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Desktop and laptop stocks could significantly improve in 2022. (Image Source: Fortune)

New report: chip shortages finally easing for PC integrators, but the smartphone market is lagging behind

While chip shortages should gradually ease each quarter this year, laptop integrators are currently unable to secure enough PCIe 3.0 SSD controllers and possibly certain Intel Alder Lake processors. Smartphone integrators, on the ...
Bogdan Solca, 12 Jan 2022 19:06
STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl will be playable on December 8, 2022

GSC Game World pushes STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl release date to December 2022

STALKER 2: Heart of Chernobyl has officially been delayed to December 8, 2022. Initially, it was slated for an April 28 release on PC/Xbox as a day-one Game Pass title.
Anil Ganti, 12 Jan 2022 16:54
AMD Ryzen 7 5700G (Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7 5700G in review: 8-core desktop APU based on Zen3 with Vega graphics unit

"Cezanne" for the desktop! With the APUs of the 2000 and 3000 series aka "Raven Ridge" and "Picasso", AMD has repeatedly developed inexpensive processors with a fast graphics unit in the last few years. Based on Zen 3, "Cezanne" series now follows and raises the bar a bit again with the Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 7 5700G.
AMD Ryzen 7 5700G | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 32.00"
Sebastian Bade, 12 Jan 2022 12:26
eTeknix tested the RTX 3080 12 GB with an MSI SUPRIM X. (Image source: MSI)

Early NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB benchmarks point to it being a hot and power-hungry card that nearly matches the RTX 3080 Ti in games

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is here after months of leaks and rumours. Initial benchmarks show that the RTX 3080 12 GB offers better gaming performance than the RTX 3080, almost to the extent that it matches the RTX 3080 Ti....
Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2022 12:04
Image quality seemingly beter than 4K but with 1080p performance. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia to introduce Deep Learning Dynamic Super Resolution downscaler with January 14 graphics driver update

DLDSR provides image quality comparable to 4K resolution while maintaining native resolution performance. It remains an Nvidia-exclusive feature as it requires the AI-powered Tensor cores found only on RTX cards.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Jan 2022 10:58
AndaSeat Phantom 3 gaming chair unveiled January 11, 2022 (Source: AndaSeat)

AndaSeat unveils the Phantom 3 gaming chair, reactive rocking function and up to 160° recline in tow

Described as "the ultimate comfy gaming chair users won't want to leave," AndaSeat's Phantom 3 comes in white, black, gray, or pink and features an easy-to-assemble yet durable design, reactive rocking, up to 160° recline, and com...
Codrut Nistor, 11 Jan 2022 23:46
Sharkoon SKILLER SGS20 gaming chair (Source: Sharkoon)

Sharkoon SKILLER SGS20 gaming chair now available for 219 Euros (~US$248)

With no less than four color options (gray, red, orange, and blue), the Sharkoon SKILLER SGS20 comes with two cover choices, namely synthetic leather and fabric. It has a load capacity of 120 kilograms (265 pounds) and is availabl...
Codrut Nistor, 11 Jan 2022 21:34
UltraRAM could be mass produced in just a few years. (Image Source: Lancaster University)

UltraRAM inches closer to mass production: non-volatile memory with DRAM speeds on the horizon

Developed by researchers from the Lancaster University in UK, UltraRAM is almost ready for mass production and could soon offer a unified solution that acts as RAM and storage. The technology relies on compound semiconductors that...
Bogdan Solca, 11 Jan 2022 21:07
PUBG: Battlegrounds is now free to play on PC and consoles (image via Krafton)

PUBG: Battlegrounds embraces free-to-play model four years after launch

Anyone with a PC/console and an internet connection can now play PUBG: Battlegrounds. However, some features such as ranked matchmaking are locked behind the US$12.99 Battlegrounds Plus upgrade.
Anil Ganti, 11 Jan 2022 19:58
MSI is one of several board partners to announce RTX 3080 12 GB cards on launch day. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA officially launches the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB without an MSRP and prevents day one reviews

