The spam came from inside the house: How a smart TV can choke a Windows PC
The curious case of a living room screen making Windows' Settings app disappear. Enlarge / I have hundreds of UUIDs and I must scream. (credit: Getty Images) The modern "smart" TV asks a lot of us. In exchange for connec.....»»
iOS 18 HomeKit features: guest user access, hands-free door unlock, robot vacuum support
While we still waiting for new smart home hardware products from Apple, iOS 18 does bring some new advancements to the Apple smart home software experience, with upgrades to HomeKit and the Home app. The hero new feature this year is the addition.....»»
TECNO showcases its innovative PC and smart AI+AR ecosystem Computex Taipei 2024
At Computex 2024, TECNO has unveiled a bunch of new and exciting products that you should definitely check out! The post TECNO showcases its innovative PC and smart AI+AR ecosystem Computex Taipei 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. CES is a.....»»
Tiled window management comes to macOS Sequoia, but it"s hidden
Apple has introduced yet another way to help manage overlapping windows on the Mac, but you have to know where it is on macOS Sequoia — and it doesn't seem to be complete.Example of tiling windows into four corners (Source: Apple)It was Steve Jobs.....»»
This new smart ring has your own AI health coach inside
The ExerRing is the latest smart ring to hit Kickstarter, and it has an AI-powered health coach inside to help you meet your goals. Here are all the details......»»
Philips launches its first smart lock with Wi-Fi that can be controlled from anywhere
The Philips Smart Deadbolt with Built-In Wi-Fi fits over most existing hardware, is surprisingly affordable, and can be controlled remotely via a mobile app......»»
"Smart" chemistry allows recycling of networked rubbery materials
Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists ingeniously created a sustainable, soft material by combining rubber with woody reinforcements and incorporating "smart" linkages between the components that unlock on demand. The smart linkages allow heat to.....»»
watchOS 11 introduces improved health tracking & Smart Stack widgets
Apple unveiled watchOS 11 at its developer conference, bringing advanced AI features, improved health and fitness tracking, and a new app.New features coming to watchOS 11New features in watchOS 11 aim to transform the way users work out and track th.....»»
Microsoft pulls release preview build of Windows 11 24H2 after Recall controversy
Release Preview version of 24H2 was the only one where Recall could be enabled. Enlarge / The Recall feature provides a timeline of screenshots and a searchable database of text, thoroughly tracking everything about a person's PC.....»»
Impel CEO: WhatsApp is important digital marketing tool
Intel's CEO believes messaging platforms such as WhatsApp are far more effective in reaching customers than email, which is weighed down with spam and junk maail......»»
PHP code could be easily exploited to let hackers target Windows servers
Users are advised to apply the patch immediately or risk having malicious code run remotely......»»
CarMax, Carvana to boost visibility of tax credit-eligible EVs on their websites
CarMax Inc. and Carvana Co. committed to integrating federal EV tax credit information at points in their online shopping processes, the White House said......»»
What is the Antimalware Service Executable, and should you disable it?
The Antimalware Service Executable is an important component in your Windows security. Here's why you should keep it running if you can......»»
I love the MacBook Pro, but this Windows laptop came surprisingly close
The MacBook Pro 16 sits atop the 16-inch laptop world thanks to great performance and superior battery life. The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 costs less. Which wins?.....»»
This RTX 4070 Windows laptop majorly undercuts the MacBook Pro
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 is one of the best 14-inch laptops you can buy today. The Acer Swift X 14 hopes to challenge it with fast performance and a low price......»»
HomeKit Weekly: Abode Lock and Keypad highlights the benefits of platform integration
I’ve been using as my security system for over four years at this point. Even when I built a new house in 2022, I decided to choose Abode once again despite being able to pick from anything. It strikes a really nice balance between ease of use, st.....»»
Get the OnePlus Watch 2 for a Lower Price Today!
OnePlus' flagship wearable is cheaper at the moment. The post Get the OnePlus Watch 2 for a Lower Price Today! appeared first on Phandroid. OnePlus’ comeback into the smart wearable arena was a triumphant one to say the least –.....»»
Windows Recall will be opt-in and the data more secure, Microsoft says
The insistent public complaints and proof-of-concept tools have have borne fruit: Microsoft has realized that the security of its recently previewed Windows Recall feature leaves much to be desired, and has announced important changes. About Windows.....»»
Microsoft is reworking Recall after researchers point out its security problems
Windows Hello authentication, additional encryption being added to protect data. Enlarge / Microsoft's Recall feature is switching to be opt-in by default, and is adding new encryption protections in an effort to safeguard user d.....»»
Nasty bug with very simple exploit hits PHP just in time for the weekend
With PoC code available and active Internet scans, speed is of the essence. Enlarge A critical vulnerability in the PHP programming language can be trivially exploited to execute malicious code on Windows devices, secur.....»»
2025 U.S. House FTC budget bill would prohibit agency spending on dealership CARS Rule
Lawmakers and the National Automobile Dealers Association have once again looked to the federal budget to block the FTC CARS Rule targeting car dealer advertising and finance and insurance practices......»»