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news Reflector Media has bought Digital Citizen. What happens next?

Reflector Media has bought Digital Citizen. What happens next?

If you’re a Digital Citizen subscriber, you know that we had difficulties with traffic and advertising revenue decreasing because of the way Google and other companies are developing and implementing artificial intelligence. For more than a year, we’ve witnessed this constant decline, and things got so bad that in the first six months of the year, we were unable to remain profitable. After many
news Google is killing independent publishers like Digital Citizen

Google is killing independent publishers like Digital Citizen

When we launched Digital Citizen in 2015, our goal was to create a free written publication that assists people in achieving their goals when using technology. Since then, we have published thousands of articles, helping people become more productive, troubleshoot problems, and make informed decisions about the products they use and how to use them. Over time, the web has changed significantly, but we've
article If you appreciate our work, become our sponsor and donate!

If you appreciate our work, become our sponsor and donate!

We don’t know how you feel about what’s going on with Google’s AI Overviews and their latest AI Mode, but to us at Digital Citizen, it definitely feels like Google’s bent on destroying small independent publishers. Unfortunately, their AI products use the content we create to provide answers to people all over the world, without sending us any more traffic. This means we can
news Smartwatches help 80% of users improve their health

Smartwatches help 80% of users improve their health

Smartwatches have quickly evolved from step counters and expensive accessories into useful health and wellness tools. The sophisticated wearable devices available today can be real assets to those who want to take real control of their health. A new study confirms just how much of a difference smartwatches can make. According to the 2025 European Health Behavior Survey, commissioned by HUAWEI, over 80% of
news AMD & G42 will build a powerful AI computing center in France

AMD & G42 will build a powerful AI computing center in France

France’s president Emmanuel Macron recently announced a total of 109 billion Euros ($112 billion) in private investments in the artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. Shortly after, G42, a prominent AI technology group from Abu Dhabi, has also shared that it’s setting up a cutting-edge AI computing center in Grenoble, France. The project, announced at the AI Action Summit in Paris, will help French researchers and
news Germany's new Hunter supercomputer doubles performance using 80% less energy

Germany's new Hunter supercomputer doubles performance using 80% less energy

When most people think of supercomputers, they picture massive machines in cold rooms, eating up incredible amounts of electricity. But in Stuttgart, Germany, scientists have just finished building a supercomputer that is changing this story. Hunter, their newest supercomputer based on AMD Instinct MI300A accelerated processing units (APUs), can solve complex problems about our weather, help design environmentally-friendly aircraft, and even train new language
article Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra: What’s new?

Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra: What’s new?

Samsung's latest Galaxy S25 series has arrived, and while the hardware updates might appear subtle, these new flagship smartphones pack a powerful punch in the software and AI departments. The Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra maintain Samsung's signature design language with refined touches, like a slimmer profile, lower weight, and slightly larger screens. The smartphones are powered by an exclusive For Galaxy version
article How to subscribe to Digital Citizen & spread the word!

How to subscribe to Digital Citizen & spread the word!

While major tech platforms like Google increasingly favor AI-generated content and corporate publishers, independent voices like Digital Citizen face an unprecedented challenge. Our traffic has plummeted 40% since November 2023 – and a staggering 53% compared to November 2022. We’re not alone in this struggle; many independent publications have already shut their doors in 2024. Yet we don’t want to give up. We want
news File History and 26 other features were removed from Windows 11 on ARM

File History and 26 other features were removed from Windows 11 on ARM

While working on a book project, I made a surprising discovery: Windows 11 on ARM processors is missing several key features present in its x64 counterpart despite both versions running the latest 24H2 update. This revelation comes from a detailed comparison I’ve made between two ASUS laptops: one with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and another powered by an AMD Ryzen AI. My investigation uncovered
news Cisco study: How ready are companies to manage security threats?

Cisco study: How ready are companies to manage security threats?

I recently attended a press event where Cisco shared its 2024 Cybersecurity Readiness Index report. It gives an overview of the global cybersecurity landscape and evaluates how well-equipped organizations are to handle present-day cybersecurity risks. If you're interested in learning about the threats organizations face worldwide, the difficulties they encounter, and their readiness from a cybersecurity standpoint, I recommend reading this article. The report
news Motorola unveils the Edge 30 Ultra, Edge 30 Fusion, and Edge 30 Neo

Motorola unveils the Edge 30 Ultra, Edge 30 Fusion, and Edge 30 Neo

Motorola unveiled three new and exciting Android smartphones at a special event that took place on September 8th, in Milan, Italy. After the (fairly) recent launch of the new Edge 30, announced on August 18, rumors were that other new Edge phones were on their way, and now we know that to be true. The smartphones Motorola revealed this evening are the Edge 30
news Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, Z Fold4, Buds2 Pro, Watch5, and Watch5 Pro are here!

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4, Z Fold4, Buds2 Pro, Watch5, and Watch5 Pro are here!

Today, Samsung has launched several exciting devices. First, we have the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4, which are available for pre-order and will be shipped starting August 26th. We also have Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, promising to deliver better audio quality and active noise cancellation, and Samsung Galaxy Watch5 and Watch5 Pro - the first wearables to feature the new Wear OS
news POCO X4 Pro 5G: Flashy Android mid-ranger for young audiences!

POCO X4 Pro 5G: Flashy Android mid-ranger for young audiences!

POCO X4 Pro 5G is one of the latest smartphones that aims to deliver a flagship-like experience at a reasonable price of approximately 330 USD / 300 Euro. It was showcased for the first time during the Mobile World Congress 2022 in Barcelona. We’ve been at the Xiaomi/POCO stand, used it, photographed it for a couple of minutes, and we’re now ready to share
news Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro & Pro 360: Portability & promising specs!

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro & Pro 360: Portability & promising specs!

At Mobile World Congress 2022 in Barcelona, Samsung showcased their new Galaxy Book 2 Pro series, a flagship lineup of ultraportable Windows laptops featuring the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 360 with S Pen functionality and Galaxy Book 2 Pro with (or without) 5G. Both are available in 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch sizes; they look great and have some exciting features. To learn more about these
news Synology DiskStation Manager 7: Beta available, free update coming in 2021

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

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 new version of its software - DSM 7.0, which promises to bring many upgrades and new features
article What's new in Windows 10 October 2020 Update?

What's new in Windows 10 October 2020 Update?

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, it looks more like a service pack aimed at improving stability and fixing bugs. Are

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

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 performance offered by the Ryzen 5000s. Here's what's coming this November, from AMD: [DC-SUMMARY-BREAK] Welcome to AMD's Zen 3 architecture Zen 3 is AMD's
article What's new in Windows 10 May 2020 Update?

What's new in Windows 10 May 2020 Update?

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 Update. This update brings several new features, improvements, tweaks, and many fixes to Windows

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

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 to keep an eye on how the situation is progressing, here are five places to get live updates for Covid-19: