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Steam Deck: Every gamer should own one

I bought the cheapest Steam Deck and have never regretted it. Over the past two years, the market for portable gaming consoles has nearly caught up with smartphones in terms of new device announcements. Practically every month, brands release several consoles. However, Valve’s Steam Deck tops all gaming rankings, and deservedly so. After spending about a year with this device, I can confidently say that the Steam Deck is the best thing to happen to portable gaming since the PSP. By the way, you can now buy the console at a fantastic discount. I should note that I am referring specifically to the base version of the Steam Console with an LCD screen and a 64 GB eMMC storage (which can be replaced with a 2 TB SSD at any time). The main reason for choosing this model in 2024 is the unjustifiably exorbitant price of the OLED version in our reality. To give you an idea, the price difference…

Sony PS5 Pro New Patent. Sony’s latest patent seemingly confirms rumors about a DLSS-style scaling technology that might be integrated into the PS5 Pro, potentially giving the new console model a significant performance edge over the current version. A few days ago, renowned journalist Jeff Grubb reported, citing his sources, that the PS5 Pro is set to release in 2024 and will feature proprietary hardware solutions. These solutions are designed to enhance resolution through machine learning and accelerate hardware support for ray tracing. Indeed, the patent filed by the Japanese company clearly illustrates the workings of a DLSS-style technology. This technology records Asset Aware Data (AAD) in the command buffer and Level of Detail (LOD) data in the system memory. This allows the GPU to use them for frame rendering in accordance with CPU requirements. While these are currently speculations, as there are no explicit references, Sony’s document seems to describe how the PS5 Pro could manage its new and…

Gigabyte has revealed the memory capacity of the upcoming Radeon RX 7600 XT graphics card.Twice as Much as Radeon RX 7600. There were rumors that this accelerator would have 10 or 12 GB of video memory, but it turns out there will be more – a full 16 GB. In the Eurasian Economic Commission database, two variants of the 7600 XT from Gigabyte appeared – the Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming OC 16GB and the Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming 16GB. The memory capacity is already indicated in the names. The other specifications of the rx7600xt are unknown. According to preliminary data, this video card will be built on a cut-down version of the Navi 32 GPU. Given that the Radeon RX 7600 XT will have more memory than the amd rx 7600, the memory bus width should be less than 192 bits, otherwise, the Radeon RX 7600 XT might cannibalize sales of the older model. Rumor has it that…

Intel’s 1.8nm process surpasses TSMC’s 2nm process, according to Intel’s CEO. Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger is confident that his company will outperform TSMC in the coming years. In an interview with Barrons’, he highlighted the strengths of Intel’s 18A process (1.8 nm) compared to TSMC’s N2 process (2 nm). Both the 18A and N2 processes will use GAA (RibbonFET) transistors, successors to the widely used FinFET technology. Intel’s 1.8 nm class process will also feature PowerVia, a reverse power feed technology that optimizes power and clock speed. Intel has already tested PowerVia on its 4 nm class process, showcased in Meteor Lake. According to the manufacturer’s internal tests, PowerVia demonstrates a >5% frequency improvement and >90% cell density on Intel 4. The 18A node will not be the first to use RibbonFET or PowerVia. This honor goes to the 20A process (2 nm), which will be launched in the 15th generation Arrow Lake processors next year. Intel may lead at…

RTX 40xx Super. Only the RTX 4070 Ti Super will see an increase in memory. The website VideoCardz has published a complete list of specifications for the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Super generation graphics cards. The lineup will include RTX 4070 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super, and RTX 4080 Super. Notably, only one graphics card will receive more memory — the RTX 4070 Ti Super (an additional 4 GB). The GeForce RTX 4070 Super’s GPU will consume more energy (by 10%). VideoCardz notes that the specifications of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Super series have been confirmed. The RTX 4070 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super, and RTX 4080 Super graphics cards are expected to be unveiled on January 17, 24, and 31, 2024, respectively. On December 25, the first images of the GeForce RTX 4070 Super from ASUS appeared online. Rumors suggest the new model will feature 12 GB of memory, an AD104-G350 processor with 7169 CUDA cores, and a…

