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9 Reasons To Get Citi’s American Airlines Business Card Now

65View from the Wing / 32min
I’ve had the CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® Mastercard® both recently and in the distant past, and it’s spending on this card that largely accounting for my first lifetime elite status with American Airlines way back in 2006. American’s miles are the currency I’ve spent the most over the years, and there’s no longer a great way to earn miles through another credit card besides an Am


France halts iPhone 12 sales over radiation levels
3KBBC News - Technology / 9h
Apple has been told it must recall every iPhone 12 sold in the country if it cannot fix the problem.


Thunderbolt 5 reveal makes Apple’s archaic iPhone 15 USB-C choice even more insulting
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
To the surprise of very few people, Apple finally announced the iPhone 15 lineup at its September Event 2023 , which will be the first of the Cupertino company’s handsets to have USB-C ports – but there’s a major catch. While the adoption of the popular USB-C port , which is used in a huge variety of tablets, smartphones and laptops, with the new iPhones is certainly welcome, the reveal that the



Purism Librem 11 Gives You Full Desktop Linux in a Tablet
How-To Geek / 3min
Tablets with "desktop" operating systems aren't too common these days, outside the occasional Microsoft Surface . There are 2-in-1 laptops which can be used like tablets, which has all but eliminated the need of cramming desktop operating systems into a tablet-only form factor. Most tablets either are iPads or run Android, and come equipped with ARM-based chipsets just like smartphones. If you wa


How to Know When an Investment Fee Is Too High
Lifehacker / 4min
When you’re focused on how well your investments are performing, it’s easy to overlook hidden fees that come with with investment services. Investment fees are charges you pay for the services of your investment accounts and financial professionals. But how much should investment fees cost, and how can you tell when… Read more...


Putin Promises to Help North Korea Launch Its Satellites
Gizmodo / 16min
North Korea may soon be getting technological assistance to help launch its satellites as Russia vows to contribute to its space ambitions. Read more...


Point.me: Redeem Points For Award Flights With Ease
One Mile at a Time / 27min
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 trying to do now. In this post I wanted to talk about how and why I use point.me , which is a tool that makes booking award flights easy. In separat


The European Company signs agreements with Axiom, Indian Space Research Organization
TechCrunch / 29min
Europe-based The Exploration Company is gearing up to compete with in-space delivery providers SpaceX and Northrop Grumman, with the startup announcing this week that it had signed a preliminary cargo delivery agreement with private space station aspirant Axiom Space. Axiom agreed to purchase a full mission from The Exploration Company no sooner than the fourth […]


Android Auto now lets drivers take Zoom and Cisco conference calls
TechCrunch / 29min
Drivers with vehicles equipped with Google’s Android Auto — which is expected to reach 200 million by the end of year — can now use Zoom and WebEx by Cisco for audio-only conference calls. The two apps launched Tuesday, Google said in a blog post the coincided with the Detroit Auto Show. Zoom will have […]


Amazon Prime video is coming to the Polestar 2 and Volvo Cars
TechCrunch / 29min
Amazon Prime video is coming to certain vehicles that are equipped with Google built-in, including the all-electric Polestar 2 and eventually the Volvo EX90 — the latest example of streaming video services making its way into cars, trucks and SUVs. The new in-car app avaiability, along with several other features from Google’s Android for Cars […]


What to Know About the Potential Autoworkers Strike
NYT > Technology / 30min
U.A.W. workers could strike as soon as Friday. The union and the carmakers remain far apart on wages.


Android Auto's latest updates let you take Zoom and WebEx calls on the road
Engadget / 30min
Today, Google unveiled a range of software updates for Android Auto and vehicles equipped with Google integration . At the forefront, Google says its drivers will now be able to join WebEx or Zoom meetings, a feature it previously announced at I/O 2023 . The apps will only work in an audio-only capability, which Google says will make it “easy and safe” for drivers to quickly join scheduled meetin


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Music, Arts & Literature / 33min
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Use the THIEVES Technique to Remember What You Read
Lifehacker / 34min
There are a lot of popular study methods to choose from, depending on the type of learner you are and how you best retain information. One that isn’t as commonly discussed, though, but can help you with critical thinking as you read new information is the THIEVES method. Use it next time you break open a new chapter… Read more...


Carnival Cheers drink package: Will it save you money on your next cruise?
The Points Guy / 34min
A Carnival cruise vacation just doesn’t feel complete without a few fruity frozen cocktails and a nightly glass of wine or two at dinner. Whether you’re a casual drinker or a spirits enthusiast, you might be wondering if the Carnival Cheers drink package is right for you. The beauty of cruising is that almost everything is included — transportation, accommodations, dining and entertainment. But w


Apple's charger switch is the smartest decision they've made in years
Mashable / 36min
Apple announced the new iPhone 15 in all its glory and colorful variations on Tuesday. For some, the event marked an opportunity to marvel at the company's high-tech innovation in the smartphone space — drooling at the chance to film spatial video on the Pro model, thinking about the amazing pics you'd snap with an upgraded camera, and debating between pink and shiny new titanium. But the biggest


Two new Apple Watches are here. How do their prices compare to older models?
Mashable / 36min
Apple's massive event on Sept. 12 saw the announcement of plenty of new devices (as was expected), including the highly anticipated iPhone 15 . Yes, the new smartphones were definitely the stars of the show, but let's not forget about those new Apple Watch reveals. Releasing on Sept. 22, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 are the company's newest iterations of their iconic smart wri


Amazon is encouraging sellers to use AI-generated product listings
Engadget / 37min
Amazon is launching a new AI tool that generates product listings for sellers. The feature uses a large language model (LLM) “trained on large amounts of data” to make it faster and simpler for vendors to describe their products. The company describes the tool as distilling the “significant work” of creating titles, bullet points and descriptions down to “just one step.” Amazon says its Generativ


Strange New Worlds Takes a Turn for the Stranger in This Wild Star Trek Animated Short
Gizmodo / 40min
Last week, Paramount debuted very Short Treks , a kooky new spin on the vibes of the original Star Trek: The Animated Series from Too Many Cooks! creator Casper Kelly. And if last week’s peculiar entry—which saw the Enterprise explode as its captain pondered a series of potentially offensive euphemisms—didn’t key you… Read more...


MGM Grand Cyberattack Allegedly Caused by 10-Minute Phone Call
Gizmodo / 45min
The ransomware group, ALPHV also known as BlackCat, is reportedly behind the cyber attack that shut down MGM Grand casinos on Monday, according to a report by malware archive vx-underground . The archive claims ALPHV was able to social-engineer their way into the company’s systems in 10 minutes, effectively shutting… Read more...


COVID is on the rise, but you won't see that on Threads
Mashable / 51min
I come bearing bad news that is, unfortunately, just so incredibly predictable I find myself digging my eyes out of the back of my skull from rolling them so hard. It looks like Threads, Meta's Twitter (now X) replacement, is blocking searches related to COVID and vaccines. Meanwhile, cases of COVID are on the rise , hospital admissions are increasing , new variants are appearing with abandon, an


Sapphire Ventures is now managing all of CalSTR’s emerging manager portfolio
TechCrunch / 51min
Sapphire Partners, the LP arm of enterprise software-focused VC Sapphire Ventures, announced this morning that moving forward, it will be managing five funds with $1.4 billion in assets that are focused on emerging managers on behalf of the giant California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS). In fact, according to CalSTRS, which currently has a whopping […]



The PS5 Now Supports 8TB M.2 SSDs and Dolby Atmos Audio
How-To Geek / 53min
Two of the PlayStation 5's biggest annoyances just got fixed. The latest PS5 update adds support for 8TB M.2 SSDs, doubling the previous 4TB limit. It also introduces Dolby Atmos surround sound compatibility, which provides a new level of immersion for gamers and greatly improves the PS5's media playback acumen (though developers like Netflix are responsible for adding Dolby Atmos to their respec


James Webb Spots Possible Signs of Life on Distant Planet
Futurism / 55min
Hycean Dreams NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has spotted an early yet tantalizing piece of evidence that an exoplanet some 120 light years away could be covered in a massive ocean — that's possibly harboring life. The telescope detected a molecule called dimethyl sulfide (DMS) — which only living organisms can produce, at least here on Earth — on the planet, which is dubbed K2-18 b. Researcher


Icelandair deal: Round-trip flights to Europe this winter for less than $400
The Points Guy / 55min
For travel this fall through winter, Icelandair is offering sale flights from various major U.S. cities to popular European tourist destinations like Rome, Paris, Copenhagen, Prague, Stockholm and Zurich . Round-trip flights start at $374 for travel from October 2023 through February 2024. Deal basics Airlines: Icelandair Routes: Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Newark, New York City and Seatt


Unity’s new “per-install” pricing enrages the game development community
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Enlarge / Kaboom! (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) For years, the Unity Engine has earned goodwill from developers large and small for its royalty-free licensing structure, which meant developers incurred no extra costs based on how well a game sold. That goodwill has now been largely thrown out the window due to Unity's Tuesday announcement of a new fee structure that will start charging d


Cadillac put a 33-inch 9K touchscreen in its new CT5 luxury sedan
Engadget / 1h
Cadillac just unveiled the 2025 CT5 luxury sedan and it ships with a tech-forward feature that’s certain to annoy the “back in my day, cars were for driving” crowd, a 33-inch 9K touchscreen display. The dashboard-based LED screen curves toward the driver in a “single, continuous screen” that spans the entire viewing area. Like most in-car displays, this is a customizable user interface that you c


The Easiest Ways to Spruce Up an Old Light Fixture
Lifehacker / 1h
If some of the shine is wearing off your old light fixtures, or if you just want them to match some updated furniture or decor, there are a few simple things you can do to give them a new look—and you don’t need much to get started. Here’s how to freshen up those old fixtures instead of replacing them. Read more...


France suspends iPhone 12 sales, claiming high radiation levels
Mashable / 1h
While Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 , France halted production of the iPhone 12. On Tuesday, the same day of the September iPhone event, French radiation watchdog agency ANFR (Agence Nationale des Fréquences) released a statement temporarily suspending sales of the iPhone 12 for exceeding radiation levels. ANFR conducted a test of specific absorption rate (SAR) close or in contact with limbs (e.g.


EU to let ‘responsible’ AI startups train models on its supercomputers
TechCrunch / 1h
The European Union has signalled a plan to expand access to its high performance computing (HPC) supercomputers by letting startups use the resource to train AI models. However there’s a catch: Startups wanting to gain access to the EU’s high power compute resource — which currently includes pre-exascale and petascale supercomputers — will need to […]


For All Mankind returns to Apple TV+ on November 10
31Engadget / 1h
Apple TV+ has some intriguing TV series on hand to keep you occupied this fall. Along with the return of The Morning Show and the debut of a show that features Godzilla , the captivating For All Mankind is about to set sail on its fourth season. New episodes of the drama, which offers an alternate perspective on the space race, will start streaming on November 10. Apple also released a teaser for


LG 49 UltraGear gaming monitor review: Ultrawide nirvana
Engadget / 1h
When I saw one of the first 49-inch ultrawide monitors from Samsung five years ago, I found it to be a curious creation. I was no stranger to the world of ultrawides, but that screen was a bit much. It was too unwieldy, and its odd resolution wasn't tall enough for my tastes. Since then, though, the 49-inch category has evolved: They're cheaper, have newer display technology and are better equipp


Ahsoka Finally Dove Into Her Back Story in a Memorable Fifth Episode
Gizmodo / 1h
This was it. The Anakin Skywalker episode. After the legendary character—Ahsoka Tano’s former Jedi master— showed up at the end of the previous episode , hype and expectations were at an all-time high. This episode of Ahsoka was even playing on the big screen in certain cities. What did series creator Dave Filoni … Read more...


How to Download YouTube Videos
Lifehacker / 1h
Most of us enjoy watching YouTube videos—but no one enjoys the buffering icon, or low-quality, choppy playback they get when their internet connection is spotty. If you’re wondering how you can download YouTube videos to avoid annoying slowdowns, there are plenty of reliable ways to do so and watch on the go. Read more...


When and how to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for hotel stays
The Points Guy / 1h
There are many reasons why Chase Ultimate Rewards is one of the most popular transferable points currencies. There’s the 5/24 rule , which incentivizes people to apply for Chase cards first. There’s the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card , the nearly universally recommended starter card for someone new to the points hobby . There’s the fact that Chase defines its bonus categories more broadly than Cit


Get $250 in trade-in credit toward the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
Mashable / 1h
SAVE UP TO $250: Get up to $250 in trade-in credit on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 with eligible devices at Samsung as of September 13. Additionally, save up to $130 on the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 when bundled together. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and/or Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2 bundle Save up to $250 with eligible trade-in and up to $130 when bundling with Galaxy Buds P


These 3 iPhone 16 rumors will make you skip the iPhone 15
Mashable / 1h
Apple's newly unveiled iPhone 15 , as always, is hilariously expensive. While the iPhone 15 series undeniably has its allure, the iPhone 16 may be more compelling for those who are willing to wait. The rumor mill for the 2024 series of Apple phones has been chugging along hard even before the 15 finally got announced, and if they are to be believed, next year's lineup could offer something even m


Woot Is Selling Massively Discounted Samsung Refurbished Phones Right Now
Lifehacker / 1h
Woot , Amazon’s overstock website, is having a Samsung sale of refurbished cell phones. You can find some deeply discounted phones, like the foldable Samsung ZFOLD-3 5G , for about half of the price of what it’s selling for new on Amazon. The sale will go on until September 22 or until stock runs out. Read more...


Exostellar raises $15M to help companies optimize their cloud spend
TechCrunch / 1h
Public cloud services spending is projected to reach $1.1 trillion by 2026, up from $531.7 billion this year, according to IDC. But as the use of cloud services expands, organizations are having a tougher time keeping track of exactly how much they’re spending on compute. Statista reports that around 82% of companies find managing cloud […]


Apple unveils its biggest iCloud storage tiers - here's what it means for you
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Apple has just announced a significant expansion to its iCloud+ cloud storage plans in response to our continuously growing digital footprints. For the first time ever, customers can now sign up for allowances much larger than 2TB from the get-go thanks to the launch of new 6TB and 12TB plans. The announcement, which saw little actual screentime, was somewhat overshadowed by the reveal of Cuperti


Fall into autumn vibes with Sony Bluetooth speakers up to 43% off
Mashable / 1h
Our top picks: Best lightweight Sony speaker SRS-XB100 wireless portable speaker $48 at Amazon (save $11.99) Best karaoke Sony speaker SRS-XP500 X-Series portable speaker $298 at Amazon (save $101.99) Best portable party speaker SRS-XG300 X-Series portable party speaker $198 at Amazon (save $151.99) Whether you're entertaining friends at a backyard bonfire or cozying up indoors during those crisp


Apple and AAA partner to offer roadside assistance via satellite SOS
Mashable / 1h
Next time you're stranded in the desert, you might be thankful you dropped $1,000 on an iPhone 15 Pro . That's because Apple is partnering with AAA to offer roadside assistance to drivers via satellite SOS connectivity , per Apple's iPhone 15 Pro press release . It's an expansion of the satellite features that were introduced in the iPhone 14 a year ago, which exists to connect people in emergenc



Microsoft Edge may introduce a new AI-generated writing feature - and that makes me nervous
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Microsoft Edge could drastically change the way we interact with written content on the web with a new AI writing feature that copies existing content and regurgitates the information in a more ‘personal’ tone at the click of a button. According to Windows Latest , the GPT-4-powered feature allows users to select text on a webpage and have it rewritten in a tone and length of their choice. Micros


Apple’s New CO2 Neutral Products Are Cool, But Don’t Let Them Distract You From the Big Picture
Gizmodo / 1h
On Tuesday, Apple announced what it’s calling its first-ever carbon-neutral products during its Wanderlust event this Tuesday. Read more...


Jaw-Dropping Electric Mini Racer Accelerates to 62 MPH in Less Than One Second
41Futurism / 1h
Electric Ride Students have built a tiny EV from scratch that can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in a blistering 0.956 seconds — and it only a hair over 40 feet. Now, the team has gotten word from Guinness World Records confirming the stunning result, which cuts the previous record of 1.461 seconds set by students from the University of Stuttgart last year by almost a third. The stunt goes to show h


Starfield's next major update will add Nvidia DLSS
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Bethesda has announced that it plans to add official Nvidia DLSS support to Starfield . In a new tweet shared today, Bethesda thanked fans for the successful launch of its latest RPG, saying that it's "blown away by the response" and that it has read the feedback about what could be improved or added to the game. "This is a game we’ll be supporting for years and years to come, so please keep all


These Single-serving Non-dairy Creamers Are Actually Pretty Good
Lifehacker / 1h
Non-dairy creamers and vegan milks have finally made it. Baristas don’t bat an eyelash when you request them, and most grocery stores stock a wide variety of alt-milks. But when it comes to coffee on-the-go, big containers just aren’t convenient, and the dairy-averse are left with few options. Allow me to introduce… Read more...


Slingshot’s playful new app lets you ‘sling’ quick photos to friends
TechCrunch / 2h
A clever new app called Slingshot is combining the serendipity of BeReal snaps with the friends-only photo sharing popularized by apps like Snapchat. But while the app’s inspirations are familiar, the way you interact with Slingshot offers something unique. As the name suggests, you pull down on the screen — as if pulling back on […]


X (Twitter) Failed to Take Action on 86% of Hate Speech Posts, Researchers Say
Gizmodo / 2h
A research group X previously sued for allegedly publishing “false” information about the company , released a new report slamming the social network for its refusal to remove hate speech. The new report , released Wednesday by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) claims X (née Twitter) failed to take action… Read more...


Marvel Studios' VFX Staff Unanimously Votes to Unionize
Gizmodo / 2h
Today, after all votes have been counted by the National Labor Relations Board, IATSE stated that Marvel’s in-house VFX studio unanimously voted “yes” to forming a union with IATSE. The “ unprecedented demand ” for unionization in digital Hollywood industries comes at a critical moment for the labor movement, IATSE… Read more...


Update Firefox and Thunderbird Now to Fix a Critical Security Flaw
How-To Geek / 2h
The job of cybersecurity teams is to come up with possible security vulnerabilities and stay on top of them whenever they do arise. Preferably, this job is done in order to catch any issues before malicious actors actually manage to find them and exploit them. Not every vulnerability is caught on time, however, which is how you usually end up with zero-day exploits and vulnerabilities. One that a


Australian Radio Telescope Spots Possible ‘Polar Ring’ Galaxy
Gizmodo / 2h
A radio telescope in Australia recently captured a stunning image of NGC 4632, a galaxy some 56 million light-years from Earth. The image reveals a halo of cool hydrogen orbiting perpendicular to the galaxy itself. Read more...


iPhone 15 proves the key battleground in smartphone photography is character
27TechCrunch / 2h
Apple’s iPhone 15 and 15 Pro lineup debuted on Tuesday, and both feature big improvements to the camera systems they boast. Apple has been putting a lot of focus on photography for the past few iterations of its main moneymakers, likely because changes in other aspects of the devices are relatively modest year-over-year. The cameras […]


Dark Mode in Windows 11 Is Getting a Much-Needed Improvement
How-To Geek / 2h
Since the introduction of dark mode to File Explorer, Windows users have encountered a "white flash" when opening or maximizing a File Explorer window. This bug is over five years old and remains a major annoyance. But Microsoft is finally doing something about it. The latest Windows 11 Insider build (22621.2338, or 22631.2338 for Beta Channel testers) introduces several bug fixes and improvement


DoJ Says Elon Musk May Have Violated Twitter's Privacy Agreement
Gizmodo / 2h
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) says Elon Musk may have violated a court order requiring him to implement a privacy and data security program in the wake of his Twitter takeover last year , a court filing issued on Tuesday claimed. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) updated an Administrative Order last year,… Read more...


A Hidden Twin Emerges From the Shadows in The River of Golden Bones
Gizmodo / 2h
A new romantic fantasy trilogy begins with A River of Golden Bones, the latest from author A.K. Mulford , known for their Five Crowns of Okrith series. It’s described as “a twist on Sleeping Beauty,” and the twist is a big one: the twin protagonists have secret animal identities . Read more...


FAA’s Mandated Starship Fixes Carried Out by SpaceX, Musk Claims
Gizmodo / 2h
The second test flight of Starship could happen sooner rather than later, with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk claiming that dozens of FAA-requested corrective actions have already been implemented. Read more...


The Best Music Streaming Service, Based on What Matters to You
Lifehacker / 2h
With prices for music streaming services rising lately, I thought I’d take a look at the top five tune-slinging platforms to answer the question of which one is best, once and for all. After diving deeply into various music streamers—comparing price tiers, song availability, features, options, vibes, and more—I have… Read more...


Capital One Venture X Business review: Huge earning potential for a reasonable annual fee
The Points Guy / 2h
Capital One Venture X Business overview The Capital One Venture X Business is the business version of the fan-favorite Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card . Like its personal counterpart, the Venture X Business offers luxury perks for a reasonable annual fee and a simple earning structure of at least 2 miles per dollar on all purchases. This is a great option for small-business owners who v


Aeroplan HotelSavers Program, Now With Fourth Night Free
100+One Mile at a Time / 2h
In October 2022, Air Canada Aeroplan launched the HotelSavers program, which on the surface might be the best hotel redemption opportunity we’ve seen from an airline loyalty program. While I’m not sure most savvy consumers will use it, I appreciate Aeroplan thinking outside the box. There’s now a further update, as Aeroplan has just rolled out a fourth night free opportunity through this program


UAW Standoff Poses Risk for Biden’s Electric Vehicle Commitment
NYT > Technology / 2h
A looming auto industry strike could test the president’s commitment to making electric vehicles a source of well-paying union jobs.


Garmin fitness smartwatches are up to 33 percent off via Amazon
Engadget / 2h
Garmin has been pumping out high-quality fitness-based smartwatches for years and now’s your chance to score one on the cheap. The company’s selling a bunch of its most popular models on Amazon at a steep discount of 25 to 33 percent, depending on which device you go with. For instance, this brings the price of the well-reviewed Garmin Forerunner 745 down from $400 to $300. The sale extends from



Elite Black Card Holders Now Get Private Terminal Transfers At 2 Major Airports [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 2h
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 ...


Treefera raises $2.2M to solve the carbon credits credibility problem with AI
TechCrunch / 2h
The company is building an AI-enabled data platform for companies that want to know more about the carbon credits they buy.


Wicked Saints is making Pokémon GO for young activists
TechCrunch / 2h
Jess Murrey isn’t your typical founder. After ten years working in nonprofits to train young activists, Murrey and behavioral change researcher Alicia Clifton decided that mobile gaming could be an unexpected way to broaden their reach. And so, Wicked Saints was born. “American teens care very deeply about the planet, equality and mental health, but […]


Is the iPhone 15 Waterproof? Here's Everything You Need to Know
How-To Geek / 2h
The new iPhone 15 is another flashy and tech-packed release from Apple, but is the new smartphone waterproof? Can you take it to the beach parties or snap selfies in the pool? Here's what you need to know before heading to the pool deck.


Marvel Studios VFX workers have unanimously voted to unionize
Engadget / 2h
Visual effects workers at Marvel Studios have unanimously voted to unionize in an election held by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). It's the first unit composed entirely of VFX workers to unionize with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), according to the union, which represents those who work in behind-the-scenes aspects of the entertainment industry. There


Invincible creator might be teasing an Omni-Man redemption arc in season 2 and beyond
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Invincible season 2 might sow the seeds for an Omni-Man redemption story, according to its showrunner. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly (EW), Robert Kirkman, the creator of Invincible 's graphic novel series and co-showrunner on Prime Video 's TV adaptation, teased what fans can expect from the show's highly anticipated next installment. As part of that chat, Kirkman highlighted the importance of


Microsoft Teams warns of another dangerous phishing attack spreading ransomware
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Microsoft has released a warning message to its Teams video conferencing customers amid ongoing attacks by a threat actor being tracked as Storm-0324, whereby phishing attacks lead to some pretty dangerous consequences. Redmond’s researchers reveal that the group has been active since at least 2016, which means that over the course of around seven years, we have been able to draw some similaritie


Personalized news app Artifact becomes a discovery engine for the web with new Links feature
TechCrunch / 2h
Artifact, the personalized news aggregator built by Instagram’s co-founders, is launching a new feature today that takes the app in a different direction beyond tracking, summarizing, and commenting on the news. Now, users will be able to share any link from the web in order to view a personalized feed of links based on their […]


Adobe Firefly AI Is Out of Beta in Photoshop and Illustrator
Gizmodo / 2h
Two of the most popular image editing tools available, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, are being reshaped to focus on generative AI. As of Wednesday morning, all Adobe Firefly AI tools are available to all subscribers, allowing users to create the deepfakes they always wanted to without messing about with finnicky… Read more...


This Independent Video Store Is Trying to Recreate Netflix's DVD-by-Mail Service
20Gizmodo / 2h
Netflix may be done sending people DVDs through the mail , but that doesn’t mean the rest of us have to be satisfied with streaming all our movies. This week, one of the world’s largest independent DVD rental stores in the country announced it’s coming for Netflix’s scraps with its own over-the-mail DVD rental service,… Read more...


Mortal Kombat 1 crossplay will arrive post launch, but platforms remain unconfirmed
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
NetherRealm Studios has confirmed that Mortal Kombat 1 won't feature crossplay at launch. In a recent Twitter post, the developer shared the news about what it's dubbing "Kross-Play", revealing it will now arrive "post launch", clearing up some confusion about when players can expect the feature to be added. "Launch is just around the corner and we can’t wait for everyone to sink their teeth into


Trade in your old tech for 20% off a new Kindle Scribe and a free Amazon gift card
Mashable / 2h
SAVE 20% ON A KINDLE SCRIBE AND GET AN AMAZON GIFT CARD : As of September 13, you can save 20% off a new Kindle Scribe and get a free Amazon gift card with a qualifying device (Amazon and non-Amazon tech are eligible) trade-in. We explain the terms and conditions below. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe e-Reader Save 20% + Amazon gift card (with trade-in) Kindle e-readers are per


For the first time, research reveals crows use statistical logic
87Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge (credit: John Dreyer ) Whether playing tricks, mimicking speech, or holding “ funerals ,” crows and ravens (collectively known as corvids) have captured the public’s attention due to their unexpected intelligence. Thanks to results from a new Current Biology study, our understanding of their capabilities only continues to grow, as researchers from the University of Tübingen found for the


Ford wants to double sales of hybrid F-150 pickup trucks, cuts price
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / There's a new grille for the F-150, among other tweaks for 2024. (credit: Ford) Ford has just revealed the mid-life refresh for its popular F-150 pickup truck. Among the changes to the F-150 lineup are standard LED lights, a new grille, new wheel designs, and standard Sync 4 infotainment across the range. Ford has dropped the naturally aspirated 3.3 L V6 as the entry-level motor, replac


France Says the iPhone 12 Is Radioactive
Gizmodo / 2h
French regulators halted iPhone 12 sales on Tuesday over concerns that the devices emit levels of radiation over the legal limits. The government’s Agency of National Frequencies ( ANFR ) said it will send agents to Apple stores to ensure the devices aren’t being sold, and threatened to recall all iPhone 12s in… Read more...


The Creator's Final Trailer Focuses On a Father-Child Sci-Fi Story
Gizmodo / 2h
A lot of what we’ve seen from Rogue One director Gareth Edwards’ new sci-fi film The Creator has put a focus on the human-A.I. conflict at its core—but its final trailer puts more of that aside to focus on the bond between man and machine that is going to centre the futuristic whizzbang action. Read more...


Biggest-Ever United Club Opens At Denver Airport (DEN)
66One Mile at a Time / 2h
United Airlines has been focused on improving Denver Airport (DEN) recently. While the airport has limited long haul service, it’s an important domestic connecting hub for United, and it’s also an airport where United is competing fiercely with Southwest for market share. Along those lines, United is investing $1 billion in the passenger experience at the airport. Recently a new United Club opene


New implant can track the health of organ transplants in real time
Mashable / 3h
The future or organ transplantation could be defined this ultra thin implantable device that can monitor organs' health in real time. Developed by scientists at Northwestern University , the thin device can be placed directly on the transplant to track its responses, like body temperature shifts, which are then streamed wirelessly to a phone or tablet to alert the patient or their doctor of any c


Where Is the Pictures Folder on a Mac?
21How-To Geek / 3h
If you recently got a new Mac, you might not see your Pictures folder in the " Favorites" sidebar of Finder anymore. But don't worry, it's still there. Here's how to find the Pictures folder — and how to add it to your sidebar again.


The Logitech G502X Plus Is Good for More Than Just Gaming
Lifehacker / 3h
The Logitech G502 X Plus is the latest gaming mouse in Logitech’s mainstream lineup. It’s nearly identical to the Logitech G502 that preceded it, though some notable features are missing from the design. If you’re already sold on the style and design of the Logitech G502 series, then the G502 X Plus is a no-brainer.… Read more...



