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Jimmy Fallon's 'Starting to Crack' is an anthem for everyone stuck at home
7KMashable / 15h
If you've recently found yourself falling into a TikTok hole that you only emerge from several hours later, chances are you might relate to Jimmy Fallon's new song. Strumming his acoustic guitar in the clip above, The Tonight Show host introduces us to "Starting to Crack" — an anthem for everyone currently stuck at home while social distancing . "Cleaning my floors, until they sparkled / Read the
First U.S. Dog Tests Positive for Coronavirus
9KGizmodo / 10h
Amid more reports of pets and other animals testing positive for the new coronavirus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidelines on social distancing this month to include our furry companions. However, there’s no evidence that pets are playing a major role in spreading the virus to people. Read more...
Southwest Airlines considers selling fewer seats to allow for social distancing
500+The Points Guy / 8h
Southwest Airlines is evaluating ways to maintain the health and safety of passengers and staff onboard its planes and at airports, including looking at ways to maintain social distancing in the sky. One idea that the Dallas-based carrier is considering is purposely not selling all of the seats on any given flight in order to allow people to keep their distance onboard, Southwest CEO Gary Kelly s
Amazfit X slaps a curved smartwatch on your wrist
SlashGear / 4min
Smartwatches today seem to go out of their way to emulate the look of classical timepieces, mostly in response to the market shunning the geeky look of the first generation of smartwatches. Xiaomi-backed Amazfit (no relation to Amazon), however, is now going in the completely opposite direction and giving smartwatches the hi-tech yet still stylish look they may finally deserve. … Continue reading
The best Microsoft Surface Go alternative right now is great for remote working
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Chuwi’s UBook Pro is probably the best alternative to the Surface Go that Microsoft seems to have retired. All stocks of the diminutive tablet are currently out of stock and have been so for a while. You can still get it from third parties, often at a much higher price. Gearbest sells the Chuwi UBook Pro for $399.99 (or £340/AU$670) when you use the coupon code GBCHUWI123. Exact prices after the
Canon EOS Webcam Utility turns ILCs and PowerShots into USB webcams
SlashGear / 31min
Video conferencing is the in thing these days thanks to the inability to go to work and have face-to-face meetings. Despite the popularity of services like Zoom, however, users are still limited by the webcam that they may or may not have. Desktops are the biggest culprits but even laptop cameras may make some people wish they could simply use … Continue reading
Gears Tactics brings a PC turn-based strategy flavor to the franchise
SlashGear / 1h
Gears of War has long been Microsoft’s premier franchise that it uses to showcase not only its Xbox consoles but its clout in the gaming biz as well. For the majority of the game’s history, Gears has mostly been comprised of third-person shooters with one or two smaller spin-offs on the side. Now Microsoft and Xbox Game Studios are making … Continue reading
Lego's New Harry Potter Sets Finally Give the World Centaur Minifigures
500+Gizmodo / 1h
Despite no new movies or books on the immediate horizon, the Harry Potter universe is so expansive there’s no shortage of locales or characters to inspire new Lego sets. The Danish brickmaker just revealed six new Harry Potter sets arriving in 2020, including a giant flapping Hedwig and the first centaur minifigures. Read more...
Thuan Pham, who fled Vietnam as a child and became Uber’s CTO in 2013, is leaving the company
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Thuan Pham, hired as Uber’s chief technology officer by former CEO Travis Kalanick back in 2013, is leaving the company in three weeks, the ride-share giant revealed today in an SEC filing that came out as a piece in The Information reported that massive layoffs at Uber are being proposed to preserve some of the company’s dwindling capital reserves. The outlet suggests the discussed cuts could im
Report: Uber CTO Resigns Amid Plans to Slash Up to a Fifth of the Company's Employees
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Taxi-hailing service Uber, which has been hemorrhaging billions for years and in the last few months has been hammered hard by the coronavirus pandemic, may lay off up to 20 percent of its workforce and recently had its chief technology officer resign. Read more...
Apple Maps COVID-19 testing location markers are now live
Apple Maps Covid 19SlashGear / 1h
Apple’s own Maps app and service were once the laughing stock of the mobile market after it got users lost with incorrect locations and directions. That is, however, now just a distant memory and Apple Maps have become a formidable contender at least for those who live more in Apple’s world. Now it has even taken the lead by finally … Continue reading
Galaxy S20 Ultra camera glass shattering blamed on alleged design flaw
SlashGear / 2h
2020 is starting to become a headache for Samsung and it isn’t just because of the COVID-19 situation. Its second foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Flip, isn’t exactly flying off the shelves but even its actual premium product, the Galaxy S20 series, is having trouble endearing itself to consumers. From the price tag to the decent but not record-breaking camera … Continue reading
This Private Pilot Is The Hero We All Need
20View from the Wing / 2h
On Tuesday evening a private pilot took this flight over Maryland. The Blue Angels and Thunderbirds performed a joint flyover, the Navy and Air Force squadrons performed a tribute to health care workers over Philadelphia, Trenton and New York. But this one solo pilot, I think, truly did the country proud. Continue reading ...
How 'Star Wars' characters drink their coffee, according to a fanfiction writer
96Mashable / 2h
You think the wildly diverse characters of the Star Wars universe drink their coffee the same way? Not at all, according to popular Archive of Our Own author Violet Wilson. The fanfiction writer tweeted a thread of the different ways characters from all three Star Wars trilogies — and the various standalone movies — would consume their caffeine. Obi-Wan Kenobi, for one, would take pride in his we
The reigning Overwatch League MVP is switching to 'Valorant'
79Engadget / 2h
For Blizzard and Overwatch , a professional esports league has always been a huge part of its strategy, and now other games are competing for the talent it’s developing. League of Legends maker Riot Games is currently developing its own competitive shooter with Valorant , and today the reigning MVP of Overwatch League announced he’s changing games. fuck i forgot to mention im moving to valorant i
The 2021 Oscars Could Be the Weirdest Oscars Ever
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The movie industry has been turned upside down , and the people behind Hollywood’s most prestigious awards ceremony are scrambling to recalibrate. Today, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences had a board of governors meeting to essentially figure out WTF to do about the 2021 Oscars. Read more...
Lincoln cancels its Rivian-based EV due to COVID-19
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The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to another car cancellation : Lincoln’s Rivian-based electric SUV . After a report in Automotive News , Lincoln has confirmed to Autoblog that the EV has been scrapped due to the “current environment.” The pandemic, in other words. The two are sticking to their overall commitment and an “alternative vehicle” based on Rivian’s platform, but that initial projec
Fortnite version 12.50 update detailed: Here’s what to expect
SlashGear / 3h
It’s that time again — Epic has announced plans for another Fortnite update, one that will arrive on Wednesday, April 29. Contrary to the original plans, this won’t be the final update in the game’s second season; the release of Season 3 has been delayed until early June. This update will bring new changes to the existing season, though some … Continue reading
Newark, LaGuardia, and JFK Airports Adopt New Access Restrictions
23View from the Wing / 3h
Effective today the Port Authority of New York New Jersey is limiting access to Newark, LaGuardia, and JFK airports to "ticketed passengers, airport employees, and other with a need to enter for airport business." Clearing security is already limited, so these new restrictions focus on pre-security areas of the terminals. Continue reading ...
Does It Matter That the DOD Released Those UFO Videos?
400+Wired / 3h
The Department of Defense isn't admitting that aliens exist. But apparently they don’t mind if you check out their sweet rides.
Anchor podcast creation app can now turn videos into audio
SlashGear / 3h
Podcast creation app Anchor has been updated with a new feature that’s arguably critical for audio show creators. In an update on Tuesday, Anchor said that it now supports transforming videos from major platforms like Skype into podcast audio files, which can then be edited like any other audio files. The feature simplifies things for podcast creators who want to … Continue reading
Ford delays self-driving taxis to 2022
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The COVID-19 pandemic is creating many problems for the car industry, and that extends to Ford’s self-driving taxis . While discussing its quarterly earnings, the company revealed that its autonomous vehicle services have been delayed from 2021 to 2022. In a statement to TechCrunch , it said it needed to “evaluate” the effect of COVID-19 on customer behavior and potentially change its strategy. I
WhatsApp eyes credit feature for users in India
100+TechCrunch / 4h
WhatsApp, which began testing its mobile payments feature in India two years ago , could offer at least one more financial service to people in its biggest market. In a filing with the local regulator in India, the company has listed credit as one of the areas it will pursue in the country. The Facebook -owned service declared with the local regulator earlier this month providing credit or loans
Alphabet grew more than expected in Q1, but its ad business saw ‘significant slowdown’ in March
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Today after the bell, Alphabet , parent company of Google, reported its Q1 2020 performance. The company’s $41.16 billion in revenue for the three-month period came in ahead of expectations , besting analyst estimates of $40.33 billion. However, its earnings per share came in under expectations, with the street anticipating $10.38 in per-share profit, while Alphabet delivered a slimmer $9.87 in p
Alphabet’s Profit Is Up, but Company Warns of Difficulties
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The chief executive of Google’s parent company said it experienced a “significant and sudden slowdown” in advertising in March.
DJI Mavic Air 2: Five reasons to upgrade your drone
DJI Mavic Air 2 3.039SlashGear / 4h
Following numerous leaks, DJI officially took the wraps off its new Mavic Air 2 drone this week, revealing an updated model that brings a number of new features and capabilities. The new model arrives around two and a half years after the launch of the original Mavic Air drone, but some users remain hesitant to upgrade. DJI gives its customers … Continue reading
Best Google Smart Speaker Deals (April 2020): Nest Mini, Hub Max, and More
92Wired / 5h
From the Nest Mini to the Hub Max, you can save money if you're looking to build a smarter home.
Belgians Get the Most Delicious Coronavirus Quarantine Order
300+Gizmodo / 5h
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to pummel the food industry amid government lockdowns, Belgians are being asked to lend a hand to one struggling market in particular: Potatoes. More specifically, Belgians are being called upon to eat a ton of fries. Read more...
