Tesla debuts new car insurance that uses Texans’ real-time driving behavior
Tesla Insurance Real•
500+TechCrunch / 7h
Mariella Moon Contributor Mariella Moon is an associate editor at Engadget . More posts by this contributor 1Password’s new feature lets you safely share passwords using just a link Alphabet’s Wing tests drone deliveries from shopping center rooftops in Australia Tesla now offers car insurance in Texas, its new home state , a couple of years after launching the product in California. According to
Save Big on Bikes and Scooters During Segway's Halloween Sales Event
How-To Geek / 1h
Ready for some early Christmas shopping? Segway is slashing prices on its best scooters, bikes, and hoverboards, including several models made for children. Now’s your chance to save up to 60% on these motorized rideables from now until the end of October. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II's Morpheus Could Explain Some Crucial Lore in Matrix Resurrections
Gizmodo / 41min
Of the many mysteries revolving around The Matrix Resurrections , the situation with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II’s new incarnation of Morpheus has been particularly interesting because of what it suggests about the direction the new movie’s story may take. Read more...
Nintendo Switch wireless charging hack seems too easy
SlashGear / 7min
One intrepid engineer revealed a hardware hack this week that allows the Nintendo Switch Lite to go wireless. The hack is surprisingly simple, if one considers the use of a soldering iron and a screwdriver easy. The creator, Robotanv, has a history of turning devices like this into wireless charging superstars – Qi-standard wireless charging in full effect! The Nintendo … Continue reading
Google Chat is getting an important security upgrade
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8min
Preventing data leaks is of the utmost importance to businesses which is why Google is launching a new beta to add data loss prevention (DLP) to Google Chat . The search giant announced the beta at its Google Cloud Next '21 virtual event this week in an effort to help prevent sensitive and confidential information from leaking outside of organizations. We've built a list of the best online collab
iPhone 13 vs iPhone 13 Pro: Is this the year to go Pro?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8min
The iPhone 13 and the iPhone 13 Pro are out now, which means that Apple’s smartphone vision has been established for the next year. So what are we dealing with here? Two brilliant flagship smartphones , is the easy answer. But how do the two compare, and which is the better buy? Has Apple learned from its mistakes of last year and properly differentiated its Pro model this time around? We scored
Can a 30-Year-Old Book Teach a 40-Year-Old How to Skate?
Lifehacker / 10min
My brain refuses to accept the fact that the 1990s ended 21 years ago—it definitely seems like it should only be 10, right?—and I’m having similar trouble coming to terms with the fact that I recently entered my fifth decade of existence. In my head anyway, I’m still roughly the same in every way as I was in my early… Read more...
I just got a tattoo on a cruise ship — here’s why you should, too
The Points Guy / 10min
When I found out there was going to be a tattoo parlor on board the Scarlet Lady, Virgin Voyages’ first cruise ship , I knew I had to get on that ship to try it out myself. “Have you lost your mind? Getting a tattoo on a cruise ship?” Those were the questions I was asked a number of times in the leadup to the trip — from family members, friends and even a few coworkers. But I was set on getting a
Twitch says no passwords were leaked in security breach
Engadget / 14min
No Twitch passwords were exposed in the livestreaming service's recent major security breach , according to the company. In an update on the incident, Twitch said it's confident systems that store hashed login credentials weren't accessed, nor were ACH/banking details. Twitch previously noted it doesn't store full credit card numbers. After reviewing information in the exposed files, Twitch says
What Is Beta Testing?
How-To Geek / 15min
Have you discovered an application you use has a “beta version” or features that are “in beta?” Beta testing is a crucial part of what makes the software we use daily stable and user-friendly. Here’s how it works. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Bringing it in-house: What to look for when hiring a general counsel
TechCrunch / 15min
Tim Parilla Contributor Tim Parilla is LinkSquares ’ chief legal officer. More posts by this contributor How to make sure your legal team is M&A ready A recent Corporate Counsel article highlighted a growing trend: More senior legal leaders are migrating to startups to take on general counsel roles. For some, it’s an attempt to find a better work-life balance (whoops!), while others are eager to
What to expect from Apple’s Mac-focused October 18 event
Ars Technica / 18min
Enlarge / Apple could be getting ready to show us the next stage of the MacBook Pro's development. Another month, another Apple event. Fresh off a September event that delivered new updates for the entire iPhone lineup, some new iPads, and a gently tweaked Apple Watch, Apple is preparing for another event on Monday, October 18 . And this time, we're expecting the company to focus on the Mac, whic
Leader of Apple activism movement says she was fired.
Apple #Appletoo Movement•
NYT > Technology / 23min
Janneke Parrish, who was a program manager for Apple Maps in Austin, Texas, was one of the two leaders of a group that called itself AppleToo.
Will eliminating quantitative popularity on Instagram actually make it safe for kids?
Mashable / 25min
Imagine with me: Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook without any metrics. You log onto the app, and see the same pictures from your friends and the latest food videos from creators like Emily Mariko — but there's no number of likes, no number of views, and no number of comments. You don't know how many followers other people on the app have, or how many followers you have. You don't even know the num
Select-To-Speak Accessibility Feature on Chromebook Gets New Human-Sounding Voices
How-To Geek / 36min
Google’s Chrome OS has several helpful accessibility features, including ‘Select-to-speak,’ a screen reader that lets you select specific text for the OS to read aloud. And while it’s a great feature, today, Google announced some updates that’ll make it even better for those with Dyslexia or learning disabilities. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
MIT researchers create fabric that can sense and react to its wearer's movement
Engadget / 44min
Textile production may be one of the oldest technologies known to humans, but it hasn't proven easy to adapt the advances of the information age to our garments. Sure, we've seen efforts like Google's Project Jacquard try to bring clothes into the modern era, but those haven't been particularly successful. Not that that's stopping a team of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technolo
How to Hang a Picture With Near-Perfect Accuracy on the First Try
Lifehacker / 45min
There are many times in life when we hear a bit of information and incredulously mutter to ourselves, Duh. Of course I knew that. Who doesn’t know that ?! And then there are times when we learn something so simple, so basic, and that solves such a persistent, annoying (albeit small) pain point in our everyday… Read more...
Why it pays to upgrade your cruise ship cabin
The Points Guy / 46min
Cruise ship cabins have improved since the days when you bumped into walls on your way to your bathroom, but there is still a difference between staying in a small, windowless interior space versus a room with its own balcony or even a lavish suite. For many people, it makes sense to upgrade to the best cabin you can afford. Consider a cruise cabin your hotel room for the week, and start with a d
Researchers show Facebook’s ad tools can target a single user
TechCrunch / 51min
A new research paper written by a team of academics and computer scientists from Spain and Austria has demonstrated that it’s possible to use Facebook’s targeting tools to deliver an ad exclusively to a single individual if you know enough about the interests Facebook’s platform assigns them. The paper — entitled “Unique on Facebook: Formulation and Evidence of (Nano)targeting Individual Users wi
Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is a strong 2-in-1 with too many hidden fees
Mashable / 54min
Microsoft's newest addition to the Surface lineup — the Surface Pro 8 — proves the old adage "you get what you pay for" sometimes needs additional context. In this case, be ready to drop a hefty chunk of change for this Windows 11 tablet itself and then another sizable chunk on top of that for the accessories that make it useful. The $1,100 Surface Pro 8 is the latest and greatest Surface Pro yet
You may soon be able to answer phone calls on your Chromebook
Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge / Samsung Galaxy Chromebook. (credit: Samsung) Chromebooks, which are powered by Chrome OS, are generally viewed as a simpler alternative to Windows and macOS systems. But as more Chromebooks flirt with four-figure price tags—take, for example, the Asus Chromebook Flip C436 , Samsung Galaxy Chromebook , and recently announced Acer Chromebook Spin 514 —consumers will start to demand at lea
Microsoft Teams update will help you tune out all distractions
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
A constant barrage of incoming notifications can be distracting while trying to work which is why Microsoft plans to roll out a new update for Microsoft Teams later this year to help users stay focused on the task at hand. According to a new post on the Microsoft 365 roadmap, the software giant is currently working on a new experience for the Viva Insights app in Teams that expands on its focus t
Emojigate Scandal: Windows 11's Promise of 3D Emoji Falls Flat
How-To Geek / 1h
Is this the straw that broke the camel’s back? As Microsoft’s Windows 11 release continues to fall short of fans’ expectations, a new scandal is sending the internet into a rabid fury. That’s right—Microsoft lied about its Windows 11 emoji, and now we’re knee-deep in Emojigate. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
How to Make Siri Stop Reading Your Notifications on iPhone
How-To Geek / 1h
If you’re tired of hearing Siri read every incoming iPhone notification through your AirPods, Beats headphones, or CarPlay, it’s easy to get Siri to stop reading notifications out loud. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Doctors Say CBD Oil Shrank a Patient’s Tumor
Daily CBD Oil Lung•
200+Futurism / 1h
Doctors from the U.K. report an intriguing case in which an octogenarian woman who smokes a pack of cigarettes per week refused treatment for her lung cancer — but the tumor shrankanyway. Now, the trio of doctors suspects that the woman’s daily self-administration of CBD oil may be the reason for her recovery, according to a paper they published in the journal BMJ Case Reports on Thursday. There
Governor Calls Journalist a “Hacker” for Looking at HTML
Missouri Post-Dispatch•
Futurism / 1h
I’m In Missouri Governor Mike Parson is furious about a journalist who exposed and reported a serious cybersecurity flaw on a government website. Here’s what happened: St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Josh Renaud identified a flaw that left over 100,000 Social Security numbers of teachers, administrators, and other government employees exposed in plaintext, Motherboard reports . When he reported
Should You Subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online’s Expansion Pack?
Lifehacker / 1h
For all of Nintendo’s awards and praise, one area the company consistently draws criticism is its online experience. Compared to competitors like Sony and Microsoft, Nintendo has always been behind in letting people play games with friends and purchase digital content. The company is trying to improve, though, with a… Read more...
The ABCs of Big Oil: How Big Oil Killed Our Political Imagination
Gizmodo / 1h
On The ABCs of Big Oil , a new podcast miniseries produced in collaboration with Drilled, my co-host Amy Westervelt and I have been exploring the oil and gas industry’s infiltration of grade school curricula to promote the false idea that humanity needs fossil-fueled capitalism to survive. This week, we’re moving on up… Read more...
