com/), we can't wait to hear about your experiences with Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart on PC and look forward to seeing your Photo Mode results. You can help us find your posts by using the hashtag #RatchetPC when sharing your experiences and creations on social media.https://tpucdn.com/img/ZH66HOXxCGCUX93O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZH66HOXxCGCUX93O.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/r9gh4xsfIptlanKZ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/r9gh4xsfIptlanKZ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Kr1ngoZyHscfZvlB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Kr1ngoZyHscfZvlB.jpg)
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ASRock Site Lists Previously Leaked Arc A770 Phantom Gaming 16 GB OC Card
A Newegg product page popped up last week, giving us a first glimpse at ASRock's Phantom Gaming Arc A770 16 GB (https://www.techpowerup.com/311452/asrock-quietly-releases-16gb-arc-a770-phantom-gaming-graphics-card) graphics card. The e-tailer had no stock available on July 20, but the listing included an asking price of $329.99 (MSRP is $349). The Taiwanese manufacturer was radio silent at the time—no press material was released, and their own website was not updated with a product page for the 16 GB variant of its existing custom Alchemist design (https://www.techpowerup.com/299801/asrock-launches-arc-a770-phantom-gaming-and-arc-a750-challenger-graphics-cards).

The ASRock Arc A770 Phantom Gaming 16 GB OC model's page is now live and fully accessible (https://pg.asrock.com/Graphics-Card/Intel/Intel%20Arc%20A770%20Phantom%20Gaming%2016GB%20OC/index.asp#Overview), and Newegg appears to have units in stock (https://www.newegg.com/asrock-arc-a770-a770-pg-16go/p/N82E16814930102). TPU has not received any fresh PR material, so ASRock is seemingly taking a quiet approach to their new product's launch. The spec sheet shows that the card's memory clock comes in at 17.5 Gbps, which makes it a good alternative to Intel's recently discontinued A770 Limited Edition (https://www.techpowerup.com/310376/intel-discontinues-the-16gb-limited-edition-of-arc-a770). It joins Acer's competing Predator BiFrost model (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/acer-predator-bifrost-arc-a770-oc.b9947) in an exclusive club—these are the only 16 GB A770 custom design graphics cards available in the West.https://tpucdn.com/img/820loZz9RgHjx8mT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/820loZz9RgHjx8mT.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wrZ7iE4AxfIlIdbq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wrZ7iE4AxfIlIdbq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bxra6iJRDcSD0ZhB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bxra6iJRDcSD0ZhB.jpg)
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(PR) Lenovo Introduces New Tab P12 and Tab M10 5G Tablets
Lenovo is introducing two new additions to its lineup of consumer tablets powered by Android, the Lenovo Tab P12 and Lenovo Tab M10 5G, made for more versatility and enhanced personal time. These devices, combining entertainment, learning tools, and added mobility, are engineered to meet the wide-ranging demands of consumers today, no matter where life takes them.

The Lenovo Tab P12 is the essential back-to-school device for high school and college-age students, with its blend of learning and playtime capabilities. It has a large 12.7-inch 3K display for both video watching and web browsing, a JBL speaker system and Dolby Atmos, which delivers a richer, multidimensional audio experience that brings out more depth, clarity, and details from entertainment. Its battery life supports extended usage for both learning and fun. The Lenovo Tab P12 stands out for its compatibility with the new Lenovo Tab Pen Plus and ThinkPad-inspired keyboard to facilitate smarter ways to learn. The large display can be split for multitasking—taking notes for an online class or viewing a document, while a specialized reading mode and eye care feature support long, immersive study sessions. The Lenovo Tab M10 5G is specifically designed to cater to highly mobile consumers who want convenience without having to worry about staying connected. This always-connected tablet provides rapid 5G connectivity and sustained battery life on a 10.61-inch 2K screen.https://tpucdn.com/img/Fzk7iyAOS4ScE5xg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Fzk7iyAOS4ScE5xg.jpg)
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(PR) Microsoft Introduces a New Xbox Home Experience
Starting today, a new Home experience is rolling out to all Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. This update is designed from player feedback and makes it easier to discover new games, rediscover games you already love, connect with communities, and create a more personalized experience.

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Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air Unit Sales Reportedly Lower than Excepted
Apple introduced its 15‑inch MacBook Air (https://www.techpowerup.com/309651/apple-introduces-the-15-inch-macbook-air) at June's WWDC23 event—the giant multinational technology had taken feedback from its customer base, and followed through by rolling out a larger version of the existing M2-based 13-inch model. That appeasement could be a wasted effort, given the latest rumors emerging from Asia. DigiTimes (https://www.macrumors.com/2023/07/26/15-inch-macbook-air-weaker-demand-report/) has gathered information from sources within Apple's supply chain—they claim that "the 15-inch MacBook Air...reportedly didn't meet customer demand expectations. There are even calls for the supply chain to put shipments on hold."

The 15-inch MacBook Air's shipment volume for July is reportedly 50% short of the company's original projection, with a broad downturn in the global notebook market factoring in as a reason for sluggish sales. The model's $1299 starting price appears to be quite reasonable at first glance, but the entry point only gives you a spec consisting of non-upgradable 8 GB (unified) RAM and 256 GB solid state storage. A discerning buyer is semi-forced to shell out closer to $2000 for a more competitive configuration, comparable to the closest Window 11 slimline laptops. The high asking prices, on top of a mixed reception (https://www.techpowerup.com/310205/ifixit-not-impressed-with-apple-15-inch-macbook-air-repairability) around launch time have done the 15-inch MacBook Air few favors. Apple enthusiasts are probably saving up and waiting for the arrival of upcoming M3 chipset-equipped models. DigiTimes reckons that an "upcoming announcement" regarding a next-gen MacBook Pro is due very soon.https://tpucdn.com/img/JSPK3yKaMrZe7bk8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/JSPK3yKaMrZe7bk8.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/X31grY3FrMx3r9wg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/X31grY3FrMx3r9wg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/37nigKsKGl2U0b7D_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/37nigKsKGl2U0b7D.jpg)

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Dead by Daylight (https://store.steampowered.com/app/381210/Dead_by_Daylight/)'s Nicolas Cage Chapter Pack features a new Survivor, legendary actor Nicolas Cage in his deadliest role yet (https://deadbydaylight.com/news/nicolas-cage-enters-the-fog/). Purchasing this add-on unlocks an exclusive Cosmetic: Teal Jacket as well as the Very Rare Gorgon Drip Outfit for Nicolas Cage.

The new Survivor is Nicolas Cage
Countless awards (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_awards_and_nominations_received_by_Nicolas_Cage). Over one hundred films. Nicolas Cage had done it all and seen it all...or so he thought. When a mysterious screenplay for "Descend Beyond" landed on his desk, he signed on without hesitation. While filming, Nick performed his dialogue with gravitas, a dark incantation that rolled off his tongue with ease. He dipped his fingers in a cup of red ink and painted symbols on the stone altar. He was so immersed he barely noticed the tendrils of black Fog slowly creeping toward him...https://tpucdn.com/img/x08bnBc9dxDYnTD6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/x08bnBc9dxDYnTD6.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QqreX84YCp4Z84yr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QqreX84YCp4Z84yr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/rHODSEg40i9crMR0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rHODSEg40i9crMR0.jpg)
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Newegg's PC Builder ChatGPT Plugin Tested
Newegg released its PC Builder ChatGPT Plugin (https://kb.newegg.com/knowledge-base/newegg-pc-builder-chatgpt-plugin/) yesterday, and former TPU writer—Francisco Pires—decided to put it through the proverbial ringer. His hands-on adventures with AI-assisted PC build suggestions were documented in a Tom's Hardware article (https://www.tomshardware.com/news/newegg-chatgpt-plugin-hands-on). Initial impressions are a mixed bag—he brings in a metaphor to describe his experience: "it was akin to entering Alice in Wonderland (the Tim Burton version): everything's interesting and somewhat faithful, but laid out in just the wrong way." The beta version (released back in March) proved to be a confusing mess, according to Avram Piltch (https://www.tomshardware.com/news/newegg-chatgpt-pc-builder), Editor-in-Chief at Tom's Hardware.

Pires proposed that the tool is decent enough for fledgling PC build novices to utilize, but the chatbot was found to overvalue certain components: "the typical price for the Radeon RX 6700 XT hovers around the $330-$370 range so the $558.99 MSI card the bot recommends is overpriced by more than $230!" The assistant also struggled to keep a suggested system build within a specified $1000 budget, the total was stretched to $1123.09. He also discovered some quirks related to the assistant's (apparently) incomplete GPU model database: "why did ChatGPT suggest a GeForce RTX 4060 for the build, if its knowledge cut-off is set at September 2021?" The plugin seems to have scraped information about newer products from Newegg's store, but the bot's full text answer (see the attached screenshot) provides a comparison between older generations.https://tpucdn.com/img/TqHpw9ISq75ONovI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/TqHpw9ISq75ONovI.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HyBReiq44CxAXwjJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HyBReiq44CxAXwjJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/pgFdj4itjJKRy5jx_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/pgFdj4itjJKRy5jx.jpg)

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(PR) IBM Receives Department of Defense's Accreditation for Embedded Security Services
IBM today announced that it has received an additional Trusted Supplier accreditation from the Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) (https://www.dau.edu/acquipedia/pages/ArticleContent.aspx?itemid=750) for delivery of embedded security services customized for a U.S.-based advanced microelectronics manufacturer. IBM Consulting's accredited security services were previously recognized with the prestigious James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award for overall security program excellence in 2022.

Microelectronics are used in most defense technology platforms—from mobile devices to computers and advanced weapons systems. This makes microelectronics supply chains critical to our national security and economic prosperity. However, they also represent one of the most complex defense-critical supply chains to secure because of their global reach and manufacturing. IBM Consulting's award-winning accredited security services takes this complexity into account, allowing for not only the identification, but also the remediation of microelectronics supply chain vulnerabilities.https://tpucdn.com/img/7YWXgYF6eOKzLAfc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7YWXgYF6eOKzLAfc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/sO189gIFYsSLlvV0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sO189gIFYsSLlvV0.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/V5SFjawZmyzwi31a_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/V5SFjawZmyzwi31a.jpg)
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(PR) Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters' Execution Force DLC Available Now
We do not determine the guilty; we do not decide the punishment; we are merely the cold instruments of the Emperor's vengeance. There is no form of death unknown to us; there is no form of terror beyond our means; there is no enemy outside our reach. We are the blade that hovers over the throat of the traitor; we are the bullet that awaits the heretic's skull; we are the poison in the throat of the alien.

The Officio Assassinorum have arrived. Our second major DLC, Execution Force (https://www.chaosgate.com/dlc/execution-force) is now available to all players via Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1611910/Warhammer_40000_Chaos_Gate__Daemonhunters/) and the Epic Games Store (https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/warhammer-40000-chaos-gate-daemonhunters--execution-force). This DLC brings the might of four unique Assassin units to your disposal. Use them wisely in combination with your Grey Knights to decimate Nurgle's despicable plague. Alongside Execution Force comes Update XIII, which brings a swathe of its own new content and changes. Notably a new squad of enemies, the Tainted Sons have entered the fray, posing a new fearsome challenge.https://tpucdn.com/img/Su0bXIzza7gXYHgC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Su0bXIzza7gXYHgC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/uVSl4AcrZFSaS1IA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/uVSl4AcrZFSaS1IA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Pc1EUlxgVdN1M5MR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Pc1EUlxgVdN1M5MR.jpg)
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Official AMD Phoenix Drivers Documented in Adrenalin 23.7.2 Notes
RubyRapids and westlake tipped off VideoCardz (https://videocardz.com/newz/amd-releases-public-ryzen-7040-radeon-700m-phoenix-driver-ryzen-7-7840s-spotted) to the presence of interesting information sitting within the latest AMD Adrenalin update (https://www.techpowerup.com/311694/amd-software-adrenalin-23-7-2-whql-released) notes—its integrated driver compatibility list has been expanded with the addition of a mobile-oriented iGPU Radeon 700M family (780M, 760M and 740M). It seems that Team Red's Phoenix series will be included in the main branch, and not be limited to OEM distribution for software improvements. A public driver release schedule for the Radeon 700M series will provide gamers with access to official updates through normal channels, with the benefit of—hopefully—no major delays.

VideoCardz reckons that an integration into the main branch means: "that whether the GPU being updated relies on RDNA3 in a discrete GPU or as an integrated solution, it will be fully supported through one package. The latest 23.7.2 driver now supports Radeon 7000 desktop and mobile, AMD Ryzen 7045 Dragon Range, Ryzen 7040U and Ryzen 7040HS series." The ASUS ROG Ally's Ryzen Z1 series seems to be the exception, since AMD has not included these APUs in the latest list of supported devices. Folks who have pored over the document have discovered up to "517 devices listed on the hardware support list, including PCI Device IDs and sub-IDs." Many Phoenix APU models are seemingly destined for fitting in a wide variety of laptops and (very likely handheld) gaming consoles. A mysterious model—Ryzen 7 7840S—was also spotted. This looks to be a Lenovo-specific 8-core Ryzen processor based on Phoenix silicon—ITHome (https://www.ithome.com/0/697/418.htm) believes that it utilizes a customized FP8 package.https://tpucdn.com/img/UqbtypREnd7cjFE7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UqbtypREnd7cjFE7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/PmKfAXdGqC4L3guY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PmKfAXdGqC4L3guY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5vmJlYLMxh2khwod_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5vmJlYLMxh2khwod.jpg)

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(PR) Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Gameplay Previewed via in-depth Trailer
Bandai Namco Entertainment and FromSoftware, Inc. (ELDEN RING, DARK SOULS) have revealed a new extended gameplay walkthrough trailer for ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON (https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/armored-core-vi-fires-of-rubicon). Narrated by the developers, the video is the deepest look yet at the game's intense action, sprawling levels and challenging battle sequences.

As the video showcases, success in ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON will come from tinkering with highly customizable mech builds, a signature feature of the series, and learning the right strategies and techniques such as staggering enemies with the right weapons, combining ranged and melee attacks, and taking every advantage in battle.https://tpucdn.com/img/ZH8hCtykJx2I5AuE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZH8hCtykJx2I5AuE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/3WYEQ0FuEQ8BpwOE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/3WYEQ0FuEQ8BpwOE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LvZVC3U9hRWox8Et_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LvZVC3U9hRWox8Et.jpg)
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Intel's Alchemist engineering team has been working on improving its open-source Vulkan drivers for Linux—recent coverage from Phoronix (https://www.phoronix.com/review/intel-arc-10p-faster) shows that Team Blue's hard work is paying off, especially in the area of gaming performance. The site's founder, Michael Larabel, approves of the latest Mesa (https://www.mesa3d.org/) work produced by Intel engineers, and has commended them on their efforts to better the Arc Graphics family. His mid-month testings—on a Linux 6.4-based system running an Intel Arc A770 GPU (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/arc-a770.c3914)—demonstrated a "~10% speed-up for the Intel Arc Graphics on Linux." He has benchmarked this system again (https://www.phoronix.com/review/intel-anv-mod-boost) over the past weekend, following the release of a new set of optimizations for Mesa 23.3-devel: "The latest performance boost for Intel graphics on Linux is by supporting the I915_FORMAT_MOD_4_TILED_DG2_RC_CCS modifier. Indeed it's panning out nicely for furthering the Intel Arc Graphics Vulkan performance."

He apologized for the limited selection of games, due to: "the Intel Linux graphics driver still not having sparse support in place, but at least that will hopefully be here in the coming months when the Intel Xe kernel driver is upstreamed. Another recent promising development for the Intel open-source graphics driver support is fake sparse support (https://www.phoronix.com/news/Intel-ANV-Fake-Sparse-Support) to at least help some games and that code will hopefully be merged soon." First up was Counter-Strike: Global Offensive—thanks to the optimized Vulkan drivers it: "enjoyed another nice boost to the performance as a result of this latest code. For CS Linux gamers, it's great seeing the 21% boost just over the past month."https://tpucdn.com/img/HXStQHq5PjTYGkor_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HXStQHq5PjTYGkor.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/H8dTSv4xxoyfYJV7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/H8dTSv4xxoyfYJV7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/502Sv2rt2tCRPNhl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/502Sv2rt2tCRPNhl.jpg)
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(PR) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy Powers Samsung's Newest Flagship Device Lineup
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced that its flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy is powering Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.'s new cutting-edge foldable smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5, and its latest Galaxy Tab S9 Series. Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy defines a new standard for connected computing, including groundbreaking AI experiences, desktop-level gaming features, professional grade photography, and more, for consumers around the world.

"Samsung is important to our mission to deliver the world's best mobile experiences to consumers. They continue to set the pace for innovation and we couldn't be more thrilled to have Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy power the newest flagship Galaxy device lineup—the Galaxy Z Flip5, Galaxy Z Fold5, and Galaxy Tab S9 series," said Alex Katouzian, senior vice president and general manager, mobile, compute, & XR businesses, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.https://tpucdn.com/img/lfdG5O1OxyTih4HI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lfdG5O1OxyTih4HI.jpg)
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(PR) NEO Semiconductor to Present Its Ground-Breaking 3D NAND and 3D DRAM Architectures at Flash Memory Summit 2023
NEO Semiconductor, a leading developer of innovative technologies for 3D NAND flash and DRAM memory, today announced its participation at Flash Memory Summit 2023, taking place in person in Santa Clara, California, on August 8-10. CEO, Andy Hsu, will deliver a keynote address titled "New Architectures which will Drive Future 3D NAND and 3D DRAM Solutions" on August 9th at 11:40 a.m. Pacific Time.

Earlier this year, Neo Semiconductor announced the launch of its ground-breaking technology, 3D X-DRAM. This development is the world's first 3D NAND-like DRAM cell array that is targeted to solve DRAM's capacity bottleneck and replace the entire 2D DRAM market. 3D X-DRAM can be manufactured using the existing 3D NAND flash memory process with minor changes, significantly reducing the time and cost spent developing a new 3D process. During the keynote, Mr. Hsu will reveal the 3D X-DRAM process flow and technical details.https://tpucdn.com/img/mQEwaa13kd5TyuaG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mQEwaa13kd5TyuaG.jpg)
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(PR) Angry Cat Studios Launches USC: Counterforce
Developer Angry Cat Studios and Publisher Firesquid have officially launched their turn-based squad tactics title USC: Counterforce into Early Access on Steam. With hours of gameplay already available, players that dive into the game will be able to join a deep strategical experience with multiple missions, customizable commando forces and a powerful alien threat to destroy.

Taking inspiration from the likes of UFO/XCOM, Space Hulk and the Aliens series, USC: Counterforce has players controlling a group of geared-up commandos tasked with investigating an alien threat on the planetary body M-8322. Utilizing USC: Counterforce's advanced squad management interface with a class-free skill system and passive abilities, players must master combat and find the perfect combination of skills in order to keep back this alien threat. Bring along a friend to bring home glory using local co-op mode (hot seat or remote play together).https://tpucdn.com/img/MqwwTyKNBRjsjrFU_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MqwwTyKNBRjsjrFU.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/3juiC4WBGU6AEkpD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/3juiC4WBGU6AEkpD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/v0j9FyYgoQKYy4au_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/v0j9FyYgoQKYy4au.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lwiwA7z3PTSvtCfl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lwiwA7z3PTSvtCfl.jpg)
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Sony Could Roll Out PlayStation 5 Summer Price Cuts Across More Territories
Sony has implemented a time limited price reduction for its PlayStation 5 Standard/Disc Edition console in Spain, Portugal, France and Italy—according to billbil-kun (writing for Dealabs magazine (https://www.dealabs.com/magazine/apres-lespagne-et-la-france-la-console-ps5-sera-bientot-en-promotion-dans-ces-pays-25282)) the time limited summer promotion is going to reach Germany, Great Britain and the United States shortly. The campaign has been running since mid-July, and customers in eligible regions have (so far) enjoyed a €75 reduction, bringing the standard PS5 model's price down to as low as €450 (~$498). Dealabs believes that that some of these regional offers have already ended (as of July 24).

The article seems to source some insider information, with very specific discount figures presented for the next batch of participants—German customers are set to get the aforementioned standard European €75 reduction, bringing the PS5's price down to €474.99 (from €549.99). UK gamers get £75 off, so £404.99 total (reduced from £479.99). US folks are lined up for a less generous $50 cut—due to Sony not implementing PS5 price increases for that market—resulting in $449.99 (instead of $499.99). Billbil-kun reckons that the following retail outlets will be taking part in the campaign's next phase: PlayStation Store/PlayStation Direct, Amazon, MediaMarkt, Target and GAME UK. The timing of these temporary cuts could point to Sony responding to Microsoft's unpopular decision to jack up asking prices for the Xbox Series X console (https://www.techpowerup.com/310375/microsoft-to-increase-xbox-series-x-and-game-pass-pricing-in-august), as well as Game Pass subscription fees.https://tpucdn.com/img/KhkWcrPrtzPwVAu1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/KhkWcrPrtzPwVAu1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/tkvrIVKGmpaAYZcc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tkvrIVKGmpaAYZcc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Zrjr6UVG4aRtqn3x_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Zrjr6UVG4aRtqn3x.jpg)

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Just when you think the post-apocalyptic world being overrun by hordes of deadly enemies couldn't get any worse, along comes Remnant 2 (https://www.remnantgame.com/en/) with a whole new terrifying world of deadly creatures and god-like bosses. Remnant 2 is the continuation of the best-selling game Remnant: From the Ashes, and we (Xbox Wire (https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/07/28/gunfire-games-answers-all-our-remnant-ii-questions/)) connected with David Adams, President of Gunfire Games, to talk about what you can expect from this intense Remnant combat experience.

Since this is a sequel, the first and most obvious question is, how does Remnant 2 (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1282100/Remnant_II/) align with everything we experienced in Remnant: From the Ashes, and what do those players who never played the first game need to know? "Story wise it picks up from the end of the first game's final DLC. The main threat has been seemingly defeated, and mankind is starting to fight back and take back the Earth," shares Adams. "However, something is obviously not perfect, or we wouldn't have a sequel. We try to keep the stories in our games simple, so players should have no trouble picking it up."https://tpucdn.com/img/LnENhIMDN1WzCYLo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LnENhIMDN1WzCYLo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/x0dmyajXfabQ9lXM_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/x0dmyajXfabQ9lXM.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/i7zANpVPjU4NoZOI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/i7zANpVPjU4NoZOI.jpg)
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PowerColor & Sapphire Launch Custom Radeon RX 7900 GRE Cards
PowerColor has today revealed the Red Devil Radeon RX 7900 GRE 16 GB (https://www.powercolor.com/cn/product?id=1688554377) graphics card, which appears to look like a slimmer version of its existing siblings—the more powerful Red Devil RX 7900 XT (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/powercolor-red-devil-rx-7900-xt.b9946) and 7900 XTX (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/powercolor-red-devil-rx-7900-xtx.b9945). We have experienced a steady flow of news relating to AMD's new Golden Rabbit Edition GPU (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-rx-7900-gre.c4166)—with benchmark results (https://www.techpowerup.com/311816/amds-radeon-rx-7900-gre-gets-benchmarked) released by review outlets in China, as well as a closer look at an unshrouded example (https://www.techpowerup.com/311822/amd-radeon-rx-7900-gre-asic-smaller-than-navi-31-slightly-larger-than-navi-21). It was previously reported that Team Red would not be producing a reference model—VideoCardz (https://videocardz.com/newz/sapphire-nitro-and-powercolor-red-devil-radeon-rx-7900-gre-graphics-cards-announced) now believes that XFX (https://img.ithome.com/newsuploadfiles/2023/7/4fb4000d-4751-4511-aac2-d280719c6f99.jpg) will be announcing itself as the primary manufacturing partner for said card.

Sapphire's custom equivalent was leaked (https://www.techpowerup.com/311590/sapphire-radeon-rx-7900-gre-pictured-a-unique-china-specific-sku) earlier this week—a NITRO+ Lite-esque shroud design was unboxed and photographed ahead of today's official reveal. At the time of writing Sapphire has not published a product page for its brand new RX 7900 GRE model, but retail units are available to buy from their official store on JD.com (https://item.jd.com/10030236470691.html). This NITRO+ variant is going for 5499 RMB (~$769), roughly $27 on top of AMD's official MSRP. PowerColor has not announced any pricing for the Red Devil RX 7900 GRE, but it has the same clock speeds—2050 MHz (game) & 2395 MHz (boost)—as the NITRO+. VideoCardz stated that these factory produced settings: "likely represent the highest configuration suggested by AMD."https://tpucdn.com/img/bxMOO99K3l4hNV0C_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bxMOO99K3l4hNV0C.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/gRKWpjDwRx13YMu4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gRKWpjDwRx13YMu4.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/toqfsY7oJ1wOu5En_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/toqfsY7oJ1wOu5En.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/L8MDdg7kXEq9ejrc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/L8MDdg7kXEq9ejrc.jpg)

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Acer Co-founder Skeptical about US Semiconductor Industry's Prospects
Stan Shih, the co-founder & honorary chairman of Acer Inc., thinks that the USA will have hard time catching up with Asian semiconductor production facilities. Yahoo Taiwan (https://tw.news.yahoo.com/%E7%BE%8E%E8%88%87%E5%8F%B0%E7%AB%B6%E7%88%AD%E5%8D%8A%E5%B0%8E%E9%AB%94%E4%BE%9B%E6%87%89%E9%8F%88-%E6%96%BD%E6%8C%AF%E6%A6%AE%EF%BC%9A%E9%96%80%E9%83%BD%E6%B2%92%E6%9C%89-043610530.html) managed to extract some choice comments from the multi-faceted businessman (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stan_Shih)—he believes that the US government's initiative to boost native chip making will not be enough to match existing overseas strongholds. A key area of focus was volume output—Shih reckons that North America is already too far behind Asian counterpart industries, with Acer's home base of Taiwan being particularly strong (in his opinion). Workplace culture and state of the art equipment are cited as the main pillars for success.

Shih observed that that US chip industry has historically been far too reliant on outsourcing (going back many decades) production to foreign facilities, and Asia's position has been fortified thanks to long established and optimized supply chains—he thinks that the American system (https://www.techpowerup.com/310545/u-s-administration-outlines-plan-to-strengthen-semiconductor-supply-chains) is not mature enough to reach parity. On a semi-related note, TSMC is reportedly struggling to get its new US facility fully operational—company chairman Mark Liu (according to Tom's Hardware (https://www.tomshardware.com/news/acer-founder-semiconductor-us-falling-behind)): "said that the Taiwanese company would delay mass production of its Arizona fab from early 2024 to 2025, partly due to a lack of cleanroom tools necessary to produce chips at scale." TSMC has been transferring staff (https://www.techpowerup.com/309696/tsmc-employees-experiencing-problems-in-arizona) from its home turf to plug staffing gaps at the Phoenix facility—Liu divulged his latest batch of complaints during an earnings conference (last Thursday (https://www.tomshardware.com/news/tsmc-postpones-mass-production-at-arizona-fab-to-2025)): "We are encountering certain challenges, as there is an insufficient number of skilled workers with the specialized expertise required for equipment installation in a semiconductor-grade facility."https://tpucdn.com/img/w7JDaSZKeYfjiH4L_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/w7JDaSZKeYfjiH4L.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vpg5rB3UHADT8sPJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vpg5rB3UHADT8sPJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hBgbXEzk11PqtVj7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hBgbXEzk11PqtVj7.jpg)

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GoDeal24 Announces July Sale, Save up to 62% on Genuine Software
GoDeal24 announces the July 2023 Sale. Get the software you need at the prices you want! As you plan your next-generation gaming PC build, let GoDeal help you find the software it needs, such as Genuine Windows 11 Pro, and Office 2021 Professional, at some of the lowest prices on the web. Get Windows 11 Pro at just $10.25. Office 2021 Professional Plus can be had at $24.25. Better yet, combine the two for just $32.99, and save even more. Check out great deals on other editions of Windows and Office, their combos, and system utilities.

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(PR) SolidRun Intros Bedrock R7000 - an AMD Ryzen 7840HS Powered Fanless Edge-AI IPC
SolidRun has announced the world's first rugged system design that combines 8-core AMD Ryzen 7040 series processors with multiple Hailo-8 AI accelerators to create its Bedrock R7000 Edge AI for artificial intelligence (AI) applications. This new member in SolidRun's Bedrock family of fanless modular industrial PCs is specifically designed to meet demanding vision-based situational awareness in harsh environments.

The new system integrates with the AMD Ryzen 7840HS processor, a state-of-the-art 4 nm APU with 8C/16T Zen 4 CPU and integrated RDNA 3 Radeon 780M GPU. The 20 native PCIe Gen 4 lanes and up to three Hailo-8 AI accelerators can be fully utilized together with NVMe Gen4x4 storage, dual 2.5 Gbit Ethernet and 4x4K displays. The CPU and all devices are passively cooled by the innovative fanless cooling system of the Bedrock R7000 in an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.https://tpucdn.com/img/HkVD3PJJNUHMvBrl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HkVD3PJJNUHMvBrl.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/RDzRdBL3bPw53zcN_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RDzRdBL3bPw53zcN.jpg)
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(PR) Starbreeze Schedules Payday 3 Closed Beta - August 2 to 7
Heisters! We are thrilled to announce that PAYDAY 3 is hosting a technical Closed Beta from August 2nd to August 7th. Players can sign-up for a chance to play the game on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1272080/PAYDAY_3/) and Xbox Series S|X. We have prepared a FAQ regarding the Closed BETA (see below).