Why airlines cancel flights at the last minute — and why it’s good news for you
The Points Guy / 5h
The coronavirus pandemic has taken a massive toll on airlines worldwide. In response, they’ve cut their schedules and parked significant portions of their fleets. But these changes didn’t just happen overnight. Instead, the U.S. carriers have taken a phased approach to route suspensions and cancellations. Interestingly, this gradual slowdown has unearthed two interesting phenomenons. The first is
Star Trek: Voyager's Must Watch Episodes
100+Gizmodo / 5h
So far, our guides to the unmissable episodes of each entry in the Star Trek franchise have dealt with lauded icons of the series. The esteemed original . The beloved Next Generation . The revered, dark Deep Space Nine . And now, we’re at Star Trek: Voyager , a show which is...well, not loved as much as those (but very… Read more...
Streaming films are temporarily eligible for Oscars, no theatrical run required
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Widespread theatrical closures have forced the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to loosen the rules around which films qualify for Oscars. This might not seem like much of a breakthrough in a year when Netflix got the most Oscar nominations of any studio , and when the streamer’s original films ultimately walked away with two Oscars . However, in order to compete in Best Picture and ot
Streaming-only movies will be eligible for awards at the 2021 Oscars
Oscars Streaming Academy100+Engadget / 5h
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is easing up on its opposition to streaming movies , however temporarily. Its board of governors has approved a rule change that will make digital-only movies eligible to win Oscars, but just for the current awards year. There’s no mystery as to why. With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing theaters in Los Angeles (and much of the world) to close, the Aca
Kick Your At-Home Fitness Gear Into Shape, Even on a Budget
Lifehacker / 5h
Working out is one of the better ways to stay busy: it’s productive, fills your time, and can give you a chance to make absolutely insufferable posts online. Plus, there’s a medical purpose as well: by being physically active, you can get some of those “endorphins” I’ve heard so much about. Read more...
Doctors in Europe Warn of Link Between Covid-19 and Toxic Shock Symptoms in Children
43Gizmodo / 5h
Doctors in Europe are warning that they’ve started to see an alarming rise of rare, life-threatening complications among children confirmed or suspected to have covid-19. However, it’s not certain how common these complications are or whether they’re necessarily connected to the novel coronavirus. Read more...
SiriusXM rises on Q1 earnings beat, but warns of coronavirus impacts to come
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SiriusXM’s first-quarter 2020 earnings today painted a picture of what’s ahead for the music and entertainment service in light of the coronavirus outbreak. While the company surprised with both an earnings and revenue beat in the quarter ended March 2020, its satellite radio business also lost net subscribers due to declines in auto shipments , and the company spoke of further declines in ad sal
Facebook Will Let Creators Supplement Their Dried-Up Income With Paid Livestreams
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Streamers and content creators typically rely on subscriptions, Patreon donations, or affiliate money from Twitch or YouTube to keep the lights on. But for those who had a more traditional, brick-and-motor business before the pandemic, it might be tough keep providing their customers, students, or clients the same… Read more...
Moving Out released to Nintendo Switch, PS4, launch day 1 on Xbox Game Pass
SlashGear / 5h
The Xbox One Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass for PC crews have a day 1 release in store for the month of April, as of today. The game Moving Out was released for multiple platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch, and it’s ready to roll immediately. This game is made for both single-player and co-op play, … Continue reading
'Queer Eye' expert Bobby Berk is helping people get their 'Animal Crossing' houses in shape
Animal Crossing NH200+Mashable / 5h
Animal Crossing for the Nintendo Switch has become a de facto replacement for social interaction and being outside in the time of social isolation. Much of the fun of Animal Crossing is the freedom it gives its players to be creative in designing their homes and islands, a freedom only limited by the bells in their wallets, the DIYs on their Nookphone...and perhaps a general lack of design sense.
Streaming films are eligible for next year's Academy Awards — but there's a catch
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With the pandemic decimating the 2020 theatrical release calendar, the Oscars have made an unprecedented decision: For the first time in the nine-decade history of the Academy Awards, streaming films that did not get a theatrical release will be allowed to compete. The Hollywood Reporter writes that the decision was reached Tuesday during a Zoom meeting of the organization's board of directors. I
New website offers quick mental health support during COVID-19
82Mashable / 5h
There's no shortage of local, state, and national helplines that offer support to people during emotional or mental health crises. The problem is that they've not been easily accessible in one searchable database, which means it might take callers or texters reaching out for help longer to find the resources they need. A new website launched Tuesday by the Pandemic Crisis Services Coalition aims
Is air travel on the rebound? TSA reports a week of passenger growth
The Points Guy / 5h
The dramatic falloff in U.S. airline passengers may have hit bottom, judging from a recent uptick in screening numbers from the Transportation Security Administration. The agency had been screening more than 2 million travelers on most days earlier this year, but those numbers cratered as the coronvirus pandemic took a swift hold in the U.S. The nadir may have come on April 14, when the agency sc
Amnesiac Janelle Monáe tries to recover her past in Homecoming S2 trailer
34Ars Technica / 5h
Janelle Monáe stars in Homecoming season 2, coming soon to Amazon Prime. Janelle Monáe plays an amnesiac woman with a mysterious past who suspects that everyone around her is covering up a dark secret in the second season of Homecoming , Amazon Prime's critically acclaimed psychological thriller. The first season, starring Julia Roberts, was an adaptation of the popular podcast of the same name,
Here’s How Summons Work In Final Fantasy VII Remake
200+Lifehacker / 5h
Final Fantasy wouldn’t be Final Fantasy without summons. Ever since Final Fantasy III , you’ve been able to call on superpowered mythical beasts for aid in battle, effectively turning the tide at the press of a button. Final Fantasy VII Remake , the new dance-off game from Square Enix , is no different. Read more...
Staring at a Stranger for 60 Seconds Helped Me Feel Better About Quarantine Life
100+Gizmodo / 5h
Physical distancing is necessary to keep our communities safe and healthy, yeah, but it sure is making us all a lot lonelier. Yes, we’re flattening the curve—and that’s crucially important—but it’s hard to cut ourselves off from our friends and family for weeks at a time. Zoom calls are simply no replacement for… Read more...
TripAdvisor will cut almost 25% of its workforce as the travel industry languishes
100+TechCrunch / 5h
In a blog post , TripAdvisor CEO and co-founder Stephen Kaufer announced that the company would be reducing its workforce in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has wrought particular havoc on the travel industry. The layoffs will reduce the company by 900 employees — nearly a quarter of its workforce. Of the cuts, 600 are from TripAdvisor teams in the U.S. and Canada. In the letter to the team
How to Use Your Travel Accessories at Home
24Lifehacker / 5h
Although most of us aren’t getting on flights, taking road trips or checking into hotels for the time being, we can still make use of all of the travel accessories we’ve collected to make our lives easier on our journeys. Two weeks ago, our friends at The Points Guy recommended specific travel accessories to purchase… Read more...
Hubble Captures Incredible Images of Highly Anticipated Comet Breaking Up
200+Gizmodo / 5h
The Hubble Space Telescope didn’t rest during its recent 30th anniversary celebration. Instead, it watched the comet C/2019 Y4 (ATLAS) fragment into at least 30 pieces. Read more...
Ford postpones autonomous vehicle service until 2022
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Ford said Tuesday it will delay until 2022 plans to launch an autonomous vehicle service, as the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the company to rethink its go-to-market strategy. The news was shared as part of Ford’s quarterly earnings, which was released after the market closed Tuesday. Ford reported a $2 billion loss in the first quarter compared to a profit of $1.1 billion in the same period la
Zetta Venture Partners’ Jocelyn Goldfein chats about AI investing
100+TechCrunch / 5h
Earlier this month, href="https://www.zettavp.com/">Zetta Venture Partners , a B2B, AI-focused venture outfit, announced a new $180 million fund. As new VC funds are anecdotally a bit thinner on the ground these days — and because we’re in the midst of economic upheaval, which is changing investing patterns and shaking up startup verticals — I got on the phone with Zetta’s Jocelyn Goldfein ( a Te
Southwest Airlines is betting it won’t need 140 737 jets for a while
The Points Guy / 5h
Southwest Airlines will fly fewer than half of its 742 Boeing 737s on any given day through at least June as it responds to the decimation of travel demand by the coronavirus pandemic. Of the roughly 390 parked jets, the Dallas-based carrier has placed some 140 in what it considers long-term storage, Southwest operations chief Michael Van de Ven said during an earnings call on Tuesday. These plan
United Removes Star Alliance Award Chart From Its Website, Says Pricing Is All Dynamic
100+View from the Wing / 6h
United said that partner awards would continue to price as they always had even once award charts were removed for United flights. This wasn't true - since they were charging extra for booking partner flights close to departure. Nevertheless they kept a copy of the Star Alliance award chart on their website. Now they've removed it. And a spokesperson says this is exactly what you should have expe
iRobot’s Terra lawnmower will not launch in 2020, as company ‘reprioritizes’
83TechCrunch / 6h
In its quarterly earnings today , iRobot announced an indefinite delay of its lawnmowing robot, Terra. The Roomba maker has abandoned plans to launch to the long-awaited home robot in 2020. No surprise, the company says fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic is to blame for the uncertainty. More specifically, it blames “current market realities.” Here’s the statement a spokesperson for the company se
Staring at a Stranger for 60 Seconds Helped Me Feel Better About Quarantine Life
100+Lifehacker / 6h
Physical distancing is necessary to keep our communities safe and healthy, yeah, but it sure is making us all a lot lonelier. Yes, we’re flattening the curve—and that’s crucially important—but it’s hard to cut ourselves off from our friends and family for weeks at a time. Zoom calls are simply no replacement for… Read more...
Don't Let Cognitive Biases Cause You to Engage in Risky Public Health Behavior
200+Lifehacker / 6h
Now that the “new normal” has started feeling, well, normal , how can we ensure we’re still remaining vigilant with our vital public health behaviors? Hand-washing, physical distancing, and mask wearing aren’t going to be less important any time soon, but familiarity can breed laziness, and when it comes to the… Read more...
Google saw huge jumps in search usage and app downloads in March
99Engadget / 6h
Google parent company Alphabet just announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2020, and not surprisingly the global COVID-19 pandemic had an effect. Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai called it a “tale of two quarters” on the earnings call with investors and noted that ad performance took a major hit in March after two very strong months. Pichai also noted some parts of its busi
Michael Moore’s green energy takedown—worse than Netflix’s Goop series?
