The Biden Administration opens $285 million funding for ‘digital twin’ chip research institute

The Biden Administration has opened applications for $285 million in CHIPS Act funding for an institute to develop digital twins for the chip manufacturing industry. The investment aims to speed up silicon design and engineering while boosting national security. It’s part of a multi-billion-dollar push to establish the US as a thriving chip fabrication powerhouse, … Read more

iTunes Music Store opens its doors: Today in Apple history

April 28, 2003: Apple opens the iTunes Music Store, revolutionizing the music industry and digital distribution of content. At a time when getting music online mostly means illegal downloads from pirate services like Napster, iTunes quickly proves that customers will pay for songs — provided the service is good enough. iTunes Music Store opens The … Read more

Samsung XR headset to face stiff competition as Meta opens Horizon OS for other brands

Apple was the first big-name consumer electronics brand to launch a mixed-reality headset. Samsung is expected to launch its own mixed-reality headset later this year. However, by the time Samsung launches its device, it might face stiff competition from brands like ASUS, Lenovo, and even Microsoft. Meta opens up Horizon OS for third-party AR/MR/VR headsets … Read more

Best Buy Opens Up Sitewide Sale With Record Low Prices on M3 MacBook Air, iPad, and Much More

Best Buy this weekend has a big sale on Apple MacBooks and iPads, including new all-time low prices on the M3 MacBook Air, alongside the best prices we’ve ever seen on MacBook Pro, iPad, and more. Some of these deals require a My Best Buy Plus or My Best Buy Total membership, which start at … Read more

Apple opens the iPhone App Store to game emulators

The App Store will soon list game emulators for download. Photo: Apple Apple is opening its walled garden to game emulators. The company has updated the App Store guidelines to reflect that developers can now list game emulators for download worldwide. Additionally, the updated guidelines make it easier for music streaming apps to redirect users … Read more

EU Opens Non-Compliance Investigations into Apple, Meta, and Google

Apple’s compliance with new EU laws designed to rein in the market power of big tech companies is set to be investigated by regulators, the European Commission has announced. The Commission said on Monday that non-compliance investigations have been opened against Apple, Google, and Meta, under the new Digital Markets Act (DMA). The probe into … Read more

Apple Jing’an store opens to huge crowds in Shanghai

Many customers looked psyched to have the new store. Photo: Apple The newest Apple Store, Apple Jing’An, opened to crowds of appreciative customers Thursday in Shanghai, China. Apple called it a “one-of-a-kind” shopping destination. The expansive new store is surrounded by a plaza next to the landmark Jing’an Temple. See the stunning photographs below. New … Read more

Raspberry Pi Coolest Projects 2024 registration opens

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has just opened up registration for an exciting event that’s perfect for young tech enthusiasts. If you’re under 18 and have a passion for digital making and computing, you’ll want to hear about Coolest Projects 2024. This is more than just a competition; it’s a chance to showcase your digital creations … Read more

Shuffle Wallet opens like a deck of cards – NFC – RFID blocking

If you are searching for a quick way to access your credit cards you might be interested in the Shuffle Wallet. Specifically designed offer you swift access to your necessities, ensuring that your personal information is safeguarded at all times. The standout feature of the Shuffle Wallet is its unique deck-of-cards opening mechanism. This clever … Read more

Samsung Screen Experience Zone opens at CES

Samsung has unveiled its latest high-end TVs at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and they have now opened the Samsung Screen Experience Zone at CES where they are showcasing all of their latest TV and displays. With more consumers desiring quality appliances to enjoy various forms of entertainment, Samsung has consistently sought to … Read more