
Multi-screen laptops are a thing, and have been a thing for a while. I vividly remember the ThinkPad W700DS, which had a pull-out, secondary screen years before people started packing USB monitors in their bags. But what about a laptop with a secondary touchscreen, in a convenient place, and a lot smaller than any similar design I’ve seen?
The SZBox DSX156

According to a new research paper by Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab, humans are surprisingly (or maybe not-so-surprisingly) bad at detecting and recognizing AI-generated images.
The study collected data from an online “Real or Not Quiz” game, involving over 12,500 global participants who analyzed approximately 287

With its silky performance and razor-sharp video resolution, the Apple TV 4K has been my streaming box of choice for years, but it has some quirks that drive me up the wall.
For instance, why does the TV button on the Siri Remote send you to the Apple TV app rather than the main Apple TV home screen? What’s with those Apple TV+ video promos that start playing

Windows 10, 10 years past. Looking back, I think that the one thing Windows 10 offered more than anything else was: optimism.
Ten years ago today, Windows 10 launched. My review of Windows 10 still feels familiar, just like

Tripods are essential tools for Photographers and Videographers. However, many of them still struggle with the same persistent issues in their tripod setups — bulky weight, cumbersome switching between shooting modes, limited stability at extreme angles, and inefficient quick-release systems.

There are two great deals on some of AMD's best gaming chips right now.


If you're in the market for a new mouse that won't totally break the bank then today is your lucky day. Right now, our favorite mouse for productivity is down to a record-low price. You can pick up the


Sex toy company Lovense is leaking the email addresses of its app users and allowing account takeovers without asking for a password, according to a security researcher. As reported by TechCrunch, BobDaHacker, who describes themself as an ethical hacker committed to exposing and reporting security vulnerabil

Google is updating AI Mode on desktop this week with the ability to process images, so you can ask it detailed questions about the pictures like you already can on mobile. In the coming weeks, the company is also adding support for PDF uploads on desktop, which could help you digest lengthy course or work materials. You can ask AI Mode to summarize the document


Elgato just introduced a novel new webcam with a pro-grade feature. The Facecam 4K allows users to mount lens filters for unique effects. This is the first time a webcam has offered this functionality.

After kicking off its PS Plus 15th anniversary celebrations last month, Sony has announced the PS Plus Monthly games for August. From August 5, members of al

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The ELF Injector allows you to "inject" arbitrary-sized relocatable code chunks into ELF executables. The code chunks will run before the original entry point of the executable runs.
Included in the project are sample chunks as well as a step-by-step tutorial on how it works.
It's a mix of C and assembly and currently runs on 32-bit ARM though it's easy to port to other architectures.
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Hi HN, Hussain and Dan from Xorq here.
After years of struggling with scaling compute that worked in notebooks but failed in production, we decided to do something about it. Data has standards like Iceberg and Delta. But compute is still a mess—trapped in notebooks, duplicated effort across teams, or baked into custom Airflow DAGs. We think of Xorq as the missing analog to Apache Iceberg, but for compute.
We’ve spent the last year building Xorq, an *compute catalog* that helps teams *reu


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It's a web app that uses AI to turn any book into a playable text adventure. Your favorite book, but your choices, hence your story. You can even "remix" the genre like playing Dune as a noir detective story.
Note: Work in progress. Suggestions are welcome.
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Hi HN! We're Yujong, John, Duck, and Sung from Hyprnote (https://hyprnote.com). We're building an open-source, privacy-first AI note-taking app that runs fully on-device. Think of it as an open-source Granola. No Zoom bots, no cloud APIs, no data ever leaves your machine.
Source code: https://github.com/fastrepl/hyprnote Demo video: https:/


The store's latest version of its popular skeleton decoration is about half the size, but it has animated features and can talk. https://www.cnet.com/news/the-famous-home-depot-skelly-finds-its-voice-with-new-app-for-halloween/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new photo harmonization tool cuts the manual work of editing, recoloring and relighting down to a couple of minutes. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/photoshops-new-ai-tool-wants-to-help-you-spend-less-time-relighting-photos/#ftag=CADf328eec

If your home AC doesn't seem to be working right, I've found several key changes that make a world of difference. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/ac-fixes-to-cool-down-your-too-hot-home-this-summer/#ftag=CADf328eec

