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DNS over QUIC becomes proposed standard Why it is good news for your privacy TechRadar

DNS over QUIC becomes proposed standard Why it is good news for your privacy TechRadar

DNS-over-QUIC becomes proposed standard Why it is good news for your privacy TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. DNS-over-QUIC becomes proposed standard Why it is good news for your privacy By Andrey Meshkov published 1 July 2022 Better equipped to meet the challenges of the digital age (Image credit: Shutterstock) DNS-over-QUIC, abbreviated as DoQ, became a proposed standard last month. It did so without much fanfare, but it is an occasion worth celebrating.About the author Andrey Meshkov is co-founder and CTO of Adguard (opens in new tab). (Image credit: Adguard) In mid-May, DoQ was published as an RFC (Request for Comments, a document that describes online protocols, methods, programs, or research applicable to the Internet), was assigned the number 9250 and since then has been treated as a proposed standard. The protocol has been five years in the making, and it won't become a full-fledged Internet standard overnight. However, the industry has sufficiently warmed up to DoQ to start implementing it already, because it is much superior to the existing try-and-trusted protocols.  Without going into technicalities right from the get-go, let's say that DoQ, thanks to it being a relatively new kid on the block, is far better equipped to meet the challenges of the digital age. Whereas previous transport layer network protocols did a stellar job of transmitting data in near-perfect conditions of stable broadband connection, they came up short once you ushered into the wilderness of 4G, LTE, and mobile data. DNS Before we delve into the intricacies of QUIC, and, consequently, DoQ, let's brush up on our knowledge on how the internet works, starting with DNS. DNS (opens in new tab) or the Domain Name System is the "address book" or the dictionary of the internet. Machines don't understand human readable domain names, e.g yahoo.com, so they have to send a special request to a DNS resolver to translate the human gobbledegook into a machine readable IP address (opens in new tab) for them.  In a nutshell: it's a DNS resolver that facilitates human-machine interaction by converting a domain name that you type in a search bar to an IP address and by sending it back to your device. Before QUIC QUIC did not appear out of the blue, rather the shortcomings of its predecessors paved the way for its creation. TCP transport layer protocol has been predominantly used on the web over the last years and even decades. Other protocols - SSL, TLS and HTTP - were running on top of it.  TCP does its job well, but for several drawbacks, and head-of-line blocking (HOL blocking) is one of them.  The problem with TCP is that packets of data are transmitted in batches. When your browser sends a bunch of packets to request a connection, the server responds with a bunch of packets of its own, acknowledging the receipt. These packets are batched together in a specific order. More recent packets of data cannot be processed until the older ones are. (Image credit: Adguard) That means that if one of the response packets gets lost because of the weak connection, the rest of them will have to wait in line until the lost packet is re-sent, hoping that it gets through this time. This can slow the traffic speed down significantly,  and as the demand for uninterrupted Internet connectivity across different networks grew, so did the need for a new, faster and more reliable solution. That's when QUIC entered the scene. QUIC QUIC is a transport layer network protocol built on top of UDP, which transmits packets of data between servers or between a server and a client. It lives up to its name by doing things quicker than its established analogues. First and foremost, it is due to the fact that QUIC provides security features, like encryption (opens in new tab) and authentication, from the transport protocol itself. These features are typically performed by a higher-level protocol, such as TLS. A typical handshake you get consists of two round-trips: first, a TCP connection is established and then the TLS layer encrypts the connection. With QUIC the number of round-trips is reduced to one.  (Image credit: Adguard) Second, unlike its predecessors that handle requests on a per-queue basis, QUIC implementation allows data to be processed without any specific order. If, say, your internet connection is glitchy and the first data packet is lost due to a poor signal, the remaining packets will be processed without delay.  Thus, the first data packet won't be holding up the queue - and the issue of head-of-line blocking will be eliminated. (Image credit: Adguard) QUIC also solves the problem inherent to the extremely fast pace of life. We are constantly on the move and on the internet: in the morning we connect to the home router to scan the latest news, once we leave the house to go to work our phone switches from Wi-Fi to 4G and has to reconnect to the website and DNS servers (opens in new tab), and when we finally reach office, our smartphone (opens in new tab) has to connect to the office Wi-Fi.  Older protocols could barely jump through all these hoops and hurdles, but QUIC can. When QUIC is in use, your phone will survive switching from one IP address to another, an event that's called "Connection Migration", without inconveniencing you as a user.  We must note that nobody has implemented "Connection Migration" yet, but judging by how it is described in the standard, we expect someone to take on the challenge of becoming a trailblazer, sooner or later. Why DNS-over-QUIC is the future In short, DNS-over-QUIC is a DNS protocol that uses the QUIC transport layer protocol to transmit DNS requests. Its goal is to provide maximum privacy (opens in new tab) with the minimum latency.  With DNS-over-QUIC implemented, the connection is established much faster than with DNS-over-TLS(DoT). In addition to better speed and a lesser packet loss rate, QUIC also offers more encryption options. This allows DoQ to compare favorably with DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH).  Since DoH was not originally designed as a transport layer protocol, it does not offer robust privacy protections. Using HTTP to transfer DNS requests leads to HTTP cookies, other HTTP headers (Authentication, User-Agent, Accept-Language) that convey specific information about the user, giving malefactors more opportunities for tracking and fingerprinting.  These issues could be dealt with on the client side at the DoH level, but it's virtually impossible to have a custom solution for all the clients, that include browsers (opens in new tab), operating systems and all kinds of software. So while DoH will also be able to support QUIC at one point thanks to the future deployment of HTTP/3 protocol, the future is still to come and the flaws inherent to its design will continue to haunt it.  Moreover, compared to the earlier versions of the draft, the final version allows for DoQ to be used not only for recursive DNS servers, but also for authoritative ones. Authoritative DNS servers provide recursive DNS servers with answers about where to find a particular website (opens in new tab). Remember that dictionary or the address book of the internet analogy?  Authoritative DNS servers have the dictionary in their possession, while recursive DNS servers ask authoritative servers to have a look before sending (the information to the computer that requested it. Thus, the implementation of DoQ will make it possible to encrypt not only the traffic from the client (your computer or phone) to the recursive server, but also all DNS traffic in general. DoQ deployments so far DoQ hasn't been around that long, and it makes sense that so far only a few DNS resolvers have begun implementing and deploying it.1,217 DoQ-verified resolvers as of late January, noting a steady growth of their number since last year. According to the paper, nearly half (45.19%) of the DoQ-verified resolvers are operated in Asia, while the EU accounts for just over 32% and North America for 17.8% of the total number.  AdGuard DNS became the first public resolver to support the new DoQ protocol in December 2020. It now offers DoQ support on its Android and iOS mobile apps, as well as on all of its Windows and Mac desktop apps. Additionally, AdGuard clients can set up their own DoQ server with AdGuard Home, a network-wide open source software for blocking ads and trackers in home networks.   Another resolver that has been already using DoQ in production systems is nextDNS. As of January this year, nextDNS operated 199 DoQ-verified resolvers spread across 6 continents and 66 countries.  There have also been several implementations of DoQ: Quicdoc, written in C and based on Picoquic; aioquic, library for the QUIC network protocol in Python, and Flamethrower, a DNS tool for functional testing written in C++. AdGuard also offers DoQ support for its DNS proxy, DNS library and a DNS lookup tool. Put your website online with the best web hosting. Andrey MeshkovAndrey Meshkov is co-founder and CTO of Adguard. Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. 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Guide Dogs and iPads come together in new accessibility push TechRadar

Guide Dogs and iPads come together in new accessibility push TechRadar

Guide Dogs and iPads come together in new accessibility push TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Guide Dogs and iPads come together in new accessibility push By Daryl Baxter published 1 July 2022 Opinion: Another encouraging step (Image credit: TechRadar) Audio player loading… Guide Dogs UK is launching its Tech For All service thanks to a pilot scheme in 2021, which it says will enable the charity to provide up to 2,500 iPads to visually impaired children to take advantage of Apple's accessibility features found in iPadOS so far. The charity rolled out a scheme in 2021 where around 5,000 iPhone and iPad devices were given to children aged between three and eighteen with visual impairments, which turned out to be a great success for all involved. While iPadOS 16 brings new accessibility features (opens in new tab) such as door detection and Live Captions in FaceTime between an iPad, Mac, and iPhone, the charity had been won over by the features currently offered during this pilot scheme. Emma Foulds, Director of Marketing and Strategy at Guide Dogs, explained: "We know from our research how important access to technology is and Tech for All is designed to empower children with sight loss with the tools they need to be more engaged, confident, and keep pace with peers." Guide Dogs is currently rolling out the Tech For All scheme by offering applications to more children with visual impairments who could own an iPad as well, which can be accessed through this link (opens in new tab). Analysis Let s see more of these schemes When it comes to software, accessibility is everywhere and nowhere at the same time. It can be invisible to many, but obvious to others, and companies such as Apple and Microsoft are making sure that anyone can use smart devices as well as everyone else. In gaming, there are discussions as to how text should be displayed in menus and speech bubbles, for example. In iOS (opens in new tab) and Android (opens in new tab), there's been a big push in recent years on how different areas of software could work for users with impairments, regardless of that being motor, visual, audio, or otherwise. The pilot scheme by Guide Dogs (opens in new tab) showed that a child's confidence can grow once accessibility is included and, most importantly, acknowledged. The findings revealed that after just four months with an iPhone or iPad, a child's reported autonomy increased on average by 18%, alongside engagement by 13% and sociability by 5%. When it comes down to it, it's the confidence that will appeal to children here, and it will be interesting to see if other charities can take advantage of the accessibility features that are available on the devices we use every day. They're there to help those in need, to use the features that most of us use regularly without a second thought. However, it's an encouraging scheme that's going to help more children, and with the upcoming accessibility features coming towards the end of 2022 with iPadOS 16 and Apple's other software updates, many children are going to benefit even more once these updates arrive. Daryl BaxterSoftware & Downloads WriterDaryl had been freelancing for 3 years before joining TechRadar, now reporting on everything software-related. In his spare time he's written a book, 'The Making of Tomb Raider', alongside podcasting and usually found playing games old and new on his PC and MacBook Pro. If you have a story about an updated app, one that's about to launch, or just anything Software-related, drop him a line. See more Software news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1You may not have to sell a body part to afford the Nvidia RTX 4090 after all2One of the world's most popular programming languages is coming to Linux3The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me4Apple October launches: the new devices we might see this month5Google's AI editing tricks are making Photoshop irrelevant for most people1We finally know what 'Wi-Fi' stands for - and it's not what you think2Best laptops for designers and coders 3Miofive 4K Dash Cam review4Logitech's latest webcam and headset want to relieve your work day frustrations5Best offers on Laptops for Education – this festive season

Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix 2 can now get this ace Forerunner 955 feature TechRadar

Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix 2 can now get this ace Forerunner 955 feature TechRadar

Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix 2 can now get this ace Forerunner 955 feature TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix 2 can now get this ace Forerunner 955 feature By Matt Evans last updated 1 July 2022 Training Readiness is coming to Fenix and Epix watches (Image credit: Matt Evans) Audio player loading… Garmin is rolling out an update that would see the Training Readiness score from the new Garmin Forerunner 955 come to Garmin Fenix 7 and Garmin Epix 2 watches. Other features from the Forerunner 955 and Garmin Edge 1040 bike computers are also bundled in as part of the update, bringing the best Garmin watches in line with its latest technology.  The update, still in Garmin's Public Alpha software distribution program, has begun rolling out this week as reported by DC Rainmaker (opens in new tab).  The Training Readiness score was one of the most exciting features on the 955. It looks at several different factors including your sleep quality, your last workout, and your heart rate variability - a metric that examines discrepancies in your heart rate while inactive - and packages it up into a single score.  A high score tells you you're ready for a serious sweat session, while a low score is an indicator that you won't be performing at your best, and to keep it light. Other fitness ecosystems have done similar things before, such as Fitbit's Daily Readiness score, but Garmin's stellar track record in heart rate monitoring means this is a feature long in the making, and the dev team has taken their time getting this right.  Previously, the feature was exclusive to the Garmin Forerunner 955, but now Fenix 7 and Epix 2 owners will be able to access the feature once your watch's firmware has been updated.  Other features coming to the Fenix and Epix watches include the Edge 1040 bike computer's new Cycling Ability feature, which can analyze your performance on different kinds of rides and tell you your strengths and weaknesses. The Fenix 7 and Epix 2 are also getting new Race Day features, a Stocks widget (for all three of you who want to check your holdings mid-run), Virtual Caddie support for golfers and fixes to a host of existing issues.  The full list can be found on the Garmin website (opens in new tab), but a new "what's new" screen debuting as part of the update can also talk you through your watch's changes.  How do I get the update Unlike most updates, you won't be getting this automatically while syncing with your phone as it's still in Public Alpha: for now, you'll need to go to the trouble of loading the latest update manually. The Garmin website has four links to download the software in zip file format, each one corresponding to a different watch: the Epix (Gen 2), the Fenix 7, 7X and 7S (opens in new tab). Once downloaded, you'll be able to connect your watch to your computer, open the downloaded zip file and move the software over to your watch, as you do when storing music files.  Garmin's Public Alpha software does have bugs, and it relies on users to go and test those features and report on any bugs they find. The guide to reporting a bug can be found here (opens in new tab). You don't have to opt-in to the beta program in Garmin Connect to do so - you can check out our guide to how to use Garmin Connect here - but if you'd rather wait for the software, you can do this and the feature will (eventually) make its way to your watch on its own.   Matt EvansFitness & Wellbeing EditorWith a Master's Degree in journalism from Cardiff University, Matt started his digital journalism career at Men's Health and stayed on for over two years, where he earned his stripes in health and fitness reporting. Since then, his byline has appeared in a wide variety of publications and sites including Runner's World, Women's Health, Men's Fitness, LiveScience and Fit&Well on everything from exercise, to nutrition, to mental health, alongside covering extreme sports for Red Bull.  Stretching is Matt's top fitness tip. He originally discovered exercise through martial arts, holding a black belt in Karate, and trained for many years in kickboxing. During COVID he also fell in love with yoga, as it combined martial-arts style stretching with a bit of personal space. When he's not training or writing about health and fitness, he can be found reading doorstop-thick fantasy books with lots of fictional maps in them. See more Health & Fitness news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. 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Jabra Hybrid Working in a Box review TechRadar

Jabra Hybrid Working in a Box review TechRadar

Jabra Hybrid Working in a Box review TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Jabra Hybrid Working in a Box review Dynamic duo of home working hardware By Mark Pickavance last updated 4 July 2022 (Image: © GN Group) TechRadar Verdict Despite being utterly confused by this Jabra marketing exercise, the products inside the box are genuinely useful for those working from or away from home. These aren't cheap devices, but they're made to last and provide good service. TODAY'S BEST DEALSCheck Amazon (opens in new tab) Pros + Elegant construction+ Desirable specs+ Built for purpose Cons - No retail combo box option- Expensive parts For those who have seen the term 'Hybrid working' banded around and aren't familiar with what it is. We should explain that it's a marketing term designed to help senior people cope with the changes in working practices that the global pandemic accelerated. Historically, it was only the most senior executives that got the option to work from home, and now companies are forced to come up with alternative methods to make them feel special. While offering the potential of a better life-work balance for many, working from home isn't without a few technical caveats. Danish audio specialists Jabra have designed some equipment specifically to address those. Where things become confusing for this reviewer was that the equipment arrived in a box marked labelled 'Jabra Hybrid working in a Box'. It seemed an obvious trick to sell more items by packaging them in a way that they could be sent to a home-based employee and contain all the things that they might need. Except the 'Jabra Hybrid working in a Box' was merely a marketing exercise, something Jabra failed to explain to those reviewers who received the box. What we have here is two useful devices for working from home or on the road, and we'll ignore the overblown presentation since it's not anything you can buy. Price and availability Jabra sent us two of its most popular devices in a box that retail customers can't buy. These are the Jabra PanaCast 20, an intelligent AI-enabled webcam, and the equally impressive Jabra Speak 750 speakerphone. It is possible to buy these items separately, and they cost £306 ($329) for the PanaCast 20 and £337 ($362) for the Speak 750. That makes for a grand total of £643 inc. VAT in the UK and $691 in the USA. Jabra also offers a few accessories for these items, including extra Bluetooth adapters, a secure mount for the Speak 750, and a Kensington Lock Adaptor. These are very inexpensive when compared with the camera and speakerphone.The best noise cancelling headphones (opens in new tab) of 2022 Image Credit: Future (Image credit: Mark Pickavance) Jabra PanaCast 20 At the height of the pandemic, webcam prices soared as those brands that made them failed to handle the level of demand. Thankfully those days are behind us, but there is still a strong demand for good cameras that don't make the user look odd or excessively blurred. Fashion from a solid billet of aluminium, the PanaCast 20 feels a remarkably substantial piece of equipment that is likely to cope with a few knocks. The lozenge shape has a folding foot on the underside that allows it to be either placed on a desktop or hooked over the top of a monitor. The underside of this foot also offers a threaded hole (3/8-16 UNC spec) so that it can be placed on a tripod, even if one it's included in the box. At the rear is a USB-C port for connecting it to a computer, and a USB-A to USB-C cable is included. Our only issue with this part of the PanaCast 20 is that the port on the camera is on the underside, and the cable included hasn't sufficient room to bend if it is used on a desk. Therefore, if you intend to use it on a desktop, you will need to buy a small tripod to provide the cable clearance. A better-considered feature is a privacy cover that is easily slid from the left to cover the lens completely. It's easy to operate, and the cover is thick enough that light will not travel through it. To avoid you forgetting to deploy this feature, a small but bright LED appears above the lens when the unit is active. The camera uses a 13MP, 1/3.2-inch sensor coupled to a lens f/2.25 lens providing a 117-degree field of view. That's enough sensor pixels for 4K, although depending on the conferencing software used, you might get less than that in operation.The best over-ear headphones money can buy Image Credit: Future (Image credit: Mark Pickavance) Jabra has a utility, Jabra Direct, which enables the owner to keep the device upgraded to the latest firmware and software, in addition to pairing any Bluetooth devices. This software is worth downloading as on this camera, as with it, you can tweak the brightness, contrast, field of view, saturation, sharpness and use HDR. And, you can also toggle the AI mode. That last feature is either a godsend or an annoyance depending on what you are trying to do, so the ability to disable it could be critical. It uses image and sound analysis to focus on the person speaking and then smoothly moves to a different shot should the speaker change or physically move. The only downsides to this are that it can become somewhat like watching a tennis match if the two people speaking are at opposite ends of the table, and when it zooms into a person, it selectively crops the 4K image. Depending on how many people are in the shot, this could result in lower resolution. Jabra's implementation is better than most, but even the best AI can become confused by humans and the unpredictable things they do, and the motion between shots isn't always smooth. The weakness of this device is undoubtedly the microphone which tends to blur the audio and pick up background sounds. Thankfully if you have the second item in the box (the one you can't buy), you don't need to worry about that, as it will be handling the sound side of this equation. (Image credit: Mark Pickavance) Jabra Speak 750 The Robin to the Batman of this dynamic duo is the Jabra Speak 750, a conference speaker. At approximately 13cm across, the Speak 750 was designed to sit either in the middle of a meeting table or, using a kickstand on the underside, sit on the user's desk. Wrapped, snake-like around the speaker is a USB cable for connection and charging, and Jabra has also included a Jabra Link 370 Bluetooth dongle kept in a recess under the speaker. Having both the cable and the dongle covers using either technology or both. The USB connection also doubles to charge the device, as it can run off internal battery power for up to 11 hours. Our only reservation is how the cabling is implemented. As the USB cable is hard-wired to the Speak 750, and should it get damaged, it can't be replaced. While it does have the advantage that the cable can't be misplaced, having such an expensive item become junk because a $0.50 part of it gets broken seems remarkably silly. And, it doesn't consider a future where USB-A will be in decline and USB-C is the new norm. One nice design choice is the ring of LEDs around the circumference of the speaker that have multiple uses. If you touch the battery symbol, they show you its level, but these are reused for volume level cleverly. The only issue with these control buttons and feedback LEDs is that they're only fully visible looking down directly on the speaker and are more difficult to see from the side.  Image Credit: Future (Image credit: Mark Pickavance) Where this device shows cleaner thinking is with the clarity of the microphones and how the output from the speaker is protected from any cross-talk. The Speak 750 picks up voices at good range and delivers that to the other end of the conference call effectively. Like the Jabra PanaCast 20, the Speak 750 adheres to the UC compatibility model, making it globally useful with all Unified Communications platforms. It is also possible to pre-programme the custom button on the speaker to use Google Assistant, Siri or even speed-dial a mobile phone. Softphone functionality allows the unit to be configured with Microsoft Teams or Zoom as the preferred method. This functionality, like so much here, is designed to make the Speak 750 quick to set up and ready for use in the shortest possible time. That fits well with the battery power options, making it perfect for salespeople on a road trip or working in remote locations. Image Credit: Future (Image credit: GN Group) Final verdict Glossing over the box of useful equipment that's just marketing, the two items contained inside are very useful bought alone or together, as they're both decent solutions. Neither of them is cheap, and more affordable options are available, but they're both very well made and built for their purpose. If you have the budget for supporting home working and daily video meetings are part of that scheme, then these are precisely the level of equipment that needs to be considered. There are cheaper options from other brands, but it depends on what sort of working life a company might expect from hardware and if it ever gets repurposed.Want to shop around? Check out the best headphones of 2022 (opens in new tab) or the best wireless headphones of 2022 (opens in new tab)TODAY'S BEST DEALSCheck Amazon (opens in new tab) Mark Pickavance Mark is an expert on displays, reviewing monitors and TVs. He also covers storage including SSDs, NAS drives and portable hard drives. He started writing in 1986 and had contributed to MicroMart, PC Format, 3D World among others. Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. 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OpenSea customers warned to stay on high alert for phishing attacks TechRadar

