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'Mythbusters' robotics genius Grant Imahara has died
MythBusters Grant Imahara
2KMashable / 3h
Friends, fans, and coworkers are paying tribute to beloved Mythbusters alumni Grant Imahara, who died suddenly on Monday due to a brain aneurysm. He was 49. A talented engineer and roboticist, Imahara spent almost a decade at Lucasfilm's visual effects division Industrial Light and Magic, where he worked on films such as Galaxy Quest , The Lost World: Jurassic Park , the Matrix sequels, and the S
Grant Imahara, Mythbusters Host and Star Wars Roboticist, Dies at 49
MythBusters Grant Imahara
1KGizmodo / 48min
Grant Imahara, cohost of the wildly popular TV show Mythbusters, died on Monday at the age of 49, according to a report from the Hollywood Reporter . The cause of death was reportedly a sudden brain aneurysm. Read more...
Best Samsung phones 2020: finding the right Galaxy for you
500+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 55min
From the Galaxy S20 Plus to the Galaxy A range, these are the best Samsung phones across a range of budgets.
Google promises Fitbit data won’t be used for advertising
SlashGear / 4min
It has been more than half a year since Google announced its plans to acquire popular wearable brand Fitbit but that deal may be in danger of falling through. That is if privacy advocates have their way and convince the European Commission of the risks that this deal would entail. Although it may not have been legally or technically required … Continue reading
Why I declined first class upgrades during the pandemic
The Points Guy / 5min
In normal times, a complimentary first class upgrade is cause for a legitimate happy dance celebration. It’s the holy grail of airline elite status perks : Pay for economy, enjoy first. As a mid-tier United Gold member, I get especially excited when I score a free upgrade since they aren’t historically all that common for Gold elite members who fly to and from a United hub, as I do. For more TPG
The Latest Covid Party Story Gets a Twist
36Wired / 6min
Like any urban legend, this one changes slightly with each telling.
The Equity-Diversity-Inclusion Industrial Complex Gets a Makeover
32Wired / 6min
Companies and universities have long relied on seminars to reduce racism, despite lackluster results. Maybe institution leaders can salvage the format.
Halo 3 finally launches on PC, ahead of Halo Infinite's release later this year
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Halo 3 has finally launched on PC, 13 years after its original release.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leaked render looks a lot like the Note 10 Lite
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 13min
Evidence is mounting up that the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 might feel more like a mid-ranged phone than we expected.
Is Apple working on a successor to iTunes for Windows 10 – and Xbox?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 13min
Apple appears to be on the lookout for developers to create a new media app for Windows 10. Let’s hope it’s better than iTunes.
News outlets will digitally watermark content to limit misinformation
28Engadget / 15min
In the run-up to the 2020 US election, a group of major media organizations will once again work together to try and clamp down on fake news. The Trusted News Initiative (TNI) is a coalition of blue-chip publishers and Microsoft which have pledged to work together to tackle disinformation. And, this year, the team will try using a new verification technology, dubbed Project Origin, to try and wat
Porsche’s 3D-printed pistons will soon find its way in the 911 GT2 RS
SlashGear / 16min
The Porsche 911 GT2 RS needs no introduction. It’s the most powerful, fastest, and most expensive road-approved 911 ever built. And now, Porsche is dabbling in 3D printing technology to help boost engine power and efficiency across its lineup. Developed in cooperation with Mahle and Trumpf, Porsche has created bespoke 3D-printed pistons for the 911 GT2 RS. “Thanks to the … Continue reading
Where to buy reusable face masks in the UK
Mashable / 18min
TL;DR: Etsy is stocking a wide range of reusable face masks , with options available for less than £1. The latest announcement from the government is that face coverings must be worn by shoppers in England from July 24 to help stop the spread of coronavirus. If you haven't already secured your own face covering, this is the time to start shopping. We should be clear that we're not talking about m
Amazon is rolling out shopping carts that know what you're buying
46Mashable / 18min
Amazon has unveiled a shopping cart that knows exactly what you’re buying. The e-commerce giant unveiled the Amazon Dash Cart on Tuesday, which uses sensors to detect the items you’re adding to your cart. The cart fits up to two full grocery bags and comes equipped with a touchscreen close to the handle that shows your total items — if you take something out of the cart, Amazon says it will be pi
Apple AirPods vs AirPods Pro: is it worth upgrading to the newer true wireless earbuds?
