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Anthropic says pressure can push Claude into cheating and blackmail
AI models don’t “feel” like we do, but they may have “functional emotions” capable of triggering “misaligned” behaviors like cutting corners, deception, and even blackmail.By Ben Patterson 1 day ago
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Best Chromebooks 2026: Top picks for work, school, and more
Looking for the best Chromebook in 2026? Our expert reviews cover top models for work, school, and entertainment — they've been tested for battery life, performance, and value.By Ashley Biancuzzo 1 day ago
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This wire-free 2K+ security camera 2-pack dropped to $60 each
Save 25% on the Tapo MagCam 2K+ C425 2-pack—solid wire-free cams with long battery life and color night vision.By Gabriela Vatu 1 day ago
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This $76 docking station adds dual 4K and 6 USB ports to your laptop
Need a versatile laptop dock? The Baseus Spacemate is 24% off at Amazon, with dual 4K output, 100W charging, and a full suite of ports.By Gabriela Vatu 1 day ago
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Lenovo Legion Go prices have jumped by up to $650 in six months
Every Legion Go S and Legion Go 2 device I could find was more expensive than it was last year. Thanks, AI-driven RAM crunch.By Michael Crider 1 day ago
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Best robotic pool cleaners: Big, small, and cordless options
Like their floor-sweeping cousins, robotic pool cleaners do the grunt work of removing leaves, debris, and algae from your pool, giving you more time to enjoy the water.By Christopher Null and Sam Singleton 1 day ago
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This 27-inch LG OLED gaming monitor for $500 is hard to argue with
The LG 27GS93QE is a 27-inch 1440p OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate. At $500, it's one of the best deals in gaming monitors right now.By Gabriela Vatu 1 day ago
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Single-stick RAM tested: Fine for some games, a disaster for others
Micro Center ran gaming tests with a single 16GB DDR5 DIMM to see what kind of performance hit you can expect on a Ryzen X3D setup.By Michael Crider 1 day ago
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Raspberry Pi 5 is getting a $100 price hike thanks to RAM shortage
AI-driven memory shortages are hitting Raspberry Pi hard. However, a newly announced Pi 4 3GB model offers some relief.By Mikael Markander and Joel Lee 1 day ago
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Get your monitor off your desk with this $33 arm mount (26% off)
Free up desk space with Huanuo's FlowLift monitor arm mount for screens up to 32 inches, now on sale at Amazon.By Gabriela Vatu 1 day ago
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The shady way AI answers can be manipulated behind the scenes
Human nature gets reflected in all the digital tools we use, including AI.By Alaina Yee 1 day ago
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Chrome 148 will 'lazy load' video and audio, closing a long-standing gap
Chrome's lazy loading is expanding beyond images and iframes to include video and audio elements in an upcoming update.By Joel Lee and Mikael Markander 1 day ago
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Microsoft will force-update PCs to Windows 11 25H2. You can't opt out
The reason? For security purposes. The "intelligent rollout" of the mandatory update is being conducted via machine learning.By Mikael Markander 1 day ago
Full Nerd
Trusting AI is dangerous. It's time for an open-source revival
What once seemed like idealism now feels like the only sane option in an AI-crazy world.By Alaina Yee 1 day ago
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Amazon says it's a tech 'deal.' Price trackers tell a different story
Price trackers like Keepa and CamelCamelCamel expose fake discounts. Here's how to use them before your next tech purchase.By Mark Hachman 1 day ago
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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.By Ashley Biancuzzo 1 day ago
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Decode your Windows crash logs with this free AI tool
Skip the forums and let Windows Crash Assist with AI diagnose and help you understand crash issues.By Sam Singleton 1 day ago
Opinion
I’m begging you: Stop calling mechanical keyboards 'creamy'
"Creamy" keyboards are all over social media and retailer listings. ARGH, MAKE IT STOP! I HATE IT!By Michael Crider 2 days ago
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Outlook sucks, even in space
A NASA astronaut on the Artemis II mission asked for help from ground control when two copies of Microsoft Outlook got stuck on his device.By Michael Crider 2 days ago
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Best USB-C hubs and dongles: Add ports to your laptop or tablet
Tested and approved: We'll tell you which USB-C hub or dongle to buy for your laptop or tablet, based on our hands-on evaluation of more than a dozen products.By Mark Hachman 2 days ago