Tech Repository: June 2022

Thursday, June 30, 2022

MacBook Air (M2, 2022) could be up for pre-order in a week – but how long will stock last?

Apple’s redesigned MacBook Air with the M2 chip, which was recently revealed at WWDC 2022 and has been keenly awaited since, will suppose...

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Tech News

Pride: Amazon restricts LGBT goods in United Arab Emirates

Frank Weeze 11:13 PM 0 Comments

The online retail giant says it has to comply with the laws of the countries in which it operates. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/busin...

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Google sign-up a 'fast track to surveillance', consumer groups say

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

Ten European consumer organisations join forces to launch complaints to privacy and data regulators source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tech...

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Canadian admits to hacking spree with Russian cyber-gang

Frank Weeze 7:13 AM 0 Comments

Sebastien Vachon-Desjardins, who worked with the NetWalker crew, had $27m (£22.2m) in Bitcoin when arrested source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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Amazon's new cheap tablet is out now - and it's the Kindle I never knew I needed

Frank Weeze 5:49 AM 0 Comments

After a mid-May announcement, the newest Amazon Fire 7 is finally available to buy - this is the follow-up to the Fire 7 (2019) , and the n...

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

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Apple's next iPad Pro could be a tempting MacBook Pro alternative

Frank Weeze 10:49 PM 0 Comments

The new iPad Pro (2022) was always going to be an expensive tablet - the 'Pro' tells us that - and r umors of an M2 chipset and Ma...

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Airbnb permanently bans parties and events around the world

Frank Weeze 10:13 PM 0 Comments

The firm said a temporary ban on parties, which was introduced in August 2020, was popular with hosts. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/b...

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NHS App given new features for digital revolution

Frank Weeze 10:13 PM 0 Comments

By March 2024, the app should offer face-to-face video consultations, the government says. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-619640...

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Tech News

New biometrics laws urgently needed, review finds

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

The Ryder Review finds existing laws are fragmented and have failed to keep up with technology. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technolo...

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UK decides AI still cannot patent inventions

Frank Weeze 11:13 AM 0 Comments

Many experts doubted AI was currently able to invent without human assistance, a consultation found. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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The abortion clues that can hide on your phone

Frank Weeze 1:13 AM 0 Comments

There are a number of concerns around data protection following the US Supreme Court's ruling on abortion. source https://www.bbc.co.u...

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Monday, June 27, 2022

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Apple rumored to be making M3 already, and it’ll be in Macs next year

Frank Weeze 8:49 AM 0 Comments

Apple is already making an M3 chip, despite the M2 still very much being new on the silicon block, according to a fresh rumor. Given that...

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Saturday, June 25, 2022

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Should you pick up a Prime Day Kindle deal, or wait even longer to buy an ereader?

Frank Weeze 8:49 AM 0 Comments

Now that Amazon Prime Day is getting close, you might be wondering whether you should pick up those gadgets you've had in your sights ...

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Friday, June 24, 2022

Tech News

Instagram: Video selfies trial to verify age of teens

Frank Weeze 7:13 AM 0 Comments

The Meta-owned app is trialling new verification methods to ensure teens meet platform age rules. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techno...

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

Tech News

Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels

Frank Weeze 10:13 PM 0 Comments

The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-6...

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Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai

Frank Weeze 9:13 PM 0 Comments

Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of carmaker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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Netflix cuts 300 more jobs after subscriptions fall

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

In April the streaming giant reported its first subscriber loss in more than a decade. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61914167...

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Tech News

New Tesla factories losing billions of dollars, Musk says

Frank Weeze 10:14 PM 0 Comments

Elon Musk said the Covid-19 lockdown in Shanghai was "very difficult" for the electric car maker. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...

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Tech News

Twitter tests 'notes' feature with 2,500 word limit

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

The trial will allow some users to share "notes" beyond the normal 280-character limit for tweets. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/...

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Chinese man jailed for sexual assault of Alibaba employee on work trip

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

The woman was assaulted after being made to drink on a work trip, and then fired after going public. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/wor...