How a business credit card could help your personal credit scores
The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The right business credit card offers a lot of benefits to a small-business owner. Not only does a business credit card help you earn valuable points and miles, but it also may help you establish a better commercial credit rating for your company. But will a business credit card help build your personal cr


Pair your brand-new iPhone 15 with one of the best phone cases out there
Mashable / 3h
Our top picks: Best clear iPhone 15 case iPhone 15 Plus clear case with MagSafe $49 at Apple Best antimicrobial iPhone 15 case Otterbox Defender Series Pro for iPhone 15 $64.95 at Otterbox Best leather iPhone 15 case Casetify leather phone case for iPhone 15 $72 at Casetify On September 12, Apple announced the release date of its highly anticipated iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus . Apple confirmed t


Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Wave 2 DLC is set in Unova, new dialogue confirms
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Today (Wednesday, September 13), the first wave of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC - The Teal Mask expansion - released on Nintendo Switch , and fans have been quick to spot an important line of dialogue which confirms that the second expansion will bring players back to the Unova region, which was first introduced in Pokémon Black and White . The second expansion - titled The Indigo Disk - is set


If there’s one laptop maker I got excited about at IFA, it’s this French brand you’ve never heard of
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
I recently went to IFA 2023 in Berlin, and I’ll be honest: it wasn't a particularly exciting year at the tech expo for laptop fans. Last year saw the arrival of two awesome cutting-edge foldable laptops – the Asus Zenbook 17 Fold OLED and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Gen 2 , both of which I tested at the event – but this year I felt relegated to the minor leagues as my colleagues on the TV and hom


Celebrate 20 years of Steam by playing the best games released over the last two decades
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Valve is celebrating Steam 's 20th birthday and to mark the occasion, it's revealed the platform's top games of every year since it launched. In a new special website , complete with artwork featuring characters from some of Steam's most iconic original games, Valve commemorated the occasion by thanking users with a massive sale and looking back on the storefront's success over the years. "Valve


Ring’s new Pet Tag accessory helps reunite lost pets with their owners
TechCrunch / 3h
Amazon-owned Ring is launching a new Pet Tag accessory that is designed to help reunite lost pets with their owners, the company announced on Wednesday. The accessory essentially puts a QR code on your pet’s collar that can be scanned in order to help get them back home if they are ever lost. Once scanned, […]


Microsoft reveals the first 36 titles in the Xbox Game Pass Core library
Engadget / 3h
Xbox Live Gold will be no more as of tomorrow, September 14. Replacing it is a new tier of Game Pass called Xbox Game Pass Core . It's a different offering to Games with Gold in that there will be a rotating library of a few dozen games, rather than you being able to claim some titles for your collection each month. Xbox has now revealed the initial list of Game Pass Core titles, but the choices


For All Mankind Season 4 Gets a Tantalizing Teaser
46Gizmodo / 3h
Do you need a job? Would you like to work on Mars? Well, in our first look at the fourth season of Apple TV+’s criminally underrated drama , For All Mankind, that’s exactly what’s at stake. Read more...


MobileCoin, which powers Signal’s anonymous crypto payments, appoints new CEO
TechCrunch / 3h
MobileCoin, the startup known for building Signal’s crypto payments feature, has appointed a new CEO as it works on expanding its encrypted money transfer service to global users in need of a more modern remittance solution. Sara Drakeley is taking the helm as MobileCoin’s new chief executive officer. Replacing her previous role as the firm’s […]


This startup has 12 co-founders
TechCrunch / 3h
For the most part, founding teams are small, tight and have a unified vision as to where they’re going.


72 hours left for last-chance savings to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
TechCrunch / 3h
Now, hear this! You have only 72 hours left to fight inflation on prices to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023. The startup world’s big tent kicks off next week and runs September 19–21. Tick tock: Buy your pass by September 15 at 11:59 p.m. PDT and save up to $400. That’s 20 Jacksons for one small action. […]


Superorganism wants to be the conservationist on the cap table
TechCrunch / 3h
The earth has seen a 69% decline in wildlife populations over the last 50 years. In the same amount of time, carbon emissions have increased by 90%. And while many venture firms have been created to fund the startups tackling the rise in carbon, the same couldn’t be said about biodiversity. Until now. Superorganism launched […]


Goodbye Lightning Cable: iPhone Goes USB-C at Last
How-To Geek / 3h
The iPhone 15 will be the first iPhone to include USB-C functionality, following on from a change Apple made to higher-end iPad models. Though Apple didn’t come up with this great idea on its own, the change is still something to celebrate.


You Can Totally Marinate Meat in Flavored Yogurt
Lifehacker / 3h
My fridge is well-stocked with dairy. Cheese, sour cream, labneh, yogurt, every type of liquid dairy known to cow-kind, from milk to heavy whipping cream—I have it all. One thing you won’t usually find in there is flavored yogurt. (I usually buy a big tub of plain and stir in strawberry jam or honey.) But recently I… Read more...


Adobe Acrobat and Reader have some serious security flaws, so patch now
Exploitation for Client Execution (Enterprise T1203)•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Adobe has issued a urgent warning to users of its Acrobat and Acrobat Reader PDF editors following the discovery of a zero-day vulnerability of critical severity. The software company has released a security update for Windows and macOS users, urging them to apply the patch as soon as possible in order to reduce the risk of an attack. In a statement , the firm said: “Adobe is aware that CVE-2023-


Adobe Premiere Pro is getting an AI tool to cut your hems and haws
Engadget / 3h
Creating smooth, high-quality is a challenge, with car horns and accidental pauses two of the many obstacles necessary to overcome. Adobe Premiere Pro is attempting to make these points less of a nuisance with the automatic removal of any background noise or accidental "ums" that get muttered. Adobe Premiere Pro should get rid of your "ums" and "hmms" with an update called filler word detection —


12 Promotions For Buying Airline & Hotel Points
300+One Mile at a Time / 3h
Strategically buying airline & hotel points can be a great value , especially for aspirational redemptions. This can save you a huge amount off the retail cost of a first & business class flight, or a five star hotel stay. We frequently see loyalty programs offer promotions on purchased points, so in this post I wanted to recap the best offers that are currently available. I buy points all the ti


Tomorrow's surprise Nintendo Direct will focus on things coming this year
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Nintendo has confirmed that it will be hosting a Nintendo Direct tomorrow (Thursday, September 14), which will focus on Nintendo Switch games set to release by the end of 2023. The Nintendo Direct will be “roughly 40 minutes” long, and will take place at 10am ET/ 7am PT/ 3pm GMT / 12am AEST. When it goes live, viewers will be able to tune in on the Nintendo website here . No specific games have b


Hackers claim it only took a 10-minute phone call to shut down MGM Resorts
100+Engadget / 3h
The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group claimed responsibility for the MGM Resorts cyber outage on Tuesday, according to a post by malware archive vx-underground . The group claims to have used common social engineering tactics, or gaining trust from employees to get inside information, to try and get a ransom out of MGM Resorts, but the company reportedly refuses to pay. The conversation that grante


The next Nintendo Direct is set for September 14 at 10AM ET
Engadget / 3h
While rumors have been swirling about Nintendo showing off its next console to developers , the Switch will stick around for a while yet. There are a bunch of first-party games lined up for the current console stretching into next year, and we'll soon find out more about those and third-party titles that are on the way to the Switch. That's because the company has announced a Nintendo Direct for



United Airlines debuts largest-ever lounge at Denver International Airport
100+The Points Guy / 3h
Denver International Airport (DEN) is now home to the largest United Airlines lounge, clocking in at 35,000 square feet. For context, the United Club that opened last year in Newark Liberty International Airport’s (EWR) Terminal C is about 30,000 square feet. The Chicago-based airline announced Tuesday the opening of the largest United Club at Denver’s Concourse B, which spans three levels and ha


The A.V. Club's AI-Generated Articles Are Copying Directly From IMDb
100+Futurism / 3h
When the iconic entertainment site The A.V. Club started publishing AI-generated articles earlier this summer at the directive of its owner, G/O Media, the backlash was intense. " The A.V. Club used to be a benchmark for pop culture writing on the net and now it's a private equity ghost town pumping out AI generated listicles," wrote film journalist Luke Dunne. "MST3K" writer Tammy Golden called


Independent Researchers Impressed by Tesla Semi's Real World Range
83Futurism / 3h
On and On Data is finally starting to come in about the Tesla Semi truck. Specifically, a demonstration called " Run on Less ," undertaken by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) and focusing on new electric trucks' performance in real-world conditions, has been garnering some promising stats about three of PepsiCo's Tesla Semi fleet. Though there are still a few weeks to go,


Alza emerges from stealth to offer affordable and inclusive financial tools to immigrants
TechCrunch / 4h
Arturo Villanueva spent over four years on Stripe’s financial partnerships team. During that time, he led partnerships with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and regional banks across Latin America, struck strategic deals with JPMorgan Chase, Wells-Fargo, and Bank of America in the U.S., and led the underlying infrastructure build for the fintech giant’s cross-border payouts product, allowing […


What’s New in the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro?
How-To Geek / 4h
Once a year Tim Cook gets on stage to introduce a brand-new iPhone or two, among other things. This time around it’s the iPhone 15, the iPhone 15 Pro, and a new cursed dongle. Here's everything new.


What Apple’s Switch to USB-C Really Means for iPhone Users
Lifehacker / 4h
It’s official: the iPhone 15 will ditch Apple’s proprietary Lightning port and feature a USB-C port instead. Apple confirmed the change during Tuesday’s “ Wonderlust ” event, unveiling the iPhone 15 line, as well as two new Apple Watches : the Series 9 and Ultra 2. The change comes in response to a recent European… Read more...


Buy Southwest Rapid Rewards Points For 50% Off (1.5 Cents Per Point)
1KOne Mile at a Time / 4h
Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards is currently offering a promotion on purchased points . While there has long been value in strategically buying points , the concept of a revenue based frequent flyer program selling points has always been strange to me, especially for an airline like Southwest. Let’s take a look at the details, but I’ll say upfront that this is an offer you probably shouldn’t tak


Investing in holistic innovation
MIT Technology Review / 4h
For many organizations, innovation is focused on a few strategically prioritized initiatives and often is incremental by design. Change and the surprises it brings can be a grudgingly accepted necessity. Savvy companies, however, acknowledge that innovation must also be part of a firm’s strategy and deployed through every department. The value of most companies in the market, for example, is base


Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for 84% Off, Plus More Deals
How-To Geek / 4h
With only about a week and a half left of summer, it won't be long before autumn is fully upon us. So why not close out summer 2023 by treating yourself to one of the many deals available on various electronics and tech accessories? This week, you can save several hundred dollars on the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, treat yourself to a new Garmin Forerunner 745 smartwatch, get the best price on the A


Updates From The Marvels, Stranger Things, and More
Gizmodo / 4h
Get to know the mysterious characters of The Fall of the House of Usher. Could a Brightburn 2 really happen? Get a look at Kiernan Shipka’s new time-travel slasher movie. Plus, what’s coming on Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon and American Horror Story: Delicate. Spoilers, away! Read more...


Spotify’s new Showcase tool lets artists pay to promote their music in the Home feed
TechCrunch / 4h
Spotify this week launched a new tool called Showcase that allows artists to promote their work directly in the streaming app’s revamped Home feed introduced earlier this year. With Showcase, artists can create a mobile card that they can use to introduce their music, including new and catalog releases, which then appears as a sponsored […]


What’s more venture capital than space lasers?
TechCrunch / 4h
Welcome back to Equity, the podcast about the business of startups. We brought TechCrunch+ senior climate reporter Tim De Chant on to talk climate tech and the sustainability stage at Disrupt.


