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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Panasonic TOUGHBOOK Research Highlights Urgency of Windows 11 Migration
Critical infrastructure organisations face increased security, compatibility, performance, cost, and compliance risks if they delay upgrading to Windows 11. Bracknell, UK. 23rd July 2025 – Panasonic TOUGHBOOK has released research revealing the challenges and concerns for organisations navigating Windows 10 end-of-life and migrating to the Windows 11 operating system*. With support for Windows 10 ceasing on 14th October 2025, Panasonic's research shows organisations that have not yet completed their migration are concerned about security risks, costs, and software compatibility issues arising from out-of-support software. Panasonic's whitepaper, 'Navigating the Shift: The Business Case for Upgrading to Windows 11' also explores the extent of hardware refreshes needed to support Windows 11, and reveals concerns about the impact of device downtime during upgrade cycles. Standing still presents significant security risks and cost implicationsOne of the biggest challenges surveyed organisations face is the security risk of inaction or delaying their Windows 11 migration. Ninety-eight percent of organisations surveyed say they are 'likely' to invest in Microsoft's Extended Security Update (ESU) if they have not completed migration to Windows 11 by October. More than half (58%) are not confident that they will be able to manage device security without either completing the migration or investing in ESU. They are concerned that if they don't migrate or purchase ESU, they will be exposed to higher ransomware and malware risk (94%), data breaches (93%), a lack of patches for new security threats (91%), compliance risks (89%) and the impact on business reputation (88%). Cost is another concerning factor for organisations delaying their Windows 11 migration beyond October 2025. Two-thirds predict that they'll face higher costs overall, with 55% expecting these will come in the form of higher cybersecurity expenses. With Microsoft advising that an enterprise with 1,000 devices will face an ESU bill for approximately £320,000 over the three years that ESU is available, the cost of delay is tangible and immediate In addition, 48% predict increased support costs and 46% believe business continuity risks will have cost implications. Increased maintenance costs (40%) and hardware costs (38%) are also factors. Software upgrade means hardware replacement and reduced productivitySurveyed organisations operate an average of 4,000 devices and estimate that 62% either have been, or will still need to be replaced or upgraded, to ensure compatibility with Windows 11. This rises to 76% of devices in organisations with more than 5,000 employees. Almost half (45%) of respondents see challenges around the loss of productivity due to downtime when devices are being upgraded. Consequently 75% are adopting a phased approach. One-quarter (25%) are delaying software upgrades to coincide with device replacement. Application and business software compatibility issues are another migration challenge, cited by 47%. Upgrades will be managed through a combination of remote upgrades (46%) and in-person upgrades (54%), with 64% expecting to draw heavily on device manufacturer support during the process. Benefits of migration outweigh risks of delayRespondents currently migrating to Windows 11 expect to unlock important benefits around security and protection (44%), performance and processing power (36%) and having a future-proofed device ecosystem (36%). They also seek to leverage AI features such as Microsoft Copilot or Bing AI (34%) as well as deploying Edge AI capabilities in the field (29%). Chris Turner, Head of Go-to-Market, Panasonic TOUGHBOOK Europe, comments: 'The window is closing for organisations to make a well-planned, measured and cost-effective transition to Windows 11 and start unlocking its benefits. The cost, security, and performance risks of delay are steadily increasing as the end-of-life deadline approaches, which is especially concerning in the critical sectors we surveyed including emergency services, field services and utilities, and defence organisations. 