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Major iPhone 15 leak teases more details about Apple's next flagship phones


300+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
It's almost the big iPhone 15 day, and with Tuesday's launch event now rapidly approaching, we've got a whole host of extra rumors for the four Apple phones that are expected to be unveiled on September 12. This comes from the usually reliable Mark Gurman at Bloomberg , who has done a full preview of the upcoming launch event: most of these leaks we've heard before in some form, but there's some


WGA Says Studios Are Ready to Negotiate a Real Agreement
100+Gizmodo / 3h
Throughout the Hollywood strikes happening this summer, the WGA has been frank in giving updates on its attempted negotiations with studios and the AMPTP. Said talks haven’t really gone well on account of the AMPTP reportedly not operating in good faith or only wanting to meet some (but not all) of the WGA’s demands.… Read more...


What’s In My Wallet – My Credit Card Strategy (2023)
View from the Wing / 11min
I've cleaned out my wallet and I'm not carrying nearly as many credit cards on a daily basis any longer. Still, my wallet is a great window in the spending choices I make every day. What gets a wallet slot, and what cards I have but keep in a drawer, go a long way towards illustrating how I put my mileage and spending strategies into practice. Sharing this also adds a bit to my transparency as I



Disney Teases Encanto & Ahsoka Plans for Theme Parks
Gizmodo / 5min
It’s that time of year where Disney uses its Destination23 showcase to unveil the array of changes that’ll be coming to its theme parks within the next couple of years, and several of those will highlight some of the company’s current (and biggest ) releases. According to Disney Parks chairman Josh D’Amaro, these… Read more...


How To Upgrade American Flights With AAdvantage Miles
One Mile at a Time / 9min
I think just about anyone would rather fly in first or business class than in economy. Fortunately there are many ways you can upgrade. No, dressing up won’t score you an upgrade , but there are several other legitimate strategies for scoring a seat in the pointy end of the plane. In this post I wanted to take a closer look at how to upgrade American Airlines flights with AAdvantage miles. This i


Avelo makes Las Vegas its newest base
The Points Guy / 13min
Avelo officially has a new base, and this time, it’s in a key hub known for its gambling and bright neon lights. The ultra-low-cost startup officially added Las Vegas as its sixth base Thursday, with the launch of flights from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Oregon’s Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM). Avelo plans to fly five new routes from its newest base. The other four routes will be t


Artwork by Lim Heng Swee
Music, Arts & Literature / 15min
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'His Three Daughters' review: Grief is a real bitch
Mashable / 27min
Out the gate, the cast alone for His Three Daughters demands notice: Carrie Coon, who deserved — but did not receive — an Oscar nomination for her performance as the combative twin sister of Gone Girl ; Elizabeth Olsen, who has been awing critics since long before WandaVision with her turns in indie dramas like the cult-focused Martha Marcy May Marlene ; and Natasha Lyonne, '90s cool girl icon tu


Delta Air Lines Is Abandoning Maui In Its Time Of Need
View from the Wing / 39min
Devastated by fires, the island's economy is 80% dependent on tourism. They've been asking tourists to come back but too many people are shaming people not to do so, calling tourists 'exploitive' when the locals are now facing unemployment as a result. Continue reading ...


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Music, Arts & Literature / 45min



Rainbow or storm?
TechCrunch / 1h
Some fintech companies are weathering the storm better than others and seeing an end in sight.


The Best Ways to Reuse Wine Corks Instead of Throwing Them Away
Lifehacker / 1h
When we think of cork, the cylindrical stoppers in wine bottles probably come to mind first. But the sustainable material can also be used in other ways throughout a home, including as flooring, wall paneling, and in light fixtures—not to mention for a range of home repairs. With this is mind, why throw away your… Read more...


photos-de-france:Edouard Boubat - Ile-de-France, 1973.
Music, Arts & Literature / 1h
photos-de-france : Edouard Boubat - Ile-de-France, 1973.


