Mainstream PC OEMs Get DRAM Priority As Supply Crisis Changes Market
We've already seen the myriad far-reaching effects of the DRAM crisis play out in a number of ways, including [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] from custom PC builders and rumors of [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]. However, a new report out of [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] claims that DRAM producers, specifically mentioning Samsung and SK Hynix, are now selectively prioritizing certain hardware makers. Allegedly, large brands like Apple, ASUS, Dell, and Lenovo are receiving priority access to DRAM, which may result in smaller vendors—the likes of Framework—without DRAM supply.
The report also mentions that DRAM suppliers are starting to change their approach to the supply agreements, more frequently re-assessing the situation in order to take advantage of the limited capacity and likely adjust pricing and supply accordingly. Previously, we [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] PC hardware vendors may have to adjust pricing, specs, and potentially launch dates of upcoming laptop and smartphone offerings, and these agreements are likely being pursued by mainstream brands, like Apple, ASUS, Dell, and Lenovo, in order to avoid or mitigate that eventuality.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Long Live AM4: ASUS Rumored To Increased DDR4 Motherboard Production
Perhaps in response to the overwhelming demand for DDR5 and the [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...], ASUS is apparently planning to increase production of its B550 AM4 motherboards, which still rely on aging DDR4 RAM. This is according to a leak posted to [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] (via [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]), which claims that ASUS will make changes to its supply chain and production in the first quarter of 2026 in order to increase DDR4 motherboard production. This may be an indication that ASUS doesn't expect DDR5 supply and pricing to return to normal anytime soon, which lines up with recent rumors that [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] until DRAM supply has stabilized.
These plans will include both AMD's B550 and A520 motherboards, both of which use the venerable AM4 socket, and Intel's B760M and H610M-G, and the increased supply will apparently be dedicated to e-commerce channels rather than physical retailers. These motherboards will cover up to [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] and [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]. At the time of writing, there has been no confirmation from ASUS that these rumors are true, but the AM4 platform has continued to receive support from AMD, with the most recent AM4 CPU, the [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...].[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) 2026 Global Notebook Shipments Revises Down to a 5.4% YoY Decline
TrendForce's recent findings show that, amid a sluggish economic recovery and cautious consumer spending, surging memory prices are squeezing notebook brands' profit margins and pricing freedom. Consequently, TrendForce has reduced its 2026 global projection for notebook shipments to a 5.4% YoY decrease, totaling around 173 million units. This shift indicates a more conservative approach by brands toward inventory management, promotions, and product setups in response to increasing cost pressures.
If memory price increases do not significantly slow down by the second quarter of 2026 and brands cannot pass on higher costs, the demand for entry-level and consumer notebooks might decline further. In this scenario, full-year 2026 shipments could turn more pessimistic, decreasing by as much as 10.1% YoY.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) Moaiplay Debuts Ora Pro G1 Series Power Supplies
MOAIPLAY, a brand driven by the mission of providing "affordable prices but better performance," today officially announces its debut product line—the ORA PRO G1 series power supplies. Built on the belief that every gamer is a legend in their own world, the ORA PRO G1 series delivers reliable, high-performance hardware to ensure the game never stops.
The Eye-Catcher: 148 mm Silent Fan Reaching the ATX Form Factor Limit
The most striking feature of the ORA PRO G1 series is the world-first 148 mm ultra-large silent cooling fan. By pushing the absolute limit of the ATX form factor, MOAIPLAY has integrated the largest possible fan within the standard 150 mm width of a PSU housing. This design maximizes airflow at lower RPMs, eliminating heat dead zones while maintaining a near-silent environment. This innovation allows users to focus entirely on their gameplay, supported by industry-leading acoustic performance:
- 750 W & 850 W Models: Certified with Cybenetics LAMBDA A++ for ultimate silence.
- 1000 W Model: Achieved Cybenetics LAMBDA A+ acoustic certification.
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(PR) ASUS Previews Next-Gen Zenbook DUO, First-Ever ProArt GoPro Lapto
ASUS announced the upcoming Always Incredible virtual launch event at CES 2026, where the company will unveil the latest portfolio of AI PCs. Streaming globally on January 6, 2026, at 09:00 PST (17:00 GMT) via the ASUS event site, the showcase will demonstrate how ASUS's vision of Ubiquitous AI. Incredible Possibilities is shaping the future of intelligent computing and redefining user experiences across work, creativity, and daily life.
