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• Memory crisis expected to last until 2031, supply already allocated for 2026CES 2026 is over and it has revealed the situation with memory being consumed by AI companies is much worse than we initially thought.Jan 11, 2026 5:03 PM CST
• ASRock unveils Taichi OLED gaming monitor lineup at CES 2026ASRock has unveiled a new lineup of premium gaming monitors under its Taichi brand, and all of them are gorgeous OLED gaming monitors.Jan 11, 2026 4:15 PM CST
• GameStop stores are closing across the US, hopefully not the one near youGameStop may be closing a store near you as the company has announced hundreds of store closures are expected to happen across 2026.Jan 11, 2026 3:45 PM CST
• Elon Musk will reveal what makes X, formerly Twitter, tick with public algorithm revealElon Musk has announced that in a short amount of time X will be getting a new algorithm that will be open-sourced to the public for inspection.Jan 11, 2026 3:11 PM CST
• Meta yet to respond to data from 17.5 million Instagram users being found on the dark webInstagram parent company Meta has been linked to a potential Instagram data breach that resulted in sensitive information on 17.5 million users leaking.Jan 11, 2026 2:40 PM CST
• HP forced to turn to Chinese memory makers over DRAM supply shortageThe memory shortage caused by AI companies has resulted in HP having to turn to Chinese memory manufacturers as a possible source for supply.Jan 9, 2026 9:45 PM CST
• Steam Machine price leak suggests it will cost as much as an iPhoneThe latest leaks for the Steam Machine price indicate it will be more expensive than the PS5 and Xbox Series X, but not as expensive as a mid-range PC.Jan 9, 2026 9:34 PM CST
• Patriot's MD330 storage hub lets you connect a monitor, access storage, charge your phonePatriot Memory's impressive MD330 storage hub has 3-in-1 functionality: connects a monitor, access built-in storage, and charge your phone all at once.Jan 9, 2026 9:22 PM CST
• Thunderobot's new MIX GAMING 2: thin-and-tall, but very slim PC easily runs games at 4K 60FPS+Thunderobot's new MIX GAMING 2 is a thin-and-tall Mini-PC with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU.Jan 9, 2026 9:11 PM CST
• Xbox Developer Direct to feature 'secret' fourth game in surprise announcementXbox Developer Direct has confirmed three titles are set to be unveiled, but a prominent leaker has teased a fourth 'secret' title is planned.Jan 9, 2026 9:03 PM CST
• 256GB of RAM costs $5700 in China, you'd need only 100 modules to buy a small house in ShanghaiChina's spot market price for 256GB DDR5 memory has burst over $5700 (!!!), where just 100 modules of 256GB DDR5 would buy a housing unit in Shanghai.Jan 9, 2026 8:27 PM CST
• Fed up waiting for RTX 5000 Super refreshes? NVIDIA RTX 6000 GPUs could arrive next yearNVIDIA's next-gen RTX 6000 graphics cards should launch in the second half of 2027 based on a new rumor - assuming the RAM crisis doesn't interfere.Jan 9, 2026 12:22 PM CST
• Rockstar confirms Grand Theft Auto 6 has leaked three timesRockstar Games has confirmed three instances of Grand Theft Auto 6 information leaking to the public, giving credit to some previously disregarded leaks.Jan 9, 2026 2:54 AM CST
• Ryzen 7 9850X3D delidded, a closer look at AMD's new gaming CPUAt CES 2026, we got a closer look at the new Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU, AMD's new flagship CPU targeting PC gamers. Including a delidded version.Jan 9, 2026 2:32 AM CST
• Thunderobot's new ZERO Air gaming laptop spotted at CES 2026: Intel Panther Lake CPU, RTX 5070Thunderobot's new ZERO Air gaming laptop showcased at CES 2026: Intel Panther Lake CPU, RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, super thin-and-light design at only 1.59kg.Jan 9, 2026 2:22 AM CST
