John Wick TV spin-off directors defend controversial Mel Gibson casting: 'He was the best man for the job'
500+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The Continental: From the World of John Wick 's directors have attempted to justify Mel Gibson's controversial casting in the spin-off show. Speaking exclusively to TechRadar, Albert Hughes and Charlotte Brändström defended the actor's casting in the prequel series, which drew heavy criticism when his involvement was announced in October 2021. Gibson has become embroiled in multiple controversies
Military Loses F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet, Asks Public for Help Finding It
100Gizmodo / 2h
The Marine Corps lost an F-35B Lightning II fighter jet following a training “mishap” on Sunday. Military personnel are asking for help locating the F-35 jet after the pilot ejected himself from the F-35 and parachuted safely to the ground around 2 p.m. near Charleston, South Carolina. Read more...
17 iOS 17 features we're very excited about
61Mashable / 6h
Did you hear? iOS 17 launched today, along with more than 100 new features, from StandBy to adaptive audio. Some features won't be available today but will be included in other updates of iOS 17, including AirDrop updates, the Journal app, the catch-up arrow, and Apple Music collaboration. We don't have an exact date for these drops, but there are plenty of features to dig your teeth into while w
How social engineering takes advantage of your kindness
Engadget / 7min
Last week, MGM Resorts disclosed a massive systems issue that reportedly rendered slot machines, room keys and other critical devices inoperable. What elaborate methods were required to crack a nearly $34 billion casino and hotel empire? According to the hackers themselves (and seemingly confirmed by a source speaking with Bloomberg ), all it took was a ten minute phone call . The alleged hackers
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 Are Now Available
How-To Geek / 7min
Today marks the launch of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. These long-awaited updates add several features to the iPhone and iPad, including StandBy Mode , improved AirDrop sharing, a Journal app, and personalized full-screen calling cards. Unfortunately, some of the features introduced in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 won't be available until later this year. If your iPhone or iPad doesn't update automatically, you
AMD unleashes intriguing new EPYC server CPUs — and its main feature could be key for Ryzen’s future
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8min
AMD has finally launched its EPYC 8004-series processors, a dozen of them, with a new SP6 socket and up to 64 Zen-4c cores (128 threads). The Siena CPU range completes the family whose other members include Genoa (high performance), Genoa-X (big cache) and Bergamo (cloud native). In AMD’s own words, Siena is a new swim lane in its core roadmap. The top of the range model, the single-socket 8534P,
With iOS 17, the iPhone feels like a mature platform
TechCrunch / 11min
Just a few months before Apple launches the Apple Vision Pro with a brand new operating system, Apple is releasing iOS 17 for the iPhone. Yes, 17 feels like a big number. And in many ways, iOS has reached a point of stability and maturity that we are all looking for. If you’re updating from […]
Apple’s iOS 17 is now available to download
TechCrunch / 11min
Apple has just released the new version of iOS, the company’s operating system for the iPhone. iOS 17 is a free download and it works with the iPhone X or later, as well as the second- and third-generation iPhone SE. Apple is also releasing major updates to watchOS, iPadOS and tvOS today. I would say […]
Camo releases its Studio app for iPad with support for external gear
TechCrunch / 11min
Apple is making iPadOS 17 available to users today, and one of the most notable features for creators is the support for attaching USB-based cameras and mics. To take advantage of the feature, Reincubate, the company behind Camo, is releasing Camo Studio for iPad as a free app. The new app is geared towards content […]
Use the 'Jigsaw Method' to Study Complex Topics
Lifehacker / 11min
Yes, studying alone and in a quiet space is extremely useful most of the time—but there are instances when studying with someone else can be even more beneficial. For instance, dividing work among the members of a group can help you tackle a huge amount of text and new information. It’s called the jigsaw method and… Read more...
Snag a LELO Smart Wand 2 for less than $100 on Amazon
Mashable / 26min
SAVE $99.71: As of Sept. 18, you can get the LELO Smart Wand 2 (large) on Amazon for just $99.29, down from $199. That's $99.71 less than the original listing price. Opens in a new window Credit: LELO LELO Smart Wand 2 Large $99.29 at Amazon (save $99.71) OK, so we know what you're thinking — this has got to be a joke, right? Amazon isn't exactly the best place to find deals on reputable or high-
Sonos Move 2 Review: Powerful and Punchy Portable Speaker
Wired / 28min
The outdoor offering from the multiroom system king has had a big revamp for detailed tunes with more power, but it's not an unqualified success.
Chucky's New Season 3 Trailer Promises 'the Bloodiest Halloween Yet'
Gizmodo / 28min
Chucky’s invasion of Washington, DC commences in early October—and his namesake show will keep the murderous vibes going into election year. A new trailer for season three of Chucky gives us our best look yet at the killer doll ’s latest power-grab scheme, and the “Kids in America” who will try to stop him. Read more...
Amazon Offers a $15 Credit Ahead of Its Prime Big Deal Days Event
How-To Geek / 36min
Amazon is preparing to kick off Prime Big Deal Days, which runs October 10th and 11th. This Prime-exclusive sales event will provide deep discounts on name-brand items ahead of the holiday shopping season. But in typical Amazon fashion, early deals are already available, and customers can now sign up for invite-only deals on hot ticket items. You can even save on items outside of the Amazon websi
Use 'Close Reading' to Retain Every Detail When You Study
Lifehacker / 40min
When you’re assigned to read a text, you’re supposed to take away some big-picture ideas. To get to that broad understanding, though, you should use a method that is all about being detail-oriented. It’s called “close reading,” and it will help you grasp the overall message of whatever you read. Read more...
RoboFab is ready to build 10,000 humanoid robots per year
TechCrunch / 41min
Humanoid robots are pretty cool, and Agility Robotics‘ bipedal robot Digit is up there in terms of advanced tech (it even has a face!). Today, the company announced it’s getting ready to crank up its RoboFab, which can build more than 10,000 Digits per year. Obvious Skynet jokes aside, I, for one, welcome our new […]
6 ways that American Airlines could enhance Loyalty Points
The Points Guy / 42min
It’s been a year and a half since American Airlines launched Loyalty Points , an entirely different way to qualify for AAdvantage elite status . Instead of solely crediting status based on flight activity, American flyers can also earn status through non-flight activities such as staying at hotels, spending on cobranded credit cards and using the airline’s shopping portal. When Loyalty Points wer
GE is working on AI-powered ultrasounds to combat pediatric and maternal mortality rates
Engadget / 43min
GE Health says it plans to develop an AI-assisted ultrasound imaging tool that is so easy to use, that even healthcare providers without specialized training will be able to operate it. The device's research and development will be funded by a $44 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which has historically invested in the roll-out of new technologies in resource-poor settings t
Microsoft internal emails reveal plans to stream PC games through Xbox Cloud Gaming
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 50min
According to internal emails revealed during the FTC v. Microsoft case, Microsoft has been planning to stream PC games through Xbox Cloud Gaming . As The Verge reports , the internal emails show that the company has been planning on expanding its Xbox Cloud Gaming service by adding PC games , a decision that was originally in response to Google Stadia 's existence. Xbox's service currently allows
Samsung The Frame art TVs will show more masterpieces from the Met Museum
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 50min
We really like Samsung's The Frame TV, which becomes an electronic art gallery when you're not streaming shows or playing on your PS5. And now your potential art collection just got a whole lot bigger. Samsung has announced that it's adding a further 38 pieces to the Art Store on its The Frame TVs from New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. The images include Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" and Dega
Cloud changes are to blame for nearly all cyber-attacks
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 50min
Of all the vulnerabilities an organization’s system has, the majority sit within its cloud environment, a new report from cybersecurity researchers Unit 42, part of Palo Alto Networks, has found. As per the report, four in five (80%) of all flaws reside in the cloud . Of those flaws, the most common ones are web framework takeover (22%), remote access services (20%), and IT security and networkin
The Sea Brings Peril in Rebecca Roanhorse's Final Between Earth and Sky Book
Gizmodo / 53min
Rebecca Roanhorse ’s blockbuster Between Earth and Sky fantasy trilogy —“inspired by the civilizations of the Pre-Columbian Americas and woven into a tale of celestial prophecies, political intrigue, and forbidden magic”—began with 2021's Black Sun, and continued earlier this year with Fevered Star. Conclusion Mirrored… Read more...
You Can Get a $30 Gift Card With a New Costco Membership
Lifehacker / 54min
Costco is the best warehouse club store you can join (and not only because of those hot dogs), and right now is an especially good time to do so if you haven’t already: For a limited time, you can get a year of Gold Star membership for $60 and receive a $30 in-store gift card . Here’s what you need to know. Read more...
WordPress is coming to the fediverse
Mashable / 55min
The fediverse is expanding. WordPress released version 1.0.0 of the ActivityPub plugin last week, allowing users to connect their WordPress blog to other social media platforms on the fediverse like Mastodon. Once bloggers install the new plugin, users can follow them on other platforms and see their posts directly on those feeds. The update also makes it possible for bloggers to receive updates
iPhone 15 charging speed may be just as slow as iPhone 14
Mashable / 55min
There is plenty to look forward to with the new iPhone 15, but faster charging may not be one of them. The new-generation iPhone uses USB-C charging , which buoyed hopes that it would charge faster than previous models that relied on Apple's Lightning charging ports. New rumors, however, suggest that may not be the case. Mac Rumors and Apple Insider both wrote about a new report from the Japanese
iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17 are all available to download now
Ars Technica - All content / 56min
Enlarge Apple is releasing the initial versions of most of its major operating system updates today, following their announcement at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference in June and the unveiling of new iPhone and Apple Watch hardware last week. Compatible devices can now download the iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17 updates without signing up for one of Apple's beta programs.
Unity promises “changes” to install fee plans as developer fallout continues
Ars Technica - All content / 56min
Enlarge / Unity says it will be announcing changes to its recently revealed fee structure in the coming days. (credit: Unity) After nearly a week of protracted developer anger over a newly announced runtime fee of up to $0.20 per game install, Unity says it will be "making changes" to that policy and will share a further update "in a couple of days." In a late Sunday social media post , Unity off
Panos Panay, leader of the Surface and Windows teams, is leaving Microsoft
Ars Technica - All content / 56min
Enlarge / Microsoft's Surface Pro 9. Panos Panay has been in charge of the Surface line since its inception. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Microsoft's Panos Panay, who has been in charge of the Surface hardware line for its entire existence and of Windows development since 2020, is leaving the company, according to a press release Microsoft sent out today. Panay's duties on the Surface and Windows
Review: Hilton Munich Airport, Germany
One Mile at a Time / 1h
During my recent trip to Germany with my parents , I ended up having an unscheduled overnight in Munich. I had flown Lufthansa’s Airbus A319 business class from Frankfurt to Munich, and then my connecting flight to Zurich on SWISS that evening ended up being canceled . I spent the night at the Hilton Munich Airport on SWISS’ dime, along with receiving EU261 compensation . I was only at the hotel
TikTok's Tube Girl has everyone talking
Mashable / 1h
On TikTok , videos filmed in public are nothing new. People record themselves on packed streets and college campuses, in coffee shops and parks. But recording yourself on public transport — especially while dancing — is enough to cause waves. London's Tube Girl has proved that. If you've been on the app lately, it's likely you've seen a girl filming herself on London's underground trains, each vi
The Marvelettes
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Forget Amazon – the big new retailer to look out for this Black Friday is TikTok
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Fall is in the air, which means Black Friday deals are near, and a new and unlikely retailer has plans to win the November holiday - TikTok. While TikTok is known for viral videos, the social media app just launched a new online marketplace, TikTok Shop , which allows you to buy products directly from the app, and the retailer now has plans to take a piece of this year's Black Friday pie. Accordi
Exclusive: Hostinger mobile update allows website creation and editing on your smartphone
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Hostinger has introduced an update to its website builder that allows users to edit their work using only a smartphone. The new mobile editor update aims to simplify the overall website building process, enabling users to build and manage websites even while on the go. The redesigned UI and touch-friendly controls will help Hostinger users easily switch between desktop and mobile to continue work
The Elder Scrolls 6 is “expected 2026 or later”, according to new court document
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
According to a new court document revealed from the FTC v. Microsoft case, The Elder Scrolls 6 is expected to be released sometime during or after 2026, and is seemingly planned to be released solely on PC and Xbox ( via The Verge ). This information was revealed in a chart showcasing “Microsoft’s approach following acquisitions since 2018”. The same chart makes reference to other titles, includi
Google Quietly Removes ‘Written By People’ From Suggestions for Website Owners
Gizmodo / 1h
Google quietly removed the suggestion that the text of a website should be “written by people” from its guidance for site owners who want to do better in search results, a change first spotted by Search Engine Land . The change will likely accelerate the deluge of AI-generated content that’s already beginning to spread… Read more...
Carrot Weather for iOS 17 introduces a voice impersonation feature and more
TechCrunch / 1h
Apple’s iOS 17 update arrives today, and many apps are rolling out updates to support the new features. One app in particular is Carrot Weather, the weather app that delivers hilarious daily forecasts. The app launched a variety of new features, such as a voice impersonation feature, weather widgets and more. Thanks to Apple’s new […]
How long do balance transfers take?
The Points Guy / 1h
Initiating a balance transfer can be one of the best ways to save money on your next major credit card payment. Put simply, a balance transfer allows debt to be moved from one credit card account to another — ideally, from a high-interest card to a lower-interest card — making for a smaller monthly payment and saving you money. But how long do balance transfers take? Here’s what you need to know.
Right-to-Repair Laws as of 2023—and Why It Matters to You
How-To Geek / 1h
In recent years, the "right-to-repair" movement has created a lot of buzz. From online forums to legislative houses, discussions on whether people should be allowed to fix stuff they own —and the broader implications of that—gained momentum.
How a pioneering mixed-gender newsroom covered the A-bomb
Engadget / 1h
Modern tech journalism would likely look far differently today, if not for the efforts of Dorothy Vaughan, Katherine Johnson and a host of other trailblazing female reporters who staffed the Science Service throughout the publication's history. These journalists were among the very first science communicators, making sense of the newfangled technological wonders of the 1920s through 1950s and bri
American Airlines Has A New Policy For Where Musical Instruments Can Sit On A Plane
View from the Wing / 1h
Department of Transportation rules are clear about airlines accommodating musical instruments on board their aircraft. But these rules aren't often well-understood. Continue reading ...
The iPhone 15 Pro Max may not be easy to get this year. Here's why.
Mashable / 1h
Demand plus production delays means it might be tougher for Apple users to get their hands on the iPhone 15 Pro Max. According to Apple insider Ming-Chi Kuo , the iPhone 15 Pro Max has been selling strong since it was announced at last week's Apple event. The device, along with the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, and iPhone 15 Pro, became available for preorder at the conclusion of the event. Kuo says
Is being bi a choice? 37 percent of Americans think so.
Mashable / 1h
It's Bisexual Awareness Week, the time of year where bi people shed their invisible skins to be seen by the world. Just kidding; it's a time of celebrating bisexuality online and off. According to a recent survey by the dating app Pure , however, stereotypes about bi people persist even in 2023. Thirty-seven percent of Americans believe that, unlike being gay or straight, bisexuality is a choice.
AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging port are finally a reality — here's how to preorder them for $49 off
Mashable / 1h
Save $49.01: The upgraded second-generation AirPods Pro come with a new USB-C charging port, and as of Sept. 18, a discounted price of just $199.99 at Best Buy. You can pre-order the earbuds for this 19% discount of their $249 MSRP today, and they'll be officially released come Sept. 22. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple USB-C AirPods Pro $199.99 at Best Buy (save $49.01) In typical September f
The Google Nest Hub Max will no longer support two of the biggest meeting apps
Engadget / 1h
Google is continuing its shift away from smart devices by discontinuing support for both Zoom and Google Meet on its Nest Hub Max, 9to5Google reported . Some users have started receiving notifications that they can no longer join meetings from the device beginning September 28. The news follows Zoom's July announcement that Nest Hub Max support will end for the video calling service on September
Starbucks Account “System Error”: What’s Going On?
How-To Geek / 1h
Starbucks, like many other coffee shop and restaurant chains, has its own mobile app and desktop site for placing orders and storing a gift card balance. The app and website are supposed to speed up the ordering process, and even give you rewards over time, but they're causing headaches for many people who have been unable to access their accounts for months. Even worse, some have a gift card bal
Titanfall 2 fans rejoice - Respawn has fixed the matchmaking servers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Titanfall 2 players are rushing to the game's multiplayer after Respawn quietly fixed the matchmaking server issues. For a few years, issues have plagued Titanfall 2 's online servers that have made the game nearly unplayable, with some problems mainly revolving around matchmaking and stopping players from finding games. However, it looks like they may been finally solved (via Eurogamer ). One us
Upgraded Linear Accelerator in California Achieves First Light, Poised to Transform X-Ray Science
Gizmodo / 1h
Engineers who have toiled on the world’s most powerful X-ray laser for over a decade have finally achieved first light with the instrument, meaning that science with the newly energized machine is nearly upon us. Read more...
Microsoft’s Panos Panay leaves company after nearly 20 years
Engadget / 1h
Panos Panay is leaving Microsoft after 19 years with the company, as confirmed via an official tweet. He’s been operating as the chief product officer with Microsoft, heading up Windows 11 development and the company’s Surface line. Rajesh Jha, Microsoft’s vice president of experience and devices, broke the news in an email to employees, as reported by The Verge. Panay was hired on by Microsoft b
How to watch and follow Amazon's 2023 Devices event
Engadget / 1h
It's almost time for Amazon's annual fall hardware event , where the company typically announces a bunch of upcoming devices, including new entries for its ereader and smart speaker lines. On September 20, the company will stage Devices at its second headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. Amazon will not be streaming it to the public, but Engadget will be there to liveblog so you can follow along a
Your Nest Hub Max Is Losing Video Calling
How-To Geek / 1h
For many families, the Nest Hub Max is about to become a paperweight. Nest Hub Max will lose support for Google Meet on September 28th, and Zoom will leave the platform two days later. This marks the end of video calls on Nest Hub Max, assuming that Google doesn't roll out a new video call solution. Going forward, if you want to make video calls on a smart display, Amazon Echo is your best option
How to Change Your Screen Brightness on Windows 11
How-To Geek / 1h
If you own a Windows 11 laptop, tablet, or all-in-one PC, it's easy to change your built-in screen's brightness with a couple clicks (or taps) thanks to the Quick Settings menu or the Settings app. Here's how.
Loki season 2 has a new Disney Plus release date – and it's good news for Marvel fans
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Loki season 2 has received a new release date on Disney Plus, and it's good news for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe ( MCU ) – well, unless you're a UK-based viewer, anyway. Revealed in a tweet on Marvel Studios' official X (formerly Twitter) account, Loki season 2 will officially launch a day earlier than expected in the US. The hugely popular Disney Plus series will now debut on Thursdays
Keep your furry friends close with $35 off the Cube GPS tracker
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $35: As of Sept. 18, you can score a Cube GPS tracker at Best Buy for just $64.99, down from $99.99. That's a $35 discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Cube Cube Vehicle and Pet GPS Tracker $64.99 at Best Buy (save $35) If you're a pet owner, you're probably well aware of the fear that instills whenever you're not 100% sure where your beloved furball is. And while AirTags are a quick fix f
UK’s competition watchdog drafts principles for ‘responsible’ generative AI
TechCrunch / 1h
An initial review of generative AI by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) which was announced back in May has concluded with a report containing seven proposed principles to “ensure consumer protection and healthy competition are at the heart of responsible development and use of foundation models” (FMs), as it puts it. The principles […]
Wix wants to help you sell products both online and in person
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Wix has announced the availability of Tap to Pay on Android in the US to help SMBs easily carry out more in-person transactions. Processing these payments is made possible through a partnership with Stripe and is a move that now allows Wix customers to use Tap to Pay on almost any device, further to the support that was added for iPhone users six months ago. This approach aims to cater to the gro
Star Fox programmer thinks modern efforts in the franchise miss elements
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Star Fox is one of Nintendo’s most iconic franchises, but Dylan Cuthbert, who served as a programmer on the original title (and in total was a lead developer on four of the series’ games), believes that “some of the more recent titles” missed out important elements that made the original game what it was. Speaking to VGC , Cuthbert said he's “sure” that the series will return at some point, and s
With a Small Hop, SpaceX Rival Edges Closer to Developing the World's First Fully Reusable Rocket
Gizmodo / 1h
During a 15-second test flight, Stoke Space launched Hopper2 and landed the prototype upper stage in what is a major milestone in the company’s plans to develop a fully reusable rocket. Read more...
Five Home Renovations Never Worth Doing Yourself
Lifehacker / 2h
When you choose to complete a home-renovation project yourself , the draw is often the savings you can rack up by bypassing labor costs. But there are some projects that just aren’t worth doing yourself. Some can cost you more in the long run and can look terrible if not done right–while others are outright… Read more...
Lyft to pay $10M fine to SEC for failure to disclose board member’s role in pre-IPO share sale
TechCrunch / 2h
Lyft has agreed to pay a $10 million fine over a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charge that the ride-hailing company failed to disclose a board director’s role in the sale of $424 million worth of private shares before its initial public offering. The SEC said Monday that prior to Lyft’s IPO in March 2019, […]
Loki Season 2 Will Now Air on Thursday Nights
Gizmodo / 2h
When Loki returns for a second season next month, it’s doing so a couple of hours earlier than expected. Disney has now confirmed that the sophomore season of the Marvel series will air on Thursday nights, starting October 5. Read more...
Would-be X competitor T2 Social is now called Pebble (no, not that Pebble)
Engadget / 2h
Just like X (formerly Twitter), would-be competitor T2 Social has a new name, and it’s one that might ring a bell. Starting today, the service is called Pebble. And no, it's not a revival of the e-ink smartwatch company of yore. Pebble said in an email to users that T2, which is run by former X/Twitter employees, was a placeholder name. It opted for Pebble after reviewing more than 60 options. Th
How to Zip or Unzip Files From the Linux Terminal
23How-To Geek / 2h
ZIP files are a universal archive commonly used on Windows, macOS, and even Linux systems. You can create a zip archive or unzip files from one with some common Linux terminal commands.
Marvel's Avengers price drops to just $3.99 ahead of delisting
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The price of Marvel's Avengers on all platforms has been dropped before the game gets delisted later this month. Crystal Dynamics shared a post today reminding players that Marvel's Avengers will be delisted on September 30 and that the game will no longer be purchasable. The company stated that "while the game will no longer be for sale, the game will remain playable for owners largely as it is
Amazon Officially Announces Prime Big Deal Days for 2023
Lifehacker / 2h
Amazon just announced Prime Big Deal Days , a Prime-member-exclusive savings event, that will run from Oct. 10 at 3 a.m. ET through Oct 11. Amazon will offer personalized recommendations based on your prior shopping activity, browsing history, and any products saved in your lists, and will feature deals from Dyson,… Read more...
