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Programming language Julia: Version 1.4 is even faster and brings these new features
Julia developers have released version 1.4 of the programming language for data science and machine learning.
Working from home? Switch off Amazon's Alexa (say lawyers)
One of the byproducts of doing all your work from home is that you might be discussing confidential matters. And who might overhear them? Well, there's your smart speakers....
iPad Pro vs Surface Pro 7: Specs, pricing and use cases
Apple hasn't put a touch screen on a Mac yet, but it has kitted out the latest iPad Pro with a trackpad-equipped keyboard. How does it match up to Microsoft's flagship tablet/laptop hybrid?
First look: Trackpads on iPadOS 13.4
I'm a trackpad fan, so I've rushed to check out iPadOS 13.4 and found one negative that may affect you. TL;DR version: otherwise it works great!
This iOS bug could seriously affect your work from home plans
If you are using the Personal Hotspot feature in iOS 13, this bug could be causing you no end of hassle and aggravation.
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay impair your driving more than pot or alcohol
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay touch controls distract drivers most, but even voice controls cut driver reaction times.
Give your Windows PC or Mac a spring clean and performance boost with Parallels Toolbox
Need to give your Windows PC or Mac a bit of a spring clean? Make some space on your hard drive? Find duplicate files that are hogging space? Free up RAM? See what you have stored in the multitude of ZIP files you have on your system? Parallels Toolbox is the toolkit for you.
One of Apple’s most ridiculous ideas ever
Imagination has now officially been replaced by AR.
I just gave Apple $1,800. I hope I don't regret it
My struggles with the MacBook Air's decrepit keyboard have reached the point of UFC combat. With Apple suddenly releasing a new version of its worst hardware of the decade, will it be different?
Better late than never: Trackpad support is exactly what the iPad needed
Apple will release a software update next week bringing official trackpad support to its iPad line.
Why Apple is best positioned for a folding phone
While it will likely hold back until display technology improves, Apple could make folding phones compelling with the iPad's app arsenal.
Microsoft: PowerShell's new 'secrets' tool preview is out
Microsoft Secrets Management module is for managing secrets in heterogeneous clouds.
Remote support essentials: 4 steps you can take now to keep friends and family connected
If you're the tech expert in the family or in your neighborhood, how do you respond to a call for help when a personal visit isn't an option? Take these four steps right now to ensure that friends and family members can count on you for support from a distance.
Windows 10 new design: Microsoft shows off new Start Menu and app icons
Microsoft offers a glimpse of what its new Start Menu could look like with a greater emphasis on app icons.
Has Apple fixed its biggest blunder?
Apple's fascination with endlessly making devices thinner resulted in reliability problems, and ultimately having to backtrack.
Speck Presidio cases for Apple iPhone 11: Improved grip, bacterial prevention, and 13-foot drop protection
Speck released new cases for the Apple iPhone 11 series that are designed to help you hold onto your phone and if you do drop it then to help protect it up to 13 feet. Its Microban treatment helps protect against nasty bacteria too.
InvisibleShield Glass Elite Privacy for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro: Protecting your phone from drops and prying eyes
There are a few options when choosing your glass screen protector, and for business people, maintaining control over your information is important. A privacy screen protector lets only you view your information while working, commuting, traveling, and out in the public spaces.
Pad & Quill Lowry Cuff Edition for Apple Watch: 3-piece aviator band offers style and quality
There are some extremely expensive cuff style bands for the Apple Watch, but thankfully the folks at Pad & Quill offer an affordable, exquisitely constructed handmade leather option for less than $100. This new Edition one improves upon its previous Lowry Cuff model too.
Replacing a MacBook or MacBook Pro battery
Step-by-step photos showing how to replace a MacBook Pro's battery. This was done in about 5 minutes on a kitchen table.
iPhone, iPad, and Mac buyer's guide: July 2019 edition
Here's a tour of what's fresh and what's not so fresh in the Apple Store.
iOS 12.4 draining your iPhone battery fast? Here's what you should do
Are you finding that your iPhone's battery life is bad since installing iOS 12.4? It's quite normal after an update. Here's what you can do to diagnose the problem and to get more battery life.
iOS 13: Things Apple still needs to fix
Apple has unveiled iOS 13, the next-generation mobile platform that will power the iPhone. But there's still a lot of things it could fix in the platform to make it more usable.
