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Epic combo deal packs AMD Ryzen 9850X3D, Nvidia RTX 5070, and 850W PSU for under $950

Sayan Sen — Thu, 07 May 2026 08:22:01 +0000

This impressive combo deal includes AMD Ryzen 9850X3D, Nvidia RTX 5070, and an 850W Gold PSU, all for under $1000 total. Read more...

Frustrated users say Google Pixel's latest update does not fix battery drain issue

Sayan Sen — Thu, 07 May 2026 07:32:01 +0000

Frustrated users report Google's latest software update still fails to resolve the widespread idle battery drain problem that's affecting Pixel phones. Read more...

PCIe 8.0 launching in 2028 with a new connector, 8 times faster NVMe SSDs and GPUs

Sayan Sen — Thu, 07 May 2026 05:00:03 +0000

PCI-SIG has confirmed PCIe 8.0 is expected in 2028 with immensely higher bandwidth for next-gen NVMe SSDs and GPUs. Interestingly, a new connector is coming. Read more...

Civilization VII's most‑requested feature arrives May 19

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 06 May 2026 22:48:01 +0000

Firaxis Games is delivering the most requested change for its most recent Civilization entry, finally transforming the faction-swapping feature. Read more...

Microsoft is bringing a much-needed feature to Outlook

Usama Jawad — Wed, 06 May 2026 21:32:01 +0000

Microsoft is preparing a helpful Outlook improvement that could make everyday email mistakes much easier to fix across more scenarios. Read more...

You can now mod your Steam Controller through Valve's CAD files

Usama Jawad — Wed, 06 May 2026 21:16:01 +0000

Valve shares Steam Controller CAD designs for modding enthusiasts but warns of risks, warranty considerations, and non-commercial limits. Read more...

This unique wooden Bluetooth speaker is now 35% off on Amazon

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 06 May 2026 20:44:01 +0000

If you're looking for a Bluetooth speaker that can pose as a legit piece of furniture, this Klipsch wooden speaker is currently on discount on Amazon, along with lots of other items. Read more...

Xbox startup sequence is changing next week, catch the new green look here

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:46:01 +0000

The Xbox Series X|S startup sequence is going through its own refresh under the new CEO, regaining some of the brand's original green look. Read more...

Anthropic taps SpaceX's Colossus Supercomputer to solve Claude compute crunch

Pradeep Viswanathan — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:06:01 +0000

To alleviate the severe compute constraints caused by the rapid adoption of Claude Code, Anthropic has entered into a strategic agreement with SpaceX. Read more...

AMD 26.5.1 driver lands with Pragmata support and Resident Evil Requiem stutter fixes

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 06 May 2026 18:50:01 +0000

AMD graphics users now have a new driver update they can upgrade to, with Adrenalin Edition 26.5.1 bringing support for five new games and bug fixes. Read more...

One of the most used Windows buttons today has a hilarious origin story involving Microsoft

Sayan Sen — Wed, 06 May 2026 18:18:01 +0000

One of the most widely used Windows buttons today has a surprisingly humorous origin story rooted in early Microsoft development decisions. Read more...

AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is now available for $40 less

Taras Buria — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:18:01 +0000

Earlier this year, AMD introduced the Ryzen 7 9850X3D processor, and right now, you can get it for $40 less than the original price. Read more...

Google is trying to get young artists to use more AI in their music

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:16:01 +0000

Google partners with talent scouting company Believe to make it easier for the company's artists to use AI in their music. Read more...

Save 91% on 2-Years of Surfshark One+ that includes VPN, Antivirus & Personal Data Removal

Neowin Deals — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000

2 Years of Complete Protection! VPN, Antivirus, Breach Alerts & Data Broker Removal in One Plan Read more...

This MSI 32 inch 4K 240Hz QD-OLED monitor is a great deal again after nearly six months

Sayan Sen — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:58:01 +0000

After nearly six months, the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED 32-inch 4K 240Hz monitor is once again available at a compelling price point with this coupon deal. Read more...

AMD expects gaming revenue to drop over 20% in second half of 2026

Ivan Jenic — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:42:01 +0000

AMD's Q1 2026 earnings call brought a warning for the gaming segment, as the company expects less revenue in this department in second half of the year. Read more...

We are playing Forza Horizon 6, ask us anything

Taras Buria — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:38:01 +0000

Neowin's review of Forza Horizon 6 is coming on May 14. If you have questions about the game ahead of its launch, drop them, and we will answer. Read more...

This Nvidia 5060 Ti is a great deal even though it has 8GB VRAM, here's why

Sayan Sen — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:24:01 +0000

Despite its 8GB VRAM limitation, the Nvidia 5060 Ti still offers strong performance, efficiency, and overall value for its price segment. Read more...

DAEMON TOOLS supply chain attack ongoing since April, thousands affected

Fiza Ali — Wed, 06 May 2026 09:52:02 +0000

A trusted software update delivered through official channels has raised serious security concerns. Investigations reveal an unexpected compromise affecting widely used installation packages. Read more...

Halo Infinite surprise update adds a roguelike-inspired co-op mode

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 06 May 2026 09:28:01 +0000

Halo Studios ended support for Halo Infinite last year, but a new update has appeared with fresh content aimed at co-op play. Read more...

