TechAmok News Archive
Introducing Windows 365 Link - [briefly]
05:39 PM EST - Nov,19 2024 - post a comment Windows 365 Link is the first Cloud PC device purpose-built for Windows 365. It can connect to your Cloud PC in seconds with a simple sign-in, accessing a familiar Windows Desktop with high-fidelity performance. Windows 365 Link offers seamless setup and streamlined management through Microsoft Intune, ensuring your IT environment is efficiently maintained alongside other PCs. As a stateless and adminless device, it does not store user profile data or install additional software.
Optimize your work experience with passwordless authentication, high-performance video conferencing, and support for essential peripherals. Designed with a robust security posture, Windows 365 Link provides data protection with features like Secure Boot, BitLocker encryption, Hypervisor-based Code Integrity, and more.
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2025 Toyota Corolla - The Most Anticipated Car of the Year! - [briefly]
04:43 AM EST - Nov,19 2024 - post a comment 2025 Toyota Corolla is generating major buzz as one of the most highly anticipated compact cars of the year. With a sleek design, cutting-edge technology, and incredible fuel efficiency, the 2025 Toyota Corolla is set to redefine what we expect from affordable vehicles. In this video, we take a deep dive into everything you need to know about this revolutionary car, from its new features to its performance capabilities. Whether you're considering purchasing the 2025 Toyota Corolla or simply love cars, this review will cover all the details you can't miss. Stay tuned to discover why the 2025 Toyota Corolla is becoming one of the most sought-after vehicles in 2025!
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Equinix - I Can't BELIEVE They Let Me in Here! - [briefly]
03:38 PM EST - Nov,15 2024 - post a comment When Equinix offered to give us complete access to one of their industry-leading data centers in Toronto, we leapt at the opportunity to take you on an exclusive behind the scenes tour inside the cloud!
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Unboxing AI Hardware - Intel AI PCs - [hardware]
05:38 PM EST - Nov,13 2024 - post a comment So I asked Intel for one ultra-powerful AI machine for home and one sleek AI laptop for travel, and they sent me these beauties (the Dell Latitude 5450 and the Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 respectively, both powered by #IntelCoreUltra Processors with the #IntelvPro platform)
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Amazon to shut down its ad-supported free video streaming platform Freevee - [briefly]
12:42 PM EST - Nov,13 2024 - post a comment Amazon has announced that it will be shutting down its free, ad-supported streaming platform, Freevee. The platform is home to a lot of original shows, along with over 100 originals from the Prime Video roster. Freevee will bid adieu over the course of the next few weeks, but there is good news.
All Freevee users will now be redirected to Prime Video. In regions where Freevee is available: the US, the UK, Germany, etc., users will be able to watch Freevee's free content, such as Jury Duty, Bosch: Legacy, Neighbours, Alex Rider, etc., on Prime Video, under the "Watch for Free" label. The ad-supported platform of Prime Video is included as a part of Amazon's Prime membership for $15/month. |
NVIDIA Releases GeForce 566.14 WHQL Game Ready Driver - [gaming]
06:27 PM EST - Nov,12 2024 - post a comment NVIDIA has released its latest GeForce Game Ready drivers, version 566.14 WHQL. The new drivers release comes with optimization for S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chornobyl and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, including DLSS 3 support for these two games. The one-click optimal settings in GeForce Experience and the NVIDIA App have been updated with new titles as well and now include Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Delta Force, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and Red Dead Redemption.
The new GeForce 566.14 WHQL Game Ready drivers also fixes a couple of gaming and general bugs, including DSSR/DLDSR custom resolution not appearing in some games, issues with Call of Duty MWIII where filename change prevented users from using GFE Freestyle Filters, higher than normal CPU usage in Bluestacks/Corsair iCUE, and bug where cache files are still created even when Shader Cache size is disabled. In addition, the NVIDIA App is also finally out of the beta stage, and you can download it from NVIDIA.
Game Ready
S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chornobyl
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
GeForce Experience Optimal Settings
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Delta Force
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Red Dead Redemption
Fixed Gaming Bugs:
DSR/DLDSR custom resolutions may not appear in
certain games
[Call of Duty MWIII] filename change preventing
users from using GFE Freestyle Filters
Fixed General Bugs:
[Bluestacks/Corsair iCUE] May display higher than
normal CPU usage
When "Shader Cache size" is set to "disabled" cache
files may still be created
Open Issues
Windows 10 transparency effects not working
correctly after updating to driver version 566.03
Houdini XPU rendering shows green tint
[Maxwell] MSI GT72 2QD notebook may bugcheck upon
installing R560+ drivers
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CYBERPUNK LOVE - [off-topic]
05:21 PM EST - Nov,12 2024 - post a comment AI art video with AI music and human lyrics, gothic, romantic,dark and more
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HW News - Intel Gets Sued & Su'd, NVIDIA Consumer CPU Rumors, 9800X3D Supply - [hardware]
04:07 PM EST - Nov,11 2024 - post a comment In hardware news this week, we talk major industry news from Intel, Super Micro, and Qualcomm and Arm. The lawsuits are flowing, apparently, with Intel being sued over Raptor Lake stability (or instability, rather) and Qualcomm and Arm continuing to sue each other. We also talk about the rumored AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D. On the GN side, we prepare for a 9800X3D XOC livestream, correct the result of some unexpected BIOS behaviors, and finalize the hurricane relief donation.
