Recent security research has uncovered a critical flaw in almost all AMD CPUs, exposing a dangerous vulnerability that could potentially allow attackers to gain access to the deepest levels of the chip. Named ‘Sinkclose’, this flaw poses a serious threat to both individual users and organizations relying on AMD processors for their computing needs. The
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The latest figures from Mercury Research reveal that AMD has been steadily increasing its market share in both desktop and laptop PCs, as well as in servers, at the expense of Intel. In the second quarter of 2024, AMD’s desktop x86 CPU share grew to 23%, up from 19.4% compared to the same period last
The tech industry is abuzz with rumors surrounding Intel’s upcoming 15th Gen processors, codenamed Arrow Lake. These chips are expected to be the next evolution in Intel’s desktop and laptop CPU lineup. Recent reports suggest that the Arrow Lake processors may boast significant improvements in power efficiency and stability compared to the current-gen chips. Efficiency
As a self-proclaimed leech on my parents’ Apple One subscription, I find myself among the minority of individuals who choose Apple Music over Spotify. The convenience of piggybacking off my parents’ subscription accounts for approximately 95% of my decision-making process. However, there is another compelling reason why I remain loyal to Apple Music – the
Recently, there have been rumors circulating about two new graphics cards from AMD: the Radeon RX 7400 and RX 7300. While details are scarce, the possibility of more affordable cards under $260 is an exciting prospect. These new additions would bring a fresh perspective to the GPU market, especially in a generation that many believed
In a shocking move, Intel has announced that it will be cutting a significant portion of its workforce, affecting around 15,000 employees. This decision comes as the company faces financial struggles and aims to save $10 billion by the year 2025. The CEO of Intel, Pat Gelsinger, delivered the news to employees, acknowledging the difficulty
Intel recently made an announcement stating that they will be extending warranty support for boxed Intel Core 13th and 14th Gen desktop processors by two years. This decision comes as a response to the ongoing crashing issues that have been affecting their Raptor Lake and Raptor Lake Refresh CPUs. The company is urging individuals who
AMD’s recent results for the second quarter of this year demonstrated a significant increase in sales of its Instinct MI300 AI GPUs. The company managed to sell around $1 billion worth of these chips in the quarter, a substantial improvement from the previous year. Overall, AMD’s revenues experienced a 9% increase, totaling $5.8 billion in
The recently released system requirements for the PC version of Star Wars Outlaws have been generating a lot of buzz among gamers. The game, set to be launched on August 30th by Ubisoft, promises to be an exciting open-world adventure. Although the game has some noticeable flaws, the system requirements are a key concern for
A law firm, Abington Cole + Ellery, is currently exploring the possibility of pursuing a class action lawsuit against Intel due to ongoing instability issues with their 13th and 14th Generation CPUs. The firm has set up a webpage soliciting information from individuals who have been affected by these problems. By filling out a form