TechRadar's Sustainability Week 2024
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This Swedish startup made the tech behind the world’s first solar-powered headphones – here’s how it works
Meet the company making gadgets like headphones, speakers and remotes better for the planet with solar power.
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Apple is exploring removable batteries for iOS devices – and I think AirPods need it most
Apple has filed a patent for an easy-to-replace battery standard for iPhones, tablets and keyboards – but AirPods aren't mentioned.
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This company is making 35-year-old Game Boys look and work like new and now I'm hooked on Tetris
Retrospekt refurbs hundreds of Game Boys, Polaroid cameras, Sony Walkmans, and other gadgets to keep them in our hands and out of landfills.
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Ebook vs paper: which reading medium is better for the environment?
If you’re environmentally conscious and love to read, is it time to ditch the dead-tree editions and switch to an ereader?
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Rare's new eco-friendly studio building could potentially power more than 438,000 Xbox Series X consoles
Sea of Thieves developer, Rare, has built a brand new sustainability-focused studio building.
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Nikon Z 40mm f/2 review: this cheap, modern 'nifty forty' has been my every day lens for over a year and it hasn't let me down
Nikon's cheapest prime is a cost-effective entry-point into the Z mount ecosystem and a great take on the 'Nifty Fifties' of old.
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Instant Vortex 9-quart Air Fryer with VersaZone technology review: competent, but not flawless
The Instant Vortex Air Fryer with VersaZone technology serves up a large single cooking basket that can be divided into two for fuss-free air frying.
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Withings ScanWatch Nova review: analog looks with exceptional digital brains
The Withings ScanWatch Nova 2 is an unassuming yet powerful smartwatch and health tracker.
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JLab JBuds Lux ANC review: budget headphones that are all about that bass
The JLab JBuds Lux ANC are the brand's first 'luxury' over-ear headphones, which offer lots of bass but a few aches too.
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iFi iDSD Diablo 2 review: the red DAC's more devilishly good second time around
As long as you’re not expecting some sort of sonic armageddon, the iFi iDSD Diablo 2 has an awful lot going for it.
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Lenco L-3810 review: striking the perfect chord between analog and digital
Rely on Lenco to pile on the features, including the ability to digitize your vinyl collection, without letting costs get out of control.
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Final VR500 review: unassuming wired in-ear headphones that have it where it counts
The VR500 by Final Audio are the wired earbuds that can elevate your listening experience without the significant outlay.
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Holding out for a Samsung Galaxy S24 FE? You could be in for a long wait
The Samsung Galaxy S24 could be getting a Fan Edition released at the end of the year.
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The iPhone 16 looks likely to ditch physical buttons after all
Apple will reportedly abandon all physical buttons on the iPhone 16 line.
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Android 15 could have a new screen feature to keep your doomscrolling in bed
We've got a sneak preview of two more features heading our way with the Android 15 update later this year.
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The Google Pixel 8a has leaked on video, providing our best look yet at the budget phone
A leaked video provides a clear look at the Google Pixel 8a in two colors, along with its retail box.
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A full list of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 colors has leaked
A complete list of colors and storage capacities for both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 has been shared.
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Some Samsung Galaxy owners are getting screen replacements to fix major issue
Samsung is helping Galaxy users with the green line problem so long as they live in India and meet other requirements.
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Can’t find your pics amongst a sea of GIFs and memes? A Google Photos update could fix that
The Google Photos app could get an upgrade that makes it easier to find the pictures you're looking for.
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Laptops & Computing
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The Asus TUF Gaming A17 laptop, equipped with an RTX 4060 GPU, is almost at its lowest price ever
Right now the Asus TUF Gaming A17 laptop is on sale through Amazon, and its near its lowest price ever.
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Hard drives could be about to get more expensive – and we have AI to blame
AI needs lots of storage for the data that trains these models – and that’ll have a knock-on effect on consumer hard drives.
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Ray Ban’s Meta Glasses now let you listen to Apple Music with voice controls for maximum nerd points
The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses now offer native Apple Music controls, and new WhatsApp and Messenger video call tools.
