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Microsoft could effectively kill DLSS at the Windows level

The new Auto SR feature available in Microsoft's Copilot+ PCs puts upscaling in your operating system, and it could have a big impact......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsMay 21st, 2024

Microsoft considers surprising change to prevent future outages

Microsoft wants to follow in Apple's footsteps to prevent the CrowdStrike outage from happening again, but it's easier said than done......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News5 hr. 10 min. ago

Windows might need to become more like Macs to prevent future outages

Microsoft wants to follow in Apple's footsteps to prevent the CrowdStrike outage from happening again, but it's easier said than done......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News6 hr. 10 min. ago

97% of CrowdStrike systems are back online; Microsoft suggests Windows changes

Kernel access gives security software a lot of power, but not without problems. Enlarge / A bad update to CrowdStrike's Falcon security software crashed millions of Windows PCs last week. (credit: CrowdStrike) CrowdStrik.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated News8 hr. 42 min. ago

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x vs. Apple MacBook Air M3

The Apple MacBook Air M3 has reigned supreme as the most efficient 13-inch laptop. Can the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x leverage Qualcomm and Windows on Arm for a win?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated News9 hr. 10 min. ago

Microsoft starts campaign to make Windows security more like Mac post-CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike has nearly run its full course of damage, and Microsoft is looking ahead to prevent the next such catastrophe. Step one in the company’s playbook? Follow Apple’s lead and make Windows security more Mac-like by limiting kernel access......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated News9 hr. 42 min. ago

Ahead of Apple Intelligence launch, Apple agrees to AI safety guidelines established by Biden administration

Apple has joined other tech giants like OpenAI, Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft in agreeing to a set of voluntary AI safety rules established by the Biden administration (via Bloomberg). The safeguards are a first step in the US government hav.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated News14 hr. 42 min. ago

OWC extends its popular $99 Thunderbolt Dock sale through July 28

OWC's Thunderbolt dock, which is on sale for $99, features 14 ports to connect peripherals to your Mac or Windows machine.Get the OWC Thunderbolt Dock for just $99.99.OWC's popular Thunderbolt Dock sale has been extended through July 28, allowing sho.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

Microsoft has a better take on AI search than Google

Bing has previewed its version of an AI-powered search engine -- and it looks pretty promising......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

This 512GB Xbox Series S/X storage expansion is on sale this week

Add more storage to Microsoft's consoles with the 512GB Seagate Storage Expansion Card for the Xbox Series X and S. From $110, it's $90 from B&H Photo Video......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

Microsoft Copilot: how to use this powerful AI assistant

Dive in to unlock the full potential of Microsoft's Copilot and transform the way you work......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

What is Microsoft 365? Here’s the cloud software suite, explained

Here are the main things you need to know about the Microsoft 365 productivity suite......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 26th, 2024

Reddit blocking all search engines except Google, as it implements AI paywall

Reddit is now blocking all search engines except Google from indexing its site as it effectively implements a paywall for AI training. Back in February, it was revealed that Google was paying Reddit more than $60M a year to get access to user pos.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

4 takeaways from Tesla"s Q2 earnings as profit plunges

Automotive gross margin, a key indicator of profitability, fell to just under 15 percent in the second quarter, its lowest level in five years. Tesla's operating margin fell to 6.3 percent from 9.6 percent a year earlier......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Learning from CrowdStrike’s quality assurance failures

CrowdStrike has released a preliminary Post Incident Review (PIR) of how the flawed Falcon Sensor update made its way to millions of Windows systems and pushed them into a “Blue Screen of Death” loop. The PIR is a bit confusing to read and parse,.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Microsoft is bringing generative search to Bing

It looks like Microsoft is powering up its Bing search by introducing generative AI capabilities that will challenge Google head on. The post Microsoft is bringing generative search to Bing appeared first on Phandroid. For the longest time.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Threads app now lets users create dedicated feeds based on search results

Threads introduced real-time search results earlier this year, allowing users to find posts in the order in which they were posted. Now the platform is taking this experience to the next level by letting users create dedicated feeds based on search r.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsJul 25th, 2024

Apple Maps launches on the web in new public beta

Apple is bringing Apple Maps to the web for the first time. In a press release today, the company announced that you can now access Apple Maps on the web using Safari and Chrome on Mac and iPad, as well as Chrome and Edge on Windows PCs. more….....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsJul 24th, 2024

Look out MapQuest, Apple Maps debuts on the web in beta

It's taken 12 years, but Apple Maps is finally available on the web for those still looking to print directions on paper or search for business information on a Windows computer.Apple Maps on the webApple Maps actually first made its way to the web w.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJul 24th, 2024

CrowdStrike blames testing bugs for security update that took down 8.5M Windows PCs

Company says it's improving testing processes to avoid a repeat. Enlarge / CrowdStrike's Falcon security software brought down as many as 8.5 million Windows PCs over the weekend. (credit: CrowdStrike) Security firm Cro.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJul 24th, 2024

iPhone 17 again said to kill off plus size in favor of iPhone slim

More details have emerged about Apple's iPhone model that will replace the iPhone 17 Plus, spelling out expected screen size, resolution, and more.iOS on an iPhone 14 Pro MaxMing-Chi Kuo is having a busy Wednesday. Just hours after discussing the iPh.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJul 24th, 2024