The semiconductor business belonging to Samsung is experiencing a comeback wave, with the major contributor to this segment being increased RAM and NAND flash prices because of the ongoing shortage, which the Korean giant has capitalized on. However, the company isn’t stopping here because it has set lofty goals towards accumulating a healthy margin for the year, with estimates projecting that an operating profit of $69 billion or a 121 percent annual increase will be attained in 2026. To reach this figure, a new report states that Samsung will make adjustments to its strategies and production lines for its semiconductor division […]

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Apple has announced that it will host a product launch on March 4, which can potentially be the date for its M5 Pro and M5 Max that will be found in updated 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models. One of the chipsets’ biggest highlights is that both SoCs will switch to TSMC’s 2.5D chiplet design as Apple moves away from InFO technology (Integrated Fan-Out). This transition helps to improve heat dissipation and reduce defective chip rates, but there’s one obstacle that the technology giant has been unable to scale for two generations, and that is raising the total number of CPU […]

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An estimated 12,000 MediaTek employees will be eligible for bonuses for the second half of 2025. According to the latest report, the cumulative amount comes to NT$11.4 billion, or $363 million, with each employee receiving an average of NT$950,000, or $30,247.74 for H2 2025. The interesting bit about these figures is that the bonus handed to workers is said to be 15.7 percent lower than what they received in the first half of 2025, indicating that MediaTek could be preparing for a crunch period where it anticipates fewer chipset shipments due to the ongoing DRAM crisis. Smartphone chipset business brings […]

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Single-threaded performance is where Apple’s chipsets have always dominated for years, with its A19 and A19 Pro extending that win column once more. However, this streak is currently being threatened by the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which is said to ship with Qualcomm’s faster Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. In the latest benchmark comparison, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is barely faster than its upcoming competitor, which can only mean that this year can potentially be the one where Qualcomm dethrones its rival with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro. A19 Pro is only 3.5% faster than overclocked […]

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The polished glossy finish has always been Apple’s ‘go to’ option for its wireless earbuds, and while it looks flawless, it attracts a lot of dust and fingerprints. Those who are extra picky about these trade-offs can just purchase an aftermarket case and call it a day. However, one AirPods Pro owner took things to the extra mile and got rid of that gloss using sandpaper. Now that’s one way to get rid of a problem. Using a 1,000-grit sandpaper, the AirPods Pro charging case now features a matte finish On Reddit, an AirPods Pro owner with the username ‘Dust-by-Monday’ […]

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A myriad of reports surrounding Apple’s products only kept hyping the suspense that readers and we had to endure, but today, the company has broken its silence because it has announced its March 4 product launch event. As for what is expected to be unveiled during the event, we have made our predictions and discussed below as to why the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models and the low-cost MacBook would go official. iPhone 17e could launch in February, followed by the first wave of Macs in March On X, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has presented a screenshot of Apple’s […]

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Samsung is going to unveil its Galaxy S26 series later this month, with the company’s top-end Galaxy S26 Ultra reported to be treated to an incredible privacy display that will keep prying eyes away from your sensitive content. The same technology is expected to arrive in future MacBooks, but it could be a while before you can see them in action. The privacy display technology is estimated to be adopted on MacBooks by 2029, but Apple could gain a massive win over Samsung despite bringing it later A report from research firm Omdia, whose details were spotted by Ice Universe, […]

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Samsung’s recent announcement of the Exynos 2600 is proof that the company’s 2nm GAA process has achieved healthy yield stability. With the company finally establishing a solid foundation for its next-generation lithography, it is time to move forward with the second-generation version, also known as SF2P. This technology is expected to be used for the Korean giant’s upcoming Exynos 2700, and here’s everything you need to know about the cutting-edge silicon, from its specifications, architecture, and right down to its estimated launch. How big an improvement will Samsung’s SF2P process bring for the Exynos 2700? The differences between Samsung’s SF2 and […]

