Key Takeaways Smart devices rarely receive software updates and are vulnerable to hacking. Smart TVs collect user data, and internet-connected cameras are at risk of being accessible online or hacked. Create a separate WiFi network for smart devices, set up a firewall, and disable UPnP to reduce the chance of your smart devices being turned … Read more
Hysata Paul Barrett’s firm has developed tech to make cheaper green hydrogen “If you remember being a kid and blowing up a balloon or into a milkshake, your cheeks got sore because there is an energy penalty associated with bubble formation.” Paul Barrett, the Dublin-born chief executive of the Australian green energy firm Hysata, is … Read more
Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is a great time to buy tech devices at major discounts — including tablets. Whether from Apple, Samsung, or Amazon itself, tablets are always a big-ticket item that you’ll find on major sale during the event. If you know where to look — on Amazon or elsewhere — you can find some excellent deals … Read more
It’s a safe bet that Bluetooth speakers will be on sale for October Prime Day, but you can already save on one of our favorites before the event arrives in a few days. The Marshall Emberton II has dropped to $100, which is 41 percent off and about $20 cheaper than the price it’s been … Read more
What is the best internet provider in Cincinnati? Altafiber is s the best internet provider in Cincinnati, with a combination of fast speeds and reasonable pricing. Internet options in Cincinnati are somewhat limited, with most residents having just two providers to choose from: Spectrum and Altafiber. Some households may also have access to 5G home … Read more
As Prime Day event has started on Amazon, there’s an exceptional deal on the LG OLED evo C4 Series 4K TVs which offers unprecedented value across multiple screen sizes. The good news it that this deal is accessible to all customers (not just Prime members). The LG C4 OLED TV will be one of the … Read more
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Meta just announced its own media-focused AI model, called Movie Gen, that can be used to generate realistic video and audioclips. The company shared multiple 10-second clips generated with Movie Gen, including a Moo Deng-esque baby hippo swimming around, to demonstrate its capabilities. While the tool is not yet available for use, this Movie Gen … Read more
TL;DR: On sale for $514.99 (reg. $1,499), you can own a “Grade A” refurbished M1 MacBook Air that’s good for your budget and the planet. Looking to upgrade your tech without draining your bank account or adding to e-waste? A refurbished M1 MacBook Air (2020), currently marked down 65% to $514.99, could be the answer … Read more
TL;DR Apple Intelligence features will launch as part of the iOS 18.1 update on October 28, according to a trusted journalist. This update is expected to offer writing tools, object-erasing for photos, and a couple of other AI features. You might have to wait until March to get your hands on the updated Siri. Apple … Read more
An anonymous reader shared this report from the Washington Post: Hundreds of Americans have been arrested after being connected to a crime by facial recognition software, a Washington Post investigation has found, but many never know it because police seldom disclose their use of the controversial technology… In fact, the records show that officers often … Read more