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 Newfound flexibility for data migration to and from any cloud provider

The current state of digital infrastructure and the technology required to achieve reliable, scalable and high-performance data migration.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/newfound-flexibility-for-data-migration-to-and-from-any-cloud-provider

 Microsoft has officially revealed its June 2024 Xbox Games Showcase, followed by [redacted] (probably Call of Duty) reveal

The latest Xbox Games Showcase has been revealed, complete with a mysterious [redacted] follow up event. Dropping on June 9, 2024, at 10AM PT. What could this mysterious redaction be?

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-has-officially-revealed-its-june-2024-xbox-games-showcase-followed-by-redacted

 PowerToys essentially awards me an AI PC, but an unresponsive Copilot button leaves me unsure about its usefulness in Windows

I decided to remap the Copilot key onto my keyboard using a third-party app just for fun and to get a taste of what the future looks like with PCs featuring a dedicated Copilot button. Here are my thoughts.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/powertoys-gave-me-ai-pc-but-unsure-about-copilot-button-in-windows

This sweet spot Samsung gaming monitor is just $199 after a 50% discount
1mo | pcworld.com
FTC slaps Razer with $1 million fine over misleading COVID mask ads
1mo | pcworld.com
How to reset Microsoft Edge’s browser settings
1mo | pcworld.com
Longing For May (2024 Wallpapers Edition)

May is almost here, so what better occasion could there be for some fresh and inspiring desktop wallpapers? Created with love by artists and designers from across the globe, the wallpapers in this post come in versions with and without a calendar. Enjoy! https://smashingmagazine.com/2024/04/desktop-wallpaper-calendars-may-2024/

SymfonyLive Berlin 2024: Strict PHP

SymfonyLive Berlin 2024 is just around the corner and will start on June 20-21. Get ready for the impressive lineup of speakers and topics. Visit here to more details and don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

We're excited to reveal the next… https://symfony.com/blog/symfonylive-berlin-2024-strict-php?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

1mo | Symfony
Instagram's algorithm overhaul will reward ‘original content’ and penalize aggregators

Instagram is overhauling its recommendation algorithm for Reels to boost “original content” in a move that will have significant implications for aggregator accounts and others that primarily repost other users’ work. The company is also changing the way it ranks Reels in an attempt to give smaller accounts more distribution in the app.

In a blog post announcing the changes, the company said it’s trying to “correct” its ranking system so that accounts with smaller followings will have

1mo | Engadget
Lorelei and the Laser Eyes preview: This may be my GOTY

I found myself in a variety of odd situations while solving puzzles in Lorelei and the Laser Eyes. I spent some time staring at a mid-century movie poster for a documentary about a decomposing cat, wondering if I should focus on the runtime or the date it came out. I pulled up old hotel blueprints and deciphered the math of dead architects. I played a handful of ASCII-style PC games to receive messages from a 19th-century magician who calls me his sister. I found some toy blocks and

1mo | Engadget
Beats Solo 4 review: Upgraded audio, extended battery life and familiar design

When Beats introduced the Solo 3 in 2016, the headline feature was the inclusion of Apple’s W1 audio chip. This delivered seamless pairing with Apple devices, which made life much easier for iPhone, Mac and iPad owners. Besides the noise-canceling Solo Pro in 2019, Beats hadn’t updated the So

1mo | Engadget
Beats announces Solo Buds, $80 wireless earbuds with 18-hour battery life

Beats has a solid track record when it comes to wireless earbuds. The company consistently offers good audio performance with a comfy fit and a nice list of features for both Android and iOS users. In fact, the Beats Fit Pro are our current top pick for

1mo | Engadget
Show HN: I made a CLI tool to create web extensions with no build configuration

Hello HN! I'm the creator and solo developer of Extension.js, a development tool for browser extensions with built-in support for TypeScript, WebAssembly, React, and modern JavaScript. Developers use it to spend less time configuring the compilation config or learning new frameworks and more time actually writing code.

