Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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Stream safer with the only webcam that comes with true privacy protection


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This webcam will light up your life and keep your hardware safe from hackers

James Corden's rant about Halloween prompts all his staff to turn on him


100+Mashable / 3h
James Corden does not like Halloween. During the Late Late Show monologue on Thursday, after co-head writer Ian Karmel casually mentioned that he's looking forward to it, Corden made his feelings abundantly clear. "I dread it," the host said through gritted teeth. "I actually dread it. And you know the thing I dread most? Is that people call it a holiday. Which it isn't. If it was, we wouldn't ha

Airbus A350 Getting Dimmable Windows In 2022


300+One Mile at a Time / 2h
At CES 2020, it was revealed that Airbus eventually planned to introduce dimmable windows in its aircraft cabins. This week the European aircraft manufacturer has revealed more details about the plans, and not everyone will be a fan. Airbus will start offering dimmable windows During this week’s Airbus Summit 2021, the aircraft manufacturer has revealed that Airbus A350s delivered in 2022 and bey


Live-Action Saint Seiya Movie in the Works With Some Familiar Names Attached


Gizmodo / 10min
Netflix reveals the voice cast for Arcane , its League of Legends animated series . Chris Columbus and Ned Vizzini are turning House of Secrets into a live-action show. Plus, what’s next on Star Trek: Lower Decks , and what’s to come on Stargirl and Supergirl . Spoilers go! Read more...

Nasty macOS bug could give hackers the keys to the kingdom


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Apple's silent fix to macOS file manager vulnerability doesn’t solve the issue completely, according to researchers.

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy carves out its own identity – and loses it in the chaos


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Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy is a musical thrill, but it’s let down by chaotic combat.

Canadian VoIP provider hit by DDoS attack, phone calls disrupted


Ars Technica / 17min
Enlarge (credit: Icons8 Team ) Quebec-based provider of telephony services VoIP.ms is facing an aggressive Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) cyber attack, causing a disruption in phone calls and services. The incident began around September 16 and has put a strain on the VoIP provider's systems, websites, and operations. VoIP.ms serves over 80,000 customers across 125 countries, many of whom a

The more pricey 2021 iPad mini is the best one Apple has ever made


Ars Technica / 17min
The 6th-generation iPad mini. [credit: Andrew Cunningham ] The new iPad mini —whether you want to call it the 2021 iPad mini, iPad mini 6, or iPad mini (6th generation)—is easily the best one Apple has ever made. That’s true whether you’re comparing this iPad mini to the last one, or if you’re comparing it to the other iPads Apple sells. The mini almost always seems to get the short end of the st

2021 $329 iPad review: The “good enough” iPad gets a little better


Ars Technica / 17min
The new ninth-generation iPad looks just like the last one (and also the one before that). [credit: Andrew Cunningham ] As a rule, Apple doesn't focus on budget-friendly gadgets. And that strategy has worked well over the last two decades—the company's predilection for premium products at premium prices (not always unreasonable or uncompetitive prices, but premium ones) has paid off in the form o

Inexplicably volatile Theranos results falsely warned pregnant woman of miscarriage


Ars Technica / 17min
Enlarge / Former Theranos founder and CEO Elizabeth Holmes goes through security after arriving for court at the Robert F. Peckham Federal Building September 17, 2021 in San Jose, California. Holmes is facing charges of conspiracy and wire fraud for allegedly engaging in a multimillion-dollar scheme to defraud investors with the Theranos blood testing lab services. (credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty

I Love the Tiny iPad


Gizmodo / 22min
Apple has worked steadily over the last few years to show all the ways in which the iPad can be a laptop replacement. You can use Bluetooth mice, trackpads, and keyboards with Apple’s tablets. You can multitask with relative ease with iPadOS. And while the iPad still has a ways to go before it can replace a laptop for… Read more...

Apple's Cheapest iPad Is Its Most Reliably Good One


Gizmodo / 22min
Apple’s cheapest iPad is the iPhone SE of tablets. On the surface, there are no bells or whistles. It has chunky bezels, a physical home button with Touch ID, and a design that calls to mind mid-2010s iPhones. It is, safe to say, boring. And people still love it. Read more...

UK mobile operators welcome net neutrality overhaul


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Operators believe net neutrality prevents them from differentiating, innovating and investing in networks.

FAA Tells Airlines To Do More About Unruly Passenger Behavior


One Mile at a Time / 27min
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants airlines to do more to address unruly passengers, and they’ll have to act quick… but how? FAA gives airlines one week to do better As reported by Reuters , the FAA met with airline trade groups on Tuesday, expressing concern over the continued number of inflight disturbances. In 2021 alone we’ve seen nearly 4,400 reported cases of unruly airplane pa

Upgrading? Here’s What You Can Do With an Old Mobile Device.