EU effectively subtweets Apple on the USB-C iPhone
SlashGear / 1h
Today the European Union released a public statement on their intent to require USB-C for all smartphones, tablets, cameras, and more. “The European Commission tried to bring companies on board via voluntary agreements, which partially worked.” said Anna Cavazzini, Chair of the EU Parliament’s consumer protection committee. “However, not all companies have agreed, and that is why the Commission h
This top LG 1440p gaming monitor is now at a record low price
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
One of LG's best 1440p gaming monitors is now down to its best price ever. You'll have to move fast, though, as this deal is only available until the end of the day. The excellent 27-inch LG 27GL83A-B is reduced to $299.99 (was $379.99) at Amazon . This is the biggest price cut we've seen on the popular gaming monitor since Amazon Prime Day back in June. It makes sense, then, that they bring it b
A roadmap for climate investors
TechCrunch / 1h
Arvind Gupta Contributor Arvind co-leads Mayfield’s engineering biology practice and is founder and venture advisor at IndieBio . He was the first investor in breakout bio companies such as Geltor, Synthex, Prime Roots, NotCo, Prellis, New Culture, DNA Lite and Memphis Meats. Climate in the last decade has been unprecedented in many ways, none of them good. Wildfires in California have consumed e
How this perk works: The Chase Sapphire Preferred 10% anniversary points bonus
The Points Guy / 1h
In August 2021, Chase revealed a slew of exciting changes to its Sapphire cards , particularly raising the value of the ever-so-popular Chase Sapphire Preferred Card . Among these improvements were new and elevated spending category bonuses and even a new annual $50 Ultimate Rewards hotel statement credit . Another change that’s worth mentioning is a 10% anniversary points bonus. Cardholders will
Don’t miss the opportunity for plenty of giggles with these adorable pet costumes
Mashable / 1h
The following content is brought to you by Mashable partners. If you buy a product or service featured here, we may earn an affiliate commission or other compensation. Spooky season is officially upon us, and Halloween is right around the corner. But the question is, do you know what your four-legged bestie is going to be for the occasion? Whether you want your pup or kitten to be a part of the f
A giant sea turtle got stranded. Now satellites are keeping an eye on him.
Mashable / 1h
Volunteer crews in Massachusetts came to the rescue of this giant leatherback sea turtle spotted in Cape Cod. Fortunately, the turtle appeared to be in good health and was released back into the ocean. Satellite and acoustic tracking devices were also placed on the sea turtle, enabling researchers to monitor his migration patterns over the next five to ten years.
Expand your superhero fandom and more with these Collector Con exclusives
Mashable / 1h
Fandom is huge and only growing bigger with every Wiki page. It’s infinitely expanding, spinning off, and veering into galaxies far, far away. One way we keep the characters we love (and would follow through every twist or turn of the multiverse) close to our hearts is collecting. We carefully hone our compendiums, celebrating everything great about pop culture past, present, and future. Over its
'Succession' slays again with ruthless, relentless Season 3
Mashable / 1h
Succession is back with a new season so seamless you’ll almost forget it ever stopped. Returning this Sunday, HBO’s award-winning satirical drama picks up immediately after the events of Season 2, aired all the way back in 2019. An explosive finale saw Kendall (Jeremy Strong) attack his father (Brian Cox) on the national stage, naming Logan as a key figure in the cruises scandal. That surprise ma
Where to get 'Animal Crossing' on sale ahead of its 2 huge updates
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $10.04: Animal Crossing: New Horizons is on sale at Walmart for just $49.94 as of Oct. 15. It normally sells for $59.99, so this saves you 17%. That Animal Crossing Direct was a doozy, indeedaroo . Nintendo held a special livestream Friday to announce a ton of new content for Animal Crossing: New Horizons , its bestselling island-tending game , starting with a free version 2.0 update. Availa
Pandora is partnering with SoundCloud to launch a new station
Pandora SoundCloud•
TechCrunch / 1h
SiriusXM-owned Pandora is partnering with SoundCloud to launch “ The Lookout by SoundCloud ,” a new station available on Pandora that aims to showcase music from the “hip hop superstars of tomorrow.” Today’s announcement comes as Pandora’s parent company, SiriusXM, recently partnered with SoundCloud to launch a show of the same name on its Hip-Hop Nation channel. It’s no surprise that SiriusXM is
Steam bans games that allow cryptocurrency and NFT trading
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Engadget / 1h
Steam will no longer allow games that enable NFT (non-fungible token) and cryptocurrency trading through the blockchain. Steam's onboarding page for Steamworks users and partners now states that they shouldn't publish "applications built on blockchain technology that issue or allow exchange of cryptocurrencies or NFTs" on Steam. The rule was added at some point after October 6th, according to a v
A New Look Inside the Latest Thrawn Book Reintroduces a Very Familiar Chiss
Gizmodo / 1h
Timothy Zahn’s two Thrawn trilogies have done a lot to casually re-integrate elements of his highly influential work in the Expanded Universe back into Star Wars ’ contemporary canon, especially when it comes to the inner workings of the Chiss Ascendancy . But after books of teasing, the author is putting the spotlight… Read more...
Tiny Gas Explosions Create the Raised Dots on This Electronic Braille Display
Gizmodo / 1h
Creating dynamic Braille displays that can quickly change their pattern of dots isn’t a new idea, but the existing solutions are often big boxes with complex mechanisms used to raise and lower an array of rounded pins. Researchers from Cornell University are working on an explosive new approach that could produce… Read more...
Google and Dell offer new tools to help operators manage 5G and the edge
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Dell and Google have both detailed new offerings for mobile operators looking to roll out new 5G services, in further evidence of the growing convergence between the technology and telecoms sectors. Google has taken the wraps off Google Distributed Cloud, a portfolio of hardware and software services that bring Google’s infrastructure to the network edge or local data centre. The most revolutiona
NASA’s Lucy mission will soon be in the sky, with a launch set for Saturday
NASA Lucy Jupiter Trojan•
Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge / Atlas V with the Lucy spacecraft aboard an SLC-41 on the morning of October 15 as media set their sound-activated remote cameras. (credit: Trevor Mahlmann) Less than five years have gone by since NASA selected the "Lucy" mission for development as part of its Discovery Mission program, and now the intriguing spacecraft is ready for launch. The $981 million mission will fly an extremely
Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack price is a big hike over standard subscription
SlashGear / 1h
After making us wait a few weeks for details, Nintendo today announced pricing for Nintendo Switch Online and its Expansion Pack, which adds playable Nintendo 64 and Sega Genesis games to the service. The new pricing might elicit sticker shock in those used to Nintendo Switch Online’s standard pricing of $20 a year because gaining access to the Expansion Pack … Continue reading
New Zealand Lays Off Its Official City Wizard After 23 Years of Loyal Service
Gizmodo / 1h
Since 1998, UK-born Ian Brackenbury has been paid a solid $16,000 NZD (roughly 11,300 USD) per year to be the official wizard for the city of Christchurch in New Zealand. Now after slightly more than two decades on the city’s payroll, authorities are officially cutting ties with Brackenbury in an attempt to modernize… Read more...
This Classic Margarita Is My Ride or Die Cocktail
Lifehacker / 1h
Nine years ago today, my partner and I went on our first date. Of course, I didn’t know it was a date at the time, and neither did he—we were acquainted through music and had played shows together, so when he was passing through the Bay Area (where I was then living) on tour, he asked me if I wanted to meet him in San… Read more...
Star Trek: Lower Deck's Mike McMahan Breaks Down Season 2's Themes and That Epic Finale
Gizmodo / 1h
Another season of Star Trek: Lower Decks has come to an end , but this time, the show has evolved into a whole new level of trials and tribulations for the crew of the Cerritos . To look back on season two and unpack some of those twists from the finale, io9 chatted with showrunner Mike McMahan to uncover what to expect… Read more...
Final hours to save $100 on passes to TC Sessions: Space 2021
24TechCrunch / 1h
A reminder for all you procrastinators, feet-draggers and last-minute decision makers. Today’s your last chance to shave $100 off the price of admission to TC Sessions: Space 2021 (December 14-15). This sector moves at warp speed, and this virtual conference where you’ll hear from, meet and engage with the leading scientists, founders, space experts and investors specializing in frontier technolo
QAnon figurehead Ron Watkins announces he's running for Congress
Watkins QAnon Congress•
Mashable / 1h
The U.S. House of Representatives already has two QAnon-believing Congress members: Republicans Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert. Will we soon see Q himself (allegedly) join them? QAnon figurehead Ron Watkins officially announced that he is running for Congress as a Republican in Arizona on Thursday night in a bizarre video posted to his Telegram channel. "I am here to formally announce
Virgin Galactic delays commercial space tourism launch
Virgin Galactic Commercial•
Mashable / 1h
Virgin Galactic this week announced the delay of its commercial space tourism program until the end of 2022. The company is kicking off its planned "enhancement program" for the VSS Unity spacecraft and VMS Eve carrier aircraft. Designed to "improve vehicle performance and flight-rate capability," the program includes routine analysis to predict how materials will perform under certain conditions
Save on a Vitamix blender that's usually $700
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $175: As of Oct. 15, the Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series smart blender is on sale for $175 (25%) off the usual price at Amazon. You'll pay $524.95. Have you ever considered buying a $700 blender? No? Well, we guess that's fair. That's a lot to pay for a smoothie. SEE ALSO: All the best air fryers on sale ahead of Black Friday Good thing this blender only used to be $700. For a limited time, you
Finding a gift that kids actually like is tricky. This guide will make it easier.
Mashable / 1h
The "It's an avocado! Thanks!" kid might make it look easy, but finding the perfect gift for a kid requires attention to detail — and an ear for their reactions to various toy commercials. Kids can be particular . The things kids like change not just with age, but also with evolving trends from TV shows and new technology... and TikTok. If parents are lucky enough, their kid will provide a long l
Apple hires a new HomePod software lead amid speaker market struggles
Apple HomePod Software•
Engadget / 1h
Amid struggles to make headway in the smart speaker market, Apple has hired a new HomePod software head, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman. The company has reportedly brought onboard Afrooz Family, who co-founded the high-end audio startup Syng with former Apple designer Christopher Stringer. Apple's $349 HomePod arrived in 2018 to very mixed reviews , and was discontinued early this year. Th
Apple Watch 7's bigger screen: just how does it compare to older Apple Watches?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
One of the headline upgrades on the Apple Watch 7 is its larger screen, which is roughly 20% bigger than on the Apple Watch 6 . That’s achieved through a slightly larger body (41mm or 45mm compared to 40mm or 44mm) coupled with much smaller bezels of just 1.7mm. So although the Apple Watch 7 is larger on your wrist than the equivalent Apple Watch 6, we found in our Apple Watch 7 review that the d
Google will allows Chrome apps to live on a little while longer
Google Chrome 2025•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Google has further postponed the retirement of Chrome apps, which are already on extended life support . Chrome apps, not to be confused with Chrome browser extensions , were Google’s idea of delivering browser-based apps that installed inside Chrome and looked and functioned like regular desktop apps. Chrome apps never took off thanks to the evolution of web standards and platforms such as progr
Hydrogen energy could be the key for ensuring the UK's Net Zero future
Two UK Hydrogen Zero•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The UK’s continuing energy crisis has so far seen gas prices soaring to record levels, a number of suppliers going bust and significant increases in typical household energy bills. However, what this crisis has also made quite clear is that we need an energy system that is sustainable and dependable enough to comfortably supply the nation with power. Currently, the UK has a number of leading rene
Meet the startups changing mobility for emerging middle classes
TechCrunch / 1h
In emerging economies, where spending billions to build public transit infrastructure can be out of reach, startups are using technology to meet the mobility needs of a rising urban middle class. Swvl , Treepz , Jatri , SafeBoda , Urbvan , Chalo and Buser are just a few of the startups that have popped up in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and South America in recent years, all with a focus on prov
Weight loss app Noom gets into mental health coaching
Engadget / 2h
Since 2011, Noom has made a name for itself as a weight loss app. This week, with the introduction of a new feature called Noom Mood, it’s expanding into mental wellness. If you’ve already tried the aforementioned weight loss program, you’ll have a good idea of what to expect from Noom Mood. As you embark on the four-month program, each day the app will provide you with articles and activities ce
Billionaire Says He’ll Play Badminton on Upcoming Space Station Trip
92Futurism / 2h
Space Shuttlecock Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa , the country’s 30th richest man , is making his dream of traveling to space come true in December. He’ll board a Soyuz spacecraft, taking off from Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan and accompanied by cosmonaut Alexander Misurkin, who has already been to space on two occasions. And Maezawa’s planning on making the most of his time there. “I’ve
How to Tell Someone You’re Only Interested in Sex Without Sounding Like a jerk
Lifehacker / 2h
The headline here is optimistic. If you tell someone who has feelings for you that you don’t want to date them, but you do want to sleep with them, you probably will sound like an asshole. But we have a few tips on how to sound less like one. You’re not actually a bad person, but when feelings are involved, it’s easy… Read more...
