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Nanya Announces $10.7B Investment in Fab5A, Aims for 10 nm-Class EUV DRAM
Published: August 6, 2026 18:04
Nanya Technology Board of Directors announced on August 5 that the company has launched its largest investment program, committing up to NT$346.6 billion (around $10.7 billion) to its Fab5A facility through 2026-2029. The project covers 10 nm-class…
Arctic Announces U.S. Price Rollback Program Following Import Tariffs Repeal
Published: August 6, 2026 13:14
Arctic has announced "The Arctic Promise," a comprehensive price rollback program across its U.S. direct-to-consumer sales channels, in other words, purchases made directly through Arctic on its online store. This initiative follows the company's recent…
NVIDIA Neural Texture Compression Now Runs on RTX Spark
https://www.techpowerup.com/351402/nvidia-neural-texture-compression-now-runs-on-rtx-spark
Published: August 6, 2026 12:25
NVIDIA has officially brought its RTX Neural Texture Compression (NTC) technology to Windows-on-Arm, gearing up for a general release on its RTX Spark PC platform. First demonstrated at GTC 2026 in May, NVIDIA showcased how NTC can significantly reduce GPU…
(PR) ASUS DisplayWidget Center Update Introduces AI Agent-Ready Controls
Published: August 6, 2026 12:00
ASUS today announced a major update to the ASUS DisplayWidget Center monitor management software, providing users with a more intuitive way to control compatible ASUS and ROG displays. This latest release adds AI-based automation, deeper personalization…
(PR) Jsaux Gaming Announces Voidjoy Controller-Focused Sub-Brand
https://www.techpowerup.com/351409/jsaux-gaming-announces-voidjoy-controller-focused-sub-brand
Published: August 6, 2026 11:23
JSAUX GAMING today announced Voidjoy, a new JSAUX sub-brand focused on gaming controllers and controller accessories. The announcement marks JSAUX GAMING's move into a dedicated controller category in its tenth year. Voidjoy will be showcased at IFA 2026…
(PR) Synology Introduces DiskStation neo+ Series Lineup
https://www.techpowerup.com/351408/synology-introduces-diskstation-neo-series-lineup
Published: August 6, 2026 11:10
Synology today launched the DiskStation neo+ Series, comprising the DS1825neo+, DS1525neo+, DS925neo+, and DS725neo+. This new lineup introduces a more accessible memory configuration, allowing customers to easily balance performance and budget…
(PR) AGON by AOC Unveils CQ32G4ZA 31.5-inch Curved Gaming Monitor with Triple Refresh Rate
Published: August 6, 2026 10:13
AGON by AOC, the world's leading gaming monitor brand, is expanding its G4 gaming line-up with the AOC GAMING CQ32G4ZA. The 31.5-inch (80 cm) curved display combines a 1500R Fast VA panel with Triple Refresh Rate technology, response times of 0.3 ms MPRT…
(PR) Cherry Expand Its Security Portfolio with the Smart Board 1150 and Smart Terminal ST-1150
Published: August 6, 2026 10:00
CHERRY is expanding its security portfolio with the Smart Board 1150 and the Smart Terminal ST-1150. As the successors to the CHERRY KC 1000 SC and the Smart Terminal ST-1144, both models are based on a completely new, proprietary electronics and firmware…
(PR) Sharkoon Launches the Rebel P20 Gen 2 ATX 3.1 Power Supply
https://www.techpowerup.com/351403/sharkoon-launches-the-rebel-p20-gen-2-atx-3-1-power-supply
Published: August 6, 2026 09:51
The Rebel P20 Gen 2 from Sharkoon delivers a powerful and reliable power supply solution for modern gaming and high-performance systems. With ATX 3.1 compatibility, Cybenetics Gold certification, and fully modular cable management, the power supply ensures…
TSMC Sits on $1 Billion of Apple Chips as It Waits for DRAM
https://www.techpowerup.com/351401/tsmc-sits-on-usd-1-billion-of-apple-chips-as-it-waits-for-dram
Published: August 6, 2026 09:14
TSMC reportedly has a large stockpile of Apple chips as the company waits for DRAM delivery from Apple's suppliers to integrate into a complete package. Using Integrated Fan-Out Package on Package (InFO-PoP), TSMC is developing a 3D wafer-level fan-out…
(PR) Silicon Motion Unveils MonTitan SSD Reference Design Kit at FMS 2026
Published: August 5, 2026 22:38
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices, today unveiled its new MonTitan SSD Reference Design Kit (RDK), featuring the company's…
(PR) Sandisk Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2026 Financial Results
https://www.techpowerup.com/351395/sandisk-reports-fiscal-fourth-quarter-2026-financial-results
Published: August 5, 2026 20:29
Sandisk Corporation (Nasdaq: SNDK) today reported fiscal fourth quarter financial results. "We closed fiscal 2026 with a leading technology portfolio, established datacenter as a key growth pillar, and deepened our customer partnerships," said David…
(PR) WD Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results
Published: August 5, 2026 20:15
Western Digital Corporation (Nasdaq: WDC) today reported fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 financial results for the period ended July 3, 2026. "WD concluded fiscal year 2026 with strong performance. In our fiscal fourth quarter, revenue…
