When is the best time to book flights for the cheapest airfare in 2023?
3KThe Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This post is continually updated. With summer behind us, we look ahead to the rest of 2023 with hopes for cheaper airfare this fall and holiday season . We aim to provide strategies for securing the cheapest airfare . However, your ability to find that elusive airline deal depends on a few factors. Flights during the summertime and holidays are notoriously expensive. Also, air trav
10 Useful Windows Commands You Should Know
500+How-To Geek / 14h
Command-line tools might seem like an archaic relic from the days of CRT screens and computers with no graphical user interfaces (GUIs), but there are plenty of times when they're still useful. Here are some that are worth learning to use.
Rule the school with the ultimate in PC power
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
When you're a student, your laptop isn't just a computer. It's the centre of everything. It's where you bring your biggest ideas to life – and if you're a gamer, where you sentence your alien enemies to death. It's where you create, where you code, where you catch up with friends and where you kick back after a long day. If you're looking for a laptop that can do all of that and more, then you're
Exclusive: Cendana Capital closes on $470M more to back seed-stage fund managers
TechCrunch / 2h
Michael Kim of Cendana Capital is often a first call for emerging seed-stage fund managers. Cendana has invested in many VC teams that have gone to enjoy great success – like Forerunner Ventures, K9 Ventures, and IA Ventures. Thanks to its own backers, Cendana keeps replenishing its supply of investing capital, too. Indeed, Kim tells […]
Today’s Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, September 9
Lifehacker / 2h
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Saturday, September 9, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Beware, there are spoilers below for September 9, NYT Connections #90! Scroll to the end if you want some hints (and then the answer) to… Read more...
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for September 9
Mashable / 3h
You made it! It's Saturday, and what better way to start the weekend than with a fresh Wordle ? We're here for you every day with some hints and tips to help you figure out the solution. If you just want to be told today's answer, you can jump to the end of this article for September 9's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strate
Discover space tech, trends, policies and possibilities at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
TechCrunch / 3h
Set your coordinates for the Space Stage on September 19, Day 1 promptly at 0800 hours of TechCrunch Disrupt 2023. You’ll find sessions featuring some of the industry’s leading founders, investors, NASA researchers, Department of Defense officials, military commanders and national security experts. Launch into the future of space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 These leaders […]
X is suing California over social media content moderation law
Engadget / 4h
X, the social media company previously known as Twitter, is suing the state of California over a law that requires companies to disclose details about their content moderation practices. The law, known as AB 587, requires social media companies to publish information about their handling of hate speech, extremism, misinformation and other issues, as well as details about internal moderation proce
Quordle today - hints and answers for Saturday, September 9 (game #593)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints, plus the answers for both the main game and the Daily Sequence spin off. Quordle is the only one of the many Wordle clones that I'm still playing now, around 18 months after the daily-word-game craze hit the internet, and with good reason: it's good fun, but also difficult. What's more, its makers (now the online dictionary Merriam-Webster) are also
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for September 9, 2023
Mashable / 4h
If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle ? Quordle is a five-letter word guessing gam
Microsoft offers legal protection for AI copyright infringement challenges
36Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images / Benj Edwards ) On Thursday, Microsoft announced that it will provide legal protection for customers who are sued for copyright infringement over content generated by the company's AI systems. This new policy, called the Copilot Copyright Commitment, is an expansion of Microsoft's existing intellectual property indemnification coverage, Reuters reports . Microsoft's
Teen’s death after eating a single chip highlights risks of ultra-spicy foods
47Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge (credit: Sarah Dussault/MediaNews Group/The Mercury News via Getty Images ) Harris Wolobah, a healthy 14-year-old from Worcester, Massachusetts, tragically died last Friday, hours after eating a single ultra-spicy tortilla chip seasoned with two of the hottest peppers in the world. The teen's mother, Lois Wolobah, reportedly picked up her son from school that day after getting a call from
Chromecast with Google TV leak reveals new controller with 'magic' button
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Google may have just leaked the design of its new Chromecast remote control which features a button layout that differs from previous models. This information comes from industry insider Mishaal Rahman on X (formerly known as Twitter) who dug through the files of the recent Android TV 14 Beta . There, he discovered an outline showcasing what the future Chromecast device may look like. The shape o
Arrowverse Creator Greg Berlanti Sets Up Generous Fund for Strike Relief
Gizmodo / 4h
As the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes continue with seemingly no end in sight , members of those unions—as well as workers in adjacent entertainment fields—are feeling the sting of being without incomes. Fortunately, some of Hollywood’s highest-paid figures have stepped up to help, including showrunner Greg Berlanti, archite… Read more...
Stranger Things,The Last of Us, and More Spooky Treats at Halloween Horror Nights
Gizmodo / 5h
At Halloween Horror Nights Orlando , Eddie Munson fans can eat their hearts out with Stranger Things treats, while The Last of Us survivalists can collect their FEDRA rations. Read more...
Make Hot Honey With Just Three Ingredients
Lifehacker / 5h
Hot honey is a condiment with staying power. Popularized by brands like Mike’s and Trader Joe’s years ago, this tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce brings the zing to fried chicken, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, pizza, biscuits, and cheese plates. It may seem too delicious to DIY, but don’t let Dave fool you—hot honey… Read more...
Customers Are Choosing Airplane Middle Seats, Hoping Someone Will Sit Next To Them [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 5h
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 ...
Earn 2,500 miles by booking a reservation on Capital One Dining
The Points Guy / 5h
If you have a Capital One credit card , you may have recently received an email titled “NEW: Earn 2,500 bonus miles by booking on Capital One Dining.” Based on TPG’s valuations , 2,500 Capital One miles are worth about $46. So, this offer may be worth pursuing for cardholders who got the targeted email. I got this email for my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card . CAPITAL ONE However, not a
The MonsterVerse comes to Apple TV+ with Monarch: Legacy of Monsters teaser
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Apple TV+'s new original series, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters , picks up where 2014's Godzilla left off. Stream Monarch: Legacy of Monsters on Apple TV+ $6.99 subscription after free trial at Apple (Ars Technica may earn compensation for sales from links on this post through affiliate programs .) Major film franchises expanding into streaming television is officially a trend: Star Wars, the Marvel
X sues Calif. to avoid revealing how it makes “controversial” content decisions
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg ) Today, Elon Musk's X Corp. sued to block California's content moderation law, AB 587. In its complaint, filed a US district court in California, X Corp. is seeking a preliminary and permanent injunction stopping California Attorney General Robert Bonta from enforcing the law. AB 587 passed in September 2022, requiring social media platforms t
Cybertruck spied with updated interior
TechCrunch / 6h
The summer of 2023 is almost over and still we don’t have a Cybertruck. But thanks to an apparent serendipitous visit to a regular ol’ parking lot in San Francisco, there are some fresh images of the unreleased, polygonal electric truck. New photos of Elon Musk’s Cybertruck, shared by Tesla watchers The Kilowatts, offer an updated […]
Satellite Photos Reveal Extent of Floods at This Year’s Burning Man
Gizmodo / 6h
Tens of thousands of Burning Man attendees in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert had to trudge through rain and mud last Friday and into last weekend after an unusual bout of rain in the region. Read more...
Legendary Lost Star Wars X-Wing Model Going Up for Auction
Gizmodo / 6h
Just four “hero” X-Wings were created by ILM to film Star Wars’ climactic battle over Yavin IV against the Death Star—primary models detailed enough to be used for close-up shots and major action sequences. Now one of them, believed to have been missing for over 40 years, has been found—and is going up for auction. Read more...
