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It looks like Samsung is taking a leaf out of Nvidia's book and making a proper PC processorSamsung is reportedly developing its own Arm-based processor, codenamed 'Gaia', for AI PCs, aiming for production as early as next year. This move could introduce competition to Nvidia's RTX Spark and Qualcomm's existing Arm chips in the PC market. The processor is expected to be based on a 4nm process, with Samsung already in discussions with PC manufacturers.
Snapdragon Reality Elite chip aims for 'up to 60% higher GPU performance, up to 30% increase in CPU…Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon Reality Elite, a new System on Chip designed for augmented and virtual reality devices. The chip promises significant performance improvements over its predecessor, including up to 60% higher GPU performance and up to 30% increased CPU performance, while also focusing on power efficiency and AI capabilities. This new SoC aims to enable sleeker, longer-lasting, and more immersive XR experiences for both smart glasses and VR headsets.- Qualcomm unveils its Snapdragon Reality Elite chip for next-gen AR headsetsQualcomm has unveiled its new Snapdragon Reality Elite chip, designed to enhance augmented reality and mixed reality devices. This new chip aims to provide a significant performance boost for next-generation AR headsets.
- AWE 2026: Live updates from keynotes by Snap CEO Evan Spiegel, Google and Qualcomm at the XR showThis article provides live updates from the AWE XR 2026 event, focusing on keynotes from Snap CEO Evan Spiegel and Qualcomm. The event covers advancements in augmented and virtual reality technologies.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything Announced!Nintendo held a surprise Nintendo Direct presentation showcasing numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The showcase included new releases, ports of existing games, and DLC announcements across various genres, with many titles slated for release in late 2026 and into 2027.
Nvidia finally unveils Spark superchip, coming to laptops and mini PCs this Fall - here's everything we know so farNvidia has officially unveiled its Spark superchip, codenamed N1X, at Computex 2026. The chip, a collaboration with MediaTek, combines a 6144-CUDA-core Blackwell GPU with a 20-core Grace CPU and is expected to launch in laptops from major manufacturers like Asus, Dell, and Microsoft in Fall. Nvidia claims the Spark chip will enable laptops to achieve over 100fps in 1440p for Triple-A titles, with performance potentially matching an RTX 5070 mobile GPU.
Computex 2026: NVIDIA’s RTX Spark Is a Big Swing at the Future of Premium LaptopsNVIDIA unveiled the RTX Spark, a new Arm-based chip for laptops and compact PCs, at Computex 2026. Developed with MediaTek, it aims to deliver RTX 5070-level performance for AI, content creation, and gaming, while offering improved efficiency and battery life. The chip supports local AI agent execution and enhanced creative workflows in Adobe software, positioning NVIDIA as a competitor in the mobile computing market.- Acer just announced a new budget laptop with Qualcomm's Snapdragon C chipAcer has announced a new budget laptop featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon C chip. This new device appears to be positioned as a competitor to Apple's MacBook Neo line.
- Evening MobilizationQualcomm has announced its new Snapdragon C Platform, designed for laptops priced at $300 and above. This platform aims to bring Windows on Arm capabilities and NPUs to the budget laptop market. The Acer Predator Atlas 8 is highlighted as one of the first handheld devices to feature this technology.
- Qualcomm announces the Snapdragon C for entry-level Windows laptopsQualcomm has announced its new Snapdragon C chip, designed for entry-level Windows laptops priced around $300. This processor aims to bring affordable Windows computing to a wider audience.
- Xreal & Google reveal Project Aura Android XR glasses at Google I/O 2026Xreal and Google have revealed Project Aura, new Android-based XR glasses developed in collaboration with Qualcomm. These augmented reality glasses are slated for release in 2026.
XREAL and Google Bring Project Aura to Life at Google I/O 2026XREAL and Google showcased Project Aura, their lightweight XR glasses, at Google I/O 2026, demonstrating the integration of Google's Android XR platform, Gemini AI, and Qualcomm processors. The event provided hands-on opportunities for attendees to experience spatial computing applications like immersive navigation and virtual screen usage. An Android XR Developer Catalyst Program was also announced to foster platform development, with a global release for Project Aura confirmed for 2026.
Proton 11.0-1 Beta 3 brings FEX upgrades for Linux ARM64 (like the Steam Frame)Valve has released Proton 11.0-1 Beta 3, which includes an upgrade to FEX, an emulator enabling x86 applications to run on ARM64 Linux devices like the upcoming Steam Frame. This update brings performance improvements, controller crash fixes, and better support for the Snapdragon X2 Elite processor. Proton Experimental also incorporates these changes.
Unreal Engine 5.8 adds experimental Steam Frame support, Qualcomm give the Steam Frame a dedicated pageQualcomm has launched a dedicated page for the Steam Frame, powered by their Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, indicating its impending release. Additionally, Unreal Engine 5.8 Preview now includes experimental support for the Steam Frame, with developers able to test performance criteria for VR titles.- Qualcomm reveals two new affordable phone chips with Smooth Motion UI techQualcomm has unveiled two new affordable smartphone chipsets, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 will feature next-generation AI camera capabilities, while the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 will provide a significant upgrade in GPU performance.
- Qualcomm (QCOM) Q2 FY26 earnings results beat EPS expectations on in-line revenueQualcomm's financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026 met revenue expectations and exceeded earnings per share targets. The company reported performance largely in line with its previously set guidance for the quarter.
- Oppo announces the Find X9 Ultra with a 50MP 10x optical zoom telephoto cameraOppo has launched the Find X9 Ultra, a new flagship smartphone emphasizing its camera capabilities with a 50MP 10x optical zoom telephoto lens and a large 200MP main sensor. The device features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, a 7,050mAh battery with 100W charging, and a 6.82-inch 144Hz display. It will be available in the UK on May 8th for £1,449, with no current US release planned.
Nvidia's 'new' budget gaming GPU has 12GB VRAM, arrives in June, according to leakA leak suggests Nvidia is planning to relaunch the GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card in June, potentially manufactured by Samsung to keep costs down. This move aims to address the budget graphics card market, offering 12GB of VRAM which is more than current-generation RTX 5060 and RTX 5050 models. The leak also indicates a delay or cancellation for a new 9GB RTX 5050 variant.
OnePlus could take the road less traveled for its gaming handheld, and it just might pay offOnePlus is reportedly considering using a MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset for its upcoming gaming handheld, a move that deviates from the common use of Qualcomm Snapdragon chips. This choice, supported by AYANEO's successful use of MediaTek, could allow OnePlus to price its device more competitively. The Dimensity 9500's ARM Mali G1-Ultra MC12 GPU is expected to offer strong graphical performance and ray tracing capabilities.
Intel's fabs may at long last be worth all those billions of dollarsIntel's market capitalization has surpassed $300 billion for the first time since October 2000, driven by advancements in its foundry business and deals with major tech companies. This growth contrasts with competitors like Texas Instruments and Qualcomm, indicating a strong resurgence for Intel in the semiconductor industry. The company's dominant processor market share, despite AMD's gains in server chips and PC gaming, is a key factor in investor confidence.