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Cervoz Technology will exhibit at Embedded World 2026 in Nuremberg, showcasing a portfolio of industrial storage, memory, and connectivity solutions aimed at edge AI workloads. The company’s M.2 CAN FD expansion card earned a nomination for the Embedded Award 2026 in the Embedded Vision category. New products include DDR5 6,400 MHz industrial memory modules, a 10 GbE M.2 LAN card, PCIe NVMe SSDs, and ruggedized MIL‑STD‑810H certified SSDs and DRAM. Additional offerings feature USB‑C PD/DP and Wi‑Fi 7 expansion cards for flexible I/O.
Teamgroup returns to Embedded World 2026 to unveil a portfolio of industrial‑grade SSDs, memory modules, and security solutions under the "Edge to Action" and "Military" themes. The lineup features the P250Q‑M80 1‑click data‑destruction SSD, PCIe Gen5 x4 SSDs R252, R253 and R251...
Avalanche Technology announced its Space Grade MRAM will be integrated into Aitech’s unmanned rovers and deep‑space exploration platforms. The memory delivers radiation immunity, permanent data retention, unlimited writes and nanosecond write latency, satisfying all five Space Grade criteria. By removing bulky redundant...
Keysight Technologies unveiled a portfolio of five scale‑up validation solutions aimed at AI data‑center operators. The offerings cover emerging interconnect standards such as UALink 200 G, PCIe 7.0, PCIe 6.0, CXL 3 and PCIe 5.0, integrating high‑performance BERT and real‑time oscilloscopes for precise measurement. By automating...
Semiconductor fabs now face a massive cyber‑attack surface as software components proliferate across thousands of suppliers. Traditional isolation and ad‑hoc VPNs can’t keep pace with rapid patching needs, leaving long exposure windows. Industry standards such as SEMI E187/E188/E191 set a...
Apple unveiled a suite of new hardware that stretches from budget to ultra‑premium segments. The iPhone 17e arrives at a $599 price point, packing flagship‑class components, while the MacBook Neo offers a $599 entry‑level laptop to challenge Chromebooks. Meanwhile, the M5‑powered...
TIME dotCom Berhad has integrated Ciena’s latest coherent optical technology into the 9,000‑km FASTER submarine cable, enabling a single‑carrier wavelength capacity of 1 Tb/s and an industry‑first 1.6 Tb/s solution. The upgrade comes as global bandwidth demand has more than tripled since...
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is rumored to pack a 5,200 mAh battery, a 2 nm A20 processor and a 6.86‑inch LTPO OLED display. The device may replace the Dynamic Island with a punch‑hole selfie camera, freeing up front‑screen real estate....
MAXSUN unveiled the Arc Pro B60 Dual 48G Liquid, a single‑slot workstation GPU that pairs two Intel Battlemage BMG‑G21 dies for a total of 48 GB GDDR6 memory. The card employs an external water‑cooling loop that keeps GPU temperatures near 61 °C under load, and...
Fosi Audio’s MD3 mobile DAC, launched on Kickstarter, replaces the traditional dongle with a magnetic docking system that snaps onto a smartphone’s back. It houses an ESS ES9039Q2M DAC and four ES9603Q amp chips, supporting PCM up to 32‑bit/384 kHz and...
Atek Midas has introduced the DSG‑22.6 GHz, an open‑source RF signal generator that spans 150 MHz to 22.6 GHz. Priced at $1,590, it offers professional‑grade performance—1 Hz tuning resolution, <100 µs tuning speed, and ≥40 dBc spurious suppression—at a fraction of traditional benchtop costs. The unit...
The MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ convertible showcases an 81 Wh battery that delivers almost 20 hours of real‑world use, powered by Intel’s Panther Lake Core Ultra X7 CPU and an Arc B390 iGPU. While performance is strong and colour accuracy excellent, the device suffers from a noisy high‑frequency...
The Universal Chiplet Interconnect Express (UCIe) was unveiled at Chiplet Summit 2026 as an open standard that standardizes on‑package chiplet connections, positioning System‑in‑Package as the new SoC. Since its 2022 launch, the consortium has grown to over 140 members and...
TAU Systems, led by CEO Jerome Paye, is developing compact laser‑driven particle accelerators that generate X‑ray free‑electron lasers for semiconductor lithography. The technology promises shorter wavelengths, higher power and dramatically lower cost than today’s $400 million EUV machines. In the short...
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 may feature a dual‑display design, as revealed by a recent patent that shows a wrap‑around screen with a circular cut‑out. The device is also expected to run on the new Exynos 2600 chipset, promising higher performance and better...