NYT > Technology / 27min
Before you retire that smartphone or tablet to the bottom of a drawer, there are ways to get more life out of it around the house.

What Will It Take for Electric Vehicles to Create Jobs, Not Cut Them?


NYT > Technology / 27min
A report by a liberal think tank tries to quantify the potential employment gains and losses, concluding that subsidies will be crucial.

Bird's app now shows rentable city bikes from public operators


Engadget / 28min
Some Bird users in the US may notice a new option if they search for vehicles in its app: Nearby public bike stations not operated by the company itself. Bird has launched public bikeshare integration for its application, which connects commuters with local providers. In addition the showing locations of nearby stations, the integration will also show the number of bikes currently available in ea

MIT's toolkit lets anyone design their own muscle-sensing wearables


Engadget / 28min
MIT has unveiled a new toolkit that lets users design health-sensing devices that can detect how muscles move. The university's Science and and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory ( CSAIL ) created the kit using something called "electrical impedance tomography" (EIT), that measures internal conductivity to gauge whether muscles are activated or relaxed. The research could allow for wearables that

iPad mini review (2021): The best small tablet gets a facelift


Engadget / 28min
It’s almost comical how stagnant the iPad mini has been in recent years. The 2019 version sported an upgraded processor and a slightly nicer display, but essentially looked the same as the tablet that debuted in 2012 (which is dated, to say the least). That hasn’t stopped the iPad mini from gaining a loyal following though, and we even called 2019’s mini our favorite small tablet. Now it appears

'Guardians of the Galaxy' is already better than the 'Avengers' game


Engadget / 28min
At this point in the creeping global takeover of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, most people have a clear idea of who the Guardians of the Galaxy are, at least according to James Gunn. There’s the bald dude who’s a tree, Zoe Saldana in green body paint, the other bald dude who isn’t a tree, Bradley Cooper as a raunchy raccoon, and the guy who used to be on Parks and Recreation . This isn’t the cas

What Is Pixel Density, and How Does It Affect Image Quality?


How-To Geek / 29min
If you’re buying a computer monitor or smartphone, you might see the term “pixel density” used in the marketing materials. Measured in pixels-per-inch (PPI), pixel density is closely related to perceived image quality so understanding this measurement can help you make a better choice. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Consult with Cards: Stay-at-home mom with healthy budget for travel


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The Points Guy / 29min
Editor’s note: Consult with Cards is a weekly series where the TPG cards team helps our readers decide what their next card should be. If you would like to be a part of this series and receive a personalized consultation, email us . This week, we’re helping TPG reader Jessica Lynn figure out what her next card should be. As a divorced stay-at-home mom with a healthy budget to travel, she has a fe

Why You Should Dredge More (and Deep Fry Less)


Lifehacker / 30min
When people talk about frying fish, they are usually referring to deep frying—or at least that is what I am usually talking about. But pan frying is also a valid form of fish preparation, especially if you don’t feel like dealing with a large amount of hot oil. Not only is a vat of frying oil kind of annoying to… Read more...


Apple's iPad Mini Proves That One Size Doesn't Fit All


Wired / 31min
This tablet is powerful and pleasantly smol. But its steep price makes it a tough buy if you already have a phone, laptop, and TV.

Worn Down by Covid Anxiety? Keep a Handheld Game With You


Wired / 31min
It’s important to take a breather when you’re exhausted by the world.

Netgear patches serious bug found in several popular routers


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Implementation of a vulnerable third-party component could wreak havoc in Netgear routers, suggest researchers.

VMware issues emergency patch for critical security flaws


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VMware has patched almost 20 vulnerabilities in its flagship products, one of which can be exploited remotely.

Details of the Tycho moon crater revealed by new radar tech


SlashGear / 41min
New high-resolution image of the moon focusing on the Tycho Crater has been released. It was made using the National Science Foundations Green Bank Observatory and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory. The image of Tycho Crater has a resolution close to five meters by five meters and is comprised of about 1.4 billion pixels. The area covered by the image … Continue reading

Apple users warned: Clicking this attachment will take over your macOS


Ars Technica / 46min
Enlarge (credit: Dmitry Chernyshov ) A code execution bug in Apple's macOS allows remote attackers to run arbitrary commands on your device. And the worst part is, Apple hasn't fully patched it yet, as tested by Ars. Those shortcut files can take over your Mac Independent security researcher Park Minchan has discovered a vulnerability in the macOS that lets threat actors execute commands on your

