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Nvidia has reportedly halted production of the GeForce RTX 5090, with leaked factory notices suggesting its core chip will be repurposed for AI and data center cards. This move positions the RTX 5080 24GB as the new flagship gaming GPU in the 50-series. The decision is linked to an industry-wide memory shortage, heavily influenced by surging AI demand, impacting consumer tech across the board.
Analyst firm KB Securities warns of a severe RAM crisis by 2027, blaming surging AI demand. With Samsung and SK Hynix inventories critically low, consumers face higher prices and limited availability for computing components.
Journalist Kai Wright, co-host of The Guardian's *Stateside with Kai and Carter*, revealed in a Verge interview his deliberate choice to not buy new smartphones, citing frustration with planned obsolescence. He relies on hand-me-down devices, advocating for technology that endures rather than constantly requiring upgrades. His views reflect a growing consumer sentiment for durable, less complicated gadgets and a more sustainable tech industry.
Tech veterans David Pierce, Nilay Patel, John Higgins, and Nest co-founder Matt Rogers revisit the legacy of the Logitech Harmony universal remote on The Verge’s “Version History” podcast. Despite being the market leader for years, the Harmony ultimately faded, highlighting the persistent challenge of unifying home entertainment control. Its story reveals how even a compelling product can struggle in an evolving tech landscape.
