Flying in economy class has always been a less than desirable experience for most travelers. From long queues to uncomfortable seats, the whole process can be quite stressful. However, one aspect that has always been lacking is the in-flight entertainment system. In the past, passengers had to put up with low resolution LCD screens with
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Twitch, a popular streaming platform, recently made an announcement regarding an update to its rules. The spokesperson delivering the message appeared disheartened and weary, indicating that this was not the first time such a statement had been made. The essence of the update was to ensure that the rules remain effective and stay abreast of
The archaeological digs at Intel’s Magdeburg mega-fab site in Germany have uncovered significant historical findings. Dating back to the Neolithic period, the remains of multiple burial mounds, including a chariot burial, have been unearthed. Dr. Oliver Dietrich described the discovery of two monumental mounds that covered wooden grave chambers, each containing several burials, which were
China has taken a significant step in its ongoing tech war with the United States by seeking to ban the use of Intel and AMD CPUs in government computers. Additionally, China aims to phase out the use of Microsoft Windows in government systems. These guidelines were issued to government officials last year, and the transition
AMD has recently announced the introduction of new “F” versions of its Ryzen 8000 Series desktop APUs. These new chips, which include the Ryzen 7 8700F and the Ryzen 5 8400F, are designed without the integrated GPU. This essentially means that the graphics component has been disabled, resulting in what is essentially a CPU. While
When it comes to gaming, we all love the promise of improved performance through driver updates. Intel’s Arc series is no exception, with the recent release of the 5379 drivers boasting significant increases in FPS for popular titles like Dragon’s Dogma 2. However, upon closer inspection, the results may not be as groundbreaking as originally
Valve’s celebration of the Steam Deck OLED launch involved the creation of an orb constructed from 100 OLED prototypes that were available in their office. Instead of relying on computer-generated imagery, Valve decided to use practical photography to showcase the capabilities of the new handheld device. To document this endeavor, Valve released a timelapse video
Nvidia recently unveiled its latest GPU architecture, Blackwell, which comes packed with numerous upgrades that cater to AI inference and provide tantalizing hints about the future of next-gen gaming graphics cards. The announcement of Blackwell at GTC was met with great enthusiasm, as major tech companies wasted no time in securing systems equipped with this
Sony’s PlayStation VR2 for the PlayStation 5 has been met with mixed reviews due to its limitations. The headset is restricted to only working with the PlayStation system, which significantly limits its versatility. Additionally, there is a lack of high-quality VR games available for the device, making it less appealing to consumers. Finally, the price
In August 2022, the CHIPS Act was signed into law with the goal of enhancing US semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. The focus is not only on commercial benefits but also on strategic reasons, such as reducing dependence on Asian manufacturing. Recently, significant amounts of money have been allocated to attract chipmakers to establish their operations in