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Microsoft Edge wants your Chrome data and is sneakily trying to get it
A new pop-up uses dark patterns to get you to migrate browser data over to Edge.
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GPU sales to hit $100 billion in 2024
You get three guesses as to which company is making most of that money, but you'll only need one.
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Looks like Apple could get serious about the smart home in 2025
With chatter ramping up about security cameras and a smart “command center,” Apple appears poised to double down on its smart home efforts in 2025.
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Stop waiting for an Xbox handheld and just buy a Steam Deck
"Stop trying to make Xbox handheld happen. It's not going to happen!" said Regina George, maybe.
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Twitter alternative Bluesky just gained over a million new users
Most of those new users are reportedly from the United States, following the country's presidential election.
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Microsoft fixes dozens of security flaws in Windows and Office
Close to a hundred issues have been addressed in November's Patch Tuesday, including six zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows.
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Freevee is going away, for real this time
Nearly nine months after denying any plans to shutter its ad-supported Freevee streaming service, Amazon has announced it will do just that.
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Are premium AI chatbots worth paying for? Only if you do these things
The paid features in ChatGPT, Copilot, and other AI chatbots are situationally useful at best… for now.
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Windows 11's taskbar might soon start making 'recommendations'
The taskbar might soon become a little more crowded with recommendations for apps, sites, layouts, and more.
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New study suggests standing desks may not be the fix for heart health
A study with more than 80,000 participants suggests that standing for hours without interruption can be bad.
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Burglars are jamming Wi-Fi security cameras. Here's what you can do
Tech-savvy thieves are finding new ways to circumvent wireless networked security cameras like Ring and Nest.
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Beware: Intel voids warranty for liquid metal, even for crashing CPUs
One modder found their warranty void, even after recent extensions, because liquid metal had corroded the printed label.
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Microsoft is officially killing Windows Mail and Calendar by year's end
If you're still using either of these apps, you'll need to switch to the new Outlook or find alternatives soon.
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The Nvidia App leaves beta. Goodbye, GeForce Experience
With graduation to a full release, the Nvidia App is almost ready to replace GeForce Experience.
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Valve is releasing a limited-edition white Steam Deck OLED next week
A white version of the Steam Deck OLED is coming soon. If you want one, mark your calendars and act fast because it's going to sell out fast.
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I switched to an ultrawide monitor. It's a bigger change than I expected
Switching from a dual-monitor setup was mostly good, but it came with some pains and hiccups.
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Are cheap robot vacuums worth the money? Our expert weighs in
What budget models deliver and where they fall short.
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24 work-from-home tech products that will supercharge your office
Looking to upgrade your work-from-home setup? We've got you covered with the best tech products to help transform your home office into something your coworkers can only envy.
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Intel pledges to 'fix' Arrow Lake after launch 'didn't go as planned'
Intel vice president Robert Hallock said on Friday that Intel is investigating what went wrong with its Arrow Lake desktop processor launch, and that it would fix it.
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AMD's desktop CPU share soars 10 percentage points in a year
A new report reveals unit share increases for AMD CPUs across the board, with strong increases in desktop and server chips. Intel's share falls, because of slower CPU purchases.
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Intel slapped with class action lawsuit over crashing CPU fiasco
One New York man, and potentially thousands of others, want Intel to pay for failing to disclose issues with 13th- and 14th-gen chips.
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AMD's Ryzen 9800X3D is an instant hit, selling out everywhere
The new gaming-focused upgrade to the Ryzen 9000X family is sold out after fantastic initial reviews.
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Microsoft Outlook gets dynamic AI themes that change throughout the day
With Copilot Pro and Outlook, you can now experience AI-generated themes on demand.
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Users beg for Windows 11 to keep its ability to run Android apps
Android apps are going to stop working on Windows 11 come March 5, 2025, and users aren't happy about that.
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Which laptop parts are (and aren't) worth upgrading? What you need to know
You can't upgrade everything in a laptop, but these three parts offer the most potential gain and are worth considering.