Virgin Voyages Sailing Club loyalty program: Everything you need to know
100+The Points Guy / 1h
Does Virgin Voyages have a loyalty program? The short answer is yes, sort of. Virgin Voyages has launched a loyalty program called the Virgin Voyages Sailing Club loyalty program. But it isn’t fully in place. Unveiled in August 2022 , the Virgin Voyages Sailing Club is operating for 2023 with temporary perks while Virgin Voyages develops long-term tiers and perks that will take effect in the futu


Takeaways From a New Elon Musk Biography: Ukraine, Trump and More
NYT > Technology / 1h
The biography, by Walter Isaacson, portrays Mr. Musk as a complex, tortured figure.


Wyze security camera owners report seeing strangers' camera feeds
Mashable / 1h
Wyze security camera users stumbled upon a possible privacy breach , as customers reported seeing the feeds and camera logs of other users. An r/wyzecam Reddit post from Sept. 8 documents the reactions of users who were able to look into and view events from other peoples' homes via the company's web viewer, The Verge reported. Users alleged that the same home camera feeds were being shown to mul


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Music, Arts & Literature / 1h



Berserk is Back in Action With a New Manga Arc
Gizmodo / 1h
Since the death of manga creator Kentaro Miura in 2021, there’ve been questions about what would happen with his ongoing series Berserk. Last year, it was reported the manga would continue through the late artist’s assistant team at Studio Gaga and his close friend Kouji Mori (who is said to know the full story from… Read more...


6 Best Lubes (2023): Water-Based, Silicone, and Dispensers
30Wired / 2h
For the most sensitive parts of the human body, friction is the enemy. Here's how to keep it at bay.


When Family Members Get Held Up At The Airport, Should You Board And Travel Without Them?
View from the Wing / 2h
Maybe one family member gets stuck at security, or you have PreCheck and they don’t. Or someone in your group has to go to the bathroom and it takes a long time. You’re cutting it close to your flight. Do you board without them? Do you split up, and maybe wind up leaving them behind? Continue reading ...


Deal Dive: I think I know why this company can’t land a deal
24TechCrunch / 2h
It's not surprising Victory Park Capital can't find a buyer for its stake in Perch; this market is tough for Amazon aggregator startups.


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Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
yama-bato : Untitled , 1936



How to Use Check In on iPhone to Let People Know You've Arrived Safely
How-To Geek / 2h
Let friends and family know when you’ve arrived safely with Check In, a feature that’s designed to replace those “I’m home!” texts you might forget to send. Here’s what it does and how to use it.


‘I’m Not Trump’s Fan’ and Other Takeaways From a New Book on Elon Musk
42NYT > Technology / 2h
The biography, by Walter Isaacson, portrays Mr. Musk as a complex, tortured figure.


How to Get Live Wallpapers on Windows 11
51How-To Geek / 2h
Tired of your still desktop background? You can liven things up by setting a live wallpaper or animated desktop background. Unfortunately, there's no native way to do this in Windows 11, but there's a handy third-party app you can use.


twoseparatecoursesmeet:Suki, the Cat, 1969Doris Thomas
Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
twoseparatecoursesmeet : Suki, the Cat, 1969 Doris Thomas


A Snarling Lion. From a pastel study by Arthur Wardle.
Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
antiqueanimals : From The International Studio: An Illustrated Magazine of Fine & Applied Art. Vol. 59. No. 233-236. 1916. Internet Archive


Microsoft offers legal protection for users with AI copyright infringements
Mashable / 2h
Users of Microsoft's new AI assistant Copilot will have less to worry about when it comes to the legal ramifications of their AI-generated work, according to a new policy that offers broad copyright protections to Microsoft's AI users. "As customers ask whether they can use Microsoft’s Copilot services and the output they generate without worrying about copyright claims, we are providing a straig


Get Rid of These Dealbreakers Before Trying to Sell Your House
Lifehacker / 2h
Contrary to what we see on most home transformation TV shows, everyone’s not on the same page when it comes to home design. One person could walk into a postwar bungalow and fall in love with the original bathroom with pastel pink fixtures and tiles, while the next person who views the home sees it as a dealbreaker. Read more...


