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Windows 11 finally lets you name your own Home folder
It's currently only available in the latest preview build, and it's done via the Windows Setup Experience.
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The 6G vision: Fewer dead zones, smarter networks, and built-in 'radar'
The next generation of mobile networks is expected to be rolled out in a few years. But what exactly is 6G — and how will it affect users?
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My ADHD brain can't stop at night. These screen-time fixes help
My late-night screen habits used to wreck me. Here's what helped.
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Nvidia calls DLSS 5 the 'GPT moment' for graphics in PC games
The next version of DLSS is coming this fall, and will add a realistic, generative "AI" filter on top of regular game graphics.
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MSI raising PC prices up to 30% as memory crisis drags on
MSI also said it's prioritizing more expensive, high-margin hardware, even as it boosts output of DDR4 motherboards.
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Claude AI can now explain concepts with interactive visuals
This new feature is rolling out to all Claude users, even those on the free plan.
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Anthropic is doubling Claude AI limits during off-peak hours
If you haven’t tried Claude yet or want to tinker with a “frontier” AI model, now’s the time.
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Mislabeled Ryzen CPUs spotted in Chuwi laptops
An investigation into budget laptops shows a Ryzen 5000 CPU when they were advertised with Ryzen 7000 chips.
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Gaming desktop PCs get plastic surgery in the RAM crisis
V-Color has announced "1+1" RAM kits with a single DDR5 desktop module paired to a dummy module, to soothe the egos of cash-strapped PC gamers.
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Report: Microsoft rethinks AI ambitions in Windows 11 after pushback
Promised AI features are being put on hold while existing AI features are being reduced or removed.
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Vibe coding apps taught me how hard real coding is
“Garbage in, garbage out” applies just as much to AI-assisted vibe coding as it does to old-fashioned software development, as I learned the hard way.
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Happy Pi day! Here's 10 practical Raspberry Pi projects anybody can do
Looking for something to do with a Raspberry Pi mini-PC? These easy and practical projects are good for all levels, even beginners. Streaming. Gaming. Networking. Even printing!
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AMD wants you to buy a $2,000 'agent PC' just for AI
AMD is pitching an "agent PC" as a secondary PC that sits on your desk 24/7 and runs AI apps. It's a cool idea, but is now the right time?
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Windows 11 paves the way for eye-melting 1,000Hz monitors
A preview update for Windows 11 allows Windows to use 1,000Hz displays which largely don't exist yet, but could set the stage for ultrasmooth productivity and gaming.
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Ditching ads on Amazon Prime Video will cost more soon
Amazon is hiking the price for ad-free Prime Video streaming, while with-ads viewers will lose a key feature.
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Xbox Ally X gets smoother gameplay with AutoSR update
Microsoft plans to release a preview of AutoSR for the Xbox Ally X handheld console, which will improve gameplay using AI upscaling.
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OpenAI's Sora AI video generator is coming to ChatGPT soon
Adding video generation to ChatGPT would be a big move, but it could also affect the pricing of ChatGPT in the long run.
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AI is changing PC graphics. Microsoft wants DirectX ready
DirectX, the Microsoft technology that allows PC games to talk to your gaming hardware, is going to build in support for the AI technologies that graphics vendors are already using.
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Emergency update for Chrome patches two zero-day vulnerabilities
Two days after releasing Chrome 146, Google's unscheduled update addresses two security flaws that are already being exploited in the wild.
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Will Apple’s MacBook Neo kill budget PC laptops—or save them?
Apple’s new $599 laptop will shock this segment of the PC market, one way or the other.
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9 cheap or free ways to make your old PC run faster
If your old workhorse of a PC is starting to slow down in its old age, these low (or no-) cost tricks can help put some pep in its processing step.
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'The era of bargain-priced PCs is behind us'
Analyst firm IDC has lowered its PC forecast for 2026, declaring the age of PC bargains over thanks to rising RAM prices. And it may get worse.
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Alexa’s adults-only ‘Sassy’ personality just roasted my smart home setup
The new voice lets Alexa drop profanities, pile on the sarcasm, and generally speak her truth. I kind of…liked it?
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Now Copilot wants to check your vitals, too
Joining the likes of Claude and ChatGPT, Copilot Health seeks to decipher medical data from your Apple Watch, your doctor, and other sources.
