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July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

Baseus power banks recalled due to fire hazard – check your model number

Following several dozen reports of fires, the company is voluntarily recalling two of its popular power banks. See if you’re affected and what replacements we recommend.

July 11, 2024July 18, 2024 | by Arround The Web

The 70 best Prime Day 2024 gaming deals still available

Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale may be over, but you still have a chance to save on everything from headsets and games to consoles like the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 and high-end gaming laptops.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

Google Extends Support for Linux kernels Used for Android

Because the LTS Linux kernel releases are so important to Android, Google has decided to extend the support period beyond that offered by the kernel development team.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

You can now get SpaceX’s Starlink Mini internet antenna that can fit in your backpack

The small kit comes with a built-in Wi-Fi router that promises internet anywhere in the US, and it’s no longer tied to a home subscription.

July 11, 2024July 19, 2024 | by Arround The Web

The 65+ best Prime Day TV deals still live

Amazon Prime Day is over, but you can still snag some of the highest-rated TVs out there right now from Samsung, Sony, LG, and more at discounted prices.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

LibreOffice 24.2.5 Office Suite Is Now Available for Download With 78 Bug Fixes

Coming about five weeks after the LibreOffice 24.2.4 update, LibreOffice 24.2.5 is here to introduce more fixes for those annoying issues, bugs, crashes, regression, and other problems reported by users in the latest LibreOffice 24.2 series. In numbers…

July 11, 2024July 16, 2025 | by Arround The Web

The best portable power stations of 2025: Expert tested to last through power outages

Going off the grid or need power in a pinch during a power outage? I tested the best power stations to keep your devices running this spring.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

AlmaLinux Patches Another Security Hole That Red Hat Is Ignoring

AlmaLinux is turning into the RHEL clone with a difference, by patching RHEL security holes that are given a low priority by Red Hat.
The post AlmaLinux Patches Another Security Hole That Red Hat Is Ignoring appeared first on FOSS Force.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

Exim 4.98 Patches Over 30 Bugs, Bolsters Email Server Security

New Exim 4.98 MTA addresses critical SMTP vulnerabilities. Includes crucial updates for DKIM handling and SMTP security.
The post Exim 4.98 Patches Over 30 Bugs, Bolsters Email Server Security appeared first on Linux Today.

July 11, 2024July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

LibreOffice 24.2.5 Office Suite Is Now Available for Download with 78 Bug Fixes

LibreOffice 24.2.5 office suite is now available for download with 78 bug fixes for the latest LibreOffice 24.2 series. All users are recommended to update as soon as possible.
The post LibreOffice 24.2.5 Office Suite Is Now Available for Download with…

July 11, 2024July 17, 2025 | by Arround The Web

Best AirTag wallets 2025: I tested the best options to track your cards and cash

Never again lose your cards and cash with Apple AirTag tracking wallets or alternatives from Ridge, Nomad, and more.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

Apple needs to fix this crazy iPhone annoyance

I use my iPhone a lot. But one feature on the device is a massive annoyance and I seriously hope the issue is fixed in the iPhone 16.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

3 ways to interact with Gemini from the MacOS desktop

If Gemini is your go-to AI and MacOS is your operating system of choice, you’ll be glad to know there are ways to interact with Google’s AI from Apple’s desktop.

July 11, 2024July 13, 2024 | by Arround The Web

What you missed at Samsung Unpacked July 2024: Galaxy Z Fold 6, Watch Ultra, Ring, AI, more

This week Samsung unveiled several new products, including two foldable phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and the company’s very first smart ring.

July 11, 2024 | by Arround The Web

FOSS Weekly #24.28: Mastering Nano, Xfce Distros, Proton’s Google Docs Rival and More

Long form videos, anyone?

July 10, 2024 | by Arround The Web

How to clear your Google search cache on Android (and why you should)

If you’re concerned about your privacy, you should regularly clear your Google search cache on Android. Here’s how to do this manually and set up auto-delete.

July 10, 2024 | by Arround The Web

Amazon updates AI enterprise solutions with guardrails at AWS Summit

The cloud provider launched several enterprise tools for the generative AI era while emphasizing its security track record.

July 10, 2024 | by Arround The Web

Zed, a GPU-accelerated IDE Written in Rust, is now available for Linux

Open-source editor Zed is now available for Linux. Zed is a GPL licensed IDE written in Rust, developed by the authors of the Atom editor and the creators of the Tree-sitter parser generator. Out-of-the-box it offers the essential features one expects …

July 10, 2024 | by Arround The Web

GNU Taler news: KYCID, an operational OAuth2 integration of eKYC

In this bachelor thesis Yann Doy presents his implementation of a concept of eKYC (electronic Knwo Your Customer procedure).

July 10, 2024July 13, 2024 | by Arround The Web

I went hands-on with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 and it made my OnePlus Open feel outdated

Do a more refined design and fancy AI features justify a price bump on the most expensive phone on the market? Here’s the first take.