Gigabyte today announced the launch of AI TOP AERO, a new AI desktop powered by the NVIDIA RTX Spark platform. Positioned as a Personal AI Studio, AI TOP AERO combines an NVIDIA Blackwell architecture GPU, up to 128 GB of unified system memory, and Gigabyte's cooling and compact chassis design. The new desktop expands Gigabyte's AI PC lineup, bringing local AI development, content creation and gaming to personal workspaces.

NVIDIA RTX Spark unites NVIDIA AI, RTX graphics, and unified memory in one slim, powerful Windows PC. Designed to run larger AI models locally--without cloud dependency--and move between creative work, development, and immersive gaming without missing a beat. Connect apps, tools, and workflows into one seamless experience. Private by default. RTX Spark brings NVIDIA's full-stack AI platform, ready for the AI workloads of today and whatever comes next. Delivered on the familiar, trusted Windows platform.

Satechi has introduced the ExtendView USB4 Dual HDMI Multiport Adapter. This is a compact, seven-port hub that connects two 4K displays at 60 Hz through a USB4 cable. The adapter works with Mac and Windows laptops without additional drivers or DisplayLink software. Besides the two HDMI 2.0 outputs, the adapter features two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 and two USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, all supporting up to 10 Gbps of data transfer speeds. The dedicated USB-C power delivery port accepts up to 140 W from an external charger and delivers up to 125 W to the connected laptop. The USB-C data ports do not support video output, while the power delivery port is limited to charging.

The adapter connects to the host through an integrated 20.1 cm long braided USB4 cable with a bandwidth of up to 40 Gbps. It also features a built-in cable storage slot and an LED power indicator. The aluminium enclosure has an anodized Space Black finish and measures 140 x 59 x 20 mm, with a weight of 168.5 g.

ASUS today announced that the ASUS ZenWiFi BN12, the world's first WiFi 8 mesh router, originally unveiled at Computex, is now shipping. It combines ultra-high reliability with intelligent mesh coordination to deliver stable, efficient, and seamless connectivity throughout the modern smart home. The ZenWiFi BN12 is a tri-band model delivering speeds of up to 19 Gbps, featuring advanced WiFi 8 technologies including new Modulation and Coding Scheme (MCS) rates, Unequal Modulation (UEQM), Non-Primary Channel Access (NPCA), and Multi-Access Point Coordination.

Modern homes rely on an increasing number of connected devices across multiple rooms and floors, making consistent coverage and reliable connectivity more important than peak speed alone. The ZenWiFi BN12 combines WiFi 8 technology with Smart AiMesh, intelligent traffic optimization, and enhanced network visibility to provide stable connections across the home, even in demanding multi-device environments. Ultra-high-reliability WiFi 8 offers improved mid-to-long-range throughput, wider IoT coverage, and more consistent whole-home connectivity.

Colorful has just released its latest overclocking motherboard, the X870E Ultra-S V14, a new E-ATX unit with 16+2+1 power phases, five M.2 slots, and plenty of high-speed I/O. The new motherboard, as shared by IT Home, is priced at 1,899 CNY, which comes out to around $284 at the time of writing, although it only seems to be available in China for the time being. The iGame X870E Ultra-S V14 is explicitly marketed to overclockers on AMD's AM5 platform, bearing XMP/EXPO memory overclocking and asynchronous BCLK CPU overclocking, a digital debug display, EZ Debug diagnosis, and easily accessible rear I/O buttons for both clear CMOS and BIOS updates.

The motherboard also features Wi-Fi 7 and 5 GbE networking built-in, alongside expansive rear I/O that includes: 4× USB Type-A 5 Gbps, 3× USB Type-A 10 Gbps, 2× USB Type-A 2.0, 2× USB4 40 Gbps, and both 3.5 mm line in/out ports and SPDIF out for audio. Colorful claims that its 16+2+1 VRMs are capable of 80 A, and the VRMs are covered by beefy aluminium heat sinks. It also has five M.2 slots for expanded storage, each with its own heat sink. The Colorful iGame X870E Ultra-S V14 is available on JD.com at the time of writing.