Bad Study Habits You Should Avoid (and What to Do Instead)
Lifehacker / 6h
You know you need to break your bad study habits. There are loads of great ways to study, but there are plenty of bad methods out there too. Let’s go over the study methods to avoid and the ones to prioritize instead, so you can actually remember all your material and nail your next test. Read more...
X, formerly Twitter, challenges California’s new transparency law as unconstitutional
TechCrunch / 6h
X, formerly known as Twitter, has filed a lawsuit alleging that a new California law requiring social networks to declare certain moderation practices is a violation of the company’s Constitutional right to free speech. AB 587 was signed into law a year ago. At the time, California Governor Gavin Newsom wrote: “Californians deserve to know […]
The Environmental Warriors at Burning Man Left a Disgusting Mess Behind
Futurism / 6h
Burning Trash This year's Burning Man in a remote part of the Nevada desert was marked by an extremely rare torrential rain, turning the drug-fuelled event into a mud-covered mess. The mud — technically hydrated desert dust — proved to be a major hindrance for the around 80,000 attendees, forcing them to shelter in place and wait out the rain. Even trucks were helpless against the deep and sticky
Almost Half of Grindr’s Employees Quit When They Were Forced Back to the Office
Futurism / 6h
No Return Grindr seems to have played itself by giving its employees a return-to-office ultimatum — and nearly half of those employees responded by quitting. As Wired reports , management at the popular queer and trans hookup app issued a stark turnaround from its previous commitment to remote work when they gave workers an abrupt notice: pledge within two weeks to return to work in person at the
Microsoft reveals how hackers stole its email signing key… kind of
24TechCrunch / 6h
A series of unfortunate and cascading mistakes allowed a China-backed hacking group to steal one of the keys to Microsoft’s email kingdom that granted near unfettered access to U.S. government inboxes. Microsoft explained in a long-awaited blog post this week how the hackers pulled off the heist. But while one mystery was solved, several important […]
This Zotac Tiny PC is Small Enough to Fit in Your Pocket
How-To Geek / 6h
How tiny can a tiny PC get? There are many different computers out there in different sizes, and many of them are really, really compact, to the point it's actually easier to carry around than even a laptop. You kind of need to keep your expectations on check, however, given how you need to strike a balance between performance and compactness due to, well, the laws of physics. If all you want is
This Vegan Whipped Cream Recipe Will Make You Forget About Dairy
Lifehacker / 6h
Being lactose- and dairy-sensitive is not a walk in the park–either avoid dairy, or understand it comes with a hefty caveat. My partner is an Italian-American who hesitates to eat cheese. When I offer him a dessert with whipped cream, he just about laughs in my face (before crying into his oat milk ice cream).… Read more...
FTC judge rules Intuit broke law, must stop advertising TurboTax as “free”
20Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Sasirin Pamai) The Federal Trade Commission's chief administrative law judge ruled that Intuit violated US law with deceptive advertising and should be forced to stop promoting TurboTax as "free" unless all conditions imposed on the free offer are immediately and conspicuously displayed to consumers. The initial decision by Administrative Law Judge D. Michael Chapp
The AI-assistant wars heat up with Claude Pro, a new ChatGPT Plus rival
23Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge / The Anthropic Claude logo. (credit: Anthropic / Benj Edwards) On Thursday, AI-maker and OpenAI competitor Anthropic launched Claude Pro , a subscription-based version of its Claude.ai web-based AI assistant, which functions similarly to ChatGPT. It's available for $20/month in the US or 18 pounds/month in the UK, and it promises five-times-higher usage limits, priority access to Claude
Record-breaking Super Mario Bros. speedrun approaches robotic perfection
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Niftski making it look easy. In 2021, when speedrunner Niftski became the first person to complete Super Mario Bros. in under 4 minutes, 55 seconds, we used the four-minute mile as a metaphor for the difficulty and importance of the achievement. But now that Niftski has pushed that time even lower—setting a new world record of 4:54.631 for a live, human-controlled full game run —we're left graspi
Cisco security appliance 0-day is under attack by ransomware crooks
5 TTPs•
45Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge / Cisco Systems headquarters in San Jose, California, US, on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023. Cisco Systems Inc. is scheduled to release earnings figures on August 16. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images Cisco on Thursday confirmed the existence of a currently unpatched zero-day vulnerability that hackers are exploiting to gain unauthorized access to two widely used security
Quick Points: Use Turkish Miles&Smiles to reach the Middle East for just 2,000 extra miles
21The Points Guy / 6h
Turkish Airlines’ Miles&Smiles program offers some of the best redemptions for flights in the world of points and miles. For only 30,000 miles, you can secure a one-way ticket from North America to Europe in economy — or it’s just 45,000 miles for business class . Although that is already a great deal, booking flights to the Middle East is one of the best ways to fully take advantage of this prog
Microsoft ending third-party printer driver support is good news for you
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Microsoft revealed in a new document that it will no longer service third-party printer drivers on devices that use Windows OS, including Windows 11 . According the article , Microsoft will allow IPP Class Driver and Mopria-compliant print devices, the latter of which got native with Windows 10 version 21H2. These will be supported instead of manufacturer-made drivers via Windows Update. This mea
Everything we know about Disney Treasure, coming to Disney Cruise Line in 2024
1KThe Points Guy / 7h
After a 10-year hiatus in expanding the fleet, Disney Cruise Line has been busy in recent years. Disney Wish joined the cruise line in the summer of 2022, ushering in an all-new Triton class of three ships that will join the original Disney Magic , Disney Wonder , Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. Up next is Disney Treasure, which will debut in December 2024. From new restaurants and bars to annou
George A. Romero's Final Zombie Movie Takes a Big Step Forward
35Gizmodo / 7h
Twilight of the Dead is coming, and the long-promised last zombie movie to come from the mind of horror legend George A. Romero , who died in 2017 , now has a director: Brad Anderson, whose genre bona fides include 2001 creepfest Session 9 . Read more...
X seems to be slipping unlabeled ads into people’s feeds
Engadget / 7h
X, the company formerly known as Twitter, may not be labeling its ads properly, putting it at risk of — once again — running afoul of the FTC. There have been numerous reports over the last several days of ads appearing in users’ timelines without being labeled as such, according to TechCrunch , which was first to report on the stealth ads. According to their reporting, as well as reports from in
The IRS Is Using AI to Target the Ultra-Wealthy for Tax Violations
Gizmodo / 7h
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is adding artificial intelligence tools to crack down on potential tax violations, the agency announced on Friday. The IRS claims it will be focusing on wealthy taxpayers who have used “sophisticated schemes to avoid taxes,” instead of burdening average people with “no-change” audits. Read more...
Elon Musk says Starship is ‘ready to launch,’ FAA says not yet
24TechCrunch / 7h
The Federal Aviation Administration has closed the mishap investigation into SpaceX’s first orbital test flight in April, but regulators won’t green light a second launch until the company completes more than 60 “corrective actions.” While the FAA did not disclose the details of the 63 actions SpaceX must take before launching Starship again, the agency […]
You Can Try 'Payday 3's' Open Beta Right Now
Lifehacker / 7h
Payday 3 is slated to drop Sept. 21, 2023, but that doesn’t mean you need to wait until then to play it. Developer Starbreeze Studios is running a new , open beta test for the online multiplayer heist game, but you need to act fast if you want to take advantage of it. Read more...
