Technology & Software
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Linux
Discover more about Linux with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Sony just backtracked on its Android update commitment to the Xperia 10 VI — and it’s possible that other brands could do the same
Technical limitations have caused Sony to backtrack on an update promise, and it's possible other phones could one day face the same issue.
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Jailbroken PS5s can now run local AI models at over 100+ tokens per second — fork of PS5LM goes native, hijacks the CPU, and accesses the GPU and more RAM
You can even chat with the LLM remotely from other devices.
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Gartner: The quantum threat is already behind schedule
Why post-quantum cryptography requires action now
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The way we keep time with the sun will be changing forever next year
Since 1972, leap seconds have been added to clock time whenever our slightly wobbly Earth falls out of sync with atomic clocks
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Egypt’s Climate-Resilient ‘Super Corals’ Are Starting to Feel the Heat
Scientists can’t agree why reefs in the Red Sea have long been immune to bleaching. The answer could be the key to saving these tough corals as climate change begins taking its toll.
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After AI maths backlash, OpenAI pledges $5m to math foundation
“Mathematicians did not ask for this work to be done,” said the Association for Human Mathematics.
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Pornography with strangulation and incest to be banned in England and Wales next month
Campaigners welcome legislation which follows recommendations by 2025 review into pornography regulation
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Video. Ukraine unveils flying ambulance drone that could save lives in minutes
Video. A Ukrainian company has demonstrated an unusual new battlefield rescue system: a drone capable of carrying a wounded soldier inside an enclosed cabin. Developed by SkyFall, the aircraft, named StarGate, was filmed taking off, flying and landing with a person on board.
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Linus Torvalds posts his first AI-assisted patch to the Linux kernel, synthetic test clocks 23x performance leap — the bossman makes use of AI tooling himself after issuing clear pro-AI directives
That seemingly didn't stop the pro- and against-AI camps in the kernel from continuing to bicker, though.
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SSDs
SSD reviews, news, and features, created for the hardcore PC enthusiast by the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Wyze BodyScan review: This cheap smart scale operates like it’s twice the price
The Wyze BodyScan offers an impressive set of features for the price. Unfortunately, it’s let down by the build quality.
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Rethinking identity architecture to close the help desk security gap
Modernizing identity architecture to secure help desk workflows
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Contactless payments: BVG plans to introduce new ticket machines
From 2029, passengers on the Berlin Transport Authority (BVG) will be able to buy contactless, cashless tickets on buses, trams and at underground stations.
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Revealed: VW, Ford and Tesla batteries linked to destructive deforestation of indigenous lands
Mines in supply chains of western carmakers linked to widespread deforestation of primary rainforest in nickel-rich lands inhabited by Tolaki people in Indonesia
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How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 23 — stream online from anywhere in the world
A surge of mass casualties threatens to derail the opening of Grey Sloan's new VIP wing
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The Mova V70 Ultra Complete is one of the most expensive robot vacuums I've tested — and it proves you don't always get what you pay for
Plenty of excellent flagship features that don't come together as a complete package
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Bacon rolls by drone? The US golf start-up targeting Scotland's fairways
Ryan Donovan explains why Scotland is central to Swoop's plans, how clubs could generate more revenue, and whether drone deliveries really are the future
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Future of western security is at stake in Yemen civil war, says country’s former PM
Maeen Abdulmalik Saeed says Iran-backed militia’s use of drones represents ‘new era of radical terrorism’
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Stocks rebound after tech sell-off and Indonesia shares sink on market downgrade warning
Asian shares have mostly rebounded after Wall Street gains, a day after a tech sell-off dragged stocks lower
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Openreach self-install FTTP modem trial is reportedly going ahead — it could save you money on a fibre broadband upgrade, but there are dangers in this DIY route
This might just save you some cash in the future, if the setup isn't too much of a headache
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Number of cloned number plates on UK roads at record high, data shows
More than 11,400 drivers last year were fined for offences they did not recognise as RAC says system needs reform
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North East grandmother's bid for missing-person alert system inspired by grandson
The grandmother of a five-year-old autistic boy has launched a campaign for a specialist missing-person alert system across Cleveland, warning that every minute counts when a vulnerable child disappears.
