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2026-09-28
news.google.com 2026-09-28
2026-09-04
www.ad-hoc-news.de 2026-09-04
2026-08-31
tomshardware.com 2026-08-31
A team of scientists from Germany and Japan has developed a solid-state cooling system that uses heat to generate mechanical work for refrigeration, potentially enabling processors and data centers to recycle waste heat for cooling. Unlike conventional vapor-compression systems, this elastocaloric c
2026-08-14
tomshardware.com 2026-08-14
A Reddit hardware enthusiast transformed the ZTE Nubia Z70 Ultra smartphone into a functional mini PC by mounting dual desktop CPU coolers on either side of the device. The phone, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC with 24GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage, was stripped down to its cor
2026-07-10
www.tomshardware.com 2026-07-10
As AI models grow in size and complexity, memory bandwidth and thermal management have become critical bottlenecks for future chip performance. Recently, research teams from South Korea and Japan have introduced two innovative High-Bandwidth Memory (HBM) architectures aimed at overcoming the heat ch
2026-06-21
tomshardware.com 2026-06-21
In the face of worsening climate change and rising global temperatures, computer hardware cooling has become increasingly challenging. A YouTuber known as TrashBench demonstrated an innovative approach by repurposing a countertop ice machine into a custom cooler for an RTX 3060 GPU. By integrating t
2026-06-17
www.ad-hoc-news.de 2026-06-17
ON Semiconductor has unveiled its latest silicon carbide and gallium nitride (GaN)-based power module, the EliteSiC FastCharge Power Module, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and performance of next-generation DC fast charging systems. Designed for public chargers, fleet depots, and industrial power
2026-06-16
www.ad-hoc-news.de 2026-06-16
Onsemi has introduced its new EliteSiC MOSFET, designed to deliver more efficient and cooler power performance for demanding applications such as electric vehicles, solar inverters, and industrial drives. Built on silicon carbide (SiC) technology, the device features a 1200V rating and a typical on-
2026-06-16
tomshardware.com 2026-06-16
Noctua has finally launched its first all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooler, offering three sizes—240mm, 360mm, and 420mm—catering to high-end PC builders. Priced from $219.95 to $279.95, these coolers are positioned at the premium end of the market. However, they deliver on Noctua’s reputation for quiet,
2026-06-02
interestingengineering.com 2026-06-02
Purdue University and Taiwan-based GeChi Compound Semiconductor (GCCS) have formed a five-year strategic partnership aimed at scaling and reshoring silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor manufacturing. This initiative targets key bottlenecks in next-generation AI and 6G infrastructure deployment. SiC,
2026-05-30
www.tomshardware.com 2026-05-30
In the midst of current turbulence in the PC hardware market, Newegg has launched an attractive hardware bundle featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X processor paired with NVIDIA's RTX 5060 GPU at just $439, saving $150 compared to the original price. The deal also includes a free Gamdias BOREAS M2-510WH
2026-05-29
tomshardware.com 2026-05-29
Cooler Master and G.Skill have partnered to introduce a new DDR5 memory kit called 'MasterDIMM,' featuring active cooling that promises up to a 15°C temperature reduction compared to conventional RAM. The product incorporates a thick heatsink with an integrated fan, resembling GPU-style blowers. Des
2026-05-28
www.networkworld.com 2026-05-28
SK Hynix has made a significant advancement in high-bandwidth memory (HBM) technology for AI datacenters by introducing an integrated cooling solution that reduces thermal resistance by 30%. This innovation embeds cooling elements directly within the memory stack, addressing a major bottleneck in tr
2026-05-26
tomshardware.com 2026-05-26
Chinese PC hardware manufacturer Tryx gained attention in 2024 with its first all-in-one liquid cooler (AIO) featuring a panoramic curved OLED display. Now, the company is preparing a new model, the Tryx Holo, which takes the concept further by integrating a holographic-style display directly into t