InvisibleShield Glass+ 360 for Apple Watch: Protects the display and edges of your smartwatch
Wearing your Apple Watch daily means it is out there exposed to contact with various objects so it's not bad insurance to protect that display with a glass protector. ZAGG also includes a bumper to protect the edges of the Apple Watch.
The Mac malware most likely to attack your PC this year
These are the 10 malware families used the most in new macOS attacks over 2019.
Top 10 iPhone privacy and security tips you should check today
Here are the top 10 tips for keeping the data on your iPhone safe from hackers and snoopers. Even if you are pretty confident in your security, it might be worth checking to make sure things are in good order.
The new Mac Pro: Detailed tech specs
Here's a deep dive into the inner workings of Apple's new Mac Pro.
WWDC 2019: The new Mac Pro
Apple has lifted the lid on the new Mac Pro, and it's a monster of a workstation starting at $5999.
Apple WWDC 2019 keynote: Scenes and surprises
Highlights and some surprises from Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference keynote, including announcements on iOS, MacOS, TvOS, and WatchOS.
Apple products you should and shouldn't buy: June 2019 edition
Apple products are expensive, so it makes sense to avoid buying anything that's nearing the end of its lifecycle, or when you can buy something of equivalent quality from another vendor. Here is a list of the items you are best avoiding.
iOS 12.3: How to keep your iPhone safe from hackers and snoopers
Your iPhone and iPad is likely packed with important, valuable, and even sensitive information that you might not want others to be able to access. Here are the steps you should take to lock down an iPhone or iPad running iOS 12.3.
Researcher finds Linux and macOS sudo bug impacting 'pwfeedback' option
Who'da thought hiding passwords behind asterisks as you entered the characters could be a security problem?
'The latest' is not necessarily 'the best': Older models worth considering
Today's phones are capable of lasting a couple of years without little compromise, and ZDNet found a few select older models that you should consider.
First the headphone jack, now the charging port: Has Apple lost its mind?
In another episode of Jason Squared, Jason Cipriani and Jason Perlow discuss rumors that Apple will remove the iPhone’s Lightning port and the EU’s attempt to force all vendors to use the same charging connector.
Why we love and hate Apple's AirPods Pro at the same time
Apple's AirPods Pro might be the best earbuds you can buy, but for all the wrong reasons.
Markets fear Coronavirus epidemic could harm China's tech supply chain
If employees can't show up to work, then you can't build smartphones. How do we deal with the threat of global supply chain disruption by highly infectious pandemics?
Apple wants a standard format for SMS OTPs to make 2FA safer
WebKit team proposal aims to improve the security of one-time passcodes sent to users via SMS.
Cheap smartphones for 2020: New technologies, new models due as industry waits on Apple
Jason Squared discusses how Qualcomm, Motorola, OnePlus, and ZTE all have entry-level products coming soon. But what about Cupertino? Read more: https://zd.net/31fiBx6
How to turn your iPad into a work computer
Beth Mauder walks you through eight apps you can use to transform your iPad into your everyday work computer. Read more: https://zd.net/2uKt47C
10 apps to turn your iPad into a productivity wonder
The amount of work you can get done on Apple's tablet increases thanks to these apps.
Patent legal saga: Apple to pay $85 million to Canadian firm WiLan
It is a hefty bill but far reduced from $145 million originally awarded.
iPhone trick: Learn to block those annoying spam text messages
You are 60 seconds away from removing one of your phone's most annoying annoyances.
The legacy of Steve Jobs and Apple's future without him
Tonya Hall sits down with Mike Elgan, columnist, author, and gastro-nomad, to talk about the legacy Steve Jobs leaves behind and Apple's future without him.
No, people don’t want apps knowing their location 24/7
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes explains how Apple built new privacy features into iOS 13, and iPhone owners are using them. Read more: https://zd.net/36Yqf1e
T-Mobile's 5G: We tested it, this is what we found
The only way to make a decision about 5G is to test it yourself.
Turn your iPhone or iPad into a fortress following these steps
Want to assorted 'bad guys' out of your iPhone? Here are the settings and features you need to check, tweak, and turn on.
