
Busy multitaskers like me need to use this Mac display setting. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/set-up-mac-split-screen-view-to-see-multiple-windows-at-once/#ftag=CADf328eec

You won't have long to tune in to this double feature. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/happy-gilmore-2-is-coming-but-the-original-happy-gilmore-is-about-to-exit-netflix/#ftag=CADf328eec

Review: Samsung's latest book-style foldable balances form and function by giving the cameras a boost and stretching the displays. The compromises are minimal, but that $2,000 price tag certainly isn't. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-tested-the-galaxy-z-fold-7-its-slim-powerful-and-surprisingly-practical/#ftag=CADf328eec

Vibration plates are back and trending again. But do vibration plates really work for weight loss? Here are the actual benefits and risks you should know about. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/we-consulted-fitness-experts-to-learn-the-truth-about-vibration-plates-for-weight-loss/#ftag=CADf328eec

Though the industry is trending upward when it comes to game prices, these titles break the mold. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/you-dont-need-to-drop-80-dollars-on-a-new-game-here-are-the-best-games-for-50-dollars-or-less-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Plugging the new glasses into Viture's mobile dock has given me a super-vivid, bright mobile display. But you may want to wait for the Beast. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/vitures-luma-pro-glasses-make-me-wish-the-switch-2-had-an-oled-screen/#ftag=CADf328eec

The race to develop software-defined vehicles (SDV) is accelerating, but safety and security must remain of paramount importance.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/software-defined-vehicles-the-critical-road-to-a-secure-future

25 unnamed individuals were allegedly operateing a 10 million-strong botnet, selling residential proxies and running ad fraud.

Samsung will supposedly borrow a crease-busting feature that’s coming to the foldable iPhone.

Netflix’s latest original series, Untamed, is now available to stream. You might be drawn to it for the compelling murder mystery, but I love it for a completely different reason.

I examine the differences between antivirus software and anti-malware.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/antivirus-vs-anti-malware-which-is-best-for-you

The sudden cancelation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has come as a shock to everyone. But as one institution says goodbye, could Netflix introduce another?

Printers go neglected throughout their lifecycle, unnecessarily presenting opportunities for cybercriminals.

The straightforward answer would be both, but things are a bit more nuanced than that, so let’s dig in.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/antivirus-vs-firewall-which-is-right-for-me

Microsoft extends support for Exchange Server and Skype for Business to October 2025, with one final ESU available.

A lightweight stunner
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Whether you're upgrading from a previous console or diving into gaming for the very first time, the PlayStation 5 Digital Slim edition is now easier to grab, at just £399.99.
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xAI recently launched Grok 4, and Elon Musk says the tool is getting a new male companion with Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey traits.
https://www.windowscentral.com/artificial-intelligence/elon-musk-teasing-a-grok-male-companion

Elon Musk recently claimed that we're at the beginning of an immense explosion of intelligence, citing the importance of safe and truth-seeking AI.

OpenAI just launched ChatGPT agent to perform a wide range of computer-based tasks for users, including running code and creating slideshows and presentations.

External GPUs are handy when it comes to turning a standard laptop into a gaming monster, and Razer's new Core X V2 succeeds the original Core X and Core X Chroma.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/razer/razer-core-x-v2-vs-core-x-chroma-v1

Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition has only been out for a few days, but I've already logged heavy hours. As far as remakes go, this is one of the best.

I've been using the Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro wireless gaming mouse, and it's truly insane across the board. It's a high-performance champion, but not my choice.
https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/mice/razer-deathadder-v4-pro-review

Windows 11 features, such as uninstalling Edge, are currently only available in Europe, but they should be available globally.


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I finally did it. After months of putting up with a diminishing Windows experience plagued with issues, I bit the bullet and gave my Windows PC a proper factory reset—and boy does it feel good. I should’ve done it sooner, but

Hey, PCWorld readers! I’ve been fascinated by time lapse videos ever since I saw the video effect used on a bean-sprout growing in second grade class.
Being able to condense days of growth into a short video that I could watch in just a minute seemed like magic to me. What’s more, it opened my mind to something about plants that you just can’t see every day

China-linked hackers are targeting Taiwan’s chipmakers and U.S. analysts with spear-phishing, Cobalt Strike, and custom malware. At least 15–20 organizations were hit since March, as Beijing seeks semiconductor self-sufficiency amid U.S. export controls.

A member of the NCA took advantage of their know-how and access to steal 50 Bitcoins from the Silk Road 2.0 founder.

