Melatonin isn't the only sleep aid out there. The best magnesium supplements might be your key to quality sleep. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/magnesium-for-sleep-benefits-types-and-your-ideal-dosage/#ftag=CADf328eec
The era of console exclusivity continues to fade with remarks from Microsoft Games's master chief. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/xbox-chief-teases-exclusive-games-will-come-to-nintendo-switch-2/#ftag=CADf328eec
The company reportedly snuck the update into this week's iOS 18.3 release. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-rumored-to-expand-satellite-connectivity-on-iphones-with-spacexs-starlink/#ftag=CADf328eec
Prevent home threats and protect property with these proven steps and tech. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/effective-security-tips-to-deter-burglars-and-trespassers/#ftag=CADf328eec
You don't need an IRS account to file your taxes, but it can help you out big time. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/create-an-irs-account-this-tax-season-to-save-yourself-time-and-trouble/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's win or bust for Pep Guardiola's men as they host the Belgian champions at the Etihad. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-livestream-man-city-vs-club-brugge-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Two sides chasing an automatic qualification spot face off at Villa Park. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-livestream-aston-villa-vs-celtic-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Gunners need just a point to seal their place in the last 16. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-livestream-girona-vs-arsenal-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Steam Deck has come a long way since its 2022 launch, and a new frame generation mod will only make it the experience even better for users.
Cut through the AI hype—discover strategies for effective deployment and meaningful impact
https://www.techradar.com/pro/it-teams-arent-as-ready-to-deploy-ai-as-they-think-but-they-can-be
To capitalize on the AI revolution, organizations need an IT foundation that’s purposefully designed.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/why-enterprise-ai-requires-a-digital-transformation-redesign
Multiple users have reported issues with the Google Pixel 9 Pro’s camera bar, which in the most serious cases is physically separating from the phone’s chassis – and Google doesn’t seem too enthusiastic about fixing things.
Microsoft is only testing the Start menu side panel with iPhones, but it likely won’t be long before it’s introduced to the release version of Windows 11.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man's first two episodes are out now – here are all of the Marvel references I found.
The lineup includes the most powerful built-in speakers on a record player to date.
The bug has since been mitigated, but users should still take care.
Microsoft's head of gaming Phil Spencer isn't ruling out a potential Starfield PS5 release.
NordWhisper is designed to work against the most challenging network filtering techniques. Here's all you need to know.
The first Dungeons & Dragons VR trailer reveals gameplay, but there’s no release date yet.
Social engineering on a trusted platform works well for threat actors, McAfee says.
AMD Radeon RX 7000 and RX 6000 gaming laptops are getting huge discount ahead of Radeon 8000 and 9000 series release.
There's good reason to purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 as soon as it launches, and the price might only be half the story
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo-switch-2-price-leak-rumors
An analytics firm has handed Microsoft the games publishing crown. With almost half a billion in spending, Microsoft's multiplatform strategy is paying off for Xbox, at least according to this analysis.
Auto Dark Mode allows you to set and customize themes on Windows 11 depending on the time of day. The app now runs on ARM devices natively.
NVIDIA's redesigned RTX 5080 Founders Edition is the new king of the hill for PC gamers as the sensible enthusiast GPU if you can find it at its intended price.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/cpu-gpu-components/nvidia-geforce-rtx-5080-review
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (Gen 13) is thinner and lighter than its predecessor without compromising on anything, but new Intel chips don't fix all the weaknesses.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/lenovo/lenovo-thinkpad-x1-carbon-gen-13-aura-edition-review
Will the Kansas City Chiefs become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls? Or can the Philadelphia Eagles soar back from their 2023 Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs and secure another title? We’re about to find out.
Super Bowl LIX promises drama, high stakes, and unforgettable moments. And watching the game on Sunday, Feb. 9 will be easy to do
Remember the Windows 11 24H2 update from earlier this month? The first one of the year, which continued last year’s trend of 24H2 updates wreaking havoc for end users? Well, the big issue caused by that one seems to have been addressed — for tester
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Scareware is a type of malware that relies on scare tactics to get you to lower your guard and unknowingly install malware or give away sensitive personal data before you realize you’re being tricked. Typically, these scare tactics are full-screen alerts that mimic antivirus warnings.
One of the most nefarious examples of scareware is the “tech support scam
Large language model AI companies have been aggressively scraping content off the web for years, and many of them are known for ignoring things like copyright or the robots.txt files used by sites to stop search engines. One designer decided to send these web crawlers on a wild goose chase — by trapping them in a never-ending spiral of nonsense that burns up their re
Chrome Sync is one of the best features of Google’s world-dominating web browser. The ability to switch between devices and maintain the same bookmarks, passwords, tabs, etc. is a godsend. Not to mention newer features like moving tabs between mobile
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While Dell makes some big, bombastic gaming displays and top-of-the-line monitors for creative pros, most people I know look to Dell for affordable and solid screens. Today’s deal delivers on that, with a 27-inch monitor and a high-quality IPS panel for just $159.99 at Office D
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek is using Huawei’s AI chips to run its wave-making R1 large language model.
After a new Nvidia RTX 5080 GPU? Check our lists for all the RTX 5080 models and retailer links.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/where-to-buy-nvidias-rtx-5080-graphics-card
PhD-candidate Jiayi Pan led a team at UC Berkeley that reproduced the core technology of DeepSeek R1-Zero for just $30, showing how AI could become affordable to just about anyone.
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090 is an expensive product to build, but it makes Nvidia a lot of money.