Amazon's department store plans reportedly include high-tech dressing rooms


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Engadget / 52min
If Amazon opens mini department stores as rumored , they could include high-tech dressing rooms and the retailer's own private-label clothing brands, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The aim is apparently to address some of the normal irritants of clothes shopping, increase its own brand recognition and make the stores as efficient as possible. One idea is that customers would use a sma

Lotus LEVA platform will underpin the brand’s future EVs


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SlashGear / 56min
British sports car maker Lotus has unveiled its all-new LEVA (Lightweight Electric Vehicle Architecture) platform at the Cenex LCV event in Millbrook, United Kingdom. Project LEVA is a research program that aims to accelerate the development of the next-generation Lotus electric cars. The LEVA architecture is adaptable to three layouts and can accommodate two different battery configurations. The

Book this, not that: Hawaii resorts edition


The Points Guy / 58min
Pandemic-era travel to Hawaii has been full of stops and starts as the islands cope with COVID-19 realities in the middle of the ocean. Now may not be the time to head to Hawaii given a surge in cases and a request by local officials to hold off on tourism for a bit, but if you’re planning a future getaway to Hawaii, you might have gotten overwhelmed by options. In addition to having to decide wh

10 Slasher Movies That Are Actually Good


Lifehacker / 59min
Slasher movies are often seen as the lowest tier of the movie pyramid, but you should reconsider this unfairly maligned sub-genre. In an effort to change your mind, I submit these ten influential, worthwhile, and interesting slasher flicks. Read more...

FBI held onto REvil decryptor for weeks before sharing with victims


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Reports suggest FBI sat on REvil’s universal decryptor for three weeks as it prepared to take action against the gang.

CityAirbus NextGen is the Urban Air Mobility vehicle of the future


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SlashGear / 1h
One of the biggest manufacturers of commercial aircraft in the world is Airbus. The company has revealed its plans for the emerging Urban Air Mobility (UAM) market with a helicopter called CityAirbus. The next generation of the flying vehicle is fully electric and has fixed wings and a V-shaped tail. It’s powered by eight electric propellers and is designed to … Continue reading

Unlocking the potential of DHM: Cheers’ patented formula is designed to help you feel better after drinking.


Futurism / 1h
Despite centuries of anecdotal findings, there hasn’t been a clear, approachable mass understanding of the science behind alcohol and why it makes you feel bad the next day. Countless “wives tale cures” have been touted as the “next best thing” for years, but with little-to-no science backing up their claims. It wasn’t until 2012 when dihydromyricetin (DHM) was discovered to have alcohol-related

Program for the Detroit Study Club. Cover depicts an autumn leaf. Handwritten on front: “The Detroit Study Club, 1912.”...


Music, Arts & Literature / 1h
Program for the Detroit Study Club. Cover depicts an autumn leaf. Handwritten on front: “The Detroit Study Club, 1912.” Courtesy of the Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library

Sony finally fixes the PS4 system clock battery issue


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Sony has fixed the PS4’s system clock battery issue with the latest PS4 9.0 system software update, now PS4 users who have dead internal clock battery can play their digital and physical games.

Delta BOGO Sale And Open Mic Night On Spirit Airlines


View from the Wing / 1h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...

Why the iPhone XS Is the Best Used iPhone Right Now


Lifehacker / 1h
Apple will happily sell you a new iPhone 13 for $800, $1,000, or even $1,100. But unless you’re desperate for a 120 Hz display or the latest and greatest smartphone camera money can buy, you might find more value in the used iPhone market. While you can find any iPhone ever made for sale online, there’s one that’s… Read more...

Microsoft Fall 2021 Event live blog: bring on the new Surface devices


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The Microsoft Fall 2021 Event is happening today, and we'll be bringing you the latest news and commentary.

Environmental Law Is Getting in the Way of Climate Action


20Wired / 1h
The path forward requires a new understanding of our burning world.

Baby Poop Is Loaded With Microplastics


47Wired / 1h
An alarming new study finds that infant feces contain 10 times more polyethylene terephthalate (aka polyester) than an adult’s.