The ROG Strix G16 makes some fair hardware tradeoffs to reach a more attractive price point than more premium competitors.
https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-g16-2025-review

A top economist has warned that the AI bubble could be more over-inflated than the dot-com bubble, suggesting that all of the AI companies are even more overvalued than their techy counterparts from 25 years ago.

What can you expect from Google’s Made By Pixel event? Well, according to the media invite we got (brag), it’s promising new Pixel phones, watches, buds and more.
Last year, that was true. The same event gave us the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Buds Pro 2.

Rebecca Kelly Slaughter, one of the Democratic FTC Commissioners President Trump had fired back in March, said she looks forward to getting back to work. US District Judge Loren AliKhan has just ruled that her removal from the a

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Experts say homebuying activity will increase as mortgage rates fall, but that might not happen for a while. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/key-rates-move-higher-for-homebuyers-todays-mortgage-rates-for-july-18-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you prefer your grilled cheese crispy and not greasy, I found a secret weapon for making the comfort sandwich in minutes. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/no-more-greasy-stovetops-heres-the-best-way-to-make-a-crispy-grilled-cheese/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 19 No. 503. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-july-19-503/#ftag=CADf328eec

The company was accused of using a referral program to send unsolicited texts, and now affected users can get paid for the trouble. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/did-you-get-spammed-with-messages-from-cash-app-you-might-qualify-for-a-settlement-payment/#ftag=CADf328eec

Getting the "storage full" alert? Here's how to clear space fast and safely. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/want-to-free-up-15gb-in-gmail-heres-how-i-did-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

Regain control of your inbox with this new feature if your subscriptions are out of control. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/new-gmail-feature-helps-you-quickly-declutter-your-inbox/#ftag=CADf328eec

From The Fantastic Four: First Steps to Wicked: For Good and Tron: Ares, just how many themed popcorn buckets can one fan buy? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-hottest-movie-releases-dropping-in-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Samsung S90F is able to match the higher-end S95F for picture quality, though it lacks the superior anti-glare system. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/samsung-s90f-oled-tv-review-great-picture-for-gaming-movies-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

Agent adoption is racing ahead, but we can't afford to let innovation outpace security and governance.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/agents-are-advancing-fast-security-needs-to-keep-pace

Invincible season 4 won't be out for many months, but its follow-up has already been greenlit by Amazon MGM Studios.

CISPE members will now be able to offer Microsoft software on non-Microsoft clouds without paying extortionate fees.

The launch of the Pixel Watch 4 is likely to be just a month away, and we now might have more info on it.

A code string suggests the Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold will probably have a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, but we always expected that anyway.

Turtle Beach unpeels a Donkey Kong-flavored Rematch controller that's compatible with Switch 2.

One of the greatest strategy games ever is free right now.

A 44-year-old man was arrested in Romania, and someone was caught in the act.

VMware's CSP Program will soon become invite-only, which means many smaller partners could be cut from the program.

The Hasselblad X2D 100C could soon be upgraded with a second-generation model boasting improved autofocus performance.

When Cloudflare announced its new Pay-Per-Crawl marketplace, some people saw a breakthrough.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/cloudflares-pay-per-crawl-is-built-to-fail-heres-why

With a nice screen, some smart design choices and a battery that lasts and lasts, the Surface Pro 12 is a welcome entry-level entrant in the long-running series.
The post Microsoft Surface Pro 12 (2025) Review appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/microsoft-surface-pro-12

The issue with even the best outdoor speakers is that not all are great at bass. This is an area Sony’s ULT series hopes to change. Bass-boosted wireless speakers can be an acquired taste – some like them, others don’t – but if ever there was a product in need of more bass, it’s [...]
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After posting a record $30 billion revenue in Q2 2025, TSMC announced plans to build at least 15 new fabs worldwide.

Donkey Kong Bananza is among the list of Nintendo Switch 2 games that do not have DLSS support, one of the most exciting features in the new handheld.

Rapidus has begun prototyping 2nm gate-all-around transistor structures at its IIM-1 fab in Japan as it prepares for 2027 mass production.

Discussions and marketing around gaming performance with frame generation enabled have mostly focused on output frame rates, but that focus leaves out a critical piece of the puzzle: input latency. We dig into this issue, explore how it can be measured with readily available software, and use our findings to explore how potential applications of this measurement can guide gamers to the best framegen-enhanced gaming experience.

