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Your Next Android Phone Upgrade Might Be Easier
Switching from an old Android phone to a new one isn’t a completely seamless process, especially when it comes to the data stored in apps. Thankfully, Google is trying to fix that. Google has announced a few changes to how future Android phones will handle migrating from another phone. The first one is that it will expand the Pixel 9’s…
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Fix Windows with an in-place upgrade install – Computerworld
By default, Windows keeps the Windows.old folder around for 10 days after such an install. If you’re sure things are working, you can remove it sooner. On the test Windows 11 PC whose Windows.old folder weighed in at just under 35GB in Figure 1, running Disk Cleanup (cleanmgr.exe) returned nearly 25GB worth of disk space, as you can see in…
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AWS dealt major blow in nuclear-powered data center deal after regulators reject upgrade plans
US regulators have refused approval for an increase in the amount of energy set to be supplied to an Amazon data center directly connected to a nuclear power plant. Finding new energy sources has become increasingly necessary as hyperscalers like AWS seek to power the rise of AI. Because of that, in March, AWS shelled out $650 million in a…
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New iPhone SE 4 case leak hints at major design upgrade
With the iPhone 16 finally here, rumors have been steadily pouring in for Apple’s next line of iPhones. While Apple hasn’t updated its iPhone SE range since 2022, odds are 2025 could be the year we see the new iPhone SE 4. A new leak from Apple tipster Sonny Dickson shed some light on what updates Apple has in mind,…
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How to upgrade Windows 10 to 11 24H2
If you have a device running Windows 10, you can upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 (2024 Update) for free using the ISO file, Windows Update, and Installation Assistant. The only requirement is that the hardware must meet the minimum requirements, you can continue the installation process. Microsoft supports multiple upgrade paths. Once Windows 11 24H2 is ready for your laptop…
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Runway AI video gets a big upgrade — 5 prompts to try it out
Runway is my favorite artificial intelligence video generator. It has a flexible range of features, options, and capabilities in addition to an impressively realistic motion and visual style that make it a great all-rounder. With the latest update to Runway, you can now have more control over the way it handles images as the starting point for a video. Following…
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Windows 11 24H2 (unsupported hardware) clean install and in-place upgrade process
To perform a clean install of Windows 11 24H2 on an incompatible computer, create a custom USB bootable media with Rufus, with the option to bypass the restrictions. Then, start the setup and continue with the on-screen directions like the regular process. Alternatively, you can mount the Windows 11 24H2 ISO on File Explorer and run the setup.exe /product server…
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How to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2
To upgrade to Windows 11 24H2, open Settings > Windows Update, turn on“Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available,” click on “Check for Updates,” and click the “Download & install” button. You can also upgrade using the Installation Assistant, ISO file, and through the Windows Insider Program. UPDATED 10/2/2024: Windows 11 24H2 (2024 Update) is available starting October…
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Windows 11 24H2 known issues blocking the upgrade
Microsoft released Windows 11 2024 Update (version 24H2) on October 1, 2024, but several known issues might prevent your device from upgrading. This latest feature update introduces new AI features, enhances security, and improves privacy settings and productivity tools. However, as with any new software release, users may encounter potential issues. The complete list of known issues for Windows 11…
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Upgrade to Superior Pool Cleaning With the Revolutionary Degrii Zima Pro
This article is sponsored by Degrii. Product choices and opinions expressed are from the sponsor and do not reflect the views of How-to Geek editorial staff. With innumerable options available in the vast sea of pool maintenance, zeroing in on the ideal pool cleaner for your home can be confusing. While many promise excellent cleaning and fancy features, their average…
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