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iPhone 15 Pro all but confirmed to get potentially game-changing design feature



1KTechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The iPhone 15 Pro has proven the subject of myriad design rumors over the past few months, but one particular prediction has now been all but confirmed. We’ve been hearing for some time that the iPhone 15 Pro could get titanium sides , and a new report from PatentlyApple suggests that Apple's next Pro-level iPhone “will indeed replace the [iPhone 14 Pro’s] existing stainless steel frame with a ti


Save 10% On Monotype’s Huge Premium Font Library Right Now
300+How-To Geek / 7h
Creative experts need access to professional-level fonts to keep their projects looking cleaner, sharper, and more sophisticated than the rest. Whether you’re a freelance designer or part of a larger team, Monotype Fonts offers a robust library of high-quality fonts that can take your work to the next level. Best of all, you can access them for 10% off today with our exclusive code. Read This Art


Twitter now requires an account to view tweets
200+TechCrunch / 5h
If you’re not logged into your Twitter account and try to view a tweet, you’ll be presented with a sign-in screen. And if you don’t want to have an account on the bird app, too bad! Twitter hasn’t commented on this change, and given how sloppy the platform has been since Elon Musk’s takeover, it might just be a glitch. However, in a time when Twitter is struggling to grow its user base, it’s poss



United’s Operations Have Been So Bad This Week, CEO Scott Kirby Flew Private
View from the Wing / now
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby himself gave up trying to fly United when he needed to go from their Newark hub to their hub at Denver. He flew private out of Teterboro. The airline says that United “did not pay for his flight.” However Kirby apologizes for abandoning solidarity with his employees and customers trying to get through the morass. Continue reading ...


Bird founder Travis VanderZanden officially leaves the nest
TechCrunch / 11min
Travis VanderZanden’s slow-motion departure from Bird is now complete. The scooter rental company announced in a late-Friday news dump that the executive has stepped down from his role as chairperson of Bird’s board, “ effective immediately .” Replacing VanderZanden is John Bitove, who played a role in saving Bird’s bacon this past December via its merger with Bird Canada. VanderZanden had led th


How Disney Parks Chefs Create Star Wars and Marvel Studios Food
Gizmodo / 51min
It’s a good time to be a Disney foodie if you’re a Star Wars or Marvel Studios fan . Read more...


Elon Musk claims Twitter login requirement just 'temporary'
Mashable / 59min
It's just a "temporary emergency measure." That's what Twitter owner Elon Musk said on Friday after the platform's users noticed that tweets and profiles were inaccessible via web browsers on both desktop and mobile devices unless they were logged in to an account. The change basically blocked all Twitter content from unregistered visitors and was not well-received by even its registered users. "


'Nimona' is an animated queer punk adventure about acceptance
Mashable / 1h
Chloë Grace Moretz, Riz Ahmed are joined by the cast and creators of Nimona to break down the themes of the new Netflix animated film. Nimona premiers June 30 on Netflix .


Death toll rises to 7 in fungal meningitis outbreak; cases at 34, 161 at risk
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Enlarge / One of the medical clinics suspended by Mexican health authorities in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, on May 19, 2023. (credit: Getty | AFP ) Three more people in the US have died from fungal meningitis in an outbreak linked to tainted surgeries in Mexico, bringing the total deaths to seven, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Thursday . The total case count remains u


6 key tools and tips to find the cheapest airfare
88The Points Guy / 1h
Editor’s note: This post was updated with new information. Inflation may be slowing down, but travelers may still feel the sting of high flight prices — finding cheap airfare to your desired destination at your preferred time can be a challenge. For people with flexible schedules looking for some great deals and inspiration, the array of available planning tools can be confusing and intimidating.


Spotify reportedly wants to add full-length music videos to its app
100+Engadget / 1h
Spotify might soon let you watch music, not just listen to it. Bloomberg sources claim the streaming service is mulling the addition of full-length music videos to its app. The company is reportedly talking to potential partners, but it's not clear who would support the feature or when it might arrive. Spotify has already declined to comment. Video on Spotify is currently limited to podcasts , 30


What People Believe About Rewards Programs That’s False, But Shouldn’t Be
View from the Wing / 1h
An interesting twitter thread asks for the 'cheapest thing you do' and a business broker makes the claim that "points cards" for hotel chains "usually give you lobby privileges." That's simply not true, although people use hotel lobbies for meetings and to work all the time having nothing to do with their loyalty program memberships or co-brand rewards cards. Continue reading ...


The Pope Just Released a Guide to Artificial Intelligence
67Futurism / 2h
The Pope has released a guidebook on AI ethics. Yes, you heard that right. The supreme pontiff has partnered with Santa Clara University's Markkula Center for Applied Ethics to form the Institute for Technology, Ethics, and Culture (ITEC), a body that, according to its website , is designed to convene "leaders from business, civil society, academia, government, and all faith and belief traditions


A New Class Action Lawsuit Adds to OpenAI's Growing Legal Troubles
Gizmodo / 2h
A new class action lawsuit accuses ChatGPT creator OpenAI of criminally scraping data from all over the internet, then using the stolen data to create its popular automated products. The lawsuit, filed this week by the Clarkson Law Firm in a Northern California court, is only the latest in a slew of legal challenges… Read more...


New Nimona Featurette Explains How the Film's Art and Themes Align
Gizmodo / 2h
Nimona is now streaming on Netflix and if you’ve seen it, you know the long wait for its arrival was incredibly worth it . (If you haven’t yet watched, you’re in for a delight.) To celebrate the animated film—adapted from the graphic novel by ND Stevenson ( She-Ra and the Princesses of Power ) —Netflix shared a featurette… Read more...


The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: Are Grimace Shakes Killing People?
Lifehacker / 2h
The slow pace of summer is giving us all time to notice subtle differences in screenings of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse, plan a ridiculous double-feature of Barbie and Oppenheimer , and roll some bottles down the stairs. It would be idyllic...if Grimace wasn’t still terrorizing everyone with his mysterious… Read more...


Watch Live: SpaceX to Launch Euclid—Europe's Dark Universe Telescope
Gizmodo / 2h
The European Space Agency (ESA) is gearing up for the launch of its highly anticipated mission to explore the cosmic dark side. Read more...


A free update to WiiM’s cheap wireless high-res music streamer adds a great feature found on expensive streamers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
At just $149 (£149 / around AU$225) the WiiM Pro is an inexpensive music streamer that packs the kind of feature set you’d expect to see on streamers priced much higher. That fact alone makes it an incredible value, but the company has just announced that the WiiM Pro has received Roon Ready certification – a feature typically found on the kind of high-end audio components with stratospheric pric


TikTok Diet of the Week: the Mustard and Cottage Cheese Plate
Lifehacker / 2h
I’ve been writing about viral TikTok myths, but today we’ll dig into something a little different: a viral meal. On the surface, it’s a weird combination of flavors, but underneath is a reasonably healthy and possibly actually good-tasting meal. And then beyond that—well, that’s where it gets really weird. Read more...


Echo on-the-go devices are now up to 46% off at Amazon
Mashable / 2h
Amazon Echo on-the-go devices let you take Alexa with you wherever you go. Listen to your favorite audio and content, or even turn your car into an Alexa-compatible smart car without footing major bills. Enjoy these Echo on-the-go devices Echo on-the-go deals BEST FOR WIRELESS CHARGING Echo Buds w/ wireless charging case (opens in a new tab) $84.99 at Amazon (save $55) (opens in a new tab) BUDGET


An Overwatch anime miniseries will debut on July 6th
500+Engadget / 2h
Blizzard has released a string of excellent Overwatch animated shorts over the years. While the shorts are sublimely rendered and help to sketch out the backstories of the cast, Blizzard hasn't neatly pulled together the sprawling narrative of this universe so far. The developers have pledged to do a better job of that in-game starting with Overwatch 2 's sixth season, which gets under way in Aug


Max's Dune: The Sisterhood Series Builds Its Cast Back Up
Gizmodo / 2h
With that exciting new trailer for Dune: Part II arriving this week, there’s no better moment to pile on more good Dune news. This time, it concerns the long-in-development Dune streaming series, Max’s Dune: The Sisterhood , which has added new cast members as it moves forward. Read more...


NASA Visualization Offers a Disturbing Glimpse of All That Carbon in Our Atmosphere
47Gizmodo / 2h
Animations created by NASA ’s Scientific Visualization Studio include images and videos showing what carbon emissions would look like if they were visible in our atmosphere. The videos of the swirling emissions were released this month—and it looks like a grosser, creepier version of the Northern Lights. Read more...



Sony didn’t want ‘Roblox’ on PlayStation due to child safety concerns
300+Engadget / 2h
Sony blocked Roblox from PlayStation consoles because it was worried about inappropriate content reaching children. The revelation comes from a 2022 document, first reported by Axios , uncovered in the FTC’s Microsoft trial . However, Sony Interactive Entertainment President and CEO Jim Ryan said at the time that the company’s stance was softening, leaving the door open to an eventual PlayStation


7 tips to avoid overpacking
25The Points Guy / 3h
It’s no secret that I am Team Carry-On Only , refusing to check a bag at all costs. Just this week alone, 30,000 flights in the U.S. were delayed or canceled ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, increasing the risk of checked bags following suit. Even without a summer of flight issues, checking a bag only delays you as a traveler since you’ll have to wait to retrieve that bag, if you’re lucky, at


Rage Against the Machine Refuses to Play Venues With Facial Recognition
1KFuturism / 3h
Rage, Rage Rage Against the Machine is living up to its name by signing a pledge to boycott venues that use facial recognition technology. Band cofounders Tom Morello and Zack De La Rocha are, as Rolling Stone reports , among the many signatories of a pledge from the nonprofit Fight for the Future, which seeks, among other things, to get Congress to pass a bill banning facial recognition tech. "I


The Least Messy Way to Cut a Watermelon
Lifehacker / 3h
There is no wrong way to eat a watermelon, but the slicing and dicing can be tailored to suit your needs and desires. If you’re enjoying the melon by yourself, go ahead and slice it in half to create a “bowl,” then scoop out the insides with a spoon. But if you’re feeding a crowd—particularly a young crowd—consider… Read more...


