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HP CEO Says They Brick Printers That Use Third-Party Ink Because of … Hackers
500+Wired / 7h
The company says it wants to protect you from “viruses.” Experts are skeptical.


15 ways that cruising newbies waste money on their first cruise
3KThe Points Guy / 12h
I can still remember my first rookie mistake on a cruise. It came about 15 minutes after I stepped on board a ship for the first time. I had worked my way up to the Lido Deck to take in the view, and I was almost immediately confronted by a beaming waiter holding out a tray of colorful umbrella drinks. “Oh, nice,” I thought. “Free sail-away cocktails!” I reached out to grab one. It was only then


5 mistakes I made when choosing a remote freelancer - and how you can avoid making them
74TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Growing a business is tough, and that's why getting the help you need at the time you need it most is vital. When you're starting and growing a business, getting freelance help can be a crucial tool to provide an extra boost, but you obviously need to make sure you're getting the right kind of resources for you. Making mistakes (and learning from them) is another key part of growing a business, b


DARPA Partially Funded Quantum Space Drive Orbital Test
Next Big Future / 12min
Richard Mansell , Chief Executive Officer at IVO Limited gave the reasons he is optimistic about the Quantum Space Drive tests that will be done in orbital microgravity. IF the orbital test works then it will lead to interstellar travel and shrinking it down would give material that would have anti-gravity like effects. We would ... Read more


You Can Get This Refurbished iPad 6 With Beats Headphones for $220 Right Now
LifeHacker / 35min
You can get a refurbished iPad 6 and a pair of Beats Flex headphones on sale for $219.99 right now (reg. $299). The refurbished iPad 6 comes with a grade "A" refurbished rating (so near-mint condition) and comes with a 9.7" Retina display, Apple A10 chip, built-in iSight and FaceTime cameras, and 128GB of storage space. The Beats Flex Headphones come with a flex-form cable that's comfortable and


eBay is laying off 9 percent of its workforce
Engadget / 1h
The latest tech giant impacted by the economy is eBay, which announced earlier today that it is reducing its workforce by around 1,000 roles. That apparently equates to roughly 9 percent of the company's full-time employees. US employees are asked to work from home on January 24, and those affected will be notified "shortly." Unlike Discord and Riot Games , though, eBay's post stopped short at sh


Jay Duplass talks Hades' big introduction to 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians'
Mashable / 1h
For Jay Duplass and his family, Tuesday nights are reserved for Percy Jackson and the Olympians . Right when new episodes drop, you can find Duplass — who plays Hades in the show — sitting on the couch with his wife, their 15-year-old daughter and 11-year-old son, and their two dogs, dinner at the ready, eager to dive into the next installment of Percy's (Walker Scobell) mythic adventures. For Du


Google Chrome is using AI to make surfing the web even easier and safer
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Google announced several new AI tools to its web browser, Google Chrome , that will help you surf the web more easily, safely, and more accessible. With the release of Chrome (M121) , the tech giant is releasing experimental generative AI features, which will be available on both Chrome for Mac and Windows. The first feature is called Tab Organizer, which enhances Tab groups by using Chrome to su


Mass exploitation of Ivanti VPNs is infecting networks around the globe
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / Cybercriminals or anonymous hackers use malware on mobile phones to hack personal and business passwords online. (credit: Getty Images) Hackers suspected of working for the Chinese government are mass exploiting a pair of critical vulnerabilities that give them complete control of virtual private network appliances sold by Ivanti, researchers said. As of Tuesday morning, security compan


Sierra Space is blowing up stuff to prove inflatable habitats are safe
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / Sierra Space's 300 cubic meter inflatable habitat burst at 77 psi, five times the pressure it would need to handle in space. (credit: Sierra Space ) Sierra Space says it has demonstrated in a ground test that a full-scale inflatable habitat for a future space station can meet NASA's recommended safety standards, clearing a technical gate on the road toward building a commercial outpost


