The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency warns that hackers are actively targeting Signal, WhatsApp, and other encrypted messaging apps with commercial spyware that exploits specific phones and account vulnerabilities. The alert describes phishing attempts, app impersonation, and zero-click exploits aimed at high-value users, often using commercial toolsets comparable to......
Windows Notepad will soon support tables because why leave well enough alone
Notepad recently gained new formatting capabilities, including support for tables. Redmond developers described table support as an expansion of the editor's "lightweight" formatting features. Users can now quickly insert tables in documents to improve note composition using the new "Table" option in the formatting toolbar or by entering the correct......
BMW, GM, and startups are rethinking EV motors to reduce rare-earth dependence
Automakers are pursuing two broad strategies to protect their EV programs. One is to secure rare-earth supply outside China; the other is to eliminate or sharply reduce rare-earth use inside the vehicle by switching to alternative motor and magnet technologies. Read Entire Article
Timesplitters Rewind is finally available (for free), after 13 years in development hell
TimeSplitters Rewind, which you can download free of charge from the website, is described as a greatest hits collection of maps, modes, leagues, challenges and story content from the originals. The Unreal Engine-powered remake isn't three separate games, but a single title that attempts to capture the spirit of the......
Only the best Black Friday tech deals, as handpicked by TechSpot’s staff
It's that time of year, when companies slash their prices in the run-up to the holidays, starting with the Thanksgiving weekend. With so many offers available, finding the best discounts is not easy. As we do every year, we have reviewed hundreds of potential tech deals to bring you a......
Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 aims for near-flagship power without Elite pricing
Qualcomm is positioning the chip as the practical counterpoint to its Elite-branded silicon, emphasizing how much performance it can deliver at a lower cost. The company claims roughly one-third faster CPU performance and a double-digit GPU uplift over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while acknowledging that peak clocks and headline......
Apple set to reclaim title as world’s biggest smartphone maker thanks to iPhone 17 surge
According to Counterpoint Research, iPhone sales will grow 10 percent this year, fueled by strong demand in the US, China, and India. Meanwhile, Samsung's smartphone business is projected to grow 4.6 percent, driven by Galaxy S25 and Z Fold 7 sales. Both companies are on track to beat the measly......
Indie games on Steam are getting cheaper, and the $10 hit is taking over
Recent analysis from the GameDiscoverCo newsletter has uncovered a trend of falling game prices on Steam. A wave of successful titles with MSRPs under $10 appears to be a primary cause. Read Entire Article
Amazon is building a massive $50 billion AI cloud for the US government
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the addition of nearly 1.3 gigawatts of computing capacity to its existing infrastructure for government-focused high-performance computing. Amazon plans to spend "up to" $50 billion on the new data-center facilities, which are expected to break ground in 2026. The investment will expand the AWS......
Google is working on Android-based “Aluminium OS” to replace ChromeOS on laptops
Google mentioned the new OS in a job listing (since deleted) for a senior product manager for Android laptops and tablets. The listing states that the candidate will work on an Android-based operating system called Aluminium, "built with artificial intelligence at its core," suggesting deep integration with Gemini. Read Entire...