Goodbye Toshiba Laptops. It’s Been Good Knowing Ya
3KGizmodo / 9h
Toshiba will officially no longer be making PCs. To be fair, in recent years it had taken a step back from making laptops, but this goes beyond that. It’s a complete exit. Read more...
The History of Caps Lock: Why Does the Caps Lock Key Exist?
200+How-To Geek / 19h
Caps Lock: the key that MAKES YOU SHOUT ACCIDENTALLY when you press it. Do we really need it in this day and age? Why is it even there, anyway? Let’s find out. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Snapdragon chip flaws put >1 billion Android phones at risk of data theft
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2KArs Technica / 15h
1 billion Android phones at risk of data theft" src="https://cdn.arstechnica.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/snapdragon-800x350.jpg"> Enlarge (credit: Qualcomm) A billion or more Android devices are vulnerable to hacks that can turn them into spying tools by exploiting more than 400 vulnerabilities in Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chip, researchers reported this week. The vulnerabilities can be exploited
Windows security bug could let hackers hijack your printer
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Microsoft has patched the flaw, but Windows printer services could still be affected.
Watch AI-controlled virtual fighters take on an Air Force pilot August 18th
300+Engadget / 1h
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, DARPA will no longer hold an in-person event for its third and final AlphaDogfight Trial that’s scheduled to take place from August 18th to the 20th. It’ll be held virtually instead, and both participants and viewers alike can watch online as artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms control simulated F-16 fighter planes in aerial combat. By the end of the three-day
Build your online presence with this lifetime subscription
40Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to BoxHosting Online Hosting is on sale for £34.35 as of August 9, saving you 91% on list price. When you’re building a website for your business , band, or wild fan theories, there are a few things to keep in mind. You want the process to go smoothly. You want the site to stay up, and be reliable. And you want to communicate easily with the people who visit your ne
Master Facebook marketing with this set of online classes
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36Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The Ultimate Facebook Marketing Certification bundle is on sale for £22.13 as of August 9, saving you 97% on list price. With the growth of Instagram , Twitter, Snapchat, and TikTok, you might've let Facebook slip your mind. But the truth is, Facebook remains one of the best, if not the best platform for digital marketing. So, you might want to get yourself reacquainted. This Ultimate Face
This tiny PC is barely bigger than a USB thumb drive and costs far less than you think
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
4GB memory and 32GB onboard storage - we’ve seen worse Windows tablets.
Microsoft's Surface Duo may launch with AT&T
Microsoft Surface AT&T
100+Engadget / 5h
It hasn’t been clear just which carriers (if any) would offer Microsoft’s Surface Duo , but there might be a clearer idea. Well-known leaker Evan Blass has shared (via Windows Central ) a batch of renders for the Surface Duo while claiming the dual-screen Android device will launch with AT&T. He didn’t provide release details or pricing, but it’s safe to say that monthly payments could make it ea
Watch This Classic Ghostbusters Special Effect Come to (After)Life
83Gizmodo / 7h
I don’t often think of Ghostbusters as a pioneering special effects film. But it did include a lot of neat effects as it took its madcap scientists and made them paranormal protectors, and seeing those effects make their way onto the screen is pretty impressive. Read more...
Facebook removes massive QAnon group over hate and harassment claims
Facebook One QAnon
400+Engadget / 7h
Facebook just took down one of the larger targets in its crackdown on QAnon conspiracy theories. The social network told Reuters that it had removed Official Q/Qanon, a group with almost 200,000 members, after multiple posts reportedly violated policies against harassment, hate, and potentially harmful misinformation. The shutdown took effect August 4th, Facebook said, but wasn’t disclosed until
Grab the K.K. Slider PowerA Controller for Just $39 and Be Prepared In Case Of Joy-Con Drift
20Gizmodo / 8h
PowerA Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch (K.K. Slider) | $39 | Amazon Read more...
Roland marks TR-808's 40th anniversary with a documentary and freebies
300+Engadget / 8h
It’s the TR-808 drum machine’s 40th anniversary this year, and Roland is marking 808 Day (8/08, of course) with a flood of goodies to celebrate the legendary instrument. To begin with, there’s a mini documentary (with a convenient 8:08 running time) detailing the device’s use in songs over the decades, right down to the programming sequences. It starts out early with classics like Afrika Bambaata
Hulu's Animaniacs Reboot Is Coming to Wreak Havoc This November
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2KGizmodo / 9h
The Warner Lot is not ready. Read more...
Death of comedy legend Robin Williams explored in stunning trailer
500+Mashable / 9h
Late entertainment legend Robin Williams could not have known his thoughts on cranial anatomy would resonate as strongly as they do today. "The human brain is an extraordinary three-and-a-half pound gland," the icon says in an old interview clip, included in the first trailer for Robin's Wish. An upcoming documentary examining Williams' 2014 death by suicide following his battle with Lewy Body De
The One Hole In Hyatt’s Response To Covid: Suite Upgrade Certificates Haven’t Been Extended
49View from the Wing / 9h
World of Hyatt extended current elite status so that members who qualified last year are able to use the benefits that they earned through 2021. However there’s a hole in Hyatt’s approach: confirmed suite upgrades for those members – set to expire February 2021 – were not extended. Many members are starting to plan travel again. what they’re finding is that they cannot use their confirmed suite b
Weekly Review: August 8, 2020
21One Mile at a Time / 9h
I hope everyone is having a good weekend so far! On the points & travel front, this week Amex and Chase introduced new transfer bonuses, JetBlue extended its seat blocking policy, Emirates pulled out of Fort Lauderdale, limited time offers were introduced on co-branded Chase United cards, Virgin Australia announced plans to get rid of wide body aircraft, and more. With that out of the way, here’s
Mauritius Faces Environmental Crisis as Stranded Ship Leaks Oil
500+Gizmodo / 10h
Mauritius has declared a “state of environmental emergency” after a Japanese bulk carrier that wrecked on its shores in late July began leaking tons of oil into the Indian Ocean. The environmentalist group Greenpeace says the spill is likely to be one of the worst ecological crises the island nation has ever seen and… Read more...
