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5 reasons why your business needs a POS system
61TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 59min
If you own a restaurant, bar, or retail business, this is how a modern point of sale system can help maximize sales.
Dataiku gets $400M at a $4.6B valuation, led by Tiger Global
Dataiku AI Tiger Global•
45TechCrunch / 2h
Data science platform Dataiku announced today it has raised a $400 million Series E, bringing its valuation to $4.6 billion. The round was led by Tiger Global, with participation from returning investors like ICONIQ Growth, CapitalG, FirstMark Capital, Battery Ventures, Snowflake Ventures and Dawn Capital. New investors included Insight Partners, Eurazeo, Lightrock and Olivier Pomel, the chief ex
American Airlines announces free TikTok access in-flight
SlashGear / 17min
American Airlines has announced it is now the only commercial air travel company to offer all customers free access to TikTok. The airline points out that TikTok is more than dance videos for passengers to watch while on a flight with all manner of content, including travel inspiration videos, details on locations to explore at their destination, and travel tips. … Continue reading
Microsoft Edge is getting a 'Super Duper Secure Mode'
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9min
Turn off some features in order to boost Microsoft Edge security.
Nintendo's sales can't keep up with last year's lockdown boom
Nintendo Switch Year•
Engadget / 18min
If there’s one downside to an unexpected and massive spike in success, it’s that when things go back to normal, it can look worse by comparison. This is the “problem” that Nintendo is currently dealing with as it publishes its most recent quarterly report , reflecting the fact that the world has changed once again. In the three months to June 30th, the company posted an operating profit of 119 bi
2 Million Dehumidifiers Recalled Over Fire Hazard After 107 Incidents and $17 Million in Damage
Gizmodo / 21min
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall on two million dehumidifiers, sold under at least 20 brand names, over concerns the products can overheat and cause fires. At least 107 incidents have been reported to the CPSC, totaling $17 million in property damage. Read more...
The best iPhone and iPad apps are about to get (slightly) cheaper
App iPhone iPad Signal•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 30min
Apple is updating its app pricing tiers, which could result in lots of the top apps costing a little less.
Glitch means Boeing Orbital Flight Test-2 will leave the launch pad
SlashGear / 31min
This week was supposed to be the long-awaited second uncrewed test launch of the Boeing Starliner space capsule called Orbital Flight Test-2. The spacecraft was on the launch pad earlier this week when the launch was canceled after an incident with thrusters firing accidentally on the new Russian laboratory module aboard the ISS. The flight was rescheduled for the next … Continue reading
Oops – Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 unboxing video reveals wireless earbuds before launch
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 45min
The video gives us our best look at the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 yet.
HP Pavilion Aero 13 is India’s lightest AMD-powered laptop
HP Aero 13 AMD India•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 45min
The new HP Pavilion Aero Laptop 13 comes with up to a Ryzen 7 5800U processor, Alexa, 970g weight at Rs 79,999 onwards.
BGMI Lite is probably not in the works, according to a YouTuber
Mobile India BGMI Lite•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 45min
BGMI Lite which is the substitute for PUBG Mobile Lite may not be coming, according to YouTuber Ketan “K18” Patel.
Netflix's next big movie is a John Wick-esque revenge film – see the trailer
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 52min
Kate on Netflix lands next month, and is about an assassin who's been poisoned but will go down fighting.
5 best offerings, including Navarasa, on Indian OTT platforms this week
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 52min
These are the new releases on Netflix, Zee5, Nee Stream and other OTT platforms in India.
Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel stays will cost at least $4,809
Engadget / 54min
Disney's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser promises fans the "most immersive" experience ever when it launches in 2022 — one that won't be cheap. The entertainment giant has revealed details and prices for the Star Wars adventure, including the fact that it will cost two guests in a standard cabin at least $4,809 for a 2-night voyage. Suites will obviously cost more, though visitors will pay less p
Stranger Things 4 is taking so long because it's 'ambitious' – but filming is nearly done
Stranger Things Season 4•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 59min
Stranger Things 4 director Shawn Levy has revealed why the upcoming Netflix series has taken a long time to make.
