Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials pick better passwords than Gen Z – but they're all still bad
Growing up online doesn't mean knowing how to secure accounts
This couple heats their home using a garden shed data center filled with Raspberry Pi boards – saving a fortune
Their energy bills went from $492 to $52
This microscopic chip turns one beam of light into three – and it could reshape quantum computing
Researchers achieve stable, multi-color light conversion without external tuning or control
Microsoft Office is down to $39 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 $39. All the essential tools you need for work or personal projects at over 80% off the regular price.
Nvidia and AMD could kill some low- to mid-range graphics cards as memory shortage crisis intensifies
You can thank AI for hoarding all the DRAM like it's toilet paper in 2020
Google patches critical Chrome zero-day exploited in active attacks
Google has addressed a high severity vulnerability caused by a type confusion bug in Chrome's V8 JavaScript engine. The flaw is being actively exploited and could allow arbitrary code execution through a malicious webpage. Users are advised to update their browsers immediately.
Microsoft explains how Windows 11 will become an agentic OS whether you like it or not
Separate agent workspaces and agent user accounts, with security as "top priority"
Sundar Pichai says AI boom shows irrational investment, but Google can weather the coming storm
Don't worry, Big Tech has the money to burn
PlayStation Black Friday deals include $100 off PS5 and PS5 Pro consoles
Save up to 75% on select games
Classic 3D Maze screensaver from Windows 95 is now fully playable
For the first time, 3D Maze can be played with most of its original code
Intel Panther Lake APU could take the fight to AMD in handheld gaming PCs
Integrated Arc B380 graphics could power future handhelds
Analogue 3D delivers the most authentic Nintendo 64 experience yet
Analogue's new retro console recreates original Nintendo 64 hardware rather than emulating it, scaling classic titles for modern displays. Reviewers say it feels like a true time machine for purists seeking an authentic experience, though for most the Switch's N64 emulation may already be sufficient.
The Destroyinator is a data deletion monster that can securely wipe up to 60 drives simultaneously at 64 GB/s
Eco-friendly solution for all your data-deletion requirements
Take-Two CEO says gaming is "moving toward PCs," but won't confirm GTA VI on PC yet
Consoles will survive, but PC and mobile are growing faster
Vintage PC parts are getting hit with huge tariffs, even when they're worth almost nothing
A $355 box of retro Apple boards ended up with a $684 tariff
This $24 lifetime AI deal unlocks ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney and more
From text to images to voice, everything AI in one dashboard
Microsoft's new gaming anti-cheat could ping your PC to the cloud every time you boot
Call of Duty also uses Virtualization-based security, Secure Boot, and TPM
Lawsuit claims Krafton boss asked ChatGPT how to dodge $250 million Subnautica 2 bonus payout
ChatGPT can't solve all your problems
The world is running out of yttrium: a little-known rare earth is becoming the newest flashpoint in global tech
Supply chain disruptions threaten aerospace, semiconductor, and energy production worldwide
This AI mimics humans so perfectly it can corrupt public opinion polls and surveys
"We can no longer trust that survey responses are coming from real people"
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GAMING
Survey: more players prefer single-player over multiplayer
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CASUAL GAMING
Netflix doubles down on TV gaming and social play
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NEW SECTION
TechSpot DB for CPUs:Compare, track, and explore
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RYZEN KEEPS WINNING
AMD reaches 33% desktop share as Intel slips again
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BUBBLE TALK
Michael Burry of "The Big Short" shutters fund, says the market makes no sense to him
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WTF
Microsoft says Windows is becoming an agentic OS, but users simply hate the idea
Nvidia's RTX 70 Series, Ranked: From the 2070 to the 5070
We compare six years of Nvidia's RTX 70 series, from the 2070 to the new 5070, to see whether the latest card truly moves forward or simply holds the line in performance and value.
The first microprocessor was not Intel's 4004, it was a secret 8x faster chip inside the F-14 Tomcat
But what is a microprocessor, really?
Classified history: Intel's 4004 has long been celebrated as a milestone in the early history of personal computing. However, decades after its introduction, it's been revealed that an iconic fighter jet used a similar processor that predated Intel's invention and was far more advanced.
Intel Granite Rapids-WS coming for Threadripper 9000WX with up to 86 cores and 336 MB L3 cache
Will it be enough to regain the lead in the high-end desktop market?
Apple puts Mac Pro "on the back burner" as it focuses on faster, cheaper Mac Studio
It may see an upgrade in 2027, but don't hold your breath
A new capture method relies on water and pressure to efficiently trap carbon emissions
Can fizzy water help solve the CO2 emission problem for good?
SilverStone expands retro-inspired PC case line with compact FLP03 design
A mini throwback case
Fans attempt to resurrect Sony's shooter Concord, but lawyers are already shooting off takedowns
Reverse engineering server code is hard, fighting Sony lawyers is likely impossible
This 2TB Crucial T710 Gen 5 SSD is down to $170
The Crucial T710 offers solid performance, a roomy 2TB capacity, and AES-256 encryption enabled by default. It uses a DRAM-less design with HMB support. The 4TB model is also discounted to $364.
Tesla is quietly trying to build US cars with zero China-made parts
Its accelerating its supply chain shift to Mexico and Southeast Asia as tariffs and chip disputes bite
The Huge Plus packs a massive 52mm trackball, 10 buttons, and months of battery life
A compelling option for trackball lovers
Guess who said this in 2004: "Two years from now, (email) spam will be solved"
Who was the tech exec that made this overconfident claim 20 years ago?
Apple could split iPhone releases into premium and budget events
More events = more iPhones
Visual Studio 2026 is now available for download
Microsoft has released Visual Studio 2026, bringing a refreshed Fluent UI, faster performance, and integrated GitHub Copilot AI for assisted coding. The IDE adds full support for .NET 10, C# 14, and C++ 23/26, along with improved diagnostics through the new Profiler Agent.
Survey reveals more players in the US and UK prefer single-player games over multiplayer
There's a major generation gap in preferences
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