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Alpine Linux KDE desktop (Image source: /u/grigio on Reddit)

Alpine Linux 3.21.0 brings loongarch64 support and several package updates

Community-developed ultralight Linux distro Alpine is back with version 3.21.0. The first release in the 3.21 stable series comes with loongarch64 CPU support, as well as multiple updated packages, including GNOME 47, GCC 14, PHP ...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Dec 2024 11:05

Level Home releases Level Lock+ (Matter) as the smallest home smart lock on the market. (Image source: Level Home)

Level Home unveils smallest home smart lock: Level Lock Plus Matter

Level Home has unveiled the Level Lock+ (Matter) smart lock for smart homes. The lock utilizes the Matter standard for controlling interconnected smart devices, including alarms, lights, and more.

David Chien, 15 Nov 2024 10:06

Apple is reportedly working on a wall-mounted display

Apple's next big launch will reportedly be a wall-mounted display that can control appliances, make video calls and has an AI assistant.

Rohith Bhaskar, 13 Nov 2024 09:21

Google's Jarvis AI spotted in the Chrome web store (Image Source: Google)

Google's Jarvis AI accidentally leaked via Chrome web store

Google accidentally put up a preview of Jarvis, its upcoming agentic AI, in the Chrome web store. It listed the agent as a Chrome extension before removing it from the Store.

Rohith Bhaskar, 07 Nov 2024 12:10

The official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 is now available after a 9 year wait (Image Source: Raspberry Pi)

Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 now available with upgraded resolution

The Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display first launched over 9 years ago, offering a paltry 800 x 480 resolution. Used in projects and embedded products the world over for nearly a decade, the official panel has finally been upgrad...

David Devey, 04 Nov 2024 19:57

Fedora Linux 41 now available (Image source: Fedora Magazine)

Fedora Linux 41 arrives with GNOME 47, KDE 6.2, the 6.11 kernel, and more

Just as expected, Fedora 41 is finally here. Across various editions, the list of changes includes highlights such as GNOME 47 and KDE Plasma 6.2, the Mir and Wayland-based Miracle desktop environment in the new Fedora Miracle, ne...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Oct 2024 20:16

Microsoft accuses Google of funding a shadow campaign against its cloud services

Microsoft is accusing Google of leading an astroturf group that will discredit it in the eyes of competition authorities. Google has filed a complaint with the European Commission, calling out Microsoft for anti-competitive licens...

Rohith Bhaskar, 29 Oct 2024 12:46

Raspberry Pi OS 2024-10-22 update (Image source: Raspberry Pi)

Raspberry Pi OS 2024-10-22 now available with Wayland by default and other changes

After using the X Window system for years, Raspberry Pi OS is now moving over to Wayland. In addition to this new windowing technology, the firmware release labeled "2024-10-22" also comes with improved touchscreen support and bet...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Oct 2024 10:59

Parrot 6.2 official release teaser (Image source: Parrot Security)

Debian-based distro Parrot 6.2 intros the Rocket launcher alongside several package updates

Parrot OS is back with multiple improvements and updates, as well as a new launcher. Unleashed yesterday, version 6.2 of this Debian-based distro that targets ethical hackers brings forward Rocket, a launcher for Docker containers...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Oct 2024 16:57

Threshold Care launches Motion AC plugs for 24/7 motion detection using Wi-Fi signals for caregiving and more

Threshold Care has launched the Motion AC plugs for 24/7 motion detection using Wi-Fi signals. Users can constantly monitor their homes to sense signs of life from the elderly, know which bathrooms are occupied, and even track the...

David Chien, 10 Oct 2024 22:03

The BE3600 is launched globally (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi BE3600 router with WiFi 7 and link aggregation launches globally

Xiaomi is launching new reasonably priced router on the global market. The model supports WiFi 7, a current wireless standard, and promises high-quality data transmission. With that said, there are significant limitations.

Silvio Werner, 02 Oct 2024 16:44

Classic Gameboy vibes on Bop Spotter (Image Source: Bop Spotter)

Music detection project Bop Spotter sets aim on "catching vibes"

Bop Spotter has arrived to offer live insight for those curious about the listening habits of the iconic Missions District in San Francisco, California. Inspired by the gunshot detection system ShotSpotter, the project takes an al...