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Notebook manufacturers are scaling down production, but Apple appears to be in the completely opposite mood because the Cupertino giant is planning a truckload of Mac releases this year. Some models are expected to be announced in a couple of weeks, and best of all, the latest tally doesn’t even include the OLED M6 MacBook Pro, which is expected to arrive with a redesigned chassis and touchscreen capabilities. The entire lineup is expected to start with the low-cost MacBook, followed by updated 13-inch and 15-inch M5 MacBook Air models As usual, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman didn’t drop the ultimate surprise by […]

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The iPhone 17e announcement is just around the corner, with the possibility that Apple unveils its first smartphone of the year on February 19, making the date unchanged from when the iPhone 16e went official. During this period, you may encounter various benchmark leaks, like the latest one that appeared on Geekbench 6. There is also substantial evidence that the scores have been forged. If you want to jump into the details immediately, we have summarized the key indicators below. The biggest red flag is that the iPhone 17e is equipped with an A19 sporting an 8-core CPU running at a […]

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The privacy screen is expected to be a heavily marketed feature during Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event, and it could be one of the key selling points for why one would upgrade to the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Even though the entire lineup is said to be attracting lower pre-orders, the Korean giant can still offset the underwhelming reception with its top-end flagship. Now, one tipster has shared a promotional video on how the privacy display will work on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and if you’re someone who isn’t fond of prying eyes sifting through your conversations, this technology will specifically cater […]

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One of the M5 Pro’s and M5 Max’s biggest highlights is that both chipsets are rumored to feature TSMC’s SoIC packaging (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) and a 2.5D chiplet design that will enable the company to mass produce even more capable SoCs at a lower cost. A new rumor pretty much repeats the same information, talking about the advantages of the new Apple Silicon lineup, while also mentioning that both the M5 Pro and M5 Max will feature a slightly higher transistor density. The new chiplet design for the M5 Pro and M5 Max is expected to allow unique CPU and GPU […]

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As much as Apple tries to avoid a price hike for the iPhone 18 series, this event could be inevitable. However, one strategy the company could apply to offer relief to customers is to keep the base models unchanged from last year. Then again, with its rumored agreement with NAND flash maker Kioxia including terms that Apple will pay double the price for storage, it potentially means that the premium could be applied to the higher internal memory variants. Also, paying twice the original amount doesn’t mean that the Cupertino will be immune from future price shifts, because contracts are subject to change […]

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The latest discount on the AirPods Pro 3, courtesy of Amazon, has lowered the retail price of Apple’s flagship wireless earbuds to $209.99, down from $249, granting you $39 in savings. While it is not the highest drop that we’ve seen, it is still the second-best, and you’ll want to own these immediately because the AirPods Pro 3 are outfitted with some of the best features that you’ll ever want from a high-end audio product. Better noise cancellation, improved battery life, and heat-rate monitoring are some of the perks of owning the AirPods Pro 3 If you currently own a […]

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Samsung unveiled the use of its Heat Pass Block (HPB) technology in the Exynos 2600 to help lower thermal resistance and improve heat dissipation. Based on rumors, there has been a lot of interest in this solution, with even the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro schematic leak shown to be using it, which is a pleasant surprise because lots of manufacturers have incorporated custom cooling fans to help lower temperatures. While these additions have their use cases, the noise generated would definitely trigger some unease for users. Thankfully, a tipster says that the use of HPB will eliminate the […]

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Apple’s entire iPhone 18 lineup has been reported to forego Qualcomm’s 5G modems in favor of the company’s C2 baseband chip, which was reportedly in development when the iPhone 16e launched last year. However, according to one analyst, the Cupertino firm is bringing in another wireless chip to the flagship series, and it will be the direct successor to the N1. Additionally, there are other changes expected, such as a smaller Dynamic Island, so let us discuss all details below. No improvements from the N2 wireless networking chip upgrade have been mentioned in the new report, but C2 5G modem could […]

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Two banger games from Capcom are going to launch in a span of three months, starting with Resident Evil Requiem, which will arrive this month, followed by PRAGMATA, which is scheduled to release on April 24. While PC gamers have had the privilege of trying out the demo, which delivers a polished finish, you can begin preparing things in advance if you’re a console owner by pre-ordering the game on Amazon. Best of all, the listings are available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. PRAGMATA offers a unique sci-fi experience, with the initial gameplay bringing in […]

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