The latest Windows 11 Dev Channel build includes a new actions menu in the Settings app, which lets you configure which suggested actions appear in Click To Do.
HP just announced a slew of new PCs from its OmniBook range, including OmniBook X laptops powered by AMD and Intel CPUs. In total, 18 OmniBook laptops were unveiled.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/hp-omnibook-x-flip-intel-amd
At GDC, Xbox has detailed how much more success Play Anywhere titles have over those without, and drop a casual nod to Hollow Knight: Silksong.
HP shared a bunch of new gaming hardware at Amplify 2025, including the OMEN 16 Slim designed for mobile gamers. Here's what you need to know.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/hp-omen-slim-amplify-announcement
HP's Amplify 2025 conference is underway, and a number of new and updated AI tools are on the way. Here's what you need to know.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/hp/amplify-2025-ai-announcements
HP announced its new AIO EliteStudio PC and I got an engineering sample to take a first look.
Microsoft acquired Activision-Blizzard in full in 2023, and as we enter the second year of that acquisition, some fans have grown frustrated.
For many, Assassin's Creed Shadows is Ubisoft's last chance to prove itself, and the publisher may really have done it with this gorgeous, epic action-RPG.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/assassins-creed-shadows-review
The new EliteBook 6 features Qualcomm's Snapdragon X processors and has me excited for one reason.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is the latest flagship title from Ubisoft, and it's a truly massive action-RPG. Here's how it plays on gaming handhelds like Steam Deck.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/assassins-creed-shadows-on-gaming-handhelds
SteamOS is coming to PC handhelds other than Valve’s own Steam Deck. We heard a short but official confirmation last year, and then Lenovo confirmed a SteamOS-flavored version of its new Legion Go S design at CES 2025. We’ve got a vague idea of
I use a HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless as my personal PC headset, specifically because its battery life is bonkers at 300 hours. But it’s a bit barebones otherwise. It’s only 2.4GHz with a bulky dongle, not exactly cutting-edge, and it doesn’t work with my phone. The new Cloud III S brings that incredible longevity with a more premium design.
Before I continue
If I had a nickel for every time I went to an NYC press event and got blown away by a super-light laptop, I’d have two nickels over the last four months. The first would be when Asus unveiled the Zenbook A14 before CES 2025. The second would be now, with HP d
When Major League Baseball starts its 2025 season on March 27, you can enhance your big-screen game-watching experience by enlisting the aid of your small screen; i.e., your smartphone or tablet laptop. A second screen adds context to the game by delivering everything from analysis, player stats, and interactive features, to tools for communicating with othe
HP is updating its OmniBook X line with new chips from Intel and AMD across its clamshell and convertible designs. Some of them also have Nvidia GPUs.
HP introduced its new Omen 16 Slim laptop with Intel's Arrow Lake and up to an RTX 5070 Laptop GPU inside. The company says it’s 16% slimmer than the regular Omen 16 at its thinnest point.
Asus announces the Ascent GX10, which leverages Nvidia's GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip.
Nvidia led the semiconductor industry in 2024 with $124.3 billion in revenue, driving AI-fueled growth that pushed the top 10 fabless chipmakers’ earnings to $249.8 billion, up 49% year-over-year.
Thanks to Linux RT emulation, ray tracing is playable on pre-RDNA2-based AMD graphics cards. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has been recorded running at well over 30 FPS on multiple older AMD graphics cards that don't natively support ray tracing.
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A while back I was looking for a vector database that would work across Windows / Mac / Linux platforms. Some of the options required specific processors like Intel. I am curious if there are any alternatives to a Vector DB that can run cross platform and are easy to setup?
