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New free-to-play Steam games: Here’s how to play them

Steam has added yet more free-to-play games to its already massive library. Here are some of the coolest-looking ones.
MSI Claw 8 connected to a monitor

MSI’s powerful Steam Deck rival gets a global release and higher price tag

The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is a powerful competitor to the Steam Deck, and a limited edition version launches July 15.
RTX 5090 Dhahab Edition.

Asus’ new RTX 5090 might be the most ridiculous GPU ever, and it costs $10,000

This version of the RTX 5090 might just be the most expensive, and it's certainly the fanciest.
The back of the Intel Arc B580 graphics card.

Intel Arc GPU users lose Deep Link features as support ends without notice

The decision could be due to limited adoption of Deep Link features
Setting up Wi-Fi on an iPhone.

Apple could soon fix Wi-Fi access woes across all your devices

Apple is reportedly working on a new system that will sync customer Wi-Fi log-in forms across all devices so that you have to fill it in only once.
The FTC logo on a building.

It might be a while longer before you can easily cancel subscriptions

The FTC has delayed the start of specific provisions in its Negative Option Rule until July 14.
Suneast SSD

The world’s smallest SSD is almost impossibly tiny

A Japanese company has announced the world's smallest SSD.
The new Surface Pro on a table.

Microsoft Surface Laptop and Pro raise the price barrier for budget shoppers

Microsoft is no longer directly selling the $999 models of the Surface Pro and Laptop, raising their entry-price to $1,200 by pulling the 256GB storage models.
A cute dog.

AI could soon speak dog and cat

Your pets may not have much to say beyond demands for food and walks, but wouldn't it be great to understand exactly what they're trying to tell us?
ChatGPT giving a response about its knowledge cutoff.

Tired of monthly payments? ChatGPT could soon offer a lifetime subscription

Code found in the latest ChatGPT build suggests more subscription plans are on the way.
Fingers holding an Intel 285K.

Intel just cut the price of some of its best CPUs by $100

Intel just offered a deep price cut on some of its best processors, but not all models are included.
Asus ROG Ally 2, the Xbox version.

Asus’ upcoming ROG Ally 2 could be the Xbox handheld we’ve all been waiting for

It seems that the Xbox handheld might be less of a dream and more of a reality, given the latest leaks. We just got new leaked images of the Asus ROG Ally 2, which will rival some of the best gaming handhelds, and there’s a major surprise in there for Xbox fans. We’ve been hearing […]
A chip with the Nvidia logo.

Nvidia and MediaTek’s Arm chip could mean cheaper AI laptops

Both chip makers will reportedly launch a new Arm chip later this month
An abstract image of a person and a blue background.

AI enables slain man to address courtroom at killer’s sentencing

In what’s believed to be a world first, artificial intelligence (AI) has allowed a slain man to address his killer at the sentencing hearing.
OnePlus Pad showing Outlook

Classic Outlook will soon be easier to use in Windows 11

Microsoft will soon let Windows 11 users open classic Outlook directly without switching, making it easier to keep the older app.
Two RTX 4060 graphics cards sitting next to each other.

Nvidia’s upcoming RTX 5060 gets an official price and release date

We finally know the official release date and price for Nvidia's RTX 5060. The mainstream GPU is right around the corner.
The RX 7600 XT graphics card on a pink background.

We just got our first glimpse of AMD’s RX 9060 XT, but many questions remain

AMD's RX 9060 XT is still an enigma, but the card just made its first appearance in a retail listing.
Color options for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch.

Surface Laptop 13 is Microsoft’s lightest yet, with MacBook-beating battery life

The updated Surface Laptop is smaller, lighter, and a $100 cheaper than the MacBook Air. It also touts a battery life that handsomely bests its Apple rival.
Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch, stylus, and keyboard.

Microsoft’s new Surface Pro is smaller, lighter, and more stylus-friendly

The new 12-inch Surface Pro introduces a fresh design language for Microsoft's tablet and keyboard, alongside a more convenient stylus charging system.
Taiwan Semiconductor

Your future smartphone just got a major performance and battery boost

TSMC is aiming to mass produce 2nm chips by Q4 2025
Star Wars-themed RTX 5090.

You can now win a one-of-a-kind RTX 5090, but you need to be quick

Nvidia's RTX 5090 is really expensive, but you can try your luck at winning a one-of-a-kind version of the card now.
Leaked Surface Pro 12 press renders

Microsoft’s next Surface devices to be smaller, cheaper and Arm-ready

Microsoft might launch new budget Surface devices powered by Qualcomm's Arm processors
Android 16 logo on Google Pixel 6a kept on the edge of a table.

Android’s desktop mode for phones is taking shape, and it looks familiar

The latest beta build of Android 16 has given us a glimpse of the next-gen desktop mode that Google is currently developing for Android phones.
Google AI Mode

You can now interact with Google’s AI Mode in search results

Google has begun rolling out its AI Mode to Search users in the US.
Passkey sign in for Microsoft account.

Microsoft accounts will push you to ditch passwords and use a passkey

Passkeys are the new default for Microsoft accounts. So long, passwords!
Image editing in Gemini app

New Gemini update puts a handy AI image feature on your phone

Google's Gemini AI now supports image editing directly in the app.
World's iris-scanning orb.

Wanna scan your iris for crypto? Sam Altman’s orb comes to U.S.

OpenAI chief Sam Altman launched his World crypto project in 2023, and now it’s coming to the U.S. in a big way.
Doom Guy in Doom: The Dark Ages.

You can get DOOM: The Dark Ages for free if you buy one of these Nvidia GPUs

Nvidia's new GPU + DOOM: The Dark Ages bundle lets you save $99 and gets you in the game quicker.
The Ayaneo Pocket S2

Ayaneo’s new Android handheld packs a screen upgrade and a faster chip

Ayaneo Pocket S2 is an Android handheld that comes with many upgrades. We now know when to expect it.
Google's Little Language Lessons

Google coming for Duolingo as it launches language learning feature

Google's latest feature is an AI tool to help you learn a language.
A Colorful EVOL X17 Pro Max laptop on a green background.

Nvidia’s upcoming laptop GPU could be a major upgrade for gamers

Nvidia's RTX 5060 is on the way to laptops, and we're finally starting to see some benchmarks that help us compare it to its predecessor.
Google video explaining Audio Overview languages.

Google adds Spanish and French to NotebookLM in huge language update

Google has added over 50 new languages to its popular AI-generated podcast feature in NotebookLM.
The Alienware AW3425DW 34-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor plugged with a gaming PC

Alienware’s new 34-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor is faster and cheaper than before

The Alienware AW3425DW QD-OLED monitor offers faster refresh rate and a lower price tag.
Amazon's Project Kuiper Satellite payload.

When will Amazon be able to really challenge SpaceX’s Starlink service?

Amazon has just put its first Project Kuiper internet satellites into orbit, but when can it start to properly compete with SpaceX's Starlink?