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ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, is reportedly working with American chip designer Broadcom to develop a cutting-edge AI processor. This collaboration could secure a stable supply of high-performance chips for ByteDance, according to Reuters. Sources claim the joint project involves a 5 nm Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC), designed to comply with U.S. export regulations. TSMC is slated to manufacture the chip, though production is not expected to begin this year.

This partnership marks a significant development in U.S.-China tech relations, as no public announcements of such collaborations on advanced chips have been made since Washington implemented stricter export controls in 2022. For ByteDance, this move could reduce procurement costs and ensure a steady chip supply, crucial for powering its array of popular apps, including TikTok and the ChatGPT-like AI chatbot "Doubao." The company has already invested heavily in AI chips, reportedly spending $2 billion on NVIDIA processors in 2023.https://tpucdn.com/img/4hk3LfgR0RfGCmj9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4hk3LfgR0RfGCmj9.jpg)

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TerraMaster, a professional brand focused on providing innovative storage products for homes and businesses, recently introduced the TPC Backupper, a free Windows backup and synchronization software for TDAS users. It allows easy backup of the operating system, settings, applications, and any data on a Windows PC. The tool facilitates the quick synchronization of files to another location, meeting users' comprehensive data protection needs.

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A new startup emerged out of stealth mode today to power the next generation of generative AI. Etched is a company that makes an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) to process "Transformers." The transformer is an architecture for designing deep learning models developed by Google and is now the powerhouse behind models like OpenAI's GPT-4o in ChatGPT, Antrophic Claude, Google Gemini, and Meta's Llama family. Etched wanted to create an ASIC for processing only the transformer models, making a chip called Sohu. The claim is Sohu outperforms NVIDIA's latest and greatest by an entire order of magnitude. Where a server configuration with eight NVIDIA H100 GPU clusters pushes Llama-3 70B models at 25,000 tokens per second, and the latest eight B200 "Blackwell" GPU cluster pushes 43,000 tokens/s, the eight Sohu clusters manage to output 500,000 tokens per second.

Why is this important? Not only does the ASIC outperform Hopper by 20x and Blackwell by 10x, but it also serves so many tokens per second that it enables an entirely new fleet of AI applications requiring real-time output. The Sohu architecture is so efficient that 90% of the FLOPS can be used, while traditional GPUs boast a 30-40% FLOP utilization rate. This translates into inefficiency and waste of power, which Etched hopes to solve by building an accelerator dedicated to power transformers (the "T" in GPT) at massive scales. Given that the frontier model development costs more than one billion US dollars (https://arxiv.org/pdf/2405.21015v1), and hardware costs are measured in tens of billions of US Dollars, having an accelerator dedicated to powering a specific application can help advance AI faster. AI researchers often say that "scale is all you need" (resembling the legendary "attention is all you need" paper), and Etched wants to build on that.https://tpucdn.com/img/FKOunAVvjJbOdbPb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FKOunAVvjJbOdbPb.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DKzrgfjG1aeazh0O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DKzrgfjG1aeazh0O.jpg)
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Theorycraft Games has revealed SUPERVIVE (previously codenamed 'Project Loki') as the title of their first game, which will enter open beta in late 2024. SUPERVIVE is a neon-apocalyptic hero BR, set in an improvisational action sandbox where strategic, explosive shootouts meet a new era of storm chasing hunters - all with the aim of becoming the world's next "10,000-hour game" for competitive squads. In celebration, Theorycraft is hosting their largest public playtest from June 27 to July 4. Players can pre-register here.

SUPERVIVE, a free-to-play, squad-based hero battle royale, has players team up in groups of two or four to battle enemies across a vast, sky-bound map while a deadly storm encroaches upon them. Players engage in dynamic combat, complete objectives, and use unique powers and equipment to devise creative strategies to outplay other teams and be the last squad standing. SUPERVIVE will always be free-to-play and is designed to ensure that cosmetics are the only in-game purchases, with no pay-for-power elements, ever.https://tpucdn.com/img/ZzabRc1rJm5BrVq3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZzabRc1rJm5BrVq3.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QUhq2t6PvFQGCK5i_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QUhq2t6PvFQGCK5i.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/CITTeQOreyOBzE26_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CITTeQOreyOBzE26.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/xUUiQqopyqUzydKs_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xUUiQqopyqUzydKs.jpg)
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The European Commission has preliminarily concluded that Microsoft breached EU antitrust rules by tying its Teams communication product to Office 365 and Microsoft 365 productivity suites. The Commission considers Microsoft dominant in the global SaaS productivity applications market and is concerned that since at least April 2019, the company has been unfairly promoting Teams by bundling it with core productivity applications.

