Today's Hardware Pulse
Nvidia driver hints at progress on next‑gen DLSS 5
Nvidia’s latest GeForce Game Ready driver (610.47) adds three new DLSS profile options, indicating continued work on DLSS 5 neural‑rendering technology. The earlier DLSS 5 reveal sparked debate over AI‑driven image alteration, and this driver update provides the first concrete sign of advancement.
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By the numbers: Cyient Semiconductors raises $30M Series funding
Chip Industry Week In Review
Arm unveiled its first internally designed AGI CPU built on TSMC’s 3 nm process, targeting power‑efficient AI data‑center workloads. Gartner predicts inference costs for 1‑trillion‑parameter LLMs will fall more than 90 % by 2030, while Google warns quantum computers could break current encryption by 2029. Elon Musk announced a $22‑$25 billion Texas “Terafab” to deliver over a terawatt of compute for SpaceX, Tesla and xAI, and GlobalFoundries filed patent lawsuits against Tower Semiconductor. The week also saw major funding rounds for AI‑chip startups and expanded manufacturing initiatives from Apple, Lumentum and others.
AR Glasses Seamlessly Run on HP EliteBoard with 6K Display
Can confirm the @xreal_global and @rayneo_global AR glasses both work on @hp’s new EliteBoard G1a keyboard PC with @amd AI 5 PRO 340. I also connected it to the @dell 52” 6K monitor over TB4 and got power, data and...
Viasat & QEST Explore Next-Generation Multi-Band Antenna
Viasat and antenna specialist QEST have begun a joint study to create a dual‑band X‑band/Ka‑band airborne terminal that builds on Viasat’s Hybrid SATCOM Approach platform. The project will replace the GAT5530’s Ku‑band aperture with QEST’s TRL‑9 X‑band hardware, enabling aircraft...
TEKEVER Successfully Integrates Quadsat Electronic Warfare Payload SpectraLoc Onto AR3 EVO Drone Platform
TEKEVER and Denmark’s Quadsat have completed flight integration tests of Quadsat’s SpectraLoc electronic‑warfare payload on the TEKEVER AR3 EVO tactical drone. The trial demonstrated the platform‑agnostic payload’s ability to detect and geolocate hostile RF emitters while airborne, cutting reliance on traditional...
Nanoverse Technologies Announces New Tools
Nanoverse Technologies (NVT) unveiled a new family of advanced packaging tools that combine laser singulation with integrated metrology. The flagship NVT 7700 can process up to 30 wafers per hour with sub‑3 µm placement accuracy and delivers die‑break strength two to three...
Ex-BYD, Huawei Engineers Launch Compact 32 Km/H Bike Motor
Turn Any Bike Electric: Ex-BYD and Huawei Engineers Unveil Compact 32 km/h Drive System via @Rainmaker1973 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/z9nN0Ue1kP
The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 Appears on PassMark for the First Time, Raising New Questions About Intel’s Entry-Level Strategy
Intel's Core Ultra 3 205, an Arrow Lake‑S entry‑level CPU, has finally appeared on PassMark with a 26,244 overall score and a 4,586 single‑thread rating. The chip features an 8‑core 4P/4E hybrid architecture, 4.9 GHz turbo, 15 MB cache and integrated Xe graphics, but...
ASUS X870 BIOS References to “Future CPU Support” Are Once Again Fueling Speculation About Upcoming AMD Desktop CPUs
ASUS has posted beta BIOS updates for its X870, B850, X670 and B650 motherboards that include a vague "Future CPU Support" note, sparking renewed speculation about a new AMD desktop processor line. Official ASUS support pages, however, only reference AGESA...
ASML Seeks Partnerships with Indian Firms, Team to Visit Semiconductor Units Across the Country: Ashwini Vaishnaw
ASML announced plans to partner with Indian semiconductor firms, sending a delegation to visit local chip‑making units. The move aligns with India’s Semiconductor Mission 2.0, which expands focus from pure manufacturing to design, materials, equipment, chemicals and gases. Union Minister...
