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32. And that’s a slow day. You’re probably wondering how I keep my sanity intact with that many tabs running in a single browser. After all, wouldn’t that render each of those tabs so tiny as to be hard to read? And isn’t that the very antithesis of using tabs? After all, the purpose of tabbed browsing is to help make your web browsing experience more efficient and organized. But when you work with a metaphorical metric ton of tabs, it’s hard to be efficient....

The open-source implementation of Java 17, OpenJDK 17, has also been rolled out. This is licensed under the Gnu Public License, version 2 (GPLv2). Oracle JDK 17 and future JDK releases, however, are provided under Oracle’s No-Fee Terms and Conditions (NFTC) license. This is a free-to-use license for Java 17. It remains in effect for a full year after the next LTS release. After that, Java 17 will be under the Oracle Technology Network License....

As with numerous laptop refreshes over the last few weeks, the new Toughbook 55 graduates to Intel’s latest 11th-generation Core processors, specifically the Core i5-1145G7 vPro and Core i7-1185G7 vPro. If you purchase a version with dual DIMM slots, you also upgrade to Intel’s latest Iris Xe integrated graphics instead of its UHD graphics. To complement the faster CPUs, Panasonic doubles the memory (16GB) and solid-state storage (512GB) on the base configuration from the previous version....

New Scientist explains: For consumer safety, the U.S. Food And Drug Administration specifies that leakage can’t exceed a power density of 5 milliwatts per square centimeter, at around 5 cm from the oven surface. Although a waveguide delivers the microwaves into the food chamber some still escape through the gap around the oven door and through the metal-meshed window. Now, Yoshihiro Kawahara at the University of Tokyo and colleagues have found a way to harness that escaped energy....

As more aspects of our lives become governed by web and mobile technology and software, the demand for coders has gone up. Python programmers are in particularly high demand due to the high popularity and versatility of Python in many areas of tech, including data analysis, web development, and software engineering. Experience with Python can serve as a gateway to a high-paying job as a developer, scientist, or engineer working in computer and IT services, marketing, or software development....

During the annual Qualcomm Snapdragon Tech Summit, on Tuesday, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said the “demand for mobile technology is very high across almost every industry.” “We as a company believe in the mission that we will have everyone and everything intelligently connected – and Snapdragon will play an important role,” Amon added. To pursue this mission, the latest Snapdragon platform focuses on performance, speed, and connectivity – with 5G now becoming a given in the range....

Priced at $1,500, the device – currently without an official name – was made in partnership with Asus, which provided the hardware design for the device. Specs-wise, the new device doesn’t have hardware specs that are markedly different from other Android flagship smartphones already released this year, coming with a 6.78-inch, 144Hz Samsung OLED panel, 512GB storage, 16GB RAM, rear fingerprint sensor, sub-6Ghz 5G capability, and Wi-Fi 6E. The battery will have 4,000mAh of power and comes with 65W charging....

The cloud communications firm’s non-GAAP net income per diluted share was 36 cents on revenue of $415 million, increasing 37% year-over-year. Analysts were expecting earnings of 33 cents per share on revenue of $393.46 million. The report sent the company’s stock surging more than 16% in after hours trading. “Third quarter results were outstanding, with accelerating growth driven by ramping contributions from our key partners and momentum from our upmarket customers,” said Shmunis....

But, until recently, Rode’s only presence in gaming was via gamers and streamers who realized pro-grade audio for other applications sounds just as great recording their Twitch streams. Rode wisely decided to exploit this fact with the launch of its gaming-focused sub-brand, Rode X. The new division aims to bring Rode’s audio fidelity and build quality to gamers, while eliminating much of the complexity and expense associated with professional equipment....

On the Marketing Cloud side, the new capabilities are meant to expand the Salesforce Customer Data Platform (CDP) to enable real-time engagement, audience segmentation and loyalty management. The Commerce Cloud updates introduce new data integrations, as well as improved order management and headless commerce capabilities. Specific updates include Salesforce CDP for Loyalty Management, as well as CDP integration with Interaction Studio, Salesforce’s real-time personalization engine. The company is also enabling Datorama reports for Marketing Cloud, WhatsApp and Snapchat integrations, and Distributed Order Management and Omnichannel Inventory for real-time order visibility....

