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Possible Windows 12 hardware system requirements revealed

After the debacle over the controversial Windows 11 system requirements, the question of how they would change in future versions remains a point of interest. And now, some of the first details about Windows 12’s system requirements are beginning to surface despite its prospective launch still being some time away. According to the German publication Deskmodder, Microsoft has been working on the future operating system version since February 2022 and is referring to the software internally as “Next…

How to turn the Apple logo on your iPhone into a secret button

For hundreds of millions of smartphone users out there, iPhones are the gold standard of convenience. From reliable cameras and buttery-smooth software to a processor that is in a league of its own, the premium you pay for an iPhone equates to simplicity, consistency, and longevity. This is especially true with more recent models, like the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro. One aspect that really lifts Apple’s smartphones is the focus on accessibility, which tailors the iPhone and its user experience to make a whole bunch…

The new Microsoft Teams uses 50% less memory than before

Microsoft has announced a major revamp of the Teams application for Windows, which was made available as a public preview on Monday. The brand said that Teams has received a ground-up redesign, which will “empower customers to navigate the challenges of the evolving modern workplace.” Classic Teams vs new Teams side by side video In particular, Microsoft has focused on improving the speed, performance, and flexibility of the app, stating that the new Teams is twice as fast while using 50% less memory by…

iPhone 14’s most annoying feature may be worse on the iPhone 15

While there’s a lot to love about the iPhone 14, its lack of a SIM card tray in the U.S. variant was controversial, to say the least. Unfortunately, it looks like the iPhone 15 will be following its predecessor’s lead and ditching the SIM card tray as well — this time for models across the globe, not just in the U.S. According to a report by French publication iGeneration, the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro are likely to be released “without a physical SIM card in France.” Although France is just one country, if iPhones are…

Get a $50 Amazon Gift Card When You Join Microsoft 365

One of the best Microsoft Office deals is on Microsoft 365 Family at Amazon. If you buy today, you can get a 12-month subscription for the whole family for $100 instead of $150, plus you get a $50 Amazon gift card bundled in for free. Combined, that means the Microsoft 365 Family Subscription works out at just $50 for the year. Here’s a look at who needs it and why. Why you should buy Microsoft 365 Family 12-month subscription If you’ve been checking out the best alternatives to Microsoft Office, you’ll appreciate…

This Lenovo laptop with 128GB RAM is over $5500 off today

If you’re looking for one of the most high-end laptop deals around, Lenovo continues to knock things out of the park with a deal on the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Mobile Workstation. As with all Lenovo laptop deals, it’s been given a fairly hefty estimated value price by Lenovo of $9,649 but given the spec, that could be possible here. Right now, the laptop is discounted by a huge $5,564 so it’s down to $4,085. That’s no impulse buy price but if you’re looking for a supremely powerful laptop, it could be worth the…

Apple’s Reality Pro headset was just secretly revealed

Apple’s mysterious Reality Pro headset just hit a major milestone last week when it was demonstrated in a large-scale ceremony to around 100 of the company’s top executives. That’s encouraging, as showing it off to so many high-ranking employees suggests the device is almost ready for launch. The revelation comes from Mark Gurman’s weekly Power On newsletter, wherein the Bloomberg journalist explained that the event marks a notable turning point in the mixed-reality headset’s development ahead of its anticipated…

Apple staff concerned about high-tech headset, report claims

Apple is expected to launch its first mixed-reality headset in the next few months, but a report by the New York Times on Sunday suggests that some at the company have doubts about its potential for success. Citing eight current and former Apple employees, the Times said that for some at the company, “enthusiasm has given way to skepticism” regarding the AR/VR headset, which is likely to be unveiled at Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June. Concerns include the reported eye-popping…

12 iOS 16.4 features that will make your iPhone even better

If you’re eager to get your hands on iOS 16.4, fret not — the wait is almost over. This week, Apple launched the release candidate for iOS 16.4, which has also gone through four beta versions. The fourth beta came out on March 16, which was only a week after the third beta, so it seems like the general public release is imminent within the coming days. While this won’t be bringing huge, game-changing new features for your iPhone, there are some nice changes that we’re pleased to see — some of which are old features…