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MSI’s Claw 8 EX AI Plus handheld uses Intel Arc G3 Extreme Chip

COMPUTEX 2026 just gave us our first official look at MSI’s next gaming handheld, the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ . So what makes this device different? The main attraction is a new chip from Intel called the Arc G3 Extreme. According to MSI, this processor is faster than the AMD Z2 Extreme chips found in many current handhelds. The only portable gaming machines that beat it use AMD’s top-end AI Max+ 395 chip, but those usually cost more. The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ runs Windows 11 and works right away with Microsoft’s new Xbox Mode, a feature previously known as Xbox FSE. MSI also says the handheld has better power efficiency and stronger haptic feedback than its older model. One of the smarter upgrades is inside the storage slot. The new Claw accepts full-sized M.2 2280 NVMe Gen 4 drives. That’s the most common size and most reasonanbly priced. The older model used a smaller, more expensive M.2 2230 drive. So this change should make upgrading your storage much cheaper and easier...
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HUAWEI nova 16 Pro: 200MP camera, Kirin 9010S CPU, 7,000mAh battery

The HUAWEI nova 16 Pro is now official in China. Launched alongside the nova 16 and nova 16 Ultra, the HUAWEI nova 16 Pro features a similar 7,000mAh battery, paired with 100W fast wired charging. Sadly, no wireless charging. It is powered by a Kirin 9010S processor, a 6.84-inch LTPO OLED display, stereo speakers, and an IP65 dust and water resistance. It ships with HarmonyOS 6.0. Of course, it boasts over-the-top camera features. There’s the 200-megapixel main shooter with optical image stabilization, joined by a 50-megapixel periscope lens, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide, and another 50-megapixel sensor for the ultra-wide selfie camera. The HUAWEI nova 16 Pro is available in China in 12GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB, and 12GB/1TB variants with a starting price of CNY3,899 (~Php35,500). HUAWEI nova 16 Pro Specs HarmonyOS 6.0 Dual SIM, Dual Standby 6.84-inch 2.8K LTPO OLED display, 2856 x 1320 pixel resolution, ~460ppi 120Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM...

HUAWEI nova 16: Kirin 9010S CPU, 7,000mAh battery, 120Hz OLED, 100W charging

HUAWEI has unveiled the nova 16 series. This is the vanilla HUAWEI nova 16. The HUAWEI nova 16 is powered by a Kirin 9010S processor, with 12GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of storage. It runs on HarmonyOS 6.1 software. It boasts a big 7,000mAh battery, paired with 100W wired and 5W reverse wired charging. A fancy 6.68-inch FHD+ OLED screen on the front, with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is paired with stereo speakers. Of course, cameras are a big deal here. There’s the 50-megapixel main shooter, joined by a 50-megapixel 3.7x optical zoom, and a 50-megapixel for selfies. The HUAWEI nova 16 is now in China. It’s available in 12GB/256GB and 12GB/512GB configurations for a starting price of CNY2,999 (~Php27,200). HUAWEI nova 16 Specs HarmonyOS 6.1 Dual SIM, Dual Standby 6.68-inch FHD+ OLED display, 2800 x 1280 pixel resolution, ~461ppi 120Hz refresh rate 2160Hz PWM dimming, HDR Vivid Kirin 9010S octa-core processor 12GB RAM ...

NVIDIA’s RTX Spark brings 20 cores, 128GB RAM, and 1 petaflop of AI performance to laptops

At COMPUTEX 2026, NVIDIA officially introduced its latest major consumer computer chip, the RTX Spark . The RTX Spark is not just a standard processor. It is a superchip that combines two parts. First, an NVIDIA Grace CPU with up to 20 cores. Second, an NVIDIA Blackwell GPU with 6,144 CUDA cores. That GPU is essentially an RTX 5070, the non Ti version. The chip comes with up to 128GB of fast LPDDR5X unified memory, which means the CPU and GPU share the same memory pool. It is built on TSMC’s 3nm manufacturing process. The technology is based on NVIDIA’s GB10 chip, which is used inside the company’s DGX Spark platform. That platform is a line of small, powerful desktop computers aimed at businesses and runs a custom version of Ubuntu Linux. Speaking at the event, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said the main goal is not just gaming or video editing, though the chip works well for both. Instead, he focused on running AI agents directly on a local computer. AI agents are the next...

ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X20: 7.4″ OLED, AMD Z2 Extreme, ROG Xreal R1 glasses bundle

ASUS has introduced the new ROG Xbox Ally X20, which comes bundled with AR glasses. The new ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X20 is bundled with an ROG Xreal R1 Edition 20 glasses. This will give users an enormous 171-inch virtual display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 57-degree field-of-view. It uses micro-OLED displays with 1920 x 1080 resolution, a high 240Hz refresh rate, and 0.01ms response time. This pair of AR glasses also has an electrochromic lens with three levels of dimming. It then connects to the handheld consoles via a single USB-C cable. You can also connect it to other devices via the ROG Control Dock, which adds two HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports. Going to the Ally X20, we have a bigger 7.4-inch OLED display with a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. It has a variable refresh rate that can go from 30Hz to 120Hz. It also has 1,400-nit peak brightness, VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 1000, and Dolby Vision. Powering the device is an AMD Z2 Extreme processor, with 8 c...

OPPO A6c lands in the Philippines

The entry-level OPPO A6 series continues to grow in the Philippines as the company launches the new OPPO A6c. A highlight feature of the OPPO A6c is its big 7,000mAh battery that lasts up to 3 days of normal use, 26.8 hours of online video gaming, and a durability that lasts up to 6 years. It has reverse wired charging support, with the device itself supporting 15W chargers. It also has a “flagship stylish design” inspired by the camera plateau of the iPhone 17 Pro series. It comes in Stone Brown, Feather White, and Feather Purple colorways. The device is also IP64 dust and water-resistant and has a Splash Touch feature that lets you operate the screen even with wet hands. Under the hood, it is powered by a UNISOC T7250 octa-core processor, with 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. OPPO boasts that the device can stay responsive even after 48 months. You also get a 6.75-inch HD+ IPS display on the front with a 120Hz refresh rate. A 5-mega...

Globe partners with Grab for quicker GFiber Prepaid installation

Globe has just made setting up home internet as easy as ordering dinner. The company announced a new partnership with GrabMart to offer its GFiber Prepaid service through the app, letting customers order and get connected in as fast as two hours. The service, which Globe calls an “order and install” WiFi on demand model, is first rolling out in Pasig City. From there, Globe plans to expand to selected areas in Metro Manila, as well as major cities in the Visayas and Mindanao. The Php699 GFiber Prepaid package on Grab includes free installation and 7 days of unlimited internet with speeds of up to 300Mbps. The connection can support up to 15 devices at the same time. No documents are required to sign up, and the service is reloadable, meaning users can add more data when they need it. The GFiber Prepaid service is aimed at a wide range of users, including work from home professionals, renters, gamers, streamers, and young households. Instead of waiting days or weeks for a...