You’re wafting through an airport. The only way you can keep wafting toward your destination is by standing in front of a camera and letting it take your picture, to confirm who you are. But have you ever thought of all the other wonderful ways in which this ubiquitous video technology might make your life easier and happier? Pinot and a picture, anyone? Please let me paint you a picture....

Depending on the country you’re connecting to, Surfshark may leak the fact that you’re using a VPN. But we didn’t find any issues with leaked IP addresses. It also includes some helpful features like an antimalware scanner and an ad blocker (although we had mixed results with that). If you want to dive into the details and really get to know this solid product, read on. Also: NordVPN vs Surfshark: Which is better for you?...

What’s more, 87% said they prefer a metaverse on a decentralized blockchain. This sentiment is more prevalent among Gen Z respondents, who were 10% more likely than Millennials to prefer a blockchain metaverse. Half of those surveyed said they’re between the ages of 18 and 25; 21% said they’re between the ages of 33 and 40; 13% said they’re between the ages of 41 and 56; and 4% are age 57 and older....

Two phones doing this are the TCL 20L+ and Vivo Y52 5G. The TCL 20L+ is a phone approaching 7 inches with a Snapdragon 662, 6GB of memory, 256GB of storage expandable via micro SD, four rear cameras, and 5,000mAh battery. It’s hardly a head-turner, in fact, it sounds quite standard and boring. At similar levels of excitement is the Vivo Y52 5G, which is a 6.5-inch phone with a Dimensity 700 chip, 4GB of memory, 128GB of storage expandable via micro SD, three rear cameras, and 5,000mAh battery....

For example, few at the end of 2019 would have forecast that the world of work would be turned upside down during the following year by a global pandemic, leading to an unprecedented focus on devices and services that facilitated remote working, and ushering in a likely permanent shift to a hybrid model. Then, just as economies were adjusting to and recovering from the pandemic, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 caused a sharp rise in energy prices, increased inflation, supply chain issues and fears of widespread recession....

Several countries in MENA are global leaders across multiple ICT indicators, while others are rapidly improving their rankings through investment in technology and efforts to facilitate its take-up and adoption. A key driver for digital transformation efforts in many MENA countries is the need to pivot from reliance on petro-chemical industries to create a more knowledge-based economy. At the same time, other parts of the region are digital laggards, home to some of the most expensive and least advanced digital markets in the world....

One of the reasons the telco is for moving in this direction is the recent federal government announcement that all services would be digital by 2025. “As we recover from the pandemic, reliance on digital services will remain critical, so it’s important that we secure and protect our digital environment, as disruptions due to cyber attacks could significantly impact the economy and its’ recovery,” Telstra Enterprise group owner for government Nicole McMahon said....

The first was Telstra failing to mark a customer’s phone number as silent in the Integrated Public Number Database (IPND) 50,000 times, which allowed them to be published in phone directories. The second was Belong failed to update IPND data on its customers on more than 65,000 occasions. Australian telcos are required to upload a customer’s phone number, name, address, and whether the number is silent to the IPND. The IPND can also be used by Triple Zero, emergency services, and law enforcement....

Speaking to enthusiastic shareholders at Tesla’s annual shareholder meeting, Musk said specs and pricing of the Cybertruck will be different because of inflation. Musk unveiled the Cybertruck in November 2019 with a starting price of $39,990. “A lot has changed since then, so the specs and pricing will be different,” said Musk. “I hate to give a little bit of bad news but there’s no way to have anticipated quite the inflation that we’ve seen and various issues....

In 2022 research, it is clear that today’s connected customer is expecting a much more intelligent, relevant, timely and proactive engagements with sales. In a trusted experience-led economy, companies must transform their sales organizations to adapt to a more decentralized, digital-first, and hyper-knowledge sharing economy. Investing is sales in an investment in your customers. We know this because research shows us that in order to improve the customer experience, businesses must start with the employee experience....

Whether your mom needs some self-care, helpful smart home tech, or a way to keep track of her steps, we’ve rounded up the best tech gifts for Mother’s Day that are all under $100. Pros: Smart display that can act as an assistant or can display favorite photosAuto-framing camera to always keep you in centered the frame Cons: Give your mom the gift of massage with the Shiatsu Deluxe Neck and Shoulder Massager....

But there are differences between them, and the most important ones involve security, because all messaging is speedy and virtually instantaneous. Is it possible for hackers to break into your connected device through a vulnerability in the messaging app? You bet it’s possible, and break-ins there are more common than you might think. For example, we’ve probably all received phony messages purportedly from a friend containing a link to a video (“I think you’re seen in this video … check this out!...

Meal kits deliver everything to your door: the exact amount of ingredients you need, including fresh produce and meat (if that’s your thing), as well as recipes to help you make a chef-worthy meal. So whether you are a working parent, a busy student, looking to eat healthier, or just have run out of ideas on what to cook for dinner, meal kits make cooking a whole lot easier....

GaN chargers (Gallium Nitride) have semiconductors that are more efficient, and therefore less energy is lost to heat. As they are more efficient, the body of the charger can be smaller with larger air gaps between the components. Get yourself an efficient charger that can charge all your devices – or act as a docking station or a hub too. We’ve looked at some of the best chargers for your budget, which can charge all of your devices....

When it comes to the top credit cards, rewards cards are arguably the best option for your spending. All you have to do is use your card for purchases, and you can earn anything from cash back to travel benefits and even rental car coverage. We regularly review hundreds of credit cards to keep up with the changing introductory offers and rewards programs. Based on our exhaustive research, these are the best rewards credit cards available today:...

Also: ChatGPT productivity hacks: Five ways to use chatbots to make your life easier Although ChatGPT has made quite the buzz, its popularity has made it unreliable for everyday use since it’s often at capacity. The good thing is there are plenty of AI chatbots that are just as capable, and available whenever you need them. We put together a list of the best AI chatbots and AI writers on the market and detailed everything you need to know before choosing your next writing assistant....

Also: Need gift ideas for kids? We found 12 fun toys they’ll love GPS trackers and devices for kids are made to have long-lasting batteries and portable designs, so you can slip or clip them into your child’s backpack or coat pocket. These trackers feature advanced GPS location technology that sends you smartphone notifications about your child’s location. While there are many different options on the market, we’ve rounded up the best GPS trackers and devices for kids – so you can protect your child while they’re out and about....

EAs ranked first on the list, complied by Glassdoor, based on the ratings of jobholders and average salaries reported. Average EA salaries are currently $145,000 a year, and job satisfaction rating averages 4.1 on a scale of 1 to 5. Glassdoor estimates that about 14,000 openings exist for EAs. Pretty interesting for what could potentially be a stressful job, having to shuttle between tech and business teams, providing translation services each way, and having to plan out roadmaps for the next three to five years while attempting to please everyone....

That said, ZDNET has tested, reviewed, and compared the best and worst Samsung Galaxy smartphones over the years, including the value-driven A-series, the flagship S-series, and the shape-shifting foldables that make up the Z-series. Also: Every Galaxy S23 model compared See below for my top picks of 2023 – the phones I’d recommend from the Galaxy maker. And if you want more information on the latest Galaxy S23 models, you can also check out our Samsung Unpacked hub....

In addition to Births, Deaths, and Marriage staff across the country as well as in NSW, there have been encounters with Service NSW, internal working groups across legislation, policies, and security within NSW government, Services Australia, the Digital Transformation Agency, Transport of NSW, Australian Federal Police, Australian Passport Office, Department of Education, Australia’s four big banks, Tennis NSW, Rugby NSW, Office of Sport, employment screening firms such as Equifax and Fit for Work, and childcare centres....