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Google’s tightening key security on Android with a longer (but better) chain of trust Google is “upgrading” how key attestation works on Android, implementing what it calls Remote Key Provisioning. I know this sounds like just another overly technical security thing (and it is), but it could have a real impact on customers by establishing a longer but more secure chain of trust, enhancing their security. But, perhaps best of all, this changecouldpotentiallyfix a lot of little issues Android phones run into as a result of hardware-backed security problems, like more gracefully recovering from security vulnerabilities....

Warning: This article contains spoilers forGladiator 2. The final scene ofGladiator 2leaves the door open forGladiator 3, and Ridley Scott has already discussed some of his tantalizing ideas for the potential threequel. The originalGladiatorwas a perfectly told standalone story that could’ve stood on its own merits without a sequel. The only reason to make a sequel was that the first film thematically explores the concept of legacy and the implications of today’s actions on tomorrow (“What we do in this life echoes in eternity”)....

It’s fun to imagine what else you can do with your old digital photos. Creating a 3D pop-out effect in Adobe Photoshop is ideal for making others notice your efforts on social media posts or as a creative photography project. Minimum Requirements The pop-out effect is a creative technique in which parts of an image appear to jump out from their boundaries, creating a dynamic 3D effect. You will need these resources to complete this tutorial: This is how the finished project will look like: I’m using Adobe Photoshop’s latest version, but you may also try this on older versions....

Roblox is a popular game that’s been around since 2006. The aging-game-turned-metaverse shows no signs of slowing down, with more than 500 million downloads on the Google Play Store and countless others across all compatible platforms. It’s a great place for young gamers to express their creativity while providing an outlet to create gaming experiences. You can download Roblox on various platforms and operating systems, including Android or Apple, Windows or Mac computers, some consoles, andAmazon Fire OS....

How to Stop Quora Email Spam Quora is a great place to find answers to questions you didn’t even know you had, and indeed ones that you have searched for. While Quora is a great platform that you can get many benefits from, you may have noticed the high rate of emails they send you. If you’re looking for a way to reduce or outright stop any Quora emails from reaching your email inbox, you’ve come to the right place....

Summary TheHulk’s physical strength is utterly unparalleled, especially compared to every other hero or villain on Earth, though it wasn’t until the Hulk nearly killedDeadpoolthat he got the chance to prove it. Throughout his Marvel Comics history, the Hulk has gone up against the most powerful characters in his established universe, and all that time, he very rarely flexes his true strength by going all-out on his opponent - andDeadpool’s R-rated injuryconfirms why....

Summary When Netflix canceledShadow and Bone, I was beyond disappointed, yet this recent update fromSan Diego Comic-Cononly made my heart ache more. In 2021, Netflix took on a television adaptation of Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse. These fantasy book series followed multiple characters, and portrayed the trials and tribulations of magical individuals called Grisha. For two seasons, the show laid out the storylines of theShadow and Bonetrilogy and part of theSix of Crowsduology....

I’ve been using Perplexity Assistant instead of Google Assistant, and the difference is night and day. It handles complex tasks effortlessly and feels more intuitive. After experiencing this level of convenience, I might never go back. Why Perplexity Assistant Is Better Than Google Assistant When I first switched toPerplexity Assistant, I wasn’t expecting much. However, I immediately noticed how much smoother and more intuitive it felt compared to Google Assistant....

Quick Links Ubuntu 24.04’s release in April 2024 followed the biannual Long-Term Support (LTS) schedule for the popular Linux distro. Despite the new release, I’m holding off a bit on upgrading. Here are several reasons why. You Can Only Upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 After the First Point Release Canonical, Ubuntu’s developer, has never seemed to want existing users to upgrade out of the gate. It’s not exactly clear why, but that may be due to the company recognizing that OSes aren’t perfect, especially just-released ones....

Summary Since 1994,Kerry Washingtonhas been a dominant force on the big and small screen, leading to her becoming best known for roles such asScandal’sOlivia Pope andOur Song’sLanisha Brown. Washington’s career began when she was still a teenager. Her first projects included the PBS sketch-comedy show,Standard Deviantsand theteen/young adult drama movieOur Song.Washington’s breakthrough came in the early 2000swhen she played Chris Rock’s love interest inBad Companyand took on the leading role in Spike Lee’s film,She Hate Me....

Color e-readers have been on the market since at least 2012, but it hasn’t been until the last year or so that the technology has really found its footing. The original color screens from E Ink were very dark and had muted colors so they remained a sort of niche in the e-reader community. What’s changed in the past year is the introduction of a new generation of color displays called Kaleido 3 with more vibrant colors and a brighter screen....

Married At First Sightseason 18 is coming soon, and with the series returning for another season, viewers have noticed thatsome of the elements of the show need to change for the series to be successful. While the decade-long run ofMarried At First Sighthas been impressive, there have been some glaring issues with the series that the show hasn’t tackled in any real capacity in the last several seasons. As the panel of experts, comprised of Dr....

Master & Dynamic has released a rebooted version of its MH40 Wireless headphones for 2023, promising improved sound quality thanks to new custom titanium drivers along with a healthy boost in battery life, new mics, and a few other small but useful improvements like AAC support and removable ear pads. The new MH40 Wireless still feature the same iconic design that M&D has become known for, making for some of the most stylish over-ear headphones in this price range, but is style alone enough to justify the higher asking price?...