You can save $350 on the latest Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 ahead of Black Friday
Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed is launching day one on Blizzard Entertainment's PC storefront Battle.net.
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Blizzard have just announced a bunch of new updates to tempt back old players, from Welcome Back packs to boos characters and a chance to try the Spiritborn without purchasing Vessel of Hatred.
The highly anticipated survival horror shooter STALKER 2 sounds like it'll be huge, but is it technically an open world game? Here's what GSC says.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/will-stalker-2-be-fully-open-world
Black Friday is a fantastic time to shop for discounted laptops, but you don’t have to wait until the main event to take advantage of those deals. If you’re looking to get a jump start on your holiday shopping, you’re in luck — the early deals are already here. Whether you’re in the market for a blazing-fast gaming machine or an everyday Chromebook with great battery
Black Friday is a great time for monitor deals. Whether you’re into watching movies or competitive gaming, a good monitor can make a huge difference. And you don’t have to wait until Black Friday proper to scoop up those delicious deals, either: The early sales are already here!
Choosing the right monitor specs can be downright stressful. From the various r
Moore Threads turns into a joint stock company ahead of a possible IPO.
Did you think Teenage Engineering would go another entire year without dropping something both absurdly cool and outrageously expensive? Think again. The company just announced the long-rumored OP-XY groovebox. It looks like an OP-1 Field, b
Amazon and PBS have entered a partnership that will bring content from the public media operation to Prime Video. More than 150 local PBS channels and the PBS Kids Channel will launch as a free ad-supported TV (or FAST) offering on Prime Video over the coming months. The press release from PBS noted that this is the first time
Nintendo just dropped details on its various Black Friday promotions, all of which go live on November 24 and end on November 30. These include fai
Whether you’re playing on the original Nintendo Switch, the sleek handheld-only Switch Lite or the upgraded OLED model with its stunning display, you’re in for a gaming experience that’s versatile, immersive and downright fun. The beauty of the Switch lineup is that, despite having different models, all games are compatible across the board. So no matter which version you own, you’ll have access to the entire library of games without worrying about what works on which console. This flexibilit
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If you’re responsible in some way for a digital product or system, you should be doing usability testing — whatever your sector, industry or role. https://webdesignernews.com/usability-testing-the-complete-guide/
I’ve a hypothesis that something like these Agents will be how we build software in the future, so as I build these apps I try to never adjust the output, I want to see how far that I can get with the machine creating all the code and so see how far away we are from this future. https://webdesignernews.com/will-we-care-about-frameworks-in-the-future/
The overflow CSS property is common when building a website. It’s used for different purposes https://webdesignernews.com/learn-how-overflow-clip-works-in-css/
Writing that feels pretty wild. Making Framer Motion has been the best job of my life. To do so for six years within the best product team in the world, both a massive learning experience and a privilege. https://webdesignernews.com/framer-motion-evolves-say-hello-to-motion/
Bluesky, the popular X alternative, appeared to be down or lagging for thousands of users on Thursday morning, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.
More than 2,000 users reported issues with the site just before 9 a.m. PST. Bluesky developer Samuel Newman shared on the platform that the “site is in read-only mode for a sec because something fell over, hold tight!”
WordPress Security Plugin flaw allows hackers to gain administrator access without login authentication
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Google Maps introduces product search with real-time inventory, helping shoppers find items in stock at nearby stores.
