TechAmok News Archive
CES 2025: You've Grabbed My Attention - [gadgets]
11:37 AM EST - Jan,13 2025 - (1 comments) The video showcases a variety of cutting-edge products introduced at CES, focusing primarily on innovative robotic cleaning devices, advanced portable power stations, and high-tech 3D printing solutions. Robo Rock leads the segment with their new Z70 robot vacuum, equipped with an arm for picking up obstacles, along with their other flagship models featuring enhanced navigation and cleaning capabilities. Next, the APR Scuba X1 Pro Max pool cleaner is highlighted for its advanced mapping and cleaning features. Jackery's 5000 Plus power station aims to be a comprehensive backup solution, with unique solar roof tiles for sustainable energy. The video also explores Shokz's Open Fit 2 headphones, designed for comfort and sound quality without blocking ambient noise. Lastly, Creality presents its K2 Plus and entry-level 3D printers, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and user-friendly features.
Highlights.
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Kali Linux install in 5 minutes (Microsoft Windows) - [guides]
09:37 AM EST - Jan,12 2025 - (1 comments) It's very easy to install Kali Linux on Windows 11 using Hyper-V. BUT, would you use it? Or would you rather use VirtualBox or Vmware Workstation or something else? In this video I show you how to download and use Kali Linux in Hyper-V and also discuss if it is good or not. Do you agree with what I said?
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Absolutely Absurd RTX 50 Video Cards: Every 5090 & 5080 Announced So Far - [hardware]
04:32 AM EST - Jan,12 2025 - post a comment The video card partners went off the rails last generation, and with the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 Blackwell GPUs, they've continued the spiral of marketing inanity. Even still, in between all the marketing text, we can find some useful specs and information about upcoming GPU partner models. This video follows-up our series from the RTX 4090 launch by going over not only the entertaining absurdity of the partner video cards for the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, but also some of the hard specs. We'll have our work cut out for us in January and February of 2025 -- lots of GPU benchmarking and reviews to do!
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Password Cracking 101: From DES to ZIP - [security]
10:41 AM EST - Jan,11 2025 - post a comment In this video, Dave explains the mechanics behind DES encryption how it has been compromised over time, and demonstrates ethical password cracking techniques. Using powerful hardware and software tools like John the Ripper, he showcases how easy it is to break weak passwords, emphasizing the importance of robust password practices and understanding encryption weaknesses.
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Linux Mint 22.1 is nearly here - [software]
(Mint) - 05:18 AM EST - Jan,11 2025 - post a comment Linux Mint 22.1 'Xia', which got a beta release in December, is now undergoing final testing of its ISO before the stable version is made available for everyone. According to the Linux Mint website, the Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce editions are all undergoing testing right now and if they pass, they will start to filter out to the Linux Mint mirrors before an official announcement is made a couple of days later.
Despite the fact that it's only a point release in the Mint 22 series, it is still a substantial update. It comes with new power modes, Night Light integrated into the settings, Cinnamon 6.4, new artworks, and other improvements.
For those not familiar with Linux Mint, versions 22, 22.1, 22.2, and 22.3 will all be based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and receive updates until 2029. Unlike other operating systems, it's not necessary to stay on the latest point release, if you're happy with version 22, you can stay on that until 2029 with no issues or nagging.
Linux Mint adopts a very conservative ethos where new changes come incrementally, giving you time to get used to the changes. Given this fact, it's particularly popular among people who are more bothered about getting work done, rather than tinkering with their system. The Cinnamon edition, with its taskbar, isn't that different from Windows, making it popular with people who move from Windows to Linux Mint.
