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According to early Geekbench 5 scores posted by Benchleaks (opens in new tab) on Twitter, the Apple M1 Ultra hits 1,793 in the single-core test and 24,055 for the multi-core score. As pointed out by our colleagues over at Tom’s Hardware (opens in new tab), who have extensively tested the Threadripper 3990X, AMD’s chip scores 1,213 in the single-core test and 25,133 in the multi-core test. So going by these early benchmarks — we stress that they are early — the M1 Ultra can beat the Threadripper 3990X in the single-core score and comes very close to beating it in the multi-core score, an area where Threadripper chips excel with their mass of cores and capacity for handling multithreaded workloads....

Not only is it a great-looking machine in its minimalism, but it sports a ton of top-spec ports. With USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 4, gigabit ethernet and two display outputs, you have a ton of options given how small this PC is. You can even add a 2.5-inch SATA drive to the PC. The 11th-gen processor as tested has great performance, too. As you’ll see in this Mini IT11 review, this is the mini PC I’d recommend for most people....

In much the same way as Lexus offers a high-end step up from the regular Toyota brand, Genesis does a nice line in premium, especially when it comes to interiors —, and the GV60 looks to be no exception. Of course, Genesis is already a well-established premium auto brand in the U.S. with a promising portfolio of quality models including the G70, G80, Electrified G80 and G90. It’s also got a couple of slick SUVs in the shape of the GV70 and GV80....

As an awards show fueled by public voting, the Golden Joysticks attracts millions of votes each year to recognize some of the world’s best games, developers, publishers and personalities from across the past 12 months. Gaming fans will be invited to vote in 18 categories including ‘Best Storytelling’, ‘Best Studio’, ‘Most Wanted’ and the coveted ‘Ultimate Game of the Year’, with three additional ‘Critics Choice Awards’ being awarded on the night....

So how are they stacking up? Google’s latest audio release is a formidable option that delivers the best Google Assistant experience of any model in the category. It packages strong active noise cancellation (ANC) and Bluetooth multipoint into a stylish and discrete design. The additions of a Volume EQ and spatial audio (scheduled for release later this year) also elevate the Pixel Buds Pro’s audio performance. There are many reasons why Apple’s flagship buds are considered a modern-day classic, however....

The complicated sci-fi drama, which saw amusement parks for the rich filled with AI-powered ‘hosts’ to entertain and terrify their guests, ends after Westworld season 4, which bowed out this past August. The Hollywood Reporter (opens in new tab) broke the news. Westworld was critically admired out of the gate, but somewhere around the second and third season, things fell apart. The series had yet to finish telling its labyrinthine story, but HBO and HBO Max are part of the Warner Bros Discovery empire, which is more budget-focused than before....

Having a lower DTI improves your chances of loan approval, as you’ll show lenders you have the means to pay your loans on time and therefore are more reliable. Calculating your debt-to-income ratio before applying for a loan can help you understand how a lender might qualify your application. Here’s how to do so. How to calculate debt-to-income ratio Determining your debt-to-income ratio is done by dividing your total monthly debt by your total monthly income....

Easy Mode on Samsung smartphones replaces the default home screen with a simpler one with larger text, which is perfect for smartphone newcomers, as well as young or elderly users. Easy Mode also adds a delay to the touch-and-hold response time, helping avoid mistaken touches. And it makes the keyboard easier to see by applying a high contrast theme to it, though this only applies if you’re using the default Samsung keyboard....

However, Venmo also has another option for users - the Venmo Mastercard Debit Card. The card functions just like any other Mastercard, letting you make everyday purchases with your Venmo balance. Venmo users with the Venmo Mastercard Debit Card have the option to add money from a verified bank account directly to their Venmo balance (opens in new tab). It’s super simple and takes just a few steps. So if you have a Venmo Mastercard Debit Card and want to add money to your Venmo balance, simply follow the instructions below:...