AirPods Pro beta teases even more iOS 15 features
CB Apple AirPods Pro•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 59min
The latest AirPods Pro beta firmware teases new features coming when iOS 15 launches, including FaceTime audio improvements and conversation boost.
Nvidia RTX 3090 restock: Scan UK has this epic GPU on sale now
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 59min
Scan UK has the Nvidia RTX 3090 in stock right now - but it may not last for long.
PSVR 2 could see Sony sideline VR-only games on PS5
Sony PSVR Developer•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 59min
A new report alleges that PSVR 2 will be all about big-budget triple-A and hybrid titles when it comes to PS5.
Ditch your phone contract and get a year of wireless service from Boost Mobile for under $100
Mashable / 1h
SAVE 51%: Cut back on your phone bill with this Boost Mobile prepaid deal , on sale for 51% off. As of Aug. 5, get 12 months of unlimited talk and text, 2GB LTE data, and a free SIM card for only $95. Many Americans are paying well over $100 per month for their cell service . In fact, between taxes, surcharges, and hidden fees, U.S. wireless phone plans are among the most expensive on this planet
Keep your device alive wherever you go with this powerful portable power bank on sale
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Keep your phone juiced up at all times with this ToughJuice Pro 30,000mAh Power Bank , on sale for $74.99 — a 6% discount — as of Aug. 5. We’ve all fallen victim to low battery while on vacation. And it’s time we put it to an end. Get yourself the ToughJuice Pro 30,000mAh Power Bank and keep your phone alive for all the important stuff. The ToughJuice Pro from ZeroLemon has a massive power
Hate background noise during video calls? Krisp is the answer, and you can try it for free.
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Banish background noise with the Krisp AI-powered noise cancellation app . As of Aug. 5, try Krisp for free with 240 minutes per week of microphone and speaker noise removal. For obvious and not-great reasons, more Americans than ever are able to work remotely. Working from home is largely favored by employees, who are able to achieve a better work-life balance and lower their stress level
Get a collection of plugins and sound packs for any digital audio workstation for just $30
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Make your own electronic music with the Complete 2021 Synth and Sound Software Bundle , on sale for 94% off. As of Aug. 5, get the full package for only $29.99. As the old saying goes, the more things change, the more they stay the same. That especially relates to music. The more we lean into the modern digital approaches to music, the more we yearn for the old days with the warmth and imp
5G is leaving LTE and 4G in the dust
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
5G growth only set to increase as more of the world gets connected.
COVID has changed the way SMB works: Here are the new tools that get things done
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
To compete and thrive in a post Covid economy, small businesses will need to invest in and start using more digital tools.
PS5 dev kits briefly appeared on eBay – and I wish the consumer model looked like this
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
PS5 dev kits briefly appeared on eBay before being removed, but they provide our best look yet at what Sony’s console could have looked like.
Nigerian digital freight provider MVX lands $1.3M to help shippers move cargoes faster
Nigerian MVX TechCrunch•
39TechCrunch / 1h
In Africa, chartering vessels and processing ocean freight can be challenging. The sector is largely inefficient and fragmented. Merchants also struggle to access finance to perform cross-border trade in the continent. A couple of digital freight companies are tackling this problem, like Nigerian-based MVX . The company today is announcing its $1.3 million seed round to bolster its efforts. Tonye
Nubank co-leads $45 million investment in Indian neobank Jupiter
Nubank Indian Jupiter•
21TechCrunch / 2h
Industry veteran Jitendra Gupta’s neobank for consumers in India — Jupiter — has raised $45 million in a new financing round as the Bangalore and Mumbai-based startup gears up for its platform’s public launch in about a month. The new financing round, a Series B, was co-led by Brazil-based Nubank, Global Founders Capital, Sequoia Capital and Matrix Partners. Mirae Assets Venture also joined the r
Nokia 5.3 finally gets Android 11 update
Nokia 5.3 Android 11•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Has HMD-led Nokia missed the trick by delaying software updates? The Android 11 update on Nokia 5.3 arrives right before the announcement of Android 12.
