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AMD’s official Ryzen 5000XT CPU benchmarks don’t hold up

AMD's performance data for upcoming Ryzen 5000XT processors isn't entirely what it seems, as new benchmarks reveal.

Microsoft removes Copilot keyboard shortcut for a bizarre reason

WIN+C is no more as of the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build, but Microsoft's reason for the removal of its Copilot shortcut is odd.

AOC enters the esports promised land with new 280Hz monitor

AOC lowers the entry into esports with a new 1080p 280Hz gaming monitor based around a high-contrast VA panel.

Netgear RS300 makes WiFi 7 routers more affordable

Netgear is finally making WiFi 7 routers affordable with its new RS300, starting at less than half the price of its predecessor.

A big AMD hack has the CPU maker leaning on law enforcement

AMD servers got hacked, allegedly revealing sensitive data about upcoming products and employees' information.

CPU smuggler faces up to 7 years in prison

Hong Kong customs seize an estimated $12 million HKD worth of CPUs, potentially condemning the smuggler to 7 years in prison.

Skyrocketing TSMC N3 prices could spell havoc for Nvidia GPUs

TSMC plans to increase its manufacturing prices following an increase in demand coming from China and upcoming next-gen chips.

Microsoft hopes free Copilot Pro trial will tempt new subscribers

Microsoft Copilot Pro is now available for all to try free of charge for one month, but its value thereafter remains questionable.

New Samsung NVMe SSD may include an unusual change

Alongside 990 Evo Plus, Samsung has filed a trademark for a new 9100 Pro storage device that may be its first PCIe 5.0 x4 SSD.