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During IFA 2024, Dell has updated its XPS 13 ultraportable laptop for the third time in a year, now featuring Intel’s newly announced Core Ultra 200V processors. This latest revision follows previous updates that included the original Core Ultra chip in April and a Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ variant in July.

The Intel Core Ultra 200V processors bring significant advancements, including a 48 TOPS neural processing unit (NPU) for AI tasks and enhanced performance and efficiency cores. Additionally, the integrated Xe2 GPU is 32% faster than the previous Core Ultra, outperforming competitors like AMD’s HX 360 and Qualcomm’s X Elite chip.

One notable downside of this update is that the XPS 13’s memory is not upgradeable, as the Core Ultra 200V chip features built-in RAM. The design, overall, also remains the same as before so, we won’t really have any noticeable novelties in terms of looks.

However, the laptop introduces a new tandem OLED display, which stacks two OLED panels for improved brightness. Dell also claims that the new XPS 13 can achieve up to 26 hours of battery life while streaming video on its 1080p+ screen.

Specs

Availability and Price

The XPS 13 with Intel’s Core Ultra 200V processors is available for pre-order starting at $1,400. This update highlights the rapid pace of advancements in PC hardware, making it challenging for consumers to keep up with the latest innovations.

DELL XPS 13 Updated With The New Intel Core Ultra 200V

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During IFA 2024 Sept. 4th at the next@acer global press conference in Berlin, Acer has unveiled new gaming PCs, including the Predator Orion 7000 desktop and Nitro V series laptops. Let’s get to know more about them!

Predator Orion 7000

The Predator Orion 7000 is a high-performance gaming desktop that features next-gen Intel processors, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPU, and advanced cooling with the Predator CycloneX 360 system fan and a CPU liquid cooler.

This setup enhances gaming performance by improving thermal efficiency by 15% and reducing motherboard temperatures. RAM can go up to 128 GB if the user picks 4 32 GB DDR5 MHz sticks, which most likely will give more than enough power to run AAA games like a breeze.

For even more fun, this beast includes interesting extras like 3 months of Xbox Game Pass, and it includes not only a Wired keyboard with Copilot key but also a mouse.

Specs

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Processors: Intel next-gen processors
• Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 GPU
• Memory:
  • 32/16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz RGB
  • 32/16 GB DDR5 6000XMP MHz RGB
  • Up to 128 GB (32 GB*4) Dual Channel DDR5 MHz
• CPU Cooling: Predator CycloneX 360 + CPU Liquid Cooling
• Storage:
  • Up to 4 TB HDD (Optional)
  • Up to 6 TB PCIe M.2 NVMe SSD with SSD swap slot (Optional)
• Ports:
  • Front:
    • 3x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type A ports
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type C port
  • Rear:
    • 1x LAN port
    • 3x Audio jacks (line in, audio out, mic)
    • 2x USB 2.0 Type A ports
    • 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps Type A ports
    • 1x Thunderbolt 4 port
• Power Supply: 1200W
• Wireless and Networking: Wi-Fi 7 Wireless LAN and Bluetooth 5.4 or above
• Included Peripherals: Wired keyboard with Copilot key and mouse
• Xbox Game Pass: 3 months free
• PredatorSense: Version 4
• Dimensions: 219 (W) x 504.8 (D) x 485 (H) mm [8.6 (W) x 19.87 (D) x 19.09 (H) inches]
• Weight: 25 kg

The Nitro V series

The Nitro V series includes two new laptops: the Nitro V 14 and Nitro V 16. The first one features AMD Ryzen 7 processors (AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, which is AMD Ryzen AI capable, or AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS), while the second bundles Intel Core i7-14650HX or Intel Core i5-14450HX chips.

These machines can be configured with powerful GPUs, going up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 respectively and up to 32 GB DDR5, which should be more than enough for both games and video editing, for those looking into content creation.

In the audio department, both come equipped with technologies like DTS X: Ultra, Acer Purified Voice 2.0 with AI noise reduction and 3-mic array, and Acer TrueHarmony technology.

Nitro V14

The Nitro V 14 is designed for gamers, students, and professionals seeking portability and performance. It features AMD Ryzen 8040 Series processors, up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, and a 14.5-inch display with options for WQXGA or WUXGA resolution.

It offers AI-enhanced features like DLSS 3.5 technology and extended battery life (up to 6 hours, according to the brand, which for a gaming PC is a good mark). In terms of display options, the user will be able to choose between panels with 2560×1600 or 1920×1200 resolution.

The machine stands out in terms of design with its pearl white chassis, a color that is not very common when we talk about gaming PCs, and when matched with the retro-illuminated keyboard and futuristic logo on the back, it will for sure grab some attention in the room.