400+Ars Technica / 6h
Enlarge / It's unclear where Jeff Gibbs is going in this scene, but that's also true for the film as a whole. (credit: Planet of the Humans ) Let’s say you want to make a documentary about a complex and important topic. You could spend a lot of time on research—developing a complete picture of things, identifying scientists to interview, and figuring out how to give viewers the context necessary
Google Pixel Buds review: Android gets a worthy AirPods rival
Google Pixel Buds Android100+Mashable / 6h
Google Pixel Buds $179.99 View Product The Good Very good sound for the price and form factor • Better looking and more comfortable than standard AirPods • Hands-free Google Assistant support • Smooth sailing on Android and iOS The Bad Active noise cancellation would help greatly • Adaptive sound is a little too subtle • Translation is ambitious but awkward The Bottom Line Google's new wireless e
What will the future of travel look like? TPG asked 16 industry experts
36The Points Guy / 6h
As the world waits out the COVID-19 crisis , there has been an unprecedented rupture in travel that reaches every corner of the globe and every part of the industry. We asked leaders in the hotel , cruise and airline spaces to share their thoughts on the future, including their predictions for when and how we’ll travel again. They also spoke about why they love to travel and how this passion will
Infiniti begins ‘Park it for Now’ campaign with build-it-yourself Carigami models
SlashGear / 6h
Japanese premium automaker Infiniti has released a collection of ‘Carigami’ models for kids and adults to play with. Inspired by the Japanese art of origami and Infiniti’s unmistakable Japanese DNA, the project is part of an effort to encourage people to stay at home to curb the rapidly spreading coronavirus. “In this unprecedented time where citizens of the world are … Continue reading
Ford cancels Lincoln electric vehicle program with Rivian
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Lincoln Motor, the luxury brand under Ford, has canceled plans to build an all new electric vehicle based on Rivian’s skateboard platform. Crain’s Detroit reported that dealers were informed Tuesday. Rivian and Ford said in a statement sent to TechCrunch that this was a mutual decision based on the current environment, which was meant to imply that the COVID-19 pandemic was the primary cause. The
'Jeopardy!' contestant invokes Chaka Khan's name in a hilariously wrong answer
70Mashable / 6h
A Jeopardy! contestant's gaffe is going viral for being so hilariously off the mark. During Monday night's episode, a contestant chose a category labeled "The Zulus," an ethnic group from southern Africa. Host Alex Trebek read the prompt: "Here, as on each Sept. 24, Zulus celebrate a holiday that was named in honor of this warrior leader of the early 1800s." The answer is, "Who is Shaka Zulu?" Bu
Self-sustained luminescent tobacco plants stay bright all life long
SlashGear / 6h
A group of researchers engineered a group of tobacco plants to product self-sustained luminescence that lasts the plant’s whole life long. The light is visible to the human eye. These researchers at the Moscow-based biotech startup Planta and the Russian Academy of Sciences suggested in their report that their findings “could underpin development of a suite of imaging tools for … Continue reading
Utah pauses Banjo's AI surveillance after learning of owner's racist past
Patton Utah Banjo KKK100+Engadget / 6h
Utah is putting its AI surveillance system on ice after learning of its creator’s background. The state has suspended (via Salt Lake Tribune ) Banjo’s contract after learning from a OneZero report that company head Damien was part of the Dixie Knights of the Ku Klux Klan as a teenager and joined the racist group’s leader in an anti-Semitic drive-by shooting. While Patton has expressed remorse for
Withings Sleep Analyzer updated with new sleep apnea detection
SlashGear / 6h
Withings has released the latest version of its Sleep Analyzer, a mat that is used to monitor sleep habits, including heart rate, snoring, and sleep cycles. The updated product brings the new ability to detect a condition called sleep apnea, which is difficult to detect on one’s own and that, over time, can be deadly. The new Sleep Analyzer is … Continue reading
5 Big Mistakes We Can Make Fighting the Covid-19 Pandemic
100+Wired / 6h
Staying at home is a big sacrifice. But lifting shelter-in-place orders too soon is one of the many mistakes that will make the crisis even more brutal.
iRobot’s Terra robot mower launch just got put on hold
SlashGear / 6h
You’ll have to wait a little longer to set iRobot’s Terra robot lawnmower loose on your grass, with the company revealing it has put the launch on ice because of coronavirus. Announced back at the start of 2019, Terra saw iRobot roam outside the home for the first time, with a grass-nibbling robot intended to make tending a lawn easier. … Continue reading
YouTube brings fact-checking panels to US to combat COVID-19 misinformation
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The coronavirus pandemic is making this a tense time for all of us, and in some cases, misinformation can add to that unease. Whether it’s conspiracy theories or general misinformation about bogus COVID-19 remedies, there’s a lot of bad info about the coronavirus pandemic out there. Today, YouTube announced new measure to help combat that misinformation in the videos that … Continue reading
Southwest Airlines may cancel your flight on short notice as it ‘tactically’ trims more capacity
The Points Guy / 6h
Southwest Airlines is cancelling some flights on short notice as part of an effort to further reduce capacity as nearly all demand for air travel has evaporated amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Dallas-based carrier will “tactically” cancel flights with few bookings several days before they operate through June, Southwest president Thomas Nealon said during an earnings call on Tuesday. Only abou
Get All Your Credit Card Payments Deferred With One Call
95Lifehacker / 6h
While most credit card issuers have announced programs to aid consumers having trouble paying their bills during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s far from a universal free pass. Customers need to contact their card issuer to make a case for why they’re encountering an economic hardship; then the creditor needs to offer… Read more...
Nomad's Rugged Cases for Google Pixel Buds 2 Are the Real, Horween Leather-Wrapped Deal
Gizmodo / 6h
Pixel Buds 2 are here, and while you can’t buy them (because they’re sold out!), those who either got lucky or signed up to join Google’s waitlist can supplement their purchase with a chic new accessory designed to endure casual and permanent abrasions. Bold and distinctively minimalist, as is customary for Nomad, the… Read more...
Want free games on Epic Games Store? Now, that will require 2FA
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Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson / Getty Images ) Since December 2018, the Epic Games Store has maintained an aggressive weekly campaign of free game giveaways. That campaign changes this week, though not with any plans to stop offering freebies. Instead, Epic has updated the promotion with its first security-minded rule: if you want to claim EGS giveaways going forward, you'll have to turn on two-
IHG quietly rolls out dynamic award pricing in Greater China, more regions to come
The Points Guy / 6h
InterContinental Hotels Group — better known as IHG — has started rolling out dynamic award pricing at select properties in Asia. The hotel chain announced its move to dynamic pricing in its 2018 year-end report with the intent to introduce the new pricing structure in 2019, however, the changes have been delayed until now. In a statement to TPG, IHG noted that it began introducing “Reward Night
Nomad's Rugged Cases for Google Pixel Buds 2 Are the Real, Horween Leather-Wrapped Deal
Lifehacker / 6h
Pixel Buds 2 are here, and while you can’t buy them (because they’re sold out!), those who either got lucky or signed up to join Google’s waitlist can supplement their purchase with a chic new accessory designed to endure casual and permanent abrasions. Bold and distinctively minimalist, as is customary for Nomad, the… Read more...
Controlling an Air Conditioner Might Be the Least Exciting Game Boy Game Ever Created
30Gizmodo / 6h
Aside from a color screen and an option to boost the processor’s speed, the Game Boy Color included an infrared port that was mostly used for sharing data, like high scores or unlockable characters. One tinkerer found a better use for it, turning a gifted GBC into a remote control for his air conditioner. Read more...
'Total War: Shogun 2' is free on Steam until May 1st
100+Engadget / 7h
To help people get through the coronavirus pandemic, Sega has decided to give away free copies of Total War: Shogun 2 until May 1st. While it’s almost a decade old at this point, Shogun 2 is widely considered one of the best entries in Creative Assembly’s Total War series . If you’re new to the franchise, it combines top-down empire management with thrilling real-time army battles involving hundr
Can You Save Your Birth Control Pills for After Quarantine?
38Lifehacker / 7h
If you’re not using your birth control pills right now, you can save unused pill packs for later. Here’s what you need to know: Read more...
There's an excellent new Michael Jordan meme thanks to ESPN's 'The Last Dance'
300+Mashable / 7h
For the longest time, Crying Jordan was the un-killable meme . In the end, while it took longer, the meme faded just like any other. But now we've been blessed with another great Michael Jordan-related meme, thanks to the 10-part ESPN/Netflix documentary "The Last Dance." The meme relies on Jordan making an incredulous face at a tablet. During the scene in the doc, Jordan is preparing to watch hi
No, cruise giant Carnival didn’t just get a bailout. Here’s what really happened
200+The Points Guy / 7h
Did struggling cruise giant Carnival Corp. just get a bailout by the U.S. government? That was the story bouncing around the internet on Monday, and it sparked outrage. “A disgrace,” is how CNBC’s Jim Cramer described the news in an on-air diatribe. Vermont senator and recent presidential candidate Bernie Sanders took to Twitter to call out the unfairness. “How in the hell does Carnival, a cruise
Rapid7 is acquiring DivvyCloud for $145M to beef up cloud security
500+TechCrunch / 7h
Rapid7 announced today after the closing bell that it will be acquiring DivvyCloud , a cloud security and governance startup, for $145 million in cash and stock. With Divvy, the company moves more deeply into the cloud, something that Lee Weiner, chief innovation officer, says the company has been working toward, even before the pandemic pushed that agenda. Like any company looking at expanding i
MindMed develops an ‘off switch’ to stop LSD trips during therapy
SlashGear / 7h
The idea of psychotherapy that takes place while the client is on a psychedelic substance is growing in popularity, with a number of trials in the US exploring the potential use of these compounds to help sufferers heal from conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The potential for experiencing a ‘bad trip’ always exists, though, and that’s where MindMed’s latest … Continue reading
Sketchy YouTube videos will now come with fact checks
YouTube Fact Checking US100+Mashable / 7h
Anyone who has ever fallen into a YouTube conspiracy theory wormhole just got thrown a lifeline. YouTube announced Tuesday that it would begin rolling out "fact check panels" in the U.S. What does that mean? The company said in a blog post that if a user searches a topic on YouTube that has been debunked by fact checkers, a shaded box will appear at the top of the query results that identifies th
Connect With Others via Some Light Bartering
68Lifehacker / 7h
With our usual systems of social interaction dismantled, people are looking for ways to connect, help and show affection—whether that be via fresh baked goods, vegetables from their garden, pre-batched cocktails or hand-sewn masks. There’s a cooperative generosity in the air right now and I, for one, am really… Read more...