What to Expect From the Apple Watch at Next Week's 'Wonderlust' Event
20Gizmodo / 7h
Ready to meet all the new Apple products? Apple will announce its next generation of mobile products at next week’s Wonderlust event . We’ll know all about the new iPhone 15 on September 12th. We’ll also learn more about its companion accessory, the Apple Watch, which remains the best-selling smartwatch amongst the… Read more...
What are points and miles worth? TPG’s September 2023 monthly valuations
500+The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. One of the questions people often ask me is, “How much is a point or mile worth?” The true answer varies from point to point and person to person. It also depends on your travel goals and how well you can maximize a particular loyalty currency. Still, some rewards are clearly worth more than others, and my
AI Study Says Sometimes It’s Good When Executives Act Like Robots
Gizmodo / 7h
If you’ve ever had the privilege (or curse) of listening in on a corporate earnings call, you probably noticed that the executives behave a little mechanically. According to a new study that compared ChatGPT and other AIs to the human robots working in the C-Suite, sometimes that’s a good thing. Read more...
danskjavlarna:Source details and larger version. All sorts of...
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
danskjavlarna : Source details and larger version . All sorts of vintage book imagery is here in my virtual stacks.
Vivaldi Will Block Chromium's Data-Collecting Topics API
How-To Geek / 7h
After several years of thankless work, Google Chrome's Privacy Sandbox is finally coming to fruition. But, despite the inspiring name, Privacy Sandbox is just a targeted advertising scheme that's built into Chrome. While this new user-tracking system is anonymous (and less invasive than the third-party trackers it's replacing), it's obviously very creepy to some people, and it's baked into the Ch
The AI-generated fake Drake and The Weeknd track is 'not eligible' for a Grammy
Engadget / 7h
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. is setting the record straight. After Variety reported earlier this week that an AI-generated track echoing the voices of Drake and The Weeknd would be considered for a Grammy Award, Mason is insisting that’s not the case. The track, Heart on My Sleeve , was created and submitted for consideration by someone using the pseudonym “Ghostwriter.” The song featur
Man Stranded In Cave 3,000 Feet Underground After Falling Sick
Futurism / 7h
Marooned in Morca A man ventured thousands of feet underground into the Morca cave system in southern Turkey. But along the way he became gravely ill, and now rescue teams are scrambling to get him out. The spelunker, a 40 year-old American named Mark Dickey, is an experienced speleologist, or cave scientist, and is renowned in the caving community. Dickey had entered Morca with 14 others. Nothin
The Fall Yard Cleanup Tasks You Should Tackle in September
Lifehacker / 7h
Fall is majestic. Don’t get me wrong, I live in anticipation of summer and the growing season, but fall is the season that never lets me down. In the Pacific Northwest, where I live, fall is marked by a different smell in the air, a return of cloud cover, and pops of color from the pumpkins turning orange on the vine.… Read more...
Market intelligence firm Sensor Tower conducts layoffs, several execs out
24TechCrunch / 7h
Sensor Tower, a prominent market intelligence firm for the app economy, this week laid off a notable portion of its workforce, estimated at around 40 people out of the 270+ at the company, according to LinkedIn’s headcount. The layoffs included C-suite executives, TechCrunch has learned from multiple sources, including the CMO, CFO and chief product […]
The Fallen Jedi of Ahsoka's 'Fallen Jedi,' Ranked
20Gizmodo / 7h
This week’s episode of Ahsoka, “Fallen Jedi,” had a lot of Jedi in it. Perhaps even more than you might have first noticed ! But did it have fallen Jedi, as promised by the title? Actually, yes! In fact, so many of the Jedi in “Fallen Jedi” could ostensibly be described as Jedi that have Fallen we’ve decided to run the… Read more...
Why The Points Guy’s New Effort To Value Miles Is Nonsense
View from the Wing / 7h
The Points Guy has published new “data-driven” valuations for U.S. airline miles and for credit card points, but they don’t… show you much about the data, and the methodology they offer makes very little sense. It’s nonsense built on stilts. They’ve picked out some flights to compare prices in cash and in miles, and then declared the value you’re getting for your miles on those flights is the val
New California law would force firms to report diversity metrics
38TechCrunch / 8h
The bill requires venture capital firms operating in California to report the diversity breakdown of the founders they fund to the state.
The US Is Apparently Backed Up And Running Short on Laxatives
Gizmodo / 8h
It might be time for Americans to start eating more fiber. The U.S. is experiencing a shortage of laxative products, according to a report this week from the Wall Street Journal. One alleged reason for the short supply is extra demand from younger people—an interest apparently fueled by TikTok influencers touting the… Read more...
FAA says SpaceX has more to do before Starship can fly again
24Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / A discolored plume of exhaust was visible beneath the Super Heavy booster's Raptor engines on the Starship rocket's April 20 test flight, a likely indication of a propellant leak or fire in the engine compartment. (credit: Patrick T. Fallon/AFP via Getty Images ) The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday it has closed an investigation into the problems SpaceX encountered on its fi
The most interesting keyboard released this week is also the cheapest
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / Keychron's new C3 Pro mechanical keyboard. (credit: Keychron) It's not officially autumn, but any parent back to ushering their kid to school before starting their own day of responsibilities will tell you it feels like fall. Alongside the start of school are usually new tech product announcements . This week, I had my eyes on a new smattering of PC keyboards (as you may have heard , I
Gears Technica: Favorite coffee-making setups from the Ars Technica staff
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
(credit: Kevin Purdy) If you're like our staff, you'll understand that a good cup of brewed coffee is a requirement every morning. Whether it's a simple French-pressed brew or an espresso-based drink with complex flavors and aromas, coffee has not only provided the fuel to get the Ars Technica staff through our daily tasks, but it has also become a ritual that helps us start the day anew and grou
X “unfit” for banking because of complicity in Saudi spying, lawyers argue
41Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge (credit: Manuel Augusto Moreno | Moment ) Just two weeks after Elon Musk took over Twitter in fall 2022, he told employees that his big plan to save the social media platform from bankruptcy was to turn it into a bank . Since then, he has rebranded the platform as X, and banking regulators in eight US states have approved his applications for money-transmitting licenses. Now, as X continu
Flexport founder rescinds dozens of job offers to get ‘house in order’ days after CEO pushed out
TechCrunch / 8h
When Flexport founder Ryan Petersen picked Amazon consumer chief Dave Clark to lead the buzzy freight forwarding and logistics startup, he noted that they needed an “entrepreneur” and a builder, not another executive. It seems the pair had different visions for what that meant. And now, with Clark suddenly out after just one year on […]
The Tech-Savvy Guide to Living With Less Worry with Verizon Mobile Protect
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
From cases to straps to ceramic shields, there are endless gadgets you can buy to make sure your phone stays up and running. Sometimes, though, you just want to go into nature with as few accessories as possible. When your mobile device is a hub for everything from navigation to data management, you can't afford an unexpected hardware failure. From replacement batteries to cracked screen repairs
Spotify could soon take on Audible with free audiobooks for subscribers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Spotify is apparently seeking to diversify its content with a new pilot program where subscribers can pick up free audiobooks. As revealed by The Wall Street Journal , the streaming platform is currently “working with some of the largest publishers in the US'', hashing out the details of how it’ll all work. The report states users will be able to listen to a maximum of 20 hours of content a month
Roblox coming to PlayStation 4 and PS5
47BBC News - Technology / 8h
The popular children's gaming platform has more than 60 million players a day, according to the firm.