NVIDIA has dropped the RTX 3080 12 GB, an RTX 3080 that brings more RAM, CUDA cores and a wider memory interface. For some reason, NVIDIA has not confirmed how much the card should cost. Also, it decided against releasing press dr...
Alex Alderson, 11 Jan 2022 18:07
The bittersweet clip has been called "RTX 3090 Ti Buying Experience". (Image source: Fox/Disney/NikTek)

Reworked Simpsons clip predicts RTX 3090 Ti price will end up hitting US$5,000

A cleverly reworked clip from The Simpsons has predicted that the price tag for the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti could eventually hit US$5,000, especially if it gets in the hands of scalpers or unscrupulous retailers. The MSRP for t...
Daniel R Deakin, 11 Jan 2022 17:12
EVGA will be one of NVIDIA's partners to sell the RTX 3080 12 GB. (Image source: EVGA via VideoCardz)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB pre-orders begin today as another launch descends into chaos

The RTX 3080 12 GB has appeared out of nowhere, with pre-orders set to begin today. Reputedly, NVIDIA's review embargo will lift simultaneously, but without the company published any drivers for the graphics card. However, a few r...
Alex Alderson, 11 Jan 2022 14:22
AMD Ryzen 7000 Raphael engineering samples are being spotted in the wild already. (Image Source: @ExecuFix on Twitter)

AMD Zen 4 Ryzen 7000 Raphael ES APUs with 8 and 16 cores spotted in MilkyWay@home project, shown to feature double the L2 cache per core compared to Zen 3

Engineering samples (ES) of AMD Ryzen 7000 Raphael are already being tested in the wild if a recent entry discovered in the MilkyWay@home project is anything to go by. The listing does not reveal the clocks but does confirm an 8C/...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 11 Jan 2022 13:04
eMeet C970L 1080p60 webcam on sale for $35 USD with integrated light and privacy shutter (Image source: Amazon)

Deal | eMeet C970L 1080p60 webcam on sale for $35 USD with integrated light and privacy shutter

The integrated light isn't very bright and so it serves as a more supplementary role. Video quality is otherwise bright and clear with the handy built-in tripod connector and 6 ft USB cable.
Allen Ngo, 11 Jan 2022 06:12
GMKtec NucBox4 mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 3750H now available for pre-order starting at $539 USD (Source: GMKtec)

GMKtec NucBox4 mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 3750H now available for pre-order starting at $539 USD

The quad-core mini PC comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro and can support up to three displays simultaneously. The manufacturer expects the NucBox 4 to begin shipping this month.
Allen Ngo, 10 Jan 2022 07:05
Both Intel and AMD-powered models feature the same case. (Image Source: Asus)

Asus announces PN64 mini PCs with Intel Alder Lake processors and PN52 models with Ryzen 5000H APUs

The PN64 can be equipped with Alder Lake-P processors up to an i7-1280P or Alder Lake-H ones up to an i7-12700H coupled with DDR5-4800 RAM. No Ryzen 6000 processors for the AMD models this year, but the Ryzen 5000H APUs should sti...
Bogdan Solca, 07 Jan 2022 22:05
Concerns about the the global pandemic has led the ESA to cancel the E3 2022 in-person event. (Image: Glenn Francis of www.PacificProDigital.com)

E3 2022 in-person event cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

The ESA has announced that this year's E3 will not be held in person in Los Angeles, US, because the country is still fighting COVID-19 and its variants. E3 2021 took place as a virtual-only event and E3 2022 is likely to follow s...
Aleem Ali, 07 Jan 2022 13:55
The RTX 3090 Ti is Nvidia's next BF-GPU. (Image Source: Nvidia)

CES 2022 | Nvidia's TFLOPs numbers for the RTX 3090 Ti are about 11-13% higher than the RTX 3090; No specs detailed, but we already know most of them anyway

