Smartphones Are Spying: Cox Media Group Admits to Using Microphones for Targeted Ads Without User Knowledge
Cox Media Group (CMG) made a surprising admission, revealing that smartphones actively listen to users’ conversations to deliver targeted ads. This disclosure came during a
Bluetooth 6.0: The Next Evolution in Wireless Connectivity
The long-awaited Bluetooth Core Specification 6.0 has finally arrived, introducing a significant leap in Bluetooth capabilities. This latest update significantly improves existing features like advertising
US Senate To Investigate Use Of American Semiconductors In Russian Weapons
The US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations announced on Thursday that it will hold a hearing next Tuesday regarding the use of American-made semiconductors in
‘The Defiant Ones’; Donald Trump Promotes Family’s New Crypto Platform
This is a fascinating development, particularly given Trump’s drastic shift from criticizing cryptocurrencies to embracing them as part of his platform. A few key points
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro: Leaks, Rumors, Expected Release Date, Price, and Specs
Since the PS5 Pro is on its way, we thought we would gather all the information available in this post. We will get one and
Intel’s 18A Faces Challenges with Broadcom, While 20A Plans for ‘Arrow Lake’ Are Canceled for Foundry Customers
Intel continues to face setbacks following disappointing financial results, layoffs affecting 15% of its workforce, and cost-cutting measures, including potentially selling its FPGA unit Altera
Nvidia Loses Almost 10% in Single Day
September 4, 2024 Nvidia shares fell almost 10%, erasing $278.9 billion in value—the biggest single-day loss ever for a US stock. Is this the beginning
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3: The Affordable Mid-Range ‘AI’ Processor
A new AI mid-range SoC Qualcomm has been refreshing its mid-range chipsets lately to enable AI across a broader range of smartphones. Following the Snapdragon
Products Apple Will Most Likely Abandon In 2024
Apple’s ‘Glow Time’ event on September 9, 2024, is expected to unveil the iPhone 16 Series and other gadgets and phase out several current devices,
COLORFUL Introduces Flagship Igame Z790D5 VULCAN Series Motherboards
iGame Z790D5 Vulcan W and Z790D5 Vulcan X motherboards: Colorful Technology Company Limited, a leading brand in gaming PC components, gaming laptops, and HiFi audio
The Semiconductor Body Calls For More EU ‘Chips Envoy’ Support
Europe’s leading computer chip industry group, ESIA, called on the European Union to speed up aid as it drew up a revamped “Chips Act 2.0”
The Fading Thrill of AI: From Hype to Reality
The initial excitement surrounding AI is beginning to wane. Investors who once jumped on the AI bandwagon without fully understanding the technology are now feeling
End of an Era: AnandTech Closes After 27 Years
I still remember my early days as a reviewer, sending an email to Anandtech for a freelance job and receiving a reply from Anand himself.
AI Giant Super Micro Accused of Chronic Financial Misconduct and Sanctions Evasion
Shares of Super Micro Computer ($23.6 billion) plunged more than 25% on Wall Street’s Nasdaq technology index after the company said it would not file
China Invests $6.1 Billion In Computing Data Center Project
Sources: Reuters.com On Thursday, a senior government official said that China has invested over 43.5 billion yuan ($6.12 billion) in a nationwide project to build
New & Older Generation Ryzen Processors Benefit from the 24H2 Windows Update
AMD mentioned that its performance numbers on the new Ryzen 9000 processors were higher than what reviewers got because it used Windows systems with the
Layoffs: IBM Limits Operations In China, Cuts Over 1,000 Jobs
Sources: abplive.com, PCMag.com IBM shut down its R&D operations in China, following several other tech companies that scaled back their operations there due to increased
Nvidia’s RTX 5060 Will Most Probably Use Less Power Than The RTX 4060
Sources: TechRadar, TechPowerUP The Nvidia RTX 5000 series has been the subject of many rumors over the last year, with plenty of leaks teasing performance
GoPro Layoffs: Popular Camera Firm To Fire 15% of workforce
Source: Abplive News Bureau This marks GoPro’s second round of job cuts in 2024. Earlier in March, the company had already reduced its workforce by
CORSAIR Launches the New Performance King of its AIO Cooler Lineup: iCUE LINK TITAN RX RGB
On August 15, 2024, CORSAIR, a leading developer of high-performance gear for gamers and PC enthusiasts, unveiled its latest all-in-one (AIO) CPU cooler, the iCUE
Why is the PC Market Going Down?
Recently, we have seen many big companies and brands firing people, trying to restrict their operational expenses. Most of them say as an excuse that
AMD’s Ryzen 9000X3D “3D V-Cache” Desktop CPUs Delayed Until CES 2025
Source: wccftech.com According to recent reports, AMD’s highly anticipated Ryzen 9000X3D desktop CPUs, featuring their next-generation 3D V-Cache technology, have been delayed. Initially, the launch
GameMax Introduces F46 ATX & F36 mATX Cases Supporting Hidden-Connector Motherboards
GameMax, a brand known for its affordable PC gaming components, has launched two new gaming cases: the F36 micro-ATX (mATX) and the F46 ATX. These
Ryzen 9000: Why Does AMD-generated Gaming Data Differ from Reviewer Data?
