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Here are the 10 best gaming keyboards I’d recommend to anyone in 2024

Asus' ROG Strix Scope II 96 is the top gaming keyboard followed by HyperX Alloy Origins Core as the best cheap gaming keyboard.
Asus ROG Azoth is the best wireless gaming keyboard followed by SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Wireless as the best gaming keyboard for esports and the Asus ROG Falchion RX LP as the best compact gaming keyboard.
The Glorious GMMK Pro is the best gaming keyboard for customizations, Corsair K65 Plus as the best gaming keyboard with RGB and Keychron C3 Pro as the cheapest mechanical gaming keyboard.
Wooting 60HE+ is the best gaming keyboard for esports.
The article recommends buying a keyboard that is fast, mechanical, with RGB lighting, and comfortable. It also suggests smaller keyboards and investing in wrist rests and adjustable seats for a good posture.

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Can’t upgrade your PC to Windows 11? Buy a new one, is Microsoft’s laughable solution

Microsoft advises users with older PCs that cannot upgrade to Windows 11 to buy a new computer for a better experience.
This is one of the primary reasons why Windows 11 adoption has been slower than Microsoft anticipated.
Microsoft has updated its help document to reflect the recommendation.
The popularity of Windows 10 machines are headed for landfill as support ends in October 2025.
This raises concerns about the environmental impact of hundreds of millions of PCs being discarded.
The EDGI project from Microsoft is helping those in underprivileged communities receive new or refurbished Windows devices.
Microsoft suggests upgrading old computers to Windows 11, but this may be difficult to achieve with older PCs.
Microsoft needs to consider how Windows 10 can remain on some devices, as recycling is not the only solution.
The recommended option from Microsoft's help document for those unable to upgrade is to buy a new PC.
Microsoft's documentation has been updated to recommend buying a new Windows 11 PC.

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This Asus laptop handily beats the XPS 13 — and it’s cheaper

The Asus Zenbook S 14 UX5406SA and Dell XPS 13 9345 are among the first laptops to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chipset and iLunar Lake respectively.
The Zenbook S 14 has a more traditional design and is less expensive than the XPS 13.
Both computers have 1080p webcams with infrared cameras for Windows 11 facial recognition, but the XPS 13's keyboard contains a fingerprint reader embedded in it.
In benchmark performance testing, the XPS 13 was faster across the board than the Zenbook.
The laptops are closely matched in terms of build quality, but the XPS 13's zero-lattice keyboard, hidden haptic touchpad, and touch LED function keys lack useful functionality.
The Zenbook S 14 has better battery life and a larger battery, but the XPS 13 gets similar efficiency to most other Qualcomm laptops during web browsing and when running demanding tests.
The Zenbook's OLED display has near-perfect blacks and color accuracy, but the XPS 13's IPS display is said to be very bright with good contrast.
The Asus Zenbook S 14 shows off Lunar Lake's efficiency and is less expensive, making it easier to recommend than the XPS 13.

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S3 Alternatives for Rails' ActiveStorage

Rails' ActiveStorage has been using Amazon S3 as the default storage provider.
However, in recent years, alternative options have emerged.
Some S3-compatible alternatives include DigitalOcean Spaces, Wasabi, Cloudflare R2, Backblaze B2, and Hetzner S3.
These alternatives have different pricing models and features, so it's important to consider your specific requirements.

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Prime Big Deal Days Apple deals 2024: AirPods, MacBooks, iPads

The AirPods Pro 2 are considered to be pretty iconic with their premium design.
The MacBook Air M2 review emphasizes the balance work that Apple has done with this laptop, juggling size, performance, and battery life fantastically.
Apple’s current lineup of products is a bit more complex this year compared to a few years ago.
The Apple Watch Series 9 is still pretty solid.
Luckily, Prime Big Deal Days is one of the biggest tech sales events of the year, so Apple products tend to have their prices slashed quite significantly.
Pop one on your keychain, your backpack, inside your purse, or anywhere else for a simple and easy way to use Apple’s Find My feature with other products you own.
The iPad 9 can’t be beaten right now.
The Apple AirTag review points out how the little machines leverage the global usage of iPhones to your advantage.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the latest and greatest from Apple, and now you can get it free with Boost Mobile, if you get their Unlimited Plan.
The MagSafe Charger is Apple’s wireless charging port.

