Apple AI home device could merge the HomePod and Apple TV

Using Apple’s latest chip would mean that the smart display would be able to run Apple Intelligence. The gear is expected to run a version of tvOS. It could work on the rumored homeOS, a combination of tvOS and HomePod software. The code also makes a reference to two unreleased Apple TV models, AppleTV14,4 and AppleTV14,5. Rumors claim that an updated Apple TV could launch in 2024. The inclusion of Apple Intelligence is interesting....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 95 words · Angel Vaughn

AST SpaceMobile aims for nationwide satellite phone service via deals with AT&T and Verizon

There’d be no need for specialized satellite phones or extra equipment. In May, the company struck deals with the telecom titans AT&T and Verizon. But AST isn’t just coasting on the big names they’ve collaborated with. Of course, plans are one thing, execution is another. But at least there’s some healthy competition heating up in the satellite services sector. Featured on TechSpot

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 62 words · Marc Gross

Duolingo: Learn Languages Free for Android

Totally fun and free. Start with basic verbs, phrases, and sentences, and learn new words daily. It’s free, for real No fees, no ads, no gimmicks. A college-quality education without the pricetag.This is how the do it. Scientifically proven An independent study found that Duolingo trumps university-level language learning. Learning, gamified Lose hearts with incorrect answers, practice against the clock, level up. Also on the go Make your breaks and commutes more productive with our iPhone and Android apps....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 95 words · Ryan Turner

European Union mandates speed limiters on all new cars to enhance road safety

Will drivers appreciate it? Many new cars already feature ISA technology, but it can be easily overridden. Some drivers say the warning signals they receive from ISA systems can be annoying or even distracting while driving. Whether drivers see it that way is debatable. Masthead credit:Kalden Swart Featured on TechSpot

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 50 words · Jared Williams

Ever wonder who invented popcorn? It all started 7,000 years ago

Along with tiny rock-like fragments called phytoliths, archaeologists have been able to piece together the origin story. It all started down in Mexico around 9,000 years ago with a grass-like plant called teosinte. The ancestors of Native Americans gathered the starchy seeds of teosinte as a food source. The world’s first popcorn likely popped by chance when some maize kernels fell into a cooking fire. Suddenly there were these mysteriously puffed-up corn bits that seemed to keep longer than regular corn....

July 5, 2024 · 1 min · 136 words · Jason White

Windows 11 Widgets Not Working and Displaying Blank Content (Solved)

Get personalized and relevant info with Widgets working properly again. Windows 11 is the latest operating system from Microsoft that comes with many newAI featuresand improvements. One of these features isWindows 11 widgets, which show personalized and relevant information on your desktop. you’re able to access widgets by clicking on the icon in the taskbar or by pressing Win+W. Widgets can help you stay updated with news, weather, traffic, sports, stocks, and more....

July 5, 2024 · 2 min · 380 words · Randy Ramos

Cloudflare offers one-click solution to block AI bots

But hey, just ask Microsoft AI CEO,who believescontent on the open web is “freeware.” Featured on TechSpot

July 4, 2024 · 1 min · 17 words · Angela Baker DDS

Instruction at Referenced Memory Could Not Be Read /Write (solved)

This error tells us that the program or service trying to access memory address is invalid for some reason. Running built-in memory diagnostic tool helps identify and fix any memory errors that could be causing the error. Updating installed software, including the Windows OS and third-party applications, addresses compatibility issues and resolves software-related errors. Allow the scan to complete. This may take some time depending on the size of your storage and the speed of your system....

July 4, 2024 · 1 min · 150 words · Erik Snyder

New "Big Brother" tools make it easier for employers to catch workers faking computer activity

Some have implemented monitoring systems to catch laggard workers, but employees quickly found ways to circumvent such surveillance. A new generation of tools is on the market, and they are much more challenging to cheat. Details about the event were scant–it is unclear if these employees were even working remotely. However, it’s safe to assume that Wells Fargo used an employee monitoring system to pinpoint the slackers. Electronic worker surveillance systems became almost mainstream among companies post-pandemic....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 241 words · Sabrina Ibarra

New rules for Detroit police after wrongful arrest prompts facial recognition scrutiny

The American Civil Liberties Union, which represented Williams, said facial recognition tends to misidentify people of color. Investigators must ensure that further independent and reliable evidence links a suspect to a crime. If police learn that an arrest was made without independent evidence, a prosecutor will be notified. The court can enforce the settlement agreement only for four years. It’s unclear if the police will continue to maintain the new policy once this period has expired....

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 81 words · Raymond Parker

Winaero Tweaker

The program includes tweaks for every version of operating system from Windows 7 to Windows 10. Winaero Tweaker automatically detects the version of Windows OS you’re running and shows tweaks and customization options accordingly. Features What’s New New features Fixes Complete release notes here.

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 44 words · Scott Johnson

Windows 11 "Government Edition" is Microsoft's anti-bloatware nightmare

Sadly, this Windows build has nothing to do with the government nor Microsoft. Even the Start menu is barren, displaying no apps whatsoever. Moreover, installing new programs could prove tricky for some since there’s no Microsoft Store. Perhaps the most intriguing tweak is that the build appears to bypass Windows 11’s strict hardware requirements. But this unofficial version can reportedly run on older systems that fall short of those standards....

July 3, 2024 · 1 min · 117 words · Crystal Olson

How Much VRAM is Enough for PC Gaming?

Even with the price cut, it still isn’t a great value for what it offers. The clearest examples were seen when firstreviewingthe 16GB model. What Does Running Out of VRAM Look Like? Games that run into performance-related issues are easy to point to. PlayingCall of Dutywith basic options orFortnitein performance mode uses very little VRAM, making VRAM usage irrelevant for you. Many games manage memory usage differently, automatically dialing down quality options or removing textures altogether....

July 2, 2024 · 3 min · 531 words · Thomas Calderon