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A Department of Defense official says Russia's space weapon would involve using a nuclear weapon to knock out satellites across Earth's orbit. Russia’s secret anti-satellite weapon could rend...

https://au.pcmag.com/networking/105057/pentagon-russias-space-weapon-could-make-low-earth-orbit-unusable

A small smart fan with plenty of power The Windmill Fan is a smart desktop fan that delivers strong air flow despite its diminutive size. You can control it with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistan...

https://au.pcmag.com/smart-home/105056/windmill-fan

Airbnb Icons recreates locales from movies, TV, art, and sports—like the house from Disney’s Up!—but space is extremely limited, so get your request in early if you're looking for a unique ...

https://au.pcmag.com/travel-1/105055/enter-the-world-of-x-men-97-and-other-pop-culture-favs-courtesy-of-airbnb

SpaceX now has nearly 5,900 Starlink satellites in low-Earth orbit, but it wants 30,000, posing potential safety concerns as space around the planet gets ever-more crowded. Starlink's ambitious...

https://au.pcmag.com/networking/105054/starlink-satellites-make-up-60-of-all-active-spacecraft-in-orbit

A highly competent midrange Galaxy phone Samsung's Galaxy line is part of an ever-expanding universe, from the $199.99 Galaxy A15 5G to the $1,299.99 Galaxy S24 Ultra . At $399.99, the Galaxy ...

https://au.pcmag.com/mobile-phones/105053/samsung-galaxy-a35-5g

Some of the networking equipment sold by 40-year-old Onur Aksoy 'ended up in US hospitals, schools, and highly sensitive military and other governmental systems,' the DOJ says. A Miami-based CE...

https://au.pcmag.com/networking/105052/tech-ceo-gets-6-years-for-selling-fake-cisco-gear-on-amazon-ebay

Google reveals the stat on World Password Day as it prepares to extend passkey logins to users of its Advanced Protection Program, the company’s strongest security offering. In the year since...

https://au.pcmag.com/password-managers/105051/google-passkey-authentications-top-1-billion-across-400-million-accounts

Parental control software can be confusing and overwhelming. The best things you can do to keep your kids safe online are simple and free. While most parents want their kids to be safe on the i...

https://au.pcmag.com/parental-control/105050/4-parental-controls-tips-from-an-actual-parent

Peacock and Crunchyroll are the latest streaming services to announce price increases, following Netflix, Max, Disney+, and more. Here's how we got here and what you can expect to pay. The stre...

https://au.pcmag.com/video-streaming-services/105010/hulu-is-how-much-your-guide-to-streaming-service-costs-and-price-hikes

AI-equipped smart specs with major blind spots Smart glasses are still waiting for their iPhone moment, when one product unites a mishmash of disparate ideas into a single highly functional a...

https://au.pcmag.com/wearables/105049/solos-airgo3-smart-glasses

One ransomware attacker using the REvil variant gets 13 years and seven months in prison for helping execute over 2,500 attacks netting $700 million worth of ill-gotten gains. A Ukrainian ranso...

https://au.pcmag.com/security/105048/hacker-sentenced-to-13-years-in-prison-for-revil-ransomware-attacks

After months of strained negotiations and muted songs, UMG music from artists like Billie Eilish and The Weeknd will be fully available on TikTok again. Universal Music Group has struck a new d...

https://au.pcmag.com/streaming-music-services/105047/tiktok-strikes-new-deal-with-universal-music-group-promising-ai-guardrails

Need to refresh your PC or upgrade some components? Get some new accessories? Don’t waste your day trawling the web, check out these killer computer deals below.

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If you're looking for a VPN to ensure your anonymity and safety when browsing online, you don't need to pay full price. If you're looking to ensure your anonymity and safety when browsing online,...

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Elevate your game with a monitor that plays as hard as you do. See what to look for in a gaming display, along with our top-ranked models; we've got deep-dive reviews of the best screens on the s...

https://au.pcmag.com/monitors/11150/the-best-gaming-monitors

The billion-dollar acquisition brings one of the cheapest ways to use T-Mobile's network into the T-Mobile corporate family. (And earns Mint pitchman Ryan Reynolds a few bucks.) T-Mobile's corp...

https://au.pcmag.com/wireless-carriers/105044/t-mobile-completes-mint-mobile-deal-promises-new-perks-for-mint-users

The hotel chain quietly updated its website with the information after a judge ordered it, but how did this fly under the radar for more than five years? In 2018, Marriott experienced a massive...

https://au.pcmag.com/security/105043/it-turns-out-marriott-wasnt-using-encryption-before-huge-data-breach

AT&T Turbo offers 'enhanced data connectivity' for an extra $7 per month per line. But why not just offer it to all customers at no extra charge? AT&T is offering a more secure mobile connecti...

https://au.pcmag.com/wireless-carriers/105042/att-turbo-plan-charges-more-for-steadier-service

In 2023, TikTok blocked 37 million products from its digital store and removed an additional 133,000 products due to violations. One of TikTok's arguments against banning the app in the US is ...

https://au.pcmag.com/social-media/105041/annoyed-by-tiktok-shop-videos-on-your-fyp-it-could-be-a-lot-worse

