Apple has launched Apple Intelligence, its big generative AI effort. Apple Intelligence focuses on personalized on-device AI, but also includes a limited cloud component for more advanced requests, and the option to use OpenAI's ChatGPT for certain types of requests. The on-device component maintains a private "semantic index" of your data like your recent messages, calendar, contacts, and more. This allows Siri to answer new kinds of requests more intelligently, using the context of that data and what's on your screen at the moment. Siri also now maintains conversational context across multiple requests, and can be queried via text instead of voice. New system-wide Writing Tools work across all apps. They can proofread, summarize, and rewrite. Any selected text can be rewritten in any style of your choice. New options offer to summarize long emails or messaging threads for you. Genmoji uses on-device generative AI to create any new emoji you can cream up. More advanced image generation is available via Image Playground, available in Messages and other Apple apps, some third-party apps, and as its own standalone app. Image Playground lets you create a small image based on any prompt. If the image includes a person, you can ask it to make them look like someone specific in your contacts. It will not generate photorealistic images, though, offering only "animation", "illustration", and "sketch" styles. Apple is also introducing a "Cleanup Tool" in Photos that can remove unwanted objects from photos using generative fill, much like Google's Magic Eraser. A new Priority Notifications feature uses the semantic index to understand and highlight which notifications are actually important, and a Reduce Interruptions option hides all non-Priority notifications. When a request cannot be handled on-device, Apple Intelligence sends only the necessary info to Apple's own "Private Cloud Compute" servers for processing, where Apple promises your data is not saved or logged. Apple Intelligence is free to use. Basic use of ChatGPT is also free, and you can link a paid OpenAI account to Apple Intelligence so you can access more advanced ChatGPT features right from Siri. The ChatGPT integration is multimodal, offering both text and images as input and output. Apple says it's working to integrate other models besides ChatGPT. On phones, Apple Intelligence requires the A17 Pro chip, which means it will only work on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, not the standard iPhone 15, nor any older models. It will also be available on tablets and computers using any M-series chip

New York is now the ninth US state to offer an official, standards-compliant mobile ID (MiD). The new New York Mobile ID app is available for both Android and iOS. The dedicated app is required for both setup and use; New York's solution is not yet compatible with Apple Wallet nor Google Wallet. During setup, the user scans both their physical ID card and face. The app can then display a personalized QR code any time identity and/or age need to be verified. The code is scanned by the person requesting verification using any standard-compliant verification app. They then choose what information to request, the ID holder gives permission on their device, then the requested information (and that info only) is transmitted wirelessly and automatically verified with the NY DMV. The ID holder does not need to hand over their phone at any time. The verifying device must have an internet connection, but the device of the ID holder can be offline. The TSA currently accepts mobile ID at 28 airports, including all terminals of JFK and LaGuardia in New York City. Businesses that need to check ID can start accepting mobile ID at any time, but verification apps are not yet in widespread use. New York's app is similar to that of California, Iowa, Louisiana, and Utah. States with mobile IDs that can also be added to mobile wallets are: Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, and Maryland.

Never trust first party benchmarks, always wait for independent testing for accurate data!

It's truly disheartening to hear that EVGA video cards are no longer available. Their top-notch quality, reliability, and innovation have set a benchmark in the industry. Many gamers and enthusiasts, myself included, will miss the unparalleled gaming experience that EVGA cards provided. Farewell, EVGA, you'll be dearly missed in the gaming world.

Nvidia prices are the ultimate protection. Can't break what you can't afford :-D

While we love looking at cool gaming monitors with features like MiniLED and QD-OLEDs, Dasung is coming to us today with something out of left field, an E-INK display. That's right the same tech that graces the Amazon Kindle is in a monitor now. Only this time it is in color! Could this be the difference between e-ink and e-stink?

Don't have any smart devices in your home! And if you must, you have to set them up the right way.

Is this finally the M1 moment for Windows?

It looks like Intel is trying to sit on two chairs and sell overclocked products as if they are verified, but without actually verifying them or providing any guarantees.

