Microsoft rolls out Windows 10 October 2020 Update with Chromium Edge
Venture Beast
OCTOBER 20, 2020
Microsoft today started rolling out the Windows 10 October 2020 Update, the tenth free update for its desktop operating system. Read More.
The Oculus Go’s operating system is being unlocked, John Carmack announces
The Verge
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
The Go was officially discontinued in 2020. Root access will be achieved by sideloading a future software update, opening the door for anyone to modify and improve Oculus’ original standalone all-in-one VR headset. Facebook originally released the Oculus Go in 2018 before supplanting it with the Oculus Quest the following year.
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What to Do if Your Old Device Can't Run a New Apple Operating System
Gizmodo
JUNE 24, 2020
Apple’s annual operating system updates are always a cause for geeky celebration, but some of you have less reason to be thrilled. If your beloved, older Apple devices have faded into obsolescence, this annual ritual can feel like a grim reminder that this is it for you. Catalina is the highest mountain your aged… Read more.
Everything Apple announced at WWDC 2020
Venture Beast
JUNE 22, 2020
A roundup of all the key announcements from WWDC 2020, the first annual developer conference Apple has hosted entirely online. Read More.
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The Best Features From Windows 10's Big May 2020 Update
Gizmodo
MAY 28, 2020
Microsoft’s big May 2020 update for Windows 10 is here, and it’s packed with a bunch of new features and changes. This isn’t one of those subtle “security updates” that patches up a few bugs within Windows but doesn’t change your UI or how you interact with your operating system.
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Ultimate Gaming Computer for 2020
Galido
JANUARY 28, 2020
Information Technology Blog - - Ultimate Gaming Computer for 2020 - Information Technology Blog. With softwares, operating systems, and various other applications requiring more memory, the general memory requirement of a system is only increasing. You can go for a Thermaltake 700W PSU. Thermaltake 700W PSU.
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Google announces official end-of-support date for Chrome on Windows 7
TechSpot
OCTOBER 25, 2022
Despite Windows 7 reaching its end of extended support period for non-paying users in January 2020, some people still use the operating system—0.12% of Steam survey participants won't let go—as do organizations and businesses that are part of the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program.
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Wear OS market share quadruples in Q3 2021 thanks to Galaxy Watch 4
TechSpot
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
On Monday, Counterpoint Research revealed market shares for wearable operating systems since the first quarter of 2020. Until Q3 2021, Apple's watchOS has held on to at least a 28-percent share. However, Wear OS surged from four percent in Q2 2021 to 17 percent in Q3, quickly claiming second place.
Hands-on: Apple’s macOS Big Sur, iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and watchOS 7
Venture Beast
JUNE 23, 2020
We've been able to test the key new features of Apple's 2020 operating systems and summarize them all for you in this report. Should you install the betas? Read More.
Microsoft is phasing out 32-bit versions of Windows 10
TechSpot
MAY 14, 2020
As noted in this document on the matter, beginning with Windows 10 version 2004 (the May 2020 update), Microsoft will no longer supply 32-bit versions of its operating system to OEMs for new builds. That means you’ll soon no longer be able to buy a new PC running a 32-bit.
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Salesforce IT injects generative AI to ease its massive datacenter migration
CIO Business Intelligence
OCTOBER 6, 2023
When you’re tasked with migrating 200,000 servers to a new operating system, a helping hand is very welcome indeed. Upgrading the fleet Salesforce’s RHEL migration is part of “Hyperforce,” a rearchitecting of the company’s infrastructure that began in 2020, Lutz says. There are misconceptions about this,” he adds.
Forget macOS — it's Chrome OS vs. Windows for desktop domination
Computerworld Vertical IT
FEBRUARY 26, 2021
I had the timing wrong, but my prediction that "most of us will be moving to cloud-oriented operating systems" is finally coming true. According to IDC's latest PC sales numbers , by 2020's fourth quarter, Chromebooks were outselling Macs by two-to-one. To read this article in full, please click here (Insider Story)
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Top 20 Tech Websites & Blogs To Follow in 2020
Galido
DECEMBER 4, 2019
Information Technology Blog - - Top 20 Tech Websites & Blogs To Follow in 2020 - Information Technology Blog. It is an online portal that provides information, guidance, and tutorials related to new gadgets like windows operating system, Apple iOS, Android, and much more.
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8 enterprise web application development trends to watch in 2020
mrc's Cup of Joe Blog
DECEMBER 19, 2019
While this certainly isn’t an exhaustive list, here are some of the most important trends to watch in 2020: 1. In 2020, we’ll see more use of tactics designed to improve speed. photo credit: bamenny via pixabay cc Industry analysts predict that we’ll see an uptick in both automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in 2020.
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Hackers Find New Life from ‘End of Life‘ Technologies
SecureWorld News
AUGUST 10, 2020
Microsoft and other industry professionals strongly recommend upgrading computer systems to an actively supported operating system.". When an operating system reaches its End of Life, it becomes a prime target for hackers. An unsupported operating system grants hackers easier pickings.