Apple adds COVID-19 testing sites to Maps across the US, and shares more mobility data
Apple Maps Covid 19100+TechCrunch / 7h
Apple has now added COVID-19 testing sites to its Apple Maps app across the U.S., covering all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The update provides testing locations including hospitals, clinics, urgent care facilities, general practitioners, pharmacies and more, as well as dedicated COVID-19 testing sites, where tests are available. In addition, COVID-19 is now a prioritized point-of-interest option w
United pulls its Star Alliance partner award chart as it transitions to dynamic pricing
56The Points Guy / 7h
United’s been busy making adjustments to its MileagePlus loyalty program . It started with great news when the carrier announced that it was extending all currently valid Premier status until Jan. 31, 2022. Additionally, UA lowered the Premier qualifying thresholds for the rest of the year and removed award change and redeposit fees for modifications made 30 or more days before departure. And tha
Lincoln’s Rivian-based EV project just got axed
Ford Lincoln RivianSlashGear / 7h
Ford and Rivian have axed plans to build an all-electric Lincoln together, blaming the coronavirus for its early demise. The EV was to be Lincoln’s first fully electric model, using Rivian’s modular “skateboard” platform as underpins the startup’s own R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck. Their collaboration was announced at the end of January 2020. It represented a shortcut for Ford … Continue reading
‘Someday is coming’ – JetBlue deal alert: Domestic flights have dropped to $49 one-way
The Points Guy / 7h
JetBlue is running a new flash sale to major cities in the U.S. starting at just $49 one-way for fall travel when you book through April 30. While it’s still uncertain exactly what the future of travel will look like , we’re hopeful that we’ll be able to do some domestic travel this fall. JetBlue agrees, promoting the deal with the tagline, “Someday is coming.” Even if the trip does end up gettin
Get a Free Online 'Lion King' Broadway Course for Your Kid
400+Lifehacker / 7h
The most theatrical of our kids may be tiring of the simple one-person plays and puppet shows they’ve been performing in the living room. Maybe they had a role in the school’s spring musical before everything—including their would-be rehearsals and performances—shut down. Or maybe they’re just bored and are looking… Read more...
In the New Agents of SHIELD Season 7 Trailer, the Final Mission Begins
200+Gizmodo / 7h
All of Marvel’s movies have been uprooted from their original release dates, and there’s been no word on exactly when all those Disney+ shows will drop. But fans craving new adventures still have one more outlet on the small screen . Remember your old pals on Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD ? Read more...
What to Watch Tonight, April 28, 2020
Lifehacker / 7h
Another day means another night of figuring out what to watch. Read more...
Apple Maps now shows COVID-19 testing sites across the US
Apple Maps Covid US200+Engadget / 7h
As hinted earlier, Apple has started displaying COVID-19 testing sites in Maps. People in all 50 states and Puerto Rico can use Apple’s default navigation app to quickly find a place to get checked, whether it’s a hospital, urgent care clinic, pharmacy or dedicated testing site . The facilities also fall under a new “COVID-19 Testing” search category that’s prioritized alongside other essentials
This levitating sphere is strangely satisfying to watch — Future Blink
28Mashable / 7h
Buda Ball is meant to act as decor and a mesmerizing reminder to remain balanced. Read more... More about Tech , Mashable Video , Relaxation , Mindfulness , and Future Blink
AOC and Elizabeth Warren call for a freeze on big mergers as the coronavirus crisis unfolds
400+TechCrunch / 7h
The coronavirus pandemic has paralyzed the global economy, but large tech companies remain relatively well-positioned to reach into their deep pockets to make big moves. In an effort to call attention to the plight of smaller businesses — and the disproportionate power and resources of larger ones — Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) will propose new legislation
This Disinfectant Can Keep Surfaces Coronavirus-Free for Months
2KFuturism / 7h
Protective Coating Scientists in Hong Kong developed a protective anti-viral coating that they say can kill viruses like the coronaviruses for up to three months straight. The disinfectant, dubbed MAP-1, wasn’t a response to the coronavirus. Rather, Reuters reports that Hong Kong University of Science and Technology researchers have been working on it for the last ten years. But all the same, the
How to Keep the Image Capture App From Eating Up Space on Your Mac
36Lifehacker / 7h
If you’ve been wondering why the free space on your Mac keeps getting smaller, and smaller, and smaller—even if you haven’t been using your Mac all that much—there’s a quirky bug with Apple’s Image Capture app that could be to blame. Read more...
Senator pushes DOJ to launch criminal antitrust probe of Amazon
71Ars Technica / 7h
Enlarge / NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 9: Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) attends a a special Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental affairs hearing on "The State of Homeland Security after 9/11" at the National September 11th Memorial & Museum on September 9, 2019 in New York City. The hearing featured three former secretaries of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. (Photo by Drew Anger
RAVPower's 10W Wireless Charger Is Only $10 Today
20Gizmodo / 7h
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Anchor converts your video calls into podcasts
80Engadget / 8h
Spotify's Anchor app is adding yet more functionality to help make producing podcasts more accessible. Starting today, you can use the platform to convert your Zoom, Google Meet, Skype, FaceTime, Twitch and Instagram Live video calls into podcast material . To use the feature, you'll first need to upload a recording of your conversation to Anchor's website. Once the file is online, Anchor will au
Citizen Scientist Larpers Recreate Bronze Age Sword-Fighting Techniques to Uncover Ancient Combat Secrets
300+Gizmodo / 8h
By recreating prehistoric one-on-one sword fighting and analyzing the ensuing damage inflicted onto replica weapons, experimental archaeologists are shedding new light onto ancient combat techniques and the advanced skills required to be a Bronze Age warrior. Read more...
WhatsApp update expands features: Group Video chat, stickers, forwards
WhatsApp Up To EightSlashGear / 8h
Today the folks at WhatsApp – owned by Facebook – increased the number of people that can join a group video meeting to 8 users. WhatsApp calls this Group Video – and before now, the service was slightly more limited, with a max of 4 users at a time. Per WhatsApp officials, this boost is due in part to the … Continue reading
10 TV shows we can't wait to watch this summer
Mashable / 8h
Though a handful of shows are no longer scheduled to air in 2020, there are still plenty of new series airing from May to July. Here are some we're most excited for. Read more... More about Entertainment , Netflix , Mashable Video , Summer , and Tv Shows
A handful of our recommended Fitbit devices are on sale today
30Ars Technica / 8h
Enlarge (credit: Ars Technica) Today's Dealmaster is headlined by a bundle of deals on Fitbit activity trackers. The discounts include the Fitbit Inspire HR, down to $70 from a typical street price of around $95; the Fitbit Charge 3 , down to $100 from its usual $125; and the Fitbit Versa 2 smartwatch , down to $149 from its usual $200. The Inspire HR and Charge 3 deals in particular are within a
Ugh: British Airways Will Lay Off Up To 12,000 Employees
200+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Unfortunately we’ve gotten to the point where just about any bad news in the airline industry doesn’t come as a surprise. The latest bad news is that it appears a lot of British Airways employees will be without jobs soon… IAG’s reports first quarter loss IAG, the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling, has today revealed some preliminary first quarter results: Before
Watch a mile-long asteroid sling past the Earth tonight at 7 PM ET
Asteroid 1998 Earth1KEngadget / 8h
An asteroid will hit Earth -- it’s not a matter of “if” but “when.” Fortunately, the space rock known as 1998 OR2 won’t be crashing your quarantine party, but it’s still considered a potentially hazardous object since it will come within four million miles of Earth. Armchair astronomers can watch a livestream of the asteroid’s approach tonight at 7 PM ET. Hosted by Slooh, a web-based telescope se
Comcast, T-Mobile, and AT&T Will Wait a Little Longer for Their Money If They Have To
Verizon AT&T Comcast38Gizmodo / 8h
Verizon isn’t the only telecom and ISP to extend its non-cancellation pledge through the end of June: Comcast, T-Mobile, and AT&T have all announced that they will be doing the same, continuing to help individuals, families, and small businesses affected by the covid-19 pandemic by waiving late fees and overage… Read more...
Bonsai raises $1.5M to help students get professional guidance via virtual 1-on-1s
300+TechCrunch / 8h
As the world continues to lean more heavily on remote collaboration technologies, investors and entrepreneurs are growing more curious about how behavioral shifts will impact the future of work and education. Bonsai , a new online platform virtually pairing students and young professionals with mentors in professional fields, is launching today with fresh funding. The startup’s founder and CEO Pa
Dear Sophie: Will a PPP loan affect my visa renewal or green card?
100+TechCrunch / 8h
Sophie Alcorn Contributor Sophie Alcorn is the founder of Alcorn Immigration Law in Silicon Valley and 2019 Global Law Experts Awards’ “Law Firm of the Year in California for Entrepreneur Immigration Services.” She connects people with the businesses and opportunities that expand their lives. More posts by this contributor Dear Sophie: How will President Trump’s order ‘suspending immigration’ aff
SpaceX has a new plan to reduce Starlink satellite light pollution
Musk SpaceX StarlinkSlashGear / 8h
SpaceX has another test planned that aims to reduce the amount of light pollution produced by its Starlink satellites, this one involving sunshades rather than an anti-reflective coating. Elon Musk first spilled the details on this plan in a tweet following the Starlink 6 satellite launch, revealing that there will be a few more launches before the sun visors are … Continue reading
How Zero Percent APR And Deferred Payments Can Be Financially Dangerous
300+Lifehacker / 8h
In light of the economic impact of coronavirus and the general desperation of automakers to sell cars, several brands are offering special financing programs such as zero percent loans and/or deferred payment programs. Kia’s version is a good example of how these programs can be both possibly a bargain and financially… Read more...
