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Solo dev enables running CUDA on AMD hardware in Windows, getting multiple CUDA libraries running on a gaming Radeon RX 9060 XT GPU in Windows — CUDA-exclusive
With the latest ROCm updates, AMD finally brought robust, official PyTorch and HIP SDK support to Windows for consumer GPUs, fully supporting the Radeon RX 7000 and the RX 9000 series.
The Steam Frame is made for irresponsible hardware nerds like me
For nearly three weeks, I've been testing the limits of Valve's Steam Frame, the company's new wearable PC.
Valve's Steam Hardware Survey suggests the Radeon RX 9070 XT is now AMD's most popular GPU
Valve just published Steam Hardware Survey results for August, and the Radeon RX 9070 XT is now the favored AMD GPU.
If PS6 handheld rumors are real, ex-PlayStation boss suggests Sony skip a home console because it "really struggles to sell 2 different pieces of hardware at th
As rumors suggest that Sony could be working on an upcoming handheld console as well as the inevitable PS6 , former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden says that handling two separate pieces of hardware at once is something the company "really struggles" with, which might not bode well
Gamescom apologises for how it initially responded to indie developer hardware thefts
Gamescom has apologised for the way it "communicated about the theft of hardware belonging to several indie developers" last week, admitting, "our first response did not strike the right tone, and it did not show the people affected the empathy they deserved". Read more
Gaming monitors are one of the only good things about PC hardware right now, but one niche feature is underloved
The memory crisis may be in full swing, taking numerous PC components with it, but the value of gaming monitors is one of a few hardware things that has actually improved over the last few years.
'That criticism is justified': Gamescom apologizes for its callous response to developer hardware thefts
Last week, in the wake of a rash of developer hardware thefts at this year's Gamescom, the event's organizers provoked a wave of outcry by publishing a statement that many perceived as callously placing the blame on exhibitors who hadn't adequately insured their equipment.
Despite horrendous layoffs, obscene hardware prices, and everything else, Saber Interactive exec says 'this is a great time to be in the industry'
Generally speaking, this is not a great time for the videogame industry.
Acer’s new concept hardware is a gaming handheld with a keyboard
For the last few years, PC gamers on the go have had a choice: Buy a gaming laptop, or pick up one of the many Steam Deck-inspired handhelds that are a fraction of the size but a lot less versatile.
Make a Portable Wide-screen Mechanical TV
I never intended to join the cutting edge of electromechanical television.
Oscar Winner Brings Monsters to Life With His Simulation Software
While walking to school as a child, Jernej Barbič would marvel at how beautiful his home was.
Need for Speed Underground 2 now runs directly on Nintendo Switch — other Classic Windows titles playable thanks to custom firmware boot
Retro gaming fans who own Nintendo Switch consoles now have several classic Windows titles they can now enjoy.
Valve Steam Frame Review: Competent as a standalone VR, but wireless streaming remains the focus
Valve has been ramping up its hardware releases during 2026, with the Steam Controller launching this past spring, followed by the Steam Machine earlier this summer.
Valve engineers discuss the duality of the Steam Frame and pricing — Valve's newest VR headset pivots SteamOS to Arm
I spoke with Valve software developers Pierre-Loup Griffais and Jeff Leinbaugh about the Steam Frame launch, why the company is taking a two-pronged strategy with streaming and standalone support, and how the global memory/storage crunch affected development.
Valve Steam Frame interview — why it costs up to $1,300, Snapdragon power, and 10x foveated streaming
Prior to the official launch of the Steam Frame, Tom's Hardware Premium had a chance to talk with Valve software developers Jeff Leinbaugh and Pierre-Loup Griffais.
Anthropic says AI can boost U.S. GDP by 32%, up to $44.4 trillion in four years — economics model predicts that displaced employees 'may have to switch to jobs
Last week, Anthropic published its prediction of what the economic impact of AI on the U.S.
Modders halve FSR 4 render times on AMD’s PS5-derived BC-250 mining APU — portable FidelityFX DLL cuts 1440p upscaling time from 11.51 ms to 5.92 ms
Modders have slashed the cost of running FSR 4 on AMD’s RDNA 2-powered BC-250 by nearly half, with a new implementation cutting the upscaler’s processing time from 11.51 ms to 5.92 ms at 1440p.
