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Tesla bought $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin
Tesla $1.5B Bitcoin•
2KMashable / 3h
Elon Musk wasn't playing when he recently changed his Twitter bio to "#bitcoin." According to a SEC filing by Tesla, the company has purchased $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin. "In January 2021, we updated our investment policy to provide us with more flexibility to further diversify and maximize returns on our cash that is not required to maintain adequate operating liquidity," the filing reads. "A
Tesla buys $1.5B in bitcoin, may accept the cryptocurrency as payment in the future
Tesla $1.5B Bitcoin•
1KTechCrunch / 3h
Today in an SEC filing , Tesla disclosed that it has acquired $1.5 billion in bitcoin, the popular cryptocurrency. Moreover, the company noted that it may also accept bitcoin in the future as a form of payment for its cars, though it did allow that there is some regulatory uncertainty around that effort. As the news broke, the price of bitcoin instantly rose by around 7% to more than $40,000 per
YouTube robbery 'prank' ends in fatal shooting
8KBBC News - Technology / 2h
A 20-year-old is shot dead allegedly taking part in a "prank" robbery being filmed for YouTube.
'Overtly sexual' cow blocked as Facebook ad
40BBC News - Technology / 5min
A gallery owner says photographs, including one of the England cricket team, have been rejected
MG unveils the 2021 version of ZS EV electric SUV in India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
The all-new MG ZS EV 2021 gets minor cosmetic updates but substantial improvements on the inside. The all-electric SUV has a starting price of Rs. 20.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
Google Cloud wants to make it easier than ever for developers to get up and running
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
Google Cloud has added a number of new features that should make it easier for developers to find existing code samples for their own projects.
PS5 and Xbox Series X shortages could last until the end of 2021, says new report
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
According to a new report by Bloomberg, global chip shortages could see console stock affected until Christmas.
Activists Oppose Upcoming Test of Geoengineering Technology
Futurism / 8min
Hard Bargain Harvard scientists are planning a preliminary test, in Sweden, of a geoengineering technology that would help cool potentially the planet in the wake of global climate change. But climate activists in the country are furious about the idea of testing a system that could have far-reaching unintended side effects, The Guardian reports . Now, a long list of organizations including Green
WandaVision's Showrunner Says 'True Emotional Catharsis' Is on the Way
Gizmodo / 17min
Between WandaVision ’s most recent pair of episodes, the show’s gone from being a kooky, slightly mysterious love letter to television itself (with some superheroes thrown in) to Marvel’s bold attempt at synthesizing some of the Scarlet Witch and the Vision’s most convoluted, iconic arcs from the comics into something… Read more...
Super Nintendo World appearently took scenery from a Mario fangame
Ars Technica / 18min
The background cacti seen here were created specifically for fangame Newer Super Mario Bros. Wii , released in 2013. [credit: Newer Team ] A piece of scenery at Japan's newly opened Super Nintendo World theme park area appears to draw direct inspiration from an original piece of art created for a fangame. Twitter user meatball123 was among the first to notice the uncanny similarity after seeing a
iOS 14.5 lets you ditch Apple Music on your iPhone and default to Spotify
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 22min
The iOS 14.5 beta lets you change your default music player from Apple Music to anything else.
Declutter your desk with a wireless charging mount on sale
28Mashable / 22min
TL;DR: Reduce your desk clutter with the MagBuddy Wireless Desk Mount , on sale for $49.99 — a 28% discount — as of Feb. 8. When you’re working from home, it’s easy for things to pile up on your desk — mail, cups, half-eaten snacks, devices, your child’s homework. Every last inch of real estate matters. So when it comes to phone chargers, you need something that adds to your space, not takes away
After a Breakup, Do 10 Things Your Partner Wouldn't Do With You
Lifehacker / 25min
If you’ve recently been liberated from the grip of a relationship that stifled you from doing the kinds of things that brought you joy and fulfillment, then you might want to take a cue from this Reddit thread . In it, it’s suggested that after a particularly bad breakup, you should do 10 things your former partner… Read more...
Learn how to make money by dropshipping on Shopify for $30
28Engadget / 26min
In the back of our mind, we all knew e-commerce would become our primary way of making purchases, especially with integrations that make it easy for customers to buy things off their favorite platforms . If you’ve been dreaming of launching your own online business, now may be the best time, and this seven-course bundle will teach you how. The 2021 Complete Shopify Dropshipping Bundle comes with
All grown up: Here’s what it was like staying at the newly renovated W South Beach
The Points Guy / 26min
Note: The W South Beach hosted the author for a look at its recent property renovation. When Marriott’s (formerly Starwood’s) W brand debuted on Miami’s buzzy South Beach in 2009, it instantly was a hit. In fact, it soon became one of the most profitable W property in North America. Travelers flocked to the hotel for its beachfront location, spacious guest rooms with ocean views and splashy night
Running out of space on your Switch? Expand your storage with a microSD card.
21Mashable / 27min
SAVE $48: You can expand your Nintendo Switch storage easily with a compatible microSD card — this one from SanDisk is made specifically for the Switch, and is $48 off on Amazon as of Feb. 8. Running out of storage space on any console is a pain. We all know the annoyance of the "storage shuffle," where you have to delete a bunch of your old games to make room for new ones (assuming you've even f
With a higher IPO valuation, is Bumble aiming for Match.com’s revenue multiple?
100+TechCrunch / 32min
The IPO frenzy is not letting up, Bumble informed the world this morning. Per a new SEC filing , the dating company raised its target IPO price range, indicating that its previous attempt to quantify its per-share value was an undershoot. This means we’ll need to calculate a host of new valuations and revenue multiples for the company. But more than that, we have a question to answer: Is Bumble a
Jiobit launches an improved version of its kid (or pet) tracker, the Jiobit Next
100+TechCrunch / 32min
A Chicago-based startup, Jiobit , wanted to make a better child location tracker than the bulky smartwatches and other insecurely designed products already on the market. So in 2018, it launched its own modular kid tracker — a small dongle of sorts that could be tied to shoelaces, belt loops, or school backpack, for example. Today, the company is out with a new generation of this device, the Jiob
Nintendo Switch Android root released – but why?
SlashGear / 34min
Today an unofficial root project was released for Nintendo Switch, allowing the masses to access Android on the device. But why? Why would you drop in on this sort of software when you have a Nintendo Switch in the first place? Today we’re taking a look at what it’ll take to access this software AND why you might want to … Continue reading
Tesla buys $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, will sell cars for crypto, and now Musk’s memes make more sense
SlashGear / 36min
Tesla has bought $1.5 billion worth of bitcoin, with the electric automaker revealing plans to start accepting the cryptocurrency as payment on its cars and SUVs. The news follows several weeks of Elon Musk promoting cryptocurrency on his Twitter, with the Tesla CEO hyping up bitcoin, Dogecoin, and others in the marketplace. Cryptocurrencies vary in how they’re organized, though are … Continue re
This year's new Samsung 4K and 8K TVs finally get pricing and release dates
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 37min
Samsung Neo QLEDs get their price tags, with the 65-inch models of the QN900A and QN800A 8K TVs near enough matching the starting prices of last year's successors.
