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Uh oh! Windows 11's big 2024 Update is blue screening for some users
Microsoft confirms that Windows 11 24H2 is triggering Blue Screens of Death in certain cases.
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Razer's next tricks: A smart laptop cooling pad and a haptic chair cushion
At the company’s RazerCon event on September 28, Razer unveiled an amped-up laptop cooling pad and haptic seat cushion.
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The Nvidia App will officially swallow GeForce Experience soon
Nvidia says it's going to move users from the old app to the new one before the end of the year.
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How PCWorld tests and rates dash cams
Those capture-the-accident cameras you hang from your windshield come in a myriad of flavors–here's how we separate the dash cam wheat from the chaffe
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Warning! Windows 11’s huge 2024 update removes these features and apps
Windows users need to be careful with the next major upgrade. Microsoft is removing these applications and features as part of the Windows 11 2024 Update.
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Ring is looking to pull off a backdoor price hike
Under cover of launching new features—including 24/7 video recording—Ring customers will soon be asked to pay more for the services they need the most.
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Watch the official Baldur's Gate III mod cartoon
Video games go nuts. Cartoons go nuts. When you mix them all up with official BGIII modding tools, you get something magical.
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Microsoft abandons HoloLens 2 in a final break from mixed reality
Microsoft has stopped production of the HoloLens 2 augmented-reality headset, ending what was once a visionary product.
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A preview of Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred and what to expect
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is going to be a small revolution. Here's what coming in the game's anticipated first expansion pack.
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Fender's Monster Hunter guitar actually looks like one a musician would play
This Telecaster actually kind of rocks, which is more than I can say for most video game merch.
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The life-threatening 'chroming' challenge TikTok trend, explained
Another dangerous TikTok trend is making its rounds, possibly resulting in brain damage or even death.
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Whoa! This ITX motherboard plays DOS games on native hardware
Press the turbo button and get set for PC gaming at a mind-blowing 100MHz.
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Popular ad blocker uBlock Origin Lite pulled from Firefox store
Due to a conflict with Mozilla, the add-on's developer has taken it off the Firefox Marketplace.
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Microsoft reveals Windows 11's AI roadmap: Smart search, upscaling, more
As it ships the Windows 11 2024 Update, Microsoft tipped its upcoming Windows feature roadmap, which includes Photos AI upscaling, generative fill and erase, and a weird addition called Click to Do.
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Windows 11's 2024 Update: 5 big changes I really like (and more)
We went hands-on with the big Windows 11 2024 Update (24H2) and there are several new features you might like. Here are the most important ones to know about.
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Copilot's AI will be able to 'see' and talk to you, Microsoft says
Microsoft has released a roadmap of sorts for Copilot, including Copilot Voice, Copilot Vision, Copilot Daily, and more. They'll roll out in new Copilot apps for phones and PCs.
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Windows 11's big 2024 Update: How and when you'll get it
Microsoft is beginning to roll out the Windows 11 2024 Update today. Here's how to get it, when it will arrive, and what it means if you do or do not own a Copilot+ processor.
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Lenovo and Samsung have new Chromebooks you need to check out
Google's demo of new Gemini AI features was overshadowed by a new low-cost Duet tablet and a sleek Galaxy Chromebook Plus laptop.
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The most important PC game releases still to come in 2024
This year is almost over but we're still looking forward to these upcoming games that are worth keeping on your radar!
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AMD's newest tweaks boost Ryzen 9000 performance and give more options
The Ryzen 9600X and 9700X get warranty-supported 105W modes and all 9000-series chips get lower latency.
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Raspberry Pi and Sony release an AI-powered camera module
The Raspberry Pi AI Camera works with all Raspberry Pi models and is now available for purchase.
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The FTC goes hunting for misleading 'AI' product claims and scams
Five companies peddling AI-enhanced products and passive income schemes have been targeted by the FTC for misleading customers.
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Do not install! Recent Windows 11 update wreaks havoc and breaks PCs
Windows update KB5043145 is rendering some computers unusable. Here's what you need to know and what you can do about it.
