Modders give the new Raspberry Pi 500 keyboard PC an NVMe storage upgrade
Much faster than the microSD storage solution
Arm-Qualcomm trial kicks off this week over licensing rights and chip tech
Major implications on the line following the shocking license cancelation
Last-minute tech deals, as handpicked by TechSpot's staff
Top tech deals still available for holiday delivery
Samsung's new Galaxy Book 5 Pro laptop is Lunar Lake-powered, claims 25 hours of battery life
AMOLED display and more AI features
The PlayStation 5 laptop is a 9.5 pound portable gaming monster, will set you back $2,750
Includes a massive 17.3-inch 4K display and a full-sized keyboard
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K vs. Intel Core i9 14900K
Intel's two latest flagships, the Core Ultra 9 285K and Core i9 14900K go head-to-head in 45 games to see how their performance stacks up. Can the 14900K hold steady, or will the Ultra 9 surprise us?
Intel claims retailers are facing high return rates for Snapdragon PCs, Qualcomm denies it
Undeterred, Qualcomm believes Arm-based processors could power about 50% of client PCs in the coming years
Intel foundry customers have successfully powered on 18A node engineering samples
18A remains on track for a mid-to-late 2025 launch
Why it matters: The success of Intel's upcoming 18A process node is critical to the company's future. After refuting reports of abysmal yield rates, Intel recently confirmed that 18A has reached a crucial milestone in its effort to regain competitiveness against semiconductor rivals Samsung and TSMC.
Apple may be working on a custom AI server chip with Broadcom's help
Slated for 2026, Apple would be leveraging Broadcom's 3.5D XDSiP technology
Nvidia, AMD, and Intel invest in Ayar Labs to enable futuristic light-based chips
Ultra-low latency and crazy efficiency
Nvidia teases RTX 5000 series with Hype Meter, GeForce Greats, and LAN 50 promotions
More engagement equals better prizes
This mini PC supports up to four 8K monitors, has a built-in display, and more
Additional productivity and a Ryzen Hawk Point processor
TSMC founder says Intel was wrong to pursue the foundry model
Designing hardware and software for AI could have been more lucrative, Morris Chang believes
Intel Arc B580 Review: Best Value GPU
PC gaming gets a boost with Intel's Arc B580, a $250 GPU that beats the RTX 4060 and RX 7600. Featuring 12GB VRAM, Xe2 architecture, and built for 1440p gaming, it's a game-changer for budget setups.
MacBook Air M4 leaked in macOS 15.2 Sequoia, may feature new ultrawide camera
Expected to launch in spring 2025
LG ends Blu-ray player production as streaming dominance grows
Another one bites the dust
What just happened? One of the few remaining big-name manufacturers of Blu-ray players, LG, has discontinued production of the devices. It's sad news for fans of physical media and means that Panasonic and Sony remain the last two major companies still operating in this field.
Quantum doubts: Experts cast shadow on Google's Willow chip "septillion years" claim
A significant breakthrough nonetheless
TSMC posts 34% revenue jump in November, riding high on AI demand
Another blistering growth year for TSMC's revenue
Apple's MacBook Pro could ditch the notch for a holepunch in 2026, switch to OLED
The MacBook Air will get the OLED treatment too, though it will retain the notch
John Carmack makes the case for future GPUs working without a CPU
Endless daisy chaining for endless graphics prowess?
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger defends Intel 18A amid rumors of poor yields
Napkin math without context doesn't work for judging process technology
The big picture: During his tenure as Intel's CEO, Pat Gelsinger sought to correct a critical strategic misstep that allowed TSMC to surpass Intel in process technology. Gelsinger promised that Intel's 18A process would enable the company to reclaim its leadership in the foundry space, but that claim has faced scrutiny since Intel reset its guidance in July.
Bank of America lowers AMD stock rating, citing Nvidia AI dominance and declining PC demand
Team Red's share price is down 10% from last week
AMD Strix Halo APU with RDNA 3.5 iGPU spotted on Geekbench, outperforms RTX 4060 mobile in Vulkan benchmark
Expected to be announced at CES 2025 in January
Valve may be ready to revive Steam Machines with Project "Fremont"
Internal code leaks indicate Valve has plenty of new hardware planned
The Best Laptops: Power, Productivity, Portability, and Budget Choices
It's been an eventful year for laptops, and our fully refreshed guide features all-new models, whether you're looking for power, portability, or a budget-friendly choice.
