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Samsung Electronics, the world leader in advanced memory technology, today announced it has begun mass production of its one-terabit (Tb) quad-level cell (QLC) 9th-generation vertical NAND (V-NAND).

With the industry's first mass production of QLC 9th-generation V-NAND, following the industry's first triple-level cell (TLC) 9th-generation V-NAND production in April this year, Samsung is solidifying its leadership in the high-capacity, high-performance NAND flash market.https://tpucdn.com/img/kJO9rTykaMA0AQId_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kJO9rTykaMA0AQId.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/T2H5tVchf9IKByVE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/T2H5tVchf9IKByVE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/MjcJhm7LdWoGCSlo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MjcJhm7LdWoGCSlo.jpg)
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Welcome to the second half of September and what is nothing but a jam packed week of new game releases. The week kicks off with an almost two-year old PlayStation game that has something to do with Norse mythology gets launched on PC, although it does come with the DLC included and it's not capped at 60 FPS. As for the rest of this week's new games, we have a packed week starting with a lot of spell casting, another PlayStation game, but this time we're taking a JRPG of the highest rank, which is followed by a souls-like RPG game. Next up we have Dr Dr, which oddly enough isn't German at all, followed by another highly anticipated game that involves frozen punks. If there's nothing you like this week, you're most likely not a gamer.

God of War Ragnarök (https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/god-of-war-ragnarok/pc/) / This week's AAA release / Thursday 19 September
The sequel to the critically acclaimed God of War (2018), God of War Ragnarök picks up with Fimbulwinter well underway. Kratos and Atreus must journey to each of the Nine Realms in search of answers as Odin's forces in Asgard prepare for a prophesied battle that will end the world. Along the way, they will explore stunning, mythical landscapes, and face fearsome enemies in the form of Norse gods and monsters. As the threat of Ragnarök grows ever closer, Kratos and Atreus must choose between the safety of their family and the safety of the realms. Steam link (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2322010/God_of_War_Ragnark/)https://tpucdn.com/img/sHTGP636X7VMKKz5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sHTGP636X7VMKKz5.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6Qogpi7VmphoiPn3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6Qogpi7VmphoiPn3.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ufVBjckreAts1Yv5_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ufVBjckreAts1Yv5.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/xDK9NMR77wj0qCJg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xDK9NMR77wj0qCJg.jpg)
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At this year's IFA, beyerdynamic, celebrating its 100th anniversary extended its portfolio of audio products with three brand-new models: the AMIRON 100 and AMIRON 300 in-ear models, and the AVENTHO 300 over-ear wireless headphones. All three products feature ANC technology and high-quality drivers, covering the everyday needs of users who value sound quality and functionality in various scenarios—at home, during remote work, while commuting, or enjoying outdoor sports.

The AMIRON 100 is a lightweight, in-ear headphone offering high-quality sound, active noise cancellation (ANC), and Bluetooth 5.3 with LC3 codec. Weighing just 4.15 g per earpiece (without the included five silicone ear tips in sizes XS to XL), it ensures a comfortable fit and features automatic play/pause functionality. The battery lasts up to eight hours (six hours with ANC), with an additional 19 hours from the charging case. A 15-minute charge in the case provides another three hours of use.https://tpucdn.com/img/HnfbT7kwMOBnrsVp_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HnfbT7kwMOBnrsVp.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/95Evn3UmKs6rcrhB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/95Evn3UmKs6rcrhB.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HhmHbdT3jlzNoP6H_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HhmHbdT3jlzNoP6H.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ZvUiAr2nccfljOXi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZvUiAr2nccfljOXi.jpg)
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ASUS today announced its participation in the upcoming IBC 2024, showcasing the theme A Glimpse into Tomorrow's Tech.Visitors to the ASUS booth (Hall 2 Booth #A29 RAI Amsterdam) will be able to enjoy the ProArt Masters' Talks featuring industry experts from renowned companies Adobe, NVIDIA and Scan Computers, as well as professional filmmaker Bas Goossens, professional senior trainer Leon Barnard, and co-founder and CEO of Redshark Media, Matt Gregory.

