TechLinked GPU price hikes, Wacky CES previews + more!
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Jan 1, 2026 Possible Nvidia GPU price hikes could see the RTX 5090 variants soaring to $5,000. Exciting previews from CES include quirky hardware like GameSir's new steering wheel controller and a unique OneX Sugar Wallet. A concerning report highlights melted connectors on RX 9070 XTs. The discussion turns to groundbreaking advancements such as a wireless brain implant that aids sensory restoration in mice and an innovative DNA data storage system capable of holding 60 PB per liter. Plus, Florida plans to charge EVs wirelessly while driving!
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High DRAM Costs Could Inflate GPU Prices
- GPU prices could spike due to rising DRAM costs and supply pressures. The RTX 5090 may approach $5,000 if memory prices stay high.
Vendors Passing Component Costs To Customers
- Component shortages are forcing vendors to raise prices or stop absorbing costs. ASUS reportedly plans price increases starting January 5, 2026, citing memory and storage scarcity.
Wacky CES Teasers: Steering Wheel Controller
- GameSir teased a wireless controller with a mini steering wheel and a full wheel-and-pedal set with a Turbine fan for airflow effects. OneXSugar Wallet is an eight-inch folding OLED handheld powered by a Qualcomm Gaming Platform flagship.