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AppWizard

November 8, 2024

Can the Snapdragon 8 Elite run Popular PC Games?

The realme GT 7 Pro, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, has demonstrated the capability to run AAA PC games like Assassin’s Creed Black Flag at 60 frames per second with a GPU usage rate of around 70%. Videos have also shown the device running Assassin’s Creed Rogue and Grand Theft Auto V. The gaming performance is facilitated by an upcoming application called GameFusion, which is designed for running demanding games on mobile devices. The developers of GameFusion have faced scrutiny for past work on the EggNS emulator and have introduced a paid subscription model. There is an ongoing partnership with GameSir, and details about GameFusion's availability and business model are currently unclear.

AppWizard

November 7, 2024

Snapdragon 8 Elite phones shown running PC games with no sweat, but is it legit?

GameFusion is a new application that allows users to play PC games locally on Android devices, demonstrated with titles like Grand Theft Auto V and Assassin’s Creed Rogue running smoothly on devices with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Realme executive Xu Qi Chase showcased Assassin’s Creed Rogue operating at 60 frames per second on a flagship smartphone. The app is developed by the creators of the EggNS emulator, which has a controversial history involving allegations of code theft. GameSir has acknowledged its connection to the EggNS team, and GameFusion may be integrated into its GameHub application. Users may need specific GameSir controllers to fully utilize GameFusion.

Winsage

November 3, 2024

Microsoft Surface Pro 11 review: A new generation of Windows computers

The Surface Pro 8 has design shortcomings, particularly in its 'lapability' due to its kickstand. The Surface Pro 11 features upgrades such as new Snapdragon hardware, improved battery life, and enhanced processing power. It represents a shift towards ARM technology, offering advantages like superior battery life, rapid boot times, enhanced security, and low power consumption. The Surface Pro 11 has display options of LCD or OLED, both with a resolution of 2,880x1,920 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It includes excellent stereo speakers, a 1440p ultrawide webcam, and effective microphone setup for video conferencing. The device handles daily tasks well but is heavier than competitors. It has limited ports and a familiar design aesthetic. The Snapdragon X Plus model with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is priced at ₹1,34,999, while the total cost with the keyboard and Slim Pen is ₹1,64,899. Battery life averages around 12-13 hours, which is less than some competitors. The base model offers a good price-to-performance ratio, with the Snapdragon X Elite model priced at ₹1,85,999.

AppWizard

November 3, 2024

A New Era in Gaming: ‘Minecraft’ Clone Is Generated by AI in Real-Time

Oasis is an AI-generated game developed by the hardware startup Etched, in collaboration with AI developer Decart. It allows players to create and modify virtual environments in real time and is inspired by the sci-fi narrative “Ready Player One.” The demo was showcased on Twitter, and it operates on Nvidia’s H100 Tensor Core GPUs, with plans for Etched's own chipset, Sohu, which will offer faster performance. The project is currently free and serves as a research and proof-of-concept initiative. Interest in the demo has surged, overwhelming the hosting site. The technology behind Oasis relies on AI to produce graphics in real time without a traditional game engine.

Winsage

October 28, 2024

Asus now lets you update the BIOS without unzipping the file on Z890 boards

Asus has introduced a new feature in its EZ Flash utility for Z890 motherboards that allows users to apply BIOS updates directly from compressed ZIP files without needing to unzip them first. The BIOS interface resolution has also been upgraded to 1920 x 1080. Intel's 0x12b microcode update addresses instability issues with Raptor Lake CPUs, while users have reported compatibility challenges with the Windows 11 24H2 update on systems using Intel's Core Ultra 200S series CPUs paired with Z890 motherboards, particularly related to the integrated Iris Xe-LPG graphics. Workarounds include disabling the integrated GPU in BIOS before the update or installing available BIOS updates for Z890 motherboards. Major manufacturers like Asus, ASRock, Gigabyte, and MSI are rolling out patched BIOS versions. Accessing the BIOS and updating may vary by manufacturer, but many modern boards allow direct downloading and application of updates through the BIOS interface.