Fine, the Monarchy Is Good (Just This One Time)
Gizmodo / 2h
As the world starts looking to Glasgow for the United Nations climate talks happening later this month, the British royals are saying what we’re all thinking. Namely, billionaires need to stop obsessing about space tourism , and world leaders need to get off their ass and come to the talks. Read more...
Are We Panicking Over Social Media?
53Wired / 2h
Perhaps fears over social media aren't that much different than previous worries over the effects of video games or Dungeons & Dragons.
How to Change Country or Region in the Google Play Store
How-To Geek / 2h
The country or region where you live determines a lot of what you can see online. That includes apps, games, movies, and TV shows from the Google Play Store. We’ll show you how to change that. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Tesla Cybertruck Pricing Disappears From Site---Is a Price Hike Coming?
How-To Geek / 2h
After delaying the Cybertruck until late 2022 earlier this year, Tesla has removed all mentions of pricing, specs, and model information from the Cybertruck reservation website overnight, leading many to believe a price increase is coming. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
This might be the best Amex card combo: Amex Gold and Amex Business Platinum
33The Points Guy / 2h
Given how volatile points and miles programs can be, we often advise in favor of diversifying the types of travel rewards you earn. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend years saving up rewards points only to see that dream flight or night slip out of reach when a program suddenly devalues (or eliminates) its award chart. And that’s been happening a lot these days . However, it’s sometimes a good
Mike Shebanek and Matt King share W3C accessibility project at Sight Tech Global 2021
TechCrunch / 2h
Millions of people who are blind or visually impaired use a technology known as a screen reader to access the Web. However, few websites are coded to work properly with screen readers. Global web standards that specify how to support screen reader users as well as other people with disabilities have been available since 1999, but an estimated 70% of websites are still not accessible. Why is that?
120,000 Amex Points And $1500 In Credits, Get In Before Business Platinum Annual Fee Increase
View from the Wing / 2h
The card is packed full of value. The initial bonus offer is huge. And you have a window to get the card before its annual fee goes up. This is a great deal for many. Continue reading ...
Recurring Water Vapor Potentially Found on Europa—but Just on One Side
Gizmodo / 2h
The icy surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa appears to be continually feeding its thin atmosphere with water vapor, according to Hubble observations made from 1999 to 2015. Read more...
Add a Eufy video doorbell to your porch for under $70
Mashable / 2h
Save $48.49: As of Oct. 15, the Eufy WiFi Video Doorbell is on sale. Add an extra Amazon coupon to snag it for $69.99, which beats its previous lowest price. Now is a great time to try a video doorbell — both because the holiday season usually brings an uptick in visitors and because we found a really good deal on a budget-friendly model. Eufy's WiFi video doorbell is on sale at Amazon for $79.99
The Apple TV 4K drops to $160, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
Engadget / 2h
Yes, we know it's October, but the holiday shopping season (apparently) knows no bounds. We're already starting to see early Black Friday deals pop up across the web, so it's not too early to start crossing things off your gift list. The Apple TV 4K remains on sale for $160 while the AirPods Pro and a couple of MacBooks are also discounted. A pair of our favorite Bose earbuds are down to a record
How to Make Old PC Games Look (and Play) Better on a Newer Computer
Lifehacker / 2h
One of the best things about being a PC gamer is that it’s almost always possible to get your old games running on your new computer. However, unlike playing retro console games on modern TVs , there’s no universal solution for making that happen. Owing to the myriad hardware and software configurations you might be… Read more...
Open source reliance is creating a bunch of security issues
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Although many companies are heavily reliant on open source software (OSS) as they seek to accelerate their digital efforts, a new report from VMware Tanzu suggests IT leaders are also conscious of the inherent risks. Based on a poll of executives, team managers and open source contributors, the report states that 95% of companies use OSS in production, with larger enterprises (1,000+ employees) t
Xbox Series X mini fridge price and pre-order release date revealed
Xbox Series December•
SlashGear / 2h
A surprisingly decent proposal appeared this year as Microsoft revealed the Xbox Series X refrigerator. At first, this entire situation seemed like an out-of-season April Fools’ Joke back in October of 2020, as a sort of giveaway deal with Snoop Dogg. Then it appeared chilling Dwayne Johnson’s energy drink. Then it started to get… real. If you’re looking at the … Continue reading
You can preorder the Xbox Series X Mini Fridge on October 19th
Xbox Series December•
TechCrunch / 2h
Kris Holt Contributor Kris Holt is a contributing writer at Engadget . More posts by this contributor YouTube removes R. Kelly’s official channels Amazon is reportedly working on a smart fridge that tracks what’s inside As promised, Microsoft will start shipping its Xbox Series X Mini Fridge in time for the holidays. The company said the fridge costs $100 and pre-orders start on October 19th. It
F12 isn’t hacking: Missouri governor threatens to prosecute local journalist for finding exposed state data
Missouri Social Security•
TechCrunch / 2h
Missouri governor Mike Parson is facing a monumental backlash after threatening to prosecute a journalist for responsibly reporting a serious security lapse in the state’s website. Earlier this week, St. Louis Post-Dispatch journalist Josh Renaud reported that the website for the state’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) was exposing over 100,000 teachers’ Social Security nu
Spot AI emerges from stealth with $22M for a platform to draw out more intelligence from organizations’ basic security videos
TechCrunch / 2h
Security cameras, for better or for worse, are part and parcel of how many businesses monitor spaces in the workplace for security or operational reasons. Now, a startup is coming out of stealth with funding for tech designed to make the video produced by those cameras more useful. Spot AI has built a software platform that “reads” that video footage — regardless of the type or quality of camera
Animal Crossing: New Horizons free and paid DLC add a ton of new content next month
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SlashGear / 2h
As promised, today Nintendo debuted a new Direct centered entirely around Animal Crossing: New Horizons. In it, Nintendo revealed that Animal Crossing: New Horizons is getting a boatload of new content through both an upcoming free update and paid DLC. It seems like a lot is coming to Animal Crossing: New Horizons next month, but unfortunately, today’s Direct had some … Continue reading
Italy’s ITA Airways Reveals Bold (And Strange) Livery
100+One Mile at a Time / 2h
It’s a big day for aviation in Italy. Yesterday Alitalia technically ceased operations, and today Italy’s new national airline, ITA Airways, launched. We’ve very slowly been learning the details of the new airline, including the carrier’s fleet plans , though there are some more updates today. ITA Airways reveals livery While no planes are fully painted in this livery yet, ITA Airways has reveale
Valve Now Bans Steam Games Using Blockchain, NFT, or Crypto
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How-To Geek / 2h
PC gaming may be an open ecosystem, but Valve sets the rules on Steam. Now, it appears that Valve is banning games with blockchain, NFT, and cryptocurrency technology from its digital storefront. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
The Best Tech Gifts Between $50-100 for Holiday 2021
How-To Geek / 2h
It’s challenging to shop for people around the holidays, but what’s the one thing everyone seems to love? New tech! All of these gadgets fall between $50-100, and there’s a wide range of interests and hobbies covered in this list. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Prepare for blackouts with this vehicle-grade backup power station on sale
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Stay prepared with the HomePower ONE Backup Power Station , on sale for $949.99 — a 26% discount — as of Oct. 15. With natural disasters seemingly popping up more often these days, it's time to think about your emergency preparedness plan — no matter where you live. It's always a good idea to be prepared before something happens because once the demand for a product goes up, it's nearly im
Get this ultimate 8k HD drone kit on sale for 70% off
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Take to the skies with the Kai One Pro 8K HD Drone , on sale for $299.95 as of Oct. 15 — that's a 70% savings. Some drones simply fly away from you and return on command. This $1,000 drone does so much more, it may start to rival your smartphone. And for a limited time, you can take it home for less than $300. The Kai One Pro 8K HD Drone does it all. You can view real-time photographs from
The best Instant Pot and multicooker deals of Black Friday 2021
Mashable / 2h
Looking for an Instant Pot this Black Friday but don't know which one is best for you? Here are the best multicooker deals as of Oct. 15: OUR TOP PICK: Instant Pot Duo Plus 8-quart 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker — $119.95 (save $20.04) BEST BUDGET PICK: Instant Pot Duo 3-quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker — $64 (save $5.99) BEST NINJA FOODI DEAL: Ninja Foodi FD101 10-in-1 5-quart Pressure Coo
An NFT from Signal's founder will look like a poop emoji when someone owns it
Engadget / 2h
Moxie Marlinspike, the founder of Signal , has created an NFT (non-fungible token) that mocks the entire concept of NFTs. "At my whim, #1," as the piece is titled, renders differently depending on where you see it. It has a contrasting appearance on NFT marketplaces OpenSea and Rarible, but the real fun will start if and when someone buys it. As noted by The Verge , Marlinspike says it will look
Facebook Doesn’t Have to Be Terrible
34Wired / 2h
This week, we talked about revelations from whistleblower Frances Haugen’s testimony—and whether this reckoning will finally change the social media giant.
PC Games Are Installing Low-Level Drivers in Windows
How-To Geek / 2h
No one likes dealing with cheaters in video games. However, Call of Duty’s Ricochet anti-cheat system is installing low-level drivers to Windows PCs, which might be going a little further than most users would prefer. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
How to Temporarily Pause Your Instagram Without Deleting It (and Why You Should)
25Lifehacker / 2h
With more than one billion active users as of 2018, you’re probably on Instagram. At the same time, most of us have heard of social media’s negative effects on our mental health—we just go on Instagram to check our notifications and feed our addictions despite it. You might’ve had enough though and want to try taking… Read more...
