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  • Best Mesh Router Deals: Spend Less to Upgrade Your Wi-Fi Experience - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 17:30 pm

    Say goodbye to dead spots and buffering with these mesh router deals that can help you achieve a strong and blazing fast connection at a great price.

  • How to Use AI in Sales: Top Strategies, Examples, and Tools

    eWEEK Apr 24, 2024 | 17:20 pm

    Seeking ways on how to use AI in sales? Step into the future of sales with AI-driven techniques. The post How to Use AI in Sales: Top Strategies, Examples, and Tools appeared first on eWEEK.

  • Best Internet Providers in Roswell, Georgia - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 17:10 pm

    Roswell residents are likely to have a few options when it comes to home internet, but which is best for your home? Here’s how the top providers compare.

  • Keep Your Home Safe With This Schlage Encode Smart Lock Bundle, Now 80% Off - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 16:37 pm

    Keep your loved ones and valuables safe at a low price, thanks to this Schlage Encode smart deadbolt and handle deal.

  • Apple May Give FineWoven Accessories 1 More Season video - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 16:36 pm

    FineWoven was announced with much fanfare, but the material doesn't seem particularly durable.

  • Best USB-C Monitor Deals: Save a Pretty Penny on Top Brands, Like LG, Asus and More - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 16:31 pm

    So many devices use USB-C ports now, it's a good idea to upgrade your monitor if you haven't already, and now you can do so at a discount.

  • NBA Playoffs 2024: How to Watch Tonight's Games, Schedule, Matchups, TV Times - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 16:30 pm

    The first round of the NBA playoffs continues Wednesday. Here's everything you need to know to watch tonight's games and the rest of the playoffs without cable.

  • Somehow This $10,000 Flame-Thrower Robot Dog Is Completely Legal in 48 States

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 16:30 pm

    Meet Thermonator. It blasts fire up to 30 feet and has Bluetooth.

  • US vs. TikTok: What Happens Next video - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 16:20 pm

    President Biden has signed a bill into law that effectively forces TikTok's parent company ByteDance to divest in the social media platform and sell itself to another company, or face a TikTok ban in the US.

  • Best VPN for Amazon Fire TV Stick in 2024 - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 16:15 pm

    You can turn almost any TV into a smart TV and stream all of your favorite shows and movies privately when you use one of the top VPNs for Amazon’s Fire TV Stick.

  • Best Office Chairs of 2024 - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 15:30 pm

    Comfort while working is the key to unlocking the best productivity. Here are the best office chairs, tested by us.

  • 7 Best Space Heaters to Warm Your Home in 2024 - CNET

    CNET Apr 24, 2024 | 15:30 pm

    Check out our favorite space heaters to help you heat up your place.

  • Do employers want AI skills or AI-enhanced skills? That could depend on you

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 15:16 pm

    New types of jobs are emerging: The modern skillset that employers are recruiting for is vastly different from what they used to want.

  • Driving fast or braking hard? Your connected car may be telling your insurance company

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 15:05 pm

    The era of connected cars presents a new privacy problem - and it could also drive up your insurance bill.

  • I love my Samsung Bespoke refrigerator, and you can buy one for $900 off right now

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 14:42 pm

    The Samsung Bespoke refrigerator offers lots of space and plenty of future-proof features, and you can get different models on sale right now at Best Buy.

  • Best laptops 2024: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1s, and more

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 14:40 pm

    Best laptops 2024: Premium, budget, gaming, 2-in-1s, and more Picking up a brand new laptop can be a stressful experience. How much storage will I need? Which GPU is the best for my budget? The sight of the alphabet soup model numbers are enough to set your heart racing. If you’re not sure where to begin, don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re looking for a lightning fast gaming laptop or a lightweight 2-in-1 for office work, we’ve got something for everyone. Why you should trust us: It’s in our name. PCWorld prides itself on laptop experience and expertise. We’ve been covering PCs since 1983, and we now review more than 70 laptops every year. All of the picks below have been personally tested and vetted by our experts, who’ve applied not only performance benchmarks but rigorous usability standards. We’re also committed to reviewing PC laptops at every price point to help you find a machine that matches your budget. Looking for sweet discounts? Check out our regularly updated roundup of the best laptop deals available right now. Updated April 24, 2024: We replaced the Best Ultraportable pick with the Acer TravelMate P6 because it weighs the same as our former pick and is more affordable. We also added the Acer Aspire Go 15 as an alternative option underneath our Best Budget Laptop pick because it has better battery life and is about $30 cheaper. The list of recent laptop reviews has been updated as well, so be sure to check those out further down the page. The best laptops we’ve tested Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (2024) – Best overall Pros Strong performance Exceptional battery life Wonderful typing experience Cons CPU throttles under heavy loads No user upgrades Price When Reviewed: $999 Best Prices Today: $999.99 at Dell Why we like the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is one of the most well-rounded laptops money can buy. It offers strong performance, exceptional battery life, and a vibrant display. The best part is that it costs about $1,000, which is a reasonable price point considering the price to performance ratio. In fact, it performed exceptionally in PCMark 10’s benchmark, according to our review. With a PCMark 10 score of 7,061, it beat out the Acer Swift Go 14, which has similar specs to the Dell, and the more expensive Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon. The Inspiron 14 Plus also lasted an impressive 17 hours on a single charge, which is definitely more than a full workday or school day. You don’t have to worry about finding a wall outlet to charge up. Who should buy the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus Anyone looking for a really good, well-rounded laptop. In addition to the impressive performance and battery life, it also has a lovely 14-inch 1400p display. According to our review, “the display is exceedingly well suited to office work and static imagery.” It has a peak brightness level of a stunning 418 nits as well as an anti-glare coating, which means you can use this[…]

  • How to use Microsoft's AI-powered Clipchamp to create a video montage - for free

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 14:27 pm

    Choose the clips, style, and a few other elements, and Clipchamp's AI smarts will devise a video for you.

  • This $150 microphone beats out more expensive mics I've tested with this brilliant feature

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 14:24 pm

    The JBL Quantum Stream microphone is a competitively-priced mic with features that podcasters and streamers will appreciate.

  • How an unlocked phone and MobileX can save you money

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 13:59 pm

    Available at Walmart, MobileX helps you maximize the flexibility and savings that come with an unlocked phone.

  • Could Windows finally get ARM right and outperform Apple silicon?

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 13:58 pm

    Microsoft and its OEM partners are poised to announce a crop of new Arm-based laptops. Can those devices really compete with Apple's mature M-series designs?

  • Finally, a MagSafe battery pack that doesn't look like a brick (and it charges quick, too)

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 13:58 pm

    Casely's Power Pod can power your phone, earbuds, and other electronic devices, and its design brings exactly what the battery pack market needs -- style.

  • Facebook's Meta AI is lying when it says you can disable it - but here's what you can do

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 13:56 pm

    Hate Facebook's new Meta AI tool? You can't turn it off, but you can still search just like you did before. Here's how.

