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ChatGPT is back online after being down for more than 3 hours

ChatGPT is back online for free and paying users after being down for more than three hours on Monday morning.
The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D installed in a motherboard.

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D review: attack of the V-Cache

AMD's updated Ryzen 9 7950X3D puts Team Red back in the lead, but it also carries a price increase now that current-gen options are getting cheaper.
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Here’s how Intel doubled Arc GPUs’ performance with a simple driver update

Intel delivered a massive boost in performance for its Arc GPUs with a simple driver update, but how? We sat down with Intel to dig deeper.
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The best gaming keyboards for 2023

Whether you are looking for a TKL, low-profile, or a keyboard with macros, here are some of the best gaming keyboards for you to complete your setup.
A lizard on the LG UltraGear OLED 27.

LG UltraGear OLED 27 review: the OLED revolution is here

LG is the first to hit the ground with a 27-inch OLED gaming monitor, and the despite the 27GR95QE-B being a pricey display, it impresses on every level.
Bing Chat saying it wants to be human.

Microsoft may have known about Bing Chat’s unhinged responses months ago

A post on Microsoft's website has surfaced, suggesting the company knew about Bing Chat's unhinged responses months before launch.
A robot's face pulls apart as it screams in Atomic Heart.

Atomic Heart restored my fragmented faith in PC ports

Atomic Heart is out on PC, and despite being a showcase of next-gen gaming tech, it runs shockingly well on a wide range of hardware.
Bing Chat saying it wants to be human.

‘I want to be human.’ My intense, unnerving chat with Microsoft’s AI chatbot

Microsoft's AI chatbot, Bing Chat, is slowly rolling out to the public. But our first interaction shows it's far from ready for a full release.
The new Bing chat preview can be seen even on a MacBook.

Microsoft responds to ChatGPT Bing’s first week of trial by fire

Following a string of negative press, Microsoft is promising some big changes to its Bing Chat AI in an attempt to curb unsettling responses.
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Returnal PC: best settings, ray tracing, Steam Deck, and more

Returnal is finally on PC, and we've rounded up the best settings for the game, along with some testing with the Steam Deck, ray tracing, and DLSS.
ChatGPT Bing giving an insane response.

ChatGPT Bing is becoming an unhinged AI nightmare

Microsoft just starting rolling out ChatGPT Bing to the public, and it's already turning into an AI-generated nightmare.
Two students lean over a cauldron in Hogwarts Legacy.

Hogwarts Legacy PC: best settings, ray tracing, DLSS, and more

Hogwarts Legacy has some issues on PC, but our guide to the best settings can help you optimize your performance.
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AI is coming for your PC games, but you should be excited, not worried

AI is everywhere, and your PC games aren't safe. Don't get worried, though. AI is already being used in PC games, and it has a bright future ahead.
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Don’t roll your eyes — AI isn’t just another doomed tech fad

Everyone's talking about AI changing the world, but it's not just another tech fad we see every year. AI really will change everything, for better and worse.
Google demoing its Bard AI offering car buying advice.

Google is holding off on releasing its ChatGPT rival until it reaches a ‘high bar for safety’

Google wants you to know that its ChatGPT rival Bard exists, but it's not ready to roll out the feature until it reaches a high bar for safety.
Microsoft's redesigned Bing search engine.

Microsoft is bringing ChatGPT to your browser, and you can test it out right now

Microsoft's ChatGPT-powered Edge browser and Bing search engine promise to change the way you interact with the web, and you can try it now.
MSI GT77 Titan (2023) playing Cyberpunk 2077.

MSI’s 2023 GT77 Titan is even faster than most gaming desktops

MSI's GT77 Titan packs next-gen components that are powerful enough to put even the most expensive gaming desktops to shame.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 was announced at IFA on Wednesday in Berlin, Germany.

Samsung’s first QD-OLED gaming monitor might be dead on arrival

Samsung finally released its first QD-OLED gaming monitor, but it might be too expensive to make a splash in 2023.
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I asked AI to recreate the best Super Bowl commercials — to hilarious and horrifying effect

If you want some nightmare fuel, we have it. We asked an AI to recreate some of the most iconic Super Bowl ads of all time (to hilarious and horrifying effect).
The Hyte Y40 PC case sitting on a coffee table.

I found the best (and only sensible) PC case for the RTX 4090

PC cases usually aren't exciting, but with massive graphics cards like the RTX 4090 threatening to melt up, Hyte's new Y40 is designed for high-end PCs in 2023.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

AMD’s Ryzen 9 7950X3D pricing keeps the pressure on Intel

AMD finally announced pricing and availability for its upcoming Ryzen 9 7950X3D, and it doesn't carry a price increase compared to the base processor.
Alienware Aurora R15 placed at an angle on a table.

Alienware Aurora R15 review: fixing a critical issue

Alienware's long-running Aurora line sees iterative updates every year, but 2023 brings a critical change that makes it a much more attractive gaming desktop.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel targets RTX 3060 takedown with Arc Alchemist price cut

Intel is slashing the price of its Arc A750 graphics card in an attempt to take down Nvidia's popular RTX 3060 graphics card.
Someone typing on the Alienware m18 laptop.

The first RTX 4080 laptops are much cheaper than we expected

Alienware finally debuted pricing for a trio of upcoming RTX 4080 laptops, and the prices are much cheaper than we originally anticipated.
The M1-powered Mac Mini.

Apple Mac mini M2 buying guide: don’t make this mistake

The Apple Mac mini M2 is an impressive desktop, but don't make this critical mistake when picking one up.
A PC sitting next to a PS5 on a coffee table.

I built a couch gaming PC that puts the PS5 to shame — and you can too

You haven't been able to beat the PS5 with a custom PC for a couple of years, but now is the time for PCs to make a comeback. Here's the build you need.
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If you think PCs are dying, you haven’t been paying attention

Microsoft and Intel are down bad right now, but that doesn't mean it's time to declare that PCs are dead once again.
Frey is handcuffed and guarded in Forspoken.

Turns out DirectStorage isn’t killing frame rates in Forspoken after all

New performance testing shows that DirectStorage isn't actually killing your frame rate in Forspoken.
An Elgato 4K60 Pro capture card in a gaming rig.

The best capture cards for 2023: Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

One of the best capture cards will help you stream or record your gameplay at the highest possible quality. Here are the capture devices we recommend in 2023.
Apple Mac Mini M1 sitting on a desk.

Apple Mac Mini M2 vs. M1: don’t make a buying mistake

Apple's Mac Mini M2 offers better performance than the M1, but is the new desktop worth it with last-gen models going for bargain prices?
Frey using magic in Forspoken.

I can’t believe I’m recommending Forspoken on PS5 over PC

Forspoken's PC port includes additional features over the PS5 version, but you should stick with the console release if you want a smooth experience.
Dell G15 rear 3-quarter view.

Don’t wait on next-gen gaming laptops — here’s what you should buy instead

Next-gen gaming laptops are arriving in a few weeks, but you shouldn't wait on them. Here's why and the laptops you should buy instead.
A Mac Mini M2 being used for video editing.

Is Apple’s Mac Mini M2 any good? Here’s what reviews say

Apple's hotly-anticipated Mac Mini M2 launches in a matter of hours, but how does it hold up? The first batch of reviews is finally in.
The Asus ROG Azoth keyboard sitting among key switches and key caps.

Asus’ ROG Azoth is somehow better than my custom gaming keyboard

The Asus ROG Azoth combines mainstream features and enthusiast quality for a reasonable price.