OpenAI, the company that develops ChatGPT, has decided to cancel its plans to transform the organization into a for-profit company. Instead, the non-profit organization that founded OpenAI will continue to run the business as before.
The for-profit plans, announced in December 2024, were justifi
In an era of tariffs, we expect prices to go up. Intel is doing the opposite: lowering the price of two “Arrow Lake” desktop processors instead.
Intel is trimming the price of the Core Ultra 7 265K by $100 to $299, previously $399—basically 25 percent off. Intel has also cut the price of the Core Ultra 7 265KF by $100, down to $284 from an earlier $384. The
Intel said Wednesday that the company is adding its XeSS 2 technology to even more games, including top-tier titles like Diablo IV and Assassin’s Creed Shadows — pushing them into the “definitely playable” category by increasing framerates up to a whopping four times higher. As part of the announcement, Intel also revealed that some sort of
Has your Roku player or Roku TV started talking whenever you’re in a menu or on a settings screen? There’s a simple explanation for a suddenly chatty Roku, as well as an easy way to keep it quiet.
The reason for a talking Roku player is the “Screen Reader,” a Roku accessibility feature that reads on-screen text for visually impaired users. Once enabled, the
OLED monitors are finally starting to dip down into the affordable price range, albeit with a very flexible definition of “affordable.” Today you can get a 27-inch, refurbished Acer Predator gaming OLED display for just $409.99 on eBay. That’s almost as cheap as we’ve ever seen, and it’s from a major brand to boot.
Intel launches another microcode update addressing Raptor Lake instability. This time the update addresses rare cases where Vmin Shift can occur.
New “software art” piece brings Clippy back to your desktop, serving up locally installed LLMs from the mouth of a paperclip.
Save $400 in this B&H Photo deal on MSI's prebuilt Aegis ZS2 desktop gaming PC.
Geekerwan managed to procure a non-functional Nintendo Switch 2 board, and utilized a FIB-SEM to dissect and analyze its internal details.
NEO Semiconductor has announced progress on its new 3D X-DRAM technology, with new 1T1C and 3T0C chip designs increasing DRAM speeds by an order of magnitude for tomorrow’s top-end computing.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are technically open, but you may have trouble grabbing the console before its June 5 release date if you haven't secured an order already. As of our latest sweep, the device is still completely out of stock at Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, Target and other retailers. This has (mostly) been the case in the US since the Switch 2 first went up for sale on April 24, and it remain
Electronic Arts has confirmed that the next Battlefield game will be revealed this summer, ahead of a launch date some time before April 2026. The news was shared in the company’s Q4 and and financial year 2025 results, published this week.
EA CEO Andrew Wilson called the latest installment in the long-running
It’s earnings season, and automakers are warning investors about the impact tariffs will have on vehicle pricing. As first reported by Reuters, the cost of Ford's Mustang Mach-E, Ford’s electric SUV, could rise by as much as $2,000 on some models.
Ford manufactures the Mach-E as well as other non-
"We welcome the addition of body-worn cameras and appreciate the enhanced transparency and assurance they provide," a then-DEA official wrote in a 2021 press release. So much for that. ProPublica
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Kindle Comic Converter optimizes comics and manga for eink readers like Kindle, Kobo, ReMarkable, and more. Pages display in fullscreen without margins, with proper fixed layout support. Its main feature is various optional image processing steps to look good on eink screens, which have different requirements than normal LCD screens. It also does filesize optimization by downscaling to your specific device's screen resolution, which can improve performance on underpowered ereaders. Supported
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The latest TikTok trend is leading to fire evacuations at schools across Connecticut.
As part of the trend, students are filming themselves inserting items such as pencils, paper clips, and pushpins into the charging ports of their school Chromebooks to set them on fire. Why? For a laugh and a brief break from schoolwork.
