Results suggest brain co-evolved with manual dexterity, say scientists, with humans by no means the outlier Big hands might mean big feet, but it seems long thumbs are linked to large brains – at least in primates. Researchers say the results suggest the brain co-evolved with manual dexterity in such...
Starships are meant to fly: SpaceX’s rocket finally launches after setbacks
Test flight comes after explosive failures raised doubts over founder Elon Musk’s goals to reach Mars and moon Third time was the charm on Tuesday for the launch of SpaceX’s Starship megarocket after the launch had been scrubbed two times in as many days. The success of this 10th flight...
New Framework Laptop 16 to launch with swappable RTX 5070 GPU and Ryzen AI CPUs from $1,499
Pre-orders are now open for the 2025 Framework Laptop 16. Starting at $1,499, it features upgrades across nearly every component of the modular notebook, including AMD Ryzen AI 300 Zen 5 CPUs and an Nvidia Blackwell graphics chip. Read Entire Article
This zoomable visual archive of Byte Magazine is a delightful trip down memory lane
For any computer geek born in the 1980s, Byte was a monthly obsession. Pages filled with BASIC code, hardware diagrams, and essays about computers that felt like they existed only in the future were devoured by young enthusiasts (myself included). It's hard to believe it's been over 25 years since......
Stock exchanges representatives warn against turning financial assets into cryptocurrencies
The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) recently issued an open letter to major financial regulators urging them to address the rising interest in tokenized assets and cryptocurrency-based equities. The global trade group for publicly regulated stock, futures, and options exchanges is calling on institutions to take a more proactive stance......
Researchers warn of security flaws in AI-powered browsers
Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly integrated into everyday technology, including web browsers. However, new research from Malwarebytes raises concerns that this shift could enable novel attacks that rely not on code, but on language. Read Entire Article
Microsoft will now automatically install ‘quality updates’ on some Windows 11 PCs during setup
Starting in September, Microsoft will automatically install updates during the Windows 11 setup process. The company says the change ensures new PCs launch with the latest security patches and bug fixes for a smoother initial sign-in. It also reflects Microsoft's push to tighten control over how and when users receive...
Spotify rolls out in-app messaging for music and podcast sharing
To use Messages, simply look for the share icon in the Now Playing view, select a friend, and tap send. The recipient can accept or decline the message request, and even reply using text and emojis. Users can tap their profile photo in the top left corner to access Messages....
Windows Server users have a new tool to convert VMware virtual machines to Hyper-V instances
Microsoft has introduced the VM Conversion tool, a free extension within Windows Admin Center designed to convert VMware virtual machines into Windows Server Hyper-V VMs. The company positions this tool as a solution for organizations that need to keep workloads on-premises, particularly when compliance or regulatory requirements make cloud migration......
Corsair Xeneon Edge reviewed: A niche but useful secondary display
The Corsair Xeneon Edge is a 14.5" touchscreen designed as a versatile secondary display for content creators and hardware management. Reviewers praise its vibrant screen and flexible mounting options, including magnetic attachment, fan brackets, and tripod mounts. However, the software still needs some refinement. Read Entire Article