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Google has introduced the ability to view, edit, and collaborate on Markdown files directly within Google Docs and Drive. Users can now import Markdown documents, such as those created in Obsidian, and see them rendered with proper formatting without conversion, while Drive previews display fully formatted Markdown content. The feature is gradually rolling out to all users over the next 15 days.
Google is developing a new 'Focus Peaking' tool for Snapseed, which will assist users in achieving accurate focus by highlighting sharp areas in the viewfinder. The feature was discovered in the latest app version and is expected to be accessible via a toggle in camera settings once released. Additionally, Snapseed is enhancing its LUT editing capabilities with support for HaldCLUT in the recent update.
Analyzing five years of Google Flights data, Google reports that domestic flights for Thanksgiving are cheapest when booked about 39 days prior, around October 21-23. For Christmas, the ideal booking window shifts further out to approximately 56 days before departure, roughly between October 27-29. International flights to Europe tend to be most affordable around 90 days in advance, while trips to Mexico or the Caribbean should be booked about 43 days ahead.
Samsung has rolled out a new version of its SmartThings app, introducing a redesigned interface featuring personalized summaries called SmartThings Now. The update enhances user experience with a streamlined layout, a floating control bar, and dynamic wallpapers, while also enabling device management over Wi-Fi without internet access. Support for the latest Matter 1.6 standard is included in the update.
Google’s October System Services update introduces NFC functionality for Find Hub-compatible trackers, allowing users to tap a tag to access details or identify lost items. The update also simplifies setup by enabling naming, categorizing, and configuring features like Left-Behind Reminders during registration. Additional enhancements include displaying card artwork and payment logos in notifications and minor attribution changes for Google Maps integrations.
Nikkei revealed that unknown hackers accessed two employee email accounts, one of which was used to send thousands of phishing emails in September. The breaches involved a Google Workspace account in July and a Microsoft 365 account in September, prompting the company to change passwords and warn staff about ongoing threats. No customer or reader data was affected in these incidents, according to Nikkei.
The Coalition's Gears of War: E-Day, built on Unreal Engine 5 and DirectX 12, was benchmarked across 44 graphics cards using its in-game performance tool. Tests were conducted at Medium and Ultra settings, with additional upscaling configurations applied at higher resolutions, all on a Ryzen 7 9800X3D system. Results aim to guide players on suitable GPU upgrades for the game.
Amazon is offering significant discounts on Samsung's 9100 Pro SSD lineup, with prices reduced by up to 41% for models ranging from 1TB to 8TB. The drives feature Samsung's Presto controller, 236-layer NAND, and PCIe 5.0 interface, with performance speeds up to 14,800 MB/s read and 13,400 MB/s write, backed by a five-year warranty and high endurance ratings. These deals are available for a limited time while supplies last.
Recent graduates are encountering a transformed job landscape where AI handles many routine tasks, reducing hands-on learning opportunities. Despite their enthusiasm, they now face the challenge of developing critical judgment skills while being expected to oversee AI outputs. This shift complicates their transition from education to professional roles.
Officials in North Richland Hills, Texas, have requested a $2.3 million fee before releasing public records related to Flock surveillance systems. The city claims that reviewing approximately one terabyte of data would require 14 years of work at $15 per hour, a cost deemed excessive by the requesting group. Other cities have charged varying amounts for similar records, with some providing data free of charge and others demanding tens of thousands of dollars.
A father recounts how his four-year-old son, Guy, insisted on a trip to a hardware store to buy something called 'wood tape,' later producing a hand-cut shopping list and a drawing of a table he wanted built. The father let the boy navigate the Home Depot on his own, including asking an employee in an orange apron for help finding the item.
Daniel Rhyne, a former infrastructure engineer, received a 32-month prison sentence after remotely accessing his employer's network, locking thousands of devices, deleting admin accounts, and demanding a ransom. His actions included changing passwords, shutting down servers, and sending threatening emails to co-workers in late 2023.