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Apple Exec Calls Mac Malware Levels Unacceptable Under Oath
Ireland’s ransomware crisis continues, a Russian scammer gets sentenced, and more of the week’s top security news.
Apple’s Latest iPad Pro Is Overburdened With Power
The 12.9-inch tablet has some small upgrades and a phenomenal display, but it needs a robust software update to bring out its true potential.
Android’s Getting Brighter and Bubblier, and We Can’t Wait
This week, we recap the news out of Google IO, including Android’s new look and Project Starline’s holographic video booth.
Snap Made AR Glasses—but You Won’t Be Buying Them
The company formerly known as Snapchat is all in on augmented reality. But its new wearable Spectacles aren’t for sale; they’re just a way to get developers on board.
“There is a Strength in Asian Culture”: A Conversation with Lucasfilm Legend Doug Chiang
Doug Chiang is a name familiar to fans of the Star Wars galaxy. Personally selected by George Lucas, his influence as the head of the Lucasfilm art department during the production of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and Star Wars: Attack of the Clones is legendary. Now as vice president and executive creative director at […]
I’m Not a Robot! So Why Won’t Captchas Believe Me?
If clicking crosswalks makes your blood boil, you’re not alone. Fortunately, there are some tips that make solving those challenges way less frustrating.
Surface Laptop 4 showcases Microsoft’s new approach to PC security
Microsoft is bringing advanced hardware security to more Surface devices with cloud firmware management to help enterprises deploy new PCs quickly.
Microsoft: Python programming in Visual Studio Code is now faster and smarter than ever
Microsoft has updated its popular Python extension for Visual Studio Code, bringing a number of big improvements to developers.
Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022 Dates Changing
Star Wars Celebration // MAY 12, 2021 Lucasfilm’s official Star Wars fan event will arrive early. The dates for Star Wars Celebration Anaheim are moving up from August 18-21, 2022, to May 26-29, 2022. We can’t wait to welcome fans back safely. Current ticket holders that wish to keep their existing tickets will have their […]