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Introducing Code Referencing for GitHub Copilot Completions in Visual Studio
When GitHub Copilot completions (or “gray text”) pop up on your screen, have you ever wondered where does the completions come from and worried about if it matches with public code leading to license issues? If you have, we are introducing code ref...
2025-02-19 16:40
The generative AI con
Everywhere you look, the media is telling you that OpenAI and their ilk are the future, that they’re building “advanced artificial intelligence” that can take “human-like actions,” but when you look at any of this shit for more than two secon...
2025-02-19 16:38
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Linux Foundation Newsletter: February 2025
Welcome to the February 2025 edition of the LF Newsletter. We’ve got a lot to cover–an intent to form, a new initiative around cyber readiness legislation, project milestones, and a new survey in the field! We are so glad you’re here. Check out ...
2025-02-19 16:34
Apple shares video with more details about the new iPhone 16e
As expected, Apple on Wednesday announced a new iPhone called the “iPhone 16e,” which aims to be a more affordable option for those who want a more modern phone at a cheaper price. After publishing the press release on its website, the company also...
2025-02-19 16:32
The Ultimate MSP Guide to Structuring and Selling vCISO Services
The growing demand for cybersecurity and compliance services presents a great opportunity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to offer virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) services—deliver...
2025-02-19 16:30
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Apple unveils iPhone 16e with A18 chip, '2-in-1' camera and a $599 price tag
The iPhone 16e is now official. Apple's new budget-friendly smartphone packs a powerful processor with Apple Intelligence support, the good-old notch, and more. Read more...
2025-02-19 16:28
Apple just discontinued the iPhone SE and 14 Plus, removed another product from website
Today Apple launched its first product of the year, the brand new iPhone 16e. As part of introducing a new iPhone, however, the company has also discontinued two existing models—the iPhone SE and 14 Plus—and removed a third from its website. more…
2025-02-19 16:20
Broadcom, TSMC weigh possible Intel deals that would split storied chip maker
Broadcom has been closely examining Intel’s chip-design and marketing business, according to people familiar with the matter. It has informally discussed with its advisers making a bid but would likely only do so if it finds a partner for Intel’s m...
2025-02-19 16:02
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Apple reveals C1, its first in-house 5G iPhone modem, replacing Qualcomm
After years of development, Apple has unveiled what it calls C1, its first-ever in-house cellular modem. Apple’s latest silicon replaces Qualcomm modem chips previously required for 5G connectivity in the iPhone. more…
2025-02-19 16:02
Microsoft is using a long-forgotten Xbox game for a new generative AI experiment
Microsoft Research is partnering with Xbox studio Ninja Theory to debut "Muse" — an AI model that can generate artificial gameplay clips.
2025-02-19 16:01
Xbox could use AI to preserve classic games as CEO Phil Spencer dreams of making retro titles "portable to any platform"
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer envisions a world where generative AI models can be used to study and port older games to new hardware.
2025-02-19 16:01
Apple unveils new iPhone 16e: Here’s everything you need to know
Apple has officially taken the wraps off of the all-new iPhone 16e. The device features an all-new design paired with the A18 chip inside, a 48MP camera, and full Apple Intelligence support. It also features the first-ever Apple-designed 5G cellular mo...
2025-02-19 16:00
Apple launches new iPhone 16e: Here’s everything you need to know
Apple has officially taken the wraps off of the all-new iPhone 16e. The device features an all-new design paired with the A18 chip inside, a 48MP camera, and full Apple Intelligence support. It also features the first-ever Apple-designed 5G cellular mo...
2025-02-19 16:00
Microsoft predicts practical quantum computers by 2035 as it unveils Majorana 1 chip
Microsoft has unveiled the Majorana 1 chip, which can hold up to 1 million topological qubits. This marks a major milestone for Microsoft, which says practical quantum computers will be here by 2035. Read more...
2025-02-19 16:00
Apple TV+ is becoming a crime thriller destination, and its next might be the best yet
Apple TV+ has become known as a go-to streamer for sci-fi shows, such as Severance, Foundation, Dark Matter, and Silo. But the service has a growing slate of top-tier crime thrillers in its catalog too, and the next one—Dope Thief—looks like it cou...
2025-02-19 15:23
After 29 years, a veteran Microsoft Engineer admits "MS-DOS could do graphics," but the company opted for a lackluster UI — as Windows 3.1 runtime already checked the missing boxes
Veteran Microsoft Engineer Raymond Chen reveals why Microsoft decided to make Windows 95 setups so simple instead of using more graphics.
2025-02-19 15:22
AMD Ryzen 9900X3D & 9950X3D benchmarks surface with strong single-core uplift
AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D have been tested on Geekbench 6.
2025-02-19 15:15
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MSVC C++ Code Analysis: Updates in Visual Studio 2022 version 17.13
This post details the latest updates in Visual Studio 2022 version 17.13 for MSVC C++ Code Analysis. Driven by internal team insights and developer community feedback, these improvements significantly reduce false positives and strengthen production co...
2025-02-19 15:14
The latest Windows 11 update did not end support for older Intel chips. Here's the source of the confusion.
Confusion caused by a support document led many to believe Windows 11 dropped support for many older Intel chips, but that is not the case.
2025-02-19 15:12