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In a community blog post, Arm has announced its new Accuracy Super Resolution (ASR) upscaling technology. This open-source solution aims to transform mobile gaming by offering best-in-class upscaling capabilities for smartphones and tablets. Arm ASR addresses a critical challenge in mobile gaming: delivering high-quality graphics while managing power consumption and heat generation. By rendering games at lower resolutions and then intelligently upscaling them, Arm ASR promises to significantly boost performance without sacrificing visual quality. The technology builds upon AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution 2 (FSR 2) and adapts it specifically for mobile devices. Arm ASR utilizes temporal upscaling, which combines information from multiple frames to produce higher-quality images from lower-resolution inputs. Even though temporal upscaling is more complicated to implement than spatial frame-by-frame upscaling, it delivers better results and gives developers more freedom.

This approach allows for more ambitious graphics while maintaining smooth gameplay. In benchmark tests using a complex scene, Arm demonstrated impressive results. Devices featuring the Arm Immortalis-G720 GPU showed substantial framerate improvements when using Arm ASR compared to native resolution rendering and Qualcomm's Game Super Resolution (GSR). Moreover, the technology helped maintain stable temperatures, preventing thermal throttling that can compromise user experience. Collaboration with MediaTek revealed significant power savings when using Arm ASR on a Dimensity 9300 handset. This translates to extended battery life for mobile gamers, addressing key concerns. Arm is releasing ASR under an MIT open-source license, encouraging widespread adoption and experimentation among developers. Below you can see the comparison of various upscalers.[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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Graphcore today announced that the company has been acquired by SoftBank Group Corp. Under the deal, Graphcore becomes a wholly owned subsidiary of SoftBank and will continue to operate under the Graphcore name.

"This is a tremendous endorsement of our team and their ability to build truly transformative AI technologies at scale, as well as a great outcome for our company," said Graphcore co-founder and CEO Nigel Toon. "Demand for AI compute is vast and continues to grow. There remains much to do to improve efficiency, resilience, and computational power to unlock the full potential of AI. In SoftBank, we have a partner that can enable the Graphcore team to redefine the landscape for AI technology."[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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The new Dangbei Atom Google TV mini laser projector is barely the size of a paperback book, and weighs as much as a laptop, but lets you enjoy rich content on a screen as large as 180-inch, anywhere you want. Its companion 360° Gimbal lets you project from practically any surface or roof-mount, with the Gimbal and the projector's automatic keystone correction working their magic.

The Dangbei Atom is only 1.87 inches (4.75 cm) thick, weighing just 2.82 lbs (1.28 kg). The projector uses an ALPD laser technology, and a brilliant 1,200 ANSI Lumens of brightness. The projector offers Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution, along with support for HDR10. Its various smart optics features include autofocus, keystone correction, screen fit, and obstacle avoidance. It packs Google TV, which puts practically every streaming content service in your hands. Priced regularly at $899, the Dangbei Atom can be yours for $699 as part of a special promotion. What's more, the Gimbal can be had at a discount. The $699 promotion price includes a pair of 3D glasses worth $40!

Customers can save $200 on Dangbei Atom, now available for $699 This offer includes a pair of 3D glasses (worth $40)—first come, first served.

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Unlock new experiences every GFN Thursday. Whether post-apocalyptic survival adventures, narrative-driven games or vast, open worlds, GeForce NOW always has something fresh for members to explore. This week, GeForce NOW brings the survival game Once Human from Starry Studio to the cloud, part of three new titles.

Survive the Stardust
Step into a post-apocalyptic world where cosmic energy has transformed humanity in Once Human. As a Meta-Human, survive the contamination and use the powers of Stardust to navigate a new and bizarre open-world universe. Experience elements of survival, crafting and combat while challenging players to gather resources, build shelters and fend off human and monstrous threats. Uncover the rich lore through interactions with various characters and artifacts scattered throughout the world. Delve into the truth of Stardust - discover where it came from and what it wants. Play alone or grab a squad to fight, build and explore together. Level up with an Ultimate or Priority membership to stream across devices at higher resolutions and frame rates over free members. Gaming sessions are up to six hours for Priority members and eight hours for Ultimate members, plenty of time to unravel the cosmic mysteries of Once Human.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Creative Technology today announced the release of the Creative Outlier Go, the latest wireless open-ear headphones designed for personalized comfort and rich audio, perfect for those who are always on the move. Featuring custom-tuned 14.2 mm Neodymium drivers and an adjustable fit that suits all ear shapes, these headphones are a must-have for adventurers and daily commuters looking to enjoy superior sound quality while staying connected to their surroundings.

Boasting up to 26 hours of total playtime, the Creative Outlier Go keeps the beats going all day long. These headphones are also all about comfort, featuring an adjustable fit with soft silicone ear hooks that keep users comfortable even during marathon music sessions. Plus, users get to enjoy seamless connectivity with Bluetooth 5.4 and low latency mode, offering minimal audio delay for a smooth and lag-free listening experience.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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At Razer, we're continually pushing the boundaries of what's possible with gaming technology, and our latest software updates for Razer mice are set to redefine precision and adaptability for gamers everywhere. The new Mouse Rotation and Dynamic Sensitivity features are now available on Razer's latest esports mice - the Razer Viper V3 Pro, and Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed.

