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news 7 Tech Gifts Under $20 for Someone Who Uses a PC, Starting at $12.49

7 Tech Gifts Under $20 for Someone Who Uses a PC, Starting at $12.49

A Logitech G F310 gamepad at $19.99 is the most recognizable item that fits a $20 ceiling at Amazon this week. The rule that picked it cut most of the other candidates: nothing here asks the buyer to know anything about the recipient's computer. Kensington lists this rest as discontinued on its own store. Image: Kensington No socket, no slot, no screen size and
news Blizzard Releases World of Warcraft: Forever Mockumentary Featuring Comedian Bill Bailey

Blizzard Releases World of Warcraft: Forever Mockumentary Featuring Comedian Bill Bailey

Blizzard Entertainment has released the first episode of a new three part mockumentary featuring British comedian and musician Bill Bailey, giving fans a humorous look at Azeroth ahead of the launch of World of Warcraft: Forever on November 4, 2026. The series, titled World of Warcraft: Planet Azeroth, follows Bailey as he explores the game's environments, creatures, and familiar locations. It adopts the presentation
news HP, Asus and Acer Reportedly Move PC Manufacturing Back to China as AI Drives Up Component Costs

HP, Asus and Acer Reportedly Move PC Manufacturing Back to China as AI Drives Up Component Costs

Major PC manufacturers, including HP, Asus and Acer, are reportedly shifting some production capacity back to China as rising component prices put pressure on manufacturing costs. The move comes as growing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure creates shortages of memory, storage and other essential components. These shortages have increased production expenses, encouraging computer manufacturers to reconsider where they assemble their products. China is becoming
news Amazon Warns Engineers Against Inflating AI Usage Metrics to Appear More Productive

Amazon Warns Engineers Against Inflating AI Usage Metrics to Appear More Productive

Amazon has introduced updated engineering guidelines asking employees to stop artificially increasing their AI usage statistics, warning that higher token consumption does not necessarily translate into better software development. The guidelines, published on October 27, 2026, encourage engineers and managers to evaluate artificial intelligence based on meaningful results rather than the amount of computing resources consumed. The company remains committed to making AI a
news Palit Denies Galax GPU Factory Closure Rumors Amid Nvidia RTX 5090 Chip Shortages

Palit Denies Galax GPU Factory Closure Rumors Amid Nvidia RTX 5090 Chip Shortages

Palit has officially denied reports that it is shutting down Galax graphics card manufacturing because of insufficient Nvidia GPU supplies, confirming that production and business operations are continuing normally. The clarification follows speculation that the company could no longer secure enough Nvidia chips to maintain manufacturing operations for its Galax brand. In a statement released on October 28, 2026, Palit rejected the claims and
news No Man's Sky Forsaken Update Adds Haunting Mementos, New Weapons and Minimal HUD Mode

No Man's Sky Forsaken Update Adds Haunting Mementos, New Weapons and Minimal HUD Mode

Hello Games has released the Forsaken update for No Man's Sky, introducing new collectible items, mysterious traders, additional spacecraft customization options and several gameplay improvements. The update, version 7.10, became available on October 28, 2026, across supported platforms. Its release also coincides with the game's arrival on iOS. One of the main additions is a collection of haunting mementos that players can recover from
news Resident Evil Franchise Could End Within the Next 10 Years, Capcom Producer Reveals

Resident Evil Franchise Could End Within the Next 10 Years, Capcom Producer Reveals

Capcom may bring the ongoing Resident Evil storyline to an end within the next decade, according to executive producer Jun Takeuchi, who says the company has developed a long term plan for the horror franchise. Takeuchi revealed that Capcom began considering a definitive ending while developing the Resident Evil 2 remake, released in 2019. The planning formed part of a broader strategy to guide
news GTA 6 Reportedly Requires 210GB of Storage on PS5 Ahead of November 19 Release

GTA 6 Reportedly Requires 210GB of Storage on PS5 Ahead of November 19 Release

Grand Theft Auto 6 could require approximately 210GB of storage space on PlayStation 5, according to new information reportedly discovered in the PlayStation Store database. The reported figure suggests Rockstar Games' upcoming open world title will be considerably larger than GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, potentially requiring players to clear substantial space on their consoles before installation. GTA 6 is scheduled to
news Cyberpunk 2 Director Reveals Why Vesemir's Death in The Witcher 3 Was Essential to Its Story

Cyberpunk 2 Director Reveals Why Vesemir's Death in The Witcher 3 Was Essential to Its Story

Paweł Sasko, associate game director of Cyberpunk 2, has revealed that one of the most memorable moments in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt initially left the game's development team speechless. Sasko, who previously served as lead quest designer on The Witcher 3, recalled proposing the death of Vesemir during development. The suggestion surprised his colleagues because the character had become an important figure in
news Elon Musk Predicts Robot RAM Demand Will Surge, but AI Data Centers Remain the Bigger Concern

Elon Musk Predicts Robot RAM Demand Will Surge, but AI Data Centers Remain the Bigger Concern

Elon Musk has predicted that humanoid robots will eventually consume more memory than other computing devices operating on Earth, although current estimates suggest their impact on the global RAM market will remain relatively small. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO made the comments on October 26, 2026, while responding to research forecasting a sharp increase in memory demand from humanoid robots by 2030. Musk argued
news Discord Will Soon Make Public Server Messages Searchable on Google, but You Can Opt Out

Discord Will Soon Make Public Server Messages Searchable on Google, but You Can Opt Out