One such “tutorial” gained 1.5 million views on TikTok before being removed,
Apartment and condo dwellers in one US state can enjoy balcony solar power with EcoFlow's new Stream series. Here's what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/news/ecoflows-new-solar-system-can-work-in-your-apartment-if-you-live-in-utah/#ftag=CADf328eec
Gardencup offers a convenient and healthy option for weekly lunches. https://www.cnet.com/news/we-tried-gardencup-salads-heres-what-we-loved-and-what-was-just-ok/#ftag=CADf328eec
You might be able to see if that company is actually looking at applications. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/linkedin-has-more-gen-ai-powered-tools-for-your-next-job-search/#ftag=CADf328eec
While it's hard to argue with "more pixels equals more better," you have to be able to see those pixels, don't you? https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/1440p-vs-4k-whats-the-right-resolution-for-your-monitor/#ftag=CADf328eec
This five-step routine can help relax your mind and body before bed, leading to a better-quality night's rest. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/practice-the-10-3-2-1-0-sleep-rule-to-cure-your-restless-nights/#ftag=CADf328eec
Streaming Netflix on your phone is about to get more interactive. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/netflix-tests-ai-powered-search-and-tiktok-layout-for-mobile-app/#ftag=CADf328eec
The political tug-of-war on student loan policy isn't helping anyone get out of debt. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/does-student-loan-news-have-you-scared-i-talked-to-an-expert-to-answer-your-top-questions/#ftag=CADf328eec
Disney's seventh theme park destination could open by the early 2030s on Yas Island. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/disneys-abu-dhabi-theme-park-might-be-its-most-technologically-advanced-resort-yet/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you have an old LG phone, you'll need to update it soon -- LG stopped creating new smartphones in 2021 and is shutting down its update servers on June 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/update-your-lg-smartphone-now-soon-you-wont-be-able-to/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't be surprised by the long lines and wait times if you try to fly domestically without a proper ID. https://www.cnet.com/culture/you-can-still-fly-without-a-real-id-but-it-might-take-much-longer-in-airports/#ftag=CADf328eec
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-8-may-2025
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-8-may-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-8-may-2025
AI is a hacker’s powerful weapon but also our best defense against evolving cyber threats.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/ai-in-cybersecurity-raider-or-guardian
DOD slates existing software procurement processes, saying past ways were cumbersome and lacking in agility.
Do companies risk exacerbating existing problems with technical debt – or might AI provide the answer to effectively tackling them?
https://www.techradar.com/pro/will-ai-fix-legacy-it-struggles-or-create-new-ones
Apple TV+ announces new seasons for two of its best comedies.
Google Fi VPN has become the latest Google VPN product to be rebranded to VPN by Google. After the changes began in 2024, the change promises very little change, so what's new?
Fed up with Windows 11’s Start menu? Microsoft has confirmed that a redesign is coming, and it looks promising even at this early stage.
Very sensitive PII was taken, including health and payment data from iHeartRadio customers.
After fifteen months, the social media platform can be accessed without a VPN
Say hello to the Wix Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server built for both designers and website owners.
Microsoft's latest AI feature wants to help you adjust your settings
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/microsoft-ai-agent-laptop-settings-
Ninja has quietly launched an upgraded version to its five-star coffee machine, with the Luxe Cafe Pro. We compare the two here.
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We tend to think using our PCs is the most harmless thing on the planet — that when we’re alone, it’s just ourselves and our thoughts for company. But the terrifying truth is that our PC’s webcam can be an open-door for hackers to spy on us.
It’s not easy
When was the last time you used a USB flash drive? I had to think for a moment myself — and to be honest, I can’t remember exactly. For years, the USB stick was the device of choice when it came to fast and uncomplicated data transfer. Why do these practical storage aids hardly play a role today, and are they possibly even on the verge of extinction? A look at curren
They say good things come in small packages, and that’s definitely true when it comes to mini PCs. I mean, just look at this Acemagician M1 mini PC that’s only $398 on Amazon (was $499). I challenge you to find a similarly priced laptop that offers this much power. Yeah,
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Yesterday, Microsoft announced in a blog post a “new generation of Windows experiences” that includes a brand-new Start menu for Windows 11. The first traces of this new Start menu
We’ve been getting glimpses of a new model of Asus handheld gaming PC for months, via both leaks and official teases. The late
Google’s online advertising business has been ruled a monopoly, as determined by a United States federal judge at the tail end of a long antitrust case. And just like the Department of Justice
Every so often, I end up with a new gadget, accessory, or tool that’s so good that I wonder how I ever lived without it. My most recent example is this USB-C endoscope camera, which I snagged for just $21.
What’s an endoscope camera? Think of a
We’ve all been there—sitting and staring at row after row of Netflix categories, trying to find something new to watch. I’ve browsed Netflix so much, I feel like I’ve scrolled for shows more than I’ve actually streamed them.
Netflix has offered many solutions to try and help solve the video browsing blues, from the streaming’s famous algorithm to the
Reviews for the AMD's China-exclusive RX 9070 GRE have gone live in China, where it falls 5-10% behind the RTX 5070 in rasterization but costs $50 less.
There’s a lot to like about the HP Omen Max 16, but it will weigh heavily on your back and your wallet.
https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/hp-omen-max-16-review
U.S. tariffs enacted in April could raise tech product prices by 11% to 70%, slash consumer spending by $123 billion annually, and reduce GDP by $69 billion, according to a Consumer Technology Association report.