When to Turn on Your Heat in the Fall
25Lifehacker / 8h
When fall creeps toward winter, we know we’ll have to turn on the heat. But when is the right time? If you’re arguing with your partner or roommate about the thermostat, we’re happy to be able to end that argument for you. (They’ll probably never admit they’re wrong, though.) Read more...
After Spending Billions of Dollars on SLS, NASA Admits Its Moon Rocket Is 'Unaffordable'
29Gizmodo / 8h
NASA has come under heat for the increasing cost of its Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, which space agency officials have finally admitted to being unsustainable and unaffordable, a new report revealed. Read more...
Star Trek Is Celebrating Its Birthday With... Kid Cudi?
100+Gizmodo / 8h
Today marks 57 years since “The Man Trap,” the first episode of Star Trek to be broadcast on TV, hit screens—and to celebrate, Kid Cudi is going where many others have gone before: a very peculiar brand deal . Read more...
Actually, That AI Drake and The Weeknd Song Is Not Eligible for a Grammy
Gizmodo / 8h
The saga of the AI-generated song that sounds like The Weeknd and Drake continues. After the head honcho behind the Grammys indicated that “Heart on My Sleeve” would be eligible for the award , it appears that the track is dead in the water. Read more...
World of Hyatt Business Credit Card review: Big perks for big spenders
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. World of Hyatt Business Credit Card overview The World of Hyatt Business Credit Card is a mid-tier hotel credit card that can provide serious value to Hyatt loyalists looking to spend their way toward status perks or unlock a 10% points rebate feature. However, there are trade-offs you should consider befo
X is no longer labeling ads for some users
66Mashable / 8h
If you're scrolling through your feed on X , the platform formerly known as Twitter, and come across a post from an account that you're not following, you just might be seeing an unlabeled ad. Multiple users on X have recently reported advertisements showing up on their feed without any disclosure or labeling. The paid ads being served to users appear as organic posts (aka tweets) and show up lik
Meredith's Training Diary: How to Choose a Marathon Training Program
Lifehacker / 8h
Welcome to Training Diaries, a new Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. This series will cover all the ups, downs, and hill repeats on my journey to the biggest marathon in the world. Leading up to race day on Sunday, Nov. 5, we’ll go over proper fueling, injuries and setbacks,… Read more...
Musk says he limited Ukraine’s Starlink to prevent attack on Russia
42TechCrunch / 8h
Elon Musk has confirmed that he in essence scuttled a Ukrainian military strike on Russia by refusing to allow Starlink to be used in the process. The billionaire claims the decision was made to avoid being “complicit in a major act of war,” but it also raises serious questions regarding the role of oligarchs in […]
Company in Huge Trouble After Its CPAP Machines Blew Foam Into Users’ Lungs
Futurism / 8h
The Dutch conglomerate Philips is paying out a gigantic settlement to unhappy customers whose breathing machines blew foam and gases into their mouths while they were trying to get a good night's sleep. As the New York Times reports , Philips Respironics, a subsidiary of the multinational corporation, has agreed to pay out a whopping $479 million — nearly half a billion dollars — to customers aff
Scientists Recovered That Golden "Orb" From the Bottom of the Ocean and Found It Greatly Changed
75Futurism / 8h
Treasure Chestburster During a recent mission mapping a previously unexplored habitat off the coast of Alaska, a submersible remotely operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) came across something unexpected. A smooth "golden egg " appeared during the mission's livestream last month, mystifying scientists nearly two miles under the surface. "It’s definitely got a big
Roblox is finally coming to PlayStation in October
Engadget / 8h
Online game platform and creation toolset Roblox will finally be available on PlayStation in October, as announced at the 2023 Roblox Developers Conference (RDC) earlier today. The title is coming to the PS5, of course, but also the PS4 for those who have yet to make the leap to next-gen. As always, it’ll be free to download. Roblox was already available on just about every other platform, includ
When scaring us is great for business
TechCrunch / 8h
Welcome to Startups Weekly. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Friday. All right, all right, all right. Over the past few days, I’ve been listening to Matthew McConaughey’s memoir Greenlights, as read by the author. I honestly don’t know what compelled me to listen to it or how it ended up […]
SpaceX Must Fix 63 Issues Before Its Starship Can Fly Again
91Wired / 8h
Following a joint “mishap investigation” by SpaceX and the FAA, the federal agency listed 63 issues that must be addressed before launches can resume at the Texas site.
Fortnite creative lead Donald Mustard is retiring from Epic Games
Engadget / 8h
Epic Games chief creative officer Donald Mustard is stepping down. The industry veteran, instrumental in guiding Fortnite to immense popularity, said he will retire at the end of September. “I have enjoyed nearly 25 years in the game industry collaborating with some of the most talented people ever and I am so proud of what we have made together,” the 47-year-old wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Mu
Ready, set, network at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
TechCrunch / 8h
With less than two weeks to go until TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 kicks off in San Francisco, we’re here with a reminder that networking is job fun at Disrupt! Yes, networking is serious business, and with more than 10,000 attendees, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to build the connections that build your business. That said, it […]
Apple Event 2023: How to watch the iPhone 15 reveal on Sept. 12
42TechCrunch / 9h
Apple is set to announce new iPhone models during its “Wonderlust” keynote on Tuesday at 10 AM PT (1 PM in New York, 6 PM in London, 7 PM in Paris), and you’ll be able to watch the event right here. Rumor has it that Apple will unveil the next generation of iPhone models — […]
Aer Lingus offering round-trip flights for less than $500 from the US West Coast to Europe
100+The Points Guy / 9h
Making the long journey from the West Coast to Europe can be a hassle — and very expensive. Luckily, Irish carrier Aer Lingus is offering round-trip flights for less than $500 from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle to multiple European destinations. There is plenty of availability this winter, including some options around the holidays. Deal basics Airline: Aer Lingus Routes: From LA, San Fr
4th FTX exec pleads guilty, agrees to forfeit Porsche and other property
20Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / Ryan Salame, former co-chief executive officer of FTX Digital Markets Ltd., exits federal court in New York on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) Former FTX executive Ryan Salame pleaded guilty to two criminal charges yesterday, becoming the fourth former associate of Sam Bankman-Fried to enter guilty pleas. A money judgment of $1.56 billion was entered against
Google shows off the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 ahead of launch
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Google's official Pixel 8 Pro image. The Google Store has posted a promo page for the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2 ahead of their October 4 launch, confirming the designs of both devices. Google accidentally leaked a bunch of 3D renders the other day, so now that the cat's out of the bag, Google went ahead and made it official. We saw live pictures of the Pixel 8 Pro in May , so there isn't much to
The International Criminal Court will now prosecute cyberwar crimes
100+Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / Karim Khan speaks at Colombia's Special Jurisdiction for Peace during the visit of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in Bogota, Colombia, on June 6, 2023. (credit: Long Visual Press/Getty ) For years, some cybersecurity defenders and advocates have called for a kind of Geneva Convention for cyberwar , new international laws that would create clear consequences for anyon
X, formerly Twitter, caught running unlabeled ads in users’ Following feeds
100+TechCrunch / 9h
X, the company formerly known as Twitter, has been caught running unlabeled ads in users’ Following feeds, TechCrunch has learned and was able to confirm firsthand. While scrolling the Following feed on a Mac using the Chrome web browser, we encountered a handful of unlabeled ads amid other posts from people we follow, as well […]
Hayao Miyazaki Will Not Be Retiring With The Boy and the Heron
200+Gizmodo / 9h
At the Toronto International Film Festival premiere of The Boy and the Heron , news broke that Hayao Miyazaki’ s retirement plans may have been announced too soon. Read more...