OpenSea customers warned to stay on high alert for phishing attacks TechRadar

OpenSea customers warned to stay on high alert for phishing attacks TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. OpenSea customers warned to stay on high alert for phishing attacks By Sead Fadilpašić published 1 July 2022 OpenSea email database exposed by third party (Image credit: Shutterstock/Sashkin) Audio player loading… The world's biggest marketplace for non-fungible tokens (NFT), OpenSea, has confirmed a data breach has exposed the email addresses attached to user accounts. The company has warned customers that the addresses could now be targeted with phishing attacks and urged everyone to be vigilant. NFTs are digital creations stored on a blockchain. As the largest marketplace for NFTs, OpenSea has more than 600,000 users and a transaction volume north of $20 billion. Announcing the news, the company's Head of Security, Cory Hardman, said the leak happened when an employee of email delivery service Customer.io downloaded OpenSea's email database. OpenSea breach "If you have shared your email with OpenSea in the past, you should assume you were impacted. We are working with Customer.io in their ongoing investigation, and we have reported this incident to law enforcement," Hardman said. "Because the data compromise included email addresses, there may be a heightened likelihood for email phishing attempts." OpenSea users should now be extra careful when receiving emails claiming to be from the marketplace. Its official email domain is opensea.io, and everything else can be considered fraudulent. Hardman said that emails coming from domains such as opensea.org, opensea.xyz, and opeansae.io should be ignored.Read more> Best secure email providers of 2022 (opens in new tab) > NFT marketplace OpenSea had some serious security flaws (opens in new tab) > Hundreds of NFTs stolen from OpenSea wallets - here's what you need to know (opens in new tab) "We wanted to share the information we have at this time, and let you know that we've reported the incident to law enforcement and are cooperating in their investigation," Hardman added. Phishing is one of the most popular cybercriminal activities, due to its success rate. Cybercriminals often impersonate large brands and send emails with a sense of urgency, to try and trick people into quickly downloading the attachment, clicking a link, or sharing their passwords (opens in new tab) without giving it a second thought. These are the best security keys (opens in new tab) today Via BleepingComputer (opens in new tab) Sead Fadilpašić Sead is a seasoned freelance journalist based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He writes about IT (cloud, IoT, 5G, VPN) and cybersecurity (ransomware, data breaches, laws and regulations). In his career, spanning more than a decade, he's written for numerous media outlets, including Al Jazeera Balkans. He's also held several modules on content writing for Represent Communications. See more Computing news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1I tried the weirdest-looking Bluetooth speaker in the world, and I utterly adore it2You may not have to sell a body part to afford the Nvidia RTX 4090 after all3My days as a helpful meat shield are over, thanks to the Killer Klown horror game4100% on Rotten Tomatoes: 7 new critically-acclaimed dramas you may have missed5I won't buy the Google Pixel 7 unless it fixes these three Pixel 6 problems1We finally know what 'Wi-Fi' stands for - and it's not what you think2Best laptops for designers and coders 3The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me4Miofive 4K Dash Cam review5Logitech's latest webcam and headset want to relieve your work day frustrations Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)

GPU supply no longer the problem for Nvidia ndash now it could be lack of graphics card demand TechRadar

GPU supply no longer the problem for Nvidia ndash now it could be lack of graphics card demand TechRadar

GPU supply no longer the problem for Nvidia &ndash now it could be lack of graphics card demand TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. GPU supply no longer the problem for Nvidia &ndash now it could be lack of graphics card demand By Darren Allan published 1 July 2022 Demand is waning, and with growing stock of RTX 3000 GPUs, that's a problem (Image credit: Nvidia) Audio player loading… We all know that lack of supply was a massive issue for Nvidia with RTX 3000 GPUs, but now it seems that problem has morphed into waning demand – which is seemingly set to impact its incoming RTX 4000 graphics cards. As spotted by VideoCardz (opens in new tab), an article from DigiTimes (opens in new tab) – translated by RetiredEngineer on Twitter, and served with a course of caution, plus a side-order of skepticism thrown in – asserts that Nvidia is facing a combination of factors which when cumulatively considered are bad news for the RTX 4000 range. pic.twitter.com/Zg12dLuUT2July 1, 2022See more Those factors are reportedly that Nvidia is experiencing weaker than expected demand from the gaming sector, coupled with an 'enormous channel inventory' hanging around, meaning there are a load of current-gen RTX 3000 graphics cards still to sell through. Then there's also a flood of used GPUs being dumped by miners following the recent big crypto crash, exacerbating the situation around selling off that current excess Ampere GPU stock. It's a painful combination of factors, and one that means Nvidia purportedly wants to cut orders at TSMC in respect of next-gen Lovelace GPUs; but supposedly TSMC is unwilling to give any ground to Team Green. With Nvidia already having made 'huge prepayments' to TSMC to reserve 5nm capacity, the report argues that TSMC won't make any concessions regarding cutting back that quantity, and that Nvidia will have to find replacement customers itself to take up any slack regarding production capacity that it no longer needs. However, the report does note that Nvidia may be allowed to avail itself of a delay of shipments by a quarter, or even two quarters, to give Team Green a bit more breathing room regarding the apparent excess capacity. The report talks more broadly about the drop in PC demand affecting not just Nvidia, but also AMD, and how Team Red has reduced its orders at TSMC – although not for 5nm, but for 7nm and 6nm wafers, meaning current-gen, not next-gen, products. Analysis What does this mean for the next-gen Lovelace launch There are a lot of pretty far-reaching claims in this piece, which make us wary and mindful to tread more carefully than usual around this particular vein of rumors. That said, it's not exactly a surprise to hear some of this. Speculation had already pointed to Nvidia stumping up a ton of cash to secure capacity at TSMC for its next-gen graphics cards. And we've already heard several times on the grapevine now that Nvidia has a lot of excess stock to clear in terms of RTX 3000 models, with the problem that gamers (and PC owners more broadly – indeed, all consumers) are now being squeezed by inflation and the cost-of-living crisis. Part of the problem is that price tags for Nvidia GPUs still remain relatively high – albeit that they've dropped a good deal, and are just (a touch) over the MSRP – and so higher-end graphics cards in particular are still costing the best part of a couple of limbs. All this pretty much backs up the assertions made here, and again it's clear enough that the big crypto GPU sell-off is also making things much harder in terms of shifting that existing Nvidia stock. Some folks are apparently willing to take chances on second-hand mining cards, which look like quite the bargain (certainly in comparison to those still relatively lofty price tags on new boards), despite the inherent dangers with these GPUs which we've covered in-depth elsewhere. If Nvidia's next-gen graphics cards are revealed too soon, then RTX 3000 sales are going to stumble and slow-up further – and that's maybe something that Nvidia (and its partners) really can't afford. If this report has some truth to it, and Nvidia is indeed exploring options for cutting, or at least postponing some, RTX 4000 production at TSMC, could we now be looking at a later launch date for next-gen Lovelace GPUs? Or maybe Team Green will hold to the same launch timeframe – purportedly September, although October has recently been mentioned, too – but only relatively small numbers of RTX 4000 graphics cards will be produced to begin with, perhaps? If that's the case – and it's still a big old if at this point – then that could lead to another GPU launch where stock is thin on the ground, and prices are therefore pushed higher (with scalpers falling over themselves to get involved, no doubt; and all the inevitable chicanery). Nvidia might even set pricing for RTX 4000 higher anyway – it surely won't be more affordable than current-gen products – to help sustain demand for Ampere, while dropping price tags further on RTX 3000 GPUs in order to clear through the aforementioned 'enormous' amount of these graphics cards which are apparently still kicking about. All of this is just theorizing, but nevertheless, there appears to be a growing sentiment on the rumor mill that Nvidia is not in an ideal situation regarding balancing selling through RTX 3000 models (lots of them) while introducing RTX 4000 cards, and something may have to temporarily give regarding the latter. Especially if inflationary forces and the wider economic picture worsen as the year rolls on (not an unimaginable scenario, by any means). So, Nvidia had to fight the specter of supply issues with RTX 3000 for a long, long time, but now the battle is against the headwinds of demand? It seems a feasible scenario to us. However, the positive facet here is that if the RTX 3000 stock build-up really is along 'enormous' levels as suggested, then presumably we can look forward to some much bigger Ampere GPU price drops than we've already seen, as the effort to shift these products doubtless moves into a higher gear.Today's best graphics card dealsReduced Price (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$19.99 (opens in new tab)$17.37 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$25.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$40.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Show More DealsWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Darren Allan Darren is a freelancer writing news and features for TechRadar (and occasionally T3) across a broad range of computing topics including CPUs, GPUs, various other hardware, VPNs, antivirus and more. 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Stranger Things 4 Vol 2 complaints pour in as 1 show breaks Netflix TechRadar

Stranger Things 4 Vol 2 complaints pour in as 1 show breaks Netflix TechRadar

Stranger Things 4 Vol 2 complaints pour in as #1 show breaks Netflix TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Stranger Things 4 Vol 2 complaints pour in as #1 show breaks Netflix By Tom Goodwyn published 1 July 2022 Blame it on Vecna... (Image credit: Netflix) Audio player loading… The launch of the second instalment of the fourth season of Stranger Things left Netflix broken, literally.  The final two episodes of the show's fourth run arrived on the streaming giant at 8am this morning (July 1), which is 3am in Eastern time. At that precise moment, Downdetector (opens in new tab), the go-to resource for all outages suffered by the world's biggest websites, saw a massive spike in reported problems in accessing Netflix.  Almost 15,000 complaints were registered with the site within minutes of Stranger Things' launch, with most users complaining that Netflix's app wasn't functioning properly and would not let them watch the show.  Netflix, to its credit, seemed to resolve the issue quickly. 15 minutes later complaints were down to just under 1,500, and 15 minutes after that, complaints were in the low 100s again, which is standard procedure for a platform with the worldwide reach of Netflix.  The speediness of resolution didn't stop users taking to social media to complain though, with the show's final two episodes having a run time of almost four hours, every minute was crucial.  vecna laughing at us bc netflix crashed #StrangerThings #Netflix pic.twitter.com/a3WbOPDFtYJuly 1, 2022See more This isn't the first time the launch of a series finale has given a streaming platform trouble. HBO Max has suffered similar problems twice, first when it debuted the finale of Mare Of Easttown, then again with the closing chapter of Euphoria's second season.  We hope they're ready for the season finale of House Of The Dragon.  A launch like no other Netflix is quite a robust platform and rarely has any glitches. It has to be when it's in over 190 countries and debuting so much new content, so for the launch of Stranger Things 4 Vol.2 to put that much pressure on its technical infrastructure is quite something.  This demand could not have come as a surprise to Netflix, though. The first seven episodes of the show's fourth season have racked up a staggering 930 million hours of viewing in their first 28 days on the platform, that's over 270 million hours more than the previous record-holder, the second season of Bridgerton.  All signs point toward the fourth season's second half being another record-breaker.  If you're planning to watch Stranger Things later today, then you can catch up with all the information you need here in our guide. Stay tuned to TechRadar, we will have a full report on the show's finale on the site later today.  Tom GoodwynSenior Entertainment EditorTom Goodwyn is TechRadar's Senior Entertainment Editor. He oversees TechRadar's coverage of the best TV shows, documentaries and movies across streaming services, theaters and beyond. Based in East London, he loves nothing more than spending all day in a movie theater, well, he did before he had two small children…  See more TV news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1PC gamers are shunning high-end GPUs – spelling trouble for the Nvidia RTX 40902Canceled by Netflix: it's the end of the road for Firefly Lane3It looks like Fallout's spiritual successor is getting a PS5 remaster4Beg all you want - these beer game devs will not break the laws of physics for you 51000TB SSDs could become mainstream by 2030 as Samsung plans 1000-layer NAND1We finally know what 'Wi-Fi' stands for - and it's not what you think2Brave is about to solve one of the most frustrating problems with browsing the web3A whole new breed of SSDs is about to break through4Logitech's latest webcam and headset want to relieve your work day frustrations5Qualcomm explains why phones will soon kill off DSLRs – and it has a point Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) Other versions of this page are available with specific content for the following regions:Norge

