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Tiny Fan on a Chip Crushes AI Transceiver Heat
xMEMS Labs Inc. has put a tiny fan called µCooling inside high-speed computer connectors for the first time. These special connectors help AI data centers move information around. The fan was created for small phones and other portable devices. Now, it can cool off little parts that get really hot as the connectors handle more data. Normal cooling systems are too big to reach these parts. The DSP is one piece that gets particularly toasty. The fan is built from tiny silicon bits. It shoots out quick bursts of air with no sound or vibration. It can pull up to 5 watts of heat away from a single point, which helps the DSP perform better and keeps it running longer. The air moves through its mini-tunnel, which prevents dust from getting...
TSMC US Chip Chain Crawls at Snail Pace
Taiwan news reports say TSMC's suppliers will follow the company as it expands in the US. TSMC pledged $100 billion to its Arizona plants in March. But TSMC isn't producing much there currently. So, suppliers don't have a big reason to open US offices, even considering tariffs. It might take TSMC up to 10 years to build a US supply chain as strong as what it has in Taiwan and China. The Taiwan government spoke with some chemical suppliers about it. They decided TSMC's production volume right now doesn't justify the cost of setting up in the US. They believe it will take seven or eight years to establish fully. However, if TSMC reaches the production levels it's aiming for, most of its suppliers will likely move to the US. This...
PowerA PAC MAN Neon Arcade Controller Rules Switch
PowerA just revealed the final piece of its PAC-MAN x PowerA Collection: the Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch—PAC-MAN Neon Arcade Edition. The officially licensed controller is designed for people who collect retro gaming gear and play on Nintendo Switch. It pays tribute to PAC-MAN's past but has modern features for today's games. The controller has awesome ghost lights that PowerA calls Lumectra. When they shine, a hidden PAC-MAN design appears. You can choose from four bright light modes. They look like they came straight out of an old-school arcade. Two buttons can also be customized. You can remap them in the middle of a game without pausing. The rechargeable battery lets you play wirelessly for up to 10 hours...
NVIDIA DOCA Argus Locks AI Factories Like Fort Knox
NVIDIA wants to keep AI factories safe from attackers. AI factories are where lots of complex AI stuff happens. To this end, NVIDIA created something called DOCA Argus to watch for threats in real time. It works with NVIDIA BlueField to protect AI without slowing things down. Argus runs separate from the main computer, so attackers can't even see it's there. It connects with other security systems companies already use, allowing them to monitor their AI setups continuously. Cisco is partnering with NVIDIA on this. They want to make it simple for companies to deploy and defend AI systems. The idea is to embed protection into every part from the beginning. There's a huge amount of data out there, making it tricky for companies to...
French AI Chip Firm Nabs 46M to Topple Nvidia
VSORA, a French artificial intelligence chip innovator, secured $46 million in new funding. The investment round attracted support from Otium, a French family office, Omnes Capital, Adélie Capital, and the European Innovation Council Fund. The company aims to revolutionize AI chip technology with its Jotunn8 (J8) chip. Designed for generative AI, autonomous driving, and edge computing, the chip promises superior performance compared to existing solutions. VSORA plans to launch the silicon version of its chip in 2025. VSORA's technology delivers three times the performance of current AI chips while consuming half the power. The chip offers 3,200 TeraFLOPS of computing power, targeting inference processing for various applications. The...
Turtle Beach Drops 16 Killer Headsets and Controllers
Turtle Beach launched 16 new gaming products for players. The company makes accessories for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and Windows computers. Gamers can choose from headsets and controllers with fresh designs. Nintendo Switch users will find two new headsets. One model costs about forty dollars and offers clear sound. Another cheaper version uses special fabric for comfort. The company created wireless controllers for Nintendo games. Players can use controllers that glow after light exposure. These devices work with popular Mario games and offer long battery life. Xbox players receive two controller options from Turtle Beach. One controller has colorful lights and customizable buttons. Another model provides basic controls at a lower...
Acer Eco Trio Sweeps iF Design Awards 2025
Acer celebrates multiple product design achievements with the prestigious iF Design Award 2025. Three computer products received recognition: the TravelMate P6 14 AI business laptop, the Aspire C Series All-in-One PCs, and the Aspire Vero 16 laptop. The selection process involved 131 jurors evaluating nearly 11,000 submissions across five critical design criteria. The Aspire Vero 16 stands out as an eco-friendly innovation. Its chassis combines post-consumer recycled plastic with bio-based oyster shell material, creating a unique natural grey finish. The laptop meets military-grade durability standards while delivering powerful AI-enhanced performance for productivity and creativity. Aspire C Series All-in-One PCs offer sleek...
Shokz OpenDots ONE Clip On Earbuds Feel Weightless
Shokz makes lightweight wireless earbuds. They weigh less than a quarter ounce. A special metal frame helps them fit many ear shapes. The device plays music with two small speakers. It uses technology that makes the sound clear, so people can hear music without blocking outside noise. Batteries last ten hours before needing a charge. The case holds four more full charges. Water will not harm the earbuds during light rain. An app helps people control the earbuds. Users can change sound settings easily. They can find lost earbuds through their phone. Shokz sells the earbuds for about $200. Customers can buy them online or at stores. They are available in black and gray.
ASUS ZenWiFi 7 Outdoor Turns Patio Into WiFi Jungle
ASUS created a router that connects devices outdoors. Its ZenWiFi BD4 works far away from home, so people can stream videos or control smart devices anywhere outside. The device moves data fast through Wi-Fi 7 networks. Users reach speeds near 3600 Mbps across wide areas, and wireless signals reach more than two thousand feet from the router. Tough materials protect the router from weather damage. It survives temperatures from minus thirty to sixty degrees Celsius, and water and dust cannot harm it. Flexible power connections help users install the router easily. Ethernet and special ports make setup simple. Workers can attach the router to walls or poles. Network security guards against online threats, parental controls block...
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