AMD unveils OpenClaw to run AI agents locally on Ryzen and Radeon hardware
RyzenClaw and RadeonClaw aim to run LLMs and multi-agent workflows on local PCs
Testing AMD FSR 4.1: Sharper Images, But DLSS Still Leads
AMD's upcoming FSR 4.1 update promises clearer detail and less motion blur. We tested the new upscaler against FSR 4 and Nvidia's DLSS 4.5 to see how much image quality has improved.
Survey finds Americans worry about AI data centers, but still want the jobs
Nearly 40% say data centers are bad for the environment and energy costs
Drone strikes halt a third of the world's helium supply, threatening chip production
The outage at Qatar's Ras Laffan facility is testing contingency plans across the chip industry
How to download YouTube videos for offline viewing, including full playlists
Download videos from YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, and more
Pagers and paper maps make a comeback in Moscow as the internet goes dark
No, it's not a retro trend
Nvidia, AMD, and Intel back Microsoft's plan to fix shader compilation stutter
Advanced Shader Delivery is coming to Windows and RTX graphics cards this year
Microsoft Office is down to $35 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without paying any subscriptions, Office 2021 is now available for just $35. All the essential tools you need for work or personal projects at over 80% off the regular price.
New "Zombie ZIP" attack can evade most antivirus scanners
However some experts argue the technique is not a true security flaw
iPhone Fold leaks reveal key specs and a surprisingly competitive price tag
Will foldables finally go mainstream?
Google's Genie 3 AI can generate playable worlds, but they still fall apart after a minute
AI-generated game worlds are still highly experimental
Gaming Slop: Google recently showcased updates to its Genie 3 platform, offering another glimpse at how AI might one day generate interactive worlds on the fly. The technology is advancing, but a key challenge remains: maintaining world consistency. For now, the model can only sustain coherent environments for short bursts before scenes begin to unravel, keeping the technology far from reliable enough for use in a professional game development workflow.
Meta's massive undersea cable project delayed in Persian Gulf as Iran conflict escalates
Contractor ASN says it can no longer operate safely in the region
Adobe CEO to step down after 18 years as investors question the company's next act
The departure plan for Shantanu Narayen comes amid the shift toward AI-powered creative tools
HP's ink-blocking firmware may violate new global sustainability rules
The latest firmware broadens Dynamic Security as new EPEAT rules ban cartridge blocking
Europe's PEGI will raise age ratings for games with loot boxes and microtransactions
EA Sports FC is about to lose its PEGI-3 rating
In context: Regulators and lawmakers have scrutinized loot boxes in popular video games for years, most recently accusing Valve of illegal gambling in Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Team Fortress 2. The latest move by European age rating boards has been to assign higher, more informative ratings for games that feature loot boxes and other controversial live-service gameplay elements.
MacBook Neo teardown reveals Apple's most repair-friendly laptop in years
Apple's new budget laptop replaces glued batteries and bundled components with screws, modular parts, and lower repair pricing
Downloaded a malware-infected Steam game? The FBI wants to hear from you
The investigation covers compromised Steam games downloaded between 2024 and 2026
Firefox 115 ESR is keeping Windows 7 support alive a little longer
Mozilla is once again extending support for the ancient OS
Honda scraps three US-built EVs only months ahead of launch, takes $15.7 billion hit
The 0 SUV, 0 Saloon, and Acura RSX are gone before production begins
Google Maps gets conversational with Gemini-powered "Ask Maps"
Maps overhaul can interpret user queries about timing, preferences, and location - introduces immersive 3D navigation
DR-DOS is coming back from the dead, rebuilt from scratch in pure assembly
No legacy or open source code was hurt to honor the legacy of Gary Kildall
Oracle prepares new round of layoffs while doubling down on AI infrastructure
A $2.1 billion restructuring budget signals deeper workforce cuts
Game devs cash in: Nearly 6,000 Steam games earned over $100,000 last year
Steam also hit a record 42 million peak "concurrent users" this year
Samsung's glasses-free 3D gaming monitor is getting more games
Eye-tracking and view-mapping tech deliver no-glasses 3D effect in up to 60 games now
Valve says its loot boxes are more like trading cards than gambling
Valve prepares legal fight as New York calls Counter-Strike loot boxes illegal gambling
Need a fresh start? This Windows 11 ISO download makes clean installs easy
The Windows 11 ISO gives you full control over clean installs, repairs, and offline upgrades
It's come to this: V-Color to launch 1+1 DDR5 value pack with one RAM stick and one filler module
This is the world we now live in
Valve details performance targets for Steam Machine and Steam Frame
Steam Machine-verified games must maintain 30fps at 1080p
Fortnite "Save the World" mode will return as a free-to-play game in 2026
Epic is resurrecting Fortnite's original vision
Cybertruck owner sues Tesla over FSD crash, claims keeping Elon Musk as CEO was negligent
The case argues Musk's leadership helped create the conditions for the crash
Hisense TVs caught showing non-skippable ads when changing inputs or channels
Reports suggest a hidden global rollout despite the company claiming a "limited test"
Windows 11 "Xbox Mode" UI coming to all PCs in April
New features coming to DirectX, and DirectStorage is back
These Wall-E-like robots are making Texas sidewalks safer
The robots check sidewalks for ADA compliance
OS/2 isn't dead: ArcaOS update brings the 1980s-era OS to modern UEFI PCs
The spirit of OS/2 lives on with support for both vintage and modern PCs