Apple’s unified memory architecture has made its Mac Studio and Mac mini computers into agentic AI powerhouses, with users able to automate their tasks thanks to the use of local models that help simplify their daily tasks. One person in particular believed there was little benefit to storing his entire family’s memories on cloud-based services like Google Drive, which is why he resorted to running everything on his compact workstation, calling it the “Mac Merlin.” Here’s how he made everything possible. Thanks to the Mac Studio’s 64GB of unified memory paired with open-source AI models and an external storage backup, […]

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The iPhone 20’s quad-curved display will be Apple’s most challenging task yet, but the company’s trillion-dollar status wasn’t achieved by taking a backseat when facing adversity. However, that doesn’t mean the California-based giant won’t face problems with this design, as a new report highlights a flaw that may not be addressed next year, when Apple’s 20th-anniversary launch takes place. The materials used for the iPhone 20’s quad-curved design carry a distortion risk at the edges that can decrease the panel’s overall brightness The technical aspect of the flaw has been highlighted by Korean technology media outlet ETNews, stating that the display […]

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Apple has been reported to finally ditch mini-LED technology and transition to tandem OLED with its next 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro lineup, with Samsung helping its client make the switch, as it’s currently the company’s sole supplier of these high-end panels. However, Chinese manufacturer BOE is also concocting plans to ensure that Apple’s rivals have access to the same technology to allow for better product variety in the market, as it’s reportedly commencing mass production ahead of schedule. ASUS and Acer are expected to be BOE’s top customers, specifying 14-inch OLEDs to take on Apple’s smaller MacBook Pro range A […]

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To obtain an edge over Apple, Qualcomm and MediaTek have been reported on multiple occasions to gravitate to TSMC’s slightly improved 2nm ‘N2P’ process, which promises a 5 percent performance and efficiency improvement over N2 while utilizing the same surface area. On paper, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro and Dimensity 9600 can potentially surpass the A20 and A20 Pro this year, making it quite the feat for both Qualcomm and MediaTek, but a tipster claims that architectural improvements will also determine whether a victory materializes or not. Apple has always had an upper hand in chipset design, forcing Qualcomm […]

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The laptop industry is certainly on edge because of how Apple is probably going to eat their lunch now that the MacBook Neo is out. For $599, there aren’t many machines out there that can compete with the company’s most affordable portable Mac out there. Before its inception, there was a certain level of acceptance from customers of having to pay a premium to become the proud owner of a Mac. Now, there have been two occasions where customers who went in for a completely separate device repair and came out owning the MacBook Neo, indicating that a $600 total on […]

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The inception of the microSD Express standard wasn’t a convincing one, as storage cards supporting this standard were in short supply and expensive at the same time. Thankfully, companies started rolling out cheaper solutions, but we’re still in the middle of a transitional phase, which is why these have once again become pricier. Fortunately, Lexar’s Play PRO offers some relief to buyers as its 512GB microSD Express card is now 23 percent off on Amazon, with its new price dropping to $114.99 on the online retailer. The Play PRO adopts both storage and performance, with Lexar offering a lifetime warranty […]

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Apple has significantly upgraded the camera hardware on its iPhones, starting with introducing high-resolution 48MP sensors, to bringing telephoto units, and later this year, the company will make history by bringing variable aperture technology to the iPhone 18. However, none of these additions are useful if there’s little to no software control, which is why the latest report states that iOS 27 is bringing a major change that will cater to both casual and professional users. A more customizable Camera app is arriving on iOS 27, allowing users to tweak a multitude of settings to capture their ideal image A new […]

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The highest amount of unified memory offered on a discounted M5 MacBook Pro was 24GB, but Amazon has a surprise for buyers that’s going to kick you off your feet. At $300 off, you get to be the proud owner of an exceptional configuration, one that offers a whopping 32GB of unified RAM coupled with a 1TB SSD, all for $1,799. Now, is this one of the best deals of 2026 or what? Unfortunately, those wanting the Space Black version of the M5 MacBook Pro will be out of luck, as Amazon’s $300 price reduction is only applied to the Silver […]

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The shift to TSMC’s 2nm process will make Qualcomm more competitive against Apple, but the biggest drawback is that the company’s chipsets are going to be astronomically expensive. Looking at the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5’s price, which was estimated to cost as much as $280 per unit, a new rumor says that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro will kick it up a notch. At $300+, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro might only be adopted by ‘Ultra’ flagships, as the high price is expected to reduce adoption amid the ongoing RAM shortage Later this year, Qualcomm […]

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There's no time like the present to become the proud owner of a wicked-fast gaming laptop, especially when the memory shortage will keep affordable PC hardware out of reach for a couple of years. On this occasion, MSI’s Vector 16 HX AI continues to be our pick for the best ‘price to performance’ machine because not only is this portable powerhouse equipped with an RTX 5070 Ti with 12GB of GDDR7 VRAM, but it’s also listed on Amazon at $220 off, making it one of the biggest discounts that we’ve seen to date, with its current price listed at $1,580. The PRAGMATA […]

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As smartphone demand starts to wane due to the memory crisis, companies have been forced to adjust their shipment requirements for a multitude of components, including OLED panels. As a result, this problem has branched out to the entire industry, as display manufacturers are feeling every bit of pressure due to the DRAM shortage. According to the latest statistics, OLED shipments for the first quarter of 2026 fell by 12 percent, but since there’s no reason to halt smartphone production completely, Korean firms continue to benefit. Chinese OLED manufacturers like BOE have created a market for themselves amid the DRAM […]

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TSMC’s slightly advanced 2nm ‘N2P’ process has been reported to be utilized by Qualcomm and MediaTek this year, as both companies seemingly want to obtain an edge over Apple’s A20 and A20 Pro. The advantage of moving to an improved node is that these Android chipset manufacturers can target a higher clock speed for increased single-core and multi-core performance. The drawback is that shifting to this technology can risk mass adoption from smartphone makers due to the major cost increases. The first 2nm chipsets from Qualcomm and MediaTek could cost 20 percent more than current SoCs, but it’s likely that these […]

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Galaxy S26 Ultra may not have the biggest battery capacity or those ultra-sized sensors, or a beefy active cooling solution that includes a noisy fan, but what it does have is a combination of all the strengths of current-generation flagships fused into a single device, making it an all-round package. The best thing about this smartphone is that you can grab it for up to $222 off on Amazon, with the discount applicable on the 512GB storage version and the White finish. Fortunately, other Galaxy S26 Ultra variants have also received a price reduction. Smaller storage options and different colors […]

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