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The Suicide Squad's slow debut dampens hopes of an imminent box office recovery
90TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad posted the second lowest box office debut in DCEU history.
Vodafone to bring back roaming charges from January
Vodafone UK EU Europe•
1KBBC News - Technology / 2h
It follows EE's decision to reintroduce daily charges for using phone tariffs while in Europe
What Is Encryption, and How Does It Work?
60How-To Geek / 1h
If you write something down that is important, private, or sensitive you might worry that someone else is going to read it. If you need to give it to a messenger to take to another person, the risk of the wrong people reading that message increases. Encryption changes the composition of a message or data so that only people who know how to return it to its original form can read it. To anyone els
Groupon told to improve how it treats customers
BBC News - Technology / 6min
The competition watchdog warns the discounter it faces legal action unless it takes 'swift' action.
Vivo Y53s smartphone with 64MP triple-rear camera launched in India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
Vivo's new smartphone the Y53s has been launched in India with a 64MP triple-rear camera, 5000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging.
There's a secret web browser hidden on PS5 – here's how to access it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
Here’s all you need to know about PS5's secret hidden web browser.
Simple One to have the largest boot of any premium scooter
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
Simple Energy’s One electric scooter will have an under-seat boot capacity of 30L and a fast-charging rate of 2.5km per minute.
Nokia C20 Plus is an affordable Android phone that comes with 2-day battery life
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7min
Nokia has unveiled 5 new phones in India, including the Nokia XR20. These phones will be made available in over a time period starting today till the upcoming festive season.
Acura NSX GT3 Evo22 debuts with performance updates
SlashGear / 11min
The Acura NSX GT3 has won multiple class wins in IMSA GTD and SRO GT racing since debuting in 2017. Acura is now debuting the latest version of its race car called the NSX GT3 Evo22, hot on the heels of the NSX Type S, the final production run of Acura’s hybrid supercar. But unlike the NSX Type S (which … Continue reading
Emirates’ Catchy “I Want To Fly The World” Song
One Mile at a Time / 22min
While not as impressive as Emirates’ Burj Khalifa stunt , I still find this to be really catchy… perhaps too catchy? Emirates’ “I Want To Fly The World” video Emirates has just released a song of sorts, called “I Want To Fly The World.” Here’s how Emirates describes the video: We’ve been through really challenging times but it can only get better from here. Shake off last year’s blues and take ba
LawVu, a cloud-based platform for in-house legal teams, raises $17M NZD from Insight Partners
22TechCrunch / 27min
In-house legal teams play a critical role in companies, but a lot of them don’t have the same kind of technology as their counterparts in sales or finance. Instead, they often rely on email, shared inboxes and spreadsheets. LawVu gives them a cloud-based platform to share legal advice, documents, communicate with each other or external counsel and create reports for the rest of the company, inclu
View of striated rock formations along shore at Pictured Rocks; rowboat on sand in foreground. Printed on front: “11864...
