2026-08-25

Perplexity partners with Nvidia to launch Portable Computer, a fully local AI agent with zero token costs

Perplexity is launching Portable Computer today, a version of its agentic "Computer" platform that runs entirely on hardware users already own — starting with Nvidia's DGX Spark desktop supercomputer and Linux machines equipped with Nvidia RTX GPUs.The launch, developed in close partnership with Nvidia, is one of the most aggressive attempts yet to move serious AI agent workloads [...]

2026-08-25

ASUS is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its gaming division with the ROG XBOX Ally X20

The big upgrade on the 20th anniversary ROG XBOX Ally X20 is a larger 7.4-inch OLED display. [...]

2026-08-25

I was ready to discount the stumpy Galaxy Z Fold 8, but a week-long vacation proved Samsung's new form factor is a winner

After testing the Galaxy Z Fold 8 on vacation, I've come to love its passport-shaped form factor. [...]

2026-08-25

Apple’s new Mac mini looks the same, but the M6 inside brings a major performance boost

The Mac mini keeps its tiny design but gets a major performance boost with the M6 chip, designed to crush AI tasks, and can be configured with an M5 Pro chip for more power. Plus, the new Mac Studio boasts either an M5 Max or M5 Ultra chip for more muscle as a desktop powerhouse. [...]

2026-08-25

'Let the team cook. It will be worth the wait' — CD Projekt Red confirms The Witcher 4 is 'targeting' a 2028 launch

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that The Witcher 4 is officially targeting a 2028 release window. [...]

2026-08-25

Some Mac users think they're installing OpenAI Codex, but it's actually a malware that can steal passwords in seconds

An elaborate scheme was designed to deploy AMOS, a known macOS infostealer malware. [...]

2026-08-25

Portable Computer is Perplexity's new local AI agent - why it's a game changer

Running an AI model locally, Perplexity's new Portable Computer can deliver faster performance, tighter security, and lower costs. But it has some strict requirements. [...]

2026-08-25

Porsche is selling its IT consulting unit to Tata Consultancy Services in a $1.5 billion AI deal

TCS will acquire MHP for 320 million euros and establish an AI Mobility Centre of Excellence for the German automaker [...]

2026-08-25

Thomson Reuters built its own AI model on Chinese open-source tech to slash AI costs

The company spent $40 million to build Thomson, which is based on an open-source model from Chinese tech giant Alibaba [...]