Despite shifting focus to the next Battlefield game, EA continues supporting Battlefield 2042 with updates. The latest patch (8.8.0) now requires Secure Boot to run, a move designed to combat increasingly sophisticated cheating methods and protect fair play. Read Entire Article
These are the most common PINs you should absolutely avoid using
According to a recent analysis, one in 10 people use the same four-digit PIN to protect their smartphones and other personal digital devices. Reporters at ABC News reviewed 29 million PINs compiled in the Have I Been Pwned database and uncovered something that should concern both security experts and everyday...
Sun’s unpredictable outbursts are forcing satellites back to Earth sooner
A 2.5-kilogram chunk of metal found on a Canadian farm in August 2024 has become a symbol of a growing dilemma in space exploration. The fragment – identified as part of a SpaceX Starlink satellite – highlights an unintended consequence of the satellite boom: the sun's unpredictable behavior is pulling......
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – does it live up to the hype?
The debut title from Sandfall Interactive is set in a surreal, painterly world where a chosen group must stop a mysterious ritual that erases people from existence each year. Though a bit short, Clair Obscur delivers a unique narrative, stunning visuals, and a classic RPG experience with serious Game of...
Panasonic abandons VGA port from “Let’s Note” laptops, signaling end of era in Japan
Panasonic recently introduced a new model in its "Let's Note" line of laptops. For the first time, the Japanese company has removed the legacy video port from its integrated laptop features. According to a Nikkei report, this move could mark the beginning of the end for "VGA-enabled" computers sold in......
Elden Ring: Nightreign debuts to mixed reviews
Elden Ring: Nightreign is a multiplayer spin-off that expands the Elden Ring universe with a fast-paced, cooperative roguelike experience. It offers intense combat and strategic depth, catering primarily to seasoned players. However, its steep learning curve and technical issues may prove challenging for newcomers. Read Entire Article
Nvidia GTX 970 mod upgrades to 8GB VRAM, matches GTX 1060 in performance
Brazilian hardware modder Paulo Gomes modified an Asus Strix GTX 970 for his experiment. To boost VRAM, he removed the original 512MB, 7 Gbps GDDR5 modules and replaced them with 1GB, 8 Gbps chips. He also added a resistor to ensure the GPU recognized the higher-density memory. The additional memory......
Beijing encourages top Chinese memory maker to abandon DDR4 manufacturing
The move is a bit surprising considering the company just started mass producing DDR4 modules late last year. The strategy appeared effective, too, as other leading memory makers including SK Hynix, Samsung, and Micron have reportedly finalized plans to end DDR3 and DDR4 production this year, partially in response. Read...
Vessel’s implosion can be heard on new video from expedition to Titanic wreckage
Authorities investigating the implosion of an experimental submersible on its way to the Titanic wreckage in 2023 have released a new video recorded aboard a support ship at a key moment
Wisconsin Supreme Court suspends judge who left court to arrest a hospitalized defendant
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has suspended a Dane County judge who left court to try to arrest a hospitalized defendant and got into an argument with another defendant