AMD's "Dragon Range Refresh" isn't much of a change from a hardware standpoint, but the new chips could help keep laptop prices within reason as tariffs rage.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/cpu-gpu-components/amd-ryzen-8000hx-announced
NVIDIA's mid-range RTX 5060 Ti GPUs are expected to launch on April 16, and some of MSI's designs have leaked. Is that a 16-pin power connector I see?
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/cpu-gpu-components/nvidia-rtx-5060-ti-msi-design-leaks
Razer's latest collaboration is with Minecraft and the result is some absurdly good-looking PC gaming accessories.
When I first got an Android phone over 15 years ago (oh geez), I dreamed about using it to play the kinds of games I had on my PC at the time. Today, that dream is realized, albeit with some limitations. There are plenty of ways to play the very same games, or stream them to the screen in your pocket—and now Razer is offering another one.
Windows Recall has always been Microsoft’s best argument for upgrading to one of those brand-new Copilot+ computers… and it’s also been the most controversial addition to Windows in years. The AI-powered feature periodically “reads” your on-screen activity and saves each moment as a series of searchable screenshots. If you’re interested, the Recall feature is
Users who are downloading the classic Outlook app via the Microsoft Store are discovering that they aren’t receiving the proper version of the app in their desired language. For example, if you choose to download the Swedish version of the app, it’s in English; if you choose to download the English version, it’s in Portuguese.
We could all use a bit of extra storage space, right? Whether for storing important files or transferring data between devices, a fast portable SSD is something everyone should have—multiples of them, if possible.
And with consumer tech prices expected to rise in the aftermath of Trump’s tariffs, there’s never been a smarter time to jump on a hot SSD deal l
If you use Google Chrome on your mobile phone, or if you have a modern Android phone, then you’ve probably stumbled across the Discover feed at some point. The Discover feed is available on Chrome’s mobile New Tab page, in the Google app, and on the home screen (by swiping right). Soon, it’ll also be available on desktop PCs.
Google Discover is a personaliz
China now considers wafer fabrication location as origin of chips, no matter where they were packaged or developed, which is good news for those outsourcing to Taiwan, but bad news for those who manufacture in America.
In an unexpected turn of events, OCUK has an RTX 5070 listed £10 ($13) below Nvidia's recommended MSRP on their website, with units in stock.
The US Library of Congress has decided to immortalize the Windows 95 startup sound in the National Recording Registry.
The next time you conclude a conversation with ChatGPT, it will save what you said to memory, even if you don't ask it explicitly to do so. "We have greatly improved memory in chatgpt — it can now reference all your past conversations!" OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wrote on Thursday in an X post spotted by
When Nintendo launched the Switch 2, it also revealed that it was going release upgraded versions of several existing Switch games, including both Legend of Zelda: Breath of
Maybe you're in a position where you suddenly need a new laptop to see you through the rest of the school year. Perhaps you've got a bigger tax return than expected and you want to treat yourself. Or it may be that you're a long-time Windows user and fancy a change. Whatever reason you might have for being interested in a MacBook Air, we've got another one. The M4 MacBook Air is
WhatsApp just rolled out a dozen new features. Most of these are small, but they add up to a fairly substantial software update. Let’s go over some of the more notable additions.
Chats now allow for tappable reactions, which is basically like adding a thumbs up to someone else’s reaction. Group chats feature an indicator that lets users k
Hi, my name is Anguel and I am one of the developers of WhoDB (https://github.com/clidey/whodb)
I am not a fan of the dbeaver, beekeeper, adminer, etc experience because they are bloated, ugly, and at best okay but not great.
Hence why I started working on WhoDB.
The approach:
- browser-based (chrome/firefox)
- no bloat
- jupyter notebook-like experience (Scratchpad)
- built-in AI co-pilot with ollama (local) or openai/anthropic
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Alphabet’s Google laid off hundreds of employees in its platforms and devices unit, The Information reported on Friday, citing a person with direct knowledge of the situation.
Kvantové plyny se chovají jako kapaliny. Dokonce vytvářejí kvantové kapky, jejichž vlastnosti jsou v lecčem podobné kapkám klasických kapalin. Luca Cavicchioli s kolegy tančili mezi kapkami kvantového deště směsi ultrachladných atomů draslíku a rubidia. Jejich výzkum otevírá cestu k novým kvantovým technologiím. http://www.osel.cz/13991-kdyz-prsi-kvantovy-plyn-vedci-poprve-pozorovali-kvantovy-dest.html
This CSS-Tricks update highlights significant progress in the Almanac, recent podcast appearances, a new CSS counters guide, and the addition of several new authors contributing valuable content.