300+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 20min
Can’t decide if you should upgrade to the AirPods Pro? Here are the eight big differences between Apple's two true wireless earbuds.
8 Ways to Make Your Mac Boot Faster
How-To Geek / 25min
Your Mac probably takes longer to go from the login screen to a usable state than it does for macOS to cold boot, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some ways you can get your Mac ready to use in record time. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Telecom operators need to leverage eSIM as part of their overall solution or lose control
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 27min
Adoption of embedded SIM is still a niche in Gulf region as the functionality is introduced only on high-end smartphones but expected to gain traction by 2022
Verizon partners with Airtel to launch BlueJeans in India
Verizon Airtel India
53TechCrunch / 29min
India’s Bharti Airtel today announced on Tuesday it has partnered with Verizon* to launch BlueJeans video-conferencing service in India to serve business customers in the world’s second largest internet market. The video conferencing service, branded as Airtel BlueJeans in India, offers “enterprise-grade security,” HD video and Dolby Voice, and can accommodate up to 50,000 participants on a call.
Writing app Ulysses gets new document dashboard and advanced grammar and style check
78TechCrunch / 28min
Ulysses , a popular writing app for the Mac, iPhone and iPad, is receiving an update with some new features. The user interface has been slightly redesigned with a new right-hand column that acts as a dashboard. There’s also a new grammar and style check feature that goes beyond what’s provided on Apple’s platform by default. Let’s start with the dashboard. The new column is all about consolidati
Hello Robot emerges out of stealth to launch a mobile robotic gripping platform for the home
100+TechCrunch / 28min
This is Stretch — or, more precisely, the Stretch Research Edition. The name certainly conveys the tall, skinny and minimalist design of the home helper robot. Stretch is different and somehow familiar, with a straightforward technical design that adapts a number of standard robotic elements designed to offer a versatile machine that’s capable of navigating a house and getting out of the way when
Aman Hotels Gift Card Promo: Don’t Even Bother
44One Mile at a Time / 33min
Unfortunately this is the third time I’m writing about Aman’s gift card promotion. Not because I want to, but because Aman keeps changing the terms. This has gone from a great deal for any Amanjunkies, to a hard pass (at least for me)… Anyway, lately we’ve seen a lot of travel brands get creative when it comes to generating revenue . With so many businesses having liquidity issues, we’re seeing c
Windows 10 May 2020 Update just won’t install for some people
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 34min
And that includes the owners of many Surface devices, it would seem.
Chrome will soon use less data when you're streaming videos – here's how
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 55min
LiteVideos is another new data-saving feature, and will help improve the browser's performance.
Score unlimited data for £18 a month with one of the best SIM only deals ever
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 55min
This unlimited data SIM plan from Three is amazing, offering no caps on data, calls or texts - all for a low price.
HP to introduce new budget-friendly gaming laptops in India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 55min
HP is said to announce new gaming laptops with top of the line specifications but at an affordable price.
Apple Music and TV+ Windows apps may be on their way
tMS New Apple Windows
SlashGear / 59min
While Microsoft may be invested in bringing its software to Apple’s platforms, the feeling is hardly mutual. Apple’s software has barely any presence on Windows save for iTunes, which happens to be the brand’s last remaining presence after it was split up last year. Even that, however, may soon be on its way out if this new and rather vague … Continue reading
Cisco Webex finally lets you set virtual backgrounds
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
How to set up a virtual background in Cisco Webex as it finally catches up to Zoom and Google Meet.
Tuesday Travel Tip: The top 3 easiest ways to save on rental cars
The Points Guy / 1h
Renting a car can be a wildly confusing process. There are a ton of different rental companies out there, and each has its own set of partnerships, add-ons and other quirks that can make it hard to compare prices. Plus, there are a ton of different rental car booking sites out there too, each of which partner with different rental car companies. Thankfully, though, it’s easier than you might thin
LG reveals 'electronic mask' with built-in fans
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
LG Electronics has developed 'electronic mask' that is enabled by patented air-purifying technologies, and donated 2,000 of them to medical professionals.
