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On Modern Family, all the Dunphy kids are well-known for their character traits. Haley was seen as the most popular and Alex was the most intelligent. It took a while to discover what Luke’s was but as he grew older, there was one trait that became more prominent. He was really manipulative. It’s not a nice trait but then again, Luke hasn’t exactly been a model son. He is always up to no good, leading Manny astray with his schemes and taking advantage of his family’s kindness to fuel his agenda....

Best Buy offers rare savings on Apple’s official Watch bands It’s not often that Apple’s official accessories are discounted. That goes especially for Apple Watch bands, but Best Buy is coming through today with a few different options on sale. Headlining is the Milanese Loop band at $75. That’s down from the usual $149 price tag and the best offer we’ve tracked by $14. Check out the entire sale for more options and don’t forget to swing by our roundup of the best third-party bands for additional (and affordable) styles....

As is generally the case with cumulative updates, there are no new features here. But there are a few security fixes and overall system improvements. In fact, this round of updates is relatively small. KB4530684 for Windows 10 1903 and 1909 Today’s update will bump your Windows 10 1903 build to 18362.535and version 1909 to 18363.535 and it includes the following fixes and improvements: Updates to improve security when Windows performs basic operations....

In fact, one Mac-exclusive program called Alfred has been a longtime object of envy for Windows users. Not only can this handy tool instantly search a Mac for files and programs, but it can even run commands using nothing more than typed phrases. Tap or click here to find out more about Alfred and other essential Mac software. But the one-upsmanship is about to end, and Windows users can finally ignore the smug preening from Mac owners....

When it comes to taking notes, there are many apps to choose from. You can simply use Notepad in windows. But there are some specific apps for the job. They offer a better presentation and management of your notes. Google vs Microsoft, the rivalry is widespread, and you can see those on almost every type of application. Even in note-taking, we have the Keep notes from Google and sticky notes from Microsoft....

The issue stems from Microsoft’s OneDrive cloud file service and could mean files that were synced locally remain on a computer after a local or remote reset, which admins might do before handing the device to a new owner. This issue can occur when attempting a manual reset from Windows or a remote reset from Intune or other mobile device management platforms, Microsoft warns. SEE: Best Windows laptop: Top notebooks compared “When attempting to reset a Windows device with apps which have folders with reparse data, such as OneDrive or OneDrive for Business, files which have been downloaded or synced locally from OneDrive might not be deleted when selecting the “Remove everything” option,” Microsoft says in an update to its known issues for Windows 11 21H2....

In Summary The iPhone 12 mini was the smallest iPhone to be released for quite a while. The phone got rave reviews from a number of reviewers, and many expected it to be a huge success, considering its form factor and the fact that it was the most affordable of the iPhone 12 series. However, indications are that the iPhone 12 mini has not done well, and might even be discontinued....

Planning algorithms for robot teams can be centralized where each computer makes decisions for the entire team or decentralized, where each robot makes his own decisions. The latter approach is much better in terms of incorporating observations of locations, but it is also much more challenging since each robot must essentially guess what others are doing. The new MIT algorithm assumes a decentralized approach and factors that not only fixed obstacles such as those in motion....

[UPDATE: T-Mobile has also announced another new promotion today for their unlimited T-Mobile ONE plan. Starting March 1st, new and existing customers who have 2 lines on the T-Mobile ONE plan can receive a 3rd line for free. This deal comes out to be $100 for 3 unlimited lines and includes taxes and fees. Check out all the details on T-Mobile’s website.] If you’re looking for a new ‘unlimited’ mobile data plan, the competition between carriers continues to offer cheaper deals....

As is the case with most cumulative updates, there are no new features to report. But there is a healthy list of fixes that will improve your overall system performance and security. KB4505903 for Windows 10 1903 May 2019 Update After installing the update your build number will jump to 18362.267. Here is the list of what’s included: Addresses an issue that fails to record a local user’s last sign in time even when the user has accessed the server’s network share....

