Some M1 Macs are exhibiting Bluetooth issues

With Apple’s refreshed MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro and Mac mini computers powered by the company’s M1 laptop chip in customers’ hands now, we’re starting to see first reports of the inevitable teething issues that accompany every new hardware launch. Some of the affected customers have vented their frustration with Bluetooth connectivity plaguing these new Mac models inRedditforums.MacRumorsreports that ‌Mac mini‌ owners appear to be worst affected, “with the problems compounded by the fact that many rely on wireless peripherals to interact with their Mac to free up available ports....

July 25, 2025 · 2 min · 260 words · Nina Rogers

Tech for readers 2024: One librarian's dream gift guide

Spending eight years as a reference librarian, instructor of information literacy, and even a library director, along with completing a Masters in Library Science, it’s safe to say, I’m a huge fan of books and information access. I am also the copyeditor here at Pocket-lint. Our reviews, how-tos, and head-to-head comparison articles covering all the tech that I dream of scooping up, come through my desk. So, let me be your expert guide on what tech to gift the book-lovers in your life....

July 25, 2025 · 16 min · 3356 words · Regina Norris MD

The average life span of your hard drive will shock you

If you’ve ever had a hard disk drive (HDD) fail on you, you’re certainly not alone. It turns out that this is actually a lot more common than most people think. According to research carried out across a sample of over failed 17,000 hard drives, the failure occurred after only two years and 6 months. Does that make the HDD one of the weakest components inside your PC? Cloud storage and backup company Backblaze released an interestingreportabout the average time it takes for an HDD to fail....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 483 words · Donald Moore

The Bear Season 3 Review — Television’s Best Show Remains An American Classic

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Here at FandomWire, we review the Hulu and FX series The Bear Season 3. The article does not contain spoilers. I said it once, but it “bears” repeating: FX’sThe Bearremains an American classic despite a season that will disappoint many. Creator Christopher Storer has developed a show like no other on television, producing anxiety-inducing stress and tension that can pivot on a dime and lead directly to jaw-dropping breaking points....

July 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1185 words · Abigail Johnson

These Are Some Of The Worst Cummins Engines Of All Time, According To Owners

These Are Some Of The Worst Cummins Engines Of All Time, According To Owners You don’t have to be a diesel-head to have heard about Cummins engines. The Indiana-based diesel truck engine manufacturer has outdone itself in developing some of the strongest and reliable engines in the market. Cummins engines power a wide range of applications, from heavy-duty pickups like the Ram 2500 and 3500 HD, the Nissan Titan XD, and Isuzu trucks, to commercial vehicles and industrial machinery....

July 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1187 words · Sierra Alvarez

This Mars Orbiter Is Finally Getting A Software Update From Windows 98

This Mars Orbiter Is Finally Getting A Software Update From Windows 98 Designing, building, and testing a spacecraft isn’t cheap — not to mention the cost of launching it and sending it on a journey to another planet. That means once a spacecraft is in place, like the Mars Express spacecraft which is in orbit around Mars, it stays there for as long as possible, so scientists and researchers can get the most use out of it....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 498 words · Paul Estrada

Three more regional carriers get to sell the iPhone next Friday

You can addBluegrass Cellular, Golden State Cellular andNex-Tech Wirelessto your list of regional wireless operators that get to carry the iPhone in the United States, alongside the big three carriers (AT&T, Verizon Wireless and Sprint). According to the press releases out this morning, these wireless operators will offer both the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S beginning next Friday, May 18, with $50 discounts. Both handsets will require a standard two-year commitment and will be priced at $149 for the entry-level 16GB iPhone 4S model and $49 for its predecessor, the 8GB iPhone 4…...

July 25, 2025 · 2 min · 285 words · Rebecca Huff

Today’s NYT Connections Sports Edition #288 Hints, Answers – August 01, 2025

Today’s NYT Connections Sports Edition #288 Hints, Answers – June 06, 2025 Are you a sports fanatic who loves to see how things connect on the field and beyond? Let’s dive into the world of the NYT’s much-anticipated Connections Sports Edition game! Just like its popular sibling, NYT Connections, this game challenges you to categorize four similar sports-related words into a cohesive group. It’s a thrilling test of your athletic vocabulary and your ability to spot subtle links between terms....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 536 words · Joseph Blake

Warzone bringing back iconic Verdansk POI in Season 5 Urzikstan update

Warzone bringing back iconic Verdansk POI in Season 5 Urzikstan update Superstore was among the most fun and chaotic POIs to land on in Verdansk. And after four years, the iconic supermarket is again opening its doors to customers. Call of Dutyconfirmedthat Atlas Superstore will be a new POI on Urzikstan in Season 5. The store looks very similar to its original iteration, but there are a few new additions, including a zipline on the side of the building and one that descends down into the store....

July 25, 2025 · 2 min · 341 words · Scott Chandler

What is lossless audio?

Lossless audio is becoming a more common offering on variousmusic streaming platforms, and you might be wondering what the deal is. The term will be familiar to anyone in audiophile circles, but to the average person, it may be a bit of an enigma. So what does it even mean? What do you “lose” with other kinds of audio? Thankfully, with a bit of explanation, the concept of lossless audio and compression aren’t too difficult to grasp....

July 25, 2025 · 7 min · 1400 words · William Rodriguez

Where to Find Information About Maya in Lucas' Office in Life is Strange: Double Exposure

Maya is a mysterious character inLife is Strange: Double Exposureas she is the best friend of Safi, who died a few years ago. Her work while at Caledaon University has come up as a topic with Lucas, and you’ll find out more info about her in his office somewhere. Here’s how to find information about her in the shady professor’s digs. How to Get Into Lucas' Office and Find Info About Maya Towards the beginning of your visit to Lucas' office, he is quite chummy with Max, especially ifyou don’t take the picture of the harassment court claims in his briefcase....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Christine Oneal

Where to find Thief’s and Magician’s Glove in Star Ocean The Second Story R

Pickpocketing is one of the many specialties available in Star Ocean The Second Story R and can get you some good rewards, even at the cost of friendship levels. Here’s where to find Thief’s and Magician’s Glove to do just that in Star Ocean The Second Story R. Related:How to unlock a specialty in Star Ocean The Second Story R How to find Thief’s and Magician’s Glove in Star Ocean The Second Story R Let’s start with the Magician’s Glove, which can be acquired via specialties....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 560 words · Crystal Hall

Why you should be using Google Home Routines

Nest Hub Max is the perfect size for the kitchen — though you might have to put up with getting kitchen gunk on it.Phil Nickinson / Digital Trends One of the best reasons to useGoogle Homeis its support for Routines. Allowing you to perform multiple actions (or toggle several devices) at the press of a button, Routines are an excellent way to streamline your life. They work with hundreds of devices — giving you remarkable freedom to craft a piece of automation that fits your lifestyle....

July 25, 2025 · 5 min · 878 words · Diana Flores