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Microsoft Edge is getting desktop shortcuts for user profiles
Starting May 2026, you'll be able to easily launch Edge with a particular user profile in mind.
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Windows 11 just got a bunch of new features with March's update
Among other features, you can now use WebP images for your desktop background.
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Your Windows 11 PC is about to feel a lot more like an Xbox
Starting April 2026, Microsoft will roll out Xbox Mode to all Windows 11 PCs for console-like gaming, a full-screen interface, and easy controller use.
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Gemini just became your new Google Maps buddy
The new Ask Maps feature lets you query Gemini about your travel plans and destinations, complete with natural-language answers.
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MLB and ESPN blew up baseball streaming. Here's help
MLB streaming guide for 2026: In-market options, MLB.TV, ESPN, and more.
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Your forgotten email accounts are more dangerous than you think
Forgotten email accounts are like open backdoors for hackers. Learn how to protect yourself, expose silent killers, and securely delete old accounts.
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Google's still struggling to crack PC gaming
Google is making moves as part of Google Play for PC, but they feel miles behind the competition.
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Microsoft outs Xbox Project Helix: 'We want to break down the artificial barriers between PC and console'
Microsoft committed to shipping its next-gen console to developers in 2027, and listed several of its features. They should look familiar to PC gamers.
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Microsoft listens: Teams users will get relief from unwanted emails soon
The change will begin starting June 1st, 2026.
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Make any image editable with Canva's Magic Layers
Canva's new Magic Layers technology promises to understand the structure of an image and allow you to edit any part of it you want, including editable text.
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ChatGPT quietly fixed its most annoying habit
The questions at the end of ChatGPT's responses used to drive me nuts. A subtle change has made those follow-ups way more chill.
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Asus CEO says the MacBook Neo is pretty great
Surprise surprise, Apple's $600 laptop is a hit with reviewers and early buyers, and it seems PC manufacturers are justifiably worried.
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Windows 11's new internet speed test is just a shortcut to Bing
If you were hoping for a local network speed test, you'll be sorely disappointed.
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Microsoft's March 2026 update fixes 80+ security vulnerabilities
This month's Patch Tuesday brings over 80 fixes for various security vulnerabilities. Fortunately, none are actively being exploited in the wild yet.
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Steam delivered 2 billion Blu-rays worth of downloads in 2025
According to Valve's staggering data, PC gamers downloaded 100 exabytes of data (100 milion terabytes) on the platform last year.
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Intel's cheaper, faster new Core Ultra CPUs still have a lot to prove
Intel announces the Core Ultra 200S Plus (Arrow Lake Refresh), the second at-bat for Intel's Arrow Lake desktop processor. But after striking out the first time, can we believe Intel's claims?
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6 risky battery charging mistakes (and what to do in case of fire)
Underestimating the risk of battery fires? Find out why charging on carpet is dangerous, how to charge batteries correctly, and what really helps in an emergency.
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I replaced Netflix with Blu-rays for a week. It was liberating!
There's something truly special about physical media. My detox from streaming services reignited my appreciation for films and TV shows.
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Lenovo's new ThinkPad laptops get a perfect iFixit repair score
The latest updates to the ThinkPad T-series get a 10 out of 10 for repairability from iFixit.
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ChatGPT can now identify songs for you
OpenAI has integrated Shazam into ChatGPT via an app, which can recognize and identify songs playing in the surrounding environment.
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Your next laptop might cost 40% more
Laptop prices could jump a lot in 2026 thanks to expensive RAM and CPUs.
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Nvidia's dynamic frame gen will max out your monitor on March 31
The new tech will allow up to 6x frame generation, and automatically adjust the factor to hit framerate targets.
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Windows 11's File Explorer is getting rounded tweaks
The changes are small, but they bring File Explorer closer in line with the rest of the operating system's aesthetic.
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AI 'brain fry' is real: Stress, fatigue, and errors, study shows
According to a Harvard Business Review study, too much AI tool usage can be detrimental to productivity and mental well-being.
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Conduent hack exposed 25 million medical, Social Security records
You may not know who Conduent is. But it could know a lot of private details about you…that it leaked to hackers.
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