NCNR contracts become headaches for notebook ODMs
Notebook ODMs were encouraged to sign three-year non-cancelable and non-returnable (NCNR) contracts with their IC suppliers in 2021, but such supply deals have become a headache for ODMs amid weak end-market demand, according to industry sources......»»
You can pay more to play this fall’s biggest games early, but there’s a big catch
More games are letting buyers who preorder pricey premium editions play a few days early, but the growing trend comes with some headaches......»»
Biden says no one wants UAW strike, but profits should be shared with workers
"I understand the workers' frustration," he said. "Record corporate profits ... should be shared by record contracts for the UAW.".....»»
Sentra enhances data classification engine with LLMs to tackle data complexity and AI security
Sentra has unveiled that large language models (LLMs) are now included in its data classification engine, enabling enterprises to accurately identify and understand sensitive unstructured data such as employee contracts, source code and user generate.....»»
7 Best Dot Grid Notebooks For Bullet Journaling of 2023
Getting a good dot grid notebook can be a hassle sometimes. Especially, if you are serious about what you are taking notes of and want to get back at it frequently. In that case, a dot grid notebook is the best you can go for. It gives you the aid wh.....»»
T-Mobile is making it easier and faster for customers to upgrade their phones
T-Mobile has announced a new program that will make upgrading your phones a lot easier and faster. The problem with mobile contracts is that generally speaking, they run for 2 years. This means that for those who feel the need to upgrade.....»»
This Google Chrome feature may save you from malware extensions
A new Google Chrome feature will alert you when installed extensions are removed from its store, saving you from infected extensions and virus headaches......»»
Peter Beck pushes toward a Neutron debut in 2024, but acknowledges challenges
"We don’t believe in signing janky, fake contracts." Enlarge / Hello, Hungry Hippo fairing on Neutron. (credit: Rocket Lab) Rocket Lab is having a pretty good year with a rising stock price and reaching a monthly launc.....»»
Beeper adds support for Google Messages RCS alongside iMessage, works on Android and iPhone
RCS is available to every Android user at this point, but that hasn’t ended the messaging headaches that come from iMessage and the lack of RCS on iPhone. But now, the third-party app Beeper can support both Google Messages RCS and Apple iMessage o.....»»
Built for working remotely, this HP laptop is almost $850 off today
The HP 255 G9 Notebook PC is a great laptop for professionals, and today it's seeing an extra low price of just $749......»»
What are “drainer smart contracts” and why is the FBI warning of them?
Scam sites often pose as outlets selling non-fungible tokens. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) The FBI is advising potential NFT buyers to be on the lookout for malicious websites that use “drainer smart contracts” to.....»»
Some alloys don"t change size when heated, and we now know why
Nearly every material, whether it is solid, liquid, or gas, expands when its temperature goes up and contracts when its temperature goes down. This property, called thermal expansion, makes a hot air balloon float, and the phenomenon has been harness.....»»
Remnant 2 PC: change these graphics settings immediately
Remnant 2 is causing headaches for PC players already. Here are the best settings to optimize your performance in the game......»»
Michigan Supreme Court opinion has "wide implications" for supplier contracts, supply chain
The Michigan Supreme Court issued a key opinion this week in a case about supply chain contracts that clarifies uncertainty over terms and conditions and likely gives sellers more leverage at the negotiation table. In MSSC Inc. v. AirBoss Flexible.....»»
Underwater mining of high seas inches closer, worrying environmentalists
Governments will soon likely be able to apply for deep sea mining contracts in international waters, a plunge into the unknown that is worrying conservationists as calls for a moratorium on such digging grow......»»
Best 15-inch MacBook Air sleeves: Sumptuous leather, wool, models from $15, and more
Apple’s latest notebook is now out in the wild, so it’s time to take a look at some of the best MacBook Air 15-inch sleeves. While this list will inevitably grow over time, there are already some gorgeous new 15-inch MacBook Air sleeves to prote.....»»
Weirdly, a NASA official says fixed-price contracts do the agency “no good”
"What really makes me worried is that I think it shows where the heart of the agency is." Six of the 18 reusable space shuttle engines NASA has in storage. Each will be used once by the SLS rocket, then discarded. (credit: NASA).....»»
15-inch MacBook Air vs 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro -- compared
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air fits into a size gap between the 14-inch MacBook Pro and 16-inch MacBook Pro, but while not as powerful, it's still a great value notebook. Here's how the specs compare.15-inch MacBook Air [left], 14-inch and 16-inch MacBo.....»»
Notebook ODMs may cut shipment prospects for 2H23
Notebook ODMs may see lower-than-expected shipment growth in the second half of this year compared to the first half, which may further lower annual shipment estimates, according to industry sources......»»
Liquid-to-air becomes common method for cooling data center servers
The use of liquid-to-air cooling designs in data center servers has increased and entered the mainstream, according to sources at server ODMs......»»
UAW gears up for fight over battery worker pay
The dispute could be lengthy and complex, since the 18,000 or so workers that General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co. and Stellantis NV plan to hire in the U.S. will work for a patchwork of joint ventures not covered by existing labor contracts......»»