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Samsung Prepares 10.7 Gbps LPDDR6 Memory Built on 12 nm Node
Samsung has developed its next-generation low-power LPDDR6 memory for mobile applications. Built on a 12 nm process, this LPDDR6 memory module achieves data rates of 10.7 Gbps. Engineers have increased the input/output channel count and introduced dynamic power tuning, which adjusts power consumption in real time based on workload demands. Samsung has also incorporated robust security features directly into the memory subsystem to ensure data integrity across all applications. Interestingly, Samsung's improved and tuned LPDDR5X also reaches 10.7 Gbps, which is the starting point for the new LPDDR6 memory.
As seen in the transition from DDR4 to DDR5, the final configurations of the previous generation memory are often close in performance to the first generation of the new standard. For LPDDR6, Samsung claims a 21% improvement in energy efficiency over its predecessor, LPDDR5X. This means devices can achieve the same bandwidth and speed while using one-fifth less power. Future LPDDR6 iterations are expected to reach speeds of up to 14 Gbps, surpassing even the fastest overclocked LPDDR5X chips. More details are anticipated at this year's CES, where Samsung will showcase devices powered by the new memory and reveal specific features.
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(PR) Lian Li Unveils HydroShift II LCD-S Series AIO with Hot-Swappable
Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of chassis and PC accessories, announces the launch of the HydroShift II LCD-S series all-in-one liquid coolers. Featuring a hot-swappable 3.4-inch square IPS LCD with a pogo-pin magnetic connection, the HydroShift II LCD-S delivers brilliant visuals and effortless installation. With a redesigned high-performance pump for quieter, more efficient operation, and a slim 24 mm radiator for broader case compatibility, the HydroShift II LCD-S refines liquid cooling with both performance and aesthetics. Its side-mounted tubing, concealed wiring, and precise tube routing create a seamless, tubeless appearance.
The HydroShift II LCD-S supports three control modes, including Offline mode for software freedom, as well as Wireless and USB-Connected control modes via L-Connect 3, which provides builders with flexible screen and lighting customization options. Available in TL Wireless, CL Wireless, and fanless configurations, the HydroShift II LCD-S combines premium cooling with innovative design, backed by a 6-year warranty.
[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the HydroShift II LCD-S is now live]
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Ayaneo Nears Launch of Next 2 Handheld Featuring Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU
Ayaneo appears to be nearing the launch of its long-awaited Next 2 Windows handheld, the true successor to the original Ayaneo Next. The company has revealed new details confirming that the device will be powered by AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU, featuring 16 cores and 32 threads built on the Zen 5 architecture, with 64 MB of L3 cache and boost clocks of up to 5.1 GHz. The integrated Radeon 8060S GPU features 40 compute units running at up to 2.9 GHz, capable of offering discrete-class performance in a handheld form factor.
The Next 2 will also feature Ayaneo's latest custom hardware design, including a dual-fan cooling system, high-capacity battery, and at least an 8-inch display, judging from the released pictures. The controls combine a floating 8-way D-pad, Hall effect triggers, and dual intelligent touchpads, with customizable rear buttons and dynamic Chroma lighting.
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GDDR7 Shortage Could Stop NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50-Series SUPER Rollout
NVIDIA's rumored GeForce RTX 50 series "Blackwell" SUPER graphics cards might face delays due to the ongoing DRAM shortage affecting the industry. These GPUs are expected to feature more dense GDDR7 memory modules with 3 GB per module. The current DRAM shortage could impact the planned release date and potentially lead to the cancellation of the entire rollout. According to Uniko's Hardware, there is speculation that the SUPER refresh cycle might be scrapped entirely, leaving only the standard NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series in production. This regular series uses earlier GDDR7 memory with 2 GB per module, which is likely more readily available as the new AI developments are consuming the higher-density modules first.
According to BenchLife.info, NVIDIA was reportedly planning a mid-lifecycle refresh for late Q1 to early Q2 2026, with a possible announcement at CES 2026. Earlier speculation suggested three new SKUs that would replace existing models: the RTX 5070 SUPER, RTX 5070 Ti SUPER, and RTX 5080 SUPER. The main improvement seemed to be in memory capacity, with all three cards expected to have 50% more memory than their non-SUPER counterparts. The RTX 5070 SUPER was said to offer 18 GB, while the RTX 5070 Ti SUPER and RTX 5080 SUPER would each provide 24 GB. However, the latest rumor leaves us with no clues about whether these GPUs will actually appear. The only thing we can anticipate is CES, where NVIDIA might reveal more information.
