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Monday 10 (Jun 2024)

The Worst Monitor Ever...In Color! - [hardware]
06:52 AM EDT - Jun,10 2024 - post a comment

While we love looking at cool gaming monitors with features like MiniLED and QD-OLEDs, Dasung is coming to us today with something out of left field, an E-INK display. That's right the same tech that graces the Amazon Kindle is in a monitor now. Only this time it is in color! Could this be the difference between e-ink and e-stink?

Saturday 08 (Jun 2024)

Don't use any smart devices in your home! - [security]
02:23 PM EDT - Jun,08 2024 - post a comment

Don't have any smart devices in your home! And if you must, you have to set them up the right way.

Snapdragon just obsoleted Intel and AMD - [hardware]
02:19 PM EDT - Jun,08 2024 - post a comment

Is this finally the M1 moment for Windows?

Intel Partners Are Angry: Power Spec Woes, Silicon Degradation & Poor Communication - [hardware]
12:24 PM EDT - Jun,08 2024 - post a comment

It looks like Intel is trying to sit on two chairs and sell overclocked products as if they are verified, but without actually verifying them or providing any guarantees.

Friday 07 (Jun 2024)

1x32GB vs 2x16GB vs 4x8GB RAM - Single vs Dual Channel - [hardware]
11:36 AM EDT - Jun,07 2024 - post a comment

In this video I tested several RAM scenarios like Single Channel, Dual Channel and Dual Channel with both Single and Dual Rank. Enjoy!

Actually Good RMA Process, Nvidia GPU Melting Protection: Thermal Grizzly Delivers The Goods - [hardware]
06:07 AM EDT - Jun,07 2024 - post a comment

Actually Good RMA Process, Nvidia GPU Melting Protection: Thermal Grizzly Delivers The Goods

Thursday 06 (Jun 2024)

Qualcomm X Elite Laptops at Computex 2024, with Davinci Resolve, Chrome, ecosystem, performance - [briefly]
04:22 PM EDT - Jun,06 2024 - post a comment

At Computex 2024, Qualcomm showcased their upcoming Snapdragon X Elite laptops, set to hit the market on June 18th. PJ Jacobowitz from Qualcomm introduced these laptops as the ultimate Arm Laptops, the best Arm-based processors for Windows, emphasizing their superior performance, exceptional battery life, and the inclusion of the world's fastest NPU for laptops. This NPU enhances AI features in Windows apps, making the devices not only powerful but also incredibly efficient, cool, and silent. Major manufacturers like Samsung, Microsoft Surface, HP, and Lenovo will be releasing these laptops, offering a variety of designs including the sleek Yoga and the robust ThinkPad. The new Orion CPU in the Snapdragon X Elite promises outstanding performance with remarkable power efficiency, ensuring the laptops remain cool and quiet even during intensive tasks. This allows for extended battery life and a comfortable user experience. Various models will feature high-resolution OLED displays with over a billion shades of color, appealing to both creative professionals and general users. The laptops are designed to handle prolonged usage, especially for tasks like video calls and productivity applications, without compromising on performance. One of the highlights of the presentation was the demonstration of hardware-accelerated app support, particularly for AI-driven applications. Julia showcased how AI features like Magic Mask in Davinci Resolve now run significantly faster on the NPU compared to traditional GPU processing. This improvement allows for real-time object identification and editing, enhancing the capabilities of video editing software. Adobe Premiere and other creative software like Vegas and Avid will also be natively supported on Snapdragon, broadening the scope of professional-grade tools available on these laptops. The event featured a live demonstration of an innovative audio tool by Algorithm, which uses a neural network to isolate and manipulate individual elements within a song in real time. This technology, available in the Windows store, exemplifies the potential of on-device AI processing to deliver high-quality audio editing quickly and efficiently. Such advancements in AI capabilities underline the versatility and power of the Snapdragon X Elite platform, making it a compelling choice for creative professionals. In addition to creative applications, the laptops are optimized for a wide range of popular apps, ensuring smooth performance across various use cases. Microsoft and Qualcomm have tested over 300 applications to ensure compatibility, with day-one support for full Chrome and a suite of enterprise applications. The presentation also highlighted the benefits for graphic designers and architects, with full support for Adobe Suite, including Lightroom and Photoshop, as well as tools for 3D game design and other professional software. Qualcomm's collaboration with Microsoft extends to the development of new NPU tools and the Qualcomm AI Hub, which offers developers access to over 100 AI models. This platform allows for the rapid deployment and optimization of custom neural networks, enabling developers to create high-performance AI-driven applications efficiently. The AI Hub facilitates the development of sophisticated applications that can leverage the Snapdragon X Elite's powerful AI capabilities, making it an attractive option for software developers. Another key feature demonstrated was the seamless integration of Microsoft's Co-Pilot Plus, fully hardware-accelerated on the Snapdragon X Elite. This includes live captions and translation features for video calls, enhancing communication and accessibility. The Surface devices with Snapdragon X Elite showcased their capability to handle advanced tasks with ease, supported by features like OLED displays and extensive connectivity options, including USB 4 and potentially Thunderbolt support. Finally, the presentation highlighted the versatility and adaptability of the Snapdragon X Elite platform, from gaming to professional applications. The laptops demonstrated impressive thermal management, maintaining performance without overheating. Qualcomm also showcased their AI-powered code generation tools, which significantly speed up development processes by generating code in real time. Overall, the Snapdragon X Elite laptops represent a significant leap forward in ARM-based Windows devices, offering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and AI capabilities.

