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Microsoft's new Copilot interface looks a lot like one you already know
If you're used to ChatGPT, you'll probably feel more at home with Copilot going forward.
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Windows Photos adds fancy editing features from other Microsoft apps
Microsoft is rolling out an update to the Windows Photos app that combines the creative elements of Designer with OCR capabilities for increased productivity.
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A useless Copilot button is being tested on Windows Photos
Microsoft's AI tool, Copilot, is being added to the Windows Photos app. Is this really Microsoft adding visual AI to Windows, or is it just another useless feature?
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Baseball streaming in 2025: More options, but more mayhem too
Every MLB in-market streaming option in one helpful chart.
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Radeon 9060 XT GPUs spotted in regulatory listings in 8GB, 16GB versions
It looks like more affordable (at least in relative terms) Radeon cards are on their way.
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This YouTuber hacked SteamOS onto a ROG Ally handheld
The Phawx got tired of waiting for Valve to release an official version of SteamOS for third-party handhelds, so he did it himself.
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First signs of Windows 11 25H2? Here's what we know so far
It seems like Microsoft could be gearing up the Windows Insider Dev Channel to start development on the next big version of the operating system.
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How Nvidia’s CEO got me excited about our 'agentic AI' future
We're heading for a new AI age and it's going to be mind-blowing!
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Nvidia's 'G-Assist' AI arrives to optimize your RTX gaming PC
Using ChatGPT-style text and voice interactions, Project G-Assist can monitor and adjust performance settings, change lighting on compatible peripherals, and more.
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23andMe is bankrupt. Should you worry about your DNA data?
Genetics testing company 23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy—and the possible impact of this move on data privacy has become a big concern.
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HP: Here's how AI will make your work and leisure time effortless
AI PCs will soon connect to a seamless ecosystem of devices and apps that will make life effortless says HP.
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How tariffs on laptops and PC hardware punish your wallet, by the numbers
A complex set of factors will decide the ultimate effect of U.S. tariffs on tech imports, but even a glance at hard numbers for a 20 percent hike is sobering.
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I swore ExpressVPN was the best. Then I switched to NordVPN
After many years of using ExpressVPN, I've finally made the switch to NordVPN and I think you should, too.
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Hands-on: Half-Life 2 with RTX-powered graphics looks gorgeous
PCWorld's Alex got to check out the new Half-Life 2 RTX on the latest Nvidia hardware and chat with the developers who made it happen.
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Google ships Drive for Snapdragon PCs, fixing a key compatibility concern
Google said Monday that it has begun shipping Google Drive for Windows on Arm PCs, solving one of the obstacles that stands in the way of widespread adoption of Arm PCs.
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Windows 11's File Explorer will unpack ZIP files much faster soon
It's one of the improvements currently being tested in a preview version of Windows 11.
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Is Philips Hue about to unleash its first video doorbell?
Thanks to a leak in its own app, Philips Hue just tipped its hand when it comes to its next smart security product.
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Malware strikes again. I'm starting to worry about Steam's lax security
For the second time in two months, a new Steam game listing has been used to spread malware.
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Heads up! Microsoft is killing OneNote for Windows 10 soon
With Windows 10 coming to an end in October, Microsoft is also ending support for OneNote for Windows 10. You'll start experiencing performance hits as early as June.
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HP is making more PCs in the US and focusing on customer experience
HP is making big changes to its supply chain—and it could be a big win for consumers!
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AI-driven phishing scams exploded last year. The trend continues in 2025
Phishing scams are already hard to spot, but AI is making them more deceptive and more dangerous than ever.
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I’m watching out for personalized scams. You should, too
Most scams cast their nets wide and far. But technology is making the targeting of specific individuals far easier—including everyday people like you and me.
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Phone-style soldered storage is in laptops now. It's better than I expected
eUFS storage comes to laptops. Here's why it's not as bad as you might think.
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LG's smart washer & dryer solved endless headaches, but now I'm trapped
Appliances that use A.I. and talk to each other deliver a boatload of benefits. On the downside, they all need to be of the same brand today.
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Why you should never, ever delete your spam email
Instead of deleting spam emails, you should consider marking them, which teaches the spam filter to better recognize and catch unwanted emails.