Dietitians share why whole milk is making a comeback and if it belongs in your fridge. https://www.cnet.com/health/whole-milk-is-popular-again-but-is-it-right-for-you-we-asked-dietitians/#ftag=CADf328eec

This five-step routine can help relax your mind and body before bed, leading to a better night's rest. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/the-10-3-2-1-0-sleep-hack-may-kick-your-restless-nights-to-the-curb/#ftag=CADf328eec

Aly Lopez highlights today's tech news, including Trump's recent executive orders around AI, Meta pulling its political ads in the EU and Intel's drastic workforce reduction. https://www.cnet.com/videos/trumps-ai-action-plan-tech-company-layoffs-and-more-tech-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can watch Wicked right now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-best-fantasy-movies-to-watch-on-prime-video-july-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Trainer customization and detective work are also returning to Lumiose City. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/pokemon-legends-z-a-gives-us-first-look-at-mega-dragonite-wild-mega-evolutions/#ftag=CADf328eec

Combat the summer heat, and your soaring electric bill, with these budget-friendly cooling tips. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/ac-running-up-your-bill-here-are-6-cooling-tips-to-help/#ftag=CADf328eec

The manufacturing program will train businesses in AI and new production techniques. https://www.cnet.com/tech/apple-to-open-manufacturing-academy-in-detroit-but-dont-expect-a-us-iphone-in-near-future/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple’s Magic Mouse is an impediment to its gaming ambitions and desperately needs a redesign.

Apple Intelligence "Sploitlight" flaw was quickly remedied, but Microsoft still wants you to be aware of it.

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-30-july-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-30-july-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-30-july-2025

Lisa Su argues that while AMD CPUs could be up to 20% pricier if made in the US, that trade-off is worth it in terms of diversifying the supply chain.

Antigravity is promising to make its first drone easy to master and family friendly – and there are two big ways I can already see how that could be achieved.

Windows 10 turns ten years old - too bad Microsoft's birthday present is a death sentence.

It appears the Google Home disaster is getting worse rather than better, and Google could end up paying for it.

Activision has announced new changes to Call of Duty HQ that will see the removal of two games.

Razer has unveiled the new BlackShark V3 Pro line for console and PC.

Having an allow-list in Gemini CLI caused a few issues, but Google patched it up.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic offers a great all-round smartwatch experience, but a few small issues remain.
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Rather than paying the original $1,199, you can now get your hands on the Apple 2025 MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop with the M4 chip for just $999 (saving 17%).
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Found within the Amazon smartphone app, Amazon Haul is a new service that sells thousands of products at under £20.
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Smartwatch battery life hasn't improved much in the past decade, but that could finally be about to change.
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Grounded 2 has arrived in early access, and one of the most notable changes Obsidian made was replacing all tools with the upgradeable Omni-Tool (I like it).

Grounded 2 has a lot going for it, but the atmosphere shouldn't be overlooked. The lighting alone is a serious improvement on the first game.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/grounded-2-gorgeous-lighting

As if you didn’t have enough to worry about when it comes to surveillance, researchers have discovered a new way to identify and track people using Wi-Fi signals—and I’m not talking about anything relating to your electronic devices. This tech can identify a specific, individual person, and track them in a physical space and across locations, based on how their body

If you’re looking for a way to tame the charging cable chaos on your desk, you should look into this Anker 6-port charging station that’s now on sale for $28.49 (was $45.99). It’s a fantastic solution for keeping all your devices powered up without a million separate chargers.
This compact Anker c

If you’ve spent any amount of time using ChatGPT, you already know that it often requires lengthy explanations, prompt tweaks, and/or extra context to get it doing what you actually meant. Often, but not always.
ChatGPT is capable of performing useful tasks with single, one-line prompts. When worded correctly, ChatGPT will perform the following tas

Everyone fears when the battery on your smartphone is running low and you wonder whether you’ll make it home in time. Especially when important items such as tickets, payments, or other things are connected to it to make sure you get home.
Power banks provide a quick remedy here. But one thing that has always bothered me about them is the tangled mess of ca


With apologies for contradicting the weird stickers and meme-obsessed teenagers you’ve been seeing for the last few years, birds are actually quite real. They aren’t robots built by the government to spy on you. But, at the risk of contradicting myself, their brains are computers. Let me explain

If you’re always on a laptop and still confined to the single screen it offers, it’s time to make one of the best upgrades you’ll ever make: a portable second screen that can go with you to the coffee shop or serve you just as well when you’re working from home—like this 15.6-inch MNN monitor that’s now $59.97 on Amazon

Jack Harvest has designed an NAS enclosure inspired by the Minisforum N5 that you can 3D print at home to create using a mini PC.