As well, through the full run of IBC from September 13-16, 2024, ASUS will highlight a range of cutting-edge technology ideal for professionals, including ProArt Display PA32KCX, the world's first 8K Mini LED professional monitor; ProArt Display OLED PA32UCDM, which brings 4K QD-OLED to creators; ProArt Display 5K PA27JCV, featuring a stunning 5120 x 2880 resolution for unparalleled clarity; and ProArt Display PA32UCE and PA27UCGE, the latest 4K monitors with built-in calibration. The latest ASUS AI-powered laptops and workstations will also be on show.https://tpucdn.com/img/LDkWIVnPAZ0my3VK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LDkWIVnPAZ0my3VK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/XB7hrbUCMJW4QXVZ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/XB7hrbUCMJW4QXVZ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LmSpY9B9QsTziKWi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LmSpY9B9QsTziKWi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/n8nC6sP8tN9X971f_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/n8nC6sP8tN9X971f.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/HwZ0GpCpY3RyA5nD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/HwZ0GpCpY3RyA5nD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/B8AW7AjDyoFt1nQA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/B8AW7AjDyoFt1nQA.jpg)
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The first reviews of Silicon Motion's new PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD controller, the SM2508 are starting to appear online, and the good news is that the controller is as power efficient as promised by the company. Tom's hardware has put up their review of a reference design M.2 SSD from Silicon Motion and in their testing, equipped with 1 TB of Kioxia's 162-layer BiCS6 TLC NAND. It easily bests the competition when it comes to power efficiency. In their file copy test, it draws nearly two watts less than its nearest competitor and as much as three watts less than the most power hungry drive. It's still using about one watt more than the best PCIe 4.0 drives, but it goes to show that the production nodes matters, as the SM2508 is produced on a 6 nm node, compared to 12 nm for Phison's E26.

We should point out that the peak power consumption did go over nine watts, but only one of the Phison E26 drives managed to stay below 10 watts here. The most power hungry PCIe 5.0 SSD controller in the test, the InnoGrit IG5666 peaks at nearly 14 watts for comparison. Idle power consumption of the SM2508 is also very good, still drawing more than the PCIe 4.0 drives it was tested against, but far less than any of the other PCIe 5.0 drives. What about performance you ask? The reference drive places itself ahead of all the Phison E26 drives when it comes to sequential file transfers, regardless if it's to or from the drive. Random read IOPS also places right at the top, but it's somewhat behind when it comes to random writes, without being a slow drive by any means. Overall we're looking at a very promising new SSD controller from Silicon Motion with the SM2508 and TPU has also received a sample that is currently undergoing testing, so expect a review here soon.https://tpucdn.com/img/spblbksUuieP1QWX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/spblbksUuieP1QWX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/GTfyW99RRryGbAn8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/GTfyW99RRryGbAn8.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/4wx5UzU7bTbulxZ6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4wx5UzU7bTbulxZ6.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/7dXKcvwEEr14NtyJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7dXKcvwEEr14NtyJ.jpg)

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There is only a month left before the official launch of Intel new "Arrow Lake" CPUs. Now, we have a new leak revealing what appear to be the final specs for Intel's Core Ultra 200 'Arrow Lake' desktop CPUs series. According to Benchlife, Intel is preparing to release five SKUs. Although there is no KF version of the Core Ultra 9 285K yet, the new CPUs include: Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, Core Ultra 7 265K, Core Ultra 7 265KF, Core Ultra 5 245K, and Core Ultra 5 245KF. These processors will also be accompanied by new Z890 chipset motherboards.

The "K" model will have Xe-LPG-based integrated graphics, while the "KF" model will require a discrete GPU. Intel plans to expand its Arrow Lake lineup in early 2025 with non-K models. These new CPUs are expected to offer increased performance compared to their 13th and 14th generation predecessors. The new architecture aims to eliminate stability issues and reduce real-world power consumption.https://tpucdn.com/img/2OJyF4q0pbz8mKjD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/2OJyF4q0pbz8mKjD.jpg)
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TrendForce's latest reports reveal that the second quarter of 2024 saw a significant increase in demand for enterprise SSDs due to the increased deployment of NVIDIA GPU platforms and rising storage needs driven by AI applications, along with a surge in demand from server brands. The surge in demand for high-capacity SSDs for AI applications—coupled with suppliers' inability to adjust capacity in the first half of the year—resulted in a supply shortage that drove average enterprise SSD prices up by more than 25% QoQ. This price increase led to a revenue growth of over 50% for suppliers.

Looking ahead to the third quarter, demand from North American CSP customers continues to rise, and server brands show no signs of slowing down their orders, further boosting procurement volumes of enterprise SSD. With supply shortages persisting into the third quarter, TrendForce forecasts a 15% increase in contract prices compared to the previous quarter, with supplier revenues expected to grow by nearly 20%.https://tpucdn.com/img/WtM2nQwPBLgqHQHo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/WtM2nQwPBLgqHQHo.jpg)
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SK hynix unveiled an enhanced Accelerator-in-Memory based Accelerator (AiMX) card at the AI Hardware & Edge AI Summit 2024 held September 9-12 in San Jose, California. Organized annually by Kisaco Research, the summit brings together representatives from the AI and machine learning ecosystem to share industry breakthroughs and developments. This year's event focused on exploring cost and energy efficiency across the entire technology stack. Marking its fourth appearance at the summit, SK hynix highlighted how its AiM products can boost AI performance across data centers and edge devices.

