Today's Hardware Pulse
Nvidia driver adds DLSS 5 profile options, hinting at next‑gen AI rendering
Nvidia's GeForce Game Ready driver 610.47 introduces three new profile settings—Enable DLSS NR override, Enable DLSS NR SL override, and Override DLSS NR presets—suggesting continued development of its upcoming DLSS 5 neural‑rendering technology. The earlier DLSS 5 reveal sparked debate over AI‑driven image alteration, after which Nvidia fell silent on the feature.
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By the numbers: Cyient Semiconductors raises $30M Series A
Samsung Galaxy Glasses Leaked: The “Jinju” Model Is the Stylish Wearable We’ve Been Waiting For
Samsung is set to launch its first Galaxy smart glasses, codenamed Jingu, in 2026, emphasizing bone‑conduction audio, a 12 MP camera, and AI‑driven features while omitting a visual display. The entry‑level model will run on a Snapdragon AR1 processor, integrate Google’s Gemini AI, and retail between $380 and $500. A premium version, Hayen, is slated for 2027 with a built‑in AR display and a price tag of $600‑$900. Both models aim to compete with Meta’s Ray‑Ban glasses and other high‑end wearables by leveraging Samsung’s Android XR platform.
TSMC's A16 Chip Delivers Super Power Rail Gains
News from @TWSemicon at @VLSI_2026 Paper T1.5 TSMC will present their A16 technology ➡️ A16 is N2P with backside power delivery ➡️ TSMC calls BSPDN 'Super Power Rail' ➡️ +8-10% perf or +15-20% power saving ➡️ Up to +8-10% chip density (logic + SRAM) ➡️ Mass...
Two‑Way UPS Buffers AI Data Center Power Swings
AI data centers' wild power swings are a problem for grid stability. ON.energy's two-way UPS system can help. It acts as a buffer between the data center and the grid, protecting both from the other's fluctuations. https://spectrum.ieee.org/data-center-power-fluctuation?share_id=9434596
Equipment Theft Becomes a $13M Problem Driving IoT Asset Tracking Adoption
Samsara’s 2026 State of Connected Operations report finds large enterprises lose an average of $13.2 million each year to equipment theft and loss when they lack IoT asset‑tracking. The study of 1,500 finance leaders shows 72% of those costs stem from...
Intel 18AP Delivers Up to 18% Power Gains, 9% Performance Boost
News about @Intel 18AP from @VLSI_2026 Paper T1.2 Intel 18AP will offer 9% perf or 18% power over 18A ➡️ New VT pairs, low and high power devices ➡️ Numbers based on Arm core sub-block ➡️ 30% skew corner tightening ➡️ Matched SRAM Vmin Conference is...
150 New Fast EV Chargers To Use 100% Renewable Energy
Despite a slowdown in U.S. electric‑vehicle sales, Rivian is expanding its public charging footprint with more than 150 new DC fast chargers slated for Caruso‑managed properties in Los Angeles. The chargers will be powered 100% by renewable sources—solar and wind—ensuring each...
Nikon Begins Commercial Deployment of Its Next-Generation APDIS MV5X Laser Radar System Powered by Aeva
Nikon Metrology has started commercial shipments of its next‑generation APDIS MV5X Laser Radar, which incorporates Aeva’s Eve high‑precision sensor. The system delivers micron‑level accuracy, faster data acquisition and a compact footprint for automated inspection in automotive, aerospace and energy manufacturing....
VITURE Beast vs RayNeo Air 4 Pro : Worth the $250 Premium?
The VITURE Beast and RayNeo Air 4 Pro are two XR glasses positioned at opposite ends of the price spectrum, with the Beast retailing for $549 and the Air 4 Pro at $299. The Beast emphasizes a rugged aluminum‑magnesium frame, nine‑level electronic tint, a...
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,299 Faces $199 Galaxy A17 Budget Rival
A recent Tom's Guide review pits Samsung’s $1,299 Galaxy S26 Ultra against the $199 Galaxy A17, highlighting the premium phone’s advanced camera system, privacy display and long‑life battery, while the budget model offers 5G, a fast refresh screen and six‑year...
