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- US Navy, NATO and NASA have all been exposed to shady Chinese encrypted chipsMultiple US government agencies, including NASA and the US Navy, have been exposed to encrypted Chinese chips that were used for the storage of data.Jun 20, 2023 3:59 AM CDT
- Elon Musk says when Neuralink will conduct its first brain implant trial on humansTesla CEO Elon Musk revealed during an interview when he thinks his brain chip company Neuralink will conduct its first human trial.Jun 20, 2023 1:33 AM CDT
- Expensive NVIDIA H100 Hopper AI graphics card put to the test in gaming benchmarksThe NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPU is not built for gaming, but that hasn't stopped people from using the $40,000 GPU to play PC games.Jun 20, 2023 12:29 AM CDT
- MSI's new MAG GL Series ATX 3.0 power supplies look to solve the 16-pin cable issueA simple solution, MSI's new ATX 3.0 power supplies feature yellow-colored 16-pin connections so you can see when it's properly connected.Jun 19, 2023 10:27 PM CDT
- PlayStation's fledgling mobile business loses head executivePlayStation's mobile business may be floating rudderless as the head executive for the fledgling segment has left Sony's PlayStation Studios banner.Jun 19, 2023 1:02 PM CDT
- The Nothing Phone (2) is getting a naked cable and we want oneThe Nothing Phone (2) will be announced on July 11 and now the company's founder has shared a photo of what appears to be the USB-C cable it'll ship with.Jun 19, 2023 11:08 AM CDT
- This 15-inch MacBook Air teardown confirms what we already knew - it's a bigger MacBook AirThe 15-inch MacBook Air is now on sale and it's already been taken apart to confirm just what's going on inside the biggest MacBook Air ever made.Jun 19, 2023 9:12 AM CDT
- Intel's faster Raptor Lake Refresh CPUs might be just around the cornerRaptor Lake Refresh processors are supposedly set to arrive in October, so we've not got long to wait - with Meteor Lake laptop chips also due in Q4.Jun 19, 2023 8:35 AM CDT
- Elon Musk reveals there's a Twitter app coming to Smart TVs that'll solve a major problemAccording to a recent tweet from Twitter owner Elon Musk who recently confirmed the app, Twitter is preparing to launch its own video app for Smart TVs.Jun 19, 2023 7:09 AM CDT
- Justin Roiland won't be returning to Rick and Morty despite charges being dismissedThe voice of iconic characters Rick and Morty won't be returning to the hit animated Adult Swim series despite his charges being dismissed.Jun 19, 2023 3:38 AM CDT
- MSI's GeForce RTX 4060 lineup revealed, with twin-fan compact Ventus and Gaming X modelsThe GeForce RTX 4060 release is right around the corner and MSI has lifted the lid on its mainstream GeForce RTX 40 Series line-up.Jun 19, 2023 2:02 AM CDT
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 world record overclock hits an incredible 3.93 GHzWith an LN2 cooled Colorful GeForce RTX 4090 iGame LAB hitting an impressive 3.93 GHz, does this mean that we're about to see a GPU hit 4 GHz.Jun 18, 2023 11:34 PM CDT
- Ubisoft set up for a big comeback with new AAA game slateAfter years of declining performance, Ubisoft's big new AAA release slate could help turn the tides and boost sales across a triple-hitter games lineup.Jun 18, 2023 7:53 PM CDT
- Microsoft won't immediately raise Xbox Game Pass price if Activision merger is approvedIf the merger with Activision is approved, Microsoft will not raise the price of Xbox Game Pass even if and when Call of Duty releases on the service.Jun 18, 2023 12:21 PM CDT
- IBM says its made a breakthrough in quantum computing, entering into 'the era of utility'Scientists at IBM believe they may have made a breakthrough in quantum computing, ushering in a new era of quantum computing known as 'the era of utility'.Jun 17, 2023 2:33 AM CDT
- Avatar Frontiers of Pandora has a cultural rites of passage storylineAvatar: Frontiers of Pandora melds the Hero's Journey archetype with a rites of passage motif that sees players exploring the roots of the Na'vi culture.Jun 16, 2023 7:19 PM CDT
- Police to roll out robot officers that stream HD video of people back to headquartersAuthorities have announced that it plans to roll out more robot patrol officers capable of streaming HD video back to headquarters.Jun 16, 2023 3:41 AM CDT
- AMD has released two drivers with support for F1 23, with one being for the Radeon RX 7600With the release of F1 23 on PC AMD has released two new Radeon drivers. One for the new Radeon RX 7600 and one for everything else.Jun 16, 2023 2:32 AM CDT
- AMD's new Instinct MI300X for AI will consume a lot of power, like 750WIt's starting to look like we're getting pretty close to seeing a new GPU draw 1KW of power as standard, with AMD's new Instinct MI300X rated at 750W.Jun 15, 2023 11:32 PM CDT
