This is one that, some might say, comes straight from the modus operandi of so many tech companies. Yet, especially if you’re traveling on business, you could face a very unpleasant surprise. …read more Source:: ZDNet

A $40,000 budget can get you a very nice set of wheels. Let us help find the right vehicle for you. …read more Source:: CNet

Melting aluminum is actually pretty easy to do, which is why it’s such a popular metal for beginners at metal casting. Building a foundry that can melt aluminum safely is another matter entirely, and one that benefits from some of the thoughtful touches that [Andy] built into his new propane-powered furnace. The concern for safety…

Significant changes to the MacBook Pro line are rumored to include a new 14-inch size, more powerful M1X processor, mini LED screen and no Touch Bar. …read more Source:: CNet

Choosing a phone plan isn’t easy. Hopefully this will help. …read more Source:: CNet

CIStud writes: Sonos announces price hikes for Arc, Amp, Roam, Sub, Five, One and One SL speakers citing chip shortage and supply chain. Sonos Arc’s price is leaping by $100 from $799 to $899. Not every product will be seeing a large jump in price, as some products like the Sonos Roam are seeing increases…

Commentary: AirPods have an iconic look thanks in part to their stems. That might change with the AirPods Pro 2. …read more Source:: CNet

Recognising that security breaches are “not a matter of if, but when” does not mean businesses get to be cut some slack in the event of an incident, especially when they are unable to show due diligence in safeguarding their customers’ data. …read more Source:: ZDNet

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JustAnotherOldGuy writes: Chinese authorities have banned all new video games from being released indefinitely, as the government attempts to tackle what it calls gaming addiction in the under-18s. The suspension was revealed at a meeting with game company Tencent. The ban was reportedly revealed during a meeting between Chinese gaming companies Tencent and the authorities….