Friday, June 18, 2021

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Airspeeder's Flying Race Car Makes Podracing a Reality


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While most companies in the eVTOL industry are fighting to get their helicopter-like commercial vehicles through regulations and certifications, Airspeeder hopes to begin its flying car races before the end of 2021. The Podracing-type sport will start with three unmanned races before hosting its first crewed race in 2022. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

US & Canada Border Closure To Be Extended (Again)


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The border between the United States and Canada is currently closed through June 21, 2021. There had been optimism among many that the border would reopen as of that day, given that there’s widespread vaccination on both sides of the border, cases are way down in both countries, and we’re getting into peak summer holidays. It’s now being reported that the border closure will be extended, though w

Southwest unveils new ‘freedom’ livery, gives workers 50,000 points for 50th anniversary


1KThe Points Guy / 7h
Southwest unveiled a new aircraft livery on Friday as it celebrated its 50th anniversary. The carrier also said it would dole out 50,000 Rapid Rewards frequent flyer points to its workforce of more than 55,000 people. The livery, dubbed “Freedom One,” is meant as a nod to members and veterans of the armed forces, including nearly 8,000 Southwest employees. The American-flag design on the Boeing 7


How Reddit turned its millions of users into a content moderation army


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Reddit has an unusual and multi-layered approach to content moderation.

Twitter Rallies Behind HBO Max Intern Blamed for Test Email Accidentally Sent to Subscribers


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HBO Max has confirmed that one of its interns was behind the strange email mistakenly sent out to subscribers on Thursday evening, prompting an outpouring of support on Twitter as users came out to share their own horror stories of workplace screw-ups in solidarity. Read more...

Fantasy Football League 'Total Loser' Sentenced to 24-Hour Stint in Waffle House as Punishment


25Gizmodo / 2h
Let it be known that one should never assume that they are incapable of losing their fantasy football league. It’s an even worse idea to create a penalty meant to make others suffer because you never know if that person could be you. Journalist Lee Sanderlin learned this the hard way after spending 15 hours in “waffle… Read more...

How to change your Netflix password


Mashable / 2h
Welp. It happened again. You forgot your Netflix password. Or you got an extremely suss email saying someone tried to log into your account from Canada or somewhere Or your ex of five years is still leeching onto your account to watch The Great British Bake Off and it's time to cut them off. It's OK. We've all been there. Whatever your case may be, you find yourself needing to change your Netflix

Microsoft is planning major Asia cloud push


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Microsoft is reportedly planning to build four new data centers in China by the beginning of 2022.

Watch woodpecker destroy hidden camera one obnoxious peck at a time


SlashGear / 3h
You’ve probably seen or heard a woodpecker in action at some point; they’re the small birds that can spend hours driving everyone in the vicinity to madness with incessant taps against trees or wood buildings. What you probably haven’t seen is what it looks like to be the object subjected to the woodpecker’s wrath — until now, that is. A … Continue reading

How to cancel your Disney+ subscription


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YouTube Will Roll Out Picture-in-Picture Support to iOS Users Starting with Premium Subscribers


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At long last, the YouTube app on iOS is getting picture-in-picture support, allowing users to continue watching videos in a small pop-up window while scrolling on their iPhones and iPads. Read more...

American AAdvantage Offering Some Cardmembers Unlimited 5X On All Spending


View from the Wing / 4h
American AAdvantage has a 40th anniversary promotion which runs June 7 through July 17 where AAdvantage members with co-brand credit cards issued by Santander Bank earn about 5 miles per dollar. This is one of the richest credit card promotions I have seen, ever , at least that wasn't based on a mistake of sorts. Continue reading ...

10 Pure and Beautiful On-Screen Platonic Male Friendships to Watch with the Boys


33Gizmodo / 4h
Though The Falcon and the Winter Soldier has come and gone , the show is back in the news again following yet another perplexing interview . This time actor Anthony Mackie, who shared some thoughts about fans who were disappointed to learn that Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes don’t see it for one another, romantically. Read more...