• NVIDIA hires 10-year Google veteran to report directly to CEO Jensen HuangNVIDIA has picked up a long-time Google veteran to become its Chief Marketing Officer, marking a first for the company pioneering AI development.Jan 9, 2026 2:21 AM CST
• 007 First Light PC requirements recommended playing at 1080pAlongside confirming that 007 First Light is getting DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation on day one, IO Interactive's PC specs recommend playing at 1080p.Jan 9, 2026 2:04 AM CST
• OneXPlayer showcases new Super V gaming tablet at CES 2026: 2-in-1 system with Panther Lake CPUOneXPlayer's new Super V gaming tablet with a 14-inch 2880 x 1800 OLED display, detachable keyboard, and Intel's powerful new Panther Lake CPU.Jan 9, 2026 1:42 AM CST
• Minisforum BD395i MAX motherboard at CES 2026: built-in AMD Strix Halo APU, use your own GPUMinisforum showcases its new BD395i MAX motherboard at CES 2026: built-in AMD Strix Halo APU and up to 128GB RAM, dedicated port for a full graphics card.Jan 9, 2026 1:19 AM CST
• Jason Schreier on GTA 6: the last I heard it was still not content completeBloomberg's Jason Schreier has commented the status of Grand Theft Auto 6 and if Rockstar will reach its target release date of November this year.Jan 9, 2026 12:33 AM CST
• GeForce NOW comes to Linux, Amazon Fire TV, adds flight stick support, and more at CES 2026GeForce NOW's CES 2026 announcements included a number of small but welcome updates, alongside confirmation on some of the upcoming AAA games coming.Jan 9, 2026 12:27 AM CST
• Minisforum's new N5 MAX NAS stores 40TB of SSDs + 150TB of HDDs, powered by AMD Strix Halo APUMinisforum's new N5 MAX is an AMD Strix Halo APU-powered NAS with 5 x HDD and 5 x M.2 ports, ready for 40TB SSDs and 150TBs of HDDs.Jan 9, 2026 12:12 AM CST
• LG unveils the 'Dream Setup' for gaming at CES 2025, and it's Elden Ring themedThe LG 'Dream Setup' has been constructed at CES 2025, with LG collaborating with Reddit's to create the best gaming experience possible.Jan 8, 2026 11:54 PM CST
• ASUS's ProArt GeForce RTX 5090 is its most compact RTX 5090 GPU at 2.5 slotsASUS's compact and stylish new ProArt GeForce RTX 5090 GPU features a NVIDIA Founders Edition-style cooler with dual flow-through fans.Jan 8, 2026 11:34 PM CST
• Minisforum showcases its MS-S1 Max next-gen AI workstation at CES 2026 with AMD Strix Halo APUMinisforum showcases its MS-S1 MAX: a powerful next-gen AI workstation powered by the AMD Strix Halo APU, up to 128GB RAM, small form factor.Jan 8, 2026 10:56 PM CST
• What to Know About Car Auctions as Online Auto Auction Platforms Continue to GrowLearn car auction basics: bidding rules, costs, licenses, fees, risks, and how online platforms evolved from eBay Motors to today's marketplaces.Jan 8, 2026 6:10 PM CST
• Report: Blizzard's new Starcraft shooter may be shown at Blizzcon 2026New reports say Blizzard may reveal a surprise new third-person action shooter set in the StarCraft universe during September's big Blizzcon 2026 event.Jan 8, 2026 3:33 PM CST
• Fable and Forza Horizon 6 headline new Xbox Developer Direct showcasePlayground Games takes over Xbox's latest developer direct showcase with an in-depth look at gameplay of two new games: Fable and Forza Horizon 6.Jan 8, 2026 2:32 PM CST
• Ridiculous RAM price hikes scuppered your planned PC build? An AMD exec has some adviceAMD exec suggests if needs must, PC buyers can compromise on other components to cope with RAM costs - or cut down on the system memory loadout.Jan 8, 2026 2:07 PM CST
• South Park arrives in Fortnite tomorrow with 5-player mode, Towelie and Cartman's Awesom-O suit'I am Awesom-O 4000' - yes, one of Cartman's mech suits is the classic cardboard box robot, and you get to visit Cartmanland too, plus Towelie's here.Jan 8, 2026 11:45 AM CST