PAYDAY 3 is the much anticipated sequel to one of the most popular co-op shooters ever. Since its release, PAYDAY-players have been reveling in the thrill of a perfectly planned and executed heist. That's what makes PAYDAY a high-octane, co-op FPS experience without equal.https://tpucdn.com/img/vQUhTguDBBDAUH0e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vQUhTguDBBDAUH0e.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lbliuhYH85niPAqO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lbliuhYH85niPAqO.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/1I4QAYDKvXpgf85m_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1I4QAYDKvXpgf85m.jpg)
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AMD Radeon PRO W7600 GPU Spotted in Geekbench Database
An interesting system popped up on Geekbench Browser early this morning—on initial inspection the evaluated high-end PC was sporting hardware of 2021-vintage, but its graphics card was observed as an outlier. The Intel Core i9-12900K (https://www.techpowerup.com/cpu-specs/core-i9-12900k.c2505) (Alder Lake-S) CPU was sitting on an MSI MPG Z690 Carbon WiFi (https://www.techpowerup.com/review/msi-mpg-z690-carbon-wifi/) mainboard, with 64 GB of DDR5 SDRAM (3990 MT/s). The benchmarked computer was running Microsoft Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) on a power saver (economizador) plan. According to the entry's OpenCL information section we are looking at an attached GPU device called "GFX1102 ID," the board name is revealed to be "AMD Radeon PRO W7600" with 8 GB of VRAM. This lower-end alternative to existing (RDNA 3) Radeon Pro models—W7900 (48 GB) and W7800 (32 GB)—could be nearing a public launch.

This information aligns the workstation-oriented card with AMD's Navi 33 GPU—the same GFX1102 designation appears within TPU's database entry (look at the Shader ISA (GFX11.0) graphics feature). VideoCardz reckons (https://videocardz.com/newz/amd-radeon-pro-w7600-to-feature-the-same-core-count-as-rx-7600) that the leaked Radeon PRO W7600 is closely related to AMD's mobile Radeon RX 7700/7600 series—based on Navi 33, due to their matching IDs. Their report proposed: "Based on this data, the GPU is expected to have a clock speed of 1940 MHz. Comparatively, this is 310 MHz lower than the Radeon RX 7600 (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-rx-7600.c4153) gaming model, which refers to its Game Clock of 2250 MHz. The Compute Unit field refers to "Workgroup Processor/WGP" cluster, so the card features 32 Compute Units or 2048 Stream Processors, the same configuration as the RX 7600. The card is listed with 8 GB of memory, but it remains uncertain whether this model will support ECC (error correction), a feature found in the W7900/W7800 models. It's important to note that the W6600 did not utilize this type of memory."https://tpucdn.com/img/Ova5vsFGN38B0kzR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ova5vsFGN38B0kzR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bL3XdqhhfagenyxG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bL3XdqhhfagenyxG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QVy1yAHraee1e18y_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QVy1yAHraee1e18y.jpg)

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It's been ten… long… years…We are thrilled to announce that Slender: The Arrival (https://www.slenderarrival.com/), the spine-chilling horror game that has captivated millions of players, is about to become even more terrifyingly immersive. Brace yourselves for a huge update coming this October as we introduce a complete visual overhaul utilizing the latest and greatest technologies within Unreal Engine 5.2.

Every shadow, every material, every model and every hair-raising encounter with the mysterious Slender Man (https://store.steampowered.com/app/252330/Slender_The_Arrival/) will be rendered in stunning detail. This new update not only enhances the graphics but also elevates the overall gameplay experience. Mark your calendars because this October, Slender Man is back.https://tpucdn.com/img/Ltmo2dUhPe3FHmYh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ltmo2dUhPe3FHmYh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/TBBO30EP8rTLzlxK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/TBBO30EP8rTLzlxK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ip50NREE5doVxRA3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ip50NREE5doVxRA3.jpg)
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NVIDIA Predicted to Pull in $300 Billion AI Revenues by 2027
NVIDIA has been raking in lots of cash this year and hit a major milestone back in late May, with a trillion dollar valuation (https://www.techpowerup.com/309409/nvidias-value-now-exceeds-usd-1-trillion)—its stock price doubled thanks to upward trends in the artificial intelligence market, with growing global demand for AI-hardware. Business Insider believes that Team Green will continue to do very well for itself over the next couple of years: "Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh has given NVIDIA's stock price another 20% upside to run—and even this new target of $530 is "conservative," according to a Sunday client note seen by Insider. Rakesh's previous price target for NVIDIA was $400. NVIDIA shares closed 0.7% higher at $446.12 apiece on Monday. The stock has surged 205% so far this year."

Despite the emergence of competing hardware from the likes of AMD (https://www.techpowerup.com/310040/amd-details-new-epyc-cpus-next-generation-amd-instinct-accelerator-and-networking-portfolio-for-cloud-and-enterprise) and Intel, Rakesh predicts that NVIDIA will maintain a dominant position in the AI chip market until at least 2027: "With demand for generative AI accelerating, we see significant opportunities for hardware suppliers powering the higher compute needs for large-language models, particularly AI powerhouse NVIDIA. Insider reports that the company: "could generate around $300 billion in AI-specific revenue by 2027 with a 75% market share of AI server units...That's 10 times his projection (https://www.marketwatch.com/story/nvidia-is-dominating-and-could-unlock-300-billion-in-ai-revenue-by-2027-analyst-says-915935c0) of $25 billion to $30 billion in AI revenues this year." Rakesh has reportedly stuck with a $140 buy rating and price target for AMD shares.https://tpucdn.com/img/Swj2yAoE4fp8gKkY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Swj2yAoE4fp8gKkY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/PoFx2lTtCnF9RXRS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PoFx2lTtCnF9RXRS.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/48JlDAARiXm4Cb4i_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/48JlDAARiXm4Cb4i.jpg)

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Seagate Starts Shipping Commercial Exos HAMR HDDs
Seagate has revealed that it has received revenue for Exos Corvault (https://www.seagate.com/gb/en/products/storage/data-storage-systems/corvault/) systems during a fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 conference call (https://seekingalpha.com/article/4620260-seagate-technology-holdings-plc-stx-q4-2023-earnings-call-transcript)—the latest server range is equipped with heat-assisted magnetic recording (HAMR) hard drives. We heard about evaluation samples being sent out to an important data center client around Spring time (https://www.techpowerup.com/309787/seagate-hamr-32-tb-capacity-drives-arriving-later-this-year-40-tb-in-2024), but fresh corporate announcements (https://www.techpowerup.com/311745/seagate-technology-reports-fiscal-fourth-quarter-and-fiscal-year-2023-financial-results) have revealed that the first commercial HAMR-based systems have been picked up by paying customers. Gianluca Romano, the firm's chief financial officer stated: "Importantly, we shipped our first HAMR-based CORVAULT system for revenue as planned during the June quarter. We expect broader availability of these CORVAULT systems by the end of calendar 2023."

Seagate's chief executive, Dave Mosley, also revealed that higher capacity HAMR-based nearline hard drives have been sent out for testing in the field. He boasts that this was achieved during corporate cost cutting initiatives: "We reduced production output by approximately 25% compared with peak volume in order to drive better supply/demand dynamics and enhance profitability as the markets recover. And all of these accomplishments were made while delivering on our 30 TB+ HAMR product development and qualification milestones with volume ramp on track to begin in early calendar 2024...Initial customer qualifications are progressing well. We are on track to begin volume ramp in early calendar 2024. We are also preparing qualifications with a broader number of customers, including testing for lower capacity drives targeting VIA and enterprise OEM workloads." He also outlined plans to keep PMR and SMR hard drive technologies alive for another generation: "Development efforts on what may be our last PMR product are nearing completion and will extend drive capacities into the mid- to upper 20 TB range." Clients who are reluctant to jump onto HAMR could be offered some alternatives—24 TB+ models based on PMR+TDMR and SMR+TDMR configurations are roadmapped for release by the end of the year.https://tpucdn.com/img/GNnW2fL9u7jgmhGr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/GNnW2fL9u7jgmhGr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DoTtqwF8TNXMFPnC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DoTtqwF8TNXMFPnC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/he8K2HNHL17d7tB2_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/he8K2HNHL17d7tB2.jpg)
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(PR) AMD & Xilinx Introduce the Versal HBM Series VHK158 Evaluation Kit
Introducing the Versal HBM Series VHK158 Evaluation Kit. This features the Versal HBM series VH1582 device, which integrates multi-Tbps High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), hardened connectivity IP, and adaptive compute in a single device, eliminating the bottlenecks between memory, I/O, and compute while delivering up to 6 times more memory bandwidth.

The VHK158 evaluation kit is an evaluation platform for the Versal HBM series VH1582 device designed to keep up with the higher memory needs of compute intensive, memory bound applications, providing adaptable acceleration for data center, wired networking, test & measurement, and aerospace & defense applications. The VHK158 board's primary focus is to enable demonstration and evaluation of the VH1582 silicon and support customer application developmenthttps://tpucdn.com/img/E4wDoI1UAwOcL5QX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/E4wDoI1UAwOcL5QX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/P1wy6Gu12dhVjXj6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/P1wy6Gu12dhVjXj6.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Bc93P4ylWlbKN01i_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Bc93P4ylWlbKN01i.jpg)
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(PR) REDMAGIC Announces New Cyberbuds DAO TWS
REDMAGIC, the gaming brand known for its iconic flagship professional gaming smartphones, continues to expand its gaming line with the new REDMAGIC Cyberbuds DAO TWS for international markets. The wireless earphones offer seamless connectivity with a futuristic design and RGB effects to offer comfort, and durability for gamers. Powered by Qualcomm's latest Bluetooth 5.3, Qualcomm S5, it offers a minimum delay of 28 ms when connected with the matching dongle. Capable of running as long as seven hours at a single charge, the new Cyberbuds DAO TWS are compatible with PC, PS4, PS5, Switch and android smartphones.

For a better gaming experience in various scenarios, users can modify the RGB light effects and sound modes. The earphones and charging base have a modern transparent design, showcasing cyber technology with cool RGB light effects and sci-fi vibes. An application called "Goper" is also available in PlayStore and soon in App Store, that allows users to manage functions such as codec format (SBC, AAC, LE Audio, aptX, and LHDC 5.0), audio EQ modes, game modes, lighting effects, and even pop-up window pairing when connected to a smartphone.https://tpucdn.com/img/rOyqwAk6HnI3aVoJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rOyqwAk6HnI3aVoJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hfuv7mjF5jR2EfFB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hfuv7mjF5jR2EfFB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ce5DMGkcxwJ4xTwg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ce5DMGkcxwJ4xTwg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/e6J5V9z9D5Pmva6K_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/e6J5V9z9D5Pmva6K.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9bV6069B10fI73wx_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9bV6069B10fI73wx.jpg)
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DeepCool, a leading provider of high-performance cooling solutions for computers, is proud to announce the release of its latest product, the AN600 low profile air cooler. The AN600 is the perfect option for mid-level small form-factor systems that require a short CPU cooler. Designed to provide 180 W of cooling, the AN600 is the perfect match for processors that are not K-designated or for HEDT.

The AN600 features a stylish modern minimalist design with a brushed aluminium finish and a window into the fan motor that displays the high-quality FDB bearing. The AN600 utilizes 6 optimized heat pipes and a raised copper cold plate to pack 180 W of cooling potential in a short 67 mm tall CPU cooler. Its balanced two-way heat pipe technology and full ITX motherboard compatibility make it an ideal choice for gamers and enthusiasts who want high-performance cooling in a compact package.https://tpucdn.com/img/2ozBfyFXVmQqufR6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/2ozBfyFXVmQqufR6.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/dxou72xEors6zFXz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/dxou72xEors6zFXz.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5YldWUIsWWkRKeF0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5YldWUIsWWkRKeF0.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/p35B5AUKlxMk895A_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/p35B5AUKlxMk895A.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/o7Fa3gZqAjOMVgc7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/o7Fa3gZqAjOMVgc7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Y9hKUuinRKYm9ry6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Y9hKUuinRKYm9ry6.jpg)
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(PR) Sony Celebrates PlayStation 5 Surpassing 40 Million Unit Sales
We launched PlayStation 5 (https://www.playstation.com/en-us/ps5/) in November 2020 and the world was in a strange and different place than when we announced the console in 2019. Despite the unprecedented challenges of COVID, our teams and our partners worked diligently to deliver PS5 on time. We continued to face headwinds with the pandemic, and it took months for supply chains to normalize so we could have the inventory to keep up with demand. For more months than I care to remember, we kept thanking our community for their patience while working through these issues. But now PS5 supply is well-stocked and we are seeing that pent up demand finally being met.

With the support of PlayStation fans, we have reached a milestone of 40 million PS5 consoles sold through to gamers since launch. Thank you so much to our community of gamers - without you this would have been an impossible task. PS5 launched with the best catalog of games in our history and the momentum for great content keeps getting stronger. From innovative indie games to AAA blockbusters, there are more than 2,500 PS5 games now available, and it has never been a better time to experience PS5 In the last two months alone, we have seen incredible new games from our partners, including Final Fantasy XVI, Diablo IV, and Street Fighter 6.https://tpucdn.com/img/WxEthvJVr0rBsR5M_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WxEthvJVr0rBsR5M.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Zt6Lh9zTKAailmyj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Zt6Lh9zTKAailmyj.jpg)
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(PR) Lords of the Fallen Showcased in Extended Gameplay Presentation
Lords of the Fallen (https://lordsofthefallen.com/) beckons with an all-new 18-minute Extended Gameplay Presentation. Witness exhilarating combat in vast sprawling lands, calamitous boss fights that call for the utmost of nerves, and the ever-looming threat that spills darkness into this world. Set your gaze below..."The team at Hexworks (https://hexworks.com/) is thrilled to finally share an extended gameplay presentation and reveal numerous new details of our dark fantasy action-RPG," said Saul Gascon, Head of Studio. "We have passionately carved our own path in this increasingly popular genre, and we are particularly excited to see how players will approach the game's unique dual-world mechanic when it releases this October."

Explore two, vast interconnected worlds
Mournstead stands ever parallel, luring all would-be adventurers who seek righteous glory. This vast and sprawling world of Lords of the Fallen beckons for exploration, from the ascending cliff face of Pilgrim's Perch, to the ever-burning city of Calrath. As you venture into the rich world of Lords of the Fallen, you will uncover that each major environment is interconnected with at least two others, offering freedom to forge your own path, that aligns with your story. Be warned As the lamp-bearer, take great caution when you embark on your journey, for it will be perilous, fraught with unspeakable dangers, however, those who bargain with their life can uncover a realm teeming with untold treasures.https://tpucdn.com/img/hLILR8V0tmlhYtup_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hLILR8V0tmlhYtup.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/eWD3ULZYMqxqwzLw_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/eWD3ULZYMqxqwzLw.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/AF78BmThrZENW9Wo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AF78BmThrZENW9Wo.jpg)
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(PR) Silicon Motion Announces Results for the Period Ended June 30, 2023 and an Acquisition Update
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation ("Silicon Motion", the "Company" or "we") today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023. For the second quarter of 2023, net sales (GAAP) increased sequentially to $140.4 million from $124.1 million in the first quarter of 2023. Net income (GAAP) increased to $11.0 million, or $0.33 per diluted American Depositary Share of the Company ("ADS") (GAAP), from net income (GAAP) of $10.2 million, or $0.30 per diluted ADS (GAAP), in the first quarter of 2023.

For the second quarter of 2023, net income (non-GAAP) increased to $12.6 million, or $0.38 per diluted ADS (non-GAAP), from net income (non-GAAP) of $11.2 million, or $0.33 per diluted ADS (non-GAAP), in the first quarter of 2023.https://tpucdn.com/img/gXADzOlNswS7Py9p_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gXADzOlNswS7Py9p.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lC04u5hRYh8YUrFQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lC04u5hRYh8YUrFQ.jpg)
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AMD's Radeon RX 7900 GRE Gets Benchmarked
AMD's China exclusive Radeon RX 7900 GRE (https://www.techpowerup.com/news-tags/RX%207900%20GRE) has been put through its paces by Expreview and the US$740 equivalent card should in short not carry the 7900-series moniker. In most of the tests, the card performs like a Raden RX 6950 XT or worse, with it being beaten by the Radeon RX 6800 XT in 3D Mark Fire Strike, even if it's only by the tiniest amount. Expreview has done a fairly limited comparison, mainly pitching the Radeon RX 7900 GRE against the Radeon RX 7900 XT and NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4070, where it loses by a mile towards AMD's higher-end GPU, which by no means was unexpected as this is a lower tier product.

However, when it comes the GeForce RTX 4070, AMD struggles to keep up at 1080p, where NVIDIA takes home the win in games like The Last of US Part 1 and Diablo 4. In games like F1 22 and Assassin's Creed Hall of Valor, AMD is only ahead by a mere percentage point or less. Once ray tracing is enabled, AMD only wins in F1 22 and it's by less than one percent again and Far Cry 6, where AMD is almost three percent faster. Moving up in resolution, the Radeon RX 7900 GRE ends up being a clear winner, most likely partially due to having 16 GB of VRAM and at 1440p the GeForce RTX 4070 also falls behind in most of the ray traced game tests, if only just in most of them. At 4K the NVIDIA card can no longer keep up, but the Radeon RX 7900 GRE isn't really a 4K champion either, dropping under 60 FPS in more resource heavy games like Cyberpunk 2077 and The Last of Us Part 1. Considering the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti only costs around US$50 more, it seems like it would be the better choice, despite having less VRAM. AMD appears to have pulled an NVIDIA with this card, which at least performance wise, seems to belong in the Radeon RX 7800 segment. The benchmark figures also suggests that the actual Radeon RX 7800 cards won't be worth the wait, unless AMD prices them very competitively.

Update 11:45 UTC: [Editor's note: The official MSRP from AMD appears to be US$649 for this card, which is more reasonable, but the performance still places this in in a category lower than the model name suggests.]https://tpucdn.com/img/hhTaGYBjDrwrIi2O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hhTaGYBjDrwrIi2O.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/tVhiYy1O1Nk74mXF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tVhiYy1O1Nk74mXF.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/aNKqCkzm5ppkgJYy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/aNKqCkzm5ppkgJYy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/xOwrp0mkz4PJPGVe_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xOwrp0mkz4PJPGVe.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/y84B0404PNVkfXh9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/y84B0404PNVkfXh9.jpg)

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BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and storage devices, today announced its latest line-up of industrial motherboards and application systems. BIOSTAR's latest BIQ67-AHP, the BIW68-AHP, and the BIELK-PAT motherboards, with MT-J6412, and MT PRO-J6412 application systems are built to address various system integration and industrial needs, offering innovative features that ensure high performance, reliability, and longevity.

The BIQ67-AHP and BIW68-AHP motherboards are excellent for system integration, general industrial systems and GPU AI workstation. These allow businesses to have reliable computers that help stay up-to-date on customers' contact details, transaction history, accounts, communication, and business management on a reliable and efficient platform. Featuring Intel Q670 chipset and Intel W680 chipset respectively, the BIQ67-AHP and BIW68-AHP motherboards carry additional features and functionality such as DDR4 support up to 128 GB, dual Intel LAN, multiple PCI/PCIe slots, M.2 slots, USB 3.2, COM ports, and more. The BIELK-PAT motherboard, with its wide range temperature -40 °C ~ 85 °C and voltage support, is built to withstand and function optimally in diverse environments and outdoor applications. It is ideal for uses such as EV charging stations, kiosks, refrigerated factories, and is great for HMI applications for businesses of all sizes.https://tpucdn.com/img/yfTFIoDTvfCMYWhL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/yfTFIoDTvfCMYWhL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/RNI1yZzmNO7Afojz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RNI1yZzmNO7Afojz.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/e1MavmQ2WfGwApbc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/e1MavmQ2WfGwApbc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/iHdC2u1UMA55HZ7v_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/iHdC2u1UMA55HZ7v.jpg)
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(PR) AMD Announces Plan to Invest Approximately $400 Million Over the Next Five Years in India
AMD today announced plans for continued growth in India through an approximate $400M investment over the next five years. The planned investment includes a new AMD campus in Bangalore, Karnataka that will serve as the company's largest design center, as well as the addition of approximately 3,000 new engineering roles by the end of 2028. The new AMD campus is expected to open before the end of 2023 and will feature extensive lab space, state-of-the-art collaboration tools and seating configurations designed to foster teamwork. The investment is supported by the various policy initiatives of the Government of India focused on the semiconductor industry.

"We welcome the AMD plan to expand its leading-edge R&D engineering operations in India," said Mr. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Cabinet Minister for Railways, Telecommunications, Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. "I welcome AMD's decision to set up its largest R&D design center in India and expansion of the India-AMD partnership. It will certainly play an important role in building a world class semiconductor design and innovation ecosystem. It will also provide tremendous opportunities for our large pool of highly skilled semiconductor engineers and researchers and will catalyse PM Narendra Modi's vision of India becoming a global talent hub," said Mr. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.https://tpucdn.com/img/5ScjzO7yJNyMI1Lf_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5ScjzO7yJNyMI1Lf.jpg)
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AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE ASIC Smaller than Navi 31, Slightly Larger than Navi 21
The GPU at the heart of the China-exclusive AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE (Golden Rabbit Edition) sparked much curiosity. It is a physically different GPU from the one found in desktop Radeon RX 7900 XT and RX 7900 XTX graphics cards. AMD wouldn't go through all that effort designing a whole different GPU just for a limited edition graphics card, which means this silicon could find greater use for the company—for example, this could be the package AMD uses for its upcoming mobile RX 7900 series. AMD wouldn't go through all the effort designing a first-party MBA (made by AMD) PCB for the silicon just for the RX 7900 GRE, and so this PCB, with this particular version of the "Navi 31" silicon, could see a wider global launch, probably as the rumored Radeon RX 7800 XT, or something else (although with a different set of specs from the RX 7900 GRE).

We compared the sizes of the new "Navi 31" package found in the RX 7900 GRE, with those of the regular "Navi 31" powering the RX 7900 XT/XTX, the previous-generation "Navi 21" powering the RX 6900 XT, and the NVIDIA AD103 silicon powering the desktop GeForce RTX 4080. There are some interesting findings. The new smaller "Navi 31" package is visibly smaller than the one powering the RX 7900 XT/XTX. It is a square package, compared to the larger rectangular one, and has a significantly thinner metal reinforcement brace. What's interesting is that the 5 nm GCD is still surrounded by six 6 nm MCDs. We don't know if they've disabled two of the six MCDs, or whether they're dummies. AMD uses dummy chiplets as structural reinforcement in some of its EPYC server processors. The dummies spread some of the mounting pressure applied by the IHS or cooling solution, so the logic behind surrounding the GCD with six of these MCDs could be the same.https://tpucdn.com/img/WIzKNXRhfdFbXBDd_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WIzKNXRhfdFbXBDd.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DTG3B0dVNtzIBcAi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DTG3B0dVNtzIBcAi.jpg)
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Global memory brand Team Group announced the launch of its updated ELITE memory modules with enhanced frequencies today: the ELITE PLUS DDR5 and ELITE DDR5 Desktop Memory 6400 MHz (1.1 V CL52-52-52-103). Both comply with JEDEC memory standards and fulfill the needs of demanding applications and high-performance computing.

In response to the growing demand for high-speed computing and digital technology, Team Group has introduced the upgraded ELITE PLUS DDR5 6400 MHz and ELITE DDR5 6400 MHz memory modules, which boast higher frequencies and low power consumption. The updated specs of the ELITE memory fully meet the needs of learning, entertainment, and more on desktop computers. With the modules' low operating voltage of 1.1 V, power consumption is significantly reduced, and the computer's lifespan is extended. In addition, DDR5's Same-Bank Refresh feature and optimized IC structure can process the double amount of data simultaneously compared to DDR4, which enables computers to operate more smoothly while multi-tasking and significantly improves operating efficiency.https://tpucdn.com/img/RABhwXhV3xqJtGdG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RABhwXhV3xqJtGdG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HMbrTpEOSqpUjBBQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HMbrTpEOSqpUjBBQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/GupNJSsYa1ueLWeS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/GupNJSsYa1ueLWeS.jpg)
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AMD's Upcoming Strix Halo Mobile SoC Said To Feature 16 Cores, Improved IO Die and GPU
Based on details posted on Twitter/X by a pair of well known leakers, AMD appears to be working on a pair of different Ryzen 8000-series mobile processors. The previously known Strix Point is said to get up to four Zen 5 cores and eight Zen 5c cores, whereas the Strix Halo is said to get 16 Zen 5 cores, according to @Olrak29_. This is something that was posted by Moore's Law is Dead back in April as well, who claimed the chip will launch sometime at the end of 2024. MLID also suggested that the Strix Halo will feature a 40 CU GPU and a 256-bit LPDDR5X memory interface, making it a very different proposition from your average APU from AMD.

@kopite7kimi chimes in on Twitter to point out that "Strix Halo looks like a desktop Zen 5 with a different IOD." This is definitely something that would be possible for AMD to do and if we look at the MLID information, the Strix Halo processor appears to have something called a Mall Cache, which seems to be something of a catch all cache for the various components inside the chip, such as the AI Engine and the GPU. Time will tell if AMD delivers on Strix Halo or not, but this might be the first notebook processor that can handle gaming at a decent resolution without needing a discrete GPU. Then again, with a rumoured peak TDP of 120 W, this chip is also going to run hotter and draw more power than most mobile processors to date.https://tpucdn.com/img/2tCrY274S1sf6krQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/2tCrY274S1sf6krQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/fhJcBuF7TIYjiFWl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/fhJcBuF7TIYjiFWl.jpg)

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This Week in Gaming (Week 31)
As we enter the month of August, July still has a couple of new gaming titles to offer of which both obviously are launching on the same day. That said, August starts with a bang and brings a highly anticipated AAA title. The rest of this week's releases is as always a mix of games that will hopefully appeal to at least one of you, since the past polls suggest that the TPU readership is a picky crowd to please when it comes to games.

Baldur's Gate 3 (https://baldursgate3.game/) / This week's AAA title / Thursday 3 August
Gather your party and return to the Forgotten Realms in a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Mysterious abilities are awakening inside you, drawn from a mind flayer parasite planted in your brain. Resist, and turn darkness against itself. Or embrace corruption, and become ultimate evil. From the creators of Divinity: Original Sin 2 comes a next-generation RPG, set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons.https://tpucdn.com/img/8AHQC57oDucKY83Y_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8AHQC57oDucKY83Y.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/MxNkelEGGJtjL7G7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MxNkelEGGJtjL7G7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Fj19R1IxWydxVHgp_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Fj19R1IxWydxVHgp.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vNkQpRZIqc4oKEh7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vNkQpRZIqc4oKEh7.jpg)
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(PR) EasySMX 9124 Pro Gamepad Launched with Dual Hall System
We are very pleased to introduce to you our brand new product: EasySMX 9124 Pro Gamepad. Knowing your love for games, we want to give you a chance to change your gaming experience.

The trigger and joystick adopt the hall design, which provides a more accurate response time while the joystick is drifting, and also increases the life of the controller by 2-4 times. Whether you are a PC, Xbox, PlayStation or Switch player, our EasySMX 9124 Pro controller can be perfectly adapted. Simple connection and convenient operation allow you to fully immerse yourself in the game world. We know that games are not only a visual enjoyment, but also a physical and mental experience. Therefore, the EasySMX 9124 Pro handle is equipped with a vibration feedback system, allowing you to feel every hit, explosion or sprint.https://tpucdn.com/img/Mhz7bGCUsQGPwaO0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Mhz7bGCUsQGPwaO0.jpg)
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GoDeal24 Announces July Sale, Save up to 62% on Genuine Software
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PowerColor & Sapphire Launch Custom Radeon RX 7900 GRE Cards
PowerColor has today revealed the Red Devil Radeon RX 7900 GRE 16 GB (https://www.powercolor.com/cn/product?id=1688554377) graphics card, which appears to look like a slimmer version of its existing siblings—the more powerful Red Devil RX 7900 XT (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/powercolor-red-devil-rx-7900-xt.b9946) and 7900 XTX (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/powercolor-red-devil-rx-7900-xtx.b9945). We have experienced a steady flow of news relating to AMD's new Golden Rabbit Edition GPU (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-rx-7900-gre.c4166)—with benchmark results (https://www.techpowerup.com/311816/amds-radeon-rx-7900-gre-gets-benchmarked) released by review outlets in China, as well as a closer look at an unshrouded example (https://www.techpowerup.com/311822/amd-radeon-rx-7900-gre-asic-smaller-than-navi-31-slightly-larger-than-navi-21). It was previously reported that Team Red would not be producing a reference model—VideoCardz (https://videocardz.com/newz/sapphire-nitro-and-powercolor-red-devil-radeon-rx-7900-gre-graphics-cards-announced) now believes that XFX (https://img.ithome.com/newsuploadfiles/2023/7/4fb4000d-4751-4511-aac2-d280719c6f99.jpg) will be announcing itself as the primary manufacturing partner for said card.

