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2026-08-25
www.streetinsider.com
2026-08-25
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www.globenewswire.com
2026-08-25
2026-08-22
tomshardware.com
2026-08-22
A gamer discovered factory protective film on the VRM thermal pads of their Gigabyte RTX 3070 Gaming OC graphics card after five years of use, leading to overheating and system instability. Despite multiple troubleshooting attempts, including BIOS and driver updates, the issue persisted. Upon disass
2026-08-18
tomshardware.com
2026-08-18
Computer enthusiast 1usmus has released a new update for the Hydra overclocking tool, version 2.3B, which introduces VRAM overclocking and power limit controls for NVIDIA's RTX 50-series graphics cards. This update allows users to overclock GDDR7 memory up to 36 Gbps and adjust static power limits t
2026-08-18
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2026-08-18
2026-08-18
tomshardware.com
2026-08-18
In response to the current GPU memory shortage and soaring prices, enthusiasts have begun hacking Nvidia's older Cryptocurrency Mining Processor (CMP) series, specifically the CMP 170HX, to unlock previously locked VRAM. Originally released five years ago, these cards were designed for mining and ha
2026-08-17
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2026-08-17
In the midst of a global memory shortage, a Japanese repair shop has introduced a GDDR6 VRAM upgrade service for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti cards, increasing memory from 11GB to 22GB at a rate of approximately $25 per GB. This move highlights the current high prices and supply constraints in the mem
2026-08-07
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2026-08-07
2026-08-07
tomshardware.com
2026-08-07
With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, demand for computational resources continues to rise, reviving interest in older yet still capable GPUs. Recently, sellers on eBay have begun offering pre-modified RTX 2080 Ti cards with 22GB of VRAM for just $499. This upgrade significantly enhances
2026-08-01
www.tweaktown.com
2026-08-01
2026-07-29
tomshardware.com
2026-07-29
A company named GPU Solutions has introduced a service to upgrade the VRAM on NVIDIA's RTX 2080 Ti from 11GB to 22GB, complete with a stable BIOS. While such modifications are common in underground markets, this is one of the few publicly available services. The upgrade involves replacing existing 1
2026-07-28
tomshardware.com
2026-07-28
This article delves into the thermal testing of Voltage Regulation Modules (VRMs) in motherboards, analyzing their impact on CPU performance and system stability. VRMs, which convert power supply voltage to stable levels required by processors, are critical for system efficiency and reliability. The
2026-07-28
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2026-07-28
2026-07-28
tomshardware.com
2026-07-28
Recent leaked specifications for AMD's upcoming Radeon RX 9050 have sparked significant industry interest. Expected to launch in 2026, the card is based on the Navi 44 GPU core and will be available in both 4GB and 8GB variants. Notably, the 4GB version reintroduces a configuration last seen in 2022
2026-07-26
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2026-07-26
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2026-07-03
www.phoronix.com
2026-07-03
NVIDIA is upstreaming the Device Tree for the baseboard management controller (BMC) of its VR-NVL server platform into the Linux kernel to support OpenBMC, a move that underscores the company's ongoing commitment to open-source compatibility. The VR-NVL platform, designed for the Vera Rubin NVL72 ra
2026-06-24
2026-06-22
roadtovr.com
2026-06-22
EssilorLuxottica and Applied Materials have entered a long-term joint development agreement aimed at accelerating the commercialization of next-generation optical systems for AR and AI-powered smart glasses. This strategic collaboration builds on EssilorLuxottica's existing partnership with Meta, wh
2026-06-22
www.foreignpolicyjournal.com
2026-06-22
NVIDIA has committed $2 billion to Nebius Group, signaling a deep strategic alignment in the AI computing sector. This investment supports Nebius’s expansion of AI data center infrastructure globally, leveraging NVIDIA’s hardware and software. The move underscores the growing demand for high-perform