Nintendo 3DS Debuts in North America, March 27 2011
#ThisDayInTechHistory. March 27, 2011. The Nintendo 3DS launched in North America, priced at US$249.99. #Gaming #Technology #History @Nintendo https://t.co/pYD9M6PqRT
Valeo's Invisible Trailer Lets Drivers See Through Cargo
Valeo’s ‘Invisible Trailer’ Tech Lets Drivers See Straight Through Their Load by @Khulood_Almani #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology #TechForGood https://t.co/DVtIYuOjJj
Telecom News: Comporium, T-Mobile, Spirent Communications
Comporium announced a $4.7 million fiber rollout in Transylvania County, North Carolina, aimed at closing broadband gaps in rural communities. T‑Mobile’s Hometown Grants program has now surpassed $21.5 million, funding infrastructure projects in 475 small towns across 49 states and Puerto Rico....
Quantum Battery Prototype Achieves Ultra‑Fast Charging
Scientists demonstrate quantum battery prototype with rapid charging #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/AxphAp5wAP https://t.co/HjngLBmLdA
Microchip SAM9X75 Hybrid Automotive MCU – Surprisingly ARM9 Is Still a Thing in 2026
Microchip has introduced the SAM9X75 Hybrid automotive MCU, a System‑in‑Package that retains the classic ARM926EJ‑S core running up to 800 MHz while integrating up to 2 Gbit DDR3L memory and a rich set of peripherals. The device is automotive‑qualified (AEC‑Q100 Grade 2) and...
GoSwap Secures Backing From Azur Innovation Fund to Expand Urban Mobility Network
Moroccan electric‑mobility startup GoSwap has closed a seed round exceeding $2 million, led by Azur Innovation Fund, to scale its battery‑as‑a‑service network. The company’s swap stations, already 20 in Casablanca, let users replace scooter batteries in under 10 seconds, cutting operating...
SMIC Supplies Chip Tools to Iran's Military, Sparks US Concerns
Reuters: SMIC, China’s largest chipmaker, has sent chipmaking tools to Iran’s military, two senior Trump administration officials said on Thursday, raising questions about Beijing’s stance in the month-old U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. https://t.co/5g4DGtQLIB
Best Rear Bike Lights for Safer Riding in 2026—8 Top Picks + 3 Editor-Tested Radar Taillights
The article reviews the eight best rear bike lights for 2026, highlighting both traditional LED units and radar‑enabled taillights. It details key specifications such as lumens, battery life, charging method, and unique features like automatic brake illumination and vehicle detection....
Allocate $10,000 Across Five AI Stocks to Capture the Boom
Investors can follow a $10,000 allocation model that spreads capital across Nvidia, Broadcom, TSMC, Microsoft and Nebius. The mix balances the market leader with diversified exposure to custom chips, foundry capacity, cloud services and fast‑growing AI software.
Oura Ring 4 Crowned Top Sleep Tracker After Year‑long Test
A Tom's Guide writer who wore the Oura Ring 4 every day for a year rates it the best sleep‑tracking wearable of 2026, citing 90+ sleep scores and deeper insight into sleep stages. The endorsement comes as luxury jewelers launch...
Nex Playground Console Hikes to $299, First Price Increase Since Launch
Nex Playground announced a $50 price hike to $299 effective April 1, marking the first increase since the console’s debut. CEO David Lee blamed soaring memory and storage component costs, driven by AI infrastructure demand, while the company kept its Play...
Bridgit Mendler Outlines Northwood’s Vision for Rapidly Deployable Ground Infrastructure
Northwood Space, led by former Disney star Bridgit Mendler, unveiled its strategy to create rapidly deployable satellite ground infrastructure. The company raised $100 million in a Series B round and has already fielded Portal phased‑array units in Australia and another continent, with...
Kindle Scribe Outshines iPad Air in Bright Sunlight
I took the Amazon Kindle Scribe Colorsoft and Apple iPad Air out into the sun for a drawing test. I'd only recommend one in direct sunlight. https://t.co/YA57Zk30Zd
Semiconductor Volatility Spikes: Micron Down 2%, Sandisk Slides 3%, Velo3D Plunges
Micron Technology fell 2% and Western Digital’s Sandisk slipped 3% after Google unveiled a new AI‑memory compression method, while specialty‑chip maker Velo3D saw its shares plunge sharply. The moves highlight how rapid tech‑research breakthroughs can ignite intra‑day volatility in the...