In this video I tested several RAM scenarios like Single Channel, Dual Channel and Dual Channel with both Single and Dual Rank. Enjoy!

Actually Good RMA Process, Nvidia GPU Melting Protection: Thermal Grizzly Delivers The Goods

At Computex 2024, Qualcomm showcased their upcoming Snapdragon X Elite laptops, set to hit the market on June 18th. PJ Jacobowitz from Qualcomm introduced these laptops as the ultimate Arm Laptops, the best Arm-based processors for Windows, emphasizing their superior performance, exceptional battery life, and the inclusion of the world's fastest NPU for laptops. This NPU enhances AI features in Windows apps, making the devices not only powerful but also incredibly efficient, cool, and silent. Major manufacturers like Samsung, Microsoft Surface, HP, and Lenovo will be releasing these laptops, offering a variety of designs including the sleek Yoga and the robust ThinkPad. The new Orion CPU in the Snapdragon X Elite promises outstanding performance with remarkable power efficiency, ensuring the laptops remain cool and quiet even during intensive tasks. This allows for extended battery life and a comfortable user experience. Various models will feature high-resolution OLED displays with over a billion shades of color, appealing to both creative professionals and general users. The laptops are designed to handle prolonged usage, especially for tasks like video calls and productivity applications, without compromising on performance. One of the highlights of the presentation was the demonstration of hardware-accelerated app support, particularly for AI-driven applications. Julia showcased how AI features like Magic Mask in Davinci Resolve now run significantly faster on the NPU compared to traditional GPU processing. This improvement allows for real-time object identification and editing, enhancing the capabilities of video editing software. Adobe Premiere and other creative software like Vegas and Avid will also be natively supported on Snapdragon, broadening the scope of professional-grade tools available on these laptops. The event featured a live demonstration of an innovative audio tool by Algorithm, which uses a neural network to isolate and manipulate individual elements within a song in real time. This technology, available in the Windows store, exemplifies the potential of on-device AI processing to deliver high-quality audio editing quickly and efficiently. Such advancements in AI capabilities underline the versatility and power of the Snapdragon X Elite platform, making it a compelling choice for creative professionals. In addition to creative applications, the laptops are optimized for a wide range of popular apps, ensuring smooth performance across various use cases. Microsoft and Qualcomm have tested over 300 applications to ensure compatibility, with day-one support for full Chrome and a suite of enterprise applications. The presentation also highlighted the benefits for graphic designers and architects, with full support for Adobe Suite, including Lightroom and Photoshop, as well as tools for 3D game design and other professional software. Qualcomm's collaboration with Microsoft extends to the development of new NPU tools and the Qualcomm AI Hub, which offers developers access to over 100 AI models. This platform allows for the rapid deployment and optimization of custom neural networks, enabling developers to create high-performance AI-driven applications efficiently. The AI Hub facilitates the development of sophisticated applications that can leverage the Snapdragon X Elite's powerful AI capabilities, making it an attractive option for software developers. Another key feature demonstrated was the seamless integration of Microsoft's Co-Pilot Plus, fully hardware-accelerated on the Snapdragon X Elite. This includes live captions and translation features for video calls, enhancing communication and accessibility. The Surface devices with Snapdragon X Elite showcased their capability to handle advanced tasks with ease, supported by features like OLED displays and extensive connectivity options, including USB 4 and potentially Thunderbolt support. Finally, the presentation highlighted the versatility and adaptability of the Snapdragon X Elite platform, from gaming to professional applications. The laptops demonstrated impressive thermal management, maintaining performance without overheating. Qualcomm also showcased their AI-powered code generation tools, which significantly speed up development processes by generating code in real time. Overall, the Snapdragon X Elite laptops represent a significant leap forward in ARM-based Windows devices, offering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and AI capabilities.

Pcie 5.0 was released back in 2019 and there still isn't a single consumer GPU that uses it.