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Roku's ultracompact Steambar SE costs less than $80 and is a nice upgrade over most built-in TV speakers -- and it's a 4K Roku video streamer to boot. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-was-surprised-by-how-good-this-cheap-streaming-soundbar-sounded/#ftag=CADf328eec
Recycling takeout containers properly requires know-how. Here's what an expert told us about disposing of pizza boxes, Chinese containers, aluminum tins and other popular food vessels. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/can-you-recycle-pizza-boxes-we-asked-an-expert-to-explain/#ftag=CADf328eec
Time's running out on APYs up to 4.75%. Here's where you can still score a great rate. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/cd-rates-today-nov-14-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
The vision for laundry-folding robots is far from new. Could it be different this time? https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/laundry-folding-robotics-company-attracts-400m-from-jeff-bezos-and-openai/#ftag=CADf328eec
The only thing our reviewer didn't like about these uniquely designed Bose earbuds was the price, and right now they're $50 off. https://www.cnet.com/deals/these-bose-ultra-earbuds-are-back-to-their-lowest-price-ever-ahead-of-black-friday/#ftag=CADf328eec
This budget Android phone just became even cheaper with a sale that drops the price back down to its record low of $300. https://www.cnet.com/deals/the-samsung-galaxy-a35-is-back-to-an-all-time-low-price-ahead-of-black-friday/#ftag=CADf328eec
Zuckerberg croons to his wife in a song that's available on Spotify. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mark-zuckerberg-brings-the-z-pain-with-get-low-cover-for-wife-priscilla-chan/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't worry, you can still grow your holiday fund -- even if you haven't started saving yet. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/need-more-money-for-the-holidays-heres-how-to-get-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you can't settle on a security cam, I've found that Arlo's latest Essential camera does it all for under $100. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-arlo-security-cam-gives-me-premium-features-while-staying-cheap/#ftag=CADf328eec
If melatonin has been leaving you feeling foggy the next morning, check out our top choices for all-natural sleep aids. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/dump-your-melatonin-switch-to-these-7-all-natural-sleep-aids-instead/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how to watch the sci-fi show from anywhere. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/when-to-stream-silo-season-2-on-apple-tv-plus/#ftag=CADf328eec
With the Warzone and Black Ops 6 Season 1 update launching nearly three hours early, here's what you need to know about the patch, including its file size and all of the new maps, modes and weapons. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-and-warzone-season-1-is-live-now/#ftag=CADf328eec
You have more home battery options than just the Tesla Powerwall, but know these things before buying. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/the-5-most-important-things-to-look-for-in-a-home-battery/#ftag=CADf328eec
The tech titan could receive more favorable treatment from the FCC under a Republican administration. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/how-trumps-election-victory-could-favor-musks-starlink/#ftag=CADf328eec
Black Friday might still be two weeks away, but retailers like Walmart are already rolling out hot deals just like this. https://www.cnet.com/deals/take-almost-300-off-this-hp-chromebook-at-walmart-just-before-black-friday/#ftag=CADf328eec
Making fried chicken the old-fashioned way is a messy affair that results in a decidedly unhealthy meal. I tried a cleaner, healthier method to see how it compares. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/is-air-fryer-fried-chicken-as-good-as-the-real-thing-i-made-some-to-find-out/#ftag=CADf328eec
100+ sports modes & fitness tracker. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/smartwatch-for-android-iphone-dpnl/#ftag=CADf328eec
Fitbit may soon be adding some more strings to its sleep analysis bow.
With 279,300 EVs set to come off lease in the US by 2026, it's set to be a buyer's market for affordable, used electric vehicles.
Prime Video could be getting a great tool for watching sports streams: multiview.
American Associated Pharmacies has not yet confirmed the attack, but the hackers claim it paid up.
Netflix has reportedly renewed Selling Sunset for a ninth season.
Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster is the latest game to receive PlayStation 5 Pro support.
Bluesky Social has gathered millions of new users since the US election – if Musk’s political appointments are putting you off Twitter, here’s the easiest way to join them.
ChatGPT has made the Windows app free for all users, and updated its Mac app, too.
SWS uses silver halide emulsion for tamper-proof data preservation
See the best Dell Black Friday deals of 2024
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The Wall Street Journal's Joanna Stern audaciously brought OpenAI's ChatGPT, Meta AI, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot to a 24-hour excursion in the woods. Here's how it went.
The Razer USB4 Dock is official, and it costs less than Razer's Thunderbolt 4 dock while costing less, while also having a dedicated port for your wireless dongle.
https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/razer-usb4-dock-announcement
The Microsoft Store just launched its Instant Games experience that lets you play roughly 70 games without having to download or install them.
Microsoft's new Xbox ad emphasizes all the different devices that can be used as an Xbox, such as a Samsung TV or a Meta Quest 3 headset.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/this-is-an-xbox-new-ad
OpenAI will reportedly ship an AI agent called Operator in January 2025. The AI agent is designed to control computers and perform redundant tasks autonomously.