How (and why) you should connect your personal account to Uber for Business
The Points Guy / 2h
Many of us travel for both personal and business reasons, and sometimes, it’s hard to keep them separate. And with the continued trend toward blended travel, where trips have both leisure and business purposes, this is even more challenging. The last thing you want is to charge a personal expense to a business card (or vice versa). That’s what makes Uber for Business so powerful. With a business
Blockchain Capital launches two new funds for a total of $580M
TechCrunch / 2h
The crypto bear market may be ongoing, but Blockchain Capital is still going big. It closed two new funds for a total of $580 million, the firm’s general partner Spencer Bogart told TechCrunch. The two venture funds, its sixth early-stage fund and its first “opportunity fund,” are allocated roughly two-thirds and one-third of the $580 […]
Bird Buddy, the AI-powered bird feeder startup, now lets anyone use its app to birdwatch
TechCrunch / 2h
Bird Buddy, the startup behind multiple AI-powered smart bird feeders, including the recently announced smart Hummingbird Feeder and Bird Bath, is today launching its latest product — and it’s not another bird feeder. Instead, the company is debuting a new digital product called Bird Buddy Explore, which allows anyone to browse feeds from Bird Buddy […]
HP's Spectre Foldable PC is exactly the kind of thing Apple should be making
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
OK, foldable laptops. They're very new indeed and, as with so many new products in their infancy, they're expensive. The HP Spectre Foldable PC costs $5,000 , which is a lot even by Apple's MacBook Pro standards. But I'd wager that it's Apple's logo that should be on the back of this thing, not HP's. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not bashing HP here. I'm of course very glad that the Spectre Foldabl
My Venture X Business Application Experience
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Business ( Rates & Fees ) We recently saw the online launch of the Capital One Venture X Business , which is Capital One’s premium travel business card. When cards are still new, there are a lot of questions about who is eligible for the card, who is eligible for the bonus, etc. In this post I wanted to take a look at everything you need to know about
Joby Aviation selects Dayton, Ohio for first scaled electric air taxi factory
TechCrunch / 2h
Joby Aviation has selected Dayton, Ohio as the new site for its first scaled electric aircraft factory, with the company preparing to invest up to $500 million in the new site as it looks to start selling air taxi rides as soon as 2025. Today’s announcement puts to rest months of speculation on the location […]
Geopolitics complicates Apple’s relationship with China
37Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 - A light box advertising Huawei Mate 60 mobile phone is seen in front of the Apple store on Nanjing Road in Shanghai, China, September 13, 2023. (credit: CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty ) In March, Tim Cook was among the first batch of foreign executives to land in Beijing to court high-level officials after the lifting of pandemic-era restriction
Stoke Space hops its upper stage, leaping toward a fully reusable rocket
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / Stoke Space's Hopper 2 takes to the skies on Sunday in Moses Lake, Washington. (credit: Stoke Space) At an airfield in Eastern Washington on Sunday, the small launch company Stoke Space flew its upper stage for the first time. The flight was, admittedly, rather modest. The second-stage rocket only ascended to about 30 feet (9 meters) and traveled just several feet down range. The entire
A Key Question in Google’s Trial: How Formidable Is Its Data Advantage?
33NYT > Technology / 2h
The government states that data is “oxygen for a search engine” and that Google’s anticompetitive behavior has given it a data fortress. Google says innovation explains its success.
Updates From Our Flag Means Death, Saw X, and More
Gizmodo / 2h
John Carpenter has high hope for the Christine remake. Get ready for spooky season with a trio of horror trailers. Plus, what’s coming on FLCL Grunge. Spoilers, away! Read more...
Chief Product Officer Panos Panay is out at Microsoft
TechCrunch / 2h
Chief Product Officer and longtime Surface evangelist Panos Panay is out at Microsoft, the executive has confirmed. The news arrives days before a New York City event set to debut new Surface hardware. Panay had been at Microsoft for nearly 20 years, beginning with a stint as Group Program Manager, PC hardware, back in 2004. […]
How to Escape Spaces in File Paths on the Windows Command Line
How-To Geek / 2h
Command-line environments like the Windows Command Prompt and PowerShell use spaces to separate commands and arguments — but file and folder names can also contain spaces. To specify a file path with a space inside it, you'll need to "escape" it.
Don’t miss the Visa Everywhere Initiative Fintech Pitch-Off at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
TechCrunch / 2h
TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 is right around the corner and, fans of fintech, there’s a pitch-off event you won’t want to miss! We’re talking about the Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI) 2023 Global Finals, and it’s taking place September 19 on the Fintech Stage. Visa Everywhere Initiative 2023 Global Finals pitch-off at TC Disrupt 2023 Be in […]
Netflix's new slasher comedy could be this year's surprise horror delight, based on the trailer
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
If you've ever endured any kind of corporate team-building activity you probably ended up feeling a little bit murderous – and that's something Netflix 's new horror comedy movie, The Conference , seems to riff on smartly, based. on its trailer. With most team-building events, the worst that can happen is being bored to death by people throwing things up the flagpole to see who salutes. In this S
We Checked in With the Scientists Who Discovered That Mysterious "Orb" Thing Two Miles Underwater
Futurism / 2h
A delicate coral, the color of a cherry blossom or a peony, moves gently with the water, each of its intricate arms outfitted with curled, spindle-like fingers. Unlike some of its relatives, this coral is skeleton-free — almost gelatinous in appearance, and see-through around the edges. The camera, outfitted to the side of a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) remote-operated v
heaveninawildflower: ‘The Knight and the Spectre’ (before...
Music, Arts & Literature / 3h
heaveninawildflower : ‘The Knight and the Spectre’ (before 1886) by Richard Doyle (British, 1824-1883) Watercolour. © The Trustees of the British Museum. Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) license
Why I love the Hilton Aspire card from Amex — and I’m determined to make it work even harder
The Points Guy / 3h
I have 24 credit cards right now, and it’s getting hard to justify continuing to pay for the annual fees for all of them since the costs continue to skyrocket (ahem, The Platinum Card® from American Express ). As hard as it is to keep paying the annual fee on my Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card , it’s one premium card I haven’t really considered downgrading. The card’s benefits easily m
Bride Walks Down Aircraft Aisle With Crown Made Of Snacks And Toilet Paper Bouquet [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 3h
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 ...
Anker charging gear and power banks are up to 50 percent off right now
Engadget / 3h
We're entering the season of long scenic drives and holiday parties, which means lots of time using your devices away from home and needing a quick recharge wherever you are. Currently, this is doable for a much lower cost, with Amazon running a sale on Anker's power banks and fast-charging plug-ins . The deals include Anker's 511 Power Bank , available for 50 percent off, dropping from $40 to $2
The Best Subwoofers of 2023
95How-To Geek / 3h
Whether it's for music or movies, a subwoofer will improve almost any sort of audio. If you're not familiar with them, it can be tough to choose the perfect subwoofer for you, which is what we're here for.
Azure cloud storage hacked with stolen Microsoft accounts - here's what you need to know
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Threat actors known as BlackCat (also known as ALPHV) are now using stolen Microsoft accounts to target Azure cloud storage business users. A report from cybersecurity researchers Sophos claims the attackers are using a new variant of a known ransomware strain in their attacks. The report was based on an analysis of a victim which was also a client of Sophos. When the company investigated a breac
Windows 11 update reportedly causes havoc, from gaming glitches to boot failures
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Windows 11’s latest cumulative update has been triggering a whole heap of problems going by a bunch of online reports, including causing havoc for PC gamers in some cases. This is KB5030219, the compulsory update for September that was released last week and piped to Windows 11 22H2 systems. Windows Latest spotted a catalog of reported gremlins in the works with KB5030219, and that includes the u
MaxMyPoint: Useful Hotel Award Search Tool
39One Mile at a Time / 3h
I’m writing a series of posts about some of the tools and services I most use for managing, earning, and redeeming points. While I often mention these websites and services in passing, I’ve never written dedicated posts about them, so that’s what I’m doing now. In this post I wanted to talk about how and why I use MaxMyPoint , which is a website that makes finding hotel award availability easy. I
Twitter/X rival T2 rebrands as ‘Pebble,’ saying the old name was never meant to be permanent
TechCrunch / 3h
An X challenger didn’t hide its ambitions to take on the social network formerly known as Twitter when it dubbed itself T2 at launch, but now that name — one which indicates a desire to build a Twitter clone — is no more. The company announced on its platform that the would-be X rival will […]
Winning Time season 2 was a slam dunk with audiences – so, of course, Max canceled it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty has been cancelled after its critically-acclaimed two-season run. The sports drama series, which aired on Max in the US, Sky in the UK, and Binge in Australia, won't return to the basketball court for a third runout. That's according to multiple news outlets, including The Hollywood Reporter (THR), with the announcement coming minutes after the show's
Funko's New York Comic-Con Star Wars Exclusives Are a Galactic Gaming Treat
Gizmodo / 3h
New York Comic-Con is almost upon us and Funko has exclusively shared some of their Star Wars Pop! and Loungefly lineup with io9. Read more...
