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London cabs will provide free transport for patients with coronavirus
100+Mashable / 1h
London Black Cabs will transport patients with the new coronavirus symptoms who require assessment for other non-urgent health conditions to their local doctor. The service will be free of charge for patients thanks to a partnership between the National Health Service (NHS) in South East London and taxi platform Gett. The cabs being used for NHS purposes won't be available to the general public.
Gears 5 is free on Steam for people who want something to do in lockdown at Easter
56TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
If you’ve not played Gears 5 , and you were thinking it might be a rather dull Easter weekend due to the coronavirus lockdown, then think again – because the game is free to PC gamers for a limited time. In fact, Gears 5 is free to grab right now on Steam (or indeed the Microsoft Store if you prefer), and you can play as much as you want for the next five days, through until Sunday, April 12. So
iPhone 12 leak points to smaller notch and Home screen widgets
SlashGear / 1h
While Apple is quite famous for its obsession with design and detail, some have begun to doubt its ability to continue that legacy in a post-Jobs, post-Ive world. The company has definitely made some rather unpopular decisions, even after those have been copied and popularized by its rivals. The large notch on the iPhone X and its successors is one … Continue reading
The Morning After: Sony unveiled the PS5's DualSense controller
44Engadget / 14min
Thanks for all your feedback on this newsletter’s makeover. We’ve refined a few design elements, but you also told us there are some bugs if you’re using Outlook to read the daily email. We’re working to fix that as soon as possible. Now, on to today’s news. Lego’s collaboration with Nintendo on a set of Super Mario figures and ‘levels’ sounds really intriguing. It also sounds really expensive. T
Mazda MX-30 EV is reviving the rotary engine as a power generator
SlashGear / 18min
It doesn’t seem like it now, but the words ‘Mazda’ and ‘rotary’ go hand-in-hand like roast beef and mashed potatoes. And in recent news, Mazda could give the upcoming MX-30 electric vehicle a rotary generator, harking the return of Mazda’s famed rotary powerplant. Although this time, the rotary engine will be smaller, lighter, and more compact, and it’ll function primarily … Continue reading
Zoom banned for official use in Taiwan
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 18min
Taiwan’s government has asked all its agencies to avoid using Zoom due to a number of security and privacy concerns. Amid the coronavirus-led lockdowns, Zoom and other teleconferencing apps have experienced a spike in usage as schools, hospitals and even government and private offices use them for virtual meetings. However, the company has faced severe backlash after reports surfaced of traffic b
The world's largest selection of audiobooks is on sale for under £1
Mashable / 27min
TL;DR: A three-month subscription to Audible is on sale for £0.99, saving you over £20 on list price. Amazon is really delivering on the deals at the moment, and has just released another impressive offer on its digital services. Following in the footsteps of the Kindle Unlimited offer that launched on April 1, Amazon has now dropped a big discount on Audible. Until April 21, you can sign up for
Uber for Business expands its corporate Eats delivery feature to 20 more countries
TechCrunch / 30min
Uber for Business, a platform designed for corporate customers, is expanding its food delivery Eats product to more than 20 countries this year, in response to a surge in demand as more employees work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. The expansion kicks off Wednesday, starting with Brazil, Canada, France and the UK. The ride-hailing company launched Business for Uber in 2014 to give compan
Alaska & American Improve Reciprocal Mileage Earning
65One Mile at a Time / 31min
Several weeks ago it was announced that Alaska Airlines would be joining the oneworld alliance , and as part of that they’re also strengthening ties with American Airlines once again. As of April 1 that partnership was improved. This is an update to that post, as it’s now possible for AAdvantage members to earn elite qualifying miles on all Alaska flights, which (oddly) wasn’t possible with the i
A $100 Singapore stopover and a second vacation — reader success story
The Points Guy / 36min
Today I want to share a story from TPG reader Anirudh , whose creativity saved him tens of thousands of miles while also setting up a second vacation: A few years ago, I was gearing up to make a KrisFlyer redemption on Singapore Airlines business class for a solo holiday to Germany at a round-trip cost of 170,000 miles plus taxes from Singapore, until I discovered that I’d be on the waitlist for
WeWork sues SoftBank for breach of contract
WeWork Sues SoftBank32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 40min
Co-working real estate firm WeWork is suing SoftBank and its Vision Fund for breach of contract, after the Japanese conglomerate withdrew from a deal that would have seen it become majority shareholder. SoftBank announced last week it would retract its $3 billion tender offer, agreed as part of a rescue package designed to prevent WeWork becoming insolvent after a catastrophic IPO saw the firm’s
Get the mostly sold out Nintendo Switch with this £23/pm Huawei P Smart deal
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 40min
With the entirety of the UK trying to ease lockdown boredom, the Nintendo Switch has gone from popular to so desirable that every retailer repeatedly sells out when new stock comes in. That now means the console is extremely difficult to get your hands on. But for those who just so happen to also need a new phone right now, there is a simple way to get your hands on one. With Virgin Mobile, you c
The Unbearable Lightness of Animal Crossing
48Wired / 41min
Many years before the rise of walking-paced exploration games, *Animal Crossing* captured the lovely melancholy of pointless perambulation.
New iPhones Should Be Here Soon. Will People Buy Them?
60Wired / 41min
We’re on the precipice of a downturn in consumer spending, and the mobile device market may take a very big hit.
