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How to Play Original Xbox Games On Android : Requirements, Install Steps & Tweaks
NewsMar 17, 2026

How to Play Original Xbox Games On Android : Requirements, Install Steps & Tweaks

The X1 Box emulator, built on the XEMU project, enables Android smartphones to run original Xbox titles such as Halo and Fable. Installation requires gathering BIOS files, a hard‑disk image, and ISO/XISO game copies, then linking them within the APK. Because...

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Apple’s Bold New Look: How iOS 26.4 Changes Every Icon on Your iPhone
NewsMar 15, 2026

Apple’s Bold New Look: How iOS 26.4 Changes Every Icon on Your iPhone

Apple’s iOS 26.4 overhaul reimagines the Liquid Glass interface with granular opacity and intensity controls, letting users fine‑tune lock‑screen translucency. The update also introduces clear‑or‑tinted notification styles and a new “Reduce Bright Effect” accessibility toggle that softens glare on menus and...

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Antigravity AgentKit 2.0 Updates Google’s Agent IDE with New Skills
NewsMar 15, 2026

Antigravity AgentKit 2.0 Updates Google’s Agent IDE with New Skills

Antigravity’s AgentKit 2.0 upgrades its AI‑driven IDE with modular agent skills, structured task execution via Agent MD and Gemini MD, and seamless integration with the InForge backend. The platform ships 16 specialized agents, over 40 domain‑specific skills, and 11 pre‑configured commands to automate...

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DIY $8,500 Zeus Supercomputer Replaces Cloud Tools for AI Business
NewsMar 14, 2026

DIY $8,500 Zeus Supercomputer Replaces Cloud Tools for AI Business

Jay’s DIY Zeus supercomputer, built for roughly $8,500, offers a high‑performance alternative to traditional cloud AI services. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, 128 GB of RAM, 14 TB of storage and an Nvidia 5090 GPU, it runs on Unraid OS with Docker...

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The 2026 Guide to the Ultimate iPhone Home Screen Setup
NewsMar 14, 2026

The 2026 Guide to the Ultimate iPhone Home Screen Setup

Tech outlet iReviews outlines a step‑by‑step guide for creating a one‑screen iPhone home screen that blends productivity with sleek aesthetics. The approach recommends placing four core apps in the dock, four additional apps above, and leveraging transparent widgets to display...

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SteamOS Update Improves Demo Handling & Download Queues on Steam Deck
NewsMar 14, 2026

SteamOS Update Improves Demo Handling & Download Queues on Steam Deck

Valve released a major SteamOS update that refines the Steam Deck’s user interface and system stability while laying the groundwork for the forthcoming Steam Machine. The patch combines wake and login into a single screen, tightens notification controls, and resolves...

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A Practical Guide to Autonomous Evaluation Loops in Claude Code
NewsMar 14, 2026

A Practical Guide to Autonomous Evaluation Loops in Claude Code

Claude Code now supports autonomous evaluation loops that iteratively test, score, and refine AI skills with minimal human input. The approach adapts Andrej Karpathy’s auto‑research framework, using structured YAML descriptions and binary true/false assertions to measure output quality. By automating...

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2026 Apple TV 4K Is Ready, But Won’t Launch Without a Smarter Siri
NewsMar 13, 2026

2026 Apple TV 4K Is Ready, But Won’t Launch Without a Smarter Siri

Apple is postponing the 2026 Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini launch to sync with a dramatically upgraded Siri that will debut with iOS 27 later in 2026. The new Siri promises conversational depth, contextual awareness, and tighter ecosystem integration, positioning the...

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Turn NotebookLM Into Into a Talking Al Assistant (No-Code)
NewsMar 13, 2026

Turn NotebookLM Into Into a Talking Al Assistant (No-Code)

NotebookLM can be transformed into a conversational AI agent through a no‑code integration with Opal, letting users build interactive applications directly from curated notebooks. The workflow leverages NotebookLM’s content organization, controlled‑access sharing links, and prompt engineering to deliver dynamic responses,...

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Smarter AI Fails in Worse Ways New Research Reveals
NewsMar 13, 2026

Smarter AI Fails in Worse Ways New Research Reveals

Recent research introduces "incoherence" as a new failure mode in AI, describing random, chaotic errors that surface especially in complex, multi‑step tasks. While larger models reduce systematic bias and excel at simple queries, they exhibit higher variance and unpredictable outputs...