  • Apple M2 MacBook Air is still a record-low $849 on Amazon right now

    Latest news Apr 24, 2024 | 13:55 pm

    With features similar to the newer M3 model, this is the best time to spring for Apple's cheaper, ultraportable laptop.

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    Komando.com Apr 24, 2024 | 13:45 pm

    Don’t let the junk take over your email. Take back your time with Clean Email instead. I’d make a joke about Inbox Zero, but let’s be real – that is the joke!          

  • Best free VPN for Android 2024: Which ones can you trust?

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 13:30 pm

    Best free VPN for Android 2024: Which ones can you trust? It might be surprising, but free VPNs are no longer just for PCs. You can also use them to help easily boost your security and privacy game on an Android device. Whether you want extra security while using a public Wi-Fi network, or to get around geo-restrictions for most of your favorite streaming services, a free VPN can help you do it without having to pay for anything. The problem when looking for a good free VPN, though, is that there are a large number of them available on the Google Play Store. So how do you determine which ones are worth your time? Our experts here at PCWorld have tested a slew of VPNs, both for PCs and Android devices, and have curated a list of the best free options you can feel confident in using. Check out our top picks below. Why you should trust us: Here at PCWorld we’ve been testing computer hardware, software, and services since the 1980s. We’re continually testing all of the major VPNs on the market and many lesser-known services in order to curate a list of the very best VPNs across a variety of categories. For a more in-depth guide, you can check out our article on how we test VPN services at PCWorld. Below you’ll find our favorite free VPNs, and below that, helpful advice about what to look for when choosing a VPN for your Android device on your own. And if you’re looking to further upgrade your Android phone’s security, which we highly recommend, be sure to look at our recommendations for the best free antivirus for Android as well. Additionally, you can check out our guide to the best VPNs covering multiple devices. Updated April 23, 2024: Check out our latest review of Mullvad VPN. While there is no free version of its Android app, this excellent VPN with its top marks for user privacy and security is seriously affordable and worth every penny to those who value anonymity. ProtonVPN – Best for unlimited use Pros Fantastic speeds Easy-to-use multi-hop feature Supports TOR over VPN connections Cons Expensive Price When Reviewed: $96 Best Prices Today: $96 at ProtonVPN AG Why we like ProtonVPN If you only have one device to worry about, ProtonVPN is an excellent choice. This free service provides what the company calls “medium speeds,” meaning you don’t get access to the 10-gigabit-per-second servers that paying customers do. Still, the speeds are just fine. But what you won’t find here are any servers supporting Netflix streaming. That’s another premium feature; however, you can still likely get other streaming services that aren’t as actively fighting against VPNs the way Netflix is. ProtonVPN has an excellent privacy policy, there are no data limits, but you will have to create an account to use this service even when it’s free. ProtonVPN Free provides three country choices. Who should use ProtonVPN ProtonVPN is a great option for anyone with a single Android device who needs a free VPN. Perfect for[…]

  • This killer AVG Ultimate antivirus deal is just $18 for two years

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 12:45 pm

    Antivirus is a lot more than just antivirus these days, but you don’t have to fork over a hefty premium to get extra protections, even if it’s popular software. Just take today’s AVG Ultimate deal at Newegg — you can pay an incredibly low $18 to protect all your family’s gear for a whole two years. From today until April 28, using coupon code MGTDR23298 at checkout saves you $27 off the 10-device plan, slicing a whopping 60 percent off the normal price of $45. You don’t even need to enter the code at checkout; Newegg now appears to apply coupons automatically. AVG Ultimate bundles together three of AVG’s products: AVG Internet Security, which shields your devices from malware, network intrusions, and other threats; AVG Secure VPN, which keeps your internet activity private (and thus safe from prying and possibly shifty eyes); and AVG TuneUp, a collection of PC utilities meant to keep your PC up to date and running optimally. When we last reviewed Internet Security, we gave it 4 out of 5 stars for its straightforward interface, top-rated antivirus protection, and affordable pricing. The latest test results from AV-Test and AV-Comparatives rank AVG among the highest performing antivirus engines, with a 100 percent block rate for AV-Test’s zero-day and widespread malware benchmark. Similarly, we liked AVG Secure VPN for its ease of use, speeds, and ability to unblock geolocation restrictions on streaming sites. Privacy advocates may not get all the advanced features they want, but from a security perspective, it does the job well. Of course, you can go it alone with just Windows’ built-in security protections, but independent antivirus like AVG makes it easier to stay on top of defending yourself, as it centralizes different features and presents it in a friendlier manner. Getting two years of this coverage for less than a pizza is pretty great — especially when you can cover up to 10 PCs, phones, or tablets. At one of the lowest prices we’ve seen in awhile, it becomes both cheap and easy to better protect yourself from the continual rise in malware. Get two years of AVG Ultimate for just $18 at Newegg Antivirus

  • How we test USB-C cables at PCWorld

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 12:00 pm

    How we test USB-C cables at PCWorld USB-C cables get no respect. Most people shop for the lowest-priced cable and call it a day under the assumption that they are all the same. They’re not though, and here’s how I weed out the good cables from the bad cables in the review process. For the record, the vast majority of PCWorld’s cable tests are performed on cables I purchased retail, but occasionally, I will accept cables directly from manufacturers to expedite the review process. Our cable reviews are actually physically performed on the cables and are not regurgitated from reading other reviews or reading user-generated reviews from consumers. Further reading: Best USB-C cables Examine the marketing claims Cables are commodities no different than salt, rice, or meat, but as we know that doesn’t mean they’re all the same. Unlike hardware, it’s easy for a company to fluff up a product in its advertising or marketing, so we carefully examine the performance and feature claims of each cable to see if it matches reality. Respected brands tend to play it safe (but even they can stretch the truth a bit), while smaller brands often make claims that are flat out wrong. Whether that’s due to a translation issue, confusion with a complicated subject, or flat-out misrepresentation isn’t judged — but I call it out when I see it. If a cable claims USB IF certification, I attempt to verify that. If a cable claims USB IF certification, I attempt to verify that. Gordon Mah Ung If a cable claims USB IF certification, I attempt to verify that. Gordon Mah Ung Gordon Mah Ung Check certifications If the cable claims to have USB Implementers Forum certification or UL certification, I’ll query both organizations’ databases or contact the organization in an attempt to verify the claim. Examine the eMarker Higher-performance charging or data transfer USB-C to USB-C cables feature an embedded eMarker chip that tells the phone, tablet, laptop, and charger just what the cable supports. I read the eMarker’s data using a Charger Lab KM003C and compare it to the cable’s marketing claims. Usually they should match, but some small-brand companies get the eMarker data flat-out wrong, which should give you pause about purchasing them. I examine the cable’s eMarker if it has one I examine the cable’s eMarker if it has one Gordon Mah Ung I examine the cable’s eMarker if it has one Gordon Mah Ung Gordon Mah Ung Weigh it Although it isn’t perfect, I’ve found that one easy way to gauge the quality of a cable is to simply weigh it. Sure, the outer coating can be an influence in the weight, but you’d be surprised at how often a cable that has poorer resistance and fewer features also ends up weighing less. Again, it’s not a predictor of a cable that won’t function, but a lighter cable typically means higher resistance and can portend a shorter life span if abused by the owner due to its thinner wires. Test resistance To gauge the quality[…]