How to watch Neeraj Chopra's javelin final at Tokyo Olympics 2020 live
Chopra Tokyo Olympics•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
India's 23-year-old Neeraj Chopra cleared the qualifying mark of 83.50 metres in his first attempt to book a place in the final of the men's javelin in the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. His throw, at 86.65 metres, was the chart-topper.
Peloton treadmill owners will be able to run again without a subscription
Peloton Subscription•
Engadget / 3h
After a spate of accidents on its Tread+ treadmill, Peloton temporarily moved the basic running mode of Tread+ behind a paywall so non-authorized users couldn't gain access. Now, all users will be able to use the "Just Run" feature without a subscription and still be able to lock it up with a pin code, the company told The Verge . Peloton recalled its Tread and Tread+ treadmills in the US and Can
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iOS 15 beta may take the green flare effects off your iPhone 12 photos
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The newest iOS 15 beta 4 seems to be eliminating green flares seen on photos taken with Apple's current flagships.
Indian Women's Hockey Bronze medal match: How to watch India vs Great Britain Tokyo Olympics 2020 live
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
India vs Great Britain Women’s Hockey semi-finals will be played on August 6. Here is how to catch all the live-action.
Facebook reportedly wants to analyze encrypted WhatsApp messages for ads
Facebook Analyze WhatsApp•
SlashGear / 4h
Data encryption has been around for decades, but it has taken on a more political tone in the past few years. There has been a strong market push to encrypt messages and data on smartphones, but there has also been a strong pushback from governments who want a backdoor for the sake of security or other interests. For companies like … Continue reading
IMDb TV now has standalone apps for Android and iOS in the US
Amazon Oreo TV Android US•
Engadget / 4h
IMDb's free, ad-supported streaming service finally standalone mobile apps for iPhones, iPads and Android in the US. The Amazon-owned subsidiary released IMDb TV apps for LG Smart TVs, PlayStation 4, NVIDIA Shield and TiVo Stream 4K in March, following its recent expansion to Roku. Up until now, though, you'd have to fire up the IMDb app to access the service's offerings on mobile The standalone
Here is the OnePlus 9 Pro in matte white that you can’t buy
OnePlus 9 Pro White•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
OnePlus COO Liu Fengshuo shared images of the OnePlus 9 Pro in a previously unseen Pure White finish on Weibo.
Mi TV 4C 32-inch smart TV launched: check out price, specs, and availability
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4C 32-inch TV is a brand new smart TV with a lot of features and multiple port options.
PS5 VR details leak from private developers conference
PSVR 2 Sony PlayStation VR•
SlashGear / 5h
It’s arguable that Facebook’s Oculus now takes up the majority of the attention in the virtual reality market, but it is hardly the only major player. HTC is still actively working on Vive, and Microsoft’s Windows Mixed Reality also dips into that field. And then there’s PlayStation VR, the only console-based system among the VR giants. With the new PlayStation … Continue reading
Become a certified AWS professional with this online training bundle
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: The 2021 Amazon Web Services Certification Training Bundle is on sale for £43.11 as of Aug. 5, saving you 97% on list price. Amazon is much more than the online store. In fact, in the third quarter of 2020 alone, about 57 percent of Amazon’s operating income came from Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS is a cloud provider used by massive companies like GE, Unilever, BMW, and Samsung, and there
Save 82% on a lifetime subscription to this intuitive language learning app
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to Speakly is on sale for £50.30 as of Aug. 5, saving you 82% on list price. To speak a new language conversationally, you'll need to master key words and phrases most of all. That's why Speakly , the language learning app, focuses on 4,000 of the most statistically-relevant words of your chosen language and helps you learn them in order of importance. This one-time
Want to learn Japanese? Now's your chance to try for free.