(PR) ESS Technology Unveils the SABRE ES9292PRO Audio Codec
https://www.techpowerup.com/351393/ess-technology-unveils-the-sabre-es9292pro-audio-codec
Published: August 5, 2026 19:55
ESS Technology, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance audio semiconductors, today announced the ES9292PRO, a fully integrated audio SMART CODEC designed for applications that demand the highest levels of signal fidelity. The SABRE ES9292PRO builds…
Apple Scrambles for DRAM, CXMT Reportedly Rejects Negotiations
https://www.techpowerup.com/351391/apple-scrambles-for-dram-cxmt-reportedly-rejects-negotiations
Published: August 5, 2026 18:58
Apple is one of the largest supply chain operators in the world, maintaining a vast network of suppliers and manufacturing capacity. However, even a company of its stature is struggling amid the current DRAM shortage. According to Tim Culpan's Culpium…
Electronic Arts, the World's Largest Game Studio, Officially Goes Private
Published: August 5, 2026 18:18
Electronic Arts is officially back to private ownership after nearly 36 years in the public markets. If readers recall, in September 2025, EA announced that the company would be going private again under a consortium managed by PIF, Silver Lake, and…
Huawei MateBook Pro Arrives with Kirin X90 Plus SoC and $1,480 Price Tag
Published: August 5, 2026 17:57
Huawei has just unveiled its latest MateBook Pro laptop, featuring a homegrown processor, operating system, and a fully integrated experience. Priced at 9,999 RMB for the base model with 24 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD, this equates to about $1,480. The…
(PR) NEO Semiconductor Launches NEO.AI Memory Platform
https://www.techpowerup.com/351383/neo-semiconductor-launches-neo-ai-memory-platform
Published: August 5, 2026 14:41
NEO Semiconductor, a leading innovator in advanced AI and memory technologies, today announced the launch of NEO.AI, its next-generation AI memory platform designed to solve the two most significant memory bottlenecks limiting future artificial…
Microsoft Is Quietly Deleting 32 GB RAM Recommendation for Windows 11
Published: August 5, 2026 14:19
Microsoft is retroactively removing documentation from its website and materials that mention 32 GB of RAM as a recommendation for new PC builds or purchases. Instead, the company is now emphasizing 8 GB devices that are optimized to run Windows 11…
(PR) Corsair Welcomes Trak Racer to the Fanatec Family
https://www.techpowerup.com/351382/corsair-welcomes-trak-racer-to-the-fanatec-family
Published: August 5, 2026 13:27
Corsair, a leading global maker of high-performance gear for gamers, streamers, content creators, PC builders and sim racing enthusiasts, today announced it has acquired the assets of Trak Racer, a global designer and manufacturer of sim racing and flight…
(PR) Corsair Expands Its Everyday Gaming Lineup with Versatile Keyboards and an Ergonomic Wireless Mouse
Published: August 5, 2026 13:25
Corsair, a leading global developer and manufacturer of high-performance gear and technology for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today announced three new additions to its everyday gaming lineup, the Skiff 100 PLUS Gaming Keyboard, the Skiff…
Samsung Continues DRAM Market Share Lead, Micron Is Catching Up, Notes Report
Published: August 5, 2026 12:39
According to Counterpoint Research's Global Memory Tracker update for the second quarter of 2026, memory manufacturers are adjusting their share of the global DRAM revenue. The report highlights that South Korean memory makers remain dominant, with 65% of…
(PR) Chieftec Announces Iceberg PRO Series All-in-One Liquid CPU Coolers
Published: August 5, 2026 08:41
Chieftec is excited to introduce the Iceberg PRO Series, our new flagship 360 mm all-in-one CPU liquid cooler, available in both ARGB and Black editions. Unlike conventional AIO coolers, the Iceberg PRO features an integrated centrifugal VRM fan that…
(PR) Silicon Motion Showcases Next-Generation Storage Solutions for Agentic AI Applications at FMS 2026
Published: August 5, 2026 08:33
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation ("Silicon Motion"), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices, today announced it will showcase its latest storage innovations for AI Factory, Edge AI, and…
(PR) AMD Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
https://www.techpowerup.com/351370/amd-reports-second-quarter-2026-financial-results
Published: August 4, 2026 23:51
AMD (NASDAQ:AMD) today announced financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Second quarter revenue was $11.5 billion, gross margin was 54%, operating income was $2.0 billion, net income was $2.3 billion and diluted earnings per share was $1.38. On a…
(PR) Samsung Unveils Next-Gen 3D-Memory Vision at FMS 2026
https://www.techpowerup.com/351366/samsung-unveils-next-gen-3d-memory-vision-at-fms-2026
Published: August 4, 2026 20:24