All the New Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Books to Put on Your Radar for July
Gizmodo / 3h
July is here, and it’s brought with it an almost overwhelming array of new sci-fi, horror, and fantasy books . Whether you’re in the mood for magic , monsters, or mysteries —or some combination of all three—io9's monthly list of new releases has you covered. Read more...


The Asus Zenfone 10 is a tiny 5.9-inch phone with flagship specs
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
The Asus Zenfone 10 in a variety of colors. [credit: Asus ] Lovers of small phones: Meet the Asus Zenfone 10 , a tiny little device headlined by a 144 Hz, 5.9-inch, 2400×1080 OLED display. For those asking for a one-hand device, this 146.5 mm×68.1mm×9.4 mm phone is one of the smallest on the market, and it has flagship specs. It's not quite the size of the iPhone SE (138.4 mm×67.3 mm×7.3 mm) or t


FBI finally tracks “swatting” incidents as attacks increase nationwide
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Roberto Machado Noa / Contributor | LightRocket ) Last month, the FBI created a national online database to finally start coordinating law enforcement reports about "swatting" attacks nationwide, NBC News reported yesterday. Swatting is a form of domestic terrorism that is sometimes deadly and has become more widespread in the US, according to a March report from Hal Berghel, a c


Reddit API changes are imminent. Here’s what’s happening to your favorite apps
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Getty ) It's been a contentious journey, but Reddit's new API pricing will take effect on July 1. What started as a fight over creating an affordable option for valued third-party Reddit apps has evolved into a bitter battle pitting Reddit against indignant developers, mods, and users. Protests remain, but some users are now preparing to exit the platform, including some of Reddi


Passenger, employee frustrations flow after United’s rocky week
The Points Guy / 3h
For A.J. Palzer, flying home from a trip to Houston to visit his girlfriend’s family quickly turned into a travel nightmare. Palzer, a New Jersey-based attorney, planned to fly back from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in New Jersey on Monday. Instead, he faced cancellation after cancellation with United Airlines triggered by the weekend th


The FTC plans to slap companies with hefty fines for using fake reviews
34Engadget / 3h
The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) has proposed a formal ban on fake reviews and testimonials. Companies would also be prohibited from using phony followers and views to inflate their social media metrics if the rule takes effect as it stands. This isn't the first time the agency has trained its sights on fake reviews. In its first such case in 2019 , it fined a third-party Amazon seller for pa


These New Gas Station Vapes Are Horrifying
Futurism / 3h
The federal government is facing an uphill battle in its ongoing crackdown on the vaping industry . And some of its efforts, arguably, may be backfiring. Since 2020, the number of different e-cigarettes being sold in the US has only continued to shoot up, The Associated Press reports , tripling to over 9,000 variants. That huge volume is reportedly being driven by a surge in popularity of disposa


Gaze in Wonder at These Stunning Views of the Cosmos
Gizmodo / 3h
The cosmos is a hostile but beautiful place; from Earth, its phenomena—from our Sun and the aurorae it generates to nebulae and distant galaxies—are worth capturing. Read more...


Mosquitos Carrying Malaria Found in Florida
Gizmodo / 3h
A few mosquitos in Florida have tested positive for the the parasite that causes malaria. The finding follows multiple confirmed human cases of the disease—four in Florida and one in Texas—believed to be the first domestically acquired instances of malaria in the U.S. in 20 years. The newly reported mosquito test… Read more...


The Best Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Streaming in July 2023
Gizmodo / 3h
Let’s get streaming! Welcome to io9's latest edition of the Nerd’s Watch, where we pare down the enormous lists of new films and television shows arriving on all your favorite streaming services into the sci-fi, fantasy, and horror titles we think you’ll like most. (And sometimes, just the ones that we like most.) Read more...


What the Supreme Court’s Student Debt Ruling Means for You
Lifehacker / 3h
On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled against President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan . This means student debt will still have a chokehold over millions of Americans who previously had a glimmer of hope of seeing up to $20,000 in relief. For anyone benefiting from a pause on their payments since March 2020,… Read more...


WhatsApp just made transferring chat history so easy but there may be one big limit
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
WhatsApp is making it easier to transfer chat logs from your old phone to a new one just by scanning a QR code. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg made the initial announcement on his Instagram channel where he states this method lets you move your data privately without ever having to leave your devices.” Looking at the video he posted , you first open up the QR code on the older device, then scan said co


Are corporations too influential?
TechCrunch / 3h
Welcome to Startups Weekly. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Friday. This week, I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about how some of the biggest companies in the world have as much — if not more — power than entire countries. Most countries, at least, have some level of democratic oversight, but that isn’t true in the same way for companies. My question, then: In a world where the polici


This nifty fan-made Game Boy camera is the size of a cartridge
31Engadget / 4h
The official Game Boy Camera is a treat for fans of lo-fi photography, but it’s also on the larger side, protruding from the retro console like a giant, creepy eyeball. That’s why modder and mega-fan Christopher Graves made his own version, the Game Boy Mini Camera, as originally reported via Gizmodo. This thing is tiny, as Graves managed to shrink everything down to the size of a Game Boy cartri


samissadagain : Mantua and petticoat of French silk, brocaded with silver-gilt threads, made in England, 1755-60 of Fre...
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
samissadagain : Mantua and petticoat of French silk, brocaded with silver-gilt threads, made in England, 1755-60 of French silk, 1753-55.


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I feel like Debbie Harry should get a Tumblr account


From our stacks: Illustration “The Bartholomew Fair Musician: W. Phillips [from a loose print, of another series],” fro...
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
From our stacks: Illustration “The Bartholomew Fair Musician: W. Phillips [from a loose print, of another series],” from Memoirs of Bartholomew Fair . By Henry Morley. With Facsimile Drawings, Engraved Upon Wood, by the Brothers Dalziel. London: Chapman and Hall, 1859.


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gameraboy2 : Erebus , paperback cover by Michael Whelan, 1977


Make Superb Pickles by Burying Them in Rice Bran
Lifehacker / 4h
When white Americans refer to “pickles,” they are usually talking about vinegary, sour cucumbers, but that’s a narrow, ahistorical understanding of fermented vegetables. Pickles originated in the East as a form of food preservation. One of the prime purveyors of pickles you may not be thinking about? Japan. Read more...


Book a round-trip flight from NYC to Paris for $499 on JetBlue
28The Points Guy / 4h
Trade the Big Apple for the City of Light with these deals on JetBlue flights to Paris . The carrier is offering deals on economy tickets for travel in early 2024 and on Mint — JetBlue’s business-class equivalent — tickets for July to September 2023. Flights depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and arrive at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Round-trip basic economy ticket


Register now for 1,000 Hyatt points per night at Dream Hotels, plus double points on eligible international stays
300+The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. World of Hyatt launched a promotion a few weeks ago where members can earn double points on qualifying international stays. Now, Hyatt has another promotion, allowing registered members to earn 1,000 bonus points per night at eligible Dream Hotels. Here’s the scoop on Hyatt’s current promotions. Earn 1,000 bonus poin


Prime Day is coming — maximize your Amazon purchases with these credit cards
42The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Amazon is back with another two-day savings event. The Prime Early Access Sale will start at midnight PT on July 11 and run through July 12. It is open to all Amazon Prime members. A regular membership costs $139 per year, while a student membership costs $69 per year; you can also sign up for a 30-day fre


I Tried The New United Airlines Burger & Fries, And It Was Actually Disgusting
20View from the Wing / 4h
United Airlines sells a burger in coach that’s hugely controversial. Some passengers swear by it, and think it’s the best $10 they could ever spend in coach. They’ll even order it up in premium cabins. I wonder if that's more a matter of individual taste than a statement of quality. In mid-May United started offering a first class burger, and trying something bold: serving fries with it. That may


Dolphin Moms Use Baby Talk Around Their Calves, New Research Suggests
Gizmodo / 4h
It looks like baby talk isn’t just for humans. New research this week suggests that dolphin mothers also adopt a higher-pitched tone during certain forms of communication with their young. Read more...


Air Belgium Operating British Airways Flight To Chicago
200+One Mile at a Time / 4h
If you’re flying British Airways from London to Chicago this summer, you might find yourself on a plane you weren’t expecting. Air Belgium operating London to Chicago flight British Airways operates two daily flights between London Heathrow (LHR) and Chicago (ORD). Generally one frequency is operated by an Airbus A380, while the other frequency is operated by a Boeing 777. However, that will be c


Google tells Canada it won’t pay “link tax,” will pull news links from search
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge / A Google sign at the Viva Tech fair in Paris on June 15, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) In response to a new Canadian law requiring payments to news organizations, Google said it will remove links to Canadian news sources from Google Search and Google News for users who access the services in Canada. Google's announcement yesterday followed a similar announcement by Meta that


AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton isn't convinced good AI will triumph over bad AI
52Engadget / 4h
University of Toronto professor Geoffrey Hinton, often called the “ Godfather of AI ” for his pioneering research on neural networks, recently became the industry’s unofficial watchdog. He quit working at Google this spring to more freely critique the field he helped pioneer. He saw the recent surge in generative AIs like ChatGPT and Bing Chat as signs of unchecked and potentially dangerous accel


Apple TV+'s Alien Invasion Continues in August
Gizmodo / 4h
Apple TV+ viewers are in for a busy summer of sci-fi. In addition to Silo , which just wrapped its first season and was renewed for another, Foundation season two arrives July 14—and now we know Invasion season two (not to be confused with Marvel’s Secret Invasion over on Disney+) will be premiering August 23. Read more...


