Category: Technology

Windows 11 Could Soon Get Significantly Faster With Microsoft’s New Performance Tools

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Windows 11 users may soon have another reason to expect better performance from their PCs. Microsoft is continuing to focus on responsiveness and system performance, with new tools and optimizations aimed at identifying bottlenecks and making everyday Windows tasks feel faster. The development comes as Microsoft continues refining Windows 11 rather than simply adding new features. Recent updates have already introduced performance improvements, including changes designed to make applications launch more quickly. Microsoft Is Putting More Focus on Windows 11...Click for full post

Nine PBS Sues Iron Mountain Over 50TB Archive of 70 Years of TV History

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A legal battle involving Nine PBS and Iron Mountain is highlighting the risks organizations face when valuable historical data is stored through third-party cloud and data-storage providers. Nine PBS, the St. Louis public television station formerly known as KETC, has filed a lawsuit seeking access to more than 50 terabytes of archival material that contains approximately 70 years of the organization's television history. The archive reportedly includes programs, photographs, videos and other materials dating back to the station's beginnings in...Click for full post

Google Chrome Revokes Notification Permissions for Inactive Websites

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Google Chrome is making another change aimed at reducing unwanted website notifications. The browser is beginning to automatically revoke notification permissions from websites that users rarely visit, helping reduce notification clutter while giving users greater control over which websites can send alerts. For Chrome users, the change could mean fewer distracting pop-ups and notifications from websites they may have forgotten they previously authorized. The move is part of Google's broader effort to improve privacy, security and the overall browsing experience....Click for full post

Rare Nintendo Cartridges Found in Wisconsin Storage Unit Could Be Worth Thousands

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A forgotten box sitting for years in a Wisconsin storage unit has turned into one of the most remarkable Nintendo discoveries of 2026. Inside were 97 pristine Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) cartridges featuring Super Mario Bros. and Duck Hunt. What initially appeared to be a collection of common NES games turned out to be something much more significant: a previously undo cumented production variant that may be highly desirable to collectors. The discovery is a reminder that some of the...Click for full post

OpenAI Reportedly Developing AI Smart Speaker: Everything We Know

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The artificial intelligence race may soon move beyond smartphones and computers. According to multiple reports, OpenAI is developing its first AI-powered smart speaker, marking the company's biggest step yet into consumer hardware. If the reports prove accurate, the device could become a direct competitor to Amazon Echo, Google Nest, and Apple's HomePod while showcasing what conversational AI can do when it is always available in your home. Here's everything we know about OpenAI's rumored smart speaker and why it could...Click for full post

GPU Prices Keep Surging in 2026: Why Graphics Cards Cost More Than Ever

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Just when PC gamers and hardware enthusiasts thought the graphics card market had finally stabilized, GPU prices are rising sharply once again in 2026. After enjoying lower prices throughout much of 2025, buyers are once again facing inflated costs on many of NVIDIA, AMD, and even Intel graphics cards. High-end models are selling hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars above their original launch prices, making PC upgrades increasingly expensive. So what's causing this latest price surge, and is there any relief in...Click for full post