The world is thirsty (2023)Mous Lamrabats Striking Portraits Put Unity, Love, and Compassion in Sharp FocusDecember 27, 2024BooksPhotographyKate MothesBorn in Morocco and raised in Belgium, Mous Lamrabat has long been fascinated by diasporic experience and the surprising parallels, contradictions, and intersections between cultures. Through fashion photography and vibrant personal work, the photographer celebrates love, freedom, and unity.Five years in the making, Lamrabats new book Mousganistan is a dive into an in-between territory in which opposites collide and create beauty and abundance, new connections, and dialogues in a visually thought-provoking and at times confronting way, says a statement.Pinky promises (2021)Published by Lannoo, Mousganistan leads us on a journey through portraiture and Lamrabats creative process, highlighting the spaces where cultures, symbols, capitalism, spirituality, and survival meet. He often focuses on diasporic communities, tracing connections between global geography, cultures, and identity. Lamrabat often focuses up-close on an individual or a pair sporting unique garments or abstract coverings, accessorizing with brand logos or pop culture symbols. His images nearly glow with bold contrasts, vivid color, and remarkable backdrops. Beauty, interconnectedness, and youthful energy challenge our notions of traditional culture and open our minds to imagine a future fueled by compassion and understanding.Explore more on Lamrabats website, and grab your copy of Mousganistan on Bookshop.Cant wrap my head around it (2021)Louis the clown (2021)Money Trees (2020)Kingdom of lions (2021)Next article

close 'CyberGuy': How to securely lock your iPhone, iPad from prying eyes Tech expert Kurt Knutsson reveals how you can secure your iPhone/iPad: Strong passcode, biometric security and software updates. Did you know that, in the U.S., electronic signatures are just as valid as your good old handwritten ones? Pretty cool, right?But if youre scratching your head wondering how to get your digital John Hancock on those online documents, youre not alone.Dont worry, Ive got you covered.Below, youll find an easy step-by-step guide to help you add your digital signature to documents on your Apple devices without the hassle of printing, signing, and scanning. Lets dive in. (Windows users, follow these steps.) A woman scrolling on her phone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to sign PDFs on your iPhoneOne of the many advantages of owning an iPhone is the ability to sign documents electronically, even when you're away from your laptop or desktop. Heres a step-by-step guide on how to sign any PDF you receive.After verifying that the sender is legitimate, open the PDF if it isnt already viewable in the email.Hold and press the PDF if it is viewable in the body of the email, orclick to open the PDF.In the pop-up window, selectMarkup and ReplyOn the bottom right of the Markup toolbar, tap the '+' iconSelectAdd Signature Steps to sign PDFs on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)SelectAdd or Remove SignatureUse your finger, stylus or Apple Pencil tosign your nameOnce you're satisfied with your signature, select Done. Steps to sign PDFs on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)To resize the signature, drag the blue dots around it.To position the signature correctly,select and drag it to the correct position in the document.Then select DoneA drop-down menu will give you the option toReply to the original email you opened the PDF in orSave to Files if you want to save the PDF with your signature to your iPhone to email later.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? Steps to sign PDFs on your iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to add your signature to a PDF or document using a MacA program called Preview comes standard on every Mac computer. It is a great and free tool to view or edit photos and PDFs. In addition to being able to crop and rotate pictures using Preview, you can annotate your PDF and easily add a signature right on your Apple laptop or desktop computer.Open the PDF document in Preview; if your PDF doesnt open in Preview, right-click it, hover overOpen with and selectPreview.Once your document is open, tapTools on the top of your toolbar.Scroll toAnnotate, hover and then scroll toSignature and tapManage SignaturesYou can add your signature in three different ways: using thetrackpad,camera oriPhone.