Apple's switch to USB-C on the iPhone 15 brings more cable confusion
100+Engadget / 4h
This week Apple introduced the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro lines which include the long-awaited switch from the company’s proprietary Lightning Connector to USB-C. And while the move may have been motivated more by EU regulations than a desire to increase usability, having all the major smartphone makers finally using the same port for data and charging is a positive development. Unfortunately, A


How to build a custom keyboard in 2023
Engadget / 4h
Building your first custom mechanical keyboard can be intimidating. Between all the parts and terminology involved, it’s hard to know where to start. Thankfully, it’s also never been easier to jump into the hobby. For this guide, I interviewed two YouTube creators — Brian Philips of BadSeed Tech fame and Alexander ‘Alexotos ’ Medeot. Between them, Philips and Medeot have built and reviewed hundre


The largest and most unique resort in Arizona will have a theme park, concert venue and more
60The Points Guy / 4h
Rising like a phoenix in the Arizona desert, a new resort is taking shape in Glendale, Arizona. Set on 60 acres and just 1,000 feet from the Arizona Cardinals football stadium, Vai Resort promises to be the most unique resort in Arizona when it debuts in 2024. TPG recently visited the site of the new resort to see the development firsthand. Grant Fisher, president of Vai Global Development, showe


Capital One Venture X credit card review: Luxury perks for a reasonable annual fee
21The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information and offers. Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card overview The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is the issuer’s first foray into the world of premium travel rewards cards and knocks it out of the park. With an annual fee (see rates and fees ) that undercuts the competition and plentiful perks that are easy to understand,


Space Kombucha Could Help Sustain Future Colonies on Mars
26Gizmodo / 4h
If there’s one drink you should pack with you on a future trip to space, let it be kombucha. The fizzy, fermented drink has not only taken over trendy spots in Brooklyn, but it can also be found in low Earth orbit as part of an ongoing experiment of its resilience in the harsh space environment. Read more...


Buy Alaska Mileage Plan Miles With A 60% Bonus (1.85 Cents Per Mile)
500+One Mile at a Time / 4h
Often buying points strategically can be a good value , and Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is one of my favorite programs to buy miles from, both thanks to the frequency with which the program sells miles, and what a good deal award redemptions can be. Alaska Mileage Plan has just launched its newest promotion on purchased miles. This has the potential to be quite a good deal, and is in line with t


Quan Millz Was the Biggest Mystery on TikTok. Until Now
60Wired / 4h
The prolific street-lit author’s X-rated books went viral on TikTok. Many believed he was a white writer profiting off Black culture. That was just the beginning.


Mexican Government Discloses Shocking Footage Of Recovered Alien Body
View from the Wing / 4h
It’s possible that there aren’t beings from outer space, that if there are we’ll never find them, that they’ve probed us and are avoiding contact (prime directive?) or even that it’s actually future human societies traveling back in time (or else, why be so interested in earth over everything else that’s out there?). The Mexican government seems to be suggesting that not only are there aliens, bu



The new iPhone 15 Pro and AirPods Pro 2 provide vital Apple Vision Pro upgrades
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The Apple Vision Pro may not have been in attendance during the recent iPhone 15 launch event hosted at Apple Park, but it got a shout-out and a couple of upgrades that you might have missed. Unfortunately, these improvements aren’t coming to the headset directly, instead they're buffs exclusive for people who own multiple premium Apple products – specifically the new iPhone 15 Pro (or the iPhone


Everything You Can Do With iPhone 15 Pro's Action Button
Lifehacker / 4h
With the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max , the mute switch is officially dead. In its place, you now get an Action button, similar to the one on the Apple Watch Ultra . Thankfully, this button still works as a mute switch. If you press and hold the button, you’ll switch between ringer and silent modes. iOS will… Read more...


Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Cases
How-To Geek / 4h
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is one of the most expensive smartphones around, so you'll want to keep it safe. A good case will protect the device from wear and tear, scratches, drops, and other potential damage.


oldpaintings:But like a cloistress she will veiled walk (illus....
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
oldpaintings : But like a cloistress she will veiled walk (illus. for Twelfth Night), 1908 by William Heath Robinson (English, 1872–1944)


Brightline Expanding To Orlando, Tickets On Sale
1KOne Mile at a Time / 4h
While I’m a huge plane enthusiast, I can’t say that trains get me excited in the same way. However, as someone who lives in Florida, I do have an appreciation for Brightline, which is one of the coolest train services in the United States. Brightline’s much anticipated expansion to Orlando will be launching in the coming weeks. I first wrote about this several months ago, but we’re now close to t


Tesla plans to almost double component sourcing from India to $1.9B this year, says minister
TechCrunch / 4h
Tesla is planning to nearly double its component sourcing from India to up to $1.9 billion this year, the nation’s trade minister has said, underscoring the growth of electric-vehicle component manufacturing in the country. But Tesla’s long-floated promise of plans to build its own plants in the country remains electric dreams. Tesla bought $1 billion […]


Amazon debuts generative AI tools that helps sellers write product descriptions
TechCrunch / 4h
Amazon today introduced a new set of generative AI tools aimed at sellers which the retailer says will simplify the process of creating product listings. The retail giant claims these new capabilities are designed to help sellers generate “captivating product descriptions, titles, and listing details.” Sellers will also be able to add to their existing […]


Swan secures $40 million to bring embedded banking to Europe
TechCrunch / 4h
For the past few years, everybody working in fintech has been talking about embedded finance. It’s supposed to be the next revolution in financial services — bringing financial services to other products and services so that these services are as seamless as possible for the end users. That’s why it’s interesting to see that Swan, a […]


You Can Send Your Name to Mars
20Lifehacker / 5h
You can’t visit other planets (yet), but your name can. NASA is sending millions of people’s names to Mars. Unlike those “ name a star after yourself ” offers, this isn’t a scam; for the low price of “everyone’s tax dollars,” The National Aeronautics and Space Administration will laser-etch your name (or the name of a… Read more...


How to See What CPU Is In Your PC (and How Fast It Is)
50How-To Geek / 5h
Every computer contains at least one processor, also known as a CPU or central processing unit. Your computer's CPU is probably made by Intel or AMD. Here's how to see what CPU you have and how fast it is.


Ring announces a wearable for your lost pets that's just a QR code
26Engadget / 5h
Amazon’s Ring is mostly known for doorbell cams and consumer-grade surveillance tech, but the company’s moving past humans and onto our beloved furry friends. It just announced the Ring Pet Tag to help find lost pets, as the tag attaches to a collar and allows access to a bevy of digital information about the animal, should it wander away from the yard. Here’s how it works. If you happen upon a l


Lufthansa adds a bevy of new routes across the US and Canada for 2024
42The Points Guy / 5h
Lufthansa is expanding. The conglomerate, which owns Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Swiss International Air Lines along with its namesake airline, is adding a slate of new routes to cities across North America as part of its 2024 schedule. Next June, Lufthansa will enter two new markets: Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Th


Hands-on with Therabody’s new TheraFace Mask
Mashable / 5h
Therabody became a staple in my beauty routine with the TheraFace PRO , and now it’s claimed another spot in my skincare lineup with the new TheraFace Mask. Announced September 13, the TheraFace Mask is the hands-free answer to TheraBody Beauty’s facial health mission. It features LED lights to help with skin appearance and vibration therapy to boost circulation and ease tension. The FDA-approved


Olivia Rodrigo's New Music Video Was Filmed Completely on the iPhone 15 Pro
82Gizmodo / 5h
Olivia Rodrigo is continuing her reign as Gen Z’s tech mogul , but this time she’s partnering with Apple. The angsty singer-songwriter released a brand new music video for her album GUTS that was shot entirely on the newly announced iPhone 15 Pro . Read more...


WhatsApp Channels are expanding to 150 countries
26Engadget / 5h
WhatsApp's Channels came on the scene in early June and has since only made its way into ten countries. Now, Meta has announced its expanding channels to over 150 countries — quite the leap — along with adding new features and public figures. Meta claims thousands of new organizations and celebs are coming to Channels, ranging from the MLB to Olivia Rodrigo. As part of its expansion, you should n


Adobe's Firefly AI is now commercially available on Photoshop, Illustrator and Express
33Engadget / 5h
Just seven months, and reportedly 2 billion generated images, after first incorporating the beta AI into its suite of image and video editing tools , Adobe announced on Wednesday that its Firefly for Enterprise generative AI is now commercially available in Photoshop, Illustrator and Adobe Express workflows. And with the release comesa new free-to-use Firefly web application as well, available as


Adobe's free version of Firefly finally exits beta – here's how to access it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Adobe has announced it is expanding the general availability of its Firefly generative AI tool on the company’s free Express platform. More specifically, the Text to Image and Text Effects tools are finally exiting their months-long beta. The former, as the name suggests, allows users to create unique images just by entering a word prompt such as horses galloping or a monster in a forest. The lat


Marie Kondo and the Manhattan Project
31Wired / 5h
What does the author and lifestyle guru have in common with the mathematician Stan Ulam—and Benjamin Franklin?


Adobe’s Firefly generative AI models are now generally available, get pricing plans
TechCrunch / 5h
One hundred seventy-six days after launching its Firefly generative AI models into beta, Adobe today announced that Firefly is now generally and commercially available in its Creative Cloud, Adobe Express and Adobe Experience Cloud. This means, for example, that Firefly features like generative fill and generative expand in Photoshop are now available without having to […]


These Miniature Cleaning Products Are Perfect for Small Apartments
Lifehacker / 5h
Even if you live in a tiny studio apartment or a dorm, you still have to keep it clean. Storing cleaning supplies when you’re limited on space and storage is a burden, but there are small versions of these tools that will help you tidy up your little home while still holding on to some of that precious room in the… Read more...