Samsung Electronics a global leader in advanced memory technology, today showcased its latest AI memory innovations at Future of Memory and Storage (FMS) 2026 in Santa Clara, California. With broad expertise spanning DRAM, NAND, enterprise storage and…
OpenMouse: Open-Source Mouse Control Panel Announced With Logitech HITS Support Incoming
Published: August 4, 2026 18:33
OpenMouse is a new hardware-agnostic, open-source, browser-based control panel for gaming mice that aims to support a host of gaming mice that would otherwise require installing software in order to change things like basic button mapping and sensor or MCU…
GIGABYTE Reportedly Hikes GPU Pricing by Up to 40% in Japan
https://www.techpowerup.com/351362/gigabyte-reportedly-hikes-gpu-pricing-by-up-to-40-in-japan
Published: August 4, 2026 18:31
GIGABYTE is reportedly implementing a round of GPU price hikes ranging from 20% to 40%, depending on the model. According to Japanese hardware distributor CFD-BIZ, these price increases have been officially in effect since August 1st. While the specific…
EU Pressures Apple Into Universal Clipboard for Compatibility With Windows
Published: August 4, 2026 16:30
Apple is once again complying with the rules of the European Union, as the company is now developing a universal copy and paste system to transfer text directly from an iPhone to a Windows-based PC. Under the EU Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple is required…
(PR) Marvell Introduces Bravera SC6 SSD Controller for PCIe Gen 6 NVMe SSDs
Published: August 4, 2026 15:33
As PCIe Gen 6 storage becomes increasingly important for AI infrastructure, cloud platforms, enterprise databases, and hyperscale data centers, SSD controllers must deliver significantly more than raw bandwidth. They need intelligent flash management,…
(PR) Kioxia and Sandisk Unveil 10th-Gen 332-Layer QLC NAND with 4.8 Gb/s Interface Speeds
Published: August 4, 2026 13:38
Kioxia Corporation, a subsidiary of Kioxia Holdings Corporation (TOKYO: 285A) and Sandisk Corporation (Nasdaq: SNDK) today unveiled their next-generation Quad-Level-Cell (QLC) 3D flash memory technology, which delivers up to 60% increase in bit density…
(PR) HighPoint Launches Rocket 7602L Bootable Dual-Port PCIe Gen 5 M.2 Add-In-Card
Published: August 4, 2026 13:18
HighPoint Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of high-speed, high-density PCIe storage and connectivity solutions, has launched the newest member of their comprehensive NVMe RAID Product Family, the Rocket 7602L, a Dual M.2 PCIe Gen 5 x16 Low-Profile…
(PR) Nothing Announces the CMF Clip Pro Open-ear Earbuds
https://www.techpowerup.com/351352/nothing-announces-the-cmf-clip-pro-open-ear-earbuds
Published: August 4, 2026 13:18
Designed to deliver a listening experience that feels as natural as it sounds. Built for people who move through busy cities, long workdays and active lifestyles, Clip Pro combines an ergonomic open-ear design with immersive sound, intelligent calling…
CXMT Enters LPDDR6 Risk Production with 12.8 Gbps Memory Chips
https://www.techpowerup.com/351350/cxmt-enters-lpddr6-risk-production-with-12-8-gbps-memory-chips
Published: August 4, 2026 12:59
We have seen numerous reports about Chinese memory giant CXMT and its production. The company has now reportedly entered risk production of the latest LPDDR6 memory, reaching parity with Samsung, SK hynix, and Micron in both manufacturing and technological…
(PR) Microchip Partners with Micron to Showcase High-Performance PCIe Gen 6 Storage Architecture
Published: August 4, 2026 12:57
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) today announced a demonstration showcasing an end‑to‑end PCIe Gen 6 storage architecture, combining Microchip's Switchtec PCIe Gen 6 switches with high-performance Micron 9650 NVMe solid state drives (SSDs). The…
(PR) NVM Express Publishes Set of NVMe Specifications Enhancing Security, Manageability and Sustainability
Published: August 4, 2026 12:48
NVM Express, Inc. today announced the release of all 11 of the NVM Express (NVMe) specifications, incorporating new features and engineering change notices (ECNs). These updates represent the next step in the evolution of NVMe technology, with security,…
Lekuo Launches B650 Chipset Add-in Card for I/O Expansion
https://www.techpowerup.com/351347/lekuo-launches-b650-chipset-add-in-card-for-i-o-expansion
Published: August 4, 2026 10:52
Lekuo, an add-in card manufacturer that produces just about any add-in card you can think of, has released what they call the SouthBridge Max PCIe 4.0 Multi-Function Expansion Card or PB65MX3. We found out about this courtesy of TPU forum member…
(PR) Akko Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New European Products and IFA 2026 Showcase
Published: August 4, 2026 09:51
Ten years ago, Akko believed that great peripherals should be more than tools. They should connect productivity, creativity, and personal expression. Over the past decade, desktop life has evolved. As work, gaming, creation, and entertainment increasingly…