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: As of Aug. 5, the How to Speak Japanese Cross-Culturally Course is available for free on Udemy with the code 3442341318A187CAF05B. Everyone likes the idea of learning a language, but the process takes a lot of time and is usually pretty expensive. We're not about to suggest you could learn a language quickly, because this simply isn't possible. You can get started for free, though. As of A
HTC A100 mid-range tablet might come with dual cameras
SlashGear / 6h
You can probably be forgiven if you’ve forgotten that HTC still makes Android-powered devices. We definitely haven’t heard from the company for a long while, at least as far as smartphones are concerned. HTC has mostly been focusing on making sure its Vive VR ecosystem doesn’t suffer the same fate as its mobile business, which can be difficult given the … Continue reading
Sony reportedly showed off its next-generation PSVR at a developer's conference
Sony Gen PSVR VR Developer•
Engadget / 6h
Sony already hinted that it's working on a new PlayStation VR headset, promising "dramatic leaps" in performance, higher resolution, a wider field of view, better tracking and a new controller. On Tuesday, Sony reportedly revealed more specifics about the headset at a developer's summit, according to the YouTube channel PSVR Without Parole (below) and UploadVR , The Verge has reported. The device
Peloton Tread+ treadmill will finally work without a paid subscription again
Peloton Subscription•
Mashable / 6h
Peloton will no longer charge people a subscription fee to use their $4,295 Tread+ treadmill like a normal treadmill, turning the expensive pumpkin back into an expensive golden carriage. According to a report from The Verge , the Tread+'s mandatory Tread Lock safety feature has now been made available to all users regardless of whether they're paying for Peloton's All-Access Membership or not. T
TikTok tests Snapchat style vanishing video stories feature
79BBC News - Technology / 7h
The news comes as Facebook's WhatsApp starts to roll out a disappearing photos and videos feature.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 with under-display camera might launch next week
SlashGear / 7h
It seems that the next trend in smartphones will be under-display (or under-screen) cameras or UDCs, at least as far as some manufacturers are concerned. Of course, ZTE fired the opening salvo last year with the Axon 20 5G and fired another round with the Axon 30 5G last month. Samsung is also rumored to be jumping on that bandwagon … Continue reading
NVIDIA ARM acquisition deemed a national security risk in the UK
SlashGear / 7h
NVIDIA is already making big plans on its investments in the Arm ecosystem, most of which hinges on its acquisition of the UK-based company currently owned by Japan’s SoftBank. We haven’t heard much about the status of that process recently, but the latest news that has just surfaced isn’t that encouraging, at least for NVIDIA. The acquisition has already been … Continue reading
10 best websites to analyze your Spotify data
Mashable / 8h
Every so often a website that analyses Spotify data blows up on Twitter and it is all we see for the next 24 hours. Then it's just as quickly forgotten. But these websites are still valuable if you want to analyze your listening habits. We've scoured the corners of the internet and collected our ten favorite websites that analyze your Spotify data. But there is a caveat. Each of these websites re
Uber Records Rare Profit Thanks to Stake in Didi
NYT > Technology / 8h
Uber recorded a rare profit of $1.1 billion, thanks to its stake in the Chinese ride-hailing company Didi.
TikTok Stories tests posts that disappear after 24 hours
SlashGear / 8h
It seems that TikTok is finally ready to turn the tables on big rivals like Instagram, Twitter, and even YouTube. After having been copied repeatedly by those competitors, the once-embattled short video platform is now returning the favor by copying a feature that has become a staple for at least one of those social networks. TikTok is apparently testing out … Continue reading
New York City’s Vaccine Passport Plan Renews Online Privacy Debate
61NYT > Technology / 8h
The mainstreaming of digital vaccine passes could lead to more surveillance, privacy researchers cautioned.
Galaxy Buds 2 unofficial unboxing reveals what’s coming next week
SlashGear / 8h
Samsung’s upcoming products scheduled for next week may have little left to surprise us, thanks to leaks, but those are still all unofficial and, at times, shady. Nothing beats an official confirmation, of course, but we can also make do with an unofficial hands-on, presuming it’s the real deal. That’s exactly what’s happening with what may be the least spectacular … Continue reading
Bill Gates Says Epstein Relationship Was ‘a Huge Mistake’
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60NYT > Technology / 8h
“You know, there were lots of others in that same situation, but I made a mistake,” Mr. Gates told Anderson Cooper of CNN.
