A new security update for Windows 11 is riddling some users with vague BSOD errors, slow boot times, and dismal system performance

What you need to know Microsoft recently released Windows 11 KB5035853 as part of the Windows 11 March 2024 update to fix several issues, including a persistent 0x800F0922 error. According to several users, the update is causing issues ranging from BSOD errors and slow boot times to reduced system performance. On the support page for […]

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As times change, Samsung’s executive team gets more youthful

Great companies adapt to changing times. As a conglomerate that’s been around for decades, that’s something Samsung is all too familiar with. The company’s executive team has gradually been incorporating more younger members as the conglomerate seeks to diversify its management team to better respond to current challenges. An analysis based on its current business […]

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Comment le New York Times compte mettre de l’IA générative dans sa rédaction

Le NYT met sur pied une équipe chargée d’utiliser l’IA générative dans la salle de rédaction. L’équipe se nomme “AI Initiative”. “L’équipe se concentrera sur le prototypage de nouvelles technologies, y compris l’IA générative et l’apprentissage automatique, afin d’améliorer la façon dont nous fournissons des contenus d’information aux lecteurs du monde entier”, a déclaré Jack […]

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Artificial Insufficient: Several Microsoft Copilot Pro subscribers report performance issues despite promised ‘priority access’ during peak times

What you need to know A week after Microsoft unveiled its new paid subscription for Microsoft Copilot, several users raised concerns on social media, citing performance issues and slow load times. Microsoft’s Windows lead, Mikhail Parakhin, ruled out the possibility of the issue being Server-related and pointed fingers at Microsoft’s Edge’s Efficiency Mode. Another user […]

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This absurd GMod map is 2,048 times the size of the universe, requires 12GB RAM minimum: “Probably the biggest map ever in videogame history”

What you need to know Garry’s Mod, also known as GMod, is a 2006 physics-driven sandbox game from Facepunch Studios that’s built on Valve’s Source engine. The game still has a passionate community today, and gets constant improvements thanks to fan-made addons.  A GMod player named Alexandrovich has created a map in the game that’s […]

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Intellectual property theft? Non-fiction authors sue Microsoft and OpenAI in class action lawsuit mirroring New York Times case

What you need to know Microsoft and OpenAI partner on the leading AI chatbot in ChatGPT. These AI Models train themselves by scraping the internet for content, often paraphrasing or directly quoting sources without compensation. The question of whether AI models fall into fair use is already being investigated by government regulators, but now several […]

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New York Times sues Microsoft and OpenAI for impacting its business, claims generative AI models don’t qualify for fair use

What you need to know Microsoft and OpenAI partner on the leading AI chatbot in ChatGPT. These AI Models train themselves by scraping the internet for content, often paraphrasing or directly quoting sources without compensation. The question of whether AI models fall into fair use is already being investigated by government regulators, but the NYTimes […]

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Time’s running out — This $599 RTX 3050 laptop is the PERFECT holiday gift for aspiring gamers on Cyber Monday

No doubt tactically falling into place roughly a month before the holidays in December, Cyber Monday is the perfect time to grab a massive discount on tech gifts. This Acer Nitro 5 15.6-inch gaming laptop, now $599.99 at Amazon, is ideal for a first-time PC gamer without presenting them with a paperweight. Plays modern games […]

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Time’s running out on this genuinely unmissable deal — 81% off Microsoft’s $250 Audio Dock for Cyber Monday

Earlier this year, Microsoft launched a new premium product called the “Audio Dock” which is designed to enhance calls in Teams, Slack, Google Meet, and more. It’s packed with ports and a healthy set of speakers, but it usually comes with a pretty hefty $250 price tag, except for right now. In what might be […]

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I bought Diablo 4 four times, and now here is Blizzard letting everyone play free for the whole week on Steam

What you need to know Blizzard has announced that from today, November 21 through to November 28 Diablo will be completely free to play on Steam. The game is Steam Deck verified, and if you already own the game on another platform, your character and progress will crossover seamlessly.  There is currently a Mother’s Blessings […]

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Oppo Find N3, Find N3 Flip certified to fold reliably 1 million times

Oppo launched the Find N3 Flip back in August, followed by the Find N3 in October. The devices have a foldable screen, and to assure consumers of the durability of the moving elements, Oppo got an official certification for the two phones. TUV Rheinland certified both the Find N3 Flip and the Find N3 to […]

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 — Release date with launch times for preloads, PC specs, and more

Finally, the full launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is here, and regardless of whether you play on an Xbox, PlayStation, or gaming PC, you need to prepare. Call of Duty is an annual blockbuster franchise developed by more than a dozen studios and published by Activision. Modern Warfare 3 (2023) is a […]

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MediaTek’s new chip is a reminder that time’s running out for Exynos

MediaTek came out all guns blazing with the Dimensity 9300, its new flagship smartphone processor. Just a few years ago, the Taiwanese chip firm was viewed as a supplier of average low-end and mid-range chips. However, the company has turned around its fortune over the past three years with remarkable determination, and Samsung should learn […]

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iOS 17: iPhone Stays in Sleep Mode After Sleep Schedule Times

Since downloading iOS 17, some iPhone users – including me – have noticed an issue with Sleep Mode. More specifically, the feature sometimes stays in Sleep Mode after your designated wake-up time. Related Reading: The problem primarily impacts users with iOS 17.0 on their devices, and it’s often solvable by downloading the latest mini-update, but […]

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Galaxy S23 sales bring good news for Samsung amid tough times

After the disappointing Galaxy S22 series, Samsung came back with a bang. The Galaxy S23 has been widely regarded as a success and received extremely positive reviews. That success has also translated into better sales compared to the Galaxy S22 series, and by a significant margin, at least according to a new report. Galaxy S23 […]

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Galaxy S23 got hacked three more times at Pwn2Own

Security researchers attending the Pwn2Own 2023 event in Toronto have successfully demonstrated three more security vulnerabilities affecting the Galaxy S23. The event hosted by Zero Day Initiative (ZDI) began earlier this week, and so far, the Galaxy S23 has been the subject of five hacks in total. On the first day of the event, the […]

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PAYDAY 2 has 15 times more players than PAYDAY 3, excuse me?

What you need to know PAYDAY 3 is a coop heist game that pits players against AI in various locations. PAYDAY 3 launched on September 18th, 2023 to poor reviews. Currently, PAYDAY 2 has 15 times the number of players than PAYDAY 3 does. PAYDAY is a multiplayer-focused coop heist game that puts players in […]

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PAYDAY 2 has 15 times more players than PAYDAY 3, excuse me?

What you need to know PAYDAY 3 is a coop heist game that pits players against AI in various locations. PAYDAY 3 launched on September 18th, 2023 to poor reviews. Currently, PAYDAY 2 has 15 times the number of players than PAYDAY 3 does. PAYDAY is a multiplayer-focused coop heist game that puts players in […]

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Recovering smartphone market brings signs of good times ahead for Samsung

Samsung and other smartphone brands have been going through tough times over the past year as smartphone demand waned due to various factors, including the global economic downturn and increasing inflation. So, almost all smartphone brands saw declined shipments and lower sales compared to 2021. However, it looks like things are about to get better […]

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Oppo Find N3 Flip and OnePlus Open get new rumored release times

Oppo’s Find N2 Flip was announced in China in December 2022, so it’s only around eight months old at this point. And yet, we’ve seen a lot of leaks and rumors regarding its successor already. As it turns out, that may not have been a coincidence – according to a new rumor from a usually […]

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