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I Can't Not Be Excited About the New Final Fantasy Magic: The Gathering Cards

Speaking with designers about the new set, which marks a massive shift for Magic: The Gathering, has pulled me fully back into the game. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/i-cant-not-be-excited-about-the-new-final-fantasy-magic-the-gathering-cards/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
 AMD RX 9060 XT GPU retailer listings start at $450

We don't have official pricing yet from AMD, but according to various retailer listings, this will likely be the price range of the GPUs from AIB partners.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/amd-rx-9060-xt-gpu-retailer-listings-start-at-usd450

 Save close to $250 on this 2024 Apple iMac with an M4 CPU

The 2024 Apple iMac with an M4 chip is currently available at Amazon for its lowest price to date—the blue edition is listed at $1,058 instead of the usual $1,299.

https://www.tomshardware.com/desktops/save-close-to-usd250-on-this-2024-apple-imac-with-an-m4-cpu

 Intel stealthily pulls the plug on Deep Link less than 5 years after launch

Intel has ceased developing its Deep Link technology, which combined your Intel CPU and Arc GPU for improved encoding, streaming, and efficiency.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/intel-stealthily-pulls-the-plug-on-deep-link-less-than-5-years-after-launch

The developers behind Overwatch have unionized

Activision Blizzard’s Overwatch team has formed a wall-to-wall union under the Communications Workers of America (CWA). The union, which has been recognized by parent company Microsoft, includes nearly 200 developers "across all disciplines," from design and production to quality assurance, the

3d | Engadget
Nintendo grants itself the power to brick Switches with pirated games

Nintendo’s latest legal move to combat piracy may be super effective. According to a new change in the Nintendo User Agreement, the console maker can brick your Switch, or render it useless, if it’s found with pirated games or mods. While some people may have glazed over the changes since Nintendo didn’t make this a major anno

3d | Engadget
FDA approves at-home pap smear alternative device for cervical cancer screening

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new device called the Teal Wand, which its creator describes as an "at-home vaginal sample self-collection device for

3d | Engadget
 NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, May 11 (game #434)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-11-may-2025

 NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, May 11 (game #700)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-11-may-2025

 The HP ZBook Ultra outperforms the MacBook Pro in key areas, but it comes at a price

The HP ZBook Ultra 14 G1a is an impressive achievement in powerful, portable Windows workstations with fantastic performance, a vivid display, impactful audio, and plenty of ports. If it weren’t for subpar battery life and a steep price tag, it would be the perfect replacement for the MacBook Pro 14.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/hp-zbook

 GameSir Super Nova review: I would expect to pay much more for this controller and its Hall Effect sticks

The GameSir Super Nova has Hall Effect sticks, a charging dock, and programmable back buttons. The only knock on the controller is an finicky companion app.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/gamesir-super-nova-controller-review

 AMD 6th Gen EPYC 9006 Venice CPUs reportedly offer up to 96 Zen 6 or 256 Zen 6c cores

New details allege AMD's next-generation Zen 6 dense CCDs will carry up to 32 cores and 128MB of L3 cache, with 12 cores and 48MB for the standard CCDs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/amd-6th-gen-epyc-9006-venice-cpus-reportedly-offer-up-to-96-zen-6-or-256-zen-6c-cores

What Monzo can teach us about designing for money habits

From grandma’s envelopes to digital pots

3d | UX Design
Mexico is suing Google over 'Gulf of America' name change for US users

The Mexican government has filed a lawsuit against Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America in Maps within the United States. Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum said during a press conference that the lawsuit has already been filed, but as

3d | Engadget
Uber is hedging its bets when it comes to robotaxis

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is enthusiastic about the company’s pilot with Waymo. In Q1 prepared remarks, he said the launch in Austin has “exceeded our expectations,” noting that the 100 self-driving vehicles there were busier than 99% of the city’s human drivers. The strong performance

Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Kicks Off Next Week: What to Expect

Plus, we've got the 411 on all of the new lands, rides and experiences coming to both Disneyland and Disney World in 2025 (and beyond). https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/disneylands-70th-anniversary-kicks-off-next-week-what-to-expect/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
Wi-Fi vs. Ethernet: What I Discovered Testing Them in My Home

What's the difference between Ethernet and Wi-Fi? It was all new to me, so I made it my mission to learn firsthand. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/wi-fi-vs-ethernet-whats-the-difference/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
Does Wi-Fi Travel Through Walls? We Talked With Experts to Find the Answer

Trying to get Wi-Fi to reach all areas in your home? There's some nuance to getting the most out of your Wi-Fi connection. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/does-wi-fi-travel-through-walls/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
How I'm Fighting Customer Service Chatbots. Also: Escaping Into Spacetop Glasses | Tech Therapy video

Customer service chatbot agents have been a pain for CNET's Bridget Carey this week, with AI making things worse. Co-host Scott Stein shares tips for getting to a human. Plus: Scott's first impressions of Spacetop's virtual monitor setup. https://www.cnet.com/videos/how-im-fighting-customer-service-chatbots-also-escaping-into-spacetop-glasses-tech-therapy/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
GHome K10PRO Smart Fingerprint Doorknob Review: Unique But Awkward

This smart doorknob is practical for locking interior doors but probably won't replace a smart deadbolt on your front door. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/ghome-k10pro-smart-fingerprint-door-knob-review-unique-but-awkward/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
Don't Ruin Your BBQ: 7 Foods You Should Never Grill

With the weather warming up, it's the perfect time to start grilling. But just make sure to keep these seven foods far from your grill. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/dont-ruin-your-bbq-7-foods-you-should-never-grill/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
Tariffs Explained: What Trump's Import Taxes Mean for Your Costs

Tariffs have emerged as possibly the defining aspect of Donald Trump's presidency and they're poised to make life a lot harder. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/tariffs-explained-what-trumps-import-taxes-mean-for-your-costs/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
 I added a cheap DAC to my PC's audio setup. Here's how it changed my sound.