Music, Arts & Literature / 29min
View of striated rock formations along shore at Pictured Rocks; rowboat on sand in foreground. Printed on front: “11864, Pictured Rocks, Lake Superior. Detroit Publishing Co.” Printed on back: “Phostint card made only by Detroit Publishing Co.” Handwritten on back in upper right corner: “8/9/12.” Courtesy of the Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library
First on TPG: Amex unveils fall cardholder events, including a floating NYC restaurant and more
The Points Guy / 31min
Sometimes, credit card rewards aren’t just about points or cash back. From Peloton partnerships to lounge access , card issuers know that experiences are effective ways to get cardholders engaged. Two years ago, Amex’s acquisition of restaurant reservations platform Resy was a step towards making dining out a key cardholder value proposition. And earlier this summer, Amex and Resy launched the Gl
Passengers Revolt, Get Racist Flight Attendants Kick Off Flight
View from the Wing / 31min
Two men 'huffed' at a flight attendant when asked to put on their shoes for the plane's takeoff as the aircraft taxied out. The crewmember appears to have escalated the encounter, and asked the pilot to head back to the gate - where police were called and armed officers entered the aircraft to remove the men who were described as "disobedient." Video of the incident shows other passengers objecti
What Windows 11 Can Learn from Linux’s KDE Plasma Desktop
How-To Geek / 32min
If you’ve tried Windows 11, you might have noticed Microsoft making an effort to bring the Windows desktop experience on par with contemporary Mac and Linux desktop environments. But in some areas, Microsoft’s latest release doesn’t compare. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
How to Run Puppeteer and Headless Chrome in a Docker Container
How-To Geek / 32min
Puppeteer is a Node.js library which lets you interact with the Chrome web browser. Recent releases also include Firefox support. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
How To Reset Your Forgotten Linux Password in WSL
How-To Geek / 32min
Forget your Windows Subsystem for Linux user password and you’ll be locked in a loop. To reset your password … you need to know your password. Here’s how to escape from that cycle. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
NASA maps red giant stars using TESS
SlashGear / 32min
The NASA mission known as TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) has been very successful and has discovered a huge number of exoplanets so far. TESS was specifically designed to detect planets orbiting distant stars, but NASA has also used the spacecraft to make other discoveries. Recently, NASA turned to TESS to discover red giant stars. NASA says astronomers using TESS … Continue reading
Dualtron's New E-Scooter Eats Steep Hills for Breakfast
Wired / 33min
At $2,699, it's not for everyone. But this electric kick scooter can crush inclines and will travel well more than 25 miles.
TikTok Smells Like Gen X Spirit
Wired / 33min
On the app you'll see a raucous reboot of "slacker" attitude. Or not. Whatever.
Xiaomi could have a cheaper Mi 11 Lite 5G in the works
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
Xiaomi may be working on a Mi 11 Lite 5G smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC and Adreno 624L GPU, according to leaked information.
Prithviraj's new Malayalam movie Kuruthi set for OTT release - Where to catch it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
Like Prithviraj's previous release, Kuruthi too is a straight-on-the-OTT release. As a matter of fact, it seems the Malayalam movie industry seems to have made peace itself with OTT releases better than other language movie industries whose stars still seem more hung up on theatrical launches.
Millions of home routers could be hacked by this simple bug
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
Ongoing campaign attempts to tie vulnerable routers into a botnet.
Morgan Plus Four CX-T is built for the road less traveled
Morgan Plus Four CX•
SlashGear / 53min
Morgan has been producing sports cars since 1911. The sports cars have included the iconic three-wheel vehicle as well as its larger two-seat traditional sports cars. All of those cars had one thing in common; they were all designed for use on paved roads. Morgan has announced a new vehicle that is a departure from vehicles in the past designed … Continue reading
AdultFriendFinder is a borderline-porn hookup site that's stuck in the past
Mashable / 53min
Moving to a new city or working at a new job where you don't know anybody can seriously be depressing, especially if you're already introverted as it is. What are you supposed to do? Go sit at the bar by yourself? And talk to strangers? No thanks. Then comes the lightbulb idea: You can make friends online. If online dating is so popular and successful, there's no way that there aren't a few legit
Unlike the Nintendo Switch, Valve's Steam Deck won't get boosted performance when docked
Valve Steam Deck SD•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 57min
Prospective buyers of the Steam Deck may be left disappointed by its performance capabilities on larger screens.
Air France’s Intriguing New Guadeloupe Routes
Air France Winter 2021•
500+One Mile at a Time / 58min
Last week Air France revealed that it would add a couple of cool new routes this winter, which I’d sure love to fly as an avgeek. These routes are now on sale, so we have more details, including the schedules and how many miles are required for a ticket. Air France adds Pointe-à-Pitre routes This winter, Air France will be adding two new North America routes out of the Caribbean. Specifically, th
Kia@Home lets car shoppers test drive at home
SlashGear / 1h
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States so hard, many people still try to avoid going around large crowds. Even before the pandemic, one of the least popular aspects of shopping for a car was sitting in a dealership all day trying to make a deal. Kia says that it is embracing the at-home economy and has announced a … Continue reading
Laptop maker Gigabyte hit by ransomware attack
Gigabyte Ransomware•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
In typical double-extortion tactics, the threat actors claim to have made away with 112 GB of data after encrypting it.
