Yesterday, we reported that the latest AMD Software Adrenalin 25.10.2 WHQL drivers disable USB-C power delivery on reference Radeon RX 7900 XTX and RX 7900 XT. However, it appears that this was a mistake, and AMD has contacted TechPowerUp to clarify the situation. To make sure that the functionality is back, we tested USB-C power delivery on our own reference card. Readers might remember that the Made by AMD (MBA) reference Radeon RX 7900 XTX and RX 7900 XT graphics cards include USB Type-C ports. These ports support DisplayPort 2.1 passthrough and provide USB power delivery up to the PD 3.0 standard of 30 W.

While the port does not support USB data transfer, it is wired for DisplayPort and power delivery. This theoretically allows you to connect certain monitors that use a single USB-C connection for both display input and power. We tested the feature to make sure it is supplying the port with sufficient power. Using a USB-C power meter, we recorded 27 W of power output from the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX. Impressively, the card can supply full power to the port even without a driver installed, as demonstrated in our test. Installing the latest driver doesn't alter this behavior, indicating that the original driver changelog was just incorrect. To confirm that the 27 W charging is consistent, we charged a laptop with a completely empty battery to full capacity. While charging, we loaded Furmark test, and the load was maintained, proving that the feature works as intended.AMD's statement follows after the break.

ADATA Technology Co., Ltd., the leading global memory brand, today announced the SR800 Magnetic Power Bank SSD, a revolutionary product and the world's first to combine external storage with a power bank. Recognizing that modern content creators rely heavily on smartphones for shooting and editing, the SR800 features an industry-first two-in-one modular design. Through a groove design on its power bank's back, the power bank and external SSD are perfectly combined to meet diverse usage scenarios. This innovation not only solves the limitation of a single port on mobile devices but will also enhance convenience and change the way content creators' film, enabling them to truly travel light and focus on capturing every brilliant moment.

Fast Charging and Fast Storage in One: A Perfect Snap for Mobile Creation
Many creators simultaneously face the dilemma of insufficient battery power and storage space, constrained by a single phone port. While current external expansion hubs offer a temporary solution for charging and recording at the same time, they often require additional phone mounts or brackets, inhibiting the convenience of mobile filming. The SR800 was born to provide video creators with both efficiency and convenience. Its external SSD features the USB3.2 Gen 2x2 interface, delivering read/write speeds of up to 2,000 MB/s—approximately 20 times faster than traditional external hard drives—and offers a massive storage capacity of up to 2,000 GB. The power bank is equipped with 5,000mAh of power, supporting up to 20 W Type-C wired fast charging and 15 W magnetic wireless charging. This not only achieves the ideal "charge and store" scenario but also makes on-site backups and cross-device editing effortless, upgrading the smartphone into a more professional mobile workstation.

Corsair today announced two new portable SSDs: the EX400U SURVIVOR USB4 External SSD, delivering outstanding transfer speeds in a rugged, travel-ready design, and the EX300U USB External SSD, featuring a MagSafe-compatible magnetic ring for effortless on-the-go data storage. Leveraging the high bandwidth of USB4, the EX400U SURVIVOR offers lightning-fast sequential read speeds up to 4,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 3,600 MB/s in a durable, impact-resistant IP55-rated housing built for real-world use.

Not just for USB4/Thunderbolt 4 desktops and laptops, the EX400U SURVIVOR is also backward compatible with USB 3.2 Type-C and supports USB Type-C-equipped iOS devices. Just plug it in for instant power and speed over one cable (30 cm/7.5 in, included). Designed for mobility, the EX400U SURVIVOR's IP55-rated, environmentally protected housing is built to withstand the bumps and scrapes of working on the go. Available in capacities from 1 TB to 4 TB, this makes the EX400U SURVIVOR an ideal tool for creators on the move, whether transferring, editing, or storing critical data, it's fast, rugged, and built for the long haul.

HIKSEMI, a global provider of professional data storage solutions, showcased its vision for the intelligent storage era at GITEX 2025 under the theme "Smart Data. Smarter Life." The company introduced next-generation storage products designed to help users harness data in the AI-driven world.