Hilariously out of sync cheerleading robots dazzle during baseball game in Japan
48Mashable / 1h
The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks filled their seats with robots in place of humans. SoftBank’s ‘Pepper’ and Boston Dynamics’ ‘Spot’ performed a collaborative cheer during the game. While other sports have tried cardboard cutout crowds, the Hawks decided they'd go where few others have dared. Read more... More about Robots , Mashable Video , Japan , Baseball , and Boston Dynamics
The Earth’s atmosphere is constantly ringing
Popular Mechanics / 1h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Why you won't need to eat insects to save the planet
Mashable / 1h
If you're as much of a fan of dystopian future fiction as I am, you know this scene in the 2013 movie Snowpiercer . On a vast train criss-crossing the world after humanity accidentally geo-engineers itself into a new ice age, steerage passengers are grumbling about the oppressive upper class that keeps them at the back of the train through cruelty and force. (Spot the political metaphor!) One rev
Sir Ian McKellen recorded a very sweet video for Sir Patrick Stewart's 80th birthday
400+Mashable / 1h
Sir Patrick Stewart promised us another sonnet on his 80th birthday, and you'd better believe he delivered. Or at least, his BFF did (with a little help from Stewart's wife, Sunny Ozell). "Sunny and my team took over for my birthday, and arranged this gift for today's reading," Stewart wrote on Twitter on Monday, posting a video not from his own armchair, but that of his dear friend. "Sonnet 81 b
OnePlus Nord's selfie camera revealed, and it's set to replace your selfie stick
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OnePlus has announced some specs for its next phone's selfie camera, but we don't know everything.
Death Stranding on PC is the way it was meant to be played
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
With high frame rates, and ultrawide support for a more cinematic experience to boot.
Cloud vs Onprem: where should your server be?
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In most cases, it will be best to leave computer hardware, networking, and data storage to companies that specialize in it and do it more efficiently.
Quibi can keep its 'Turnstyle' video feature during patent lawsuit
33Engadget / 1h
A California court has denied Eko’s motion for preliminary injunction against Quibi, which would have compelled the company to stop using its “Turnstyle” video feature. Eko, a New York-based interactive video company, accused Quibi of stealing its patented technology before the streaming service even launched. Turnstyle gives Quibi the ability to play different videos, depending on how a user is
Nintendo's Labo VR starter set drops to $20 at Best Buy
33Engadget / 2h
Switch fans looking to start or expand a Labo collection, take note: Best Buy has lowered the price of Nintendo’s VR starter set to $20 , down from $40. The kit includes all the cardboard you need to turn your Switch into a VR headset and build a fearsome-looking blaster. The retailer has discounted the kit a couple of times over the last few months. The current $20 price cut matches the previous
Apple fans should consider this seriously secure VPN
32Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A two-year subscription to NordVPN is on sale for $3.49 per month as of July 14, saving you 70% on list price. Dedicated followers of all things Apple should consider protecting their devices. We aren't talking about bags, cases, and sleeves here (although those are also important). We're talking about online protection in the form of a VPN . These services protect your devices against the
The must-have accessory this summer is an inflatable pool
Instagram 2020
Mashable / 2h
Inflatable pools aren't just for kids anymore — and let's be real, they never really were. If you don't have access to a full-sized pool, you can quickly inflate a blow up pool and pretend you're somewhere else, like a nice vacation spot. We know you'll just be in your backyard, on your deck, or in the driveway, but we'll let you dream. Grab a fruity cocktail and you can be transported almost any
Get a year's access to Dashlane's award-winning password manager for 50% off
32Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get a one-year subscription to the Dashlane password manager premium plan for half off, dropping the price to $29.99 as of July 14. Attention internet: if everyone takes a few basic steps towards beefing up their passwords, the internet will become a safer place for all. By that, I mean using complex combinations of letters, numbers, and symbols, and adding two-factor authentication to eve
Bug bites are bound to happen. This can help stop the itch.