Guide to Cunard Line’s Cunard World Club cruise loyalty program
41The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Cunard Line, known for its unique ocean liner history and British beginnings, caters to upscale passengers who appreciate quiet ocean views and afternoon tea. Brand loyalists can earn loyalty status and related perks through the line’s Cunard World Club program. Although it’s nice to receive perks, the one
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Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
thinkingimages : Woman in wedding dress (Greece) Bibliographic Citation STACKELBERG, Otto Magnus von. Costumes & Usages des Peuples de la Grèce Moderne dessinés sur les lieux…, Paris, Senefelder & Formentin pour Marino, ca. 1828.
Patreon app adds simple Discord-like group chats
Engadget / 9h
Patreon creators have a new option to interact with fans, as the subscription platform just rolled out a group chat feature. This community chat allows creators to interact with adoring fans, but also lets subscribers talk to one another in a space outside of comments. Creators can have up to four chats going at once and there’s a toolset in place to allow certain restrictions as to who can parti
Google's more durable Pixel Watch 2 will be available for preorder October 4
Engadget / 9h
Apple's iPhone (and likely Apple Watch) event is right around the corner but Google desperately would love for you to remember that it will announce its own devices soon. Rather than just... holding its own event before Apple's, Google has instead decided to tease its upcoming devices with short videos. After starting to dripfeed details about the Pixel 8 lineup , Google has turned its attention
Big Airlines Are Pressuring Airports To Kick Out Semi-Private Carrier JSX
View from the Wing / 9h
Airlines and the major pilot union have lobbied the federal government to put premium air carrier JSX out of business, and the FAA has introduced a rulemaking to do just that . Asking the federal government to put them out of business isn't the only front on which JSX is under attack by major airlines and their labor unions. Reportedly airlines press airports where they have influence to refuse J
Top US Spies Meet With Privacy Experts Over Surveillance 'Crown Jewel'
97Wired / 9h
Civil rights groups say efforts to get US intelligence agencies to adopt privacy reforms have largely failed. Without those changes, renewal of a post-911 surveillance policy may be doomed.
Air Fried Shishito Pepper Poppers Are a Fun Twist on the Classic Appetizer
30Lifehacker / 9h
Football season is upon us, which means it’s time for football snacks. (It’s also Real Housewives of Salt Lake City season, which also requires snacks.) Pepper poppers are a popular one, and how could they not be? They’re packed with cheese and/or salty meats! The jalapeño is the most common pepper vessel, with a… Read more...
5 steps for assembling AI-driven business teams
TechCrunch / 9h
We used OpenAI’s ChatGPT to assemble an AI-driven team: the results obtained were solid, and the evidence was clear.
SpaceX Needs to Make 63 Fixes Before Next Starship Launch, FAA Orders
54NYT > Technology / 9h
The agency closed an investigation into what went wrong during an April flight of the massive spacecraft that NASA will rely on to land astronauts on the moon.
Roblox will soon let players make calls from inside the game
Mashable / 10h
At the gaming giant's annual Developers Conference today (Sept. 8), Roblox announced that a new in-game "calling" feature will be available for users by the end of the year. The new Roblox Connect feature will enable a user to call someone from within the Roblox app, as long as that person is their friend on Roblox and has the Roblox app downloaded to their phone. The Roblox Connect request will
Roblox announces AI Assistant and more features to boost its creator economy
Mashable / 10h
At its annual Developers Conference today, Roblox announced several new developments aimed at helping creators get more from the platform. Over the past few years, the gaming platform has drawn in celebs like Paris Hilton and Karlie Kloss and brands like Vans and Gucci, but today's announcements mark a concerted effort from Roblox to promote a more robust ecosystem of user-generated content. From
988 Lifeline now available in American Sign Language
Mashable / 10h
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is now available in American Sign Language (ASL) for callers who are deaf and hard of hearing. The hotline launched last year as a three-digit, easy-to-remember number for people experiencing suicidal feelings or emotional distress. Prior to Friday, the Lifeline had the ability to translate in more than 240 languages, but it did not offer ASL. Callers who want
FAA grounds Starship until SpaceX takes 63 'corrective actions'
Engadget / 10h
SpaceX's latest Starship test launch was its last for the foreseeable future. The FAA announced Friday that it has closed its investigation into April's mishap, but that the company will not be allowed to resume test launches until it addresses a list of 63 "corrective actions" for its launch system. "The vehicle’s structural margins appear to be better than we expected," SpaceX CEO Elon Musk jok
Axon's Ethics Board Resigned Over Taser-Armed Drones. Then the Company Bought a Military Drone Maker
70Wired / 10h
The CEO’s vision for Taser-equipped drones includes a fictitious scenario in which the technology averts a shooting at a daycare center.
Roblox Builds Out Its Metaverse Vision With Video Chat
44Wired / 10h
This week, we discuss how adding animated chats to Roblox will advance the company’s plan to enrich its virtual world.
Soon You’ll Be Zooming in Roblox
36Wired / 10h
The company is adding avatar-based, 3D video chat to its virtual world in an effort to expand its audience—and to keep the kids around as they grow older.
What You Need to Know About the New FCC Commissioner
Gizmodo / 10h
After nearly 800 days of political deadlock, the Senate finally voted this week to confirm Anna Gomez to fill a long-vacant commissioner seat at the new Federal Communications Commission . When the Democratic telecommunications lawyer assumes the role, it will give the party a 3-2 majority in the FCC for the first time… Read more...
This ChatGPT Prompt Guide Is $29.99 Right Now
Lifehacker / 10h
The Ultimate ChatGPT Prompts Guide is a lifetime subscription that gives you access to a large collection of prompts for the OpenAI chatbot. This guide covers a range of topics, including things like SEO content creation, marketing, business planning, social media ads, and problem solving. It’s on sale for $29.99… Read more...
You Don’t Have to Be a One Piece Fan to Enjoy the Live-Action Series
93Gizmodo / 10h
Last week, Netflix’s One Piece live-action show landed massive praise across the board from old fans and new viewers alike. As someone who hasn’t ever encountered One Piece , and has not, in fact, ever felt any desire to pick up either the manga or any part of the anime (the manga, it must be stated, began serialized… Read more...
Spotify Reportedly Bringing Free Audiobook Trial to Paying Subscribers
31Gizmodo / 10h
Spotify will offer subscribers a free audiobook trial for a limited time as part of its efforts to break into the market, according to people familiar with the matter, the Wall Street Journal reported. Subscribers will reportedly have access to up to 20 hours of listening time per month without having to pay an… Read more...
This tiny adapter will upgrade your Mac or PC with next-gen Bluetooth for the new era of earbuds
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
We're on the cusp of the new, better generation of Bluetooth audio. Bluetooth LE Audio promises to use less power, but can also increase audio quality dramatically, including support for Hi-Res Audio (or close to it). There's been one catch – even though headphones that support LE Audio have started appearing (such as the Technics EAH-AZ80 and Earfun Air Pro 3 ), devices that can actually transmi
Marriott Bonvoy Business Amex review: 125,000 points and a $125 annual fee
53The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card overview The Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card is a solid small-business card for Marriott Bonvoy fans. It comes with useful perks such as an annual free night at hotels (up to 35,000 points) and the ability to expedite your Marriott elite statu
Olivia Rodrigo's 'Guts' has the internet back in their teenage feelings
Mashable / 10h
Olivia Rodrigo just dropped her new album, Guts , and once again the singer has delivered the perfect coming-of-age soundtrack. This time, she's expressing the anguish of being 19. It's been over two years since Rodrigo's debut album, Sour, arrived, birthing a new people's princess and making everyone feel like a teenage girl again . Despite Rodrigo graduating from her teens — she's 20 now — Guts
X-Ray Telescope Spots Black Hole Slowly Devouring a Star
32Gizmodo / 10h
On June 22, 2022, NASA’s Swift Observatory spotted something curious in a galaxy over 500 million light-years away. It was a routine outburst of gas that a team studying the data now believes is evidence of a black hole intermittently gobbling up a star each time the latter draws near. Read more...