How to migrate your CRM spreadsheet to CRM software TechRadar

How to migrate your CRM spreadsheet to CRM software TechRadar

How to migrate your CRM spreadsheet to CRM software TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Supported (opens in new tab) How to migrate your CRM spreadsheet to CRM software By Serguei Solokhine Migrate your spreadsheet to a professional CRM program in just six steps In Association with (opens in new tab) (Image: © Pexels) It's tempting for small businesses just starting out to use spreadsheet software to keep track of customer data. A CRM program provides a better way to do this. In the CRM vs spreadsheet debate, you can improve data security, convenience, and scalability. To learn more, read our article on using a spreadsheet as a replacement for CRM? 5 reasons why it's a bad idea. When you're ready to switch from a spreadsheet to a professional CRM program, follow these six simple steps to make the move correctly. (opens in new tab)Bigin by Zoho CRM is a Techradar top-rated CRM for small businesse (opens in new tab)s (opens in new tab) Bigin by Zoho CRM is well-equipped to assist in running a small business. Techradar editors like its excellent customer management and lead generation tools, and simplicity of use. Special offer for Techradar readers: $100 in Zoho Wallet credits (opens in new tab) to use within 60-days of signup.View Deal (opens in new tab) 1 Choose a CRM program There are hundreds of CRM programs on the market, and choosing one to fit your needs can feel overwhelming. We've put together a list of our picks for the best CRM software (opens in new tab) to help narrow your search.  Zoho CRM (opens in new tab) is great for small businesses looking for an affordable CRM that can import data directly from Excel. Give it a try if you want a quick and easy solution. For more information about Zoho, please read our full Zoho CRM review (opens in new tab). When researching CRMs, you will find that most can replace a spreadsheet. Review the key features of each, like marketing automation, security, and integrations with other programs. To get the best bang for your buck, find a CRM that integrates with your existing software, keeps your customers' data safe, and has features that fit your specific business requirements. 2 Format your spreadsheet You should format your spreadsheet so it translates correctly into the CRM. This step is time-consuming, but you only have to do it once. The CRM, like your spreadsheet, will contain fields for the customer's first and last name, company name, address, etc. You must arrange these fields in the right order on the spreadsheet for the CRM to populate correctly. Most CRM providers offer guides on how to format your spreadsheet properly. Zoho CRM has a data import wizard that will guide you through the spreadsheet formatting process. If your CRM doesn't offer such a wizard, check its customer support site, which will probably have a template with the correct format. 3 Convert your spreadsheet to the correct format The most widely used spreadsheet program on the market is Microsoft Excel (opens in new tab), which saves spreadsheets in the .xlsx format by default. Other formats exist such as .doc, .docx, and .xlsm. Not all CRMs can read these formats, so you must convert your spreadsheet into a format they can read, which is usually .csv. To convert an Excel spreadsheet into the .csv format, open your sheet, navigate to File > Export > Change File Type, and click CSV. Choose a location to save your new .csv file, and wait for Excel to finish converting. Note that .csv is a plain text format, so images or advanced text formatting will be lost during the conversion process. 4 Review data before import Before you import data, double-check the data's integrity for potential mismatches. Check that all fields are named correctly per your CRM's template. Be aware that some data transfers into drop-down or bulleted lists in the CRM. For instance, a CRM may have a drop-down list with three options for female title: Ms, Mrs, and Dr. Ensure that any data transferring from a spreadsheet to a drop-down list is spelt exactly as it is on the list. Lastly, check for blank rows or columns, as occasionally a CRM won't import beyond a certain number of blank lines. Some characters may be forbidden, meaning that if they are present when you import your data, it could cause a crash. Your CRM provider should list forbidden characters on its support site or data import wizard. Use the find feature (usually via Ctrl+F on your keyboard) to confirm that forbidden characters are not present in your spreadsheet. 5 Import your data The importing process may differ depending on your CRM, so consult the specific support site to learn the process for your CRM of choice. For Zoho, click the Create button and select the type of data you want to import, such as leads, accounts, contacts, etc. Navigate to your .csv file and click on it to import.  The time it takes to import will range from seconds to minutes or hours, depending on the import file size and your internet connection. Once the process is complete, you are technically done, as the data has transferred from spreadsheet to CRM. However, there's one more step to go through to ensure a successful transfer. 6 Validate your data Once your CRM has completed the import process, open a few customer files and review the fields to make sure everything matches. Watch out for data in the wrong areas, such as a last name where a first name should be, letters in the address number field, etc.  Most CRM programs offer validation tools that can be used to check the correctness of specific fields according to preset rules. For example, if a particular field such as unit number can only be a number, you can create a rule for this in the CRM. The CRM will automatically flag any fields with this rule that contain letters, or any characters other apart from numbers, for you to review and fix. Validation rules are particularly useful when converting data from a spreadsheet, as they can help you catch errors during conversion. Summary Before transferring data from a spreadsheet to a professional CRM, you should choose a program that suits your needs. In addition to our 'best of' list above, we have lists of the best free CRM software (opens in new tab) and the best CRM for small business (opens in new tab) that will help you narrow your search. Once you've picked a CRM program, consult its support site for the appropriate steps to prepare your spreadsheet for transfer. Pay attention to the proper file formats, usually .csv, and be sure to properly format your spreadsheet and avoid forbidden characters. TechRadar created this content as part of a paid partnership with Bigin by Zoho CRM. The contents of this article are entirely independent and solely reflect the editorial opinion of TechRadar. Serguei Solokhine Serguei holds degrees in finance and marketing from York University, and brings more than five years of professional experience at their intersection to his writing. His previous roles as a finance advisor involved breaking down and explaining complex concepts in everyday terms, a talent he now brings to his work as a freelance writer. See more how-to articles Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. 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The cheapest Raspberry Pi board now comes in three new flavors TechRadar

The cheapest Raspberry Pi board now comes in three new flavors TechRadar

The cheapest Raspberry Pi board now comes in three new flavors TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. The cheapest Raspberry Pi board now comes in three new flavors By Joel Khalili published 1 July 2022 Meet the Raspberry Pi Pico W, H and WH (Image credit: Raspberry Pi) Audio player loading… Raspberry Pi has launched three new versions of its cheapest board, the Pico, each featuring a different combination of upgrades. The most exciting addition is the Pico W, a carbon-copy of the original with one important addition: support for wireless internet. The new microcontroller board is 50% more expensive, but still unlikely to break the bank at just $6 per unit. Raspberry Pi is also launching new Pico H ($5) and Pico WH ($7) models, which add pre-populated headers and the firm's new 3-pin debug connector to the original Pico and Pico W, respectively. New Raspberry Pi Pico Launched in January last year, the Raspberry Pi Pico is billed as the ultimate IoT platform, pitting the company directly against the likes of Arduino. Although the Pico isn't equipped to run a full-fat operating system like other Pi boards, it can be easily programmed to control sensors, motors and other peripherals. "Whether you're looking for a standalone board for deep-embedded development or a companion to your Raspberry Pi computer, or you're taking your first steps with a microcontroller, this is the board for you," said James Adams, Raspberry Pi COO, at the time of the release. Since launch, Raspberry Pi has sold almost two million Pico boards, with the custom RP2040 microcontroller at its heart also making its way into a number of third-party products. But now, the company is launching new models to address an obvious shortcoming.Read more> Why Arduino has set a course towards uncharted waters > These are the best online Python courses around > This is the year I conquer the Raspberry Pi "Fast cores, large memory, and flexible interfacing make RP2040 a natural building block for IoT applications. But Pico itself has one obvious missing feature for IoT: a method for connecting to the network. Now, this is about to change," wrote Raspberry Pi CEO Eben Upton in a blog post. "We've worked with our friends at Infineon to add their CYW43439 wireless chip to Pico W. Like all modern Raspberry Pi boards, the radio circuitry is encapsulated in a metal shield can, reducing compliance costs for customers who want to integrate it into their own products." Although the CYW43439 also offers support for Bluetooth, Upton said the Pico W will not be Bluetooth-enabled at launch, but may incorporate the feature in future. Raspberry Pi says the Pico W and Pico H are available to purchase immediately, with the Pico WH set to hit the shelves some time next month.Check out our list of the best IDEs for Python right now Joel KhaliliNews and Features EditorJoel Khalili is the News and Features Editor at TechRadar Pro, covering cybersecurity, data privacy, cloud, AI, blockchain, internet infrastructure, 5G, data storage and computing. He's responsible for curating our news content, as well as commissioning and producing features on the technologies that are transforming the way the world does business. See more Computing news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1One of the world's most popular programming languages is coming to Linux2Apple October launches: the new devices we might see this month3Google's AI editing tricks are making Photoshop irrelevant for most people4You may not have to sell a body part to afford the Nvidia RTX 4090 after all5The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me1We finally know what 'Wi-Fi' stands for - and it's not what you think2Best laptops for designers and coders 3Miofive 4K Dash Cam review4Logitech's latest webcam and headset want to relieve your work day frustrations5Best offers on Laptops for Education – this festive season Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)