The ever-growing list of mini PCs powered by AMD's Gorgon Halo APUs has just received its latest addition in the TOPC TXA2, a new workstation built around AMD's Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 APU and its powerful Radeon 8065S iGPU. The TOPC TXA2 is available in two configurations, with either 2 TB of storage for $6,399 or 4 TB of storage for $6,699 on TOPC's online store—even though the price is high, it's still a solid $900 cheaper than AMD's in-house Ryzen AI Halo Developer platform.

The TXA2 also packs 192 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 unified memory, with up to 160 GB shared with the iGPU for workstation use. Despite the 180 ×180 × 78 mm, or ~2.5 L chassis, TOPC claims that the TXA2 is capable of a 120 W TDP. It's also no slouch in the I/O department, with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless networking and connectivity, and it has a healthy port selection, to boot.

JGINYUE has put AMD's B650 chipset on a PCIe add-in card called the Xscale.io, and it costs just 388 yuan in China, VideoCardz reports. That works out to roughly $58, although some conversions put it closer to $54. The card uses the "Promontory 21" chip to add four M.2 slots, a 2.5 GbE port, two 10 Gbps USB Type-A ports, and one 10 Gbps USB Type-C port to any system with a spare PCIe slot. There are also two internal USB 2.0 headers. The four M.2 slots are not equal, however. The two on the front are PCIe 4.0 x4, while the two on the back are limited to PCIe 3.0 x2 and PCIe 3.0 x1, so the rear slots are probably best left for slower bulk storage.

The card takes a 6-pin PCIe power connector, and it has a 4-pin fan header for an optional 40 mm fan. Apparently, that header runs at a fixed speed, and the fan is not included. This isn't the first card of its kind, since Lekuo launched a B650 add-in card in August with four M.2 slots and four SATA ports, and WisdPi sells a $199 option with OCuLink. JGINYUE's version undercuts both by a wide margin. The company reportedly plans variants with 20 Gbps USB Type-C, 10 GbE, and a half-height design, though there's no word on availability outside China.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 quad-band WiFi 8 gaming router is now shipping, delivering ultra-high reliability and next-generation performance for demanding network environments. In today's multi-device environments driven by gaming, streaming, and smart home usage, users need more than peak speed. They need stable, predictable, and efficient connectivity. The GT-BN98 delivers this through WiFi 8 technology, intelligent bandwidth optimization, and enhanced network visibility, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy loads.

WiFi 8 Ultra-High Reliability
The ROG Rapture GT-BN98 delivers up to 25,000 Mbps of bandwidth and features advanced technologies such as new MCS rates, UEQM, and NPCA for improved throughput and coverage. Unlike previous WiFi generations focused on peak speed, WiFi 8 prioritizes ultra-high reliability by improving performance consistency across varying signal conditions. It reduces sudden speed drops and enhances stability in real-world environments, especially in multi-device and long-range scenarios. Users experience smoother and more stable connections across the entire home, with less performance fluctuation over distance. Whether gaming, streaming, or using IoT devices, connections remain consistent and reliable.

Gigabyte, a global leader in computer hardware, today announced the Gigabyte AI TOP 100 B850, a high-performance desktop engineered to bring workstation-class AI compute directly to the deskside. Designed to reduce cloud dependence and lower the barriers to local deployment, the system enables businesses, developers, and researchers to run advanced AI workloads locally, giving them greater control over sensitive data and AI infrastructure while reducing reliance on cloud and token-based services.

Built for Next-Generation AI Development
At the heart of the Gigabyte AI TOP 100 B850 is the 16-core, 32-thread AMD Ryzen 9 9950X processor, delivering the performance required for modern AI workloads ranging from local LLM fine-tuning and generative AI to deep learning research and agentic AI. The system comes equipped with 128 GB of DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD, providing ample capacity and high-speed access for large datasets, local model storage, and complex development environments.