• PNY's new dual-slot NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 has two 120mm fansPNY's new GeForce RTX 50 Series Slim Series of graphics cards includes three models covering the RTX 5070, RTX 5070 Ti, and RTX 5080.Jan 8, 2026 3:04 AM CST
• be quiet! intros new flagship Light Loop IO LCD AIO cooler, and Dark Rock Pro IO LCD air coolerbe quiet! unveils the company's first products with an LCD screen: the new Light Loop IO LCD AIO water cooler and the Dark Rock Pro 6 IO LCD air cooler.Jan 8, 2026 2:56 AM CST
• Samsung expects profits to surge by 3x following memory price madnessSamsung is expecting to triple its profits over the crazed grab for memory amid skyrocketing prices over the lack of global supply.Jan 8, 2026 2:42 AM CST
• Patriot's new Viper Elite 5 Ultra DDR5 RAM: tuned for Intel Core Ultra CPUs, up to 8000 MT/sPatriot Memory shows off its new Viper Elite 5 Ultra DDR5 memory at CES 2026: specifically designed for Intel Core Ultra platforms, up to 8000 MT/s speeds.Jan 8, 2026 2:23 AM CST
• Hands-on with the new ASRock Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White 16GB OC GPUThe ASRock Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White 16GB OC looks stylish and impressive with its new look and integrated LED display for real-time system info.Jan 8, 2026 2:03 AM CST
• Patriot's next-gen Viper Steel 5 RAM at CES 2026: up to 128GB at 8600 MT/s for high-perf usersPatriot Memory shows off its new Viper Steel 5 DDR5 memory, offering up to 128GB capacities and up to 8600 MT/s speeds for a mix of performance and price.Jan 8, 2026 1:34 AM CST
• ASRock showcases high-end PSUs and motherboards at CES 2026ASRock has showcased some of its top tier gear at CES 2026, and we spotted the Taichi TC-1650T and TC-1300T power supplies at the booth visit.Jan 8, 2026 1:04 AM CST
• InWin showcases a range of new PC cases at CES, including the full-tower CovalentInWin brought a range of new impressive cases launching in Q1 2026 to CES, from the mid-tower W1, W50, and DLITE FLEX, to the full-tower Covalent.Jan 8, 2026 12:43 AM CST
• Next-gen GeForce RTX 60 GPUs rumored to use Rubin GR20x family, gearing up for 2027 releaseNVIDIA's next-generation Rubin-based GeForce RTX 60 series GPUs rumored to use Rubin GR20x GPU family, gearing up for 2H 2027 release.Jan 8, 2026 12:24 AM CST
• The world's fastest SSD just became capacity leader, too: Phison E28 Gen5 coming in huge 8TBPhison's flagship E28 Gen5 SSD controller now comes in a larger 8TB capacity, meaning we'll see the speed demon-based SSDs with 14.9GB/sec at 8TB capacity.Jan 8, 2026 12:12 AM CST
• InWin's AEON is one of the biggest and most impressive cases at CES 2026InWin unveils its latest Signature Series case called AEON, and it's almost a meter tall, and features polished stainless steel side panels.Jan 8, 2026 12:01 AM CST
• ID-Cooling unveils the IS-77-XT BLACK CPU cooler and FROST X55 Thermal GreaseID-Cooling has released at CES 2026 the IS-77-XT, a new low-profile CPU cooler, and the FROST X55, drying-resistant thermal paste.Jan 7, 2026 11:44 PM CST
• Phison intros new E37T Gen5 SSD controller: up to 14.7GB/sec reads, DRAM-less, under 2.3W powerPhison's new PS5037-E37T revealed at CES 2026: new Gen5 SSD controller, DRAM-less, TSMC 6nm process, less than 2.3W power, up to 14.7GB/sec speeds.Jan 7, 2026 11:20 PM CST
• Corsair's new GALLEON 100 SD keyboard has a built-in Elgato Stream DeckCorsair has delivered a stunning new gaming keyboard at CES 2026 with something fans have been asking to see for a long time. An integrated Stream Deck.Jan 7, 2026 7:56 PM CST
• ADATA unveils a power bank that's also portable storage at CES 2025ADATA has unveiled a new power bank that doubles as a portable SSD, and a new micro SD card that pairs perfectly with a Nintendo Switch 2.Jan 7, 2026 7:42 PM CST