FTC finally proposes ban on fake reviews
TechCrunch / 4h
The FTC has proposed a new rule banning numerous forms of fake reviews online, from outright fabricated ones to those that are sketchily repurposed or secretly manipulated. It may not totally rehabilitate the notoriously unreliable online review ecosystem, but it could help make things a bit more bearable. This rule has been a long time in the making, which is par for the course at any federal re


Florida mosquitoes test positive for malaria as officials spray area
27Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge / A Miami-Dade mosquito control inspector sprays a pesticide to kill adult mosquitos on June 29, 2023, in Miami. The Miami-Dade mosquito control department continues its regular spraying and inspection of neighborhoods and is ready to react if malaria-carrying mosquitos are found, as they were in the Sarasota area. (credit: Getty | Joe Raedle ) Three mosquitoes collected near Sarasota, Fl


TSMC says some of its data was swept up in a hack on a hardware supplier
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images ) Chipmaker TSMC said on Friday that one of its hardware suppliers experienced a “security incident” that allowed the attackers to obtain configurations and settings for some of the servers the company uses in its corporate network. The disclosure came a day after the LockBit ransomware crime syndicate listed TSMC on its extortion site and threatened to publish the d


Dylan Mulvaney Speaks Out Against Bud Light for Lack of Support
70Gizmodo / 5h
Dylan Mulvaney, a trans influencer who was sponsored by Bud Light for two Instagram posts, is speaking out after receiving hate mail and threats while reportedly receiving no support from the beer company. The sponsorship garnered a mass anti-trans response and calls for a boycott which has decimated Bud Light’s sales… Read more...


Your S'mores Are Begging for Bacon
Lifehacker / 5h
My relationship with s’mores is muddled. Setting them on fire tickles my pyro-bone, but I get frustrated with the cloying sweetness of the marshmallow and questionable Hershey’s chocolate. One Friday evening I was pondering salted meats and it dawned on me: S’mores need bacon. Read more...


Secretive hardware startup Humane’s first product is the Ai Pin
TechCrunch / 5h
Humane , the startup launched by ex-Apple design and engineering duo Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno, today revealed details about its first product: The Humane Ai Pin. It’s been a long time coming. Humane has kept its work more or less under wraps since 2018, its founding year, unveiling no products but bringing on dozens of ex-Apple employees responsible for the iPhone’s touchscreen keyboa


Tech firms sue Arkansas over social media age verification law
500+Engadget / 5h
The technology industry isn't thrilled with Arkansas' law requiring social media age checks . NetChoice, a tech trade group that includes Google, Meta and TikTok, has sued the state of Arkansas over claimed US Constitution violations in the Social Media Safety Act. The measure allegedly treads on First Amendment free speech rights by making users hand over private data in order to access social n



Harvard Scientist Who Studies Dishonesty Accused of Fraud
21Futurism / 5h
Liar Liar A Harvard behavioral scientist, who has extensively studied honest behavior, has been accused of fabricating study results — and yes, the jokes write themselves. Harvard Business School behavioral scientist Francesca Gino has been placed on academic leave, the New York Times reports , after colleagues found evidence that she falsified data in a 2012 study. First noticed by a researcher-


Limited Time: Increased Citi Premier Offer Adds 10x On Citi Travel Portal Bookings Through June 2024
View from the Wing / 5h
Some of you will take full advantage of this new limited time offer. And some of you will pair it with a no annual fee Double Cash card to earn 2x on the spending that this card does not bonus, and move those points into your Premier's ThankYou account. Continue reading ...


Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence release date, platforms, everything we know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
As possibly one of the next biggest things in mobile gaming, a lot of eyes are on The Division Resurgence release date now. The long-awaited next, and mobile, installment to Tom Clancy’s The Division franchise, The Division Resurgence arrives later this year - yet we are still waiting to learn about what this game has to offer. But we can start picking apart trailers and information apart now, ah


Sega's COO says the company is not for sale
500+Engadget / 5h
Sega is not for sale, according to company COO Shuji Utsumi. The executive told Bloomberg News that the company isn’t open to acquisition talks at the moment, despite rampant speculation that Microsoft was about to swoop in and force a shotgun wedding between Sonic and Master Chief. Some of these rumors popped up due to a general consolidation trend in the gaming industry, with big fish gobbling


Tron 3 Continues to Make Its Way Onto the Grid
Gizmodo / 5h
Casting continues for the long-awaited third Tron film and now, for the first time in a long time , we think this movie might actually be happening. No, seriously. Read more...


Reddit's Valuation Has Fallen Even Further, Fidelity Says
Gizmodo / 5h
Reddit is facing a crisis both in its user base and its finances. After protests and backlashed ravaged the platform in the wake of Reddit opting to charge for access to its API , the company’s valuation has been sliced. Read more...


Talk to Your Kids About Your Estate Plan Now (and How to Do It)
Lifehacker / 5h
Whether or not you watched Succession (how could you not?), it’s not hard to imagine how dealing with family money can be dysfunctional at best, and downright embittered at worst. Estate planning is a necessary process to help cope with loss—but even still, the decisions involved in estate planning are a recipe for… Read more...


Police want robotaxi video footage to help solve crimes
TechCrunch / 5h
Police are starting to turn to robotaxis — specifically all of that footage captured by cameras — for video evidence to help solve crimes. While it might not be a trend quite yet, evidence suggests that the robotaxi is the new proving ground for privacy advocates and law enforcement, especially as companies like Cruise and Waymo scale to new cities. Self-driving cars can have more than a dozen ca


5 Best Frequent Flyer Programs For Redeeming Miles
100+One Mile at a Time / 5h
An OMAAT reader recently posed an interesting question to me, which I figured I’d address in a post. If I could only ever redeem miles through five airline frequent flyer programs again, which would they be? I’ll share my picks, and then I’m curious to hear how my choices compare to those of others. What makes a frequent flyer program useful? Admittedly this question is entirely theoretical. For


We found your AMD mid-range CPU but you better act fast
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Micro Center announced that it would be launching the limited edition AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D CPU on July 7th, 2023 for $229. But here’s the kicker: it will release exclusively in its stores. AMD and Micro Center struck a deal that ensured the retailer will have sole distribution of the mid-range processor until supplies run out. The Ryzen 5 5600X3D seems to be a solid gaming card, with six cores and


Twitter now blocks visitors from viewing tweets, and profiles unless they're logged in
34Mashable / 5h
UPDATE: Jun. 30, 2023, 6:15 p.m. EDT Elon Musk now claims this is a "temporary emergency measure." Read the update and our original report below: Go to Twitter without logging in to your account. Just go anywhere on the site. Try opening your favorite tweet or viewing your favorite creator's profile in a web browser on either your desktop or mobile device. This is what you'll now see: Twitter is


The ultimate guide to Viking cruise ships and itineraries
300+The Points Guy / 5h
Some cruise lines try to be all things to all people. Viking isn’t one of them. Since its founding in 1997, the upscale cruise brand has carved out a niche catering to a certain type of thoughtful, inquisitive, generally older traveler looking to explore the world and learn a thing or two along the way. Most Viking customers are approaching their retirement years — or are already there — and they


Capital One SavorOne credit card review: A no-annual-fee card for foodies and entertainment
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with the latest credit card information and offers. Capital One SavorOne Cash Rewards Credit Card overview The Capital One SavorOne Cash Rewards Credit Card (see rates and fees ) is a solid card with no annual fee that is great for those who regularly spend on dining and entertainment. It offers unlimited 3% cash back on dining, entertainment, popular str


UK porn age checks raise privacy concerns
63BBC News - Technology / 5h
Digital rights groups say more robust age verification requirements lack transparency.


European VCs and tech firms sign open letter warning against over-regulation of AI in draft EU laws
TechCrunch / 5h
Major tech founders, CEOs, VCs and industry giants across Europe have signed an open letter to the EU Commission, warning that Europe could miss out on the generative AI revolution if the EU passes laws stifling innovation. Executives from 150 businesses, including Germany’s Siemens and France’s Airbus, highlighted the risks of tight regulation, saying the rules could threaten the ability of Euro


Watching Netflix on your Google TV just got a long-awaited upgrade to match Apple TV
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Netflix is finally getting an upgrade for Google TVs running Android TV OS 12 that’s been a long time coming: frame rate matching, with it being the most notable platform so far to support the feature. Framerate matching was introduced when Android TV OS 12 launched back in October 2022, but it has felt like something of a work in progress because none of the best streaming services supported it.


General Says Space Force Should Stop Waffling and Build Epic Space Weapons
Futurism / 6h
Space Weapons Now Space Force major general David Miller is worried the US could fall behind China and Russia in the space race — and is calling for action instead of waffling about pesky questions like, say, the ethics of space weapons. If it were up to Miller, as Breaking Defense reports , the US government would've begun building weapons capable of deterring the country's adversaries in our pl


The huge power and potential danger of AI-generated code
65Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge (credit: Mark Garlick/Science Photo Library/Getty ) In June 2021, GitHub announced Copilot, a kind of auto-complete for computer code powered by OpenAI’s text-generation technology. It provided an early glimpse of the impressive potential of generative artificial intelligence to automate valuable work. Two years on, Copilot is one of the most mature examples of how the technology can take


AMD announces limited-run Ryzen 5600X3D CPU, an ideal upgrade for an aging Ryzen PC
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge / AMD's Ryzen 5 5600X3D. (credit: AMD) A surprise twist for owners of older AMD PCs using socket AM4: AMD is announcing one last (?) processor for the aging socket, a six-core Ryzen 5 5600X3D that brings the company's 3D V-Cache chip stacking technology to a $229 chip. The catch? The new CPU will only be available through Micro Center, a brick-and-mortar tech retailer that doesn't ship mo



Red Hat’s new source code policy and the intense pushback, explained
21Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge / A be-hatted person, tipping his brim to the endless amount of text generated by the conflict of corporate versus enthusiast understandings of the GPL. (credit: Getty Images) When CentOS announced in 2020 that it was shutting down its traditional "rebuild" of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) to focus on its development build, Stream, CentOS suggested the strategy "removes confusion." Red


A gigantic list of the best 4th of July sales you can shop while you wait for Prime Day, from SMEG to Solawave
Mashable / 6h
Featured picks: Best kitchen/home sale SMEG Fabulous 4th Sale (opens in a new tab) 25% off FAB 5, FAB 10, and FAB 28 refrigerators (opens in a new tab) Best sleep sale Casper 4th of July Sale (opens in a new tab) Up to 25% off sitewide (opens in a new tab) Best outdoor sale REI 4th of July Sale and Clearance Event (opens in a new tab) Up to 50% off outdoor gear and apparel (opens in a new tab) Be


How to Actually Get an Abortion in the US
Lifehacker / 6h
It was January 2020, and Roe v. Wade was still the law. I lived in the most liberal city in the United States, and I was about to find out how hard it was for a white woman with no hesitation of what they wanted, disposable income, control of her schedule, reliable transportation and a working knowledge of her rights… Read more...