Sapphire's custom equivalent was leaked (https://www.techpowerup.com/311590/sapphire-radeon-rx-7900-gre-pictured-a-unique-china-specific-sku) earlier this week—a NITRO+ Lite-esque shroud design was unboxed and photographed ahead of today's official reveal. At the time of writing Sapphire has not published a product page for its brand new RX 7900 GRE model, but retail units are available to buy from their official store on JD.com (https://item.jd.com/10030236470691.html). This NITRO+ variant is going for 5499 RMB (~$769), roughly $27 on top of AMD's official MSRP. PowerColor has not announced any pricing for the Red Devil RX 7900 GRE, but it has the same clock speeds—2050 MHz (game) & 2395 MHz (boost)—as the NITRO+. VideoCardz stated that these factory produced settings: "likely represent the highest configuration suggested by AMD."https://tpucdn.com/img/bxMOO99K3l4hNV0C_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bxMOO99K3l4hNV0C.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/gRKWpjDwRx13YMu4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gRKWpjDwRx13YMu4.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/toqfsY7oJ1wOu5En_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/toqfsY7oJ1wOu5En.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/L8MDdg7kXEq9ejrc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/L8MDdg7kXEq9ejrc.jpg)

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Acer Co-founder Skeptical about US Semiconductor Industry's Prospects
Stan Shih, the co-founder & honorary chairman of Acer Inc., thinks that the USA will have hard time catching up with Asian semiconductor production facilities. Yahoo Taiwan (https://tw.news.yahoo.com/%E7%BE%8E%E8%88%87%E5%8F%B0%E7%AB%B6%E7%88%AD%E5%8D%8A%E5%B0%8E%E9%AB%94%E4%BE%9B%E6%87%89%E9%8F%88-%E6%96%BD%E6%8C%AF%E6%A6%AE%EF%BC%9A%E9%96%80%E9%83%BD%E6%B2%92%E6%9C%89-043610530.html) managed to extract some choice comments from the multi-faceted businessman (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stan_Shih)—he believes that the US government's initiative to boost native chip making will not be enough to match existing overseas strongholds. A key area of focus was volume output—Shih reckons that North America is already too far behind Asian counterpart industries, with Acer's home base of Taiwan being particularly strong (in his opinion). Workplace culture and state of the art equipment are cited as the main pillars for success.

Shih observed that that US chip industry has historically been far too reliant on outsourcing (going back many decades) production to foreign facilities, and Asia's position has been fortified thanks to long established and optimized supply chains—he thinks that the American system (https://www.techpowerup.com/310545/u-s-administration-outlines-plan-to-strengthen-semiconductor-supply-chains) is not mature enough to reach parity. On a semi-related note, TSMC is reportedly struggling to get its new US facility fully operational—company chairman Mark Liu (according to Tom's Hardware (https://www.tomshardware.com/news/acer-founder-semiconductor-us-falling-behind)): "said that the Taiwanese company would delay mass production of its Arizona fab from early 2024 to 2025, partly due to a lack of cleanroom tools necessary to produce chips at scale." TSMC has been transferring staff (https://www.techpowerup.com/309696/tsmc-employees-experiencing-problems-in-arizona) from its home turf to plug staffing gaps at the Phoenix facility—Liu divulged his latest batch of complaints during an earnings conference (last Thursday (https://www.tomshardware.com/news/tsmc-postpones-mass-production-at-arizona-fab-to-2025)): "We are encountering certain challenges, as there is an insufficient number of skilled workers with the specialized expertise required for equipment installation in a semiconductor-grade facility."https://tpucdn.com/img/w7JDaSZKeYfjiH4L_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/w7JDaSZKeYfjiH4L.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vpg5rB3UHADT8sPJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vpg5rB3UHADT8sPJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hBgbXEzk11PqtVj7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hBgbXEzk11PqtVj7.jpg)

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(PR) SolidRun Intros Bedrock R7000 - an AMD Ryzen 7840HS Powered Fanless Edge-AI IPC
SolidRun has announced the world's first rugged system design that combines 8-core AMD Ryzen 7040 series processors with multiple Hailo-8 AI accelerators to create its Bedrock R7000 Edge AI for artificial intelligence (AI) applications. This new member in SolidRun's Bedrock family of fanless modular industrial PCs is specifically designed to meet demanding vision-based situational awareness in harsh environments.

The new system integrates with the AMD Ryzen 7840HS processor, a state-of-the-art 4 nm APU with 8C/16T Zen 4 CPU and integrated RDNA 3 Radeon 780M GPU. The 20 native PCIe Gen 4 lanes and up to three Hailo-8 AI accelerators can be fully utilized together with NVMe Gen4x4 storage, dual 2.5 Gbit Ethernet and 4x4K displays. The CPU and all devices are passively cooled by the innovative fanless cooling system of the Bedrock R7000 in an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.https://tpucdn.com/img/HkVD3PJJNUHMvBrl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HkVD3PJJNUHMvBrl.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/RDzRdBL3bPw53zcN_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RDzRdBL3bPw53zcN.jpg)
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Heisters! We are thrilled to announce that PAYDAY 3 is hosting a technical Closed Beta from August 2nd to August 7th. Players can sign-up for a chance to play the game on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1272080/PAYDAY_3/) and Xbox Series S|X. We have prepared a FAQ regarding the Closed BETA (see below).

PAYDAY 3 is the much anticipated sequel to one of the most popular co-op shooters ever. Since its release, PAYDAY-players have been reveling in the thrill of a perfectly planned and executed heist. That's what makes PAYDAY a high-octane, co-op FPS experience without equal.https://tpucdn.com/img/vQUhTguDBBDAUH0e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vQUhTguDBBDAUH0e.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lbliuhYH85niPAqO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lbliuhYH85niPAqO.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/1I4QAYDKvXpgf85m_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1I4QAYDKvXpgf85m.jpg)
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AMD Radeon PRO W7600 GPU Spotted in Geekbench Database
An interesting system popped up on Geekbench Browser early this morning—on initial inspection the evaluated high-end PC was sporting hardware of 2021-vintage, but its graphics card was observed as an outlier. The Intel Core i9-12900K (https://www.techpowerup.com/cpu-specs/core-i9-12900k.c2505) (Alder Lake-S) CPU was sitting on an MSI MPG Z690 Carbon WiFi (https://www.techpowerup.com/review/msi-mpg-z690-carbon-wifi/) mainboard, with 64 GB of DDR5 SDRAM (3990 MT/s). The benchmarked computer was running Microsoft Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) on a power saver (economizador) plan. According to the entry's OpenCL information section we are looking at an attached GPU device called "GFX1102 ID," the board name is revealed to be "AMD Radeon PRO W7600" with 8 GB of VRAM. This lower-end alternative to existing (RDNA 3) Radeon Pro models—W7900 (48 GB) and W7800 (32 GB)—could be nearing a public launch.

This information aligns the workstation-oriented card with AMD's Navi 33 GPU—the same GFX1102 designation appears within TPU's database entry (look at the Shader ISA (GFX11.0) graphics feature). VideoCardz reckons (https://videocardz.com/newz/amd-radeon-pro-w7600-to-feature-the-same-core-count-as-rx-7600) that the leaked Radeon PRO W7600 is closely related to AMD's mobile Radeon RX 7700/7600 series—based on Navi 33, due to their matching IDs. Their report proposed: "Based on this data, the GPU is expected to have a clock speed of 1940 MHz. Comparatively, this is 310 MHz lower than the Radeon RX 7600 (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-rx-7600.c4153) gaming model, which refers to its Game Clock of 2250 MHz. The Compute Unit field refers to "Workgroup Processor/WGP" cluster, so the card features 32 Compute Units or 2048 Stream Processors, the same configuration as the RX 7600. The card is listed with 8 GB of memory, but it remains uncertain whether this model will support ECC (error correction), a feature found in the W7900/W7800 models. It's important to note that the W6600 did not utilize this type of memory."https://tpucdn.com/img/Ova5vsFGN38B0kzR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ova5vsFGN38B0kzR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bL3XdqhhfagenyxG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bL3XdqhhfagenyxG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QVy1yAHraee1e18y_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QVy1yAHraee1e18y.jpg)

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NVIDIA Predicted to Pull in $300 Billion AI Revenues by 2027
NVIDIA has been raking in lots of cash this year and hit a major milestone back in late May, with a trillion dollar valuation (https://www.techpowerup.com/309409/nvidias-value-now-exceeds-usd-1-trillion)—its stock price doubled thanks to upward trends in the artificial intelligence market, with growing global demand for AI-hardware. Business Insider believes that Team Green will continue to do very well for itself over the next couple of years: "Mizuho analyst Vijay Rakesh has given NVIDIA's stock price another 20% upside to run—and even this new target of $530 is "conservative," according to a Sunday client note seen by Insider. Rakesh's previous price target for NVIDIA was $400. NVIDIA shares closed 0.7% higher at $446.12 apiece on Monday. The stock has surged 205% so far this year."

Despite the emergence of competing hardware from the likes of AMD (https://www.techpowerup.com/310040/amd-details-new-epyc-cpus-next-generation-amd-instinct-accelerator-and-networking-portfolio-for-cloud-and-enterprise) and Intel, Rakesh predicts that NVIDIA will maintain a dominant position in the AI chip market until at least 2027: "With demand for generative AI accelerating, we see significant opportunities for hardware suppliers powering the higher compute needs for large-language models, particularly AI powerhouse NVIDIA. Insider reports that the company: "could generate around $300 billion in AI-specific revenue by 2027 with a 75% market share of AI server units...That's 10 times his projection (https://www.marketwatch.com/story/nvidia-is-dominating-and-could-unlock-300-billion-in-ai-revenue-by-2027-analyst-says-915935c0) of $25 billion to $30 billion in AI revenues this year." Rakesh has reportedly stuck with a $140 buy rating and price target for AMD shares.https://tpucdn.com/img/Swj2yAoE4fp8gKkY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Swj2yAoE4fp8gKkY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/PoFx2lTtCnF9RXRS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PoFx2lTtCnF9RXRS.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/48JlDAARiXm4Cb4i_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/48JlDAARiXm4Cb4i.jpg)

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Seagate Starts Shipping Commercial Exos HAMR HDDs
Seagate has revealed that it has received revenue for Exos Corvault (https://www.seagate.com/gb/en/products/storage/data-storage-systems/corvault/) systems during a fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 conference call (https://seekingalpha.com/article/4620260-seagate-technology-holdings-plc-stx-q4-2023-earnings-call-transcript)—the latest server range is equipped with heat-assisted magnetic recording (HAMR) hard drives. We heard about evaluation samples being sent out to an important data center client around Spring time (https://www.techpowerup.com/309787/seagate-hamr-32-tb-capacity-drives-arriving-later-this-year-40-tb-in-2024), but fresh corporate announcements (https://www.techpowerup.com/311745/seagate-technology-reports-fiscal-fourth-quarter-and-fiscal-year-2023-financial-results) have revealed that the first commercial HAMR-based systems have been picked up by paying customers. Gianluca Romano, the firm's chief financial officer stated: "Importantly, we shipped our first HAMR-based CORVAULT system for revenue as planned during the June quarter. We expect broader availability of these CORVAULT systems by the end of calendar 2023."

Seagate's chief executive, Dave Mosley, also revealed that higher capacity HAMR-based nearline hard drives have been sent out for testing in the field. He boasts that this was achieved during corporate cost cutting initiatives: "We reduced production output by approximately 25% compared with peak volume in order to drive better supply/demand dynamics and enhance profitability as the markets recover. And all of these accomplishments were made while delivering on our 30 TB+ HAMR product development and qualification milestones with volume ramp on track to begin in early calendar 2024...Initial customer qualifications are progressing well. We are on track to begin volume ramp in early calendar 2024. We are also preparing qualifications with a broader number of customers, including testing for lower capacity drives targeting VIA and enterprise OEM workloads." He also outlined plans to keep PMR and SMR hard drive technologies alive for another generation: "Development efforts on what may be our last PMR product are nearing completion and will extend drive capacities into the mid- to upper 20 TB range." Clients who are reluctant to jump onto HAMR could be offered some alternatives—24 TB+ models based on PMR+TDMR and SMR+TDMR configurations are roadmapped for release by the end of the year.https://tpucdn.com/img/GNnW2fL9u7jgmhGr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/GNnW2fL9u7jgmhGr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DoTtqwF8TNXMFPnC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DoTtqwF8TNXMFPnC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/he8K2HNHL17d7tB2_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/he8K2HNHL17d7tB2.jpg)
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(PR) AMD & Xilinx Introduce the Versal HBM Series VHK158 Evaluation Kit
Introducing the Versal HBM Series VHK158 Evaluation Kit. This features the Versal HBM series VH1582 device, which integrates multi-Tbps High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), hardened connectivity IP, and adaptive compute in a single device, eliminating the bottlenecks between memory, I/O, and compute while delivering up to 6 times more memory bandwidth.

The VHK158 evaluation kit is an evaluation platform for the Versal HBM series VH1582 device designed to keep up with the higher memory needs of compute intensive, memory bound applications, providing adaptable acceleration for data center, wired networking, test & measurement, and aerospace & defense applications. The VHK158 board's primary focus is to enable demonstration and evaluation of the VH1582 silicon and support customer application developmenthttps://tpucdn.com/img/E4wDoI1UAwOcL5QX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/E4wDoI1UAwOcL5QX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/P1wy6Gu12dhVjXj6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/P1wy6Gu12dhVjXj6.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Bc93P4ylWlbKN01i_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Bc93P4ylWlbKN01i.jpg)
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(PR) REDMAGIC Announces New Cyberbuds DAO TWS
REDMAGIC, the gaming brand known for its iconic flagship professional gaming smartphones, continues to expand its gaming line with the new REDMAGIC Cyberbuds DAO TWS for international markets. The wireless earphones offer seamless connectivity with a futuristic design and RGB effects to offer comfort, and durability for gamers. Powered by Qualcomm's latest Bluetooth 5.3, Qualcomm S5, it offers a minimum delay of 28 ms when connected with the matching dongle. Capable of running as long as seven hours at a single charge, the new Cyberbuds DAO TWS are compatible with PC, PS4, PS5, Switch and android smartphones.

For a better gaming experience in various scenarios, users can modify the RGB light effects and sound modes. The earphones and charging base have a modern transparent design, showcasing cyber technology with cool RGB light effects and sci-fi vibes. An application called "Goper" is also available in PlayStore and soon in App Store, that allows users to manage functions such as codec format (SBC, AAC, LE Audio, aptX, and LHDC 5.0), audio EQ modes, game modes, lighting effects, and even pop-up window pairing when connected to a smartphone.https://tpucdn.com/img/rOyqwAk6HnI3aVoJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rOyqwAk6HnI3aVoJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hfuv7mjF5jR2EfFB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hfuv7mjF5jR2EfFB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ce5DMGkcxwJ4xTwg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ce5DMGkcxwJ4xTwg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/e6J5V9z9D5Pmva6K_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/e6J5V9z9D5Pmva6K.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9bV6069B10fI73wx_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9bV6069B10fI73wx.jpg)
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We launched PlayStation 5 (https://www.playstation.com/en-us/ps5/) in November 2020 and the world was in a strange and different place than when we announced the console in 2019. Despite the unprecedented challenges of COVID, our teams and our partners worked diligently to deliver PS5 on time. We continued to face headwinds with the pandemic, and it took months for supply chains to normalize so we could have the inventory to keep up with demand. For more months than I care to remember, we kept thanking our community for their patience while working through these issues. But now PS5 supply is well-stocked and we are seeing that pent up demand finally being met.

With the support of PlayStation fans, we have reached a milestone of 40 million PS5 consoles sold through to gamers since launch. Thank you so much to our community of gamers - without you this would have been an impossible task. PS5 launched with the best catalog of games in our history and the momentum for great content keeps getting stronger. From innovative indie games to AAA blockbusters, there are more than 2,500 PS5 games now available, and it has never been a better time to experience PS5 In the last two months alone, we have seen incredible new games from our partners, including Final Fantasy XVI, Diablo IV, and Street Fighter 6.https://tpucdn.com/img/WxEthvJVr0rBsR5M_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WxEthvJVr0rBsR5M.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Zt6Lh9zTKAailmyj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Zt6Lh9zTKAailmyj.jpg)
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(PR) Lords of the Fallen Showcased in Extended Gameplay Presentation
Lords of the Fallen (https://lordsofthefallen.com/) beckons with an all-new 18-minute Extended Gameplay Presentation. Witness exhilarating combat in vast sprawling lands, calamitous boss fights that call for the utmost of nerves, and the ever-looming threat that spills darkness into this world. Set your gaze below..."The team at Hexworks (https://hexworks.com/) is thrilled to finally share an extended gameplay presentation and reveal numerous new details of our dark fantasy action-RPG," said Saul Gascon, Head of Studio. "We have passionately carved our own path in this increasingly popular genre, and we are particularly excited to see how players will approach the game's unique dual-world mechanic when it releases this October."

Explore two, vast interconnected worlds
Mournstead stands ever parallel, luring all would-be adventurers who seek righteous glory. This vast and sprawling world of Lords of the Fallen beckons for exploration, from the ascending cliff face of Pilgrim's Perch, to the ever-burning city of Calrath. As you venture into the rich world of Lords of the Fallen, you will uncover that each major environment is interconnected with at least two others, offering freedom to forge your own path, that aligns with your story. Be warned As the lamp-bearer, take great caution when you embark on your journey, for it will be perilous, fraught with unspeakable dangers, however, those who bargain with their life can uncover a realm teeming with untold treasures.https://tpucdn.com/img/hLILR8V0tmlhYtup_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hLILR8V0tmlhYtup.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/eWD3ULZYMqxqwzLw_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/eWD3ULZYMqxqwzLw.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/AF78BmThrZENW9Wo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AF78BmThrZENW9Wo.jpg)
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(PR) Silicon Motion Announces Results for the Period Ended June 30, 2023 and an Acquisition Update
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation ("Silicon Motion", the "Company" or "we") today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023. For the second quarter of 2023, net sales (GAAP) increased sequentially to $140.4 million from $124.1 million in the first quarter of 2023. Net income (GAAP) increased to $11.0 million, or $0.33 per diluted American Depositary Share of the Company ("ADS") (GAAP), from net income (GAAP) of $10.2 million, or $0.30 per diluted ADS (GAAP), in the first quarter of 2023.

For the second quarter of 2023, net income (non-GAAP) increased to $12.6 million, or $0.38 per diluted ADS (non-GAAP), from net income (non-GAAP) of $11.2 million, or $0.33 per diluted ADS (non-GAAP), in the first quarter of 2023.https://tpucdn.com/img/gXADzOlNswS7Py9p_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gXADzOlNswS7Py9p.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lC04u5hRYh8YUrFQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lC04u5hRYh8YUrFQ.jpg)
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In the modern world, healthcare facilities rely on a steady supply of electricity to power essential medical equipment and provide continuous care to patients. However, power outages are an unfortunate reality, and these events can cripple a medical facility in a matter of minutes. This is where backup healthcare power solutions come in. In this article, we'll discuss why backup power is crucial for healthcare institutions and explore the benefits of solar power generators over traditional diesel options. We'll also take a look at some top Anker solar power generators, their respective features and advantages, and what medical devices they can support. Read on to find out!https://tpucdn.com/img/l2rlyELOOheU5IGh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/l2rlyELOOheU5IGh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9gSIzx925gz60xKq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9gSIzx925gz60xKq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LfOXU1yisfaHSn8L_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LfOXU1yisfaHSn8L.jpg)
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(PR) Xebec Snap: World's First Portable Monitors That Instantly Attach to Your Laptop, Now On Kickstarter
Xebec, a pioneering name in flexible work products, today announced the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for their latest innovation - the Xebec Snap, the first portable monitors that instantly snap onto your laptop. The Xebec Snap is the ultimate portable workstation that lets you instantly attach additional monitors to your laptop in portrait, landscape, or presentation mode. The Snap is available in Dual-Screen and Tri-Screen options, both featuring 13.3-inch Snap Screen displays with premium all-aluminium housing. The Snap's modular design enables users to perfectly optimize their work setup, allowing even greater flexibility to increase productivity based on the task at hand.

"The Xebec Snap is born out of our relentless pursuit of empowering users to be more productive and creative, no matter where they work," said Alex Levine, Co-founder and CEO of Xebec. "We've listened to our customers' feedback and are excited that the combination of our modular design, larger screens, and Xebec Snap technology creates a product that is truly one of a kind, offering a workspace like never before."https://tpucdn.com/img/CBjDEz99ywaEoQKK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CBjDEz99ywaEoQKK.jpg)
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(PR) AMD Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results, Revenue Down 18% YoY
AMD today announced revenue for the second quarter of 2023 of $5.4 billion, gross margin of 46%, operating loss of $20 million, net income of $27 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.02. On a non-GAAP basis, gross margin was 50%, operating income was $1.1 billion, net income was $948 million and diluted earnings per share was $0.58.

"We delivered strong results in the second quarter as 4th Gen EPYC and Ryzen 7000 processors ramped significantly," said AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su. "Our AI engagements increased by more than seven times in the quarter as multiple customers initiated or expanded programs supporting future deployments of Instinct accelerators at scale. We made strong progress meeting key hardware and software milestones to address the growing customer pull for our data center AI solutions and are on-track to launch and ramp production of MI300 accelerators in the fourth quarter."https://tpucdn.com/img/4qBUNmdRRSlsWToy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4qBUNmdRRSlsWToy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/FT0QFIs3QqvJfvgD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FT0QFIs3QqvJfvgD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/TaS46FESag9tdfjn_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/TaS46FESag9tdfjn.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HhmfhsvcASd3Fpde_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HhmfhsvcASd3Fpde.jpg)
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Corsair Intros 180-degree 12VHPWR Power Bridge
Corsair rolled out a handy accessory that should help cable management in builds with graphics cards that have 16-pin 12VHPWR power connectors. Called simply the 12VHPWR GPU Power Bridge, the contraption inverts the power connector 180° as shown in the pictures below; so your power cable emerging from behind the motherboard tray doesn't have to make that turn. The Power Bridge hence reduces mechanical stress on the power cable from your PSU.

Unlike several such 180° power bridges of generic brands floating around online retail, some of which even convert 8-pin PCIe to a 12VHPWR; the Corsair Power Bridge comes with the quality assurance that comes with the badge. The company claims to have extensively tested it for endurance. The internal wiring between the two connectors on the bridge is tested to withstand 105 °C temperatures. Please note, that the bridge is not physically compatible with the ASUS ROG Strix and TUF Gaming graphics cards. The company is backing this with a 1-year warranty.https://tpucdn.com/img/XjXToHWwkUGPjDAG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/XjXToHWwkUGPjDAG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/67Zms1K1nEf38fEw_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/67Zms1K1nEf38fEw.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6SnG5MngDWpQ3asq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6SnG5MngDWpQ3asq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/O6BppZJAY8D9n43L_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/O6BppZJAY8D9n43L.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/NMACIuNPwJd3YxPR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/NMACIuNPwJd3YxPR.jpg)

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(PR) Total War: PHARAOH - Canaanite Faction Deep Dive
INTRODUCING THE CANAANITE FACTIONS—Canaan is a region ravaged by wars waged by the larger empires bordering its north and south. However, while often disregarded by Hatti and Egypt, it's best not to underestimate the peoples of Canaan. Be it the humble diplomat or the great raider, a Canaan leader will rise from the embers of both Hatti and Egypt - be it through subterfuge or by further fanning the flames of war. Today, we're taking a look at the two playable Canaanite factions in Total War: PHARAOH (https://pharaoh.totalwar.com/). Please note that the game is still in development, and certain things may yet change between now and release.

THE CONTRASTING FIGURES OF IRSU AND BAY PROVIDE VERY DIFFERENT VISIONS FOR THE FUTURE OF EGYPT
Canaan's two leaders could hardly be more different from one another. Starting out in Retjenu, Irsu has no interest in ruling. Instead he yearns only to acquire. Be it resources, money or conflict - if you have something he wants, he will take it. Society's downfall is of no concern to him - he will continue to raze and loot regardless. A prize fighter who brings heavyweight champions to their knees, to most his arrival heralds an oncoming apocalypse.https://tpucdn.com/img/j96hbI0Md75xTSrj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/j96hbI0Md75xTSrj.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/mC8jHr7Lq5vdn584_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mC8jHr7Lq5vdn584.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/OiOpojCLSHN4sLBD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/OiOpojCLSHN4sLBD.jpg)
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(PR) Mortal Kombat 1 Out Next Month - Series History Explored
The fighting game genre has many notable franchises. One of the earliest to earn iconic status is Mortal Kombat. It punched its way onto the arcade scene in 1992 and quickly found its way to the home console market, wowing players with at-the-time realistic visuals and controversial over-the-top gore. That controversial content ushered in the now-industry standard ratings system, but Mortal Kombat's legacy has been defined by much more than that. For over 11 mainline installments, the series built gameplay innovations and an ever-growing roster atop its core 1-on-1 fighting system.

Ahead of the series returning to-and recreating-its "roots" with Mortal Kombat 1 (https://www.mortalkombat.com/en-us), now is an amazing time to look at how it evolved through the eras.https://tpucdn.com/img/a2RP7psam3GGucAL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/a2RP7psam3GGucAL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/nAWeSBi5WlI1WmtD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/nAWeSBi5WlI1WmtD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ujQbIqNxb1xCwATP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ujQbIqNxb1xCwATP.jpg)
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Introducing the EVGA SuperNOVA 1000 W/850 W Gold FTW Series - The power supply series designed to support up to 235% total power excursion and exceed the needs of today's most powerful PCs. With a half-bridge LLC resonant controller, DC-DC converter, and 100% Japanese Capacitors, the EVGA SuperNOVA 1000 W/850 W Gold FTW Series gives you the peace of mind to push your system to the limits.

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AMD Releases Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart-specific Graphics Drivers
AMD just released a special version of its Adrenalin graphics drivers with specific optimization for "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart." The company's recent 23.7.2 WHQL drivers lacked day-zero optimization for the game, which caused some controversy, especially given that real time ray tracing in the game wouldn't work. The one-off drivers carry the version number 23.10.23.03, and come with optimization for the game. They also address the application crash and driver timeout issues noticed when running the game with ray tracing and DSR enabled. Since these drivers are not a part of the main driver trunk of AMD Software, we will not be hosting them.

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(PR) Glorious Introduces the all-new Raptor Clicky Switch
It's time to awaken your gaming instincts and unleash the beast within. Our latest proprietary mechanical clicky switch is now available, and here to shake things up with seismic power. As the final piece to our switch trifecta, the Raptor Clicky Switch (https://www.gloriousgaming.com/products/glorious-raptor-switches) follows the might of the Panda Tactile Switch and the sleek swiftness of the Lynx Linear Switch, completing the circle of our Glorious family of switches.

When crafting the Raptor, we spared no expense in the meticulous attention to detail. Thanks to its premium click bar design, which reigns supreme over the average click jacket in regular clicky switches, the Raptor produces a thunderous click sound on both press and release. Using tighter manufacturing tolerances, we've minimized key wobble, ensuring a consistent sound and feel for each switch. Additionally, its pre-lubricated components provide smooth, scratch-free key presses without sacrificing that beloved clicky feel. The result? A premium switch that guarantees unparalleled performance and durability.https://tpucdn.com/img/noMcThb5C5gsVArR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/noMcThb5C5gsVArR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HVxKrgJvdVqAlB6q_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HVxKrgJvdVqAlB6q.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/AS8yQMT3UxfgODXJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AS8yQMT3UxfgODXJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/A8lHaQQXNG4To18j_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/A8lHaQQXNG4To18j.jpg)
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(PR) Deck13 Reveals a Last-minute Atlas Fallen Revelation
Hey everyone! The release of Atlas Fallen is imminent, we can't wait to see you glide across the sands of this shattered world! We cooked a special trailer for the occasion for you to discover new gameplay footage and a jaw-dropping vision of your fast-approaching journey in Atlas Fallen! Coming to Steam on August 10, the Standard and Limited editions are available for pre-order (https://www.focus-entmt.com/en/games/atlas-fallen#shop).

I don't like sand… I love it, duh!
In a devastated, sand-covered world, seize the divine power of a mysterious Gauntlet and wield heroic abilities to defeat a tyrannic, almighty god. Tame the sands to shape them into a shape-shifting weapon and watch it grow larger as you build Momentum to unleash the full, irrepressible power of the Gauntlet. The 151 Essence Stones that can be found in the world of Atlas grant you a wide range of extra effects and abilities. Whether you prefer to play aggressively or prefer to use shields, debuffs and healing, combine Essence Stones how you like to create your own approach to combat.https://tpucdn.com/img/IlnIZjAodEg2CTZ8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IlnIZjAodEg2CTZ8.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/j9lweIOyAB2w2rHY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/j9lweIOyAB2w2rHY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hyGcARBicqqTA5It_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hyGcARBicqqTA5It.jpg)
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(PR) Teledyne LeCroy Launches OakGate R350-G5-PowerPlus SSD Validation Solution
Teledyne LeCroy, the worldwide leader in protocol test and measurement solutions, is pleased to announce availability of the OakGate R350-G5-PowerPlus 3U Rackmount Appliance for PCI Express 5.0 (https://www.teledynelecroy.com/ssdtesting/r350-g5.aspx), with solid state drive (SSD) power and sideband test capabilities.

