115 Day, the annual Call of Duty zombies celebration, heralds double player level XP, weapon XP, battle pass XP and a boosted Gobblegum earn rate in a win for all players. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/surprise-call-of-duty-double-xp-week-starts-now-in-black-ops-6-january-15-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
The hit show returns to Apple TV Plus on Friday, but everyone can watch the first season for free right now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/severance-fomo-you-can-watch-season-1-in-full-for-free-on-roku/#ftag=CADf328eec
Subscribers can play the award-winning game on Jan. 21. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/play-god-of-war-ragnarok-and-more-with-playstation-plus-soon/#ftag=CADf328eec
Fox is using the Big Game to raise awareness of its free streaming service. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/fox-sports-will-stream-the-super-bowl-in-4k-for-free-on-tubi/#ftag=CADf328eec
UnifyDrive's UP6 allows users to organize, access, and secure data with local AI models for enhanced privacy and speed.
DJI Drones no longer automatically recognize no-fly zones in the US which does not improve drone safety.
Fujifilm is rumored to be launching a new Instax Wide Evo camera soon –here's why it could be my ideal instant camera, on paper.
The change comes right before the next Galaxy Unpacked
Khadas Mind 2 mini PC is sleek, compact, and perfect for remote workers.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/khadas-new-mind-2-mini-pc-might-be-tiny-but-it-packs-a-mean-punch
Qualcomm has expanded its application partnerships to include Moises App, DJay Pro, Steinberg Cubase, and Capture One to take down Apple's supremacy in the art world.
It was a treat to see dozens of laptops that debuted at CES a few years ago return to the show floor, further refined thanks to chip architecture and power efficiency advances.
The capable Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Plus tablet drops to its lowest price ever with this 20% off sale at Amazon.
Microsoft has made its Mail & Calendar app on Windows inoperable. A third-party app called Wino Mail attempts to fill the gap left by Microsoft.
Bill Gates revealed his greatest mistake of all time made Microsoft miss its opportunity with Android, partly due to mismanagement and antitrust-related issues. However, Android co-founder Rich Miner says Bill Gates is more responsible than he's letting on.
Avowed is shaping up to be one of 2025's most exciting new RPG titles, but will it come to Game Pass? Here's what you need to know.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/is-avowed-on-xbox-game-pass
These days, a mini PC can deliver fantastic performance at a fraction of the cost of a full-blown desktop PC or laptop. The Beelink SER5 Pro mini PC is a great example, now on sale for $271 on Amazon, which is a cool 25 percent off its original $359 price tag.
If YouTube TV’s latest price hike feels like a breaking point to you, you’re not alone.
Over the last week, I’ve heard from a bunch of folks who say the rate hike—from $73 per month to $83 per month, starting January 13, 2025—is the last straw. They’re now seeking alternatives to YouTube TV that will provide comparable channel coverage for less.
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Windows 10 Microsoft 365 users are in for some bad news in October unless they upgrade before then.
Nvidia's new Blackwell roadmap for 2025 prioritizes multi-die variants with CoWoS-L packaging, impacting CoWoS-S suppliers.
Shipments of PCs and GPUs were up year-over-year in 2024, according to both IDC and JPR.
Google is partnering with The Associated Press to bring real-time information from the news agency to its Gemini app, the search giant announced on Wednesday. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. The deal builds on an existing partnership Google had with The Associated Press to source real-time information for its search engine. “This will be particularly helpful to [Gemin
Sony is set to freshen up the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers with a bunch of new additions in January. The obvious headliner here is
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a suit against John Deere, accusing it of “unfair” practices that force farmers to pay higher-than-average repair costs. The federal organization, along with attorneys general for Illinois and Minnesota, are alleging that the company engages in practices
I’m an indie maker, just like many of you. A few months back, I launched a product on one of the big platforms, and... nothing. It got buried under dozens of other launches within hours. All that work, all that excitement is gone in the blink of an eye. No one even saw it.
