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Trump administration exempts phones, computers, CPUs, memory, and chipmaking tools from sweeping tariffs

The exemptions cover $390 billion in yearly US imports
Why it matters: The Trump administration has granted a reprieve to global technology manufacturers by exempting smartphones, laptops, CPUs, memory chips, and electronics to make semiconductors from its sweeping tariffs on imports – a move that could ease pressure on companies like Apple and Nvidia while offering relief to consumers.
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Save $200 on Apple's latest 14" MacBook Pro M4

Amazon is currently offering the Apple MacBook Pro M4 (10-core CPU, 10-core GPU), 14.2" ProMotion 120Hz display, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD for $1,399 with free shipping. This is $200 below Apple's retail price and includes the same warranty. It's a solidly built and well-spec'ed laptop for a good price.
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The first Nvidia RTX 5090 laptop benchmarks have emerged

Around 11% faster than the RTX 4090, but up to 40% ahead of the 3080 Ti
Highly anticipated: Nvidia's RTX 50 series laptops go on sale in a few days, and the first reviews of the company's new flagship mobile GPU are now online. Although the laptop RTX 5090 closely resembles its predecessor in some tests, a more complete picture will likely emerge once a wider range of notebook models featuring the graphics card become available.
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E-waste or Linux? Charities face tough choices as Windows 10 support ends

In a nutshell: As Microsoft prepares to end free security updates for Windows 10 in October, a significant challenge looms for charities that refurbish and distribute older computers to those in need. With an estimated 240 million PCs unable to meet the stringent hardware requirements for Windows 11, these organizations face a difficult decision: provide potentially insecure Windows 10 systems, send them to e-waste recyclers, or explore alternative operating systems like Linux.