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Leaked AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Reference Card Surfaces in China
AMD didn't release any "Made by AMD" reference models of their new Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics cards based on RDNA 4 technology. Yet someone in China found what looks like an official AMD reference design RX 9070 XT, probably used as a test model. Third-party manufacturers make custom versions, but AMD hasn't shown the public their original design. This Chinese leak proves the card exists beyond just digital mockups - real people can actually touch it. The seller offers a brand-new reference AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT with a one-year warranty coverage. The second year requires customers to pay for repairs themselves. They clearly state buyers shouldn't take it apart or damage it. The base price is 5000 Chinese yuan (RMB), preferably for...
Silicon Power Launches New Endura SSD Series for Diverse Needs
Silicon Power just released its brand new Endura SSD series with four different models. The E55, E60, ED90, and ES75 all use advanced 3D TLC memory technology. These drives give users many storage options based on their needs. Every model comes with the reliability and performance that make TLC memory special. The E55 is a standard 2.5-inch SATA III drive. It performs steadily and reliably, perfect for everyday users or system builders who want simple, trustworthy storage. It connects through SATA III at 6 Gb/s and comes in sizes from 512 GB up to 2 TB, making it work with almost any device. The E55 reads at 500 MB/s and writes at 450 MB/s—about 15 times faster than regular hard drives. Users enjoy its familiar design combined with...
QNAP Boosts 100GbE Switch with New Features and Software
QNAP just improved its 100GbE Lite-L3 managed switch. The QSW-M7308R-4X can handle both 100GbE QSFP28 and older 40GbE QSFP+ connections. With breakout cables, you can also split each 100GbE port into four 25GbE SFP28 ports. IT teams will love the new AMIZcloud platform, which lets them monitor and control many switches from anywhere. These upgrades help companies save money when building fast 100GbE networks. Anyone wanting these features simply needs to update their switch to the latest QSS Pro v4.1 software. Ronald Hsu from QNAP points out that their 100GbE switches keep getting better software to match businesses' needs for fast networks. The QSW-M7308R-4X stands out because it works with 100GbE and older equipment at a great price...
MSI Launches MS-CF05 V2.0 Motherboard for Industrial Use
MSI made a new ATX motherboard called MS-CF05, V2.0 for factories, edge computing, and embedded uses. It works with newer Intel chips (14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Core, Pentium, and Celeron). You'll find great computing power, room to grow, and many connection options. They even added a PCI slot for older devices, perfect for today's industrial needs. This board supports the latest Intel processors with Q670E chipsets for serious performance. It has four DDR5 memory slots running at 4400 MT/s with error correction available. These accept up to 128 GB of RAM, making data work super fast. You can run three screens at once through VGA, DisplayPort, and HDMI connections. The four 2.5 gigabit network ports help move data quickly and keep...
ASUS Vivobook S14, S16 - Light, Stylish, and Powerful
The new ASUS Vivobook S14 and S16 pack awesome performance into slim, light frames. They weigh just 1.40 kg and measure only 1.59 cm thick. Their metal bodies look great and can handle daily travel stress. You'll zoom through tasks with an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor and enjoy up to 20 hours of battery life that charges really fast. Press the Copilot key for instant AI help. When you're on video calls, ASUS AI kills background noise and their 3D Noise Reduction makes your video feed crystal clear. Choose between beautiful screen options - either a sharp WUXGA OLED display or a smooth 144 Hz WUXGA IPS screen with anti-glare coating. These laptops fit perfectly into everyday life. ASUS packed these Vivobooks with smart AI features that...
Intel's New CEO - Lip-Bu Tan Takes the Helm
Intel picked Lip-Bu Tan as their new CEO during their tough times and unclear foundry plans. He told Intel workers he wants to "bring back Intel as a top products company, build a great foundry, and make customers happier than ever." This makes those rumors about spinning off the foundry less certain. People talked about Intel possibly splitting off its factories completely or creating a joint deal where TSMC and American businesses like AMD, Broadcom, and NVIDIA would have some control. That might still happen. But just like Pat Gelsinger before him, the new CEO sees how important Intel's factories really are. Intel makes tons of products mainly because they have their factories. Without them, Intel would need to use outside places...
Cool New Tech Keeps Computers Chilly at -40°C
Congatec showed off a brand new cooling system at Embedded World 2025. They created heat pipes using acetone instead of water. This special design works in super cold places where temperatures drop far below freezing. Even when it's freezing outside, computer processors still generate lots of heat that need to be moved away quickly. The acetone system keeps working all the way down to -40°C because acetone doesn't freeze until it reaches -95°C. Water-based cooling stops working at 0°C when it turns to ice. Water actually moves heat better than acetone (it absorbs 2,260 joules per gram), but that doesn't matter if the water freezes solid! This new cooling prevents ice build-up and cuts down on moisture problems. It creates a reliable...
Andie Kuipers Aims for Olympic Dreams and Ranking Boost in 2025
Andie Kuipers aims to boost her ranking points throughout 2025. She hopes this experience on the international stage helps her chase an Olympic dream in Los Angeles in 2028. An injury kept her away from competing at the Bonaqua Africa Triathlon Cup event in Nyanga. She expects full recovery before next month's Africa Triathlon Championships happening in Gqeberha, South Africa. Kuipers believes early preparation increases her chances when Olympic qualifying opens. She plans to compete at the African Championships on April 5th. After maximizing her points there, she might head to Egypt for the Sprint African Championships. Later this year, she wants to race across Asia plus tackle some longer-distance events. Her main focus remains...
City Loves Homegrown Flavors as Rural Roots Triumph
Most African people live outside cities, but many still believe anything from urban places must be better. Funny enough, city dwellers want more countryside food these days. Health-conscious shoppers search for natural remedies and traditional meals, creating business chances for smart entrepreneurs. African native foods could reach worldwide markets if handled right. Food festivals celebrate these traditional dishes, but that's not enough. We need complete systems that reliably move food from farms to tables. The knowledge behind growing and preparing these foods must stay alive through business networks. Every African city has restaurants serving local cuisine, but they're just small islands in a sea of foreign food choices. Western...
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