Upgrade your gaming setup with this Asus monitor, on sale for just $200
24Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Buy an affordable Asus VG249Q 24-inch gaming FreeSynce monitor for just $199.99 from Best Buy as of April 28. You save $50, plus you can get 50% off a Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse when you bundle everything together. If you recently bought yourself a new gaming laptop , you might find its 15-inch monitor is a little lacking. That can be fixed pretty quickly with a new monitor, and
Asteroid appears to wear face mask as it passes Earth
24Popular Mechanics / 8h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Valorant’s ranked mode will go live once its new patch is stable
42Engadget / 8h
If you’ve been fortunate enough to gain access to the Valorant closed beta and you’re ready to really test your mettle against other players, you won’t have much longer to wait to jump into competitive action. Riot announced that the much-anticipated ranked mode will go live soon. It’s taking Valorant ’s European and North American servers offline for around 5 and a half hours Wednesday morning t
Watch Tesla drivers test out new Autopilot road signs update
Tesla Musk Autopilot48Mashable / 8h
Tesla's inching closer to the self-driving dream with its latest Autopilot update. Last week, Tesla quietly dropped some new abilities to its semi-autonomous driving system called Autopilot . The update gives all Tesla cars with Autopilot activated the option to stop at street lights and stop signs without the driver having to touch the brakes. Stop signs, streetlight symbols, and other road sign
How George Mackay transformed himself into historical outlaw Ned Kelly
Mashable / 8h
George MacKay took an interesting approach to play the titular character in "True History of the Kelly Gang," which is currently available on Digital and On Demand. Read more... More about Movies , Australia , Mashable Video , Conor Mcgregor , and George Mackay
Earn Airline Miles For Staying Within 328 Feet Of Home
View from the Wing / 8h
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 ...
YouTube adds fact check panels to US-based searches
YouTube Fact Checking US100+Engadget / 8h
YouTube is widening the audience for its fact check panels , and not a moment too soon. The video service now displays (via TechCrunch ) independent fact checks for searches of known false claims. Look for claims behind COVID-19 conspiracy theories , for instance, and a panel will link you to an article debunking those myths. As before, YouTube is limiting these cards to relatively narrow searche
How Big Business Grabbed Payroll Protection Funds So Fast
300+Lifehacker / 8h
Do you feel like you should be mad at Shake Shack or Potbelly Sandwich Shop right now, but you can’t explain exactly they did wrong ? Read more...
How Spies Snuck Malware Into the Google Play Store—Again and Again
200+Wired / 8h
Malicious Android apps from the so-called PhantomLance campaign targeted hundreds of users, and at least two slipped past Google's defenses.
Turkish Airlines Cancels Flights Through May 28, 2020
500+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Turkish Airlines has just extended cancellation of all of their flights even further once again, and I think this is pretty significant, for reasons I’ll get into below. Turkish Airlines extends flight suspension Turkish Airlines has today announced an extension of their suspended service. Turkish Airlines has suspended all flights until May 28, 2020. For some context: Turkish Airlines first susp
Google Stadia Pro adds PUBG today, Electronic Arts titles on the way
Google Stadia TodaySlashGear / 8h
Periodically, Google adds new games to its Stadia Pro lineup, which are games that are free to play for anyone who has an active Stadia Pro subscription. Today, Stadia Pro got a whopper of a free game: PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, which is arguably the biggest free game offered through the service yet. PUBG‘s launch on Stadia was announced today in the … Continue reading
Apple Reportedly Looking to Start Reopening Stores in May
Apple Stores Reopen May77Gizmodo / 8h
If you’re an Apple user stuck at home with a wonky device or waiting on one that’s stuck in the shop, help may be on its way soon as Apple is reportedly going to start reopening its U.S. stores starting in May. Read more...
You Can Actually Buy a Switch Lite at Adorama Right Now—Cute Animal Crossing Case and All
Animal Crossing NH38Gizmodo / 9h
Nintendo Switch Lite Bundle | $280 | Adorama Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Digital Code] | $60 | Amazon Read more...
Report: COVID May Have Killed Way More Americans Than We Think
1KFuturism / 9h
A new analysis found that during the early weeks of the coronavirus outbreak, the number of excess deaths in the US far exceeded the number of deaths attributed to COVID-19, according to The Washington Post . In other words, the numbers suggest that the pandemic’s death toll could be vastly higher than what the government has been reporting so far. Official records collected from the beginning of
Why We Can't Dismiss Any COVID-19 Deaths
200+Lifehacker / 9h
“They would’ve died anyway.” These past few weeks, an argument has gained prevalence in social media spheres that the death of a person with underlying conditions who has been infected with COVID-19 shouldn’t “count” as a COVID-19 death . Yes, fatal cases of COVID-19 are more common among people with conditions like… Read more...
Get Your Bake on With This $22 Cornbread Pan From Lodge
25Lifehacker / 9h
Lodge Cast Iron Cornbread Pan | $22 | Amazon Read more...
Facebook Will Livestream a Virtual Graduation for the Class of 2020
56How-To Geek / 9h
Today, Facebook announced it would hold a virtual graduation on May 15th for all the seniors who will miss out on an in-person graduation ceremony. The ceremony will serve as a stand-in for both high school and college seniors, and feature Oprah Winfrey as a commencement speaker. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Apple HBO Customers Score a Free HBO Max Subscription
WarnerMedia HBO Max Apple21How-To Geek / 9h
Last year, WarnerMedia announced that existing HBO Now customers would gain access to HBO Max for free. Now, WarnerMedia is expanding the deal to include people who subscribe to HBO through Apple. People who subscribe to HBO through other services, like Amazon Prime or Verizon, are not eligible for this deal. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Here’s what the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels overflight in New York looked like
The Points Guy / 9h
People in New York City and surrounding areas were treated on Tuesday to a low-level overflight by the U.S. Air Force and Navy’s demonstration teams, the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels. At noon, the fighter jets appeared in formation over the city in the first of several overflights of U.S. cities planned to show support for first responders and essential workers during the coronavirus pandemic. La
These two racing drivers swapped race cars; here’s what they learned
43Ars Technica / 9h
Enlarge / On the left, the Acura NSX GT3 Evo. On the right, the Acura ARX-05. (credit: Acura) Thanks to COVID-19, the 2020 Rolex 24 at Daytona could be the only International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) race of the year to take place outside of iRacing. Like many other professions, "race car driver" is not considered an essential occupation, so young hot shoes like Ricky Taylor (who races for
Breaking: British Airways set to cut up to 12,000 employees amid coronavirus restructuring
The Points Guy / 9h
British Airways is set to cut as many as 12,000 employees in light of the coronavirus crisis and the ongoing effect it’s had on the aviation industry. That’s a quarter of the workforce. On Tuesday, British Airways CEO Alex Cruz detailed in a letter to employees that the airline’s parent company International Airlines Group (IAG) would undergo a restructuring and redundancy program. “We are taking
Fine structure constant may vary with space, constant in time
100+Ars Technica / 9h
Enlarge / At these sorts of distances, images of quasars don't have many details. (credit: NASA, ESA and X. Fan (University of Arizona) ) One of the most exciting prospects in physics has been discovering that fundamental constants are not actually constant at all. When I first started writing, physicists and astronomers were just figuring out how to build instruments and statistical tools that w
Major Ski Resorts (Finally) Announce 2019-2020 Season Pass Policies
52One Mile at a Time / 9h
Like all aspects of the travel industry, ski resorts were impacted by COVID-19 in an unprecedented way. Ski resorts across North America were shuttered mid-March, causing an abrupt end to the popular spring season. A mass exodus of seasonal employees quickly followed, leaving a skeleton staff to process hotel, equipment, and lesson refunds. And some of us are still (patiently) waiting for those r
Volvo's Polestar 2 will feature autopilot and battery safeguards
73Engadget / 9h
The Polestar 2 is still slated to come to the US this summer, despite the coronavirus pandemic. The Swedish company -- a subsidiary of Volvo -- recently announced that the all-electric sedan will start at $59,900 . That’s well above the similarly spec’d Tesla Model 3 , which starts at about $40,000. However, given the Volvo pedigree, the Polestar 2 may have an advantage over the Model 3 when it c
In a New Clone Wars Clip, Rex and Ahsoka Just Jam That Knife Right Into Your Chest
500+Gizmodo / 9h
They can’t keep getting away with this. At least they’re running out of opportunities to do so, right? Read more...
Don't Trust The Benchmarks for Budget Android Phones
37Lifehacker / 9h
Hardware reviewers, manufacturers, and users love to benchmark the capabilities of their devices. While it’s fun, and sometimes surprising, to see how tech performs when pushed to its limits, you should probably ignore the benchmark figures from smartphones with MediaTek chips. Read more...
An Incinerator Burning Firefighting Foam May Be Covering a New York Town in Toxic Chemicals
300+Gizmodo / 9h
New research shows an incinerator licensed to dispose of toxic firefighting foam is instead belching out dangerous chemicals onto neighboring communities, including a public housing project. Read more...
Senator Asks DOJ to Open a Criminal Investigation Into Amazon's Algorithmic Monopoly
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Of all the pundits currently on the warpath against Big Tech, Republican Senator Josh Hawley might not be the most coherent , but he’s certainly one of the loudest voices on the field. Recent weeks have seen him launch criticism—misplaced or otherwise—on the likes of Apple and Google , TikTok , and at least one federal… Read more...
FaZe Clan opens a film studio with ‘13 Reasons Why’ producer
46Engadget / 9h
Esports team FaZe Clan, known for its lineup of talented Fortnite players like Ewok , is getting into original content production. The company today announced a partnership with film and television producer Michael Sugar, who helped create 13 Reasons Why and Dickinson , to found FaZe Studios . The two didn't announce any specific details on what they're working on, other than to say they'll produ
Get Yourself a Joy-Con Grip For a Low $10
Gizmodo / 10h
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Coronavirus-themed game banned in China
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The game has been blocked on Steam's store in the country but is still available in other territories.
FCC proposal would help fight one-ring call scams
Surface Book 3 FCC100+Engadget / 10h
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) wants to better protect consumers in the US from one-ring scam calls, which ring a phone just once and then charge large fees per minute when consumers call back. Today, the FCC shared a “ notice of proposed rulemaking ,” which requests comments on proposed solutions, like allowing voice service providers to block calls that are “highly likely” associat
You Are Being Influenced
200+NYT > Technology / 10h
Digital influencers are shaping our habits, even now and even if we’re clueless about it.
How to Keep Your Energy Bill Low While Working From Home
44Lifehacker / 10h
Since you are spending a lot more time at home, your electric bill is probably through the roof. So here are some easy ways to keep energy costs down while keeping your comfort level up. Read more...