Stephen Pereyra, 01 Oct 2024 00:18

Researchers claim that this will be a huge step-up for the possibilities of flexible electronic systems. (Image source: Pragmatic)

Bendable non-silicon RISC-V microprocessor with under-a-dollar manufacturing cost could be a game-changer for smart sensors and wearables

The newly developed Flex-RV microprocessor, made with flexible IGZO TFTs and based on RISC-V architecture, operates at 60 kHz with under 6 mW power consumption. Its bendability and low-cost design make it ideal for wearables, heal...

Anubhav Sharma, 30 Sep 2024 17:42

Sharp LDK+ electric minivan concept (Image source: Sharp Corporation)

Foxconn and Sharp unveil ambitious LDK+ electric minivan with 65-inch display and solar panels

The result of a collaboration with Foxconn, Sharp's LDK+ electric minivan concept "focuses on stationary time, viewing the interior as an extension of the living room" with the help of a massive 65-inch display located in the rear...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2024 17:25

Fedora Linux 41 beta now available (Image source: Fedora Magazine)

Fedora Linux 41 beta drops Python 2 and upgrades the DNF package manager

One month before the stable release, Fedora Linux 41 beta arrives with a preview of what's about to come. Some of these changes are Python 2's removal, Valkey replacing Redis, the ability to install the proprietary Nvidia video dr...

Codrut Nistor, 18 Sep 2024 18:47

TI-84 + ESP32 = Magic (Image Source: ChromaLock on YouTube)

Undetectable TI-84 mod supercharges calculator with ChatGPT, WiFi, and more

The TI-84 is a powerful graphing calculator in its own right, but modder ChromaLock saw even more potential for the platform. Exploiting some of the calculator's built-in functionality, he found a way to introduce features never b...

Stephen Pereyra, 17 Sep 2024 00:58

NFC benchmark on Flipper Zero (Image Source: Flipper)

Flipper Zero 1.0 update brings major upgrades

Firmware version 1.0 marks the first major update for the Flipper Zero and brings a host of new features that have been in development for the past three years. The update supercharges everything the Flipper Zero is known for, and...

Stephen Pereyra, 10 Sep 2024 23:19

OSMC 2024 gets Kodi 21.1 (Image source: GeeksMint)

Debian-based OSMC 2024.08-1 brings Kodi 21.1 to Raspberry Pi, Apple TV, and Vero

The Open Source Media Center (OSMC) Debian-based Linux distro has just been updated with Kodi 21.1 Omega. In addition to a set of bug fixes, the new version, labeled 2024.08-1, comes with improved remote keymap messages, updated a...

Codrut Nistor, 26 Aug 2024 11:03

Xiaomi offers an affordable WiFi 7 router (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi BE6500: Fast WiFi 7 router with 2.5G ports launches at a relatively low price

Xiaomi is offering a new router. The BE6500 supports WiFi 7 and a fairly high transmission speed and promises strong coverage even in larger apartments or houses. Ethernet ports with an increased data transfer rate are available, ...

Silvio Werner, 07 Aug 2024 16:43

Vayu One AI-driven delivery robot with passive sensors (Image source: Vayu Robotics)

World's first on-road delivery robot with AI unleashed in the US

Boasting a team of former Lyft, Apple, Google, and Facebook engineers with experience in autonomous technology projects, Vayu Robotics has just introduced the world's first on-road delivery robot that takes advantage of AI foundat...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Jul 2024 11:42

The Raspberry Pi has a massive selection of add on boards that make it a diverse and capable system (Image source: Pimoroni)

5 of the best accessories for turning the Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerhouse

CheckMag The addition of a PCIe connector on the Raspberry Pi 5 opens the door for a range of cheap add-ons that can significantly increase its potency and capability, including NVME drives, 2.5 gigabit ethernet and support for running pre...

David Devey, 19 Jul 2024 11:34

Fanless server with Nano-BMC interface for advanced remote management (Image Source: SimplyNUC)

Simply NUC readies extremeEDGE fanless mini PC servers with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 8840U processor

Other processor options include the AMD Ryzen embedded V3C18l and the Ryzen 7 7840U. There is support for up to 96 GB LPDDR5-5600 RAM, 24 TB NVMe SSD storage and high-speed internet interfaces like 4x 2.5 GbE, 2x 10 GbE and 4/5G, ...

Bogdan Solca, 17 Jul 2024 14:41

Kontakt.io releases Nano Smart Tag IR to track patients and monitor medical workflows. (Image source: Kontakt.io)

Kontakt.io releases Nano Smart Tag IR wearable enabling hospitals to track patients in real-time with room-level accuracy

Kontaki.io has released the Nano Smart Tag IR wearable that enables hospitals to track patients in real-time with room-level accuracy. Whether a patient has wandered off due to dementia or simply misplaced by staff, the Nano Smart...

