The new iPad Air and iPad Pro have a new menu «Battery Status» with a count of the number of cycles and a charge limit of 80%.
The new Apple iPad Air and iPad Pro tablets have a new menu in the settings section «Battery Status», which contains options that were once limited to iPhone 15 models.
NVIDIA and MediaTek are developing an ARM processor for PCs — Apple's M4 competitor will be released in 2025, with an official announcement in June
Taiwanese edition Economic News Daily says MediaTek will join forces with NVIDIA to develop an AI-enabled PC processor. The Arm-based architecture is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of this year. The collaboration between MediaTek and NVIDIA and the latter’s entry into the ARM PC processor market could significantly change the…
Is it worth buying refurbished graphics cards? Let's take a look at the Sapphire Radeon RX 6950 XT Nitro+
Almost unwanted at release and so desirable now, the Sapphire Radeon RX 6950 XT Nitro+ has indeed become a compromise flagship for 2022, but this has not affected the rationality of buying it in 2024. Using this video card as an example, let’s figure out whether it makes sense to buy Factory Recertified models, what […]
Vivo X100 Ultra — flagship with 200 MP telephoto lens and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is unveiled
Vivo X100 Ultra, a top-of-the-line flagship with one of the best cameras for smartphones, has been unveiled. The phone has a 1″ main camera with a Sony LYT-900 sensor and a 200 MP periscopic telephoto lens with a 1/1.4″ sensor. ISOCELL HP9, developed jointly with Samsung.
Dell XPS 13 Plus laptop with Snapdragon X processor for $1199 — detailed specifications before release
Dell will soon introduce XPS 13 Plus laptops with Qualcomm processors. VideoCardz has received information about the XPS 13 9345 Plus model with Snapdragon X Elite and Plus chips.
The Portal - New York and Dublin connected by an interactive art installation
A virtual bridge called The Portal was created between New York and Dublin. It allows real-time communication between people who are 3000 miles (about 4,830 km) away. Portals have large round screens and cameras that transmit images to a connected Portal.
Guinness World Record: the world's fastest battery-powered quadcopter reaches speeds of 480.23 km/h
Luke Bell and his father Mike Bell from South Africa set a world record by creating the fastest battery-powered quadcopter. The custom-made drone reached a speed of 480.23 km/h Guinness Book of Records confirmed that enthusiasts have achieved «the highest speed with a battery-powered remote-controlled quadcopter».
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G processor review: no more video cards needed
Do you really need a discrete graphics card in your computer? AMD Ryzen 5 8600G says no, and with good reason. We have tested this APU in desktop programs, video games (not only with integrated graphics), measured heating, power consumption, looked for advantages and disadvantages, and are ready to share our impressions. Test bench Motherboard…
Germany bans the sale of Motorola smartphones and some Lenovo devices
A German district court has decided to completely ban the sale of Lenovo devices and its subsidiary Motorola in the country. Motorola is now prohibited from selling all its phones that have a WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) module designed to provide mobile Internet access via cellular networks. This means that virtually all Moto phones,…
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor will get up to 4.26 GHz to beat Apple A18 — insider
According to insightQualcomm is increasing the clock speed of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 mobile processor to 4.26 GHz. This change will allow the chip to compete with the upcoming A18 and A18 Pro chips for the iPhone, which can also operate at higher frequencies. The frequency race comes amid the release of a productive M4 processor from Apple with…
Apple MacBook Air for $140 has a non-working screen detached and turned into a desktop computer
A broken Apple MacBook display is a big nuisance, and it can be expensive to repair. However, some people use laptops exclusively as desktops, with a large monitor, and don’t even open them Brady Snyder from XDA dismantled the inoperable display and made it into a MacBook Air a desktop computer with its own keyboard.
Apple uses the logo of the new iPad Pro as part of the cooling system
Apple M4 processor inside of the new iPad Pro is quite powerful and requires appropriate cooling. The company made the Apple logo behind the tablet a radiator.
