Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Secretly Supports VRR
In a surprising twist, YouTuber Spawn Wave demonstrated that the Nintendo Switch 2 dock supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) when tested with a Steam Deck, despite Nintendo’s previous denials.
This feature could significantly reduce screen tearing for smoother gameplay.
Technical Insight: While compatibility was confirmed, Nintendo hasn’t officially acknowledged VRR support. This suggests either undisclosed capabilities or planned future activation.
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Intel’s 18A Process Hits 55% Yield Milestone
Intel announced its 18A fabrication process has achieved a 55% yield rate, with mass production expected by late 2025. The upcoming Panther Lake mobile processors will be the first chips using this advanced node.
This positions Intel closer to TSMC’s 2nm technology, potentially leading to more efficient laptops. However, TSMC maintains a yield advantage in current comparisons.
PS6 Rumors: 8K Gaming with AI Enhancements
Unverified reports claim Sony’s PlayStation 6 will target 8K/60fps with ray tracing and emphasize AI-powered features like dynamic NPC behavior. The console is rumoured to be twice as powerful as the PS5.
While ambitious, these specs would require significant architectural advancements. Official confirmation is needed before drawing conclusions.
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Retro Gaming Trend: Faux-CRT Monitors Surge
Modern LCD monitors mimicking CRT aesthetics (complete with scanlines and curvature) are gaining popularity among retro gaming communities.
These niche products command premium pricing but solve the space and maintenance challenges of authentic CRTs for retro enthusiasts.
Grok 4 Stumbles in Step Game Benchmark
Early testing reveals the Grok 4 underperforms in the Step Game benchmark at 1440p, showing rendering inconsistencies and frame stability issues.
While driver optimizations may improve performance, current results suggest NVIDIA and AMD alternatives might be safer choices for now.
