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Gigabyte, Asus, MSI, and more reportedly adjust their sales targets as the RAM crisis strangles motherboard salesMajor motherboard manufacturers including Asus, Gigabyte, MSI, and ASRock are reportedly lowering their sales targets for the remainder of 2026 due to ongoing RAM and storage shortages. These shortages, exacerbated by AI infrastructure demand and global supply chain issues, have led to significant price increases for PC components, impacting consumer purchasing decisions and the overall gaming PC market.- Apple (AAPL) & Intel (INTC) reach preliminary chip-making deal with Trump administration's backingApple and Intel have reached a preliminary agreement for chip manufacturing, with the backing of the Trump administration. This deal signifies a potential collaboration in the semiconductor industry.
- Evening Tech BitsApple has reportedly reached a preliminary agreement with Intel for the latter to manufacture some of its chips. This news has contributed to Intel's stock reaching a fourth consecutive record high.
- Intel has reportedly signed a preliminary deal to produce chips for AppleIntel has reportedly entered into a preliminary agreement to manufacture chips for Apple. This potential deal marks a significant development in the semiconductor industry, with Intel possibly producing custom silicon for Apple devices.
Nvidia RTX 5050 review (Palit Dual edition)The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 is recommended for budget PC gamers, offering reliable 1080p and decent 1440p performance with upscaling, outperforming Intel's B580 and often undercutting AMD's RX 9060 XT. While it matches the performance of the previous generation's RTX 4060 at a similar price point, its design shows little ambition beyond being 'good enough'. The card runs cool and quiet, and benefits from Nvidia's DLSS 4 technology, making it a solid, if unexciting, choice for those with a strict budget.
'90s virtual reality, Battlefield 2142, and Total War: This month in PC Gamer 10, 20, and 30 years agoThis article looks back at PC Gamer magazine issues from May 1996, May 2006, and May 2016, highlighting cover stories and notable news from those periods. It revisits predictions about virtual reality and online gaming, discusses sequels like Battlefield 2142, and covers the launch of Total War: Warhammer and the early days of VR technology.- Hardware ReviewsReviews for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 CPU, also known as Arrow Lake, suggest it needs a price reduction. Additionally, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni headset has been reviewed, with details provided by PC Gamer.
Mesa 26.1.0 released bringing lots of Linux graphics driver enhancementsMesa 26.1.0 has been released, bringing significant enhancements to open-source graphics drivers for Linux, including upgraded Vulkan support and performance improvements. The update introduces new features and extensions across various drivers for Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA hardware, with some changes impacting virtual machine environments and specific GPU architectures.- Hardware ReviewsThis article compares the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPUs to determine which is more worthwhile in 2026. It also includes a review of the CPS PCCOOLER RT720 TC for CPU/GPU/AIO/SSD cooling.
- Apple said to be talking to Intel and Samsung about building key device processorsApple is reportedly in discussions with Intel and Samsung regarding the manufacturing of key device processors. This move is driven by Apple's concerns about its current supply chain flexibility.
- Sunday Tech BitsThe Intel Arc Pro B70 32 GB GPU has been tested in gaming scenarios, showing significant performance gains over the B580. It achieved up to 40% faster rasterization and 65% faster ray tracing performance. Microsoft's workflow tools were also mentioned as being free.
Meow-X Gaming PC Review: Performance Meets PersonalityThe Meow-X Gaming PC offers a unique blend of personality and performance, featuring a custom Bobi cat-inspired design and upper-mid-range hardware. It excels at 1080p and 1440p gaming, providing stable frame rates and effective cooling, though its 8GB VRAM limits true 4K Ultra performance. The integrated iGame Center app offers comprehensive system management and monitoring.- Morning MobilizationIntel-powered handheld gaming PCs may emerge as a next-generation option, provided that RAM prices do not make them prohibitively expensive. This development is reported by PC Gamer.
If the RAMpocalypse doesn't price them into oblivion, the next generation of hot handheld gaming PCs could well be…Intel's upcoming Arc G3 Extreme processor, potentially for handheld gaming PCs, shows promising benchmark results, outperforming AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme in multithreaded performance. While the iGPU performance is expected to be a strong point, the high cost of components like LPDDR5x memory could lead to a significant price tag for devices featuring this chip.- Evening Tech BitsMeta's significant investment in Graviton technology underscores the ongoing CPU shortages impacting AI infrastructure, according to Tom's Hardware. The article also provides further details on Intel's revenue streams.
- NVIDIA (NVDA) Chief Accounting Officer Donald Robertson to retire May 4NVIDIA announced that Chief Accounting Officer Donald Robertson will retire on May 4. Scott Gawel will succeed Robertson, transitioning from his role at Intel to join NVIDIA.
- ASUS' dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo is now on pre-order starting at $4,500ASUS has opened pre-orders for its dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo gaming laptop, with prices starting at $4,500. The 2026 model features two 16-inch 3K OLED displays, an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 or 5090 GPUs. It offers multiple operating modes and a detachable keyboard.
I'm gassed that Valve is "hard at work" on Steam Deck 2, but let's get the Steam Machine out of the…While Valve is working on the Steam Deck 2, the author argues that the success of the upcoming Steam Machine is crucial for its viability. The Steam Machine needs to prove its ability to deliver high-end PC performance, particularly in running games at 4K 60fps using technologies like AMD FSR. This will set realistic expectations for the next-generation handheld and ensure it can compete with future consoles.
Intel VP Sparks Heated Debate Over PC Gaming Priorities | HappyGamerAn Intel executive's statement suggesting PC gamers underestimate software's importance has ignited a debate within the PC gaming community. While Intel emphasizes software utilization of hardware, gamers argue that poor optimization and rushed releases hinder their experience, highlighting the need for both strong hardware and well-developed software.- AI Yi-Yi!China has blocked Meta's proposed $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing antitrust concerns. Meanwhile, Intel has warned that CPU prices may increase due to rising costs associated with artificial intelligence development and implementation.