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    The Verge - All Posts

  • We’re one step closer to a global cybersecurity standard for smart home devices
    The Verified Product Security Mark is a new labeling program from the CSA designed to help users easily identify what cybersecurity protections an IoT device has in place. | Image: CSA As useful as connected devices like video doorbells and smart lights are, it’s wise to exercise caution when using... Read more »
  • Steam streamlines its family sharing features
    Image: The Verge Today, Steam launched Steam Families, an overhaul of its family sharing system. The new system gets rid of limits on how many people can play games from one library, makes buying games for your kids easier, and adds new parental controls and sharing options. Before, you needed... Read more »
  • The best Android phones for everyone
    Image: The Verge Whether you want everything but the kitchen sink or top-tier performance for a midrange price, you’ve got options. Continue reading…... Read more »
  • Here are the best AirPods deals you can get right now
    The third-gen AirPods start at $139.99 ($40 off). | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge If you know where to look, you can often score discounts on Apple’s ever-popular AirPods. Since Apple launched the third-gen AirPods at the end of 2021, we’ve seen the starting price of the second-gen,... Read more »
  • Nvidia reveals Blackwell B200 GPU, the ‘world’s most powerful chip’ for AI
    The Blackwell B200 GPU. | Image: Nvidia Nvidia’s must-have H100 AI chip made it a multitrillion-dollar company, one that may be worth more than Alphabet and Amazon, and competitors have been fighting to catch up. But perhaps Nvidia is about to extend its lead — with the new Blackwell B200... Read more »
  • Cyberpunk is out and solarpunk is in, according to Figma’s CEO
    Photo by Rick Kern / Getty Images for Vox Media Cyberpunk design has been all the rage for several years now — this very website was once awash in neon colors and hard edges, you might recall — but Figma CEO Dylan Field says he sees glimmers of optimism taking... Read more »
  • The Supreme Court is skeptical of restricting the White House from talking to social media platforms
    Cath Virginia / The Verge | Photos via Getty Images During oral arguments on Monday, both liberal and conservative justices on the Supreme Court appeared wary of imposing broad limits on how the government can communicate with social media companies about problematic content it thinks should be removed. The case... Read more »
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    MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories

  • When Will Apple Announce WWDC 2024 Dates?
    The 35th annual Worldwide Developers Conference isn't set to take place until June, but we are creeping closer to the general time when Apple tends to announce the dates for its developer event. Apple could make its first WWDC event date announcement in less than two weeks at the end... Read more »
  • Apple Working on Solution for EU Core Technology Fee Possibly Bankrupting Apps That Go Unexpectedly Viral
    Since Apple announced plans for the 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee that apps distributed using the new EU App Store business terms must pay, there have been ongoing concerns about what that fee might mean for a developer that suddenly has a free app go viral. Apple's VP of regulatory... Read more »
  • New iPads Likely to Begin Shipping in April
    Apple's new iPad Pro models with OLED displays will likely begin shipping to customers in April, according to information shared today by Ross Young, CEO of display industry research firm Display Supply Chain Consultants. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman also said the new iPad Pro models might not ship until "deeper" into... Read more »
  • macOS Sonoma 14.4: Reasons Not to Update
    Since Apple unveiled macOS Sonoma 14.4 on March 7, the transition to the latest software update has not been entirely smooth for everyone, and a number of issues have been reported by users that significantly impact their daily workflow. This article lists the most prominent challenges users have faced since... Read more »
  • VideoHumorous Apple Ad Highlights iPhone 15 Storage
    Apple's latest ad for the iPhone 15 models focuses on the device's storage, highlighting the 128GB of available storage space for the entry-level device. The ad features a man looking through his photos, and each photo on the device sings "Don't Let Go" by Terrace Martin, Mr. Talkbox, and... Read more »
  • Apple Publishes Details About New 'MM1' AI Model
    Apple researchers have developed a new method for training large language models (LLMs) that seamlessly integrates both text and visual information. The company's findings, detailed in a research paper titled "MM1: Methods, Analysis & Insights from Multimodal LLM Pre-training," showcase a new approach to creating more intelligent and flexible AI... Read more »
  • Anker and Jackery Introduce Discounts on Portable Power Stations, Bluetooth Speakers, and More
    Anker and Jackery are kicking off the week with discounts on portable power stations, as well as a wide array of wall chargers and other USB-C accessories. All of the products in this sale can be found on Amazon, and some will require you to clip an on-page coupon then... Read more »
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    Infographic-Directory.com

