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A new AMD graphics feature massively increases framerates with AI tech for smoother gameplay, but there's a catch

AMD's AFMF 2 technology brings AI enhancements to your integrated graphics, significantly boosting frame rates in demanding games. Ryzen AI 300 CPU users can (probably) take immediate advantage, but there is a catch.

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This $800 OLED laptop is incredible value, but it does have one glaring weakness

The ASUS Zenbook 14 (Q415M) is a brilliant Windows laptop for just $800, especially with the beautiful OLED display, but 8GB of non-upgradeable RAM is a sore spot.

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OpenAI o1 might be the final nail in coding's coffin — "If OpenAI's o1 can pass OpenAI's research engineer hiring interview for coding at a 90-100% rate, why would they continue to hire actual human engineers?"

It's possible AI could reshape the coding landscape and claim jobs from developers — especially after OpenAI recently launched OpenAI o1 with advanced reasoning capabilities across science, math, and coding.

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6 non-AI features I'm excited about on Windows 11 version 24H2 (2024 Update)

Windows 11 version 24H2 brings several new features that don't come with AI integration, and in this guide, I will outline the best ones that everyone should know.

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Microsoft has scrapped Edge's big UI refresh with rounded tabs

Unveiled last year, Microsoft was working on a new look and feel for Edge that included rounded tabs and a heavier use of acrylic blur effects. Now, the company says this UI update is no longer coming.

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"When you use the model, you save enormous amounts of energy" — NVIDIA CEO says they can't do graphics anymore without AI

NVIDIA's CEO has been talking all things AI, and there are some quotes which are particularly pertinent to PC gaming, and, surprisingly for AI, where it's more energy efficient.

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This Govee collaboration is a must-have for Evangelion fans — and for a limited time you can get $20 off

Govee has partnered with the iconic anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion to launch a special edition line of gaming lights. For a short period, Amazon has them on sale.

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Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions improves the wizarding sport's weird rules but still feels badly imbalanced

Unbroken Studios reduced how many points Seekers earn by catching the Snitch, but other aspects of Quidditch gameplay need serious fine-tuning. Our review.

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How to monitor drive activity on Windows 11

On Windows 11, you have at least two ways to monitor the drive activity to determine the performance at a given time, and in this guide, I will show you how.

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Overwatch 2 crosses over with World of Warcraft, bringing new skins for characters like Reinhardt — here's when it begins

A new Overwatch 2 crossover with World of Warcraft is bringing skins for characters like Reinhardt and Widowmaker, and it's kicking off on September 17.

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Xbox Game Pass 'Standard' goes sub-standard: Games like Starfield, Diablo 4 go retroactively missing from the console's Game Pass "mid-tier"

Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass service underwent some "changes" earlier this summer, and the service has taken a big value hit in some regards. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate remains the best option, but the new "Standard" edition is leaving a lot to be desired right now.

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Millions of Microsoft Teams users are about to get a new translation feature, no AI required

Microsoft is putting the final touches on a new feature that will improve the interpreter experience within Teams. Soon, the platform will support swapping the direction of translation with a button press.

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"We are very aware that this just isn't what our players want" Palworld creators confirm that they have no plans to go 'free-to-play' but are still planning skins and DLC

In a recent interview, Palworld's creator discussed a potential move to a free-to-play model for the game and touched on the AI rumors that plagued it earlier this year.

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OpenAI's Strawberry AI models ship with advanced reasoning capabilities synonymous with humans, though they'll need "an extra moment to think" — Sam Altman says it "doesn't constitute AGI"

OpenAI recently unveiled a new series of next-gen AI models dubbed OpenAI o1 and o1-mini with advanced reasoning capabilities across math, science, and coding.

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"Definitely wanted to, first and foremost, get keyboard and mouse right" — My first Ara: History Untold experience and new insights into PC and console, modding support, and strategy gameplay

During Gamescom 2024, Ara: History Untold surprised me so much I ended up playing it three times. Afterward, I had a chance to chat with Oxide about its upcoming game.

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What is the AppData folder? Windows 11 app data storage explained.

Windows 11 (and 10) include the AppData folder and "Local," "LocalLow," and "Roaming" subfolders, and in this guide, I will explain what you need to know about them and when to use them.

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Make your own Minecraft movie with Microsoft's new Clipchamp templates

Microsoft added Minecraft and Sea of Thieves templates to Clipchamp recently. You can also enhance your videos with images, sound effects, and stickers from the Minecraft franchise.

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ASUS' ProArt PZ13 is the first Copilot+ PC to challenge the Surface Pro 11, but some of these cost-saving component choices won't threaten Microsoft's 2-in-1 dominance

ASUS' new Snapdragon X Plus-powered 2-in-1 is a cost-saving OLED Surface Pro 11 variant for artists packing a free kickstand keyboard case.

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A new e-sports brand challenges Razer Kishi with 'Vagabond' mobile controller

The ELO Vagabond is an interesting-looking mobile controller at a premium price, but it is packed with tech to turn your mobile into a bonafide console on the go.

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Is Towerborne on Steam Deck?

Towerborne seems like a perfect Steam Deck game, and it's just gone into Early Access on Steam, here's everything we know about Towerborne being playable on the Valve handheld.

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Google may have a ChatGPT problem as users are subtly adopting AI-powered tools as their go-to search engines — but it could be eons before it becomes an actual threat

A new survey by Evercore indicates that 8% (up 1% from the previous month) of the study's polled participants use ChatGPT as their default search engine, while Google's market share dropped by 6%.

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Microsoft wants to beef up Windows security to prevent CrowdStrike-like fiascos, but there are critical concerns: "A world where only Microsoft can provide effective endpoint security is not a more secure world"

Microsoft is in talks to develop a new platform that could satisfy the needs of security vendors following the massive outage caused by a faulty CrowdStike that left over 8.5 million Windows devices with BSODs for hours.

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The entire staff of gaming publisher Annapurna Interactive have left the company

Annapurna Interactive staff have left the company following a dispute with the owners, according to a new report.

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Unity backtracks on controversial Runtime Fee, takes major step in restoring eroded trust

Unity killed its controversial Runtime Fee today. Announced last year, the Runtime Fee drew harsh criticism for its per-install pricing.

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The Black Ops 6 beta was the biggest in Call of Duty history

Treyarch Studios shares that the recent Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 two-weekend beta made history as the franchise's biggest beta ever.

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