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In modern web development, animations are essential for creating engaging and interactive user experiences. They help convey meaning, provide feedback, and improve aesthetics. https://webdesignernews.com/exploring-anime-js-a-powerful-javascript-animation-library/
Explore and copy a wide range of HTML symbols to enhance your designs, improve readability, and add unique characters to your projects https://webdesignernews.com/symbl-your-ultimate-symbol-library-2/
I’m not fully committed to this model yet: I’m still on the lookout for more agents and inference-time scaling later this year. But Deep Research, Claude 3.7, Claude Code, Grok 3, and GPT-4.5 have turned out largely in line with these expectations[1], and this is my current baseline prediction. https://webdesignernews.com/my-predictions-regarding-ai-progress/
Yes, you are reading that correctly: This is indeed a guide to styling counters with CSS. Some of you are cheering, “Finally!”, but I understand that the vast majority of you are thinking, “Um, it’s just styling lists.” If you are part of the second group, I get it. Before learning and writing more and more about counters, I thought the same thing. Now I am part of the first... https://webdesignernews.com/styling-counters-in-css/
We’re giving every UI element a complete refresh, focused on better aesthetics, improved usability, and a more polished design system. https://webdesignernews.com/a-fresh-design-for-a-better-flowbite-experience/
Yes, Photoshop lost. Maybe you’re new around here, but Photoshop was THE design tool everyone used to design websites and apps. Everyone. But it lost out to Sketch and Figma and now hardly anyone designs these things in Photoshop. Of course some still do but most don’t. I still use Photoshop for certain things but never web design or apps. It’s dead to me there. https://webdesignernews.com/why-people-are-mad-at-figma/
Do you still need to worry about a tax refund delay if you claim the child tax credit? https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/if-you-claim-the-child-tax-credit-will-your-tax-refund-get-delayed/#ftag=CADf328eec
One in three shoppers feel pressure to make purchases now, with smartphones and laptops at the top of their lists. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/cnet-tariff-survey-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
A master plumber details how to unclog a shower drain at home, and -- most importantly -- how to prevent it from clogging in the first place. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/a-plumber-told-us-why-you-shouldnt-use-chemicals-to-unclog-a-drain/#ftag=CADf328eec
Feeling stressed? We asked experts about who should take ashwagandha to potentially help with anxiety, sleep, stress and more. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/should-you-take-ashwagandha-supplements-for-stress-anxiety/#ftag=CADf328eec
In order to bust (or bolster) some of the biggest pizza myths, we went straight to the source. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/we-asked-a-new-york-pizza-maker-if-nyc-water-really-makes-pizza-better/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Fed is weighing inflation, recession indicators and uncertain trade policies. Here's how that impacts mortgage rates. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-predictions-for-march-18-2025-markets-await-fed-decision/#ftag=CADf328eec
These apps, tips and products will help you take charge and feel confident going into the dreaded allergy season. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/pollen-season-allergy-hacks-and-apps-to-stay-ahead-of-the-game/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you're dealing with a puffy or swollen face, you might think you have cortisol face. Here are the facts. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/face-puffy-have-cortisol-face-what-expert-say/#ftag=CADf328eec
Many hidden places in our homes could benefit from a deep clean. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/get-a-head-start-on-spring-cleaning-by-tending-to-these-15-forgotten-spots/#ftag=CADf328eec
Staffers at the US Department of Commence can no longer use Chinese AI model DeepSeek.
StilachiRAT malware hides easily, allows for remote code execution, and steals data.
Windows 11’s Settings app seemingly continues its ultra-slow digestion of the Control Panel, with mouse options apparently next on the menu.
An Apple patent has revealed blood pressure sensing technology that uses a liquid-filled sensor.
Starfield could be getting a PlayStation 5 release sooner than we think.
Lego and Pokemon officially announce a collaboration with sets launching in 2026.
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-19-march-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-19-march-2025
BYD unveils a new charging system that effectively doubles that speeds that Tesla is currently capable of.
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-19-march-2025
Moana 2 was streamed over 27 million times in its first five days on Disney+.
Without proper investment and support, privacy teams are struggling, and businesses are exposed to unnecessary risks.
The global supply chain is the backbone of the world’s economy. From suppliers and manufacturers to transporters, retailers, and consumers, every step is interconnected. Yet, as powerful and efficient as it usually is, this vast network is highly vulnerable to disruption.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/how-phishing-attacks-are-hitting-the-supply-chain-and-how
Don't expect to see it in your TV this year, but this new tech is getting experts excited
Both bugs were fixed in January 2025, but users should update immediately.
With this exclusive, you can save on the ergonomically friendly, responsive, and extremely input-accurate Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma controller.
XeSS-FG and XeSS-LL combine Frame Generation and Low Latency techniques to boost performance on various GPUs, not just Intel Arc.