Microsoft 95% 1
28Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get through the summer with the BITE HELPER® Itch Neutralizer for $31.99, a 20% savings as of July 14. Ah, summer. For some, it's a time of reflection, sunbathing, and day drinking. For others, it's the time when blood-thirsty mosquitos feast on their flesh. If you're part of the latter category, you know how frustrating it is to have itchy red bumps all over your body following a family b
This gadget teaches you how to play ukulele by color-coding the frets with LEDs
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get some help learning how to play without actually taking music classes with the Fret Zealot ukulele teaching device for $99, a 29% savings as of July 14. At some point, everyone wishes they could play an instrument Everyone . But most people just don't want to put the time and effort (not to mention cash) into learning. Fortunately, the music industry is on top of it and has evolved to m
Get this fancy sweat-proof leather Apple Watch strap for under $50
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Give your Apple Watch a new look with the Active Strap: Modern Leather Strap for $49.99, a 28% savings as of July 14. If you have an Apple Watch , chances are you wear it all day long. And considering all the hours you have the high-tech accessory on, there's no doubt your removable strap is due for a much-needed upgrade. Now that you've been reminded, look no further than the on-sale Acti
Your next White Castle slider could be cooked by a robot
63Engadget / 2h
While robotic short-order cooks have been in development for a few years, their use in actual customer-facing businesses has been largely restricted to either independent or gimmick restaurants. But that changes today as Miso Robotics, maker of Flippy , and White Castle, maker of sliders , announce an Indiana-based pilot program that could one day see burger-flipping robots slinging patties and d
Legaltech startup Orbital Witness scores £3.3M to create a ‘universal risk rating’ for real estate
Orbital Witness Seedcamp
100+TechCrunch / 2h
Orbital Witness , a U.K.-based legaltech startup developing “AI-powered” software to transform the £4 billion U.K. property due diligence market, has raised £3.3 million in seed funding. The round is led by LocalGlobe and Outward VC, with participation from previous investors, including Seedcamp and JLL Spark. It brings Orbital Witness’s total funding to £4.5 million. Launched with its first cust
White Castle becomes the first fast food chain to test out the robot fry cook, Flippy, from Miso Robotics
100+TechCrunch / 2h
The next time Harold and Kumar go to a White Castle , there may be a robot making their French Fries. In one of the first trials of a robotic fry cook at a national burger chain, White Castle said it would work with Pasadena, Calif.-based Miso Robotics to test that company’s robotic chef at a restaurant in the Chicago area. It’s a trial run for potentially bringing the robot to other White Castle
App Annie launches ad analytics product Ascend
100+TechCrunch / 2h
App Annie is building on last year’s acquisition of analytics company Libring with the launch of a new version of Libring, rebranded as App Annie Ascend . CEO Ted Krantz told me that while Ascend will be sold to existing App Annie customers, the real hope is to reach “a dramatically different market” as App Annie moves beyond just providing app market data by offering advertising analytics as wel
The PS5 could be one of the heaviest consoles of all time
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The PS5 looks set to tip the scales if an Amazon Germany listing is to be believed.
Government officials have lost hundreds of electronic devices
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Major Government offices all lose smart devices, potentially putting the country's security at risk.
OnePlus Nord pre-orders in India start tomorrow
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The upcoming OnePlus Nord will be available for blind pre-orders starting July 15 at 1.30 pm on Amazon.in.
NASA sets down policies for protecting Earth, Moon and Mars
Popular Mechanics / 2h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Google's Pixel Buds are now available in more countries including UK and Australia
Google Pixel Buds UK
100+Mashable / 2h
Google's Pixel Buds earbuds have finally made their way to more countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Singapore, Spain, and the UK. Also, the Buds will soon be available in more colors, Google said in a tweet. Google #PixelBuds are now available in more countries, including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Singapore, Spain, and the UK. Get you
How to stay cyber secure during the lockdown and beyond
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
How you can equip your employees, and IT teams with the right technology to defend your business against cyber attacks as you return to work.
Why are smartphones in India suddenly getting expensive?
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
India, a market known for well-priced smartphones, is suddenly seeing a price hike across the board. Here’s why.
Affordable Realme C11 and 30W powerbank launched in India
Realme 125W India 30W
25TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Realme has launched two new budget phones in India along with its 30W Dart charge power bank.
Mi (Smart) Band 5 unboxed ahead of global launch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
So far, the Mi Band 5 is official in China only and it looks like the global version might not have NFC.
Amazon's smart shopping cart knows what you're buying
100+Engadget / 3h
In its bid to further automate grocery shopping , Amazon today unveiled a smart shopping cart that can automatically detect products placed inside it and let customers pay for shopping without visiting a cashier. The “Dash Cart” — the company calls it — looks like any other grocery cart, but uses a mix of cameras, sensors and a built-in scale to work out a person’s purchases and then deducts the
The best budget phones in the Middle East for 2020
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Picking mobile phones on a budget can be tough, so we ranked recommended handset that are 1000 Dirhams or lower.
