Nvidia and AMD 8GB budget GPUs aren't selling well at a German retailer, suggesting PC gamers don't want low VRAM GPUs.
Microsoft has canceled the unannounced massively multiplayer game (MMO) from The Elder Scrolls Online developer ZeniMax Game Studios.
Microsoft is cutting thousands of jobs from its Gaming division.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-is-laying-off-9-000-employees-in-its-latest-huge-job-cut
Popular Catwatchful app used spyware to obtain the details of more than 62,000 victims.
Driver-driven performance improvements over time means AMD's graphics card is now better value than ever.
Amazon’s upgraded Echo Dot is now just $31.99 (was $49.99) in this early Prime Day deal — a great chance to grab a quality smart speaker for less.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/prime-day-deal-alert-amazon-echo-dot-is-now-on-sale
Right now on Amazon, you can pick up this fully automated robot vacuum for just £499.99. That's a generous 44% off the original price, making it a much more wallet-friendly option.
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Previously priced at £259.99, the Crucial P310 4TB SSD M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe Gen4 is now just £205.99. That nets you a tidy £54 saving.
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Microsoft Edge version 138 started rolling out last week, and users quickly noticed it's missing an important visual design that was originally introduced specifically for Windows 11.
Microsoft's flagship Surface Laptop 7 may be a year old, but it's still the latest and greatest from the company. And now, it's cheaper than its new midrange Surface Laptop, if you can believe it.
There are times when I think my workstation monitors are more than OK… and then I see discounts like this one for the 34-inch Samsung ViewFinity S50GC. It makes me reconsider. Now available for $220 on Amazon, this monitor that was once $330 has dropped to its all-time best price.
This is an LCD monitor wi
Prime Day is just days away and we’re already reveling in the early deals we’re spotting. Here’s one such deal: the gorgeous Amazon Echo Spot has been slashed down to just $45. That’s 44% off its $80 MSRP and matches the best price it’s ever been.
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Scams existed before the internet, but being online makes them so much worse. A grifter can steal money faster by flooding the world with so many different tactics, like fake text messages, deceptive emails, malicious websites, and bad search engine results. Trying not to get tripped up is complicated. It’s something I’m always aware of when sharing best practices wi
What can give you peace of mind while you’re traveling away from home? Or even just making a quick grocery run while leaving your pets behind? A home Wi-Fi security camera with a remote live feed that you can check in on whenever you want, wherever you want!
I’m talking about something like this Ring Pan-Tilt
Wherever the 12VHPWR connector goes, it brings death with it. The latest in the series of murders is a measly RTX 3060 Ti from China.
The U.S. has lifted recent license requirements on exporting chip design software to China in exchange for Beijing easing rare earth export controls, enabling Cadence, Siemens, and Synopsys to resume shipments to clients in the People's Republic.
The first independent review of Nvidia's new RTX 5050 suggests it's faster than the RTX 3060, and has impressive performance with multi-frame gen, but falls behind the RTX 4060 and B580 at native.
Scientists at the University of Hong Kong have started experimenting with 3D printed organ technology to help burn victims.
OpenAI has condemned online brokerage firm Robinhood's sale of "OpenAI tokens," saying they will not give consumers stock in the company. "We did not partner with Robinhood, were not involved in this, and do not endorse it," the company said in a post on X, adding that the tokens are not equity and that it did not give approval for any transfer.
The statement addresses a recent mo
Samsung has announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will be taking place on July 9 at 10AM ET. This is the third major Unpacked event of the year, following launches of the Galaxy S25 series in January and, more recently, a virtual unveiling of the Galaxy S25 Edge. This time, if previous years are any indication, the company should be sh
Amazon Prime Day is back again with a flurry of heavy-hitting sales. There are great deals to be had on small home appliances like the
Uber drivers in British Columbia, Canada have joined a union and are now seeking the first collective deal for ride-share drivers in the country, according to Bloomberg. Drivers from Greater Victoria, in particular, have joined UFCW 1518, the province's largest private sector union, which currently represents over 28,00
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If Call of Duty slots anywhere into your holiday weekend plans, you'll be happy to hear that double player and weapon XP boosts are available now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-double-xp-weekend-july-2-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The pause on the biggest of Trump's tariffs ends July 9 and no extension is in the works. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/trumps-tariffs-explained-as-the-90-day-pause-set-to-end-next-week/#ftag=CADf328eec
Want a free pass to shop Amazon's Prime Day Deals? Try this shopping trick to unlock massive savings. https://www.cnet.com/tech/unlock-free-prime-day-deals-with-a-few-simple-clicks/#ftag=CADf328eec
If these rumors pan out, I might embrace Apple's next large-sized iPhone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/im-rethinking-my-upgrade-based-on-these-5-iphone-17-pro-max-rumors/#ftag=CADf328eec
Adding your driver's license or state ID to Apple Wallet is easy, as long as you live in the right state and have the right iPhone. Here's what happened when I tried. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-added-my-state-id-to-apple-wallet-on-my-iphone-heres-what-to-look-out-for/#ftag=CADf328eec
One control can bring Apple's Visual Intelligence to more devices besides the iPhone 16 lineup. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-bring-apple-intelligence-and-more-to-your-iphones-control-center/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how to see if you can use Amazon Layaway for Fourth of July and Prime Day sales this month. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/prime-day-2025-how-to-use-amazon-layaway-for-the-big-july-sale/#ftag=CADf328eec
In preparation for Amazon Prime Day and all the counter-sales, make the most of your purchases and pay less or nothing on shipping fees. https://www.cnet.com/tech/hate-shipping-fees-heres-how-to-side-step-extra-costs-at-amazon-target-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec
I won't hold it against you if you'd rather pass on Apple's AI features for now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/if-apple-intelligence-is-getting-in-your-way-heres-how-to-turn-it-off-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
Sony is set to release a major update for the PlayStation 5 Pro in 2026, which is expected to significantly improve performance.