How to Turn Off Silent Mode on iPhone
27How-To Geek / 3h
To turn off silent mode and bring your iPhone back to ring mode, you can either use your phone's physical switch or use an option in the Settings app. We'll show you both ways to disable the silent mode.


“Chasseur nocturne”
Music, Arts & Literature / 3h
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How to Turn Off Sticky Keys on Windows 10
How-To Geek / 3h
Ever press the Shift key too many times in a row? What is that popup, and how can you make it go away? Here are a few ways to disable Sticky Keys.


AI-altered political ads must now be disclosed on Google and YouTube
Mashable / 3h
With election season around the corner, Google and YouTube are keeping a close eye on AI-altered political ads , a growing concern as campaigning gears up and political candidates lean into generative AI . According to a new update to Google's political content policy, any advertising materials featuring "synthetic" or artificially altered people, voices, or other events must "prominently disclos


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Music, Arts & Literature / 3h
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New Long Haul Destinations American Airlines To Add In 2025 And 2026
View from the Wing / 4h
Last week I wrote that American Airlines plans to serve more premium international destinations starting in 2025 and into 2026. That's once they've taken delivery of new Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which they ordered in 2018 and have been delayed. Senior Vice President of Network Planning told employees recently that these planes change the airline's calculus. Continue reading ...


The Best Noise Cancelling Headphones of 2023
How-To Geek / 4h
Looking to escape from the world around you and drift away on a cloud of your favorite music? You'll need a set of noise-cancelling headphones for that, and we've got some wonderful options to choose from.


MOXIE, NASA’s Oxygen-Producing Experiment on Mars, Ends Operations
Gizmodo / 4h
On April 20, 2021, the spiritedly-named MOXIE experiment on Mars extracted 5 grams of oxygen from the Martian atmosphere, demonstrating a potential future capability of an established human presence on the Red Planet—and in other atmospheres besides Earth’s, for that matter. Read more...


New Long Haul Destinations American Airlines Add In 2025 And 2026
View from the Wing / 4h
Last week I wrote that American Airlines plans to serve more premium international destinations starting in 2025 and into 2026. That's once they've taken delivery of new Boeing 787-9 aircraft, which they ordered in 2018 and have been delayed. Senior Vice President of Network Planning told employees recently that these planes change the airline's calculus. Continue reading ...


Hawaiian schedules 1st Boeing 787 flights with sleek new cabins
The Points Guy / 4h
It’s the dawn of a new era for Hawaiian Airlines. The Honolulu-based carrier will finally inaugurate its long-awaited Boeing 787 Dreamliners in the spring, the airline announced this week. The initial launch schedule will include three routes to the West Coast, as follows: Honolulu to San Francisco: Daily from April 15 to May 14 Honolulu to Los Angeles: Select flights starting May 15 Maui to Los


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Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : Source details and larger version . They’ve had many lives and many ages: cats I’ve met in my time travels .


Uber could launch a service similar to TaskRabbit
Engadget / 4h
In the future, when you need someone's help to get a task done, you might find yourself launching the Uber app on your phone. According to Bloomberg , the company is exploring the possibility of offering a new TaskRabbit-like service. Developer Steve Moser found code hidden within Uber's iPhone app for an offering that's reportedly codenamed "Chore." Based on its current iteration, Chore will let



Fintech faces its reckoning: It’s only a matter of time until the house of cards collapses
25TechCrunch / 4h
The fintech business models that wooed consumers look increasingly tenuous. It’s only a matter of time until the house of cards collapses.


Where Are Screenshots Saved on Windows 10 and Windows 11?
How-To Geek / 4h
Where do screenshots go on Windows 10 and Windows 11 ? Unfortunately, that depends on how you capture the screenshot — there is no central location where they're all stored. However, there are a few common places you can check.