Gig Workers' New Unemployment Benefits Won't Come Quickly
57Wired / 41min
The $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill makes contractors eligible for unemployment insurance. But states want pay stubs that ride-hail drivers don't have.
In Italy, the TV Show Big Brother Is Now Everyone's Reality
56Wired / 41min
Contestants on Italy's version of Big Brother had a jump-start on life under quarantine. Now they return to a world both familiar and alien.
Discord wants to clean up and support its massive bot community
53Engadget / 44min
Born of a jokey airhorn feature first launched back in 2016, bots on Discord have since flourished into an integral part of the platform’s experience. More than three million bots have been created to date, from those that help you run a full on D&D campaign, to those that help you record podcasts or listen to music together. Now, Discord is going to start taking them seriously, and plans to laun
Surface Duo camera sample casts doubt on photography prowess
SlashGear / 44min
We have yet to see foldable phones, the one with single foldable screens, reach their full potential but they aren’t the only novel devices consumers have been teased with. While not as revolutionary in terms of novel technology, dual-screen devices like the LG V60 ThinQ and especially the upcoming Microsoft Surface Duo offer a different solution to a slightly similar … Continue reading
Lena Headey parodies home beauty tutorials with some 'tips' of her own
35Mashable / 50min
Just because you're barely leaving the house at the moment , doesn't mean you can't look your best. On Tuesday, with the UK currently under government lockdown to quell the spread of the coronavirus , British Game of Thrones star Lena Heady took to Instagram to share some DIY beauty 'tips' for those staying indoors — and it goes without saying do not try these at home. Royally flipping the bird t
Xbox Series X launch could be online only – here's why that's for the best
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The Xbox Series X release date is fast approaching, but with Covid-19 seeing basically any mass-gathering events canceled for the foreseeable future, questions have been raised about whether Microsoft will hold a physical launch event as it has in the past. In short: it's not looking likely. Earlier this week, a tweet circulated that stated Microsoft will be transitioning "all external and intern
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14—Ryzen 7nm mobile is here, and it’s awesome
Intel AMD Dell Two20Ars Technica / 54min
In this shot, the G14 is running the challenging Superposition GPU benchmark—and its onboard GTX 2060 Max-Q is making light work of it. [credit: Jim Salter ] We've been excited about getting our hands on AMD's 7nm laptop parts for a long time now—even before visiting AMD's campus in Austin last month for a sneak preview . Originally, we were supposed to come home from AMD with a laptop in hand to
How to Protect and Restore Your Smartphone’s Oleophobic Coating
How-To Geek / 59min
Your smartphone and other touch devices have a layer called an “oleophobic coating.” No matter how carefully you try to protect this, it wears away over time. Fortunately, you can restore it and make the touch screen feel like new again. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Samsung readying Apple iPad Pro competitors with bigger screens
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There are almost no high-end options on the Android tablet marketplace if you’re looking for 11+ inch displays. New reports coming in suggest that Samsung could change that by introducing 11-inch and 12.4-inch screens. Apple is Samsung’s chief rival in the tablet space, and it’s also understandable why the Korean conglomerate is planning on these bigger displays. Currently, Apple’s iPad Pro line
Scientists ponder how jugglers seem to defy limits to human reaction times
28Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge / Scientists have long been fascinated with the math and mechanics of juggling. (credit: Todd Davidson PTY LTD/Getty Images ) The fastest expert jugglers can make nearly 500 catches per minute, which translates into just 120 miliseconds per catch—faster than human reaction times even in high-speed sports like tennis, in which a player typically takes 200 milliseconds to adjust their perfo
Want to help fight Covid-19? Your phone can support research while you sleep
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Looking for a way you can help contribute to fighting the Covid-19 pandemic? An app from UK network Vodafone is now helping contribute to research into the coronavirus, and your phone can help out. The Vodafone Foundation is working with doctors and researchers at Imperial College London to speed up Covid-19 research with its existing DreamLab app . The Vodafone Foundation first launched its Drea
Flight deals to Hawaii from $119 available into late 2020
The Points Guy / 1h
Dreaming of the future trips we hope to one day take is part of my family’s strategy for coping with the COVID-19-imposed lockdown. High on our list of vacations we plan to take when the world reopens is a return trip to Hawaii. We loved it before this current phase of life we are all in, and we can’t wait to visit it again when this is all over. Of course, now is not the time for leisure travel.