- Twitch execs hold Q&A on new Partner Plus programTwitch introduces a new Partner Plus program that offers streamers 70% of revenues from subscriptions and gift subs if certain qualifications are met.Jun 15, 2023 5:17 PM CDT
- The iOS 17 beta is lying to you about your SMS failuresThe very first iOS 17 beta seems to have problems with SMSes or, more accurately, knowing when they have been successfully delivered to recipients.Jun 15, 2023 12:31 PM CDT
- The Redmi 12 is now official and it's likely to be cheapThe Redmi 12 is now official and while it is far from a flagship device, it promises enough to warrant its price and could be a solid budget phone.Jun 15, 2023 10:33 AM CDT
- The iPhone 15 could be getting a familiar camera upgradeThe iPhone 15 could be getting a new 48-megapixel camera just like the iPhone 14 Pro models, according to a new report that is good news for everyone.Jun 15, 2023 6:56 AM CDT
- Steam just got a massive update on PC, bringing a refreshed UI and new featuresValve has overhauled Steam with its latest update that also gives the UI a nice refresh and expands and redesigns the in-game overlay system.Jun 15, 2023 2:32 AM CDT
- Iran showcases quantum CPU for its military, and it's an off-the-shelf board from AmazonThis newly-designed quantum computing board that is apparently being used by the Iranian Military looks a little familiar, and not what it seems.Jun 15, 2023 1:27 AM CDT
- Apple is planning bringing Wi-Fi 7 to new iPhone's, but what does that mean for you?Apple is yet to unveil the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, but rumors are already starting to swirl about what will be included in the iPhone 16.Jun 20, 2023 3:14 AM CDT
- Inno3D's new GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs to feature Stealth Cable ManagementInno3D is serious about changing its GPU designs for improved cable management, and it begins with the RTX 4070, RTX 4060 Ti, and RTX 4060.Jun 20, 2023 12:58 AM CDT
- Pirated copies of Windows 10 feature hidden malicious apps designed to steal cryptoA friendly reminder that pirating an operating system like Windows 10 is a dangerous game, especially when they arrive packed with malware.Jun 19, 2023 11:32 PM CDT
- Skydance could resurrect best parts of the cancelled Boba Fett and Visceral Star Wars gamesSkydance is cooking up a new Star Wars game with key developers behind two key cancelled Star Wars projects: Visceral's Star Wars and Star Wars 1313.Jun 19, 2023 5:04 PM CDT
- AMD's FreeSync Panel Replay tech could be great news for your laptop's battery lifeA (sort of) successor to Panel Self Refresh, AMD's new take on this tech is superior for several important reasons... so color us excited.Jun 19, 2023 12:10 PM CDT
- These leaked Pixel 8 display specs promise some big upgrades aheadA new leak claims that the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are going to sport some notable display upgrades including a change to how the display looks.Jun 19, 2023 10:49 AM CDT
- This iPhone 15 upgrade is all about the Vision Pro headsetApple's iPhone 15 lineup could get an upgraded ultra wideband chip to help build an ecosystem for the Vision Pro headset, one analyst has claimed.Jun 19, 2023 8:57 AM CDT
- Stunning AirPods Max 2 concept borrows heavily from Vision ProThe AirPods Max are very much overdue a refresh and this new concept imagines what AirPods Max 2 could be like if they borrowed from Vision Pro.Jun 19, 2023 8:26 AM CDT
- xQc signs biggest streaming contract, now getting paid more than Lebron JamesThe world's most popular streamer xQc has signed what is now the biggest streaming contract ever with Kick.com, worth approximately $100 million.Jun 19, 2023 6:38 AM CDT
- Scientists create world's first synthetic human embryo model that doesn't need sperm or an eggA team of researchers have made a breakthrough by creating the world's first synthetic human embryo without using any sperm or an egg.Jun 19, 2023 3:15 AM CDT
- Zotac's new flagship GeForce RTX 4090 PGF OC GPU is huge, it's 38 cm longThe new ZOTAC GeForce RTX 4090 PGF OC Edition is powerful, though you might want to make sure you've got enough room in your case.Jun 19, 2023 12:32 AM CDT
- ViewSonic's new X2-4K projector is designed for Xbox, offering native 4K 60 Hz and 1440p 120 HzThe new ViewSonic X2-4K projector is designed for Xbox Series X|S and gaming, with 1440p 120 Hz support and low-latency for smooth performance.Jun 18, 2023 11:06 PM CDT
- Hutts may be one of the crime syndicates featured in Star Wars OutlawsUbisoft's new Star Wars Outlaws game is a scoundrel sim that sees players interacting with different crime syndicates, and the Hutts may be one of them.Jun 18, 2023 6:52 PM CDT