Surprise hit Cruel Summer gets second season, but with one big mystery


SlashGear / 4h
Surprise Freeform hit drama series Cruel Summer will return for a second season, but it may not look the same when it arrives. It’s still-to-be-determined whether the show will return with the same cast and a continuing storyline or if it will leave behind the Turner-Wallis saga and start fresh with a new cast and an entirely new story. Cruel … Continue reading

Thanos returns to Fortnite: How to get the skin and back bling for free


SlashGear / 5h
Supervillain Thanos is returning to Fortnite yet again, this time in the form of a new tournament open to all players. Called the Thanos Cup, this new non-cash tournament will give players the chance to unlock the Thanos skin and related back bling for free. You’ll need a partner to compete as the Thanos Cup is Duos only. Thanos has … Continue reading

This Revolutionary Mouthpiece Fights the Effects of Sleep Apnea and Snoring


Futurism / 5h
It’s bedtime , but you know you won’t be sleeping since your significant other snores. If you’re partners with one of the 50-percent of men or 24-percent of women who snore , you already know the strain it can have on your relationship. In fact, snoring is the third leading cause of divorce in the United States with 56-percent of snorer’s partners claiming it has an adverse effect on their well b

21 binge-worthy LGBTQ TV shows to watch this Pride


Mashable / 5h
Mashable is celebrating Pride Month by exploring the modern LGBTQ world, from the people who make up the community to the spaces where they congregate, both online and off. From Ellen and Queer As Folk to Absolutely Fabulous and Golden Girls, LGBTQ TV has existed as a subgenre for decades. In the streaming era, however, queer stories are being told more frequently and more authentically than ever

Google may be adding Bluetooth detection to its Find My Device service


21Engadget / 5h
Google may be working on expanding Android’s Find My Device functionality to more closely match the capabilities of Apple’s Find My network.

Star Wars Goes New School and Old School, and More of the Best Toys of the Week


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Welcome back to Toy Aisle, io9's regular round up of all things good and plastic. This week, another Into the Spider-Verse Spidey swings into action, Hasbro now deems ‘90s kids old enough to be retro-targeted with Star Wars packaging, and... how do you feel about building a Lego shoe? Check it out! Read more...

Alaska Airlines shows its Pride with LGBTQIA+ livery


The Points Guy / 6h
Alaska Airlines going all out for Pride celebrations this year honoring the LGBTQIA+ community with a special livery celebrating the community. Alaska’s freshly modified “Fly with Pride” A320 jet made its debut this week with what Alaska calls a “Parade in the Sky,” starting in Seattle, with stops in Portland, Oregon; San Francisco, and San Diego on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. New to The Points Guy?

Wow: Southwest Airlines Gifts All Employees 50K Rapid Rewards Points


300+One Mile at a Time / 6h
Southwest Airlines is celebrating a major milestone today, and employees are the big winners. Southwest Airlines’ anniversary gift to employees Southwest Airlines is today celebrating its 50th anniversary, as the beloved airline operated its first flight on June 18, 1971. The airline celebrated this special occasion with an event for employees. During this event, Southwest unveiled a Boeing 737-8

Frasier 2022 revival cast teased with notes on Martin


SlashGear / 6h
An interview with Kelsey Grammer revealed a few previously rumored details about the next chapter for Frasier Crane. Some cast members will not be returning – most notably John Mahoney, who passed away in the year 2018. As Mahoney portrayed a main character in the main Frasier series, the first episode will deal with the subject of the death of … Continue reading

This weekend's best laptop deals aren't at Amazon - they're at Walmart


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Shopping for Amazon Prime Day laptop deals? Here are some awesome alternate options from Walmart, starting at $419.


Buy Air France-KLM Flying Blue Miles With 80% Bonus


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Air France-KLM’s Flying Blue program has just rolled out its latest promotion on purchased miles, which could represent a good deal, especially with more international borders opening up. Buy Flying Blue miles with 80% bonus The Flying Blue program has just launched its latest bonus on purchased miles . Through Friday, July 9, 2021, you can receive up to an 80% bonus when you purchase miles: Buy

Spotify Buys Podz to Make It Easier to Find Podcasts You Actually Like


21Gizmodo / 6h
Finding a new podcast you actually like is easier said than done. It’s a task that requires time, effort, and a good chunk of your attention. Spotify wants to make this tedious process easier and is betting that podcast discovery technology developed by a startup will help its users find and get hooked on new shows. Read more...

Extra Crunch roundup: influencer marketing 101, spotting future unicorns, Apple AirTags teardown


61TechCrunch / 6h
With the right message, even a small startup can connect with established and emerging stars on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube who will promote your products and services — as long as your marketing team understands the influencer marketplace. Creators have a wide variety of brands and revenue channels to choose from, but marketers who understand how to court these influencers can make inroads no

The Double Decker Bus is Goin' Electric and Cruisin' to the U.S.


