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Why you shouldn't share personal data with ChatGPT or other AI chatbots
AI chatbots can be super convivial and even lead you share your personal information. But doing that can be a big mistake. Here's why…
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8 mistakes that will kill your SSD early
If you want your SSDs to last many years without issue, you have to stop doing these things.
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Eve finally fulfills a promise to Android smart home users
It’s years late and comes with serious limitations, but an Eve app for Android is here, at last.
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Intel: 'We have invested gi-namic resources into addressing' Arc GPU driver issues
Intel fellow Tom Petersen says that the cascade of ongoing Intel GPU driver releases means that the buggy launch of its first-generation Alchemist discrete GPUs are a problem no longer.
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Apple just pushed a key smart home feature into 2025
You’re still going to be able to order your robot vacuum around with Siri—just not quite yet.
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8BitDo's new extra-green Xbox keyboard gives me 2001 vibes
More translucent plastic, please! I need to fulfill my dreams of owning an OG Xbox developer kit.
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Google smart speakers are starting to sound like Gemini
A few Google Home users are hearing a new voice coming from their Nest smart speakers, and it sure sounds like the new Gemini-enhanced Google Assistant.
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A new 'File Search' feature is coming to the Windows 11 taskbar
Microsoft is testing a File Search Companion integration for the Windows 11 taskbar.
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The makers of Arc show off new AI-driven 'smart browser' called Dia
The new Chromium-based browser will be packed with AI features from the start. It's planned to be released in early 2025.
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Intel's $249 Arc B580 is the GPU we've begged for since the pandemic
Powered by the new Xe2 "Battlemage" architecture and a new XeSS 2 frame generation feature, Intel's $249 Arc B580 is FINALLY bringing 1440p gaming to the masses.
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Windows Copilot+ PCs aren't there yet: 8 must-change upgrades for 2025
Microsoft's Copilot+ PCs haven't lived up to their promise. If AI is the future of Windows, Copilot+ PCs will need some serious upgrades.
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Build a 1080p gaming PC for $585 with these Cyber Monday deals
Building a gaming PC is still pretty cheap on Cyber Monday. Here's how to roll a 1080p machine for $585—including Windows.
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Nvidia's new AI model can create 'unheard sounds' like never before
The new Fugatto AI model takes sound synthesis to a new level by creating sounds that previously haven't existed.
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InWin's $7,000 PC case is a luxury penthouse for PC parts
Don't buy this. It's dumb, even if it's sort of pretty. Well, at least until you put real carts and cables into it.
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Several new features are coming to Windows 11 24H2 this month
It'll be the last update for Windows 11 this year. Here are some of the changes you can expect.
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Intel CEO steps down after a disastrous 2024
While Pat Gelsinger says he's retiring, it's not hard to see it as getting the boot from Intel's board.
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Microsoft Photos has a hidden OCR feature that can read text in images
As of now, the feature can only be activated using a Windows Registry tweak.
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Buying a USB-C cable? 6 gotchas to watch out for
If you think all USB-C cables are basically the same, think again. Here are the mistakes you'll want to avoid when buying a USB-C cable.
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Portable SSDs aren't just for backups. Here's why everybody needs one
There are so many great uses for a portable SSD, even if you aren't a full-blown tech geek. Check out these practical use cases.
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Black Friday deals are here! 7 tips to avoid being scammed
Watch out for fraudsters hoping to make a quick, dirty buck amid the online chaos.
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The solution to Apple’s TV problems is still the obvious one
The case for an Apple television has only gotten stronger in 2024.
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How much will the RTX 5090 cost? This $50K server gives clues
A quote for a massive industrial AI server with six or eight unannounced RTX 5090 cards has me doing some napkin math.
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Firefox 133 adds privacy-boosting 'bounce tracking' protection
Mozilla has released Firefox 133. The browser offers even more protection for your privacy. The developers have also closed some security gaps.
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Windows 11 bug prevents Dell PCs from shutting down, but there's a fix
New problems have arisen in Windows 11 24H2. Shutdown cannot be triggered on certain PCs. But there is a solution.
