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Windows 11 Will Let You Try Android Apps in February 2022

When we first heard about Windows 11, one of the most exciting features was running Android apps on it. The feature was delayed, but Microsoft is finally bringing it out in February 2022, though it’s in the form of a preview….

Dave LeClair 2h ago

12-Year-Old Linux Vulnerability Grants Root Access

Sometimes, it can take a long time before a vulnerability is exploited. In the case of this Polkit (fka PolicyKit) issue, we’re talking about a 12-year-old bug that’s just been discovered and shown off in a proof of concept….

Dave LeClair 2h ago

Here’s When Samsung Will Announce the Galaxy S22

Samsung is ramping up to announce the Galaxy S22 smartphone, and the company has sent invitations to everyone for a Galaxy Unpacked event on February 9, 2022, at 10 a.m. ET. Make sure you’re in front of your device if you wa…

Dave LeClair 3h ago

Use This Script to Download All Your Humble Bundle Games

A lot is changing at Humble Bundle, and some of the changes aren’t making users all that happy. If you want to get out of the Humble Bundle system, there’s a cool tool that’ll let you download all of your games quickly and ea…

Dave LeClair 21h ago

You Can Finally Tell Google to Just Stop

When you ask Google a question through a smart speaker, the device might decide to go on a rant explaining the thing you ask it about. With a recent update, you can make Google Assistant quiet by simply saying “Stop” without …

Dave LeClair 22h ago

You Can Now Add a Text Watermark to Your Google Docs

Google recently added the ability to add watermarks to images in Google Docs, and now it’s adding the same feature but for text.

Dave LeClair 1d ago

NVIDIA and AMD Graphics Card Prices Are Finally Going Down

If you’ve experienced the misery that is shopping for an NVIDIA or AMD graphics card recently, you’re about to feel a little better, as street prices for GPUs are dropping slightly. They’re not selling for MSRP, but we’re one…

Dave LeClair 1d ago

YouTube Wants to Add NFTs, Surprising No One

It looks like YouTube wants to hop onto the NFT hype train. Of course, this should come as a surprise to no one, as just about every brand (even the USPS) is making NFTs in one form or another.

Dave LeClair 1d ago

Everyone Hated Google’s FLoC, and Now It’s Dead

Google is introducing some significant changes to how it tracks you in web browsers. The company is ditching the maligned Federated Learning of Cohorts (FLoC) and replacing it with a new tracking method called Topics….

Dave LeClair 1d ago

Even USPS Has NFTs Now

Stamps from the Post Office are among the most popular collectible items, and the USPS is taking that idea to the next level with its own NFTs. It brings that same level of collectability from the world of physical stamps to …

Dave LeClair 5d ago

PSA: If Someone Says “Try My Game” on Discord, Say “No”

Discord is an incredibly popular place for gamers to come together to chat and play. Because it’s so popular, malicious individuals are targeting scams, including one that could lead to you having a rather nasty virus on your…

Dave LeClair 5d ago

Intel CPUs Are Getting Mystery “Critical” Security Updates

Intel is about to announce a security issue with some of its CPUs. The company has released “critical” CPU microcode updates that fix an undisclosed severe security issue. They’re rolling out to Linux systems, and updates for…

Dave LeClair 5d ago

Apple Closes Its Education Discount Loophole in the USA

Dave LeClair 5d ago

Godzilla and His Friends Are Getting an Apple TV+ Show

Godzilla and the Titans are coming to Apple TV+ in a new show that’ll look to capitalize on the popularity of the recently-released Godzilla film. If you’re a fan of the MonsterVerse, this show will be one to keep an eye on….

Dave LeClair 5d ago

New Report Reveals Most Popular Music Streaming Services

Have you ever wondered which music streaming service gets the most users? Well, a new report from Midia Research reveals which services have the most users, and the most popular one probably won’t surprise you at all….

Dave LeClair 6d ago

DevToys for Windows Is Microsoft PowerToys for Developers

A new app named DevToys calls itself a “Swiss Army knife for developers.” Basically, it’s akin to Microsoft PowerToys but with the tools that developers need to make their lives easier in mind.

Dave LeClair Jan 20th

Sony Expects Activision Blizzard Games to Stay Multiplatform

In what can only be described as an industry-changing purchase, Microsoft has agreed to buy Activision Blizzard for a staggering sum. For its part, Sony thinks Microsoft will keep Activation Blizzard as multiplatform releases…

Dave LeClair Jan 20th

Microsoft Is Testing a New Task Manager for Windows 11

Usually, Microsoft publicizes significant changes in Windows Insider previews, but the company tucked a brand new task manager into Windows 11 Build 22538 in the Dev channel. However, you have to jump through some hoops to en…

Dave LeClair Jan 20th

Over $30 Million Stolen in Crypto.com Hack

A considerable hack occurred on the popular cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com. The hack led to over $30 million in crypto being stolen in the form of 4,836.26 Ethereum and 443.93 bitcoin.

Dave LeClair Jan 20th

Google Reveals the First Batch of Android Games for Windows

Back in December, Google announced that it was bringing Android games to Windows through its own app, and now the company has provided some additional details, including a batch of Android games that’ll be playable on Windows…

Dave LeClair Jan 19th

Still Getting G Suite For Free? Get Ready to Pay Up

There are a ton of legacy G Suite accounts out there getting access to Google’s suite of apps for free. However, those days are numbered, as Google is finally killing off these grandfathered accounts and expecting these users…

Dave LeClair Jan 19th

Windows 11 Will Let You Tap the Keyboard With Your Voice

Microsoft just announced Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22538 for the Dev Channel, and it brings with it some great improvements for voice access in Windows 11. Specifically, it’ll let you “touch” individual keys with your…

Dave LeClair Jan 19th

After Bashing the Notch, Samsung Embraces It

On a support page, Samsung appears to have accidentally given us the first official look at its upcoming Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra flagship tablet. And as a surprise to everyone, the tablet sports a notch, despite Samsung having m…

Dave LeClair Jan 19th

AMD’s New 4GB 6500 XT Doesn’t Have Enough RAM, According to AMD

AMD just announced a new graphics card called the 6500 XT. This would be cause for excitement, except the new card only has 4GB of VRAM, which the company itself said wasn’t enough back in 2020.

Dave LeClair Jan 19th

Opera Just Launched a Crypto Browser for Some Reason

Opera has just released a beta version of a new browser dedicated to all things cryptocurrency. It’s not something anyone was asking for, but it does seem to have some useful features for people heavily invested in the crypto…

Dave LeClair Jan 19th

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