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"We are committed to passing on savings whenever we can" - Framework rolls out refunds and price reductions on some of its laptops after securing a cheaper supply of memory to make them with
Laptop manufacturer Framework is passing on savings from a cheaper supply of RAM to its customers. The company is issuing price reductions and retroactive refunds for both new orders and existing pre-orders. This move is highlighted as a significant win for consumers amidst current PC market volatility and RAM shortages.
Beautiful design and brutal pricing, the Framework 13 Pro is a very 2026 laptop
The Framework 13 Pro laptop features Intel's Panther Lake Core Ultra Series 3 processor, offering stellar performance and battery life with a beautifully crafted, upgradeable chassis. However, its high price, particularly due to expensive LPCAMM2 memory, and a slightly ghosty screen are notable drawbacks.
French retailer briefly offers the 'Stim Machine,' a Steam Machine competitor made of standard PC components for less than a grand
A French retailer briefly listed the 'Stim Machine,' a device described as a competitor to the Steam Machine. This new hardware is reportedly constructed from standard PC components and was priced under $1000.
Be Quiet's new air coolers are miles better than the last... but miles more expensive
Be Quiet's new Dark Rock 6 and Dark Rock Pro 6 air coolers offer significant improvements in performance and aesthetics over previous models. However, their high price point, $110 and $130 respectively, makes them difficult to recommend compared to more affordable and equally capable competitors.
With the RAMpocalypse set to rage for years, memory kit makers are responding in one of two ways: Do nothing or go…
Memory kit manufacturers are responding to the ongoing DRAM pricing crisis in one of two ways: by remaining silent or by releasing ultra-high-speed, niche kits. Lenovo has forecast that these high prices will persist for years, with little expectation of returning to 2024 levels. While some companies like G.Skill and Geil are releasing extremely fast DDR5 kits, others like Kingston and Lexar have stayed quiet, leaving consumers with limited affordable options.
With discounts up to 40%, PC gamers can't afford to ignore these MSI Prime Day deals
MSI is offering significant discounts of up to 40% on a wide range of PC components, desktops, laptops, and peripherals as part of Prime Day sales. These deals aim to help PC gamers acquire new hardware amidst ongoing supply chain issues and high component prices.
Opinion: The PS6 Cannot Come Out in This Era of $1,000+ Consoles
This opinion piece questions the viability of a PlayStation 6 launch in the current economic climate, citing rising console prices that could exceed $1,000. The author argues that increased costs of living, coupled with high hardware prices and PC component shortages, make it difficult for the average consumer to afford next-generation consoles. The article suggests Sony should delay the PS6 release to be closer to 2030 to ensure market success.
Newegg's anti-Prime Day deals are live: all the biggest monitor, handheld, PC, and component deals we've found
Newegg is running its own sales event to compete with Amazon's Prime Day, focusing on deals for PC hardware, gaming laptops, components, and handheld gaming devices. While acknowledging that prices may not be at their lowest, the retailer aims to offer competitive savings for PC enthusiasts.
Noctua finally made an AIO cooler, decades into making some of the finest PC fans and CPU coolers around
Noctua has announced its first All-In-One (AIO) liquid CPU coolers, the NL-LC1 series, available in 240mm, 360mm, and 420mm radiator sizes. These new coolers maintain Noctua's signature beige and brown color scheme, marking the company's expansion into a new product category after decades of producing PC fans and air coolers.
The new Koorui 34E6UC is a budget 34-inch ultrawide that's big on immersion
The Koorui 34E6UC is a 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor offering an immersive experience at a budget-friendly price of $264. While it boasts a 165Hz refresh rate and a 3440x1440 resolution, its VA panel exhibits sluggish pixel response times, making it less ideal for fast-paced esports. Despite its shortcomings, the monitor is well-built and provides good value for its cost, especially considering the rising prices of other PC components.
