A class-action lawsuit against the leading PC and printer manufacturer, HP, was filed in October 2021. The lawsuit was granted preliminary approval by a U.S. District judge earlier this month, and while HP isn't admitting to any wrongdoing, it has now agreed to settle the case by paying a $4 million settlement.

Rush jobs are an unfortunate part of gaming, whether it’s due to corporate pressure, looming deadlines, or wildly ambitious visions colliding with budget limitations. No matter the reason, it’s never fun to play a game and feel in your bones that it was rushed out the door.

The government should be scrutinizing Meta’s power. Unfortunately, its legal attack isn’t cutting to the heart of what keeps Meta big.This week, I spent three days in a Washington, DC courtroom watching Mark Zuckerberg testify. He was there defending his company from being broken up by the Federal Trade Commission, which is seeking to unwind his acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp on the grounds that they were anticompetitive. At times, he was made uncomfortable and challenged with evidence that he wanted to “neutralize” rivals. Primarily, what I observed was the FTC’s misunderstanding of how social media works. To establish the market it argues Meta has a monopoly in, the FTC has defined a subset of social media that it calls “personal social networking services.” This category includes apps that primarily facilitate sharing between friends and family, but for some reason, doesn’t include private messaging apps. The government argues that Meta’s only competitors in this market are Snapchat and MeWe, an obscure, blockchain-based social network that claims to have 20 million users. Conveniently for the FTC, including only these two companies gives Meta a de fac …Read the full story at The Verge.

Once you get so far with adding smart devices to your home, you realize that not every device is easily controlled via voice assistants and that digging out your phone for app control gets tiresome. Having a smart display like the Google Home Hub or Nest Hub gives you a touch-controlled screen to see what's on your playlist, calendar, and to-do list while making it easier to control some aspects of your home.

The power supply is one of the most important parts of any PC build, and while it's certainly not the most flashy component, it's one that your computer relies on for everything. Having a PSU that is built with good components and has been tested to be reliable is paramount, but that doesn't mean that you can't find a deal on one.

Ladies and gentlemen, the wait for an Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remaster may be over. According to various sources, the great leak went down on Tuesday (April 15) as savvy netizens discovered files, details, and screenshots all on developer Virtuos' website. While the site containing the information has since been pulled, fans saved and filed away the assets, hoping that the beloved Elder Scrolls Elder Scrollsentry would receive a remaster or remake. And, based on the screenshots and information pulled from Virtuos' site, we could be approaching a timeline where that comes true.

When building a new PC, we often allocate most of our budget to the critical components, like the CPU and GPU, as they're the ones that are primarily responsible for the core performance. However, if you're on a tight budget and cut corners elsewhere, like buying a cheap PSU, your new PC may not operate at peak performance or last nearly as long.

DIY laser engraving is a creative way to transform everyday objects into special tokens. Laser technology has become more accessible, making it easier to experiment with unique gifts. Engraved items carry an element of personalization that stands out among standard store-bought pieces. Whether you’re an experienced craftsperson or just starting, there is an array of project ideas to explore. These thoughtful projects can be tailored to your style, creating memorable presents for friends and family.

Despite Wi-Fi 7 routers getting cheaper, they still aren't for everyone. But if you're someone that's looking to take their internet to a new level, then it's probably going to be a good idea to see what kinds of Wi-Fi 7 routers are available if it will benefit your scenario. With that said, this one from TP-Link is now on sale, coming in at $200 less than its original MSRP. This is the lowest price we've seen for this model, which delivers impressive performance.

Load up a new tab or head to YouTube and search for "fake frames." You'll find dozens upon dozens of videos and articles talking about DLSS 4, and in particular Multi-Frame Generation (MFG), and the downsides of generating frames with an AI model instead of rendering them. We've even used the term here at XDA.

Setting up a personal cloud with a Raspberry Pi can be an exciting venture. Many people enjoy the freedom of storing and accessing their files on their own terms. However, it is easy to make oversights that complicate everything from security to day-to-day usage. A little extra preparation can help ensure a more secure and stable system. By avoiding common pitfalls, you will likely have a smoother experience and enjoy your personalized cloud solution for a long time.

Wyze has been in the home security space for some years now, and, since the beginning, has offered some of the most affordable devices that you can buy. Of course, it's not all about the price when it comes to Wyze, with the brand constantly updating its lineup to offer better audio and visual quality, along with more features.