Hardware Category

Samsung dethrones Intel in global chip market

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Intel fell off its position as the world's largest semiconductor company in 2024, Gartner reports. Samsung Electronics overtook the spot, powered by strong memory chip sales and surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI). The

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Two-in-one: These FDA-cleared glasses help you see and hear

Michael Anthony Bitoon

EssilorLuxottica's Nuance Audio "hearing glasses" became FDA-cleared, marking the first prescription eyewear to function as an over-the-counter hearing aid in the United States. The glasses also achieved a CE marking under

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Nvidia’s RTX 5090 and 5080 deliver AI gaming revolution—if you can find one

Michael Anthony Bitoon

NVIDIA released a comprehensive software update on January 30 that extends its latest DLSS 4 technology to existing RTX graphics card owners and launches its new RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs.  Meanwhile, launch day chaos

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Google opens Pebble code, founder plans new smartwatch

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Google open-sourced the defunct Pebble smartwatch’s operating system on January 27, 2025, handing its original creator, Eric Migicovsky, a chance to rebuild the beloved device with community support. “This is part of an

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Microsoft confirms major game releases for Nintendo Switch 2

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer is looking forward to releasing Xbox games on the Nintendo Switch 2. The console boss confirmed these plans during a January 25, 2025, interview on the Gamertag Radio podcast. “I

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LG launches 2025 Gram lineup with on-device AI and Copilot+ certification

Michael Anthony Bitoon

LG Electronics announced its 2025 lineup of Gram laptops that can run artificial intelligence (AI) features without an internet connection, with the 16-inch Gram Pro becoming the company's first Copilot+ certified PC. The

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The UK’s Role in the Global Semiconductor Landscape

Stephane Bandeira

Semiconductors are essential to technology and the economy. Global competition is rising, and the UK has a chance to strengthen its role. By building on its strengths and investing wisely, it can support industries like

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Sony developing handheld console that can run PS5 games natively

Sophia Feona Cantiller

Sony is reportedly in the early stages of developing a handheld gaming console capable of running PS5 games without relying on cloud gaming or Remote Play. According to a Bloomberg report, this potential new device

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Google launches scam detection feature for Pixel phones using on-device AI

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Google is rolling out its latest Scam Detection feature for Pixel users, first announced back in May during the Google I/O 2024 conference. Available for Pixel 6 and newer models, this feature uses artificial

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Southeast Asia moves fast to reform chipmaking industry after U.S. election

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Southeast Asian nations are rushing to reshape their semiconductor sectors following the recent U.S. presidential election, which has renewed concerns about potential tariffs on Chinese goods and broader trade instability. South Korea, Japan, and

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Apple’s Vision Pro 2 aims for high-end AR with M5 chip upgrade, delays budget model to 2027

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Apple is preparing to release the Vision Pro 2, a mixed-reality headset equipped with an upgraded M5 chip, set to deliver a major performance boost over its predecessor. Expected to debut in late 2025

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Facing financial strain, OpenAI looks to hardware with Meta AR veteran

Michael Anthony Bitoon

OpenAI is taking baby steps into the hardware world by hiring Caitlin Kalinowski, a former Meta's augmented reality (AR) lead, to lead its robotics and consumer hardware projects. Kalinowski, who began her role on

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Parents turn to dumbphones to keep kids safe from the Internet

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Feature phones, once considered relics of the pre-smartphone era, are experiencing a remarkable comeback in the UK. Driven by parents seeking to shield children from the dangers of the internet and Gen Z individuals

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Heineken introduces Boring Mode, an app helping users escape the distractions of social media

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Heineken introduced the Boring Mode app, an app that helps people disconnect from their smartphones and focus on the moment. The app, available on iOS and Android, blocks notifications, social media, and even the camera,

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Iron-based batteries could revolutionize energy storage in off-grid communities

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) have discovered a novel approach to improving the efficiency of iron-based alkaline batteries by adding silicate to the electrolyte. This novel breakthrough was published in ChemSusChem on October

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Snapdragon 8 Elite breaks barriers with unmatched AI and performance for Android flagships

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Qualcomm shook up the smartphone world during its Maui Summit with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset announcement, setting a new bar for flagship smartphone technology. Built on TSMC’s 3nm process and featuring the new

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OMIECs are set to revolutionize the future of semiconductor technology—Stanford study reveals

Michael Anthony Bitoon

Image by Dee from Pixabay Stanford scientists have unlocked new insights into the structure of organic mixed ionic-electronic conductors (OMIECs), positioning these materials as key players in the future of semiconductors. By using advanced

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Logitech challenges Stream Deck with MX Creative Console, tailored for Adobe creators

Michael Anthony Bitoon

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