If you want Linux Mint 22.1 quickly after it passes the ISO testing, the best place to check will be on third-party mirrors, as it tends to arrive there first so they can be linked to in the official announcement a few days later. If you already run Mint 22, you'll eventually be able to upgrade via the Update Manager and if you are running the 22.1 beta, you'll also be able to upgrade just by applying available updates. |
AT&T Will Automatically Credit Customers for Outages - [briefly]
04:43 PM EST - Jan,10 2025 - post a comment AT&T has announced a new policy of automatically crediting customers a full day of service when the company is at fault for wireless outages of an hour or more. The new " AT&T Guarantee" is similar to the company's ad hoc response to a major outage almost a year ago. For an outage lasting more than 24 hours, customers will be credited for each additional day of the outage. The new policy has plenty of fine print, however. It only applies to postpaid customers with accounts in good standing and excludes FirstNet customers. Outages beyond the control of AT&T are excluded, including "natural disasters, weather-related events, or outages caused by third parties." An "outage" means at least ten towers out for 60 or more minutes "resulting from a single incident". To qualify, the customer must have been connected to an affected tower right before the outage, and lose service for at least 60 consecutive minutes as a result of the outage. The credit will be calculated based on the customer's base service plan price, excluding device payments, add-on services, taxes, and fees. Bill credits will be applied within 1-2 billing cycles. The company is also announcing a similar policy for its fiber customers that kicks in at 20 minutes instead of 60. |
OnePlus 13, 13R Boast Huge Batteries, Water Resistance - [mobile]
04:41 PM EST - Jan,10 2025 - post a comment OnePlus has revealed the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. The 13 is a true flagship phone meant to challenge flagship phones from Samsung and Apple, while the 13R is an "affordable flagship" phone meant to offer high-end features for a more accessible $600 price. Both phones feature a 6,000 mAh battery, Snapdragon 8-series processor, at least 12 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, 50 megapixel main camera with a Sony sensor, 50 megapixel telephoto camera, wide camera, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, and an infrared emitter. The 13 has IP69 water resistance, while the 13R is rated IP65. Both have ~6.8" displays with up to 120 Hz refresh; the 13 has QHD+ resolution, while the 13R has resolution 17% sharper than the common FHD+. Compared to last year's OnePlus 12, the new 13 upgrades to an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint reader and the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip (plus the larger battery and water resistance). The 13 can also capture 4K Dolby Vision or 4K at 60fps with Ultra Steady using all four cameras (even the front). Compared to last year's 12R, the new 13R has double the storage (now 256 GB), plus the added (2x/4x) tele camera, larger battery, more RAM, and water resistance. The 13 has Ceramic Guard protecting the display, while the 13R has the new Gorilla Glass 7i protecting both front and back. The new version of OxygenOS comes with Google Gemini and includes AI features like intelligent search within on-device documents, call transcription, photo un-blur, and photo Reflection Eraser. Despite the added features, OnePlus has managed to make the system files take up 5 GB less storage. OnePlus promises four years of OS upgrades and six years of security updates. Both phones are available starting today. The OnePlus 13 starts at $900 with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage. A version with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage normally sells for $1000, but is available for $900 until February 7. The 13 comes in white, black, or a "Midnight Ocean" blue with microfiber "vegan leather" back. The 13R comes in black or white, and sells for $600 (with 12 GB RAM and 256 storage).
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Apple Arcade brings 10 new games in January 2025 - [gaming]
04:39 PM EST - Jan,10 2025 - post a comment Apple's video game subscription service, Apple Arcade, has started 2025 by adding 10 new games to its catalog and updates to several existing titles. The Cupertino giant said that seven of these new titles are available immediately, while the three remaining ones will arrive on February 6. Here are the new games announced for Apple Arcade in January 2025, adding to the 200+ titles already available on the service:
It's Literally Just Mowing+
Rodeo Stampede+
Trials of Mania+
FINAL FANTASY+
Three Kingdoms HEROES
Gears & Goo
Skate City: New York
PGA TOUR Pro Golf (Feb 6)
Doodle Jump 2+ (Feb 6)
My Dear Farm+ (Feb 6)
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Best Robots at CES 2025 (Not) - [gadgets]
08:56 AM EST - Jan,10 2025 - post a comment This video discusses the various robots showcased at CES 2025 but refrains from naming a single 'best' robot. The presenter highlights various types of robots such as autonomous models, humanoid robots, and social robots, emphasizing their functionalities and the challenges in showcasing them in a chaotic environment. The experience of controlling a robot oneself is noted as a significant interaction compared to simply observing an autonomous robot at work.