We tested unofficial DLSS Multi Frame Generation support on RTX 40-series GPUs — new mod brings RTX 50-series exclusive feature to older cards, and it really wo
It’s been a heck of a time lately for PC gamers willing to get their hands dirty with mods.
IKEA releases new Skyrim mod that adds gloriously mundane Kallax shelving unit as your newest companion — free collab provides a drab flatpack answer to your lo
IKEA has announced the Kallax Storageborn companion creation for players of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on PC or Xbox.
Wiki documents at least 44 instances in which Sony says you own your games as digital games ownership lawsuit progresses — project is direct assault on Sony's c
In a recent lawsuit against Sony, the firm argued that "reasonable consumers would not be misled" into believing they own digital games that they "purchased" on the PlayStation Store.
Nintendo of America puts tariff refunds towards 'customer appreciation' sale, but no refunds to Switch 2 buyers — offers 30% off games and accessories from Sept
Nintendo of America got its tariff refund and is using the money to hold a sale, rather than returning it to customers who paid higher-than-expected prices for the Nintendo Switch 2 and accessories.
Minecraft-spawned crypto kingpin faces 20 years for $245 million heist — mastermind's role in hacking campaign fueled their supercar, bodyguards, and private je
The ringleader of a cybercrime gang, which reportedly formed after meetups in Minecraft online, has pleaded guilty to a racketeering charge.
Switch 2 Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition preorders open on Amazon for $519.99 — here's your last shot to grab the limited-edition console at MSRP
Preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition went live shortly after yesterday's Nintendo Direct and sold out instantly.
Steam enforces Australian age verification via credit cards — debit card glitches and low credit adoption alienate core gamers, privacy-first mindset leads to d
Today is September 9, and the significance of the date for Australian consumers is that, by law, buying online apps and games now requires an over-18 age verification step.
Intel-backed auto-overclocking tool Hypertune optimizes individual systems, not test profiles — tool claims FPS improvement of up to 60% on Intel-based systems
Following an early access period that included over 60,000 participants, auto-overclocking tool Hypertune has released its Gaming Performance Engineering platform, which is built on top of Intel's Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU) SDK and developed in partnership with Intel.
Microsoft reportedly gives secret Xbox Game Pass discounts to churned subscribers to reel them back in — targeted offers slash up to 30% off the regular price
If you play hard to get, you could get Xbox Game Pass for cheaper; at least that is what numerous users are reporting on a Reddit thread.
Nintendo unveils The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 for $520 — First-ever special-edition Switch 2 drops October 19, alongside $100 Pro Controller, p
Nintendo just aired one of the most important Directs of the Switch 2 generation, showcasing the upcoming Ocarina of Time remake in all its glory.
LG strongly denies TV spying claims, says tracking and snooping concerns 'not true' — online investigation claims 216,000,000 TVs spy and record audio
In a statement to Tom's Hardware , TV manufacturer LG has strongly denied recent claims that its smart TVs constantly log and upload data, record audio while in standby, while confirming they scan local area networks for other devices, a feature common in smart TVs and media devi
German scammer dupes two different buyers into spending thousands on hollow RTX 5090 GPUs — stripped-out cards netted fraudster $5,000 despite being worthless
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50-series (codenamed Blackwell) graphics cards continue to rank among the best graphics cards available today.
All-in-one 'DLSS Unlocked' mod brings DLSS 5 and multi-frame gen to RTX 20, 30, and 40 series — hybrid tool taps AMD FSR 3.1 to boost frame rates up to 6X
There are now several mods enabling DLSS 5 on older Nvidia GPUs , along with even AMD's RDNA 4 cards .
Sony threatens to cut off customer support and pursue legal action over harassment as backlash to PlayStation’s physical-disc phaseout intensifies — company to
Sony Japan has officially implemented a new customer harassment policy to address ongoing customer backlash, following the company’s controversial announcement to phase out physical PlayStation game discs by January 2028 .
Gaining Leadership Backing for Your Innovations
This article is part of our exclusive career advice series in partnership with the IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society.