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Intel is cooked - [hardware]
07:27 AM EST - Nov,10 2024 - post a comment Intel is getting everything it deserves. Intel invented X86, controlled the market for many years and made countless bucks doing so. However, Intel died as a "serious" company when management decided that the "bean counters" should determine the companies future direction. Intel sat on their collective ass, not innovating to a significant degree for years, blowing cash on other "non-serious" projects allowing AMD to currently exceed them in all areas. Couldn't happen to a better company considering how Intel conducted business where AMD is concerned.
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The Turbo Charged Laptop. Literally. - [briefly]
04:26 PM EST - Nov,09 2024 - post a comment Brands love to say their electronics are 'turbo charged', but the turbo button, Intel turbo boost, and the Taycan Turbo S all share one thing... no turbo! Well today we're changing that by attaching a 6.7hp electric turbo to a laptop.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim - Sorry Apple - [mobile]
02:32 AM EST - Nov,04 2024 - post a comment Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim will be Samsung's next slim smartphone, launching separately from the main Galaxy S25 lineup. While the Galaxy S25 series is set for a January release, the S25 Slim will arrive later in the year as a standalone device.
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Leaked specs of the Google Pixel 9a suggest you will be getting more for the same price - [mobile]
11:02 AM EDT - Oct,30 2024 - post a comment According to the fresh leak (via Android Headlines), the Pixel 9a could sport a 6.3-inch Actua display with a 60-120Hz adaptive refresh rate panel, which would put the device in line with the flagship, Pixel 9 and 9 Pro, in terms of screen size. The Pixel 9a is also tipped to measure 154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9, making it bigger in all aspects than both the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro.
Despite its large size, the phone reportedly weighs just 186 grams, a bit lighter than the Pixel 8a (188 grams). This could also mean that Google might have opted for polycarbonate instead of glass for the back panel. The Pixel 9a is expected to be powered by the Tensor G4 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB and 256GB storage options.
The phone could rock a 5000mAh battery and stick with 18W charging for wired and 7.5W for wireless charging. Coming to the cameras, the Pixel 9a is rumored to feature a 48MP primary camera and a 13MP ultra-wide lens. It was earlier reported that it will be the same 48MP lens as the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, which boasts f/1.7 aperture, helping the phone to capture better low-light photos. The selfie camera will stay at 13MP.
Google is also reportedly planning to keep the price of the Pixel 9a the same as the Pixel 8a, i.e., $499. Based on the leaked specs, you will be getting much better value and upgrades for the same price over the predecessor. The phone may also debut in two new color options. |
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs S24 Ultra - 10 Big Changes - [mobile]
11:00 AM EDT - Oct,30 2024 - post a comment With the release of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra just a couple of months away, it's a great time to weigh it up against the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung's current top dog. The S24 Ultra has been called the 'smartphone of the year' for good reason, but now the real question is whether the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra can bring enough to the table to get people excited about upgrading. So, let's dive into the 10 biggest changes coming with the Galaxy S25 Ultra to see how it stacks up against the S24 Ultra.
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Debloat Windows 11: The Ultimate Guide - [guides]
10:19 AM EDT - Oct,27 2024 - post a comment How to debloat Windows 11 using a variety of approaches, this video is a guide to custom distros, powershell scripts and tools like Windows 11 Debloat based on ChrisTitusTech and others.
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BYE BYE Bluetooth...Huawei's NEW Wireless Technology SHOCKED the Entire Industry! - [hardware]
05:43 AM EDT - Oct,24 2024 - post a comment Bluetooth is falling behind, and Huawei's NearLink is the future. With 6x faster speeds, 60% less power, 10x more device connections, and ultra-low latency across a 600-meter range, NearLink is set to redefine wireless technology.
NearLink, developed by Huawei and the NearLink Alliance, offers advantages like ultra-fast speeds, longer range, and impressive power efficiency, making it a true contender to replace Bluetooth in the tech world.
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iPhone 16 Pro Max vs 15 Pro Max / Pixel 9 Pro XL / Samsung / Huawei / Xiaomi Battery Life DRAIN Test - [mobile]
10:00 AM EDT - Oct,23 2024 - post a comment How does the A18 Pro powered iPhone 16 Pro Max (4685mAh) stack up against the iPhone 15 Pro Max (4441mAh), Pixel 9 Pro XL (5060mAh), Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (5000mAh), Huawei Pura 70 Ultra (5200mAh), Xiaomi 14 Ultra (5000mAh), and Xiaomi 14T Pro (5000mAh) in this ULTIMATE Real Life Usage 100%-0% Battery Drain Test?!?
