AMD launches new CPUs and GPU lineup
AMD unveiled the Ryzen 7 7700X3D at $329 and brought back the Ryzen 7 5800X3D at $349 amid rising component costs. The Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card also became available to purchase. Additionally, AMD confirmed AM5 socket support through 2029, signaling long-term platform commitment.
Dell's new XPS 13, powered by Intel's Wildcat Lake processor, is being positioned as the first serious PC competitor to Apple's MacBook Neo. WIRED noted that every major PC maker now has the MacBook Neo in their crosshairs. Gizmodo called Dell's offering the PC's first real MacBook Neo challenger.
Alienware launched the AW3926QW, the world's first 39-inch 5K OLED monitor featuring an RGB stripe panel. The company also debuted a 34-inch OLED gaming monitor alongside it. Gizmodo described the new 5K curved display as packed with features, calling it almost overwhelming.
Morgan Stanley suggested AI could redefine China's EV market as automakers redirect resources toward autonomous driving upgrades. An Italian professor praised China's progress in AI and robotics. Economists called for closer Sino-US cooperation on AI development, while Nikkei highlighted Japan's credibility advantage in the AI era.
TechRadar featured a hand-built retro-style mini television that plays classic NES games and movies on a 2.8-inch screen. Another report warned iPhone users about data privacy risks at repair shops after a Best Buy employee allegedly transferred customer photos via AirDrop. Android users were also shown how to free up storage using built-in tools.