Data centers and Hyperscalers are measured on their power sustainability and power usage goals and require SSD vendors to test SSD performance during normal system shutdown, abnormal system shutdown, power surges, low and/or idle power states, and voltage fluctuations. SSD vendors would ideally like these test results to highlight competitive product differentiators, often citing lower active power consumption, better power efficiencies and/or reduced cooling efficiencies. SSD design and validation test engineers can now use the OakGate R350-G5-PowerPlus Rackmount Appliance to analyze voltage and current over time and under stress to determine SSD power utilization, efficiency, and consumption, and possibly find opportunities to improve SSD power consumption. Moreover, the R350-G5-PowerPlus operates without the use of 3rd-party power interposers, reducing cost and simplifying test setup.https://tpucdn.com/img/CnpoBQqsLu29nloL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CnpoBQqsLu29nloL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/U8s10T3bI6yPQfbo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/U8s10T3bI6yPQfbo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/m9sXBogY3ptslBwz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/m9sXBogY3ptslBwz.jpg)
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(PR) Xbox Game Pass Adds Broforce Forever, Everspace 2, A Short Hike & more...
My favorite announcements are those coming soon, especially when "soon" means "right now" (looking at you Celeste!). We have hikes, we have Bros., kingdoms, and space, and more, so let's get to the games!

Available Today
Celeste (Cloud, Console, and PC)—Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.https://tpucdn.com/img/32JvkI5fikowBumi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/32JvkI5fikowBumi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/OV2arrrxLffXji9x_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/OV2arrrxLffXji9x.jpg)
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(PR) Baldur's Gate 3 PC Launch Plans Revealed
Happy launch week, folks! We hope you've printed out your lawyer-approved special dispensation form to explain your mysterious absence from work on August 3rd to your boss (https://steamcommunity.com/linkfilter/?url=https://twitter.com/baldursgate3/status/1684202250363711491), because there are only two days to go before release. After six years in the making, Baldur's Gate 3 (https://baldursgate3.game/)'s PC launch is right around the corner and we couldn't have gotten here without you. So let's have one last Community Update before then to wrap things up, answer some of your biggest questions, and reveal a few final surprises before you finally get stuck in.

Launch Day
So just how big is this game, anyhow? What time should you expect the game to release? And where did I put my keys? The answers to most of these questions can be found below.https://tpucdn.com/img/HWFI0uxNnJxBytdN_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HWFI0uxNnJxBytdN.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hAaA8abkebLBx2WE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hAaA8abkebLBx2WE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/jFR01pRQnGyVPpAv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/jFR01pRQnGyVPpAv.jpg)
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NVIDIA joined Pixar, Adobe, Apple and Autodesk today to found the Alliance for OpenUSD (https://www.linuxfoundation.org/press/announcing-alliance-for-open-usd-aousd), a major leap toward unlocking the next era of 3D graphics, design and simulation. The group will standardize and extend OpenUSD, the open-source Universal Scene Description (https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/omniverse/usd/) framework that's the foundation of interoperable 3D applications and projects ranging from visual effects to industrial digital twins.

Several leading companies in the 3D ecosystem already signed on as the alliance's first general members—Cesium, Epic Games, Foundry, Hexagon, IKEA, SideFX and Unity. Standardizing OpenUSD will accelerate its adoption, creating a foundational technology that will help today's 2D internet evolve into a 3D web. Many companies are already working with NVIDIA to pioneer this future.https://tpucdn.com/img/23VyH82gXSKpZJCi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/23VyH82gXSKpZJCi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/EKtJSK8556f0ieN5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EKtJSK8556f0ieN5.jpg)
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(PR) Gunfire Games & Gearbox Celebrate Remnant 2 Passing One Million Units Sold
Remnant 2 (https://www.remnantgame.com/en/) sold more than one million units in just four days across PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 Gearbox Publishing announced today. Gamers and media around the globe showered praise on Remnant 2 as the breakout hit of 2023. Remnant 2, the follow-up to the best-selling Remnant: From the Ashes, also more than doubled the number of concurrent players at launch, breaking its own franchise record.

"To everyone who helped us achieve this amazing milestone, thank you for your unwavering support," said David Adams of Gunfire Games. "This was a multi-year journey for us and we couldn't be happier to see fans having such a great time with a game we put our heart and soul into."https://tpucdn.com/img/FXAFpKpoK2emUjWJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FXAFpKpoK2emUjWJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/YKHn6qVYQx3rcmDY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YKHn6qVYQx3rcmDY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/CbnJyNWVjonUuhkF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CbnJyNWVjonUuhkF.jpg)
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(PR) Xbox Introduces Stormcloud Vapor Special Edition Controller
Introducing a brand-new controller to the Xbox lineup, the Xbox Wireless Controller - Stormcloud Vapor Special Edition (https://www.xbox.com/en-us/accessories/controllers/stormcloud-vapor-special-edition). This controller's rich color will pull you in, featuring a dynamic dark navy swirl - each with its own energy and pattern. The design is inspired by clouds and storming skies, with each billowing puff of vapor bringing a unique design to each controller.

Stormcloud Vapor features rubberized, blue diamond-pattern grips on the back case that allow you to hold onto all your gaming action. By using Bluetooth and Xbox Wireless, the Stormcloud Vapor controller can connect to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles, PC, mobile phones and tablets. Its 3.5 mm audio jack allows you to talk with friends with your favorite compatible headset as you utilize the dedicated Share button to show off all your most unbelievable gaming highlights.https://tpucdn.com/img/YFmFtAItVMTeOr79_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YFmFtAItVMTeOr79.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/xReiNFH3DIrKTgEC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xReiNFH3DIrKTgEC.jpg)
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(PR) Inventec's C805G6 Data Center Solution Brings Sustainable Efficiency & Advanced Security for Powering AI
Inventec, a global leader in high-powered servers headquartered in Taiwan, is launching its cutting-edge C805G6 server for data centers based on AMD's newest 4th Gen EPYC platform—a major innovation in computing power that provides double the operating efficiency of previous platforms. These innovations are timely, as the industry worldwide faces converse challenges—on one hand, a growing need to reduce carbon footprints and power consumption, while, on the other hand, the push for ever higher computing power and performance for AI. In fact, in 2022 MIT found that improving a machine learning model tenfold will require a 10,000-fold increase in computational requirements.

Addressing both pain points, George Lin, VP of Business Unit VI, Inventec Enterprise Business Group (Inventec EBG) notes that, "Our latest C805G6 data center solution represents an innovation both for the present and the future, setting the standard for performance, energy efficiency, and security while delivering top-notch hardware for powering AI workloads."https://tpucdn.com/img/4aJDWULUeKZakuz6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4aJDWULUeKZakuz6.jpg)
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(PR) Anker Unleashes Groundbreaking Anker Prime Series Charging Solutions
Anker, the world's #1 mobile charging brand, today introduced its highly anticipated Anker Prime Series, setting a new standard for best-in-class charging solutions for every need. The new generation of high-speed, multi-port chargers were developed to leverage the full benefits of Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology, including more efficient power transfer, compact design and active heat reduction and monitoring. The Anker Prime lineup features the 240-watt charger for high-performance laptops and the 250-watt power bank (also available in two lower watt models) with an optional 100-watt charging base. The compact charging base enables users to wirelessly charge their power bank, and also doubles as a standalone charger. In addition, the Anker Prime series includes a 100-watt charger and 67-watt charger, as well as a sleek and powerful 6-in-1 charging station, ideal for maintaining an uncluttered workspace.

"When you are on the road with a phone, a tablet, a smartwatch, headphones, and a laptop - how often have you had to make a choice about which product to keep powered on?" asks Steven Yang, CEO of Anker. "At Anker, we understand these dilemmas and are dedicated to providing solutions that empower our customers to stay connected without compromise. Our latest Anker Prime Series has taken a leap forward in delivering charging accessories that not only charge everything faster but also cater to the growing demands of today's diverse devices. With the Anker Prime Series, Anker continues its mission to charge everything, anywhere, faster and all at once; empowering users with unrivaled power, portability, and performance."https://tpucdn.com/img/m3DQ2pDOd6fZPZif_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/m3DQ2pDOd6fZPZif.jpg)
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(PR) NVIDIA DLSS Coming to More Games
Each week, we bring you news of the latest DLSS and ray tracing integrations in games and apps. Last week, Remnant II launched with DLSS 2, new DLSS 3 integrations were revealed, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart launched with NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA DLAA, NVIDIA Reflex, and NVIDIA RTX IO. August looks to be another great month for DLSS and RTX, headlined by the official launch of Baldur's Gate 3, enhanced with DLSS 2 and DLAA.

Additionally, DLSS 3 has been added to DESORDRE: A Puzzle Game Adventure and Remnant II, and will be available at the launch of Lost Soul Aside. And as for DLSS 2, Grand Emprise: Time Travel Survival has just launched with support for frame rate accelerating technology. For gamers with GeForce RTX GPUs, DLSS ensures you receive the definitive experience in each title, and thanks to GeForce RTX Ray Tracing Cores, you'll enjoy the highest possible frame rates when enabling ray-traced effects in DESORDRE: A Puzzle Game Adventure and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.https://tpucdn.com/img/YLG2g6bMiXa98gjM_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YLG2g6bMiXa98gjM.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/cLp80kU235ONRKJN_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cLp80kU235ONRKJN.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ehbBfCsx6Dt3VNnC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ehbBfCsx6Dt3VNnC.jpg)
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(PR) New Alone in the Dark Teaser Trailer Released
Have you ever wondered what's lurking in the dark? Maybe it's best not to turn around... Alone in the Dark got a new teaser trailer showing a little more of the horrors that await. In this case: the Dark Man! Alone in the Dark is a love letter to the ground-breaking original that lets you experience a haunting story through the eyes of one of the two protagonists: play as either Edward Carnby or Emily Hartwood in this re-imagination of the classic survival horror game where Psychological Horror meets Southern Gothic. Explore your environments, fight monsters, solve puzzles, and uncover the uneasy truth of Derceto Manor...

Deep in the 1920's south, Emily Hartwood's uncle has gone missing. Together with private investigator Edward Carnby, she embarks on a journey to Derceto Manor, a home for the mentally ill where something is lurking. You'll encounter strange residents, nightmarish realms, dangerous monsters, and ultimately uncover the plot of rising evil. At the intersection of reality, mystery, and insanity, an adventure awaits that will change your core beliefs. Who can you trust, what will you believe, and what will you do next? Alone in the Dark is developed by Pieces Interactive in Sweden and will be coming to PC, Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5.https://tpucdn.com/img/ZEgrBHknSt3fEiK9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZEgrBHknSt3fEiK9.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/V7H19qTybgVWS7Cz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/V7H19qTybgVWS7Cz.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/I55GGqPpVDYPVNzn_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/I55GGqPpVDYPVNzn.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hoSDe3tUsWtjemU5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hoSDe3tUsWtjemU5.jpg)
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ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, announces the launch of the VX3267U-2K and VX3267U-4K monitors for a remarkable and immersive viewing experience. At 32-inches, with QHD and UHD resolution respectively, the VX3267U-2K and VX3267U-4K feature notable performance and features, including USB-C connectivity and HDR10 content support.

The ViewSonic VX3267U-2K and VX3267U-4K utilize the latest SuperClear IPS panel technologies to ensure stunning visuals to go along with the wide viewing angles. The VX3267U-2K features QHD (2560x1440) resolution, while the VX3267U-4K comes with native 4K UHD (3840x2160) resolution. Both come with super thin bezels, Flicker-Free technology, and a Blue Light Filter for reduced eye fatigue.https://tpucdn.com/img/uIFJcxWRGwrJ99mh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/uIFJcxWRGwrJ99mh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9wN3oZ06K0uWurts_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9wN3oZ06K0uWurts.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/CGmSPdXXfnSf6huP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CGmSPdXXfnSf6huP.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/y7dBLukl20rmbkLI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/y7dBLukl20rmbkLI.jpg)
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(PR) ASUS Announces TUF Gaming LC II 360 ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler
ASUS today announced the TUF Gaming LC II 360 ARGB AIO liquid cooler, armed with a beefy 360 mm radiator and offering dazzling Gen 2 ARGB lighting and compatibility with a wide variety of chassis and CPU sockets.

The TUF Gaming LC II ARGB series delivers the performance and features users need to bring out the best in any mainstream gaming build. Coolant flows through an illuminated coldplate to reinforced sleeved tubing that arrives at a high-capacity radiator chilled by three 120 mm ARGB fans - which have grooved fins for optimal airflow and reduced noise. Meanwhile, Aura Sync ARGB elements illuminating the radiator fans and the TUF Gaming logo on the pump cover ensure unmatched style.

The TUF Gaming LC II 360 ARGB also features a new cooling design where the pump head and motor are separated for less noise and vibration, while a new place-and-twist retention mechanism makes installation a snap by eliminating the need for tools. As a nod to premium durability, each cooler comes with a class-leading six-year ASUS warranty.https://tpucdn.com/img/ejaqqFUPqBmk7DLi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ejaqqFUPqBmk7DLi.jpg)
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(PR) It's Party Time: Baldur's Gate 3 Available Today on PC
An epic RPG six years in the making and more than twenty years in the waiting, Baldur's Gate 3 is out today on PC via Steam, GOG, and NVIDIA GeForce Now. The game releases at 8am PDT - see the attached map for the release time in your region. Baldur's Gate 3 is a next-generation RPG from the creators of Divinity: Original Sin 2, set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons and providing a level of breadth and depth unprecedented in a modern RPG.

More than twenty years after the release of Baldur's Gate 2, it's finally time to return to the Forgotten Realms. Your choices shape this tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power.https://tpucdn.com/img/Ns2EnUNgtmvXd4a5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ns2EnUNgtmvXd4a5.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/aJHDQElbwzXUMoId_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/aJHDQElbwzXUMoId.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/a6rNIWgRSUlAcaJS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/a6rNIWgRSUlAcaJS.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/p2wrRcXOnlQjrxpF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/p2wrRcXOnlQjrxpF.jpg)
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(PR) Corsair Gaming Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results, Revenue up 14.6% YoY
Corsair Gaming, Inc. ("Corsair" or the "Company"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance gear for gamers, streamers, content-creators, and gaming PC builders, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023, and reiterated its financial outlook for the full year 2023.

Second Quarter 2023 Select Financial Metrics

Net revenue was $325.4 million compared to $283.9 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 14.6%. Gaming components and systems segment net revenue was $246.7 million compared to $194.9 million in the second quarter of 2022, while Gamer and creator peripherals segment net revenue was $78.8 million compared to $89.0 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Net income attributable to common shareholders was $1.1 million, or net income of $0.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $59.4 million, or a net loss of $0.62 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022.
Adjusted net income was $9.8 million, or net income of $0.09 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net loss of $19.0 million, or a net loss of $0.20 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022.
Adjusted EBITDA was $17.8 million, compared to a loss of $11.0 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Cash and cash equivalents were $184.0 million as of June 30, 2023.

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PowerColor AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Pictured, Confirmed Based on "Navi 32"
PowerColor inadvertently released the first pictures of its AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Red Devil graphics card. These pictures confirm that the RX 7800 XT is based on a maxed out version of the "Navi 32" GPU (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/amd-navi-32.g1000), and not the compact "Navi 31" (https://www.techpowerup.com/311822/amd-radeon-rx-7900-gre-asic-smaller-than-navi-31-slightly-larger-than-navi-21) powering the limited edition RX 7900 GRE. The "Navi 32" is a chiplet-based GPU, just like the "Navi 31," albeit smaller. Its 5 nm GCD (graphics compute die) physically features 60 RDNA3 compute units, which work out to 3,840 stream processors, 120 AI accelerators, 60 Ray accelerators, 192 TMUs, and possibly 128 ROPs. This GCD is surrounded by four 6 nm MCDs (memory cache dies), which each has a 16 MB segment of the GPU's 64 MB Infinity Cache memory, and make up its 256-bit GDDR6 memory interface.

The specs sheet put out by PowerColor confirms that the RX 7800 XT maxes out the "Navi 32," enabling all 60 CUs, and the chip's full 256-bit memory interface, to drive 16 GB of memory. The RX 7800 XT uses 18 Gbps memory speed, and hence has 576 GB/s of memory bandwidth at its disposal. The PowerColor RX 7800 XT Red Devil has dual-BIOS, and assuming the "standard/silent" BIOS runs the card at AMD reference clock speeds, we're looking at Game clocks of 2210 MHz, and 2565 MHz boost. The Red Devil draws power from a dual 8-pin PCIe power connector set up (375 W max); the cooler is visibly smaller than the one on the company's RX 7900 series Red Devil cards. A 16+2 phase VRM powers the card. With pictures of the card out, we expect a global product launch within the next 30 days.https://tpucdn.com/img/VW8KexwZNKs35Zne_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VW8KexwZNKs35Zne.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Gp13iRUFMHtQ1Rum_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Gp13iRUFMHtQ1Rum.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Wyy05S04fBdfsOqI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Wyy05S04fBdfsOqI.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Vk7m6mJr76hAPrk4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Vk7m6mJr76hAPrk4.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/N6qzu3Kghx2bpKOY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/N6qzu3Kghx2bpKOY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/XYGowAXLdrCJPoZB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/XYGowAXLdrCJPoZB.jpg)

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(PR) Razer Nexus 3.0 Turbocharges Mobile Gaming on Android and iOS
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, already pushes boundaries of mobile gaming, but today unveiled a substantial update to its Razer Nexus app for both iPhone and Android. Nexus 3.0 brings a variety of innovative new features for Android and a polished and upgraded experience for iPhone users. As the main game launcher for Razer Edge & Kishi V2, and driven by Razer's dedication to high-performance gaming, the Razer Nexus 3.0 update embodies innovation, immersion, and intuitive user experiences. The app update is available to users free of charge.

Redefining Game Discovery: The Razer Nexus app becomes the ultimate game concierge, presenting a meticulously curated selection of games for the Razer community. Optional video previews and carefully considered categories minimize the time between discovery and gameplay. This enriched catalog is now live for Android and iPhone users.https://tpucdn.com/img/kqW27W97skE104u8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kqW27W97skE104u8.jpg)
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Blizzard Details Diablo IV Patch 1.1.1 Details Ahead of August 8 Launch
Blizzard has revealed full Diablo VI Patch 1.1.1 details although it won't be available until August 8th. The new patch mostly focuses on class balance changes and other various gameplay updates, but it does also bring some bug fixes as well.

The biggest improvements come to Sorcerers and Barbarians classes, with improved survivability for Sorcerers class and increased Fury generation on Basic Skills and increased power of Unique items for Barbarians. The patch also diversify the use cases for Legendary items and strengthen builds that aren't reaching a high power level. The full patch notes also include detailed adjustments for Rogue, Druid, and Necromancer classes as well. There is also an extensive list of gameplay updates which brings better rewards, but also higher health levels of bosses. There are plenty of other bug fixes and this patch comes to all platforms.https://tpucdn.com/img/7wfbzNySNuQAUfCX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7wfbzNySNuQAUfCX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Wj5xo278gj6wPwIk_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Wj5xo278gj6wPwIk.jpg)
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Xbox is coming to Gamescom 2023 in full force, showing 30 titles in three blocks. Starfield, Forza Motorsport, Microsoft Flight Simulator, Ara: History Untold, PayDay 3, Mortal Kombat 1, are just some of the titles that will be at the Xbox Gamescom booth.

Running from August 23rd to August 27th, Gamescom 2023 will definitely have some pretty big names from the game industry, and its Opening Night Live will be live on August 22nd, hosted and produced by Geoff Keighley.https://tpucdn.com/img/GnYSBSW0fwNmrV7s_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/GnYSBSW0fwNmrV7s.jpg)
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(PR) NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets 41 New Games This Month
The Ultimate upgrade is complete - GeForce NOW Ultimate performance is now streaming all throughout North America and Europe, delivering RTX 4080-class power for gamers across these regions. Celebrate this month with 41 new games, on top of the full release of Baldur's Gate 3 and the first Bethesda titles coming to the cloud as the NVIDIA and Microsoft partnership benefits gamers everywhere.

And catch GeForce NOW at QuakeCon - the popular bring-your-own-PC mega-event running Aug. 10-13 - where the in-person and digital GeForce NOW Ultimate challenge will kick off. Plus, game on with gaming peripherals and accessories company SteelSeries, which will be giving away codes for three-day GeForce NOW Ultimate and Priority memberships, along with popular GeForce NOW games and in-game goodies.https://tpucdn.com/img/FhjFo9qg1SPQhfr1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FhjFo9qg1SPQhfr1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/JnRPQquq28MfXgJq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/JnRPQquq28MfXgJq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LgKfCakRcqSv4OTq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LgKfCakRcqSv4OTq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QU7GdxvnqT8Zz3r1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QU7GdxvnqT8Zz3r1.jpg)
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(PR) Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Begins Shipping in August
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (14", 8) will begin shipping in August, becoming available in select markets around the world starting September. First introduced in March, this is the first 14-inch gaming laptop in the Legion ecosystem. Featuring up to AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPUs, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (14", 8) laptop can be pushed to its limits through Lenovo's AI Engine+, which harnesses the Lenovo LA1 AI chip to track key components and processes to maximize performance and battery life, growing more intelligent over time as it adapts to user habits.

"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (14", 8) embodies yet another set of innovation firsts for Lenovo's gaming offerings. Its new 14-inch form factor and a vibrant OLED panel bring to life the expectations and imaginations of our Legion of fans," said Jun Ouyang, Lenovo's vice president and general manager of the Consumer Business Segment, Intelligent Devices Group. "We are excited for the future of Lenovo Legion's ever-expanding ecosystem of gaming devices and peripherals and can't wait for gamers to get their hands on this new laptop."https://tpucdn.com/img/DjrDLIOLOAHv2NGA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DjrDLIOLOAHv2NGA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/FKmemghoiefEB5cG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FKmemghoiefEB5cG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/EYOkariAoLGz9TVz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EYOkariAoLGz9TVz.jpg)
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AMD Readying AGESA 1.0.0.7c for AM5 Motherboards
According to a post by @g01d3nm4ng0 on Twitter/X, we now know that AMD is readying yet another AGESA update for AM5 motherboards. The new version is, based on information from our own sources, a minor update to the current version. As such, AMD will be moving from 1.0.0.7b to 1.0.0.7c. @g01d3nm4ng0 didn't reveal any details of the new AGESA apart from the screenshot below, but we asked around and managed to find out what the new AESA addresses.

The update is specifically for those with Samsung DDR5 memory in their AM5 motherboards and it addresses multiple memory related stability issues. We weren't given the full details as to what those are, but there have been some reports about there being issues specifically with Samsung DDR5 memory in some AM5 boards and hopefully this will solve all those problems. We don't have a release time frame for the updated AGESA, but with 1.0.0.7b barely out the door, it might take a few weeks before this one makes it through all the internal testing at the motherboard makers.https://tpucdn.com/img/PSIqSCHBZhq2xydd_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PSIqSCHBZhq2xydd.jpg)

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(PR) KIOXIA Announces the First Samples of Hardware that Supports the Linux Foundation's Software-Enabled Flash Community Project
KIOXIA America, Inc. today announced the availability of the first hardware samples that support the Linux Foundation's vendor-neutral Software-Enabled Flash Community Project, which is making flash software-defined. The company is expecting to deliver customer samples in August 2023. Built for the demanding needs of hyperscale environments, Software-Enabled Flash technology helps hyperscale cloud providers and storage developers maximize the value of flash memory. The hardware from KIOXIA is the first step to putting this working technology in the hands of developers.

The first running units will be showcased in live demonstrations in the KIOXIA booth (#307) next week at Flash Memory Summit 2023 (FMS 2023). This new class of drive consists of purpose-built, media-centric flash hardware focused on hyperscale requirements that work with an open source API and libraries to provide the needed functionality. By unlocking the power of flash, this technology breaks free from legacy hard disk drive (HDD) protocols and creates a platform specific to flash media in a hyperscale environment.https://tpucdn.com/img/7SKsCyW7UI8Gt7H0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7SKsCyW7UI8Gt7H0.jpg)
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India Imposes Import Restrictions on Prebuilt PCs
The Indian Government on Thursday announced restrictions on the import of pre-built laptop and desktop PCs, tablets, and convertibles. These restrictions take effect immediately. The decision is designed to get major PC manufacturers such as Dell, HP, Acer, Lenovo, and Apple, to manufacture their devices on Indian soil, or subject each individual PC model through a lengthy import licensing regime—essentially a penalty for not manufacturing locally. The new restrictions find several parallels to India's 2020 decision to restrict import of TVs, which caused major consumer electronics firms to rush to set up local assembly lines to keep up with the country's market demand.

The restrictions on the import of PCs is seen as complicating things for PC manufacturers, especially as the country heads into its biggest consumer cycle with Diwali (Q4-2023). India's current import restrictions on smartphones and TVs have caused most consumer electronics giants to set up assembly lines in India; however these lines barely contribute 20% of value-addition to the product (i.e. much of the product comes knocked down and is simply put together); however manufacturers are incentivized to localize more of their value-addition, through the country's performance-linked incentives (PLI) scheme. Certain whitebox ODMs have localized even PCB placement, and display panel manufacturing. India's ICT imports for the period of just Q2-2023 stood at $19.7 billion, the country clocks roughly $75-90 billion in ICT/PC sales per year.https://tpucdn.com/img/Y8bawr5RuXZaOSBe_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Y8bawr5RuXZaOSBe.jpg)

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(PR) Phanteks Introduces The New Glacier One D30 240 and 360 AIO Coolers
Today, Phanteks is excited to unveil the release of the Glacier One D30 240 and 360 AIO cooler, a remarkable cooling solution that not only delivers exceptional performance but also adds a touch of visual brilliance to PC builds. With an impressive range of features, the Glacier One D30 AIO cooler stands out as the preferred choice for PC enthusiasts and builders alike.

Equipped with cutting-edge D30 fans, this high-performance cooling solution offers a smooth D-RGB lighting system that elevates the aesthetics of any PC setup. The vibrant lighting effects are sure to captivate even the most discerning users. One of the standout qualities of the Glacier One D30 AIO cooler is its ability to be daisy-chained and controlled through a single cable. This innovative design eliminates cable clutter and simplifies the installation process, making it easier than ever to achieve a clean and organized build. The cooler's large copper base and fin array ensure efficient heat dissipation, making it the perfect cooling solution for high-end CPUs.https://tpucdn.com/img/397tIZtnUhZ6VJqv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/397tIZtnUhZ6VJqv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/55uNNlmfB26IwPMc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/55uNNlmfB26IwPMc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/3pMJeFJMr92cbkN4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/3pMJeFJMr92cbkN4.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/x2BmoDOt3dIuhS2A_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/x2BmoDOt3dIuhS2A.jpg)
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AMD Announces Radeon PRO W7600 and W7500 Graphics Cards
AMD today announced the Radeon PRO W7600 and W7500 graphics cards for the professional-visualization (pro-vis) market segment. These cards target the mid-range of the pro-vis segment, with segment price-band ranging between $350-950. The two are hence positioned below the W7800 and W7900 that the company launched in April. The W7600 and W7500 are based on the same RDNA3 graphics architecture as those two, and the client-segment RX 7000 series. AMD is pricing the the two new cards aggressively compared to NVIDIA. Both the W7500 and W7600 are based on the 6 nm "Navi 33" silicon.

The Radeon PRO W7600 leads today's launch, maxing out the silicon it is based on—you get 32 RDNA3 compute units, or 2,048 stream processors; 64 AI Accelerators, 32 Ray Accelerators; 128 TMUs, and 64 ROPs. The card comes with 8 GB of 18 Gbps GDDR6 memory across a 128-bit wide memory bus. The memory does not feature ECC. The card comes with a 130 W typical power draw, with a single 6-pin PCIe power connector. It uses a slick single-slot lateral-airflow cooling solution. AMD claims 20 TFLOPs peak FP32 performance.https://tpucdn.com/img/eBbdrTjcPaClIUhN_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/eBbdrTjcPaClIUhN.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LlUxSo2c58n1HOhS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LlUxSo2c58n1HOhS.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lGfUhjXDvBE8XS6Y_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lGfUhjXDvBE8XS6Y.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lTzfVbD1Nanc88KQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lTzfVbD1Nanc88KQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ZdPrDaJNRp6B23z9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZdPrDaJNRp6B23z9.jpg)
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Acer Inc. announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2023: consolidated revenues were NT$58.26 billion with 11.1% growth quarter-on-quarter (QoQ); gross profits reached NT$6.26 billion with 10.7% margin; operating income was NT$1.05 billion, up 338.6% QoQ; net income was NT$1.39 billion, up 170.2% QoQ; and earnings per share was NT$0.46 in Q2'23 and NT$0.64 in 1H'23.

