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Through covering the latest news and performing the hands-on testing ourselves, we’re able to offer the best PC buying advice you’ll find on the internet. We do our own in-depth testing on everything from the battery life of laptops to monitor image quality. We even delve into the expanding world of the PC gaming tech with ReSpec, our biweekly deep-dive column on making your PC games look and play their best.

So, whether you’re shopping for your next laptop, reading up on the latest GPU news for your next upgrade, or just trying to take a screenshot on Mac, you’ve come to the right place.

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Generative AI

Next-gen AI breakthrough promises chatbots that can read the room better

This new AI approach teaches chatbots to focus on emotionally important words and link them to the right subject, helping them better understand nuanced messages and respond more appropriately.
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ChatGPT is not getting an erotic mode, after all

AI

Turns out, if you ask an AI to play an expert, it gets less reliable

Samsung Browser open on Microsoft laptop

Samsung brings its browser to PC with plenty of cool tricks in tow

MacBook Neo Ports

macOS 26.4 adds a neat charging feature that Windows laptops have had for years

Launchpad in macOS Sequoia.

Apple killed Launchpad, now it’s blocking your replacement

Electronics, Phone, Mobile Phone

Sony won’t bring back the Vita, but Anbernic did

Faces in a grid generated by Gemini.

AI boosted one of the worst forms of abusive content on the internet

Razer Blade 16 (2026) featured

Razer’s latest Blade 16 goes Intel-powered with better battery and performance

ASUS

Your wallet is not ready for ASUS’ new prices

ASRock

ASRock launches new 240Hz gaming monitors alongside budget 144Hz options

Dell Pro 7 2-in-1.

Dell’s latest laptops shed some weight, trim the waistline, and get sensible names

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Intel Arc pro graphics

Intel’s new Arc Pro B70 and B65 GPUs are built for AI work

Intel has launched the Arc Pro B70 and B65 GPUs, designed for AI inference and professional workloads, featuring up to 32 GB of GDDR6 memory and full PCIe 5.0 support.
gemini-google-tv-update

Gemini on Google TV can now answer your questions, teach concepts, and deliver sports briefs

Google is adding Gemini features to Google TV that let you ask questions, explore topics, and stay updated with sports briefs, all in one place.
Text, Logo, Computer

ChatGPT can now give you real-time weather updates with AccuWeather

ChatGPT gets real-time weather support through a new AccuWeather app, letting users check forecasts, alerts, and live conditions directly within conversations.
Chatbot on a smartphone.

Gemini, ChatGPT and most other AI chatbots think alike, and it’s bad for human creativity

AI chatbots may feel creative on their own, but new research shows they often converge on the same ideas, raising concerns that relying on them could quietly narrow human creativity.
Shopify ChatGPT shopping experience.

You can now browse Shopify stores and shop directly in ChatGPT

OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT‘s shopping capabilities, and it’s now making it easier to browse Shopify-powered brand stores and buy products through a more flexible checkout experience. The update builds on the company’s push into “agentic commerce,” aimed at improving product discovery and streamlining purchases. Is OpenAI moving away from Instant Checkout? OpenAI first introduced ChatGPT’s […]
Person, Wristwatch, Car

This AI checks if your driving habits signal crash risk

This AI model analyzes eye tracking, heart rate, and personality traits to flag high-risk drivers before they hit the road, potentially reshaping how fleets screen candidates and approach safety.
spotify

Spotify says AI slop is flooding your music feed, adds artist control tool

Spotify is testing a new tool that lets artists approve songs before release, as AI-generated spam and fraud expose how easily fake tracks can hijack profiles and distort payouts.
ChatGPT file management features.

ChatGPT is getting a much-needed upgrade for managing your files

OpenAI is rolling out a new Library tab and Recent files menu in ChatGPT, making it easier to find, reuse, and work with files across conversations.
Sprout Robot

Amazon adds a cute humanoid to its robot lineup

Sprout blends AI smarts with a friendly face.
WWDC 2026 poster

WWDC 2026: Everything we expect from Apple’s June event 

From Siri 2.0 and iOS 27's stability overhaul to the HomePad and Mac Studio M5 Ultra, here's every major announcement expected at Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote.
openai-sora-price-free-limit

OpenAI kills the Sora AI video app, and it likely won’t ever return

Merely six months after it launched as a standalone app, the Sora AI video generator app is riding into the sunset. The move is pretty surprising, as Google has ramped up its AI video efforts with Veo, while Chinese AI labels continue to deliver impressive results with products such as the viral Seedance AI video […]
HP Announces High-Performance PCs

HP refreshes EliteBook lineup and introduces new AI workstations

HP has launched new EliteBooks and Z workstations with AI-focused performance, improved mobility, and enhanced enterprise security features.
Man playing Counter Strike on PC Monitor Gaming

I miss when upgrading your gaming PC felt exciting instead of financially stupid

I wanted to think about my next PC upgrade. Instead, 2026 keeps making the whole hobby feel harder to justify.
jensen nvidia CEO

Nvidia chief Jensen Huang says we’ve achieved AGI. But what on Earth is it?

Jensen Huang’s claim that AGI is already here has reignited debate, with experts still divided on what actually qualifies as human level artificial intelligence.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

macOS 26.4 is out now with subtle upgrades and a big hint about the future

macOS 26.4 is now available with new emoji, battery charge limits, Safari tweaks, and performance fixes, but no major Siri AI upgrades yet.
MacBook Air M4 15-inch deal

Don’t sleep on the M4 MacBook Air: 24GB RAM, a 15-inch Retina display, and $300 off thanks to the M5 launch

The Apple MacBook Air 15-inch with M4 chip and 24GB unified memory is down to $1,299 at Amazon, a 19% saving off its $1,599 list price. Here's why it's still one of the best laptops you can buy.
NCAA basketball game capture.

Playing with AI: My Sweet 16 is still pretty sweet

(NOTE: This article is part of an ongoing series documenting an experiment with using AI to fill the NCAA brackets and see how it fares against years of human experience. The original article is as follows.) After the first two rounds, I am at the top of both my friends’ pool with sixty entries and my […]
Claude login screen shown on iPhone

Claude can now autonomously handle chores on your PC without any fussy OpenClaw setup

Claude can now use your computer on your behalf, clicking, scrolling, and navigating apps to complete tasks while you focus on other things. No complicated setup required.
Wi-Fi router

The US government just banned all foreign-made Wi-Fi routers

The FCC has added all foreign-made routers to its national security "Covered List," meaning no new foreign-produced routers can be sold in the US.
laptop sitting on table

LG’s next-gen 120Hz display promises a huge jump in laptop battery life

LG Display has started mass production of a laptop panel that automatically drops to 1Hz when your screen is idle, delivering up to 48% better battery life.
RAI Institute's Roadrunner robot tackling a set of steps.

RAI’s amazing Roadrunner robot leaves humanoids behind

The robot's ease of movement is sure to surprise.
OpenAI

You may start seeing ads in ChatGPT but brands aren’t sure they work

OpenAI’s early ChatGPT ads are raising concerns as advertisers struggle to measure performance.
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