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They Let me Game on AMD’s Unreleased MONSTER - [gaming]
06:49 PM EST - Jan,08 2025 - post a comment Join Linus as he explores the all new ROG XG Mobile powered NVIDIA 50-series, an updated ROG Zephyrus, the Flow Z13 gaming tablet powered by the all new AMD AI Max+ 395 with Radeon, AND MORE at CES 2025!
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NVIDIA has revealed the prices for the RTX 5090, 5080 and 5070 - [hardware]
12:53 PM EST - Jan,07 2025 - post a comment At CES 2025, NVIDIA revealed its new RTX 50 series GPUs. The green team has shared an impressive real-time video, and revealed its prices and availability. The high-end model will be the NVIDIA RTX 5090. This GPU will have a $1999 MSRP. Then we have the RTX 5080 which will be priced at $999. Finally, we have the RTX 5070Ti and the RTX 5070 which will have a $749 and $549 MSRP, respectively. NVIDIA stated that the RTX 5070 will be as powerful as the RTX 4090. The RTX 5090 and the RTX 5080 GPUs will become available on January 30th. Then, the RTX 5070Ti and the RTX 5070 will come out in February 2025.
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WORLD'S TOUGHEST GPS WATCH Garmin FENIX 8 Pro - [gadgets]
04:18 PM EST - Jan,06 2025 - post a comment Get ready to explore the great outdoors with the ultimate GPS watch - the Garmin FENIX 8 Pro! In this video, we'll put this rugged timepiece through its paces, testing its durability, water resistance, and advanced features in some of the toughest conditions on earth. From hiking and trail running to swimming and diving, we'll see if the FENIX 8 Pro lives up to its reputation as the world's toughest GPS watch. Whether you're an adventure seeker, athlete, or outdoor enthusiast, you won't want to miss this in-depth review of the Garmin FENIX 8 Pro.
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HW News - NZXT Faces Legal Scrutiny, Final NVIDIA RTX 50 Rumors, Facebook's AI Insanity - [hardware]
06:09 AM EST - Jan,06 2025 - post a comment In hardware news this week, we cover some law firms looking at Class Action possibilities with NZXT, a round-up of the final RTX 50-series GPU specs leaks before NVIDIA's formal announcement (likely tomorrow), AMD 9070 leaks, a new OneXPlayer G1 convertible handheld gaming PC, and more. Meta's dystopian AI "friends" get a mini-rant about the death of the internet as we know it, plus we get another AI supercut of CEO obsession.
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RTX 5080 & RX 9070 XT Leaked Pricing - [hardware]
08:00 AM EST - Jan,05 2025 - (1 comments) In the Hardware Unboxed Q&A video, the hosts discuss leaked pricing and performance expectations for upcoming GPUs, such as Nvidia's RTX 5080 and AMD's RX 9070 XT. They emphasize the importance of good price-to-performance ratios and adequate VRAM to ensure consumer upgrades are worth the investment. They also question AMD's naming strategy and the implications of GPU specifications on their market competitiveness.
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The end of a ThinkPad era! - [hardware]
07:45 AM EST - Jan,04 2025 - post a comment The video discusses major leaks surrounding the next-generation ThinkPad and Nintendo Switch, along with a significant data breach at Volkswagen. It highlights the changes in design for the ThinkPad, increased hardware capabilities for the Switch, and the consequences of Volkswagen's data negligence.
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Tangem Bug Explained! - [security]
07:14 AM EST - Jan,04 2025 - post a comment In this video, Cyber Scrilla delves into a serious bug found in the Tangem wallet that accidentally recorded private keys in support request logs. He explains the bug's implications, the nature of the vulnerability, and Tangem's response to fix the issue, emphasizing the importance of securing users' wallets moving forward.
