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HP’s new OmniBook Ultra 14 is 5% slimmer than your MacBook Air
HP is using CES 2026 week to put the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 in the spotlight, with a simple pitch for shoppers who want a premium laptop that’s easier to carry. In its CES 2026 announcement, HP says the 14-inch notebook is 5% thinner than a 2025 MacBook Air 13, and 52 %lighter than the […]
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Microsoft to end support for Windows 11 SE in 2026
Windows 11 SE, Microsoft’s education-first OS for K–8 classrooms, will reach end of support in 2026, forcing schools to upgrade devices or switch platforms.
HP’s CES 2026 lineup leaks, revealing EliteBook, OmniBook, and OMEN AI PCs
HP’s CES 2026 plans have leaked, showing a major AI PC push across EliteBook business laptops, OmniBook consumer systems, OMEN gaming hardware, Chromebooks, and accessories.
ASUS jumps into the price-hike club with its PC products
ASUS confirms targeted price increases on select PC products starting January 5, 2026 due to rising memory and component costs.
Apple’s ‘affordable’ MacBook arrival rumors heat up
Apple may launch an affordable 12.9-inch MacBook with an A18 Pro chip in spring 2026, expanding its laptop lineup.
Even ChatGPT gets anxiety, so researchers gave it a dose of mindfulness to calm down
Researchers found violent prompts can push ChatGPT into anxiety-like behavior, so they tested mindfulness-style prompts, including breathing exercises, to calm the chatbot and make its responses more stable and reliable.
LG’s new Gram lineup brings the world’s lightest laptop with Nvidia RTX graphics
LG is pairing Nvidia RTX graphics with the world’s lightest laptop designs in its 2026 Gram lineup. New Aerominum materials, dual AI support, and upgraded displays focus on portability without sacrificing performance.
HP’s OMEN 15 returns for CES 2026, should you wait?
HP OMEN 15 2026 may return at CES with Panther Lake or Ryzen AI chips, up to RTX 5070, and a 3K 120Hz OLED. Here’s when it’s worth waiting.
The $5000 GPU Might Actually Be Real
NVIDIA and AMD are reportedly planning significant GPU price hikes in early 2026, with RTX 5090 prices potentially rising to $5,000.
Lenovo’s Next Wave of Snapdragon X2 PCs Just Leaked
Lenovo leak reveals Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Plus laptops, including Yoga Slim 7x and IdeaPad 5x, ahead of CES 2026 unveiling.
You can now try the Windows phone OS that Microsoft never released
A leaked build of Andromeda OS now lets users try the canceled Windows software originally meant for Surface Duo, offering a hands-on look at Microsoft’s abandoned plan to bring a dual-screen version of Windows Phone back to life.
OpenAI wants to hire someone to handle ChatGPT risks that can’t be predicted
OpenAI is offering a high salary and equity to hire a Head of Preparedness tasked with anticipating and reducing serious risks tied to ChatGPT as the technology grows more powerful.
Meta wants AI agents in your day-to-day, starting with Manus
Meta has acquired Manus, a Singapore-based startup behind a general-purpose autonomous agent it plans to fold into its products. Meta Manus AI agents are being framed as the next step beyond chat, software that can carry work through to completion. Meta and Manus say the agent can independently handle tasks like market research, coding, and […]
This new technique can generate AI videos in just a few seconds
A new AI technique promises to generate videos in just seconds, dramatically speeding up a process that has traditionally taken minutes or even hours with existing video generation models.
The amount of AI slop and brainrot videos on YouTube will shock you
A Kapwing study reveals how AI slop has become a global presence on YouTube, with billions of views and growing influence across multiple markets.
WhatsApp update for early adopters provides more granular control over storage cleanup
WhatsApp is testing an advanced clear storage tool on iOS, giving users granular control over what gets deleted from chats while freeing up valuable iPhone storage.
The world’s first gaming monitor with a 1080Hz refresh rate is here, but is it meant for you?
HKC unveils the world's first 1080Hz gaming monitor at CES 2026, featuring dual-mode operation, DisplayPort 2.1, and a glimpse into the future of ultra-high-refresh esports displays.
ChatGPT ads won’t show up in your chats soon, but OpenAI is still testing them
OpenAI is still exploring ChatGPT ads, according to a new report describing sponsored content that could be prioritized in answers. It’s not a launch, but it’s a real sign the idea is alive.
Google’s built-in Gemini is pulling users, and your workflow is why
Similarweb data shows Gemini’s generative AI web traffic share rising from 5.4% to 18.2% in a year, while ChatGPT falls to 68.0%.
Asus wants your gaming laptop to pull double duty at CES 2026
Asus has teased a new Asus ROG dual-screen gaming laptop for CES 2026, with a January 5, 3 pm PT reveal. Here’s what the quick video suggests, and what to watch for.
Humanoid robot teleoperator manages to kick himself where it hurts
You have to be careful when doing martial arts!
Asus might build its own RAM because everyone else is too busy
Facing a global memory shortage, Asus may consider DRAM production or alternative suppliers to limit price hikes as DDR4 and DDR5 costs continue rising.
LG Display all-set to debut 27-Inch 4K OLED RGB Stripe Panel at CES 2026
LG Display is unveiling the world’s first 27-inch 4K OLED RGB stripe panel at 240Hz, targeting premium gaming and professional monitors with improved clarity, speed, and flexibility.
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