Best card games 2021: our pick of the top card games for adults
400+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 37min
These are the best card games for adults available right now.
Dialog agrees $6bn takeover deal
Renesas Apple Dialog•
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 44min
UK-based chipmaker Dialog Semiconductor has accepted a $6 billion takeover bid from Japanese tech firm Renesas Electronics.
Speedtest for iOS Adds a New Video Streaming Test That'll Make You Hate Your ISP Even More
Gizmodo / 47min
The Speedtest app for iOS has added a new data point for you to complain about to your internet provider. Read more...
Save over $200 on the 256GB Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
28Mashable / 49min
SAVE $227: Upgrade your tech with the 256GB Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 on sale for $429.99 as of Feb. 8. If you're an artist, writer, or avid note-taker, a tablet can make your hobbies (and work) easier and more fun. Translate your paper notes to a tablet for easy organization, and start creating art digitally for easy scaling, printing, and more. As of Feb. 8, you can score the 256GB Samsung Galaxy T
Launching Panoramic Ventures, Atlanta’s BIP Capital adds a new partner and plans $300 million new VC fund
92TechCrunch / 51min
The Atlanta-based BIP Capital has a new name for its venture capital operations ( Panoramic Ventures ); a new partner (Paul Judge); and is launching a $300 million new fund in its bid to plant a flag as the premier venture fund among the rising startup cities across the country. Miami may have grabbed headlines recently as a new hub for venture capital and technology startups, but like other citi
Carry All Your Tunes With $33 off the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2
36Lifehacker / 54min
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 | $67 | Best Buy Read more...
Cathay Pacific adds mask exemption for premium passengers
The Points Guy / 55min
Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific said that it’s easing mask restrictions for its business- and first-class passengers. Sign up to receive the daily TPG newsletter for more travel news! In an internal memo sent on Friday, the airline detailed its plan to offer a mask exemption “when a passenger is lying flat in business or first class.” The memo, which was first reported by Executive Travelle
iPhone users will soon be able to change their default music app with Siri
Siri Spotify Music 14.5•
49Engadget / 56min
After years of being forced to use Apple services on the iPhone by default, those restrictions are finally easing up a bit. As noticed by MacRumors earlier today, the iOS 14.5 beta appears to let you set third-party music services as default with Siri. This means you can ask Siri to play a particular song or album and it’ll go straight to Spotify or YouTube Music. Currently, Siri only searches an
As Predicted, Hyundai and Kia Say Apple Car Talks Have Ended
28Gizmodo / 59min
After spilling the beans that it was in talks with Apple over its heavily rumored Apple Car, Hyundai and its affiliate Kia have both said they aren’t in talks with Apple. Read more...
Twitter explores subscriptions to reduce its dependence on ads
56Engadget / 1h
Not so thrilled about Twitter ads ? Neither is Twitter, apparently. Bloomberg sources claim the social network is exploring subscriptions and even tipping to reduce its dependence on targeted ads. Multiple ideas are reportedly under consideration, including a mysterious “ Rogue One ” subscription, charging extra for Tweetdeck or commanding a premium for features like advanced profile customizatio
Glacier Breaks, Unleashing a Monster Flash Flood in Himalayas
99Gizmodo / 1h
At least 20 people are dead and up to 125 still missing after a piece of a glacier in the Himalayas collapsed on Sunday , causing flash floods and destroying a dam in its path. Video footage shows a colossal rush of water and rocks roaring through a mountain valley in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand after a… Read more...
8 Ways to Lock Your Mac
How-To Geek / 1h
Locking your Mac is the best way to secure your computer when you have to step away from it. This won’t quit or interrupt any running applications, and you must type your password to get past the lock screen. Here are eight ways to lock your Mac. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Linux 5.11 could arrive next week, as Linus Torvalds slams the Superbowl
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Doesn’t get American football even after twenty-odd years in the country.
Equity Monday: Tesla buys bitcoin, Nexthink raises, and Bumble
100+TechCrunch / 1h
Hello and welcome back to Equity , TechCrunch’s venture capital-focused podcast where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. This is Equity Monday, our weekly kickoff that tracks the latest private market news, talks about the coming week, digs into some recent funding rounds and mulls over a larger theme or narrative from the private markets. You can follow the show on Twitter here and myse
Getaway, a startup building tiny cabins, raises $41.7M
88TechCrunch / 1h
Getaway CEO Jon Staff said that while the startup’s offerings weren’t designed with a pandemic in mind, they turned out to be well-suited for a time when people were eager to find safe ways to get off Zoom and out of their homes. Founded in 2015, Getaway builds “Outposts” — collections of tiny cabins in rustic locations within a two-hour drive of major cities like Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles and
China Blocks Clubhouse App After Brief Flowering of Debate
100+NYT > Technology / 1h
For a little while, the social media platform Clubhouse provided the rare opportunity for cross-border dialogue on contentious topics free from the country’s usual tight controls.
Xbox Exec Suggests “Tesla x Halo” Collaboration
500+Futurism / 1h
Tesla x Halo When asked about his favorite console game, Tesla CEO Elon Musk didn’t equivocate: “Only Halo,” he said , referring to the hit sci-fi shooter game published by Microsoft’s Xbox Game Studios. Xbox general manager Aaron Greenberg took the opportunity to chime in and suggest a future tie-in: a “Tesla x Halo” collaboration in the form of a Cybertruck modified to look like the M12 LRV War
Developers: best practices for collaborating on code
33TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Taking a look at developers’ problem-solving methods - from duck debugging to pair programming.
Man Drives Volkswagen Through Lobby Of Sheraton
View from the Wing / 1h
The Sheraton Atlanta Airport was liquidated, with all its furnishings sold off. Now the Sheraton Atlanta Downtown has been ransacked as well by a man driving through the hotel’s lobby. He parked in front of the elevators. Continue reading ...
How To Convert Citi Double Cash Rewards Into ThankYou Points
200+One Mile at a Time / 1h
The Citi® Double Cash Card is one of the all around most lucrative cash back credit cards . The card has no annual fee and offers 1% cash back when you make a purchase, and 1% cash back when you pay for that purchase. In my opinion this is a card that a vast majority of consumers would benefit from having , since the average person isn’t earning two cents back for every dollar they spend. Citi Do
Everyone on Twitter Needs an Etiquette Manual
88Wired / 1h
After a year of quarantine, we could all use help relearning how to connect to people in a healthy way.