  • How to uninstall McAfee antivirus

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 11:59 am

    How to uninstall McAfee antivirus A fresh PC usually feels shiny and exciting, except when it comes packed with extra software that you never asked for—like a trial of McAfee’s antivirus software. Inevitably, the evaluation period ends, and with it begins an onslaught of notifications asking you sign up for a paid subscription. Heck, sometimes the reminders begin long before the expiration date. If you’re tired of the harassment, or just want to get back to Windows’ more streamlined built-in protections, here’s how to uninstall McAfee antivirus. Looking for more options? Check out PCWorld’s roundup of the best antivirus software of 2024. Step 1: Open the Settings app To uninstall programs, first you must head to the Apps section within the Settings app.  In Windows 10, hit the Start key on your keyboard, and then type apps. Select Apps & features. In Windows 11, hit the Start key on your keyboard,, then type installed apps. Choose Installed Apps. Step 2: Uninstall McAfee The McAfee app within Windows 10’s installed app list. The McAfee app within Windows 10’s installed app list.PCWorld The McAfee app within Windows 10’s installed app list.PCWorld PCWorld Scroll down the list of installed apps and find McAfee.  In Windows 10, click on McAfee in the list, then on the Uninstall button. In Windows 11, click the three dot icon on the far right, then choose Uninstall. If a User Account Control permission window appears, click Yes to approve the request to make a chance on your PC. McAfee may then flash a pop-up asking for you to answer a survey (you can decline), as well as another for confirmation that you want to remove the software. After the uninstallation is complete, reboot your PC. check out pcworld's top pick for antivirus software Norton 360 Deluxe Read our review Price When Reviewed: $49.99 for the first year Best Prices Today: $19.99 at PCWorld Software Store | $49.99 at Norton Step 3: Repeat for other McAfee components Be sure to uninstall other associated McAfee software. Be sure to uninstall other associated McAfee software.PCWorld Be sure to uninstall other associated McAfee software.PCWorld PCWorld You may have more than just McAfee’s antivirus software on your system—if the trial was for a broader subscription that also included services like the company’s VPN and parental controls, you’ll need to uninstall those apps separately. Reboot your PC after uninstalling each component. Step 4: Confirm Windows Security is active On this PC, App & browser control should be turned on for fuller protection. On this PC, App & browser control should be turned on for fuller protection.PCWorld On this PC, App & browser control should be turned on for fuller protection.PCWorld PCWorld After the dust settles, open the Start menu, then type windows security and launch the app. Under Virus & threat protection, your status should say No action needed. If it says Unknown, reboot your PC and then look again. We recommend also turning on App & browser control if you see a prompt to do so (like in[…]

  • Controversial Windows 11 Start menu ads begin rolling out

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 11:46 am

    Controversial Windows 11 Start menu ads begin rolling out Microsoft is pushing advertising into every possible corner of Windows 11 that it can find, and the Start menu is definitely not a safe space. We reported a few weeks ago that Windows Insider builds were showing “Promoted” applications once again. In a shockingly short amount of time, that function has been pushed into the current Windows 11 wide release build. get windows 11 pro for cheap Windows 11 Pro Price When Reviewed: 199.99 Best Prices Today: $59 at PCWorld Store – Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only | $79.99 at PCWorld Software Store The Verge spotted the update as part of the documentation for build KB5036980, which is an optional update at the moment, but will be headed to all current builds as Windows Update propagates. The Recommended section of the Windows 11 Start menu, normally reserved for apps you’ve just downloaded or frequently accessed user files, will add oh-so-helpful links to the Microsoft Store. And by “helpful,” I mean they’re apps that have paid to suddenly appear on millions of users’ Start menu before they actually choose to install them. While we were expecting this to roll out to wide users at some point, Microsoft’s usual pace for these kinds of updates would have put it months away at the earliest. Moving from Insider builds to wide release this quickly is shocking. Microsoft Microsoft Microsoft While we’ve seen anecdotal reports of the ads popping into Start menus on new Windows 11 installations, we can’t actually generate one on our own systems, even with the KB5036980 update applied. It’s possible that Microsoft hasn’t “flipped the switch” yet, at least not for everyone with the requisite Windows update applied. If you see the new “Promoted” ads in the Recommended section of your Start menu, and you would rather not, you can disable them. Head to the main Windows menu, then click Personalization>Start. Disable the toggle for “Show recommendations for tips, shortcuts, new apps, and more.” Hopefully this option doesn’t disappear on a future update. Windows

  • The new Snapdragon X chips are faster than an M3, but should we believe it?

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 11:38 am

    The new Snapdragon X chips are faster than an M3, but should we believe it? Macworld If you follow tech outside the world of Apple, you may have noticed that Qualcomm has been getting a lot of attention lately. That’s because the company is promoting its upcoming Snapdragon X Plus and Elite chips, which aren’t going to be in PC laptops until this summer. As part of its marketing, Qualcomm compares its chips’ performance to Intel (of course), but it also calls out Apple’s latest M3 chip. According to Qualcomm (via PCWorld), its Snapdragon X Elite chip is 28 percent faster and the Snapdragon X Plus chip is 10 percent faster than the Apple M3 in a MacBook Pro in Geekbench testing. Which, for chips that will ship some seven months after the M3 launched, leaves an impression–at least Qualcomm thinks so. However, these are Qualcomm-provided numbers and one major point that is left out of the M3 comparison is power consumption (not to mention memory and price). Apple takes a great deal of pride in the fact that its chips provide top performance while being efficient.   In fact, Qualcomm’s chart below comparing multi-threaded performance based on power consumption conspicuously doesn’t include any Apple chips. For a mobile chip, that’s a notable exclusion—especially since it challenges Apple at every other turn. Qualcomm Qualcomm Qualcomm That are other flags, such as the fact that Qualcomm doesn’t include the M3 Pro or M3 Max. Wouldn’t an X Elite (which has 12 CPU cores) versus a M3 Pro or M3 Max be a better comparison? Seems so. Then there’s the whole issue of whether Qualcomm’s benchmarks are believable at all, which the website SemiAccurate claims isn’t the case, and “the numbers that they are showing to the press and are not achievable with the settings they claim.” In any case, why should Apple users even care what these new Qualcomm chips do? After all, you can’t (officially) run macOS on a PC laptop–even our sister site, PCWorld, says it “doesn’t care as much about how the X Elite and X Plus shape up to Apple’s best.” If anything, it just shows the importance of Apple in the market, and in the very competitive world of PC laptops, you try to find customers wherever you can. Even with a significantly undersized market share, Apple makes a ton of noise with the Mac, and PC makers will do everything they can to convince PC buyers that the devices they sell are just as good. As for whether the X Plus and X Elite really do outperform the M3, we’ll just have to wait and see when PCWorld tests the chips after they become available this summer. They’ll probably match up in some benchmarks with some asterisks and caveats. Also, Apple’s M4 is expected later this year, so this comparison will eventually be moot. CPUs and Processors

