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MSI bumps prices for RTX 50-series cards — goodbye, MSRP
MSI's cheapest RTX 5070 Ti is now $820, which is $70 more expensive than at launch. It's the latest in an annoying trend of ballooning prices.
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Why Hulu’s epic Oscars fail was dripping with irony
Hulu's first-ever Academy Awards simulcast was supposing to bring more cord-cutters to the annual event. Instead, it locked them out of the biggest moments of the night.
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CPU-Z now alerts you about missing ROPs in RTX 50-series cards
The latest version of the popular tool can warn you if you aren't getting what you paid for, via its web-based validation process.
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Microsoft's Copilot AI will no longer help you pirate Windows 11
The AI chatbot was providing guidance on how to activate pirated versions of Windows 11.
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Lenovo gets weird with double, triple-screen laptop concepts at MWC
Lenovo is showing off its most outlandish concept designs at Mobile World Congress, including an OLED screen that folds backwards and a triple-monitor laptop expansion.
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What happened to DirectStorage? Why don't more PC games use it?
DirectStorage was released for PC in 2022 but it hasn't really taken off since then. What's going on? Is it dead in the water? Or is there still hope for it going forward?
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The gaming laptop I'm drooling for has no GPU (and it's not a laptop)
The 2025 Asus ROG Flow Z13 has no dedicated GPU but it can outperform most laptops that do.
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If you don't use these PC security essentials, you're begging to be hacked
With the rise of AI-fueled attacks, this set of apps and services provide a baseline of protection.
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Do you cover your computer camera? Don't forget this vital extra step for privacy
Covering up your webcam lens prevents unwanted spying. But there’s another step you should take for full privacy.
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Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti vs. GTX 1080 Ti: Return of the GOAT GPU
The Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti is pretty darn good. But how does it compare to the eight-year-old GTX 1080 Ti, which many think is the greatest graphics card of all time?
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I was so freaked out by talking to this AI that I had to leave
Sesame has developed a conversational voice AI that sounded so much like a friend of mine that I just couldn't continue.
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FCC tells streaming commercials to turn down the volume
The CALM Act may have lowered the volume on TV commercials over a decade ago, but the problem is resurging on streaming services and elsewhere.
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OpenAI is still gobbling up GPUs by the thousands for ChatGPT
The newest statements from OpenAI's CEO indicates that AI is still hogging production capacity for new graphics cards.
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I braced for a flood of Echo gear at Amazon’s Alexa+ event. It didn’t happen
When will we see new Echo displays and speakers to go with the all-new AI Alexa? Amazon’s CEO just dropped a hint.
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Microsoft is killing Skype and wants you to switch to a Teams app nobody uses
Microsoft said today that it will sunset Skype, the company that popularized voice calls over the web, in favor of its own Teams app.
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New botnet malware infects 1.6 million Android TV devices worldwide
Security researchers have found a new variant of Vo1d that's recruiting Android TV devices to its evolving malware botnet.
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AMD's Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT target '4K gaming at a 1440p price'
Watch out, Nvidia? AMD reveals its Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT graphics cards, and a new FSR 4 feature built to rival DLSS.
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Trump's tariff on China is going up to 20 percent
President Trump now says that he's applying an additional 10 percent tariff to goods imported from China, and tariffs against Mexico and Canada will begin in March.
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IDC lowers 2025 PC forecast due to Trump tariffs
IDC says that tariffs imposed by President Trump plus lower PC demand will cause 2025 PC sales to be less than expected. Still, the market should grow, the research firm predicted.
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Razer, Minecraft team up for creepy Creeper PC peripherals
Razer and Microsoft's Minecraft franchise have a new mouse, keyboard, headset, and mouse pad that will accentuate your gaming PC.
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Sports streaming is too expensive, and the streamers know it
How direct-to-consumer regional sports streamers failed to deliver what people want.
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If your mouse wheel only scrolls in two directions, you're missing out
Ever wondered what advantages a mouse with a four-directionals scroll wheel has? Find out here…
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5 useful upgrades for your PC's unused PCIe slots
Empty PCIe slots in your motherboard are a waste of potential. Here are some cool PCIe cards to plug in so you can take full advantage of your PC.
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Can VPNs really save you money on hotels? I tested them to find out
VPNs can be a useful tool to combat price discrimination. Here's how to save some money when booking your next hotel online.
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I saw Alexa+ in action. Here are my 8 biggest takeaways
The new AI-supercharged Alexa is finally coming to an Echo display near you. Here’s what looks most promising—and problematic.
