AMD has just released updates for the Linux kernel that provide performance monitoring abilities for its upcoming AMD Zen 5 CPUs. These patches allow software to check on features such as the temperature and clock speed of the processors. While no further information about the chips has been provided alongside this update‚ it could hint at an even sooner than previously expected AMD Zen 5 release date. We're currently expecting to see next generation contenders from AMD earn a place on our best gaming CPU list. Company chair and CEO‚ Lisa Su‚ is set to make a keynote presentation on June 3rd at the Computex trade show in Taiwan‚ where the Zen 5 release date is expected to be revealed. Continue reading AMD Zen 5 release date hopes triggered by performance patch update MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Ryzen 7 7800X3D review‚ Best gaming CPU‚ Radeon RX 7800 XT review

Official Doom Eternal mod support could be on the way from id Software‚ after updates have been made to the game's files on the Steam backend that reference a Doom Mod Portal executable. Comments made by id before the game's launch also suggested potential mod support‚ but they are yet to come to pass. Continue reading Official Doom Eternal mod support might finally be on the way MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Doom Eternal review‚ Doom Eternal system requirements‚ Play Doom Eternal

The deployment comes days after Diplomatic Security Service teams were sent to retrieve non-essential personnel from the U.S. embassy.

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Elden Ring has hundreds of weapons to choose from‚ and finding a weapon that scales appropriately to your build is essential. A Faith based build is perfect for a rounded character who wants to mix support and offensive incantations.

We've seen our fair share of LEGO adaptations over the years‚ from Harry Potter to Batman and Star Wars. There aren't too many franchises left that haven't been touched by the creative blocks‚ but it seems that it works really well as an animation in Red Dead Redemption 2's Wild West.

A strength build in Elden Ring can be straightforward‚ and a precise build can lead to great results. Magic builds requires multiple stats to be leveled up to use your abilities properly‚ but a strength build focuses only on your weapon.

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There are so many awesome smart home gadgets out there these days. From smart plugs and smart light bulbs to robots that clean your house. Some are more useful than others‚ of course‚ and people tend to think they already know about all the best smart home gadgets out there. Well‚ I'm about to introduce you to a new one that you've probably never heard of called the Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer switch. If you're an Alexa fan‚ you'll end up being just as obsessed with it as I am. Plus‚ it's on sale right now for $66.99 instead of $109‚ so it's the perfect time to get a few of them for your own smart home setup. Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer Switch with Amazon Alexa Built-in‚ Wi-Fi 1st Gen‚ Neutral Wir… Price: $66.99 (reg. $110) You Save: $42.00 (39%) Buy Now Ecobee Switch+ Smart Light Switch‚ Amazon Alexa Built-in Price: $95 (reg. $100) Buy Now Smart light switches are so terrific because they let you control all the lights in a room without having to shell out tons of cash for multiple smart light bulbs. For example‚ I use a dual smart light switch in my kitchen. One switch is connected to seven recessed lights‚ and the second one is connected to a chandelier with three light bulbs in it. Smart light bulbs from top brands can cost as much as $50 each. That means I'd be looking at a $500 investment for my kitchen alone. Meanwhile‚ I got my double smart light switch on sale for $35‚ and I installed it myself for free. That's just one reason the Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer switch is an awesome smart home gadget. The second is something you might have deciphered from the product's name. It's the fact that it has Alexa voice control functionality built right in. Amazon's newest Echo Dot retails for $50. But even at that price‚ why take up space on your counter or table if you don't have to? This awesome Leviton smart light switch has a microphone and Alexa speaker built right in. That way‚ you can speak all the Alexa commands you want and ask all the questions you would with any other Alexa speaker. It can easily hear you and respond from anywhere in the room — and it doesn't take up any space on your tables or countertops. Also‚ there's a privacy mode that disables the mic. And finally‚ there are motion and ambient light sensors built right in for automation. You can connect this smart switch to your smart home setup directly in many cases‚ or through IFTTT. That way‚ your creativity is the only limit when it comes to automations. Value is always a key factor in the company's success‚ and the Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer switch is a solid value at $109. Grab one today‚ however‚ and you'll spend just $66.99. Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer Switch with Amazon Alexa Built-in‚ Wi-Fi 1st Gen‚ Neutral Wir… Price: $66.99 You Save: $42.00 (39%) Buy Now Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer Switch: Why I love it If you're going to install a smart switch anyway‚ every Alexa user should opt for the Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer switch instead. It's the same installation procedure‚ so why not get more bang for your buck? Below‚ you'll find some key takeaways to keep in mind when you're considering this awesome smart light switch. Long story short‚ these are all the reasons why I'm such a big fan of this Leviton smart switch. The Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer switch does everything a normal smart switch can do It's dimmable The integrated Alexa smart speaker lets you control all your smart devices and use other Alexa skills just like you would with any Echo speaker Ask Alexa to play music‚ hear the news‚ set a timer‚ adjust the temperature‚ and so much more Built-in motion and ambient light sensors let you create endless smart home automations Easy installation takes 30-45 minutes Control your lights from anywhere with your smartphone or with Alexa voice commands If you're tired of Echo speakers taking up space and messy power cables running everyone‚ you finally have the perfect solution. Leviton Decora Smart Voice Dimmer Switch with Amazon Alexa Built-in‚ Wi-Fi 1st Gen‚ Neutral Wir… Price: $66.99 You Save: $42.00 (39%) Buy Now Don't Miss: Today’s deals: $302 Apple Watch S7 in stainless steel‚ Dyson vacuums‚ Kick scooters‚ Samsung monitors‚ more The post Leviton Decora is a smart light switch mixed with an Echo Dot‚ and I’m obsessed appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Shark robot vacuum deal: $650 best-seller is under $450 today Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are $50 off in every color Today’s deals: $302 Apple Watch S7 in stainless steel‚ Dyson vacuums‚ Kick scooters‚ Samsung monitors‚ more Today’s deals: LG OLED TVs‚ 15% off Galaxy S24 series‚ Bose sale‚ GE appliances‚ Square Reader‚ more