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The best SSD in the world? Phony Samsung drive has jaw-dropping specs at a bargain price, and yes – it’s a fake
A 4TB SSD that runs at 15GB/s for under $50? This is one of the most brazen fakes we’ve ever seen.
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Adobe Firefly's latest image model looks like a generational leap and I can't wait to try it
Detail, precision control, and something from nothing are all on the menu for the Adobe Firelfy Image 3 Model.
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Meta Quest's software is coming to new Asus ROG and Lenovo headsets
Meta is opening the newly dubbed Horizon OS to third parties so they create more Quest headsets and port their apps over.
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Quordle today – hints and answers for Tuesday, April 23 (game #820)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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Apple
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The iPhone 16 looks likely to ditch physical buttons after all
Apple will reportedly abandon all physical buttons on the iPhone 16 line.
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Apple TV Plus could soon take another big shot at soccer with landmark FIFA deal
FIFA is said to be in talks with Apple to launch a new high-profile soccer tournament, but the move has its critics.
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It's time for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia to call a truce on the performance arms race and focus on sustainability and efficiency
AMD, Intel, and Nvidia have long been in a computing performance arms race that requires more power than we can sustain, so the big three need to shift their focus.
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The end of FineWoven? Apple reportedly stops production of the eco-friendly accessories
Apple’s FineWoven accessories are reportedly on the way out after meeting with a frosty reception from customers.
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A key Apple app is rumored to be getting a major upgrade in macOS 15
A comprehensive update is apparently in the pipeline for the Calculator app: here's what could be coming.
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Streaming
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Prime Video movie of the day: Asteroid City is Wes Anderson weirdness with a solid family story at its core
There's also a weird little alien guy, but maybe that's not such a surprise for a Wes movie.
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Netflix movie of the day: Emily the Criminal is a super-tight crime thriller full of real bad decisions
Watch Aubrey Plaza get caught in a web of criminals.
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The best Paramount Plus shows: 21 terrific series to stream in April 2024
These are the best Paramount Plus shows to watch right now, including The Curse and Colin From Accounts.
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Apple TV Plus could soon take another big shot at soccer with landmark FIFA deal
FIFA is said to be in talks with Apple to launch a new high-profile soccer tournament, but the move has its critics.
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New Deadpool and Wolverine trailer is packed with Marvel Easter eggs – here are 6 of the best
Marvel's latest teaser for Deadpool and Wolverine, the only MCU movie of 2024, is an Easter egg feast for fans.
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TVs
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Brighter, low-energy OLEDs are going into production this year – but they won’t be coming to TVs just yet
New OLED displays could be twice as bright, twice as efficient and last three times longer but the best TVs won't be the first to see this new tech.
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JMGO’s new 4K projector has a built-in gimbal so you can place it anywhere in your home
The new JMGO N1 Ultra promises to be the perfect projector for pretty much any space.
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New Google TV 4K streaming stick tipped to land soon – and it could come with a new remote
Nearly four years after the Chromecast with Google TV 4K launched, there are rumors that a new one could launch soon.
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Hot deals
The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales for April 2024
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Samsung's S90C OLED is our best-rated TV, and it just crashed to a new record-low price
The Samsung S90C OLED is our best-rated TV, and the 65-inch model is now on sale for a new record-low price of $1,499.99.
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9 must-see tech deals at Walmart right now: $699 MacBook, $448 75-inch TV, $279 laptop
Walmart is having a huge sale on tech gadgets, and I'm rounding up the 9 must-deals on TVs, MacBooks, laptops, and more.
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Sony’s 2024 TV range will get a dedicated Prime Video mode later this year
Your Sony TV will soon be able to calibrate your TV based on what kind of stream you're watching.
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Sonos' new app is a smarter, slicker music center that's perfect for, say, a pair of headphones
The next-gen Sonos app aims to deliver all your favorite audio in one smart home screen.