The most epic cruise ever? What it’s like traveling to the North Pole on a luxury icebreaker
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: TPG’s Gene Sloan accepted a free trip from Ponant Cruises to accompany one of its first expedition cruises to the North Pole. The opinions expressed below are entirely his and weren’t subject to review by the line. Our luxurious French expedition ship, Le Commandant Charcot, shudders as it plows through a thick slab of snow-covered ice. Down below, under the mighty vessel’s special


Lufthansa Reveals Airbus A380 Routes For 2023 & 2024
1KOne Mile at a Time / 5h
After being grounded for over three years , Lufthansa brought back some of its Airbus A380s as of the summer of 2023. The airline is planning on progressively bringing back more of these planes, and will eventually have all eight remaining A380s back in service . While these aircraft have already started to return to service, the airline has now revealed the routes that will be operated by the A3


How to Create Animated Stickers From Live Photos on Your iPhone
How-To Geek / 5h
You can create cool animated stickers using Live Photos on your iPhone. Akin to the background remover on iOS 16 , Apple has introduced a new feature in iOS 17 that picks the subjects from Live Photos and converts them into animated stickers.


Port is aging well as developer portal concept takes shape
28TechCrunch / 5h
Port’s founders decided to build a developer portal, a central place for developers to find all the information about their development projects, at a good time. Companies have been recognizing the need for this tool, pushed in part by Spotify Backstage, an open source project released several years ago by the music streaming service. This […]


Adobe starts paying bonuses to Stock contributors whose content is being used to train Firefly
TechCrunch / 5h
Now that Adobe’s Firefly generative AI models are now generally available. One feature that always made Firefly stand out from a crowd of other image generation models was that the company only trained it on content that was either in the public domain or that it had rights to through Adobe Stock, its stock image […]


WhatsApp is launching its Channels feature globally
25TechCrunch / 5h
WhatsApp announced today that it is expanding its Channels feature aimed toward broadcasted messages. The company said Channels will be available to all users in more than 150 countries over the next few weeks. Mark Zuckerberg announced the rollout of the feature on his new WhatsApp channel. “Excited to introduce you all to WhatsApp Channels, […]


NordVPN Sonar wants to stop phishing attacks hitting your browser
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Popular VPN maker NordVPN has jumped on the artificial intelligence bandwagon with a new browser extension designed to protect users from phishing attacks. The tool, called Sonar, uses the same LLM technology that underpins ChatGPT to detect phishing emails and protect individuals from cybercrimes. Sonar is the first experimental project to have been launched under the NordLabs platform, and look


A24 is letting you buy the freaky hand from 'Talk to Me'
Mashable / 5h
If you're one for more macabre presents, A24 has one hell of an idea for you. The studio is currently selling the creepy occult hand from its buzzy horror film, Talk to Me , in its online store , which means you can have a temporary demonic possession conduit slash incense holder right into your very own home. SEE ALSO: 'Talk to Me' directors Michael and Danny Philippou choose their ultimate horr


X Corp faces Dutch privacy class action over MoPub data trading
TechCrunch / 5h
Make way for another Dutch class action privacy damages lawsuit — this one targeting the company formerly known as Twitter (now X Corp); and MoPub, the mobile ad platform it used to own (before selling it to AppLovin at the start of last year), which is accused of “illegal trafficking” of millions of app users’ […]


Spotify’s new Daylist is the playlist you didn’t know you needed
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
It's ten in the morning. What do you want to listen to? According to Spotify's new Daylist feature, what I need right now is some hardcore punk rock. Later, it might suggest some chill wave or maybe some synth pop to get me in the mood for going out tonight. Your Daylist could be, and almost certainly will be, completely different. My kids are more likely to wake up to the sound of "bedroom pop b


You Should Recycle the Potting Soil From Your Dead Plants
26Lifehacker / 5h
In a corner of your local nursery, hidden way in the back, is a worker dumping out an endless stream of dead plants into a pile, and tossing the plastic planter into a dumpster. It looks a little like what you do at home, tossing planters at the end of the season full of dead plants, with one notable exception: The… Read more...


Hands-on With the Apple Watch's New Double Tap Gesture
Gizmodo / 5h
I use an Android watch, but even I have to say, when it comes to user interfaces, Apple knows how to hit the mark. That’s nowhere more apparent than with the new double tap gesture on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, announced at its Wonderlust event , where it also debuted the iPhone 15. Read more...


Capital One Venture X Business 150K Bonus Miles Offer
One Mile at a Time / 6h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Business ( Rates & Fees ) We’ve just seen online applications open for the Capital One Venture X Business , which is Capital One’s lucrative new business card. This card is offering an excellent welcome offer, so in this post I wanted to go over the details of that. Capital One Venture X Business offering 150K bonus miles The Capital One Venture X Bus


How to Take a Scrolling Screenshot on Android
36How-To Geek / 6h
Taking a screenshot is a core Android feature, but it has changed a bit over the years. Android 11 introduced a new screenshot UI, and subsequent versions have built upon that. We'll show you how to capture long page screenshots.


New nighttime show coming to Disneyland pays tribute to New Orleans
The Points Guy / 6h
Though Disneyland is in sunny Southern California, Walt Disney’s original theme park has prominent ties to New Orleans. The park has an entire land called New Orleans Square, inspired by Walt’s travels to the city in the years leading up to Disneyland’s opening in 1955. The mayor of New Orleans was even on hand to make Walt an honorary citizen of the city when the land was added to Disneyland in


The Download: Google’s anti-censorship tool, and China’s critical minerals
29MIT Technology Review / 6h
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. Google has a new tool to outsmart authoritarian internet censorship The news: Google is launching new anti-censorship technology created in response to actions by Iran’s government during the 2022 protests, the company has exclusively told MIT Technology Revie


NFL games will stream on Prime Video in HDR, but sadly not in 4K
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
There's good news for NFL fans who subscribe to Amazon's Prime Video. With the new 2023/24 NFL season starting this week in the US, Amazon will be producing and streaming its Thursday Night Football games in HDR for the very first time. That means much more contrast between light and dark and more vivid colors, so the action should really pop. Amazon is also bringing some other cool new features


'Next Goal Wins' review: Taika Waititi fails hard at team comedy
Mashable / 6h
Taika Waititi is on a losing streak. Sure, last year the New Zealand actor/writer/director earned praise for his performance of a besotted pirate in the queer comedy series Our Flag Mean Death — and sparked a resurgence of online fandom. But his reputation as a filmmaker is falling apart. Early on, Waititi won praise for his distinctly weird and irreverent brand of kiwi comedy, which shined in co


Starfield gets a much-needed performance boost on PC with new Nvidia update
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Nvidia has released a brand new graphics driver update that should improve Starfield 's performance. If you've been playing Bethesda's spacefaring RPG on PC recently, you may have been experiencing some performance issues, mainly revolving around FPS, stuttering, and maybe even some crashes. Some players have resorted to installing a range of mods that are designed to replace AMD 's FSR2 with Nvi


Pokémon Scarlet and Violet 2.0.1 update adds huge new quality of life features for free
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Today, alongside the release of their first wave of DLC, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet received a huge new update, which has rolled out a number of new features and quality of life updates for free - available for all players, regardless of if they’ve bought the DLC or not. As Nintendo Life reports , a number of changes have been made to the in-game camera app. Photos are now taken using the ‘A’ but



Apple’s switch to USB-C resurfaces the need to label the cables
TechCrunch / 6h
Apple finally switched to the USB-C port with the iPhone 15 series at its Wonderlust event. While having a ubiquitous port for all phones (and most other gadgets) is a good thing, there is a dire need to label USB-C cables to understand their full capability. At the outset, USB-C is simple. You can probably […]


Sony's big PS5 update adds Dolby Atmos support and lets you turn off the startup beep
93Engadget / 6h
The latest software update for the PlayStation 5 adds a number of useful features to the console, starting with the ability to enjoy its 3D Audio powered by Tempest 3D AudioTech on compatible Dolby Atmos-enabled HDMI devices. Sony first made the feature available, along with the other ones we're mentioning here, as part of a beta update released back in August. Now, it's available to all PS5 user


What would it take to build a self-sustaining astronaut ecosystem on Mars?
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) In 1829, Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward , a doctor living near Wellclose Square in London, dropped a few seeds of fern and grass into a bottle partially filled with soil. Soon, he witnessed tiny blades of grass and one little fern sprouting from the soil, despite the bottle having been sealed. It turned out that plants, cycling through whatever water, minera


Being a Night Owl Might Raise Your Diabetes Risk
Gizmodo / 6h
Being a night owl might not be great for your blood sugar control, new research this week suggests. The study found that middle-aged women who prefer to stay up late were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. This associated link was found even after the researchers accounted for other unhealthy behaviors more… Read more...


Guest Says Marriott Hotel Called Him A “Dumb Ass” For Booking Through Expedia
View from the Wing / 6h
Chatting through the Marriott app with the Residence Inn at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center, a guest says they requested a king bed but their reservation showed they were booked into a queen room. Continue reading ...


The Best Ways to Find a Running Track Near You (and a Beginner’s Workout to Try)
Lifehacker / 6h
If you want to become a faster runner, you’ll probably end up doing a lot of speedwork on a track. Or if you live in a hilly place, you might wish you had a nice flat track to run on. But how do you find one that’s open to the public? Turns out it’s easier than you might think. Many public high school tracks are… Read more...


Rivian R2S and R2T: What You Need to Know
How-To Geek / 6h
Rivian, the new American automaker producing "electric adventure vehicles," is still busy ramping up production on its R1T electric truck and R1S SUV , but they're also looking ahead to the future. I'm talking about the Rivian R2 platform, which promises to deliver smaller yet highly capable EVs starting at $40,000.