'Organisations that are still to undertake Windows 11 migration need support to ensure their deployment is not rushed and risky. Panasonic TOUGHBOOK offers customers full transition support to ensure a seamless migration experience, maintain productivity and take the uncertainty from the process. By acting now, businesses can avoid incurring both cost and risk beyond October 2025,' adds Turner. To download the Panasonic TOUGHBOOK whitepaper, 'Navigating the Shift: The Business Case for Upgrading to Windows 11', please click here: For more information on how Panasonic's Mobile-IT As-a-Service offering can help your organisation migrate to Windows 11, click here: *Research MethodologyPanasonic commissioned research from 200 decision makers from the UK and Germany (100 each) in March 2025. Respondents are involved with purchasing decisions and working for organisations with 1,000+ employees, in field services and utilities; defence; emergency services; automotive; supply chain and logistics; and manufacturing sectors. Panasonic Press ContactLisbeth LashmanaHead of European Marketing, Panasonic Panasonic Press ContactJim PopleC8 Consultingjim@ About the Panasonic GroupFounded in 1918, and today a global leader in developing innovative technologies and solutions for wide-ranging applications in the consumer electronics, housing, devices, B2B solutions and energy sectors worldwide, the Panasonic Group switched to an operating company system on April 1, 2022, with Panasonic Holdings Corporation serving as a holding company. The Group reported consolidated net sales of Euro 51.6 billion (8,458.2 billion yen) for the year ended March 31, 2025. To learn more about the Panasonic Group, please visit: About Panasonic Connect Europe GmbHPanasonic Connect Europe began operations on October 1st, 2021, creating a new Business-to-Business focused and agile organisation. With more than 400 employees and led by CEO Shusuke Aoki, the business aims to contribute to the success of its customers with innovative products and integrated systems and services – all designed to deliver its vision to Change Work, Advance Society and Connect to Tomorrow. Panasonic Connect Europe is headquartered in Wiesbaden and consist of the following business units: The Mobile Solutions Business Division helping mobile workers improve productivity with its range of Toughbook rugged notebooks, business tablets and handhelds. The Media Entertainment Business Division incorporating Visual System Solutions offering a range of high brightness and reliable projectors as well as high quality displays; and Broadcast & ProAV offering Smart Live Production solutions from an end-to-end portfolio consisting of PTZ and system cameras, camcorders, the Kairos IT/IP platform, switchers and robotic solutions that are widely used for live event capture, sports production, television, and xR studios. Business and Industry Solutions delivering tailored technology solutions focused on Retail, Logistics and Manufacturing. Designed to increase operational efficiency and enhance customer experience, helping businesses to perform at their best, every day. Panasonic Factory Solutions Europe selling a wide range of smart factory solutions including electronics manufacturing solutions, robot and welding systems and software solutions engineering. 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New York Post
19-07-2025
- New York Post
Two elite NYPD cops rescue two from burning Queens home
They went from the Finest to the Bravest. Two heroic NYPD officers spotted a fire in a Queens building Wednesday morning and leapt into action, busting down doors and dousing flames while searching for victims — with one telling The Post: 'It's in our blood.' Stunning video obtained by The Post shows Emergency Services Unit Sgt. Bryan Vesely and Detective Dan Dongvort, who were on patrol in ESU Truck 9 in Jamaica, Queens, when they sniffed out danger. 9 Two ESU cops smelled smoke in Queens that led them to a house on fire with sleeping residents inside, video shows. New York City Police Department 'We were just driving around the area and we noticed that there was a strong odor of smoke,' said Vesely, 38, a 12-year veteran. 'We noticed that the streets in the area were starting to fill up with smoke.' The two officers, part of an elite, 350-member unit known for daring feats, made their way to 229th Street, where they saw smoke pouring out of an attic vent, video shows. Training immediately kicked in for the officers, who are both volunteer firefighters in Long Island, and they boldly headed into the blaze. 9 Flames raged through the Cape Cod-style home's roof as the two ESU cops searched the home for survivors. Obtained by the New York Post 'I radioed that we needed the FDNY and EMS,' said Vesely. 'It was unknown if we had anyone inside.' Dongvort, 38, grabbed air tanks and door-opening halligan tools, and pressurized water can out of the ESU truck. 'There was a good volume of smoke pushing out of the top,' Dongvort said. 'I moved the vehicle off to the side so the FDNY could get in.' 9 NYPD Emergency Services Unit Sergeant Bryan Vesely ran into the home to find survivors. Obtained by the New York Post Video shows the courageous twosome donning the compressed oxygen packs, prying open doors and scouring the Cape Cod-style home for survivors. They checked three smoke-filled bedrooms and didn't find anyone but became worried when they saw children's toys. 'We did a secondary search to make sure we weren't missing anyone,' Dongvort said. 'Kids hide in very small spaces.' 