The European Union is launching a $30 billion initiative to build a network of gigawatt-class AI data centers across 16 member states in a bid to catch up with the U.S. and China, though concerns remain over power supply, unclear specifications, and long-term business viability.
https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/eu-readies-us


Rugged and regal, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is


I’ve been wondering for a while what the killer app for Joy-Con mouse controls on the Nintendo Switch 2 might be. Sure,

I am not currently a user of Mastodon, but I have some interest in the project. I was looking at some stuff that seemed to indicate to me that the OSA could make it difficult to self host Mastodon without providing age verification. I was then reading the provisions and realsised that it didn't really affect you unless you have at least 3 million monthly users, so in theory would not affect self hosters with only a few users. But then I thought that if you are federated with a very large ins
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I've tested all the ways to mount your home security cams once you've chosen the right spot. Here's which methods worked best around my home. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/how-to-choose-the-best-mounting-options-for-your-home-security-camera-ive-tried-them-all/#ftag=CADf328eec

The speeds of AT&T's 5G fixed wireless service were significantly lower than advertised, but it's still worth trying if your options are limited. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/i-tried-att-internet-air-for-a-week-it-wasnt-even-close-to-fast-enough/#ftag=CADf328eec

Check out these expert tips on how to be prepared and get back online the next time you lose power. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/power-outage-heres-how-to-keep-your-internet-on-like-a-pro/#ftag=CADf328eec

There's much to like about Verizon's fiber-optic home internet: straightforward terms, decent perks and solid customer satisfaction scores. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/verizon-fios-internet-review/#ftag=CADf328eec

Skip the sweat session at the grill and don't even look at your oven dial. I crunched the numbers, tested the temps and survived the heat wave to find the best cooking appliance for when it's too hot to cook -- but you still have to eat. https://www.cnet.com/news/ditch-the-hot-oven-the-ultimate-summer-cooking-hack-is-sitting-on-your-counter/#ftag=CADf328eec

Streaming services like Netflix are consistently raising their subscriptions. I recommend trying my favorite platform -- it's free. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/access-more-than-30000-movies-and-tv-shows-with-this-one-free-item/#ftag=CADf328eec

Game Pass subscribers can also play the new '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/xbox-game-pass-adds-ground-2-and-other-games-this-month/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's the next big AI moonshot, designed to outthink humans in medicine, physics, strategy, creativity, reasoning and more. Tech giants are racing to get there. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-is-superintelligence-everything-you-need-to-know-about-ais-endgame/#ftag=CADf328eec

ChatGPT is a user-friendly chatbot that you can dive right into, no account required. We have everything you need to know right here. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/get-started-with-chatgpt-a-beginners-guide-to-using-the-super-popular-ai-chatbot/#ftag=CADf328eec

The iPhone 17 is right around the corner and I need Apple to focus on what matters. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-please-dont-let-ai-ruin-the-iphone-17s-camera/#ftag=CADf328eec

Review: The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the most fully-realized version of Samsung's ideal flip phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-tested-the-galaxy-z-flip-7-and-it-impressed-me-in-nearly-every-way-but-one/#ftag=CADf328eec

Want to engage in some (almost) guilt-free online shopping? Here's a technique that could score you some savings. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-saved-hundreds-of-dollars-by-using-klarnas-ai-shopping-assistant-heres-how-to-use-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

Two groups claimed responsibility for Aeroflot attack - one from Ukraine, and one from Belarus.

New images suggest Apple has sent someone to take the iPhone 17 Pro for a spin in the outside world.

If you're a member of the multiple monitor club, you're going to love this small but highly convenient tweak.

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 is almost at an end, but players can still look forward to the Super Showdown finale event on August 2.

Pay with Crypto will allow US PayPal merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments, with multiple coins supported.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/paypal-will-now-accept-payments-in-crypto

ByteDance looks to be collecting huge amounts of user, project and system info from Trae, even when telemetry is toggled off.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/bytedance-ai-tool-caught-spying-on-users

Audacy may be gone from your Roku TV but there are plenty of decent alternatives

There is a weird sense of déjà vu about the Bose QuietComfort Headphones
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