It’s not “Windows 12”: Microsoft keeps Windows 11 branding despite major changes
24H2 update comes with new compiler, kernel, and scheduler, among other changes. Enlarge / The new Arm-powered Surface Laptop. These Copilot+ PCs are all pictured with a refreshed version of Windows 11's "Bloom" wallpaper. (credi.....»»
Prehistoric rock in Japan reveals clues to major ocean anoxic event
By studying prehistoric rocks and fossils emerging from the side of Mount Ashibetsu in Japan, researchers have precisely refined the timing and duration of Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a), an extreme environmental disruption that choked oxygen from Ea.....»»
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket just got its first major update
Thanks to the first expansion of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, you can now add powerhouse cards like Celebi and Mew to your deck......»»
Image: Artemis II core stage moves to High Bay 2
In this image from Dec. 11, 2024, the 212-foot-tall SLS (Space Launch System) core stage is lowered into High Bay 2 at the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. With the move to High Bay 2, NASA and Boeing technicians n.....»»
If you didn’t become a VR gamer in 2024, you probably never will
The last 12 months proved that cheaper headsets and better games still might not be enough to launch VR into the mainstream......»»
Kali Linux 2024.4 released! 14 new shiny tools added
Kali Linux 2024.4 includes a broad set of updates and changes. The summary of the changelog since the 2024.3 release from September: Python 3.12 – New default Python version (Au revoir pip, hello pipx). The end of the i386 kernel and images .....»»
Windows 11 to finally address this webcam deficiency
A new Windows Insider build now allows multiple apps to use your camera feed at the same time......»»
Study highlights negative impact of COVID-19 pandemic on special education students in Michigan
The COVID-19 pandemic adversely impacted K-12 education and its effects have been well documented. However, there has been less focus on how the pandemic affected the special education system; specifically, that system in Michigan......»»
The Nakamichi Dragon, a luxury soundbar, has an $800 discount today
When it comes to powerful and detailed surround sound systems, it’s hard to beat the Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 system. Get it for $800 off this holiday season......»»
Stellar Blade will major holiday-themed update tomorrow
Stellar Blade is getting a free, holiday-themed update that brings all the festivities of the season into the world of Xion......»»
AirPods Max, “the most fun headphones ever,” just got a major discount
Great sound quality, noise-cancelling, and battery life are just a few of the AirPods Max’s accolades. They also have a $150 discount at Best Buy today......»»
visionOS 2.3 beta 1 now available, plus tvOS 18.3 and watchOS 11.3
It’s new beta time. Apple has released beta 1 for visionOS 2.3, tvOS 18.3, watchOS 11.3, and more, exclusively for developers. Here’s what to expect. more….....»»
Apple restarts the developer beta process with iOS 18.3, macOS 15.3
Fresh from its latest operating system releases, Apple has moved on to a new generation of developer betas, providing the first builds of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, macOS 15.3, tvOS 18.3, watchOS 11.3, and visionOS 2.3.Examples of Apple Intelligence at w.....»»
iOS 18.2’s new Find My feature now supported by these major airlines
Last week, iOS 18.2 introduced a handy new Find My upgrade for sharing your lost item’s location with others—including airlines. Now, Apple has announced which major airlines already support the feature. more….....»»
RCS encryption is still months away following major US telecomms breach
After the FBI warned of a major security breach, the world’s leading mobile networks industry organization is spearheading efforts to bring encryption to RCS – but it’s going to take a while to get there......»»
Week in review: Microsoft fixes exploited 0-day, top cybersecurity books for your holiday gift list
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Microsoft fixes exploited zero-day (CVE-2024-49138) On December 2024 Patch Tuesday, Microsoft resolved 71 vulnerabilities in a variety of its produc.....»»
AirTag 2 to be far more useful, thanks to major improvement in one key area
According to AirTag from up to 3x the distance as the current model. more….....»»
New Magic Mouse said to fix everything that"s been wrong with it for 15 years
Apple may be working on a replacement to its venerable Magic Mouse for 2026, and the new design is said to finally kill off a major sticking point for some users.Since 2015, you've charged the Magic Mouse through a port on its baseFor most of 2023 an.....»»
Qualcomm Snapdragon X vs. Intel Core Ultra Series 2: the better laptop chip?
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X and Intel's Core Ultra Series 2 are intended to make Windows laptops more competitive with Apple MacBooks. Which is more successful?.....»»
How to catch the Geminids, one of the strongest meteor showers of the year
The Geminids—among the few major meteor showers to come from asteroids—peak on Friday. It's one of the year's last chances to see fireballs in the sky......»»
Airborne observations identify major source of US landfill methane emissions
A team has found via testing from airplanes that landfill work faces tend to be responsible for the biggest share of methane emissions in U.S. landfills. Their findings are published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology. The researcher.....»»