The Morning After: Tesla delays another vehicle to 2022
Engadget / 1h
Tesla’s electric pickup isn’t going anywhere this year. The company has quietly pushed the release of the electric pickup to next year . That's according to its configuration page, telling you that you'll get to customize your truck when "production nears in 2022." This applies regardless of model — single-motor trucks were always going to arrive later, but a new 2022 launch seems to for the dual
What time is Marvel's What If...? released on Disney Plus?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Here's when Marvel's What If...? episode 1 lands on Disney Plus – and a full release schedule for the animated TV show.
Xbox Gamescom 2021 stream date announced – here's when to tune in
Xbox Gamescom 2021•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Geoff Keighley has confirmed the start date and time for Gamescom 2021’s Opening Night Live showcase.
10 Thought-Provoking Books That Give Us Insight And Understanding Into Our Future
Futurism / 1h
While it may be easier to turn a blind eye to what’s happening in our world and beyond, the truth is the more we know about something, the better we understand it, and the easier it may be to “fix” it if indeed it can or needs to be fixed. The pandemic, the rising temperatures, the floods, the hurricanes—all these and other disasters have brought to light just how fragile our world is. The state
Siga secures $8.1M Series B to prevent cyberattacks on critical infrastructure
22TechCrunch / 1h
Siga OT Solutions, an Israeli cybersecurity startup that helps organizations secure their operations by monitoring the raw electric signals of critical industrial assets, has raised $8.1 million in Series B funding. Siga’s SigaGuard says its technology, used by Israel’s critical water facilities and the New York Power Authority, is unique in that rather than monitoring the operational network, it
Moove raises $23M to create flexible options for drivers to own cars in Africa
Moove Raises Africa•
22TechCrunch / 1h
Africa is home to more than a billion people where a majority have limited or no access to vehicle financing. In fact, the continent has the lowest per capita vehicle ownership in the world. In 2019, Africa had fewer than 900,000 new vehicle sales. The U.S. sold more than 17 million new cars that same year. In Nigeria, owning a car is a luxury very few people can afford. It is a similar case acro
The best dating sites for people who love Pornhub
Mashable / 1h
Since the pandemic started, we’ve largely taken to apps and websites to uh, satisfy a specific type of need. And while porn has seen an uptick during the pandemic in areas that have strict stay-at-home orders, studies also show that coping, boredom, and psychological distress all go hand-in-hand with greater levels of porn consumption. If you like porn but want to make things a bit more interacti
Tesla Cybertruck configurator tips production delay until 2022
Tesla Cybertruck 2022•
SlashGear / 1h
One of the more interesting vehicles that Tesla has shown off is its Cybertruck. The electric pickup is a complete departure from anything resembling a traditional pickup truck. Tesla’s other vehicles have used innovative powertrains but have traditional styling of sedans and SUVs. The Cybertruck, on the other hand, has polarizing love it or hate it styling that looks nothing … Continue reading
There's a new Outlook app coming to Windows 11... and Windows 10
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Outlook Mail is also seeing a redesign not just for Windows 11, but Windows 10 as well.
SiteGround vs InMotion Hosting: Which is the ultimate web hosting for you?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
As the competition between SiteGround and InMotion is neck and neck, find out how different they are.
Twitter's Photo-Cropping Algorithm Favors Young, Thin Females
Wired / 1h
The findings emerged from an unusual contest to identify unfairness in algorithms, similar to hunts for security bugs.
The Squishy, Far-Out New Experiments Headed to the ISS
21Wired / 1h
Muscle cells, 3D-printed lunar regolith, and le Blob will soon orbit 250 miles above Earth.
Ariana Grande sings in Fortnite's metaverse
Ariana Grande Fortnite•
BBC News - Technology / 1h
The pop star is the latest musician to perform a series of concerts inside the hit video game.
