It's worth using a privacy-focused browser to stop websites from tracking your online activity and selling your information to third parties. Most of us don't want anyone snooping on our online activity, and it becomes a matter of principle to protect our privacy from unwanted intrusion.

Have you tried bone-conduction headphones before? They're a little bit different than regular ones; instead of blasting audio into your ears, they send vibrations directly to your inner ear, which then translates the waves into audio that you can "hear."

If you're a DIY tinkerer, you've got to have at least one weird or interesting clock around the house. They're easy to make and are excellent conversation pieces for when you haveguests over. If you're still barren of one cool-looking clock, here's some inspiration for you: someone made a device that uses sliding tiles to change the numbers, and it looks incredible.

Retro-gaming rigs are some of the most popular projects for Single-Board Computers, and for good reason. Despite their pint-sized form-factor and (fairly) affordable prices, modern SBCs hide a lot of firepower under the hood. On the software side, you’ve got highly-optimized emulators and emulation distros, most of which are simple to set up even for beginners.

While Zapier is usually associated with businesses and project management, you can actually use the platform to automate certain personal tasks in your daily life. This is thanks to the thousands of apps that Zapier can integrate with, allowing you to integrate your productivity apps together — as well as creating automations between your personal apps.

Platformer games have always been a go-to genre for gamers who love a mix of skill, challenge, and adventure. Whether you’re swinging through fiery depths, jumping across moving platforms, or fighting off waves of enemies, there's no shortage of exciting experiences to dive into on Steam. So, here’s a look at some of the most popular and exciting platformers that stand out for their creativity, gameplay mechanics, and stunning worlds.

If you're on the hunt for a new gaming monitor, why not give Acer a try? The company has revealed two new entries to its Predator monitor series: the X32 X2, and the X27U X1. Both of them offer generous OLED screens with high refresh rates and response times, making them an excellent addition to your battlestation.

One of the fields in which 3D printing has found a perfect fit is PC customization. If you read our article on why PC enthusiasts need a 3D printer, you will find that there are many things you can benefit from having a 3D printer. If you own a GPU and a PC, you can personalize it by 3D printing custom parts tailored to the exact specifications of your machine. It is cheaper than buying branded accessories, and you can 3D print parts in various colors, making your machines stand out because of the aesthetics they bring. Below are some interesting ways to personalize your GPU and PC using 3D printing.

This is the only charging station you should be looking at if you're thinking about upgrading from your current charger. Not only does it feature a compact and simple design, but it also packs plenty of ports and power as well. Although it normally retails for $66, it can now be had for far less, thanks to a rare discount that knocks over 50% off. So grab this charging station for just $30 while you still can.

OpenAI has raised $40 billion in a new investment round led by SoftBank, vaulting the company to a $300 billion valuation. It’s the largest funding round for a private tech company in history, according to CNBC.OpenAI is set to receive $10 billion up front (SoftBank will invest $7.5 billion along with $2.5 billion “from an investor syndicate,“ according to Bloomberg). The remaining $30 billion is slated to arrive by year’s end, CNBC reported — but only if it officially converts into a for-profit company by then. If not, it reportedly stands to lose a quarter of the deal.The funding comes just a few months after OpenAI announced Stargate, a $500 billion joint venture with backing from SoftBank, Oracle, and the Abu Dhabi fund MGX to build out massive AI datacenters over the next four years. The company has been in a full sprint lately: On Monday, CEO Sam Altman posted that OpenAI gained 1 million users in a single hour in large part thanks to a new feature called Images in ChatGPT that went viral due to its ability to produce Studio Ghibli inspired AI art. Altman also announced on Wednesday that the company would “release a powerful new open-weight language model with reasoning in the coming months.” The funding announcement claims that ChatGPT serves 500 million people every week.Despite the explosive growth the startup has seen thanks to ChatGPT, it’s still burning a ton of cash. Bloomberg recently reported that the startup is expecting to earn $12.7 billion in revenue this year alone, which is a massive jump from the $3.7 billion it earned in annualized recurring revenue last year. Still, the report claims OpenAI doesn’t expect to be cash flow positive until 2029, when its projections predict a whopping $125 billion in revenue.OpenAI’s funding announcement emphasized the startup’s goal of building “AGI that benefits all of humanity.” Altman has been clear that it’ll take a lot to pull this all off—compute, energy, global infrastructure, and yes, a staggering amount of cash. This round, the startup claims, brings it one step closer.

There is no shortage of TeamViewer alternatives. If you need a free option for personal use, Chrome Remote Desktop or HelpWire are solid choices. For those who prefer open-source and self-hostable solutions, RustDesk stands out as a feature-packed option with competitive pricing. However, the best overall alternative to TeamViewer is AnyDesk. It delivers everything you need, from cross-platform availability and fast performance to strong security.

Are you excited for the Switch 2 Direct event coming in two days? We'll finally get a peek into Nintendo's newest console, including what the company has planned for the future. However, despite it being so soon, we're still seeing a steady trickle of leaks coming through about the console. The latest one is a tad worrying; it appears that third-party developers are getting kits that don't support 4K outputs, and while it's a little worrying, it may not mean doom and gloom just yet.