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The stars are aligning for a perfect PC handheld — but one thing’s missing

The world of handheld gaming PCs is currently dominated by AMD with its semi-custom designs such as the new Ryzen Z2 range, while Intel is slowly making its way into this area with devices like the MSI Claw 8 AI+.
However, Nvidia is absent from the conversation even though they have features and hardware that fit the ethos of handhelds perfectly, with special features like DLSS.
FSR and XeSS are solid alternatives to DLSS, but DLSS’ AI-assisted upscaling and frame generation still take the cake when it comes to overall quality and performance.
DLSS would help improve performance on handhelds with limited access to computing power, and it could also improve battery life.
Despite being the center of much criticism, Nvidia still maintains a market share above 80% for desktop graphics cards and make a good product.
SteamOS has matured to the point that it’s almost seamless to use, Bazzite is trying to close the gap, and DLSS has some very practical applications in handheld gaming PCs.
However, Nvidia's closed-source driver for Linux has been a big roadblock for launching Nvidia handhelds packing SteamOS.
Valve has a dedicated team of engineers working with Nvidia to improve driver support, but they warn the experience with SteamOS and Nvidia hardware wouldn’t be great.
Nvidia’s Linux support is still not where it should be compared to AMD and Intel, so it hasn’t built hardware for a Linux-based gaming handheld.
Opportunities for SteamOS or even forks such as Bazite to provide console-like gaming experiences to any PC hinges on proper Linux support from Nvidia.

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Quick! This HP Envy with a touchscreen is $550 off for a limited time

Best Buy is offering a clearance deal on the HP Envy 16-inch laptop with a touchscreen.
The laptop normally costs $1,500, but is currently priced at $950, saving you $550.
The HP Envy 16-inch touchscreen laptop is praised for its solid performance and gaming capability.
It features an Intel Core i7 CPU, 16GB of memory, 1TB SSD storage, and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics.

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These 3 monitors trends dominated CES — and surprised everyone

OLED monitors that were once only used for PC gaming are becoming affordable for creators too, with Dell offering a 32 inch QD-OLED panel for just $800 and Samsung's Smart Monitor M9 offering App-like features plus OLED display.
LG and Acer have launched 5K monitors (5,120 x 2,160), one impressively featuring 800R of curvature. A 32-inch 5K monitor, the Acer Predator XB323QX, is good enough to rival the OLEDs.
Asus has launched the 6K monitor ProArt 6K PA32QCV, offering 218 pixels per inch, though it is primarily a professional monitor.
Samsung and LG both showcased 37-inch monitors that are not ultra-wide, suggesting that standard monitor sizes are set to expand beyond the current 32 inches.
The focus on size, quality and clarity in monitors is something which is increasingly important due to the rise of remote work which has made home-office set-ups crucial
The use of the OLED 5K monitors aim to meet the needs of high-resolution gaming and crisp visual displays, while panel size is significant for making the best monitor choices.
Better and larger monitors are now available for creators and businesses alike to boost remote working, therefore it is good to keep an eye on trends in the monitor space as much as CPUs or laptops.
More models launched in the future will result in more professionally-made HDR content out in the world, treated to a high visual standard that matches high-quality sound.
Large and clear monitors have become increasingly popular due to the remote work shift which has made home-office set-ups necessary.
The general trend at CES 2025 on the design of monitors emphasises the importance of picture quality that focuses on resolution, refresh rates, sound, panel size, contrast ratio, and HDR technology.

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This Chromebook is ideal for school, and it’s just $160

Target is currently offering a Gateway 14-inch full HD Chromebook for $160, down from its original price of $250.
The Gateway Chromebook is a budget-friendly option suitable for basic tasks like typing, browsing, and simple tasks.
It features an Intel Celeron processor, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of eMMC storage.
The Chromebook has a battery life of up to 10.5 hours and a 14-inch full HD display.

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AMD exec drops hints on RX 9070 pricing and some PC gamers are panicking – but this sounds like good news to me

AMD has given us some clues as to the price points RDNA 4 graphics cards will land at, albeit some very vague hints.
Frank Azor, AMD’s head of consumer and gaming marketing, has revealed that RX 9070 will be a ‘very competitive product’.
The marketing chief confirmed that everything remains on track.
The price of the RX 9070 variants has been hotly debated among the gaming community.
The GPU is expected to be mid-ranged and predominantly built on the performance offered by RDNA 4.
AMD’s chosen name change for RX 9070, versus the RTX 5070 shows the pricing will have to make sense in terms of that showdown.
If AMD announces RDNA 4 pre-orders on January 23, then RX 9070 series will be on sale at the end of January.
The cost will be viewed through the lens of the card’s performance.
AMD remains focused on delivering value for money.
When AMD announces RDNA 4, it will introduce a powerful graphics card – not a $300 card, but also not a $1,000 card.

