It’s finally happening! Samsung first announced its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx-based Galaxy Book S way back in August 2019 at the Galaxy Note 10 event, and it was truly an impressive beast. But months went by without another word from Samsung on the machine; that is until now. Samsung has finally opened up preorders for the Galaxy Book S, and
Source: Hot Hardware – Samsung Galaxy Book S Preorders Open: 23-Hour Battery Life In A 2.11-Pound Frame
Monthly Archives: January 2020
Huawei Says It Won't Come Crawling Back To Google Even If Sanctions Are Lifted
Huawei has been pounded hard over the last year as a ban imposed on it by the Trump administration saw the smartphone maker banned from the U.S., and banned from using critical software such as the Google line of apps including Gmail and others. Reports have now surfaced that claim Huawei has said that it will never go back to using Google’s
Source: Hot Hardware – Huawei Says It Won’t Come Crawling Back To Google Even If Sanctions Are Lifted
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Coronavirus Is Now a Public Health Emergency—What Does That Mean?
The World Health Organization met today and declared the coronavirus from Wuhan (2019-nCoV) a public health emergency of international concern, or PHEIC.
Source: LifeHacker – Coronavirus Is Now a Public Health Emergency—What Does That Mean?
Novel coronavirus spreads in US as WHO declares global emergency
Enlarge / World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus speaks during a press conference following a WHO Emergency committee to discuss whether the Coronavirus, the SARS-like virus, outbreak that began in China constitutes an international health emergency, on January 30, 2020 in Geneva. (credit: Getty | AFP)
The World Health Organization announced today, January 30, that the outbreak of respiratory disease from the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in China constitutes a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).”
PHEICs are declared in extraordinary situations, such as when public health is threatened by an infectious disease that could spread internationally and requires international responses and collaboration to address. The declaration prompts additional international support efforts and releases financial resources.
In a press conference today, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (who goes by Dr. Tedros) praised China for its response efforts to the outbreak so far. The country’s efforts and commitment to transparency is “very impressive,” he said.
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Source: Ars Technica – Novel coronavirus spreads in US as WHO declares global emergency
FS/FT 7940x or 3900x
I have an Intel i9 7940x 14 core or Ryzen 3900x 12 core for sale/trade.
7940x 575 shipped (will be with original packaging)
x299 Carbon Pro AC 100 shipped if purchased with 7940x – board will…
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Overwatch Is Making Big Changes To Keep The Meta 'Fluid'
By this point, I would imagine that Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan is sick of talking about the meta. It’s a perennial topic among vocal portions of the Overwatch community and a near-constant source of consternation. The meta over-prioritizes certain heroes, say some people. It changes too slowly, say others, asking…
Source: Kotaku – Overwatch Is Making Big Changes To Keep The Meta ‘Fluid’
Make this the last AIA Awards where they don't consider sustainability
They say these are about celebrating the best contemporary architecture. But what does than mean today?
Source: TreeHugger – Make this the last AIA Awards where they don’t consider sustainability
FCC commits $20.4 billion to help close the rural digital divide
Over the next 10 years, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will spend $20.4 billion to bring high-speed broadband internet to underserved rural America. “This is the biggest step we’ve taken to close the digital divide,” FCC Chairman Ajit Pa…
Source: Engadget – FCC commits .4 billion to help close the rural digital divide
What to Do If Your Kid Hates Crust
My son, like many children, has had an ongoing love-hate relationship with bread crust. More emphasis on the hate, though, especially recently. When he was a toddler, I avoided them completely by making his sandwiches on “sandwich thins.” But that only worked if I was able to find the variety that didn’t have any…
Source: LifeHacker – What to Do If Your Kid Hates Crust
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Adds WireGuard Support
While WireGuard was merged into Linux 5.6, the Ubuntu 20.04 LTS release is currently tracking Linux 5.4 and for the April release is likely to be shipping with Linux 5.5 as the 5.6 release will be cutting it too close. But Ubuntu 20.04’s kernel has now back-ported WireGuard…
Source: Phoronix – Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Adds WireGuard Support
Exploring simple Linux containers with lxc
Get started with simple containers using the tools available in the lxc project.
