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Acer Boosts Gaming Lineup with New Nitro Intel Arc B-Series Graphics Cards

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Introducing new Nitro Intel® Arc™ B570 OC 10 GB and Nitro Intel Arc B580 OC 12 GB graphics cards, designed to deliver high-performance gaming, content creation, and AI-powered experiences.Features Xe2 architecture with up to 20 cores, clock speeds of up to 2,740 MHz, plus Acer’s advanced FrostBlade thermal system for optimal cooling.These bring extreme detail and clarity with support for high frame per second (FPS) gaming at 1440p and up to stunning 8K visuals.Equipped with specialized AI engines to execute cutting-edge AI workloads; explore generative AI easily with free and simple-to-use Intel AI Playground.

TAIPEI, Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Acer today announced an expansion to its gaming portfolio with the new Nitro Intel® Arc™ B-Series graphics cards, aimed at DIY gamers seeking high-performance gaming and content creation upgrades for their PC setups.

The Nitro Intel Arc B570 OC 10GB and Nitro Intel Arc B580 OC 12 GB graphics cards, with clock speeds up to 2,740 MHz and up to 12 GB GDDR6 memory, offer gamers an immersive experience and access to the latest AI technologies via the Intel AI Playground application. These graphics cards are equipped with Acer’s advanced FrostBlade cooling systems to ensure peak performance.

Game-changing Performance with the Nitro Intel Arc B-Series Graphics Cards

The Nitro Intel Arc B-Series Graphics Cards, featuring Xe2 architecture with up to 20 cores, are engineered to deliver exceptional gaming, versatile creation, and accessible AI experiences. The Nitro Intel Arc B570 OC 10 GB (AN-B570-OCD) graphics card reaches clock speeds of up to 2,690 MHz, while the Nitro Intel Arc B580 OC 12 GB (AN-B580-OCA) card boasts up to 2,740 MHz, supporting high FPS gaming at 1440p and up to 8K visuals.

Next-generation Intel Xe2 microarchitecture provides up to 50% better performance per core[1], enhancing gaming experiences with real-time lighting, shadows, and reflections thanks to built-in Direct X12 Ultimate support with ray tracing capabilities, mesh shaders, variable rate shading and sampler feedback. AI-generated frames powered by Intel Xe Frame Generation technology (XeFG), significantly increase FPS for added fluidity and performance. Intel Xe Low Latency technology (XeLL) reduces input lag between keyboard and mouse inputs for seamless gaming experiences.

Advanced Thermal Cooling and Reduced Noise with FrostBlade

Compact and durable, these Acer graphics cards are ideal for gamers starting their journey into high-performance gaming and seeking seamless experiences. The FrostBlade cooling system, with its textured blade design and dual-ball bearing system, improves airflow, keeps the cards cool, and reduces noise by 8% compared to plastic fans[2]. The durable aluminum backplate is corrosion-resistant and non-flexing, providing higher structural integrity and enhanced cooling with large vent designs. Plus, its small form factor makes it easy to fit into any setup.

Seamless Video Editing and Content Creation

The Intel Arc GPUs offer a versatile Creator toolkit for quick creation, editing, and uploading of content. The Dual Media Transcoder speeds up processing time and supports a wide range of media formats, while the Xe Media Engine enables seamless video editing and exporting across formats without compatibility concerns.

The all-in-one AI Playground app provides image creation, editing, and AI-powered answers at the fingertips of anyone with an Intel Arc GPU, as it leverages the specialized XMX AI engines in each Xe-core. This accelerates AI-enhanced gaming, content creation, and media generation, bringing the latest AI experiences right to the users’ PCs.

Acer Intelligent Space for a Competitive Edge

Acer Intelligent Space, the built-in central hub for intelligent device features, detects system hardware, recommends compatible AI applications to optimize performance, and helps discover new tools for gaming enhancements. Acer Game Assistance gives a competitive advantage by automatically adjusting colors and providing a sniper mode for precise targeting in shooting games, while Acer ProCam automatically recognizes and records gameplay highlights to capture those intense moments. For an extra edge, the devices come with an HDMI port 2.1, three DisplayPort 2.1, and a PCIe 4.0 bus.

