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Google Taara could deliver internet at the speed of light

Google's Taara chip could bring Internet connections to areas previously unreachable by existing technology, with speeds on-par with fiber.
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ChatGPT app could soon generate AI videos with Sora

OpenAI is planning to integrate the Sora video generation engine within the ChatGPT app, but some of the advanced capabilities such as editing could be absent.
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AMD FSR 4 uses AI to offer up to 3.7x gaming performance

AMD's latest FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 4 incorporates AI, but will be exclusive for RDNA 4 graphics cards
Several AMD RX 9000 series graphics cards.

AMD’s new GPU offers RTX 5070 Ti performance for $150 less

After a long wait, AMD finally revealed more details about RDNA 4, including pricing, specs, and performance.
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The slow death of Skype could finally come to an end this year

Skype, a pioneer of the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calling and video conferencing, could finally be put on cold ice in the coming weeks.
Copilot app for Mac

Apple is late to Siri revolution, so Microsoft brings you Copilot for Mac

The Copilot app for Mac comes with its own quick-launch keyboard shortcut, supports multi-modal input, and the latest AI tricks such as Think Deeper mode.
Meta AI logo.

Check out Meta’s not-so-cunning plan to take on ChatGPT

Meta is ramping up efforts to take on the likes of OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, according to a new report.
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Meta shows off Aria Gen 2 smart glasses with heart rate tracking

The Meta Aria Gen 2 smart glasses come with three types of cameras for eye and hand tracking, an advanced contact mic, and speech recognition chops.
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OpenAI launches GPT-4.5 AI model with deeper knowledge and emotions

OpenAI says GPT-4.5 is smarter and offers a broader bank of knowledge, higher accuracy, lower hallucination, and access to the latest information on the web.
Microsoft's AI Copilot being used in various Microsoft Office apps.

Microsoft’s testing a new way to make Copilot unavoidable

Microsoft is at it again, trying to “encourage” users to use Copilot by testing an option that automatically opens the Copilot pane in Edge, as spotted (via ). The Copilot pane hides when you switch tabs or open favorites, but it signals Microsoft’s push to integrate AI deeply into Edge. The software giant is also […]
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The TikTok experience is getting better on desktop

TikTok is getting an exclusive floating window mode on desktop, alongside custom categories for saving videos and live-streaming in any orientation.
New shipping and delivery filters on eBay

Shopping on eBay is getting easier with handy shipping features

eBay product listings can now be sorted based on parameters such as free delivery, local pickup with accurate distance estimate, and quick shipping.
A person using a laptop with a set of code seen on the display.

Hackers are using AI to breach systems faster than ever

With the "help" of AI hackers are gaining access to systems faster than before and are not asking for a ransom when data is stolen. What are they doing now?
Valve VR headset patent Deckard?

Valve’s next VR headset could be coming after six long years

More information about the rumored wireless VR headset from Valve is finally starting to surface -- and it might even release this year.
Side view of the the new Razer Blade 18 laptop.

Razer’s new Blade 18 serves a massive RTX 5000 performance leap

The slimmest laptop to feature Intel’s beefy HX mobile processor and Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, the Blade 18 also serves big display and keyboard upgrades.
Framework Laptop 13 showcased at launch event on February 25, 2025.

Framework’s laptops are getting smarter and easier for typing

Framework announced new developments on the Laptop 13 and Laptop 16 at a launch event on Tuesday.
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ElevenLabs AI will create audiobooks for you at no cost within minutes

ElevenLabs will let independent authors generate audiobooks in a matter of minutes. It will also pay them royalty without any exclusivity terms.
Framework Laptop 12 showcased at launch event on February 25, 2025.

Framework Laptop 12 wants to grab students with modular 2-in-1

The modular computing company, Framework has announced its latest hardware option, the new Framework Laptop 12, an entry-level 2-in-1 intended for students and young users.
Framework Desktop showcased at launch event on February 25, 2025.

Framework Desktop debuted as portable and powerful DIY PC for all enthusiasts

The modular computing company, Framework announced its first PC, the Framework Desktop on Tuesday, based on the AMD Ryzen AI Max, calling it the "easiest PC you’ll ever build."
The Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe Gen 5 SSD with box packaging

The Samsung 9100 Pro just made your current SSD obsolete

Samsung has finally come up with a competitive PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSD.
The RTX 5090 sitting on top of the RTX 4080.

Nvidia’s RTX 5090 can’t run older games, but this user found an expensive fix

Gamers are experimenting with older Nvidia GPUs to bring back the PhysX functionality on the $2,000 RTX 5090.
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Microsoft just gave you a major reason to ditch Chrome

Microsoft Edge finally gives users control over RAM usage and is now live in the stable version. The RAM feature prevents the PC from slowing down.
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You can now live your developer dream with Google’s free Gemini Code Assist access

Developers and enthusiasts can now ditch ChatGPT for Google's code-optimized Gemini Code Assist. It's available for free and the usage limits are practically unreachable.
Gigabyte's RX 9070 XT GPU.

AMD’s RX 9070 XT may repeat a previous pricing mistake

AMD's RX 9070 XT is right around the corner, and leakers are weighing in on how much it'll cost.
A digital depiction of an AMD Ryzen 5000G chip.

AMD has a plan for your next cut-price PC

Six new budget Ryzen 5000G CPUs have been spotted in AMD's official documentionss
EngineAI's PM01 humanoid robot.

Watch this humanoid robot perform a front flip in world first

The impressive maneuver showcases the robot's advanced visual perception, balance control, and ability to deploy complex mechanical and algorithmic systems.
ChatGPT logo on a phone

OpenAI cracks down on ChatGPT scammers

ChatGPT maker OpenAI is directing its attention toward malicious accounts on its flagship service after hitting a 400 million weekly active user milestone.
RTX 5090.

Nvidia admits to rare RTX 5090 performance glitch

The RTX 5090 graphics card has a unique problem where the GPU does not have as many ROPs (Raster Operations Pipeline unit) as it should to sufficiently render images in 3D post-processing.
Receiving two-step security code via SMS.

Google will replace unsafe Gmail SMS codes with QR scan verification

Instead of getting six-digit log-in codes via SMS, which is unsafe and prone to phishing, users will see a QR code that they can scan with their phone’s camera.
Claude code homescreen

Anthropic’s new Claude model offers both real-time and long-pondered responses

Anthropic announced the release of its latest iteration of its Claude AI, one that can provide both real-time and long-pondered answers to user queries.
Meta AI in the Middle East

Meta rolls out its AI chatbot to nearly a dozen Middle Eastern nations

Meta announced Monday that it is making its Meta AI chatbot available to millions of users throughout the Middle East and North Africa.
A MacBook Air runs Norton 360 Deluxe antivirus software.

Norton announces Genie Scam Protection to safeguard your files

Norton is fighting AI with AI and adding Genie Scam Protection to add advanced AI protection to help keep your files safe from scams.
The RTX 5070 in a graphic.

Nvidia’s RTX 5070 was meant to be a 4090 killer, but early benchmarks don’t agree

The first leaked benchmarks of the RTX 5070 are here, and they're making me doubtful as to whether it can really replace the RTX 4090.
An Asus RX 9070 XT TUF GPU.

AMD’s RX 9070 XT to potentially match the performance of RTX 4080

Early performance numbers paint a solid picture for the upcoming AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU.