Twitch finally gives streamers an AI training opt-out after Amazon quietly used their content for years
The platform admits almost nobody would agree to the training if users had to opt in
4GB vs. 8GB VRAM: The 1080p Benchmark
AMD is launching a 4GB GPU in 2026, so we revisited the Radeon RX 6500 XT to see how 4GB and 8GB versions compare in modern games. The results are predictably ugly.
Google unveils Pixel 11 series featuring Tensor G6 SoC, Titan M3 security chip, and Android 17, starting at $899
Pixel 11 Pro's new glowing ring shows you when Gemini is active
First look: Google's Pixel 11 series marks the company's most aggressive AI play yet, pairing a new 2nm Tensor G6 chip with deeper on-device Gemini integration across all four models – Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. It's also the first Pixel generation to drop Samsung's Exynos modem in favor of MediaTek, a move aimed squarely at years of connectivity and heat complaints. Pricing starts at $899 for the base Pixel 11, climbing to $1,099 for the Pro and $1,299 for the Pro XL.
Microsoft Office is down to $29 for a lifetime license
TL;DR: If you're looking for a powerful productivity suite without paying for any monthly subscriptions, Office 2021 is now available for just $29. All the essentials you need for work or personal projects at 80% off the regular price.
AMD's TPM implementation includes two high-severity flaws, but fixes have been available since May
TPM was supposed to prevent these types of issues
Google to build three new subsea cables connecting Chile, Panama, and the Caribbean
The buildout connects directly to Google Cloud regions in Chile, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, South Carolina, and Virginia
ShareX is a powerful screenshot tool that can do a lot more
ShareX combines screenshots, screen recording, GIF creation, annotation, and file sharing in one highly customizable app. It's lightweight and packed with useful shortcuts. ShareX is Windows-only, but you can find more great alternatives in our recently updated Essential Apps feature.
Google's $29 Pixel Tag helps you keep track of your valuables
Compatible with Google's Find Hub network of over a billion Android devices
How to use a vocal remover to strip vocals from any song for free
LALAL.AI turns any track into an instant instrumental in just a few clicks
Scientists found a way to generate quantum entanglement using sunlight, not lasers
The sunlight-generated photon pairs achieved 94% fidelity with a perfectly entangled state
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I Gamed on a 4GB GPU in 2026: AMD is Repeating its Worst Radeon Mistake
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Essential Apps to Install on Windows and macOS
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Absurd GPU Pricing Update: Mid-2026 Edition
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The Best 4K Gaming Monitors: OLED Leads, LCD Fights Back
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The AMD Radeon Settings You Should Actually Be Using
NYC could force Amazon and FedEx to directly employ its delivery drivers
Amazon is threatening to move out of New York if the bill passes
Modders give the Steam Machine a Radeon eGPU and water cooling, because why not
Water block lowers temperatures by up to 30°C
The "Godmother of AI" says the biggest AI risk in schools isn't cheating – it's students losing the desire to learn
Fei-Fei Li warns overreliance on AI could erode students' motivation, agency, and ability to think for themselves
Chrome's new security feature could make stolen session cookies virtually useless
Hardware-backed keys strengthen web sessions
A four-year-old budget CPU is outselling AMD's best gaming chip in some markets
AMD marketing director's tweet inadvertently shows how distorted the CPU market is
The latest Microsoft Office 2024 Pro suite is now $55 in this limited-time deal
Unlock your productivity with the latest versions of Word, Excel, and Outlook
Tesla knew some of its headlights were twice as bright as legally allowed, now it's recalling 20,000 vehicles
NHTSA rejected Tesla's claim that the excessively bright lights posed no meaningful safety risk
A years-long investigation just unmasked a major torrent pirate, the how remains unclear
The 56-year-old is accused of seeding nearly 1,000 NHK recordings
FBI warns hackers are breaking into social media accounts to steal and sell users' nude photos
Stolen images are often sold alongside victims' personal information
Samsung Odyssey G80HS 32" Review: Going 6K
Samsung's Odyssey G80HS combines a razor-sharp 6K 165Hz display with a 3K 330Hz dual mode, promising the best of productivity and gaming, but its hefty sticker price comes with compromises.
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The FAA is using Fortnite ads to recruit air traffic controllers
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Hydrogen 1,600-hp car takes aim at multiple speed records
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Workers at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta say AI is making their jobs harder, not easier
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GTA 6's $80 price is a "bargain," says Take-Two CEO
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Farmer trusted AI after it gave good advice, then it helped wipe out 25 acres of his crops
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Google is testing a new homepage that buries search for AI
Elon Musk says every future Tesla will have Starlink, starting with the Cybercab
The Cybercab uses Starlink's new V5 dish, capable of download speeds over 375 Mbps
Amazon's new Texas data center could become the single largest polluter in the US
The facility could release up to 33 million tons of CO2 a year, rivaling Switzerland and Ireland
A hot potato: A proposed Amazon data center in Texas has sparked concerns that its massive on-site power plant could become the single-largest source of pollution in the US, threatening to affect local communities, farmland, and small businesses. The facility is planned for Pecos County as part of Amazon's growing push into AI and cloud services.
Windows 11's latest update quietly ends support for picture passwords
The change affects both Windows 10 and Windows 11, but only for new enrollments
License plate readers can now track your phone too, thanks to new surveillance tech
SignalTrace says it doesn't identify people, but experts say that claim doesn't hold up
The FCC approved "space mirrors" that experts say could blind stargazers and disrupt wildlife
A startup wants 50,000 mirrors in orbit, but risks are being ignored
Workers at OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta say AI is making their jobs harder, not easier
Current and former employees report 90-hour weeks during AI sprints
SteamOS 3.8.25 beta expands controller and handheld support
SteamOS continues Valve's push to expand the OS beyond the Steam Deck, improving support for third-party handhelds and adding compatibility with new controller hardware. The update also brings a newer Linux kernel and a range of fixes for HDMI, Wi-Fi, audio, and sleep.
The FAA used Fortnite ads to recruit air traffic controllers, and just had its best hiring year yet
Officials say gaming develops many of the skills needed to manage crowded skies
Microsoft raises Windows OEM fees for PC makers by 7% to 10%
The higher fees come as manufacturers grapple with rising memory and component costs
Modders are trying to bring Game Pass and Xbox games to Mac and Linux
Game Pass could come to MacBooks and Steam Decks
Google is testing a new homepage that buries the search button for AI
The redesign adds "Create images," "Ask about files," and "Brainstorm" as new default options
Take-Two says GTA 6's $80 price is a "bargain" because Rockstar delivers "way more value" than it charges
The $100 Ultimate Edition is outselling the standard version, apparently
Lenovo's leaked ThinkBook shows a rollable OLED display that expands horizontally
Project Swan means to bring rollable displays to office laptops now
This $60 Aliens Switch game becomes unplayable as servers shut down, with no refunds offered
Owners are being offered a discount on the Switch 2 version instead
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