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Steps to add your signature to a PDF or document using a Mac (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Using your trackpad to create a signatureTo use your trackpad or mouse to digitally create your signature:Press where it says Trackpad.Then tapClick Here to Begin and start signing with your mouse or trackpad. While a mouse might be more accurate, this option is a little sensitive and makes it a little trickier to recreate your signature as cleanly as you might want.Once youve created your signature, pressany key, then clickDone.Then click on yoursignature andhold it down while you use your trackpad to place it wherever you want on your document.If you want toresize it, drag the blue dots around the signature.When finished, clickoutside of the box surrounding your signature andsave your document by clickingFilein the upper left-hand corner of your screen and then scrolling down and clickingSave.Using your camera to create a signatureFor this option, you will have to pull out a piece of paper and a pen and sign your name on the piece of paper, or if you have a hard copy of the document with your signature already on it.First, press where it says Camera.Then tapClick Here to BeginSign your nameonto a white piece of paper, and then hold it up facing the camera so that your signature is level with the blue line in the window.When your signature appears in the window, clickDone.Then click on yoursignature andhold it down while you use your trackpad to place it wherever you want on your document.If you want toresize it, drag the blue dots around the signature.When finished, clickoutside of the box surrounding your signature andsave your document by clickingFile in the upper left-hand corner of your screen and then scrolling down and clickingSave. Steps to use your camera to create a signature (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Using your iPhone or iPad to create a signatureIf you have both a Mac and an iPhone or iPad, this might be the easiest option:If your devices are connected, when you select theiPhone or iPad option in Previews signature manager, your phone will display a box for you to sign with your finger. Go ahead and sign.Once youve signed your signature, then tapDone, and it will appear back on your Mac in Preview.Then click on yoursignature andhold it down while you use your trackpad to place it wherever you want on your document.If you want toresize it, drag the blue dots around the signature.When finished clickoutside of the box surrounding your signature andsave your document by clickingFile in the upper left-hand corner of your screen and then scrolling down and clickingSave.Once you've created your signature on your iPhone, iPad or Mac, your new digital signature should be available across any of those devices that share the same Apple ID.Kurts key takeawaysGone are the days when signing your documents and getting them to the necessary parties was time-consuming and expensive. Because digital signatures are just as binding as handwritten signatures in most circumstances, using any of the methods to create an electronic signature helps get your important documents signed and emailed.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPDo you have an electronic signature ready to go? If not, how will you create one? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.

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In context: Nvidia is expected to unveil the next-generation RTX 5000 graphics cards next month, but leaks have uncovered most of the new lineup's technical details. The latest reports offer a close-up of the flagship GPU and answer lingering questions regarding the mid-range options. Leakers on the Chiphell forums recently provided two close-up images of the upcoming GeForce RTX 5090. Meanwhile, established tipster @kopite7kimi has provided near-complete specs for the 5070 Ti and 5070.The first RTX 5090 photo, appearing to show a naked custom PNY variant, confirms prior rumors that the card will be big. A PCIe 5.0 connector, a single-slot 12V-2x6 port, 16 memory modules, and over 40 capacitors are visible. Another image shows the flagship card with its components installed, including its GB202-300-A1 GPU, said to be Nvidia's largest consumer GPU die in six years at 24mm x 31mm.Based on prior reports, the RTX 5090 substantially outperforms the 4090 with 32 GB of GDDR7 VRAM running at 28Gbps on a 512-bit bus and 21,760 CUDA cores. While its TDP is rumored to be 600W, the final product's power draw might be considerably lower.Meanwhile, two recent Twitter posts from Kopite corroborate prior leaks regarding the RTX 5070 Ti and 5070. Notably, the 5070's 6,144 CUDA core count confirms that it is slightly cut down from the GB205's maximum of 6,400. The GPU features 12 GB of VRAM on a 192-bit bus and draws 250W a slight increase over the 4070.Customers who are disappointed with the RTX 5070's modest VRAM pool but unwilling to pay the 5080's likely quadruple-digit price tag should consider the 5070 Ti. This card boosts memory to 16 GB while drawing 300W with 8,960 CUDA cores. All RTX 5000 graphics cards are equipped with GDDR7 VRAM. // Related StoriesClock speeds and prices are the only remaining critical details that remain unknown. The latter likely won't leak before Nvidia's expected unveiling during its January 6 CES keynote, but the new images of the RTX 5090's monstrous PCB will likely stoke fears that it will break the $2,000 mark.The upcoming Radeon RX 9000 series from AMD is also expected to debut at the trade show. Together with Intel's recently launched Arc Battlemage lineup, it could pose a serious challenge to the RTX 5060, which Nvidia might introduce later in the first quarter of 2025.

