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Don't trust AI to come up with a strong new password for you — LLMs are pretty poor at creating new logins, experts warn

AI-generated passwords appear complex yet follow predictable statistical patterns, significantly reducing entropy and increasing brute force vulnerability risks. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/a4cqVh2

OpenAI's first ChatGPT gadget could turn out to be a smart speaker with a camera attached

We have a few more leaked details on the ChatGPT gadget that is apparently in the OpenAI pipeline. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/BmL9fAZ

OpenAI celebrates 10 years of existence — but how has it lived up to its promise of AGI which 'benefits all of humanity'?

OpenAI officially launched as a non-profit 10 years ago, and it's come a long way from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/INOenmp

A new era for storage? Researchers crack world record for smallest QR code, which could be “indefinitely” durable and require no energy or cooling

There's a new Guinness World Record for the smallest nanoscale QR codes, promising durable, energy-free storage at massive densities. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/Bv7Q5fM

'No one deploys AI at Meta’s scale': Meta signs up Nvidia to power its next big AI projects — so what exactly do Mark Zuckerberg and Jensen Huang have planned?

Meta partners with Nvidia to deploy millions of GPUs and CPUs, building scalable, privacy-focused AI infrastructure for global applications. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/0BaT9CA

'What we really wanted was Mike': How Mike Markkula was Apple's first true master marketer before Steve Jobs and wrote the business plan that made Apple a Fortune 500 company

How Mike Markkula transformed Apple from garage experiment into the business that reshaped personal computing. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/aGe67LJ

The Pentagon wants swarms of voice-controlled AI drones, and is offering a $100 million prize as a reward — and Elon Musk's SpaceX is taking pole position

The Pentagon has launched a $100 million contest to develop voice-controlled autonomous drone swarms amid unresolved technical challenges. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/4B7Hhuo

Despite being designed to 'connect and just work', it turns out IKEA's new smart home sensors actually have some specific, confusing hub requirements

Those temptingly cheap sensors aren't quite such a bargain if you have to buy IKEA's own $109 / £60 hub to make them work. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/4RnzKIG

This budget laptop deal is absurd: You're basically buying Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office for $279, and getting a 32GB RAM 15.6-inch machine for free

Better-than-half-price 15.6-inch Bitecool laptop comes with 32GB of RAM, Windows 11 Pro, and Microsoft Office for just $279. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/QGmXD94

Don't want to pay a premium for the Galaxy S26? I'd consider this discounted Samsung Galaxy S25 FE instead

The Galaxy S25 FE is cut by $200 at Amazon ahead of Samsung Galaxy S26 launch from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/OTCU1wE

Massive global data breach sees over a billion records exposed - here's what we know so far

IDMerit database exposed one billion personal records across 26 countries. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/3O9ktyb

This powerful and lightweight Dyson vacuum is now a massive $300 off at Walmart

The Dyson V9 is an ideal entry to the Dyson vacuum world, especially now it's on sale at 50% off at Walmart — here's why I think it's a good purchase. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/b1x8On7

'It’s not too far-fetched to believe that companies like Discord could share this data with state or federal agencies - in the US or elsewhere - for their benefit' — users overload yet another Discord alternative's servers as they flee ID checks

Discord’s age verification backlash continues as fleeing users overload the servers of yet another platform. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/QmKHiWn

Some top password managers can be hacked and hijacked to change your passwords - here's what we know

Researchers uncovered vulnerabilities in cloud-based password managers spanning recovery, encryption, sharing, and backwards compatibility. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/IiakQus

If you're an engineering student, this laptop deal is the best around - my favorite mobile workstation gets a $1600 price-cut in Lenovo Presidents' Day sales

This fully loaded mobile workstation gets a major price-cut for Lenovo Presidents' Day sales. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/LdhUFqZ

Is Apple Intelligence already dead? A massive 96% of you say don’t use it, and Tim Cook should be worried

I was actually shocked at the percentage of TechRadar readers who aren't suing Apple Intelligence. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/F9qbJZj

Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake’s directors say the game’s take on Japanese horror is ‘both beautiful and terrifying’

‘By minimizing jump scares and graphic depictions,’ Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake’s directors emphasize the game’s unique ‘expression of Japanese horror’. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/zWQS6PJ

The death of ‘perfect’ photos? Why 2026’s major new cameras are wildly retro

There have been three major camera launches in 2026 so far; two pricey black-and-white-only compact cameras and a Super 8-style Instax…that also shoots video. Niche is an understatement. Is this a sign of things to come? from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/OQqaLNf

Who remembers IRC? Clearly some hackers, as a new Linux botnet uses some incredibly old-school methods to cut costs

SSHStalker botnet uses old IRC communication, automated SSH brute-forcing, cron persistence, and cryptomining to efficiently exploit Linux servers. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/IboVPUs

Holographic tape inches closer to mass market ahead of silica, ceramic media - 200TB WORM tech set to debut in 2027 after successful dry run in an LTO tape library

A live LTO library trial showed holographic tape can integrate into existing infrastructure, shifting credibility from theory toward deployable archival storage. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/IUBz7ao

Amazon's best Presidents' Day deals under $50 that are actually worth buying — Apple, Lego, Blink, and more from $9.99

Amazon's Presidents' Day sale is live, and I've rounded up the 18 best deals under $50 that you'd actually use, including earbuds, kitchen appliances, smart home gadgets, and more. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/71082UA

This new 'relentless' Netflix horror series is set to bring my worst nightmare to life — its first unhinged trailer already has me spiralling

We've not had a horror series on Netflix for a good while, but the streamer is about to change that with the terrifying Something Very Bad is Going to Happen. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/ndIVxWS

