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  1. UK shows off NHS COVID-19 tracing app before launch

    Say goodbye to privacy with all of your contacts and movements stored on a central NHS database forever. Why not use a decentralised system like other countries?
    7 points
  2. Price is not too high... 400USD is not "too high".
    3 points
  3. UK shows off NHS COVID-19 tracing app before launch

    This is the UK. The capital of CCTV and the writer of 1984. "War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength" Now where did I leave my tinfoil?
    3 points
  4. UK shows off NHS COVID-19 tracing app before launch

    Hope you like your location and other data shared with GCHQ
    3 points
  5. Yeah that Cortana just goes from strength-to-strength, who wouldn't want to put any reliance on it https://i.postimg.cc/2y0fT5t1/1.png
    3 points
  6. In under 2 years, Microsoft designed and built a full OS and new platform based on theoretical designs and technologies, that was so advanced, it defied terminology at the time, and so extensible it is still at the heart of Windows and Azure to this day. The last few years at Microsoft are flat out embarrassing in comparison. Let that sink in, creating new OS and kernel technologies from scratch, designing the models, the platform, and coding them - all in under 3 years from start to release. Even the inside info I get, is almost worthless, as things change and even regress in the blink of an eye. ​​​​​​So many massive changes and work discarded due to whims of idiots, and a lack of focus on the UI and UX is really sad. The only 'teams' that seem to have a clue are the kernel team (Cutler, Russsinovich, etc) and the DirectX/Graphics/ML/AI teams. The upcoming May release's (2003) kernel changes have nearly a full 20% CPU improvement, and the GPU/Gaming/Graphics improvements are also 10-20% faster with new next generation features that are beyond impressive. The other Windows teams (UI/Apps/etc) under Panay have updated ######ing icons, and mangled more things than they have added. Even Core and development technologies, like the frameworks and the promised WinUI update has stagnated because of the continuing changes from Panay's idiots. Panay is a freaking marketing person, and should NOT be involved, let alone in charge of an OS or platform technology.) /rant off
    3 points
  7. Managing what Cortana devices? Are there any left?
    3 points
  8. I'm assuming on murder boats.
    3 points
  9. How to bypass Windows10 build version checking?

    1607 is quite old now and support should be expiring soon if not already. Have you tried newer builds? 1909 is quite stable and has a few nice quality of life improvements since then too. You could always install to another partition or another drive to test out to see if it's stable enough for your needs so you don't disturb your current install. I'm running 2004 Release Preview on my tower at home and it also seems perfectly stable to me just for the record 🙂
    3 points
  10. This is A M A Z I N G
    2 points
  11. Dude makes an app, sells the app to Microsoft, leaves the team, remakes the app. What a legend.
    2 points
  12. ‘Murder Hornets’ in the U.S.: The Rush to Stop the Asian Giant Hornet

    The only thing "wee" about these beasties, is the stuff dribbling down my leg...
    2 points
  13. Intel acquires transit startup Moovit for $900 million

    Buy it!
    2 points
  14. Intel acquires transit startup Moovit for $900 million

    I'll bite. MOOVIT!
    2 points
  15. A Blonde joke

    An attractive blonde from Cork, Ireland arrived at a casino in Australia. She seemed a little intoxicated and bet $25,000 on a single roll of the dice. She said “I hope you don’t mind but I feel much luckier when I’m completely nude” With that, she stripped from the neck down, rolled the dice and with an Irish brogue yelled “Come on baby, mama needs new clothes!” As the dice came to a stop she yelled “YES! YES!, I WON! I WON!” She hugged each of the dealers and then picked up her winnings and her clothes and quickly departed. The dealers stared at each other dumbfounded. Finally one of them asked “What did she roll?” The other answered “I don’t know, I thought you were watching”
    2 points
  16. Windows 8.1 Installation Problem

    If you want an unsecure computer, sure. At least 8.1 has extended support until 2023...
    2 points
  17. UK shows off NHS COVID-19 tracing app before launch

    Not touching that with a bargepole. I would rather isolate longer than be opened up and use this app.
    2 points
  18. How to use Canon DSLR camera as a webcam with your PC