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Sony is working on a universal 'rewind' button for games
A recent patent filing indicates that someone at Sony wants to put a rewind button right on the PlayStation game controller.
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FTC charges online shopping tool Sitejabber for fake product reviews
Citing newly established federal rules against fake reviews, the FTC has ordered Sitejabber to knock it the hell off.
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Nvidia GeForce Now will soon limit monthly play time for all users
Users will be limited to 100 hours a month, even on paid tiers. You can push back the limit for a year if you stay subscribed.
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Windows 11 24H2 breaks popular Alt + Tab shortcut. Here's what you can do
One of the most popular Windows keyboard shortcuts is causing a black screen for users after updating.
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Hackers are stealing more info than ever. These 4 actions keep you safe
Data breaches and leaks keep coming fast and furious this year. Here’s how to defend yourself against the onslaught.
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Matter tackles a major pain point with its latest update
As it stands, adding Matter devices to multiple smart ecosystems is a royal pain, but version 1.4 of the Matter standard paves the way for a smoother process.
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New AI experiences make their way into Windows 11's Paint, Notepad
Microsoft has begun testing Generative Fill and Erase within Windows 11 Paint, and AI text editing within Notepad.
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Windows on Arm update could open the door to more gaming
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 update for Arm that should allow more apps to run on Arm processors. What apps could those be? Gaming is a good guess.
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Windows Terminal now supports AI chatbots like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot
You can now get AI assistance in the latest nightly version of Windows Terminal.
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I block every ad on YouTube and I'm not ashamed to admit it
YouTube's ads are horrible, and so is its treatment of both viewers and creators. I'm not paying for Premium, ever.
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Outlook will crash if you open too many emails at once. Here's why
Is your Outlook app crashing when you open too many emails at once? Microsoft offers a workaround.
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Are 4K webcams worth it? The pros and cons to consider
Before you shell out cash on a 4K webcam, here are several factors to weigh to decide whether you can justify the price.
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How not to get bamboozled by AI content on the web
AI-generated content is getting more realistic by the day, making it hard to separate fact from fiction. If you're sick of getting fooled, then you'll want to look out for these identifying traits.
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Office apps crash on Windows 11 24H2 PCs with CrowdStrike antivirus
Office apps like Word and Excel are crashing on Windows 11 24H2 systems managed by CrowdStrike antivirus software.
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'Windows Intelligence': Microsoft might be rebranding its Windows AI tools
The revelation comes just months after Microsoft's competitor Apple unveiled its own AI strategy named Apple Intelligence.
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9 things you realize when you first start using a VPN
VPN novices take note. We'll walk you through what to expect from using a VPN — some of which might surprise you.
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Why you shouldn’t buy a laptop based purely on its specs
When a laptop has good specs, it can be tempting to just go ahead and buy it. But jumping in and purchasing a laptop solely based on its specs can be a very costly mistake.
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Microsoft Outlook crashing when copying email text? Here's what you can do
Microsoft is aware of the problem and working on a fix. Meanwhile, there are workarounds you can employ to quash this bug.
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Microsoft's free PC Manager app for Windows 10 and 11 gets even better
The latest version of Microsoft's PC Manager displays internet speed in real time and removes unnecessary files even faster.
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ChromeOS gets a major update with plenty of goodies and new features
Google is currently rolling out a hefty update to its operating system for Chromebooks. All users should be getting it within the next few days.
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Thousands of hacked TP-Link routers being used to hijack Azure accounts
Hackers have built a botnet of 16,000+ compromised devices and have been using them to hijack Azure accounts for over a year.
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Buying a 2-in-1 laptop? Here are 7 things I wish I knew before I did
While 2-in-1 laptops can be great, there are several non-obvious quirks worth knowing about before you switch to one.
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Why I switched from Windows to Chromebooks and haven't looked back
Here are several reasons why I now mainly use ChromeOS and only boot up Windows when I absolutely need to.
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Google Gemini just took another step toward smart home control
If you're an Android user, you can ask Gemini to control smart lights, thermostats, and more via the Gemini app.
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