Rhode Island lawmakers look to limit internet porn with a $20 fee
Lawmakers in Rhode Island are considering new legislation that would require ISPs to automatically block "sexual content," and charge $20 to those looking to bypass the block.
Microsoft tests new privacy settings interface in latest Windows Insider build
The latest build for Windows Insider participants in the Fast ring provides two privacy setting interfaces for two groups of testers.
Intel’s 9th-generation ‘Ice Lake’ CPUs will have fixes for Meltdown, Spectre
Intel CEO Brian Krzanich confirmed in the Q4 2017 earnings call that the company is working on silicon-based fixes for Meltdown and Spectre that will be applied to products released before the end of 2018. That roadmap may or may not include the company's upcoming 10nm "Cannon Lake" chips.
Hackers target Windows clipboard to steal cryptocurrency wallet addresses
The latest email scam contains malware that will install on Windows machines and scan the clipboard for copied cryptocurrency wallet addresses.
‘Bitcoin Tycoon’ lets anyone experience the joyless grind of crypto mining
Remember Rollercoaster Tycoon? Imagine a game like that, but instead of building a theme park full of thrilling rollercoasters, you decorate a basement and fill it with Bitcoin mining equipment.
Welcome to ‘Sheldon County,’ where “infinite” podcast stories emerge from A.I.
The Sheldon County podcast combines computer-generated text with procedural narratives, all delivered through a synthesized voice.
Google wants to push quantum computing mainstream with ‘Bristlecone’ chip
Google's Quantum AI Lab recently revealed a new quantum processor that may pave the way for quantum computing to go mainstream.
Pre-order your Microsoft Surface Pro with LTE for always-on internet
If you love the Microsoft Surface Pro and have been waiting for LTE support to place your order, now's your chance to put your name on the list.
Thieves heist 600 PCs built for digital coin mining in Iceland
Between December and January, an organized group of thieves raided data centers across Iceland and stole 600 PCs dedicated to digital currency mining.
The MacBook Air doesn’t need a price cut, it needs a redesign
Reports say that Apple could be launching a cheaper version of the MacBook Air this year. The problem is this: Selling outdated computers at a discount isn't the same as designing an accessible entry-level product.
Intel’s Radeon-backed ‘Hades Canyon’ mini PC runs games at 1080p, Ultra graphics
A recent review of an Intel Hades Canyon NUC reveals that it's capable of running games at a 1080p resolution and Ultra graphics settings.
Dell’s latest Inspiron notebook packs in AMD’s Ryzen APU with Vega graphics
Dell has introduced its first notebook built around AMD's Ryzen APUs with Radeon Vega graphics, the budget-oriented Inspiron 17 5000.
Here’s what some employees told 911 after walking into Apple Park’s glass walls
Apple's new campus is undeniably gorgeous, but some of its workers are walking into its floor-to-ceiling glass walls. Here's what they told 911.
New Windows Insider preview build causes issues with Mixed Reality
Windows Insider Preview can be a great way for Windows enthusiasts to test out upcoming features, but version 17112 comes with some major issues.
Beware of Thanatos, the latest cyber-extortion scam
A new ransomware infection that demands payment in Bitcoin Cash is causing problems because there's no way for even its creators to decrypt it.
A future Microsoft laptop could have a foldable touch screen
A patent application filed by Microsoft shows a laptop-like device with a uni-body design and a flexible, full-body display, eliminating the keyboard.
The Ryzen 7 CPU could see a nice speed increase over AMD’s current chip
AMD's supposed second-generation Ryzen 7 2700X desktop CPU appeared in benchmarks sporting a 300MHz speed boost over the older model.
Latest Microsoft patent hints at mobile device with hardware laptop mode
The most recent Microsoft patent filing indicates that it could be working on a "Surface Phone" device with a hardware-based laptop mode.
Microsoft’s latest Windows 10 patch will address Spectre Variant 2 CPU flaw
Microsoft now offers a manual update for Windows 10 addressing the Spectra Variant 2 flaw in sixth-generation Intel processors.
What if Apple replaced the MacBook keyboard with a giant screen?
Apple has patented the idea of a dual-screen MacBook without a keyboard or touchpad. While it's an ambitious idea, is that really the experience we want on a laptop?
Equifax could make money from its own breach; 2.4 million more are exposed
A double-whammy for Equifax: One senator claims it could get cash from the breach, the credit-rating agency reveals another 2.4 million exposed.
Companies, lawyers probed for selling cryptocurrency initial coin offerings
The Securities and Exchange Commission distributed 80 subpoenas to companies, lawyers, and brokers regarding cryptocurrency initial coin offers.
Unannounced 8th-gen Intel Core i7 processor for laptops lands on Geekbench
Intel's unannounced Core i7-8750H eighth-generation processor appears in three Geekbench laptop benchmark entries showing the six-core chip in action.
New report says Nvidia unlikely to reveal new GeForce cards in March
Sources had indicated that Nvidia would reveal new graphics cards at its developer conference in March, including units dedicated to gamers and cryptocurrency miners. New reports say otherwise.
Nvidia’s top-end GTX graphics cards could more than double in price
Nvidia is rumored to be considering a price hike for its flagship graphics cards for the next generation, possibly increasing the price of its GTX 2080 to $1,500.
HTC’s Vive Focus mobile VR headset uses the same lenses, displays as Vive Pro
A recent hands-on report reveals that HTC's Vive Focus mobile VR headset uses the same lenses and screens as the Vive Pro headset for PC.
Digital coin miners purchased more than 3 million graphics cards in 2017
A recent report published by Jon Peddle Research claims that digital coin miners purchased more than three million graphics cards in 2017.
Hangouts Chat, Google’s Slack competitor, is now available for all G Suite users
Google has transitioned its Slack competitor, Hangouts Chat, from preview mode to a core service in its G Suite productivity solution.
Oregon is the latest state to jump on the net neutrality bandwagon
Oregon is the latest state taking net neutrality into its own hands, as a proposed bill just passed the House on Monday and heads to the Senate.
Your Chromebook could soon be easier on the eyes when used in the dark
With over 25 million Chromebook users out in the open, a dark mode is long past due, but is this yet another tease that Google will deny?
Supposed Bitcoin co-inventor sued for more than $10 billion in cryptocurrency
A lawsuit filed in Florida alleges that Craig Wright owes the estate of Dave Kleinman billions in unpaid Bitcoins generated between 2011 and 2013.
AMD gains ground on Nvidia thanks to cryptocurrency miners
Cryptocurrency miners continue to change the landscape of the GPU market, and it looks like they may have even pushed AMD's GPU sales to record highs.
Apple will keep repairing your vintage iMacs in a new pilot program
Apple's new pilot program will allow Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers to keep repairing both 21.5-inch and 27-inch iMac models released in mid-2011.
Qualcomm may cram premium Snapdragon 845 processor into high-end Chromebooks
Qualcomm's director of Product Management Monte Giles indicated that the company is keeping a close eye on the high-end Chromebook market.