Nextorage Releases NX-F2AE V90 SDXC UHS-II Memory Cards
https://www.techpowerup.com/351345/nextorage-releases-nx-f2ae-v90-sdxc-uhs-ii-memory-cards
Published: August 4, 2026 09:49
Nextorage Japan announced the NX-F2AE series of SDXC UHS-II memory cards for professional video creators and high-res, high-bitrate recording. The new memory cards meet Video Speed Class V90 specifications, offering a minimum sustained write speed of 90…
Memory Makers Seal 2027 Deals: No Room for New Buyers
https://www.techpowerup.com/351344/memory-makers-seal-2027-deals-no-room-for-new-buyers
Published: August 4, 2026 09:04
According to DigiTimes, industry insiders are now claiming that the entire memory production capacity for 2027 has been fully booked, well ahead of the schedule the industry expected. All of the big three memory makers—Samsung, SK hynix, and Micron—have…
(PR) Gigabyte Brings Flagship Power to Enthusiast PC Builds and Local AI with AORUS P1600W
Published: August 4, 2026 08:50
Following its unveiling at COMPUTEX 2026, GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, today officially launched the AORUS P1600W 80+ Titanium Modular PCIe 5.1 AI TOP, a flagship power supply engineered for enthusiast PC builds and local AI systems.…
(PR) Club3D Launches First Fully-passive 9m-long USB4 Cable
https://www.techpowerup.com/351342/club3d-launches-first-fully-passive-9m-long-usb4-cable
Published: August 4, 2026 08:49
Club 3D, a Dutch technology innovator specializing in advanced computer connectivity solutions since 1997, released their newest products for August. Introducing the CAC-2509 the first fully passive 9 m USB4 cable, delivering full-featured 20 Gbps…
(PR) Sharkoon Launches PureWriter W100 Keyboard
https://www.techpowerup.com/351341/sharkoon-launches-purewriter-w100-keyboard
Published: August 4, 2026 08:46
Typing is more than just input - it is feel, rhythm, and precision. This is exactly where the PureWriter W100 comes in, combining the characteristic typing feel of the PureWriter series with modern gaming features and flexible connectivity. As a dual-mode…
(PR) MSI Launches "DRACO EPIC EDITION" Hardware and Peripherals Suite for 40th Anniversary
Published: August 4, 2026 08:26
At COMPUTEX 2026, MSI unveiled an exclusive product lineup to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Inspired by Draco—the legendary dragon who guarded the golden apples to become the North Star—the design embodies enduring power and a commanding presence. The…
ASUS, GIGABYTE, and MSI to Raise Motherboard Prices in Q3
https://www.techpowerup.com/351339/asus-gigabyte-and-msi-to-raise-motherboard-prices-in-q3
Published: August 4, 2026 07:32
Motherboard manufacturers are currently facing a challenging situation where declining sales are impacting their revenue, and rising component costs are eroding their margins. According to the latest update from Board Partners, major motherboard…
(PR) Silicon Labs Unveils BG2B, its Lowest-Power Bluetooth LE SoC
https://www.techpowerup.com/351336/silicon-labs-unveils-bg2b-its-lowest-power-bluetooth-le-soc
Published: August 4, 2026 06:53
Silicon Labs, the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, today announced the BG2B, its next Series 2Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) wireless SoC designed to help developers build smaller, more secure, and longer-lasting battery-powered IoT devices…
(PR) Sandisk and SK hynix Advance Global Standardization of High Bandwidth Flash with Release of First OCP Technical Specification
Published: August 4, 2026 01:46
Sandisk Corporation and SK hynix Inc. today announced the release of the HBF (High Bandwidth Flash) technical specification through the Open Compute Project (OCP), advancing the workstream to drive HBF standardization for the AI inference era, just six…
(PR) Stormcraft PC Launches Valkyrie Series Gaming Desktops
https://www.techpowerup.com/351330/stormcraft-pc-launches-valkyrie-series-gaming-desktops
Published: August 3, 2026 19:57
Stormcraft PC, a California gaming PC brand founded by gamers and engineers, today announced the launch and multi-channel availability of new Valkyrie Series gaming desktops through Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg and the official Stormcraft PC webstore. The…
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Faces 30% Price Increase in South Korea
Published: August 3, 2026 18:47
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 series is rumored to see a price increase of about 20-30%, depending on the model, due to rapidly rising costs of GDDR7 memory from NVIDIA's VRAM suppliers. According to ZDNet Korea, South Korean importers and distributors have…
Lenovo Googlebook 15 Renders Appear Months Ahead of Launch
https://www.techpowerup.com/351328/lenovo-googlebook-15-renders-appear-months-ahead-of-launch
Published: August 3, 2026 18:27
In mid-May, Google announced that it is working on bringing its new Googlebook devices to the masses, with a promise to introduce a new operating system featuring integrated Gemini AI across the board. As the company collaborates with multiple OEMs,…