Normally, any audio you’re playing turns off automatically when you start recording a video on an iOS device. But there’s a hack. If you use the QuickTake video option available on recent iPhone models, you can bypass this limitation and give your clips whatever soundtrack the moment . If you’ve been waiting to make an iPhone music video but without needing to download separate apps or having a second device playing a song in the background, now’s your chance....

As a new user of iOS 15 myself, by way of the iPhone 13, I recently came across a feature tucked away in the Settings app that made me feel less regret about putting my Pixel 6 to one side. Hidden in the Accessibility section of the Settings app is a feature that’s similar to the Quick Tap feature on Pixel phones that’s been marketed by Google since it was introduced to the Pixel 5 as part of its Android 12 update....

While weight loss isn’t necessarily easy, there’s a simple equation behind it. To lose weight, you’ll need to burn more calories than you take in — this is called being in a calorie deficit. A workout on a rowing machine burns a significant number of calories in a short time, which can make it a great tool in your weight loss strategy. Rowing machines can work an incredible 85% of muscles in the body, which makes it an efficient way to work out for those that are short on time....

Though the process of removing image backgrounds in macOS Ventura is simple, it’s somewhat hidden. That’s where we step in to help. Below, we’ll show you how to remove backgrounds from photos on a Mac. This feature works relatively well on inanimate objects, pets and people, though it can sometimes pick up background elements. For the most part, though, you should be able to remove backgrounds from images without too much hassle....

Renting an electric car for a trip may not have all the same long-term benefits as buying your own EV, true, but there are still benefits. Like not paying for gasoline, or having more interior space. Rental companies are offering more and more electric options, so here’s how you can rent an electric car next time you go on vacation. Which rental companies carry electric cars? Electric cars are no longer the niche machines they once were....

Just because creating an Android hotspot is useful, that doesn’t mean Android makes it obvious that it’s available. So don’t worry if you don’t know — we’ll show you how it’s done. Note that some carriers charge more when using your phone as a hotspot, so remember to check with your provider in case you do accidentally end up racking up a huge phone bill (or check out the best cheap cell phone plans to get a better package)....

Bear in mind that every Android phone is slightly different from all the others, and manufacturers often add their own steps to the setup. The setup process on Android is pretty straightforward, but if you’re wondering how to narrow down the options at your disposal, follow our step-by-step guide. And remember: You can always reset and try again. How to set up an Android phone Insert your SIM card into your new phone....

It’s fairly straightforward to change your Apple ID, as it’s just a matter of entering the right passwords and deciding what to do with any locally saved data. The steps below will walk you through the process of signing out of the currently in-use Apple ID, and then through signing back in with the second Apple ID. In addition to our handy tutorials, we also have a wide range of expertly crafted buying guides to help you make the right purchase....

Emoji are so ubiquitous in today’s culture that it’s easy to forget the actual benefit they provide — allowing us to express emotion, context or dog faces in otherwise emotion-less, context-less and dog-less bodies of text. Adding a laughing face to an email can reveal the intention behind it, preventing your words inadvertently coming across as rude, abrupt or even aggressive. So although they may seem a superficial by-product of the age of social media, emoji actually provide very important social cues, which is why it’s important to be able to use them on all platforms, including Windows PCs....

Knowing how to wash a pillow isn’t that tedious, and there are different methods for each type of pillow. But don’t panic, we’ve broken down the instructions for you. Whether you use a polyester, feather or memory foam pillow, here’s how to wash it. If you’re always washing, these 3 hacks will speed up laundry day. Why not try out this bed-making hack that went viral to make your life easier, as well as how to put on a duvet cover in four easy steps....

In years past, the Independent Spirit Awards aired on the Saturday before the Oscars. Their schedule has shifted, so now they take place as Academy members are voting. The 2022 Spirit Award film nominees include The Lost Daughter, Drive My Car, Summer of Soul, Mike Mills, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Simon Rex, Ruth Negga and Oscar nominee Troy Kotsur. TV nominees include Reservation Dogs, We Are Lady Parts, The Underground Railroad, Lee Jung-Jae of Squid Game....