Expensive airfare and increasing gas prices: Here’s how you can save on holiday travel
85The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. It’s been a huge year for travel. This summer proved to be the busiest ever for U.S. airports, with the TSA screening a record 227.5 million passengers between Memorial Day weekend and Fourth of July. And while there were some hiccups — such as United’s operational challenges in late June — there’s hope the holiday season might go mu
This 9-Inch Car Display Screen Is $105 Right Now
Lifehacker / 3h
This quick-install 9-inch car display is on sale for $104.99 right now (reg. $289.99). It can use self-adhesive or suction-based mounts to attach to your car’s dashboard and plugs into the lighter port for power. (Obviously, you’ll need a working lighter port for complete installation.) Once paired with your phone,… Read more...
How to Remove Write Protection on Windows 10
50How-To Geek / 3h
Did you get a "disk is write protected" error when trying to copy files or format your drive? This can be a troublesome issue. So what's causing it, and how do you remove this error? Today we'll find out.
7 reasons you should splurge for a suite on your next cruise
500+The Points Guy / 3h
Anyone who has priced out a suite on a cruise ship knows they can be expensive. As TPG showed in a family cruise lines pricing comparison , you’ll often pay at least 50% more for a suite on a cruise vessel than for a standard cabin. Sometimes the premium can be much higher. At $11,000 a night, the top suite on luxury line Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ 3-year-old Seven Seas Splendor is more than five
10 Subtle iOS 17 Features We're Excited About
Gizmodo / 3h
Just in time for the iPhone 15 to go on sale later this week, Apple has officially released iOS 17 today. The new operating system version is compatible with every device released after the iPhone XR, including the iPhone SE (2nd-gen or later). If you buy the new iPhone 15, it will arrive with iOS 17 preloaded right… Read more...
Unity Backpedals on Its Horrible Plan for Game Install Fees Amid Developer Backlash
83Gizmodo / 3h
Less than a week after the cross-platform game engine maker Unity announced its big plan to charge developers based on the number of installations and revenue, the company said it’s rolling back its plans to some extent, though developers may already be too burned to even consider what limp olive branch the company… Read more...
Microsoft AI researchers accidentally exposed terabytes of internal sensitive data
20TechCrunch / 4h
Microsoft AI researchers accidentally exposed tens of terabytes of sensitive data, including private keys and passwords, while publishing a storage bucket of open source training data on GitHub. In research shared with TechCrunch, cloud security startup Wiz said it discovered a GitHub repository belonging to Microsoft’s AI research division as part of its ongoing work […]
AirPods Pro Adaptive Audio preview: Automatically adjusting to your day
Engadget / 4h
When Apple previews the upcoming version of iOS at WWDC, we expect to see all of the new features that will improve the iPhone. However, it’s not guaranteed that the company will take that opportunity to also update its popular wireless earbuds. But, alongside the arrival of iOS 17, a firmware update adds a few new features to the second-gen AirPods Pro , most of which will automatically adjust t
Intel seems pretty excited about glass substrates
Engadget / 4h
These days when we talk about what's next for chip design, we focus on things like cramming in more cores, increasing clock speeds, shrinking transistors and 3D stacking. We rarely think about the package substrate, which holds and connects those components. Today Intel, in the midst of its reinvention as a foundry company , has announced it's made a major breakthrough in substrate materials—and
Sonos Move 2 review: Better sound and battery life comes at a cost
Engadget / 4h
When Sonos released its first portable speaker , the Move, four years ago, it was an anomaly. Previously, the company had looked down on Bluetooth as low-quality and unreliable, and all of the speakers it sold required a power outlet. The Move, on the other hand, used Bluetooth or Wi-Fi and had a 10-hour battery. In 2023, these tricks have proliferated across the Sonos lineup. The more affordable
Las Vegas Authorities Want to Know How Much Water Companies Use Before Letting Them Move In
Gizmodo / 4h
If a business wants to move or expand to Las Vegas, it’s going to have to shell out information on its proposed water usage. Read more...
Apple AirPods Pro with USB-C review: About time
Mashable / 4h
Not gonna lie: My job here wasn’t very hard. Apple’s new AirPods Pro, launched during the iPhone 15 keynote last week, are technically a new product, but they are in almost all aspects the same as last year’s second-generation AirPods Pro. To read my perspective about their sound, design, and user interface, check out my review here . The biggest difference on the new AirPods Pro is in the way yo
The Best Ways to Get Smells Out of Thrifted Furniture
Lifehacker / 4h
Scoring a great piece of furniture at a thrift store or a yard sale is a satisfying accomplishment for anyone interested in DIY, upcycling, or just saving money. But when you’re still excited about your new find, you might not notice that your new chair smells like an ashtray or that your new favorite chaise lounge… Read more...
TrueMed’s payment integration platform unlocks HSA/FSA for health, not sickness
TechCrunch / 4h
Medication might be easier than exercise or eating right, however TrueMed wants to change your thinking on that.
AirPods Pro get USB-C and a few new tricks
TechCrunch / 4h
No name change. The AirPods Pro 2 are still the AirPods Pro 2. Apple’s high-end earbuds got the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it treatment during last week’s iPhone 15 event. In fact, I both blinked and missed it, while heads down on a news story. My suspicion is the company’s failure to give the buds much stage time is […]
TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 opens tomorrow!
TechCrunch / 4h
Buckle up and get ready to take your business to the next level. TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 begins tomorrow — take a peek at what to expect!
Sonos Move 2 Review: A Speaker for Anywhere, but a Homebody at Heart
How-To Geek / 4h
The Sonos Move 2 really encapsulates what it means to be a streaming speaker for the whole home. Its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections ensure you’ll be able to use it from all areas of your property—and beyond. Its heavier weight, however, makes it less ideal to pack for short trips. A homebody at heart, the Move 2 gets long battery life, new dual-tweeters, and a new convenient USB-C port. It’s the
Drag and Drop Not Working on Window 11? Try These 7 Fixes
How-To Geek / 4h
There are many ways to move a file on Windows, but one of the most common is by dragging and dropping it. However, a temporary glitch or corrupt mouse driver can sometimes prevent the drag and drop feature from working properly. There are a few quick fixes that you can try to troubleshoot this issue.
10 Cool Features Plex Pass Features That Make It a Must-Have
How-To Geek / 4h
If you are a movie buff, TV junkie, and music lover, there's a good chance you know about Plex, the only global streaming media destination that allows users to discover, discuss, rate, and watch TV shows and movies from all available platforms. You might also be one of the happy millions worldwide using Plex to organize, beautify, stream, and share your collection of movies, TV shows, and music.
