Sunday, March 21, 2021

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Quantum Mischief Rewrites the Laws of Cause and Effect


12KWired / 56min
Spurred on by experiments that scramble the ordering of causes and their effects, some physicists are figuring out how to abandon causality altogether.

New York lawmaker wants to ban police use of armed robots


1KArs Technica / 1h
Enlarge (credit: Michael Cohen | Getty Images ) New York City councilmember Ben Kallos says he "watched in horror" last month when city police responded to a hostage situation in the Bronx using Boston Dynamics ' Digidog, a remotely operated robotic dog equipped with surveillance cameras. Pictures of the Digidog went viral on Twitter , in part due to their uncanny resemblance with world-ending ma

What We're Watching: 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' is Two Hours Too Long


500+How-To Geek / 2h
Between the hours of 5 PM and Midnight on Thursday, I watched nothing but Justice League. First, I watched the original two-hour theatrical run of Justice League and then followed that with the four-hour Zack Snyder’s Justice League. And you know what? I feel robbed of a truly great movie. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


How to Turn off Save Password Pop-ups in Microsoft Edge


How-To Geek / 33min
Microsoft Edge has a built-in password manager that offers to save all your passwords. When you log in to a new website, Edge will prompt you to save the login details. But this can get quite annoying. Here’s how to disable the pop-ups in Microsoft Edge. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

City Walks Lets You Walk Around the Globe without Leaving Your Couch


24How-To Geek / 47min
International travel hasn’t exactly been a viable option over the past year, and if you’re anything like me, you’re absolutely itching to get back out there. But, until it’s safe again, you can scratch that itch with City Walks. The site features filmed walks through metropolitan areas around the world, all without narration, letting you experience them for yourself. Read This Article on Review G

Marriott’s New CEO Continues To Flatter China’s Authoritarian Rulers


View from the Wing / 54min
Late Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson lent international support for China's argument that their response to Covid-19 was world-leading. Sorenson knew that crushing the pandemic through any means necessary was good for travel and the hotel business. And he knew that flattering Chinese officials and supporting their narratives is key to staying in their good graces. China is a key growth market for Marr

How to Teach Your Kids About Money


72Wired / 56min
Financial know-how can set your little one up for lifelong well-being. These child-friendly apps can help manage allowances and even create savings goals.

Free recipe apps for whatever (and however) you want to cook


36Mashable / 57min
With a decent recipe app, you can instantly convert your smartphone or tablet into a veritable library of cookbooks. We've tried and tested five fabulous free recipe apps that together offer you well over 100,000 recipes from all around the world. Many of these also give you the ability to save recipes you want to make, allow you to easily create shopping lists of the exact ingredients you need,

Master Data, Graphs, And Algorithms With This Mathematics Training Bundle


Futurism / 59min
Mathematics was once the invisible force in our lives. Yet as we’ve learned more about big data and algorithms , math has become front and center both academically and in furthering your career. The Mastering Mathematics Training Prep Bundle offers ten courses to get a better grip on math, and it’s on sale now for just $29.99. This bundle starts with courses on discrete mathematics, precalculus,

Do I Have a Crop Sensor or Full Frame Camera?


How-To Geek / 1h
Digital cameras use a sensor that captures light to make a photo. The size of the sensor affects how your images look, so you’ll often see photographers and tutorials referring to crop sensor and full frame sensor cameras. Here’s how to know which you have—and understand the difference. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Intel’s range of more powerful Tiger Lake laptop CPUs gets leaked


24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
If it’s right, this leak shows Intel has three 8-core chips incoming, backed by a pair of 6-core models.

