Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 joins the ray tracing future on October 17 for $499
If you're interested in Nvidia's ray tracing future, the RTX 2070 may be a more affordable bet than the flagship RTX 2080 Ti. Nvidia finally announced that the RTX 2070 will start shipping on October 17. The GPU starts at $499, but it's unclear if ray tracing games will be available when the RTX 2070 launches.
If your data is found on the dark web, Firefox Monitor will let you know
After several months of beta testing, Mozilla is finally launching its Firefox Monitor service to the general public. Firefox Monitor scans the dark web, and if it finds your email address or other credentials, the service will alert you. You don't have to use the Firefox browser either to use Firefox Monitor.
Chrome 69 logs you in without consent, but Google says it’s for your own good
After widespread criticism for how Chrome 69 behaves when users log into a Google service, Google was forced into updating its privacy policy. Google denies it made the changes to track its users, and that it is not automatically uploading your browser information whenever you log into a Google service on Chrome 69.
How Razer forged the Blade 15, the slim gaming laptop nobody else could build
Razer proved that the right balance of performance, minimalism, and strong build quality is what gamers want, and this year, the company ushered in a new design with the Blade 15. We visited Razer's San Francisco headquarters to talk with Razer about the Blade 15 and what inspired its design.
Google tells lawmakers it allows other apps access to your Gmail
In a letter obtained ahead of Google's scheduled appearance before lawmakers, the search giant says it allows other apps to read and share Gmail messages. These apps need the explicit permission of the users to have access, and Google claims that it will revoke access to users’ emails if apps misrepresent themselves.
Smart Reply not smart enough? Desktop Gmail users can soon opt out
Smart Reply is estimated to be used on some 10 percent of Gmail messages sent today. However, not all of Smart Reply's suggestions make sense, and Google will soon give desktop Gmail users who do not want an artificially intelligent robot to generate suggested responses the opportunity to opt out.
Wi-Fi vulnerability could allow attackers to steal your data on unencrypted sites
A 20-year-old security flaw in the design of the Wi-Fi standard and how computers communicate using the transmission control protocol could allow hackers to perform a web cache poisoning attack to steal your data and login information. This attack technique won't work with encrypted sites that use HTTPS and HSTS.
AT&T’s new 5G network could adopt tiered billing, including a gaming plan
AT&T is exploring different ways to charge and bill customers once it starts to deploy its 5G network. In addition to bundling 5G connectivity into Internet of Things devices, AT&T is also looking at a 5G plan that targets mobile gamers, exploiting the service's fast connection and low latency.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 vs. GTX 1080
Although Nvidia is heavily ray tracing on the GeForce RTX 2080, features like AI-enabled Deep Learning Super Sampling may bring more immediate benefits to gamers choosing between the RTX line and last generation's GTX 1080. We'll break down the features and compare how the two series stack up.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 vs. RTX 2080 Ti
Do you need Nvidia's flagship GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Founders Edition card, or will you be better served saving your money and going with a regular RTX 2080? You'll gain some performance with the Ti variant, but we recommend saving the $400 premium on other upgrades for your gaming system.
Microsoft may go back to black with 2018 Surface Pro and Surface Laptop
Black may be back this year for Microsoft. The Surface-maker is rumored to be making its refreshed Surface Pro detachable and Surface Laptop available in a black color option this year, and we'll likely learn more about the company's Surface hardware plans at a scheduled press event on October 2.
Security flaw on modern PCs could leave your encrypted data exposed
Cybersecurity researchers discovered that weaknesses in the firmware of modern PCs and Macs could allow hackers to revive the decade-old cold boot attack to steal sensitive data from your computer. However, to gain access to the exploit, hackers will need physical access to your device.
Privacy-focused browser Brave sues Google, claims breach of Europe’s GDPR rules
Privacy-focused Brave browser is filing a complaint against Google's ad practices for violating privacy protections under Europe's GDPR rules. The complaint is seen as a test case against the digital advertising industry, and at stake are fines of up to four percent of Google's global revenues.
U.S. Senate will hear Google, Apple testimony on data privacy this month
Apple, Google, and some of their largest peers in technology are scheduled to testify before Congress in a hearing on data privacy later this month. The Senate will touch on how tech firms collect and safeguard data in response to recently passed legislation in California and the European Union.
Refreshed MacBook Air and iPad Pro are absent from Apple’s website leak
Apple fans hoping to glimpse new iPad tablets and a refreshed MacBook may have to wait, as the tablet and notebook were nowhere to be found in Apple's website source code ahead of Apple's Gather Round event today. This likely means that neither the MacBook nor the iPad will be updated.
Verizon 5G Home promises gigabit internet speeds for as low as $50
With a three-month free trial and some freebies, Verizon 5G Home promises to bring up to gigabit internet speeds to your home for as little as $50 if you're a Verizon Wireless customer. There are no caps, and the speeds will make 5G Home competitive with Google Fiber and cable internet services.
AOC makes curved gaming displays more affordable with G1 series
If you're looking for a curved gaming display, you don't need to spend a fortune with AOC's new G1 curved series. The displays start at just $229, and screen sizes range between 24 inches to 32 inches. All these monitors come with 144Hz fast refresh rate, AMD FreeSync support, and 1ms MPRT.
Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 2060 might launch next year without ray tracing
Gamers looking to save a few bucks by waiting for Nvidia's GeForce RTX 2060 may in for some disappointment. Though unconfirmed by Nvidia, it's believed that the graphics card won't launch until next year, and when it debuts, it may lack the hallmark ray tracing capabilities of the RTX series.
U.S. set to charge North Korean spy with Sony hack and WannaCry cyberattack
The United States Justice Department is set to announce charges against a North Korean spy for some of the biggest cyberattacks in recent memory. Pak Jin-hyok will be charged for his role in the hack that shut down Sony's operations and the WannaCry malware that crippled the British health system.
Riddled with problems, Chrome 69 isn’t the celebration Google hoped for
Even though Google gave Chrome a makeover with an entirely new look, a number of users would like the option to revert back to an older build of the browser for more stability. Chrome's new design also brought new problems, and many users are reporting issues on Google's product support forum.
Cat got your wallet? CryptoKitties virtual feline fetches $170K in crypto cash
If you thought you paid a lot for in-app purchases to enjoy your latest mobile game, think again. A CryptoKitty named Dragon was recently sold on Etherum-based CryptoKitties, a game that's based on blockchain, for the equivalent of $170,000. In case you were wondering, that's a record.