RPCS3 emulator can now run PS3 games on PC directly from a disc drive in landmark development — unlocks 20 years of physical titles on Windows, Linux, and macOS
The developers of the Sony PlayStation 3 emulator RPCS3 have told their social media followers that it is now possible to play games straight from discs.
This 10-inch 4:3 television hides your retro consoles in a secret rear compartment — Unico's Traveller ULW10 trades composite video for RGB SCART and HDMI
Getting a retro game console to look right on a modern TV can be a challenge, as legacy video signals need to be scaled or de-interlaced, while latency and aspect-ratio issues can further make retro games look or feel different from the original experience.
Nvidia returns to selling Founder's Edition RTX 50-series GPUs at MSRP in person at PAX West — Verified Priority Access has RTX 5090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5070 at
PAX West is underway at the Seattle Convention Center in Seattle, Washington, and Nvidia is offering a selection of its Founder's Edition GPUs at MSRP.
This 246TB SSD media server is built for millionaire cinephiles —Kaleidescape's newest home theater vault supports 25 simultaneous 4K streams, stores up to 2,30
Kaleidescape, a maker of luxury home theater equipment, has revealed its latest media server, the " Compact Terra Prime 246TB SSD ." As the descriptive name suggests, it's a compact movie server with 246TB of storage for opulent home theater setups.
PS5 emulator can now run the console version of GTA V at up to 60 FPS on PC, but quickly crashes as tweakers continue to optimize — PS5 emulation advancing at a
The PS5 emulation scene is growing at a rapid pace, perhaps the most rapidly we've ever seen, because the PS5 version of GTA V is now at least playable at up to 60 FPS on PC for a few minutes as modders work to fine-tune their approach.
Xbox Game Pass imposes monthly cloud gaming limits, just 15 hours per month for Ultimate — subscribers and non-subscribers can buy more hours to keep gaming
Xbox Game Pass has been an alternative option for gamers who cannot afford the best graphics cards .
‘World’s first fully transparent video game console’ is on its way to Kickstarter — Arduview handheld’s shell, PCB, and display are all transparent
The first units of the ‘world’s first fully transparent video game console’ are shipping to founders, and now the project is on its way to Kickstarter.
Nvidia app update fails to block unofficial DLSS multi-frame generation mod on RTX 40 series gaming GPUs — modders restore support across multiple games within
When NVIDIA launched the GeForce RTX 50 series, a major part of the hype surrounding the new GPU family was its support for DLSS Multi-Frame Generation.
Intel's Core Ultra 400 'Nova Lake' launch schedule leaks out — mass production in Q4, first Nova Lake CPUs in Q1 2027
Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 400-series 'Nova Lake-S' CPU platform promises to be the company's biggest desktop launch in years, with range-topping processor offering up to 52 cores and gaming processors featuring up to 288 MB of bLLC cache, at least according to the rumor mill.
How to install a PS5 SSD in 2026
Expanding your PlayStation 5's storage with the best PS5 SSDs in 2026 is no longer a luxury, but a necessity.
RPCS3 emulator devs slam Nvidia DLSS 5 as 'AI-slop generator' — says industry pushing 'more upscalers and frame generation to hallucinate games and hide their l
Developers at RPCS3, the open-source PlayStation 3 emulator, have criticized Nvidia’s DLSS 5 technology, calling it an “AI-slop generator.” A number of modders managed to port DLSS 5 to various games last week after the latest neural-rendering tech leaked before the official laun
Score a gigabit LAN upgrade for less than $10 with this limited-time TP-Link switch deal — plug-and-play network upgrade for your home or office unlocks 5 ultra
A bad network connection at home or in your office doesn't have to be permanent, because you can grab a wired upgrade for less than $10 right now.
Fractal Define One case review: Balancing noise and thermals
The Fractal Define series has been around since 2009, starting with the aptly named Fractal Define chassis.
You can now play GTA V natively on a Nintendo Switch thanks to unofficial Homebrew port — game runs at 30 FPS but requires a jailbroken, overclocked Switch
Grand Theft Auto V came out in late 2013 for PS3 and Xbox 360 before it was ported to eighth-gen consoles.