Apple acquires rights of Jake Gyllenhaal movie Snow Blind - here's what we know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Apple TV Plus recently premiered Tom Hanks' World War II adventure Greyhound, its biggest ever deal, and is said to be following up with three more big Hollywood titles
Facebook 'scam hostage' freed after year in Nigeria
7KBBC News - Technology / 3h
The 46-year-old woman from Washington DC was held for more than a year and lost $48,000, police say.
Apple paid $950 million to Samsung- we tell you why
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Apple has reportedly paid $950 million to Samsung Display, and poor sales of iphones this season may have been the reason.
Cybersex, erotic tech and virtual intimacy are on the rise during COVID-19
Popular Mechanics / 3h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
TradeDepot adds $10 million to add financial services to its supply chain services for African SMBs
TradeDepot Africa Nigeria
100+TechCrunch / 4h
Nigeria’s e-commerce startup TradeDepot , which connects international brands to small businesses in Africa, has raised $10 million in a new round of funding to expand its business into financial services and credit offerings for retailers. First launched in 2016, TradeDepot has built up a network of 40,000 small businesses in Nigeria and connects them to local distributors of global consumer bra
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Amazfit Verge Lite gets a permanent price cut in India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The Huami Amazfit is now an interesting option at Rs. 4,999 giving a stiff competition to the likes of Realme Watch.
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link handheld printer announced
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
This portable printer can be a good way to save time and costs especially if you want to print small photos on a regular basis.
Google to develop apps in India
Google India S. Pichai
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
After announcing Google's plans to invest $10 billion over a time frame of 5 to 7 years in India, its CEO Sundar Pichai lays out the larger plan for his company in the world's second largest internet market.
Realme shares additional details of its 120W Ultra Dart charging
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Realme will be announcing its breakthroughs in charging technology on July 16 by crossing the 100W threshold.
Realme teases a smartphone with a massive 6,000mAh battery
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Realme is working on a massive 6,000mAh battery phone and will be soon launched in Indonesia market.
Upgrade to Amazon's Echo Show 8 and save AU$70
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Amazon has discounted the Echo Show 8 by a massive 31%.
How the United Arab Emirates Set Its Sights on Mars
UAE Emirates Arab Mars
200+NYT > Technology / 5h
The launch of the Hope orbiter was delayed because of weather. The goal is for it to make contributions to research on the red planet. But the Emirati government really hopes it will inspire future scientists.
What's on TV: 'Paper Mario,' 'Psych 2' and 'Ghost of Tsushima'
94Engadget / 5h
This week NBCUniversal’s Peacock streaming service launches on more platforms, bringing tons of archival content, new shows and a second movie for the old USA series Psych . For gamers, there’s Paper Mario: The Origami King on Switch, Death Stranding on PC, an early preview of Ooblets for PC or Xbox One and last but not least, Ghost of Tsushima for PlayStation 4 (you must see the PlayStation Japa
Google announces $10bn investment in 'digital India'
Google India S. Pichai
3KBBC News - Technology / 6h
The money, to be channelled through a fund for India, will be used to bolster digital infrastructure.
Reuters: Google vows not to use Fitbit data for ads to avoid EU probe
68Engadget / 7h
Google revealed that it was purchasing Fitbit for $2.1 billion back in November 2019, but the deal has yet to be finalized. One of the organizations the tech giant has to convince for the acquisition to go through is the European Commission, which gave Google until July 13th to offer concessions. EU regulators will decide on their stance on the 20th, and they could launch a full investigation if
This complete web developer course is on sale for under £10
68Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: The Complete Web Developer Course 2.0 is on sale for £9.51 as of July 14, saving you 91% on list price. People say the best way to learn is by doing. You can't learn how to drive if you don't hop inside a car (and maybe hit a few curbs). You can't play the guitar like Jimi Hendrix by simply binging on YouTube tutorials. And you can't really perform CPR just by watching that one episode of
Huawei posts revenue growth in H1 despite sanctions and pandemic
BT Huawei UK US China
100+TechCrunch / 7h
Huawei reported a 13.1% year-over-year revenue growth in the first half of 2020, even if countries around the world continued to weigh up bans on its equipment and smartphone sales shrink amid the pandemic, the telecom giant said in a brief on Monday. The firm’s revenue reached 454 billion yuan ($64.88 billion) in the period, with its carrier, enterprise, and consumer businesses accounting for 35
A Lost Boys Prequel Musical Is Getting Closer to Release
3KGizmodo / 7h
How did David, the leader of The Lost Boys , first become a vampire? That’s the subject of an upcoming stage musical called A Lost Boys Story by G Tom Mac, who wrote the film’s unforgettable theme song, “Cry Little Sister.” The show has been in development for several years, but now, according to Mac, it’s getting… Read more...