I can’t get enough of Spotify’s new About the Song feature — I’m learning things about my favorite albums that I never knew before

Since Spotify launched its About the Song tool, I haven't stopped reading every piece of background information on my favorite albums. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/bOFByXT

'A resounding home run' - the Nothing Ear (a) earbuds are some of the best we've tested and they even converted me from being an in-ear headphones skeptic

The Nothing Ear (a) are the earbuds that brought me back to the world of in-ear headphones - and they're not even pricey. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/8OLinVv

30 sophisticated silver home office upgrades to elevate your workspace

For a polished modern desk set-up. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/t3ckhUP

Here are 15 last-minute tech gadgets from Amazon that I'd actually want to receive for Valentine's Day

Forget flowers and chocolates - I'm rounding up 15 last-minute tech gadget gifts for Valentine's Day that I'd actually want to receive this year. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/iEGznla

I've found the perfect new ergonomic chair for your office: SIHOO Doro C300 provides all-day comfort and it’s $300 right now

SIHOO’s Doro C300 has the key features I look for in an ergonomic chair, including a self-adaptive lumbar system. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/asRYhQm

I watched the Super Bowl on LG's award-winning C5 OLED TV — and now I know why it's our best-rated display

One of the best OLED TVs of 2025 is on sale at Best Buy. I already own one and can recommend you jump on this one fast and save even more money than I did. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/5kObZXq

I tested the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1 - a fresh spin on my favorite portable business laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1 brings convertibility to the T-Series ThinkPad family, adding yet another feature to a long-standing lineup. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/6y9WhUJ

Move Over, BigOven: MealBoard is my new kitchen essential

Homescreen Heroes: MealBoard has taken all the stress out of meal planning and grocery shopping from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/ct5eHaA

Need a last-minute Super Bowl VPN? Proton VPN is at one of its lowest prices ever

With the Super Bowl only a matter of days away, we've found the VPN you need to get the best experience possible. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/JI8PrEK

What if we treated the Nvidia GB10 as an employee: AI could remove reporting roles entirely from businesses with thousands of job losses, here's how this reviewer did it

A review replaced manual reporting with Nvidia GB10 AI systems, reducing staff needs while maintaining data accuracy and operational efficiency. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/Ib8AlDa

I’m addicted to Nintendo Switch Online, but I wish I’d known about these hidden gems sooner

If you’ve got a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, these classic games are absolute must-play – but you may not be all too familiar with them. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/KRukCwY

I tested 3 affordable OLED TVs from LG, Samsung and Philips side-by-side — here’s which one I’d buy

Affordable but excellent OLED doesn't have to be a rarity, so I tested three top models to see which was worth the investment. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/lsVJ1hk

From MagSafe to a Dynamic Island and beyond, how likely are these iPhone 17e rumors?

The iPhone 17e now has a rumored release date, and many possible specs have also leaked, but how likely are these claims? from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/UCwaPGf

The Nintendo Switch 2 proved me wrong in several ways, and it's why I'd suggest buying it now before price hikes

I've been surprised by the Nintendo Switch 2 after trying it, and since it could see a price hike soon, now's the best time to make a move for it. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/ie8BIkV

I tested the Notta Memo and ditched handwritten notes for searchable AI transcripts

The Notta Memo is a compact AI voice recorder that attaches to the back of your mobile phone, recording audio and using AI to transcribe, summarise, and translate with the aid of the companion app, making it a far superior option than a notepad for meetings, lectures, and everyday note-taking. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/c3XdnY0

7 privacy tips for your Android device to avoid prying eyes online and in person

There are all sorts of tools available on Android to help protect your privacy, from VPNs to secure folders and beyond. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/DXgB8vS

Road markers are a new target for hackers - experts find self-driving cars and autonomous drones can be misled by malicious instructions written on road signs

Manipulated text in physical spaces can hijack autonomous systems, while existing cybersecurity tools offer no protection against this risk. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/MYeUndg

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2’s official trailer reveals more of Titan X, and it looks a lot like Kong’s last rival in Netflix’s Monsterverse TV series

Apple TV has unveiled the official trailer for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2, and it’s a rip-roaring preview that threatens to tear your screen in two. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/bn7w0AL

This super-fast Wi-Fi 6 router is over half price right now — TP-Link Archer AX11000 is just $170, but you'll need to be quick

The TP-Link Archer AX11000 router drops to just $169.99 and delivers tri-band Wi-Fi 6 speeds over 10Gbps, a 2.5Gbps WAN port, and plenty of wired connectivity. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/OTdwS3m

'The prize is enormous. The dynamics are shifting.': OpenAI models are the top favorites for enterprise users right now - but Anthropic isn't far behind

OpenAI is perpetually popular, but Anthropic's latest models look to be impressing Global 2000 companies. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/0wrGHIq

SpaceX has applied to launch another million satellites into orbit – all to power AI

SpaceX wants to use a satellite network to ease the pressure on current data centers placed on terra firma. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/RKzu9Jw

ChatGPT or Super Bowl? OpenAI premium ads could cost as much as a prime NFL TV slot - but which is better value?

OpenAI is launching ChatGPT ads with NFL-level pricing, offering impression data only, raising questions about engagement and advertising value. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/8IjSbLO

Microsoft has finally fixed a bizarre issue that saw it reroute traffic to an obscure Japanese company - so what exactly went wrong?

Microsoft’s email autoconfiguration routed example.com traffic to Japanese servers, exposing long-standing gaps in oversight and configuration control. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/EfWwq2r

Give your kitchen a spring glow-up with these butter yellow accessories from IKEA – all under $20

This collection of sunny tableware and lighting accessories will chase away the winter blues, with prices starting from just $1.99. from Latest from TechRadar https://ift.tt/rtkIBo0