CSS-Tricks Chronicles XLIII originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the
The rules surrounding your health insurance and taxes have shifted in the past few years, as has the utility of the Form 1095. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/tax-forms-1095-what-they-do-and-when-youll-need-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
With concerns of tariffs increasing the cost of iPhones and other electronics, it's time to evaluate your habits to extend the life of your gadgets -- and store older iPhones and tech properly if you might need them someday soon. https://www.cnet.com/videos/dont-buy-an-iphone-do-this-to-keep-your-current-phone-alive-longer/#ftag=CADf328eec
The president signed an executive order to eliminate the Department of Education. Will that increase internet access for students or create more barriers? https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/what-trumps-department-of-education-closure-could-mean-for-student-broadband-access/#ftag=CADf328eec
Your destiny is in… this AI-powered tarot card deck. How well does the spiritual mix with the technological? I tried out Tarotoo with questions about self-development and love. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-card-did-you-draw-how-to-use-ai-as-a-tarot-reader/#ftag=CADf328eec
Bungie is bringing back one of its oldest properties. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/what-is-marathon-a-short-history-of-bungies-30-year-old-fps/#ftag=CADf328eec
"It's very hard to get artists and creators to use models that have been trained on their own work," said co-founder and CEO Naeem Talukdar. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-ai-video-company-is-trying-to-woo-hollywood-with-the-promise-of-clean-models/#ftag=CADf328eec
After testing the Eight Sleep's latest, here’s I think you should just stick with the Pod 3 and save $354. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/i-slept-on-the-eight-sleep-pod-4-heres-why-you-shouldnt-upgrade-your-pod-3/#ftag=CADf328eec
A NASA telescope captured images of the asteroid that had a chance of hitting Earth three months ago. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/the-asteroid-that-was-predicted-to-hit-earth-see-it-in-a-new-image/#ftag=CADf328eec
Locked out of your Mac? Try these tried-and-tested ways to get back in safely. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/forgot-your-mac-password-here-are-4-easy-ways-to-regain-access/#ftag=CADf328eec
The quick-cooking countertop oven gets a lot of use in my kitchen, but some foods guarantee an air fryer failure. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/i-make-dozens-of-things-in-my-air-fryer-but-never-these-8-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec
QR code attacks are being deployed by career criminals.
Canva just announced its “biggest product launch yet” with huge AI-powered upgrades for Visual Suite 2.0.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/canva-launches-canva-ai-for-coding-photo-editing-and-spreadsheets
ChatGPT 4.1 could launch as soon as next week, ushering in a new era for OpenAI's chatbot.
These new wired over-ear headphones could be a SLAM dunk
Astro boasts “hundreds” of different skills and capabilities, with more being added every day.
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-12-april-2025
Google challenges Microsoft’s dominance of US government IT software contracts with huge 71% discount.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/google-workspace-is-offering-huge-discounts-for-the-us-government
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-12-april-2025
No threat actors have assumed responsibility for the attack just yet.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/top-us-sensor-maker-sensata-hit-by-worrying-ransomware-attack
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-12-april-2025
It's a big week for the return of highly-rated TV shows and the odd new movie release.
Struggling with SaaS contracts? Discover five smart strategies to cut costs and stay in control.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/mastering-saas-contract-management-five-key-strategies-for-it-leaders
Robert Haist, CISO at TeamViewer discusses how quantum will become mainstream, touching on the threats that will arise
https://www.techradar.com/pro/why-businesses-must-prepare-for-a-post-quantum-future
VITURE and 8BitDo partner to defy the impossible, unlocking cinematic-scale for games in the palms of your hands.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/vr/viture-8bitdo-xr-game-controller-for-ar-glasses
What accessories would I slap onto the Switch 2 if I could afford it? There are 3 currently available, and one I’m dreaming of.
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/best-nintendo-switch-2-accessories-pro-controller-charging-grip
OPINION: At-home LED face masks have soared in popularity in the past couple of years, with countless influencers sporting the beauty tech appliance, but the question remains as to whether LED masks are another beauty fad or a genuinely effective way of clearing up your skin. I’ve been using the Shark Cryoglow for the past [...]
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The Oppo Find X8 is shaping up to be one of the most impressive camera-focused smartphones to be revealed in 2025 – but you probably won’t be able to buy it, and that’s a real shame. I went hands-on with the device ahead of its launch at a secret behind-closed-doors event back in March, and [...]
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Windows Recall is now available in Windows 11's Release Preview channel, the final stop before general availability. The feature is expected to begin rolling out to all Copilot+ PCs imminently.
ChatGPT saw over 52x more visits than Microsoft Copilot in February 2025, with the former's 173.3 million daily visits surpassing the latter's 98.9 million monthly visits.
https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/chatgpt-more-visits-in-a-day-than-copilot-in-a-month
Canva, which began life as a platform for visual design, has tossed the rules aside. In addition to Visual Suite 2.0, the company has added coding, spreadsheets, and graphs to its AI capabilities. It’s a rather sharp change for Canva—although if a social media company like Facebook can toss its brand identity aside for a failed run at the metaverse, then why can’t Ca
If you ask any PC repairer what PC components end up on their trash heaps most frequently, they will say the motherboard is right up there as one of the most common. In fact, some say it’s top of the list, even more than RAM sticks and graphics cards, which are some of the other biggest offenders.
So why are motherboards so technically irksome? It’s because
If you’re confused about what the new Trump tariffs will mean for your wallet, you’re not alone. Consumers and PC vendors alike are trying to figure out what it means and how everyone can avoid paying more than they have to.