The Stig's secret subterranean lair is the perfect place to make a lot of noise with a lot of noisy cars. Welcome to Top Gear Tunnel Run. In the fifth episode of our series, our tame racing driver welcomes the Mercedes S600 limo... Wait, what?! Fear not, because while the W140-era Merc S-class is famously quiet (it even had double-glazed windows, so you could hear a pin drop in the cabin) it also had the same V12 that powered the original Pagani Zonda. And thanks to a trick exhaust, this one sounds like an old Formula One car.

Faster, Better Memory Is Coming, DDR5-8400 Now Actually Works!

We're at the Noctua booth at Computex 2024 where they've cooked up a handful of really cool prototypes and upgrades- including one that I suggested to them 3 years ago that they turned down!

They're really throwing it back a bit with the old ship settings, the claustrophobic, closed-in scenes... This is almost a breath of fresh air!

Alien: Romulus premieres in theaters August 16.

Today we take a look at how to use a autounattend.xml to bypass Windows 11 system requirements like Microsoft account, BitLocker, TPM, Secure Boot and much more.

Watch Intel's Computex 2024 keynote with the PCWorld crew and hear real time commentary and analysis

AMD's Ryzen 7000 series CPUs were a major leap for gamers and content creators alike, and now they've just announced Ryzen 9000...Will it be enough to send Intel to the bargain bin?

Lian Li announced its Lancool 207 $80 high-airflow budget case, coming out later this year and likely competing as one of the fiercest sub-$100 PC cases for 2024. We'll see how it does in our review. The company also showcased its Lancool 217 with wood paneling at #computex 2024, alongside its SL V3 "wireless" RGB solution (or at least, wire reducing). The Lancool series is exciting for bringing the industry back towards cheap competitors. We're looking forward to seeing how it does. CEO Jameson Chen joined us for some engineering discussion as well.

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The current form of the Audi A7, which came out in 2019 and got a facelift in 2024, is likely to end with the 2025 model. For the 2026 model year, we expect a brand-new A7, which could have plug-in hybrid power. It is said that Audi's A6 cars will move to the A7 line at that point. The 2025 A7 will likely stay the same since its replacement is already being made. The four-door, medium coupe-style car has enough room for five people and can be used as a hatchback. The A7 looks like a sedan, but it can hold up to 50 cubic feet of goods, which makes it just as useful as some smaller SUVs. All models come with an all-wheel drive system, a panoramic sunroof, a 10.1-inch tablet, and leather seats.

PC enthusiasts needs to have good sub 99$/79$ usd B860/H810 boards and Intel also needs to release APU's that can battle Ryzen 8700G/8600G at a lower overall complete build cost.

Lower TDP Ryzen 9000 series should run a lot cooler... so there's that...

This is first Version of Windows 11 LTSC Made for Old unsupported computers today I'm showing how to install and test this amassing version IoT LTSC released by Microsoft as evaluation copy just for testing and playing around with it till the stable release will be ready in latter of this year 2024

Microsoft has a program called "PC Manager" which aims to help you "clean up" Windows - but should you use it?

FlashFloppy is custom firmware to supercharge your GOTEK USB Floppy Emulator!

Samsung is apparently putting a circle inside of a square for the newly leaked Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra. The device features a brand-new, chunkier look for the dial. The Watch 7 Ultra also reportedly sports a third mysterious button. Do you like the design of the leaked Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra?

What do you get when Linus meets someone even more introvert? You get the most awkward AMD Upgrade to date! We upgrade a Printer, a sewing machine, 2 computers, a smart lock and Steam Deck! Which you can win in our Giveaway!

Big corporation lying?! What next?

Do You Need A Microsoft Account? Today we look at the Pros and Cons of using a Microsoft Account.

Have you heard of catalog signatures before?

That chip is legendary!

It's really hard to put a computer into space...so hard in fact that laptops on the international space station are treated as effectively disposable. So when the folks at HPE wanted to put a SERVER on the ISS, people were a bit skeptical… and it turned out even with the help of KIOXIA's fast and reliable storage devices, to be harder than they thought.

