Speck launches Gemtones true wireless earbuds at CES 2024
Kicking off CES 2024, Speck has introduced a trio of new true wireless earbuds -- the Gemtones collection. This lineup consists of Gemtones Play, Gemtones Sport, and Gemtones Pro.
The standout feature of the Gemtones series is its innovative charging case design. Moving away from the common magnetic catch, Speck has implemented a mechanical catch that securely locks the case, ensuring the earbuds stay safe even if dropped. This thoughtful design addresses a common frustration among earbud users, where dropping a case can often result in lost earbuds.
Ditching passwords in favor of passwordless, phishing-resistant authentication [Q&A]
According to the FIDO (Fast Identity Online) Alliance, passwords are the root cause of more than 80 percent of data breaches. And yet, many organizations -- both big and small -- continue to use this antiquated approach to authentication. In fact, recent research from Yubico, which surveyed more than 16,000 employees across eight countries, found 59 percent of respondents still rely on usernames and passwords as their primary method of authentication.
Why do we continue to see the same old same old, especially when the authentication industry has made such significant strides in not only passwordless but also phishing-resistant authentication? We spoke with Axiad founder and co-CEO Bassam Al-Khalidi to get an answer to this question and find out how companies can make the move to a passwordless, phishing-resistant future. Read on to hear what he had to say.
Sabrent unveils Rocket 5 PCIe 5.0 SSD
Sabrent has officially announced its Rocket 5 Gen 5 SSD, boasting unprecedented speeds. In collaboration with Phison, Sabrent’s latest offering shatters expectations, achieving sequential read speeds over 14,000 MB/s and write speeds surpassing 12,000 MB/s.
In testing scenarios, like the CrystalDiskMark benchmark, the Rocket 5 Gen 5 SSD’s prowess was evident. Achieving more than 14,000 MB/s in sequential reads and 12,000 MB/s in writes, it demonstrates not just peak performance but also reliability in varied benchmarks like 3DMark Storage Test, PCMark Storage Tests, Anvil, and ATTO.
Go green with Acer Aspire Vero 16 and Aspire Go Series Windows 11 laptops
Today, Acer introduces the Aspire Vero 16, the latest addition to its Vero product line, featuring Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel AI Boost and Wi-Fi 7 compatibility. The company emphasizes its commitment to carbon neutrality for this model, adhering to international standards for carbon footprint calculation. Measures are implemented throughout the device's lifecycle to reduce its carbon footprint, with the goal of achieving carbon neutrality through the application of high-quality carbon credits.
The Aspire Vero 16 distinguishes itself by increasing the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials in its chassis, surpassing the amount used in the 2021 model. This approach aims to merge eco-friendly innovation with a premium PC experience.
Keep online customers happy without jeopardizing security
Online transactions are fraught with security concerns -- both for businesses and for consumers. Yet, even while those consumers harbor worries that their personal identifiable information could be stolen if security precautions are weak, they also have limited patience when doing business online and will abandon a website if the transaction takes too long or requires too many steps.
This creates a knotty situation for businesses: They must minimize customer frustrations while still making sure security measures are tight and requiring that users prove they are who they say they are.
Discontinued Microsoft accessories revived under new Incase Designed by Microsoft branding
In April, Microsoft-branded mice, keyboards and other peripherals and accessories were dropped from the company's product line. The announcement last year found Microsoft saying: "we are focusing on our Windows PC accessories portfolio under the Surface brand".
Now things have changed a little. What Microsoft said remains true, but there has been something of a twist. A new licensing deal with Onward Brands will see a selection of product brought back under Onward's own brand Incase. A total of 23 pieces of hardware are due to be launched as "Incase Designed by Microsoft" products.
Microsoft has completely killed off WordPad in Windows 11... and more apps will follow
It is a few months since Microsoft announced plans to ditch WordPad. Back in September the company revealed that the cut-down word processor would no longer be updated and would be removed from the operating system completely in a future release.
This day has now arrived, with Microsoft chopping WordPad from the latest Canary build of Windows 11. And the removal is irreversible -- the company stresses that "WordPad will not be reinstallable".
What's ahead in 2024? Stale cookies get the boot, scaling customer data operations, and unleashing AI
As we enter 2024, IT professionals find themselves at a pivotal moment, grappling with a trio of formidable challenges: the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI), the phasing out of traditional cookies, and ongoing staffing shortages.
These developments are not merely altering the IT landscape but are also necessitating a reevaluation of strategies across businesses. In response to this dynamic environment, IT teams must pivot towards adopting scalable, AI-integrated customer data management systems.
TEAMGROUP unveils T-FORCE GE PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD
TEAMGROUP has unveiled its new Gen 5 solid state drive, the T-FORCE GE PRO. At the heart of this PCIe 5.0 SSD is InnoGrit's innovative 12nm, multi-core, energy-efficient IG5666 controller. This technology, combined with a 2,400MT/s high-performance NAND flash, allows the SSD to achieve astonishing read speeds of up to 14,000MB/s.
A unique feature of this SSD is its smart thermal regulation. Integrated temperature sensors enable the device to automatically modulate its performance, preventing overheating. Data integrity is another focus of the T-FORCE GE PRO, with 4K LDPC technology ensuring accurate data transfers. This feature is essential for users who handle large volumes of data and require reliability.
2024 technology advancements in endpoint security
Cybercrime and data breaches have escalated to alarming levels, with the global estimated cost of cybercrime in the cybersecurity market reaching over $8 Trillion in 2023. Projected to rise by an additional $5.7 trillion (+69.94 percent) by 2028, the urgency for advanced endpoint security solutions has never been more apparent.
Cybercrime and data breaches have become some of the most significant threats individuals and organizations face in the modern business world. As technology continually advances, so do the methods employed by cybercriminals to exploit it. As a result, endpoint security solutions have become a vital tool for businesses and individuals seeking to protect their devices and sensitive data from harm.
Organizations don't know how to address software supply chain security
Organizations are struggling to keep up with vulnerabilities amid software supply chain complexity, with more than 40 percent still in reactive mode according to a new report from Slim.AI.
The 2023 Container Report, based on a survey conducted with Enterprise Strategy Group, shows few organizations know exactly how to address security in the upstream dependencies of the applications and the containers they run in production.
Best Windows apps this week
Five-hundred-and-seventy-six in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 and 11 on the Microsoft Store and elsewhere in the past seven days.
Future Windows PC keyboards may have a dedicated Copilot key. First keyboards with a key will become available in late February. A tap on the key launches Copilot. It is unclear if additional shortcuts will be supported.
Don't risk falling behind when it comes to cloud security
Cloud investment is central to staying competitive in modern business. Gartner estimated that global end-user cloud investment reached nearly $600 billion this year and forecasts a 20 percent increase in spending in 2024. But as investment in and reliance on the cloud increases, so must investment in cloud security.
Expanding cloud usage means an expanding attack surface for threat actors to target. Research from Vanson Bourne, commissioned by Illumio, found that nearly half (47 percent) of all security breaches now start in the cloud.
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How SMBs are tailoring their cybersecurity programs [Q&A]
The uncertain economic climate has led to many smaller businesses cutting their budgets over the last year. But where cybersecurity spend is concerned this can be a risky move.
We spoke to Geoff Bibby, senior vice president at OpenText Cybersecurity to discuss how SMBs and managed security providers (MSPs) can adapt their security plans while still remaining protected.
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