LastPass review: Is this popular password manager worth it?

LastPass review: Is this popular password manager worth it?

“The poor security track record of LastPass overshadows many of its great features and affordable prices.” Pros Easy access to logins, notes, and more Great cross-platform support Low prices on individual and family plans 24/7 live chat Login sharing Cons Poor security track record Sharing requires a LastPass account Limited sharing in free version LastPass … Read more

ChatGPT just improved its creative writing chops

ChatGPT just improved its creative writing chops

Sanket Mishra / Pexels One of the great strengths of ChatGPT is its ability to aid in creative writing. ChatGPT’s latest large language model, GPT-4o, has received a bit of a performance boost, OpenAI announced Wednesday. Users can reportedly expect “more natural, engaging, and tailored writing to improve relevance & readability” moving forward. GPT-4o got … Read more

This may be your last chance to buy an RTX 40-series GPU

This may be your last chance to buy an RTX 40-series GPU

Just last week, we reported on the end of production for the RTX 40-series. Now, new information from Board Channels (shared by Gazlog) suggests that the final shipments of Nvidia’s best graphics cards are right around the corner. Some GPUs, like the RTX 4090, have already seen their final shipments. With the holidays on the … Read more

Valve adds DLSS 3 to SteamOS backend, but don’t expect an Nvidia Steam Deck

Valve adds DLSS 3 to SteamOS backend, but don’t expect an Nvidia Steam Deck

Valve has made a significant update to its Proton compatibility layer, which is the basis of the Linux-based SteamOS operating system on the Steam Deck. The update brings several improvements and bug fixes, but it also adds support for Nvidia’s coveted DLSS 3 Frame Generation. The update for Proton Experimental rolled out on November 12, … Read more

Microsoft calls Recall one of its most ‘secure experiences’

Microsoft calls Recall one of its most ‘secure experiences’

Microsoft As part of its Ignite 2024 announcements, Microsoft has provided an update on how its AI-powered Recall feature will work in the context of an IT department. Noting that the company has “heard your feedback,” specifically in terms of it needing it to be more “secure and controllable,” Microsoft claims to have gotten its … Read more

Best early Black Friday deals under $100: Amazon Echo, TVs, headphones

Best early Black Friday deals under 0: Amazon Echo, TVs, headphones

Beats Update 11/19/24: Black Friday is still over a week away, but you can already start your shopping with the Black Friday deals under $100 that we’ve gathered here. There’s a possibility that these affordable items get even bigger discounts when the sale officially launches, but we won’t blame you if you’re already tempted by … Read more

M4 vs. M3: How much better are Apple’s latest chips?

M4 vs. M3: How much better are Apple’s latest chips?

Apple has begun outfitting its Macs with the M4 chip, following the chip’s debut in the iPad Pro in spring 2024. But not every Mac comes with the M4 — several are still sporting the previous-generation M3, which offers impressive performance in its own right. These devices are expected to make the switch over the … Read more

Get an Alienware RTX 4090 gaming PC while it’s $1,000 off

Get an Alienware RTX 4090 gaming PC while it’s ,000 off

Alienware There are some great early Black Friday deals happening right now, with one key highlight being the Dell Black Friday sale. Right now, you can save $1,000 on an Alienware Aurora R16 gaming desktop PC, bringing it down to just $3,000 from $4,000. A fantastic investment for anyone who wants the latest technology, this … Read more

Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX review: too expensive for plastic

Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX review: too expensive for plastic

Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX MSRP $200.00 “Asus’ first Hall Effect keyboard is a winner, but not at $200.” Pros Solid typing and gaming feel out of the box Rapid trigger and speed tap features Unique media controls 8,000Hz polling rate Cons Pricey for all-plastic construction Armoury Crate is a slog For the past year, … Read more

Perplexity’s new shopping tool offers ‘unbiased recommendations’

Perplexity’s new shopping tool offers ‘unbiased recommendations’

AI startup Perplexity has launched a new shopping feature that it describes as a “one-stop solution where you can research and purchase products.” Available initially for U.S.-based users of its paid Pro subscription tier before expanding soon internationally, Perplexity Shopping is a shot across the bows of rival services like Google and Amazon as the … Read more