TechAmok News Archive
Noctua stole my idea! - [hardware]
04:09 PM EDT - Jun,05 2024 - post a comment We're at the Noctua booth at Computex 2024 where they've cooked up a handful of really cool prototypes and upgrades- including one that I suggested to them 3 years ago that they turned down!
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Alien: Romulus - Official Trailer - [off-topic]
04:07 PM EDT - Jun,05 2024 - post a comment They're really throwing it back a bit with the old ship settings, the claustrophobic, closed-in scenes... This is almost a breath of fresh air!
Alien: Romulus premieres in theaters August 16. |
Lian Li's Brilliant Airflow Design: Lancool 207 Budget Case, 217 Wood, & "Wireless" RGB (ft. CEO) - [briefly]
04:54 PM EDT - Jun,03 2024 - post a comment Lian Li announced its Lancool 207 $80 high-airflow budget case, coming out later this year and likely competing as one of the fiercest sub-$100 PC cases for 2024. We'll see how it does in our review. The company also showcased its Lancool 217 with wood paneling at #computex 2024, alongside its SL V3 "wireless" RGB solution (or at least, wire reducing). The Lancool series is exciting for bringing the industry back towards cheap competitors. We're looking forward to seeing how it does. CEO Jameson Chen joined us for some engineering discussion as well.
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2025 Audi A7 Launched! - Preview of A6 Successor - [briefly]
03:35 AM EDT - Jun,02 2024 - post a comment The current form of the Audi A7, which came out in 2019 and got a facelift in 2024, is likely to end with the 2025 model. For the 2026 model year, we expect a brand-new A7, which could have plug-in hybrid power. It is said that Audi's A6 cars will move to the A7 line at that point.
The 2025 A7 will likely stay the same since its replacement is already being made. The four-door, medium coupe-style car has enough room for five people and can be used as a hatchback. The A7 looks like a sedan, but it can hold up to 50 cubic feet of goods, which makes it just as useful as some smaller SUVs. All models come with an all-wheel drive system, a panoramic sunroof, a 10.1-inch tablet, and leather seats.
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How to install Windows 11 LTSC Made for Old Computers - [guides]
02:48 AM EDT - Jun,01 2024 - post a comment This is first Version of Windows 11 LTSC Made for Old unsupported computers today I'm showing how to install and test this amassing version IoT LTSC released by Microsoft as evaluation copy just for testing and playing around with it till the stable release will be ready in latter of this year 2024
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra - FIRST LOOK IS HERE - [gadgets]
11:25 AM EDT - May,31 2024 - post a comment Samsung is apparently putting a circle inside of a square for the newly leaked Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra. The device features a brand-new, chunkier look for the dial. The Watch 7 Ultra also reportedly sports a third mysterious button.
Do you like the design of the leaked Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra?
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Why it Was Almost Impossible to Put a Computer in Space - [briefly]
03:49 PM EDT - May,28 2024 - post a comment It's really hard to put a computer into space...so hard in fact that laptops on the international space station are treated as effectively disposable. So when the folks at HPE wanted to put a SERVER on the ISS, people were a bit skeptical… and it turned out even with the help of KIOXIA's fast and reliable storage devices, to be harder than they thought.
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Linux vs Windows: Malware - [security]
03:34 PM EDT - May,28 2024 - post a comment Linux vs Windows: Malware. Is Linux immune to Malware? Nope, there's a ton of malware on Linux and in this video we will compare the respective ecosystems from a malware and security perspective.
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Dare Me to Take This "Laptop" to Starbucks? - [briefly]
08:55 AM EDT - May,27 2024 - post a comment Have you ever thought "Laptops sure are great, but I wish they had 3 monitors, desktop components, and weighed 20 times as much"? Good news! With the MaCase B43 chassis your PC can go from a portable, reasonably powered slate that lives in your backpack to a monstrously huge Frankenstein machine capable of running several instances of Crysis. This thing games so hard you'll totally forget about the disc you slipped in your back while trying to get it up onto the table.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra - FIRST LOOK - [gadgets]
04:56 AM EDT - May,25 2024 - post a comment Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra will have a totally new design. The first look reveals a Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra that's neither fully round nor completely square-it's like Samsung couldn't decide, so they went, 'Why not both?' The Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra will also bring some positive additions to the Galaxy smartwatch lineup which are explained in the video.