BT 'pulls out' of £264m BT Ireland sale
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BT has reportedly reversed a decision to sell its Irish business to a private equity firm, seven months after entering into exclusive negotiations with a potential buyer. The Times reports that BT has had a change of heart over the €300 million deal with Mayfair Equity Partners and its intentions are now unclear. The paper says this is the third time BT has attempted to sale BT Ireland and it was
ExpressVPN is all about speed and security
24Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: A 15-month subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $6.67 per month as of April 8, saving you 49% on list price. First and foremost, a VPN should safeguard your data and identity, but there's a lot more you should consider. Yes, security is key, but connection speed is also important. It's all about finding a service that offers the best of both worlds, and ExpressVPN is a good example of
It’s not surprising tigers at the zoo got coronavirus
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In the epicenter of the United States' coronavirus outbreak, even the lions and tigers started coughing. On Sunday, the Bronx Zoo announced that one of its majestic Malayan tigers tested positive for COVID-19 , the respiratory disease caused by the new coronavirus . Meanwhile, three other tigers and three lions (who were not tested) were also sick and hacking. The zoo said an infected zookeeper t
Apple commits to making one million face shields every week
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In a video posted to Twitter, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced a company-wide effort to "produce and ship face shields for health workers." Apple has further pledged to ship one million face shields every week. Read more... More about Apple , Tim Cook , Coronavirus , Face Shields , and Tech
Fintech firms join forces to create hardware-free mPOS for Android handsets
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A syndicate of fintech businesses have joined forces in a bid to shake up the POS marketplace. The collaboration wants to develop a hardware-free mPOS system that converts Android mobile devices into contactless payment terminals. German fintech firms Rubean, CCV Group, Intertrust and Riscure have been developing the PhonePOS idea with a view to bringing the convenience of card acceptance to so-c
Twitch clears up its confusing nudity and attire guidelines
43Engadget / 1h
When Twitch unveiled its new community guidelines around sexual material last year, the rules around attire were very vague . That resulted in streamers, including ExoHydraX , receiving bans for what they considered to be inconsistently applied rules. Now, Twitch has released new “nudity and attire” guidelines that clarify more precisely what is allowed in streams. While Twitch has banned streame
Huawei teases its first 65-inch OLED TV – but will it be its last?
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Huawei is set to join the likes of Sony, LG, Panasonic and Philips in releasing its first-ever OLED TV to the public. The Chinese electronics manufacturer teased two images of the Huawei Smart TV X65, revealing the 65-inch size and a number of other technical specifications for the OLED display. We now know that the set will feature a 24MP pop-up camera, for instance – like the Huawei Vision 4K T
WhatsApp is finally getting two important features it's been missing since day one
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The latest beta version of WhatsApp gives us an intriguing look into the future, with three new features to look forward to. So, what's in store? Advanced search, password-protected backups are the two key features on the way, plus automatic download rules. For now, there's only evidence that these features are in the pipeline for Android users, while in iOS Advanced Search is already available i
Windows 10 can actually run on a tiny amount of RAM – just 192MB
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Windows 10 will run on a vanishingly small amount of system RAM, if you engage in some trickery, and don’t mind that the operating system isn’t actually usable running in this state. So, this really comes under the bracket of a fun experiment, as opposed to anything which is realistically useful – but it’s definitely interesting to see how low the RAM requirement can go while still actually getti
Now is the worst time to buy internet-connected sex toys, but there are alternatives
Mashable / 2h
In the age of coronavirus, masturbating is akin to a public service: You stay inside, get all the health benefits of an orgasm , and stave off the urge to break social distancing for some lovin'. That's why the recent spike in sex toy sales as COVID-19 , the diseased caused by the coronavirus, spreads is something to celebrate. In the now-iconic words of the New York Health Department , during th
Amazon has slashed a huge £350 off these 512GB storage Samsung phone deals
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Yes, Samsung Galaxy S20 deals are now here and while there is no doubt they are some amazing phones, they are also generally extremely expensive. Luckily, if you're willing to go for an earlier model, Amazon has some bargains available to you. With two of Samsung's best 2019 devices - the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus and S10 Plus - Amazon has slashed the prices by £350, giving them a massively red
How WhatsApp is tackling the spread of fake news during COVID-19
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WhatsApp has gone on to become the texting app of choice for billions around the world. With so many using it as their primary source of information exchange, it comes as no surprise that there is a fair amount of fake news that gets propagated by the app. Such instances are not rare for any social platform, but during a global pandemic like the one we are going through right now, misinformation
The future of work is here - so are modern threat vectors
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The way we work is constantly evolving and we often talk about enabling the ‘future of work’ with a forward-thinking approach, and while this is correct, does it mean we are guilty of missing the here and now? Modern work takes place outside the traditional network perimeter in a mobile-cloud environment, and the modern workplace itself consists of a number of different connected devices. Cybercr
Forest fires increase radiation levels at Chernobyl
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China, US and Russia are frequent targets for Covid-19 related phishing attacks
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Rise in zero-day exploitations in 2019 in Middle East compared to three years ago Be vigilant when working from home and don't fall prey to ransomware attacks Can a company move to cloud without losing visibility and control over their security posture? Challenges and opportunities posed by Covid-19 on enterprises and remote work China, the US and Russia have been the frequent targets for Covid-1
Jimmy Fallon's daughter adorably interrupts interview to report she's lost a tooth
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With much of the world on lockdown and children home from school, interruption-free Zoom meetings seem to be an increasing rarity for parents. Just ask Jimmy Fallon. During Tuesday's edition of The Tonight Show he's mid-way through interviewing quarterback Russell Wilson and singer Ciara, when his daughter bursts in to tell him she's lost a tooth. As interruptions go, you can't get much cuter tha
New Windows 10 Start menu gets shown off on Twitter – with a controversial change
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We know that Microsoft is looking to redesign the iconic Start menu in Windows 10 , and now the company has given us our best look yet thanks to a video on Twitter. Posted by the Microsoft Design account, the short video shows how the Start menu, an integral part of the operating system since Windows 95, has evolved over the years. These are the best 17-inch laptops How to use Windows 10 We solve
Google bans 5G coronavirus conspiracy theory ads
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Google has announced a crackdown on adverts around misguided conspiracy theories concerning a link between coronavirus and 5G networks . The search giant has said it will be banning advertising on search terms and keywords that relate to “misleading health claims” surrounding 5G and coronavirus. The news follows a number of attacks by conspiracy theorists on 5G masts across the UK, despite repeat
Want to Be Better at Sports? Listen to the Machines
68NYT > Technology / 2h
The pattern-recognizing power of machine learning is affecting players, teams, sports medicine and even betting.
