
Pooches will clash during the annual adoption awareness match. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/puppy-bowl-2025-start-time-how-to-stream-the-cute-canine-competition/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's when to opt for each setting to mute notifications. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/do-not-disturb-vs-silent-mode-on-iphone-whats-the-difference/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google Gemini adds smart home controls.

Researchers in Hong Kong develop a high-speed aerial robot with advanced obstacle avoidance capabilities



Make sure your gaming PC can handle Assassin's Creed Shadows before the game launches.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/assassins-creed-shadows-system-requirements

DeepSeek's website reportedly features computer code that could share user login information with a Chinese telecom despite being barred from operating in the United States.

Blizzard Entertainment has prepared a small preview for World of Warcraft's highly-anticipated Player Housing feature to let players know what they can expect from it.

If you're planning to be awake at night in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, you'll need a torch. Here's how to get and use one.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/kingdom-come-deliverance-2-how-to-get-and-use-a-torch

Microsoft Edge for Android and iOS can finally place the web search bar where it belongs: at the bottom of the screen. The bottom address bar was a favorite feature of the old Internet Explorer found in Windows Phone.


South Korean website claims that TSMC has started high-volume production of Apple's M5 processors using N3P fabrication process.

Apple's Invites app is a simple way to throw together an event invitation directly from your iPhone or web browser. The app is free to download from the App Store


Researchers from Kaspersky have identified malware being distributed within apps on both Android and iOS mobile storefronts. Dmitry Kalinin and Sergey Puzan shared their investigation into a malware campaign, which they have dubbed SparkCat, that has likely been active since March 2024.
"We cannot confirm with certainty whether the infection was a result of a s

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Cloudflare's Browser Intergrity Check/Verification/Challenge feature used by many websites, is denying access to users of non-mainstream browsers like Pale Moon.
Users reports began on January 31:
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This situation occurs at least once a year, and there is no easy way to contact Cloudflare. Their "Submit feedback" tool yields no results. A Cloudfl

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on Wednesday he is reconsidering rules that allowed air traffic control supervisors to reduce staffing at Washington’s Reagan National Airport before a fatal Army helicopter-plane collision that

Amazon is set to release its long-awaited—and delayed—Alexa generative artificial intelligence voice service, said three people familiar with the matter, and has scheduled a press event for later this month to preview it.
Once released, it would mark the most significant upgrade to the product since its initial introducti

Google’s new ads rules demote confusing landing pages and reward those aligned with user intent.
The post Google Ads Update: Misleading Landing Pages Now Demoted appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-ads-update-misleading-landing-pages-now-demoted/539226/

We break down how to file your taxes for free. https://www.cnet.com/videos/how-to-file-your-taxes-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

Kendrick Lamar and SZA will take the stage at the year's biggest football game -- but there's some controversy. And fans are guessing at the set list. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/whos-performing-at-super-bowl-halftime-show-kendrick-lamar-sza-how-to-watch-set-list-pay/#ftag=CADf328eec

Data breaches happen pretty much every day, across multiple industries. Freezing your credit offers you a way to protect your identity for free. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/worried-about-data-breaches-heres-how-to-freeze-your-credit-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Use these expert maintenance tips to keep your air fryer in top notch shape. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/air-fryer-hacks-to-prevent-grease-fires-in-your-home/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you haven't already, now is a good time to get your annual physical on the books. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/heart-disease-awareness-when-why-screened-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Maintaining your home costs a serious chunk of change. Get some of that money back in your tax refund. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/homeowners-dont-file-your-taxes-till-you-check-all-these-tax-breaks-for-your-house/#ftag=CADf328eec

The BizonTech ZX5500 could well be the fastest PC for creatives ever built.

Threat actors are using malware dubbed FlexibleFerret to target victims.

Contrary to rumors being spread on TikTok and elsewhere, iOS 18.3 doesn’t install Elon Musk’s Starlink tech on your iPhone.

The patch was released in mid-December but only made public now.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/amd-patches-high-severity-security-flaw-affecting-zen-chips

With competition from Samsung, Meta, and more, the Vision Pro has more obstacles to success than ever
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/vr/apple-vision-pro-anniversary

“We expect AI will become ubiquitous as consumers and businesses continue upgrading to the latest PCs over the next decade,” Qualcomm's Kedar Kondap told Laptop Mag.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/qualcomm-interview-npu-ai-and-snapdragon-x-processors

A new Windows 11 feature allows you to click a notification to continue working on a document you had open on your phone recently. The same update also includes a major improvement for musicians.

After less than two months my ROG Ally decided to completely die, leaving me with a bad taste and deciding against replacing it.

Jump into Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and experience multiplayer's new maps and modes for yourself during the Season 2 free trial period.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has only been out for a day, but it's already hit a massive sales milestone.

Halo spent a decade soaring from one success to the next, but things have changed. Let's discuss the future of Halo.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/halo-franchise-is-at-a-crossroads

2025 might just be the year of the OLED monitor, among many other things. I wouldn’t call any of these vibrant upgrades “affordable” yet, but they’re certainly a lot less expensive than they used to be. Take this 34-inch Asus ultrawide OLED gaming monitor, for example, which is now

For many, MIDI means SoundBlaster cards, chiptunes, and WAD files played to the sound of a killer synth score. But Microsoft Windows has begun previewing MIDI 2.0, the first update to the MIDI protocol since 1983.
Microsoft is building an in-box public preview of Windows MIDI Services into Build 27788 of the Windows 11 Canary Channel, an experimental build


Grab Alienware's AW2724DM for just $199, a great value 1440p high refresh rate gaming monitor.

