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Samsung announces next-gen 3D memory when all we want is reasonably priced DDR5
Samsung has unveiled a new generation of 3D memory and storage technology at the Future of Memory and Storage show in Santa Clara, showcasing advances aimed largely at data centres and AI accelerators rather than everyday consumer devices. Although the innovations are technically impressive, the announcement highlights a growing frustration among consumers: with memory manufacturing…
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Chinese RAM is reportedly landing in laptops from HP, Asus and Acer but it won’t change the memory crisis overnight
Reports indicate that memory chips manufactured in China are beginning to appear in laptops from major PC brands including HP, Asus and Acer, as manufacturers look for ways to ease pressure from a global RAM shortage. The move reflects how deeply the memory crunch—driven by surging demand for AI-related components and constrained production capacity—has forced…
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MasterCraft brings CarPlay and Android Auto to its pontoon boats
MasterCraft Boat Holdings has announced that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will come to select pontoon boats, bringing smartphone-linked infotainment to on-water navigation for the first time. New models from its Crest and Balise sub-brands will launch with the feature from next month, extending phone-mirroring technology beyond cars and into a marine setting where standard…
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Save $750 Off Gigabyte’s Flagship AORUS Master Gaming Laptop With GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Graphics
Walmart is offering a $750 discount on Gigabyte’s flagship AORUS Master 16″ gaming laptop, bringing the price down to $1,999 for a limited time. The deal is notable for pairing high-end components at a significantly reduced cost, making Nvidia’s latest mobile graphics hardware more accessible to gamers seeking a premium portable rig. The laptop features…
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Texas orders audit of surging data centre power demand
Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered state utility bodies to audit all proposed new data centres, directing the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to collect information on developers’ ownership, finances, power and water requirements, and plans to limit harm to residents. The order came after ERCOT revealed it…
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Now you can securely link multiple phones to one Signal account
Signal has updated its secure messaging app to allow users to link multiple phones to a single account, expanding on its existing support for linking PCs and iPads. Previously, only one phone number could be paired with additional non-phone devices, so this change makes it easier for people who regularly use more than one Android…
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We just got our first real look at how small X’s ad business is
SpaceX, which now owns X, reported the platform’s advertising revenue for the first time since Elon Musk took the company private, revealing just how much the business has shrunk under his ownership. X brought in $367 million in advertising revenue in the second quarter of 2026, a modest rise from the previous quarter but far…
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Android app developers may be unwittingly sharing their users’ location data with advertisers
The Electronic Frontier Foundation has warned Android app developers that third-party software components embedded in their apps may be quietly sharing users’ precise location data with advertisers and data brokers, often without the developer’s knowledge. This happens because software development kits (SDKs) used for advertising and monetisation automatically inherit whatever permissions the host app has…
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Meet Wrinkles, an AI app that uncovers the hidden stories of the places around you
A new app called Wrinkles uses a smartphone’s location to automatically surface historical and cultural stories about nearby places, functioning as an AI-powered audio tour guide that lets users explore without staring at their screens. Available on iOS and Android, it was co-founded by advertising executive David Stemler and serial entrepreneur Ryan Hansan, childhood friends…
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The Travel-Friendly Orico Power Strip With AC Outlets and 65W USB Ports Drops Below $20
Amazon is offering the Orico Travel-Friendly Power Strip for $19.79 with a discount code, down from its usual $35.99 price. The compact charging station appeals to travellers who need both AC outlets and USB charging in a single device without the bulk of a traditional power strip. The 7-in-1 unit includes three 1,250W AC outlets,…