US companies are spending billions building out their own AI tools, but 95% aren't even seeing any real ROI.
Pro-Ject expands its pre-amplifier range with two valve-based phono stages, including one very affordable option for beginners who want to get more serious about analogue sound.
PyPI’s package manager has now started checking for expired domains.
The Coros Nomad smartwatch is designed for rugged outdoor sports and activities.
Researchers found a way to force Lenovo's AI chatbot into spilling secrets.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight is bringing new series House of Guinness to Netflix, but I think it looks far more like another hit show on the streamer in its first-look photos.
An ongoing legal battle between a German publisher and the maker of AdBlock Plus might lead to a complete ban on ad blockers in the entire country. Here's why this would be bad news for user privacy.
Patrick Grant and Esme Young, champions of clothing that lasts, put 12 amateurs through their paces. Here's how to watch The Great British Sewing Bee season 11 from anywhere.
Volkswagen will charge a monthly fee for maximum power but more automakers could follow suit.
A lengthy report from an X user suggests that after the latest Windows 11 update, KB5063878, some SSDs are flatlining when attempting to move large files. Here's what you need to know.
https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/windows-11/windows-24h2-update-nuking-ssds-what-to-do
The Helldivers 2 x Halo: ODST crossover is officially revealed, with a Warbond bringing new weapons and cosmetics for players on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/helldivers-2-halo-odst-crossover-details-august-2025
Jad Tarifi, founder of Google’s first generative AI team, says pursuing a PhD to join the AI wave may not be wise, given how rapidly the field and the world are evolving.
Gamescom 2025 is going on this week, bringing with it the latest Xbox and PC gaming news. Here are all of the latest Xbox and PC gaming announcements and rumors from the event.
If you have a slow main drive and you’re looking to finally supercharge your PC’s performance, then don’t miss this incredible deal on the Samsung 990 PRO SSD. Originally $128 for 1TB of storage, you can get it now for only $90 on Amazon.
This NVMe M.2 SSD delivers jaw-dropping read and write speeds of up
It’s hard to find a good deal for a gaming monitor, even if you’re not looking for the latest and greatest in OLED panels. But if you’re looking for a monitor with speed, a 1440p resolution, and a high-quality LCD, then you’ll want to take a look at this Newegg deal: a 27-inch ASRock display with IPS panel and 180Hz of refresh
One of the most frustrating things about new tech these days is that so many smartphones, tablets, and other devices come without a power adapter (or charger block). But that’s not a problem if you have your own high-performance charger, like this Baseus 65W 3-port option. Normally $50 for two, you can now grab double f
I previously wrote about using apps to overcome my procrastination, but what I didn’t mention is that I also struggle with forgetfulness. If something isn’t where I usually put it, it might be because my partner moved it—but more often than not, it’s
About two weeks ago, OpenAI released GPT-5. The newest AI model in the GPT line, GPT-5 was put forth as the company’s “smartest, fastest, most useful model yet” with “built-in thinking” and “expert-level intelligence.” But the release backfired for one important reason.
Part of the changes in GPT-5 i
Suddenly, Intel is a hot topic again — but this time as an investment property. As the company weathers layoffs and a struggling foundry business, both the U.S. government and SoftBank plan to invest. However, it’s not so simple.
Intel announced that SoftBank Group Corp., the Japanese investment giant, would put $2 billion at $23 per share into the struggli
Sam Altman has cautioned against the use of export controls and has warned that China can probably build inference capacity faster than the U.S..
Intel has joined forces with EA to gather conscripts for its new Battlefield 6 bundle.
The blazing fast 4TB version of the Crucial T710 is back down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon.
Nvidia is reportedly preparing two China-specific Blackwell accelerators — the B30A for AI training and the RTX 6000D for inference — that will outperform the HGX H20 and L20 PCIe while staying within U.S. export limits.
Apple is shifting more iPhone production to India ahead of next month’s iPhone 17 launch, Bloomberg reports. The company will build all four iPhone 17 models there, and for the first time US-bound shipments for the entire lineup will come from India at launch.
The shift comes amid production expansion across five
Google didn't need to make its own smartphone. Even though the company spent several years having other manufacturers build phones it could slap its "Nexus" branding on, selling hardware is not core to Google's business. Things like advertising and Search still handily dwarf the inroads the company's made as a smartphone manufacturer, and that will likely remain true for the foreseeable future.
Compared to the contributions the iPhone makes to Apple's bottom line, the Pixel has always,
Is it finally happening? Team Cherry just announced a livestream for the long-anticipated sequel Hollow Knight: Silksong. It takes place on April 21 at 10:30AM ET. The company says it will be making a "special announcement" about the game. We don't exactly know what this announcement will be, but it's starting to feel like a release date or at least a release window.
Rumors have been swirling that the title would finally be getting a release date during
Inzone dropped a fresh batch of gaming peripherals today. Sony introduced the Inzone line in 2022 and it offers peripherals such as
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Hi HN, Aria and Tony here, co-founders of Parachute (https://www.parachute-ai.com/). We’re building governance infrastructure that lets hospitals safely evaluate and monitor clinical AI at scale.