MaxLinear, Inc., a leading provider of communications semiconductors for broadband, connectivity, and infrastructure applications, today announced Puma 9, a next-generation DOCSIS platform designed to help broadband operators accelerate the rollout of D4.0/D3.1+ multi-gigabit services, power Edge AI, personal AI and Wi-Fi 8 connectivity while also helping operators to reduce their cost and complexity of transitioning to DOCSIS 4.0.

Puma 9 brings advanced Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) security readiness and DDR5 memory compatibility, helping operators protect their networks against future threats and avoid supply chain risk associated with legacy memory types. Built with a secure-by-design approach, Puma 9 is designed to support compliance with leading cybersecurity frameworks and regulations, including NIST IR 8425A (U.S.), Radio Equipment Directive (RED), and the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) (EU).

QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading innovator in storage, networking, and computing solutions, today announced the TS-h966TX, a compact and reliable 9-bay hybrid Thunderbolt 4 10GbE NAS designed to accelerate modern content creation workflows. Featuring a unique 5+4 hybrid drive design, the 9-bay TS-h966TX combines large-capacity SATA HDD storage with high-performance U.2 NVMe SSD acceleration—helping creators and small studios achieve both cost efficiency and fast project turnaround.

Compared to QNAP's previous HDD-based 6-bay Thunderbolt 4 NAS models, the TS-h966TX is physically 36% smaller, enabling more efficient workspace deployment without compromising performance. With four dedicated U.2 NVMe SSD bays (which support installing M.2 NVMe SSDs via the QDA-UMP4A adapter), users can build ultra-fast storage pools or enable SSD cache to boost IOPS for demanding editing, VFX, and multi-user production environments.

ASUS today demonstrated its lead in the next-gen networking era with the announcement of the immediate Canadian retail availability of the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 series, which includes the world's only quad-band Wi-Fi 8 router currently available to buy from retail stores. The ROG Rapture GT-BN98 series is scheduled for worldwide release in October, with details for the US launch to follow shortly. Also launching in October is the ASUS ZenWiFi BN12 Wi-Fi 8 router—a first-to-market dedicated Wi-Fi 8 Mesh ecosystem designed for high-capacity homes and connected households.

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BN98 series: Introducing the first-to-market Wi-Fi 8 router
Built on the Wi-Fi 8 architectural framework, the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 series brings the benefits of next-generation networking to current and future client devices. ROG engineer testing indicates that the router can deliver measurable performance gains when paired with existing Wi-Fi 7 client devices, helping users improve network performance before Wi-Fi 8 devices become widely available.

Ugreen, a leading global consumer technology company, is due to showcase the Ugreen NASync DXP6800 Ultra and DXP8800 Ultra at IFA 2026. Designed as powerful local data centers for small studios and growing businesses, the new systems extend Ugreen's NAS portfolio beyond storage and backup to support high-speed collaboration, centralized data management, and local business applications.

To meet the growing storage, computing, and collaboration needs of creative studios and expanding businesses, Ugreen developed the DXP Ultra Series as the highest-performance tier in its NASync portfolio. Bringing high-capacity storage, high-speed connectivity, centralized data management, and expandable computing power into one local platform, the series helps teams manage large media workflows, protect critical business data, and run lightweight business applications on infrastructure they control.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the ROG Flux Charger Dock, a premium all-in-one charging and connectivity hub for gamers and creators. With 260 watts of total power output, it easily turns a laptop into a full gaming setup with an external monitor, mouse, and keyboard. A built-in 1.9-inch LCD screen and control knob let users view critical information and adjust settings on the fly. The dock features extensive connectivity options, including USB-C with 140 W charging and 10 Gbps transfer speeds, as well as HDMI 2.1 to support up to 4K @ 144 Hz visuals. Aura Sync compatibility and bold ROG design elements help set it apart from other devices in its class.

Unmatched power
Engineered to deliver 260 W of continuous power, the ROG Flux Charger Dock can easily run any accessory in a gamer's arsenal. The dock can charge a laptop at up to 140 W, with capacity to spare for a gaming handheld, phone, headset, keyboard, and more. The single-cable design allows for neater setups and greater convenience.