Netflix is killing its cheapest ad-free plan in Canada and the UK in Q2
32Engadget / 2h
In its Q4 2023 earnings report from earlier today, Netflix announced that starting in Q2 2024, its cheapest ad-free "Basic" plan will be completely gone in Canada and the UK. You haven’t been able to sign up for this tier since last July , but now, even current subscribers will no longer be able to keep their 'Basic' plan, which was originally $10 or £7 per month but bumped up to $12 or £8 in Oct


Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for January 24
Mashable / 2h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for Jan. 24's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle co


NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for January 24
Mashable / 2h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e


You Can Get Hundreds of Free Cozy Mystery E-books This Week
LifeHacker / 3h
Although Stuff Your Kindle Day is probably the most popular free e-book event, it’s not the only one. Cozy Mystery Book Blast , one of the many smaller e-book giveaway events throughout the year, is happening this Thursday, Jan. 25. What is the Cozy Mystery Book Blast event? The Cozy Mystery Book Blast event, like other smaller free e-book events, is one of the many times of the year when authors


You Can Get This Foldable Touchscreen Car Display for $96 Right Now
LifeHacker / 3h
You can get this 6.8" Foldable Touchscreen Car Display on sale for $95.99 right now (reg. $159). It's compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Siri, and Google Assistant so you can take calls, navigate, and play music without needing to look away from the road. It's also easy to install with two different mounting brackets, so you can choose between setting it up on the dashboard or attached


The White House has its own pharmacy—and, boy, was it shady under Trump
57Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Erik Pronske Photography ) The White House has its own pharmacy that, until recently, could perhaps best be described as a hot mess, according to a recent investigation report from the Department of Defense’s Office of the Inspector General . For years, the White House Medical Unit, run by the White House Military Office, provided the full scope of pharmaceutical s


The Best Wifi Routers to Buy in 2024
LifeHacker / 4h
While you can usually get a router and modem setup from your internet provider, buying and using your own router can often improve the performance and coverage of your home. The market is flooded with options, but some stand out above the rest. TP-Link Archer AX21 Credit: TP-Link At under $100, it's hard to beat the TP-Link Archer AX21 for its affordability and and support for up to Gigabit speed


In a Violent Nature Turns the Slasher Genre on Its Head
Gizmodo / 4h
Ever wondered what a masked maniac in the vein of Friday the 13th’s Jason Voorhees does in his downtime—or what it might be like if Terrence Malick made a slasher movie ? In a Violent Nature, which just debuted at the Sundance Film Festival and will stream on Shudder, sets out to answer both questions. Read more...


Quordle today – hints and answers for Wednesday, January 24 (game #730)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints, plus the answers for both the main game and the Daily Sequence spin off. Quordle is the only one of the many Wordle clones that I'm still playing now, around 18 months after the daily-word-game craze hit the internet, and with good reason: it's fun, but also difficult. What's more, its makers (now the online dictionary Merriam-Webster) are also keep


Ryan Gosling reacts to Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie' Oscar snubs
100+Mashable / 4h
The nominations for the 96th Academy Awards are out, and two of the biggest snubs are without question Barbie director Greta Gerwig and star Margot Robbie getting left out of the race for Best Director and Best Actress, respectively. The two earned nominations in different categories — Gerwig for Best Adapted Screenplay, and Robbie for Best Picture thanks to her role as producer — yet their omiss


Netflix password crackdown fuels sign-up surge
53BBC News - Technology / 4h
The company is planning price increases, even as many new users opt for its cheaper plan with adverts.


Hotel Manager Stole $150,000 – And Covered It Up By Redeeming Reward Points


View from the Wing / 5h
A hotel manager has been indicted for stealing $150,000, and concealing the theft by fraudulently redeeming guests’ hotel points. Guest would pay for their stay in cash, she’d go in and redeem an award night against the stay from the guest’s loyalty account, and then refund the cash to her own credit card. Continue reading ...