The AI sector is entering a trillion‑dollar investment cycle as companies pour billions into chips, data centers, and power infrastructure. NVIDIA’s GPUs have become the de‑facto hardware for training large language models, propelling its market cap past $1 trillion. Tech giants...
Intel’s 2025 Form 10‑K reveals manufacturing constraints centered on its Intel 7 process rather than external partners like TSMC. Gross margins sit near 35 percent, yet GAAP operating margins turned negative after a large legacy asset write‑down and depreciation changes. The Foundry division...
ETA Prime demonstrates that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset can emulate the PC title *Resident Evil Requiem* on Android via the GameHub emulator. By configuring 720p resolution and enabling FidelityFX Super Resolution 3.1 in Performance mode, indoor scenes reach up to 100 FPS while outdoor...
University of Twente researchers, led by PhD candidate Frank Somhorst, have devised a photon‑filtering technique that merges multiple imperfect photons into a single, higher‑quality photon. The method promises up to a four‑fold reduction in the number of photons required for each...
The author stopped rationing AI experiments to $5 per API call and built a desktop AI workstation to run models locally. By moving from costly token‑based services to a self‑hosted stack, he eliminated the per‑request expense and regained uninterrupted development...
Samsung has begun rolling out a major software update for its Galaxy Watch lineup, incorporating the February security patch along with stability and performance improvements. The update, ranging from 390 MB to 428 MB depending on the model, also adds battery life...
Mesa 26.1 now includes initial Nova Lake P device support for Intel’s ANV Vulkan and Iris Gallium3D drivers. The new bits add nine PCI IDs but remain hidden behind the FORCE_PROBE option, as the implementation is still experimental. This merge follows...
Security researcher xssfox reverse‑engineered a Tomar Strobecom II emergency vehicle preemption (EVP) system and demonstrated that an Arduino‑based infrared transmitter can spoof the signal to turn traffic lights green. The analysis revealed the protocol relies on pulse‑skipping infrared bursts and...
Linux 7.0 kernel includes a fix for Apple Magic Trackpad 2 battery reporting when connected via USB. The change modifies the hid‑magicmouse driver to correct an HID descriptor length check, restoring accurate battery level display. The fix is part of the...
Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM) offers non‑volatile, high‑speed performance with virtually infinite endurance, positioning it as a potential "universal memory." Industry analysts forecast the global MRAM market to expand from roughly $912 million in 2025 to $4.8 billion by 2035, a compound annual growth...
After the Blackwell launch, a user discovered that an RTX PRO 5000 workstation GPU reports only 160 render output units (ROPs) instead of the expected 176. Multiple diagnostic tools confirmed the shortfall, suggesting a hardware configuration issue rather than software misreading. NVIDIA...
Leading Chinese chip executives issued a stark assessment of their domestic semiconductor sector, calling it small, fragmented, and weak despite years of state subsidies. Their analysis, timed with the 2026‑2030 five‑year plan, sets targets to stabilize 28 nm production, achieve reliable...
Building automation has evolved from simple sensor networks to real‑time control platforms that optimize comfort and energy use. However, most systems are designed for immediate visibility rather than preserving a lasting, tamper‑proof record of environmental conditions. The article argues that...
Apple’s entry‑level M5 SoC in the 13‑inch MacBook Air delivers impressive power efficiency, consuming only 7‑8 watts while running demanding titles such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Baldur’s Gate 3. The passively cooled design stabilizes power draw around 8 W, yet still achieves roughly 19.6 fps at...
The guide outlines 15 underused AirPods Pro settings that can dramatically improve sound quality, convenience, and cross‑platform usability. Features such as Adaptive Audio, Spatial Audio, and Live Translation are highlighted, along with practical tweaks like disabling automatic ear detection and...
Canada’s quantum sector reaches a pivotal moment in 2026 as Xanadu clears its final SEC filing, paving the way for a $3.6 billion SPAC merger that would make it the world’s first publicly traded pure‑play photonic quantum computer. The company joins...
Soundcore unveiled the Nebula P1 portable projector at MWC 2026, pairing a 1080p, 650‑ANSI‑lumen projector with detachable 10‑watt Bluetooth speakers that run up to 20 hours on their own battery. The speakers magnetically attach for a 2.0 stereo experience and detach to become...
Manipal Academy of Higher Education has launched Quantum‑Hub@MAHE at its Manipal Institute of Technology in Bengaluru, creating a university‑led ecosystem to support India’s National Quantum Mission. The hub opens with a 25‑qubit dilution refrigeration system and an open‑architecture approach that...