AI Designed for Real-World Impact
ASUS is committed to enhancing everyday life through AI. The company will unveil a comprehensive AI ecosystem designed to deliver intelligent assistance across its portfolio of Copilot+ PCs, lightweight laptops, and creator solutions. This is brought to life through two key initiatives: Everyday AI, which enhances daily convenience and connectivity, and Creator AI, which provides advanced tools to accelerate creative workflows.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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CDPR Sells GOG to Co-Founder: "DRM-free More Important Than Ever"
GOG (formerly Good Old Games) has officially changed ownership, [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] put out by the company, with Michał Kiciński, co-founder of GOG and CD Projekt Red, taking over the game distribution platform from CD Projekt Red. According to some reports about the buyout, the total amount paid for the acquisition was on the order of $25.26 million (90.7 PLN). The sale of GOG aligns with CD Projekt Red's recent moves, like moving away from the Red engine to Unreal Engine 5 in what appears to be an attempt to focus more on the creative side of game development instead of investing time into technical game dev on a proprietary engine—the [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] that "we want to make games, not engines," when asked about the move to UE5. Despite the change in ownership, CD Projekt Red games will continue to be published on GOG, and the existing library will also continue to be available on the platform.
GOG says that Kiciński has committed to the buyout "because he wants to preserve and grow the original philosophy behind GOG," and the company insists that, under the new ownership, it will be doubling down on the co-founder's vision that "GOG stands for freedom, independence, and genuine control." For the time being, at least, nothing seems to be changing for the end-user. GOG will still provide DRM-free games and offline installers, with the option for GOG Galaxy 2.0 as a convenience option.
GOG has also promised to keep up its game preservation efforts via the Game Preservation Program, which has [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] 267 games. GOG has also clarified that any tips donations made to GOG via Patreon or the store will still go towards the game preservation mission, and not into the pockets of publishers or the company's new owner.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Leak Tips 500 Hz HP HyperX Omen OLED Gaming Monitor for CES—Among Othe
With CES 2026 just around the corner, [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] slated to appear at the annual show. Some of the latest leaks to come out of [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] reveal HP's new line-up of HyperX Omen gaming products, which include a slew of new gaming monitors. The HP HyperX Omen gaming monitors will come in both 34-, 27-, and 24-inch variants, as the HyperX Omen OLED 34, Omen OLED 27qs and 27q, and Omen 24. The Omen OLED 34 is a 34-inch 21:9 ultra-wide OLED gaming monitor with a 360 Hz refresh rate and a VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification—which suggests at least 500 nits of brightness. The Omen OLED 34 will also have "Professional-Grade Color Accuracy," although exact color space and coverage specifications, along with a specific display resolution, are not mentioned in the leak.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Cyberpunk 2 Predicted To Launch in Late 2030 With $419 Million Budget
We've already seen signs that Cyberpunk 2's development is in full swing at CD Projekt Red, with the game studio earlier this year [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] for the upcoming Unreal Engine 5-based game. Previously, no release date for the new game had been revealed, teased, or even proposed by the usual sources, but a Polish analytics firm, Noble Securities (via [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]), has posited that Cyberpunk 2 would launch in 2030, specifically Q4, 2030, which would make the game a holiday release. The firm also predicts that the [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] for The Witcher 3 will land as early as May 2026 and the launch of The Witcher 4 in Q4 2027.
In addition to the launch dates, we also got a prediction for the budget of Cyberpunk 2, which the firm says will likely end up around the $419 million mark, which aligns with the [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]. A late launch lines up with the launch of Cyberpunk 2077, which launched in December, and it makes sense from a business point of view, since that is when gaming sales peak. Of course, being this far away from the projected launch date means that things are highly volatile—this being especially true in the current gaming landscape, where [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...].[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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RAM Crisis May Result in Next-Gen Console Delay
We have already reported on the outsized impact that the AI industry's demand for RAM and the ensuing RAM shortage have had on the PC gaming industry—including everything from [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] to potential [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] for next-gen PC hardware products—but now it seems as though console gamers may have to join PC gamers at the back of the line. According to a recent report by [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...], console hardware makers, likely referring to Microsoft and Sony, are in talks to delay the next console hardware generation.
Originally, the next-gen Xbox and PlayStation consoles were [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...], and a new launch window has not yet been revealed, but hardware makers are seemingly considering the delay in the hopes that RAM prices and availability will stabilize ahead of the launch. Currently, brands like Samsung are planning on pivoting some of their NAND production to DRAM, and other makers are scurrying to build out their supply chain to meet demand, but that takes time. We have already seen the RAM shortage impact console makers, with increasing NAND and DRAM prices resulting in slimmer margins, while [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] of their hardware.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) UnifyDrive Announces Availability of Its UP6 Mobile NAS with Buil
UnifyDrive, an innovator in network storage solutions, today announced the release of the UnifyDrive UP6. This all-flash mobile NAS is the first of its kind to integrate a 6-inch touchscreen, a built-in Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), and local AI processing into a single portable chassis. Designed specifically for photographers, videographers, and data-sensitive professionals, the UP6 bridges the gap between high-capacity desktop storage and portable rugged drives. It allows creators to offload, preview, and manage massive datasets in the field without requiring a laptop or external power source.
