The details: As reported at BetaNews, some folks are saying the two-week old update has caused problems with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, along with reduced performance. Other users complained that settings are being reset, files are being sent to the Recycle Bin, and some are noting files disappearing altogether. If you are affected: The update applies to two specific Windows 10 installations: 1903-OS Build 18362.778 and 1909-OS Build 18363.778. If you have one of these builds (execute winver from the search box or a Command Prompt window to see) and haven’t updated yet, you can turn off automatic updates until Microsoft issues a fix....

Before You Begin With a pen or pencil, you tend to look down at the paper. With a tablet and pen, you have to look up at the screen to see what you’re doing. It can be disconcerting at first. Don’t give up. Longtime graphics tablets users swear by their tablets for most tasks, especially within graphics software. Not only is the pen more ergonomic, but it also provides precise control....

LG, however, is looking to bring this tech to the masses, along with some much-needed advancements. The company has teamed up with voice artificial intelligence leader Soundhound to create the “next-generation of in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems.” The goal here is to allow users to use natural language commands to control key aspects of the driving experience. LG gives some examples of how this technology could be useful, from ordering food directly from the vehicle, paying for gas, changing the temperature in the cabin, and rolling down the windows, among other tasks....

Locast stated on its official website that the service is ending its operations, effective immediately, and makes mention of how the company “respectfully disagrees” with the ruling. The company had suspended its service following another court ruling in early September. Locast was a non-profit streaming service that streamed local TV channels to users across the United States. It used its non-profit status to circumvent copyright law and retransmit television signals, but this drew the ire of the major TV networks....

The Litra Glow is a small 3.56-inch by 3.56-inch light that sits on top of a monitor mount, which allows the device to go on top of any desktop or laptop. It also pairs up with Logitech’s G HUB app so you can control its settings, such as the brightness and color temperature. Logitech claims the Litra Glow will bathe you in warm, soft, flattering light for a natural look across all skin tones using what it calls “TrueSoft” tech....

Something weird is going on inside the new Apple Silicon Macs, and the problem may be “swap files.” Swapping happens when a computer runs out of available RAM, or just figures that some data kept in RAM would be fine on the slower SSD until needed. Whatever the cause, the operating system is writing way more data than normal. But should M1 Mac owners be worried? “Just use the computer as you expect to use the computer,” writes MacRumors forum user deeddawg....

How to Use Mac Screen Sharing Using the Finder sidebar to access screen sharing has many benefits, including not having to know the IP address or name of the remote Mac. Instead, the remote Mac displays in the Shared list in the Finder sidebar; accessing the remote Mac takes just a few clicks. The downside of the Shared list in the Finder sidebar is that it is limited to local network resources....

Find Your MacBook Model Number The first thing you need is your MacBook model number. Here’s how to find it: RAM Upgrades For MacBooks Upgrading a MacBook’s memory is generally one of the easiest upgrades you can do. All MacBooks have two RAM slots; you can expand RAM to as high as 8 GB, depending on which MacBook model you have. Storage Upgrades For MacBooks Thankfully, Apple has made replacing the hard drive in most MacBooks an easy process....

Apple’s Magic Trackpad 2 is giving iPad mice a run for their money. This trackpad is bigger than its predecessor and boasts a longer battery life. Intuitive Multi-Touch gestures make the trackpad easy and comfortable to use. Best of all, it’s compatible with iPads running iPadOS 13.4 and up. I spent 15 hours putting these features to the test. Design: Couldn’t be more minimal It’s difficult to imagine a more stereotypical Apple design than the Magic Trackpad 2....

“I would be immediately cautious about any new method that can trigger phone calls ‘from me’—because others with access to my Alexa device could thus make (or accept) phone calls on my behalf,” David Kotz, a professor of computer science at Dartmouth College, told Lifewire in an email. Giving Up Control Kotz is the lead investigator for the Security and Privacy in the Lifecycle of IoT for Consumer Environments (SPLICE) project, a $10 million National Science Foundation research program aimed at improving security and privacy in homes that use smart devices....