PCI Express 7.0 is INSANE - [hardware]
01:30 AM EDT - Jun,06 2024 - post a comment

Pcie 5.0 was released back in 2019 and there still isn't a single consumer GPU that uses it.

Wednesday 05 (Jun 2024)

This Old Mercedes Sounds Like A V12 F1 Car! - [off-topic]
05:51 PM EDT - Jun,05 2024 - post a comment

The Stig's secret subterranean lair is the perfect place to make a lot of noise with a lot of noisy cars. Welcome to Top Gear Tunnel Run. In the fifth episode of our series, our tame racing driver welcomes the Mercedes S600 limo... Wait, what?! Fear not, because while the W140-era Merc S-class is famously quiet (it even had double-glazed windows, so you could hear a pin drop in the cabin) it also had the same V12 that powered the original Pagani Zonda. And thanks to a trick exhaust, this one sounds like an old Formula One car.

Faster, Better Memory Is Coming, DDR5-8400 Now Actually Works - [hardware]
05:45 PM EDT - Jun,05 2024 - post a comment

Faster, Better Memory Is Coming, DDR5-8400 Now Actually Works!

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!

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.

Tuesday 04 (Jun 2024)

Modify Windows 11 ISO to Bypass TPM and Secure Boot on Unsupported PC - [guides]
09:54 AM EDT - Jun,04 2024 - post a comment

Today we take a look at how to use a autounattend.xml to bypass Windows 11 system requirements like Microsoft account, BitLocker, TPM, Secure Boot and much more.

Intel Computex 2024 Keynote Commentary & Analysis - [briefly]
02:03 AM EDT - Jun,04 2024 - post a comment

Watch Intel's Computex 2024 keynote with the PCWorld crew and hear real time commentary and analysis

Monday 03 (Jun 2024)

AMD is About to CRUSH Intel...Just Like I Predicted - [hardware]
04:55 PM EDT - Jun,03 2024 - post a comment

AMD's Ryzen 7000 series CPUs were a major leap for gamers and content creators alike, and now they've just announced Ryzen 9000...Will it be enough to send Intel to the bargain bin?

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.

AMD Zen 5 Delivers - Big IPC Gains, Extended AM5 Platform Support, X870 - [hardware]
05:33 AM EDT - Jun,03 2024 - post a comment

Check it out!

Sunday 02 (Jun 2024)

NVIDIA's Plan is Simple. (Computex 2024 Keynote Recap) - [briefly]
06:43 PM EDT - Jun,02 2024 - post a comment

Check it out!

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.

Saturday 01 (Jun 2024)

Can LGA1851 Succeed? 16GB 7600XT or 8GB 4060Ti, At The Same Price? May Q&A [Part 3] - [briefly]
11:26 AM EDT - Jun,01 2024 - post a comment

PC enthusiasts needs to have good sub 99$/79$ usd B860/H810 boards and Intel also needs to release APU's that can battle Ryzen 8700G/8600G at a lower overall complete build cost.