Caltech creates embryo-like structures using stem cells


SlashGear / 1h
Researchers worldwide conduct vital research involving the understanding of the very early development of humans inside the womb using human embryos. Research of the type uses surplus embryos donated by people who have undergone in vitro fertilization. However, the amount of research conducted into these early stages of human development is extremely limited by the availability of embryos. Limits

Why you might want to wait before booking a trip to Australia this Christmas


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The Points Guy / 1h
Australian airline Qantas has announced plans to restart long-haul services to the United Kingdom and the United States as well as several other destinations from Dec. 18, 2021. As an Australian living overseas, I haven’t seen my family since before the pandemic — and I’m eager for leisure travel to resume in Australia. But I’m not hopeful it will happen this year. To understand Australia’s curre

Karnataka government bans online "games of chance"


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The state government's decision to ban online games of chance without offering much clarity could turn out to be disastrous for various start-ups operating in this field

Lithuania urges people to throw away Chinese phones


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200+BBC News - Technology / 1h
The country's National Cyber Security Centre found security risks in both Xiaomi and Huawei models.

Wyze Cam Pan v2 debuts featuring Color Night Vision


SlashGear / 2h
Wyze has revealed a new camera for use in the home called the Wyze Cam Pan v2. The camera is available now for $39.99 plus shipping. Like the original version of the Pan camera, it features 360-degree horizontal and 93-degree vertical pan and tilt capability. One of the most critical new features for the camera is full HD Color Night … Continue reading

Walked from a hotel? Here’s how much compensation you’re owed


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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. There are few travel experiences as disappointing as arriving at your hotel with a confirmed reservation, either excited for your much-anticipated stay or weary from a long travel day, only to be told that the hotel is sold out with no space for you. You read that right: it isn’t just airlines that overbook reservati

'Nine Perfect Strangers' gave us a glimpse of psychedelic utopia


Mashable / 2h
It's not exactly unknown for the TV show of a book to veer off from the original text. But binging my way through Liane Moriarty's 2018 novel while waiting for the finale of Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu was like entering a parallel universe — and not just because one was set in Australia and the other set in California (though filmed in Australia.) In both versions , Masha Dmitrichenko (Nicole

Safari 15 for macOS packs an all-new design and some top security features


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First announced at WWDC 2021 in June, Safari 15 is here for macOS Catalina and Big Sur.

Realme launches Realme GT Neo 2 smartphone in China


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Realme has launched the new Realme GT Neo 2 smartphone in China which comes with 120Hz AMOLED Display, Snapdragon 870 SoC.

The Morning After: The iPhone 13 review is here


Engadget / 2h
I’ll admit, I never believed that Apple would release a phone called the iPhone 13, or the 13 Mini , for obvious reasons. Now that the reviews for both handsets are out, it looks as if the company had no reason to think that it was tempting fate with the number. The esteemed Cherlynn Low has taken a deep dive into the pair and found two handsets brimming with refinements. Naturally, the 13 isn’t

Montana discovery highlights life at the end of the dinosaur era


SlashGear / 2h
Paleontologists from the University of Washington and the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture spent the summer working in Montana. They dug up the fossilized remains of four dinosaurs. All of the dinosaur fossils will be taken to the Burke Museum, where the public will be able to watch the team of paleontologists remove the rock surrounding the fossils. … Continue reading

This robotic backpack follows its leader wherever you may wander


Engadget / 2h
Back in 2019, Boston's Piaggio Fast Forward company released the first iteration of an automated cargo hauler for pedestrians, dubbed the Gita (pronounced JEE-tah). Two years, and multiple design improvements later, PFF is set to release a smaller, more nimble version which they're calling the Gitamini this October. With a cargo volume of up to nearly 2,000 cubic inches and capable of carrying up

This new cheap Nokia phone has 5G and an absolutely giant screen


Nokia G50 Two Phone•
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The Nokia G50 seems designed for fans of streaming services; it has 5G, a giant screen and a low price.

The next Google Chrome update will sacrifice performance in the name of security


Chrome Performance•
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Google Chrome devs reason security, even if it comes at the expense of performance, will be an acceptable price to pay.

Cloud migration is still accelerating, despite security concerns


Equinix Rubrik Cloud•
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Improving the cybersecurity posture is a priority for most enterprises migrating to the cloud.

'You'll See Other Quests in the Game That Are a Bit Silly'


20Wired / 2h
Shedworks’ creative director Gregorios Kythreotis explains the highs and lows of exploration in Sable, a chilled-out comedic sci-fi masterpiece.