Helen Flint and friend
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
catskewl : “One of the Pretty Members of "The Demi-Virgin” Cast. photo by Abbe , Shadowland , 1922


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Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
iguanamouth : a double dandy lion commission for ellie, based off of these ones from a while back - this might end up a tattoo !!! who knows !!!


Marriott Bonvoy Business Amex Card Review: Big Perks, Reasonable Fee
200+One Mile at a Time / 4h
Link: Apply now for the Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card Marriott Bonvoy has quite a portfolio of credit cards , thanks to agreements with American Express and Chase. It can be overwhelming for many to decide which card makes the most sense. While there are a few personal credit cards to choose from, there’s only one Marriott business credit card, so I wanted to take a closer look


Nintendo Reportedly Gave Private Switch 2 Demos to Developers
Wired / 5h
Plus: Google leaked its own images of the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch, and you can now learn music in Duolingo.


Mozilla: Your New Car Is a Data Privacy Nightmare
34Wired / 5h
Plus: Apple patches newly discovered flaws exploited by NSO Group spyware, North Korean hackers target security researchers, and more.


The Lotus Emeya brings electric supercar performance for four
Engadget / 5h
This isn’t your parent’s Lotus. The British maker, once famous for ultra-lightweight sportscars that had no room for creature comforts like air conditioning, heated seats, or even doors, is now part of the Geely family, with designs on a big international presence with big sales. That’s going to require bigger cars, and while the Eletre SUV was something of a first big departure for the company,


Avoid These Multipurpose Room Mistakes
Lifehacker / 5h
Being confined to our homes in the early days of the pandemic made many people rethink how they utilize their space. Desks, tables, counters, and other flat surfaces became makeshift home offices and classrooms, and guest rooms were used to isolate sick members of a household. Read more...


How to Get DLSS 2/3 in Starfield for Free
How-To Geek / 5h
Starfield is one of the biggest game releases of this year, but its performance on PC leaves a lot to be desired. Fortunately, modders have already added NVIDIA's Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) support to the game through alternative means. Check out our step-by-step guide on how to add DLSS 3 support to Starfield through mods.


Google Pixel Watch 2 teaser reveals new design and sensors, and an IP68 rating
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Google's next Pixel launch event isn't until Wednesday, October 4, but the tech giant has already been dropping hints about what to expect – and the latest of these comes in the form of a brief teaser video for the Pixel Watch 2 . The teaser video (via The Verge ) reveals more about the smartwatch the more you look at it. What's clear immediately is that the aesthetics of the device have been twe


5 Reasons You Should Switch to Google Phone on Android
72How-To Geek / 5h
Android phones are, well, phones at the core. You may not think much about the phone app that came pre-installed, but like many things in Android, it can be changed . You should try the Google Phone app.


Illustration from Bizarre and Ornamental Alphabets. Edited by Carol Belanger Grafton. New York,…
Music, Arts & Literature / 5h
Illustration from Bizarre and Ornamental Alphabets . Edited by Carol Belanger Grafton. New York, Dover Publications, Inc., 1981.


Americans Are Buying So Many Laxatives That It’s Creating a Shortage
20Futurism / 5h
Laxatives are having a major cultural renaissance — so much so, in fact, that soaring demand for the drugs is reportedly causing a national shortage. As T he Wall Street Journal reports , the US is experiencing a scarcity of polyethylene glycol 3350, the pharmaceutical powering name-brand products like Miralax and Glycolax. As for why? It's complicated. Per the report, there are several suspected


People Are "Fishing" by Just Throwing Dynamite in the Water
Futurism / 5h
In what may be a resurgence of an outdated and wasteful custom, people in fishing towns are launching dynamite into the water — to catch fish. As The Guardian reports , this method known as "blast fishing" is illegal in most parts of the world, including the waters around the island country of Sri Lanka, where an uptick in this harmful practice is devastating local communities. "Everything within


