New BIOS updates try to keep Ryzen 7000X3D processors from frying themselves [Updated]
Motherboard-maker MSI says damage may be "caused by abnormal voltage issues." Enlarge / One user's broken 7800X3D processor; the bulging spot on the bottom of the CPU also bent the pins in the motherboard socket. (credit: Speedro.....»»
Smart gadgets’ failure to commit to software support could be illegal, FTC warns
"When we don’t own what we buy, everything becomes disposable..." Makers of smart devices that fail to disclose how long they will support their products with software updates m.....»»
Is there enough land on Earth to fight climate change and feed the world?
Capping global warming at 1.5°C is a tall order. Achieving that goal will not only require a massive reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from human activities, but also a substantial reallocation of land to support that effort and sustain the bios.....»»
FTC expresses concern about software updates for smart devices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expressed concern over lack of manufacturer commitment to software updates for smart devices, citing the risk that security flaws won’t be fixed, or that products will cease to function altogether. This ech.....»»
Apple chipmaker TSMC struggles to please both U.S. and Chinese officials
Apple chipmaker TSMC is finding it harder to maintain neutrality as tensions between China and the U.S. continue to grow.A TSMC factory sign - Image credit: TSMCTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) manufactures the processors in Apple's iPhon.....»»
Apple Frames shortcut updated with support for latest iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch
Federico Viticci at MacStories has unveiled a new version of his Apple Frames shortcut. As we highlighted last week, Federico battled some frustrating technical challenges in getting this up and running… more….....»»
You could buy a gaming laptop for the price of this AMD handheld
The OneXFly F1 Pro is the first gaming handheld to feature AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, but it's also very expensive......»»
Apple’s streak of delays might continue with iOS 19 next year
Apple stamped its entry into the AI era this year with the release of Apple Intelligence. But 2024 also marked the year when Apple’s staggered release plan for feature updates was also slower than usual. 2025 might not be much different. According.....»»
AirPods Max headphones unlikely to get any further upgrades
Apple updated its AirPods Max with USB-C and new color options in September 2024, but is reportedly not planning any further changes to the headphones.The latest color options for the AirPods Max. Image credit: AppleIn the recent updates to the produ.....»»
Fallout 76’s next update could revolutionize the endgame experience
Fallout 76 has teased its next few updates, and they're packed with endgame content and even the ability to turn into ghouls......»»
How to use the new iOS 18 iPhone Control Center
The iPhone Control Center is a feature that hadn't changed all that much in recent years, but iOS 18 brings with it some big improvements. Here's how to get the most out of it.iOS 18 updated Control Center with new customization options.Control Cente.....»»
The Siri upgrade you’re waiting for might not be ready until 2026
Siri got some updates in iOS 18, but nothing that really took it over the edge. We may have to wait until 2026 for that to finally happen......»»
At basically $105, the Ryzen 5 7600X is the best gaming CPU to buy right now
Most processors deals this year are just OK, but the Ryzen 5 7600X has the most insane Black Friday sale I've seen so far......»»
macOS 15.2 and iPadOS 18.2 public beta 3 released, here’s what to expect
Apple has released public beta 3 for macOS Sequoia 15.2 and iPadOS 18.2, bringing refinements and bug fixes to Apple’s forthcoming software updates. Here’s what to expect. more….....»»
Reddit is down – live updates on the huge outage
Reddit is not loading – everybody panic!.....»»
60 Mac Tips for new setups (macOS Sequoia edition) [Video]
If you just picked up or plan on performing a fresh install of macOS, you’ll need to change and configure many settings to meet your needs. In this updated Mac getting started guide, I walk through 60 different tips and tricks to help optimize you.....»»
Uber app for iOS gets a new Home Screen widget for quickly requesting a ride
Uber on Wednesday announced some updates coming to its app this holiday season. In addition to a new category called UberXXL, the company also revealed a new Home Screen widget for and iPad users. more….....»»
Microsoft pushes full-screen ads for Copilot+ PCs on Windows 10 users
Microsoft has frequently used this kind of reminder to encourage upgrades. Windows 10's free, guaranteed security updates stop in October 2025, less than a year from now. Windows.....»»
Oracle Linux 9 Update 5 brings security updates, OpenJDK 17, .NET 9.0
Oracle Linux offers a secure, streamlined platform for deploying and managing applications across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments. Designed for demanding workloads, it includes tools for automation, virtualization, high availability, cloud-.....»»
Apple fixes 2 zero-days exploited to breach macOS systems (CVE-2024-44309, CVE-2024-44308)
Apple has released emergency security updates for macOS Sequoia that fix two zero-day vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-44309, CVE-2024-44308) that “may have been actively exploited on Intel-based Mac systems”. About CVE-2024-44309 and CVE-2024-4.....»»
60 Mac Tips for new setups (maOS Sequoia edition) [Video]
If you just picked up or plan on performing a fresh install of macOS, you’ll need to change and configure many settings to meet your needs. In this updated Mac getting started guide, I walk through 60 different tips and tricks to help optimize you.....»»