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When Windows 11 first came out, there was a lot of confusion surrounding its system requirements. People with pretty beefy PCs were being locked out, but as it turns out, the system requirements didn't just take power into account. For instance, if your PC didn't support TPM 2.0, it wasn't compatible with Windows 11 - period.

Microsoft begins cracking down on people dodging Windows 11's system requirements

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

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The iPhone 16 event takes place on September 9th, as Apple sent out invitations for the press conference earlier this week. Assuming Apple doesn’t change its iPhone launch playbook, the iPhone 16 release date should be September 20th. Preorders will likely start on September 13th.
If you’re thinking about upgrading to one of the four iPhone 16 models coming our way, the good news is that Apple won’t raise prices. There’s no sign that a price hike is in the cards. However, the iPhone is still expensive, especially if you go for a Pro model. You might want to trade in...

Buying an iPhone 16? Here’s when to trade in your current iPhone for the best payout

We’re just one month away from fall, and the kickoff of Apple’s major product launch season. Summer has been quiet for new products, but Apple is gearing up for a big fall 2024 starting with its iPhone 16 event in September. Here are all the new Apple products...

These are the new Apple products launching this fall 2024

It is a sobering fact and one that sparks a little inner outrage among consumers―new car prices have reached prohibitively high levels that place many car buyers into new car debt that is not necessary. New car prices have crept up into the $50,000 (on average) range. And if...

Best Used Cars of the Year: The 10 Top Picks by Consumer Reports

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Rumors of a possible foldable iPhone have been unfolding recently. Here is everything we know about it and when it might hit the Apple Store.

Here's When Apple's Rumored Foldable iPhone May Hit Store Shelves

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24/7 Wall St. Insights Automaker Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA) will lay off almost 2,500 workers in the United States. Ford and General Motors should take warning. Also: Dividend legends to hold forever. The huge multinational car company Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA), which owns Chrysler, Ram, Jeep, and Dodge, will lay off 2,450 of its workers […]
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New Car Industry Layoffs: A Warning to Ford and GM

It’s been too long since Apple updated the iPhone selfie camera with a 12MP sensor. Since then, the company’s only improvements were software-related, with Photonic Engine and updates to Smart HDR.
While the iPhone 16 will be the first to bring an Apple Intelligence approach, only the iPhone 17 models will add the selfie camera upgrades users have long been waiting for. According to Haitong Securities analyst Jeff Pu, the 2025 iPhone 17 models will get a 24MP sensor with six plastic lens elements.
In comparison, the current iPhone 15 lineup has a 12MP front camera with five plastic lens elements. That...

Rumor claims iPhone 17 will get an upgrade we’ve been waiting 5 years for

The internet is filled with discussions about how tipping culture in the U.S. has gone out of hand. What used to be a gesture of gratitude by customers for servers has now become an annoying expectation prevalent in many businesses. Many on social media talk about how they are looked down upon when they refuse to tip. But from a server's perspective, it seems fair. Texas Roadhouse server Keven Manochit shared his frustration on TikTok when a customer left him zero dollars as a tip. In just a few days, this video garnered nearly 250K views while also sparking a debate.

Texas Roadhouse server says he had to pay out of pocket when customers didn’t tip, sparking debate

While it's not as hardcore as its Wrangler siblings, the Compass offers a surprising amount of capability for a compact SUV. Its standard 4x4 system, combined with features like hill descent control and terrain management modes, allows it to handle various off-road conditions with relative ease. This feature is particularly appealing to those who want a vehicle that can handle both city driving and occasional adventures off the beaten path.

The Best Feature In The 2024 Jeep Compass Is The Most Talked About

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It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

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The iPhone 16 Pro Max is coming, but will it be a worthwhile upgrade over the iPhone 14 Pro Max? Here are all the biggest upgrades rumored to be coming.

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Biggest rumored upgrades

Subaru Corporation is testing a new Crosstrek subcompact SUV with new self-driving technology. How close is Subaru to having self-driving tech in its cars? They are closer than anyone thinks. I’ll explain what new technology it’s testing now and what it means for customers. Subaru Corporation announced that...

Subaru Begins 5G Automated Driving Tech Research, Are You Ready For This?

The iPhone 16 is (hopefully) only a month or so away, but it feels like we’re getting a new leak with every day that goes by. Many of those come courtesy of Ice Universe, a well-known leaker with a reliable track record. They now say that the iPhone 16 Pro Max will have the thinnest bezels of any iPhone ever made.

Photo of iPhone 16 Pro Max reveals amazingly thin bezels

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If you are planning on buying a new midsized or full-sized pickup truck that can cost you anywhere from a minimum of $50,000 to as much as a little over $90,000, it is not a decision to take lightly. At the very least, you will want to be sure that it is the model that will make you happy, especially if you are pushing the limits of your budget and can wind up with some serious truck debt.

Top 5 Best Trucks to Buy for Reliability and Value in 2025

While the iPhone 16 lineup has yet to launch, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is already giving us reasons to wait for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Apple’s annual fall event to introduce the new iPhone is just weeks away; however, if the latest leaks and rumors are to be believed, the iPhone 17 Pro Max could offer bigger upgrades.

iPhone 17 Pro Max tipped for big RAM & cooling upgrades: Analyst

You've heard (or experienced) this complaint enough times to become believable: "My warranty just expired, and the (fill in the bank) broke down on my car! Those (fill in the blankety blank) auto manufacturers are purposely designing cars to fail shortly after their warranties end to force car owners to buy cars more often than necessary."

Secret Warranties That Can Get Your Car Fixed for Free

The Ford F-150 The Ford F-150 and its electric variant, the Lightening, represent what Ford thinks pickup truck buyers want. The F-150 is still the most popular Pickup Truck in the world. While it sold very well initially, Lightening's sales slowed significantly, indicating that there appears to be resistance to electric vehicle options on a pickup, given how similar that truck is to the F-150.

F-150 vs. Caterpillar Pickup vs. Cybertruck Or Why The Cybertruck Sucks

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Xpeng, a Tesla rival, unveiled its M03 EV on Tuesday. The model with autonomous-driving features costs about $22,000.

Chinese Tesla rival launches $22,000 EV with self-driving features. Here's why that's a big problem for Tesla.

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Porsche Is Repeating The Mistake That Caused Microsoft, Blackberry, Palm, and Nokia To Fail

There is an old saying that “people who don’ t learn from history are destined to repeat it.” And this happens a lot in my business....

Porsche Is Repeating The Mistake That Caused Microsoft, Blackberry, Palm, and Nokia To Fail

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