Apple turns 50 with a legacy of reinventing the personal computer

Through the looking glass: Apple turned 50 this week as a multi-trillion-dollar platform company built around the iPhone, the most successful product ever made, along with laptops, tablets, smartwatches, audio gear, and a multitude of digital services. But it all began as a bare circuit board passed around a hobbyist club in Silicon Valley. Across those five decades, Apple has repeatedly redefined what a personal computer looks like, from beige boxes and Bondi Blue CRTs to fanless ultraportables and super powerful handhelds.

Sony's upcoming handheld could outperform Xbox Series S with next-gen upscaling

Google offers researchers early access to Willow quantum processor

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.

US government hires BlackSky to build next-gen AI surveillance satellites for Earth and beyond

Linux gaming levels up as CachyOS beats Windows 11 in head-to-head tests

Looking ahead: For years, Linux gaming has lived in the shadow of Windows. But recent benchmarks suggest that balance may be shifting. In a comparison spanning more than 10 blockbuster titles, the Arch-based Linux distribution CachyOS frequently outperformed Windows, even in games without native Linux support.

AirPods Max 2 reviewed: premium sound, top-tier ANC, same high price

Google Drive can now detect ransomware and roll back your files

For a limited time, grab a Windows 11 Pro license for $12

A paralyzed musician is using a brain implant to create music

Anthropic accidentally exposed Claude Code source, raising security concerns