AMD processors with Zen 5 architecture will not support Windows 10 — Lenovo manager
A Lenovo China manager noted that AMD Zen 5 Strix Point processors will not receive Windows 10 drivers. The manufacturer prioritizes compatibility with the latest version of Windows 11 24H2, which is in line with AMD’s trend towards AI computing and NPU integration in future processors.
Apple signs agreement with Samsung to supply displays for its foldable devices - media
According to DigiTimes Asia, Samsung Display has signed a deal with Apple to supply displays for foldable devices. It is reported that this could be a foldable iPhone. Earlier, it was rumored that Apple might introduce its first foldable iPhone, probably in late 2026.
ASUS unveils ROG Ally X — portable console gets rid of major flaws and will be released on June 2
With The Next ROG Ally, or ASUS ROG Ally X, the company has attempted to get rid of all the shortcomings that users have complained about. At the same time, the console did not receive a significant improvement in performance and will not be called ROG Ally 2.
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: the world's most powerful APU for home computers, or a processor for everything at once
The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is, without exaggeration, a champion in its field, because it literally has no analogues on the market. It’s a compromise processor, but for a certain category of people, it’s almost the perfect solution. We have tested the APU in games, work programs, measured power consumption, and are ready to share […]
Artificial intelligence for image generation launched on Commodore 64
The release of the Commodore 64 in August 1982 was a landmark event. It was a popular personal computer that became one of the best-selling PCs of the time. As it turned out, the old hardware platform, although not up to date, can still be used for computing that is relevant today.
Apple M4 processor outperforms Intel Core i9-14900KS by 16% in Geekbench single-core performance test
Apple M4 processors score around 3800 points in the Geekbench single-core performance test. Recently, several benchmarks have appeared in the test database comparing the M4 to Intel’s flagship Core i9-14900KS processor. In single-threaded tests, Apple’s M4 outperforms Intel’s chip by about 16%.
Realme GT Neo6 offers Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, up to 1 TB storage, 120W charging for $290
Realme has prepared for release a new smartphone in its GT line. The Realme GT Neo6 has flagship-level features at a fairly low price.
Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 gets wireless charging, bigger screen, and older processor at $399
Motorola has released a new mid-range smartphone Moto G Stylus 5G. The new device has an updated design and several improvements over its predecessor.
Logitech Signature Slim K950 review: thin membrane wireless keyboard for ultra-comfortable typing
At the beginning of spring, Logitech officially presented several new products in Ukraine. Among them was the Signature Slim K950 wireless keyboard. We’ve been testing the device for several weeks, have written a lot of texts, and are now ready to draw conclusions. In the review below, we share our impressions of the device, its […]
Intel: motherboard makers got it all wrong — first official public statement on CPU issues
Intel has published an official statement about problems with the stable operation of processorsThe information is now intended for users of the respective processors and motherboards, not just manufacturers. Now the information is intended for users of the respective processors and motherboards, not just manufacturers. In short — despite…
Lenovo unveils world's first notebook with LPCAMM2 memory — smaller size, better speed and power consumption
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 Workstation is the first laptop in the world to receive new LPCAMM2 memory modules from Micron. The new memory format is 64% smaller than DDR5 SO-DIMMs and 58% more energy efficient than LPDDR5X memory.
Only eSIM - the new iPad Pro and iPad Air are without a physical SIM card slot
New tablets iPad Pro (M4) and iPad Air are already available for ordering, and Apple’s website reveals some additional information about these devices that was not mentioned during the announcement.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX instead of Ryzen 8050 — Asus «revealed» rebranding of Zen 5 processors
It seems that artificial intelligence is on the minds of AMD marketers. An Asus leak revealed new laptop models with Ryzen AI 9 HX 170 processor based on Zen 5 architecture. Probably, these are Strix Point chips, which were previously called Ryzen 8050.
Google Pixel 8a gets Tensor G3 chip, 120Hz display, 7 years of OS updates, and $499 price tag
Google has prepared to release a more affordable version of its smartphone lineup, the Pixel 8a. Despite some updates, the new product retains the price of its predecessor.
