Jaybird’s Vista true wireless earbuds were one of our favorite options under $200 when they debuted in 2019. However, awkward touch controls, a lack of active noise cancellation (ANC) and other issues kept them from being a true contender for the top spot. Even still, they were some of the company’s best earbuds yet at… Continue reading Jaybird’s Vista 2 earbuds offer ANC and better battery life for $200
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Apple’s ‘Find My’ network locates iOS 15 devices even if they’re off or erased
Apple’s WWDC 2021 briefing is over, but the list of new features coming to its platforms is long enough that many are still popping up. One section to pay attention to on the iOS 15 Preview explains the changes made to “Find My.” Apple Other than adding live streamed locations of contacts who share their… Continue reading Apple’s ‘Find My’ network locates iOS 15 devices even if they’re off or erased
Apple will still release security updates for iOS 14 after iOS 15 comes out
Apple releases major operating system updates for its devices on a now-familiar annual schedule, and whether it’s for new features or enhanced security, the best strategy is to install them as soon as possible. However, the reality is that sometimes changes can wreak havoc with certain apps or third-party devices, organizational restrictions sometimes keep people… Continue reading Apple will still release security updates for iOS 14 after iOS 15 comes out
Graphene could allow hard drives to hold 10 times more data
Solid-state drives may be the go-to for phones and most PCs and laptops, but the humble mechanical hard drive still has a place in the computing world. When you need a lot of storage for the least amount of money, they’re the way to go. And that could be the case for the foreseeable future… Continue reading Graphene could allow hard drives to hold 10 times more data
DOJ recovers 63.7 Bitcoins paid out in Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack
The US Justice Department has recovered part of the ransom Colonial Pipeline paid last month to regain access to its computer systems after it was locked out of them by “apolitical” ransomware gang Darkside. The agency says it seized 63.7 Bitcoins, worth nearly $2.3 million when it carried out the action, by tracing the cryptocurrency… Continue reading DOJ recovers 63.7 Bitcoins paid out in Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack
Everything Apple announced at its WWDC 2021 keynote
[embedded content] Just like last year’s WWDC keynote, this year’s event was held virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic. This time, the company is unveiling updates across its entire ecosystem, which include iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8 and macOS Monterey. Other notable announcements include Siri coming to third-party devices, Apple Home keys letting you… Continue reading Everything Apple announced at its WWDC 2021 keynote
macOS Monterey will drop support for older MacBook Pro and Air models
Following the end of its WWDC 2021 keynote, Apple published preview pages for macOS Monterey and iOS 15. Those include a list of all the devices the two operating systems will support once Apple releases them to the public later this year. And when it comes to the latest version of it desktop software, the… Continue reading macOS Monterey will drop support for older MacBook Pro and Air models
Nissan’s next-gen Ariya EV has been delayed in the US until early 2022
Nissan’s next-gen Ariya EV was set to arrive in the US and Europe by the end of this year, but the company is now saying that those dates will be pushed back. “We have delayed the start of sales of Ariya, which will now be available in the U.S. starting in 2022 with reservations beginning… Continue reading Nissan’s next-gen Ariya EV has been delayed in the US until early 2022
Elon Musk says Tesla Model S Plaid+ is ‘canceled’
You might have to forego dreams of driving Tesla’s supercar-level Model S Plaid+ sedan. Elon Musk told Twitter followers that the Plaid+ trim is “canceled” as the imminent, lower-priced ‘regular’ Plaid model is “just so good.” It’s the quickest production car ever, he claimed. We’ve asked Tesla for comment. The Plaid+ trim remains listed in… Continue reading Elon Musk says Tesla Model S Plaid+ is ‘canceled’
Twitter leak hints paid ‘Super Follows’ might be coming soon
Twitter might be close to making its paid “Super Follows” a practical reality. As The Verge has learned, code sleuth Jane Manchun Wong has discovered evidence of a Super Follows app that suggests Tiwtter is nearly ready with its Patreon-style offering. Creators could apply for and possibly manage their Super Follows status by defining categories… Continue reading Twitter leak hints paid ‘Super Follows’ might be coming soon