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A top-down view of the Mac Mini.

Why you probably shouldn’t buy the $599 M2 Mac mini

Somehow, Apple priced the new M2 Mac mini cheaper than the previous generation. Is it too good to be true?
A man walks past the logo of the US multinational technology company Google during the VivaTech trade fair.

Google’s new Bard AI may be powerful enough to make ChatGPT worry — and it’s already here

Google has just announced the official release of Apprentice Bard -- a new AI all set to rival ChatGPT.
Three RTX 4080 cards sitting on a pink background.

Chrome’s take on Nvidia DLSS is set to launch, but you can’t use it yet

A new update to Chrome ushers in Nvidia's RTX Video Super Resolution. Here's everything you need to know about it.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 was announced at IFA on Wednesday in Berlin, Germany.

Samsung’s first QD-OLED gaming monitor might be dead on arrival

Samsung finally released its first QD-OLED gaming monitor, but it might be too expensive to make a splash in 2023.
Close up of ChatGPT and OpenAI logo.

The best ChatGPT alternatives (according to ChatGPT)

Here are ChatGPT's thoughts on the best AI chatbots other than itself.
A person works at a station equipped with the all new Mac Studio and Studio Display.

Apple may abandon the Mac Studio just 12 months after it launched

Apple could either abandon the Mac Studio or wait years to update it, according to a new report. It’s bad news for any fans of the fledgling desktop computer.
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I asked AI to recreate the best Super Bowl commercials — to hilarious and horrifying effect

If you want some nightmare fuel, we have it. We asked an AI to recreate some of the most iconic Super Bowl ads of all time (to hilarious and horrifying effect).
The Arc A770 graphics card running in a PC.

How to overclock Intel’s Arc GPUs for better performance

Intel's Arc GPUs are here, and if you've bought one for your gaming rig, you probably want to know how to start overclocking.
The Mac mini on a wooden desk.

Apple Mac mini (M2 Pro) review: the best mini computer ever

The M2 Pro makes the updated Mac mini the best compact computer ever made. And it's a fantastic value too.
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LastPass vs. 1Password: should you switch?

In light of LastPass breaches, it's hard to recommend it as a password manager. But is 1Password a worthy alternative?
Larry from "Nothing Forever" the "Seinfeld" AI parody.

An AI-generated TV channel is mimicking ’90s sitcoms to nightmarish effect

The Twitch TV web series Nothing, Forever is inspired by the 1990s sitcom Seinfield and is almost completely generated by OpenAI's GPT3.
AR Glasses appear over an enlarged view of a stacked microLED display.

This micro-LED advancement is exactly what AR and VR needs

MIT researchers are stacking microLEDs for super dense displays that will significantly improve future AR glasses and VR headsets.
AMD CEO holding the Ryzen 7040 series processor.

New AMD laptop CPU destroys its predecessor, winning by 90%

AMD's upcoming Ryzen range for laptops is looking better than ever. Leaked benchmarks show some serious performance gains.
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I found the best (and only sensible) PC case for the RTX 4090

PC cases usually aren't exciting, but with massive graphics cards like the RTX 4090 threatening to melt up, Hyte's new Y40 is designed for high-end PCs in 2023.
The MacBook Pro on a wooden table.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M2 Max) review: hotter, faster, better

The new 14-inch M2 Max MacBook Pro lives up to the promise of more performance, but not without a trade-off.
The ChatGPT name next to an OpenAI logo on a black and white background.

Experts fear ChatGPT will soon be used in devastating cyberattacks

ChatGPT is changing the world, but some IT leaders are worried about its malicious misuse in massive cyberattacks -- some of which may already be underway.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD ‘undershipping’ GPUs signals weak PC market

In its latest earnings call, AMD revealed why its latest-gen GPUs and CPUs aren't dropping in price despite the lowering demand.
OpenAI and MIcrosoft logos appear over a computer generated background.

Microsoft continues its unabashed embrace of ChatGPT and AI

ChatGPT is rolling out to Microsoft Teams now and could be part of Bing search soon, but if you want it to help you write in Word, you'll need to get an add-in.
A BOE 8K display.

This 8K monitor has 3D tech that can be viewed from all angles

This 110-inch 8K BOE display includes a new 3D technology that allows you the ability to view the monitor from all angles without the need for special glasses. 
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Apple just found a bizarre way to make virtual keyboards less annoying

A fresh patent has revealed Apple has an action plan to make virtual keyboards more pleasant to use. If it works, it could find its way into future MacBooks.
Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra phone.

All of Samsung’s videos from today’s Galaxy Unpacked event

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked took place earlier today and the tech giant was busy pulling the wraps off gear like it was Christmas all over again.
ChatGPT and OpenAI logos.

ChatGPT Plus to bring priority access during peak times — at a hefty price

OpenAI just announced ChatGPT Plus, a subscription plan that gives you faster access to its popular AI assistant and early access to new features.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

AMD’s Ryzen 9 7950X3D pricing keeps the pressure on Intel

AMD finally announced pricing and availability for its upcoming Ryzen 9 7950X3D, and it doesn't carry a price increase compared to the base processor.
GeForce RTX logo is shown on the side of a graphics card.

Nvidia may have another monster GPU in the works, and the price could be outrageous

It seems that Nvidia is really preparing a Titan RTX 40-series GPU. The specs of the card just popped up in a shipping manifest.
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra laptop.

The Galaxy Book 3 Ultra is Samsung’s most powerful laptop ever

Samsung has announced updates to its Galaxy Book Pro laptops, as well as a new entry to the lineup, the Galaxy Book 3 Ultra.
Someone typing on the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra vs. MacBook Pro 16-inch

The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has established a high standard, but Samsung's new Galaxy Book 3 Ultra might be a worthy contender.
The ChatGPT chatbot by OpenAIis now available for testing as a as a free research preview this week.

ChatGPT has a new way to detect its own plagiarism

OpenAI has announced a new tool to detect whether its own ChatGPT text is AI-generated or human-written.
PC power supply in a case.

The best PC power supply for 2023

The best power supplies have a high wattage, great efficiency, and modular cabling. Here are some of our favorite PSUs you can buy in 2023.
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Alienware Aurora R15 review: fixing a critical issue

Alienware's long-running Aurora line sees iterative updates every year, but 2023 brings a critical change that makes it a much more attractive gaming desktop.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel targets RTX 3060 takedown with Arc Alchemist price cut

Intel is slashing the price of its Arc A750 graphics card in an attempt to take down Nvidia's popular RTX 3060 graphics card.
Someone typing on the Alienware m18 laptop.

The first RTX 4080 laptops are much cheaper than we expected

Alienware finally debuted pricing for a trio of upcoming RTX 4080 laptops, and the prices are much cheaper than we originally anticipated.
A rendering of an Apple mixed-reality headset (Reality Pro) in a gray color seen from the front.

We now know how Apple’s VR headset may handle video, and it’s pretty awesome

Apple’s Reality Pro headset could use a clever system to handle immersive video and save on battery life at the same time, a newly granted patent reveals.
A MacBook Pro M2 sits on a wooden table with a nice bokeh background.

What MacBooks needs to learn from competitors about transparency

Apple's entry-level M2 MacBook Pros have slower SSDs in their entry-level configurations. And that's something that Apple should be making perfectly clear.
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Tested: Is Discord really slowing down Nvidia GPUs?

If you're using Discord, be aware that a recent update may have impacted the performance of your Nvidia GPU -- but is it a big deal?
Senior Editor, Computing

Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.