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The conversation will mark the end of Swisher’s 20-year tenure hosting the Code conference. Her first-ever interview at the event was with Steve Jobs himself. When Cook succeeded Jobs as Apple CEO in 2011, he committed to preserving Jobs’ legacy at the storied tech company. “Steve built a company and culture that is unlike any other in the world and we are going to stay true to that—it is in our DNA,” he told employees at the time....

That’s the word from Puppet’s 2021 State of DevOps Report, which includes the experiences of 2,650 IT, development, and information security professionals. It’s not that DevOps is slipping in popularity – 83% are implementing DevOps, and many are seeing benefits including more rapid delivery of quality software. Also: What is low-code and no-code? A guide to development platforms “We strongly believe that the presence of ‘DevOps teams’ is confusing for the industry and many organizations, and in most cases doesn’t help organizations evolve,” the survey report’s authors, led by Nigel Kersten, CTO of Puppet, and Kate McCarthy, principal at ClearPath Strategies, state....

Like the deficiencies of Apple, for example. I was truly startled, however, at how strongly (some) people feel about supermarket self-checkout. Recently, I wrote about some humans’ aversion to anything but a human scanning their groceries and perhaps even bagging them. I was moved by a picture of 20 people standing in line to check out, with empty self-checkouts staring them in the face. Many people responded with committed views....

It was quite a spread. The wholly redesigned Surface Pro 8 looks to be a natural enterprise workhorse for workers on the go with its new Thunderbolt 4 connectivity. While not a significant spec bump, Surface Pro X, version 2 got a new Wi-Fi-only, less expensive SKU, making it a little more tempting to jump into the “Arms race” with Windows 11. The Surface Laptop Studio is a powerhouse monster portable that is a zero-compromise convertible workstation....

The wireless carrier net additions handily surpassed the new subscriber tally from Verizon and AT&T. T-Mobile reported second quarter net income of $978 million, or 78 cents a share, on revenue of $20 billion, up 13% from a year ago. Wall Street was expecting T-Mobile to report second quarter revenue of $19.34 billion with non-GAAP earnings of 53 cents a share. AT&T Q2 strong as 5G upgrade cycle bolsters revenue from device salesT-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon to duel for 5G enterprise, business subscribersVerizon Q2 strong amid 5G wireless gains...

The CPTPP currently has 11 members that represent about $13.5 trillion in GDP, or 13.4% of global GDP, making it one of the largest trade pacts in the world. Japan, a CPTPP member, has been in close communication with Taiwan and welcomed its application into the trade pact, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. In a separate statement, Taiwan reiterated its stance of being a separate government to the People’s Republic of China....

As long as big companies have data to protect, there will be a robust job market for cybersecurity specialists. It’s always been one of the more exciting corners of the tech sectors to work in, but in recent years it’s become one of the most lucrative. Of course, it’s a lot more than a short hop from IT work to this kind of specialty. As threats to big networks get more sophisticated, cybersecurity experts need the most current training to keep up....

Among the deals on offer is a Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ bundle. Normally you would expect to pay $1029, but for three days only, you can grab a Surface Pro 7+ tablet and cover for $689 – a saving of 33%, or $339. The Surface Pro 7+ device included in the bundle offers you a 12.3" (2736x1824) touchscreen display, an Intel Core i5 processor (2.40 GHz), Intel Intel Iris Xe Graphics, 128GB SSD storage, and 8GB RAM....

The Beats Studio3 over-ear headphones are priced at $149 over the next three days, a steep drop of 57% off the usual retail price of $349, a saving of $200. These Beats headphones have an over-ear design with fabric cushions to make sure wearing them for long periods of time is comfortable. The Studio3 headphones are wireless and contain an Apple W1 processor to improve connectivity between them and Apple devices, but perhaps more importantly, also feature active noise cancellation (ANC) technologies....

For the 2021 Budget, the Apple Isle reported a deficit of AU$690 million. “Going into this pandemic our financial position was strong and even though we provided more than AU$1 billion in economic and social supports, the Budget is now on track to surplus and will be back in the black over the forward estimates period,” Premier Peter Gutwein said. He detailed the state would return to a cash operating surplus of AU$369 million next year and a “modest” operating surplus of AU$39....