Forward-looking: If you're thinking of buying a next-generation graphics card, you might want to do it sooner rather than later. Nvidia and AMD are reportedly increasing the production and shipping rate of their upcoming GPUs so they can avoid the Trump administration's tariffs, which could push prices up by 40%. The rival tech giants, along with other companies who will be impacted, are rushing to get their products into the US before January 20, which is when Trump's new tariffs are believed to come into effect.Trump plans to impose 10% to 20% tariffs on imported goods, while imports from China will be hit with a special 60% tariff. Their aim is to bring manufacturing back to the US.Manufacturers will certainly pass some of these new costs onto consumers in the form of higher selling prices. That means the likes of laptops, smartphones, monitors, desktop computers and TVs, most of which are primarily manufactured in China, would become more expensive.While Nvidia and AMD use the likes of TSMC and Samsung for chip manufacturing, the assembly and packaging of their graphics cards, including cooling systems, PCBs, and other components, are often done by companies in China, such as Foxconn or BYD. AIB partners like Asus, MSI, Gigabyte, and Zotac carry out much of their assembly in China, too.According to Ctee, GPU manufacturers have been rushing to ensure their products arrive at US warehouses before the January 20 inauguration. // Related StoriesAlso read: Economists warn that Trump's tariffs could cause tech prices to skyrocketNvidia is set to unveil the RTX 5000 series at CES in just over a week, while AMD will reveal the Radeon 9000 series. The tariffs have the potential to push selling prices of these next-gen cards up significantly. If, for example, Nvidia's flagship RTX 5090 does come with the rumored $1,799 MSRP, a 40% selling price increase due to the new tariffs would push that figure to over $2,500.Manufacturers are trying to stockpile goods in the US before January 20 to avoid passing the tariff increases onto customers, as a sudden jump in prices would undoubtedly impact demand. But companies won't be able to avoid raising prices forever.It's not just graphics cards that could become much more expensive as a result of the tariffs. A recent Consumer Technology Association (CTA) report notes that laptops could go up by 45%. Smartphone costs are expected to rise by 25.8 percent, monitors are anticipated to see a 31.2 percent increase, and game consoles could become 40% more expensive.

It's time to round up the best CPUs on the market. After countless CPU reviews, benchmarks, retests, and revisits, we've put it all together into a single article to make your CPU shopping as straightforward as possible.Whether you're upgrading your PC or building a new one, choosing the right processor can be overwhelming, given the sheer number of options available. In this guide, we've done the heavy lifting for you by narrowing down the choices to the best options across five key categories that we believe effectively cover the market from top to bottom. Admittedly, there is no 5800X3D or 5700X3D pick here, which might draw some criticism upfront.It's also worth mentioning, there are a lot of CPUs currently on sale, but you can ignore the vast majority of them as they simply don't make sense for one reason or another, or the use case is just too niche. For example, we're often asked if it's worth getting one of AMD's APU's, such as the Ryzen 7 8700G or 8600G, but for desktop users, especially those planning on using a discrete GPU, they don't make sense mostly because the CPU portion is so weak.From budget-friendly processors to core-heavy monsters, we'll help you find the ideal CPU for your specific needs, whether it's productivity, gaming, or both. Let's dive in.Best CPU, Entry-Level Platform UpgradeIntel Core i5-12400FIn numbers Price: $111 on AmazonStarting with the most affordable option, our recommendation for the best value entry-level CPU depends on whether you're upgrading your CPU, motherboard, and possibly memory, or building an entirely new PC. These scenarios have different budget considerations.If you're upgrading your platform, the most cost-effective option right now is the Intel Core i5-12400F. This is the CPU we recommend for those looking to spend as little as possible, which also means pairing it with DDR4 memory.In the past, we recommended the Core i3-12100F, which is currently priced at just $75. However, this quad-core model is starting to struggle in newer games. As a result, we advise spending a bit more on the 6-core 12400F, which can now be found for $110.The 12400F has been one of Intel's most popular processors in recent years because it is both highly affordable and sufficiently powerful. The main drawback is that you're investing in a dead platform with LGA1700, so it only makes sense if you stick with cheaper DDR4 memory.In total, you can get the 12400F, a DDR4 LGA1700 motherboard, and a 32GB kit of DDR4-3600 memory for around $250 a hard-to-beat value. The only real alternative here is AMD's AM4 platform, which is arguably one of the best PC platforms ever created. However, the Ryzen 5 5600, which also costs $110, is slower than the Core i5, making the 12400F our clear recommendation.It's also important to note that there's no point in spending additional money on either Intel's LGA1700 or AMD's AM4 platforms, as they are effectively end-of-life. If your budget allows, you should focus on a current platform instead. Speaking of which, let's explore that next. Back to top Best CPU for a New Gaming PCAMD Ryzen 5 7600In numbers