Apple iPhone 16e doesnt have MagSafe, but theres a fix
Mashable / 51min
When I found out that Apple's new iPhone 16e doesn't support MagSafe accessories (despite having wireless charging), it was an unpleasant surprise. I rely on at least three different versions of the magnetic chargers daily (including a MagSafe Wallet), and losing access to those would be a bummer. More broadly, the decision didn't make much sense to me. Apple may be cutting costs by omitting MagS
How One AI Startup Founder Cornered Microsoft Into Finally Taking Down Explicit Videos of Her
Wired / 13min
Breeze Liu has been a prominent advocate for victims. But even she struggled to scrub nonconsensual intimate images and videos of herself from the web.
The Last of Us season 2's release date has been set for mid-April, and I'm certain that I know when its next trailer will arrive
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 43min
HBO has finally announced The Last of Us season 2's release date The hugely popular TV show will return to our screens in mid-April Three new character posters have also been released HBO has finally confirmed when The Last of Us season 2 will be released. The hugely popular post-apocalyptic drama, whose first season wowed audiences in early 2023, will return to our screens on Sunday, April 13 .
A PS6 launch in 2028 'feels right' according to former PlayStation boss, citing increasingly long console generations
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6min
Shuhei Yoshida has talked about the increasing length of console generations The former PlayStation boss believes PS6 could launch in 2028 On a 2028 launch, he said "that feels right to me." Former PlayStation head Shuhei Yoshida has some thoughts on when the next console generation - namely the PlayStation 6 - could end up happening. In an interview with GamesBeat , Yoshida spoke about the ever-
OnePlus Watch 3 owners in the US are missing out on vital health and fitness features
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6min
The new OnePlus Watch 3 looks promising, but US users won't get the same features Notably, ECG support won't be included because it didn't get FDA approval It's tied into the new "60-Second Health Check-In" feature, which will also be absent We published our hands on preview for the OnePlus Watch 3 , and all early signs point to it being one of the best smartwatches of the year. Sadly, that recom
I finally upgraded my earbuds to the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and now they’re under $130
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $24: As of Feb. 20, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are on sale for $125.99 at Amazon , down from $149.99. That’s 16% off, making them an excellent pick for anyone who wants AI-enhanced sound, active noise cancellation, and real-time translation. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro $125.99 at Amazon $149.99 Save $24.00 I’ve gone through my fair share of wireless ear
I take my Garmin Instinct 2 everywhere, and now it’s on sale for under $200
Mashable / 21min
SAVE OVER $100: As of Feb. 20, the Garmin Instinct 2 is on sale for $194.83 at Amazon , down from $299.99. That’s 35% off, making it a steal for anyone who loves hiking, running, or outdoor adventures. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Instinct 2 $194.83 at Amazon $299.99 Save $105.16 I’ve put my Garmin Instinct 2 through serious wear and tear, and it has never disappointed me. If you n
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has hit its lowest-ever price at Amazon
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $230: As of Feb. 20, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is on sale at Amazon for $419.99. That's 35% off its list price of $649.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra $419.99 at Amazon $649.99 Save $230.00 For those with a very active lifestyle and a love of the outdoors, it's important to have a smartwatch that can keep up with you. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra i
Smooth, silent, strange: What its really like to hail a robotaxi
Mashable / 21min
Some people can brush off careless, dangerous driving when they see it. Not me. I loathe it and shake my fist at the sky like Grandpa Simpson. As a pedestrian and motorist, I've been nearly struck by distracted or careless drivers more times than I can count. Recently, my jaw went slack when I watched a driver stop at a red light, then proceed through the intersection before the light turned gree
Robot, take the wheel: What to know about driverless cars rolling out across the country
Mashable / 21min
If you haven't seen a driverless autonomous vehicle circling your city or neighborhood block yet, that may change in the very near future. Waymo, the industry-leading robotaxi company, currently operates in Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, and is coming to Atlanta and Austin via an Uber partnership later this year. Waymo has also made exploratory "road trips" to more than 25 other cities
How to watch Saprissa vs. Vancouver Whitecaps online for free
