Quick Tip: Replacing non-UTF-8 Characters
Vertica database servers expect to receive all data in UTF-8 and Vertica outputs all data in UTF-8. However, you can load or insert data into Vertica that is non UTF-8, but you’ll want to clean it up. I used to recommend the REGEXP_REPLACE func.....»»
Dead coral skeletons hinder reef regeneration by sheltering seaweed
The structural complexity of coral reefs creates a vibrant underwater city populated by a diverse assortment of characters. Ironically, this same complexity can impede coral recovery after disturbances......»»
‘Click to Cancel’ subscription law goes live in California
A new bill in California, dubbed “Click to Cancel,” has been signed into law. It requires companies to make it as quick and easy to cancel subscriptions as it was to subscribe in the first place. Thanks to FTC interest, with Adobe being specif.....»»
Google now sells a USB-C to HDMI cable for your Pixel phone
If you need a quick and straightforward way to connect your Pixel phone to a display, Google is selling a USB-C to HDMI cable. The post Google now sells a USB-C to HDMI cable for your Pixel phone appeared first on Phandroid. There are seve.....»»
Researcher develops low-sugar ice cream with smooth texture
Wageningen researcher Qi Wang has developed a new variant of low-sugar ice cream that mimics the texture and melting properties of traditional ice cream. By replacing half of the sugar with broken-down proteins or the sweetener xylitol, she succeeded.....»»
How to install an SSD in your PC
Installing an SSD in your PC is quick and straightforward, and can give your PC a big performance boost. Here's how to do it......»»
Educators and parents reveal culture of fear, censorship, and loss of learning opportunities in wake of FL policies
How can a teacher discuss Jim Crow laws without breaking state law? Should a librarian stop ordering books with LGBTQ+ characters? A new white paper by UC San Diego and NYU researchers reveals the experiences of K-12 educators and parents in Florida.....»»
EmuDeck is slowly taking over my PC gaming setup
EmuDeck is a quick way to set up emulators on your Steam Deck, but it's slowly grown to be an essential app on my main gaming PC......»»
iPhone Mirroring still connecting to your old iPhone? Here’s how you can fix it
If you bought a new iPhone this week, you might’ve noticed that iPhone Mirroring still defaults to your old iPhone (presuming you haven’t yet reset it). However, there’s a quick toggle in macOS settings that allows you to fix it. more….....»»
One of the most popular crime movies on Netflix deserves another look
For as much heat as they take, there’s often nothing quite like watching a great . Gangsters are among the most compelling characters in America in part because they seem to be so distinctly American. If you’re looking for a great gangste.....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: VW drops in-house loans; UAW pressures Stellantis
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
How to password protect a Word document
You can password protect any Word document in just a few steps. Here's how to do it quick and easily......»»
How to customize and use the all-new Control Center in iOS 18
iOS 18 brings a major update to Control Center that expands both capabilities and customization. The quick access controls go from a single page to multiple ones that you can smoothly slide through, third-party integration, and more. Here’s how to.....»»
That was quick, some Android handset makers will be copying this new iPhone 16 feature!
It seems that the idea of the Camera Control button on the iPhone 16 has caught the attention of several Android handset makers. The post That was quick, some Android handset makers will be copying this new iPhone 16 feature! appeared first on Phandr.....»»
CyberGhost review: a fast streaming VPN with some inconsistencies
I reviewed CyberGhost, a popular streaming VPN, to find out how quick it really is and whether it's worth subscribing......»»
Apple Pay now integrates with Affirm on iOS 18 following ‘Apple Pay Later’ discontinuation
Remember Apple Pay Later? The buy-now-pay-later service from Apple barely launched before the company decided to nerf it. Replacing Apple’s BNPL option is integration with more widely available options. As of today, the popular BNPL service from Af.....»»
Best Buy is having a huge iPad sale this weekend
Best Buy has reduced the price of many iPad Pro models for this weekend only. Here are our highlights but you'll need to be quick......»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Stellantis dealers point finger at CEO; GM-Hyundai collaboration
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest......»»
Looks like Google’s Planning a Major Overhaul to Android’s Quick Settings Layout
Change for the sake of change? The post Looks like Google’s Planning a Major Overhaul to Android’s Quick Settings Layout appeared first on Phandroid. Since its inception, one of Android’s biggest strengths was its flexibi.....»»
NASA wants Starliner to make a quick getaway from the space station
Starliner is set to land at White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico shortly after midnight. Enlarge / Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is set to undock from the International Space Station on Friday evening. (credit: NASA) B.....»»
Android 16 could give your phone a big redesign
There could be a big change coming with Android 16 when Google releases it. It has to do with the look of Android's Notifications and Quick Settings panels......»»