Two undersea cables in the Baltic Sea damaged in suspected sabotage
What just happened? Sabotaging undersea internet cables has become a common act of aggression in recent times. Following disruption to two of these cables in the Baltic Sea, including one that appears to have been physically cut, it seems the tactic is once again being employed. And there’s no prize for guessing the main suspect. […]
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High-end Google Pixel laptop under development, may ditch Chrome OS for Android
Rumor mill: Google is reportedly working on a high-end Pixel laptop, codenamed “Snowy.” The company is said to have assigned a dedicated team to the project, and the development is apparently ramping up “pretty quickly.” If the report turns out to be accurate, it will be Google’s second Pixel-branded laptop after the Pixelbook Go that […]
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Student-made rocket smashes 20-year-old world record, soaring 470,400 feet above Earth
What just happened? A team of engineering students from the University of Southern California just took amateur rocketry to new heights – literally. The USC Rocket Propulsion Lab broke the previous altitude record for student/amateur rockets last month when their Aftershock II vehicle soared an incredible 89.09 miles above the Earth’s surface. Launched on October […]
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Apple plans 2025 launch for AirTag 2 with enhanced security and range
Something to look forward to: Apple’s AirTag revolutionized the concept of easy smart location with its compact form factor and accurate directional tracking. Now the company is working on a next-generation device that will correct some of the missteps it made with the first one. Namely, the ease with which it can be used to […]
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The Game Awards rule change puts Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expansion in GOTY race
What just happened? It’s that time of year again when the nominations for The Game Awards are revealed. 2024 could be the first time in the event’s 10-year history that an expansion wins Game of the Year, thanks to a rule change that makes these non-standalone games eligible for the GOTY category. It means Elden […]
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PS5 Pro delivers 30% performance boost with minimal power increase
In brief: The PlayStation 5 Pro is finally here. And while leaks had already indicated the kind of performance uplifts to expect, the power consumption has surprised reviewers. Impressively, the console churns out roughly 30% higher frame rates than the previous models while sipping only marginally more power. Released with a $699.99 price tag, the […]
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Sony in talks to acquire Kadokawa, bringing Elden Ring maker FromSoftware under its wing
In brief: Sony appears to be increasing the number of gaming companies under its umbrella. Reports suggest it is acquiring Kadokawa Corporation, the Japanese media conglomerate that owns Elden Ring maker FromSoftware. Discussions are said to be ongoing, and a deal could be signed in the coming weeks. Reports that Sony is getting ready to […]
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The DOJ could force Google to sell Chrome and detach Android
Why it matters: The biggest antitrust case in decades might result in a corporate breakup that could fundamentally alter the web browsing and mobile software landscapes. Although the proceedings are far from settled, a report indicates that officials desire a major crackdown on Google. Confidential sources have told Bloomberg that the Department of Justice will […]
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Software engineer spends over $1 million to create the ultimate LAN party house
LANtastic: Most tech fans of a certain age have nostalgic memories of carrying their PCs and monitors to friends’ houses to partake in multiplayer games in a time before the internet made doing so quick and easy – albeit more impersonal. Maybe you used to think, “if I ever have enough money, I’ll make the […]
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Garbage truck driver rescues dumped 32-core Threadripper PC with RTX 2080 Ti
WTF?! Garbage collectors often stumble upon valuable or undamaged items, but finding a mostly functional, high-end PC might rank among one of the luckiest recent finds. Although the components are a few years old, the system booted flawlessly after a few smart repairs and minor replacements. Redditor and garbage truck driver “Siezio” recently shared, then […]
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