
Have any old PC towers, laptops and printers sitting around? Here's where you can recycle them for free -- and, in some cases, even get store credit. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/spring-cleaning-your-tech-how-to-recycle-old-computers-and-printers-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: The Northern Irish golfer's pursuit of glory at Augusta is this weekend's must-watch sporting spectacle. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/why-the-stars-may-finally-be-aligning-for-rory-mcilroy-to-capture-the-elusive-green-jacket-at-the-masters/#ftag=CADf328eec

A viral post convinced millions that Apple was bringing pop star emojis to iOS 18.5. Turns out it was all a lie.

A new PlayStation Portal update arrives today, bringing a ton of new features aimed at improving the user experience while using Cloud Game Streaming Beta.

Avowed might be good, but I don’t want Windows 10 shoving adverts in my face urging me to buy the game, thanks Microsoft.

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-11-april-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-11-april-2025

Agentic AI can vastly improve productivity, but it only works with a solid foundation of… human creatives.

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-11-april-2025

As phishing attacks evolve, human ingenuity becomes a vital component of a comprehensive defense strategy.

The last 3 years has seen a rise in cyber threats.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/over-100-million-malicious-emails-blocked-by-hmrc

The latest image trend is simply trying to talk to the development team.

WhatsApp has rolled out its controversial Meta AI chatbot update in more countries – and many users aren't happy.

Live coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 2, which adds a new Hero, as well as a bunch of changes to the game's meta.

SMBs in manufacturing are particularly hit, although IT and services aren't faring much better.

BenQ's new projectors deliver bigger images from shorter distances and cinema-grade calibration too.

Nintendo wants to ensure that the Switch 2 is "future-proof", and it's trying to achieve that with its new Game-Key Cards.

Nintendo missed an opportunity to ensure that Joy-Con drift is a thing of the past
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo/switch-2-joy-con-hall-effect

Fortnite has added Sabrina Carpenter skins and emotes to the game and it's causing wholesome interactions on the battlefield as players bond and dance to Espresso

In an unexpected crossover between indie gaming and television, Balatro, the breakout indie game of 2024, makes a surprise cameo in Netflix’s Black Mirror.

A new report suggests Microsoft could announce more job cuts soon, targeting middle managers to streamline teams and prioritize coding talent.

Bob resurfaced from Microsoft's Graveyard to pad out the 30MB of free space in Windows XP, keeping pirates at bay.

Atomfall's launch was marred by a critical audio bug on Xbox which frustrated me and many players, but it's now been fixed.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/atomfall-finally-fixes-the-audio-bug-that-almost-made-me-quit

Password managers are something everyone should have, but you probably don’t want to spend much time or energy thinking about it. You want to set it, forget it, and let it do its thing.
But as the various password managers compete with each other, they

If you want a proper high-performance gaming laptop, then you can’t overlook the Asus ROG Strix G17 that’s on sale at B&H right now. Normally priced at $1,999, you can now snag it for just $1,529. That’s a hefty savings of $470 on a powerful machine that’ll last

Whenever Tablo issues a big software update for its latest over-the-air DVRs, I always hope it’ll finally make them worth recommending again.
So after reading about what Tablo called a “MASSIVE” update for its Roku app, I was excited to give the system another try.

The new Matter standard is getting better at helping Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings play nice with each other, but it often does so at the expense of finer-grained features.
Some Matter-enabled smart lights, for example, can be turned on or off via Matter or change their color, but Matter controllers might not be able to access

Know what’s the best thing to fit in that spot just beneath your monitors? A mini PC! Free up all that space taken up by your laptop and get more performance while you’re at it with something like this Acemagic F1A mini PC that’s on sale for $382 on Amazon. That

Tariffs here, tariffs there. No matter where you stand, one thing is true: consumer tech prices are going to go up since most consumer tech isn’t made within the United States. That’s why you might want to stock up now while you can, on things like this 100W Baseus USB-C cabl

When you surf, you leave many different traces. For example, servers and web services store information about you in cookies and super-cookies. The more often you use a provider’s service, the more accurate their picture of you becomes. And the better the providers are networked with each other, the more information they have at their disposal to create surfing profi

Valve was working on the Steam Deck for a long time, pouring its successes and failures from the Steam Machines, Steam Controller, and Steam Link into one portable device. We know this because Valve showed off a bunch of prototypes leading up to the final Steam Deck—and it looks like one of those prototypes somehow managed to slip the surly bonds of Bellevue and make

We have the first leaked benchmarks of Nvidia's upcoming budget RTX 5060 Ti, which is reported to launch in 8GB/16GB capacities.