This practice allegedly restricts competition in the communication and collaboration products market, prevents customers from choosing whether to acquire Teams, and may limit interoperability with competitors' products. The Commission fears this could hinder innovation and harm customers in the European Economic Area, potentially violating Article 102 of the TFEU, which prohibits abuse of a dominant position.https://tpucdn.com/img/wdj0yjWsd2vtpDyi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wdj0yjWsd2vtpDyi.jpg)
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ORIGIN PC, a leader in custom high-performance systems, today announced the launch of the latest Dark Metal design for the Corsair ONE ORIGIN EDITION. Known for uncompromised performance in a compact case, power through today's most demanding games and applications with ease. Design your Corsair ONE ORIGIN EDITION with the choice of the new Dark Metal, as well as Dark and Bright wood panels. Exclusive and beautiful HD UV printing is available - add a special design of your choice to fully personalize your PC and show off some style.

Your needs are met with the Corsair ONE ORIGIN EDITION. Customizable with up to 192 GB of DDR5 memory and 24 TB of storage, elevate creative, multitasking, and gaming performance. Both versatile and powerful, it raises the standard of desktops by unlocking greater capacities, and better bandwidth with quality hardware like an Intel Core i9-14900K processor, up to an NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 4090 graphics card, and Corsair VENGEANCE DDR5 Memory. Additional SSD slots make it easy to expand your storage, up to 24 TB, so you have space for every game, file, and software you need. The ORIGIN configurator also offers options to add in capture cards, network cards, audio cards, USB expansion cards, and more, enabling you to do what you love.https://tpucdn.com/img/gWzmiTsU3Emj7nFH_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gWzmiTsU3Emj7nFH.jpg)
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Broadcom Inc. today unveiled the latest updates to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), the company's flagship private cloud platform. The latest advancements in VCF support customers' digital innovation with faster infrastructure modernization, improved developer productivity, and better cyber resiliency and security with low total cost of ownership.

"VMware Cloud Foundation is the industry's first private-cloud platform to offer the combined power of public and private clouds with unmatched operational simplicity and proven total cost of ownership value," said Paul Turner, Vice President of Products, VMware Cloud Foundation Division, Broadcom. "With our latest release, VCF is delivering on key requirements driven by customer input. The new VCF Import functionality will be a game changer in accelerating VCF adoption and improving time to value. We are also delivering a set of new capabilities that helps IT more quickly meet the needs of developers without increasing business risk. This latest release of VCF puts us squarely on the path to delivering on the full promise of VCF for our customers."https://tpucdn.com/img/cubWJmOe2Mq2uMvR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cubWJmOe2Mq2uMvR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/YezkAlayFGpksAYN_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YezkAlayFGpksAYN.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/sCpPNbtiDbn6aS8n_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sCpPNbtiDbn6aS8n.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QVyPS3k47d5SHdok_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QVyPS3k47d5SHdok.jpg)
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Yaber, a pioneer of entertainment projectors, announces the global launch of the Projector T2/T2 Plus. This innovative, battery-powered portable projector features native 1080p resolution and superior audio quality, achieved through a close partnership with JBL. With built-in batteries, the T2 Series are perfect for movie marathons, camping trips, and outdoor gatherings.

The T2/T2 Plus projector series features 450 ANSI Lumens of brightness and native 1080p resolution, delivering clear and detailed images. Intelligent auto-correction technologies ensure seamless operation without manual adjustments. Moreover, equipped with dual JBL speakers and Dolby Audio support, the T2/T2 Plus projectors provide a balanced and immersive sound experience.https://tpucdn.com/img/49vmXgKKNu35NWTV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/49vmXgKKNu35NWTV.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/xRnFM5Dw9AfIV4HF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xRnFM5Dw9AfIV4HF.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/miu9Ful1LDYfgqmt_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/miu9Ful1LDYfgqmt.jpg)
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MINISFORUM, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Mini PCs, is proud to announce the release of its latest product, the UM890 Pro. This powerful Mini PC is designed with the latest generation AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS processor, utilizing the cutting-edge Zen 4 architecture, providing enhanced performance for multitasking, gaming, and creative work.