Booth Highlights: Meet the Upgraded AiMX
In the AI era, high-performance memory products are vital for the smooth operation of LLMs. However, as these LLMs are trained on increasingly larger datasets and continue to expand, there is a growing need for more efficient solutions. SK hynix addresses this demand with its PIM product AiMX, an AI accelerator card that combines multiple GDDR6-AiMs to provide high bandwidth and outstanding energy efficiency. At the AI Hardware & Edge AI Summit 2024, SK hynix presented its updated 32 GB AiMX prototype which offers double the capacity of the original card featured at last year's event. To highlight the new AiMX's advanced processing capabilities in a multi-batch environment, SK hynix held a demonstration of the prototype card with the Llama 3 70B model, an open source LLM. In particular, the demonstration underlined AiMX's ability to serve as a highly effective attention accelerator in data centers.https://tpucdn.com/img/oquThA3YxaVawdkE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oquThA3YxaVawdkE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/TlTSwpdwZO8Srjf8_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/TlTSwpdwZO8Srjf8.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/M9Wb2Eeb8KVMkPYT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/M9Wb2Eeb8KVMkPYT.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/V838UJPR7b24DSpC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/V838UJPR7b24DSpC.jpg)
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ASUS today announced the Wireless Mouse MD102, an ergonomic mouse that's available in three hues - White, Oat Milk, and Dark Gray. It offers almost-silent mouse clicks, versatile dual-mode 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, plus adjustable DPI for precise control. ASUS Wireless Mouse MD102 is built to last, featuring switches with a 10-million-click lifespan and gaming-grade 100% PTFE mouse feet.

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ASUS Wireless Mouse MD102 has an ergonomic design supporting the palm for comfortable computing experiences. Offering a distinct look in three hues: White, Oat Milk, and Dark Gray - it perfectly complements laptops such as ASUS Vivobook and Zenbook.https://tpucdn.com/img/lZtJdS2ukjwTiPob_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lZtJdS2ukjwTiPob.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/IjEUSMufiL1Rgz7Z_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IjEUSMufiL1Rgz7Z.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/n2FRrgCygrhO4w0F_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/n2FRrgCygrhO4w0F.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/tTbiCHDB4vc4m29I_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/tTbiCHDB4vc4m29I.jpg)
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BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, IPC solutions, and storage devices, today unveils the new BIOSTAR Radeon RX 580 White graphics card, designed to deliver smooth 1080p gaming performance in a sleek, modern white aesthetic. Crafted to dominate the mid-range market, the RX 580 White edition GPU from BIOSTAR is an ideal choice for casual gamers, offering seamless performance for popular gaming titles at full HD resolution. Its stylish appearance makes it a standout centerpiece in any build, especially those with a clean, solid white look.

The BIOSTAR Radeon RX 580 White is equipped with the AMD Radeon RX 580 GPU, featuring 8 GB of GDDR5 memory and 2048 Stream Processors. It comes with BIOSTAR's unique FPS dual-heatpipe cooler design, ensuring optimal cooling during intense gaming sessions. The card supports Radeon FreeSync Technology, DirectX 12, and Vulkan, enhancing gaming performance and ensuring smooth gameplay across various titles. Its PCI Express 3.0 x16 bus interface offers efficient connectivity, while AMD XConnect and HDR Ready features enhance the overall visual experience, delivering crisp, vibrant graphics for gamers.https://tpucdn.com/img/cC06YBjwEwZEgvKE_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cC06YBjwEwZEgvKE.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/bERyuwU1JDGYKsbF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/bERyuwU1JDGYKsbF.jpg)
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Edifier International, the award-winning audio electronics designer, announces the addition of the SPIRIT S10 to its STAX product range. The STAX SPIRIT S10 is the world's first True Wireless Planar Magnetic Earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation with Qualcomm QCC5181 Chipset, providing an excellent sound quality and wonderful, immersive, music listening experience.

