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How to Prevent Siri Interruptions While Using CarPlay
Settings to prevent Siri from interrupting with voice notifications during CarPlay use. Adjust Driving Focus mode and notification reading for safer driving.
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Windows 11 Monthly Update Causes RGB Peripheral Crashes
The Windows 11 monthly update has been reported to cause RGB control software to destabilize games and systems. The root cause is a conflict between drivers and game anti-cheat functions.
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Digital Cameras: Still Worth Buying in 2026?
In an age of remarkable smartphone evolution, digital cameras remain a valuable choice for those seeking "better photos" and a "creative hobby."
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SanDisk Xbox Expansion Card Now Available on Amazon
SanDisk launches an expansion card for Xbox Series X|S on Amazon, becoming the second option after Seagate.
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AITO Launches Kids' Car Shrinking M9 Design to 1.5 Meters
HUAWEI-collaboration brand AITO releases an electric kids' car. Measuring 1.5m long, it follows the M9 design and packs smart features.
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HyperX Debuts Its First Open-Back Gaming Headset: The Cloud Alpha Air
HyperX announces its first open-back gaming headset, the Cloud Alpha Air, for $150. Features include bass retention via Bass Tube technology and comfort from ultrasuede ear pads.
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Samsung Apps 2-Week Report: Only 2 Replaced Google Apps
Galaxy smartphone users install many Google apps on new devices. After 2 weeks of using Samsung apps, two were found worthy of replacement.
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Samsung to Raise Advanced Foundry Prices by Up to 15%
Samsung is increasing order prices for its 4nm, 5nm, and 8nm processes. The move is driven by production capacity constraints amid soaring AI demand.
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Framework BIOS Update Leaves Ryzen 7040 Machines Unbootable; Workaround Available
BIOS updates for the Framework Laptop 13 have rendered multiple Ryzen 7040-series models unbootable. Exceptional motherboard replacement is offered even for out-of-warranty units.
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Doom Ported to Canon EOS 550D, Playable via Magic Lantern
A GitHub developer has ported Doom to the Canon EOS 550D DSLR camera. Using Magic Lantern firmware, the game is operated via the camera's buttons.
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DJI Wins Partial Victory in US Appeals Court, Faces Reopened Proceedings Over Military Company Designation
A US appeals court overturned a lower court's decision to maintain the "Chinese military company" designation for DJI without reviewing classified records, sending the case back for further hearings.
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Harnessing Light from Remaining Power: The Physics of the Joule Thief Circuit
A circuit that lights an LED from a seemingly dead battery. Explains the method of stepping up voltage using a transformer and transistor based on the principle of electromagnetic induction.
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Details of HomePod with Display Reveal macOS Beta Code
Multiple references to a HomePod with a screen found in macOS 26.7 beta code reveal Apple Watch-like customizable surfaces and wall-mount support.
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Hidden Features and Efficiency Tips for Android Gesture Navigation
After years of sticking to 3-button navigation, the author switched to gestures upon adopting a Pixel. They explore the improved screen real estate and practical hidden functions, along with the technical background.
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The Technology and Economics of Expanding USB Flash Drive Capacity
Advances in NAND technology and the structure of manufacturing costs have driven continuous increases in USB flash drive capacity, while low-capacity models are gradually disappearing from the market.
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Weighing a Purchase After OnePlus's European Withdrawal
OnePlus has exited Europe and North America, moving its software to ColorOS. Existing devices stay supported, but new purchases are hard to recommend.
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SpaceX Launches 2 Falcon 9 Rockets 38 Minutes Apart, Setting New Record
SpaceX launched Falcon 9 rockets from Florida and California just 38 minutes apart, setting a new record for the shortest interval. The achievement highlights accelerating commercial space development.
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Apple Watch Battery Replacement: Cost, Value, and Criteria for Upgrading
Apple Watch battery replacement costs a flat fee of $99. This article explains the decision points for replacement versus upgrade, along with software support and AppleCare conditions.
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Used Android Flagships: 7-Year Support Changes the Value
Seven-year support like that for Pixel 8 and Galaxy S24 has fundamentally changed the value of buying used Android phones.
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2026 Student Laptop Buying Guide Amid Surging RAM Prices
As RAM and storage prices surge, how are student laptop options changing? A rundown of recommended specs and standout models.