A highlight was the debut of HIKSEMI's mascot, Semi the Elephant, at the booth. Dressed in HIKSEMI's colors, the cheerful elephant greeted visitors, posed for photos and engaged in playful interactions. It drew crowds and spread joy. Semi's presence reflected HIKSEMI's mission to make smart technology accessible and human-centered.

BenQ, the global leader in display innovation, today introduced the GV32 smart LED ceiling projector, the newest entry to its popular GV portable projector series. Designed for optimal, anywhere projection with almost no set-up required, the GV32 combines built-in entertainment with Google TV and Netflix, stunning visuals, strong audio, and great color performance for the ultimate laid-back entertainment experience, projected from any angle.

Expanding on the success of the GV projector lineup (GV30, GV31, and GV50), the GV32 is built with the same flexible base design as the award-winning GV50 smart laser projector but with an LED light source, delivering HDR10 color performance without the higher cost of laser. For plug-and-play entertainment at a lower price point, the GV32 can be easily powered up anywhere from home or on-the-go with 60 W+ USB-C power banks, making it easy for small homeowners, students, and apartment dwellers to enjoy immersive big-screen entertainment without sacrificing space.

Today, Logitech introduced Zone Wireless 2 ES and Zone Wired 2 headsets, designed for noisy offices. With AI-powered noise-canceling mics, hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) that automatically adjusts to minimize background noise, and a gaming-inspired headstrap design for all-day comfort, the headsets turn open office clamor into quiet focus zones. While open offices cultivate free-flowing face-to-face interaction, they are also notorious for distractions. Studies cite $468 billion in productivity losses for companies due to time-sucking distractions that hinder deep, focused work.

"Uninterrupted focus is the new currency of work. With more employees returning to office, it's more critical than ever to protect their concentration," said Hanneke Faber, Chief Executive Officer. "Zone Wireless 2 ES and Zone Wired 2 for Business were engineered to safeguard against those costly distractions."

Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the launch of its new OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dual 10GbE Network Dock. This powerful dock enables users to connect to multiple high-speed networks, access blazing-fast network-attached storage (NAS), and expand device setups via a single Thunderbolt cable. It is built for pros who need serious speed and flexibility.

Creative and IT pros know the struggle—juggling adapters, dealing with too few ports, and waiting on slow network speeds just to get through the day. The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dual 10GbE Network Dock changes that. With one powerful Thunderbolt connection, you get two 10GbE ports, a 2.5GbE port, three Thunderbolt 5 ports, and four USB ports—all designed to simplify your setup and supercharge your workflow. It's built to handle the demands of media, IT, and production work, whether you are accessing NAS storage at blazing 20 Gb/s speeds or managing multiple networks. Think of it as desktop-class power and flexibility, now available anywhere your Mac or PC takes you.

DataLocker, a global leader in encrypted storage solutions, introduces DL GO, a secure and easy-to-use encrypted USB flash drive, alongside MySafeConsole, a lightweight cloud console that gives individuals and small teams centralized control—without enterprise cost.

DL GO safeguards data with AES-256 XTS (FIPS 197) hardware encryption and fast, familiar biometrics on both major platforms—Windows Hello (Windows) and Touch ID (macOS)—with no drivers required. It works online or offline, and can be enrolled into MySafeConsole (individual/SMB) or tied to SafeConsole (enterprise) when centralized management is needed.

Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 console will reportedly feature a detachable disc drive from launch, according to Insider Gaming. The PlayStation 5 originally shipped in 2020 as two separate models: one with a Blu-ray drive and one digital-only. Sony later introduced a detachable disc drive mid-generation. Now sources say the company plans to make that detachable drive an official part of the PlayStation family from day one, offering a single base console that can be bought as a digital-only unit, bundled with a drive, or upgraded later by purchasing the removable drive as an accessory.