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Samsung and Apple working on new battery tech to compete with Chinese OEMs - [technology]
09:46 AM EST - Jan,03 2025 - post a comment Chinese smartphone OEMs are popular for packing large batteries into their smartphones. In contrast, major players like Samsung and Apple typically opt for traditional battery capacities inside their phones. While Samsung's M-series and F-series include a few models with batteries as large as 7,000mAh, this trend doesn't extend to its flagship series. However, if the latest report is to be believed, then we may soon see bigger batteries inside Samsung and Apple smartphones.
It is tipped that Chinese smartphone manufacturers plan to launch more phones with bigger batteries as large as 7,000mAh to 8,000mAh starting next year. Reports suggest that Chinese OEMs aim to achieve this without adding bulk to their smartphones. In response, Samsung and Apple are ramping up their efforts, and are reportedly, developing new battery technologies to keep up with their Chinese rivals.
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ESET recommends installing Linux if your unsupported Windows 11 PC can't update from 10 - [briefly]
05:08 AM EST - Jan,03 2025 - post a comment ESET Germany has published a new blog post about the upcoming end of support for Windows 10 and how it is going to affect around 65% or roughly 32 million PCs there. The security firm has expressed concern over this since the vast majority of desktop PC owners are still on the outgoing OS which will leave them vulnerable. As such, the firm recommends moving to Windows 11.
ESET Germany's IT security expert Thorsten Urbanski says (Google-translated to English):
It's five minutes to twelve to avoid a security fiasco for 2025. We strongly advise all users not to wait until October, but to switch to Windows 11 immediately or choose an alternative operating system if their device cannot be updated to the latest Windows operating system. Otherwise, users expose themselves to considerable security risks and make themselves vulnerable to dangerous cyber attacks and data loss
The situation is more dangerous than when support for Windows 7 ended in early 2020.
Even before the official date, at the end of 2019, only around 20 percent of users were still using Windows 7. Over 70 percent were already using the new Windows 10. The current situation is extremely dangerous. Cyber criminals know these numbers very well and are just waiting for the day when support ends.
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11 Amazing Amazon Gadgets For Less Than $50! - [gadgets]
09:29 AM EST - Jan,01 2025 - post a comment Hey everyone! Welcome to the cheapest and coolest gadgets under $50 on Amazon! We're showcasing some awesome, budget-friendly gadgets you'll want to check out. If you find something you love, all the details are in the video. Don't forget to drop a like, comment on your favorite gadget, and subscribe for more affordable tech finds. Let's dive in!
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2025 Changan Huawei AVATR 12 PHEV 1155km range under $37,500 walk-around - [briefly]
06:33 AM EST - Jan,01 2025 - post a comment This is the 2025 Changan Huawei AVATR 12 REV 1155km range under $37,500 walk-around. Avatr officially announced the commencement of the first batch of deliveries for the 2025 Avatr 12. The new car was released on November 2nd, offering a total of 2 range-extended versions, 3 pure electric versions, and 1 Royal Theater version, with a price range of 269,900 to 429,900 RMB. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 1.5T range extender, with a maximum output power of 115kW, and the drive motor has a maximum power of 231kW. The range-extended version is equipped with CATL Freevoy super hybrid battery, with a CLTC pure electric range of 245km and a combined range of 1155km!
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Chinese hackers breach US Treasury computers - [security]
06:17 AM EST - Dec,31 2024 - post a comment The US Treasury says Chinese hackers stole major documents in a computer breach.
The hackers compromised third-party cybersecurity service provider BeyondTrust and were able to access unclassified documents, the letter said.
