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Smartphones, Laptops And Oddball Gadgets: CES 2022 Showcases Tech’s Latest Innovations

CES, one of the world's biggest tech trade shows, kicks off Wednesday in Las Vegas with its first in-person event since the start of the pandemic. While the conference may look a little different in 2022, it's still showcasing the familiar mix of innovative and wacky products that make an appearance year after year.

Classic BlackBerry Phones Stop Working Today

The company will stop running support for its classic devices running BlackBerry 10, 7.1 OS and earlier. This means all of its older devices not running on Android software will no longer be able to use data, send text messages, access the internet or make calls, even to 911.

After Hours Offline, Fortnite Access Has Been Restored

For hours, players were unable to log into the popular battle royale. The company was "investigating log-in, matchmaking, and other issues," on Wednesday afternoon, according to Fortnite's official status Twitter account.

The Tech We Couldn’t Live Without In 2021

Supply shortages are everywhere. New smartphones have been hit by shipping delays and video game consoles are almost impossible to find.

Gene Wade Named CEO Of The Propel Center, New HBCU Technology And Learning Hub

The Propel Center, the global HBCU technology and learning hub intended to level the playing field and open greater doors of opportunity for their students, has announced the naming of respected social entrepreneur and education advocate Gene Wade as chief executive officer.

How To Access AT&T And Verizon’s New Super Fast 5G Networks

Many mobile device users in the United States now have access to blazing-fast internet speeds stemming from the rollout of Verizon and AT&T's new C-band 5G networks earlier this week.

IRS Halts Plan To Require Facial Recognition For Logging In To User Accounts

The Internal Revenue Service is halting a plan that would have required taxpayers to verify their identities with facial recognition software before signing on to its website following backlash from lawmakers and privacy groups.

What It Was Like For Peloton Employees Who Lost Their Jobs Last Week

As much of the world went through one lockdown after another, Peloton saw unprecedented demand for its connected bikes and treadmills, which pair with a monthly subscription to its virtual workout classes.

AT&T Is Shutting Down Its 3G Network. Here’s How It Could Impact You

Twenty years after 3G was first introduced in the United States, paving the way for a new generation of mobile apps, the network is officially being phased out.

Meta Says It’s Shut Down A Pro-Russian Disinformation Network

Facebook's parent Meta said Monday it has caught dozens of fake, pro-Russian accounts, groups and pages across its platforms trying to spread anti-Ukrainian propaganda as the war in Ukraine continues to rage.

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