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Avast shutters data-selling subsidiary amid user outrage
Enlarge / An Avast Antivirus logo displayed on a smartphone. (credit: Rafael Henrique | SOPA Images | LightRocket via Getty Images)
One of the world’s largest antivirus providers is ending a program that collected and sold users’ Web browsing data a few days after media reports exposed the platform.
Avast CEO Ondrej Vlcek announced late Thursday the end of the data-selling subsidiary, known as Jumpshot. Writing in an open letter, he said that he and the company’s board “have decided to terminate the Jumpshot data collection and wind down Jumpshot’s operations, with immediate effect.”
The pervasive operations of Jumpshot came to light earlier this week following reporting by Vice Motherboard and PCMag. Jumpshot described itself as “the only company that unlocks walled garden data… to provide marketers with unparalleled visibility, analytical insights and a more comprehensive understanding of the online customer journey that delivers a highly competitive advantage.”
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Source: Ars Technica – Avast shutters data-selling subsidiary amid user outrage
Apple Rolls Out Maps Redesign To All US Users
Apple’s
redesigned Maps app has arrived. From a report: The company on Thursday said its revamped app is now available for US users and will arrive in Europe “in the coming months.” Apple Maps’ redesign makes navigation faster and more accurate and gives users “comprehensive views of roads, buildings, parks, airports, malls and more.” Apple rebuilt its mapping service from the ground up by outfitting hundreds of planes and cars with custom sensors and lidar, which then covered over 4 million miles. It hopes the latest iteration of its Apple Maps software will be enough to woo users away from Google Maps, Waze and other rivals.
“We set out to create the best and most private maps app on the planet that is reflective of how people explore the world today,” Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of internet software and services, said in a press release. “It is an effort we are deeply invested in and required that we rebuild the map from the ground up to reimagine how Maps enhances people’s lives — from navigating to work or school or planning an important vacation — all with privacy at its core.” Along with the new Maps apps, real-time transit will be available in Miami starting Friday, in time for the upcoming Super Bowl.
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Source: Slashdot – Apple Rolls Out Maps Redesign To All US Users
EKWB Releases New Closed-Loop EK-AIO Cooling Systems w/RGB
Historically, EKWB has been best known for its custom, open-loop liquid cooling systems designed for experienced enthusiasts. But as closed-loop factory-assembled cooling systems are increasingly popular among many DIYers, EKWB has also previously branched out into its modular EK-MLC Phoenix coolers, which combine ease-of-assembly and ability to customize them. Now, to cater to even more mainstream audience that tends to use prêt-à-porter coolers, EKWB is unveiling a new lineup of all-in-one coolers, the EK-AIO family.
EKWB’s EK-AIO lineup of liquid coolers that require no assembly or maintenance consists of three models: the EK-AIO 120 D-RGB, EK-AIO 240 D-RGB, and EK-AIO 360 D-RGB. The cooling systems use a water block featuring an SPC- style pump as well as a copper cold plate. As the names of the coolers suggest, the devices come with either a 120-mm radiator with one EK Vardar fan, a 240-mm radiator with two fans, or as a 360-mm radiator with three fans. The radiators have 12 channels to maximize cooling efficiency and are 28 mm thick to be compatible with the vast majority of modern PC cases.
In line with modern trends, EKWB’s EK-AIO family of coolers are lit with addressable RGB LEDs that can be controlled using software from leading motherboards makers. The LEDs are located inside the water block and under the motor hub of fans creating rather interesting effects.
As far as compatibility is concerned, EKWB’s EK-AIO come with mounting kits supporting modern AMD’s AM4 and similar sockets (so, no sTR4) and Intel’s LGA1155 as well as LGA2066.
