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This Building Block Waffle Maker Is Like Eating Lego for Breakfast
138KGizmodo / 13h
Beating Lego to the punch, a clever inventor wants to turn breakfast into not only the most important meal of the day, but the most entertaining one as well with a waffle maker that makes fluffy, edible interlocking blocks for building syrup-soaked structures. Read more...
Engineers hack scuba masks to use as ventilators
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Take a break from stressing and watch these puppies explore an aquarium
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NVIDIA GeForce NOW game streaming to add new titles every week
SlashGear / 16min
A gaming distribution system lives and dies by how many games are available for it. Moreso for game streaming services that challenge the old ways games are licensed and distributed. The latter is one of the problems that NVIDIA faced when it made its GeForce NOW game streaming open to the public, causing some publishers to suddenly yank out their … Continue reading
The cheapest color laser printer right now is a business model from Brother
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Competition among color laser printer vendors is intense and many resort to cashback schemes to entice prospective customers. Using this strategy, popular printer vendor Brother has discounted its fan favourite HL-L8260CDW laser printer to a mere £85.99 (about $90), after a whopping £100 (roughly $120) cashback at Printerland. Unfortunately this deal is not currently available in the US, but we'v
'Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy' is now available on Switch and PS4
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Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy , the classic action game originally released in 2003, has arrived on the PS4 and the Nintendo Switch . The game puts you in the role of a new student at Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy and will have you fighting a mysterious Sith cult across the galaxy. Unlike other games with a set main character, Jedi Academy lets you customize your character's species, appear
How Do You Actually Use Regex?
28How-To Geek / 1h
Regex, short for regular expression, is often used in programming languages for matching patterns in strings, find and replace, input validation, and reformatting text. Learning how to properly use Regex can make working with text much easier. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
Nintendo Switch is Getting "Burnout Paradise," "BioShock," XCOM 2" Ports and More
22How-To Geek / 1h
Without warning, Nintendo dropped a giant glut of news on us today. It released the announcements as part of a “Nintendo Direct Mini” presentation today, but the presentation was anything but “mini.” Starting today, you can play Panzer Dragoon: Remake and Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy. And soon you’ll be able to play Borderlands, BioShock, Burnout Paradise Remastered and more. Read This Article on Re
Galaxy Tab S6 Lite specs and images leaked completely
SlashGear / 1h
Samsung doesn’t make a big fuss about its tablets outside of the Galaxy Tab S family but there are times when even those don’t get enough attention. The Galaxy Tab S5e, for example, wasn’t advertised as much despite the “S” in its name. The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite might have the same fate as it is expected to be a … Continue reading
Court Agrees That Postmates Couriers Are Employees Entitled to Unemployment Benefits
20Gizmodo / 1h
In a pivotal win for gig workers on Thursday, the New York State Court of Appeals supported a previous state ruling that Postmates workers should be considered employees, and thus eligible for unemployment insurance. While the gig economy’s precarious nature has come under fire in recent years, the covid-19 pandemic… Read more...
OnePlus 8 Pro renders reveal a more traditional and classic design
SlashGear / 1h
Smartphones today are not only becoming more powerful, they’re also becoming slightly a bit eccentric in their appearance. Never mind the notches and punch-holes on the screen, their backs are becoming visually busier, courtesy of a growing number of cameras and sensors there. Not one to always jump on the latest fads, it seems that OnePlus is putting a bit … Continue reading
Galaxy Fold is finally getting Android 10 with One UI 2.1
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When you pay nearly $2,000 for a phone, you can be forgiven for expecting to be given some special treatment. Especially if that phone is practically a show of faith and support in the expensive experiments of the company. Unfortunately, that was definitely not the case with Samsung’s first foldable phone but, at long last, the Galaxy Fold is finally … Continue reading
Facebook Messenger’s new information hub is all about COVID-19
SlashGear / 2h
Following the launch of its COVID-19 Information Center on Facebook comes a similar offering in Messenger: the new Coronavirus Community Hub. With this, Facebook Messenger users can access information related to the pandemic directly in the chatting app, including resources from government health organizations. These groups will be able to provide users with immediate automated responses to coron
The 10 best thriller movies now streaming on Netflix
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AT&T and Cricket offer customers a $15 plan for a limited time
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AT&T Prepaid and Cricket Wireless have launched a $15 phone plan that's available for a limited time to both new and existing customers. It comes with 2GB of data, unlimited talk and text and no activation fee -- and it's clearly a direct competitor to T-Mobile's $15 Connect offering. It's worth noting, though, that T-Mobile's plan can access the carrier's faster 5G network for customers who have
Naked man crashing school's video call is a privacy lesson for all
53Mashable / 3h
Everyone is stuck inside right now, and everyone is videoconferencing. Yes, even creeps. The coronavirus and subsequent closing of schools has forced educators around the globe to turn to video chat tools like Zoom, Google Hangouts, and FaceTime in an attempt to continue educating their students from an appropriately socially distanced location. The rush to adopt this tech, however, has opened up
Huawei Sound X wireless speaker debuts alongside Watch GT 2e
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If you thought the Apple HomePod was late to the smart speaker party, you probably forgot that one other major smartphone maker still doesn’t have one. Huawei did announce a new wireless speaker today but calling it smart might be a very big stretch considering, somewhat ironically, it doesn’t seem to integrate Huawei’s new smart assistant. Fortunately, that’s not the … Continue reading
Video calling app Zoom's iOS version is sharing user data with Facebook
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Zoom's video calling service has been available for a while now but the unprecedented number of people working from home during the coronavirus pandemic has skyrocketed the app's popularity. However, research conducted by Vice's tech branch, Motherboard, has revealed that Zoom's iOS app has been secretly sharing analytical data with Facebook, even if the user doesn't have an account on the social
Google's new true wireless Pixel Buds show up in FCC filing
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Google’s second generation of Pixel Buds – a true wireless successor to its neckband-touting forebear – was announced in October during the company’s Made by Google event , and now they’ve been spotted passing through the FCC . The new Buds were scheduled to land sometime in Spring (for the US), and that season has just now begun, so the timing for them to gain certification from the FCC is right
I slept without my phone for a week, and now I want a new alarm clock
20Mashable / 3h
Having trouble sleeping? Hit Snooze is Mashable's deep dive into the many ways to achieve a more peaceful slumber. Recently, I've had to adjust to sleeping alone. I've slept with the same companion for as long as I can remember, but lately I've been thinking that some time apart might be healthy. After years of sleeping no more than two feet away from this companion every night, I took the terrif
Fortnite’s often forgotten Pipeman is slowly hiking the island
SlashGear / 4h
Epic’s battle royale game Fortnite is home to a large island containing various elements, some more prominent than others. These elements are not easily found in most cases — you’ll have to stumble across them or go hunting for them, otherwise, you may never see them. That’s the case with Pipeman, a human-shaped structure made out of large pipes that … Continue reading
The uncertain future for China's electric car makers
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China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry.
Cheap Battery Packs, Headphones, and More: 12 RAVPower and TaoTronics Deals You Can't Pass Up
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If you’ve ever searched Amazon for electronics and gadget accessories, you’ve surely seen a plethora of items from RAVPower and TaoTronics. Along with sister brands Boltune and Vava, they provide affordable gadgets and peripherals that are often well-reviewed by Amazon customers, typically for much less than you’d… Read more...
Watch Huawei's P40 unveiling in just 12 minutes
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Earlier today Huawei showed off its new P40 family of phones , which come packed with enough new tech that they're still interesting without a path to market in the US or Google's apps. The P40 Pro+ packs in a ridiculous 10x optical zoom capability with its super periscope telephoto lens. There's also a new smart speaker with some impressive audio capabilities to take advantage of the Celia voice
$15 Amex Statement Credits (In Lieu Of Uber Benefit) and Inside American’s Coronavirus Response
View from the Wing / 4h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
Does Your State Allow Voting by Mail? Should It?
Gizmodo / 4h
As the effects of coronavirus continue to ripple across the U.S. and three of its territories, the debate over whether to expand voting options this year has exploded. States such as Georgia and Nevada have already moved to postpone primary contests, while others that have come and gone have faced disruptions. All of… Read more...
How to celebrate your birthday while social distancing
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So it's your birthday soon. Congratulations! You're an Aries. Unfortunately your special day also falls during the time when we're all supposed to be social distancing, so a normal, real-life party is out of the question. Time to get creative. People are already holding classes, hosting meetings , and enjoying virtual happy hours on the video conferencing platform Zoom, so it's likely you'll atte
Hitting that snooze button is a relationship killer. Here's how to quit.
