We kick off this weekend's deals with the be quiet Pure Rock 2 Black CPU cooler. This particular brand will be an ideal component for your next PC build, especially if you don’t want to deal with the hassle of trying to install an AIO close-loop CPU cooler. However, the reasonable price point (we'll cover later) is not the cooler’s main attraction. Instead, it has efficient cooling capabilities, including a high 150W TDP cooling efficiency and four high-performance 6mm heat pipes with HDT technology.

It wasn't too long ago there were published rumors of an upcoming handheld device from Sony. However, there was some uncertainty if the device would ever exist. Well, I'm here to say the device will exist. Sony just announced their new handheld device that will make it simple for users to play PS5 games, the name of the device is Project Q. Features include a sleek-looking Dual-sense PlayStation controller attached to an 8-inch high-definition screen. But there is a caveat. It's an exclusive WiFi device that screen captures games from the PS5.

When NVIDIA announced last week that it would launch a new graphics card series on May 24th, it heightened anticipation from many PC builders, such as myself. NVIDIA is releasing to market a mid-range graphics card tailor-made for the 1080p budget-conscious gamer. This published post will focus on the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti in this month’s feature of the Hardware Breakdown.

Kioxia is not a known storage manufacturer to mainstream consumers who purchase storage devices from familiar brands such as Western Digital or Samsung. But they're a reputable company known for manufacturing high-performing SSDs that do not break the bank. Now, Kioxia is expanding its affordable SSD product line with new BG6 series SSDs.

If you plan on constructing a new computer system using DDR5 RAM, look no further than Amazon. They have an excellent deal on Teamgroup T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 32GB ( 2x16GB) memory.

According to the company, Microsoft has just announced that extensive updates will "deliver new AI innovation" across various Microsoft apps, such as Bing, Edge, SwiftKey, and Skype. The launch is set to be a significant introduction to Bing Widget. The home screen UI widget will soon be infused into Android and iOS, getting a head start over Google, which is also integrating AI into several of its platforms.

Here's an innovation for you, Apple is launching a new concert discovery feature in its Maps and Music apps, making it simple for users to locate shows in your area. In addition, Apple is adding a Set List section within the app's Browse tab, allowing users to view artists’ upcoming shows and view set lists across their tours.

Are there active noise-canceling earbuds on the market that has high-quality sound and are saturated with useful features under $100? Of course, there is. Look no further than the Soundcore by Anker Liberty 3 Pro wireless earbuds, and they now retail for just $84.99 on Amazon, fifty percent off their original price, which was $169.99.

You can always expect flagship M.2 NVMe Gen 5 SSDs, with fast read/write speeds, to run hot, especially SSDs based on the Phison E26 series controller. If cooling fans are removed, thermal issues can arise with Crucial's T700 drives, affecting overall performance. According to a social media post by ComputerBase, the German tech website tested the Crucial T700. The results were unimpressive. The test shows transfer speeds can throttle down comparable to a spinning HDD

I’m noticing a trend with hardware managing to find itself at some retail outlet before an official launch date. The latest hardware to buck that trend is AMD's Radeon RX 7600. According to two reports, the graphics card was shipped to several retailers overseas before the GPU launch date. In addition, we also have leaked information on the box regarding the hardware specification of the RX 7600. It will have 8GB of memory, 32 CUs, and 2048 cores. Reports also confirm a May 26th launch date.

OnePlus has been manufacturing smartphones since 2014. Back then, they were an upcoming startup competing against established companies, Apple and Google. At the time, the two companies were the only dominant players in the smartphone market. Today, OnePlus has stamped its mark in the market by manufacturing high-quality smartphones at various retail prices annually.

Finding an under $100 PC case with valuable features with dual-channel solutions is rare. But the Bears b-Vougish tempered glass ATX mid-tower PC case fits that profile, retailing for just $63.

Rumors have been circulating for months that Google will soon introduce the company’s first foldable smartphone, the Pixel Fold. Well, it turns out the stories are indeed true. Google will make their announcement at this year’s Google 1/O 2023 event, which is set to take place on May 10th.

What's so fascinating about the ultra-thin laptops on the market is how manufacturers managed to cram spec 'd-out hardware in such a thin, light design. Every since the Macbook Air's inception to the market, we've seen a bevy of Windows-based laptops mimic the Air's ultra-thin design. Some models are better than what Apple has to offer. The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED is an ultra-thin laptop with impeccable hardware, features, and my Editor's Pick of The Week.

I’m in the minority who feels Bluetooth connectivity is the greatest thing ever since the creation of user interface operating systems. The fact that you can connect devices without wires always fascinated me. In my opinion, a technological game changer. However, at one time, the wireless connectivity wasn't perfect. Often there were instability issues that included poor audio quality or devices suddenly would lose connection. However, as years passed, Bluetooth wireless technology Improved immensely, now having impeccable audio quality and potent connection to PC peripherals.

Valve Steam Deck is a widely popular handheld gaming device. So naturally, this means there will be a high demand for small solid-state drives for storage expansion. Corsair has just launched an all-new MP600 Mini, an ultra-compact NVMe SSD, to meet consumer demand. This will be an ideal upgrade for anyone with a Steam Deck and small form factor PCs.

Since Elon promised to remove the famed Blue Check verification from unpaid subscribers last week, the Blue Check diabolical continues. As claimed by Twitter, you now have several high-profile accounts that appear to be re-verified. What's disturbing is a number of these re-verified accounts include dead celebrities. Yes, I know, creepy.

The RTX 40 series are ridiculously costly, so you’re better off getting the RTX 30 series graphics cards now coming down in price. You can purchase a quality PNY GeForce RTX 3060 12 graphics card for just $349.99. This is probably the most affordable card on the consumer market and perfect for the PC builder on a budget.

Years past ( two or three, to be exact), we went through a period where graphics cards had ridiculously high prices, all due and part to chip shortage and the sudden rise of crypto-mining. Manufacturers literally couldn't keep cards in stock. Another contributing factor is that opportunistic scalpers would purchase cards by the dozens—making it difficult for PC builders like me to implement new Gen GPUs into my builds.

I last left the readers a week ago with a post about recent rumors that Sony may be unleashing a handheld gaming console. The code name  for this device is "QLite."  As I stated in that last published post, the PS  Vita was the last portable device Sony produced, and it's now been ten years since the company shelved the device due to poor sales.