Tech & Hardware 3 Days

Last updated: July 13, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Hardware & Components

TSMC achieved record in revenue for June 2026, marking a 67.9% increase, while Chinese memory manufacturer CXMT is set to match Micron's DRAM manufacturing capacity this year. JEDEC Solid State Technology Association announced the publication of its JESD330-4 Standard Package High Bandwidth Memory (SPHBM4) standard, enabling HBM4-class bandwidth on organic substrates. In graphics card news, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE edition dropped to $499 on Newegg, and NVIDIA's RTX 50 series hotspot sensor via internal tools despite its removal from consumer-facing specifications.

PC Building & Peripherals

Cougar launched CFV220 mid-tower ATX case, first previewed at Computex 2026, and Cooler Master, a flagship high-airflow case. GIGABYTE introduced B850M motherboard for Socket AM5, featuring backside connectors for improved cable management. For peripherals, Keychron, a low-profile mechanical keyboard with wood accents, and GameSir wired controller for Xbox and PC. MSI Afterburner for voltage/frequency curve visualization, aiding overclocking efforts.

Gaming & Software

Palworld drew over during its 1.0 update launch weekend, while Xbox "Project Ekur" amidst studio flux. Criterion Games is reportedly axing "Need for Speed" and "Burnout" in favor of focusing on the Battlefield franchise. Steam generated an estimated $11.1 billion in revenue during the first half of the year, with a significant portion coming from older titles. Meanwhile, a new performance review of *Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced*, highlighting its modern graphical enhancements.

Industry & Business

Apple is suing OpenAI, alleging that a former engineer trade secrets. California is introducing a for new electric vehicle buyers, with a separate $1,750 for used EVs, both subject to price caps. States are suing to block the Paramount/WBD merger, arguing it will lead to "higher prices, lower quality, and less content." In a surprising development, hackers are achievable through clever coding and graphical compromises.

Emerging Technologies & Research

Intel's 18A node processors, dubbed "Starfire," have been certified for space applications, according to newly published documentation. AMD is reportedly developing a new multi-frame generation technology for its Radeon GPUs, potentially offering up to an 8x mode. Researchers confirmed 2024 explaining the rotational mechanics of reverse sprinklers, linking it to momentum flux. Separately, reinforcement learning is being used to through error correction.

Automotive & Energy

California's new EV rebate program aims to incentivize the purchase of electric vehicles, with and $1,750 for used models. However, Colorado is considering an amendment that would add a "right to natural gas" to its state constitution, potentially restricting building codes that promote electrification.

Gaming Hardware & Accessories

Nintendo is reportedly considering a Switch 2 release with an OLED screen, according to a South Korean display industry analyst. The Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced handheld performance review examines its capabilities on popular handheld PCs. The infamous Steam Machine "red line of death" issue, which occurred when systems hit 100°C, has been solved with a simple CMOS clear.

AI & Cloud

MSI's Edge Xpert AI Supercomputer is now supported by Racknex professional rack mount solutions, facilitating high-performance AI deployment in standard 19-inch racks. Meanwhile, security researchers are noting that defenders are now embracing "prompt injection" techniques to trick hacking agents into shutting down before they can cause harm.

Consumer Electronics & Deals

Edifier International with the new MR4.5 studio monitor speakers, suitable for music production and content editing. KAMRUI's July promotion on Amazon US offers discounts of up to 34% on its AK1PLUS and Pinova P1 mini PCs, with prices starting as low as $230.84. Windows 11 Pro is available for $10 through July 19th, representing one of the lowest prices for the operating system. File transfer service Transfr Pro is offering unlimited file sending for life for $80.

Space & Aviation

Industry officials are expressing concern about the availability of the Crew Dragon spacecraft, with one stating there is a "big need for an additional crew vehicle" in the United States. Ukraine's drone strikes have in the vital Sea of Azov corridor, demonstrating the impact of drone warfare on maritime operations.

Semiconductors & Memory

TSMC reported record of $13.75 billion for June 2026, a significant year-over-year increase. Chinese memory manufacturer CXMT is rapidly expanding its capacity to rival Micron's global DRAM production. JEDEC Solid State Technology Association for HBM4-class bandwidth on organic substrates.

Graphics & Performance

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card is now priced at $499 on Newegg. NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 series hotspot sensor data remains accessible through internal tools, suggesting the hardware is present. AMD is reportedly developing a new multi-frame generation technology for its Radeon RX GPUs, with an up to 8x mode in development. MSI Afterburner in its voltage/frequency curve editor for better visualization.