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I switched from X to Bluesky: What I love and hate about it so far
Bluesky isn't the perfect replacement for X, but I'm happily sticking with it. Here's what I love and hate after migrating from X to Bluesky.
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Netflix with ads: What you need to know
The ad-supported version of Netflix has changed substantially since launch, rolling out better video quality, offline downloads, and more.
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'Hacker' breaks into gym to get hired, gets arrested instead
A Missouri man is being charged after allegedly "hacking" multiple businesses, then contacting them to sell his "security services."
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Windows 11 File Explorer gets smarter tabs and several bug fixes
Folders are no longer forced to be opened as new File Explorer windows.
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Windows 11 24H2 causes USB scanners and printers to stop working
USB devices with scanning functionality are no longer discoverable after updating to Windows 11 24H2.
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Swipe to control your laptop's volume with this tiny USB-C accessory
Modern PCs are meant to be elegant. This minimalist accessory keeps it that way while adding a nifty feature that's increasingly missing.
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The wireless Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W is now available for just $7
The cutest little microcontroller around now has a wireless variant with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
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A Steam Deck-style portable PS5? Sony is seriously considering it
Sony's looking into a portable machine that'll play full, local PS5 games. Fun fact: the PS5 has AMD hardware pretty similar to the Steam Deck.
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Ubisoft games are crashing on PCs with the Windows 11 24H2 update
If you have any of these games installed, hold off on installing Windows 11 24H2 until a fix is rolled out.
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Your beloved old tech is a security risk. It's time to let go
Sometimes you have to move on before you’re truly ready—especially when it’s a matter of safety.
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I tried 4 AI detection tools and they were (mostly) disappointing
Do AI detection tools really work? I put four of them to the test and the answer is, well, complicated.
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Is Spotify HiFi finally on the way? Here's the latest on the overdue feature
Spotify's CEO has dropped more hints about a "higher-priced" tier with "better sound quality." But when is it coming?
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This radical new keyboard doubles as a touchscreen and a monitor
The DS Pixel Keyboard comes with a removable frame that can be placed on top of it and act as real physical keys.
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Oops! Intel's unannounced Arc B580 graphics card leaks on Amazon
An Intel Arc B580 graphics card by ASRock just appeared on Amazon's U.S. storefront – despite not being announced yet.
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Windows 11's contentious Recall AI feature is finally ready to test
Previously available to Windows Insiders on Intel and AMD, you can now try Windows 11's controversial AI recording feature on Qualcomm-powered Copilot+ laptops.
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Tested: Intel Lunar Lake brings real gaming to thin, light laptops
We ran several benchmark tests and found that Intel's latest integrated graphics boost performance over prior-gen by up to 25 percent.
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Look at this frickin' cat BIOS for this frickin' cat motherboard
Colorful's Colorfire MEOW series is making its cat-themed software as adorable as its hardware. Too bad it's so hard to find outside of China.
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Steam cracks down on vague and unfulfilled DLCs and Season Passes
DLCs and Season Passes that don't adhere to new guidelines could land developers in trouble.
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Watch out for fake Ryzen 9800X3D listings and don't get scammed
Dubious Amazon listings have shown up for the hottest new processor on the market. Selling for as low as $200, they're obviously fake.
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Windows 11 audio glitch unexpectedly cranks system volume to 100%
Microsoft has confirmed the bug and is working on a fix.
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Windows 10 apps can be updated and uninstalled once again
Microsoft has withdrawn the offending update and resolved the issue for Windows 10 users.
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Should you use a VPN browser extension? What you gain, what you give up
A VPN browser extension can be a simple and affordable way to stay safe while browsing the web, but your mileage may vary.
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This $549 all-wood split ergonomic keyboard is hardcore cottagecore
Wireless, triple-split, hot-swap, gasket-mounted. Oh, and wood. It's all wood. Extremely wood.
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Date and time settings are broken in Windows 11 24H2. Here's a workaround
Not only can't you change time zones, but daylight savings time changes aren't syncing either. Here's what you can do while waiting for a fix.
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