  • Report: New 12.9-inch iPad Air will not have the same high-end display as the iPad Pro

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 11:34 am

    Macworld Updated 4/24/24: Analyst Ross Young is now saying (on X for paid subscribers) that the new 12.9-inch iPad Air will have an LED screen, not a Mini LED display as he previously said last week. The original report is posted below. We’re expecting Apple to unveil a new set of iPads during the first week of May. A new report on Thursday may provide a peek into what could be in store, and it says a lot about what the company is doing with its iPad lineup. Analyst Ross Young posted on X (subscription required) that, “The upcoming 12.9″ iPad Air has a MiniLED display,” which is the same display technology used by the current 12.9-inch iPad Pro. Young states that Apple is using leftover supply from production of that Pro model since it is expected to upgrade the iPad Pro to OLED displays. Implementing a Mini LED display would provide a power consumption savings over the current LED displays. Mini LEDs also produce better blacks, so the image quality on the iPad Air could see an improvement. A 12.9-inch iPad Air has been rumored to be a new addition to the iPad lineup to complement the current 10.9-inch iPad Air. This creates a non-pro pairing that’s an alternative to the 11- and 12.9-inch iPad Pro.  Young, however, doesn’t mention if the smaller Air will also upgrade from its current LED display to Mini LED. If the current iPad Pro setup is any indication–the 11-inch model has a standard LED, while the 12.9-inch model uses Mini LED–it’s possible Apple wouldn’t upgrade it.  Also, no comment was made about how the Mini LED upgrade would affect the price. The current 12.9-inch iPad Pro with 128GB of storage starts at $1,099, while the iPad Air line is much cheaper with an entry-level price of $599. The rumored upgrade to OLED for this model could increase the price, which would leave room for the 12.9-inch iPad Air to come in at the $999 range. Apple could also lower the Air’s standard SSD configuration to 64GB (versus the iPad Pro’s 128GB) to lower the price a bit. Stay up-to-date with the latest news by checking out our iPad Air and iPad Pro rumor roundups. iPad

  • 2024 iPad Air: Everything you need to know about the 6th-gen model

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 11:20 am

    2024 iPad Air: Everything you need to know about the 6th-gen model Macworld The iPad Air was last updated in March 2022 and the latest rumors strongly suggest that the arrival of a new model (or two!) will be coming soon. Here’s all we know so far about the 6th generation iPad Air. Update April 24: Apple has announced its Let Loose event for May 7 when the iPad Air will likely be unveiled. Also, the new 12.9-inch iPad Air will have an LED display, not Mini LED as reported last week. 2024 iPad Air release date: When will the new model arrive? Expected: May 7, 2024 Apple’s event on October 30 saw the company only launch new Macs, and 2023 passed without a single iPad update for the first time since Apple’s late CEO and founder Steve Jobs introduced the category in 2010. The past three generations of iPad Air arrived about 18 months apart, and since the 5th generation arrived in March 2022, we are overdue for an update. We don’t have much longer to wait. Apple has announced that its Let Loose event will be held on May 7 at 7am PT, when we are almost certianly going to get a new iPad Air. The event invite shows a person holding an Apple Pencil with several artistic Apple logos. This tracks with earlier rumors. After Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants reported that the new iPads were expected to ship in April, a follow-up from Mark Gurman to his earlier rumors suggests that the new software wasn’t quite ready yet and the new iPads would ship in early May. On April 7, Gurman again reported on the iPad Air, stating that it would “probably” arrive the week of May 6. After Apple announced the M3 MacBook Air in early March, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reiterated his report that Apple is planning to release new iPads along with a special build of iOS 17.4 before the end of April. He claimed earlier in the year, reporting that new iPads had gone into production ahead of a spring launch. The iPad Air is unlikely to be the only iPad getting an update in 2024. In November 2023, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote that Apple will refresh all four iPad lines—standard, mini, Air, and Pro—in 2024. The iPad Pro is also expected to get an update at the Let Loose event. 2024 iPad Air sizes: Is Apple preparing to release a larger model? Rumored: The standard 10.9-inch model and a new 12.9-inch option. An October 2023 9to5Mac report claimed, not only that “there are multiple new iPads on track for the coming months,” but that this includes two new iPad Air models. The site indicates that Apple “may be considering introducing a larger version of the iPad Air, or a more expensive model with better specs.” This theory seems to be based on the fact that there are two codenames associated with the new iPad Air: J507 and J508, with the only other iPad having two codenames being the iPad Pro, which also comes[…]

  • Best password managers 2024: Protect your online accounts

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 11:00 am

    Best password managers 2024: Protect your online accounts Humans are terrible at passwords. Simply put, we suck at creating them, we can never remember them, and we share them way too freely. Indeed, the very thing that can ensure our online security has become our biggest obstacle to it. And if you think you have good reasons not to use a password manager, here is why you’re wrong. The best password managers relieve you of the burden of two of these problems—having to create and then memorize unique, complex logins on your own. Sharing your passwords is on you. Plus, these applications protect your passwords by encrypting your login info in a virtual vault—either locally or in the cloud—only allowing access with a single master password. So, if you’re looking to step up your security game, a password manager is one of the best ways to do it. And sure, web browsers are starting to offer password management features, but they’re not yet good enough.  All of our top picks for password mangers support a variety of operating systems such as Windows, Mac OS, Android, and iOS, as well as the major browsers. And all will let you sync your data across multiple devices, though you may have to pay extra for that privilege. Once you’ve found the right password manager for your needs, head over to our guide on mastering your password manager to make sure you’re getting the most from your software. Update April 24, 2024: In our recent re-evaluation of NordPass, we found that it had made big strides toward improving its service, enough to put it on similar footing with more established players in the field—and at a more affordable price, too. You can read all the details in our full review. Dashlane – Best password manager overall Pros Analyzes and rates the strength of your passwords Supports auto-filling web forms with personal profiles VPN and Dark Web scanning available with paid plan Cons Expensive premium tiers Free plan limited to one device Price When Reviewed: Free I Advanced: $2.75/mo I Premium: $4.99/mo I Friends & Family: $7.49/mo Best Prices Today: $4.99 at Dashlane Dashlane has always been a close contender with LastPass, so after the latter’s big data breach, it’s great to know that users still have Dashlane. A full-service password manager, Dashlane offers easy access to your logins, secure notes, payment data, and other information, all through its elegantly designed web portal or via one of its browser extensions for Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Opera, or Safari. Most importantly, its password game is strong, making it easy to generate and store complex, unique passwords and safely keep sensitive payment and personal data at your fingertips. With autofill deployed, Dashlane doesn’t just ensure you use best password practices, but that doing so is practically effortless. Dashlane is free for a single device, but if you want syncing across multiple devices you’ll need a paid plan: The Advanced plan costs $33 annually or $2.75 per month, and adds dark web monitoring, to alert you whether[…]