AI is not a panacea for software development
TechCrunch / 6h
Brett Stevens Contributor Software.com co-founder Brett Stevens was previously part of the product marketing team at Delphix, a API-first data platform for the multi-cloud. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Brown University and currently resides in Brooklyn. Geoff Stevens Contributor Software.com co-founder Geoff Stevens previously worked with the investment team at Vo


TechCrunch+ roundup: Vertical AI, crypto losses decline, machine learning investor survey
TechCrunch / 6h
According to Paris Heymann, a partner at Index Ventures, the current wave of AI-powered products and services can be sorted into three layers: Foundational models AI infrastructure AI applications “Some of these applications will be broadly horizontal,” he writes in TC+, “but many AI applications will also be vertical, or industry-focused.” Full TechCrunch+ articles are only available to members


How To Earn & Redeem Capital One Miles
100+One Mile at a Time / 6h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card ( Rates & Fees ) In general, I recommend earning transferable points currencies with your credit cards whenever possible, to give you the most flexibility if you’re looking for travel rewards. Capital One only introduced a transferable points currency a few years back, but has really been doing some amazing things. Capital One’s mi


Google just released a special edition Pixel Fold, but you can't buy it
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
The Google Pixel Fold is now available in a special ‘Hip Hop 50’ edition to mark the 50th anniversary of the music genre, which is being celebrated this year. However, this particular version of the Fold is only being distributed to a select few individuals through the Gift from Google program. A post shared by Austin, TX Portrait Photographer - Jay Ybarra (@photo.jay) A photo posted by on Spotte


Magic: The Gathering's Rarest Lord of the Rings Card Has Been Found
66Gizmodo / 6h
Some lucky person just became a millionaire by opening a pack of cards . That’s because it has been revealed that the rarest, most sought-after card in the entire new Lord of the Rings expansion of Magic: The Gathering has been found. Read more...


Seven Now Dead From Fungal Outbreak Tied to Surgery Clinics in Mexico
Gizmodo / 6h
An outbreak of fungal meningitis linked to two surgery clinics in Mexico appears to have claimed more lives. This week, the Centers for Disease and Prevention updated its case tally, reporting seven confirmed or probable deaths linked to the outbreak. Officials are still trying to contact everyone at potential risk… Read more...


Save up to $100 on skincare tech during Solawave's Fourth of July sale
Mashable / 6h
SAVE UP TO $100: Through July 5, you can save up to $100 during Solawave's sitewide Fourth of July sale. Score $20 off orders of $100+, $50 off orders of $175+, and $100 off orders of $300+. Opens in a new tab Credit: Solawave Solawave 4th of July Sale (opens in a new tab) $20 off orders $100+ | $50 off orders $175+ | $100 off orders $300+ (opens in a new tab) With the Fourth of July right around


You Should Replace Windows 11's File Explorer With the Files App
Lifehacker / 6h
The File Explorer in Windows 11 has been through a rough time. The redesign displaced familiar features; the right-click menu was truncated, and so were the options in the ribbons menu. A couple of updates later, things have improved and Windows 11 finally added tab support in File Explorer. But if you’re annoyed by… Read more...


Twitter isn't showing tweets unless you're logged in
400+Engadget / 6h
For some bizarre reason (OK, many widely reported reasons ), Twitter is becoming less useful almost by the day. In its latest misstep, it seems the service is no longer letting people who aren't signed in see any tweets. Until now, logged-out users were still able to check out tweets and user profiles, but at least for the time being, they'll have to either sign up for an account or plug in their


RIP to the Surface Pro 6 – Microsoft has ended support for the stellar tablet
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
From today, June 30, Microsoft will no longer provide firmware or driver updates for the Surface Pro 6, which means the tablet will stop getting security fixes and major updates. The tablet-laptop hybrid earned a weighty four stars in our Microsoft Surface Pro 6 review for good reason, sporting a long battery life, excellent new sleek black color options, and quad-core processing. It’s the oldest


This fake Telegram app is just riddled with malware
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
A fake Telegram app for Android has been discovered that is loaded with malware and capable of a myriad of malicious activities. The news was broken by cybersecurity researchers Check Point, which claim that the app looks and feels like the genuine thing. However, after being installed, malware code starts running in the background, posing as an internal application update service. The malware fi


As Apple reaches $3T, it’s time to shake up the Big Tech club
TechCrunch / 6h
Today, Apple saw its market cap pass the $3 trillion threshold. The iPhone maker has reached that landmark before but has never managed to hang on to it through the end of a trading day. But this morning, with its shares up about 1.4% and a significant $20 billion to $30 billion above the milestone, it seems the company is on pace to finally pull it off. Less than five years ago, the “Big Five” —


The UK will ramp up its investigation into Adobe's $20 billion Figma acquisition
300+Engadget / 6h
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) plans to perform an in-depth probe into Adobe’s acquisition of Figma, the agency announced today ( via The Wall Street Journal ). Citing concerns about “a substantial lessening of competition” for screen design software, it plans to move into a “phase two” investigation. However, it’s giving the companies five business days to “offer legally bindin


Sony's Mocopi avatar motion-capture system is coming to the US
500+Engadget / 6h
Sony just announced North American availability for its unique Mocopi motion-tracking system. The tools allow you to control digital avatars in real-time using full body movement, thanks to six motion sensors and a proprietary smartphone app. In addition to real-time control, this translated body movement can be used in videos and 3D animations, via an SDK that imports motion data into affiliated


Lego Celebrates the Fourth of July Early With the Equivalent of America on Wheels: a 1961 Corvette
Gizmodo / 6h
Although the Fourth of July isn’t until next Tuesday, most Americans will be lighting up the bbq, setting off fireworks, and heading to the beach this weekend to celebrate early. Lego is getting in on the festivities, too, with the reveal of a new bright red 1961 Corvette model : an icon of American automotive design. Read more...


Quick Points: Oneworld Emeralds, you have access to an incredible ground experience in London
The Points Guy / 6h
After earning Oneworld Emerald status through a Hyatt-American Airlines status challenge last year , the status quickly became a game changer on my international flights. Oneworld Emerald members receive benefits like preferred seating and complimentary access to many first-class lounges on eligible itineraries — two notable perks that Star Alliance Gold status doesn’t offer . A few weeks ago, I


Have an easy breezy summer with a Levoit tower fan for 15% off
Mashable / 6h
SAVE $10.54: The LEVOIT Classic 36-inch white tower fan is on sale for $59.45 (its lowest price yet) at Amazon. That's a discount of 15% off its regular price of $69.99. Opens in a new tab Credit: LEVOIT LEVOIT Classic 36-inch white tower fan (opens in a new tab) $59.45 at Amazon (save $10.54) (opens in a new tab) We know these rising summer temperatures have you daydreaming about winter, and wit



Score up to 48% off Coleman outdoor gear just in time for summer
Mashable / 6h
Whether you love camping, hiking, or spending your days at the beach, there's no doubt you'll need some gear to make the most of your outdoor adventures. And what better time to stock up than now, when everything is on sale (and just before Prime Day , too!)? Here are our favorite Coleman outdoor gear picks: Our top picks BEST TENT DEAL Coleman Sundome six-person camping tent (opens in a new tab)


Score JBL wireless headphones for under $100 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 6h
For comfort and convenience, wireless, on-ear headphones can't be beat. These JBL headphone models provide crisp sound and are now available at a discount of up to 23% off at Amazon as of June 30. BEST BUDGET HEADPHONES: JBL 710BT wireless headphones are proof that big sound doesn't have to cost big bucks — $64.95 $79.95 (save $15) BEST ANC HEADPHONES: JBL Tune 660NC wireless headphones feature a


Rhymer Combines Scottish Ballads with Alien Elves
Wired / 6h
Gregory Frost's fantasy novel puts a new spin on the folk tale of Thomas the Rhymer.


GM buys software startup that predicts EV battery fires
47TechCrunch / 7h
General Motors said Friday it has acquired Algolion, an Israel-based software startup that can detect potential hazards in battery cells. Financial terms were not disclosed. The automaker did say that Algolion’s six employees, including the company’s founders, will remain based in Israel and join more than 850 employees at the GM Technical Center in Herzliya, Israel. Algolion has developed softwa


Halloween Comes Early With All the Best Lego Sets You Can Finally Buy in July
Gizmodo / 7h
Like the rest of us, Lego apparently can’t help but be distracted by thoughts of long weekends, vacations, and trips to the beach. The lineup of new building sets arriving in July is about as lengthy as the amount of work you get done on a July Friday afternoon—there’s just three worth adding to your collection. Read more...


To Survive Extreme Heat, Squirrels Go 'Sploot'
46Gizmodo / 7h
When does a squirrel become a pancake? Answer: Apparently, when the world becomes a griddle. It’s officially sweat season for humans in the U.S., which means it’s sploot season for squirrels. And if you don’t know what that means, keep reading. Read more...


3 Billion Chrome Users Are About to See This Privacy Sandbox Pop-Up
30Gizmodo / 7h
Google Chrome users will soon see a pop-up when they update their browser to version 115 , initiating the first phase of Google’s years-long Privacy Sandbox project. The prompt, which describes the changes as “Enhanced ad privacy in Chrome,” is the first stage in Google’s astonishingly complicated plan to kill… Read more...


