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Why everyone is freaking out about the Reddit API and blackout right now

Reddit announced changes to its API a few months ago, but everyone is losing their minds about it now. What's going on?
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Worried about the FBI’s deepfake warning? Follow these expert tips

The FBI says deepfake crimes are rising. We talked to experts across the board, and they have some critical advice to keep you safe in a hostile online world.
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5 things you could buy for the cost of an Apple Vision Pro headset

Apple's Vision Pro XR headset looks like a lot of fun, but it's pretty expensive. Why not spend your money on one of these 5 things instead?
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Intel’s Arc graphics cards have quietly become excellent

Intel's Arc A770 and A750 were decent, if imperfect, GPUs at launch, but they've massively improved since then.
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Apple’s new Mac Pro might be dead on arrival

Apple's updated Mac Pro looks like a massive leap forward in performance, but it abandons what made the last-gen model so impressive.
Gaming on Apple's Macs being presented at WWDC 2023.

Apple may have just enabled thousands of Windows games on Mac

Apple's Game Porting Toolkit makes it easy to get Windows games on Mac, but Apple didn't talk about the fact that it could enable thousands of games right away.
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This one, crucial thing will make or break the Apple Vision Pro

If Apple really wants the Vision Pro headset to succeed, it needs to think really seriously about how people who wear glasses use it.
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I thought I would hate Apple’s VR headset, but I was wrong

I went into Apple's WWDC 2023 being skeptical of any kind of mixed reality headset. But I think Apple convinced me that I was wrong.
Someone using Apple's Vision Pro headset.

Is Apple’s $3,500 headset really a good deal? We did the math

Apple says it's Vision Pro headset, which goes on sale next year for $3,500, is actually a good deal. Is it? We did the math to find out.
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The rest of Apple’s 2023 Mac lineup is starting to look strange

When you look at all the Macs that might launch later this year, it's a bit unclear how Apple is going to conclude the year.
A person plays games on a MacBook using a third-party games controller.

Apple’s macOS Sonoma has a game-changing feature — literally

Apple may have finally found a way to fix gaming on the Mac, and while there are still hurdles to overcome, I’m full of hope for the future. Here’s why.
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The worst PC ports of all time — and why they were so bad

We've seen some terrible PC ports this year, but they don't hold a candle to the worst PC ports of all time.
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Here are 5 GPUs you should buy instead of the RTX 4060 Ti

Nvidia's latest GPU, the RTX 4060 Ti, is receiving a lukewarm response -- to put it mildly. Here are some better picks if you want to buy a solid GPU.
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Reddit could kill my favorite app — and that’s a problem for everyone

Reddit is trying to charge third-party apps an obscene amount to use its data, and it could have wide-ranging effects on all the apps you love. Here’s why.
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All the reasons I’m excited (and worried) for Apple’s Reality Pro headset

Apple’s Reality Pro headset is nearly here, and I’m excited to see what Apple has in store. But I’m also concerned that it could be a huge flop. Here’s why.
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Is ChatGPT creating a cybersecurity nightmare? We asked the experts

ChatGPT can help novice coders create vicious malware, but does this herald a cyber apocalypse or is the problem overblown? We asked the experts to find out.
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Why the Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti simply isn’t enough for 2023

The RTX 4060 Ti brings the best of Nvidia's new features, but it has a critical flaw that makes it tough to recommend in 2023.
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Consoles still have one big advantage, and it’s hurting PC gaming

There's no doubt that modern PC hardware vastly outpaces what consoles can offer, but there's still an area where the PS5 and Xbox Series X have a lead.
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Here’s why you should finally ditch Nvidia and buy an AMD GPU

Nvidia is dominating the GPU market, but there are reasons to go against the current and pick AMD. Here's why you should consider it.
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These embarrassing passwords got celebrities hacked

Many celebrities have proven that they are just as lazy with their passwords as we are. Here are some famous passwords that have leaked online.
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Nope, I still don’t regret buying my Steam Deck

The ROG Ally is faster than the Steam Deck, right? Yes, but I'm still happy I have Valve's handheld around.
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Why Apple’s next MacBook already feels like a disappointment

A 15-inch MacBook Air is rumored to launch at WWDC 2023, but don't get too excited.
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3 reasons you should still buy an Nvidia GPU over AMD

The rivalry between Nvidia and AMD never ends, but right now, Nvidia is in the lead. Here's why you should still choose Nvidia over AMD.
A 3D model of someone's face in Ziva Face Trainer.

How generative AI will create games with ‘broader, bigger, and deeper worlds’

AI is touching nearly every creative field, but there's few places where it has more applications than game development.
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You should be using these 5 forgotten Nvidia GPU features

You buy a graphics card to play games, but Nvidia and AMD invest a lot of time in expanding their functionality with additional software features.
Dall-E was an early AI leader but hands are not its thing.

5 things AI image generators still struggle with

Here are the five places AI reveals its flaws. If you use Dall-E, Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, or Bing Image Creator, be sure to mind these areas.
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It pains me to say, but it’s officially a bad time to be a PC gamer

A string over disastrous releases in 2023, combined with expensive hardware, has made this one of the worst times to be a PC gamer.
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Here are 11 things that ChatGPT will refuse to do

ChatGPT is amazing, but it can't do everything. Sometimes, for a very good reason. Here are 11 things that ChatGPT can't, or won't, do.
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Surprise — Redfall on PC is yet another problematic port

Redfall hasn't received the warmest reception, and its problematic PC port isn't helping the matter any.
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Why I can’t recommend buying the prettiest laptop of the year

The LG Gram Style is the best-looking laptop around. But its gorgeous chassis hides some serious flaws, and I couldn't recommend it despite its good looks.
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This stacked, vertical monitor setup revolutionized my workflow

The Geminos monitor provides dual screens, stacked vertically, that tilt and raise to boost productivity and improve comfort.
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Why new OLED gaming monitors still can’t beat the best from last year

A new wave of OLED monitors has shown up in 2023, but none of them can match our favorite OLED display from last year.
The Opera One browser is now available as an early access developer preview.

The new version of Opera made me want to ditch Chrome for good

Opera One introduces AI and intuitive features to the latest browser update that make it a serious upgrade from Chrome.
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Seriously, the Asus ROG Ally could replace your desktop

The Asus ROG Ally is an impressive gaming handheld, but its ecosystem gives it enough power to replace a high-end gaming desktop.