The UM890 Pro is equipped with the Cold Wave 2.2 cooling system, ensuring the PC's stability and robust connectivity capabilities. It also supports quick disassembly, making it easy to upgrade and maintain. With DDR5 dual-channel memory, speeds up to 5600 MHz, and a maximum capacity support of 96 GB, the UM890 Pro offers exceptional performance. Additionally, it can install two M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD solid-state drives simultaneously, with a maximum capacity support of 8 TB, effectively enhancing storage performance and boosting system responsiveness.https://tpucdn.com/img/4XrHXJin0l67DnMT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4XrHXJin0l67DnMT.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/k63xOmDBUaKD5C0E_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/k63xOmDBUaKD5C0E.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/OgIYnFQmwK1EPBVB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/OgIYnFQmwK1EPBVB.jpg)
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Kensington, a worldwide leader of desktop computing and mobility solutions for IT, business, and home office professionals, today announced the availability of the Pro Fit Ergo KB675 EQ TKL Rechargeable Keyboard. Winner of a 2024 Red Dot Design award in the product design category, the keyboard is compatible with Windows and macOS and features an ergonomically-sculpted TKL (tenkeyless) design that delivers style, comfort, and performance for use in the office and on the road.

Designed to position the wrists and arms in an ergonomically correct position to promote a more natural posture, the Pro Fit Ergo KB675 EQ TKL Rechargeable Keyboard (K75491) minimizes strain and discomfort when utilizing the keyboard over extended periods. Compared to a traditional, flat keyboard, the ergonomic design of the KB675 keyboard can potentially reduce the risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), such as carpal tunnel syndrome and other typing-related issues, which could require medical treatment or result in lost time at work.https://tpucdn.com/img/PRv15D36SSCoAoOh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PRv15D36SSCoAoOh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6YUoZ0eMx6cK5nsC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6YUoZ0eMx6cK5nsC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/T03w2mx5LBwva4jz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/T03w2mx5LBwva4jz.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/K1JYrrDPHfhRcLvV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/K1JYrrDPHfhRcLvV.jpg)
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Small, fast, hot—M.2 SSDs. The compact power packs require additional cooling to ensure consistently high performance. ARCTIC offers the right solution with the M2 Pro. M.2 SSDs are true speed miracles. However, they tend to reach high temperatures quickly during intensive use and reduce performance early to avoid overheating. The M2 Pro was specifically designed for 2280 M.2 SSDs. Thanks to its additional mass, it not only keeps the temperature under control, but also ensures that the SSD can cool down more quickly. This enables reliable performance and a long service life. The cooler is extremely compact at 73 x 24.2 x 10.5 mm and comes with two precisely fitting ARCTIC TP-3 Premium Performance thermal pads.https://tpucdn.com/img/uefUhRdMb8m1XrkK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/uefUhRdMb8m1XrkK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bafQiqAmHW0o5LRt_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bafQiqAmHW0o5LRt.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/TpW8TqMXdDApUBqJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/TpW8TqMXdDApUBqJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/SHU7ntFjUJT6RZfv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/SHU7ntFjUJT6RZfv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bTKr32GTEmCIIY5H_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bTKr32GTEmCIIY5H.jpg)
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Philips, or rather its brand licence partner MMD—which is a division of TPV—has launched a new gaming monitor under its Evnia brand, namely the 32M2N8800. The model name doesn't really give away much about the specs, but what we're looking at is a 31.5-inch 4K QD-OLED display with a 240 Hz refresh rate. The panel is VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 400 certified and ClearMR 13000. Like most displays of this type it has a 10-bit panel with a 0.03 ms grey to grey response time and 99 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut coverage. The Evnia display also features a range of gaming mode features like a smart crosshair and various game mode settings. There's also support for picture by picture and picture in picture.

Connectivity wise, it's sadly stuck with DisplayPort 1.4, as well as a pair of HDMI 2.1 ports. There's also a built-in USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) hub with two USB Type-A ports, of which one supports the older USB battery charging 1.2 standard, which delivers 5 V at up to 1.5 A. There's also a 3.5 mm audio output jack and the display is also equipped with Philips' Ambiglow LED backlight on four sides. The stand supports height, swivel and tilt adjustments. The Evnia 32M2N8800 is expected to retail for around US$1000, based on pricing in Hong Kong.https://tpucdn.com/img/tPbNomUKn8RNE0p7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tPbNomUKn8RNE0p7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/kv60l1AeyS6S6obE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kv60l1AeyS6S6obE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vxUTzHkCXFgvCGi4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vxUTzHkCXFgvCGi4.jpg)

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TrendForce has observed that in 2024, major CSPs such as Microsoft, Google, Meta, and AWS will continue to be the primary buyers of high-end AI servers, which are crucial for LLM and AI modeling. Following establishing a significant AI training server infrastructure in 2024, these CSPs are expected to actively expand into edge AI in 2025. This expansion will include the development of smaller LLM models and setting up edge AI servers to facilitate AI applications across various sectors, such as manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and business.

