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technology9 days ago•16 min saved

SanDisk 512GB MicroSD Express Is the Sweet Spot for Nintendo Switch 2

The article reviews microSD Express options for the Nintendo Switch 2, finding SanDisk’s 512GB card the best value (~$120) while Lexar’s 1TB offers more space at a premium (~$350) and many 1TB off-brand options are unreliable. It recommends sticking to trusted brands (Samsung, Lexar, SanDisk, GameStop) and saving space by splitting your library between physical cartridges and digital downloads for large games (examples include Mario Kart World and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition). Prices are high due to limited supply and AI-driven demand, and the piece notes that current compatibility and performance improvements are tied to microSD Express cards.

via Nintendo Everything|

#lexar #microsd-express #nintendo-switch-2

technology10 days ago•4 min saved

Google Could Cut Free Gmail Storage for New Accounts, Sparking Backlash

Rumors suggest Google may reduce the free 15 GB storage for new Gmail accounts to 5 GB to deter spam and mass signups; evidence includes a Reddit post showing a prompt to provide a phone number to unlock 15 GB, and Google’s support text reportedly changing to “up to 15 GB,” fueling speculation that a rollout or A/B test could be underway. Google has not confirmed any change; users can manage storage by upgrading via Google One or deleting content.

via PhoneArena|

#ab-testing #gmail #google-one

technology16 days ago•5 min saved

Turbocharge Android in 10 Minutes, No Cost

The piece argues Android slowdowns stem from software clutter, not worse hardware, and offers a quick, 10-minute, zero-cost routine to restore speed: delete unused apps (via long-press or Play Store), prune old files with the preinstalled Files app (check Downloads and large items, move to cloud if needed), tweak home-screen settings (grid layout and launcher options) for a fresh feel, adjust device settings (e.g., enable dark mode to save battery), and review privacy/permissions to limit app access. Following these steps can make the device feel nearly as snappy as when it was new.

via CNET|

#android #maintenance #performance

technology16 days ago•2 min saved

Linux IO Patches Target 60% Per-Core I/O Boost

At the LSFMM summit, Jens Axboe unveiled PoC patches that pre-map buffers and attach a ready-to-use bio to registered buffers, allowing O_DIRECT to submit bios directly and reducing hot-path IO overhead for IO_uring, NVMe, and block code, achieving about a 60% per-core I/O performance uplift; the work is in the io_uring-io-slots branch with potential upstreaming into the mainline kernel.

via Phoronix|

#iouring #kernel #linux

technology18 days ago•2 min saved

Chrome Quietly Ships a 4GB On-Device AI Model Without Explicit Consent

Chrome quietly downloads a 4GB Gemini Nano model to support on-device AI features (the file is weights.bin in the OptGuideOnDeviceModel folder) when you opt in, without clear notification; you can disable On-device AI in Chrome Settings to reclaim space, and Google says the model will auto-uninstall if storage is low, with a recent option to turn off or remove it.

via PCMag|

#chrome #gemini-nano #on-device-ai

technology20 days ago•2 min saved

Chrome’s Local AI Files May Gobble 4GB of Disk Space

Google Chrome’s built-in Gemini Nano AI features can download a 4GB weights.bin on-device model file into the browser, stored in the OptGuideOnDeviceModel directory. If those On-Device AI features are enabled, the file may re-download and isn’t easily removed just by deleting it, so users must disable On-Device AI in Settings > System to stop future downloads. Google notes the size can vary with updates, and clearer disclosure or an option to use cloud-based models could have avoided confusion.

via The Verge|

#chrome #gemini-nano #on-device-ai

apps-and-software22 days ago•53 min saved

Google explains AICore’s temporary storage spike during AI updates

Google says AICore may temporarily consume a large amount of storage while background AI model updates run, keeping both the old and new models for up to three days as a rollback fail-safe, and freeing the extra space automatically once the update is stable (some users may see 10–11 GB temporarily).