TSMC Targets 100,000 N2 Wafers per Month by the End of 2026
https://www.techpowerup.com/351326/tsmc-targets-100-000-n2-wafers-per-month-by-the-end-of-2026
Published: August 3, 2026 17:12
If readers recall, a few days ago we reported that TSMC has achieved a milestone of about 20,000 wafers per month on the company's latest 2 nm N2 node. However, the company is now rapidly scaling its high-volume manufacturing, aiming to produce about…
Pwnage Releases Vanta Gaming Mouse With Mechanically Adjustable Click Geometry
Published: August 3, 2026 16:26
Following months of anticipation, Pwnage has finally unveiled Vanta, a lightweight wireless gaming mouse that introduces what the company describes as the world's first mechanically adjustable click geometry. In a detailed video, Pwnage explained that…
Microsoft Denies New Tracking Service in Windows 11
https://www.techpowerup.com/351323/microsoft-denies-new-tracking-service-in-windows-11
Published: August 3, 2026 16:22
Over the weekend, social media drama took a turn when the community accused Microsoft of running a new background tracking service on Windows 11. However, the company officially denies this. The whole event started on July 31st when a user on X noticed a…
ASUS ROG Quietly Launches 10 Gbps Ethernet USB Dongle
https://www.techpowerup.com/351321/asus-rog-quietly-launches-10-gbps-ethernet-usb-dongle
Published: August 3, 2026 15:20
If you've been looking at adding faster networking at home, but either don't have a spare PCIe slot in your PC or need it on a laptop, then ASUS ROG might just have launched what you've been waiting for. Its new ROG USB-C10G USB dongle brings 10 Gbps…
(PR) MSI Announces Availability of Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition Gaming Laptop
Published: August 3, 2026 15:00
MSI today announced the global availability of the Crosshair A16 HX MLG Edition, a distinctive white gaming laptop created for players who want powerful performance, immersive visuals, and a bold design identity. The new edition introduces global gamers to…
(PR) GameSir Launches Tarantula 8K PC Wired Esports Controller with 8000Hz Polling Rate and Gen-2 TMR Sticks
Published: August 3, 2026 14:56
GameSir, a global gaming peripheral brand renowned for combining high-performance engineering with innovative gaming technology, today announces the launch of the GameSir Tarantula 8K PC, a purpose-built wired esports controller designed for players…
While Everyone's Chasing AI Coding Agents, This IDE Is $30 for Life
Published: August 3, 2026 14:52
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google all pushed major updates to their coding models, Cursor just crossed $1 billion in annual recurring revenue, and developers are embracing AI at an increasing rate. Underneath all the hype, most of that code still gets written…
(PR) Kioxia Announces GP1 Series Super High IOPS SSDs for AI Applications
Published: August 3, 2026 14:47
KIOXIA America, Inc. today announced the KIOXIA GP1 Series PCIe 6.0 NVMe SSD, the first product in its KIOXIA GP Series of Super High IOPS SSDs optimized for GPU direct access. Building on the KIOXIA GP Series technology introduced earlier this year, the…
(PR) TCL Unveils the TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER
https://www.techpowerup.com/351316/tcl-unveils-the-tab-a1-plus-nxtpaper
Published: August 3, 2026 14:32
TCL, one of the world's best-selling consumer electronics brands, today announced the U.S. availability of the TCL TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER, a large-format tablet that combines a 12.2-inch 2.4K resolution display, intuitive software and AI-powered productivity…
Xbox Disc to Digital Arrives This Month for Xbox One and Series X
https://www.techpowerup.com/351312/xbox-disc-to-digital-arrives-this-month-for-xbox-one-and-series-x
Published: August 3, 2026 12:13
Microsoft's internal roadmap for the Disc to Digital feature has been leaked, revealing that the feature will be generally available this month. According to the roadmap, an insider beta of the Disc to Digital feature has been available since July, with…
(PR) Kioxia to Showcase CXL Compatible Memory Expansion Module KIOXIA XL1 Series for AI Workloads
Published: August 3, 2026 10:48
Kioxia Corporation, a world leader in memory solutions, today announced that it will exhibit the KIOXIA XL1 series, a Compute Express Link (CXL) compatible memory expansion module, at the Kioxia booth at FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage, taking place…
CXMT Reportedly Plans Second Fab in Beijing to Boost DRAM Output
https://www.techpowerup.com/351308/cxmt-reportedly-plans-second-fab-in-beijing-to-boost-dram-output
Published: August 3, 2026 09:45
Chinese memory maker CXMT is planning a second DRAM fab in Beijing amid high demand for its memory products. According to Reuters, the Chinese memory giant is considering building this second fab and is already in talks to secure funding for the project.…
