
Bad weather has the potential to disrupt your internet connection. Stay online by taking these simple steps to weatherproof your internet. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/is-the-weather-affecting-your-internet-connection/#ftag=CADf328eec

Interested in casually tracking your heart rate? Try one of these apps, which use your smartphone's camera. https://www.cnet.com/health/how-track-heart-rate-with-smartphone/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can play the latest entry in the popular series, and other games, with an Xbox Game Pass subscription. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-sniper-elite-resistance-now-and-more-soon-on-xbox-game-pass/#ftag=CADf328eec

After spending time with various providers, I can say that 5G has provided some real and capable home broadband competition. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/ive-used-5g-home-internet-for-years-and-its-closed-the-cable-gap-and-should-keep-getting-better/#ftag=CADf328eec

Setting up guest Wi-Fi is much easier than you'd think -- and one of the simplest ways to secure your home network. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/secure-your-wi-fi-with-guest-wi-fi/#ftag=CADf328eec

I used Rebind's AI reading platform to read through Heart of Darkness alongside me, and it felt like a book club for deep thinkers. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-read-a-classic-novel-with-ai-to-guide-me-heres-how-it-helped/#ftag=CADf328eec

Great displays can be small. Xreal's latest pair of glasses shows what can be done. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/xreal-one-review-glasses-that-make-me-forget-the-vision-pro/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Apple needs its iPhone 17 cameras to seriously impress. This is how it could do it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-iphone-17-cameras-could-be-phenomenal-heres-what-it-needs-to-do/#ftag=CADf328eec

Meet BeFunky, an AI-powered batch processing tool for your images. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-ai-image-generator-can-easily-batch-edit-your-photos-heres-how/#ftag=CADf328eec

Changes are coming to PS Plus in January 2026.

A new secret game has been added to Google, and it’s incredibly fun to play.

GTA 6 could run at 30FPS on console and 60FPS on PC, according to a former Rockstar developer.

A tool designed to enhance productivity in Slack is leaking sensitive data, experts warn.

Mark Zuckerberg has convinced me we’re getting next-gen Ray-Ban smart glasses this year – here are 4 things I want to see from them.

These high-end headphones have a tube and amp inside them

I was excited to hear that Black Doves had been renewed, but Ben Whishaw's season 2 update has left me disappointed.

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-31-january-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-31-january-2025

Here's everything you need to know about Marvel Rivals crosshairs. This includes info on how to change your crosshairs, as well as the best crosshairs codes to use depending on your play style.

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-31-january-2025

Most European businesses have or will use AI agents to tackle increasing IT workloads and boost efficiency.

Alibaba release Qwen2.5-Max and claim it's superior to DeepSeek-V3 and ChatGPT-4o.

Squid Game's third and final season will be with us sooner than you think – and its first-look images have got me worried for Gi-hun's safety.

AMD’s RX 9070 XT could outgun Nvidia’s RTX 5070 Ti easily, and come within 10% of the RTX 5080 GPU, if fresh rumors prove correct.

The Nvidia RTX 5090 is an absolute powerhouse of a GPU, and it's unsurprisingly going to be in high demand. Here's where we recommend you look for one when it goes on sale today.
https://www.techradar.com/live/news/where-to-buy-nvidia-rtx-5090-today

Wondering if your PC will be able to play Marvel's Spider-Man 2? We have the answers.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/full-pc-system-requirements-for-marvels-spider-man-2

Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl won our Best PC game of 2024 award, and here's how you can bag it for nearly half price at CD Keys.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/our-best-pc-game-of-2024-has-a-crazy-discount-right-now

Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 are real, and well, they’re not as spectacular as many gamers hoped at first glance – at least when you aren’t using DLSS 4.
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As I’ve said before, passwords suck. So do made-up holidays, but for Change Your Password Day (which arrives later this week on February 1), it’s a good excuse as any to kick your passwords to the curb.
The point of this celebration? Updating your password

If you love reading your Kindle in bed every night, then this remote page-turner will change your life. Now down to just $16 on Amazon, this tiny gadget lets you keep your hands warm under the blankets while still being able to read your latest ebook obsession.

If you want a high-performance PC without shelling out big bucks, then skip the laptop and the desktop PC — go for a mini PC instead. These tiny machines are truly the best bang for your buck.
Consider this hot discount on the Beelink SER8 mini PC, which is now do

Rapidus's IIM-1 and IIM-2 will feature 10 EUV lithography systems.

Intel's Ponte Vecchio-based Aurora is now available for a broad range of researchers

Analysis of YMTC's 294-layer 3D NAND indicates that the company continues to advance despite U.S. sanctions.

Asus says its new Q-Release Slim graphics cards removal mechanism does not damage graphics cards to a degree that they stop working. The company advises following the official removal guidelines.

The 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 OLED goes on sale for $1,099.

Microsoft makes DeepSeek locally available on Copilot+ PCs. Model to arrive first on Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors — Intel and AMD chips to follow.