Discord is preparing to make messages posted in discoverable servers searchable through Google, introducing a significant change to how conversations on the platform can be accessed outside the app. The rollout will begin on November 16, 2026, when eligible servers receive dedicated web pages containing AI generated summaries of their discussions. A broader change is scheduled for mid December, allowing Google to index message
news Acer Predator Atlas 8 Launches at $1,299 With Intel Arc G3 Extreme, $500 Cheaper Than MSI Claw

Acer Predator Atlas 8 Launches at $1,299 With Intel Arc G3 Extreme, $500 Cheaper Than MSI Claw

Acer has confirmed that its Predator Atlas 8 gaming handheld will be available at Best Buy on November 1, 2026, for $1,299.99, following the removal of its initial preorder listing. The handheld first became available for preorder on October 23, but its listing was subsequently taken down. Acer has now clarified that the device will return at its original launch price. The Predator Atlas
news HP OmniBook 5 With Snapdragon X and 16GB RAM Drops Below $800 in Early Black Friday Deal

HP OmniBook 5 With Snapdragon X and 16GB RAM Drops Below $800 in Early Black Friday Deal

HP's OmniBook 5 laptop is currently available for $789.99 on Amazon, offering a discount of approximately 18% ahead of the Black Friday shopping season. The laptop normally costs $960.85, meaning the latest offer reduces its price by $170.86. Although this is not its lowest recorded price, the discount makes it an attractive option for people looking for a Windows laptop with a large OLED
news Lenovo Pro 9n Review: RTX Spark Laptop Delivers Strong AI and Gaming Performance but Costs Up to $6,099

Lenovo Pro 9n Review: RTX Spark Laptop Delivers Strong AI and Gaming Performance but Costs Up to $6,099

Lenovo's Pro 9n combines Nvidia's new RTX Spark computing platform with a high quality OLED display, powerful AI capabilities and a portable design. However, its expensive configurations and relatively modest battery life make it a specialized laptop rather than an obvious choice for everyone. The laptop starts at $2,999.99, while its highest configuration reaches $6,099.99. After three weeks of testing, the device demonstrated strong
news Firefox 159 Fixes 167 Security Vulnerabilities and Adds New Password and Website Monitoring Features

Firefox 159 Fixes 167 Security Vulnerabilities and Adds New Password and Website Monitoring Features

Mozilla has released Firefox 159 for Windows, macOS, Linux and Android, addressing 167 security vulnerabilities while introducing improvements to password management and website monitoring. The update, released on October 28, 2026, includes fixes for several potentially serious security weaknesses, including flaws that could allow attackers to execute malicious code or escape the browser's security sandbox. Mozilla has also enabled its sidebar password manager by
news Windows 11 Now Lets You Disable Web Search Results in the Start Menu

Windows 11 Now Lets You Disable Web Search Results in the Start Menu

Microsoft is expanding a Windows 11 feature that allows you to disable web search suggestions in the Start menu, making it easier to find applications, documents, and system settings without unrelated internet results. The option, introduced through a gradual rollout in August 2026, is now reaching more computers. However, it remains unavailable on some devices, and Microsoft has not announced when the rollout will
news 32GB DDR5 RAM Kit Originally Sold for $110 Now Listed Above $1,500 as Memory Prices Surge

32GB DDR5 RAM Kit Originally Sold for $110 Now Listed Above $1,500 as Memory Prices Surge

DDR5 memory prices continue to rise, with a Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 32GB RAM kit that cost just $109.99 in August 2024 now advertised for more than $1,500 at several US retailers. The specific DDR5-7600 CL36 kit was recently listed on Amazon for $1,523.47, representing an increase of approximately 1,285% compared with its original purchase price. However, the unusually expensive listing does not represent
news Rare Nvidia GTX 750 Ti With 8GB VRAM Runs Cyberpunk 2077 at 30 FPS Despite Its Aging Hardware

Rare Nvidia GTX 750 Ti With 8GB VRAM Runs Cyberpunk 2077 at 30 FPS Despite Its Aging Hardware

A rare modified Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 Ti graphics card featuring 8GB of GDDR5 memory has been tested in modern PC games, demonstrating that the 12 year old GPU can still run demanding titles under heavily reduced graphics settings. The unusual card, manufactured by Chinese vendor Xynsviu, was purchased for £160 by YouTuber RandomGaminginHD. Testing confirmed that it contains a genuine GTX 750 Ti
news Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti Reportedly Runs at 0.67V With 52% Lower Power Consumption After Extreme Undervolting

Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti Reportedly Runs at 0.67V With 52% Lower Power Consumption After Extreme Undervolting

An Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti owner has reportedly reduced the graphics card's peak power consumption to just 142.8W through extreme undervolting, representing a 52% reduction compared with its standard 300W power rating. The experiment involved lowering the GPU's operating voltage to approximately 0.67V while maintaining a clock speed close to 1,900MHz. The results were shared on Reddit by an enthusiast who used mVolt+
news Steam Scream Sale 2026 Offers Up to 90% Off Popular Horror Games for Steam Machine

Steam Scream Sale 2026 Offers Up to 90% Off Popular Horror Games for Steam Machine

Steam's Scream Sale 2026 has introduced major discounts on several popular horror games, including Resident Evil Requiem, Silent Hill 2, The Quarry and Amnesia: The Bunker. The Halloween promotion includes survival horror, psychological thrillers and narrative adventures, with discounts reaching 90% on selected titles. For Steam Machine owners, the sale provides an opportunity to purchase demanding horror games that can benefit from more powerful
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