How to Create Smart Albums in Apple Photos on Mac
How-To Geek / 7h
Smart albums make it possible to create custom collections of images or videos within your Apple Photos library based on set criteria. Smart albums are useful for quickly recalling search criteria or building tightly curated photo collections. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Amazon’s 64GB Fire HD 10 Tablet is More Than Half Off Today
How-To Geek / 7h
If you want a cheap tablet for consuming media, Amazon’s Fire tablets are consistently among the top options. And if you were waiting to hop on a deal to get one of the best ones in the lineup, you’re in luck, as the Fire HD 10 tablet is now under $100. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Razer Returns to Its RGB Roots with the Cobra Pro Mouse
How-To Geek / 7h
Razer just launched the Cobra Pro, a mouse that combines the Basilisk’s flashy attitude with the Viper’s slim design. And despite all of the pearl-clutching that you may see from enthusiasts, the Cobra Pro is an interesting offering with some unique specs. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


What's New on Prime Video and Freevee in July 2023
Lifehacker / 7h
It’s a good time to be Neil Gaiman. The Starz adaptation of his apocalyptic road-trip novel American Gods may have fizzled out , but he’s since struck lightning twice, scoring second season pickups for both The Sandman (on Netflix), with new episodes expected next year ; and Good Omens (on Prime Video), returning July 28 Read more...


The best AirPod deals you can get for Independence Day
40Engadget / 7h
The July 4th weekend is upon us and, among other things, that means there are deals aplenty to be had. If you’re looking for a set of Apple AirPods (perhaps to help drown out those noisy fireworks), there’s some good news as several models are on sale. Some are available for the lowest prices we've seen for them to date, including the most recent AirPods Pro. Both the second-gen and third-gen reg


Southwest Airlines Performance Business Card Review: Amazing Wi-Fi Perk
One Mile at a Time / 7h
Link: Apply now for the Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card Chase and Southwest have a portfolio of co-branded credit cards . I’d argue that the Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card is Southwest’s most compelling credit card. In this post, I wanted to explain why, between the huge bonus and valuable ongoing perks. Southwest Performance Business Card Ba


Don’t Use A.I. to Cheat in School. It’s Better for Studying.
23NYT > Technology / 7h
Generative A.I. tools can annotate long documents, make flashcards, and produce practice quizzes.


Delta Offers Real Food In Their Lounges, While American Overcharges For Chicken Nuggets
View from the Wing / 7h
A premium offering in Admirals Clubs or several years has been guacamole and chips, but that's available not because American is willing to make that (very modest) investment but because the credit card that offers club membership is a Mastercard and Mastercard pays for the avocados . If you want chicken nuggets inside an Admirals Club, they have those! But they'll charge you for it. Indeed, they


Gizmodo and Kotaku Staff Furious After Owner Announces Move to AI Content
47Futurism / 7h
The steady march of AI in journalism continues — though the outcome, both for the health of the information ecosystem and the financial wellbeing of publishers that embrace it, remains as hazy as ever. G/O Media, a major online media company that runs publications including Gizmodo , Kotaku , Quartz , Jezebel , and Deadspin , has announced that it will begin a "modest test" of AI content on its s


Internet shutdowns are on the rise, a new tool measures their impact on economies
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Governments across the world have been increasingly pulling the plug for the internet and social media services lately. Whether that's to halt the spread of social unrests, disrupt the information flow in times of elections, or prevent cheating during national exams, the shutdowns have a wider impact. Only in June, Iraq, Algeria and Syria enforced a series of exam-related shutdowns for a total of


Intel is biggest loser as cloud giant splashes billions of dollars on rivals
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Oracle founder and Chairman Larry Elllison has revealed the cloud computing giant is spending billions of dollars on GPU and computer chips from three main tech companies without any mention of Intel, the emblematic x86 firm. According to a report by Reuters , Ellison said, "This year, Oracle will buy GPU s and CPU s from three companies, We will buy GPUs from Nvidia, and we're buying billions of


Schools say US teachers’ retirement fund was targeted by MOVEit hackers
TechCrunch / 7h
Two U.S. schools have confirmed that TIAA, a nonprofit organization that provides financial services for individuals in academic fields, has been caught up in the mass-hacks targeting MOVEit file transfer tools. Middlebury College in Vermont and Trinity College in Connecticut both released security notices confirming they experienced data breaches as a result of a security incident at the Teacher



Why automakers are rushing to adopt Tesla’s NACS plug and what it means to drivers
TechCrunch / 7h
How did the North American electric vehicle market finally decide on a charging port? Gradually, then suddenly, to paraphrase Ernest Hemingway. The war isn’t over yet, but with Electrify America announcing this week that it would add Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) plugs, it’s close. Electrify America’s decision is particularly important because it’s both the largest non-Tesla, fa


Meta Reportedly Wants to Pursue Direct App Downloads Through Facebook Ads in Europe
Gizmodo / 7h
Apple and Google may soon have a new app store competitor to deal with. Meta, the maker of Facebook and Instagram, is reportedly working on a way for users in the European Union to directly download apps through a new type of Facebook ad. If successful, the move could potentially shake up the current duopoly of app… Read more...


Google Booed by Employees at Planned Drag Show Event
35Gizmodo / 7h
Google employees booed the company at its second annual drag show following the company’s decision to reverse its support for the event. Google withdrew its support of the planned drag show after some employees signed a petition saying the event was offensive to their Christian religion. Read more...


Senators demand answers from Meta over how it handles CSAM on Instagram
25Engadget / 7h
A group of bipartisan senators are said to have asked Meta to explain Instagram's alleged failure to prevent child sexual abuse material (CSAM) from being shared among networks of pedophiles on the platform. Lawmakers from the Senate Judiciary Committee also want to know how Instagram's algorithms brought users who want to share such content together in the first place, according to The Wall Stre


The top Kimpton Hotels across the world, according to IHG Diamond members
The Points Guy / 7h
Founded in 1981, the Kimpton brand quickly became one of the largest boutique hotel chains in the United States. Inspired by the artistic flair of small European hotels, founder Bill Kimpton was an early adopter of a locally focused hotel experience, creating a brand known for its eclectic style tied to the culture and vibe of the surrounding neighborhood. Today, there are Kimpton properties in 5


13 Anti-Patriotic Movies If You Aren’t Feeling the Fourth of July
Lifehacker / 7h
It’s America’s birthday. But if you’ve watched the news, there doesn’t seem to be much to celebrate. That is unless you think inflation , greed, and prejudice are good things. Read more...


8 great ways to organize your Gmail inbox to improve productivity
Mashable / 7h
For most of us, email is a necessary evil of modern working life. Unfortunately, it can so easily suck time, leaving you stressed and under pressure to get all your other tasks done. We are here to help. We don't want your email inbox to get you down so we've broken down eight great ways to organize your Gmail set-up to improve your productivity. SEE ALSO: Gmail's new AI feature will soon write e


Gamers, assemble: The Valve Steam Deck is on sale for up to 20% off
Mashable / 7h
SAVE UP TO $129.80: As of June 30, Valve's handheld PC gaming console Steam Deck is on sale for $359.10 (64GB), $449.65 (256GB), or $519.20 (512GB) at Steam. That's a savings of up to 20%. Opens in a new tab Credit: Valve Steam Deck (opens in a new tab) Save up to 20% off at Valve (opens in a new tab) Maybe you've been eyeing Valve's Steam Deck, a handheld PC gaming console, for a while now, hopi


This Nonprofit Wants to Catapult Material From Incoming Asteroids to Protect Earth
Gizmodo / 7h
In February 2013, an asteroid about the size of a house punched its way through Earth’s atmosphere and broke apart over the city of Chelyabinsk, Russia. The blast was so strong, it left a bright streak in the skies and triggered a powerful shockwave, shattering glass and resulting in the injury of over a 1,000 people. Read more...


Your IP Has Been Temporarily Blocked: 7 Ways to Fix It
How-To Geek / 7h
Can’t access a site because the site keeps saying your IP address has been blocked? Despite the block, you can do a few things to possibly visit the site. Here are your options when it comes to accessing a site that has temporarily blocked you. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Voice.ai raises $6M as its real-time voice changer approaches 500K users
TechCrunch / 7h
Services like Midjourney and ChatGPT have pushed the boundaries of how AI can create images and text out of basic text prompts. Now, audio appears to be the inevitable next frontier. Music generation based on word prompts, AI tutors for language learning and voice simulators have all seen developments in recent months. Voice.ai hopes to be a part of that conversation (heh) with technology that le


Powerful new Chromebook tablets are coming, and they could finally bridge the gap between laptops and tablets
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
I’ve always had a soft spot for ChromeOS tablets - plucky little devices that want to be the best of both worlds, offering a laptop-style experience with ChromeOS but also the lightweight portability of a traditional tablet. Thankfully, it looks like Google has big plans for the future of this frequently-ignored offshoot of the Chrome hardware amalgam - and it could bring us not just some of the


Tech Companies Sue Arkansas Over Parental Consent Law for Social Media Access
25Gizmodo / 7h
After Arkansas governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a law that requires teens and kids to get parental consent before signing up for social media , that law is now in the crosshairs of a tech trade group called NetChoice, which filed a lawsuit against it. Read more...


Windows 11’s Restore Feature Will Soon Work With More Apps
How-To Geek / 7h
Backups are important to get right, which is why Microsoft is constantly looking to improve them on Windows 11. Whether you’re moving PCs or recovering from disaster, a comprehensive backup can save you time and effort. The OS is now greatly improving the way it backs up and restores apps. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Introducing the Tesla Reacher, a Ridiculous UK Exclusive
How-To Geek / 7h
Customers buying an all-new Tesla Model S or Model X in the UK are finding an interesting yet ridiculous gift inside their vehicles. Tesla’s new accessory, “The Reacher,” helps those with a new left-handed car reach parking tickets and other things out the “passenger” window. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Apple is now the first publicly traded company to close above a $3 trillion market value
87TechCrunch / 7h
Apple is the first publicly traded company to close a trading day with a $3 trillion market value. The company’s shares climbed about 2.31% on Friday to a new high. The tech giant first reached a $3 trillion market cap back in January 2022 , but failed to close at that level. Apple’s stock has skyrocketed nearly 46% this year. The company’s stock market success this year is a stark contrast from


What You Should Know Before You Buy a Tiny Home Kit
Lifehacker / 8h
Tiny homes are a popular choice for scaled back living, an ADU, or a vacation property. They’re cheaper to buy than traditional structures and because they’re so small, they can also be more efficient than a larger building for utilities. However, while tiny homes are smaller than regular houses, there are still some… Read more...


