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Computer set-ups are divided into two different parts, the hardware and the peripherals. PC hardware refers to all of the physical components such as input, processing, storage, output and communication devices.

These components will often define the size and the specifications of PC hardware. From those for gaming to those dedicated to cryptocurrency mining, the range of PC hardware is very wide and is sold across a variety of channels.

PC hardware that relates to features such as speed or storage will greatly improve the running of a PC, and these can be changed and adapted with technical work. Choosing the right PC hardware is essential for companies and organisations’ network stability and structure.
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Cherry debuts TMR magnetic gaming keyboards at 8k Hz

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Cherry Xtrfy unveils 8k Hz TMR magnetic gaming keyboards, led by the GBP £199.99 MX 8.2 Pro TMR Wireless with 0.01 mm precision input.
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ASUS unveils Copilot+ PCs with new ProArt & Zenbook

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ASUS debuts a Copilot+ PC line at CES 2026 with creator ProArt gear, dual‑screen Zenbooks and budget Vivobooks spanning three chip platforms.
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Asus ROG unveils Kojima Ludens-themed Flow Z13-KJP

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Asus ROG teams with Kojima Productions on a Ludens-themed Flow Z13-KJP gaming tablet and peripherals, debuting the range at CES.
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Alienware adds anti-glare OLED & AMD to gaming range

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Alienware brings anti-glare OLED to 16-inch gaming laptops, adds new Intel, Nvidia and AMD chips, and teases ultra-slim and budget models.
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Dell unveils thinner XPS 14 & 16, XPS 13 to return

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Dell debuts slimmer XPS 14 and 16 with faster AI performance and longer battery life, and promises an ultra-thin XPS 13 later this year.
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Sandisk retires WD_BLACK and WD Blue for Optimus SSDs ranges

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Sandisk scraps WD_BLACK and WD Blue SSD lines, unifying its internal NVMe range under a new three-tier SANDISK Optimus brand.
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LG unveils ultra-light Aerominum gram laptops with AI

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LG is debuting ultra-light Aerominum gram laptops at CES 2026, pairing tougher metallic designs with dual on-device and cloud AI tools.
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LG unveils UltraGear evo 5K AI gaming monitor lineup

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LG has launched UltraGear evo, a trio of 5K AI gaming monitors that upscale on-device to ease GPU demands ahead of CES 2026 debut.
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Samsung unveils 6K 3D & 1,040Hz Odyssey monitors

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Samsung’s 2026 Odyssey lineup debuts a 6K glasses-free 3D flagship and an esports-focused monitor boasting a blistering 1,040Hz mode.
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Has 2025 seen a successful refresh to Windows 11?

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Windows 11 now leads with 53.7% market share, but 2025’s patches, bugs and pressure tactics have left many users unconvinced by the upgrade.
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Intel unveils Canada laptop guide with game giveaway

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Intel launches a Canada laptop guide from CAD $399.99 to CAD $2,199.99, bundling select gaming models with a free blockbuster PC title.
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DigiDirect Group acquires Mwave to expand gaming portfolio

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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The digiDirect Group has acquired online gaming retailer Mwave, expanding its portfolio and promising continuity for staff and customers amid post-pandemic challenges.
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Hands-on Review: Corsair K70 Core TKL Wireless keyboard

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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The Corsair K70 Core TKL Wireless keyboard combines compact design with customisable RGB features, offering gamers and professionals a versatile and comfortable typing experience.
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Hands-on Review: Corsair M55 Wireless gaming mouse

Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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The Corsair M55 Wireless gaming mouse combines a nostalgic design with modern functionality, offering 185 hours of battery life at an affordable price.
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HP unveils OmniBook Ultra PC & OmniStudio X series

Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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HP launches the OmniBook Ultra AI PC, featuring AMD tech, and the OmniStudio X series with Intel and NVIDIA options, starting at USD $2699.
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ADLINK unveils AI Edge Server MEC-AI7400 for smart manufacturing

Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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ADLINK Technology unveils its AI Edge Server MEC-AI7400 series, aimed at revolutionising smart manufacturing with generative AI and digital twin integrations.
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Evolving a data centre into an Artificial Intelligence factory

Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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The advent of AI factories is revolutionising business operations by merging GenAI capabilities with modernised data centres, enhancing productivity and sustainability.
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Samsung unveils 2024 monitor lineup: gaming & smart models

Mon, 24th Jun 2024
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Samsung unveils its 2024 monitor lineup with a range of gaming, smart, and professional models, featuring cutting-edge AI enhancements and proprietary technologies.
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Hannover Messe 2024 highlights tech trends, AI, sustainability

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Hannover Messe 2024 spotlighted key trends in industrial technology, including sustainability, AI, and edge computing, setting the stage for future advancements.
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Arm ambitions for 100+ billion AI devices by 2025

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Arm CEO Rene Haas announced at Computex 2024 plans to deploy over 100 billion AI-ready Arm devices by 2025, emphasising energy efficiency and a strong software ecosystem.