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These data center developers asked Trump for an exemption from pollution rules
When the developer Novva first announced that it was building Utah’s largest data center campus just south of Salt Lake City, the company’s CEO touted the many advantages of the region: among them a low risk of disasters, an expanding international airport, no sales tax on equipment, and the high altitude cold of the desert...
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Finally! Apple adds MacBook battery charge limit to macOS 26.4
Image: Foundry Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld reports that Apple’s macOS 26.4 beta introduces a manual battery charge limit feature for MacBooks, allowing users to set limits between 80% and 100% in 5% increments. This feature builds on existing Optimized Battery Charging technology and helps extend battery lifespan by reducing wear...
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iOS 26.4 beta introduces AI playlists for Apple Music
Image: Foundry Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld reports that iOS 26.4 beta introduces “Playlist Playground,” an AI-powered feature allowing Apple Music subscribers to create custom playlists using text prompts or song selections. The update includes dynamic album backgrounds that match artwork colors and a new upcoming concerts feature showing nearby performances...
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This Apple silicon theory has us even more excited for the M5 MacBook Pro
Image: Foundry Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld examines a theory suggesting Apple may use 2.5D chip packaging to create a unified M5 Pro and M5 Max design, potentially revolutionizing MacBook Pro architecture. This approach could eliminate the need for separate chip designs and make the M5 Ultra a monolithic die, removing...
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6 Android developer options that are actually useful for non-developers
Published Feb 8, 2026, 10:00 AM EST Digvijay is a Computer Science graduate with a deep passion for technology. His journey into tech writing began in 2018 with software and product reviews, and he’s been exploring the digital space ever since. He joined MUO as a full-time writer in 2022, where he covers how-tos, explainers, and...
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‘Harmful’ Google ads masquerading as how-tos are tricking Mac users
Image: Foundry Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld reports that malicious Google ads disguised as Mac cleaning tutorials are tricking users into installing harmful software through Terminal commands. These deceptive ads redirect to fake Apple support pages and can grant cybercriminals remote access to compromised Macs. Essential safety measures include inspecting URLs...
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Enable faster scrolling in Safari and more with this hidden setting
Image: Apple/Foundry Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld reveals hidden Safari settings that can improve performance by disabling the ‘Prefer Page Rendering Updates near 60fps’ feature flag. This adjustment matters for users experiencing battery drain or performance issues, as it can reduce power consumption during heavy browsing. The process involves enabling developer...
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Why Linux is the go-to platform for developers and tinkerers
Published Jan 27, 2026, 8:30 AM EST David has been lifelong fan of technology who loves putting his passion into words. A journalist by training, he discovered the power of Unix-like operating systems when learning how to edit video on macOS, back when it was still called Mac OS X, in the mid-2000s. A lover of...
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This developer just made Photoshop work on Linux, with some caveats
Credit: Lucas Gouveia/How-To Geek Aggy is a veteran writer and editor in the technology and gaming space. Having served as a Managing Editor for high-traffic digital publications, alongside being an editor and consultant for over a dozen sites. Aggy’s published work spans a wide and respected array of tech and gaming outlets, including WePC, Screen Rant,...