MIT researchers created a system that prints functional drones and robots
73Engadget / 1h
Researchers from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory ( CSAIL ) have created a system that can build fully functional drones , robots and other electronic devices by itself. As the name suggests, LaserFactory is built around a laser cutter in a two-part setup involving a software package for designing devices and a machine that brings them to life. Users can design a devi
Gaming accessories that can make your setup a lot cuter
42Engadget / 1h
Even as more casual players have taken up the hobby and more wholesome titles have flooded the market, video gaming still has an aura of aggressiveness around it. Which is reflected in popular series like Call of Duty, but also in the accessories people buy to play those games. Everything is black and red, or black and green or black and uh, more black. They’re often big and angular and not parti
Terraria for Stadia canceled after Google disables creator’s account
SlashGear / 1h
Terraria is a game that doesn’t need much introduction these days. The indie title rose to popularity on PC before spreading to pretty much every platform imaginable. Fueled by periodic updates that massively expanded the content in the game, Terraria remains popular today – more than 9 years after release – but unfortunately, Stadia isn’t going to get a slice … Continue reading
How to Set Up Clubhouse
34Lifehacker / 1h
We’re approaching the point where Clubhouse—that exclusive app that lets people sit around and chat for hours, but actually with people who could be fairly well-known in an industry—is starting to feel a lot less “cool.” The social service is booming, but giving everyone access to a microphone comes with its own set… Read more...
Samsung Neo QLED 8K 2021 TV pricing revealed: 65″ to 85″ on offer
SlashGear / 1h
Samsung has confirmed pricing for its 2021 TV range, including the flagship Samsung Neo QLED 8K models it announced at CES 2021 last month. Offering screen sizes from 65- to 85-inches, the Neo QLED 8K range is also accompanied by the more affordable Neo QLED 4K sets, which include a slightly smaller option for those with more compact media rooms. … Continue reading
Apple Silicon-powered iMac rumoured to have been delayed until October 2021
33TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
You may have to wait a little longer for Apple’s Silicon-powered desktop computers.
BeyondID grabs $9M Series A to help clients implement cloud identity
100+TechCrunch / 1h
BeyondID , a cloud identity consulting firm, announced a $9 million Series A today led by Tercera. It marked the first investment from Tercera, a firm that launched earlier this month with the goal of investing in service startups like Beyond. The company focuses on helping clients manage security and identity in the cloud, taking aim specifically at Okta customers. In fact, the firm is a platinu
Clubhouse discussion app knocked offline in China
100+BBC News - Technology / 1h
The uncensored audio chat app exploded in popularity in recent days - before it went offline Monday.
Apple/Hyundai car talks ended fruitlessly, report says
Hyundai Kia Apple Car•
24Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson/Jonathan Gitlin/Getty Images) If Apple has plans to build an electric, autonomous vehicle, it won't be with Hyundai Motor Group. On Sunday, Bloomberg reported that "people familiar with the matter" told the publication that "Apple paused discussions with Hyundai and Kia weeks ago". Apple's highly secretive vehicle plans—codenamed Project Titan—have driven a lot of s
Tasmanian Tigers Could Still Have Been Alive in the 2000s, Scientists Argue
52Gizmodo / 1h
Of all the animals to have gone extinct since humans were around to notice, perhaps none loom as large in our collective consciousness as the thylacine, commonly known as the Tasmanian tiger. Unlike the dodo or the woolly mammoth, the thylacine is still lit, however dimly, in living memory. In fact, since the last… Read more...
20 underwater photos that illuminate creatures dwelling in the dark depths
Mashable / 1h
Underwater photography is no easy feat, especially in the dark. But the photographers featured in the annual Underwater Photographer of the Year competition manage to illuminate the dark depths, uncovering just a skerrick of the creatures that dwell beneath the surface — one marine scientists admit we've "barely scratched." The UK-based competition has celebrated underwater photography since 1965
Legends of Tomorrow Is About to Lose a Major Teammate
64Gizmodo / 1h
Mission: Impossible 7 resumes production with some vague new teases. Godzilla gets the upper hand in new Godzilla vs. Kong footage. Simu Liu will keep hyping up the Shang-Chi trailer until morale improves. Plus, what’s coming on Clarice , and Lana Condor gets ghostly for a new Netflix show. Spoilers away! Read more...
Xiaomi Mi 11 Android flagship released: 108MP camera and shocking price
Xiaomi 11 Snapdragon 888•
SlashGear / 1h
Xiaomi has released its new flagship smartphone, with the Mi 11 promising not only 108-megapixels on the back and the Snapdragon 888 inside, but a surprisingly affordable price tag too. Announced back in December, the Mi 11 is among the first devices to pack Qualcomm’s newest chipset, packaging it up with as 6.81-inch AMOLED quad-curve display and beefy 50W wireless … Continue reading
Where to stream the 2021 Golden Globes Best Picture nominees
31Mashable / 1h
The Golden Globes nominations have dropped, so if you've been meaning to catch up on some of the biggest movies to debut over the last year, now is your chance. While a few of the Best Motion Picture nominees are yet to be released to general audiences, many are available to watch right now across a variety of easy-to-access platforms, and more will be streaming soon. There are 20 nominees across
The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide To Kid Culture: Lady Dimitrescu and Silhouettes
47Lifehacker / 1h
This week’s trip into the hidden country of young people features a grab bag of internet randomness. I’m going to define some slang, tell you how pervy men ruin everything online, and introduce you to an internet star who got famous while she was asleep. All that, plus a nine-foot-tall vampire babe. Read more...
Researchers create an origami-like patch to repair internal injuries
Popular Mechanics / 1h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
How to Delete Your Telegram Account
How-To Geek / 1h
Telegram has a feature that will automatically delete your account if you haven’t logged in for six months. But curiously, there’s no option to delete your Telegram account from the app. For that, you’ll need to use Telegram’s website. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
How to Get Started With Doctl, DigitalOcean's Command-Line Client
How-To Geek / 1h
DigitalOcean provides an API as an alternative to its web-based cloud control panel. The official doctl command-line client offers an intuitive wrapper around the API. You can administer your DigitalOcean resources using an easily scriptable programmatic interface. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
This phishing attack uses some very retro technology to hide its payload
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New phishing campaign uses Morse code to avoid being detected by anti-phishing email software.
Elon Musk launches $100 million Xprize competition
Elon Musk $100M XPRIZE•
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The world's richest man wants you to develop tech that will remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
Clubhouse banned in China
53Mashable / 2h
Fast-rising audio chat app Clubhouse doesn't seem to be available in China anymore. Clubhouse users in mainland China started complaining of disruptions on Monday, Reuters reported . The disruptions aren't due to technical issues; the service has been banned by the Chinese authorities, TechCrunch said . An outright ban certainly isn't out of the ordinary, as numerous U.S.-based social media servi
Apple's M1 isn't witchcraft, it's good chip design
63Engadget / 2h
When Apple announced it was dropping Intel in favor of its own, ARM-based laptop processors, the big question was how fast the computers with these new chips would be. In the last episode of our explainer show, Upscaled, we took a look at how Apple’s new M1 powered Macbook Pro performs compared to an Intel-powered 16” Macbook Pro and the Windows ARM-based Surface Pro X. Turns out, the M1 is crazy
Elon Musk's Tesla buys $1.5bn of Bitcoin causing currency to spike
Tesla $1.5B Bitcoin•
500+BBC News - Technology / 2h
The cryptocurrency surges 17% as Tesla also said it could start accepting Bitcoin as payment.
Just how dangerous is liquid nitrogen?
Popular Mechanics / 2h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
How Did They Find the Secret Space Lab in Captain Marvel?
99Wired / 2h
They talk about something called state vectors. What the heck are those, and would it really work?
Tesla buys $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, will soon accept it as payment
Tesla $1.5B Bitcoin•
100+Engadget / 2h
Elon Musk’s cryptocurrency hype was more than just idle talk. CNBC reports that Tesla not only bought $1.5 billion worth of Bitcoin to help “diversify and maximize” its returns, but will start taking payments using the digital asset sometime in the “near future.” It’s the first major car maker to take Bitcoin for purchases. although the company didn’t say if this would apply to every product. Tes
How to Change Your Windows 10 Lock Screen Background
How-To Geek / 2h
Tired of seeing backgrounds provided by Microsoft on your Windows 10 lock screen? With a trip to Settings, you can choose a custom background image or even set up a custom slideshow from a group of images. Here’s how to set it up. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Researchers have a new theory on Martian landslides
SlashGear / 2h
One of the Red Planet’s mysteries is what exactly causes the landslides that can be seen in orbital images that create dark streaks on the planet’s surface. A team of researchers led by SETI Institute Senior Research Scientist Janice Bishop has a new theory about what causes landslides on the surface of Mars. A past theory suggested that liquid debris … Continue reading
The connected battlespace, part two: The fault in our (joint) stars
56Ars Technica / 2h
Enlarge / Artist's impression of some kind of cool integrated battlespace AR/VR interface kind of thing. (credit: Jackie Niam / Getty Images) Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld famously (or infamously ) said in 2004, “You go to war with the army you have, not the army you might want or wish to have at a later time.” Over the course of the last twenty years of armed conflict, the US milit
Teach Your Kids Not to Call People 'Derpy'
200+Lifehacker / 2h
Each new generation of kids comes up with their own slang, which can sound slightly ridiculous and often confusing to the previous generation. In recent years, I’ve had to learn what “yeet” means and what the hell a “ VSCO girl ” is. I know that when you think someone is the imposter in Among Us , it’s because they are… Read more...
How to claim missing American Airlines AAdvantage miles
The Points Guy / 2h
Have you taken a flight recently but noticed that no miles posted to your account? Maybe you forgot to include your frequent flyer number in your reservation. Fortunately, m ost airlines allow you to retroactively credit flights to your mileage account up to 12 months after you’ve flown them. So if you’ve taken any flights in the past year, now is a great time to go back through your tickets and
Microsoft Teams is making sharing files a whole lot easier
44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Microsoft is launching a new feature that will make it easier for users to set permissions around the files stored in Teams.
Best-Ever Chase Ink Cash & Ink Unlimited Bonus: 75K Points Or $750
One Mile at a Time / 2h
I consider the three Chase Ink cards to be among the best business credit cards out there. In November 2020, the two no annual fee cards received all new welcome offers. This is a reminder of that, as these are truly phenomenal bonuses that are still going strong. Chase Ink Card $750 (or 75K points) bonus At the moment both the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Car
2022 Suzuki Hayabusa returns with sharper styling and new tech
SlashGear / 2h
The original first-gen Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa’s claim to fame is its unbelievable top speed. It can reach 188 to 194 mph, enough to become the world’s fastest production motorbike. Suzuki’s newest third-gen 2022 Suzuki Hayabusa has the same propensity for speed as its predecessors, but it now has sharper styling and a host of new-age technology. “Everyone here at Suzuki … Continue reading
Fujifilm's XT4 revived my love for photography
58Engadget / 2h
I am not a great photographer, but I do have more than a passing interest in the craft. A decade ago, I bought my first DSLR, a Canon 550D, and it served me well. Recently, though, my go-to lens started to lose its autofocus functionality. I tried a few tips from Google to resolve it, but after a decade together, I felt it was really about time to retire the old workhorse and get myself something
How to Save Memory With “Sleeping Tabs” in Microsoft Edge
29How-To Geek / 2h
Some people love to keep dozens of tabs open at a time, but those hog up precious system memory. Tell them to close a few and you’ll get a nasty look. If that sounds like you, Microsoft Edge’s “Sleeping Tabs” lets you save RAM and your tabs. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
“90 bugs left”: Rare devs talk about the nearly completed Goldeneye 007 remake [Updated]
100+Ars Technica / 2h
The original Goldeneye 007 remake team, hanging out with cardboard Pierce Brosnan; this photo was graciously provided to Ars Technica by original team member Ross Bury (bottom-left). [credit: Ross Bury ] At Ars Technica, our love of classic shooter video games usually revolves around the PC, but it's hard to talk about that golden age of shooters without talking about Goldeneye 007 . Rare's first
Isotropic Systems raises $40 million for a satellite antenna that could make the most of new constellations
UK Isotropic Systems•
100+TechCrunch / 3h
UK-based Isotropic Systems has raised a $40 million funding in an “oversubscribed” round that the startup says will help it get its next-generation broadband terminal to the production phase by its 2022 target. The funding, a Series B that brings the company’s total raised to $60 million, was led by SES and included participation form Boeing HorizonX, Space Angels, Orbital Ventures on the venture
Tesla Discloses $1.5 Billion Purchase of Bitcoin in Latest SEC Filing
85Gizmodo / 3h
Tesla has purchased $1.5 billion in bitcoin, according to its latest SEC filing on Monday. The electric car company made the purchase sometime since January 2021, though the filing doesn’t say what price the company locked into. Read more...
TikTok wants to supercharge the e-commerce market
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TikTok has reportedly informed advertisers it will soon let popular users share products and earn commission on any sales.
The Xiaomi Mi TV Q1 is the most gorgeous, affordable 75-inch 4K TV you'll never see
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The Xiaomi Mi TV Q1 has most of the features of Samsung’s Q80T QLED at half the cost – so it’s a shame some folks will never see one.
Xiaomi Mi 11 release date, price and features of the new Xiaomi phone
Xiaomi 11 Snapdragon 888•
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Here's what you need to know about the Xiaomi Mi 11, including its availability, specs and features.
Xiaomi's new electric scooter sounds like a beast, but we've seen it before
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Xiaomi's new electric scooter is a redesigned version of its last one, designed with Mercedes-AMG.