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Refinance rates were mixed this week. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/plans-to-refinance-refinance-rates-for-july-18-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Protein is essential for staying fit and healthy, and these tips can help you get your daily fix. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/round-out-your-diet-with-more-protein-here-are-7-easy-ways-to-increase-your-protein-intake/#ftag=CADf328eec

The change in the role of privacy professionals reflects a major shift in the data regulation environment
https://www.techradar.com/pro/compliance-is-evolving-is-your-resilience-ready

New data from NymVPN has shown Britons are favoring convenience when using AI chatbots, despite the extensive privacy risks.

Only 2% globally have scaled agentic AI adoption, and 1% in the UK, meaning many won't see the huge cost saving promises.

TL;DR: A 1min.AI lifetime subscription with the most

Want to create user experiences that are not only beautiful but also intuitive and effective? Looking to master the core UX principles that every successful designer relies on? https://webdesignernews.com/the-30-ux-principles-every-designer-should-know-2/

Flip phones aren’t dead. On the contrary, 200+ million non-smartphones are sold annually. That’s roughly equivalent to the number of iPhones sold in 2024. Even in the United States, millions of flip phones are sold each year. https://webdesignernews.com/tiny-screens-big-impact/

An inside look at how movement in design, storytelling and technology shaped a platform to inspire the next generation of creatives. https://webdesignernews.com/designing-momentum-the-story-behind-meet-your-legend/

Millions of people visit the web daily for answers, advice, and inspiration. SEO content bridges a user’s intent with meaningful, discoverable digital information. Building informative, trustworthy articles, product descriptions, videos, and guides can position a website as a reliable resource within its field. But there is more to SEO than filling a page with keywords and hoping for the best. Highly effective SEO content understands how search engines interpret relevance,... https://webdesigner

If you’ve ever scrolled through social media and stopped mid-swipe because something caught your eye, chances are it had movement. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-use-motion-templates-to-level-up-social-media-ads/

What does it take to consistently ship great products? For many development leaders, the answer is evolving. To understand this shift and its broader impacts, we commissioned research from the International Data Corporation (IDC)—surveying 500 development leaders across North America and Europe and augmenting with qualitative interviews. While we expected to hear about expanding responsibilities and the growing impact of generative AI, we were struck by how often respondents cited design as... h

Wherever you're going on vacation you'll find endless opportunities for amazing photos. Here's how to capture them. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/want-to-take-your-best-ever-vacation-photos-my-pro-tips-will-level-up-your-game/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for July 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-july-18/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google AI Mode now includes Gemini 2.5 Pro and Deep Search, while Google Search has added an AI phone-calling assistant.

The Federal Communications Commission will be required to auction off public airwaves on the 6GHz band used by the latest Wi-Fi routers. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/wi-fi-experts-reveal-how-trumps-budget-bill-could-slow-down-your-wi-fi/#ftag=CADf328eec

CNET's Scott Stein unboxes the sportier, stylish Oakley HSTN glasses, which have similar Meta AI functions to the earlier Meta Ray-Bans. https://www.cnet.com/videos/unboxing-the-oakley-hstn-smart-glasses/#ftag=CADf328eec

This is the full process we use to test antivirus software and antivirus companies' cybersecurity suites. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-we-test-antivirus-software/#ftag=CADf328eec

Incentives for heat pumps and other home energy and efficiency investments are also expiring early after changes made by Congress and President Trump. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/key-home-energy-tax-credits-end-this-year-act-quickly-if-youre-considering-solar-panels-experts-say/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Chefman Obliterator is the blender I turn to when I want to make smoothies, pesto and more. And you can get it for under $100. https://www.cnet.com/deals/get-the-powerful-blender-i-use-everyday-for-almost-half-the-retail-price/#ftag=CADf328eec

The clever Chefman Everything Maker can make breakfast sandwiches, grilled cheese, pizza, pancakes and more. Right now, it's marked down to just $48. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-all-in-one-kitchen-appliance-is-on-sale-for-20-off/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Cliq collapses into a tube the size of a water bottle and still supports 300 pounds. Two colors are now 27% off, making my daily go-anywhere seat even easier to recommend. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-take-this-cliq-portable-camping-chair-everywhere-and-these-two-colors-are-40-off-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Obsidian Entertainment's Grounded 2 — the sequel to its 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids!' inspired survival game — is almost here. But is it on Xbox Game Pass?
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/is-grounded-2-on-xbox-game-pass