Porsche’s all-electric Taycan outsells its flagship 911 sports car
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51TechCrunch / 2h
The all-electric Porsche Taycan outsold the German automaker’s iconic internal combustion-powered 911 sports car in the first nine months of the year, a milestone for the EV that was introduced in late 2019. The sales figures released Friday show that Porsche delivered 217,198 vehicles worldwide in the first three quarters, a 13% increase year over year. The results were driven by a nearly threef
'I Know What You Did Last Summer' is a soulless, redundant reboot
Mashable / 3h
There are several moments in the first episode of Amazon's ill-advised I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot that made me pause, rewind, and yell out loud. They are not jump scares or acts of violence or anything else you'd expect from a series based on Jim Gillespie's iconic 1997 slasher. They were moments of fumbling dialogue, clumsy pacing, and editing so erratic that it borders on disturbing
Pokemon GO Halloween event 2021 starts NOW: The new spooky list
SlashGear / 3h
Halloween 2021 is here in Pokemon GO, and we’re taking a peek at ALL the contents you’ll want to be aware of starting this morning. This includes Shiny Pokemon GO action, lists of Raid counters, Best Pokemon to seek, and the full bonus list for the next couple of weeks. This is the best event of the year, and it’ll … Continue reading
United just gave flyers a very exciting Polaris retrofit update
51The Points Guy / 3h
United first unveiled its Polaris business-class product in 2016. Since then, the airline embarked on (what has felt like) an endless retrofit project to outfit its existing international fleet with these top-notch cabins. Though the carrier has made substantial progress since rolling out the first retrofitted plane back in 2017, there are still a handful of wide-body jets that feature the old li
Coinbase goes fishing for OpensSea’s catch
22TechCrunch / 3h
Hello and welcome back to Equity, TechCrunch’s venture capital-focused podcast, where we unpack the numbers behind the headlines. This week was one of our strongest shows yet, with a wide diversity of news items that were genuinely fun (and complicated) to chew through. And even though we started off kind of grumpy, we laughed through tech difficulties, crypto puns and fintech CAC. It’s called co
Make your commute more fun with a Segway electric scooter on sale
Mashable / 3h
Save $125: The Segway Ninebot E22 electric scooter is on sale for $424.99, or 23% off, as of Oct. 15. Sometimes I'll be walking down the streets of New York City feeling proud of my fast walking pace, and then I'll see someone speed by me on an electric scooter. I know they're going to get to their destination so much faster and have way more fun than me. I can feel in my bones that one of my nex
Quadruple your storage for free with this bargain iPhone 11 deal
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Since the iPhone 13 came out last month, Apple's iPhone 11 has fallen even further behind in the brand's line-up, now two generations behind. However, that now means some fantastic prices on this still impressive device. The retailer Mobile Phones Direct has just launched the best iPhone 11 offer we've seen since the launch of the iPhone 13, offering a 256GB storage iPhone 11 for the price of a 6
Quick - the AirPods Pro are in stock and on sale for $179 in early Black Friday deal
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Early Black Friday deals are dropping at Amazon's month-long Epic Deals sale, and luckily for us, the best-selling AirPods Pro are included. Amazon currently has the Apple AirPods Pro in stock and on sale for $179.99 (was $249) at Amazon . That's a massive $69 discount and the lowest price we've seen this year. See more early Black Friday deals at Amazon Early Black Friday deal: AirPods Pro Apple
You can preorder the Xbox Series X Mini Fridge on October 19th
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Engadget / 3h
As promised, Microsoft will start shipping its Xbox Series X Mini Fridge in time for the holidays. The company said the fridge costs $100 and pre-orders start on October 19th. It will ship in December. The mini fridge has its roots in an image Xbox tweeted to show the scale of the Xbox Series X versus a full-sized fridge. Microsoft actually made a six-foot fridge last year to promote the launch o
How to Use the COUNTIF Formula in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 3h
In Microsoft Excel, COUNTIF is one of the most widely used formulas. It counts all cells in a range that matches a single condition or multiple conditions, and it’s equally useful in counting cells with numbers and text in them. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Need a New Monitor? Check Out Today's Epic Amazon Deals
How-To Geek / 3h
Is your desktop setup starting to show its age? Amazon is running a killer sale on monitors, Chromebooks, and Windows laptops, slashing prices by up to 39%. But these deals will only last for a day, so act fast before they disappear. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Jabra Elite 3 Review: Downright Impressive for Under $100
How-To Geek / 3h
I’ve been a fan of Jabra’s earbuds for some time and love the newer 75t and 85t models, so I was stoked to get my hands on the latest buds from the company: the Jabra Elite 3. For half the cost of their predecessors, they’re a pretty awesome choice. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Ted Cruz, Greg Abbott, and the Magical Thinking About Bitcoin’s Ability to Fix Texas’ Grid
100+Gizmodo / 3h
This week, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he will make Texas the number one state for bitcoin. What’s more, he espoused the wonders of crypto mining as a way to prop up the state’s flailing electrical grid , a view Cancun-loving Sen. Ted Cruz also shared at a bitcoin mining conference last week. It’s a seductive story:… Read more...
Doctor Who's Jodie Whittaker Has Filmed Her Goodbye, But Not Met the Next Doctor
67Gizmodo / 3h
It’s the end of an era for Doctor Who , even if we might not see the ramifications of it for quite a while. Jodie Whittaker, the 13th Doctor, has filmed the end of her time as a Time Lord —but she doesn’t expect to know her replacement for a while. Read more...
‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ will get major updates and ‘Happy Home Paradise’ DLC on November 5
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Nintendo announced today that “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” has some big updates set for November 5. This includes the arrival of characters from past games like Brewster, Kapp’n and Harriet; farming and cooking DIY recipes; new furniture items; and even a paid DLC called “Happy Home Paradise,” coming the same day for $24.99. Nintendo also previously teased that Brewster, the coffee-brewing pig
Watch this local reporter shred while delivering news about a skatepark
59Mashable / 3h
Sometimes reporters seem to be born to tell a story. Such is the case with Victor Williams , a TV reporter in Detroit tasked with covering a new skatepark in the city. That's because Williams, a reporter with WDIV in Detroit, absolutely shredded while delivering news about the park. And it was LIVE. That's right, this cool as hell man did a whole TV news segment while skating and he did it LIVE o
Elon Musk says Starlink is 'talking to airlines' about adding satellite internet
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Mashable / 3h
Elon Musk wants you to have fast internet while flying. In a tweet Thursday, the SpaceX CEO said his company was talking to airlines about installing Starlink satellite internet access for in-flight WiFi. Tweet may have been deleted He urged interested users to talk directly to airlines about adding the internet option. Time to find the nearest suggestion box, or, more realistically, digital form
Many workers are taking unnecessary risks with their business devices
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Many employees fail to take basic precautionary steps to minimize the risk business devices are lost, stolen or damaged, a new report suggests. According to Direct Line, which polled roughly 2,000 adults in the United Kingdom for the report, the vast majority (70%) of employees who commute to and from the office would happily leave their business devices (such as laptops or tablets ) in plain sig
Nintendo's Switch Online 'Expansion Pack' costs $50 a year, launches October 25th
Engadget / 3h
Nintendo held a Direct video presentation this morning, announcing two major updates for Animal Crossing: New Horizons. One is a free bit of DLC, and the other is a paid, $25 expansion called Happy Home Paradise . Unexpectedly, Nintendo used this announcement to reveal the price of the upcoming Switch Online "expansion pack." The service, which adds classic N64 and Sega Genesis games to the exist
The RE:SOLVE Challenge calls on SA to unleash creativity
Popular Mechanics / 3h
The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .
Stop Throwing Your Rotting Pumpkins in the Trash (and Do This Instead)
Lifehacker / 3h
The only thing sadder than a sunken, desiccated, mold-covered Jack-O-Lantern on your front step is one in your trash can. Even if you don’t have a compost pile in your backyard, there’s just no good reason to send your castoff Halloween decorations to the landfill—you can put them to good use in other ways. Here’s how… Read more...
Gas prices are surging: Here’s how I save $1,000 per year on gas fill-ups
47The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Gas prices are surging across the country. The average price for a gallon of gas hit $3.28 a gallon in mid-October according to AAA . Oil prices are higher than they’ve been since 2014. Gas prices are likely headed even higher. So what can you do about it? You probably already have coupon codes, cash-back sites, the right credit card
Cybersecurity Experts Sound Alarm on Apple and E.U. Phone Scanning Plans
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A group of researchers said the “dangerous technology” was invasive and not effective at detecting images of child sexual abuse.
Here Are the Right-Wing Goons Who Spread BS Rumors Southwest Airline Delays Were Due to Covid-19 Vaccines
61Gizmodo / 3h
Many Republican politicians and right-wing pundits were thrilled to report that massive disruptions at Southwest Airlines over the past week were due to airline staff, fed up with a forthcoming employer vaccine mandate by Presidnet Joe Biden, staging an impromptu protest by walking off the job. Read more...
Microsoft Abandons Plans for 3D Emoji on Windows 11
How-To Geek / 3h
There’s been a lot of talk about the emoji in Windows 11. Microsoft recently posted about them on the Insider Blog, and it looks like the company has dropped its plans to make Windows 11’s emoji look 3D, as the latest ones are flat. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Shipping Christmas Gifts This Year? Here Are the Official Deadlines
How-To Geek / 3h
Okay, so it’s not even Halloween yet, but that doesn’t mean you can put off your holiday shopping. In addition to the shortages and supply issues, if you’ll be shipping gifts to your recipients, you’ll want to note these deadlines to ensure they arrive on time. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›
The Best LEGO Advent Calendars for Holiday 2021
How-To Geek / 3h
LEGO blocks and minifigures are a natural fit for the compact fun of an advent calendar. This year LEGO has a whole slew of fun advent calendars including a brand new Avengers calendar! But you better shop now if you want one for December. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›
The end of off-the-shelf SaaS solutions
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Even prior to the pandemic, the past two decades have seen widespread digital transformation . Businesses have chosen to either build or adopt digital solutions for many core business functions. Sales, marketing, supply chains and customer relationships can all be managed digitally and companies can empower their employees to troubleshoot and resolve challenges in real time. About the author Jodi
Microsoft launches Linux version of Windows Sysmon
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The popular Sysmon system monitoring utility for Windows now has a native version for Linux , written by Microsoft itself. A part of the Sysinternals tool, the Sysmon utility is often pitched as an essential component in the security toolbox of a Windows admin, for its ability to monitor and log system activity to help admins identify malicious activity. Reporting on the development, BleepingComp
7 new shows and movies on Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO Max and more this weekend
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
While Squid Game still rides high on the Netflix charts, and as No Time To Die and Venom 2 bring the theatrical box office back to life, you might assume that the world of streaming is cooling off a little bit. Not so: this weekend sees the return of two major series in You and Succession, which have each taken two years to reach our screens again as a result of pandemic production challenges. Fa
Apple removes a popular Quran app in China after request from local regulators
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84TechCrunch / 4h
Apple has removed Quran Majeed, a popular app for reading the Islamic religious text and other prayer-related information, in China, in compliance with Chinese government requests, according to a report by BBC. The move comes as part of a bigger shift in the country to crack down on foreign content, or simply making it harder for that content to exist within the Great Firewall. Just yesterday, Li
Metroid Dread bug prevents game progression, but Nintendo has a workaround
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SlashGear / 4h
Some Metroid Dread players are currently contending with a game-breaking bug that blocks progression. Even worse is the fact that this bug seems to surface in the later stages of the game when many players are likely approaching the end and want to see the Metroid Dread’s finale. Nintendo is aware of the bug, and while a fix is coming … Continue reading
Experts Say Apple, EU's Photo Scanning Plans Are 'Dangerous Technology'
Gizmodo / 4h
Over a dozen cybersecurity experts are slamming Apple and the European Union’s plans to scan photos on people’s phones for known child sexual abuse materials (CSAM), the New York Times reports . In a 46-page study, the experts say the photo scanning tech is not only ineffective, but it’s also “dangerous technology.” Read more...