Starfield is Europe's biggest current-gen Xbox launch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Starfield has had the biggest launch for any Xbox Series X | S game in Europe. According to GamesIndustry.biz , Starfield has officially become the fifth biggest game launch in Europe of 2023 so far within its first week of launch, as well as securing the top spot as the biggest Xbox launch of the current generation. Bethesda's latest RPG is also the fastest-selling new IP of the year, but the re
X Challenger Pebble Thinks AI-Generated Posts Can Help Lure Users Away From Elon Musk
34Wired / 4h
To encourage conversation, Twitter-like platform Pebble—formerly T2—now suggests AI-generated updates for users to edit or post. It's also opening sign-ups to anyone with an account on X.
TikTok Myth of the Week: Your Guts Are Full of Poop
Lifehacker / 4h
Some TikTok myths I find in the wild (like the tales of supposed tick attacks ), while other times I’m tipped off by a news article claiming there’s a trend. The latest flurry of TikTok coverage claims that people on the platform are pushing laxatives as “budget Ozempic” (no relation to “nature’s Ozempic” ), a fact I… Read more...
Mason Greenwood will be included in EA Sports FC 24 to reflect “the real world of football”, EA says
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
It’s been confirmed that Mason Greenwood will be included in EA Sports FC 24 , but won’t be present in Ultimate Team at launch due to him not being part of an active roster before the game’s cut-off date for player and team data. Greenwood, who currently plays for the Spanish club Getafe (on loan from Manchester United) was arrested in January 2022, and charged in October 2022 for attempted rape,
Here’s what the latest Mars rover has learned so far
37Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge / Planetary vampire Perseverance takes a selfie with two sample drill holes. (credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/MSSS ) It’s easy to take it for granted, but we’re driving around on freakin’ Mars right now. We’ve done this a few times before, sure, but it remains one of humankind’s most impressive technological feats. The latest rover to continue our presence on the red planet is Perseverance, the
How to Check if Your Mac Is Using an Intel or Apple Silicon Processor
How-To Geek / 4h
In 2020, Apple started selling Macs with its own Apple Silicon chips. But from the outside, the Macs look the same as the old ones. How can you tell if the Mac you're using runs on an Intel or Apple Silicon processor?
X paying users can now verify their account with a government ID
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
X, the social network formerly known as Twitter, has a new way for paying subscribers to verify their account in an effort to prevent account impersonation and spoofing. By sending photos of themselves and their government-issued IDs to the microblogging site, paid users will also get preferential support - although the exact nature of this support has not yet been detailed. Israeli identity veri
Edelweiss Acquiring Airbus A350s, Retiring Airbus A340s
200+One Mile at a Time / 4h
SWISS’ leisure subsidiary, Edelweiss Air, has announced plans to completely overhaul its long haul fleet. Edelweiss acquiring six A350-900s as of 2025 Zurich-based Edelweiss Air currently has a fleet of 18 aircraft, including 13 Airbus A320s and five Airbus A340-300s. The carrier has an average fleet age of nearly 20 years, and now plans to modernize its fleet. Edelweiss Air will acquire six Airb
The Download: what’s next for AI, and fighting digital censorship
24MIT Technology Review / 4h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. DeepMind’s cofounder: Generative AI is just a phase. What’s next is interactive AI. DeepMind cofounder Mustafa Suleyman wants to build a chatbot that does a whole lot more than chat. In a recent conversation he had with our senior AI editor Will Douglas Heaven
The iPhone 15 Pro has a discreet iPhone 14 feature that makes repairs much cheaper
26TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The iPhone 15 Pro boasts several key upgrades over the iPhone 14 Pro , but Apple’s latest flagship also inherits an important feature of the standard iPhone 14 that makes repairing the device easier and cheaper. During its September 2023 launch event, Apple confirmed that both the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max feature a “new internal chassis architecture” that allows their respective back g
Fitbit Charge 6 may finally be coming, and I love the list of improvements
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Google is holding an event on October 4 to announce its slate of new products. Alongside its upcoming Google Pixel 8 phones and Pixel Watch 2 smartwatch, we’re expecting to see at least one new Fitbit fitness tracker unveiled on the big day. All rumors point towards the new Fitbit being the long-awaited Fitbit Charge 6. The Fitbit Charge line is the best Fitbit in a traditional sense, in that it’
iOS 17 is launching today – here are the 7 features I'm most looking forward to
57TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
You don't have to upgrade to an iPhone 15 this week to get a hit of iPhone-based fun, because later today (September 18), iOS 17 will finally launch. And there are some big improvements that I'm looking forward to taking for a spin on my older iPhone. iOS 17: the basics When is it out? iOS will roll out on September 18 from around 10am PT / 1pm EDT / 6pm BST, or 3am AEST on September 19. Which ph
View of the Griswold St. entrance to the Union Guardian Building, as viewed from the Buhl Building….
Music, Arts & Literature / 5h
View of the Griswold St. entrance to the Union Guardian Building, as viewed from the Buhl Building. Column in foreground. The building was also known as the Guardian Building and the Union Trust Building. Stamped on back: “Grossman Knowling Lehr. 400 Marquette Bldg., Detroit, Michigan. File number 49.” Handwritten on back: “Griswold St. entrance from Buhl Bldg., w. side, Griswold St.” Burton Hist
Interesting: Here’s The Receipt For Purchase Of An Ex-US Airways Boeing 737
View from the Wing / 5h
When airlines purchase planes new they usually pay about 50% of 'list' price . But what about used aircraft? And how do airlines actually pay for their purchase? A receipt has surfaced for an actual used aircraft acquisition - Swift Air's $8 million 2014 deal for then-29 year old ex-US Airways Boeing 737-400 registration N418US. Continue reading ...
Old Phones Make Great Cameras for Kids
How-To Geek / 5h
What can you do with an old iPhone or Android phone? If you have kids, your old phone can live on as a dedicated camera. It's a huge upgrade over the cheap digital cameras made for children.
Six Cooling Rack Alternatives You Probably Already Have in Your Kitchen
Lifehacker / 5h
You don’t have to be a baker to understand the value of a wire cooling rack. It’s something I use nearly daily, and not just for apple turnovers . The cooling rack provides a wide, stable surface for hot trays and pans, but also cookies, grilled cheese sandwiches, or pancakes. Sadly, the good news has not yet spread,… Read more...
New England road trip: Where to see the most spectacular foliage this fall
21The Points Guy / 5h
No place in the U.S. puts on a more breathtaking display of changing fall foliage than New England — particularly the region’s densely forested, ruggedly mountainous interior. Here, you’ll find vast forests of the trees best known for their eye-popping color: Maples lead the charge, but beech, birch, oak, elm, ash and willow also stand out for their dazzling plumage. This New England road trip la
iOS 17 includes these new security and privacy features
20TechCrunch / 5h
Apple’s long-awaited iOS 17 update for iPhones lands today with a number of new and improved security features. Many of the new features are aimed at protecting iPhone owners who are at greater risk of cyberattacks and spyware, like journalists, activists and human rights defenders. Other iOS 17 features are better suited for the wider […]
Boxbot pivots from last-mile trucks to robotical parcel storage
24TechCrunch / 5h
I love a good pivot story. It’s something most startups will confront at some point or other, if they’re going to make it long term. In a category where luck, timing and market forces are at least half the battle, you’ve got to be willing to roll with the punches. Boxbot has been kicking around […]
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 Review: The Slimmest Folding Phone Yet
22Wired / 5h
With a svelte design, gorgeous screens, and plenty of stamina, it’s a shame Xiaomi’s Mix Fold 3 is only available in China.