Uh oh ndash AMD is getting its butt kicked by Intel right now TechRadar

Uh oh ndash AMD is getting its butt kicked by Intel right now TechRadar

Uh-oh &ndash AMD is getting its butt kicked by Intel right now TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Uh-oh &ndash AMD is getting its butt kicked by Intel right now By Jess Weatherbed published 1 July 2022 Ryzen and fallin' (Image credit: AMD) Audio player loading… Despite enjoying a few years of increased market share, it's now predicted that AMD Ryzen desktop CPU revenue is expected to fall by around 26% in 2022, with the success of Intel's Alder lake being named as one of the likely causations. As reported by WCCFTech (opens in new tab), Joseph Moore, market analyst at Morgan Stanley (opens in new tab), claims that AMD Ryzen revenue could plummet this year due to a mix of various factors within the industry. The PC market saw a general decline in 2022 (which in itself was caused by various issues), and with fewer folks looking to buy consumer-grade desktop CPUs, competition has been fierce. Unfortunately for AMD, Intel's 12th-gen Alder Lake processors were extremely well received and as AMD is lagging behind with next-gen releases, it would appear that folks building a PC didn't feel like waiting for the arrival of Zen 4. It's not all doom and gloom though. While Moore also predicts an additional 2% fall in revenue for AMD Ryzen in 2023, this is being viewed as a market correction, with AMD predicted to see "relative stability thereafter." AMD is also making gains in other areas of business, such as servers and laptop processors, so while this likely stings, it's far from the end of days for Team Red. Analysis AMD needs to pick up the pace AMD's incoming Ryzen 7000 desktop processors could launch in mid-september according to the recent rumors, which also could have attributed to the falling sales of Ryzen 5000 CPUs - after all, very few folks want to buy a product just before it's about to be superseded. That said, there is allegedly a lot of 'excess' stock hanging about, and once Ryzen 7000 chips are even unveiled, it's likely the previous generation of processors will see a decent price reduction to clear stock, which is great news for those on a tight-budget looking for a bargain. If AMD wants to get a head start though, it'll need to release Ryzen 7000 before Intel pushes Raptor Lake out onto the market. When the Ryzen 5000 series processors first arrived they were heralded as the best choice for PC gamers - who make up a sizable part of the DIY PC market - and it simply cannot afford to lose that reputation. It plays into what attracts Team Red's loyal fanbase, after all, but you can't sell yourself on fanboys' expectations alone. Other industry factors could come into play and affect either party though, regardless of who has the better product. Motherboard sales are expected to take a huge dive this year, with both Asus and Gigabyte (who make up approximately 70% of the entire market) estimating sales volumes to drop by approximately 25% compared to 2021.  It's being claimed that GPU bundles that contained mobos are partially to blame as consumers were essentially forced into buying unnecessary hardware just to get their hands on an Nvidia Ampere or AMD RDNA2 graphics card. You would assume that as AMD Ryzen 7000 will require AM5 motherboards later this year (as well as Intel's 13th-Gen Core processors requiring new 700-series motherboard chipsets) that we could see a boost in sales, but a recent DigiTimes report (opens in new tab) suggests otherwise. It's going to be fairly hard to sell processors into a market when the motherboards necessary to use them are predicted to sell in underwhelming volumes. Regardless of all the current rumors floating around, the best course of action is likely to be just... wait and see. We have no idea if all of the hype from either side will live up to expectations, so while it's tempting to jump into an upgrade immediately, wait until we hear some solid performance data.Today's best Processor deals (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$13.14 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Low Stock (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$20 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Reduced Price (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$77.99 (opens in new tab)$39.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)Show More DealsWe check over 250 million products every day for the best prices Jess WeatherbedJess is a former TechRadar Computing writer, where she covered all aspects of Mac and PC hardware, including PC gaming and peripherals. 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LG TVs are getting an exercise app to rival Apple Fitness and Peloton TechRadar

LG TVs are getting an exercise app to rival Apple Fitness and Peloton TechRadar

LG TVs are getting an exercise app to rival Apple Fitness and Peloton TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. LG TVs are getting an exercise app to rival Apple Fitness and Peloton By Kevin Lynch published 1 July 2022 Fitness Candy is set to arrive in September along with a range of companion devices (Image credit: Shutterstock) Audio player loading… LG has unveiled its plans for a home workout app for its TVs called Fitness Candy, alongside companion devices such as smart cameras, exercise bikes and resistance bands. Details of the subscription-based app and the South Korean company's plans for companion hardware devices suggest LG is looking to rival training tools for the user's living room TV, such as Peloton Guide and Apple Fitness Plus. The new app is set to be available on smartphones as well as LG smart TVs, and will use data from as yet unannounced smart bands, cameras, and exercise devices. Described as a "comprehensive lifestyle platform – complete with content, services and related products – to help people address their health and fitness needs at home", Fitness Candy is set to offer a range of exercise programs covering six categories.  These include strength training, core strengthening, high-intensity interval training, dance, stretching and meditation, with new sessions added each week, while the app is also set to offer sports shows and documentaries, plus stress relief and dietary content. It's all done with "a variety of new devices that can be linked to its app, allowing users to enjoy content more effectively. One of them is a device that can recognize and track users' movements thanks to the inclusion of LG's AI camera and IoT platform". This AI-enabled camera sounds similar to the Peloton Guide, which tracks the quality of your movement to fill a gauge while you copy the trainer on the screen. LG also mentions plans for smart bands and indoor bikes, signalling another clear move into Peloton's space. On board as partners for the app is Korean music company S.M. Entertainment, the home of K-Pop stars such as WayV and Red Velvet, which is set to provide content for the service featuring the company's roster of artists. The service has so far only been confirmed for South Korea, with the app set to launch in September. (Image credit: LG) Analysis LG needs to workout hard to get fitness fans onboard LG's entrance into the home fitness tech game comes at a time when one of the main players in the field is struggling. Peloton couldn't keep up with the demand for its expensive treadmills and bikes at the height of the pandemic, but the group now finds itself struggling to sell them now that people are returning to their local gyms. Now the Peloton Guide is out with an AI camera to help track your movements, LG seems to be following suit. During our tests, we felt this sort of technology was exactly what home workouts had been missing, but this also feels like a device that should have been launched at the pandemic's height, when everyone embraced the humble YouTube workout, rather than during its waning.  LG also faces a battle from Apple, which has slowly begun to dominate the interactive workout space since the Cupertino firm kicked off its partnership with Nike all the way back in 2006. Its subscription-based workout service, Apple Fitness Plus, which was introduced in late 2020, integrates seamlessly with the company's hardware products like the Apple Watch Series 6 and Apple TV 4K. Tie-ins with K-Pop stars will help to set Fitness Candy from such rival services, but it's the sort of slick, integrated experience offered by Apple that LG will need to match to get workout fanatics onboard. LG's reputation for innovation alongside its promise of companion devices for Fitness Candy might not be enough to ensure the service is a contender. Kevin Lynch Kevin Lynch is a London-born, Dublin-based writer and journalist. The author of Steve Jobs: A Biographic Portrait, Kevin is a regular feature writer for a number of tech sites and the former Technology Editor for the Daily Mirror. He has also served as editor of GuinnessWorldRecords.com (opens in new tab) and has been a member of the judging panel for the BAFTA British Academy Video Game Awards. Alongside reviewing the latest AV gear, smartphones and computers, Kevin also specialises in music tech and can often be found putting the latest DAWs, MIDI controllers and guitar modellers through their paces. Born within the sound of Bow Bells, Kevin is also a lifelong West Ham fan for his troubles. See more Television news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. 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Tough times for PC vendors ahead as cost of living crisis bites TechRadar

Tough times for PC vendors ahead as cost of living crisis bites TechRadar

Tough times for PC vendors ahead as cost-of-living crisis bites TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Tough times for PC vendors ahead as cost-of-living crisis bites By Will McCurdy published 1 July 2022 It seems consumers aren't willing to splash out on new PCs (Image credit: Future) Audio player loading… Almost everyone is feeling the pinch from the cost-of-living crisis, and it turns out PC vendors are no exception, if new analysis from Gartner is to be believed. The analyst house has predicted that worldwide PC shipments will decline by 9.5% to 310 million in 2022. Although consumer demand is set fall considerably faster, demand for business computers and business laptops will also drop 9.5% year-over-year. EMEA is set to see a record dip in consumer PC demand throughout 2022, which Gartner attributes to factors such as how the Russian Ukraine conflict is impacting exchange rates. Is it just PC sales that are falling Though PC sales are set to be hit the hardest out of all the technology segments, mobile and tablet segments are also set for significant declines, according to the analyst house. Gartner predicts that tablet sales are set to drop 9.0% in 2022 to 142 million, after rising 5.0% in 2021. Mobile phone sales aren't set to fair much better, predicted to drop 7.1% in 2022, after growing 5.0% in 2021.READ MORE: > Government IT spending is set for a major rise > Azure eats into AWS lead as cloud market continues to grow > Best mobile workstations of 2022 One area of the electronics market that is set to grow is 5G phones. In 2022, Gartner expects worldwide 5G phone shipments will total 710 million units. Although this is a downgrade from Gartner's previous expectations, the demand for 5G phones is expected to pick up at a faster pace in 2023. "A perfect storm of geopolitics upheaval, high inflation, currency fluctuations and supply chain disruptions have lowered business and consumer demand for devices across the world and is set to impact the PC market the hardest in 2022," said Ranjit Atwal, Senior Analyst at Gartner.Interested in investing in your businesses computing? Check out our guide to the best mobile workstations Will McCurdyWill McCurdy has been writing about technology for over five years. He has a wide range of specialities including cybersecurity, fintech, cryptocurrencies, blockchain, cloud computing, payments, artificial intelligence, retail technology, and venture capital investment. He has previously written for AltFi, FStech, Retail Systems, and National Technology News and is an experienced podcast and webinar host, as well as an avid long-form feature writer. See more Computing news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2Stop saying Mario doesn't have an accent in The Super Mario Bros. Movie3Google Pixel Tablet is what Apple should've done ages ago4RTX 4090 too expensive? Nvidia resurrects another old favorite5More than one million credit card details leaked online1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2iPhone 15 tipped to come with an upgraded 5G chip3If this feature succeeds for Modern Warfare 2, Microsoft can't ignore it4Apple October launches: the new devices we might see this month5The Rings of Power episode 8 trailer feels like one big Sauron misdirect Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)

As Camp NaNoWriMo begins here are some apps to help you finish that novel TechRadar

As Camp NaNoWriMo begins here are some apps to help you finish that novel TechRadar

