Commentary: Apple's often neglected entry-level iPhone gets a refresh just as new phone buyers could use one, despite a notable price increase from the iPhone SE. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apples-lower-priced-iphone-16e-could-be-its-biggest-opportunity-of-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you bought an old phone on the used marketplace, it might not be safe to use. Here's how to protect yourself. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/is-it-safe-to-use-old-used-phone-this-is-what-you-should-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
Peacock is going to be popular next month. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/wicked-movie-streaming-on-peacock-release-date-and-time/#ftag=CADf328eec
The truth is that muscle growth can vary widely from one person to another. Here's how to maximize yours. https://www.cnet.com/health/fitness/growing-muscles-faster/#ftag=CADf328eec
The compact machine is slimmer than your average toaster, making it a real contender for the best espresso machine for a small kitchen. https://www.cnet.com/news/this-casabrews-espresso-machine-was-crafted-by-coffee-nerds-and-fits-in-any-space/#ftag=CADf328eec
From new Android phones from top Chinese phone makers to the latest breakthroughs in AI, this year's Mobile World Congress is set to be packed with thrilling new tech. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/mwc-2025-what-to-expect-from-the-worlds-biggest-mobile-show/#ftag=CADf328eec
The midseason patch also brings a new Central Park map and balance adjustments designed to lower sustain via strategist ultimates. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/marvel-rivals-midseason-update-will-bring-the-thing-and-human-torch/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's easy to configure your browser to get only links when you search Google. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/dont-want-ai-overviews-how-to-get-10-plain-google-search-results/#ftag=CADf328eec
Even if retirement is decades away, you should still educate yourself on the things that can affect your retirement future. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/youre-way-too-young-to-retire-right-you-still-need-to-know-this-stuff-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
Vintage dishes can boast beautiful intricate designs, but they are also more likely to contain one toxic element. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/lead-in-vintage-bowls-and-plates-can-lead-to-poisoning-what-you-need-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
Microsoft is reminding users that WSUS driver synchronization is set for deprecation soon.
In Reacher season 3, the titular character clashes with a brute that's somehow even taller than him. Creator Lee Child explains to us the challenges of finding a real person taller than Alan Ritchson.
Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has praised Microsoft's multi-platform push, calling it "a win" for PlayStation users.
The entertainment industry has been left shaken and stirred by Amazon's acquisition of the 007 brand.
The iPhone 15 Pro could be getting Apple's Visual Intelligence feature in a future update, and that means there's no reason to upgrade for better AI.
Bug in Jupiter X Core could allow threat actors to run malicious code remotely.
More chatter from the grapevine indicates that Nvidia RTX 5070 stock will be low initially, and the RTX 5060 won’t be out until April.
GTA 5 is getting a free PC upgrade in March that will add previously released PS5 and Xbox Series X features.
If you're sad about the hit Netflix show Dead Boy Detectives being canceled, then there's a special surprise for you in The Sandman season 2.
Microsoft removed a support document and Outlook notification that listed an upcoming change to when Microsoft accounts remain signed in. The tech giant clarified that the change is not being implemented.
Sea of Thieves Season 15 kicks off, bringing new types of Megalodons to threaten players on the seas.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/sea-of-thieves-season-15-megalodon-variants
We're in a new era of Microsoft's Surface hardware, one that's more mature and less willing to take risks. Gone are the experimental form factors and categories, with the focus now on prioritizing the status quo while pushing Windows forward in other ways.
New GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPUs sold out in seconds and are again suffering a scalping issue with inflated prices above MSRP.
If you’re trying to find a next-gen Nvidia graphics card right now, you’re out of luck, especially if you were hoping to pay retail prices. The GeForce RTX 5090, 5080, and 5070 Ti cards were all gone pretty much instantly after launch, gobbled up by eag
If you need to upgrade your PC or laptop’s storage and you want something that’s fast but affordable, then today’s the day. Grab this 1TB Samsung 990 EVO Plus for $80 on Amazon, a 27 percent discount off its $110 MSRP and the best price we’ve seen for it.
HDMI is a modern standard for the transmission of video tracks and multi-channel audio signals. PC monitors, (smart) TVs or hi-fi and surround systems rely on this reliable and user-friendly technology. The problem with this is that the high-frequency signals can be susceptible to interference, especially with longer cables.