Scientists Have a Great Idea: Cover Killer Robot in Horrifying Fungus
Futurism / 5h
Living Tissue Over Endoskeleton A pair of researchers have created a living skin made of fungus, directly inspired by the 1984 film "The Terminator." The goal is to develop a coating that could act as a biodegradable and multifunctional sensor for electronics, as New Scientist reports . Conventional electronic sensors made of silicone tend to be difficult to manufacture and often are limited in h


If the James Webb Spotted a Planet Exactly Like Earth, Would Scientists Notice Our Civilization?
27Futurism / 5h
Spying Spectra What if NASA's groundbreaking James Webb Space Telescope was pointed straight at an exoplanet exactly like the Earth? Would it recognize a civilization like ours? In a yet-to-be-peer-reviewed new paper , a team of researchers including NASA and Jet Propulsion Lab scientists examined high-resolution spectra taken by a Canadian satellite called SCISAT. The data identified a variety o


Doona SensAlert (2023): Aftermarket Accessories Aren't Safe
Wired / 6h
Doona's newest device promises that you won't forget your kid in a hot car seat. But be wary of devices that could harm more than help.


A Summer of Record Heat Deals Costly Damage to Texas Water Systems
39Wired / 6h
As dry soils contract, underground pipes rupture—disrupting cities, frustrating conservation efforts, and highlighting the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to a warming climate.


How to Watch UFC 293 Adesanya vs. Strickland Live Online
How-To Geek / 6h
Two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya defends his title at UFC 293 , broadcast from Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, on September 9, 2023, at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Here's how and where to stream it live.



U.S. Government Is Monitoring All Global Entry Members Daily
26View from the Wing / 6h
Once you sign up for Global Entry the government performs a search on you daily, according to the Department of Homeland Security’s latest performance and accountability report. Continue reading ...


Film Studios Are Using Dirty Tricks to Manipulate Rotten Tomatoes Scores
Futurism / 6h
A new investigation by Vulture reveals the alarming lengths movie studios will go to manipulate scores on Rotten Tomatoes, severely undermining the credibility of one of the world's foremost review aggregation sites. Under the microscope is a PR company called Bunker 15, which Vulture reports targets small, often self-published critics to help boost "Tomatometer" scores, paying them upwards of $5


Hotel Suite Vs. Junior Suite: What’s The Difference?
84One Mile at a Time / 7h
While I feel like the definition should be pretty straightforward, the reality is that there’s a lot of inconsistency between hotels as to what constitutes a suite, and what constitutes a junior suite. I wanted to address that topic in this post, and am curious how y’all feel about this. Hotels take a lot of liberties with room descriptions Honestly, hotels don’t do a very good job with naming th


11 Best Deals: Sex Toys, Breast Pumps, and Smart Lights
43Wired / 7h
It's pumpkin spice season, and what better way to celebrate that than with some spice for your bedroom?


Senators Want ChatGPT-Level AI to Require a Government License
92Wired / 7h
A new US government body would force companies to seek a license before working on powerful AI models like OpenAI's GPT-4, under a bipartisan proposal by senators Richard Blumenthal and Josh Hawley.


Mario Will Never Be the Same Again
43Wired / 7h
Charles Martinet has finally explained his new ambassador role at Nintendo. But the person behind Mario’s new voice remains a mystery.


The iPhone 15 Is Finally Getting USB-C. Here’s What That Means
83Wired / 7h
After 11 years, Apple's Lightning connector is being replaced by USB-C in the iPhone 15.


The Best Nintendo Switch Emulators for Windows PCs
How-To Geek / 7h
The Nintendo Switch is home to many amazing games that are exclusive to the console. Fortunately, gamers can use Nintendo Switch emulators to play Switch-exclusive games without being restricted by the hardware. We have listed some of the best Nintendo Switch emulators that can help you run games on a Windows PC and other platforms.


AI This Week: Elon Musk's AI-Dominated Future
Gizmodo / 7h
The Pentagon wants to beef up its automated drone hordes with some AI. File that under Things That Will Keep You Up At Night. Read more...