Xiaomi Mi 11 launched globally as a Samsung Galaxy S21 rival
Xiaomi 11 Snapdragon 888•
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The Xiaomi Mi 11 is moving beyond China, and it has top-end specs.
Toyota Hilux AT35 is designed for the Arctic extremes
21SlashGear / 3h
Toyota has revealed a fantastic truck that is not available in the United States called the Toyota Hilux AT35. The truck is based on the newly launched 2.8-liter Invincible X Double Cab. It’s fitted with extensive chassis, suspension, handling, and styling upgrades to deliver improved off-road capability and looks. The AT in the name of the truck stands for Arctic … Continue reading
Australia Says They’ll Require Covid-19 Vaccination For Entry When Borders Re-Open
52View from the Wing / 3h
The CEO of Qantas said Australia would re-open to visitors in July . The government said not so fast, without actually denying the claim. Now we know a little more about Australia’s re-opening plan. Continue reading ...
Should You Pay for a Password Manager?
28How-To Geek / 3h
Password managers like Dashlane and 1Password promise to secure and sync your login information across all your browsers and devices. But chances are, you probably don’t need to pay for a password manager. There are plenty of clients like LastPass that can get the job done for free, and if you only browse the internet on one device, then it may be easier to stick with your browser’s built-in pass
How to Dockerise A React App
How-To Geek / 3h
Containerising your projects with Docker simplifies the development experience and facilitates straightforward deployment to cloud environments. Let’s look at how we can package a React site as a Docker container. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
Elon Musk's $100 million carbon capture XPrize competition starts today
Elon Musk $100M XPRIZE•
100+Engadget / 3h
After teasing it last month, Elon Musk has unveiled his $100 million XPrize competition with the lofty aim of removing carbon from the atmosphere to help stem climate change. The competition opens up today to teams around the world and will run for four years. In 18 months, judges will select the top 15 teams, each of which will receive $1 million. At the same time, $200,000 scholarships will be
Forget Blood—Your Skin Might Know If You’re Sick
100+Wired / 3h
This glowing microneedle test could catalyze a transition from blood-based diagnostics to a stick-on patch.
Tips on How to Snag a PlayStation 5 (Good Luck!)
84Wired / 3h
Months after launch, Sony's latest console is proving difficult to find for many. We've got some tips on how to score one.
What Could Happen If You Miss Your Second Covid-19 Vaccine Dose?
56Gizmodo / 3h
Over 42 million Americans have so far received a dose of a covid-19 vaccine, as of early February. Importantly, though, most of these people have only received the first of two doses required for the similar Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna vaccines, currently the only vaccines authorized for use in the U.S. Read more...
How to Use Adaptive Lighting With Apple HomeKit Lights
How-To Geek / 3h
Adaptive Lighting can automatically adjust the color temperature of your smart lights throughout the day to better match your circadian rhythm and the light outside. Here’s how to set it up with an iPhone or iPad and some HomeKit-enabled lights. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
The Station: Uber slurps up Drizly, Ford doubles its EV budget and Rad Power Bikes plots an expansion
72TechCrunch / 3h
The Station is a weekly newsletter dedicated to all things transportation. Sign up here — just click The Station — to receive it every weekend in your inbox . Hi friends and new readers, welcome back to The Station, a newsletter dedicated to all the present and future ways people and packages move from Point A to Point B. Let’s dive in … Email me at kirsten.korosec@techcrunch.com to share thought
Automattic acquires analytics company Parse.ly
100+TechCrunch / 3h
Automattic , the for-profit company tied to open source web publishing platform WordPress, is announcing that it has acquired analytics provider Parse.ly . Specifically, Parse.ly is now part of WPVIP, the organization within Automattic that offers enterprise hosting and support to publishers including TechCrunch. (We use Parse.ly, too.) WPVIP CEO Nick Gernert described this as the organization’s
Apple MacBook M1 deals return to lowest prices yet in both the US and UK
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
If you're shopping for Apple MacBook M1 deals then you're in luck - both the Air and Pro models are available for their lowest prices yet.
iPhone 12 deals: £76 price slash makes this one of the cheapest iPhone 12 offers
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Fancy Apple's latest flagship handset? This iPhone 12 deal secures you the exceptional smartphone with £75 off its upfront cost, making this one of the cheapest offers out there
The Morning After: Apple halts autonomous EV talks with Hyundai
43Engadget / 3h
Apple’s autonomous EV project has been courting several car manufacturers, with a barrage of reports pointing to Hyundai and Kia. The potential deal went from “close” to “paused”, and now, early today, the automakers are reportedly no longer in talks with Apple . Last month, we heard Hyundai would offer the electric vehicle platform for the car, codenamed Project Titan, while Apple would develop
Clubhouse is now blocked in China after a brief uncensored period
200+TechCrunch / 3h
Thousands of Chinese users suddenly found themselves unable to access Clubhouse on early Monday evening as the country prepared to start the week-long Lunar New Year holiday. Inside WeChat groups, Clubhouse users rushed to report the situation and help each other with ways to get back onto the red hot live audio app. Audio drop-in startup Clubhouse was rapidly gaining steam in China, attracting a
National Park Services rolls out a unified app for national parks
24SlashGear / 3h
In the past, the National Park Service maintained a separate app for each national park or landmark around the United States. The challenge of keeping all those updated was probably significant, but that has now changed. The National Park Service now has a unified app for all parks allowing people to research and monitor hundreds of landmarks in a single … Continue reading
Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake has been delayed indefinitely
Ubisoft Persia TSTR•
29TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Ubisoft India which is in charge of remaking the Prince of Persia Sands of Time game has announced that they are delaying the game in order to improve it.
China’s tech giants face new anti-monopoly rules
100+BBC News - Technology / 3h
Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com could face greater scrutiny from state regulators.
TikTok may let creators use their own product links in videos
65Engadget / 3h
TikTok is working on new features to let creators promote items in return for a cut of sales. The short-form video app has reportedly briefed advertisers on the tools that allow popular users to share affiliate links to products with the incentive of taking home a commission. Creators won’t necessarily need to have a connection to the brand itself, reports the Financial Times . Also in the pipeli
Indian healthtech startup Phable raises $12 million to serve patients with chronic conditions
84TechCrunch / 3h
Phable, a three-year-old healthtech startup that is serving patients with chronic illnesses in India, has raised $12 million in a new financing round as it looks to scale in the world’s second most populated nation. Manipal Hospitals, one of the largest healthcare providers in India, led the Series A round in Phable. Existing investor New Jersey-headquartered SOSV also participated in the round.
Nexthink nabs $180M Series D on $1.1B valuation
100+TechCrunch / 3h
We often hear about companies working to improve the customer experience , but for IT their customers are the company’s employees. Nexthink , a late stage startup that wants to help IT serve its internal constituents better, announced a $180 million Series D today on a healthy $1.1 billion valuation. The firm, which was founded in Lausanne, Switzerland and has offices outside of Boston, received
Steam games hit a record high for concurrent users last year – here's why
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Steam logged a new concurrent user record of 26.4 million, breaking the previous record a little over a month later.
