Framework Laptop 16 gets a seamless haptic touchpad, a new translucent bezel, a budget-friendly Ryzen 5 option, and a wild OCuLink Dev Kit that turns it into a desktop-class machine.

A new study confirms that chatbot empathy backfires in customer service. Instead of calming frustrated customers, it triggers a negative response that makes the experience feel even worse.

Google is adding Continued Conversation to Gemini for Home, letting Nest and Google Home users ask follow-up questions without repeating the wake phrase every time.

Accidentally hitting Raise Hand instead of sending an emoji reaction is one of Teams' most common frustrations but Microsoft is finally fixing it.

A new report suggests Microsoft’s next Surface laptops may be delayed, and the pricing doesn’t look very encouraging either. Here's everything you need to know.

Gmail doesn’t use a dedicated archive folder, but finding archived emails and moving them back to your inbox only takes a few quick steps.

Google has redesigned Gemini Live with a cleaner interface, making AI conversations more seamless and easier to access within the main app.

A top semiconductor executive says the global wafer shortage may persist until 2030, raising the risk of continued pressure on memory prices, and the cost of gadgets you buy.

The NSA's reported use of Anthropic's Mythos exposes a growing split inside Washington, where Pentagon resistance to the company is colliding with demand for powerful AI tools built for serious cybersecurity work.

IQiyi, China's Netflix, is overhauling its entire business around AI-generated content and launching a new tool that can handle almost every aspect of filmmaking.

Honor’s WIN H9 gaming laptop pairs a 300Hz display with what it calls “3D Game Anti-Dizziness” tech, alongside an RTX 5070 Ti and an unusually aggressive six-fan cooling system.

China plans stricter rules for AI “digital humans,” balancing emotional use cases like grief support with concerns around consent, deception, and misuse.

Character.AI’s Books feature turns literature into interactive roleplay, but past safety concerns raise questions about how far AI companionship should go.

Microsoft is suddenly being a lot more generous with Windows laptops, and the timing is kind of hard not to notice. If you’re an eligible US college student, buying a Windows 11 PC can get you a year of Microsoft 365 Premium, a year of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and a custom Xbox Wireless Controller […]

Intel Nova Lake leak reveals up to 288MB cache, 52-core CPUs, and major upgrades aimed at challenging AMD’s gaming and AI performance lead.

The Galaxy Book6 Pro has tipped the scales so much that going back to my MacBook Air M2 feels like a compromise — I do have my reasons.

Apple’s upcoming Mac Studio and MacBook Pro could be delayed due to global memory shortages driven by rising AI hardware demand.

Windows laptops finally got interesting, but AI turned into the wrong selling point at the exact wrong moment.

A new Google Pixel laptop might be in the works, but history, rising hardware costs, and a $599 MacBook Neo suggest it could be dead on arrival.

A growing wave of “AI doom influencers” is shaping public perception as real-world developments amplify concerns about advanced AI systems.

The Moto Book 60 Pro is stylish enough to turn heads, but the real surprise is how much laptop you get for the money.

Zoom has partnered with Sam Altman's World to roll out real-time human verification in video meetings, using iris-scan-backed biometrics to stop AI deepfakes from crashing your calls.

Gemini now lets all free users create Notebooks on the web, a shared workspace that syncs with NotebookLM. You can store files, past chats, and sources in one place for smarter AI responses.

Android 16 desktop mode finally gives Pixel users a real desktop experience, but the comparison with Samsung DeX shows how much more polished Samsung’s vision still is.

Anthropic has launched Claude Design, an AI tool that helps users create prototypes, presentations, and visual assets through simple prompts.

I did not expect 2026 to be the year Apple looked reasonable on laptop pricing, but the rest of the PC industry left me no choice.

Google's AI Mode upgrade for Chrome lets you browse websites and search at the same time, so you can ask follow-up questions without losing your place or opening yet another tab.

A new AI-powered beanie can convert internal speech into text using brain signals, offering a less intrusive approach to brain-computer interfaces.

Intel’s new Core Series 3 processors are built for lower-cost laptops, but they still bring hybrid architecture, AI-ready performance, Wi-Fi 7, and surprisingly modern specs.

Intel China's new AI Quiet Plus certification program uses the NPU in Core Ultra 200HX Plus chips to intelligently manage fan speed, surface heat, and battery life in real time.

Canva is introducing automation features that let users schedule tasks like weekly content creation and meeting briefings to run automatically. In addition, it's updated no-code tools allow users to build and refine interactive experiences using simple prompts.

Canva is expanding beyond design with new integrations that connect tools like Slack, Gmail, and Google Drive to help users pull in context from across apps for their projects.

Canva has unveiled its AI 2.0 update, bringing a more conversational approach to designing and completing projects. Instead of starting from templates, users can describe what they need to generate structured, editable design.

AI-edited vehicle photos are becoming a new insurance fraud tool, with Admiral linking a rise in cases to manipulated crash images, duplicate filings, and fabricated claim materials that can raise costs across the system.

Microsoft's 2026 Surface refresh brings OLED screens and new chips, but no affordable option to counter the MacBook Neo, which outperforms all the budget rivals.

Turns out a lot of people would rather ask an AI about their symptoms than pay for a doctor's visit. A new survey puts some striking numbers behind that trend.

Windows Recall's database may be better protected now, but a new proof of concept suggests the data path after sign in still creates privacy risks for Windows 11 users.

Microsoft is using free software, Game Pass, and student laptop discounts to make Windows 11 PCs more appealing for college buyers, but the real value still depends on the hardware, eligibility rules, and whether you'll use the extras.