Have you ever thought about how the limitations of early cartoon animations might relate to web design today? From looping backgrounds to minimal frame changes, these retro animation techniques have surprising parallels to modern CSS. In this article, pioneering author and web designer Andy Clarke shows how he applied these principles to Emmy-winning composer Mike Worth’s new website, using CSS to craft engaging and fun animations that bring his world to life. h
Harman International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung, is purchasing the audio business of health technology company Masimo for $350 million in cash. The deal is expected to finalized by the end of 2025, though it's still subject to regulatory approvals. Samsung
LinkedIn is still on a mission to persuade job hunters to apply for fewer roles. But the company is rolling out a new set of AI-powered upgrades to its job-searching features it hopes will make that prospect more appealing.
The company is introducing a revamped search tool that aims to make it easier for job seekers to find relevant roles. Up
Sony has expanded its PlayStation Studios roster with teamLFG, which spun out from Bungie and is working on an "ambitious" incubation project. The studio is based in Bellevue, Washington (where Bungie's HQ is), though some team members work remotely elsewhere in the US and Canada. The crew in
Netflix has been gradually culling its library of interactive content for a while now, but Black Mirror’s Emmy award winning Bandersnatch was one of the fe
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Netflix is finally pushing out the major TV app redesign it started testing last year, with a top navigation bar and new recommendation features. It’s also experimenting with generative AI and TikTok–style vertical video clips on mobile devices.
Netflix first teased the new TV app in June 2024, with Reuters calling it the company’s
New AI features from LinkedIn will soon help job seekers find positions that best suit them—without the need for exact keyword matches or specific job titles.
LinkedIn’s new AI-powered job search interface allows users to express their goals in plain language, says Rohan Rajiv, LinkedIn’s head of career products. For example, users can type a phrase like “business development or partnership r
Community “management” at its core is supporting and enabling communities to manage themselves. https://stackoverflow.blog/2025/05/07/behind-the-scenes-community-management-at-stack-overflow/
Blesky každým rokem zasáhnou miliony stromů. Impozantní silovoň v amerických pralesích si z toho udělal brutální ekologickou strategii. Tyčí se nad prales, čímž na sebe blesky přitahuje jako mucholapka mouchy. Zásah bleskem v pohodě přežije a blesk zlikviduje jeho konkurenci. Ekologie nezná hranic. http://www.osel.cz/14048-mohutna-silovon-z-americkych-pralesu-vyznava-dabelskou-ekologii.html
Okay, nobody is an exaggeration, but have you seen the stats for hwb()? They show a steep decline, and after working a lot on color in the CSS-Tricks almanac, I’ve just been wondering why that is.
Why is Nobody Using the hwb() Color Function? originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the
SwitchBot's Meter Pro tracks air quality wherever you put it and had surprising results for my kitchen, bedroom and more. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/how-one-portable-air-quality-monitor-changed-how-i-saw-my-home/#ftag=CADf328eec
Tariffs are threatening higher inflation, and that's putting pressure on the Fed to keep borrowing costs high. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/fed-plans-to-pause-interest-rate-cuts-again-heres-why-you-should-care/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple forged the iPhone 16 series to be the ultimate platform for Apple Intelligence. But over half a year later, the best iPhone 16 Pro features have little to do with AI. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-16-pro-long-term-one-feature-stands-above-all-others/#ftag=CADf328eec
As carriers begin to unveil their own satellite plans, here's everything you need to know whether your phone supports satellite connectivity or is "satellite optimized." https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/what-you-need-to-know-about-satellite-connectivity-in-phones/#ftag=CADf328eec
Streaming Netflix on your phone is about to get more interactive. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/netflix-testing-new-mobile-ai-feature-and-tik-tok-style-clips/#ftag=CADf328eec
Nvidia confirms RTX 5060 arrives May 19, and with AMD’s RX 9060 XT rumored for mid-May, this should be a crucial lower-mid-range GPU showdown.
Three modules found hosting very destructive malware targeting Linux systems.
Netflix is redesigning its TV home screen, and infusing it with new recommendations and AI technologies
Apple has updated its US and UK Certified Refurbished Stores to include the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, with substantial savings on the higher end models.
I've reviewed many good, affordable laptops, but let me tell you all about how those super cheap laptop deals might come back to bite you.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/the-hidden-costs-of-cheap-laptops
Can the Xbox-branded ROG Ally 2 pull the rug out from under the Nintendo Switch 2's upcoming launch?
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/rog-ally-2-leak
Looking to upgrade your hard drive? This WD Elements external hard drive provides a whopping 20TB of storage for less than £300.
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As Microsoft has just launched its latest line-up of Copilot Plus PCs, we compare the two-in-one Surface Pro to the 4.5-star iPad Pro M4.
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