China sues Tencent over WeChat Youth Mode
China Tencent WeChat•
20BBC News - Technology / 1h
Authorities allege the messaging app is violating Chinese law that aims to protect minors.
Facebook adds Photobucket and Google Calendar to its data portability options
Engadget / 1h
Facebook has today announced that it has added two new destinations for when you want to move your data from the social network. In a blog post, the company said that users will be able to move their images to Photobucket and event listings to Google Calendar. Product Manager Hadi Michel said that the tool has been “completely rebuilt” to be “simpler and more intuitive,” giving people more clarit
Samsung patents a movable camera setup that’s one of its kind
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Samsung's new patent suggests that the company is developing a solution that will let all the three camera sensors change their position within the smartphone.
GTA 5 parent company Take-Two has 3 unannounced remasters in development
Take-Two Two Three•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Take-Two has revealed that alongside announced projects, there are three more secret "new iterations" in development.
I can't wait to play this Xbox Series X exclusive with the PS5 DualSense controller
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The PS5’s innovative controller looks set to make an old Xbox Series X exclusive even better than before.
Lotus Type 62-2 by Radford is available in three variants
SlashGear / 1h
British coachbuilder Radford has introduced its first car, the Lotus Type 62-2. If you never heard of Radford before, we can’t blame you, but you have to admit their latest creation is a sight to behold. Based on a few underpinnings of the Lotus Evora (or possibly some extra bits from Lotus Emira), Radford Type 62-2 pays homage to the … Continue reading
Firefox vs. Edge: The fiercest rivalry in the browser industry?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Mozilla Firefox and Microsoft Edge are neck and neck in the web browser rankings.
Norwegian Cruise Lines Can Turn Away Unvaccinated Passengers in Florida According to Temporary Ruling
Norwegian Cruise Florida•
Gizmodo / 1h
Norwegian Cruise Lines will be allowed to require all passengers get vaccinated before they’re allowed to depart from Florida, according to a federal judge’s ruling on a preliminary injunction Sunday. Norwegian sued the state last month over Florida’s ridiculous anti-vaccine law which says that private companies can’t… Read more...
Steam Deck Windows 11 support could be great news for gamers
Switch Valve Steam Deck•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Want to run Windows 11 on the Steam Deck? That shouldn’t be a problem (with any luck).
Vodafone data roaming charges return for some EU travellers
Vodafone UK EU Europe•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Vodafone apparently u-turns on data roaming charges after initially saying customers would see no changes.
Spotify will support AirPlay 2 – but iOS users are still better off with Apple Music
Spotify AirPlay 2 Apple•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Apple Music is giving Spotify a run for its money, with support for hi-res audio at no extra cost to users.
Ford’s Detroit Smart Parking Lab will open next month
Ford Detroit Michigan•
SlashGear / 2h
Ford has announced that its Detroit Smart Parking Lab (DSPL) will officially open for business in September. The facility is the first real-world test site in the nation for emerging parking technology. Ford says the facility is designed to allow mobility and smart infrastructure pioneers, real estate innovators, and startups to test parking-related mobility, logistics, and various electric vehic
Sorry, but the Steam Deck’s processor probably won’t appear in a Valve VR headset
Valve Steam Deck VR•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The portable Steam Deck might give us a few hints about Valve’s next VR headset, but you should expect the parts to get an upgrade first.
The Mortal Kombat movie was a much bigger hit than you thought it was
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
According to a report, Mortal Kombat was a bigger drawer on its opening weekend to HBO Max than The Suicide Squad was.
Rocket Lab to send NASA’s CAPSTONE mission to the moon
Rocket Lab NASA Moon•
SlashGear / 2h
Rocket Lab is a company that uses small rockets to place light payloads into orbit using the Electron launch vehicle. The company has announced that it will be launching a mission for NASA to the moon from its launch site in New Zealand. Currently, the launch is scheduled to happen sometime in Q4 2021. The launch will put a NASA … Continue reading
Seems Xiaomi's new tablet won't just copy Apple's iPad, but all its accessories too
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Xiaomi has teased some of the accessories for its upcoming iPad Pro rival, and they're straight out of Apple's playbook.