By 2026, 75% of organizations will increase business with IT vendors that have demonstrable sustainability goals and timelines and will seek to replace vendors that do not, Gartner predicts. Yet a desire to change direction is simply the starting point. So, how can organizations use technology to turn long-term ambitions for sustainability into practical steps forward? Here are a few ideas to start with. Create a prioritization framework Athina Kanioura, chief strategy and transformation officer at PepsiCo, says that establishing a strategy and a set of priorities is a critical first step to delivering sustainability....

In March 2021, the OECD noted that the recovery will depend crucially on the interplay between vaccine rollout and the appearance of new SARS-CoV-2 variants. Even under the OECD’s upside scenario, it will take until the beginning of 2022 for global economic activity to return to pre-pandemic forecast levels. The central projection and downside scenario, in particular, show the post-pandemic recovery taking much longer. SMBs and the economy Small and medium-sized businesses are mainstays of national economies....

Skillsoft’s 2022 IT Skills and Salary Report surveyed nearly 8,000 IT professionals and decision makers globally to understand the current state of skills, training, compensation and job satisfaction in the industry. If found that 66% of IT decision makers recognize skills gaps in their teams, a problem that is being driven by both difficulties in hiring and retaining workers, as well as underinvestment in training and development opportunities for existing staff....

But the number one feature to look for in a nanny cam is the ability to view the camera’s live stream and important recordings from a mobile device, giving parents peace of mind any time they need it. Must read: The best vlogging camerasThe best camerasThe best DSLR cameraThe best webcamsThe best cameras for beginnersThe best camera phonesThe best security camerasThe best camera accessories The Blink Indoor camera looks small and unassuming, making it an excellent choice for parents who don’t want to install an obvious nanny cam....

However, you may not be saving as much as you could. With the best credit cards for online shopping, there are exclusive rewards and savings that you can use when shopping online. If you fancy yourself as an online shopping enthusiast, then you’ll want to take note of these best credit cards to help you and your family find the best shopping deals online. While shopping for credit cards, consider our picks for the best credit cards for groceries, the best store cards for shoppers, and the best rewards credit cards....

Recently, Apple’s iMac has proved popular with many creative users and has inspired similar designs from Windows PC manufacturers. But some PC manufacturers have also come up with interesting angles of their own. The adjustable, touch-sensitive display of Microsoft’s Surface Studio can be lowered right down onto the desktop and used like a traditional drawing board for design and illustration work. Meanwhile, HP has outgunned the 27-inch iMac with its 32-inch and curved 34-inch all-in-one desktops....

Electric cars do lose driving range in winter, up to 20% according to some sources and as high as 41% with the heater turned up high according to others. However, to say that electric cars are practically unusable in winter is untrue. In January 2022, a winter storm in Virginia shut down Interstate 95 for more than 24 hours, causing a traffic jam in subfreezing temperatures. How long would an electric vehicle last in those conditions compared to a gasoline-powered vehicle?...

However, not all robot mops are created the same. They can be expensive, too, calling for a hefty investment when you want the upgraded features. It makes it all the more important that you make the right decision when choosing the best robot mop. Before you buy a new robot mop, this is what you need to know. Plus, check out our picks for the best robot mops you can buy!...

But where does one start? That is where we come in. We regularly survey the leading banks in the US to find the best savings account for you and your family. This is what we found. While you round up your search, consider our top picks for the best cash management accounts and the best free business checking accounts for that budding business! APY: 1.15%ACH transfers: $0Excessive transaction fee: $10 per transactionIncoming wires: $0Monthly fee: $0Outgoing wires: $20Returned deposit item: $7....

If you get super into your smart lighting, you can set up different automations. For instance, you can make your lamps turn on at sunset. Or you can enjoy the convenience of asking Alexa, Google, or Siri to run a scene to create a fun Halloween-themed atmosphere for your annual costume party. It used to be that if you wanted to buy a smart light bulb at your nearest store, you’d have no option but to fork over $60 for a Philips Hue, and not many want to spend that on a light bulb....