Windows 11’s Taskbar Won’t Be Finished Before Release


How-To Geek / 2h
Windows 11 looks pretty slick, but its beauty is sometimes only skin deep. Take the new taskbar, for example: It’s missing drag-and-drop and other important features. Microsoft still appears to be working on the taskbar, but it’s going to ship with missing features. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

8 places to travel to explore Hispanic heritage sites


The Points Guy / 2h
Hispanic heritage in the Americas dates to the 1400s, when explorers from Spain and Portugal began their colonization of the New World. Today, many sites from that significant and oftentimes violent era, as well as the centuries that followed, still survive and can be illuminating, enriching focal points for an exploration of the history and culture during National Hispanic Heritage Month. Fast o

Aston Martin DB5 Junior No Time to Die Edition is perfect for little James Bond


SlashGear / 2h
Aston Martin and the Little Car Company has unleashed the DB5 Junior No Time to Die Edition, a two-third scale electric-powered replica of Agent 007’s original DB5. Sure, this Aston DB5 is a kid’s toy. But like all creations by the Little Car company (like the Bugatti Baby II and Ferrari Testa Rossa J), the DB5 Junior can also fit … Continue reading

Everything you need to know about Steve McQueen's 3 documentaries on Amazon Prime


Mashable / 2h
If you watched Steve McQueen's Small Axe series and want to find out more about the events depicted such as the Brixton Uprising, he's released a collection of companion documentaries. The British director released three new documentary films this year, airing on the BBC in July and landing on Amazon Prime Video on Sept. 17. Each covers stories of Black resistance and resilience in the UK in the


Potential specs for the Nvidia GeForce RTX 30-series Super GPUs have appeared


Nvidia RTX 3080 SUPER•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The Ampere (30-series) of Nvidia GPUs are some of the most powerful on the market, but they might get even beefier with this Super upgrade

The iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max finally get the big price cuts we've waited a year for


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iPhone 12 Pro Max deals just saw a big drop in price along with the iPhone 12 Pro thanks to the release of the iPhone 13.

Audi spent two weeks testing its RS Q e-tron rally car in the desert


SlashGear / 2h
Audi has been putting its RS Q e-tron rally car through grueling testing in Morocco under some of the most extreme desert conditions in the world. The hard-core testing is part of Audi’s preparations to participate in the Dakar Rally next January. Recently, Audi spent two weeks testing the RS Q e-tron under some of the most extreme conditions available … Continue reading

Why DevSecOps is essential to boost business innovation


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DevOps isn’t new and it means something different to just about every business.

Sims 4 gets more much-needed diversity - but at a price


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The Sims 4 has received a free update that adds over 1,000 color variations to build items and two new inclusive Kits have been announced.

It seems we're all still really bad at falling for online scams


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As more of our lives go online, we really need to get better at spotting scams, McAfee finds.

Why back to school shouldn’t mean a return to poor connectivity


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High-speed networks will be essential for seamless education in schools.

Report claims Apple aims to integrate new health features into the iPhone


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SlashGear / 3h
Apple stuffs more and more technology, features, and hardware into each successive generation of the iPhone. A new report has surfaced that claims Apple is working with UCLA and Biogen to integrate new health features that will detect depression and cognitive decline. The program’s goal is to determine if the iPhone can gather data, including facial expressions and typing metrics, … Continue read

The pandemic disrupted sex ed when students needed it most


Mashable / 3h
Sex education in the US left much to be desired long before 2020. States have wildly different mandates around what's covered, from only requiring HIV education to emphasizing abstinence to prohibitions around covering LGBTQ topics . Some states don't mandate sex education at all. Now, enter a pandemic. Like all schooling, sex ed shifted to virtual-only and presented unique challenges when COVID

SFO Airport Adds Employee Vaccine Mandate


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We’ve seen some airlines start to require vaccination among employees , and now one major airport in the United States has added a similar requirement. SFO’s new employee vaccine requirement San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has announced that each tenant and on-site contractor must immediately require all on-site personnel to be fully vaccinated. On-site personnel includes anyone whose p

O2 banned from claiming it has 'best network coverage'


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ASA says operators must support coverage claims with technical evidence.

Pokémon Unite: tier list, downloads, and mobile game explained


Pokémon Unite•
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The new Pokémon MOBA Pokémon Unite is out now on mobile and on consoles giving you a whole new way to enjoy your favorite gaming franchise.

Save £600 with this unbeatable LG C1 OLED TV deal


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The LG C1 OLED is one of the best TVs you can buy and it's now down to its lowest ever price in this Amazon deal.

'Pokémon Unite' has arrived on Android and iOS


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Engadget / 3h
Pokémon Unite is now available for download and is ready to play on Android and iOS . It's the same free-to-start MOBA with the same maps and monsters the launched on the Nintendo Switch in July, though the Pokémon Unite team recently rolled out a new update in preparation for its mobile debut. In a post on the game's official website, producer Masaaki Hoshino detailed the new features, starting

Stripe wants to make financial reporting less painful for SaaS businesses


Stripe Recognition•
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Business users have another Stripe tool at their disposal following launch of Revenue Recognition service.

