You may be owed up to $7,500 from the AT&T data breach settlement
Submit a claim before December 18
AMD drivers may be writing to your SSD hundreds of times, but users (probably) shouldn't worry
AMD has yet to respond to the concerns
Don't expect a Steam Deck 2 until silicon breakthroughs arrive, says Valve
Valve wants more than a 50% gain in performance-per-watt
Microsoft Office is down to $39 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 $39. All the essential tools you need for work or personal projects at over 80% off the regular price.
Streamflation intensifies as Netflix, Disney+, and others continue raising prices
Streaming costs keep climbing as platforms chase profit
Some Rabbit employees say they haven't been paid in months, but R1 maker insists new AI hardware is coming
It's still doing better than Humane
AI Is Eating All the DRAM. DDR5 Prices Just Doubled. GPUs Could Be Next.
Rising DRAM prices are shaking up PC gaming, pushing DDR5 costs higher and threatening GPU pricing next. Here's what this surge means, and whether you should buy a graphics card before prices climb.
Ubisoft pushes its earnings report at the last minute – its stock is already down 47% this year
It could be nothing, or it could be the end of Ubisoft as we know it
Crystal ball: Ubisoft has had a rough few years, which is why the sudden delay of an upcoming fiscal statement has sparked concern about the company's future. It might just be a minor accounting issue, but many are speculating that Tencent may be preparing to finally acquire Ubisoft.
Microsoft releases critical update to fix Windows 10 enrollment issues for extended security updates
Facepalm: Mainstream support for Windows 10 has officially ended, but users can still receive free security updates for one more year. However, some installations will now require a critical servicing update before they can enroll in the extended update plan.
Red Dead Redemption bound for PS5, Switch 2, and Xbox Series, mobile port coming courtesy of Netflix
Revisit an old classic or explore it for the first time
Horizon Steel Frontiers confirmed for PC, Android, and iOS, but no PS5 version planned
Set to release in 2026 or early 2027
OnePlus 15 launches with a massive 7,300 mAh battery
The OnePlus 15 has debuted to strong first reviews, driven largely by the big battery that offers reliable two-day endurance. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (what a name) delivers flagship performance, too, but reviewers note that the cameras are a downgrade compared to last year's model.
Windows 11 now works with 1Password and Bitwarden passkeys, with more to come
Windows is finally letting you use whatever passkey manager you want
Hackers found a way to weaponize CAPTCHA pages, and it's incredibly effective
ClickFix is the terrifyingly simple hack spreading through fake booking links
Enterprise AI shifts toward a balanced cloud, edge, and on-prem mix
The world of enterprise AI is turning hybrid
This $24 lifetime AI deal unlocks ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney and more
From text to images to voice, everything AI in one dashboard
Android won't kill sideloading after all, but new verification rules will make it harder
Google reworks Android developer verification after backlash from open-source communities
DJI Neo 2 drone skips the US as a December nationwide ban looks increasingly likely
A looming audit deadline threatens DJI's US presence
Android PCs could debut soon with older Snapdragon X chips, rumors suggest
Google's PC push may begin with last-gen chips
OpenAI rolls out GPT-5.1 model with upgrades to speed and customization
Eight new style presets mean to enhance conversations
Samsung tri-fold phone leak reveals name, iPad-like screen size, and launch date
About as expensive as you'd imagine
Forward-looking: We know that Samsung's trifold phone is almost here as the company showed it off at an event earlier this month. Now, we have some "confirmed details" about the dual-hinge device, including its huge screen size and a potential price.
This new PC design snaps together like Lego and has zero visible cables
Back to the Future (BTF) 3.0: An ongoing war against cables
Google Photos adds Nano Banana AI for conversational photo editing on your phone
New AI model enables natural language prompts, image transformations, and deep integration with user photo data
Russia's first humanoid robot debuts – and immediately eats the floor
Watch the moment it faceplants
Microsoft says Windows is becoming an agentic OS, but users simply hate the idea
Sounding off: Microsoft has often talked about turning Windows into an agentic OS, despite serious reservations from many quarters. Most Windows users are unhappy with the idea of AI taking greater control of their PCs, and they are once again making it clear to Redmond that they are not on board with the company's plans.
Valve Steam Controller 2, new Steam Machine PC console, and Steam Frame VR coming in early 2026
Pricing yet to be announced, but Valve is focusing on affordability
Google Play will soon penalize Android apps that use too much battery
The excessive partial wake locks metric is out of beta and available to all developers
Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine are licensing their voices to AI
Selling your voice to AI is all right all right all right
Transhumanism "bullshit" is hindering legit neurotech research, experts warn
Tech billionaires can't stop selling immortality
The 2025 Framework Laptop 16 debuts to strong reviews, offers modular GPU upgrade
The Framework Laptop 16 remains the most repairable and upgradable notebook on the market. This year's model introduces a modular GPU option, allowing users to swap in an RTX 5070 for extra performance and future flexibility. While praised for its innovation, price remains steep.
Analogue's Nintendo 64 4K remake finally ships November 18 after repeated delays
The $250 console is already sold out
The Lighthouse lawsuit is Google's boldest move yet against organized cybercrime
The billion dollar phishing business just got too big for email filters
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti drops to $729
With the RTX 50 Super lineup likely delayed, now might be a good time to upgrade your setup. The MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is currently available on Newegg for $729, some $20 below MSRP. The deal also includes Black Friday price protection, ensuring you'll be refunded the difference if the price drops further.