Huawei sees huge revenue drop as sanctions continue to bite
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Huawei revenues see biggest ever fall as sanctions continue to bite.
India’s UpGrad enters unicorn club with $185 million fundraise
UpGrad India Unicorn•
TechCrunch / 2h
UpGrad, a Bangalore-based startup that specializes in higher education and upskilling courses, said on Monday it has raised $185 million in a new financing round that valued it at $1.2 billion. Singapore’s Temasek led the financing round while the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation and IIFL participate. The first tranche of this unnamed round — about $120 million — was completed in Ap
Falcon Super Heavy and Starship were stacked for the first time Friday
SlashGear / 2h
SpaceX has been heavily testing its Starship rocket that will eventually be used to carry cargo and crew to the moon and beyond. Starship has been testing alone so far, but it will be attached to a Falcon Super Heavy booster when it’s ready to head into orbit. The massive booster is one of the largest rockets ever built. On … Continue reading
Guardians 3 may kill off a major character – so who might die?
21TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Guardians of the Galaxy 3 could kill off one of its main characters – and these two are the most likely candidates.
Night Mode will make gaming after dark less of a strain
Microsoft Xbox Night Mode•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The new setting enables players to "dim and filter their screen, as well as dim their console [and] controller LED brightness"
More Realme Book features confirmed: RAM, resolution, phone app, etc
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The Realme Book Slim laptop will be unveiled next week with 16GB of RAM, 2,160 x 1,440 screen and PC Connect functionality.
Realme GT Master Edition price in India, specs, and latest news
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The Realme GT Master Edition will be launched in India on August 18 with a Snapdragon 778G, 120Hz AMOLED display, and 64MP main camera.
Get 15 bottles of wine for $65 with this limited-time deal
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Stock your wine rack with this Splash Wines bundle , on sale for 34% off. As of Aug. 9, get 15 bottles of wine for just $65. Who really needs an excuse to drink delicious wine? Having a bottle or two on hand is always a good idea. And now, with this deal from Splash Wines , you can get a restock of 15 bottles shipped directly to your door and spend less than $5 on each bottle. Splash wines
Become a modern-day tech hero with the help of this data science super training
Data Science ML AI•
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Get the lowdown on all things data with the Big Data Super Training Bundle , on sale for $59.99 — a 98% discount — as of Aug. 9. Let’s talk about data. Way back in 2005, people started to realize just how much data users generated on Facebook, YouTube, and other online platforms. A lightbulb went off and frameworks and coding languages were developed precisely to store and analyze it. In w
Create trippy artwork in the digital space with this graphics program on sale
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Give your digital art game a boost with Amberlight 2 . As of Aug. 9, get a lifetime subscription for only $39.99 — a 55% discount. If you’ve ever spent hours drawing designs with a Spirograph, you know that geometry and mathematical curves can create some truly mesmerizing artwork. But in the digital space, it’s hard to recreate those trippy designs — unless you have the right software, of
Snag a power bank from OtterBox on sale for over 30% off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Charge up on the go with an OtterBox Power Bank , on sale for 33% off. As of Aug. 9, grab one for only $29.99. Are they really hot or do they just have a portable charger? Nothing says "I'm prepared" quite like pulling out an OtterBox Power Bank on the fly, but you don't need to flirt with a stranger just to have access to one. Especially now, when this 18W fast charging bank is on sale fo
Xiaomi Redmi 10 smartphone renders and specifications have been leaked
Redmi 10 Helio G88•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Xiaomi Redmi 10 smartphone seems ready for launch. Tts render and specs, leaked online, show a quad-camera setup with a 50MP primary camera.
Apple-supplier Pegatron to expand its production - Including in India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
One of the three Apple assemblers in India, Pegatron, which is investing $150 million in the country, is hoping to expand its production capacity to make the most out of the improved market demand.