    Part of the idea is that if you don't have a webcam available, which many don't, few may happen a DSLR sitting around that can be used in it's place. Webcams are hard to come by right now. And they're not inexpensive in a time period where money is tight for people. This isn't just about quality, it's about an alternative way to gain access to streaming over the web. Or did you somehow miss the fact we're in a pandemic and many people are stuck at home right now? A DSLR would be cumbersome as it is pretty large, so you need a tripod and while some of these people may have a tripod, you still have to find a good place to put it. I can get a webcam, plenty on Amazon, well in the UK there is and even in a store locally that does click and collect, granted they are in limited supply, saying that I understand it will not be the same in other countries. I do not think I would like to use my DSLR for a webcam. It’s a “silly idea” because you don’t think you’d want to use it? Ive been using a DSLR as part of my streaming solution for months, the quality is well above anything a webcam is capable for. Is it overkill? Sure. But that’s the users choice. With much of the worlds workforce’s working from home, the supply chains dry for items such as webcams - I applaud Canon for reacting with this solution. Or is it that Canon are trying to sell more of their cameras? With support for older cameras on the list, that's an overly cynical stance that holds little water. And even if they were - so what? Is a company selling more of their products a "silly idea"? Be upfront: You made a daft comment based around you not wanting to use this or not comprehending it, and you are now inventing further arguments rather than just syaing "Yeah, fair play - I'm not the audience here".
    2 points
  19. How to bypass Windows10 build version checking?

    OP, even if you bypassed the check, it wouldn't run. Paint 3D was created for Windows 10 ver. 1703 and requires assemblies from that version to work.
    2 points
  20. How to bypass Windows10 build version checking?

    As explained above, those checks are there for a reason, even if you bypass them you will face more problems later. Just upgrade, it is free, and no, the version you are running is not better than recent versions.
    2 points
  21. How to bypass Windows10 build version checking?

    Not possible. The package was build with a minimum version for a reason and running that old a version of Windows likely does not include assemblies that the app requires. I think you choice is to upgrade to a newer version of Win 10 or find another app to do what you are looking to do.
    2 points
  22. They figured out how to make things go faster without mixing things up
    1 point
  23. Will this end up just like the Surface RT?
    1 point
  24. Apple's virtual WWDC will be held starting on June 22

    I seriously doubt it.
    1 point
  25. MSI introduces new desktops with 10th-generation Intel processors

    AMD is best bang for your buck (and performance), hands down. LOL, thanks for the humor! Why are you acting like it is a joke? Because it certainly is not.
    1 point
  26. How to bypass Windows10 build version checking?

    Look, you have two choices Upgrade to a newer version of Windows 10 that is compatible with Paint 3D Find another tool That's it. You don't have to like those choices but they are what they are.
    1 point
  27. Intel acquires transit startup Moovit for $900 million

    I like to moovit moovit! I like to moovit moovit! I like to moovit moovit! Intel's likes to?
    1 point
  28. There will be ways to do it, I'm sure, but it's not sounding like it will be a straight forward install like now. More of flashing the OS onto your device, like Android or iOS on your phone/tablet for example. Who knows what happens in the future but it seems like they've made it specific to a set of hardware. I've seen posts saying it doesn't support AMD chips, or ARM. Is this installation restriction/process permanent or just a preliminary development type thing? I think (and this is just a guess) is that it will be permanent. From what I've gathered from various tech blogs is that 10X is still Windows 10 at its core, but will dump a lot of 10's baggage. That could include legacy driver support. Microsoft probably wants to avoid putting 10X out in the wild, then having users complain after they install it and their wifi stops working, or internal gpu goes wonky, etc. I'm assuming it'll also have secured UEFI requirements beyond what 10 needs. I think they're going to open it up to devs to test but they'll actually pre-install it on a device. Build is coming up so I expect to hear details there but as it stands they've limited it to specific hardware so it works with all the container tech that's running on it. So I think for sure it's got a narrow list of intel chips it supports.
    1 point
  29. Intel acquires transit startup Moovit for $900 million

    How do you know they aren’t spending money on that? He didn't say that they aren't spending money on it. They are, however, not spending those $900 millions on it.
    1 point
  30. Windows 10 is Windows 10. Much of its core will not be changed anymore. It's a modern version of Windows that has legacy code. Don't expect for big changes to come on it. I think you need to focus on Windows 10X, which is basically Windows 10 without the legacy code. This will be the future of Windows, and will enable the next generation of devices for the next 10 to 20 years. It has 30 years worth of legacy code stripped in it, full Win32 app emulation, a new File Explorer, and many more. Panos leading Windows at a time like this is a perfect fit. He proved himself with the Surface line of devices and I'm sure that he will bring that same kind of energy and innovation to the software side. He has big dreams and plans for the platform. Let's hope that he will be successful in his new role.
    1 point
  31. The OpenGL wrapping layers are different from OpenGL support for games/apps. The wrapper technologies are a way forward to provide faster OpenGL by using lower level DX12 technologies - mapping them down to DX12 for developers. (This will help, by moving projects away from OpenGL and to DX12 and Vulkan easier.) OpenGL on Windows ARM for games/software is just like x64/x86 and fully available, but it depends on driver support from the GPU makers. Essentially - Scream at AMD/Intel/NVidia if you need a newer version of OpenGL than they are providing in their drivers.
    1 point
  32. OnePlus 8 review: Thinner, lighter, and prettier than the Pro

