Nvidia kills mobile GPU overclocking in latest driver update, irate customers up in arms

GTX980M feature
Nvidia is under fire for disabling overclocking in mobile systems with its latest driver update and is defending the move as a bug fix. Complicating the issue is the fact that some OEMs actively sell laptops in overclocked configurations.

Mollusk biology could hold the key to lithium-ion battery efficiency

Mollusk shell
New carbon nanotube designs could significantly improve battery performance — based on a little help from mollusks and advanced materials engineering.

AT&T’s gigabit service matches Google Fiber’s price – if you let them spy on you

U-Verse
AT&T will roll out its Gigapower service to Kansas City soon, but it’s only matching Google Fiber’s pricing if you’re willing to be spied on.

Google, Mattel team up to offer View-Master VR in kid-friendly package

Google View-Master
Mattel’s View-Master is a signature toy that’s been around for decades, and the company has updated the concept with a new VR model that integrates with Google Cardboard.

Intel confirms Skylake upgrade for Core M later this year

Intel Xeon E7 Ivy Bridge-EX die (15 core)
Intel’s second-generation Core M is scheduled for the latter half of 2015. Skylake, Broadwell’s successor, will launch across both desktops and mobile in that timeframe.