Nvidia offered a sneak peek at the upcoming RTX 3090 Ti during its CES 2022 keynote. The company offered only a few TFLOPs numbers and did not delve into the actual specifications. However, much of the information about the RTX 30...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Jan 2022 10:45
The Corsair One i300 is a powerful and compact gaming PC. (Image source: Corsair)

CES 2022 | Corsair One i300: Compact Gaming PC launched with an Intel Core i9-12900K, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and Liquid Cooling

Corsair has presented the new One i300 gaming PC with Alder Lake processors and new RTX 30 series GPUs. The Corsair One i300 is available with either an RTX 3080 or RTX 3080 Ti, plus up to 64 GB of RAM and a 2 TB SSD. The revised ...
Alex Alderson, 05 Jan 2022 17:16
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 30a 24 AIO. (Image source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo announces the ThinkCentre neo 70t, neo 50s, and neo 30a 24 AIO desktop computers for medium to small businesses, powered by 12th gen Intel Core processors

Lenovo has unveiled a brand new series of desktop computers for medium to small businesses. The ThinkCentre neo 70t, neo 50s, and neo 30a 24 all-in-one computers are powered by 12th gen Intel Core processors. The neo 70t can also ...
Fawad Murtaza, 05 Jan 2022 17:07
The new Legion M600s. (Source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo touts the new Legion M300s and M600s as light, fast and smooth RGB mice for 2022 gaming

Lenovo has introduced its latest Legion gaming mice. The new peripherals come in wired and wireless options, the second of which has been equipped with lightweight, comfort-focused builds and ultra-high DPIs. The M300s and M600s a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jan 2022 17:00
Lenovo ThinkVision P27q-30 professional monitor (Source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo reveals the ThinkVision P27h and P27q Gen 3 monitors

The third-generation ThinkVision P27h and P27q professional monitors come with modular flexibility, digital wellness, and sustainability in mind. Both feature a 4-side near edgeless bezel design, QHD resolution, and a one-cable do...
Codrut Nistor, 05 Jan 2022 17:00
Lenovo Q27h-20 premium monitor (Source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo unveils the Q27h-20, Q27q-20, and Q24i-20 consumer monitors

The 27-inch Lenovo Q27h-20 is a high-end edgeless 27-inch QHD monitor with a stylish design, Eyesafe-certified low blue light technology, as well as an integrated USB-C one-cable docking solution that provides up to 90 W of chargi...
Codrut Nistor, 05 Jan 2022 17:00
Lenovo G24qe-20 gaming monitor (Source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo launches the G27qe-20 and G24qe-20 gaming monitors

The entry-level gaming monitors Lenovo G27qe-20 and G24qe-20 come with a 1 ms MPRT response time, 100 Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync and Lenovo Artery support, and more. Both are certified by Eyesafe to provide a superior viewing e...
Codrut Nistor, 05 Jan 2022 17:00
Lenovo Legion Y25-30 gaming monitor (Source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo intros the Legion Y25-30 monitor

The AMD FreeSync Premium-compatible Lenovo Legion Y25-30 is a 3-side NearEdgeless IPS gaming monitor with a smart variable refresh rate of up to 240 Hz, 1 ms response time (0.5 ms moving picture response time), integrated stereo ...
Codrut Nistor, 05 Jan 2022 17:00
The crypto mining rig features 5x non LHR (Lite Hash Rate) RTX 30-series cards and 1x LHR V2 board. (Image source: eBay)

Quadruple MSRP wanted for GeForce RTX 3090 on eBay while US$16,000 secures an Ampere-based mining rig with six GPUs

An Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Founders Edition board has been listed on eBay for more than four times its MSRP of US$1,499. In what could be perceived as another insult to gamers hunting for an Ampere card at close to MSRP, a used mi...
Daniel R Deakin, 05 Jan 2022 15:45
Usually, The Tomb Raider Trilogy costs £64.97 on the Epic Games Store. (Image source: Square Enix)

