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Release notes for AMD's chipset driver V6.03.19.217 released by Asus contain mentions of Ryzen 9000 platform management framework.

A deal aimed at professional users sees the Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K monitor drop 44% in price to $899.

AMD motherboard manufacturers have started releasing BIOS updates with the AGESA 1.2.0.b update, which protects against the LogoFAIL exploit that hijacks the UEFI boot image.

AMD and BlackBerry are collaborating on new real-time platforms powered by the AMD Kria K26 SOM and BlackBerry QNX that will "revolutionize next-generation robotics systems."

At a bit above $700, the Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Formula offers high-end hardware like 40 Gbps USB ports, hybrid cooling for the robust VRMs, flagship-class audio, a premium moonlight white appearance, and many DIY-friendly features.

Google says its own Axion processor is 30% faster than competitors.

Intel has announced that it will be the exclusive CPU launch partner for Star War Outlaws. Touted by Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment as the first-ever open-world Star Wars game," Intel partners have already started to bundle 14th Gen processor packing laptops with promotional codes for a free digital copy of the game.

At Embedded World 2024, Raspberry Pi's booth is bursting with new products to augment its range or Raspberry Pi compatible devices. New AI kits, screens and the official NVMe SSD add-on for the Raspberry Pi 5.

Samsung seems to be getting a sizable subsidy in exchange for its increased investment in US chipmaking.

Elon Musk says the next-generation Grok 3 model will require 100,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs to train. He also believes that artificial intelligence models will beat the smartest humans within the 2025-2026 time frame.

A hardware enthusiast shared photographs of an ROG Maximus XIII Hero that comes with four SO-DIMM slots. The rare Frankenboard may be an engineering design for testing and validation of SO-DIMMs.

Hyte's THICC Q60 is the best-performing 240mm AIO we've tested, and it's loaded with features like a large screen. But it's also extremely expensive and, as the name implies, it's very chunky, so it won't fit in every case that has room for a typical 240mm AIO.

Intel has announced new socketable LGA Intel Core Ultra CPUs designed specifically for edge computing applications. The processors will include integrated Arc graphics as well as NPUs for AI workloads.

Western Digital messaged partners to inform them of supply constraints and rising prices amidst tumultuous industry conditions. Prices could increase by 10% for HDDs, more for NAND.

At Vision 2024, Intel announced that its Lunar Lake processor, the company's next-gen laptop chip, provides 100+ TOPS of performance in AI workloads, with 45 of those TOPS coming from the NPU alone.

Intel wants to strategically launch its next-generation Arc 'Battlemage' GPUs ahead of the holiday season this fall. It's a crucial period for sales, and could tie in with new CPUs and platforms as well.

Beating its previous sale price, the Lenovo Legion Tower 5 gaming PC is now down to $1,299.

Acer's Predator Helios Neo 14 packs Intel's Core Ultra 9 185H and Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4070.

Kim Paulsson is using a Raspberry Pi RP2040 to power this custom wristwatch PCB that uses a ring of RGB LEDs to tell time.

Intel announced its new Gaudi 3 AI processors at its Vision 2024 event, claiming they offer up to 1.7X the training performance, 50% better inference, and 40% better efficiency than Nvidia's market leading H100 processors, but for significantly less money.

Microsoft is reportedly confident that the Snapdragon X Elite will outperform Apple's competing M3 silicon in its MacBook Air laptops. Microsoft is preparing several demos to show this, and will also put the new chip into some of its upcoming Surface devices.

IDC's latest report indicates that global PC shipments have recovered to pre-pandemic levels, with Q1 2024 sales showing higher volumes year over year.

The K2 will go toe to toe with Bambu Lab's X1 Carbon

DRAM makers expected to increase memory prices following April 3 earthquake near Taiwan.

Compression gloves have been commonly used by musicians and gamers among others, but an added heating element is introduced with Magma Glove.

Intel's top-tier Core i9-14900KF processor is on offer at Newegg for an all-time low price.

The U.S. Commerce Department halts CHIPS funding for R&D facilities.

Mike Tan is using a Pico to power this wireless scoreboard that uses individually addressable LED strips and a remote control to receive updates.

Seagate has listed the latest BarraCuda 530 PCIe 4.0 SSD on the company's website.

TSMC is set to expand its plans in Arizona and invest $65 billion in the manufacturing site.

Alienware's m18 R2 has solid performance, lots of repair and upgrade options, and a clicky keyboard.

Acer showcased the Shadow Knight RX 7800 XT at CES 2024, and released it in China, and the same card is also the RX 7800 XT Nitro in the U.S. and other parts of the world. It seems like a decent take on the GPU.

A uniquely ergonomic, portable All-In-One workstation PC was assembled by a YouTuber using Framework laptop parts.

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency's train control system has been reliant on a floppy disk-based computer system since 1998. It won't be replaced for at least another decade.

Many of Best Buy's Geek Squad employees have received an email regarding the 'work from home' initiative and their employment status.

The Alienware AW3423DWF gaming monitor is available today at Best Buy for its lowest price to date - $749 instead of its debut price of $899.

Local government of China's Shenzhen province launches a program to support development of software programs for HarmonyOS .

With Copilot, even neutral prompts such as "Jewish boss" output offensive images.

DeSalvo Systems latest Raspberry Pi case is for the flagship Raspberry Pi 5 and it uses CNC machined aerospace grade aluminum to keep your Pi 5 cool and looking great!

Razer has launched its 'biggest baddest' Blade 18 gaming laptop, featuring top-of-the-range mobile processors from Intel and Nvidia, as well as a strong supporting cast of memory, storage, display, and digital interfaces. Pricing goes up to $4,799.

As the release date for Windows 11 24H2 nears, the RTM version of Windows has blocked customization options, citing security and stability concerns.

Micronics introduces a compact, somewhat affordable SLS 3D printer with a focus on ease-of-use.

Alafia AI quietly releases a 128-core Ampere Altra-based Precision Medicine AI Platform for clinical research.

Clockwork Tea Party released a new limited edition thermal paste with relatively easy viscosity and high durability but mixed osmanthus fragrance.

Phillip Tennen, the developer of the open-source axleOS project, has made a functioning IRC client within UEFI.

NASA announced successful diagnostics of the Voyager 1 probe and expressed confidence that it can be fixed in the coming months.

MSI has launched the GeForce RTX 4090D 24G Ventus 3X for the Chinese market.

David from Element 14 is using a Raspberry Pi to power one of the biggest magic mirrors we've ever seen. The unit also doubles as a retro gaming console.