The VW ID.4 AWD is comfortable, confident and definitely outclasses its hybrid rivals


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We've driven the fully electric, all-wheel drive VW ID.4 - and it's excellent.

Redmi G 2021 gaming laptop with Intel Core i5 and AMD Ryzen 7 processors unveiled in China


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The new Redmi G laptop is a successor to Xiaomi's first gaming laptop Redmi G launched in China last year and comes equipped with a 16.1-inch display.

Daniel Craig has thoughts on a woman playing James Bond


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Daniel Craig has weighed in on the question of Bond’s gender as a character.

NASA creates two new mission directorates


SlashGear / 3h
Tuesday, NASA administrator Bill Nelson announced that the space agency was creating a pair of new mission directorates to see it through the next two decades. The announcement separates NASA’s Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate into the new Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate (ESDMD) and Space Operations Mission Directorate. According to Nelson, the changes are


North America’s best airports are Miami and New Orleans, says J.D. Power


The Points Guy / 3h
Would you argue for Miami International as the best airport in North America? No? Then, how about New Orleans ? Road warriors who go to bat in defense of their favorite airport — or to bash their least favorite — will now have new fodder for their arguments. That’s thanks to the latest from marketing research firm J.D. Power, which released its 2021 North American Airport Satisfaction Study on We

Watch Bill Gates Get Very Uncomfortable When Asked About Jeffrey Epstein


Gizmodo / 3h
Bill Gates is currently doing a media tour to talk about his $1 billion clean energy partnership with large corporations. But after countless softball interviews on various TV networks, Gates clearly wasn’t prepared to be asked about any sensitive topics when he sat down for an interview with PBS on Tuesday night.… Read more...

BMW's weird tilting electric cargo bike is now real


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
German company Cube has built a working version of the Dynamic Cargo, with a central pivot to keep loads steady.

Telugu stars Venkatesh, Rana Daggubati to feature in Netflix series 'Rana Naidu'


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Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh Daggubati will be seen together for the first time in Netflix’s upcoming crime-drama series Rana Naidu, which is an adaptation of the American series Ray Donovan.

Netflix owns the rights to a host of Roald Dahl stories – and the TV possibilities are endless


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Netflix's Road Dahl acquisition bodes very well, with the rights to Willy Wonka, Matilda and other classic children's stories offering plenty of opportunities.

Learn what NFTs are, how to trade Bitcoin, and more with this $30 masterclass


Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Get in the cryptocurrency game with the Complete NFT & Cryptocurrency Wealth Building Masterclass Bundle , on sale as of Sept. 22 for only $29.99 — that's a 97% discount. Like a certificate of authenticity or a deed of proof, an NFT basically confirms you own the right to display artwork on your wall — or in this sense, your digital wallet. It’s a collectible digital asset , which holds va

Get a Dyson-style vacuum without the Dyson price tag with this $130 stick vacuum


Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Tidy up with the Orfeld H01 Cordless Stick Vacuum , on sale for just $129.99, down from $159.99, as of Sept. 22. That's an 18% discount. One of the reasons we all hate cleaning so much is because it’s just so inconvenient. Cleaning your floors generally requires two different gadgets just to transition from carpet to hardwood, an adjacent outlet in each room, and a whole lot of patience. T

Add a new, unlocked iPad 8 to your gadget arsenal for under $500


Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Snag an Open Box 8th Generation iPad (32GB, WiFi and LTE connectivity) for only $456.99 as of Sept. 22. Justifying the cost of yet another Apple gadget can be tough. But when you learn some helpful tricks, like buying Open Box products, it’s much easier to defend your purchase. An Open Box product is generally opened by mistake or for quality checks — and once it’s been open, the company c

Get unlimited access to crafting courses for 50% off


Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Explore your artistic side with a one-year unlimited plus subscription to Creativebug Fine Art & Craft Classes — save 50% as of Sept. 22 and grab this subscription for just $35. Instagram and TikTok certainly can serve as a source of inspiration, but the more time you spend on these apps, the more your creativity could end up suffering . It's time to channel your creative energy into somet

Shang-Chi now has a Disney Plus release date – but it's later than expected


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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings will land on Disney Plus this November as part of a day-long celebration of the streamer.

Netflix is acquiring the rights to Roald Dahl's books


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Netflix is acquiring the Roald Dahl Story Company (RDSC) and rights to the author's entire catalog, including classics like Charlie and The Chocolate Factory , Matilda and James and the Giant Peach , the company announced . Terms of the deal weren't disclosed (and are subject to regulatory approval), but three years ago Netflix paid "nine figures" for the rights to 16 of Dahl's works, according t

Death Stranding's PS4 to PS5 upgrade isn't Hideo(usly) expensive


Death Stranding PS5•
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PS4 players can upgrade to Death Stranding: Director’s Cut for slightly less than expected.