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Raspberry Pi 5 Local AI Assistant Gains Offline Vision, Voice & Image Generation
NewsMar 13, 2026

Raspberry Pi 5 Local AI Assistant Gains Offline Vision, Voice & Image Generation

Raspberry Pi 5 now supports sophisticated offline AI by pairing the LM AA50 accelerator and the AI Hat Plus 2 with the 2‑billion‑parameter CR3VL vision‑language model and a latent consistency generator. The hardware can interpret images, transform visuals, and create pictures from spoken or typed prompts...

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Teardown: What’s Inside the New Flasgship
NewsMar 13, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Teardown: What’s Inside the New Flasgship

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra teardown reveals incremental hardware upgrades across camera, charging, and thermal management while introducing a privacy screen that sacrifices brightness. The new 50 MP telephoto lens with a wider f/2.9 aperture and prism‑based lens layout trims camera depth...

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DeepSeek V4 Leak : Healer Alpha and Hunter Alpha Appear on OpenRouter
NewsMar 13, 2026

DeepSeek V4 Leak : Healer Alpha and Hunter Alpha Appear on OpenRouter

OpenRouter recently listed two previously unknown models, Healer Alpha and Hunter Alpha, sparking intense speculation that they are early versions of the rumored DeepSeek V4. Both models demonstrate multimodal capabilities and trillion‑parameter scale, aligning with DeepSeek V4’s touted 1‑million‑token context...

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Flywheel and Sodium-Ion Battery Hybrids Target Short Power Spikes on Renewables
NewsMar 11, 2026

Flywheel and Sodium-Ion Battery Hybrids Target Short Power Spikes on Renewables

Flywheel energy storage is emerging as a fast‑acting complement to batteries for renewable‑rich grids. By converting electricity into kinetic energy, modern flywheels can inject power within milliseconds, smoothing short‑duration spikes that batteries alone struggle to handle. Recent designs, such as...

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Figma Handoffs Fade as AI Generates Flows and Code
NewsMar 11, 2026

Figma Handoffs Fade as AI Generates Flows and Code

Artificial intelligence is reshaping application design by rendering traditional, static mockups and linear handoffs obsolete. Teams are adopting actor‑based requirements that prioritize user goals, feeding AI agents that generate front‑end prototypes, code, database schemas, and APIs. Platforms such as Next.js,...

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The 3p-Per-Mile Tax: How Much Your EV Will Cost to Drive From 2028
NewsMar 11, 2026

The 3p-Per-Mile Tax: How Much Your EV Will Cost to Drive From 2028

From April 2028 the UK will levy an Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (EVED), a pay‑per‑mile tax of 3p for pure electric cars and 1.5p for plug‑in hybrids. The scheme is designed to offset the shrinking fuel‑duty base as EVs replace...

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Boost Your iPhone’s Performance With Ultra Fast Mode in iOS 26
NewsMar 10, 2026

Boost Your iPhone’s Performance With Ultra Fast Mode in iOS 26

Apple’s iOS 26 introduces an “Ultra Fast Mode” that bundles a series of accessibility and gesture tweaks to speed up everyday iPhone interactions. Users can enable Tap or Swipe to Wake, add an alternate Face ID appearance, and swipe across the navigation...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Dex Outputs up to 4K on External Displays
NewsMar 10, 2026

Galaxy S26 Ultra Dex Outputs up to 4K on External Displays

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 Ultra, a flagship phone that pairs its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor and up to 16 GB RAM with Samsung Dex capable of 4K output on external monitors. The device delivers desktop‑like multitasking, supporting keyboards, mice and external storage for...

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Bambu Lab 3D Printers Filament Shortages Hit PETG & ABS Supplies
NewsMar 9, 2026

Bambu Lab 3D Printers Filament Shortages Hit PETG & ABS Supplies

Bambu Lab is experiencing a severe shortage of its PETG High Flow and ABS filaments, as in‑house production transitions and a late‑2025 printer sales surge outpaced supply. Restocks sell out within minutes, leaving hobbyists and professional print farms scrambling for...

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Google Workspace CLI : Drive, Gmail & Slides Commands for AI Agents
NewsMar 9, 2026

Google Workspace CLI : Drive, Gmail & Slides Commands for AI Agents

Google has launched a Rust‑based Command Line Interface for Google Workspace that lets developers automate Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Slides and other services with AI agents. The CLI offers over 100 downloadable skills, dynamic command updates that track API changes, and...