SiriusXM brings back Lucille Ball’s long-lost interviews with celebrities
SlashGear / 9h
Between her other groundbreaking projects, Lucille Ball — the actress and comedian best known for her sitcom I Love Lucy — would interview other celebrities using a tape recorder. These interviews were then shared with the public on CBS Radio in 1964 and 1965 before disappearing forever. That changes with a new station from SiriusXM. Lucille Ball had a groundbreaking … Continue reading
Earth's Future Is Lonely for the Robots Left Behind in Sci-Fi Short The Desert
100+Gizmodo / 9h
In a future where humanity has abandoned its home planet—or perhaps gone entirely extinct, as bits of atomic-bomb imagery suggest—robots rule, but it’s a lonely and strange existence. They’re drawn to things that remind them of the past, like libraries and TV sets, but also feel more primal urges, like the instinct to… Read more...
How to make a goal on the budgeting app Mint
Mashable / 10h
Dreaming of that trip to Paris or finally buying a new car, but wondering how you'll be able to save enough money? Mint has the solution. Mint is one of the most popular budgeting apps out there right now. Mint is free and available on iOS on the Apple App store and in the Google Play store for Android . It syncs your accounts, automates the budgeting process, and helps you save by allowing you t
Telstra’s slashing AU$500 off Apple and Samsung flagship phones
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Telstra’s one-day flash sale sees the iPhone 12 mini down to AU$699, plus other Apple and Samsung devices discounted.
Facebook’s Reason for Banning Researchers Doesn’t Hold Up
Facebook NYU Researchers•
70Wired / 10h
The company says privacy concerns forced it to block access for a team of academics. Whose privacy, exactly?
Indiana University wins in suit over its mask, vaccine mandates
Ars Technica / 10h
Enlarge / Early in the pandemic, Indiana University sent its students home to protect them from infection. (credit: SOPA Images/Getty Images ) On Monday, the Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit ruled against students who were seeking an injunction that would block the Indiana University from implementing a vaccine mandate ahead of the start of the fall semester. Both courts relied on a Supreme C
Fortnite x Street Fighter crossover expands with two new character skins
SF Guile Cammy Fortnite•
SlashGear / 10h
Back in February, Epic Games released two skins based on the characters Ryu and Chun Li in its hit battle royale game Fortnite. The company has expanded this crossover with another two characters from the hit game franchise, this time adding Guile and Cammy. The two new skins will be available in the game’s Item Shop soon, but the images … Continue reading
Best Back to School Accessories for MacBook in 2021
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
There are the best accessories for MacBooks to take back to school this 2021.
Worth The Flight: Capital One Special Michelin Chef Meet-And-Greet Tasting Dinners
View from the Wing / 10h
Wow. This is a pretty cool opportunity for those who jump on it. It’s not cheap, price the price is reasonable I think for what you’re likely to get. Capital One is offering a Summer Dining Series with the Michelin Guide at Michelin-starred restaurants in San Francisco, Brooklyn, and Northern Virginia. Continue reading ...
Oh, Facebook changed its privacy settings again
Facebook Settings Menu•
87TechCrunch / 10h
Ever considerate of its users, Facebook has determined that its privacy settings needed a bit of a shuffle to keep things clear and easy to find. To that end they’ve taken the “privacy settings” settings and scattered them mischievously among the other categories. “We’ve redesigned our entire settings menu on mobile devices from top to bottom to make things easier to find. Instead of having setti
Uber CEO calls Massachusetts gig economy ballot measure the ‘right answer’
Uber Massachusetts•
21TechCrunch / 10h
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi expressed his support Wednesday for a ballot initiative in Massachusetts that would keep gig economy workers classified as independent contractors, fulfilling a promise he made nearly a year ago to push for laws that preserve its business model . “In the state of Massachusetts, we think the right answer is our IC+ model, which is independent contractor with benefits,” K
Disney announces sky-high price for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel — here’s everything we know
Galactic Starcruiser•
52The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. If you’re a Star Wars fan like we are, you’re likely waiting with bated breath for more details about the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel. Luckily, Disney has released lots more information this past week on what guests can expect — including an opening timeline and some much-anticipated pricing information for
Photos: Athletes Break Down Under Extreme Heat at the Olympics
25Gizmodo / 11h
Kai Kazmirek of Team Germany puts an ice pack on his head during the Men’s Decathlon Shot Put on day twelve of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 04, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan Read more...