Apple Vision Pro Powers First VR-Assisted Surgery, Heralding Medical Future
‘Safer, smarter, and more connected’: Apple’s Vision Pro used in world-first VR-assisted surgery, and it could be the future of medicine https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/safer-smarter-and-more-connected-apples-vision-pro-used-in-world-first-vr-assisted-surgery-and-it-could-be-the-future-of-medicine
Genoa Golf Club Launches West's First Private Tesla Supercharger
The Genoa Golf Club is debuting Tesla Superchargers at historic Genoa, NV. This first privately owned Supercharger site in the western US is a destination all on its own — founded in 1851, Genoa is Nevada’s oldest settlement. Read more on EVwire:...
Steam Deck 2 Wishlist Shows Strong Demand for Better Screen, Battery and Ports
Valve’s Steam Deck 2 wishlist, compiled from community feedback, reveals a clear appetite for a higher‑refresh OLED panel, a substantially larger battery and dual USB‑C ports. The demands underscore the handheld PC’s growing role in the broader PC‑gaming market.
Georgia Tech and NCKU Show Alumina Nanowires Boost TIM Conductivity 452% Over Neat Epoxy
Georgia Institute of Technology and National Cheng Kung University published a paper showing that epoxy thermal interface materials reinforced with ultralong alumina nanowires reach 0.78 W/(m·K) at 28 wt % loading – a 72% jump over ceramic‑particle fillers and a 452% improvement versus...
AI Hyperscalers' $414 Billion Cap‑Ex Surge Reshapes SaaS Infrastructure
The five largest AI hyperscalers reported $414 billion in capital expenditures last year, a 70% rise, and project $700 billion this year. Their spending surge directly influences the scalability, cost structure, and competitive dynamics of cloud‑based SaaS providers.
WAVE-N Specialized Video Processing NPU for Edge AI Systems
Chips&Media unveiled the WAVE‑N specialized video‑processing NPU to meet the growing demand for high‑performance, low‑power AI inference on edge devices. The accelerator combines massive parallel compute, on‑chip memory buffers, and dedicated tensor units to speed up computer‑vision workloads such as...
Pressure Sensors: Turning Environmental Signals Into Smart Actions
Infineon’s XENSIV DPS368 pressure sensor brings ultra‑low‑noise, capacitive barometric measurement to consumer and IoT devices. Its 2.0 × 2.5 × 1.1 mm³ form factor and sub‑µA standby current enable integration into space‑constrained wearables, HVAC units, and robotic vacuums while preserving battery life. The sensor’s gel‑protected MEMS...
Bambu Lab Shuts OrcaSlicer After Legal Threat
Developer re-enables 3D printer features that Bambu Lab disabled, firm promptly threatens legal action — OrcaSlicer-BambuLab project now shuttered https://t.co/laUo6K7AIF @stlDenise3D
Valve Confirms Steam Deck 2 Development with a 2028 Release Target
Valve confirmed that a second‑generation Steam Deck is in development, but the handheld won’t ship until at least 2028. The company is opting for a true generational leap, focusing on major gains in performance, power efficiency, and ergonomics rather than...
CASE STUDY - 3D PEOPLE HELP IN CREATION OF GEOMETRICALLY COMPLEX HEAD-MOUNTED POV CAMERA
James Medcraft’s Cyclops is a head‑mounted POV camera that captures exactly what the operator sees, using custom optics and a lightweight 3D‑printed housing. The device’s geometrically complex parts are produced in PA12 via additive manufacturing, eliminating the need for costly...
Spirit Electronics Named Authorized Distributor for Microchip Technology, Expanding High Reliability Semiconductor Access for Defense and Aerospace Programs
Spirit Electronics announced it is now an authorized distributor for Microchip Technology in the Americas, giving defense and aerospace customers direct, DFARS‑compliant access to Microchip’s high‑reliability semiconductor portfolio. The partnership covers radiation‑tolerant and radiation‑hardened MCUs, MPUs, FPGAs, power devices and...
Tiny Matrix Size Jump Causes 10× GPU Slowdown
GPU library performance can be very notchy -- runtime of batched torch.linalg.solve_ex() went up by over 10x going from 511x511 matrices to 512x512.
Dreame TV's Adaptive Speakers Deliver Perfect Sound Everywhere
This Dreame TV has speakers that adjust to your position to deliver perfect sound. https://t.co/RuuILoVqHv
AI Export Controls Are Not the Best Bargaining Chip
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee advanced export‑control bills and the Chip Security Act aims to block advanced chips from reaching China, treating semiconductors as the AI chokepoint. Analysts argue that this hardware‑centric view is outdated because AI progress now...