The Tomb Raider Trilogy is free to own for a short time

Epic Games is offering Tomb Raider GOTY, Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration and the Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for free on PC. The Tomb Raider Trilogy should run well on most systems, but the promotion...
Alex Alderson, 05 Jan 2022 12:24
AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su shows off the upcoming Zen 4 Raphael processor at CES 2022. (Image Source: AMD)

CES 2022 | AMD launches Ryzen 7 5800X3D with 3D V-cache that squares off against the Core i9-12900K in gaming; Zen 4 and Socket AM5 now official

At CES 2022, AMD showed off its first 3D V-cache enabled chip, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, targeted at gamers with performance that rivals that of the Ryzen 9 5900X and the Core i9-12900K. AMD CEO Lisa Su also offered the first sneak pee...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Jan 2022 12:23
Zotac ZBox Magnus EN173080C will be one of the smallest mini PCs equipped with GeForce RTX 3080 graphics (Source: Zotac)

CES 2022 | Zotac ZBox Magnus EN173080C will be one of the smallest mini PCs equipped with GeForce RTX 3080 graphics

At just 210 x 203 x 62.2 mm, the GeForce RTX 3080-powered mini PC is almost 70 percent smaller than the Asus ROG Strix RTX 3080 OC that's meant for desktop form factors.
Allen Ngo, 05 Jan 2022 08:27
Acer has revealed the Predator Orion 5000 and the Orion 3000 gaming desktops at CES 2022. (Image source: Acer)

CES 2022 | Acer reveals the Predator Orion 5000 and the Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktops with 12th gen Intel Core i7 processors and RTX 30 series GPUs

Acer has revealed the Predator Orion 5000 and the Orion 3000 gaming desktops for high-end and mid-range gaming markets. Orion 5000 desktop is the more expensive of the two with a 12th gen Intel Core i7 processor and an RTX 3080 GP...
Fawad Murtaza, 05 Jan 2022 04:33
HP has launched the Omel 45L gaming desktop globally (image via HP)

CES 2022 | HP Omen 45L: Pre-built gaming desktop launched globally with high-end Intel, Nvidia, and AMD hardware

The HP Omen 45L will be available in select regions starting January 5. One can configure it with up to an Intel Core i9-12900K, GeForce RTX 3090, 1TB NVMe SSD, and an 800W power supply. Prices start at US$1,899 for the entry-leve...
Anil Ganti, 04 Jan 2022 19:10
The HP Omen 25L is now available with new hardware from Intel, AMD and Nvidia (image via HP)

CES 2022 | HP Omen 25L is now available with Intel Alder Lake processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000 series graphics cards, and similarly-specced AMD components

The affordable HP Omen 25L gaming desktop is configurable with 12th-generation Intel Alder Lake/AMD Ryzen 5000G processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti/AMD Radeon RX 6700XT graphics cards. Its price and availability will be reve...
Anil Ganti, 04 Jan 2022 19:10
Victus by HP 15L aims to further enhance mainstream gaming. (Image Source: HP)

CES 2022 | Victus by HP 15L aims to bring 12th gen Core i7 Alder Lake and Ryzen 7 5000G APU goodness to more gamers

HP has now brought its Victus gaming sub-brand to the desktop with the Victus by HP 15L PC. Victus by HP 15L aims to further enhance mainstream gaming by offering a choice of the latest Intel 12th gen Alder Lake processors or AMD ...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Jan 2022 19:10
The HP Envy Desktop is now official with new hardware from Intel and AMD (image via HP)

CES 2022 | HP Envy Desktop pre-built gaming PC unveiled with up to an Intel Core i9-12900K, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and an 800W PSU

The HP Envy Desktop is now official with Intel Alder Lake processors, Nvidia Ampere/AMD RDNA2 graphics cards, up to 128GB RAM, 3TB storage, and more. It will be available for purchase in spring 2022 for an unspecified price.
Anil Ganti, 04 Jan 2022 19:10
AMD has launched two new budget graphics cards at CES 2022

