Intel launches new 65W socketed Broadwell chips with supercharged graphics, 128MB L4 cache

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Intel’s new socketed Broadwell processors are here, combined with a 128MB L4 cache. Intel’s Crystal Well technology shines — Chipzilla has authoritatively taken the lead on integrated graphics performance, though you’ll pay a pretty penny for the privilege.

Microsoft unveils Windows 10 ship date, OEM prices leak online: Is this OS ready to debut?

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Microsoft has unveiled a July 29 target launch date for its operating system — but can the software actually be ready by then?

Automated design process creates smallest, most efficient photonic switch ever

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By using an automated design algorithm, researchers at Stanford University have built the world’s smallest and most efficient silicon based photonic wavelength splitter.

Nvidia at Computex: GameWorks goes VR, G-Sync comes to mobile

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Nvidia isn’t just announcing new GPUs at Computex — it’s revealed a comprehensive plan for G-Sync and VR as well.