If you connect devices via HDMI
There’s some bad news for Windows users who want to use all of the built-in features of the operating system and its integrated apps. Going forward, Microsoft is restricting features in two iconic apps, which you’ll need to unlock with a paid subscription.
The two apps in question? Notepad and Paint. Both of these
Now here’s a clever idea. An outdoor security camera that not only keeps watch over your backyard spaces, but also bathes them in Matter and Zigbee connectivity.
That’s the idea behind Aqara’s Camera Hub G5 Pro, a weatherized 4MP security cam with a
After making the surprise announcement that several Ring security cameras need only firmware updates to deliver 2K video resolution, Ring has unveiled a new indoor/outdoor model that delivers that capacity on day one. The familiar-looking Ring Outdoor Cam Plus ($99.99) is available for pre-order now and is expected to ship to customers on March 26.
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Whether you’re looking for an affordable security camera to monitor your home when you’re away or you want a tiny cam to keep an eye on your kids or pets from another room, this security cam is a solid pick.
The Tapo C101 is only $15 on Amazon right now, which is exceed
With the Firefox 135.0.1 update for Windows, macOS, and Linux, Mozilla has fixed several security vulnerabilities along with some non-security-related bugs, which include some browser crash issues and problems with browser history after an update.
Windows development legend Dave Plummer has shared the prompt and code for a Breakout clone he created in Grok 3.
The latest driver for Moore Threads' MTT S80 and S70 promises performance improvements and stability fixes across a handful of games and applications.
Aforsberg has created a cool LED matrix display for their 1U server rack that's decked out like the WOPR computer from the 1983 movie War Games.
Microsoft Xbox introduces Muse, a generative AI "gameplay ideation" model.
Google Cloud's A4X VMs based on Nvidia's NVL72 machines with 72 B200 GPUs and 36 Grace CPUs are now available for rent.
ASRock introduced its first X3D-branded motherboard, identical to the Pro RS, except for the lack of Thunderbolt 4 support. The board features no apparent changes optimized for AMD X3D processors.
The WD_Black SN850X 4TB with heatsink is now only $279 at Newegg.
On the Friday after Christmas, OpenAI published a blog post titled "Why OpenAI's structure must evolve to advance our mission." In it, the company detailed a plan to reorganize its for-profit arm into a public benefit corporation (PBC). In the weeks since that announcement, I've spoken to some of the country's leading corporate law experts to gain a better understanding of Ope
While there's a new iPhone that's surely soaking up the attention of many Apple fans, it's often worth keeping an eye on the company's other products as you might find a decent deal. If you've been on the lookout for a discount on the latest Mac mini, you're in luck. The M4 Mac mini is back on sale as it has
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Shares in European aerospace and defence companies soared to record highs this week, elevating expectations for the continent’s military tech startups. Britain’s BAE Systems leapt by 9% on Monday, while Germany’s Rheinmetall jumped by 14%. Stocks in Sweden’s
British startup Earthwave and a group of European scientists have used satellite data to map out glacial melt across the globe — and the results are alarming. The team discovered that the European Alps’ glaciers have shrunk the most of all — 39% in just over
A British R&D unit that’s been compared to DARPA is funding synthetic muscles, electronic skin, and mechanical hands for a robotics dexterity project. The Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) today unveiled the 10 teams selected for the programme. Th
Lithium and other elements that the U.S. needs for vital defense, energy, and other applications could become harder to obtain if the Trump administration goes ahead with tariffs and other protectionist policies aimed at
Alphabet Inc’s Google is close to deciding on locations in its key market of India where it will open its first physical retail stores outside the United States, three sources familiar with the matter said.
A TikTok trend claims giving your baby a tablespoon or two of butter before bed will help them sleep better at night.
“What if I told you my toddler was still waking up every 2 hours at almost 2 years old until I started giving her real grass fed butter before bed,” reads one TikTok post by creator @bridgette_.gray. Since then, her child has experienced “
New HP Victus 15 gaming laptops purportedly pack options on RTX 5050 and 5060 graphics cards.
The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus has an upgraded camera for 2K footage, wide viewing angles, and improved night vision.
The Medusa gang is threatening to leak stolen HCRG Care Group records.