  • Save $322 on Alienware’s OLED ultrawide, the best gaming monitor around

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 10:57 am

    Ugh, Alienware, you’re killing me here. I’m trying to save up for some new kayak gear, and you’re pushing your OLED ultrawide gaming monitor prices down to the lowest we’ve ever seen. Specifically, Best Buy has the Alienware AW3423DWF, our current pick for the best gaming monitor you can buy, for just $777.77. That’s cheaper than any other retailer, and more than $300 off the $1,099 MSRP. This monitor uses the near-standard 34-inch, 3440×1440 resolution, and 21:9 aspect ratio, a great choice for gamers who want more screen real estate without stepping up to a GPU-punishing 4K resolution. The OLED panel with its vibrant colors and perfect blacks is the big draw, of course, but at 165Hz with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, the AW3423DWF can also handle fast-paced competitive games with aplomb. Connections include double DisplayPort plus HDMI, so this makes a great pick if you’re building a battlestation with multiple PCs or a console on the side. Though the monitor doesn’t do USB-C video or rapid laptop charging it does have four USB-C ports for accessories and a pass-through headphone jack, plus a little bit of RGB bling on the rear logos. It’s compatible with VESA mounts if you’re looking for a clean setup. You can read the full review right here. This deal is the best one we’ve seen yet for any OLED monitor, beating out many 27-inch models with a lower resolution. But Best Buy’s deepest discounts tend to disappear without warning, so get an order in quickly if you’re ready to buy. And if you’re ready to wait another year for that kayak, I suppose. Get an Alienware 34-inch Ultrawide OLED gaming monitor for $777.77 Monitors

  • This deal adds a headphone jack to your Lightning iPhone for just $3

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 10:53 am

    Macworld If you own a recent iPhone before the latest model, two things are true: It has a Lightning port and it doesn’t have a headphone jack. Today’s deal can fix that for very cheap: Best Buy is selling a 2-pack of Insignia Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone adapters for just $6, a savings of $11.50 and the best price you’re ever going to see. This adapter has one job: One end connects to the Lightning port on your iPhone and the other accepts a 3.5mm jack from your headphones or some other audio device. The cables are braided, so they should stay free from frays and breaks, and since you get two, you can keep one in a bag, use it on another device, or give it to a lucky friend. For comparison, Apple sells a similar adapter for $9, so this deal is quite a bargain. We’re not sure how long stock will remain, so if you want one go grab one now. iPhone

  • Oops! Gigabyte spills the beans on AMD’s unannounced Ryzen 9000 CPUs

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 10:46 am

    Wondering what the numbering system for the next-gen AMD CPU you buy for your AM5 system will be called? Me too — frankly the names and numbers for modern CPUs make my head spin. But we have reliable information that the company is going with “Ryzen 9000” as the family name for the upcoming models, widely expected to debut later this year. That’s according to motherboard manufacturers, including Asus, MSI, and now Gigabyte, quoting a report from VideoCardz.com. Asus and MSI simply said their boards will support “AMD’s next-gen CPUs, but Gigabyte specifically stated “Ryzen 9000.” Though the upcoming AMD “Granite Ridge” processors will be based on a new Zen5 architecture, they’ll still be using the popular AM5 socket, and should therefore work with existing AM5-based motherboards as long as you make sure and update the BIOS. If you’re scratching your head about why Ryzen 9000 is following Ryzen 7000, you’re not alone. There are Ryzen 8000-series desktop chips based on the Zen4 architecture, but they’re primarily G-series APU designs meant to efficiently combine CPUs and GPUs with powerful integrated graphics. They aren’t the chips you pick for a gaming PC or high-power media machine. Instead, Ryzen 8000 was largely a laptop series, similar to Ryzen 4000 a few generations ago. Ryzen 9000 will be the new series you’re looking for if you’re hoping to build an AMD-based gaming desktop in the latter half of this year and into 2025, at least if you want the bleeding edge of performance. (If AMD follows its recent pattern, Granite Ridge “X3D” processors with extra V-Cache will probably be released sometime in late 2024 or early 2025.) Of course, existing Ryzen 7000 series CPUs — and even some still-pretty-great 5000 CPUs for the long-lasting AM4 platform — will still be widely available. CPUs and Processors

  • iPad mini 7: Here’s what’s next for Apple’s smallest tablet

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 10:06 am

    iPad mini 7: Here’s what’s next for Apple’s smallest tablet Macworld Apple’s smallest iPad was given a substantial facelift at the end of 2021. The 6th-generation iPad mini sports a complete redesign with a bigger display, Touch ID on the power button, USB C instead of Lightning, and an upgraded front camera. This represented the first major change to the design since the iPad mini was first introduced back in 2012. The mini celebrated its 10-year anniversary in 2022 without an update and no update was forthcoming in 2023 either. But a new iPad mini 7th generation is rumored to be in the works for 2024. Update April 24: Apple announced its Let Loose iPad event for May 5, but the iPad mini is not expected to be announced. iPad mini 7 release date: When is the new iPad mini coming out? It’s been more than two years since the 6th generation iPad mini launched in September 2021, and, based on the dates when other iPad mini models have launched, a fall 2023 update for the iPad mini would have made sense. But now it’s looking like a new iPad mini won’t arrive until fall 2024. Apple will hold its Let Loose event on May 7 to launch new iPads, but the iPad mini isn’t expected to be among them. Apple will reportedly release new iPad Pro and iPad Air models at the event, but the mini isn’t expected to arrive until the fall. Way back in December 2022, respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the new iPad mini won’t arrive until late 2023 or early 2024. However, in November 2023, Kuo pushed that prediction back: saying the 7th-gen iPad mini won’t arrive until the second half of 2024. iPad mini 7 price: How much will the new iPad mini cost? The arrival of the redesigned iPad mini 6th generation saw a $100 increase in price over the previous model to $499. Here’s how the prices of the 6th and 5th generations compared: iPad mini 6th generation: $499/£569 (At launch was £479 in the U.K) iPad mini 5th generation: $399/£379 That price increased even further outside the U.S. including in the U.K. where the price increased again by £90 a few months after the launch. However, it is hoped with the new generation that prices will drop in some markets. We hope that when the new models launch pricing in the U.K. will match the U.S., so $499/£499, rather than $499/£569. iPad mini 7 specs: What new features will the iPad mini have? There’s an expectation the new iPad mini will feature a more impressive processor than it does currently. We are also hoping for some small internal improvements. A16 processor The iPad mini 6 offers the A15 Bionic chip as found in the iPhone 13, mini, Pro and Max, however, this chip is down-clocked compared to the one inside the iPhone 13 series. Here’s how that chip compares to the rest of the range and what is expected for the next generation. iPad Pro: M2. The next generation is[…]

  • 18 Best Portable Battery Chargers (2024): For Phones, iPads, Laptops, and More

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 10:00 am

    Keep your phone, tablet, laptop, and other electronics running with these handheld power banks.