Design systems play a crucial role in today’s digital landscape, providing a blueprint for consistent and user-friendly interfaces. But there’s another tool that deserves equal attention: the digital playbook. https://smashingmagazine.com/2025/01/digital-playbook-crucial-counterpart-design-system/

Microsoft is closely associated with OpenAI's ChatGPT AI model, but the software giant has no qualms about playing the field. Microsoft announced that it's bringing

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Curious about when to toss your towels in the washer? Here's some guidance. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-often-should-you-wash-your-towels-the-answer-is-shocking/#ftag=CADf328eec

Take advantage of high APYs while they last. Rate cuts are expected later this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/the-feds-rate-pause-is-good-news-for-savers-todays-cd-rates-jan-30-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

There's still time to earn interest, but there's no guarantee that these rates will stick around. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/apys-stay-above-4-following-fed-meeting-todays-best-savings-rates-for-jan-30-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Already submitted your tax return to the IRS? Here's how to find out when your refund will arrive in your bank account. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/wheres-my-2025-tax-refund-how-to-track-the-status-of-your-money/#ftag=CADf328eec

Big tax refund? Congrats, you just gave the IRS a free loan that could have been more money in your paycheck. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/an-experts-warning-if-your-tax-refund-is-over-1000-the-irs-may-be-ripping-you-off/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're looking to boost your eye health, consider speaking with your doctor about these vitamins and supplements. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/vitamins-supplements-supporting-vision-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

Whether you want a new iPhone or an Android phone, these shopping tips will help you make the most of your money. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/shopping-for-a-new-phone-consider-these-things-before-you-buy/#ftag=CADf328eec

This feature is turned on by default but is easy to disable if you are concerned about privacy. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-is-enhanced-visual-search-and-how-to-turn-it-off-in-ios-18/#ftag=CADf328eec

Pixel 9a pre-order and shipping dates have been tipped, giving us an idea of when the phone might be announced too.

The Now Bar on One UI 7 can now display Google Maps information, as Galaxy S25 phones reach customers.

AI's rise fuels demand for CPUs and GPUs, yet CDUs' cooling ability remains largely overlooked.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/cooling-high-density-data-centers-with-coolant-distribution-units

Sony has announced it will be dropping the PlayStation Network account requirement for some PC versions of its games.

Microsoft’s AI business annual revenue run rate now stands at $13 billion, up 175% year-over-year.

Upgrade your PC with Nvidia's latest GPU - here are the best places to find the RTX 5080 in stock.
https://www.techradar.com/live/news/where-to-buy-nvidia-rtx-5080-today

The head writer of Marvel's new Spider-Man animated TV show wants it to run for as many seasons as possible.

One major retailer claims it still has no stock of the RTX 5090 GPU, at all, on the evening before launch...

A leaky DeepSeek database was discovered by researchers, and could have exposed chat logs, plaintext passwords, API keys, and more.

Retailers, restaurants, and anyone else who sells will be using more AI and automation in the next 12 months, says Square.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/ecommerce-firms-are-set-for-major-technology-investment

IBM report reveals how platformization can help businesses reduce costs and improve their security postures.

Amazon and Lionsgate have reached an exclusive deal for 2026, and some 2025 movies will come along too.

The Nothing Phone 3a is landing on March 4, possibly alongside the 3a Pro, and a hands-on photo gives us a glimpse at one of these devices.







Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is finally swinging its way onto the PC, so here's when you can play.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/heres-when-you-can-play-marvels-spider-man-2-on-pc

Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 are real, and well, they’re not as spectacular as many gamers hoped at first glance – at least when you aren’t using DLSS 4.
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Svelte 5 is out, and it’s radically different but intimately familiar. https://webdesignernews.com/svelte-5-and-the-future-of-frameworks/

We are getting spoiled with so many new features involving animations with CSS, from scroll-driven animations to view transitions, and plenty of things in between. But it’s not always the big features that make our everyday lives easier; sometimes, it’s those ease-of-life features that truly enhance our projects. In this article, Brecht De Ruyte puts two features on display: @starting-style and transition-behavior — two properties that are absolutely welcome additions to your everyday work with

As a website designer or website owner, you typically think you have only one way to create a website — a white background, black font, and different visual elements in the foreground. But that’s only one variant of website layout. The alternative is the dark mode. https://webdesignernews.com/the-impact-dark-mode-has-on-user-experience/

Website accessibility and SEO go hand in hand. They basically share the same goal of creating a user-friendly, easy-to-navigate website that is accessible to a wider audience. https://webdesignernews.com/why-accessibility-improves-seo/

Time to make things pop! By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have your own gradient tool to generate CSS and create stunning gradients that bring a striking appeal to any web design. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-create-a-color-gradient-tool-in-javascript/

In a time of blurred roles, new technology, and breakneck product cycles, how do we uphold craft and purpose in our work? https://webdesignernews.com/shaping-the-future-figmas-vision-for-design-collaboration/

Innovative tools may help us protect the digital environment and achieve true cyber safety.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/its-time-to-catch-up-with-cyber-attackers

TL;DR: Microsoft Visio 2021 Professional simplifies data vi

SymfonyLive Paris 2025, conference in French language only, will take place from March 27 to 28! The schedule is currently being revealed as we go along. More details are available here.
💻 Découvrez les formations
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More than one in 10 US adults are already behind on their energy bills. Here's what you can do if you're struggling with high energy costs. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/cnet-winter-energy-prices-survey-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella highlights Cloud Gaming and Game Pass earnings wins in a call with investors.

Tesla will introduce a paid autonomous ride-hailing service in Austin, Elon Musk said during an ">earnings call discussing the automaker's financial results for 2024. As TechCrunch reports, he said the company will use cars with no human driver behind the w

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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Jan. 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-thursday-jan-30/#ftag=CADf328eec

DualPipe could be the secret to DeepSeek's groundbreaking AI efficiency.

The effect of Black Ops 6 resonates across platform services with record growth.


Pesticides and other chemicals linger on just about any produce you bring from the store to your table. But we have a list of the 12 most susceptible and 15 least likely fruits to be carrying chemicals. https://www.cnet.com/news/put-in-extra-effort-to-wash-these-12-pesticide-prone-fruits-and-vegetables/#ftag=CADf328eec