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Intel business and news from across the web.- Morning Tech BitsA fix for the 'Red Line of Death' issue affecting Steam Machines has been officially released. Additionally, Intel's upcoming Nova Lake CPUs are expected to reintroduce AVX-512 support.
After buying up between $1m and $5m in Dell stock this year, Trump tells everyone to 'go out and buy a Dell…President Donald Trump has publicly encouraged people to buy Dell computers, stating he has a son who loves their laptops. This comes after Trump invested between $1 million and $5 million in Dell stock and following a $9.7 billion government deal with Dell. The article notes the significant rise in Dell's stock price since Trump's initial investment and discusses potential conflicts of interest regarding his endorsements.
This China-only RTX 4080 GPU combines laptop silicon with desktop hardware, and draws a fraction of the power of a more…A unique China-only graphics card, dubbed the RTX 4080M, combines laptop GPU silicon with a desktop PCIe board, drawing significantly less power than a traditional RTX 4080. While not an official Nvidia product and lacking driver support, it offers competitive performance for its price point in China, comparable to the RTX 4060 Ti and RX 7070 GRE. The article suggests that for most builders, newer, more performant cards are a better choice unless building a small form factor ITX system.- Saturday Tech BitsIntel is reportedly planning to release two new 22-core processors for its Nova Lake-S lineup, codenamed 'Nova Lake-S'. These CPUs are expected to feature a game-boosting cache and will include both a 125W unlocked variant and a 65W locked part, potentially falling under the Core Ultra 5 tier.
Intel quietly bumps the price up of the best CPUs it's made in years to 'reflect current market dynamics'Intel has quietly increased the recommended retail prices for its Core Ultra 200S Plus processors, including the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and Core 5 250K Plus. The company cited 'current market dynamics,' rising supply chain costs, and strong demand as reasons for the price adjustments, which range from $20 to $40.
Rumours suggest Intel may be planning to join the club of hardware manufacturers reviving old product lines, all the way…Rumors suggest Intel is considering reviving older CPU production lines, including 10th, 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors. This follows similar moves by Nvidia and AMD to reintroduce older GPUs and CPUs to meet market demand. Intel's potential move would involve re-engineering chips for current fabrication processes, similar to AMD's approach with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.- Morning Tech BitsIntel is expected to resume the supply of its 10th, 12th, 13th, and 14th generation processors in mainland China. Separately, data centers are reportedly being targeted by cargo thieves, with over $1 million worth of copper stolen.
Intel's mega-core Nova Lake desktop processors look all but confirmed to have sustained full boost power limits at…Intel's upcoming Nova Lake desktop processors are rumored to have significantly higher sustained boost power limits (PL2), potentially reaching 474 Watts for dual-compute-tile models. This is indicated by the presence of three 8-pin CPU power connectors on new Z990 motherboards, a substantial increase from the current 250W limit. While these high-power chips are likely aimed at professionals competing with AMD's high-end offerings, standard single-tile Nova Lake processors are expected to maintain current power configurations.
No sign of cheaper vanilla Arc G3 drivers in Intel's latest handheld driver update, and I'm worried the scene is taking a "go Extreme or go home" approachIntel's latest graphics driver update for Windows, version 32.0.101.8860, exclusively supports Arc G3 Extreme chipsets, raising concerns about the availability of cheaper, non-Extreme Arc G3 APUs for gaming handhelds. This lack of support in the driver suggests that devices utilizing the standard Arc G3 may not be imminent, potentially leading to a market dominated by high-priced premium portables.
I can barely afford AMD and Nvidia's current 4 nm chips, so I'm not sure what to make of IBM's new sub-1…IBM has announced the world's first sub-1 nanometer chip technology, featuring a revolutionary transistor architecture at the 0.7 nm node. This development promises nearly 100 billion transistors on a fingernail-sized chip, utilizing a novel 'nanostack' design. While exciting for pushing chip production forward, the high cost of current advanced chips from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel raises concerns about the affordability of IBM's new technology.
The latest SteamOS beta update includes a performance boost for GPUs with limited VRAM, though devices with iGPUs…The latest SteamOS beta update introduces a performance enhancement for GPUs with limited VRAM, benefiting devices like the Steam Machine. This optimization, developed by independent contractor Natalie Vock in collaboration with Valve, addresses issues with Linux's handling of VRAM allocation and usage, particularly impacting discrete GPUs. The changes aim to reduce stutters and performance stalls by improving how data is managed between dedicated VRAM and the Graphics Translation Table (GTT).- Morning Tech BitsIntel's chip business is showing signs of recovery after a period of struggle, according to The New York Times. Additionally, AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution 4.1 performance on RDNA 3 graphics cards is being discussed.
LDPlayer Improves Cross-Architecture Compatibility With Intel Bridge TechnologyLDPlayer has integrated Intel Bridge Technology to enhance its compatibility with Intel x86 systems, allowing ARM-based mobile apps to run more smoothly on PCs. This update aims to improve stability, efficiency, and frame rates for demanding 3D games and productivity applications, strengthening the connection between PC and mobile ecosystems.
The best Prime Day deals for gamers live: here are the biggest PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PC discounts based on our…Amazon's Prime Day sale features significant discounts on a wide range of gaming hardware and software. Notable deals include price drops on consoles like the Nintendo Switch 2 and accessories such as gaming headsets, mice, and keyboards from brands like SteelSeries, Razer, and Logitech. Several popular games, including Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders and Astro Bot, are also available at reduced prices.- MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review: Big money for big performanceThe MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is a powerful handheld gaming PC developed in collaboration with Intel. This device aims to deliver high performance for gaming on the go, incorporating AI capabilities.
The US is worried China could have a top-spec chipmaking machine despite export restrictions, but the machine maker ASML…The US is reportedly concerned that ASML, the sole manufacturer of advanced chipmaking machines, may have supplied its top-tier EUV machines to China, despite export restrictions. ASML denies these claims, stating no EUV machines are in China, while US officials claim to have evidence to the contrary. The potential presence of such technology in China could significantly advance its chipmaking capabilities, narrowing the gap with Western companies.
Trump says Apple has agreed to build chips with Intel in the USADonald Trump announced on Truth Social that Apple has agreed to work with Intel to design and build its chips in America, and that Nvidia will also build chips with Intel in the USA. While there is no official confirmation from Apple, Intel's stock price rose significantly following the announcement. The article notes that any such deal would be a major win for Intel's customer fab business.
A ray of hope for PC builders desperate for an upgrade - one of my favorite motherboards is being bundled with 32GB of…Amidst component shortages and a lean Prime Day, PC builders are advised to look at motherboard bundles from retailers like Newegg for potential upgrades. The article highlights specific MSI and ASRock motherboard bundles that offer quality-of-life features and future-proofing for AMD's AM5 platform and Intel's upcoming CPUs.- Morning Tech BitsApple and Intel have reportedly closed a deal to manufacture chips in the US, according to Engadget. The article also briefly lists versions of software such as Visual Studio Code, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC, and Evernote.
- Trump claims Apple and Intel closed deal to manufacture chips in the USDonald Trump claimed on Truth Social that Apple and Intel have finalized an agreement to manufacture chips within the United States. This potential deal signifies a move towards increased domestic production for key technology components.