Microsoft unveils new custom chips: the Azure Boost DPU, its first data processing unit, and the Azure Integrated HSM, a new in-house cloud security chip (Kyle Wiggers/TechCrunch)

Frank Grillo, who voices Rick Flag Sr in Creature Commandos, believes the character's vulnerability and humanity make him the most tragic in the series, especially following the death of his son, Rick Flag Jr in The Suicide Squad. Flag Sr's relationships with fellow humans, such as Amanda Waller and Princess Ilana, showcase his conflicted nature and grounded humanity in the face of superpowered comrades. Grillo's portrayal of Flag Sr's steamy fling with Ilana required intense...

An upcoming WhatsApp update will no longer support iOS versions prior to 15.1, affecting iPhone 5s, 6, and 6 Plus users who will need to upgrade to a newer iPhone by May 5, 2025. Users are advised to back up chats to iCloud and consider purchasing a new iPhone like the iPhone SE 4 or explore Android for continued WhatsApp access. Full Article

Cyber Monday is nearing its end, offering great deals on tech products like computers, TVs, mattresses, and headphones. The Galaxy Watch 7, Echo Show 8, OLED TV, AirPods Max, Echo Frames, Kindle Oasis, and Dyson V8 are among the top deals available. CNET is updating their page with the best Cyber Monday deals, including TVs like the Hisense 85-inch Google TV with a built-in subwoofer and the 2024 TV with Dolby Atmos. Outdoor TVs are...

In this annual series on budget gaming PC builds for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the $585 1080p Cyber Monday build stands out with its AMD Ryzen 7 5700X processor and 32GB of Corsair DDR4 memory, providing a solid foundation for future upgrades. Despite challenges like rising SSD costs and stagnant graphics card releases, this build offers a capable setup for 1080p gaming with 60fps on High settings, showcasing the value of combo-chaining deals to...

Cyber Monday has evolved from being a specific date to more of a vibe, especially with Black Friday deals extending well beyond a single day due to a late Thanksgiving in the US. This year, the discounts on phones and accessories have been available before Thanksgiving and have continued into the following week. The new Cyber Monday vibe allows shoppers to find online deals any day they please, creating a more flexible and extended shopping...

Amazon offers significant discounts on its Echo speakers, Fire tablets, and Kindle e-readers during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, in addition to Prime Day. Deals include the Echo for $55, Echo Dot for $23, Kindle Paperwhite for $130, Blink Mini 2 camera for $35, and Fire HD 10 tablet for $75. The sales also feature new releases like the Fire Max 11 tablet and Ring pan and tilt security camera at discounted prices. Full Article