It stung. I wasn’t mad, well, maybe a little but mostly, I just felt invisible. The truth is, indie makers like me don’t have big teams or budgets to fight for visibility. We rely on genuine support and connections. I co
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Audits from the IRS are a nerve-racking prospect for many Americans, but being informed about what they actually entail might help ease your mind. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/irs-audits-everything-to-know-about-what-they-are-and-who-gets-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
It may seem like the internet prices in Chapel Hill are high, but so are the speeds. The price is well worth it for faster internet. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-chapel-hill-nc/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are the signs that your body sends when you're sleep-deprived. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/4-surprising-ways-your-body-is-begging-you-to-sleep/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's a crucial north London derby for both teams at the Emirates. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-arsenal-vs-tottenham-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Jesse Eisenberg's directorial debut is gaining Oscar buzz. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/a-real-pain-when-to-watch-kieran-culkins-award-winning-performance-on-hulu/#ftag=CADf328eec
The second David Moyes era gets underway at Goodison Park. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-everton-vs-aston-villa-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
A new affordable broadband law in the Empire State has led to AT&T dropping its 5G home internet product entirely. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/att-is-stopping-its-5g-internet-air-service-in-ny-because-of-new-broadband-law/#ftag=CADf328eec
W-2 forms are starting to arrive in mailboxes and inboxes. Here's why you need that form for the 2025 tax season. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/when-youll-receive-your-w-2-form-for-income-taxes-and-how-to-read-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
March 2 is the targeted landing date. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/the-blue-ghost-lunar-lander-is-now-headed-to-the-moon-heres-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
This is everything you need to know about the benefits, potential side effects and proper dosage of apple cider vinegar for health. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/apple-cider-vinegar-how-to-maximize-the-home-and-health-benefits/#ftag=CADf328eec
A win for the Magpies will see them go fourth in the table. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/premier-league-soccer-livestream-newcastle-vs-wolves-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Mushroom coffee is trending again. We dive into the cost, taste and potential health benefits of ditching your normal cup of coffee. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/mushroom-coffee-everything-to-know-before-swapping-out-your-morning-cup-of-joe/#ftag=CADf328eec
The drone maker is removing restrictions that prevented its products from being allowed to fly over restricted areas, ceding control to drone pilots. https://www.cnet.com/tech/dji-software-no-longer-blocks-drones-from-flying-over-military-posts-and-airports/#ftag=CADf328eec
After over a decade together, we're ready to commit to combining our finances. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/my-wife-and-i-kept-our-finances-separate-for-15-years-heres-why-we-changed-our-mind-in-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
Get a handle on your spending with this popular budgeting app. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/ynab/#ftag=CADf328eec
I tried L’Oreal’s new skin testing device at CES 2025, and it gave me some surprising news about my skin health and aging.
TikTok could be planning to immediately shut its app to US users from January 19 –here's how that might play out and what to do.
https://www.techradar.com/tech/tiktok-ban-everything-you-need-to-know
Micron will supply G8 QLC NAND for Pure Storage’s 150TB SDD out soon.
There's a wealth of AI arriving alongside the new hardware that Samsung is unveiling later this month.
As part of a crackdown on vehicle software and hardware from China, the Biden Administration has finalized its rules for banning Chinese EVs in the US market.
Parallels Desktop 20.2 brings x86 emulation to Apple Silicon Macs, allowing developers and enterprises to run Intel-based virtual machines on M1 and M2 chips.
The excellent 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip is now $250 under retail
Laptop Mag tests and reviews over 100 laptops annually to find the best ones for you, regardless of your budget or needs. Our regularly updated guide will show you the best Windows laptops in 2025.
Ubisoft's founding family is seeking a deal with Tencent that could see the company's assets split across a new venture.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/ubisoft-founders-new-venture-tencent
One thing you can always use is extra storage space, especially when it comes in the shape of a speedy portable SSD. This Crucial X9 offers 1TB of space for just $69.78 thanks to a sale on Amazon. (It doesn’t show as a sale, but it was $99 up until a couple of days ago.)
Google has released the new Chrome versions Chrome 132.0.6834.83/84 for Windows and macOS and 132.0.6834.83 for Linux. The installation of these updates eliminates 16 security vulnerabilities in the browser, which have apparently not yet been exploited for attacks. Version 132 also introduces some new features such as enhanced search with Google Lens. The manufacture
OpenAI has now updated the ChatGPT with the new beta feature Tasks, which allows the AI chatbot to perform tasks at a later time. Users simply say what they need and when they need it.
For example, a user can instruct ChatGPT to inform them of current stock prices every morning, remind them of their language studies every evening, or give them a daily 15-mi
One of the best headphones on the market right now is on sale with a cool 25 percent discount. I’m talking about the Sony WH-1000XM5 that are now down to $328 on Amazon, making this a great time to snag a pair for yourself if you need quality ANC cans.