US cyber authorities say hackers are trying to infiltrate IT systems at wastewater treatment, energy, and agriculture facilities. But there's a relatively easy fix. The US is warning about "pro...

https://au.pcmag.com/security/105040/us-warns-of-pro-russian-hacktivists-targeting-water-energy-systems

A top choice for professional video editors Adobe Premiere Pro earns its status as industry-standard video editing software thanks to its familiar nonlinear editing interface, unmatched ecosys...

https://au.pcmag.com/first-looks-1/46739/adobe-premiere-pro

With more rival EV makers set to turn on access to Tesla's network throughout the year, Musk axes the 500-person Supercharging team and renews his focus on autonomous driving. Elon Musk has fir...

https://au.pcmag.com/cars-auto/105039/after-winning-the-charging-wars-elon-musk-rewards-team-with-mass-layoffs

The 40 top productivity apps we've tested make your work and personal life easier to manage.

https://au.pcmag.com/productivity/92535/the-best-productivity-apps-for-2022

Looking for fun games to play on your iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro? Check out these handpicked favorites, from popular hits to niche gems.

https://au.pcmag.com/iphone-apps/85404/the-best-iphone-games-for-2021

Anthropic launches a free Claude iOS app, which lets users upload photos and sync with Claude AI chats on web browsers. But you'll have to pay to access its most powerful version. A year after ...

https://au.pcmag.com/ai/105038/anthropics-claude-ios-app-can-examine-your-iphone-photos

The professional social network is launching three puzzle-like games—Crossclimb, Pinpoint, and Queens—that users can play for free. LinkedIn is probably one of the last places you'd expect...

https://au.pcmag.com/games/105037/no-joke-linkedin-expands-into-games

An AI companion that needs more smarts The Rabbit R1 ($199) is a novel AI device that's meant to change the way we interact with the hardware we always carry with us—our phones . More to the...

https://au.pcmag.com/ai/105036/rabbit-r1

If you need to print from your iPhone or iPad, Apple's AirPrint utility is the easiest option. However, there are other ways to print from your mobile device. Dealing with printers is never fun...

https://au.pcmag.com/printers/29034/how-to-print-from-your-ipad

The algorithm changes will reward smaller creators and original content while downranking aggregators and profiles that exist only to post existing Instagram content. Instagram has apparently h...

https://au.pcmag.com/social-media/105035/instagram-goes-after-accounts-that-only-repost-other-peoples-content

A new firmware version for existing Starlink hardware references a 'mini1_prod1,' which means the hardware is 'production-ready,' according to a systems engineer in Ukraine. SpaceX has been qui...

https://au.pcmag.com/networking/105034/firmware-update-suggests-starlink-mini-dish-may-launch-soon

AMD, which makes chips for the PS5, Xbox, and Steam Deck, reports a 48% year-over-year drop in gaming revenue for Q1. It looks like consumers are holding off buying gaming consoles and graphics...

https://au.pcmag.com/gaming-1/105033/amd-gaming-demand-is-weak-going-to-get-worse

If you're looking for a simple and snappy way to charge your iPhone, MagSafe just clicks. Here's what you need to know about Apple's magnetic charging standard, along with the best ones you can b...

https://au.pcmag.com/mobile-phone-accessories/87795/the-best-magsafe-chargers-for-2021

Want to charge your iPhone more quickly? Check out our favorite fast iPhone chargers to top off your battery in a flash.

https://au.pcmag.com/mobile-phone-accessories/84070/the-best-fast-iphone-chargers-for-2020

Emails from 2019 between Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Bill Gates, and CTO Kevin Scott reveal anxieties that Microsoft couldn't 'easily replicate' Google's AI tech. Ignoring Google's AI efforts ...

https://au.pcmag.com/ai/105032/concern-about-scarily-good-google-ai-fueled-microsofts-openai-investments

Whether you use an armband or chest strap, add some smarts to your exercise and training routine with one of the top heart rate monitors we've tested. HOW ARE ELECTRIC AND OPTICAL HEART RATE MO...

https://au.pcmag.com/heart-rate-monitors/46910/the-best-heart-rate-monitors

The black and white variants of the camera are available for preorder now for $79.99. Three other color options will be available soon. Ring is adding a new indoor camera to its lineup that inc...

https://au.pcmag.com/home-security-cameras/105031/ring-pan-tilt-indoor-camera-gives-you-360-degrees-of-coverage

Starlink is already being illicitly used in Yemen. But a government official says Starlink use will soon be above board. SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service is looking to officially l...

https://au.pcmag.com/networking/105030/spacex-is-reportedly-finalizing-a-starlink-deal-in-yemen

Secure your home with these deals on high-tech security cameras with the latest smart features.

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Whether you're a traveling exec, a gamer, or a graphic designer, a portable second monitor can add an extra dimension to your work or play. We've tested most of the major models. Check out our to...

https://au.pcmag.com/monitors/65430/the-best-portable-monitors

Super-size, extra-wide monitors for productivity work, pro media editing, and gaming are transforming the desktop experience. Ready to go (really) big? Check out the top-performing sprawling disp...

https://au.pcmag.com/monitors/66351/the-best-ultrawide-monitors-for-2023