Brian Fagioli

Today, Plugable releases its latest product -- the Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 docking station (TBT4-UDX1). This device emphasizes the Thunderbolt 4 experience and 10-in-1 expansion, accommodating dual 4K 60Hz displays.

The TBT4-UDX1 is notable for its Thunderbolt certification, ensuring users the leverage of improved power delivery alongside a 40Gbps bi-directional bandwidth. The dock further includes two downstream Thunderbolt ports, broadening the horizon for users to connect a range of peripherals and external displays.

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Today, MINISFORUM launches a new mini-ITX motherboard with an integrated (and non-replaceable) AMD processor that is sure to delight fans of small computers. Called “BD770i,” the board is powered by the Ryzen 7 7745HX CPU, known for its power efficiency and quiet operation. The BD770i also features two PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots for fast data access and storage.

One of the key features of the BD770i is its advanced cooling system. This system ensures that both the processor and the dual PCIe 5.0 SSDs stay cool, providing consistent performance whether you're gaming, creating content, or enjoying a home theater experience.

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Hey folks, we’ve got some cool news from the Linux Mint camp. They’ve just dropped a Cinnamon (Edge) Edition variant of Linux Mint 21.2. Now, this isn’t your regular update; it’s tailor-made for those of us with the shiny, new hardware that doesn’t quite jive with the older 5.15 LTS kernel in the usual Linux Mint 21.x versions. Instead, this “Edge” edition is rocking the newer 6.2 kernel. Oh, and guess what’s making a comeback? Support for Secureboot!

If you’ve been hitting a wall trying to boot or install Linux Mint because your hardware is fresh off the shelf, this “Edge” ISO image could be your ticket out of tech purgatory. Every now and then, Linux Mint throws us a bone with an “edge” ISO image on top of its regular ones for the latest release. This special image is loaded with newer bits to play nice with the latest hardware gadgets and gizmos out there.

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Lenovo has unveiled a new range of IdeaPad Chromebook Plus laptops, combining advanced hardware components with AI-powered tools aimed at enhancing productivity, fostering creativity, and simplifying user experience. This new lineup aims to blend value with performance, while also promising reliability.

The newly introduced laptops come with a set of exclusive tools and premium services. One of the notable features is the File Sync, which allows users to access Google Drive files offline, a useful feature for individuals who are constantly on the move.

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When it comes to Linux-based operating systems, users don’t have to worry about security, right? Umm, no. Linux distributions are not infallible. For instance, according to a forum post, Canonical's Snap Store recently hit a big security snag when users discovered some new snaps that might contain harmful code. This scary moment shows how even trusted places like app stores can have problems that could hurt users.

Reacting quickly, the Snap Store team removed these bad snaps from the platform, making sure no one else could find or install them. But they didn't stop there.

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In a landscape where digital hoarding is becoming more of a norm than a novelty, storage solutions are increasingly becoming crucial for both casual users and hard-core tech enthusiasts. Sabrent, a name synonymous with robust and reliable storage solutions, has a new 4-Drive NVMe SSD to PCIe 3.0 x4 adapter card (EC-P3X4). And guess what? It's now available at a discounted price on Amazon, slashing 20 percent off its typical price tag, bringing it down to a tempting $143.99 from $179.99.

This petite powerhouse is engineered to effortlessly add up to four NVMe SSDs to your computing rig without needing setting adjustments in the BIOS. Simply slide in 4x SSDs into the PC-P3X4, and you are ready to roll. The adapter is tailor-made for M-Key 2280 SSDs and can nestle comfortably in x4/x8/x16 PCIe slots, making it a boon for legacy machines craving for a storage facelift.

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With the unveiling of the Fitbit Charge 6, the boundaries of fitness tracking technology have been pushed once more. This gadget is not just a fitness tracker; it’s a personal health companion aimed at providing a wholesome understanding of your body’s functionality. Available for pre-order today, the Charge 6 comes with a wealth of features that effortlessly blend into your daily routine, making it easier to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Charge 6 claims to have the most accurate heart rate tracking system among all Fitbit trackers, courtesy of a revamped machine learning algorithm, inheriting innovation from the Pixel Watch. This feature is especially crucial during intensive workouts like HIIT, spinning, or rowing, where heart rate tracking is up to 60 percent more accurate. This means you get precise data on calories burnt, Active Zone Minutes, Daily Readiness Score, and Sleep Score. Furthermore, the ECG app on your wrist allows you to assess your heart rhythm for atrial fibrillation, providing high and low heart rate notifications to keep you informed about your cardiovascular health.

