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From dumbbells to gaming headsets, there are some great discounts you should take advantage of heading into the weekend. Many deals, including Best Buy’s Winter Sale will be wrapping up over the next few days, so be sure to take advantage of all the savings while you still can. Take a look at all the best deals for today below:TL;DR: Best Deals TodayAudible Premium Plus for $0.99/mo for First 3 MonthsNon-Current Subscribers Only3 Months of Audible Premium Plus for $0.99/mo0There are only a few days left to score an Audible Premium Plus subscription for only $0.99 per month for the…

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OpenAI plans to start testing ads inside ChatGPT in the coming weeks, marking a significant shift for one of the world’s most widely used AI products. The company announced Friday that initial ad tests will roll out in the United States before expanding globally.OpenAI says ads will not influence ChatGPT’s responses, and that all ads will appear in separate, clearly labeled boxes directly below the chatbot’s answer. For instance, if a user asks ChatGPT for help planning a trip to New York City, they will still get a standard answer from the chatbot, and then they also might see an…

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(Image credit: Future)Rumors Rated is where we assess the biggest, most interesting and sometimes bizarre rumors and claimed leaks around the upcoming tech and predicted products. We draw upon a wealth of technology experience to assess and rate which rumors and information tidbits are worth your time and attention and those that are a bit too far-fetched. If you have any tips or insider information, feel free to contact us.The iPhone 18 series probably won’t land until September – or possibly even later in the case of the base iPhone 18 model- but we’ve already heard lots about these phones,…

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The Trump administration signed a notable multi-billion-dollar trade deal with Taiwan that’s designed to help the United States boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing. Under the deal announced by the U.S. Department of Commerce on Thursday, Taiwanese semiconductor and tech companies have agreed to make direct investments of $250 billion into the U.S. semiconductor industry. These investments will span across semiconductors, energy and AI “production and innovation,” according to a press release. Taiwan currently produces more than half of the world’s semiconductors. Taiwan will also supply an additional $250 billion in credit guarantees for additional investments from these semiconductors and tech enterprises,…

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In 2024, Magic: The Gathering entered the wasteland of Fallout with four preconstructed Commander decks, which featured many key characters, locations, and events from the Fallout video games. Today, an update on Magic’s Secret Lair website points to a new collaboration with Bethesda’s post-apocalyptic universe, but this time focusing on Prime Video’s Fallout series, which will release for a limited time beginning January 26 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET.A new banner has appeared on the Secret Lair website, with three distinct images pointing toward the new Fallout drop. First is a picture of CX404, also known as…

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Sometimes you just don’t want the latest and greatest smartphone. Whether you’re on a budget, want certain niche features, or just prefer older designs, there are plenty of reasons to go vintage when it comes to picking up a new phone.However, buying an older phone isn’t without its challenges. For one thing, it can be hard to find the exact model you’re after, especially if you’re looking to buy a factory-new handset. Older iPhones – especially Pro and Pro Max models – can be very hard to come by even as soon as two years after launch.And secondly, there are…

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Two GOG execs were interviewed and asked about the backlash against Windows 11 and increased interest in LinuxThe owner said, “I’m really surprised at Windows. It’s such poor-quality software and product, and I’m so surprised that it’s [spent] so many years on the market. I can’t believe it!”And the managing director observed that Linux was “one of the things that we’ve put in our strategy for this year to look closer at”We’ve heard from a pair of the top execs behind GOG – a popular gaming platform focused on classic titles, hence the acronym ‘Good Old Games’ – and they…

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I think that 16-inch laptops are the dream size for portability and productivity. They cost more than smaller alternatives, but the extra display real estate makes a difference when working on complex creative projects or large documents. That’s why I’m pleased to let you know that the Dell 16 Plus is on sale at Best Buy for $699.99 (was $1,099.99).The Dell 16 Plus is a solid mid-tier laptop that we loved when we tested it, scoring it an impressive four stars in our review. It’s “light, runs well and has fine battery life.”If that sounds appealing, why not take advantage…

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