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Minisforum Mini WorkStation MS-01

Externally resembling a mini-PC, but with a couple of 10G SFP+ ports and space for a U.2 storage drive, the Minisforum Mini WorkStation MS-01 on Intel mobile CPUs has been introduced. Minisforum is preparing a PC type that’s atypical for the company. The model named Mini WorkStation MS-01, as you might guess from the name, is a workstation. However, it’s quite unusual. For example, it uses standard Intel Core processors, and moreover, mobile ones. To be precise, the Core i9-13900H, Core i5-12450H, or Core i9-12900H. One might think that this makes it a regular PC, but it’s not. For instance, it features two 10G SFP+ ports, three M.2 SSD slots, and a slot for a U.2 format storage drive. The port selection also includes a couple of RJ45 2.5G ports, two USB4, HDMI, two USB 2.0, and four USB 3.2 ports. Additionally, it has an efficient cooling system with two fans, space for installing a discrete graphics card, and dimensions…

The Chinese electric bike manufacturer Urtopia has announced the launch of Urtopia Fusion – a futuristic bicycle that can speak and supports interaction with the ChatGPT chatbot. ChatGPT inside the bicycle allows cyclists to communicate with the transport. A person can ask the bicycle about the weather, the route, or learn more about the destination. It is also possible to give commands, for example, to start recording a training session. The bike is equipped with LTE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS modules. There is a built-in fingerprint scanner on the handle for turning on and unlocking the bicycle.Specifications of Urtopia Fusion: The weight and maximum speed of the bicycle will be known later. The futuristic appearance of Urtopia Fusion is credited to Hartmut Esslinger, a designer from Apple. Urtopia Fusion can connect to a smartphone and synchronize with “Apple Health”, Strava, and “Google Maps” services. These services will help track travel routes and record activity data. There is a small pixel…

Nvidia Engineer Sharply Responds to Intel Head’s Claim of Luck in AI DominanceAn employee, formerly with Intel, asserted that the “Green Team’s” superiority stems from vision and execution, not luck. A few days ago, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger caused widespread bewilderment by attributing Nvidia’s current AI market dominance to sheer luck. He claimed that if Intel hadn’t discontinued its supercomputing GPU project in the 2000s, Nvidia would have been in trouble. This project was shut down just as Intel “let go” of Gelsinger, so he might have personal grievances about the situation. An engineer, who worked on Intel’s failed “Larrabee” project and now at Nvidia, countered Gelsinger, arguing that it wasn’t about “luck” but Nvidia’s strategic vision and effective execution – qualities Intel lacks. The outspoken Nvidia employee is Brian Catanzaro, noted in his biography as the Vice President of Applied Deep Learning Research at Nvidia. He previously appeared in videos about Nvidia’s Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) technology. In…

First off, the display quality is absolutely stunning. The MAG 274QRF-QD E2 Quantum Dots comes with a 27-inch Rapid IPS panel offering a QHD resolution of 2560×1440 pixels, which provides crisp, clear visuals that are a treat for the eyes. The monitor’s 180Hz refresh rate and rapid 1ms GtG (Gray-to-Gray) response time, as mentioned by MSI, ensure that every frame is rendered smoothly, making it perfect for fast-paced games. The color reproduction on this monitor is outstanding, thanks to its HDR support. Whether I’m playing games or watching movies, the colors are vibrant and true-to-life, enhancing my overall viewing experience. The MSI Quantum Dots Optix MAG274QRF-QD’s G-Sync compatibility is another feature that I find invaluable. It synchronizes the monitor’s refresh rate with my NVIDIA graphics card, eliminating screen tearing and minimizing display stutter and input lag. One aspect that really stands out is the monitor’s low input lag and quick response time, which is essential for competitive gaming. I’ve noticed…

The next Xbox console from Microsoft, planned for 2028, will combine AMD Zen 6 and RDNA5 hardware with cloud computing integration. Microsoft aims to create a unified device that allows users to play, stream, and create content. The console will utilize Microsoft’s cloud computing services, offering new levels of performance and deeper immersion into the gaming experience. The hardware includes a processor with AMD’s “Zen 6” architecture and a graphics processor based on the RDNA5 architecture. The use of an NPU (Neural Processing Unit) for accelerating artificial intelligence is also planned. Microsoft will develop a new version of the DirectX API and the Windows 12 operating system, which will support these updates. The company also mentions the development of a new controller, codenamed “Igraine,” capable of connecting to the cloud. The integration of AMD Zen 6 and RDNA5 into the next Xbox represents a significant step forward in gaming console technology. AMD’s Zen 6 architecture promises enhanced CPU performance, likely…