Google's new AI tool wants to help determine your ideal job and how to identify your unique skills.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/googles-latest-ai-tool-helps-you-find-your-perfect-job
Microsoft announces new generative AI model that can understand game physics and controller actions, and potentially preserve classic games.
Apple Intelligence is no ChatGPT and that's still a big problem.
All three vulnerabilities were fixed, Palo Alto Networks says.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/palo-alto-warns-another-major-firewall-hack-has-been-detected
A French NGO is accusing Apple of violation of privacy, unlawful processing of personal data, and deceptive commercial practices. Here's all you need to know.
Alteryx's Alan Jacobson explores why graph databases will become vital as data complexity grows.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/transforming-the-future-of-data-with-graph-databases
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-21-february-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-21-february-2025
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-21-february-2025
Invincible season 3 episode 5's most heart-warming scene is going to make a devastating comic book moment even worse in the Prime Video show.
Dune Awakening will officially launch on May 20, 2025, for PC via Steam.
Cooperation and information sharing is key to industry wide compliance with new directives.
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Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has confirmed the Netflix drama will continue after its upcoming movie.
The groups were often changing names and encryptors, making attribution difficult.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates highlights four scary things the next generation should be worried about, including keeping control of AI.
New maps, a collab with TMNT and more headline the latest Black Ops 6 and Warzone mid-season refresh.
NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Ti unsurprisingly sold out in seconds, but that doesn't mean you can't get the new GPU on launch day. I found these pre-built PCs with the GPU.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/computers-desktops/rtx-5070-ti-pre-builts
Microsoft is putting the final touches on a feature for Copilot in Excel that will make it easy to important data from the web and other documents.
The latest SCUF controller for Xbox and PC is designed in collaboration with esports players to target peak performance.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/scuf-drops-a-hot-new-xbox-controller
Epic MMORPG Dune: Awakening finally has a confirmed release date, but it's only coming to PC via Steam at first. There's also a new character creator and benchmark tool.
It’s long been possible to say “Hey Google” to your Google smart speaker to request a playlist from, say, YouTube Music, Spotify, Pandora, and even Apple Music. But can you spot the major music service that’s missing?
Until now, Amazon Music had been conspicuously absent from the list of music streamers that Google Assistant could easily control on your Go
Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, the third graphics card in its newest 50-series generation, officially went on sale this morning… and less than an hour after it became available, it’s out of stock in every US online store. You might have more luck if you try to get it at physic
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Been in the market for a powerful gaming laptop at an affordable price? Stop what you’re doing and jump on this amazing deal! Right now, this Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 is down to $1,250 at B&H, which is a whopping $600 off its retail price. Incredible.
Kioxia's 10th generation 332-layer 3D NAND flash is up to 33% faster than prior-gen NAND, boasted the company at ISSCC 2025.
Apple claims its C1 modem is the most power efficient modem ever used in an iPhone.
The ASRock Taichi TC-1300T delivers high-efficiency power for demanding systems with premium features and thermal performance.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/asrock-taichi-tc-1300t-power-supply-review
Microsoft is removing a couple of features from a Windows 11 24H2 Preview Build in Europe to comply with the GDPR.
After much anticipation, Apple finally announced the iPhone 16e yesterday. Looking at its position in the company's lineup, the 16e is a headscratcher. My colleague Ian Carlos Campbell already wrote about how strange it is that the
The best gaming keyboards can make you feel in total control while sweating through an online shooter and more comfortable while taking in a 100-hour RPG. They may not always feel as luxurious for typing as a custom mechanical keyboard, but they’ve become increasingly sophisticated with new features to improve your play
Shortly after introducing subject tracking with its latest smartphone gimbal, DJI has done the same with its new lightweight camera gimbal. The
Lenovo has already teased the second-gen version of its flagship gaming handheld. But that won’t be out until much later this year, so in the meantime, it’s come out with the Legion Go S
If there’s one downside to the sheer number of security cameras Ring makes, it’s the sheer darn volume of them. Joining the mob today is the Outdoor Cam Plus, packing a new high-quality lens and 2K imaging sensor promising “a clear, colorful view even in near dark conditions.” It’s clad in a weather-resistant body and can run from mains power, via a re