Day: May 9, 2025

A seldom-seen "artifact" from the early days of graphics technology is currently attracting significant interest: an original Nvidia Riva TNT engineering prototype kit, packaged with a special-edition promotional lunchbox, is now available through a Heritage auction. Dating back to 1998, this set represents a transformative period for Nvidia, before the......

Security company Hive Systems has been pushing the boundaries of password cracking using the latest GPU hardware since 2020. Its most recent Hive Systems Password Table update employs the GeForce RTX 5090 to boost cracking performance against hashed passwords substantially. Should users and companies be concerned? The answer isn't entirely...

Researchers at Penn State have developed a hairlike electrode that could reshape brain monitoring by offering a discreet, non-invasive alternative to traditional electroencephalography. The device attaches directly to the scalp and allows long-term, with no rigid metal electrodes or sticky gels for long-term EEGs. Read Entire Article

Google now deploys its latest artificial intelligence advancements to detect and combat online scams more effectively. By integrating large language models into platforms like Search, Chrome, and Android, the company reports significantly better results in blocking malicious actors who try to steal money, personal information, or both. Read Entire Article

The information comes from respected YouTuber and hardware modder Geekerwan, who obtained a Switch 2 motherboard from known tipster and analyst Kurnalsalts. In a new video, Geekerwan confirms the Switch 2 runs on Nvidia's Tegra T239 SoC and shares new details about the CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage. Read Entire...

Internal sources at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) report that the administration plans to kill the Energy Star program. After serving as a "gold standard" of sorts for power efficiency in the US and elsewhere in the world, the familiar blue Energy Star label may soon vanish from the market.......

Doom: The Dark Ages is a visually stunning, action-packed shooter with addictive gameplay. While it may not reach the intensity of Doom Eternal, reviewers praise its satisfying combat and rich content, calling it a strong and worthy addition to the franchise. Check out our full benchmark review tomorrow to see...

The Razer Clio is probably the most interesting of the new trio. It offers an alternative to headphones or speakers, landing somewhere between. Read Entire Article

Apple's smartwatch shipments have seen their fifth straight quarter of falling sales, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research. The 19% YoY decline in 2024 follows a 10% drop in 2023, marking an overall 29% dip since 2022. Read Entire Article

If you rely on Windows search but are constantly frustrated by slow, inconsistent results and a cluttered UX filled with Bing results and ads, check out Everything. The lean utility delivers lightning-fast results from your file indexes with zero bloat. Read Entire Article