6 Painless Home Improvement Projects You Should Tackle Before the End of Fall
Lifehacker / 4h
As the weather cools off, our daily gatherings and activities tend to move inside. And once we’ve hunkered down for winter, we tend to stay hunkered down for winter. That means now is the time to tackle those last little home improvement projects to spruce up the exterior of your house and prep it for winter. That… Read more...
Delta goes all-in on Panama with 3 new international routes
48The Points Guy / 4h
Delta Air Lines is giving Central America some love, with three new routes to Panama City, Panama, taking off just in time for the peak winter holiday season. The Atlanta-based carrier will add new year-round service to the country from its hubs in Los Angeles (LAX) and New York-JFK, as well as from Orlando (MCO). (Note that service from JFK is technically a resumption; Delta exited the market in
Smartphone sales down 6% as chip shortages begin to impact market
TechCrunch / 4h
Canalys reported this morning that global smartphone sales are off 6% this quarter, and it’s not because of lack of demand. It’s due to the worldwide chip shortage. The pandemic has had a negative impact across supply chains, and chips have been particularly hard hit. Canalys principal analyst Ben Stanton says that manufacturers are trying to keep up as best they can, but the chip shortage is a l
Founded by ex-Braintree and PayPal execs, Pagos raises $10M to offer API-driven payment intelligence
37TechCrunch / 4h
Pagos, a payment intelligence infrastructure startup founded by former Braintree and PayPal execs, has raised $10 million in seed funding. Started earlier this year, the remote-first Pagos is building a data “platform” and API-driven micro-services that it says can integrate with any payment stack. The end goal is to drive better performance and “optimization” of a business’ existing payments inf
How To Reduce Air Travel Injuries By Fixing One Backwards System
View from the Wing / 4h
According to the National Transportation Safety Board, the number one cause of air travel injuries is turbulence – and there’s a way for planes to avoid turbulence far more often. This may not be surprising, but the last time the NTSB did a deep dive on the issue was 50 years ago. And they found that current weather reports from pilots are inadequate. Continue reading ...
Adding Wireless Charging to the Nintendo Switch Lite Is Surprisingly Easy
Gizmodo / 4h
One of the upgrades Nintendo didn’t add to its new OLED Switch was wireless charging, but as YouTube’s Robotanv discovered, at least with the Switch Lite, making the console Qi-compatible was a rather trivial hack with minimal soldering and about $14 worth of added parts. Read more...
Microsoft Azure will now tell customers how guilty they should feel about the environment
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Microsoft has announced the general availability of its Emissions Impact Dashboard for Azure , which will enable its cloud computing customers to track, report, analyze and reduce their carbon emissions. According to Microsoft, the dashboard is designed to help customers gather meaningful data in order to give businesses actionable insight that they will be able to use to make more informed, data
Breaking news: The US is officially reopening to vaccinated visitors on Nov. 8
400+The Points Guy / 4h
The United States will be reopening its borders to fully vaccinated visitors on Nov. 8, according to a White House official who said the Biden administration would be announcing a new travel policy later today to allow vaccinated foreign nationals to resume travel to the U.S. by both land and air. For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter . “This ann
United States Ends Travel Bans, Requires Vaccination (Starts November 8)
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500+One Mile at a Time / 4h
Several weeks ago the Biden administration revealed that the United States will finally be ending its nonsensical travel bans, instead replacing them with a new vaccination requirement for foreign visitors. Furthermore, unvaccinated Americans who are traveling internationally will be required to undergo more testing. There were a lot of questions remaining regarding the United States’ policy, inc
NFX-backed Pepper Bio Emerges from stealth with tools to hone in on complex diseases
25TechCrunch / 4h
There’s a clear pain point when it comes to drug discovery: Depending on which study you cite, creating an approved drug costs anywhere from $985 million to $2.6 billion. And R&D returns have rebounded to only about 2.5% in 2020, up from a low of 1.6% in 2019. Not to mention the fact that drugs that fail in clinical trials don’t actually help people who need new treatments. With a problem like th
An interview with Visionary Founder/CEO on Large Unicorn’s IPO day
TechCrunch / 4h
Continuing our series of interviews with leading technology luminaries , The Exchange recently caught up with Visionary Founder/CEO at Large Unicorn as its IPO priced and began to trade this week. After a rapid-fire series of S-1 filings, Large Unicorn priced above its own expectations, raising more capital than it had likely anticipated during the lead-up to its public offering. The Exchange exp
Scandinavian Airlines Ends Face Mask Requirement On Some Routes
100+One Mile at a Time / 4h
For around 18 months now, having to wear a face mask while flying has become standard. There have been questions about when that will change, so it’s interesting to note that the face mask mandate when flying will be lifted in one part of the world shortly. SAS ends face mask rules within Scandinavia As of October 18, 2021, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) will no longer make face mask usage mandatory
How to Groom Your Dog at Home Without Traumatizing Them
Lifehacker / 4h
When your dog gets a little stinky, shaggy, or long in the nail, you know it’s time to groom them...but it can be hard to find the money or time to bring them to a professional. The semi-good news: Unless the fur situation is wildly out of control, you can do some maintenance grooming all by yourself. The semi-bad… Read more...
Energy bills could rise by a further £400 next April
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Although the new price cap has only just taken effect, customers are already being warned that energy bills will likely increase again next year. Experts now predict that the energy price cap, which sets a maximum amount that a supplier can charge for a unit of gas or electricity, is likely to increase by almost a third when it is reviewed again next April. It’s estimated the price cap will incre
New 25th anniversary Alienware Aurora PC will turn heads while offering better performance
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Alienware’s Aurora desktop gaming PC has been redesigned to celebrate the gaming brand’s 25th anniversary. Yes, Alienware really has been around since the days when Quake was released (1996), and to celebrate, the Aurora – the firm’s gaming PC which was first introduced a little more recently, in 2004 – has been graced with an (optional) transparent panel on one side that lets you see through and
Clarifai moves beyond computer vision to manage companies’ unstructured data
26TechCrunch / 4h
Clarifai wants to bring artificial intelligence into the lives of developers, business operators and data scientists so they can automate and accelerate their model development. Matt Zeiler founded the New York-based company in 2013 focused on computer vision. Since its $30 million Series B in 2016 , Clarifai has been rolling out new capabilities and products targeting a company’s unstructured im
You don’t have to fly across the globe for an overwater bungalow
The Points Guy / 4h
An overwater bungalow represents the pinnacle of luxury travel – and those most popular with travelers worldwide can cost thousands of dollars (or thousands of hotel points ) per night. When you think of such accommodations, a picture of a perch on the crystal clear beaches of the Maldives or Bora Bora may come to mind. But would you believe you can stay in an overwater bungalow without having to
Updates From The Batman, Marvel's Eternals, and More
Gizmodo / 4h
Zendaya discusses her time on Dune . New Clifford footage reveals the villains on a quest for Big Red Dog Blood. Plus, Michael Sheen teases his return to Good Omens , and Stargirl goes black and white for a new episode. To me, my spoilers! Read more...
Self-driving Waymo cars clog up dead-end San Francisco street
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69BBC News - Technology / 4h
Waymo says its automated vehicles are following traffic orders when they enter the dead-end street.
'The Last Duel’s most shocking element is a defiant sense of humor
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27Mashable / 4h
On its surface, The Last Duel looks like a prestige drama perfectly suited to Oscar season. It’s an epic period piece bringing to light a dark historical moment with a modern awareness of its socio-political meaning. Its helmer is three-time Academy Award-nominated director Ridley Scott. Its screenplay is a collaboration between Academy Award-nominated scribe Nicole Holofcener (who should have wo
How to watch Google's Pixel 6 event
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Mashable / 4h
After plenty of leaks and rumors, Google has confirmed its Pixel Fall Launch event. Tweet may have been deleted Viewers hoping to see the latest Google phone unveiling can tune in on Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET. While the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are guaranteed an appearance, it's possible that Google may also reveal a Pixel Watch, Pixel Fold, and a new Pixel Pass service . To watch live, head
TechCrunch+ roundup: Mixpanel’s reset, smart growth, $100K referral bonuses
26TechCrunch / 4h
January 2020 seems like a long time ago: Billie Eilish swept the Grammy Awards, Tesla’s market cap made it America’s most valuable car company, and Visa announced plans to purchase Plaid for $5.3 billion. A year later, the credit card giant balked at the deal after it attracted regulatory scrutiny, but Ryan Lawler reports that “the year wasn’t a total loss for the data connectivity startup.” He s
Looking for a PS5? Sony Might Sell You One
How-To Geek / 4h
If you’ve been on the seemingly never-ending quest to purchase a PlayStation 5, Sony might have a solution for you. The company is offering the opportunity to register for a chance to buy a console directly from Sony. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Theranos’ second lab director got $5K a month to rubber-stamp forms
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Enlarge / Elizabeth Holmes, founder and former CEO of blood-testing and life sciences company Theranos, leaves the courthouse with her husband, Billy Evans, after the first day of her fraud trial in San Jose, California, on September 8, 2021. (credit: Nick Otto / AFP ) In yesterday’s installment of the Elizabeth Holmes criminal trial, the jury heard some eye-opening testimony from Sunil Dhawan, t
7 Things to Know About NASA’s First Mission to the Jupiter Trojan Asteroids
47Gizmodo / 4h
NASA’s launch window for the Lucy spacecraft opens during the early hours of Saturday, October 16. Here’s what you need to know about this thrilling mission and how you can watch the launch live online. Read more...
Best Buy Black Friday deals revealed - sale begins October 19
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
News of this year's Best Buy Black Friday sale has just dropped, with the retailer revealing it will launch a number of early Black Friday deals on October 19. Best Buy has also announced that its full Black Friday sale will officially begin on November 19 – a whole week before the day itself. See today's best deals at Best Buy To whet your appetite, Best Buy has revealed five of the headline off
Ring privacy ruling could increase the cost of owning a video doorbell
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Compared to traditional CCTV, smart security devices offer a more affordable way for consumers to keep an eye on their homes, even when they’re not around. They’re often simple to install and set up, and so don’t require professional installation, which helps to keep costs down. Another of the big draws of the best video doorbells and the best smart home security cameras has also been that, unlik
Amex Business Platinum Changes: New Benefits, $695 Annual Fee
One Mile at a Time / 5h
Over the summer The Platinum Card® from American Express ( review ) underwent a refresh , and now The Business Platinum Card® from American Express ( review ) is seeing some significant changes as well. The card is getting lots of new credits and a new spending bonus category, but the annual fee is also going up. Let’s take a look at the details. Amex Business Platinum annual fee increasing from
Take To The Skies With Over 70% Off This 4K Drone
Futurism / 5h
Drones were once so expensive, you only found them in military arsenals and it took a pilot’s license to get one in the air. Now, though, they’re everywhere, doing scientific grunt work , and they’re easy to fly. This 4K Dual-Camera Pro GPS Drone puts a 4K image handy for wherever you want to film. It’s on sale for just $69.95 (reg. $272). Easy To Fly For new pilots, this drone is a snap to contr
The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: Why's 'The Black Phone' so Popular?