9 ESU Det. Dan Dongvort used a halligan bar to bust through locked doors. Obtained by the New York Post Meanwhile, Vesley used the water can to knock back flames that licked at the floor and walls. 'I went outside to try to get a 360 of the house to see if we were missing anything,' Dongvort said. 'Turns out there was a basement apartment.' The two went downstairs and roused a sleeping man and woman, and hurriedly escorted them outside, the video shows. 9 The fire broke out in a Queens home on Wednesday. New York City Police Department Vesley then pulled the stairs down from the attic and climbed inside. 'I made my way up and it looked like there was a large volume of fire right behind me,' Vesely said. 'I tried my best to hold the fire back with the water can.' By then, the FDNY was on the scene and took over battling the all-hands blaze. 9 The ESU cops went through all the rooms and amped up their search after spying toys. New York City Police Department The residents were treated on the scene, and the woman thanked the cops from inside the ambulance. The cause of the blaze is being investigated by fire marshals. 'It's not everyday we just happen to roll upon a house fire,' Vesely said. 'But we do deal with high risk rescues and high risk warrants everyday. So something like this is very common for us.' 9 ESU trucks are stocked with equipment that allows cops to jump into dangerous situations. New York City Police Department The humble cops said they don't need accolades. 'I like to think that any other patrol cop would have done the same thing,' Vesely said. 'I think what gave us the advantage was having the proper equipment and our training.' 9 The officers had a pressurized water can with them that helped them extinguish some of the flames as they searched. New York City Police Department The detective agreed. 'In reality a lot of what we do is the nooks and crannies of the city and we're making problems go away for The City of New York,' he said. 'That's really what makes ESU so great. It's truly about making a difference and doing the job. 'It's in our blood.' 9 The officers found a sleeping man and woman in a basement apartment and guided them to safety, the video shows. New York City Police Department Afterwards, the sergeant went to a hospital for an evaluation because of smoke inhalation. 'I texted my wife that I had to go to the hospital and everything was all right and not to worry,' he said. 'She said, 'All right.' She's used to it.'
Economic Times
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Marvel Rivals Season 3 Release Time for US, UK, and other time zones — Klyntar Map, Phoenix, battle pass & more
Between the introduction of Phoenix, new maps, rebalanced heroes, and fresh team mechanics, Marvel Rivals is preparing for a robust and engaging chapter in its ongoing saga Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Global Launch Timings: When Does Marvel Rivals Season 3 Start? North America (West Coast) – 3:00 a.m. PDT North America (East Coast) – 6:00 a.m. EDT Brazil – 7:00 a.m. BRT United Kingdom – 11:00 a.m. BST Central Europe – 12:00 p.m. CEST Japan – 7:00 p.m. JST Australia (East Coast) – 8:00 p.m. AEST A New Format for Faster Updates Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Introducing Phoenix and the Klyntar Map Hero Adjustments: Buffs, Nerfs, and More Iron Man: His ultimate now charges more slowly. Emma Frost: Reduced invulnerability while in Diamond Form. Invisible Woman: Healing capabilities improved. The Thing: Gains the ability to knock airborne opponents out of the sky. Expanded Team-Up Abilities New Team-Ups: Ever-Burning Bond – Human Torch & Spider-Man Human Torch gains a +5% damage buff. Spider-Man unlocks Inferno Blast. Primal Flame – Phoenix & Wolverine Phoenix gets a 10% damage increase. Wolverine gains access to Phoenix Warrior. Adjusted Team-Ups: Stark Protocol – Iron Man & Squirrel Girl Squirrel Girl now has the Squirrel Missile skill. Symbiote Shenanigans – Venom & Jeff the Land Shark or Hela Hela is newly added, enabling Hel Tendrils. Venom receives an HP boost (+150) when Hela is present. Removed Team-Ups: ESU Alumnus – Spider-Man & Squirrel Girl Storming Ignition – Storm & Human Torch Looking Ahead to Season 3.5 and Beyond FAQs When does Marvel Rivals Season 3 start? What is the new map introduced in Marvel Rivals Season 3? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads As anticipation builds among gaming communities worldwide, Marvel Rivals Season 3 is poised for launch on July 11, bringing with it new content, characters, and changes that promise to redefine the competitive landscape of the title developed by NetEase. With a precise global rollout schedule and fresh gameplay features, fans are preparing for a dynamic start to the new asking "when does Marvel Rivals Season 3 start" need look no further. The update is set to go live immediately after a short maintenance window that is expected to begin at 4:00 a.m. EDT on July 11. Assuming no delays, Season 3 should begin by 6:00 a.m. EDT, as mentioned in a report by are the corresponding launch times for various global time zones:The Marvel Rivals Season 3 release time remains consistent across all platforms, ensuring a simultaneous global has announced a new seasonal structure starting with this update. Each season will now be divided into two halves, with Season 3.5 expected to launch around August 11. This move shortens content gaps and accelerates hero and feature rollouts, providing a more engaging and responsive gaming the heart of Season 3 is the debut of Phoenix (Jean Grey), a powerful Duelist known for her dynamic battle mechanics and thematic connection to the cosmic symbiote world. Her combat style blends single-target precision strikes, an area-of-effect blast, and airborne movement, making her a high-mobility threat. This is expected to shake up team compositions, especially for players accustomed to Hela-dominant new map, Klyntar: Celestial Husk, is inspired by the chaotic, symbiote-infused world from Marvel's lore. The new battle pass aligns with this theme, offering symbiote-based skins and gear for various 3 also arrives with several balance changes, mostly nerfing overpowered characters and improving underperforming ones:These changes are aimed at enhancing competitiveness and refining gameplay balance, particularly in high-tier a continued push for teamwork and synergy, Season 3 brings two new Team-Up Abilities and revisions to existing pairings:These additions and deletions aim to freshen up meta strategies and encourage exploration of new hero Season 3.5 has no confirmed date, the next playable character—Blade—has already been teased for release around August 11. This iteration promises to expand the game's roster further and deepen its narrative commitment to evolving Marvel Rivals with shorter, content-rich seasons and broader hero choices is evident. With Season 3 now upon players, expectations are high for the direction the game takes in its third 3 launches on July 11, 2025, immediately after a brief maintenance window beginning at 4:00 a.m. EDT. The servers are expected to go live by 6:00 a.m. EDT, barring any new map is Klyntar: Celestial Husk, based on the symbiote-infected Marvel universe. It offers chaotic environments aligned with the battle pass theme, which includes symbiote-based skins and gear.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marvel Rivals Season 3 Release Time for US, UK, and other time zones — Klyntar Map, Phoenix, battle pass & more
Between the introduction of Phoenix, new maps, rebalanced heroes, and fresh team mechanics, Marvel Rivals is preparing for a robust and engaging chapter in its ongoing saga Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Global Launch Timings: When Does Marvel Rivals Season 3 Start? North America (West Coast) – 3:00 a.m. PDT North America (East Coast) – 6:00 a.m. EDT Brazil – 7:00 a.m. BRT United Kingdom – 11:00 a.m. BST Central Europe – 12:00 p.m. CEST Japan – 7:00 p.m. JST Australia (East Coast) – 8:00 p.m. AEST A New Format for Faster Updates Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Introducing Phoenix and the Klyntar Map Hero Adjustments: Buffs, Nerfs, and More Iron Man: His ultimate now charges more slowly. Emma Frost: Reduced invulnerability while in Diamond Form. Invisible Woman: Healing capabilities improved. The Thing: Gains the ability to knock airborne opponents out of the sky. Expanded Team-Up Abilities New Team-Ups: Ever-Burning Bond – Human Torch & Spider-Man Human Torch gains a +5% damage buff. Spider-Man unlocks Inferno Blast. Primal Flame – Phoenix & Wolverine Phoenix gets a 10% damage increase. Wolverine gains access to Phoenix Warrior. Adjusted Team-Ups: Stark Protocol – Iron Man & Squirrel Girl Squirrel Girl now has the Squirrel Missile skill. Symbiote Shenanigans – Venom & Jeff the Land Shark or Hela Hela is newly added, enabling Hel Tendrils. Venom receives an HP boost (+150) when Hela is present. Removed Team-Ups: ESU Alumnus – Spider-Man & Squirrel Girl Storming Ignition – Storm & Human Torch Looking Ahead to Season 3.5 and Beyond FAQs When does Marvel Rivals Season 3 start? What is the new map introduced in Marvel Rivals Season 3? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads As anticipation builds among gaming communities worldwide, Marvel Rivals Season 3 is poised for launch on July 11, bringing with it new content, characters, and changes that promise to redefine the competitive landscape of the title developed by NetEase. With a precise global rollout schedule and fresh gameplay features, fans are preparing for a dynamic start to the new asking "when does Marvel Rivals Season 3 start" need look no further. The update is set to go live immediately after a short maintenance window that is expected to begin at 4:00 a.m. EDT on July 11. Assuming no delays, Season 3 should begin by 6:00 a.m. EDT, as mentioned in a report by are the corresponding launch times