Disney+ Basic is just $6 for three months, plus the rest of this week's best tech deals
Engadget / 10h
Labor Day sales have ended, Amazon's next Prime-related sale isn't until October and Apple won't announce new products (and likely discount older ones) until next week . In this in-between time, there are still a few worthy deals out there for those looking to save some coin on new tech. Some of our recommended Anker hubs and chargers are seeing up to 50 percent discounts while KitchenAid stand m
Viral indie game Only Up! delisted from Steam
Engadget / 10h
The developer of Only Up! , a viral indie climbing game that blew up in popularity on Twitch streams, has delisted the title from Steam. After receiving accusations of using infringing assets and promoting NFTs , the game’s creator said they plan to “put the game behind” them due to stress. “What I need now is peace of mind and healing,” wrote developer SCKR Games. The developer posted an update
The GoPro Hero 12 Goes Vertical: Hands On With GoPro’s Latest Action Cam
Gizmodo / 10h
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Dell's new gaming monitor offers 500Hz refresh rate at a more affordable price
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Earlier this year, Dell released its high-end Alienware AW2524H 500Hz – a display we liked so much it made our list of the best monitors in 2023 . Now, the company has launched its little, cheaper brother: the Alienware AW2524HF. It looks the new AW2524HF will, at the very least, be one of the best gaming monitors on the market. We say this because while the display has a lot of similarities with
Elon Musk Admits to Sabotaging Ukraine's Military
100+Futurism / 10h
Hamstrung SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has officially admitted to thwarting a Ukrainian attack on Russia's naval fleet near the Crimean coast by cutting off Starlink internet access at a crucial moment. "There was an emergency request from government authorities to activate Starlink all the way to Sevastopol," the mercurial CEO tweeted after the revelation. "The obvious intent being to sink most of the R
Tesla’s $25,000 Car Will Apparently Look Like a Mini Cybertruck
100+Futurism / 10h
Model $ Tesla CEO Elon Musk had to be convinced to renew his EV maker's efforts of building a $25,000 car. Despite being a lot more enthusiastic about a robotaxi, things started looking up when designers showed him a car that had a futuristic design like the long-awaited Cybertruck, as Walter Isaacson, whose biography about the mercurial CEO is coming out next week, told Axios . "When one of thes
Pitch Deck Teardown: Tomorrow University’s $10M Series A deck
23TechCrunch / 10h
Decks for education-based startups are pretty rare. Here's how Tomorrow University landed that $10 million.
TechCrunch+ Roundup: YC Demo Days, blockchain’s killer app, comparing seed investors
TechCrunch / 10h
Most startups never get past the pitch deck stage, so getting an investor to say yes can become a founder’s all-encompassing desire.
We’re All Having Fun Building Iconic Spaceships From Fiction in Starfield
48Gizmodo / 10h
Starfield is the hotly-anticipated, recently-released video game from Bethesda Game Studios, the company behind the likes of other open-world titles like Fallout 4 and Skyrim. Todd Howard’s latest behemoth is a space exploration game in which you play as a planetary miner who stumbles upon an alien artifact, launching… Read more...
'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3' review: The gang's back and Greeker than ever!
Mashable / 10h
Pour yourself a shot of Ouzo and spit away the bad spirits — the Portokalos family is back! And wouldn't you know it? Somebody's getting married in writer/director/star Nia Vardalos's threequel My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 . So, who's walking down the aisle this time? And before they do, will someone use Windex inappropriately in honor of the family's late patriarch, Gus (Michael Constantine)? Will
What to Do When You’re Feeling ‘Touched Out’ As a Parent
Lifehacker / 10h
The early parenting years are a full-contact sport—and the chaotic mix of sleepless nights, tantrums, and physical neediness can often lead to parents feeling “touched out.” From the intensely physical experience of breastfeeding to just generally being seen as a personal jungle gym for your toddler or preschooler, par… Read more...
Ukrainian official claims Elon Musk cost lives by refusing Starlink access during a drone operation
Engadget / 11h
Excerpts from Walter Isaacson's Elon Musk biography are coming to light ahead of its release next week, revealing some new details about the billionaire's decision to provide Ukraine with Starlink access amid the country's war with Russia. According to an excerpt CNN reported on, Musk allegedly told SpaceX workers to shut down Starlink access close to the Crimea coast to prevent a Ukrainian drone
I.R.S. Deploys Artificial Intelligence to Catch Tax Evasion
500+NYT > Technology / 11h
The tax agency is opening examinations into large hedge funds, private equity groups, real estate investors and law firms.
Hisense upstages TCL by adding a gigantic 100-inch micro-LED TV
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Hisense has announced it’s adding a 100-inch mini-LED TVs to its lineup, outdoing the already stacked 98-inch TV market that includes the likes of TCL, Sony and Samsung. The 100-inch Hisense TV, which is part of its U7KQ range in Europe, will be available in September or October 2023 and retail at €3,500-5000 (£5,000), according to FlatpanelsHD . In the US, it will be part of the U8K range and wi
ChatGPT traffic spikes as students return to school
Mashable / 11h
Students are back to school and back to ChatGPT for homework help. At least that's the theory for a slight boost in web traffic according to digital data and analytics company Similarweb. In its report , visits to chat.openai.com increased by 0.4 percent in August — but only in the U.S. Globally, traffic dropped, but only by 3 percent. Similarlweb suggests that ChatGPT traffic is finally leveling
Scientists may have a solution to the International Space Station's fungus problem
Engadget / 11h
Clogs in water recovery systems on the international space station have been so backed up that hoses have had to be sent back to Earth for cleaning and refurbishing. This is thanks to the build up of biofilms: a consortium of microorganisms that stick to each other, and often also to surfaces — the insides of water recover tubing, for instance. These microbial or fungal growths can clog filters i
The Creator of One of Magic: The Gathering's Most Popular Formats Has Died
57Gizmodo / 11h
Sheldon Menery, former TCG journalist and the architect behind Magic: The Gathering ’s multiplayer “Commander” format, has passed away after an extended battle with throat cancer. Read more...
Ink Business Preferred: 8 Reasons To Apply With Best-Ever 100K Bonus
70One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card In recent years we’ve seen business credit cards become more compelling than ever before, as credit card issuers increasingly try to create products that meet the needs of small business owners. The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card ( review ) continues to be one of the most rewarding business cards out there. There’s not another busin
Nook GlowLight 4 Plus eReader Arrives with an Old-School Vibe
How-To Geek / 11h
Available today for $200, the Nook GlowLight 4 Plus eReader combines modern features with big bezels and physical buttons. While competitors like Kindle and Kobo continue making their eReaders more complicated, Barnes & Noble's Nook is sticking to an old-school design philosophy that's very appealing, even if the pricing is a bit rough. Nook GlowLight 4 Plus previously opened to pre-orders in Jul
FAA Slaps SpaceX With 63 Corrective Actions Following Botched Starship Megarocket Launch
90Gizmodo / 11h
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially closed its investigation into the inaugural launch of SpaceX’s in-development megarocket, Starship. The company must now implement 63 corrective measures to secure its next Starship launch license from the FAA. Read more...