A removable drive allows Sony to simplify and slim the core chassis, lower production complexity, and reduce shipping costs by shipping a lighter, smaller base unit, where demand is digital-first. It also allows some consumer flexibility, preserves the option for physical media collectors, and makes repairs easier because a faulty drive can be swapped without replacing the whole console. That said, the idea brings questions about accessory SKUs, compatibility, and warranty handling, and Sony will have to ensure the add-on feels integrated and reliable. If the plan holds, the PlayStation 6 could arrive as a cleaner, more modular console that keeps discs alive for another generation, away from the fully digitalized era.

Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for over 40 years, today announced three new charging solutions, further expanding its award-winning mobile power portfolio, alongside four new additions to its growing SoundForm audio range. The newly announced products will debut at IFA 2025, where Belkin will be exhibiting in Exhibit Hall 3.2, Stand #115.

Designed and developed at Belkin's Global Headquarters in California, the latest product lineup reflects the brand's hallmark commitment to safety, performance, and usability. Belkin continues to deliver future-ready accessories that meet the evolving needs of today's devices and consumers. Every Belkin mobile power device undergoes SmartProtect testing for uncompromising safety, while SoundForm audio products pass 150 quality checks to ensure balanced bass, clear vocals, and crisp treble. With 98dB output for adults and safe 85dB limits for kids, testing covers frequency response, distortion analysis, noise isolation, and more.

The latest in the recent flurry of gaming peripherals to launch comes out of Keychron's gaming-focused brand, Lemokey. The L0 HE 8K is a one-handed gaming keyboard reminiscent of the game pads, like the Logitech G13, that started flooding the scene in the early 2010s. However, instead of including functionality like extra side buttons and analog thumb sticks, the Lemokey L0 HE opts for 35 keys from the left half of the traditional QWERTY layout, and it includes a metal knob on the right edge of the keyboard. The knob and all of the keys are customizable and remappable in Keychron or Lemokey Launcher, and the switches used offer a resolution of 0.01 mm when it comes to actuation customization. The chassis is made from CNC machined aluminium, although it doesn't use the same gasket-mount structure Keychron and Lemokey typically use.

uses semi-proprietary "Lemokey Ultra-Fast Lime Magnetic Switches," which feature a dust-proof box stem—generally preferred for increased stability. The switches have a starting weight of 25 gf and a bottom-out force of 48 gf, which is very progressive for a linear switch, and they have customizable actuation point up to 3.35 mm. Lemokey doesn't specify the physical travel distance, but it seems to be 3.35 mm, as well, which is on the shorter side, even for HE switches. Curiously, the L0 HE uses two-sided "nuclear reactor" keycaps, which have a transparent window on the side and an opaque top, instead of the usual letter shine-through keycaps found on other Lemokey Hall effect keyboards. At least the keycaps seem to use the standard Cherry profile, and they're made of double-shot PBT, so the legend shouldn't wear off over time. The keycaps also allow for better shine-through effects from the south-facing per-key RGB LEDs.

Glorious, usually known for its pricey mechanical and Hall effect gaming keyboards, has officially announced the GMBK 75% gaming keyboard. As the name suggests, the GMBK is a 75% gaming keyboard, but instead of mechanical keys, the GMBK uses membrane switches as a way to keep the price down. Unlike most membrane keyboards, though, the GMBK 75% still uses cross stems, making the keyboard compatible with regular MX-compatible keycaps generally used with mechanical keyboards. The GMBK targets the entry-level gaming market, although the pricing is on the higher end of what you might expect from a membrane keyboard, although a membrane keyboard at this price usually doesn't feature MX keycap compatibility or standard plate-mounted stabilizers. It also boasts an IP57 dust- and water-resistance rating, which is unique in the keyboard space.

[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE is now live]

The GMBK 75% comes stock with shine-through UV-coated ABS keycaps (no mention of the profile used, but it looks like OEM), which complements the 10-zone RGB backlighting, which is customizable through Glorious Core. Glorious pitches the MX keycap compatibility as a solution for customization, which is usually restricted to expensive mechanical keyboards, but the Glorious GMBK launches at $59.99, which is right around the price of an entry-level mechanical keyboard, especially when you're willing to forego wireless connectivity. The Glorious GMBK is also wired-only, but it still utilizes a detachable USB Type-C cable, which, along with the keycap compatibility, is a boon for repairability. Glorious doesn't make mention of NKRO, but the spec sheet confirms that 1 kHz polling is present, which should be responsive enough for most gamers. In keeping with the "budget" target market, the GMBK is entirely made of plastic and comes in at 540 g weight, unlike many mechanical boards, which exceed the 1 kg mark. Glorious has still seen fit to include a knob on the GMBK, which is a somewhat premium touch, given the price.

