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NHL streaming options: Untangling the 2024-25 mess
All the in-market NHL streaming and over-the-air TV options in one chart.
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Coolify's 'holographic' PC case fans are now available to buy
These dazzling case fans put spinning "holograms" right inside your PC. Perfect if you want to fill up your gaming rig with more crazy nonsense.
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Windows 10 holdouts are finally starting to switch to Windows 11
March was the worst month ever for Windows 10 and the best in three years for Windows 11, according to the stats.
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Windows' new Quick Machine Recovery auto-fixes system failures for you
Microsoft is testing a new recovery feature that remotely troubleshoots and restores computers that no longer boot.
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This RGB app filled up one user's PC with anime babe wallpapers
Wondering where all your SSD space went? It might be taken up by gigabytes of generic anime babes from your RAM company's junky RGB manager program.
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Asus' latest video teases a possible Xbox gaming handheld
A new promo video shows that Asus has a new ROG Ally-style gaming handheld brewing, possibly with Xbox DNA thrown into the mix.
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Microsoft's Copilot gets a simpler voice chat shortcut
Microsoft is testing a smart new way to talk to Copilot via voice, via a keyboard shortcut — using a method never before used on Windows.
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Microsoft made the coolest tech demo I've ever experienced—and you never saw
As Microsoft celebrates its 50th anniversary, I look back on the demo you never saw of the device you never used: Microsoft's HoloLens, the coolest demo I've ever seen.
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Finally! Microsoft brings most Copilot+ AI features to AMD, Intel PCs
Microsoft says that owners of Copilot+ PCs with qualifying chips from AMD and Intel can expect to see features like Paint's Cocreator and Live Captions soon.
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'I will make it perfect.' New Intel CEO promises to fix what's wrong
Intel chief executive officer Lip-Bu Tan spoke at the Intel Vision conference in his first speech as Intel's CEO. He promised to correct the mistakes of the past, asking for "harsh feedback" from customers.
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This safe nuclear battery could last decades on a single charge
A new miniature nuclear battery could supply electricity for decades, centuries, even millennia.
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Plex’s 'new experience' arrives: 6 things to know before updating
A new look and feel for the completely revamped Plex mobile app has arrived, but some key features are still baking in the oven.
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Google's latest Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model is now free for all users
You can now try Gemini 2.5 Pro without a paid subscription.
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Microsoft kills the iconic Blue Screen of Death. It looks like this now
We're all familiar with the Windows BSOD, but Microsoft is now making it simpler in appearance—and getting rid of the iconic blue color in the process.
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Here's a new trick to installing Windows 11 without a Microsoft account
As Microsoft makes it more difficult—if not impossible—to install Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, a new workaround has surfaced.
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Hands on with the HP ZBook Ultra G1a, a work laptop with gaming laptop power
The HP ZBook Ultra G1a totally smashes the old paradigm that a work laptop can't have powerful graphics. Here's why…
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HP expands its Omen brand to include PC gaming components
HP Omen branded desktop gaming components are coming soon!
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HP printer class action suit ends in disappointment
Only a few recent models will offer the option to turn down "security updates" that lock you into HP ink.
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I don't need Windows anymore. One final tool freed me from Microsoft
It's been a long time coming, but everything I rely on for work is now completely separate from the Windows operating system.
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Signal controversy: Why the secure messaging app is all over the news
Here’s why this encrypted messaging app is part of such a stir—and the takeaway for your own communication.
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Google is moving on from smoke detectors and smart locks
Say goodbye to the Nest Protect and Nest x Yale Lock, with Google discontinuing those products and teeing up third-party replacements.
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The new Windows 11 roadmap shows when you'll get certain features
Microsoft's new tool makes it easy to see which versions of Windows will get which goodies, in the Insider Program and on the retail version.
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Windows 11 will get a surprise feature update in April
AI is the main focus, but you'll also see updates to the Taskbar, Voice Access, and more that should make your PC easier to use.
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Nvidia RTX 5090 cards with missing ROPs are being sold as 'B-stock'
One German online store is selling Zotac cards with the known ROP defect. The price? Still hundreds above MSRP.
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Aston Martin's new home racing simulator is peak luxury for gamers
The ultra-premium AMR-C01-R carbon fiber racing rig combines motorsport technology with advanced graphics and stylish design.
