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Intel leaks 44‑core Nova Lake‑S desktop processor, up from 42 cores
Intel’s upcoming Nova Lake‑S desktop line now includes a leaked 44‑core SKU, replacing the previously announced 42‑core model. The design uses two identical 8P+12E compute tiles, freeing up 6P+12E tiles that could be sold as lower‑priced, locked non‑K variants with on‑die big last‑level cache (bLLC).
The BELTTT 1000‑watt 12 V DC‑to‑120 V AC pure‑sine‑wave inverter delivers a solid 1000 W continuous output, making it suitable for most RV and off‑grid applications. It achieves roughly 85 % conversion efficiency, extending battery life even under sustained loads. The unit includes built‑in overload and short‑circuit protection, and its compact aluminum housing fits tight spaces. Priced competitively, it positions itself as a practical alternative to higher‑priced brand‑name inverters.
Lawo will unveil a new software‑centric product line at NAB 2026, expanding its HOME platform with containerized micro‑service apps for IP‑based media workflows. The updated HOME suite now includes role‑based access control and a Multiviewer app that can handle up to...
Stillstrom, the Maersk‑backed offshore charging specialist, has launched a dedicated UK entity in Aberdeen to commercialise its eCharger system for service operation vessels. After years of development and full‑scale trials in 2024, the solution is now ready for operational deployment...
Apple reintroduced MagSafe on the 2021 MacBook Pro, restoring the magnetic charging experience that was discontinued in 2016. The latest models also retain USB‑C charging, creating a dual‑port ecosystem that gives users a choice between safety‑focused MagSafe and the high‑power,...
Flexcompute unveiled the PhotonForge Connector for Cadence Virtuoso Studio, embedding its GPU‑accelerated photonic simulation directly into the EPDA workflow. The integration lets engineers convert layout data into 3‑D models and run high‑fidelity electromagnetic, thermal, and electrical analyses without leaving Cadence....
NXP Semiconductors introduced the third‑generation RFCMOS automotive radar transceiver TEF8388, an 8‑transmit/8‑receive (8T8R) device capable of supporting imaging radar sensors with up to 576 antenna channels. The chip maintains power consumption comparable to legacy 3T4R solutions while offering scalable configurations...
Corsair released the Frame 4000D RS, a $125 mid‑tower case that updates the popular 4000D with higher‑end features. The new model adds movable panels, an “Infinirail” system for flexible fan and radiator mounting, and includes three ARGB RS120 fans, improving airflow...
Chinese 3D‑printing firm Hanin introduced two new systems at TCT Asia 2026. The LCD‑L298 is a commercial‑grade elastomer printer that uses a COB light source and Fresnel lens to deliver uniform exposure across a 294 × 160 × 400 mm build volume. The industrial‑grade SJF‑P380 employs...
U.S. prosecutors have indicted Super Micro Computer co‑founder Yih‑Shyan “Wally” Liaw and two associates for allegedly diverting roughly $2.5 billion worth of advanced Nvidia graphics processors to China without export licenses. The case marks a new enforcement focus on insiders with...
Taiwan’s flat‑panel manufacturers are pivoting from traditional LCD production to advanced packaging, satellite antennas, and micro‑LED co‑packaged optics (CPO) to meet exploding AI‑driven data‑center bandwidth demands. Bandwidth requirements have surged from 400 Gb/s to as high as 3.2 Tb/s, prompting a shift...
IBM AS400 (IBM i) platforms still power critical enterprise functions, but many firms lack up‑to‑date system documentation. As legacy experts retire, institutional knowledge disappears, leading to longer troubleshooting, risky upgrades, and stalled modernization. The article outlines how undocumented architectures increase...
Amazon is developing a new smartphone internally called “Transformer,” aiming to revive its mobile ambitions after the 2014 Fire Phone failure. The device will tightly integrate Alexa and AI features, potentially reducing reliance on traditional app stores, and is being...
Relays let low‑voltage microcontrollers switch high‑power devices safely, making them essential for DIY automation ranging from LED strips to motor‑driven pumps. Two main families dominate the market: electromechanical relays (EMRs) with moving coils and solid‑state relays (SSRs) that use semiconductor...
HENSOLDT has secured a long‑term supply agreement with United Monolithic Semiconductors (UMS) to receive 900,000 gallium‑nitride (GaN) components for its radar systems by 2030. The deal aims to reinforce supply‑chain resilience and expand production capacity amid rising global demand for...