Designing the AI-Native Cloud: What Enterprise Architects Are Learning the Hard Way
Enterprise architects are confronting a paradigm shift as generative AI forces cloud environments to become AI‑native. Traditional CPU‑centric designs struggle with the massive GPU compute, high‑throughput data pipelines, and real‑time inference demands of large language models. Organizations are moving toward...
Autonics CT Series Counter/Timers From AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added the Autonics CT series counter/timers to its catalog, offering a fast‑setup solution for counting, timing and batching tasks. The units can be programmed directly from front‑panel pushbuttons, with select models supporting RS‑485 communication through Autonics DAQMaster software....
IronHorse ES1 AC Drives From AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has launched the IronHorse ES1 series of AC drives, targeting 0.75‑to‑2 hp three‑phase motors while accepting a single‑phase 120 V or 230 V input. The drives are built in the USA, feature a hardware‑only setup with trim pots for speed, current limit,...
PS5 Can Now Run Linux and PC Games
Your PS5 can now transform into a Linux PC. A developer has released a method to get PC games running on a PS5 console with Linux. Details 👇 https://t.co/R5gSyp43vG
Q-Free Delivers 50 Millionth Transponder Alongside Next-Gen OBU1010 Launch
Q-Free announced the delivery of its 50 millionth electronic toll transponder in April 2026, marking four decades of leadership in free‑flow tolling technology. The milestone coincides with the launch of the next‑generation OBU1010, a smaller, more sustainable on‑board unit designed for...
Arrive AI Deploys NVIDIA Tech for Autonomous Delivery Training
Arrive AI announced it is using NVIDIA’s Isaac Sim and Blackwell‑based GPU workstations to accelerate training of its autonomous delivery systems. The physics‑based simulation platform creates labeled data in virtual environments, allowing parallel model training without extensive field collection. The...
Smart Cat Collars: Which Is Best for Health and GPS Tracking?
Wired’s Molly Higgins spent several months testing the Fi Mini and Tractive smart collars on her cat, evaluating activity, sleep monitoring, and GPS location accuracy. The Fi Mini impressed with its detailed health metrics and sleek design, while Tractive offered a longer...
NFPA 855: 2026 Edition Updates and What They Mean for Energy Storage Projects
The 2026 edition of NFPA 855, the U.S. standard for stationary energy‑storage systems, introduces sweeping updates that affect chemistry coverage, hazard analysis, and fire‑safety testing. Hazard Mitigation Analysis (HMA) becomes the default requirement for most installations, while new chemistries such as...
Bajel Projects Wins Mega Orders in West Asia and North Africa
Bajel Projects announced it has won two 500 kV overhead transmission line contracts in the Middle East and North Africa, together worth more than ₹400 crore (approximately $48 million). The orders are part of a flagship grid‑reinforcement programme aimed at bolstering the MENA...
New Steam Controller Improves Ergonomics and Functionality
Soon as I've got the money for it, yes. Love the OG Steam Controller for its customizability and versatility. This one is that + better ergonomics + even more functionality.
Pantheon Atlas to Build 500MW Solar-Plus-Storage Facility at US$58.5 Billion Croatian Data Centre
Pantheon Atlas LLC announced a $58.5 billion AI data centre in Croatia, featuring a 500 MW on‑site solar plant and a 2 GW/8 GWh battery storage system. The project will begin construction in 2027 with an initial €12 billion ($14 billion) investment and aims for full...
Tender for Signalling on Madrid’s C-5 Commuter Line
Adif announced a €32 million (≈ $35 million) tender to replace signaling equipment on Madrid’s 20.7‑km C‑5 commuter line, covering 11 stations between Embajadores and Móstoles‑El Soto. The upgrade will install LED signals, fiber‑optic cables, new track circuits and the Asfa Digital traffic‑management system,...
Pixel Glow Leaks Reveal New Rear LED and Gemini Integration
Google's upcoming "Pixel Lights" detailed: Rear LED tests and "aurora animations" point to the new "Pixel Glow." More 'Pixel Glow' clues surface, and they point straight to Gemini ✅ Details - https://t.co/FoUiTICZn6 https://t.co/zIdVCuzQ7r
EU Project Team Aims to Significantly Reduce Onboard Charger Size Using GaN Chips
The EU‑funded HiPower 5.0 consortium is developing a 22 kW onboard charger that occupies just four litres, a third of the volume of current 12‑litre designs. The size cut is driven by bidirectional gallium‑nitride (GaN) switches supplied by Infineon, which combine the...