5+ things to watch for at WWDC 22
Computerworld Vertical IT
JUNE 3, 2022
It’s a given that Apple will discuss improvements in all its operating systems. Apple began its transition to Apple Silicon at WWDC 2020. “DubDub”) takes place starting June 6 with a keynote speech streamed from Apple Park. What else should enterprise IT watch for at the event? New Macs and the road to M2.
Windows 7 is still running on at least 100 million PCs
The Verge
JANUARY 6, 2021
Windows 7 appears to still be running on at least 100 million machines, despite Microsoft ending support for the operating system a year ago. Support for Windows 7 ended in January 2020 , nearly 11 years after the OS first launched with its “I’m a PC, and Windows 7 was my idea” marketing campaign.
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Apple debuts macOS Big Sur with all-new design, ARM support
Venture Beast
JUNE 22, 2020
The next version of Apple's Mac operating system will be the first to support both Intel and ARM CPUs, a massive under-the-hood upgrade for developers. Read More.
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Microsoft Pluton: New chip design draws lessons from Xbox to make Windows PCs more secure
GeekWire
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
. — Panos Panay (@panos_panay) November 17, 2020. He said the design “will make it significantly more difficult for attackers to hide beneath the operating system, and improve our ability to guard against physical attacks, prevent the theft of credential and encryption keys, and provide the ability to recover from software bugs.”
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Microsoft planning ‘sweeping visual rejuvenation of Windows’
The Verge
JANUARY 4, 2021
Microsoft is planning a “sweeping visual rejuvenation of Windows” that is designed to signal to users of the operating system that “Windows is BACK.” The updated Windows 10 Start menu from 2020. Codenamed Sun Valley, Windows Central first reported on these UI changes back in October.
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Microsoft says it will end OneDrive updates to Windows 7 and 8 in March
The Verge
NOVEMBER 7, 2021
According to Microsoft, the reason for the change is “to focus resources on new technologies and operating systems, and to provide users with the most up-to-date and secure experience.”. in 2018 and Windows 7 in 2020. The lifecycle for Windows 8 ended in 2016 , with Microsoft halting mainstream support for Windows 8.1
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WWDC roundup: Top news and best tweets from Apple’s big developer conference
GeekWire
JUNE 22, 2020
— Ben Scholtysik (@Elektrojunge) June 22, 2020. Chen (@bxchen) June 22, 2020. — Rajeev Rajput (@TheRoyalRaajput) June 22, 2020. DetroitBORG) June 22, 2020. — Tom Warren (@tomwarren) June 22, 2020. . — Tom Warren (@tomwarren) June 22, 2020. Siegler (@mgsiegler) June 22, 2020.
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Google TV exploring fitness, smart home control, and other new features for 2022
The Verge
JANUARY 14, 2022
Google’s 2020 Chromecast with Google TV. Google TV’s director of product management Rob Caruso has outlined what the company’s plans are for its TV operating system in 2022 in a new interview with Protocol. Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge.
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Here’s how to view the Android 11 statue in AR
The Verge
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Google has officially announced Android 11, and the new operating system is already rolling out to Pixel phones. Incredibly proud of our team for everything they've done, especially with what 2020 has thrown at us. link] pic.twitter.com/vJCW7RDS5B — Dave Burke (@davey_burke) September 8, 2020.
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Michael Smyers, 1983-2023: Gifted engineer and startup founder sparked Coinme and Zipwhip
GeekWire
MAY 26, 2023
The core operating system that he began developing for Zipwhip in 2008 was still in use when Twilio acquired the landline texting company for $850 million in 2021. Smyers also applied that larger philosophy to his role as a father after the birth of their son, Niko, in 2020. He was 39 years old.
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Apple reveals iOS 14 for iPhones, adding Widgets and App Library
Venture Beast
JUNE 22, 2020
The operating system for iPhone and iPod touch is getting long-awaited home screen improvements and a variety of tweaks to core apps. Read More.
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support on October 14th, 2025
The Verge
JUNE 14, 2021
It will mark just over 10 years since the operating system was first introduced. Microsoft originally committed to 10 years of support for Windows 10, with an original mainstream end of support date set for October 13th, 2020. Photo by Dante D’Orazio / The Verge. Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14th, 2025.
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Musk says Tesla two-factor authentication “embarrassingly late” but coming soon
The Verge
AUGUST 15, 2020
Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 14, 2020. Musk said last yea r that Tesla was working on “foundational upgrades” to Tesla’s core operating system and would be introducing 2FA shortly after. Two factor authentication via sms or authenticator app is going through final validation right now.
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Google’s ‘Project Hug’ paid out huge sums to keep game devs in the Play Store, Epic filing claims
The Verge
AUGUST 19, 2021
Epic Games would eventually relent and release Fortnite on the Play Store in April 2020 (at least, until it was removed again by Google after Epic added a feature allowing players to bypass Google’s fee when making in-app purchases, kicking off the current slate of lawsuits.). Update August 19th, 4:35pm: Added Google statement.
