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  Ahead of Samsung’s Unpacked event on August 10 th , Samsung Electronics President TM Roh said in a blog post that more people globally were picking up foldable phones. Roh wrote saying that three years ago, the Samsung Galaxy foldables could be summed up in a single word as radical. However, very quickly, it was clear that this groundbreaking, flexible design fit perfectly into modern lifestyles. As a result, what was once a novelty three years ago is now the preferred choice for millions of people globally. In the blog post, Roh says that the industry shipped nearly 10 million foldable smartphones worldwide in 2021, up 300 percent from 2020. However, Samsung could be exaggerating the market slightly—CEO of DSCC and a widely-cited display tech analyst, Ross Young, shared data saying that there were 7.9 million foldable smartphones shipped. In contrast, the IDC says there were 7.1 million foldable devices shipped. Whatever the number is, it would represent just a fraction of the s...

  Ten years after launching a pioneering combination of Linux preinstalled on a commercial  laptop  with Project Sputnik, Canonical and Dell announced that the XPS 13 Plus is the first OEM PC certified for Ubuntu 22.04 Long-Term Support (LTS). The Ubuntu certification makes this a straightforward route to having a PC that works without worrying about whether each component is ready to work with Linux. Linux-equipped Developer Edition models of the laptop were already available, with prices beginning at $1,289.00, but currently ship with the older 20.04 LTS software. Long-term support releases deliver what it says on the box, with the end of standard support for this version scheduled in 2027 and the end of life in 2032. Certified devices are lab tested to check the compatibility of every component, which means the device has specific drivers installed to make all of its features work correctly. Dell ships Ubuntu on many other machines—and other models of the XPS line, inc...

  More businesses than ever before now realize the benefits of remote working for their businesses and their team. If you’re considering moving your business to remote working, then take a look at the following post we’ve put together below. We’re going to be listing some of the benefits of remote working for your business. We’ll also be featuring some tips on how to successfully run a business operating on remote or hybrid working. So, keep reading to find out more. Benefits Of Switching To Remote Working Firstly, let’s cover some of the reasons why your business could  benefit from switching to remote working . In terms of saving money on expenses for your business, remote working can very often work out cheaper when running your business. You can save money by: not having to pay for office space not having to cover the costs of staff commutes no running utility costs increasing productivity and boosting business performance happier team and lower staff turnover saving on re...

  There is no one formula for becoming an inspiring leader. However, there are certain skills and qualities that can help you on your way. To become an inspiring leader, you need to be able to communicate effectively, build relationships, and motivate others. You also need to have a strong sense of self-awareness and be able to manage your own emotions. If you can develop these skills, you will be well on your way to becoming an inspiring leader. 1. Communication One of the most important skills for any leader is communication. Whatever the type of  leadership training  you undergo, communication will always be among the top skills you need to master. As a leader, you need to be able to communicate your vision and inspire others to buy into it. You also need to be able to listen to people and understand their concerns. If you can effectively communicate with others, you will be able to build strong relationships and get people on board with your vision. After all, how can...

  NASA revealed billions of years of cosmic evolution with the inaugural batch of photos from the largest, most potent observatory launched into  space . The first high-resolution, full-color pictures from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), designed to peer further than ever before with better clarity to the dawn of the universe, were hailed by NASA as a milestone marking a new era of astronomical exploration. The James Webb Space Telescope, finely tuned after months spent remotely calibrating its instruments and aligning its mirrors, scientists will embark on a competitively selected agenda exploring the evolution of galaxies, atmospheres of distant exoplanets, the life cycle of stars, and moons of our solar system. Among a panel of experts who briefed reporters following the big reveal, Webb deputy project scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Maryland, Amber Straughn, said that all of them were blown away by the quality of images captured by the JWST. The cro...

  Twitter Inc. sued billionaire Elon Musk for violating his $44 billion deal to purchase the microblogging platform. The firm asked a Delaware  court  to order the Tesla and SpaceX CEO to complete the merger. The complaint read Musk believed that he—unlike every other party subject to Delaware contract law—was free to change his mind, trash the firm, destroy stockholder value, disrupt its operations, and walk away scot-free. The litigation sets in motion what promises to be one of the most important legal face-offs in Wall Street history, concerning one of the business world’s most colorful entrepreneurs in a case that will turn on staid contract language. On July 8, Musk said he was terminating the deal because Twitter violated the agreement by failing to answer to requests for information regarding fake or spam accounts on the platform, which is fundamental to its business performance. The lawsuit accused Elon Musk of a long list of violations of the merger agreement th...

  When it comes to our future, most of us want to make sure we're doing everything possible to set ourselves up for success. And while there are many different paths we can take to get there, one of the smartest investments we can make is in our own education and development. Here are six great ways to invest in your future. 1. Lifelong Learning One of the best ways to invest in your future is to never stop learning. Read books, take classes, and attend seminars on topics that interest you. Not only will this make you more well-rounded and knowledgeable, but it will also help you develop new skills that can be applied in your career. A variety of  online courses  can provide you with the necessary knowledge at any moment. Lifelong learning is important because technology is constantly evolving. In any field, it is essential to be able to keep up with the latest advancements. 2. Professional Development Investing in your professional development is another great way to pre...

Let the truth be told.  Today’s world is heavily dependent on data. Businesses use data to create marketing campaigns, conduct business research, come up with sales forecasts, etc.  While all this data can prove extremely beneficial for commercial institutions, it often also becomes a source of headache for many. For instance, according to a statistical report, worldwide companies from across all industries, combined generate 2,000,000,000,000,000,000 bytes of data each day.  Now that’s a huge number, which is easy to overwhelm business owners.  And guess what, by 2023, this volume of data will be worth  $73 billion . No matter how seasoned an entrepreneur you may be, it could be a difficult challenge to handle all your business aspects on your own. It is practically impossible to handle all your company departments alone, without losing your sanity. This is when you should leverage technology.  In this article, we will explore the top 6 tools to help you o...