Java Applet API heads for the exit
Java would finally shed its Java Applet API under an OpenJDK proposal created December 4. The JDK Enhancement Proposal notes that the API not only has been deprecated for removal for some time but is obsolete, because neither the current Java Developm...
2024-12-12 19:58
Over 300K Prometheus Instances Exposed: Credentials and API Keys Leaking Online
Cybersecurity researchers are warning that thousands of servers hosting the Prometheus monitoring and alerting toolkit are at risk of information leakage and exposure to denial-of-service (DoS) as well as remote code execution (RCE) attacks. "Prometheu...
2024-12-12 19:54
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Apple reviving its discontinued AirPort router has never looked more likely
Once upon a time, Apple made Wi-Fi routers called AirPorts. But the company abandoned the router scene with its last AirPort discontinued in 2018. Now, a slew of recent rumors provide hope that a new AirPort could be on the way. more…
2024-12-12 19:53
iWork just entered the Apple Intelligence era
Apple released the second round of AI features powered by Apple Intelligence this week through iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia. Now it’s the iWork suite of productivity apps that has an Apple Intelligence update ready for the world. more…
2024-12-12 19:29
Apple modem roadmap, Apple Watch satellite connectivity, OLED MacBook Pro
From now through December 31, save 20% on all 9to5Mac Daily Plus, 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus, and 9to5Mac Pro annual subscriptions with promo code HOLIDAY! Visit 9to5mac.com/join to sign up. Benjamin and Chance discuss why Apple is so keen on ditching ...
2024-12-12 19:22
Forget displays, Apple's latest patent is about flexible speakers
A recently published Apple patent reveals that the company is working on flexible speakers. The technology is being designed to fit inside head-mounted displays and other wearables. Read more...
2024-12-12 19:20
Mozilla Builders: Celebrating community-driven innovation in AI
This year, we celebrated a major milestone: the first Mozilla Builders demo day! More than just a tech event, it was a celebration of creativity, community and bold thinking. With nearly 200 applicants from more than 40 countries, 14 projects were sele...
2024-12-12 19:16
CentOS Stream 10 Reaches GA With Linux 6.12, Python 3.12 & No X.Org Server
Following the recent Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 Beta, CentOS Stream 10 has now reached general availability status. CentOS Stream 10 defines the upstream Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 that the RHEL 10 minor versions are created from and ultimately a pre...
2024-12-12 19:15
Nvidia, AMD, and Intel all invest in light-based communication networks powering next-gen chips — Ayar Labs gets $155 million in funding
Large developers of CPUs and GPUs invest hundreds of millions of dollars in developing optical interconnects.
2024-12-12 19:06
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Gamaredon Deploys Android Spyware "BoneSpy" and "PlainGnome" in Former Soviet States
The Russia-linked state-sponsored threat actor tracked as Gamaredon has been attributed to two new Android spyware tools called BoneSpy and PlainGnome, marking the first time the adversary has been discovered using mobile-only malware families in its a...
2024-12-12 19:05
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Fanless Ryzen 9 9950X seemingly outperforms the same liquid-cooled chip in Cinebench R23 — flagship Zen 5 CPU hit 95ºC at full load
Tony Yu, Asus China's general manager, created a "fanless" Ryzen 9 9950X PC featuring Asus components.
2024-12-12 19:01
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ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode adding video and screen sharing input (plus a Santa mode)
OpenAI has unveiled two new ChatGPT features today as part of its 12 days of OpenAI campaign. Notably, ChatGPT is learning how to include video input and screen sharing in voice conversation. And while the firm is feeling festive, there’s a fun new S...
2024-12-12 18:46
Microsoft kills Skype Credits, offers users to switch to a subscription instead
You can no longer purchase Skype Credits, and Microsoft says buying a subscription is basically your only option. Read more...
2024-12-12 18:32
Gurman: New Apple TV and HomePod mini on track for 2025 release, will use Apple networking chip
Apple is reportedly preparing to take another significant step in its silicon independence journey, according to Mark Gurman reporting for Bloomberg. The shift is expected to first appear in refreshed Apple TV and HomePod mini hardware as soon as the u...
2024-12-12 18:24
The Game Awards 2024 show is later today, here's how to watch it and what to expect
The 2024 edition of The Game Awards is going live later today. The show will present 29 categories of awards and make plenty of high-profile announcements from publishers. Read more...
2024-12-12 18:16
Diablo 4 holiday event will give more rewards for expansion players
Diablo 4 is getting a 'Slay Ride to Hell' in-game holiday event which will increase goblin spawns and let us earn free cosmetics but will it be enough to tempt players away from Path of Exile 2?
2024-12-12 18:10
AMD to release the Krackan at CES — CPU rivals Intel Lunar Lake in new benchmarks, Ryzen AI 7 350 takes on the Core Ultra 7 258V
An eight-core Krackan Point APU has been found at Geekbench - neck and neck against Intel's Lunar Lake offerings.
2024-12-12 18:08
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Researchers Uncover Symlink Exploit Allowing TCC Bypass in iOS and macOS
Details have emerged about a now-patched security vulnerability in Apple's iOS and macOS that, if successfully exploited, could sidestep the Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) framework and result in unauthorized access to sensitive information. ...
2024-12-12 18:05
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Announcing .NET Community Toolkit 8.4! Partial properties support for MVVM, new analyzers, and more!
We're happy to announce the official launch of the .NET Community Toolkit 8.4 release, featuring support for partial properties for the MVVM Toolkit generators, new analyzers, bug fixes and enhancements, and more! The post Announcing .NET Community Too...
2024-12-12 18:05
These Gobblegums saved me in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies because they're like a cheat code
If you're struggling to get through the Black Ops 6 Zombies main quests, even in Directed Mode, these Gobblegums are a game-changer.
2024-12-12 18:04