The company has weathered the post-pandemic industry stress test. Acer's computer business has bottomed out around May this year, while new graphic cards and connectivity products have reached markets. Acer's computers, displays, and most of the other businesses have all contributed toward revenues and profitability. With 10 public subsidiaries and more to come, Acer is progressively enhancing its corporate resilience.

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(PR) Aetina Launches New Fanless Edge AI Systems Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin
Aetina launches its new fanless edge AI systems powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin system-on-modules (SoMs), including the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin, Orin NX, and Orin Nano. These embedded box PCs are designed in a compact enclosure with a heat sink for efficient cooling. The heat sink reduces maintenance efforts for system owners after deployment. The new fanless systems have an operating temperature range of -25°C to +55°C, making them suitable for AI-powered application development across different verticals.

NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and Orin Nano-Based Fanless Systems
AIE-CN31/41, AIE-CO21/31, AIE-PN32/42, and AIE-PO22/32 are Aetina's latest fanless system models built with an NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX or Orin Nano SoM. Featuring necessary M.2 expansion slots and I/O ports in a small-sized form factor, these systems enable easy system integration for space-limited applications. With low power consumption, the fanless system models can efficiently handle most AI inference tasks, making them ideal for AI projects that involve mass device deployment in different locations.https://tpucdn.com/img/wxUdF8nGL0TwJKCM_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wxUdF8nGL0TwJKCM.jpg)
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(PR) Alphacool Launches Mobile and Modular Open-Frame Server Racks
Flexibility with a server rack? With customizable depth, the Alphacool ES 19" Open Frame Server Rack delivers a mobile and modular solution for server systems. Made of sturdy steel, it not only provides secure carrying capacity for server units, it is also effortless to move thanks to the included casters.

Due to the variable depth from 59 cm up to 104 cm (23 - 40.9 inch) of the open frame rack, server units can be installed in a space-saving way. The standard-compliant mounting holes allow easy installation of the individual units. The server rack can be moved effortlessly with the help of the 360° rotating castors.https://tpucdn.com/img/i1HXz87TgvwuEEAV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/i1HXz87TgvwuEEAV.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/W0VBwb5ijGVLS643_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/W0VBwb5ijGVLS643.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/1ISS72gk6SAC5Hic_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1ISS72gk6SAC5Hic.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/X1KRZLWZq0ajPctC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/X1KRZLWZq0ajPctC.jpg)
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(PR) MINISFORUM Launches the UN1265 Mini PC
Experience a computing revolution with the Minisforum UN1265, featuring the Intel Core i7-12650H, a high-performance processor from Intel's 12th generation lineup. With an impressive 10 cores (6P cores + 4E cores) and 16 threads, this processor effortlessly handles demanding workloads, ensuring seamless multitasking experiences for both professionals and enthusiasts alike.

Efficient Cooling for Maximum Performance: The Minisforum UN1265 features a single heat pipe cooling system that rapidly dissipates heat, keeping your PC cool and ready for any challenge. Unceasing Creativity: The Minisforum UN1265, equipped with AV1 decoding and Intel Quick Sync Video technology, enables lightning-fast video conversion. Process multiple videos simultaneously with ease, ensuring smooth synchronization and unleashing your creativity like never before.https://tpucdn.com/img/rhs6vq6plIgiEoE0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rhs6vq6plIgiEoE0.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/VnNCQG4wUYRqXSKI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VnNCQG4wUYRqXSKI.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wwVJBMrjb1lc7622_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wwVJBMrjb1lc7622.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vzqcsFrgJmHzijjQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vzqcsFrgJmHzijjQ.jpg)
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The month of August keeps delivering when it comes to new game releases and this week's AAA title appears to involve a lot of sand and dust, as well as fallen gods. The rest of the releases to look forward to include everything from wrestling to enjoying the apocalypse, to forest bandits, a musical and being a mechanic in space. Last week we managed to please 58 percent of you, which was a new record, but we don't expect to reach those kinds of numbers this week.

Atlas Fallen (https://www.focus-entmt.com/en/games/atlas-fallen) / This week's AAA title / Thursday 10 August
Rise from the dust and liberate mankind from the oppression of a corrupted god. Glide the sands of a timeless land, filled with ancient dangers, mysteries and fragments of the past. Hunt legendary monsters, using powerful, shape-shifting weapons and devastating sand-powered abilities in spectacular, super-powered combat. Target and gather the essence of your enemies to shape your own custom playstyle, forging a new era for humanity in a fully cooperative or solo story campaign.https://tpucdn.com/img/G9Rziy5zABTtau6d_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/G9Rziy5zABTtau6d.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5peOeT8I76sAyekY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5peOeT8I76sAyekY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/mPHgeUhI0dJwjptB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mPHgeUhI0dJwjptB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/yPdEpFIs7wzgSlBU_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/yPdEpFIs7wzgSlBU.jpg)
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Gigabyte Quietly Launches Low Profile GeForce RTX 4060 Graphics Card
Low profile graphics cards have always been something of a niche market, but they've found homes in many HTPC builds over the years, especially passively cooled cards. Now Gigabyte has launched a rather odd looking low profile NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 based graphics card that simply goes under the name of GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G. The 182 x 69 x 40 (D x H x W) mm card still manages to pack in three fans and requires an 8-pin power connector to work, which somewhat unfortunately plugs in at the rear of the card, although there wouldn't have been too many other locations to place it. This means that this card might not work in some Mini-ITX builds, due to the card being too long once the power connector is plugged in.

The card width should've given away that we're looking at a dual slot card, which is also pretty obvious from the pictures. Gigabyte provides a full height and a low profile bracket with the card, which not all low profile cards have shipped with in the past, so this is a plus. Connectivity wise, the GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G comes with two DP 1.4a and two HDMI 2.1a ports, making this a card well suited for HTPC usage. Gigabyte has even overclocked the GPU from 2460 MHz to 2475 MHz, which seems quite pointless and is unlikely to bring any huge performance advantages over stock clock speeds.https://tpucdn.com/img/Ppym7Og3Z2l1Rosc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ppym7Og3Z2l1Rosc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/klbGF7w24rvKiSOe_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/klbGF7w24rvKiSOe.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/UBrzgNp9Kex4R6ko_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UBrzgNp9Kex4R6ko.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9TueW4tEp5Phxtpc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9TueW4tEp5Phxtpc.jpg)

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(PR) Momento Note Launches NFC Notepad, Hopes to Replace Post-it Notes
Momento Note, a leading innovator in the field of digital communication, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking product, the Momento Note. This cutting-edge smart note revolutionizes the way we interact with reminders and tasks, taking a timeless tool into the digital era. The yellow sticky note was invented by Dr. Spencer Silver and Art Fry of the esteemed 3M Company in 1980. However, despite advancements in technology, the iconic Post-it Note remained unchanged—until now.

The Momento Note represents a quantum leap in note-taking technology. Leveraging the power of NFC (Near Field Communication), this innovative device transcends the limitations of traditional paper. With the Momento Note, users can store voice recordings, photos, and videos in their reminders, enhancing their organizational capabilities like never before.https://tpucdn.com/img/spoy6R3kl5eojToO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/spoy6R3kl5eojToO.jpg)
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(PR) V-COLOR Achieves Unprecedented Speed with 96GB (2x48GB) DDR5-7800 CL38 with Manta XPrism Series
V-COLOR Technology Inc, a leading memory manufacturer, is proud to present a new speed reached for DDR5 96 GB (2x 48 GB) kit of 7800 CL38.
Aiming to break barriers and elevate performance, with this new high-speed of overclocked 96 GB (2x 48 GB) capacity kit at DDR5-7800 CL38-48-48-126

Testing the limits of DDR5 memory speed, v-color reached DDR5-7800 CL38-48-48-126 at 96 GB (2x48GB) kit configuration, with the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX and Intel Core i9-13900KF processor. Seamlessly compatible with Intel XMP 3.0, the Manta XPrism RGB DDR5 96 GB (2x 48 GB) ensures a hassle-free and optimized experience. Effortlessly enhance system's performance and achieve the perfect balance between speed and stability.https://tpucdn.com/img/8YAdGMYGjx1f9ltW_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8YAdGMYGjx1f9ltW.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/U3c4pQvgY01fjWTr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/U3c4pQvgY01fjWTr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ltOPn4sbmgeZpD0f_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ltOPn4sbmgeZpD0f.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/obwevqk6OdV4Gh3A_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/obwevqk6OdV4Gh3A.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/IljH0SVYAOHL8edh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IljH0SVYAOHL8edh.jpg)
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(PR) Leading Semiconductor Industry Players Join Forces to Accelerate RISC-V
Semiconductor industry players Robert Bosch GmbH, Infineon Technologies AG, Nordic Semiconductor, NXP Semiconductors, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., have come together to jointly invest in a company aimed at advancing the adoption of RISC-V globally by enabling next-generation hardware development.

Formed in Germany, this company will aim to accelerate the commercialization of future products based on the open-source RISC-V architecture. The company will be a single source to enable compatible RISC-V based products, provide reference architectures, and help establish solutions widely used in the industry. Initial application focus will be automotive, but with an eventual expansion to include mobile and IoT.https://tpucdn.com/img/01NGPvEDyGe504MW_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/01NGPvEDyGe504MW.jpg)
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(PR) Antec Presents NeoECO Gold M ATX 3.0 PSU Series
Antec Inc., leading provider of high-performance computer components and accessories for casual and High-End Gaming, workplaces, and Do-It-Yourself markets, we are broadening our high-end gaming product line with the new NE Gold M ATX 3.0 power supplies, offering two models in black or white, with 1000 W in white and 850 W, 1000 W and 1300 W in black capabilities.

The new NEG M ATX 3.0 Series power supplies meet the high standards of the ATX 3.0 standard for reliability and power efficiency, which are formally certified for ATX 3.0 compliance, ensuring the utmost level of quality and performance. The included PCIe 5.0 12VHPWR GPU cable enables seamless compatibility with modern graphics cards, such as the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series. With high-quality JP capacitors, reliable stability, and 80 Plus Gold-certified efficiency, users can expect unparalleled performance from their system. The PhaseWave Design ensures steady power output, while the 120 mm FDB Silence Fan offers quiet cooling. They are now commercially available from Amazon US.https://tpucdn.com/img/Psq88aE5KhzI7KJl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Psq88aE5KhzI7KJl.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Eqlyk18KaNF4xzZj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Eqlyk18KaNF4xzZj.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wHTkfsQmMrzM1OQj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wHTkfsQmMrzM1OQj.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/oGSAAcOW4twa9yEP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oGSAAcOW4twa9yEP.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6Vb0EbPwJ4IpMW5I_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6Vb0EbPwJ4IpMW5I.jpg)
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MSI, today, released a new AMD AGESA PI 1.0.0.7c BIOS update for all MSI's motherboard X670E, X670, B650, A620 product line. For this new BIOS release, MSI focus on and prioritize mainly for higher DDR5 memory module support and also stability bug fixes. The latest update has huge significant increase for supported memory frequency on AMD Ryzen CPUs. Below is a list of models that will be ready at the time of the release while other models will have come support in the following week.

In the screenshots below, demonstrates running a Memory Stress Test, on an AMD Ryzen R7 7700X CPU with a paired of dual-channel DDR5-7200 MHz "EXPO" certified kit on MSI's PRO B650-P WIFI Motherboard will run without any stability issues. Moreover, it also demonstrates running a Memory Stress Test on an AMD Ryzen R9 7900X CPU with MSI's MEG X670E ACE Motherboard can even achieve 8000 MHz (CL36) high frequency. A few more updates specifically on the AGESA 1.0.0.7c added extra for protection for reliability than before and also patched a few potential vulnerabilities and security loopholes.https://tpucdn.com/img/6G5GFDWIfUA6Nt9B_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6G5GFDWIfUA6Nt9B.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vSuPlgjbImPW8L1L_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vSuPlgjbImPW8L1L.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/m6LWRozVqMQHvkPq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/m6LWRozVqMQHvkPq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/WXskwmmj1FPmmRjX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WXskwmmj1FPmmRjX.jpg)

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(PR) Apple Reports Third Quarter Results, Revenue Down 1% YoY
Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2023 third quarter ended July 1, 2023. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $81.8 billion, down 1 percent year over year, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $1.26, up 5 percent year over year.

"We are happy to report that we had an all-time revenue record in Services during the June quarter, driven by over 1 billion paid subscriptions, and we saw continued strength in emerging markets thanks to robust sales of iPhone," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "From education to the environment, we are continuing to advance our values, while championing innovation that enriches the lives of our customers and leaves the world better than we found it."https://tpucdn.com/img/UthjfGNvrCsOa6G7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UthjfGNvrCsOa6G7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/tiKvmJvd3A8ZdCCy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tiKvmJvd3A8ZdCCy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/nFm1KcjiQmpxiQII_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/nFm1KcjiQmpxiQII.jpg)
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(PR) ASUS Announces TUF Gaming LC II 360 ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler
ASUS today announced the TUF Gaming LC II 360 ARGB AIO liquid cooler, armed with a beefy 360 mm radiator and offering dazzling Gen 2 ARGB lighting and compatibility with a wide variety of chassis and CPU sockets.

The TUF Gaming LC II ARGB series delivers the performance and features users need to bring out the best in any mainstream gaming build. Coolant flows through an illuminated coldplate to reinforced sleeved tubing that arrives at a high-capacity radiator chilled by three 120 mm ARGB fans - which have grooved fins for optimal airflow and reduced noise. Meanwhile, Aura Sync ARGB elements illuminating the radiator fans and the TUF Gaming logo on the pump cover ensure unmatched style.

The TUF Gaming LC II 360 ARGB also features a new cooling design where the pump head and motor are separated for less noise and vibration, while a new place-and-twist retention mechanism makes installation a snap by eliminating the need for tools. As a nod to premium durability, each cooler comes with a class-leading six-year ASUS warranty.https://tpucdn.com/img/ejaqqFUPqBmk7DLi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ejaqqFUPqBmk7DLi.jpg)
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(PR) It's Party Time: Baldur's Gate 3 Available Today on PC
An epic RPG six years in the making and more than twenty years in the waiting, Baldur's Gate 3 is out today on PC via Steam, GOG, and NVIDIA GeForce Now. The game releases at 8am PDT - see the attached map for the release time in your region. Baldur's Gate 3 is a next-generation RPG from the creators of Divinity: Original Sin 2, set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons and providing a level of breadth and depth unprecedented in a modern RPG.

More than twenty years after the release of Baldur's Gate 2, it's finally time to return to the Forgotten Realms. Your choices shape this tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power.https://tpucdn.com/img/Ns2EnUNgtmvXd4a5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ns2EnUNgtmvXd4a5.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/aJHDQElbwzXUMoId_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/aJHDQElbwzXUMoId.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/a6rNIWgRSUlAcaJS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/a6rNIWgRSUlAcaJS.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/p2wrRcXOnlQjrxpF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/p2wrRcXOnlQjrxpF.jpg)
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(PR) Corsair Gaming Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results, Revenue up 14.6% YoY
Corsair Gaming, Inc. ("Corsair" or the "Company"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance gear for gamers, streamers, content-creators, and gaming PC builders, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023, and reiterated its financial outlook for the full year 2023.

Second Quarter 2023 Select Financial Metrics

Net revenue was $325.4 million compared to $283.9 million in the second quarter of 2022, an increase of 14.6%. Gaming components and systems segment net revenue was $246.7 million compared to $194.9 million in the second quarter of 2022, while Gamer and creator peripherals segment net revenue was $78.8 million compared to $89.0 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Net income attributable to common shareholders was $1.1 million, or net income of $0.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $59.4 million, or a net loss of $0.62 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022.
Adjusted net income was $9.8 million, or net income of $0.09 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net loss of $19.0 million, or a net loss of $0.20 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2022.
Adjusted EBITDA was $17.8 million, compared to a loss of $11.0 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Cash and cash equivalents were $184.0 million as of June 30, 2023.

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PowerColor AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Pictured, Confirmed Based on "Navi 32"
PowerColor inadvertently released the first pictures of its AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Red Devil graphics card. These pictures confirm that the RX 7800 XT is based on a maxed out version of the "Navi 32" GPU (https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/amd-navi-32.g1000), and not the compact "Navi 31" (https://www.techpowerup.com/311822/amd-radeon-rx-7900-gre-asic-smaller-than-navi-31-slightly-larger-than-navi-21) powering the limited edition RX 7900 GRE. The "Navi 32" is a chiplet-based GPU, just like the "Navi 31," albeit smaller. Its 5 nm GCD (graphics compute die) physically features 60 RDNA3 compute units, which work out to 3,840 stream processors, 120 AI accelerators, 60 Ray accelerators, 192 TMUs, and possibly 128 ROPs. This GCD is surrounded by four 6 nm MCDs (memory cache dies), which each has a 16 MB segment of the GPU's 64 MB Infinity Cache memory, and make up its 256-bit GDDR6 memory interface.

The specs sheet put out by PowerColor confirms that the RX 7800 XT maxes out the "Navi 32," enabling all 60 CUs, and the chip's full 256-bit memory interface, to drive 16 GB of memory. The RX 7800 XT uses 18 Gbps memory speed, and hence has 576 GB/s of memory bandwidth at its disposal. The PowerColor RX 7800 XT Red Devil has dual-BIOS, and assuming the "standard/silent" BIOS runs the card at AMD reference clock speeds, we're looking at Game clocks of 2210 MHz, and 2565 MHz boost. The Red Devil draws power from a dual 8-pin PCIe power connector set up (375 W max); the cooler is visibly smaller than the one on the company's RX 7900 series Red Devil cards. A 16+2 phase VRM powers the card. With pictures of the card out, we expect a global product launch within the next 30 days.https://tpucdn.com/img/VW8KexwZNKs35Zne_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VW8KexwZNKs35Zne.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Gp13iRUFMHtQ1Rum_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Gp13iRUFMHtQ1Rum.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Wyy05S04fBdfsOqI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Wyy05S04fBdfsOqI.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Vk7m6mJr76hAPrk4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Vk7m6mJr76hAPrk4.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/N6qzu3Kghx2bpKOY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/N6qzu3Kghx2bpKOY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/XYGowAXLdrCJPoZB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/XYGowAXLdrCJPoZB.jpg)

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Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, already pushes boundaries of mobile gaming, but today unveiled a substantial update to its Razer Nexus app for both iPhone and Android. Nexus 3.0 brings a variety of innovative new features for Android and a polished and upgraded experience for iPhone users. As the main game launcher for Razer Edge & Kishi V2, and driven by Razer's dedication to high-performance gaming, the Razer Nexus 3.0 update embodies innovation, immersion, and intuitive user experiences. The app update is available to users free of charge.

Redefining Game Discovery: The Razer Nexus app becomes the ultimate game concierge, presenting a meticulously curated selection of games for the Razer community. Optional video previews and carefully considered categories minimize the time between discovery and gameplay. This enriched catalog is now live for Android and iPhone users.https://tpucdn.com/img/kqW27W97skE104u8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kqW27W97skE104u8.jpg)
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Blizzard Details Diablo IV Patch 1.1.1 Details Ahead of August 8 Launch
Blizzard has revealed full Diablo VI Patch 1.1.1 details although it won't be available until August 8th. The new patch mostly focuses on class balance changes and other various gameplay updates, but it does also bring some bug fixes as well.

The biggest improvements come to Sorcerers and Barbarians classes, with improved survivability for Sorcerers class and increased Fury generation on Basic Skills and increased power of Unique items for Barbarians. The patch also diversify the use cases for Legendary items and strengthen builds that aren't reaching a high power level. The full patch notes also include detailed adjustments for Rogue, Druid, and Necromancer classes as well. There is also an extensive list of gameplay updates which brings better rewards, but also higher health levels of bosses. There are plenty of other bug fixes and this patch comes to all platforms.https://tpucdn.com/img/7wfbzNySNuQAUfCX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7wfbzNySNuQAUfCX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Wj5xo278gj6wPwIk_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Wj5xo278gj6wPwIk.jpg)
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(PR) NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets 41 New Games This Month
The Ultimate upgrade is complete - GeForce NOW Ultimate performance is now streaming all throughout North America and Europe, delivering RTX 4080-class power for gamers across these regions. Celebrate this month with 41 new games, on top of the full release of Baldur's Gate 3 and the first Bethesda titles coming to the cloud as the NVIDIA and Microsoft partnership benefits gamers everywhere.

And catch GeForce NOW at QuakeCon - the popular bring-your-own-PC mega-event running Aug. 10-13 - where the in-person and digital GeForce NOW Ultimate challenge will kick off. Plus, game on with gaming peripherals and accessories company SteelSeries, which will be giving away codes for three-day GeForce NOW Ultimate and Priority memberships, along with popular GeForce NOW games and in-game goodies.https://tpucdn.com/img/FhjFo9qg1SPQhfr1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FhjFo9qg1SPQhfr1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/JnRPQquq28MfXgJq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/JnRPQquq28MfXgJq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LgKfCakRcqSv4OTq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LgKfCakRcqSv4OTq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QU7GdxvnqT8Zz3r1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QU7GdxvnqT8Zz3r1.jpg)
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(PR) Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Begins Shipping in August
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (14", 8) will begin shipping in August, becoming available in select markets around the world starting September. First introduced in March, this is the first 14-inch gaming laptop in the Legion ecosystem. Featuring up to AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPUs, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (14", 8) laptop can be pushed to its limits through Lenovo's AI Engine+, which harnesses the Lenovo LA1 AI chip to track key components and processes to maximize performance and battery life, growing more intelligent over time as it adapts to user habits.

"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (14", 8) embodies yet another set of innovation firsts for Lenovo's gaming offerings. Its new 14-inch form factor and a vibrant OLED panel bring to life the expectations and imaginations of our Legion of fans," said Jun Ouyang, Lenovo's vice president and general manager of the Consumer Business Segment, Intelligent Devices Group. "We are excited for the future of Lenovo Legion's ever-expanding ecosystem of gaming devices and peripherals and can't wait for gamers to get their hands on this new laptop."https://tpucdn.com/img/DjrDLIOLOAHv2NGA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DjrDLIOLOAHv2NGA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/FKmemghoiefEB5cG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FKmemghoiefEB5cG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/EYOkariAoLGz9TVz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EYOkariAoLGz9TVz.jpg)
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AMD Readying AGESA 1.0.0.7c for AM5 Motherboards
According to a post by @g01d3nm4ng0 on Twitter/X, we now know that AMD is readying yet another AGESA update for AM5 motherboards. The new version is, based on information from our own sources, a minor update to the current version. As such, AMD will be moving from 1.0.0.7b to 1.0.0.7c. @g01d3nm4ng0 didn't reveal any details of the new AGESA apart from the screenshot below, but we asked around and managed to find out what the new AESA addresses.

The update is specifically for those with Samsung DDR5 memory in their AM5 motherboards and it addresses multiple memory related stability issues. We weren't given the full details as to what those are, but there have been some reports about there being issues specifically with Samsung DDR5 memory in some AM5 boards and hopefully this will solve all those problems. We don't have a release time frame for the updated AGESA, but with 1.0.0.7b barely out the door, it might take a few weeks before this one makes it through all the internal testing at the motherboard makers.https://tpucdn.com/img/PSIqSCHBZhq2xydd_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PSIqSCHBZhq2xydd.jpg)

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Ex AMD Director of Technical Marketing Robert Hallock has joined Intel as Senior Director of Technical Marketing after a sabbatical. During his sabbatical, Hallock ran his own company that focused on aftermarket car mods. Hallock had a 12 year tenure at AMD and was the face of many of AMD's more technical videos and also took part in some keynote product instructions when it came to the more technical details of product introductions.

According to a post by Hallock on LinkedIn, his new position will apparently focus on AI for consumer processors, something that ties in with what Intel is about to announce at Intel Innovation 2023. As such, we might be seeing Hallock doing some of the presentations at Intel Innovation 2023 (https://www.techpowerup.com/312118/intel-to-reveal-meteor-lake-details-at-intel-innovation-2023) in September. Hallocks post on LinkedIn talks about AI accelerators, again suggesting that he will be mainly involved with the ex Movidius team, but as he mentions client computing, his responsibility might still extend outside of just the AI side of things. Time will tell if he gets a similar role at Intel as he had at AMD, or if he'll just be one of many directors at the company.https://tpucdn.com/img/KvLpTzrVNlGD7Kkb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/KvLpTzrVNlGD7Kkb.jpg)

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ID-Cooling Intros IS-67-XT Low-profile CPU Coolers
ID-Cooling introduced the IS-67-XT, a low-profile CPU cooler, which gets its name from its Z-height of just 67 mm, with its fan in place. The cooler comes in all-black, and all-white variants. Its design involves a C-type aluminium fin-stack heatsink, with a top-flow ventilation. Six 6 mm-thick nickel-plated copper heatpipes draw heat from a copper base, which is then conveyed to an aluminium fin-stack that's arranged along the plane of the motherboard. This is ventilated by a 15 mm-thick 120 mm fan. ID-Cooling claims a cooling capacity of 150 W, which means you should be able to run most mainstream desktop processors at stock speeds, taking advantage of the lower noise figures than stock cooling solutions.

The included 120 mm fan takes in 4-pin PWM input, turns at speeds ranging between 500 to 2,200 RPM, pushing up to 67.58 CFM of airflow at 1.54 mm H₂O static pressure, and a maximum noise output of 35.2 dBA. The cooler measures 120 mm x 120 mm x 67 mm, weighing 500 g (including fan). Among the CPU socket types supported by the ID-Cooling IS-67-XT are LGA1700, AM5, LGA1200, AM4, and LGA115x. Backed by a 3-year warranty, both color variants of the cooler are priced at USD $44.99 a piece.https://tpucdn.com/img/CRnITpnvPzHz8Rk1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CRnITpnvPzHz8Rk1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/av7OWrAD7rwitw16_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/av7OWrAD7rwitw16.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/kB53erKAc3lgRqhA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kB53erKAc3lgRqhA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/8O9JEXh3qLWtjs5s_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8O9JEXh3qLWtjs5s.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/PKfHUn2jmtnCAeCL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PKfHUn2jmtnCAeCL.jpg)

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(PR) NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPU Used on New Azure Virtual Machine Series Now Available
Microsoft Azure users can now turn to the latest NVIDIA accelerated computing technology to train and deploy their generative AI applications. Available today, the Microsoft Azure ND H100 v5 VMs using NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs and NVIDIA Quantum-2 InfiniBand networking—enables scaling generative AI, high performance computing (HPC) and other applications with a click from a browser. Available to customers across the U.S., the new instance arrives as developers and researchers are using large language models (LLMs) and accelerated computing to uncover new consumer and business use cases.

The NVIDIA H100 GPU delivers supercomputing-class performance through architectural innovations, including fourth-generation Tensor Cores, a new Transformer Engine for accelerating LLMs and the latest NVLink technology that lets GPUs talk to each other at 900 GB/s. The inclusion of NVIDIA Quantum-2 CX7 InfiniBand with 3,200 Gbps cross-node bandwidth ensures seamless performance across the GPUs at massive scale, matching the capabilities of top-performing supercomputers globally.https://tpucdn.com/img/kUkRvhh48e3sZDcC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kUkRvhh48e3sZDcC.jpg)
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Activision Officially Announces the Next Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Activision has confirmed previous rumors and leaks by officially announcing its next Call of Duty game as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. The next Call of Duty will launch on November 10th. The latest teaser trailer was released by Sledgehammer Games, the developer behind Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare and Call of Duty: WWII, and while it does not show a lot, it does show some familiar faces from the previous Call of Duty titles.

The announcement confirms previous rumors that showed up back in May, which speculated that the game would be called Modern Warfare 3 and be a proper sequel, with a full campaign, multiplayer, and zombies mode.https://tpucdn.com/img/7w28PzvS2nGaiF99_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7w28PzvS2nGaiF99.jpg)
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(PR) GIGABYTE Leads MLPerf Training v3.0 Benchmarks with Top-Performing Accelerators in GIGABYTE Servers
GIGABYTE Technology: The latest MLPerf Training v3.0 benchmark results are out, and the GIGABYTE G593-SD0 server has emerged as a leader in this round of testing. Going head-to-head against impressive systems, GIGABYTE's servers secured top positions in various categories, showcasing their prowess in handling real-world machine learning use cases. With an unparalleled focus on performance, efficiency, and reliability, GIGABYTE has once again proven its commitment to driving progress in the field of AI.

GIGABYTE, one of the founding members of MLCommons, has been actively contributing to the organization's efforts in designing and planning systems to benchmark fairly. Understanding the importance of replicating real-world scenarios in AI development, GIGABYTE's collaboration with MLCommons has been instrumental in shaping the benchmark tasks to encompass critical use cases such as image recognition, object detection, speech-to-text, natural language processing, and recommendation engines. By actively engaging with end applications, GIGABYTE ensures that its servers are designed to meet the highest standards, delivering supreme performance, and facilitating meaningful comparisons between different ML systems.https://tpucdn.com/img/hZ77TJQ6LneWpzWA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hZ77TJQ6LneWpzWA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/UHZpdkTBIg0OZzt0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UHZpdkTBIg0OZzt0.jpg)
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(PR) Epomaker Announes the Shadow-X - a Revolution in Mechanical Keyboards
Discover innovation at its finest with the all-new Epomaker Shadow-X Mechanical Keyboard.