20Mashable / 4h
Having trouble sleeping? Hit Snooze is Mashable's deep dive into how we cope with our collective insomnia and the many ways we can achieve a more peaceful slumber. There are two types of sleepers in this world. On one side, there are the people who repeatedly hit snooze in a bid to squeeze out just five more minutes of blissful slumber, who cannot tear themselves out of bed for love or money. On
Why US airlines should follow Qantas’ lead and extend all members’ elite status
28The Points Guy / 4h
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, we’ve seen countless companies suspend employee business travel, dozens of airlines cut routes and tens of thousands of passengers cancel spring and summer vacations . While there are many things to worry about during this time of uncertainty , one thing on the minds of many frequent travelers is elite status. This is for good reason too: For all intents a
Smart telescope startups vie to fix astronomy’s satellite challenge
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Josh Nadeau Contributor Josh Nadeau is a Canadian journalist based in St. Petersburg who covers the intersection of Russia, technology and culture. He has written for The Economist, Atlas Obscura and The Outline. More posts by this contributor Russia’s push back against big tech has major consequences for Apple Starlink , the satellite branch of Elon Musk’s SpaceX company, has come under fire in
Apple extends free trials for its pro creative apps
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Apple announced today that they are temporarily extending the free trials on Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X from 30 days to 90 days, giving potential customers stuck at home a longer window of time to try out the software. Apple said the company hopes the promotion will benefit creative Mac users, and especially students, who find themselves creating and learning in new environments. Apple joins
TuSimple partners with supplier ZF to mass produce self-driving truck tech
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Self-driving truck startup TuSimple is partnering with automotive supplier ZF to develop and produce autonomous vehicle technology, such as sensors, on a commercial scale. The partnership, slated to begin in April, will cover China, Europe and North America. The two companies will co-develop sensors needed in autonomous vehicle technology such as cameras, lidar, radar and a central computer. As p
Apple rolls out new and extended free trials on popular Pro Apps
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Just in time for the students and creators who are quarantined at home comes new and extended free software trials from Apple. The company has announced the changes are applied to two of its most popular Pro Apps: Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X. Both products now have a 90-day free trial, marking the first time Logic Pro … Continue reading
Triscuit confirms that its name *does* stand for 'electricity biscuit'
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Triscuit's name has nothing to do with the number of layers the cracker has — it's actually a portmanteau of two completely unexpected words. According to the company, its name actually stems from "electricity biscuit." The snack's real name was revealed in response to a Twitter thread from writer Sage Boggs. Several years ago I was at a party (BRAG!), and I spotted a box of Triscuits. I asked ev
Chinese cybercriminal syndicate redoubles espionage efforts
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The US cybersecurity firm FireEye has detected a surge in online espionage carried out by the Chinese hacking group APT41. The spike in activity from APT41 began at the end of January and lasted till mid-March during which time the group targeted 75 organizations from a number of different industries including telecommunications, healthcare, government, defense, finance, petrochemical, manufactur
What happens if you’ve used your companion certificate for a canceled flight?
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This story was updated to include a statement from Hawaiian. The coronavirus pandemic has altered — if not canceled altogether — the travel plans of people worldwide. Flights have been grounded, airline routes cut and airline employees furloughed with no end in sight. For travelers who booked tickets in cash or using miles, the process of getting refunded is a little clearer. One o
In ERs overwhelmed by COVID-19, here’s who might get treated—and who might not
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Enlarge / NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 20: Doctors test hospital staff with flu-like symptoms for COVID-19 at St. Barnabas hospital on March 20, 2020, in New York City. St. Barnabas hospital in the Bronx set-up tents to triage possible COVID-19 patients outside before they enter the main Emergency department area. (credit: Getty | Mischa Friedman ) The new coronavirus doesn’t just kill by storming lungs
Coronavirus pushes Folding@Home’s crowdsourced molecular science to exaflop levels
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The long-running Folding@Home program to crowdsource the enormously complex task of solving molecular interactions has hit a major milestone as thousands of new users sign up to put their computers to work. The network now comprises an “exaflop” of computing power: 1,000,000,000,000,000,000 operations per second. Folding@Home started some 20 years ago as a way — then novel, and pioneered by the n
Uber Is Now Asking Drivers to Make Delivery Runs Between Rides
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In these scary, lonely times, delivery—be it for groceries, made-to-order food, or household essential—is seeing far more demand than usual. Now, in a move ostensibly intended to help its drivers “find new ways to earn,” Uber is asking them to make food deliveries for its courier service Uber Eats. Read more...
An Elite Spy Group Used 5 Zero-Days to Hack North Koreans
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South Korea is a prime suspect for exploiting the secret software vulnerabilities in a sophisticated espionage campaign.
The 15 best comedy movies now streaming on Netflix
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Complete guide to changing and canceling award tickets
The Points Guy / 5h
One of the joys of award travel is that you can cross the globe for close to free. That being said, these nearly free tickets aren’t without their various fees . One of the biggest examples of these fees is when you need to change or cancel an award ticket booked with your miles. Like paid tickets, you’ll usually be hit with a substantial charge if you decide not to travel on your original date o
Duolingo’s new app helps kids learn to read, but only on iOS
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Duolingo, the company that has been teaching people to speak foreign languages for years, just made a surprise announcement: it has a new app. Called Duolingo ABC, the app is designed specifically for young kids; it will help them learn to read using what the company describes as ‘bite-sized lessons.’ Only Apple customers will be able to access it, however. … Continue reading
US now has the world’s most coronavirus cases
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On Thursday, the United States crossed an unfortunate milestone in the global fight against the novel coronavirus: leading the world in confirmed cases. By Thursday afternoon around 3 p.m. PT, the U.S. reports 82,404 confirmed cases of the coronavirus to China’s 81,782 according to a popular COVID-19 tracking tool from Johns Hopkins. Italy, regarded as the world’s emerging hotspot in recent weeks
Inside Udaan’s push to digitize India’s B2B retail market
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During a recent visit, Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella reiterated his company’s commitment to India and revealed a new fund to help SaaS startups in the country . And then Nadella and Anant Maheshwari, president of Microsoft India, discussed the success story of B2B platform Udaan in three separate onstage public appearances. Headquartered in Bangalore, Udaan is a business-to-business e-c
PS5 and Xbox Series X Code Stolen From AMD and Briefly Put on Github
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Yesterday AMD issued a statement regarding IP stolen in December 2019, but details of what was stolen or who stole it was scarce. Now AMD has filed multiple Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) take-down notices against GitHub to get its GPU source code removed from the website, which GitHub immediately complied… Read more...
The Nerd's Watch: The Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Streaming in April
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The Nerd’s Watch is a little more meaningful this month. With many people staying at home due to the covid-19 pandemic, we find ourselves bored and in desperate need of good shit to watch . Thankfully, io9 is here to provide you with a plethora of film and television options. Read more...
The latest 'Borderlands 3' DLC is an engagement party with guns
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Borderlands 3 is a lighthearted take on a Mad Max -style future, and its latest add-on is proof positive of that. Gearbox has released Guns, Love and Tentacles: The Marriage of Wainwright & Hammerlock , and it's just as silly as you'd hope for. You're attending the engagement party of the DLC's namesake characters on a brand-new world, Xylourgos, and it just so happens that the festivities are ta
How to watch Keeping Up With The Kardashians season 18 online from anywhere
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The most dramatic family on planet Earth is back, with plenty of secrets being exposed, family vacations and even physical arguments. Ready for the momager and her girls to come back to your screen? Keep reading to find out how to watch Keeping Up With The Kardashians from anywhere in the world. If there's anything that the trailer for this season has showed us is that the girls are back and Bibl
Join Us For Today’s OMAAT Virtual Happy Hour!
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Thanks to everyone who joined us for our virtual happy hour over the past six weekdays. We’ve had a lot of fun with it, and as many people seem to enjoy these, we’ll keep doing them… it’s not like we have anywhere to be. Must like yesterday, we’ll be doing some things differently compared to last week: We’ve heard that many people don’t like Facebook (we also don’t love Facebook), so are going to
Jalopnik GM Is Reducing Employee Salaries But Promises To Pay Them Back Later | Jezebel A Brief Tour Through the Self-I...
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Jalopnik GM Is Reducing Employee Salaries But Promises To Pay Them Back Later | Jezebel A Brief Tour Through the Self-Isolation Spots of The Rich and Famous | The Root The President Is a Pandemic-Sized Asshole and When He’s Called on It, He Attacks the Media | The A.V. Club On his way to the MCU, James Gunn infected alien-invasion horror with Troma squishiness | Read more...
Cheap Battery Packs, Headphones, and More: 12 RAVPower and TaoTronics Deals You Can't Pass Up
24Lifehacker / 6h
If you’ve ever searched Amazon for electronics and gadget accessories, you’ve surely seen a plethora of items from RAVPower and TaoTronics. Along with sister brands Boltune and Vava, they provide affordable gadgets and peripherals that are often well-reviewed by Amazon customers, typically for much less than you’d… Read more...
Texas Will Quarantine Travelers Flying Into The State From New York Area, New Orleans
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Texas has become the latest state to impose restrictions on arriving airline passengers. And the Governor says that mandatory quarantine for passengers arriving from the New York area and New Orleans will be enforced by some of the state's troopers. Continue reading ...
