QtrendsAmazon Prime Day dominates tech news as shoppers hunt for the best deals across gadgets, gaming PCs, and accessories. China's tech sector surges with the world's fastest supercomputer, a booming humanoid robot industry, and major semiconductor investments. Qualcomm plans a China-specific data center chip compliant with US export rules. Rockstar Games officially reveals GTA 6 pricing and preorder details, with the physical edition notably lacking a disc.
Amazon Prime Day is in full swing, with tech outlets publishing curated picks for the best deals. WIRED highlights absolute top-tier discounts and a roundup of Apple product savings. Digital Trends recommends select iPhone accessories and gaming gear that are actually worth buying. Consumers are advised to focus on verified value rather than impulse purchases.
Deep discounts on PC hardware continue into Prime Day's third day. Tom's Hardware tracks the best gaming PC deals, monitor markdowns, and storage savings on SSDs and RAM. Gamers and builders have a narrow window to secure significant savings on components and pre-built systems.
A Chinese supercomputer has overtaken US machines to claim the world's fastest title, marking a significant milestone in computational capability. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley raised its 2026 humanoid robot forecast for China to 50,000 units, driven by rapid scaling from Xpeng and Unitree. Micron posted record revenue fueled by AI demand even as Chinese memory rivals gain ground globally.
China's JCET plans a $1.15 billion advanced chip packaging plant in Shanghai, underscoring the strategic push for self-sufficient chip capabilities. Qualcomm is designing a China-specific data center chip to comply with US export restrictions. MIT Review highlights a $400 million machine critical to next-generation chipmaking, and TechCrunch notes the memory chip shortage is benefiting US firms.
Rockstar Games has officially announced GTA 6 pricing at £70, making it more expensive than typical AAA titles. The physical edition will not include a disc, marking a shift toward digital-only distribution. Preorders begin tonight at midnight local time in the US. The news has generated significant buzz across gaming and tech media.