A growing reason to 'mute' someone on Instagram? Envy.
Mashable / 8h
Muting on Instagram serves many purposes. It's been most openly known as a step below blocking: a basic way to hide posts or stories from someone who perhaps updates their account too often or whose digital life you don't need to see. But a growing reason for muting isn't so simple. At an Instagram event this week, a panel of creators spoke to journalists about the various ways in which they use


Want cheap economy award flights to Europe this summer? Focus on these programs
The Points Guy / 8h
Summer is peak time for flights across the Atlantic, and prices reflect how many travelers want to visit Europe right now. Round-trip economy flights for less than $500 are common in the slower winter months. But if you want to walk the cobbled streets of Rome or take in the sunset on a Greek island this summer, you can expect to pay significantly more than this. While redeeming points and miles


Canada Is Hotboxing the United States Again
20Futurism / 8h
Back Again Earlier in June, US cities across the east coast were visited by unwelcome smoke from wildfires in Canada. A pervasive orange-gray haze loured over places like New York City for days, spiking air pollution to dangerous levels. That haze eventually cleared up, but the threat isn't over. Canadian wildfires haven't relented, leaving the US at the mercy of shifting weather patterns that ar



The Spiders of Across the Spider-Verse Come to Life in a New Artbook
Gizmodo / 8h
One thing that has enchanted the internet almost as much as Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse itself has is getting glimpses from artists into the work that made the movie such a visual treat. Now, some of that work is about to be collected into a sumptuous new artbook, and io9 has your first look inside. Read more...


Windows 11 Is Getting a New Sound Mixer in the Taskbar
How-To Geek / 8h
Granular volume mixing is nothing new to Windows. While most of the time, a quick swipe of the volume slider does the trick, there are certain scenarios where you might want to tune down specific apps. Luckily, with the next update to Windows 11, that will become even easier. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Windows 11 Will Help You Use Snap Layouts
How-To Geek / 8h
One of the biggest additions of Windows 11 was the inclusion of snap layouts, with the OS letting you resize windows in specific grid layouts with the click of a button. Now, Windows 11 will recommend specific layouts depending on which apps you’re using. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Windows 11’s Settings App Is Changing Again
How-To Geek / 8h
The settings app on Windows has gone through several changes over the years, and still hasn’t fully replaced the legacy Control Panel. Now, Windows 11 is yet again redesigning its settings app — at least the homepage, that is. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Windows 11 Can Now Open 7-Zip, RAR, and TAR Files
20How-To Geek / 8h
We’re used to installing third-party apps in order to handle certain types of files since our operating system lacks support for them. While Windows already has support for certain files, like ZIP files, the latest Insider build of Windows 11 is adding support for other ones, including RAR. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Supreme Court Says Yes, Biz Owners Can Discriminate Against Gay People
100+Gizmodo / 8h
Time for another round of the Supreme Court’s newest game show: Who Should Be Discriminated Against Next? On Friday, the court decided 6 to 3 in the case of 303 Creative v. Aubrey Elenis, agreeing that the First Amendment protects website designers who choose to discriminate based on their clients’ sexual orientation. Read more...


Canadian Wildfire Smoke Has Wrecked NYC’s Air Quality...Again
Gizmodo / 8h
The Northeast has been hit by another round of wildfire smoke from our neighbor to the North. Read more...


Meet Discover, Qualcomm, Wonder Women Tech and more at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
TechCrunch / 8h
We’re slightly less than three months away from kicking off TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 on September 19–21 in San Francisco. It’s shaping up to be our biggest and best show ever. No hyperbole. Facts are facts, Jack. We could not bring you this world-class event without our world-class partners — some of the startup ecosystem’s leading tech companies. Why? They show up armed with their expertise, educ


30 Best Fourth of July Sales: Couches, Bidets, and TVs
31Wired / 8h
Celebrate in style with some retro refrigerators, folding smartphones, and sleek sex toys.


Eight of the Best Kid-Friendly Fireworks Alternatives (and Two Terrible Ideas)
Lifehacker / 8h
Blowing things up for fun is encoded deeply in our nation’s DNA, but it’s generally not a safe activity for children. That doesn’t mean you can’t create an impressive spectacle this Independence Day though. I tried to capture some essence of the fireworks experience with each of these kid-safer suggestions. I also… Read more...


How to get the most of your iPad's Lock Screen in iPadOS 17
Mashable / 8h
The iPad , for all its glorious, hi-res screen estate, can sometimes feel quite barren. Its Lock Screen, for example, never really offered a lot in terms of customization or personalization; even the wallpaper choices were mediocre at best. With iPadOS 17 , however, this changes in several important ways. First, you can now add widgets to the Lock Screen; besides giving you a bunch of information


Another small cruise line is bankrupt in wake of pandemic struggles
The Points Guy / 8h
Make that 12 cruise brands that have shut down since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Boston-based Vantage Deluxe World Travel, a small cruise company that mostly catered to seniors, filed for bankruptcy on Thursday after laying off nearly all its 70 shoreside employees and stopping all its sailings. As of Thursday, the company retained just five employees, according to the bankruptcy filing.


WD Blue SN580 NVMe SSD Is Fast and Affordable, Starts at $28
How-To Geek / 8h
There are lots of storage brands out there, but Western Digital is one of the best when it comes to hard drives and solid state drives (but not NAS systems). If you want something reliable, inexpensive, and fast, this new WD Blue SSD might be the right choice. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Torrent of image-based phishing emails are harder to detect and more convincing
28Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / Man hand holding a mobile phone with QR code. (credit: Getty Images) Phishing mongers have released a torrent of image-based junk emails that embed QR codes into their bodies to successfully bypass security protections and provide a level of customization to more easily fool recipients, researchers said. In many cases, the emails come from a compromised email address inside the organiza


Brilliantly Modded Game Boy Camera Is No Bigger Than a Cartridge
37Gizmodo / 8h
Twenty-five years after the Game Boy Camera first debuted back in 1998, fans are not only still enjoying lo-fi, black and white, pixelated photography, they’re also re-engineering the camera to make it better, even going so far as to shrink it down to the size of a regular Game Boy cartridge. Read more...


Microsoft Azure might not be quite as profitable as we all thought
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Unredacted court documents first reported on by The Information reveal that Microsoft’s Azure business generated $34 billion in revenue in the 12 months leading up to June 2022 - less than half (47%) of the $72 billion generated by its key rival AWS over the same period. Microsoft has long been secretive about the true scale of its cloud business, instead leaving investors and analysts to merely


Free nights and easy status: Why I have 3 Marriott Bonvoy credit cards and pay over $1,200 in annual fees
22The Points Guy / 9h
Many friends and family members often ask me if airline and hotel cobranded cards are worth it. The short answer is that they often are — especially if you’re a semi-frequent customer of a given travel provider. But in some cases, you may actually want to have multiple cards associated with a single loyalty program. That’s exactly the situation I’m in with Marriott Bonvoy . In fact, I currently h


7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix, Max, Prime Video and more this weekend (June 30)
46TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
This year’s latest headline-grabbing blockbuster, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny , is now playing in theaters and IMAX worldwide, but if you aren’t heading out to watch Harrison Ford don his famous fedora for one last hurrah, the likes of Netflix , Max and Prime Video have plenty to keep you entertained from the comfort of your own home. Leading the charge this weekend is The Witcher seaso


Employee Arrested For Taking 143 Videos Of Men In Minneapolis Airport Restrooms
View from the Wing / 9h
A Minneapolis – St. Paul airport employee has been caught recording passengers in men’s bathroom stalls, and charged with “11 gross-misdemeanor counts of interference with privacy.” He’s apparently been doing it since back in February. Another employee noticed the concessions staffer trying to take pictures of him from underneath the stall in the gate E2 bathroom – and went to police. The suspect


The Best Lap Desks of 2023
How-To Geek / 9h
If you plan on spending time with a laptop on your actual lap, the right lap desk can make the difference between a comfortable session or feeling like a pretzel when you get up. The best ones will also hold your other electronic or serve other purposes. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›



YouTube Tests a New System to Ban Ad Blockers
How-To Geek / 9h
Earlier this year, we reported on an experiment by Google preventing users with an ad blocker from watching videos on YouTube. Those complaints eventually disappeared, but now it looks like YouTube is testing a new three-strike policy for violators. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


A Lifetime Membership to Dollar Flight Club Is 90% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 9h
You can save up to $2,000 on flights with a lifetime subscription to Dollar Flight Club Premium Plus+, and the membership is currently on sale for just $59.97 until 11:59 PT on July 14, 2023. The deal is for new members only, though. Read more...


James Mangold Has a Plan for Swamp Thing
23Gizmodo / 9h
Now that Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is almost here, director James Manfold is ready to head to the swamp. Speaking of, Phoebe Waller-Bridge hopes you haven;t seen the last of Helena Shaw. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds explains the niceties of storming a castle. All thus and mch mre, because the spoilers are… Read more...


