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In Harare, Zambia whines about sanctions on Mnangagwa's regime
Zambia demanded the complete elimination of sanctions against Zimbabwe during remarks at the Mid-Term Review of bilateral cooperation talks in Harare. Permanent Secretary Etambuyu Gundersen emphasized Zambia's support for removing all unilateral measures that harm Zimbabwe's economic recovery and regional development. The statement preceded next month's SADC Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations on October 25. While the European Union has lifted most restrictions, the United States maintains sanctions on President Mnangagwa, First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa, and nine other individuals plus three entities. The two-day review session evaluated progress on cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding between the neighboring countries...
Sapphire shambles back to the AM5 market nobody asked them to join
Sapphire enters the global AM5 motherboard market through six new products targeting various consumer segments. The company positions the NITRO+ B850A WIFI 7 as its flagship model with advanced specifications for enthusiasts. This board features a robust 12+2+1 power delivery system rated at 55 amps per phase and supports DDR5-8000 memory speeds. Full PCIe 5.0 compatibility extends to both graphics cards and M.2 storage devices while Wi-Fi 7 connectivity addresses modern networking needs. The product lineup spans multiple price points from $69 to $189 across different chipsets and form factors. Budget-conscious builders can select the A520M-E at the lowest price tier while performance users access premium features through higher-end...
Intel's Battlemage B770 finally crawls out of Vietnam this year
Intel prepares to release the Arc B770 graphics card as part of its Battlemage generation expansion. Logistics data from June 2025 reveals packaging shipments for the upcoming model. The company previously launched the Arc B580 and B570 cards in December 2024. Manufacturing takes place at Intel's Vietnam facility in Saigon High-Tech Park. Industry sources point to a fourth-quarter 2025 launch window. The B770 features the BMG-G31 graphics processor with 32 Xe2 cores and 4,096 shader units. Engineers equipped the card with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory and a 256-bit memory bus. The design incorporates 24 MB of L2 cache compared to the A770's 16 MB capacity. Intel upgraded the interface to PCIe 5.0 from the previous PCIe 4.0 standard. These...
MSI's DATAMAG says your iPhone's pathetic storage is now obsolete
MSI announced the DATAMAG 40Gbps portable SSD featuring USB4 connectivity and magnetic attachment capabilities. The drive achieves sequential read speeds reaching 4000 MB/s and write speeds of 3600 MB/s across 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacity options. Metal rings enable secure attachment to laptops, tablets, and smartphones while maintaining stable connections during data transfers. The 85-gram aluminum housing provides durability and thermal management for sustained performance. Creative professionals can utilize the device for 4K video production and mobile editing workflows. The storage solution supports Windows computers, macOS systems, iPhone Pro devices, Android phones, digital cameras, and gaming consoles. Users receive USB-C cables...
HYTE's THICC Q80 Trio is bleeding all over your expensive PC
HYTE announced a complete market withdrawal of its THICC Q80 Trio liquid CPU coolers following multiple customer reports of coolant leakage. The cooling system launched in January 2025 but contains a fragile internal component that fails during transportation. Customers discovered damaged units immediately after delivery, prompting the manufacturer to conduct failure analysis with its production partner. Testing confirmed the structural weakness affects an unknown number of coolers across all shipped inventory. The company mandates immediate removal of all Q80 Trio units from computer systems to prevent hardware damage. The recall affects only the Q80 Trio model while the smaller Q60 version remains unaffected due to different...
Your cheap speakers are obsolete, says the new Edifier T5s
Edifier introduces the T5s Powered Subwoofer as a compact solution for enhanced audio depth. The unit features an 8-inch long-throw driver powered by a 70-watt Class-D amplifier that delivers frequencies down to 35 Hz. Users can connect the subwoofer directly to systems with dedicated subwoofer outputs or route audio signals through the device when such connections are unavailable. The T5s accommodate desktop speakers, bookshelf units, and home theater configurations with equal effectiveness. Digital signal processing manages low-pass filtering and phase alignment for seamless integration with existing speakers. The manufacturer constructs the cabinet from 18-millimeter medium-density fiberboard to minimize unwanted resonances. An...
MSI's RTX 50 Extreme OC is just another way to milk gamers
MSI Afterburner developer Unwinder received early samples of RTX 50 graphics cards featuring enhanced overclocking capabilities. The company develops "Extreme OC" variants that bypass standard NVIDIA restrictions through collaborative engineering efforts. These specialized cards enable triple-channel voltage monitoring and control systems previously unavailable to consumers. Advanced functionality emerges through MP2988 and MP29816A controller support within upcoming Afterburner BETA releases. Direct PWM access delivers voltage ranges spanning plus or minus 100 millivolts compared to reference designs limited to 20 millivolt adjustments. Memory voltage manipulation and auxiliary MSVDD control expand tuning possibilities for enthusiasts...
SEGA wants 60 euro for the Football Manager 25 they canceled
SEGA and Sports Interactive announced that Football Manager 26 will launch on November 4 across multiple platforms. The PC and Mac versions arrive alongside console editions for Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, and PlayStation 5. Game Pass subscribers receive immediate access on PC and Xbox platforms. Netflix will exclusively host Football Manager 26 Mobile on the same release date. Nintendo Switch users must wait one month for Football Manager 2026 Touch. Sports Interactive canceled last year's Football Manager 25 to enhance this year's edition. The developer switched from their proprietary system to the Unity engine for improved match visuals. Real-life volumetric animations significantly enhance spectating experiences. Women's Football...
Battlefield 6 adds a battle royale mode nobody asked for
Battlefield 6 developers announced testing for their Battle Royale mode through the Battlefield Labs platform this week. The mode incorporates franchise elements such as destructible environments and class systems. Players can demolish walls and topple entire buildings during matches. Twenty-five squads containing four members each compete against ninety-nine other participants. Communication occurs through text, voice, and ping systems. Each squad selects classes before matches begin without the ability to change during gameplay. Players earn experience points by defeating opponents and completing assigned missions throughout matches. A lethal fire ring replaces traditional damage circles found in competing games. The ring immediately...

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