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
How to download YouTube videos for offline viewing, including full playlists
Download videos from YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, and more
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
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.
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
Steam delivered 100 exabytes of data last year, about 274 petabytes per day
The platform's data traffic has grown roughly 30% each year since 2020
Intel launches Bartlett Lake CPUs with all P-cores for embedded applications
The 11-SKU lineup targets robotics, automation, and 5G edge deployments with predictable timing
Oversight Board urges Meta to toughen rules on AI-generated content and deepfakes
The board wants clearer rules, broader labels, and stronger detection
Apple could expand lineup to offer "Ultra" versions of iPhone, MacBook, and AirPods
A foldable iPhone, touchscreen MacBook, and AI-powered AirPods could headline the push
One in four CEOs say AI is a bubble but will continue investing
One in five CEOs also expect job cuts this year
Solar-powered laptops are back, and this one is built for the field
Oukitel's RG14-P solar-charging laptop aims for off-grid productivity
Stop the Slop: 8 Tools That Clean Up Windows 11
If Windows 11 feels cluttered with AI features, ads, and background services, these popular free tools help strip out the bloat, disable telemetry, and give you more control over the OS.
Battlefield 6's biggest launch ever couldn't stop EA from cutting staff
Layoffs hit Criterion, DICE, Ripple Effect, and Motive as EA reshapes its live-service shooter
Satya Nadella denies Xbox death rumors, insists Microsoft is "long on gaming"
The next Xbox may still revolve around AI and PC-style hardware
YouTuber built a car powered by 500 discarded vapes, and drove it 18 miles
The takeaway: A small car parked in a rainy British driveway might seem an unlikely place for a battery revolution. Yet that's where engineer and YouTuber Chris Doel has built the world's first vape-powered vehicle – a working proof of concept that challenges both the limits of lithium-ion recycling and society's growing mountain of electronic waste.
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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
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APPLE SILICON
Apple M5 chips introduce a new "super core" tier
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EPIC V GOOGLE
Tim Sweeney can't criticize Google Play policies until 2032
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SOFTWARE
Google will start shipping a new Chrome version every 2 weeks
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PROJECT HELIX
Next-gen Xbox will run both Xbox and PC games
iPad Air M4 gets reviewed: More RAM, faster chip, same price
The iPad Air M4 may still be the best tablet for most people. For the same price as before, you get bumped to the M4 chip, 12GB of RAM, and Wi-Fi 7, making Apple's mid-range tablet faster and more capable. Reviewers say the Air offers much of the power and capability of the iPad Pro at a more accessible price.
United Airlines may now remove passengers who play audio without headphones
Inconsiderate behavior should not be tolerated
iPhone 17e reviews: two key upgrades refine Apple's entry-level formula
Early reviews of the iPhone 17e describe it as a solid refinement of Apple's $599 phone. Powered by the A19 chip with 256GB of storage, and the long-awaited addition of MagSafe. While some reviewers say it's still a bit pricey, most agree the 17e delivers a no-frills entry point into the Apple ecosystem.
Prototype 3D printer uses throttled ASICs to mine Bitcoin and heat the printing bed
The prototype uses its print bed as a heatsink instead of wasting ASIC heat
Uber expands female driver preferences in the US following safety concerns
Giving women more control over who they ride with
Valve insists Steam Machine launch is still on track for this year
Company updates earlier post to confirm all three new devices will ship in 2026
This startup wants to build data centers inside floating offshore wind platforms
The design combines offshore wind, seawater cooling, and built-in space for servers
VPN downloads surge in Australia after age checks hit porn sites, online games, and social media
The new rules affect everything from GTA Online to Pornhub
Here are the 15 products Apple just discontinued as new iPhones, iPads, and Macs arrive
Out with the old, in with the new
Experimental lithium-metal battery delivers 700 Wh/kg and works in extreme cold
New electrolyte maintains high performance even at -50 °C
Nintendo sues the US government over "unlawful" Trump-era tariffs
Dozens of companies are suing for nearly $200 billion in tariff refunds, with interest
The MacBook Neo is a $500 Wake-Up Call for the Entire PC Industry
Apple's $599 MacBook Neo isn't for you. But it might be the most important laptop announcement in years - and the budget Windows market should be paying close attention.
Mozilla says Claude AI uncovered over 100 Firefox bugs in just two weeks, including 14 high-severity flaws
Apparently AI can accelerate both attacks and defenses in computer security
Modder turns a PS5 into a Linux Steam Machine, runs GTA V with ray tracing
Full exploit chain lets the console boot a custom Linux kernel
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