Lifehacker / 5h
This week, kids and teens are watching the trailer for upcoming horror flick The Black Phone , opining about Willy Wonka’s outfit, and signaling with red flags. What does it all mean? You decide. Read more...
Dave Chappelle, 'Squid Game,' and the Problem of Popularity
57Wired / 5h
Maybe the most surprising thing about 'The Closer' is how many people are watching it.
Could MJ Really Hang on During Spider-Man’s Swing?
44Wired / 5h
Shooting a web from your hands requires Spidey powers. But does keeping your grip on one of them require Spidey strength?
How to Share Your Location on an iPhone or Android
34Wired / 5h
Whether it’s through Google Maps or Emergency SOS, there are plenty of ways to quickly let your loved ones know where you are.
Facebook Isn't the Only Thing That Failed Free Speech
Wired / 5h
Plus: Zuck’s Georgetown speech, Microsoft’s upgrade plans, and William Shatner’s trip to space.
3 steps tech innovators can take to create a more equal society
TechCrunch / 5h
Ran Ronen Contributor Ran Ronen is the founder and CEO of Equally AI . The technology sector is filled with amazing examples of innovation and collaboration coming together to make the world a better, more accessible place for people with disabilities. For example, hearing aids empower millions of people to perceive once-unimaginable sounds, and today’s next-generation hearing aids are making tha
Why aren’t airport lounges and restaurants in New York enforcing the city’s vaccine mandate?
100+The Points Guy / 5h
On Aug. 17, the mayor of New York announced the Key to NYC program, which is essentially a vaccine mandate for anyone dining indoors, using a gym or attending indoor entertainment venues in one of the city’s five boroughs. After a four-week-long soft launch, the requirement officially took effect on Sept. 13. Residents, tourists and employees alike must present their vaccination certificates to e
The Best iPhone 13 Cases for Holiday 2021: The Gift of Protection
How-To Geek / 5h
Apple boasts that the iPhone 13‘s screen has a Ceramic Shield coating, which is more durable than glass. But it can still crack or shatter if you drop it—and the iPhone 13’s back is still made of glass. A good case will protect your iPhone from drops, scratches, and more. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Alienware's New Aurora Desktop Is Pretty Dang Cool (Literally)
How-To Geek / 5h
Alienware’s original Aurora desktop kicked off the liquid-cooling movement all the way back in 2004. And now, to celebrate the company’s 25th anniversary, Alienware is releasing a new Aurora desktop that pushes cooling systems even further. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
What to expect at Google's Pixel 6 launch event
Google Pixel 6 Pro•
Engadget / 5h
Google has shared quite a few details of the Pixel 6 series, but it hasn't revealed everything ahead of its October 19th event . Just how powerful will these phones be? Will they represent a good value? And does Google have any surprises up its sleeve? Here's what you can expect from the presentation, including a few last-minute leaks. The specs: A return to flagship phones Unlike with past phone
Amazon slashes up to 26 percent off monitors from Dell and LG
Engadget / 5h
Amazon's deal of the day includes a bunch of monitors and Chromebooks on sale for up to 26 percent lower than their usual price. Dell's 27-inch QHD curved gaming monitor , for instance, will set you back $270, which is an all-time low for the product on the website. That's a $60 discount from its usual price of $330. The 27-inch monitor has a 2560 x 1440 resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate that e
Instacart shopper activists are going on strike
TechCrunch / 5h
On Saturday, some Instacart shoppers will go on strike, protesting the company’s low pay and lack of communication with its laborers. The action is led by the Gig Workers Collective , formed in early 2020, though Instacart shoppers have organized several walk-offs since 2016. At the onset of COVID-19 lockdowns in the U.S., for instance, the collective rallied for better safety precautions amid th
MIT team develops robotic textiles that can help control breathing
SlashGear / 5h
Researchers working together from MIT and Sweden have developed a new robotic textile that can be woven into clothing. The textile can sense stretching and compression, giving immediate tactile feedback via pressure, lateral stretch, or vibration. Researchers believe the fabric could be used to make garments that singers and athletes can use to improve breath control. Such fabrics could also … Co
G.Skill introduces its first DDR5 RAM kits
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
G.Skill has announced its flagship Trident Z5 DDR5 RAM, one of the first waves of commercially available kits designed for PC gamers. Alongside Teamgroup's T-Force Delta kits , you'll soon be able to buy RGB memory ready for the release of the next generation of motherboards and processors. G.Skill is especially favored by the PC gaming community owing to its creative designs, such as the aforeme
Most 11-inch iPad Pro models are $100 off at Amazon right now
Engadget / 5h
Those looking for a powerful laptop alternative need look no further than this year's iPad Pros. Outfitted with Apple's M1 chipset, they're the most powerful tablets the company has ever made. Now you can get an 11-inch iPad Pro for less at Amazon thanks to a $100 discount that's dropped the prices of most available models. The base 128GB version is sold out right now, but the 256GB WiFi model is
Google search results now act more like your social media feed
Google Search Mobile•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Google has announced it is trialling a fundamental change to the way people navigate through search results. In a blog post , the company explains it is doing away with traditional pagination on iOS and Android, in favor of social media-style continuous scrolling. The continuous scrolling feature is currently rolling out on a trial basis to mobile users in the US and will apply to most English la
Engadget Podcast: Diving into the Apple Watch Series 7 and Twitch's big hack
Engadget / 5h
This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat about what to expect from Apple’s upcoming event (new MacBooks, baby!), as well as all of the other launch shindigs from Google, Samsung and Sony. Cherlynn also tells all about her Apple Watch Series 7 review, and why she hates testing sleep tracking gadgets. And to catch up on some big news from last week, Manda Farough from the Virtual Economy Podcast joins
2022 Land Rover Discovery Metropolitan Edition arrives with custom exterior updates
Land Rover Discovery•
SlashGear / 5h
Land Rover is expanding its 2022 Discovery lineup with a new range-topping Metropolitan Edition trim. Building upon the Discovery HSE R-Dynamic model, the Metropolitan Edition is home to more standard features and a host of new styling updates. The all-new 2022 Land Rover Discovery Metropolitan Edition has the same Bright Atlas detailing on the front grille and DISCOVERY lettering. It … Continue
11 of the Best Free Extensions for Google Chrome
Lifehacker / 5h
Chrome is the most popular browser on the planet , so much so that Microsoft decided to rebuild its entire browser using Chromium, the same open-source engine that drives Chrome. It’s versatile and fast, but what sets Chrome apart is how extensible it can be thanks to a huge variety of extensions that add extra… Read more...
We’re here to help: Answering readers’ top 5 questions of the week
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This story has been updated with breaking news At TPG, one of the things we value most is the connection we’ve built with our audience. We receive hundreds of emails from readers each week, asking thoughtful questions, offering suggestions and sometimes even calling out details we missed. While we strive to provide the TPG community with real-time updates, we can’t always keep up.
The 'Halloween Kills' cast chose this killer squad to defeat Michael Myers
Mashable / 5h
See who the Halloween Kills cast chose to help them take down Michael Myers.
These drones can deliver up to 200 kilograms of cargo
Mashable / 5h
Best known for its 18-rotor flying taxis, Volocopter’s new Volodrone is shifting its focus to cargo shipping. Volodrone can carry up to 200 kilograms of payload and has just completed its first public flight in Hamburg, Germany.
Mustang GT sits atop the American-made auto index
SlashGear / 5h
Researchers at the Kogod School of Business have released the 2021 version of the American Auto Index. The American Auto Index looks at which vehicles sold in the US have the most domestic content in their construction. Sitting at the top of last year’s list was the Ford Ranger. The Ford Ranger is no longer at the top of the … Continue reading
Almost all ransomware targets Windows devices
VirusTotal Ransomware•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
An overwhelming majority of all ransomware is designed to target Windows computers , according to a comprehensive new study of malicious files. Conducted by the popular web-based scanner service VirusTotal , the study is based on analysis of roughly one million ransomware samples, from a pool collected between January 2020 and August 2021 from over 140 countries. “According to our study, 95% of r
Sea-like robots float at Tate Modern and other tech news
BBC News - Technology / 6h
Jen Copestake looks at the best of the week's technology news stories.
From our stacks: Illustrations from Virgil: The Aeneid . Translated by John Dryden with Mr. Dryden’s Introduction. Illu...
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
From our stacks: Illustrations from Virgil: The Aeneid . Translated by John Dryden with Mr. Dryden’s Introduction. Illustrated by Carlotta Petrina. New York: The Heritage Press, 1944.
Credit Card Bonuses Are Breaking The Bank, But Won’t Go Away Any Time Soon
View from the Wing / 6h
J.P. Morgan Chase warned that the financial performance of its card business was being dragged down by “rising costs on marketing and promotions.” This caused shares of other card issuers to drop on the day of the report, because the issue is industry-wide. Continue reading ...
Aussies will get a WRX Sportswagon making Americans jealous
SlashGear / 6h
Years back, Subaru offered a wagon version of the WRX with a hatchback that was the most desirable model for many Subaru fans. Subaru ended the five-door version of the WRX, making it only available as a sedan in the US for several years. Subaru has confirmed recently that Australians will get a version of the new 2022 WRX in … Continue reading
Aragami 2 Reminds Us of the Value of Life—and Ninjas
30Wired / 6h
The nostalgic third-person stealth game about assassination accommodates nonlethal gameplay at every level.
What To Expect From Google's Pixel 6 Event
Gizmodo / 6h
If you’ve been holding out on buying a new phone in anticipation of Google’s Pixel 6, next week is when we find out every single detail. The sixth-generation Android smartphone has been relentlessly leaked and teased these past few months—we know what it looks like, what Google’s custom processor can do, and even what… Read more...
13 Beloved ‘Traditions’ That Are Really Just Marketing
58Lifehacker / 6h
From green bean casserole on the Thanksgiving dinner table to the dutiful reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance by American school children, many of our cherished traditions and beliefs are actually based—at least in part—on good old-fashioned marketing and advertising. It’s part of what makes Capitalism fun! Read more...
