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Feb 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft gives business users a cheaper option: Surface USB 4 Dock

Microsoft recently announced a new piece of hardware designed for businesses. It is a USB 4 dock priced at $200. It is an alternative to the current $300 Thunderbolt 4 dock. The user will have access to only three ports in the cheaper model, while the more expensive version offers six

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Jan 31 2025TECHNOLOGY

Intel Processors Taking over The Business Surface Laptops and Tablets

Microsoft has launched new Copilot+ Surface devices for business. These aren't the same as the previous Surface devices because those had Arm-based Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, which didn't interest many it business users. These new Surface machines now have Intel Core Ultra inside. Thin

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Jan 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Won't My USB Charger Work in a Hotel?

Imagine you're on a trip and want to charge your Apple Watch. You plug it into a USB port on a hotel lamp, but after hours, it's still not charged. What gives? A reader from Galveston faced this issue and reached out for answers. USB charging isn't as simple as it seems. You might think all USB por

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Dec 31 2024ENVIRONMENT

Boosting Zoo Animal Well-being: A Practical Guide

Zoo animal welfare is under the microscope these days. While zoos have made strides in care and management, there's still room for improvement. To push things forward, turning theoretical welfare ideas into real-life actions is crucial. Let's start with a well-known definition to set a baseline for

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Dec 29 2024CRIME

The Dynamic Duo: Lawyers Karen and Marc Agnifilo Join Forces

Meet Karen and Marc Agnifilo, a husband-and-wife legal team taking on two of the country's most high-profile cases. From opposing sides of the courtroom, they've now joined forces. Marc is leading rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense against serious charges, while Karen is at the helm of suspected hea

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Dec 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Apple Switches to USB-C: A New Era in Europe

In a move towards a unified charging standard, Apple has stopped selling older iPhone models with its Lightning charging port in Europe. Starting today, the iPhone SE and iPhone 14 series are no longer available in countries like Germany, France, and The Netherlands. This change comes as the Europea

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Dec 21 2024CRIME

A Security Guard's Observation Uncovers a Decade-Long Abuse

Imagine discovering that your husband of 50 years has been drugging you and inviting strangers to rape you while you're unconscious. This is the shocking reality Gisèle Pelicot faced after police approached her in November 2020. She thought they wanted to discuss upskirting allegations against her h

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Nov 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Why the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 is a Tiny Powerhouse

Ever thought a 13-inch laptop could pack a punch? The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 does exactly that. Unveiled at CES 2024, this compact machine isn't just about size, it's about performance. It’s got an Intel Core Ultra processor that can be supercharged to compete with bigger laptops. Plus, it's ver

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Nov 05 2024TECHNOLOGY

Discover the Best Rechargeable Batteries with Built-In USB Charging

Most people still use disposable batteries for devices like TV remotes and clocks. While convenient, they're not great for the environment. Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries have been around for a while, but now there's a new option: batteries with built-in USB charging ports. This means you don't

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Oct 30 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's Next Pixel Tablet: A Workhorse in the Making

Imagine a tablet that can do more than just stream videos or browse the web. Google seems to have that in mind with their upcoming Pixel Tablet 3. According to leaked information, the tech giant is planning to add a second USB-C port to its Tensor G6 chip. This isn't your average port, though. It's

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