As Camp NaNoWriMo begins here are some apps to help you finish that novel TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. As Camp NaNoWriMo begins here are some apps to help you finish that novel By Daryl Baxter published 1 July 2022 From writing apps to task management apps (Image credit: TechRadar) If you've finally decided to finish that novel you've had in mind, there's an event beginning from today (July 1) that could help you to finally finish the idea you've most likely had for years, alongside some helpful apps on Windows, macOS and iOS. Camp NaNoWriMo (opens in new tab) is an event held in April and July every year, where budding writers can start and finish a project in one month. And the best thing for this type of NaNoWriMo event, is that there's no set word count - you set it. You can announce your project and then join in with certain writer groups (opens in new tab) to brainstorm ideas about it - from plot points to characters. Then the crucial point is - writing it! However, it may be overwhelming to pick the best apps to get it done. With this in mind, we've put together a bunch of apps that can best help you put that project over the finish line by the time July ends. Scrivener (Image credit: TechRadar) As we've rated it one of the best writing apps out there, it's no surprise that Scrivener is a great app to use for NaNoWriMo. Created by Literature and Latte, it's been designed for writers in mind, with ways to lay out your chapters, your research, and jot down any notes if extra inspiration comes to mind across the month. However, the only feature that lets Scrivener down is that you can't use iCloud to sync your novel between Apple devices. The only way is to use Dropbox (opens in new tab), which could be a pain if you don't have an account. Fortunately, creating one is free, so if you want to manage your novel between your Mac and iPad, this will be the only way to do it. Scrivener is available for $49.99 / £47.99 / AU$51.99 for a one-off fee on macOS and Windows but there is a free trial you can download. There are also iPad and iPhone versions at $19.99 / £19.99 / AU$21.99 (opens in new tab). It's an all-in-one suite where you don't just plan out what you're going to write, but how you're going to write it. Ulysses (Image credit: TechRadar) For iPadOS users, Ulysses has been the go-to in writing novels on the tablet, even though it's also available on macOS and iOS as a monthly or yearly subscription, with prices starting at $5.99 / £4.99 / AU$6.49 (opens in new tab). If you only have an iPad though, this app is going to be crucial in completing NaNoWriMo. You can set goals for each chapter that can be split into word or timed goals, and there's a great export option that can easily allow you to convert it into an ePub or PDF format. However, we have a great guide from a published author who uses Ulysses for his novels that can give you some helpful pointers for your project. Author (Image credit: TechRadar) While this may not be to everyone's taste, Author by Frode Hegland (opens in new tab) is still the newest entry in our best writing apps guide, and there's good reason as to why, especially for NaNoWriMo. Available for $29.99 / £29.99 / AU$31.99 (opens in new tab), Author features a great mind-mapping tool (opens in new tab) that can help you visualize and lay down all your ideas for the novel throughout the month, and you can get back to them for when you reach certain chapters or plot points for your characters. There is a free version of Author (opens in new tab) so you can see if it fits your workflow, but it won't export your project. Granted, it's only available on macOS, but if you're struggling to lay down how certain cliffhangers will work on a rainy day, Author will be able to help out with this massively. Things 3 (Image credit: TechRadar) Regardless of which writing app you've picked, it could be a challenge to keep track of your characters, your scenes, and your chapters. This is where a task management app can come in, and Things 3 leads the way in this category. Available on the iPhone for $9.99 / £9.99 / AU$ 11.99, iPad for $19.99 / £19.99 / AU$24.99, and Mac that's priced at $49.99 / £29.99 / AU$ 59.99, you'll be able to use the app on whichever device you think will be best to plan out your book. You can create projects with certain reminders, where they can show as a widget on your iPad, or as a notification on your macOS dock. If there's something you plan to do later in the month but not sure when, you can throw it into the 'Someday' option, and it'll remind you toward the end of the month, but Things will decide when. The design of it is super simple, made up of a sidebar and a sheet, so even if you just want to jot down some quick reminders, Things 3 can do this. Daryl BaxterSoftware & Downloads WriterDaryl had been freelancing for 3 years before joining TechRadar, now reporting on everything software-related. In his spare time he's written a book, 'The Making of Tomb Raider', alongside podcasting and usually found playing games old and new on his PC and MacBook Pro. If you have a story about an updated app, one that's about to launch, or just anything Software-related, drop him a line. TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. 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7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix Prime Video HBO Max and more this weekend July 1 TechRadar

7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix Prime Video HBO Max and more this weekend July 1 TechRadar

7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix Prime Video HBO Max and more this weekend July 1 TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. 7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix Prime Video HBO Max and more this weekend July 1 By Axel Metz last updated 6 July 2022 It's time to return to The Upside Down (Image credit: Netflix) Audio player loading… Ladies and gentlemen, it's here: the Stranger Things season 4 finale is now streaming on Netflix.  As much as we'd like to harp on about the rest of this week's offerings – which include Chris Pratt's new Prime Video action series, The Terminal List, and a second season of top-draw Hulu comedy Only Murders in the Building – we're fairly sure that the closing chapter to the penultimate season of arguably the best Netflix show around is the arrival set to drum up the most excitement among subscribers.  Still, it doesn't have to be a Stranger Things-exclusive weekend, and below, we've rounded up seven of the biggest new movies and TV shows available to stream on the likes of Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more over the next few days. Stranger Things season 4 part 2 Netflix &nbsp Let's kick off with the big one, shall we? The final two episodes of Stranger Things' long-awaited fourth season are now available to stream on Netflix.  Without wishing to stray into spoiler territory, we were mightily impressed with volume 1 of Stranger Things season 4, describing it, in our review, as "an absorbing, action-packed and horror-fuelled entry" in the series. Episode 7's cliffhanger ending did, however, leave us with 11 questions that we hope volume 2 will answer, and we're excited to rejoin the beloved Hawkins gang on their quest to defeat mysterious baddie Vecna.  We know that the Duffer brothers' mega-popular Netflix series will be returning again for a fifth and final season – but that doesn't mean every fan-favorite Stranger Things character will make it out of these two new episodes unscathed. Brace yourselves: it could get ugly (and not just because the season finale is two-and-a-half-hours long). Now available to stream on Netflix.Today's best Netflix deals (opens in new tab)Netflix Basic (opens in new tab)$9.99/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Netflix (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)Netflix Standard (opens in new tab)$15.49/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Netflix (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)Netflix Premium (opens in new tab)$19.99/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Netflix (opens in new tab) The Terminal List Prime Video &nbsp After joining forces for noisy blockbuster The Tomorrow War, Chris Pratt and Amazon Studios continue their working relationship with The Terminal List, which is now streaming on Prime Video in its entirety. This eight-episode thriller series, based on the novel of the same name by Jack Carr, charts the exploits of James Reece (Pratt), a hardened Navy SEAL operative who, after surviving a deadly ambush on his platoon, becomes hell-bent on uncovering the ugly truth behind the unexpected attack.  Reviews for The Terminal List have been decidedly mixed so far, but most critics have labeled the series an enjoyable, action-packed adventure – "your Dad's new favorite show" seems to be the general consensus, which is something of a back-handed compliment. 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Season 2 of the hit meta-comedy sees the likes of Amy Schumer, Shirley MacLaine, Cara Delevingne, Andrea Martin and Michael Rapaport join the cast alongside series mainstays Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez, who find themselves embroiled in yet another chilling murder mystery in New York City.  Critics have praised Only Murders in the Building's new episodes for being bigger, bolder and smarter than their predecessors – so the show's returning fans should find plenty of hapless hijinks to enjoy here. Now available to stream on Hulu in the US and Disney Plus Star in the UK.Today's best Hulu dealsGet first month fr... (opens in new tab)Hulu (opens in new tab)$6.99/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Hulu (opens in new tab)Get First Month Fr... 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If you're looking for a lighthearted laugh this weekend, this is the series for you.  Now available to stream on Disney Plus. Today's best Disney+ deals (opens in new tab)Disney+ Monthly (opens in new tab)$7.99/mth (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Disney+ (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)Disney+ Yearly (opens in new tab)$79.99/year (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at Disney+ (opens in new tab) The Upshaws season 2 part 1 Netflix &nbsp Regina Y. Hicks and Wanda Sykes' hit Netflix comedy, The Upshaws, returns for the first half of its second season this weekend.  Sykes herself reprises her role as the foul-mouthed Lucretia alongside series mainstays Mike Epps and Kim Fields in this explicit sitcom, which centers on a working class family that struggles to navigate the ups and downs of everyday life in Indiana. As is typical of Netflix shows, all eight episodes of The Upshaws season 2 part 1 are available to stream in one fell swoop right now, with the season's second half expected to drop later this year.  Now available to stream on Netflix. Marvel Studios Assembled The Making of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Disney Plus &nbsp Having arrived on Disney Plus last month, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness gets Marvel's Assembled treatment this weekend.  Thanks to a customary cocktail of talking heads and unseen footage, this behind-the-scenes documentary feature lifts the lid on the technical wizardry involved in bringing the Sorcerer Supreme's actual wizardy to life in the recent MCU Phase 4 movie.  If you've seen any of the previous Marvel Studios Assembled films, you'll know what to expect from this one – but we imagine it'll still be cool to see how Benedict Cumberbatch is transformed from English thespian into lunchbox hero.  Now available to stream on Disney Plus. Chernobyl The Lost Tapes HBO Max &nbsp If you're into your harrowing-but-fascinating historical documentaries, then Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes is for you.  An official companion piece to HBO's outstanding 2019 miniseries, this feature-length production re-examines the 1986 disaster through newly uncovered archival footage and interviews with nuclear plant employees and first responders. If you thought the Emmy Award-winning show was a tough watch, Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes will open your eyes to the true horrors of the generation-defining accident. This documentary was released at the end of last week, and is now available to stream via HBO Max in the US and Sky and Now TV in the UK.  Now available to stream on HBO Max in the US and Sky and Now TV in the UK. Today's best HBO Max deals (opens in new tab)HBO Max with Ads - Yearly (opens in new tab)$69.99/year (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at HBO Max - United States (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)HBO Max No Ads - Yearly (opens in new tab)$104.99/year (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)at HBO Max - United States (opens in new tab)Check out all the biggest new movies coming to theaters in 2022 Axel MetzStaff WriterAxel is a London-based staff writer at TechRadar, reporting on everything from the newest movies to latest Apple developments as part of the site's daily news output. Having previously written for publications including Esquire and FourFourTwo, Axel is well-versed in the applications of technology beyond the desktop, and his coverage extends from general reporting and analysis to in-depth interviews and opinion.  Axel studied for a degree in English Literature at the University of Warwick before joining TechRadar in 2020, where he then earned a gold standard NCTJ qualification as part of the company's inaugural digital training scheme.  See more TV news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2Stop saying Mario doesn't have an accent in The Super Mario Bros. 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Android users at risk of new wallet draining attacks TechRadar

Android users at risk of new wallet draining attacks TechRadar

Android users at risk of new wallet-draining attacks TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Android users at risk of new wallet-draining attacks By Sead Fadilpašić published 1 July 2022 Toll fraud malware is growing more sophisticated (Image credit: Google) Audio player loading… Owners of Android smartphones are at risk of a new type of billing fraud designed to trick them into paying for premium subscription packages, Microsoft has warned. In an extensive blog post (opens in new tab), detailing how the entire scheme operates, Microsoft explained that toll fraud malware is "one of the most prevalent types" on Android and that it just keeps evolving. Toll fraud is also quite complex, compared to its close relatives, SMS fraud and call fraud. These apps use specific network operators, running their operations only if the compromised endpoint (opens in new tab) is subscribed to one of its target operators. If these conditions are met, the app will subscribe to a service, completely out of sight for the device owner, and will even intercept one-time password SMS messages and other notifications.  Toll fraud malware is also known for dynamic code loading, as this makes it harder for mobile security software to detect any foul play through static analysis. Prevention and mitigation However, Microsoft says there are characteristics that can be used to filter and detect these threats, and there are also adjustments in Android API restrictions and Google Play Store publishing policy, that can help mitigate the threat, the company added.Read more> The best Android antivirus app of 2022 (opens in new tab) > This Android malware is so dangerous, even Google is worried (opens in new tab) > Beware - another dangerous Android malware has had millions of downloads from the Google Play Store (opens in new tab) The first major malware variant in the toll fraud family was Joker, which managed to wiggle its way into the Google Play Store some five years ago. Its main goal is to generate as big of a financial impact on the victim as possible. As it carries sophisticated cloaking techniques, the best way to protect your devices from such malware is to make sure it doesn't get installed in the first place. As a general rule of thumb, Microsoft reminds, Android apps should not be sideloaded (installed from untrusted sources)  and should always be kept up to date. Furthermore, apps should not be given SMS permissions, access to the notification listener or accessibility access unless there is a clear reason they are necessary.Keep your devices safe from ransomware with the best ransomware protection services (opens in new tab) right now Sead Fadilpašić Sead is a seasoned freelance journalist based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He writes about IT (cloud, IoT, 5G, VPN) and cybersecurity (ransomware, data breaches, laws and regulations). In his career, spanning more than a decade, he's written for numerous media outlets, including Al Jazeera Balkans. He's also held several modules on content writing for Represent Communications. See more Computing news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2Stop saying Mario doesn't have an accent in The Super Mario Bros. Movie3Google Pixel Tablet is what Apple should've done ages ago4RTX 4090 too expensive? Nvidia resurrects another old favorite5Blizzard made me explain Overwatch 2 smurfing to my mum for nothing1Logitech's latest webcam and headset want to relieve your work day frustrations2Best offers on Laptops for Education – this festive season3Apple October launches: the new devices we might see this month4Google's AI editing tricks are making Photoshop irrelevant for most people5Best laptops for designers and coders Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)

