Zotac steps into the ring: The Zone aims for high-end handheld glory

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Move over, ROG Ally X and MSI Claw 8 AI Plus! Zotac—the graphics card giant—has officially thrown its hat into the second-generation Windows gaming handheld ring with the Zone. This newcomer brings unique features to the table, setting itself apart from the competition.

The Zone boasts an OLED screen, a rarity in the PC handheld space (only the Steam Deck OLED offered it previously). It also features innovative two-stage adjustable triggers like an Xbox Elite controller, drift-resistant Hall effect joysticks, and symmetrical PlayStation-style joysticks. But wait, there's more! The Zone packs in programmable dials around each joystick, twin Steam Deck-like trackpads, a built-in kickstand, a secure Windows Hello camera, and conveniently placed USB4 ports on both the top and bottom.

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Apple Watch gets smarter and healthier with WatchOS 11

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Apple unveiled its latest Apple Watch software update, WatchOS 11, at its annual WWDC event. The update focuses on fitness, health, and improved usability.

WatchOS 11 introduces "training load," a metric that measures the intensity of your workouts and their impact on recovery. It uses heart rate, pace, elevation, weight, and height to provide a score (1-10) reflecting your training effort. You can adjust the score if it doesn't match your perception.

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ADATA unveils XPG Nia modular handheld gaming PC concept

ADATA unveils XPG Nia modular handheld gaming PC concept

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ADATA is making waves with the XPG Nia, a prototype handheld gaming PC boasting unique features that cater to enthusiast gamers. It was first seen at Computex 2024 in Taiwan.

From the outside, you'll notice the front-facing webcam and tilting display. It promises a comfortable handheld experience. But the real innovation lies within. The XPG Nia prioritizes user control. It's the first handheld to utilize LPCAMM2 memory, allowing for RAM upgrades.

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