Specifications

Name

Nitro Intel® Arc™ B580 OC 12 GB

Model

AN-B580-OCA

Graphics

Intel® Arc™ B-Series Graphics, DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, 20 Cores

Interface

Bus: PCIe 4.0 x 8

PCIe Power: 8-pin

Memory

12 GB GDDR6, 456 Gbps bandwidth, 19 Gbps memory speed

Graphics Clock

2740 MHz

Cooling

FrostBlade fans x 2

Output

HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1 x3,

Digital Max Resolution: 7680×4320

Simultaneous display: 4

Dimensions and weight

268 (L) x 113 (W) x 40 (H) mm

 

Name

Nitro Intel® Arc™ B570 OC 10 GB

Model

AN-B570-OCD

Graphics

Intel® Arc™ B-Series Graphics, DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, 18 Cores

Interface

Bus: PCIe 4.0 x 8

PCIe Power: 8-pin

Memory

10 GB GDDR6, 380 Gbps bandwidth, 19 Gbps memory speed

Graphics Clock

2690 MHz

Cooling

FrostBlade fans x 2

Output

HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1 x3,

Digital Max Resolution: 7680×4320

Simultaneous display: 4

Dimensions and weight

268 (L) x 113 (W) x 40 (H) mm

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.

About Acer

Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world’s top technology companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. The company continues to evolve by embracing innovation across its offerings, which include computers and displays, while branching out to new businesses. Acer is also committed to sustainable growth, exploring new opportunities that align with its environmental and social responsibilities. The Acer Group employs over 7,800 employees that contribute to the research, design, marketing, sales and support of products, solutions, and services that break barriers between people and technology. Visit www.acer.com for more information.

© 2024 Acer Inc. All rights reserved. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners. All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not be available through all sales channels. Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary by location. Applicable sales tax extra.

[1] Performance varies by use, configuration and other factors. Learn more at www.Intel.com/PerformanceIndex.

[2] Unless otherwise stated, all performance claims are based on theoretical performance. Actual figures may vary in real-world situations.

 

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MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0 Introduces Cloud Sync for Google Drive and OneDrive

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VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MiniTool® Software Limited has announced the release of MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0, the latest version of its Windows backup and file sync software. The update introduces a new Cloud Sync feature for Google Drive and OneDrive, along with enhancements to the registration and purchase experience, interface refinements, and compatibility fixes.

New Features and Improvements in MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0

1. Cloud Sync to Google Drive and OneDrive

MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0 introduces Cloud Sync, allowing users to synchronize files and folders from a Windows computer to Google Drive or OneDrive. Users can choose the files and folders they want to sync and select their preferred cloud storage service as the destination.

The new feature supports one-way synchronization from a local Windows PC to cloud storage, providing an additional way to save copies of important files outside of your computer. Together with MiniTool ShadowMaker’s existing local file sync function, Cloud Sync expands the available destinations for file sync.

2. Streamlined License & Plan Management

The latest update introduces an enhanced register interface that remains easily accessible even after activation. Registered users can now effortlessly review their current plan, explore upgrade options, or update their license key anytime for a smoother user experience.

These refinements are intended to improve usability when users manage their software registration and licensing.

3. Interface Refinements and Compatibility Fixes

MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0 includes interface improvements and fixes for certain display issues. One notable fix addresses a blurry display issue that could occur on some systems equipped with AMD GPUs.

These changes focus on resolving specific issues and improving the user experience on affected systems.

4. Additional Improvements

Beyond Cloud Sync and the changes outlined above, MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0 includes additional interface and functionality refinements. Together, these updates further improve the software’s usability while expanding its file synchronization options.

With support for Google Drive and OneDrive, MiniTool ShadowMaker 5.0 provides Windows users with another approach to manage file copies across local and cloud storage. Users who want to synchronize files to cloud storage can download the Free Edition and explore the new capabilities.