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Access Your Kali Linux from Browser Only! - [security]
04:55 AM EDT - May,25 2024 - post a comment Learn how to access your Kali Linux environment directly from a web browser using Docker Compose. This setup includes a container running Kali Linux with NoVNC, allowing full desktop access remotely. Perfect for security professionals and enthusiasts needing quick, secure access without complex installations.
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The ICQ instant messaging service is shutting down for good on June 26 - [internet]
04:52 AM EDT - May,25 2024 - post a comment ICQ, an instant messaging service that was at one time very popular in the US and other parts of the world in the early days of the consumer PC internet, is officially closing up shop. The official ICQ site now has a message that says the service "will stop working on June 26".
ICQ was first launched in November 1996 by Israel-based Mirabilis. In a 2003 interview with the Israel21c website, one of the co-founders of the company, Yair Goldfinger, stated that he and two friends developed the idea for ICQ (which is supposed to stand for "I Seek You) in about two months, The father of Goldfinger decided to invest a few hundred thousand dollars to the group.
While the ICQ program was developed in Israel, the Mirabilis founders launched the service in a small apartment in San Jose, California, because, according to Goldfinger, internet access in the US was cheaper.
It didn't take long for ICQ to start becoming a popular PC app. After launching in November 1996 for free, ICQ had 850,000 users in May 1997, and by April 1998, the user base had grown to nine million, of which 2.5 million were using it every day.
It's easy to see why. ICQ focused on one-on-one chats rather than on chatting in groups, which you would find on services like AOL or even in IRC. ICQ certainly influenced other chat and messaging services like AIM, which launched about six months after ICQ,
Indeed, AIM's owner AOL eventually acquired Mirabilis and ICQ in June 1998 for $287 million, with an additional $120 million to be paid if certain goals were reached. By 2001, ICQ had reached a peak of 100 million registered users.
As the rise of other instant messaging services, and later social networks like Twitter and Facebook became more popular, many users in US and other parts of the world abandoned ICQ, In 2010 AOL sold off ICQ to Russia's Digital Sky Technologies, where the service was still popular, for $187 million.
The company was later renamed VK, and this week's shutdown announcement of ICQ recommended that users switch to either VK Messenger or VK WorkSpace |
De-Google Your Life - Part 1 - [briefly]
11:01 AM EDT - May,24 2024 - post a comment Google owns or has access to almost everything - search, email, even your web browser! Unless you like being the product, how can you opt out and still live a connected life?
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My BIGGEST PC BUILDING CHALLENGE... - [hardware]
02:20 AM EDT - May,23 2024 - post a comment Linus accidentally said he wanted to increase his screwdriver size... Creator Warehouse took that as approval and rapid prototyped a 3X Screwdriver that not only works, but used Metal 3D printing to help complete some of the parts. Will Linus be able to finish this PC?
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Intel Battlemage Handheld, AMD RDNA5 GPU Rumors (Already), NVIDIA Handheld - [hardware]
02:02 AM EDT - May,22 2024 - post a comment This hardware news episode talks about Intel Battlemage appearing in a new handheld gaming device (officially, not a rumor!). It'll be shown at Computex by Weibu, featuring Lunar Lake from Intel, which will be formally at a future date. Additionally, we're covering US tariffs on lithium-ion batteries and semiconductors, rumors of NVIDIA & MediaTek working on a gaming handheld (allegedly), and more.
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AMD Ryzen Mini PCs are just GREAT! - [hardware]
10:23 AM EDT - May,21 2024 - post a comment Don't you just love a powerful mini PC, here's one that's much better than ANY Mac Mini Apple can offer. Would you go for this AMD mini PC or Apple Mac mini?
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This Computer Shipped With Malware Already Installed!! - [security]
10:44 AM EDT - May,20 2024 - post a comment I received a review sample for a mini PC that came preinstalled with a virus. I wasn't expecting this and that's why this video had to be made. Do we really need to be worried about malware being loaded on PC's from the factory? I guess we do.