Marriott Bonvoy Offering Status Soft Landings
1KOne Mile at a Time / 7h
Marriott Bonvoy has already revealed its status soft landing policy for the next membership year, and it’s good news (well, at least for those who don’t requalify for their current status tier)… Marriott Bonvoy’s 2024 status soft landing policy Marriott Bonvoy has announced its status soft landing policy for 2024, for situations where someone doesn’t qualify for a particular elite tier based on t


Paper Retracted When Authors Caught Using ChatGPT to Write It
20Futurism / 7h
Red Handed A paper published in the journal Physica Scripta last month became the subject of controversy after Guillaume Cabanac, a computer scientist and integrity investigator, noticed that the ChatGPT query to "Regenerate Response" had been copied into the text, seemingly by accident. Now, the authors have fessed up to using the chatbot to help draft the article, becoming the latest testament


Something Weird Is Going on With the Asteroid NASA Smashed
100+Futurism / 7h
Darting Around Nearly a year ago, NASA successfully smashed an asteroid for the first time, in a landmark test to see whether we could divert a killer space rock before disaster — but now, the asteroid in question is behaving strangely. As New Scientist reports , a schoolteacher and his pupils seem to have discovered that the orbit of Dimorphos, the space rock socked by the Double Asteroid Redire


Rad Power RadWagon 4 Review: I Ended My Friendship With My Car
How-To Geek / 8h
As the " War on Cars " heats up, more people are turning to electric bikes. However, to truly replace a car, an e-bike needs to be able to haul cargo and passengers. That's what the Rad Power RadWagon 4 attempts to do.


Twitter aka X rolls out Community Notes 'fact checks' for videos
Mashable / 8h
Creators of AI videos, deceptive edits, and manipulated clips – beware. Community Notes has now been rolled out on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, for videos. The announcement came earlier this week from the official @Community Notes account. "Not just for images anymore — introducing notes on videos!" reads the post. Tweet may have been deleted Community Notes is an X feature that all


Dating as a single parent is hard. These 5 dating apps and sites can help make it a little easier
Mashable / 8h
Dating is, famously, not the easiest time. Single parenting, is also famously, not the easiest. Put them together, and it can feel like dating as a single parent is damn near impossible. The good news is, you're certainly not alone. According to the Pew Research Center, nearly a quarter of children in the United States live in single-parent households. That means there are tons of single parents


Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is the Android smartwatch to get right now
Mashable / 8h
Where Google drops the ball, Samsung provides. Launched last month, the $300 Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 is a rare example of a device that shoves its most direct competitor into a locker and steals its lunch money. Most of the time with devices from big tech brands, there’s a case to be made in multiple directions, but in the case of the Galaxy Watch 6 and Google’s Pixel Watch , there’s no comparison


NASA's dropping off a space package from 63,000 miles high
64Mashable / 8h
NASA scientists awaiting the OSIRIS-Rex spacecraft's return will greet it with considerably more gray hair and wrinkles than when they saw it leave the launchpad. The crewless spacecraft has traveled 4.4 billion miles through space over the past seven years on a quest to visit a near-Earth asteroid . The robot reached its destination, Bennu , and collected gravel — perhaps about a cup's worth — i


This AI drone knows when to snap a photo, and it's only $150
54Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 9, get the AIR NEO AI-Powered Autofly™ Camera Drone for just $149.99 — a 6% discount. Drone photography is changing, and one exciting development is actually driven by AI, literally. The AIr NEO is an AI-powered drone that can automatically lock onto you while recording videos or shooting a few photos. Whether you’re creating content for social media or recording a married


This Dog Training Bundle is just $40
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 9, you can get the 2023 Complete Professional Puppy and Dog Training Bundle for just $39.99 instead of $256 — that's a savings of 84%. Some of us can't resist a dog or puppy. We "aww!" out loud at the mere sight of a doggo being walked nearby. If you are one of these dog-loving people and are looking to make some extra money, dog training could be an option. This informativ


