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Tired of relying on cables to keep your PS5 controllers charged? Consider a charging dock, where you can place your controller after gaming and have it automatically recharge—no extra steps required. Right now, Walmart has a PS5 charging station available for just $13, a huge markdown from its original $60. This charging dock can power up two DualSense controllers simultaneously, providing the ultimate convenience for busy gamers. This dock does more than just charge—it keeps your controllers organized, giving them a dedicated place to sit when not in use. Charging takes only 2.5 hours, ensuring your controllers are always ready…
The launch of AMD’s Ryzen 9000X series initially seemed underwhelming, with reviews falling short of high expectations and retailers swiftly marking down prices. Yet, as many predicted, AMD fans were simply waiting for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, a chip tailored for gaming with enhanced V-cache. The demand for this model has been overwhelming, selling out at top U.S. retailers like Amazon, Newegg, Best Buy, and Micro Center within 24 hours. This trend isn’t limited to the U.S.; The Verge reports similar shortages across Europe and other markets. The 9800X3D builds on the success of AMD’s X3D series, which made a…
Intel is under scrutiny as its 13th- and 14th-gen CPUs, particularly high-end models, have been plagued by persistent stability issues, with reports of crashes and irreparable damage circulating widely. Intel attributes the problems to aggressive BIOS settings on certain motherboards, but the situation has led to consumer frustration, with one dissatisfied New Yorker, Mark Vanvalkenburgh, filing a class-action lawsuit. The suit claims Intel was aware of these issues well before they became public knowledge and accuses the company of failing to disclose the defects even as return rates rose and the tech community raised alarms. The legal action, detailed by…
OLED gaming monitors are starting to become more accessible, with more affordable options for those who want the deep contrasts and rich colors OLED offers. However, if you’re seeking the best value and willing to consider a larger display, the LG UltraGear 39GS95QE is a compelling choice. Originally retailing at $1,500, it’s now available on Amazon for just $892.74, offering an impressive 40% off. This 39-inch LG model brings a lot to the table compared to the more common 34-inch monitors, delivering a high 3440×1440 resolution combined with a 240Hz refresh rate for incredibly smooth gameplay. The extra screen space…
AMD has experienced a striking increase in desktop CPU market share over the last year, with nearly a 10 percent rise due to the success of its recent desktop gaming CPUs. Mercury Research, an analytics firm tracking market trends for AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm, reported AMD’s desktop CPU market share grew by 9.6 percentage points year-over-year, reaching 28.7 percent as of the third quarter of 2024. In the mobile CPU sector, AMD saw a similar uptick, securing 22.3 percent market share — a gain of 2.8 percentage points over the previous year. This shift highlights AMD’s ability to capitalize on…
Intel’s “Arrow Lake” processor launch faced a rough start, and Intel’s Vice President Robert Hallock didn’t shy away from addressing the missteps in a recent conversation on the Hot Hardware podcast. Hallock confirmed that the performance shortfalls observed were a surprise to the company, with some memory latencies climbing as high as 180 nanoseconds, a far cry from Intel’s intended 70 to 80 ns range. These issues are compounded by factors at the OS and BIOS levels, resulting in performance that fell below both Intel’s and users’ expectations. Intel plans to release a detailed explanation of the problems by the…
If you’re a gamer or professional who needs high-end performance on a budget, the Acer Nitro V gaming laptop is the perfect solution, now available for just $850 — a remarkable 23% discount off its standard price of $1,100. This laptop delivers powerful specifications that rival more expensive models, offering great value without sacrificing performance. The Acer Nitro V is powered by the Intel Core i7-13620H processor, which features 10 cores designed for handling demanding tasks like gaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking. This is paired with 16GB of DDR5 RAM, ensuring smooth operation even with numerous apps and browser…
The Windows 11 24H2 update has been plagued by a series of frustrating issues since its rollout, and now a new problem has emerged that is affecting Microsoft Office applications. Users running CrowdStrike Falcon sensor antivirus software on systems that have been updated to Windows 11 24H2 are encountering crashes with key Office apps such as Word and Excel. This issue seems to be the result of a conflict between the latest version of Windows 11 and a particular setting in CrowdStrike’s Prevention Policy. The setting at the heart of the problem is the “Enhanced Exploitation Visibility Prevention Policy” in…
For those looking to boost their PC’s storage performance, the Samsung 990 Pro SSD is now available for just $148.79 on Amazon, a fantastic 40% off its regular price of $250. This deal is a game-changer for anyone looking to upgrade their system with a high-performance internal SSD. Previously, the only downside to the Samsung 990 Pro was its steep price tag. With this discount, though, it’s an easy recommendation. Plus, if you prefer an SSD with a heat sink, the heat sink version is also on sale for $174.46, down from its usual $265. With read speeds of up…
Outlook is currently grappling with two significant bugs that are causing inconvenience for users. One issue is related to the Ctrl + C keyboard shortcut for copying text. When users try to copy text within emails, Outlook freezes, rendering the function unusable. Microsoft is aware of this problem and is working on a fix. Until the issue is resolved, users can choose between switching to an earlier version of Outlook or using the new Outlook available in the Microsoft Store, both of which do not exhibit this problem. The second issue occurs when too many emails are open simultaneously. If…