Going into 2024, I felt excited. With all the different releases slated for the second half of the year, it looked like 2024 would be a fantastic time for PC hardware. After all, AMD, Nvidia, and Intel were all rumored to launch new products, and you know what that means: lots of competition for who gets to rule the rankings of the best graphics cards and processors.

I’ve lost all hope in PC hardware this year

Dell's Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 is available now, and its price varies significantly depending on the configuration. The Intel Core Ultra 7, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB, 1TB configuration is $1,399. It's an incredibly well-rounded laptop that can swap between tasks with ease, and comes with a handful of different...

This Dell Inspiron is one of the most versatile, well-rounded laptops I've tested

AMD Zen 4 Ryzen (Zen) AMD Strix Point processors are now official, but it seems that AMD isn't done with the Hawk Point lineup. A few days back, a reputable Weibo tipster, Golden Pig Upgrade, reported that the company would be launching a new Ryzen 8040 series APU, the Ryzen 7 8745H.

New AMD Hawk Point APU makes official debut in Lenovo Xiaoxin laptops

Earlier this month, AMD pushed back Strix Point's launch date from mid-July to July 28 before stealthily unveiling a third high-end model (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375). Its Zen 5-based desktop counterparts (Ryzen 9000 Granite Ridge) have now received similar treatment. Two SKUs have been pushed back by a week and the remaining by two weeks.

AMD Ryzen 9000 series launch date postponed by two weeks for top-spec models

AMD has confirmed you won't be able to buy the Ryzen 5 9600X on its initial July 31 and wait until August 8. Its supposed $229 asking price will be well worth it, as it offers a commendable performance uplift over the Ryzen 5 7600X. The Zen 5 Granite Ridge CPU has now been put through Cinebench R23 (H/T HXL on X).

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X offers 14% performance uplift over Ryzen 5 7600X in leaked benchmark

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North Carolina’s beloved Biscuitville has once again been recognized as one of the best regional fast food chains in the United States. In USA Today's annual 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Biscuitville ranked second overall and was also named the No. 1 best fast food breakfast spot in the country.

North Carolina is home to one of the best regional fast food chains in America

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Midrange phones are more competitive than ever, and their performance and battery life make us wonder why we spend $1,000+ on flagship devices. Phones under $500 used to include drab displays, awful build quality, and hardly any software support. But recently, even budget devices have featured OLED displays and years of software support. With so many high-quality options close in price, even a small discount can make a big difference.

Samsung drops one of its latest phones to just $300 for Prime Day

Even with the discounts from MacBook deals, Apple’s laptops are expensive. However, if you’re just after their timeless designs and you don’t mind going for older models that aren’t brand new, you can get one for less than $150! Here are a couple of refurbished MacBook deals from Walmart that you should check out if you’re interested: the Apple MacBook Air 2015 for only $135, down $20 from its usual price of $155, and the Apple MacBook Pro 2012 for just $140, for $35 in savings on its regular price of $175. You’re going to have to manage your expectations considering the low prices of these MacBooks though — there may be some signs of wear and tear, which shouldn’t be a surprise considering their age, but at the very least, these devices are tested for a guarantee that you’ll receive them in working condition.

Walmart is selling refurbished MacBooks for under $150

For a long time now, manufacturers looking for the most powerful chip that they can get turn to Qualcomm's Snapdragon lineup. Last year, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was pretty much the king if you were looking for a chip that maxed out the performance stats overall. These days, the...

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Is Coming Out On October 21st

Fitbit wearers can look forward to some new features as well as enhanced performance, thanks to a new OTA firmware update that targets several models. The ability to control YouTube Music, which was first introduced with the Charge 6 fitness tracker (read our review here), is now available on the Versa 4 and Sense 2 smartwatches. This allows one to browse, play/pause and skip tracks (playing on a smartphone that’s within Bluetooth range) from one’s wrist, rather than having to pull out the phone.

Fitbit's latest update brings YouTube Music control, improved heart-rate tracking to multiple models

The Samsung S90D is known for its vibrant colors and high peak HDR brightness as the 144Hz QD-OLED panel offers some distinct advantages over regular OLED TVs such as the competing LG C4. Amazon's OLED TV deals during last week's Prime Day shopping event were more or less underwhelming, and...

Deal | Samsung S90D 65-inch OLED TV gets biggest price cut yet as Amazon grants huge 33% discount

Missed out on Prime Day? Don't worry, you can still take advantage of these great last-minute laptop deals.

Best Prime Day Laptop Deals Still Available: Shop Big Discounts on MacBooks, Samsung, HP, Acer and More

Anker has launched the MagGo Magnetic Case with Stand (2-in-1, 360° Silicone Ring) in various markets worldwide. The model is designed for iPhone, with versions to suit the following: iPhone 13/14, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro. The MagGo case...

Anker launches new MagGo iPhone Case with stand and 360° ring

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Redbox, the iconic movie rental company with over 34,000 locations nationwide, has announced the closure of its operations following its parent company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This decision has left many of its loyal users saddened, marking the end of an era for physical media enthusiasts.

A rental company with 34,000 locations has closed its doors

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The Motorola Razr 50 Ultra is a charming flip phone with a powerful cover screen, but do its camera compromises hold it back?

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra review: a flip in the right direction

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Conn’s Inc., a prominent home improvement retailer based in Texas, is grappling with the possibility of filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as it contends with dwindling sales amidst rising inflation, according to reports.

Massive home improvement retailer on brink of bankruptcy

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

If you're in the market for a TV with the best possible picture for watching movies and playing video games, then you'll have a difficult time finding many TVs better than Samsung's S90C OLED TV from 2023, especially for the price. The 65-inch version usually retails for $2,599, Amazon usually...

One of Samsung's best TVs of all time is still available at a great price after Prime Day

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Intel Core i9 CPUs face 50% failure rate in VFX studios; AMD Ryzen 9 9950X gains ground

Visual effects studios are reporting widespread instability issues with Intel's latest Core i9 processors, leading some to switch to AMD. Dylan Browne, an Unreal Engine supervisor...

Intel Core i9 CPUs face 50% failure rate in VFX studios; AMD Ryzen 9 9950X gains ground

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