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These AMD and Nvidia release date updates are giving me whiplash

Conflicting release date information for AMD and Nvidia's next-gen graphics cards is causing confusion.
AMD's next-gen cards are expected to be released in the first quarter of 2025.
Nvidia's release timeline for the RTX 50-series has been uncertain, with reports suggesting a late 2024 or early 2025 launch.
The process nodes for the new GPUs are also unclear, with Nvidia expected to use TSMC's 4nm process and AMD rumored to use either TSMC's 3nm or 4nm process.

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Ray-Ban Meta glasses hit version 9.0, get new voice messaging

The Ray-Ban Meta glasses have released software Version 9.0.
New features include voice messaging, hands-free timer setting, and sharing with Meta AI.
Voice messages can be sent to WhatsApp and Messenger, with the ability to play received messages.
Future updates are expected, as shown by recent demonstrations at Meta Connect.

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Prime Day Apple deals include the M2 MacBook Air for a record low of $749

The M2-powered MacBook Air is available for $749, a record low price.
The M2 MacBook Air is considered the best budget MacBook in Apple's lineup.
It features a thinner design, a 13.6-inch display, a quad-speaker setup, and excellent performance.
Other MacBook models, including the M3 MacBook Air and 15-inch MacBook, are also discounted.

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Prime Big Deal Days laptop deals 2024: Surface Pro, Razer, HP, Dell

The Prime Day 2024 deals are here, offering a lot of deals on laptops with demands.
Acer Chromebook 315 comes with Intel Pentium N6000 processor, 4 GB RAM, and 128 GB storage.
Acer Aspire 3 is an entry-level AMD Ryzen 3 7320U CPU, 8 GB RAM, and 128 GB storage.
ASUS Vivobook 16 comes with AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16 GB RAM.
Apple M3 MacBook Air 13 is the best for Apple ecosystem, with Intel i5 and 8 GB RAM.
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 16 comes with Snapdragon X Elite, which is a mobile CPU.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 has a 2-in-1 convertible design and an OLED display.
Apple M3 MacBook Pro 14 is a great choice for creative pros with a $300 discount
HP Spectre 2-in-1 comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU, a high 32 GB of RAM, and a 2TB storage space.
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra 16 is great for those who want a bit of everything on the higher end.

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Google Photos is rolling out AI-powered search now – and it could be its biggest upgrade in years

Google Photos is rolling out a Gemini-powered upgrade called 'Ask Photos', allowing users to search their Google Photos library with natural language questions.
The feature will effectively replace the current 'Search' tab in the app's bottom bar and is focused on answering questions about people, as well as providing assistance in recalling vacation details.
'Ask Photos' is currently available only in the US, with no information on a global rollout.
Google reassures users that 'Ask Photos' answers will not be reviewed by humans directly tied to their Google Account, but queries may be reviewed for improving the feature.

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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Gaming PC Deals 2024: Alienware, HP and more

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event has kicked off and there are handsome deals available for gamers to upgrade their PC setup. The Amazon sale is offering massive discounts of up to 21% on gaming PCs that are equipped with the latest processors, graphics cards and come in stylish, transparent cases. Some of the highly discounted machines include the Acer Nitro 50, which comes with a 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, the Thermaltake LCGS Quartz, equipped with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD.
Other discounted PCs include the ViprTech Rebel 4.0, CyberPowerPC Gamer Master, Thermaltake Glacier 360, MSI Codex R2, Alienware Aurora R16 and HP Omen 40L. The machines are equipped with top-of-the-line processors and graphics cards that offer seamless performance for both gaming and work. Customers should grab the incredible deals and have the best gaming experience on the latest hardware.
While selecting a gaming PC, customers should focus on factors such as at least 16GB of RAM, the type of GPU required and CPU details to ensure their machines can run all types of games and monitor setups. Customers can also consider buying budget-friendly options and then upgrading later.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event offers the perfect opportunity for both amateur and professional gamers to upgrade their gaming setup and have a fantastic gaming experience.