CES 2022 | AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT and RX 6400 graphics cards unveiled with 4GB VRAM and ultra-affordable price tags

AMD has taken the covers off its entry-level offerings, the Radeon RX 6500 XT and Radeon RX 6400. Both graphics cards use a Navi 24 GPU and feature 4GB of GDDR6 video memory. The Radeon 6500 XT will cost US$199 and be purchasable ...
Anil Ganti, 04 Jan 2022 18:13
The high-end Alienware 34 QD OLED gaming monitor has been officially announced by Dell (image via Dell)

CES 2022 | Alienware 34 QD OLED: World's first Quantum Dot gaming monitor unveiled with a 175Hz QHD panel, 1,000 nits peak brightness, and more

Dell has unveiled its newest high-end gaming monitor at CES 2022. The Alienware 34 QD OLED has a 175Hz QHD panel, 1800R curvature, Nvidia G-Sync compatibility, and more. Its price will be announced once its launch date approaches ...
Anil Ganti, 04 Jan 2022 17:00
Sharkoon B2 gaming headset (Source: Sharkoon)

Sharkoon intros the B2 & RUSH ER40 gaming headsets

Sharkoon's latest headsets come with different treats for gaming fans, so while the first one sports stylish 3D-like RGB illumination, the second comes with a subtle black design that features modular cables and a detachable micro...
Codrut Nistor, 04 Jan 2022 13:47
SK Hynix Platinum P41 PCIe NVMe Gen 4.0 SSD to hit the market Q1 2022 (Source: SK Hynix)

CES 2022 | SK hynix announces the Platinum P41 PCIe NVMe Gen 4.0 SSD

Scheduled to hit the market later this year alongside the existing Gold P31 and Gold S31 series, the Platinum P41 will be the first Gen 4.0 SSD with a 176-NAND layer by SK hynix. Designed to fulfill the needs of gamers and content...
Codrut Nistor, 04 Jan 2022 11:51
There have been price estimates for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti of US$2,000/£2,000/AU$3,000. (Image source: Nvidia (3080 Ti) - edited)

Live GeForce RTX 3090 Ti image shows card that could soon be selling for close to US$4,000

A real-world image of the upcoming Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti has turned up, confirming the top-end card’s existence. The RTX 3090 Ti is expected to offer 1,008 GB/s bandwidth and a peak clock rate of 1,860 MHz. While the MSRP of ...
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Jan 2022 09:24
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 could be released in the fourth quarter of 2022. (Image source: Nvidia (3090 card)/iVadim - edited)

GeForce RTX 4090 game performance estimates leave RTX 3090 and RX 6900 XT in the dust as Doom Eternal prediction hits 400 FPS at 4K ultra

The so-called Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 has looked incredibly strong in a theoretical comparison video with the Lovelace GPU demolishing the RTX 3090 and AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT. The RTX 4090 hits an estimated 400 FPS average rate in ...
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Jan 2022 13:16
A YouTuber has managed to buy a retail unit of the Core i5-12400. (Image source: Intel)

Retail unit of the unannounced 12th gen Intel Core i5-12400 impresses with strong performance and manageable temps with the stock cooler

A YouTuber has already managed to buy a retail unit of the unannounced Intel Core i5-12400 CPU. Upon benchmarking, the Cinebench score of the retail Core i5-12400 came out slightly lower than the Core 15-12600K. As for temps, with...
Fawad Murtaza, 02 Jan 2022 00:21
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 and other high-end RTX 30-series cards are luxury items. (Image source: Nvidia/Unsplash)

Unaffordable GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3090 cards become the new norm as shopper gets brutally shut out by cashier

