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Dell's new flagship monitor isn't an 8K one - but it is curved, has 2.5GbE ports, 140W power delivery and displays 11 million pixels across 40-inches

Dell has unveiled its latest flagship screen, the UltraSharp 40 Curved Thunderbolt Hub Monitor (U4025QW), at CES 2024. Despite not being an 8K monitor , the 40-inch 5K screen has a lot to offer, and is the first in the world to achieve a five-star eye comfort certification.  The ultrawide U4025QW has a curved VESA DisplayHDR 600 certified screen and utilizes IPS Black Panel technology to provide superior color contrast and intricate detail in 5K resolution (5120×2160). For color-critical tasks, the U4025QW covers 99% of the DCI-P3 / Display P3 color space. The business monitor also boasts Thunderbolt 4 support, enabling single-cable convenience with up to 140W power delivery. High-speed wired Ethernet connectivity at 2.5 Gbps is also available via an RJ45 port. HDMI 2.1 FRL (Fixed Rate Link) and DisplayPort 1.4 complete the range of connectivity options. Kind on the eyes The UltraSharp screen is the first to receive the TUV Rheinland five-star eye comfort certification. ...

MacOS devices are being hit by new malware strains - and they're able to quickly evolve to avoid detection

Hackers are developing infostealing malware for macOS at such pace that Apple can’t keep up. As a result, multiple variants frequently move past macOS’ anti-malware system, XProtect, and steal sensitive data from compromised endpoints.  This is according to a new report from cybersecurity researchers SentinelOne, which gave three examples: KeySteal, Atomic Stealer, and CherryPie. KeySteal is an infostealing malware first spotted in 2021, which has evolved significantly since then. It is designed to steal information from Keychain, macOS’ native password manager where users can store credentials, private keys, notes, and more. Last time Apple updated its signature for KeySteal was roughly a year ago, in February 2023, but the malware has undergone such a dramatic change since then that XProtect no longer detects it. Its only weakness, at the moment, is the hardcoded command & control (C2) server address, but the researchers believe the developers will address this soon, as w...

Prison Architect 2 has gone above and beyond with superb accessibility features

In exciting news, Paradox Interactive has announced Prison Architect 2, and the upcoming sandbox simulation game looks like it'll be bigger and better than ever before with some fantastic accessibility settings.  Prison Architect 2 will have many similar features to the first title. Players will be expected to run a prison, organizing inmate care and policing while trying to create a profitable business model. This time around, you're rewarded for giving inmates a second chance, helping them get an education and training in an occupation. The lower your reoffending rate is, the more money you'll get for your penitentiary once you decide to sell. In a hands-on session at Gamescom, TRG was able to talk with the developers about all the new accessibility features that are available. "We've got so many accessibility features," a developer on Prison Architect 2 says. "We love it, just because we want to make the game as available to as many people as we...

Google Magic Compose could soon pull through bars, shops or shows from your search history

A fresh Google patent could bring significant and time-saving upgrades to Google's AI-powered message generator, Magic Compose . Picture the scene: you're planning a night out to counteract those Blue Monday blues. Messages on the group chat are flowing like happy hour cocktails – everyone's free! Only, what was the name of that place you wanted to check out? Was it Bemelman's, written like that? Or was it Beekman (and was there an 's' on the end so you don't look silly)? You pause. You quickly type, 'Bear with me guys, brb' and head off to your search history.  Well, that bit of faff when planning could soon be a thing of the past.  It's all thanks to a newly published Google patent (thank you for spotting, business aid Website Rating and David from @xleaks7 ) which could bring significant upgrades to Google's AI-powered text message generator.  Magic Compose was initially unveiled during Google I/O 2023 in May 2023 as the Google Mes...

Computer RAM gets biggest upgrade in 25 years but it may be too little, too late — LPCAMM2 won't stop Apple, Intel and AMD from integrating memory directly on the CPU

Today’s computers use either SO-DIMM or Low-power DDR (LPDDR) RAM. LPDDR surpasses DDR5 in terms of speed and comes in a form factor that reduces power and footprint while enhancing performance. However, LPDDR memory isn't modular and must be soldered onto the motherboard, meaning replacing it for repairs or upgrades isn’t practical.  CAMM is a new form factor for laptop RAM that has just been adopted by the JEDEC Solid State Technology Association and given the name CAMM2. This technology is thinner and faster than the SO-DIMM standard, promising a speed boost for future laptops. That’s not the only advantage to it though.  LPCAMM2 harnesses the benefits of LPDDR5X components but in a modular form. This represents the first-ever access to a modular LPDDR-based memory solution, revolutionizing the field for designers and users. It will also be of particular benefit to data center operators, cutting down on energy consumption. A future, not THE future LPCAMM2 allows stack...

Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, January 15 (game #721)

It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints, plus the answers for both the main game and the Daily Sequence spin off.  Quordle is the only one of the many Wordle clones that I'm still playing now, around 18 months after the daily-word-game craze hit the internet, and with good reason: it's fun, but also difficult. What's more, its makers (now the online dictionary Merriam-Webster) are also keeping it fresh in the form of a variant called the Daily Sequence, which sees you complete four puzzles consecutively, rather than concurrently.  But Quordle is tough, so if you already find yourself searching for today's Wordle answer , you'll probably need some hints for this game too.  I'm a Quordle and Wordle fanatic who's been playing since December 2021, so I can definitely help you solve Quordle today and improve your game for tomorrow. Read on for my Quordle hints to game #721 and the answers to the main game and Daily Sequence.  SPOILER WARNING: In...

Target is having a massive Super Bowl sale -TVs and soundbars from just $129

The 2023 Super Bowl is less than a month away, and if you're looking to upgrade your home cinema setup for the big game, Target has you covered. The retailer is having a massive sale on best-selling TVs and soundbars from brands like Samsung, LG, and Vizio, with prices starting at just $129. • Shop more of Target's top deals I've listed all the best offers below, starting with impressive discounts on soundbars and today's best Super Bowl TV deals, which include a wide range of sizes and features. Some highlights include this TCL 75-inch 4K smart TV on sale for just $549.99 , the Hisense 65-inch 4K smart TV for $329.99 , and Samsung's 2.1 360W soundbar on sale for $179.99 . See more of today's best deals from Target's Super Bowl sale and see if you're interested in more bargains, you can visit our Super Bowl TV deals guide, which includes all the best sales around the web. Target Super Bowl sale - today's best deals Samsung 2.1Ch 36...