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TSMC Finds Unexploded Bomb at Chip Factory Site

TSMC finds a corroded bomb at one of its upcoming chip factory sites in Taiwan, but says construction is still on schedule.

By Kate Irwin
TSMC sign and globe logo on a gray building.

The Best Early Black Friday Deals on Chromebooks

Take home a versatile and virus-proof Chrome OS laptop at a deep discount before the holiday sales even start with hot prices on Chromebooks from Acer, Samsung, and Lenovo.

By K. Thor Jensen
Early Black Friday 2024 Deals on Chromebooks

Google Pixel Phones Get Real-Time Scam and Malware Detection Features

The AI-based features are rolling out to Pixel 6 or newer first but will soon be expanded to other Android devices, Google says.

By Jibin Joseph
A photo of Pixel 9 Pro smartphones in Hazel, Obsidian, Porcelain, and Rose Quartz.

Rate Your Electric Vehicles, Plug-in Hybrids, and Standard Hybrid Cars to WIN

Want a chance to take home $250? Tell us all about the electric cars and trucks or hybrids you drive, as well as the chargers and charging networks that keep them powered.

Image by Stefan Schweihofer from Pixabay

Check Out the Yeyian Phoenix Gaming PC

Built to outlast even your most intense gaming session.

Yeyian Phoenix Gaming PC

FBI: China Hacked Multiple Telecom Firms to Steal Call Record Data

An FBI investigation into reported hacks at AT&T and Verizon reveals 'a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign,' the agency says.

By Michael Kan
Chinese hacking

Tune Into the Best Early Black Friday Deals on TVs From Amazon, LG, Samsung, More

We're talking over a grand in savings on top-rated OLED, QLED, and Fire TVs of all sizes, and options for every budget. Why wait? You can be watching your new set before Thanksgiving Day.

By Cierra Cowan
Early Black Friday 2024 Deals on TVs

Looking for Love? Rate Your Favorite Dating Apps for a Chance to Win $250

Share your opinions about the dating apps and services that help you find connections. You could win an Amazon gift card.

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X Lost Record Number of Users After Election Day

X saw record traffic after Election Day, but 115,000 people still hit the delete button. X's loss is Bluesky's gain; the site just topped the 15 million user mark, up from 9 million in September.

By Michael Kan
X logo with Elon Musk

The Best Early Black Friday Lenovo Deals on Laptops, Desktops, and More

Get a jump on your holiday shopping with big discounts on top-reviewed tech from Lenovo, including their best hardware options for productivity and gaming. It's never too early too start saving!

By K. Thor Jensen
Early Black Friday 2024 Deals on Lenovo

Best Buy's Best Early Black Friday Deals: Speakers, Monitors, and So Much More

Don't wait: Early Black Friday deals are here now, making it the best time to grab incredible discounts on fantastic tech products from top brands like Samsung and Sony (to name a few).

By Shubham Yewale
Early Black Friday 2024 Deals at Best Buy

Major Layoffs Hit AMD, With Up to 1,000 Employees Potentially Impacted

AMD has seen a 69% decline in its gaming division and hasn't made nearly as many gains in the AI chip sector as rival US chip giant Nvidia.

By Kate Irwin
AMD Radeon chip on a gray surface.

GOG.com Preservation Program Aims to Keep Old PC Games Playable

The program, announced as GOG.com celebrates its 16th anniversary, is launching for 100 games, including favorites such as System Shock 2, the original Diablo game, and Myst. 

By Michael Kan
GOG preservation image

Amazon's Temu Killer Arrives, Offering Products for $20 or Less

Amazon Haul looks to draw consumers away from Temu, Shein, and AliExpress with 'crazy low prices,' if you're willing to wait a week or two to receive your packages.

By Michael Kan
Amazon Haul

Chrome for iOS Update Lets You Search Using an Image and Text

Plus, download web content directly to Google Drive and Google Photos.

By Jibin Joseph
A photo of the Google Chrome logo displayed on a smartphone.

The Best Editor-Selected Early Black Friday Deals to Shop Right Now

We're still a couple of weeks out from Thanksgiving, but you don't have to wait for Black Friday to save big on laptops, tablets, headphones, gaming gear, and more. These are our favorite deals so far.

By Jade Chung-Lee
Early Black Friday Deals

Apple May Launch iPad-Like Smart Home Control Device in March 2025

After months of speculation, juicy details—albeit rumored—about Apple's first home device finally come to light.

By Jibin Joseph
A photo of a woman trying to use a smart home control device.

Dream Job Offer on LinkedIn? Be Careful, It Might Be Iranian Hackers

Suspected Iranian hackers are spreading malware through fake job offers that fool targets into downloading a malicious ZIP file, according to ClearSky Cyber Security.

By Michael Kan
Iran hacking campaign

Alaska School Cell Phone Policy Cites Fake Studies Hallucinated by AI

The department of education tells PCMag the document was a draft and an experiment, but the Alaska Daily News says the incident shows a 'lack of maturity' in the use of AI.

By Emily Dreibelbis Forlini
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The Best Early Black Friday HP Deals: Laptops, Desktops, Printers, and More

Black Friday might not be until November 29, but you can save big money right now on some of the finest hardware that HP has to offer. Don't delay, the deals won't stay!

By K. Thor Jensen
Early Black Friday 2024 Deals on HP