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#General #Development #Mobile Development #Cloud & DevOps #Cybersecurity & Privacy #AI & Data Science #Hardware & Gadgets #Design & UXMicrosoft is using Word and Excel user data for AI training by default, and opting out isn't easy (Updated)
Update: Microsoft has reached out to confirm that it does not use customer data to train its large language models.Read Entire Article
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BLUETTI’s Black Friday deals can bring power to all your 2025 adventures
The year is coming to a close, and many of us are thinking about plans for 2025. If those plans involve any trips outdoors, away from the power grid, you’ll want to check out BLUETTI’s Black Friday deals on portable power stations and more. Their 48-hour flash deals with up to 57% off will be ending soon, with 9to5Mac readers getting a special discount rate. more…
TCL’s A1 is the company’s newest portable projector with Google TV
Projectors have taken on such a small form factor that portable, all-in-one units have been dominating the market. TCL just announced its latest 1080p option, the A1. more…
Reported iPhone 17 Air compromises tell us a lot about Apple’s thinking
We’ve known for some time that the iPhone 17 Air will require compromises to pull off the ultra-thin design, but a new report yesterday suggests buyers may be sacrificing even more than we thought. That Apple is willing to pare back the device so severely tells us a lot about the company’s thinking – and not just about this specific model … more…
5 Cheaper Alternatives To The Toyota Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser has a lot of great off-road capabilities, but it's also pretty pricey. Here are some more affordable options for SUV enthusiasts.
Tech companies race to build AI superclusters with 100,000+ GPUs in high-stakes competition
A new benchmark for AI prowess has emerged: the ability to amass the most Nvidia chips in a single location. This competition among tech giants is reshaping the AI industry, driving unprecedented investments in computing infrastructure and pushing the boundaries of machine learning.Read Entire Article
Qualcomm backs off full Intel acquisition, could consider buying select divisions
In September, reports claimed that Qualcomm had made a takeover offer to rival Intel. The proposal arrived as Team Blue lurched from one crisis to another, from its poor financial performance leading to mass layoffs and cost-cutting, to the problems with its foundry business and the Raptor Lake disaster.Read Entire Article
11,000 US and Canadian Starbucks stores hit by ransomware attack; UK supermarkets too
Some 11,000 Starbucks stores in North America have been hit by a ransomware attack on one of its largest IT providers. Two UK supermarket chains have also been affected by the security breach, and car-maker Ford says it is trying to determine whether its own operations have been affected … more…
App Store anti-steering rules declared illegal in Brazil, in latest antitrust ruling
Apple’s App Store anti-steering rules have been declared illegal in Brazil, in the latest antitrust ruling against the company. This means Apple can no longer ban developers from linking to their own websites to sell in-app content like books, movies, music, and games. The Cupertino company has already been required to allow third-party app stores in the EU, and to allow US developers to sell in-app content outside of...
Google faces $9 billion UK lawsuit after US monopoly ruling
The UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has rejected Google's request to dismiss a 7 billion ($8.8 billion) consumer lawsuit against the company's search and advertising businesses. The decision adds another case to Google's now global regulatory struggle.Read Entire Article
China tries to exert control over Apple Intelligence launch there
A top government official has warned that an Apple Intelligence launch in China would be a “difficult and long process” unless the iPhone maker partners with a local AI company. Working with a Chinese company would instead be “simple and straightforward.” Apple had reportedly been exploring using its own generative AI models in China, but a top regulator has strongly implied that this wouldn’t be in the Cupertino...
How To Mirror Your iPhone To A PC (And Why You Might Want To)
Mirroring your phone to your PC can be incredibly useful, but mirroring an iPhone to a Windows PC isn't very straightforward. Here's what you need to do.
Authorities bust multi-million message SMS fraud and 730 million call VoIP scam in Thailand
One of the arrested gangs employed a technique known as SMS blasting, a method that exploits cellular network vulnerabilities to bombard nearby mobile devices with fraudulent text messages. The gang's mobile setup was highly sophisticated, consisting of an 8,000-watt mobile power station, a Wi-Fi router, four mobile phones, and a...Read Entire Article
Google Maps now does a better job of highlighting stairs
A nice quality-of-life improvement for Google Maps on Android and iOS are new stair “callouts” when getting walking directions. more…
How Much Did 'American Pickers' Pay For The 1966 Ford Bronco U13?
