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Application Software, Software Category

Here’s how to turn off Microsoft Edge’s pesky new sidebar button

February 20, 2024

Via: TechSpot

According to reports from Edge users, the icon appeared after updating Edge to version 121.0.2277.128, and can be seen in the top-right corner of the screen, just below the Close (x) box. It is only visible when all Sidebar settings, […]


iOS, Operating systems

iOS 17.4 Lets You See Your iPhone 15 Battery Health at a Glance

February 20, 2024

Via: MacRumors

With iOS 17.4, Apple is tweaking how battery health is reported to iPhone 15 users, making it easier for them to understand their battery status at a glance. In the Battery section of the Settings app, the Battery Health listing […]


Software Security

Do you need antivirus on Linux?

February 19, 2024

Via: ZDnet

I’ve been using Linux as my primary operating system since 1997 and I have never installed a desktop antivirus solution on any computer. The only exception to that rule has been when I deploy a Linux mail or file server, […]


Operating systems, Windows

Developer sets new record by installing Windows 10 in 104 seconds

February 19, 2024

Via: TechSpot

Windows developer and enthusiast NTDev challenged themself to install Windows 10 as fast as possible and succeeded in setting a new record for such a feat at 104 seconds. To be clear, this was not a typical Windows 10 download. […]


Development Software, Software Category

Java News Roundup: New JEP Candidates, Milestone Releases for Spring Projects and Micrometer

February 19, 2024

Via: InfoQ

JEP 466, Class-File API (Second Preview), has been promoted from its JEP Draft 8324965 to Candidate status. This JEP proposes a second round of preview to obtain feedback from the previous round of preview: JEP 457, Class-File API (Preview), to […]


Development Software, Software Category

.NET Aspire Preview 3: Expanded Component Support with Azure OpenAI, MySQL, CosmosDB, Kafka and More

February 19, 2024

Via: InfoQ

Last week, Microsoft revealed the availability of the .NET Aspire – third preview. Preview 3 brings changes including UI improvements to the dashboard, and new component support for Azure OpenAI, Kafka, Oracle, MySQL, CosmosDB & Orleans, and many more. The […]


Application Software, Software Category

Peloton Reverses Course, Will Continue to Support Apple GymKit

February 16, 2024

Via: MacRumors

Earlier this week, Peloton said that it would drop support for Apple’s GymKit feature that syncs data to the Health app. Customers were unhappy with the decision and complained to the company, leading Peloton to announce a change in plans. […]


Software Category

Chromium developers are working on a browser API for micropayments

February 14, 2024

Via: TechSpot

Software engineer Alexander Surkov recently proposed a new addition to the Chromium source code, the layout engine on which many modern browsers are based. The programmer aims to implement the Web Monetization specifications, providing Chrome and many other free browsers […]


Software Category, System Software

Nvidia unveils ‘Chat with RTX,’ a personal AI chatbot for Windows

February 13, 2024

Via: Computerworld

Nvidia on Tuesday announced a generative AI (genAI) chatbot that can run on Windows PCs, giving enterprises the potential to leverage AI on employees’ local environments to bolster productivity rather than requiring them to access genAI tools on platforms hosted […]


Application Software, Software Category

10 Best Generative AI Software for LinkedIn

February 12, 2024

Via: TechBullion

In the fast-paced world of professional networking, standing out on platforms like LinkedIn is a constant challenge. To address this, many professionals are turning to Generative AI software, a revolutionary technology that aids in content creation and engagement. In this […]


Application Software, Software Category

Tor vs. VPN: What are the Differences

February 12, 2024

Via: TechBullion

Privacy is vital, considering we do not need hackers, companies, and advertisers following us on the internet. But privacy tools exist, and picking the best one can be a task. For this purpose, we will make things easier today by […]


Development Software, Software Category

Optimizing Java for Modern Hardware: The Continuous Evolution of the Vector API

February 12, 2024

Via: InfoQ

JEP 460, Vector API (Seventh Incubator), has been Closed / Delivered for JDK 22. This JEP, under the auspices of Project Panama, incorporates enhancements in response to feedback from the previous six rounds of incubation: JEP 448, Vector API (Sixth Incubator), delivered […]


Application Software, Software Category

Top 10 Vision Pro Apps

February 9, 2024

Via: MacRumors

The Vision Pro launched with its own dedicated App Store, and last Friday, there were more than 600 Vision Pro-optimized apps available for download. We thought we’d pull out 10 of the best apps to check out on Vision Pro, […]


Application Software, Software Category

Watch out for this fake LastPass app on the App Store

February 8, 2024

Via: BGR

Downloading a password manager app is a smart way to keep your passwords organized and your online accounts safe. Unfortunately, downloading a fake password manager is a good way to have your personal information stolen. We bring that up because […]


Development Software, Software Category

OpenSilver adds F# language support

February 8, 2024

Via: InfoWorld

Userware has released OpenSilver 2.1, an update to its open-source successor to Microsoft’s discontinued Silverlight framework for building rich web applications. OpenSilver 2.1 adds support for Microsoft’s F# language. Introduced February 6, OpenSilver 2.1 can be downloaded from the project […]


Application Software, Software Category

iTunes for Windows is finally being discontinued – here’s what to use instead

February 8, 2024

Via: BGR

Apple is phasing out iTunes for Windows. Years after the company broke down its legendary software for the Mac into Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and Apple TV+, it’s finally time for Windows users to have a similar experience. If you’re […]


Application Software, Software Category

Google changes Bard’s name to Gemini: unveils new Android app and advanced AI model

February 8, 2024

Via: TechSpot

Google’s announcement confirms weeks of rumors that Bard was being renamed. The company unveiled the Gemini AI large language model, a direct competitor to OpenAI’s GPT LLMs, in December, and it is now changing Bard’s name to fall into the […]


Mobile Apps

WhatsApp Working on Interoperability With Other Encrypted Messaging Apps

February 7, 2024

Via: MacRumors

As part of its compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) legislation, WhatsApp is putting the final touches to introducing platform interoperability with other encrypted messaging apps. In September, EU lawmakers designated WhatsApp parent company Meta as one of […]


Mobile Apps

Google Maps for Android adds a feature its iOS version has had for years

February 7, 2024

Via: ZDnet

A feature that has been a part of Google Maps on iOS for years is finally coming to Android. If you use Google Maps for navigation, you’ll soon notice that current weather information is included. The feature isn’t on all […]


iOS, Operating systems

iOS 17.4 Beta: All the New Features

February 7, 2024

Via: MacRumors

Apple is working on a new iOS 17.4 update that brings some major changes to the iPhone (and the iPad) in Europe. Some of the biggest updates are only going to update people in the European Union, but there are […]