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Lenovo Legion Go S vs. Steam Deck OLED: here’s what we know so far

Lenovo's Legion Go S is a new handheld gaming device, which is gunning for Steam Deck's position through its upgraded display, processor, and affordable price tag. The entry-level model of the Legion Go S starts at $500, which undercuts the Steam Deck OLED by $50. Additionally, the device is expected to be faster than Steam Deck due to its newer CPU and GPU and increased memory capacity. Although the new Legion Go screen is bigger and brighter than the Steam Deck's, its display is an LCD and doesn't have the rich depth of contrast and colour of the OLED panel of Steam Deck.
The device's CPU and GPU specifications are quite dramatic, with Z1, the high-end configuration of Legion Go S, with 8 Zen 4 cores/16 threads looking overpowered compared to the Steam Deck. The last wrinkle to consider is that reportedly, there is no Z2-based Steam Deck 2 currently in the works. The Legion Go S will come with a choice between Windows or SteamOS. The new Legion Go S is significantly more comfortable in hand as compared to the original Legion Go, however, it still not as comfortable as the Steam Deck.
The Legion Go S has a thinner profile and sleak design, and its miniature touchpad is perfectly usable. As per the experts, the added clarity, responsiveness and higher frame rate of the Legion Go S could give it a slight advantage in competitive games, but there won't be a lot in it when you factor in OLED's faster pixel response time. The new Legion Go S is likely to be pick due to its newer specs, options, and competitive price, however, Steam Deck's price problem could make it relevant in the fight for handheld gaming's crown.

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Move Over, Chatbots: Agentic AI is Here to Run Retail

Tech companies like Google Cloud, Salesforce, Zebra Technologies, and Talkdesk are introducing agentic AI solutions for retail.
Google Cloud unveils Agentspace platform for personalized shopping experiences, improved inventory management, and enhanced product recommendations.
Salesforce launches Agentforce for retail and Retail Cloud with Modern POS to automate order management and create loyalty promotions.
Other companies like Amazon and ServiceNow are also developing AI agents to enhance customer experiences and automate retail operations.

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AMD calls Intel’s Arrow Lake ‘horrible’

AMD executive, Frank Azor, called Intel's Arrow Lake CPUs 'horrible'.
AMD blames Intel for the shortage of its X3D processors, as people turned to AMD due to Intel's unimpressive product.
AMD admits it underestimated the demand for its CPUs and didn't expect Intel's competition to be weak.
AMD is facing supply constraints for its Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs and is working to increase manufacturing capacity to address shortages.

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[Solved] Resource limit exceeded

While deploying an OpenSearch domain with logging via CDK, I hit a “Resource limit exceeded” error due to more than 10 resource access policies for CloudWatch log groups.
To fix this, I created CloudWatch log groups in CDK and passed their ARNs to a Lambda function.
In the Lambda, I used the AWS SDK’s putResourcePolicy to update the existing policy with OpenSearch as the principal and attached the log group ARNs.
I also set suppressLogsResourcePolicy: true in OpenSearch to stop CDK from creating resource policies automatically.
This bypassed the limit and gave me full control over the policies.
Initially, I created both the log groups and the Lambda function within the same construct, while OpenSearch was placed in a different construct that received the log groups as props.
This setup caused issues because the log groups were being referenced by the correct log group name in the same construct and a different one outside of the construct in the opensearch construct, which led to the Lambda failing to update the policy correctly.
While this solution worked for me, I’m still relatively new to CDK, so there might be better approaches out there.
If you have a more elegant solution or if I’ve made any mistakes in my understanding, I’d truly appreciate hearing your thoughts!
The GitHub issues I referenced were incredibly helpful in providing context and guiding me toward a solution.

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Unlock the Power of Azure AI Foundry: Mastering AI Innovation

Azure AI Foundry is a framework that accelerates AI adoption empowering organizations to harness artificial intelligence’s full potential.
Azure AI Foundry is a complete ecosystem that leverages Azure AI Services to build, deploy, and manage sophisticated AI solutions.
Azure Machine Learning, Azure OpenAI Service, Azure Cognitive Services, and Azure Bot Services are the key services powering the Azure AI Foundry.
Azure AI Foundry is designed to scale, innovate and follow ethical guidelines to support enterprise-grade solutions.
Azure AI Foundry offers tools for data handling, model development, deployment, and monitoring & optimization.
Azure AI Foundry stands out due to its innovation, scalability, and ethical practices, making it a catalyst for AI-driven transformation.
Azure AI Foundry is suitable for healthcare, retail, finance and education industries offering various AI solutions.
You can access Azure AI Foundry through Azure portal and choose from available services that suit your project needs.
If you are new, you can create a dedicated resource group to streamline management.
You can explore Azure AI Services through free trials, comprehensive documentation, and tutorials, join the Azure AI community for support and collaboration, and participate in AI accelerator programs and workshops.