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IPhone 18 Pro Max Leak: Apple’s New Design Kills the Dynamic Island
NewsMar 9, 2026

IPhone 18 Pro Max Leak: Apple’s New Design Kills the Dynamic Island

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is rumored to pack a 5,200 mAh battery, a 2 nm A20 processor and a 6.86‑inch LTPO OLED display. The device may replace the Dynamic Island with a punch‑hole selfie camera, freeing up front‑screen real estate....

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Samsung Patent Unveils a Galaxy Z Flip 8 with Dual Outer Displays
NewsMar 8, 2026

Samsung Patent Unveils a Galaxy Z Flip 8 with Dual Outer Displays

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 may feature a dual‑display design, as revealed by a recent patent that shows a wrap‑around screen with a circular cut‑out. The device is also expected to run on the new Exynos 2600 chipset, promising higher performance and better...

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Resident Evil Requiem Android Emulation Hits 100 FPS on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
NewsMar 8, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem Android Emulation Hits 100 FPS on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

ETA Prime demonstrates that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset can emulate the PC title *Resident Evil Requiem* on Android via the GameHub emulator. By configuring 720p resolution and enabling FidelityFX Super Resolution 3.1 in Performance mode, indoor scenes reach up to 100 FPS while outdoor...

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Samsung Galaxy Watch Update: Critical Fixes Rolling Out Now
NewsMar 8, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Watch Update: Critical Fixes Rolling Out Now

Samsung has begun rolling out a major software update for its Galaxy Watch lineup, incorporating the February security patch along with stability and performance improvements. The update, ranging from 390 MB to 428 MB depending on the model, also adds battery life...

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The Essential AirPods Pro Settings Guide for 2026
NewsMar 7, 2026

The Essential AirPods Pro Settings Guide for 2026

The guide outlines 15 underused AirPods Pro settings that can dramatically improve sound quality, convenience, and cross‑platform usability. Features such as Adaptive Audio, Spatial Audio, and Live Translation are highlighted, along with practical tweaks like disabling automatic ear detection and...

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Nothing Phone 4a: The New King of Mid-Rangers?
NewsMar 7, 2026

Nothing Phone 4a: The New King of Mid-Rangers?

Nothing's Phone 4a launches into the mid‑range segment with a distinctive transparent back, Gorilla Glass 7i protection and customizable glyph lighting. Powered by the Snapdragon 7S Gen 4 and offered with 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM, it delivers smooth performance and a 120 Hz AMOLED...

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Is the $499 MacBook Neo the Ultimate Student Laptop?
NewsMar 6, 2026

Is the $499 MacBook Neo the Ultimate Student Laptop?

Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo, a budget‑focused laptop priced at $599, or $499 for students via its education discount. The device combines an aluminum chassis, a 13‑inch Liquid Retina display, and the A18 Pro chip—delivering performance comparable to the M1—while...

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IOS App Development Costs in 2026: Real-World Cost Benchmarks
NewsMar 6, 2026

IOS App Development Costs in 2026: Real-World Cost Benchmarks

The 2026 iOS app development cost study breaks down pricing by app complexity, ranging from $30,000 for a basic MVP to over $1 million for high‑end games. It highlights how SwiftUI can cut UI development time, while UIKit remains essential for...

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Xtra 360: The $329 8K Action Camera That Outperforms $550 Flagships in Low Light
NewsMar 6, 2026

Xtra 360: The $329 8K Action Camera That Outperforms $550 Flagships in Low Light

The Xtra 360 action camera launches at $329, delivering native 8K 30 fps 360° video that rivals $550 flagship models. Its custom 1‑inch‑equivalent square sensor provides 63 % more imaging area, resulting in superior low‑light performance and 13.5 stops of dynamic range. The...

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Building a Budget PC in 2026 : RX 6600 & 6700 XT Options, 1440p Results
NewsMar 6, 2026

Building a Budget PC in 2026 : RX 6600 & 6700 XT Options, 1440p Results

Building a budget gaming PC in 2026 is feasible using the AM4 platform, a Ryzen 5 5600 CPU, and a Gigabyte B550 motherboard. Incorporating used components such as DDR4 RAM and an AMD RX 6600‑series GPU keeps costs low while delivering strong 1440p...

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Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra: Everything We Know About the 2027 Flagship
NewsMar 5, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra: Everything We Know About the 2027 Flagship

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S27 Ultra, slated for early 2027, pairs the Qualcomm X105 modem with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor, delivering up to 14.8 Gbps download speeds and 30 % better energy efficiency. The phone adds low‑Earth‑orbit satellite communication and NB‑IoT support, enabling voice,...

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The Pro Killer? M4 iPad Air (2026) Full Breakdown
NewsMar 5, 2026

The Pro Killer? M4 iPad Air (2026) Full Breakdown

Apple unveiled the M4 iPad Air, slotting the new M4 processor into the familiar Air chassis. The device offers a 30% CPU/GPU uplift, 12 GB of RAM and 120 GB/s memory bandwidth, while adding Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and Thread support. Pricing stays at...

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Cyberpunk DIY Watch Uses Flexible PCB and Wraparound Displays
NewsMar 5, 2026

Cyberpunk DIY Watch Uses Flexible PCB and Wraparound Displays

Sahko unveiled a cyber‑punk‑styled DIY smartwatch at the Open Sauce event, featuring a flexible printed circuit board and wrap‑around high‑brightness displays. The watch uses salvaged disposable vape batteries and an STM32 microcontroller to deliver custom animations and menus while keeping...

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IPad Today View Guide 2026 : Widgets for Improved Daily Productivity
NewsMar 5, 2026

IPad Today View Guide 2026 : Widgets for Improved Daily Productivity

The iPad Today View guide walks users through accessing the swipe‑right panel that aggregates widgets such as calendars, weather, and reminders. It explains how to add, remove, rearrange, and resize widgets, as well as edit their content to match personal...

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Steam Deck Restocks Resume After Valve Fixes RAM Supply
NewsMar 4, 2026

Steam Deck Restocks Resume After Valve Fixes RAM Supply

Valve announced that Steam Deck restocks have resumed after the company resolved a RAM component shortage that had throttled production of higher‑capacity models. The 1TB and 512 GB variants are now appearing at their original MSRP, marking the first significant supply...

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GPT-5.3 Instant Improves Query Intent Detection in Search
NewsMar 4, 2026

GPT-5.3 Instant Improves Query Intent Detection in Search

OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT 5.3 Instant, a search‑focused AI model that sharpens query intent detection and adds emotional awareness. The release highlights Conversational Adaptability, allowing the system to modulate tone based on a user’s sentiment, and deeper contextual analysis for ambiguous or niche...

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How to Record Your Screen on iPhone or iPad: Step-by-Step Guide
NewsMar 4, 2026

How to Record Your Screen on iPhone or iPad: Step-by-Step Guide

Screen recording on iPhone and iPad lets users capture on‑device video for tutorials, troubleshooting, and content creation. The feature is added via Settings → Control Center, then accessed with a swipe and a tap, offering a three‑second countdown and optional microphone. Recordings...

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Tiny 3D Printed DIY E-Ink Book Reader : 2 Week Battery & USB-C Charging
NewsMar 4, 2026

Tiny 3D Printed DIY E-Ink Book Reader : 2 Week Battery & USB-C Charging

Paul Lagier unveiled a DIY Tiny E‑Reader that combines a 3D‑printed shell with an energy‑efficient e‑ink display, USB‑C charging, and wireless file transfer. The pocket‑sized device costs roughly $30 to build and delivers up to two weeks of battery life...

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Claude Projects vs NotebookLM : Research Notes & Buildable Workflows Compared
NewsMar 2, 2026

Claude Projects vs NotebookLM : Research Notes & Buildable Workflows Compared

Artificial intelligence now powers specialized productivity platforms, with Claude Projects and NotebookLM representing two distinct approaches. Claude Projects turns data analysis into automated, actionable workflows, while NotebookLM excels at organizing research and generating structured visual content. The article compares their...

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Run A Full OpenClaw Al Agent on A $5 Dev Board
NewsMar 2, 2026

Run A Full OpenClaw Al Agent on A $5 Dev Board

ZClaw is an OpenClaw‑based AI assistant that runs on the $5 ESP32 microcontroller, fitting into an 888 KB firmware image. The platform provides secure Wi‑Fi, TLS, HTTPS, and Telegram bot integration, allowing hardware interaction through GPIO, task scheduling, and on‑device AI...