Well done, Pismo and Visa! You gave SoftBank a win
TechCrunch / 9h
Hello, and welcome back to Equity , a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. All the cool kids are filling out the Equity listener survey . We want to hear from you! Mary Ann and Alex are back for another busy news week chock full of deals to chew through. Here’s the rundown: Deals of the Week: We think that the idea behind the recentl


Pitch Deck Teardown: Super.com’s $60M Series C deck
TechCrunch / 9h
It’s rare to find a pitch deck that forces me to dig deep to unearth something to criticize. The last time was with Orange’s seed deck , and in this week’s installment, I had to dive deep into the deck that Super.com used for its $60 million equity, plus $25 million venture debt round . We’re looking for more unique pitch decks to tear down, so if you want to submit your own, here’s how you can d


Magic Eden CEO talks multichain expansion and what’s next for the NFT platform
TechCrunch / 9h
Welcome back to Chain Reaction , a podcast that unpacks and dives deep into the latest trends, drama and news in crypto with some of the biggest names in the industry to break things down block by block for the crypto curious. For this week’s episode , Jacquelyn interviewed Jack Lu , co-founder and CEO of NFT marketplace Magic Eden. This is his second time on Chain Reaction, but the market has ev


What it’s like staying at Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas
26The Points Guy / 9h
Las Vegas might have once lured travelers with its gambling halls and affordable $9.99 steak and lobster dinners. However, the Las Vegas Strip of today is a thoroughfare dominated by sprawling luxury resorts — and accompanying hotel bills that almost require a jackpot at a slot machine to offset the financial blow. MGM Resorts’ Aria Resort & Casino stands out among this wave of newer Las Vegas re


YouTube Threatens to Cut Off Ad Blocker Users After Just Three Ad-less Vids
61Gizmodo / 9h
Google is trying out a new show of force to keep users from watching YouTube videos without ads. Some users are reporting that the company will allow access to just three videos before prompting to either disable ad blockers or otherwise pay Google for the privilege of ad-less viewing. Read more...


Facebook might start bypassing Apple and Google's app stores in the EU
Mashable / 9h
Facebook is thinking about letting users in the European Union download apps directly through ads on the platform, instead of redirecting them to Google or Apple's app stores. This possibility has opened thanks to EU's Digital Market Act , which should go into effect in spring 2024. Under the new ruleset, Apple and Google will be deemed "gatekeepers," requiring them to allow users to download app


What is One Change Mark Zurkerberg Should Make to His Social Platforms? | Gizmodo Interview
Gizmodo / 9h
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Tidal plans to rollout another hi-res lossless audio format for HiFi Plus subscribers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
If you're serious about sound quality, we've been saying for some time that Tidal is a better Spotify alternative for audiophiles . And now it's widened that gap even further. While Spotify has been promising to launch a high-res, CD-quality service for years now – although we're of the opinion that Spotify HiFi is never coming – Tidal has just announced a big upgrade to its high-resolution audio


Kia EV6 GT Review: The Most Fun You'll Have in an EV
How-To Geek / 9h
Kia’s EV6 has won its fair share of awards, including being named Best Utility Vehicle in the North American Car of the Year awards. While the vehicle’s most basic trim offers a lot, an extra $20,000 or so will get you the EV6 GT—which Kia claims is the most powerful vehicle it has ever built. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Reddit Won’t Be the Same. Neither Will the Internet
66Wired / 9h
Subreddits and third-party apps are going dark in response to Reddit’s proposed API changes. It’s the latest front in a labor battle between algorithms and the humans who feed them.


M&A is back and the enterprise is hot
31TechCrunch / 9h
It’s been a quiet year when it comes to tech M&A. In fact, up until this week, there had only been a handful of enterprise deals of substance. It’s unclear whether it was a lack of cash, high interest rates or buyer caution in an uncertain market, but suddenly this week, it’s as though the M&A floodgates finally opened and we started to see some movement. The question is whether this is a momenta


Air France-KLM Flying Blue: SkyTeam’s Most Valuable Program
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
Air France-KLM Flying Blue is in my opinion the most useful SkyTeam frequent flyer program for redeeming miles, and for that matter, one of the most valuable frequent flyer programs for transatlantic business class awards. While I talk about the program a lot in passing, in this post I wanted to take a big picture look at where I see value with Flying Blue, and why it’s a program that I redeem a


TSMC confirms data breach after LockBit cyberattack on third-party supplier
24TechCrunch / 9h
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, has confirmed it’s experienced a data breach after being listed as a victim by the LockBit ransomware gang. The Russia-linked LockBit ransomware gang listed TSMC on its dark web leak site on Thursday. The gang is threatening to publish data stolen from the company, which commands 60% of the global foundry m


WhatsApp introduces new QR code-based local data transfer method
TechCrunch / 9h
WhatsApp today announced a new and quicker way to transfer chat from your old phone to a new phone through a QR code-based method. The company said that users migrating to another phone with the same operating system will be able to transfer WhatsApp data using a local Wi-Fi connection. Image Credits: WhatsApp To transfer your chat history, make sure both devices are turned on and connected to th


What happens if my cruise line goes bankrupt or shuts down?
22The Points Guy / 9h
When Susan Group and her husband booked their summer vacation last year, they never considered that the cruise line could go bankrupt. But that’s exactly what happened. The couple had been looking forward to sailing from Lisbon to London aboard Crystal Cruises’ Crystal Symphony in a deluxe veranda cabin. Those plans ended abruptly when the cruise line canceled their trip and suddenly shut down. T


Businesses are being told to cut hardware spending, but many aren't backing down
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
New research from Microsoft has found the huge majority (81%) of ITDMs are planning to increase their commercial hardware budget in the coming year despite an almost equal number of them being subjected to more pressure to cut spend. The figures, on behalf of the company's Surface business, come from 150 IT decision-makers from various sectors across the UK, many of whom are planning to invest in


Windows 11 gets a cool new look for a feature everyone uses – but nobody loves
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Windows 11 has got a new preview build which comes with a whole lot of work on the interface, and other tweaks besides. The most significant introduction with preview build 23493 (in the Dev channel), mind you, is the rollout of Windows Copilot – which we cover in-depth here – but there’s also a new home page for Settings, and a revamped volume mixer. The home page for the Settings app provides a



Windows 11 gets Copilot AI – but Microsoft might be ruining it already
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Windows 11 has witnessed the arrival of Microsoft’s Copilot in testing, representing the first taste the public is getting of the AI assistant. Microsoft promised Copilot would be out in June when the assistant was announced in May (at Build), and true to its word, the AI is present in the freshly revealed preview build 23493 in the Dev channel. There are catches here, though, as you might imagin


TikTok-owner ByteDance debuts Ripple music creation app
100+Engadget / 9h
ByteDance , TikTok's Chinese parent company, has debuted a new app designed to make it easier for creators to compose and edit music they could use for their content. The app called Ripple is only available in the US for now, and the company is testing it in a closed beta environment. ByteDance says it can assist creators in the way portable smart digital audio workstations (DAWs) can and is perh


I Can't Stop Air Frying Frozen Corn
Lifehacker / 10h
I love a good air fried party snack, like these sweet and salty devils , but I mostly use my air fryer to turbo roast vegetables. The little tabletop convection oven gets incredible results in a short amount of time without heating up my kitchen; it’s rare that I have to air fry carrots or broccoli for more than 15… Read more...


You Can Get a Lifetime Subscription to Curiosity Stream for Over 50% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 10h
Want to learn something while you binge? If you’re someone who likes to keep your brain busy even while relaxing, a lifetime subscription to a Curiosity Stream standard plan is a record-low $179.97 right now—over $200 off the usual price. The price runs through July 14. Read more...


TikTok parent ByteDance launches music creation and audio editing app in closed beta in the US
TechCrunch / 10h
TikTok’s parent company ByteDance announced today that it’s launching a new, free-to-use music production app in closed beta in the United States. The app, called Ripple, is currently available on an invite-only basis to a small group of testers. Ripple is designed to help musicians and creators create and edit audio in a way that’s similar to portable smart digital audio workstations (DAWs), Byt


What Does “5G+” Mean On iPhone and Android Phones?
How-To Geek / 10h
5G is the latest mobile network—at least until 6G comes around—but it doesn’t come in just one flavor. You may have noticed a “5G+” icon in your iPhone or Android phone’s status bar. What’s up with that? Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Should You Sleep with a Neck Pillow?
How-To Geek / 10h
Ah, the quest for a good night’s sleep—a pursuit that often leads us to browse endless pillow options with no idea what to choose. Among contenders is the neck pillow, rumored to be a game-changer for those seeking refreshing rest…but does it help? Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


What Is Trigger Point Therapy?
How-To Geek / 10h
Trigger point therapy can be applied by a massage therapist and a bodywork specialist, as well as on your own by using a lacrosse ball, or MELT Method Balls, as recommended by Pena. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Should You Use an OLED TV as a Computer Monitor?
How-To Geek / 10h
Even the most casual PC gamer is always looking for ways to improve their setup. But one method, which has gained a lot of popularity, is a bit questionable—some people are pairing their PCs with OLED TVs. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Beats Studio Pro tipped to have the Apple AirPods Max's personalized spatial audio upgrade
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
We're expecting that Apple's rumored Beats Studio Pro could launch any day now, and if you're considering buying the AirPods Max we've just heard another reason why you should wait. According to the full leaked spec sheet as seen by 9to5Mac , the new Beats Studio Pro will have the same personalized head-tracking spatial audio as Apple's best over-ear headphones . As we reported a few days ago, th


Four Ways Criminals Could Use AI to Target More Victims
Gizmodo / 10h
Warnings about artificial intelligence (AI) are ubiquitous right now. They have included fearful messages about AI’s potential to cause the extinction of humans, invoking images of the Terminator movies. The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has even set up a summit to discuss AI safety . Read more...


What’s faster? Watch us race from Tokyo to Kyoto by bullet train and plane
46The Points Guy / 10h
The iconic TPG race videos are going global, this time putting the most famous Japanese high-speed mode of transport to the test. TPG’s Madison Blancaflor and Nicky Kelvin race from Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo all the way to the Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine in Kyoto, Japan. Nicky takes Japan Airlines’ Boeing 767 shuttle service (in first class, no less) from Haneda Airport (HND) to Osaka Internation


The Download: gene-edited microbiomes, and Google’s Canadian standoff
MIT Technology Review / 10h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. How gene-edited microbiomes could improve our health Microbes are everywhere, and the ones in our bodies appear to be incredibly important for our health. They’ve developed intricate relationships with other living systems, feeding on chemicals in their enviro


Engadget Podcast: The rise of foldable competitors for Samsung
24Engadget / 10h
This episode, Cherlynn is joined by senior writer Sam Rutherford and senior commerce editor at Wired Julian Chokkattu to talk about our reviews of the Pixel Fold . Will the recent spate of foldables by companies like Motorola and Google give Samsung some real competition and motivation to step up its game? We can only wait to find out. Samsung is holding its next Galaxy Unpacked in late July, and


Best Ways To Redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards Points
One Mile at a Time / 10h
If you want to maximize your credit card rewards, I always recommend earning transferable points currencies for your spending whenever possible. In this post I wanted to take a detailed look at how to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points, as this is one of the most popular points currencies out there. Chase Ultimate Rewards points are easy to earn There are several credit cards that earn Chase Ul


Never Expires! Marriott Redeems 40 Year Old Free Night Voucher [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 10h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...


