Desktop GPU Shipments Hit Four-Year High Amid Price Hikes

Nothing is preparing to release a premium version of its over-ear headphones, but the upgrade comes with a significant battery trade-off and a higher price tag.

The next generation of wireless networking is moving from niche to mainstream, driven by a surge in both consumer hardware and enterprise infrastructure investments.

The Comu Action Pro offers long battery life and magnetic attachment, but raises questions about whether a dedicated device is worth more than a phone's built-in features.

Enterprises face mounting bills as agentic AI consumes significantly more tokens than traditional chatbots. New desktop units aim to shift workloads off the cloud to curb expenses.

Insta360's new Luna Pro gimbal camera has been officially detailed, revealing a 1-inch sensor with Leica optics and 8K video capabilities that complement its focus on vertical content. Priced at $600, the device offers pro-grade features like 10-bit I-Log and a detachable touchscreen to compete with the higher-end Luna Ultra.

The new Yoto devices feature a programmable green button and doubled storage, aiming to simplify daily audio routines for children.

Used high-end components offer significant upfront savings, but their aging hardware leads to higher energy consumption that can offset the initial discount over time.

A self-taught engineer has built a wall-mounted computer using 460 recycled Soviet vacuum tubes, prioritizing historical authenticity over modern convenience and efficiency.

Yoto has released its fourth-generation audio players, featuring a dedicated button for quick access to favorite stories and significantly increased storage capacity.

Yoto has released fourth-generation audio players for children, featuring a new button for quick access to favorites and improved durability. The update aims to reduce friction in daily family routines while maintaining the platform's card-based discovery model.

The focus at IFA 2026 has moved beyond adding AI features to making devices capable of independent, offline processing. This shift addresses privacy concerns and reduces latency for complex tasks.

A Boise State University project aims to solve a 60-year computing bottleneck by moving calculations directly into memory chips, promising significant efficiency gains for low-power devices.

Buyers face a fragmented market where Synology, QNAP, and Asustor each prioritize different technical strengths, creating significant gaps in performance and price.

Shenzhen’s electronics markets allow engineers to source components and prototypes within hours, a speed that challenges traditional global manufacturing timelines.

Apple's latest processor abandons traditional memory stacking to improve cooling efficiency, a move that prioritizes long-term performance over raw speed.

While digital viruses grab the headlines, a physical phenomenon from the 1990s continues to silently damage hardware. Electrostatic discharge is a stealthy killer that can destroy expensive parts without any visible warning, making it a critical risk for anyone handling computer components.

Raspberry Pi has released five new hardware options, ranging from local AI accelerators to budget-friendly single-board computers, catering to diverse user needs.

A massive new analysis of over 443,000 hard drives reveals significant differences in failure rates between major manufacturers, challenging common assumptions about storage durability.

A new industrial computer aims to simplify factory automation by replacing rigid legacy systems with flexible, pre-configured edge appliances.

Apple has introduced the AirPods 5, bringing a significant upgrade to its most affordable true wireless earbuds.

Framework is lowering the cost of its modular memory modules and refunding customers who paid more, a rare move during the ongoing global memory shortage.

A Brazilian modder has successfully built a working prototype of the RTX 3070 Ti with 16GB of VRAM, a configuration that never reached retail shelves. By combining components from different Nvidia cards, the creator bypassed the original 8GB memory limit.

Newly built computers often run inefficiently out of the box. Simple BIOS adjustments can unlock paid-for speed and reduce heat without complex hardware changes.

The new Phanteks AMP GH 750W unit delivers high-end performance at a mid-range price, but its graphics card connector has a power ceiling that could affect the most demanding setups.

Phanteks has released a new mainstream power supply that balances high-end components with aggressive pricing. While it delivers excellent electrical performance and a sleek design, a specific limitation on its GPU connector may affect high-end users.

A major price cut brings the cheapest high-speed storage option under $503, offering significant savings for users seeking top-tier performance without the premium cost.