Tech

Keyless car theft is on the rise. This is how to protect yourself.

They appear like ghosts in the night, standing outside your house, one holding up an antenna while the other crouches next to the car parked on the driveway. Within seconds, your car is gone, yet another victim amid a surge in auto theft enabled by the technology designed to make it easier to unlock and start vehicles. Auto technology has …

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Freak robot made in China can learn, think, work like humans

Sometimes, you have to see it to believe it. And in rare cases, like this one, it freaks out observers watching. In the ever-expanding world of humanoid robots, a new star is rising, and its name is Astribot. The Chinese company’s latest creation, the S1 model, is turning heads with its astonishing speed and precision. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE …

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Even with glitches, planning your next trip with AI is making me rethink travel

With vacation planning, most people fall into two camps: those who love planning and those who hate it. Artificial intelligence tools like GuideGeek, developed by Matador Network and accessible via Meta’s Messenger app, offer a glimpse into a future where vacation planning is as simple as sending a text. Yet, as we lean into this new era, it’s clear that …

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Handy hidden features on Instagram, X and Facebook

If you’re one Facebook argument away from lighting your social media accounts on fire, I don’t blame you. Before you log out for good, I’ve got a few hidden features that’ll make using your social media accounts stink a little less. We’re giving away an iPhone 15.Enter to win now! Stop video autoplay Facebook: Maybe you want to scroll at …

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Suit up for the stars: SpaceX’s new era of space fashion

SpaceX is not just launching rockets but a new era of space exploration with its cutting-edge extravehicular activity (EVA) suits. As we stand on the cusp of the first-ever private space walk in 2024, let’s dive into the details of this revolutionary gear. EVA space suit (SpaceX) Fashion meets functionality in space Bridging the gap between style and practicality, SpaceX …

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True or false: If you get a pop-up message, you should pull the plug on your computer immediately

In today’s digital age, it’s not uncommon to be on the receiving end of some unsolicited and potentially malicious online advice. Take, for instance, the concern raised by “Barbara,” who reached out with a question that might have crossed many minds: “Hi, Kurt. I can’t remember if I read this online or someone told me about it, but when you …

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How to safeguard your older PC

Whether you have an older PC lying around your home or you’re considering buying a used/refurbished PC to save money, there’s nothing wrong with doing this. However, there is one problem you should know about: older computers can be more vulnerable to security threats because they haven’t been given updates in a long time. This not only puts you at …

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Floating wind turbine in Maine proves resilient in storm simulation, researchers say

As waves grew and gusts increased, a wind turbine bobbed gently, its blades spinning with a gentle woosh. The tempest reached a crescendo with little drama other than splashing water. The uneventful outcome is exactly what engineers aimed for. The demonstration featuring a 13-foot-tall floating wind turbine in an indoor pool aimed to ensure it can withstand the strain of …

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How to change camera zoom levels on your iPhone

Have you ever gone to take a photo and wished you could capture it with just the right amount of zoom on your iPhone? Well, if you’re the proud owner of an iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max, you’re in luck because these devices have an amazing camera setup. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, QUICK …

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AI is permeating American culture, but radiologists hesitant to place patients' health in an algorithm's hands

How good would an algorithm have to be to take over your job? It’s a new question for many workers amid the rise of ChatGPT and other AI programs that can hold conversations, write stories and even generate songs and images within seconds. For doctors who review scans to spot cancer and other diseases, however, AI has loomed for about …

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