Alaska Lounge SFO Opening August 31, 2021
Aspire Perth Airport•
100+One Mile at a Time / 3h
In early 2019, Alaska Airlines announced it would open a new lounge at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). There’s now an update about this lounge — we finally have an official opening date. Alaska Airlines’ SFO lounge details The Alaska Lounge SFO is expected to open on August 31, 2021: The lounge will be located in the former space of the American Admirals Club in Terminal 2 The lounge w
The IPCC Warns This Is a Make or Break Decade for Humanity
26Gizmodo / 4h
You don’t exactly need a scientist to know the climate is in trouble. But the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report dropped on Monday, and it’s an exclamation point to the real-world impacts of the climate crisis already playing out. Read more...
The UN Climate Report: All Is Not Well—but All Is Not Lost
IPCC Climate Years•
37Wired / 4h
A major new report from the IPCC paints a devastating portrait of climate change. But it also shows that it's not too late for drastic action.
ACCC taking Telstra, Optus and TPG to court over NBN speed claims
Telstra Optus TPG NBN•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
The ACCC alleges that Australia’s big three telcos have misled customers over achievable maximum NBN speeds.
Two months after its Series A, Pintu gets $35M in new funding led by Lightspeed
Pintu Indonesia Lightspeed•
63TechCrunch / 5h
Just two months after its last funding announcement , Indonesian crypto assets platform Pintu has closed a $35 million Series A+. The new round was led by Lightspeed Ventures, with participation from returning investors like Alameda Ventures, Blockchain.com Ventures, Castle Island Ventures, Coinbase Ventures, Intudo Ventures and Pantera Capital. Pintu’s previous funding, a $6 million Series A led
How to claim a student discount for Extra Crunch
47TechCrunch / 5h
Students can get access to Extra Crunch at a discounted rate of $50/year (plus tax). Here’s how to claim the discount: Use a .edu or university email address and send a message to our customer support team at extracrunch@techcrunch.com. Please let them know that you are seeking the student discount. The team will respond within 24 hours with a unique link to claim your discount. If you are part o
Even Your Allergist Is Now Investing in Start-Ups
74NYT > Technology / 5h
The once-clubby world of start-up deal making known as “angel investing” has had an influx of new participants. It’s part of a wider boom in ever-riskier investments.
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Paramount Plus launches in Australia this week – here's what you need to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Get ready, Aussies – Paramount Plus is set to launch this week and will replace 10 All Access in the process.
Battlegrounds Mobile India iOS version release teased
India BGMI iOS Krafton•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
In a new teaser, Krafton has hinted about iOS support for Battlegrounds Mobile India, which means that iPhone launch shouldn’t be too far.
Tech experts pen open letter to Apple to halt the new child safety plan
Letter Apple Child 5000•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
An open letter, signed by myriad tech experts, has demanded that Apple halt its plans to roll out new Child Safety tools. The letter says Apple's techniques pose an issue because they bypass end-to-end encryption.
Gigabyte ransomware attack includes Intel, AMD confidential documents
Gigabyte Intel AMD•
SlashGear / 6h
Given how the world today revolves around data and digital files, it shouldn’t be a surprise how ransomware has become the most dangerous and also most rampant form of malware in recent years. From individual users to large corporations, anyone and everyone can be a victim, with larger entities promising the biggest potential profits. That could be the case with … Continue reading
Record labels sue Charter over copyright infringement claims
Labels Charter Copyright•
Engadget / 7h
Charter Communications has been sued by a group of major record labels who claim it has failed to address "flagrant and serial" music copyright infringement, The Verge has reported. It's the second time over the last several years that the group has sued Charter over song piracy. The labels said that they sent around 150,00 notices of infringement to Spectrum, Charter's internet service, includin
Moto 360 (3rd Gen) Smartwatch now available in India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
The Moto 360 3rd gen smartwatch is now available for purchase in India via Flipkart. It comes with Snapdragon 3100 processor, 8GB storage, and quick charge.
Alibaba to sack manager accused of rape, according to memo seen by BBC
100+BBC News - Technology / 8h
The move comes after a woman's allegations of sexual assault went viral on Chinese social media.
