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'Apple Intelligence' writing tools for Windows get new summarization features and more

There is a small open-source app powered by Gemini Nano that lets you have Apple Intelligence-like writing tools on Windows. It has not received a big update with new features. Read more...

2024-12-25 13:54

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Ottocast elevates the connected car experience with wireless CarPlay AI Box, CloudSIM, Car TV Mate Pro, more [20% off]

We’re huge fans of the Ottocast suite of connected car accessories, and 9to5Mac readers can upgrade the car entertainment system while saving 20% for the holidays! From the wireless CarPlay AI box to the newly launched CloudSIM solution, Ottocast has...

2024-12-25 13:37

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 installation issues, newer updates fail for some PCs

Windows 11 24H2 is more stable than any release of Windows 11, but some of you might run into major issues, including a bug where new cumulative updates will fail to install. The post Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 installation issues, newer update...

2024-12-25 13:11

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Linux RNDIS Removal Branch Updated For Disabling Microsoft RNDIS Protocol Drivers

There's activity again around potentially disabling and then ultimately removing the RNDIS Linux kernel code for those drivers complying with the Microsoft Remote Network Driver Interface Specification (RNDIS) protocol specification. RNDIS was used ato...

2024-12-25 12:33

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Happy Holidays, enter to win an ESET HOME Security or Neowin Tier 2 subscription

To end the year, Neowin is running a giveaway with five ESET HOME Security keys and one Neowin Tier 2 subscription up for grabs. Read on for entry details. Read more...

2024-12-25 12:00

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systemd Highlights For 2024 From Run0 To Varlink To Advancing systemd-homed

Systemd had another busy year working on many new features from run0 as a sudo alternative to making systemd-homed more robust, increasing Varlink use, systemd-boot continuing to gain more traction, and more...

2024-12-25 09:46

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 KB5044284 / KB5046617 can't install new updates

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 24H2 KB5044284 and KB5046617 can't install future updates. A workaround has been provided. Read more...

2024-12-25 07:20

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Intel Mesa Code Lands Big Patch Series For Treating Convergent Values As SIMD8

A patch series six months in the making and consisting of 24 patches by longtime Intel Linux graphics engineer Ian Romanick was merged on Christmas Eve for Mesa 25.0...

2024-12-25 06:46

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Ruby 3.4 Programming Language Brings "it", Better Performance For YJIT

Ruby 3.4 is out today as yet another annual major feature release for this programming language known for its major updates on Christmas Day...

2024-12-25 06:09

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New Intel Mesa Driver Patches Implement AV1 Decode For Vulkan Video

While there has been Vulkan Video support within Intel's open-source "ANV" driver since early 2023 and extended over time to handle H.265/HEVC decode, H.264 and H.265 encode, and more, the AV1 decode support has lagged behind until now...

2024-12-25 05:00

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CachyOS Had A Really Great Year Advancing This Performance-Optimized Arch Linux Platform

The CachyOS Linux distribution has really been on fire this year delivering impressive new features and performance optimizations for this Arch Linux derived OS...

2024-12-25 03:00

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4MLinux 47.0 Released with Installation Support for Virtual (KVM) Block Devices

4MLinux 47.0 Linux distribution is now available for download with support for installing on virtual KVM block devices and other changes. Here's what's new! The post 4MLinux 47.0 Released with Installation Support for Virtual (KVM) Block Devices appear...

2024-12-25 00:17

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Yamaha 5.1 4K, Onkyo 7.2 8K AV Receivers with Dolby Vision/Atmos, are great deals

Yamaha has a limited-time deal on one of its 5.1 channel 4K AV receivers such that it is currently on sale for just $280. Read more...

2024-12-24 23:12

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Apple 2024 Mac Mini (M4) with 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD hits $700 for Christmas deal

Apple's Mac mini, the 16GB 512GB SSD model, is now on sale for its lowest price ever right on time for Christmas. Read more...

2024-12-24 22:36

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Microsoft Edge on Android will let you reset sync server data, tests bottom bar

Microsoft Edge for Android will get much better in 2025. Microsoft Edge on Android will let you reset sync server data. More features are coming in future. The post Microsoft Edge on Android will let you reset sync server data, tests bottom bar appeare...

2024-12-24 22:28

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Google won't answer if they got permission to train Gemini on Claude's outputs

Google's Gemini AI might be learning from Claude, but when asked if they got Anthropic's permission, Google's keeping quiet. Read more...

2024-12-24 21:38

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Eddy Cue reveals the three reasons Apple won’t build a search engine

Apple and Google’s $20 billion deal, which sees Google serve as the default search engine on the iPhone, is under scrutiny. As we reported this morning, the United States DOJ is continuing its case against Google’s dominance in the search industry ...

2024-12-24 20:05

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How to track Santa's journey this Christmas Eve while you wait for the gifts

2024's Christmas Eve is here with children and grown-ups eagerly waiting for the gifts. Here is how you can track Santa's journey across the globe as he delivers gifts to countless homes. Read more...

2024-12-24 20:02

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Here are 20+ last-minute Apple gift ideas with fast shipping

Are you still racing to finish your holiday shopping? Don’t worry, me too. Here are some last-minute ideas for the Apple and tech fans in your life – they won’t arrive in time for Christmas, but they should arrive this week for any late gift-givi...

2024-12-24 19:51

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Permanently remove “Learn more about this picture” icon in Windows 11

How to remove the “Learn more about this picture” icon in Windows 11 with and without registry modification. The post Permanently remove “Learn more about this picture” icon in Windows 11 appeared first on Windows Latest

2024-12-24 18:35

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