Get a near-mint Samsung Galaxy S21 for only $250
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 9, you can get a grade-A refurbished Samsung Galaxy S21 for just $249.99 instead of $799.99 — that's a savings of 68%. As Apple prepares to announce the iPhone 15, you might be gearing up to make a smartphone upgrade of your own. At the same time, you’re probably growing tired of sky-high price tags and looking for other options. One way to get a new-to-you phone without ta



This 6-in-1 charging and sync cable is just $13
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 9, you can get the InCharge 6 Max 6-in-1 charging cable for only $12.99 instead of $25 — that's a savings of 48%. Most of us have multiple devices that need a charge. And those devices need cables and outlets or ports for the most part. If there's more than one of you living in a home, you're surely inundated with devices and their never-ending need to be charged. And forge


Compact iOS-compatible charger: 33% off
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 9, get this 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger in Black for only $99.99 — that's 33% off. Wireless chargers are a dime a dozen lately, but some of them stand out for being particularly powerful, convenient, or just looking good. This Three-in-One Magnetic Wireless charger can power three devices at a decent pace, and it’s wrapped in stylish leather that looks good and doesn’t


How to watch Pixar's visual treat 'Elemental' at home for free (almost)
Mashable / 8h
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Gizmodo Is Stripping Journalists’ Bylines Off AI-Translated Articles
Futurism / 9h
G/O Media's vision of the future continues to come into focus. Unfortunately, as it stands, that vision seems increasingly human-free. To recap: last week, Gizmodo owner G/O Media fired the human employees at the blog's Spanish-language site, Gizmodo Español , replacing those writers and their work — which included original reporting as well as translation work — with an AI tool that translates a


Leaving Netflix in September – all the movies and shows you won't want to miss
34TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Netflix subscribers are losing some real heavyweight classics this month. From epics such as Titanic to sports dramas such as Rocky, there are plenty of top films leaving the best streaming service in September that you won't want to miss. We've compiled the list below, and out of these we'd also highlight Alex Garland's Annihilation, which is an adaptation of Jeff VanderMeer's sci-fi horror seri


The Technology Facebook and Google Didn’t Dare Release
41NYT > Technology / 9h
Engineers at the tech giants built tools years ago that could put a name to any face but, for once, Silicon Valley did not want to move fast and break things.


Thousands of Microsoft 365 accounts under threat from W3LL phishing kit
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Hundreds of threat actor groups are using a highly advanced phishing kit to target corporate Microsoft 365 accounts, with relative success, according to a new report from cybersecurity experts Group-IB. The phishing kit is called W3LL, and it’s been in development since at least 2017. In that time, the kit grew and improved, and with it - its popularity rose, with more than 500 groups currently u


Review: Roomers Baden-Baden, Marriott Autograph Collection
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
For the next stop on the trip with my parents , we spent two nights at the 130-room Roomers Baden-Baden , which belongs to Marriott Autograph Collection. I was looking forward to this stay, especially as many OMAAT readers raved about this property, with some saying it’s the best Bonvoy property in Germany. All-in-all, we had a great stay at this hotel. Roomers had a fun vibe, a great spa and gym


Spotify audiobooks: how to find, buy and listen to audiobooks on Spotify
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Spotify audiobooks are here: dive into the Spotify apps and you'll find a wealth of audiobooks to listen to, including some free options. With music and podcasts already well catered for, it means Spotify has just about every audio content category covered. As with podcasts – added in 2015 – Spotify has worked hard to integrate audiobooks into its app interfaces as seamlessly as possible. You can


ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from the Sonos Move 2 to GoPro
30TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
For tech fans, early September is like being on that first anticipatory climb of a rollercoaster, waiting to hurtle through all the twists and turns of the gadget launches to come. And that's exactly how this week felt, with iPhone 15 and Google Pixel 8 Pro rumors colliding with the IFA 2023 tech show plus big