The Last of Us co-creator is stepping back from the HBO Max TV series, but it's got nothing to do with season 2's poor ratings.
Researchers found hardcoded credentials for an admin granting root access.
Xbox cancels more games including the Perfect Dark reboot and closes yet another studio.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 looks great in new leaked photos, but its dust resistance rating might disappoint.
More and more ransomware code is being written by AI - lowering the barrier for entry, experts warn.
Layoffs have begun at Xbox as Phil Spencer claims the brand's future has 'never looked stronger'.
How often do you really need to vacuum your carpets, upholstery, or hard floor? I got the definitive answers, from a cleaning veteran.
A FaceTime child protection feature that blurs nudity in iOS 26 is ruffling a few feathers, but the final version might not prove to be as controversial.
A year after the EU and UK first granted approval, the HPE-Juniper deal is now closed.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/hpe-and-juniper-confirm-merger-deal
A fresh report sheds more light on what's coming from the Samsung tri-fold, including the display size and chipset.
The Google Pixel 6a will get Android 16 on July 8, but the update will come with a battery-limiting addition for some users.
(Sponsored) The MSI Vector A18 HX Series with the AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX Processor seamlessly blends hardcore gaming and intense STEM workloads for a mighty and uncompromising do-it-all laptop The days of choosing a laptop specifically for hardcore PC gaming or advanced STEM tasks have been consigned to the tech history books. Here at Trusted Reviews, [...]
The Nothing Phone 3 is the first to sport the new Glyph Matrix at its rear. We explain what it is and what it does.
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Marshall’s year of new product launches continues with the arrival of the Middleton II, a portable speaker with big battery life and bigger bass. Priced at £259 / $329 / €299, the Middleton sequel is slightly less expensive in the UK than the original was, though the price has gone up in the US by [...]
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Power stations are a great way to take power with you, but they all come with a challenge: how do you carry the big batteries comfortably? If you travel by car or camper van, this challenge may not be as significant, but if you require reliable power on the go, the Bluetti Handsfree 2 [...]
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Microsoft Gaming's Matt Booty says over 40 games are in development at Xbox, while sources say every game shown at the Showcase is "safe" for now.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-gaming-matt-booty-40-games-xbox
Capcom has recently released a fiscal year report for 2024 to 2025, and it reveals that its Steam game sales have risen astronomically compared to its console game sales.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/capcom-reports-that-its-steam-game-sales-have-risen-massively
Cloudflare has announced that its new "pay per crawl" model, which charges AI crawlers for data, is in beta, and site owners can now enroll.
Microsoft having access to OpenAI's IP doesn't necessarily mean that it knows how to use the technology, as insiders cite frustration.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently painted an interesting vision for a future version of ChatGPT, claiming it will“know when to go do something on your behalf.”
Obsidian Entertainment is returning to its beloved Grounded universe with Grounded 2. This sequel plans to expand on the original game's concept with more bugs to hunt, more diverse environments, new tools to craft, the ability to ride bugs, and more.
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Renting an apartment or house doesn’t mean you must forgo the convenience of a smart home; in fact, you might be surprised by the possibilities for making your home life easier, all of which can be achieved without drilling or making any lease-breaking modifications to your dwelling.
I’ve been a serial renter all my adult life, and I’ve been reviewing smar
The global server market soared 134% to $95.2 billion in Q1 2025 as hyperscalers ramped up AI infrastructure, with Arm-based Nvidia GB200 systems driving growth and annual spending projected to exceed $366 billion.
Brazilian consumer watchdog ProconSP has asked Nintendo to change its end-user license agreement in the country.
Ford CEO Jim Farley has joined the chorus of CEOs who believe AI could wipe out 50% of white collar jobs.
Developer Michael Lynch accidentally discovered a privacy vulnerability exposing the details of thousands of customers online.
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Multiple important refinance rates have dropped. Refinance rates change daily, but experts say rates could inch down in the coming months. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-dip-since-last-week-mortgage-refinance-rates-for-july-3-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
Dealing with a headache or migraine is never fun, but doctors and dietitians say these foods may offer some relief. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/experts-say-best-foods-eat-headache/#ftag=CADf328eec
Never do these four things while traveling with your contacts. Trust me, you won't want these mistakes to ruin your trip. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/4-travel-contact-lens-mistakes-im-avoiding-this-july-fourth/#ftag=CADf328eec
For years, cloud computing was synonymous with centralization. That era is over. Enter: the distributed cloud.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/from-centralized-to-distributed-why-cloud-architecture-had-to-change
To support the growth of AI, the humble power grid is where we need to start.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/ais-energy-demands-are-surging-the-grid-needs-to-catch-up
Audeze impresses with their first closed-back planars.
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What happens if you 'eject' your GPU? You might end up wasting an hour of your precious time.
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New troubling research found that entertainment is the most common reason teens use their phones behind the wheel, followed by texting and navigation. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/scary-survey-results-teen-drivers-are-always-looking-at-their-phones/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for July 3. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-thursday-july-3/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Crunchyroll used ChatGPT to translate anime and it did not go well.
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Starlink already accounts for 40% of all the satellites ever launched, and each one releases harmful aluminum oxides when deorbited. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/starlink-plans-to-send-42k-satellites-into-space-that-could-be-bad-news-for-the-ozone/#ftag=CADf328eec
Make sure to use the Switch 2 cable included with the new gaming console. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-issues-it-might-just-be-your-hdmi-cable/#ftag=CADf328eec
Canada bans Hikvision following security review, aligning with allies amid growing distrust of Chinese surveillance tech.