Continuum unveils its on-demand access marketplace for top-tier executive talent
69TechCrunch / 6h
It’s difficult for startups on a small budget to attract executives with the knowledge base to propel them forward, but Continuum , a talent marketplace for fractional employees, doesn’t think it should be. The remote-first company, which launched today, has been quietly developing a tool that matches venture-backed companies with executives who have been-there-done-that, but don’t want to be tie
Want to become a digital nomad? This is where you should go
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. These days, it seems like more and more workers are becoming digital nomads — and those who haven’t done it themselves probably know someone who is. A 2020 report by MBO Partners , a jobs platform that connects and supports independent professionals, found that the number of U.S. digital nomads – whose careers allow them to embrace a
What’s New in Fedora 35
How-To Geek / 6h
Fedora 35, Red Hat‘s free Linux distribution (distro), is available now as a beta. From an updated desktop experience to behind-the-scenes tweaks, we’re taking a look at the Workstation edition to see what’s new for desktop users. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
How to Scan QR Codes in Web Browsers With Web Workers and jsQR
How-To Geek / 6h
QR codes have become much more popular in recent years. They’re widely used to deliver information and facilitate check-ins. While most commonly found as part of native mobile apps, you can also incorporate QR scans into your websites. Read This Article on CloudSavvy IT ›
EU to extend free roaming for another decade
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
European lawmakers have agreed to extend and strengthen existing rules that allow EU residents to use their phones without additional charges in any other member state. Members of the Industry, Research and Energy Committee have voted to extend the current “roam like home” legislation for another ten years, with additional provisions that guarantee consumers the same quality and speed of mobile c
Quadruped robot gets fitted with a precision rifle
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SlashGear / 6h
Some people may find quadruped robots, which look sort of like a headless dog, cute, but many find them more than a little creepy. If you’re among those who find the robot creepy when shuffling around the environment, the new weaponized robot from Sword Defense Systems won’t help you sleep any better at night. The platform is a Ghost Robotics … Continue reading
Rode's Wireless Go II can now be controlled via Android and iOS apps
RØDE Rode Wireless•
Engadget / 6h
Rode has unveiled the Central Mobile app for the $299 Wireless Go II lavalier-type microphone, allowing users to unlock advanced features, control settings and more. It also announced that the Wireless Go II is now compatible with its Rode Connect software designed for multi-host podcasting and streaming on a single PC. Rode Central initially arrived as a desktop app, but a mobile version will be
Apple Removes Popular Quran App in China: Report
Gizmodo / 6h
Apple has taken down an app that allowed users to read the Muslim holy book, the Quran, in China, according to a new report from the BBC . The app, known as Quran Majeed , is incredibly popular around the world and is currently ranked 51 in Google’s U.S. App Store for reference materials. Read more...
Putting Delta’s new blazing-fast inflight Wi-Fi to the test
30The Points Guy / 6h
In early 2019, Delta CEO Ed Bastian committed to adding fast and free Wi-Fi on all its flights within a year or two. Though the pandemic has delayed that timeline, the airline is still committed to its mission to make inflight internet access free for all. Earlier this year, the airline broke ties with Gogo and instead partnered up with Viasat to bring the provider’s latest satellite connectivity
Sunderland University cyber-attack fix date unknown
24BBC News - Technology / 6h
Officials say they "just do not know" when online services at Sunderland University will be fixed.
Virgin Galactic delays space tourism flights until Q4 2022
Virgin Galactic Commercial•
SlashGear / 6h
Not long ago, Virgin Galactic celebrated the completion of its first flight sending a civilian crew into orbit. However, there were problems with that flight when the spacecraft ventured outside its designated airspace, causing the FAA to ground Virgin Galactic until an investigation was completed. Eventually, the company was cleared to resume operations, but another delay has now hit Virgin … Co
Rocket Report: Virgin Galactic stands down, SpaceX faces environmental lawsuit
23Ars Technica / 6h
Enlarge / Blue Origin's New Shepard launches its second human spaceflight on Wednesday. (credit: Blue Origin ) Welcome to Edition 4.20 of the Rocket Report! If this is edition 4.20 of the newsletter, you know we're going to bring extra smoke. So let's get to it. As always, we welcome reader submissions , and if you don't want to miss an issue, please subscribe using the box below (the form will n
With Will Arnett and Disney theme park nostalgia, 'Muppets Haunted Mansion' is a real Halloween treat
Mashable / 6h
You're going to reach a moment early in Muppets Haunted Mansion where you'll squint at the screen as you utter, "Is that...? Could it be?" Yes, that well-dressed man with the comically extended handlebar mustache who looks like a Sgt. Pepper extra is Will Arnett, gravelly-voiced comedic hero of BoJack Horseman and Lego Masters fame. He's hanging out with Muppets in a Disney theme park ride turned
The Morning After: The best fitness trackers
Engadget / 6h
Happy Friday! In yesterday’s newsletter, I explained how Apple was thriving in the world of wearables, but not everyone wants so many notification pings and a watch that needs charging daily. There is still very much a place for simpler wearables, and as we’re approaching holiday season, most of them are also less pricey than the high-end options from Apple, Samsung and Garmin. Fortunately, we ha
Foundation episode 5 recap: Apple’s sci-fi epic finally takes off
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Major spoilers follow for Foundation episodes 1 to 5. Watch them first before reading on. There’s something pleasingly symbolic about Upon Awakening, Foundation episode 5’s title. About this episode - Episode 5 (of 10), 'Upon Awakening' - Written by Leigh Dana Jackson - Directed by Alex Graves ★★★★ Until now, Apple TV Plus’ sci-fi saga has been sleepwalking, with its sluggish plot and lack of act
Quick Points: Unlock a year of Lyft Pink and Grubhub+ with the Chase Sapphire Reserve
The Points Guy / 7h
Although we cover credit cards and their various benefits in depth on TPG every day, sometimes you just want a snippet of useful information that you can put into action on the fly. That’s why we recently launched our new series: Quick Points . Every week, we’ll highlight a new or easily forgotten tip that can help you travel more for less. Often these are bits of information or advice that you c
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV unveiled ahead of its official release date
SlashGear / 7h
Japanese automaker Mitsubishi promised a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of its newest 2022 Outlander near the end of this year. Mitsubishi has officially unveiled the 2022 Outlander PHEV ahead of its October 28 release date, staying true to its word. The all-new Outlander PHEV model will go on sale in Japan this December, while the first US deliveries will trickle … Continue reading
Apple Music could be hitting your PS5 soon
Apple Music PlayStation 5•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Apple Music may be appearing on your PS5 very soon according to a Reddit post. A Reddit user posted a picture of Apple Music appearing under the Spotify option (currently the only music streaming service available on PlayStation) in the PS5’s music menu accessed from the control center. The Apple Music option appeared after the Reddit user made a new account on his PS5. But, upon clicking the App
The First Commercial Video Game: How It Looked 50 Years Ago
22How-To Geek / 7h
Fifty years ago—on October 15, 1971—Nutting Associates debuted the first-ever commercial video game for sale: Computer Space, a coin-operated arcade machine. Unlike arcade games before it, it utilized a TV set for a display—and it launched the video game industry. Here’s what it was like. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
The Malaria Vaccine Is a Big Deal, but Not a Silver Bullet
500+Wired / 7h
RTS,S proves that shots can work against parasites. But to eradicate this disease, scientists say we need more than just one tool.
The New Polaroid Now+ Has Groovy Clip-On Filters
35Wired / 7h
Polaroid’s latest instant camera gives vintage manual photography a much-needed refresh.
How Facebook Hides How Terrible It Is With Hate Speech
300+Wired / 7h
The company publicly claims its AI is amazing at removing harmful content, but internal documents suggest they know the algorithm is ineffective.
Windows 11 joins Windows 10 in breaking printers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
If you hoped that updating to Windows 11 would spare you from the ongoing printer issues in Windows 10 , then we have some bad news for you. As reported by MSPoweruser , Microsoft has confirmed three new printer-related problems caused by compatibility issues across both operating systems. The notorious PrintNightmare vulnerabilities have been a persistent issue facing Microsoft users over the la
Can't sleep? The Bose Sleepbuds II have hit their lowest ever price on Amazon
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The Bose Sleepbuds II are now $199 on Amazon – a saving of $50 off the regular price, and the cheapest we've ever seen them. These soothing sleep earplugs have never dropped below $250 before, even on Black Friday , and we expect this deal won't last long. Choosing the best mattress is a good start if you want a better night's sleep, and a white noise machine can help mask distractions, but the B
Adele talks about the meaning behind 'Easy on Me' as if she's having a cuppa in your kitchen
100+Mashable / 7h
Adele, the internet's bezzie mate, is back! And if you weren't heartbroken or wallowing in your feelings before " Easy On Me " came out, you'll likely be dumping someone, anyone, before the day is out just to feel something. What is the song about though? Well hun, here to explain it is the woman, the icon, the heartbreak-nurse-in-chief, the nation's BFF Adele on the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show wi
Toyota is building a sweet Tacoma-based camper for SEMA
SlashGear / 7h
Toyota has been building trucks that are ready to go off-road and enjoy the outdoors for decades. Back in the 70s, Toyota built a very small camper on its truck with a company called Chinook. That camper had a pop-up fabric roof and let people enjoy the great outdoors all they wanted. The coolest event that happens for automotive fans … Continue reading
Horizon Forbidden West may have a PSVR 2 virtual reality companion game
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
What’s better than dinosaurs? Robot dinosaurs. What’s better than robot dinosaurs? Robot dinosaurs in virtual reality. And that may well be exactly what we’ll all be getting when the PSVR 2 finally releases, according to a new rumor. According to Xbox Era co-founder Nick Baker , sources close to the matter claim that Sony’s in-house Firespirte studio is “working on a Horizon VR game” that will be
Tesla debuts new car insurance that uses Texans' real-time driving behavior
Tesla Insurance Real•
Engadget / 7h
Tesla now offers car insurance in Texas, its new home state , a couple of years after launching the product in California. According to Electrek , though, the insurance available to Texans is quite different than the one owners can get in The Golden State: It calculates for a customer's insurance premium using their real-time driving behavior. Their credit, age and gender that are typically used
Microsoft angers Windows 11 users because of… emojis?