Watch as TPG UK reviews all 3 classes on Qatar Airways’ A380
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: The team at The Points Guy loves to travel, but now is not the time for unnecessary trips. Our team has temporarily ceased taking review trips and we are not publishing new flight or hotel reviews. While bringing our readers unbiased, detailed reviews of travel experiences is one of our core missions, now is not the time. We all love to travel and know you do too. So, to help keep
Jalopnik GM Is Reducing Employee Salaries But Promises To Pay Them Back Later | Jezebel A Brief Tour Through the Self-I...
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Jalopnik GM Is Reducing Employee Salaries But Promises To Pay Them Back Later | Jezebel A Brief Tour Through the Self-Isolation Spots of The Rich and Famous | The Root The President Is a Pandemic-Sized Asshole and When He’s Called on It, He Attacks the Media | The A.V. Club On his way to the MCU, James Gunn infected alien-invasion horror with Troma squishiness | Read more...
A Norwegian school quit using video calls after a naked man ‘guessed’ the meeting link
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A school in Norway has stopped using popular video conferencing service Whereby after a naked man apparently “guessed” the link to a video lesson. According to Norwegian state broadcaster NRK , the man exposed himself in front of several young children over the video call. The theory, according to the report, is that the man guessed the meeting ID and joined the video call. One expert quoted in t
The official jobless numbers are horrifying. The real situation is even worse.
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The record unemployment numbers only hint at the crisis facing many with no work.
Nine Inch Nails drops two free albums: Download them now
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Industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails has just published two new albums and they’re both free to download on the band’s website. The downloads went live ahead of plans to make them available to stream through popular streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, according to the band, which says that there are ‘hours and hours of music.’ In the … Continue reading
You can stay at a hotel that uses virus-killing robots to clean its rooms
The Points Guy / 6h
Would you sleep more soundly knowing your hotel room was deep-cleaned as thoroughly as a hospital after the previous guests checked out? In Texas, one hotel is implementing a high-tech solution for staying squeaky clean, no matter the situation — namely, in the form of virus-killing robots. The Westin Houston Medical Center now boasts the title of the first and only hotel in the country to use Li
Stocks shoot upward as ‘Phase Three’ stimulus passes Senate and unemployment skyrockets
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Stocks soared on Thursday even as the U.S. reported its worst unemployment numbers in 50 years of tracking data. The pain felt on Main Street was offset for investors by the federal government opening its wallet to Wall Street, businesses and (at some point) workers in the form of the $2 trillion stimulus package designed as a response to business closures as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic. De
OnePlus 8 y OnePlus 8 Pro: se filtran todas las especificaciones
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El OnePlus 8 es uno de los celulares más esperados de 2020 — incluso más que el Huawei P40 . Ésa es la razón por la que esta filtración sobre sus especificaciones técnicas ha eclipsado al celular estrella de la compañía china. La filtración viene del reputado y prolífico espía rebelde Ishan Agarwal , que ha publicado una tabla que detalla las especificaciones técnicas del OnePlus 8 y OnePlus 8 Pr
Report: WhatsApp has seen a 40% increase in usage due to COVID-19 pandemic
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Social media usage has grown as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, as more users go online to stay connected with family, friends and colleagues. Now, new data from insights and consulting firm Kantar reveals exactly how much some apps are benefiting. According to a survey of more than 25,000 consumers in 30 markets conducted from March 14 to 24, WhatsApp is the social media app that has experience
States, feds try to end scourge of coronavirus price-gouging
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Enlarge (credit: Anton Petrus | Getty Images ) As the nation and the world reel from the COVID-19 pandemic, many goods are in short supply and high demand. That basic economic formula means prices are going up— way up. Among the nation's largest digital storefronts, a combination of individual sellers out to make bank and algorithmic pricing that may or may not have a basis in reality has resulte
Neanderthals Enjoyed Seafood, Too, New Evidence Suggests
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Neanderthals living in Portugal during the last ice age consumed copious amounts of seafood, according to new archaeological evidence. The discovery suggests Neanderthals, like our modern human ancestors, made the most of marine resources. Read more...
Adorable Animated Super Mario Chain Chomp Toy Will Help You Practice Safe Social Distancing
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If you’ve played the various iterations of games like Super Mario and Mario Kart over the years, you’ve undoubtedly found yourself at the dangerous end of a Chain Chomp more than once. The character can be a terrifying baddie to stumble across in a game, but in real life it’s the most adorable way to keep other people… Read more...
The Neo Geo Mini International Edition Is Down to $50
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Google sent users 40,000 warnings of nation-state hack attacks in 2019
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Enlarge (credit: Google ) Google’s threat analysis group, which counters targeted and government-backed hacking against the company and its users, sent account holders almost 40,000 warnings in 2019, with government officials, journalists, dissidents, and geopolitical rivals being the most targeted, team members said on Thursday. The number of warnings declined almost 25 percent from 2018, in par
Keep Your Skin Glowing With 30% Off Purlisse Skincare Products
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Data Shows Just How Empty And Cheap Hotels Are Right Now
View from the Wing / 7h
For the week ending March 21, U.S. hotel occupancy fell to its lowest level ever recorded. Occupancy fell by 56% and average room rates fell 30%. Group (event) occupancy was down to 1%. And occupancy rates are likely even lower right now – we’ll just have to wait about a week to learn just how low. Continue reading ...
Experts: We Should Hide From the Apocalypse in Underground Cities
1KFuturism / 7h
Planning Ahead Even if we band together as a planet and prevent some of the worst impacts of climate change, some parts of the world could gradually become so hot that people can no longer live there. That means that millions could find themselves in search of a new home. But instead of migrating as climate refugees , a growing number of researchers and design experts suspect they could stay put,
IBM and The Weather Channel launch Covid-19 tracking maps
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Finding accurate and up-to-date information on the spread of the coronavirus is essential for researchers and scientists which is why IBM and its subsidiary The Weather Channel have released new tools to help do just that. While there are already a number of tools available online from the WHO and John Hopkins University to track the coronavirus, fake coronavirus maps created by cybercriminals ha
At-Risk Kids Need Laptops to Learn, but Nonprofits Are Overloaded
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With the majority of the US now at home, many of them working or attending school remotely, it’s not just critical that every household member who needs a computer and internet access has it—it’s a basic necessity. For many non-profits focusing on providing technological resources, that not only means providing… Read more...
What to Stream Tonight, March 26, 2020
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Ready to settle in for another night at home? Read more...
Prisma Health develops FDA-authorized 3D-printed device that lets a single ventilator treat four patients
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The impending shortage of ventilators for U.S. hospitals is likely already a crisis, but will become even more dire as the number grows of patients with COVID-19 that are suffering from severe symptoms and require hospitalization. That’s why a simple piece of hardware newly approved by the FDA for emergency use — and available free via source code and 3D printing for hospitals — might be a key in
Facebook’s new Messenger hub shares tips for staying connected virtually
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Today, Facebook launched a new " Messenger Coronavirus Community Hub ," which so far basically just explains how people, communities and businesses can use Messenger to stay connected during the coronavirus pandemic. If you already use Messenger, this isn't going to introduce any groundbreaking ideas or features. Instead, the hub will provide tips like how parents and educators, for example, can
Cricket and AT&T Prepaid launch new $15 plan and ease data caps
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In an announcement on Thursday, AT&T revealed that both AT&T Prepaid and its subsidiary Cricket have added new $15/month plans that’ll help consumers hit by financial hardship during the quarantine. This plan includes 2GB of data, as well as unlimited call and text, and is available to both new and existing customers. As well, the prepaid carriers are easing the … Continue reading
What Does an 'Eviction Pause' Really Mean?
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States and cities around the country have decided to pause evictions and utility shutoffs during the coronavirus pandemic. But if you’re at risk of being evicted, a moratorium may be only a temporary protection. Read more...
Sean Astin's Audition for The Goonies Is Predictably Adorable
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Even kids with famous parents need a big break. For Sean Astin, that break was The Goonies . Astin, son of well-known actors Patty Duke and John Astin, had done only two small TV movies before landing the lead role in the Steven Spielberg-produced film . From there, he became an instant star, forging a career filled… Read more...
The Olympics have been postponed. So what now?
