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US chipmaker Nvidia was all set to buy Britain’s Arm chip-design company for $66 billion, the largest ever deal for a chip company, and then it all collapsed. What happened? Key Takeaways EU, UK, and US regulators nixed a deal where Nvidia would buy Arm for $66 billion.Yes, billion.Most phone chips, and Apple’s M1 Macs, are based on Arm technology. Nvidia is a graphics processor (GPU) company, but it also makes systems on a chip (SoC) for mobile devices....

Windows 10’s October 2018 Update (version 1809) is available starting October 2, 2018, but as a manual update. On October 9, 2018, Microsoft will begin the gradual rollout through Windows Update. The October 2018 Update was previously known with the Redstone 5 codename. It’s the second update that Windows 10 is receiving in 2018, and it’s the sixth major update since it was originally released back in to 2015. Windows 10 October 2018 Update rollout The new release will be available as a free update on October 2, and compatible devices will receive the new update automatically through Windows Update....

As we wait for Microsoft to finally unveil Windows 9 to enterprises next Tuesday, September 30, during a special briefing in San Francisco, it’s seems that the company is already preparing to enroll costumers to try the new bits with a new Windows Insider Preview Program. There is a new web page floating on the internet listing “Windows TH”, which I can only guess that stands for “Windows Threshold”, however the link to access the Windows Insider Preview Program is currently not working....

March 31 is World Backup Day, the day we technology folks remind you of how important it is to back up your data. Considering our particular expertise, we tend to do this much more often than once per year, but will take this annual excuse to do it yet again! This awareness initiative is set forth by WorldBackupDay.com. Here’s the message to remember: Your Data Is More Valuable Than Your Device Hardware is cheap and getting cheaper....

This article explains what an XLR file is and how to open or convert one on your computer. What to Know An XLR file is a Works spreadsheet or chart file. Microsoft Works or Excel are your best options for opening one, but other apps work, too. Use Zamzar to convert from XLR to a modern format like XLSX or PDF. What Is an XLR File? A file with the XLR file extension is a Works spreadsheet or chart file, very similar to Microsoft Excel’s XLS format....

Isn’t it a hassle juggling multiple accounts just to keep in touch with friends and family on different messaging platforms? Imagine if you could use iMessage to text your friends on Discord! The EU has proposed the Digital Markets Acts to enable people to freely message from one messaging service to another without switching clients.Some security experts believe that exchanging messages across platforms will introduce security issues.Others think the risks, which they believe developers can solve together, outweigh the benefits to the people using the platforms....

Escape From Tarkov is a multiplayer game where players connect online into a match and try to survive the mayhem. The game plot features a mechanism where players can enter one of the many modes and grab out the best reward in the end by surviving. Itis challenging and so it needs decent hardware to run. What to know what is the minimum system requirement to run Escape From Tarkov then read below....

Windows is filled with services that run in the background and keep things smooth on the surface. While we enjoy an error-free OS experience, these services are continuously working to make sure things don’t fall apart. These services make your PC efficient and Windows often releases new services to further improve the current setup. WaasMedic or Windows Update Medic Service is one such service. If you are someone looking to learn more about it, you are at the right place....

Steps Recorder is a combination keylogger, screen capture, and annotation tool for Windows. It’s used to quickly and easily document actions made on a computer for troubleshooting purposes. Below is everything you need to know about Steps Recorder—what it’s used for, which versions of Windows it’s compatible with, how to open the program, and how to use it to record your steps. What Is Steps Recorder Used For? Steps Recorder is a troubleshooting and assistance tool used to record actions taken by a user on a computer....

If you’ve been keeping your eye on the Windows updates recently, you’ll know that there was an Insider update that brought in a few new features. While this isn’t on the main Windows branch just yet, we can use these Insider updates to take a peek into what’s on the horizon for the operating system. With the October update just rolling out after months of constant hiccups, let’s take a look as to what Microsoft has in store for 2019....