Your PS5 storage space might fill up slower than on Xbox Series X – here’s why
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Your PS5 storage space might go further than you think thanks to the way PlayStation 5 handles some PS4 enhanced games.
The PS5 is more power-hungry than even the latest Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 laptops
33TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Tests reveal Sony’s next-gen console can rival the best gaming laptops on the market.
What is Dogecoin? All you need to know about the meme cryptocurrency, explained
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Social media posts from Snoop Dogg and Elon Musk have delivered Dogecoin to new heights.
10 million Android users infected by barcode scanner adware via app update
25SlashGear / 4h
Security company Malwarebytes has reported that late last December, it began getting distress calls from forum patrons. The company says that these forum users were experiencing ads opening via their default browser out of nowhere. The strangest part about the ad serving outbreak was that none of them had recently installed any apps, and all apps that were installed came … Continue reading
Apple may stop production of the iPhone 12 mini for this reason
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Apple may not have been able to sell the iPhone 12 mini according to its expectations and hence may cut down the production and may even stop selling the phone altogether
Tesla's India plans oscillate between two states amidst new challengers
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Tesla had recently started a subsidiary in India and rumours were rife that Karnataka was the chosen destination as they had registered the company in the state.
iPhone 12 could be more dangerous for pacemakers than first realized
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
If users aren’t careful the iPhone 12 could have potentially deadly effects on pacemakers and other implanted devices.
Colorful’s latest SSD might be the smallest drive you’ve ever seen
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Weighing only 2g, it’s ideal for laptops and small-form-factor PCs.
Films of the Era Will Be as Unbalanced as the Pandemic Itself
92Wired / 4h
What will films look like because of Covid-19? The same as during any other traumatic event. Some good, some bad, some brilliant.
The Secret, Essential Geography of the Office
84Wired / 4h
A workplace has its own informal cardinal directions: elevatorward, kitchenward, bathroomward. It's a map we share.
A Historic Union Vote Gets Underway at Amazon
200+Wired / 4h
A warehouse in Bessemer, Alabama, could become the first Amazon union in the US. But it won’t happen overnight.
All These Mutant Virus Strains Need New Code Names
100+Wired / 4h
As potentially more dangerous variants of Covid-19 spread, scientists are taking a crack at giving them clearer names that’ll help in the fight.
FICO vs. VantageScore: What’s the difference and why does it matter?
The Points Guy / 4h
When we talk about credit cards — especially premium travel credit cards — your credit score is one of the most important factors in determining whether or not you’ll be approved. But your score plays a role in much more than just your likelihood of getting The Platinum Card® from American Express . It also plays into personal loan applications, mortgage applications, car loan applications and mo
Microsoft brings Autofill password manager to iOS
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Microsoft has officially launched its password Autofill solution, making it available across operating systems.
NASA working on possible robotic Mars ice mapping mission
28SlashGear / 4h
NASA and a trio of international partners have signed a statement of intent to advance a possible robotic Mars ice mapping mission. The goal of the mission is to help identify abundant and accessible ice and future candidate landing sites on Mars. The agencies are working together on an agreement to establish a joint concept team to assess mission potential … Continue reading
Olympus Pen-F II camera is 'possible' according to OM Digital Solutions
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The new home of Olympus cameras, OM Digital Solutions, has promised new launches this year and said another Pen-F camera is "possible".
Windows 10’s new look leaks again
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Project ‘Sun Valley’ is coming later in 2021, and plentiful leaks are giving us a good idea of how it might shape up.
Serena Williams' one-legged catsuit at the Australian Open is actually a historical shoutout
300+Mashable / 4h
Serena Williams paid tribute to one of her heroes during her first match of the Australian Open on Monday. Facing off against Laura Siegemund, the former world number one took to the court wearing an asymmetrical black, pink and red Nike catsuit that was inspired by sprinter Florence Griffith Joyner, whose 1988 Olympic trial records for the 100-metre and 200-metre sprint still stand today. As wel
How to Make Your Signal Chats as Secure as Possible
56How-To Geek / 4h
Signal secures all your conversations with end-to-end encryption, offering more privacy and security than your average chat app. But Signal offers some other useful security options. Here’s how to take advantage of them. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
LibreOffice urges businesses to switch to Enterprise edition
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Improper use of basic offerings is hurting the project and its ecosystem, LibreOffice developers say.
AirPods deal: grab the Apple AirPods Pro with a huge discount at Amazon
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
In this brilliant AirPods deal, you can snag the Apple AirPods Pro for just $189.99 at Amazon, saving you nearly $60.
Cat Discovered In Cockpit Of Stored EL AL 737
84One Mile at a Time / 4h
Here’s something you don’t see every day… Cat spotted in EL AL 737 cockpit Yesterday (Sunday) a cat was discovered in the cockpit of an EL AL Boeing 737-900 that was in storage. Workers at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel noticed a cat through cockpit windows in a plane that had been parked for well over a week. אורח מיוחד בקוקפיט: חתול נחמד ודי חמוד זוהה הבוקר בתוך תא הטייסים במטוס 737 נעול של אל על
The best TechRadar reads you may have missed
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A round-up of the week’s hottest tech news.
Here’s how Elon Musk’s $100 million Xprize competition for carbon removal will work
Elon Musk $100M XPRIZE•
200+TechCrunch / 4h
Elon Musk notified the world that he would be donating $100 million to pursue new technologies for carbon capture, methods through which carbon dioxide can be actively extracted from the atmosphere as a means to help stave off climate change. As TechCrunch reported in January when he made the tweet, Musk’s sizeable pool of monetary incentive would be going to the Xprize foundation , a non-profit
Apple's AirPods drop back down to $110 on Amazon
44Engadget / 5h
Pricing for Apple’s AirPods is constantly in flux and none more so than on Amazon, which has introduced two discounts on the wireless earbuds in the past week alone. This time round, the wired charging versions are down to $110, another $10 off from the previous deal and a $50 saving on the original retail price. Buy AirPods at Amazon - $110 By now, you’re probably familiar with the world’s most
Xiaomi Mi 11 launch live blog: today's big phone unveiling as it happens
Xiaomi 11 Snapdragon 888•
300+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
The Xiaomi Mi 11 is set to be unveiled later today, and it may be joined by other gadgets from the company.
Update Firefox now, or risk falling victim to this security attack
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Version 85.0.1 of Firefox prevents the $i30 attribute from corrupting the NTFS drive of Windows 10 devices.
Over half of consumers considering a move to digital banks
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Digital banks offer modern convenience but consumers are still keen to secure sign-up benefits and good rates, survey finds.