Tokyo Olympics 2020Mashable / 7h
The 2020 Tokyo Olympics are on hold, which is great for the general public, but devastating for vendors, athletes, and Tokyo's economy. So, what's going to happen to all of them? Read more... More about Sports , Mashable Video , Tokyo Olympics , Olympics 2020 , and Coronavirus
Go behind the scenes of The Orville as series embarks on a new season
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The Orville Enlarge / Dr. Claire Finn (Penny Johnson Jerald) dispenses sage medical advice in this exclusive image from The Orville Season 3. (credit: Tom Constantino) Pretty much every film and television production in Hollywood is currently on hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, and The Orville is no exception. But just before city- and statewide crackdowns kicked in, Ars Technica had the c
Facebook launches Community Hub for Messenger users to fight coronavirus rumors
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Facebook today unveiled Coronavirus Community Hub on Messenger that offers tips, authoritative information and other resources to help people stay connected and informed about the coronavirus outbreak, weeks after launching a similar information hub on WhatsApp, its other messaging service. The launch of the coronavirus hub on Messenger, used by more than a billion people, comes at a time when us
This Livestream of Tardigrades on Twitch is Oddly Soothing
500+Futurism / 7h
Keep on Swimming Canadian artist Julie Laurin recently started a livestream of tardigrades — microscopic, eight-legged micro-animals also known as “water bears” — wriggling around on Twitch. And it’s exactly the kind of thing we need right now. You can watch a full, narrated hour of tardigrade action on Laurin’s Twitch channel . The stream, first spotted by Boing Boing , is part of a project call
This Powerful VPN Will Help You Take Back Your Online Privacy and Security
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Galaxy S20 price cut: save $600 on the S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra at Samsung
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For a limited time, you can score a massive price cut on the all-new Galaxy S20 lineup at Samsung. The retailer is offering $600 in instant savings on the Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra when you trade in an eligible device. The Samsung Galaxy S20 was unveiled last month and is now available to order from all major retailers and carriers. Samsung is currently offering $600 in instant savings
2021 BMW 330e plug-in hybrid gets US price and range confirmed
SlashGear / 8h
BMW has revealed US pricing and full details for the 2021 330e and 330e xDrive, the plug-in hybrid versions of its best-selling sedan. Headed to US dealerships in May of this year, the two new cars – one rear-wheel drive, the other all-wheel drive – will boast more range than the last-generation 330e, as well as more power than the … Continue reading
ULA successfully launches first US Space Force payload
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The United Launch Alliance (ULA) has completed its 134th successful launch, continuing its perfect track record with a mission today for the U.S. Space Force. This is the first-ever dedicated mission for the Space Force, a new branch of the U.S. armed forces dedicated to the defense and protection of America’s strategic assets in space. The payload today was the sixth Advanced Extremely High Freq
Nintendo Direct Mini round-up: All of the new games heading to Switch
SlashGear / 8h
Earlier today, Nintendo published a surprise Direct Mini to YouTube, giving us a look at games that will be heading to Switch throughout the rest of the year. Nintendo covered a lot of ground during the presentation, talking about a number of first and third-party games. If you missed the show, here’s a breakdown of everything that was announced. By … Continue reading
The Fate of a Dark Matter Theory Hinges on These Unidentified X-Rays
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Despite decades of searching, no one has yet cracked the mystery of dark matter. One hypothesis to explain it relies on strange x-rays emanating from distant galaxies and galaxy clusters, but a new paper appears to rule out dark matter as producing these mysterious x-rays. Read more...
Canceled conferences will force startups to focus on scalable lead generation
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Dan Wheatley Contributor Dan Wheatley is CEO/co-founder of StraightTalk Consulting , a SaaS operations and growth consultancy that works with B2B founders to implement long-term, data-driven growth strategies. Described by Sequoia Capital as the black swan event of 2020 , the long-term economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic on startups is still to be seen. However, one effect which is sure to
Run a Virtual Race for Some Solo Competition
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Physical distancing has put an end to most of our usual activities. For runners, that includes the cancelation of any upcoming races. Luckily, there are alternatives that can get your heart rate up an d spark your competitive side while you’re staying safe and healthy. Read more...
Facebook appoints Treasury’s Kimmitt as lead independent board director
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Facebook has filled the lead independent board director role with former Deputy Secretary of the Treasury and U.S. Ambassador to Germany Robert M. Kimmitt. His job will be to serve as the go-between connecting Facebook CEO and controlling shareholder Mark Zuckerberg with the rest of the board. Meanwhile, the CEO of The Cranemere Group Limited Jeffrey D. Zients will not seek re-election to Faceboo
How to Customize the Look of Your Cursor in iPadOS 13.4
55Lifehacker / 8h
Apple added external mouse support for the iPad when it rolled out iPadOS last year , but as of the iPadOS 13.4 update, users can now customize the look and behavior of the iPad UI’s cursor. Using a mouse or trackpad to control your iPad might seem unnecessary given that it’s a touchscreen device, but it’s helpful if… Read more...
Make Your Own No-Proof 'Spirit' With Flat Tonic Water
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When I first heard I would be spending all this time at home, I envisioned nightly cocktail hours in the bath, lots of reading, and a sparkling clean apartment. But in what scientists are calling “predictable,” none of that has really come to pass. Read more...
Google resumes Chrome updates on a modified schedule
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Google is ready to restore some semblance of normalcy to its browser release strategy after pausing Chrome updates to adjust to the work-from-home realities of the COVID-19 pandemic. The company is resuming releases for Chrome and Chrome OS on an altered schedule. Security fixes and other crucial patches will come back to Stable releases next week, with Chrome 81 arriving the week of April 7th. G
How the pandemic is forcing businesses to reevaluate their remote working and continuity practices
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The strategy to work from home is a valid, proportional response to a pandemic (and many other Disaster Recovery scenarios). The problem many businesses are facing is that though some employees can and do work from home, the vast majority of office-based employees don’t, aren’t equipped to and possibly shouldn’t. Therefore, this perceived panacea to the current situation needs further thought and
United Club Infinite Card vs. United Club Card
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: At TPG, our top priority is providing our readers with the information you need to make educated decisions about travel and your rewards-earnings strategy. This is not the best time to travel, domestically or internationally, as airlines have cut major parts of their route network. But we are sharing these travel card offers because they could provide value to cardholders for futur
France's Virus Train Moves Patients to Less Hard-Hit Areas
200+Wired / 8h
The national railroad system converted a TGV high-speed train to move 20 Covid-19 patients from Strasbourg to calmer hospitals in the Loire Valley.
3.3 Million Unemployment Claims Are Likely the 'Tip of the Iceberg'
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According to the Department of Labor, 3.3 million Americans—roughly the population of Utah—have filed for unemployment insurance since last week. Huge doesn’t even begin to capture the scale of mass job loss, and yet there’s every reason to believe the reality is even worse. Read more...
101-Year-Old Man Who Survived 1918 Flu Beats Coronavirus, Too
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There are those who have been around the block, and then, there’s this guy: A 101-year-old Italian man has survived the 1918 flu, a World War, and now, the coronavirus. What’d you do today? A patient known as “Mr. P” was admitted last week to Infirmi Hospital in Remini, Italy after testing positive for COVID-19. Mr. P was born in 1919, as the 1918 flu pandemic — which would go on to kill an estim
Tesla plans to retool solar panel factory to make Medtronic ventilators
Tesla Elon Musk New York500+Ars Technica / 8h
Enlarge / Medtronic CEO Omar Ishrak. (credit: Qilai Shen/Bloomberg via Getty Images ) Tesla is planning to retool its solar panel factory in Buffalo, New York, to manufacture medical ventilators, CEO Elon Musk said in a Wednesday tweet . "Giga New York will reopen for ventilator production as soon as humanly possible," Musk tweeted. "We will do anything in our power to help the citizens of New Yo
NIH Doctors warn of new coronavirus threat for smokers
200+SlashGear / 8h
A report from Dr. Nora Volkow of the National Institute on Drug Abuse warned that those with substance abuse disorders have a higher potential for harm when it comes to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus). Dr. Volkow warned those with substance use disorders (SUDs) and those with opioid use disorder (OUD) and methamphetamine use disorder may be hit harder than the general … Continue reading
It Isn’t Just You: The Internet Is Actually Super-Slow Lately
500+Futurism / 8h
Streaming Slowdowns According to a new report by Broadband Now, a consumer advocate website that compares U.S. internet service providers (ISPs), many cities are experiencing internet slowdowns during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. Out of the country’s 200 most populous cities, 88 “have experienced some degree of network degradation over the past week compared to the 10 weeks prior,” according
Dyson, Airbus, McLaren making coronavirus ventilators, UK joins EU effort
100+SlashGear / 8h
Manufacturers in the UK expect the government to give them the green light to move their facilities from normal operations to making medical supplies. Dyson is in one group, another group is led by Airbus. Both groups have announced that they have only to be given the go-ahead by the UK government by next week. In separate news, the UK’s … Continue reading
Plex makes its Live TV feature free to everyone for three months
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Plex is back with another long blog post, this one offering something free to all of the people who are stuck at home in quarantine. Among other things, the company is making its Live TV feature available to all of its users for free for the next three months. With this, anyone who has an HD OTA TV antenna can … Continue reading
Why Airlines Shoot Themselves In The Foot Refusing To Provide Refunds For Cancelled Flights
70View from the Wing / 8h
If there’s one thing consumers thought they could trust it’s that if an airline flight doesn’t operate they can get their money back. Many have refused and now Canada is backing up its airlines against consumers. The problem for airlines is that this tactic (1) erodes what little trust consumers had, and (2) incentivizes customers not to buy airline tickets now for travel far in the future becaus
Fortnite developer Epic Games will be publishing Remedy's next two AAA games
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Epic Games has inked publishing deals with Control developer Remedy Entertainment, Limbo creator Playdead and The Last Guardian creator genDESIGN. Much like it did with the Epic Games Store, the Fortnite developer is positioning its new ‘Epic Games Publishing’ (EGP) offshoot , launched on Thursday, as a “developer-first” initiative that lets studios retain 100% of all intellectual property rights
Cyber insurer Chubb had data stolen in Maze ransomware attack
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Chubb, a major cybersecurity insurance provider for businesses hit by data breaches, has itself become a target of a data breach. The insurance giant told TechCrunch it was investigating a “security incident” involving the unauthorized access to data belonging to an unnamed third-party. Chubb spokesperson Jeffrey Zack said the company had “no evidence” the incident affected Chubb’s own network an
Toyota has a big hydrogen fuel-cell truck plan to cut CO2
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Toyota is working on a heavy-duty fuel cell truck, that could use hydrogen to drive hundreds of miles while only emitting pure water. The project, a collaboration with fellow Japanese automaker Hino Motors Ltd, aims to tackle carbon dioxide emissions by targeting one of the biggest emitters: commercial vehicles. Toyota is no stranger to hydrogen fuel cells. The automaker currently … Continue read
Airbnb hosts can volunteer to house COVID-19 responders
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Airbnb is dealing with COVID-19 cancellations by providing support to people on the front lines of the pandemic. It's launching a worldwide initiative that will let hosts opt in to offering free or subsidized housing to healthcare workers, first responders and other crucial staff who may need to live closer to where they're offering help. The company will partner with governments, businesses, non
Childish Gambino's '3.15.20' Is Apt for This Isolated Moment
100+Wired / 9h
The new album from Donald Glover's alter ego wants listeners to fill their long, lonely minutes with imagination.