ENTIRE Ryzen 9000 Lineup Just LEAKED! - [hardware]
05:08 AM EDT - Jun,01 2024 - post a comment

Lower TDP Ryzen 9000 series should run a lot cooler... so there's that...

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

Friday 31 (May 2024)

Microsoft Made Its Own CCleaner - [briefly]
06:49 PM EDT - May,31 2024 - post a comment

Microsoft has a program called "PC Manager" which aims to help you "clean up" Windows - but should you use it?

Supercharge GOTEK USB Floppy Emulator! - [gadgets]
11:28 AM EDT - May,31 2024 - post a comment

FlashFloppy is custom firmware to supercharge your GOTEK USB Floppy Emulator!

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?

Thursday 30 (May 2024)

The Most Awkward Upgrade...AMD $5000 Ultimate Tech Upgrade - [briefly]
05:51 PM EDT - May,30 2024 - post a comment

What do you get when Linus meets someone even more introvert? You get the most awkward AMD Upgrade to date! We upgrade a Printer, a sewing machine, 2 computers, a smart lock and Steam Deck! Which you can win in our Giveaway!

The Google Leak Looks Pretty Bad - [security]
10:54 AM EDT - May,30 2024 - post a comment

Big corporation lying?! What next?

Wednesday 29 (May 2024)

Do You Need A Microsoft Account? - [security]
03:52 PM EDT - May,29 2024 - post a comment

Do You Need A Microsoft Account? Today we look at the Pros and Cons of using a Microsoft Account.

The New Security Features in Windows 11 You Should Know About - [security]
03:51 PM EDT - May,29 2024 - post a comment

Have you heard of catalog signatures before?

Has The 5800X3D Aged Better Than The Rest of Zen 3? May Q&A [Part 2] - [hardware]
03:48 PM EDT - May,29 2024 - post a comment

That chip is legendary!

Tuesday 28 (May 2024)

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.

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.

The Windows 11 Version You Always Wanted - [software]
10:59 AM EDT - May,28 2024 - post a comment

Today we take a look at Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC, this is an official release from Microsoft that has all the bloatware removed.

RTX 5080/5090 Next Week at Computex? RDNA 4 Rumors... May Q&A [Part 1] - [hardware]
10:57 AM EDT - May,28 2024 - post a comment

RTX 5080/5090 Next Week @ Computex? RDNA 4 Rumors... May Q&A [Part 1]

Monday 27 (May 2024)

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.

Saturday 25 (May 2024)

Lamborghini Revuelto v Tesla Model S Plaid: DRAG RACE - [briefly]
06:47 PM EDT - May,25 2024 - post a comment

It's time for an incredible petrol vs electric drag race! The Lamborghini Revuelto is back, and it's going head-to-head against the almighty Tesla Model S Plaid! So let's see how these two incredible machines compare.

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.

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.

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

Friday 24 (May 2024)

DIY Trezor One Hardware Wallet with STM32 Dev Boards (For Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cryptocurrency) - [briefly]
01:42 PM EDT - May,24 2024 - post a comment

Check it out!

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?

Thursday 23 (May 2024)

The Witcher: Season 4 - First Look - [briefly]
12:09 PM EDT - May,23 2024 - post a comment

The journey continues. Here's your first look at Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia.

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?

Wednesday 22 (May 2024)

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.

5 Weird iPad Pro (M4) Decisions - [briefly]
01:45 AM EDT - May,22 2024 - post a comment

2 week of overthinking this iPad Pro

Tuesday 21 (May 2024)

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?

Who Can Find the Weirdest PC Parts on AliExpress? - [briefly]
01:24 AM EDT - May,21 2024 - post a comment

We need more fun and games tech stuf, like this :-)

Monday 20 (May 2024)

Hyte Y70 Case Review: Thermal Benchmarks, Cable Management, & Build Quality - [hardware]
12:57 PM EDT - May,20 2024 - post a comment

Nice case, torn between this and the fractal north.

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.

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.
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