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20 years on, the Mac mini is in the best shape of its life

The Mac mini, released 20 years ago, has gone from strength to strength and is now one of the best desktop computers available.
The original mission of the Mac mini was to be a stripped-down, more affordable Mac, and it has managed to maintain its value for money despite 20 years of inflation.
The latest version of the Mac mini, with M4 series chips, packs in an impressively large amount of power into an unbelievably small form factor.
The Mac mini disproves the commonly-held belief that all Apple tech is overpriced, as it is not only the most affordable Mac available, but offers unbeatable value for money.
The Mac mini is perfect for anyone who doesn't need to work on the go and anyone who primarily works at a desk, making it an excellent option for most people right now.
The Mac mini has always been a strong contender, with successive models getting smaller while becoming more powerful, and the newest version with Apple silicon has given it a new lease on life.
This mini machine is in the best shape of its life and is an affordable option for those who need a powerful computer for all their needs.
The Mac mini is the perfect choice for those who want a desktop with excellent performance in a tiny form factor, and in the next 20 years, it will remain a favorite.

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I’m a big PC gamer – these were the 3 best gaming handhelds announced at CES 2025

CES 2025 saw reveals of excellent handheld gaming PCs, including the MSI Claw 8 AI+, Lenovo Legion Go S and Acer Nitro Blaze 8.
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ launches with an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processer and 140V GPU, providing stronger battery life and excellent graphical performance.
The Lenovo Legion Go S is a mid-generation upgrade of the previous Lenovo Legion Go, now using a less overwhelming display resolution of 1920x1200 120Hz VRR.
The Legion Go S has a choice of SteamOS or Windows 11, and comes with either the Ryzen Z2 Go or Z1 Extreme chip model.
Acer's Nitro Blaze 11 was deemed too expensive and large, so the Nitro Blaze 8 launched instead and may lose out to competitors MSI Claw 8 AI+ and the Legion Go S.
The Nitro Blaze 8 comes with an 8.8-inch display, 16GB of RAM and utilizes AMD's Ryzen 7 8840HS processor which has the same Radeon 780M iGPU as the Ryzen Z1 Extreme and the Legion Go S.
All three handheld gaming PCs are set to release in 2025, with the MSI Claw 8 AI+ available for pre-order in the US for $899.99.
The Lenovo Legion Go S is also available for pre-order now, with the Windows 11 Z2 Go models (16GB or 32GB) starting at $729.99 and shipping this month.
The Acer Nitro Blaze 8 will be available in Q2 this year starting at $899.
2025 looks set to be a fantastic year for handheld gaming PC enthusiasts.

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Fed up with Copilot in Windows 11? Microsoft pushing a new keyboard shortcut for the AI isn’t likely to help, and it could mess with your desktop mojo

Microsoft is nudging folks to use a new keyboard shortcut for Copilot.
The nudge reportedly arrives via a pop-up after updating the Copilot app.
The problem is the key combo used could interfere with the existing workflows of some Windows 11 users.
Alt + Space is the new keyboard shortcut to summon the Copilot app, but it may clash with other apps or features that use the same shortcut.

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AMD says that FSR 4 might not be an RDNA 4 exclusive after all

AMD's FSR 4, currently an RDNA 4 exclusive, might be available for older AMD GPUs in the future.
AMD's chief architect of gaming solutions, Frank Azor, mentioned in an interview that they are focused on a value-oriented product for the upcoming GPUs.
FSR 4, AMD's upscaling tech, may be optimized to work on RDNA 3 architecture in addition to RDNA 4.
AMD's upcoming GPUs are expected to be priced between $300 and $1,000, aiming for a balance of power and price similar to successful launches in the past.

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ChatGPT is getting powerful new custom personalities – and they could change how you use the AI chatbot

OpenAI is planning to introduce new customization options to the 'Customize ChatGPT' section of the chatbot.
Users have reported seeing leaked screenshots of the new features, including personality traits like 'Chatty' and 'Skeptical'.
Currently, the availability of these new features is unclear, as some users have reported that they have disappeared.
ChatGPT already allows users to customize its responses by providing custom instructions.

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