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Investigating Reddit's Exploded 9800X3D CPU - [hardware]
03:58 AM EST - Dec,31 2024 - post a comment An exploded AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU on reddit popped-up last month and caused a stir. The motherboard & CPU combination incinerated, with a total blowout causing not only melted socket plastics, but bubbling-up solder through the socket, pins that turned blue from heat, and scorched pads on the CPU. This post-mortem embarks on the fun of uncovering the total impact of the damage, scorched traces, damaged 24-pin plastics, and ultimately, aims to answer the cause of failure. Hopefully this helps users prevent mistakes in the future, but it's always worth taking each of these types of catastrophic failures seriously as we may learn something new. In this one, we at least learned a bit about the socket types.
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Block Any Windows Program From Running - [security]
04:44 PM EST - Dec,30 2024 - post a comment In this video I'm going to show you how to stop any app you want from running in Windows. You can use this to block employees or kids from using programs you don't want them to.
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Apple might finally stop embarrassing iPhone owners by boosting iPhone 17 refresh rate - [mobile]
04:08 AM EST - Dec,30 2024 - post a comment These days, even mid-range, affordable Android smartphones are stepping up their game with a 120Hz display. In contrast, the $799 standard iPhone 16 and $899 iPhone 16 Plus are still launching with a modest 60Hz display, which can be disappointing. However, there's hope for the next generation of iPhones, as Apple might be gearing up to boost the refresh rate. The news comes on the heels of a report by Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station stating that the standard version of the iPhone 17 series is likely to have a high refresh rate. The tipster adds that the information is based on supply chain materials.
While the exact refresh rate of the standard iPhone 17 is yet to be discovered, Apple is less likely to opt for a 120Hz refresh rate. Instead, the standard models could get a 90Hz refresh rate, while the 120Hz grade is reserved for the Pro and Pro Max models. Digital Chat Station hasn't provided more context, so we should take these claims with a pinch of salt.
In the meantime, Apple reportedly has a Slim/Air version of the iPhone 17 in the pipeline, which is supposed to replace the Plus models in the iPhone lineup. The device is tipped to be 2nm thinner than the iPhone 16 Pro and could also get a 90Hz display. |
NSO Group Found Liable for Hacking WhatsApp to Install Spyware - [security]
04:06 AM EST - Dec,30 2024 - post a comment A federal judge in California has declared that Israel-based NSO Group violated the U.S. Computer Fraud and Abuse Act when it designed its Pegasus phone spyware to leverage Meta's WhatsApp servers. NSO sells Pegasus to governments and law enforcement around the world. One of the ways Pegasus spyware can be installed on a victim's phone is via a modified WhatsApp client that uses WhatsApp servers. The spyware is installed remotely and silently, without user interaction. Meta claims that happened to more than a thousand targeted phones. The case will continue, to determine the civil damages owed by NSO. The case could be appealed. |
I OWE Him This Upgrade - AMD $5000 Ultimate Tech Upgrade! - [hardware]
05:04 AM EST - Dec,29 2024 - post a comment MERRY CHRISTMAS! And to celebrate we are doing another AMD Ultimate Tech Upgrade, with a computer upgrade, in-ceiling speakers, and even a KVM Setup Dock! Join us as one of Linus Tech Tips longest standing employees FINALLY gets his upgrade
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Ford Capri 2025: A Practical Electric SUV for the Future - [briefly]
04:35 PM EST - Dec,27 2024 - post a comment The 2025 Ford Capri is back with a sleek modern design, powerful performance, and advanced technology This iconic car redefines innovation with its hybrid engine, luxurious interiors, and cutting-edge safety features Discover its top specifications, pricing, and availability Join us as we dive into the history and future of this automotive legend Don't miss out on everything you need to know about the 2025 Ford Capri
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HW News - The $182,000 GPU, Intel & CEO Sued, Corsair Responds to GN Review, & RTX 5090 Rumors - [hardware]
02:03 PM EST - Dec,26 2024 - (1 comments) In hardware news this past week, we have a ton of rumors to round-out the year. In addition to NVIDIA and AMD GPU rumors, there's news from Intel's camp on further Arc B580 driver improvements, strong GPU sales, and bug fixes. In other Intel news, the company's former CEO is now being sued, as is the company, for a number of shareholder-related reasons.