More games are headed to Xbox Game Pass soon, including Rebellion's Atomfall and the Blizzard Arcade Collection.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-game-pass-march-2025-wave-2
Here at PCWorld, we all love great deals on great hardware—like this crazy discount on the Acer Swift X 16 gaming laptop. “That’s a LOT of laptop for $899!” said one of our editors when I shared with him this hot deal on Acer’s gaming laptop at B&H.
And h
Keeping your computer in tip-top shape involves regular cleaning and maintenance. It’s possible to do it all by hand, but your time is more precious than that, isn’t it? For the price of a Starbucks frap, you could just grab CCleaner and let it clean out the junk on your PC for you.
In the 1990s, a colleague took me to “Snake Alley,” Taipei’s red-light district, for a night of drinking with “entertainers” and some of their very muscled, serious friends. A good time was had by all, fortunately. Still, I was young, dumb, and lucky that I didn’t end up in any trouble.
Some parts of the internet are like that, too. If you think you’ll be p
So, what kinds of streaming ads will you tolerate? Maybe a 60-second commercial break in the middle of a show? Pause ads? A static ad on the home screen?
There’s a range of streaming advertisement that most of us will tolerate. Nobody loves an unskippable 30-second ad before a YouTube video, but most of us will deal with it, waiting patiently for that “Ski
The XeSS SDK 2.0.1 is now available, bringing support for XeSS-SR, XeSS-FG, and XeLL, though the technology itself remains closed-source.
Seagate and Nvidia demonstrate a proof-of-concept NVMe HDD system at GTC, showcasing how PCIe-based hard drives, combined with DPUs, can enhance AI datacenter storage by reducing latency, improving scalability, and offering a cost-effective alternative to all-flash solutions.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/hdds/gpu-meets-pcie-based-hard-drives-se
China's GMKTec has announced the EVO-X2 mini PC with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor at the AMD Greater China Channel Summit today.
The Samsung 9100 Pro is Samsung’s answer for the high-end PCIe 5.0 storage market. It’s a good drive, but falls short of being truly impressive.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/ssds/samsung-9100-pro-ssd-review
Nvidia GTC 2025 will start in a few hours, and its CEO, Jensen Huang, will give the keynote address where he's expected to reveal some new AI GPUs.
Hi everyone! For several months now I've been stuck on the idea of a Minesweeper game that isn't just single player. This is what I came up with:
• Live games allowing several people to play at the same time
• Scoring system rewarding correct moves
• Grid size, mines count, and players count set to make games as balanced as possible
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Instead of taking screenshots manually for each device & language, you can automate it with Maestro! Here's how. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/semantics-identifiers-ui-testing/
The V13 is InMotion's largest and fastest EUC, and it certainly lives up to expectations. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/the-inmotion-v13-challenger-review-the-big-wheel-of-electric-unicycles/#ftag=CADf328eec
Fight with giant mechs or your bare hands in these games on PlayStation Plus. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-armored-core-ufc-5-and-more-on-playstation-plus-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
Ellen Pompeo leads the series in her first starring role since leaving Grey's Anatomy. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/good-american-family-how-to-watch-the-natalia-grace-true-crime-series/#ftag=CADf328eec
We’ve tested every Apple Watch and rounded up our picks for every need and every budget. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-apple-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec
Need Your Looney Tunes fix? Here's where you can still watch the classic cartoons. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/classic-looney-tunes-are-gone-from-max-heres-where-you-can-still-watch-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: Apple's iPhone 17 cameras need to impress when the phone launches later this year. This is how they can. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-needs-to-do-this-to-make-the-iphone-17-cameras-incredible/#ftag=CADf328eec
Flora's creative workspace brings artificial intelligence to text, image and video generation, built by and for creative professionals. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/if-youre-struggling-to-bring-your-design-ideas-to-life-ai-can-help/#ftag=CADf328eec
Nord Security is now offering NordProtect identity theft protection as a standalone service.
New evidence that a new GameCube controller is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been spotted online.
This much better version of voice commands remains in testing, but when it comes to release, hopefully it’ll be available for all Copilot+ PCs, not just Arm-based laptops.
Everything you need to know for Jensen Huang's keynote at Nvidia GTC 2025.