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Minisforum reveals Ryzen-powered rack server which could rewrite AMD’s playbook entirelyRyzen in the rack? AMD’s clean product lines might never be the same againA mobile chip in a server chassis - Minisforum’s MS-S1 Max isn’t playing by the rulesMinisforum has announced what it calls a game-changer for AI deployment in compact computing environments: the MS-S1 Max, a 2U rackmount system powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395.Minisforum says this system is designed to "revolutionize your AI workflow," but it marks an unusual departure from established norms.While its 3.2-liter form factor and all-in-one design are drawing praise for efficiency, the core configuration raises uncomfortable questions for AMD.Minisforum’s approach threatens AMD’s server ecosystemMinisforum has opted not to use AMD’s EPYC processors, designed explicitly for server tasks, and instead fitted what is effectively a mobile-class chip into a server chassis.Although the MS-S1 Max is marketed as the best SMB server and even hints at broader enterprise ambitions, it’s difficult to ignore that this is a repurposing of hardware intended for a different context.The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 is not a server CPU by design. It’s optimized for client workloads, featuring integrated Radeon graphics and an AI NPU.What it offers, however, is a cost-effective and power-efficient solution for companies seeking local AI inference or the ability to run large models like DeepSeek 70B without the overhead of traditional infrastructure.That edge makes it appealing to universities, labs, and AI startups, but it also turns the system into a wildcard in AMD’s carefully managed product segmentation. This unconventional use could complicate AMD’s broader strategy. EPYC chips are built for reliability, scalability, and intensive server workloads, and they command higher margins.A surge of mini PC makers embedding consumer-grade Ryzen chips into rackmount systems might blur the line between consumer and enterprise offerings.Still, the MS-S1 Max’s value proposition is hard to ignore. By delivering strong on-chip graphics and directing substantial memory bandwidth to its GPU, it offers a local AI engine at a fraction of the cost of traditional server gear.That said, the catch lies in support, reliability, and long-term performance. Ryzen chips, while powerful, lack ECC memory support and validated server-grade features.This makes them a questionable fit for mission-critical deployments, and puts AMD in a tough position. If demand grows, AMD may be forced to either restrict such uses or embrace them, potentially undermining its EPYC business.This mobile workstation is expected to launch in the second half of the year.You might also likeThese are the best firewalls around todayTake a look at the best business VPNsOpenreach declares aim to accelerate UK high-speed broadband rollout

The DJI Mini 5 Pro has apparently hit the FCCWe've also got video supposedly showing the DJI Avata 3The DJI Neo 2 has been mentioned in a leak tooDJI is of course well established as making many of the best drones you can currently buy, with the DJI Mavic 4 Pro the latest to be introduced earlier this month. Now new leaks suggest another three models are on the way very soon.First up is the DJI Mini 5 Pro, the successor to the DJI Mini 4 Pro launched in September 2023. As spotted by @MauroTandoi and Notebookcheck, this new drone has been registered at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US – a required step for any electronics gadget that's going on sale there.It looks as though the sub-250 gram device is going to come with a bigger battery than the model it's replacing, while also offering faster charging speeds. Otherwise, this filing doesn't tell us much about the upgrades that are coming.There has been speculation that the DJI Mini 5 Pro would show up sometime in September – perhaps alongside a follow-up to the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro – but FCC registration suggests the launch will actually come around sooner.More new models😉New Avata…#dji #avata3 pic.twitter.com/bdqM2xzdcGMay 23, 2025Next up, well-known tipster @Quadro_News (again via Notebookcheck) has posted a video of what seems to be the DJI Avata 3 being tested. This would replace the DJI Avata 2, which was launched back in April 2024.We're expecting to see a larger camera sensor on the upgraded version of this drone, and the video hints at a revised propeller design too. However, we don't get any footage of the device actually up in the air.Lastly for now, there's also a mention of the DJI Neo 2, replacing the original DJI Neo that was introduced in September 2024. This is mentioned by tipster @OsitaLV, alongside the Avata 3 and the Mini 5 Pro – so there's a lot to look forward to.We don't have much to go off when it comes to launch dates for the DJI Avata 3 and the DJI Neo 2, though the drones they're succeeding aren't as old as the DJI Mini 4 Pro. That suggests these other two models may show up later in the year.You might also likeHere are the best DJI drones you can buyThe DJI Mini 5 has also been mentioned in leaksSee the first-of-its kind design on the DJI Flip

Acer ProCreator PE0 offers 6K OLED visuals, but concerns about panel longevity persistUnique 240Hz refresh and 0.01ms response blend speed with professional color accuracyAcer Creator Hub software allows fine calibration and seamless multi-monitor setup controlAcer has introduced the ProCreator PE0, a high-end portable monitor designed to compete with Apple’s $4,999 Pro Display XDR, but at what appears to be a more affordable price point.This supposedly business monitor features a 6K resolution panel (6016 × 3384), matching the specification of Apple’s Pro Display XDR.The display uses QD-OLED technology, combining quantum dot and OLED features. It supports true 10-bit color depth, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification, and ultra-high contrast.Uncommon speed specs for a professional monitorAcer states that the PE0 is Calman Verified and factory-calibrated to Delta E