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Windows 11 build 27868 rolls out, teasing major changes ahead in the Canary Channel
Windows 11 build 27868 rolls out in the Canary Channel with Voice Access changes and some fixes. Microsoft promises to release more significant improvements in future updates. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 27868 for computers enrolled in the Canary Channel. This is a small update that brings visual changes for Voice Access and a few bug fixes.…
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Trump’s tariffs just blocked by major court ruling — here’s what it means for you
Those of you who were concerned about tariffs affecting the cost of your electronics may be in luck. A 3-judge panel at the Court of International Trade in New York has ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority by imposing severe tariffs on imports, effectively declaring them illegal. Congress usually approves tariffs, but Trump has previously declared that the…
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How to Unlock Your Phone From Any Major Carrier
First things first: How do you know if your phone is locked? If you purchased it directly from your carrier and you’re still paying it off in installments, then your phone is locked to the carrier’s network. This is also true if you just started service with your current provider, as carriers typically lock phones for a brief period after…
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Cato Networks announces major European R&D expansion
SASE platform provider Cato Networks has announced a significant expansion of its research and development (R&D) operations at its European engineering hub in Prague. The move will see the R&D center triple in size over the next year in a bid to accelerate development of the Cato SASE Cloud Platform and generate new opportunities for top tech talent across Czechia.…
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‘Fallout’ season 2 gets major update — here’s what that could mean for the release window
We’re inching closer to our next trip through the irradiated ruins of the Wasteland, and yes, all signs point to New Vegas. Ella Purnell just dropped a nuke of an update on Instagram: “Fallout” season 2 has officially wrapped filming. She shared a behind-the-scenes photo alongside her on-screen dad, Kyle MacLachlan, confirming that production has powered down after months of…
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A New Start Menu and More Major Upgrades Are Coming to Windows 11
Alongside a couple of new Surface devices, Microsoft has also announced a number of notable upgrades on the way for Windows 11, covering the Start menu, Copilot AI, and core Windows utilities such as Paint and the Snipping Tool. The Start menu changes are significant, and I wrote about them last month when they were first spotted in hidden code.…
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UK shares security tips after major retail cyberattacks
Following three high-profile cyberattacks impacting major UK retailers, the country’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has published guidance that all companies are advised to follow to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses. The cybersecurity breaches that prompted NCSC’s alert are the recent hacks at Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods, all multi-million British retailers. The attacks started with M&S, which suffered a…
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Bluesky is back up after a major outage
Bluesky experienced a major outage on Thursday evening that lasted around an hour. On my desktop browser, my Bluesky feed wouldn’t load at all, just showing a spinning loading circle. I saw something similar with the mobile app; I could log in, but when I did, the feed didn’t show. Other Verge colleagues were also experiencing issues. Now, though, it…
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Ford Hits the Brakes Again With Major New Recall
Ford has announced three fresh recalls through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The move affects various popular models, including the F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator. The recall affects over 148,000 vehicles in total. The issues involve faulty software, malfunctioning power windows, and fluid leaks. The biggest chunk comes from a recall targeting the F-150 and other large Ford…
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Microsoft just hit a major milestone in its ‘zero waste’ strategy
Microsoft says it’s outstripping its zero waste targets, recording a 90.9% reuse and recycling rate for servers and components in 2024. This puts the company beyond its 2025 target of 90%, a year ahead of schedule. Microsoft is focusing on three particular areas. It’s piloting the sustainable extraction of rare earth minerals from hard disk drives at scale, continuing to…
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