    This phone looks nice (although I prefer the less flashy, less fingerprinty Pro) and has a great screen. I agree that full HD is plenty of res, and 90K is probably the sweet spot for smooth performance and battery life. That said, this phone is overpriced, even at $699. No wireless charging, no zoom lens, no always-on-display (yet), some fairly serious bugs in night mode, and really below average camera performance based on your gallery. Maybe at $400 it would be a more convincing offer, but you are way better off buying another brand's last year's flagship for $700--or even less, if you look around for a deal.
    1 point
  33. well we all know Apple doesn't get viruses so...
    1 point
  34. Pendrive is not showing contents

    That isn't a "screenshot" bro. That's taking a picture of your monitor with your phone/camera... I can't see that error. But besides that, did you try different USB ports? Did you try it on a different PC? Pendrives don't last forever, bro...
    1 point
  35. How much in US dollars? 39959 and we still are not at the top configuration?? Once he figures out the price conversion of...whatever that was, someone should let him in on the fact that similar specs on laptop vs desktop, desktop will be noticeably faster.
    1 point
  36. UK: Vodafone launches IoT thermal camera to fight COVID-19

    "The new device is available to businesses at a cost of £20,532 (excluding VAT)" HAHAHAHAHAHA. You can get a FLIR for far cheaper than that, and a FLIR will connect directly to a PC, you don't then have to pay for sodding celluar data on top of that. This really is a canidate for #internetofshit top place 2020.
    1 point
  37. Last I heard, 10X will not be available for installation on existing devices. That's a bummer because I would love to try 10X on my Surface. In time, I could see all (well most of) consumer PCs moving to 10X with legacy 10 being reserved for business devices. From what I've seen of 10X, it looks like an OS of the future. While I like Windows 10 more than other operating systems, it still feels dated in parts and modern in others.
    1 point
  38. Should I upgrade my Ryzen 3 1200 CPU?

    This is an older thread at this point, but following up as I did just finally upgrade my CPU. Though I was initially targeting the 2600 back in Dec, I pulled the trigger on the 3600, and it was well worth it. Performance has increased dramatically. GTA5 for instance used to pin my 1200 at 100%, but now with the 3600, it runs an average of 25%.
    1 point
  39. How to bypass Windows10 build version checking?

    My word, I hate their numbering system. I spent a brief moment thinking, "what?! Was Windows 10 even a concept in 2004?!"
    1 point
  40. How to use Canon DSLR camera as a webcam with your PC

    it works on my unsupported camera (6d). Trouble is, we sit a lot closer to our webcams than the camera normally is - even at the same framing, the picture is so clear and detailed, now I have even more webcam anxiety!
    1 point
  41. I use to use it, but I hated how it handles pressing a phone number in a text message. It brought up little buttons above the number that you had to press to dial the number. In comparison, Textra, you tap the number and BAM you are taken to the dial screen with the number.
    1 point
  42. So do M.2 ports yet MS still uses NVMe SSDs. Yeah. And so does the CPU, the graphics card, etc. However, those are internal to the machine, and not even interchangeable in an embedded setup like in the Surface without cumbersome soldering. And that's the whole point. It's not the direct connection to the PCIe that makes something a security risk per se, but the ability to connect a device to the PCIe bus that's not part of a trusted hardware setup. Like, you know, the fact alone that your bank account can be accessed is not a security risk per se, but it is if not only you, but also strangers can do that too. Get it now? They should get rid of USB too using that logic.
    1 point
  43. China Mobile and Huawei bring 5G to Mount Everest

    Nice post, but the pic could be of real Mt. Everest instead of Mt. Amadablam.
    1 point
  44. Motorola Edge+ review: Hello Moto, welcome back

    Gotta be honest. Internals aside, it looks like just another smartphone with just another punch hole front camera and just another big bump rear camera. And that's a really bland, unflattering home screen in those shots, bruh. When did the Android aesthetic start looking worse than a Vista/KDE desktop mishmash of blah widgets and awkwardly spaced icons? Knowing it's a carrier exclusive means I wouldn't envy someone with this phone -- I'd pity them for being a Verizon customer.
    1 point
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  46. I love me some Num Pad.
    1 point
  47. Luna Silver was my jam! If there's a silver version I might use that as a main theme. lol
    1 point
  48. Epic Games makes Fortnite available for download on the Google Play Store

    why? apple does exactly the same thing except you cant sideload unless you know what your doing you want to use a platform you have to pay for it
    1 point
  49. Add a link to http://www.stardock.com/products/curtains
    1 point
  50. Awesome, let's get rid of crappy Windows 10 UI.
    1 point