I controlled a gaming PC's fans and lighting with my phone at Computex thanks to HYTE's updated Nexus software, and it could be huge for iBUYPOWER owners too
HYTE unveiled its updated Nexus 3.0 software at Computex, allowing users to control PC fans, RGB lighting, and performance metrics remotely via a browser or smartphone. The software also offers cross-platform compatibility and could benefit HYTE's sibling brand iBUYPOWER by simplifying troubleshooting. Additionally, HYTE announced new products including the Y50 RGHB PC case and FR12 RGB fans.
Computex 2026: NZXT Announces New H6 Series Cases, RGB Fans, And Ultra RGB Fans
NZXT has announced its new H6 Series of compact dual-chamber midtower PC cases, alongside its RGB and Ultra RGB Fans, at Computex 2026. The H6 Series cases feature a curved tempered glass panel and support for top-mounted AIO radiators, with the RGB+ model including pre-installed fans and lighting. The new fans utilize Fluid Dynamic Bearings and offer extensive lighting customization options.
As if ROG Astral 50-series graphics cards could get any beefier, Asus has just announced a CHONKY anniversary update
Asus has unveiled the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20, a special anniversary update for its graphics card line. This limited-edition GPU features a curved AMOLED display and a quad-fan design for improved airflow, celebrating the Republic of Gamers sub-brand's 20th anniversary. Pricing and a firm release window have not yet been announced, but it is expected to be a premium, limited-time offering.
Computex 2026: AMD Celebrates AM4 While Giving Gamers More Affordable New Hardware
AMD announced new hardware options at Computex 2026, including a commemorative re-release of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D for the AM4 platform and the new Ryzen 7 7700X3D for AM5. The company also expanded availability of the Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card and introduced its EXPO Ultra Low Latency memory standard.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for various PC hardware components, including the BeQuiet Dark Rock 6 CPU Cooler, the Keychron K2 HE Concrete Edition keyboard, and the ASUS ProArt B850-Creator Wi-Fi Neo motherboard. The reviews cover aspects like typing experience and cooling performance.
Cooler Master and G.Skill team up to bring you actively cooled DRAM kits, answering that incredibly distant call for…
Cooler Master and G.Skill have partnered to introduce the MasterDimm, a new DDR5 memory kit featuring active cooling. This collaboration aims to address the heat generated by high-speed DDR5 memory, though the article questions the necessity and market demand for such a feature given current DRAM pricing issues. The MasterDimm kits will offer support for Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO profiles.
This Corsair RAM features 'light-emitting micro-drilling technology' and looks gorgeous but it's 2026 so…
Corsair has unveiled Shugo, a limited edition DDR5 RAM kit featuring a unique 'light-emitting micro-drilling technology' and artwork created in collaboration with community artists. Priced at $600 for a 32 GB DDR5-6000 kit, it is significantly more expensive than standard offerings, with the article noting current market trends and potential future price hikes for DRAM.
Team Group CEO warns that DRAM and SSD prices will still rise: 'If you need memory, we recommend purchasing it as…
Team Group CEO Gerry Chen warns that prices for DRAM and SSDs are likely to continue rising due to high AI server demand, which accounts for 40-50% of the memory market. He predicts supply shortages will persist until 2028 and advises consumers to purchase memory components sooner rather than later, as PC component prices may follow server market increases.
Asus’ Memorial Day Sale Has Everything You Need To Upgrade Your PC Setup
Asus is holding a Memorial Day sale featuring discounts on a variety of PC components, including laptops, monitors, and internal parts. The sale offers deals on products like the ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming laptop and ProArt monitors, aiming to help customers upgrade their PC setups. The sale runs until May 23.
Making black versions of Noctua's beige fans is 'less like painting a wooden fence... and more like changing the colour of a carbon-fibre Formula 1 part'
Noctua explains the significant delays in releasing black versions of their PC fans, attributing it to the extreme precision required in their manufacturing process. Introducing coloring pigments disrupts the delicate balance of injection molding, necessitating extensive re-tooling and testing to meet Noctua's high standards for performance and durability.