The STAX SPIRIT S10 features 12 mm modularized planar magnetic drivers that guarantee a uniform, consistent audio performance and the possibility to be used for active noise cancellation. The Planar diaphragm is built on a 2μm polymer substrate with a total thickness of only 10μm - this ensures a good transient response for detailed sound reproduction.https://tpucdn.com/img/Olc6New1vJQKnCWh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Olc6New1vJQKnCWh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hVOb2c2Bu9OeWFNL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hVOb2c2Bu9OeWFNL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/J7bbDs4ZAhDdiF53_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/J7bbDs4ZAhDdiF53.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/SJfmaLrGS5CJmycA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/SJfmaLrGS5CJmycA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/jQUr27V71qzc2dwZ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/jQUr27V71qzc2dwZ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/hX9lsBxSyepepsaB_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/hX9lsBxSyepepsaB.jpg)
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MSI is pleased to announce the launch of the MSI Cubi NUC 13MQ, the latest addition to its esteemed Cubi NUC series, winner of the Red Dot Award 2024. Expanding on the robust features of the MSI Cubi NUC 1M, the new Cubi NUC 13MQ integrates the powerful Intel vPro platform, providing businesses with enhanced security, manageability, performance, stability, and sustainability within a small form factor.

The MSI Cubi NUC 13MQ is a significant advancement in the mini PC market, tailored to meet the intricate demands of contemporary businesses. With the integration of Intel vPro technology, the Cubi NUC 13MQ offers advanced functionalities such as remote management, robust security provisions, exceptional performance, and superior stability. As a result, this product is an optimal choice for IT administrators aiming to implement secure, efficient, and scalable computing solutions across their organizations.https://tpucdn.com/img/cJ2Irpk0YgQhjVJi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cJ2Irpk0YgQhjVJi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/K3csnWnFi28MCXhR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/K3csnWnFi28MCXhR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6tyY0OHpvj2m4z0X_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6tyY0OHpvj2m4z0X.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5ziC7b92M3v8mZSY_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5ziC7b92M3v8mZSY.jpg)
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In today's fast-paced business environment, efficiency and performance are paramount. ASRock Industrial introduces the IMB-X1900, a motherboard that combines cutting-edge innovation with unparalleled processing power and AI acceleration to drive the future of high-performance systems. Designed to elevate industry standards and redefine performance in demanding environments, the IMB-X1900 exemplifies ASRock Industrial's commitment to excellence. With powerful processing capabilities, expansive memory support, and advanced connectivity options, this motherboard is built on the robust Intel Xeon W-3500/3400 and W-2500/2400 Series Processors, ensuring it effortlessly manages even the most complex parallelized tasks, delivering exceptional efficiency and speed.

Key Features of the IMB-X1900 Motherboard:

Unrivaled Processing Power: Featuring Intel Xeon W-3500/3400 and W-2500/2400 Series Processors with W790 chipset, the IMB-X1900 supports up to 60 cores, making it a powerhouse for computationally intensive workloads. This capability is crucial for industries such as 3D rendering, product simulation, and large-scale AI models training and inference.
Expansive Memory Capacity: With support for up to 2 TB of DDR5 RDIMM ECC memory across 8 slots, the IMB-X1900 ensures seamless management of extensive datasets and complex simulations. This inclusion of ECC memory further enhances system reliability and data integrity, essential for industries like financial analysis, scientific research, and mission-critical applications.

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Today, Bose is introducing an extension to its acclaimed QuietComfort line, unveiling the new QuietComfort Earbuds. The new buds are designed for everyday use, featuring proven, powerful audio with renowned noise cancellation, customizable tap controls, seamless voice commands to take calls or selfies in the moment, a wireless charging case and up to 8.5 hours of staying power—all in a compact, powerful, and durable package.

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HTC VIVE, the global leader in premium XR solutions, today launches its new cutting-edge headset VIVE Focus Vision. The new Extended Reality (XR) headset is the latest in HTC VIVE's highly popular VIVE Focus Series, with a wealth of improvements and new features to give gamers and enterprise users alike the best possible immersive experience for PCVR and standalone gaming, as well as Location-Based Experiences (LBE), industrial training, collaboration, and mixed reality applications.

"VIVE Focus Vision gives you the best of both worlds, with outstanding standalone capabilities, and DisplayPort mode support for visually lossless PCVR experiences," said Shen Ye, Global Head of Product at HTC VIVE. "Now, PC gamers can bring the same high-end headsets used in VR arcades into their homes. We're taking everything to the next level with built-in eye-tracking, stereo color passthrough cameras for depth-correct Mixed Reality, and even an infra-red sensor for enhanced hand tracking in low-light conditions."https://tpucdn.com/img/V16Ep0okCeQuZGS3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/V16Ep0okCeQuZGS3.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/wL18dWtzbUTiBsG1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wL18dWtzbUTiBsG1.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/u5VSHDB6JEc4baJH_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/u5VSHDB6JEc4baJH.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/v4Z7IOOfz3XH5gX0_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/v4Z7IOOfz3XH5gX0.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/417IZ4rgDd6I1afF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/417IZ4rgDd6I1afF.jpg)
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Logitech G, a brand of Logitech and leading innovator of gaming and sim racing technologies and gear, announced today at Logi Play, a multi-year partnership with MOMO that includes the introduction of two new premium wheels: the SIM GT 320 and SIM GT-Racer 290 designed to the exact specifications of the latest Logitech G RS Wheel Hub. MOMO, the iconic Italian motorsports brand, has produced hand-crafted racing equipment for over sixty years for prestigious brands like Ferrari, Porsche, and Rolls Royce and racing legends such as Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher.