Transfer Citi Points To Virgin Atlantic With 30% Bonus
300+One Mile at a Time / 5h
Citi ThankYou has just launched its newest transfer bonus, which is identical to one that we saw earlier this year. Transfer Citi ThankYou points with a 30% bonus Through Saturday, October 14, 2023, the Citi ThankYou program in the United States is offering a 30% bonus on points transfers to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. Ordinarily points transfer at a 1:1 ratio (in 1,000 point increments), while
How new tech is helping people circumvent digital authoritarianism
MIT Technology Review / 5h
This article is from The Technocrat, MIT Technology Review’s weekly tech policy newsletter about power, politics, and Silicon Valley. To receive it in your inbox every Friday, sign up her e . I want to talk about the battle that’s raging every day between people who want to censor online content and those who want to protect access to a free and open internet. It also relates to a recent scoop ab
The Morning After: Apple preps software update to address iPhone 12 radiation concerns
Engadget / 5h
Apple is prepping a software update for the three-year-old iPhone 12s after French regulators alleged the phone exceeds proper radiation levels. France stopped selling the smartphone after recommendations from the country’s radiation watchdog (ANFR). The software update won’t adjust radiation levels but will “accommodate the protocol used by French regulators.” (I am not sure how that works, eith
TikTok workers hit back at software that tracks when they're in the office
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
TikTok has become the latest company to enforce a return-to-office mandate, which is set to come into play in October, but it has also been reported that the social media company will up the ante by monitoring employee attendance from the get-go. The past few months have been plagued with companies asking their workers to reconsider their hybrid working patterns, but in light of many employees’ d
Mortal Kombat 1 Nintendo Switch port slammed as 'garbage' by gamers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Mortal Kombat 1 leaves early access tomorrow (September 19), but ahead of its full release, fans of the series have been left stunned by the game’s performance on the Nintendo Switch . Thanks to its early access period, clips and screenshots of the game’s Switch performance have been circulating online, with countless fans making fun of the questionable character models seen in the port, which, w
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth won't let you import your save from the first game
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth won't allow players to import their Final Fantasy 7 Remake save files. Following the announcement that Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be launching on February 29, 2024 , game director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed in a PlayStation blog interview that players won't be able to carry over their saves from the previous game, stating that each title in the planned remake trilogy is a
5G satellite networks are set to be a huge money-spinner
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Telecommunications operators stand to gain 17$ billion of extra revenue between 2024 and 2030, by offering 3GPP-compliant (Third-generation Partnership Project) 5G satellite networks, new research has claimed. A new report released by Juniper Research argue that in order for Satellite Network Operators (SNO) to launch monetizable, satellite-based 5G services, they need to sign partnerships with t
Ski Resorts Are Giving Up on Snow
22Wired / 6h
With natural snow becoming scarcer and artificial powder woefully unsustainable, Europe’s mountain resorts are starting to look at life beyond downhill skiing.
The Squelchy, Messy Art of Video Game Sound Effects
Wired / 6h
Foley artist Joanna Fang powers up video games with her eclectic arsenal of sound-simulating weapons.
Pay Transparency Is Sweeping Across the US
Wired / 6h
New York joined a wave of states that require pay transparency in job ads. New data suggests most US postings now include a salary range, but they are sometimes laughably vague.
This Treaty Could Stop Plastic Pollution—or Doom the Earth to Drown in It
Wired / 6h
The UN has released a draft of what might become a landmark agreement to protect human health and the environment. Emphasis on might.
Procurement management platform Levelpath raises $30M
TechCrunch / 6h
Back in 2014, Stan Garber and Alex Yakubovich set out to reinvent the request for proposals (RFP) process with the launch of Scout RFP, which provides a cloud-based sourcing solution designed to help organizations source faster — and, ideally, easier. Scout RFP was acquired by Workday in 2019, and Garber and Yakubovich decided to stay […]
Please don't watch this 'Saw X' clip while eating your breakfast
Mashable / 6h
You know when a video title contains the words "eye vacuum trap", it's probably not going to be a pleasant viewing experience. But then again, when it's a clip from Saw X , what else would you expect? The footage above shows one of John Kramer's (Tobin Bell) victims strapped into a chair while the serial killer's infamous voice describes his predicament: "I want to play a game...All you have to d
Amazon will hold its Prime Big Deal Days sale on October 10 and 11
Engadget / 6h
Amazon is having a second sale this fall exclusively for Prime members as it did last year , and though we knew it was happening in October , we didn't yet have an exact date. Now, Amazon has announced that the sale will happen on October 10 and 11, and even gave it a new name: Prime Big Deal Days. As ever, Prime Day gives members access to thousands of deals, so many folks wait for the sale to g
The iPhone 15 series might be able to charge faster than Apple suggests
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Apple is more secretive about some of the specs of its phones than most other companies, and one of those specs is charging speeds, with Apple simply claiming that the iPhone 15 , iPhone 15 Plus , iPhone 15 Pro , and iPhone 15 Pro Max all support “up to 50% charge" in either 30 or 35 minutes "with 20W adapter or higher.” Now, you could interpret that as meaning they top out at 20W charging, but t
10 Best Hidden iOS 17 Improvements
How-To Geek / 6h
iOS 17 is here and, in addition to larger changes like StandBy view and contact posters , there are lots of little changes that can be easy to miss. Here are some of our favorites.
Google reveals a revamped read-aloud feature in major accessibility update
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
As Microsoft continues to enhance its user experience with new features , Google is playing catch-up and copying Edge’s homework by introducing a new-and-improved read-aloud feature to Chrome. The read-aloud feature is currently available in the Canary test build of the browser for developers and Chrome enthusiasts, so there’s no knowing right now when we’ll see it reach the public build. It curr
Barely any companies say they're actually ready for AI technology
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
New Workday research has uncovered that despite promises of huge investments into artificial intelligence, many companies have failed to prepare sufficiently for the adoption of the technology. The study of more than 2,300 senior business execs found nearly three-quarters (73%) see AI and ML having an impact on the global business landscape within the next three years. Optimism is met in equal me
'Destiny 2' dastardly bug is getting a fix, Bungie says
Mashable / 6h
The Destiny 2 bug plaguing players is getting a fix, developer Bungie says. But it's complicated. The bug, which is allowing players to craft certain weapon perks into other, more powerful weapons, giving players a major edge, is the core of the problem. On Friday, Bungie's help account posted about being aware of the issue "that allows specific weapon perks to be crafted into other legendary wea
Google Domains officially halts domain selling as Squarespace deal completes
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Google has officially pulled the order books from its web domain business as it stops selling domains to new customers. A notice on Google Domains website now reads: “Google no longer offers new domain registrations, but try Squarespace.” The news comes around three months after the company first - and rather unexpectedly - announced plans to transfer its domains business to website building comp
Microsoft quietly reveals Windows 11’s next big update could be about to arrive
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
If you were wondering when Windows 11’s big upgrade for this year will turn up, the answer is soon, with Microsoft now making the final preparations to deploy the 23H2 update – with a revelation apparently imminent. As Windows Latest tells us, Microsoft just shipped a ‘Windows Configuration Update’ which is readying the toggle to allow users to select ‘Get the latest updates as soon as they’re av
Roborock Dyad Pro Review: A Smart Wet and Dry Vacuum With Limited Uses
How-To Geek / 7h
The Roborock Dyad Pro is the company's only non-robotic vacuum cleaner. It has both wet and dry capabilities and offers a variety of benefits, but also comes with some negatives, including its high price point. After a month of extensive testing, I can see how it could be useful to a specific group of users—but not everyone.
