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Games Done Quick, the organization behind charity gaming marathons featuring high-level speedrunners, has announced its latest fundraising initiative. The group announced in a tweet and press release that it will host an event called “Disaster Relief Don Quick” in support of Direct Relief, a humanitarian nonprofit helping those affected by Hurricane Helen.”Hurricane Helen was a life-threatening Category 4 hurricane that killed more than 200 people, left power out to millions, and caused massive flooding and evacuations across the southeastern United States,” Games Done Quick wrote. “Disaster Relief Done Quick begins October 11th at 6:00 PM EDT and ends October 13th…
This week, Microsoft started rolling out the Windows 11 2024 update, but it quickly became clear that the company was far more eager to unveil new features for its Copilot AI and Copilot+ AI PCs. In this episode, Devindra and Cherlynn chat about Microsoft’s current AI priorities, and what it means for people with older PCs. Also, we discuss the death of HoloLens and Microsoft giving up on AR as Meta, Apple and even Snap build for an augmented reality future.Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you’ve got suggestions or topics you’d like covered on…
If you have a 2019 Galaxy smartphone, be careful about software updates. An update rolling out from Samsung is reportedly bricking Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 series devices. 9to5Google reported that some users were having the same issue with Galaxy M51 and A90 models. The Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ are now five years old, running Android 12, and entering an era where they may not support updates.The affected devices were apparently stuck in a bootloop and could not be fully turned back on. However, do not factory reset your device as you may lose data.Was this some dark…
Bloomberg recently reported that Apple is close to releasing an updated iPhone SE. This is the first update to the lower-end model since 2022. According to 9to5Mac, Apple also plans to use the phone as a launch pad for internal use. 5G modem. The company acquired most of Intel’s smartphone modem business for $1 billion in 2019, after taking steps to become more independent and aggressively hiring staff to make it happen. However, no device has yet been released that uses the modem designed by the in-house team.Apple and Qualcomm have a somewhat checkered history. Qualcomm sued Apple in 2017,…
The most affordable Android smartphones are a great way to get all the essentials you need in your phone without breaking the bank. While flagship smartphones often get the spotlight for their flashy features and hefty prices, there are also Android smartphones that offer superior performance at a fraction of the cost. In fact, Android’s vast ecosystem offers something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a high-end device or the best budget phone on the market.If you’re not keen on buying an Apple iPhone or the latest flagship phone, affordable Android options can give you everything you need, from a…
Choosing the best Windows laptop can be overwhelming with the wealth of options available. And with Microsoft’s recent announcements at Microsoft Build, we can expect lots of exciting things coming out in the next few months as more Copilot PCs become available. Whether you need a premium ultraportable, a powerful gaming rig, or a versatile mobile workstation, our current list of the best Windows laptops highlights our favorites that have been rigorously tested by our team. You may even find a Windows laptop that suits you better than an Apple MacBook if you’re looking to make the switch. For those…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit accusing TikTok of violating the state’s new child privacy law. This will be the first test since the Texas Online Child Protection Through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act took effect just over a month ago.Under the law (part of which was struck down by a federal judge), social media platforms would be able to verify the age of young users and offer parental control features, such as the ability for parents to opt their children out of data collection. It is mandatory.Paxton argues that TikTok’s existing parental control features are insufficient. “However, Defendants…
OpenAI is beta testing a new workspace interface for ChatGPT called Canvas. The AI giant announced the new ChatGPT workspace on its official blog, and it’s now available to ChatGPT Plus and Team users. Enterprise and Edu users will be able to access Canvas within the next week.Canvas is a virtual interface space for creating and coding projects that allows users to refer to ChatGPT for specific parts of a project. According to the blog, a separate window opens next to the main chat space where users can write and type code into this new “canvas,” highlight sections to focus…
Tesla has announced a new recall for more than 27,000 Cybertrucks. This is the fifth recall for electric trucks in the last year.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a recall due to rear-view camera video delays. According to the official recall notice, the rearview camera’s lag meant it was unable to display images of vehicles behind it to the driver within the legally required two seconds, “increasing the risk of a collision.”Reuters reports that the camera display is caused by a software glitch in the Cybertruck’s systems. Some vehicles were unable to complete the shutdown process before restarting,…
ThunderCats’ new character Apex was first introduced in September, but fans will have a chance to learn more about them in an upcoming special. Dynamite revealed that the new special, called ThunderCats Apex Special, written by Ed Brisson and illustrated by Rapha Lobosco, will include “key details” about their identities that readers won’t want to miss. Check out the five covers below, from the talented minds at the helm of the flagship series: Declan Shalvey, Lucio Parrillo, Meghan Hetrick, Jay Lee, and interior artist Lobosco. This slideshow requires JavaScript. The cloaked Apex first appears in ThunderCats #8 and is described…