Los Angeles Times to lay off 20% of its workforce
37BBC News - Technology / 5h
It was described as a "dark day" for the 142-year-old newspaper, which has faced steep financial losses.


You Should Always Photograph Your Devices Before You Trade Them In
LifeHacker / 5h
Trade-ins take the financial sting out of upgrading your tech, especially if you're someone who always wants the latest and greatest devices. You can trade-in your old smartphone, tablet, laptop, you name it, and take a small (or large) portion off the bill for your new purchase. (Or, in some cases, forgo paying for the new device at all.) Of course, the entire deal hinges on the condition of the


Royal Caribbean debuts Hideaway Beach: See photos of the adults-only beach club
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: TPG’s Erica Silverstein accepted a free trip from Royal Caribbean to sail its newest ship, Icon of the Seas, to Perfect Day at CocoCay and Hideaway Beach. The opinions expressed below are entirely hers and weren’t subject to review by the line. Royal Caribbean will officially open its long-awaited adults-only beach on the private island Perfect Day at CocoCay next week, but TPG got


X-NASA Admin Tells Congress to Put Him Back With an Apollo Sized Budget
Next Big Future / 5h
X-NASA administrator Mike Griffin now has his own management consulting company and testified to congress that NASA should spend hundreds of billions of dollars for cost-plus contracts from United Launch Alliance for the Moon and Mars program. He testified to the House and told them to fire everyone at NASA and cancel all of the ... Read more


A “robot” should be chemical, not steel, argues man who coined the word
21Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images ) In 1921, Czech playwright Karel Čapek and his brother Josef invented the word "robot" in a sci-fi play called R.U.R. (short for Rossum's Universal Robots). As Even Ackerman in IEEE Spectrum points out, Čapek wasn't happy about how the term's meaning evolved to denote mechanical entities, straying from his original concept of artificial human-like beings based on ch


Patreon: Blocking platforms from sharing user video data is unconstitutional
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: shaunl | E+ ) Patreon, a monetization platform for content creators, has asked a federal judge to deem unconstitutional a rarely invoked law that some privacy advocates consider one of the nation's "strongest protections of consumer privacy against a specific form of data collection." Such a ruling would end decades that the US spent carefully shielding the privacy of millions of


Positive Grid Spark Live is a 4-channel all-in-one PA and guitar amp
Engadget / 5h
Positive Grid has already proven its aptitude for guitar amps with increasingly small entries in its Spark line. But for NAMM 2024 its going big with the Spark Live , a 150 watt portable PA system with four speakers and four channels of audio inputs. Rather than quiet solo practice, the Spark Live is meant for band practices or small gigs. The first channel is dedicated to guitar and has pretty m


HP CEO Says Goal Is to Make "Printing a Subscription"
32Futurism / 5h
Low HP HP has continued to release software updates for its Dynamic Security system that bricks its printers when they're used with third-party ink cartridges — an extremely controversial practice that has gotten the company hit with several lawsuits . Now in an interview with CNBC , HP CEO Enrique Lores has shed some light on why the company pushes the maligned software. Based on Lores' response


The Apple Watch SE is just $179, plus more Apple Watch deals this week
Mashable / 5h
UPDATE: Jan. 23, 2024, 5:45 p.m. EST We've updated this post to reflect the most recent pricing and availability on Apple Watches, including a return to a low price for the Apple Watch SE. Top Apple Watch deals: Best Series 9 deal Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) $329 at Amazon (Save $70) Best budget pick Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS) $179 at Amazon (Save $70) Best Ultra deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49


Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: How to earn and redeem points for maximum value
The Points Guy / 5h
Years after diving into the points and miles world, you may not realize that a loyalty program you had overlooked could have been one of your most powerful tools. I didn’t look closely at Virgin Atlantic ’s loyalty program for a long time because I didn’t immediately see it playing into my travel rewards strategy , but Virgin Atlantic offers something enticing: attractive partner award charts, a


The Godzilla Minus One Team Had the Best Reaction to Their Oscar Nomination
33Gizmodo / 5h
When your landmark film gets a surprise, history-making Oscar nomination, there’s cause for celebration. And that’s exactly what the team behind Godzilla Minus One did earlier today when the film was nominated for Best Visual Effects. Read more...