White OnePlus 9 Pro exists, but you can never get one
SlashGear / 8h
Even in an age of ultra-thin cases and skins, some consumers still prefer to use their phones in their naked glory. That, in turn, means having to decide on a color you will live with for more than a few years, presuming the phone lasts that long. Since manufacturers ship only a limited set of colors that may vary by … Continue reading
Razer Project Hazel RGB mask is now Razer Zephyr, sign-ups are open
SlashGear / 8h
Razer’s product portfolio spans a wide range of computers and computer accessories, but from time to time, it does come up with some rather odd concepts. Project Valerie, for example, envisioned a laptop with three screens. One of its oddest but most popular doesn’t even have anything to do directly with gaming or computers but was designed to be something … Continue reading
This tempting Lenovo RTX 3070 gaming laptop is down to AU$2,624 on eBay
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Lenovo's eBay store now has 20% off listed items, including this powerful Lenovo Legion 5 Pro gaming laptop.
ZTE Axon 30 5G update adds 8GB more RAM with a big catch
SlashGear / 9h
The ZTE Axon 30 5G is already an intriguing smartphone. The second-ever commercial smartphone with an under-display camera, it claims to have taken the technology to the next level and addressed the flaws of its predecessor. A new update is seemingly pushing the envelope of smartphone technology even further, though in a slightly different direction. The Axon 30 may now … Continue reading
Google told Epic Games sideloading Android apps is an awful experience
Google Epic Fortnite•
SlashGear / 10h
Epic Games’ legal spat against Apple may have been the headlines of many tech news in the past, but the Cupertino-based company isn’t the only recipient of the game publisher’s complaints. Epic Games also sued Google over alleged monopolistic practices with Fortnite at the center of it all. New details have surfaced that reveal the extent to which Google was … Continue reading
Tips for flying with a child on the autism spectrum
The Points Guy / 10h
When you are traveling with a child with autism, it is very important to prepare them for the travel you will be doing. The idea of being away from home, and in a new place, can be incredibly scary to some children with autism. After all, they are being taken out of their normal routine, which is difficult for those who have strict routines in place. Add in the new sights, sounds, smells and peop
Steam Deck performance doesn’t get a boost in docked mode
Steam Deck Performance•
SlashGear / 10h
Valve’s Steam Deck handheld gaming PC was immediately compared to the Nintendo Switch when it was first announced, but that’s a rather superficial comparison when it comes down to the details. While both are indeed handheld gaming devices, the Steam Deck is more like the Switch Lite with its nonremovable controls. Another critical difference between the two has just surfaced, … Continue reading
Tangerine wins another big NBN provider award
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
WhistleOut has handed Tangerine four awards, including Internet Provider of the Year.
An Unsurprising But Sad Update for Tesla Cybertruck Fans: Production Has Been Pushed to 2022
Tesla Cybertruck 2022•
200+Gizmodo / 11h
By now Tesla fans are well aware that the company, and its CEO Elon Musk, aren’t very good at meeting targets and timelines . It therefore comes as no surprise that the Cybertruck—the company’s first electric pickup truck that looks like something out of Blade Runner —has been delayed to 2022. Read more...
Apple child safety CSAM scanning to expand on a per-country basis
SlashGear / 11h
Apple’s much-lauded privacy efforts hit a sour note a few days ago when it announced a new feature intended to protect children by reporting illegal content that has been stored on a user’s iCloud Photos account. While those on both sides of the argument agree that kids have to be protected by cracking down on Child Sexual Abuse Material or … Continue reading
Galaxy Z Flip 3 leaks leave nothing left for Samsung
SlashGear / 11h
Although it isn’t worse than previous smartphone leaks, Samsung might be fuming over the recent flood of unofficial information about its upcoming foldable phones. The company has reportedly been trying to crack down on those leaks, perhaps without much success. As proof, the Galaxy Z Fold 3’s complete specs have just recently been published, unofficially of course, and now it’s … Continue readin
