The Curious Case of Windows 11 Pro for Workstations, Essentially Windows 11 "Pro Max"

Most gamers and PC enthusiasts are exposed to just two editions of client Windows 11—Windows 11 Pro, and Windows 11 Home, and assume that power users are served the former by Microsoft. It turns out that Microsoft built an edition of Windows 11 that sits halfway between Windows 11 Pro and Windows Server, called Windows 11 Pro for Workstations. This is effectively "Windows 11 Pro Max," and dates as far back as 2021, and as a successor to the

YMTC SSDs Ship With Global Lenovo Laptops for the First Time

According to a new review of the ThinkBook 14 G9 from Notebookcheck, Lenovo has started shipping its global laptop configurations with SSDs made by YMTC for the first time. This is significant news, considering that SSD prices have been skyrocketing in recent months due to a massive shortage of NAND Flash storage modules. These modules have traditionally depended on a few manufacturers like Samsung, SK hynix, Micron, Kioxia, and others. However, Chinese company YMTC has entered the market and begun volume production of its Xtacking 4.0

Samsung Readies SSD 990 Value Gen 4 NVMe SSD

Samsung is giving finishing touches to the SSD 990, a new upcoming M.2 NVMe Gen 4 SSD taking up the value end of the company's client SSD lineup. The 990 is not to be confused with the 990 EVO Plus, which was the company's DRAMless performance-segment SSD for PCIe Gen 4 generation. What segments the new 990 from the 990 EVO Plus is probably the NAND flash type (QLC vs. TLC), and an updated
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Epomaker Launches NEX Pro Gaming Mouse and HE65 V2 TMR Keyboard

After teasing the HE65 V2 in early June, Epomaker has finally released the compact 65% TMR gaming keyboard, making it available in black or white for $99.99 on the Epomaker online shopor at Amazon. The HE65 V2 TMR, as the name suggests, is a 65% TMR keyboard with an 8 kHz polling rate, wireless connectivity, an ABS plastic case. The keyboard features a gasket mount and an FR4 plate, and it has four layers
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System76 Announces New Adder Pro 15.3-inch Performance Laptop Series

System76 is preparing a new version of its Adder Pro performance laptop series. The Denver, Colorado company that leans mostly towards Linux users is offering this new 15.3-inch model with Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra 7 356H, 16-core (4P+8E+4LPE), 4.7 GHz CPU. The laptop measures 34.37 x 26.19 x 1.98 cm, weighs just 1.52 kg,
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Intel Readies Two 22-Core "Nova Lake-S" SKUs with 108 MB bLLC Cache for Gaming

According to well-known Intel leaker Jaykihn, Intel is preparing two "Nova Lake-S" CPU models with a 22-core configuration, enhanced by the big Last Level Cache (bLLC). These processors are part of the Core Ultra 5 400S family, and Intel is developing two mid-range configurations, each with 22 cores. Both models will feature 6 "Coyote Cove" P-Cores, 12 "Arctic Wolf" E-Cores, and 4 LPE-Cores.

(PR) Yunzii Introduces New Colorways for B75 PRO Mechanical Keyboard

The beloved Yunzii B75 PRO is welcoming a collection of beautiful new colorways, bringing even more personality to one of our most popular mechanical keyboards. Whether your setup is clean and minimal or colorful and expressive, there's now a fresh style ready to match your desk. While the appearance has evolved, everything users love about the B75 PRO remains unchanged. It continues to offer exceptional features at a budget friendly price, making premium typing and gaming experiences more accessible than ever.

Its compact 75%
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(PR) Razer Announces Wuthering Waves Gaming Peripherals Collection

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer | Wuthering Waves Collection, created in collaboration with Kuro Games. Inspired by the game's newest Resonator, Denia, the collection marks the first official lineup of Wuthering Waves gaming peripherals.

In a world forever altered by the Lament, only the unwavering carve their legacy. Drawing from Denia's strength and steadfast resolve, the collection reimagines Razer's iconic gear with Denia's distinct identity, blending resonant design with high-performance engineering to
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Thermaltake Intros Dr. Power III Pro Tester for ATX 3.1 PSUs

Thermaltake today introduced the Dr. Power III Pro (model: AC-083-OO1NAN-A1), a handy tool to test modern ATX 3.1 power supplies. This was first showcasedby Thermaltake at the 2026 CES. The tester lets you check voltages and stability of the various connectors of an ATX 3.1 PSU, including a 600 W-capable 12V-2x6 connector, a 24-pin ATX, a 6+
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(PR) Attack Shark Launches R98 HE Magnetic Switch Keyboard

Gaming peripheral brand ATTACK SHARK has announced the launch of its R98 HE, a new flagship competitive magnetic switch keyboard designed to raise the standard for high-end hall-effect magnetic switch keyboards. Targeting professional gaming, office productivity, and enthusiast customization in one integrated device, it is one of the few magnetic switch keyboards on the market to combine a distinctive 98% layout with a front-facing RGB lightbox.

The R98 HE introduces a dual carbon fiber composite configuration, pairing a forged-texture