Nvidia's controversial DLSS 5 will launch September 3 with NBA2K27, company shares first benchmarks — available on all RTX 50 series GPUs, laptops, and GeForce
Following its announcement earlier this year, and just days after the DLL leaked inside NBA2K27 , Nvidia has today confirmed that its controversial DLSS 5 will launch on September 3.
Acer’s wild Project DualPlay Mini is a foldable handheld that doubles as a netbook — concept shown alongside Predator Atlas 7 handheld sporting Intel’s Arc G-se
Acer debuted the smaller Predator Atlas 7 handheld at IFA 2026, joining the larger Atlas 8 that we saw earlier this year .
G.Skill drops new AMD EXPO ULL RAM for Ryzen CPUs — Flare X5X brings new ULL optimized subtimings, but pricing remains a mystery
G.Skill, which makes some of the best RAM on the market, has announced the Flare X5X series of DDR5 memory kits.
Sony argues ‘reasonable consumers would not be misled’ into believing they own digital games in class action motion — PlayStation Store ‘buy’ button lawsuit may
Sony Interactive Entertainment asked a federal judge on August 21 to push a proposed class action lawsuit over the PlayStation Store’s “buy” and “purchase” labels out of court and into individual arbitration.
Valve is still figuring out ‘how and when’ to do Steam Deck 2
Now that Valve has finally launched its entire 2026 hardware lineup - the Steam Controller, the Steam Machine, and today's Steam Frame - are we any closer to a next-gen Steam Deck handheld?
Valve Says Mystery Plans For Steam Deck 2 Remain Unchanged Despite RAM Crisis
One rumor from a hardware leaker suggests 2028 is when to expect the handheld PC successor
Steam Frame starts at $1059
Article URL: https://store.steampowered.com/hardware/steamframe Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49700661 Points: 677 # Comments: 514
Valve’s Steam Frame VR headset opens for orders, with the cheapest model priced at a lenswatering £889 / $1,059
Valve have just launched the Steam Frame wireless VR headset, finally completing the triumvirate of new hardware – along with the new Steam Machine and Steam Controller – that they unveiled all the way back in November 2025.
Someone made a copper gaming PC Frankensteined out of an old blowtorch and other assorted parts and is 'just going to let it tarnish over time'
Custom Copper 9070xt, 9800x3d Build from r/pcmasterrace There's being into PC hardware and then there's crafting a glorious custom loop.
Why There's No New Game for the Steam Frame
When Valve announced the Steam Frame, Machine, and Controller back in November, there was this undercurrent of hope that the company would release some secret new game to complement its new hardware.
Steam Frame – The Valve Interview
Now that the Steam Frame is finally here, Valve's entire hardware lineup is now out in the wild.
'It's Definitely at the Top of Our List' – SteamOS Is Getting Closer to Nvidia Driver Support
One of the biggest goal's of Valve's latest wave of hardware wasn't necessarily to move as many units as possible, but to expand the reach of SteamOS , and it does seem like it's succeeded.
LG responds to TV spying allegations - The Verge
LG responds to TV spying allegations The Verge LG strongly denies TV spying claims, says tracking and snooping concerns 'not true' — online investigation claims 216,000,000 TVs spy and record audio Tom's Hardware LG Denies Accusations Of Smart TVs Continuously Recording Its Users
ASUS ROG gaming laptops show a computer is more than its components
If you're shopping around to get ready for the new school year and looking for a gaming laptop to cover a broad range of performance needs, you'll find plenty of hardware claiming it's for "gaming," but just what kind of gaming experience you'll get is still a huge question.
Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis pre-orders have arrived on the Switch 2, and I want that carnivorous collector's edition
It always feels a bit bizarre to experience Lara Croft's adventures on anything but PlayStation hardware, but the upcoming Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis is coming to the Switch 2.
Nintendo Reveals Ocarina of Time Remake Release Date, a Zelda Switch 2 and a Real Ocarina
Nintendo is marking four decades of Zelda with special hardware, playable ocarinas and more ways for fans to celebrate the legendary series.
Why does this sort of thing never happen to me? Redditor says they found $10,000 worth of RAM just sitting in their garage
Found 10k worth of ram sitting in my garage from r/LinusTechTips As the spawn of two IT professionals, my childhood home is still steeped in a whole lot of old hardware.