"We are proud to collaborate with Logitech G, bringing together the unmatched legacy of MOMO in motorsports with the cutting-edge innovation of Logitech G. This union of two excellence-driven brands is poised to set a new standard for sim racers, delivering a product that is deeply rooted in racing tradition yet perfectly crafted for modern-day competition," said Massimo Ciocca, CEO of MOMO S.r.l.https://tpucdn.com/img/6yXZRNkvM7HIYOkJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6yXZRNkvM7HIYOkJ.jpg)
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Presenting the release of Era 2 - the evolution of our iconic small form factor case, melding design innovation with engineering prowess. Era 2 refines the distinctive architectural design of the series and improves on its cooling capability for a smoother gaming experience. It features a tactile top panel made with solid, FSC-certified walnut and an outer body crafted from anodized aluminium. Both panels are ventilated for better performance and are easy to remove. The top panel is magnetically fastened and the outer body simply slides off.

On the inside, a tool-less sliding latch mechanism allows swift removal and reseating of the top bracket. This gives smart access to an open interior with space for a powerful three-slot GPU on one side and CPU cooling on the other. It also features a slidable central wall that adds 15 mm of internal flexibility, allowing builders to find the optimal ratio between each side of their system. To boost thermal performance, Era 2 is engineered to direct airflow through the case. It comes with two pre-installed Aspect 12 PWM fans, features ample ventilation throughout the case and is ideal for water cooling using a top radiator, to help enable a premium gaming experience in a streamlined format.

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From the creator of the revolutionary Arctis Nova line of headsets, SteelSeries.com, the original esports brand that fuses gaming and culture, introduces an all-new white version of the Arctis Nova 5 series of headsets. Launched earlier this year, the Arctis Nova 5 series and Nova 5 companion App quickly garnered numerous awards and established an all-new "affordable luxury" category in the gaming headset market. Offering gamers a sleek achromatic new colorway, along with the Nova series' reputation for exceptional audio quality and elegant design, plus the world's first 100+ audio preset Companion App, the white Arctis Nova 5 series is the newest addition to the Nova franchise, which include the white Nova Pro series and white Nova 7 series headsets.

For gamers wanting a stylish universal colorway of the Nova 5 series, the design and engineering teams set out to craft something new with three innovative goals in mind; create better audio for the games people play on Xbox and PlayStation; develop a wireless gaming headset that's both premium and accessible; and allow gamers to play longer and harder. The result is the Arctis Nova 5, and the Nova 5 Companion App, the first of its kind app to give players access to over 100 audio presets at their fingertips, Quick Switch Wireless freedom with high-speed 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth 5.3 at the tap of a button, an extraordinary 60+ Hour Battery Life, and a $129.99 price point. That's "affordable luxury" at its best!https://tpucdn.com/img/oEQxXoqIzo5sO4ts_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oEQxXoqIzo5sO4ts.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/RJ0KW3CxXng4CzCQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/RJ0KW3CxXng4CzCQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/vcbwXzXJKGEQoLsv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/vcbwXzXJKGEQoLsv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/3HW3BBlrA71dK5qa_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/3HW3BBlrA71dK5qa.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/8gLsJvjURcvR09Du_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8gLsJvjURcvR09Du.jpg)
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TerraMaster, a leading brand in home and enterprise storage solutions, has recently announced the launch of 9 new NAS models, all equipped with its latest TOS 6 operating system. This lineup includes two 8-bay all-flash NAS models specifically designed for high-performance needs. All new products were officially launched on September 19, 2024, on the TerraMaster official website and various global e-commerce platforms.

