How BYD engineered breakthrough five-minute EV charging
A rethink of cells, chargers, and infrastructure pushed EV refueling into gas-station territory
Operation Alice: The dark web isn't as hidden as it seems, as global crackdown shows
A single operator ran hundreds of thousands of dark websites – now he's wanted
Windows 11 users are still fixing the Start menu with third-party tools
While Microsoft rethinks where they've failed with Windows 11, many users rely on tools like Open Shell, Start11, StartAllBack, and ExplorerPatcher to take back control of the UI. Open Shell remains a free favorite with a customizable Windows 7-style menu, while Start11 and StartAllBack offer more polished tweaks for modern systems. ExplorerPatcher rounds things out as another powerful free option.
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.
Sony confirms AI frame generation is coming to PlayStation, just not this year
Sony and AMD are building ML frame generation, but PS5 and PS6 support is still undecided
California bill targeting Big Tech self-preferencing gains industry support as Apple faces scrutiny
Tech executives are backing a new antitrust bill that could reshape Big Tech
Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and 250K Plus refine Arrow Lake with better value
Our full reviews of the new Intel CPUs are coming this week, but early ones already point to a meaningful refinement of the Arrow Lake lineup, with improved efficiency, higher core counts, and stronger overall value. Most agree the chips are capable all-rounders, particularly at their aggressive $199 and $299 price points.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D hits record low price, remains the go-to gaming CPU
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has dropped to its lowest price yet, now around the $420 mark, making one of the fastest gaming CPUs even more compelling. Built around AMD's 3D V-Cache technology, it continues to deliver exceptional gaming performance and strong efficiency, standing out in a crowded market.
Microsoft is rethinking Windows 11 after months of complaints
Microsoft outlines a Windows overhaul focused on speed, stability, and user control
Highly anticipated: Microsoft is taking a closer look at Windows 11 after months of criticism over the operating system's uneven performance and intrusive AI features. The company has begun outlining a series of engineering fixes and user experience overhauls aimed at rebuilding confidence in its flagship product, with the first phase arriving in preview builds this spring and broader improvements planned throughout 2026.
Samsung brings AirDrop support to the Galaxy S26 series, more devices to follow
Quick Share can now send files directly to nearby Apple devices
OpenAI plans to double its workforce as it pivots to enterprise AI
The company aims to double headcount to 8,000
Apple store external SSD prices skyrocket as some SanDisk drives jump 200%
No prizes for guessing why
AI startups are filling San Francisco with cryptic billboards aimed at insiders
Instead of mass appeal, companies are embracing niche messaging that only engineers fully understand
Man who used 1,000 bots to stream AI songs pleads guilty in $8 million fraud case
He faces up to five years in prison
Elon Musk outlines Tesla-SpaceX "Terafab" to build advanced chips in Austin
The proposed facility would produce cutting-edge chips for AI, robotaxis, robotics, and space systems
Micron says driverless cars and robots will need 300GB of RAM
Likely worsening the memory crisis
Modder packs a full Windows gaming PC inside Xbox Series X chassis
Core i7 NUC and RTX 5060 inside a build that mirrors Project Helix's hybrid vision
MSI targets Apple's MacBook Neo with new budget Modern laptops
Modern series now spans Core Ultra and budget Wildcat Lake models
Patreon rejects "fair use" claims for AI training, calls for creator compensation
CEO Jack Conte says AI firms already pay major publishers but not other independent creators
Amazon is trying smartphones again after the Fire Phone flop with Alexa-first "Transformer"
The device aims to revive Jeff Bezos' vision of ambient voice computing
Rumor mill: Amazon is working on a smartphone that revives one of Jeff Bezos' longest-running ambitions: a voice-driven computing assistant that follows users through their day, rather than sitting on a kitchen counter or desk.
Tesla Semi is finally going into production, and early drivers are already sold
Drivers testing the electric rig say its visibility, range, and performance could reshape fleet economics
Crimson Desert Optimization: Best Settings for Performance and Visual Quality
Crimson Desert looks great and runs well on most PCs, but some settings introduce visual noise and inefficiencies. We break down every option to find the best balance of image quality and performance.
Nintendo redesigns Switch 2 for EU rules with a user-replaceable battery
A Europe-bound version of the console will let users swap batteries with standard tools
SteamOS update adds support for Steam Machine and other non-Valve hardware
HDR, VRR, multi-monitor support, and better discrete GPU performance
Broadcom's VMware shake-up triggers EU antitrust complaint by cloud providers
CISPE accuses Broadcom of dismantling VMware's partner program, slashing competition, and forcing smaller European firms out of the market
Scientists find all five genetic building blocks for life in asteroid Ryugu
Did life originate in space before seeding primordial Earth?
Intel may finally extend desktop CPU socket support to multiple generations
Intel's rumored LGA1954 socket could break the one-and-done cycle
Big quote: Intel's next desktop CPU platform could mark a turning point in how the company handles socket compatibility – a sore spot for many PC enthusiasts who have grown used to frequent motherboard replacements. Robert Hallock, Intel's vice president and general manager of its enthusiast channel, has suggested a shift in thinking about how long the company's sockets will support new chips.
Uber commits up to $1.25 billion in Rivian to deploy 10,000 robotaxis
Rivian's upcoming R2 SUV will anchor the fleet
Nvidia "confirms" DLSS 5 relies on 2D frame data as testing reveals hallucinations
Developers at Capcom and Ubisoft found out about DLSS 5 when everyone else did
Connecting the dots: Early reactions to Nvidia's DLSS 5 were swift and skeptical, with some observers likening the technology to an Instagram-style filter applied over gameplay footage. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang refuted the allegations, but subsequent clarifications have helped outline how the system actually works – and where it can fall short.
Google isn't backing away from Pentagon AI work, it's doubling down
Executives say supporting national security work makes sense
Reworked Apple Watch avoids ban, but Masimo battle escalates
ITC ruling clears current models of infringement, even as earlier violations are upheld on appeal
AMD releases Adrenalin 26.3.1 driver, adding FSR 4.1 support for Radeon RX 9000 GPUs
FSR 4.1 is based on the same tech as PSSR for the PlayStation 5 Pro
Android isn't killing sideloading, but it's making it a lot harder
Android sideloading remains, but Google introduces stricter "advanced flow" process