Welcome to the latest edition of our tech updates series—now in its 12th installment! What started as a casual roundup of tech news has grown into a popular segment, thanks to your incredible support. In this article, we’ll be diving deep into the most relevant updates from the world of laptops, smartphones, gaming, and the global tech market.
Let’s jump right into it.
💻 Upcoming Laptops with AMD & Intel CPUs
🔥 AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D Laptop Benchmarks
The benchmark scores for AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 9 9955HX3D laptop processor are now public—and they are impressive. These X3D chips are specially targeted at gamers, offering top-tier performance. With growing demand from users who prefer gaming and streaming on-the-go, this processor provides a solid solution for those avoiding full desktop builds.
🖥️ Acer Predator Helios with Intel Core Ultra HX & RTX 5060
The Acer Predator Helios laptop, powered by the Intel Core Ultra HX Series and NVIDIA RTX 5060, was recently spotted on a Hong Kong-based website. While official pricing and India launch dates are yet to be confirmed, this is a clear indicator that premium gaming laptops are evolving rapidly.
👉 Intel Core Ultra HX Series
👉 NVIDIA RTX 5060 Series
📈 Snapdragon X Elite 2 Laptops on the Way
ARM-based Windows laptops featuring Snapdragon X Elite 2 chips are set to release soon, with a reported 22% performance increase over the previous generation. The real challenge remains software optimization—native apps will be key to unlocking the full potential of these devices, and battery life remains a strong selling point.
👉 Qualcomm Snapdragon X Series
🌏 US-China Tariff War: Impact on Tech Launches
Tech product launches are facing significant delays due to the escalating US-China tariff war. With the U.S. planning tariffs as high as 145% and China threatening retaliatory duties, global tech supply chains are in disarray. Major U.S.-based companies like Apple, Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA rely on components and manufacturing from China. The consequences?
- Delayed launches
- Increased prices
- Reduced consumer demand
On the bright side, this might accelerate the diversification of manufacturing hubs to countries like India and Vietnam. However, setting up these factories is a long-term process.
🖥️ Desktop GPUs & Mini-PCs
Asus ROG NUC with RTX 5080
Asus officially announced the ROG NUC, a compact gaming PC powered by RTX 5080 and Intel Core Ultra Series HX processors. Mini-PCs are gaining traction for their power and portability, even if they don’t come cheap.
GPU Mix-up on Swedish Website
A mix-up occurred on an Asus Sweden page where the RX 7900 GRE and 7900 XT were incorrectly merged in a listing. GRE (Golden Rabbit Edition) is AMD’s budget-friendly variant and is expected to arrive soon.
📱 Smartphones: Realme, OnePlus, Motorola & CMF
- Realme GT7 will feature a massive 7200 mAh battery, 100W fast charging, and the Dimensity 9400+ chip, targeting performance enthusiasts.
- OnePlus 15 is rumored to debut LIPO displays, improving brightness and reducing bezels—an upgrade from LTPO displays.
- CMF Phone 2 Pro will launch with a charger included, a much-needed addition based on user feedback. The base CMF phone lacked this.
- Motorola is stepping into laptops, and Asus is moving into smartphones with the ZX and ZX Pro series priced around ₹10,000 and ₹18,000 respectively, featuring Dimensity 6300 and 7400 chipsets.
👉 CMF by Nothing
👉 Realme India
👉 OnePlus India
📉 Smartphone Prices May Rise
With future chipsets from Qualcomm, MediaTek, and Apple to be manufactured on TSMC’s 2nm process, wafer costs are increasing. While this means better performance and power efficiency, it also points to higher smartphone prices.
👉 TSMC
🔄 Samsung One UI 7 Rollout
Samsung will begin rolling out the One UI 7 update across its older devices. Rollout schedules vary by model and region, so keep an eye out for your device to be included.
🎮 Indian Creator Launches Soulslike Game
Popular AI-centric tech creator Varun Maya has launched a new Soulslike game with a full Indian vibe. Developed over 8 months by a 40-person team, the game captures rich environments and lighting. While gameplay physics and combat mechanics feel basic, it’s a promising start.
Their team revised the game’s title from “India’s First High-Quality Game” to a more accurate “India’s First Soulslike Game”, akin to Dark Souls or Elden Ring. With further polish, this could be a milestone for India’s gaming ecosystem.
🕹️ GTA’s Rival? MindsEye Launch Date Announced
MindsEye, led by ex-Rockstar President Leslie Benzies, is being touted as a GTA competitor. It blends elements from Cyberpunk and GTA-style gameplay. Set to launch on June 10, 2025, the game will be available on:
- Windows
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
Unlike GTA’s open-world design, MindsEye appears to be mission-based, possibly with semi-open world environments.
🆓 Free Games & PS Plus April Line-up
- Free on Epic Games Store: Boticula and Firestone
- PS Plus Games: RoboCop, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Hacker’s Memory
👉 Epic Games Store
👉 PlayStation Plus
🎮 Microsoft’s Handheld Gaming Console in Development
Microsoft is reportedly working on a new Windows-based handheld console under the project name Canon. While chipset details are unknown, it aims to compete directly with Steam Deck-style devices.
Conclusion
From hardware benchmarks to geopolitical impacts on tech, the industry is moving fast and reshaping itself in real-time. New form factors, powerful chips, and growing Indian contributions to gaming are setting the tone for a fascinating 2025.
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