YouTube Lets You Sort Videos By Color Now, for Some Reason
Lifehacker / 11h
When you fire up YouTube, what types of videos do you look for? A deep dive on a brand-new video game ? A clip from your favorite movie from 15 years ago? Maybe a cute animation about nuclear war ? That’s all well and good, but why aren’t you searching the right way for your videos—you know, by color? Read more...
Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag can no longer be bought on Steam
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Ubisoft has quietly pulled Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag from Steam, reigniting remake rumors from earlier this year. Although the updated Steam store page still shows the 2013 open-world pirate game, including trailers, images, and reviews, the ability to purchase the game has been removed for a currently unknown reason. The game is still playable for current owners, however (via PC GamesN ). B
Temperature-Related Deaths in the US Could Jump Fivefold by 2100, Study Finds
Gizmodo / 11h
Hot weather is poised to kill many more Americans every year if current trends hold, recent research suggests. It estimates that the U.S. could see 200,000 temperature-related deaths annually by the end of the century in a bad but possible climate scenario—about five times the number of deaths seen today. We might… Read more...
An awesome ‘What’s More Punk Than The Public Library’ t-shirt, which you can buy here. Made by the…
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
fanzines : An awesome ’ What’s More Punk Than The Public Library ’ t-shirt, which you can buy here . Made by the Mount Pleasant Library Friends. [ID: A black t-shirt with white cut-out text in the middle that reads: WHAT’S MORE PUNK THAN THE PUBLIC LIBRARY?]
Smartphone sales could be set for a rebound sooner than expected
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Next year could provide the much-needed respite for smartphone manufacturers, as the market rebounds and consumers start picking up new high-end models in 2024, a new forecast published by market analysts Canalys has claimed. The firm said it expects the smartphone market to fall by 13% this year, mostly due to economic uncertainty, extended device lifetimes, and purchasing cycles. The used smart
This Xbox 360 building set is a nostalgic, Halo-infused thrill
Engadget / 11h
It’s one thing to build a LEGO replica of the Millennium Falcon or something, but rival Mega Bloks just kicked it up a notch. The company’s releasing a 3:4 scale replica of the Xbox 360, complete with the console itself, a controller, and copy of Halo 3. That’s right. You can actually build your own version of Master Chief’s 2007 adventure, as originally spotted by Twitter/X user Wario 64. Though
Hurricane Lee Intensifies Into a Category 5 Storm, Unclear If It Will Make Landfall in the US
Gizmodo / 11h
Lee has intensified into a dangerous Category 5 hurricane in the Caribbean, the first storm to reach that strength in this year’s hurricane season. Read more...
One in Three Dudes Has an STI, Scientists Find
26Futurism / 11h
In news that may have some people swearing eternal celibacy, an international team of scientists has estimated that almost one out of three men on Earth carries at least one variation of the human papillomavirus (HPV) — a common sexually transmitted infection that, depending on your luck , can either be harmless, spark an embarrassing round of genital warts, or cause cancer. And most sobering, th
Find out your iPhone's trade-in value ahead of the big Apple event
Mashable / 11h
Apple is announcing new iPhones next week. You may not have enough money on hand to get one at launch. There's a way to alleviate that. SEE ALSO: Update your iPhone now to fix this critical security flaw With Apple's big event just days away, it's probably prudent to find out the estimated trade-in value of your current iPhone (or Apple Watch , or any other product that gets refreshed at the even
Anti-porn laws: A full list, state-by-state
Mashable / 11h
Imagine you want to watch some porn . Maybe you even paid for it (good for you). But before you take a squirt from the lube , you have to set up decent lighting in your space, get your driver’s license or passport out, take multiple pictures of the document, take selfies of yourself, then take a selfie of you with the document clearly visible, upload everything to an age verification system, and
This Xbox controller rivals the excellent Elite Series 2, and it's $30 off
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $30: As of Sept. 8, the Scuf Instinct Pro Xbox controller (which rivals the Elite Series 2 in many ways) is on sale at GameStop for $30 off the original price — snag one for $199.99 for a limited time. Opens in a new window Credit: Scuf gaming Scuf Instinct Pro controller for Xbox $199.99 at GameStop (save $30) You know what they say: A gamer is only as good as their controller. Okay, nobody
Procreate is releasing a new iPad app for animation - and it looks incredible
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Procreate, the best-selling paid app on iPad for over six years, has unveiled an exciting addition to its arsenal – a new animation app called Procreate Dreams. Following in the footsteps of the widely acclaimed Procreate app, which is a more accessible alternative to traditional digital art software that still offers powerful and complex tools, Procreate Dreams will deliver a touch-centric creat
TPG launches new data-driven valuations for 6 major US airlines — and updates methodology for credit card currencies
93The Points Guy / 11h
The day has finally arrived. After months of development and extensive validation testing, today, TPG is thrilled to launch our new data-driven methodology for valuing some of the most important loyalty programs out there. This approach builds on previous efforts to leverage extensive, real-world inputs to help readers decide when they should use their hard-earned points and miles versus when the
I Commemorated My Baldur's Gate 3 Hero Way Better Than a Fancy Collector's Edition Could
Gizmodo / 11h
A couple of weeks ago, I finally closed the book on my first—inevitably, first of many—playthrough of Baldur’s Gate 3 . My Dragonborn Paladin saved the city, wooed a literal bear man, and became the hero they wanted to be, but I wasn’t quite ready to let go of them just yet. So I got to work on the best tribute I could… Read more...
Three Ways to Make a Juicier Turkey Burger
Lifehacker / 11h
When you’re looking to lay off the red meat and not quite feeling the pull of Impossible burgers, it’s common to try turkey burgers. This move is often followed by a return to beef burgers, because turkey can be so damn dusty. But don’t give up, it’s still a tasty protein, and with a little help it can be downright… Read more...
Judge issues legal permaban, $500K judgment against serial Destiny 2 cheater
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Destiny 2 Enlarge / Artist's conception of the judge getting ready to legally blast the defendant into Destiny 2 's version of non-existence. (credit: Bungie) Just over a year ago, Bungie went to court to try to stop a serial Destiny 2 cheater who had evaded multiple account bans and started publicly threatening Bungie employees. Now, that player has been ordered to pay $500,000 in copyright-base
OpenAI confirms that AI writing detectors don’t work
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images ) Last week, OpenAI published tips for educators in a promotional blog post that shows how some teachers are using ChatGPT as an educational aid, along with suggested prompts to get started. In a related FAQ , they also officially admit what we already know: AI writing detectors don't work, despite frequently being used to punish students with false positives. In a s
The Daughter of the Night walks the land in this week’s Wheel of Time
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Moiraine's on the hunt. (credit: Amazon Studios) Andrew Cunningham and Lee Hutchinson have spent decades of their lives with Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson's Wheel of Time books, and they previously brought that knowledge to bear as they recapped each first season episode of Amazon's new WoT TV series. Now they're doing it again for season two—along with insights, jokes, and the oc
Signs of life in the technology M&A market
TechCrunch / 11h
Today we’re looking at where deals are getting done from a geographic perspective.
Individual Air Nozzles On Airplanes: Why Don’t All Airlines Have Them?
