Windows 11 is readying support for 1,000+ Hz monitors, assuming you got one

Microsoft appears to be future-proofing Windows as monitor manufacturers push refresh rates beyond current limits. While displays this fast are still rare, the software groundwork suggests Microsoft expects the hardware to arrive sooner rather than later.

You might want to double-check before buying laptops from this Chinese brand

What makes the situation more unusual is that the laptop’s packaging, product pages, BIOS, and even Windows system tools reportedly identify the chip as a Ryzen 5 7430U, making it difficult for buyers to detect the discrepancy without deeper inspection. The discovery has raised concerns about transparency in the budget laptop market, especially since this isn’t the first time such a mismatch has been reported.

There’s a new global factor for a potentially serious price hike for PCs and mobile

One metal drawing particular attention is gallium, a critical element used in advanced semiconductor technologies. Market data show gallium prices have surged dramatically in recent months, reaching roughly $2,100 per kilogram in early March 2026, more than doubling from levels seen in early 2025. While the issue lies deep within the semiconductor supply chain, analysts warn that the ripple effects could eventually reach the consumer electronics market.