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Acer ConceptD 3 Ezel expands device series for creators

Includes a desktop, monitors

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Content creation has been a key market for laptop and notebook manufacturers. To cater to this specific set of consumers, Acer unveiled the ConceptD last year. This year, they expand that lineup starting with the ConceptD 3 Ezel.

The ConceptD 3 Ezel convertible notebook for creators on the move. It’s squarely aimed at design students, freelance designers and small design studios.

The ConceptD 3 Ezel is powerful enough to handle medium-size to complex CAD work with speed and accuracy.They come with a thinner and lighter look with both the clamshell and convertible form factors having 14″ and 15.6″ screens. It’s built this way so they can be used to edit and showcase work on the move.

Other usage modes include an adjustable float mode, traditional laptop mode, pad mode and share mode. The device’s creative toolbox includes programmable keys and a suite of connectivity options, such as a SD card 7.0 reader (YES!) and USB Type-C Thunderbolt3 port.

It weighs just 1.68 kg (14’’, 3.7 lbs) or 1.95 kg (15’’, 4.29 kg) and promises up to 18 hours of battery life.

ConceptD 3 Notebook

The ConceptD 3 Notebook does away with all the twists and flipping of the ConceptD 3 Ezel but still maintains its processing power meant for creative work.

Powered by either the NVIDIA Quadro T1000 (ConceptD 3 Pro) or the GeForce GTX 1650Ti GPUs and the new 10th Gen Intel Core H-series processors, it’s specifically designed to handle all 2D or 3D color-critical design work on a 14″ or 15.6″ FHD PANTONE Validated display.

ConceptD 100 Desktop

Equipped with a powerful 9th Gen Intel Core processor and an NVIDIA GeForce or Quadro GPU, the ConceptD 100 Desktop is ideal for graphics-intensive 2D design and entry-level 3D CAD modeling.

It’s a small form factor PC with up to 256 GB of ultrafast SSD storage, all-around connectivity and 32 GB of DDR4 RAM. Its front air intake and side-ventilation keep the mini workstation cool and ensure that its noise levels stay under 40 dBA.

Its powerful while looking like an elegant piece of tech that fits any kind of work or home environment.

The ConceptD CP5, CP3, and CM3 monitors

Rounding up the lineup are the ConceptD CP5, CP3, and CM3 monitors.

The CP5 and CP3 series of monitors are aimed at professional computer graphics creators, video editors and animators. Both monitor lines are designed for color accuracy, good resolution and a wide color gamut, the ability to work with HDR content, high refresh rates for blur-free images and a large screen to facilitate the design process and support collaboration.

The CP5 has a WQHD 2560 x 1440 resolution, VESA DisplayHDR 600, is Adaptive-Sync compatible and overclockable to a 170 Hz refresh rate.

The CP3 has similar specifications and supports 98% of the DCI-P3 wide color gamut, WQHD 3840 x 2160 with a refresh rate of up to 165 Hz as well as VESA DisplayHDR 400.

The ConceptD CM3 series of monitors is aimed specifically at professional graphic designers and photo editors desiring a monitor that can display finely detailed design concepts and 3D content.

It offers a 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 screen with a 4 ms (G to G) response time, 60 Hz refresh rate and a wide color gamut supporting 99% of the Adobe RGB color space. It’s compatible with AMD Radeon FreeSync, and with PANTONE Validation, Delta E<2 and VESA-certified DisplayHDR.

Pricing and availability

The ConceptD 3 Ezel

  • North America — August starting at US$ 1,499.99
  • Europe — September starting at EUR 1,699
  • China — August starting at CNY 9,999.

The ConceptD 3

  • North America — October starting at US$ 999.99
  • Europe — October starting at EUR 1,299
  • China — September starting at CNY 8,999.

The ConceptD 100 will be available in Europe in June starting at EUR 799.

The ConceptD CM3

  • North America — August starting at US$ 709.99
  • Europe — August starting at EUR 719
  • China — July starting at CNY 4,999.

The ConceptD CP3

  • North America — August starting at US$ 619.99
  • Europe — August starting at EUR 629
  • China — June starting at CNY 3,999.

The ConceptD CP5

  • North America — August starting at US$ 749.99
  • Europe — August starting at EUR 759
  • China — July starting at CNY 4,999.

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region.

Computers

AMD launches Radeon RX 9050 graphics card

Affordable GPU option for AAA titles

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AMD has launched the new AMD Radeon RX 9050 graphics card, expanding the Radeon RX 9000 series with an affordable option.

This brings AMD RDNA 4 gaming technologies to mainstream gamers with a retail price of US$ 279.

The particular GPU is designed for responsive gameplay at 1080p. That’s for esports and modern AAA titles.

Some popular titles it can run at high frame rates on a 1080p resolution include: Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Horizon 6, Pragmata, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Valorant, and Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, to name a few.

This highly efficient, drop-in upgrade features a 92W TBP and fully supports the latest AMD FSR technologies, next-gen raytracing, and high-quality AV1 video streaming.