Comprehensive Range
The new TerraMaster product series covers a wide spectrum of users, from individual consumers and SMBs to high-end devices for business and enterprise sectors, fully addressing different needs.https://tpucdn.com/img/K0RPi3fNDKqeycb6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/K0RPi3fNDKqeycb6.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Le7Dhb8R5WiGgpJv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Le7Dhb8R5WiGgpJv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/PRBaZbgDY63J4d4b_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PRBaZbgDY63J4d4b.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/53MGJYOzo9pGg4Yx_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/53MGJYOzo9pGg4Yx.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/lMpacczUzCwOzf7t_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/lMpacczUzCwOzf7t.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/yFEgTg8hDbye8v3O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/yFEgTg8hDbye8v3O.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LQAYW83V96ijIPbP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LQAYW83V96ijIPbP.jpg)
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Porsche Design and AGON by AOC, one of the world's leading gaming monitor1 and IT accessories brands, announce their latest collaboration: the gaming monitor Porsche Design AOC AGON PRO PD34. This new 34" (86.36 cm) curved QD-OLED gaming monitor combines the conceptual excellence of Porsche Design with AGON by AOC's expertise in cutting-edge display technology. The ultra-wide PD34 with its 1800R curvature is engineered to meet the exacting standards of both professional users and enthusiast gamers, offering a blend of performance, precision, and style that reflects the heritage of both brands. Porsche Design conceptualised the design of the PD34 by referencing the radiator grille of a Porsche 911. The PD34 sets new benchmarks in the ultra-wide monitor segment with its fusion of form and function.

Crafted for visual excellence and competitive edge
At the heart of the PD34 lies a meticulously engineered 34" QD-OLED panel, featuring a UWQHD resolution of 3440 x 1440 pixels in a 21:9 aspect ratio. This ultra-wide canvas offers an expansive view for both gaming and professional applications. With an exceptional 0.03 ms GtG response time and a blistering 240 Hz refresh rate, the PD34 delivers motion clarity and responsiveness that matches the precision of Porsche's automotive engineering. This combination ensures crystal-clear rendering and ultra-smooth motion, even in the most demanding esports scenarios, giving competitive gamers the edge they need to perform at their peak.https://tpucdn.com/img/sd7nOzd6fj3xASZO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sd7nOzd6fj3xASZO.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/slOWAyzPDzak7ypf_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/slOWAyzPDzak7ypf.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/etvSk54BSPyTtiOF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/etvSk54BSPyTtiOF.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Gfgrr2OraSxyiYBZ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Gfgrr2OraSxyiYBZ.jpg)
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ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the availability of the ROG Harpe Ace Extreme, an ultralight 47-gram gaming mouse featuring an eye-catching carbon fiber shell that offers extreme maneuverability and outstanding durability. The shape of Harpe Ace Extreme was co-developed with esports professionals to ensure exceptional stability and control when flicking and tracking—especially for players accustomed to playing with a claw grip. Built-in cutting-edge technologies such as the ROG AimPoint Pro optical sensor and ROG Optical Micro Switches ensure absolute pinpoint accuracy and reliability. Additionally, the Harpe Ace Extreme is bundled with a host of premium accessories including a set of Corning Gorilla Glass mouse feet, a hard-shell carrying case, and the ROG Polling Rate Booster.

The ROG Polling Rate Booster, when combined with ROG SpeedNova wireless technology, delivers fast and precise data input at a true 8000 Hz polling rate in both wireless and wired modes. Its plug-and-play design allows users to directly attach the receivers or cables of compatible ROG peripherals.https://tpucdn.com/img/nDp1nVPg82fx0A7W_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/nDp1nVPg82fx0A7W.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/y8IwdGYQNoO3Scmv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/y8IwdGYQNoO3Scmv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/asVM9bngvtRs60hQ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/asVM9bngvtRs60hQ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/VagBka7hYS2aTLoP_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/VagBka7hYS2aTLoP.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/LvAnlC4IJmUExHu6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/LvAnlC4IJmUExHu6.jpg)
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ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the Falchion Ace HFX, a 65% analog wired gaming keyboard engineered for gamers who demand precision, speed, and customization. Featuring ROG HFX Magnetic Switches and an 8000 Hz polling rate, this ultra-compact keyboard sets a new standard in gaming peripherals. The ROG Falchion Ace HFX masterfully incorporates arrow and navigation keys into a 65% keyboard layout. At just 315 mm in length, it's almost the same size as a 60% keyboard, so gamers can enjoy all the functions of a normal keyboard while saving desktop space.

The ROG Falchion Ace HFX comes equipped with pre-lubed magnetic switches that are designed for a solid feel and lightning-fast, ultraprecise performance. With a lifespan of 100 million keypresses, these switches use high-quality POM plastic for the stem and bottom housing and PC for the top housing, ensuring ultrasmooth keystrokes. The innovative walled stem design enhances stability while keeping out dust, making this keyboard durable and reliable for intense gaming sessions. What really sets the Falchion Ace HFX apart is its customizable actuation range, which allows gamers to adjust the actuation point from 0.1 to 4.0 mm to match their gaming and typing experiences. This adjustment can be easily managed through the rear-mounted multifunction button and touch panel or via the Armoury Crate or Armoury Crate Gear software, providing flexibility and fingertip control.https://tpucdn.com/img/MkOsVY4tE4krTOu6_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MkOsVY4tE4krTOu6.jpg)
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ADATA XPG, a fast-growing provider of systems, components, and peripherals for Gamers, Esports Pros, and Tech Enthusiasts, today launched three new products developed with a focus on providing aesthetically pleasing, budget friendly options that don't ask users to compromise on performance. With two new chassis, XPG INVADER X MINI and XPG VALOR AIR PLUS, users can build eye-catching ATX systems without breaking the bank. Meanwhile, XPG PROBE brings a new Bronze efficiency option to the XPG PSU portfolio.

