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TheWi-Fi Alliance just announcedthat it has begun certifying Wi-Fi 7 devices, but that’s not the whole story. And they’re pretty compelling. Wi-Fi 7 has two big tricks. Family Using Wi-Fi Network.MoMo Productions / Getty Images One is that it now uses the 6GHz band in addition to the 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands. The advantage here is not just for home users. Wi-Fi 7 is also very well suited for public Wi-Fi, office networks, and so on....

This is the latest Wi-Fi standard. This means not only faster speeds but also more simultaneous data transmissions. 4096-QAM Quadrature amplitude modulationis the technique of encoding data on a radio signal. DrPixel / Moment / Getty Images Wi-Fi 7 offers enhanced modulation of 4096-QAM, which packs more data for higher speed. So how does this relate to Wi-Fi 7? However, this band is already used by NASA, weather radar systems, and other crucial services....

It won’t debut for several years, and wide availability isn’t likely for several years after that. Still, when it does become widely available, it’ll bring unprecedented wireless online grid speeds. Technically designatedIEEE 802.11bn, Wi-Fi 8 has yet to become official, so it has no hard specification list. Frederik Lipfert/Unsplash What Is Wi-Fi 8? It may be ready by 2028, with officially supporting products launching in the years that follow. Beamforming can let networking hardware directly communicate, reducing web connection congestion and enhancing performance....

How to get the best of both worlds Wi-FiandEthernetare both ways to connect to the internet. Overall Findings Available for computers, phones, tablets, and more. Many web connection options. Easy setup, but must find a connection and enter a password. Physical setup limits ability to move devices. Very stable and reliable. Lower latency for better streaming and gaming. Wi-Fi is common among PCs, Macs, smartphones, and smart devices. But Ethernet connections offer many advantages, including speed and reliability....

If a partial shutdown happens, nonessential services would stop while essential services would continue. National parks would shutter, but the FBI would still operate. Social Security beneficiaries would still receive checks, but the IRS would stop auditing returns. What about air travel? For more, here’swhat happens to your benefits if the government shuts down. How would a government shutdown affect holiday flights? Operation of navigational aids will also continue. How would a government shutdown affect the TSA?...

2020 was an outstanding year for Nintendo. Its Time for a Refresh, but How? Michael Pachter, a Research Analyst at Wedbush Securities, was more conservative. John Sciulli / Getty Images “Its a close call,” he told Lifewire in an email. “Nintendo doesnt ‘need’ a new model, since the current Switch is selling so well.” Assuming thats true, the strong sales of the current Switch means Nintendo doesnt have to rush a replacement....

The Windows maker isnt the only Silicon Valley company to get into autonomous driving. In December, Amazon’s Zoox subsidiary revealed aself-driving robotaxithat can travel up to 75 mph. “Big Tech has their work cut out for them: prioritize safety in their rollouts.” Artur Debat / Getty Images Franznick said this kind of outside expertise is needed for established automakers to develop and implement self-driving technology. And because Big Tech is involved now, there are other issues added to those roadblocks....

“I think this fear is well founded given the history of toxic interactions on the platform.” Small Button, Big Changes Leon Neal / Getty Images How will Twitter’s edit button work? Twitter could have some serious growing pains to work out! Francesco Carta / Getty Images They believe that the expectation is that what they’re reading on Twitter won’t change unless deleted. “What makes Twitter, Twitter, is that your thoughts stand in stone,” Micol said....

All will be revealed at Samsungs scheduled unveiling of its new line of smartphones on January 14. This wild mixture of speculation and evidence is driving me to rethink my love of iPhones… However, I look forward to a hole-punch selfie camera. Kelly Sullivan / Getty Images There may also be a violet-colored option for those who want to stand out from the pack. According to the leaked spec sheet, the primary camera on this model appears to have a 108-megapixel sensor....

Will this be the year that iPadOS finally catches up to the amazing iPad hardware? Is that about to change? Lagging The iPad is a spectacular tablet, but its only a so-so computer. Daniel Romero / Unsplash On the Mac, you just drag and drop. If your drop destination isnt visible, you could leave the file on the desktop while you find it. Plugins disappear regularly, and you’re free to only hook up one audio interface at a time....

Employees are happier, and can control their work days better, while actually getting more work done. Working from home (WFH) hasnt turned out to be the productivity nightmare employers may have imagined. Its also cheaper for employers, and because theres no commute, its better for the environment. 10'000 Hours / Getty Images Big tech companies like Google and Apple havealready extended WFH planswell into 2021. But will it continue after the pandemic?...

RememberWill Smith’s Oscars slap? Of course you do. Well, now Smith hasposted a new video, in which he addresses the encounter. Smith had also issued an apology to the comedianon the day after the Oscarsin March. “My behavior was unacceptable, and I’m here whenever you’re ready to talk.” Rock joked about Jada’s close-cropped hair. “Jada, I love you. Rock’s brother has sincesaidRock wasn’t aware Jada hasthe condition alopecia, which causes drastic hair loss....

GI Jane 2, can’t wait to see you." Here’s the moment Chris Rock made a “G.I. Jane' because of her bald head. She’s spoken openly about having a hair loss condition. Chris Rock made a joke about Jada Pinkett-Smith being in “G.I. Jane” because of her bald head. She’s spoken openly about having a hair loss condition. It was like Smith punched the audio out, too.” “Art imitates life,” Smith said....