Mouse Rotation: Aligning Movement with Natural Motion
Mouse Rotation customizes the output angle from your mouse sensor to perfectly match your unique setup and grip style. This is especially beneficial for gamers who have a naturally angled swipe or an unconventional setup. By adjusting the angle in Synapse, users ensure that a left-to-right swipe on their desk corresponds directly to a horizontal movement in-game, enhancing both comfort and control.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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AMD reportedly plans to incorporate glass substrates into its high-performance system-in-packages (SiPs) sometimes between 2025 and 2026. Glass substrates offer several advantages over traditional organic substrates, including superior flatness, thermal properties, and mechanical strength. These characteristics make them well-suited for advanced SiPs containing multiple chiplets, especially in data center applications where performance and durability are critical. The adoption of glass substrates aligns with the industry's broader trend towards more complex chip designs. As leading-edge process technologies become increasingly expensive and yield gains diminish, manufacturers turn to multi-chiplet designs to improve performance. AMD's current EPYC server processors already incorporate up to 13 chiplets, while its Instinct AI accelerators feature 22 pieces of silicon. A more extreme testament is Intel's Ponte Vecchio, which utilized [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...].

Glass substrates could enable AMD to create even more complex designs without relying on costly interposers, potentially reducing overall production expenses. This technology could further boost the performance of AI and HPC accelerators, which are a growing market and require constant innovation. The glass substrate market is heating up, with major players like Intel, Samsung, and LG Innotek also investing heavily in this technology. Market projections suggest explosive growth, from $23 million in 2024 to $4.2 billion by 2034. Last year, [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] to investing up to 1.3 trillion Won (almost one billion USD) to start applying glass substrates to its processors by 2028. Everything suggests that glass substrates are the future of chip design, and we await to see first high-volume production designs.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]

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NACON and Spiders studio are pleased to announce the early access release date of the narrative RPG GreedFall II: The Dying World with a new trailer. The title offers an all-new adventure in the world of GreedFall, which has already drawn in a player community over 2 million strong, and will be released under early access on Steam on 24 September 2024.

Players will then be able to discover the first chapters of the main quest, explore the regions of Teer Fradee, Thynia and Uxantis, and also get to know some of the characters that will accompany them in the course of their adventure. Of course, the game content will be enriched throughout the early access phase, with plenty of new features and improvements: zones, companions, quests, skills and many more![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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Microsoft has agreed to pay €20 million to settle an antitrust complaint filed by Cloud Infrastructure Services Providers in Europe (CISPE), a European cloud providers association. The deal aims to address concerns about Microsoft's cloud product licensing practices, also, Microsoft will develop Azure Stack HCI for European cloud providers and compensate CISPE members for recent licensing costs. On the other side, CISPE will withdraw its EU complaint, cease supporting similar global complaints, and establish an independent European Cloud Observatory to monitor the product's development.

The settlement excludes major providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and AliCloud. While CISPE hails this as a victory, critics argue it's insufficient. AWS spokesperson Alia Ilyas said that Microsoft was only making "limited concessions for some CISPE members that demonstrate there are no technical barriers preventing it from doing what's right for every cloud customer". Google Cloud suggests more action is needed against anti-competitive behavior, and UK-based cloud company Civo's CEO Mark Boost questions the deal's long-term impact on the industry. Boost stated, "However they position it, we cannot shy away from what this deal appears to be: a global powerful company paying for the silence of a trade body, and avoiding having to make fundamental changes to their software licensing practices on a global basis". Despite resolving the CISPE complaint, Microsoft faces ongoing regulatory scrutiny worldwide. The UK's Competition and Markets Authority launched a cloud computing market investigation in October 2023 while the US Federal Trade Commission is conducting two separate probes involving Microsoft. The first FTC investigation, initiated in January 2024, examines AI services and partnerships of major tech companies, including Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Anthropic, and OpenAI. The second focuses specifically on Microsoft, OpenAI, and Nvidia, assessing their impact and behavior in the AI sector.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]

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Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe introduces the first desktop displays launched under the Sharp brand to evidence its ongoing commitment to Quality, Service and Sustainability. Rooted in the MultiSync legacy of quality and reliability, the two new 27" monitor models, Sharp MultiSync EA272Q and Sharp MultiSync EA272U, are ideally suited for use in corporate offices, home-office scenarios as well as for control room applications.

For detail-rich applications, the high pixel density resolution of the Sharp MultiSync EA272Q (QuadHD) and the Sharp MultiSync EA272U (UltraUHD), coupled with 27-inch active screen area result in expansive digital canvases for the most productive personal workspaces. Users can extend their visual command even further with a near uninterrupted multi-screen configuration with ultra-narrow bezel and DisplayPort OUT daisy-chain. Featuring powerful 90 W USB Type-C connectivity and embedded LAN, the desktop models become fully functioning Docking Hub solutions. With just a single cable to connect notebook/PC to the display whilst powering the device, the workspace remains clear of cable clutter and e-waste is minimised. The displays' sustainable functionalities continue, achieving energy savings of up to 30% by enabling sensor technology to automatically reduce brightness or power down as appropriate to usage scenarios.[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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CTL, a global cloud-computing solution leader for education and enterprise, announced today the introduction of the new CTL Chromebook PX141E Series. This series equips educators, staff, and students with the powerful performance and connectivity they need for all-day productivity. Easy ChromeOS device manageability combined with CTL's lifecycle services reduces the burden on IT departments.

"We are excited to refresh our product line with the next-generation 14" Chromebook. As the new powerhouse performer in our Chromebook lineup, we know our education and enterprise customers will appreciate the upgraded power, Wi-Fi, memory, and storage to support all day teaching and learning, while new conveniences such as the webcam privacy shutter and additional USB-A port enhance useability," said Erik Stromquist, CEO of CTL.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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