David Chien, 14 Jul 2024 06:02

The Power of Azulle’s Elite: Unleashing 4G Capabilities for Business Solutions

Customizable mini PCs are becoming increasingly prominent among enterprises across a wide range of industries, such as IoT, digital signage, telemedicine, and much more. Mini PCs, which provide enterprises with greater customizati...

Adve‎rtising, 24 Jun 2024 14:32

Microsoft and Hitachi come together for generative AI

As part of a three-year strategic partnership, Hitachi will use Microsoft solutions to accelerate the growth of the Lumada business, which currently employs no less than 270,000 people. Hitachi will integrate Microsoft's training ...

Codrut Nistor, 04 Jun 2024 19:40

Beyond the Mini PC – Customizable Computing Solutions for Any Industry

In today’s fast-paced business world, the demand for efficient, customizable, and powerful computing solutions has never been greater. According to a 2022 report by Grand View Research, the global market for custom-built PCs is ex...

Adverticl‎e, 29 May 2024 07:28

The proposed route for Google's new undersea fiber optic cable crosses southern Africa and the Indian Ocean. (Image via MapChart w/ edits)

Google to start construction of first undersea fiber optic cable connecting Africa and Australia

Google will soon begin construction of a fiber optic cable linking Africa to Australia, the first of its kind. The cable will run from Kenya to South Africa before crossing the Indian Ocean. The cable, dubbed "Umoja," is designed ...

Sam Medley, 23 May 2024 16:54

Energy tracking comes to IKEA's smart home platform. (Source: IKEA)

IKEA brings energy tracking feature to Home Smart

As the Matter 1.3 announces new energy management functionality into the smart home standard, IKEA launches a new Energy Insights feature to its Home Smart app – but only for smart households in Sweden. In other news, the furnitur...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 14 May 2024 14:05

LibreELEC Linux teaser (Source: Linuxiac)

LibreELEC 12.0 launches with Kodi 21 Omega and more

Now fully supporting Raspberry Pi 4 and 5 with 64-bit versions, LibreELEC 12.0 launches with Kodi 21 Omega alongside the Linux kernel labeled 6.6.28. This minimalistic distro can be used to run Kodi on HTPC devices with hardware m...

Codrut Nistor, 02 May 2024 20:46

If the temperature changes, electricity is generated: just like a heat pump, only in reverse.

Heat pump on the wrist: chip converts heat into electricity for IoT and sensors

Tiny devices such as contact and temperature sensors or for weather measurement and automation are spreading rapidly. The power supply requires cables or batteries, which a new type of energy cell could change.

Mario Petzold, 22 Apr 2024 14:38

SwitchBot adopts Matter. (Source: SwitchBot)

SwitchBot robot vacuums upgrade to Matter support across the board

SwitchBot has announced that "almost all" of its smart and automatic home devices are now eligible for the OEM's conversion to support Google's universal connection system Matter. That includes its latest K10+ mini smart vacuum, w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2024 16:59

Azulle’s OEM Features for Enhanced Operations

In the bustling world of tech innovation, where the quest for efficiency meets the desire for personalized solutions, Azulle emerges as a beacon of ingenuity. Azulle isn't just a brand, but a manufacturer of hardware solutions for...

A‌d, 05 Apr 2024 14:42

Fedora Linux 40 beta now available (Source: Fedora Magazine)

A new Fedora Linux 40 beta release now available

Released in November 2023, Fedora Linux 39 will reach its end of life this November. Its successor is already in the works, and a new beta has just surfaced online. Fedora Linux 40 beta comes with Gnome 46, KDE Plasma 6, Podman 5,...

Codrut Nistor, 27 Mar 2024 11:39

"Toothbrush botnet hacker" might not be as ridiculous as it sounds. (DALLE 3-generated image)

Toothbrush botnet isn't as far-fetched as it seems as there are plenty of connected devices that could get you hacked

CheckMag The toothbrush botnet was one of those examples of the mainstream media fanning flames without the correct facts. However, the concept isn’t entirely unrealistic. Buying any connected device, particularly those from China, has the...