Price: $199 on AmazonFor those with a tighter budget who are building an entry-level PC they hope to keep for many years, we recommend spending a little extra on the CPU, motherboard, and memory by choosing the Ryzen 5 7600.The Ryzen 5 7600 is a significantly faster CPU than the Core i5-12400F, even though both are 6-core processors. In gaming performance, the 7600 is nearly 20% faster, and that advantage grows to almost 30% if the Core i5 is paired with DDR4 memory instead of high-speed DDR5.Of course, the Ryzen 5 processor costs more about 80% more if you compare just the CPU prices, and 60% more when factoring in motherboard and memory costs. However, when building an entire budget PC, the total cost difference shrinks. A complete Core i5 system might cost around $730, while the Ryzen 5 system could come in at $890. This means the Ryzen 5 costs roughly 20% more, and in the worst-case scenario, it offers the same cost per frame while delivering far better overall performance with the AMD platform.Additionally, the Ryzen 5 7600 offers a platform that will age better, thanks in part to the increased bandwidth provided by DDR5 memory. This platform is almost certain to offer a solid upgrade path in the future. While DDR5 memory can also be paired with the Core i5-12400F, doing so undermines the value of that CPU, making it a less financially viable option.For those building a new PC or upgrading to a more modern platform, we recommend the Ryzen 5 7600 or its Chinese counterpart, the 7500F, available on AliExpress. If you are shopping on AliExpress, keep in mind that not only are Ryzen CPUs often cheaper, but the Core i5-12400F is currently available for as little as $80. Back to top Best Value Mid-Range CPUAMD Ryzen 7 7700In numbers Price: $285 on AmazonThe best value mid-range CPU right now is the Ryzen 7 7700 or 7700X, depending on which is cheaper in your region. Currently, they can be found for around $270. In terms of cost per frame, the Intel Core i5-14600K at $235 offers slightly better value, and the 14600KF at $220 is an even better deal.Even though the Core i5 models are solid options, we would still recommend the Ryzen 7 for several reasons. First and foremost, the LGA1700 platform is effectively a dead end, with no meaningful upgrade path for the 14600K beyond the 14900K, which isn't significantly faster for gaming, costs considerably more, and consumes more power.The Ryzen 7, on the other hand, offers a decent upgrade path. We can envision a future where the 9800X3D becomes widely available at low prices, and it is already known to deliver over 30% better performance. Additionally, there's the potential for future Ryzen processors to provide even greater performance on the AM5 platform, which makes it a more appealing choice.If we focus on current performance, the gaming capabilities of the 14600K and Ryzen 7 7700 are very comparable. However, the 7700 consumes significantly less power, which results in less heat generation an advantage that makes AMD's option a clear winner in this regard.As a side note, some might wonder why the Ryzen 5 7600X3D wasn't chosen as the best mid-range deal. The reason is simple: the 7600X3D is a Micro Center exclusive. Unless you have access to purchase there, this CPU isn't an option for most buyers. That said, if you can buy from Micro Center, the 7600X3D is worth considering. It is currently priced at $300, which is a small premium over the Ryzen 7 7700/7700X but offers significantly better gaming performance in most cases.Finally, there's also the newer Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X, but for gamers, both models represent poor value at the moment. They are more expensive than the Zen 4 parts while offering no meaningful performance advantage. Back to top Best Gaming CPUAMD Ryzen 7 9800X3DIn numbers Price: $479 on AmazonThere's no room for debate here: the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is hands down the best gaming CPU money can buy right now. The only issue with this CPU is its availability. At $480, it's not ridiculously expensive considering it's the very best, but demand from gamers is extremely high. As a result, weeks after its release and it remains incredibly difficult to find.The next best thing is the Ryzen 7 7800X3D, but that too is mostly out of stock and not worth paying a premium for. The best course of action is to be patient and wait for the 9800X3D to become more readily available. This reflects the current state of the PC hardware market: most products you don't want to buy because they're underwhelming, and the few great ones are nearly impossible to get. Perhaps the industry should focus on making fewer disappointing products but surely it's not that simple.Anyway, the 9800X3D is incredibly popular because it is undeniably the best of the best, and gamers naturally gravitate toward the top-performing hardware. That said, while the 9800X3D is excellent, not everyone needs it. For many gamers, the Ryzen 7 7700 will perform just as well and offer significantly better value.This is primarily because, in most cases, gaming performance is limited by the GPU rather than the CPU. With a modern and powerful processor like the Ryzen 7 7700, your frame rate will almost always be constrained by the GPU long before the CPU becomes a bottleneck.Of course, there are exceptions competitive shooters, strategy games, city builders, and turn-based games can sometimes be more CPU-intensive. However, for the vast majority of gamers, the GPU will remain the limiting factor. Keep this in mind when deciding whether the 9800X3D is truly necessary for your setup. Back