ER Doctor: US Bungling COVID Response Like Soviets Did Chernobyl
2KFuturism / 9h
For emergency physician Joshua Lerner, the American government and healthcare industry’s response to the coronavirus pandemic is so inadequate and fragmentary that he likens it to the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster in Ukraine, which was then part of the Soviet Union. In both crises, Lerner writes in a Scientific American op-ed , people on the front lines worked tirelessly to save others’ lives d
Major automakers Toyota, Honda, FCA extend factory closures
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Toyota, Honda and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will not reopen North American factories at the end of the month as planned, as the COVID-19 disease spreads and dampens demand for new cars, trucks and SUVs. FCA said Thursday that plants across the U.S. and Canada, as well as headquarters operations and construction projects, are intended to remain closed until April 14, dependent upon the various sta
Private tech companies mobilize to address shortages for medical supplies, masks and sanitizer
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Startups across the nation and around the world are looking for ways to relieve shortages of much-needed personal protective equipment and sanitizers used to halt the spread of COVID-19. While some of the largest privately held technology companies, like SpaceX and Tesla , have shifted to manufacturing ventilators, smaller companies are also trying to pitch in and relieve scarcity locally. Suppli
How to Spring Clean Your Online Accounts Now That You're Stuck at Home
200+Lifehacker / 9h
Being isolated at home means you have more time to set up your Animal Crossing island and binge on Disney Plus , but it’s also a good opportunity to accomplish some of the digital chores you’ve been putting off. Your online safety, device security, and peace of mind could depend on it. Read more...
China closes its borders to most foreign visitors to keep out coronavirus
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China, the original epicenter of the novel coronavirus currently spreading around the globe, is now planning to bar most foreign visitors from entering the country over fears they could reignite the outbreak there. The government of the People’s Republic announced Thursday that it would make the move to curb the spread of coronavirus in China. Though the current pandemic started in China, the num
HBO’s 'Kill Chain' doc highlights the flaws in US election machines
100+Engadget / 9h
While COVID-19 might be putting just about everything else on hold, we're still marching towards a presidential election later this year. After the high-profile interference of 2016, election security and foreign meddling are still critical issues, but many states still aren't doing enough to ensure the integrity of the process. A documentary premiering tonight on HBO proves a sobering reminder o
Anthropologie's Extra 50% Off Weekend Sale Starts Now
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Help! Windows Won't Boot Correctly After a Recent OS Update
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In today’s edition of Tech 911 —Lifehacker’s tech-support column that’s been focusing on your working-from-home questions all week—we’re tackling an old favorite: Microsoft Windows. Specifically, what happens when Windows starts tossing up annoying error messages each and every time you try to launch the operating… Read more...
Work (Out) From Home With 25% off Yoga Apparel and Accessories at Sweaty Betty
Lifehacker / 9h
The best at-home workout fitness deals at Sweaty Betty for March 2020 are here. Read more...
Timex's New GPS Smartwatch Ain't Cute, But It's Cheap
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When Timex announced earlier this year that it was getting back into the smartwatch game , I was a little perplexed.. That’s mainly because, at a glance, the new Ironman GPS R300 looks much more like the kind of smartwatch-fitness tracker hybrid that was popular back in 2016 than a device you’d relaunch a product line … Read more...
Should You Plan Future Travel Right Now?
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I’m sure I’m not the only one who is daydreaming at the prospect of getting on a plane. At this point I’d be giddy about a middle seat in the last row on a Spirit Airlines flight taking me to a Holiday Inn Express just off an interstate. I continue to receive a countless number of questions from readers asking for predictions on future travel: ” I have a trip booked to [insert destination] in [in
Southwest Airlines temporarily slashes Hawaii schedule as part of latest coronavirus cuts
200+The Points Guy / 9h
Even Southwest Airlines ‘ successful new Hawaii service is not immune from the novel coronavirus pandemic. The carrier is significantly scaling back its service to the islands just over a year after its first aloha. The Dallas-based carrier will suspend all but two of its 12 daily flights between the U.S. mainland and Hawaii starting April 5, Southwest president Tom Nealon said on the airline’s b
Over 30K creators joined Patreon this month, as COVID-19 outbreak spreads
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Creative professionals whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak are flocking to membership platform Patreon in record numbers, the company claims . During the first three weeks of March, more than 30,000 new creators launched on the site — a much larger number than usual. These creators are also acquiring patrons faster than ever and they’re expanding their earnings at a quic
TechCrunch’s favorite companies from 500 Startups’ latest demo day
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Today 500 Startups hosted a virtual demo day for its 26th batch of startups, a group of companies that TechCrunch covered back in February. 500 is not the only accelerator that moved its traditional investor pitch event online; Y Combinator made a similar move after efforts to flatten the spread of COVID-19 required changes that made its traditional demo day setup temporarily impossible. In addit
AI Trained on Moon Craters Is Helping Find Unexploded Bombs From the Vietnam War
100+Gizmodo / 9h
There’s still no completely safe and surefire method for locating unexploded ordinance after a war is over, but researchers at Ohio State University have found a way to harness image processing algorithms, powered by machine learning, to study satellite imagery and locate hot spots where UXO are likely to be located. Read more...
Can You Still FIRE During a Recession?
30Lifehacker / 9h
I’ve been interested in the financial independence movement, often dubbed FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), for a while. Probably since 2004, when I found an old copy of Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez’s Your Money or Your Life at the public library. As I’ve written many times before, YMOYL was the book that… Read more...
Alphabet’s Verily shows how its drive-thru COVID-19 testing sites work
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Verily -- Alphabet's healthcare brand -- isn't just creating a website to help northern Californians determine whether they need a test for COVID-19. It's also piloting drive-thru testing. It has opened two sites , one in Riverside County and another in Sacramento County, and today, it shared a video that shows how the COVID-19 testing works. First, Verily asks that you complete an online screene
Polaroid Now instant camera pairs classic look with basic features
SlashGear / 9h
Polaroid is back with a new instant camera, one that builds upon its classic instant-print models: the Polaroid Now. This film camera features a classic design with small but obvious upgrades, including a smoother, rounder design. Users get access to the best of instant photography, as well as some useful features that include the maker’s Accurate Flash and direct support … Continue reading
Next Super Smash Bros Ultimate DLC fighter teased
SlashGear / 9h
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, in case you haven’t heard, is set to get a second Fighters Pass containing six new DLC characters. Initially, the game’s DLC was slated to be complete with the five characters in the first Fighters Pass, but given the reaction to Ultimate as a whole, Nintendo and Sora Ltd. decided to move ahead with a second … Continue reading
Google is getting back to work on Chrome updates
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After recently making the decision to pause all Chrome updates to ensure stability, Google has now announced that it is once again ready to resume work on its browser and operating system. The reason behind the cancellation was to avoid causing severe disruptions to web developers, system administrators, Google's engineers and the countless number of people working from home during the coronaviru
Amazon warehouse workers in U.S. have tested positive for coronavirus
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The news comes after more than 1,500 Amazon warehouse workers started a petition asking the company to take more precautions to protect them from the virus. Read more... More about Tech , Amazon , Mashable Video , Coronavirus , and Covid 19
Hotter Days May Leave You More Stressed, Depressed
25Gizmodo / 9h
The world is warming. That’s no secret . Extreme heat isn’t only dangerous for our physical health , though. New research shows hotter days may hurt our mental health as well. Read more...