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Tech News

Meta receives more than a million appeals over removed posts

Frank Weeze 9:14 AM 0 Comments

The Oversight Board, which oversees Facebook and Instagram, said only 47 were submitted by Meta itself. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/...

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mobile-computing

This Apple patent suggests new MacBook Pro designs could be pretty wild

Frank Weeze 6:49 AM 0 Comments

Apple has redesigned its MacBook Pro series several times since its original release, but recent patents submitted by the tech giant could ...

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NHS warns of scam Covid-test texts

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

Fake messages tell recipients they have been in contact with a Covid case and should order a test. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Tech News

Daughter of Elon Musk cuts ties with her father

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

The tech billionaire's 18-year-old daughter has applied to legally change her name and gender. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Monday, June 20, 2022

Tech News

Can crumbling cookies sweeten UK data-protection plans?

Frank Weeze 9:14 AM 0 Comments

Government proposals to move away from EU data-protection laws post-Brexit have had a mixed reaction. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/te...

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Tech News

New rules proposed for buy now pay later

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

The loans are used by millions but ministers want checks on affordability and clearer advertising. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Custom MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 laptops delayed for months

Frank Weeze 3:49 AM 0 Comments

If you’re keen on getting the new MacBook Pro 13-inch (M2, 2022) , Apple’s first laptop with its M2 chip , you may have a wait on your hand...

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Sunday, June 19, 2022

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I've just started using the newest iPad Pro and it's not the upgrade I'd hoped for

Frank Weeze 1:49 AM 0 Comments

I've been using the iPad Pro 12.9 (2018) for years now, and it's served me well; but recently, I was given the opportunity to upgr...

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Saturday, June 18, 2022

Tech News

Apple store workers vote to form first US union

Frank Weeze 8:13 PM 0 Comments

The move by employees in Towson, Maryland, is the latest in a string of high-profile union campaigns in the US. source https://www.bbc.co....

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mobile-computing

A heatwave could affect your GPU and CPU - here's what you can do

Frank Weeze 3:49 AM 0 Comments

Love it or hate it, we have a divisive opinion when faced with sweltering heat, but the components inside our computers and laptops are dec...

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Friday, June 17, 2022

Tech News

Big Tech must deal with disinformation or face fines, says EU

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

Tighter EU rules will demand firms such as Google and Meta tackle disinformation on their platforms. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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Your next Chromebook might know when you're sitting in front of it

Frank Weeze 12:49 PM 0 Comments

Body detection security features may be coming to a Chromebook near you. A recently discovered page on the Chromium Gerrit website revea...

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Chronicling the faces of Juneteenth with iPad Pro and Apple Pencil

Frank Weeze 9:11 AM 0 Comments

Ajuan Mance talks about “The Ancestors’ Juneteenth,” her series of digital drawings created on iPad Pro.

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

Tech News

Elon Musk hints at layoffs in first meeting with Twitter employees

Frank Weeze 11:13 PM 0 Comments

The billionaire also discussed aliens in his first address to the social media firm's staff. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/busines...

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Apple battery row: Millions of iPhone users could get payouts in legal action

Frank Weeze 6:13 AM 0 Comments

The tech giant is accused of secretly slowing down the performance of older models. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61823512?at...

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Tech News

El Salvador: The country where you can buy anything with Bitcoin

Frank Weeze 7:13 PM 0 Comments

The cryptocurrency crash is hurting many investors, including one country that has bet big on Bitcoin. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/t...

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Microsoft retires Internet Explorer after 27 years

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

Internet Explorer, once the most popular web browser, will no longer be accessible for most users. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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El Salvador's Bitcoin pet hospital

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

The Chivo Pets animal hospital, which opened in El Salvador in February, provides whatever care an animal needs for just 25 cents - as long ...

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Apple invites families to create and learn together during Apple Camp

Frank Weeze 11:16 AM 0 Comments

Apple Camp — the popular free program for children and families — will return to Apple Store locations around the world this summer.

