Unix legend, who owes us nothing, keeps fixing foundational AWK code
Co-creator of core Unix utility, now 80, just needs to run a few more tests. Enlarge / Brian Kernighan speaking at a tribute to his Bell Labs coworker and The C Programming Language co-author Dennis Ritchie in 2012. Ritchie's visage in.....»»
Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott thinks LLM “scaling laws” will hold despite criticism
Will LLMs keep improving if we throw more compute at them? OpenAI dealmaker thinks so. Enlarge / Kevin Scott, CTO and EVP of AI at Microsoft speaks onstage during Vox Media's 2023 Code Conference at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Nigue.....»»
It looks like you’ll still be able to play as Link in Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Thanks to an ESRB rating, we now know that we'll likely be able to play as Link in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom......»»
Criminalizing coercive control may seem like a good idea, but could it further victimize women?
As of June 2024, Bill C-332 is at its second reading in Canada's Senate, following its third reading in the House of Commons. Introduced by NDP MP Laurel Collins, Bill C-332 is an amendment to the Criminal Code that would criminalize coercive control.....»»
How to redeem codes on Steam
Steam is the ultimate PC marketplace for gamers, but there are still times when you will need to redeem a code. If you've never done it before, here's how......»»
1Password adds the ability to share Wi-Fi password using a QR Code
The popular password manager 1Password has just received another update with a very useful new feature. Users can now generate a QR Code to share Wi-Fi passwords with others, making it easy for guests to connect to a network without having to spell o.....»»
Philips Hue bulbs randomly switching to 100% brightness [U: Not Matter’s fault]
A number of people have reported their Philips Hue bulbs suddenly switching to 100% brightness, seemingly randomly. Update: While the problem was reported to relate to Matter compatibility, it’s now been confirmed that the issue is with Hue code.....»»
Report: The GoPro Max 2 might fix the current model"s biggest problem
GoPro is fixing the GoPro Max's overheating by introducing cooling fins to the future action camera......»»
Threat actors exploited Windows 0-day for more than a year before Microsoft fixed it
The goal of the exploits was to open Explorer and trick targets into running malicious code. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Threat actors carried out zero-day attacks that targeted Windows users with malware for more tha.....»»
Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is $11 off in Early Prime Day deals
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is 16% off as part of a pre-Prime Day sale offered exclusively by Amazon......»»
HomePod with display corroborated by references to a new Apple ‘HomeAccessory’
It’s been a while since rumors and evidence have pointed to a new HomePod with a display that would allow users to interact with the product through a graphical interface. To add fuel to the fire, code references have revealed a new Apple product i.....»»
Four upcoming new iPads potentially revealed by device identifiers
Device identifiers found in backend code could potentially identify four upcoming new iPads, ranging from an 11th-gen iPad with an A16 chip through to a 13-inch iPad Pro with an M5 chip. It should be noted that actually identities and specs of the.....»»
Apple TV+ teases Severance season 2 news with morse code video
One of the most highly anticipated Apple TV+ debuts of the year is Severance season 2. Apple provided a first look at the new season during WWDC, but now according to a new morse code video, a release date announcement is right around the corner......»»
This MacBook Air with 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD is on sale for $1,249, the lowest price ever
Enjoy a $250 discount off Apple's M2 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage thanks to an instant rebate stacked with an AppleInsider exclusive promo code. Plus, save another $40 on AppleCare.Pick up this upgraded MacBook Air for just $1,249.T.....»»
Tiny TnpB: The next-generation genome editing tool for plants unveiled
Genome editing stands as one of the most transformative scientific breakthroughs of our time. It allows us to dive into the very code of life and make precise modifications. Imagine being able to rewrite the genetic instructions that determine almost.....»»
Team pioneers a "one-pot platform" to promptly produce mRNA delivery particles
Imagine a scenario where a skilled hacker must upload critical software to update a central server and thwart a potentially lethal virus from wreaking havoc across a vast computer network. The programmer, armed with the lifesaving code, must navigate.....»»
Report: Samsung may roll out a third camera fix for Galaxy S24 Ultra
A notable insider claims Samsung is fixing HDR and improving white balance again, but there's still more to be done.....»»
New 24-inch iMac M3 deals deliver prices as low as $1,149 on upgraded models
Early Prime Day iMac deals continue to pour in and today we're following aggressive discounts on M3 models with upgrades.Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama is hosting the exclusive discounts, which can be activated with promo code APINSIDER (step-by-s.....»»
Apple"s blue M1 iMac 24-inch is on sale for $999
Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama is clearing out remaining M1 iMac inventory and that equates to big deals for AppleInsider readers.Pick up a blue M1 iMac for just $999.Using promo code APINSIDER at Adorama, readers can pick up Apple's M1 iMac 24-in.....»»
A bunch of new iPads just leaked, including two that are coming soon
Four new iPads have been noted in newly discovered code. These new tablets will hopefully be released before the end of the year. Which models are these?.....»»
Apple"s M3 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD plunges to $1,699
The lowest price on record is in effect on Apple's upgraded M3 14-inch MacBook Pro with a bump up to 16GB RAM and 1TB of storage. Plus, save $50 on three years of AppleCare with a special promo code.To snap up the $1,699 price on Apple's upgraded 14-.....»»