Google quietly removes AI-powered health search tool that surfaced medical advice from online forums
Google says the decision was part of a broader search simplification, not a safety issue
Hacker unveils exploit that cracks the "unbreakable" Xbox One at the silicon level
The technique hijacks the console's boot process and bypasses Microsoft's security architecture
Grandmother spent six months in jail after AI facial recognition misidentified her
She lost her home, car, and dog after police trusted facial recognition over basic evidence
Nvidia's next AI chip may move beyond the all-purpose GPU
The company is reportedly building a specialized chip for AI inference
How to download YouTube videos for offline viewing, including full playlists
Download videos from YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, and more
Pokémon Go's AR data has been turned into centimeter-accurate navigation for delivery robots
Connecting the dots: Pokémon Go's global AR craze is now steering something far more prosaic than virtual Pikachu: real delivery robots trying to find the right doorway on a crowded city block. The same location data and street-level imagery that once anchored monsters to sidewalks and plazas have been repurposed by Niantic. Coco Robotics is now using that technology to guide its sidewalk bots through dense urban areas where GPS alone is too unreliable to keep them on course.
Gig workers are getting paid to film their daily chores to train robots
Teaching robots how to be human
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.
GPS is getting jammed in the Strait of Hormuz, and ships are appearing in circles
The interference is disrupting navigation in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes
HandBrake remains the go-to free encoder for compressing and converting video
HandBrake is one of the most popular free video tools around, offering a powerful way to convert and compress video files. The open-source transcoder supports Windows, macOS, and Linux and can convert almost any video format into widely compatible codecs like H.264, H.265, AV1, MP4, or MKV.
This $155 ESP32-powered DIY drone can hit 67 mph
A low-cost microcontroller and a 3D-printed frame can push a quadcopter to high speeds
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
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
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.
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STREAMING ADS
YouTube expands unskippable ads to TVs after $40 billion revenue year
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IT’S COME TO THIS
DDR5 kit ships with one RAM stick and one dummy filler
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OLD SCHOOL
Both OS/2 and DR-DOS are coming back from the dead
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FUTUROLOGY
That Doom-running, human brain cell-powered computer is headed for data centers
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GDC 2026
Next-gen Xbox sounds a lot like a PC with an Xbox UI and AMD's FSR Diamond
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Crimson Desert hits 4K 60fps at ultra settings, RT, and no upscaling on a 9070 XT or 5070 Ti
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
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