A.I. Is Helping Scientists Understand an Ocean’s Worth of Data
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Machine-learning applications are proving to be especially useful to the scientific community studying the planet’s largest bodies of water.
Toward Computers That Teach Themselves
56NYT > Technology / 2h
Scientists are exploring approaches that would help machines develop their own sort of common sense.
Thanks to A.I., Machines Get a Taste for the Right Kinds of Food
60NYT > Technology / 2h
Machines are being trained to consider food the way a cook might, with attention to variations in shape and seasonality and qualities like sweetness or texture.
You Can’t Spell Creative Without A.I.
100+NYT > Technology / 2h
Advances in software applications that process human language lie at the heart of the debate over whether computer technologies will enhance or even substitute for human creativity.
Artists Explore A.I., With Some Deep Unease
32NYT > Technology / 2h
Coming shows involve artificial intelligence, but underlying them is a concern: “What are we unleashing?”
College Is Hard. Iggy, Pounce, Cowboy Joe and Sunny are Here to Help.
44NYT > Technology / 2h
Schools are elevating the use of chatbots and virtual assistants whose speed and tone can simulate text conversation.
In the Battle Against the Machines, She’s Holding Her Ground
88NYT > Technology / 2h
Ellie Leonard’s transcription business has thrived, despite the arrival of automated services and advancing A.I. technology.
Aspiring developer? Get schooled in Python with this online class sale.
20Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Jump into the programming world with with this Python course aimed at : The Ultimate aspiring developer for $49.99, a 92% savings as of April 8. For nearly a decade, JavaScript has remained the pinnacle of the programming world, with Java coming in as a close runner-up. It's pretty much remained that way since 2012 when the analysts at Red Monk started ranking the world's most-used coding
Need a second monitor? This gadget will turn your tablet into one.
20Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Increase productivity with the Mountie Plus for $31.99, an 8% savings as of April 8. Switching to a remote office setup can be both a gift and a curse. It's great because you get a break from your long commute and can maybe score the occasional extra few minutes of sleep. But it can be frustrating when you don't have the gear and amenities you typically enjoy in the office. No Thirsty Thur
Want to create professional videos at home? Here are the tools you need.
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get help creating videos at home with the iRig Video Creator Tool Bundle for $89.99, a 10% savings as of April 8. All this self-isolating has turned practically everyone into a wannabe TikTok star, YouTube star, or Instagram vlogger overnight. It makes sense, though. There are too many people with too much time on their hands, and making videos is flat out fun. Making your dog dance on Tik
Self employed? This app makes managing invoices a breeze.
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: As of April 8, you can get a subscription to the Fiskl Mobile Invoicing app for up to 91% off. Freelancing has quickly become a popular career alternative, with many folks turning to the work-from-home lifestyle to bring in some extra dough during these difficult times. Whether that means doing some graphic design or copywriting work on the side or selling custom T-shirts or homemade masks
Buffy comforter review: Fluffy hotel bed energy, but more eco-friendly
Mashable / 2h
I've never really seen my bed as a sanctuary because I've never been in love with my bedding. That probably makes me a bad Taurus. Despite the fact that I've never been a person who falls asleep easily, my sleeping preferences aren't finicky. My toes need to be cool and I need to be covered from chin to toe, even if it's a hot summer night. (Everyone knows that sleeping with no cover isn't an opt
Beware the 'unkillable' Android malware lurking in third-party app stores
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Security experts are warning Android users about a particularly nasty strain of malware that's almost impossible to remove. Researcher Igor Golovin from Kaspersky has written a blog post explaining how the xHelper malware uses a system of nested programs, not unlike a Russian matryoshka doll, that makes it incredibly stubborn. We've rounded up the best free, safe apps for Android These are the be
E3 2020 now totally cancelled as plans for online event fall through
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The final nail has been hammered into the coffin of E3 2020 . With the physical annual gaming showcase event, set to be held June, cancelled due to the ongoing pandemic, organisers at the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) have now pulled the plug on plans for an online alternative, too. The reasoning? It seems with so many developers and publishers planning to hold their own online livestr
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 could have a bigger screen, to rival the iPad Pro
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Samsung could have a new flagship tablet in the works and it looks like the company could be making some changes, to help it better compete with the iPad Pro 2020 range. According to SamMobile , two different sizes are in the works for the slate, which is likely to be called the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7. Those sizes are 11-inch and 12.4-inch, both of which are larger than the 10.5-inch size that the
Mobile website builder Universe raises $10 million from Google
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Universe, a startup that offers a mobile-based website builder, has secured $10 million in Series A funding from Google Ventures. The company started as a mobile-first landing page builder to help digital natives quickly build a website which can then be added to their profile on social media sites. Its modular builder utilises drag-and-drop blocks to add images, videos and content to create a mo
The world’s first digital human skeleton has been built
Popular Mechanics / 2h
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Xbox Game Bar's new widgets link to apps like XSplit
73Engadget / 3h
Last year Microsoft added a Spotify integration to its Xbox Game Bar on the PC, and now it will be able to offer far more third-party support. That’s because it has introduced a new Game Bar Widget Store, as well as an SDK for outside developers to plug their apps into the gaming experience on Windows. Love is in the air. Your Xbox and PC are ready to take their relationship to the next level. Ne
