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Loongson is one of the few CPU developers from China not expected to be directly hit byU.S. sanctions. It uses the MIPS-originatedLoongArchinstruction set architecture (ISA) and employs a China-based foundry to make its chips. This is perhaps why Loongson has quite an ambitious roadmap that spans across markets and includes datacenter CPUs with up to 128 cores, according to slides published byEE Times China. Loongson’s CPU product roadmap until 2025 outlines an ambitious plan to improve performance and expand market reach across desktops, laptops, and servers....

It’s not often someone snags a brand-new GPU for almost 60% off its original MSRP. But, a lucky shopper hit the jackpot on anRTX 4070 Super, still one of thebest graphics cards, and got away with that during a Walmart clearance sale. the_dirtycasual onRedditshared an image of a new PNY RTX 4070 Super Vetro X they got for 58% off MSRP, paying just $350 for theAda LovelaceGPU. Snagging a new Nvidia GPU for 50% off or greater is rare....

Modern AI data centers consume enormous amounts of power, and it looks like they will get even more power-hungry in the coming years as companies likeGoogle,Microsoft, Meta, and OpenAI strive towards artificial general intelligence (AGI). Oracle has alreadyoutlined plans to use nuclear power plants for its 1-gigawatt datacenters. It looks like Microsoft plans to do the same as it just inked a deal to restart a nuclear power plant to feed its data centers, reportsBloomberg....

When it comes to PC startup sounds, none are quite as iconic as the original Windows 95 startup tune. This class 6-second jingle meant much more than just “your PC is ready.” It was an exciting invitation to start your computing adventure. As of this week, the beloved Windows 95 startup sound has been officially immortalized in the Library of Congress through theNational Recording Registry. If you’re unfamiliar with the National Recording Registry, this special initiative handled by the Library of Congress began with the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000....

Minisforum has launched its secondAtomMan brandeddevice, this time with its eye on Mini PCs designed for gaming. The firm’s premium sub-brand is used here for a device offering the twin charms, and AMD Advantage blessings, of aRyzen R9 7945HXandRadeonRX 7600M XT. Curiously, the newAtomMan G7 Ptappears to be a rejigged version of the proposed Minisforum HX200G which wasshowcased at CES 2024back in January. As per our headline, Minisforum claims this is “the world’s first AMD Advantage-certified A+A high-performance Mini PC....

In most cases, if an MSI monitor is not working, it indicates some form of connection or hardware issues. However, it is also possible that a bug in a recent update suddenly stopped it from working. Whenever you experience such issues, follow the possible solutions we have mentioned below. If you can’t resolve it, your monitor is likely damaged, and you should consider showing it to a hardware specialist. Check for Computer Issues Before you begin, ensure the issue is not with your motherboard but the monitor by checking if the computer powers up....

MemryX, a technology start-up originating from the University of Michigan, has launched a $149M.2 module [PDF]designed to provide efficient AI processing capabilities for compact computing systems. The module targets edge computing applications, where power efficiency and compact design are critical. Packing four MemryX MX3 AI accelerator chips onto a standard M.2 2280 form factor, enables the module to be easily integrated into systems equipped with a PCIe Gen 3 M.2 slot....

Online retailer Newegg has announced the start of its newCPU Trade-In Programthis morning, along with a limited-time PC Trade-In Program with Intel. The full PC Trade-In program will run until August 11th, and CPU trade-ins are expected to join GPU trade-ins as an evergreen part of Newegg’s Refreshed services. For those upgrading their computer’s silicon, what to do with the old processor can present many questions. Should you sell it on eBay for a reasonable return?...

Newegg is getting further into refurbished tech with its Newegg Refreshed program, which offers products refurbished by the retailer itself and acts as a trade-in mechanism for PC components. Many popular products, like graphics cards, PCs, and Apple devices will be offered and traded through Newegg Refreshed. The program is ostensibly to offer customers better and more environmentally-friendly deals, but it also appears to be a step towards righting the company’s fuzzy record on used products....

Noctuashowed off its highly anticipated next-generation NH-D15 CPU air cooler atComputex2024. The newNoctua NH-D15 G2is primed to claim the throne as the ultimate air cooler, but it has taken the firm a decade since the original NH-D15 succeeded the legendaryNH-D14to prepare this successor. Fundamental changes with the new NH-D15 G2 design include quieter fans, more heatpipes, a denser fin stack, and a new offset design. PC DIYers should be able to grab a new Noctua NH-D15 G2 later this month....

Alongside the launch of the company’s brand-newRTX 4070 Ti Super GPU, Nvidia has announced RTX Video HDR. The new driver-level feature takes advantage of the Tensor cores on RTX graphics cards and allows users to see HDR colors in videos that were originally filmed in SDR, theoretically enhancing visual quality for free. Available withNvidia’s latest 551.23 Game Ready drivers, RTX Video HDR is yet another AI-powered technology from Nvidia that seeks to make videos look better....

Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5060 Ti and vanilla RTX 5060 announcement today officially marks the end of theBlackwell RTX 50-series GPUlaunch — the first stage, at least. Second-stage refreshes will likely happen early next year, and if our guess is correct, we’ll probably see 24Gb (3GB) GDDR7 modules on all of the cards, providing 50% more VRAM across the full suite. But for now, we have the RTX 5060 Ti in both 16GB and 8GB trim, along with the RTX 5060 with 8GB of memory....

If you wish to try out the “breakfast of geniuses,” the Nvidia Breakfast Bytes firstseen at GTC 2025are now available at Denny’s restaurants. This is the first product of 2025 with the Nvidia name on it that is readily available, is purchasable at the expected price, and is affordable. However, thissub-$5 breakfastof 520 calories made up mostly of flour, processed meat, and sugars, is probably as bad for your health as anRTX 50 graphics cardis for your bank balance....