Lekuo, an add-in card manufacturer that produces just about any add-in card you can think of, has released what they call the SouthBridge Max PCIe 4.0 Multi-Function Expansion Card or PB65MX3. We found out about this courtesy of TPU forum member FoulOnWhite who spotted this commercial version of something that first appeared back in January this year as a DIY project, but Lekuo's version brings with it a lot more features. Based on the Promontory 21/B650 AMD chipset, the expansion card not only adds four SATA 6 Gbps ports and four M.2 NVMe slots, but also a USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (20 Gbps), one USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) port and two USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) ports.

The card requires a PCIe 4.0 x4 slot to enable full functionality, but Lekuo points out that it doesn't require support for bifurcation from the system to work properly. The card measures 174 x 69 mm (D x H) and it needs to be connected to a 6-pin power connector. Lekuo doesn't specify which systems it will work with though, but a safe bet is most AMD AM5 platforms, but as we saw from the DIY solution back in January, it should also be compatible with Intel hardware.

If you've been looking at adding faster networking at home, but either don't have a spare PCIe slot in your PC or need it on a laptop, then ASUS ROG might just have launched what you've been waiting for. Its new ROG USB-C10G USB dongle brings 10 Gbps Ethernet in a fairly compact form factor of 85 x 32 x 19 mm and 38 grams, without the cable. ASUS went down what we'd call the correct route here by not having a captive cable, instead the dongle has a USB Type-C port and is supplied with a short USB-C to USB-C cable that also comes with a USB-C to USB-A adapter.

As this is most likely a Realtek RTL8159 based Ethernet dongle, it has one quirk that means it won't work with some computers, as this is a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 device. Yes, that's 20 Gbps, but as the USB protocol has quite a bit of overhead, USB 3.2 Gen 2 won't be enough for 10 Gbps Ethernet, instead you end up somewhere between 6 and 8 Gbps based on tests we've seen of other RTL8159 dongles. This means that it's not compatible with Macs, as Apple only supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB4/Thunderbolt. This also means that you will limit the throughput if you use the USB-C to USB-A dongle. ASUS hasn't provided any official pricing, but we found a listing online from a Norwegian retailer that stocks it for around US$139, including 25 percent VAT, suggesting it might retail for US$100-120 once it becomes more broadly available.

BOSGAME, a technology-based electronic product brand, today announced the upcoming launch of the E6 ECO, the newest addition to its Ecolite Series of Mini PCs. Scheduled for global release on August 15, 2026, the E6 ECO is designed to deliver reliable everyday computing, energy efficiency, and versatile connectivity in a compact form factor. Among its key highlights, the E6 ECO is one of the first Mini PCs to feature Intel's new Core 3 processor 304 based on the next-generation Wildcat Lake platform.

Built for home offices, students, families, remote workers, and small businesses, the E6 ECO combines responsive performance with low power consumption, making it well suited for productivity tasks, web browsing, media streaming, and daily computing needs. "The E6 ECO is proof that everyday computing doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Just fast, quiet, and ready for whatever the day brings," said James Cao, General Manager of BOSGAME.

GIGABYTE formally launched the X870 AORUS Infinity Socket AM5 motherboard for competitive overclockers. The board was part of GIGABYTE's G.Skill Computex Memory OC competition, and was a part of the company's 40th Anniversary showcase. Although built in the ATX form-factor, this board features a layout that's optimized for test benches, and not cases. Most of its key connectors are pointed sideways, such as its 24-pin ATX power input, while there's a conveniently organized onboard control panel with two sets of ISA 80h readouts, and SMD buttons, which include a cold reboot button. The CPU socket is rotated 90° CCW to enable the memory slots to line its top edge.

