Apple's M1 processor spotlights Intel's chip challenges

From CNET: Apple's custom-built M1 processor and the new MacBook Airs, MacBook Pros and Mac Minis that use it are a problem for Intel. The divorce proceedings will last about two years as the prestigious customer gradually ejects Intel's chips from its personal computers.

But Intel isn't doomed...

Fractal launches Meshify 2

From Fractal Design Press Release: Fractal Design today announced the eagerly awaited Meshify 2. Not only does the Meshify 2 range stay true to its legacy in terms of uncompromising design – it also comes with welcome additions like a movable wall for enhanced flexibility, a fully removable top...

Spotify is acquiring podcast hosting company Megaphone for $235 million

From The Verge: Spotify’s making another big podcasting acquisition. This time, it’s buying podcast hosting company Megaphone for $235 million, according to a source close to the companies. The deal doesn’t affect Spotify’s own podcasts — it already hosted its shows on Megaphone — but it does mean...

Take-Two Is Buying Codemasters

From PC Mag: Take-Two Interactive, which already owns high-profile developers including 2K and Rockstar Games, has announced its intention to acquire UK-based publisher and developer Codemasters.

An agreement between the two companies has been reached which values Codemasters at $994 million, with...

Uber rolls out Reserve, letting riders book trips 30 days in advance

From CNET: Uber is now letting riders book a trip in advance with a new feature called Uber Reserve. The ride-hailing company says the idea is to make it as easy as possible for people to manage their schedules. Uber Reserve is different from the company's scheduling feature in that it now has a...

Take Your Game to The Next Level - CORSAIR Acquires GamerSensei

From Corsair Press Release: CORSAIR is pleased to announce it has acquired Gamer Sensei, the world’s biggest esports coaching platform.

Founded in 2016, Gamer Sensei connects gamers of all skill levels, from rookies to aspiring professionals, with experienced coaches who are more than just top...

Apple suspends new business with iPhone supplier over labor violations

From CNET: Apple has frozen the signing of any new business contracts with Pegatron, one of its key suppliers, after the Taiwanese company was found to be breaking the iPhone maker's supply chain rules. Apple discovered that Pegatron had falsified paperwork and misclassified workers in order to...

Philips SHP9600 Review (Page 1 of 4)

One of my friends entered university this fall and decided to take a first-year programming course. As this is under the computer sciences department, he is now learning Python. I am not entirely sure what engineering kids are learning now, but I know I started with C++ and I have not looked back since. My friend is not in engineering nor is he pursuing a degree in computer sciences, but I have always said everyone should learn a bit of...

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