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2025. August 18.

Mini SSD: A New Chapter in Portable Data Storage

The evolution of data storage technology often goes unnoticed, yet its impact is tangible for everyone. When a computer boots up more quickly, a game loads in less time, or large files can be copied within moments, all of this is the result of the development of SSDs, or solid-state drives. For years, the slow performance of storage devices held machines back; the advent of SSDs effectively closed this gap. Now, as the next step in this evolution, a new solution has appeared on the market that promises the portability of microSD cards combined with the performance of M.2 SSDs. This is the Mini SSD, also known as the 1517 format.

2025. August 17.

After a Historic Turn, SK Hynix Becomes the New Market Leader in the Memory Industry

For three decades, the name Samsung was almost synonymous with leadership in the DRAM market. Now, however, the tables have turned: in the first half of 2025, South Korea’s SK Hynix surpassed its rival in the global memory industry for the first time, ending a streak of more than thirty years. This change signifies not just a shift in corporate rankings but also points to a deeper transformation across the entire semiconductor industry.

2025. August 04.

Neuralink’s Rivals Are Already in the Clinic – Europe’s Answer to Musk’s Brain Chips

While Silicon Valley is loud with the hype surrounding brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), attention often centers on one high-profile name: Elon Musk’s Neuralink. Behind the scenes, however, Europe is quietly yet determinedly building its own neurotechnological future. Startups across the continent are not merely following trends—they are shaping the market with unique solutions, often rooted in practical medicine and materials science. This raises the question: in the shadow of flashy American marketing, can Europe’s quieter innovation achieve real breakthroughs and take a leading role in this revolutionary field?

2025. August 01.

NVIDIA Driver Support Changes – The Clock Is Ticking for the GTX 900–10 Series

NVIDIA has announced a major shift in its driver support strategy. This decision affects millions of users, but what does it actually mean in practice? Is it really time for everyone to consider upgrading their hardware, or is the situation more nuanced? Understanding the implications is key to staying prepared for the technological changes of the coming years.

2025. August 01.

This Is What the Google Pixel 10 Might Look Like — But Do We Really Know Everything Yet?

The Google Pixel series, known for its clean software and outstanding photography capabilities, is reaching its 10th generation this year. Ahead of the official launch, expected on August 20, a wealth of information and rumors is already circulating online, outlining a device family that may not bring dramatic visual changes but instead introduces real, tangible innovations under the hood. But are these improvements enough for the Pixel 10 to stand out in an increasingly crowded market?

2025. August 01.

A Brutal Quarter for Apple, but What Comes After the iPhone?

Amid global economic and trade challenges, Apple has once again proven its extraordinary market power, surpassing analyst expectations in the third quarter of its 2025 fiscal year. The Cupertino giant not only posted record revenue for the period ending in June but also reached a historic milestone: the shipment of its three billionth iPhone. This achievement comes at a time when the company is grappling with the cost of punitive tariffs, intensifying competition in artificial intelligence, and a series of setbacks in the same field.

2025. July 31.

The Micron 9650: The World's First Commercial PCIe 6.0 SSD

In the age of artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, data speed has become critically important. In this rapidly accelerating digital world, Micron has announced a technological breakthrough that redefines our concept of data center storage. Enter the Micron 9650, the world’s first SSD equipped with a PCIe 6.0 interface—not just another product on the market, but a herald of a new era in server-side storage, offering unprecedented speed and efficiency.

2025. July 28.

What is WhoFi?

Wireless internet, or WiFi, is now a ubiquitous and indispensable part of our lives. We use it to connect our devices to the internet, communicate, and exchange information. But imagine if this same technology, which invisibly weaves through our homes and cities, could also identify and track us without cameras—even through walls. This is not a distant science fiction scenario, but the reality of a newly developed technology called WhoFi, which harnesses a previously untapped property of WiFi signals. To complicate matters, the term “WhoFi” also refers to an entirely different service with community-focused goals, so it's important to clarify which meaning is being discussed.