Aniai is bringing a burger-cooking robot to restaurants with $12M
23TechCrunch / 5h
Aniai, a startup that has built a burger-grilling robot, Alpha Grill, said today it has raised $12 million, bringing its total raise to $15 million. The money will go toward launching its first manufacturing facility, Factory One, in South Korea. The firm will also be deploying a cloud-based AI software platform for the robot called […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use onl


Netflix signs deal with WWE to exclusively stream live weekly 'Raw'
Mashable / 5h
It's been a big few months for the WWE. CM Punk returned in November after abruptly walking away from the company 9 years ago. The Rock made a surprise return to kick off the New Year. And now WWE, the biggest pro wrestling company in the world, and Netflix, the biggest streaming service in the world, just announced a $5 billion deal that exclusively brings its flagship Monday night program Raw t


The iPad Air and Apple Watch SE are down at their lowest prices ever, plus more of the best Apple deals this week
Mashable / 5h
UPDATE: Jan. 23, 2024, 5:30 p.m. EST We've rounded up the best Apple deals this week from Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more. Best Apple deals this week: Best Mac deal 2023 14-inch MacBook Pro (M3, 8GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,599 at Amazon (Save $200) Best iPad deal 2021 iPad (WiFi, 64GB) $249 at Amazon (Save $80) Best iPhone deal iPhone 14 Plus at Verizon $0 on a new line with select unlimited plans (S


Ransomware gang claims it stole data from Subway. Yes, the sandwich chain.
Mashable / 5h
Subway, the sandwich fast food franchise, may be the latest victim of Lockbit, one of the world's most notorious ransomware groups. According to The Register and CyberNews , Subway was listed on Lockbit's data leak website on Monday, with the ransomware group claiming one of its affiliates had scooped up hundreds of gigabytes of sensitive internal company data. Is Subway hiding a major data leak?


French small launch startup Latitude closes $30M Series B
TechCrunch / 6h
French small launch developer Latitude has closed $30 million in new capital as it eyes the first flight of its Zephyr rocket in 2025. While other rocket companies are going bigger, developing even more massive rockets, Latitude is taking a different approach: light, small, and hopefully cheap enough to beat out competitors. Its first rocket, […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For person


Netflix says that game engagement tripled in 2023
25Engadget / 6h
Netflix said that user engagement with games on the service tripled in 2023. “[Despite] games still being small, and certainly not yet material relative to our film and series business, we’re pleased with this progress,” the company said in its earnings report on Tuesday. As an example, the company pointed to the addition of the Grand Theft Auto trilogy to the service last year, although it isn't


Samsung’s EX1 wearable robot is designed to improve mobility in older adults
TechCrunch / 6h
I tend to be wary when consumer electronics corporations dip their toes into the world of robotics. The category offers an attention grabbing shorthand for companies attempting to bolster their future outlook. More often than not, the systems rolled out on-stage are little more than vaporware. Samsung has mostly played it close to the belt […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal


JetBlue Mosaic elite status: What it is and how to earn it
30The Points Guy / 6h
If you are a frequent flyer, having elite status with an airline you frequent, such as JetBlue, can make your travels more comfortable, efficient and seamless. However, since earning elite status with any individual airline often requires a significant commitment of travel time and money , it is important to weigh the benefits and perks against the drawbacks of that program before funneling your


First Bipedal Robots With Hands Coming to BMW Factory
Gizmodo / 6h
BMW has signed a first-of-its-kind deal to put “humanoid” robots to work at one of its factories. The robots, which are designed to be more operationally flexible than traditional industrial robots, will supposedly assist the luxury car manufacturer with various parts of the manufacturing process. Read more...