The best Bluetooth speaker of 2021 has been given a brilliant upgrade


Sonos Roam Speaker•
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The Sonos Roam has some new tricks up its sleeve thanks to an update.

Every new smartphone may drop its charger from the box by 2024


Apple EU USB 2024 Thursday•
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Expect Apple to also make a switch to USB-C ports, if this new legislation becomes EU law.

Hit VR game Beat Saber just got 10 new tracks from No Time to Die singer


Beat Saber Billie Eilish•
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If you're hyped for No Time to Die, the singer of its theme song has just added ten of her tracks to hit VR game Beat Saber.

VAVA Chroma Triple Laser 4K UHD Projector Review


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While TVs today are getting smarter and larger, not everyone may have the space to even hang such a panel. Conversely, some might want a watching area bigger than what most consumer TVs can offer. In both cases, laser projectors can provide the flexibility that some people need in a home entertainment system, and young company VAVA just debuted what … Continue reading

Most home security camera owners are failing to get the best from their devices


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Subscription services for your home security camera or a video doorbell may seem like an unnecessary added expense, but without one it may be failing to do its job properly.

Google Pixel 6 Pro leaked in first hands-on video


Google Pixel 6 Pro•
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A leaked hands-on video seemingly shows the Google Pixel 6 Pro from both the front and back.

A new line of Xiaomi phones is about to debut


Xiaomi Civi September 27•
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The Xiaomi Civi line is set to debut on September 27, but we might see them as something else entirely.


Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch unveiled in India with Snapdragon Wear 4100 Plus SoC


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The Fossil Gen 6 offers an AMOLED display, a new SpO2 sensor, and fast charging. It starts at Rs 23,995 in India.

Xiaomi launches Redmi Smart TV 32, Smart TV 43 in India: Price, specifications


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There are two new Redmi TVs in India, and they are the Redmi Smart TV 32 and Redmi Smart TV 43 that have been priced at Rs 15,999 and Rs 25,999 respectively.

London's largest cab company will go fully electric by 2023


London Addison Lee 2023•
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London courier and private hire taxi firm Addison Lee has pledged to convert its whole passenger car fleet to electric vehicles by 2023. While the company's website says it has over 4,800 cars operating in the UK capital, its recent acquisition of black taxi service ComCab will make it the largest taxi company in London with over 7,000 vehicles. It already has 650 zero-emission vehicles in its fl

Huawei launches MateBook 14 laptop in the UAE


Huawei MateBook 14•
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Featuring a 2K display and a large battery with SuperCharge support

Sony Pictures and Zee merger: What does it mean for the Indian OTT space?


Zee Sony India P. Goenka•
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Media and entertainment giant Zee Entertainment Enterprises' board has given in-principle approval for its merger with Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI). So what are its implications?

Steam may steal a favorite console feature that you’ll ‘instantly’ love


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A newly registered patent from Valve mentions an ‘instant play’ mechanic, which could allow for games to be playable before they fully download from the Steam client.

Shareholders claim Facebook overpaid an FTC settlement to protect Zuckerberg


Facebook Zuckerberg•
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Facebook shareholders have filed a lawsuit alleging that board members overpaid on a $5 billion FTC fine to protect CEO Mark Zuckerberg from an individual lawsuit, Politico has reported. "Zuckerberg, Sandberg, and other Facebook directors agreed to authorize a multi-billion settlement with the FTC as an express quid pro quo to protect Zuckerberg from being named in the FTC’s complaint, made subje

SharePlay didn't make it to iOS 15, but it's probably coming soon


Apple 15.1 SharePlay•
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Remember SharePlay ? It's Apple's way of making FaceTime fun, allowing users to listen to music or watch TV together with their friends. Now, SharePlay was supposed to arrive with iOS 15, but Apple delayed the launch to "later this fall," as it did with several other features, including Find My support for AirPods Pro and Max . However, the latest iOS beta is here, and it comes with SharePlay, in
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Pokémon Unite launches on mobile today, with a great strategy to help you connect


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With 5 million potential day-one players, Pokemon Unite on Android and iOS has a great way to play.

Hyundai and Kia to launch 6 electric cars in India by 2024


Hyundai Kia India 2024•
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Both the brands are expected to introduce their affordable mass-market electric cars in 2024.

Dizo Watch 2, Dizo Watch Pro go on sale today at discounted price


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Dizo Watch Pro and Watch 2 were launched the last week in India with a bunch of fitness and health-related features.