  • Smarter Health Insurance Card Capture With API and AI
    There is a new innovative approach happening in the world of insurance card capture with API and AI. Learn more about this process in the infographic below, courtesy of Orbit Healthcare: Source: OrbitHC... Read more »
  • Cold Outside? Move to Florida
    Florida, the Sunshine State has had a meteoric rise in appeal – drawing millions in chain migration from large population centers in California, New York, and more. Learn more about what the buzz is all about in moving to Florida in the infographic below:... Read more »
  • Data Shows Subscription Models Are Here To Stay
    If you take a look by the numbers, it is a clear signal that subscription models are here to stay for the modern marketplace. Learn more about this trend in the following infographic below, courtesy of Lexmark:... Read more »
  • Getting the Best Quality Surveys for Your Business
    When it comes to running your business, the quality of information that you use to make decisions is of critical importance. That’s why it is essential to nail down the right quality surveys – learn how to leave it to the professionals in the infographic below from IncQuery:... Read more »
  • Motivational Words to Live By
    We all need to be motivated at our low points in life. But where do you find the right words of wisdom to get it done? Check out the following infographic on motivational words fore more:... Read more »
  • Spatial Computing is Leading the Way to a Better Tech Experience
    Spatial computing is already changing the way that people will interact with computer interfaces and the way that we work and play with others. Learn more about the implications of what this means for you in the infographic below, courtesy of Lumus:... Read more »
  • Looking at the Most Popular Video Games
    Are you a big Super Mario fan? Halo still your go to game? It might depend on where you live. Learn more about the most popular video game in each state as well as mapping the most popular video games across the world in the infographic below:... Read more »
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      Velocity Micro - Blog

    • Why is my laptop so hot? What do I do about it?
      It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that running hot is hardly ever what you want. Heat is the… The post Why is my laptop so hot? What do I do about it? appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
    • Multi-Channel Memory: A Keystone in Higher CPU Performance
      In the ever-evolving landscape of computer hardware, the quest for enhanced performance is a relentless pursuit. One key component that… The post Multi-Channel Memory: A Keystone in Higher CPU Performance appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
    • The “Everything” Computer: What You Need For Content Creation & Gaming
      In the ever-evolving world of content creation and gaming, having a PC that can handle both tasks with ease is… The post The “Everything” Computer: What You Need For Content Creation & Gaming appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
    • Unleashing the Power of Multitasking: Key Components for an Efficient PC
      In our fast-paced digital age, multitasking has become an integral part of our daily computing needs. Whether you’re juggling multiple… The post Unleashing the Power of Multitasking: Key Components for an Efficient PC appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
    • Maximizing the Potential of AI Programs with a High-Performance PC
      Owning a powerful PC is like having a high-performance sports car – it’s capable of incredible feats, and its true… The post Maximizing the Potential of AI Programs with a High-Performance PC appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
    • FP64 vs FP32 vs FP16 and Multi-Precision: Understanding Precision in Computing
      FP64 vs FP32 vs FP16 each represent different levels of precision in floating-point arithmetic, and understanding their implications is vital… The post FP64 vs FP32 vs FP16 and Multi-Precision: Understanding Precision in Computing appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
    • Picking a Gaming Laptop in 2024
      When shopping for the best gaming laptop with maximum performance, several key factors should be considered to ensure that it… The post Picking a Gaming Laptop in 2024 appeared first on Custom Gaming & Enthusiast PC Blog | Velocity Micro.... Read more »
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      Tech Digest

    • Skoda unveils €25,000 Epiq EV – due to launch 2025
      Škoda Auto has revealed the name of its battery-electric city SUV crossover, along with a design study showing a first glimpse of the new model. Due to be unveiled in 2025, the […] The post Skoda unveils €25,000 Epiq EV – due to launch 2025 appeared first on Tech Digest. Related posts:... Read more »
    • How Has 5G Changed the Experience of Gaming on a Smartphone?
      As the world hurtles into the future of technology, there’s a seismic shift in the way we experience gaming on our smartphones, all thanks to the advent of 5G technology. […] The post How Has 5G Changed the Experience of Gaming on a Smartphone? appeared first on Tech Digest. Related... Read more »
    • Flying taxis could be just 2 years away, Jaguar removes third-party support for EVs
      The first piloted flying taxi could take to the UK skies in two years. The Department for Transport (DfT) has released its Future of Flight Action Plan which also proposes […] The post Flying taxis could be just 2 years away, Jaguar removes third-party support for EVs appeared first on... Read more »
    • Seeing violent online content starts in primary school, claims Ofcom study
      Children describe violent content as ‘unavoidable’ online Teenage boys more likely to share violent material to ‘fit in’ with peers Recommender algorithms and group messaging fuel exposure Children’s willingness to […] The post Seeing violent online content starts in primary school, claims Ofcom study appeared first on Tech Digest. Related... Read more »
    • Automotive sector calls for passing of Automated Vehicles Bill
      UK auto sector calls for passing of Automated Vehicles Bill to deliver economic and social benefits. Technology could save an additional 3,200 lives and prevent 53,000 serious accidents by 2040, […] The post Automotive sector calls for passing of Automated Vehicles Bill appeared first on Tech Digest. Related posts: Connected... Read more »
    • Nothing Phone 2a sales top 100,000 after few hours, AI weapons-scanning company backtracks
        Sales of the new Nothing Phone 2a have already topped 100,000 just hours after it went on sale in signs the London-based smartphone designer has gained a major foothold […] The post Nothing Phone 2a sales top 100,000 after few hours, AI weapons-scanning company backtracks appeared first on Tech... Read more »
    • VideoDoctors use Apple Vision Pro during surgery, British robot Ameca does celeb impressions
      A medical team at Cromwell Hospital in London strapped on the $3,500 Apple Vision Pro during two spinal surgeries. Doctors  are calling the device a “game-changing” tool, beefing up Apple’s […] The post Doctors use Apple Vision Pro during surgery, British robot Ameca does celeb impressions appeared first on Tech... Read more »
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      Droid Life | Opinionated Android news.

