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Right to Repair Legislation in 50 States

Right to repair legislation has now been introduced in all 50 states.
So far, right to repair laws have been passed in Massachusetts, New York, Minnesota, Colorado, California, and Oregon.
Another 20 states are formally considering right to repair bills during this current legislative session.
Some states have watered down the legislation post-passage or haven't enforced it effectively.

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Apple Releases iOS 18.4.1 With Bug Fixes

Apple has released iOS 18.4.1 and iPadOS 18.4.1, minor updates to the iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 operating systems.
The update includes bug fixes and security updates, addressing issues with wireless CarPlay and deleted app restoration.
The new software can be downloaded over-the-air on eligible iPhones and iPads.
Apple is already testing iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, with the expected launch in May.

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Apple debuts new MacBook Pro ads spotlighting nano-texture display, all-day battery life

Apple released two new ads for the MacBook Pro showcasing the nano-texture display and all-day battery life.
The first ad demonstrates the MacBook Pro's nano-texture display, which scatters light to reduce glare and reflections.
The second ad highlights the MacBook Pro's all-day battery life, lasting up to 24 hours.
Both features were introduced with the M4 chip update and aim to enhance user experience.

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Using a disk speed test on macOS to troubleshoot or decide when it’s time to upgrade

Disk speed tests on macOS can help evaluate performance and determine when to upgrade the storage system.
Reasons for measuring disk speed include troubleshooting performance issues and deciding on upgrades.
Sluggish storage systems can cause slower boot-ups, delays in launching applications, and handling larger files.
Advancements in storage technology and changing storage needs may prompt upgrades in Mac storage drives.
Disk speed measures read and write speeds, essential for assessing the performance of storage drives.
Software tools like AmorphousDiskMark and Blackmagic Disk Speed Test can be used for disk speed testing on macOS.
AmorphousDiskMark provides detailed real-world use cases, including continuous, random block read and write speeds.
Blackmagic Disk Speed Test offers a comprehensive dataset for assessing drive speed, particularly useful for creative professionals.
If disk speed test results are not as expected, troubleshooting steps like freeing up disk space or considering an upgrade may be necessary.
Regular disk speed tests can help ensure optimal system performance and identify the need for potential upgrades.

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Reveal Hidden Folder Sizes in macOS Finder With These Tricks

macOS Finder in List view does not show folder sizes by default.
To enable folder sizes in List view for specific locations, select View ➝ Show View Options from the menu bar or press Command+J and check Calculate All Sizes.
To enable more global monitoring of folder sizes, you can enable the Preview panel by selecting View ➝ Show Preview or pressing Shift+Command+P.
For a separate and static display of folder size, you can use the Get Info panel by selecting File ➝ Get Info or pressing Command+I.

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Apple TV+ announces ‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros,’ an animated special premiering May 30th

Apple TV+ announced the animated special "Lulu Is a Rhinoceros," based on a children's book by Jason and Allison Flom, premiering on May 30, 2025.
The musical special is a story about kindness, acceptance, and embracing one's true self, featuring a voice cast including Auliʻi Cravalho, Alex Newell, and Dulé Hill.
Developed by Jason and Allison Flom, with original songs by Leland and lyrics by Allison Flom, the special is a family event focused on empowerment.
Other recent offerings for kids and families on Apple TV+ include animated series, live-action films, and award-winning content like "Wolfwalkers" and "The Velveteen Rabbit."
Apple TV+ offers a variety of premium drama, comedy series, documentaries, and kids' entertainment globally on various devices for a monthly subscription fee.
The streaming service has gained recognition for original hits like "Ted Lasso" and "CODA," with numerous award wins and nominations since its launch in November 2019.
Apple TV+ is accessible on devices such as iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, smart TVs, gaming consoles, and online platforms, with a free trial for new subscribers and promotional offers for Apple device activations.
A meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan is scheduled to discuss tariffs, trade fairness, and military support, while a senior Apple executive in Europe is set to depart from the company.
New subscribers to Apple TV+ can avail a limited-time offer of $2.99 per month for the first three months, and there are rumors about Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone being priced between $2100 and $2300.

