Thermaltake's latest CPU cooler sports ridiculous (but cool) curved screen functionality

2,400 x 1,080 AMOLED screen shows whatever users upload from their smartphones WTF? Thermaltakeexhibited two new CPU coolers with unusual screens at CES, one of which curves around the unit. The displays could help users personalize their PCs or provide crucial information when glancing at towers with glass exteriors. It can display a clock, the weather, diagnostic information, photos, GIFS, and videos. Meanwhile, the MAGFloe 360/240 packs similar functionality into a smaller 3....

January 10, 2025 · 1 min · 197 words · Christina Briggs

Alienware resurrects iconic Area-51 gaming PCs with monstrous $4,500 model

The brand had been available since 1998 before Dell pulled the plug after 2017’s Area 51 R4 announcement. The Area-51 is a massive 80L full tower packing some outrageously beefy specs. Keeping all that power cool is a completely re-engineered airflow system. Alienware claims that this approach results in significantly better cooling performance compared to previous desktops from the brand. The chassis pulls this off using a flock of huge intake fans....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Lauren Good

Chrome extensions are abusing Google's lousy security policies to come first in search results

This latest tactic was recently discovered by security researcher Wladimir Palant, who detailed hisfindingsin an eye-opening post. Upon investigating, he uncovered a clever manipulation campaign actively pushing users to install low-quality or even malicious code. The core issue identified by Palant lies in how the Chrome Web Store manages translations and related metadata. This allows them to “sacrifice” descriptions in less popular languages by embedding them with keyword-packed text. Palant identified 920 Chrome extensions exploiting this malicious technique to manipulate CWS search results....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 98 words · Brent Hicks

Nvidia CEO teases plans for consumer CPU following Project Digits and GB10 CPU unveiling

Project Digitsdelivers an astounding one petaflop of AI computing power roughly 1,000 times more powerful than the average laptop. Despite its power, the gadget is remarkablycompact, comparable in size to a brick. However, Project Digits is not a mass-market product. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang,speakingat an investor presentation, hinted at broader ambitions for the new CPU. “You know, obviously we have plans,” Huang teased, while declining to provide specific details. This collaboration has the potential to reshape the competitive CPU market significantly....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Lynn Riley

Razer announces cheaper Iskur V2 X and "world's first heating and cooling gaming chair"

Sadly, the top models are usually very expensive. But Razer has announced a much cheaper version of its excellent Razer Iskur V2 at CES. The company also announced the “world’s first heating and cooling” gaming chair. Instead of a lumbar support panel, it has a non-adjustable lumbar arch. It only comes in black, too. It shouldn’t take long to find out, though: the chair is available topre-ordernow. Razer also revealed what it calls the world’s first gaming chair with an integrated heating and cooling system....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 135 words · Amanda Adkins

Stanford-led study reveals exercise is the most powerful medical intervention

The current research, however, goes far beyond these early observations. The initial findings have been nothing short of remarkable, Dr. Ashley said. In one experiment, researchers studied rats that underwent eight weeks of aerobic training on a treadmill. “Every single tissue we looked at showed something completely different from before,” he reported. One of the most intriguing discoveries was how exercise seemed to counteract disease-related changes in the body. This observation suggests that exercise may be actively reversing some of the molecular changes associated with various illnesses....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 198 words · Jessica Smith

Acer unveils comically large Nitro Blaze gaming handheld with 11-inch screen

Let’s start with the big guy the Nitro Blaze 11. But then bigger is (almost) always better for gaming, so we aren’t complaining. Radeon Super Resolution and AMD’s FidelityFX upscaling tech also keep games looking sharp at high frame rates. The handheld also features detachable controllers with Hall Effect joysticks, back buttons, and rumbling force feedback. There’s even a built-in kickstand for propping it up. If you prefer something more portable, Acer has you covered with the Nitro Blaze 8....

January 8, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Rachel Miller

AI Agents Explained: The Next Evolution in Artificial Intelligence

Simple AI agents can be taught to reply to standard questions sent over email. More advanced ones can book airline and hotel tickets for transcontinental business trips. In a sense, you are an agent. You take actions in your world every day in response to things that you see, hear and feel. But what exactly is an AI agent? Rules and goals A smart thermostat is an example of a very simple agent....

January 8, 2025 · 2 min · 246 words · Amanda Fox

Corsair Xeneon Edge is a 32:9 secondary touchscreen display that mounts almost anywhere

Secondary displays are far from new, of course, but they’ve become increasingly complex in modern times. The Xeneon Edge is flexible when it comes to where you put it. The display connects via USB throw in-C DP-Alt Mode or a standard HDMI port. Something else that sounds quite interesting is its ability to operate in both vertical and horizontal orientations. It’s unclear if this is software that will come bundled with the gear....

January 8, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Amber Phillips

Insiders say TSMC's Arizona fab is now producing AMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs

According to Culpan’s report, the fab is now also producing chips for the next-generation Apple Watch. The biggest surprise fromTSMC Arizonais its production of AMD’s newRyzen 9000 seriesCPUs. However, the report did not specify which Ryzen 9000 models are currently in production. One of the fab’s most significant challenges has been staffing and worker retention. Despite these hurdles, TSMC appears determined to keep its ramp-up schedule on track. Featured on TechSpot

January 8, 2025 · 1 min · 71 words · Michael Garcia

Jensen Huang claims Nvidia's AI chips are outpacing Moore's Law

However, this law has shown signs of slowing down in recent years. Huang, however, painted a different picture of Nvidia’s AI chips. Huang attributed this accelerated progress to Nvidia’s comprehensive approach to chip development. This strategy has apparently yielded impressive results. Featured on TechSpot

January 8, 2025 · 1 min · 44 words · Christine Robinson

Las Vegas police say man used ChatGPT to plan Cybertruck explosion outside Trump hotel

His prompts were written in plain English with no use of terms that could evade ChatGPT’s safeguards. Officials say the flash from the firearm that Livelsberger used to fatally shoot himself could have triggered the explosion. “Our models are designed to refuse harmful instructions and minimize harmful content. Featured on TechSpot

January 8, 2025 · 1 min · 51 words · Robin Blair

The Best Gaming Monitors - Early 2025

These recommendations are based onextensive hands-on testing. Whatever your gaming needs, this guide is packed with options to help you make the right choice. There are a few reasons why we recommend this specific model. The HDR performance on offer is very good, leading to excellent image quality particularly for single player experiences. Some alternate choices to consider are as follows. It’s expensive, but truly stunning for multiplayer gaming. For budget 1440p gamers, there are two paths we would consider at the moment....

January 8, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Kelly Massey