Creepy 'No One Will Save You' clip is like a childhood nightmare come to life
Mashable / 7h
Hiding under the bed to escape monsters is a time-honoured horror tradition, and one that writer/director Brian Duffield's No One Will Save You looks set to wholeheartedly embrace. The movie follows Brynn ( Booksmart , Unbelievable , and Ticket to Paradise star Kaitlyn Dever) as she tries to escape an alien home invasion, with the clip showing her cowering as a creature bursts into her room and t
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is reportedly a big hit for Apple, but it’s facing issues
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Of all the iPhone 15 models – namely the iPhone 15 itself, the iPhone 15 Plus , the iPhone 15 Pro , and the iPhone 15 Pro Max – it’s the last of them that’s the biggest hit right now, according to an analyst’s report. This comes from Ming-Chi Kuo, who has a great track record for Apple information, and claims on his Medium page (via 9to5Mac ) that demand for the iPhone 15 Pro Max is greater than
Unity hints at potential fee U-turn after developer backlash
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Unity may be preparing to reverse, or at least readjust, its controversial installation fee policy that had players and developers alike have their trust wane significantly for the popular game engine. The new Unity installation fee policy would see game developers charged a sum per install after a threshold of 200,000 installs had been reached. Following the announcement of the policy, which wou
Deltarune Chapter 3 isn't quite finished, but it's "playable from beginning to end"
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
In a recent newsletter shared by Toby Fox, an update on Deltarune Chapter 3 has been shared and suggests that the development of the chapter is well underway, and while it’s not finished, there are some exciting updates regarding its current state. Within the newsletter, Fox states that he “Can’t say it’s finished yet, but the unfinished parts are feeling less and less numerous.” In addition to t
Dragos raises $74M to secure industrial control systems from threats
26TechCrunch / 7h
Dragos, a company building software to secure the control systems for manufacturing and industrial equipment, has raised $74 million in a Series D round extension led by WestCap. The round, which brings Dragos’ total raised to $440 million, leaves the startup’s post-money valuation unchanged for the second year at $1.7 billion. Dragos CEO Robert Lee […]
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 will have raytracing enabled for all performance modes
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Insomniac Games has confirmed that Marvel's Spider-Man 2 will feature raytracing for all visual modes. Speaking with IGN in a recent interview, director of core technology Mike Fitzgerald and project director Jeannette Lee discussed how the team has taken full advantage of the PlayStation 5 for the upcoming sequel, with Fitzgerald revealing that the game will have three framerate options. Those f
Elden Ring’s Godrick the Grafted has been beaten by a real-life goldfish
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Elden Ring is not an easy game, but it’s now been proven that with enough tenacity, even a goldfish can have what it takes to become Elden Lord, as one aquatic friend has beaten not one, but two of the game’s main bosses. As GamesRadar+ reports , YouTube creator and Twitch streamer PointCrow (real name Eric Morino) recently released a video showing how he managed to ‘train’ his pet fish Tortellin
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 dev: "We don't want this to be an 80-100 hour game"
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Thanks to an interview with Marvel's Spider-Man 2 's senior game director Ryan Smith, we now have a much better idea as to how long the upcoming PS5 action title will be. In an interview with VG247 , Smith revealed that “ Spider-Man 2 is in the same ball-park as the first game in terms of overall playtime". In practical terms, the original Marvel's Spider-Man takes roughly 17 hours to beat for ju
Casino cybercrime gang has already attacked over 100 companies, experts claim
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
The cybercrime gang reportedly behind recent cyberattacks against several Las Vegas casinos has been extremely active in its brief, two-year lifespan, a new report has claimed. The findings from Mandiant on the group known as Scattered Spider states it may have successfully hit approximately 100 companies, including employees of Okta, a popular employee identity solutions provider. The threat act
What Is United Airlines Global Services Status?
100+One Mile at a Time / 8h
There’s a lot of intrigue surrounding airline invitation-only elite status. I’ve written about American Concierge Key status and Delta 360 status , and in this post I wanted to take a look at United Global Services status. What is the status, how do you earn it, what are the benefits, and how many members are there? I’ll share everything I know… What is United Global Services status? Global Servi
3 Google Pixel 8 rumors ahead of its October reveal
Mashable / 8h
With all the Google Pixel 8 leaks , there isn't much about the new phone and its Pro counterpart that is left to the imagination ahead of the Oct. 4 reveal event. Nonetheless, the new series of Pixel devices have some major hype around them. From display tweaks to camera upgrades, let's dive into the most credible rumors that have emerged about the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. SEE ALSO: Google
This 2017 MacBook Air is only $370
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 18, you can get a refurbished 2017 13.3-inch MacBook Air for just $369.99 instead of $1,199 — that's a savings of 69%. Apple releases some of the hottest tech every fall, but they’re also known to attach a high price tag to each new gadget. Usually, it’s worth succumbing to the price because Apple also has a reputation for building their devices to last for years to come. T
This $30 app helps you read in a new language
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 18, get a Beelinguapp Lifetime Subscription for just $29.97. When you think about travel planning, you probably picture booking your hotel and packing your bags. But what about preparing to interact with locals who might speak a different native language than you? You don’t have to become fluent — even some basic terms and phrases could be useful. Beelinguapp makes language
Score a grade-A refurb MacBook Air with MS Office for $500
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of September 18, get a refurbished MacBook Air with Microsoft Office for only $500 — that's 59% off. Has your main computer run its last Wordle? Has it gone caput and left you without a way to work in your home office? Don't freak out over a huge, unexpected expense quite yet . You could get a robust, reliable computer like this refurbished MacBook Air for a reasonable price. And it jus
Get a digital SIM and $50 to spend on data for just $22
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Through Sept. 24, get the aloSIM Mobile Data Traveler Lifetime eSim Plan for just $21.97. Whether you’re flying home for the holidays or checking off a bucket list destination, planning an international getaway is extremely exciting. And, well, stressful. And expensive. Especially when it comes to getting a SIM card and mobile data. Instead of the hassle of getting a traditional SIM card a
How to Tell if Your A.I. is Conscious
41NYT > Technology / 8h
In a new report, scientists offer a list of measurable qualities that might indicate the presence of some presence in a machine.
Best Western Rewards Promo: Up To 20K Bonus Points
200+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Best Western Rewards isn’t the most generous loyalty program out there, and for that matter, Best Western doesn’t have that many aspirational properties. However, the program does pretty consistently offer promotions. Best Western has just launched its new promotion for stays this fall, and this is something that members might find to be valuable. Best Western Rewards fall 2023 promo Best Western
Buy Emirates Skywards Miles With 30% Bonus (2.3 Cents Per Mile)
400+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Strategically buying miles & points can represent a great deal, especially for luxury travel. Emirates Skywards has just launched its latest sale on purchased miles. This isn’t personally an offer I’d take advantage of, but I think it’s still worth covering, as I know some find value here. Promotion on purchased Emirates Skywards miles Through 11:59PM GST on Friday, September 29, 2023, Emirates S
Unity apologizes and promises to change its controversial game install fee policy
Engadget / 8h
Last week, Unity dropped a bomb on developers with a new runtime fee on its game engine that would be charged each time a title is installed — summed up by one developer as an "abysmally catastrophic decision." Now, the company appears to be backtracking, promising changes to the policy that will be revealed shortly. "We have heard you. We apologize for the confusion and angst the runtime fee pol
Amazon announces official October dates for its Prime Big Deal Days sale
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
We don’t have to guess anymore – Amazon has officially confirmed the date for its next big sales event. Prime Big Deal Days will officially kick off from midnight on Tuesday, October 10 in the US, Canada, UK, Australia and other regions across the globe, with deals running right up until the end of Wednesday, October 11 – a full 48 hours of shopping, just like we did for Prime Day back in July. H
Roam unveils new EV bus model to tap Kenya’s mass transit sector
29TechCrunch / 10h
Kenya-based EV startup Roam has unveiled a new shuttle bus model dubbed Move, coming as the East African country continues to push for the adoption of electric vehicles. Roam (formerly Opibus) now plans to ramp up its production of the Move bus, and expand its charging infrastructure as it anticipates a growth in EV bus […]
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Prosus, Naspers CEO Bob van Dijk abruptly steps down
TechCrunch / 11h
Bob van Dijk, the chief executive of Dutch e-commerce investor Prosus and its controlling shareholder Naspers, has resigned from the top role and from the board with immediate effect. Ervin Tu, Prosus’ Group Chief Investment Officer, has been elevated to the position of interim chief executive for