Fortunately, some vendors are starting to come forward and explain how their costs are being affected and how they’re being p
There’s a big difference between the best laptop and the best laptop for you. If you’re like most folk, you don’t need the latest and greatest with all the bells and whistles. Buy a mid-range laptop that’s better suited to your needs, then treat yourself with the cash you saved!
Here’s a fantastic option for most everyday users, especially now that it’s on
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Microsoft’s April update—KB5055523 for Windows 11 24H2—is currently rolling out via Windows Update. According to Microsoft, the cumulative update fixes several security vulnerabilities in Windows 11 while also introducing some minor
xAI has reportedly built a 420 MW power facility to power the Colossus supercomputer that is set to expand to 200,000 GPUs and beyond.
VideoCardz leaks renders of MSI's upcoming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti graphics cards.
Super performance, blazing speeds
Pick up 32GB of DDR5 RAM for your gaming PC. Patriot's Viper Venom 6000MHz RAM is $79.
The Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 is a powerful RTX 5080 laptop with a bright screen, but its AI is gimmicky and plastic shell leave something to be desired.
https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/gigabyte-aorus-master-16-review
Pre-built systems in China are now arriving with Intel's IPO profiles, designed to enhance performance without voiding your warranty.
This week, Engadget's Sam Rutherford dives into his experience with Google's new $499 mid-range smartphone, the Pixel 9a. Is it really the new mid-range king, as we previously predicted? Or is it worth spending more for the Pixel 9? Also, we chat about how the Trump administration's volatile tariff strategy will affect consumer technology (not to mention everything else you buy).
Google is back with another entry-level smartphone, the Pixel 9a. With more AI smarts, a new hardware design, and the biggest battery on any Pixel yet, on paper, it sounds good. Especially the sub-$500 price tag.
Tesla has started selling its much-awaited RWD Cybertruck but it'll cost a cool $10K more than originally promised and be missing some key figures from the AWD version. However, the $69,990 Long Range model will have 350 miles of range, 100 more than Tesla stated when it first unveiled the polarizing pickup EV. The new model arrives with Tesla
As it said it would do earlier this year, Google has laid off hundreds of employees from its Platforms and Devices division,
Lucid Motors has announced that it's acquiring certain facilities in Arizona owned by Nikola, an EV truck maker that filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection back in February. It wil
Security cameras can help you keep an eye on your home when you're away, but systems can get complicated quickly.
Microsoft is gradually rolling out new preview features to Windows Insiders, including Recall, which has been the target of critics' security and privacy concerns since it was announced. It was originally supposed to be a preview experience that's broadly available to all Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs when the first batch of AI-assisted de
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This project addresses the inefficiencies of traditional Dockerfile-based container builds where each customization layer creates storage bloat through duplicate dependencies from repeated apt-get install commands, network inefficiency from redundant package downloads across different images, and slow iteration cycles requiring full rebuilds of all previous steps. Our solution enables building minimal base images from scratch using debootstrap that precisely include only required components
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If it weren’t for Signal, Venmo might be the most infamous app of the Trump administration—and maybe the most beloved among journalists covering this White House.
That’s not because of any Trump staffer’s clumsiness, like the one that led national sec
Proper conversion tracking with Google Tag offers real insights into ad performance to optimize campaigns and reduce wasted ad spend.
The post How To Install The Google Tag For Conversion Tracking appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
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The record-breaking video game hit is back. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/pedro-pascal-returns-to-the-apocalypse-heres-when-to-watch-the-last-of-us-season-2/#ftag=CADf328eec
One control in particular brings Apple's Visual Intelligence to more iPhones. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/want-new-iphone-controls-heres-the-latest-from-ios-18-4/#ftag=CADf328eec
Using any of these for transmitting government documents is still not a good idea. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/signal-telegram-or-whatsapp-which-encrypted-messaging-app-should-you-choose/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: Netflix's sci-fi anthology has another beautiful love story on its hands. Look closer, and you'll find a covert Hollywood nightmare lurking right under the surface. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/if-you-only-watch-one-black-mirror-episode-it-should-be-this-romantic-mindbender/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hitting the gym is just half the story. What you eat matters just as much. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/best-muscle-building-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec
Thinking of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance? Here's how to check your eligibility and apply. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-disability-insurance-how-to-check-your-eligibility-and-apply/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you're living solo, these affordable tech options and tricks will help keep you and your home safe with minimal worry. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/nothing-beats-peace-of-mind-safety-tips-for-living-alone/#ftag=CADf328eec
"Better than Persuasion" may be a low bar, but we're optimistic about Netflix's latest Jane Austen adaptation.
There's a new update to Google Play services heading to devices, and we should see some tangible benefits.
The GammaSteel infostealer was found on infected devices belonging to a Western military operation in Ukraine.
AI is great for generating code, but it’s still underperforming when it comes to simple debugging tasks.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-study-claims-ai-is-still-struggling-to-debug-software
It could be ‘Click to Do or Die’ soon for Microsoft, as Windows 11’s Recall search feature has entered the final stage of testing and should be imminent.
Razer’s PC Remote Play game streaming service lets you play PC games on your iPhone, iPad or Android device.