The board draws power from a combination of one 24-pin ATX, two 8-pin EPS, and an 8-pin PCIe power supplementary input that enables 65 W USB-PD on the type-C ports. The board features an 18+2+2 phase CPU VRM that uses 110 A DrMOS and high-grade tantalum capacitors. This is among the rare few high-end motherboards that use a 10-layer PCB. The CPU socket is wired to two DDR5 DIMM slots in a 1-DIMM per channel topology that's best suited for memory overclocking, particularly tightening memory timings. It is also wired to two M.2 NVMe Gen 5 x4 slots, and two PCI-Express 5.0 x16 slots (x8/x8 Gen 5 when both are populated). The AMD X870 chipset puts out a third M.2 slot, which runs at Gen 4 x4 speed.

SilverStone today released the ALTA T1, a premium HPTX super-tower case featuring an aluminium unibody chassis with anodized aluminium panels. The case is made of 4.3-8 mm thick aluminium sheet metal. It is meant for enthusiast-segment PC or workstation builds, and homelab AI inferencing builds, with support for SSI-EEB, SSI-CEB, EATX, ATX, and smaller motherboard form-factors. The case features 8 expansion slots, with room for up to four dual-slot graphics cards. A key feature is its dual PSU support, where you can install either two standard ATX PSUs, or a combination of ATX and 2U CRPS redundant PSUs.

The SilverStone ALTA T1 serves up room for graphics cards up to 55 cm in length in its massive upper compartment, and CPU coolers up to 18.8 cm in height. An expansion card support retainer reduces this to 16.5 cm. Drive bays include four 3.5-inch and five mounts for 2.5-inch (9 mm-thick) drives. The case supports up to three 420 mm radiators (140 mm x 420 mm), if you use a single PSU configuration; or at least two 420 mm radiators in dual PSU configuration. These are mounted along the top, and the two side panels.

Cable Matters, a leading innovator in connectivity solutions, today announced the launch of its new USB-C KVM Switch for 2 Computers, 1 Monitor, a powerful workspace upgrade designed for professionals who need to control two USB-C or Thunderbolt-enabled computers from a single desk setup.

Built for modern hybrid workstations, shared desks, content creators, IT professionals, and power users, the new Cable Matters USB-C KVM Switch lets users share one HDMI monitor, keyboard, mouse, USB peripherals, and charging source between two connected host computers.

UGREEN today introduced NASync DXP GT, a new Network-Attached Storage (NAS) lineup built for content creators, smart home users, and users with growing storage demands who need fast transfers, strong multitasking capabilities, and dependable private cloud performance at home.

The new lineup includes two models, the DXP4800 GT and DXP2800 GT, which are designed to meet different storage needs while sharing the same core promise of performance, speed, and reliability. The 4-bay DXP4800 GT model supports up to 144 TB of storage combined with dual 10GbE connectivity and a built-in SD card slot, while the DXP2800 GT 2-bay model supports up to 80 TB.

Asustor had several new NAS units on display at Computex 2026, ranging from new Flashstor 6 Gen 3 all-flash high-performance model to the recently launched Lockerstor V2 series. The Flashstor 6 Gen 3 (FS806X1 model) all-flash NAS is built in a rather slim format measuring 48.3 × 308.26 × 193 mm. It uses a Ryzen 5 Pro R8640U six-core processor (3.5 GHz base/4.9 GHz boost) paired with 8 GB of DDR5-5600 that can be upgraded up to 96 GB. For storage, it can accommodate up to six M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs. On the connectivity side it has a 10 GbE port, four USB 10 Gbps ports and one HDMI on the rear, and two USB4 Type-C ports on the front panel. RAID support covers Single, JBOD, 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and spare drive configurations.

The Lockerstor V2 lineup was on display with the three models, all of them equipped with Intel Celeron N5105 quad-core CPUs, dual 5 GbE ports and four M.2 NVMe slots alongside the SATA bays. The AS6706T v2 is the largest (185.5 × 233 × 230 mm) with six SATA bays and 8 GB of DDR4-2933. The AS6704T v2 has four SATA bays and 4 GB RAM in a 185.5 × 170 × 230 mm chassis. The AS6702T is the most compact model with two drive bays at 185.5 × 108 × 230 mm.

