Gamers on Windows 11 24H2/25H2 faced severe frame rate drops after the October 2025 updates. NVIDIA has released a critical hotfix driver to restore performance, stepping in where Microsoft has stayed silent.
For the first time, scientists have recorded the crackle of electrical discharges within dust storms on Mars. This discovery confirms a long-held theory and has major implications for understanding the planet’s chemistry and planning future exploration.
Two major players in underwater tech are joining forces. Kongsberg Discovery’s sensing systems are being integrated into MacArtney’s towed vehicle platforms, creating new turnkey solutions for deep-sea work.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is making his fifth visit to Taiwan this year around Thanksgiving. The trips focus on supply chain discussions and checking on TSMC founder Morris Chang’s health. This unprecedented frequency reveals how critical Taiwan’s manufacturing ecosystem is to NVIDIA’s AI dominance.
ASUS has launched a high-end router that doubles as a Docker host. The ROG Rapture GT-BE19000AI features tri-band Wi-Fi 7 support and dedicated hardware for running containers. It’s being marketed as the world’s first AI router with specific support for Home Assistant.
Samsung is pushing to finalize HBM4 pricing with Nvidia by year-end, aiming to match SK Hynix’s rates around mid-$500 per stack. The company has accelerated its timeline and now targets second-quarter 2026 shipments, potentially narrowing SK Hynix’s supply advantage from six months to just one quart
The 2025 Xbox wireless controller has plunged to just $39 during Amazon’s Black Friday event, down from its usual $64 price. This 38% discount makes Microsoft’s premium gaming peripheral cheaper than many budget alternatives while offering cross-platform compatibility and 40-hour battery life.
The rumored price for Samsung’s first tri-fold phone appears to be coming into focus. A new report suggests it may be hundreds less than initial estimates, though still firmly in the premium category. The device is expected to have a very limited initial release.
RAM prices have jumped 500% since October while SSD costs have doubled, according to industry reports. Major PC manufacturers are already adjusting prices and configurations in response to the ongoing shortage.
Nvidia has finished rolling out RTX 5080 servers across all GeForce Now regions. The cloud gaming service is also adding seven new titles this week, headlined by the brand new RPG Of Ash and Steel.
