Hardware
How did the SD card beat all competitors and rule the world?
CompactFlash, Memory Stick, xD, UFS cards… They all tried to overthrow the SD card and they all failed. Why? What is it about the SD card that makes it so popular? More
M2 Elite Mini Air-304 mini PC with Intel Wildcat Lake processor
Minisforum has launched the M2 Elite Mini Air-304 mini PC with the new Intel Wildcat Lake processor, USB4 port and dual 2.5GbE connection. The base model costs around €228, ... More
Statistics say you use Chrome. Have you considered switching browsers?
Did you know that almost all browsers use the same Google engine? As Chrome is phasing out effective ad blocking systems, users are increasingly looking for alternatives. But beware, ... More
The world's first portable diamond quantum computer
Saxon Q has created a portable diamond quantum computer that operates at room temperature in a standard server case. Using synthesized diamonds and sulfur... More
The first 3D printer with four heads for simultaneous printing
The LightMake L4 is an advanced 3D printer with four simultaneous heads and linear motors on a 35.4 x 37 cm build surface. It will be available on Kickstarter from August 25th at a promotional price of ... More
ANNKE H800 test: four cameras, one recorder and significantly fewer blind spots
I first tested the ANNKE H800 in a two-story apartment, then installed it in a three-story house. Four 4K cameras, PoE connection, local recording and people and vehicle detection ... More
The EU is introducing the right to repair. Manufacturers will also be required to repair devices that are out of warranty.
New rules came into force in the European Union on July 31, 2026, aimed at making it easier for consumers to repair broken phones, tablets, household appliances and other devices.
Open source tools that can replace well-known and expensive solutions
Every now and then I come across a program that makes me wonder why more people don't use it? More
A flying microrobot that achieves the speed and agility of insects
MIT engineers have used artificial intelligence to dramatically improve the speed and agility of tiny flying robots. The device performs a series of aerial flips, paving the way for a new generation of ... More
Will the US ban Chinese CXMT and YMTC memory in Europe as well?
The US is trying to limit purchases of CXMT and YMTC memory and is calling on Europe, Japan and South Korea to take the same measures to prevent dependence on Chinese technology. More
Computer hardware is a fundamental part of any computer system. It includes key components such as the processor, memory, hard drive, graphics card and motherboard that allow data to be processed, stored and displayed. The processor is the heart of the computer, and the memory stores the currently running programs. The hard disk is responsible for long-term data storage, while the graphics card enables the display of graphic content. The base plate connects all these components. Additionally, the power supply provides power, the case protects the internal components, the optical drive allows reading optical discs, and expansion slots allow adding cards to expand functionality. Computer hardware is constantly evolving to meet growing demands and technological innovations.