Moreover, AI PCs or notebooks share a similar architecture to AI servers, offering substantial computational power and the ability to run smaller LLM and generative AI applications. These devices are anticipated to serve as the final bridge between cloud AI infrastructure and edge AI for small-scale training or inference applications.https://tpucdn.com/img/oIZdSpHits9ls4j5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oIZdSpHits9ls4j5.jpg)
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Amid a field of over 20,000 submissions from 60 countries, the QNAP Thunderbolt 4 NAS TBS-h574TX and TVS-h874T won the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2024. The TBS-h574TX Thunderbolt 4 all-flash NASbook is designed for film sets, small studios, small-scale video production teams and SOHO users. Powered by an Intel Core i9 16-core / i7 12-core processor, the TVS-h874T Thunderbolt 4 NAS is a great sidekick for your creative talents. The professional jurors of the Red Dot Jury highly recognized the TBS-h574TX and the TVS-h874T with distinction, signifying high quality design.

The TBS-h574TX packs high-speed I/O and Intel Core performance required by video production, allowing creators using Mac or Windows to enjoy the smoothest experience ever in real-time video editing, large file transfer, video transcoding, and backup. The TBS-h574TX, acting as the bridge between pre-production and post-production, takes video projects and team collaboration to the next level. The TBS-h574TX runs the ZFS-based QuTS hero operating system that ensures data integrity. You can also switch to the QTS operating system based on your needs.https://tpucdn.com/img/mEWu5joaYFMjgI4B_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mEWu5joaYFMjgI4B.jpg)
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JEDEC Solid State Technology Association, the global leader in standards development for the microelectronics industry, today announced the publication of JESD405-1B JEDEC Memory Module Label - for Compute Express Link (CXL ) V1.1. JESD405-1B joins JESD317A JEDEC Memory Module Reference Base Standard - for Compute Express Link (CXL ) V1.0, first introduced in March 2023, in defining the function and configuration of memory modules that support CXL specifications, as well as the standardized content for labels for these modules. JESD405-1B and JESD317A were developed in coordination with the Compute Express Link standards organization. Both standards are available for free download from the JEDEC website.

JESD317A provides detailed guidelines for CXL memory modules including mechanical, electrical, pinout, power and thermal, and environmental guidelines for emerging CXL Memory Modules (CMMs). These modules conform to SNIA (Storage Networking Industry Association) EDSFF form factors E1.S and E3.S to provide end-user friendly hot pluggable assemblies for data centers and similar server applications.https://tpucdn.com/img/PRLraqW5HwGxEMUv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PRLraqW5HwGxEMUv.jpg)
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Today, Logitech G, a brand of Logitech and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, announced the G515 LIGHTSPEED TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard, a keyboard that offers advanced technologies and high-performance features in a low-profile, modern design. Low-profile keyboards provide a cleaner, more aesthetically pleasing look and deliver a high-performance typing experience. The G515 enables a more efficient and comfortable typing experience by combining low-profile switches with a slimmer design.

"With the iconic G915 gaming keyboard, Logitech G delivered a first-of-its-kind low-profile keyboard renowned for its exceptional quality, top-tier performance, and premium design features. With the G515 low-profile design, we have pushed the boundaries even further," said Arnaud Perret-Gentil, Head of PC Gaming, Logitech G. "With the G515, we've maintained the sleek design while also including our latest technology innovations, such as LIGHTSPEED, LIGHTSYNC, and KEYCONTROL, to give gamers an advanced and high-performance gaming keyboard experience."https://tpucdn.com/img/NvYF75rXriMCqN1P_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/NvYF75rXriMCqN1P.jpg)
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As Intel gears for the launch (https://www.techpowerup.com/323865/intel-lunar-lake-on-track-for-september-debut-arrow-lake-the-following-month) of Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake processors, the company appears to be preparing a new line of high-performance processors for gaming laptops. Recent developments suggest that the company is adapting its desktop-grade Arrow Lake-S chips for use in ultra-high-performance notebooks. The buzz began when X user @InstLatX64 spotted Intel testing a peculiar motherboard labeled "Arrow Lake Client Platform/ARL-S BGA SODIMM 2DPC." This discovery hints at the possibility of Intel packing up to 24 cores into laptop processors, eight more cores compared to the 16 cores expected in standard Arrow Lake-H mobile chips. By utilizing the full potential of Arrow Lake-S silicon in a mobile form factor, Intel aims to deliver desktop-class performance to high-end notebooks in a BGA laptop CPU.