After half a century, the rare Bronco Roadster was in pristine shape, both outside and under the hood. What was that worth to the History Channel series' stars?
Coding boot camps fight for relevance in the era of generative AI and a shrinking job market
In 2024 alone, 519 companies in the tech industry have laid off just over 149,000 people. A substantial percentage of those layoffs come from firms "streamlining" their businesses by using generative AI to do a human's job or assist with certain tasks.Read Entire Article
Apple @ Work Podcast: Digital signage on Apple TV check-in
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Don't Buy a GPU Now: Wait for Next-Gen or Grab a Discount?
Wondering if now's the time to upgrade your GPU? With key announcements and next-gen GPUs just weeks away, waiting is the smarter strategy than jumping on holiday sales.Read Entire Article
Nvidia nearly doubles AMD's R&D budget – Intel's spending dwarfs both, but struggles to compete
Recent insights from Tech Fund reveal a widening disparity in R&D budgets between competing hardware makers AMD and Nvidia, a key factor in Nvidia's increasing market dominance. In that same mix we could look at Intel, which currently appears much weaker than both despite dwarfing their R&D spending....Read Entire Article
What’s new in the November 2024 Google System Updates [U: 11/25]
The monthly “Google System Release Notes” primarily detail what’s new in Play services, Play Store, and Play system update across Android phones/tablets, Wear OS, Google/Android TV, Auto, and PC.Some features apply to end users, while others are aimed at developers. more…
The ‘Google Developer Program’ now has a paid $299/year ’Premium’ tier
The “Google Developer Program” was announced in May at I/O 2024 to offer “tools and resources to help you on your development journey.” The company is now adding a paid tier to this Google Cloud-centric program. more…
What Does SVJ Stand For On A Lamborghini?
If you've ever looked into the Lamborghini brand, you might have noticed that several of its models have the letters "SVJ" at the end of their names. Why?
9to5Mac Daily: November 25, 2024 – iPhone 17 Air latest, iOS 19 rumors
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Instagram rolling out Find My Friends-like feature for sharing live location
Apple’s Find My Friends (which is now integrated into the Find My app) lets you share your location in real time with other people. Soon, Instagram users will have access to a similar feature to share their location with friends and family right from the social network. more…
Fossil Gen 6 gets rare Wear OS update
About a year after the last update, Fossil Gen 6 watches are getting a new Wear OS patch. Fossil announced this January that it was done making Wear OS (and hybrid) smartwatches. more…
Let’s Talk About How Those Wicked Cameos Came To Be
The scene was an especially joyful experience for fans of the original Broadway cast.
MagicMiles is an app that helps you create travel itineraries using AI
Traveling is one of my favorite activities, but organizing a good trip can be quite complicated – especially when it comes to a new destination. Thankfully, there’s a new app called MagicMiles that helps you create entire travel itineraries using AI. more…
Nosferatu‘s Popcorn Coffin Is a Deadly Entry in 2024’s Bucket Arms Race
The Robert Eggers vampire film is the latest release to get its own custom popcorn bucket, following Dune: Part Two, Gladiator II, and many more.
Cadillac Wins The Fight For F1: Mario Andretti Named Team Director
Cadillac will officially become a part of the F1 racing circuit in just a couple of years and it will do so with a strong veteran at the helm.
7 Affordable DeWalt Tools That Belong In Every Homeowner's Toolbox
If you're a homeowner, there's a number of tools that you should keep readily available in case the need arises. Here's a list from DeWalt to help you.
Supreme Court to Determine Whether Trump Voters Should Have Cheap Internet or Not
The court will seek to determine whether qualifying rural communities should receive federally funded internet access.
What Years Did Ford Make The Fox Body Mustang And What's One Worth Today?
The Ford Fox Body Mustang was a return to the muscle car design. So what years did the company make it, and what is one worth today? Let's dive in.
If You Enjoyed Jonathan Bailey in Wicked, Please Consider: This Catboy
Dancing through life? No, dance through Final Fantasy XIV instead.
Next-gen CarPlay assets found in public database as launch draws near
Apple’s next generation of CarPlay keeps showing signs of life. Not long ago, we saw new CarPlay icons debut in a recent iOS 18.2 beta, and now some fresh next-gen CarPlay assets have turned up in a public online database. more…
8 Of The Best Midjourney Alternatives To Create AI-Generated Images
The biggest drawback of Midjourney is that there's no free option, but here are some options to try instead.