  • How to scan documents on iPhone

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 09:57 am

    How to scan documents on iPhone Macworld Sometimes, you need to turn a piece of paper into a digital file. Maybe you need to include a receipt, registration, or other form of proof in an online form. Or, you want to keep copies of your important documents in the cloud, so they’re always accessible and safe from being lost or destroyed. Such documents are often digitized as Portable Document Format files (or PDFs). It used to be that you needed to use either dedicated hardware or a third-party iPhone app to take a photo of a document and convert it to PDF. That is no longer the case: Apple includes a very handy document scanner in the iPhone’s Notes and Files apps, and it does a surprisingly good job of capturing most documents and converting them to PDF. Because it’s not very obvious, you’d be forgiven for not even knowing it exists. Here’s how you scan documents using an iPhone. We also cover how to convert the scan into a PDF and how to autofill the PDF on an iPhone. We also have a round up of the best free PDF editors for Mac and explain How to edit a PDF on a Mac. You may also be interested How to create a PDF on an iPhone. At a glance Time to complete: 5 minutesTools required: iPhone with iOS 11 or laterCost: 0 1. How to scan a document on iPhone using Notes Foundry Open the Notes app. Create a new Note or select an existing one. Tap the camera button and select Scan Documents. Hold your iPhone over your document until it is highlighted. Try to get it as level and square as possible. Either hold your iPhone (or iPad) still until the scan captures automatically or press the shutter. Depending on whether you are happy or not choose Retake or Keep Scan. Unhappy with the scan? There are two modes: if you use Auto (the word Auto appears in the upper-right corner), Notes captures a page whenever it detects a document. Most of the time the results are pretty accurate, but if they aren’t good enough you can switch to Manual by tapping Auto in the top right, then you can drag the corners to adjust the scan until you are happy. Keystoning will be applied. (Keystoning is the effect of a rectangle appearing to be a different shape when not captured—or projected as with a slide projector—absolutely squarely.) Once you are happy with the scan, tap Keep Scan. Continue scanning until all pages are captured, or tap Save. Notes will attempt to extract some text at the top of the document to use as its title. 2. How to turn a scan into a PDF on iPhone Foundry The method above allows you to scan a document into Notes, which is useful if you want to store your scans in Notes. But what if you’d rather store it as a PDF? Luckily if you save the scan it will automatically save as a PDF.[…]

  • Samsung’s biggest OLED ultrawide monitor is $700 off

    PCWorld Apr 24, 2024 | 09:42 am

    OLED monitors are the cream of the crop when it comes to gaming, and Samsung makes one of the biggest, widest ones out there. The Odyssey OLED G9 is 49 inches of super-saturated, perfect-black glory, but it doesn’t come cheap, with a regular retail price of $1799. But today Amazon is offering it at one of the best prices we’ve seen yet, just $1099.99, matching a low we saw for a few days last month. In terms of dollars to pixels, it’s probably the best deal on any OLED gaming monitor at the moment. The Odyssey OLED G9 G95SC offers a resolution of 5120×1440 (basically two 27-inch gaming monitors squished together in one panel) with a blisteringly fast refresh rate of 240Hz. Load up any recent 3D game at that resolution and you’re likely to make your PC beg for mercy. So it’s a good thing the screen is compatible with both G-Sync and FreeSync, and includes HDR10+ color capabilities on top of HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4. Gaming laptops aren’t left out, like some other OLED monitors: it has a built-in USB-C hub with 65 watts of power delivery. It has tons of software tricks, too, including smart TV-style app support (with game streaming services like GeForce Now), splitscreen for multiple inputs, and support for Samsung’s wireless DeX from mobile devices. For a full rundown on this monstrously massive monitor, check out PCWorld’s review. There’s no indication of how long this discount will last, so if you’re interested, don’t miss out on this screaming-hot deal. Get the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 for $1099.99 This article was updated after Amazon removed a coupon for an additional $100 off, and when the price returned to its previous low-water mark. Monitors

  • 12 Best Wi-Fi Routers (2024): Budget, Gaming, Mesh

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 09:00 am

    Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested systems will deliver reliable internet across your home whatever your needs or budget.

  • 5 Best VPN Services (2024): For Routers, PC, iPhone, Android, and More

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 08:30 am

    It won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but a virtual private network can make you a less tempting target for hackers.

  • FineWoven will join a long line of short-lived Apple failures

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 07:23 am

    FineWoven will join a long line of short-lived Apple failures Macworld After a little more than a half-year on the market, a new report claims that Apple has stopped production of its beleaguered FineWoven products, which were introduced in September as an eco-friendly alternative to leather iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands. There may be a new round of spring colors (likely launched at the Let Loose event in May) but rumors say Apple will switch to some other synthetic material in the fall and dump FineWoven just 12 months after it launched. FineWoven was supposed to be Apple’s big move away from leather. The accessories are made from “68 percent post-consumer recycled content” as part of Apple’s long-standing efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Still, even customers who wanted Apple to get rid of leather were less than thrilled about the new material, which Apple says “may show wear over time as the fibers get compressed with normal use.” Pictures posted around social media have shown how worn down the cases look after a short time compared to the old leather cases. We won’t know for sure until September if Apple is truly planning to discontinue the line of accessories, but if it is, FineWoven will have some well-known company in the annals of short-lived Apple products: Macintosh XL (3 months) If the Macintosh precursor Lisa was troubled, the Macintosh XL, released in January 1985 at the tail end of Lisa’s run, was downright doomed. It wasn’t for the lack of specs or interest—in fact it sold quite well—but the line was overshadowed by the cheaper Macintosh. Resources and parts were scarce for the Macintosh XL and Apple ran out of stock forever just three months later. Macintosh TV (4 months) The original Apple TV before streaming was a thing, the Macintosh TV was supposed to be the device that combined personal computing with home entertainment. With a built-in 14-inch Sony Trinitron display and all of the necessary audio/video inputs including a coaxial cable input, the Macintosh TV combined Apple’s iconic all-in-one design with “new media capabilities that create a whole new category of computing and entertainment devices.” It didn’t catch on and Apple pulled the plug on its first TV project just four months later. The Power Mac G4 Cube was built for success, but never got off the ground. The Power Mac G4 Cube was built for success, but never got off the ground.RR Auction The Power Mac G4 Cube was built for success, but never got off the ground.RR Auction RR Auction Power Mac G4 Cube (11 months) The Power Mac G4 Cube made a huge splash at Macworld New York in 2000. A mini high-end tower packed inside a beautiful floating acrylic square with an ingenious handle to access the internal parts, the Power Mac G4 Cube should have been a runaway hit. Instead, the high price and various cosmetic and performance issues kept sales at bay, and less than a year later, Apple put the whole project “on ice.” eMate (11 months) Before the iBook[…]

  • Nissan's Furry, Robotic Iruyo Puppet Comforts Your Crying Baby While You Drive

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 07:00 am

    Iruyo, a new creation from Nissan, uses two-way cameras, microphones, and a whole lot of cuteness to connect you with your baby in the back seat.