Hulu interruption impacted small number of users, now resolved
Hulu iPhone Apple AT100+TechCrunch / 10h
Some Hulu customers found that the video streaming service was no longer working on their Apple devices, beginning in the early morning hours on Tuesday. According to tweets and other social media posts from customers, as well as from websites like DownDetector , Hulu began experiencing issues in the early AM Pacific Time in the U.S., with a larger spike occurring around 5 AM PT. Hulu confirmed w
Nintendo Switch Lite back in stock (for now)
SlashGear / 10h
Without much fanfare the Nintendo Switch Lite returned to in-stock status at several stores in the USA this week in several bright colors. It would appear that stock has been released for sale in stores online like Amazon, Best Buy, and Target. You’ll find the Turquoise version available at each of these stores, while gray seems to be sold out … Continue reading
Facebook Restructures Its Security Teams
Facebook Bowman Zuckerberg500+NYT > Technology / 10h
The social network displaced more than two dozen employees who work on security, as the company fights threats such as cyberattacks.
Elon Musk provides more details about SpaceX’s plan to reduce Starlink satellite visibility
Musk SpaceX Starship300+TechCrunch / 10h
During a virtual conference briefing this week, SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk provided more details about a new plan that his company has to mitigate the impact of their Starlink satellite constellation on night sky observation. Musk first revealed on Twitter the intent to build a “sun visor” to lower their visibility , but we didn’t know much about how it would work or how it compared to the
The class of 2020's (virtual) graduation speaker? Oprah.
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Read more... More about Jennifer Garner , Miley Cyrus , Awkwafina , Oprah Winfrey , and Lil Nas X
China Is Installing Surveillance Cameras Inside People’s Homes
6KFuturism / 10h
Personalized Surveillance In order to make sure people exposed to the coronavirus are obeying lockdown orders, Chinese authorities have been installing security cameras aimed directly at residents’ doors — and, sometimes, inside their homes. Various Chinese provinces have been installing the cameras over the past two months, CNN reports . By doing so, they’re effectively expanding the country’s a
There’s a reason Trader Joe’s won’t let you order groceries for pickup or delivery
300+Lifehacker / 10h
As both a crowd control measure and a safety precaution for essential employees, many grocery stores have begun offering grocery pickup and/or delivery during nationwide stay-at-home orders. Online ordering forms make it simple to select your items and choose a pickup window, and while you might not get everything you… Read more...
As COVID-19 misinformation grows, YouTube brings video fact-checking to the US
YouTube Fact Checking US200+TechCrunch / 10h
In a blog post today , YouTube announced that it’s finally bringing its fact-checking information panels to the U.S. First introduced in Brazil and India, the expansion comes as COVID-19-related misinformation and conspiracy has proliferated online and through certain media. Fact-check articles will begin appearing in relevant search results, using information pulled from a dozen or so third-part
The Last of Us Part II leaks: Sony and Naughty Dog respond
The Last of Us Part II20SlashGear / 10h
It’s a tense time to be a fan of The Last of Us. Over the weekend, much of The Last of Us Part II was leaked online, which means that the internet has become a minefield full of spoilers. Add to that the fact that The Last of Us Part II has now been pushed back to June, and fans … Continue reading
Investors Bet Giant Companies Will Dominate After Crisis
500+NYT > Technology / 10h
The virus outbreak supercharged a continuing shift in the markets, with a few giant companies now exerting the most influence over the direction of stocks since the tech boom.
'Deadly Premonition 2' comes to Switch on July 10th
55Engadget / 10h
The sequel to Hidetaka "Swery" Suehiro's 2010 cult hit Deadly Premonition finally has an exact release date. Developer Toybox and publisher Rising Star Games announced today Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise will hit the Nintendo Switch eShop and retail stores on July 10th and will cost $50. Based on the release date trailer Nintendo uploaded to its YouTube channel, Swery has been watc
Now Is Not the Time to Buy a Mandoline Slicer
400+Lifehacker / 10h
If you search the phrase “mandoline slicer” on Twitter, you will see a fair amount of ads, a few tweets praising it as a “game changer” and many of tales of woe and dismemberment. Mandolines are not a kitchen toy, you see, they are a kitchen weapon . Read more...
Tuesday's Best Deals: PlayStation Plus 1-Year Membership, Macy's Fine Jewelry, Gooloo 4000A Jump Starter, RAVPower 10W Wireless Charger, and More
36Lifehacker / 10h
A 1-Year PlayStation Plus membership , a Macy’s fine jewelry sale , a Gooloo 4000A jump starter , a RAVPower 10W wireless charger kick off Tuesday’s best deals. Read more...
Plop Your Phone on a RAVPower Wireless Charging Pad for Just $10 Today
Gizmodo / 10h
RAVPower Wireless Charging Pad | $10 | Amazon | Use Promo Code KJRPC066 Read more...
Spotify-owned Anchor can now turn your video chats into podcasts
100+TechCrunch / 10h
Spotify is tapping into the increased usage of video conferencing during the coronavirus quarantine to grow its own podcast business. The company’s podcast creation platform Anchor, acquired for an estimated $140 million in 2019, is today introducing a new feature that will allow podcasters to turn their video chats and virtual hangouts into podcast-ready audio. The video-to-audio conversion tool
France postpones parliament debate on contact-tracing app
French France WineFunding100+TechCrunch / 10h
Earlier today at the National Assembly, French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe gave a lengthy speech about post-lockdown measures in France ahead of a debate with deputies. The government originally planned to discuss France’s contact-tracing app StopCovid . It broadened the subject of the debate to post-lockdown policies a couple of days ago. But Philippe said that it was too early to discuss th
Senator asks for criminal investigation into Amazon's alleged data abuse
100+Engadget / 10h
Following the Wall Street Journal’s report alleging that Amazon uses sellers’ data to make competing products, Senator Josh Hawley is asking for a criminal antitrust investigation into the claims. Hawley formally requested the investigation in a letter submitted to Attorney General William Barr today. According to the Wall Street Journal ’s sources, Amazon employees (including executives) have be
Daily Crunch: Facebook organizes a virtual graduation ceremony
Amazon Shop New App100+TechCrunch / 10h
Graduation goes virtual, more details emerge about the U.K.’s contact tracing app and Shopify launches a mobile commerce app. Here’s your Daily Crunch for April 28, 2020. 1. Facebook will stream a virtual graduation ceremony featuring Oprah and Miley Cyrus Here’s some consolation for the Class of 2020: a virtual graduation ceremony, which kicks off at 11AM PT/2PM ET on May 15 via the Facebook Wat
The Covid-19 Pandemic Reveals Ransomware's Long Game
200+Wired / 11h
Hackers laid the groundwork months ago for attacks. Now they're flipping the switch.
Exclusive: Netflix's Excellent Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts Will Return for Season 2
2KGizmodo / 11h
io9 is thrilled to exclusively reveal today that Dreamworks’ Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts — the coolest dystopia around—is coming back to Netflix for a second season this summer. We also have a special look at Kipo’s coming battle with the evil (but fashionable) Scarlemagne in the first teaser. Read more...
Why Experts Doubt the Death Rate In That Recent COVID-19 Study
300+Lifehacker / 11h
There has been a lot of talk lately about a few COVID-19 studies that use antibody testing to estimate the prevalence of infection across the population. In theory, antibody tests detect evidence that a person has already had and recovered from COVID-19 , which, given the lack of available testing while people are… Read more...
Eerie Deserted Airports Will Start To See Passengers Again Very Soon
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It will be some time before we're doing very much international travel . One reason is that immunity passports aren't going to work . However as some states begin to open their economies we'll begin to see a little more travel again. Indeed we're already beginning to. Continue reading ...
Let's all learn from the 'GMA' reporter who went on air without pants
2KMashable / 11h
When working from home it's extremely tempting to wear comfortable clothes 24/7. Unlike that stiff Los Angeles Times op-ed , we are pro-sweats and pajamas all day, but one Good Morning America reporter's unfortunate pants-less video chat should serve as a cautionary tale to anyone living in loungewear. Since many people have to call into virtual video meetings throughout the week, dressing the to
Terry Crews recasts 'The Incredibles' with his own family
20Mashable / 11h
Powerhouse actor Terry Crews recasts "The Incredibles" family with his own, giving us a hilarious and heartwarming peek into his home life. Read more... More about Netflix , Mashable Video , Terry Crews , Pixar , and Brooklyn Nine Nine
Joué Play is a cheap, simple and customizable MIDI controller
77Engadget / 11h
In 2016 a little French company called Joué launched a Kickstarter campaign for a shapeshifting instrument it simply called the Joué Board . It was one of a rash of new and experimental types of MIDI controllers that embraced emerging technologies like MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) and ditched more traditional pads or keys for large pressure sensitive pads. Joué and Sensel took things a step f
'PUBG' is the latest free Stadia Pro game
Google Stadia Today88Engadget / 11h
Google announced a bunch more titles for Stadia in its latest Connect, including PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, which is available now . Stadia Pro members can snag the Pioneer Edition for free. It includes the Cold Front season pass (which opens up extra missions and rewards) and an exclusive skin set along with the base game. If you’re on Stadia’s free tier, PUBG costs $30 for the base game or
New York AG’s office questions Amazon over “inadequate” COVID-19 safety
64Ars Technica / 11h
Enlarge / Amazon employees protest over conditions at the company's Staten Island distribution facility on March 30, 2020. (credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images) New York Attorney General Letitia James hasn't been impressed with Amazon's response to the coronavirus crisis. "While we continue to investigate, the information so far available to us raises concerns that Amazon's health and safety measu
Perfect Harry Potter LEGO sets rep 'Order of the Phoenix' and 'Half-Blood Prince'
300+Mashable / 11h
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R&D Roundup: Sweat power, Earth imaging, testing ‘ghostdrivers’
Asteroid 1998 Earth92TechCrunch / 11h
I see far more research articles than I could possibly write up. This column collects the most interesting of those papers and advances, along with notes on why they may prove important in the world of tech and startups. This week: one step closer to self-powered on-skin electronics; people dressed as car seats; how to make a search engine for 3D data; and a trio of Earth imaging projects that ta
Oops: Organizer of Anti-Quarantine Protests Catches Coronavirus
6KFuturism / 11h
An administrator for an anti-quarantine Facebook group in North Carolina, a local woman named Audrey Whitlock, confirmed that she tested positive for COVID-19, local news station ABC11 reports . Whitlock, fortunately, says that she self-quarantined for the recommended 14 days after the positive test results. The news comes after North Carolina governor Roy Cooper extended stay-at-home orders in t
Zillow makes it easier to rent an apartment while social distancing
100+Engadget / 11h
Finding a new place to live could be a bigger problem than usual at the moment. Due to social distancing orders, many prospective renters are unable to tour apartments, and may be hesitant to meet landlords or real estate agents in person. Zillow hopes its tools can help bring the entire renting process online -- at least during the coronavirus pandemic. Renters can start by finding a home on one
That UFO footage is the biggest 2020 mood yet
Pentagon Navy Three300+Mashable / 11h
As if everything weren't strange enough these days, the Pentagon this week released footage of " unidentified aerial phenomena " — for the laymen, UFOs —and, predictably, the internet lost it. We'll get to that but first, check out the footage. The Navy said it released the previously leaked videos captured by fighter pilots to clear up any misconceptions about their authenticity. One of the vide
Get 50% off a coffee maker and 20% off beverages with this Keurig starter kit
Mashable / 11h
Of all the times for your personal coffee machine to crap out, the midst of a global pandemic isn't exactly, uh, ideal. Not only is your favorite local café likely closed right now, but many major retail stores are off-limits for the time being, too. So, what's a caffeine fiend to do? Luckily, Keurig recently introduced the perfect deal for anyone who needs a new coffee setup: If you head over to
How Medieval People Tried to Dance Away the Plague
300+Gizmodo / 11h
It was a warm June day in 1374 in the medieval town of Aix-Ia-Chapelle, present-day Aachen, Germany, when the dancing started. It was the holy feast of St. John the Baptist, which aligns with the pagan celebration of Midsummer during the summer solstice. Traditionally, St. John’s Day was a day of rest and worship for… Read more...
