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Quick Links Summary Apple’s M4 system-on-chip is the first M chip to launch outside of a MacBook, debuting in the 2024 iPad Pro. So how does it compare to its replacement, the M3? Introducing Apple M4 Silicon On the surface, the M4 is the fourth iteration of Apple’s M-branded system-on-a-chip (SoC) that houses a nine or 10-core CPU, a 10-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. Currently, it is only available in two configurations (where one variant has more processing cores than the other)on the 2024 iPad Pro....

Microsoft is putting AI front and center in everything these days. It has added Copilot to its browser, its operating system, and its work apps, and has also brought it to the browser and smartphones. Windows has also been a target for Microsoft’s AI ambitions, even Windows 10. Now, Microsoft has more plans for its Copilot AI in Windows 11 TheWindows Copilotfeature is getting a range of improvements in theWindows Insider builds, which should eventually trickle down to all Windows 11 PCs....

It only took about 40 years, but Microsoft Excel now supports checkboxes. This functionality is currently rolling out to Windows and macOS desktop users, with a web and mobile release “coming soon.” The newcheckboxes implementationis similar to what’s offered in Google Sheets. Highlight some cells in your spreadsheet, open the “Insert” menu from the top ribbon, and click the “Checkbox” button. A blank checkbox will be inserted in each of your highlighted cells....

The latest iteration of Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone’s cult classic Stardew Valley farm simulator is now available. The update contains a host of new features and assets as well as a sizable secret for mobile players: multiplayer mode. That’s right, you’re finally getting some farm handsto help manage your mobile spread. The new feature is finally available on the mobile app, having previously debuted on both the PC and console versions, enabling up to eight players to help out around a central farm....

Each December, Oxford University Press (OUP)—the organization responsible for the Oxford English Dictionary—announces its word of the year, a word or expression that has attracted attention over the past 12 months and captures the mood or concerns of that particular year. OUP’s 2024 word of the year isbrain rot, defined as the “Supposed deterioration of a person’s mental or intellectual state, especially viewed as a result of overconsumption of material (now particularly online content) considered to be trivial or unchallenging....

It’s been two years since Drobo filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and stopped providing support for its NAS hardware. Now, Plex says it will end Drobo compatibility following the Plex Media Server 1.41.7 release in Q2 2025. Existing Drobo setups may continue running Plex Media Server, but Plexwill not provide updatesfor Drobo NAS boxes. In other words, your Drobo-based media server will continue working for some time, but it will slowly lose functionality as Plex, TMDB, and associated services make server-side changes that require newer versions of PMS....

Summary The Snapdragon chips that tend to make headlines the most are the Snapdragon 8 and Snapdragon X series, since they are the most powerful. But Qualcomm, as you’re well aware, also makes chips for cheaper phones as well. The latest Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is here, and you’ll be seeing it soon on some of the best mid-range phones later this year. Qualcomm has officially launched the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, the latest SoC in its 7-series lineup....

Summary Apple Numbers is a great spreadsheet tool, but it isn’t Excel. These two number-crunchers work very differently, and if you plan on editing Excel spreadsheets in Numbers, you’ll need to watch out for some common issues that might pop up along the way. Numbers Supports Fewer Formulas, Which Could Break Your Data As you’d expect from a piece of software that’s nearly 40 years old, Excel has just about every feature you could expect from a spreadsheet editor....

Nowadays, we spend almost as much time sitting as we do sleeping or standing. Yet while most mattresses are designed to ergonomically support your body, not all chairs receive this same treatment. That’s why a company that focuses on ergonomics, leading technology, and professionalism is absolutely essential when it comes to choosing a chair that can appropriately support you throughout your busy day. Right now, you can get the best-ever prices on the Hbada E3 Pro with Black Friday in full swing....

Summary When I was around ten years old, I turned on the TV one day and instead of the regular 2D cartoons I still love to this day, there was something else on my screen. These characters were in 3D, and they were moving around the inside of a virtual space in a computer. Both literally, and within the plot of the story. This wasReBoot, a groundbreaking show that just turned 30....

Quick Links Summary Homeowners are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint, save money on power bills, charge an EV, or be more prepared for an emergency. Solar panels are a great way to achieve all the above, but they’re a significant investment that won’t pay themselves off for several years or even longer if you get an entire solar roof. Solar energy and home solar panel systems are becomingincreasingly more affordable, which means potential buyers have a lot of questions....

The Intel NUC is many things—a tiny PC, a hobbyist’s plaything, or even a Plex media server. Unfortunately, we must add “retiree” to this list. As reported byServeTheHome(and subsequently confirmed by Intel), the NUC brand is now discontinued. Intel NUC, or “Next Unit of Compute,” has been at the forefront of the mini PC movement for several years. It sells fully-assembled mini PCs in several configurations, which are great for businesses or individuals who need small computers....

Think of plug-inhybrid cars(PHEVs) as the sweet spot between traditional gas (ICE) cars and fullyelectric vehicles(EVs). They offer solid fuel efficiency and can run purely on electricity for quick trips around town. While some PHEVs boast impressive electric ranges, what really matters for most drivers is getting the best bang for your buck. That’s why we’ve focused on themost affordable PHEVyou can buy right now, without sacrificing too much on range or performance....