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Transform any room into a vibrant, immersive environment with Govee’s smart RGB light bars, now on sale for $35 on Amazon, down from the regular $50. These stylish light bars are ideal for upgrading the mood of your living room, gaming setup, or bedroom, and can be easily mounted behind your TV or monitor. These LED light bars offer exceptional versatility, allowing for both horizontal and vertical placement or attachment to surfaces for a sleek, integrated look. They feature high-sensitivity microphones that sync with your audio, whether you’re listening to music, watching movies, or gaming, pulsing in time with the…
Logitech’s “forever mouse,” a concept that had many buzzing, will not be making it to store shelves. The idea, which proposed a subscription model for perpetual updates and features, was described as a glimpse into potential future directions rather than a planned product. The concept was introduced by Logitech’s new CEO, Hanneke Faber, who likened it to a luxury item where ongoing payments would ensure continued access to updates. This notion quickly drew criticism, as it clashed with the traditional approach of buying and owning hardware indefinitely. Following the backlash, Logitech issued a statement clarifying that there are no current…
In an alternate reality, Microsoft might be a different beast altogether, one not tethered to the iconic Windows operating system. This idea isn’t as far-fetched as it sounds. In 2008, Microsoft embarked on a bold venture with a project known as “Midori.” Unlike Windows, which had evolved through layers of incremental updates and legacy code, Midori was conceived as a completely new operating system designed to start from scratch. Midori was envisioned as a radical departure from the traditional Windows model. It aimed to deliver a modern OS with cutting-edge features, a new web browser, and tools built from the…
AMD has officially confirmed that its next-gen Ryzen 9000 desktop processors will be sold at lower prices than the previous Ryzen 7000 series, according to a recent announcement. The Ryzen 7 9700X will come in at $359, which is $40 less than the Ryzen 7 7700X, while the Ryzen 5 9600X will be priced at $279, a $20 decrease from the Ryzen 5 7600X. These processors are expected to launch on August 8. In addition, the Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 7 9900X will be available starting August 15th, priced at $649 and $499, respectively—$50 less than their 7000-series predecessors.…
In a nod to Weird Al Yankovic’s ode to giant robots, Titanfall 2 is now available for just $3 on Steam. This price drop, a staggering 90% off its regular cost, offers an amazing chance to experience one of the best giant robot games ever created. Titanfall 2 features a gripping single-player campaign with exhilarating parkour and mecha combat, alongside a compelling sci-fi narrative. The game’s multiplayer, while still excellent, may face challenges with server activity given its age. However, the $2.99 sale price is a fantastic value for the action-packed gameplay. This offer is valid until August 19th. Grab…
In today’s digital age, storing two terabytes of data would require approximately 1.5 million floppy disks or 333,333 Super Nintendo cartridges. Luckily, you can now get that same capacity in a portable Samsung SSD for just $100 on Amazon, more than 50% off its standard $230 price. The Samsung T5 Evo portable SSD combines substantial storage with a durable, rubber-coated exterior that can withstand some rough handling. Though its USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface offers speeds up to 5Gbps, it provides a reliable solution for transferring large amounts of data. For those needing even more space, the 4TB model is…
If you’re in the market for a gaming laptop that doesn’t compromise on performance or portability, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is now $1,700 at Best Buy, a $300 reduction from its regular price of $2,000. This model boasts an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU and an AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS CPU, all packed into a sleek 3.31-pound chassis. The laptop features a 14-inch, 2560×1440 display with a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring crisp graphics and fluid motion. It also includes 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, providing fast performance and ample storage for your games and applications. Don’t miss…
Recently, I showed my dad a photo of a 2TB M.2 drive, and he recalled how the Burroughs 5700 mainframe he used had a 2MB drive that was the size of two washing machines. Soon, Western Digital promises to offer storage that dwarfs that old setup by millions of times. Ahead of the FMS 2024 trade show, Western Digital revealed exciting developments in storage technology. SanDisk is preparing to launch MicroSD cards with capacities up to 4TB and SD cards reaching up to 8TB. These cards will deliver speeds up to 10MB/s, ideal for gaming consoles and high-end cameras. For…
Mozilla has rolled out Firefox 129.0, featuring important security fixes and enhancements for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. This update introduces 14 security patches, with 11 classified as high risk. None of these vulnerabilities have been reported as exploited in the wild. The update can be accessed by checking for updates under Help > About Firefox or by downloading it manually. Firefox 129 brings several notable changes, including the default use of HTTPS for unencrypted URLs, improving website security by prioritizing encrypted connections. DNS over HTTPS (DoH) is now integrated for resolving HTTPS DNS entries on Windows 11, Linux, and…
If you’ve upgraded to Windows 11 but miss the familiar Windows 10 interface, you can now revert to the old look with a free application called RevertSV. This tool allows you to transform the visual elements of Windows 11 to resemble those of Windows 10, including the Start menu and lock screen. RevertSV provides a simple one-click solution to restore not only the overall design but also specific apps like Paint and Notepad to their older versions. It also changes the appearance of OS settings and Windows Explorer to match the classic Windows 10 style. While RevertSV is easy to…