• Xbox cloud gaming comes to Hisense TVs as Microsoft reportedly readies free streaming with adsXbox cloud gaming is rolling out on Hisense's new smart TVs that will be introduced in 2026 as Microsoft reportedly plans free ad-supported streaming.Jan 7, 2026 7:37 PM CST
• ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo returns: world's first dual 16-inch screen gaming laptopThe new ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo is the world's first dual 16-inch screen gaming laptop, powered by Intel's new Panther Lake CPU, up to RTX 5090 GPU.Jan 7, 2026 7:14 PM CST
• FSR 4 AI upscaling isn't coming to current gaming handhelds or Ryzen AI devicesAt CES 2026 we asked David McAfee, the VP and GM of Ryzen CPUs and Radeon graphics at AMD if FSR 4 was coming to RDNA 3 and RDNA 3.5 hardware..Jan 7, 2026 7:03 PM CST
• AMD responds to concerns that there will be a Radeon GPU shortage in 2026AMD says that it isn't concerned about a potential Radeon RX 9000 Series GPU shortage thanks to its strong partnerships with DRAM manufacturers..Jan 7, 2026 6:14 PM CST
• Cooler Master unveils new PC cases that comes with a 24K pure gold-plated logoCooler Master has unveiled the COSMOS Alpha Gold, an extremely limited-edition collector's edition case that comes with a 24K pure gold-plated logo.Jan 7, 2026 6:08 PM CST
• Cooler Master's new aluminum PC fans hit 4,000 RPM, requiring fan guard for fingersCooler Master has showcased the MasterFan A Series at CES 2026, with the new fans being an aluminum design capable of hitting 4,000 RPM.Jan 7, 2026 5:54 PM CST
• Cooler Master GPU shield unveiled as the counter to melting graphics cardsCooler Master has unveiled a PSU and an adapter that are designed to calm any melting fears had by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 and 50 series owners.Jan 7, 2026 4:42 PM CST
• ASUS unveils a 171-inch 1080p 240Hz OLED wearable gaming monitor at CES 2026ASUS has unveiled a 171-inch wearable gaming monitor at CES 2026, enabling users to blow their games up to gigantic sizes wherever they are.Jan 7, 2026 4:16 PM CST
• ASUS unveils 3rd gen 32-inch 4K OLED that puts the black in blackASUS has unveiled the third generation of its 32-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor, which introduces BlackShield Film, boosting black levels even further.Jan 7, 2026 4:01 PM CST
• Fallout TV show season 2 sparks surge in Fallout game popularity on SteamBethesda is capturing a high level of engagement in its Fallout games on Steam, where concurrent players across the library are up by over +100%Jan 7, 2026 3:33 PM CST
• Report: Wolfenstein 3 now in development at MachineGamesMachineGames is reportedly working on a new third chapter in the Wolfenstein series--a project that Bethesda had said would happen some eight years ago.Jan 7, 2026 1:44 PM CST
• MSI unveils a productivity powerhouse monitor with hidden gaming capabilitiesMSI has launched under its new Pro Max lineup the 271QPHW E14, a 27-inch IPS monitor that comes equipped with an array of connectivity options.Jan 7, 2026 4:34 AM CST
• GIGABYTE shows off its latest X870E XTREME X3D AI TOP, AORUS MASTER X3D ICE mobos at CES 2026GIGABYTE displays its new X870E AORUS X3D motherboards at CES 2026, including the X870E AORUS MASTER X3D ICE, XTREME X3D AI TOP offerings.Jan 7, 2026 4:13 AM CST
• MSI unveils a new OLED gaming monitor built for creatives at CES 2026MSI has unveiled the Pro Max 271UPXW12G, a gaming monitor designed around what creatives need out of a display, without compromising gaming performance.Jan 7, 2026 4:02 AM CST
• MSI's gorgeous Prestige 16 Flip AI+ laptop packs Intel's powerful new Core Ultra X9 388H chipMSI reveals its new Prestige 16 Flip AI+ laptop at CES 2026: 16-inch 1800p @ 120Hz OLED display, up to the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H processor.Jan 7, 2026 3:40 AM CST