Desktop Performance, Anywhere At the heart of the UP6 is the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor, featuring an integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit) capable of 11 TOPS. Unlike traditional NAS units that rely on lower-power Arm chips, the UP6 offers true workstation capability.
- Performance: Supports 8K video transcoding and high-speed data ingestion.
- Capacity: The all-flash NVMe architecture supports up to 96 GB of DDR5 memory and 48 TB of storage, delivering the sustained read/write speeds required for collaborative editing directly from the drive.
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(PR) Maxon Introduces Cinebench 2026
Maxon is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated release of Cinebench 2026, its latest iteration of the industry-standard benchmarking software, which has been a cornerstone in computer performance evaluation for two decades. Widely used by reviewers, hardware manufacturers, and everyday computer owners, Cinebench utilizes the power of Redshift, Cinema 4D's default rendering engine, to accurately assess and evaluate CPU and GPU performance using real-world 3D rendering workloads.
Cinebench 2026 takes advantage of the latest developments in hardware technology, adding compatibility with NVIDIA's new Blackwell GPUs (5000 series) and AMD 9000 series GPUs on Windows, as well as NVIDIA Hopper and Blackwell data center GPUs. Additionally, Cinebench 2026 now supports Apple M4 and M5 powered systems.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) LG Display to Showcases Wide Line-up of World-first, Leading OLED
LG Display, the world's leading innovator of display technologies, is set to rewrite industry records once again at CES 2026, the world's largest IT and consumer electronics exhibition. During the Las Vegas show from January 6 to 9, LG Display will unveil a wide lineup of technologies and products that set new records among existing Gaming OLED panels, including the world's highest refresh rate of 720 Hz and response time of 0.02 ms, the world's first 39-inch 5K2K panel, and the world's first 240 Hz panel with an RGB stripe pixel structure.
A full showcase of Gaming OLED panels with overwhelming performance—world-first refresh rate, resolution, and pixel structure
LG Display is presenting a 27-inch Gaming OLED panel at CES 2026 that achieves a refresh rate of 720 Hz—the fastest among all Gaming OLED panels currently available. Refresh rate refers to the number of times per second a screen updates, so 720 Hz means the screen refreshes 720 times per second. LG Display is the first to achieve such an ultra-high refresh rate on an OLED panel.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Apple Studio Display 2 to Pack an A19 Chip, Come with ProMotion and HD
Apple is preparing to update its Studio Display lineup in 2026 with the new Studio Display 2. Targeted squarely at creators, photography professionals, and video production crews, the new Studio Display 2 will be designed to ideally go with Mac Studio and Mac Pro workstations. Studio Display 2 surfaced in a report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who identified code in an iOS 26 build pointing to display "J527" as confirmation of a new Studio Display. Perhaps the biggest reveal from the code is that Studio Display 2 will come with ProMotion, and variable refresh rate. It will support a maximum refresh rate of 120 Hz, up from the current 60 Hz of Studio Display.
The current Studio Display isn't just limited to 60 Hz, but also only has standard dynamic range (SDR). Studio Display 2 is expected to introduce HDR support, leveraging Mini LED technology. This would be similar to the latest MacBook Pro display offering ProMotion and HDR with up to 1,000 nits brightness using Mini LED illumination for sustained lighting, and an impressive 1,600 nits for HDR. Apple will likely use the latest display tech to offer a feature-packed HDR implementation for content professionals.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) HKC Corporation to Demo Three New High-end Gaming Monitors at CES
HKC Corporation, a global leader in advanced display technologies, today announced its participation in CES 2026, taking place from January 6-9, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC). At Booth No. 30739, South Hall 1, HKC Corporation will present its latest innovations across professional creation, immersive gaming, and competitive esports.
Guided by "Powering the Next Era of Play & Creation," HKC Corporation drives display innovation in panels, backlights, and intelligent imaging, empowering creators and gamers while cementing its global tech leadership. At CES 2026, HKC Corporation will showcase a curated portfolio of products across its three core brands—HKC, KOORUI, and ANTGAMER—each designed to address distinct usage scenarios and performance demands.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) GEEKOM Returns to CES 2026 with Premium Laptops and Next-Generati
GEEKOM will make its fourth consecutive appearance at CES 2026, taking place from January 6 to 9 at Booth 35025 in LVCC South Hall 2. As a leader in the Mini PC industry, GEEKOM is presenting its most focused product launch to date, marking a major expansion into premium laptops while continuing to advance its compact computing lineup.