Are you thinking about improving your laptop's audio performance? Investing in a portable DAC could dramatically change the sound, or make very little difference.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/laptop-accessories/dac-for-laptop

 I've never seen anything like this insanely powerful 14-inch AI laptop, but only about 4 people need it

The HP ZBook Ultra 14 (G1a) is one of the most powerful 14-inch laptops ever made, designed to handle intensive AI workloads in a thin-and-light form factor.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/hp/hp-zbook-ultra-14-g1a-review

I thought Ethernet cables were all the same. I was very, very wrong
 Apple reportedly readies Baltra processors for AI servers

Apple is reportedly developing its data center-grade processor, Baltra, for its AI infrastructure as part of its broader effort to strengthen its Apple Silicon portfolio.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/apple-reportedly-readies-baltra-processors-for-ai-servers

 Elgato Stream Deck Neo Review: As plug-'n-play as a Stream Deck gets

The Stream Deck Neo is a small Stream Deck with eight tactile LCD keys, two touch buttons, and an info bar. It comes loaded with some preset actions and links to tutorials, and it integrates with Elgato's robust streaming lineup and marketplace, so it's great for anyone who's been on the fence about getting a stream deck.

https://www.tomshardware.com/periphe

 Gigabyte's pressurized thermal pads lower SSD temperatures in M.2 slots by up to 12C

Gigabyte’s new B850 Aorus Stealth Ice motherboard features pressurized thermal pads and a spring-loaded EZ-Flex backplate to improve SSD cooling by up to 12 degrees Celsius.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/motherboards/gigabytes-pressurized-thermal-pads-lower-ssd-temperatures-in-m-2-slots-by-up-to-12c

Symfony 7.3.0-BETA2 released

Symfony 7.3.0-BETA2 has just been released. This is a pre-release version of Symfony 7.3. If you want to test it in your own applications before its final release, run the following commands:

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2 3 $ composer config minimum-stability… https://symfony.com/blog/symfony-7-3-0-beta2-released?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

3d | Symfony
Google will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle data privacy violation lawsuits

Google has agreed to pay the state of Texas $1.375 billion to settle two lawsuits accusing the company of violating its residents' data privacy rights. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Google in 2022, alleging that it collected users' biometrics without their express consent and continued to track their location even after they've disabl

3d | Engadget
Spreadsheet puzzles, metatextual platformers and other new indie games worth checking out

Welcome to our first weekly roundup of indie game releases, news and trailers. It's impossible to cover the indie scene completely comprehensively — dozens of games hit Steam alone every single day. There are so many indies we'd love to highlight, but we don't have the time to cover each individually. Our goal is to shine a spotlight on the games that grab our attention each week, one way or another. (Feel free to email me about

3d | Engadget
Engadget review recap: Surface Pro, Rivian, Canon, Light Phone and more

I can't blame you if you've been spending more time outside lately instead of reading gadget reviews. Spring has sprung, at least for us at Engadget HQ in the US, and there's a lot of touching grass going on amongst our staff. Still, if you've missed any of our reviews over the last two weeks, this condensed list has everything you need to catch up quickly. 

3d | Engadget
May 2025 Social Security: Your Money Is on the Way

May 2025's second round of Social Security payments will head out to recipients soon. Here's the monthly payment schedule. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/may-2025-social-security-your-money-is-on-the-way/#ftag=CADf328eec

3d | cnet.com
 Inside the house that Asus built: New NUCs and powerful laptops

We visited the Asus HQ in Taipei for a technology briefing, to enjoy some NUC desktop and ROG laptop hands-on time, and to glean exclusive hardware design insights.

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/inside-the-house-that-asus-built-new-nucs-and-powerful-laptops

Want to go viral? Here are 8 tips from the creator of ‘BBL Drizzy’


A year ago this week, a viral hit offered a glimpse into the future of AI music: “BBL Drizzy.” The song emerged during the feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. As the rappers traded disses, a New York-based comedian named Willonius Hatcher — aka King Willoni

Apple may radically change its iPhone release schedule. Here are 3 business-boosting reasons why

For well over a decade now, consumers have been used to new iPhones coming out in the fall, like clockwork. However, according to a series of reports, Apple may be planning to change its iPhone release schedule drastically. The change could significantly impact when you can buy your next preferred model of the iPhone. It could also provide Apple with several key advantages in an increasingly competitive smartphone landscape.

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How Google can save you money the next time you book travel

Booking travel has become a bit of a game—especially if you want to get the best possible prices and avoid getting ripped off.

That’s because hotels and airlines have developed the lovely habit of futzing around endlessly with their rates. Depending on when, exactly, you go to book the room or flight you want, you might end up being charged way more than if you waited a few days or even hours for prices to drop.

The problem is that it’s damn-near impossible to figure out

Stroke Awareness: These 4 Letters Can Help You Save Lives

If you're ever in an emergency and suspect someone is having a stroke, just remember the acronym FAST. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/stroke-awareness-4-letters-save-lives/#ftag=CADf328eec

4d | cnet.com
 Curious about VPNs? We want to hear from you

TechRadar needs you! Spare a few minutes to take our quick VPN survey and help us inform the content we create. Here's all you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/curious-about-vpns-we-want-to-hear-from-you

Fast Charge: Google’s leaked Android redesign looks great, but it won’t matter for millions

OPINION: Android 16 isn’t too far off, with Google rumoured to release the next major version of Android to Pixel devices as early as June 2025 – and it’s set to be more exciting than usual. That’s because Google is rumoured to introduce major user interface updates as part of the Android 16 update, all [...]

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