New Apple M4 processor in iPad Pro — 2X faster than M2, 4X faster graphics, 38 TOPS AI performance
Apple’s M4 processor is featured in the new iPad Pro tablet with OLED screen. The chip is manufactured using a 3 nm process technology and consists of 4 productive and 6 energy-efficient cores. According to Apple, it is twice as powerful as the M2 processor in the previous iPad Pro. The 10-core M4 GPU also supports dynamic caching, mesh…
Apple unveils Magic Keyboard with function keys and Pencil Pro with squeeze support and Find My
Along with the long-awaited OLED iPad Pro, Apple has also released new accessories for its tablets, including a slightly updated Magic Keyboard and Pencil Pro stylus.
Apple updated iPad Air: M2 chip, additional 13-inch version and support for Apple Pencil Hover
During the Let Loose presentation, Apple updated its iPad Air tablet. For the first time, this series is presented in models with two different display sizes – in addition to the standard 11-inch version, the company has also prepared a 13-inch version.
Intel asks motherboard makers to implement a basic processor profile by May 31
Intel is once again non-publicly requiring board manufacturers to follow the recommended default profile for processors. This time, the company asks to add a profile called «Intel Default Settings» to the BIOS options and make it enabled by default.
Apple Pencil Pro - a new stylus was mentioned on the Japanese Apple website. The announcement is expected today
The code on Apple’s website in Japan mentions the Apple Pencil Pro. This is a potential hint of another new product that may be announced at the event, which starts today and will be dedicated to iPad tablets.
OPPO Reno11 F review: bright mid-ranger with AMOLED screen, IP65 protection and fast memory
OPPO has released a brand new mid-range smartphone Reno11 F in Ukraine. The device has a modern design, a bright AMOLED screen, IP65 moisture protection, and a good camera. But the model also has many drawbacks, and you will find out whether it is worthy of attention in the review below. Technical specifications of OPPO […]
Windows 11 24H2 will require chips with ARM v8.1 and SSE 4.2 — goodbye, Snapdragon 835 and older x86 processors
Windows 11 supports a variety of ARM processors from Qualcomm. According to the official documentation, a computer with a Snapdragon 850 or higher processor is required for support. However, PCs with a Snapdragon 835, the original Windows on ARM chip from 2016, can bypass the hardware requirements and install Windows 11 at their own risk. This may…
The iPhone 17 is credited with up to 12 GB of storage, an improved selfie camera, a more compact Dynamic Island and a new Slim model
Jeff Pu, an analyst at Haitong International Securities, shared new information about the upcoming iPhone 17 line of smartphones. According to him, Apple is planning significant changes in this line.
A supercomputer with 8064 Intel Xeon chips and 313.3 TB of RAM is up for auction in the US — the bid is already over $280 thousand.
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is currently auctioning off a decommissioned 8064 supercomputer with 5.34 Petaflops Intel Xeon chips. Although the initial price was only $2500, the bid has already exceeded $280 thousand.
Gigabyte AORUS WATERFORCE X II 360 review: top-of-the-line liquid cooling system with built-in screen
The presence of a liquid cooling system for a top-of-the-line computer has become almost mandatory. In addition to high performance, it offers a unique user experience thanks to its convenient mounting system. Of course, there are some nuances, which we will discuss in this detailed review. We tested the Gigabyte AORUS WATERFORCE X II 360…
Magura V5 naval drone destroys occupants' speedboat in Crimea - operation conducted by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) has conducted another successful operation to demilitarize the occupants. The Group 13 unit destroyed a speedboat of the Russian invaders with the help of Magura V5 maritime strike drone.