Tifa is an important character in Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Among all the four playable characters, Tifa is helpful and capable of unleashing some strong attacks in melee combat. In this FF7 Remake Weapon guide, you can learn which are the two best weapons for Tifa. What are the best available upgrades and how to unlock weapons for Tifa in Final Fantasy 7 Remake? Which is the best weapon for Tifa?...

A recent study shows a large percentage of Android users would most likely purchase an iPhone the next time they upgraded, a change experts say is being led by a variety of concerns. Key Takeaways Samsung users appear to be the most likely to upgrade to an iPhone next time.Better privacy protection is one of the main reasons Android users could be looking to switch.Other reasons users could switch include longer device support, more frequent upgrades, and a unified ecosystem....

Smartphone cameras might have made point-and-shoot (P&S) cameras irrelevant for most of us, but camera manufacturers aren’t done with them just yet. And for good reason. Major camera manufacturers have scaled down production of point-and-shoot cameras, according to a new report.While the market for these compact cameras has shrunk quite dramatically, demand hasn’t vaporized completely.Some professional photographers think compacts are more useful than smartphone cameras and more affordable than mirrorless cameras....

Microsoft is working on a new emoji panel design that combines clipboard history and adds support for GIF images. The new feature appears inside Windows 10 build 20185, available through the Dev Channel, but it’s not enabled by default. Spotted by Deskmodder, the new emoji panel has a modern design using Fluent Design visual elements, such as blur and transparency. It now supports GIF images, and it integrates the clipboard history, which means that you can now open the emoji panel using the “Windows key + ;” or “Windows key + V” keyboard shortcuts....

It should not come as a surprise that Microsoft has announced the end of life for Windows 10, just in time to share what’s coming next. Microsoft officially has revealed that it plans to discontinue support for Windows 10 Home and Pro on October 14, 2025. The date was posted on the Windows 10 Lifecycle page on Microsoft’s website, and the cutoff will apply to the Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations editions....

Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 build 25131 in the Dev Channel. This flight ships with various fixes and improvements only. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 25131 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This release is not significant since it only includes fixes and no new features. Build 25131 for Windows 11, according to the announcement, brings several fixes to address problems with specific AMD processors....

We have seen that Microsoft will be including the virtual desktops feature thanks to recent leaked screenshots from the Windows Technical Preview build 9834, the version of Windows that Microsoft is delivering to partners. But today there is a new video in YouTube from WinFuture.de that demos multi-desktop feature in Windows 9 fully. The video shows that users can create up to 7 different “virtual desktops”, but it remains unclear if the number of desktops is limited to the screen size and how it is going to work with multiple monitor setup....

Our list of all-new Roblox World Sail Codes will help you to get free in-game rewards. New codes will be coming to the game soon, so make sure to bookmark this page and check back later for the latest updates. Use these free rewards to level up and progress much faster in the game. So without any further ado, let’s jump right into it. These codes are working as of December 29, 2022, when we checked....

The Windows 10 Anniversary Update for Xbox One (also known as August Update) releases a few days earlier than the PC and Mobile version. Microsoft begins the roll out of Xbox One System Update 10.0.14393.1018 (rs1_xbox_rel_1608.160725-1822) on July 30th. The summer update brings a slew of changes, including a version of Cortana similar to the desktop version, and background music through app like Groove Music and Pandora. The Windows Store also arrives to the console, Microsoft’s Xbox Play Anywhere that lets you play games titles on your PC or Xbox without paying extra....

One of the most important features of Xbox Series X is Smart Delivery. This is a feature that allows you to enjoy the same copy of a game on both Xbox One and Xbox Series X consoles and track your progress across platforms. The big question is, what are the games that will be supported? In this article, we will tell you which games are confirmed so far. Since Microsoft announced the arrival of Smart Delivery to Xbox Series X, several games have been confirmed for this option....