    • It’s Time for a New NVIDIA SHIELD TV
      The SHIELD TV hardware I have hooked up to my living room TV was made in 2019. That was 5 years ago, and frankly, with all of the improvements that have been made in the mobile space in that amount of time, I am officially ready for NVIDIA to produce... Read more »
    • New Google Phone Passes Through FCC, Presumably Pixel 8a (Updated)
      A new Google phone has passed through the FCC today, and even though we can’t confirm for sure that it’s the Pixel 8a, we’re pretty confident that it’s the Pixel 8a given the timing. Let’s go over what we can see. A device using model number G8HNN has undergone testing,... Read more »
    • DEAL: Pixel Fold at $1299 is Solid ($500 Off)
      For what’s sure to be a limited time, you can get a brand new Pixel Fold starting at just $1299. That’s $500 off the usual price of $1799, which is a crazy good price. While that’s already a very good deal in terms of instant savings, should you buy your... Read more »
    • Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Made Official, Aimed at Upper Mid-Range Devices
      Over the weekend, Qualcomm made the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset official, announcing that the first phones offering this chipset would be available later this month. Qualcomm’s goal with 8s Gen 3 is to bring select premium flagship features to more Android devices across the globe, such as generative AI... Read more »
    • Google Drops $250 Off Pixel 8 Pro, $200 Off Pixel 8 in Best Prices Yet
      For most of the year, I’ve been telling you that the Pixel 8 Pro is always $200 off and that paying a penny more than $200 off would be foolish. In a bit of a turn I didn’t exactly see coming so soon, Google is now discounting their best phone... Read more »
    • VideoHere’s a Look at Android 15’s App Archiving Feature
      If you were thinking Google was going to hide a few key features of Android 15 before its official release, you were wrong. The internet is doing its usual thing, this time detailing a new feature called App Archiving, coming soon to an Android phone running Android 15 near you.... Read more »
    • Report: Samsung Readying Galaxy Watch 7, Watch 7 Classic… and Watch 7 Pro
      In 2022, Samsung gave us the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, its flagship Wear OS-powered device that was the bigger, buffer brother to the Galaxy Watch 5. Last year, it was the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic that acted as the flagship, with Samsung returning to its rotating bezels roots and delivering... Read more »
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      Engadget

    • NVIDIA's GPUs powered the AI revolution. Its new Blackwell chips are up to 30 times faster
      In less than two years, NVIDIA’s H100 chips, which are used by nearly every AI company in the world to train large language models that power services like ChatGPT, made it one of the world’s most valuable companies. On Monday, NVIDIA announced a next-generation platform called Blackwell, whose chips are... Read more »
    • Microsoft is planning some more pre-Build AI announcements
      It's shaping up to be a busy spring for Microsoft, which has multiple events lined up over the next few months. Not only is there a work and Copilot-centric event this Thursday and almost certainly an Xbox showcase coming up in early June, but Build is on the horizon. The... Read more »
    • VideoRivian owners can use Tesla Superchargers now, once they get their free adapter
      Rivian owners can now use Tesla Supercharger stations to juice up their electric trucks and SUVs, after a software update issued during the weekend. The company first announced the integration last year, along with plans to include Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) ports in forthcoming vehicles. These ports won’t... Read more »
    • Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones are up to $250 off ahead of Amazon's Spring Sale
      Amazon's Big Spring Sale officially begins this Wednesday, but as with all such sales, a number of deals went live early, including on Google's latest Pixel smartphones. The 128GB-capacity Pixel 8 Pro is 25 percent off, which deducts $250 from the list price and brings the handset to $749. That... Read more »
    • YouTube lays out new rules for 'realistic' AI-generated videos
      Many companies and platforms are wrangling with how to handle AI-generated content as it becomes more prevalent. One key concern for many is the labeling of such material to make it clear that an AI model whipped up a photo, video or piece of audio. To that end, YouTube has... Read more »
    • VideoYouTuber Dunkey’s publishing company is releasing its first game on May 9
      YouTube sensation Dunkey, aka videogamedunkey or Jason Gastrow, has added game publishing to his resume. He started a company called Big Mode last year, which is releasing its first title on May 9. Animal Well is a sidescrolling Metroidvania platformer that will show up on the PS5, the Nintendo Switch... Read more »
    • Amazon discounts Fire tablets by 35 percent ahead of the Big Spring Sale
      Amazon's Big Spring Sale is almost here, and deals on its Fire tablets are already trickling in. Take the new Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet, down to $95 from $140 — a 32 percent discount. This sale brings the 32GB device to only $15 more than its all-time low since... Read more »