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Live stream Saprissa vs. Vancouver Whitecaps in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on Tubi . Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The final game from the first round of the Concacaf Champions Cup is Saprissa vs. Vancouver Whitecaps. We're expecting big things from this matchup. The Canadian side will be favorites to win this one, but don't count
Charge your phone and keep track of your things with a MagSafe folding wallet, on sale for just $55
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: This 2-pack of MagSafe-compatible Apple Find My trackable wallets is on sale for just $54.99 (reg. $79) for a limited time. Opens in a new window Credit: Centralspot Folding MagSafe Wallet (2-Pack) $54.99 $79.98 Save $24.99 Works With Apple Find My What if your wallet could do more than just hold your cards? The Folding MagSafe-Compatible Wallet isn’t just a wallet — it’s a smart, trackabl
CES 2025’s mini projector is here — and its just $130
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Turn any wall into a 200-inch movie screen with the CinéMini 720P HD Mini Projector for just $129.99. Opens in a new window Credit: HyperGear CinéMini 720P HD Portable Mini Projector with Speaker $129.99 $149.99 Save $20.00 Tech lovers, meet your new favorite gadget. The CinéMini 720P HD Portable Mini Projector made waves at CES 2025, and now it's hitting the market with a limited-time lau
Unlock lifetime access to all Babbel language courses at an exclusive price
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Master 14 languages on your schedule with Babbel’s lifetime subscription — only $149.99 with code LEARN20 at checkout. Opens in a new window Credit: Babbel Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages) $149.99 $599.00 Save $449.01 with code LEARN20 Learning a new language shouldn’t feel like cramming for finals. With Babbel’s lifetime subscription, you can kiss the pressu
Ditch the outdated OS — get Windows 11 Pro for life for just $18
Mashable / 21min
TL;DR: Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for just $17.97 (through March 30) and upgrade your PC with advanced security and productivity tools. Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Microsoft Windows 11 Pro $17.97 $199.00 Save $181.03 Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro on sale for just $17.97 through March 30. What you get with your lifetime license to Windows
The Amazon Fire TV 4-Series is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $100 : As of Feb. 20, the Amazon Fire TV 4-Series is on sale for $359.99 at Amazon. That's a 22% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV 4-Series $359.99 at Amazon $459.99 Save $100.00 Deals on TVs give you an excellent excuse for an upgrade, and when they are as impressive as the all-new Amazon Fire TV 4-Series , it's really hard to say no. And as of
This Shark robot vacuum is heavily discounted at Amazon — save $300 for a limited time
Mashable / 21min
SAVE $300 : As of Feb. 20, the Shark Robot Vacuum and Mop is on sale for $399.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you 43% on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Robot Vacuum and Mop $399.99 at Amazon $699.99 Save $300.00 Like many, at Mashable we're big fans of robot vacuums — just take a look at our review of the best models and you'll understand why. So that's one of many reason
Where to buy Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti: I'm expecting stock here first - but you'll need to be fast
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 35min
Jump to your region US Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti stock UK Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti stock Nvidia's newest addition to the RTX 5000 series lineup, the RTX 5070 Ti, starts at $749 in the US and £729 in the UK and is available for purchase starting today Thursday, February 20 . If you're on the hunt for a shiny new Blackwell card to put in your PC, unfortunately you are far from alone. The good news is, you've co
Amazon is ending support for its business calls and meetings service
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 35min
AWS is no longer accepting new users for its Chime service The business communications service launched in 2017 Existing subscribers have one year to find an alternative Amazon has revealed it is shuttering its in-house business communication services Chime. In a blog post , AWS Technical Senior Product Manager Beth Styles confirmed the company will be ending support for Chime within one year. Am
This company is trying to make a biodegradable alternative to spandex
MIT Technology Review / 39min
It probably hasn’t been long since you last slipped into something stretchy. From yoga pants to socks, stretch fabrics are everywhere. And they’re only getting more popular: The global spandex market, valued at almost $8 billion in December 2024, is projected to grow between 2% and 8% every year over the next decade. That might be better news for your comfort than for the environment. Most stretc
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for February 20 (#620)
How-To Geek / 45min
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.