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 might sport a similar design to the Huawei P40 Pro
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
When the Huawei P40 Pro was announced it became the first phone to have a screen that curved at the top and bottom of the device as well as the sides, and it looks the the anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note 20 could do exactly the same thing. This is according to a Samsung smartphone patent found by LetsGoDigital , which shows a phone with a screen that curves on all four of its edges. Previous Sams
Rakuten Mobile’s low-cost data plan fully launches in Japan
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Rakuten Mobile announced the full commercial launch of its low-cost data plan in Japan today. Priced at 2,980 yen (about $27) per month, the plan gives users unlimited calls and data where Rakuten has its own networks. The company also raised the amount of domestic roaming data in response to increased usage of remote working and online education tools. Earlier this week, Prime Minister Shinzo Ab
Phos, the UK fintech that offers a software-only POS for smartphones, raises €1.3M
100+TechCrunch / 3h
Phos , the U.K. fintech that offers a software-only PoS so that merchants can accept payments directly on their phones without the need for additional hardware, has raised €1.3 million in funding. The round was led by New Vision 3, an early-stage VC based in Bulgaria (where a part of the Phos team is based), with participation from a number of unnamed angel investors. It brings the total raised b
Tesla to cut salaries, furlough staff amid coronavirus pandemic
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Tesla has announced pay cuts and furloughs for some of its employees amid the coronavirus pandemic, which forced the company to shut down some of its factories. This is according to an email to employees, seen by Electrek , singed by Tesla's HR chief Valerie Capers Workman. The email explains that all employees who can work from home, or those who are assigned critical roles, will take a pay cut
OPPO's first wireless charger, AirVOOC gets a green signal at WPC
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
When it comes to mobile fast charging technology, OPPO has consistently been the market leader. However, the Chinese OEM has not yet introduced its fast wireless charging technology. That’s about to change as a new AirVOOC wireless charger has been spotted at the Wireless Power Consortium. OPPO is working on a second flagship phone called the OPPO Ace 2, the successor of last year’s Reno Ace. Rum
Google releases Chrome 81 with 'app badging' for subtle notifications
100+Engadget / 4h
The stable version of Chrome 81 has arrived for Windows, Mac and Linux after a couple of weeks of delay brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. As ZDNet notes, Google had to move some of the features it was supposed to ship with to future versions, but it still comes with a few notable updates. The updated Chrome enables a feature called “app icon badging,” which allows apps and websites to no
Dis-chem begin drive-through COVID-19 testing
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Bottles app re-engineered for PnP food delivery
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16-year-old student 3D prints face shields
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How to re-watch PE with Joe Wicks' on Wednesday April 8
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PE with Joe Wicks has now ended, but luckily you can find the video embedded below to get your fix of Wicks and start bouncing around no what time of day it is. Today's session was a double run through of 10 exercises, but - as ever - Wicks' workouts are offered in a way that those who aren't as mobile are able to partake and still get some decent exercise. (Also the music has returned in the bac
The data dilemma: changing the privacy landscape post pandemic
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The ongoing pandemic is upending life for many of us. Its ultimate impact – beyond lives tragically cut short, jobs lost, and savings decimated – will take some time to understand. Data analytics is playing a critical part in the battle against the pandemic and its role is set to grow further as we adjust to these unprecedented circumstances. However, as we see the benefits of big data insights,
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Best soundbars in Australia 2020: enhance your TV shows, movies, games and music
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
One of the best soundbars from this list will make a huge difference to the audio within your home. That’s why a top-quality soundbar is an important investment for any home cinema enthusiast. You can use it on its own or as part of an immersive 5.1 speaker system that forms the immersive home theatre system of your dreams. TV displays are getting slimmer and slimmer. Although this means they loo
MyBuddy.ai, a virtual tutor for kids learning English, raises $1 million seed round
100+TechCrunch / 5h
MyBuddy.ai , a startup that develops virtual tools to help kids learn English, announced today that it has raised $1 million in seed funding from LETA Capital. The capital will be used to expand into new markets and develop new features including mini-classes about health. The San Francisco-based company’s app features a AI-based virtual tutor called Buddy who coaches kids through a series of exe
What's on TV this week: 'Final Fantasy VII Remake'
75Engadget / 5h
This week brings the first home release of a major movie at the same time that it premieres in theaters (or, would if they were open), with Trolls World Tour available via video on-demand services for $20 . If that’s not your speed, then Cats is available (presumably with all the special effects patches already installed ) but only in 1080p. On TV, Insecure and Killing Eve both return to kick off
Save AU$150 and escape the lockdown this long weekend with the HTC Vive Cosmos
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
If you’re stuck inside and craving the outside world, the HTC Vive Cosmos can transport you to the great outdoors without you ever having to leave your living room. With this virtual reality headset, you can dive into your creative space, immerse yourself in exciting worlds (like Half-Life: Alyx’s dystopian City 17), find new ways to learn and even stay active. The Microsoft Store is currently of