David Devey, 10 Mar 2024 20:37

Qualcomm's new AI Hub offers a wealth of resources for developers. (Image: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm AI Hub offers access to generative AI models compatible with its Snapdragon chips

Qualcomm isn’t wasting any time ensuring that it facilitates AI development for its Arm-based Snapdragon chips. The company has launched a new AI Hub with access to over 75 AI models and the tools developers will need to leverage ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Mar 2024 04:41

Unlocking Business Potential: The Versatility of Azulle Mini PCs

In the dynamic landscape of modern technology, the power of going mini has emerged as a transformative force, unleashing Azulle, a brand of mini PCs as the power behind everyday technology like digital signage screens, IoT in smar...

Adver‏ticle, 06 Mar 2024 17:46

Samsung The Frame smart TV (Source: Samsung)

Samsung's domination of the TV market reaches adulthood

Although brands like Sony and LG are not easy prey, Samsung made it look so by achieving a 30.1% share in the global TV market last year. Since 2006, Samsung managed to sell enough TV sets to get the golden crown every time. In 20...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Feb 2024 00:36

Xiaomi Redmi AX5400: Router with decent features

Xiaomi Redmi AX5400: Gaming router with mesh support, strong Ethernet and Xiaomi features available in Europe

The Xiaomi Redmi AX5400 is a high-performance router suitable for implementing a corresponding mesh system. The model can now be ordered in Europe, although the purchase is still subject to certain obstacles.

Silvio Werner, 14 Feb 2024 15:21

Fitrus Plus 3.0: Intended for the measurement of numerous vital parameters

Fitrus Plus 3.0: Compact device measures a number of vital parameters and could be a replacement for a smart scale

The Fitrus Plus 3.0 is intended to take the tracking of fitness and vital data to the next level. It is a transportable device for measuring various parameters and could be a replacement for a smart scale.

Silvio Werner, 13 Feb 2024 23:20

Samsung's smart TVs will offer only Alexa and Bixby as options for voice assistants (Image Source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung TVs to lose Google Assistant next month

Samsung has officially confirmed that Google Assistant will no longer be available on its smart TVs, including existing models. The voice assistant was added to Samsung’s Tizen TV platform in 2020, but the 2023 lineup of TVs came ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 03 Feb 2024 14:43

Inside the Varta battery research facility in Graz due to begin full operations in Q2 2024 (Source: Varta AG)

Varta battery research facility in Graz to expand later this year

Currently conducting research in the battery field with a team of around 30 people, Varta's Graz site will expand later this year. The new facility will accommodate a team of 50 members in charge of developing post-lithium solutio...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2024 16:50

The Tack GPS Plus can track loved ones worldwide using GPS, Wi-Fi, and LTE networks. (Source: Tack One)

CES 2024 | Tack One unveils Tack GPS Plus to track people and objects worldwide over LTE-M networks

Tack One has unveiled the Tack GPS Plus location tracker. This latest model transmits location information continuously over LTE-M networks worldwide to track people and objects worldwide. The Tack GPS Plus adds Indoor Elevation F...

David Chien, 16 Jan 2024 10:24

Xiaomi BE 3600: New WiFi 7 router to launch at a low price

Xiaomi BE 3600: New WiFi 7 router with an affordable price tag

Xiaomi is offering the BE 3600, a WiFi 7 router that aims to win over buyers with its particularly low price. A fast Ethernet port is also available.

Silvio Werner, 14 Jan 2024 23:44

The ULED X TVs star at CES 2024. (Source: Hisense)

CES 2024 | Hisense ULED X TVs, Canvas TV and Kitchen of the Future go on display

Hisense is touting its latest ULED X variants as class-leading mini-LED TVs in Las Vegas right now. They are being shown off alongside the new Canvas, another big-screen device intended to blend art and technology as the name sugg...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jan 2024 18:14

The MSI EV Premium charger. (Source: MSI)

CES 2024 | MSI EV Smart Eco Chargers and AI DVR star at OEM's industrial AIoT showcase

Electric vehicle (EV) chargers with MSI logos might become a thing in 2024, as part of the brand's bid to become as well-known for automotive or industrial smart tech as it is for gaming laptops. Some of the MSI tech for cars supp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Jan 2024 21:55

WELOV P200 Pro launches as world's first Matter-certified air purifier

The AiDot brand WELOV asserts that its latest air purifier is a world first in that it is the first device of its kind officially approved to work with the Matter standard for smart home IoT and devices. The company believes that ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jan 2024 19:31

LG's AI bot: essential gadget or expensive gimmick?(Credit: LG Newsroom)

Zero labor home: LG announces a two-legged smart AI agent

In view of CES 2024, LG Electronics prepares to showcase their smart home AI agent that runs on multimodal AI technology. The bot is powered by Qualcomm Robotics RB5 for facial recognition and functions as a pet monitor, a patrol...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 27 Dec 2023 17:57