Save $300 on the impressive Apple Studio Display at Amazon
Mashable / 51min
SAVE $300 : As of Feb. 20, the Apple Studio Display is on sale for $1,299.99 at Amazon. That's a 19% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Studio Display $1,299.00 at Amazon $1,599.00 Save $300.00 If you're a MacBook user and you want to give your work setup an upgrade, you'll love this latest deal on the Apple Studio Display . As of Feb. 20, this impressive monitor
People are increasingly swapping Google for the likes of ChatGPT, according to a major survey – here’s why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
27% of respondents in the US use AI tools instead of search engines Uptake is lower in the UK, where 13% of consumers favor AI tools Reasons given include efficiency, ease of use, accuracy and personalisation For decades, “Google it” has been the answer if you want answers on the web. But that could be changing: according to new survey data, more and more people are swapping search engines for AI
Acer is still pushing its glasses-free 3D display tech, but I’m not convinced - and I doubt I ever will be
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
Another year, another spate of tech hardware companies trying to entice gamers over to the dark side - by which I mean, trying to convince them that 3D display technology is the Next Big Thing in gaming. I’ve never been a fan; I shelled out for a Nintendo 3DS expecting a wild new dimension of gaming only to spend my entire time with the handheld in 2D mode. Acer’s still trying to crack this parti
These are the 12 most popular AI tools right now, according to a new survey – and rivals are catching ChatGPT
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
A new Future survey reveals the most popular AI tools we're using ChatGPT remains the most popular AI tool, but its lead is relatively slender Rivals like Google Gemini are catching – as other research confirms Artificial intelligence tools are transforming the way we work and create, but which apps are proving most popular right now? A survey run by Future Publishing (the owner of TechRadar) cov
These are the top 5 things people are using AI for –and free therapy doesn’t make the list
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
A new Future survey has revealed what we're using AI for right now The most popular use for AI in the US is to learn more about subjects In the UK, people are using AI to write emails and generate content ideas Generating photorealistic images, improving the quality of your writing and getting quick, in-depth answers to burning questions: you can use the best AI tools like ChatGPT to help you ach
Are you polite to ChatGPT? Here’s where you rank among AI chatbot users
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
Only around 70% of people are polite to AI when interacting with it Roughly two thirds of impolite AI users say it’s for brevity 12% of respondents are polite in case there’s a robot uprising Are you polite when talking to AI? And if you are, is it because it’s the right thing to do or because you’re afraid being rude will have consequences after the robot uprising? For some 12% of respondents to
Zero Day review: Robert De Niros first TV series is unable to handle this political moment
Mashable / 2h
When a TV show aims to speak to a political moment, it helps for it to face our reality head-on. Zero Day tries for the former but fails at the latter, making for an extremely frustrating political thriller. The limited series marks Robert De Niro's first leading role on TV. He also executive produces. Zero Day also boasts other big names like Angela Bassett, Lizzy Caplan, and Jesse Plemons, as w
Delta Offers Crash Victims $30K Compensation, No Strings Attached
25One Mile at a Time / 2h
On Monday, we saw a shocking accident , whereby a Delta Connection CRJ-900 crashed while landing at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), losing a wing on landing, and then flipping over. While the most important thing is that everyone survived the crash, it’s interesting to note what the airline is doing for passengers in the aftermath of this incident. Delta offers all 76 passengers $30K compensation
Monster Train sequel announced, with surprise demo out now
Mashable / 2h
A Monster Train sequel has just been announced, promising more of the incredibly popular, highly addictive roguelike deckbuilder. What's more, there's already a surprise PC demo that players can check out right now for free. It's a good thing we're headed toward the end of the week, because a lot of people's productivity is about to take a massive hit. Developed by indie studio Shiny Shoe, 2020's
Heres how you can get some of our favorite AI laptops from CES 2025
Mashable / 3h
At CES 2025 , AI was everywhere — especially when it came to laptops . We were impressed by many of the AI laptops that were revealed at this year's show, including offerings from Asus , Acer, Lenovo, and many more, as well as the announcement of Qualcomm's budget-level AI chip in the Snapdragon X . But how can you actually get your hands on one of these new-wave machines? SEE ALSO: Best Windows
Tether backs stablecoin liquidity provider Mansa in $10M seed round
TechCrunch / 3h
As payment companies increasingly explore stablecoins for cross-border payments and real-time settlement, some startups are tapping into the zeitgeist by providing liquidity via a revolving line of credit in stablecoins. One of them is Dubai-based Mansa, whose offering allows payments companies, mainly in Africa to date, to settle transactions and fund customer accounts instantly. The […] © 2024
Max Promo Code: 50% Off | February 2025
Wired / 4h
Stream your favorite shows and save up to 50% today with Max discount codes and subscription deals.