Ayaneo and GPD have recently announced the first portable gaming consoles in the world equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U processor. The Ayaneo Flip is particularly notable as it is the first portable device with two screens powered by this processor. This console, resembling a small laptop, features one variant with a second screen in place of a keyboard. Additionally, Ayaneo Flip will offer both Ryzen 7 7840U and Ryzen 7 8840U processors. The key difference between these two processors is the presence of an upgraded XDNA module for AI processing in the Ryzen 7 8840U, although this does not significantly impact gaming performance. GPD, on the other hand, is preparing the Win Mini model based on this new APU. The Win Mini maintains the same form factor as the Ayaneo Flip but without the second screen. Currently, a version of the Win Mini is available with the Ryzen 7 7840U processor, with the updated model expected to launch…

AMD Begins Preparing for Zen 5 Processors LaunchThis could be indicated by the emergence of several patches for the Linux operating system. Over the last two days, six patches have been released for AMD’s power management controller driver for Linux. As reported by Phoronix, these PMC driver patches for the yet-to-be-released 1Ah family processors are likely related to the AMD Zen 5 generation, which will compete with the best processors from its competitor. One of the most important functions provided by the PMC includes various sleep states, including “s2idle,” a system sleep state only available to software. As important as these six patches are for the basic functionality of the system, they modify just two dozen lines of code and do not reveal anything else, at least at a cursory inspection. Nevertheless, considering the timing of these driver fixes shortly before 2024 and the constant stream of AMD patches for the 1Ah Linux family observable since July this year, it…

…But Not Everywhere A user on social network X, under the username @WigettaGaming, has published a list of specifications for all three upcoming Galaxy S24 flagships. It seems Samsung will return to using its own Exynos processors, but not in all models and not in all markets. According to the new information, the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy S24+ will only be available with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. However, the base model Galaxy S24 will be released with both the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and the Exynos 2400 — the former will be intended for the US and Canadian markets, while the latter will be shipped to other regions. The other specifications show minimal differences from their predecessors. The Galaxy S24 Ultra will feature a flat 6.8-inch screen with Quad HD+ resolution, a 1–120 Hz refresh rate, and a brightness of up to 2600 nits. The same display, but with a 6.7-inch diagonal, is announced for the…

The screen for the Pixel 8 Pro will cost $230, while the camera set will be priced at $200. Prices for parts of Google’s flagships have been revealed by iFixit. Google, it should be recalled, has partnered with iFixit to provide parts for the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro to all interested parties. Now the prices of these parts have been revealed. The most expensive components for both models are the screens. For the Pixel 8, it’s $160, and for the Pixel 8 Pro, it’s $230. The camera of the older model isn’t far behind in price: $200. It seems that this is the price for the entire module. For the Pixel 8, the prices are listed separately: $143 for the main camera and $63 for the ultra-wide. Additionally, the back cover is expensive: $143 for the Pixel 8 and $173 for the Pixel 8 Pro. Google Pixel 8 Review: A Blend of Sophistication and Power Introduction:The Google…

Nakto has released the F4 cargo electric bicycle. The cargo bike from the U.S. manufacturer, Nakto ebike F4, is equipped with a rear hub motor with a nominal power of 500 Watts (peak power of 1000 Watts). The motor generates a torque of 52 Nm. The maximum speed is 28 miles per hour (45 km/h). The 48 Volt 20 Ampere battery provides 960 Watt-hours of energy, ensuring a range of 40 to 60 miles (64 – 96 km) on a full charge. The battery charging time is 4-5 hours. The bike is equipped with a Trama 82B sprung fork suspension fork, providing a 60 mm travel for the front part. The seat post is made of aluminum, with height adjustability. The diameter of the seat post is 1 inch. The saddle has 2 damping springs. The bike’s design also includes rear suspension, ensuring comfortable riding on rough terrain. The 20-inch diameter and 3-inch width all-terrain fat tires provide additional cushioning…

Steam Deck: Every gamer should own one

Sony PS5 Pro New Patent:DLSS-Style Upscaling

RX 7600 XT to Feature 16 GB of Memory: Big Surprise from AMD

Intel’s 1.8nm Challenge to TSMC’s Dominance

RTX 40xx Super.Full specifications

Ayaneo and GPD have announced portable gaming consoles

AMD Gears Up for Zen 5: New Linux Patches

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Will Have the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Pixel 8 Inside: Cost of Pixel 8 Series Parts

Nakto eBike F4: Revolutionizing Transport with Electric Power