Samsung's self-repair program will let you fix TVs, projectors, and soundbars
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Samsung is adding 14 new devices to its self-repair program including the Galaxy S23 series , several laptops, TVs, soundbars, and even one of their projectors. With this update, users will be able to fix nearly 50 of the company’s products. The full list of devices can be found in a post on Samsung’s website . It also details some of the serviceable parts. For smartphones, you’ll be able to fix


Squid Game Season 2 Is Coming Much Sooner Than You'd Think
Gizmodo / 6h
Squid Game: The Challenge may have been controversial —but it was a huge hit for Netflix , and now there’s good news for both the streamer and fans who’d much rather have the real deal than the reality competition spin-off: the smash hit South Korean thriller will finally return this year. Read more...


Elon Musk Visits Auschwitz, Twists Holocaust Into Excuse to Make Money
33Futurism / 6h
Multi-hyphenate billionaire Elon Musk is no stranger to spreading conspiracy theories , giving neo-Nazis a platform on the internet, and endorsing vicious antisemitic propaganda . After landing in hot water for an "abhorrent promotion of antisemitic and racist hate," as the White House put it in its statement last year denouncing him for promoting horrid antisemitism, Musk is continuing on his ap


The Apple Watch SE Is Just $206 Right Now
LifeHacker / 6h
The second-generation Apple Watch SE was released in the fall of 2022 as a big upgrade to the budget version of the Apple Watch . Now, you can get the 44mm GPS and Cellular version Apple Watch SE with the aluminum case and sport loop band for $206.51 (originally $329), which is the lowest price I've seen. For reference, this Apple Watch hit $269.99 on Cyber Monday . At the moment, you can also ge


How to Have Less Awkward Shower Sex
LifeHacker / 6h
The fantasy of shower sex (hot and steamy) typically doesn't live up to its reality (damp and slippery, and maybe even a little dangerous). Like sex on the beach, shower sex sounds sexy in theory but is more often than not an uncomfortable and awkward experience. "A lot of people see shower sex in the movies and think it looks great, but when they try it, they feel a bit let down," erotic film di


Six Unconventional Tools Everyone Should Own
LifeHacker / 6h
Whether you're a DIYer or a homeowner who just needs to fix something in a pinch, your collection of tools will grow along with you. The number and quality of the tools you own will depend on your general handiness and your approach to projects. Some people devote an entire corner of their garage to a chest filled with 500 different sized wrenches, while others own a single screwdriver and a tape


This Portable Carbon Monoxide Alarm Is $45 Right Now
LifeHacker / 6h
You can get this Blackout Buddy Carbon Monoxide Alarm on sale for $44.99 right now (reg. $64). It's compact and portable, comes with a built-in emergency flashlight, and its large LED display shows real-time info about carbon monoxide levels in the air. It plugs into outlets but can also use replaceable AA batteries when the power goes out. You can get the Blackout Buddy Carbon Monoxide Alarm on


Twice-fry Your Buffalo Cauliflower ‘Wings’ for the Crunchiest Crunch
LifeHacker / 6h
I’m not vegan, but you’d never be able to rip a plate of buffalo cauliflower wings from my hands. It’s one of the greatest modern creations, and I’ve come to you with a suggestion that can make this great thing even better. Improve your vegan buffalo wing game and use this double-fry technique to add extra crunch. The double fry technique involves frying two times at two different temperatures. T


Use the Black-Red-Green Method to Prepare for Your Next Test
LifeHacker / 6h
Most of the time when you’re studying, you’re doing it because you have a test coming up. Yeah, it’s nice to retain information long-term to use throughout your life, but at crunch time, you want a good grade on that exam. One method for studying in a way that will help you during the test is by using something called the "black-red-green method." What is the black-red-green study method? The bla