About MiniTool ShadowMaker

MiniTool ShadowMaker is a Windows backup and file sync solution designed to help users protect their operating systems and important data. It supports backing up Windows systems, disks, partitions, files, and folders to local drives, external hard drives, shared folders, and other supported locations. Users can select specific items to back up according to their needs.

For users who need to migrate data to another drive, MiniTool ShadowMaker offers a disk cloning feature. The software also supports restoring backed-up data and creating bootable media for system recovery.

By combining backup, file synchronization, disk cloning, and restore capabilities, MiniTool ShadowMaker offers Windows users a set of tools for data protection and system recovery.

About MiniTool® Software Limited

MiniTool Software Limited is a professional software company that develops computer applications. It provides software for partition management, data recovery, data backup and sync, video editing, multimedia conversion, and screen recording for home and business users. The company is committed to developing innovative, reliable, and easy-to-use software that simplifies everyday digital tasks.

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Rocket Companies to Announce Third Quarter 2026 Results on October 29, 2026

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DETROIT, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rocket Companies, Inc. (NYSE: RKT) (“Rocket Companies” or “the Company”), the Detroit-based homeownership platform, today announced that the Company will issue its third quarter 2026 earnings on October 29, 2026. Leadership will host a conference call to discuss results at 4:30 p.m. ET on that date. A press release detailing the Company’s results will be issued prior to the call.

A live webcast of the event will be available on the “Events & Presentations” section of the Company’s Investor Relations website at ir.rocketcompanies.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investor Relations website following the event.

About Rocket Companies

Founded in 1985, Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) is a Detroit-based homeownership platform including mortgage, real estate and personal finance businesses: Rocket Mortgage, Redfin, Rocket Close, Rocket Money and Rocket Loans.

With insights from more than 160 million calls with clients each year, more than 30 petabytes of data and a mission to Help Everyone Home, Rocket Companies is well positioned to be the destination for AI-fueled homeownership.

For more information, please visit the Company’s Corporate website or Investor Relations website.

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Lunai Bioworks Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Determination and Intention to Voluntarily Delist and Deregister

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lunai Bioworks Inc. (Nasdaq: LNAI) (the “Company”) announced that on October 21, 2026, it received a letter from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) stating that the Company no longer complies with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1), which requires minimum stockholders’ equity of $2,500,000. The Company reported a stockholders’ deficit of $(9,024,946) in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, and does not meet the alternative market value of listed securities or net income standards. Because the Company is subject to a mandatory Hearings Panel Monitor under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5815(d)(4)(B), Nasdaq staff determined to delist the Company’s securities. Trading in the Company’s common stock on Nasdaq is expected to be suspended at the opening of business on October 30, 2026.

The Company will not request a hearing. Rather than contest the staff determination, the Company’s Board of Directors approved on October 22, 2026 the voluntary withdrawal of the Company’s common stock from listing on Nasdaq under Rule 12d2-2(c) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The Board took this action because of the staff determination and the Company’s financial condition, and concluded that the cost of continued listing and SEC reporting is not justified.

The Company notified Nasdaq of its intention on October 22, 2026. The Company intends to file a Form 25 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on or about November 2, 2026, and expects the delisting to become effective on or about November 12, 2026. The Company then intends to file a Form 15 to suspend its SEC reporting obligations, to the extent it is eligible to do so. The Company’s SEC reporting obligations will continue unless and until they are terminated or suspended in accordance with the SEC’s rules.

The Company does not intend to arrange for quotation of its common stock on any over-the-counter market and cannot assure that any trading market for its common stock will exist after trading on Nasdaq is suspended.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the expected suspension of trading, the expected timing of the Form 25 and Form 15 filings, and the expected timing of delisting and deregistration. Actual results may differ materially due to risks and uncertainties, including Nasdaq and SEC procedures and the Company’s financial condition. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements, except as required by law.

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