Just Dance 2024 release date, platforms, gameplay, songs, and everything we know so far
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The Just Dance 2024 release date will be here before you know it, bringing us the next installment to the Just Dance franchise. It'll offer the latest and biggest tunes and trends with brand-new animations and environments to dance through. There’s a lot to look forward to if you’re an avid follower of the series. However, despite how much we already know about how Just Dance games tend to play o


Into the rivers and through the woods: Specialized’s e-mountain bike
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Behold, the Turbo Levo. (credit: John Timmer) I consider myself a bit of a bicycle fanatic. I've ridden tens of thousands of miles, stripped bikes down to their frames and rebuilt them, and completed a 130-mile ride from New York City to the tip of Long Island. But I have intentionally cut myself off from one of the most exciting, rapidly developing parts of the cycling world. I've neve


These Are the Best Early Prime Day Deals on Air Fryers
Lifehacker / 11h
Prime Day doesn’t officially start until July 11, but there are few early deals you might want to check out, especially if you’re in the market for an air fryer. There are deals for both basket and toaster oven models, so snag whichever strikes your air-frying fancy. Read more...


Inmates Need Internet to Prepare for Life After Prison
21Wired / 11h
Giving inmates access to the technology they'll rely on when they reenter society is a key to reducing recidivism.



Asus Zenbook 14 OLED Review: An Impressive Budget Laptop
44Wired / 11h
This OLED screen gets unbelievably bright, and battery life is still outstanding.


Acer Swift 14 Review (2023): A Well-Rounded, Powerful Laptop
Wired / 11h
Speedy and svelte, the company’s answer to the MacBook Pro has everything but long battery life.


Apple’s Vision Pro Head Strap Problem
30Gizmodo / 11h
When I got a chance to try out Apple’s Vision Pro headset several weeks ago, there was one big difference between what I wore and the display models shown off by Apple. Read more...


The problem with the 'Love Is Love' slogan
Mashable / 11h
Happy Pride ! It's the month where every brand wants to sell you rainbow-coloured merch, even if they aren't donating any portion of the profits to charities who support queer or trans people (and are actually owned by people who give money to organisations who actively campaign to reduce LGBTQ+ rights ). It's the month when we're reminded over and over that love is love . In terms of LGBTQ+ righ


Annapurna Interactive is making a new Blade Runner game set between the two movies
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
A new Blade Runner game has been announced by Annapurna Interactive. Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth will also be the studio's first ever game to be developed by its own internal studio. Despite being one of the most critically acclaimed sci-fi franchises and settings, Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth will be the first new game set in that world since 1997's point-and-click adventure from Westwood Studi


Twitter's lawsuit over censorship in India has been dismissed
27Engadget / 11h
Last year, Twitter sued India over orders to block content within the country, saying the government had applied its 2021 IT laws "arbitrarily and disproportionately." Now, India's Karnataka High Court has dismissed the plea, with a judge saying Twitter had failed to explain why it delayed complying with the new laws in the first place, TechCrunch has reported. The court also imposed a 5 million


The Morning After: ASUS attempts the flagship compact smartphone, again
1KEngadget / 11h
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again here: There aren't many options left when it comes to true compact smartphones. (RIP, iPhone mini). But ASUS is willing to offer something. The new Zenfone 10 looks like a carbon copy of its predecessor, and even its 50-megapixel main camera has remained unchanged. Still, the company claims that it’s now powered by a new version of 6-axis gimbal stabiliz


Over a million NHS users have data leaked following ransomware attack
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
A ransomware attack on the University of Manchester has exposed the details of 1.1 million NHS patients from across 200 hospitals. According to The Independent , information about major trauma patients was collected by the university for research purposes, and includes details of patients from across the UK. It is believed that NHS patient numbers have been leaked, as well as parts of their postc


Motorola's iPhone 14-beating comms tech turns any phone into a satellite phone, and you can buy it now
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Since the launch of the iPhone 14 , you’ve likely seen a few stories about how its Emergency SOS via Satellite feature has helped to save people’s lives – and now you can access a similar tool using the phone already you have. Motorola is finally launching its Defy Smartphone Satellite Link in the US and UK. It's a BlueTooth accessory that can turn any iPhone or Android phone into a satellite pho


Call of Duty introduces 'hallucinations' to mess with cheaters
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The Ricochet anti-cheat system that's present in recent Call of Duty titles just got a clever, and pretty hilarious, update. Ricochet, employed in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 , will not trick cheating players in its latest update. It achieves this by spawning 'hallucinations' which, according to the official Call of Duty blog , will disorient flagged cheaters with fake players. T


UK readies in-depth investigation into Adobe’s $20B Figma acquisition
28TechCrunch / 11h
The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally concluded that Adobe’s proposed $20 billion bid for digital design rival Figma could result in a “substantial lessening of competition” in the U.K for designers. As a result of its initial findings, the CMA is progressing the case to an in-depth “phase 2” investigation, albeit the parties concerned have five days to submit propo


What it was like onboard JetBlue’s splashy inaugural from New York to Paris
400+The Points Guy / 11h
Editors’ note: JetBlue provided TPG with a free one-way business-class ticket for the inaugural Paris route. All opinions expressed here are the author’s alone and were not subject to review by JetBlue. On Friday morning, JetBlue Airways earned itself a new nickname: JetBleu. That’s because the New York-based carrier landed in Paris for the very first time, officially making France its first dest


Meta wants to create a Facebook app store to compete with Apple's App Store and Google Play
58TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Meta is preparing to let users in the EU download apps directly through Facebook ads, setting the company up as a direct competitor with Google and Apple’s digital storefronts. The new program will start a pilot run with Android app developers later in the year, according to The Verge’s Alex Heath . The move is possibly motivated by a new regulation in the EU, dubbed the Digital Markets Act , whi


Microsoft Office won't open since updating Windows? This company has fixed it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Since a cumulative update to Windows was released earlier this month, some antivirus software may be preventing users from opening Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook. This is the case for Trellix, whose Endpoint Security Agent's Exploit Guard module blocked Office and some other third-party apps from running. Microsoft says that other security software may also prevent Office from r


Annoying Gmail change rolled back following user outcry
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Google has reversed a seemingly minor but much-opposed update to Gmail following widespread protests. The email provider had revealed it would be changing how it displays notifications, dropping the red icon that appears in notifications on Android devices. But now, just a week after the announcement, the company has stepped back and reversed the change with a new update. Gmail notifications Gmai


IHG Premier Card Bonus: 140K Points + $100 Statement Credit
26One Mile at a Time / 12h
Link: Apply for the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card with a huge bonus The $99 annual fee IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card is a popular Chase credit card that I think is worth having. We’ve just seen a great new limited time welcome offer rolled out on this card. IHG Premier Card limited time bonus details For applications through September 27, 2023, the IHG Premier Card is offering an exce


Porto Digital Is the Quixotic Tech Hub That Actually Worked
Wired / 12h
Created in 2000 to halt urban decay in the Brazilian city of Recife, the initiative has brought thousands of tech jobs to the region.


Apple, Google, and MOVEit Just Patched Serious Security Flaws
Exploitation for Client Execution (Enterprise T1203)•
36Wired / 12h
Plus: Microsoft fixes 78 vulnerabilities, VMWare plugs a flaw already used in attacks, and more critical updates from June.


It’s Time to End the Tyranny of Ultra-Processed Food
100+Wired / 12h
Industrially processed pizzas, cereals, and convenience foods are responsible for a host of diseases. Policymakers and doctors need to lead the food fight.



Stop Buying No-Name Budget Android TV Boxes
How-To Geek / 12h
Many Android devices can be used with a TV, but they aren’t all “Android TV” devices. That’s a very important distinction to make when shopping around. You don’t want to end up with a spyware-ridden knock-off—so here’s what you need to know. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Dutch to restrict chip equipment exports amid US pressure
47BBC News - Technology / 12h
The Dutch government said the decision was taken on "national security grounds".


The hunt for Diablo 4’s secret cow level continues despite setbacks from new patch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Diablo 4 's latest patch has put players back to square one in their search for a secret cow level. Though both Diablo 2 and Diablo 3 contained parody levels full of bovines, players have yet to discover whether or not such a level exists in Diablo 4 . Clashing with the game's unremittingly bleak art style , a cow level would be a real treat for longtime fans, and a wry reference from Blizzard. D


Companies who force workers back to the office are losing a lot of key employees
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Workplace consultant Unispace has revealed the extent of the damage that return-to-office mandates have has across the globe, with 42% of the employers that formed part of its study saying that they had a higher level of employee walkout than they had anticipated. A further 29% say that they are now struggling to recruit altogether thanks to their lack of hybrid work support. The figures come fro


Businesses are set to spend billions on securing their 5G networks
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Despite the widespread opinion that private 5G networks are secure by default, most enterprises are sceptical, and would rather invest a portion of their IT budget on securing the new, promising technology. New research from Trend Micro has revealed businesses are ready to set aside quite a hefty part of their budget on this endeavor. After interviewing 150 enterprises with 5,000+ employees, the


Lenovo X1 Carbon (Gen 11) Laptop Review: Business Computing With a Familiar Look
How-To Geek / 12h
These days, it seems a lot of performance-oriented laptops are targeted at creatives or gamers. Not so with the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (Gen 11), which targets everyday business professionals with no-compromise performance and excellent battery life. Read This Article on How-To Ge