for various global time zones:The Marvel Rivals Season 3 release time remains consistent across all platforms, ensuring a simultaneous global has announced a new seasonal structure starting with this update. Each season will now be divided into two halves, with Season 3.5 expected to launch around August 11. This move shortens content gaps and accelerates hero and feature rollouts, providing a more engaging and responsive gaming the heart of Season 3 is the debut of Phoenix (Jean Grey), a powerful Duelist known for her dynamic battle mechanics and thematic connection to the cosmic symbiote world. Her combat style blends single-target precision strikes, an area-of-effect blast, and airborne movement, making her a high-mobility threat. This is expected to shake up team compositions, especially for players accustomed to Hela-dominant new map, Klyntar: Celestial Husk, is inspired by the chaotic, symbiote-infused world from Marvel's lore. The new battle pass aligns with this theme, offering symbiote-based skins and gear for various 3 also arrives with several balance changes, mostly nerfing overpowered characters and improving underperforming ones:These changes are aimed at enhancing competitiveness and refining gameplay balance, particularly in high-tier a continued push for teamwork and synergy, Season 3 brings two new Team-Up Abilities and revisions to existing pairings:These additions and deletions aim to freshen up meta strategies and encourage exploration of new hero Season 3.5 has no confirmed date, the next playable character—Blade—has already been teased for release around August 11. This iteration promises to expand the game's roster further and deepen its narrative commitment to evolving Marvel Rivals with shorter, content-rich seasons and broader hero choices is evident. With Season 3 now upon players, expectations are high for the direction the game takes in its third 3 launches on July 11, 2025, immediately after a brief maintenance window beginning at 4:00 a.m. EDT. The servers are expected to go live by 6:00 a.m. EDT, barring any new map is Klyntar: Celestial Husk, based on the symbiote-infected Marvel universe. It offers chaotic environments aligned with the battle pass theme, which includes symbiote-based skins and gear.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Yahoo
Don't want to switch to Windows 11? There is one last way to stick with Windows 10 a little longer
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. If you've been dreading the day Windows 10 officially loses support, coming up in October, you can still buy yourself a little more time before switching to Windows 11. Microsoft has announced an update to its Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10, which gives users an extra year of updates for a $30 fee. At least, that used to be the fee. Now Microsoft is offering an option to get the extra year of security updates for free. Individual users can now opt into the Windows 10 ESU program by simply turning on Windows Backup, which regularly stores a backup of your files and settings in case you ever need to restore your PC. This feature is completely free to use and turning it on takes just a couple of clicks in your settings (where you can also customize what data it does and doesn't back up). Alternatively, you can redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points rather than paying the $30 ESU fee. Microsoft Rewards points come from things like purchases in the Microsoft Store or Xbox app. You might be able to find some in your couch cushions or rolling around the footwells of your car. Anyone with an up-to-date version of Windows 10 can sign up for the ESU program any time between now and when the program ends on October 13, 2026 (one year after Windows 10 officially loses support). Keep in mind, this program is still just a temporary fix. You'll only get one extra year of updates and they'll only be for critical security patches, not quality of life or feature updates. At the end of that final year of updates, you'll be on your own. Windows 10 will technically keep working, but it's usually not advisable to keep using an operating system after it's no longer getting security updates, so you'll have to either upgrade to Windows 11 or switch to a different OS. I opted to install Linux on my (formerly) Windows 10 PC rather than switch to Windows 11 and it's been a surprisingly good solution for me. Linux isn't ideal for everything, though, and can come with a bit of a learning curve. So, if you really don't want to use Windows 11 and Linux isn't your cup of tea, switching to a Mac might be your only option. But at least now you can get an extra year on Windows 10 before deciding what operating system you want to run on next. 2025 games: This year's upcoming releasesBest PC games: Our all-time favoritesFree PC games: Freebie festBest FPS games: Finest gunplayBest RPGs: Grand adventuresBest co-op games: Better together
