California Bans "Dark Patterns" That Trick Users Into Giving Away Their Personal Data
The Verge writes: If you've ever struggled through a maze of online customer service to cancel a subscription or delete an account, you've likely encountered "dark patterns" — user interfaces that are designed to trick and frustrate users. The.....»»
Researchers use high-performance computing to analyze a quantum photonics experiment
For the first time ever, scientists at Paderborn University have used high-performance computing (HPC) at large scales to analyze a quantum photonics experiment. In specific terms, this involved the tomographic reconstruction of experimental data fro.....»»
Why you may want to avoid the latest Nvidia driver release
Users of Corsair iCUE or Bluestacks should consider skipping the latest Nvidia driver update......»»
Midjourney’s AI image editing reimagines your uploaded photos
Midjourney users finally have the ability to edit uploaded images directly, rather than use them as reference for newly generated pictures......»»
macOS Sequoia 15.1 RC version now available, launching next week [U]
Apple has released the macOS Sequoia 15.1 RC to both developers and public beta users. This marks the final expected beta before next week’s public launch. Here’s what to expect. Update 10/24/24: Apple has released a second RC version of macOS.....»»
OnePlus has a new ‘Share with iPhone’ tool that no one is going to use [Gallery]
OnePlus (and Oppo) have launched a new solution for sharing files with iPhone users wirelessly, all baked into the latest Android 15 update. But… uh… it’s probably not going to be all that popular. more….....»»
Apple Vision Pro gratitude
Apple Vision Pro is a surprisingly emotional computer. If Apple Watch is Apple’s most personal device, Apple Vision Pro is the company’s most intimate. My take on Apple Vision Pro after a month of regular use is that it’s the ultimate nostal.....»»
Stalking rates in Australia are still shockingly high—one simple strategy might help
New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals one in seven adult Australians have been stalked in their lifetime: one in five women and one in 15 men......»»
A much faster way to encode DNA with usable digital data
An international team of molecular biologists, computer scientists and physicists has found a way to encode useable digital data onto DNA strands 350 times faster than current approaches. In their study, published in the journal Nature, the group use.....»»
10 best movies starring only one actor, ranked
Movies with only one actor depict intense personal journeys that often examine isolation and survival in unique environments, from Cast Away to Moon......»»
F5 BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes reduces the complexity of AI deployments
F5 announced BIG-IP Next for Kubernetes, an AI application delivery and security solution that equips service providers and large enterprises with a centralized control point to accelerate, secure, and streamline data traffic that flows into and out.....»»
How to enable Safe Browsing in Google Chrome on Android
To safeguard your data, Google Chrome uses Safe Browsing to protect you from: harmful websites and extensions, malicious or intrusive advertisements, malware, phishing attacks, and social engineering threats. Safe Browsing scans and evaluates website.....»»
A simple password mistake led to 5.3 million leaked health records
Unprotected Mexican health care database left unprotected leads to 5.3 million users with their data stolen and exposed to identity theft and more......»»
Diddy Is Accused of Drugging Personal Trainer, Passing Him Around ‘Like a Party Favor’ to Stars
Diddy Is Accused of Drugging Personal Trainer, Passing Him Around ‘Like a Party Favor’ to Stars.....»»
Wombat Willow Pro keyboard review: Maximum keys, minimum space
The Wombat Willow Pro provides a full mechanical keyboard with a shorter width than usual and even has low-profile switches. It's an interesting choice if you're prepared to learn a very unusual layout.Wombat Willow ProPower users are often quite pic.....»»
iOS 18.2 lets everyone set new default apps for calling and texting
One of iOS 18’s best new features isn’t just for users in the EU after all. Spotted by 9to5Mac in the first iOS 18.2 developer … The post iOS 18.2 lets everyone set new default apps for calling and texting appeared first on BGR......»»
iPhone users in the EU can delete the App Store and more with iOS 18.2
As a result of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) antitrust legislation in the EU, Apple has had to change how iOS and the App Store work for users in European countries. And there are more changes coming with iOS 18.2. More specifically, iPhone and iPad.....»»
iOS 18.2 lets you set new default apps for messaging, calls, more via Settings hub
Apple’s first developer beta for iOS 18.2 is full of big and small features for iPhone users. The highlight is new Apple Intelligence features, but there’s also a nice change coming for users who like to change their default apps. more….....»»
You can send Genmoji from a non-AI iPhone, but you’ll need a friend on iOS 18.2
One of the most anticipated Apple Intelligence features, Genmoji, have arrived in the iOS 18.2 beta. And they come with some very good news for users without an AI-compatible iPhone. more….....»»
iOS 18.2 beta 1: Every new feature and change
The first iOS 18.2 developer beta has been released, and it includes a number of major changes for iPhone users. There are new Apple Intelligence features, upgrades to the Mail app, and more. Head below as we round up all of the changes and new featu.....»»
WhatsApp’s Upcoming Tweaks Change how Users can Manage Their Contacts
Neither Meta nor WhatsApp have specified a release timeline for the updates at the moment. The post WhatsApp’s Upcoming Tweaks Change how Users can Manage Their Contacts appeared first on Phandroid. WhatsApp recently announced that i.....»»