XPG INVADER X MINI introduces a new addition to the award-winning INVADER X chassis family. Modeled on the same premium ocean view aesthetic of the original INVADER X, this compact model delivers ATX motherboard compatibility in a sleek, feature rich iteration. Coming out of the box with five ARGB fans, four of which are reverse fans for optimal airflow, this case delivers a wide range of compatibility options while maintaining excellent cooling performance and room. Specifically, this case takes advantage of its compact size to input fresh air straight into the GPU from bottom reverse current fans. While the CPU gets additional fresh air from the top reverse current fans. With its small footprint and highly competitive price, XPG INVADER X MINI delivers a case that outdoes most m-ATX cases of a similar size while offering a much larger range of motherboard compatibility options.https://tpucdn.com/img/sbqDN9l6BhIlegiq_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/sbqDN9l6BhIlegiq.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/oIaEnbbBAkNpoDgo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/oIaEnbbBAkNpoDgo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/PJlnsC7vJY6RnT9S_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/PJlnsC7vJY6RnT9S.jpg)
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Today Intel released its latest Arc GPU graphics drivers, with version 101.6077 beta hitting our servers. This latest version brings game-ready support for titles like Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, Final Fantasy XVI, Frostpunk 2, and God of War Ragnarok. Besides adding support for latest titles, the 101.6077 beta drivers also fixed issues like corruption on certain reflective surfaces during gameplay of The Last of Us Part I (DX12), and corrupted lines on certain textures during gameplay of Age of Empires IV (DX12). Interestingly, few issues persist like Diablo IV (DX12) intermittently crashing while toggling Ray Tracing settings during gameplay, and Doom Eternal (VK) exhibiting intermittent flickering corruption in the game menu and during gameplay. Few more notes are included in the changelog and known issues, which can be seen below.

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According to the latest leak on the Chinese platform Weibo, Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 200 "Arrow Lake" desktop CPUs could potentially reach between 8,000 to 10,000 MT/s DDR5 speeds. To put this in perspective, Intel's current Raptor Lake Refresh processors struggle to reach 8200 MT/s, even with the best memory kits. It's also a big step up from the rival AMD, whose 9000 series chips usually peak around 6400 MT/s. CUDIMM technology, introduced earlier this year, incorporates a clock driver that regenerates the clock signal, enhancing stability and allowing for higher memory frequencies. Hence, the newest DIMMs are able to push to much higher MT/s with emerging platforms like Arrow Lake.

While it remains to be seen whether Arrow Lake CPUs will support 10,000 MT/s memory speeds immediately upon release, the trajectory of development suggests that such speeds are achievable shortly. Memory manufacturer Asgard recently unveiled CUDIMM (https://www.techpowerup.com/326667/asgard-intros-thor-ddr5-9600-48-gb-cudimm-memory) modules humming along at 9600 MT/s, hinting at the potential. Motherboard makers aren't sitting idle, either. Leaked specs for ASRock's upcoming Z890 Taichi board tease support for memory speeds up to 9200 MT/s in specific configurations - a 2000 MT/s increase from its predecessor.https://tpucdn.com/img/J6XwfQoAWp867NUF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/J6XwfQoAWp867NUF.jpg)

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Diablo IV received some severe backlash (https://www.reddit.com/r/diablo4/comments/105qeu8/the_pricing_for_this_game_is_outrageous/) over microtransactions when it launched back in 2023, with some bundles even costing more than the $69.99 base game. It appears, however, that its microtransaction-laden monetization strategy has paid off, according to an accidental leak on LinkedIn from senior product manager, Harrison Froeschke.

According to the now-deleted LinkedIn profile update, Diablo IV has managed to generate a total of $1 billion in total revenue since it launched, with $150 million of that coming from microtransactions and in-game purchases. Perhaps more interestingly, though, is the fact that this is unusually low for an Activision-Blizzard game.https://tpucdn.com/img/74eYgCGlTCKkB6ZD_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/74eYgCGlTCKkB6ZD.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/OQ3yOuJBX6YKJxDI_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/OQ3yOuJBX6YKJxDI.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/rF9LNQm3yeKgC0OS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rF9LNQm3yeKgC0OS.jpg)
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Zotac earlier this week introduced its GeForce RTX 4070 GDDR6 custom-design graphics cards. There are four models in all, based on the company's Twin Edge board design. Two of these are come in the standard black, while the other two are white. Within these, there are regular Twin Edge models that stick to NVIDIA reference clock speeds, while the Twin Edge OC variants come with minor factory overclocked speeds. The highlight here is the memory type. NVIDIA sneaked out variants of the GeForce RTX 4070 with 20 Gbps GDDR6 memory replacing the 21 Gbps GDDR6X that's standard to the RTX 4070.

