Apple’s iPad Mini 8 could represent a major upgrade over the current model. The compact tablet might feature OLED display technology and waterproof capabilities, though potentially at a higher price point.
Microsoft is previewing Default Game Profiles for ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X handhelds, automatically balancing FPS and power consumption across 40 games. The system extends battery life while maintaining performance, with Hollow Knight: Silksong gaining nearly an hour of extra runtime. Early next yea
Huawei’s upcoming Kirin 9030 chipset has appeared in Geekbench 6 benchmarks with disappointing results. The processor shows performance gaps of up to 346% compared to Apple’s A19 Pro and Qualcomm’s latest offerings. Despite moving to a 9-core design, the chip struggles to compete.
Tesla’s CEO is aiming for unprecedented semiconductor production volumes to support the company’s AI ambitions. The plan includes annual chip platform updates and potentially billions of units to power Tesla’s FSD fleet and robotics projects.
The M4 Mac mini continues to deliver exceptional value nearly a year after its debut. With current Black Friday pricing starting at $479 for the 16GB RAM configuration, it’s lowering barriers for developers and creators entering the Mac ecosystem.
TUXEDO Computers has abandoned plans for a Snapdragon X1 Elite Linux laptop after discovering major compatibility problems. The company cited poor battery performance, missing BIOS updates, and lack of virtualization support as key issues. With the X2 Elite successor coming in 2026, continuing devel
Intel has officially confirmed its Panther Lake CPU lineup will launch at CES 2026 on January 5. The chips feature a five-tile architecture with new performance cores and advanced AI capabilities. This represents Intel’s continued push against AMD in the competitive processor market.
Thermal imaging technology is getting dramatically cheaper and more accessible. The new P1 Repair Master packs a 320×240 resolution sensor into a pocket-sized device that works with both iPhones and Android phones, bringing serious thermal diagnostics to technicians and DIYers alike.
JEDEC is developing a new CQDIMM standard that will enable 128GB DDR5 memory modules by upgrading from 2-rank to 4-rank design. Motherboard makers including MSI, Gigabyte, and ASUS are already working on compatible designs. Intel’s Arrow Lake-S Refresh platform is expected to be the first to support
This week’s SuperComputing 2025 conference brought together industry professionals to explore the latest hardware and software for AI and HPC markets. CRN highlighted 18 key technologies ranging from tiny ICs to full supercomputers displayed by hundreds of exhibitors.