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US lawmaker calls videogame purchases rentals disguised as sales: 'When you pay for a game, you should own it'
Representative Ritchie Torres will introduce a bill aimed at protecting videogame ownership, including for online games that are decommissioned.
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'Well, it worked': Elon Musk unveils new Tesla Roadster that can fly
Musk said the Roadster has "altitude control thrusters and main thrusters in the rear, so it can basically fly like a rocket."
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‘It’s about the underdog’: Ben Roberts-Smith launches brand to support family amid legal battle
Accused war criminal announces venture with video on Instagram of him walking along beach and working out
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Plans to add hydrogen and carbon capture to waste incinerator challenged
Concerns about a lack of public scrutiny have been raised over plans to add hydrogen production and carbon capture facilities to a major North Yorkshire waste incinerator without a new planning application being filed.
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All the new driving licence rules introduced in October
The changes come after the government announced in January that learner drivers in England and Wales could face a wait of six months between sitting their theory and practical tests
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims China will transfer a Starlink-alternative to Moscow that could allow Russia to 'dominate the skies over Ukraine'
Zelenskyy says China is handing Russia the tech for its own Starlink
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Terrifying safety loophole exposed after man is thrown to death from roller coaster
A man's death on a Six Flags roller coaster in Georgia has raised questions about ride safety and regulation
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How to watch Samoa vs France for FREE: Live streams for Rugby League World Cup 2026 game
The 2021 losing finalists should enjoy a comfortable start
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The new Lego 2026 Advent calendars are a festive delight, with everything from Spider-Man on skis, to Grogu in a Holiday sweater, or a traditional Santa's workshop scene
These buildable countdown calendars are packed with charming details
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Will physics be the next field to be turned upside down by AI?
AI has taken huge strides in computer programming and mathematics – physics could be next
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Top Skechers Coupon Codes: 20% Off
Learn how to find, compare, and apply the best Skechers online discounts to save on comfortable sneakers, athletic apparel, and accessories.
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Ukraine's $6,000 balloon-launched drone claims a 1,060km reach
Ukraine's drone developers are turning to aerostats — Mara strike aircraft, and other systems now use balloons for different military missions
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Rural areas being left behind by Andy Burnham's devolution agenda, MPs warn
The new report by an APPG and the CLA calls for a Rural Commissioner.
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UK small businesses are spending big on Anthropic — but OpenAI isn't far behind as expenditure on AI tools hits new high
Businesses are increasingly spending big on AI
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Can a European Security Council help the EU fight Russia’s hybrid war?
The EU wants a faster political response to sabotage, cyberattacks and drone incursions. Experts say the proposed Security Council could help, but only partly. #EuXl
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'People call them pervert glasses but they give me independence'
Concerns about the use of smart glasses are having an affect on visually-impaired users.
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Steam achievements are getting a huge overhaul, with separate sets for DLC and season passes, and an easy way to compare with friends
It's in beta now, but will likely release widely in about a month.
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The Tesla Roadster 2 Is Here—and It Flies
The automaker unveiled its next luxury sports car at an event in Texas. It has thrusters on it that can send it airborne.
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Minibus slams into Channel Tunnel shuttle train, injuring 19 and halting service
A minibus carrying truck drivers has crashed into a train in the Channel Tunnel between France and England, injuring 19 people
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The Kindle Paperwhite has got a new look for 2026 — here's everything that's changed, and whether it's still a smart buy
This 7-inch, black-and-white Kindle is a level up from the base model
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Microsoft boasts that Windows 11 is now 'up to 20% more responsive' — and that 8GB PCs are seeing 'an especially meaningful difference'
Microsoft appears to be taking considerable strides forward with Windows 11's performance.
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Quordle hints and answers for Friday, October 16 (game #1726)
My clues will help you solve Quordle today and keep that streak going
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We Got Hot and Heavy With Meta’s Muse—and Baffled by Apple’s HomeView
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we dive into an unexpected Muse feature, shadowy spending from the largest pro-AI super PAC, and men’s tendency to lie about how much they know about AI.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, October 16 (game #1223)
My clues will help you solve the NYT's Connections puzzle today and keep that streak going
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A Tesla Flying Car? I Don’t Know, Man
The Federal Aviation Administration will likely have thoughts about the Tesla Roadster 2’s ability to leave the ground.