Microsoft Teams is adding new safeguards to block brand impersonation calls

Paul Hill — Wed, 06 May 2026 08:02:01 +0000

Microsoft is bolstering Teams security with new AI-driven alerts that flag suspicious brand impersonators. Find out how these real-time warnings will help protect your organization. Read more...

Linux exposes important AMD Ryzen performance feature that's also heading to Windows 11

Sayan Sen — Wed, 06 May 2026 07:44:02 +0000

Linux has revealed a key AMD Ryzen performance feature that is being worked on. This enhancement is also expected to arrive in Windows 11 too. Read more...

Google Chrome is reportedly auto-installing a massive 4GB AI model without your consent

Paul Hill — Wed, 06 May 2026 05:42:01 +0000

Is your storage mysteriously vanishing? Chrome is forcing a massive AI model onto devices without notice. Discover the "dark patterns" behind the download. Read more...

Recently launched Apple Airpods Max 2 drops in price once again

Fiza Ali — Wed, 06 May 2026 03:32:01 +0000

Apple's newest headphones arrive with advanced features and are already appearing in early deals, making them an appealing option for those considering an upgrade. Read more...

Microsoft's Gaming Copilot AI is being retired on Xbox

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 05 May 2026 23:20:01 +0000

At a time where AI is being inserted into everything, Microsoft Gaming's new CEO has announced that Gaming Copilot is going away on Xbox. Read more...

Get this fast 2TB WD_Black SSD for 35% off on Amazon (plus more deals)

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 05 May 2026 21:56:02 +0000

If you're in the market for a new SSD, the fast, reliable, 2TB WD_Black SN8100 drive is now on sale on Amazon. Read more...

Samsung takes 23% off the new Galaxy S26 Ultra

Taras Buria — Tue, 05 May 2026 21:40:01 +0000

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, with its privacy-protective display, is now available at a big 23% discount. Read more...

Edge may reportedly leak all your passwords easily and Microsoft says it's "by design"

Sayan Sen — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:04:01 +0000

Edge may expose stored passwords more easily, with Microsoft reportedly stating that this behavior is intentional and "by design." Read more...

Google Home Spring 2026 Update brings new automation starters, camera features, and more

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 05 May 2026 19:34:01 +0000

Google announced a big spring update for Google Home users, with upgrades to camera, automation, and app performance. Read more...

iPhone 18 is the same iPhone 18e with a slight upgrade, leaker suggests

Hamid Ganji — Tue, 05 May 2026 19:18:02 +0000

A Chinese leaker has suggested that Apple may narrow the hardware gap between the base iPhone 18 and the more affordable iPhone 18e as much as possible. Read more...

Microsoft brings Copilot Cowork to iOS and Android, adds Skills and plugins

Pradeep Viswanathan — Tue, 05 May 2026 18:46:01 +0000

The new Copilot Cowork updates aim to provide enterprises with a more flexible and cross-platform agentic AI experience that operates independently in the cloud. Read more...

Save 75% on an VideoProc Converter AI: Lifetime Family License

Steven Parker — Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:01 +0000

The #1 Fast Video Processing Software on Mac or Windows. Edit, Convert, Adjust 4K Videos at Fully Accelerated Speeds. Read more...

More executives from Microsoft's CoreAI group joins Xbox leadership roles under new CEO

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 05 May 2026 18:14:01 +0000

The internal shifts happening in the gaming division of Microsoft are not showing signs of stopping as leadership shakeups continue. Read more...

OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT's default Instant model with better accuracy and personalization

Pradeep Viswanathan — Tue, 05 May 2026 17:46:01 +0000

OpenAI's GPT-5.5 Instant model focuses heavily on factual accuracy, claiming a 52.5% reduction in hallucinations within specialized fields like law, medicine, and finance. Read more...

Microsoft Flight Simulator's new Australia update touts a "new standard in realism"

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:54:01 +0000

Microsoft Flight Simulator World Update 21 is promising a "new standard in realism for pilots" when they explore the newly upgraded regions in Australia. Read more...

Apple reportedly seeks partnership with Intel and Samsung to build chips in the US

Hamid Ganji — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:16:01 +0000

Bloomberg reports that Apple has held early discussions with Intel and Samsung about using their chip manufacturing facilities in the United States. Read more...

Meta is using AI to detect underage users on Facebook and Instagram

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 05 May 2026 15:56:01 +0000

Meta wants to use AI-powered age verification to solve the problem of children under 13 creating accounts. Read more...

Dead as Disco Early Access review: Brawl to the beat inside incredible music videos

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000

Action rhythm game Dead as Disco lands with a killer soundtrack to match its high-energy gameplay. Here's our full review of the early access launch. Read more...

Tech giants and civil rights groups warn UK's age-verification plan threatens the open web

Paul Hill — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:32:02 +0000

A massive expansion of online ID systems is looming in the UK. Discover why experts say these new laws could entrench Big Tech and forever change how you access the global internet. Read more...

Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, Mixtape and more hit Xbox Game Pass in May

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:16:01 +0000

Microsoft has more than a few major releases ready for Xbox Game Pass subscribers in May, including Playground Games' upcoming Japan-set racer Forza Horizon 6. Read more...