Meta Starts Building $27 B Hyperion AI Data Center on 2,250‑Acre Louisiana Site
Meta has begun construction of the Hyperion AI data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, a $27 billion, 4‑million‑square‑foot facility on 2,250 acres. The project is spurring a wave of local catering businesses while underscoring a $630‑$700 billion AI‑data‑center spending surge in 2026.
The $79 Earbuds That Are Making the Audio Industry Very Nervous
Anker's Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds launch at $79.99, delivering premium features once reserved for $200‑plus flagships. They boast adaptive noise cancellation that eliminates up to 98.5% of ambient sound, Hi‑Res audio certification, and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. Battery life reaches 10 hours per...
The 6 Most Reliable Walkie Talkies for When You Need Them Most
The article reviews six of the most reliable walkie talkies, ranging from budget-friendly two‑packs with NOAA weather alerts to high‑power GMRS units and a satellite messenger. It highlights each model’s power options, waterproof ratings, range claims, and unique accessories such...
AVX‑512’s Extra Registers Eliminate FMA Spill Bottleneck
For a balanced architecture, it feels like there should be a rule of the form: 3*[fma latency]*[fma unit count] < [register name count] The 3 comes from the fact that you have up to 3 operands that feed each FMA. For example: on...
Hong Kong: Powering Next-Gen Clean Energy and Innovation
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, backed by the Innovation and Technology Commission, has launched two InnoHK research centers to accelerate clean‑energy and advanced‑electronics development. The centers will focus on perovskite photovoltaic cells, green hydrogen production and storage, solid‑state...
I Love Sony's Latest Headphones. But Its Older Ones Are Nearly as Good (and Cheaper)
Sony's WH‑1000XM6 headphones deliver top‑tier active noise cancellation and premium sound, but carry a $400 price tag. The older WH‑1000XM5, now discounted to about $225 during Amazon's Spring Sale, offers comparable battery life and solid ANC at roughly $300 regular...
'A Dream Come True': Revolutionary AI Smart Glasses Win $1.4 Million ‘Nobel Prize’ to Combat Dementia
CrossSense’s AI‑enabled smart glasses have captured the £1 million (≈$1.4 million) Longitude Prize for dementia, a prize aimed at practical solutions rather than pure research. The device, equipped with the Wispy assistant, offers real‑time visual and auditory cues to help users with...
M4 Max Mac Studio Outshines Mac Pro for Years
Feeling good about buying a Mac Studio last week. M4 Max, 4TB/64GB. It’s the only desktop I’ll need for years to come. Mac Pro just doesn’t make much sense anymore. (Yes I know an M5 Studio is coming. Who cares. All...
Grundfos Solar Pumps Secure Reliable Water in the Northern Territory
Grundfos installed six SPE solar‑powered submersible pumps at the Athelle Outback Hideaway, a 60‑hectare farm 200 km north of Alice Springs. The system replaces diesel generators, delivering reliable irrigation for hay, lemon, agave, almond and mulberry crops despite temperatures above 40 °C...
Apple Drops Mac Pro, Pushes Mac Studio as Flagship Desktop
Apple on Thursday discontinued the Mac Pro desktop, its highest-end computer aimed at video editors, photographers and other advanced users, in favor of the Mac Studio. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-26/apple-discontinues-mac-pro-desktop-in-favor-of-the-mac-studio?srnd=undefined
Florida Powers up Massive Battery for 2026 Storage Surge
Another big battery prepares to power up as Sunshine state leads extraordinary charge to storage in 2026 #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/sLd3GSZw1v https://t.co/btoUQLxZ7l
Apple Discontinues the Mac Pro ↦
Apple confirmed the discontinuation of the Mac Pro, removing its product page and redirecting visitors to the general Mac homepage. The company also stated it has no plans to release future Mac Pro hardware. The decision follows a shift toward...
AI Smart Glasses Secure Funding for Dementia Care, Efficacy Unclear
AI smart glasses win major funding to support dementia care, though real-world effectiveness and long-term impact remain uncertain despite early promising observations. https://t.co/vX7jBV2aJt
Bitcoin‑mining Heater Actually Works and Warms Rooms
A space heater that quietly mines Bitcoin while warming the room sounded a little far-fetched to me. After testing the HeatBit Maxi around my home, I found the concept surprisingly practical—and fascinating. https://t.co/n13grrQoFp https://t.co/JAeT5Aq4SX
How to Strengthen Electronic Cable Performance in Harsh Environments
Electronic cables are the lifeline of modern systems, yet standard commercial‑off‑the‑shelf (COTS) cables fail in harsh environments such as aerospace, maritime, and industrial settings. Temperature extremes, chemical exposure, flammability, and mechanical stress demand specialized insulation materials like fluoropolymers, PTFE, and...