The Asahi Linux project has been working on Linux support for Apple's Arm-based Apple Silicon Macs, and the latest success to come out of the mammoth task is support for the USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports on M1 and M2 SoCs. While this support has been available to Asahi Linux for a while, the feature may soon be merged into the Linux kernel, since the feature addition has been submitted for comments via the Linux kernel public inbox.

The implementation still doesn't have support for DisplayPort or Thunderbolt alt modes, with the developer behind the driver stating that "there's also some preparations to eventually enable DisplayPort AltMode and Thunderbolt but those need future work." The driver is clearly still a work in progress, and the comments by the developers suggest that they are effectively fighting against the USB controller firmware to get some of the features to work, but that this implementation is so far the best that they could come up with. So far, Asahi Linux only supports M1 and M2 series Apple Silicon, and the only items missing in the hardware support section are USB-C Displays, USB4 and Thunderbolt connectivity, and TouchID support.

QNAP Systems, Inc., a leading computing, networking, and storage solutions innovator, has released the new edge AI accelerators QAI-M100 and QAI-U100 for QNAP NAS. With plug-and-play installation and flexible configuration, these accelerators provide small-and-medium-sized businesses and individual users with an affordable solution to enhance AI applications such as facial recognition and object recognition on NAS.

"With the rapid growth of edge AI, the demand for real-time data processing and analysis at the edge has increased," said Andy Chung, Product Manager of QNAP, adding "The combination of QNAP NAS and the QAI edge AI accelerators not only provides a high-performance storage platform but also significantly boosts the computing efficiency of AI applications, improving overall cost-effectiveness."

SilverStone has just launched the Seta H2, a full-tower workstation case that prioritizes raw storage over flashy lighting or tempered glass, delivering a nostalgic nod to late-1990s designs. In its 70-liter interior, you can fit up to 15 HDD thanks to seven removable brackets behind the front panel that accept both 2.5 and 3.5-inch drives, two extra mounts on the interior panel, a conventional two-bay cage in front of the power supply, two 2.5-inch slots behind the motherboard tray, and a final bracket that holds either one 3.5-inch or two 2.5-inch drives. Despite this staggering drive capacity, the Seta H2 still accommodates E-ATX and SSI-EEB motherboards, virtually unlimited CPU cooler heights, and graphics cards up to 428 mm long, with only a 330 mm clearance requirement if a side-panel radiator or a drive bracket is installed at the GPU level.

An eight-slot expansion area and support for power supplies up to 289 mm round out its component flexibility. Cooling is handled traditionally with space for three 120 or 140 mm fans up front, one in the rear, two 160 mm or 140 mm fans on top, and two 120 mm fans on the side, plus removable brackets that let you mount a 360 or 420 mm radiator at the front or top (up to 65 mm thick). The all-steel and plastic chassis, weighing 15.2 kg, also features front I/O with USB-C, two USB 3.0 ports, and HD audio. Pricing starts at around €200 in Europe, and around $216 in the US.

It appears as though Nintendo has once again deliberately attempted to lock out third-party accessory makers from making docks for the Nintendo Switch 2. According to testing conducted by The Verge, the Nintendo Switch 2 uses proprietary, encrypted signals to effectively authorize a dock before video or power is sent over the USB-C connection. This behavior was confirmed by a USB power bank tester, which monitors the USB connection packets and can output the signals on another device for inspection. The Switch 2 also demands a higher voltage from its dock, requesting as much as 20 V, instead of the usual 15 V, although it does not appear to use the full 20 V for functionality, instead it uses it as a sort of check before dropping back down to 15 V.