Hunger hormone may have a surprising impact on impulsive spending


SlashGear / 1h
The hunger hormone ghrelin may play a role in how a person manages their finances, according to new research that’ll be presented by the Endocrine Society. Ghrelin stimulates the appetite, hence its nickname as the ‘hunger hormone.’ The same hormone may also have an impact on the decisions made about one’s finances, particularly when it comes to impulsive purchases. The … Continue reading

How to Un-Setup Your Smart Home When Someone Moves Out


88Wired / 1h
It's easy enough to connect most smart gadgets, but what about disconnecting? Here's how to untangle shared devices and accounts securely.

The Peculiar Ransomware Piggybacking Off of China’s Big Hack


100+Wired / 1h
DearCry is the first attack to use the same Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities, but its lack of sophistication lessens the threat.

Why Retro-Looking Games Get So Much Love


68Wired / 1h
There’s a psychology behind our affection for retro gaming, and it’s only partly to do with nostalgia for the past.

Sex education is missing yet another crucial topic. We need to fix that.


20Mashable / 2h
Sealed Lips is Mashable’s series on pelvic pain, an experience rarely discussed but shockingly common. It isn't news that the current state of sex education in the United States is abysmal. The specific ways in which sex ed is failing students — including lack of resources for queer youth or children who've experienced trauma — have long been discussed. And, while sex education has never been ade

What Does “GOAT” Mean, and How Do You Use It?


How-To Geek / 2h
Whether you’re a sports enthusiast or a casual viewer, you’ve likely heard the term “GOAT” before. Here’s what being the “GOAT” of a sport (or anything else) means. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Twitter's 'undo send' feature could be for paying users only


28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
A new screenshot backs up speculation that a premium version of Twitter is coming for those who can afford it.

New iPad Pro Could Arrive in April with Mini-LED Display and M1-Grade Chip


400+How-To Geek / 2h
Apple may release new 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pros as early as April, according to Bloomberg report. The 12.9-inch model could feature a new mini LED display, though both reportedly pack Thunderbolt 3 ports and processors “on par” with the Mac’s M1 chip. A new, larger iPad Mini could also launch this year. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

New Royal Navy ship to protect 'critical' undersea cables


500+BBC News - Technology / 2h
UK intelligence recently warned of Russian submarines "aggressively operating" near Atlantic cables.


The best portable Bluetooth speakers in 2021


SlashGear / 3h
Talk of Bluetooth speakers and there are literally tons of them on the market by renowned brands, upcoming startups and ones developed by passionate audiophiles. While sound quality is something that every Bluetooth speaker needs to score at, there are other factors like waterproofing or battery life, that lead to the final buying decision. So what portable speakers should you … Continue reading

Give your kids a dose of '80s nostalgia with Omagles


20Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Stimulate your child's creativity with the Omagles builder set , on sale for $299 — a 6% savings — as of March 21. With technology dominating what can feel like every waking hour of your kids’ lives, you want to be sure they're using their imaginations, too. Consider diving back into the toy box of yesteryear and grab them a set of Omagles . The OG of STEM toys, Omagles is a set of over 20

Learn new leadership skills with a project management training on sale


Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Get 38 hours of project management training with the 2021 Complete PMP Career Training Certification bundle , on sale for 98% off. As of March 21, get it for only $34.99. If there’s one thing we've learned from the pandemic, it’s that companies need to have good leadership and communication skills. Both are particularly necessary when people are working from home . If your business is stru

Catch a buzz with one of these fancy espresso makers — on sale for up to 56% off


Mashable / 3h
Every coffee lover knows that the best bold and delicious brews start at the source: the coffee maker . If you're using an outdated machine, or one that's just too complicated to master, it's time to upgrade. Not only could a new device enhance the quality of your coffee, but it could also improve your morning routine exponentially. Whether you like buzzworthy espresso or single-serve cold brew,

These blue light filters attach to your MacBook screen


100+Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Protect your eyes from blue light with an Ocushield Blue Light Screen Filter , on sale for $44.99 — a 35% off discount — as of March 21. There are numerous ways to protect your eyes from the blue light associated with screen time. You could wear a pair of blue light-blocking glasses , for instance. Or you could try Ocushield , a screen protector for your MacBook. Developed by qualified opt

Want to sleep better? Check out these weekend deals.


