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Usman Saleem

(He/Him)
Islamabad
As seen in: Tech4Gamers, The Startup, Appuals, HubPages, The Cureus Journal of Medical Science, Indibloghub, Sarhad Journal of Agriculture
Covers:  PC Hardware, Gaming, Consumer Technology
Tech journalist, PC hardware enthusiast, and an avid gamer. News Editor - TechPowerUp Former PC hardware specialist at Tech4Gamers

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Usman Saleem’s Biography

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Hey there! I’m Usman Saleem, and I bring 8+ years of comprehensive PC hardware expertise to the table. My journey in the tech world has involved in-depth tech analysis and insightful PC hardware reviews, perfecting over 6+ years of dedicated work. My commitment to staying authentic and relevant in the field is underscored by many professional certifications, including a recent one in Google IT Support Specialization.

Parallel to my tech endeavors, I am a final year MBBS medical student on the …

Usman Saleem’s Journalist Portfolio

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Small Form Factor PCs Are Popular Now - Here's Why

Small Form Factor PCs Are Popular Now - Here's Why

Small Form Factor PCs are gaining traction - explore the reasons behind the rising shift towards compact, yet…

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AI in Gaming - What Can We Expect?

AI in Gaming - What Can We Expect?

Let's explore the endless possibilities of artificial intelligence in the current and future gaming landscape.

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Why You Should Undervolt Your CPU

Why You Should Undervolt Your CPU

Is your CPU running too hot? Here's why undervolting might be the ideal solution for modern power-hungry proc…

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Should You Buy DDR4 RAM In 2023?

Should You Buy DDR4 RAM In 2023?

With the rise of DDR5 memory over the past few years, does it still make sense to buy DDR4 memory in 2023?

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Why You Should STOP Buying HDDs In 2023

Why You Should STOP Buying HDDs In 2023

With SSD prices plummeting by the day, is there any point in buying a hard drive in 2023? Should you buy them…

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GPU Overclocking Is Irrelevant In 2023 - Here's Why

GPU Overclocking Is Irrelevant In 2023 - Here's Why

Is GPU overclocking a relic of the past in a world of self-boosting graphics cards, or does it still hold val…

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Sony’s PS6 Handheld Staying Under $600 is “Definitely Not Possible,” Says Leaker

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By Usman Saleem
| Tech4Gamers Verified
Story Highlight Leaker Kepler_L2 has said that Sony’s PS6 handheld staying under $600 is “not possible.” Rising LPDDR memory prices are the reason, due to increased data center demand. The PS6 handheld, ending up priced close to the PS6, will likely be a disaster for Sony. Sony’s much-anticipated PlayStation 6 handheld is going to be more expensive than expected, at least according to prominent AMD leaker Kepler_L2.
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Nintendo Switch 2 May Be Getting Another Price Hike Soon, as Samsung Raises 8nm Manufacturing Prices

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By Usman Saleem
| Tech4Gamers Verified
Story Highlight Samsung is increasing contract manufacturing prices for its advanced nodes. The price of the 4nm node rose about 10-15%, the 5nm node about 10-15%, and the 8nm process about 10%. Nintendo Switch 2 uses the 8nm process, so a price hike might be on the horizon soon. Samsung has increased its contract manufacturing prices for advanced nodes, as it is facing a significant surge in customer orders driven by staggering AI demand.
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Micron Has Apparently Stopped Making All M.2 NVMe SSDs, Leaving Customers Scrambling For Replacements

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By Usman Saleem
| Tech4Gamers Verified
Story Highlight Another customer went through an RMA process with Crucial for his SSD and was denied a replacement. The customer service rep states that Crucial has no inventory available, as all production of M.2 NVMe SSDs has ceased. The customer was offered a refund at the original purchase price, far below current market value. The warranty saga surrounding Micron and its now defunct Crucial consumer brand keeps spiraling out of control.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Started as a Tech hardware specialist at Appuals.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No

How is social media changing news?

Nobody cares about paragraph 7. Its all about the headline, for better or worse.