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This Swedish startup made the tech behind the world’s first solar-powered headphones – here’s how it works
Meet the company making gadgets like headphones, speakers and remotes better for the planet with solar power.
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Beats tipped to launch a new Bluetooth speaker after LeBron James flaunts mysterious device
LeBron James appears to have a Beats speaker that hasn't even been announced yet.
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Can you shower with AirPods?
Wondering if you can shower with AirPods? In a word, no, but we explain why you can't and what to do instead.
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I got a Dolby Atmos soundtrack mixing demo at Sony Pictures Studios, and now I know how Spider-Man sounds get made
My behind-the-scenes Sony Pictures Studios tour showed me the magic of Foley effects, ADR, soundtrack mixing and more.
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JLab JBuds Lux ANC review: budget headphones that are all about that bass
The JLab JBuds Lux ANC are the brand's first 'luxury' over-ear headphones, which offer lots of bass but a few aches too.
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iFi iDSD Diablo 2 review: the red DAC's more devilishly good second time around
As long as you’re not expecting some sort of sonic armageddon, the iFi iDSD Diablo 2 has an awful lot going for it.
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Health & Fitness
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OnePlus Watch 2 Nordic Blue is the Wear OS dive watch I’ve been waiting for
OnePlus Watch 2 gets a dive watch makeover reminiscent of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.
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Leaked Samsung Galaxy Ring model numbers hint at size options
We may have just learned some of the model numbers that the Samsung Galaxy Ring is going to be coming in.
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Withings ScanWatch Nova review: analog looks with exceptional digital brains
The Withings ScanWatch Nova 2 is an unassuming yet powerful smartwatch and health tracker.
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Cameras
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It’s finally happened: Canon opens up its RF-mount to Sigma and Tamron lenses
Six Sigma DC DN Contemporary lenses for Canon's APS-C cameras like the EOS R7 are on the way in 2024, and one from Tamron.
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Nikon Z 40mm f/2 review: this cheap, modern 'nifty forty' has been my every day lens for over a year and it hasn't let me down
Nikon's cheapest prime is a cost-effective entry-point into the Z mount ecosystem and a great take on the 'Nifty Fifties' of old.
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'It’s nothing to do with photography' – Sony World Photography Award winners tell us their mixed feelings about AI
We asked Sony World Photography Award winners if AI-generated images have a place in photo competitions and how organizers should approach the tech. Here’s what they said.
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Missed out on the Fujifilm X100VI? New leak suggests the next best thing could land soon
A new leak suggests that a Fujifilm X-T50 could launch soon – here's why it could be good alternative to the popular X100VI.
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Home
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Instant Vortex 9-quart Air Fryer with VersaZone technology review: competent, but not flawless
The Instant Vortex Air Fryer with VersaZone technology serves up a large single cooking basket that can be divided into two for fuss-free air frying.
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I tried Dyson's CleanTrace app, and it's the most fun you can have with a vacuum cleaner
Dyson's CleanTrace AR app turns vacuuming into a game – and it's a hugely satisfying one.
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Samsung’s new energy-efficient appliances use AI to offer huge savings
Saving the planet with the power of smart bubbles
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Cuisinart's soft serve sundae station is like a Pizza Hut Ice Cream Factory in miniature
The Cuisinart Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker delivers perfect ice cream in 20 minutes, and looks adorable while doing so.
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Buying guides
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The best Chromebook 2024
The best Chromebook can be a great alternative to MacBooks and Windows laptops.
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The Best Bird Feeder Camera 2024
If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden, we've rounded up best bird feeder cameras for you
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The best Hulu movies: 26 great films to stream in April 2024
The best Hulu movies right now, including Wonder Woman, Hellboy and The Fifth Element.
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The best 4K graphics card of 2024: top options for gamers and creatives
Whether you’re looking to game in Ultra HD or looking to push a creative project forward, the best 4K graphics cards are up to the task.
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The best computer 2024
Tired of your chunky old desktop? It might be time to get yourself one of the best computers, handpicked by our PC experts.
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The best cheap graphics cards 2024
You don't have to take out a loan to get a high framerate from the best cheap graphics cards.