Microsoft Windows 11•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Microsoft has managed to annoy quite a few Windows 11 users, but not for the reasons you may expect. As part of Windows 11’s visual overhaul, Microsoft made a reasonably big deal over redesigned emojis – those little cartoon faces that some people use to pepper their conversations with. Windows 11’s ‘Fluent Design’ look is a big departure from Windows 10 , and emojis were expected to be redesigne
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds hit their lowest ever price ahead of Black Friday
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Bose makes some of the best noise-cancelling headphones and earbuds on the planet - and right now, Amazon has a huge sale on the brand's wares, including the excellent Bose QuietComfort Earbuds. Usually $279, Amazon has slashed the price of the buds to just $199 , which is the lowest price we've seen so far, and a saving of $80. (Not in the US? Scroll down for the best prices in your region.) The
Alienware celebrates 25 years with the new flagship gaming desktop
SlashGear / 7h
In the early days of PC gaming, even the best gaming PCs were boring beige boxes. One of the companies that began to change that and offer gamers something that looked as good as it performed was Alienware. Originally Alienware was a standalone gaming computer manufacturer, but Dell eventually purchased it. Alienware is now celebrating its 25th anniversary, and as … Continue reading
A roadmap for regaining public trust in the tech sector
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Faith in the tech industry — the private sector’s unchallenged trust leader since at least 2000 —has declined for two years straight, even as tech adoption has accelerated. The steepest decline was in the United States, where tech went from being the most trusted industry to barely remaining in the top 10. The reasons why are varied and interconnected. Ultimately, though, it comes down to the fac
Metroid Dread developer leaves names out of credits, ex-staffers say
Metroid Dread MercurySteam•
Ars Technica / 7h
Enlarge (credit: Nintendo ) Metroid Dread developer Mercury Steam has been criticized by multiple former members of the company whose names were left out of the credits, the ex-staffers say. Speaking to the Spanish outlet Vandal , several former employees who contributed to Dread 's development—which was handled primarily by the Madrid-based studio with nominal oversight from Nintendo EPD in Japa
'You' reaches twisted new heights in Season 3
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Mashable / 7h
If you're going to make a show full of nonstop stress, you might as well make it entertaining . Netflix's You has always known how to dole out its tense stalker-murderer drama with just the right amount of jaw-dropping turns and grim humor, and Season 3 ratchets up the stakes with not one but two culprits. We last saw Joe (Penn Badgley) and Love (Victoria Pedretti) as they entered into a nuptial
Sydney Drops Travel Quarantine, Wants To Open To World
Sydney Australia Scrap•
100+One Mile at a Time / 7h
In early October we learned that Australia plans to open its borders in November , as the country hits an 80% vaccination rate. This comes after the country’s borders have more or less been shut since March 2020. However, “opening borders” doesn’t necessarily mean what you’d think it does. This just means that Australians will be allowed to leave the country, and can then return with a quarantine
Evidence of persistent water vapor discovered on Europa
SlashGear / 8h
Our solar system has a lot of interesting planets and moons. One of the most interesting objects in the solar system is a moon orbiting the gas giant Jupiter, called Europa. Previously, the Hubble Space Telescope found water vapor in the atmosphere of one of Jupiter’s moons called Ganymede. Now Hubble has discovered persistent water vapor in the atmosphere of … Continue reading
Former Boeing Manager Indicted for Lying to FAA About 737 Max Plane Before Crashes
FAA Boeing 737 Max•
34Gizmodo / 8h
A federal grand jury in the Northern District of Texas has indicted Boeing’s former chief technical pilot for allegedly lying to the Federal Aviation Administration’s Aircraft Evaluation Group (FAA AEG) about Boeing’s 737 Max airplane, according to a statement from the U.S. Department of Justice . All 737 Max planes… Read more...
Reimagining our pandemic problems with the mindset of an engineer
100+MIT Technology Review / 8h
The last 20 months turned every dog into an amateur epidemiologist and statistician. Meanwhile, a group of bona fide epidemiologists and statisticians came to believe that pandemic problems might be more effectively solved by adopting the mindset of an engineer: that is, focusing on pragmatic problem-solving with an iterative, adaptive strategy to make things work. In a recent essay, “ Accounting
Volvo C40 Recharge packs lots of power in a premium EV package
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Volvo has produced some great looking cars in recent years especially when it comes to its XC40, XC60 and XC90 models. Now though, its range has taken another step towards Volvo's goal of becoming a fully electric car company by 2030. The Volvo C40 Recharge is its second all-electric model and will be built at its plant in Ghent, Belgium alongside its first dedicated EV, the XC40. TechRadar recen
Windows 11 spotted running Android apps – so support could be arriving soon
Microsoft Windows 11•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Windows 11 doesn’t boast Microsoft’s promised native support for Android apps yet , as those keen to have it have doubtless noticed if they’ve adopted the new OS, but the good news is that it looks like this much-awaited feature could be coming before too long. Or at least we’ve caught a glimpse of Android apps now running under Windows 11 in testing, going by a leak from Bilibili (China) as high
Hawkeye and The Book of Boba Fett will no longer clash on Disney Plus
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Disney Plus has revealed that Hawkeye will premiere with two episodes when it releases on November 24 – which means its final sixth episode will no longer clash with the arrival of Star Wars series The Book of Boba Fett on December 29. It also means that Disney Plus subscribers have an unbroken run of weekly Marvel and Star Wars shows to look forward to until early February at the very least. The
Excited for Dragon Age 4? You might need a new console to play it
Dragon Age 4 Series•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Dragon Age 4 is a highly anticipated game for many RPG fans, but those excited to play the long-awaited sequel may find themselves investing in new hardware in order to play the game when it launches sometime in 2023. As reported by Destructoid , a listing posted to LinkedIn by one of Dragon Age 4's lead designers described the game as being in development for "PS5/Xbox Series X+S/PC," with both
Don't be fooled by this crafty new vishing attack, Microsoft customers warned
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
A new voice phishing (vishing) scam is tricking victims by spooking them with fake Microsoft Defender invoices in an attempt to take control of their computers. Cybersecurity experts at email security vendor Armorblox have shared details of the vishing campaign, which is the third of its kind encountered by the researchers this year. Aimed at a cloud collaboration company, the scam begins with an
'Genshin Impact' now supports 120fps on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPad Pro
Genshin Impact 120Fps•
Engadget / 8h
The popular iOS game Genshin Impact is taking advantage of the iPhone 13 Pro's higher-refresh ProMotion display with a new 120fps mode, 9to5Mac has reported. On top of the higher framerates, developer miHoYo introduced new areas, events, missions, character banners and more. Apple previously wrote that all iOS developers must release updates to their apps or games to "unlock" the 120Hz mode by ad
3D printing site Thingiverse suffers major user data breach
Thingiverse Breach•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
About 228,000 users of popular 3D printing platform Thingiverse have reportedly had their authentication details stolen and published on the dark web. The news of the leak doesn’t come from Thingiverse itself, but rather from Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) , which got hold of the leaked details of the compromised accounts after receiving a tip last week. “Thingiverse had 228k unique email addresses exp
Which hair dryer settings should I use to blow dry my hair?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Blow drying your hair at home is a great way to take your hair from drab to fab without stepping foot in a salon. However, for some of us, what should be a relatively simple task can prove a little confusing. While having one of the best hair dryers is half the battle when it comes to creating ‘just stepped out of a salon’ feeling, knowing which heat and speed setting to use when it comes to crea
Official: British Airways A380 Returning To Service!
British Airways A380•
500+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Earlier this month we learned that British Airways would be putting its Airbus A380s back into service. The airline immediately scheduled long haul flights with these planes, but has now scheduled some short haul flights as well, which I figure some OMAAT readers may want to seek out. After all, flying on an A380 sure is better than the typical intra-Europe experience. British Airways A380 will f
WhatsApp: New encryption feature protects your chat history from prying eyes
WhatsApp End Backups•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
WhatsApp is now rolling out its end-to-end encryption service for chat backups , the company has confirmed. Announced last month , the encryption feature adds an additional layer of protection to chat backups stored in Apple iCloud and Google Drive . According to a WhatsApp blog post , users can now secure end-to-end encrypted backups with either a password or 64-digit encryption key, which in th
Apple Watch 7 is out now, but you may struggle to get one soon
Apple Watch Series 7•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
It’s been a bit of a wait for the Apple Watch 7 to launch, as it was announced back on September 14 and it only went on sale October 15. But if you haven’t already ordered an Apple Watch 7 , you might still have a long wait before you’ll get one. That’s because while the watch is winging its way to doorsteps as we speak, Apple is clearly struggling to keep up with demand, unsurprisingly perhaps,
Genshin Impact on iPhone is getting a feature it doesn't have on consoles or PC
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Gaming on iPhones just got a lot more tempting, because the super-popular mobile game Genshin Impact just got a big upgrade, and it's only currently available on Apple smartphones. As spotted by GSMArena , Genshin Impact's version 2.2.0 update has rolled out, and according to the App Store listing it has a new feature: "new Function: 120 FPS option for some devices". The update log in the Google
Get a like-new MacBook Pro for over $500 off
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TL;DR: Save on a refurbished MacBook Pro 13", on sale for just $739.95 — a 43% discount — as of Oct. 15. Trying to do any job with a slow computer is a useless endeavor. Instead of working with lagging speeds and photos that never load, do something about it and upgrade your entire work-from-home setup. For a limited time, this r efurbished MacBook Pro deal makes it easier than ever to do so. Wha
Power up your entire tech arsenal in one fell swoop with this desktop charging station
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Charge up clutter-free with the 5-in-1 MagSafe Wireless & Wired Charging Station , on sale for $54.95 as of Oct. 15 — that's a 31% savings. While everyone organizes and decorates their desktop a bit differently, practically every single one has one thing in common: too many cords. From your computer charger, to your USB hub, to your external drive, to the lamp in the corner — cord clutter
Apple takes down Koran app in China
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The popular Islamic app was removed in the country, after an official request.
TechRadar Choice Awards 2021 reveal the best gadgets of the year
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Day five of the TechRadar Choice Awards 2021 is finally here, where we're giving out some of our most prestigious awards, including Brand of the Year which goes to Microsoft. The TechRadar Choice Awards 2021, powered by Oppo, celebrates our favorite tech released throughout the year, and we've finally arrived at the award's last day of accolades. We've had well over 50 award categories this year,
Clubhouse has a new high-quality audio option for musicians
Clubhouse Music Mode•
Engadget / 9h
Clubhouse has proven to be a big hit with musicians, helping them try out material on an audience and even create viral hits . Now, the site is becoming more useful to bands and singers with a new feature called music mode, the company announced in a blog post . The new mode appears in the three-dot menu under "audio quality," with a new selection called "music." Clubhouse didn't reveal any of th
Roblox will offer layered clothing and facial gestures for more realistic avatars
Engadget / 10h
Roblox wants to make its avatars look less blocky and more realistic, and it has announced a couple of visual updates meant to achieve that goal during its annual developers conference. One of those changes is layered clothing, which it's been working on since at least 2020 . It allows any type of character model to be outfitted with layered clothing items. TechCrunch explains that the feature en
The fastest UK 5G speed provider may not be a shock to many
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Two separate studies into network performance in the UK made for pleasant reading for EE, which was found to offer the best balance of 5G speed and availability in parts of the North and Midlands of England, and to deliver the most consistent mobile experience across the country. RootMetrics periodically tests the 5G services of all four major operators – EE, O2, Three, Vodafone – in 16 major UK
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Spotify opens waitlist for its hardware player Car Thing
Qt Spotify Car Thing•
Mashable / 11h
Remember Car Thing , Spotify's hardware player for cars that the company launched in April, though only for select users in the U.S.? Well, on Thursday the company made it a little easier for a wider range of users to purchase the Car Thing . Now, all Spotify users in the U.S., both in the Free and Premium tiers, can sign up for the waitlist for the Car Thing – though you'll still need a Premium
This EU directive could be detrimental to the domain registry industry
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The European Union is currently working on a new directive surrounding cybersecurity that could seriously impact both domain registrars and Whois. As part of the EU's new " Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on measures for a high common level of cybersecurity across the Union ", businesses that work with domain name servers ( DNS ) would be required to keep data on domain na
Weekend deal: Snag up to 40% off Bose and Sony noise-cancelling headphones on eBay
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eBay might not be the first place that comes to mind when you’re looking to score a discounted set of headphones, but the massive online retailer is always worth checking out for audio hardware. That’s because you’ll find big retailers such as The Good Guys and Bing Lee on eBay, and even official stores for brands like Sony and Sennheiser. Now’s a good time to find a bargain price on headphones t
Former Boeing chief technical pilot involved in 737 Max testing charged with fraud
Boeing 737 Max•
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Mark A. Forkner, Boeing's former chief technical pilot involved in the company's 737 Max testing, was indicted for fraud by a grand jury in Texas. Due to his position with the company, he was in charge of coordinating with the Federal Aviation Administration t
