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HP forced callers to wait 15 minutes before connecting to support staff
The policy was apparently meant to drive callers away from human support staff and onto online guides. It's allegedly been rescinded since the news first broke.
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Asus' newest mouse smells weird (because it's full of scented oil)
You can fill the Fragrance Mouse with fragrance. I dunno what else you want me to tell you.
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Gmail is killing SMS-based 2FA login codes in favor of this instead
SMS-based two-factor authentication has security issues. That's why Google is finally replacing it with something better soon.
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Some RTX 50-series GPUs are missing ROP hardware, Nvidia confirms
Some users have spotted missing hardware on their RTX 5090 and 5070 Ti cards. It appears to be a manufacturing defect. Fortunately, it's covered under warranty.
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Chrome's AI can block threats and swap bad passwords. Hooray?
Google (and other tech companies) are touting AI as part of their security upgrades. It’s a good thing—but not for the reason they say.
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4K webcams make you look like a pro. But does that outweigh the cons?
Before you shell out cash on a 4K webcam, here are several factors to weigh to decide whether you can justify the price.
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Windows tests long-awaited changes to Start, Share, and Search
Microsoft released two test builds of Windows 11, making changes to some of its fundamental apps and interfaces like the Start menu, its Share interface, and Search.
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Unblockable ads now litter Microsoft's Windows Surface app
Microsoft's Surface app within Windows 11 now looks like a Black Friday circular, with seemingly unblockable ads trying to sell you a variety of PC accessories and software subscriptions.
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4 things to expect at Amazon’s AI Alexa event
Is Amazon’s AI-supercharged Alexa finally ready for prime time? We're about to find out.
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Microsoft's new Majorana 1 chip is a quantum computing breakthrough
Microsoft has made a significant advancement in quantum computing, which could pave the way for solutions to complex industrial problems.
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Make sure you update your AM5 motherboard for the Ryzen 9 9950X3D
MSI issued a whole press release for a BIOS update. Based on experience, I suggest you don't ignore it if you're due for an upgrade.
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GTA V for PC will get ray tracing and more with big visual update in March
Grand Theft Auto V players on PC will get some of the visual splendor that their PlayStation and Xbox counterparts have been enjoying for a while now.
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Lenovo laptops get an F rating for repairability
The PIRG's anual report on laptop repairability skewers Lenovo, while Asus and Acer laptops are pretty good.
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A cheaper YouTube Premium plan is coming 'soon' for users in the US
YouTube Premium Lite is reportedly set to launch soon. However, no word yet on price or launch date.
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Windows 11 Remote Desktop issues? You aren't alone. Here's what you can do
If RDP is giving you problems in Windows 11, there are a few workarounds you can try to fix it.
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Shopping for Google’s cheapest TV streamers? Good luck with that
Time is running out to find the affordable Chromecast with Google TV at retail, but there are alternatives.
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ExpressVPN: The first 5 settings you need to change
Change these settings to optimize your privacy, increase connection speeds and security, and get the most out of ExpressVPN.
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Your gaming monitor specs could be deceiving you
Here's why your gaming monitor has kick-ass specs but still performs poorly.
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The truth about PC gaming on SSDs vs. HDDs, tested with real data
If you're still gaming on an HDD in 2025, it's time to level up to an SSD. I did some testing with modern games to show how much faster it can actually be for you.
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Google's powerful 'Deep Research' Gemini AI arrives in Workspace
After launching its intensive Deep Research AI for Gemini Pro users last December, Google is now bringing that capability to Workspace subscribers as well.
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Stop being tricked by AI fakery. Here are the red flags to look for
AI-generated content is getting more realistic by the day, making it hard to separate fact from fiction. If you're sick of getting fooled, then you'll want to look out for these identifying traits.
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Firefox 135 update fixes security flaws and some crash issues
The latest update features some security fixes as well as some other bug fixes.
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New Ring Outdoor Cam Plus promises to deliver 2K resolution
The mid-priced security camera can be deployed indoors or out and has AC, battery, and solar power options.
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Microsoft is paywalling these features in Notepad and Paint
Two iconic Windows apps will have certain features restricted if you don't have an active Microsoft 365 subscription.