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Windows 11 is about to get a nifty shortcut for copying out all the text from an image

A new Windows 11 feature allows users to copy all the text from an image without the need to take a screenshot first.
The latest update for the Snipping Tool in Windows 11 eliminates the step of capturing a snip and offers a 'text extractor' option within the capture bar.
Windows 11 is expanding its OCR powers, with the Photos app already having Optical Character Recognition to extract text directly from images.
The new shortcut (Windows + Shift + S keys) for text extraction within the Snipping Tool is currently available in testing.

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President Trump to join meeting with Japan to discuss tariffs

President Donald Trump to attend meeting with Japan to discuss tariffs.
U.S. Treasury and Commerce departments leading the discussions, prioritizing Japan and military allies to apply economic pressure on China.
Trump hopes for a positive outcome for both Japan and the USA.
Delegation from South Korea scheduled to meet with US trade officials next week.

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How to Password Protect RAR Files on Windows 11

RAR files can be password protected to keep the files inside them safe and secure and prevent unauthorized access.
To create a password-protected RAR file, download and install WinRAR on your Windows 11 computer, navigate to the file or folder you want to compress, right-click and select the Add to Archive option.
To set a password on an existing RAR archive, right-click on the file, select Open with WinRAR and click on Tools > Convert Archives, then set the password in the Conversion options.
WinRAR is a safe and free tool that can unlock password-protected RAR files.

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Anthropic's Claude AI Chatbot Expected to Gain 'Voice Mode' This Month

Anthropic's Claude AI chatbot is expected to launch a 'voice mode' feature this month, offering a rival to OpenAI's ChatGPT.
The feature will be available in the Claude iOS app and possibly elsewhere, with three voices named Airy, Mellow, and Buttery.
Anthropic has not officially revealed a launch window or other details, but the feature was discovered in the code by an app researcher.
In addition, Claude is gaining support for Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Docs, enhancing task and information management.

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Mastering the mkdir command- efficient file management in Linux

The mkdir command is a powerful tool in Linux for efficient file management.
mkdir stands for make directory and is widely used by developers and system administrators.
Some common options with mkdir include creating single and multiple directories, nested directories, setting permissions, verbose output, and combining commands.
By mastering the mkdir command, users can enhance their productivity and take full control of the file system in Linux.

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VirtualBox Released 7.1.8 with Linux 6.14 & RHEL 9.7 Kernels Support

Oracle VirtualBox released version 7.1.8 with bug-fixes and support for recent Linux Kernels.
The release fixed Linux Guest screen flickering issue and screen tearing problem in Ubuntu Guest with Wayland.
It also addressed crashes, wireless network adapter issues, NAT connection problems, and introduced support for Linux Kernel 6.14 and RHEL 9.7.
The Windows installer now includes a new fatal error dialog and alternative Shared Folder driver for old Windows.

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Stuart Langridge: Serving streaming video that adapts to bandwidth from your own website

YouTube is not suitable for hosting copyrighted media content.
Uploading the video to your own website using HTML ensures long-term availability.
To make the video adaptive, you can serve different resolutions based on the viewer's screen size.
To adapt to bandwidth, you can use HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) by encoding the video in multiple qualities and chopping it into small segments.

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Ubuntu 20.04 LTS End Of Life – activate ESM to keep your fleet of devices secure and operational

Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, Focal Fossa, is reaching its End Of Life (EOL) in May 2025.
Devices worldwide, including IoT, embedded systems, and robotics, depend on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS.
Transitioning to Extended Security Maintenance (ESM) is crucial for ongoing support.
ESM offers vulnerability management for critical CVEs after the standard support period ends.
Migration to a supported LTS distribution like Ubuntu 24.04 is recommended.
Consider Ubuntu Core for IoT, offering extended support up to 10 years.
Snaps provide a streamlined way to package applications with dependencies for Ubuntu platforms.
Activating ESM through Ubuntu Pro provides an additional 5 years of support for Ubuntu 20.04 EOL.
ESM subscription includes security updates for over 2,300 packages in Ubuntu Main.
Ubuntu Pro for Devices offers alternative pricing models for ESM based on fleet size.

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Why Linux Town Is the Best Place to Lose (and Find) Your Files?

Linux file hierarchy is like a city, with different directories serving specific purposes.
Important directories include /bin for basic user tools, /sbin for advanced system tools, /etc for configuration files, /home for user homes, and /var for logs and changing files.
Bash is the command-line interface, allowing users to interact with Linux.
Understanding the Linux file hierarchy can help users navigate the system, troubleshoot, and work more efficiently.

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