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Performance Improvements in .NET 9
Take an in-depth tour through hundreds of performance improvements in .NET 9. The post Performance Improvements in .NET 9 appeared first on .NET Blog.
2024-09-12 10:50
Save $197 on the Surface Laptop 7 with Snapdragon X Plus and 512GB SSD
The 13.8-inch Surface Laptop 7 with the Snapdragon X Plus processor and 512GB SSD is now available with a $197 discount. Read more...
2024-09-12 10:38
Sony releases major PS5 system update with Welcome hub, Party Share, and more
Sony released a major update to the PS5, introducing personalized customization options like the Welcome hub, shareable Party Share voice chat links, and more. Read more...
2024-09-12 10:22
VisualStudio.Extensibility 17.11: Settings and more Remote UI support
We continue to invest in the VisualStudio.Extensibility SDK to allow users like you to create extensions that run faster and smoother than ever before! VisualStudio.Extensibility helps you build extensions that run outside the main Visual Studio IDE pr...
2024-09-12 10:00
Microsoft kills legacy DRM support on Windows Media Player, Windows 7/ 8, Silverlight
Microsoft has announced it is killing off Windows legacy DRM support on Windows 8, Windows 7, Silverlight, and legacy Windows Media Player. Read more...
2024-09-12 09:54
NVIDIA CEO says a shortage of its advanced AI chips prompts 'emotional turmoil': "We have a lot of people on our shoulders, and everybody is counting on us"
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang talks about the high demand and shortage of GPUs for AI advances, the impact of the tech on the job market, and the emotional attachment of clients to its products while at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia and Technology Conference
2024-09-12 09:51
Surface Pro X gets fixes for camera crashes and WinRE bugs
Microsoft has released a new firmware update for the Surface Pro X tablets to address problems with camera crashes and non-working keyboards in WinRE. Read more...
2024-09-12 09:38
Ongoing antitrust evidence reveals Google's strategy to 'crush' its competition in ads
In the ongoing antitrust lawsuit filed by the U.S. DOJ, evidence has revealed statements by a former Google exec who openly said that the company's strategy would be to "crush" the ad competition. Read more...
2024-09-12 09:22
Microsoft Edge 130.0.2821.1 is out in Dev Channel with Appearance settings improvements
This week's Edge Dev update brings improvements to the Appearance settings section and various fixes. Read more...
2024-09-12 09:06
OpenAI is reportedly in talks to raise $6.5 billion from Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Apple amid bankruptcy claims — pushing its market cap to $150 billion
OpenAI is reportedly in talks to raise $6.5 billion from investors, pushing its market capitalization to approximately $150 billion. The startup also wants to raise $5 billion in debt from a few banks.
2024-09-12 09:00
How to test microphone audio processing modes on Windows 11 version 24H2 (2024 Update)
Windows 11 2024 Update comes with a tool for testing the different audio processing modes, and in this guide, I will explain how to use this feature.
2024-09-12 08:59
Algorithms driving you into a political echo chamber? Here's how to escape
As the election nears, political content can dominate your feeds. Learn how to reset your YouTube and TikTok algorithms to avoid echo chambers and regain balance in your viewing. Read more...
2024-09-12 08:38
Samsung begins mass-producing 9th-gen QLC NAND memory
Samsung announced the beginning of mass production of 9th-generation QLC NAND memory for the next-gen SSDs with higher density, bigger capacity, and lower energy consumption. Read more...
2024-09-12 08:22
Smooth operators: SpaceX's historic all-civilian spacewalk was a success
Billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis exited the Crew Dragon for a historic all-civilian spacewalk, testing new spacesuits. Read more...
2024-09-12 08:08
960GB Kingston A400 SATA Internal SSD is still selling at a great price on Amazon
Amazon US is currently offering the 960GB Kingston A400 SATA 3 Internal SSD at its lowest price in over 9 months, so grab one for yourself while stocks last. Read more...
2024-09-12 06:42
WhatsApp may soon let you quickly add someone to a list
WhatsApp Android Beta is spotted developing a feature that will let you add people and group chats to lists easily and quickly, saving you time. Read more...
2024-09-12 06:24
YouTube on TVs reportedly showing ads even when pausing videos to more users
Get ready to be bombarded with ads, as more users watching YouTube on smart TVs are seeing ads even when they pause a video. Read more...
2024-09-12 05:34
T-Mobile and Starlink successfully tested wireless emergency alert (WEA) via satellite
Thanks to Starlink's satellites, T-Mobile users will soon receive emergency alerts on their phones even without cell service. Read more...
2024-09-12 05:08
Steam Families is out of beta testing, letting a household share PC games with ease
Valve's Steam Families feature is now out of beta testing, letting everyone try the new method for sharing games.
2024-09-11 22:56
What's the best app in the Microsoft Store? Microsoft wants to know!
Microsoft has opened nominations for the 2024 Microsoft Store App Awards. Developers with winning apps will win a limited edition Surface Pro and access to "cutting-edge technology" from Microsoft.
2024-09-11 20:07