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GravaStar’s Mercury Edge Headsets Bring Spatial Audio and Wireless Options
GravaStar’s Mercury Edge headset lineup features three models with 53 mm drivers, varied wireless and USB-C connectivity, and prices from $99.95. The post…
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Mass Effect Fans Take Save Campaign to Times Square—and Plan More Ads
Mass Effect fans funded a Times Square billboard urging EA to continue the franchise, and organizers are planning more ads near EA offices and The Game Awards…
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Apple Brings Touch to MacBook Pro With Tandem OLED and M5 Pro, M5 Max
Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook Pro pairs tandem OLED PROLED XDR displays with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. See key specs, prices and availability. The post…
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RTX 5080 Nears $2,000 as GPU Supply Tightens at U.S. Retailers
NVIDIA RTX 5080 listings at U.S. retailers have reached nearly $2,000, about double MSRP, as supply concerns and scarce GDDR7 memory weigh on availability. The…
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SK Hynix Sees AI Memory Shortages Lasting Through 2030
SK Hynix expects AI-driven memory shortages to continue through 2030, with long-term customer commitments and slow capacity expansion adding pressure for PC…
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Logitech’s MX Master 4 Developer Edition Adds Code-Inspired Style
Logitech’s MX Master 4 Developer Edition adds coding-themed etchings and green accents, while retaining the standard mouse’s hardware and $119.99 US price. The…
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Thermaltake’s New Arcus 380 TG ARGB Case Pairs Curved Glass with room for 11 Fans
Thermaltake’s Arcus 380 TG ARGB mid-tower features curved tempered glass, five included fans, up to 11 fan mounts, back-connect motherboard support, and 430mm…
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ASUS Gives Its RX 9070 XT an Onimusha-Inspired Special Edition Makeover
ASUS announces a TUF Gaming Radeon RX 9070 XT Onimusha Special Edition with 16GB of GDDR6, custom blue-and-gold styling and a September 4, 2026 launch target…
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Apple Introduces New 14-inch MacBook Pro With M6 Chip, Wi-Fi 7, and 24-Hour Battery Life
Apple’s 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 starts at $1,999 and adds Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, claimed 24-hour battery life and faster graphics and AI performance. The…
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Microsoft Opens Buyout Offer to 60,000 Workers as AI Costs Climb
Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees as it invests heavily in AI infrastructure and manages workforce costs. The post Microsoft…
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ThinkComputers Podcast #504 – MSI’s Flagship AiO, Sony Gaming Headset, GTA 6 for PC in Early 2027
This week on the podcast we go over our reviews of the MSI MEG CoreLiquid E15 360 Liquid CPU Cooler, Sony INZONE H9 II Gaming Headset, and the UGREEN MagFlow…
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The NVIDIA RTX 6060 Might Not Release Until 2029
A hardware leaker says NVIDIA’s rumored RTX 6060 could arrive in 2029 and trail the PS6, but neither product’s specs or schedule are confirmed. The post The…
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Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 Launching to Celebrate Edgerunners 2’s Release
Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.5 is scheduled for October 22, with Edgerunners 2-inspired content, cyberware customization and dual-wielding teased. The post…
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Modder Builds “Slurptop” Cyberdeck that packs a Ryzen 7, trackball and swappable tool batteries
Slurp Burgers’ Slurptop cyberdeck combines a Ryzen 7 7730U mini PC, hand-wired keyboard, trackball, drawing tablet and swappable 24V tool batteries. The post…
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Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Buyer Finds Intel-Like Substrate in Sealed Amazon Box
A buyer reports that a sealed Amazon Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 box contained a processor with an Intel-like substrate. A return swap is suspected, not confirmed. The…
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MSI MEG CoreLiquid E15 360 Liquid CPU Cooler Review
MSI is no stranger to all-in-one liquid CPU coolers, but the MEG CORELIQUID E15 360 is easily one of the company’s most ambitious models yet. Designed for…
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You Can Now Edit and Load Modified VBIOS’s on GeForce RTX Graphics Cards without Flashing
Community tools load modified VBIOS settings on many GeForce RTX cards without flashing, with developer testing an RTX 5080 at 500W. The post You Can Now Edit…
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PS6 Memory Costs Reportedly Top $680, Raising $1,000 Price Fears
A leaker claims PS6 RAM and NAND cost Sony more than $680, raising questions about the console’s specifications and potential launch price. The post PS6 Memory…
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NVIDIA Says RTX 5090 Is Still Shipping, but Supply Remains Tight
NVIDIA says GeForce RTX 5090 shipments will continue despite tight supply, but offers no production figures or timeline for better availability. The post…
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ASUS Announces First Intel Arc Card under the UGen AI Line