300+One Mile at a Time / 11h
When it comes to airline passenger experience, we all have different things we value. A lot of airlines are laser focused on passenger experience, and invest a lot in new seats, great food and drinks, and more, but then totally ignore one feature that can make a big difference to passengers. I’m talking about individual air nozzles in the passenger service unit, and I wanted to talk more about th
Charlie Kaufman Movies Have Gotten Really Bleak
78Wired / 11h
Previous films like Being John Malkovich and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind had more humor than recent fare like I'm Thinking of Ending Things.
How to Create and Customize a Contact Poster on Your iPhone
How-To Geek / 11h
Contact posters let you make a great first impression by letting you decide how you appear on other Apple devices when calling, exchanging contact info, and more. Here’s how to get started and customize yours.
Man Falls Onto Baggage Claim Carousel And Can’t Get Off
View from the Wing / 11h
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 ...
How to use Google Flights to find cheap flights and maximize your next travel booking
2KThe Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Google has made some changes, turning Google Flights into an even better way to find deals on travel. It’s the one tool I always mention when people ask me how to find better flight prices. This easy-to-use website can help you find the best possible price on airfare (and even hotels). It’s one of the biggest weapons in our arsenal a
Treat yourself to the Dyson Supersonic Origin hair dryer for $130 less than the OG model
Mashable / 12h
Save $100: As of September 8, you can get the Dyson Supersonic Origin hair dryer for $299.99 instead of $399.99 at Dyson — that's a savings of 25% and also $130 less than the cult-favorite, original Supersonic dryer . Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Origin hair dryer $299.99 at Dyson (save $100) At Mashable, we're constantly asking the following questions: Is the $400+ Dyson
Get your hands on Logitech home office essentials for up to 38% off
Mashable / 12h
Maybe you've officially gone back to college , or else are starting to return to the office a few days a week. Maybe you're one of the lucky ones who gets to continue the "WFH and chill" routine. Whatever your September looks like, investing in some new tech that makes your work life easier never hurts — especially when it's on sale. Below, find our top picks of Logitech products that are discoun
Apple's Monarch: Legacy of Monsters trailer pits Kurt Russell against Godzilla
Engadget / 12h
Apple has its fingers in many pies and now it's getting into the monster business with an upcoming TV show. The company has released the first trailer for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters and while the title might not make it super clear, this is very much a Godzilla series . The show is based on Legendary's Monsterverse and it ties into the studio's recent Godzilla movies. It's partially set in the w
The Rapid Intensification of Hurricane Lee Is a Warning
73Wired / 12h
Fueled by warm water and humidity, hurricanes can quickly turn into life-threatening monsters. Get ready for more of this phenomenon as the planet warms.
This secret Starfield feature helps you keep track of unexplored planets
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
It turns out Starfield has a hidden feature to help you chart your way across the galaxy - and not many players know about it. As reported by GamesRadar , a Starfield player has shared a post on the game's official subreddit, explaining how they have discovered a secret star map feature that keeps track of where players have traveled to in the galaxy. "I'm level 34 and I JUST realized this about
22 of the Scariest Horror Movies Streaming on Netflix
20Lifehacker / 12h
For some, spooky season begins sometime in late August—at least, that’s when Target puts out the animatronic skeletons and ghost projectors, and it’s not long after that your favorite old retail spaces are possessed by Spirit Halloween outlets. For others, spooky season runs throughout the year, with maybe a little… Read more...
Reddit users on mobile can now translate posts into other languages
24TechCrunch / 12h
Reddit is giving users the ability to translate posts into other languages. There will be eight different languages available to start — including English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch and Swedish. To translate a Reddit post, users click on the “translate” button at the top underneath the Redditor’s username. Users must choose their preferred […]
How to Hear Who's Calling Your Android Phone
47How-To Geek / 12h
Who's calling me now? It's a question everyone has asked. Smartphones make it easy to see who's calling before you answer, but what if you didn't even have to look at the screen? The Google Phone app can announce it.
Microsoft says it will defend AI Copilot users from copyright infringement lawsuits
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Microsoft has made a fairly seismic move by confirming it will protect users of its Copilot AI tool against any claims of IP infringement. The announcement, part of Microsoft's Copilot Copyright Commitment, could be one of the most important events to affect the AI industry, not to mention ruffling a few feathers. In a blog post , the company confirmed: “if you are challenged on copyright grounds
6 Reasons To Get The World Of Hyatt Business Card
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Link: Apply now for the World of Hyatt Business Card The $199 annual fee World of Hyatt Business Credit Card ( review ) is Hyatt’s only business credit card. While I’d argue that the World of Hyatt Credit Card ( review ) is all-around more lucrative , there’s still potentially quite a bit of value to be had in picking up the business version of the card as well. I applied for the World of Hyatt B
10 Nerdy Niche Streamers Worth Checking Out
Gizmodo / 12h
Every month, the io9 Nerd’s Watch rounds up the best sci-fi, fantasy, and horror titles coming to streamers like Netflix , Hulu, Prime Video , Disney+, Apple TV+ , Max, Paramount+, Peacock, and Shudder. Shudder’s on the following list of streamers that specialize in more niche and cult offerings, but the rest are all… Read more...
Florida Man Arrested for Trying to Cross Ocean in "Hamster Wheel"... Again
100+Futurism / 12h
Fool Me Once If at first you don't succeed, try, try again — well, until the Coast Guard arrests you. As The New York Times reports , 51-year-old Reza Baluchi was arrested last week off of Florida's Eastern coast while attempting to traverse the Atlantic Ocean by way of a rigged-out, human-powered hamster wheel of sorts, which Baluchi lovingly dubs his "hydropod." The Florida resident, who's also
Why is tutorial porn so popular right now?
Mashable / 12h
20-year-old Katie loves tutorial porn . The university student, who is using her first name only for privacy reasons, tells Mashable that it helped her to understand sex during a time where it "completely confused" her. She felt that everyone was having sex on campus except for her and she felt really intimated about having sex for the first time. "My flatmate recommended tutorial porn to me afte
You Can Get OfficeSuite for $45 Right Now
Lifehacker / 12h
OfficeSuite is a Microsoft Office alternative on sale for $44.99 right now . The Personal Plan includes Documents, Sheets, Slides, Mail, and PDF, all of which are fully compatible with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace file formats for viewing and editing. Read more...
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review: A little too big, a little too expensive
Engadget / 12h
For Samsung, bigger is often better. The company led the way in popularizing the gigantic smartphones most of us now use, so it’s no surprise that it’s also made some shockingly large tablets recently. In this year's Galaxy Tab S9 series , there are 11- and 12.4-inch models that line up well with Apple's two iPad Pros. And then there's the $1,200 Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, a 14.6-inch behemoth that's n
What Is An XML File (And How Do I Open One)?
24How-To Geek / 12h
A file with the .xml file extension is an Extensible Markup Language (XML) file. These are really just plain text files that use custom tags to describe the structure and other features of the document.
American’s Relations With Flight Attendants Come To A Head Today
View from the Wing / 12h
Relations with American Airlines flight attendants are about to come to a head. The company has committed to delivering an economic proposal to the cabin crew’s union by the end of the day. It is not going to meet their demands. Continue reading ...
What it’s like staying at the new W Toronto Hotel
23The Points Guy / 12h
If forgettable, cookie-cutter corporate hotels don’t excite you, Marriott’s W brand could be the answer for your next stay. Unapologetically mixing music, fashion and design, W properties offer an accommodation experience where nothing is taken too seriously. After a positive stay Down Under at the W
