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We tested Nvidia DLSS 4 on 20-series to 50-series graphics cards
Originally a super-fancy form of upscaling, “DLSS” has become gamer shorthand for a host of allegedly AI-powered graphics tricks exclusive to Nvidia’s graphics cards. In the PCWorld lab, Will Smith has been…
Best USB-C monitors 2025: These displays have a hidden talent
USB-C is the one connection to rule them all. Its popularity has made USB-C a common sight on new monitors. A USB-C monitor can act as USB hub, giving you additional ports…
Alexa+ has more than 100,000 very quiet users
Amazon has begun what seems to be a very slow rollout for Alexa+, its new AI-enhanced version of Alexa. But if you’re looking for hands-on impressions from everyday folks who’ve actually tried…
Microsoft is killing Authenticator’s password manager features soon
If you use Microsoft’s Authenticator app on your mobile phone as a password manager, here’s some bad news: Microsoft is discontinuing the “autofill” password management functionality in Authenticator. According to the announcement…
Best antivirus software 2025: Keep your PC safe from malware, spyware, and more
You need antivirus software. Attacks on your PC keep getting more sophisticated, thanks to the help of AI. Even the tech-savvy and cautious can drop their guard at the wrong time or…
Rumor: Half-Life 3 is fully playable and could be coming out this year
According to the latest rumors, Valve’s mythical Half-Life 3 isn’t just in development—it could even be released this year. The long-awaited game that’s basically been a meme for nearly two decades is…
Google’s search monopoly breakup could mean the death of Firefox
The US Department of Justice wants to break up Google’s search monopoly. But while this might seem like good news for Google’s competitors, it could actually be harmful to some. For example,…
Western Digital’s leaked PCIe 5 SSD could be an utter speed demon
I imagine that it’s got to be super frustrating to work on a product launch for months or years…only for a retailer to spoil the big reveal by putting up a listing…
The best Mother’s Day tech gifts: 19 ideas that are sure to wow her
Mother’s Day is just around the corner—and if you’re reading this, it’s because you have no idea what to get her, and you might even be late and scrambling for a last-minute…