That’s not the case when it comes to Apple devices. No, Apple cables are so smart that they draw a small amount of power even when there’s no device connected to the other end. One culprit is Lightning-to-USB-C cables. They draw power, but it’s important to note that it’s a negligible amount. Here’s a genuine Apple cable plugged into a power bank. Note that there’s nothing plugged into the other end....
The TP-Link AX5400 (Archer AX73) is on sale for $154, a saving of $45 or 23% off the typical $199 RRP. A router is now a key accessory in the modern home. With a plethora of streaming services, consoles, mobile devices, and Internet of Things (IoT) products to network and manage, the basic routers your ISP provides aren’t the best option – and especially when it comes to getting the best out of your broadband contract....
The collapsed state is a thin taskbar that only shows critical status icons and is designed to avoid accidental actions when holding a tablet. The expanded state is a broader taskbar with larger icons that are easier to touch. The taskbar automatically switches to the optimized version when the user disconnects or folds back the keyboard on a 2-in-1 device. Users can also switch between the states by swiping up or down on the taskbar....
The two companies will have a unified system of record to manage customers’ entire workforce.Offer visibility tools to optimize costs and workers mix.Workday with VNDLY can provide an end-to-end process for requisitions, statements of work, onboarding, invoicing and payroll.The integration will include compliance and security tools. Workday said it will invest in VNDLY’s managed service provider network and support third party integrations. Separately, Workday reported third quarter revenue of $1.33 billion, up 20% from a year ago....
We spent over two weeks analyzing seven popular plans and comparing them across four top providers. We found a service that offers a variety of high-speed cable internet plans with several budget-friendly bundling options. To top it off, Xfinity ranks among the most reliable ISPs. Reliability means you are more likely to receive the internet speeds you pay for as advertised. Pros Reliable service Wide availabilityPlenty of bundling options...
Last September, YouTube announced that content creators would be able to monetize their Shorts content through the temporary Shorts fund, which would eventually be replaced by the YouTube Partner Program (YPP). That time has come, and the YouTube Shorts Fund is now a thing of the past. Starting Tuesday, Shorts are now included in the YPP, which will enable channels to earn money for ads that play between the Shorts feed....
Must read: 9 awesome G Suite features that its designers wish more people knew aboutMore favorite features of Google’s designers: Drive, Hangouts, and Voice 1. Song ID 2. Routines Also: Govee Lyra: a constellation of lights in a stunning light bar (plus an Alexa hack) I use routines to turn off blocks of lights, like all the ceiling lights. I also use them to turn on lights when it’s time to wake up, and to control the hall light, as I discussed a few weeks ago....
During a press briefing on Tuesday morning, AFP commissioner Reece Kershaw said the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) gained access to an encrypted application, named Anom, and ran it without the knowledge of the criminal underworld. With that access, the AFP helped to decrypt and read encrypted communication that was sent over Anom in real time as part of the operation. “Essentially, we have been in the back pockets of organised crime and operationalised the criminal takedown like we’ve never seen....
According to reports from Bloomberg, Apple is requiring employees to work in the office on Tuesdays, Thursdays and a regular third day that will be assigned by individual teams. The new policy will begin in Silicon Valley and then be applied to other offices. Employees were notified about the work shift on Monday, August 15th. Apple’s move to a hybrid work model has been delayed several times since the start of the coronavirus pandemic....
A new report carried out by research agency Ipsos Mori into the current state of the UK’s AI labor market found that close to 110,500 job opening were posted in the past year for roles related to AI and data science. That’s more than double the number of vacancies registered in 2014, and a 16% increase from 2019, marking the highest year to date for AI jobs posted on the market....
AI engineers combine engineering, computer science, and machine learning principles to give machines problem-solving abilities. Read on to learn more about life as an AI engineer. Day in the life of an AI engineer As experts in programming, software engineering, and data science, AI engineers find work across industries. AI engineers typically work in an office setting as part of a team. They collaborate with fellow engineers, data scientists, and information technology experts to design, create, and implement systems and applications capable of completing complex tasks....
The iPlay 40 Pro tablet has a 10.4-inch screen with 2000 x 1200 px resolution and a nice form factor and aspect ratio. Its dimensions are 248.1 x 157.9mm, and it is 8.2mm thick and weighs 475g. Squeezed into this slimline tablet is a 6.200mAh battery which will last for up to seven hours of online video playback – or 10 hours of local video playback. An impressive amount for such a slim unit....
Fire TV Stick out of the box, with accompanying cables and remoteYour TV Step 1: Gather the items to install Step 2: Find the HDMI ports on your TV Next, you need to find the HDMI ports on your TV to plug in the device. Look for these ports on the back or sides of your TV. The manufacturer will have a label indicating which ports are for HDMI cables. The Fire Stick also comes with an HDMI extender you can use if the device is too bulky to fit in a tight space....
The star of the Echo announcements is arguably the Echo Show 15. The large TV-like display does more than just provide a means to answer trivia questions, while a new partnership with Disney will add some fun features to Echo devices. Then there’s the new Echo Glow, a device that’s designed to keep kids entertained and engaged during video calls with loved ones. Echo Show 15 The new Echo Show 15 has a 15....
Mostly the same. Well, so similar that sometimes it doesn’t make that much difference which one you fly. Yet each has small pockets of difference that – given four of them own more than 80% of all airline seats – can truly stand out. Southwest’s no bag-fee policy, for example. Or Delta’s extra attention to customer service. (I know, this used to be the case. You’re still allowed to dream....
Earthquake alerts were first announced in August, and uses smartphone accelerometers to detect sudden earth movements. If the phone detects an earthquake, it will send a signal to Google’s earthquake detection server, along with a course location of where the tremor occurred. The server will then combine the information it has received from multiple Android phones to figure out if an earthquake is happening. Eventually, if an earthquake is detected, the system will automatically send warning alerts to Android devices so people can find cover or safer ground....
Still, I’m bored. None of this is unexpected. None of this rocks my world. None of this seems like the impossible made possible. Admit it. You’re just a little bit bored, too. And, yeah. That’s amazing. We’ll explore why after we go back over the announcements. Also: iPhone 14 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: Is an upgrade worth it? Quick announcement recap Let’s just briefly check in on what’s been announced....
Every year a new iPhone comes out. And every year Apple waxes endlessly about how much better its camera is than the camera it peddled the previous year. How much better do you really need it to be? I have an iPhone 12 and the camera does wondrous things on my behalf. It makes difficult pictures look delightful. So when Apple pushes out ad after meaningless ad claiming its camera is now Hollywood standard, I tend to stare blankly and hope the NBA game starts soon....
You can download and install any of the updates through the normal means right now, or wait a few days if you don’t like testing out new software before others to ensure there aren’t any launch day bugs or issues. Also: Apple’s new Freeform whiteboard app: 3 things you need to know to get started Below I’ll walk you through some of the feature highlights of what’s new in each update....
The 2022 iPhone offering consists of four new smartphones, including the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Notice that the iPhone 14 Mini isn’t an option, as Apple has retired the smallest phone in its lineup and replaced it with a larger screen iPhone 14 Plus. Also: iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro: Is the newest iPhone worth the upgrade? iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus The base iPhone 14 models now come in 6....
