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October 13th, 2024

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iPhone XS vs. XR vs. XS Max: iPhone buying guide for 2018

We help you break down which iPhone phone to get. So you'd like to buy either an iPhone XS, XS Max or iPhone XR and you're not sure which one to get. Fair! This year's iPhone line is arguably the most confusing ever, because the three new models are so closely matched. The 5.8-inch iPhone XS and 6.5- inch iPhone XS Max have almost identical hardware (the Max has a larger … [Read more...] about iPhone XS vs. XR vs. XS Max: iPhone buying guide for 2018

How to get help in Windows 10

Find out how to acquire help in Windows 10 and fix all of the windows 10 contact and help related questions. Get windows 10 help and get service links where you can avail your free assistance support from Microsoft. So let's start!! Utilizing functional smart devices is no more a luxury but really a necessity at the moment. With each passing day, there are a growing number of … [Read more...] about How to get help in Windows 10

The Nintendo Switch costs $300

And it lands on March 3rd. The Nintendo Switch will cost $300 (£280) when it hits store shelves (of the digital and physical variety) on March 3rd. Nintendo revealed the price and release date -- we only had a release month previously -- during its Switch live stream on the evening of Thursday, January 12th. The Switch is Nintendo's latest console, and it's designed for … [Read more...] about The Nintendo Switch costs $300

The Galaxy Note 7’s death creates an environmental mess

Samsung's decision to discontinue the Galaxy Note 7 and recover remaining units isn't just a blow to smartphone fans... it's not so hot for the environment, either. Experts speaking to Motherboard point out thatphone recycling is still a very young field, and that many of the rare earth elements (such as cobalt and indium) won't be recycled at all. There's going to be a … [Read more...] about The Galaxy Note 7’s death creates an environmental mess

Uber reduces the chances that drivers will cancel your ride

Drivers can limit rides to those they can actually take, and they'll get paid if they wait. When you're hailing an Uber, few things are as frustrating as a driver cancelling your trip -- there may be a good reason, but that still leaves you high and dry. You won't have to deal with those headaches quite so often going forward, thankfully. Uber is introducing a range … [Read more...] about Uber reduces the chances that drivers will cancel your ride

NY Fed rejected, then later approved $81 million bank heist

Denied, blocked, red-flagged, and finally approved.   scyther5 / Getty Images The financial industry has used a messaging system made by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) to securely authenticate transfers between banks for decades. But recent fraudulent money requests have broken the system's impenetrable … [Read more...] about NY Fed rejected, then later approved $81 million bank heist

TVs and tablets top holiday gadget lists

There's a reason you see a lot of doorbuster deals on TVs and tablets during the holidays. Consumers consistently place those items at the top of their holiday gadget wish list — and 2015 isn't any different. TVs are the first, and tablets the second most wishedfor item in the Consumer Electronics Association's annual study of the most desired tech gifts of the holiday season. … [Read more...] about TVs and tablets top holiday gadget lists

Xbox One® releases 1 terabyte holiday bundle

Own the Xbox One 1TB Holiday Bundle, featuring Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, Rare Replay, and a full-game download of Ori and the Blind Forest. Play and store more games than ever with the 1TB hard drive. Experience the original Gears of War rebuilt from the ground up in 1080p, including 60FPS competitive multiplayer with 19 maps and six game modes, and five campaign chapters … [Read more...] about Xbox One® releases 1 terabyte holiday bundle