'Zelda' 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Consoles Sell Out Everywhere, With One Exception
What to know about the Zelda Switch 2 hardware pre-order situation at retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target (and how much things cost)
Nintendo celebrates Zelda’s 40th anniversary with first special edition Switch 2
Nintendo has officially revealed the first special edition Switch 2 console, marking the first time the new hardware has received a complete themed redesign since launching.
The Ocarina Of Time Remake Has The Coolest Use Of The Switch 2’s Built-In Mic
The remake for Zelda: Ocarina of Time isn't just a modern visual upgrade of the classic N64 game; it also makes use of a modern hardware feature, one that is built-in with the Switch 2 console.
GU's ‘Pokémon’ Collection Slips Mew, Gengar and Eevee Into an Outdoor-Ready Capsule
Summary GU's latest Pokémon collection imagines a trainer living in the forest, translating that idea into earthy tones and outdoor-derived hardwareCharacter-specific touches run throughout, from woven tags to embroidery to Poké Ball-shaped zipper pullsThe six-piece unisex lineup
'Legend of Zelda' Switch 2 and Controllers Officially Revealed by Nintendo
Pre-orders for the new Zelda Switch 2 hardware variant go live ahead of its October release date, Nintendo revealed during the 40th anniversary Direct
Anbernic Reveals the RG DS Plus, a Dual-Screen Handheld Built for Nintendo DS Emulation Under $100 USD
Summary Anbernic expands its retro gaming lineup with a larger dual-screen handheld engineered for authentic Nintendo DS emulationThe device transitions to a Linux operating system powered by the new NNDSS emulator featuring robust touch and microphone integrationHardware updates
With Pokemon Bank's demise on the horizon, one modder makes their own adapter to move Pokemon from GBA to Switch consoles
One of the most unique things about Pokemon has always been the ability to transfer your pocket monsters between different hardware generations and across 30 years of games.
New all in one 6502 computer (Neo6502kbd)
Article URL: https://olimex.wordpress.com/2026/09/04/new-open-source-hardware-variant-of-neo6502-now-includes-keyboard-4-usb-hosts-uext-power-switch-and-usb-c-for-power-and-programming-all-in-one-keyboard-body/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49585605 Points: 2
The LEGO PlayStation Rebuilds the Original 1994 Console in 1,911 Bricks With Working Buttons
Summary Sony and the LEGO Group have revealed the LEGO PlayStation, a brick replica of the original console and controllerThe 1,911-piece build recreates the hardware at close to 1:1 scale and folds in functional details and hidden nods to PlayStation historyTwo removable game di
Pre-orders for Sony's GTA 6-themed DualSense controllers will open on September 10
At $85, the hardware only costs a little bit more than the game.
Rumour: Nintendo Might Be Updating The Switch 2's LCD Panel
Update: More listings spotted. : It's not uncommon for Nintendo to release subtle hardware revisions, and a new rumour doing the rounds online this week suggests the Japanese firm could be updating the LCD panel on the Switch 2. Read the full article on nintendolife.com
Sony State of Play September 2026: Every Big Reveal and Trailer
The September 2026 State of Play was packed with announcements, including a FF7 Revelation release date, GTA 6 PlayStation hardware, and more
Faux CRT TV makers Unico say they're swapping out the questionable AI imagery for real product photos
Yesterday, I highted a faux CRT TV by arcade hardware makers Unico that's launching on Kickstarter.
28 Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games To Play Right Now
What to play on Switch 2 right now The Nintendo Switch 2 quickly set new sales records after launch, but exciting as new hardware is, it's ultimately all about the games.
GTA 6 PlayStation 5 DualSense Controller Pre-Orders Go Live
Sony and Rockstar team up for limited edition PS5 DualSense Controllers for Grand Theft Auto 6. Pre-orders for the GTA 6 DualSense are now live.
LG Denies Accusations Of Smart TVs Continuously Recording Its Users - Engadget
LG Denies Accusations Of Smart TVs Continuously Recording Its Users Engadget LG responds to TV spying allegations theverge.com LG Denies Its TVs Are Spying on You (Unless You Opted In) Gizmodo LG defends smart-TV features amid audio surveillance allegations Al Jazeera LG TV shown