Computing
Intel and AMD CPU market share on Steam seems to b...
Last Updated on September 2, 2025 For the last couple of years, AMD processors have been our best gaming CPUs of choice, across a number of price points, and this is being reflected in consumer data. According to the...
Metal organic frameworks enable a key step toward ...
Scientists at Oregon State University have taken a big step toward lighting and display technologies that are more energy efficient and better for the planet. The work centers around crystalline, porous materials known as metal organic frameworks, often abbreviated...
A digital language divide: How multilingual AI oft...
Johns Hopkins computer scientists have discovered that artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT are creating a digital language divide, amplifying the dominance of English and other commonly spoken languages while sidelining minority languages.
Anthropic valued at $183 bn in new funding round
Anthropic announced Tuesday that it raised $13 billion in a funding round valuing the artificial intelligence startup at $183 billion.
Scientist discusses development of artificial syna...
The Emerging Investigator Series by the journal Materials Horizons features outstanding work by young researchers in the field of materials science. In the latest Editorial, Dr. Eunho Lee, an Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Seoul National...
YMTC and CXMT team up to accelerate Chinese domest...
YMTC is reportedly preparing an entry into DRAM fabrication and exploring a partnership with CXMT to target high-bandwidth memory.
Oxygen defects help unlock the secret of next-gene...
Resistive random access memory (ReRAM), which is based on oxide materials, is gaining attention as a next-generation memory and neuromorphic computing device. Its fast speeds, data retention ability, and simple structure make it a promising candidate to replace existing...
Scientists produce superior gallium oxide semicond...
Gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃) is a semiconductor material that could make electronic devices much more energy-efficient than current silicon-based technology. Electronic diodes require two types of semiconductor layers to function properly, negative-type (n-type) and positive-type (p-type) layers.
Ultra-lightweight memory allocator enhances perfor...
Embedded systems such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices and single-board computers possess limited memory and processing power, necessitating the effective management of these constraints. This makes Linux—a flexible and cost-effective platform—promising for embedded systems. Indeed, Linux-based operating systems,...
Google sets date for Nest Cam, Gemini for Home rev...
After years of waiting for new Nest smart gear from Google, it appears we’ll actually get our wish next month. “Gemini is coming to Google Home,” a post reads on Google’s official X account. “Come back October 1st,” the...
Unreal Engine 5 optimization isn’t impossible, cla...
Last Updated on September 2, 2025 In what might be one of the biggest surprises of the year, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has responded to persistent criticism that Unreal Engine 5 (UE5) titles often perform poorly on PC,...
Best smart lighting: Philips Hue, LIFX, Nanoleaf, ...
Ready to turn your house into a smart home? Replacing your dumb bulbs with smart ones is perhaps the easiest way to start. Many smart bulbs can be screwed into existing light sockets, and they can be controlled remotely,...
U.S. gov't revokes TSMC's authorization to ship to...
The U.S. will revoke TSMC’s special export license for its Nanjing Fab 16 by the end of 2025, potentially disrupting its 16nm and 28nm-class operations and shifting Chinese customer demand toward rivals like SMIC and HuaHong. However, SMIC vows...
Folding the future: Origami helping engineer trans...
When Larissa Novelino began her engineering career, she never imagined she'd spend her days folding paper.
Your Paramount+ subscription has a secret NFL perk...
If you’re a Paramount+ viewer and a football fan, you’re in luck: Your subscription includes the ability to stream NFL games that are broadcast live on CBS during the 2025-26 regular season and postseason. While users on Amazon Prime...
Scientists unveil a rubber band that generates ele...
A team led by scientists from Peking University has developed a rubber-like material that converts body heat into electricity. This advance could allow the next generation of wearable electronics to generate their own power continuously without the need for...
What is AI slop? A technologist explains this new ...
You've probably encountered images in your social media feeds that look like a cross between photographs and computer-generated graphics. Some are fantastical—think Shrimp Jesus—and some are believable at a quick glance—remember the little girl clutching a puppy in a...
myQ Doorbell Camera review: It’s a dead ringer
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Solid image quality Easy setup Works well with other myQ gear and service plans Cons No interior chime option for now, unless it’s hardwired to an existing chime Weak night vision App needs some...
The Asus Prime RTX 5070 12GB is the absolute cheap...
Now's the time to pick up a new GPU with Asus's Prime RTX 5070 GPU on sale for an all-time low price.
Get ready for the iPhone 17 with $40 off this gorg...
If you’re planning on getting a new iPhone 17 or Apple Watch next week, you’re going to want some shiny new accessories to go with it. Look no further than today’s deal: This stylish Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Wireless Charging...