Hardware and Accessories

Finally! Windows 11 is bringing all your Start menu items together in a single, scrollable space. Insiders in the Dev Channel are the first to try the update, which ditches separate tabs so you see your pinned and all apps instantly — no more switching back and forth.

CherryTree Inc., known for its wild hardware projects, just dropped a fascinating experiment: engineers breathed new life into an empty Gigabyte GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER cooler by turning it into an ultra-compact powerhouse mini-PC case.

Someone decided to put the Nintendo Switch 2’s performance to the test using Minecraft. The video demonstrates how the console copes with the game when a thousand TNT blocks are set up and then detonated simultaneously.

The Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is a conference for developers on Apple platforms that has been held since 1983. In this article, we have collected all the most interesting things that were shown at the show in 2025.

While NVIDIA hasn’t officially unveiled an RTX 5090 with 48GB of memory, compelling evidence suggests such a version has already been demoed — albeit indirectly. Thanks to leaks, eagle-eyed users, and the recent appearance of 3GB GDDR7 modules on the open market, it’s clear: plans for a flagship card with extra VRAM may have been in the works before current-gen models even launched.

Early adopters of the new Nintendo Switch 2 have discovered a fascinating feature: plugging standard keyboards and mice into the console's dock makes them work instantly in many games, with virtually no setup required.

Google's touting fresh speed gains for its Chrome browser. The latest test build (v139) has notched a record score on the Speedometer 3.0 benchmark, clocking in 10% faster than its August 2024 performance. Engineers focused on memory tweaks, smarter caching, and data structure optimizations — changes Google claims deliver snappier page loads and better overall responsiveness.

As expected, during the Xbox Games Showcase, the ROG Xbox Ally was officially announced — a gaming device created in collaboration between ASUS and Microsoft. Rumors about this handheld PC had been circulating for several months, and at one point, actual photos of the device even leaked online. Until recently, we could only guess about its features — but now we have official information and even first impressions from tech reviewers. We’ve compiled the key details for you in this article.

Lenovo just unveiled its new budget warrior, the Aurora GK10. Seriously, for the price, this thing is ridiculous – it crams in features usually reserved for pricier boards: full mechanical switches, RGB lighting, and hot-swap sockets, all at entry-level cash.

Forget bulky towers — this Steam Deck now tucks neatly under an Apple keyboard. A Reddit enthusiast has crafted a screenless desktop PC using the handheld's guts, 3D printing, and VR glasses for display.

Google is expanding the capabilities of its Gemini AI assistant. The service now supports scheduled tasks — a feature designed to automate routines and simplify daily planning.

Microsoft is fundamentally changing how Windows works on handheld gaming PCs. Instead of loading to the traditional desktop, new devices like the ASUS ROG Ally X will boot straight into a full-screen Xbox interface. Updates will also add controller-friendly Windows navigation and unify games from Steam, Epic, and Xbox into a single library. These features will roll out to other Windows 11 handhelds over time.

AMD adds two new processors to its handheld gaming lineup. The Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and Ryzen Z2 A chips expand the Z2 series, offering solutions from AI-capable devices to budget systems focused on battery life.

Silicon's physical constraints are hindering further electronics miniaturization. Researchers at the University of Tokyo have unveiled a solution: novel transistors based on gallium-doped indium oxide (InGaOx), fabricated using a unique technique. These devices not only overcome silicon's barriers but also demonstrate record-breaking stability, paving the way for ultra-dense, energy-efficient chips of the future.

Razer's gaming peripherals are sporting a radical new look. Ditching the usual opaque shells, the new Phantom Green collection features semi-transparent housings that reveal the tech inside. This design overhaul hits the updated Basilisk V3 Pro, BlackWidow V4 75%, Barracuda X Chroma, and Firefly V2 Pro — all aiming to amplify the visual impact of Razer's signature Chroma RGB lighting.

Tired of constantly reapplying thermal paste on your AMD AM5 CPU? Chinese maker Coracer has unveiled the GPE-01 thermal pad, designed specifically for AM5 sockets. They claim seriously impressive specs: thermal conductivity up to 130 W/m·K and a lifespan hitting 10 years.

A surprising new player has hit the mini-PC market: the Wo-We device, sporting a price tag so low it feels almost unreal. For just $45, you get a fully functional desktop computer, ready to go.

The market for desktop PC discrete graphics cards saw unprecedented consolidation in Q1 2025. Research from Jon Peddie Research (JPR) reveals a landscape dominated almost entirely by a single player.

Oukitel has rolled out the rugged WP55 Pro 5G, packing a colossal 11,000 mAh battery and serious IP68/IP69K & MIL-STD-810H certified protection as its main selling points.

Sources confirm an upcoming desktop GeForce RTX 5050, but its specs — especially the 8GB of GDDR6 memory instead of modern GDDR7 — are raising eyebrows. This decision seems baffling given the recent wave of criticism that slammed the RTX 5060 precisely for having only 8GB.