VLC player fixes vulnerability that could allow remote code execution
VLC 3.0.21 has addressed a critical vulnerability that could allow malicious attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely. Users are strongly advised to update to this version.
Google will bring more Android into ChromeOS to push AI features
Chromebooks recently gained Gemini, writing assistance, and image generation features
Microsoft's latest security update fixes a nasty remote code execution bug in Windows Wi-Fi driver
June's Patch Tuesday is mandatory for users travelling with their Windows PCs
Apple won't have to pay OpenAI for ChatGPT integration
Having its tech on millions of Apple devices is more valuable than money to OpenAI
Massive Epic Games leak hints at highly anticipated PC releases, including new Turok game
PC port of The Last of Us Part II is also included in the leak
Windows NT 3.5 programmer tells the origin story of Microsoft's iconic 3D Pipes screensaver
Zoning out to 3D Pipes was the peak of workplace procrastination
Microsoft pauses rollout of Windows 11 24H2 preview build after announcing Recall changes
The build was already getting panned by users
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Adobe clarifies vague 'terms of use' changes in wake of user backlash
Adobe promises that it is not out to steal your creative work
Apple iOS 18 adds call recording and transcription features to iPhone
Participants are automatically informed that they're being recorded
Upcoming Apple OS updates across iPhone, iPad, and Macs add generative AI, control center options, RCS texting
A new Apple password manager, hidden apps, full iPhone control on Mac, an iPad calculator, and more
Apple visionOS 2 adds 3D image transformations, ultrawide Mac display, and more later this year
Also adds several developer APIs to make it easier to create spatial apps
Windows Server 2025 gets VM-based GPU partitioning for AI workloads
The result of Microsoft's team-up with Nvidia
Hobbyist revives the beloved Winamp player into a polished physical marvel
The big picture: Teenagers and young adults of the late 1990s will remember Winamp as the de facto music player on their Windows PCs. If tinkering with electronics and fabrication is your jam, give Linamp a look. It brings Winamp to the physical plane, allowing you to touch this piece of history. It is a testament to one's passion and creativity, taking something old and giving it a new lease on life.
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When asked about Windows Recall privacy concerns, Microsoft researcher gives non-answer (updated)
Microsoft has revised their stance on how it plans to implement it
A hot potato: Microsoft's Recall feature is being universally slammed for the privacy implications that come from screenshotting everything you do on a computer. However, at least one person seems to think the concerns are overblown. Unsurprisingly, it's Microsoft Research's chief scientist, who didn't really give an answer when asked about Recall's negative points.
Adobe can scan user-generated content stored in its cloud, and users aren't happy
The scanning practice has been going on for years, Adobe confirmed, so no need to freak out now
OpenRecall is a free and open source alternative to Microsoft's Recall feature
It's available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Apple set to launch Passwords app, taking on LastPass and 1Password
Powered by iCloud Keychain
Google Chrome crowned fastest browser with record Speedometer 3.0 score
The world's most popular browser is also the world's speediest (for now)
Tokyo hopes new Tinder-like match making app will curb population decline
A government-backed app for finding love
Microsoft keeps testing new features for Windows 10 ahead of its scheduled end of life next year
Is this a nod to Windows 10's ever-growing popularity?
GOG will soon start deleting your games' cloud saves if they're too large
Make sure to back up locally
Kali Linux 2024.2 is out featuring 18 new tools and Gnome 46
Kali Linux 2024.2 also fixes the Y2038 bug for future package compatibility on 32-bit platforms and includes updates to the Xfce desktop.