How to watch the 2025 AFL online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Live stream the 2025 AFL for free on 7plus . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Aussie Rules is a uniquely fast-paced and physical game that provides entertainment to millions of fans every week, but for whatever reason, this entertaining sport hasn't traveled well outside of Australia. We think this should change, because we firmly believe tha
How to watch India vs. Bangladesh online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Live stream Bangladesh vs. India in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Pakistan and New Zealand came together for the first 2025 ICC Champions Trophy fixture, and now it's the turn of the other half of Group A: Bangladesh and India. Only two sides will progress from Group A to the knockout rounds, so every game is hugely important. If you wa
Star Wars-Style Fog Collectors Could Provide Water to the World’s Driest Cities
97Gizmodo / 5h
Researchers in Chile have shown that fog collectors could supply enough water each week for 10,000 people living in a desert community.
Spore.Bio raises $23M to apply machine learning to microbiology testing
TechCrunch / 5h
Recalls in the food and beverage industry due to contamination incidents can be catastrophic for a company. Not only do companies have to pay fines and damages, but the impacts on the brand’s reputation can be long-lasting. That’s why Spore.Bio, a Paris-based deeptech startup, is trying to reinvent microbiology testing to get ahead of the […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal u
Buy Finnair Plus Avios With 40% Bonus (1.56 Cents Each)
100+One Mile at a Time / 6h
Strategically buying points for premium travel can be a great value. Finnair Plus has just launched its newest promotion on purchased Avios, offering up to a 40% bonus. This is the fifth offer we’ve seen from the program since Finnair Plus adopted Avios as its rewards currency , and while it’s better than nothing, it’s weaker than past offers we’ve seen from the program. Promotion on purchased Fi
With the Humane AI Pin now dead, what does the Rabbit R1 need to do to survive?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
The excitement around the Humane AI Pin has faded. The company behind the $700 AI device has sold its assets to HP for $116 million , and some of the employees have joined the company. It's a lot of money, but not exactly a coup for Humane, considering the startup had raised over $230 million. HP discontinuing the AI Pin is just the capper. The withering of Humane's fortunes has more significant
NYT Strands hints, answers for February 20
Mashable / 7h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for February 20
Mashable / 7h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 20, 2025
Mashable / 7h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you
Wordle today: Answer, hints for February 20, 2025
Mashable / 7h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Su
DOGE Now Has Access to the Top US Cybersecurity Agency
1KWired / 8h
DOGE technologists Edward Coristine—the 19-year-old known online as “Big Balls”—and Kyle Schutt are now listed as staff at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
One of the best AI video generators is now on the iPhone – here's what you need to know about Pika's new app
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Pika has released an iOS app that enables easy AI video creation from your phone The app includes many features, like Pikaffects, PikaScenes, and Pikadditions A new mobile feature called PikaMemes will make your face a reaction video GIF Pika Labs has introduced an iOS app for those who want to play with the AI video creator's tools while on the go. With a few taps and a little patience, you can
AI-coding startup Codeium in talks to raise at an almost $3B valuation, sources say
36TechCrunch / 10h
Codeium, an AI-powered coding startup, is raising a new round of funding at a $2.85 billion valuation, including fresh capital, according to two sources with knowledge of the deal. The round is being led by returning investor Kleiner Perkins, the people said. The new round comes just six months after Silicon Valley-based Codeium announced that […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For perso
Blow Out the Candles, Not Your Budget – NordVPN 72% Off Birthday Sale
Gizmodo / 10h
Have you been waiting for the right time to subscribe to NordVPN? With its anniversary promotion, now is the perfect time to take action!
