Artem S. Tashkinov writes: The Register reports that it is possible to crash network-facing Linux servers, PCs, smartphones and tablets, and gadgets, or slow down their network connections, by sending them a series of maliciously crafted packets. It is also possible to hamper FreeBSD machines with the same attack. Patches and mitigations are available, and can be applied by hand if…
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Robotic surgery is turning out to be an expensive fad
The rapid rise of robot-aided surgery ignores the fact that high-tech gadgets don’t always improve treatment outcomes but do increase costs Source: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg24232342-300-robotic-surgery-is-turning-out-to-be-an-expensive-fad/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home…
iTunes Expected To Be Retired After Over 18 Years
While it was initially reported that iTunes would live on in macOS 10.15, it now looks like the app will be retired, over 18 years after it was introduced by the late Steve Jobs at Macworld on January 9, 2001. MacRumors reports: Apple will be replacing iTunes with standalone Music, TV, and Podcasts apps in the next major version of macOS,…
Walmart Debuts Three Sub-$100 Tablets With Google Services
Walmart is rolling out three Android-powered tablets this week, all priced under $100. From a report: The devices, under Walmart’s Onn store brand, include an 8-inch version for $64, a 10.1-inch model for $79 and one at the same larger size with a detachable keyboard for $99, the retailer said in an email Monday. All have Google’s Android operating system, 16…
Why the UK’s grand plan to stop gadgets turning against us is flawed
Internet-connected gizmos from kettles to TVs are an underestimated security risk. But the UK government’s response ignores the biggest risk – ourselves, says Chris Stokel-Walker Source: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2201513-why-the-uks-grand-plan-to-stop-gadgets-turning-against-us-is-flawed/?utm_campaign=RSS%7CNSNS&utm_source=NSNS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=home…
These Robodogs Are Even Scarier When They Start Working In a Pack
That sound, that sound, as they come marching.Read more…Source: https://gizmodo.com/these-robodogs-are-even-scarier-when-they-start-working-1834086558…
As Apple Moves Into Streaming, Netflix Kills Support for AirPlay
Streaming giant Netflix has dropped native support for Apple’s AirPlay, with the company revising its support guidelines to state that the switch is “due to technical limitations,” Cult of Mac wrote on Saturday. Read more… Source: https://gizmodo.com/as-apple-moves-into-streaming-netflix-kills-support-fo-1833863148
Watch a YouTuber Block Flames With a DIY ‘Sekiro’ Umbrella Shield
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a difficult game made easier through an array of ninja gadgets. One of the best gadgets, hands down, is the loaded umbrella shield—a spiral of steel that protects the player from projectiles. YouTuber-slash-mad-scientist Colin Furze wanted to see if he could recreate Sekiro’s folded umbrella for himself. Shockingly, it worked,… Continue reading Watch a YouTuber Block Flames With a DIY ‘Sekiro’ Umbrella Shield