Firefox Search Bar gets an upgrade in version 75
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We do a lot of things on the Internet and, these days, we do a whole lot more. For many people, that basically means communicating with others and browsing the Web. While the web browser itself has become the home for much of that, one part of it has actually become the unsung hero of the Web experience. That’s why … Continue reading
Twitter's quarantine house meme is full of terrible roommates and hard choices
82Mashable / 6h
The coronavirus pandemic has forced everyone to hole up at home for weeks now, and cabin fever is sweeping the globe. Millions are climbing the walls, wistfully reminiscing about last year and wishing they were anywhere but where they are. Being confined to your home for weeks on end tends to do a number on your mental health. However, a new Twitter meme reminds us that, for those whose homes are
Tesla to cut salaries, furlough workers as COVID-19 shutdowns expected to last until May 4
Tesla Sentry Mode Musk100+TechCrunch / 7h
Tesla will suspend production at its U.S. factories until at least May 4 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting the company to cut pay for salaried employees between 10% and 30% and furlough workers, according to an internal email sent Tuesday night and viewed by TechCrunch. Pay cuts for salaried employees — which ranges from 30% for vice presidents, 20% for director-level executives and 10% for
OnePlus 8 to gain the most requested feature of OnePlus phones
OnePlus 8 Wireless48TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Take a look at our reviews for the OnePlus 6T , OnePlus 7T , OnePlus 7T Pro ; what do they all have in common? The answer is that one of the negatives we've listed for all three is the lack of wireless charging – well, we know for a fact now that the OnePlus 8 won't fall into this trap too, as it's definitely going to have the useful feature. This news comes from OnePlus itself, which has been dr
Facebook Gaming Tournaments let people Play Apart Together competitively
Facebook Gaming LaunchesSlashGear / 7h
Next to streaming, the gaming market has experienced a sudden surge of activity and sales thanks to people being cooped up at home. But contrary to stereotypes, many gamers have social inclinations, sometimes even a competitive bent. E-sports isn’t the only way gamers can pit their skills against one another and Facebook is introducing one more to the mix with … Continue reading
Google's new Chrome OS touch gestures make navigation easier
200+Engadget / 8h
Chromebooks’ touch capabilities are getting a boost, thanks to the new gestures Google is rolling out for the platform’s tablet mode. One of the new gestures coming to 2-in-1 Chrome OS devices is an easy way to get to the tablet’s Home screen — simply swipe up from the bottom to minimize all your open applications. If you just want to see all your open windows and apps, though, hold the screen a
Facebook releases couples-only messaging app
200+BBC News - Technology / 8h
The new service claims to be a "private space" for couples but has the same data privacy policy as Facebook.
Stephen Colbert and Conan O'Brien get real on video chat about how much they miss live audiences
200+Mashable / 8h
Late night talk show hosts are like J.M. Barrie's fairies — they're born from laughter and feed off applause. Sadly, the coronavirus pandemic has displaced said hosts from their natural habitat, cutting them off from live studio audiences and removing their regular source of validation. Fortunately they are a resilient species, and have now been observed working together to forage for praise in g
Galaxy Chromebook with 16GB of RAM may be in the works
SlashGear / 8h
The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook is quite the looker with its Fiesta Red hue and it does have some muscle to show for with the 10th gen Intel Core i5. But with a $1,000 price tag, you’d expect it to give a bit more. Sadly, one aspect where the Chrome OS convertible falls short of expectation is RAM but that may … Continue reading
Add parental controls to your Netflix profile with a PIN – here's how
48TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Netflix's past record for parental controls has been lackadaisical at best. While the streaming platform added PINs to keep kids away from certain shows in 2018, it was applied to all the profiles on that account and adults would have to constantly unlock their profiles each time they wanted to stream something. That has now changed, with Netflix rolling out another batch of parental control upda
Photoshop (and Illustrator) rival slashes prices by 50%
48TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Serif has been in the business of making creative software for decades and while its biggest competitor has made the jump to a subscription model, it has stuck ardently with the lifetime license. In these difficult times, Serif has slashed its prices to make it easier for the creative community to sample its platform. Right now, its photo editing software ( Affinity Photo ), DTP software ( Affini
Australian startup SafetyCulture nabs $800 million valuation on $35.5 million round
100+TechCrunch / 8h
SafetyCulture , the Australian enterprise software company that manages security and compliance checks at companies around the world, has raised $35.5 million at an $800 million valuation in its latest round of funding. Nearly half of the new money was meant to provide liquidity to employee shareholders who had been with the company over three years, according to a person familiar with the transa
Silicon Valley Bank only started processing stimulus loan applications today
86TechCrunch / 8h
In a sign of just how broken the process is for startups looking to receive stimulus dollars, Silicon Valley Bank, the bank that claims “more innovative startups bank with us than any other bank,” only just began processing claims today. “Since the CARES Act and the PPP were announced, we have been hard at work advocating for our clients to have access to this funding. We have been working around
11 Tabletop RPG Sourcebooks That Are as Fun to Read as They Are to Game With
500+Gizmodo / 9h
Even though technology is allowing for plenty of ways to try and keep your tabletop and boardgame groups going during social distancing, the fact of the matter is it’s really hard right now to actually play tabletop RPGs . That doesn’t mean you can’t spend some of your free time engaging with those worlds though,… Read more...