Huawei's consumer business has bounced back since August 2023, following the launch of new smartphones featuring domestically produced chipsets that bypass U.S. sanctions.

Tubi isn’t the only service touting its Super Bowl LIX presentation prowess ahead of Sunday’s big game. If you have the right setup, the whistles, slamming helmets and quarterback play-calls in this year’s matchup could sound a bit more immersive. Comcast said on Wednesday that it will not only offer
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It’s almost become cliche for employers to express concern about Gen Z’s lack of training in the social skills necessary for life in the office.
Employers want new recruits with a certain level of professionalism—the ability to casually converse with office higher

The revolutionary dual-screened handheld just celebrated its 20th anniversary, but interest is still going strong. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/best-nintendo-ds-games/#ftag=CADf328eec

Not since the advent of the internet and the iPhone has there been a tech advancement that's caused such a boom. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/generative-ai-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-tech-behind-chatgpt/#ftag=CADf328eec

Prime Video's superhero hit is back -- and no, we're not talking about The Boys. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/invincible-season-3-release-schedule-and-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

Whether it's streaming NFL action or NBA games, this small change could boost your game-watching to get you closer to real-time action for the Super Bowl and well beyond. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/youtube-tv-user-change-this-setting-to-speed-up-super-bowl-and-other-sports-watching-on-your-tv/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Magpies have a two-goal advantage over the Gunners heading into this second leg. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/newcastle-vs-arsenal-livestream-how-to-watch-carabao-cup-semifinal-soccer-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

The long-awaited streamer won't come cheap -- it could cost as much as $400. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/sonos-reportedly-developing-a-tv-streaming-box-to-rival-apple-and-roku/#ftag=CADf328eec

Trying to cut back on your Amazon spending but can't give up its streaming perks just yet? Here's the change you're looking for. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/im-switching-from-amazon-prime-to-just-prime-video-heres-how-you-can-too/#ftag=CADf328eec

We break down why you shouldn't avoid paying your taxes. https://www.cnet.com/videos/can-you-go-to-jail-if-you-avoid-taxes/#ftag=CADf328eec

We break down how to file your taxes for free. https://www.cnet.com/videos/how-to-files-your-taxes-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

We break down what the 1099 form is. https://www.cnet.com/videos/whats-with-1099ks/#ftag=CADf328eec

Microsoft is updating Windows 11’s Start menu search in the EEA (European Economic Area) to comply with EU rules, separating on-device and Bing web search while adding more user control options.

Another research found major security and safety risks with the new Chinese AI chatbot. Here's all you need to know.

Amazon just surprised us with invites for a devices event on February 26, and while the invite doesn't tell us much, the use of blue is certainly an Alexa-themed hint.

Nikon finally unveils its long awaited Z 35mm f/1.2 S, and it's Nikon's third f/1.2 lens following the 50mm and 85mm primes.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 could arrive with larger screens, a new chipset, and other changes.
https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-7

The ransomware landscape is changing, with fewer firms willing to pay in 2024.

Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has revealed the first game for the unreleased Nintendo PlayStation console.

OpenAI reveals new fonts, logos and other branding elements Tto mark ten years since it was founded.

If the rumors are true, I hope Sonos goes hard on home theater Dolby Atmos – but it'll need something more.

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has shared some insight into the potential cost of the Switch 2.

Report claims China is reportedly quietly pushing ahead with massive 50,000Mbps broadband rollout.

Cybercriminals are using new backdoors for persistent access and remote code execution, experts warn

The Apple M5 chip has reportedly entered production. What device will get it first?
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/macbooks/apple-m5-chip-rumor-ipad-pro

You can pick up the Asus Zenbook S 14 for $300 less thanks to this epic laptop deal from Best Buy.



If you value your sanity, don’t try to buy a new graphics card on eBay right now. I had to take a peek at it on Monday and it’s, to use the technical parlance of my profession, a shitshow. In addition to the usual scalpers trying to make a small fortune off of

How the heck did Sonos get here? I’m still in a state of slack-jawed shock considering how Sonos torched its once-sterling reputation with last year’s epic app fail. I’m even more surprised by what Sonos is supposedly teeing up as a Hail Mary.
The idea of Sonos jumping into video streaming isn’t a new one; as early as 2022, the company was


When it comes to your home’s security, doors are your first line of defense. If you don’t already have a video doorbell–at your front door at the very least–you should consider adding one. In addition to making it easier for your visitors to let you know they’re on your porch, a doorbell camera lets you safely see who is on your porch, even if you’re not hom

The USPS is working with the CBP to build a system that will efficiently check every arriving parcel from China to charge import duties.

The time crunch for the launch of the RTX 5090 and 5080 cards meant we weren't able to fully investigate MFG, DLSS4, and full RT the way we'd like. We'll be updating those sections of the reviews, but here's the deeper dive into how the new technologies impact the gaming experience. It's not all sunshine and roses and doubled performance.

With Super Bowl LIX only a few days away, it's a decent time to grab a new TV at a discount. If you're hoping to upgrade your living before the Chiefs and Eagles square off (again), you may need to pay extra to get a new set shipped in time. Nevert