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DEFCON Levels Explained: What Each Stage Means For The US Military
It's a term that's casually thrown around in movies and novels. But what does "DEFCON" mean, and what's the significance of each of its five levels?
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Apple M5 chip enters mass production, promising improved efficiency, performance, and upgraded cores
This news comes from the Korean news outlet ET News and should be viewed with some skepticism since much of it is based on an unofficial source. However, the account is detailed and, in many respects, aligns with previous rumors about the M5 chip.Read Entire Article
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Ryzen 5 7400F uses thermal paste instead of solder, chip hits max temps at stock TDP
AMD's new Ryzen 5 7400F uses normal thermal grease instead of STIM, which is shown to significantly impact thermals.
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Consumer electronics from China getting more expensive as tariffs bite
Consumer electronics from China are getting more expensive for both consumers and businesses, as Trumpβs 10% import tariffs take effect. Additionally, removal of a small-value exemption on existing tariffs means some products are now subject to import taxes as high as 45%. Courier companies are also applying their own collection fees on top of the tariffs, further increasing costs β and some companies are pausing...
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Qualcomm claims it owns 10% of U.S. Windows PC retail market for devices priced $800 and up
Qualcomm says it owns 10% of Windows PC sales from October to December 2024 β but only for retail and only for devices worth $800 and up.
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:CEO says assisting laid-off workers in packing their boxes eased the pain for everyone
Max Levchin, one of PayPal's cofounders and the current CEO of Affirm, which provides flexible payment plans for shoppers, talked about the first time he implemented layoffs on Wednesday's episode of The Twenty Minute VC podcast (via Business Insider).Read Entire Article
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:How to Run DeepSeek R1 on your Raspberry Pi 5
DeepSeekβs R1 model caused a seismic event in the world of AI and we take a version of this model for a spin on a n $80 Raspberry Pi 5.
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Reddit banned 90+ subreddits βaccidentallyβ but some are worried
Reddit banned more than 90 subreddits yesterday, later restoring them and blaming it on a bug, but some moderators are worried about what the move might signal for the future. The banned subreddits were all ones allowing NSFW content, but while that is commonly thought of as adult entertainment, it also includes communities as diverse as r/cubancigars and r/transgender_surgeries β¦ moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Framework unveils $199 RISC-V laptop mainboard for open-source devs
For the uninitiated, RISC-V is an open-source, royalty-free instruction set that anyone can implement without paying licensing fees. It's different from the x86 chips from Intel and AMD that power most laptops and desktops today, which are closed off behind a web of patents and cross-licensing deals.Read Entire Article
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Fighting e-waste with AI: The rise of intelligent recycling
The problem is difficult to overstate. The European Union alone generated approximately five million tons of electronic waste in 2022. The U.S., for its part, produces 6.9 to 7.6 million metric tons of electronic waste annually, which translates to about 46-47 pounds of e-waste per person per year. By 2030,...Read Entire Article
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Intel data center CPU sales hit the lowest point in 13 years
Cloud service providers increasingly prefer high core-count CPUs, thus reducing the number of processors and servers they deploy.
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Google is eliminating its diversity hiring targets, joining other companies in scaling back DEI efforts
"In 2020, we set aspirational hiring goals and focused on growing our offices outside California and New York to improve representation," Fiona Cicconi, Alphabet's chief people officer, said in an email to staff (via Reuters). "...but in the future we will no longer have aspirational goals."Read Entire Article
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Guide to AMD Ryzen AM5 Motherboard Chipsets
When choosing a motherboard for your Ryzen CPU, you'll find options like X870, B650, A620, and the new B850 and B840. This guide explains the chipset differences, PCIe lane setups, and help you pick the right board.Read Entire Article
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Apple just released the first update to its new Invites app
Apple officially launched Apple Invites on Tuesday, giving iPhone users a new way to create rich digital invitations for real events. One day later, Apple released Apple Invites version 1.0.1 with some improvements to the original version of the app. moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Nvidia Shield TV gets its first widely-available update in two years β whatβs new
The first major and widely available Nvidia Shield TV update released in over two years is now rolling out to users, and it brings a ton of bug fixes among other tweaks. moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:9to5Mac guest appearance: Clockwise 591
Speaking of Jason Snell, he and I played a round of Clockwise with Rosemary Orchard and Dan Moren today. Check out the podcast episode below. moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Google starts testing new Search βAI Modeβ internally β Hereβs an early look at it
As previously spotted, Google Search is working on a new βAI Modeβ that offers a βpersistent placeβ to ask more βopen-ended / exploratory questionsβ and get generated AI Overview-style responses. Powered by Gemini 2.0, Google has begun testing this experience with employees. moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Former iPhone 7 owners are starting to get a long overdue payout
iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus were fantastic smartphones in 2016 and 2017, but they did experience a so-called βLoop Diseaseβ in some instances. For that reason, a class action lawsuit was filed years ago and eventually approved last year. A year later, former iPhone 7 customers are starting to receive their settlement payments. moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:Developer successfully runs βDoomβ on Appleβs Lightning to HDMI adapter
Youβve probably heard someone say βbut can it run Doom?β Thatβs because running Doom on the most unexpected platforms and devices has become a fun challenge among developers. Now someone has done something really surprising: theyβve run Doom on an Apple Lightning to HDMI adapter. moreβ¦
Published on: February 06, 2025 | Source:ChatGPT integration in WhatsApp now supports images and voice messages
OpenAI announced in December a new integration with WhatsApp, which lets users chat with ChatGPT right from the Meta-owned messaging app. Now the company is taking this integration further, as OpenAI is adding support for images and voice messages to ChatGPT on WhatsApp. moreβ¦
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Get a Free Domain and One of the Most Reliable Web Hosting Plans at 80% Off (Exclusive Deal)
If you have a tight budget and have always wanted to create a website, don't miss this amazing offer available for a few days from the web host Hostinger.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:AMD promises mainstream 4K gaming on Radeon RX 9070 series in early March
AMD CEO Lisa Su has confirmed that the company's new Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT GPUs will launch in early March. She indicated that the two products aim to make high-quality 4K gaming possible at mainstream prices.Read Entire Article
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:World of Warcraftβs Player Housing System Already Wants to Differentiate Itself From Final Fantasy XIV
After being practically decades late to the feature, Blizzard wants your housebuilding in Azeroth to feel different to one of its biggest competitors in key ways.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Apple Vision Proβs first year: the good, the bad, and the future
Speaking of Apple Vision Pro, there are some nice pieces reflecting on the productβs first year. moreβ¦
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:YouTube TV add-ons make streaming more personal; hereβs a list of whatβs available
As a basic streaming service, YouTube TV still knocks many options out of the park, even if it costs $82/month. What makes it easy to use is the amount of flexibility given to users, with over 50 add-on options. They vary in price, but thereβs literally something for everyone. moreβ¦
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Sony cameras can now send photos to Lightroom and Google Drive
Sony has just announced that, for select cameras, a new option will be available to send photos directly into Adobe Lightroom as well as Google Drive. moreβ¦
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Scientists devise 'living' electrodes that could vastly improve traditional silicon electronics
Researchers at Osaka University in Suita, Japan, have devised a novel way to improve the performance of electronic devices. The study, published in ACS Applied Electronic Materials, involved laying down a metamaterial called vanadium dioxide (VO) on top of a traditional substrate like silicon.Read Entire Article
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Every Generation Of Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Ranked By Top Speed
The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a beast on the track, made to win races. And as it has progressed through its generations, its top speed has changed.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Apple Vision Pro now available in veterans and military store with 10% discount
Did you know that Apple provides a discount to veterans and military members? Apple Vision Pro has finally been added to the Veterans and Military Purchase Program at a discounted price. moreβ¦
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Vision Pro: Here are three upgrades to expect from Apple this year
Vision Pro has officially entered its second year on the market. Appleβs spatial computer was chosen as 9to5Macβs 2024 Product of the Year, but it still has a lot to prove heading into year two. Here are three coming upgrades that could spark a growth year for Vision Pro. moreβ¦
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:How Captain America: Brave New Worldβs Serpent Society Evolved From the Comics to the MCU
Star Giancarlo Esposito, producer Nate Moore, and director Julius Onah tease the villainous crew in the Marvel movie, out February 14.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:You Canβt Beat Free, and Thatβs How Much a Year of BJβs Club Membership Costs With This Deal
StackSocial's 66% off deal on The Club Card brings the price down to just $20, and the $20 reward you get back makes it a freebie.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Netanyahu Gifts Trump Golden Pager to Commemorate Attack That Killed Children: βThat Was a Great Operationβ
The bizarre gift was offered amidst the Israeli leader's visit to Washington.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Tips & Tricks To Try For Opening A Luggage Lock If You Forgot The Combination
Luggage locks can help keep your possessions from going astray. But they can turn on you, too, if you forget the combination. Here's how to fix that.
Published on: February 05, 2025 | Source:Common Problems With The Nissan Rogue (According To Owners)
As popular as the Nissan Rogue may be, that doesn't mean the vehicle doesn't have its issues. Here's what drivers commonly find lacking in the car.
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