ASUS’s UGen Arc Pro B70 brings Intel’s 32GB Battlemage workstation GPU to the company’s lineup, targeting local AI inference with multi-card support. The post…
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Steam Breaks 43.5 Million Concurrent-User Record in October
Steam reached 43,505,724 concurrent users on October 11, setting a new record. About 14.46 million were in-game at the peak. The post Steam Breaks 43.5 Million…
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Windows Update Will Stop Working on Unpatched PCs in 2027
Microsoft will rotate Windows Update certificates in May and June 2027. See which Windows versions need updates and how to avoid losing update access. The post…
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KINGPIN: NVIDIA Connector Dispute Delayed EVGA’s RTX 3090 Ti Flagship
Vince “KINGPIN” Lucido says NVIDIA’s push for a single power connector delayed production and limited availability of EVGA’s RTX 3090 Ti KINGPIN. The post…
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Sony INZONE H9 II Gaming Headset Review
The Sony INZONE H9 II is its flagship wireless gaming headset for PC and PlayStation 5, developed in collaboration with the professional esports organization…
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Gigabyte BIOS Hints to DDR4 Support for new Intel Processors Next Year
Gigabyte’s BIOS updates prepare its B760 and H610 DDR4 and DDR5 motherboards for Intel LGA 1700 processors expected in early 2027. The post Gigabyte BIOS Hints…
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Microsoft 365 Family storage drops from 6TB to 2TB
Microsoft 365 Family and Premium are moving from up to 6TB of OneDrive storage to a shared 2TB pool, with existing subscribers switching from May 2027. The…
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PC Shipments Sink 20.1% in Q3 2026 as Component Costs and Stockpiles Hit Demand
Global PC shipments fell about 20% in Q3 2026 as high memory and storage costs, supply shortages and excess inventory weakened demand. The post PC Shipments…
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Keychron G6 HE Mouse Opens Preorders With 8K Polling for $89.99
Keychron’s G6 HE gaming mouse is up for preorder from $89.99, with 8K polling, a PAW3955 sensor, adjustable Hall effect switches and swappable battery. The…
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Case Mod Friday: ROG CRONOX
This week for Case Mod Friday we have a build from our friends over at GGF inside the brand new ROG CRONOX case! Loving the all-white design and of course the…
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Amazon’s New Alexa Tablets Bring Android and Google Play—and Retire Fire
Amazon replaces its Fire tablet line with Android-based Alexa tablets featuring Google Play, Alexa+ and prices from $229.99 to $549.99. The post Amazon’s New…
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Fractal Design Refine 2 Gaming Chair Review
The Fractal Design Refine 2 introduces lockable 4D armrests, a new flexible dual-pad lumbar support system, improved seat cushioning, smoother steel-bearing…
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Ryzen 7 9800X3D Drops to $429 With Free Cooler and Onimusha Game
Newegg’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D deal brings the eight-core gaming CPU to $429 with a 240mm AIO cooler and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The post Ryzen 7 9800X3D Drops…
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Nvidia Raises Shield TV Pro Price to $299.99 7 Years Later
Nvidia raises the 2019 Shield TV Pro to $299.99 amid rising component costs and discontinues the $149.99 standard Shield TV. The post Nvidia Raises Shield TV…
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RTX 5090 Mod Adds Dual 8-Pin Inputs, Keeps Wires Below 40°C in Stress Test
An RTX 5090 modder says a dual 8-pin daughterboard kept wires below 40°C during a 48-hour, 550W stress test, though long-term safety remains unproven. The post…
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ADATA SC735 External SSD Review
Portable storage is most useful when it is fast, compact, and easy to connect, and the ADATA SC735 External SSD aims to deliver all three. This pocket-sized…
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32GB RAM Takes the Top Spot in Latest Steam Hardware Survey
Steam’s September 2026 survey puts the RTX 5070 first among GPUs and 32GB ahead of 16GB RAM, though a major respondent shift may have affected the results. The…
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Intel Nova Lake-S Lineup Leaks, 28-Core Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC Flagship Revealed
A leak lists seven Intel Nova Lake-S CPUs, including the 28-core Core Ultra 9 4970K BFC, with reported cache, power, and platform details. The post Intel Nova…
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NVIDIA RTX Spark Gets an October 7 Windows Event Reveal
NVIDIA and Microsoft will showcase RTX Spark PCs at an October 7 Windows event, with Surface product pricing, availability and platform details still pending…
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Case Mod Friday: Blackout III
This week for Case Mod Friday we have the "Blackout III" build from Bernardo Mod Chop! It definitely fits the blackout theme quite well and I love the stealth…
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Micron Sees Memory Supply Tightening Through 2028 as AI Demand Drives Prices Higher
Micron says memory supply will tighten further through 2028 as AI demand outpaces production, with most of its 2027 output already committed. The post Micron…