Meross' garage door remote is now 28% off its initial MSRP. (Credit: Meross)

Deal | Meross' HomeKit smart garage door opener falls below $35

From an all-time-high of $74.44 this fall, Meross' garage door remote has plummeted by more than half. Thanks to cumulative price drops, seasonal sales and a $5 on-page coupon, this HomeKit-compatible garage door opener is finally...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 22 Dec 2023 15:43

Internet of Things (IoT)

Alpine Linux 3.21.0 brings loongarch64 support and several package updates

Level Home unveils smallest home smart lock: Level Lock Plus Matter

Apple is reportedly working on a wall-mounted display

Google's Jarvis AI accidentally leaked via Chrome web store

Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 now available with upgraded resolution

Fedora Linux 41 arrives with GNOME 47, KDE 6.2, the 6.11 kernel, and more

Microsoft accuses Google of funding a shadow campaign against its cloud services

Raspberry Pi OS 2024-10-22 now available with Wayland by default and other changes

Debian-based distro Parrot 6.2 intros the Rocket launcher alongside several package updates

Threshold Care launches Motion AC plugs for 24/7 motion detection using Wi-Fi signals for caregiving and more

Xiaomi BE3600 router with WiFi 7 and link aggregation launches globally

Music detection project Bop Spotter sets aim on "catching vibes"

Bendable non-silicon RISC-V microprocessor with under-a-dollar manufacturing cost could be a game-changer for smart sensors and wearables

Foxconn and Sharp unveil ambitious LDK+ electric minivan with 65-inch display and solar panels

Fedora Linux 41 beta drops Python 2 and upgrades the DNF package manager

Undetectable TI-84 mod supercharges calculator with ChatGPT, WiFi, and more

Flipper Zero 1.0 update brings major upgrades

Debian-based OSMC 2024.08-1 brings Kodi 21.1 to Raspberry Pi, Apple TV, and Vero

TP-Link Archer BE800 review - The speedy tri-band WLAN router with Wi-Fi 7 and up to 19 GBit/s

Xiaomi BE6500: Fast WiFi 7 router with 2.5G ports launches at a relatively low price

World's first on-road delivery robot with AI unleashed in the US

5 of the best accessories for turning the Raspberry Pi 5 into a powerhouse

Simply NUC readies extremeEDGE fanless mini PC servers with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 8840U processor

Kontakt.io releases Nano Smart Tag IR wearable enabling hospitals to track patients in real-time with room-level accuracy

61% Newsmay AC8F-POE review: A mini PC with PoE support and Intel N100 for professional environments

The Power of Azulle’s Elite: Unleashing 4G Capabilities for Business Solutions

Microsoft and Hitachi come together for generative AI

Beyond the Mini PC – Customizable Computing Solutions for Any Industry

Google to start construction of first undersea fiber optic cable connecting Africa and Australia

IKEA brings energy tracking feature to Home Smart

LibreELEC 12.0 launches with Kodi 21 Omega and more

Heat pump on the wrist: chip converts heat into electricity for IoT and sensors

SwitchBot robot vacuums upgrade to Matter support across the board

Azulle’s OEM Features for Enhanced Operations

A new Fedora Linux 40 beta release now available

Toothbrush botnet isn't as far-fetched as it seems as there are plenty of connected devices that could get you hacked

Qualcomm AI Hub offers access to generative AI models compatible with its Snapdragon chips

Unlocking Business Potential: The Versatility of Azulle Mini PCs

Samsung's domination of the TV market reaches adulthood

Xiaomi Redmi AX5400: Gaming router with mesh support, strong Ethernet and Xiaomi features available in Europe

Fitrus Plus 3.0: Compact device measures a number of vital parameters and could be a replacement for a smart scale

Samsung TVs to lose Google Assistant next month

Varta battery research facility in Graz to expand later this year

CES 2024 | Tack One unveils Tack GPS Plus to track people and objects worldwide over LTE-M networks

Xiaomi BE 3600: New WiFi 7 router with an affordable price tag

CES 2024 | Hisense ULED X TVs, Canvas TV and Kitchen of the Future go on display

CES 2024 | MSI EV Smart Eco Chargers and AI DVR star at OEM's industrial AIoT showcase

WELOV P200 Pro launches as world's first Matter-certified air purifier

Zero labor home: LG announces a two-legged smart AI agent

Deal | Meross' HomeKit smart garage door opener falls below $35

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