Razer Phone 3 prototype may hint why it was canceled
SlashGear / 7h
Remember the Razer Phone? The not so unexpected smartphone from the gaming giant can be credit for having carved out a niche gaming smartphone market. Unlike the ones that followed its lead, however, Razer has failed to continue what it started, stopping at the Razer Phone 2 from 2018. Razer laid the blame of the Razer Phone 3’s delay on … Continue reading
Warren Ellis’ Accusers Launch New Push to Seek Transformative Justice
300+Gizmodo / 8h
Last month, the comics industry faced yet another reckoning of accusations of pervasive, systemic abuse of creatives of marginalized genders, in some ways sparked by a series of allegations against writer Warren Ellis . Now, those who say they were affected by Ellis specifically have established a space to share their… Read more...
The cheapest Xeon mobile workstation will rip through any video editing task
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
This HP ZBook is surprisingly cheap - and less expensive than buying direct.
Nintendo NES-themed Lego set revealed in new teaser video
Nintendo Lego NES Mario
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Lego has released a teaser video for an upcoming NES-themed set, while leaked images offer an even better look.
Google Pixel Buds (2020) launch outside the US, more colors coming
Google Pixel Buds UK
33SlashGear / 8h
There’s almost a sense of irony that just as OnePlus announced its truly wireless earbuds coming next week, Google makes an announcement that steals a bit of that thunder. Of course, we know nothing about OnePlus’ surprise TWS earbuds, both its features and especially its price, but that’s precisely the point. The 2nd-gen Google Pixel Buds are already here and … Continue reading
Luckin Coffee replaces chairman Charles Lu
100+TechCrunch / 8h
Luckin Coffee has replaced co-founder and (now ex-) chairman Charles Zhengyao Lu, despite his efforts to maintain control over the troubled Beijing-based coffee chain. The company disclosed in an SEC filing on Monday that Jinyi Guo, another co-founder, board member and former acting chief executive of Luckin, has been appointed as its new chairman and chief executive officer. In today’s SEC filin
To prepare your pets for the end of working from home, start right now
100+Mashable / 8h
Two months into working from home, my long-held desire to adopt a rescue dog reached fever pitch, and I wasn't alone. Google searches for the phrase “foster a dog near me” hit an all-time high in the U.S. as the coronavirus pandemic took hold; animal shelters celebrated being emptied , or close, as people found themselves sheltering in place with some extra time on their hands. As I dove into the
iPhone batterygate settlement can now be claimed by eligible users
Apple iPhone 12 7 Year
20SlashGear / 8h
A little over two years ago, Apple faced one of its highest-profile scandals that wasn’t related to privacy, security, or even monopoly. It was, instead, about how it silently started throttling older iPhones in order to preserve and extend their battery life. Apple was unsurprisingly sued but surprisingly decided to just settle the matter. Now eligible members of this class … Continue reading
Report: Apple Likely Won't Reopen in Full Until 2021, Many Retail Staff Asked to Switch to Online Roles
14 Apple iPhone 2020
66Gizmodo / 8h
With over 90 of Apple’s 271 outlets across the U.S. closed down once again due to the novel coronavirus pandemic , the company is asking retail staff who are unable to show up to a physical location to instead work from home, according to a Monday report in Bloomberg . Apple reportedly also expects that its plan to … Read more...
21 Ridiculous (and Seriously Problematic) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Figures of the '90s
100+Gizmodo / 9h
Damn , they made a lot of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys over the years. Read more...
Vivo iQOO teases 120W Super FlashCharge coming next month
21SlashGear / 9h
While Samsung and Huawei and soon LG will be fighting over flexible displays, some are going to race for the fastest charging technologies. Xiaomi fired the opening show last year but bowed out for a while, claiming that 100-watt or higher charging is not yet ready from prime time. OPPO, however, seems to beg to differ and now even Vivo, … Continue reading
Female gamers are on the rise in the 'world capital of gaming'
1KBBC News - Technology / 9h
Female gamers in Asia are growing at a faster rate than their male rivals in online video games.