Vacuum Maker Dyson Designed a New Ventilator in Just 10 Days
10KFuturism / 9h
Vacuums to Ventilators British company Dyson — best known for its sleek vacuum cleaners — has announced it has designed a new ventilator called the “CoVent” in just ten days, according to CNN , to help the UK treat coronavirus patients. The company is planning to produce 15,000 ventilators to help fight the pandemic, 5,000 of which will be donated to other countries. “A ventilator supports a pati
12 Things To Expect When People Start Flying Again
23View from the Wing / 9h
Air travel isn't going to open back up all at once, or evenly everywhere. It won't be uniform even domestically, and it'll happen in waves across the world. People will be afraid to fly. Some businesses will have gotten used to online meetings and won't fly as much. The world of air travel is going to be very different as we (eventually) transition back into the air. Continue reading ...
This self-cleaning toothbrush kills germs with UV light — Future Blink
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LUMIO is designed to keep your teeth as clean as possible. Read more... More about Health , Mashable Video , Uv Light , Self Cleaning , and Future Blink
How to watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine: stream every season online anywhere
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Few sitcoms have captured the imagination of viewers in the way that Brooklyn Nine-Nine has. Now in its seventh season, the show is perfect to binge if you're struggling for inspiration while self-isolating. Here's how to watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine online - stream season 7 and every other hilarious episode no matter you are in the world with this guide. The show first hit screens back in 2013, whil
What does the airline aid package mean for travelers? Not much
The Points Guy / 9h
“This isn’t really about consumers, as funny as that sounds.” That’s how Brett Snyder, who runs The Cranky Flier blog and separate Cranky Concierge service , summed it up. With an aid package worth $50 billion for airlines likely to be signed into law by the end of the week, TPG wanted to figure out what changes — or possibly luxuries — travelers might expect as a result of the cash infusion. It
Space Force to Get the Hell Off of Earth
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The U.S. Space Force is scheduled to launch its first mission to space in a two-hour window beginning at 2:57 p.m. ET on Thursday from Cape Canaveral, sending a communications satellite into orbit aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket. Read more...
Scientists Save Quantum States in a Diamond, a Tiny Step Toward a Quantum Internet
100+Gizmodo / 9h
A newly created system can enhance quantum communications over longer distances—a small but crucial step toward a quantum internet. Read more...
Here’s what’s coming to Amazon Prime Video in April 2020
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Amazon Prime is getting some new releases. Read more... More about Entertainment , Mashable Video , Amazon Prime , Movies Tv Shows , and The Lighthouse
How Unemployment Benefits Are Changing With the Senate Coronavirus Relief Bill
200+Lifehacker / 9h
If you’re out of work due to the coronavirus, the relief bill passed in the Senate last night (and expected to soon pass in the House of Representatives) will offer expanded unemployment benefits. Read more...
shewhoworshipscarlin: Diana Ross, 1975.
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OnePlus 8 Pro will reportedly include wireless charging and waterproofing
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Despite their value proposition, OnePlus phones have long had two significant flaws: to date, they've never included an official water-resistance rating or support for wireless charging. As the cost of the company's devices has increased with each subsequent release, that's something that has started to irk people. But it looks like OnePlus will finally address those issues. Unfortunately, you ma
Android Apps May Be Snooping on You More Than You Realize
46Gizmodo / 10h
At this point we’re all familiar with apps of all sorts tracking our every move and sharing that info with pretty much every third party imaginable . But it actually may not be as simple as tracking where you go and what you do in an app: It turns out that these apps might be dropping details about the other programs… Read more...
Phone location data is being handed over to the EU to help track coronavirus
Mashable / 10h
The data will be deleted once the health crisis has passed. Read more... More about Privacy , Mashable Video , Location Tracking , Coronavirus , and Covid 19
Coronavirus won’t make a difference in the climate crisis
Mashable / 10h
Widespread economic shutdowns may create a slowing of rising CO2 levels , but no dents in the mass of CO2 currently built up over 150 years. Read more... More about Mashable Video , Climate Change , Climate Science , Coronavirus , and Covid 19
It's Okay if You Suck at Working From Home Right Now
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We just glimpsed how a “digital dollar” might work, thanks to coronavirus
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A proposal for a new kind of government-run payment platform didn’t make it into the US Congress’s coronavirus relief plan. But it won’t be the last we hear of the idea.
Joining the Stay-at-Home Bread Boom? Science Has Some Advice
500+Wired / 10h
Wheat breeder Stephen Jones knows a lot about baking. His first tip? Don’t strive for an Instagram-ready loaf. Also, sourdough starters are easy.
Meanwhile, The Great Barrier Reef Had a Horrible Bleaching Event
300+Futurism / 10h
Dying Off The Great Barrier Reef just suffered its third mass coral bleaching event in just five years, and officials are now giving even more dire predictions for the reef’s future. Australian officials have now downgraded the long-term outlook for the Great Barrier Reef to “very poor,” reports Agence France-Presse . The bad news drives home — yet again — that we are already facing very real con
'The Human Brain Is Just Not Meant to Process This Much Extreme Change'
100+Gizmodo / 10h
Welcome to Sick Days, a series documenting how jobs are changing during the coronavirus pandemic, as told by workers themselves. This week, we hear from an Amazon worker in one of the company’s many delivery stations, an out-of-work Waymo operator , a psychotherapist who has moved to telemedicine, and more. Read more...
Start Your Day with a Family Scrum
100+Lifehacker / 10h
Trying to get through the day— day after day —with the whole family in the same space and maintaining a positive attitude is going to be ... a challenge. It probably already is. But one key for keeping one’s composure is to start the day on the right note. And one member of our Offspring Facebook group has a hack for… Read more...
NASA’s Orion spacecraft gets one step closer to the moon – and to Mars
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Shrink-wrapped and fresh from the belly of the Super Guppy, NASA’s Orion spacecraft has returned to the Kennedy Space Center for the big assembly. Scheduled to head out to complete first an orbit of the moon, then land on Earth’s satellite, before venturing out to Mars, the spacecraft has just completed some of the toughest testing imaginable. Sealed into the … Continue reading
Cheap 4K TV deals offer big savings on Samsung televisions this week
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Looking for cheap 4K TV deals to upgrade your set this week? Plenty of retailers are way ahead of you, across the US and UK. Samsung 4K TVs are available for some amazing prices right now, with glorious high resolution displays available for as little as $295 / £379 . That means big savings on an easy to set up, premium 4K TV. Samsung 4K TVs offer excellent value for money with industry-leading f
Airlines, airports shift terminals as passenger traffic craters
The Points Guy / 10h
Travelers around the U.S. may be heading to different terminals than usual for their flights, as airports consolidate operations to cope with a major drop in demand and a lack of available Transportation Security Administration agents for screening. The scope of the changes remains fluid as the industry struggles to keep pace with the effects of the quickly-evolving coronavirus pandemic. For exam
Tesla email reveals two employees have tested positive for COVID-19
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Two Tesla employees, who had been working at home for nearly two weeks, have tested positive for COVID-19, according to an internal email sent Thursday morning by the company’s head of environmental, health, and safety department and viewed by TechCrunch . The employees were not symptomatic in the office, and both are quarantined at home and recovering well, according to the email from Tesla’s EH
Grab a GameCube-style wireless controller for your Nintendo Switch for $27
20Ars Technica / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Ars Technica) Today's Dealmaster is headed up by a deal on PowerA's Wireless GameCube-style controller for the Nintendo Switch. Normally retailing in the $37-$40 range, it's currently down to $27 on Amazon. The catch is that only the yellow Pokemon -themed variant is available at this price, but this is still the lowest price we've seen for the gamepad outside of a very brief dro
Cheap streaming device deals: the Roku Express is on sale for just $24 at Walmart
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If you're looking for a cheap streaming device to keep you entertained indoors, then you've come to the right place. You can find discounts on Roku's best-selling streaming sticks at Walmart, which include the all-new Roku Express that's on sale for just $24 . The 2019 Roku Express allows you to stream your favorite movies and TV shows in HD from apps like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and more. The ea
Malicious Android apps use coronavirus to hack user devices
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The number of coronavirus-related apps on the Google Play Store has increased significantly over the past few weeks as both legitimate developers and cybercriminals look to cash in on users' fears surrounding the virus. By analyzing Android telemetry data, security researchers at Bitdefender have observed a huge spike in applications which contain either the worlds 'covid' or 'corona' and in tota
AI and big data won’t work miracles in the fight against coronavirus
200+TechCrunch / 10h
To someone with a hammer, every problem looks like a nail — and as expected, the tech sector is hard at work hammering every nail it can find. But the analytical prowess of the modern data ecosystem is especially limited when attempting to tackle the problem of potential coronavirus treatments. It’s only to be expected — and of course lauded — that companies with immense computing resources would
Duolingo's New ABC App Teaches Young Kids to Read for Free
Duolingo ABC App Read68How-To Geek / 10h
Duolingo, known for its apps that teach you other languages, has a new iOS app for you to download. Only this one is for your young children, and it will help them learn to read. The best part about Duolingo ABC is that it’s completely free. But, at least to start, it’s aimed at the youngest of children. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Polaroid's New $99 Camera Sports an Iconic Look and Shakey Pictures
How-To Geek / 10h
Nearly a decade ago, Polaroid died (again). But a company, then known as Impossible Project, claimed it would do, well, the impossible. It would bring Polaroid back. Now, the company is renaming itself Polaroid and giving us a new camera—the $99 Polaroid now. It has an autofocus lens and a double exposure feature, but beyond that, you’ll find everything that made Polaroid cameras great. And bad.