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The Acer Nitro V is one of the most popular gaming laptops in the country, and it’s easy to see why. I call this particular model “Old Faithful” because it’s stuck around for a long time and frequently goes on sale — like today, when you can pick it up with a Ryzen 5 processor and an RTX 4050 graphics card
The RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 both allegedly offer 16GB of memory alongside 4,096 and 3,584 shaders respectively.
We do a lot of benchmarking, and Nvidia is bringing some new features to its RTX 50-series GPUs that require changes in how to collect performance data. Here's what you need to know about Nvidia's "best practices" as well as our plans for future testing of GPUs.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/benchmarking-blackwell-and-rtx-50-series-gpus-wit
Save $200 on this 32- inch Alienware AW3225QF OLED gaming monitor.
Honda has announced that its first original EV design, the Acura RSX, will use its proprietary Asimo operating system, according to The Verge. If those names sound familiar it's
It’s been a long wait, but Daredevil: Born Again premieres on March 4 via Disney+. The streamer just dropped another trailer ">that’s filled with new footage, much of it proving that the pseudo-sequel series will stay true to its violent
As the world turns, so do the console generations. The Nintendo Switch is over seven years old, so it’s due for a refresh. Nintendo Switch 2 rumors have been swirling for years, but now they are really heating up. A s
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Lee Meyer with a super clever idea using scroll-driven animations as an interaction to "like" or "dislike" something.
Web-Slinger.css: Across the Swiper-Verse originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the
Certain foods can lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels and increase heart health. Add these foods to your dinner rotation to create a heart-healthy diet. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/naturally-boost-your-heart-health-with-these-5-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec
Enrollment in "Obamacare" health insurance has hit record numbers during open enrollment the past few months, but your window to join ends today. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/insurance/affordable-care-act-health-insurance-open-enrollment-ends-today-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
Running on no sleep isn't just taxing mentally, it's taxing on your body. Research shows it's not worth trying to exercise when you're sleep-deprived. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep-deprived-and-exhausted-heres-why-you-should-skip-your-workout/#ftag=CADf328eec
Stop writing that your biggest red flag is liking pineapple on pizza. Hinge's first AI coaching feature can help you come up with more creative, personal answers. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/hinges-new-ai-tool-wants-to-help-you-avoid-making-a-bad-dating-profile/#ftag=CADf328eec
Customers of Southern California Edison can get rebates for power stations as wildfires cause power outages in Los Angeles. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/some-californians-can-get-a-150-rebate-on-portable-power-stations/#ftag=CADf328eec
Netflix's new series is set in the early days of social media influencers, and features a delusional wellness guru.
Wars of words between Benioff and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella comes via the only appropriate means possible in 2025: two distinct podcasts.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/salesforce-ceo-marc-benioff-slams-microsoft-copilot-as-a-disaster
Analyst firm paints a bleak picture of late last year, but there are some more optimistic predictions for 2025
After briefly postponing its public release, Marvel has finally revealed the first trailer for Daredevil: Born Again.
Why passkeys are the future of authentication to officially replace passwords forever.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/passwords-out-passkeys-in-the-future-of-secure-authentication
As arguments about ‘fake frames’ rage online, Nvidia proves that DLSS and frame generation aren’t going anywhere.
Rising shadow IT usage exposes broken IT processes, urging businesses to automate and modernize.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/need-to-shine-a-light-on-shadow-it-start-with-process
Apple’s CarPlay 2 has apparently just been revealed in screenshots posted to X.
Google says the responsibility lies elsewhere, but users should still be wary
Nvidia's made me happy with its DLSS 4 generosity and affordable RTX 5070 price, and that's rolled on with the new and improved RTX 5080 power adapter.
ChatGPT's new task manager could be the game-changing AI update we've been waiting for.
The Gravy Analytics hack is a stark reminder of the danger of data collection. Here's all you need to know.
The malware exfiltrates sensitive data from compromised WordPress websites.
If rumors are to be believed, it won't be long before Nintendo Switch 2 is officially unveiled, meaning we'll finally get an answer to our biggest question: What is that new, mysterious "C" button's purpose?
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo-switch-2-c-button-rumor
Regarding new Lenovo tablets, should you pick Lenovo's new Idea Pad Pro or the Yoga Tab Plus? We're here to help you decide.
https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/lenovo-yoga-tab-plus-vs-lenovo-idea-tab-pro