What to know about new resort fees at some Hawaii hotels
33The Points Guy / 6h
In theory (according to hotels, anyway), resort fees should help hotel guests save money. Rather than charging individually for amenities like pool towels, beach chairs and entertainment, some hotels group these fees into one fee that is added to your room rate. In reality, resort fees have become a thorn in the side of many travelers for a few reasons. One, travelers often aren’t able to take ad


View of bronze tablet marking the site of Detroit’s Underground Railroad station. Installed on…
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
View of bronze tablet marking the site of Detroit’s Underground Railroad station. Installed on Detroit Bank building at the northeast corner of Griswold and State Streets. Inscription reads: “This tablet marks the site of Detroit’s ‘Underground Railway Station.’ A large brick building known as 'The Finney House Barn,” was located here, and used as a depot for helping slaves gain freedom into Cana


Netflix's 'Once Upon a Star' trailer is a love letter to '60s Thai cinema
24Mashable / 6h
Well, now here's a trailer that'll make you want to start a portable outdoor cinema. Set in the '70s, Nonzee Nimibutr's Once Upon a Star follows a travelling pharma-cinema unit, which packs up a whole open air cinema and drives it around Thailand in a van, showing Thai films of the '60s for communities. With the film shown through a projector with a temporary screen, the team then adds sound effe


New beer Flawless Victory is the perfect pairing with Mortal Kombat 1
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Ahead of Mortal Kombat 1 's release, the Mondo Brewing Company has released a new and improved beer called Flawless Victory. Mortal Kombat 1 is set to release September 19 on PS5 , Xbox Series X |S, Nintendo Switch , and PC, but before you settle in to play through this much-anticipated game, you need to check out this latest collab. The Mondo Brewing Company has joined forces with Warner Bros. t


The iPhone mini is dead – and the iPhone SE can't fill the hole it leaves
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
It's the end of the road for the iPhone mini – Apple quietly retired its small phone series during the iPhone 15 launch, and the third-gen iPhone SE sadly can't take its place for fans of phones under six inches. Last night, Apple bundled the iPhone 13 mini into a van and left a notable, if completely unsurprising, gap in its new lineup. Now, all that stands next to its 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch phon


AMD could be shifting to focus on the mid-range GPU market - here’s why that’s a good thing
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Looking at the graphics card market, it’s pretty clear - even to a casual observer - that AMD has ceded a significant amount of ground to Nvidia in the high-end arena. The RTX 4090 is arguably the best graphics card ever made, and Nvidia still dominates the PC gaming space as per the Steam Hardware Survey . Now, it looks like AMD is ready to surrender its high-end GPU market share entirely, with


Stability AI, gunning for a hit, launches an AI-powered music generator
71TechCrunch / 6h
A year ago, Stability AI, the London-based startup behind the open source image-generating AI model Stable Diffusion, quietly released Dance Diffusion, a model that can generate songs and sound effects given a text description of the songs and sound effects in question. Dance Diffusion was Stability AI’s first foray into generative audio, and it signaled […]


9 travel features I’m most excited about with Apple’s new iPhone 15 family
The Points Guy / 7h
It’s that time of the year again. On Tuesday, Apple unveiled the newest iPhone and Apple Watch models during a hybrid virtual and in-person “Wanderlust” keynote broadcast from its Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino, California. Each fall, the tech giant shows off its newest smartphones and smartwatches, and this action-packed keynote will definitely leave many customers excited for launch day o


Stephen King tweets his 'Pet Sematary: Bloodlines' review
49Mashable / 7h
Stephen King can be pretty vocal about adaptations of his work , and he's not one to hide his feelings if he doesn't like the end result. The good news for people looking forward to watching Pet Sematary: Bloodlines , Lindsey Anderson Beer and Jeff Buhler's prequel to the 2019 adaptation of the novel? The horror master is a fan. SEE ALSO: Every single Stephen King movie adaptation, ranked On Tues


The Morning After: Everything announced at Apple’s iPhone 15 event
81Engadget / 7h
Farewell Lightning cable. I will miss you when I inevitably get rid of all my cables, only to forget my MacBook wireless keyboard and trackpad still need you. Yes, the iPhone is going USB-C for 2023. That’s true across the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. And AirPods Pro. Apple Apple hasn’t changed the screen sizes of this year’s iPhones. The base iPhone 15 and the


Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 devs had military advisors help during the story writing process
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
It turns out that the writing behind Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) ’s campaign was supported by a team of real military advisors, who were able to explain to the developers at Sledgehammer Games how planned in-game scenarios would be carried out in real life. In an interview with The Guardian, creative director Dave Swenson spoke about this process, and how it impacted the missions that f


The Witcher: Path of Destiny board game announced
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
CD Projekt Red has announced a new board game called The Witcher : Path of Destiny in collaboration with Go On Board. The Witcher: Path of Destiny is a new one-to-five player competitive board and card game based on the novels by Andrzej Sapkowski and will feature the return of fan-favorite characters that were included in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt , including Geralt of Rivia, Ciri, and Yennefer o



Capital One Venture X Business Review: Huge Perks, Great Value
36One Mile at a Time / 7h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Business ( Rates & Fees ) We’ve just seen the online launch of the Capital One Venture X Business , which is Capital One’s new premium business card. I’d argue that this is now one of the best business cards on the market. The card offers a great return on spending, valuable perks that justify the annual fee, a huge bonus, and more. I wanted to write


For Hollywood, scary AI is an old trope. It's now a true threat.
33Mashable / 7h
Fear of artificial intelligence has long proven fertile ground for film and TV makers — and yes, it usually errs on the apocalyptic side of things. Master of the World, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Ex Machina, the Terminator and The Matrix franchises, Avengers: Age of Ultron , I, Robot , even episodes of The X-Files and The Simpsons , to name a few, have each contended with a machine learning threat ag


Kolors acquires Urbvan to transform corporate bus travel in Mexico
TechCrunch / 7h
Kolors, a Mexico City-based startup that connects intercity bus riders with bus drivers, is acquiring B2B van pooling provider Urbvan for $12 million cash, the company shared Wednesday. Kolors CEO and co-founder Rodrigo Martínez has said his service is like “if Uber and Southwest Airlines had a baby.” The startup partners with small and medium-sized […]


Could Intel Return to the Console Business?
How-To Geek / 7h
With the exception of the ARM-based Nintendo Switch, the console market is entirely based on AMD CPU and GPU technology. Consoles represent a huge chip market, so isn't it strange that a major semiconductor company like Intel is a no-show?


Scientists Say You’re Looking for Alien Civilizations All Wrong
55Wired / 7h
A new report lays out a modern way to search for E.T., calling for better use of big data and machine learning techniques.


How to Take Back the Internet
24Wired / 7h
Cory Doctorow talks about everything that threatens to make the internet “a toxic waste dump”—and the ways you can regain control of your choices online.


The iPhone 15 Opts for Intuitive AI, Not Generative AI
57Wired / 7h
Apple ignored the tech industry's obsession with generative AI at the new iPhone launch, offering subtler AI features that make everyday tasks like photography and phone calls better.


Why Some Animals Thrive in Cities
31Wired / 7h
Why does some wildlife thrive in the city? Figuring this out is the first step to boosting urban biodiversity. And that's good for everyone.


The US Congress Has Trust Issues. Generative AI Is Making It Worse
48Wired / 7h
Senators are meeting with Silicon Valley's elite to learn how to deal with AI. But can Congress tackle the rapidly emerging tech before working on itself?


French watchdog temporarily halts iPhone 12 sales over radiation levels
TechCrunch / 7h
Just a few hours after Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, France’s radiation watchdog (ANFR) released a public statement announcing that the iPhone 12 breaches radiation levels. The watchdog notified Apple of the findings and told the company that it should temporarily halt iPhone 12 sales and release a fix as quickly […]


The Sims 5 will be "free to enter" as described by EA
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Lyndsay Pearson, VP of franchise creative for The Sims at Maxis Studios, confirmed on Tuesday that The Sims 5 (currently titled Project Rene ) will be free to download across all platforms when it launches following a since removed job listing published in June that stated the title would be free-to-enter. In a Behind The Sims video, Pearson stated: “We intend for Project Rene to be free to downl


Long awaited PS5 update is available now, adding support for Dolby Atmos and 8TB SSDs
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The latest PS5 update is now ready for you to download to your console, offering some significant additions as well as an audio feature Xbox Series X|S has had since launch. PS5 system update 23.02-08.00.00 is now live, having previously been in beta testing for a number of users since early August. In case you missed out on the beta test, or are just learning about it today, the update is a subs


10 Wacky Moments From Day One of Google’s Antitrust Trial
24Gizmodo / 7h
As Google faced off against the Department of Justice on the first day of a hotly anticipated antitrust trial , company lawyer John Schmidtlein laid out an interesting perspective. “This case is really all about Microsoft,” Schmidtlein said. Read more...


AirPods’ new firmware for iOS 17 is out – here’s how to check if yours have updated
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
A new firmware update for AirPods has been released today, following the Apple September Event 2023 . Instead of waiting until iOS 17 is released next Monday on September 18, Apple has gone ahead with the rollout, readying its devices for the switch. What this means is that the best AirPods should be automatically updated to version 6.0. In the case of the AirPods Pro 2 , which received the build


'Top Boy' and the pressure to provide
Mashable / 8h
Since 2011, Top Boy has given a voice to the silenced as it explores the people behind the stereotypes. Creator Ronan Bennett's characters aim to educate viewers on the situations that have led young people, particularly Black British men, to be labelled as drug dealers and criminals, as it simultaneously touches on topics at the heart of communities, such as mental health, abuse, immigration, an


How China hopes to secure its supply chain for critical minerals
52MIT Technology Review / 8h
This story first appeared in China Report, MIT Technology Review’s newsletter about technology developments in China. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every Tuesday. When China announced back in July that it was restricting exports of germanium and gallium, it was a reminder of the leverage that China holds in the global supply chain for critical minerals, a group of 50 materials determined by


Researchers used Wi-Fi signals to see through walls. Game-changing breakthrough? Or privacy nightmare waiting to happen?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Scientists have engineered a technology that lets people read letters and see objects through walls using Wi-Fi signals. The system, developed by researchers with UC Santa Barbara, traces the edges of objects on the other side of solid barriers, including English letters of the alphabet. In one experiment, for example, the team used the technology to decipher the word “BELIEVE” from the other sid


iPhone 15 Pro will support native versions of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Death Stranding, and more
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Apple has announced that the iPhone 15 Pro will support native versions of several games, including Assassin’s Creed Mirage , Resident Evil 4 Remake , and more. During the Apple Wonderlust Event on September 12, the tech company unveiled a whole bunch of new Apple products, alongside its new iPhone 15 model. While detailing this upcoming new mobile, as well as its other versions including iPhone


The Twisted Eye in the Sky Over Buenos Aires
76Wired / 8h
A scandal unfolding in Argentina shows the dangers of implementing facial recognition—even with laws and limits in place.


