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Ugreen NAS HDMI Port Enables Direct Playback and Maintenance Access
The Ugreen NAS HDMI port enables direct media playback and BIOS access. Here are the steps and limitations.
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Haima, ChuNeng Form R&D Joint Venture as Fringe Automakers Seek Survival
Haima and ChuNeng launch an R&D joint venture, spotlighting fringe automakers' survival bid through contract manufacturing.
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Modem vs. Router vs. Gateway: How Buying Your Own Gear Changes the Home Network
We break down modems, routers, and gateways based on Engadget, covering rental fees, when to buy your own gear, and the ONT’s role in fiber.
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Don't Throw Away Your Old PlayStation: Practical Reuse Options
How to turn an old PlayStation into a media center or reuse its controllers and hard drive, per Engadget. Selling and recycling are also options.
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Science Implants PRIMA Vision Chip in First Stargardt Patient
Science Corporation implants retinal chip PRIMA in first Stargardt patient, expanding its European-proven tech to genetic disease.
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OnePlus 16 Debuts Alongside Fitbit Edge, Maia 300, Muse Wonder
OnePlus 16, Fitbit Edge, CMF speakers, Maia 300, LineageOS 24.0 and Muse Wonder were announced on Oct. 12.
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No GPU Upgrade Needed as Upscaling and Tweaks Lift FPS
Engadget details how to boost FPS on older GPUs with DLSS, FSR, frame generation and settings optimization without upgrading.
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Global Smartphone Shipments Fall 20%, Apple Share Rises to 22%
Global smartphone shipments fall 20% YoY in Q3 2026. Memory shortages hit supply as Apple exceeds 20% for first time at 22%.
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Sony WH-1000XM5 Falls to $198, Half Price at Lowest Level
Sony WH-1000XM5 drops to $198 on Amazon, half off its $400 list price with 30-hour battery and ANC.
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Four Chinese Agencies Propose Auto Safety Rules Banning Hidden Door Handles
Four China agencies unveil auto testing draft requiring 1-year environmental tests, 30,000 km driving, retractable handle ban
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Movie Mode and Turning Off Motion Smoothing Unlock 4K TV Picture Quality
Factory settings are tuned for store shelves. How switching to movie mode and disabling motion smoothing restores true picture quality.
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Microscope Teardown Reveals Internals of 1980s MF10 Filter IC
Microscopic analysis of Harris HF-10 die reveals internal structure of MF10-compatible filter with 72 capacitors and CMOS switches.
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Spanish Museum Recreates Cray-1 at Full Scale With 30 Mac minis
Spain's computer museum recreates the Cray-1 at full scale, powered by 30 older Mac minis.
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Complete Data Wipe Before Selling Used PCs Explained, Free Tools Compared
Covers steps to erase leftover data with crypto erase and overwriting, HDD vs. SSD differences, and a comparison of free tools.
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Android Auto Tweaks Streamline Daily Commute
Auto-start and launcher organization settings for Android Auto reduce operational burden during commutes.
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WD Black SN770M 2TB Drops to $259.99 in Handheld Upgrade Opportunity
WD Black SN770M 2TB falls to $259.99, or about $0.13 per GB, suiting handheld storage upgrades.
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Block Spam Calls for Free on iPhone and Android
How to block spam calls using built-in iPhone and Android settings, combined with carrier tools at no cost.
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Jaguar Unveils Type 01, 1,030-HP Electric GT
Jaguar unveils electric 4-door GT Type 01. Details on 1,030 HP, 0.23 drag, production spec and revival strategy.
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Foldable Phone Failures Linked to Inner Display Mishandling
Foldable phones have fragile inner displays prone to scratches and dust. Key tips to prevent damage from debris and protective layers.
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USB PD Explained: How It Works and Choosing GaN Chargers and Cables
A practical guide to how USB PD works, its standards, and choosing GaN chargers and USB-C cables.