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Which Al Model Suits Your Workflow : ChatGPT vs Gemini vs Claude & More
NewsMar 2, 2026

Which Al Model Suits Your Workflow : ChatGPT vs Gemini vs Claude & More

The article breaks down AI models into five categories—flagship, mid‑tier, light, open‑source, and specialized—to help professionals match tools with workflow needs. Flagship models like OpenAI ChatGPT 5.2 and Google Gemini 3 Pro offer multimodal capabilities and deep context but carry higher costs and...

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2026 iPad Lineup: OLED iPad Mini 8, M4 iPad Air & The $349 AI Powerhouse
NewsMar 2, 2026

2026 iPad Lineup: OLED iPad Mini 8, M4 iPad Air & The $349 AI Powerhouse

Apple’s 2026 iPad lineup adds three refreshed models: an 11th‑generation standard iPad powered by the new A18 chip, an iPad Air upgraded to the M4 processor, and a premium iPad Mini featuring the A20 Pro chip with an OLED 120 Hz ProMotion...

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Apple Pro Display DR Alternative : Kuycon G32P 32-Inch 6K Monitor Priced Under $2,000
NewsMar 1, 2026

Apple Pro Display DR Alternative : Kuycon G32P 32-Inch 6K Monitor Priced Under $2,000

The Kuycon G32P is a 32‑inch 6K monitor positioned as a budget‑friendly alternative to Apple’s Pro Display XDR, retailing for under $2,000. It offers 6144 × 3456 resolution, 99% DCI‑P3 coverage and a ΔE of 0.63, delivering professional‑grade color accuracy. Connectivity includes...

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PeakDo LinkPower 2 Extends Starlink Mini Runtime to 5 Hours
NewsMar 1, 2026

PeakDo LinkPower 2 Extends Starlink Mini Runtime to 5 Hours

PeakDo unveiled the LinkPower 2, a compact battery pack engineered for the Starlink Mini, delivering up to five hours of continuous operation—one hour longer than its predecessor. The device combines a full‑metal heat sink for superior thermal management with dual charging...

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Android Steam Deck : Lenovo Legion Y9 Turns Into Android PC Gaming Handheld
NewsMar 1, 2026

Android Steam Deck : Lenovo Legion Y9 Turns Into Android PC Gaming Handheld

Lenovo’s 2025 Legion Y9 transforms the Android tablet into a high‑end handheld gaming device, pairing a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and 16 GB of RAM with the detachable G9 controller. Integrated software tools—GameHub and Game Native—consolidate Steam, GOG and Epic libraries and streamline...

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MM8108 Wi-Fi Chip Hits up to 43 Mbps While Stretching Links for Miles
NewsFeb 28, 2026

MM8108 Wi-Fi Chip Hits up to 43 Mbps While Stretching Links for Miles

Morse Micro’s MM8108 Wi‑Fi chip delivers up to 43 Mbps while extending coverage to several miles, far beyond conventional routers. The chip’s low‑power design enables solar‑ or battery‑powered installations, making it ideal for off‑grid and disaster‑relief scenarios. Global regulatory compliance and...

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RaspyJack : Tiny Raspberry Pi Zero 2W Network Toolkit for Security Testing & More
NewsFeb 28, 2026

RaspyJack : Tiny Raspberry Pi Zero 2W Network Toolkit for Security Testing & More

The RaspyJack is an open‑source, handheld network toolkit built around the Raspberry Pi Zero 2W. It combines a Waveshare 1.44‑inch LCD, a TP‑Link AC1300 dual‑band USB adapter, and a Pi Sugar power module for portable, field‑ready security testing. The device runs Linux utilities for...

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How to Get the Samsung S26 “Privacy Display” Effect on the iPhone
NewsFeb 28, 2026

How to Get the Samsung S26 “Privacy Display” Effect on the iPhone

iPhone users can approximate Samsung’s hardware privacy display by enabling the Reduce White Point accessibility feature and customizing the Action Button for quick toggling. The guide walks through adjusting the white‑point slider to 90‑100 % and disabling auto‑brightness to keep the...

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IKEA Dirigera Matter Devices Hit Pairing Failures Across Major Hubs
NewsFeb 28, 2026

IKEA Dirigera Matter Devices Hit Pairing Failures Across Major Hubs

IKEA’s new Matter‑over‑Thread devices, including bulbs, remotes and sensors, have been plagued by pairing failures, unstable connections, and firmware update problems. The Dirigera Hub, which coordinates these devices, also experiences frequent sync issues across major ecosystems such as HomeKit, Alexa...

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