The centerpiece of GEEKOM's CES 2026 showcase is the GeekBook X14 Pro, a laptop that sets a new benchmark for lightweight design. Weighing just 2.2 pounds and measuring only 0.23 inches at its thinnest point, the GeekBook X14 Pro is positioned as the world's lightest all-metal laptop. It features a 2.8K OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, delivering sharp visuals, vivid colors, and smooth performance.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) OWC Announces Fully Certified 2-Meter Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Cable
Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the launch of its fully certified 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) cable for Macs and PCs. Creative and business professionals now have a long-length solution - engineered with signal amplification, precision shielding, and end-to-end signal integrity - for workflows that demand maximum speed, display performance, and power delivery - along with all the capabilities of Thunderbolt 5.
"OWC's 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 Cable delivers the full Thunderbolt 5 experience at extended length with no compromises," said Larry O'Connor, Founder and CEO, Other World Computing (OWC). "It gives users the flexibility to connect high-performance devices exactly where they need them, while maintaining the performance, reliability, and compatibility Thunderbolt is known for."[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets 14 New Games in January
New year, new games, all with RTX 5080-powered cloud energy. GeForce NOW is kicking off 2026 by looking back at an unforgettable year of wins and wildly high frame rates. From streams of the biggest blockbusters to new ways to play anywhere, members showed all year what happens when great games meet serious GeForce performance in the cloud. Grab a cozy spot, queue up a game and ring in the new year with GeForce NOW, starting with a fresh list of 14 titles coming to the cloud this January, with 5 available to stream this week..
Put a Bow on It
The star upgrade of 2025 was the arrival of NVIDIA Blackwell RTX in the cloud, bringing GeForce RTX 5080 power to the GeForce NOW Ultimate membership tier along with all the NVIDIA technologies that 50 Series GPU owners have access to, including DLSS 4 and 5K 120 frames-per-second (FPS) streaming. "The amazing announcement of the RTX 5080 being added to GeForce NOW with features like DLSS 4 and 5K 120 FPS streaming was a true game-changer for cloud gaming," said Nads from Cloud&Console. Luna, a GeForce NOW Discord community modder, called out how the Ultimate tier let her go topside in ARC Raiders and explore Castor Woods in Dying Light: The Beast "in areas where my local machine struggles - and now, the RTX 5080-powered cloud can push them even further."[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) YPlasma to Debut Noiseless Laptop Cooled with DBD Plasma Actuator
YPlasma, a pioneer in solid-state thermal management with operations in Newark, NJ and Spain, today announced its participation in CES Las Vegas 2026. Located at Eureka Park, Stand #60845, YPlasma will host the World Premiere of the first-ever application of Dielectric Barrier Discharge (DBD) plasma actuators for consumer electronics cooling—a revolutionary solution designed to replace mechanical fans and traditional ionic wind devices.
As electronics become thinner and AI-driven processing demands more power, traditional cooling methods are reaching their physical limits. YPlasma's solid-state technology addresses these challenges by using cold plasma to generate high-velocity "ionic wind" without a single moving part.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) Fender Audio Debuts at CES 2026 With Elie Speakers and Mix Headph
Fender Audio, a consumer electronics brand owned by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and operated under license by Riffsound Pte. Ltd., makes its CES debut with the launch of two flagship products: the ELIE portable speaker series and MIX headphones. These releases mark Fender Audio's entry into the premium personal audio market with products designed for performance, versatility, and modern lifestyles.
ELIE Speakers
The ELIE (Extremely Loud Infinitely Expressive) portable Bluetooth speaker series combines elegant design with precision audio engineering to create a new benchmark in portable sound. Available in two models—E6 and E12—each unit integrates built-in subwoofers and a world-first Waves SOC implementation to deliver powerful, distortion-free sound across a wide dynamic range. Reinventing how DSPs (Digital Signal Processors) and SOCs (System on a Chip) are utilized in speaker design, the ELIE speakers deliver more power at a higher efficiency, yielding greater volume and acoustic clarity than other portable speakers in the same size and category.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Acemagic Reveals Retro X5 Mini PC with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
Acemagic has unveiled the Retro X5 mini PC, a compact system that blends an NES-style retro exterior with modern AMD hardware. The system aims at users interested in classic gaming, media playback, and everyday tasks, all of those in a small form factor with modern components. The Retro X5 is powered by the 12 cores, 24 threads AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor with a 5.1 GHz boost clock. Graphics are handled by the integrated Radeon 890M GPU with 16 compute units clocked at up to 2.9 GHz. The chip also includes an AMD XDNA 2 NPU capable of delivering up to 50 TOPS of AI compute for supported workloads.
The system ships with Acemagic's RetroPlay Box software, which bundles emulators and basic game management tools to reduce setup complexity for retro gaming. According to the company, future updates are planned to introduce AI-assisted features such as improved content recommendations, though no timeline has been shared. The Retro X5 supports expandable memory and storage and is capable of multiple displays. Front I/O includes a USB Type-C port, two USB Type-A ports, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. Full rear connectivity, pricing, and availability details have not yet been disclosed; however, we expect more information next week during CES 2026.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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