Sleek Design FRL TKL 70% Layout for Optimal Space Utilization
Embodying an unprecedented 70% layout, Epomaker spares no effort in creating the cutting-edge mechanical keyboard in hopes of bringing better typing and visual experience to keyboard enthusiasts. Epomaker Shadow-X is designed with a sleek outlook to not only optimize the desk space but also to retain the full function of a keyboard. Despite its Function-row-less TKL keyboard, a simple shortcut effortlessly activates the function row when needed.

Intuitive LCD screen and Precision Metal Rotary Knob
Keeping up with the modern trend, Shadow-X features an intuitive LCD screen that presents essential things to users at a glance. Moreover, the screen is fully customizable using the Epomaker Driver, allowing users to personalize the screen with favorite pictures or GIFs, elevating the keyboard experience to new heights. Another standout feature is its metal rotary knob, ingeniously set as a connection mode switch. With a seamless rotation, this innovative keyboard effortlessly switches between various devices.https://tpucdn.com/img/5bEb9lt0hnuUDpFS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5bEb9lt0hnuUDpFS.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wyM8qdrnU5kYs7jP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wyM8qdrnU5kYs7jP.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/4IpHC6M8vErJOPft_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4IpHC6M8vErJOPft.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/CpxPdnr2Xwz1UTV0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CpxPdnr2Xwz1UTV0.jpg)
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(PR) MaxLinear Announces Production Availability of Panther III Storage Accelerator OCP Adapter Card
MaxLinear, Inc., a leader in data storage accelerator solutions, today announced the production-release of the OCP 3.0 storage accelerator adapter card for Panther III. The ultra-low latency accelerator is designed to quicken key storage workloads, including database acceleration, storage offload, encryption, compression, and deduplication enablement for maximum data reduction. The Panther III OCP card is ideal for use in modern data centers, including public to edge clouds, enterprise data centers, and telecommunications infrastructure, allowing users to access, process, and transfer data up to 12 times faster than without a storage accelerator. The OCP version of the card is available immediately with a PCIe version available in Q3 2023.

"In an era where the amount of data generated exceeds new storage installations by multiple fold, Panther III helps reduce the massive storage gap while improving TCO per bit stored," said Dylan Patel, Chief Analyst at SemiAnalysis.https://tpucdn.com/img/cNZlLvpr6wgQW8My_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cNZlLvpr6wgQW8My.jpg)
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(PR) KIOXIA Introduces New PCIe 5.0 SSDs for Enterprise and Data Center Infrastructures
KIOXIA America, Inc. today announced the addition of the KIOXIA CD8P Series to its lineup of data center-class solid state drives (SSDs). KIOXIA CD8P drives are well-suited to general purpose server and cloud environments that can take advantage of PCIe 5.0 (32 gigatransfers/s x4) performance. These data center applications can generate complex mixed workloads spread across large scale virtualized systems. The new drives are available in capacities up to 30.72 terabytes (TB) and in both Enterprise and Data Center Standard Form Factor (EDSFF) E3.S and 2.5-inch (U.2) form factors.

Optimized for the performance, latency, reduced power and thermal requirements of data center environments where power and cooling efficiency is critical, the KIOXIA CD8P Series provides the predictability and consistency needed for a seamless user experience. According to Jeff Janukowicz, Research Vice President, IDC, "Growth in NVMe SSDs continues with PCIe capacity shipments in servers and storage systems expected to grow at a 40% CAGR between 2022 and 2027. The new CD8P Series SSDs gives these customers the range of performance, capacity, and security choices essential for meeting the storage requirements of next-generation digital enterprise and data center infrastructure."https://tpucdn.com/img/eW3e2h8ioyJEmBtc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/eW3e2h8ioyJEmBtc.jpg)
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(PR) Micron Launches Memory Expansion Module Portfolio to Accelerate CXL 2.0 Adoption
Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), today announced sample availability of the Micron CZ120 memory expansion modules to customers and partners. The Micron CZ120 modules come in 128 GB and 256 GB capacities in the E3.S 2T form factor, which uses PCIe Gen 5 x8 interface. Additionally, the CZ120 modules are capable of running up to 36 GB/s memory read/write bandwidth and augment standard server systems when incremental memory capacity and bandwidth is required. The CZ120 modules use Compute Express Link (CXL) standards and fully support the CXL 2.0 Type 3 standard. By leveraging a unique dual-channel memory architecture and Micron's high-volume production DRAM process, the Micron CZ120 delivers higher module capacity and increased bandwidth. Workloads that benefit from more memory capacity include AI training and inference models, SaaS applications, in-memory databases, high-performance computing and general-purpose compute workloads that run on a hypervisor on premise or in the cloud.

"Micron is advancing the adoption of CXL memory with this CZ120 sampling milestone to key customers," commented Siva Makineni, vice president of the Micron Advanced Memory Systems Group. "We have been developing and testing our CZ120 memory expansion modules utilizing both Intel and AMD platforms capable of supporting the CXL standard. Our product innovation coupled with our collaborative efforts with the CXL ecosystem will enable faster acceptance of this new standard, as we work collectively to meet the ever-growing demands of data centers and their memory-intensive workloads."https://tpucdn.com/img/ThoBmQDdj6g4hdZb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ThoBmQDdj6g4hdZb.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/kSTytiVtRPI9vD7P_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kSTytiVtRPI9vD7P.jpg)
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(PR) SEGA Partners with PowerA on a New Line of Sonic the Hedgehog Gaming Accessories
Today, SEGA of America, Inc. and PowerA, a leader in officially licensed gaming accessories, announced a new partnership to create, distribute and sell a line of Sonic the Hedgehog-themed third-party gaming accessories. The initial product-line launches today and includes controllers for Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S, a branded Nintendo Switch Protective Case, as well as a TriFold Game Card Holder for Nintendo Switch cartridges.

"As big fans ourselves, the PowerA team is thrilled to partner with the team at SEGA to bring Sonic the Hedgehog and friends to our controllers and accessories," said Akio Strasser, Senior Global Marketing Director for PowerA. "With more than 30 years of Sonic, and multiple generations of gamers experiencing this franchise, we are so excited to bring these characters to life on our accessories for the first time."https://tpucdn.com/img/3QHnSy7eIRmCFvLE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/3QHnSy7eIRmCFvLE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/rXYowScDUX6zVuYu_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rXYowScDUX6zVuYu.jpg)
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ASUS IoT, the leading global AIoT solution provider, today announced Tinker Board 3N series, a versatile, Arm -based single-board computer (SBC) that empowers easy system integration, broad adaptability and superb expandability - elevating it to the perfect choice for the emerging Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) era.

The NUC-sized SBC series is equipped with rich I/O and supports Linux Debian, Yocto, and Android operating systems, presenting an all-new premium option for developers and system integrators' diverse IIoT projects. Its optimized thermal design simplifies deployment of embedded applications, ensuring efficient operation in demanding environments. With its durable and reliable design, Tinker Board 3N offers enhanced computing performance, low power consumption and a wide range of interfaces, so it's primed and ready for smart manufacturing applications powering the IoT revolution.https://tpucdn.com/img/ejLohmTQuuOIXs8T_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ejLohmTQuuOIXs8T.jpg)
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PSA: Intel Graphics Drivers Now Collect Telemetry By Default
The latest version of Intel Arc GPU Graphics Software introduced an interesting change that isn't reflected in the Release Notes. The installer of the 101.4578 beta drivers add a "Compute Improvement Program" (CIP) component as part of the "typical" setup option that is enabled by default. Under the "custom" installer option that you have to activate manually, you get to select which components to install. The Compute Improvement Program can be unchecked here, to ensure data collection is disabled. The benignly named CIP is a data collection component that tracks your PC usage and performance in the background (not just that of the GPU), so Intel can use the data to improve its future products. Intel created a dedicated webpage (https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/topics/idsa-cip.html) that spells out what CIP is, and what its scope of data collection is; where is says that CIP "does not collect your name, email address, phone number, sensitive personal information, or physical location (except for country)."

Intel CIP is functionally similar to the Telemetry component of the GeForce Software. NVIDIA's Telemetry is installed and enabled by default along with your GeForce graphics drivers, and you cannot opt out from it, as it does not even figure in the "custom" installer options. AMD handles its version of CIP and Telemetry in arguably the most transparent manner. The installer of AMD Software Adrenalin presents the option to prevent its data-collection tool from being enabled at the completion of driver installation, regardless of whether you've chosen the "typical," "driver only," or "custom" install options. There's an entire page of the installer dedicated to this, you see a large checkbox about data-collection that's checked by default, but which you can uncheck, and complete installation.https://tpucdn.com/img/Vd7Bo9PJ56UUwPyK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Vd7Bo9PJ56UUwPyK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Ut3YdxBy6bssIz4e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ut3YdxBy6bssIz4e.jpg)

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Intel to Reveal Meteor Lake Details at Intel Innovation 2023
Intel Innovation is Intel's yearly tech conference and the company has revealed some of what it'll share at the event that kicks off on the 19th of September. One of the sessions at the event is called Intel Client Hardware Roadmap and the Rise of AI and during that event, Intel will be sharing its latest "client hardware platforms" which according to the session blurb will include the upcoming Intel Core Ultra processors which currently goes under the codename of Meteor Lake.

It's unclear how much detail Intell will go into and based on the subject of the session, this should most likely be focused on the desktop platform, but could also cover the mobile parts. According to VideoCardz we should expect Intel to detail the integrated VPU which is said to be based on hardware from Movidius, a company Intel acquired a few years ago and that focused on making machine learning hardware. The VPU should be a low-power accelerator that handles AI inference tasks that will be part of at least some future Intel processors, but for now, we don't really know what Intel's plans are for these types of features in its CPUs, apart from offering something competitive with AMD's Xilinx derived AI Engine.https://tpucdn.com/img/gHAFUfsNUZVnABmj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gHAFUfsNUZVnABmj.jpg)

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AMD Retreating from Enthusiast Graphics Segment with RDNA4?
AMD is rumored to be withdrawing from the enthusiast graphics segment with its next RDNA4 graphics architecture. This means there won't be a successor to its "Navi 31" silicon that competes at the high-end with NVIDIA; but rather one that competes in the performance segment and below. It's possible AMD isn't able to justify the cost of developing high-end GPUs to push enough volumes over the product lifecycle. The company's "Navi 21" GPU benefited from the crypto-currency mining swell, but just like with NVIDIA, the company isn't able to push enough GPUs at the high-end.

With RDNA4, the company will focus on specific segments of the market that sell the most, which would be the x700-series and below. This generation will be essentially similar to the RX 5000 series powered by RDNA1, which did enough to stir things up in NVIDIA's lineup, and trigger the introduction of the RTX 20 SUPER series. The next generation could see RDNA4 square off against NVIDIA's next-generation, and hopefully, Intel's Arc "Battlemage" family.https://tpucdn.com/img/wAfr0NwhEVtA2aFF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wAfr0NwhEVtA2aFF.jpg)

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Gigabyte Quietly Launches Low Profile GeForce RTX 4060 Graphics Card
Low profile graphics cards have always been something of a niche market, but they've found homes in many HTPC builds over the years, especially passively cooled cards. Now Gigabyte has launched a rather odd looking low profile NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 based graphics card that simply goes under the name of GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G. The 182 x 69 x 40 (D x H x W) mm card still manages to pack in three fans and requires an 8-pin power connector to work, which somewhat unfortunately plugs in at the rear of the card, although there wouldn't have been too many other locations to place it. This means that this card might not work in some Mini-ITX builds, due to the card being too long once the power connector is plugged in.

The card width should've given away that we're looking at a dual slot card, which is also pretty obvious from the pictures. Gigabyte provides a full height and a low profile bracket with the card, which not all low profile cards have shipped with in the past, so this is a plus. Connectivity wise, the GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G comes with two DP 1.4a and two HDMI 2.1a ports, making this a card well suited for HTPC usage. Gigabyte has even overclocked the GPU from 2460 MHz to 2475 MHz, which seems quite pointless and is unlikely to bring any huge performance advantages over stock clock speeds.https://tpucdn.com/img/Ppym7Og3Z2l1Rosc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ppym7Og3Z2l1Rosc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/klbGF7w24rvKiSOe_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/klbGF7w24rvKiSOe.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/UBrzgNp9Kex4R6ko_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UBrzgNp9Kex4R6ko.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9TueW4tEp5Phxtpc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9TueW4tEp5Phxtpc.jpg)

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(PR) Momento Note Launches NFC Notepad, Hopes to Replace Post-it Notes
Momento Note, a leading innovator in the field of digital communication, is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking product, the Momento Note. This cutting-edge smart note revolutionizes the way we interact with reminders and tasks, taking a timeless tool into the digital era. The yellow sticky note was invented by Dr. Spencer Silver and Art Fry of the esteemed 3M Company in 1980. However, despite advancements in technology, the iconic Post-it Note remained unchanged—until now.

The Momento Note represents a quantum leap in note-taking technology. Leveraging the power of NFC (Near Field Communication), this innovative device transcends the limitations of traditional paper. With the Momento Note, users can store voice recordings, photos, and videos in their reminders, enhancing their organizational capabilities like never before.https://tpucdn.com/img/spoy6R3kl5eojToO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/spoy6R3kl5eojToO.jpg)
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(PR) V-COLOR Achieves Unprecedented Speed with 96GB (2x48GB) DDR5-7800 CL38 with Manta XPrism Series
V-COLOR Technology Inc, a leading memory manufacturer, is proud to present a new speed reached for DDR5 96 GB (2x 48 GB) kit of 7800 CL38.
Aiming to break barriers and elevate performance, with this new high-speed of overclocked 96 GB (2x 48 GB) capacity kit at DDR5-7800 CL38-48-48-126

Testing the limits of DDR5 memory speed, v-color reached DDR5-7800 CL38-48-48-126 at 96 GB (2x48GB) kit configuration, with the ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z790 APEX and Intel Core i9-13900KF processor. Seamlessly compatible with Intel XMP 3.0, the Manta XPrism RGB DDR5 96 GB (2x 48 GB) ensures a hassle-free and optimized experience. Effortlessly enhance system's performance and achieve the perfect balance between speed and stability.https://tpucdn.com/img/8YAdGMYGjx1f9ltW_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8YAdGMYGjx1f9ltW.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/U3c4pQvgY01fjWTr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/U3c4pQvgY01fjWTr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ltOPn4sbmgeZpD0f_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ltOPn4sbmgeZpD0f.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/obwevqk6OdV4Gh3A_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/obwevqk6OdV4Gh3A.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/IljH0SVYAOHL8edh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IljH0SVYAOHL8edh.jpg)
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(PR) Leading Semiconductor Industry Players Join Forces to Accelerate RISC-V
Semiconductor industry players Robert Bosch GmbH, Infineon Technologies AG, Nordic Semiconductor, NXP Semiconductors, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., have come together to jointly invest in a company aimed at advancing the adoption of RISC-V globally by enabling next-generation hardware development.

Formed in Germany, this company will aim to accelerate the commercialization of future products based on the open-source RISC-V architecture. The company will be a single source to enable compatible RISC-V based products, provide reference architectures, and help establish solutions widely used in the industry. Initial application focus will be automotive, but with an eventual expansion to include mobile and IoT.https://tpucdn.com/img/01NGPvEDyGe504MW_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/01NGPvEDyGe504MW.jpg)
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The latest patch of "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart" released on Wednesday, finally adds real time ray tracing support for AMD Radeon GPUs. Patch version v1.808.0.0 went live on Wednesday, which calls upon AMD Radeon users to have at least the one-off 23.10.23.03 drivers (https://www.techpowerup.com/311960/amd-releases-ratchet-clank-rift-apart-specific-graphics-drivers) that AMD released specifically for the game. The company latest main-trunk driver remains the Adrenalin 23.7.2 WHQL, so you'll need the off-trunk driver to use ray tracing for now. "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart" on PC leverages ray tracing for reflections, shadows, and ambient-occlusion. These toggles in the game's external setup program were grayed out on older AMD drivers.https://tpucdn.com/img/LxethR08LUch0jEz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LxethR08LUch0jEz.jpg)

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(PR) PNY Announces Availability of New NVIDIA Ada Lovelace Architecture-Based Pro-Vis GPUs
PNY Technologies today announced it is now offering the latest NVIDIA RTX Ada Generation GPUs - the NVIDIA RTX 5000, NVIDIA RTX 4500 and NVIDIA RTX 4000 high-performance workstation graphics cards and the NVIDIA L40S GPU for data centers. These new GPUs are now available to order from PNY. Joining the NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation and NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation, the NVIDIA RTX 5000, NVIDIA RTX 4500 and NVIDIA RTX 4000 GPUs are based on the powerful and ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, making them ideal for real-time ray tracing, physically accurate simulation, neural graphics, and generative AI.

These GPUs combine the latest-gen RT Cores, Tensor Cores, and CUDA cores with large GPU memory to offer unprecedented performance for creators and professionals, empowering them to unleash their imagination while maximizing productivity. Turnkey HW + Sync bundles are also available (NVIDIA RTX 5000 + HW Sync, NVIDIA RTX 4500 + HW Sync, NVIDIA RTX 4000 + HW Sync). Expanding the Ada Lovelace architecture family of data center GPUs, which includes the NVIDIA L40 and L4, the new NVIDIA L40S GPU is the most powerful universal GPU for the data center, delivering breakthrough multi-workload acceleration for inference and training, graphics, and video applications.https://tpucdn.com/img/OH5GBqCpt6qh04gR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/OH5GBqCpt6qh04gR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bkzTOaHReoNV4Pyc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bkzTOaHReoNV4Pyc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vtfZyK05y4dlh9Zv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vtfZyK05y4dlh9Zv.jpg)
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(PR) KIOXIA CD8P Series PCIe 5.0 NVMe Data Center SSD Named 'Best of Show' at Flash Memory Summit 2023
KIOXIA America, Inc. today announced that its CD8P Series data center SSD has received a Flash Memory Summit "Best of Show" award in the "Most Innovative Memory Technology" category. These awards recognize the most significant products and companies worldwide within the flash memory and solid-state storage industries.

"We are proud to recognize KIOXIA for their unwavering commitment to advancing flash memory," said Jay Kramer, Chairman of the Awards Program and President of Network Storage Advisors Inc. "KIOXIA was the first vendor to offer drives designed with PCIe 5.0 NVMe 2.0 interface technology. The new KIOXIA CD8P drives continue the company's momentum by delivering the high performance and low latency required by next-generation digital enterprise and data center infrastructures."https://tpucdn.com/img/ZYnd6oCL2N6BBFYQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZYnd6oCL2N6BBFYQ.jpg)
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(PR) GIGABYTE Expands GPU Server Portfolio with New Liquid Cooling Server and Server for Generative AI and HPC
Giga Computing, a subsidiary of GIGABYTE and an industry leader in high-performance servers, server motherboards, and workstations, today announced two new GPU servers for the 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable CPU and NVIDIA HGX H100 4- and 8-GPU platforms. With optimal performance and cooling efficiency in mind, the GIGABYTE G363-SR0 excels at both by easily supporting processors and GPUs with high TDP requirements. The second server, the GIGABYTE G593-SD2, targets data centers that prefer air-cooled systems. Both offer the highest GPU compute power possible in a single server of their respective sizes.

Additionally, Giga Computing will qualify the new NVIDIA L40S GPU, which is ideal for multi-purpose workloads such as AI, graphics, and video. Also being qualified are new workstation-oriented NVIDIA Ada Generation GPUs: the NVIDIA RTX A5000, NVIDIA RTX A4500, and NVIDIA RTX 4000.https://tpucdn.com/img/xojWkDYAxEryYIZs_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xojWkDYAxEryYIZs.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wKrIffieRx3lyPph_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wKrIffieRx3lyPph.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/W1ljWJOI2tdUYOwx_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/W1ljWJOI2tdUYOwx.jpg)
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(PR) MEK HERO Powered by ZOTAC GAMING Unleashes New Gaming PC Additions for Unparalleled Gaming Performance
ZOTAC, a leading manufacturer of innovative gaming hardware solutions, today unveiled three new additions to its MEK HERO Gaming PCs: MEK HERO G3 A7647, A7646I, and A7646. The MEK HERO, powered by ZOTAC GAMING, features the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse themed ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 4070, 4060 Ti, and 4060 graphics cards, AMD's latest Ryzen 5 7600 processors, offering unmatched gaming performance and stunning graphics that bring Gamers closer to their virtual adventures. The MEK HERO is expertly designed, assembled, and hand-tested in the United States. With a strong focus on gaming community engagement, seamless assembly, and top-notch customer service, MEK HERO is crafted to ensure optimal performance, durability, and an unparalleled gaming experience.

The MEK HERO is designed for Gamers who want a PC Gaming system with performance that does not sacrifice cost-efficiency for simplicity. Gamers can enjoy a smooth and responsive experience with the latest ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 40 Series graphic cards and AMD Ryzen 5 processor platforms, whether playing the newest game titles, streaming in high quality, or creating impactful content.https://tpucdn.com/img/mgBE0WEPtUO8pQ0O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mgBE0WEPtUO8pQ0O.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/nXBNZVyVOSmQkptK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/nXBNZVyVOSmQkptK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HRH2DQBKn0uf4Blt_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HRH2DQBKn0uf4Blt.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9HUxJgwxfyBi6TMg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9HUxJgwxfyBi6TMg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5ogFcN7ugtm3ZI9g_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5ogFcN7ugtm3ZI9g.jpg)
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PSA: Intel Graphics Drivers Now Collect Telemetry (after Opt-In)
The latest version of Intel Arc GPU Graphics Software introduced an interesting change that isn't reflected in the Release Notes. The installer of the 101.4578 beta drivers add a "Compute Improvement Program" (CIP) component as part of the "typical" setup option that is enabled by default. Under the "custom" installer option that you have to activate manually, you get to select which components to install. The Compute Improvement Program can be unchecked here, to ensure data collection is disabled. The benignly named CIP is a data collection component that tracks your PC usage and performance in the background (not just that of the GPU), so Intel can use the data to improve its future products. Intel created a dedicated webpage (https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/topics/idsa-cip.html) that spells out what CIP is, and what its scope of data collection is; where is says that CIP "does not collect your name, email address, phone number, sensitive personal information, or physical location (except for country)."

Intel CIP is functionally similar to the Telemetry component of the GeForce Software. NVIDIA's Telemetry is installed and enabled by default along with your GeForce graphics drivers, and you cannot opt out from it, as it does not even figure in the "custom" installer options. AMD handles its version of CIP and Telemetry in arguably the most transparent manner. The installer of AMD Software Adrenalin presents the option to prevent its data-collection tool from being enabled at the completion of driver installation, regardless of whether you've chosen the "typical," "driver only," or "custom" install options. There's an entire page of the installer dedicated to this, you see a large checkbox about data-collection that's checked by default, but which you can uncheck, and complete installation.

Update Aug 8th: Intel tells us that the feature is designed to be opt-in, with very clear messaging during installation. They think it is possible that we previously opted-in on the test system, so the opt-in dialog didn't show a second time. We're investigating and will update this post accordingly.

Update Aug 9th: On re-checking the driver installation on a fresh Windows installation with an Arc graphics card, we found that the Arc GPU Graphics Drivers do indeed show an Opt-In screen and not actually sneak CIP onto unsuspecting users. Please read on.https://tpucdn.com/img/Vd7Bo9PJ56UUwPyK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Vd7Bo9PJ56UUwPyK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Ut3YdxBy6bssIz4e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Ut3YdxBy6bssIz4e.jpg)
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(PR) AGON by AOC Introduces 26.5" 1440p 240 Hz OLED Competitive Gaming Monitor
AGON by AOC, the world's leading gaming monitor and IT accessories brand - proudly unveils AGON PRO AG276QZD, the latest addition to the AGON PRO series. This state-of-the-art 26.5" (67.3 cm) gaming monitor features an OLED panel, which delivers a sharp QHD resolution (2560x1440) at a stunning 240 Hz refresh rate and blazingly fast 0.03 ms GtG response time.

The AG276QZD offers a breathtaking infinite contrast ratio thanks to the per-pixel-illumination of the OLED panel, perfect black levels, and wide color gamut (10-bit color depth and 98.5 DCI-P3 coverage), making it an excellent choice for gamers who appreciate both visual excellence and exceptional performance. Thanks to its striking, asymmetrical design touches with a two-tone black/space gray finish, the AG276QZD is not just an eye-catcher but already a winner of the Red Dot Design Award (2022).https://tpucdn.com/img/THzXOFMcvsRE3W73_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/THzXOFMcvsRE3W73.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/CJlNEAaCTNNlrPzJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CJlNEAaCTNNlrPzJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Y1IQkLXI4CtDDZcX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Y1IQkLXI4CtDDZcX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/y4TG7XCFxinzFCmK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/y4TG7XCFxinzFCmK.jpg)
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Silicon Motion Shows Power Efficient PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD at Flash Memory Summit 2023
It appears that Silicon Motion is ready to start competing with Phison in the PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD controller market, as the company has shown a new controller at the Flash Memory Summit 2023 which should give Phison a run for its money. The SM2508 as the controller is called is set to be the most power efficient PCIe 5.0 NVMe controller to date, with a power consumption of 3.5 W, which is in line with most PCIe 4.0 SSD controllers. This still means that a decent heatsink will be needed, but not active cooling or massive heatsinks that we've seen on the current crop of PCIe 5.0 drives based on Phison's E26 controller.

Silicon Motion also appears to have the Phison E26 beat, in terms of performance, as the SM2508 promises to deliver sequential read and write speeds of up to 14 GB/s. Random performance is rated at 2.5 million IOPS read and 2.4 million IOPS write. To get the most out of the SM2508 2400 MT/s or faster NAND flash is going to be needed to deliver the claimed performance figures though, but according to Anandtech, the SM2508 is future proofed by supporting NAND flash speeds of up to 3600 MT/s, so we might see faster drives based on the controller once faster NAND appears, such as SK Hynix new 321-layer NAND (https://www.techpowerup.com/312186/sk-hynix-showcases-samples-of-worlds-first-321-layer-nand-flash), which is scheduled for a 2025 introduction. The SM2508 on the other hand is said to be launching at the end of this year or early 2024.https://tpucdn.com/img/oizKLw92EeQGJ5vs_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oizKLw92EeQGJ5vs.jpg)

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Synology today announced the DiskStation DS224+ and DS124, the two newest additions to Synology's range of data solutions for professionals, small teams, and edge deployments. Powered by the versatile Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system, these storage devices offer comprehensive tools to protect and manage important data, access files remotely, and monitor physical properties, all within a compact desktop format.

The DS224+ and DS124 deliver intuitive file management and sharing with Synology Drive, a private cloud solution combining cross-platform access with advanced privacy controls. Professionals in all fields can be more productive with the convenience of working from anywhere and the simplicity of centralized data.https://tpucdn.com/img/IUEgSEnGsu98fFvb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IUEgSEnGsu98fFvb.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bJboafWS6evB5gil_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bJboafWS6evB5gil.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/C2wxyV4SGBjhd2J5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/C2wxyV4SGBjhd2J5.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/UIIYf7jdaFLL756I_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UIIYf7jdaFLL756I.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/XZN8XjS6rbPeJUqb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/XZN8XjS6rbPeJUqb.jpg)
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(PR) Intel is Poised to Unleash America's Innovation Boom, Fueled by the CHIPS Act
It's been one year since President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law, launching the most significant industrial policy initiative in a generation. In addition to the much-discussed manufacturing boom the law incentivized, we also stand on the cusp of America's next big innovation boom. Powered by the promises of the CHIPS Act, Intel is doubling down on research and development (R&D) that will fuel new, leading-edge chip manufacturing facilities to power today's advanced technologies and tomorrow's transformative innovations. Intel is also investing in much-needed workforce development programs to ensure American workers have the necessary skills and talent to out-innovate the competition and meet the long-term demand for leading-edge semiconductors. Every day, we see firsthand how Intel's investments are putting America back on the path to manufacturing and technology leadership, while broadening access to opportunities and supporting the next generation of innovators.https://tpucdn.com/img/EYtF6mfRtPbM48F5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EYtF6mfRtPbM48F5.jpg)
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(PR) Suppliers Amp Up Production, HBM Bit Supply Projected to Soar by 105% in 2024
TrendForce highlights in its latest report that memory suppliers are boosting their production capacity in response to escalating orders from NVIDIA and CSPs for their in-house designed chips. These efforts include the expansion of TSV production lines to increase HBM output. Forecasts based on current production plans from suppliers indicate a remarkable 105% annual increase in HBM bit supply by 2024. However, due to the time required for TSV expansion, which encompasses equipment delivery and testing (9 to 12 months), the majority of HBM capacity is expected to materialize by 2Q24.

