Latest articles by Richard Devine
Google has a new official app for Windows 11, emulates Apple's Spotlight
News The new, official Google app for Windows is here, or rather, it's being tested through the company's Search Labs. It's an interesting idea, and an alternative to Microsoft's own PowerToys Run.
You should turn off camera shake in Gears of War: Reloaded
Gaming The camera movement on Gears of War: Reloaded was really not agreeable with me, and I thought all was lost. Until I found a setting to fix it in a place I wasn't even looking for it.
Google's datacenter plans show the impact of AI on the environment
AI Plans for an upcoming Google datacenter in the UK show a bleak look at the impact AI is having on the environment, with the same CO2 emissions as hundreds of flights to Europe every day.
Trump’s UK state visit to feature AI leaders from NVIDIA, OpenAI
AI As the UK readies for a second state visit from President Trump, Sam Altman and Jensen Huang of OpenAI and NVIDIA are also making the trip, with major AI projects on the agenda.
See how Oxford astronomers are using AI to spot supernovae in the sky
AI Oxford University astronomers have detailed an AI tool they've been using to help spot supernovae out in the depths of space and reduce the workload on humans by 85%.
British MPs accused of using ChatGPT to write their speeches
AI An investigation into speeches given in Parliament by British MPs, an alarming trend of AI-generated content, highlights a troubling idea.
Have an RTX 3080? These CPU upgrades are easy to recommend.
Desktop NVIDIA's RTX 3080 remains a relevant GPU for gaming in 2025, and you can make the most of it with the right CPU. Here are my favorites to help you get the perfect hardware combo.
Revolutionary SpikingBrain1.0 AI: 100x faster than ChatGPT?
AI SpikingBrain1.0 is a large language model built by Chinese scientists that doesn't rely on NVIDIA hardware and could change the space dramatically.
Try OpenAI's biggest open-source LLM for free with Duck.ai
AI You can use gpt-oss:120b without paying for rented cloud servers or having ridiculous GPU memory on tap thanks to DuckDuckGo.
Here are the best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing in 2025
PC Gaming The best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.
Plex confirms data breach — how to protect your info today
News Plex has confirmed a "security incident" involving some of its users account information, so here's what you need to do next.
The best racing wheels for PC and Xbox in 2025
Gaming I've tested more steering wheels with Xbox and PC compatibility than I can count, and I'm ranking the best of them all.
WINUX really does give a Windows 11 experience in a Linux distro
Linux WINUX is an interesting idea that should make switching from Windows 10 or 11 to Linux much less jarring by offering a very similar experience. And it does.
Forget Microsoft Word — here’s why I write in the terminal
Software For years, now, I've done virtually all of my written work inside the terminal. Here's why I simply can't let go of it.
Running Ollama on WSL vs. Windows: how does it compare?
AI On Windows 11, you can use Ollama either natively or through WSL, with the latter being potentially important for developers. The good news is, it works well.
A 90-minute podcast from nothing but text — Microsoft’s AI just changed the game
AI Microsoft’s latest AI project is a game-changer for creators
Steam is doing a better job at age verification for its users than Xbox
Gaming Valve's Steam store will be complying (naturally) with the new age verification requirements in the UK Online Safety Act and doing it in a very sensible, less controversial manner.
One of the most powerful mini PCs you've ever seen is a whopping $500 cheaper right now
Deals Mini PCs with an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU inside aren't very common right now, and generally really expensive. So how about a huge $500 discount on one?!
Xbox Game Pass — How to choose the right tier for you
XBOX Xbox and PC Game Pass has upended gaming within the Microsoft ecosystem, and here's everything you need to know about getting set up.
What you gain (and lose) with a mini PC like the A9 Max
Review The Geekom A9 Max mini PC is at the pricier end of the spectrum, but when it's an easy replacement for a desktop PC, even for gaming, it makes so much sense.
The best PCs for Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and more
PCs If you're a creator relying on Adobe's suite of products, there are a lot of awesome PCs from which you can choose. These are some of our favorites.
You don't need to spend a fortune on a GPU to run LLMs in Ollama
AI If you're looking at your PC and wondering what sort of GPU you might need to power local LLMs, the good news is it doesn't have to be as expensive as you think. Allow me to explain.
Why an older GPU might crush a newer one for AI
AI If you're running LLMs locally on your PC using Ollama there's one key hardware spec you need to take into consideration. If not, your performance will tank.
