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Wi-Fi 7, or 802.11be, offers a significant advancement in wireless connectivity with support for wider channels of up to 320 MHz, doubling the bandwidth of Wi-Fi 6E and enabling high data throughput in the 6GHz band. Multi-Link Operation (MLO) allows for simultaneous connections across multiple frequency bands, promising smoother connections in crowded environments. With theoretical speeds of 46 Gbps and advanced technologies like beamforming and 4096-QAM modulation, Wi-Fi 7 provides increased efficiency and performance for...

Analysts predict that the folding iPhone will launch in 2026 with a starting price of $2,300, making a release this year unlikely. The high price tag is expected to be significantly higher than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, reflecting consumers' willingness to pay for premium Apple products. While these are just predictions, the growing evidence suggests that Apple is gearing up to enter the foldable phone market in the near future. Full Article

TikTok has introduced a new Security Checkup dashboard to help users easily review and update their account security settings, allowing them to add backup login methods, enable two-step verification, and monitor device access. The tool will flag any unusual activity for users to review, as tech companies like TikTok and Apple continue to enhance security measures and provide more control over account settings. Additionally, TikTok recently launched parental control features for monitoring teens' app usage,...

In August 2024, National Public Data (NPD) suffered a massive data breach affecting 2.9 billion records, leading to bankruptcy due to financial strain. The breach underscored the importance of proactive security measures, as highlighted by NordStellar's threat exposure management platform. With 716 million user contacts leaked on the dark web in 2024, businesses faced an average data breach cost of $4.88 million, emphasizing the need for early threat detection and prevention. Full Article

Streaming platforms like Netflix are aggressively pursuing YouTubers like Dude Perfect and Mark Rober for big streaming deals, following the success of MrBeast's Beast Games. Amazon has reportedly made over $100 million in profit from the show and is negotiating for two more seasons with MrBeast asking over $150 million per season. Netflix has approached Rober and Dude Perfect, but its restrictions on sales promotions in shows it funds have been a sticking point in...

Baidu has introduced two new AI models, Ernie 4.5 and Ernie X1, with the latter boasting performance comparable to DeepSeek R1 at a lower cost and the former showcasing high EQ for understanding memes and satire. Both models offer multimodal capabilities for processing video, images, audio, and text. Despite initial struggles with adoption, Baidu plans to release Ernie 5 later this year with further multimodal improvements. Full Article