Microsoft Designer is a graphic design application that seamlessly integrates with Microsoft 365, Bing, and Microsoft Edge. The purpose of this software is to give non-designer people quick access to a vast array of graphic design options without having to rack up mountains of student debt or spend too much time in design classes. To that end, the software is powered by a pair of AI superstars, a proprietary artificial intelligence designed specifically for this system, and the infamous Dall-E 2....

Risks of Running Windows XP If you decide to buy a computer running Windows XP, plan for these serious security problems you’ll need to deal with: Vulnerability to new bugs: Hackers are constantly searching for bugs in existing operating systems. When those bugs are exploited, companies that make the operating systems patch up (fix) those bugs. In the case of Windows XP, Microsoft won’t fix those bugs.Incompatible drivers: Since most hardware manufacturers stopped supporting Windows XP drivers, you’ll need to use old drivers....

What Is a Minecraft Realm? Minecraft Realms are Mojang’s answer to hosting a Minecraft server. Playing Minecraft with friends over the internet has never been easier. For a fee of $7.99 per month or a one-time payment for 30-, 90-, or 180-day plans, Mojang sets up and hosts a private, always-online server for you and your friends. Only people you invite can play in your world, and your friends play for free in your realm....

What Is an MOS File? A file with the MOS file extension is a raw image file produced by cameras such as the Leaf Aptus series. The file is uncompressed, so you’ll find that it’s usually a bit larger than more standard images like JPEGs or PNGs. How to Open an MOS File The default photo viewer in Windows is one free MOS viewer. RawTherapee is another free software program that opens MOS files in Windows, Linux, and macOS....

When building a PC, one of the most critical components you will install is your motherboard. On a motherboard, there are many electrical connections on the back of the board and the front of the board. Since computer cases are made from metals, there must be space between the motherboard and the case to prevent them from touching each other. What Are Standoffs on a Motherboard? Standoffs are small pieces of metal similar to screws....

If it’s a mobile device (such as a smartphone or some other type of device that can be taken and used on the go) or related to mobile or cellular connectivity, it’s fair game for MWC. What Are the Dates for the Next MWC? 2023’s MWC Barcelona will take place from February 27 to March 2, 2023. MWC Barcelona 2022 took place from February 28 to March 3, 2022. In 2021, the GSMA postponed it to late June....

ThreatFabric, a security firm based in Amsterdam, first discovered the new malware, which it calls Vultur, in March. According to ArsTechnica, Vultur forgoes the previously standard way of capturing credentials and instead utilizes virtual network computing (VNC) with remote access abilities to record the screen when a user enters their login details into specific applications. While the malware originally was discovered in March, researchers with ThreatFabric believe they have connected it to the Brunhilda dropper, a malware dropper used previously in several Google Play apps to distribute other banking malware....

MacBook Air M2 Release Date Apple confirmed in June at WWDC that the new MacBook Air would arrive in the summer. It officially became available July 15, 2022. You can order the MacBook Air at Apple.com. New MacBook Air Price This MacBook starts at $1,199, and $1,099 for education. It’s more depending on the storage, memory, and power adapter you want. You’ll spend $2,499 if you get the top-of-the-line model. You get the following at that introduction price:...

Rolling out today, the update adds a smuggling mechanic where players can obtain illegal products from outlaw systems and sell them for a lot of in-game money. In addition to the game mode, Update 3.85 makes a lot of graphical changes and enhances the space combat with new features. As a space pirate, players can accept new “procedurally generated missions” from Bounty Masters, in which you terrorize the local star system....

Curved monitors may look bizarre compared to the flatscreens most of us are used to, but they often provide a larger display area while taking up less physical space. In addition, the curvature of the screen can create a more immersive experience for movies, and video games as the display wraps around into your peripheral vision. Samsung’s Odyssey Ark does that too, but bigger (at 55-inches), with an emphasis on visual performance, and the ability to quickly change screen position, aspect ratio, size, and Multi View....