Microsoft might be inserting Bing in Android context menus via Outlook
Microsoft Bing Android
SlashGear / 9h
Microsoft is a company notorious for tactics to get its products in people’s hands, whether they wanted it or not. It has been trying to reform that image and its practices, but not before a number of legal losses in certain countries and continents. Still, it’s not surprising to hear from time to time when Microsoft seems to forget all … Continue reading
India Might Be Censoring Environmental Organizations Online
Gizmodo / 10h
Three Indian environmental organizations’ websites appear to have been censored in the country. Read more...
Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy S20 Fan Edition processors make for tough choices
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
SlashGear / 10h
The days are closing in before Samsung’s second big 2020 event but it seems that the outlook may not be so positive for the company’s next mobile devices. The Galaxy Z Fold 2, if that is really its name, is reportedly delayed by a month and the Galaxy Note 20 is shaping up to be a rather mixed bag. Ignoring … Continue reading
Ford blends tech and nostalgia in the 2021 Bronco
2021 Ford Bronco Two
500+TechCrunch / 10h
The Bronco is officially back. After 24 years, Ford relaunched the 2021 Bronco in a splashy reveal streamed Monday evening on ABC, ESPN and National Geographic, each short film showcasing a different member of the family: the Bronco 2-door, Bronco 4-door and Bronco Sport. The Bronco 2021 — Ford’s flagship series of 4×4 vehicles — is a brand that leans heavily on nostalgia, customization, function
Ford's 2021 Bronco SUVs offer 360-degree cameras for a 'spotter view'
2021 Ford Bronco Jeep
500+Engadget / 10h
After years of leaks and speculation, Ford is finally showing off the three 4x4s that will reintroduce its Bronco brand. The two- and four-door Broncos are “rugged” SUVs with removable roof panels and available 35-inch tires, while the “smaller sibling” Bronco Sport still promises off-road capabilities. Ford Autoblog has more details on the engines and transmissions that will take owners up trail
Ford brings back the Bronco SUV with a dizzying array of options
100+Ars Technica / 11h
Preproduction versions of the all-new 2021 Bronco family of rugged, all-4x4 SUVs,. They include (left) Bronco two-door in Cyber Orange Metallic Tri-Coat, Bronco four-door in Shadow Black, and Bronco Sport in Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat. [credit: Ford ] On Monday night, in a coordinated advertising blitz across ABC, ESPN, and the National Geographic channel, as well as on YouTube and socia
This is the new 2021 Ford Bronco
100+SlashGear / 11h
The wait is over: say hello to the new 2021 Ford Bronco, the long-anticipated reboot of the automaker’s iconic truck. Digging liberally into the back-catalog to pick out the best of what made the Bronco a best-seller, Ford’s 21st century resurrection adds a four-door version to sit alongside the two-door, along with a thoughtful injection of style, technology, and customization … Continue reading
2021 Ford Bronco Sport gives a taste of the icon to come
2021 Ford Bronco Sport
71SlashGear / 11h
It’s Bronco day, and Ford has not one but three different versions of its rebooted icon. First of the new family will be the 2021 Bronco Sport. It’ll be a compact SUV, smaller than the other two versions, and act as the entry point into Bronco ownership before the 2021 Bronco two-door and four-door arrive next year. As you’d expect … Continue reading
NASA and ESA will reveal first images from Solar Orbiter this week
33SlashGear / 11h
NASA is planning to hold an event this week that will reveal the first images and data from Solar Orbiter, the relatively new joint mission between it and the European Space Agency (ESA). The mission is carrying 10 instruments to study our Sun, including the magnetic fields and particles that result from it. The spacecraft made its first pass of … Continue reading
What's the Best Wi-Fi Range Extender or Repeater?
Gizmodo / 11h
I don’t envy you office IT folks. At. ALL. I’ve assumed that role in a five-person work-from-home stint that lasts, well, indefinitely, and it’s starting to drive me nuts. The latest complaint: The Wi-Fi is too slow. Sorry, MOM (emphasized for passive aggression), but everyone is simultaneously holding Zoom calls,… Read more...