Lexar Lists 32 GB DDR5-7200 Memory With Chinese DRAM at $592
https://www.techpowerup.com/351307/lexar-lists-32-gb-ddr5-7200-memory-with-chinese-dram-at-usd-592
Published: August 3, 2026 09:01
Lexar has introduced a new THOR RGB DDR5 Gen 2 32 GB memory kit, consisting of two 16 GB DDR5 modules, specifically for the Chinese market. The kit features DDR5 memory running at 7,200 MT/s, with the actual DDR5 modules produced by an unidentified Chinese…
AMD RDNA 5 Patches for DCN6 Display Engine Arrive in Linux Kernel
https://www.techpowerup.com/351306/amd-rdna-5-patches-for-dcn6-display-engine-arrive-in-linux-kernel
Published: August 3, 2026 08:29
AMD has released the latest set of patches for its RDNA 5 GPU IP, initiating the enablement of the Display Core Next (DCN) 6 display engine. Although the launch of AMD's next-generation RDNA 5 graphics cards is still a few months away, Linux support is…
(PR) MSI Unveils the PRO MAX OLED 271UPJW12: The World's First 27-Inch 4K 120Hz IJP OLED Monitor
Published: August 3, 2026 07:39
MSI, a global leader in high-performance computing, has officially announced the PRO MAX OLED 271UPJW12, marking a new era in visual technology as the world's first 27-inch 4K 120 Hz Inkjet-printed (IJP) OLED display. Designed as the ultimate display, it…
AMD "Zen 6" to Improve 1% Lows and In-Game Stuttering
https://www.techpowerup.com/351297/amd-zen-6-to-improve-1-lows-and-in-game-stuttering
Published: August 3, 2026 05:15
AMD's latest "Zen 6" microarchitecture was unveiled at the Advancing AI event in a server format. However, we still anticipate a consumer version in the coming months, which might surprise gamers. According to 1usmus, the creator of the HYDRA OC tool, who…
Microsoft Raises Xbox Prices by Up to 43% in Europe and UK
https://www.techpowerup.com/351296/microsoft-raises-xbox-prices-by-up-to-43-in-europe-and-uk
Published: August 3, 2026 05:00
Microsoft is significantly increasing the prices of its Xbox gaming consoles starting August 1st across the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom. We were aware that the pricing strategy for the United States market involves an increase of up to…
This Week in Gaming (Week 32)
https://www.techpowerup.com/351294/this-week-in-gaming-week-32
Published: August 2, 2026 10:29
Welcome to the month of August and it brings with it a somewhat more regular scheduling of new game releases. This week's major release is an ARPG set in a Sci-Fi/fantasy universe that blends martial arts, dogs and robots. The regular releases this week…
Microsoft Promises Better Windows 11 Memory Efficiency
https://www.techpowerup.com/351281/microsoft-promises-better-windows-11-memory-efficiency
Published: July 31, 2026 23:22
Following large-scale dissatisfaction with the overall Windows experience, Microsoft in March 2026 issued a statement explaining that it would be working to deliver "smoother navigation and more reliable performance for everyday tasks." Now, over four…
Epomaker Launches $65 TH65 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
https://www.techpowerup.com/351280/epomaker-launches-usd-65-th65-wireless-mechanical-keyboard
Published: July 31, 2026 22:45
Epomaker is known for its affordable mechanical keyboards, and it has just announced the latest wireless mechanical keyboard in its lineup. The Epomaker TH65 is a 65% wireless mechanical keyboard that falls squarely in the budget category, with a starting…
New Fallout Game in Early Development at "RPG Specialist" inXile Entertainment
Published: July 31, 2026 21:27
It was recently revealed that Xbox would be leaning into inter-studio collaborations to increase output and efficiency at its in-house game studios, and this seems to be the case now. In a recent podcast, Windows Central journalist and notable industry…
(PR) Konkr Pocket Advance Retro Handheld Officially Unveiled
https://www.techpowerup.com/351277/konkr-pocket-advance-retro-handheld-officially-unveiled
Published: July 31, 2026 20:09
On July 31, AYANEO CEO Arthur brought an exciting live-streaming sharing session to players, where the real machine of KONKR's brand-new retro handheld masterpiece, the KONKR Pocket Advance, was officially unveiled. As a sub-brand of AYANEO dedicated to…
Steam Deck LCD Battery Spares Return to iFixit With Steep Price Hike
Published: July 31, 2026 18:00
We previously reported that iFixit may have been discontinuing Steam Deck LCD battery replacement parts, after which iFixit CEO, Kyle Wiens, issued a formal response indicating that the replacement batteries would be back in stock soon. This has since come…
Intel's EMIB-T to Rival TSMC's CoWoS with 50% Cost Advantage, Volume Production in 2027
Published: July 31, 2026 17:51
Intel's push for advanced packaging is reportedly attracting significant attention from external customers to Intel Foundry. However, the company's latest packaging will only begin mass production next year. Intel's Embedded Multi-die Interconnect Bridge…
Keychron Teases Fingertip Mouse Concept Based on G6 HE