56How-To Geek / 6h
When it comes to buses, you’ll find two rare varieties in the U.S. Electric buses and double-decker buses. Now bus-manufacturing company NFI wants to tackle both. At the same time. In a single bus. That’s right, a double-decker EV bus is coming to the U.S. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

This Cute Robot Will Be Sacrificed to a Hurricane for Science


100+How-To Geek / 6h
While we can usually forecast where a hurricane will travel, it’s hard to predict how strong a storm will get. That’s why NOAA and Saildrone are sending a fleet of seafaring drones into the Atlantic ocean this hurricane season. The drones will sail headfirst into hurricanes, taking measurements that may help us understand the storms’ growth patterns. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

The 7 Best Pinball Machines You Can Actually Buy


How-To Geek / 6h
Getting your hands on a pinball machine may seem extremely difficult, but it’s actually easier than you may think. From home-friendly, digital machines to the real deal, you’ve got a few options for purchasing a pinball machine nowadays. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

This Newly-Discovered Exoplanet Looks Like Neptune and Might Have Water Clouds


How-To Geek / 6h
Astronomers have discovered a Neptune-like exoplanet 90 light-years from Earth with an interesting atmosphere and possibly even water clouds. While that might not sound exciting, it is a big deal as it suggests the possibility of life elsewhere. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Pre-Order Bungie's 'Destiny' Toaster and Get an Exclusive In-Game Emblem


20How-To Geek / 6h
Alright, 2021 is officially the year of gamer kitchens. Just days after the Xbox mini fridge reveal, Bungie is opening pre-orders for its Destiny toaster. The $85 toaster leaves Tricorn logos on your bread, and it comes with a free sandwich carrier and in-game Toast emblem. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Forget Dad: Buy Yourself Some Great iFixit Tools During Its Father's Day Sale


How-To Geek / 6h
Dad doesn’t need any more tools, does he? iFixit is offering free shipping plus $10 off all orders $50 or more with coupon code DADS2021. Now’s the perfect time to save on a full Manta Driver Kit, a Pro Tech Toolkit (my personal favorite), or replacement parts for your busted electronics. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

See the Colorful LEGO House in the Latest 'Microsoft Flight Simulator' Update


How-To Geek / 6h
Summertime is the best time to enjoy an aerial tour of stunning Nordic vistas, which is exactly why Microsoft made the region the focal point of its latest Flight Simulator update. Players can now cruise around the Nordic countries and peep views, landmarks, and more. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Wyze AMA: Web View, New Cam Pan, Matter Support, and More


How-To Geek / 6h
Over on Reddit, Dave Crosby, the cofounder of Wyze, did an Ask Me Anything (AMA), inviting questions from users about upcoming products, plans, and more. We learned about upcoming plans from that AMA, like a new web interface to check your camera feeds, but you’ll have to pay a subscription. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

The President of AAdvantage Wants To Replace Award Charts With A Real Estate Website


View from the Wing / 6h
The President of the American AAdvantage program says they're intending to get rid of award charts . He offered that they're working on a replacement like "a real estate website that shows you how many people have bought a property in a given area and for what price range, as well as a ticker for how many people are looking at a specific property right now." The more I think about this model, and

Register for our next Return of Travel webinar with luxury-travel expert Tom Ho


The Points Guy / 6h
Register now June is Pride Month, and with the ongoing progress on the coronavirus pandemic , there’s a lot happening around the world to honor the LGBTQIA+ community. Here at TPG, we’re doing our part to celebrate both the rebound of the travel industry and Pride Month — including our next Return of Travel webinar. Next Wednesday June 23, join TPG’s founder and CEO Brian Kelly as he sits down wi

14 best comedy movies on Amazon Prime for when you need a laugh


Mashable / 6h
Hey you! Yes, you! Trying to find something to watch on your friendly neighborhood international multibillion-dollar corporation's streaming service? It's OK to ignore the ever-growing pile of worthy but soul-crushing dramas and acclaimed documentaries on your watchlist for another hour or two, and hit play on some of the finest comedies in the Amazon Prime Video library. Pull up a couch and prep

