World Tech

By Nadim Kahwaji SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies Corp., has made a notable impact in the aerospace industry with its groundbreaking innovation in reusable rockets. Founded by entrepreneur Elon Musk, the company has transformed the economics of space travel. In 2023, SpaceX demonstrated its technological prowess with 98 flights, showcasing remarkable operational efficiency. Looking ahead, the company is ambitiously planning for 144 flights in 2024. SpaceX has developed the Starlink service with the aim of providing satellite internet access. Starlink's primary focus is to deliver high-speed internet to remote and underserved areas, spanning North America, Europe, Australia, and select regions in Asia and South America. This service is continuously expanding its coverage, striving to offer reliable high-speed internet connectivity in areas where traditional broadband is scarce. The deployment of Starlink satellites began in 2019, and as of early January ...

 By Nadim Kahwaji Apple recently launched a series of updates across its device range, including iOS 17.3, iPadOS 17.3, watchOS 10.3, tvOS 17.3, and macOS Sonoma 14.3, now available for all compatible devices. Key among iOS 17.3's features is the 'Stolen Device Protection.' This security enhancement is crucial if your phone is stolen by someone who knows your PIN code. It mandates biometric authentication (Face ID for iPhone 12 and later, Touch ID for iPhone 11, XS, and SE 2nd generation) for critical actions like changing the PIN code, adding or removing biometric IDs, disabling 'Find My iPhone',...... Additionally, iOS 17.3 introduces a 'Security Delay' feature. This adds a one-hour waiting period after initiating sensitive actions, providing an extra layer of protection against unauthorized access, especially in theft or duress scenarios. for example The security delay ensures that even if the device is unlocked under duress, there is a window of time b...

 By Nadim Kahwaji Purchasing a new computer can be a daunting task, especially with the multitude of product names from major players like Intel and AMD. These companies often use identical names for processors with differing architectures, adding to the confusion. Intel's Naming Revamp and the Introduction of New Series Intel has recently updated its processor naming conventions, adding a new layer of complexity to their lineup. The processor previously known as Core i9 has been rebranded as Core 9 Ultra, and there is no longer a non-Ultra version of this model. The Core i7 and Core i5 now come in two variants each: Ultra and non-Ultra. The Core i3 lineup has been streamlined into a single variant, now called Core 3. Further complicating the landscape, Intel has introduced the new 100 series, which features two different architectures: Meteor Lake (the latest for mobile CPUs) and Raptor Lake Refresh (used in the desktop 14000 series). In addition, Intel is rolling out five new 14t...

By Nadim kahwaji The NVIDIA RTX 4000 series, introduced between October 2022 and July 2023, began with the powerful RTX 4090 and ended with the versatile RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB. During this time, the series offered a range of models tailored to different budget-conscious consumers. It appealed to both hardcore gaming enthusiasts and casual gamers thanks to its diverse lineup.   The RTX 4000 series received praise for its substantial performance improvement over the RTX 3000 series but also faced significant criticism for its higher pricing in comparison to its predecessor.   Nvidia is improving the price/performance for all newly released cards, offering slightly upgraded GPUs for the 4070 and 4080 variants. The new offerings include the 4070 Super, the 4070 Ti Super, and the 4080 Super. The 4070 Super will be available on January 17 for $599, while the RTX 4070 Ti Super and 4080 Super will be in stores on January 24, priced at $799 and $999, respectively. The 4080 and 4070 Ti mod...