MSI’s New B850MPOWER Board Packs Big Features Into MicroATX
MSI is launching a new MicroATX motherboard for AMD’s AM5 platform. The B850MPOWER focuses on memory overclocking and storage flexibility for smaller, powerful PCs.
Month: December 2025
Dell and Lenovo are hiking PC prices. Here’s what to know.
Dell has implemented a global price increase of 15-20% across its entire PC lineup, citing rising component and logistics costs. Lenovo is reportedly finalizing similar price adjustments to take effect in January 2025. This signals a major shift for the PC market after years of aggressive discounts.
Apple’s F1 deal is a massive win for fans, but a huge bet for Apple
Starting in 2026, Apple TV+ will be the exclusive U.S. home for Formula 1. The deal includes all race sessions, driver onboard cameras, and full access to F1.TV at no extra cost. It’s a major move to make Apple TV+ a must-have for sports fans.
NVIDIA’s CEO Says an AI Doomsday Is “Not Going to Happen”
In a recent interview, NVIDIA’s Jensen Huang called the idea of an AI doomsday “extremely unlikely.” He believes AI will soon generate most of the world’s knowledge, accelerating the path to AGI.
Microsoft’s Latest Windows 11 Update Is Causing Headaches
Microsoft’s optional KB5070311 update for Windows 11 is causing more problems than it solves. Users are reporting a broken dark mode in File Explorer and an invisible password icon for Windows Hello. The update, released December 1, 2025, is also failing to install for some.
Linux 6.19 Lays the Foundation for Encrypted PCIe Links
The upcoming Linux 6.19 kernel is introducing core infrastructure for PCIe link encryption and device authentication, spearheaded by AMD’s SEV-TIO. This work, coordinated through a Trusted Execution Environment, aims to protect PCIe traffic and block interposer attacks. It’s a key building block for
Microsoft quietly drops a crucial recovery update for Windows 11
Microsoft has rolled out a new dynamic update focused on the Windows Recovery Environment. The update, KB5071844, is for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, as well as Windows Server 2025. It’s designed to be installed automatically to improve recovery processes.
Jamie Dimon Says Europe Has a “Real Problem” That Hurts America
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon delivered a stark warning about Europe’s economic and political challenges at a defense forum. He argued that a weak Europe is bad for America and outlined the bank’s massive $1.5 trillion initiative to bolster U.S. economic security.
Google’s Default Search Deals Get a One-Year Limit
A federal judge has expanded the remedies in the DOJ’s antitrust case against Google. The ruling imposes a one-year limit on the contracts that make Google the default search engine on devices like iPhones.
HP’s 5G Laptop Is Great, But Why Can’t You Have It?
HP’s new EliteBook 6 G1q laptop comes with an amazing feature: unlimited 5G service in the U.S. that automatically switches between carriers. The catch? It’s a business-only device, highlighting a frustrating gap in the consumer market.