More Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Mini PCs with 128GB Are Now Available… if You Can Afford One
AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395 mobile processor, featuring integrated graphics comparable to a discrete GPU and support for up to 128 GB of LPDDR5‑8000 memory, is now being offered in a growing lineup of mini PCs. Prices for these AI‑focused workstations range from roughly $2,400 to $3,800, driven by recent spikes in RAM and SSD costs. Chinese manufacturers such as GEEKOM, Beelink and Bosgame have introduced models at the high end of this spectrum, while brands like Corsair and Framework remain relatively more competitive. The market’s willingness to pay Mac‑Studio‑level prices for compact, high‑spec PCs remains unclear.
Gigabyte BRIX Mini PC with Intel Panther Lake Coming Soon
Gigabyte unveiled the BRIX‑BRU9‑386H, the first mini PC in its line to ship with Intel’s Core Ultra 9 386H “Panther Lake” processor. The compact 119 × 113 × 34 mm device supports up to 128 GB of user‑replaceable DDR5‑6400 memory, a rare capability among ultra‑low‑power CPUs. It offers...
Samsung Galaxy Book6 Pro and Ultra Laptops Now Available (for Those Who Can Afford Them)
Samsung launched its Galaxy Book6 lineup, featuring the premium 16‑inch Book6 Ultra with optional Intel Core Ultra X7 358H and NVIDIA RTX 5060 graphics, priced from $2,500 to $3,000. The more affordable Book6 Pro starts at $1,900 for the 16‑inch model and $1,600...
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Rabbit's 2024 handheld AI device, the R1, was widely criticized for underdelivering, prompting the company to refocus on software improvements. Now the firm announced Project CyberDeck, a mini‑laptop that pairs a high‑quality keyboard and display with low‑power, Raspberry Pi 5‑class processing. The...
Dabao Is a $10 Dev Board with an Open Source Baochip-1x RISC-V Microcontroller (Crowdfunding)
Hardware hacker bunnie Huang launched the Dabao evaluation board, a $9.50 single‑board computer featuring the open‑source Baochip‑1x RISC‑V microcontroller. The chip, fabricated in TSMC’s 22 nm process, offers a 350 MHz VexRiscv core, multiple PicoRV32 I/O cores, 4 MiB non‑volatile RRAM, and hardware...
Anbernic RG Vita and RG Vita Pro Are Android Handheld Game Consoles with Familiar Design
Chinese manufacturer Anbernic is set to release two Android handheld consoles, the RG Vita and RG Vita Pro, that closely resemble Sony’s PlayStation Vita in form factor. The entry‑level RG Vita uses a Unisoc T618 processor, 3 GB RAM, 64 GB storage...
Oukitel WP63 Rugged Phone Has an Igniter for Starting Fires, a Camp Light, and a 20,000 mAh Battery
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...
Deals Roundup (2-27-2026)
Best Buy is offering the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 with an Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD for $920, roughly 35 % below the $1,400 list price. The discount is part of a broader February 27 promotion that also includes a...
Lenovo Yoga Book Pro 3D Concept Is a Dual-Screen Laptop with Glasses-Free 3D
Lenovo unveiled the Yoga Book Pro 3D concept, a dual‑screen laptop that adds a glasses‑free 3D display to its lower panel. The prototype will be showcased at Mobile World Congress 2026, but it remains a concept with no announced price...
Lenovo Legion Go Fold Concept Is a Portable Gaming PC with a Foldable Display
Lenovo unveiled a Legion Go Fold concept at Mobile World Congress, featuring a foldable pOLED screen that measures 7.7 inches when closed and expands to 11.6 inches unfolded. The device runs on an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor with 32 GB LPDDR5x memory and integrated Arc 140V...
Asus and Dell Introduce Windows 365 Cloud PCs (Basically Mini PCs that Are Dumb Terminals)
Microsoft’s Windows 365 cloud PC platform is expanding as Asus and Dell unveil dedicated mini‑PC terminals designed specifically for the service. The Asus NUC 16 for Windows 365 packs a compact 0.7 L chassis, DDR5 memory, and a 20 Gbps USB‑C port, while the Dell...
Fedora Pocketblue Remix Is an Atomic Linux Distro for Mobile Devices (Phones and Tablets)
Fedora Pocketblue Remix is an atomic Linux distribution that brings Fedora to smartphones and tablets. Its atomic update model ensures that package upgrades are either fully applied or rolled back, reducing the risk of a broken system. The remix currently...
Nothing Reinvents Its Glyph Notification Lights Again, This Time for the Phone (4a)
Nothing is set to launch its mid‑range Phone 4a, featuring a revamped Glyph Bar with six square lights and nine individually controllable mini‑LEDs that are 40% brighter than earlier A‑series versions. The new notification system replaces the previous strip‑based designs and...
Raspberry Pi RP2350 Microcontroller Overclocked to Run at More than 5X Original Frequency
The Raspberry Pi RP2350, launched in 2024 with dual Cortex‑M33 and Hazard3 RISC‑V cores capped at 150 MHz, has been pushed far beyond its spec. By disabling the internal regulator, raising voltage to 2.95 V and applying aggressive cooling, engineers achieved up to...
Apple Could Launch a New Entry-Level MacBook in March (Along with New MacBook Pro and Air Models)
Apple is slated to host a March 4, 2026 event that could unveil a new entry‑level MacBook priced below $1,000, alongside refreshed MacBook Air and Pro models powered by M5‑series chips. The budget MacBook is expected to feature a sub‑13‑inch aluminum display, a...
ACEMAGIC N3A NAS Features AMD Ryzen 7 3750H and Support for 4 HDDs and 2 SSDs
The ACEMAGIC N3A NAS ships with a 2019‑era AMD Ryzen 7 3750H mobile processor, four 3.5‑inch HDD bays and two PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 slots. Its 35 W TDP is markedly higher than the low‑power Intel N150 found in many budget NAS devices, but the...
More Google Pixel 10a Details Leak (It’s Basically a Pixel 9a+)
Google is poised to roll out the Pixel 10a, its next mid‑range A‑series handset, within days. Early retailer listings reveal that the device is essentially a refreshed Pixel 9a, featuring a modest hardware bump rather than a full redesign. The...
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Detachable Brings a Bigger Screen and Thinner Design (Leaks)
Lenovo is set to unveil the ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1 at Mobile World Congress, featuring a larger 13‑inch display within a slimmer chassis. The refreshed model introduces a detachable keyboard with an integrated pen slot, dual USB‑C ports, a 3.5 mm...