Apple intends to turn iPad Pro into a true laptop replacement - Mark Gurman
Insider Mark Gurman expects that the upcoming Apple Let Loose presentation will usher in an era of transformation for the iPad. Along with updating some models, we can also expect to see the iPad Pro strengthen its position as a powerful alternative to traditional laptops.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor received 192 MB of L3 cache — engineering design or software error
One of the most powerful processors for gaming, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D looks like it could be even more powerful. Normally, the 16-core chip has 128 MB of L3 cache, but one user posted video and screenshot processor with 192 MB of fast on-chip memory.
SK hynix announces 300 TB SSD and other technologies for data centers and AI
SK hynix has announced at a press conference in Seoul that it is creating a massive 300TB SSD. The SSD was announced was announced as part of a broad portfolio of devices and technologies for data centers and AI.
HMD to release updated version of 25-year-old Nokia 3210 phone with €89 price tag
Recently, HMD has been paying a lot of attention to simple mobile phones. Recently, it has announced the «fun» button phones Nokia 215 4G, Nokia 225 4G and Nokia 235 4G. And, according to rumors, it is not going to stop there. A new leak claims that HMD is planning to re-release one of the most beloved phones of the past – the Nokia 3210,…
PC of the month (May 2024)
After the miniature April computers, we are returning to classic builds. Today, we’re going to take a look at the PC of the month in several configurations, including an affordable solution for budget gamers and a top-end computer for enthusiasts. Budget computer for 22 150 UAH Gaming PC «Budget PC» Price, UAH Processor Intel Core…
AMD is losing the gaming graphics card market — revenue from them fell by 48% in the first quarter and will continue to decline
In the first quarter of 2024, AMD’s revenue from gaming solutions decreased by 48% year-on-year due to lower demand for discrete Radeon graphics cards and reduced sales of chips for PlayStation and Microsoft consoles. The company expects its gaming revenue to decline further in 2024 before recovering in 2025.
Double the impact: 12VHPWR connector «killed» NVIDIA RTX 4090 and power supply at the same time
The troubles with the 16-pin 12VHPWR power connector for video cards continue. NVIDIA RTX 4090 owner shares on Korean forum Quasar Zone a horrifying story about how melted connector «has dragged» to the grave not only the video card but also the power supply.
2E Complex Pro 14 Lite review: «top for that money» or just another passable laptop?
Electronics manufacturers often go to extremes to appeal to a specific target audience, and the 2E Complex Pro 14 Lite is the exact opposite of this approach. The laptop has literally everything you could wish for, but at the same time offers nothing amazing. It’s not every day that you can see the absence of […]
You overslept — blame Apple. «Silent» iPhone alarms will be fixed via iOS update after massive complaints
Apple said it is working on fixing a bug on some iPhones that caused alarms to fail to play at the set time.
Enthusiast converts Crucial QLC 512GB SSD to SLC 120GB with increased resource and speed
Tech enthusiast Gabriel Ferraz converted his Crucial BX500 512GB SSD from QLC (4 bits per cell) to SLC (one bit per cell). This reduced the drive’s capacity to 120 GB, while increasing the SSD’s performance and durability.
ASUS Vivobook S — the first announced laptop with Snapdragon X processors will be released on May 20
ASUS has announced that it will present the first laptop with Snapdragon X Elite on May 20. The presentation will feature speakers from Qualcomm and Microsoft. The event will be held virtually, but there is no talk of a live broadcast. However, ASUS has created a special page for the event that will go live on May 7.
Nokia 215 4G, Nokia 225 4G and Nokia 235 4G - «fun» button phones with adaptive functionality will go on sale in May
HMD has picked up on the idea of producing «boring» phones with limited social features that Heineken and Bodega recently proposed. But if then it was a limited edition clamshell phone called The Boring Phone, now HMD has several offerings for the mass retail market.
MSI G274QPF E2 review: the reference 2K monitor for everything
2K resolution is gaining ground and is becoming a popular trend, literally. The MSI G274QPF E2 has every chance of becoming one of those monitors, as it has typical gaming features and offers good performance for the money. We have tested the monitor with a colorimeter, measured power consumption, evaluated the image quality, tested it […]
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