Racism thrives in the online dating world
Mashable / 5h
In our Love App-tually series, Mashable shines a light into the foggy world of online dating. When I relocated from my predominantly Black suburb in Dallas, Texas to an immensely diverse neighborhood in Brooklyn, I didn’t expect to receive so many matches on Tinder and Hinge from non-Black men. I had always found myself in mostly white spaces — college, jobs, vacations — yet white men never took
How to hide your iPhone's unique name from apps (and why you should)
300+Mashable / 5h
Your iPhone has trouble keeping secrets. Thankfully, there's something you can do about it. What you do on the internet, what apps you download, and, often, where you go are all data points that can be linked to an iPhone's so-called advertising identifier (Android phones have a similar Advertising ID ). Combined with commercially available databases, this unique alphanumeric string can be enough
Denmark to construct an energy hub in the North Sea
Denmark Energy tNS•
SlashGear / 5h
Denmark has announced an agreement for the construction of an energy hub in the North Sea. It will construct the energy hub on an artificial island 80 kilometers from the shore of the peninsula Jutland. The artificial island will be owned by a public-private partnership to strengthen the integration of Europe’s power grids and increase renewable energy production as Europe … Continue reading
Microsoft is still struggling with broken Windows 10 updates
48TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Microsoft has once again released a series of Windows 10 Updates that appear to be causing problems for some users.
Make Cyberpunk 2077 sound better with this audio balancing mod
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
This smart (but large) mod means no more volume jumps or missed conversations.
YouTuber Shot and Killed Filming 'Prank' Robbery Video With Butcher Knives
200+Gizmodo / 5h
Timothy Wilks, a 20-year-old YouTuber, was shot and killed in Nashville on Friday night while trying to film a robbery “prank” video. Wilks and at least one friend reportedly approached a group of people in the parking lot of Urban Air, a trampoline business, while holding butcher knives, according to the Nashville … Read more...
iD Mobile signs 5G deal with Three UK
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Dixons Carphone MVNO extends partnership with Three UK that should bring 5G to iD Mobile.
Ahead of Halo Infinite, the Master Chief Collection is heading to a new platform
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Halo: Master Chief Collection is set to come to a new platform, but the jury's out on which one.
Google Chrome will no longer support some older processors
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
The Chromium development team has announced that they are dropping support for selective x86 CPUs.
Ring Video Doorbells could get pre-recorded messages like rivals Arlo and Google Nest Hello
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Ring Video Doorbells are set to get a new 'smart response' feature that can play pre-recorded messages if you can't get to the door.
Intel Core i9-11900K leak suggests a record-breaking CPU that could be trouble for AMD
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Rocket Lake could really bring the fight to AMD’s Ryzen 5000 chips, if this leak is on the money.
WhatsApp's next big update will transform how you send videos
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
You'll soon be able to mute noisy videos before sharing them with friends
Samsung Galaxy S21 downgrades make it easier to repair than the S20
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
A teardown has revealed that the Samsung Galaxy S21 is tricky to repair, but not quite as bad as the Galaxy S20.
Xiaomi could have a new tablet coming to rival the entry-level Apple iPad
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Xiaomi's CEO has confirmed the company is reviving two of its old product lines, including its range of affordable tablets.
OnePlus 9 Pro leak shows exciting camera upgrades, including Hasselblad partnership
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
YouTuber Dave2D shared images of an alleged OnePlus 9 Pro, showcasing a new Hasselblad camera system and confirming other specs.
Reddit celebrated WallStreetBets in a five-second Super Bowl ad
100+Engadget / 6h
Reddit has aired its first Super Bowl spot celebrating the famous /WallStreetBets subreddit, though you might have missed it while reaching for a snack. It flashed on the screen for just five seconds, showing Reddit’s famous orange-and-white logo, along with a message. “If you're reading this, it means our bets paid off. One thing we learned from our communities last week is that underdogs can ac
Denmark will create the world’s first artificial wind-generating island
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29Popular Mechanics / 6h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Starlink is providing internet coverage to 10,000 people worldwide
Popular Mechanics / 6h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Turning 8k video into epic portraits is just one of the reasons you’ll love the new Galaxy S21 5G
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Samsung has launched the latest S Series, powered by the most advanced processor ever on a Galaxy device, stunning edge-to-edge 120Hz displays, and a large battery for uninterrupted productivity and entertainment
Why aren’t kids getting vaccinated?
200+MIT Technology Review / 6h
While much of the world is engaged in a frantic scramble to get vaccinated against covid-19, there’s one group noticeably absent from the queues of people at vaccine clinics: children. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is still approved for use only in those aged 16 years or older, and the Moderna vaccine is only for adults. Both are now in trials for younger age groups, and results are expected by the
China’s Tianwen-1 probe snaps its first image of Mars
Popular Mechanics / 6h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
UAE a day away from bringing probe into Mars’ orbit
Popular Mechanics / 6h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Sage goes social with its first B2B ad campaign on TikTok
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
SMEs are being encouraged to be creative and get themselves in the running to win a prize worth thousands.
The best and worst Super Bowl 2021 commercials
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The funny, the unfunny and the downright terrifying from the Super Bowl 2021 commercials.
80s Classic Cartoon 'The Real Ghostbusters' Lands on YouTube (Legally)
300+How-To Geek / 7h
Despite largely starting as a destination for pirated videos in the days before it was acquired by Google, major media companies have been hesitant to use the platform as a distribution point for their properties. Except, it seems, with cartoons: The rights-holders to many classic cartoons post episodes to YouTube, presumably to get the ad revenue. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Zap Your Bad Typing Habits Away with This Electrifying Keyboard
45How-To Geek / 7h
I’m a professional writer and unapologetic keyboard nerd, but my typing form is atrocious. I flunked typing class and, over 15 years, evolved from a hunt-and-pecker into a Frankenstein touch typist by the application of thousands of hours of typing. I can just about hit 60 WPM. This keyboard, which teaches typing in a way Doc Frankenstein would love, is for me. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Hyundai says it's no longer talking to Apple about Apple Car production
Hyundai Kia Apple Car•
91Mashable / 7h
Apple Car just can't get a break. On Monday, Hyundai and Kia said they're not in talks with Apple regarding development of an autonomous car, according to Reuters . A Bloomberg report added that Apple paused discussions with the two Korean companies on building an electric car "weeks ago." Apple has also talked with other manufacturers, the report claims. It's unclear whether a deal with Hyundai
Hyundai and Kia are no longer in talks with Apple over an autonomous EV
Hyundai Kia Apple Car•
100+Engadget / 7h
Apple’s Project Titan autonomous EV project has grabbed headlines of late over rumors that it might be built on a platform developed by Hyundai and its subsidiary Kia. However, the potential deal went from “ close ” to “ paused ” pretty quickly, and now the automakers say they’re no longer in talks with Apple, according to Bloomberg . Hyundai would have provided the electric vehicle platform buil
MultiChoice argues streaming sites a serious threat
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
MultiChoice has responded to ICASA's draft findings that refute the claim that MultiChoice is harmed by competition from over-the-top (OTT) streaming services
Asus reportedly working on a premium but compact phone called Zenfone Mini
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Asus may be looking to make an impact in the smartphone industry once again by announcing a new smaller premium smartphone.
