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> Making this possible is the open-source firmware QMK, which is the same stuff powering Ploopy's line of modular mice and trackballs. The firmware lets you easily reprogram gestures, tweak tracking speeds, and even add entirely new functionality through coding.
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> Devices that support Intel's new Thunderbolt 5 standard are beginning to hit the market. For most consumers, gaining access to the interface's 80Gbps bidirectional transfer speeds will likely involve buying or building a new PC, but adding Thunderbolt 5 support to existing systems is another option.
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> Why buy fabs if you have your own?
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> No longer afraid of export controls?
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> Emteq Labs has announced the development of Sense, which it says is the world's first emotion-sensing smart glasses.
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> Sources have informed Hungarian outlet Prohardver that AMD and Intel have begun testing 12V-2x6 power cables for their upcoming graphics cards. Market leader Nvidia already uses the standard across its latest and upcoming products, but its competitors may still harbor reliability concerns.
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> SRAM is reaching its limits regarding storage density; hybrid gain cell memory could change that.
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> Pre-orders are now open for RetroTime's upcoming Bluetooth hub for the NES. It is the first attachment for the system's mysterious expansion slot in almost 40 years.
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> According to Panasonic, the Lumix S 18-40mm zoom lens is the world's smallest and lightest autofocus-compatible interchangeable zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The zoom range can even be extended to 18-120mm with the Hybrid Zoom function on the Lumix S9. It has a closest shooting distance of 5.9 inches (15 cm), allowing photographers to capture macros in all their glory.
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> Vietnam expects to earn $100 billion in chip revenue and over a trillion in electronics revenue in 2050.
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> GameSir recently began shipping the Tarantula Pro, a high-end controller targeting PC, iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch users. The gamepad's connectivity, face buttons, and trigger options aim to provide an ideal experience for multiple game types.
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> A teased follow-up project will hopefully attract more than just six pledges.
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> According to the latest figures, most chip makers are seeing a recovery from the recent slump. Most regions have seen modest to remarkable rebounds compared to last year, with only the EU seeing a slowdown. These could be signs of a strong rebound thanks to cloud, AI, and auto-tech investments.