18 best musicals on Disney+ for when you need to burst out in song


Mashable / 6h
While Disney has created films in many genres over its lifetime, musicals are at the heart of the entertainment studio. Thankfully, Disney+ has made many song-filled stories available for streaming, including those dreamed up by Disney and other distributors. Whether you want to sing along to an animated classic like Hercules , a popular Broadway musical like Newsies , or a live-action favorite l

2021 Volkswagen Jetta Review: Sober Value


SlashGear / 7h
Volkswagen would probably call the 2021 Jetta “pragmatic,” and rationality certainly is the name of the game for one of the most affordable cars on the market right now. A mainstay of the compact sedan segment since 1979, the Jetta always promised a balance between the playful Golf and the grown-up Passat. These days, though, the Jetta may have matured … Continue reading

The biggest (and strangest) moments of E3 2021


SlashGear / 7h
E3 2021 has wrapped, and it’s safe to say that it was a fairly up and down show. The event was home to some major announcements presented side-by-side with segments that felt like they didn’t really fit the typical E3 schedule. Despite the awkwardness that comes with transitioning a show that normally takes place in-person to an entirely online one, … Continue reading

EA tests FIFA Ultimate Team loot boxes you can preview


Engadget / 7h
As part of FIFA 21’s ongoing Festival of FUTball event, EA is selling new Ultimate Team Preview Packs that allow you to see their contents before you make a decision whether to buy them.

Godzilla vs. Megalon Might Be a Mess, But It Kind of Knows It


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In just a few more weeks, Godzilla Singular Point is finally hitting Netflix , and that means we’re getting a brand new version of one of our favorite super robot pals, Jet Jaguar . To celebrate, we’re looking back at his origin story in Godzilla vs. Megalon , and finding a movie that is, for better or worse, the… Read more...

How to set an alarm on Apple Watch


20Mashable / 7h
The Apple Watch can be used for many things — tracking your health and fitness, keeping your schedule up to date, sending texts, and more. But it can also be used as your own personal alarm. Whether you're a light sleeper who rises with the sun, or a heavy sleeper who continuously hits snooze, it never hurts to have a backup alarm, especially if it's already on your wrist. Here's how to set an al


How to Manage Extra-Oily Skin During Hot Weather


Lifehacker / 7h
Summer hasn’t even officially started, but many parts of the country have already seen soaring temperatures and extreme heat. Hot weather is annoying—and potentially dangerous—for many reasons, and one of the irritating parts is what it does to your skin. Read more...

YouTube on iOS PiP makes it much easier to watch videos while multitasking


SlashGear / 7h
YouTube is now rolling out the ability for all users to watch videos with picture-in-picture mode, which reduces the video players to a small floating screen on one’s phone or tablet. This feature won’t be limited to only premium customers as some had previously speculated, though those premium customers will get access to the PiP support first. Android users have … Continue reading

Twitter users are comforting the intern behind that mass HBO Max email with work horror stories


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MacBook Pro M1X and Mac mini may release Intel from service in 2021


SlashGear / 8h
The release date for a new M1X version of the MacBook Pro from Apple, along with a new Mac mini appear to be headed for a special event. It’s been rumored that the most powerful and updated Mac mini with M1X chip inside will be revealed at an event in the forth quarter of this year, 2021. It’s also tipped … Continue reading

Scammers sending out knock-off crypto wallets that could steal your coins


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Cybercriminals continue to prey on Ledger customers using information from a data breach which occurred in July of last year.

Hilton’s new Maldives resort opens at the end of 2021 — and each room has a private pool


100+The Points Guy / 8h
There’s no shortage of luxury hotels in the Maldives, and Hilton Hotels already has several properties in the South Asia archipelago. Now, it’s preparing to open another property. Hilton announced on June 17 that the Hilton Maldives Amingiri would open to guests at the end of 2021. The hotel will feature 109 rooms — all beach or water villas. Each villa will have a private pool and the resort wil

Google Maps and your business: Time to check it, now, today


SlashGear / 8h
It’s time to take a peek at how you and your business appear on Google Maps – and the rest of the internet. This isn’t just about having your own web page, and it’s not about updating your “under construction” Facebook group. It’s about seeing your business through the eyes of the everyday potential customer – and seeing how messy … Continue reading

Tool around in a real-time generated AI version of 'GTAV'


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YouTuber Harrison Kinsley shared a video on GAN Theft Auto, an AI that can generate a playable stretch of Grand Theft Auto V’s gameworld on its own.

