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Apple unveils its top-of-the-line M4 Max chip
30 Oct

Apple unveils its top-of-the-line M4 Max chip

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Apple is continuing its week of announcements by revealing the latest MacBook Pro lineup, as well as its new top-of-the-line chip. The M4 Max has a 40-core GPU — double the number of cores found in the M4 Pro that the company revealed this week. It has a 16-core GPU with 12 performance and four efficiency cores and a 16-core neural engine that's said to be three times faster than the one on the M1 chip. The M4 Max supports up to 128GB of RAM with what Apple claims is 30 percent more memory bandwidth than the M3 Max offers.The…
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Kindle Colorsoft review: The missing link in Amazon’s ereader lineup
30 Oct

Kindle Colorsoft review: The missing link in Amazon’s ereader lineup

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Well, it finally happened. After years of waiting and requests, Amazon debuted the $280 Kindle Colorsoft, its first ereader with a color display. The company’s ereaders have dominated this space since the original Kindle came out 17 years ago, but in this case, it feels like Amazon is playing catch-up. Color E Ink displays aren’t novel: we’ve tested and reviewed a number of color ereaders and E Ink tablets from Kobo, Boox and reMarkable in recent years. But Amazon is essentially trying to pull an Apple with the Colorsoft: with claims that color E Ink technology just wasn’t good enough…
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Microsoft issues warning for ongoing Russia-affiliated spear-phishing campaign
30 Oct

Microsoft issues warning for ongoing Russia-affiliated spear-phishing campaign

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Microsoft has issued a warning about an ongoing spear-phishing campaign by a threat actor called Midnight Blizzard, which US and UK authorities previously linked to Russia's intelligence agency. The company said it discovered that the bad actor has been sending out "highly targeted spear-phishing emails" since at least October 22 and that it believes the operation's goal is to collect intelligence. Based on its observations, the group has been sending emails to individuals linked to various sectors, but it's known for targeting both government and non-government organizations, IT service providers, academia and defense. In addition, while it mostly focuses on…
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X is trying to make Community Notes faster with ‘lightning notes’
30 Oct

X is trying to make Community Notes faster with ‘lightning notes’

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X is trying to speed up its crowdsourced fact-checking system, Community Notes. In an update, the company says it has “re-architected” the scoring system that powers the feature so that the user-generated notes can now appear less than 20 minutes after a post is published on its platform.Community Notes, introduced in 2022, relies on other X users to fact-check or add missing context to posts on the platform. Contributors are required their sources, and other users then rate the “helpfulness” of the note. Creators are also for posts that get “community noted” in an effort to discourage them from trying…
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FBI suspects China-linked hackers accessed officials’ call logs and SMS messages, report says
30 Oct

FBI suspects China-linked hackers accessed officials’ call logs and SMS messages, report says

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Late last week, the FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) they were investigating “the unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications infrastructure by actors affiliated with the People’s Republic of China.” At the same time, The New York Times that phones used by Donald Trump, JD Vance and Kamala Harris’ campaign staff were among the targets, though it was unclear what data the group may have been able to access.Now, The New York Times has about the extent of the hack, which is reportedly linked to a Chinese group known as “Salt Typhoon.” According to The Times, aides to President…
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North American Polestar owners can now use the Tesla Supercharger network
29 Oct

North American Polestar owners can now use the Tesla Supercharger network

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Polestar EV owners will soon have a lot more charging options. The company said on Tuesday its lineup now has access to the Tesla Supercharger network in the US and Canada. Future Polestar vehicles will adopt the NACS inlet as standard, and current owners can buy an adapter beginning today at their local Polestar Service Point.A Polestar spokesperson told Engadget that the adapter has an MSRP of $230, so this isn’t a free upgrade. However, that accessory will add 17,800 charging stations across North America, so owners may find that’s a relatively small price to pay for extra peace of…
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Apple introduces the M4 Pro chip, which finally brings Thunderbolt 5 support
29 Oct

Apple introduces the M4 Pro chip, which finally brings Thunderbolt 5 support

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Apple has been on a tear this week. The company announced both and a refresh to the Mac Mini desktop computer. Buried in the , however, is the news that they can be outfitted with the brand-new M4 Pro chip. That’s right. As expected, the M4 Pro has entered the chat.The big news? The Apple Silicon M4 Pro chip finally brings Thunderbolt 5 support for Macs. Thunderbolt 5 , with a baseline speed of 80 Gbps and support for 120 Gbps. The cables also offer support for dual 6K screens. This is a boon for Mac Mini users in video…
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Vizio just announced a soundbar that doubles as a karaoke machine
29 Oct

Vizio just announced a soundbar that doubles as a karaoke machine

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It’s easy to give into cynicism writing about tech. There are so many and iterative improvements. Companies like it’s a magic elixir sent down from the Gods. The layoffs . Sometimes, though, you find something simple, useful and fun that forces optimism. That’s where I’m at with the Vizio MicMe. It’s a soundbar that doubles as a karaoke machine. That’s a neat idea, right?The MicMe is being advertised as a “two-in-one soundbar system” that totally eliminates the need for a clunky standalone karaoke speaker. It’s a legitimate 2.1 soundbar, complete with a subwoofer. It’ll get the job done with regard…
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From’s Smart Swim 2 goggles will be available to buy at select Apple Stores soon
29 Oct

From’s Smart Swim 2 goggles will be available to buy at select Apple Stores soon

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The next time you visit your local Apple Store, you might see Form’s Smart Swim 2 goggles in the accessory section. Starting November 5, Apple will begin stocking the $249 wearable at 20 of its retail locations across the US and Canada. That same day, the goggles will also go on sale on the company’s website, with availability there extending to the UK. In addition to home delivery, select Apple Store locations will offer in-store pickup."With Apple's knowledgeable staff, we know the experience presenting our goggles will be exceptional. As a must-have fitness tech product, we're excited to showcase Form…
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The best budget laptops for 2024
29 Oct

The best budget laptops for 2024

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Finding the perfect laptop without breaking the bank isn’t as hard as you might think. These days, the best cheap laptops still pack a lot of punch, offering great features without a premium price tag. Whether you need a laptop for work, school, streaming or just staying connected, there are plenty of affordable options that can handle your everyday needs. You don’t have to settle for outdated tech, either — many budget laptops now come with decent processors, long battery life and even sleek designs that won’t cramp your style.Of course, not all budget laptops are created equal. That’s why…
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