House Committee Approves Chip Security Act Targeting China
House Foreign Affairs Committee Passes Chip Security Act | Select Committee on the CCP https://t.co/Pxi7ysePpz
GBP Introduces Fencing Solutions for Solar and BESS Sites
Japanese firm GBP launches fencing for solar and BESS sites #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/bIjD2bwcSZ https://t.co/zq79J8twto
ETA Prime Answers the Question: What if the MacBook Neo Had Thermo-Electric Cooling?
The MacBook Neo, a low‑cost laptop powered by Apple’s A18 Pro, suffers from rapid thermal throttling because it lacks active cooling. ETA Prime first applied a copper plate and thermal pad to move heat to the aluminum chassis, which already...
Dual‑Rail Superconducting Qubits Achieve Record‑Low Error Rates for Logical Entanglement
A team of scientists in Shenzhen, China, has built a superconducting processor that encodes each logical qubit across two physical qubits, delivering high‑fidelity logical entanglement with error rates lower than any prior dual‑rail implementation. The breakthrough addresses a long‑standing bottleneck...
Memory Maker Micron Weighs Buying Shuttered Japan Display Plant
Micron Technology is in talks to purchase Japan Display's shuttered LCD production plant in Chiba, Japan. The U.S. memory maker plans to repurpose the facility for semiconductor chip assembly and testing rather than display manufacturing. Acquiring the site would give...
ROC Launches Biometric Physical Access Control Software as Enterprise Market Heats Up
ROC announced Access Face1, a facial‑recognition based physical access control solution that augments existing security systems with real‑time AI intelligence. The software leverages ROC’s Vision AI platform and achieved top scores in NIST’s FRTE verification and identification evaluations. Industry analysts...
AMD Jumps 7% on CPU Price Hike as Micron and SanDisk Slip 4% in Divergent Semiconductor Moves
Advanced Micro Devices rallied more than 7% after confirming a CPU price increase, while Micron Technology and SanDisk each dropped roughly 4% as pricing battles and supply constraints bite. The split performance underscores a volatile trading environment for semiconductor stocks.
Razer Launches Blade 16 with Intel Panther Lake, 64 GB RAM, $3,500‑$5,000 Price Tag
Razer unveiled the 2026 Blade 16, now powered by Intel's 16‑core Core Ultra 9 386H Panther Lake processor and up to 64 GB of 9,600 MHz LPDDR5X RAM. The laptop starts at $3,499.99 for an RTX 5080 model and tops out at $4,499.99 for an...
DOJ Unseals $2.5 B AI Export Smuggling Indictment Targeting Supermicro Executives
The U.S. Justice Department has unsealed an indictment accusing three Super Micro Computer insiders of exporting at least $2.5 billion of AI‑laden servers to China. The revelation knocked Supermicro’s stock nearly 28% lower and sparked fresh concerns about export‑control compliance across...
Arm Launches AGI CPU Amid Meta and OpenAI Compute Crunch
Arm announced its AGI CPU, a processor built for AI workloads, after Meta and OpenAI pressed the company for a more energy‑efficient solution. The chip is positioned to tap a $1.5 trillion market and generate $15 billion in revenue by fiscal 2031,...
The Galaxy S26 Did Something No Phone Has Done in Years — It Made Me Doubt My iPhone
The Samsung Galaxy S26, launched alongside the S26+ series, distinguishes itself with a 6.3‑inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and a 4,300 mAh battery. In head‑to‑head field tests against the iPhone 17, the S26 delivered smoother multitasking, sustained performance in heat, and...
Iran Conflict Could Cut AI Supplies by Double Digits
1/ Here’s my baseline assessment of what happens to critical AI components if the Iran war continues. It shows a significant double digit decline. Helium, energy, and a narrow set of fab chokepoints. If the disruption persists, the risk isn’t collapse. It’s a...