YouTube's iOS app is finally getting picture-in-picture


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21Engadget / 8h
It'll be a Premium feature at first before rolling out to all users in the US.

No, there is no evidence that the F.B.I. organized the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.


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The term “unindicted co-conspirators” generally refers to individuals for whom there is insufficient evidence to bring charges or who have cut a deal. “Legally, it wouldn’t make sense to call informants co-conspirators,” said one legal expert.

Ring Car Cam leaks: This could be Amazon’s Alexa dash-cam


SlashGear / 8h
Details and what appears to be an image of Ring’s upcoming Car Cam have leaked, with the connected dash cam expected to add security both when the vehicle is parked and while it’s on the move. The newest addition to Ring’s line-up was actually announced in September 2020 as part of Amazon’s big device launch, though at the time no … Continue reading

Researchers say they’ve found the ideal strategy to pay off student loans


SlashGear / 8h
When many people near college graduation, they begin to contemplate how they’ll deal with the student loans they’ve racked up over the past few years. The burden — which grows more substantial with every generation — can result in stress and, if not managed properly, may throw one’s life plans off track for several years. Mathematicians with the University of … Continue reading

Falcon and The Winter Soldier's Lack of Queer Representation Isn't On Anthony Mackie


53Gizmodo / 8h
Falcon and The Winter Soldier might be in the rear-view mirror for Marvel and Disney as the company turns its eyes to Loki , but the discourse around the show returned to the forefront of fandom last night in the wake of a new interview with Captain America himself, Anthony Mackie . But the furor around Mackie’s answers… Read more...

Amazon Prime Day 2021 demands caution


SlashGear / 8h
Amazon knows you love a bargain, and that’s what makes events like Prime Day 2021 so appealing. The online retailer has benefited handsomely over the past 12 months, as pandemic shoppers shifted to the internet in droves. Now, as it has for the past few years, Prime Day is coming to bring even more deals, though as always caution is … Continue reading

'Candyman' director talks taking on racial injustice in her upcoming horror film


82Mashable / 8h
Candyman director Nia DaCosta is giving us even more reason to be excited for her upcoming film. Ahead of Juneteenth this Saturday, Universal Pictures released an interview with DaCosta, who co-wrote the film with Win Rosenfeld and producer Jordan Peele. A sequel to Bernard Rose's 1992 film of the same, Candyman is iconic for its urban legend-sewn horror and themes of social injustice. In the cli

Xbox Design Lab is back: Still with these limits?


SlashGear / 9h
I’ve designed a custom Xbox controller before – back when they first released the program into the wild. Now, things are slightly better, but still not as wild and crazy as I’d like them to be. To Microsoft’s credit, they’re not going full “MySpace design non-limits” with official color options, but they’re not restricting users to pre-made combinations of colors, … Continue reading

Taylor Swift announces 'Red (Taylor's Version)' with sweet, emotional note


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Mashable / 9h
Truly, we are the lucky ones. Taylor Swift announced Friday that her next album re-release will be the moody, emotional, thoughtful Red, which originally dropped in 2012. The perfect fall album, Red includes the singles "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," "I Knew You Were Trouble," and "22," among others. In a note posted to Twitter, Swift shared that Red (Taylor's Version) "will be the fi

Nvidia to splash $100m on UK supercomputer near Arm HQ


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Nvidia is showing its commitment to both the UK and Arm by investing heavily in the Cambridge-1 supercomputer project.

Three Things I Didn’t Know About The Emirates Credit Card


View from the Wing / 9h
There are (3) things I did not realize about this card when I wrote about the 60,000 point initial bonus offer and the ability to spend towards elite status this year. All three are good for cardmembers. Continue reading ...


These are the top 5 VPN deals you can get this Amazon Prime Day weekend


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These VPN promotions offer prime savings. Find the current best VPN deals available in celebration of one of the year's biggest savings events.

Can cheap home gym gadgets from Amazon get you fit? I found out, ready for Prime Day


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Do you need to spend loads of money on fancy home gym gear? It's time for an investigation.

