Chip shortage could lead to fake components
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Check under the bonnet to see if you have the real thing 

The global chip shortage could see suppliers using fake components or be forced to shut down their production lines.

Noctua's NH-P1 passive CPU cooler spotted in retail
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Listed over at Newegg for $100

While we are waiting for Noctua to officially announce their big passive CPU cooler, the same one was spotted over at Newegg.com for $100.

Seagate brings Cyberpunk 2077-themed FireCuda 520 limited edition SSD
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Only 2077 to be made

Seagate has launched the new Cyberpunk 2077-themed FireCuda 520 SSD, featuring PCIe 4.0 interface, a custom RGB Cyberpunk 2077 heatsink, and a 1TB capacity.

Cryptocurrency boosts motherboard sales
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Chia coin mining fever

 The buzz of cryptocurrency and blockchain continues to grow gradually turning into a new driving force in the future economic structure.

Apple neuters Intel powered Macs
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You must use the glorious M1 or buy a proper computer.

Fruity cargo cult Apple has dismantled some of the features of macOS Monterey for those who are dumb enough not to drink its M1 cool aid.