- Activision will operate separately on a post-merger basis, Microsoft saysActivision Blizzard King's creative operations 'will remain separate and continue to operate' undisturbed on a post-merger basis, MSFT lawyers say.Jun 17, 2023 12:10 PM CDT
- Elon Musk makes fun of himself for spending too much money on TwitterTesla CEO Elon Musk has made fun of himself during an interview for purchasing Twitter for $44 billion, saying, 'If I'm so smart, why did I pay so much'.Jun 17, 2023 1:31 AM CDT
- xQc signs $100 million deal with Kick, a new fledgling Twitch competitorTwitch mega-streamer xQc has signed a 2-year contract with fledgling streaming platform Kick that's worth up to $100 million, more than some athletes make.Jun 16, 2023 6:22 PM CDT
- Reddit CEO gives update on API changes while showing he really doesn't care about your feedbackThe CEO of Reddit has given an update on the recent API changes while also indicating in an interview that he really doesn't care about general feedback.Jun 16, 2023 3:03 AM CDT
- Dell Alienware launches two sub-$500 gaming monitors packed with high-end featuresDell Alienware have announced the launch of multiple gaming monitors that pack several high-end features at a very affordable price of less than $500.Jun 16, 2023 12:16 AM CDT
- Intel is ditching the 'i' in its CPU branding for a simpler Intel Core and Core Ultra namingWith the upcoming release of the Meteor Lake generation, Intel is making a big change to how it names various CPU models with Intel Core and Core Ultra.Jun 15, 2023 10:55 PM CDT
- Xbox One is done, Microsoft will now release games exclusively for Series X/S consolesFollowing expansive backwards compatibility support, Smart Delivery, and a 3-year cross-gen cycle, Microsoft is now totally focused on Xbox Series X/S.Jun 15, 2023 3:57 PM CDT
- Google Maps Immersive View is coming to four new cities around EuropeThe Google Immersive View mapping feature is rolling out to a handful of new European countries as well as some new directions features.Jun 15, 2023 11:37 AM CDT
- WhatsApp might finally support multiple accounts on one phoneThe WhatsApp instant messenger might finally be getting a feature some have been crying out for, with multi-account support being tested.Jun 15, 2023 9:01 AM CDT
- SATA hard drives are causing headaches for M2 Ultra Mac Pro buyersThe Apple silicon Mac Pro is now here but there are already problems relating to the SATA hard drives that people are using with it.Jun 15, 2023 6:29 AM CDT
- Researchers unveil incredible shapeshifting robot designed to help astronautsA team of researchers has showcased an origami-inspired robot designed to assist astronauts in tight-knit or cramped environments in space.Jun 15, 2023 2:06 AM CDT
- AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT performance simulated and it's not much faster than the 6800 XTAMD Radeon RX 7800 XT simulated performance with a Radeon Pro W7800 GPU shows a performance uplift of 12.5% over the Radeon RX 6800 XT at best.Jun 15, 2023 12:58 AM CDT
- YouTuber builds impressive walking AT-AT from Star WarsA YouTuber has decided to create a walking version of the iconic AT-AT walkers seen in the classic film Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.Jun 20, 2023 2:42 AM CDT
- Ransomware gang threatens Reddit with blackmail over recent changes, demands hit $4.5 millionA ransomware gang has said it has 80GB of company data that it says it won't leak to the public if it's given $4.5 million and API changes are reversed.Jun 20, 2023 12:46 AM CDT
- Corsair's DARKSTAR WIRELESS is the company's new high-performance gaming mouseCorsair's new high-performance gaming mouse is here, the DARKSTAR WIRELESS - and it features an impressive looking side button configuration.Jun 19, 2023 10:58 PM CDT
- Microsoft downplays cloud as regulators use nascent tech as anti-merger lynchpinXbox executive management downplays the significant of cloud gaming as regulators like the FTC and CMA use streaming as lynchpin to block MSFT ATVI merger.Jun 19, 2023 2:02 PM CDT
- World's first Android desktop robot launches for $250 and it comes with a pet modeA former founding member of Xiaomi has launched what is being called the world's first Android desktop through his new company called JoyfulRobotics.Jun 19, 2023 11:23 AM CDT
- NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti GPU has dropped well below MSRP alreadyLess than a month after hitting the shelves, an RTX 4060 Ti from MSI is now 5% under the recommended retail price - and it's an overclocked model too.Jun 19, 2023 10:00 AM CDT