EKWB’s closed-loop EK-AIO 120 D-RGB, EK-AIO 240 D-RGB, and EK-AIO 360 D-RGB coolers will be available starting February 28. The cheapest model with a 120-mm radiator is priced at €74.9, the mid-range SKU costs €124.9, whereas the highest-end flavor with a 360-mm radiator and three fans carries an MSRP of €149.9. All units are covered with a five-year warranty.
| Specifications of EKWB’s EK-AIO D-RGB Cooling Systems | ||||||
| General Specifications | ||||||
| Fan (single) | Speed (RPM) | 600 – 2,500 ± 10% RPM | ||||
| Airflow (CFM) | up to 89 CFM | |||||
| Static Pressure (mm-H2O) | up to 4.3 mm-H2O | |||||
| Noise (dBA) | up to 38.4 | |||||
| Power | ? W | |||||
| MTBF (hrs) | ? @ unknown oC | |||||
| Connector | 4-pin PWM connector | |||||
| Pump | Speed (RPM) | 450 – 2,600 ± 300 RPM | ||||
| Life Expectancy | ? @ unknown oC | |||||
| Power | ? W | |||||
| Tubing Length | 300 mm | |||||
| Compatibility | AMD | AM4, AM3+, AM3, AM2, FM2+, FM2, FM2+, FM1 | ||||
| Intel | LGA 1151, 1150, 1155, 1156, 1366, 2011, 2011-3, 2066 | |||||
| TDP | various | |||||
Related Reading:
- EKWB Announces EK-MLC Phoenix AIO: Modular and Expandable Liquid Cooling Family
- NZXT Unveils Kraken X-3 and Kraken Z-3 Series Closed-Loop CPU Coolers
- EKWB Releases New Hard Tubing Series Watercooling Kits
- EKWB Reveals Velocity: A Water Block for Custom LCS with RGB Lighting
- EKWB EK-Velocity sTR4: EK’s 3rd Gen Water Block for AMD’s Threadripper
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New Mortal Kombat Animated Film Releasing In April
Arriving on digital platforms April 12 with Blu-ray and DVD on April 28, Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge will tell the story of the original arcade battle between Outworld and Earthrealm, before things got more complicated.
Source: Kotaku – New Mortal Kombat Animated Film Releasing In April
Requesting 'More Butter' Is a Brilliant First Date Move
A lot of restaurants bring out bread “for the table,” but most of those restaurants do not bring enough butter for the amount of bread that is brought. Like only serving appetizers with an odd number of edible items, it’s unclear if they skimp on butter to create strife, or if it’s out of some sort of fiscal concern,…
Source: LifeHacker – Requesting ‘More Butter’ Is a Brilliant First Date Move
How to Get a 'Free' Beyond Burger Today at Denny's
If you’ve been wanting to try out Beyond Meat’s plant-based burgers, you have the chance to snag a free one today from Denny’s. The breakfast chain recently added Beyond Meat to its menu and is celebrating the partnership by offering free burgers Thursday with the purchase of a drink.
Source: LifeHacker – How to Get a ‘Free’ Beyond Burger Today at Denny’s
PETA wants to replace Punxsutawney Phil with an animatronic AI
When we imagine the future of artificial intelligence, we tend to think of the technology making most human jobs obsolete. But if PETA has its way, an AI could also take over for the world’s most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. In a letter signe…
Source: Engadget – PETA wants to replace Punxsutawney Phil with an animatronic AI
FS: Samsung 960 PRO 2TB – 32GB DDR4 SODIMM
Samsung 960 PRO Series NVMe M.2 2 TB in good condition, has been installed on the same system since new, no original box.
Gskill Ripjaws 2400MHZ 16GB x 2. Good condition, has been…
FS: Samsung 960 PRO 2TB – 32GB DDR4 SODIMM
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