Intel Arc B580 appears on Amazon with 12GB GDDR6 VRAM, 2.8GHz boost clock

A now-deleted Amazon listing has revealed the name and tech specifications of an upcoming Intel desktop GPU. Although the release date remains unclear, prior reportsindicateDecember. Thus, a fairly clear picture of the card emerges. However, one intriguing detail is the B580’s 2,800 MHz boost clock unprecedented for any graphics card. Moreover, it features 12GB of GDDR6 VRAM clocked at 19Gbps. Whether the GPU supports DisplayPort 2.1a remains uncertain, but it can output an 8K signal....

November 27, 2024 · 1 min · 125 words · Deanna Jones

Mixxx

Mixxx integrates the tools DJs need to perform creative live mixes with digital music files. Time Stretch and Vinyl Emulation Speed up and slow down songs without changing their pitch with time stretching. Our high-quality interpolator can also reproduce classic vinyl sounds like backspins. Beat Looping Found a sweet loop or need to extend your mix while you prep the next track? Instantly loop a 4, 8, or 16 beat segment with the click of a button....

November 27, 2024 · 1 min · 176 words · Erin Ware

Arctic's new 8,000 RPM case fans absolutely scream at full bore

Perhaps the most fascinating feature of all is the actively cooled fan motor. The new Arctic fans can deliver 220 CFM at full blast with a static pressure of 37 mmH2O. Featured on TechSpot

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 34 words · Erin Lang

Authorities bust multi-million message SMS fraud and 730 million call VoIP scam in Thailand

The case is yet another reminder that as technology continues to advance, so too do cybercriminals' methods. In just a matter of days, the fraudsters were able to send nearly 1 million messages. The victims received texts like “Your 9,268 points are about to expire! Claim your gift now!” The second operation uncovered a massive call center scam that used VoIP technology to make fraudulent calls. This sophisticated scheme employed SIP Trunk Solution in an operation with a scale that was just enormous....

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 89 words · Ronald Sanchez

Don't Buy a GPU Now: Wait for Next-Gen or Grab a Discount?

New GPU launches bring the potential for improved performance at existing price points. However, next-gen GPU releases could result in better price-to-performance ratios, even if the improvements are only modest. AMD vs. Nvidia: What to Expect There are a few key developments to watch. Hopefully this means better products at better prices. This would shorten the typical gap between releasing high-end cards and the mid-range models most consumers are interested in....

November 26, 2024 · 2 min · 391 words · Ian Hill

Former Mass Effect creative director reluctantly shutters his visionary indie studio

Opening a studio is challenging. Keeping one open in a time of industry consolidation is even more difficult. Canadian game development studioHumanoid Originannounced it is shutting down. The news is disheartening as Humanoid Originshowed promisewhen Mass Effect Director Casey Hudson announced the studio in 2021. He said its first project would be an “all-new” AAA narrative-driven sci-fi adventure. It was an exciting prospect for gamers who have been getting primarily remakes of old games lately....

November 26, 2024 · 2 min · 224 words · Mr. Jeffrey Farrell

Google chrome not responding after update (7 Solutions)

However, despite these improvements, sometimes you may encounter problemsChrome not responding after an update. users report issues like Chrome not loading web pages or freezing entirely. Heres a detailed guide fix the problem and restore Chrome web app health to normal. Before going ahead, bring up the command prompt, typenslookup Google.comand press the enter key. If you dont get the IP address back, it is just your internet connection. If you are using a wired connection check whether the cables are connected properly....

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 187 words · Christopher Johnson

Google faces $9 billion UK lawsuit after US monopoly ruling

Thedecisionadds another case to Google’s now global regulatory struggle. The opt-out claim automatically includes all affected customers. It also condemns the company’s billions in payments to Apple to make iOS default to Google search. It also follows a US judge’s monumental recent declaration that Google represents an unlawful monopoly. Featured on TechSpot

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 52 words · Robert Moore

Intel Core Ultra 5 225F "Arrow Lake-S" CPU spied with 10 cores and 4.9GHz boost clock

The initial lineup includes five SKUs, led by the flagship Core Ultra 9 285K. Additional specifications include 20 MB of L3 cache and a maximum frequency of 4.887 GHz. The unreleased chip achieved 2,653 points in the single-core test and 13,028 points in the multi-core test. Geekbench listings are relatively easy to falsify, and the authenticity of this particular entry cannot be confirmed. Featured on TechSpot

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 66 words · Alexis Murray

Qualcomm backs off full Intel acquisition, could consider buying select divisions

In September, reports claimed that Qualcomm had made atakeover offerto rival Intel. Intel’s fortunes hit a nadir earlier this month when Nvidiareplacedit in the Dow Jones index. Such a massive deal would undoubtedly face intense scrutiny from regulators, both domestically and globally. Now, Bloomberg reports that Intel’s appeal is waning in the eyes of Qualcomm. Qualcomm reportedly explored acquiring portions of Intel’s design business before considering the purchase of the entire company....

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 108 words · Nicole Davis

Tech companies race to build AI superclusters with 100,000+ GPUs in high-stakes competition

A new benchmark for AI prowess has emerged: the ability toamassthe most Nvidia chips in a single location. xAI’s entry into this high-stakes game is particularly noteworthy. He envisions future clusters starting at around 100,000 Blackwell chips. However, this race towards ever-larger chip clusters is not without its challenges and uncertainties. As the size of these super clusters grows, so do the engineering hurdles. Keeping tens of thousands of power-hungry chips cool is a major concern, leading to innovations in cooling technology....

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 117 words · Robin Powell

Tencent unveils 11" gaming handheld with glasses-free 3D, Intel Core Ultra 7 258V CPU

Not only does it measure 11 inches, it also offers glasses-free 3D capabilities. It measures an iPad Pro-like 11 inches. The 3D One also boasts a 2560 x 1440 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Internally, Tencent’s machine packs an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V CPU. Users can also attach a keyboard accessory. There’s no word on how much the 3D One might cost or its availability. Featured on TechSpot

November 26, 2024 · 1 min · 70 words · Mark Williams

YouTube loading extremely slow even on Fast internet connection (solved)

Here is how to identify and fix the root cause. Did you experienceYouTube videos loading extremely sloweven if your gear is connected to Fast internet? Sometimes you may experience YouTube videos not loading, just buffering icon forever. Use websites likeDownDetectorto check YouTubes status. If the issue lies with YouTube, youll need to wait until its resolved. With the chrome internet tool open, press shift + ctrl + N to start Chrome in Incognito mode....

November 26, 2024 · 2 min · 391 words · Michael Mosley