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Wemo devices lose cloud access as Belkin ends service on Jan 31, 2026
technology26 days ago

Wemo devices lose cloud access as Belkin ends service on Jan 31, 2026

Belkin will shut down cloud support for most Wemo smart devices on January 31, 2026, leaving only Thread-based models and devices already set up in Apple HomeKit functional. Remote access, voice assistant integrations, and future app updates will end for affected devices, though HomeKit-configured units set up before the cutoff will continue to work; some devices may still operate manually, and warranty holders may qualify for partial refunds.

via Slashdot|
#belkin#cloud#homekit
Cutting Costs with LibreOffice: Ditching Microsoft 365 for a Free Alternative
technology1 month ago

Cutting Costs with LibreOffice: Ditching Microsoft 365 for a Free Alternative

A consumer writer explains switching from Microsoft 365 to the free, open-source LibreOffice to save money. LibreOffice runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, includes familiar apps (Writer, Calc, Impress, Draw, Base, Math), stores documents locally with optional encryption, and emphasizes privacy, but lacks native cloud collaboration and a polished mobile app, can face compatibility quirks with complex documents shared with Microsoft 365, and offers extensive customization via extensions. Overall, it’s a strong value for personal use and budgeting, with trade-offs for work or cloud-based workflows.

via CNET|
#libreoffice#microsoft365#offline
"Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Game Pulled Offline on Day One Due to Bug"
gaming2 years ago

"Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Game Pulled Offline on Day One Due to Bug"

Rocksteady Studios' new live-service multiplayer shooter, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, went offline due to a "story completion" bug for Deluxe Edition players, who paid $30 more for early access. The bug caused the game to be taken offline for several hours, leaving players unable to play the always-online game. Rocksteady compensated affected players with 2000 LuthorCoins, and the game is now back online. The standard edition launches on February 2, and players hope for compensation for the inconvenience.

via Game Informer|
#bug#compensation#gaming
"Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Early Access Edition Offline Due to Bug"
gaming2 years ago

"Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Early Access Edition Offline Due to Bug"

Rocksteady Studios took its new live-service multiplayer shooter, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, offline due to a "story completion bug" affecting Early Access players, prompting scheduled maintenance and causing disappointment for those who paid extra for early access. The Deluxe Edition preorders go live on January 30, with the game releasing for everyone else on February 2.

via Game Informer|
#bug#gaming#maintenance
"Suicide Squad Deluxe Edition Pulled Offline on Launch Day Due to Game-Breaking Bug"
gaming2 years ago

"Suicide Squad Deluxe Edition Pulled Offline on Launch Day Due to Game-Breaking Bug"

Rocksteady Studios has taken its new live-service multiplayer shooter, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, offline after Early Access players encountered a "story completion" bug, affecting those who purchased the Deluxe Edition for early access. The game's servers are undergoing maintenance to resolve the issue, causing disappointment for players who paid extra for early access. The Deluxe Edition preorders go live on January 30, with the game releasing for all other purchasers on February 2.

via Game Informer|
#bug#gaming#maintenance
Windows XP activation algorithm cracked for offline use
technology2 years ago

Windows XP activation algorithm cracked for offline use

The activation algorithm for Windows XP has been completely cracked, allowing for totally offline activation. The program allowing it has apparently existed for at least several months, possibly floating in the ether as a torrent download. Microsoft ended official support for Windows XP just over nine years ago, but the OS refuses to die. In fact, as recently as 2021, the Windows XP remained the most popular operating system in Armenia.

via The Verge|
#activation#cracking#offline
Windows XP Activation Algorithm Successfully Cracked
technology2 years ago

Windows XP Activation Algorithm Successfully Cracked

The encrypted algorithm for Windows XP activation has been cracked entirely offline, more than 20 years after its debut and nine years after its end of life. The solution, xp_activate32.exe, processes the code generated by Windows XP's phone activation option into a proper activation key, which is persistent across system wipes and reinstalls. While fully functional XP images exist in many places, including Microsoft's own Windows XP Mode for Windows 7, the cracked algorithm is a rhetorical and mathematical victory for those dealing with hardware that truly needs XP.

via Ars Technica|
#activation-algorithm#offline#software
Google Authenticator's Encryption Issues and Offline Usage
technology2 years ago

Google Authenticator's Encryption Issues and Offline Usage

Google Authenticator's recent update allows users to sync 2FA codes across multiple devices using their Google Account, but this raises security concerns as it is not end-to-end encrypted. To use Google Authenticator offline and turn off syncing, users can tap their profile photo in the app, select "Use without an account," and continue. This limits 2FA codes to the device and provides extra peace of mind.

via 9to5Google|
#google-authenticator#offline#security