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Intel Releases Arc GPU Graphics Drivers 101.5522 WHQL - [briefly]
10:29 AM EDT - May,20 2024 - post a comment Intel released the latest version of Arc GPU Graphics Drivers. The latest version 101.5522 WHQL brings mostly game ready support for titles like Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, Starfield May Update, Wuthering Waves, and XDefiant. With the support for Starfield May Update, Intel has prepared performance improvements when the game runs on DirectX 12 API. This brings up to 8% average FPS uplift at 1080p with Ultra settings and up to 7% average FPS uplift at 1440p with High settings, which is a notable improvement coming only from the driver. |
Nvidia's New Computer Has Released A Terrifying WARNING To The Entire Industry! - [hardware]
02:54 AM EDT - May,20 2024 - post a comment Nvidia's new Blackwell GPUs could blast past tech titans like Apple and Microsoft, which were revealed at the GTC conference. These chips are the core of Nvidia's bold move to rule AI computing, blending top-notch hardware with powerful software. This mix is set to flip data centers on their head, boosting efficiency to new heights. Are we teetering on the edge of an AI revolution that could reshape the tech world? Let's dive into what this means for anyone eager to get in on this ground-breaking tech early.
The recent GTC conference has convinced many that Nvidia, known for its pioneering work in GPUs, is on a trajectory to outpace giants like Apple and Microsoft. Enthusiasts point to Nvidia's new Blackwell GPUs as a game-changer, suggesting a significant shift in how Wall Street values tech companies. This shift is less about traditional financial metrics and more about a deep understanding of the company's innovative products.
Let's delve deeper into the claims surrounding Nvidia. The company isn't just making strides in hardware; it's building a comprehensive AI computing platform. This expansion into software is meant to support its hardware innovations. For those who attended GTC, it was clear that Nvidia aimed to show off software capabilities as much as hardware advancements.
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You Can Still Bypass Microsoft Account on Windows 11 - [software]
04:19 AM EDT - May,18 2024 - post a comment You Can Still Bypass Microsoft Account on Windows 11 23H2 and Windows 11 24H2, but for how long, who knows. Microsoft are clamping down hard or Microsoft account bypass methods and are basically forcing you to use a Microsoft Account during the installation process.
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The Ultimate Gaming Monitor? - Alienware AW3225QF Review - [hardware]
05:53 PM EDT - May,17 2024 - post a comment The Dell AW3225QF is a 4k, 240Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor with a curved screen. It's the first model available in North America featuring this high-resolution QD-OLED panel, competing with other monitors with the same panel, like the ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8/G80SD. It has typical gaming features like support for all common variable refresh rate (VRR) formats and HDMI 2.1 bandwidth. However, what makes it different from most monitors is that it also supports Dolby Vision and has an eARC port to connect a compatible soundbar easily. As OLEDs like this one risk permanent burn-in, Dell also offers a three-year warranty on the monitor, including against burn-in.
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ASUS... Why are you the way that you are?! - [hardware]
10:45 AM EDT - May,17 2024 - post a comment Well... ASUS is at it again... now that Intel has had to get involved with Motherboard manufacturers killing CPUs by not following their spec requirements for "out of box" settings, ASUS apparently still cant read a F*CKING chart...
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Nvidia SHATTERS Quantum Computing! Mind-Blowing CUDA-Q Centers Unveiled - [technology]
03:24 AM EDT - May,17 2024 - post a comment How does quantum computing work? What is quantum computing used for? What are the benefits of quantum computing? How to learn quantum computing? Find out the answers to these burning questions and more in this captivating exploration. Make sure you watch all the way through to not miss anything.
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Your PC Can Look Like THIS Now! - [briefly]
04:28 PM EDT - May,16 2024 - post a comment We've seen a lot of 3D printed supports for soft tubing to make it look cleaner, but finding 3D printed hardline was a challenge. So naturally, we decided to try it ourselves. Any guesses as to how long it will last under pressure?
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra - 4 BIG Updates - [mobile]
04:44 PM EDT - May,15 2024 - post a comment Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra might do something that no other smartphone was able to. We also have 4 big updates about the Galaxy S25 Ultra today revealing information about its camera, GPU, and more. Samsung is expected to bring a major design change to the Galaxy S25 Ultra this time.
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