The Twin Edge board design by Zotac features an aluminium fin-stack heatsink dubbed IceStorm 2.0, which is ventilated by two fans. The regular variants come with a GPU boost frequency of 2475 MHz, while the Twin Edge OC variants come with 2490 MHz GPU boost. Both variants have their GDDR6 memory running at 20 Gbps. The Twin Edge White cards see their cooler shrouds, backplates, and fan impellers don white. All four cards come with some RGB lighting, in the form of a stylized Zotac Gaming graphic on top of the card. VideoCardz reports that these cards are on average $10 cheaper than regular Zotac RTX 4070 Twin Edge series cards.https://tpucdn.com/img/mogl3KzVeq2koWwR_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mogl3KzVeq2koWwR.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/CfrrJPJOsj7pLfir_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/CfrrJPJOsj7pLfir.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/f9bUYtQWg6jUJBFf_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/f9bUYtQWg6jUJBFf.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/rS20LLy1gNjoi7S3_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rS20LLy1gNjoi7S3.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Cw0GRWhbBPbyqRZF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Cw0GRWhbBPbyqRZF.jpg)

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ASUS IoT, the global AIoT solution provider, today announced Tinker System 3N, an Arm -based fanless embedded computer with versatile applications for industrial use, and Tinker Board 3, a compact single-board computer (SBC) equipped with a quad-core Arm Cortex-A55 with comprehensive software-development kit (SDK) integration for versatile IoT and smart retail applications. Both ASUS IoT Tinker System 3N and Tinker Board 3 have been meticulously designed to cater to diverse vertical applications and industrial demands.

The fanless Tinker System 3N, equipped with a quad-core Arm Cortex-A55 processor (Rockchip RK3568) and an Arm M-based Mali -G52 GPU, is optimized for industrial use. It meets exacting US MIL‑STD‑810H military-grade standards for shock and vibration resilience, and features a compact 0.79-liter size and an extruded aluminium chassis that ensures reliable operation within a wide temperature range—able to function in conditions ranging from -40 to 60°C).https://tpucdn.com/img/spGxaN2Xf3bb0gOA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/spGxaN2Xf3bb0gOA.jpg)
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Neuralink, the company founded by Elon Musk that's working on brain user interfaces, announced that it received US-FDA device designation for a neural implant that lets visually impaired people see. Neuralink is calling this device "Blindsight." This paves the way for the public to participate in the development of the device. The device lets those with full vision loss, including damaged optic nerves, to see, provided that the brain's visual cortex is intact. Commenting on the development, Musk set expectations for what the very first version of the device is capable of—it interfaces with the visual cortex, and lets visually impaired people, including those that have been blind from birth, see for the first time, however, this vision is of low resolution—resembling "Atari graphics," as Musk puts it. It's what he said next that is raising eyebrows.

If Neuralink succeeds in building and deploying the first generation of "Blindsight," Musk says that future generations of the device will only grow in resolution, and acquire capabilities such as seeing the electromagnetic spectrum beyond natural human perception, such as infrared, ultraviolet, and even radar waves—something Geordi La Forge, the chief engineer of the USS Enterprise in the cult sci-fi show "Star Trek: The Next Generation" does, with his device called simply "the visor."https://tpucdn.com/img/04RPMv4SePBIzFS1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/04RPMv4SePBIzFS1.jpg)

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Intel late Friday released the latest version of the Arc GPU Graphics drivers. Version 101.6078 WHQL is essentially the same set of drivers as the 101.6077 Beta (https://www.techpowerup.com/326747/intel-releases-arc-gpu-graphics-drivers-101-6077-beta) drivers Intel released on September 18, but with the added WHQL signing. As such the drivers don't introduce any new Game On optimization from 101.6077 Beta, which had them for "Dead Rising Deluxe" Remaster, "Final Fantasy XVI," "Frostpunk 2," and "God of War Ragnarök," nor do these drivers introduce any fixes from the previous release. The "known issues" list, which lets you know if Intel has identified a new issue that will be fixed in a future driver release, remains the same for Arc A-series discrete GPUs, but has been expanded for Arc integrated graphics found with Core Ultra processors. Grab the drivers from the link below.

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