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PowerPhotos: The Ultimate Toolbox for Photos on the Mac [Sponsor]

PowerPhotos is the ultimate toolbox for Photos on the Mac, filling in missing features that Photos itself doesn’t provide.
It allows you to work with multiple Photos libraries and store them wherever you want, including external or network drives.
PowerPhotos features include library merging, duplicate photo finder, multi-library search, advanced exporting, and more.
You can download PowerPhotos for free with many features available, and purchasing a license unlocks additional advanced features.

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Microsoft would really like you to replace your old Windows 10 PCs this year

Microsoft predicts that 2025 will be the year of the Windows 11 PC refresh.
Most Windows 10 PCs will stop receiving new security updates in 2025.
Microsoft aims to strike a balance between carrots (new features, performance benefits) and stick (Windows 10 end of support in October 2025).
Microsoft is not planning to extend Windows 10 support or officially support Windows 11 on older PCs.

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iPhone supplier TDK rolls out new batteries to support mobile AI

TDK Corp., a key supplier of iPhone batteries to Apple, will launch an upgraded version of its most advanced battery technology this year to address the increasing power consumption of AI features in mobile devices.
Mass production of these third-generation silicon-anode cells is scheduled to begin in late summer, according to CEO Noboru Saito.
Silicon batteries have been embraced by major Chinese phone makers and the upcoming 2025 edition is expected to have 15% better capacity than graphite-anode batteries.
Improvements in battery technology are steadily making notable progress.

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Dew Drop – January 6, 2024 (#4335)

Uno Platform has made progress in allowing devs to use Dev Gallery code cross-platform.
Artificial intelligence is expected to drive technological advances in 2025.
The AI-Ready Isolator++ API claims to be the first API which allows sites to be built that are interactive and use AI.
Microsoft's new Microsoft.Extensions.AI service allows OpenAI models to be called from C#.
Brady Gaster discusses .NET app upgrades in episode 331 of the Azure & DevOps Podcast.
Brad Smith, president of Microsoft, has said the US has a "golden opportunity" to lead in AI as the nation has a combination of talent, capital and infrastructure.
Mastering Peak Software Development Efficiency with Docker.
Detecting Browser Zoom Changes in JavaScript and Measuring the Distance Between Two Points with the Pythagorean Theorem.
JasperFx Software in 2025.
See What WebAssembly Can Do in 2025.

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Microsoft embarrasses itself with Windows 10 pop-up that hogs the desktop urging an upgrade to Windows 11 – then promptly crashes

Microsoft's latest pop-up urging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 has backfired.
The pop-up, which takes up the entire desktop, has been reported to crash for some users.
The crash occurs immediately after the pop-up appears, displaying an error message.
This embarrassing error raises concerns about the stability and reliability of Windows 11.

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Meet This Indian Developer Who Built a JupyterLab-Killer

Zasper, an open-source alternative to JupyterLab, has gained attention and praise from industry experts.
Created by Indian developer Prasun Anand, Zasper delivers significant improvements in performance and efficiency.
Zasper uses the Go programming language, enabling it to take advantage of multi-core processing and consume less memory and CPU usage compared to JupyterLab.
Being open-source, Zasper offers an edge over closed-source alternatives, accelerating its development and adoption in the data science community.

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How to Create an Internet Kill Switch in Windows

Kill Switch is a feature that kills the internet connection in case of an IP Leak or connection drop.
Creating a Kill Switch in Windows 10 is pretty easy. You need to follow some simple steps given below.
To create a Kill Switch, open the Windows Settings app, go to Network & Internet, and note down the network adapter name you are connected to.
Create a shortcut with the network adapter name to disable the connection and another shortcut to enable it again for reconnecting.

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What Is “Enhance Pointer Precision” in Windows – On or Off?

Enhance Pointer Precision, also known as Mouse Acceleration, is a feature in Windows that automatically adjusts the DPI based on mouse movement speed.
The feature can be beneficial for some users, improving workflow by increasing or decreasing the distance the mouse pointer covers.
However, for gamers, it is generally recommended to disable Enhance Pointer Precision as it can negatively impact mouse movement and hinder gameplay.
To enable or disable Enhance Pointer Precision in Windows, go to Settings > Devices > Mouse > Additional Mouse options > Pointer Options.

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Autostart AppImage Applications in Linux

AppImages lack desktop integration and autostart functionality in Linux.
To achieve desktop integration, you can use the AppImage Launcher tool.
To enable autostarting an AppImage application, you need to create a desktop file and add it to the autostart application list.
AppImage Launcher can be installed using a deb package or from AUR for Ubuntu and Arch Linux respectively.

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How To Import and Export Firefox History

This tutorial explains how to import and export the history of Mozilla Firefox web browser.
Exporting and importing history is useful for transferring history from one computer to another within the Firefox family of browsers.
To export history, install the History Export addon from addons.mozilla.org, access the Preferences, and click on Export History.
To import history, make sure the History Export addon is installed, access the Preferences, click on Browse, select the history file (firefox-history.json), and click Open.

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This app turns your Apple Watch into a Mac and smart home gesture hub

DoublePoint has launched the WowMouse app for Apple Watch, allowing users to control their Mac with cursor and click movements.
The app aims to expand connectivity to include control of any Bluetooth-enabled device and will be open-sourced for developers to build on.
DoublePoint has partnered with Bosch Sensortec to integrate gesture algorithms for energy-efficient and precise gesture sensing.
The WowMouse app allows users to play games, summon an AI assistant, use it as an XR input, and control smart home devices.

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Doublepoint releases WowMouse gesture app for Apple Watch to control your Mac devices

Doublepoint Technologies releases WowMouse app for Apple Watch to control Mac devices.
The app offers gesture control for connected devices through sensors in the Apple Watch.
WowMouse will initially support connectivity between Apple Watch and Mac devices, with plans to expand to other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Doublepoint collaborates with Bosch Sensortec to integrate gesture-recognition algorithms into smart inertial measurement units.

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Sci-fi MMORPG Vendetta Online released a whopping 44 updates last year

Sci-fi MMORPG Vendetta Online released a whopping 44 updates last year.
Updates included TV support, VR improvements, capship enhancements, and streamlined new user experience.
The game is currently working on localizations into 19 languages and persistent events.
Persistent events are a significant gameplay advancement that allows dynamic and reactive content based on player activity.

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Today in Apple history: Meet the ‘Blue and White’ Power Mac G3

In January 5, 1999, Apple introduced the revised Power Mac G3 minitower, nicknamed the 'Blue and White G3' or 'Smurf Tower'.
The Power Mac G3 borrowed the same transparent color scheme as the colorful plastic iMac G3.
The Blue and White Power Mac G3 introduced new design features such as a hinged door on the side for easy access to components.
The Blue and White Power Mac G3 included notable features like FireWire and was discontinued in August 1999.

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How to Set Up OpenShift Local (CRC) on Ubuntu: A Developer's Guide

Red Hat's CodeReady Containers (CRC) is a lightweight, local OpenShift 4 cluster for development and testing.
This guide explains how to set up CRC on Ubuntu, including system requirements and step-by-step instructions.
It covers preparing the system, installing dependencies, downloading and installing CRC, and starting the cluster.
Tips for better performance and common issues with their solutions are also provided.

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