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Internet

Goodbye, Internet Explorer. Thanks for the memories (and the malware)

Frank Weeze 7:36 AM 0 Comments

The end of an era is upon us, as Internet Explorer is finally retired after more than 26 years of service, both good and bad. Announced la...

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Intel is about to unleash first Arc desktop GPU – but you won’t be able to buy one

Frank Weeze 4:53 AM 0 Comments

Intel has officially announced the availability of its first Arc desktop GPU , but the catch – as we already knew – is that it’s only going...

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New iPad (2022) could come with a key feature that the iPhone 14 won't

Frank Weeze 2:49 AM 0 Comments

While the new iPad (2022) has been one of Apple's least-leaked products of the year, we've finally started hearing details about t...

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Tech News

Netflix plans real-life Squid Game reality TV show with $4.56m prize

Frank Weeze 7:13 PM 0 Comments

It will see 456 contestants compete in a series of challenges inspired by the dystopian drama. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-...

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Good news! Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch M2 will ship sooner than expected

Frank Weeze 10:51 AM 0 Comments

Apple’s refreshed MacBook Pro 13-inch with the M2 chip, which was announced at WWDC 2022 , will ship more quickly than we were initially...

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Apple and MLS to present all MLS matches for 10 years, beginning in 2023

Frank Weeze 9:10 AM 0 Comments

Apple and Major League Soccer announced that the Apple TV app will be the exclusive destination to watch every live MLS match beginning in 2...

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What's happening to Bitcoin?

Frank Weeze 7:13 AM 0 Comments

The value of Bitcoin is at an 18-month low, as the cryptocurrency market continues to tumble. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology...

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13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 available to order starting Friday, June 17

Frank Weeze 7:10 AM 0 Comments

On June 17, the 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 will be available to order on apple.com, the Apple Store app, and through Apple Authorized Resel...

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Instagram launches new parental controls in UK

Frank Weeze 3:13 AM 0 Comments

Facebook owner Meta is rolling out new parental controls for Instagram and its VR platforms. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-...

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Monday, June 13, 2022

Tech News

Musk to hold first meeting with Twitter staff this week

Frank Weeze 8:13 PM 0 Comments

The Tesla boss has warned he may quit his takeover deal over the number of fake accounts on the platform. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/new...

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Amazon to begin drone deliveries in Lockeford, California this year

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

The shopping giant hopes to deliver parcels to shoppers by air for the first time later in 2022. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/busines...

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Google engineer says Lamda AI system may have its own feelings

Frank Weeze 9:13 AM 0 Comments

One of the firm's software engineers believes chats with an AI system suggest it has feelings. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/techn...

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Xbox: New Starfield, Minecraft and Forza gameplay unveiled

Frank Weeze 2:13 AM 0 Comments

Microsoft shows off more than 30 forthcoming gaming experiences in its summer showcase. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-ar...

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Saturday, June 11, 2022

Tech News

Samantha Cristoforetti: The astronaut taking TikTok to new heights

Frank Weeze 5:13 PM 0 Comments

Samantha Cristoforetti has developed a huge following through her TikToks from on board the ISS. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technol...

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Friday, June 10, 2022

Tech News

Medical gaming treating life-changing injuries

Frank Weeze 6:13 PM 0 Comments

From strokes and Parkinson's to PTSD, severe conditions can be helped with game-based therapies. source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/tec...

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Michael Owen: NFT tweet deleted after Advertising Standards Authority contact

Frank Weeze 2:13 AM 0 Comments

Former England striker Michael Owen is rebuked by the Advertising Standards Authority over tweets about a non-fungible token project. sour...

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

mobile-computing

Dell’s adds Alder Lake CPU to XPS 13, but ditches the earphone jack

Frank Weeze 5:49 PM 0 Comments

Dell has launched a revised XPS 13 and revealed an upcoming convertible tablet, both powered by Intel’s newest 12th Alder Lake processors ....

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