The new “Zen 5” architecture, first introduced in high-end laptops earlier this summer, is now available in a full stack of desktop processors with the
ZOTAC GAMING Reveals MEK HERO Gaming PC Deals at Amazon
ZOTAC GAMING has launched a special sales event on Amazon featuring discounts on five high-performance MEK HERO Gaming PCs, valid from August 21 through August
Germany: Europe’s First Mega-Factory For Next-Generation Microchips In Dresden
Source: ot.gr The EU approved the 5 billion subsidy from Germany for the 10 billion euro factory. The foundations for constructing the largest factory in
ADATA’s Global Sustainability Initiative “Innovate Today, Embrace Tomorrow.”
ADATA Technology has unveiled a comprehensive global sustainability initiative to promote biodiversity conservation and increase public awareness about environmental issues. A central feature of this
The Most Common Spread Malware For July 2024
Source: Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. In its latest Threat Index, Check Point revealed that RansomHub remains the most prevalent Ransomware group. Meanwhile, its researchers
Google “Threatened” Tech Influencers. The #TeamPixel Scandal
Google crossed a line with the Pixel 9. The company’s invite-only Team Pixel program — which seeds Pixel products to influencers before public availability
The Former CEO Of Huawei Was Spotted With A Strange Device
Former Huawei CEO Richard Yu, currently Chairman of the Board at Consumer BG, was spotted on the plane with a strange device in his hands.
Semiconductor Chipmaker Texas Instruments To Receive Up To $1.6 Bln Funding From The U.S. Government
Source: Reuters, AFP.com The U.S. Commerce Department has signed a preliminary agreement with semiconductor manufacturer Texas Instruments for up to $1.6 billion to construct three
SoftBank Calls Off AI Chip Partnership With Intel & Turns To TSMC
Source: Businessworld Intel’s failure to fulfill production objectives prompts SoftBank to investigate fresh options with Taiwan’s TSMC as it looks to compete with Nvidia in
Google’s Tensor G4 vs. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4
Source: Businessworld.in, 91mobiles.com Google with Tensor G4 (4nm, 3.1 GHz, Titan M2 co-processor) and Qualcomm with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (3nm, 4.2 GHz, Adreno 760
Microcode (0x129) Update For Intel Core 13th And 14th Gen Desktop Processors
Source: community.intel., Pcmag The “0x129” microcode fix addresses the CPU error but may impact performance in some scenarios. Therefore, Intel is considering other fixes for
The “Sinkclose” Vulnerability Affects Millions of AMD CPU Dating Back To 2006
Source: Pc Gamer, TechPowerUp Since 2006, a critical security flaw known as “Sinkclose” (CVE-2023-31315) has been identified in all AMD processors, potentially affecting hundreds of
M4 Mac Mini to Become Apple’s Smallest Ever Computer With Complete Redesign
Source: MacRumors Apple plans to debut completely redesigned Mac mini models later this year, using the M4 and M4 Pro chips like the newer iPad
MIT Makes A Super Thin Solar Cell That Can Turn Any Surface Into A Power Plant
Sources: Interestingengineering, news.mit.edu MIT engineers have developed an ultralight fabric solar cell that can transform virtually any surface into a power source. Researchers have developed
IP Address Zero-Day Vulnerability Allows Hackers To Attack Mac, Linux Computers
Sources: PcMag, The Cyber Security Hub The zero-day flaw is IP address 0.0.0.0, which can be exploited in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera. Israeli
Xiaomi Will Take The Next Step In Its Smartphone Batteries
Sources: gsmarena, gizchina Xiaomi aims to take the next step in the batteries that will house its future smartphones as it prepares a new technology.
A “Blood Bath”; Dell Fires More Than 12,500 Employees Or 10% Of Global Workforce To Focus On AI
Sources: Indiatoday, Livemint, Techradar Dell Technologies has announced a second round of layoffs in 15 months. The company has fired around 12,500 employees. Affected employees
Nvidia Reportedly Delays Next-Generation Blackwell AI Chip. A Design Flaw?
Source: Investors, TheVerge Nvidia reportedly is delaying its next-generation artificial intelligence chips by at least three months. Mass shipments may not take place until early
CORSAIR Transitions to More Comprehensive PSU Certifications from Cybenetics
MILPITAS, CA, August 7th, 2024—As the demand for more detailed power supply information grows, CORSAIR® (Nasdaq: CRSR) will begin exclusively using Cybenetics’ more advanced certifications
Apple Introduces The Apple Intelligence With iOS 18.1 Dev Beta
Source: TechCrunch, Powergame On Monday, Apple unveiled the first version of Apple Intelligence, which includes features to improve Siri, automatically create emails and images, and
Intel is Extending the Warranty of its “Raptor Lake” Processors by Two Years
Source: Pcmag, CNBC Intel does not issue an official recall, nor is it expected, preferring the solution of extending the warranty of the 13th and
Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Announced – Qualcomm’s new Affordable 5G Chipset
Sources: gsmarena, theregister Qualcomm announced its new Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset (SM4635) in India. This is not a successor to last year’s Snapdragon 4 Gen
Tesla Recalls Nearly 2 Million Cars After Software Fails to Detect Open Hoods
Tesla issues an over-the-air fix for vehicles, including the Model Y, Model 3, Model S, and Model X, because their software may not alert drivers
Intel is planning to lay off Thousands of Workers
Source: TechCrunch Intel announced to its employees that it would lay off more than 15% of its staff—that is, 15,000 employees! It previously cut 5%
World’s First Experiment: Scientists Utilize Magnetic Fields to “Remote-Control” Mice
Source: Pcmag.com This new approach leverages magnetic fields and magnetized nanoparticles, selectively activating targeted brain circuits. Wireless mid control! Imagine being able to control the