Let's Talk Tech
Windows 11 24H2 is pushing out to preview channels.
It took a little while, but I FINALLY got it running on my Robo & Kala! The big promise from Microsoft is improved X86 emulation support for X Elite chips, but does this mean we’ll see performance gains on older ARM PCs?
Let’s find out! Continue reading “Windows 11 24H2 Update Made My ARM Tablet Faster!”
The folks at Getac are sponsoring this look at a one of the toughest laptops I’ve ever had the pleasure of test driving. The V110 G7 is a chunky appliance of a convertible, but this build quality is fantastic for folks who need a more durable computer.
I took it out on a road trip, and I have a LOT of thoughts! Continue reading “Getac V110 G7 RUGGED Convertible Laptop! MILITARY GRADE TOUGH!”
X Elite Laptop REACTIONS!
The new Snapdragon chip is FINALLY coming to new computers! I’m looking up the new systems, and reacting to configurations and prices! Here’s what you need to know if you’re shopping a Windows on ARM notebook PC!
TECH NEWS! This week is going to be a shorter show because of my voice, but we still have PLENTY to chat about!
Microsoft is hosting a Windows on ARM Surface event right before their BUILD developer conference! Arizona is suing Amazon over anti-competitive business practices! The Dead Internet theory might be true after looking at new research on link rot. Qualcomm announces support of Linux on these new ARM chips!
And we HAVE to talk about how much wireless charging sucks…
Let’s get our tech week started right!
ONEPLUS 12 CONTROVERSY!
It’s a little concerning. My phone keeps trying to connect to a mystery network, listed as an ISP WiFi that (to my knowledge) doesn’t do business here in California. Has anyone else seen something like this?
What’s going on?
Reddit post referenced https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/1buly3i/why_does_my_op12_keep_automatically_connecting_to/
Acemagic AD08 Review is FINALLY done!
This was a seriously delayed video for me. Dealing with malware, and taking more time to carefully clean out the computer, I’ve talked about this experience a lot already. Still, there’s a box with a processor in it, and there’s still a question I need to answer.
Is a Core i9 overkill in a system like this? Continue reading “Acemagic AD08 Mini PC Review: Is a Core i9 Wasted Here?”
Google I/O is here!
I just finished the keynote, and I have a LOT of thoughts. We’re seeing some fun demonstrations of Gemini services. New ways to help people sort and organize their information are always welcome, but with more AI in search, how do we deal with concerns about website traffic eroding? Continue reading “Google I/O 2024 Reactions: Will AI Search Destroy YOUR Website Traffic?”
The Team Pixel folks sent me a care package with some fun travel gear and a Pixel 8a! Looking forward to setting this phone up, and getting out of the office for some fun adventures!
Continue reading “Pixel 8a Unboxing and Travel Care Package from Team Pixel!”