All Phones are Set to the Exact SAME Brightness Level (Using a LUX Meter). If a phones display looks brighter or dimmer than another, it's due to my studio lighting OR because it dimmed due to overheating.
I run through 15 APPS which include System Apps, Media Apps, Social Media Apps, Camera Apps, Benchmark Apps (to simulate High Performance Gaming), and Games. Intervals are clocked at every 30 minutes and at each interval I show the percentage of each phone as well as their temperature in degrees celsius using an Infrared Heat Gun!
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NVIDIA Releases GeForce 566.03 WHQL Game Ready Driver - [gaming]
05:06 PM EDT - Oct,22 2024 - post a comment NVIDIA today released the latest version of GeForce Game Ready drivers. Version 566.03 WHQL comes with optimization for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Alan Wake 2: The Lake House, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. It extends DLSS 3 Frame Generation support to both these games, and to Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, No More Room In Hell 2, Red Dead Redemption, and The Axis Unseen. This release does not come with any game-specific bug fixes, but corrects a system-specific bug, where your Digital Vibrance custom setting does not persist reboots or
waking up from sleep.
Game Ready
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard
- Alan Wake 2: The Lake House
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
DLSS 3 Support
- Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
- No More Room In Hell 2
- Red Dead Redemption
- The Axis Unseen
GeForce Experience Optimal Settings
- DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO
- NBA 2K5
- SILENT HILL 2
G-Sync Monitor Support (added)
- Dell AW2725DM
- Funai FGM-25F270
- I-O Data GCQ271UD
- I-O Data LDQ271JA
- LG 32G810SA
- Panasonic OLED TVs Z85A
- Panasonic OLED TVs Z90A
- Panasonic OLED TVs Z95A
- Philips 48OLED789
- Philips 55OLED789
- Philips 55OLED909
- Philips 65OLED789
- Philips 65OLED909
- Philips 65OLED909/12
- Philips 65OLED959
- Philips 77OLED789
- Philips 77OLED899
- Philips 77OLED909
- Philips 48OLED759/769/779
- Philips 65OLED759/769/779
- Philips 66OLED759/769/779
- Philips 77OLED759/769/779
- Philips 42OLED809/819/849/889
- Philips 48OLED809/819/849/889
- Philips 55OLED809/819/849/889
- Philips 65OLED809/819/849/889
- Philips 77OLED809/819/849/889
- Samsung G61SD
- Samsung Odyssey G5
- Samsung Odyssey G70D
- Samsung Odyssey G80SD
- Samsung Odyssey G91SD
Fixed General Bugs
- Digital Vibrance custom setting does not persist on reboot or
wake from sleep [4801216]
- [Bluestacks/Corsair iCUE] May display higher than normal CPU
usage [4895184][4893446]
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WhatsApp finally gets the ability to save a contact exclusively to WhatsApp - [software]
05:04 PM EDT - Oct,22 2024 - post a comment Until now, WhatsApp has lacked the capability to store contacts within itself, relying instead on iOS and Android's default contacts app. For example, to add someone to your WhatsApp list, you first had to save their name to your phone's contacts. This is finally changing with the new Contacts feature in WhatsApp. This feature allows users to save a contact exclusively to WhatsApp. This is useful for users who want to separate personal and business contacts when managing multiple WhatsApp accounts on their phones. Additionally, since WhatsApp is no longer dependent on smartphone OS contacts, you can now add and manage contacts from the WhatsApp Web and Windows experiences.
Furthermore, these WhatsApp-exclusive contacts can be restored if users lose or change their smartphones. The WhatsApp team highlighted that this new Contacts experience will eventually enable users to manage and save contacts by usernames. Usernames on WhatsApp will eliminate the need for phone numbers when messaging someone. WhatsApp will share more information on username support in the future.
To allow users to save their contacts and automatically restore them directly through WhatsApp, the WhatsApp team developed a new encrypted storage system called Identity Proof Linked Storage (IPLS). This update marks a significant step towards greater privacy and flexibility on WhatsApp. With the upcoming username feature, users can look forward to even more control over their messaging experience. |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is thinner, lighter and gets larger screens - [mobile]
03:42 PM EDT - Oct,21 2024 - post a comment Special Editions of products don't usually offer a slew of improvements over the standard versions - they're often just a bit prettier. With the Special Edition model of the Galaxy Z Fold, however, Samsung has made a foldable that is not only thinner and lighter than the Z Fold 6, but it also has more memory, a bigger screen, and an upgraded camera.
The new device is 3 grams lighter and 1.5mm thinner than the Z Fold 6, making it the thinnest and lightest model in the Galaxy Z Fold series at 10.6mm and 236g.
A thinner and lighter foldable is always welcome, as is the news that the displays in the Special Edition are larger. The outer screen is increased from 6.3 inches to 6.5 inches, while the inner display jumps from 7.6 inches to 8.0 inches (20:18 ratio), or 3.1% and 5.2% larger, respectively. That gives the new Samsung foldable the same internal screen size as the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. |
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