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Watch out – your Ray-Ban smart glasses photos are helping to train Meta AI

Meta, the company behind Ray-Ban smart glasses, confirms that visual and audio inputs captured by the glasses may be used to train its smart assistant.
Meta only trains its AI on the images and videos shared by users through features like Look and Ask.
Users who do not use the AI analysis tools or live in regions without access to Meta AI can keep their snaps private, unless they share them on platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
There is currently no way to use AI image analysis and keep submitted pictures private, as consent to share images is required to opt-in to the feature.

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Prime Big Deal Days Dell XPS Deals 2024: laptops and desktops

With the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event underway on October 8 and 9, there are some fantastic Prime Day deals happening, and we’re not just talking about at Amazon either.
These are the best ways to score a great desktop PC or laptop for far less than usual.
Dell is offering discounts on Dell XPS computers during the event.
Dell XPS 15 has a 19% discount, while the Dell XPS 13 and Dell XPS 14 are 18% and 28% off, respectively.
For desktop computer users, the Dell XPS Desktop has a 17% discount.
To make an informed decision, it's important to know if you need something portable from one of the best laptop brands or you want a permanent setup at home with a desktop.
For laptops, it's recommended to consider the screen size, processor, RAM, and storage.
The Dell XPS Prime Day deals were chosen based on good price, equally good product, and availability for purchase.
The discounts on the Dell XPS computers range from 6% to 28% off, providing a great opportunity for users looking for a new laptop or desktop.
Dell XPS Desktop with a 17% discount and equipped with the latest 14th-generation Intel Core i9 processor, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Ti graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD is a great option for those who need a desktop PC instead of a laptop.

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Simplify AWS resource access with EKS Pod Identity Agent and Python SDK

The blog post explains how to manage AWS resources using AWS EKS Pod Identity Agent and Python SDK for Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Pod Identity in Kubernetes is an approach that allows Kubernetes pods to adopt particular identities that enable them to access cloud computing resources in a secure manner.
This article presents a step-by-step guide to create an Amazon EKS cluster, define access to the IAM Role, and develop a Python script to reach AWS services for managing resources.
Pod Identity in the Amazon EKS far-off simple the process of granting AWS permissions to Kubernetes pods.
The article compares Pod Identity versus IAM Roles for Service accounts (IRSA), how they are used and where they are best suited.
Boto3 streamlined the process of interacting with AWS services by providing an easy-to-use, object-oriented API and low-level access to AWS services.
EKS Pod Identity simplifies and secures the process of granting AWS permissions to Kubernetes pods.
Kubernetes Service accounts and IAM Roles for Service Accounts (IRSA) are ideal for managing permissions at the higher level.
Boto3 is an efficient tool for managing AWS resources programmatically with Python.
The article concludes by providing additional resources that readers can use to explore this topic further.

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Google’s Journey: From Search Engine to Tech Titan

Google has transformed into an all-encompassing tech empire that delivers everything from cloud computing to AI and even self-driving cars
Google was born in a garage at Stanford University as a search engine to organize the world’s information
Google became the top search engine globally by 2000
Mobile optimization marked another significant leap forward, and voice search has emerged as a game changer too
Google ventured into uncharted territories marked by strategic acquisitions that transformed the company’s identity
Google transformed the advertising landscape with the introduction of Google AdWords
Google’s algorithms continually evolves, enhancing ad relevance and user experience
Privacy concerns are at the forefront of ethical controversies
Cloud computing represents a significant growth area for Google
Sustainability will play a key role in Google’s upcoming initiatives

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