Resources 1.10.2, the GNOME‑based system monitor, now supports power usage monitoring for Intel Xe GPUs and core‑frequency reporting for Intel NPUs. The update also corrects previously inaccurate NPU utilization metrics. Packages are available via GitHub and Flatpak, making the upgrade...
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Ohio State University and Amphenol demonstrated that applying an electric field to relaxor‑based ferroelectric ceramics dramatically extends phonon lifetimes, boosting thermal conductivity by nearly threefold along the field direction. Using inelastic neutron‑scattering at the...
Safaricom has been named the official technology and connectivity partner for the 2026 World Rally Championship Safari Rally in Kenya. The telco will deploy multiple Connectivity on Wheels units and optimise its 5G network to support high‑speed livestreaming, media centres,...
Apple introduced a $599 MacBook, the first low‑cost entry in its laptop line, alongside a budget iPhone and refreshed iPads. The new MacBook retains core Apple design and an M‑series chip, though with a lower‑tier processor, aiming to attract price‑sensitive...
Samsung Display unveiled the Mini PetBot concept at MWC 2026, a pocket‑sized companion robot that uses a 1.34‑inch circular OLED screen as an expressive face. The tiny display animates eyes and facial cues in response to voice and touch, aiming to make...
Nothing's Phone 4a launches into the mid‑range segment with a distinctive transparent back, Gorilla Glass 7i protection and customizable glyph lighting. Powered by the Snapdragon 7S Gen 4 and offered with 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM, it delivers smooth performance and a 120 Hz AMOLED...
Razer’s upcoming Viper V4 Pro gaming mouse has been inadvertently exposed in retail stores, confirming leaked specifications. The mouse upgrades to a Focus Pro 50K sensor, adds Razer Optical Gen 4 switches, an optical scroll wheel, and retains a lightweight 49 g...
Intel unveiled the Core Ultra Series 3 “Panther Lake‑H” mobile processor, a four‑tile, disaggregated SoC that separates compute, graphics, and I/O functions onto dedicated silicon. The 115 mm² Compute tile, built on Intel 18A, houses 16 cores (6 performance, 8 efficiency, 4 low‑power)...
Corsair unveiled the GALLEON 100 SD, a full‑size mechanical keyboard that integrates an Elgato‑style Stream Deck with two programmable dials, a 5‑inch OLED display, and twelve LCD macro keys. The board uses Corsair’s MLX Pulse switches, double‑shot PBT keycaps, per‑key...
Battery-powered air conditioners for campervans have matured, with DC rooftop models eliminating inverter losses and using variable‑speed compressors for higher efficiency. The guide compares a spectrum of units—from low‑draw 12 V options like the Indel B Plein‑Aircon to high‑capacity 48 V heat‑pump models such...
Coherent Corp has launched Thermadite 800 liquid cold plates, a new cooling solution for high‑power AI accelerators. The material delivers 800 W/(m·K) thermal conductivity—about twice that of copper—while being 60% lighter. In benchmark tests, the plates lower chip temperatures by more than...
Oukitel unveiled the WP63, a rugged smartphone that packs a 20,000 mAh battery, a 6.7‑inch 120 Hz display, and an unprecedented electric igniter for starting fires. The device is IP69‑rated, MIL‑STD‑810H certified, and includes a bright LED camp light, 33 W wired charging...
Qnity Electronics announced a $61.5 million investment to acquire a new advanced semiconductor research and manufacturing facility in Taiwan’s Hsinchu Science Park. The site will house state‑of‑the‑art clean rooms, research labs, warehousing and office space to boost advanced‑node and packaging capacity....
Microsoft reported a $68 billion increase in property, plant and equipment during the second half of 2025, nearly matching the total addition recorded in the previous full fiscal year. The bulk of the spend—57%—went to IT hardware such as GPUs and...
Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo, a budget‑focused laptop priced at $599, or $499 for students via its education discount. The device combines an aluminum chassis, a 13‑inch Liquid Retina display, and the A18 Pro chip—delivering performance comparable to the M1—while...
Schneider Electric introduced Foxboro SDA, a software‑defined distributed control system that decouples control software from hardware. The open architecture offers vendor independence, scalability, and seamless integration with legacy plants. Built on IEC 62443‑3‑3 standards, it delivers cyber‑secure, AI‑ready operations while lowering...
ZimaBoard 2 is a compact, passively‑cooled mini server built around Intel’s low‑power N150 quad‑core processor. It ships with either 8 GB or 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory, 32 GB or 64 GB eMMC storage, and offers dual 2.5 GbE ports, USB 3.1, a mini‑DisplayPort, two SATA 3.0 bays...