Linux vs Windows: Malware. Is Linux immune to Malware? Nope, there's a ton of malware on Linux and in this video we will compare the respective ecosystems from a malware and security perspective.

Today we take a look at Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC, this is an official release from Microsoft that has all the bloatware removed.

RTX 5080/5090 Next Week @ Computex? RDNA 4 Rumors... May Q&A [Part 1]

Have you ever thought "Laptops sure are great, but I wish they had 3 monitors, desktop components, and weighed 20 times as much"? Good news! With the MaCase B43 chassis your PC can go from a portable, reasonably powered slate that lives in your backpack to a monstrously huge Frankenstein machine capable of running several instances of Crysis. This thing games so hard you'll totally forget about the disc you slipped in your back while trying to get it up onto the table.

It's time for an incredible petrol vs electric drag race! The Lamborghini Revuelto is back, and it's going head-to-head against the almighty Tesla Model S Plaid! So let's see how these two incredible machines compare.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra will have a totally new design. The first look reveals a Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra that's neither fully round nor completely square-it's like Samsung couldn't decide, so they went, 'Why not both?' The Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra will also bring some positive additions to the Galaxy smartwatch lineup which are explained in the video.

Learn how to access your Kali Linux environment directly from a web browser using Docker Compose. This setup includes a container running Kali Linux with NoVNC, allowing full desktop access remotely. Perfect for security professionals and enthusiasts needing quick, secure access without complex installations.

ICQ, an instant messaging service that was at one time very popular in the US and other parts of the world in the early days of the consumer PC internet, is officially closing up shop. The official ICQ site now has a message that says the service "will stop working on June 26".

ICQ was first launched in November 1996 by Israel-based Mirabilis. In a 2003 interview with the Israel21c website, one of the co-founders of the company, Yair Goldfinger, stated that he and two friends developed the idea for ICQ (which is supposed to stand for "I Seek You) in about two months, The father of Goldfinger decided to invest a few hundred thousand dollars to the group. While the ICQ program was developed in Israel, the Mirabilis founders launched the service in a small apartment in San Jose, California, because, according to Goldfinger, internet access in the US was cheaper. It didn't take long for ICQ to start becoming a popular PC app. After launching in November 1996 for free, ICQ had 850,000 users in May 1997, and by April 1998, the user base had grown to nine million, of which 2.5 million were using it every day. It's easy to see why. ICQ focused on one-on-one chats rather than on chatting in groups, which you would find on services like AOL or even in IRC. ICQ certainly influenced other chat and messaging services like AIM, which launched about six months after ICQ, Indeed, AIM's owner AOL eventually acquired Mirabilis and ICQ in June 1998 for $287 million, with an additional $120 million to be paid if certain goals were reached. By 2001, ICQ had reached a peak of 100 million registered users. As the rise of other instant messaging services, and later social networks like Twitter and Facebook became more popular, many users in US and other parts of the world abandoned ICQ, In 2010 AOL sold off ICQ to Russia's Digital Sky Technologies, where the service was still popular, for $187 million. The company was later renamed VK, and this week's shutdown announcement of ICQ recommended that users switch to either VK Messenger or VK WorkSpace

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Google owns or has access to almost everything - search, email, even your web browser! Unless you like being the product, how can you opt out and still live a connected life?

The journey continues. Here's your first look at Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia.

Linus accidentally said he wanted to increase his screwdriver size... Creator Warehouse took that as approval and rapid prototyped a 3X Screwdriver that not only works, but used Metal 3D printing to help complete some of the parts. Will Linus be able to finish this PC?

This hardware news episode talks about Intel Battlemage appearing in a new handheld gaming device (officially, not a rumor!). It'll be shown at Computex by Weibu, featuring Lunar Lake from Intel, which will be formally at a future date. Additionally, we're covering US tariffs on lithium-ion batteries and semiconductors, rumors of NVIDIA & MediaTek working on a gaming handheld (allegedly), and more.

2 week of overthinking this iPad Pro