Every Movie Nominated for the 2024 Oscars (and Where to Watch Them)
LifeHacker / 6h
This year's Oscars will be held at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, which means you have your deadline for getting caught up with all of this year's nominated films. While you've probably already seen biggies like Oppenheimer and Barbie, there are eight other Best Picture candidates to catch, not to mention dozens more in other categories. On that note, here are all of the feature Academy Award nomine


You Can Get These Microsoft Tech Certification Courses on Sale for $80 Right Now
LifeHacker / 6h
You can get the Complete 2024 Microsoft Tech Certification Training Super Bundle on sale for $79.99 right now (reg. $429). Becoming certified in Microsoft technologies can help you shift careers, change positions, or begin a new journey into the tech world, and this bundle features 11 multi-lesson courses taught by IDUNOVA, which has over 20 years of experience offering IT education online. You'l


SpaceX Could Double the Size of Starbase
Next Big Future / 6h
If SpaceX is able to trade a large 477 acre piece of land beside a Texas widelife refuge for 44 acres beside the existing SpaceX Starbase, then SpaceX will nearly double the size of the SpaceX Starbase. The land would be swapped with Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.


With Its WWE Deal, the Netflix Pivot Is Complete
Wired / 6h
By spending $5 billion for 10 years of WWE’s Raw, Netflix shows just how thoroughly it’s rewritten the old streaming rulebook.


OnePlus 12 gets $800 US release along with the interesting $500 OnePlus 12R
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
The OnePlus 12. [credit: OnePlus ] OnePlus previously announced the OnePlus 12 flagship smartphone in December , but now it's getting a US release and pricing. The phone ships on February 6 in the US and Canada with a $800 price tag. OnePlus is also bringing the rather interesting OnePlus 12R to the US, a 6.8-inch device running last year's flagship Qualcomm chip, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, for $500


40 Years Ago, Apple Got Our Current Tech Dystopia Dead Wrong
29Gizmodo / 6h
We are all the sledgehammer, Apple does like to tell its fans. We are all disruptors hurtling toward one great screen, breaking the iron-fisted hold that other tech firms want to impose on us. The hellscape dystopia world of Apple’s famed “1984” commercial modeled after George Orwell’s seminal dystopia 1984 never… Read more...


Buy Hilton points with up to a 100% bonus — how this can make your stay cheaper
500+The Points Guy / 6h
You might be looking to redeem Hilton Honors points for an unforgettable stay at one of the best Hilton hotels in the world or one of the best Hilton hotels on the beach . No matter your ideal getaway, a new Hilton Honors promotion could help you earn enough points for your dream redemption. With some planning, it could even save you money over the cash rates. Current Hilton promotion for buying


Forta raises $55M to help parents look after their kids with autism
22TechCrunch / 7h
Forta Health aims to democratize access to healthcare by utilizing AI tools, including large language models, to empower caregivers and enhance clinical treatments. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Lego Fortnite’s first big update squashes bugs and adds a launch pad
20TechCrunch / 7h
Epic’s standalone survival crafting game saw its first update on Tuesday, smoothing out some of the new game’s rough edges and adding a flurry of quality of life improvements. We’ve covered Lego Fortnite since it launched last month, when the new title lured in 2.4 million simultaneous players. On the face of it the game […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple Car Hits Speed Bump, Reportedly Pushed to 2028
54Gizmodo / 7h
Apple has yet to confirm the existence of the Apple Car, but it appears this thing hit another snag on the way to its big reveal. Read more...


Samsung Now Sells Replacement Parts for Foldables and the Galaxy S23
How-To Geek / 7h
The Samsung Self-Repair program now encompasses a total of 50 products. This landmark comes as Samsung adds 14 new devices to the program, including the Galaxy S23 lineup, a bevy of foldable phones, and the Freestyle 2nd Gen projector.