Burrow's Modular Index Wall Shelves Can Be Assembled 'In Just 15 Minutes, With Only Eight Screws'
Lifehacker / 11h
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Cleo Capital’s Sarah Kunst launches a fellowship for laid-off workers
200+TechCrunch / 11h
Sarah Kunst graduated from college in 2008 and went straight into the luxury marketing world with a job at Chanel. Then, the stock market collapsed and Kunst was laid off. It was that layoff, Kunst says, that brought her to the world of startups and eventually to founding her own firm, Cleo Capital, to invest in diverse founders. “Without the recession, I would probably still be at Chanel,” Kunst
The Escobar Phone Saga Heads to Court in Bizarre Tale of YouTube Hijacking and Fraud
23Gizmodo / 11h
What started out as an amusing case of a bizarrely-branded folding smartphone has now evolved into a legal drama. Escobar Inc, the shady phone company run by Pablo Escobar’s brother, is suing its chief operations officer for allegedly extorting the company for money and hijacking its extremely meme-worthy YouTube… Read more...
How NASA's new moon map will guide future manned missions
96Engadget / 11h
If Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin didn’t know the moon’s topography cold, the first human moon landing might have been aborted or worse. Now that NASA is planning new missions to the Moon with project Artemis , it needs the most detailed maps of our satellite ever produced. To that end, scientists from NASA, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the Lunar Planetary Institute have created
5 inspiring airline videos that remind us why travel matters
The Points Guy / 11h
Coronavirus will forever change how we relate to travel. While the world is on pause, some of us are dreaming of far-off destinations after the pandemic ends. Others simply want life to get back to something close to normal . Travel is at a standstill, but airlines are still operating to get essential people and supplies where they need to be. Visit TPG’s guide to all coronavirus news and updates
How Netflix’s Extraction engineered a 12-minute, one-shot action sequence
100+Ars Technica / 11h
Directed by Justin Wolfson, edited by Patrick Biesemans. Shot by Sam Hargrave. Transcript coming soon. When Joe Russo (of Russo brothers fame) was casting about for just the right person to direct his action thriller Extraction , he opted for a nontraditional choice: Sam Hargrave, a stunt coordinator who had been itching to try his hand at directing. Granted, it's not the first time a stunt coord
This device looks like a WiFi router, but it actually helps doctors monitor coronavirus patients remotely
29Mashable / 11h
Emerald , a wireless device that infers people's vital signs by wireless analyzing their surrounding environment, can help doctors treat COVID-19 patients from a safe distance. Developed by MIT professor Dina Katabi and her team at CSAIL, the device already in use in several hospital and assistive-care facilities in the Boston area. Read more... More about Wireless Technology , Mit , Monitoring ,
Track All the COVID-19 Drug and Vaccine Candidates With This Chart
100+Lifehacker / 11h
You’ve heard about hydroxychloroquine , but do you know about Remdesivir, Roivant, and Athersys? If you’re keeping an eye on a possible vaccine, do you know there are more than a dozen vaccine candidates that are either doing trials now or hoping to start soon? This tracker from healthcare news outlet STAT has you… Read more...
Hulu is down, it’s not just your iPhone
Hulu iPhone Apple ATSlashGear / 11h
Hulu users reported issues with the streaming video service starting early this morning in the United States and in some regions abroad. Starting at around 4AM Central Time, reports began to appear on social networks and on systems like DownDetector. Reports began to ramp up significantly at around 7AM Central Time, and persisted for at least a couple of hours … Continue reading
Experts Fear COVID-19 Will “Wreak Havoc” on Indigenous Tribes
400+Futurism / 11h
In Brazil, indigenous populations living in and around the Amazon are struggling under the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier this month, the indigenous Yanomami people suffered their first coronavirus-linked death. The community already suffers from institutionalized racism, bringing with it poor access to healthcare and economic support, Coventry University agroecologists Nina Moeller and JD Pederse
How to Use Virtual Backgrounds in Microsoft Teams
21How-To Geek / 11h
Microsoft Teams has been able to blur your background during video calls for nearly 2 years, but now you can choose a virtual background or upload your own custom backdrop. Here’s how to do it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
How to Work With JSON On the Command Line
How-To Geek / 11h
Linux has no built in way to handle JSON properly, yet many APIs will return JSON output. Here’s how to parse and use JSON data inside your shell scripts with a simple utility. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
Microsoft Surface Devices Skip Thunderbolt Ports for Security
Microsoft Thunderbolt28How-To Geek / 11h
File this under news that makes you go, “Huh.” In a leaked presentation, a Microsoft employee explained why Surface devices don’t have Thunderbolt ports—security. According to the engineer, Thunderbolt connections are just too insecure. And for that matter, Surface devices use soldered RAM in the name of safety also. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Google's brand new Pixel Buds are on sale for $125 at US Cellular
Google Pixel Buds AirPods100+Engadget / 11h
The latest version of Google’s Pixel Buds just started shipping yesterday , but US Cellular isn’t waiting to offer a discount. With the code ACCESSORY30 , customers can snag a pair of the smart, true wireless earbuds for 30 percent off. That drops the price from $179 to $125.30. Buy Pixel Buds at US Cellular - $125.30 The new Pixel Buds finally deliver true wireless. They’re more comfortable, and
Cheetah, a restaurant wholesale app that pivoted to consumers for COVID-19, nabs $36M
100+TechCrunch / 11h
A lot of restaurants have shuttered in the wake of stay-at-home guidance and government orders for non-essential businesses to close down, so a startup called Cheetah that provided a wholesale delivery service for them pivoted to selling to consumers , and now it’s raised a round of funding, both to expand its business and to help it stay the course through the novel coronavirus pandemic. Today,
Investors, startup founders in India pool $13M to fund projects that fight coronavirus
200+TechCrunch / 11h
More than 150 investors and entrepreneurs in India are funding dozens of projects in a bid to help millions better combat the COVID-19 epidemic and help the nation’s booming startup ecosystem withstand the economic devastation the pandemic has caused. The investors said they have contributed 1 billion Indian rupees — or $13 million — of their own money to the ACT Grants initiative, which was unve
Treat your mom to a KitchenAid mixer this Mother's Day
24Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: As of April 28, KitchenAid is offering huge deals, like $170 off the Professional HD™ Series 5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer , plus deals on a bunch of other mixers and their tools and attachments — just in time for Mother's Day. We've all probably heard "Come down and help me in the kitchen!" at least once in our lives. While we may not live in the same house as our parents anymore, you can
Featured Session: Restarting the Global Economy
56MIT Technology Review / 12h
Economies are in turmoil. Get the answers to the questions on everyone’s mind: What will it take to stabilize and boost regional, national, and global economies? What can business leaders do to prepare for growth? In this nearly worldwide pause, how can organizations reset, rethink, and innovate the way their business is done in order to become more resilient in the face of future threats? In thi
Hear from the CEOs of Slack and Zoom
44MIT Technology Review / 12h
Technology is changing the nature of work on every level of business, from workforce talent to digital implementation and automation. What technologies are having the most significant impact? How do we make smart, practical decisions that enhance and embrace the technologies redefining the way we work today? EmTech Next concludes with Eric Yuan, founder and CEO of Zoom, and Stewart Butterfield, c
The business of emerging technologies
44MIT Technology Review / 12h
A continuous stream of emerging technologies is radically transforming business, disrupting the technological status quo, and reinventing the way people work. On day two of EmTech Next , we’ll delve into the state of technology today and what leaders need to know now in order to prosper and thrive. Transforming 5G Communications. 5G is unlocking the potential of advanced communications, enabling
This SanDisk 32GB MicroSD Card Is Only $9
Gizmodo / 12h
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When selecting a VoIP, these 6 are your best bets
28Mashable / 12h
If you're looking for a VoIP service or you want to know exactly how one could help you, you've come to the right place. At its simplest, a VoIP (also known as Voice over Internet Protocol) is a way of making phone calls through the internet rather than having to rely on a regular landline or your cell phone. Think of it kind of like FaceTime or Skype but typically far more advanced and specializ
OnePlus Z release leak tips iPhone SE of Androids
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The OnePlus Z might be Android users’ best “new is good news” option in matching the value and price structure of the 2020 iPhone SE. A leak this week suggested that the so-called OnePlus Z would be revealed and/or released in July of 2020. This would place the device right in-line to disrupt the company’s 2019 schedule for smartphone releases, … Continue reading
Airbus and Rolls Royce E-Fan X hybrid plane gets permanently grounded
100+SlashGear / 12h
Airbus and Rolls Royce have shelved their hybrid-electric plane project, announcing that work on the E-Fan X will cease. Started back in 2017, the experimental plane was intended to explore potential ways to reduce traditional jet fuel use, by replacing one of the engines with an electric alternative. At its core, the plane was a BAe 146 flying testbed. Normally … Continue reading
Nintendo shutting down 3DS and Wii U eShops in 42 countries
Nintendo 3DS 42 Account39SlashGear / 12h
The Switch has been Nintendo’s star platform for more than three years at this point, which means that other machines like the 3DS and the Wii U have been largely put to the side. In the case of the Wii U, that comes as little shock – under-performing in every sense of the phrase, Nintendo discontinued the Wii U at … Continue reading
Your monitor is lying to you
68Engadget / 12h
Picking the right monitor can be a real challenge. If you’re building a computer, something like a hard drive is pretty easy to understand, you have to worry about different interfaces or form factors, but specs like storage space or transfer speed are pretty reliable, and comparable. That is to say, if you bought two hard drives advertising a terabyte of storage, it would be a real surprise if o
Southwest Airlines Reports First Quarter Loss
49One Mile at a Time / 12h
In the past several days we’ve seen both Delta Air Lines and United Airlines report first quarter losses (of ~$534 million and ~$2.1 billion, respectively). Now Southwest Airlines has reported their results for the quarter. Southwest reports $94 million first quarter loss Southwest Airlines has reported a $94 million loss for the first quarter of 2020, or a $77 million loss when excluding special
UPS, CVS to use drones to deliver prescriptions to retirement community
UPS Drone Cvs Florida20Mashable / 12h
UPS and CVS are flying their drones to Florida, where the country's largest retirement community will soon receive prescription medicine deliveries via Matternet's M2 UAV. During this global health crisis, the United Parcel Service's Flight Forward (UPSFF) subsidiary aims to distribute time- and temperature-sensitive drugs while following social distancing efforts and protecting healthcare worker
Create a Pandemic Time Capsule With Your Kids
Asteroid 1998 Earth100+Lifehacker / 12h
Our family wall calendar for the month of March is a wee bit haunting. While we each have our own systems for tracking personal appointments or assignments, the calendar that hangs in our kitchen is the way we keep track of the things all three of us need to know. Soccer practices and basketball games. Out-of-town… Read more...