In addition to these tracking specs, it uses a 13% larger battery, but if you run low on battery, you can expect to get eight hours of sleep tracking on eight minutes of charging. On the exterior, the display uses a 60% harder outer layer called a Sapphire Crystal Display to protect the hardware underneath the hood. In addition to the improved hardware, updates to the software include new apps like SoundCloud and Deezer and the One UI Watch4....

The new high-powered sensor, dubbed Isocell HP1, bests the top cameras available in today’s smartphones and sets a new record for its pixel tech to improve auto focus and low-light snaps. For low-light photography, the Samsung’s Isocell HP1 uses a pixel-binning technology that uses a two-by-two, four-by-four or full pixel layout depending on the environment, according to Samsung. SEE: The best Samsung phones: Which model should you buy? The Isocell HP1 can transform into a 12....

With the move, Samsung is taking the Fan Edition approach to tablets for the first time. Samsung started Fan Edition with its Galaxy smartphones in a move that aims to combine the most requested features in an affordable package. Samsung is expected to launch new foldable devices at its Unpacked event later this month. Indeed, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE will be available with 5G on Aug. 5 starting at $669 with Mystic Black and Metal Unibody colors....

Also: Putting off installing smart locks? Here’s why I’m glad I finally did The smart lever lock is the perfect addition for doors without a deadbolt; especially those behind which you’d appreciate the privacy and security a smart lock adds, like a home office or guest room. David Perozzi, general manager at Allegion Home, explained “We’re seeing a shift in how people are using their living spaces. Whether it’s converting a bedroom into a home office, or welcoming extended family into the home, consumers are asking for the convenience and security provided by the Schlage Encode deadbolt that can be used on doors that aren’t prepped for a deadbolt....

The remarks were made on Friday during a hearing held by the Community Affairs References Committee as part of its ongoing probe of Centrelink’s compliance program. Representatives from the agency responsible for the program that colloquially became known as robo-debt were asked if Excel spreadsheets, rather than computer systems, were being used to manually view debt files to determine and calculate refunds. “No, and yes – if I can put it in those terms,” Services Australia integrity strategy, engagement, and policy branch national manager Robert McKellar said....

She researches. She asks questions. She goes to see the products. Then, she goes away and thinks about it. Regular readers – what is wrong with you? – will know that my wife intended to upgrade from her Samsung Galaxy S20 to an S22. Because that’s what a lot of people do when they’re in the mood for a new phone. Upgrade to the latest version of the same thing....

Handelsblatt was the first to report on Monday that oil companies Oiltanking and Mabanaft, both owned by German logistics conglomerate Marquard & Bahls Group, had suffered a cyberattack that crippled their loading and unloading systems. Oiltanking had a throughput of 155 million tons in 2019, according to Handelsblatt. By Tuesday, Royal Dutch Shell said it was forced to reroute to different supply depots because of the issue. Oiltanking did not respond to requests for comment but confirmed the attack to The Stack and said they “have declared force majeure....

Local telco StarHub has been roped in to provide its 5G and IoT service offerings, the partners said in a joint statement. StarHub’s 5G standalone services and fully solar-powered outdoor Wi-Fi system already have been deployed within the NUS campus. During the two-year collaboration, they would look to tap the network to improve operational efficiencies in managing outdoor campus facilities management. Both would work to identify gaps and co-develop applications in smart campus facilities management, with live data to be pulled from sensors and consolidated for analysis....

Overall, operating revenue was up 3% to SG$7.65 billion for the half year to September 30, earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) was reported as SG$1.93 billion, up 1.3%, and net profit doubled to SG$954 million. A reduced amount of exceptional items against Airtel in India, which has seen a number of items raised in recent years as part of adjusted gross revenue charges from New Delhi, saw the items total recorded as SG$29 million compared to SG$371 million for the first half last year, and translated into the net profit boost....

The critical zero-day vulnerability in the Java logging library Apache Log4j enabled attackers to remotely execute code to gain access to devices and networks. And because the open-source software was embedded in a vast array of applications, services and enterprise software tools, it had the potential for widespread and long-term disruption. No wonder director of US cybersecurity and infrastructure agency CISA Jen Easterly described the vulnerability as “one of the most serious that I’ve seen in my entire career, if not the most serious”....