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This outdoor security camera brings Matter connectivity outside
The weatherized Camera Hub G5 Pro from Aqara packs a hub for Zigbee and Matter devices, effectively bringing Matter connectivity to outdoor areas.
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Nvidia, Newegg try to keep RTX 50-series cards away from scalpers
New reservation programs are offering to let real (or at least verified) buyers get access to new GPUs. But how many cards are actually reserved?
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Nvidia's RTX 5070 Ti sells out instantly, surprising no one
Less than an hour after the new Nvidia card's launch, all US online retailers are completely out of stock.
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Asking a Google speaker to play Amazon Music tunes just got easier
Teeing up Amazon Music tracks on a Google Nest smart speaker used to involve jumping through hoops, but not anymore.
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I used to get back pain from office work. These 5 desk accessories fixed it
Working at a desk all day can be back-breaking. These simple accessories can help to reduce and prevent posture-related back pain.
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Chip tariffs will hit 25 percent by April — and then go higher
According to reports, President Trump plans to assess a 25 percent tariff on chips beginning in April, then raise the tariff even higher to force foreign chipmakers to relocate to the United States.
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5 new Windows 11 features should hit your PC soon
Microsoft's recent Windows 11 Release Preview build is a clear signal that any features it contains will hit your PC soon. Here's what Microsoft is promising.
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This high-risk keylogger malware is a growing threat to Windows users
Security researchers have noticed a marked increase in Snake keylogger attacks against Windows users.
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X nearly doubles the price of Premium+ plan after Grok-3 AI update
Despite going from $22/month to $40/month, it still doesn't grant full access to the AI chatbot's features.
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Nvidia's new RTX 50-series cards have issues playing older PhysX games
Some graphically intense PC games from 2005 to 2013 have issues showing off their prowess on cards like the RTX 5090.
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Eufy’s latest smart lock is literally a palm reader
Rather than relying on a PIN or a fingerprint reader, the Eufy FamiLock S3 Max scans the veins in your palm to verify your identity.
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Microsoft is replacing human gamers (and even games) with AI
Microsoft has developed an AI model called the World and Human Action Model (WHAM), aka Muse, which it's using to replace human gamers in video-game development. But is the future of gaming pure AI?
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Asus' new eGPU, with up to RTX 5090, goes on sale next week
The new Asus ROG XG Mobile eGPU, packed with Thunderbolt 5 capabilities, is almost here. Get ready to juice up your laptop's performance.
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Firefox extends Windows 7 support again, for at least another six months
Mozilla will continue to support older Windows operating systems for a few more months.
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Upgrading your laptop? Focus on these 3 parts for the biggest gains
You can't upgrade everything in a laptop, but these three parts offer the most potential gain and are worth considering.
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Broadcom and TSMC are in talks to split up Intel between them
Broadcom and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) are considering a potential takeover of Intel.
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Don't buy an external SSD. Make your own for cheap instead!
A little legwork can get you a lot more for your money.
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RTX 5050, 5060, 5060 Ti spotted in regulator records
Newer, and hopefully cheaper, Nvidia graphics cards might be just around the corner.
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A Windows app that could make PC setup as easy as phones? Yes, please!
Two Windows hackers have unearthed code, called MigrationApp or Windows Migrate, that could allow users setting up a new PC to easily copy all of their data from an older device, something that Windows still can't do.
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Nearly 45% of Steam users still on Windows 10 despite looming deadline
Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 in October, which is right around the corner.
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xAI launches new Grok-3 AI model with DeepSearch reasoning
The company claims that this new AI model is "in a league of its own" and beats all its AI chatbot rivals.
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Google Chrome adds real-time AI protection against dangerous content
Chrome now uses AI to identify suspicious or dangerous sites, downloads, and extensions on the fly.
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Fujitsu's custom kumiko wood inlay laptop is one of a kind
To celebrate 50 million manufactured PCs, Fujitsu comissioned an incredible work of art with traditional Japanese woodworking techniques.
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Windows 11's February update breaks File Explorer and more
The KB5051987 update for Windows 11 24H2 is causing problems for users. Some can't download it while others are experiencing broken system features. Here's what you can do.
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Spotify’s lossless audio may finally arrive soon, but it won’t be cheap
Spotify HiFi might finally be coming after a nearly four-year wait, but word is it won’t come cheap.
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