AMD identifies and solves cross-platform USB connectivity problem with an AGESA update
But it could be a while before the fix is available in a BIOS update
Electronics
Consumer electronics and gadgets that are simply too cool to be missed or are bound to be industry-changing.
Dust off your old Palm, someone just made a Twitter client for it
Teaching an old dog new tricks
Microsoft could reveal a new webcam alongside the Surface Laptop 4 at upcoming spring event
It may include a privacy cover and feature HDR support
Taiwan says its TSMC-led semiconductor industry has enough water until May
The country faces its worst drought in 56 years
Carl Pei's Nothing reveals the semi-transparent Concept 1
A precursor to its first product?
AMD says to follow Reddit's advice if you've got USB connectivity issues
But don't worry, they're working on a better solution
Samsung and Mastercard team up to create a payment card with a built-in fingerprint reader
Your next credit card might have a built-in fingerprint reader
Razer unveils its Anzu smart glasses featuring integrated speakers
Available now for $199
Samsung's Isocell 2.0 pushes mobile camera technology forward
Helping smaller pixels absorb more light
Qualcomm wants to improve wireless audio quality with Snapdragon Sound certification
The first two partners are Xiaomi and Audio-Technica
NASA's Mars Perseverance rover uses the same CPU as Apple's iMac from 1998
Ruggedness and reliability above all else
Microsoft moves a few steps backward before they can move the Internet of Things forward
AI appliances and improved connectivity for IoT
Glowing OLED tattoos could do more than look good
They have applications in medicine, sports, and food waste reduction
Alienware AW2721D 27" Gaming Monitor Review
The Alienware AW2721D is a high-end 27-inch 1440p monitor, giving us our first look at the combination of a 240Hz refresh rate and IPS technology at this resolution. Alienware are touting "true 1ms GTG response time" - we'll see about that.
Apple quietly added iPhone and MacBook repairability rankings to its French website
Samsung was also spotted complying with the new French law
The Framework Laptop is the latest attempt at a true modular laptop
You can even choose your ports when it starts shipping later this year
Target expands Apple partnership, will open mini shops inside stores
Target staff will be trained by Apple
AMD acknowledges USB connectivity issues on X570 and B550 motherboards
If you've experienced problems, AMD wants to hear about them
Apple has a MagSafe Battery Pack in the works, but technical issues stall its release
iOS thinks it's overheating when it's not, among other things
Amazon's Build It program gives early adopters a say in what products come to market
Amazon's version of Kickstarter is called Build It
Chrome OS is getting a built-in screen reader and accessibility improvements
Google wants to help students and teachers
PocketBook's 7.8-inch color e-reader is now available to buy
Featuring 2nd-gen Kaleido display technology
Class-action lawsuit filed against Sony over DualSense controller drift issues
By the same company going after Nintendo
Amazon may be developing a wall-mounted Echo device for the smart home
The Alexa-powered ecosystem is silently growing
The first product from Carl Pei's new startup will be wireless earbuds
Carl Pei wants to build an ecosystem of devices that can talk to each other