via Android Central|

#aicore #apps-and-software #gemini-nano

technology25 days ago•9 min saved

Mac mini Drops 256GB Config as Apple Hikes Entry Price to $799

Apple has removed the 256GB Mac mini option, leaving the base M4 configuration at $799 with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage; the 512GB model was already $799, and the 256GB option is no longer available. Apple cites ongoing supply constraints and higher RAM costs driven by a global memory shortage, noting it may take months to balance supply for Mac mini and Mac Studio.

via MacRumors|

#apple #mac-mini #pricing

energy-and-climate28 days ago•3 min saved

Iran's oil buffers could outlast the blockade

Analysts say Iran has substantial onshore and floating storage and can repurpose tankers to keep exporting oil for weeks or months, dampening the immediate impact of the U.S. blockade and potentially relieving pressure on production despite the Strait of Hormuz disruption.

via Axios|

#blockade #energy-and-climate #iran

food1 month ago•10 min saved

Olive Oil Still Tops Health, but Pick Your Oils Wisely

A practical guide to cooking oils: extra virgin olive oil is heat-stable, rich in polyphenols, and widely recommended; both monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats offer benefits, so swapping saturated fats (coconut and palm oils) for unsaturated ones lowers heart risk. Seed oils aren’t inflammatory myths, and a neutral option like cold-pressed rapeseed oil works well for many dishes. Don’t trash oils — store them in dark bottles, away from light and heat, and use within 18 months. For budget cooks, affordable EVOO blends or PDO/PGI varieties at discount retailers are still available, while avocado and other nut oils offer niche advantages and flavors; variety isn’t essential, as long as unsaturated fats dominate.

via The Guardian|

#food #olive-oil #polyphenols

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Windows 11 Insider: FAT32 Volumes Hit 2TB When Formatted via Command Prompt

Microsoft’s Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26300.8170 raises the FAT32 volume size limit from 32GB to 2TB, but only when using the Command Prompt format tool; the graphical formatter still enforces the 32GB cap. The change, long teased since 2024, aligns FAT32 with its spec and broader drive sizes, while preserving cross‑platform compatibility. The update also includes enhancements like faster large-volume browsing in Settings and improved storage/network details and Secure Boot checks.

via TechSpot|

#fat32 #microsoft #storage

technology1 month ago•9 min saved

Windows 11 Insider builds speed up storage settings and lift FAT32 limit to 2TB

Windows 11 Insider builds (Dev 26300.8170, Beta 26220.8165) bring faster loading for Storage settings and Disks & Volumes, tweak UAC prompts to appear only when accessing temporary files, and remove the built-in FAT32 formatting cap of 32GB (now up to 2TB via the command line). These changes address long-standing slowdowns on large drives, with a typical stable rollout timeline yet to be announced.

via Windows Latest|

#fat32 #insider-preview #storage

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Rev Your Android Speed: A 10-Minute Clean-Up Guide

Pull your Android back to like-new speed by deleting unused apps, cleaning old files with the built-in Files app (or My Files/File Manager), removing large downloads, tweaking home-screen settings (grid size, launcher options) for a snappier feel, and tightening privacy by reviewing app permissions. No extra cost, just a targeted purge and a few personalization tweaks.

via CNET|

#android #customization #performance

technology1 month ago•16 min saved

Storage Frenzy: Amazon Spring Sale Slashes SSD and HDD Prices

Amazon's Spring Sale bundles a wide range of storage deals on SSDs and HDDs from brands like Kingston, SanDisk, Western Digital, and Seagate, highlighting fast NVMe options, portable drives, and large-capacity internal/external storage with substantial discounts and ongoing updates throughout the week.

via PCMag|

#amazon #deals #hdd

gaming2 months ago•51 min saved

Ayaneo halts Next 2 preorders as storage costs render the handheld unsustainable

Ayaneo is temporarily suspending preorders for its $1,999 Next 2 Windows handheld because rising digital storage costs have pushed build costs near double the original price, making sales unsustainable; the company will fulfill existing preorders and may resume selling if storage prices stabilize in the future.

via The Verge|

#ayaneo #gaming #handheld