The Five Men’s Sex Toys You’ll Meet in Life
Prophecy Johnnie Walker
20Lifehacker / 11h
The world of men’s sex toys has grown exponentially from the days when a flimsy plastic blowup doll was about as good as you were gonna get. And it’s a category that just keeps growing! But with that comes a whole new problem: What, like, even are these things? What do they do and how do they work?? And which one is… Read more...
How Fake Reviews Work On Amazon
21View from the Wing / 11h
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 ...
Nvidia Might Stop Making Some RTX 20-Series Cards Soon, Which Could Drive Up GPU Prices
Nvidia 2080 Today Ampere
50Gizmodo / 11h
Now that we’re getting closer to Nvidia’s anticipated September 2020 release date of its next-generation GeForce RTX 30 ‘Ampere’ graphics cards, rumor has it that the company is already ceasing production of some RTX 20-series cards. Read more...
BigCommerce files to go public
300+TechCrunch / 11h
As expected , BigCommerce has filed to go public . The Austin, Texas, based e-commerce company raised over $200 million while private . The company’s IPO filing lists a $100 million placeholder figure for its IPO raise, giving us directional indication that this IPO will be in the lower, and not upper, nine-figure range. BigCommerce, similar to public market darling Shopify, provides e-commerce s
The perfume makers that can't smell a thing
500+BBC News - Technology / 12h
Perfumers are using AI to create millions of scents, but will it replace the traditional methods?
How to upgrade your bike into an electric bicycle
100+BBC News - Technology / 12h
If you already own a bicycle but want the benefits of an e-bike, a new kit may provide the solution.
Overwatch Cities & Countries soundtrack arrives: How to stream it
SlashGear / 12h
Blizzard has released a new free soundtrack for its hit Overwatch game, offering fans new music related to the cities and countries featured in the fictional world. This isn’t the first album Blizzard has offered Overwatch for free; anyone can also stream its “Collector’s Edition Soundtrack” and the “Synaesthesia Auditiva” album, as well. Blizzard announced the new album on July … Continue readin
Gimlet Media Sued for Not Making Podcasts Accessible to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
70Gizmodo / 12h
The podcasting company Gimlet Media now faces a class-action lawsuit for failing to make its podcasts accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing. In the complaint, filed today in New York, plaintiff Kahlimah Jones argues that Gimlet violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by failing to provide closed… Read more...
Researchers made a medical wearable using a pencil and paper
300+Engadget / 12h
Looking back at some of the most significant technologies humans have invented, the humble pencil is likely at the top of the list. For centuries, it has allowed people to record their thoughts and ideas and share them with the rest of the world. For its latest act, the pencil could also enable people to monitor their health. A team of researchers at the University of Missouri has published a stu
Police are worried about white extremists organizing on Gab Chat, leaked documents show
89Mashable / 12h
Violent white extremists are sick of getting doxxed on Discord, and will "likely" move their organizing efforts to an encrypted messaging alternative created by Gab , an alt-right favorite. So claims a May 26 law enforcement bulletin leaked, along with 269GB of files from over 200 police departments, in late June by hackers and published by Distributed Denial of Secrets , a journalist organizatio
Google Pixel 4a render just appeared on Google Store revealing punch-hole selfie cam
Google Pixel 4A Store
30TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The Google Pixel 4a reportedly popped up in the Google Store in an official render, showing off a bunch of heavily-rumored features.
Flying to New York from a hot spot? Provide contact info or risk $2,000 fine
100+The Points Guy / 12h
Travelers flying to New York from a coronavirus hot spot will have to provide their contact information or face a $2,000 fine for not doing so. Those details were announced by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday, part of an emergency health order meant to give teeth to the state’s quarantine requirement for travelers arriving from states where coronavirus cases are high. “We’re serious about enf
Facebook built an acrobatic robot to install fiber-optic cable on power lines
Facebook One Twitter
500+Mashable / 12h
Facebook’s experiments in internet connectivity haven’t always gone well . But its latest innovation seems genuinely cool. Facebook Connectivity announced Monday that it has developed a robot that can travel along power lines deploying a thin yet durable fiber-optic cable of Facebook’s own creation. It claims that this system, which utilizes the electrical grid to build out internet infrastructur
Don’t wait for Amazon Prime Day - Google is dropping deals every day this month
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Google is dropping a new deal every day this month starting with a big discount on its latest smart speakers.
