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Microsoft has provided further clarification regarding its ambitions for the next-generation Xbox. Asha Sharma, CEO of the Xbox division, now states that Project Helix is being developed as a “product family,” rather than a single console. This clarification marks a shift in the company’s official communication, as it had initially presented the codename as referring to the next-generation console.

AMD announced an expansion of its Ryzen Pro processor lineup. This lineup includes the Ryzen 9 Pro 9965X3D, a high-end model with specifications similar to those of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. However, there are a few differences in terms of clock speeds and supported features. Specs similar to the Ryzen 9 9950X3D: This processor therefore offers specifications similar to those of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D. Both CPUs feature a total of 16 cores and 32 threads.

Recent news suggests that it’s a boom time for the Chinese tech industry. And indeed, the momentum continues. SMIC, the only semiconductor factory in China capable of producing 7-nm-equivalent chips, posted first-quarter revenue of $3 billion. This performance far exceeded its own forecasts, with revenue growth of 36.1% compared to the previous year and net income nearly tripling to $479.2 million. The factory’s utilization rate reached 93.7%, exceeding customer demand.

After the cooling section, let’s now take a look at a small power supply on display at DeepCool’s booth at Gamescom. This is a compact unit, to say the least, as it’s an SFX model with a respectable 850 W output. However, the brand stands out for its high efficiency, as attested by various Platinum certifications! A compact unit—exactly what we need more of on the market: To put it mildly, SFX power supplies aren’t exactly a dime a dozen on the market.

Over at PowerColor, the company has announced a new graphics card featuring a special edition inspired by the latest title in the*A Plague Tale* franchise. Specifically, the brand is offering the RX 9070 XT Hellhound Resonance. The card comes with a special bundle and a design crafted to match the franchise’s aesthetic. A stylized Hellhound! With this card, we see a Hellhound version from PowerColor. Clearly, the card is quite large, measuring 34 cm in length and spanning 2.5 slots in thickness.

We’ve already told you about the 9070 XT unveiled by ASUS for the grand return of Capcom’s legendary franchise with the game *Onimusha: Way of the Sword*. This graphics card obviously builds on the technical foundation of the TUF Gaming model but features a completely redesigned exterior for the occasion. ASUS is clearly targeting fans of the Capcom franchise.

A new case from the American manufacturer Hyte, which has announced the stunning Y50. This is a compartmentalized case featuring three tempered glass panels. But what sets it apart is its affordable price, which hovers around $100. Plus, it comes in unique colors like red, purple, and pink. To get an idea of what it’s like, you can always check out our review of the X50 here. Compartmentalized design with three glass panels! This case is a compartmentalized model with generous dimensions.

Intel unveiled the technical specifications of its new Wildcat Lake architecture yesterday at the Hot Chips 2026 conference. Positioned as an alternative to the MacBook Neo, this entry-level chip is built on the 18A process node and incorporates the UCIe (Universal Chiplet Interconnect Express) specification to optimize costs and communication between chips.

An unusual situation recently arose in the hardware world. The Australian media outlet Hardware Unboxed published one of the first independent reviews of the Radeon RX 9050 8 GB, but the testing process was subject to severe restrictions. According to reports, AMD did not provide a sample to the publication and explicitly prohibited its partners from sending one to it.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is obviously one of the most anticipated titles of the year, with a release date set for November 19. While Rockstar Games is preparing an extensive presentation on Netflix on August 27, a leaker known as CYBERLEEK has gotten a head start by posting gameplay clips and what appears to be the entire map of the Leonida world. It’s huge. Image by Rockstar Games.