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Synology DiskStation Manager 7: Beta available, free update coming in 2021

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 09.12.2020
Synology makes some of the best Network Attached Storage (NAS) solutions on the market, and they are all powered by its DiskStation Manager (DSM) software platform. In our reviews, we always appreciated the flexibility and ease of use of DSM. Synology is now working on finalizing a...

What's new in Windows 10 October 2020 Update?

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 22.10.2020
The autumnal October 2020 Update (version 20H2) for Windows 10 is out and brings a few new things designed to streamline our experience with this operating system. While this update doesn't come with as many new features as previous ones, that's not necessarily a bad thing. In a way,...

AMD Zen 3 and Ryzen 5000 processors are coming (specs, prices, release date)

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 09.10.2020
In an online event that was held on YouTube, AMD's CEO Lisa Su announced the official launch of the company's new Ryzen 5000 series processors. Obviously, the focus of the presentation was underlining the improvements brought by the new Zen 3 architecture and the increase in...

What's new in Windows 10 May 2020 Update?

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 22.04.2020
The Spring of 2020 has arrived and, just like it did in the last few years, Microsoft is getting ready to launch a new major update for Windows 10. Initially, everyone thought it would be called April 2020 Update. However, Microsoft decided to postpone it, and call it May 2020...

5 places to get live updates for COVID-19 in the US

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  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 31.03.2020
We are all affected by COVID-19, so it makes sense to want to get live updates about the pandemic, especially if you're living in the United States, the latest Coronavirus epicenter. However, finding reliable sources online can prove to be a challenge. If you live in the US and want...

What's new in Windows 10 November 2019 Update?

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 17.10.2019
In November 2019, Microsoft has scheduled the release of the next feature update for Windows 10, bringing it to version 1909. However, this update does not bring significant new features or changes, like previous updates. For November 2019 Update, Microsoft has changed its focus to...

Sony WI-1000XM2 - The premium neckband with excellent noise cancellation

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 09.09.2019
Sony had a busy time during IFA Berlin. Besides launching the new Xperia 5, they also announced some interesting neckband earphones - the Sony WI-1000XM2. It is a light product, with a classic design, and some interesting hardware features. This new model has an in-line remote...

Huawei announces new variants for the P30 Pro, and the beta for EMUI 10

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 06.09.2019
At IFA Berlin, Huawei has made many announcements, both for new chips that are going to be used in their future smartphones, and for new products. One unexpected move is that they also launched new color variants of their existing flagship - the Huawei P30 Pro. Here is how the new...

Sony announces Xperia 5 - A high-end smartphone with cool features

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 05.09.2019

At IFA Berlin, Sony announced the launch of a new smartphone. It is called Xperia 5, and it's part of the Sony flagship series, with a thin and compact design. Sony Xperia 5 has most of the features found on the Xperia 1, in a smaller form, while at the same time keeping the high...

8 ways in which Microsoft makes money from Windows 10

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 20.06.2019
You might ask yourself: how does Microsoft make money from Windows 10? Although some means are obvious, such as selling licenses, others are not, and the company's revenue generation sources from Windows 10 may be quite surprising. With Windows 10, Microsoft delivered not only a new...

What's new in Windows 10 May 2019 Update? 13 new features!

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 22.05.2019
On May 21st, 2019, Microsoft released the next major update to Windows 10, called Windows May 2019 Update. It is a significant upgrade bringing several improvements to Windows 10, specifically to the user interface and the security features of the operating system. If you want to...

Samsung is getting rid of notches and holes with upcoming Galaxy A80

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  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 12.04.2019
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A80 brings excellent news to smartphone addicts everywhere. Gone are the frustrations caused by that pesky notch at the top of your display, gone the sad mornings crying in your coffee because you have to scroll (again!) an extra half an inch when catching...

Cybersecurity through education: Kaspersky Interactive Protection Simulation

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  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 13.02.2019

Kaspersky Lab has developed a strategy that emphasizes education in cybersecurity. Alongside the investment in technology, education is just as crucial for the cybersecurity of a home as it is for a business. What is the point of mounting the most sophisticated lock on the door...