Is It a Panic Attack or the Coronavirus?
2KGizmodo / 10h
For the past several days, I’ve been experiencing periods of shortness of breath, fatigue and general soreness. On any normal occasion, I’d dismiss this as part of my generalized anxiety disorder . But now, in our current hellscape , where the symptoms of COVID-19 —shortness of breath, in particular—have been drilled… Read more...
Refurbished Macbooks Start at $720 at Woot
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Bunny Day event detailed
Animal Crossing NHSlashGear / 10h
When Nintendo uploaded a surprise Direct Mini today, there was little doubt that we’d see something about Animal Crossing: New Horizons. After all, New Horizons is the biggest game on the Switch at the moment, and alongside DOOM Eternal and Half-Life: Alyx, it’s been getting a lot of attention from gamers who are largely stuck at home. Sure enough, Nintendo … Continue reading
Ford aims to resume production in less than three weeks despite pandemic
Ford US April NA GM59Ars Technica / 11h
Enlarge (credit: jetcityimage / Getty) A week after Ford shuttered its North American factories over coronavirus concerns, the Detroit automaker says it is aiming to re-open some of those factories in April. Specifically, Ford plans to test the waters by operating a single shift at the Hermosillo Assembly Plant in Mexico on April 6. A week later, on April 14, Ford hopes to resume production at se
Study: Yes, Half of Coronavirus Carriers Show No Symptoms
16KFuturism / 11h
What we’re learning from Iceland this week is as fascinating as it is crucial to fighting the coronavirus epidemic: That somewhere in the neighborhood of half of everyone testing positive for the coronavirus will show absolutely no symptoms. The hard data, out of Iceland, straight from their (impressive) health ministry’s dedicated COVID-19 page : – As of March 25, Iceland has administered 12,615
Tech giants should let startups defer cloud payments
300+TechCrunch / 11h
Google, Amazon and Microsoft are the landlords. Amidst the coronavirus economic crisis, startups need a break from paying rent. They’re in a cash crunch. Revenue has stopped flowing in, capital markets like venture debt are hesitant and startups and small-to-medium sized businesses are at risk of either having to lay off huge numbers of employees and/or shut down. Meanwhile, the tech giants are c
Condor Wants German State Aid, Despite LOT Polish Airlines Investment
40One Mile at a Time / 11h
The politics of this one sure is going to be interesting… Condor applies for German state aid Reuters is reporting that German leisure airline Condor has applied for 200 million EUR in state aid, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The airline confirmed that they have applied for state aid, but haven’t commented on how much aid they’re looking for. Why is this an interesting story?
Plex Is Giving Away 3 Months of Free Live TV as the Nightmare Continues
400+Gizmodo / 11h
Plex, a popular do-it-all streaming service that also supports live programming, is currently offering three months of live television for free. The announcement comes as other services, including CBS All Access and Sling TV, are also giving out extended trials like candy as folks are spending more time at home amid… Read more...
This discounted Dell bundle has all of the essentials for working from home
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TL;DR: Get this comprehensive Dell XPS 13 laptop bundle that includes a monitor, keyboard, and more for just $1,034.99 with coupon code 50OFF699. As of March 26, you'll save $442.96 on an essential bundle for anyone who has the luxury to work from home. As working from home becomes the new normal for those who have that privilege, it might be difficult to decide what you need in order to build yo
After a brief pause, Google restarts Chrome and Chrome OS releases
80TechCrunch / 11h
It was only a week ago that Google said it would hit pause on Chrome and Chrome OS releases “due to adjusted work schedules” in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, however, the company announced that it would resume releases — but with an adjusted schedule. In the age of rapid-release schedules for browsers, the exact details of the new release schedules won’t actually matter all that much in
Becoming technology-led, not just technology-enabled
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the modern enterprise has dominated many boardroom conversations, with many companies now implementing, or considering implementing, the technology in some form or another. But to be truly future-ready, companies must understand that AI will be pervasive across all business functions. The benefits of the technology is clear to see – with recent research
How to use social distancing to get closer to your friends and family
55Mashable / 11h
As an extrovert who craves being close to people, I'm not a fan of social distancing — but I'm practicing it because currently it's the most effective tool we have to fight the virulent coronavirus . Instead of going out with my friends for our regular Friday night dinners, we FaceTime . I've traded in visits to my best friend in Chicago for long phone calls over the weekends. But I've noticed th
It’s still easy to find coronavirus mask ads on Facebook
Facebook Instagram100+TechCrunch / 11h
Ads for face masks are still appearing on Facebook, Instagram and Google, according to a review of the platforms carried out by the Tech Transparency Project (TTP). This despite pledges by the platforms that they would stamp out ads which seek to profit from the coronavirus pandemic. Facebook said on March 6 that it would temporarily ban commerce listings and advertisements for medical face masks
Original Apple sneakers just sold for nearly $10k
SlashGear / 11h
This week a pair of original Apple sneakers sold for just under 10-THOUSAND dollars. Given the relative rarity of these shoes, their notable history, and the fact that they’ve only come up for sale a few times in the last decade, the price isn’t too far off what was expected. Compare this price to what’s fetched for a pair of … Continue reading
Meghan Markle to narrate Disney+ documentary 'Elephant'
100+Mashable / 11h
Disney+ is bringing the great outdoors to our great indoors. On Thursday, the streaming surface debuted a stunning trailer for two new movies from Disneynature, titled Elephant and Dolphin Reef. Both films are due to begin streaming April 3 and will feature narration from celebrity collaborators. Narrated by Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, Elephant follows a herd of African elephants as they ventu
How to Avoid the New Astaroth Malware That's Hitting Windows
300+Lifehacker / 11h
The notorious Windows malware Astaroth (aptly named after a demon baron of Hell found in occult cosmology) is back at it after several months of inactivity. Microsoft exposed its tactics last year, but the annoying malware is even harder to catch this time around—thanks to the clever methods it uses to conceal itself… Read more...
Social Distance In Style With $44 off Rhodes Footwear Chelsea Boots at Huckberry
Lifehacker / 11h
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Save 20% On the Best Kitchen Thermometer, Just In Time For Your First Backyard Barbecue
Lifehacker / 11h
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Daily Crunch: Airbnb offers housing for healthcare workers
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Airbnb says it will subsidize housing for 100,000 workers at the front lines of COVID-19 care, Groupon gets a new CEO and Stripe invests in a universal checkout startup. Here’s your Daily Crunch for March 26, 2020. 1. Airbnb to provide free or subsidized housing for 100,000 COVID-19 healthcare workers Airbnb’s effort will work by allowing Hosts on its platform to opt-in to making their space avai
How to watch Ozark season 3: stream every episode online anywhere
62TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Ozark is one of the most successful Netflix Originals dramas to date, with the Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated series drawing frequent comparisons to Breaking Bad - arguably the ultimate accolade for any drug-related drama. Starring Jason Bateman, the show's third and most unpredictable season is finally here. Our guide explains how to watch Ozark season 3 and stream every episode of the critical
How to prevent credit card fraud
The Points Guy / 11h
Credit card fraud remains a serious risk to individuals and businesses alike. In spite of measures like digital wallets, EMV chip cards and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, consumers are still at risk of having their credit card accounts used fraudulently. Here we will explain what credit card fraud is, steps you can take to keep your card safe and what to do if the worst happens and yo
Apple Arcade standout ‘Assemble With Care’ is now on Steam
51Engadget / 11h
If you're looking for new games to play while you stay at home amid the pandemic, you may be in luck. Today, two Apple Arcade exclusives hit other platforms. As promised, Assemble With Care , one of our favorite Apple Arcade games, is now available for PC. And Capcom's Shinsekai Into the Depths arrived on Switch. In the puzzle game Assemble With Care (developed by UsTwo ), you're tasked with repa
It’s a shame no one buys sedans anymore, because the Genesis G70 is great
100+Ars Technica / 11h
The Genesis G70 has a tough job—it has to convince buyers to look past the established names in a market sector that's shrinking all the time. [credit: Genesis ] In 2017, Kia listened to the automotive enthusiast segment of the Internet and built the Stinger , a four-door performance car of the kind more normally the preserve of the German brands. The Stinger turned out to be a darn good car, par
Duolingo’s new app teaches children how to read and write
Duolingo ABC App Read100+TechCrunch / 11h
Until now, Duolingo ‘s focus was always squarely on teaching languages, but today, the company launched Duolingo ABC , a free English literacy app for children ages 3 to 6. Originally, the company had planned on unveiling this app later in the year, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it decided to launch it early to help parents who are now suddenly finding themselves homeschooling their children.