Windows 11 Preview Build 22000.71 Today’s release has a few new interesting new features like a new entertainment widget. According to the blog post: The entertainment widget allows you to see new and featured movie titles available in the Microsoft Store. Selecting a movie will direct you to the Microsoft Store to see more information about that title. Just open widgets and click or tap on the “Add widgets” button and choose the entertainment widget....

Verge had recently published pictures of the Keyboard in flesh and this gives us a good idea of how the keyboard would actually look and if the layout can manage to score on the utilitarian front. Swipe keyboard has always been a problem in large screened phones even though I’m blessed with a relatively big sized palm, it still is difficult to clutch the phone tightly and swipe the message....

Designer looks to be a tool meant to help individuals create polished-looking Instagram and LinkedIn posts and stories, Facebook ads, brochures, invitations and more. Users can start with a blank canvas or provided templates for their creations. (A preview of the Designer tool was briefly available via designer.microsoft.com to those with personal or Microsoft education accounts, but Microsoft has since blocked the content available at that URL, even though the Designer logo still appears....

But even though the iPad has been a staple in my workflow over the last 10 years, I’m starting to grow tired of using overpowered hardware with software that’s yet to live up to its potential. And even though the early experience of Stage Manager combined with an external display was very promising, since then, Apple has removed key features – such as external monitor support – due to bugs and performance issues....

On the other hand, the tech giant Microsoft also bet strongly on Open Source and the slogan is “Microsoft loves Linux” makes more and more sense. In recent years Microsoft’s bet on Open Source has been visible, especially on the Azure platform. If a few years ago the Open Source was seen as a “competitor”, it is now as if it were a strong ally to support all the strategies of the company....

If you’re in the habit of sharing your location with family or friends through Google Maps, a minor update to both iOS and Android maps should stop them panicking if you suddenly stop broadcasting … Engadget reports that the latest version sends your battery level alongside your location. Google Maps recently got a ‘match’ feature which attempts to predict which new restaurants it thinks you’ll enjoy. These recommendations are based on others you’ve visited in the past, as well as interests and ratings you’ve registered....

The MITRE ATT&CK framework is broken into several different matrices with unique focuses. These different focuses are reflected in the tactics included in each matrix and the techniques and sub-techniques that sit below them. MITRE ATT&CK framework PRE-ATT&CK tactics The MITRE PRE-ATT&CK matrix focuses on the first two stages of the cyberattack life cycle: reconnaissance and weaponization. Since these stages occur before an attacker takes any direct action against an organization’s systems, they can be difficult to detect....

You can now put a video card “in” your MacBook Air! Back in September mLogic announced a new Thunderbolt peripheral, the mLink Thunderbolt expansion chassis for connecting PCIe cards, Fibre Channel and audio/video capture cards, 10GigE and more to Thunderbolt-equippred Macs. Today, mLogic announced that the $399 Thunderbolt mLink is finally in stock and available for immediate shipment from its website. There are a few competitors on the market, but mLogic is calling the mLink the lightest and smallest Thunderbolt expansion chassis at 2lbs and 8....

The Walking Dead star Michael Rooker is set for a leading role in Monster Problems, from Stranger Things producer Shawn Levy. In addition to playing Daryl Dixon’s bad guy brother Merle on TWD, Rooker also made a lot of fans for his portrayal of Yondu in Guardians of the Galaxy and its sequel. Yondu indeed became a central character in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, and his send-off gave the film an unexpectedly poignant touch....

Windows 10 19H1 Build 18358 Here is the list of changes and improvements included with today’s new build: FOR GAMERS: We have addressed an issue with Game Mode that may degrade game streaming and recording quality.Here’s the latest on trying out our new Windows gaming technology:Still haven’t had a chance to get the game State of Decay for free (for a limited time)? We’ve added even more slots! Whether you’ve tried it in earlier builds or haven’t had the chance yet, these instructions have everything you need....