Onkyo's Creator Series speakers deliver capable audio in a mostly premium-looking package, with nearly every connectivity option you can think of, plus a built-in phono preamp, included (plastic) speaker stands, and ARC (HDMI) support on the GX-30ARC.
https://www.tomshardware.com/speakers/onkyo-creator-series-gx-10db-gx-30arc-speakers-review

Computer security researchers have been left scratching their heads after applying Microsoft’s latest raft of Patch Tuesday updates - as an 'inetpub' folder has been left behind.

OpenAI has filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, accusing him of staging press attacks and malicious campaigns on "the social media platform he controls," as well as of making "harassing legal claims" and a "sham bid for OpenAI's assets." In its filing, courtesy of TechCrunch, the ChatGPT-maker said Musk could not tolerate se


The push for the latest, greatest and most feature-packed gadgets often results in so much pressure that buying anything else can feel like self-betrayal. And while the Pixel 9a is technically a new device, its chip is six months old. The same goes for its design, which is nearly a carbon copy of its

The last decade or so has seen schools and governments alike working on a substantial question: To what degree should students be allowed access to their phones? France has been among those leading the charge, requiring smartphones to be turned off during school hours since 2018. Now, the country is taking things a step further, insisting that students leave their phone in lockers o

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One recent rainy afternoon, I found myself in an unexpected role—philosophy teacher to a machine. I was explaining the story of the Bhagavad Gita to a leading large language model, curious to see if it could grasp the lessons at the heart of one of the world’s most profound philosophical texts. The LLM’s responses were impressively structured and fluent. They even sounded reflective at times, giving a sense that the

Managing reviews for dozens or hundreds of locations? Here’s how to protect your brand and keep customers from bouncing before they walk in.
The post Developing A Review & Brand Strategy Across 10 Or 100s Google Business Profiles appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Most of the time, people showcase Tailwind's @apply feature with one of Tailwind's single-property utilities (which changes a single CSS declaration). When showcased this way, @apply
doesn't sound promising at all. So obviously, nobody wants to use it. Personally, I think Tailwind's @apply
feature is better than described.

Ongoing Social Security Administration website issues continue. Here's what we know about what's going on. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-disruptions-what-to-know-about-access-issues/#ftag=CADf328eec

There's a Hail Mary to keep the Saving on a Valuable Education student loan plan afloat, but don't bank on it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/can-the-soar-act-rescue-the-save-student-loan-plan-expert-advice-for-borrowers/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you've been putting off spring cleaning, learning about these mental and physical health benefits will be all the motivation you need. https://www.cnet.com/health/motivating-health-benefits-spring-cleaning-according-experts/#ftag=CADf328eec

The hit satirical sci-fi anthology is back. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/black-mirror-has-returned-season-7-release-details-and-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new feature gives Gemini Live eyes to "see." I put it through a series of tests. Here are the results. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/gemini-lives-new-camera-mode-can-identify-objects-around-you-i-took-it-for-a-spin/#ftag=CADf328eec

With your Game Pass subscription, you can now explore a mythical land filled with gargantuan catfish and alligators. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/play-south-of-midnight-and-blue-prince-now-gta-5-soon-on-xbox-game-pass/#ftag=CADf328eec

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire comes to life in the franchise's latest store. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/inside-harry-potter-shop-chicago-from-magical-props-to-exclusive-merch-and-butterbeer/#ftag=CADf328eec

A higher price tag also brings new features and capabilities. Here's how the phones stack up. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-16e-vs-iphone-se-2022-comparing-apples-new-and-old-budget-phones/#ftag=CADf328eec

Republicans in Congress have a plan ready to extend the 2017 Trump tax cuts but are already facing major opposition from Democrats. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/extending-the-trump-tax-cuts-heres-who-might-and-might-not-benefit/#ftag=CADf328eec

This internet co-op was created by striking Spectrum workers years ago. It's been fighting for equitable internet access ever since. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/former-spectrum-workers-fight-for-fair-internet-how-theyre-closing-the-digital-divide/#ftag=CADf328eec

Learning thermostats can make a difference in tenant energy bills but you'll probably have to get permission first. Here's why it's worth it. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/can-renters-install-smart-thermostats-heres-how-and-why-to-do-it-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some PlayStation Plus subscribers can play these games in April. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/play-blue-prince-now-hogwarts-legacy-and-more-soon-on-playstation-plus/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're looking to save time and money on video editing, OpusClip is a supportive artificial intelligence tool. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-use-ai-to-edit-videos-into-short-clips-for-social-media/#ftag=CADf328eec

The widescreen, 15.6-inch display is a throwback but delivers solid performance as does the unit's Snapdragon X Elite processor. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/asus-vivobook-s15-review-old-school-oled-laptop-powered-by-modern-ai-cpu/#ftag=CADf328eec

Nintendo consoles have never had the strongest suite of shooters. The Switch 2 has the power to change that. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/the-switch-2s-mouse-controls-could-make-it-an-fps-friendly-console/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's never too early to start thinking about your next cookout or outdoor movie night. CNET examines how to extend Wi-Fi outdoors. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/how-to-extend-your-wifi-range-outside-for-spring/#ftag=CADf328eec

The 'adaptive and personal' Fitness Program is a 'subscription-based addition' to the Polar ecosystem.

