What We Know About Omicron"s BA.2 Variant So Far
Does the new strain sweeping the globe mean COVID will become ever more contagious? -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
In a twist, Fiat could add gasoline engine option to 500e
The current ICE Fiat 500 will not be homologated for Europe after July, and the EV version's sales are slowing. A new gasoline variant could solve several problems for Fiat......»»
Leaker casts doubt on 12.9-inch iPad Air 6 rumors as launch looms
The sixth-generation iPad Air may not be as much of an upgrade as expected, as a leaker claims there are few design changes and that a larger variant may not see a release.iPad Air 5Rumors over recent months have claimed a number of changes will be h.....»»
The 2025 Porsche Panamera perfectly balances luxury ride and great handling
There's clever new air suspension and a much bigger battery for the PHEV variant. Enlarge / BIgger air intakes, steeper headlights, and more pronounced fenders are the visual hallmarks of the 3rd-generation Porsche Panamera. (cre.....»»
PS5 Slim vs. PS5: What are the differences?
The new PlayStation 5 slim model is here, but what makes it different from the original? "PS5 Slim vs. PS5" is a face-off gamers want to see as they scratch their heads over how Sony's skinnier new console differs from the original variant.For.....»»
OnePlus Launches a Special Edition Genshin Impact Variant of the 12R
The phone also comes bundled with exclusive merchandise. The post OnePlus Launches a Special Edition Genshin Impact Variant of the 12R appeared first on Phandroid. Special-edition smartphones aren’t anything new – in fact, we&#.....»»
Honda CR-V fuel cell will be sold in California only
The CR-V e:FCEV, the hydrogen-powered variant of Honda's popular compact crossover, will begin deliveries this year in California......»»
New Atomic Stealer malware variant harder to detect in macOS
The Atomic Stealer malware still relies on users installing fake software with a payload hidden in the .dmg file, but it is evolving to get harder to detect.Atomic Stealer infects macOS via illegitimate softwareAtomic Stealer hides in illegitimate so.....»»
HMD Launches a New Color Variant of the Nokia G22
It's looking rather peachy. The post HMD Launches a New Color Variant of the Nokia G22 appeared first on Phandroid. While it still hasn’t announced its rumored non-Nokia branded smartphones, HMD Global announced a new color option fo.....»»
What Apple"s jailbroken iPhone kits for security researchers looks like
Pictures have surfaced of one of Apple's Security Research Device kits, which at present consists of a specially-built variant of the iPhone 14 Pro.The iPhone 14 ProApple launched the iPhone Security Research Device Program in 2019. The program has r.....»»
FritzFrog botnet exploits Log4Shell, PwnKit vulnerabilities
The FritzFrog cryptomining botnet has new potential for growth: a recently analyzed variant of the bot is exploiting the Log4Shell (CVE-2021-44228) and PwnKit (CVE-2021-4034) vulnerabilities for lateral movement and privilege escalation. The FritzFro.....»»
Ford Explorer gets bigger screens but drops hybrid variant
The 2025 Ford Explorer, on sale this summer, includes a new front end with a larger grille, a bigger 13.2-inch touchscreen and updated center console. It starts at $41,220 including shipping......»»
The emergence of JN.1 is an evolutionary "step change" in the COVID pandemic: Why this is significant
Since it was detected in August 2023, the JN.1 variant of COVID has spread widely. It has become dominant in Australia and around the world, driving the biggest COVID wave seen in many jurisdictions for at least the past year......»»
Google Announces Pixel 8 “Mint” Variant; Updates Thermometer Function on the 8 Pro
Google launches the Pixel 8 series in a "cool" new color. The post Google Announces Pixel 8 “Mint” Variant; Updates Thermometer Function on the 8 Pro appeared first on Phandroid. Not too long ago, Google teased fans about a new.....»»
There’s a Huge Covid Surge Right Now and Nobody Is Talking About It
The US is in the midst of the largest Covid surge since Omicron, but with minimal testing and good population immunity, the wave is largely being ignored......»»
Windows SmartScreen bug exploited to deliver powerful info-stealer (CVE-2023-36025)
A vulnerability (CVE-2023-36025) that Microsoft fixed in November 2023 continues to be exploited by malware peddlers: this time around, the delivered threat is a variant of the Phemedrone Stealer. About the malware Phemedrone Stealer is a piece of ma.....»»
The best PS5 controller is finally getting an Xbox variant
An Xbox-compatible version of one of the best third-party controllers for PlayStation 5 comes out early next year......»»
Apple Vision Pro followup expected to be a more affordable, cut-down model
A rumored cheaper variant of the Apple Vision Pro could be considerably cheaper than the initial release, with Apple aiming to reduce the cost of components by half.Apple Vision Pro at Apple ParkThe Apple Vision Pro is a very specialized piece of har.....»»
Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster production begins
Ineos Automotive has just begun U.S. deliveries of the Grenadier SUV. The Quartermaster pickup variant will soon follow......»»
After driving the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, I finally get EV “engine” sounds
Fake gearshifts and powertrain noises enhance Hyundai’s electric hot hatch—mostly. Enlarge / The regular Hyundai Ioniq 5 is one of our favorite EVs. Now there's a hot hatch variant, and it's great. (credit: Hyundai).....»»
Researchers achieve zero-knowledge proof based on device-independent quantum random number beacon
Zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) is a cryptographic tool that allows for the verification of validity between mutually untrusted parties without disclosing additional information. Non-interactive zero-knowledge proof (NIZKP) is a variant of ZKP with the fe.....»»