BetaBeacon

October 28, 2024

Redmagic Nova Gaming Tablet Review Mobile Gaming Grows Up

The Nova tablet has Android at its heart, offering access to a wide range of games, media, streaming services, office applications, and organizational tools. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, making it one of the fastest and most powerful Android tablets available. The tablet is designed for gaming and offers up to 16 GB of RAM. However, it is a Wi-Fi-only device with no cellular option and has a camera that is not exceptional. The tablet's gaming experience can be enhanced with Game Space, and it works well for games with a smaller scope. Streaming games from a PC to the tablet is also possible, offering a great gaming experience.

AppWizard

October 27, 2024

Snapdragon 8 Elite Has Full Linux Support, Making It Easier To Run PC Games Through Emulation, GPU Side To Require Patches To Ensure Optimum Performance

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite, which has garnered attention from the Linux kernel team, leading to the release of patches for the new chipset. This chipset is expected to support PC gaming through emulation and will have 'day one' Linux support for running professional PC applications. The Director of Engineering at Qualcomm indicated that the Snapdragon 8 Elite can handle PC-emulated games, although it may not fully utilize its potential due to a limited selection of newer Android titles. Benchmark tests show that the Snapdragon 8 Elite outperforms AMD’s Radeon 780M, suggesting it can run AAA games with adjusted visual settings. Discussions indicate that the Snapdragon 8 Elite could enable a Linux user interface with touch and pen support for mobile devices and tablets to run professional PC applications.

Winsage

October 16, 2024

How to install Windows 11 on supported and unsupported PCs, 24H2 edition

To enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) on a computer, users should search for manufacturer-specific instructions if they cannot find the TPM setting. For Intel systems, look for "Platform Trust Technology" (PTT) if "TPM" is not visible, while AMD systems may refer to it as "fTPM" or "Platform Security Processor" (PSP). After enabling TPM, verify its functionality through Device Manager or the Health Check app. Secure Boot is supported by computers manufactured since Windows 8 in 2012 and helps prevent unsigned software from loading during boot. To activate Secure Boot, access the BIOS settings under the "Security" or "Boot" section. If booting fails after enabling Secure Boot, it may be due to the hard drive or SSD using an MBR partition table instead of the required GPT format. Users can check their partition style in Disk Management and will need to convert the drive to GPT for Secure Boot compatibility.

Winsage

October 12, 2024

Lenovo’s Windows and Android Hybrid Is Impressive but Egregiously Expensive

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus (Gen 5) combines a Windows laptop and an Android tablet, featuring all laptop internals in the keyboard base and tablet hardware in the display. Users can switch between Windows and Android or operate them independently. The device includes an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, 32 GB of RAM, and a 1-terabyte SSD for Windows, while the tablet has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, 12 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage. It has a durable all-metal chassis, a 14-inch OLED touchscreen with a resolution of 2,880 x 1,800 pixels, and speakers tuned by Harman Kardon.

Winsage

October 9, 2024

Sightful Cancels Spacetop, Pivots To PC Software For Xreal Air 2 Ultra

Sightful has canceled its Spacetop G1 project and will refund all preorder deposits of 0. The Spacetop G1 was intended to be a screenless laptop compatible with Xreal Air 2 Ultra AR glasses, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and running on Sightful's Spacetop OS, with a retail price of ,900. Instead of hardware, Sightful will focus on developing AR system software that allows Xreal Air 2 Ultra glasses to work with Windows laptops featuring a Neural Processing Unit (NPU). This software will enable users to project Windows applications into a virtual space and will support devices with Qualcomm Snapdragon, Intel Core Ultra, or AMD Ryzen AI chipsets. The software aims to enhance user experience with features like six degrees of freedom (6DoF) tracking and multi-application management in a spatial environment. The launch of the Spacetop software for Windows is expected by the end of this year for laptops equipped with an NPU, also known as Copilot+ PCs.