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OpenDrive review: Online sync and backup with plans for any budget

There are a lot of online backup and storage services out there, some with more features. But OpenDrive won itself an Editors’ Choice with its straightforward interface, smooth reliable operation, and most especially — versatile and affordable pricing. OpenDrive offers both direct sync and backup, as well as web portal access and a virtual local drive for easy browsing and/or adding files. The…
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Report: Nvidia cancels GPU MSRP program

Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: PCWorld reports that Nvidia may cancel its MSRP program that incentivized partners to sell GPUs at recommended prices, potentially leading to higher graphics card costs. Rising memory prices and AI data center demand are…
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I hate PC monitor names so, so much

“The MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 shouldn’t be confused with the MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50, though the two are similar.” I almost spit my morning Diet Pepsi across my keyboard when I read that in a (frankly great) PCWorld review. Of course people will confuse those…
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A Lenovo update hints at Nvidia Arm CPUs coming soon

The transition from x86/x64 architecture (the stuff that’s been powering desktops and laptops for decades) to Arm architecture (the stuff more usually found inside smartphones) was supposed to be a massive change for Windows. It certainly hasn’t been that, at least not with the first couple of generations of Qualcomm chips. But Nvidia has been waiting in the wings—and it looks like…
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Your monitor tech is ancient. Get an OLED now!

Guys, I’ve done it. I’ve drunk the kool aid and joined the pantheon of super gamers that will tell you without doubt, that if you aren’t gaming on an OLED monitor, you’re missing out. That’s what I wish I’d been able to tell myself earlier, at least. This upgrade…
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Streaming prices are absurd. This app could be the answer

If you want to avoid cable-like prices for streaming TV, the best way is to aggressively cycle through different subscriptions. A new app called StreamWolf makes that process simpler. StreamWolf provides an overview of all your streaming subscriptions, shows you the total…
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CyberGhost VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with a massive server network

Based in Romania, CyberGhost is owned by its parent company, UK-based security firm Kape Technologies. The service itself has seen enormous growth in recent years and is now firmly entrenched as one of the leading VPN providers. It offers solid VPN features including seven simultaneous device connections, secure protocol options, and a great server spread. In fact, boasting an absolutely colossal…
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RTX 5090 cards sell out while scalpers make bank

Remember during the pandemic and the crypto boom, when it was impossible to find a graphics card at retail price? Remember the launch of the RTX 50 series last year when that happened again? Yeah, it seems like the RAM crunch has us reliving painful memories. After…
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This fake ad blocker malware impersonated uBlock Origin’s developer

I block ads (despite the hypocrisy) and you probably do too if you’re tech-literate enough to read PCWorld on the regular. So maybe you’re familiar with the minor drama between Google Chrome and the incredibly popular uBlock Origin, which is also a solo developer’s passion project. That notoriety has led to a small irony: a scammer impersonating said developer with a fake ad blocker. The…
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