José Araujo/Getty Images Before the advent of digital media, physical media reigned supreme. Believe it or not, CDs, DVDs and even Blu-Rays (which are still in use) contained all types of content. CD-ROMs regularly contained computer software, games, videos and music. It was also possible to “burn” CDs and store personalized content on them. Readers of a certain age will certainly remember staying up late, burning their own audio CDs like mixtapes to listen to in their car on road trips. Data CDs could hold up to 700 megabytes, including…
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José Adorno/BGR The MacBook is already a powerful machine, whether you own the entry-level Neo, Air, or Pro. These laptops promise several hours of battery life; They are very energy efficient and have excellent aluminum construction that helps dissipate heat and keep machines cool. However, to take these machines to the next level, you often need useful productivity accessories that can make your experience with the MacBook much better. For example, if you’re always on the go, a MacBook stand can be a great way to maintain good posture while…
izzuanroslan/Shutterstock Almost every time you start your PC, you probably launch the same applications, visit the same websites, check your messages, check your calendar, and start playing ambient audio. Then you go through the motions of your workday and repeat the exact same routine the next morning. By now it has become second nature to you. But just because you’re already used to that PC morning routine doesn’t make these tasks any less boring, and they’re still chores that take up a good few minutes of your morning. What if…
DANIEL CONSTANTE/Shutterstock Waze works a lot like Google Maps (it’s also owned by Google) in that both use visual aids to inform users of what’s happening around them. In particular, Waze has quirky, colorful icons, usually placed by the rest of the community, but it also uses colors in general to help you discern the mood of an area. For example, dark yellow and orange roads tell you that there is currently light to medium traffic. As expected, the color red indicates heavy traffic and significant slowdowns. Typically, these color-coded…
The European Commission has announced exemptions to its current battery regulations that will save six new categories of electronic devices from having to have user-replaceable batteries, including wearable devices like smartwatches. The European Union began enforcing its new battery regulation in 2023 as part of the European Green Deal, but the requirement for replaceable batteries won’t come into effect until 2027. The regulation has already forced Nintendo to announce a new version of the Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery. Portable devices, certain medical devices, electronic toys, portable thermometers, roof-mounted telematics devices and devices designed for use in “explosive atmospheres”…
It is likely to become a direct power source for SpaceXAI’s data centers. APR Energy Elon Musk acquired APR Energy earlier this year, adding a new business to his portfolio: fossil fuels. APR produces mobile gas and diesel turbines that can be mounted on trailers. This move happened quietly in May, with no public announcement or statement from Musk or APR itself. Electrek only took over the matter yesterday and estimates the value of the purchase at around $1 billion. The most likely application for this purchase will be powering AI data centers. Producing all this…
Evgenyrychko/Shutterstock If you’ve recently purchased a laptop or are looking for one, chances are you’ve seen options with dual USB-C charging ports. This is often a sought-after feature on laptops, but keep in mind that while both ports can support charging, that’s not their sole purpose. The ports are also designed to improve connectivity, allowing you to connect a wide range of everyday USB-C gadgets to your laptop. In recent years, USB-C has seen increasing adoption due to faster transfer speeds and higher power delivery, replacing older barrel-style connectors on…
Now that Siri AI is ready to launch on iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple can finally introduce new smart home products designed to work with the smarter version of Siri. Apple has several new home devices in development, several of which are expected to launch before the end of the year. We’re expecting a new version of the Apple TV 4K, a smart home hub, a new HomePod, and a new HomePod mini. Welcome Center Similar in design to an iPad, but with a 7-inch square screen. There will be a wall mount option or…
Hopefully Samsung won’t stop people from uninstalling it. Sam Rutherford for Woozad We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Just ahead of its Galaxy Unpacked event next week, Samsung today announced a change to the catalog of pre-installed apps on its phones and tablets by adding Amazon Music to the list. For many people, this update might not seem like a big deal, although it might be a bit inconvenient for anyone considering getting one of the company’s next batches of Galaxy phones. To offset this potential frustration, Samsung and Amazon have teamed…
Nwz/Shutterstock Lithium-ion batteries in high-end laptops and smartphones will not maintain their quality and capacity forever. This type of battery technology is degradable. Therefore, many brands have included ways to maximize battery life using clever software tricks. One of those tricks is a feature Apple calls Battery Health Management, available on older Intel-based MacBooks. So unless you want to try to restore your battery by giving it an electrochemical bath, read on. The concept is simple: Apple will use software to reduce the total maximum capacity of an aging battery…