Google’s March 2024 security update triggered widespread freezing of the always‑on display (AOD) on Pixel phones, particularly the Pixel 10 series. Users reported the AOD locking up multiple times daily, often requiring a hard reset to regain functionality. The problem mirrors...
The guide breaks down colocation fundamentals, from renting rack space and power to the responsibilities of hardware setup and management. It explains pricing models—monthly, pay‑as‑you‑go, or long‑term contracts—and how space is measured in rack units, with half‑ or full‑rack options...
Hyundai is recalling 104,011 first‑generation Kona Electric vehicles produced between January 2018 and July 2023 after a software flaw in the battery‑management system was found to potentially miss early signs of thermal instability. The defect raises a fire risk, prompting authorised service...
At its recent General Assembly, the KNX Association elected a 17‑member board and unveiled a strategic roadmap centered on IoT, AI‑driven energy management, and Cyber Resilience Act compliance. Board members highlighted simplifying the ETS commissioning tool, expanding open‑standard interoperability, and...
Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy Watch 9 with a 435 mAh battery and a Snapdragon Elite processor that promises roughly 30% better power efficiency. The watch aims to extend daily usage while supporting health monitoring, fitness tracking, and real‑time notifications....
Researchers have created a volatile memristor using the natural superlattice 2D material BiTiS3, which exploits interlayer coupling and sulfur‑vacancy‑induced lattice distortions to lower ion migration barriers. The device switches at low voltage within nanoseconds, as visualized by in‑situ conductive atomic...
The study introduces a bioinspired multifunctional flexible sensor (BMF) that mimics ant, spider, mosquito and lotus leaf structures. Built from MXene‑coated melamine foam and CNT/PVDF nanofiber membrane, it delivers ultra‑high pressure sensitivity of 986.51 kPa⁻¹ across 0–200 kPa and temperature sensitivity of...
The University of Warwick has secured funding to acquire a wide‑bandgap (WBG) dynamic reliability tester from ipTEST Ltd, bolstering the UK’s capacity to evaluate SiC and GaN power semiconductors. The equipment will feed the nation’s first comprehensive reliability database, supporting...
Tescan announced the opening of an upgraded Korea Demo Lab and Office in Seoul, merging its local office with a state‑of‑the‑art demonstration facility. The integrated site aims to deepen customer engagement by offering hands‑on training, workflow validation, and technical discussions...
Intel and GMKtec have launched the K13 mini PC, built around the Core Ultra 7256V CPU and ARC 140V iGPU. The device targets 1080p gaming, leveraging XESS multi‑frame generation to lift frame rates in supported titles. It offers Wi‑Fi 6E, USB 4, and adjustable...
AMD has launched Adrenalin Edition 26.3.1, bringing FSR Upscaling 4.1 to Radeon RX 9000 GPUs. The new algorithm sharpens detail and cuts artifacts, especially in low‑resolution inputs and aggressive upscaling modes. The driver also adds Ray Regeneration 1.1, game support for Crimson...
Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 series, slated for an August‑October 2026 launch, introduces the Pixel 11 Pro XL with a massive 5,400 mAh battery and 45 W wired charging. The lineup is powered by the new Tensor G6 2 nm chipset and a MediaTek M90 5G modem, delivering...
Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo, a $600 entry‑level laptop that repurposes the A18 Pro mobile chip from the iPhone 16 Pro. The 13‑inch IPS display delivers over 500 cd/m² brightness, while the device ships with 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, and a 13‑hour battery. Its...
Govee has introduced an Edison‑style smart bulb for the US and European markets, priced at £19.99/€24.99 individually and $69.99 for a four‑pack. The bulb delivers 500 lumens, a CRI above 90, and a tunable colour temperature from 2,700 K to 6,500 K,...
Intel is preparing a roughly 10% price increase for its Core Ultra consumer processors, affecting desktops, laptops, and OEM‑built systems. The hike arrives amid broader component cost pressures from memory, storage, and GPU markets driven by data‑center and AI demand....
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra and Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max represent the 2026 flagship tier, each pushing hardware and software boundaries. The S26 Ultra distinguishes itself with a 200 MP camera, 60 W fast charging, an S Pen, and a privacy‑focused display, while...
Intel is attempting a strategic comeback by targeting the fast‑growing AI GPU market under new CEO Lip‑Bu Tan. After a steep stock decline and several missteps, the company cut 24,000 jobs, cancelled factory plans and refocused on both foundry services...