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Office is too slow, so Microsoft is making it load at Windows startup
Microsoft knows Office is slow to load. The solution is, apparently, to make Windows load slower.
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A 25-year-old PC pinball game is my new meditation app
Ever miss hanging out in the arcade? Visual Pinball is the best way to play hundreds of virtual pinball tables on your PC (and even in VR!) all for free.
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Microsoft is streamlining logins for Windows, Xbox, and M365
Expect to see a new design, simpler flow, and greater emphasis on passwordless security by the end of April.
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I’m a gaming mouse expert: Here's why I carefully select my mouse mat
Before you buy a gaming mouse pad know the different materials for speed, precision, and performance.
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Facebook's new 'OG Friends' feed feels so damned sleazy
After serving as a breeding ground for disinformation, Facebook wants to go back to a sanitized "OG" Friends feed. The hypocrisy is astounding.
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Does Intel's Lunar Lake hold up? Our impressions, six months later
Adam and Will give their thoughts on high-end laptops and the Claw 8 gaming handheld, all running Intel's newest and fanciest laptop chips.
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Logitech is dropping support for its oldest Harmony remotes
You won’t be able to reprogram your first-generation Harmony universal remote once Logitech cuts support for the devices.
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Every NBA streaming option in one place
Cord-cutting NBA options: Streaming and over-the-air in some places, mandatory pay TV bundles in others.
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Windows Game Bar gets design tweaks for better handheld gaming
Microsoft has adjusted the Game Bar interface so it's much easier to see and use on a tiny screen with a controller attached.
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OpenAI releases impressive 4o image generator for free and paid users
The new GPT-4o model produces more accurate and photorealistic results than the previous Dall-E model.
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Optional Windows 11 update fixes USB printers spitting out nonsense
Back in January, a Windows 11 update caused USB printers to print out weird text. Microsoft has finally provided a fix for this problem.
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MLB.TV subscribers: Be careful where you sign up
What to be aware of before subscribing to MLB.TV via Amazon Prime, Fubo, or Sling TV.
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Why I expect 50 percent of my gaming will be in VR this year
Nvidia and AMD's latest GPUs will give PC VR gaming performance a nice nudge forward in 2025.
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Vivaldi and Proton VPN team up to protect your data from Big Tech, for free
Powerful web browser Vivaldi is partnering with privacy-conscious Proton VPN to give users back control over their digital lives.
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I asked ChatGPT to make an image of a completely full glass of wine. It did
“Create an image of a glass of red wine, filled all the way.” It's a prompt that stumps many AIs, but ChatGPT's updated image-generating engine can do it. (Don't ask for a clock, though.)
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Microsoft is bringing back a failed app from Windows 8
Microsoft's People app survived throughout Windows 8 and Windows 10, but Microsoft killed it. Now, People and File Search are new Microsoft 365 mini-apps for Windows that Microsoft is testing again.
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Smaller Surface PCs may arrive soon with Snapdragon chips inside
Microsoft may be preparing to launch a 12-inch version of both the Surface Laptop and Surface Pro tablet, based upon certification documents.
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ChatGPT now speaks even more naturally with fewer interruptions
OpenAI has updated ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode feature, promising a more realistic and pleasant conversation experience.
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This PC security guru fell for a scam. Here are 3 lessons from his mistakes
Even smart, knowledgeable experts can fall for phishing attacks. Here’s what happened, and how you can avoid the same fate.
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Discord's new PC app is faster, cleaner, with a fresh coat of paint
The revamped Discord desktop app brings a completely new look and exciting new features.
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Is Ikea going all-in with Matter? A leak just dropped another hint
It’s looking more and more like Ikea is prepping Matter-over-Thread support for its smart home lineup.
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Update now! Chrome patches 'high risk' zero-day security flaw on PCs
Google just released a new security update for Chrome on Windows that fixes a vulnerability that's already being exploited by attackers.
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Asus confirms changes to Q-Release Slim PCIe motherboard ports
Asus appears to have made some adjustments to the Q-Release Slim PCIe slots on its latest motherboards, which were previously scratching graphics card connectors.
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DirecTV Stream vs. DirecTV via Internet: Which is the best value?
These two streaming services look alike, but there are crucial differences between them.
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