The compact computer market sees the introduction of another powerful mini-PC – the SZBOX S513. This device is equipped with an Intel Core i5-13500H processor, featuring four performance cores with a maximum clock frequency of 4.7 GHz and eight efficiency cores with speeds up to 3.7 GHz. This PC lacks a dedicated graphics processor but includes integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics. The manufacturer has incorporated an effective cooling system, ensuring stable and reliable processor performance. The mini-PC has dual-channel DDR4 RAM with a maximum frequency of 3200 MHz and can support up to 32 GB. The SSD storage capacity can reach up to 1 TB. For network connections, Wi-Fi 6 and gigabit Ethernet are available. The SZBOX S513 allows the connection of two monitors via HDMI and VGA ports. The HDMI port supports 4K resolution and a 60 Hz refresh rate, while the VGA port seems outdated compared to modern standards. As for connectivity ports, the mini-PC features six USB…

MSI Unveils Aegis Titanium PC Lineup with RTX 40 GPUs and 14th Gen Intel Processors MSI has introduced its new Aegis Titanium PC lineup, equipped with RTX 40 series graphic adapters and 14th generation Intel Core processors. The manufacturer offers several options depending on the customer’s budget. For instance, the most expensive configuration features an Intel Core i9-14900KF and a Z790 chipset motherboard. This PC is equipped with 32 GB of RAM and a 2 TB storage drive. The graphics are powered by the flagship GeForce RTX 4090. In China, this configuration is sold for $4177. The most budget-friendly model in the Aegis Titanium series comes with a Core i5-14600KF on a B760M chipset motherboard. It has an RTX 4060 Ti for graphics and 16 GB of RAM. This configuration is priced at $1260. MSI TITAN 18 HX, an 18-inch miniLED laptop equipped with Core i9-14900HX and RTX 4090 The introduction of the Aegis Titanium lineup by MSI marks a…

Intel Core i9-14900KF Achieves Best Liquid Nitrogen Overclocking Record at 8843 MHzThe achieved frequency itself was the highlight of this result. As we enter the last week of the year, and with CES 2024 starting only in the second week of January, non-political news becomes rare during this period. In such times, we turn back to the origins of news — overclocking finds its rightful place on website pages. Recently, South Korean enthusiast Safedisk made headlines by overclocking an Intel Core i9-14900KF processor using liquid nitrogen, validating it on CPU-Z at a frequency of 8849 MHz with eight cores and eight threads active. According to descriptions of this and previous experiments, the Korean overclocker used a standard processor, not an engineering sample, but removed the standard heat spreader cap for direct mounting of the liquid nitrogen reservoir on the processor crystal. Essentially, this frequency is the highest achieved for any processor using liquid nitrogen, as a higher result of 9044…

A More Affordable Version of RedmiBook 16 2024 Introduced: What’s Been Cut?Core i5-13500H Replaced with Core i5-12450H Xiaomi has announced that the RedmiBook 16 for the 2024 model year is now available for pre-order on Xiaomi Youpin at a price of $475 for the 16/512 GB version and $500 for the 16 GB / 1 TB version. The RedmiBook 16 2024 features a 16-inch screen with a resolution of 1920 × 1200 pixels, a 120 Hz frame rate, and a maximum brightness of 400 cd The screen covers 100% of the sRGB color space and has received Rheinland certification for low blue light levels and flicker-free performance. The laptop has an all-metal body approximately 15.9 mm thick and weighs about 1.63 kg. It is equipped with a 56 Wh battery and a 100 W GaN adapter. The laptop can play 1080P local video for up to 14 hours. It is equipped with four microphones and two speakers. The laptop supports…

Intel Promises a 70-Fold Increase in the Number of Transistors in Chips According to Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, the company aims to “pack” 1 trillion transistors into a processor—about 70 times more than in its existing proprietary solutions. He explained how such progress is possible, its relation to Moore’s Law, and when the chipmaker intends to implement this ambitious plan. Transistors are the basic logic elements of a processor. The performance of a chip depends on their number, similar to how the analytical capabilities of a brain depend on the number of cells. Each new generation of chips is usually equipped with an increasing number of transistors. According to the original interpretation of Moore’s Law, their number doubles every 24 months. Gelsinger stated that Moore’s Law is still “alive and well,” but the industry now doubles the number of transistors every three years, not annually. “I think we’ve been declaring the ‘death’ of Moore’s Law for about three to four…

Minisforum Mini WorkStation MS-01

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i9-14900KF at 8843 MHz Record: Liquid Nitrogen Overclocking

RedmiBook 16 2024 Introduced: What’s Been Cut?

Intel: Aiming for a Trillion Transistors in Next-Gen Chips