Software developers use AI more than ever, but trust it less
Unreliability is creating hidden errors, increasing developers' debugging time
Unreal Engine ray tracing stuttering in AMD RDNA 4 GPUs linked to Nvidia-optimized game code
Some games are "optimized" to run on Nvidia GPUs, but AMD's bugs aren't helping
PlayStation 6 leaks suggest AMD Orion APU with RDNA 5 and Zen 6 cores
Faster processor, lower power, and 3x the rasterization performance of PS5
Microsoft Office is down to $49 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without breaking the bank, Microsoft Office 2021 is now available for just $49 – a significant price drop and the lowest we've seen this year.
Samsung posts brutal financials as chip business profits plunge by 94%
Profits in the chip business almost disappeared, but the future appears rosy
Nintendo revenue doubles as Switch 2 sales top 5.8 million units
Switch 2 is off to a strong start
Dell's Alienware AW3225QF, one of our favorite 4K OLEDs is $350 off today
In our review, the Alienware AW3225QF proved to be an outstanding 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor, delivering elite response times, 1,000 nits of peak brightness, and superb HDR. With its 240Hz refresh rate, it offers excellent motion clarity and future-proofing. Normally $1,200, it's available for just $849 through Dell.
Familiar specs, new name: Intel's Core 5 120 processors enter the market
Intel expands affordable CPU options with rollout of Core 5 120
Grab a full Windows 11 Pro license for $15
Unbeatable deal, available for a limited time
Nvidia extends Game Ready driver support for Windows 10 users through 2026
Older Maxwell, Volta, and Pascal GPUs will only receive security updates after October 2025
Apple ships 3 billionth iPhone as quarterly revenue jumps 10% – its biggest growth since 2021
Tim Cook said Apple is open to an AI acquisition
Hackers use hidden Raspberry Pi and custom malware to attack bank ATMs
The heist was stopped before the criminals could do any significant damage
What just happened? A recently uncovered attempted bank heist illustrates the growing sophistication and audacity of cybercriminal operations targeting financial institutions. The incident involved a combination of physical intrusion, advanced malware, and anti-forensic measures to allow fraudulent ATM withdrawals from a targeted bank's network.
Fatal Tesla Autopilot crash triggers $345 million lawsuit and safety questions
Lawsuit claims Tesla ignored known Autopilot risks
Proposed "Click to Cancel" Act tackles subscription traps with clearer cancellation rules (again)
New bill aims to reinstate consumer protections for auto-renewing services
Can your PC run Battlefield 6? Full system requirements and multiplayer details revealed
Open Beta weekend dates also confirmed
30 years later, Virtual Boy games are finally playable in color
Color customization breathes new life into Virtual Boy titles on 3DS
AMD signals push for discrete NPUs to rival GPUs in AI-powered PCs
Could discrete NPUs shake Nvidia's tree?
Forward-looking: As AI workloads reshape computing, AMD is exploring a dedicated neural processing unit to complement or replace GPUs in AI PCs. This move reflects growing industry momentum toward specialized accelerators that promise faster performance and greater energy efficiency – key factors as PC makers race to deliver smarter, leaner machines.
Huawei's CloudMatrix 384 could outpace Nvidia in the AI race, study suggests
China is making quick strides in AI, but how real are these advancements?
Paint.NET is a free and flexible image editor for Windows
Paint.NET is a free image editing program for Windows that's known for striking a balance between simplicity and power. It's grown into a robust tool with support for layers, unlimited undo, blending modes, and a wide range of drawing and photo editing tools. Its functionality can be extended further through community-developed plugins. See more recommendations in our Essential Apps feature.
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FUTUROLOGY
NBA quietly trials smart basketballs with sensors and AI
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CORE ULTRA
Intel next-gen desktop CPUs to feature 12-52 cores
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FAKE OR NOT?
Think you can tell a fake image from a real one? Microsoft's quiz will test you
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THE WEB
YouTube is using AI to verify user age based on viewing habits
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BOSTON DYNAMICS
Domino's deploys robot dog to deliver pizza
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GAMING CULTURE
Crytek devs explain the jump from Far Cry to Crysis
Meta faces antitrust investigation over AI chatbot integration in WhatsApp
Is Meta's chatbot being imposed on WhatsApp users violating EU's antitrust laws?
Zhaoxin unveils new consumer and server CPUs aimed at challenging global semiconductor giants
Their debut showcases China's progress in homegrown AI processors
Google search flaw allows articles to vanish through "clever" censorship tactics
A reputation management company's dream
Microsoft's Azure revenue tops $75 billion as AI demand accelerates
AWS leads the global cloud infrastructure market, but Azure's growth rate continues to impress
Skechers unveils kids' sneakers with hidden Apple AirTag compartment
Track your kids with new Skechers 'Find My' sneakers
Dropbox is shutting down its password manager next month – here are the best alternatives
1Password has an easy import function, but we also recommend Bitwarden and Proton Pass
After laying off 15,000 employees, Microsoft reveals Xbox Game Pass revenue hit nearly $5 billion
Microsoft's overall revenue and net income both increased
Startup and Nobel laureate collaborate to create GPU financial exchange
It will enable participants to trade GPU resources like commodity futures
China summons Nvidia over potential security concerns in H20 chips
Beijing warns of tracking tech and backdoor risks in Nvidia chips
Zuckerberg claims superintelligence is near and will empower individuals
"Building a free society requires that we aim to empower people as much as possible"
Forward-looking: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has articulated his ambitions for artificial intelligence in a sweeping blog post, calling for a future where personal superintelligence becomes a driving force for individual empowerment instead of widespread job automation.
Trump administration's digital health tracking system gives tech giants access to medical records
The plan has raised plenty of privacy concerns
Forward-looking: The Trump administration wants the US public to upload personal health data and medical records to a series of apps and systems managed by private health companies and tech giants. The move is supposed to allow easier access to health records across the nation, bringing personal healthcare into the digital age, but there are plenty of concerns about the security of the data and the possibility that it could be exploited.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and 9970X Review: Zen 5 to the Extreme
AMD's Threadripper 9000 series pushes Zen 5 to the extreme, with up to 64 cores and sky-high specs. We review the HEDT 9970X and 9980X – powerful, pricey, and not for the faint of budget.
Microsoft suddenly bans LibreOffice developer's email account, blocks appeal
A customer service slip-up or part of a productivity suite rivalry?
These are the jobs that are most likely to be automated by AI
Rather than making predictions based on theory, the study analyzed real interactions between users and generative AI tools
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