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MSI details MPG Vixta 300R PZ series with floating base design

MSI has introduced the MPG Vixta 300R PZ and MPG Vixta 300R Airflow PZ, two new mid-tower cases featuring back-connect motherboard compatibility and a floating base design. MSI builds the MPG Vixta 300R PZ (via ITHome) with a seamless L-shaped, fully tempered glass panel. This chassis features a floating base …

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Creative launches XF1 Hi-Res desktop speakers with Bluetooth 6.0

Creative has announced the launch of the Creative XF1, a 2.0 desktop speaker system designed for high-end audio. Rolling out across select markets, the compact speakers pair a clean exterior with a 72W RMS power output, dual Hi-Res Audio certification, and wireless connectivity. The XF1 features a fully active two-way …

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AOC Agon debuts new 720Hz dual-mode WOLED monitor

Agon by AOC has announced the debut of its Agon 7 series with the launch of the Agon Pro AGP277QKDC gaming monitor. The 26.5-inch professional-grade display is scheduled for release in September 2026 and marks the brand's first model to combine dual-frame mode with a 4th-generation Tandem WOLED panel. The …

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Nvidia “Blackwell-Next” GPUs mentioned in Linux kernel patch

A new Linux kernel patch for the NVGrace-GPU VFIO driver has revealed references to Nvidia's upcoming “Blackwell-Next” graphics architecture. Spotted by Phoronix (via VideoCardz), this change adds a readiness check for the supposed new architecture via CXL (Compute Express Link) DVSEC-based (Designated Vendor Specific Extended Capability). Submitted as part of …

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Colorful announces limited-edition Chitu MAG-60 magnetic keyboard

Colorful has announced the Chitu MAG-60 magnetic switch keyboard, a 60% layout model limited to 300 units worldwide. Scheduled for launch on June 30, the keyboard features exclusive magnetic switches and TMR sensing technology, along with an 8000Hz polling rate. This keyboard draws design inspiration from the 2026 Chinese zodiac …

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Thermal Grizzly launches new Hydronaut Pro and Duronaut Pro thermal pastes

Thermal Grizzly has announced two new high-performance thermal interfaces, the Duronaut Pro and Hydronaut Pro, offering enhanced thermal conductivity over their standard predecessors. The manufacturer developed Duronaut Pro with a focus on long-term stability and reduced pump-out effects. This compound combines a specialised silicone oil with aluminium micropowder and zinc …

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MSI announces Maestro 500 Wireless headset featuring ANC and tri-mode connectivity

MSI has announced the launch of the Maestro 500 Wireless headset, a multi-mode audio solution designed for productivity, entertainment, and gaming. The new headset features active noise cancellation, high-resolution drivers, and extensive battery life, targeting multi-platform compatibility across PC, consoles, and mobile devices. The Maestro 50 Wireless headset comes equipped …

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Cooler Master announces Q300L V3 and modular Qube 340 cases

Cooler Master has announced the Q300L V3, the next generation of its compact microATX case, alongside a modular version called the Qube 340. The updated Q300L chassis supports Mini-ITX and mATX motherboards within a small desktop footprint. It has room for graphics cards up to 366mm long, CPU coolers up …

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Noctua introduces its first AIO liquid coolers

Noctua has introduced its first AIO liquid CPU coolers with the launch of the NL-LC1 series. Available in 240mm, 360mm, and 420mm form factors, the closed-loop coolers are built on Asetek's latest technology, along with custom acoustic optimisations from Noctua.  To address pump noise, Noctua integrates its custom NL-PNA1 pump …

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Thermal Grizzly launches DeltaMate MPII AM5 and Intel 1851 water blocks

Thermal Grizzly has announced the DeltaMate MPII premium CPU water block series, launching the AM5 Black model immediately, with an Intel 1851 variant arriving shortly. These blocks feature a nickel-plated copper cold plate alongside a solid nickel-plated brass housing equipped with G1/4″ ports. The design includes a borosilicate glass viewing …

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Intel reportedly planning “Raptor Lake Next” CPUs for LGA1700 socket

Intel is reportedly developing a new line of Socket LGA1700 desktop processors codenamed “Raptor Lake Next”. These upcoming chips aim to provide an upgrade path for users still using DDR4 memory, filling a gap left by the DDR5-exclusive Core Ultra “Arrow Lake” generation. The report from Jaykihn (corroborated by VideoCardz …

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AOC Agon Pro AGP497UCZD flagship QD-OLED monitor revealed

AOC has introduced its latest flagship gaming monitor, the Agon Pro AGP497UCZD. The new 49-inch ultrawide display with a UL TrueBright-certified QD-OLED panel pairs Double QHD resolution with a 240Hz refresh rate and a 1800R curvature to target both gaming and professional setups. According to the spec sheet (via DisplaySpecifications), …

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BenQ Zowie unveils FK1-DW and ZA12-DW gaming mice

BenQ's gaming brand Zowie has announced the FK1-DW and ZA12-DW wireless gaming mice. Both symmetrical models weigh 55g and feature a 4K polling rate alongside an updated shell design. According to TechPowerUp, the large FK1-DW features a lower profile while the medium-sized ZA12-DW sits a bit taller, better suited to …

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Jon Peddie Research report highlights sluggish Q1 for PC market

The latest market statistics from Jon Peddie Research for Q1 2026 show a decline in both GPU and CPU shipments. Rising component and memory prices significantly impacted the PC segment during this period, with discrete graphics card shipments falling to 11.8 million units and desktop CPU shipments to 15.7 million …

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