2025. July 28.

The Power of Zen 5 in Professional and High-End Desktops

With the Threadripper 9000 series, introduced in July 2025, AMD has once again proven that the boundaries of performance must be constantly pushed—in a fierce competition where Intel is no longer its only rival. This new processor family is not just a simple update; it introduces a fundamentally reimagined platform for professional workstations and uncompromising high-end desktop (HEDT) systems. Built on the Zen 5 architecture, these chips offer more cores, advanced memory support, and unprecedented I/O bandwidth, opening new horizons for content creators, engineers, and data scientists.

2025. July 28.

China’s Own GPU Industry Is Slowly Awakening

“7G” is an abbreviation that sounds almost identical to the word for “miracle” in Chinese. Whether this is a lucky piece of marketing or a true technological prophecy remains to be seen. What Lisuan Technology is presenting with the 7G106—internally codenamed G100—is nothing less than the first serious attempt to step out of Nvidia and AMD’s shadow. No licensing agreements, no crutches based on Western intellectual property—this is a GPU built from scratch, manufactured using 6 nm DUV technology in a country that is only beginning to break free from the spell of Western technology exports.

2025. July 24.

Is it worth switching to Amazon's new Kindle Colorsoft Kids model for children?

Black-and-white displays have long defined the e-reading experience, but Amazon's new color models open up new possibilities—especially for younger readers. Still, is a color display truly necessary in an e-reader? And is the new technology worth the price?

2025. July 22.

Is the Realme C65 5G Worth Buying?

The market of budget smartphones is full of trade-offs. Manufacturers aim to highlight key specs—large battery, high megapixel camera, fast charging, and sleek design—while the actual user experience often suffers in the details. The Realme C65 5G fits squarely into this category. On paper, it's a compelling device: 5G connectivity, a 5000 mAh battery, 90Hz display, 50 MP camera, and Android 14-based software. But does it live up to the promise in real-world use?

2025. July 21.

Double Game Around Chips

One of the most crucial areas of global development in artificial intelligence is the manufacturing and export of high-tech chips. In recent years, the intensifying competition between the United States and China has become increasingly significant, not only from a technological standpoint but also geopolitically. Recently, the U.S. government partially eased its previous restrictions on the export of NVIDIA’s H20 AI chips to China. While at first glance this may appear to be a loosening of the technological blockade, the reality is considerably more nuanced.

2025. July 18.

Realme 12 5G Premium Looks, Mixed Performance – What Do Testers and Buyers Say?

The Realme 12 5G stands out in the mid-range phone market with its distinctive design, high-performance camera, and fast charging capabilities. But how does it perform in everyday use? In this article, we compare expert reviews with real user feedback to give a comprehensive picture of what this device can truly deliver.

2025. July 17.

Testers love the Poco F7 – but what do real users think?

Finding a true gem among mid-range smartphones is becoming increasingly rare – but every now and then, a model emerges that turns heads. The Poco F7 is one such device. With its surprisingly powerful hardware, striking design, and long-lasting battery, it promises a lot. We took a closer look at what the experts have to say – and how real users feel after putting it to the test.

2025. July 16.

Could Spain Become Europe's New Chip Hub?

In recent years, the small but essential microchips that form the foundation of almost all modern technological devices have increasingly come into focus. Supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and the race toward digitalization have prompted the European Union to seek greater autonomy in this strategic sector. Spain is aiming to play an ambitious role in this endeavor: not only does it want to participate in the growing European chip industry—it wants to lead it. But how realistic is this ambition? Or does the reality suggest that Spain’s role will remain limited?

2025. July 16.

Samsung Galaxy A36 – Promise or Disappointment in the Mid-Range?

Samsung’s Galaxy A series has long catered to those seeking a modern-looking, reliable smartphone at a more accessible price point. The new Galaxy A36 fits this mold as well — but both professional reviews and user feedback paint a mixed picture. In this article, we compare the verdicts of tech experts with real-world user experiences to offer a clearer view of what this phone truly delivers.

2025. July 15.

Realme C55 – Budget-Friendly Brilliance or Compromised Performance?

The Realme C55 is one of the brand’s entry-level mid-range smartphones, aiming to outshine its competitors with an eye-catching design and an appealing feature set — all at a relatively low price. But how well does it hold up in everyday use? What do expert reviewers say, and how does it perform in the hands of real users?