Instagram now allows users to fundraise for nonprofits while live streaming
Instagram Facebook200+TechCrunch / 12h
Instagram is today launching a new way for users to fundraise for nonprofits via Instagram Live, amid the coronavirus pandemic. While the company had already offered Donation Stickers for the use in Stories, the new Live Donations feature will allow anyone to create fundraisers while live streaming, either alone or with others for a sort of virtual telethon experience. The feature arrives only a
Spark fast follows with a $25M Series B round into customer success platform Catalyst
100+TechCrunch / 12h
The world has been turned upside down the past few weeks, but one lesson of business remains as important as ever: treating your customers well is the best avenue to future business strength, particularly at a moment of extreme stress. As businesses come to terms with the economic crisis underway, executives are moving resources from customer acquisition to customer retention — and that’s proving
These Gene-Hacked Glowing Plants Look Incredible
500+Futurism / 12h
A team of Russian scientists have gene-hacked two species of the tobacco plant to emit a visible glow — around the clock, for the entire duration of their life cycle. A stunning video shows off the science fiction-like effect. Scientists have coaxed other plants to glow by injecting them with chemicals — but these new plants exhibit bioluminescence without such intervention, as ScienceAlert point
The Theragun and Hypervolt couldn't have gone on sale at a better time
21Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Theragun and Hyperice Hypervolt percussive massage guns are on sale at Best Buy. As of April 28, you can save $150 on the G3Pro and $50 on the Hypervolt . Everyone's coronavirus and social distancing experiences are different, but there's one overarching feeling that has permeated the country: stress. (Talkspace has seen a 25 percent spike in sign-ups since all of this started.) But it doe
How the $400 iPhone SE's Camera Stacks Up Against Apple's Priciest Phone
Apple 2020 iPhone 1135Gizmodo / 12h
The new second-gen iPhone SE is the cheapest iPhone you can buy, which means you have to make a few sacrifices, particularly when it comes to the cameras. Read more...
Terry Pratchett’s Discworld Will Get Even More Adaptations Thanks to Massive New Deal
1KGizmodo / 12h
While the BBC is already gearing up to bring Terry Pratchett’s The Watch to the small screen in an interesting looking live-action series , a new deal points to a future in which we’re going to be seeing a whole lot more of Discworld. Read more...
Oprah and Facebook team up to host a virtual graduation ceremony
Facebook Bowman Zuckerberg300+Engadget / 12h
With the end of the school year quickly approaching and no foreseeable end to the coronavirus pandemic, Facebook has teamed up with Oprah Winfrey to host a special online graduation ceremony for high schools and college students across the US. The event, which will acknowledge schools and colleges state by state, is scheduled to start at 2PM ET on May 15th. Besides Oprah, they’ll be other celebri
ABC News Reporter Caught With His Pants Down During TV Segment From Home
2KGizmodo / 12h
ABC News reporter Will Reeve gave a report on the future of pharmacies from his home on Tuesday morning, as so many TV journalists are being forced to do during the coronavirus pandemic. And Reeve was truly living the dream, based on photos that are now going viral on Twitter. Read more...
Navigating change as a leader
44MIT Technology Review / 12h
Times of crisis require leadership and strategy to navigate the path forward. Day one of EmTech Next digs into topics including: Innovation and Leadership in a Time of Crisis . If innovation is the fuel that drives business, then what is the formula for innovation? In this segment, we will explore how smart leaders develop, adopt, and fund the efforts to foster disruptive technologies. Creating a
Technology changes everything
48MIT Technology Review / 12h
We are living in a changed world. Technology and what it means to be digitally resilient are driving the nature of work on every level of the organization as never before. Your key to success as a leader will be making smart, practical decisions about enhancing the technology you use today and embracing the technology poised to restart business. Join us June 8-10 for EmTech Next , MIT Technology
In surprise choice, Zoom hitches wagon to Oracle for growing infrastructure needs
200+TechCrunch / 12h
With the company growing in leaps and bounds, Zoom went shopping for a cloud infrastructure vendor to help it with its growing scale problem. In a surprising choice, the company went with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Zoom has become the go-to video conferencing service as much of the world has shut down due to the pandemic, and life needs to go on somehow. It has gone on via video conferencing wi
Geek Trivia: What Was The Internet Originally Called?
How-To Geek / 12h
The Intergalactic Computer Network NetworkOne ARPANET Meganet Think You Know the Answer?
How to buy a monitor in 2020
200+Engadget / 12h
It’s a confusing time to buy a monitor. Folks take it for granted that their TV is going to come with features like 4K and HDR, but that’s not at all the case for monitors. Models vary widely by features and price, so you have to make some important decisions. For instance, are you using a monitor for content creation, entertainment or business? Do you need millions or billions of colors? Is HDR
Tuesday's Best Deals: PlayStation Plus 1-Year Membership, Macy's Fine Jewelry, Gooloo 4000A Jump Starter, RAVPower 10W Wireless Charger, and More
36Gizmodo / 12h
A 1-Year PlayStation Plus membership , a Macy’s fine jewelry sale , a Gooloo 4000A jump starter , a RAVPower 10W wireless charger kick off Tuesday’s best deals. Read more...
How to Be Creative Right Now, With Jerry Saltz
44Lifehacker / 12h
Does physical distancing have you feeling the blahs? We’re reviving our creative instincts this week with help from Jerry Saltz, New York Magazine’s senior art critic and author of the New York Times bestseller How to Be An Artist . Hear Jerry talk about his secrets to finding inspiration in these isolating times, as… Read more...
How to Copy or Move Files and Folders on Windows 10
33How-To Geek / 12h
Windows offers many ways to copy and move files. We’ll show you all the tricks for File Explorer, and how to use them in Command Prompt and PowerShell. You can even add “Copy to” and “Move to” to File Explorer’s context menus. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Withings Says Its New Mat Can Identify Sleep Apnea with Medical Precision
20How-To Geek / 12h
Withings, maker of hybrid smartwatches, scales, and blood pressure monitors, also makes sleep tracking gadgets. Its latest mat, creatively christened the Sleep Analyzer, is focusing on the common condition of sleep apnea. Withings says that the gadget can detect the irregular sleeping pattern with enough precision for a medical diagnosis, citing trial studies in European hospitals. Read This Arti
Reduce Your Website’s Size With Gzip and Deflate Compression
How-To Geek / 12h
Your website’s speed is important, as a faster website will dramatically decrease your bounce rate. Compressing your files on the server side is an easy way to reduce the size of your website, which speeds up loading. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
How to Transfer File Permissions with PowerShell
How-To Geek / 12h
Maintaining file share permissions across servers can be a major challenge but by using PowerShell, we can automate this process allowing you to go home early. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
ICYDK: Windows Can Play App Audio on Different Speakers and Headphones at Once
38How-To Geek / 12h
Imagine that you want to listen to a YouTube video, but your significant other/child/dog wants to hear Spotify, and all you’ve got at the moment is a Windows laptop between you. You can actually send the audio from Chrome to your headphones and the Spotify music to the speakers at the same time. It’s really cool! Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Celonis pushes beyond process mining into automated workflow tooling
70TechCrunch / 12h
Celonis has made its name as a process discovery company, helping companies understand the way work flows through its systems to expose inefficiencies, but up until now the company has left it to others to solve those problems. Today it announced the first products that help companies improve those workflows automatically. Alexander Rinke, founder and CEO at Celonis, says customers have been aski
Tecton.ai emerges from stealth with $20M Series A to build machine learning platform
200+TechCrunch / 12h
Three former Uber engineers, who helped build the company’s Michelangelo machine learning platform , left the company last year to form Tecton.ai and build an operational machine learning platform for everyone else. Today the company announced a $20 million Series A from a couple of high-profile investors. Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia Capital co-led the round with Martin Casado, general partne
Track your fitness with the Galaxy Watch Active — it's $80 off
28Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: As of April 28, the health-tracking Samsung Galaxy Watch Active is $80 off at Best Buy. Unfortunately, most gyms are closed right now. It's for a good reason, but it totally throws a wrench in the fitness routines of people across the world. The good news is, though, that you can still lead a healthy life even without hitting the treadmill at your nearest Planet Fitness on the daily. You c
16 Tools to Block Out Online Distractions When Working From Home
84Gizmodo / 12h
Working from home has its advantages, but one of the problems is the increased number of distractions—not only is it more likely that your brain will wander on to something else (Netflix, the leak in the shower, whatever your
