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Sam Altman has often championed the transformative power of ChatGPT and OpenAI’s large language models. But in a recent podcast appearance, he took a different angle—one that should give users serious pause about how and where they’re using AI chatbots. Speaking with comedian Theo Von, Altman highlighted a major privacy concern: OpenAI retains all your inputs, and under current law, that means anything you say to ChatGPT could be legally requested and handed over. Altman didn’t mince words about how deeply people confide in ChatGPT. “People talk about the most personal shit in their lives,” he said, noting that many…

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Not all gaming laptops come with a hefty price tag, and the Lenovo LOQ 15IRX9 is a prime example of affordable gaming power. Currently discounted at B&H for $700—down from the original $1,050—this laptop offers a substantial price drop that gamers on a budget will appreciate. The laptop features a 15.6-inch IPS screen with 1080p resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth gameplay and sharp visuals. Graphics duties fall to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, a capable GPU that manages modern games with ease and lets you enjoy detailed graphics without lag. The rest of the hardware is competent,…

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Following the release of the optional July update (KB5062660), Microsoft took to its Windows IT Pro blog to praise the direction of Windows 11 24H2, promoting it as a milestone in the platform’s evolution. The update introduced a range of new capabilities, including the controversial Windows Recall feature for EU users, a reimagined alternative to the Blue Screen of Death, and Quick Machine Recovery—a system tool meant to restore Windows machines that fail to boot properly in the wake of large-scale issues. Beyond these functional changes, Microsoft’s blog post delivered a more strategic message: Windows 11 24H2 is, according to…

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Valve, are you paying attention? While you’ve been preoccupied with moderating adult content and leaving fans waiting for a new Steam Deck refresh, something far more dangerous has been creeping into your storefront—actual malware. For the third time this year, a game on Steam has been caught delivering malicious software to unsuspecting users, and this time it may not be the work of scammers, but the result of a compromised developer. Security firm Prodaft, via BleepingComputer, reports that the game Chemia—a post-apocalyptic crafting sim listed in Early Access—was injected with malware on July 22nd. Researchers say that two distinct spyware…

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Baseus 11-Port USB-C Docking Station Now Just $100 It’s rare to find a USB-C docking station that’s both stylish and full-featured without crossing into premium price territory, but the Baseus Spacemate 11-in-1 dock hits that sweet spot. Currently down to $99.98 from $129.99, it delivers big on connectivity, performance, and practical design—making it one of the best mid-tier docking stations you can get right now. Modern laptops often ditch ports in favor of thin profiles, but the Spacemate restores everything you’ve lost and more. With dual HDMI and dual DisplayPort outputs (supporting up to three concurrent displays), it’s ideal for…

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Upgrading to a 1440p ultrawide monitor usually means spending well north of $400—but not today. The Koorui 34E6UC 34-inch ultrawide monitor has dropped to an enticing $265.99, down from its $499.99 MSRP. That’s a huge savings on a screen that delivers impressive performance for both work and gaming, and it’s one of the best price-to-feature ratios we’ve seen in this segment. You’re getting a 3440×1440 resolution on a 34-inch curved VA panel, which means razor-sharp text, expansive workspace, and deeply immersive visuals. Whether you’re managing multiple apps or diving into an open-world game, the ultrawide format gives you breathing room…

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In a market where most budget laptops are underwhelming and underpowered, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 is a refreshing exception—especially now that it’s available for just $449.99 with a coupon code. This model normally goes for nearly $900, but thanks to a rare price drop, you can grab a Ryzen AI-powered machine with serious hardware for less than half of its MSRP. What makes this deal so compelling isn’t just the price—it’s the specs. This particular Slim 5 comes equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 processor, which includes six performance cores and an onboard NPU. That means it…

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While AMD’s new Threadripper Pro 9000 WX chips come with wallet-busting prices, the mainstream Threadripper 9000 series is launching with no price increase over the previous generation—offering relief for high-end desktop users looking for maximum core counts without breaking the bank. Set to ship on July 31, the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X—with 64 cores and 128 threads—will be priced at $4,999, the same MSRP as the Ryzen 7980X from 2023. Given current inflation trends (about 2.5% year over year), the price freeze is equivalent to a small discount in real-world terms—about $130 less than if adjusted for inflation. This consistency stands…

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Microsoft has quietly introduced a major visual shift in how you interact with Copilot—its increasingly ubiquitous AI assistant—by giving it a new animated face that reacts in real time. Reminiscent of a minimalist teardrop with personality, this new visual avatar responds with subtle expressions as you chat, making interactions feel a bit more human. The Verge first reported the discovery, which Microsoft is currently testing with a limited number of users. The feature is still experimental and not enabled by default. If you’re part of the test group, you can activate the animation by launching Copilot, clicking the microphone icon…

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OLED Monitor Price Break — AOC’s 27-Inch Gaming Display Dips Below Prime Day Levels OLED monitors have been gradually coming down in price, but that didn’t stop some from jumping back up during this year’s Prime Day. Case in point: the most affordable OLED display featured during the event still ran about 20 percent higher than the cheapest models from the previous year. But if you’ve been waiting for a better value, AOC’s Q27G4ZD has just dipped to $427.69, undercutting those Prime Day prices while delivering the performance you’d expect from a solid gaming display. This monitor offers a 27-inch…

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