Creality’s long-awaited new flagship 3D printer is bigger, better, and in color.
https://www.tomshardware.com/3d-printing/creality-k2-plus-review
Japanese electronics retailer Goodwill Nagoya Osu will conduct a lottery for customers who line up at the store by 10:20 a.m. on January 31 to determine who can buy an RTX 5090 or RTX 5080 GPU.
Mod Room My has assembled a beautiful Pokémon-themed alarm clock using a Raspberry Pi Pico that fits inside an original Game Boy.
Comcast has announced new technology for ultra-low lag Internet on its Xfinity service. According to the company's release, users of select products and software from its partners will experience less delay in situations with bi-directional traffic. The first wave of supported applications include select games from Valve's Steam platform,
OpenAI claims that Chinese startups are persistently trying to copy the technology of American AI companies. Aligned with that, OpenAI says it and partner Microsoft have been banning accounts suspected of “distilling” its models. The two are trying to identify those behind such efforts and, per
NordVPN is known for developing its own VPN protocol, NordLynx, based on the popular and reliable WireGuard protocol. It also supports the tried-and-true OpenVPN protocol. Today, Nord Security is adding
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Google launches Meridian, an open-source marketing tool using advanced modeling to optimize ad budgets and measure campaign effectiveness.
The post Google Launches Open-Source “Meridian” Marketing Mix Model appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-launches-open-source-meridian
Understand the significance of customer service in PPC strategies. Discover how it can influence customer loyalty and long-term business growth
The post Why Alignment With Customer Service Is Crucial For PPC appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/alignment-with-customer-service-ppc/537663/
The @view-transition at-rule has two descriptions. One is the commonly used navigation descriptor. The second is types, the lesser-known of the two, and one that probably envies how much attention navigation gets. But read on to learn why we need types and how it opens up new possibilities for custom view transitions when navigating between pages.
AI can save you time in finding clothes that might work with your style, and it can even make sure the items are mostly made from natural fibers. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-ai-as-a-stylist-it-was-surprisingly-fashionable/#ftag=CADf328eec
Artificial intelligence might save you time and buyer's remorse. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-used-ai-to-try-on-outfits-before-buying-it-was-nearly-as-fun-as-shopping/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's a Super Bowl rematch between the Chiefs and Eagles, but for the first time you can watch the game live on Tubi. Find out how to watch or stream the game and halftime show on Fox or for free on Tubi. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/super-bowl-2025-date-time-how-to-watch-chiefs-vs-eagles-for-free-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Bandwidth and latency aren't the same thing, but they both greatly impact the quality of your home internet experience. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/whats-the-difference-between-bandwidth-and-latency/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't lose out on precious sleep due to multiple nightly trips to the bathroom. Here are simple lifestyle changes that can help. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/waking-up-too-often-to-pee-decrease-those-late-night-bathroom-breaks-with-these-tips/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you're enrolled in the SAVE income-driven repayment plan, brace for potential changes. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/will-trump-toss-out-the-save-student-loan-repayment-plan-heres-what-experts-say/#ftag=CADf328eec
Two worrying flaws have been found, so be on your guard.
The US Navy has issued a warning against new AI chatbot DeepSeek for professional or personal use.
New report claims OpenAI has evidence of DeepSeek breaking its user agreement by distilling its models.
Hazelight has shared a new lookat Split Fiction's optional side content, Side Stories.
SmartHQ AI Coffee Assistant is your friendly virtual barista.
The affectedsites were running an older WordPress version and outdated plugins.
How DeepSeek and ChatGPT compare in search ability.
Despite conflicting reports, Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will not support Bluetooth S Pen functionality.
ENGlobal reveals more details, but we still don't know how many people were affected.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/engineering-giant-englobal-confirms-hackers-hit-internal-data
You gotta pump up your storage numbers; those are rookie numbers in this racket.
Destiny 2: Heresy is unleashing a Star Wars crossover event, as well as bringing back the iconic Dreadnaught of the Taken King.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/destiny-2-heresy-dreadnaught-star-wars-crossover
A new Windows 11 feature allows iPhone users to see information from their phone within the Windows 11 Start menu. Windows Insiders can test the functionality now and also try the option to share files between a phone and PC through the Start menu.
The gorgeous Beats Pill portable Bluetooth speaker was updated last year with a new version and released with a $150 price tag. Right now, you can snag it on sale for just $100 on Amazon.
Also called the Kim Kardashian Edition, this iteration of the Beats Pill brings several
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If you feel like your laptop is severely lacking in ports and connectivity, there’s an easy solution: grab a USB hub that expands a single port into multiple, allowing you to plug in all the stuff you need. Right now, Anker’s USB-C hub is on sale for $30 on Amazon, a lovel
Whether you’re excited about this year’s Super Bowl or you just really want to upgrade your home entertainment system, here’s something that will seriously turn heads: a portable 4K projector.
The stunning LG CineBeam Q is usually priced at $1,297, but right now you can grab it for jaw-droppingly cheap:
Lenovo delivers remarkable value from its Legion R27fc-30. It’s a 27-inch FHD VA curved gaming monitor with 280 Hz, Adaptive-Sync HDR and wide gamut color. It also boasts premium gaming performance and speed for relatively little money.
Sources at Open AI believe DeepSeek unlawfully distilled data from ChatGPT, Open AI and Microsoft begin investigation.
The STAR Act extends the semiconductor manufacturing tax credit beyond 2026 and expands it to include research and development.
MSI has pushed back RTX 5090 shipments by one week as it likely faces difficulties with supply.
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Founders Edition is a big step down from the 5090, at least in some cases. It's also a relatively small step up from the previous generation 4080 Super it replaces. Without multi-frame generation, it offers only minor gains, and with MFG, it's more about marketing than real performance benefits.
Founder of TSMC remembers how his company managed to land a supply contract with Apple.