TrendForce analysis indicates that 2023 to 2024 will be pivotal years for AI development, triggering substantial demand for AI Training chips and thereby boosting HBM utilization. However, as the focus pivots to Inference, the annual growth rate for AI Training chips and HBM is expected to taper off slightly. The imminent boom in HBM production has presented suppliers with a difficult situation: they will need to strike a balance between meeting customer demand to expand market share and avoiding a surplus due to overproduction. Another concern is the potential risk of overbooking, as buyers, anticipating an HBM shortage, might inflate their demand.https://tpucdn.com/img/xkbdfLFH42OZq4fu_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xkbdfLFH42OZq4fu.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Vvf5pFI9ywD9mBNR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Vvf5pFI9ywD9mBNR.jpg)
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Intel Core i5-14600K and Core i7-14700K Show up in the Wild
Multiple leakers on Twitter/X have posted screenshots or pictures of Intel's upcoming Core i5-14600K CPU and it appears that some earlier rumours about this specific SKU weren't entirely accurate. It was believed that the Core i5-14600K was to get a core bump over the Core i5-13600K, but apparently this isn't the case, if the new leaks hold true. However, it also appears that the CPU will boost higher than expected, as earlier rumours suggested 5.3 GHz max boost clock and now it appears it'll go all the way up to 5.5 GHz, which is still lower than its Core i7 and Core i9 peers. The i5 also lacks Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, so it won't be possible to squeeze some extra performance out of this chip without overclocking it the good old fashioned way.

@9550pro posted a screenshot of CPU-Z in Chinese showing the Core i5-14600K running in a Gigabyte Z790 Gaming X AX motherboard, but it's unknown what the rest of the system configuration was. However, it does show the CPU having a clock multiplier ranging from 8 to 55, confirming the 5.5 GHz max CPU clock speed. @wxnod posted a picture of an MSI Z690 Edge TI WiFi DDR4 motherboard with a Core i7-14700K paired with 16 GB of DDR4 memory running at 4600 MHz on Gear 1, which in itself is a feat, although it's unknown if this was stable. The CPU was shown as running at 6.3 GHz, which is most likely a manual overclock of the CPU, as the Core i7-14700K isn't expected to be a 6 GHz plus part. We're getting close to the launch of Intel's 14th gen Core processors, so we won't have to wait too long to find out the full specs of these CPUs.

Update 07:17 UTC: Twitter/X bot Benchleaks has found some Geekbench results for the Core i5-14600K which @harukaze5719 made a nice graph of that we've added below. This suggests that Intel has managed to eke out quite a bit of extra performance from these "refreshed" CPUs.https://tpucdn.com/img/iu0XwzGijGKIxE9w_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/iu0XwzGijGKIxE9w.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/NOuAeKQBrI7hsh9U_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/NOuAeKQBrI7hsh9U.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/SNrzy7BdHL77MQoV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/SNrzy7BdHL77MQoV.jpg)

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(PR) Team Group Launches T-Create Expert CFexpress Plus and CFexpress Type-B Memory Cards
Global memory provider, Team Group, has announced two high-end memory cards today under its creator sub-brand T-CREATE for high-resolution works: The T-CREATE EXPERT CFexpress Plus Type B and T-CREATE EXPERT CFexpress Type B Memory Cards. Designed to unleash the top performance of Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera (DSLR), cinema, and high-end SLR cameras, they fulfill the needs of creators that take continuous high-speed shots and can handle the shooting of 4K and 8K RAW high-bitrate videos over long periods, allowing users to capture every key moment.

The T-CREATE EXPERT CFexpress Plus Type B card and the T-CREATE EXPERT CFexpress Type B card both use the CFexpress standard and offer write speeds of up to 1,700 MB/s and read speeds of up to 1,800 MB/s, excellent for file transfers to PCs and viewing all valuable files instantly and smoothly. The T-CREATE EXPERT CFexpress Plus Type B Memory Card adopts pSLC technology, which enables the CFexpress memory cards to have SLC-like read and write speeds in addition to superb durability.https://tpucdn.com/img/v3APOlQ3LBafUdJb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/v3APOlQ3LBafUdJb.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/4BdYtSMXZNPPVE35_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4BdYtSMXZNPPVE35.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QxOEH5GVEH7f8ihC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QxOEH5GVEH7f8ihC.jpg)
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(PR) Lightelligence Introduces Optical Interconnect for Composable Data Center Architectures
Lightelligence, the global leader in photonic computing and connectivity systems, today announced Photowave, the first optical communications hardware designed for PCIe and Compute Express Link (CXL) connectivity, unleashing next-generation workload efficiency.

Photowave, an Optical Networking (oNET) transceiver leveraging the significant latency and energy efficiency of photonics technology, empowers data center managers to scale resources within or across server racks. The first public demonstration of Photowave will be at Flash Memory Summit today through Thursday, August 10, in Santa Clara, Calif.https://tpucdn.com/img/LMdMKEmDJMo01h7R_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LMdMKEmDJMo01h7R.jpg)
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(PR) QNAP Announces the ARM-based AI NAS- TS-AI642 with 6 TOPS NPU
QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking and storage solution innovator, today unveiled the new-generation AI NAS TS-AI642. Adopting an ARM 8-core processor with 6 TOPS NPU, the TS-AI642 is perfect for AI image recognition and smart surveillance applications. Achieving both high performance and power-efficiency with 2.5 GbE connectivity, 10GbE expandability via PCIe and dual 4K HDMI output, the TS-AI642 fulfills the image storage, backup, and video surveillance demands of SMBs.

"According to professional technology media and global technology firms, 2023 is the year of Edge AI. Research shows that companies and organizations are leveraging more efficient and budget-friendly Edge AI solutions due to the market and economic uncertainty." said Jerry Deng, Product Manager of QNAP. "The QNAP TS-AI642 is the first ARM-based AI NAS on the market. Incorporating NPU for boosting AI image recognition performance with a low power design, the TS-AI642 is a cost-optimized entry-level ARM-based AI image storage and Surveillance NAS for SMBs."https://tpucdn.com/img/y3rRoShC50VdYmFC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/y3rRoShC50VdYmFC.jpg)
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(PR) Designer Series by Linksys Brings Modern Look to Essential WiFi Devices
Linksys, an iconic Home and Small Office connectivity company, is pleased to announce in a statement of direction its new Designer Series. This collection of connectivity products will become available online and in stores over the next several months, through the end of this year. This most recent addition to the Linksys family of products continues in the tradition of high-tech, innovative connectivity devices for the home, providing top-of-the line service and reliability combined with a fresh design that gives a sophisticated, modern edge and a tasteful new look to the traditional home WiFi router.

"The Designer Series came from two-plus years of research, conversations with our customers and design exploration," said Michael Wick, director of product design at Linksys. "We were asked to evolve Velop. The result is a new design language and color family that seamlessly blends in with home and small office décor around the world. Customers and beta users have confirmed we hit the mark."https://tpucdn.com/img/pvbsBygleAVbGJUV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/pvbsBygleAVbGJUV.jpg)
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NVIDIA Releases GeForce 536.99 WHQL Drivers with Baldur's Gate 3 Optimization
NVIDIA late Tuesday released the latest version of its GeForce Game Ready drivers. Version 536.99 WHQL adds optimization for "Baldur's Gate 3," besides "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre," and "Gord." Among the issues fixed with this release include screen-tearing and jitter noticed in cut-scenes of "Control," game stability issues with "Battlefield 2042" when applying GeForce Freestyle filters; general game stability issues when Freestyle filters are used with DLSS 3 enabled; stability issues with "Dead Space," and audio issues for Elgato Wave Link. Grab the drivers from the link below.

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SK hynix Inc. showcased today the sample of the 321-layer 4D NAND, making public the progress on its development of the industry's first NAND with more than 300 layers. The company gave a presentation on the progress on the development of its 321-layer 1 Tb TLC 4D NAND Flash and displayed the samples at the Flash Memory Summit (FMS) 2023 taking place Aug. 8-10 in Santa Clara.

SK hynix is the first in the industry to unveil the progress on the development of a NAND with more than 300 layers in detail. The company plans to raise the level of completion of the 321-layer product and start mass production from the first half of 2025. The company said its technological competitiveness accumulated from the success of the world's highest 238-layer NAND, already in mass production, paved the way for a smooth progress for the development of the 321-layer product. "With another breakthrough to address stacking limitations, SK hynix will open the era of NAND with more than 300 layers and lead the market."https://tpucdn.com/img/HSZ8QcqFQYb9ezLQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HSZ8QcqFQYb9ezLQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ybOSBaPelEmfnQLQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ybOSBaPelEmfnQLQ.jpg)
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(PR) NVIDIA Announces NVIDIA OVX servers Featuring New NVIDIA L40S GPU for Generative AI and Industrial Digitalization
NVIDIA today announced NVIDIA OVX servers featuring the new NVIDIA L40S GPU, a powerful, universal data center processor designed to accelerate the most compute-intensive, complex applications, including AI training and inference, 3D design and visualization, video processing and industrial digitalization with the NVIDIA Omniverse platform. The new GPU powers accelerated computing workloads for generative AI, which is transforming workflows and services across industries, including text, image and video generation, chatbots, game development, product design and healthcare.

"As generative AI transforms every industry, enterprises are increasingly seeking large-scale compute resources in the data center," said Bob Pette, vice president of professional visualization at NVIDIA. "OVX systems with NVIDIA L40S GPUs accelerate AI, graphics and video processing workloads, and meet the demanding performance requirements of an ever-increasing set of complex and diverse applications."https://tpucdn.com/img/IMVwoc6JGkxtiIDR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IMVwoc6JGkxtiIDR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/WYqc985m7nuLaB9C_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WYqc985m7nuLaB9C.jpg)
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(PR) Razer Unveils New Kraken Kitty Headsets
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today unveils the latest litter of its Kraken Kitty line so gamers, streamers, and cosplayers alike can celebrate International Cat Day in style. Become a fur-midable opponent with the latest release of the iconic, original Kraken Kitty headset, one of Razer's most popular models. The three new Kitty-additions follow the Kraken Kitty V2 Pro announced last year, and include the USB-wired Kraken Kitty V2, the wireless Kraken Kitty V2 BT, and cute clip-on Kitty Ears V2 that are purrfect for everybody - and every budget. The unmistakable Kraken Kitty ears have taken a stretch, now 50% bigger and bolder across all new styles.

"When we first released the Kraken Kitty, it really scratched an itch in the market, as there was nothing like it before." said Alvin Cheung, Senior Vice President of Razer's Hardware Business Unit. "At Razer, we're always on the prowl for ways to bring bolder and better products to gamers. The latest line of Kraken Kitty headsets continues to drive this design philosophy in an iconic form factor."https://tpucdn.com/img/ncGNmTTLCXAWMD7M_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ncGNmTTLCXAWMD7M.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/56UB2bDnSl2yDhmI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/56UB2bDnSl2yDhmI.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6wEQLyAYqLySH3WB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6wEQLyAYqLySH3WB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HlCmbqXQ1UBaKwXe_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HlCmbqXQ1UBaKwXe.jpg)
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"Downfall" Intel CPU Vulnerability Can Impact Performance By 50%
Intel has recently revealed a security vulnerability named Downfall (CVE-2022-40982) that impacts multiple generations of Intel processors. The vulnerability is linked to Intel's memory optimization feature, exploiting the Gather instruction, a function that accelerates data fetching from scattered memory locations. It inadvertently exposes internal hardware registers, allowing malicious software access to data held by other programs. The flaw affects Intel mainstream and server processors ranging from the Skylake to Rocket Lake microarchitecture. The entire list of affected CPUs is here (https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/developer/topic-technology/software-security-guidance/processors-affected-consolidated-product-cpu-model.html). Intel has responded by releasing updated software-level microcode to fix the flaw. However, there's concern over the performance impact of the fix, potentially affecting AVX2 and AVX-512 workloads involving the Gather instruction by up to 50%.

Phoronix tested the Downfall mitigations and reported varying performance decreases on different processors. For instance, two Xeon Platinum 8380 processors were around 6% slower in certain tests, while the Core i7-1165G7 faced performance degradation ranging from 11% to 39% in specific benchmarks. While these reductions were less than Intel's forecasted 50% overhead, they remain significant, especially in High-Performance Computing (HPC) workloads. The ramifications of Downfall are not restricted to specialized tasks like AI or HPC but may extend to more common applications such as video encoding. Though the microcode update is not mandatory and Intel provides an opt-out mechanism, users are left with a challenging decision between security and performance. Executing a Downfall attack might seem complex, but the final choice between implementing the mitigation or retaining performance will likely vary depending on individual needs and risk assessments.https://tpucdn.com/img/ciOlNy3z0wLmz1Z9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ciOlNy3z0wLmz1Z9.jpg)

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GoDeal24 Unveils MS Office Super Sale, with Discounts Up to 62% Off
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(PR) TerraMaster Launches F2-212 F4-212 and U4-212 Private Cloud NAS
TerraMaster, a professional brand that focuses on providing innovative storage products for homes and businesses, recently released new design NAS series F2-212, F4-212 and U4-212, support TRAID, BTRFS file system, Snapshot and TFSS providing stronger data backup and better home multimedia experience, which perfectly meet the requirement of personal and home users. Among the 3 models, the sample of F2-212 for review will be firstly available soon in August.

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NVIDIA 537.09 Hotfix Addresses Ratchet & Clank DirectStorage Performance Fluctuations
NVIDIA today released the GeForce 537.09 Hotfix driver to address an urgent issue with "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart." This is the first AAA PC title to introduce DirectStorage acceleration, and apparently there are some performance fluctuations seen due to the way enabling DirectStorage and certain other in-game settings interact with each other. This driver release fixes them. As a Hotfix driver, no other issues or optimizations are added with this release, and unless you play "Ratchet & Clank," you'd rather stay on the latest GeForce Software 536.99 WHQL drivers (https://www.techpowerup.com/312187/nvidia-releases-geforce-536-99-whql-drivers-with-baldurs-gate-3-optimization). If however you do play the game, grab the Hotfix driver from the link below to smoothen out issues with DirectStorage.

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(PR) Westone Audio Launch AM PRO X Series of In-Ear Monitors
The AM PRO X series of universal in-ear monitors have been designed for stage artists to get the very most from their performance. Available in three driver configurations, Westone Audio use advanced balanced-armature technology designed in-house, along with their StageSense filter system to provide artists with a carefully balanced mix of audio and feedback from the audience and fellow performers on stage. For close to four decades, Westone Audio has been at the forefront of in-ear audio innovation. Having developed balanced-armature drivers for their custom earpieces, Westone created the first custom stage monitors which were used in collaboration with some of the biggest artists at the time such as Rush and Def Leppard.

The entire range will be available to buy on 15th August 2023 from WestoneAudio.com (US), and WestoneAudio.eu (EU) as well as selected retailers worldwide including hifiheadphones.co.uk, gear4music.co.uk with the following pricing:

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(PR) Overwatch 2: Invasion is Here With New Adventures, and More
Overwatch 2: Invasion is here, and packed with a new hero, a new seasonal Battle Pass, and a new core PvP game mode. We're also bringing new Invasion Story Missions, a limited-time Co-op Event, and new ways to practice and celebrate your achievements with your favorite heroes. Let's check out everything that you can expect in the new update!

Illari is the newest Support Hero to join the ranks in Overwatch 2. What sets Illari apart from other Support heroes is that she has a very damage-focused kit, so that you can heal your team while dominating the opposition. Her Solar Rifle fires a beam of sunlight that can do powerful burst damage at long-range, or use it to heal allies around you. She also can support her team with a deployable Healing Pylon granting bursts of health to allies around it. Her Outburst ability will knock enemies back and propel herself out of danger. When you need to turn up the heat, use Captive Sun and fire a massive ball of solar energy. Opponents hit by this ultimate ability will be Sun Struck, making them vulnerable to lethal explosions if they take too much damage. Unlock Illari immediately when you get the Premium Battle Pass, or wait to unlock her on tier 45 for free. You can also unlock Illari—and all the heroes in Overwatch—with the new Overwatch 2 Complete Hero Collection, now available in the In-Game Shop.https://tpucdn.com/img/tRzVjBTqXqcmToU1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tRzVjBTqXqcmToU1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/thZmlM3Hzmp0PDPC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/thZmlM3Hzmp0PDPC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hSsyw1BaJGZhFxjy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hSsyw1BaJGZhFxjy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DBZIvsF9af787eIo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DBZIvsF9af787eIo.jpg)
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Experience Quake II, enhanced in partnership with Nightdive Studios to bring the ground-breaking shooter to modern hardware with new content, online multiplayer, visual upgrades and more! Play the enhanced Quake II today on Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

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(PR) NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets 21 New Games, KovaaK's Challenge Goes Live
Rise and shine, it's time to quake up - the GeForce NOW Ultimate KovaaK's challenge kicks off at the QuakeCon gaming festival today, giving gamers everywhere the chance to play to their ultimate potential with ultra-high 240 frames per second streaming. On top of bragging rights, top scorers can win some sweet prizes - including a 240 Hz gaming monitor.

Bethesda's award-winning titles Doom Eternal, Quake, Wolfenstein: The New Order, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus and Wolfenstein: Youngblood heat up the cloud this week, leading 21 new games joining the GeForce NOW library. Plus, Baldur's Gate 3 has been a hit with members. Make sure to upgrade to Ultimate and Priority memberships today to skip the waiting lines over free members and get into gaming faster.https://tpucdn.com/img/AOSW1TghnLpLegQd_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AOSW1TghnLpLegQd.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/S38U3OqZfgtUAxp1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/S38U3OqZfgtUAxp1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DYIIlDjOWIh9TDwA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DYIIlDjOWIh9TDwA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/e2dX3Z9xFJ19b7i4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/e2dX3Z9xFJ19b7i4.jpg)
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(PR) SK hynix Starts Mass Production of Industry's First 24GB LPDDR5X DRAM
SK hynix Inc. (or "the company", www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has begun supplying the industry's first 24-gigabyte (GB) Low Power Double Data Rate 5X (LPDDR5X) mobile DRAM package to its customers, following the mass production of LPDDR5X in November 2022. SK hynix, in January, developed LPDDR5T, which is an upgraded product of LPDDR5X prior to the development of the 8th generation LPDDR6, and is currently processing customer validation.

"The company integrated the High-K Metal Gate (HKMG) process in the 24 GB LPDDR5X package, enabling the product to deliver outstanding power efficiency and performance," said SK hynix. "The addition of the 24 GB package to our mobile DRAM product portfolio has given us a more flexibility in accommodating customers' needs."https://tpucdn.com/img/mpqJKNFZuuuHErGj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mpqJKNFZuuuHErGj.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HN2awULBMNMs24WI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HN2awULBMNMs24WI.jpg)
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AMD Reveals Radeon RX 7900 XTX and Ryzen 7 7800X3D Starfield Limited Edition
As a part of its promotional deal with Bethesda for the upcoming Starfield game, AMD has announced a limited edition release of both its Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card and its Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU. The latter is in all fairness a bit dull as far as limited editions go, as the only thing really limited is the packaging the CPU comes in. Despite being a limited production run of only 500 units, AMD didn't bother adding any extra marking on the CPU itself, making it less of a collectors edition than it could've been.

On the other hand, the Radeon RX 7900 XTX Starfield Special Edition gets a custom white shroud with a lot of little quirky bits of text on the card and an overall different feel to it compared to AMD's reference design cards. Again, we're looking at a limited run of 500 cards here too and it's not clear if these will be numbered or not. Neither product will be available to buy though, so the only way to get your hands on one or the other, is to enter one of multiple giveaways that either AMD or its partners will host in the near future. There's a video after the break with more details.https://tpucdn.com/img/MY8YvsY5tTxIDgan_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MY8YvsY5tTxIDgan.jpg)
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(PR) SK hynix LPDDR5T Verified as World's Fastest Mobile DRAM
SK hynix's LPDDR5T (Low Power Double Data Rate 5 Turbo) has completed performance verification for application with MediaTek's next-generation mobile APs. Developed in January 2023, the LPDDR5T is the world's fastest mobile DRAM, achieving operating speeds of 9.6 gigabits per second (Gbps). SK hynix provided samples of its LPDDR5T to MediaTek, a leading global fabless semiconductor, in February 2023 for testing.

The performance tests were carried out using the next-generation MediaTek Dimensity flagship chipset, which is part of their Dimensity Platform series of mobile APs. Set to launch within this year, MediaTek's next-generation flagship mobile chipset will utilize 9.6 Gbps memory—the fastest operating speed for mobile devices. The global semiconductor industry had previously projected that operating speeds of up to 9.6 Gbps would only be achievable with future iterations such as the LPDDR6, which is scheduled to be released after 2026. SK hynix has expedited this timeline with the LPDDR5T.https://tpucdn.com/img/AAWuNVDRp19Fjb0l_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AAWuNVDRp19Fjb0l.jpg)
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(PR) Corsair Launches the K70 MAX with Corsair MGX Hall Effect Switches, HS80 MAX Headset
CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, announced the launch of new peripherals that empower you to craft a customized gaming experience like no other.

This launch includes a game-changing new keyboard: The K70 MAX Magnetic-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. The first keyboard with adjustable CORSAIR MGX magnetic-mechanical switches, the K70 MAX offers an unprecedented level of configurability in every keystroke. Whether for blistering speed or impeccable typing accuracy, the K70 MAX is the ideal device for those who seek maximum keyboard performance.https://tpucdn.com/img/PfR86FGhQlvVesBa_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PfR86FGhQlvVesBa.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/7nCj9nYti3VzAe5d_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7nCj9nYti3VzAe5d.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/dYgLugx3XhXlsJTC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/dYgLugx3XhXlsJTC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9k5EPs1gdci4AUyg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9k5EPs1gdci4AUyg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ebTdmcUkl0XKbiD0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ebTdmcUkl0XKbiD0.jpg)
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(PR) Supermicro Announces High Volume Production of E3.S All-Flash Storage Portfolio with CXL Memory Expansion
Supermicro, Inc., a Total IT Solution Provider for Cloud, AI/ML, Storage, and 5G/Edge, is delivering a high-throughput, low latency E3.S storage solutions supporting the industry's first PCIe Gen 5 drives and CXL modules to meet the demands of large AI Training and HPC clusters, where massive amounts of unstructured data must be delivered to the GPUs and CPUs to achieve faster results.

Supermicro's Petascale systems are a new class of storage servers supporting the latest industry standard E3.S (7.5 mm) Gen 5 NVMe drives from leading storage vendors for up to 256 TB of high throughput, low latency storage in 1U or up to a half petabyte in 2U. Inside, Supermicro's innovative symmetrical architecture reduced latency by ensuring the shortest signal paths for data and maximized airflow over critical components, allowing them to run at optimal speeds. With these new systems, a standard rack can now hold over 20 Petabytes of capacity for high throughput NVMe-oF (NVMe over Fabrics) configurations, ensuring that GPUs remain saturated with data. Systems are available with either the 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors or 4th Gen AMD EPYC processors.https://tpucdn.com/img/AxdMU8io25quR7sF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AxdMU8io25quR7sF.jpg)
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(PR) Turtle Beach's Innovative & Hyper-Portable Atom Controller Is Coming to iPhones
Best-selling gaming headset and leading gaming accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation today announced their acclaimed, hyper-portable Turtle Beach Atom Mobile Game Controller is coming to iPhone users next month. The Atom Controller is a compact and portable mobile gaming controller with a unique two-piece design. The Atom's two ergonomic grip modules fit every Apple iPhone 14, 13, 12, and 11 model, and adjustable spring-loaded clamps ensure there's no need to remove phone cases. When gaming with an iPhone placed in the middle, the two Atom Controller modules communicate with each other wirelessly using Turtle Beach's proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless link.

Low-latency Bluetooth connects lag-free to iPhones when cloud gaming on Apple Arcade, Xbox Game Pass, GeForce Now, Steam Link, and more. When it's time to stow-and-go, the two Atom modules magnetically combine to effortlessly fit its included carrying case, and into a pocket. With the earlier launch of the Atom Controller for Android, Game Tyrant called it, "A game changing device that makes mobile gaming so much more enjoyable," while Android Police praised it as, "An excellent device," and gave it a 9/10 review score.https://tpucdn.com/img/5tr9JgWas1Pw3ARo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5tr9JgWas1Pw3ARo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/1R0d0UzVe7o1WLeP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1R0d0UzVe7o1WLeP.jpg)
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Action RPG "Atlas Fallen" joins a long line of RPGs this Summer for you to grind into—Baldur's Gate 3, Diablo 4, and Starfield. We've been testing the game for our GPU performance article, and found something interesting—the game isn't optimized for Intel Hybrid processors, such as the Core i9-13900K "Raptor Lake" in our bench. The game scales across all CPU cores—which is normally a good thing—until we realize that not only does it saturate all of the 8 P-cores, but also the 16 E-cores. It ends up with under 80 FPS in busy gameplay at 1080p with a GeForce RTX 4090. Performance is "restored" only when the E-cores are disabled.

Normally, when a game saturates all of the E-cores, we don't interpret it as the game being "aware" of E-cores, but rather "unaware" of them. An ideal Hybrid-aware game should saturate the P-cores for its main workload, and use the E-cores for errands such as processing the audio stack (DSPs from the game), network stack (the game's unique multiplayer network component), physics, in-flight decompression of assets from the disk, etc., which show up in Task Manager as intermittent, irregular load. "Atlas Fallen" appears to be using the E-cores for its main worker threads, and this is found imposing a performance penalty as we found out by disabling the E-cores. This performance penalty is because the E-cores run slower than P-cores, at lower clock speeds, have much lower IPC, and are cache-starved. Frame data being processed by the P-cores end up having to wait for those from the E-cores, which causes the overall framerate to come down.https://tpucdn.com/img/UJmt0Nyfa1UTEits_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/UJmt0Nyfa1UTEits.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/k157r315rj86qyFp_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/k157r315rj86qyFp.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/EvKvpNoj5b8nPx5b_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EvKvpNoj5b8nPx5b.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/05EpDy92YLcFvKSH_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/05EpDy92YLcFvKSH.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lyCT5x23ccPgc2em_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lyCT5x23ccPgc2em.jpg)
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AMD "Strix Point" Company's First Hybrid Processor, 4P+8E ES Surfaces
Beating previous reports (https://www.techpowerup.com/311465/amd-strix-point-zen-5-monolithic-silicon-has-a-12-core-cpu) that AMD is increasing the CPU core count of its mobile monolithic processors from the present 8-core/16-thread to 12-core/24-thread; we are learning that the next-gen processor from the company, codenamed "Strix Point," will in fact be the company's first hybrid processor. The chip is expected to feature two kinds of CPU cores, with "Zen 5" being the microarchitecture behind the performance cores, and "Zen 5c" behind the efficiency cores. An engineering sample featuring 4 P-cores, and 8 E-cores, surfaced on the web, thanks to Performancedatabases. A HWiNFO screenshot reveals the engineering sample's core-configuration of 4x P-cores and 8x E-cores, with identical L1 cache sizes. Things get a little fuzzy with the L2 cache size detection, and L3 cache.

We know from the current "Zen 4c" core (https://www.techpowerup.com/310057/amd-zen-4c-not-an-e-core-35-smaller-than-zen-4-but-with-identical-ipc) design that it is essentially a compacted version of "Zen 4" designed for higher-density chiplets that have 16 cores; and that it has both the same ISA and IPC as "Zen 4," with the only difference being that "Zen 4c" is designed with lower amounts of shared L3 caches at their disposal, are generally configured with lower clock speeds, and have higher energy efficiency than "Zen 4." "Zen 4c" cores also 35% smaller in die-area than "Zen 4." The company could develop "Zen 5c" CPU cores with similar design goals.https://tpucdn.com/img/DTRtKdQ30b2HHcvB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DTRtKdQ30b2HHcvB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/VFRGKF08WfJ4JXzl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VFRGKF08WfJ4JXzl.jpg)
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III Gets a New Trailer, Big Reveal on August 17
Activision and Sledgehammer Games revealed a bit more details about the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, including the new Makarov Reveal trailer, and an announcement that most of content collected in Modern Warfare II will be transferable to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III when it launches on November 10. Activision is also promising a big reveal scheduled for August 10.

Activision released a big post titled "carry forward" about what content will be transferable. In short, the list includes weapons and cosmetic content, including Bundles, Operators, and other rewards and unlocks from the game. The Wartracks from Modern Warfare 2 are not on the list. The latest teaser trailer confirms the return of Vladimir Makarov as the villain of the game.https://tpucdn.com/img/bLDBZ7NWHLfzwx7w_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bLDBZ7NWHLfzwx7w.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/31cHojLr2EPAdKtL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/31cHojLr2EPAdKtL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/BdDpIUdS9Bg6Q10z_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/BdDpIUdS9Bg6Q10z.jpg)
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(PR) Alphacool Intros Core Push-and-Secure Mounting Kits
Installation with a simple click? The Core Push Mounting Kit from Alphacool simplifies the installation of a Core Distro Plate. The Push Mounting Kit allows easy and secure mounting of a Core Distro Plate on a radiator or in a PC case. The metal pins are screwed to the Distro Plate and the matching sockets are attached to the radiator or PC case. In the next, tool-free mounting step, the Distro Plate is pushed onto the pins. Thus, the mounting system offers a very solid and stable mount of the Distro Plate and at the same time eases the disassembly for maintenance or expansion projects considerably. The Core Push Mounting Kit is now available in 17 mm, 25 mm and 50 mm versions in the Alphacool Online Shop.https://tpucdn.com/img/1CA618vzSYaYS5Wr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1CA618vzSYaYS5Wr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6d7mkJhynedy3H47_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6d7mkJhynedy3H47.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/BW5GVoexboBIecMu_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/BW5GVoexboBIecMu.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/SbtuZWcLqZVLhaNo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/SbtuZWcLqZVLhaNo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vl0p4fysmQzkT4PX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vl0p4fysmQzkT4PX.jpg)
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(PR) V-COLOR Showcases Overclocked DDR5-6800 R-DIMM Ranging from 16GB to 64GB 8-channel Kits
V-COLOR Technology Inc, a leading memory manufacturer is proud to present the revolutionary DDR5 OC R-DIMM Workstation Memory in configurations 16 GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB. Designed for use with the latest unlocked Intel Xeon W-2400X and W-3400X series processors on respective Intel W790 chipset-based motherboards supporting quad-channel and octo-channel memory

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The next-generation GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards will be powered by the Blackwell graphics architecture, named after American mathematician David Blackwell. kopite7kimi, a reliable source with NVIDIA leaks revealed what the lineup of GPUs behind the series could look like. It reportedly will be led by the GB202, followed by the GB203, and then the GB205 and GB206, followed by the GB207 at the entry level. What's surprising here, is the lack of a "GB204" succeeding the AD104, GA104, TU104, and a long line of successful performance-segment GPUs by NVIDIA.

