Does less SBMM in the Black Ops 7 beta also mean lower ping?
Gaming A curious detail has emerged in the Black Ops 7 open beta, with players seeing lower latency (ping) when connected to the Open Moshpit. So what's going on?
Features
Game Over Game Pass: the one-size-fits-all plan has destroyed what made it great
Gaming Will my own cancellation, a quiet, aching goodbye to the service that once felt like home, even matter to the margin-injected company?
Xbox Game Pass price hikes: Where's the family plan we need?
Xbox Microsoft is jacking up the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and not really delivering anything new of value. Meanwhile, the previously tested family plan still doesn't exist.
I didn't like what I saw when I opened the Legion Go 2
Handhelds After opening a Legion Go 2, I've discovered a big difference between it and the Xbox Ally X. It seems Lenovo is clamping down on upgradability, while ASUS ROG is leaning into it.
Borderlands 4 might not be horrible on the Xbox Ally X
Handhelds I don't have an Xbox Ally X yet, and even if I did, I couldn't talk about it. But I am curious if Borderlands 4 might play on it, so I tried — unscientifically — to figure it out.
Windows & Software
Here's why Why Microsoft didn’t let Windows 95 install itself
WINDOWS Microsoft veteran engineer Raymond Chen recently explained why the tech giant Windows 95's setup didn't install a miniature Windows 95, allowing it to be written as a 32-bit program.
Windows 7 marketshare skyrocketed to almost 10% last month
Windows 7 StatCounter reports that Windows 7 has gained almost 10% market share in the last month, just as Windows 10 support is coming to an end. But it's probably just an anomaly.
Windows 11 version 25H2 has been released, but when will your PC get it?
Details Let's explain the Microsoft approach to rolling out Windows 11 version 25H2 to compatible hardware starting on September 30, 2025.
PC Hardware
These pre-built PCs are ideal for playing Flight Simulator
PC Flight Simulator is the premier title for anyone who loves to fly, and having the right PC for the job can make all the difference. Here are my favorites.
Nvidia’s dominance in AI: how long can Huang keep his throne?
News Nvidia dominates AI with 94% of the GPU market and record revenue, but mounting pressure from Amazon, Google, China’s chip ban, and rising rivals is starting to test its grip.
How does the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme compare to the Apple M4?
PC Qualcomm recently announced its next-gen flagship Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme SoC, and you might be wondering how it compares to the Apple M4 series. Here's what we know so far.
11 best Newegg Gametober deals — Save on CPUs, GPUs, SSDs, and more
Deals Huge discounts are live now at Newegg on everything PC-related.
Handheld Gaming PCs
Here's the best gaming handheld to get for your specific needs
Handhelds Gaming handhelds are the perfect entertainment devices. They can be taken anywhere and provide a host of games for you to play. Some are far better than others, though. Here are the best ones.
Gaming
Here's everything you can earn from the Black Ops 7 beta
Gaming If you're playing the Black Ops 7 beta, you have the chance to acquire some exclusive rewards that will be gone when it ends. Here's what you can get your hands on.
How to get the Raygun in the Black Ops 7 Zombies beta
Gaming If you want to reach round 50 in the Black Ops 7 Zombies beta, then you're going to ideally need a Raygun. There are two ways to get one, both of which involve an amount of luck.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 — List of bugs and issues in the beta
Xbox The beta for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is here, bringing with it some bugs that players are reporting encountering. We're rounding them all up in this list.
Artificial Intelligence
NVIDIA CEO says AI will make humans busier, not jobless
AI NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says AI is poised to create new fields of work in robotics, biotech, and design that will demand human intervention, creativity, and oversight.
Cloudflare’s new robots.txt rules tackle AI content use
AI Cloudflare has introduced its Content Signals Policy, expanding robots.txt with new rules that let publishers control whether their content is used for search, AI answers, or AI training.
Microsoft wants to power AI with its own data center chips
AI Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott recently indicated that the company wants to use its own AI chips across data centers, potentially moving away from an over-reliance on AMD and NVIDIA.
The internet reacts to Sora 2's mind-blowing video generation
AI OpenAI recently launched an upgraded AI video generator called Sora 2 alongside a new TikTok-style social app where content can be shared. I'm not entirely sure how I feel about it.
Microsoft
Google’s Chromebook ads target millions still on Windows 10
News With Windows 10 support ending, Google is making its boldest Chromebook push yet, but can it win over loyal PC users?
Microsoft's Windows XP crocs are here
Microsoft 50 Microsoft has launched its Windows XP Crocs via a sweepstakes that you can enter via Instagram. Here's everything you need to know.
Microsoft moves to block Israeli military from using some Azure cloud and AI services
Microsoft After months of protests and reporting, Microsoft will now block the Israeli military from using some of its services.
Microsoft Fairwater AI datacenter redefines supercomputing
AI Microsoft has unveiled Fairwater, its largest AI datacenter in Wisconsin, built to power massive AI models with NVIDIA’s latest GPUs and exabyte-scale storage.
Peripherals & Accessories
This Xbox Ally bag is cheaper, better — and 15% off for Prime
DEAL I'm a huge fan of Tomtoc, and have been using their bags for years at this point. Durable, hardwearing — this is the best bag for your Xbox Ally, Steam Deck, or indeed any handheld.
Deals
GameStop roasts Xbox with cheaper Game Pass codes
Deals Xbox raised Game Pass prices to $29.99 with new perks, but GameStop roasted the move and is selling codes at the old cheaper rate, giving players a chance to stack before prices rise.
11 best Newegg Gametober deals — Save on CPUs, GPUs, SSDs, and more
Deals Huge discounts are live now at Newegg on everything PC-related.
This Xbox Ally bag is cheaper, better — and 15% off for Prime
DEAL I'm a huge fan of Tomtoc, and have been using their bags for years at this point. Durable, hardwearing — this is the best bag for your Xbox Ally, Steam Deck, or indeed any handheld.
Lenovo's Windows 10 EoL laptop sale is live now — save up to $700
Deals Windows 10 support officially ends on October 14, and Lenovo has discounted a wide range of laptop models to help you upgrade to Windows 11. I handpicked the 9 best deals right here.