Bird slows down reckless scooter riders with geofenced speed limits
SlashGear / 11h
Many big cities are full of electric scooters that anyone can rent and use to get around without a car. These scooters make it easy to get to your destination quickly, but they’ve proven controversial. Many have complained about reckless scooter use, which is where Bird’s latest geofencing test comes in. Bird is one of the companies that make electric … Continue reading
5 factors founders must consider before choosing their VC
42TechCrunch / 11h
Kunal Lunawat Contributor Kunal Lunawat is the co-founder and managing partner of Agya Ventures , a venture capital firm focused on proptech, travel, hospitality and the future of the built world. Though 2021 is far from over, it’s already witnessed a record level of venture capital activity in the technology sector. With larger round sizes announced daily, founders may have their pick of term sh
Daily Crunch: Second-day trading surge launches Robinhood stock into meme territory
TechCrunch / 11h
To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. PDT, subscribe here . Hello and welcome to Daily Crunch for August 4, 2021. It’s been hectic: Robinhood’s stock lost its mind. Facebook made another chunk of the internet mad. And a new unicorn wants to go public? It’s been a great day for tech news. But before we get on with it, we’re
US Planning To Require Vaccination For All Visitors
98View from the Wing / 11h
The U.S. is planning to require vaccination as a condition of entry for nearly all visitors to the country. This would replace country-by-country bans on travelers, and would not apply to returning U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Continue reading ...
Peloton Tread Owners No Longer Need a Subscription to 'Just Run'
Gizmodo / 11h
In June, Peloton pushed out its Tread Lock feature, which automatically shut down inactive treadmills and required a 4-digit passcode. The update was part of Peloton’s promised safety measures following a voluntary recall of its treadmills (one due to injury reports, the other due to display issues). There was just… Read more...
Enterprises can now enroll in VMware's Project Monterey program
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
New initiative will help organizations boost the performance, manageability and security of their environments.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 rumored to support both Google Assistant and Bixby
Samsung Galaxy Google•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 could support both Google Assistant and Bixby, as well as other voice assistants.
Microsoft’s Windows 11 outreach efforts aren’t going very well
Microsoft Windows 11•
Ars Technica / 11h
Microsoft Program Manager Aria Carley answers Microsoft Tech Community users' questions about Windows 11 upgrades once the new OS version reaches general availability. In a July 21 livestream , Microsoft Program Manager Aria Carley answered Microsoft Tech Community users' questions about the final hardware requirements to upgrade to Windows 11. Although hardware requirements—including but not lim
Disney's 'Real Life' Star Wars Lightsaber Expands in New Video
500+Gizmodo / 11h
Next year, Disney will reveal the most authentic-looking real-world Star Wars lightsaber yet , and a new video just revealed our best look to date. Read more...
Are you a Platinum ‘All-Star’? Amex wants cardmembers to see just how many perks they’re using
The Points Guy / 11h
In July 2021, The Platinum Card® from American Express underwent one of the most dramatic overhauls of its decades-long existence. For more TPG credit card news and travel tips delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our free daily newsletter . The so-called “lifestyle refresh” included an annual fee hike to $695 (see rates and fees ), but also the addition of several new benefits. Thos
TikTok, the Only Social Media Platform Without Stories, Is Getting Stories
TikTok Stories Instagram•
23Gizmodo / 12h
As sure as the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, so too is it all but guaranteed in 2021 that social media platforms will eventually test some ill-fated version of Instagram Stories in their feeds. And as of Wednesday, TikTok is no longer the exception: The platform is reportedly experimenting with a new… Read more...