to top Best Productivity CPUsAMD Ryzen 9 9950X or Intel Core Ultra 9 285KIn numbers Price: $499 on AmazonThere are just a handful of standout options for top productivity CPUs: the Ryzen 9 7950X, the Ryzen 9 9950X, and the Core Ultra 9 285K. All three are excellent for productivity tasks, and the best choice will largely depend on your specific workload, so it's important to research how each CPU performs for your use case.It's hard to overlook the Ryzen 9 7950X right now, as it is readily available and priced at just under $500. Meanwhile, the Ryzen 9 9950X, which is only marginally better in most scenarios, is priced at $600 and is also in stock, giving you the flexibility to choose either.On the Intel side, there's the Core Ultra 9 285K, which technically exists but has been largely unavailable since release. It sold just a small number of units at its $630 MSRP. Right now if you want one, but don't want to wait for stock to be replenished you'll have to pay around $800, so please don't do that.The 285K can outperform the Ryzen 9 9950X in certain workloads, so, as mentioned, it's crucial to review benchmarks for your specific applications. However, given the availability challenges, the 9950X might be the easier option to get. Do keep in mind that the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is expected to launch soon, too, which could be worth waiting for. Its release might also drive down the prices of existing CPUs, making them an even better deal. Back to top

Wicked has been dazzling audiences in theaters around the world. Now, fans can hold space with the lyrics of Defying Gravity in their homes before the year ends.Universal Pictures Home Entertainment announced Thursday that Wicked will be available to own or rent on digital platforms on December 31, 2024. The digital release will include special features, such as 10 deleted and extended scenes, a sing-along version, a 40-minute journey through Oz, personal stories from the cast about their relationship to the musical, an inside look at The Wizard of Oz, and special commentary from director Jon M. Chu and stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.Recommended VideosWickedwill also be available in 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on February 4, 2025.Please enable Javascript to view this contentWickedis the first movie in a two-part feature film adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical. The movie tells the origin stories of Elphaba (Erivo), a green, strong-willed outcast, and Glinda (Grande), a popular young woman. The two first meet at Shiz University in the Land of Oz and form an unlikely friendship. Their fateful meeting with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz causes a schism in their relationship, as the two head down paths to eventually become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good, respectively.Wicked - Official TrailerWickedsensemble includes Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Ethan Slater as Boq, Bowen Yang as Pfannee, Bronwyn James as ShenShen, Keala Settle as Miss Coddle, Peter Dinklage as Dr. Dillamond, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz.RelatedDirected by Chu,Wickedhas been a hit critically and commercially. Wickedgarnered four Golden Globe nominations, including Best Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, and won Best Film from the National Board of Review. Wicked opened to $112.5 million in the U.S. and Canada, the largest opening weekend for a film based on a Broadway musical.Wickedis now in theaters everywhere. The second part, Wicked: For Good, arrives on November 21, 2025.Editors Recommendations

NASAs Parker Solar Probe has phoned home, providing the eagerly anticipated confirmation that it managed to survive its close pass of the sun earlier this week.Following its record-breaking closest approach to the sun, NASAs Parker Solar Probe has transmitted a beacon tone back to Earth indicating its in good health and operating normally, the space agency said in an announcement on its website early on Friday.Recommended VideosThe data-gathering spacecraft zipped by the sun on Tuesday at 430,000 mph (692,017 kph) the fastest speed ever reached by a human-made object coming within 3.8 million miles of the solar surface.Please enable Javascript to view this contentBut the spacecrafts position in relation to Earth led to an expected communications blackout, meaning that the mission operations team at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland, had to wait until now to discover if it had survived the close encounter with the sun.RelatedTo the teams relief, a signal came through from the Parker Solar Probe late on Thursday night. The spacecraft is expected to send back detailed telemetry data on its status on January 1.This close-up study of the sun allows Parker Solar Probe to take measurements that help scientists better understand how material in this region gets heated to millions of degrees, trace the origin of the solar wind (a continuous flow of material escaping the sun), and discover how energetic particles are accelerated to near light speed, NASA said. Previous close passes have helped scientists pinpoint the origins of structures in the solar wind and map the outer boundary of the suns atmosphere.NASAs Parker Solar Probe was launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, in 2018. Its first significant flyby of the sun took place in April 2021, during which the probe became the first spacecraft to touch our nearest star by entering its outer atmosphere, known as the corona.Editors Recommendations