Everything coming to Discovery+ in July 2021


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How to connect a Bluetooth speaker to your TV


Mashable / 9h
Connecting an extra speaker or two to your television is a great way to create your own little home theater experience. If you've been reluctant to introduce new speakers into your home for fear of adding to the terrifying snake pit of tangled cords behind your entertainment center, a Bluetooth speaker can help amplify your sound without adding to the mess. There are nuances depending on the indi

Perspectives on tackling Big Tech’s market power


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The need for markets-focused competition watchdogs and consumer-centric privacy regulators to think outside their respective ‘legal silos’ and find creative ways to work together to tackle the challenge of big tech market power was the impetus for a couple of fascinating panel discussions organized by the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR), which were livestreamed yesterday but are availa

California digital COVID-19 vaccine card launches (but don’t call it a vaccine passport)


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SlashGear / 10h
California is the first US state to launch a digital COVID-19 vaccine record, a system tracking coronavirus healthcare that’s likely to be as controversial as it is useful. The system, which went live today, allows residents of California to prove their vaccine status without having to carry around a physical card. It comes as nearly 20 million people in California … Continue reading

Save Big On Learning With These Highly Rated Apps & Subscriptions You Won’t Find On Amazon


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Check out these deals you can’t find on Amazon, each of which features a highly rated digital subscription that could change your life. Build security for your computer, build strength for yourself, and accomplish so much more with these amazing purchases. These are the best prices you’ll find online. Design Wizard Pro: Lifetime Subscription This browser-based graphic design software, pictured ab

There's No Way Out On Star Wars: The Bad Batch


52Gizmodo / 10h
You know the phrase “Stuck between a rock and a hard place?” Well, that was the latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch . Except this time there were several rocks, several hard places, and in the middle? Clone Force 99, aka, The Bad Batch. Read more...

Why Windows 11 won’t be another Windows 8


SlashGear / 10h
Microsoft has a plan to reveal and potentially release Windows 11 this year, the year 2021. When you get your first look at the operating system, courtesy of leaked Beta builds and teasers, you might be shocked. You won’t be shocked because the OS looks so shockingly different from what’s available now in Windows 10 – you’ll more likely be … Continue reading

Everything you missed at 2021's all-digital E3


20Engadget / 10h
The first online-only E3 officially ended Tuesday, but Summer Game Fest has just begun. Engadget editors take stock of what the major players got right.

The Epic Games Store might be getting two huge games


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SlashGear / 10h
It looks like the Epic Games Store may soon be getting two big-name games. Users have discovered references to both Final Fantasy VII Remake and Alan Wake Remastered lurking in listings published to an Epic Games Store data tracker. The listings suggest that both games are on the way to the Epic Games Store (and PC in general) before either … Continue reading

Kaspersky boosts password manager on Windows, mobile


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Kaspersky has added new features and improvements to its password manager on both desktop and mobile.

Supergirl's Cinematic Supersuit Is Here In a Tiny New Flash Tease


61Gizmodo / 10h
The girl of steel is upon us—but before she flies off to cinematic adventures on her own, she’ll be suiting up in Andy Muschietti’s multiversal shenanigans in The Flash , and we’ve got a tiny new glimpse of her costume. Read more...

Forget OnePlus merging with Oppo: 5 other smartphone partnerships we'd love to see


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As OnePlus and Oppo become even closer, we fantasize about the smartphone manufacturer mash-ups that could produce the perfect phone.

How to Use Jealousy to Your Advantage at Work


Lifehacker / 11h
It’s easy to compare yourself to other people—especially ones you’re around a lot, like your co-workers. And while no one sets out to be envious of a colleague, sometimes it just happens. But, the good news is that you can use that feeling to improve your own performance. Dr. Camille Johnson, an associate dean and… Read more...

The 2022 Honda Civic cabin throws down an unexpected challenge


SlashGear / 11h
With a starting price of $22,694 for the 2022 Civic Sedan LX, nobody is expecting a Bentley-level interior from Honda’s new mass-market car. Real wood, authentic metal, and artisan stitching on your hand-tanned leather is always going to come at a price. There’s a good reason, after all, that luxury cars typically start at six-figures and spiral up from there. … Continue reading

Google's $99 Pixel Buds A-Series are now available


20Engadget / 11h
You can buy the Pixel Buds A-Series starting today on Google's website, as well as retailers like Best Buy and Walmart.