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(PR) Global Channel SSD Shipments Fall 14% in 2024; Market Becomes Mor
TrendForce's latest research indicates that the global client SSD market experienced a price low in 2023, followed by gradual stabilization of supply and demand and a price rebound in 2024. However, retail SSD sales face challenges due to ongoing weak consumer electronics demand and notebook SSD attach rates reaching 100%. This has led to reduced shipments from SSD module makers. Channel SSD shipments for 2024 are projected at 101 million units, reflecting a 14% YoY decrease.
TrendForce has released its 2024 rankings for SSD module makers based on shipment data of their own-brand SSDs in the channel market. The top five companies now control over 80% of the market, signaling ongoing consolidation. Kingston remains the leading brand with a 36% market share, supported by its extensive channel presence and product reliability. ADATA ranks second with 13%, driven by aggressive marketing of gaming and premium consumer products, along with the quick deployment of PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 SSDs.
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(PR) MSI Teams Up With Bandai Namco for Little Nightmares III Game Han
MSI is partnering with Bandai Namco Entertainment to bring gamers a special offer. Starting from October 10, 2025, users who purchase MSI Claw A8, Claw 8 AI+, or Claw 7 AI+ will receive a FREE digital copy of the new Little Nightmares III on PC.
Embark on a new adventure in the unique world of Little Nightmares. In Little Nightmares III, you follow the journey of Low & Alone, as they search for a path that could lead them out of the Nowhere. Trapped within the Spiral, a cluster of disturbing places, the two friends will have to work together to survive in a dangerous world full of delusions and escape the grasp of an even greater threat lurking in the shadows. For the first time in the franchise, face your childhood fears together with a friend using online co-op, or solo with an AI companion.
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(PR) GIGABYTE Introduces New X870E AORUS XTREME X3D AI TOP Motherboard
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, the world's leading computer brand, takes extreme performance and style to the next level with its All New X870E AORUS XTREME X3D AI TOP motherboard. First unveiled at GIGABYTE EVENT 2025, the X870E AORUS XTREME X3D AI TOP is the world's first Flagship motherboard platform purpose-built for AMD Ryzen X3D processors, delivering GIGABYTE X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 for uncompromising gaming and productivity, industry-leading DDR5 speeds of up to 9000+ MT/s, and a smarter user experience through innovative thermal solutions (e.g., CPU Thermal Matrix etc.), Unrivaled EZ-DIY features, and DriverBIOS technology.
At the core of the X870E AORUS XTREME X3D AI TOP is X3D Turbo Mode 2.0, a dynamic AI overclocking model trained on big data, tailored for per-chip optimization and resulting in a custom tuning profile with optimal results. This breakthrough enables users to achieve the optimal balance without compromise, improving 25% gaming performance and 14% multi-tasking productivity over default settings. By intelligently finetuning frequency, power, and thermal behavior, X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 unleashes the true potential of AMD Ryzen X3D processors.
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Sony Rumor Tips Horizon Steel Frontiers: New MMO Coming to Mobile and
It looks as though Sony is planning a new MMO set in the Horizon universe, according to a video recently revealed by The Verge. The video in question is 10 minutes long, showing off a mix of gameplay and cinematic footage interspersed between developer interviews. The game, which will apparently be called Horizon Steel Frontiers, looks to be launching for PC, iOS, and Android and is being developed by Sony and NCSoft. Curiously, there is no mention of a PS5 launch in the marketing materials cited by The Verge, and the material also makes no mention of a release date or price.
The pre-alpha gameplay footage shows players working together to face off against and tame the giant mechanical beasts from the Horizon universe, as well as harvesting resources from the defeated enemies. The video gives us a glimpse at a variety of environments and biomes that will be part of Steel Frontiers, including dilapidated, overgrown buildings, underground caves and labyrinths, an apparent desert area, beaches, lush forests, and at least one hub area. The environment is, however, inspired by Arizona and New Mexico, so it might be fair to expect a little more desert shrubbery than forest canopy. In terms of gameplay, combat will feature a mix of powerful melee encounters, ranged attacks, and a decent amount of mobility and traversal. There also seems to be an emphasis on tactics, with traps and more nuanced approaches seemingly required for some of the more powerful monsters.
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Valve Waiting 50%+ Performance Uplift For Steam Deck 2
Almost immediately after Valve launched the Steam Deck, fans were already starting to ponder what the next version of the gaming handheld would look like. Now, following the launch of the Valve Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and the new Steam Controller, Valve has confirmed that there will still be a considerable wait for the next-gen gaming handheld. In an interview with IGN, Valve engineer, Pierre-Loup Griffais, commented that the company has "a pretty good idea of what the next version of Steam Deck is going to be," but that current-gen hardware doesn't yet meet Valve's expectations when it comes to battery life or efficiency. This is in keeping with Valve's previous statements regarding a Steam Deck 2—in 2023, Valve designer Lawrence Yang and Griffais himself said that the Steam Deck 2 would not launch for "a few years," again citing a lack of meaningful CPU and GPU performance improvements.
