After a year of detailed leaks and rumors, Valve has finally pulled back the curtain on several new hardware products. Starting sometime in the first quarter of next year, users will be able to bring SteamOS into the living room or strap it to their faces while playing with redesigned......
Google Play will soon penalize Android apps that use too much battery
Google is asking developers to "raise the bar" on battery efficiency. New Android metrics will give programmers deeper insight into how their apps consume power – but they'll need to act quickly. Apps that drain excessive energy without justification will soon face reduced visibility on the Play Store. Read Entire...
Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine are licensing their voices to AI
Actors Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine are partnering with AI audio company ElevenLabs to produce virtual replications of their voices. The collaboration lets both actors explore new ways to share stories while giving creators and companies controlled access to their vocal likenesses. Read Entire Article
Transhumanism “bullshit” is hindering legit neurotech research, experts warn
Today's wealthiest technology corporations are chasing transhumanist fantasies under the guidance of science-illiterate leaders, instead of investing more in practical technological solutions. Neurotech experts warn against the "distracted" ideas promoted by Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and other billionaires seeking a transhumanist workaround to nature's planned obsolescence of the human body....
The 2025 Framework Laptop 16 debuts to strong reviews, offers modular GPU upgrade
The Framework Laptop 16 remains the most repairable and upgradable notebook on the market. This year's model introduces a modular GPU option, allowing users to swap in an RTX 5070 for extra performance and future flexibility. While praised for its innovation, price remains steep. Read Entire Article
Analogue’s Nintendo 64 4K remake finally ships November 18 after repeated delays
The Nintendo 64 clone was first teased in 2023 with a due date of late 2024. Once formally introduced, Analogue said the system would ship in time for the holidays… then in Q1 of the following year. Unfortunately, the console maker was unable to meet these deadlines and ended up......
The Lighthouse lawsuit is Google’s boldest move yet against organized cybercrime
Google has launched a sweeping legal challenge against a China-based network accused of selling subscription software that enables large-scale phishing operations. Financial Times notes that the search giant's civil complaint, filed in the Southern District of New York, names the operators of a system known as "Lighthouse," which Google says......
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti drops to $729
With the RTX 50 Super lineup likely delayed, now might be a good time to upgrade your setup. The MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is currently available on Newegg for $729, some $20 below MSRP. The deal also includes Black Friday price protection, ensuring you'll be refunded the difference...
The rise and fall of Tank the hacker who built the Zeus cybercrime empire
Penchukov's criminal career began in Donetsk, Ukraine, where his technical skills and charismatic leadership helped him assemble a tight-knit group of hackers. He distinguished himself less through programming expertise than by fostering connections and trust among cybercriminals, which allowed him to evade capture for years. Read Entire Article
US Catholic bishops will elect a new leader and contend with Trump’s immigration tactics
The United States’ Catholic bishops are set to elect their next president and vice president in Baltimore