A potential graphics card customer has been confronted by a provocative comment from a cashier that has summed up the year perfectly for gamers who have tried desperately to get hold of a high-end Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 series card...
Daniel R Deakin, 31 Dec 2021 05:44
New Intel Core i5-12400 benchmark results have emerged online

Intel Core i5-12400: Entry-level Alder Lake processor stands toe to toe with a flagship Rocket Lake CPU

Leaked Intel Core i5-12400 gaming and Cinebench R20 scores suggest that it performs on par with the Intel Core i9-11900KF in single-threaded tests. The budget Alder Lake processor has six Golden Cove cores, twelve threads and a 65...
Anil Ganti, 29 Dec 2021 16:06
Beelink GTI 11 hits the Intel NUC where it hurts: Price (Image source: Banggood.com)

Beelink GTI 11 mini PC hits Intel NUC where it hurts: Price

When configured with the exact same Core i5-1135G7 CPU, 16 GB of RAM, 500 GB NVMe SSD, and a registered copy Windows 10 Pro, the Beelink GTI 11 will come in at least $100 USD cheaper than the Intel NUC 11 Panther Canyon.
Allen Ngo, 27 Dec 2021 04:08
Certain models of Dell laptops and desktops are experiencing boot issues due to the latest BIOS updates. (Image: Erick Cerritos)

Some Dell systems are not booting due to BIOS upgrades

Some Dell owners have stated that their devices are having major boot problems after installing the latest BIOS updates. Particular models of Alienware, Inspiron and Latitude systems are affected. Many devices are displaying blues...
Aleem Ali, 27 Dec 2021 03:10
Our top Intel NUC 11 alternative: Beelink GTI 11 mini PC review

Our top Intel NUC 11 alternative: Beelink GTI 11 mini PC review

Modern 11th gen Core i5 performance. Beelink is finally ditching those Celeron and older generation CPUs for the latest 11th gen Tiger Lake options on its newest mini PC. The end result is a system that can stand toe-to-toe with the latest Intel NUCs while costing several hundred dollars less.
Intel Core i5-1135G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 638 g
Allen Ngo, 24 Dec 2021 21:10
Uperfect X Pro LapDock

Uperfect X Pro LapDock in review - Mobile 4K touch display with included battery

Touch display for the road! Uperfect has introduced the X Pro LapDock, a portable 4K touch screen that can also be used autonomously due to the built-in battery. We take a closer look at whether the screen delivers what Uperfect promises.
17.30"
Sebastian Bade, 24 Dec 2021 17:04
Intel's 12th Generation of chips features a hybrid microarchitecture with P cores and E cores. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Core i9-12900 for under US$530 and i5-12400 for less than US$210 as Alder Lake price leak shows Team Blue means business

A retailer has seemingly leaked price tags for many upcoming entry-level and mainstream Alder Lake processors. The 16-core, 24-thread Intel Core i9-12900 is listed with a price of US$529.99, while the competitive i5-12400 and i5-1...
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Dec 2021 05:14
The Intel Core i5-12400F is recorded as a 6-core, 12-thread part. (Image source: CPU-Z Validator/Intel - edited)

Punchy Intel Core i5-12400F knocks out the Ryzen 5 5600X and i9-11900K in single-thread benchmark

The Intel Core i5-12400F has been spotted on another synthetic benchmark, and once again it appears to be punching higher than its weight. The Alder Lake chip managed a higher single-thread score than rivals such as the Ryzen 5 56...
Daniel R Deakin, 22 Dec 2021 17:32
The Core i7-2600K is over a decade old now (Image source: Intel)

60 FPS gaming with a 10 year-old CPU: legendary Sandy Bridge i7-2600K delivers solid gaming results when paired with the RX 6900XT

Russian outlet Gecid.com recently ran 2021 gaming benchmarks on an overclocked Core i7-2600K. They aimed to see how the legendary Sandy Bridge chip holds up when paired with the Radeon RX 6900XT. Despite being 10 generations older...
Arjun Krishna Lal, 21 Dec 2021 04:18

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