Why a Zero Trust philosophy is an evolution to secure enterprises TechRadar

Why a Zero Trust philosophy is an evolution to secure enterprises TechRadar

Why a Zero Trust philosophy is an evolution to secure enterprises TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Why a Zero Trust philosophy is an evolution to secure enterprises By Luigi Freguia published 1 July 2022 Zero Trust can increase security for enterprises (Image credit: Future) In an increasingly distributed world, cybersecurity (opens in new tab) remains critical. Yet the need to protect the enterprise is causing tension as workforces and the tools they need become increasingly decentralized. While few doubt the productivity (opens in new tab) and engagement benefits of empowering people to work as they choose, where they choose, with what they choose, business leaders are still struggling with the security (opens in new tab) implications.About the author Luigi Freguia is Senior Vice President for EMEA at VMware (opens in new tab). New VMware research spells this out: 75% of IT decision makers agree that the sensitivity of their organization's data (opens in new tab) has made it more cautious about decisions to embrace anywhere work long term, while 60% acknowledge that security risks have increased since employees started working remotely. Unsurprising, when one considers that 67% of employees (opens in new tab) have connected a personal device to their organization's network or used one to handle their organization's data or files. The natural reaction might be to lock everything down (indeed get people back inside the HQ), restrict as much as possible and protect corporate networks and data at all costs, irrespective of the impact on flexible working models. But as the enterprise has become more distributed, security can't hold back the deployment of hybrid working (opens in new tab). Keeping attackers out and employees in isn t an option any more Forcing people back into the office full-time is directly linked to employee churn. As The Great Resignation rumbles on, employees are reacting when they aren't being allowed to work in the way they want, how they want and with the tools they want. This isn't just about retaining employees either; by empowering staff, you are more likely to engage them and support them to be more productive, ultimately driving greater results. The reality is that in the modern world, attackers are going to surpass defenses at some point, especially now the idea of a network perimeter has disappeared. That's not to say that security should be de-prioritized, rather organizations need to find a balance between the need for protecting mission-critical systems and data with enabling talent to do their work in a way that generates contentment, productivity and loyalty. The new security question is: how do you defend against them and mitigate risk? The answer is, by adopting a philosophy of Zero Trust, in which every transaction between user, application (opens in new tab), service and network must be verified. Security is built into every element that makes up a corporation's systems, and so every transaction must prove that it is trustworthy. It doesn't matter whether an employee is sat two doors down from the CEO at HQ, on a beach, or somewhere in between, their actions will always need to be validated. With a Zero Trust-based security, physical location is no longer a direct indicator of security – each transaction is verified, irrespective of where it originates from. The need for better cyber defense can, therefore, no longer be used as an excuse to not deploy a more decentralized working model. The four levers to securing the remote workforce These levers are 1. Culture – Essentially, the education and understanding of what good security practice looks like in a business. Without cultural change, a Zero Trust posture will not work. The nature of a decentralized business is that the boundaries between functions are disappearing. IT must consider what's in people's contracts and how new staff are on-boarded, and legal want to understand the ramifications of users working from anywhere - and they all need to understand how security fits in to it all. 2. Automated management – When deployed, Zero Trust won't even be noticeable to users as the validation happens within the apps and services conducting the data transactions. But to make sure it works properly, the organization must define the right policies. In a Zero Trust world, policies are increasingly applied on a case-by-case basis, while artificial intelligence helps constantly review and improve policies. This increases the granularity without compromising the speed of the transaction, and therefore contributing to a better user experience for validated remote workers as they fit the profile required for access. 3. Future-proofed connectivity –The continuing adoption of 5G (opens in new tab) networks, and future roll out of 6G, means networks will be carrying huge amounts of data with an growing number of transactions needing to be validated. The networks are becoming harder to secure, no longer bound by physical landlines. Into this comes Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), which protects users, devices and data using both legacy and cloud networks. This means that no matter where an employee is, and on what network they're using, they can be authenticated and protected. 4. Mindset change – The reality of cyber security has transformed – it's now a case of when breaches will happen, not if. This means having the capabilities to detect breaches in real time and then respond rapidly and decisively to mitigate any resulting impact. With an increasing number of stakeholders (whether regulator, investor, internal management, or customer) having limited tolerance for organizations with a lax security stance and the right response plans in place is absolutely core to the new model. The good news Zero Trust is already here This isn't about applying new types of security to these new approaches; the move towards Zero Trust would be happening whether work was becoming more decentralized or not. Hybrid working is just one aspect of life that is dispersing and the boundaries are blurring. It brings with it security challenges, but are these really that far removed from the challenges of securing multi-cloud environments, or dealing with increasingly sophisticated attacks? Businesses that want to exist in five years' time need to embrace the decentralized organization, which means they need security that follows the same pattern. We've listed the best endpoint protection software. Luigi FreguiaLuigi Freguia is Senior Vice President for EMEA at VMware. Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2Stop saying Mario doesn't have an accent in The Super Mario Bros. Movie3Google Pixel Tablet is what Apple should've done ages ago4RTX 4090 too expensive? 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Google slams the door on dozens of hack for hire groups TechRadar

Google slams the door on dozens of hack for hire groups TechRadar

Google slams the door on dozens of hack-for-hire groups TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Google slams the door on dozens of hack-for-hire groups By Sead Fadilpašić published 1 July 2022 Hack-for-hire groups around the world are being blacklisted (Image credit: Shutterstock) Audio player loading… Google has added dozens of new domains to its blacklist, effectively shutting the door on many hack-for-hire groups across the world. In a new blog post (opens in new tab) published on the Google Threat Analysis Group (TAG) page, the department's director, Shane Huntley, said it's been keeping tabs on numerous hack-for-hire groups since 2012. And today, 37 new domains and websites have been added to its Safe Browsing feature.  These domains, which include the likes of myproject-login[.]shop, mail-goolge[.]com, or rnanage-icloud[.]com, have been split into three distinct categories: groups from the UAE, India and Russia. Raising awareness Google encourages all users, especially high-profile individuals deemed high-risk, to enable Advanced Protection and Google Account Level Enhanced Safe Browsing, and to make sure that all of their endpoints (opens in new tab) are up-to-date. The company's CyberCrime Investigation Group, Huntley further explained, is sharing relevant details and indicators with law enforcement agencies.  "TAG is committed to sharing our findings as a way of raising awareness with the security community, and with companies and individuals that might have been targeted," Huntley said in the blog post. "We hope that improved understanding of the tactics and techniques will enhance threat hunting capability and lead to stronger user protections across the industry."Read more> Best firewalls right now (opens in new tab) > Trend Micro uncovers dangerous new 'hackers for hire' Void Balaur (opens in new tab) > 'Hack for hire' cyberattacks on the rise, Google warns (opens in new tab) Hack-for-hire groups deploy various tactics in their operations, Google has found, with social engineering and phishing remaining the most popular avenues to obtain access and deploy stage-two malware (opens in new tab). Depending on their location, they will target different groups and firms, from government agencies, to journalists, to NGOs, to organizations in the healthcare and telecom sectors. In some cases, Google has observed, Indian hack-for-hire firms will work with third-party private investigative services as intermediaries, to provide data. In other cases, they will employ freelancers that are not directly employed by the target firms themselves.  The full list of group domains Google deemed as malicious can be found on here (opens in new tab). These are the best ransomware protection (opens in new tab) services right now Sead Fadilpašić Sead is a seasoned freelance journalist based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He writes about IT (cloud, IoT, 5G, VPN) and cybersecurity (ransomware, data breaches, laws and regulations). In his career, spanning more than a decade, he's written for numerous media outlets, including Al Jazeera Balkans. He's also held several modules on content writing for Represent Communications. See more Computing news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2Stop saying Mario doesn't have an accent in The Super Mario Bros. Movie3Google Pixel Tablet is what Apple should've done ages ago4RTX 4090 too expensive? Nvidia resurrects another old favorite5More than one million credit card details leaked online1The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me2iPhone 15 tipped to come with an upgraded 5G chip3If this feature succeeds for Modern Warfare 2, Microsoft can't ignore it4Apple October launches: the new devices we might see this month5The Rings of Power episode 8 trailer feels like one big Sauron misdirect Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)

Tour de France 2022 The tech making the world s biggest cycling race the most engaging yet TechRadar

Tour de France 2022 The tech making the world s biggest cycling race the most engaging yet TechRadar

