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1+ min ago (906+ words) Crucial RAM is no more Predictions for the pricing of PC components are becoming bleaker by the day, and now there's a bunch of fresh gloom settling on the mountainous pile of doom " the gloomiest news being that Micron is shutting down its consumer RAM division. That means the end of the road for Micron's Crucial RAM sticks, which have long been popular in the world of PCs. As PC Gamer flagged, Micron issued a statement to say: "The AI-driven growth in the data center has led to a surge in demand for memory and storage. Micron has made the difficult decision to exit the Crucial consumer business in order to improve supply and support for our larger, strategic customers in faster-growing segments." In other words, the company is focusing on making far more profitable memory modules for data centers....

3+ min ago (138+ words) [A woman with long brown hair holds a professional camera with a large telephoto lens outdoors, surrounded by green, blurred nature in the background.]Tamron has released a new firmware update for its 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) telephoto zoom lens, bringing improved autofocus performance and full compatibility with Sony's highest-speed cameras, including the a9 III and its 120fps continuous shooting mode, albeit with some unsurprising limitations. [Read More] Unlocking 120 FPS With the a9 III This is the same limitation on other Tamron lenses that have been updated to better work alongside the a9 III, like the 70-180mm f/2.8 G2 lens updated last year. Tamron's 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Model A057) Version 4 firmware update is available on its official support page....

10+ min ago (299+ words) You don't need the latest and greatest products to get an awesome experience. The 1st-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones remain impressive in 2025, and we've seen some fantastic deals on them lately. In fact, you can still get these headphones at the record-low price we saw during Black Friday, but only in a couple of color variants. Buy the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for just $279 ($150 off) This sale is only available for the Bose QuietComfort Ultra in Deep Plum and Lunar Blue. The Deep Plum discount is available from Amazon. If you prefer the Lunar Blue iteration, that sale comes from Best Buy. While launched in 2023, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones remain excellent headphones in 2025. They sure have aged gracefully, and I am sure many of you won't need to upgrade to the 2nd-gen model. Especially considering that you can save…...

16+ min ago (365+ words) Now down to $129 at Walmart Feeling the Black Friday blues? If you missed our Black Friday gaming monitor deals, you can still get this MSI Optix G32C4W Curved Gaming Monitor at Walmart for $129 (was $249). Curved monitors have become more popular for gaming over the past few years because of how they increase immersion. The curved screen matches the natural curve of your eye, which makes it easier to take in details and reduces the strain on your vision, too. This particular MSI curved gaming monitor is very similar to the MSI Optix G27C4 we recommended in the past, just with a larger 31.5-inch screen instead of a 27-inch one. I'd argue that the bigger screen makes it even better. It also matches the VA LED panel, speedy refresh rate and response time, all for a terrific low price. The MSI Optix G32C4W might…...

19+ min ago (311+ words) Ryan started his career in the field of science, bouncing from lab to lab measuring chemicals, writing reports, and so on. After deciding to pursue his interest in covering video games and technology, he traded in his lab coat for a laptop. He started out as a simple intern for an outlet then known as Answers, but quickly rose up the ranks to become the managing editor of tech and game content. During this time, he got to attend events like E3 and interview developers. After the company went under, he found himself freelancing for various such as Inverse, Forbes, and Digital Trends. In 2022, he found a new home at Authority Media, becoming a full-time news writer for Android Authority. He specializes in games, VR, TVs, and more. In his free time, he enjoys playing games, watching and playing sports, learning…...

23+ min ago (466+ words) Bluetti's Elite 30 V2 that came out earlier this year is a portable power station that's ideal for short trips, plus it works well as a temporary backup for powering small electronics in a power outage. Most power stations are utilitarian, with a black or gray plastic design, but the Elite 30 V2 comes in several fun colors. There's nothing wrong with a simple design for battery equipment, but colors make Bluetti's little power station stand out. The model I tested is green, but it also comes in blue, purple, pink, light gray, and dark gray. I've been using the Elite 30 V2 to charge my Apple devices for the last several weeks to get an idea of what it's useful for. Charging my iPhone 17 Pro Max from 0 to 80 percent drains the power station from 100 percent to 90 percent, and it's about the same for an iPhone…...

26+ min ago (317+ words) What's happened? The Korean tech giant Samsung is working on a successor to the Galaxy Watch Ultra, which could arrive as soon as 2026. Why is this important? While information about the purported Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 remains scarce, the smartwatch should build upon the strong foundation laid by the original Watch Ultra. OK, what's next? Since we're still a few months away from the expected launch of the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 in July or August 2026, expect more details about the smartwatch to surface online in the coming months. Meanwhile, Samsung is also gearing up to launch its Galaxy S26 in January 2026, which could contain three models: Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. There's a new set of smart glasses on the market, and the second generation pair from Even Realities have caught my attention, potentially turning me from a smart specs-skeptic to…...

29+ min ago (541+ words) UPDATED 16:12 EST / DECEMBER 04 2025 Intel Corp. has scrapped plans to sell its multibillion-dollar NEX networking chip business. The company announced the move on Wednesday in a statement issued to Tom's Hardware. The reversal comes about six months after rumors first emerged that Intel had considered offloading NEX. The company confirmed the initiative in July, telling employees that it was hoping to sell a stake in the unit to outside investors. NEX delivered an operating income of $931 million on $5.8 billion in revenue last year. Intel stopped breaking out the unit's earnings in the first quarter, a few weeks before word emerged about its plans to sell the unit. NEX generates much of its revenue from supplying networking hardware for the data center, edge and consumer markets. One of the newest additions to Intel's lineup of network processors is the Atom x7000C chip series....

34+ min ago (543+ words) Google is rolling out a new layer of protection for Android users, specifically teaching Circle to Search and Google Lens how to spot scam messages right on your screen. Since our messaging apps are constantly getting hammered with sophisticated fraud " from those fake "delivery fee" demands to weird promises of free money " Google is stepping in to help you spot the fakes at a glance. It works using the gesture you probably already use: just long-press the home button or navigation bar, circle the suspicious text, and Google generates an AI Overview. This isn't just a generic warning; it explains why the message looks dangerous, analyzing context from the web to highlight red flags and suggesting your next move. Why This Is Important & Why You Should Care Let's be real: scam texts are getting frighteningly good. Bad actors are now…...

35+ min ago (223+ words) Nintendo fans will get a kick out of this super tiny controller December is finally here, and that means the countdown to find the best gifts for those with a Switch and Switch 2 is on. If they've got a ridiculous enough gaming backlog, you can always pick up one of the best Nintendo Switch 2 controllers and give the gift of a more premium pad, but not everyone can afford the $80+ price tag that comes with them. "You're looking for low-cost Nintendo gaming gifts"You want a gift for Switch & Switch 2 fans" Your giftee loves old-school Nintendo games " Your friend/loved one isn't into retro Nintendo games" The small size of controller would be an issue The CRKD Atom controller is half a practical controller and half a bit of a novelty in the best possible way. I have four of…...