Samsung Galaxy S22 leak tips iPhone 13-matching potential


SlashGear / 11h
The Samsung Galaxy S22 was leaked today in three sizes, each of them either relatively small or surprisingly large. The Samsung Galaxy S22 would appear to be spreading out their options, according to the data shared. The Samsung Galaxy S21 had display sizes of 6.2-inches, 6.7-inches, and 6.8-inches. That wasn’t all that far off from the Samsung Galaxy S20, which … Continue reading

British Airways 787 Dreamliner collapses as nose gear gives way


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55The Points Guy / 11h
A maintenance error may have caused a British Airways 787-8 Dreamliner jet to collapse on its nose at London’s Heathrow Airport Friday morning June 18. The plane was being readied for a cargo flight to Frankfurt, Germany. According to reports, the front landing gear, beneath the pilot’s cabin, gave way not while the plane was taxiing on the runway or being pushed back, but while it was parked on

Another Former Garuda Indonesia CEO Going To Jail


60One Mile at a Time / 11h
Garuda Indonesia has long been an airline with lousy management and amazing employees. Here’s the latest example of that, as Garuda Indonesia’s former CEO has been fined and sentenced to jail for smuggling (not to be confused with the former Garuda Indonesia CEO who was fined and sentenced to jail last year for bribery and money laundering). This is all unrelated to Garuda Indonesia’s current sit


14 of Rick and Morty's Most Excellent Season 4 Moments


40Gizmodo / 11h
It’s still hard to believe—after so many lengthy delays between previous seasons —that season five of Adult Swim’s Rick and Morty is almost upon us. While we count down the moments until the Emmy-winning series returns on June 20, we thought we’d also look back on season four, highlighting 14 of our favorite and most… Read more...

10 incredible overwater bungalows you can book with points


41The Points Guy / 11h
If you’ve been saving up your hard-earned hotel points over the last year and a half, you might be looking to splurge on something fancy. Well, it doesn’t get more aspirational than an overwater bungalow. These iconic rooms are commonly found throughout the Maldives , French Polynesia and Fiji , and feature a sizable room built (at least partially) on stilts over a crystal-clear lagoon. While man

The second-gen iZotope Spire Studio is a big improvement at a big cost


Engadget / 11h
If you liked the original Spire portable studio from iZotope, you'll love the second generation. But be warned, the solid upgrades come at a price.

How to watch Tour de France 2021: dates, stages, free live streams and from anywhere


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Catch every stage of the Grand Tour in all its glory with a 2021 Tour de France live stream no matter where you are, and with free options, dates and stages explained here.

Quantum computing comes to Google Cloud


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Businesses can now access a quantum computer from the GCO marketplace.

Amazon’s Open Secret


30NYT > Technology / 11h
The persistence of bogus reviews raises big questions for Amazon.

Chase Sapphire Preferred Vs. Capital One Venture: Which Is Better?


One Mile at a Time / 11h
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card ( review ) and Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card ( review ) are two of the most popular mid-range travel rewards credit cards . While the cards have similar annual fees, most other aspects of the cards differ. I think both cards can make sense for certain consumers, but given how different they are, it’s worth understanding which card is better for your si

Some Practical Advice for Living With a Writer


47Wired / 11h
It's not always easy, but fantasy author Jane Lindskold's book Wanderings on Writing provides some honest tips.

This Bot Clicking Ads on Climate Articles Shows the News Is Broken


Gizmodo / 11h
Watching Synthetic Messenger is a somewhat dissociative experience. It operates in a Zoom call with 100 participants, all of whom are bots. Observers can watch these bots—which are strangely anthropomorphized with images of disembodied hands and voices that say “scroll” and “click” repeatedly—methodically scroll… Read more...

The Difference Between Mold and Mildew, and How to Get Rid of Both


Lifehacker / 11h
That green stuff that grows on old bread—that’s mold, right? What about the black coating on damp parts of a basement? Which one has that musty smell? Basically: what’s the difference between mold and mildew? That’s exactly what Michael Rubino, author of The Mold Medic: An Expert’s Guide on Mold Removal , addressed in… Read more...

Battling bias, Google is changing how skin color is classified


SlashGear / 11h
Google is changing how it classifies skin color, quietly working on a new system which the search giant hopes will avoid embarrassing accusations of bias in future tech. The ways in which machine learning and artificial intelligence, along with wearables and other devices, deal with different skin colors has led to numerous problems in recent years. That’s ranged from misclassification … Continue

I Was Approved For Sapphire Preferred 100,000 Point Offer!