‘For You’ feeds are not for creators, Patreon says
TechCrunch / 10h
Patreon has continued on its crusade against algorithmic feeds with its latest State of Create report, a look at trends in the creator economy based on internal data, and it’s an effort creators can get behind. In its survey of 1,000 creators and 2,000 fans, the membership platform reported that 53% of creators think it […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
It’s Time to Plan Your Summerween Visit to Las Vegas’ Universal Horror Unleashed
65Gizmodo / 10h
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre , Universal Monsters, The Exorcist , and more are coming to AREA15 August 14.
Apple’s C1 chip could be a big deal for iPhones – here’s why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Apple has just revealed the iPhone 16e , its new budget phone to replace the aged iPhone SE , but it’s more than just a cheaper take on the iPhone 16 , as it comes with a brand-new component: the C1 cellular modem. That’s Apple’s first-ever modem chip created for an iPhone and marks what could be a major move from using Qualcomm modem chips, further letting the Cupertino crew have greater control
You can now apply for the 'opportunity to purchase' an RTX 5090 or 5080 from NVIDIA
Engadget / 10h
While graphics cards have been getting almost ludicrously more powerful over the years, it's also been increasingly difficult to actually buy one . In an effort to address this problem, NVIDIA has introduced a plan it's calling Verified Priority Access for its recently released GeForce RTX 50 series of GPUs. Verified Priority Access offers an unspecified number of people the chance to buy either
USDS Engineering Director Resigns: ‘This Is Not the Mission I Came to Serve’
400+Wired / 10h
“I do not believe that DOGE can continue to deliver the work of USDS, based on their actions so far,” wrote Anne Marshall in a LinkedIn post on Wednesday.
With Truth Social, Trump Has Official Mouthpiece and a Channel for Revenue
32NYT > Technology / 11h
The president’s company, Trump Media & Technology Group, represents a clear mingling of his official duties and his business interests.
Nikola, Electric Truck Maker, Files for Bankruptcy
200+NYT > Technology / 11h
The company, which once enjoyed a surging stock price, struggled to turn its plans for electric and hydrogen trucks into a viable business.
HP to Buy Humane, Maker of the Ai Pin, for $116 Million
NYT > Technology / 11h
Humane, which marketed its Ai Pin as the next big thing after smartphones, had raised $240 million from investors, including OpenAI’s Sam Altman. The pin will be discontinued.
Everything We Know About the Upcoming iPhone 17 Series
Lifehacker / 11h
With Apple finally killing the Home button in today’s iPhone 16e announcement , the company’s phones have now all adopted the same general look: boring. Apple’s latest budget phone might have a bigger battery and surprising power for a follow-up to the iPhone SE, but anyone looking for something that breaks the mold will have to wait for the iPhone 17. That’s because Apple’s next lineup of phones
Tokyo Narita vs. Haneda: Which airport should I fly into?
