While Apple faces delays with its Apple Intelligence rollout and Google struggles to impress with Gemini – delivering sometimes underwhelming and mostly annoying AI search results – OpenAI is charging ahead. Read Entire Article
Intel shows off in-game AI assistant running on Core Ultra 200HX
Intel recently showcased how running generative AI programs on its new NPUs might benefit gamers. Although several companies have promoted the gaming-related potential of NPUs, these benefits remain largely unproven. Read Entire Article
Coin-sized nuclear 3V battery with 50-year lifespan enters mass production
Energy storage technology has reached a transformative milestone as the BV100, a miniature atomic energy battery, enters mass production. Popular Mechanic notes that the coin-sized cell from Beijing Betavolt New Energy Technology can provide juice lasting up to 50 years without charging or maintenance. Read Entire Article
Oracle buried serious data breach from customers, now hacker has it up for sale
Earlier this month, a threat actor going by Rose87168 claimed to have breached Oracle Cloud's federated SSO servers and exfiltrated around 6 million records, affecting over 144,000 Oracle clients. The hacker provided an internal customer list and threatened to sell the data unless clients paid to remove their data from......
In tech culture, the term “vaporware” was first used in reference to which product?
All of those who immediately think "Duke Nukem Forever," please raise your hand. Read Entire Article
Microsoft is replacing the Blue Screen of Death in Windows 11
Microsoft in a recent Windows Insider blog said the updated user interface additionally supports their goal of getting users back to productivity as fast as possible. Read Entire Article
The First Berserker: Khazan lands strong reviews, PC demo available
The First Berserker: Khazan launched to strong reviews, with critics praising its brutal, fast-paced combat and stylish, Soulslike action. While some found the story and level design lacking, most agree the satisfying boss fights and fluid mechanics make it a standout. A PC demo is available on Steam for those...
New Microsoft login screens emphasize passkeys and “passwordless” authentication
Microsoft recently announced that it is rolling out a new authentication experience for over one billion consumers. The redesign focuses on more secure login screens with a modern look. While there is a big focus on the GUI, many users will find the new authentication methods relatively standard. Read Entire...
Game developers warn GeForce RTX 4000 and 3000 owners to roll back Nvidia drivers
Since updating to Nvidia's 572.xx drivers, several RTX 40 and 30-series users have experienced problems with some new games, especially Inzoi and The First Berserker: Khazan. Issues include crashes, freezes, stuttering, and sudden frame drops. Read Entire Article
Throwback tech: Taking a closer look at the original USB-to-PS/2 adapter
The pointer shipped with a then-standard PS/2 port but also worked with USB when using the included adapter. What you may not know is that this small, green adapter was purely a mechanical component. Read Entire Article