Summary The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remasteredis a resurrection of one of my all-time favorite games. Like many of you, I have spent hundreds if not thousands of hours in this game, so seeing it remastered using the latest graphics technology is awesome. However, there’s a little online debate going on when it comes to the official “remastered” label that Bethesda has slapped on this release. A lot of people are adamant that this is in fact a remake of the game—and they’re wrong....

Summary Tech companies arereallyexcited about artificial intelligence, often to the point of creating unhelpful AI-related services and features just to prove they’re doing something with the technology. Underneath the vapid marketing and useless functionality, there are some genuinely impressive AI features that will make a difference in your day-to-day life. Qualcomm invited me to its headquarters in San Diego, California this week to show off its ongoing work on AI technology....

Quick Links The rise of AI has the potential to transform numerous aspects of our lives. However, this powerful technology also poses new challenges, particularly in the realm of social media scams. If you don’t have keen eyes, sharp ears, and a bit of critical thinking, you may end up falling victim. If you’re wondering what sort of scams I’m talking about, then read on. I’m going to share some of the most common AI-related scams I’ve seen myself and heard from others who’ve experienced them....

Summary If you’ve ever unwittingly stayed up all night or missed a deadline because you got sidetracked watching videos, you know how distracting YouTube can be. Luckily, there are a few features baked into your phone and the app that can help you manage your intake. Let’s explore them. Break Reminder: Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Programming Sometimes, all you need to keep yourself from obsessively watching videos is a gentle reminder to get off YouTube....

Kubuntu Focus, the company selling PCs built specifically for desktop Linux, has just released the NX Gen 3 PC. It’s a small desktop computer powered by Intel’s latest Core Ultra 7 hardware and Kubuntu Linux. This PC is an updated version of the company’s Focus NX computer, which somewhat resembles anApple Mac MiniorASUS NUC PC. It’s a compact desktop measuring 4.6 x 4.4 x 15 inches (117 x 112 x 37 mm), with a metal body, plastic top, and the same heat sink design as Intel’s Cyber Canyon NUC computers....

Summary If you’re like me and find the quality of native Meta Quest 3 games lacking, here’s the antidote you’ve been looking for: a pixie dust settings tweaker called Quest Games Optimizer that’ll make you forget you’re not streaming from a high-end PC. What Is Quest Games Optimizer? Quest Games Optimizer—a sideloaded application that requires developer mode access—is one of those prospects that seems like a scam or even potential malware....

Do you ever wish you had a way to message people long-distance without the need for cell networks or a Wi-Fi connection, or even satellites? You’re going to want to hear about a tiny, cheap radio I bought and connected to my smartphone. Off-Grid Messaging Is Possible (and Cheap) Reading about community resilience recently, I came across talk of something calledMeshtasticand how it lets you stay in touch with people miles away even if your internet access and the power grid itself were shut off....

Summary Are you so in love with your current Windows 11 build that you’ve decided not to upgrade for at least a couple of years? If so, here’s a trick that lets you pause Windows updates, not just for a few years, but for up to two decades. How Long Can You Pause Windows Update by Default However, it is normal not to be fond of regular Windows updates. You may wish to spend some time with your current Windows build before upgrading to the next version....

With all the holiday deals disappearing and most people trying to curb their spending in the new year, we typically don’t see too many deals in January. However, that also means that the ones we do find are quite lucrative, like saving over $500 on a portable power station for emergencies, affordable AirTags, and more. This week we’re happy to share countless excellent discounts on some of the best tech available....

Summary If you’re looking for a singular solution to powering multiple devices when on the go, thenUgreen’s Nexode Pro 100W 3-Port GaN Fast Chargercould be a solid solution. With two USB-C ports, one of which dishes out 100W of power, as well as a USB-A port, Ugreen’s Nexode Pro charger can power an iPhone, MacBook, and Apple Watch all at the same time, making it a compelling option for both your travel pouch or at home on your desk....

Quick Links StatefulSetsare Kubernetes objects used to consistently deploy stateful application components. Pods created as part of a StatefulSet are given persistent identifiers that they retain even when they’re rescheduled. A StatefulSet can deploy applications that need to reliably identify specific replicas, rollout updates in a pre-defined order, or stably access storage volumes. They’re applicable to many different use cases but are most commonly used for databases and other types of persistent data store....

Quick Links A good gaming monitor is more than just a pretty screen. It’s a serious piece of equipment that affects your gameplay, just like a mouse or keyboard. So, before you shop for a new gaming monitor, you should learn which specs and features are important. Note that yourgraphics cardalso plays a part in this conversation. If you’re using a relatively weak GPU, you may not reap the benefits of a monitor with an extreme 120Hz refresh rate or 4K resolution....

Quick Links Summary If you’ve been shopping for a new laptop, the price difference between a business and a regular laptop must have caught your eye. But what exactly makes business laptops pricier, and are they worth the extra cost? Let’s break down the key differences to help you make the right purchase decision. Security: Keeping Your Business Private Professionals who use business laptops have sensitive company data on their devices, and it’s the manufacturer’s aim to help keep the data as secure as possible....