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Digital Trends
5 days ago
- Business
- Digital Trends
GT 210, RX 580, and more: Amazon's GPU bestsellers list is a time capsule
What's happened? Gamers are always chasing the best graphics cards, right? Not so much. The latest Amazon sales data showed that some truly ancient GPUs are still bought hundreds of times per month. New sales data from Amazon U.S., published by TechEpiphany, revealed some interesting insights into the current state of the GPU market. While the top-selling card in July was Nvidia's RTX 5070, the list contains many older GPUs from the last decade. The GT 710, a card from 2014, saw 1,050 units sold, putting it in the top 15 by unit sales. Similarly, the GT 1030, GT 730, and even the GT 610 each sold hundreds of units, despite being low-end or obsolete. High-end GPUs like the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 dominate revenue but have far fewer total unit sales. The revenue from selling 1,450 RTX 5090s amounted to a whopping $3,863,674.50, which is still more than selling 6,050 units of the RTX 5070. The GT 210, a GPU that wasn't highly regarded even when it launched back in 2009, sold the same number of units as the recent Intel Arc B580. While the data is interesting, there's no way to verify whether every part of it is valid. 🔥 GPU Retail Sales Amazon US July '25 Total Units Sold: 41,800 AMD: 7,750 units (18.54% market share) Intel: 1,100 units (2.63% market share) NVIDIA: 32,950 units (78.83% market share) Total Revenue: $20,996,254.50 AMD: $4,284,973.50 (20.41% revenue share) Intel: $223,115.00… — TechEpiphany (@TechEpiphanyYT) August 6, 2025 This is important because: GPU prices are all over the place right now, and this sales data highlights that many PC owners may be priced out of modern GPU upgrades. Aging or ultra-budget cards like the GT 710 and GT 610 are still selling in volume, despite offering very poor gaming performance by today's standards. The trend suggests that entry-level PC builders or casual users are settling for cards that are underpowered or nearly obsolete. While many of the lower-end cards may have been bought for reasons other than gaming, they, too, have newer alternatives — possibly too pricey. Recommended Videos Why should I care? The data shows that flagship cards aren't the only way to go, and many people settle for less, given the current economic climate. If you're building or upgrading a PC, this data shows you're not alone in shopping on a budget. Finding a truly affordable GPU is still tough, and you might need to choose between old hardware and overspending. We do not advise buying these low-end cards for gaming — save up for something from the last two or three generations. Okay, what's next? If you need a new GPU, keep an eye out for GPU deals instead of buying something ancient. GPU prices have been high this whole year, but we're seeing signs of improvement. Unless you really need a discrete GPU, it's better to wait than to buy a $35 GT 210. AMD APUs with built-in graphics offer another alternative.
Local Sweden
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Local Sweden
Swedish word of the day: slöjd
Today's word of the day is one you've probably heard if you have school-age kids in Sweden. Advertisement Slöjd is a bit of an umbrella term. It usually refers to some kind of creative or crafty activity including some degree of handiwork, for example träslöjd (woodwork), metallslöjd (metalwork) and textil- or syslöjd (textile crafts, like knitting, or sewing and embroidery). It's also a compulsory subject for Swedish schoolchildren. Prior to the 1960s, slöjd was split into manlig slöjd (male slöjd), which consisted of work with hard materials like wood and metal, and kvinnlig slöjd, (female slöjd), using textiles. Now, however, all children in Swedish schools try both types of slöjd, switching each semester. It also used to be a school subject taught in the US in the early 20th century, known as sloyd in English. Don't miss any of our Swedish words and expressions of the day by downloading The Local's app (available on Apple and Android) and then selecting the Swedish Word of the Day in your Notification options via the User button Slöjd differs from pyssel in that it is more advanced and usually requires some sort of skill, and often cannot be completed in one sitting. Pyssel, on the other hand, is a simpler kind of craft that is simple enough for even a small child to carry out, and usually can be finished in an hour or so without any kind of special tools. The word slöjd originally comes from an Old Norse word meaning skilled or crafty, and has the same root as sleight in the English phrase sleight of hand. Slöjd is still an important part of Swedish culture, and you can often find shops in major cities selling either the materials needed for slöjd or traditional Swedish handicrafts like Dala horses, handwoven textiles or small wooden figurines carved with a knife. Advertisement Example sentences: Jag jobbar som slöjdlärare i en grundskola. I work as a crafts teacher in a primary school. Jag gillar träslöjd men det kräver mycket plats och dyra verktyg. I like woodwork but you need a lot of space and expensive tools. Villa, Volvo, Vovve: The Local's Word Guide to Swedish Life, written by The Local's journalists, is available to order. Head to to read more about it. It is also possible to buy your copy from Amazon US, Amazon UK, Bokus or Adlibris.