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WireView Pro II Noctua Edition Launched By Thermal Grizzly
Thermal Grizzly and Noctua have launched the WireView Pro II Noctua Edition, an inline power monitor for high-end… The post WireView Pro II Noctua…
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Cooler Master V8 ACE 3DHP CPU Cooler Review
The new Cooler Master V8 ACE 3DHP continues that tradition, but this time the company is introducing a completely different approach to moving heat away from…
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Case Mod Friday: The Mountain
This week for Case Mod Friday "The Mountain" build from JMDF! Designed as a diorama, this build featrues high mountains, buildings, surrounding trees, and an…
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RTX 5090 Connector Hits 91.7°C and Pulls 647 Watts in DLSS 5 Stress Test
A QuasarZone test found an RTX 5090 12V-2×6 connector reached 91.7°C during DLSS 5 gaming, with 16-pin power briefly peaking at 646.7 watts. The post RTX 5090…
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8BitDo Marks 30 Years of Tomb Raider With Two Lara Croft Controllers
8BitDo’s Tomb Raider 30th Anniversary collection pairs the Pro 3 Bluetooth Gamepad with an Xbox Ultimate 3, featuring TMR sticks and era-inspired designs. The…
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Razer’s Kiyo V2 Pro Brings 4K at 60fps to Webcam Setups
Razer’s Kiyo V2 Pro webcam records up to 4K at 60fps and adds a STARVIS 2 sensor, AI auto-framing, UHDR and creator-focused controls. The post Razer’s Kiyo V2…
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Walmart’s $4,299 RTX 5090 Deal Sells Out as 10,000 Shoppers Add It to Their Carts
Walmart’s GeForce Week listing for MSI’s RTX 5090 Gaming Trio OC sold out at $4,299.99 after its product page showed 10,000 shoppers had added it to their…
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Thermaltake SWAFAN UNIFY Fans Combine Single-Frame Cooling With Reversible Blades
Thermaltake’s SWAFAN UNIFY 240 mm and 360 mm fans feature a single frame, swappable standard and reverse blades, PWM control and dual Infinity Mirror ARGB…
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Counter-Strike 2 Rush Hour Update Brings 3v3 Battles and a New Premier Map Draft
CS2’s Rush Hour update adds 3v3 Rush matches, a revised Premier map-pick system, silent reloads, crosshair options and visual improvements. The post…
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CyberPowerPC Launches RTX Founders Edition Pre-Built PCs, RTX 5080 Version Sells Out After 1,000 Orders in a Day
CyberPowerPC’s Walmart RTX 5080 Founders Edition prebuilts reportedly drew over 1,000 orders in a day and sold out, while RTX 5070 systems started at $1,549…
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ASUS ROG Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds Review
The ROG Cetra Open Wireless features 14.2 mm diamond-like carbon drivers positioned outside the ear canal, allowing you to hear your game audio while remaining…
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Acer CEO Predicts PC Prices Will Peak in 2027 as RAM Shortage Outlook Improves
Acer CEO Jason Chen expects PC prices to rise up to 20% in late 2026, peak around mid-2027, and decline as memory supply and Chinese production expand. The…
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Googlebook launches with five premium Android-powered laptops starting at $899
Google launches Googlebook with five premium Android-powered laptops from Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo, starting at $899 with Gemini AI and phone…
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NVIDIA’s RTX 60 generation reportedly pushed to 2028 as AI takes priority
Nvidia’s Rubin-based GeForce RTX 60 series is reportedly delayed to 2028 as AI demand, advanced-node capacity, and memory shortages reshape GPU launch plans…
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Case Mod Friday: Gigabyte AERO Wood
This week for Case Mod Friday have the a Gigabyte AERO wood-themed build from Justin Chu! I love the simplicity of this one! What do you think? The post Case…
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Corsair Debuts Voxara USB Microphone With 32-Bit Audio and Wave Link Integration
Corsair launches Voxara, a premium USB gaming condenser microphone with 32-bit/192 kHz audio, Wave Link 3.0 integration, Voice Focus processing, OLED controls…
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Rockstar Reveals GTA 6: The Album With 34 Original Tracks
Rockstar announces GTA 6: The Album, a 34-track soundtrack featuring Travis Scott, Future, PinkPantheress, Morgan Wallen and Keith Richards. The post Rockstar…
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AMD reportedly preparing 10% Q4 price increase for GPUs, chipsets and possibly Ryzen CPUs
AMD reportedly plans a 10% Q4 2026 price increase affecting Radeon GPUs, AI chips and motherboard chipsets, with Ryzen CPU pricing still unconfirmed. The post…
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ASUS ROG Cronox brings a hinged LCD and dual-360 mm cooling to EATX builds
ASUS ROG’s Cronox ARGB full-tower case features a hinged 9.2-inch LaCD, dual-360 mm radiator support, BTF compatibility, and clearance for high-end components…
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Razer’s $99 Kraken V4 X brings Sensa HD haptics to affordable PC Headsets
Razer’s $99.99 Kraken V4 X Sensa HD Haptics Edition adds position-aware tactile feedback to more than 100 PC games, alongside 40mm drivers, virtual 7.1 audio…