Xbox Game Bar overlay widgets keep you switching away from your PC game
SlashGear / 9h
The Xbox Game Bar is one of those odd features that Microsoft added to Windows 10 to connect it to the Xbox, at least in branding and in some functionality. It supports a variety of functions and third-party apps but some of them require users to Alt+Tab away from their game. Now Microsoft is making a rather significant change to … Continue reading
Samsung tablets will soon come in 12.4 and 11-inch sizes
SlashGear / 9h
Remember the Galaxy Note Pro and the Galaxy Tab Pro? Back in 2014, these 12.2-inch Android tablets were a laughing stock but they may have just been too ahead of their time. Today, Apple has released no less than four 12.9-inch iPad Pros to much success, hinting the time might be ripe for a large Android pro tablet yet again. … Continue reading
Project xCloud adds a few EA titles including 'The Sims 4'
100+Engadget / 9h
Just as the Project xCloud beta is preparing to reach even more area s, it’s adding a few new games from EA. The list of available titles ready for streaming from Microsoft’s cloud is already longer than you might think, and during the April 2020 Inside Xbox presentation , Microsoft announced that Dragon Age: Inquisition , The Sims 4 and Unravel Two are all joining the preview. Right now players
Eliminating VPNs for more secure, productive remote work
VPN One Secure 202074TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
VPNs were created back in the late 1990’s to allow site-to-site connection by virtualizing network access at the TCP/IP level. The primary use-case at the time was to connect various corporate offices into a unified network. Since then, VPNs have grown in popularity and have been used for many more use-cases - many of which depart significantly from the original intent and function of the technol
Livongo stock jumps over 10 percent on revised earnings guidance, pointing to digital health boom
48TechCrunch / 10h
Livongo Health’s stock jumped over ten percent on a day that saw most exchanges tumble after a day of crazy volatility . The digital diagnostics and therapeutics company is benefiting from booming demand for digital health services as remote medicine takes center stage for beleaguered health care providers looking to keep treating patients while also responding to the COVID-19 epidemic. Livongo,
Hong Kong startup Neat raises $11 million Series A to give small companies more financial services
100+TechCrunch / 10h
Neat , a Hong Kong-based fintech startup, announced today that it has raised a $11 million Series A to help small businesses do cross-border trade. The round was led by Pacific Century Group, with participation from Visa and MassMutual Ventures Southeast Asia, and returning investors Dymon Asia Ventures, Linear Capital and Sagamore Investments. Neat also announced a strategic partnership with Vis
Watchmen, Avengers: Endgame, Wicked + Divine, and More Highlight the 2020 Hugo Finalists
100+Gizmodo / 10h
It may be a weird time for big events , but sci-fi and fantasy’s prestigious Hugo Awards —which honor many avenues of creativity, including novels, comics, fanzines, and screenplays, as well as artists, editors, podcasts , and more—are moving full steam ahead...online. And the 2020 nominees are here! Read more...
Chrome OS navigation gestures make Chromebooks feel like Android tablets
SlashGear / 10h
It’s a bit more difficult to pin down what Chrome OS and Chromebooks are these days. Although they started simply as a glorified browser OS running on low-power cheap laptops, the product line has stood the test of time to now include high-end hardware, convertible form factors, and support for Android and Linux apps. Part of the confusion in defining … Continue reading
Nuro's driverless delivery cars are cleared for testing in California
300+Engadget / 10h
Nuro’s driverless delivery vehicles just got another important approval. California’s DMV has given Nuro a permit to test completely self-driving couriers in specific parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, including Silicon Valley mainstays like Mountain View, Palo Alto and Sunnyvale. The company plans to use this for free deliveries to “select” customers in the Mountain View area, with ult
Meet two adorable baby penguins in this aquarium livestream
200+Mashable / 11h
Coronavirus social distancing has us sitting in front of screens a lot more than usual, which is rough considering that they're largely filled with terrible things. Fortunately, an Australian aquarium is doing its part to fight the despair with the power of baby penguins. SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium recently welcomed two King penguin chicks to the world, and is showed them off on a livestream tod
Facebook’s Tuned is a private messaging app made for couples
26SlashGear / 11h
The New Product Experimentation team at Facebook has quietly released a new iOS app called Tuned that is designed specifically for couples. With Tuned, any two people can send voice and text messages to each other, as well as media like images, assuming they’re located in the US or Canada. The app, like many messaging services, is tied to phone … Continue reading
Miami’s community gives back: Front-line and healthcare workers get free salad, coffee and discounted hotel rooms
The Points Guy / 11h
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted every corner of the globe, with many nations on complete lockdown in an effort to contain or eliminate the spread of the contagious disease. During these difficult times, a number of organizations and individuals have stepped up to support front-line and healthcare workers as they save lives across the country. In some cases, entire cities have joined forces
Peak Design Is Donating All of Its Travel Tripod Launch Profits to Fight COVID-19 and Climate Change
36Gizmodo / 11h
Peak Design Travel Tripod | $350 | Peak Design | B&H Photo | Moment Read more...
Don’t Take Advantage Of United’s New Flexible Cancellation Offer
38View from the Wing / 12h
United today announced that customers can have fees waived for changes to travel through end of the year provided they make their change or cancellation by April 30. You're better off waiting for a significant flight change or cancellation and insisting on a refund, and the April 30 deadline should be extended anyway. There doesn't seem a strong reason to act now. Continue reading ...