Stuff.tv
14-07-2025
- Stuff.tv
This accessory may be the easiest way to listen to Hi-Fi audio from your phone
Got a killer pair of headphones, but nothing to plug them in to? Or maybe, you want to listen to Hi-Fi audio on your cans, but your device (such as a smartphone) can't output the audio. You'll need a DAC – they're usually quite fiddly, but not this one. Campfire Audio's Relay accessory is a dinky new DAC/AMP that slides into your pocket without kicking up a fuss. Yet it still promises to deliver the kind of sound usually reserved for amps the size of bricks and the weight of top dollars. From the outside, Relay is sleek, aluminium-clad, and unapologetically premium. Inside, it's packing an AKM 4493 SEQ DAC chip, which might not mean much to your average Spotify-on-a-smart-fridge user, but those who've flirted with the idea of Hi-Fi on the go will be excited. The chip adds a bit of analogue charm to your digital music – promising a hint of warmth and a smidge of character. This thing can basically connect to any device. It has a USB-C connector and works with Windows, MacOS, iOS and Android. It even plays nice with gaming PCs, in case you want to take your gaming to the next level (pun fully intended). There's a real sense that Campfire Audio has tried to make the Relay not just portable, but usable. You get both 3.5mm and 4.4mm outputs, high and low gain modes, six filter options, support for up to 32-bit/768kHz playback, PCM and DSD formats, and even media playback controls. Campfire even included a bunch of thoughtful extras. You get a short USB-C cable that won't tangle, a microfibre cloth for the inevitable fingerprints, and a plush little bag to keep it all snug. The Campfire Audio Relay DAC/AMP is available now directly from the brand, Amazon US, Amazon UK, and specialist audio retailers. It'll set you back £229/$229, which is pretty comparable for this kind of device.
Android Authority
11-07-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
These wireless ANC earbuds from Baseus are on sale for under $30
If you're in the market for new earbuds with future-proof features at an affordable price, Baseus is offering a limited-time deal worth checking out. The newly launched Baseus Bass BP1 Pro (sold as the EP10 Pro in the EU) is now just $27.99 on Amazon US — down from its original $39.99 price. It's rare to find active noise canceling (ANC) in affordable wireless earbuds, but the Bass BP1 Pro earbuds promise to deliver in this regard. Baseus says the real-time adaptive active noise cancelation is capable of cutting up to 50dB of ambient noise, backed by four built-in sensors. Whether commuting or working from a noisy cafe, the adaptive ANC automatically adjusts to your surroundings. When it comes to sound quality, the Bass BP1 Pro has 10mm drivers with volume-adaptive Active EQ and support for Hi-Res audio over LDAC — an unexpected bonus in this price tier. Everyone has their own preferences when listening to music, which is why Baseus has included a companion app for user customization of the earbuds. Within the Baseus app, you can customize the noise cancelation modes and sound quality modes. To easily adjust the sound, you can enable Bass Boost or Dynamic Balance mode. There are also seven different EQ presets to select from, and even a spatial audio mode. Despite the budget price, these earbuds are future-proofed, thanks to the inclusion of Bluetooth 6.0. We haven't seen the latest Bluetooth 6.0 in most flagship earbuds released in 2025, let alone in earbuds that are this affordable. If you enjoy gaming, you'll appreciate that the earbuds also support low-latency connectivity, down to 0.058s. If you are out on the go, you don't need to worry about taking calls as these earbuds have a 6-mic AI noise reduction system. The elements also aren't a concern, as they have an IP55 dust and water resistance rating. Battery life can support a full day of listening, with up to 12 hours of playback on a single charge (ANC off), or 7 hours with ANC on. The charging case extends that to 55 hours of total playback time, and a 10-minute quick charge gives you 2.5 hours of playtime. You can pick up the Baseus BP1 Pro in Space Black, Moon White, or Ocean Blue. At $27.99, it undercuts many competitors while offering features you typically only find in earbuds twice the price. If you are looking for the ultimate value-for-money ANC earbuds for your daily commute, grab this deal while you can. Baseus Bass BP1 Pro Baseus Bass BP1 Pro The BP1 Pro delivers adaptive noise cancelling anywhere with -50dB reduction and balanced audio anytime via volume-adaptive EQ. Enjoy Hi-Res LDAC sound, Bluetooth 6.0, IP55 resistance, an ergonomic fit, and up to 55 hours of playtime with fast charging. See price at Amazon Save $12.00 $12 Coupon
GSM Arena
11-07-2025
- Business
- GSM Arena
Amazon US: here are the best Prime Day smartphone deals