Most projects similar to Extension.js rely on some sort of abstraction or configuration to get started, making the initial development process slow given the extra learning

1mo | Hacker news
Wi-Fi Calling: How to Use It When There's Not Enough Cellular Signal     - CNET

If your Wi-Fi network has stronger signal than your cellular carrier, or you're heading somewhere where signal's sparse, you can make calls or texts using the internet. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/wi-fi-calling-how-to-use-it-when-theres-not-enough-cellular-signal/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
5 Air Fryer Safety Rules You Should Know     - CNET

Air fryers are mostly safe, but a slew of recalls has illuminated a few hazards associated with countertop cooking. Here's how to keep yourself safe when using one of these hot ovens at home. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/5-air-fryer-safety-rules-you-should-commit-to-memory/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Avoid These 6 Spots When Installing Your Home Security Camera     - CNET

Wireless models and helpful mounts make it a breeze to set up your home security cam. But don't be hasty with placement -- it could mean trouble. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/avoid-these-6-spots-when-installing-your-home-security-camera/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Hooked to Your iPhone? How to Block Distracting Websites Easily     - CNET

Are you concerned about your iPhone screen time? Are a small handful of websites sucking you in? Here's how you can limit your exposure to certain websites on your iPhone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/hooked-to-your-iphone-how-to-block-distracting-websites-easily/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 Sideloading could be coming to your iPad – here’s what that means

The EU has declared iPadOS is a gatekeeper platform, meaning you might soon be able to sideload apps on your iPad.

https://www.techradar.com/tablets/sideloading-could-be-coming-to-your-ipad-heres-what-that-means

 EU iPhone users—avoid alternative app stores until Apple fixes this

While Safari's iOS 17.4 update meets the new Digital Market Act's rules, it comes with "catastrophic security flaws." Here's what's at stake for your privacy.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/cyber-security/eu-iphone-usersavoid-alternative-app-stores-until-apple-fixes-this

 Collection agency data breach affects millions of users

Almost two million people lost their sensitive data to hackers, as the company issues a breach notification letter.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/collection-agency-data-breach-affects-millions-of-users

 Microsoft OneDrive offline mode is now rolling out to web users

You can now use OneDrive’s offline mode in your browser, but you’ll still need the app and it only works with certain browsers.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-onedrive-offline-mode-is-now-rolling-out-to-web-users

How to turn off Windows 11’s new Start Menu ads
1mo | pcworld.com
 Enthusiast mods a 512GB QLC SSD into a 120GB SLC SSD — endurance and performance benefits charted

A computer engineer and tech enthusiast has converted his Crucial BX500 512 GB SSD from quad-level cell to single-level cell NAND, reducing capacity to 120GB in the process. Then he checked for endurance and performance benefits.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/storage/enthusiast-mods-a-512gb-qlc-ssd-into-a-120gb-slc-ssd-endurance-and-performance-

Yelp debuts AI-powered assistant to help you find the right contractors

Yelp, like many other companies recently, has been coming out with more and more new AI features. Its latest ones include the new

1mo | Engadget
The Morning After: Meta is offering popular Threads users thousands of dollars in bonuses

Meta is offering some creators thousands of dollars if they go viral on Threads. The payouts are part of a new invitation-only bonus program that rewards creators who use Meta’s newest app.

An Instagram support page offers some details.

1mo | Engadget
FCC fines America's largest wireless carriers $200 million for selling customer location data

The Federal Communications Commission has slapped the largest mobile carriers in the US with a collective fine worth $200 million for selling access to their customers' location information without consent. AT&T was ordered to pay $57 million, while Verizon has to pay $47 million. Meanwhile, Sprint and T-Mobile are facing a penalty with a total amount of $92 million to

1mo | Engadget
 GitHub unveils Copilot-native developer environment

New generative AI feature in GitHub will help make it easier to code as the company strives for 1 billion coders worldwide.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/github-unveils-copilot-native-developer-environment

 Google lays off developers despite record revenues

Google’s 2024 has been off to a rocky start, with hundreds (maybe thousands) of workers being laid off in multiple hits.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/google-lays-off-developers-despite-record-revenues

 How to get rid of the Copilot rewrite feature on Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge includes a new "Rewrite with Copilot" feature that appears when selecting text in a text box, but if you don't find it useful, you can disable it with these steps.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/how-to-disable-copilot-rewrite-on-microsoft-edge