John Shirley

The Ultimate SSD Buying Guide for 2025 A fast, reliable SSD can completely transform your computer experience. From near-instant boot times to lightning-fast file transfers, solid-state drives outperform traditional hard drives in almost every way. They are also more durable, run silently, and consume less power, making them a smart upgrade for laptops, desktops, and […]

Apple Music is one of the few streaming services that offers high-resolution lossless audio without an extra fee. However, to truly experience this superior sound quality on your phone, you often need additional hardware. This guide will help you find the right equipment to get the most out of your Apple Music subscription, whether you

Judge William Alsup has thrown out a proposed record 1.5 billion dollar settlement between AI company Anthropic and a group of authors. The judge expressed significant concerns that the deal was premature and unfairly structured, stating it was nowhere close to complete. The lawsuit, filed by a class of authors, accused Anthropic of using pirated

Rimac Technology has introduced a new electric vehicle battery platform that exclusively uses solid-state cells. The company, a known supplier to high-performance automakers like Aston Martin and Koenigsegg and the maker of the Nevera hypercar, developed the product through collaborations with ProLogium and Mitsubishi Chemical Group. Rimac claims its new solid-state battery design will lead

Vodafone Tests AI Actors in New Ad Campaign, Sparking Debate Vodafone, a major global telecommunications brand, has launched a new commercial featuring an AI-generated avatar as its central character. The move represents a significant step for a corporation of its size, moving beyond the realm of smaller startups and into mainstream advertising with synthetic media.

Mark Zuckerberg and Donald Trump Share a Pivotal Moment at White House Tech Dinner The relationship between Mark Zuckerberg and former President Donald Trump has undergone a dramatic transformation. This shift was on full display during a recent White House dinner attended by nearly three dozen tech CEOs and executives. The event, which saw numerous

Flame Fatales, the annual all women and femmes speedrunning event from Games Done Quick, is set to begin on September 7th and will run through September 14th. The entire marathon will be broadcast live on the official GDQ Twitch channel, with the action starting daily at 11:30 AM Eastern Time. This week long event features

Apple deals are available now but timing is key for shoppers. High demand for Apple products means significant discounts are rare, but they do exist. Currently, deals are slightly harder to find as the tech world anticipates Apple’s upcoming event on September 9th. The company is expected to unveil new iPhones, an updated Apple Watch

Firaxis Games, the storied developer behind the iconic Civilization strategy game series, has undergone a round of layoffs. The studio’s owner and publisher, 2K, confirmed the staff reduction as part of a restructuring effort aimed at optimizing its development process for greater adaptability, collaboration, and creativity. The exact number of employees affected was not disclosed,

Nepal Cracks Down on Unregistered Social Media Platforms, Blocks Facebook, X, and YouTube The government of Nepal has moved to block access to a number of major social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Instagram, Reddit, and YouTube. This decisive action comes after the companies failed to comply with a new law requiring them to formally