Introducing the Yooatom Origin 800: The First Swappable Batteries Power Station Revolutionising Portable Power
How-To Geek / 8h
For some, camping is all about getting out into the wild, turning off the devices, and getting away from it all. But what if you want to enjoy the creature comforts of home? Camping is increasingly becoming more high-tech - with fridges, cooling systems, lighting and much more becoming the norm - and this means a greater need for power.



OneOdio A10 Review: Being Budget Doesn't Hold These Headphones Back
How-To Geek / 8h
Budget wireless headphones have come a long way in the last few years, but even now, you don't see noise cancelation in headphones as much as you do earbuds. The OneOdio A10 headphones are wireless over-ears that don't just offer up noise cancelation on a budget, but some nice other features too.


America's largest independent video store is taking its DVD-by-mail service nationwide
100+Engadget / 8h
After September 29th, Netflix will no longer rent DVDs by mail and will be winding down that part of its business altogether. Most people might be surprised that the streaming giant is still even renting DVDs, but if you're one of its subscribers who'll be sad to see the service go, there's now another rent-by-mail option you can use anywhere you are in the US. Scarecrow, the largest independent


Everything you need to know about Chrome’s latest zero-day emergency and update patch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Google has just had to release a Chrome update comprised of multiple emergency security updates because of zero-day vulnerabilities - for the fourth time this year. Zero-day vulnerabilities in software (in this case, Chrome) are vulnerabilities that are already known to the wider public and assumed to be known by bad actors. It’s also assumed those bad actors are either actively trying to or alre


Unity’s plans to charge per game install has developers begging gamers not to download their games
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Yesterday (Tuesday, September 12), it was announced that the game engine Unity will soon begin charging developers a monthly fee based on the number of installs their games have, in a move that has left many indie studios upset and frustrated. The ‘Unity Runtime Fee’ will come into effect on January 1, 2024, and will impact games which have passed certain thresholds. For anyone using Unity Person


Google Pixel Watch 2 colors and charging speed upgrade just got leaked
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Despite the fact that it won’t be officially launching until October 4, Google has already shown off the Pixel Watch 2 in a teaser video , but there’s still a lot that we don’t know for sure. One thing that remains uncertain is what colors the wearable will be available in, but now we have a possible answer to that. According to Droid-Life , citing information from a source that “has been reliabl


Netflix's The Fall of the House of Usher looks like a horror-tinged Succession, and I'm all in
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
If you've ever wondered what a horror-tinged version of Max's hugely succession TV show Succession would look like, Netflix has got you covered. The world's best streaming service has finally debuted a trailer for The Fall of the House of Usher , the final Netflix series from horror supremo Mike Flanagan. And, based on the show's first official teaser, which you can watch below, it's taken everyt


Google has a new tool to outsmart authoritarian internet censorship
48MIT Technology Review / 9h
Google is launching new anti-censorship technology created in response to actions by Iran’s government during the 2022 protests there, hoping that it will increase access for internet users living under authoritarian regimes all over the world. Jigsaw, a unit of Google that operates sort of like an internet freedom think tank and that creates related products, already offers a suite of anti-censo


Brightline Orlando train service finally launching Sept. 22
93The Points Guy / 9h
After several delays, Brightline is launching its high-speed rail service between Orlando and southern Florida in just over a week. The Florida -based private rail company said late Tuesday Orlando service will officially start on Sept 22 after Brightline successfully completed the final stages of certification and testing. The bright yellow trains will soon begin taking passengers from Orlando I


All the delisted 3DS Picross games are coming to the Nintendo Switch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Picross S+ has been announced by original series developer Jupiter for the Nintendo Switch which includes all the content from the nine 3DS games that were delisted. It's due to be released in 2024. Earlier this year, the Nintendo 3DS eShop was closed , which led to the delisting and removal of all nine of the Picross titles available. Now, this new collection for the Nintendo Switch includes all


Yes, 'Double Tap' is fire, but these 5 iPhone 15 event announcements are volcanic
Mashable / 9h
Did Tuesday’s iPhone 15 "Wonderlust" livestream drag you through a rollercoaster of emotions like it did for me? No? Well, perhaps I’m the only silly sap because I couldn’t help but well up – just a little bit – when Apple showcased heartfelt "survivor" stories from Apple Watch and iPhone (thank you to Emergency SOS via satellite and low heart-rate alerts). I also blurted out a few WTFs (I’m look


Apple's fun-free iPhone launch had us double-tapping our fingers
Mashable / 9h
"It's showtime!" wrote Linda Yaccarino, CEO of Twitter (or X, if you must), the day of Apple's iPhone 15 launch event. She added a camera emoji and a popcorn emoji, indicating she was getting ready for the big show. And hit send on the post...around 10 minutes after the event concluded. An uncharitable read of Yaccarino's since-deleted tweet might see it as typical of Twitter under Elon Musk: A d


Save $25 on this 3-in-1 wireless charging station
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 13, you can get the Foldpack Pro 3-in-1 wireless charging station for $49.99 instead of $75.99 — that's a savings of 34%. With all the devices we have on us these days, there’s a time and place for every gadget, and the road is neither the time nor the place for a big pile of tangled charger cables . If you’re carrying around a USB tumbleweed in your luggage, it might be ti


Get a foundation in AI and ML for just $30 with this course package
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 13, get The 2023 Machine Learning for Absolute Beginners E-Degree Program for only $29.99 — that's 90% off. Technology changes fast. Before you know it, you're feeling like your parents asking younger people for help with something on your smartphone or computer. If you want to make sure you're in the know on some of the biggest tools and technologies, like artificial intel


Find flexible remote jobs with a one-year subscription to FlexJobs for $30
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 13, get a FlexJobs 1-Yr Subscription for only $29.99 — a 57% discount. On the hunt for a remote job that offers a more flexible schedule for your busy life? It can be tough to find these perfect gigs, but that's where FlexJobs comes in. This service helps you discover potential remote positions while letting you apply efficiently and safely so you can hopefully get that "yo


This 13.3-inch portable monitor is just $108
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 13, get this 13.3" 2K Portable IPS Display Monitor for only $107.99 — that's 36% off. You’ve seen apps and virtual tools that help improve your work efficiency, now meet a physical upgrade. This 13.3-inch IPS monitor weighs about a pound so you can bring it just about anywhere, and it’s compatible with your desktop, laptop, and even your smartphone. Get it now while it’s ma


'The Other Black Girl' review: Part satire, part horror, all fun
Mashable / 9h
Right from the jump, The Other Black Girl wants you to know that the workplace is a nightmare. Hulu's new series, based on the novel by Zakiya Dalila Harris, opens in the 1980s at the offices of Wagner Books. The company's first Black editor, Kendra Rae Phillips (Cassi Maddox), is leaving for the day, not with the calm fatigue of someone ready to go home, but with the frantic worry of someone bei


Elon Musk, Sam Altman and Mark Zuckerberg to Discuss AI with Lawmakers in Washington
46NYT > Technology / 9h
Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Mark Zuckerberg, Sundar Pichai and others are discussing artificial intelligence with lawmakers, in one of the tech industry’s most proactive shows of force in Washington.


Starfield's greatest glitch has arrived, and it's all thanks to one puddle
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Players have stumbled across yet another strange bug in Starfield, except this time, it can actually help you progress. The more players explore the bleak and somewhat lifeless expanse that is Starfield , the more weird goings on they tend to find. While some are there to help you, such as the bug that lets you steal the best spacesuit in the game , others can be a massive hindrance. Many fans of


NBA 2K24 is Steam's second worst reviewed game - just behind Overwatch 2
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Bad news for NBA 2K24, as a botched PC port has put it squarely in second place for the worst-reviewed Steam games of all time. NBA 2K24 has garnered over 3,700 Steam user reviews less than a week since its September 8 launch, only 11% of which are positive. It is still a long way off Overwatch 2 , which still sits in the top spot with over 180,000 user reviews, of which just 10% are positive. Th



Game developers are furious about Unity's new installation-based fees
Mashable / 9h
Game engine Unity has announced it will begin charging developers a fee every time a user installs their game. That's even if someone's just installing games they already own on a new computer. Developers are, understandably, livid. Unity unveiled its phenomenally unpopular policy change in a Tuesday blog post , immediately sparking widespread anger, confusion, and disbelief among the game develo


Finally, a robot vacuum cleaner that has the potential to get into corners
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Ecovacs has a new premium robot vacuum cleaner, and the headline feature is its new square shape which, the brand says, will help it reach into the dusty corners of our homes with a corner coverage rate of 99.77%. That’s a bold statement – does it actually work? I saw the new Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni in action during a product briefing recently in Sydney and, from the short demo, I think it does a


Telegram adds self-custodial crypto wallet worldwide, excluding the US
21TechCrunch / 10h
Telegram, the popular chat app with 800 million monthly active users, is getting a self-custodial crypto wallet. The move is set to solidify its presence in the vibrant crypto community that has emerged from its chat platform and can potentially help drive the masses into the crypto space. Telegram and TON Foundation jointly announced the […]


Durex is recruiting condom testers
80Mashable / 10h
Safe sex is imperative — especially given a nearly 24 percent increase in STI diagnoses among England residents from 2021 to 2022, according to the UK government. Despite this, condom brand Durex found that 62 percent of sexually active UK adults don't or rarely use condoms (in a survey of 2,000 UK adults done in August). People blame perceived lack of sensation (19 percent of respondents believe


Breeze triples down on Florida and adds new routes — and teases international destinations
56The Points Guy / 11h
Breeze Airways is doubling down on what it knows works best. And then some. The upstart budget airline will triple its service to Florida this winter compared to last year, expecting to operate a total of 1,402 flights to and from Florida, linking 51 city pairs. The airline also plans to add service from the airport’s newest city: Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG), near Montreal along the C
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Twitter spinoff Bluesky hits 1 million users
100+Engadget / 11h
Bluesky , one of the most notable alternatives to the platform formerly known as Twitter, has just hit a million users. That's admittedly tiny compared to the number of users on major social networks, but it's a big deal for a service that remains inaccessible to most people until today. Bluesky team member Rose Wang, who has announced the milestone on X, told TechCrunch that the service's app re


The AI Hype Train Has Stalled in China
28Wired / 12h
Chinese artificial intelligence startups say uncertain regulation, chip shortages, and a slowing economy will make it tough to compete.