View from the Wing / 11h
From the card’s earning, to its redemption options, to its look and feel, Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card was at the vanguard of ushering in a new era for rewards cards. And when they first introduced primary car rental collision coverage, it let me drop my Diners Club card – the only other card that felt as special when I first got it, what feels like a million years ago. If Chase wants to give m

This week's best deals: Get two Echo Dots for $50 ahead of Amazon Prime Day


20Engadget / 12h
Here are the week's best tech deals including early Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on Echo Dots and the Echo Show 5, and the Beats Flex earbuds for $39.

Metro Exodus arrives on PS5 and Xbox Series X


SlashGear / 12h
Another game from the previous generation is getting an Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 upgrade today, and that game is Metro Exodus from 4A Games and Deep Silver. The companies say that the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 versions of Metro Exodus will offer 4K visuals at 60 frames per second along with ray-traced lighting. It’s offered as … Continue reading

Voxi's unique SIM only deals promotion makes it stand out from the crowd


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Voxi's flexible and affordable SIM only deals are some of the best around for a few key reasons.

Google Pixel 6 leak confirms weird new direction


SlashGear / 12h
The Google Pixel 6 represents a whole new direction for the industrial design of the Google Pixel line. It would appear that smartphone that represents the most essential bits of the Android experience from Google does not need to be basic – it does not need to be a clean, standard slate on which Android itself is the only focus. … Continue reading

Doctor Strange 2 will be scarier than we thought – here's why


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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness will be scarier than audiences expect, according to its writer.

Elon Musk's Boring Company is reportedly pitching freight tunnels


76Engadget / 12h
The Boring Company is shifting its attention to wider, freight-friendly tunnels after its early commuter passages got a frigid response.

Mediflash is a freelancer marketplace for health professionals


53TechCrunch / 12h
Meet Mediflash , a new French startup that wants to improve temp staffing in healthcare facilities, such as nursing homes, clinics and mental health facilities. The company positions itself as an alternative to traditional temp staffing agencies. They claim to offer better terms for both caregivers and institutions. “It costs a small fortune to health facilities while caregivers are paid poorly,”

Owning the paycheck is the key to fintech success


23TechCrunch / 12h
Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch’s venture capital-focused podcast, where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. This week, Natasha and Danny , otherwise known as your two new favorite Book influencers (inside joke, you’ll get if you listen to the show), hopped on the mics to take everyone through the news, with Grace and Chris in the background. Here’s what we got into: Wise ann


Your Life is a Movie, And Porsche Will Provide the Soundtrack


How-To Geek / 12h
Picture this: you’re rolling down the highway pushing 80, windows down, wind blowing through your hair. A shockingly fitting rock track plays through the speakers of your Porsche Taycan, making your life feel like a scene from an action flick. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

How to Use the Conversation Widget on Android


How-To Geek / 12h
Smartphones might be able to make calls, but most people are using them to send messages. With Android’s “Conversation Widget,” it’s easier than ever to keep up with all your chats. Here’s how to put them front and center, right on your handset’s home screen. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Forget the Apple Watch, Here's a Tamagotchi Smartwatch


92How-To Geek / 12h
It’s a lot harder to neglect a Tamagotchi when it’s strapped to your wrist. At least, that seems to be the idea behind Bandai’s newly-announced Tamagotchi Smart, a wearable that lets you raise virtual pets on the go. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Cruise operator Carnival reveals another data breach


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Breached data includes details about some customers, employees, and crew.

Cameras, cameras and more cameras: Noise Cancelling podcast episode 69


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The best tech podcast you've never heard, pumped straight into your ears.

Emergency alerts are changing, with a new type you can’t opt-out of


SlashGear / 12h
Emergency Alerts – the loud, often-startling warning notifications that pop up on your phone, TV, and radio – are getting a revamp, the FCC has announced, including a new “National Alerts” category which you won’t be able to opt-out of. The Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts can be used for everything from forest fire warnings to incoming ballistic … Continue reading

4 things you need to know about Juneteenth, a new federal holiday


53Mashable / 12h
Juneteenth celebrations this year will include a victory lap for advocates who have fought long and hard for national recognition of America's second day of freedom. Just days before its 156th anniversary, President Joe Biden signed a bill making Juneteenth, which marks the true end of slavery, an official federal holiday. On July Fourth, the nation will celebrate its independence that began in 1


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