Microsoft CCO Frank X. Shaw recently addressed Benioff's myriad of comments aimed at the company's AI and Copilot efforts.
Following protests, PlayStation maker Sony is backpedaling its PSN requirement policy for several of its games on PC.
Some big changes are coming with the latest season of Major League Soccer on Apple TV, including a new production studio and a featured Sunday night soccer match each week.
One thing that isn’t changing for Apple’s MLS Season Pass in 2025 is the price, although there will be some special offers for Comcast’s Xfinity, DirecTV, and T-Mobile subscribers.
Right now, there’s no other RPG that’s more hotly anticipated than the upcoming Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The sequel to Warhorse’s highly successful medieval roleplaying game, which was postponed multiple times, will be officially released on February 4, 2025.
In this one, you’ll be able to traverse an even larger game world inspired by medieval
Bringing together Windows and the Apple iPhone has been an agonizing journey. Microsoft is taking another step to connect the two, providing a consistent UI and file sharing between the two platforms via the Start menu.
Microsoft already includes an app called Phone Link within Windows, which is a surprisingly powerful way to connect Windows with Android ph
Pick up the 32-inch Dell S3222DGM gaming monitor for only $195.
Pat Gelsinger credited DeepSeek's creative engineering for driving competition and making AI more affordable.
Apple Silicon is extra prone to stolen information thanks to some yet-unpatched speculative execution attacks.
AMD has provided instructions on how to run DeepSeek R1 on its latest consumer-based Ryzen AI and RX 7000 series CPUs and GPUs.
Comcast has starting rolling out its new low-latency tech, L4S.
No Man's Sky is back with Worlds Part II, expanding the universe in new ways as only games can. Hello Games, the studio behind No Man's Sky, has announced the
Sony is once again shaking up its leadership ranks. Effective April 1, Hideaki Nishino will be president and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE). Nishino was appointed CEO of the division's Platform Business Group last year. He ran SIE in partnership with Hermen Hulst, who will remain in his role as the head of PlayStation's studios but now report to Nishi
Sony is making a PlayStation Network login optional for several of its single-player games on PC. The company says that you'll no longer need one for God of War Ragnarök, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (which
Sony just revealed some new games available for PlayStation Plus subscribers in February. The lineup isn’t particularly exciting, but does include some solid entries like Payday 3 and High on Life.
The company also made an announcement that could impact current PS4 owners, saying that “PS4 gam
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From Meta's mixed reality headsets to Valve's Steam games, Xfinity's new software will be an upgrade for home internet users. Here's what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/comcast-rolls-out-new-ultra-low-lag-technology-to-support-apple-meta-and-gaming-applications/#ftag=CADf328eec
CNET's survey found that, if money's no object, Americans crave huge screens. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/nearly-half-of-tv-shoppers-want-a-tv-bigger-than-65-inches/#ftag=CADf328eec
In a world of small screens, supersized TVs are looking for their rightful place. It may not always be an easy fit. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/features/big-tvs-are-the-next-frontier-but-its-a-complicated-picture/#ftag=CADf328eec
Naturally found in certain foods, gamma-aminobutyric acid supplements might help if you struggle to fall asleep. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/try-this-natural-sleep-aid-instead-of-melatonin/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Fed's policy-making body is expected to put a pause on interest rate cuts today. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/fact-check-trump-doesnt-have-the-power-to-force-lower-interest-rates/#ftag=CADf328eec
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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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