The era of compromise with small PCs is over. Today’s mini-ITX boards pack high-end features while modern CPUs and GPUs run cooler than ever. The result? Desktop power in a portable package that doesn’t dominate your space.
Maxone Semiconductor has secured IPO approval on Shanghai’s STAR Market, rising to become the world’s sixth-largest probe card supplier. The company counts Huawei’s investment arm as its fourth-largest shareholder and generates up to 83% of revenue from an unnamed major customer believed to be HiSil
Apple is reportedly developing a budget MacBook using iPhone processors to compete with Chromebooks in education. The move aims to boost MacBook sales by targeting students and casual users. But breaking Google’s classroom dominance requires more than just lower prices.
AI workloads are overwhelming traditional hard drives, forcing a storage rethink. Solid-state drives offer better performance and long-term cost savings despite higher upfront costs. The shift could free up power and space for more GPUs.
Data centers are facing unprecedented power demands as AI racks approach 1MW. Schneider Electric’s 800VDC solution addresses the physics limitations of current power distribution systems. This marks a return to DC power after more than a century of AC dominance.
Finish Thompson has introduced its SX Series explosion-proof electric motor specifically designed for hazardous fuel-handling environments. The two-speed motor can empty a 55-gallon drum in just over three minutes while providing precise filling capabilities for smaller containers. Key safety featur
Qualcomm is bringing its custom Oryon CPU technology to industrial PCs with the new Dragonwing IQ-X Series. These rugged chips can withstand extreme temperatures from -40°F to 221°F and feature integrated AI acceleration. The move represents Qualcomm’s ongoing diversification beyond mobile chipsets.
Intel’s upcoming Nova Lake processors will include AVX10.1 and AVX10.2 vector extensions alongside Advanced Performance Extensions. This marks a significant unification of Intel’s vector instruction architecture, with support confirmed for both desktop and mobile variants launching next year.
Two defense tech companies are joining forces to create portable power solutions for battlefield and disaster scenarios. The partnership combines flexible solar panels with mobile hydrogen generation systems. The goal is to provide reliable power for military operations where traditional infrastruct
Valve is taking another shot at living room gaming with a completely redesigned Steam Machine and controller. The compact PC runs SteamOS and promises dramatically better performance than the Steam Deck. Pre-orders are expected in early 2026.