There are 2 national park free entry days in August — 7 parks with the least amount of crowds
27The Points Guy / 12h
The gift that is the U.S. National Park Service just keeps giving this month, with two free entrance days on offer at all National Park Service sites that usually charge to enter this August — including on Aug. 25 and, if you can squeeze it in, today. That makes it pretty tempting to plan a last-minute trip into the great outdoors. Just don’t expect to have the most popular of the country’s natur
What’s the board’s role in an early-stage startup?
32TechCrunch / 12h
Gregg Adkin Contributor Gregg Adkin is vice president and managing director at Dell Technologies Capital , the global venture capital investment arm of Dell Technologies. Startup founders frequently ask me about the role of a board of directors. A board can be a crucial asset in an early-stage startup. Here’s a framework for how it can help drive success at your company: Strategy, People, Image,
COVID linked to ‘significant’ cognitive problems even in milder cases
SlashGear / 12h
A new study has found that COVID-19 infections, including ones that didn’t result in hospitalization, can result in ‘significant cognitive deficits’ that persist after the symptoms have resolved. The study builds upon the growing body of evidence that COVID-19 can result in long-term symptoms in some people, as well as potential neurological problems ranging from loss of smell to brain … Continue
Reuters: US to require vaccination as part of plan to allow visitors to return
2KThe Points Guy / 12h
Breaking news from Reuters news service late Wednesday, Aug. 4, reporting the United States is planning to require vaccination as part of a plan to once again allow entrance to visitors. Reuters, quoting a government official, said all foreign visitors would need to show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 to enter the U.S. Exclusive: The Biden administration is developing a plan to requir
TikTok tests Stories feature outside of the US
Engadget / 12h
TikTok is no stranger to other companies copying the format of its signature short-form videos, but it may now do the same with Stories. Per a tweet shared by social media consultant and former The Next Web writer Matt Navarra, the company has introduced posts that disappear after 24 hours. TikTok told Variety it's currently testing the feature with a small subset of users outside of the US and e
Apple AirTags used to show possessions of unhoused people taken to dump
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31Mashable / 12h
Ethically, the power to covertly track things with AirTags is a doubled-edged sword. The tiny Bluetooth devices from Apple are notoriously creepy . However, according to the Portland Tribune , they also helped one Portland, Oregon, lawyer prove that a city contractor was illegally sending unhoused people's property to the landfill. Michael Fuller, a lawyer working to stop city-sponsored sweeps of
TikTok is testing Stories and time is a flat circle
TikTok Stories Instagram•
23Mashable / 12h
In the internet is eating itself news, TikTok is apparently launching a new feature: Stories. Yep, the app that has caused every other social media company to scramble and create short-form video TikTok clones is now copying the last thing those other apps really had going for them. As spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra, some TikTok influencers appear to have gotten access to the eph
Netflix is still trying to find its female John Wick with trailer for Kate
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Ars Technica / 12h
Mary Elizabeth Winstead plays an elite assassin—the titular Kate. [credit: YouTube/Netflix ] A ruthless criminal operative is poisoned and has less than 24 hours to exact revenge on her killers in Kate , a new action thriller from Netflix starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead, who played Huntress in Birds of Prey . The streaming service seems to be casting about for a female version of the hugely succ
J.J. Abrams' Shining-Inspired TV Show Is Changing Streamers
89Gizmodo / 12h
Much like the ghostly residents of the Overlook Hotel, a show based on the famed location has died—but is (most likely) coming back to life. Last year, news broke that as part of his company’s deal with WarnerMedia, J.J. Abrams was developing a show called Overlook based on Stephen King’s The Shining . The show was… Read more...
HubSpot CEO moving to exec chairman role as company promotes Yamini Rangan to CEO
HubSpot Yamini Rangan•
TechCrunch / 12h
Boston-based CRM company HubSpot announced today that co-founder and CEO Brian Halligan would be stepping into the executive chairman role and CMO Yamini Rangan would be taking over as CEO next month (on September 7). Rangan joined the company in January 2020 after stints at Dropbox, Workday and SAP. Her strong background in engineering, sales and marketing should prove helpful as she takes over