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Will Framework build an Arm laptop? History suggests yes
Framework has already built laptops and mainboards with multiple CPUs. So, why not a Snapdragon X Elite laptop?
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Hands-on with the Framework Desktop and Laptop 12
Framework is pushing into new form factors, with a powerful mini desktop and a budget 2-in-1 laptop. Mark Hachman goes hands-on at the launch event.
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I switched to an over-the-air TV antenna. I regret nothing
More than 60 channels for free TV, including ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC? Yes, please.
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Alexa+ will be here soon, and it will be free (for some)
More than a year after its initial unveiling, the AI-enhanced Alexa+ is about to get its close-up.
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Windows 11 24H2 now blocked on PCs running older AutoCAD software
Issues with AutoCAD 2022 have led Microsoft to block the Windows 11 24H2 on PCs with that version of the technical design tool.
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New AMD CPUs and GPUs come with free Monster Hunter Wilds
Get your fill of monster-killin' with a Ryzen or Radeon purchase! Just be aware that some of the most popular gaming CPUs aren't on the list.
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Optional Windows 11 24H2 update brings fixes and more advertising
The optional KB5052093 update for Windows 11 24H2 is rolling out with improvements and some steps backward.
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Samsung's new 9100 Pro SSD is the fastest consumer drive in the world
Samsung says the biggest versions of its new PCIe Gen 5 drive can hit 14,800 MB/s sequential write speeds. Just make room in your budget because they don't come cheap.
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uBlock Origin is dead, but these 4 ad blockers still work with Chrome
The popular uBlock Origin has stopped working in Chrome, but there are options that will keep going under the new standards.
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Framework’s first desktop PC leans into its DIY roots — and AMD’s radical Strix Halo
Framework has expanded its modular, repairable roots from laptops to desktops witj the Framework Desktop, a small-form-factor PC that uses AMD's latest Ryzen AI Max processor.
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Never say these things to ChatGPT. It could come back to bite you
AI chatbots can be super convivial and even lead you share your personal information. But doing that can be a big mistake. Here's why…
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Microsoft Word essentials: 12 features that'll make your work easier
You can't afford to overlook these helpful features. Your productivity depends on it. Take full advantage of Microsoft Word and start breezing through your work.
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Plex drops a popular feature from its new streaming apps
First launched during the height of Covid, Plex’s Watch Together feature won’t make the cut for the streamer’s revamped mobile and TV apps.![Framework 12 aims at 'janky, locked-down, disposable, underpowered, and frankly boring [laptops]'](https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/FW12-Hero-TopDown-Fmily-2_-2.png?w=300&h=200&crop=1)
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Framework 12 aims at 'janky, locked-down, disposable, underpowered, and frankly boring [laptops]'
Framework previewed the Framework Laptop 12, a budget PC with Framework's modular approach to upgrades and configuration. Its Laptop 13 has also been upgraded to include AMD's Ryzen AI 300 chip.
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ChatGPT's advanced AI costs $200/mo. It's free for Windows users now
Microsoft is making waves in the AI space, giving Windows users free access to OpenAI's o1 model, while OpenAI charges up to $200/mo for it.
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Steam Deck and other handheld PC sales estimated at 6 million
According to new research and Valve's statements, the Steam Deck is vastly outselling its competition, but it's still a fraction of the gaming market.
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Google is rolling out ChromeOS 133 to Chromebooks. Here's what's new
The update includes several minor improvements to accessibility, screen recording, and Bluetooth microphone support.
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Microsoft quietly bumped up Windows 11 24H2's CPU requirements
An 11th-generation Intel Core CPU is now required for Windows 11 version 24H2. Previously, you only needed an 8th-gen Intel CPU.
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Smash hit Balatro lands on Xbox Game Pass with new update
The poker roguelike that took the world by storm last year is now free if you subscribe to Game Pass, or just $12 to try out if you don't.
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A year of OLED monitor burn-in testing shows promising results
Monitors Unboxed tortured a 4K OLED monitor for thousands of hours to see how bad OLED burn-in really is.
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Be careful! That legit PayPal email might be a phishing scam
Clever trickery allows scammers to manipulate official PayPal emails, in the hope of gaining remote access to your PC.
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uBlock Origin is officially dead for Chrome, but ad blockers live on
Changes to Chrome nukes one of the best ad-blockers—but its replacement is still alive and kicking butt, as are other excellent alternatives.
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Eve unleashes its first smart dimmer switch, complete with Matter
The Eve Dimmer Switch works with Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings thanks to Matter.
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Microsoft's free, ad-supported Office was just a 'test'
Microsoft is taking another stab at a free Office app, allowing you to create documents in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel at the cost of some features.
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