  • iPadOS 18 may finally bring the one Apple app the iPad never had

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 06:46 am

    Macworld Did you hear the big iPad news today? No, not that news! Sources have told MacRumors that iPadOS 18 will include the longest-awaited feature of the iPad: a Calculator app. It’s expected to be part of the iPadOS 18 unveiling at WWDC on June 10. Apple’s plans with the Calculator app have been making the rounds lately. AppleInsider reported last week that the company plans a major overhaul for the Calculator in macOS 15 with an iOS-inspired redesign, a new history tape feature, support for the new Math Notes feature in the Notes app, and more. The new iPadOS 18 Calculator is probably the same as the one rumored for macOS 15, so we assume it will have similar features. Since M-series Macs can run iPad apps, it makes sense that Apple is merely developing a new Calculator for iPadOS 18 and bringing it over to macOS 15. The new iPad Calculator will be available for all iPads on the iPadOS 18 compatibility list. While that list is not yet available, a MacRumors report from February stated that iPads that are on the iPadOS 17 compatibility list will also work with iPadOS 18 except for iPads that have an A10 or A10X Fusion chip. Those iPads were released between 2017 and 2019. The Calculator was not part of the iPad’s original release in 2011, so for the past 14 years, users have had to rely on third-party calculators such as PCalc ($9.99), Calzy ($4.99), or Calcbot 2 (free with in-app purchases). It seems unlikely that the new iPad Calculator will be on par with the feature set of these third-party apps, but for users who need to perform relatively basic math functions, it’ll be a handy tool to have (finally). Apple will hold its “Let Loose” event on May 7 where it is expected to unveil new iPad Air and Pro models, and likely a new Apple Pencil. You can catch up on the iPad Air and iPad Pro rumors before the event, but calculator fans will need to wait another month for the WWDC keynote. iPad

  • Rabbit’s AI Assistant Is Here. And Soon a Camera Wearable Will Be Too

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 06:10 am

    WIRED went along to the company’s launch event where customers picked up the very first R1s and learned of an inbound “all-seeing” accompanying AI device.

  • How to Handle Online Harassment When It Happens to You

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 06:00 am

    If your mentions, inboxes, and DMs are blowing up with hateful comments, here are the technological and psychological tools you need to weather the storm.

  • Why you need a fake online identity

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 05:53 am

    Why you need a fake online identity Macworld The danger of using an unprotected identity Venturing online can be a dangerous business. Bad actors want your personal data, and will go to almost any lengths to get hold of it for their own benefit, and at your cost. If you use an unprotected identity online, and the wrong person gets hold of your email address, for example, the very least you can expect is an avalanche of spam and phishing messages. And it can get a lot worse than that. Let’s say you’re trying to get a discount code, and the codes site asks you to enter your email address. And then you use the discount code to buy from an ecommerce website, and this too requires the use of an email address. Maybe it’s a site you’ve not used before, or one with a sketchy reputation, or a data protection policy that’s alarmingly vague. In these scenarios, how confident are you that your email address will be kept securely and used responsibly, rather than being sold on to a data broker who will add it to dozens of marketing subscription lists? You’re probably familiar with the annoying way that buying from a website, even if you carefully tick all the boxes saying “please don’t send me marketing messages,” still seems to generate a ton of spam afterwards. But it could be worse. If your email address ends up in particularly unscrupulous hands, you may start to receive phishing emails. These are sometimes easy to spot, but get this wrong just once and you may find yourself the victim of identity theft, financial harm or a wrecked credit score, the leaking of embarrassing personal information and more. And that’s before we get to the frightening dangers presented by online stalkers. Some of these scenarios are predictable–such as after buying from an obviously dodgy website. But even reputable sites get it wrong some of the time, or may end up losing your data in the event of a breach. And there are many other seemingly innocuous interactions that can spell trouble if your identity isn’t protected. Subscribing to an email newsletter can keep you entertained and informed, but who knows what else you’ll be signed up to? When applying for jobs, entering competitions, dating, or pursuing social activities, are you always certain that the person you’re contacting is who they say they are, and can be trusted with your details? Any time you send an email or tell a person or business your contact details, there is a danger that the information will be scraped and put to nefarious purposes. The advantages of multiple identities In many online interactions, particularly those with a contact and business with whom you haven’t yet built up a relationship of trust, it makes sense to use a secondary identity: one based around a backup email address you don’t normally use but which you can access if needed. Many of us have second or third email addresses we habitually use when a business[…]

  • Forget the iPhone 16, Apple’s most critical 2024 product is for older iPhones too

    Macworld Apr 24, 2024 | 05:30 am

    Macworld The iPhone 16 lineup will bring in more money for Apple than anything else this year. As many other parts of the company (namely services) are growing, the overall fortunes of Apple still rise and fall on iPhone sales. You would think that would make the iPhone 16 Apple’s most important product this year, but no. That distinction belongs to iOS 18; or more specifically, the on-device AI features it is expected to bring to our pockets this fall. For better or worse, it’s all about AI these days. Every tech company has to have a “leader in AI” story to satisfy investors, even if users are starting to get bored with AI chatbots already. And Apple, though the company has used lots of AI and ML (machine learning) in many of its products for years, has been really slow to release anything that could be considered competitive in the white-hot “generative AI” space. You know: image/video/music creation, smart chatbots that can write and hold natural conversations, code generation, and so on. While some gen-AI tools out there are little more than a gimmick or fad, others are being used by millions every day. Whether it’s using AI to turn your selfie into a Monet for your avatar image or removing an unwanted person in the background of your favorite beach photo with a single tap…the tech world is racing toward gen-AI, and Apple needs to deliver. Apple’s big selling point: On-device privacy We expect Apple to release a suite of gen-AI tools with iOS 18. Rumors say to expect many of the features you would imagine, centered on a smarter, more capable, and more natural Siri that can do more of what ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot can instead of just sometimes setting timers or telling you the weather correctly. Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are expected to get gen-AI features to help you more easily create great documents, Xcode could get code generation features, Safari may get AI-powered page summaries, and we wouldn’t be at all surprised to see enhanced photo or even video editing that leverages advanced AI features. The software that runs on the iPhone will be far more important this year. The software that runs on the iPhone will be far more important this year.Jason Snell / Foundry The software that runs on the iPhone will be far more important this year.Jason Snell / Foundry Jason Snell / Foundry But Apple’s big hook, according to Mark Gurman’s tipsters, is that it will use an LLM (Large Language Model, the core intelligence of many types of generative AI) that runs entirely on-device. Some of Apple’s recent AI company acquisitions like Datakalab and DarwinAI have specialized in creating AI models that run on limited hardware. Recent research papers like LLM in a Flash focus on taking big AI models that notoriously require lots of RAM and compute power and finding new optimization methods to let them run efficiently on devices with less resources (like an iPhone). It all[…]

  • The Showdown Over Who Gets to Build the Next DeLorean

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 05:00 am

    Decades after her dad’s iconic sports car time-traveled into movie history, Kat DeLorean wants to build a modern remake. There’s just one problem: Someone else owns the trademark on her name.

  • Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 9000c: Price, Specs, Release Date

    Gear Latest Apr 24, 2024 | 02:00 am

    Bang & Olufsen has released just 200 units of its new-old CD changer, but it reminds us that a corporation can’t ever delete a physical, plastic disc out of your great big honking CD collection.

  • You can’t delete Meta AI — Do this instead

    Komando.com Apr 23, 2024 | 21:00 pm

    Steps to keep Meta's AI from selling your data to anyone and everyone.

  • Tesla Promises ‘More Affordable Models’ and a ‘Cybercab’

    Gear Latest Apr 23, 2024 | 16:45 pm

    Elon Musk’s automaker told investors Tuesday that sales and revenue are down but that new “more affordable models” will launch before mid-2025, sooner than originally planned.

  • Creating a Winning AI Business Strategy: 8 Steps

    eWEEK Apr 23, 2024 | 16:39 pm

    Developing a competitive artificial intelligence business strategy has quickly become an essential leadership strategy as AI has grown into an indispensable business tool. Businesses from all different industries are incorporating new enterprise AI use cases in their workflows to improve products and disrupt their respective industries. To keep up with the competition, business leaders need […] The post Creating a Winning AI Business Strategy: 8 Steps appeared first on eWEEK.

  • Looking For The Perfect AI Platform? Get Unlimited AI Power With Lightning Fast Speed on Graydient

    Komando.com Apr 23, 2024 | 14:40 pm

    From new hobbyist to professional, get the AI tools that unleash your creativity with Greydient – no credit counting required.   Imagine: You’re working on your next AI masterpiece.  

  • 11 insider tricks for the tech you use every day

    Komando.com Apr 23, 2024 | 09:00 am

    11 ways to secure your privacy, make your iPad more useful, keep your gadgets clean and more tech tricks.

  • The danger of free VPNs

    Komando.com Apr 23, 2024 | 05:00 am

    Free VPNs can sell your data for a profit, thus compromising your privacy. Use this instead.

  • Peeping Tom caught in the act at Target

    Komando.com Apr 22, 2024 | 19:00 pm

    Tips to protect against Peeping Toms and other creepy behavior.

  • 6 Best Prompt Engineering Tools in 2024

    eWEEK Apr 22, 2024 | 16:30 pm

    Prompt engineering tools are software platforms that help business owners, content creators and prompt engineers craft effective prompts that maximize output from their large language models (LLMs) and generative AI tools. In other words, the best prompt engineering tools provide you with the instructions and support for getting your AI tools to create what you […] The post 6 Best Prompt Engineering Tools in 2024 appeared first on eWEEK.

  • Zoom around the web with these keyboard shortcuts

    Komando.com Apr 22, 2024 | 09:00 am

    From quickly bookmarking a website to better controlling your tabs, here are eight keyboard shortcuts.

  • Security tip: 3 dumb mistakes putting you at risk online

    Komando.com Apr 22, 2024 | 05:00 am

    Everybody makes mistakes. But when it comes to cybersecurity, you need to be on your A game at all times. Avoid these three dangerous errors.

  • 3 steps to protect your kids from identity theft

    Komando.com Apr 21, 2024 | 19:00 pm

    Clever ways to protect your kids from identity thieves.

  • Wallet, keys, phone: Found with these trackers

    Komando.com Apr 21, 2024 | 09:00 am

    Best ways to track down stuff you misplace, like your phone, keys and wallet.

  • What is Retrieval-Augmented Generation? How it Works & Use Cases

    eWEEK Apr 19, 2024 | 18:24 pm

    Retrieval-augmented generation, or RAG, is a technique for enhancing the output of large language models by incorporating information from external knowledge bases or sources. By retrieving relevant data or documents before generating a response, RAG improves the generated text’s accuracy, reliability, and informativeness. This approach helps ground the generated content in external sources of information, […] The post What is Retrieval-Augmented Generation? How it Works & Use Cases appeared first on eWEEK.

  • Ultimate Guide to AI Deepfake Technology

    eWEEK Apr 18, 2024 | 19:01 pm

    A deepfake is a type of synthetic media where the likeness of someone in an existing image or video is replaced with someone else’s likeness using artificial intelligence. This technology utilizes sophisticated AI algorithms to create or manipulate audio and video content with a high degree of realism. Deepfake technology represents one of the most […] The post Ultimate Guide to AI Deepfake Technology appeared first on eWEEK.

  • AI Model Optimization: 6 Key Techniques

    eWEEK Apr 17, 2024 | 18:04 pm

    Empower your AI with optimization. Discover 6 strategies to enhance efficiency through AI model optimization. The post AI Model Optimization: 6 Key Techniques appeared first on eWEEK.

  • Top 75 Generative AI Startups Innovating In 2024

    eWEEK Apr 16, 2024 | 15:45 pm

    Generative AI startups have emerged as the newest and most formidable players in the tech world, using natural language processing, machine learning, and other forms of artificial intelligence to generate new, original content for a variety of business use cases. Larger tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and AWS are working hard to build their generative […] The post Top 75 Generative AI Startups Innovating In 2024 appeared first on eWEEK.

  • Cisco’s Splunk Acquisition: A Data-First AI Company Transformation

    eWEEK Apr 16, 2024 | 15:36 pm

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  • 6 Best Large Language Models (LLMs) in 2024

    eWEEK Apr 16, 2024 | 11:23 am

    Looking to take your business to a new level through large language models (LLMs)? Check out our complete list of the best LLMs. The post 6 Best Large Language Models (LLMs) in 2024 appeared first on eWEEK.

  • 10 Best AI Social Media Tools 2024

    eWEEK Apr 11, 2024 | 17:27 pm

    Artificial intelligence (AI) social media tools are software built to enhance and optimize social media marketing efforts in a wide variety of ways. These AI social media apps help automate content creation, scheduling, monitoring, engagement, and audience-targeting tasks. Some AI tools even offer advanced capabilities that enable analyzing data, identifying trends, making data-driven recommendations, and […] The post 10 Best AI Social Media Tools 2024 appeared first on eWEEK.