2025-02-04

New EU Chat Control makes scanning encrypted chats optional – but privacy experts are still worried

Under Poland's proposal, the scanning becomes optional. Yet, privacy experts are still warning against unattended consequences. [...]

2025-02-04

Nvidia RTX 5090 seemingly has a spanner thrown in the works by new graphics driver, but we should be very careful around reports of ‘bricked’ GPUs

The RTX 5090 has seemingly been thrown a curveball by Nvidia’s latest driver, with reports of the GPU now failing to work (or worse). [...]

2025-02-04

Phishing campaign targets prominent X users, accounts at risk

A phishing campaign is hijacking high profile X users and using their accounts for fraudulent activity. [...]

2025-02-04

Nomad's new Apple Watch charger may be the most ingenious accessory I've tested yet

Travel much? Nomad just condensed the amount of cords and cables you need for all your Apple gear (including the Apple Watch), and it's the first time I've seen anything like it. [...]

2025-02-04

7 products you shouldn't buy from Apple this month (and what to get instead)

Looking to buy a shiny new Apple gadget? Read this first. [...]

2025-02-04

The best portable jump starters of 2025: Expert tested

We tested some of the best portable jump starters from EverStart, Mophie, and more to help you find the right fit for your vehicle. [...]

2025-02-04

I tried Sanctum's local AI app, and it's exactly what I needed to keep my data private

If you're looking for locally installed AI to use on your MacOS or Windows computers, Sanctum is a good choice, with several LLMs to choose from and plenty of privacy. Here's how I got it up and running. [...]

2025-02-04

China Is Investigating Google Over Trump's Tariffs

Google's limited presence in China gives Beijing room to hit back harder if President Donald Trump’s trade war escalates. [...]

2025-02-04

Call of Duty raises $1.6M for LA fire relief through gamer in-app purchases

Activision said it has raised $1.6 million for LA Fire Relief as a result of gamer purchases of the in-game pack for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty Warzone. [...]