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Please stop using your monitor's crappy built-in speakers
Lots of monitors come with horrible speakers built into them, and I'm begging you to use anything else.
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This single security feature makes Windows 11 Pro worth every penny
Windows 11 Pro generally requires a paid upgrade. But one killer security feature, Windows Sandbox, makes it all worthwhile.
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Why a foldable keyboard can be an absolute game-changer
Foldable keyboards are great for getting some quick work done on a phone or tablet. Here's what you need to know about them.
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Microsoft now confirms you can opt out of, and remove, Windows Recall
Microsoft has published more technical details about how Recall will work, along with some changes to how it will be implemented.
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Hackers remotely unlocked Kia cars with just a license plate scan
A team of four security researchers managed to get near-total control of cars using the Kia Connect system. All it took was a scan of their license plates.
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5 crucial Windows 11 settings you need to change ASAP
Changing these five settings makes Windows 11 much better in under five minutes of your time.
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Microsoft is adding the StarCraft games to Game Pass soon
Come November, you'll be able to play all the StarCraft campaigns with a Game Pass subscription.
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Optional Windows 10 update finally fixes that pesky login bug
An optional Windows 10 patch released earlier this week addresses a months-long login issue, plus some other minor stuff.
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JPG is dying. Check out these 4 modern successors
Find out why JPG is no longer up to date and which modern image formats could take its place.
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Think you know what a $500 laptop looks like? We're in a new era now
Today's budget laptops are way ahead of the laptops of yesteryear. Here's what you can reasonably get for $500 these days.
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The best free alternatives for pricey software: Adios, Office and Adobe
In times of ever-increasing license costs for software, many people are looking for cost-effective alternatives. We present the best free tools.
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Want to help whip the llama's ass? Winamp goes open source (sort of)
The nostalgic media player's developers need help to modernize this classic program.
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New Start menu, taskbar, and lock screen features in Windows 11 update
The latest optional update for Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 brings improvements and bug fixes worth updating for.
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Meta's new Quest 3S is the VR headset I wanted last year
While the Quest 3's $500 price wasn't good enough to dethrone the Quest 2, the more affordable Quest 3S variant should hit the spot.
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Intel finds cause of overheating CPUs, provides another BIOS update
Intel just identified a fourth cause for problematic 13th and 14th Gen CPUs. Get the BIOS update as soon as you can.
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HP printers apparently have AI now, because of course they do
HP's newest printer drivers have some legitimately cool features, wrapped up in nonsensical branding.
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Why your digital games could vanish in a heartbeat
Ever had a game you own just disappear from your gaming library? Here's why that can happen…
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NHL streaming options: Untangling the 2024-2025 mess
All the in-market NHL streaming and over-the-air TV options in one chart.
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5 things GIMP can do that Adobe Photoshop can't
It may not be as "professional," but GIMP still has a few aces over Photoshop. Here are some things that make GIMP stand out.
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Disney+ account sharing: Here's how much it will cost
Disney has finally revealed how much an “extra member” on your Disney+ account will cost you. Here are the details.
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On Intel, Qualcomm and the rise of the 'productivity processor'
Intel's Lunar Lake and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite processors are ushering in an era where laptops can literally last days. It's a new era for computing.
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Hackers are now using AI-generated code for malware attacks
Two separate attacks have been spotted using code that was probably written by artificial intelligence.
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Advanced Voice's arrival makes ChatGPT more sci-fi-like than ever
The well-anticipated update levels up ChatGPT's conversational abilities to feel more real and natural. It's currently rolling out to paid subscribers.
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Report: Intel now owns 0% of the PC graphics card market
According to a new report, sales of PC graphics cards have reached a surprising high, driven almost entirely by Nvidia and with zero contribution from Intel.
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New feature in File Explorer simplifies management of shared files
Windows 11's new Shared section in File Explorer consolidates all shared files into one convenient place.
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Logitech releases its own Stream Deck for photo and video editors
The two-piece creative tool comes with custom plugins that boost productivity in popular Adobe apps.
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