Qualcomm reportedly asks US to let it sell chips for Huawei phones
200+Engadget / 10h
You might think Qualcomm would be happy with US trade bans limiting Huawei’s access to chips , but it appears to be arguing just the opposite. The Wall Street Journal said it had obtained a Qualcomm presentation lobbying the US government to remove restrictions and let it sell Snapdragon processors to Huawei. The ban won’t prevent Huawei from obtaining necessary parts and could just drive “billio
New COVID-era cruise restriction: No leaving the ship without an escort
100+The Points Guy / 10h
Would you take a cruise if you couldn’t leave the ship during a port call without an escort? That’s the way it’s going to work on two MSC Cruises vessels that are scheduled to restart sailings in Europe later this month. MSC Cruises this week said passengers on the two ships — MSC Grandiosa and MSC Magnifica — only would be allowed to get off in ports if they were on an official, MSC Cruises-orga
Sleep on the water with these 8 unique European boat rentals
The Points Guy / 10h
As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests that you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. This summer has been a little different. Instead of hitting Ibiza ‘s night life scene or jetting off to far-flung Asian islands, maybe you’re considering a staycation. Either way, this year’s
WarnerMedia shakes itself up to focus on HBO Max
WarnerMedia HBO Max
89Engadget / 11h
WarnerMedia has gone through a management shakeup under new CEO Jason Kilar, and it’s part of his efforts to make HBO Max the company’s main priority. Kilar has announced the restructuring in an email to employees, telling them that it’s vital for WarnerMedia to change and simplify how it’s organized to “[elevate] HBO Max in the organization and [expand] its scope globally.” The CEO also stressed
Off the beaten path: Tips on visiting and exploring France
The Points Guy / 11h
As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests that you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. And we’ll be here to help you prepare, whether it’s next month or next year. Paris is probably the first place on most people’s list of places to visit in France — and with good reason, of co
4 Things To Know About Airline Miles Now [Roundup]
View 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 ...
National Park Service warns against murder in hilarious bear PSA
500+Mashable / 11h
It's hiking season ! Remember to drink plenty of water, leave the trail how you found it, behave safely in the presence of wildlife, and avoid murder if at all possible. On Wednesday, the National Park Service shared a hilarious PSA with outdoor adventurers regarding proper protocol around bears. In a lengthy post made on the agency's Facebook page , rangers informed hikers of the right steps to
A cruise for Generation Z? That’s the plan at one line
25The Points Guy / 12h
Big news, Generation Z members: You now have your very own cruises. River line U by Uniworld this week announced plans for the cruise industry’s first Generation Z-focused sailings to start in 2021. The seven-night trips, to take place on European rivers, will be specifically aimed at teens and their parents with special activities such as onboard karaoke contests, foosball tournaments, camping o
Share Ventures, an LA-based studio for company creation, is MoviePass co-founder Hamet Watt’s next act
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Nearly eight years ago, Hamet Watt and Stacy Spikes launched MoviePass , the subscription-based movie ticketing service that captured the minds and dollars of investors and brought thousands of cinephiles a too-good-to-be-true deal for all-you-can watch movie passes. Watt, who came to MoviePass as an entrepreneur in residence at True Ventures, previously founded the brand and product placement st
8 helpful Chrome extensions to improve working from home
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100+Mashable / 12h
On one hand working from home is truly awesome. Your commute is however far it is from your bed to your laptop , you don't have to deal face-to-face with annoying colleagues, you can make your own homemade, healthy snacks, and yes, you can work in your pajamas. On the other hand, working from home turns your cozy sanctuary into an extension of your workplace , and it can be hard to switch off the
Watch these joyous Gen-Z babies bask in the glory of Phil Collins
2KMashable / 12h
You'll always remember your first...time listening to Phil Collins? These two will, anyway. On July 27, twin YouTubers Tim and Fred Williams — known for their hilarious reaction videos to classic songs like Dolly Parton's " Jolene ," The White Stripes' " Seven Nation Army ," and Tom Jones' " I'll Never Fall in Love Again " on the channel TwinsthenewTrend — gifted the world documentation of their
NASA has gathered new information on Marsquakes
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SlashGear / 12h
NASA has been recording seismic information from inside the surface of Mars using the InSight Lander’s seismometer. NASA says the data record is the first direct evidence of key boundaries inside the Red Planet’s interior. The goal was to help planetary scientists understand how rocky planets are formed. Before recent data was recorded by the InSight Lander, scientists only had … Continue reading
TPG inside report: What it was like to visit Croatia during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Points Guy / 12h
On July 3, it was like Christmas for many of us who were hoping to get away. It was the day that the U.K. government announced that we’d be able to travel internationally again, and along with it, a list of countries that we could visit without having to quarantine on return. I immediately started looking at destinations where I could mix a bit of working remotely and a vacation. Conscious that I