Hospitals are racing to adopt AI. More than 2,000 clinical AI tools hit the U.S. market last year - from ambient scribes to imaging models. But new regulations (HTI-1, Colorado AI Act, California SB 3030, White House AI Action Plan) require auditable pro
Your return to Nevermore is just around the corner. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/wednesday-season-2-part-2-when-will-new-episodes-premiere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Anker's new C1000 Gen 2 is smaller and lighter than its previous model while still being able to recharge to full in 49 minutes. Here's what else is new. https://www.cnet.com/news/ankers-new-portable-power-station-can-charge-to-100-in-just-49-minutes/#ftag=CADf328eec
Make your Echo pull more weight with Alexa commands that help you live smarter. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/these-200-alexa-commands-changed-the-way-i-use-my-echo-devices/#ftag=CADf328eec
SoftBank has secured a $2 billion deal with Intel, and the Trump Administration might also want a slice of the pie.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could have two new screen technologies, improving the display quality and reducing the ability for people to snoop.
The company has launched a space that brings together Acrobat Pro, Adobe Express, and a whole lot of AI.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/adobe-ramps-up-pdf-ai-with-new-adobe-acrobat-studio-platform
Peacemaker season 2 makes its long-awaited debut this week – here's what you need to know about its release.
https://www.techradar.com/streaming/hbo-max/peacemaker-season-2-release-schedule
ChatGPT just got access to your Gmail and Calendar – here's how it works.
A web hosting company in Taiwan was recently targeted by what appears to be a Chinese state-sponsored actor.
The iPhone 17e could have an overhauled design, ditch the notch, and gain a new chipset – but some of its predecessor's issues might remain.
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-20-august-2025
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-20-august-2025
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-20-august-2025
Meet AI: the ultimate intern who's incredibly capable but dangerously gullible to manipulation.
The familiarity of a popular GitHub project is being abused to deploy a highly modular backdoor framework, Microsoft warns.
Why banning personal devices could backfire - and how to make BYOD work securely today.
Over live coverage in the build up to Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025.
https://www.techradar.com/news/live/gamescom-opening-night-live-2025
What happens when legacy vision meets modern disruption? In a recent memo, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella indicated that Bill Gates' revolutionary "software factory" vision might be obsolete in the age of AI.
Microsoft is adding a COPILOT function to Excel, letting you use natural language prompts inside formulas to analyze, summarize, and categorize data.
Remember juice jacking? This kind of attack happens when you plug your phone or tablet into a public USB charging port (like at an airport), and the malicious charger compromises your device. Most commonly, the sketchy port will access data on your device or upload malware to its storage. Juice jacking first made the news over a decade ago, with periodic reminders ab
You don’t have to break the bank to get a powerful computer these days, especially if portability isn’t a must. Instead of overpaying for an expensive laptop, you can get a mini PC with the same performance at a fraction of the price! Like the Acemagician K1 mini PC that’s now just $250 on Amazon, down from its orig
Amazon just dropped the price of one of our favorite Anker Prime charging stations to just $80, a notable 27% off its original $110 price, making this deal hard to pass up.
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 charging station is a sleek upgrade for any bulky, traditional power strip. It offers two AC outlets on its fac
As wonderful as the Steam Deck is, it’s not exactly all-powerful—it’s running on a laptop-style integrated GPU, after all. That’s what makes the Steam Deck Certified label a comfort for some of its owners. Valve tests the big game releases (and many oth
Remote access to another PC via the internet can be a blessing, solving many IT problems quickly and easily. The helper can get a clear picture and often solve the problem immediately, even without being physically present. It also avoids the often frustrating process of troubleshooting over the phone.
A surge in support needs is expected around October 14,
Depending on how an existing court case against an ad blocker provider pans out, we could soon see the use of ad blockers declared illegal in Germany, reports BleepingComputer.
The lawsuit was file
Nvidia has reduced the price of some of its RTX 50-series cards in Europe.
Security researcher Eaton was inspired to do some gentle prying of Intel websites, after considering the company's hardware security reputation.
A security researcher called "BobDaHacker" revealed how they repeatedly gained access to a McDonald's platform that's supposed to be closed off to the public.
Snapmaker’s latest machine is a filament-saving tool changer with a Bambu Lab P1S price tag.
https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/snapmaker-u1-review
OpenAI has debuted its cheapest subscription yet for India only, product head Nick Turley announced on X. Called ChatGPT Go, the 390 rupee ($4.60) GPT-5 plan will offers users 10 times more message limits, image generation and file uploads than the free offering. "Making ChatGPT mor
They might be nearly three years old at this point, but Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro remain some of the most popular wireless earbuds around for a reason, and right now they’re down to
Leave it to Tesla to charge its customers for a feature it purposely left out. The company is now selling an almost $350 retrofit turn signal stalk for its Model 3 cars after removing from the initial model. Instead, it used buttons to activate the turn signal.