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Irrigation tech startup led by farming experts blossoms with revenue growth and new cash
GeekWire
MARCH 8, 2024
The two returned home and launched their startup in 2020. FarmHQ Photo) The tech: Smaller farms have historically irrigated using labor-intensive, manually operated systems. A FarmHQ customer with the startup’s device – the white rectangular object – installed on an irrigation pump.
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Home Router Analysis: 'No Router is Without Flaws'
SecureWorld News
JULY 9, 2020
Home routers are one of the many poster children for 2020. In its study, "Home Router Security Report 2020," EU cybersecurity firm Fraunhofer sought to answer five questions about some of the most popular home routers: Days Since Last Firmware Update Release: when were the devices updated last time?
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Government Employees at High Risk for Mobile Phishing
SecureWorld News
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
government threat report , released this morning and titled "Rise in Mobile Phishing Credential Theft Targeting Public Sector," includes these key findings: Nearly 50% of state and local government employees are running outdated Android operating systems, exposing them to hundreds of device vulnerabilities.
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Huawei’s HarmonyOS is coming to smartphones
The Verge
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Huawei has announced the second version of its HarmonyOS operating system and detailed plans to bring it to a wider range of devices, including smartphones. A smartphone version of the SDK will follow in December 2020, and Yu hinted that phones running HarmonyOS might appear next year. Huawei’s AppGallery store for Android.
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Linux has been ported to run on Apple’s M1 Macs
The Verge
JANUARY 21, 2021
Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of software engineering, has previously ruled out official support for natively booting alternate operating systems like Windows or Linux. Corellium has some experience in working around Apple’s operating system protections. Linux is now completely usable on the Mac mini M1.
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Google?s app is getting a dark mode starting today
The Verge
MAY 19, 2020
After the update, the app will automatically use whatever theme your operating system is already set to if you use Android or iOS 13. You’ll also be able to manually toggle between light and dark mode by heading to the app’s settings, which is what users on older operating systems will have to do.
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Safari 14 is now available for macOS Catalina and Mojave
The Verge
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Apple announced the new Safari features back at WWDC 2020. Some new Safari features will require macOS Big Sur to run, and aren’t available if you’re updating Safari on an older version of the operating system, 9to5Mac reports. Image: Apple. These include support for 4K HDR video, and the browser’s built-in translation feature.
LinkedIn says it will stop repeatedly copying iOS clipboard
The Verge
JULY 3, 2020
The operating system now notifies users when an app copies something from another app or device. Here is LinkedIn copying and pasting from my notes app “Bear” pic.twitter.com/CsjocmjUm4 — Don urspace.io (@DonCubed) July 2, 2020. “We don’t store or transmit the clipboard contents,” Berger wrote on Twitter.
Nokia’s name gets slapped on 4K Android TV box with sleek results
The Verge
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
OEM is @SEIRobotics [link] pic.twitter.com/V4v15GBSTy — Android TV Guide (@androidtv_rumor) November 4, 2020. Although it’s a popular built-in smart TV operating system, standalone Android TV streaming boxes have been a little thinner on the ground in recent years. No info on Dolby Vision/Atmos support.
Twitter would like you to actually read stories before you retweet them
The Verge
JUNE 10, 2020
Twitter did not say when it plans to bring the feature to additional operating systems. link] — Kayvon Beykpour (@kayvz) June 10, 2020. If a user decides to retweet an article before reading it, Twitter may prompt them to open it before they do so.
UNCOVERING OPENWRT REMOTE CODE EXECUTION (CVE-2020-7982)
ForAllSecure
MARCH 24, 2020
OpenWRT is a free, Linux-based operating system geared towards use in embedded devices in general and network routers in particular. both released on February 1st 2020. In the following sections, I’ll dive deeper into how I identified the vulnerability. The OpenWRT package manager. or 19.07.1.
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U.S. Census Bureau Targeted in Cyberattack
SecureWorld News
AUGUST 19, 2021
Census Bureau was the target of a cyberattack in January 2020, but hackers were unsuccessful in maintaining access to the system, according to a watchdog report released this week. The Associated Press says the cyberattack did not involve the 2020 census data. Government agencies continue to be hot targets for cybercriminals.
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iOS 14 lets you tap the back of your iPhone to launch apps and a whole lot more
The Verge
JUNE 23, 2020
Yesterday at WWDC, Apple announced iOS 14 , the latest version of its iPhone operating system. pic.twitter.com/uZKv4Cjorf — Aditya Daniel (@adityadaniel) June 23, 2020. imPatrickT) June 23, 2020. These include system actions as well as custom shortcuts. Image via Federico Viticci / Twitter. Yes please.
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BlackBerry will die on January 4th — for real this time
The Verge
DECEMBER 31, 2021
or earlier, BlackBerry 10, or its tablet operating system BlackBerry PlayBook — will “no longer reliably function,” says the company. As of January 4th, any phones or tablets running BlackBerry’s own software — that’s BlackBerry 7.1 Then, in 2016, it started licensing its brand to third-party manufacturers like TCL.
Apple announces November 10 One More Thing event for ARM-based Macs
Venture Beast
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
Apple's third streaming event of fall 2020, One More Thing, will focus on Mac computers powered by ARM rather than Intel chip technology. Read More.
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