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Nvidia sells hard-to-get RTX GPUs from a 'food truck'
At GTC 2025, Nvidia has a couple thousand RTX 5080 and 5090 cards reserved for attendees only. Not that they're any cheaper, mind you.
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Leaked Windows feature explains why your PC hardware struggles
A hidden FAQ in the Settings app may suggest a GPU or RAM upgrade if it determines that your PC is a little lackluster.
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Fubo's cheapest "Essential" plan is gone after just four months
Fubo has once again stopped offering plans without regional sports.
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Windows 10 users struggle with several problems after March update
It's been over 10 days since Microsoft released update KB5053606 for Windows 10. Users are now reporting various problems after installing it.
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Microsoft's DirectX update could double ray tracing performance in PC games
Microsoft has announced DirectX Raytracing 1.2, a graphics technology that could drastically improve ray tracing performance in Windows PC games.
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HP just unveiled 60+ new laptops and PCs. Here are my favorites
From desktop PCs to ultra-light laptops. For work, leisure, and gaming. I saw them all in person and these are the ones that stood out.
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Why I care about CPU cache as a PC gamer: The obscure spec, explained
Maximizing your CPU cache can boost your PC's performance in games.
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Fractal Design's stylish North XL case now comes with rear connections
If you're looking to get tidy with your next PC build, the popular North XL RC will work with cable-hiding rear-connection motherboards.
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Why I've converted to using HP's Omen AI for serious FPS gains
This AI tool can save you hours of work, making optimization faster and easier than ever.
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Lenovo's SteamOS-based gaming handheld is up for preorder now
While the Windows version of the Legion Go S has been available, the much-anticipated SteamOS variant will arrive in May, according to Best Buy.
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Google search might be sharing your home address. Here's how to stop it
A curious individual doesn’t need to go to the dark web to find where you live—it takes just a simple Google search. But you can restore your privacy.
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Hands on with the HP Omen 16 Slim: Impressive power in a shockingly light chassis
With an industry-defining lightweight chassis and next-generation hardware for gaming performance, the Omen 16 Slim had everyone's attention at the HP Amplify Convention.
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I tested a $7 app that boosts FPS and resolution in any PC game. It's amazing!
With this simple Steam Store purchase, you can get most of the benefits of Nvidia's DLSS 4 and AMD's FSR even without the latest graphics cards.
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A new Asus BIOS tweak can boost Ryzen AI performance by 20 percent
Asus introduces Asus AI Cache Boost, a new BIOS setting that can increase the AI performance of AMD Ryzen 9800X3D and 9950X3D chips by a significant margin.
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Game developers are losing faith in VR as a gaming market
In one survey, over half of the game developers surveyed consider the VR market to be stagnant or in decline.
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Do you want Microsoft Copilot sniffing your OneDrive files? Too late
Microsoft said that it's turning on Copilot for OneDrive on consumer accounts, giving its AI analytical tools access to the files you've stored in the cloud.
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Get Lexar's speedy 4TB portable SSD for just $230 — today only!
This Lexar Armor portable SSD is an amazing deal, but it's only available today. Get on it quickly!
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Google is now integrating Gemini AI directly into Chrome
An experimental version of Chrome shows that Gemini AI is getting crammed in, but it's still rough around the edges.
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PowerSchool hackers have your kids' info. These 3 steps can protect you
Data breaches like the PowerSchool hack puts your kids’ names and social security numbers in the hands of bad actors—and increases their fraud risk.
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Watch us dig into MSI's newest mini PCs
Adam got his hands on some teeny tiny desktops from MSI, and the layouts and design choices are fascinating.
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How to get Disney+ for free (or almost free) in 2025
If you’re paying full price for Disney+ in 2025, you’re paying too much.
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Windows 11 24H2 finally available on PCs with this unusual game installed
If the Windows 11 24H2 update was blocked on your PC because you play this game, it will be available again soon.
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Microsoft issues emergency Windows update to restore Copilot app
It apparently fixes the problem where Microsoft's Copilot app was being uninstalled by a previous Windows update.
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All the best ways to stream March Madness 2025
Our cord-cutter's guide to March Madness shows you how you can watch every game in the tournament at the lowest possible cost.
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