As of now, the add-on is only available in the Chinese market. But,
Whether you love or hate them, PDFs are an inescapable part of the job for many of us. In fact, it's safe to say the format isn't going away anytime soon, with Adobe reporting there are 3 trillion PDFs in circulation worldwide. However, there's no denying they can be a pain to work with, and in an effort to make it easier to manage projects involving multiple PDFs, Adobe is launching a new product today called Acrobat Studio. And wouldn't you know it, the company is marketing the inclusion of
Qualcomm revealed its latest mobile platform for more affordable smartphones and devices called the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. Compared to its predecessor, the new Snapdragon chips have overall improved performance, support for more detailed displays and a feature that allows for better video quality in low-light situations.
We were able to test the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 with smartphones like the
VPN users are overwhelmed with choice, and there are as many bad options out there as there are good ones. Luckily, NordVPN sits in the latter category, and right now Nord is offering discounted plans across its various tiers. If you take out a two-year
NVIDIA is working on a new AI chip meant for the Chinese market that's more powerful than the H20, according to Reuters. It will reportedly be based on the company's latest
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Hi HN, we are Zaid, Muhammad and Hammad, the co-founders of Uplift AI (https://upliftai.org). We build models that speak underserved languages — today: Urdu, Sindhi, and Balochi.
A billion people worldwide can't read. In countries like Pakistan – the 5th most populous country – 42% of adults are illiterate. This holds back the entire economy: patients can't read medical reports, parents can't help with homework, banks can't go fully digital, farmers can't
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As Labor Day approaches and a new iPhone release looms, beware of thieves using this latest trick to nab iPhones right when they're delivered. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/watch-out-for-iphone-tracking-porch-pirates-heres-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
Get this high-powered Asus monitor while it's 20% off and upgrade your gaming. https://www.cnet.com/deals/you-can-get-this-asus-tuf-32-4k-monitor-at-an-all-new-low-price-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
The morning sun isn't just a great way to start your day -- it can also be life-changing. Here's how one of the easiest and cheapest sleep hacks out there can improve your sleep. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/heres-how-morning-sunlight-transformed-my-sleep-for-the-better/#ftag=CADf328eec
If current rumors hold steady, we have a good idea of when the iPhone 17 will be available. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/when-will-you-get-your-hands-on-the-iphone-17-were-tracking-the-release-date/#ftag=CADf328eec
One way to avoid seeing Google's AI Overviews is to stop using Google. https://www.cnet.com/tech/ready-to-escape-google-start-by-changing-your-phones-default-search-engine/#ftag=CADf328eec
Speaking with real students about common time management pitfalls, I came up with this list of artificial intelligence tools that can help you find your balance. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/starting-off-the-school-year-how-to-use-ai-to-manage-your-time-as-a-student/#ftag=CADf328eec
The EcoFlow Wave 3 promises rapid cooling for your tent and speedy solar charging so you can keep your camp setup cold even in the heat of the summer. Does it live up to the hype? We put it to the test in this episode of Prove It. https://www.cnet.com/videos/this-portable-ac-cools-your-tent-but-dont-get-fooled-by-the-marketing-prove-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
Supply chain experts say Apple may delay the launch of the iPhone 18 next year to make room for a possible iPhone Fold, Google Gemini is going to start remembering more of your conversations (unless you opt out), and the Trump administration is reportedly considering buying a stake in US chipmaker Intel. https://www.cnet.com/videos/google-gemini-is-looking-to-get-more-personal-will-apple-delay-the-iphone-18-tech-today/#ftag=CADf328eec
Do you want cool widgets or do you want your iPhone to last longer? https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-keep-these-3-settings-from-killing-your-iphone-battery/#ftag=CADf328eec
Those PS Plus subscribers can also play a game trial of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/playstation-plus-subscribers-can-play-marvels-spider-man-and-more-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
How technology leaders can drive digital transformation while meeting net-zero targets.
Crime fans, rejoice! Netflix has officially renewed Dept. Q for season 2, but I think the streamer should spice up the competition by timing its release with a HBO Max giant.
Everything you need to know about OpenAI's latest ChatGPT subscription: ChatGPT Go.
Microsoft is testing out a new =COPILOT function in Excel cells – it's in beta with improvements needed, but you can try it now.
The most heartbreaking horror movie of 2025 has yet to be released, and if the first trailer for Good Boy is anything to go by, Shudder is going to destroy us.
Spotify just dropped its version of Apple Music's AutoMix, and it's quite a big addition to the service. Here's how I got on with using it for the first time.
With an official Made by Google event scheduled for tomorrow, August 20, we've got some final leaks to report.
Zoom Phone now has access to Virtual Agent – a digital assistant and receptionist able to handle customer calls autonomously.
Many retailers already have Chief AI Officers, with 90% exploring using AI agents to take the pressure off human workers.
Majority of Allianz Life customers are thought to be affected by recent data breach.
The Coalition's new Gears of War: Reloaded remaster is one of Xbox's biggest games of the summer, but is it on Game Pass? Here's what we know.