AMD delays Zen 5 launch for further testing after quality issues emerge

It is currently working with its channel partners to replace the initial production units with fresh units. AMD is committed to providing a high-quality experience to every Ryzen user. Its engineers are confident that the chips won’t be delayed further, according to spokesperson Stacy MacDiarmid. These are usually delivered two or three weeks before a launch. Intel had discovered a similar problem early in its investigation, but later denied it was the true cause....

July 25, 2024 · 1 min · 77 words · Catherine Jimenez

From surveillance to denial-of-service: How DHS' new Neo robot dog will change raids

The robot takes out IoT devices WTF? NEO, built using the Quadruped Unmanned Ground Vehicle (Q-UGV), can do more than just dance. Huffman said NEO allows officers to create a “denial-of-service” event. The kind of devices NEO was specifically built to take out are wireless home cameras. This sounds similar to the abilities thatdronesare now offering many police forces across the country. Robot dogs increasingly moving closer to the one from Black Mirror’sMetalheador thealien robotsfrom the War of the Worlds series....

July 25, 2024 · 1 min · 84 words · Kim Hudson

FTC targets Mastercard in major investigation into AI-based surveillance pricing

You could be paying more than your neighbor for the same product from the same vendor WTF? The FTC’s action comes in response to growing concerns about privacy and fairness in digital commerce. The FTC unanimously voted to open an investigation into so-called “surveillance pricing.” It alreadyorderedeight companies, including Mastercard, to provide detailed information about their surveillance pricing practices. Critics argue that this practice is invasive and creates an unfair marketplace where pricing is not transparent....

July 25, 2024 · 1 min · 142 words · Jody Mendoza

Philippines shutters its online gambling industry amid tax evasion, human trafficking concerns

He wasn’t exaggerating either. An ongoing Senate investigation has uncovered some very questionable activities. Investigators claim Guo’s real name is Guo Huaping, and she’s a Chinese national. I hereby instruct PAGCOR to wind down and cease the operations of POGOs by the end of the year. While only about 42 are currently officially licensed, it’s believed that over 400 are operating illegally. At their peak a few years ago, POGOs directlyemployedwell over 300,000 Chinese nationals in the Philippines alone....

July 25, 2024 · 1 min · 173 words · Michelle Martin

Switzerland is forcing government bodies to use open-source software

Switzerland has started requiring all its public organizations to use open-source software. The new law aims to promote widespread digital transformation within Switzerland’s federal administration in the e-government sector. The new law also requires that non-personal, non-sensitive data be released asOpen Government Datafor free inspection and reuse. The EMBAG law represents the culmination of a long effort by Swiss authorities to promote FOSS. Featured on TechSpot

July 25, 2024 · 1 min · 66 words · Kyle Perez

AMD claims Epyc Genoa is twice as fast as Nvidia's Grace Superchip, Team Green counters with own benchmarks

On average, the Grace CPU is 1.5-2.0x faster across multiple tests. Related Stories Featured on TechSpot

July 24, 2024 · 1 min · 16 words · Samantha Miller

AMD's new Frame Latency Meter tool is an easy way to analyze mouse input lag

Low input latency is crucial for fast-paced games where split-second reactions can mean the difference between winning and losing. The lower the latency between clicking your mouse and seeing that action play out on-screen, the better. Red Team’s newFLM toolpromises to make that process much smoother. The interface looks clean and straightforward, too. Users can export detailed latency and “effective framerate” stats to a CSV file for analysis. One of FLM’s coolest tricks is measuring latency without relying on temporary visual cues like muzzle flashes....

July 24, 2024 · 1 min · 185 words · Shannon White

How to get a second phone number on your mobile phone

This can be particularly challenging if your current phone doesn’t support dual SIM cards. Such a situation can be inconvenient and compromise both your privacy and comfort. By leveraging the internet,virtual phone numbersprovide extra flexibility and functionality that traditional phone lines cannot match. This lowers the chances of receiving spam and unwanted calls. This way, you retain access to the number and your online accounts without any disruption. Scalability:you might add additional numbers as needed....

July 24, 2024 · 3 min · 456 words · Claire Henderson

Stardew Valley developer vows to never charge money for updates or additional content

Barone expressed his perspective on how developers should treat gamers in a recent post on X/Twitter. “For as long as I live,” the developer stated. The latest1.6 updateadded new festivals, items, crafting recipes, dialogue, new farms, and more. Featured on TechSpot

July 24, 2024 · 1 min · 41 words · Matthew Love

GTA 6 publisher Take-Two expresses concern over review bombings

Is Take-Two worried that GTA 6 might be considered too “woke?” A hot potato:Review bombing has become a common practice these days. But does it have any effect, especially on established franchises? Take-Two’s latest 10-K annual stockholders' filing with the SEC includes an interesting section on review bombing. Take-Two is no stranger to its games being review bombed. It’s interesting that Take-Two has highlighted this issue ahead ofGTA 6’s release in fall 2025....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 85 words · Lisa Miller

Intel identifies cause behind Raptor Lake crashes, says mobile CPUs aren't affected

Intel plans to release a microcode patch in mid-August. Furthermore, the company denies Alderon Games' recent assertion that mobile CPUs are also impacted. Chipzilla believes it has finally solved the mystery behind the instability recently reported in its latest high-end desktop processors. A patch should arrive in the middle of next month to address the issue. Cinebench and Handbrake users also reported similar problems. Intel alsosuggestedusers and OEMs return to the company’s recommended baseline voltages....

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 166 words · Patrick Glenn

iRobot Roomba Combo 2-in-1 features a self-cleaning mop

On hard surfaces, it can vacuum and mop simultaneously for greater efficiency. Its true appeal, however, comes on the maintenance side. The dock even cleans itself after every pad wash to prevent dirt buildup. The Roomba Combo 10 Max is available topre-ordernow in the US and Canada. Pricing is set at $1,399, and shipments are expected to go out in early August. Related Stories Featured on TechSpot

July 23, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Aaron Phillips

MySQL vs. MariaDB: a brief comparison guide

MySQL is one of the most popular relational databases. MariaDB is a fork from the original MySQL codebase. However, MariaDB has gained popularity as an alternative. Developers will find that the syntax is similar, but MariaDB introduces several notable differences. MariaDB supports higher data transfer volumes and is supported by most cloud providers. Its similarity to MySQL, which was the dominant database in the early 2000s, has facilitated its adoption....

July 23, 2024 · 2 min · 359 words · Carrie Bishop