The Pixel 10a is shaping up to be Google’s next budget champion, reportedly sticking with a modified Tensor G4 chipset. This strategic move could bring back the deep discounts that made earlier A-series phones legendary. With Google’s camera magic and software optimization, raw specs might not matte
Fractal Design has unveiled its Ion 3 Gold power supply series built to the latest ATX12V 3.1 standard. The fully modular units feature updated PCIe Gen 5 connectors and start at £104.99 for the 750W model with a 10-year warranty backing them up.
AMD is negotiating with several customers for AI chip partnerships on the scale of its OpenAI deal, which could generate $100 billion in revenue. The company plans to launch its next-gen Instinct MI450 series in the second half of 2025 as it competes more directly with NVIDIA.
A new partnership aims to solve AI’s growing data traffic jam. Sivers Semiconductors and POET Technologies are combining laser and optical interposer tech to create new light engines for hyperscale data centers. Prototypes are slated for 2026.
GE Aerospace and Shield AI are collaborating on propulsion for the X-BAT autonomous fighter program. The partnership will use GE’s F110 engine with vectoring exhaust nozzle for vertical takeoff and landing capabilities.
Nintendo’s Switch 2 has sold over 10 million units in its first three months, making it the fastest-selling console launch ever. The company is shifting development focus to the new platform while expanding its movie universe beyond Mario and Zelda.
OnePlus is taking mobile gaming seriously with its new Performance Tri-Chip system. The setup includes dedicated processors for touch response, connectivity, and main performance to create a competitive gaming phone.
Valve just released a major Steam Deck update that finally addresses the device’s most frustrating download limitation. The handheld can now complete downloads with the screen off, automatically entering low-power mode while keeping everything running.
Apple is reportedly developing an affordable MacBook that could start at just $599. Codenamed J700, it would use iPhone processors instead of M-series chips and target students and casual users. The device might launch in multiple colors in early 2026.
According to reports, Apple is testing a new budget Mac that would cost less than $1,000. The device would use an iPhone-class processor but still outperform early M1 Macs.
