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US Reclaims Supercomputing Crown With AMD-Powered Frontier
The supercomputer is the first to achieve exascale performance, topping 1.1 quintillion calculations per second. The US has reclaimed the top spot on the list of the world's most powerful computers with the first supercomputer to cross the exascale performance threshold. The AMD-powered Frontier supercomputer at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory topped 1.1 exaflops, or 1.1 quintillion calculation ... Read more
2022-05-30 21:56:18
Best USB-C Chargers, Docks, Batteries and Other Accessories
Here are the devices that make the charging and data port even more useful. After some growing pains, USB-C has hit its stride. Many laptops and phones come with USB-C ports for data and charging, and now an abundance of accessories take advantage of the standard. Even Apple, which for years favored its competing Lightning connector, is building USB-C into new iPads and reportedly will release U ... Read more
2022-05-30 21:55:55
Stock Up on Cables, Adapters and More With One-Day Discounts on UGreen Accessories
Ditch that tangled nest of cables on your desk or nightstand with these handy UGreen adapters. Sometimes, the added "convenience" of wireless connectivity ends up being more of a hassle than it's worth. The simplest way to connect two devices is still with a hardwired connection, and there's a whole ecosystem of cords and adapters out there that make it easier than ever. And today only at Amazo ... Read more
2022-05-30 21:54:57
My Top 5 Wishes for Apple's iPhone 14
Commentary: As the demanding tech addict that I am, I have big hopes from the new iPhone. The iPhone 13 and 13 Pro sit among the best phones you can buy in 2022, thanks to the lineup's superb all-around performance and camera skills. But, we may have better specs and features to look forward to later this year. Rumor has it that Apple's iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro are on their way with a few poss ... Read more
2022-05-29 21:33:49
Will Your Samsung Galaxy Phone Get Android 13? See if It's on the List
Samsung offers four years of updates for its Galaxy phones. Here's what that means for your smartphone. Whether you have a Galaxy S22 Ultra or Galaxy A53 5G, you don't have to worry about your new Samsung phone feeling outdated anytime soon. For older smartphones, however, you may notice things not working the same, if you haven't kept up with the latest software updates. However, Samsung has com ... Read more
2022-05-29 21:32:57
Save Hundreds on Refurb iPhones and Apple Watches Today Only at Woot
If you can live with some dings and scrapes, these are some of the best prices you'll find on Apple devices out there at the moment. From phones to earbuds to smart watches, Apple devices consistently score top marks in our reviews, frequently claiming the top spot in our best device lists. Sleek and simple with consistently impressive performance, Apple devices really only have one major drawbac ... Read more
2022-05-29 21:32:26
Apple's iPhone 14 Release Date May Be Just 3 Months Away
When does the iPhone 14 arrive? Here's what Apple's history and some current rumors tell us. The iPhone 14 is expected to be the next phone in Apple's 2022 flagship line. There are numerous rumors buzzing around regarding the next iPhone's design, price and new features (maybe it'll finally be notchless with Touch ID), but at this stage in its development cycle, most leaks and rumors should proba ... Read more
2022-05-29 21:27:40
Apple to Keep iPhone Production Flat, Report Says
Apple will reportedly produce as many iPhones in 2022 as were produced in 2021. Apple is reportedly keeping iPhone production about the same in 2022 as in 2021, according to a report Thursday from Bloomberg. People familiar with Apple's projection told Bloomberg that Apple asked suppliers to assemble about 220 million iPhones. Analysts predicted iPhone production would be closer to 240 million un ... Read more
2022-05-27 01:23:44
Google probed by competition watchdog over ad dominance
The UK's competition watchdog has announced a probe into Google's dominance of the advertising market. The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating whether Google used its prominence to illegally favour its own services over those of rivals. This is its second active investigation into Google's ad-tech practices. A Google representative said: "We will continue to work with ... Read more
2022-05-27 01:23:03
Looking for a Career in IT? Apple Could Train You
These self-paced IT training and certification programs can show you how to support iPhones, Macs and other Apple devices in the workplace. If you're looking to change careers, Apple has introduced two new professional training and certification programs to train IT workers, or anyone who wants to start a career in IT. Apple's programs will explain how to deploy, manage and support iPhones, Mac ... Read more
2022-05-25 03:32:25