Nvidia's long-awaited N1X Arm chip for the PC will be released within months according to a new report N1X out by the end of March, next-gen N2 in 2027. PC Gamer · Jan 21
Nvidia's Arm-based N1X-equipped gaming laptops are reportedly set to debut this quarter, with N2 series chips planned for 2027 — new roadmap leak finally hints at consumer release Windows-on-ARM machines Nvidia's long-rumored N1/N1X SoCs have traded an actual launch for rumors for more than two years now. Going as far back as 2021, when MediaTek's partnership with Nvidia was first unveiled, we've only heard about the chip through leaks. With the N1 silicon powering the GB10 Superchip, it's perhaps finally… Tom’s Hardware · Jan 20
Processor ARM race heats up as Nvidia could soon challenge Intel, AMD and Apple with its N1X laptop CPU Nvidia's N1X chip could debut in laptops within the next couple of months, with next-gen N2 CPUs rumored to follow later in 2027. TechRadar · Jan 20
NVIDIA-powered Windows on Arm laptops may finally be launching in 2026 A new supply chain report suggests that NVIDIA is finally getting ready to release its chips for Windows on Arm PCs, and sooner than you might expect. Windows Central · Jan 20
I'm going to miss new ASUS phones in 2026 for this one reason ASUS isn't making new smartphones in 2026, and I'm really hoping this is not a "goodbye" and more of a "see you later." Here's why I'll miss ASUS phones. Android Central · Jan 6
There won’t be any new Asus ROG phones or Zenfones this year – or maybe ever Asus has confirmed that it has no plans to release new phones this year, but you'll still be able to get support for existing handsets. TechRadar · Jan 5
Inside Samsung Bribery Allegations As DRAM And NAND Prices Surge Worldwide Samsung employees face bribery accusations linked to DRAM and NAND sales, deepening a global RAM price crisis that could push costs even higher for consumers and businesses. International Business Times UK · Dec 22, 2025
Intel CEO rejects reports the company is obtaining TSMC secrets from former executive — Taiwan's investigation into Intel's controversial recent hire continues Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan dismisses speculation that former TSMC executive Wei-Jen Lo could have brought advanced TSMC process secrets to Intel. Tom’s Hardware · Nov 21, 2025
Black Friday to the rescue? SSD prices could rise again, so now is the time to buy If you were thinking about an SSD upgrade, do it now - prices are set to rise again due to NAND flash shortages. TechRadar · Nov 11, 2025
Phison CEO confirms NAND prices have more than doubled and will continue to rise, all 2026 production already sold out — SSDs facing pricing apocalypse throughout 2027 Khein-Seng Pua, the CEO of Phison, speaking to Digitimes, has painted a damning picture of the storage market to come. With NAND prices already on the rise, the CEO believes there's no alleviation in sight and the landscape will remain rough for the following years. Data centers are rapidly shifting… Tom’s Hardware · Nov 10, 2025
Hard drives on backorder for two years as AI data centers trigger HDD shortage — delays forcing rapid transition to QLC SSDs Artificial intelligence has taken yet another victim. After GPUs and memory, storage is now facing a shortage as well, at least in the enterprise space. Production capacity for nearline storage, fueled by high-capacity server HDDs, is booked for the next two years. Cloud providers are switching to QLC NAND to… Tom’s Hardware · Nov 9, 2025
Samsung and other memory manufacturers reportedly leave DDR5 buyers hanging as prices expected to surge 30–50% every quarter from the end of 2025 through the first half of 2026 The biggest rise in recent memory. PC Gamer · Nov 3, 2025
Korea's cardboard drones address UAV shortages and climate crisis — inspired by the Ukraine war, drone inventor looked for the most easily sourced and repairable materials The AirSense UAV drone is constructed from eco-friendly packaging boards and paper fiber. Tom’s Hardware · Oct 28, 2025
Samsung takes a scalpel to its 2nm wafer price tag, bringing it down to $20,000 — Korean chipmaker now undercuts rival TSMC by 33% Samsung throws the gauntlet to TMSC, which recently rose its pricing thanks to overwhelming demand. Tom’s Hardware · Sep 26, 2025
Windows Central · Sep 26, 2025 AI bust — Intel plans to hike 13th Gen CPU prices years after launch as interest for new Core Ultra chips fails to ignite Are 13th Gen Core i CPUs too good a deal? Intel seems to think so, as reports suggest that a 10% or higher price hike is headed to certain hardware. Here's what you need to know.
PC Gamer · Sep 25, 2025 Intel's 13th and 14th Gen chips will reportedly see a 10% price hike soon, partly in response to 'the lackluster performance of AI PCs' Raptor Lake has had a strange few years.
TechRadar · Sep 25, 2025 Hoping for some big Black Friday laptop deals? Intel CPU price hikes could scupper your plans Market forces seem to be conspiring against notebook manufacturers right now.
Tom’s Hardware · Sep 25, 2025 Intel reportedly raising prices on ever-popular Raptor Lake chips — 'outdated' CPUs to get over 10% price hike due to disinterest in AI processors Intel's Raptor Lake Refresh processors are expected to become more expensive because of increasing demand, despite being one generation behind the company's latest chips.
Tom’s Hardware · Sep 17, 2025 NAND and DRAM prices surge by up to 20% — contract price increases driven by AI demands and tight supply Contract prices for both NAND and DRAM have jumped by an estimated 15-20% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to numbers published by DigiTimes on September 17.
TechRadar · Sep 2, 2025 Want to upgrade the DDR4 RAM in your PC? New report is a clear signal you should buy sooner rather than later Older DDR4 RAM is becoming more expensive, and that trend is set to continue - so you might want to buy now if you're planning an upgrade.
Tom’s Hardware · Sep 1, 2025 DDR4 costs soar as manufacturers pull the plug — panic buying and stockpiling impact DDR4 spot pricing as supply dwindles According to recent findings by Digitimes, DDR4 spot prices have stabilized after a frenzied second quarter, yet contract pricing continues to rise as supply remains tight.
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 29, 2025 TSMC reportedly cuts Chinese chipmaking tools from 2nm fabs as suppliers face scrutiny due to emerging new US restrictions TSMC will no longer use Chinese-made equipment in its 2nm chip production lines, according to reports from both Digitimes and Nikkei Asia.
TechRadar · Aug 16, 2025 The Apple Watch may get a major redesign – but not in time for the Apple Watch 11 A new report points to a significant revamp for the Apple Watch 12 in 2026, ahead of the 2025 model appearing.
TechRadar · Aug 11, 2025 A $599 MacBook could actually be coming – and even as a hardened Windows fan, I'd be tempted to take the plunge There's more chatter about a cheap MacBook, and rumored $599 price would indeed 'shake up the notebook market' - to put it mildly.
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 11, 2025 Rumored $599-$699 MacBook could be in the works — 12.9-inch model with iPhone 16 Pro SoC tipped for Q3 2025 production Apple’s manufacturing partners in Taiwan are reportedly preparing a MacBook deluge with a new level of affordability, according to industry sources.