Microsoft Announces New Surface Devices and Patch for MacOS Bug

In recent news, Microsoft has made a significant announcement regarding its latest batch of products and their surface lineup. The headliner of this event was undoubtedly the new Surface Pro 8, which boasts a 120 Hertz Dolby Vision display and Thunderbolt 4 support. This feature has been long awaited by many tech enthusiasts, and it's clear that Microsoft is committed to delivering high-quality devices.

Another notable device announced by Microsoft was the Surface Laptop Studio, which features an RTX 3050 Ti and a slide-forward screen. This innovative design allows for greater flexibility and customization options, making it an attractive option for those in the market for a new laptop. Additionally, the company has also released updates to its original dual-screen phone, known as the Surface Duo 2, which boasts three cameras sensors, a 90 Hertz refresh rate, and a thickness of less than a quarter inch when open.

Expect to see these new devices on sale next month, with further coverage to be shared on Linus Tech Tips. It's also worth noting that Apple has been dealing with its own share of security issues, particularly in the realm of MacOS. A recent bug allows bad guys to run code on your system if you click on a compromised internet shortcut. Malicious code can be embedded inside these shortcuts, and while Apple has come out with a patch, it's still relatively easy for malicious actors to exploit.

In fact, simply changing characters in the shortcut's prefix to uppercase can allow malicious code to interact with local files. This is a serious issue that highlights the need for continued vigilance when interacting with online content. It's likely that Apple will come out with another fix in the near future, but it's disappointing to see that even a major company like Apple can struggle with something as straightforward as this.

On a more positive note, PS4 owners may be pleased to know that a long-running issue with the console's CMOS battery has finally been fixed. The latest version of the PS4's firmware, 9.0, patches a notorious bug called CBOMB, which would cause games to not work if the system's internal battery died. This bug was caused by how the PS4's anti-cheating system worked, relying on the system's clock, which in turn relied on the CMOS battery.

The result of this bug was that games would crash when a player tried to start them up, but now it looks like your games will run indefinitely even after the PS4 servers inevitably shut down as the console ages. This is a welcome change for many PS4 owners who have experienced frustration with this issue in the past.

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The Occhio webcam also boasts autofocus, light correction, 1080P 30 video recording, and is available in both ring light and vanilla versions. It's a great option for those looking for a secure and reliable way to capture video or take photos. With its innovative design and features, it's no wonder that the Occhio True Privacy webcam is generating buzz among tech enthusiasts.

In other news, Twitch has announced a new policy aimed at making it easier for creators to avoid copyright infringement issues. The new system will warn creators and remove offending clips instead of issuing outright penalties immediately. Critics say this new system may also make it easier for creators to get flagged, but it's certainly better than the previous system where creators would receive a black mark on their record right away.

On a more futuristic note, Amazon is reportedly planning to incorporate smart dressing rooms into its brick-and-mortar department stores. The idea behind these smart dressing rooms is to scan QR codes of items you want to try on and have a worker or robot place those items in a fitting room for you. If you want to try on more clothes, you can tap on recommendations on a screen inside the fitting room and have them brought to you through a privacy door.

While this concept may seem like science fiction, it's clear that Amazon is committed to using technology to enhance the shopping experience. And with its focus on convenience, it's likely that these smart dressing rooms will become a popular feature in many department stores.

Finally, as always, we'll be taking your data and watching your nudes – just kidding! In all seriousness, our next article will cover more tech news, probably indoors once my check clears. Until then, stay safe online and keep an eye out for any updates from Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon. Love you so much.

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