Specs

Operating System: Windows 11 Home

Processors:

• AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (AMD Ryzen AI capable)
• AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS

Graphics:

• NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 4050
• NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 3050
• NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 2050

Memory: Up to 32 GB DDR5 system memory, dual-channel support

Display Options:

• 14.5” IPS + WQXGA (2560×1600), 16:10 aspect ratio, 350 nits brightness, 120 Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut
• 14.5” IPS + WUXGA (1920×1200), 16:10 aspect ratio, 300 nits brightness, 120 Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut

Storage: Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe, 16 Gb/s

Audio:

• DTS X: Ultra
• Acer Purified Voice 2.0 with AI noise reduction and 3-mic array
• Acer TrueHarmony technology

Camera: USB HD camera (1280×720)

Ports:

• 1x USB Type-C (USB 4 at 40 Gbps, DisplayPort, USB Charging)
• 2x USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 with USB charging)
• HDMI 2.1 with HDCP support
• MicroSD Card Reader

Battery:

• 57 Wh 4-cell Li-ion battery (for models with WQXGA panel)
• Up to 6 hours of battery life (based on video playback)

Wireless and Networking: Wi-Fi 6E Wireless LAN, supports Bluetooth 5.3 or above

Dimensions: 328.79 (W) x 234.5 (D) x 21.36/22.51 (H) mm [12.94 (W) x 9.23 (D) x 0.84/0.89 (H) inches] with Plastic A cover

Weight: 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs.) with 4-cell battery pack

Nitro V16

The Nitro V 16 targets entry-level gamers and multimedia users with a larger 16-inch display offering up to a 180Hz refresh rate. It is powered by Intel Core i7-14650HX or i5-14450HX processors and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, this will indeed be the favorite one of those looking for more power on-the-go.

For the display, users will be able to pick and choose between three different panels, two with 1920×1200 that can either bring 100% sRGB color gamut or NTSC 45% color gamut both at 300 nits, or a 2560×1600 one, with 180 Hz and 400 nits of brightness.

Regarding the design, this laptop comes only in black color which matches perfectly with an orange tone for the illuminated keyboard, giving it a solid look.

Specs

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Processors:
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX processor
  • Intel Core i5-14450HX processor
• Graphics:
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
• Memory: Up to 32 GB DDR5 system memory, dual-channel support
• Display Options:
  • 16” IPS + WQXGA (2560×1600), 16:10 aspect ratio, 400 nits brightness, 180 Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut
  • 16” IPS + WUXGA (1920×1200), 16:10 aspect ratio, 300 nits brightness, 165 Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut
  • 16” IPS + WUXGA (1920×1200), 16:10 aspect ratio, 165 Hz, NTSC 45% color gamut
• Storage:
  • Up to 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe, 16 Gb/s
  • Up to 2 TB NVMe, Raid 0 SSD
• Audio:
  • DTS X: Ultra
  • Acer Purified Voice 2.0 with AI noise reduction and 3-mic array
  • Acer TrueHarmony technology
• Camera: HD camera (1280×720) with 720p HD video at 30 FPS, Temporal Noise Reduction, Dual mic
• Ports:
  • 1x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, USB Charging)
  • 2x USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 with USB charging)
  • HDMI 2.1
• Battery: 57 Wh 4-cell Li-ion battery (for models with WQXGA panel)
• Wireless and Networking: Wi-Fi 6 AX201, supports Bluetooth 5.1 or above
• Dimensions: 361.24 (W) x 278.4 (D) x 24.74/25.46 (H) mm [14.22 (W) x 10.96 (D) x 0.97/1 (H) inches] with Plastic A cover
• Weight: 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs.), with 4-cell battery pack, WQXGA display

Excellent GPU for games

Both Nitro V laptops include MUX switches for GPU performance boosting and dual-fan cooling systems for optimal thermal management. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs in these devices are built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, supporting over 600 AI-accelerated apps and games.

Additionally, AI-powered DLSS 3.5 technology enhances gaming visuals, while Windows 11’s Copilot AI assistant aids in productivity.

Availability and Price

The Nitro V 14 will be available in North America in September, starting at $1,099.99, while the Nitro V 16 will be available in October, starting at $1,299.99. Pricing and availability vary by region.

Acer Unveils Predator Orion 7000 And Nitro V Laptops At IFA 2024

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By the early 2000s, it seemed everyone had two things: a cell phone and the certainty its radio waves could give them cancer. The first is arguably more true than ever, but a new World Health Organization-backed systematic review found no link between mobile phone use and brain cancer. These findings included no association with use for more than a decade, number of calls or length of time spent talking on the phone.

The review analyzed over 5,000 studies, eventually including 63 published between 1994 and 2022, which, together, included participants from 22 countries. The research, led by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA), also found no link to other head and neck cancers. This data comes ahead of the WHO’s publication of an Environmental Health Criterion Monograph looking at radio wave exposure’s impact on human health.

