Are pre-owned smartphones safe? How to choose a second-hand phone and avoid security risks
Mobile Security Buying a pre-owned phone doesn’t have to mean compromising your security – take these steps to enjoy the benefits of cutting-edge technology at a fraction of the cost 09 Dec 2024 • , 5 min. read The modern smartphone has become an indispensable piece of technology. These powerful, pocket-sized computers enable us to…
How Much Faster Is The Ps5 Pro Compared To The Ps5?
The PlayStation 5 Pro is widely anticipated as an enhanced version of Sony’s current PS5 console, expected to deliver higher performance and faster processing speeds to improve gaming experiences even further. Sony’s move toward an upgraded PS5 aligns with a broader industry trend of mid-cycle console updates, as seen with the PS4 Pro in the…
My favorite games of 2024 | The DeanBeat
So many games. So little time. Seems like I say that every year, as my pile of shame gets bigger. I was once again much more of a game industry business writer and event coordinator this year than I was a game reviewer. But I did dip my toe into playing games enough to come…
DALL-E Free: The Future of Image Creation is Here
In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and creativity, DALL-E Free emerges as a groundbreaking innovation that promises to redefine image creation and visual storytelling. Drawing inspiration from the original DALL-E by OpenAI, DALL-E Free offers a glimpse into the future of image generation, making it accessible to a broader audience. This exciting technology, combined…
Apple Announces iPhone 16 Lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4 | Computer Hardware
It’s September, which brings the annual Apple crops: new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. At its recent Glowtime event, Apple unveiled the new iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4, alongside smaller announcements about existing products. As always, the enhancements in the new products are evolutionary, making them attractive to anyone already…
The best USB-C hub for 2025
When Apple put its new M4 chip in the iPad Pro before adding it to a MacBook, that was a pretty clear sign that tablets are more than just idle couch companions. But with just one or two ports, you’ll need a hub if you want to maximize that potential. The same goes for laptops:…
10 Amazing Games With No Dialogue
While a very specific set of standards governs the AAA games industry, indie games enjoy more creative freedom. Related 9 Indie Game Flops That Deserve A Second Chance Just off the beaten path, these nine indie games are ready for their redemption arc. As a result, it’s practically impossible to imagine a blockbuster without dialogue,…
The best laptops for gaming and schoolwork in 2025
While there remain regular laptops and gaming laptops, the line that separates them has nearly disappeared. Today, if you have a fast CPU and graphics card, along with perks like a big screen and a good cooling system, you can play a decent number of games on your laptop. Besides, not everyone wants a big,…
How to Evaluate Jailbreak Methods: A Case Study with the StrongREJECT Benchmark
When we began studying jailbreak evaluations, we found a fascinating paper claiming that you could jailbreak frontier LLMs simply by translating forbidden prompts into obscure languages. Excited by this result, we attempted to reproduce it and found something unexpected.
SparkFun Spooktacular – News – SparkFun Electronics
Happy Halloween! Celebrate with us be learning about a few spooky science and math phenomena. by [redacted] October 31, 2024 5:37 pm UTC 1 Favorited Favorite 1 Happy Halloween! In honor of today’s holiday, we thought we’d do a roundup of a few spooky (or just downright strange) things in science, math and technology. From…