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Noctua has launched its first all-in-one liquid CPU coolers—the NL-LC1 series—combining top-tier thermal performance, ultra-quiet operation, and industry-leading reliability, with innovative features like a custom pump noise absorber and award-winning fans, available now in 240, 360, and 420 mm sizes.

At the 2026 IEEE/JSAP Symposium on VLSI Technology and Circuits, imec, ASML, and TSMC unveiled a breakthrough 300 mm integration process for 2D-material-based nFETs and pFETs with industry-leading 50 nm contacted poly pitch, marking a major milestone in transitioning high-performance 2D transistors from lab to fab for next-generation ultra-scaled logic and advanced semiconductor applications.

Cooler Master has unveiled the Q300L V3, an upgraded compact microATX case featuring improved airflow, a stronger chassis, tempered glass, and modern front I/O, alongside the modular QUBE 340 variant for users seeking greater customization and flexibility in their PC builds.

AMD has refreshed its lineup with three "new" processors—the Ryzen 7 4700LE, Ryzen 5 3501U, and Ryzen 3 3100U—reviving older Zen2 and Zen+ architectures for OEM and entry-level systems, with launches scheduled through 2026 and no pricing yet announced.

Engineered for both AMD AM5 and Intel LGA1851 sockets, the new DeltaMate MPII series CPU water blocks combine ultra-high-performance nickel-plated copper cold plates, precision microfin structures, and premium materials with customizable RGB lighting to set a new standard for enthusiast-grade liquid cooling.

Microsoft and AMD have teamed up to launch Advanced Shader Delivery on the XBOX PC app, enabling game developers to ship pre-compiled shaders for AMD RDNA GPUs—starting with Forza Horizon 6—dramatically slashing game loading times by up to 95%.

Despite slow initial adoption, Windows 11 usage among PC gamers continues to climb according to Valve’s May 2026 Steam survey, with modest gains for Microsoft’s latest OS and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 remaining the most popular GPU, while English-language user overrepresentation and minor shifts in hardware trends highlight the survey’s ongoing biases and stability.

Intel is reportedly preparing a new line of "Raptor Lake Next" desktop processors—designed for DDR4 compatibility amid high DDR5 prices—which may adopt a fresh Core Series 3 naming scheme, feature varied core and cache configurations, and target entry-to-performance market segments without the "Ultra" branding or integrated NPU.

At Computex 2026, Lian Li unveiled a range of new power supplies—including the Edge Platinum V2, Edge Gold V2, SX Gold series, and the high-end DWS1600P—featuring advanced connectivity, innovative dust management, and enhanced cable solutions, with launches scheduled throughout the second half of 2026.

At COMPUTEX 2026, Gigabyte unveiled its AORUS GeForce RTX 50 Series AI BOX lineup—powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and featuring advanced cooling, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, and intuitive GPU Selector software—delivering desktop-class AI and gaming performance to ultrabook laptops for gamers, creators, and AI enthusiasts.