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
YouTube expands unskippable 30-second ads to TVs after $40 billion revenue year
Connected TVs become YouTube's next major ad battleground
How to download YouTube videos for offline viewing, including full playlists
Download videos from YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, and more
Google brings new PC-focused features to the Play Store, including buy once, play anywhere
Cross-buy, PC game sales, and trials headline the update
DLSS vs FSR vs XeSS: Game Support Across 650+ Titles
We analyze over 650 PC games to compare DLSS, FSR, and XeSS support to reveal how far Nvidia, AMD, and Intel really are from each other in upscaling and frame generation adoption.
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.
Intel launches Core Ultra 270K Plus and 250K Plus to revive its desktop gaming push
Intel bets on efficiency cores and software tricks with Arrow Lake Refresh
The big picture: Intel is looking to repair its desktop reputation not with another halo chip, but with two aggressively priced Arrow Lake Refresh parts that lean on extra efficiency cores, faster memory, and a new optimization layer that means to squeeze more gaming and productivity performance out of essentially familiar silicon.
Next-gen Xbox sounds a lot like a PC with an Xbox UI and AMD's FSR Diamond
Microsoft and AMD outline AI-driven graphics tech, including FSR Diamond and major ray tracing gains
A microscope reveals the ghost of analog video hidden inside a LaserDisc
A YouTuber's optical experiment turns forgotten media into a lesson in photonic engineering
The big picture: When retro tech obsessive Shelby Jueden pointed a low-cost digital microscope at a decades-old LaserDisc, he didn't just see reflections of light – he uncovered the physical trace of analog video itself. His experiment shows how the LaserDisc's 1970s-era analog encoding can still reveal faint traces of recorded video, illustrating how optical media once stored motion pictures before digital formats arrived.
Asus co-CEO calls MacBook Neo a "shock" to the Windows PC industry
Could the Neo be one of Apple's smartest hardware plays yet?
Tech hiring evolves as candidates ask for AI compute alongside pay and perks
Engineers want to know how much GPU and inference capacity they will get on the job
Galaxy S26 Ultra reviewed: Better cameras, Privacy Display, same price
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is Samsung refining rather than reinventing its flagship formula. Reviewers are positive about the excellent cameras, a Snapdragon processor that benchmarks neck-and-neck with Apple's latest, and the standout Privacy Display. Faster charging, improved low-light photography, and Super Steady video round out an update that moves the needle without raising the price.
Oracle is spending billions on AI data centers as cash flow turns negative
Meanwhile, Wall Street is happy thanks to the company's latest quarterly results on cloud revenue
A foreign hacker unknowingly breached FBI servers tied to the Epstein investigation
The intruder reportedly believed the files were illegal content and warned the server owner
This gaming mouse splits in two and becomes a Joy-Con-style controller
The Pixelpaw Phase comes with a hefty price tag though
Inspector general investigates claim DOGE engineer copied Social Security databases to thumb drive
Complaint centers on two tightly restricted SSA databases covering more than 500 million records
DIY chip lab turns backyard shed into Class 100 cleanroom with custom lithography system
The lab uses laminar airflow and positive pressure to control contamination
Nexperia China begins making its own chips after split with Dutch parent
Small-batch production of power and protection chips begins using 12-inch wafers
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THE WEB
VPNs surge in Australia after age checks hit porn, online games, and social
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CULTURE
United Airlines may now remove passengers who play audio without headphones
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RESEARCH
Experimental lithium-metal battery delivers 700 Wh/kg and works in extreme cold
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PC GAMING
Valve insists Steam Machine is still on track for this year
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CAR TECH
BYD showcases EV battery with ultra-fast 9 minute recharging
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SUPER THIN
TCL unveils 4K 240Hz OLED monitor that's just 6.4mm thick
Crimson Desert hits 4K 60fps with ultra settings, ray tracing, and no upscaling on a Radeon 9070 XT or GeForce 5070 Ti
Mac, console, and handheld PC performance specs also revealed
Something to look forward to: Developer Pearl Abyss has spent six years showcasing screenshots and videos from its upcoming open-world fantasy game, Crimson Desert, which many suspect are too good to be true. With the game's launch just over a week away following repeated delays, newly published full technical spec sheets indicate performance metrics just as ambitious as the game.
Intel rolls out XeSS 3.0 with multi-frame generation, but it's still locked to Windows
Smoother motion and sharper visuals, but native Linux support remains off the table
That Doom-running, human brain cell-powered computer is headed for data centers
What just happened? Following news that its human brain cell-powered computer can run Doom, Australian biotech startup Cortical Labs has announced it is working on two small data centers running on the same technology.
Court says continued use of tracking app counts as consent, even if users never read the new TOS
Even though the TOS amendment wound up in a spam-folder, it is still valid in Tile stalking suit
Tech worker confidence falls faster than any other industry, survey finds
Fears over layoffs and automation are dragging confidence down
Nvidia GDC 2026 roundup: More path-traced games, DLSS 4.5 debut titles, and RTX mega foliage
Path tracing comes to 007 First Light, Control Resonant, Quake III... and Mirror's Edge
In brief: Nvidia is using this year's Game Developers Conference to outline the full launch of DLSS 4.5, add five upcoming games to its list of titles supporting path tracing, and offer an early glimpse at RTX Mega Geometry foliage. The company also provided an update on RTX Remix, highlighting this week's launch of a path-traced version of Quake III Arena.
Laptops could soon cost 40% more, and you already know why
CPUs can now be added to the growing list of components affected by the AI frenzy
Apple now assembles a quarter of iPhones in India, signaling major supply chain shift
India is becoming key iPhone hub as Apple moves more production from China
Arduino Ventuno Q marks Qualcomm's entry into offline AI and robotics
Has the premature death of Arduino's open source ecosystem been greatly exaggerated?
Hackers are selling a critical Windows zero-day exploit for $220,000 on the dark web
Another day, another Windows zero-day being exploited in the wild
Early reviews say the MacBook Neo redefines the budget laptop
Apple's $599 MacBook Neo arrives with a premium aluminum build, bright display, solid A18 Pro performance, and battery life that punches well above its price. Reviewers largely agree it resets expectations for what a budget laptop can be, despite the evident trade-offs that remind you how Apple kept costs down. Don't miss our editorial on the Neo for insight into the industry implications beyond the device itself.
Electric air taxis will enter US skies this summer under FAA pilot
eVTOLs prepare for real-world trials across eight states
Forward-looking: The next major revolution in aviation may not happen at 35,000 feet, but a few hundred feet above city streets. This June, a new class of aircraft – electric and hybrid models capable of taking off vertically like helicopters but flying like airplanes – will begin limited operations under a federal pilot program in selected parts of US airspace.
Sonos unveils two new speakers: the portable Play and cheaper Era 100 SL
The Play sits between the Roam 2 and Move 2, while the Era 100 SL drops the mic
Students are learning to write for AI detectors, not for humans
AI checkers wanted less cheating, but they got blander writing instead
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