The leaked chip would likely feature eight high-performance Lion Cove P-cores and 16 energy-efficient Skymont E-cores, along with an integrated Xe2 GPU. This configuration could provide the raw power needed for demanding games and professional applications in a portable package. However, implementing such powerful hardware in laptops presents challenges. The processors are expected to have a TDP of 45 W or 55 W, with actual power consumption potentially exceeding these figures to maintain high clock speeds. Success will depend not only on Intel's chip design but also on the cooling solutions and power delivery systems developed by laptop manufacturers. As of now, specific details about clock speeds and performance metrics remain under wraps. The test chip that surfaced showed a base frequency of 3.0 GHz, notably without AVX-512 support.https://tpucdn.com/img/wg2LuG00aAqMTD6O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wg2LuG00aAqMTD6O.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vJVn7EoW4y6mNmTO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vJVn7EoW4y6mNmTO.jpg)

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In the competitive world of gaming chairs, AutoFull stands out by offering the best in comfort and support for gamers. With gamers worldwide struggling with poor posture and discomfort from long hours of gaming or working. Announcing the AutoFull M6 gaming chair, the AutoFull M6's unique design and superior performance offer the perfect solution. By delving into the innovative technology and features of the AutoFull M6 gaming chair, it's clear why AutoFull M6 is a market leader, surpassing most competitors.

Heating and Ventilation Cushion
Traditional gaming chairs often combine foam and leather, which can become hot and sticky during long summer sessions. To solve this issue, AutoFull has creatively integrated air conditioning-like temperature control into their gaming chair. The Heating and Ventilation Cushion uses heating and cooling elements, with built-in dual fans that can lower the seat temperature by up to 56% at the highest setting, making it perfect for hot summer days. Additionally, AutoFull has addressed winter needs with dual heating blades that can increase the seat temperature by about 67%, keeping you warm during cold winters.https://tpucdn.com/img/9IoHiv767iRzfWUg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9IoHiv767iRzfWUg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/E8SydftYuMYM8OcV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/E8SydftYuMYM8OcV.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QFYPj6ApuDORyDMT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QFYPj6ApuDORyDMT.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/cvtKohvNv9i9sBYP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cvtKohvNv9i9sBYP.jpg)
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LIAN LI Industrial Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of chassis and PC accessories, launches the HydroShift LCD 360 AIOs, that allow for a nearly tubeless aesthetic once installed. There are three options available: HydroShift LCD 360S, HydroShift LCD 360R, and HydroShift LCD 360TL. Each option comes with a 2.88" LCD display at the pump block which is fully customizable via L-Connect 3.

Minimal Tubing
The HydroShift 360S, 360R, and 360TL liquid cooling AIOs have a unique design that conceals tubing to the side of the radiator, creating a clean look. The tubing is designed to sit flush against the sides using ribbed tubing commonly found in water-cooled servers, providing durability and flexibility to bend around the radiator without affecting flow. Two pre-installed retention brackets help with tubing routing, and the system includes a full-length brushed aluminum plate and left/right tube cover plates for a polished appearance. Additionally, a pump mounting hardware cover is provided for a sleek finish.https://tpucdn.com/img/Gtp9NmJEKB8Trbz8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Gtp9NmJEKB8Trbz8.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/K6vTe1KEKMI2u3gp_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/K6vTe1KEKMI2u3gp.jpg)
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TrendForce reports that while the enterprise sector continues to invest in server infrastructure—especially with the rising adoption of AI driving demand for enterprise SSDs—the consumer electronics market remains lackluster. This, combined with NAND suppliers aggressively ramping up production in the second half of the year, is expected to push the NAND Flash sufficiency ratio up to 2.3% in the third quarter, curbing the blended price hike to a modest 5-10%.