As data-intensive AI workloads reshape computing, demand for systems that combine performance with massive local storage is accelerating. Beelink, renowned for its innovations, has expanded the ME Pro series with new 2-bay and 4-bay models powered by Intel Core i5-13420H, AMD Ryzen 7 H 255, and Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. The launch elevates ME Pro into a compact platform for AI computing, content creation, and high-capacity data workflows.

Since the ME Pro debuted, its drawer-style design and modular motherboard architecture have stood out for both aesthetics and practicality. Beelink confirms that motherboard modules are fully interchangeable within each chassis category, allowing users to upgrade processors without replacing the entire system. Future modules with different processors will continue to be released, turning the ME Pro into a long-term, evolving platform rather than a one-time purchase.

Asustor Inc. has successfully pioneered the all-flash NAS design with its Flashstor series, bringing high-performance storage solutions into top-tier content creation studios. The Flashstor's all-flash, zero noise, and zero-bottleneck design means NAS devices are no longer limited to a backend storage role but have transformed into a necessity for daily pro work. Addressing specific needs of various fields, Asustor has precisely deployed a range of storage solutions with distinct specifications, ensuring high-quality data access that seamlessly integrates into environments that demand efficiency.

For those making music, Asustor has specifically introduced corresponding audio output solutions within the Flashstor series, uniquely featuring S/PDIF optical output and HDMI ports to effectively and directly transmit digital audio signals to audio equipment. For advanced enthusiasts seeking a balance of high performance without breaking the bank, the Flashstor 6 offers high price-to-performance. In addition to Intel's powerful processor and dual 2.5-Gigabit Ethernet ports, which can be combined to double transmission performance through SMB Multichannel. The Flashstor 12 Pro caters to seasoned, top-tier audiophiles with extensive music collections, focusing on the ultimate balance of space and speed, providing up to 12 M.2 slots and 10GbE network ports. Instantly stream audio files by high-speed 10-Gigabit ports to audio equipment almost instantly, providing a technological foundation that underpins the series' high regard among audiophiles.

QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading innovator in computing, networking, and storage solutions, today announced the release of the new generation L2 Web Managed Switch series, the QSW-M2130 Series. Available in two models—the standard QSW-M2130-4C2S24T and the PoE++ enabled QSW-M2130P-2C2S26T—this series offers an ideal solution for businesses looking to build a flexible, high-efficiency network infrastructure.

In SMBs and multi-story office environments, expanding network architectures often leads to management complexity. The QSW-M2130 series is designed to serve as both an "Access" and "Aggregation (Distribution)" switch within a single device. By utilizing twenty-four 2.5GbE ports to stably connect multiple workstations, NAS, and end devices, and leveraging 10GbE ports to aggregate traffic to the core network, it enables a highly scalable yet manageable network topology with a simplified deployment.

It would appear that ASUS' first Wi-Fi 8 router has been revealed ahead of Computex, courtesy of the Taipei Computer Association's Best Choice Award ceremony, which was held last week Friday. ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro carries on the design we've seen over the past few years when it comes to ASUS' top-of-the-range gaming routers, as it looks like a slightly modified GT-BE98 Pro, with a silver and partially see-through top cover. Presumably it'll be a quad band 4x4 router once again, as Wi-Fi 8 or 802.11bn doesn't add any new frequency bands. The promised advantages are up to 25 percent faster throughput and up to 25 percent lower latency, combined with somewhat increased range, seamless rooming and improvements to QoS, in addition to some features that are unlikely to make a difference for consumers.

The ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro should come with 10 Gbps ports, ROG gaming acceleration and some more typical ASUS router features such as AiMesh and AiProtection. Some of you might've noticed that the GT-BN98 Pro doesn't look anything like the concept ASUS showed earlier this year at CES, which suggests it might've been too costly, it didn't bring any real world benefits or it will launch at a later point in time. Hopefully there will be more Wi-Fi 8 routers at Computex this year, so make sure to check back for our coverage from the show.