
Alan Bradley
Alan is a freelance tech and entertainment journalist who specializes in computers, laptops, and video games. He's previously written for sites like PC Gamer, GamesRadar, and Rolling Stone. If you need advice on tech, or help finding the best tech deals, Alan is your man.
Latest articles by Alan Bradley

Physicists force atoms into state of quantum 'hyper-entanglement' using tweezers made of laser light
By Alan Bradley published
By controlling individual atoms, researchers have demonstrated a way to turn previously unwanted atomic motion into an advantage.

Scientists connect two quantum processors using existing fiber optic cables
By Peter Ray Allison published
Scientists have connected two quantum computers, paving the way for distributed quantum computing, quantum supercomputers and a quantum internet.

Scientists discover how to use your body to process data in wearable devices
By Alan Bradley published
Scientists have discovered a way to use live tissue as a computational reservoir to solve problems and potentially predict chaotic systems like the weather.

World's first silicon-based quantum computer is small enough to plug into a regular power socket
By Alan Bradley published
An Irish startup has created the world's first silicon-based quantum computer — it can still integrate seamlessly with classical computing in data centers.

China's '2D' chip could soon be used to make silicon-free chips
By Alan Bradley published
Advances in materials and architecture could lead to silicon-free chip manufacturing thanks to a new type of transistor.

New benchmark will reveal when quantum computers overtake the fastest supercomputers, scientists say
By Alan Bradley published
A new benchmark performed on chips from five different vendors has indicated how we can measure QPU performance as quantum computers become more advanced and useful.

Scientists observe new quantum phase that could have major implications for quantum computing
By Alan Bradley published
The exotic quantum phase, predicted over half a century ago, could lead to advances in quantum computing, sensors and communication technology.

MIT 'remote entanglement' discovery could lead to scalable 'quantum supercomputers'
By Alan Bradley published
A new device enables remote entanglement, allowing distant quantum processors to communicate with one another with reduced error rates.

Nvidia's mini desktop supercomputer gets launch window
By Alan Bradley published
The new DGX machines are portable but powerful enough to drive complex AI modules and research, with processing capabilities previously only available in data centers.

Watch this humanoid robot perform a side flip for the first time
By Alan Bradley published
Unitree's G1 demonstrates a new level of robotic agility with a complex movement following an AI software update.

Government scientists discover new state of matter that's 'half ice, half fire'
By Alan Bradley published
U.S. government scientists have developed a new phase of matter dubbed 'half ice, half fire,' which unites opposing electron spins in a unique magnet.

AI models will lie to you to achieve their goals — and it doesn't take much
By Alan Bradley published
Researchers discover that the most advanced AI models may lie to their users when under pressure.

Scientists unveil new type of 'time crystal' that defies our traditional understanding of time and motion
By Alan Bradley published
The latest time crystal innovation may expand the known boundaries of quantum mechanics.

China achieves quantum supremacy claim with new chip 1 quadrillion times faster than the most powerful supercomputers
By Alan Bradley published
This new superconducting prototype quantum processor achieved benchmarking results to rival Google's new Willow QPU.

China creates powerful spy satellite capable of seeing facial details from low orbit
By Alan Bradley published
New laser-based imaging technology is reportedly capable of capturing millimeter resolution from over 60 miles away.

Best laptops for students 2025: Get the perfect laptop for college
By Mike Jennings last updated
Buying Guide Ideal for work and entertainment, these are the best laptops for students in 2024.

Best laptops for photo editing 2025: Notebooks for designers and photographers
By Mike Jennings last updated
Buying Guide We've ranked the best photo editing laptops, from MacBooks to gaming notebooks
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