In the case of the Switch 2, there was one particular third-party dock that was compatible with the new console, and upon inspecting that USB connection with the power bank tester, The Verge found that there were 30 "unstructured" packets being sent back and forth before the Switch 2 even attempted to send a video signal or negotiate power with the accessory. There was one particular string that was sent between the Switch 2 and the dock that appears to be an encryption key of sorts. If the dock fails either the voltage test or the aforementioned proprietary communications, the console defaults to a USB-only mode with no video or power delivery support. According to two accessory makers who spoke to The Verge, the Switch 2 also uses a dedicated encryption chip to lock out third-party docks and unlicensed accessories. At the time of writing, the only dock that is compatible with the Switch 2 is the Antank S3 Max, although even Antank's representative says that this can't be taken for granted, since Nintendo can, and likely will, change this authentication method with a firmware update if enough third-party dock makers catch on. So far, these changes to the USB protocol on the Switch 2 have already resulted in JSAUX putting its plans for a Switch 2 dock on hold, despite its prominence in the Steam Deck dock market.

Following its official release on May 28, 2025, HiBy's latest digital audio player, the R3Pro II, is now available worldwide. Combining high-performance audio with an all-Ultrasuede design, this Pure-HiFi DAP, which looks like a pocket cannon integrating monster performance and compact size, is built for modern audiophiles seeking uncompromised music quality and refined design.

At the audio core of the R3Pro II are dual CS43198 DAC chips and four OPA1622 headphone amplifiers, delivering rich dynamics, exceptional clarity, and low distortion. With 3.5 mm stereo phone-out and 4.4 mm balanced output, which is supporting up to 480 mW output on the balanced port, the R3Pro II comfortably drives most IEMs and headphones, from balance armature, dynamic, planar to even hybrid-driver ones.

ASUS today announced the Prime AP202 microATX computer case, featuring panoramic curved tempered glass for displaying internal hardware plus enhanced airflow via a unique slot vent. No matter what kind of PC a user is building—a gaming rig, creator command center, or general-purpose system—the AP202 will serve their needs and look good doing it.

Striking design
The understated design of the Prime AP202 only draws as much attention as a user wants it to. It comes in either a black or white colorway, so users can choose whichever suits their internal components best. And thanks to a curved glass window that stretches nearly halfway around the case, users will see their components from most angles.

MSI proudly introduces the MPG 242R X60N, a cutting-edge esports gaming monitor engineered for speed, precision, and dominance. Featuring a 24.1-inch Rapid TN panel with an ultra-fast 600 Hz refresh rate and 0.1 ms (GtG, Min.) response time, this monitor is built to give elite gamers the competitive edge they demand.

Extreme Esports Performance
Designed with the needs of top-tier esports players in mind, the MPG 242R X60N delivers unrivaled motion clarity and responsiveness. With a blazing 600 Hz refresh rate and 0.1 ms (GtG, Min.) response time, this monitor is built for lightning-fast reactions. MPRT Sync technology further reduces motion blur and ghosting, ensuring every frame is sharp and every target remains clearly in sight. Whether you're lining up the perfect headshot or reacting in real time, this monitor ensures no frame goes to waste.

Logitech today announced Signature Slim Wired MK620 & MK625 Combo for Business, a revamped keyboard and mouse duo designed for companies and industries that require wired technology for reliability, physical security, or shared workspaces, and need to switch between PC, macOS, and ChromeOS.

It may seem the world has gone wireless, but some industries have strong reasons not to cut the cord. In financial trading floors, physical security is top of mind. In medical facilities, a low battery can slow down information input during a patient's critical condition. In schools or shared workspaces, missing keyboards and mice can bring productivity to a halt.

The Type-C USB connector has made it a lot easier—at least in theory—to connect devices, but it's not without its faults, especially as it's been hard to know what capabilities both the ports and the cables deliver. The USB-IF has solved most of the issues on the cable side with clearer markings on certified cables, but that still leaves both computers and devices as a gotcha point. Microsoft has now announced that it has a new WHCP (Windows Hardware Compatibility Program) certification program for Windows 11 laptops that guarantees certain features from a Type-C USB port. No, it doesn't mean all new Windows 11 WHCP laptops will support USB4, which is something of a letdown, but it does guarantee that all USB-C ports on new WHCP laptops will support charging of the laptop and at least DP Alt mode for one display.

