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Thunderbolt docks are an essential upgrade for anyone looking to streamline their laptop setup, and right now, you can get Anker’s Thunderbolt 4 Dock for just $200 on Amazon—a $100 discount off its regular price. This Prime-exclusive deal is an excellent opportunity to expand your connectivity without breaking the bank. Don’t have Prime? No problem! You can still claim the deal by signing up for a free 30-day trial. This 12-port powerhouse is designed for professionals and power users who need fast, efficient device connections. Here’s what it offers: 2x USB-C 3.2 ports for high-speed peripherals 2x USB-A 3.2 ports…

On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced plans to increase tariffs on Chinese imports to 20 percent, doubling the existing 10 percent tax on those goods. This escalation is expected to raise the cost of consumer electronics and other technology products that rely on Chinese manufacturing. In a Truth Social post cited by the Associated Press, Trump also confirmed that he would impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico starting March 4. Justifying the decision, he wrote, “We cannot allow this scourge to continue to harm the USA, and therefore, until it stops, or is seriously limited, the…

Years ago, my coworkers were curious about why I covered my laptop’s webcam—until they watched a disturbing video of a hacker using a remote access trojan (RAT) to spy on two people as they slept. After that, they quickly followed suit, taping over their own webcam lenses. But while blocking your camera is a smart precaution, it’s not enough to stop cybercriminals from spying on you. If you truly want to secure your privacy, you also need to disable your microphone. Malware that hijacks a webcam feed can just as easily record audio, as cybersecurity company Kaspersky recently pointed out.…

Security researchers from XLab have uncovered a new and more dangerous variant of the Vo1d botnet, a long-running malware operation that has now compromised more than 1.6 million Android TV devices across multiple regions. Vo1d hijacks these devices, transforming them into remotely controlled bots that cybercriminals use for large-scale attacks and fraudulent activities. The latest iteration of the botnet introduces stronger encryption to prevent security experts from intercepting and analyzing its commands, alongside improved stealth techniques that make detection more difficult. Infected Android TV devices within the Vo1d network are exploited for two primary cybercriminal activities. First, they participate in…

Microsoft Retires Skype in Favor of Teams, Ending a 22-Year Legacy After more than two decades, Microsoft is officially preparing to retire Skype, one of the most recognizable names in online communication. The company has confirmed that Skype will be discontinued on May 5, 2025, with Microsoft Teams (free) positioned as its replacement. This move represents another step in Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to consolidate its communication platforms and transition users toward its preferred ecosystem. Skype, founded in 2003 by Niklas Zennström and Janus Friis, pioneered internet-based calling through its innovative peer-to-peer VoIP technology. The platform quickly gained widespread adoption, prompting…

OLED monitors continue to impress with their incredible contrast, deep blacks, and vibrant colors, making them a favorite among gamers and multimedia enthusiasts. However, many PC users remain cautious about adopting OLED for everyday work due to concerns about burn-in, the gradual imprinting of static elements onto the screen. This fear is particularly relevant for professionals who spend long hours on tasks that involve static toolbars, text-heavy content, and bright UI elements. To better understand how modern QD-OLED panels hold up over time, Monitors Unboxed conducted a year-long endurance test on one of the latest OLED monitors to simulate worst-case…

Balatro is a masterful blend of poker mechanics, roguelike progression, and deck-building strategy, making it one of the most inventive indie games in recent years. With millions of copies sold across PC and consoles, its popularity soared high enough to prompt a rapid expansion onto Android and iOS. If you’ve yet to dive into this addictive experience, you now have an excellent chance—Balatro is included in Xbox Game Pass, meaning subscribers can play it at no additional cost. Game Pass remains one of gaming’s best deals, even with its occasional downsides. The PC-only subscription costs $12 per month, while the…

Microsoft has made another major change to Windows 11’s hardware requirements, tightening the eligibility criteria for the latest Windows 11 24H2 update. While the operating system has always had strict system requirements—including TPM 2.0 for security and a limited range of compatible processors—the new update raises the bar further by restricting CPU support to Intel 11th-generation and newer. Previously, Windows 11 supported Intel processors dating back to the 8th-generation, but Microsoft’s latest revision to the compatibility list removes official support for these older chips. This means that PCs with Intel 8th-gen, 9th-gen, and 10th-gen processors—which were previously deemed compatible—may now…

ChromeOS 133 is now rolling out to Chromebooks, bringing a set of useful refinements to accessibility, screen recording, and audio processing. As with previous ChromeOS updates, this release is being deployed in stages, so some users may need to wait a few days before it becomes available on their devices. One of the key enhancements in this update is Bounce Keys, an accessibility-focused feature that helps users with motor impairments or tremors by filtering out repeated keystrokes within a specified time frame. This helps prevent accidental inputs, making typing more reliable for affected users. Meanwhile, ChromeOS’s Screencast tool now supports…

Valve remains tight-lipped about the exact number of Steam Deck units sold, stating only that it has moved “multiple millions” as of late 2023. While this confirms its commercial success, new market research provides a clearer estimate of the broader handheld PC segment, which now includes competitors like the Asus ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go, and MSI Claw. According to The Verge and IDC research, total sales of handheld gaming PCs from 2022 through 2024 are estimated to be around 6 million units, with an additional 2 million projected for 2025. Notably, this figure does not account for devices from…