Indian govt's draft e-commerce rules face opposition from, well, Indian govt


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India’s proposed amendments to the e-commerce rules are facing objections from within the government. Amazon, Flipkart et al may rest easy at least for now.

Twitch reveals new process for dealing with unauthorized music use


Twitch Music NMPA DMCA•
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Twitch has struck a deal with the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA), but it still wouldn't give streamers access to songs they can legally use. In fact, as Billboard points out, it's not a licensing deal at all. According to the publication, the Amazon-owned livestreaming service made a financial settlement for past usage of licensed music on the platform. Twitch has also told creator

Amazon announces new Kindle Paperwhite and Signature Edition for the UAE


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After two years, there are two new Amazon Kindles coming out in the UAE - the Paperwhite and the Paperwhite Signature Edition

Eufy HomeVac S11 Lite is an affordable cordless vacuum cleaner


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The Eufy HomeVac S11 Lite comes with a 650ml dust box and is priced at Rs 13,499.

This stacked cybersecurity training bundle is on sale for 93% off


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TL;DR: The Ultimate 2021 Cyber Security Survival Training Bundle is on sale for £21.91 as of Sept. 22, saving you 93% on list price. You know the stability of our fragile internet ecosystem is in question when the FBI has to issue national cybersecurity warnings for holidays and weekends. But alas, that’s where we are. With the majority of companies conducting business, storing information, and h

Discover your professional potential with this discounted digital planning tool


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TL;DR: The DeamGravity Career Strategiser Tool is on sale for £28.50 as of Sept. 22, saving you 60% on list price. A lot more goes into choosing a career path than you think. And as a student, graduate, or young professional, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with possibilities — or even boxed in by your degree. But once you take a step back to visualise what it is that you truly want, you can make m

Galaxy Flex Note patent has an ingenious idea for storing the S Pen


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The Galaxy Z Fold 3’s adoption of S Pen and Wacom technologies was widely praised, but its treatment of the stylus received the completely opposite feedback. Sold separately and without any home for it on the device, some regarded the S Pen as an optional afterthought rather than a selling feature. The balance between having a thin device and a … Continue reading

Windows 11 PC Health Check now explains why your PC isn’t up to spec


Microsoft Windows 11•
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Divining whether your Windows 10 PC is eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade hasn’t been a straightforward matter, at least not at first. Microsoft admitted to botching up the communication of the minimum system requirements and even had to pull out its tool that was supposed to make that easy. That PC Health Check app is finally available for everyone … Continue reading


eBay Australia’s PlayStation giveaway could net you a PS5 prize pack


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Here's your chance to win one of 48 PlayStation 5 prize bundles on eBay Australia.

Surface Go 3 specs leak confirm the most important upgrade


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Microsoft’s big Surface event is almost upon us, and products like the Surface Book and Surface Duo successors are taking up the majority of people’s attention. There are, of course, other members of the Surface family, like the Surface Pro 8 that is admittedly shaping up to be a significant upgrade. The next Surface Go, on the other hand, might … Continue reading

Galaxy S21 FE production is reportedly off to a bad start


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Since fewer people will probably buy a Galaxy Z Fold 3 or Galaxy Z Flip 3 in lieu of the absence of a Galaxy Note 21 this year, Samsung is left with a rather large gap between Galaxy S series flagships in 2021 and 2022. That gap would have been partially filled by a Fan Edition, but that strategy might … Continue reading

Amazon Is Lobbying the U.S. to Legalize Weed


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Amazon is ramping up its pro-weed campaign, announcing on Tuesday that it is actively lobbying for legislative reforms aimed at decriminalization and reaffirming its commitment to not screening job applicants for cannabis. Read more...

Honor could still be sanctioned if US agencies can actually agree on it


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It isn’t surprising to hear about Huawei’s attempts to circumvent US sanctions that prevent it from buying products, technologies, and even software from former partners like Qualcomm and Google. For example, it ordered some 4G-only Snapdragon chips to bypass its ban from touching anything related to 5G. Some lawmakers and government officials in the US see its sale of Honor … Continue reading

Joseph Gordon-Levitt's Wolfboy and the Everything Factory Looks Like a Whimsical Treat


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Created by Toff Mazery and Edward Jesse, and executive produced by Joseph Gordon-Levitt ( Inception , The Dark Knight Rises , also a noted Magic: The Gathering fan ), Wolfboy and the Everything Factory is that (seemingly) increasingly rare thing: an animated series based on an original idea. The Apple TV+ series is about… Read more...


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