• MSI's new 8K wireless gaming keyboard has the most impressive magnetic switch to dateThe new MSI STRIKE 700 WIRELESS 8K HE gaming keyboard is on track for release in Q2 2026 with 8K polling and impressive magnetic switches.Jan 7, 2026 3:17 AM CST
• MSI unveils new Stealth 16 AI+ laptop: new Intel Panther Lake CPU, up to RTX 5090MSI reveals its upgraded Stealth 16 AI+ laptop: up to Intel's new Core Ultra 9 386H CPU, up to GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, 1600p @ 240Hz OLED display.Jan 7, 2026 2:11 AM CST
• LIAN LI's new affordable compact case has an infinity mirror front panelThe new LIAN LI Vector V150 is a mATX case that features an infinity mirror front panel with fan cutouts for those wanting a stylish, affordable rig.Jan 7, 2026 1:57 AM CST
• LIAN LI's new HydroShift II AIO cooler includes an OLED display that movesAt CES we saw the new HydroShift II LCD CURVED 360 from LIAN LI which includes a curved OLED display that can raise, lower, tilt, and even retract.Jan 7, 2026 1:44 AM CST
• Hands-on with ASUS and MSI's NVIDIA G-Sync Pulsar gaming monitors at CES 2026NVIDIA's G-Sync Pulsar has been briefly tested in two new gaming monitors from ASUS and MSI, and the results are certainly eyebrow raising.Jan 7, 2026 1:29 AM CST
• ASUS snags world's first at CES 2026 with new Tandem RGB OLED gaming monitorASUS has showcased three new OLED gaming monitors at CES 2026, with one claiming a world's first in ultrawide gaming monitor experiences.Jan 7, 2026 1:08 AM CST
• ASUS unveils NVIDIA Pulsar-powered gaming monitor, taking gaming clarity to a whole new levelASUS has unveiled the ROG Strix Pulsar XG27AQNGV, the company's first NVIDIA G-Sync Pulsar gaming monitor that pushes the envelope for motion clarity.Jan 7, 2026 12:45 AM CST
• MSI unveils its flagship SPATIUM M571 DLP Gen5 SSD at CES 2026: up to 14GB/sec speedsMSI introduces its flagship SPATIUM M571 DLP SSD at CES 2026: new Gen5 SSD with up to 14GB?sec reads, up to 50% less power consumption, and more.Jan 7, 2026 12:40 AM CST
• LIAN LI's new DK-B gaming desk has its own built-in PC case and PS5 holderLIAN LI's new motorized and adjustable DK-B gaming desk is also modular and includes a hidden PC case and console holder for gamers.Jan 7, 2026 12:31 AM CST
• LIAN LI's stunning LANCOOL 4 panoramic glass case has been improved ahead of its launchLIAN LI's new LANCOOL 4 case is coming soon and its three-sided glass panel design, with integrated fans inside tempered glass, looks stunning.Jan 7, 2026 12:17 AM CST
• ROG Strix Morph 96 and ROG Falchion ACE 75 HE gaming keyboards announced at CES 2026Meet the new ROG Strix Morph 96 wireless mechanical gaming keyboard and ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE magnetic gaming keyboard, both announced at CES 2026.Jan 6, 2026 10:18 PM CST
• ASUS introduces the new ROG Kithara gaming headset for audiophilesThe ROG Kithara is a new premium gaming headset announced at CES 2026 that delivers audiophile-grade sound with its massive 100mm drivers.Jan 6, 2026 10:03 PM CST
• Razer has created an animated holographic AI companion that sits on your deskRazer's Project AVA is an impressive AI assistant because it's a customizable animated hologram that sits on your desk ready to be spoken to.Jan 6, 2026 9:47 PM CST
• Razer's Project Motoko turns AI smart glasses into a wireless headsetRazer's smart glasses-like Project Motoko is wearable AI powered by a Snapdragon processor in the form of a headset, and it's out later this year.Jan 6, 2026 9:32 PM CST
• LG drops the curtain on 5K gaming monitors that earned a world's firstLG has unveiled three new gaming monitors at CES 2026, with two being world's first and one breaking into a new class of gaming monitor.Jan 6, 2026 11:37 AM CST

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