What's New About Cisco's Sovereign Infrastructure Push?
Cisco has launched a suite of networking solutions specifically engineered for sovereign critical infrastructure across the entire EMEA region. The offering, branded as "sovereign‑ready," bundles hardware, software and security services that comply with local data‑sovereignty regulations. Cisco positions the portfolio...
UK Gov't Teases New "AI Hardware Plan"
The UK government announced a forthcoming “AI Hardware Plan” aimed at capturing a 5% share of the global AI chip market. The initiative will debut at London Tech Week in June, backed by an initial £100 million ($125 million) fund for domestic...
US Futures Slip as AI Spending Doubts Hit Brent, Fueling Options Volatility
U.S. equity futures slid 0.7% to 1.2% after a Wall Street Journal report that OpenAI missed revenue and user targets, reviving concerns over its $1.5 trillion AI‑spending plan. At the same time, Brent crude surged past $111 a barrel, pushing commodity...
Tesla Rolls Out FSD Lite to HW3 Model S/X Globally, Offers Trade‑In or Upgrade
Tesla announced a global rollout of its FSD V14 Lite software for Model S and Model X vehicles equipped with legacy Hardware 3 (HW3). Owners will receive either a discounted trade‑in or a hardware swap at new micro‑factories, a move...
Prxxhri $53 Smart Ring Beats Smartwatches in Amazon Sales, Fueling Minimalist Wearable Trend
Prxxhri’s $53 smart ring has become Amazon’s best‑selling health wearable, overtaking bulkier smartwatches. Shoppers praise its sleek design, all‑day comfort and comprehensive health tracking, signaling a shift toward minimalist wearables.
LG Display’s 27‑inch DFR Gaming OLED Wins SID Display of the Year
LG Display’s new 27‑inch DFR Gaming OLED panel was named Society for Information Display’s Display of the Year. The award spotlights the panel’s 720 Hz refresh rate and proprietary Dynamic Frequency & Resolution technology, positioning LG at the forefront of high‑performance...
$10B Meta Indiana Data Center Campus to Create 4,000 Construction Jobs
Meta and Turner Construction have broken ground on a $10 billion, one‑gigawatt data‑center campus in Lebanon, Indiana. Spanning 1,500 acres and four million square feet, the project will eventually house 13 buildings and deliver 1 GW of capacity. At peak construction it...
A Beginner’s Guide to the Semiconductor Industry in India
The guide breaks down the fundamentals of semiconductors and maps the global chip ecosystem, then zeroes in on India’s emerging role. It outlines government incentives, current manufacturing capacity, and the skill sets needed for design, fabrication, and testing. Salary ranges,...
Anthropic’s Compute Spending Surge Triggers Outages as AI SaaS Costs Rise
Anthropic’s recent wave of large‑scale compute contracts has led to service outages and heightened scrutiny of AI SaaS cost structures. At the same time, Trimble’s integration of Anthropic’s Claude into SketchUp shows how providers are betting on AI to drive...
It’s Time to Move Quantum From Science to Industry
Britain has pledged up to £2bn (≈ $2.5 billion) to accelerate quantum computing from research to commercial scale. The government warns there is a 12‑18‑month window to lock in sovereign capability before global supply chains solidify. While the UK boasts world‑class universities...
RCG to Start Using Intramotev’s Autonomous Wagons
Rail Cargo Group (RCG), Austria’s state‑owned rail freight operator, will deploy Intramotev’s battery‑electric TugVolt autonomous wagons on its network. The rollout marks Intramotev’s first regulated use case outside the United States and its inaugural international deployment. The wagons can travel...
GDWN Foundry Extension Approved, Completion Set for August
#GDWN foundry extension planning approved…unanimously I hold & this is great news …building is scheduled to complete in August https://t.co/dp6OTU3JDO
SVAB and TERNA Systems Collaborate to Incorporate TERNA's Advanced Machine Control Into Joysticks
SVAB and TERNA Systems are merging SVAB's ergonomic joystick line with TERNA's TERNA3D machine‑control platform, adding haptic feedback that vibrates when the equipment nears predefined safety zones. The integration lets excavator operators manage the machine directly from the joystick, cutting...