https://www.techpowerup.com/351266/keychron-teases-fingertip-mouse-concept-based-on-g6-he
Published: July 31, 2026 16:21
Keychron has been on a roll expanding its gaming mouse and peripheral line-up, recently announcing both the pre-sale of the Nape Pro trackball and the imminent launch of the G6 HE gaming mouse with magnetic switch tech and swappable batteries. Now, the…
(PR) Razer Acquires StreamElements Assets to Expand Content Creator Ecosystem
Published: July 31, 2026 16:12
Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced that it has acquired the assets of StreamElements, the largest cloud-based platform for live streamers, from Live Momentum Ltd, the former holding company of the StreamElements business.…
(PR) Pirate-themed City Builder Corsair Cove is Out Now
https://www.techpowerup.com/351271/pirate-themed-city-builder-corsair-cove-is-out-now
Published: July 31, 2026 15:33
Hooded Horse and Limbic Entertainment are pleased to share that their highly-anticipated pirate city builder, Corsair Cove, is available now on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and the Microsoft Store. It is also available via PC Game Pass. The game has…
(PR) Targus Expands EcoSmart Portfolio with Wired Keyboard, Mouse, and Combo
Published: July 31, 2026 15:18
Targus, a global leader in laptop cases and mobile computing accessories, today announced the continued expansion of its EcoSmart collection with three new wired accessories designed to enhance everyday workspace productivity and performance: the Full-Size…
(PR) Akasa Advances 2U Rackmount Fanless Case Series with Kepler R
https://www.techpowerup.com/351269/akasa-advances-2u-rackmount-fanless-case-series-with-kepler-r
Published: July 31, 2026 15:12
Akasa, a leading provider of thermal solutions, has expanded its Kepler fanless case series with the Kepler R, a 2U rack-mountable fanless case for microATX and Mini-ITX motherboards. Building on the Kepler design, the Kepler R introduces a 120 W…
(PR) Montage Technology Enters Trial Production of CXL 3.2 MXC Chip Supporting 8000 MT/s DDR5
Published: July 31, 2026 15:07
Montage Technology today announced the industry's first trial production of its CXL 3.2 Memory eXpander Controller (MXC) chip, designed to address escalating demands for memory expansion and resource pooling in AI, cloud computing, and data center…
(PR) Lian Li Introduces the Uni Fan SL Flex and CL Flex Fans
https://www.techpowerup.com/351267/lian-li-introduces-the-uni-fan-sl-flex-and-cl-flex-fans
Published: July 31, 2026 15:04
LIAN LI Industrial Co., Ltd., A leading manufacturer of chassis and PC accessories, introduces the Uni Fan SL Flex and Uni Fan CL Flex, the easiest entry into Lian Li's wireless ecosystem. Both fans connect to the new Flex Receiver, a compact controller…
(PR) XCENA Unveils MX1 Production Lineup to Accelerate Push Into Hyperscale AI Infrastructure
Published: July 31, 2026 14:35
XCENA, providing memory-centric computing solutions for AI infrastructure, today introduced MX1, its production memory lineup built to break through the capacity, utilization and data-movement now limiting AI inference at scale. The company is showcasing…
Sony Stocks Up on DRAM for PlayStation 5 Prior to GTA VI Launch
https://www.techpowerup.com/351264/sony-stocks-up-on-dram-for-playstation-5-prior-to-gta-vi-launch
Published: July 31, 2026 14:33
In its latest earnings call, Sony discussed its PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro consoles, noting that the company has secured enough DRAM to manufacture its consoles without being affected by the current memory crisis in the semiconductor industry.…
Yunzii Launches IF68 QMK/VIA Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
https://www.techpowerup.com/351257/yunzii-launches-if68-qmk-via-wireless-mechanical-keyboard
Published: July 31, 2026 10:29
Yunzii announced the availability of its latest mechanical keyboard, the Yunzii IF68 model which comes in a 65% format (326.5 x 116.9 x 44.2 mm) with tri-mode connectivity, QMK/VIA support, N-key rollover and a built-in programmable TFT display. The IF68…
(PR) ASUS Announces Prime AP304 PC Case
https://www.techpowerup.com/351256/asus-announces-prime-ap304-pc-case
Published: July 31, 2026 10:07
ASUS today announced the ASUS Prime AP304, a versatile panoramic ATX case designed to showcase system components with style. It features a patented slot vent with a three-sided ventilation structure to provide optimal cooling for the graphics card,…
AMD Reportedly Plans 10% GPU Price Hike in August
https://www.techpowerup.com/351255/amd-reportedly-plans-10-gpu-price-hike-in-august
Published: July 31, 2026 09:51
Late last month, reports indicated that AMD was preparing to increase the prices of its graphics cards by about 10% in July due to ongoing memory shortages. However, according to the latest update from Chinese Board Channels, AMD will implement at least a…
Apple Talks Memory Shortage and Evaluating More Suppliers
https://www.techpowerup.com/351254/apple-talks-memory-shortage-and-evaluating-more-suppliers