This year, NAND Flash prices saw a robust rebound as manufacturers kept production in check during the first half, helping them regain profitability. However, with a noticeable ramp-up in production and sluggish retail demand, wafer spot prices have dropped significantly. Some wafer prices are now over 20% below contract prices, casting doubts on the sustainability of future price hikes.https://tpucdn.com/img/CiL7Gd1GOsEYWtcV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CiL7Gd1GOsEYWtcV.jpg)
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AMD announced FSR 3.1 in March 2024, and its first implementations are being announced. FSR 3.1 is a step up from FSR 3.0, in that it not just has frame generation, but also improvements to its upscaler up from FSR 2.2. If you recall, FSR 3.0 had only introduced frame generation, but its upscaler was carried over from FSR 2.2. The newer FSR 3.1 introduces image quality improvements to every performance preset of the upscaler, and introduces new presets, including the Native AA mode that's analogous to NVIDIA's DLAA. The game is rendered at native resolution, but the upscaler attempts to enhance details, making it an advanced AA mode. AMD today announced that FSR 3.1 is implemented with "Horizon: Forbidden West," "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart," "Ghost of Tsushima," "Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered," "Spider-Man: Miles Morales," and "God of War: Ragnarök."

AMD also recounts that FSR 3.0 now spans over 60 available and upcoming games (which includes the above titles with FSR 3.1). The company is announcing implementation for "Dragon's Dogma 2," "EVERSPACE 2," "Gray Zone Warfare," "House Flipper 2," "NARAKA: BLADEPOINT," "Pax Dei," "Senua's Saga: Hellblade II," "Ships At Sea," "Still Wakes the Deep," and" The Thaumaturge." Recently added upcoming titles include "Concord," "Creatures of Ava, Dungeon Stalkers," "Farming Simulator 25," "inZOI," "Nobody Wants to Die, Preserve," and "The First Descendant."https://tpucdn.com/img/RVWBOGNs994CPb4n_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RVWBOGNs994CPb4n.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/u5grLIflctIRBHez_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/u5grLIflctIRBHez.jpg)

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Hori, a veteran Japanese peripheral maker, is set to release a Valve-licensed Steam controller in Japan on October 31. Priced at ¥7980 (about $50), the controller will come in four vibrant colors: Neon Yellow, Luminous Violet, Shiny White, and Midnight Black. This Japan-exclusive launch represents an intriguing development in the Steam Controller's evolution and potentially signals Valve's ongoing efforts to capture the Japanese gaming market, long known for its affinity for portable gaming. Unlike its predecessors, the Hori Steam Controller avoids trackpads in favor of traditional analog sticks and D-pads, a design choice that may appeal to console gamers, particularly Nintendo Switch users.

Despite this significant change, the new controller retains several key features from earlier Valve designs. It boasts dual analog sticks with touch sensitivity, a feature inherited from the Steam Deck that enables precise gyro aim toggling. The controller offers comprehensive Steam Input configuration options in its "Steam Mode," as well as an "XInput Mode" for non-Steam games. It supports both Bluetooth and wired USB connectivity and includes built-in gyro functionality. Additional features include four programmable buttons, rapid-fire capability, and dedicated Steam and Quick Access buttons for use in Steam Mode. While its availability beyond Japan remains uncertain, this release shows Valve's commitment to expanding its footprint in the global gaming hardware market.https://tpucdn.com/img/bRFAZLVTasVbN0Gh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bRFAZLVTasVbN0Gh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Hy8nArZohltFFQsT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Hy8nArZohltFFQsT.jpg)

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Intel today released the latest version of its Arc GPU Graphics drivers for its A-series discrete GPUs and Arc Graphics iGPUs powering its Core Ultra processors. Version 101.5593 Beta comes with optimization for "The First Descendant" and "Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail," which includes support for ray tracing in the former. The company did not fix any issues with this release, but identified a few new ones to fix in future releases. These include application crashes with "No Man's Sky" and "Enshrouded," intermittent flickering and display corruption in the game menu of "Doom Eternal," and Topaz Video AI throwing up errors when exporting videos after using some models for video enhancements. Grab the drivers from the link below.

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AMD is developing a new technology that promises to significantly reduce the size on disk of games, as well as reduce the size of game patches and updates. Today's AAA games tend to be over a 100 GB in size, with game updates running into tens of gigabytes, with some of the major updates practically downloading the game all over again. Upcoming games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is reportedly over 300 GB in size, which pushes the game away from those with anything but Internet connections with hundreds of Mbps in speeds. Much of the bulk of the game is made up of visual assets—textures, sprites, and cutscene videos. A modern AAA title could have hundreds of thousands of individual game assets, and sometimes even redundant sets of textures for different image quality settings.