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In a contemporary twist of healthcare meeting technological innovation, Mayo Clinic, a global pacesetter in medical care, has initiated the deployment of Microsoft 365 Copilot, setting a new hallmark in enterprise productivity.

Microsoft 365 Copilot is a generative AI service, which marries the prowess of large language models (LLMs) with organizational data harvested from Microsoft 365. At its core, this service is engineered to morph mundane tasks into streamlined processes, thus freeing up critical personnel to focus on pivotal ventures.

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As technology continues to evolve, so do the ways in which we interact with our devices. The integration of "Red, Green, Blue" (RGB) lights within various gadgets has opened up a realm of personalization, allowing users to create unique environments that extend beyond the screen. Microsoft has recognized this trend and with its latest feature update, unleashes the power of Dynamic Lighting on Windows 11.

The Dynamic Lighting feature in Windows 11 embodies a step towards a more unified and interactive user experience. It finally grants users the liberty to control their RGB devices right from the Windows Settings -- something many of us have been waiting for. This means you can now extend your Windows accent color to the devices around you, synchronize RGB effects across devices from different brands, and have finer control over how apps manage your device’s lights.

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Today, at the Connect event, Meta unveiled a promising suite of AI experiences sprucing up its family of apps and devices, charting a thrilling course towards more personalized and interactive digital realms. The announcements encompass AI stickers, a new conversational assistant named Meta AI, 28 additional AIs with distinctive personalities, and tools for creators and developers to craft their own AI entities.

Starting with the whimsical, Meta is rolling out AI stickers that breathe fresh energy into your chats and stories. Emu, Meta's image generation model, along with technology from Llama 2, morphs simple text prompts into a variety of high-quality, bespoke stickers. This feature, soon to grace WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, and Facebook Stories, is a delightful way to augment digital expressions.

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Today marks the release of Debian 12-based LMDE 6, codenamed "Faye." This new release brings with it a host of information regarding installation, locked root account procedures, and more. However, there is a growing concern about the apparent lack of new features announced.

Despite sharing some known issues and tips, there are absolutely no new features announced in the release notes. And so, there is a legitimate worry: what new does LMDE 6 bring to the table? While stability and reliability are core to the Debian base, users look forward to fresh and innovative features with each new release. This anticipation is tinged with disappointment as the details of LMDE 6 emerge without a showcase of novel functionalities.

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In a startling development, Panos Panay, the mind behind Microsoft’s Windows and Devices division, has officially jumped ship to Amazon. Yes, folks, the rumors were true. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced today that Panay will, in fact, be helming the Devices and Services business, replacing Dave Limp later this year.

While on the surface this seems like a significant win for Amazon, it might be worth pondering the implications of Panay’s exit from Microsoft. With nearly two decades at Microsoft, Panay’s sudden move raises eyebrows and stirs concerns regarding the internal dynamics at Microsoft.

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Xiaomi has unveiled its new 13T Series smartphones, made with the help of Leica to help customers take great photos. These phones aim to capture the classic Leica photo experience.

The Xiaomi 13T Series makes professional-level photography accessible. Both the Xiaomi 13T Pro and Xiaomi 13T have a triple camera setup with lenses made with Leica. This includes a 50MP wide angle and telephoto camera, and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera, suitable for panoramic shots and landscape photos. The cameras support high dynamic range shooting and have a wide color range for capturing detailed and vibrant photos.

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Zyxel Networks has rolled out an impressive update to its lauded ZyWALL USG FLEX 100 firewall series, with the introduction of WiFi 6-enabled security firewalls. The newly announced USG FLEX 100AX Firewall not only supports WiFi 6 (802.11ax) for enhanced wired and wireless solutions but also guarantees comprehensive security for small- and medium-sized business networks.

This innovative firewall aligns with Zyxel's scalable Nebula Cloud Networking Solution, allowing for centralized security policy provisioning and distributed network management from a single dashboard. The USG FLEX 100AX, with WiFi 6 connectivity delivering speeds up to 1800 Mbps, promises robust VPN connectivity and advanced networking security features for various remote work locations, reducing the attack surface and inhibiting threat propagation.

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Today, Lenovo launches a cutting-edge addition to the all-in-one (AIO) business desktop computer lineup -- the ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 4. It is expertly engineered to meet the needs of contemporary workplaces and content creators.

The ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 4 is not just a high-performing PC. It is embedded with top-of-the-line components including up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, promising performance, expandability, and results as and when needed.

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