As the older USB 3.x standard doesn't support many of the features of USB4, there are several limitations to laptops that lack USB4 support, beyond just data transfer speeds over USB, such as PCIe tunnelling and Thunderbolt 3 support. However, Microsoft mandates Thunderbolt 3 support on all WHCP laptops with USB4 support. USB4 equipped WHCP laptops also have to support 15 W device charging and at least a pair of 4K 60 Hz displays via DP Alt mode. Microsoft's new WHCP certification does at least remove some of the guesswork when buying a new laptop, but until all laptops support USB4, there will still be devices with limited USB Type-C ports in the market.

What if NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 GPU had access to not one but four 16-pin power connectors? Not only would it draw much less power per connector, thus avoiding overheating of the connector in some cases, but the power coming into the GB202 could theoretically scale to 2,400 Watts. This is precisely what NVIDIA tested with its latest leaked GeForce RTX 5090 GPU engineering sample. Pictured below is a PCB that was destroyed after testing. Around the edges of the card, you can spot several USB headers, pin test points, and diagnostic connectors. These features are standard on development samples but are removed from retail models. On the I/O bracket, there are five display outputs, which are more than what you usually find on a gaming card. This suggests NVIDIA was testing output strength and signal quality under different loads. Since we can't see the back side of the board, it's unclear if the chip itself is from the GeForce RTX 5090 series or the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell variant. However, it is most likely a super early sample of RTX 5090 before volume production began.

Acer today announced a range of new products for users on the go, including two new tablets -- the Acer Iconia V12 and the Acer Iconia V11 -- and three new 5G network connectivity devices, including the Acer Connect X6E Plus 5G CPE, the Acer Connect M5 Mobile Wi-Fi, and the Acer Connect D5 Pro 5G dongle.

Acer Iconia V Series Tablets: Portable and Reliable for Entertainment and Multitasking
The Acer Iconia V12 and Iconia V11 are versatile tablets catering to a wide range of users, from students and family members to budget-conscious consumers, seeking a reliable mobile companion for everyday use. Their stunning displays offer a large viewing area with a wide 16:10 aspect ratio, up to 2K resolution, and 90 Hz refresh rate. The narrow bezel design maximizes screen real estate to see and do more, while their thin in-cell touch panels enhance touch sensitivity performance to deliver a more responsive and immersive experience.

Acer today unveiled its new ProCreator Series monitors, designed to enhance creative workflows with Calman-verified, high-resolution displays. These monitors feature wide color gamut coverage, up to Delta E<1 color accuracy levels, and the Acer Creator Hub software. Select models come with OLED and touchscreen panels, built-in webcams for conferencing and collaboration, and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible technologies.
In addition, Acer introduced a range of portable and dual-screen foldable monitors, as well as compact LED projectors, catering to diverse needs and use cases.

Acer ProCreator Monitors
Acer's new ProCreator Series monitors are tailored for professional creators such as animators, photographers, editors, and designers who demand precise color accuracy and stunning visual clarity for creative projects. All models are Calman-verified, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for reliable color performance and consistency across various workflows.

Sony today announced the WH-1000XM6 wireless noise cancelling headphones - latest edition of its award winning 1000X series that set a new standard for premium audio and personal listening experiences. Building on the legacy of the 1000X series, this latest model combines premium sound with the best noise cancelling in a seamless design to create an unparalleled audio solution for music lovers, fashionistas, travelers and professionals alike.

The next evolution in noise cancellation
Powered by advanced processor and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancelling is optimised in real time on the WH-1000XM6 so your world stays undisturbed and your sound stays pure. With processor speeds seven times faster than its predecessor, the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 fine-tunes 12 microphones, which is 1.5 times more than its precursor the WH-1000XM5, in real time, delivering a dramatic leap in noise cancelling and sound quality. The precise detection of the twelve optimally places microphones allow the noise cancellation to adapt more precisely to fit you and your environment. Whether you are looking to block out noise on a busy commute or stay focused in the office, your sound experience will be seamless and powerful.