In 2011, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified radio waves as “possibly carcinogenic,” meaning it couldn’t rule out or confirm the link. This list also includes aloe vera, coffee and working as a firefighter — among over 1,000 other entries. “This systematic review of human observational studies is based on a much larger dataset compared to that examined by the IARC, that also includes more recent and more comprehensive studies, so we can be more confident that exposure to radio waves from wireless technology is not a human health hazard,” Ken Karipidis, ARPANSA’s health impact assessment assistant director and the lead author, said in a statement. Karipidis and his team are if mobile phones have links to other cancers, such as leukemia.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/who-backed-study-finds-no-link-between-mobile-phone-use-and-brain-cancer-123032606.html?src=rss

Qualcomm is launching the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processor at IFA 2024 in Berlin, Germany.

The goal is to bring AI features introduced with previously announced, more expensive, Snapdragon X processors to more affordable PC laptops in the $700-$900 range. 

As seen in the specifications, the NPU (Neural Processing Unit, or AI processor) is just as performant as other SnapDragon X chips that are already available. This enables Microsoft Copilot+ to run as fast and efficiently on upcoming laptops. In fact, Acer, ASUS, Dell Technologies, HP, Lenovo, and Samsung should immediately announce Snapdragon X Plus 8-core products.

The GPU (graphics processor) performance is noticeably lower than on higher-end Snapdragon X processors with a higher core count (see image below). As such, this product is aimed at the productivity and entertainment market, where 3D graphics and video editing are not heavily used. 

It can power three external monitors for productivity applications, including video conferencing. Entertainment on the go should also be a breeze, and thanks to Qualcomm’s platform’s extreme power efficiency, you can watch movies for long hours.

Thanks to its smartphone business, Qualcomm can offer some of the best wireless connectivity in the industry, whether via 5G, WiFi 7, or both. Not only that but users can also benefit from lesser-known features such as high-quality audio with Snapdragon Sound or excellent camera and video software inherited from advanced smartphone platforms.

We previously attended the San Francisco media event where Qualcomm unveiled the more powerful Snapdragon X Elite. Since then, Qualcomm and its partners have kept rolling out new always-connected PC products at increasingly more affordable prices.

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus 8-core Brings Microsoft Copilot+ to Premium PC Laptops

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At IFA 2024 in Berlin, Intel made a significant announcement with the launch of its latest processor, the Intel Core Ultra 200V, based on the Lunar Lake architecture. This new chip marks a pivotal advancement for the tech giant, as it promises not just improved performance but also vastly superior power efficiency, addressing a key industry trend.

DELL, Samsung, and LG have unveiled new laptop models equipped with Intel’s new Core Ultra processors (Series 2), including the XPS 13, Galaxy Book5 Pro 360, and LG Gram 16.

The Lunar Lake architecture represents a substantial evolution from its predecessor, Meteor Lake. With it, Intel has doubled the number of CPU cores and cache memory, a move designed to enhance both processing power and efficiency (and per-core die area).

This increase in core count is particularly noteworthy as it reflects a broader industry shift towards higher core counts, with applications and operating systems increasingly optimized to leverage multiple cores for better performance. By removing hyper-threading in favor of more physical cores, Intel is betting on a strategy that aligns with current software development trends.

A key feature of the Lunar Lake architecture is the integration of RAM directly into the processor package. This design significantly reduces the energy required for data transfer between the CPU and RAM, contributing to the chip’s overall power efficiency. Intel claims that this architectural change allows the Core Ultra 200V to achieve power efficiency levels comparable to Qualcomm, a company traditionally known for its energy-efficient mobile processors. Intel presented benchmark results showing that its Core Ultra 200V is on par with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite Series in terms of performance and power efficiency.
If this claim holds, it could represent a game-changing achievement for Intel, particularly in a market where power efficiency is increasingly critical, especially for mobile and portable devices.

Beyond the CPU, Intel has made significant strides in enhancing the GPU (graphics processing unit) and NPU (neural processing unit) units. The company reports a 58% improvement in AI performance compared to the previous generation, highlighting the growing importance of AI processing in modern computing tasks.

Additionally, the GPU’s gaming performance is reportedly strong enough to be competitive with leading alternatives, which could make the Core Ultra 200V an attractive option for casual gamers and content creators.

Intel’s claims about the Core Ultra 200’s performance are supported by promising internal benchmarks, but the true measure of its capabilities will be seen once verified independently. If these performance gains are confirmed, the Lunar Lake architecture could signify a significant leap forward for Intel in terms of raw power and efficiency.

The competitive pressure within the semiconductor industry has driven considerable innovation. Intel’s latest offering demonstrates how this rivalry continues to benefit consumers, who stand to gain from more powerful, efficient, and versatile computing solutions.

Lunar Lake Power-Revolution: Intel Unveils the Core Ultra 200 at IFA 2024

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