Category: Software

Tax return software makes filing easy, but knowing when to hire a professional is key

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TORONTO — Imagine sitting down with a messy pile of T-slips and old receipts to file your tax return one line at a time. It sounds intimidating — and a reason why even people with unclear returns may choose to hire an accountant. With the advent of self-filing software, however, the majority of people are able to file their own taxes without professional guidance, or the costs that go along with it. But the key is understanding when to recruit extra help. “There’s a lot more simplification of the process with the online platforms,” ​​says Andrea Thompson, a certified financial…Continue Reading

Two new video game studios form with “Star Wars” and id Software pedigrees

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Video game studios like other tech industries have seen plenty of growth this year. Publishers have announced several layoffs while others have said they will refocus their approach. That means plenty of talent is out there, and in this uncertain time, two studios have emerged this week boasting several big names and hints of promising AAA projects. Giant Skull and empty vessel have impressive pedigrees. Giant Skull is headed by Stig Asmussen who recently helmed the “Star Wars Jedi” titles. Both are stellar games. He also previously worked for Santa Monica Studios on “God of War II” and “God of…Continue Reading

OnePlus rolling out new software update for OnePlus 12R to improve stability, performance

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OnePlus has announced the rollout of a new software update for its OnePlus 12R. The new software update will improve performance, fingerprint unlocking, and overall stability. This update marks one of the initial releases for the OnePlus 12R globally, including the Indian market. The latest update, identified as OxygenOS 14.0.0.500, is an incremental rollout specifically tailored for the higher mid-range OnePlus 12R. For global users, the update is being distributed under the version number CPH2609_14.0.0.500(EX01), while Indian users will receive the CPH2585_14.0.0.500(EX01) version, as detailed in OnePlus’ community post, according to a report by Android Central. The changelog, available on…Continue Reading

Meet Devin, World’s 1st AI Software Engineer Who Can Build Websites, Videos From A Prompt

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Devin can also identify and rectify bugs (Representational) US-based start-up Cognition has launched what it calls the world’s first AI software engineer. Named Devin, Cognition’s AI software engineer can write, debug and deploy code to create functioning websites and videos. Devin is a software development assistant in the vein of Copilot, which was built by GitHub, Microsoft and OpenAI, but, like, a next-level software development assistant. This AI software engineer has the capability to take a single command and turn it into a functioning website or software program. Devin can also identify and rectify bugs, reducing the time and effort…Continue Reading