Mashable / 3h
We’re definitely not complaining about getting an extra hour of daylight . But we are miffed about losing an hour of sleep. If you’re in the same boat, treat yourself to a deal or two that will help you get some better shut-eye. From anti-snoring gadgets and meditation apps to weighted blankets and cooling pillows , these deals will help make the transition easier. Prices are active as of March 2

Zappos Chief Executive is Looking For a Way Forward


100+NYT > Technology / 3h
Kedar Deshpande, who took over as C.E.O. in August, needs to lead the shoe seller out of the pandemic, while maintaining what his predecessor built.

More Mac malware was detected last year than ever before


28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Huge increase in malware targeting macOS devices in 2020.
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Unblock American Netflix with this high-speed VPN


32Mashable / 7h
SAVE 49%: A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £4.93 per month as of March 21, and includes an extra three months for free. We know you, and we know that you've probably exhausted all of your streaming options. You're in desperate need of some new shows and movies to watch, but you don't want to subscribe to another streaming site. We have a solution. ExpressVPN can unlock leading

Save £125 on a Nectar mattress with this dreamy code


Mashable / 7h
SAVE £125: Until March 28, you can save £125 on any Nectar mattress using the code BF125. You probably know this already because it's such a big deal, but World Sleep Day was on March 19. To celebrate this event, all the leading online mattress retailers offer deals on just about everything. It is the best time to invest in your sleep. Nectar is one of the most popular providers of mattress, pill

Grow your Pinterest audience with this online bundle


Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: The 2021 Pinterest Marketing and Growth Bundle is on sale for £14.31 as of March 21, saving you 97% on list price. Do you feel stuck in the social media game? Are you a business owner who's tried everything, but still can't manage to get a sustainable conversion rate? Don't worry, you're not the only one. If you feel as if you're all out of moves, sign up for this Pinterest Marketing and G

Save 97% on lifetime access to online courses for entrepreneurs


20Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to the MSTRMND Academy is on sale for £21.47 as of March 21, saving you 97% on list price. If you want to set yourself up for success, you can build up your business knowledge a little bit each day through MSTRMND Academy . With an ever-expanding collection of courses and ebooks, MSTRMND Academy is a great resource. And for a limited time, you can get a lifetime sub

All the best memory foam mattresses for every kind of sleep position


Mashable / 8h
Memory foam mattresses are where it's at these days. Metal springs all throughout your bed? No thanks. We'll pass. If you're looking into buying a new mattress, it helps to narrow it down to what kind of mattress you want. Memory foam is a great place to start, but as we said, it's a popular material at the moment so every leading brand using it. With this in mind, finding your dream mattress may

Tech companies predict the (economic) future


200+TechCrunch / 8h
Welcome back to The TechCrunch Exchange, a weekly startups-and-markets newsletter. It’s broadly based on the daily column that appears on Extra Crunch , but free, and made for your weekend reading. Want it in your inbox every Saturday morning? Sign up here . Earnings season is coming to a close, with public tech companies wrapping up their Q4 and 2020 disclosures. We don’t care too much about the

Brazilian Regulators Fine Apple Nearly $2 Million Over Charger-Less iPhone 12


200+Gizmodo / 12h
Regulators in the Brazilian state of São Paulo slapped Apple with a nearly $2 million fine on Friday for failing to include chargers within iPhone 12 boxes, according to 9to5Mac and a Google translation of a report from Brazilian tech news outlet Tilt . Read more...

With Rumored Redesign Around the Corner, Apple Discontinues Two iMac Configurations


56Gizmodo / 12h
Apple is in spring cleaning mode when it comes to its product inventory. In recent weeks, not only has it said, “mmm, bye,” to the iMac Pro and the original HomePod , but now the company has tar


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