Hyundai-Kia seem to have called off talks for Apple Car
Hyundai Kia Apple Car•
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Apple is pretty much in the early stages of negotiations with automakers around the world, and nothing has been finalised about the project.
YESTERDAY
No more Sony PS5 restocks in India before March
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
According to reports, the Sony PS5, which launched in India on February 2, is not be going to be available until the next restock date which is not until March.
Samsung Galaxy A12 to launch in India this week
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
The Samsung Galaxy A12 will launch in India this week as the successor to the Galaxy A11. The device comes with a 5000mAh battery and is already available in Europe.
Legacy Microsoft Edge will be uninstalled in April update
SlashGear / 9h
Microsoft has had a very “colorful” history with the Web, to put it nicely. Although Internet Explorer conquered that market long ago, the company rested on its laurels until the crown was wrested away from it by Firefox and Chrome. It then hastily scrambled to rectify that situation but only fell flat on its face again with the first version … Continue reading
How Wikipedia maintains its reputation for accuracy
100+BBC News - Technology / 9h
BBC Click's Lara Lewington talks to the co-founder of Wikipedia Jimmy Wales.
Online bullying: 'I've blocked nearly 10,000 abusive accounts'
8KBBC News - Technology / 9h
Phoebe says she received 100 death threats in one day in 2020, and believes coronavirus is to blame.
Imlonely: How a YouTube music channel became a mental health hub
200+BBC News - Technology / 9h
The Youtube channel that started as a musical diary but became a mental health hub.
FCA warning over 'risky' TikTok trading tips
400+BBC News - Technology / 9h
Some TikTok creators have been giving investment advice in the wake of the GameStop frenzy.
Tesco tells chancellor to hit online rivals with sales tax
500+BBC News - Technology / 9h
Boss Ken Murphy has asked Chancellor Rishi Sunak for a "level playing field" when it comes to tax.
Samsung Galaxy F62 price in India, specs and launch date
Samsung Galaxy India•
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Samsung Galaxy F62 mid-range phone will launch in India on February 15. The device will come with Exynos 9825 chipset and spot a quad-camera setup on the rear.
The Falcon and The Winter Soldier trailer gives fans a treat at Super Bowl
SlashGear / 10h
WandaVision, which premiered in January, had people talking about superhero flicks again, whether good or bad. Of course, it’s common knowledge by now that it wasn’t supposed to be Marvel’s first Phase 4 drop but that still miraculously worked out in its favor. It won’t be the only one for long, though, as Marvel pretty much reminds everyone with a … Continue reading
BookMyShow goes video-on-demand route with BookMyShow Stream
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
BookMyShow adds streaming service to its kitty and offers major titles in Hindi, English and international languages for rent or lets you purchase them as well
Leaked OnePlus 9 Pro prototype reveals exciting camera upgrades
OnePlus 9 Pro Hasselblad•
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
YouTuber Dave2D shared images of an alleged OnePlus 9 Pro, showcasing a new Hasselblad camera system and confirming other specs.
CoWIN info now available on Aarogya Setu app
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The government is expected to soon open up the CoWIN app for people above the age of 50 who wish to self-register for the vaccine. The vaccinations for this category will start in March.
Intel benchmark swipe at Apple Silicon M1 sounds a bit desperate
SlashGear / 10h
Apple’s M1 processor and Macs were undoubtedly the biggest tech news that closed last year. Its performance, especially for a first try at a desktop-class ARM-based processor, left many questioning Intel’s supremacy in that space. There are, of course, still things that Apple’s silicon may not be capable of at this time but that is also just a matter of … Continue reading
Now streaming: best new TV shows & movies this week in Australia (Feb 8-14)
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Our top picks this week include WandaVision episode 6, News of the World and the season premiere of Clarice.
Super Bowl highlights 2021: how to watch online or stream full replay from anywhere
Super Bowl 2021 SBLV•
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Relive the best plays or watch the entire game at your leisure - here's where to find Super Bowl 2021 highlights free or stream a full Chiefs vs Buccaneers replay.
Learn all about Six Sigma with lifetime access to this training course
32Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: The 2021 Complete Six Sigma Training Suite Bundle is on sale for £23.35 as of Feb. 8, saving you 98% on list price. Six Sigma is a business methodology designed to streamline processes and minimise mistakes. If you want to learn more about how it works, this Six Sigma Training Suite can help. This training suite includes 45 hours of content broken down into 15 individual courses. The cours
Start creating with the help of this hands-on writing course bundle
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: The Creative Writing Course Bundle is on sale for £29.19 as of Feb. 8, saving you 95% on list price. Maybe you loved creative writing in school and find yourself missing it today. Maybe you've been thinking of tapping into your inner creative writer as a goal for 2021. Or maybe, you see creative writing as a new career path or side hustle. No matter your "why," you might need a push to act
Noise ColorFit 3 Pro smartwatch to launch in India on February 10
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Noise ColorFit 3 Pro budget smartwatch will launch in India on February 10. It will be priced at Rs 3,999 and will offer SpO2 monitor, HR monitor, colour display and more.
Dailyhunt and Josh’s parent firm raises over $100 million
200+TechCrunch / 11h
VerSe Innovation , the parent firm of popular news and entertainment app Dailyhunt and short video app Josh, said on Monday it raised over $100 million as part of a Series H financing round from Qatar Investment Authority and Glade Brook Capital Partners. The announcement follows another $100 million+ investment the startup secured from Google, AlphaWave, and Microsoft in December last year. That
China court accepts ByteDance case filing against Tencent over alleged monopoly
100+TechCrunch / 12h
ByteDance is bringing its battle with archrival Tencent to the court at a time when the Chinese government moves to curve the power of the country’s internet behemoths. The Beijing Intellectual Property Court has permitted a ByteDance lawsuit brought against Tencent to proceed, a ByteDance spokesperson confirmed with TechCrunch. Upstart new media company ByteDance alleged that Tencent’s restricti
Telegram most downloaded non-gaming app globally in Jan - India leads the pack
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
In terms of overall downloads, Telegram made a jump from the ninth position in the month of December to the first position. WhatsApp slipped from the third position in terms of overall downloads to the fifth position in January.
iPhone 12 risks to pacemakers emphasized by doctors’ report
SlashGear / 12h
Almost all electronic devices generate electromagnetic fields when in use but the iPhone 12 series is special in that it actually contains magnets inside. These are used to support Apple’s new generation of MagSafe wireless charging but it may a