After a month of daily use, the Xiaomi Pad 8 emerges as the most compelling mid‑range Android tablet of 2026. Its 11.2‑inch LCD with optional nano‑texture coating delivers vibrant, low‑glare visuals, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset and up to 12 GB RAM provide...
u‑blox has launched the JODY‑W6 series, integrating NXP IW623/AW693 tri‑band Wi‑Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 (including LE Audio) into a single LGA module. Seven variants span professional and automotive grades, offering up to 1.34 Gbps combined Wi‑Fi throughput and 2 Mbps Bluetooth data rates....
Boston Micro Fabrication unveiled the microArch S150 Series, a compact line of Projection Micro Stereolithography (PµSL) 3D printers aimed at labs and production environments. The standard S150 delivers 25 µm optical resolution with ±3 µm positional accuracy, while the S150 Ultra prints layers...
Telenor IoT has launched a Global APN service that lets enterprises use a single access point name across Europe, Asia‑Pacific and the Americas. The offering automatically routes devices to the nearest Telenor point of presence—Stockholm, Amsterdam, Singapore, Ashburn and Los Angeles—reducing...
ASUS showcased the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme against Apple’s M5 using a Diablo IV benchmark run through CrossOver, reporting a 1.31× speed advantage. The analysis highlights that the game is not native to macOS, meaning the emulation layer introduces performance penalties that favor the...
Hang on. You mean there are people out there who use SD cards ONCE? Then buy new ones for the next shoot? Not back them up, reformat, and reuse? Wow. Can’t do that any more with the price of memory these days...
Radxa and DEEPX have launched the AICore DX‑M1M, a 2242‑size M.2 AI accelerator delivering up to 25 TOPS while consuming roughly three watts. The module integrates a DeepX DX‑M1M NPU, 1 GB LPDDR4X memory and PCIe Gen3 ×2 connectivity, fitting compact platforms such as Raspberry Pi 5 and...
New York‑based fashion label Aimé Leon Dore has partnered with Japanese audio giant Technics to launch its first collaborative turntable, the SL‑1200M7ALD. The limited‑edition unit is finished in ALD’s signature Mulberry Green with subtle gold accents, while preserving Technics’ coreless...
InnovMetric and Faro Creaform have integrated Faro’s auto‑referencing multi‑line 3D scanners directly into PolyWorks|Inspector, allowing real‑time data capture, visualization, and dimensional analysis without switching software. The workflow streamlines training, accelerates onboarding, and ensures consistent inspection templates across global OEM plants. Meanwhile,...
🎱 Peering inside the Apollo Lunar Module 8-Ball There are just two known examples in private hands, and Curious Marc's intrepid crew are trying to revive the remains of a damaged one (left). Mine is on the right, and the image...
At OFC 2026, Corning introduced a suite of fiber, cable, and connectivity solutions aimed at AI‑driven data center networks. The multicore fiber promises four‑fold capacity per strand while cutting connectors by 75 % and reducing cable mass up to 70 %. Its...
Nvidia announced a multi‑year agreement to deliver one million GPU chips to Amazon Web Services by the end of 2027, alongside a suite of its networking and inference accelerators. Sales begin this year and will run through 2027, complementing Nvidia’s...
#Technology #Thread #Semiconductor #Manufacturing #Copilot The Semiconductor Copilot For Semi: 1/ - The Semiconductor Industry Is Becoming Increasingly Complex. - From Design To Manufacturing, Engineers Must Navigate Massive Volumes Of Data, Tools, And Decisions Across The Entire Silicon Lifecycle. The Question Is: How...
Nokia's Platform Bet: Why Application-Optimized Optics Is a Manufacturing Strategy, Not a Product Launch https://t.co/A4kRZdcTHk
Meta just committed $12 billion to AI infrastructure. Not models. Infrastructure. The real AI race is not about who has the smartest LLM. It's about who controls the compute. Your AI strategy should be asking: who owns our compute dependencies? https://t.co/yZO3XQcf8j
Handheld #3D Scanners Bring Fast, Accurate Inspection to the Shop Floor via @WevolverApp #Innovation #TechForGood #EmergingTech #Technology https://t.co/U8of8RqgW7
Smuggling GPUs to China despite already having a net worth of $500 million Pure love for the game https://t.co/J5bqwSwL3F
Super Micro Computer Employees Arrested for Alleged Sales to China—An indictment alleges the three men conspired to sell servers housing AI technology to buyers in China https://t.co/dFYGL3rcpX https://t.co/dFYGL3rcpX
I am now at 5 GPU providers being completely sold out for a single node of 8xH100s. I don’t think people understand the gravity of what is about to come.
