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Firefox 120 arrives with new privacy and security features

Firefox is adding new privacy tools, such as "Tell websites not to sell or share my data" and "Copy Link Without Site Tracking" context menus to copy a link without any tracking information.

By Ivan Franco, November 20, 2023, 2:27 PM

Download of the Week Hardware

CoreDirector lets you take full control of P-cores and E-cores on your Intel CPU

CoreDirector allows you to control which processes and applications run on P-cores and which run on E-cores. CoreDirector is a free application, compatible with any 12th-gen Intel CPU and above.

By Ivan Franco, November 18, 2023, 10:58 AM

Software Download of the Week

Blender 4 launches, adds AMD RDNA2 and RDNA3 APU support

Blender 4.0 features new Node tools, AgX for better color handling, a new HDR option as well as light and shadow linking for illuminate specific objects

By Ivan Franco, November 17, 2023, 6:07 AM

Software Microsoft

Microsoft will allow Windows 11 users in the EU to uninstall Edge and disable Bing

To comply with the Digital Markets Act

By Rob Thubron, November 17, 2023, 5:19 AM 9 comments

Software Microsoft

Windows is now an iPhone app, letting you stream a PC in the cloud

New cloud app bundles Azure, Windows 365, Dev Box, and remote desktop access

By Daniel Sims, November 17, 2023, 12:24 AM

Software Download of the Week

HandBrake 1.7.0 adds AMD AV1 and Nvidia NVENC AV1 encoders

HandBrake 1.7.0 adds support for AMD VCN AV1 and Nvidia NVENC AV1 encoders, as well as faster HEVC decoding. There are improvements to video conversion speeds, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ dynamic range.

By Ivan Franco, November 16, 2023, 2:39 PM

Download of the Week Microsoft

All-new Microsoft .NET 8 brings more performance and enhancements

Microsoft's latest open-source framework just hit version 8, introducing a new code generator (PGO) that promises up to 20% faster app performance, as well as .NET Aspire.

By Erik Orejuela, November 16, 2023, 2:22 PM

Software AI

Adobe's new audio AI tool can isolate voices and other sounds in recordings

The "Sneak" preview technology still needs some fine-tuning

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 16, 2023, 1:52 PM

Software Microsoft

Microsoft confirms Windows 10 and 11 activation issues, says it is investigating

The problem cropped up after Microsoft rolled out an update last month to plug an activation loophole

By Kishalaya Kundu, November 16, 2023, 8:23 AM 18 comments

3D Game Rendering 101: The Making of Graphics Explained

FEATURE By Nick Evanson, November 16, 2023, 1:20 AM TechSpot Tech Culture

You're playing the latest games at beautiful 4K ultra res. Do you ever wonder how those graphics got there? Welcome to our 3D Game Rendering 101: A guide to how one basic frame of gaming goodness is made.

Car Tech Software

Rivian "fat finger" error bricks vehicles' infotainment systems

"This is on us - we messed up"

By Rob Thubron, November 15, 2023, 10:31 AM 17 comments

Mobile Software

Nothing Phone 2 gets iMessage support on Android, with more to come

Beta available now in the US, UK, Canada, and EU

By Daniel Sims, November 15, 2023, 7:33 AM

Gaming Software

Baldur's Gate 3 dramatic memory optimizations on Xbox could benefit PC and other platforms

Impressive memory usage savings on Xbox Series S port

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 13, 2023, 2:34 PM

Software AI

A new AI algorithm can create 3D models from 2D images in 5 seconds

Just beware of blurry textures and potential copyright infringement

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 10, 2023, 8:46 AM

Software Microsoft

OneDrive users must justify why they are closing the app before exiting (Updated)

You aren't leaving until you tell Microsoft why

WTF?! Trust Microsoft to find new ways of making something (even more) annoying. The act of closing the OneDrive for Windows app will now force users to explain why they are doing such a thing. And don't think you can just ignore the question - Microsoft won't let you quit the program until you answer.

Full story By Rob Thubron, November 10, 2023, 5:19 AM 17 comments

Microsoft AI

Microsoft Copilot AI could soon come to Windows 10

Windows 10's end-of-support date may get an extension beyond 2025, too

By Kishalaya Kundu, November 9, 2023, 8:47 AM 11 comments

Tech Culture Software

Software engineers should develop a T-shaped skill set, but what is that?

When engineers start out in their careers, finding a niche and excelling in it is all-important

By Amanda Kavanagh, November 9, 2023, 7:02 AM

Software Apple

Google wants EU regulators to force Apple to open up iMessage

In context: Google, Meta, and other message service operators have long fought to convince Apple to make the advanced features of iMessage interoperable with competitors. The Cupertino giant hasn't budged so far, but European regulators could force its hand if Google and a few telecoms get their way.

Full story By Daniel Sims, November 9, 2023, 6:11 AM 12 comments

Download of the Week Software

Microsoft OneNote for Windows improves meeting notes

OneNote is a free to download digital notebook app that can be used independently of Microsoft Office. Microsoft recently updated OneNote for Windows with an improved meeting selection experience, with more upgrades to come soon.

By Erik Orejuela, November 8, 2023, 6:39 AM

Software Apple

Apple halts iOS 18 and macOS 15 feature development over numerous early bugs

"It's a problem of 10,000 people typing code and completely breaking the operating system"

By Cal Jeffrey, November 7, 2023, 6:16 PM 7 comments

AI Industry

Opinion: The rapidly evolving state of Generative AI

The profound influence that GenAI is poised to exert on businesses is no longer in question

By Bob O'Donnell, November 7, 2023, 7:38 AM

How to Block Incoming and Outgoing Network Connections Using the Windows Firewall

FEATURE By Nick Evanson, November 7, 2023, 6:13 AM TechSpot Security

In today's world of permanent Internet connectivity, a firewall is an essential component of your device's security. Master the Windows 11 firewall with our handy guide on setting up custom blocks for incoming and outgoing traffic.

Hardware Software

Microsoft is extending the support period for Surface devices

Two more years of driver and firmware updates, but there's a catch

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 6, 2023, 12:45 PM

Download of the Week Software

Files app 3.0 revamps UI, adds command palette

The open source Files app is solid Windows File Explorer replacement with this new version introducing a complete UI refresh, Office docs preview, support for more file formats and more.

By Erik Orejuela, November 6, 2023, 11:15 AM

Software Tech Culture

Landlord cartel used software to inflate rent prices, a new lawsuit claims

DC's largest landlords colluded with software maker to steal millions of dollars from tenants

By Alfonso Maruccia, November 3, 2023, 8:43 AM 16 comments