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ARCTIC debuts Senza under desk PC running on Ryzen
ARCTIC just made a new PC called Senza that goes under your desk instead of on top. This PC stays completely hidden from view and saves you tons of space. You won't need to find room on your desk or shelves for this computer at all. The Senza looks like a network switch and measures 282mm wide, 618mm long, and about 120mm tall. We don't know exactly how thick it is yet, but it's probably around 1.5 inches. You can choose from three different AMD processors: the Ryzen 5 5500GT, the Ryzen 7 5700G, or the Ryzen 5700G Pro. All these chips come with built-in graphics. This PC runs completely silent because it uses passive cooling with no fans. The middle part holds a small custom motherboard with a desktop AM4 socket and standard memory...
Samsung goes for a bigger battery on S26 Ultra
The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes with a 5,000mAh battery, which Samsung has used for several versions in a row. As you might expect, many people are upset that this hasn't changed. They pay a lot for these top-of-the-line phones and want to see improvements. But there's good news! Rumors say Samsung is trying out future phones without the S Pen to see if they can fit a bigger battery. For people who still find the S Pen useful, a leaker says the Galaxy S26 Ultra will include it. Samsung is also looking at other ways to increase battery size on the S26 Ultra while keeping the S Pen. They might remove one of the cameras or use new silicon-carbon battery tech. Most of us are tired of seeing the same battery in the S25 Ultra, but Samsung's...
AMD's rumored AI chip variant for handhelds
There's a rumor that AMD is developing a new chip for handheld gaming devices. It's part of their Ryzen Z2 lineup, and the big focus is apparently on AI performance. Word on the street is that AMD wants to step up its game in the handheld market. They just announced the Z2 series, but it looks like they might have something even more powerful in the works. A well-known leaker, @AnhPhuH, spilled the beans about a possible "Ryzen Z2 AI Extreme" model. This bad boy would likely have some serious AI chops compared to the regular Z2 chips. You might be thinking, "Why does a handheld gaming device need AI power?" Well, AMD probably wants to compete with Intel's upcoming Lunar Lake chips, which are supposed to have decent AI capabilities...
Microsoft turns 50 as employees call out AI use
Microsoft was having a big party for its 50th birthday. Some important people were there, like Bill Gates, Satya Nadella, Steve Ballmer, and the boss of Microsoft's AI department, Mustafa Suleyman. But then two workers interrupted the party. They were upset about how Microsoft uses AI in ways that could be dangerous. The party was supposed to be a happy occasion. Microsoft wanted to celebrate all the cool new AI stuff they're working on, like Copilot. But when the two workers started protesting, it changed the mood. Suddenly, everyone was thinking about the serious problems with AI, not just the exciting parts. The first worker who spoke up was Ibtihal Aboussad. She said Microsoft was using AI to help fight wars, especially in places...
iPhone prices could jump as tariffs hit Apple
Apple hasn't raised iPhone prices by much over the years, but that might change soon. President Donald Trump just announced some big tariffs on imports starting April 9th. These tariffs will hit Apple hard because most of its iPhones and other products are made in China. The new tariffs could be as high as 54 percent. Some experts think iPhone prices in the U.S. could go up by 43 percent because of these tariffs. Right now, the most expensive iPhone, 16 Pro Max, costs $1,599. But with the tariffs, that same phone might cost almost $2,300. That's only if Apple decides to raise prices to make up for the extra costs. Apple has to figure out what to do next. They could make customers pay the full tariff or make less profit on each phone...
Xiaomi chips away at US control hurdles
The U.S. is trying to stop Chinese companies from using the latest manufacturing tech from TSMC, but it looks like Xiaomi hasn't been affected yet. Rumors say that Xiaomi is still planning to release its first in-house chipset before the year ends. Last year, we heard Xiaomi would show off a custom 3nm chip in 2025, but we just found out the first version will use TSMC's 4nm "N4P" process instead. And unlike Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite, this chip won't have any homegrown cores. Xiaomi's new custom chipset is also rumored to have an Imagination Technologies graphics chip called the IMG DXT 72-2304. A Weibo post from Fixed Focus Digital, shared by @Jukanlosreve on X, spilled the beans on Xiaomi's upcoming chipset. Even though the more...
Apple takes $250B hit from Trump tariffs
Trump's new tariffs have caused many problems for Apple's supply chain in different countries. The company lost $250 billion in just one day because of them. Apple will probably have to raise the prices of its products unless it can avoid paying the tariffs. Experts think Apple's profits for the year could drop by a huge $33 billion. The new tariffs are set up so that Apple has little chance of getting out of them. No matter what Apple does, it will probably lose money. If it tries to pay the extra costs itself and does not raise prices, it won't make as much money. But if it raises prices, people might not want to buy as much, which would also hurt profits. Experts at Morgan Stanley think Apple could lose around $33 billion. The good...
Lost Skies heads to Steam on April 18 for early access
Lost Skies is a new game where you fly from one floating island to another. It's a survival adventure that you can play with friends. The game will be available on Steam early access starting April 18, 2025. Bossa Games, the company that made Lost Skies, shared the news in a trailer that shows how the game looks and plays. In February, people could play a demo of Lost Skies during the Steam Next Fest. Bossa Games said it was one of the most popular games at the event. This is good news for the company, especially after they had to let some of their workers go earlier in the year. Bossa Games didn't say exactly how many people lost their jobs. They only mentioned that 40 people were still working on finishing Lost Skies. It will be...
ASUS ups ROG Astral TGP to 450W
Computer hardware enthusiasts are witnessing an intriguing development from ASUS regarding their ROG Astral graphics card series. The company has implemented a significant BIOS update that dramatically increases the total graphics power for the GeForce RTX 5080 ROG Astral variant. Pushing power consumption boundaries, ASUS has elevated the thermal design power rating to 450 watts, representing a substantial 50-watt increase from previous specifications. Graphics card performance enthusiasts will find this modification particularly fascinating. Graphics processing technology continues evolving at remarkable speeds, with manufacturers constantly seeking performance improvements. ASUS appears strategically positioned to capitalize on...

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