As it turns out, the hang-up for the Steam Deck 2 is battery life, not so much performance, with Griffais saying "We're not interested in getting to a point where it's 20 or 30 or even 50% more performance at the same battery life. We want something a little bit more demarcated than that." As we've seen with recent devices like the OneXPlayer OneXFly Apex, it is possible to achieve desktop RTX 4060-tier performance in a handheld form factor, but even optimistic manufacturer-supplied battery life estimates on those devices are not particularly impressive. On the other hand, Valve's current-gen Steam Deck boasts impressive efficiency. Even if it doesn't deliver high-resolution AAA gaming performance, the Steam Deck manages to deliver halfway decent gaming performance, even at just 15 W TDP.
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(PR) MSI Gives Away Anno 117: Pax Romana with Select Products
MSI joins forces with Ubisoft to bring gamers an epic deal! From November 13 to December 13, 2025, purchase a selected MSI motherboard, chassis, liquid cooler, or power supply and receive a free PC game key for Anno 117: Pax Romana.
Power up and start building your empire today with MSI!
MSI's MEG, MPG, and MAG series are more than names—they're the key to building your dream PC. MSI offers a wide range of products to meet different users' needs, and each lineup guides builders across motherboards, chassis, liquid coolers, and power supplies, while maintaining consistent styles and performance tiers.
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ASUSTOR Introduces Drivestor Gen 2 AS1202T and AS1204T Entry-Level NAS
ASUSTOR has introduced two new entry-level NAS models, the AS1202T (two 3.5-inch SATA III drive bays) and AS1204T (four 3.5-inch SATA III bays) designed for personal and home storage. Both units are powered by a Realtek RTD1619B quad-core 1.7 GHz processor with 1 GB of DDR4 memory (non-upgradeable). A built-in 2.5 GbE port provides transfer speeds up to 266 MB/s read and 160 MB/s write (RAID 5). The AS12 series supports H.264 and AV1 hardware decoding and smooth 4K @60 FPS playback via ASUSTOR's LooksGood app. The front panel includes power, system status, network, and HDD LED indicators, while power and reset buttons are placed on the back. Both models feature three USB 5 Gbps ports (one front, two rear) for backups and peripheral connections. Drives can be installed tool-free, and the system supports RAID 0/1/5/6/10, Single, and JBOD configurations, along with a hardware encryption engine and easy system migration.
Backup and sync include DataSync Center and Cloud Backup Center, allowing users to set up hybrid and cloud-based protection under the 3-2-1 backup principle. The ASUSTOR AS1202T supports up to 60 TB, while the AS1204T can have a maximum storage capacity of 120 TB. Both models include Wake-on-LAN and Remote Wake-on-WAN. The Drivestor 2 Gen 2 (AS1202T) measures 165 × 102 × 218 mm, weighs 1.16 kg, and uses a 65 W power adapter, drawing 11.2 W during operation and 6.95 W in disk hibernation. The AS1204T measures 165 × 164 × 218 mm, weighs 1.60 kg, and includes a 90 W power adapter, with power consumption rated at 21.4 W active and 8.65 W in hibernation. Pricing and retail availability have not yet been announced.
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Backbone Launches Pro Xbox Edition Mobile Controller
Backbone has launched the Backbone Pro Xbox Edition, a next-generation controller redesigned from the ground up for gaming across phones, PCs, tablets, smart TVs, and even VR headsets. The Pro model features dual connection modes: a low-latency USB-C wired mode for handheld play and a Bluetooth Low Energy wireless mode offering up to 40 hours of battery life. Weighing just 199 g, it comes with full-size ALPS thumbsticks, Hall Effect triggers, two rear buttons, and laser-etched grips for better control and comfort. The controller works with the Backbone App, which brings together Xbox Cloud Gaming, Xbox Remote Play, Apple Arcade, Steam Link, PlayStation Remote Play, and other controller-compatible titles. The new FlowState feature lets players switch between devices (phone, PC, and TV) without re-pairing.
Compared to the Backbone One, released earlier this year, the Pro adds wireless connectivity, customizable inputs, and a more ergonomic design. Backbone says the Pro controller design went through over 9,000 part iterations and 30 user research studies, using a 3D camera system to track hand movements and analyze thousands of hours of gameplay to fine-tune comfort and control. Each unit includes one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, giving instant access to cloud titles like Forza Horizon 5 and Minecraft. The Backbone Pro Xbox Edition is available now for $179.99 USD from Backbone.com, Xbox.com, and Amazon, with Best Buy availability in the US starting November 30.
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