AMD's solution to this problem is the Neural Block Compression technology. The company will get into the nuts and bolts of the tech in its presentation at the 2024 Eurographics Symposium on Rendering (July 3-5), but we have a vague idea of what it could be. Modern games don't drape surfaces of a wireframe with a texture, but also additional layers, such as specular maps, normal maps, roughness maps, etc). AMD's idea is to "flatten" all these layers, including the base texture, into a single asset format, which the game engine could disaggregate into the individual layers using an AI neural network. This is not to be confused with mega-textures—something entirely different, which relies on a single large texture covering all objects in a scene. The idea here is to flatten the various data layers of individual textures and their maps, into a single asset type. In theory, this should yield significant file-size savings, even if it results in some additional compute cost on the client's end.https://tpucdn.com/img/WkTxbHMbokDKfrm0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WkTxbHMbokDKfrm0.jpg)

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SK hynix announced today that it developed PCB01, an SSD product with the industry's best specifications, for on-device AI PCs. The product marks the first case where the industry adopts the fifth generation of the 8-channel PCIe technology and brings innovation to performance including the data processing speed. The company expects the latest advancement in the NAND solution space to add to its success stories in the high-performance DRAM area led by HBM, enhancing its leadership in the overall AI memory space.

With a validation process with a global PC customer underway, SK hynix plans to mass produce and start shipping the products to both corporate customers and general consumers within this year. PCB01 comes with the capabilities of sequential read and write speeds of 14 GB and 12 GB per second, respectively, bringing the performance of an SSD to the level unseen before. The speeds allow the operation of a large language model or LLM, for AI training and inference, in a second.https://tpucdn.com/img/Xbky2lX8YWHb58sV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Xbky2lX8YWHb58sV.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vqgvUoTYpjaERBRp_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vqgvUoTYpjaERBRp.jpg)
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Steam has officially launched its Summer Sale, and there are plenty of good game titles to be found across all genres. In addition, Steam is also doing a neat promotion on Steam Deck LCD models.

We had a quick look through the list and picked out a few that have caught our eye, but there are a lot of titles so we might have missed a few. As said, Steam is also running a promotion for its Steam Deck LCD models, the 64 GB and 512 GB one, which are 15 percent off during Steam Summer Sale (https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck). This year, Steam also launched a list of "extra-deep discounts", which is a selection of games that you just might not want to miss.https://tpucdn.com/img/9ejFd38mm0Tg9twi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/9ejFd38mm0Tg9twi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/i3cWMNmF5YzFnziz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/i3cWMNmF5YzFnziz.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/i8peDPZ4fVAJn2Zf_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/i8peDPZ4fVAJn2Zf.jpg)
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At Xbox, we're committed to bringing the joy and community of gaming to everyone. Today, we're announcing a collaboration with Amazon where Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members in over 25 countries can play games directly from the Xbox app on select Fire TV devices via cloud gaming, giving people even more choice in how they play their favorite games. In July, the Xbox app will be available on the Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023) ($59.99) and Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) ($49.99). For people new to console gaming, or for those looking for another way to play, it's a great low-cost, convenient, and portable option to enjoy a huge library of incredible games.

To get started, players just need a Fire TV Stick, a Bluetooth-enabled wireless controller, and an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership to gain instant access to hundreds of phenomenal games, including Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, Starfield, and Forza Horizon 5, among others. Plus, Bethesda Game Studios' beloved Fallout games are also available with Game Pass Ultimate, including Fallout 76 and Fallout 4. Fallout fans will be able to play these games on select Amazon Fire TV devices alongside the acclaimed Fallout TV show on Prime Video, which released in April.https://tpucdn.com/img/Y64xVy6xGADnsZLe_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Y64xVy6xGADnsZLe.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/VtE1bd4AUCN37nCD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VtE1bd4AUCN37nCD.jpg)
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More than 500 games and applications feature RTX technologies, and each week new games integrating NVIDIA DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex and advanced ray-traced effects are released or announced, delivering the definitive PC experience for GeForce RTX players. Following yet another week of excellent DLSS game launches and announcements, we've got even more DLSS news to share this week - PAYDAY 3 and TRIBES 3: Rivals have upgraded from DLSS 2 to DLSS 3, and the Riven remake has launched with support for DLSS 2! And next week, The First Descendant launches with day-one support for DLSS 3.5 with Ray Reconstruction, ray tracing, Reflex, and DLAA. Learn more about each integration of our experience-enhancing technologies below.