- The iPhone 16 could get a huge Wi-Fi upgrade, analyst claimsApple's iPhone 16 lineup of devices won't ship until 2024 but analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that we can already start to look forward to Wi-Fi 7 support.Jun 19, 2023 8:41 AM CDT
- US government to spend nearly $1 billion on upgrading America's high-speed internetThe United States government has announced it will be pledging almost $1 billion to upgrading America's internet access in rural areas.Jun 19, 2023 8:04 AM CDT
- Microsoft confirms it was attacked, causing an outage that may have affected millionsA hacking group has claimed responsibility for the recent attack on Microsoft's cloud servers, and Microsoft later confirmed these claims to be true.Jun 19, 2023 5:46 AM CDT
- Google warns its own staff about using the AI chatbot they createdGoogle has cautioned its own employees about how to use artificial intelligence-powered chatbots such as Bard or OpenAI's ChatGPT.Jun 19, 2023 2:50 AM CDT
- ASUS ROG Ally 319 firmware update lowers performance so ASUS says to hold off on updatingThe ASUS ROG Ally is an impressive PC gaming handheld, though it looks like the latest BIOS update actually makes game performance worse instead of better.Jun 18, 2023 11:57 PM CDT
- Half-decade production cycles are the new norm for AAA gamesGamers can expect big-budget AAA games to have multi-year development cycles that could last half a decade or more, Xbox Game Studios boss reiterates.Jun 18, 2023 8:32 PM CDT
- Dan Houser keeps things weird with new media startup Absurd VenturesRockstar Games co-founder and Grand Theft Auto writer Dan Houser launches a new startup company aimed at writing stories for books, TV shows, and games.Jun 18, 2023 1:25 PM CDT
- Final Fantasy XVI day one patch confirmed, but it's not requiredSquare Enix's Creative Business Unit III confirms that Final Fantasy XVI will have a day one patch after all, but it won't be required to play the game.Jun 17, 2023 10:24 AM CDT
- Diablo IV gamers relate to RuneScape players after realizing level 85 is halfway to level 100Diablo IV players are slowly beginning to relate to RuneScape players as they realize that level 85 is just halfway to the maximum level 100.Jun 17, 2023 12:42 AM CDT
- Microsoft may abandon Activision merger if federal judge grants FTC requestMicrosoft and Activision have indicated that they may abandon their proposed $68.7 billion merger if federal courts grant FTC a preliminary injunction.Jun 16, 2023 10:37 AM CDT
- Google puts a skin condition scanner in everyone's pocketGoogle is planning on rolling out a new update that will allow its Google Lens users to identify skin conditions with a simple scan.Jun 16, 2023 2:47 AM CDT
- Moore Threads MTT S80 benchmarked, less than GeForce GTX 1050 Ti performance using more powerNew benchmark results for the Moore Threads MTT S80 show that it's now capable of DX11 gaming, though performance is terrible no matter how you slice it.Jun 15, 2023 11:58 PM CDT
- Sony not ready to disrupt virtuous cycle with day one first-party games on PlayStation PlusSony follows Microsoft's lead on many video games business decisions, but the company is still unwilling to disrupt its virtuous cycle business model.Jun 15, 2023 6:49 PM CDT
- Xbox first-party games find success in one of the most important KPIs of modern gamingXbox's first-party games are finding impressive success in one of the most important performance measurements of modern gaming: digital player engagement.Jun 15, 2023 1:03 PM CDT
- Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra is getting two stunning new colorsSamsung is giving the Galaxy S23 Ultra buyers two new colors to choose from, and they're both shaping up to be among the best that are available.Jun 15, 2023 11:02 AM CDT
- KIOXIA will showcase its storage solutions, including PCIe Gen5 SSDs at HPE Discover 2023HPE Discover 2023 is coming to Las Vega this weekend, and KIOXIA will be there showcasing its latest storage solutions including PCIe 5.0 SSDs.Jun 15, 2023 8:01 AM CDT
- Astronomers discover the real-life version of the iconic Star Wars planet TatooineA team of astronomers has discovered a planet orbiting two stars, a world straight out of one of the most iconic movies of all time, Star Wars.Jun 15, 2023 2:46 AM CDT
- Meta unveils MusicGen, an AI designed to create music in just 5 minutesMeta has revealed a new AI that's designed to make music from text prompts, users will be able to request a certain sound and the AI will create it.Jun 15, 2023 1:46 AM CDT
- PCIe 7 specifications highlight impressive 512 GB/s speeds and a launch window of 2027PCIe 7.0 specifications show that it will be able to deliver 128 GT/s raw bit rate and up to 512 GB/s bi-directionally via an x16 configuration.Jun 15, 2023 12:27 AM CDT