The GeForce Blackwell ASIC series begins with "GB" (GeForce Blackwell) followed by a 200-series number. The last time NVIDIA used a 200-series ASIC number for GeForce GPUs was with "Maxwell," as the GPUs ended up being built on a more advanced node, and with a few more advanced features, than what the architecture was originally conceived for. For "Blackwell," the GB202 logically succeeds the AD102, GA102, TU102, and a long line of "big chips" that have powered the company's flagship client graphics cards. The GB103 succeeds AD103, as a high SIMD count GPU with a narrower memory bus than the GB202, powering the #2 and #3 SKUs in the series. There is curiously the lack of a "GB104."https://tpucdn.com/img/QfY1HaXbGwAJ1DKG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QfY1HaXbGwAJ1DKG.jpg)
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This Week in Gaming (Week 33)
As we enter the middle of August, the month keeps delivering when it comes to new game releases and this coming week we have multiple AA titles to look forward to. There are a lot of things to look forward to, including submarines, spaceships, controlling chaos, chainsaws, oval balls and much more. Please keep voting in the poll, as it gives us an indication of what kind of games you like, as we ignore the negativity in the poll anyhow.

Everspace 2 (https://www.everspace.game/) / This week's AA title / Tuesday 15 August
Everspace 2 puts you in the pilot seat in this fast-paced single-player space shooter, where vicious encounters and brutal challenges stand between you and that next epic loot drop. Explore the war-torn star systems of the Demilitarized Zone of Cluster 34—each massive handcrafted area is packed with secrets, puzzles, and perils to encounter. Experience a thrilling sci-fi story following Adam, a clone pilot seeking his place in the universe. The events of his past tangle with clashing factions as the DMZ approaches a boiling point. Escape colonial capture, navigate the intrigues of local warlords, evade energy-maddened cultists, and fend off war-hungry aliens.https://tpucdn.com/img/sQigU5oqJOcpBOqo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sQigU5oqJOcpBOqo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/TsiRnRglPMDvFgtE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/TsiRnRglPMDvFgtE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LBMHspG015aqbNaH_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LBMHspG015aqbNaH.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LSbtwbgxeCbb3nXh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LSbtwbgxeCbb3nXh.jpg)
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"Downfall" Intel CPU Vulnerability Can Impact Performance By 50%
Intel has recently revealed a security vulnerability named Downfall (CVE-2022-40982) that impacts multiple generations of Intel processors. The vulnerability is linked to Intel's memory optimization feature, exploiting the Gather instruction, a function that accelerates data fetching from scattered memory locations. It inadvertently exposes internal hardware registers, allowing malicious software access to data held by other programs. The flaw affects Intel mainstream and server processors ranging from the Skylake to Rocket Lake microarchitecture. The entire list of affected CPUs is here (https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/developer/topic-technology/software-security-guidance/processors-affected-consolidated-product-cpu-model.html). Intel has responded by releasing updated software-level microcode to fix the flaw. However, there's concern over the performance impact of the fix, potentially affecting AVX2 and AVX-512 workloads involving the Gather instruction by up to 50%.

Phoronix tested the Downfall mitigations and reported varying performance decreases on different processors. For instance, two Xeon Platinum 8380 processors were around 6% slower in certain tests, while the Core i7-1165G7 faced performance degradation ranging from 11% to 39% in specific benchmarks. While these reductions were less than Intel's forecasted 50% overhead, they remain significant, especially in High-Performance Computing (HPC) workloads. The ramifications of Downfall are not restricted to specialized tasks like AI or HPC but may extend to more common applications such as video encoding. Though the microcode update is not mandatory and Intel provides an opt-out mechanism, users are left with a challenging decision between security and performance. Executing a Downfall attack might seem complex, but the final choice between implementing the mitigation or retaining performance will likely vary depending on individual needs and risk assessments.https://tpucdn.com/img/ciOlNy3z0wLmz1Z9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ciOlNy3z0wLmz1Z9.jpg)

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(PR) TerraMaster Launches F2-212 F4-212 and U4-212 Private Cloud NAS
TerraMaster, a professional brand that focuses on providing innovative storage products for homes and businesses, recently released new design NAS series F2-212, F4-212 and U4-212, support TRAID, BTRFS file system, Snapshot and TFSS providing stronger data backup and better home multimedia experience, which perfectly meet the requirement of personal and home users. Among the 3 models, the sample of F2-212 for review will be firstly available soon in August.

More Modern Exterior Design
The 212 NAS series adopts brand-new design elements and color matching, and has a more fashionable and modern appearance design, better heat dissipation, lower noise, and more convenient installation and use.https://tpucdn.com/img/HFTyqagZHllTCQEY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HFTyqagZHllTCQEY.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/3IJy7ccCsQGedMgv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/3IJy7ccCsQGedMgv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/a5iWvi6eEp7tEt16_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/a5iWvi6eEp7tEt16.jpg)
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NVIDIA 537.09 Hotfix Addresses Ratchet & Clank DirectStorage Performance Fluctuations
NVIDIA today released the GeForce 537.09 Hotfix driver to address an urgent issue with "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart." This is the first AAA PC title to introduce DirectStorage acceleration, and apparently there are some performance fluctuations seen due to the way enabling DirectStorage and certain other in-game settings interact with each other. This driver release fixes them. As a Hotfix driver, no other issues or optimizations are added with this release, and unless you play "Ratchet & Clank," you'd rather stay on the latest GeForce Software 536.99 WHQL drivers (https://www.techpowerup.com/312187/nvidia-releases-geforce-536-99-whql-drivers-with-baldurs-gate-3-optimization). If however you do play the game, grab the Hotfix driver from the link below to smoothen out issues with DirectStorage.

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(PR) Westone Audio Launch AM PRO X Series of In-Ear Monitors
The AM PRO X series of universal in-ear monitors have been designed for stage artists to get the very most from their performance. Available in three driver configurations, Westone Audio use advanced balanced-armature technology designed in-house, along with their StageSense filter system to provide artists with a carefully balanced mix of audio and feedback from the audience and fellow performers on stage. For close to four decades, Westone Audio has been at the forefront of in-ear audio innovation. Having developed balanced-armature drivers for their custom earpieces, Westone created the first custom stage monitors which were used in collaboration with some of the biggest artists at the time such as Rush and Def Leppard.

The entire range will be available to buy on 15th August 2023 from WestoneAudio.com (US), and WestoneAudio.eu (EU) as well as selected retailers worldwide including hifiheadphones.co.uk, gear4music.co.uk with the following pricing:

AM PRO X 10 - $249.99 / £249.99 / €279.99
AM PRO X 20 - $399.99 / £379.99 / €429.99
AM PRO X 30 - $479.99 / £449.99 / €514.99

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(PR) Overwatch 2: Invasion is Here With New Adventures, and More
Overwatch 2: Invasion is here, and packed with a new hero, a new seasonal Battle Pass, and a new core PvP game mode. We're also bringing new Invasion Story Missions, a limited-time Co-op Event, and new ways to practice and celebrate your achievements with your favorite heroes. Let's check out everything that you can expect in the new update!

Illari is the newest Support Hero to join the ranks in Overwatch 2. What sets Illari apart from other Support heroes is that she has a very damage-focused kit, so that you can heal your team while dominating the opposition. Her Solar Rifle fires a beam of sunlight that can do powerful burst damage at long-range, or use it to heal allies around you. She also can support her team with a deployable Healing Pylon granting bursts of health to allies around it. Her Outburst ability will knock enemies back and propel herself out of danger. When you need to turn up the heat, use Captive Sun and fire a massive ball of solar energy. Opponents hit by this ultimate ability will be Sun Struck, making them vulnerable to lethal explosions if they take too much damage. Unlock Illari immediately when you get the Premium Battle Pass, or wait to unlock her on tier 45 for free. You can also unlock Illari—and all the heroes in Overwatch—with the new Overwatch 2 Complete Hero Collection, now available in the In-Game Shop.https://tpucdn.com/img/tRzVjBTqXqcmToU1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tRzVjBTqXqcmToU1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/thZmlM3Hzmp0PDPC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/thZmlM3Hzmp0PDPC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hSsyw1BaJGZhFxjy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hSsyw1BaJGZhFxjy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DBZIvsF9af787eIo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DBZIvsF9af787eIo.jpg)
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Rise and shine, it's time to quake up - the GeForce NOW Ultimate KovaaK's challenge kicks off at the QuakeCon gaming festival today, giving gamers everywhere the chance to play to their ultimate potential with ultra-high 240 frames per second streaming. On top of bragging rights, top scorers can win some sweet prizes - including a 240 Hz gaming monitor.

Bethesda's award-winning titles Doom Eternal, Quake, Wolfenstein: The New Order, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus and Wolfenstein: Youngblood heat up the cloud this week, leading 21 new games joining the GeForce NOW library. Plus, Baldur's Gate 3 has been a hit with members. Make sure to upgrade to Ultimate and Priority memberships today to skip the waiting lines over free members and get into gaming faster.https://tpucdn.com/img/AOSW1TghnLpLegQd_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AOSW1TghnLpLegQd.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/S38U3OqZfgtUAxp1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/S38U3OqZfgtUAxp1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DYIIlDjOWIh9TDwA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DYIIlDjOWIh9TDwA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/e2dX3Z9xFJ19b7i4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/e2dX3Z9xFJ19b7i4.jpg)
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(PR) SK hynix Starts Mass Production of Industry's First 24GB LPDDR5X DRAM
SK hynix Inc. (or "the company", www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has begun supplying the industry's first 24-gigabyte (GB) Low Power Double Data Rate 5X (LPDDR5X) mobile DRAM package to its customers, following the mass production of LPDDR5X in November 2022. SK hynix, in January, developed LPDDR5T, which is an upgraded product of LPDDR5X prior to the development of the 8th generation LPDDR6, and is currently processing customer validation.

"The company integrated the High-K Metal Gate (HKMG) process in the 24 GB LPDDR5X package, enabling the product to deliver outstanding power efficiency and performance," said SK hynix. "The addition of the 24 GB package to our mobile DRAM product portfolio has given us a more flexibility in accommodating customers' needs."https://tpucdn.com/img/mpqJKNFZuuuHErGj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mpqJKNFZuuuHErGj.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HN2awULBMNMs24WI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HN2awULBMNMs24WI.jpg)
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AMD Reveals Radeon RX 7900 XTX and Ryzen 7 7800X3D Starfield Limited Edition
As a part of its promotional deal with Bethesda for the upcoming Starfield game, AMD has announced a limited edition release of both its Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card and its Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU. The latter is in all fairness a bit dull as far as limited editions go, as the only thing really limited is the packaging the CPU comes in. Despite being a limited production run of only 500 units, AMD didn't bother adding any extra marking on the CPU itself, making it less of a collectors edition than it could've been.

On the other hand, the Radeon RX 7900 XTX Starfield Special Edition gets a custom white shroud with a lot of little quirky bits of text on the card and an overall different feel to it compared to AMD's reference design cards. Again, we're looking at a limited run of 500 cards here too and it's not clear if these will be numbered or not. Neither product will be available to buy though, so the only way to get your hands on one or the other, is to enter one of multiple giveaways that either AMD or its partners will host in the near future. There's a video after the break with more details.https://tpucdn.com/img/MY8YvsY5tTxIDgan_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MY8YvsY5tTxIDgan.jpg)
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(PR) SK hynix LPDDR5T Verified as World's Fastest Mobile DRAM
SK hynix's LPDDR5T (Low Power Double Data Rate 5 Turbo) has completed performance verification for application with MediaTek's next-generation mobile APs. Developed in January 2023, the LPDDR5T is the world's fastest mobile DRAM, achieving operating speeds of 9.6 gigabits per second (Gbps). SK hynix provided samples of its LPDDR5T to MediaTek, a leading global fabless semiconductor, in February 2023 for testing.

The performance tests were carried out using the next-generation MediaTek Dimensity flagship chipset, which is part of their Dimensity Platform series of mobile APs. Set to launch within this year, MediaTek's next-generation flagship mobile chipset will utilize 9.6 Gbps memory—the fastest operating speed for mobile devices. The global semiconductor industry had previously projected that operating speeds of up to 9.6 Gbps would only be achievable with future iterations such as the LPDDR6, which is scheduled to be released after 2026. SK hynix has expedited this timeline with the LPDDR5T.https://tpucdn.com/img/AAWuNVDRp19Fjb0l_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AAWuNVDRp19Fjb0l.jpg)
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(PR) Corsair Launches the K70 MAX with Corsair MGX Hall Effect Switches, HS80 MAX Headset
CORSAIR, a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, announced the launch of new peripherals that empower you to craft a customized gaming experience like no other.

This launch includes a game-changing new keyboard: The K70 MAX Magnetic-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. The first keyboard with adjustable CORSAIR MGX magnetic-mechanical switches, the K70 MAX offers an unprecedented level of configurability in every keystroke. Whether for blistering speed or impeccable typing accuracy, the K70 MAX is the ideal device for those who seek maximum keyboard performance.https://tpucdn.com/img/PfR86FGhQlvVesBa_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PfR86FGhQlvVesBa.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/7nCj9nYti3VzAe5d_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7nCj9nYti3VzAe5d.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/dYgLugx3XhXlsJTC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/dYgLugx3XhXlsJTC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/9k5EPs1gdci4AUyg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9k5EPs1gdci4AUyg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ebTdmcUkl0XKbiD0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ebTdmcUkl0XKbiD0.jpg)
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(PR) Supermicro Announces High Volume Production of E3.S All-Flash Storage Portfolio with CXL Memory Expansion
Supermicro, Inc., a Total IT Solution Provider for Cloud, AI/ML, Storage, and 5G/Edge, is delivering a high-throughput, low latency E3.S storage solutions supporting the industry's first PCIe Gen 5 drives and CXL modules to meet the demands of large AI Training and HPC clusters, where massive amounts of unstructured data must be delivered to the GPUs and CPUs to achieve faster results.

Supermicro's Petascale systems are a new class of storage servers supporting the latest industry standard E3.S (7.5 mm) Gen 5 NVMe drives from leading storage vendors for up to 256 TB of high throughput, low latency storage in 1U or up to a half petabyte in 2U. Inside, Supermicro's innovative symmetrical architecture reduced latency by ensuring the shortest signal paths for data and maximized airflow over critical components, allowing them to run at optimal speeds. With these new systems, a standard rack can now hold over 20 Petabytes of capacity for high throughput NVMe-oF (NVMe over Fabrics) configurations, ensuring that GPUs remain saturated with data. Systems are available with either the 4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors or 4th Gen AMD EPYC processors.https://tpucdn.com/img/AxdMU8io25quR7sF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AxdMU8io25quR7sF.jpg)
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(PR) Turtle Beach's Innovative & Hyper-Portable Atom Controller Is Coming to iPhones
Best-selling gaming headset and leading gaming accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation today announced their acclaimed, hyper-portable Turtle Beach Atom Mobile Game Controller is coming to iPhone users next month. The Atom Controller is a compact and portable mobile gaming controller with a unique two-piece design. The Atom's two ergonomic grip modules fit every Apple iPhone 14, 13, 12, and 11 model, and adjustable spring-loaded clamps ensure there's no need to remove phone cases. When gaming with an iPhone placed in the middle, the two Atom Controller modules communicate with each other wirelessly using Turtle Beach's proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless link.

Low-latency Bluetooth connects lag-free to iPhones when cloud gaming on Apple Arcade, Xbox Game Pass, GeForce Now, Steam Link, and more. When it's time to stow-and-go, the two Atom modules magnetically combine to effortlessly fit its included carrying case, and into a pocket. With the earlier launch of the Atom Controller for Android, Game Tyrant called it, "A game changing device that makes mobile gaming so much more enjoyable," while Android Police praised it as, "An excellent device," and gave it a 9/10 review score.https://tpucdn.com/img/5tr9JgWas1Pw3ARo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5tr9JgWas1Pw3ARo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/1R0d0UzVe7o1WLeP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1R0d0UzVe7o1WLeP.jpg)
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AMD "Strix Point" Company's First Hybrid Processor, 4P+8E ES Surfaces
Beating previous reports (https://www.techpowerup.com/311465/amd-strix-point-zen-5-monolithic-silicon-has-a-12-core-cpu) that AMD is increasing the CPU core count of its mobile monolithic processors from the present 8-core/16-thread to 12-core/24-thread; we are learning that the next-gen processor from the company, codenamed "Strix Point," will in fact be the company's first hybrid processor. The chip is expected to feature two kinds of CPU cores, with "Zen 5" being the microarchitecture behind the performance cores, and "Zen 5c" behind the efficiency cores. An engineering sample featuring 4 P-cores, and 8 E-cores, surfaced on the web, thanks to Performancedatabases. A HWiNFO screenshot reveals the engineering sample's core-configuration of 4x P-cores and 8x E-cores, with identical L1 cache sizes. Things get a little fuzzy with the L2 cache size detection, and L3 cache.

We know from the current "Zen 4c" core (https://www.techpowerup.com/310057/amd-zen-4c-not-an-e-core-35-smaller-than-zen-4-but-with-identical-ipc) design that it is essentially a compacted version of "Zen 4" designed for higher-density chiplets that have 16 cores; and that it has both the same ISA and IPC as "Zen 4," with the only difference being that "Zen 4c" is designed with lower amounts of shared L3 caches at their disposal, are generally configured with lower clock speeds, and have higher energy efficiency than "Zen 4." "Zen 4c" cores also 35% smaller in die-area than "Zen 4." The company could develop "Zen 5c" CPU cores with similar design goals.https://tpucdn.com/img/DTRtKdQ30b2HHcvB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DTRtKdQ30b2HHcvB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/VFRGKF08WfJ4JXzl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VFRGKF08WfJ4JXzl.jpg)
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Activision and Sledgehammer Games revealed a bit more details about the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, including the new Makarov Reveal trailer, and an announcement that most of content collected in Modern Warfare II will be transferable to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III when it launches on November 10. Activision is also promising a big reveal scheduled for August 10.

Activision released a big post titled "carry forward" about what content will be transferable. In short, the list includes weapons and cosmetic content, including Bundles, Operators, and other rewards and unlocks from the game. The Wartracks from Modern Warfare 2 are not on the list. The latest teaser trailer confirms the return of Vladimir Makarov as the villain of the game.https://tpucdn.com/img/bLDBZ7NWHLfzwx7w_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bLDBZ7NWHLfzwx7w.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/31cHojLr2EPAdKtL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/31cHojLr2EPAdKtL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/BdDpIUdS9Bg6Q10z_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/BdDpIUdS9Bg6Q10z.jpg)
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ZOTAC TECNOLOGY today announces its latest lineup of its ZBOX E series and C Series, consisting of 5 Mini PC models. The announced Mini PCs boast a diverse range of size and functionality tailored for a wide variety of applications to deliver incredible performance and user experience, from office work and creative workflows, to livestreaming and gaming. The ZBOX E Series have always been ZOTAC's most exciting range of Mini PCs, since it is designed to deliver the best performance per inch of space taken to those who need it. The all-new MAGNUS ONE and MAGNUS EN continue to pack the best consumer PC hardware components in compact designs that offer both versatility and power.

As compact as ever with its award-winning 8.3L chassis, the MAGNUS ONE gets a generational leap in power and performance. With a 13th Generation Intel Core i7-13700 Processor and a ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card inside, the MAGNUS ONE offers impressive speed and power to play all your games with full-bore graphics and gameplay at 1440p resolution. When the MAGNUS ONE White Edition debuted at COMPUTEX 2023, it has garnered great interest from visitors. From the intense feedback we received, the all-new MAGNUS ONE will also be offered in a pure white colorway, which will surely make any desk set up feel clean and elegant.https://tpucdn.com/img/EFtdlwlXV5SQZDOl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EFtdlwlXV5SQZDOl.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/KftxI4ZSBc90Z3qD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/KftxI4ZSBc90Z3qD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ejguY1XWt2nauLLh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ejguY1XWt2nauLLh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/SKKA0Ij95y01fPxh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/SKKA0Ij95y01fPxh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wzYRrKPVKh5L2q5h_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wzYRrKPVKh5L2q5h.jpg)
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(PR) IT Leaders Optimistic about Ways AI will Transform their Business and are Ramping up Investments
Today, AMD released the findings from a new survey of global IT leaders which found that 3 in 4 IT leaders are optimistic about the potential benefits of AI—from increased employee efficiency to automated cybersecurity solutions—and more than 2 in 3 are increasing investments in AI technologies. However, while AI presents clear opportunities for organizations to become more productive, efficient, and secure, IT leaders expressed uncertainty on their AI adoption timeliness due to their lack of implementation roadmaps and the overall readiness of their existing hardware and technology stack.

AMD commissioned the survey of 2,500 IT leaders across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Japan to understand how AI technologies are re-shaping the workplace, how IT leaders are planning their AI technology and related Client hardware roadmaps, and what their biggest challenges are for adoption. Despite some hesitations around security and a perception that training the workforce would be burdensome, it became clear that organizations that have already implemented AI solutions are seeing a positive impact and organizations that delay risk being left behind. Of the organizations prioritizing AI deployments, 90% report already seeing increased workplace efficiency.https://tpucdn.com/img/mOC67HjY6YEqKfMS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mOC67HjY6YEqKfMS.jpg)
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(PR) Kensington Announces Availability of Award-Winning, Thumb-Operated Trackball Designed for First-Time Users
-Kensington, a worldwide leader of desktop computing and mobility solutions for IT, business, and home office professionals, today announced availability of the Pro Fit Ergo TB450 and TB550 Trackballs, affordable entry-level, thumb-operated wireless trackballs for everyday office workers and home users. Recipients of the prestigious international 2023 Red Dot Design Award for product design, the new trackballs are ideal for users who want to improve wrist and forearm alignment or work in tight spaces with limited desktop space.

Compatible with Windows and macOS, the Pro Fit Ergo TB450 and TB550 Trackballs combine the feel of a wireless mouse with the convenience and accuracy of an advanced trackball. The ergonomic design was derived from a clay sculpture to perfectly fit the contour and natural angle of the human hand, placing the hand in a natural vertical position to improve wrist and forearm alignment for all-day comfort and optimal function.https://tpucdn.com/img/ZeIEKvcH2J7Txnio_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZeIEKvcH2J7Txnio.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/66aPuzBes4AUe2ZD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/66aPuzBes4AUe2ZD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/gxUPrnA7VcxstFzi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gxUPrnA7VcxstFzi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/4XslPYljDxFSanSc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4XslPYljDxFSanSc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HPMhwv7fvsudwdee_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HPMhwv7fvsudwdee.jpg)
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(PR) Frore Systems and OWC Demonstrate the First Compact 64TB SSD Storage Device
Frore Systems, the maker of AirJet Mini, the World's first solid-state active cooling chip, demonstrated record breaking large capacity SSD performance, in an industry first 64 TB SSD storage device with AirJet. The collaboration with OWC, a leader in reliable solutions for computer hardware, accessories, and software, showcases the 64 TB OWC Mercury Pro U.2 Dual storage device with silent active cooling using 8 AirJet Minis, unleashing performance and enabling the fastest, compact, 64 TB capacity SSD storage device in its class.

Heat is the single biggest problem facing the electronics industry, and SSDs are no exception. The excessive heat generated by the fully loaded operation of 64 TB SSD renders the device inoperable when using traditional cooling methods like noisy mechanical fans or bulky ineffective heat sinks. With AirJet, the 64 TB OWC Mercury Pro U.2 Dual storage device operates between 2200 MB/s to 2600 MB/s sustained sequential writes, enabling large scale data storage in a compact form factor for the first time. This is great news for industries like film and television, that need silent, fast, secure and large-scale storage in small portable packages. The live demonstration of the 64 TB OWC Mercury Pro U.2 Dual storage device is on display at the Flash Memory Summit 2023 in Santa Clara, California.https://tpucdn.com/img/okZx4Mu0RSR8YdiC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/okZx4Mu0RSR8YdiC.jpg)
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(PR) Edifier Announces the TWS1 Pro 2
Edifier International, prominent designer and award-winning manufacturer of consumer audio electronics for both the lifestyle and multimedia markets announces an update to the popular TWS1 earbuds: the TWS1 Pro 2. The TWS1 Pro 2 is a pair of truly wireless in-earbuds which combine Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology, Ambient Sound Mode and a Titanized Hybrid Diaphragm to provide you with the ultimate true wireless, musical experience.

The new Edifier TWS1 Pro 2 feature Active Noise cancellation with multiple ANC mode, the earbuds boast a noise cancellation performance of up to -42dB, furnishing users with an exclusive, quiet experience. Users can customize different levels of noise cancellation in the Edifier Connect App - eg - High or Low Noise Cancellation; Wind Reduction or even Noise Cancellation Off.https://tpucdn.com/img/wx4TE301zW6XdaMB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wx4TE301zW6XdaMB.jpg)
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(PR) Global Server Shipments for 2024 Projected to Undergo Constrained Growth, Estimated Annual Increase of 2.3%
The global server market, grappling with the impact of worldwide inflation, saw significant shifts in 2023. Server OEMs and CSPs revamped their investment strategies, resulting in cutbacks in both annual shipments and ODM production plans. TrendForce observes that as the server market continues to decline, demand for AI surges. These combined factors have had a domino effect, compressing the rollout of new server platforms across the board.

Forecasts predict that this year's shipments of server motherboards are expected to decline by a market of 6~7%. Concurrently, shipments of whole servers aren't faring much better, with a projected decrease of 5~6%.https://tpucdn.com/img/Zb9wUByKObARFxc1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Zb9wUByKObARFxc1.jpg)
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(PR) Tachyum Achieves 192-Core Chip After Switch to New EDA Tools
Tachyum today announced that new EDA tools, utilized during the physical design phase of the Prodigy Universal Processor, have allowed the company to achieve significantly better results with chip specifications than previously anticipated, after the successful change in physical design tools - including an increase in the number of Prodigy cores to 192.

After RTL design coding, Tachyum began work on completing the physical design (the actual placement of transistors and wires) for Prodigy. After the Prodigy design team had to replace IPs, it also had to replace RTL simulation and physical design tools. Armed with a new set of EDA tools, Tachyum was able to optimize settings and options that increased the number of cores by 50 percent, and SERDES from 64 to 96 on each chip. Die size grew minimally, from 500mm2 to 600mm2 to accommodate improved physical capabilities. While Tachyum could add more of its very efficient cores and still fit into the 858mm2 reticle limit, these cores would be memory bandwidth limited, even with 16 DDR5 controllers running in excess of 7200MT/s. Tachyum cores have much higher performance than any other processor cores.https://tpucdn.com/img/RFo6rbJZlAHiYCrG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RFo6rbJZlAHiYCrG.jpg)
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(PR) Lexar Introduces Two New Silver Series Cards
Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory solutions, is excited to announce the launch of two new cards: the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B Card SILVER Series and Lexar Professional SILVER PRO SD card. The Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B Card SILVER Series boasts transfer speeds of up to 1750 MB/s read to transfer high-resolution photos and video footage—and its write speeds of up to 1300 MB/s, paired with high-capacity options, allow users to quickly capture a high volume of photos and videos—making it a perfect card for photographers and videographers.

Designed for photographers and videographers looking to shoot in Full-HD and 4K, the Lexar SILVER PRO SDXC card delivers superior performance to capture great shots and accelerate workflows. It features write speeds up to 160 MB/s and is rated V60 to capture stunning 4K video and gorgeous still images. It is available in high capacities up to 512 GB and provides read speeds of up to 280 MB/s. Together these features allow creative professionals to keep shooting for longer and also reduce transfer times when moving photos for post-production work.https://tpucdn.com/img/fWPrj3jZw6wGzOtf_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/fWPrj3jZw6wGzOtf.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/o4nqiBQFKZFPmYc1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/o4nqiBQFKZFPmYc1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/qlTXen43XzhrJMxs_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/qlTXen43XzhrJMxs.jpg)
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