The First Descendant Launches July 2nd, Featuring DLSS 3.5 with Ray Reconstruction, Reflex & Ray Tracing
The First Descendant is a free, third-person cooperative action-RPG shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Experience the fun of strategic boss fights through 4-player co-op, using an extensive range of unique characters, with exciting gunplay, and looting. Battle through the engrossing story, and tackle World Missions against huge bosses in The First Descendant.https://tpucdn.com/img/LVzcOQY6kWTgNdwj_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LVzcOQY6kWTgNdwj.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5kiympPqgSiZhoJs_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5kiympPqgSiZhoJs.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/sTxPiRsZHnu8jMcQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sTxPiRsZHnu8jMcQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/YGGejaPfhrL3wbhV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YGGejaPfhrL3wbhV.jpg)
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Today we've launched Steam Game Recording into Beta, a new built-in system for creating and sharing your gameplay footage, that works on any game on Steam. From capturing highlights to documenting entire campaigns, there are many ways to use this all-new set of features.

The Steam Game Recording Beta can record, replay, clip, and share all your favorite gameplay. You can set it to record automatically in the background every time you start playing or record on demand. Although still in Beta phase, there are plenty of features with promise of more to come.https://tpucdn.com/img/FxzZ060iVMdZeiVu_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FxzZ060iVMdZeiVu.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/tMWrp1vCZsUdXg4F_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tMWrp1vCZsUdXg4F.jpg)
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Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has today announced the availability of its APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) in Europe. Celebrating 40 years of Legendary Reliability and leadership in critical power protection during 2024, the new, stylish, and state-of-the-art UPS has been designed to protect gaming equipment from power outages and deliver a robust power connection, despite energy spikes and failures.

Back-UPS Pro Gaming has been specifically designed with gamers, streamers, and influencers in mind, delivering uninterruptible power protection, even in regions where the grid is unstable, keeping GPU-powered PCs, leading consoles, streamers, and gamers connected to both their online gaming experiences and audiences, regardless of power disruptions. To deliver robust protection, APC Back-UPS Pro Gaming UPS features sine wave battery backup power - delivering the smooth electrical current required by sensitive electronics and AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation), and helping to protect against power irregularities that can result in glitches and buffering during an outage to extend the lifespan of gaming equipment.https://tpucdn.com/img/tp5RJQuOm7OwzXJi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tp5RJQuOm7OwzXJi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QugmemkKmqmnE9QU_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QugmemkKmqmnE9QU.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/u2BeS1mGnknvpi7w_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/u2BeS1mGnknvpi7w.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Bo1oLqZmI50EWftq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Bo1oLqZmI50EWftq.jpg)
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Get ready to feel some chills, even amid the summer heat. Capcom's award-winning Resident Evil Village brings a touch of horror to the cloud this GFN Thursday, part of three new games joining GeForce NOW this week. And a new app update brings a visual enhancement to members, along with new ways to curate their GeForce NOW gaming libraries. Members are showcasing their favorite locations to visit in the cloud. Follow along with #GreetingsFromGFN on @NVIDIAGFN social media accounts and share picturesque scenes from the cloud for a chance to be featured.

The Bell Tolls for All
Resident Evil Village, the follow-up to Capcom's critically acclaimed Resident Evil 7 Biohazard, delivers a gripping blend of survival-horror and action. Step into the shoes of Ethan Winters, a desperate father determined to rescue his kidnapped daughter. Set against a backdrop of a chilling European village teeming with mutant creatures, the game includes a captivating cast of characters, including the enigmatic Lady Dimitrescu, who haunts the dimly lit halls of her grand castle. Fend off hordes of enemies, such as lycanthropic villagers and grotesque abominations. Experience classic survival-horror tactics - such as resource management and exploration - mixed with action featuring intense combat and higher enemy counts.https://tpucdn.com/img/wlRmOkzjIBgBStW3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wlRmOkzjIBgBStW3.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/MXNLnyjFw4WQPdPc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MXNLnyjFw4WQPdPc.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/VX3oVx8f02OJJC9G_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VX3oVx8f02OJJC9G.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QZIawSB6Y4s3Hrn3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QZIawSB6Y4s3Hrn3.jpg)
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