It seems that the new Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller is only compatible with GameCube games in the Online Classics library.

There is a patch and a workaround, so make sure you apply at least one.

In a boost of transparency, IPVanish unveils successful no-log audit and new Trust Center resource. Here's all you need to know.
https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-services/independent-audit-confirms-ipvanish-never-logs-your-data

Reddit Answers is getting Google Gemini integration, but most of us are still waiting to try the new AI chatbot.

The OnePlus Watch 3 is now available to buy.

It's not going to end the issues of inflated GPU prices, but Trump's 90-day pause on tariffs could settle fears of further price hikes for the time being.

Incredibly affordable ANC, Spatial Audio and open-ear audio too

WordPress.com just added a new AI site builder to its platform, and best of all, it’s free – to a degree.

On the latest episode of the TechRadar Podcast, we discuss the Switch 2, tarriffs, the rumored iPhone 17 Air and Microsoft's 50th birthday celebrations.

A recent Windows 11 update has left behind a strange "inetpub" folder on users' computers — here's what it is and what it isn't.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/windows-laptops/what-is-inetpub-folder-windows-11

Why are kids shouting 'Chicken Jockey' in cinemas? Why are theaters banning rowdy Minecraft fans? And has Jimmy Fallon finally put an end to the madness as the meme hits mainstream TV?

One of my favorite hidden-gem VPNs, IPVanish, has just announced a slew of exciting privacy-focused updates.
The first is the rollout of a brand new Trust Center, which will provide users with a single place to easily access all of IPVanish’s data-handling practices and us


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U.S. tariffs are reshaping the global storage industry, hitting HDD and SSD makers the hardest due to their complex supply chain.

U.S. gov't no longer plans to curb sales of Nvidia's H20 to China after Trump and Huang met in Mar-a-Lago to discuss Nvidia's investments in U.S.

Some folks were able to score RTX 50 series GPUs with deep discounts from Walmart.

It's 2025, so it should be no surprise that another organization has sold its soul (entered into a licensing deal with an AI company) for an undisclosed sum. A new partnership allows UK-based Synthesia to access Shutterstock's content library for training its latest AI model, EXPRESS-2. This deal isn't the first of its kind for Shutterstock, which previously
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Camb.ai is on a mission to disrupt the dominance of English in global media. Founded in 2022, the AI-powered platform specializes in real-time translation that retains a speaker’s emotional resonance—processing content up to 20 times faster than traditional dubbing services.
Major League Soccer now uses Camb.ai’s technology for live broadcasts. But the company has also found unexpected demand in markets like video advertising and the localization of interactive smart toys.
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The Minecraft movie is crass, dumb, and barely coherent. It also just made almost $163 million at the domestic box office over its opening weekend.
Video game adaptations have been on a hot streak in recent years. In 2023, The Super Mario Bros. Movie crossed the billion-dollar mark, nearly unseating Barbie as the year’s top-grossing film. Amazon’s Fallout shattered records with 2.5 billion viewing minutes in its debut week. And now, A Minecr

AI won’t replace CMOs, but those who use it effectively will lead the future. Learn the key strategies shaping marketing’s next era.
The post To Navigate AI Turbulence, CMOs Can Apply The Flywheel Model appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/navigate-ai-turbulence-cmos-apply-flywheel-model

Google’s new patent enables users to search their personal history, like web pages or emails, using natural language queries.
The post Google Files Patent On Personal History-Based Search appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-files-patent-on-history-based-search/544086/

Tariffs and stock market free falls won't affect your CD returns. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/shield-your-money-from-economic-turmoil-with-apys-up-to-4-50-todays-cd-rates-april-10-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Edge-native apps bring faster, smarter computing by processing data closer to users for real-time efficiency.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/what-are-edge-native-applications-for-cloud-computing

Apple TV+ releases the trailer for a new comedy sci-fi series called Murderbot.

Scratching your head about a mysterious folder that’s appeared on your drive after installing the latest Windows 11 update? Here’s what’s happened.

A tipster suggests almost every aspect of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 could be in for an upgrade.