Etihad will begin testing technology that could identify early stages of coronavirus
24The Points Guy / 12h
Etihad could potentially become the first airline to implement a new technology that would screen passengers for dangerous medical conditions, like early stages of COVID-19. For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter . The airline announced in a press release that it partnered with Elenium Automation — an Australian company — to trial the new self-ser
Call of Duty: Warzone Season 3 will add four-player squads mode
Warfare Season 3 CDSlashGear / 12h
On Tuesday, Activision published the trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and its battle royale game Warzone‘s third season. The company plans a number of changes to the game, the most notable being support for larger squads. In addition, players can expect new types of vehicles, the return of some familiar characters, new firearms, and more. The new trailer … Continue reading
Take a trip around the country with these famous foods delivered straight to your door
The Points Guy / 12h
If you plan your trips around where you’re eating , well, welcome to the club. While we might not be traveling for the foreseeable future since we’re all practicing social distancing in an effort to flatten the curve, all is not lost. There are plenty of ways you can explore the world from the comfort of your own home — and you can also use this time to plan your next trip . For more TPG news del
'Forza Street' reaches Android and iOS on May 5th
200+Engadget / 12h
It won’t be too much longer until you can see how well Forza translates to smartphones. Turn 10 and Microsoft have announced that Forza Street will be available for Android and iOS on May 5th, with pre-registration still limited to Google Play and the Galaxy Store . Anyone who plays within the first month will get a Founders Pack that includes the 2017 Ford GT as well as virtual credits and gold.
Pixel 4 face unlock finally gains an alertness check
Google Pixel April86Ars Technica / 12h
The Pixel 4 XL. [credit: Ron Amadeo ] Google is shipping Android's April security patch this week, and with it comes a fix for a long-standing issue with the Pixel 4's face unlock feature. The Pixel 4's face unlock system is finally getting an alertness check, almost a whopping six months after launch. Google went all-in on a face unlock system for the Pixel 4, removing the fingerprint reader tha
This Looks Familiar
Sony DualSense PlayStation47Gizmodo / 12h
Does this controller remind you of anything? Read more...
Fly TAP Portugal’s business class for cheap from Cape Town in 2021
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note : The team at The Points Guy loves to travel, but now is not the time for unnecessary trips. Health officials note that the fastest way to return to normalcy is to stop coming in contact with others. That includes ceasing travel. We are publishing travel deals because we should all use this time to think about and plan our next adventures. TPG doesn’t advise booking trips for travel
Tyto Care raises $50 million as it looks to buy and build new services during COVID-19 demand surge
200+TechCrunch / 12h
Tyto Care , the provider of a home health diagnostic device and telemedicine consultation app, said it has raised $50 million in a new round of funding. The round was led by Insight Partners, Olive Tree Ventures, and Qualcomm Ventures, according to a statement, and brings the startup’s total capital raised to more than $105 million. The funding comes just as Tyto has seen a dramatic surge in dema
Restaurant management platform Toast cuts 50% of staff
300+TechCrunch / 12h
Last valued at $5 billion, restaurant management platform Toast has joined the sweep of startups laying off employees due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Toast reduced the size of its staff by 50% through layoffs and furloughs, according to a blog post from Toast’s CEO, Chris Comparato. It also reduced executive pay across the board, froze hiring, halted bonuses and pulled back o
Coronavirus: Twitter boss pledges $1bn for relief effort
Twitter Jack Dorsey82KBBC News - Technology / 12h
Jack Dorsey said he would give 28% of his wealth towards efforts to "disarm" the pandemic.
Jack Dorsey Vows to Donate $1 Billion to Fight the Coronavirus
Twitter Jack Dorsey33KNYT > Technology / 12h
The founder of Twitter and Square said he was putting nearly a third of his total wealth toward the effort.
Wow that PS5 controller is ugly, isn't it?
PlayStation 5 Sony PS5100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The PS5 is still quite a ways out, and the marketing has been kind of a roller coaster. Back at CES 2020, Sony only offered a logo as its way of teasing a reveal, a month after Microsoft showed off the Xbox Series X design. Then, after GDC 2020 got canceled, both console makers revealed deep dives of the specs online in wildly different ways: The Xbox Series X through a detailed blog post over at
Latin America Roundup: Grupo ZAP, Grow Mobility, Wavy get acquired; Credijusto adds $100M; Cornershop, iFood brace for delivery boom
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Sophia Wood Contributor Sophia Wood is a Venture Partner at Magma Partners. Sophia is also the co-founder of LatAm List, an English-language Latin American tech news source. More posts by this contributor Latin America Roundup: SoftBank adds $1B, Stori raises $10M and Grow Mobility puts on the brakes Latin America Roundup: Loft raises $175M, SoftBank invests in Mexico’s Alphacredit and Rappi pull
Senator backing anti-crypto bill calls out Zoom’s lack of end-to-end crypto
Taiwan Zoom China Security500+Ars Technica / 12h
Enlarge (credit: Yuri Samoilov Follow / Flickr ) Richard Blumenthal, the US senator sponsoring a bill that critics say will limit the use of encryption, is calling for an investigation of video-conference provider Zoom, in part over its false claim it offered... end-to-end encryption. The Connecticut Democrat is a sponsor of the EARN IT (Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Tech
Facebook's lack of moderators is hurting its fight against misinformation
400+Engadget / 13h
Facebook has taken a number of steps meant to curb the spread of coronavirus misinformation, yet the company’s shortage of human moderators has left some major gaps in its ability to enforce its policies. Consumer Reports