We absolutely love seeing early Black Friday gaming laptop deals, but even then our jaws dropped when we spotted this one: a superb Asus TUF 15 config for just $1,000 at Best Buy. That’s a $400 discou
AMD may already have won this generation of desktop processors. But the company is convinced that you should also be turning to Ryzen processors for mobile gaming, as a series of AMD’s own benchmarks show the Ryzen AI 300 absolutely dominating.
Intel still keeps close ties with the German government despite putting its Magdeburg fab on hold.
Corsair's H100i RGB 240mm AIO liquid CPU cooler with iCUE link is at its lowest-ever price ahead of Black Friday.
Two user reports show burned Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs on MSI MAG X870 Tomahawk motherboards.
Intel has quietly removed the DLVR bypass "Power Gate" mode for Arrow Lake CPUs in its latest 0x112 microcode.
GOG launches a dedicated "Preservation Program" to keep PC classics playable and accessible on modern hardware.
TSMC's Fab 21 opening ceremony in Arizona is rumored to be delayed to January and unlikely to be attended by two U.S. presidents.
The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) has been spotted in the wild. This unannounced space-optimized version of the Pi 5 is apparently on show at the Electronica 2024 show in Munich.
SymfonyOnline January 2025 is coming up soon, running on January 16-17, and it’s going to be a great two-day online conference! Get ready for top-notch insights, inspiring schedule & speakers, and countless chances to elevate your Symfony skills… https://symfony.com/blog/symfonyonline-january-2025-is-coming-up-soon-join-us-online?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed
Got a PlayStation 5 but not sure what to play next? With the massive library available, it’s easy to get a little lost scrolling through titles. From award-winning adventures to intense action RPG experiences, there’s a world of incredible games to explore. You’ve got options across every genre, whether you’re into fast-paced shooters, immersive stories that will suck you in for hours, like Elden Ring, or epic multiplayer challenges. And let’s not forget those exclusive gems that make the PS5
Many Dads aren’t known for being forthright about what exactly they want for the holidays. (No, “peace and quiet” is not an acceptable answer in this case.) If you’re shopping for a father who likes gadgets but you aren’t sure what to get, let us help jog your brain. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite gift ideas for the typical dad below, with everything from VR headsets and gaming handhelds to toolkits and meat thermometers.
When reality becomes stranger than satire, maybe the satirists can teach us something. The Onion confirmed on Thursday that its parent company bought Infowars, the disgraced
Anker makes a lot of our favorite charging gear, not only because their products tend to perform quite well, but also because there are options for all kinds of budgets. Black Friday tech deals can present good opportunities to get some of Anker's more expensive gear for less, and we're already starting to see solid Black Friday Anker deals. For example, the
Amazon has already started to mark down its in-house made gear for Black Friday, and some of the best deals so far are on its streaming devices. The
The 2024 iMac looks the same as ever, but there’s an update that promises to dramatically transform the lineup. It’s not the M4 processor, though that’s nice. No, I’m talking about the boost in base memory that finally lifts the entry-level models from a deplorable 8GB to 16GB. That, along with the new chips, promises to finally make the
November is in full swing, which means Black Friday is right around the corner. But the days in which you had to wait for Black Friday proper to get good deals have long been behind us. The holiday shopping season is effectively the entire month of November now, with early Black Friday deals already popping up across the web (and in some stores). We’re starting to see deep discounts on a bunch of your favorite tech
Amazon just unveiled a new line of Fire TVs, just ahead of Thanksgiving and, more importantly, Black Friday. The Fire TV Omni Mini-LED series is being advertised as “the most powerful and innovative Amazon-built TV yet.” Let’s take a look at some specs.
These TVs all include QLED Mini-LED panels that deliver up to 1,400 nits of peak brightness and up to 1,344 dimmi
You don't have to look too hard to find early Black Friday deals on Apple devices. For one thing, the
If you're looking to treat yourself or a loved one to a new laptop without breaking the bank, there are plenty of early Black Friday deals worth considering. Even better, there's a discount on what we reckon is the
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has started the process of placing Google under federal supervision, an action which could create new standards for how the federal government can oversee big tech if the effort is successful. Falling under the CFPB's supervision would subject Google to regular inspections and scrutiny, although the exact aims of the department's efforts have not been fully disclosed. However, it has been an ongoing project for some time, as sources told
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