500 Startups moves to rolling admissions instead of cohorts
100+TechCrunch / 11h
500 Startups is scrapping its cohort model for accelerating companies and moving to a rolling admissions process, the accelerator said during its latest demo day. One of the progenitors of the accelerator model in the US along with Techstars and Y Combinator , 500 has been a cornerstone of the early-stage company building platform. The move to a rolling admissions mirrors an approach taken by oth
Salesforce’s Benioff pledges no ‘significant’ layoffs for 90 days
100+TechCrunch / 11h
In a Twitter thread on Tuesday , Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff outlined an eight-step plan to keep people safe and find treatments and a vaccine for the COVID-19 virus, all while working to find a way to get people back to work safely. He also asked that all CEOs take a 90-day “no lay off” pledge to help everyone get through the crisis. 6.Release workers who are ok.Develop plan for this with antibo
Free calls, data boosts and more - see your phone network's lockdown benefits
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
It is an unprecedented time with the entirety of the UK in lockdown and many now having to work from home. But to help make life easier, mobile networks are changing how their plans work, now offering pandemic related benefits. Depending on which network you're with, these benefits will come in different forms. Almost all are offering free access to the NHS website, some are giving out unlimited
OK Computer: The iPad Pro 2020 review
Apple iPhone 12 Months65Ars Technica / 11h
The 12.9-inch 2020 iPad Pro with the Smart Keyboard and Magic Trackpad peripherals. [credit: Samuel Axon ] The new iPad Pro is a great tablet and an OK computer. Sure, Apple’s marketing tagline for the new iPad Pro says, “Your next computer is not a computer.” But this year’s update comes with full mouse and trackpad support, and that moves this device into completely new territory. It was always
Nintendo had a surprise Direct Mini today, here's what you missed
200+Engadget / 11h
After several months without a proper Direct, Nintendo at long last debuted a presentation without any prior warning. For some reason, it decided to call it a "Nintendo Direct Mini," which is especially strange given the glut of news it delivered. First up, several Switch games dropped today, including Panzer Dragoon: Remake and Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy, along with demos for upcoming titles such
The US Space Force Is About to Finally Leave the Planet
2KFuturism / 11h
Go Time The recently-formed U.S. Space Force will actually venture out into orbit for the first time on Thursday. The mission, which will send a military communication satellite into orbit from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, is still on track for its 3 p.m. EST launch, according to Ars Technica . That’s because, unlike other groups like SpaceX and NASA , military spaceports in the U.
Dyson and Gtech answer UK call for ventilator design and production to support COVID-19 response
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Companies around the world are shifting production lines and business models to address the needs of governments and healthcare agencies in their efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19. Two companies answering that call are Dyson and Gtech, both of which are working on ventilator hardware, leveraging their experience building vacuums and other motor-driven airflow gadgets to spin up new designs a
Canada No Longer Requires Airlines To Provide Refunds For Flight Cancellations
400+One Mile at a Time / 11h
Canada improved protection for air passengers back in 2019. In light of the current situation, though, the Canadian Transportation Agency is giving airlines a lot of leeway. Airlines no longer have to provide passengers with refunds The Canadian Transportation Agency decided yesterday that airlines no longer have to provide passengers with cash refunds if flights are cancelled. In light of the cu
How to Get Your Data-Cap Fees Waived During the Pandemic
Verizon Samsung LTE1KWired / 11h
Verizon and AT&T will drop mobile data overage charges for customers experiencing financial hardship as a result of the coronavirus.
It's Not a Good Time to Skip Town
100+Lifehacker / 11h
If there are a lot of cases of COVID-19 in your city—which is pretty much everybody’s city at this point—you may feel tempted to visit rural relatives or take an impromptu vacation somewhere secluded. That’s actually a terrible idea, and here’s why. Read more...
calepino: The Travelling Companions, 1862. Artist: Augustus...
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
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Please brands, no April Fools' Day pranks this year
300+Mashable / 12h
April Fools' Day is nearly here and, in more typical times, that'd mean a bevy of brands pulling their usual "fun" pranks. To those brands, I plead: Please, no. Not this year. Not as the coronavirus rampages throughout the globe, sickening and killing thousands of people. Please. We just do not need the dumb jokes, the fake products, the corny nonsense . More than 3 million Americans lost their j
Bidets are so hot right now — here's where you can get one on sale
79Mashable / 12h
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The Best Garbage TV to Stream After You Admit You're Not Gonna Read Shit
100+Gizmodo / 12h
Whether you’re currently sheltering at home, limiting your time outdoors, or self-isolating, you’ve probably eyed that untouched stack of books in your living room as a nice possible distraction from the world. More likely, though, you’ve exhausted your favorite binge-watches and are looking for something new to… Read more...
Where to buy monitors for working from home
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Are you looking for places to buy a monitor? If so, then we can help, as we've got a constantly-updated list of the best affordable monitors that are still in stock. When working from home, getting the best monitor for your needs is essential. It allows you to work comfortably on your PC, displaying all the information you need and providing you with plenty of workspace as well. You can also plug
Record Jobless Claims Are Overwhelming States’ Aging Tech
300+Wired / 12h
Laid-off workers struggle to file claims for unemployment benefits; economists say the situation will likely get worse.
'Burnout Paradise Remastered' is coming to Switch later this year
400+Engadget / 12h
Two years after its debut on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One , Burnout Paradise Remastered is making its way to Nintendo Switch. The company announced the port , among many other upcoming games, during a surprise Direct Mini presentation today. Like the 2018 release, the Switch version will bundle together the original game and its eight main expansion packs, including the "Big Surf Island" DLC th
Target pauses plans for grocery pickup amid COVID-19 outbreak
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Target is pausing its plans to offer curbside pick-up of groceries and alcoholic beverages, citing the COVID-19 outbreak as the key factor in its decision to delay the launch. Although groceries via Order Pickup and Drive Up would be valuable services at a time when people are being asked to distance themselves from others to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, Target says it won’t have
Microsoft acquires 5G specialist Affirmed Networks
400+TechCrunch / 12h
Microsoft today announced that it has acquired Affirmed Networks , a company that specializes in fully virtualized, cloud-native networking solutions for telecom operators. With its focus on 5G and edge computing, Affirmed looks like the ideal acquisition target for a large cloud provider looking to get deeper into the telco business. According to Crunchbase , Affirmed raised a total of $155 mill
Ferocious Raptor Discovered in New Mexico Was a Speedy Hunter
82Gizmodo / 12h
As the Jurassic Park films made abundantly clear, raptors were not to be trifled with, owing to their medium build, speed, and agility. A newly discovered raptor from New Mexico is further reinforcing our perceptions of these extinct predators. Read more...
Save $70 on a eufy BoostIQ 11S Max Robot Vacuum
Gizmodo / 12h
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Nintendo Switch is getting a boatload of 2K games
SlashGear / 12h
Earlier today, Nintendo dropped a surprise Direct Mini, detailing a number of games that will be heading to the Switch throughout 2020. Among the announcements was big one from 2K Games, which is bringing a lot of its big-name titles to the Switch. All of them are landing on the console on the same day, too: May 29th. The first … Continue reading
How one airline captain is coping with being grounded because of the coronavirus
The Points Guy / 12h
Capt. Chris Brady, 55, is a longtime commercial airline pilot, with some 15,000 hours under his belt. He flies for a large European low-cost carrier. He typically jets around Europe for four days of duty, followed by two to three days off at home in the south of England. Or at least he did, until last week. “I’ve been asked to take three months of unpaid leave,” he said. “But if it keeps the airl
Filling out the Census online is quick, easy and important
300+Engadget / 12h
The turn of a decade. An election year. 2020 is significant for many reasons, and it's also time for the US government to conduct its decennial (that is, every 10 years) census. The nationwide survey is an attempt to better understand all the people that live within the country's borders, and this year marks the first time it's available online. With everyone's minds preoccupied by the global pan
Thaw Frozen Meat With a Little Vinegar
300+Lifehacker / 12h
My freezer is an inefficient piece of garbage, and any steak, chop, or chicken thigh I freeze ends up enrobed with a layer of frost. The meat is technically edible, but it does not taste that good. This is why I’ve had a single frosty pork chop hanging out next to a bag of frozen corn for months now. Read more...
Getting Approved For Chase Business Cards In The Current Economy
View from the Wing / 12h
I've written that in the current economic environment I believe rewards credit card approvals will get tougher, and so it's a good idea to act quickly on cards that you're interested in. I thought it would make sense to offer approval tips on