Almost two months since Apple halted sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 with the blood oxygen feature‚ a new document published by the US Customs and Border Protection shows when Cupertino might finally be able to reinstate this technology. According to the document (via ipfray)‚ the patent Apple infringed is set to expire in August 2028. That said‚ if the US International Trade Commission doesn't accept Apple's appeal before this date‚ the Cupertino firm could reinstate the blood oxygen feature. Still‚ it could be quite a long time before Apple is able to bring back this feature to Apple Watch users. Unless Apple finds a way to develop a blood oxygen sensor that doesn't infringe the patent in question‚ the functionality might not be back until the company unveils the Apple Watch Series 14. That said‚ Cupertino will likely find another way to reinstate this feature sooner rather than later. Below‚ BGR explains the timeline of this Apple Watch blood oxygen feature ban. Apple Watch blood oxygen ban explained On December 18‚ Apple announced it might have to stop selling the Apple Watch Series 9 in the United States due to a legal battle. According to the statement‚ the company would stop selling these smartwatches as soon as 3:00 p.m. ET on Thursday‚ December 21‚ while in-store inventory would not be available from physical Apple locations after December 24. This ban was due to the US International Trade Commission agreeing that Apple infringed two of another company's blood oxygen patents. This decision was sent to Biden’s Administration for the Presidential Review Period‚ which expired on December 25. The President decided not to revoke ITC’s decision. For a few days‚ Apple removed the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 from sales. Then‚ the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit paused the import ban‚ considering Apple’s request to continue selling the smartwatches during the appeal process. By mid-January‚ the court officially denied Apple’s request. As a result‚ Apple Watch models with blood oxygen features were once again halted as of January 18 at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. With that‚ Cupertino is now selling these devices in its stores without this technology. That said‚ if you need to buy a Series 9‚ buy it at a third-party store‚ such as Amazon‚ Target‚ or Walmart‚ as they can still sell the model with a blood oxygen monitor‚ as long as they have any left in stock. Don't Miss: Apple Watch Series 10: Release date‚ price‚ and everything we know The post Bad news for Apple Watch users waiting for the blood oxygen sensor to return appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 are $50 off in every color Best deals: Tech‚ laptops‚ TVs‚ and more sales Sony WH-1000XM4 drop to $248‚ and other Sony headphones deals start at $60 Today’s deals: $60 Ring Stick Up Cam‚ $260 HP Stream laptop‚ Sony home audio sale‚ Samsung microSDs‚ more