Peter, 10 July 2025 Two days have passed, two more to go - this year Amazon Prime Day is four days long. However, deals are available only while supplies last. We've already seen some models go out of stock, while the prices of others have changed. We start off with Samsung whose entire S-series is discounted. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is still the best phone in the family, unless you want something thin and light – here's how the S25 Ultra compares with the S25 Edge. Of course, the main reason to pick the Ultra is the advanced camera setup – here's our S25 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comparison for more on two of the best camera phones in the US market. If you're interested in the Pixels, scroll down a bit. One of the main complaints that we saw about the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was the price – at $300 off, it's almost palatable. Of course, you can have an S25+ for $100 less. Here are our thoughts on the Galaxy S25 Edge vs. S25+ debate to help you decide. Speaking of the Samsung Galaxy S25+, it's not glamorous, but it's a sturdy workhorse. While it doesn't have the cameras of the Ultra, it has the same Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and DeX capabilities and it's a good deal cheaper. Of course, you can also go for the vanilla Samsung Galaxy S25. It's pretty cheap right now and it is one of the smallest flagships that you can buy. Samsung Galaxy S25 $240 off Read our review 12/256GB - $620 at Amazon US As promised, here come the Pixels. Starting with the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, which doesn't have the fastest chipset around (the Tensor G4 is more of a mid-range chip), but it has stellar cameras. Google Pixel 9 Pro XL $350 off Read our review 16/128GB - $750 at Amazon US Those same cameras are also available on the smaller Google Pixel 9 Pro, which is surprisingly competitive with its Pro XL sibling. Google Pixel 9 Pro $240 off Read our review 16/512GB - $970 at Amazon US Moving over to the mid-range, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE offers a good balance between price, performance and features. It's powered by the Exynos 2400e and has a 6.7' 1080p+ display, plus a 50+8+12MP camera with a 3x/75mm telephoto. It has DeX too, thanks to the USB-C 3.2 port. Samsung Galaxy S24 FE $180 off Read our review 8/128GB - $470 at Amazon US The Samsung Galaxy A36 is about the same size, but you lose on performance (Snapdragon 6 Gen 3) and DeX (the USB-C port is 2.0). There's no telephoto lens on this one either and it's an overall less premium model with a plastic frame (instead of aluminum) and an IP67 rating (vs. IP68 on the S24 FE). Samsung Galaxy A36 $100 off Read our review 8/128GB - $300 at Amazon US Samsung doesn't really have a small mid-ranger this year, but Google does, the Pixel 9. It has the same chipset as the Pixel 9 Pro along with the same main and ultra-wide cameras – but it misses out on the periscope and a few other features. Here is a detailed Pixel 9 vs. 9 Pro comparison. Google Pixel 9 $250 off Read our review 12/128GB - $550 at Amazon US It's not small but it's quite powerful – the OnePlus 13R boasts a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and a 6.78' LTPO display, while costing less than the Pixel 9. It has a dedicated tele lens too, a 50MP 2x/47mm camera to go with the 50MP main and 8MP ultra-wide. There's no wireless charging like on the S24 FE or Pixel 9, but the large 6,000mAh battery supports 80W wired charging. OnePlus 13R $100 off Read our review 12/256GB - $500 at Amazon US We will wrap up with an all-out gaming phone, the RedMagic 10S Pro. It has an air-cooled Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version (similar to 'for Galaxy') and even though the fan doesn't do much, this is still one of the fastest phones around. And it is specced with tons of memory, 24GB LPDDR5T RAM and 1TB UFS 4.1 Pro storage. Plus, the 6.85' 144Hz OLED display has an under-display camera and no rounded corners that would eat into the game graphics. The massive 7,050mAh battery with 80W charging is worth mentioning too. RedMagic 10S Pro $175 off Read our review 24GB/1TB - $994 at Amazon US The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is powered by a Tensor G4, which already feels slow and one of the strengths of foldables is supposed to be multitasking. Still, Google is working hard on making Android better on foldables and the Pixel puts you in the front seat of that development. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is down to $800 - that's $100 less than the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE pricing, despite having mostly the same hardware. "Mostly", the Z Flip6 uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, while the FE is powered by the Exynos 2400. Both chips are from last year, but the Snapdragon has a clear advantage in performance and efficiency. You can find more on Galaxy Z Flip7, Z Flip7 FE and Z Fold7 pricing here. The Motorola Razr+ 2024 is a bit cheaper than the Z Flip6. It doesn't have dust resistance (it's rated IPX8 compared to IP48) and it uses the weaker Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip compared to the 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy. Other differences include a 50MP 2x/47mm telephoto camera instead of an ultra-wide (12MP on the Galaxy). Both phones have 4,000mAh batteries, but Motorola has faster wired charging (45W vs. 25W) and the same wireless (15W). Motorola Razr+ 2024 $300 off Read our review 12/256GB - $700 at Amazon US You can go even cheaper with the Motorola Razr 2024. The Dimensity 7300X is rather weak, but it's paired with a decent 4,200mAh battery with 30W wired and 15W wireless charging ('decent' because the chip's efficiency hurts battery life). The 3.6' cover display is comparable to that of the Z Flip6, though, and you get a 6.9' 120Hz LTPO OLED on the inside. Motorola Razr 2024 $200 off Read our review 8/256GB - $500 at Amazon US We may get a commission from qualifying sales.