Published: July 31, 2026 08:53
Apple has reported record quarterly results for the second quarter, ending with $109.4 billion in revenue, highlighting the resilience of its business in recent months. The company is also one of the largest supply chain operators globally, manufacturing…
(PR) GIGABYTE Launches B550 X Series Socket AM4 Motherboards with Modern Connectivity
Published: July 31, 2026 06:57
GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions, today unveiled its highly anticipated AORUS B550 X Series motherboards. Engineered to be the most powerful refresh of the AM4 platform motherboard,…
Microsoft CEO Pressures Xbox for More Profitable Console Business in 2027
Published: July 31, 2026 02:24
In Microsoft's latest financial results from Q4 2026, the tech giant reported that Xbox content and services saw a 10% decline in revenue compared to the previous year, while Xbox hardware revenue declined by 13% YoY. This is no surprise, as Xbox CEO, Asha…
DrunkDeer Reveals Glacier X Gaming Mouse with Logitech G Pro-Inspired Shape
Published: July 30, 2026 23:02
DrunkDeer, a peripherals brand known for affordable Hall effect gaming keyboards that are often recommended as alternatives to premium brands like Wooting, revealed in late June that it is working on its first gaming mouse. After drip-feeding gamers specs…
The Elder Scrolls Spinoff in Development Alongside The Elder Scrolls VI
Published: July 30, 2026 22:30
Bethesda recently directly addressed some community concerns following aggressive Xbox Game Studio layoffs that appear to be affecting as much as 25% of the studio's staff. In the announcement, Bethesda confirmed that its main focus was The Elder Scrolls…
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Defies Souls-Like Tradition With Granular Difficulty Sliders
Published: July 30, 2026 21:07
Souls-like games have earned a reputation for their skills-based combat and for being particularly challenging, but as they have made it into the mainstream gaming scene, discussions have sprung up about the genre's accessibility. In a recent interview…
(PR) iBUYPOWER Expands Its Prebuilt and Custom Systems Lineup With PRO Workstations
Published: July 30, 2026 20:48
iBUYPOWER, a leading system integrator of high-performance gaming PCs, announced today a formal expansion of its lineup with the launch of iBUYPOWER PRO Workstations, a new line of prebuilt and custom systems designed to meet the technical demands of…
(PR) Apple Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results
https://www.techpowerup.com/351246/apple-reports-third-quarter-fiscal-2026-results
Published: July 30, 2026 20:38
Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2026 third quarter ended June 27, 2026. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $109.4 billion, up 16 percent year over year. Company gross margin was 50.1 percent, including a favorable impact of…
(PR) NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets Halo: Campaign Evolved and Eight New Games
https://www.techpowerup.com/351245/nvidia-geforce-now-gets-halo-campaign-evolved-and-eight-new-games
Published: July 30, 2026 20:37
Back to school means balancing assignments, deadlines and downtime. GeForce NOW makes it easy to have it all. With cloud gaming, everyday laptops used for class can also become GeForce RTX-powered gaming setups. When it's time to switch from studying to…
Seagate Roadmap Targets 50 TB HAMR Hard Drives in 2027
https://www.techpowerup.com/351243/seagate-roadmap-targets-50-tb-hamr-hard-drives-in-2027
Published: July 30, 2026 20:18
This Tuesday, Seagate presented its Q4 fiscal 2026 earnings report and during the presentation it offered some updated storage roadmap details. The company says that new 50 TB HAMR hard drives are planned for customer validation in 2027. The current Mozaic…
Keychron Nape Pro Wireless Trackball Launches at $89.99
https://www.techpowerup.com/351242/keychron-nape-pro-wireless-trackball-launches-at-usd-89-99
Published: July 30, 2026 20:02
Keychron unveiled the Nape Pro wireless trackpad at CES 2026, offering a fresh approach to the trackball that is meant to pair perfectly with Keychron's wireless mechanical keyboards, but the brand has been relatively quiet about the new product for a few…
Intel Arc G3-Powered OneXPlayer 3 Handheld Hits Retail at $1,699.99 MSRP
Published: July 30, 2026 19:30
OneXPlayer recently announced early bird launch pricing for the Intel Arc G3 Extreme-powered OneXPlayer 3, with the variant featuring 24 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage coming in at $1,400. Now, however, the OEM has officially announced the retail MSRP…
(PR) Stardock Releases Galactic Civilizations IV: Federations & Empires Expansion and v4.0 Update
Published: July 30, 2026 18:55
Stardock today released Galactic Civilizations IV: Federations & Empires, an expansion that replaces the series' single government track with four completely distinct forms of government. The base game gives players one way to govern. Federations & Empires…