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AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Launch
A Promising Debut Meets Supply Chaos
The highly anticipated AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT hit the market today, March 6, 2025, promising a revolution in mid-range gaming with its $599 price tag and 16GB of GDDR6 memory. Touted as a 1440p powerhouse with near-RTX 4080 performance, the GPU—part of AMD’s RDNA 4 lineup—launched alongside the $549 RX 9070, aiming to outshine Nvidia’s freshly released RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti. Yet, within hours, the triumph of its debut was...
Apple Launches MacBook Air with M4 Chip
March 5, 2025 – 11:36 AM PST, Cupertino, California
Apple has just pulled back the curtain on the highly anticipated MacBook Air with the M4 chip, ushering in a new era for its best-selling laptop. Available for pre-order starting today on Apple’s website and the Apple Store app, the new Air delivers a powerhouse performance upgrade, meaningful enhancements, and a jaw-dropping starting price of $999 for the 13-inch model—a $100 reduction from its predecessor. Shipping...
BREAKING NEWS: uBlock Origin Officially "Dead" on Chrome as Google Enforces Manifest V3 – Internet in Uproar
March 3, 2025 – 2:47 PM EST
In a seismic shift for internet users worldwide, Google has officially pulled the plug on uBlock Origin, the beloved ad-blocking extension, as part of its aggressive rollout of the Manifest V3 framework. Reports flooded in this morning from millions of Chrome users who awoke to find the extension disabled with a stark message: "This extension is no longer supported." The move marks the end of an era for one of the most powerful tools in the fight against...
Microsoft Announces Skype Shutdown in May 2025!
Microsoft has officially announced that Skype will be discontinued in May 2025, marking the end of an era for the iconic communication platform. Users will be transitioned to Microsoft Teams, which will replace Skype as the company’s primary consumer messaging service.
🔹 What This Means for Users:✅ Existing Skype accounts, messages, and contacts will automatically migrate to Teams✅ Skype calling services will be discontinued, including Skype Credits and phone numbers✅ 60-day transition...
Framework Desktop, A Monster Mini PC Powered By AMD Ryzen AI Max
Framework Computer Inc., the trailblazing company behind modular, repairable electronics, made waves today with a trio of groundbreaking product announcements at its highly anticipated live launch event. Held at 10:30 AM PST and streamed globally, the event showcased two upgraded laptops and the company’s first-ever desktop PC, reinforcing Framework’s mission to revolutionize consumer electronics with sustainability and user empowerment at the core.
Framework Laptop 13: A...
Grok Surpasses ChatGPT to Become No.1 in Apple’s Productivity Category
San Francisco, CA – February 25,2025 – In a major shake-up in the AI industry, Grok, the AI assistant developed by Elon Musk’s xAI, has officially overtaken ChatGPT to claim the number one position in the Apple App Store’s Productivity category. This milestone marks a significant achievement for xAI, signaling a shift in the AI assistant landscape.
What Sets Grok Apart?
Unlike traditional AI chatbots, Grok is designed to be more...
Apple $500 billion Investment
Apple has unveiled its largest-ever U.S. investment commitment, pledging over $500 billion in spending and investments over the next four years. This move reinforces Apple's dedication to American innovation, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development.
Apple CEO Tim Cook stated, “We are bullish on the future of American innovation, and we’re proud to build on our long-standing U.S. investments with this $500 billion commitment to our country’s future.”...
Virgin Media Apologises as Thousands Report Internet
Virgin Media O2 has apologised after thousands of customers across the UK reported losing internet access on Monday morning.
According to Downdetector, a website that tracks online service disruptions, more than 10,000 people reported broadband connectivity issues, with the first reports surfacing shortly after 10:00 GMT.
"We apologise for any inconvenience and are working to fix this as a priority," a Virgin Media spokesperson told the BBC. "We're aware that some customers are experiencing...
Apple’s iPhone 16e Breaks Barriers – High Performance, Lower Price!
Apple has officially announced the iPhone 16e, an exciting new addition to the iPhone 16 lineup, designed to bring premium features at a more accessible price. This strategic release signals Apple’s intention to broaden its market reach by catering to users seeking a budget-friendly iPhone experience without compromising performance.
Key Features and Specifications
Performance:
Powered by the advanced A18 chip, delivering exceptional speed and efficiency.
Features Apple’s...
Amazon to Disable Kindle Book Downloads – Users Urged to Act Fast
Amazon is set to remove a key feature for Kindle users next week, preventing them from downloading their purchased eBooks as local files. Starting February 26, 2025, readers will no longer be able to store Kindle books on their personal computers, sparking concerns over digital ownership and long-term access.
What’s Changing?
For years, Kindle users have had the option to download their eBooks directly to their computers, allowing them to store and manage their personal collections....
Apple Set to Launch Budget-Friendly iPhone SE 4 to Expand Market Reach
Apple is gearing up to release a new version of its budget-friendly iPhone SE on Wednesday, aiming to capture a larger share of the mid-range smartphone market. The move comes as the tech giant faces increasing competition from rivals like Samsung and Huawei.
The upcoming iPhone SE 4, the fourth-generation model in the SE lineup, is expected to take on popular Android devices at a time when smartphone makers are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their products.
Pricing and Market...
Meta Unveils World's Longest Undersea Internet Cable
Meta has announced an ambitious new project—Project Waterworth—a 50,000km (31,000-mile) undersea cable system connecting the U.S., India, South Africa, Brazil, and more. Once completed, it will be the longest underwater internet cable in history.
What’s the Big Deal?
Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is expanding beyond social media. This multi-billion-dollar investment aims to boost global internet access, enhance digital inclusion, and support...
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Framework Desktop, A Monster Mini PC Powered By AMD Ryzen AI Max
Framework Computer Inc., the trailblazing company behind modular, repairable electronics, made...
Apple’s iPhone 16e Breaks Barriers – High Performance, Lower Price!
Apple has officially announced the iPhone 16e, an exciting new addition to the iPhone 16 lineup,...
Apple Set to Launch Budget-Friendly iPhone SE 4 to Expand Market Reach
Apple is gearing up to release a new version of its budget-friendly iPhone SE on Wednesday,...
Grok Surpasses ChatGPT to Become No.1 in Apple’s Productivity Category
San Francisco, CA – February 25,2025 – In a major shake-up in the AI industry, Grok,...
Microsoft Announces Skype Shutdown in May 2025!
Microsoft has officially announced that Skype will be discontinued in May 2025, marking the end...
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