Battlefield 6 Benchmark: 33 CPUs Tested in Multiplayer
We benchmarked 33 CPUs in Battlefield 6 to see what really drives performance. After testing 43 GPUs last week, it's time to find out which processors keep the action smooth when chaos begins.
Steve Jobs to appear on new commemorative $1 coin next year
Recap: The United States has been commemorating technological innovations from throughout the nation's history with special $1 coins since 2018, representing all states, territories, and the District of Columbia. Next year's batch of coins includes one representing California, which will depict the famous Apple co-founder.
Google is changing how ads appear in Search, slowly and carefully
The company's new "sponsored results" label is meant to improve clarity without disrupting billions in ad revenue
Microsoft Office is down to $49 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without paying any subscriptions, Office 2021 is now available for just $49, an incredible deal. All the essential tools you need for work or personal projects at over 80% off the regular price.
Asus's ROG Xbox Ally X is a handheld powerhouse – and a wallet buster
Asus and Microsoft's ROG Xbox Ally X blends Xbox comfort with PC power, offering superb performance, ergonomics, and a slick full-screen Xbox interface. For $1,000, reviewers agree it's the best Windows handheld yet, though it feels more like a mini-PC than a true console. Meanwhile, the (non-X) ROG Xbox Ally has received mixed reviews, with critics noting weaker battery life and performance.
Microsoft blocks one-click IE Mode launch in Edge after browser exploits emerge
Researchers have already tracked malicious usage in the wild
Apple M5 debuts on MacBook Pro 14, new iPad Pro, and Vision Pro refresh
M5 chip delivers Apple's biggest leap in AI and graphics performance yet
This $800 experiment caught unencrypted calls, texts, and military data from space
Study reveals that half of geostationary satellites transmit private data without encryption
Tim Cook risks Trump's wrath with new Apple investment pledge in China
Apple's new China commitment comes as US tensions hit new highs
Grab a full Windows 11 Pro license for just $15
Unbeatable deal, available for a limited time
Broadcom takes on Nvidia with Thor Ultra, an open 800G Ethernet chip for AI clusters
Betting on open Ethernet to break Nvidia's networking lock-in
AMD and Intel are working together to standardize the future of x86 processors
The chipmakers are rolling out unified improvements for performance, safety, and compatibility
Apple Pro Display XDR 2 could feature a built-in camera, 7K resolution, and Apple silicon
Expected to launch in late 2025 or early 2026
Authorities seize $15 billion in Bitcoin after investigation into worldwide investment fraud
Trafficked workers ran crypto scams from compounds disguised as legitimate businesses
Most mobile game developers want Apple and Google to open the gates, survey finds
Study finds developers are eager to diversify beyond official app stores
Toshiba's 12-disk hard drive breakthrough could lead to 40TB models by 2027
The company's new glass-based design packs more platters into the same 3.5-inch form factor
Superwood has arrived – wood up to ten times stronger than steel and six times lighter
Could Superwood replace steel in construction?
GZDoom developers split from creator amid AI controversy, launch new fork UZDoom
Disagreements over AI-generated code lead to mass exodus
MSI says pallets of RTX 5090 cards seen in China came from gray market imports
"We strictly comply with international regulations"
AI-generated screensaver ads coming to DirecTV in 2026
Because more ads on idle TV screens is what consumers want
Tesla offloads Cybertrucks to SpaceX and xAI as sales slump continues
Musk aimed for 250,000 Cybertrucks a year by 2025 – reality is closer to 20,000
Facepalm: Elon Musk appears to be improving Cybertruck sales figures by selling large numbers to his own companies. Truckloads of the eight-times-recalled electric pickups have been arriving at SpaceX and xAI, boosting sales of a vehicle that sold just over 5,000 units in Q3 2025.
Samsung ties employee payouts to stock price in first company-wide incentive program
The three-year plan lets staff choose cash or shares for bonuses
Pixnapping attack lets malicious apps steal sensitive data from Android devices
The attack works, but requires a lot of "ifs" to properly achieve its goal
You'll soon be able to shop at Walmart directly through ChatGPT
AI could predict what you need even before you realize it
Microsoft's new image generator shows it's ready to go its own way on AI
MAI-Image-1 model can turn text into realistic images – and it was built without outside help
MetaGraph is like Google for DNA, just more compressed and jam-packed with genomic data
Swiss researchers develop search engine for genetic code sequences
Windows 10 support ends today, but security updates are still available for one more year
Millions of devices still run Windows 10
The big picture: Microsoft is officially ending mainstream support for Windows 10 today, which means millions of devices still running the older OS will no longer receive new features, security updates, or technical assistance. However, all Windows 10 PCs will remain fully functional for now, and most apps and services are expected to continue supporting the legacy OS for at least a while longer.
Microsoft's October Windows 11 update adds AI shortcuts, tighter security, and a more unified Settings app
The October rollout modernizes everything from File Explorer to system security
New 2D memory chip could extend Moore's Law into the atomic era
The memory chip achieves 94% yield and 5 MHz operation
Perplexity's AI browser Comet is now available for download
Comet combines traditional web browsing with an AI assistant in the sidebar. Built on Chromium, it supports familiar extensions and introduces features such as instant page summarization, contextual answers, task automation, and smart tab management. Comet is now free for everyone to use.
UK regulator fines 4chan $26,000 and counting under Online Safety Act
The message board has filed a lawsuit against the UK government
In brief: The UK has issued its first fine against a company in relation to the country's Online Safety Act (OSA). Controversial US image-hosting board 4chan has been fined £20,000 (around $26,000) for failing to protect children from harmful content, an amount that is increasing by £100 (approximately $133) every day.
Average new car price tops $50,000 for first time as Americans shift to EVs and luxury models
The expiration of the $7,500 EV tax credit helped spark record sales that reshaped September's pricing landscape
Bottom line: Five years ago, the average new vehicle cost roughly $40,000. The current average of over $50,000 illustrates the rapid escalation of prices and the transformation of what constitutes a "typical" new car purchase in the US. For many Americans, the new car market has shifted decisively toward affluent buyers and technologically advanced vehicles, with economic pressures and regulatory changes redefining both supply and demand.
After years in the lab, SOT-MRAM might finally be ready for the real world
A tungsten breakthrough could finally make next-gen memory a reality