Tour de France 2022 The tech making the world s biggest cycling race the most engaging yet TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Tour de France 2022 The tech making the world s biggest cycling race the most engaging yet By Mike Moore last updated 2 July 2022 As the Tour de France 2022 returns to full strength, so does NTT's tech (Image credit: Shutterstock.com / LANAPhotography) After two painful summers of restricted viewing and fan attendance, the Tour de France 2022 is (confusingly) set to roll out from Copenhagen in Denmark on Friday. The 109th edition of the world's greatest cycling race will be more technology-adept than ever thanks to the ongoing partnership between the Tour and NTT. The official technology partner to race organizer Amaury Sport Organisation (ASO) since 2015, NTT has played a huge role in helping modernize La Grande Boucle. It has some grand plans in store for this year's race as we'll explain below. You can also find out how to watch a 2022 Tour de France live stream here. Expanded twinning Last year saw NTT develop a 'digital twin' of the race in order to allow the ASO real-time visibility of key locations and assets, as well as up-to-the-moment updates of caravan and race arrival times. The digital twin was created using IoT sensors, edge compute and networks alongside its own platforms and mapped against a geo-location model of each stage, and now the initial kinks have been ironed out, an upgraded version is set to be deployed for this year's race, as well as boosting online experiences such as the ASO's live Race Center tracker system for fans. "We're now taking the learnings that we had from that through to this year and expanding that solution out as well," Tim Wade, VP New Ventures and Innovation at NTT, told TechRadar Pro. "We're just trying to make it better for the people who work with the ASO, and their partners, so that they can have a better and more efficient experience while they're working throughout," he added. (Image credit: Shutterstock.com / Radu Razvan) With settings for the 23 stages varying from the windswept Danish coast to mountain-top finishes in the Alps and Pyrenees, having a flexible and mobile way to handle all the data being produced by the race each day is key. Using small sensors mounted beneath the saddle in the race, NTT is able to provide real-time data on speed and GPS location of each rider in the race to the ASO and its broadcast partners every 400 milliseconds. Wade notes that the ASO's partnership with Orange, as well as some hefty portable generators, pays dividends in some of the more extreme stage finishes, particularly as the NTT team on the ground at the race numbers only four. (Image credit: NTT Ltd) It isn't just the male competitors who will be under the TV microscope this summer though, as NTT is also the official technology partner for the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift for 2022. The race marks the first time in over 30 years that a women's Tour de France has taken place alongside the men, and Wade says that NTT is now looking to bring all the tools and services it would for that event to the new one as well. This includes the Race Center hub, which brings together social media and commentary updates, as well as the LeTourData platform, which will provide fans with data-driven insights and AI predictions across Twitter, Instagram, and TV broadcast. "It's exciting to be a part of the first female Tour De France for 30 years," Wade notes, "and the goal for us is to help bring digital equality across to the women's race…making sure there's parity across the two events." "Being able to broaden out and make all the changes from the digital twin work that we're doing -  that is next level from last year." Mike MooreDeputy Editor, TechRadar ProMike Moore is Deputy Editor at TechRadar Pro. He has worked as a B2B and B2C tech journalist for nearly a decade, including at one of the UK's leading national newspapers and fellow Future title ITProPortal, and when he's not keeping track of all the latest enterprise and workplace trends, can most likely be found watching, following or taking part in some kind of sport. Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. 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Elon Musk takes campaign against working from home to another extreme TechRadar

Elon Musk takes campaign against working from home to another extreme TechRadar

Elon Musk takes campaign against working from home to another extreme TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Elon Musk takes campaign against working from home to another extreme By Craig Hale last updated 2 July 2022 Tesla is sending out automated emails to office absentees (Image credit: Getty Images) Audio player loading… Following the rollout of a company-wide ban on remote working, Tesla has begun to take steps against workers who are failing to show up. Office-based Tesla employees must swipe into their workplaces, which registers their attendance. It has now emerged that an automated message is being sent to workers who do not swipe in frequently enough. "You are receiving this email because there is no record of you using your badge to enter a Tesla facility on at least 16 days over the 30-day period ending on June 28," reads the message, shared with The Telegraph. Recipients of the message are reportedly being asked to explain their absence to both line managers and report to a company monitoring system. Tesla returns to office-based working A prior email, sent by Musk to Tesla employees on 31 May 2022, read: "Anyone who wishes to do remote work must be in the office for a minimum (and I mean minimum) of 40 hours per week or depart Tesla. This is less than we ask of factory workers."Read more> Our list of the best productivity tools of 2022 > Hackers can steal your Tesla via Bluetooth > Upgrade your remote work setup with the best online collaboration tools Musk has, however, previously suggested (opens in new tab) that particularly "excellent contributors" may be allowed to work from home. This follows a turbulent week in which 200 staff were fired and a California office closed its doors, as part of a wider operation that will see the company reduce its salaried workforce by 10%. Reportedly, the move should not affect manufacturing staff "building cars, battery packs or installing solar". Overall, hundreds of workers are likely to have been left disappointed by the hard stance on remote working. And with so many companies embracing hybrid working routines globally, the Tesla workforce could be in for a shake-up.Keep your teams on-deadline with the best project management software around Via The Telegraph (opens in new tab) Craig Hale With several years' experience freelancing in tech and automotive circles, Craig's specific interests lie in technology that is designed to better our lives, including AI and ML, productivity aids, and smart fitness. He is also passionate about cars and the electrification of personal transportation. As an avid bargain-hunter, you can be sure that any deal Craig finds is top value! See more Computing news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1One of the world's most popular programming languages is coming to Linux2Apple October launches: the new devices we might see this month3Google's AI editing tricks are making Photoshop irrelevant for most people4You may not have to sell a body part to afford the Nvidia RTX 4090 after all5The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me1Miofive 4K Dash Cam review2Logitech's latest webcam and headset want to relieve your work day frustrations3Best offers on Laptops for Education – this festive season4Intel Raptor Lake flagship CPU hits a huge 8.2GHz overclock5I tried the weirdest-looking Bluetooth speaker in the world, and I utterly adore it Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab) Other versions of this page are available with specific content for the following regions:SuomiDeutschland

New Nothing wireless earbuds leak with an intriguing name TechRadar

New Nothing wireless earbuds leak with an intriguing name TechRadar

New Nothing wireless earbuds leak with an intriguing name TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. New Nothing wireless earbuds leak with an intriguing name By Kevin Lynch published 1 July 2022 Could a cheaper version of the Nothing Ear (1) earbuds be incoming? (Image credit: Aakash Jhaveri) Audio player loading… Not content with unveiling its much-hyped phone (1) later this month, it looks like mysterious new hardware firm Nothing will also soon be unveiling a refreshed version of their Nothing Ear (1) earbuds.  Nothing's noise cancelling earphones were originally released back in 2021, and have already had one much-improved revised version with the release of the Black Edition earlier this year, which we awarded four stars.  It now looks like a further updated version is on its way, after noted leaker Mukul Sharma shared a picture of what appears to be a slightly rejigged set of TWS earbuds called Nothing Ear (1) Stick. In addition to the Nothing Phone (1), there's Nothing Ear (1) Stick coming up too.@CaschysBlog #Nothing #NothingPhone1 #NothingEar1Stick pic.twitter.com/HZORtG4flVJune 30, 2022See more Maintaining the transparent design of the originals, the only real noticeable difference in looks for the purported new earbuds from their predecessors is that they sport two dots at the bottom, while the "Nothing Ear (1)" branding has been replaced by "Ear (1) Stick." The clear difference comes with what looks like an all-new chewing gum pack size case which houses the buds. Unlike the square-shaped, jewellery box style of the originals, this new transparent case has a pocket-friendly rectangular shape and appears to be the inspiration for the new line's name. The images have left some commentators to speculate whether the Stick earbuds could dispense with the Ear (1) 's silicone tips, leading many to suggest that they could be offered as a lower tier model in a similar way to Apple's tipless Airpods, which are in-turn pitched beneath their more expensive silicon-sporting, noise-cancelling AirPod Pros. Analysis They won t cost nothing but could these new buds be a budget option With much of the talk surrounding OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei's new venture currently centred on the eye-watering amounts people have bid on the company's yet to be unveiled first mobile phone, it's somewhat reassuring to see that Nothing may be about to launch a product that won't cost the earth. While there's no official confirmation as yet, the speculation surrounding the leaked pics suggesting the company may be introducing a cheaper, non-noise cancelling version of their earbuds would certainly make sense and would bring Nothing in line with Apple's current earphone offering.  A cheaper version of the Ear (1) that maintained the excellent sound quality of the Black Edition buds released earlier this year would be a welcome new release, while the neat, more ergonomic case is a design we're surprised no one else has previously considered. Whatever the "Truth" is, all looks likely be revealed at Nothing's first proper keynote event on July 12 . Stay tuned to TechRadar for full coverage of the event.  Kevin Lynch Kevin Lynch is a London-born, Dublin-based writer and journalist. The author of Steve Jobs: A Biographic Portrait, Kevin is a regular feature writer for a number of tech sites and the former Technology Editor for the Daily Mirror. He has also served as editor of GuinnessWorldRecords.com (opens in new tab) and has been a member of the judging panel for the BAFTA British Academy Video Game Awards. Alongside reviewing the latest AV gear, smartphones and computers, Kevin also specialises in music tech and can often be found putting the latest DAWs, MIDI controllers and guitar modellers through their paces. Born within the sound of Bow Bells, Kevin is also a lifelong West Ham fan for his troubles. See more Audio news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. 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I let someone else control my hands using gloves designed for VR headsets TechRadar

I let someone else control my hands using gloves designed for VR headsets TechRadar

I let someone else control my hands using gloves designed for VR headsets TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. I let someone else control my hands using gloves designed for VR headsets By Hamish Hector last updated 14 July 2022 Teslasuit gloves let you touch VR like it was real (Image credit: Future Lab) Audio player loading… Trying out haptic wearables at the Future Lab exhibit at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK gave me the opportunity to immerse myself in VR games in a tactile and exciting way - my whole body could touch and feel digital objects as if they were real. That was wild and then, with some haptic wearables for my hands, things got weird.  While trying out the Teslasuit – a full-body haptic suit that was the most immersive VR device I've ever used – I also got to wear the Teslasuit Gloves. Much like the full-body Teslasuit, the Teslasuit Gloves are designed to work with the best VR headsets to make experiences more real using haptics. To do this, it borrows elements from the Teslasuit design. The glove has electrodes placed against each of your fingertips that can output a current from 1mA to 80mA in different patterns to stimulate your muscles and mimic real sensations. The glove kicks things up a level though with a new trick: force feedback, which works in tandem with its motion tracking capabilities. Using an exoskeleton, the glove can impose some mechanical resistance and restrict your finger's movements. When you go to pick up a virtual object – say an apple – your fingers won't be able to move into the space the fruit would occupy if you were holding it for real. You are forced to grip around it. What's more, the glove can use its exoskeleton to manipulate your hands' movement, giving control of your motion to someone else. To get a sense of how force feedback can work, I had to give up one glove to another user while a feature called mirroring was turned on. One of us would be given control at a time and whoever was in charge could move their hand around freely; the other person would feel the exoskeleton gently force their hand to copy whatever the controller was doing with theirs. Letting someone else control my hand was weird (Image credit: Future Lab) Using this tool, I could be made to do a thumbs up, grip an imaginary water bottle, and shake hands with someone who wasn't there. This kind of tech, while a little daunting at first, could pave the way for immersive video game cutscenes or VR films that let you experience what the protagonist is going through. For now, though, the Teslasuit Gloves are being designed with teaching in mind. CEO Sergei Nossoff explained that one application could be training new surgeons, letting them follow along as an expert performs a tricky operation so that the rookies can get a feel for what they should do if faced with similar situations.  Hearing this example it was easy to imagine the gloves being used in reverse, where an inexperienced surgeon could be controlled by an expert many miles away. Though we're still a fair bit away from that. The Teslasuit Gloves felt more like a work-in-progress than the Teslasuit proper, but they were no less exciting. The potential to bring VR objects to life was clear to see – and if I can ever use the gloves again I'd love to play Half-Life Alyx or Resident Evil 4 VR with them on. Or perhaps something where the objects I pick up aren't so creepy – maybe Vacation Simulator. Hamish HectorHamish is a Staff Writer for TechRadar (@Hamish_Hector (opens in new tab) on Twitter) and has been writing about tech for almost five years. He now lends his experience to cover news and reviews across everything on TechRadar (from Computing to Audio to Gaming and the rest). In his free time, you'll likely find Hamish humming show tunes while building Lego or playing D&D with his mates. See more World of tech news TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. 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