Windows 11 is getting a built-in speed test
Power users reach for a connection test whenever their ping goes over 25 milliseconds. So it’s a good thing they won’t have to reach very far, at least if the latest feature of Windows 11…
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Detailed Apple C1 test results show carriers are the problem
At the end of February, Apple made a bit of history by releasing its first product to use its a cellular chip of its own design. The Apple C1 is a 5G-capable modem that lacks…
Windows Recall still screenshots sensitive data at times, test shows
When Microsoft introduced Recall for Windows 11, data privacy and protection experts were horrified. Why? Because Recall continuously takes screenshots of your screen and saves them on your computer, even if those screenshots contain sensitive…
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Agent casually clicks through “I am not a robot” verification test
The CAPTCHA arms race While the agent didn’t face an actual CAPTCHA puzzle with images in this case, successfully passing Cloudflare’s behavioral screening that determines whether to present such challenges demonstrates sophisticated browser automation. To…
Watch: We test AMD’s RX 9070 GRE versus 9070, RTX 5070, and others
If you’re reading this anywhere outside of China, you probably haven’t seen the Radeon RX 9070 GRE. Because like previous GRE cards (“Golden Rabbit Edition/Great Radeon Edition” if you were wondering) it’s just for mainland…
How Microsoft’s Windows 95 test nearly crashed an entire software store
The switch from Windows 3.x to Windows 95 was a big step for Microsoft and their software developers. Accordingly, Microsoft tested the compatibility of as many programs as possible when making the transition. Former Windows…
How to use PC sandbox apps to test dubious files safely
Every file and every program leaves traces in your system: It accesses other files, uses Windows resources, makes entries in the registry, and possibly installs additional software. In the best-case scenario, you will only clutter…
Test: Huawei Freeclip – open-ear headphones adorn the ear
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Good grip Automatic right-left detection Good sound Cons Fit and sound depend on the ear cups Our Verdict The Freeclip is an exciting alternative to open-ear headphones with a…
Test: Creative Aurvana Ace Mimi – headphones with good sound (but many weaknesses)
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Good sound Smart personalized sound feature Comfortable fit Cons Mediocre noise cancellation Poor touch controls Limited and feature-poor app Our Verdict Creative Aurvana Ace Mimi is stylish, sounds great,…
Mac Speed Test: Test your Mac’s performance with these benchmark tools
Is your Mac’s performance not as good as it once was? Wondering if there might be a problem with your software or if one of the components has failed? Or perhaps it’s your web connection…