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DIYer creates ‘RTX 5090 countermeasures’ with cabling spaghetti to mitigate 16-pin meltdowns — system automatically shuts down when the overcurrent protection is triggered
A DIY “RTX 5090 Countermeasures” system to prevent connector thermal damage implements a lot of wiring.
2025-08-16 17:01
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Windows 11 File Explorer is getting a bunch of useful new buttons
Windows 11's File Explorer is getting a bunch of new buttons that will make its Home page a lot more convenient. Read more...
2025-08-16 16:28
Intel's unannounced Core Ultra 7 254V Lunar Lake chip leaks out in new benchmarks — scores worse than entry-level Core Ultra 5 228V in early multi-core tests, but on par in single-core
A new Lunar Lake chips has leaked, the Core Ultra 7 254V, showing up on PassMark with middling multi-core benchmark scores that place it even below the base Core Ultra 5 228V. Single-core scores are on par with other Core Ultra 7 chips but we don't get...
2025-08-16 16:24
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NVIDIA and AMD will pay 15% for the right to sell to China in Trump's AI chip tax — "America cannot repeat 5G and lose telecommunication leadership"
Just a couple of weeks after the US government rescinded the ban on NVIDIA's H20 AI chip sales to China, it was announced that both NVIDIA and AMD will hand over 15% of their revenue from specific AI GPUs in order to receive export licenses.
2025-08-16 16:14
ERMAC V3.0 Banking Trojan Source Code Leak Exposes Full Malware Infrastructure
Cybersecurity researchers have detailed the inner workings of an Android banking trojan called ERMAC 3.0, uncovering serious shortcomings in the operators' infrastructure. "The newly uncovered version 3.0 reveals a significant evolution of the malware,...
2025-08-16 16:11
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Snipping Tool will soon let you draw on the screen before taking a screenshot
Windows 11's default screenshot-taking app is getting an interesting feature, which will be useful for those who frequently draw on their screenshots. Read more...
2025-08-16 16:06
OpenAI pulling GPT-4o from ChatGPT felt like a free hit to get us hooked — now it's locked behind a $20/month paywall
OpenAI’s decision to abruptly deprecate GPT-4o after the launch of ChatGPT-5 felt like a strategic mistake, made worse by burying it behind a $20/month paywall.
2025-08-16 16:04
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed the heartbreaking truth behind its users’ attachment to previous ChatGPT models — "This was great for my mental health"
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently revealed that users are attached to GPT-5's predecessors for emotional support, further claiming that they've perhaps never experienced that before.
2025-08-16 16:02
Microsoft finally adds dark mode for Windows 11’s legacy file operation dialogs (hands on)
Microsoft is testing dark mode for Windows 11's legacy dialogs, starting with file operations such as copy, delete, cut, move, etc. The post Microsoft finally adds dark mode for Windows 11’s legacy file operation dialogs (hands on) appeared first on ...
2025-08-16 15:53
Nvidia says H20 export controls didn’t stop China’s AI progress — claims 'they only stifled U.S. economic and technology leadership'
Nvidia shared an opinion piece by Aaron Ginn, co-founder of AI company Hydra Host, stating that despite the U.S.’s export controls on Nvidia’s H20 chips, China continued to achieve AI breakthroughs.
2025-08-16 15:37
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Simple unofficial Windows 11 requirements bypass app for unsupported PCs gets ISO upgrade
A popular tool for bypassing Windows 11 requirements on unsupported Windows 10 PCs has received new features with its latest update. Read more...
2025-08-16 15:20
With GTA 6, next-gen exclusives, and a console comeback on the horizon, Xbox risks sitting on the sidelines — here's why
Hardware definitely isn't Xbox's focus anymore, but with all of its extra-curricular distractions, it could end up missing this easy opportunity to actually sell more Xbox Series X|S consoles than usual.
2025-08-16 15:12
You can now buy replacement trackball balls in red, blue, black, and violet colors — compatible with Logitech, Kensington, Elecom, and ProtoArc mice
Replacement trackball balls in red, blue, black, and violet are now available for sale.
2025-08-16 14:43
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Anthropic updates policy to tackle new agentic AI risks
Anthropic has updated its Usage Policy to reflect new risks posed by the introduction of agentic AI. It also updated its political prohibition rules. Read more...
2025-08-16 14:16
We gave OpenAI’s open-source AI a kid’s test — here’s what happened
OpenAI has finally released some AI models folks can use at home on their local machines, so I decided to see if it was better at a test designed for children than my own kid.
2025-08-16 14:11
Limited-time deal on Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE offers 21 percent savings
You can currently save $200 off the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE for a limited time. It includes a cover display so you don't always need to open it up. Read more...
2025-08-16 14:00
From plateau predictions to buggy rollouts — Bill Gates’ GPT-5 skepticism looks strangely accurate
Over 2 years ago, former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates claimed that OpenAI's technology had reached a plateau, indicating that GPT-5 wouldn't be significantly better than GPT-4.
2025-08-16 13:48
Limited-time Apple Card promo offers 5% back at select gas and EV charging stations
For the next month or so, Apple has a special promotion for those heading out for Summer road trips (or anyone else who drives and has an Apple Card) – allowing users to earn a higher 5% cash back rate at Exxon/Mobil gas stations, as well as qualifyi...
2025-08-16 13:44
How to fix Windows 11 File Explorer flashing in dark mode
Tired of Windows 11 throwing a stun grenade at you every time you open File Explorer? Here is a simple fix. Read more...
2025-08-16 13:00