The Points Guy / 11h
Tokyo remains a perennial tourist favorite, attracting a record 36.8 million international visitors in 2024. So it makes sense that the city has two airports serving both international air traffic and domestic travel. Narita International Airport (NRT), built in 1978, used to serve the most long-haul flights of the two travel hubs, but that is no longer the case. Of the two, Haneda Airport (HND)
Saronic raises $600M to mass-produce autonomous warships
TechCrunch / 11h
Austin-based defense startup Saronic has raised a $600 million Series C to build an autonomous ship factory called “Port Alpha,” it announced. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
6 Things We Liked, and 4 We Didn’t, About Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man
71Gizmodo / 11h
The first season of the Marvel Animation series reminded fans why Spider-Man is as timeless as he is endearing.
Trump Orders Musk to Get Air Force One Finished Quickly, Even If It Isn't Fully Safe Yet
500+Futurism / 11h
President Donald Trump is running out of patience with Boeing, which was supposed to deliver two new Air Force One planes by the end of his predecessor's term . And guess who he's turning to to speed things up? Elon Musk, who Trump has "empowered" to take measures to get the beleaguered aerospace company to stop dragging its feet, the New York Times reports . Trump's pick for the task isn't surpr
Study of TikTok, X ‘For You’ feeds in Germany finds far-right political bias ahead of federal elections
TechCrunch / 11h
Recommendation algorithms operated by social media giants TikTok and X have shown evidence of substantial far-right political bias in Germany ahead of a federal election that takes place Sunday, according to new research carried out by Global Witness. The non-government organization (NGO) undertook an analysis of social media content displayed to new users via algorithmically […] © 2024 TechCrunc
After raising $1 billion, fintech Varo closes another $29 million, replaces founder CEO
TechCrunch / 11h
Fintech Varo has been hoping to raise a $55 million Series G round but has, so far, closed on $29 million to date, according to a recent SEC filing. Varo declined to comment on this new round but the fintech has raised just over $1 billion in funding since its 2015 inception, according to PitchBook. Fintech […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Temu's Annoying Promotional Emails Are the Worst
How-To Geek / 11h
Temu is doing business all over the world, and many people seem perfectly happy with it, despite a mild reputation for products that can be not quite what you thought they were. I've been a Temu customer for a while, and my biggest issue is the assault on my mailbox the company is orchestrating.
Instagram wants you to do more with DMs than just slide into someone else’s
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Instagram is continuing to expand what's possible in the DMs You can now schedule a message and easily translate one The bigger news dropped from JENNIE and Doechii as you can share music now Sure, Instagram DMs might be best known as where you might shoot your shot with someone or send Reels to friends with common interests, but Meta wants them to be used as a core messaging service. At least, t
Russia-aligned hackers are targeting Signal users with device-linking QR codes
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32Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Signal, as an encrypted messaging app and protocol, remains relatively secure. But Signal's growing popularity as a tool to circumvent surveillance has led agents affiliated with Russia to try to manipulate the app's users into surreptitiously linking their devices, according to Google's Threat Intelligence Group . While Russia's continued invasion of Ukraine is likely driving the country's desir
The BBC Radiophonic Workshop's archive is now available to sample
Engadget / 12h
Attention audiophiles: the archive of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop is being made available to the public for the first name. This department was founded in the 1950s as a laboratory that could invent original music and sound effects for BBC radio, and later television, programming. Over the years, its roster of innovative musicians and composers created audio for iconic BBC productions of the 195
What It Took to Bring Those Viral Star Trek Short Films to Life
49Gizmodo / 12h
Carlos Baena, one of the directors behind OTOY and the Roddenberry Archive's viral Star Trek 765874 project, tells io9 about what went into resurrecting Kirk, Spock, the Enterprise -D, and more.
What's The Difference Between a Game Remake and Remaster?
How-To Geek / 12h
Now that video games have a substantial history, there are plenty of developers (and publishers) that want to bring older games to modern audiences. The options are generally to remake or remaster the game, but what's the difference?
Trump’s Pick for NASA Chief Hints at Expected Shift Toward Mars
Gizmodo / 12h
As expected, the billionaire astronaut—and likely future administrator of NASA—is focused on Mars and the private sector.
