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Here’s a peek at some of latest new products...
Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro graphics cards now powered by AMD Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs NETGEAR is making
ACER has introduced its Predator BiFrost and Acer Nitro graphics cards, powered by the AMD Radeon RX 9000 Series GPUs. The line- up includes the Predator BiFrost Radeon RX 9070 XT OC 16GB and 9070 OC
16GB, and the Acer Nitro Radeon RX 9070 XT OC 16GB and 9070 OC 16GB. Engineered for high-performance gaming and demanding tasks, the GPUs feature AMD RDNA 4 architecture, raytracing, and AI accelerators. They support immersive 8K visuals, AMD HYPR-RX for performance enhancements, and AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 for frame rate boosts. The Predator BiFrost cards offer up to 3,100 MHz boost clock speeds and employ triple FrostBlade 4.0 fans for advanced cooling, reinforced designs, and oxygen-free thermal pipes for optimal heat dispersion. The Acer Nitro cards balance performance and efficiency with similar clock speeds and 16 GB GDDR6 RAM. Features such as Acer Intelligent Space and Acer Game Assistance enhance the gaming experience with AI-driven optimisations, aiming tools, and gameplay highlights. Multi- display capabilities include support for up to four displays via three DisplayPorts and HDMI 2.1. Built for durability, these GPUs include aluminium backplates, anti-bending designs, and heat-dissipating features, ensuring robust performance for gamers and creators alike.
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Introducing the Nighthawk RS100 from Netgear
next-generation WiFi more accessible with the launch of the Nighthawk RS100—its most affordable WiFi 7 router for the home. As internet speeds surge and more smart devices connect to home networks, households need stronger, faster, and more reliable connectivity—not just for today but for the future. WiFi 7 delivers smoother streaming, lag-free gaming, and more stable connections across every corner of the home. With speeds up to 2.4x faster than WiFi 6, it supports high- bandwidth activities like 4K/8K streaming, cloud gaming, and AI-powered applications—no buffering, no slowdowns. The RS100 has next-generation encryption, automatic firmware updates, VPN support, and cutting-edge WPA3 security. Access control and guest WiFi options help secure home networks. It includes a 30-day trial of Netgear Armor powered by Bitdefender, delivering real-time threat detection and AI-powered alerts for every connected device—no extra software required. A recent study found that 67% of smartphone users worry about data security and privacy on their phones, and 62% of smart home users worry about the same on their smart home devices. Netgear claims to address this concern with a strict privacy policy: personal data is never stored on Netgear servers.
Using the Nighthawk App, it’s easy to optimise the home network for peak performance, test internet speeds, pause connectivity, monitor data usage, and configure guest networks—all from a smartphone. For families, the RS100 also includes Netgear Smart Parental Controls, offering a way to create safer online experiences and manage screen time. Basic parental controls come free, with the option to upgrade to a Premium Plan after a 30-day trial.
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