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Check out Zalman Alpha2 DS AIO with Cool LCD Display
ZALMAN's ALPHA2 DS series water cooler will be available in stores on April 25. The coolers feature a 2.73-inch IPS LCD screen on the water block that users can adjust, remove, or reposition with the magnetic attachment system. Buyers can choose between 240mm or 360mm radiator sizes, both of which are available in black or white. The package includes 120mm ARGB LED fans connected to a hub that supports up to six fans for easier cable management in complex systems. The cooling block measures 72 x 72 x 65 mm, and the pump runs at 3,300 RPM. It pushes coolant at 1.25 L/min, keeping CPUs cool during heavy use. The 120mm fans spin between 600 and 2,000 RPM, and the 2.01 mmH2 static pressure at just 29.7 dBA ensures quiet operation. These...
Keep Your CPU Chill With DeepCool Dual Fan Coolers
DeepCool released two new CPU coolers with dual fans and sideways airflow. The AK400 ZERO DARK PLUS costs about $45, and the AG400 PLUS sells for around $27. Both models hit stores on April 25, 2025. These products effectively cool processors without being expensive. The AK400 ZERO DARK PLUS improves on earlier designs with matrix fin patterns that move air better through four heat pipes. Its fans run between 500 and 1,650 RPM with low noise levels under 28 decibels. The cooler handles processors up to 220 watts and works with current Intel and AMD sockets. It measures 127 x 123 x 155 millimeters with a three-year warranty. The cheaper AG400 PLUS uses the same basic design but different fan bearings. These fans spin faster at up to...
BenQ PD2730S 5K Monitor Makes Design a Breeze
BenQ launched a new 27-inch screen called the PD2730S with 5K resolution. Artists see 77 percent more space compared to standard 4K displays. The monitor shows almost every color from major standards like DCI-P3, with over one billion total colors. Its high contrast ratio makes blacks deeper and whites brighter. Users can adjust settings with special software for different creative work. The screen has a special coating that cuts glare when rooms are bright. Two computers can be controlled using just one keyboard and mouse. It connects through modern ports such as Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1. The stand lets users change the height up to 150mm or rotate the screen completely. This monitor costs about $1,350 US.
Easily Max Out Your Intel Core Ultra 200K
Intel has released overclocking tech called 200S Boost for three new processors. This feature lets users speed up their CPU with Intel's official approval. The company promises that using 200S Boost will not void your warranty. Users need Z890 motherboards that support the profile through updated BIOS settings. The profile increases speeds for several processor components, such as fabric speed, die-to-die bus, and memory. This allows memory performance to reach 8000MT/s when using certain modules. Users must install only one memory stick per channel for best results. The feature offers a simple way to improve computer speed without complex adjustments. This differs from traditional overclocking, where users risk damaging hardware with...
Zimbabwe Accountants Getting IPSAS Ready
Government accountants met on Tuesday in Mutare to learn about new financial statement rules. They need help with International Public Sector Accounting Standards before the December 2025 deadline. These standards improve financial reports for government agencies and allow offices to make smarter money choices. Zimbabwe officially adopted these rules in 2019 through Statutory Instrument 41. Public offices must create reports that follow these standards starting next year. Former Mozambican President Joakim Chisano and African Development Bank leader Dr. Akinwumi Adesina want other countries to help Zimbabwe clear its debts. Zimbabwe recently agreed with the International Monetary Fund on a monitored program. This agreement helps...
Catholics Gather to Remember Pope Francis
Catholics across Zimbabwe will hold masses for Pope Francis, who passed away Monday. The first service happens on Thursday evening, led by the Apostolic Nuncio. The Pope died at age 88 from a stroke that caused heart failure. His funeral takes place on Saturday after planning meetings by the cardinals. Father Travis Moyo told NewsDay he felt sad but hopeful because Easter celebrates life. He called the Pope a faithful shepherd who guided many people during his 12 years at the papacy. President Mnangagwa sent condolences to Cardinal Kevin Farrell at the Vatican. He described the Pope as devoted to God with a voice that inspired spiritual awareness. The Pope chose burial at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore instead of the Vatican...
Fired UZ Bursar Walks Away with Huge Payout
The University of Zimbabwe must pay $323,046 to a former bursar who refused certain transactions. Vengai Mugabe told authorities that purchases over $20,000 required formal bidding. His case reached the Supreme Court, which upheld the award for his unfair dismissal claim. The university had appealed a Labor Court decision but lost. Justices Antonia Guvava, Tendai Uchena, and Hlekani Mwayera heard the case. They confirmed the ruling made earlier for Mugabe. He worked under a fixed contract from July 2017 that should have lasted until 2021. The court learned he wrote to the vice-chancellor about procurement concerns in June 2018. Mugabe stated that these transactions broke public asset laws. After pressure continued, he wrote again...
Road chaos hit Easter and Independence holidays
Police reported that road accidents jumped during the Easter and Independence Day holidays compared to last year. Zimbabwe saw 384 crashes versus 286 in 2024. Deaths decreased from 26 to 21, but injuries rose from 159 to 178. Police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi shared these figures yesterday. One major accident happened on April 21 around noon on the Harare-Bulawayo Road. A Toyota Hiace kombi carrying 18 passengers went off the road and flipped over. Three people died instantly, and another died at Norton Hospital. Fourteen others suffered injuries. Nyathi asked drivers to stop and help when accidents occur. Police recorded three hit-and-run fatal accidents in Murewa and Harare during the holiday period. On April 19, an...
Make Money from Your Land with Title Deeds
According to Zimbabwe Lands Commission member Rosemary Choruma Dowa, land represents the foundation of Zimbabwe's industrial growth because it supplies materials that power manufacturing. She spoke at a rural development meeting in Bulawayo and urged citizens to use the new title deed reforms for building land-based businesses. The government controls all land but grants usage rights through various agreements. Land reform aimed to involve native citizens in economic activities. Dowa explained that land is essential for economic progress. She pointed out that machines become useless without raw materials to process. She called for serious attention to land issues as business opportunities. She suggested creating specialized areas where...
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