Key specs:

  • Architecture: AMD RDNA 4
  • Compute Units: 16
  • VRAM: 8GB GDDR6
  • Game Clock / Boost Clock: 1.92 GHz / Up to 2.60 GHz
  • TBP: 92W

In line with the Radeon RX 9050 launch, AMD has also released AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.7.1.

This driver introduces official day-one support for Radeon RX 9050, alongside early multiplayer access for Gears of War: E-Day.

Users can download the software here.

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OBSBOT’s Meet Flip is your next best pocketable 4K webcam

Fold the Flip for further protection

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OBSBOT Meet Flip
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Several months ago, you might remember that OBSBOT revealed the Tiny 3 series of web cameras.

Six months after, they also unveil the all-new Meet Flip. From the name itself, it’s the company’s latest foldable 4K webcam that puts hardware privacy front and center.

Foldable and pocketable

Despite weighing just 37.7 grams, the Meet Flip aims to deliver premium webcam features for all types of users. Be it remote workers, professionals, or content creators.

OBSBOT Meet Flip

Graphics by Vincenz Lee | GadgetMatch

Undoubtedly, the biggest highlight has got to be the webcam’s folding design. Not only it’s portable, it protects your privacy too.

Closing the device physically blocks the lens, giving users a visual confirmation that the camera is no longer active. When it’s time for a meeting, simply unfold it and it’s ready to go.

That lightweight body also features a built-in mounting clip that works with laptops, monitors, and tripods. Users can mount it in landscape, portrait, or even upside-down orientations depending on their setup.

OBSBOT Meet Flip

Despite that absurd amount of lightweightness, the OBSBOT Meet Flip is still able to house a 1/2-inch Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor with Quad Bayer technology. That’s something more commonly found among bigger and higher-end web cameras.

Video Call

Other camera features include:

  • 4K video recording / 30fps
  • 1080p recording / up to 60fps
  • HDR support for challenging lighting
  • Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF)
  • 4x digital zoom
  • f/1.8 aperture with ISO 100-6400 support for low-light environments

Beyond just video calls

The OBSBOT Meet Flip isn’t just packed with serious camera hardware, it’s seriously intelligent as well.

The Meet Flip supports AI Auto Framing. This automatically keeps users centered during meetings — regardless if they are presenting alone or with a group. Gesture controls also let users activate framing or adjust zoom without touching the keyboard or mouse.

Video Call

Another standout feature is AI Magic Notes which provides real-time meeting transcription and automatically generates summaries, action items, and key discussion points.

The feature works with Google Meet, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams through OBSBOT Center. Every webcam includes complimentary transcription of 120 minutes.

With that being mentioned, OBSBOT Center also makes users gain access to software features such as background blur, virtual backgrounds, beauty mode, and picture-in-picture overlays for presentations.

Those who want more advanced controls can enable Smart Eye Tracking, teleprompter support, and manual image adjustments.

Conference Meeting

Audio also gets an upgrade through an intelligent dual-microphone system that offers four recording modes:

  • Directional Mode / solo calls
  • Dual-Directional Mode / interviews
  • Smart Omni Mode / group meetings
  • Pure Audio Mode / unprocessed stereo recording

AI Noise Reduction and Automatic Gain Control are also available across most modes to help improve voice clarity.

OBSBOT Meet Flip

OBSBOT’s Meet Flip is also compatible with mobile devices through the OBSBOT Live app and supports integrations with accessories including Elgato Stream Deck, Nintendo Switch 2, and UVC-to-NDI/HDMI adapters.

Pricing and Availability

The OBSBOT Meet Flip is available starting today for US$119 through OBSBOT’s online store, Amazon US, and select retailers worldwide. Regional pricing may vary.

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AORUS MASTER 16 Gen 2 2026 AI gaming laptop launches

For AI-powered performance, immersive gameplay

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GIGABYTE has announced the availability of the AORUS MASTER 16 Gen 2 2026 flagship AI gaming laptop.

This machine combines desktop-class performance, advanced cooling, and an exclusive AI agent in an ultra-thin 19mm portable design.

It is configurable up to an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU. Together, these work to provide close to desktop-level power.

The model also supports MUX Switch to simplify integrated GPU or discrete GPU selection with fast mode.

Beyond gaming, with an advanced GPU AI capability of up to 1824 AI TOPS, the AORUS MASTER 16 Gen 2 2026 is built for next-gen AI-assisted creation and accelerated workflow.

The entire system also leverages the flagship WINDFORCE INFINITY EX thermal solution, featuring a vapor chamber design and the integrated Frost Fan 2.0.

In front is a 16-inch 16:10 2.5K 240Hz OLED display with creator-grade color accuracy. It has up to a 0.2ms response time, 100% DCI-P3, and a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio.

Furthermore, it is Pantone Validated, TÜV Rheinland Certified, and VESA DisplayHDR 1000. Complementing this is Dolby Atmos and four dual-force speakers with Smart Amplifier.

At the center of the experience is the GiMATE exclusive AI agent. It is designed for more flexible and intelligent system control, streamlining performance management and introducing tools for modern workflow.

For instance, GiMATE Creator integrates generative image models into a manageable local workflow.

Meanwhile, GiMATE Coder supports natural-language code generation, correction, and optimization with Visual Studio Code auto-completion.

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