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Apple Completed Satellite Connectivity Testing for iPhone 14, Analyst Says
Apple's new iPhone is expected to launch soon, and it may offer satellite connectivity. Apple is reportedly working on satellite connectivity for the iPhone 14. The feature, which was previously rumored to debut on the iPhone 13 last year, finished its hardware testing ahead of mass production, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Although Apple reportedly completed testing, Kuo says it's & ... Read more
2022-08-30 03:15:18
Mukesh Ambani: India tycoon launches $25bn 5G rollout plan
Indian multi-billionaire Mukesh Ambani has announced a $25bn (£21.3bn) plan to launch 5G mobile internet services in the country within two months. Mr Ambani, who heads the telecoms-to-retail group Reliance Industries, says the high-speed network will be introduced first in major cities, including New Delhi and Mumbai. He said it will then be expanded to the rest of India by December 2023. The ... Read more
2022-08-30 03:13:45
How to Install Android 13 Right Now on Your Android Phone
Here's how you can download Google's latest mobile software update. Android 13 is here, and Google Pixel owners can now download and install the software update to their supported phones. The update won't reach Samsung Galaxy and Motorola devices until later this year, but you could possibly get your hands on the Android 13 beta if you have a compatible non-Pixel device, like the OnePlus 10 Pro. ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:51:10
Apple iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 13: Big Changes Expected for the 2022 Phones
Apple's next-generation of iPhone models could bring a new look and new features over last year's phone. Apple's new iPhone 14 line is expected to have its big reveal at the company's "Far Out" event on Sept. 7. This is where the 2022 iPhone series is expected to launch, and rumors further point to the iPhone 14 getting a Sept. 16 release date. But of course, nothing is official just ye ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:49:55
Apple iPhone 14: These Are the Rumors You Won't Want to Miss
From release date and price to design and camera upgrades, we're collecting all the noteworthy buzz about Apple's 2022 iPhone line. Nine days. That's how much longer we need to wait for Apple's "Far Out" launch event and the likely arrival of the iPhone 14. After nearly a year of waiting, we've heard a slew of rumors about the new iPhone lineup, from its possible release date and pric ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:49:21
Buying an iPhone 11 in 2022 Might Make Sense for You
You'll still want to wait for Apple's next event, but there is still a lot to like about the iPhone 11. Since the debut of the iPhone 11 in 2019, we've since seen the debut of the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12. And in a few days, we're likely to see the debut of the iPhone 14 at Apple's next event on Sept. 7. The iPhone 11 may be over two years old, but it might still be a good choice, especially since ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:48:42
AMD's Ryzen 7000 Brings 29% Speed Boost to High-End PCs
AMD on Monday revealed its Ryzen 7000 series of processors for desktop PCs, promising a 29% speed boost over the Ryzen 5000 line. The new models, which go on sale Sept. 27, are good news for gamers, video editors and anyone else who demands top performance. The 29% speedup comes with a single, important task. When measuring performance for jobs that can span the processor's 16 total processing co ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:48:09
Chrome's Toughest Browser Security: What You Give Up When You Use Enhanced Safe Browsing Mode
Security is improved, but there are some drawbacks as well. Threats to your personal data have grown more common in recent years, and they're unlikely to subside anytime soon. There were a record number of data breaches last year, and cases in the first quarter of this year have risen by 14% since last year. At this rate, data breaches will soon be as common as houseplants in a millennial's home. ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:47:00
Ctrl+Shift+T Has Saved Me More Than Any Other Keyboard Shortcut
Reopening a closed browser tab is a snap with this shortcut. I spend more time in the Google Chrome browser than ever these days, and my laptop screen is almost always cluttered with dozens of open tabs. I can't tell you how many times I've accidentally hit the "X" on a tab I was just trying to switch over to. It seems to happen on a daily basis. Maybe my mouse speed isn't properly cali ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:46:37
Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology
The discovery of thousands of undeclared private swimming pools in France has provided an unexpected windfall for French tax authorities. Following an experiment using artificial intelligence (AI), more than 20,000 hidden pools were discovered. They have amassed some €10m ($9.9; £8.5m) in revenue, French media is reporting. Pools can lead to higher property taxes because they boost property val ... Read more
2022-08-29 19:45:45