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The best graphics card 2024
The best graphics card have never been better, thanks to all new offerings from Team Green and Team Red.
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The Asus TUF Gaming A17 laptop, equipped with an RTX 4060 GPU, is almost at its lowest price ever
Right now the Asus TUF Gaming A17 laptop is on sale through Amazon, and its near its lowest price ever.
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Dell launches limited-time flash sale - shop these 4 best laptop deals while you can
The latest Dell flash sale features big discounts of up to $400 on dozens of Inspiron and XPS devices so I've picked the four best laptop deals.
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Hot deals
The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales for April 2024
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Samsung's S90C OLED is our best-rated TV, and it just crashed to a new record-low price
The Samsung S90C OLED is our best-rated TV, and the 65-inch model is now on sale for a new record-low price of $1,499.99.
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Save up to $100 in the latest iPad sale at Best Buy - I've picked the top 5 deals
A huge iPad sale is now underway at Best Buy with discounts of up to $100 on almost all Apple's tablets.
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Best Buy launches big-screen 4K TV sale - save up to $800 on Sony, LG and Samsung
A huge 4K TV sale is now live at Best Buy with savings of up to $800 available on a number of the best big-screen displays.
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OnePlus Coupons for April 2024
Use these OnePlus coupons to get a better price on mobiles & accessories from the leading Android smartphone retailer.
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Microsoft Promo Code for April 2024
Use these Microsoft promo codes to save up to $500 off select Surface Pro 9 devices
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Casper Coupons for April 2024
These Casper coupons can help you save big on your next bedding purchase from sheets, pillows, mattresses, and more.
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Paramount Plus Coupon Codes for April 2024
Our Paramount Plus coupon codes can be added to your subscription to help you save on monthly streaming fees.
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Software
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Ray Ban’s Meta Glasses now let you listen to Apple Music with voice controls for maximum nerd points
The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses now offer native Apple Music controls, and new WhatsApp and Messenger video call tools.
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Meta Quest's software is coming to new Asus ROG and Lenovo headsets
Meta is opening the newly dubbed Horizon OS to third parties so they create more Quest headsets and port their apps over.
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Google’s Gemini AI app could soon let you sync and control your favorite music streaming service
Google's Gemini AI, looking to become users’ choice digital assistant, might soon be getting music streaming service integration, offering seamless music control.
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Google might have a new AI-powered password-generating trick up its sleeve - but can Gemini keep your secrets safe?
Google Chrome's potential integration of Gemini, its flagship AI model, promises smarter password suggestions but raises concerns about security vulnerabilities.
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Versus
Xbox Series X vs Xbox One X: is it worth upgrading?
The Xbox Series X is Microsoft's most powerful console, but where does that leave the last-gen Xbox One X?
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There are some huge discounts on Samsung gaming monitors right now - perfect for PS5, Xbox, and PC
Save up to $1,000 on top gaming monitors from Samsung right now.
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Zenless Zone Zero's release date seemingly leaked on the App Store
The release date for HoYoverse's upcoming role-playing game, Zenless Zone Zero, has seemingly leaked.
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Versus
Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S: which Xbox is right for you?
The Xbox Series X vs Xbox Series S comparison is worth looking into if you're shopping around for a current-gen system.
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Meet Your Experts
Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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VPN
How does a VPN work?
VPNs protect your digital privacy, unblock content, and spoof your location—but how? Here's what you need to know.
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Microsoft unveils mini-model AI for small businesses
Smaller Phi-3-mini model is compact enough to be deployed on mobile, but powerful enough to rival GPT-3.5, Microsoft says.
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A cloud server leak seems to show top animation shows are part-made in North Korea
Files found on a now-defunct server using a North Korean IP address suggest that companies like the BBC, Amazon and HBO Max could be, however unwittingly, hiring North Koreans to animate hit shows.
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South Korea defense firms hit by North Korean attacks
For a year now, North Koreans have been targeting defense firms in the South, stealing data and passwords.
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