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WhatsApp to stop supporting older Android phones starting January 2025, check full list here - [mobile]
02:05 AM EST - Dec,26 2024 - post a comment Meta-owned WhatsApp has announced that it will be dropping support for older Android phones starting January 2025. Notably, users will no longer be able to use the messaging platform on their devices running Android KitKat (Android 4.4). So, if you are still hanging an Android device with Android 4.4, it is time to say goodbye and get a new smartphone if you wish to continue using WhatsApp.
WhatsApp has undergone a lot of changes over the years and now is a feature-loaded communication platform. Recently, Meta announced that WhatsApp will drop support for multiple iPhone models running iOS 15.1 or below starting May 5, 2025. Affected devices include the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus. Now, something similar is going to happen with multiple Android models because Meta wants to implement new functionalities, advanced AI features, enhanced security standards, and more.
Reportedly, WhatsApp will stop supporting the following Android devices from January 1, 2025:
Samsung: Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy Ace 3, Galaxy S4 Mini
Motorola: Moto G (1st Gen), Razr HD, Moto E (2014)
HTC: One X, One X+, Desire 500, Desire 601
LG: Optimus G, Nexus 4, G2 Mini, L90
Sony: Xperia Z, Xperia SP, Xperia T, Xperia V
Starting January 1, 2025, these devices will no longer support WhatsApp and all media and chat history from WhatsApp will be deleted. It is strongly advised that you backup all of your data and transfer it onto a newer device. For users looking for an alternative, Telegram supports Android devices running Android 6.0 or above. So, old device owners will have to look for other messaging apps or upgrade their smartphones |
Samsung Galaxy S25 - Samsung Finally Steps Up - [mobile]
04:55 PM EST - Dec,23 2024 - post a comment Samsung Galaxy S25 is finally stepping up as Samsung is finally fixing one of the biggest shortcomings of their base flagships with the Galaxy S25. And not just that—we've got some fresh updates about the rest of the Galaxy S25 lineup including the Galaxy S25 Slim So, let's get into it!
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Top 5 Best GPUs 2024 - [hardware]
10:03 AM EST - Dec,22 2024 - post a comment For people living in North America, waiting until next year is a risky idea since Trump's tariff war will mean a huge increase for video cards (and everything else for that matter).
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Apple Shuts Down Hardware Subscription Dreams - [mobile]
10:02 AM EST - Dec,22 2024 - post a comment Apple is said to have shut down its plans for an iPhone subscription service. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has the details on that story and more. He joins Caroline Hyde on "Bloomberg Technology" to discuss.
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ARC B580 vs RX 7700 XT - Tested in 16 Games - [hardware]
09:56 AM EST - Dec,22 2024 - post a comment Intel ARC B580 12GB vs RX 7700 XT 12GB - Tested in 16 Games 1080p, 1440p, 2160p, 4k, 2k, dlls 3.7, fsr 3.1, xess 2, ray tracing, frame generation, native
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Change This Setting if You Upgrade to Windows 11 - [guides]
12:05 PM EST - Dec,20 2024 - post a comment If you are thinking about upgrading to Windows 11 from Windows 10, then changing this setting can save you a major headache. The "go back to previous version of Windows" is only 10 days by default, this not enough time to decide whether you like Windows 11 or not and if you go past 10 days, you will be force to do a fresh install of Windows 10 if you want to go back. But you can extend the "Go Back Windows 10" option for up to 60 days. I will show you how.
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Best New Budget SSD? - WD Blue SN5000 Gen4 NVMe SSD Review - [hardware]
12:03 PM EST - Dec,20 2024 - post a comment This video reviews the WD Blue SN5000 Gen4 NVMe SSD, a budget-friendly option with a 4TB capacity. The reviewer tests the drive's performance in various benchmarks, including PCMark 10, 3DMark Storage, and sequential read/write tests. They also discuss the drive's thermals and compare its price to other similar SSDs.
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