Chrome and Google iPhone Apps Are Getting Circle-To-Search
How-To Geek / 12h
One of the most recent, and useful, improvements we've seen on Android phones is the addition of Circle to Search, which lets you circle anything on your screen to search it on the web. Now, thanks to Google Lens, iPhones are getting pretty close to that.
Elon Musks X looks to raise exactly what Musk paid for it
Mashable / 12h
Elon Musk may be the biggest beneficiary of Donald Trump's re-election, surpassing even Trump himself. According to a new report from Bloomberg , Musk's social media platform X is currently looking to raise money from investors at a valuation of $44 billion. If that number sounds familiar, it's because that's precisely what Musk paid for the company formerly known as Twitter when he acquired it i
‘I’m More Comfortable Here,’ She Said—But Her Self-Upgrade To United Airlines First Class Blew Up In Her Face
View from the Wing / 12h
A United Airlines passenger flying from Houston to Austin on Monday found a self-upgrader in their seat when they boarded. They were supposed to be in a first class window seat, but a woman was already there. The first class passenger offered, "I’m seat F,” but the woman declared “I’m more comfortable here.” Continue reading ...
Killer Asteroid Could Be Headed for Some of the World's Most Populous Cities
100+Futurism / 12h
According to NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, near-Earth asteroid 2024 YR4 now has a 3.1 percent chance of colliding with our planet on December 22, 2032. That makes it the highest-threat asteroid ever detected, as Euronews reports . As of late January, the probability was sitting at just 1.3 percent , which then rose to 2.1 percent last week before rising yet again. Worse yet, the space agency suggest
Researchers Find Elon Musk's New Grok AI Is Extremely Vulnerable to Hacking
100+Futurism / 12h
Researchers at the AI security company Adversa AI have found that Grok 3, the latest model released by Elon Musk's startup xAI this week, is a cybersecurity disaster waiting to happen. The team found that the model is extremely vulnerable to "simple jailbreaks," which could be used by bad actors to "reveal how to seduce kids, dispose of bodies, extract DMT, and, of course, build a bomb," accordin
HPE launches slew of Xeon-based Proliant servers which claim to be impervious to quantum computing threats
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Six rack-mounted servers arrive in Q1 2025, while the Synergy 480 blade and DL580 quad-socket in Q3 2025 Offers up to 288 cores, 8TB DDR5 memory, and PCIe Gen5 HPE introduces quantum-resistant encryption Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has unveiled its latest ProLiant Compute Gen12 portfolio, introducing eight new servers powered by Intel Xeon 6 processors. This marks a departure from previous g
Hades II's second major update adds a 'final confrontation' and more
Engadget / 12h
The second major update to Hades II adds a mysterious "final confrontation," an updated Altar of Ashes and the return of the god of war... Ares. (Were you expecting someone else ?) And there's more to come: In addition to Wednesday's Warsong Update, developer Supergiant Games says its third big one is in the pipeline for "some months from now." Although Supergiant is staying mum about who is invo
There’s No Longer a Sub-$500 iPhone. Does It Matter?
24Wired / 12h
The iPhone 16e starts at $599, which is nearly $200 more than the iPhone SE it just replaced.
12 Classic iPhone Games You Can Still Play Today
How-To Geek / 12h
The early days of the iPhone were a golden era for mobile gaming, where one-off purchases and simplicity reigned supreme. Thankfully, many of these games are still alive and well today.
What does the 'e' in iPhone 16e mean? Here are my best and most unexpected ideas
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Back when the iPhone SE was still a thing, it was well understood that "SE" stood for "Special Edition," but applying that logic to the iPhone 16e , which Apple announced on February 19, makes no sense. That would make it the "iPhone 16 Edition". That "e," though, must stand for something. Apple isn't talking about it. Trust me, I asked. However, a little research reveals that Apple has used the
Elon’s DOGE Claimed It Saved $8 Billion. The Real Figure Was $8 Million.
500+Gizmodo / 12h
Elon Musk's government "efficiency" initiative continues to be inefficient and stupid.
