News stories tagged with #2026
ASUS Unveils New TUF Gaming and Republic of Gamers Strix Laptops with Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
ASUS has unveiled its 2026 TUF Gaming laptop lineup and relaunched the Republic of Gamers Strix series with the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processors. The new models combine powerful hardware with enhanced cooling systems to deliver optimal performance for demanding gaming and content creation tasks. Designed to appeal to a broad range of users—from hardcore gamers to content creators—the devices highlight ASUS’ commitment to innovation and high performance in the gaming laptop market.
OnePlus Nord 6 Expected to Launch in April 2026 with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and 9,000 mAh Battery
The OnePlus Nord 6 is expected to launch worldwide in early April 2026, based on the previously released OnePlus Turbo 6 in China. It will feature a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with 165 Hz refresh rate, a 50 MP Sony main camera, and a 9,000 mAh battery. The device will be available in India in two storage variants and in Black, Mint, and Silver, potentially at a higher price than its predecessor. Additionally, the OnePlus Watch 4 is anticipated with minimal hardware changes but possible improved IP69 water resistance and multiple variants.
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has unveiled the SU7, a high-performance electric sports car targeting the Tesla Model 3, while Leapmotor is preparing to challenge the VW ID.3 and BYD Dolphin in Europe with its new A05 compact EV. In the US, electric vehicle prices may rise due to increased costs for chips, batteries, and materials, while a surge of used Teslas from expiring leases could flood the market and threaten new car sales.
Valve Delays Steam Machine Again – 2026 Release Amid Memory Shortages
Valve has delayed the release of the Steam Machine again to 2026 due to global shortages of memory components, despite earlier promises of a launch this year. The console, equipped with Zen 4 and RDNA 3, is expected to run Windows games via Proton, but exact release dates remain uncertain. Valve continues to aim for a first-half 2026 launch while facing persistent supply chain challenges. The delay raises concerns about the device’s competitiveness against Microsoft’s Project Helix and its ability to attract PC gamers.
AMD Faces Unexpected CPU Boom Driven by Agentic AI, Supply Tightens
AMD CEO Lisa Su warns of tightening supply for server CPUs as demand surges beyond expectations due to agentic AI applications. The upcoming Epyc Venice generation is set to launch in the second half of 2026, but current production capacities are under strain. AMD is adjusting its manufacturing and delivery processes and has sufficient capacity for future products like Instinct MI450, HBM4, and CoWoS.
AMD Ryzen AI 400 'Gorgon Point' Expected to Launch Early 2026 on AM5 Platform
AMD is set to launch the Ryzen AI 400 series, codenamed 'Gorgon Point', in early 2026, potentially as early as Q1, on the AM5 platform. The desktop APUs will feature up to 12 Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, a 16 CU RDNA 3.5 iGPU, and a 60 TOPS NPU, sharing silicon with the mobile Strix Point APUs but with enhanced clock speeds and power management. The processors are designed to deliver high performance for AI workloads and integrated graphics, marking a significant upgrade for the AM5 ecosystem.