How to watch all of the 2024 Oscar Best Picture nominees
Mashable / 7h
In a year full of exceptional cinema, 10 films stood out enough to snag Oscar nominations for Best Picture. Narrowing the best movies of the year down to only 10 was something we found virtually impossible, so it's no surprise there are some snubs this year. Regardless, the ones who managed to nab a nomination are definitely worth a watch. If you'd like to get up to date on the best films of the


Please Don’t Take This “Gas Station Heroin” Even Though It's Technically Legal
Futurism / 7h
Seriously, folks: please don't take "gas station heroin." As Axios reports , a bipartisan group of lawmakers including TikTok star Jeff Jackson and local theater patron Lauren Boebert has signed a letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the regulator to take action on tianeptine, or the widely-available-yet-non-FDA-approved antidepressant better known as "gas station heroin." Ofte


Hasbro's New Star Wars Toy Reveals Include One Very Rollable Droid
24Gizmodo / 7h
We might be getting a lot of new Star Wars this year , but when it comes to new Star Wars toys , Hasbro is playing things close to the vest so far for 2024. The toy company kicked off its first livestream from the galaxy far, far away today with a series of reveals that focused less on the new, and more on the familiar . Read more...


X now supports passkeys on iOS in the US
Engadget / 7h
Slowly but surely, some platforms are embracing passkeys to provide an easy and more secure login alternative to passwords . The latest notable company to enable passkeys is X (formerly Twitter) , though only for US-based users on iOS for now. When you set up passkeys for an account, your device generates one public key and one private key. The private key stays on your device, while the shared p


You Don't Win Friends With Space Salad
Gizmodo / 7h
If you’re ever on your lunch break in space, you might actually want to stay away from the salad. A team of scientists grew lettuce in a simulated microgravity environment on Earth and found that plants have a hard time protecting themselves against harmful bacteria in space. Read more...


4 really weird things you can do in 'Palworld'
Mashable / 7h
The first couple months of 2024 are stacked with huge video game releases, between Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth , Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth , and Tekken 8 . So, of course, " Pokémon with guns" is the one that steals all the thunder. You may have heard about Palworld . It's a, er, quirky survival game that indeed involves creatures that look a lot like Pokémon (enough that there have been plagi


X adds support for passkeys on iOS after removing SMS 2FA support last year
21TechCrunch / 7h
X, formerly Twitter, today announced support for passkeys, a new and more secure login method than traditional passwords, which will become an option for U.S. users on iOS devices. The technology has been adopted by a number of apps as of late, including PayPal, TikTok, WhatsApp, and others. Today we’re excited to launch Passkeys as […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use onl


The Apple car apparently still exists, could debut in 2028 with reduced autonomy
69Engadget / 8h
Apple has reportedly scaled back its automotive aspirations, at least for now. Bloomberg ’s Mark Gurman says the company’s decade-old vehicle project has pivoted from planning a fully self-driving car to an EV more like Tesla’s . The so-called “Apple Car” is now projected to launch no earlier than 2028 — two years after the company’s last reported target date . The car’s autonomous features have


Amex Business Platinum slated to lose 3 statement credits: Use them before end of year
The Points Guy / 8h
The perks of credit cards, such as The Business Platinum Card® from American Express , are the benefits that come along with the card. Despite a hefty annual fee of $695 (see rates and fees ), the card’s statement credits often exceed the annual fee. The Amex Busi ness Platinum offers a wide range of statement credits to help business owners offset costs. Unfortunately, there has been a negative


One of the biggest data leaks ever has just been revealed - here's what to do if you've been hit
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
A massive database containing the gains of thousands of data breaches has been found online, amounting to 12TB and comprising over 26 billion records, making it the largest ever discovered. Cybernews claims to have made the discovery along with Bob Dyachenko, the owner of SecurityDiscovery.com. The tranche is a compilation of thousands of compiled breaches and privately sold databases, with the o


OpenWrt, now 20 years old, is crafting its own future-proof reference hardware
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / Failing an image of the proposed reference hardware by the OpenWrt group, let us gaze upon where this all started: inside a device that tried to quietly use open source software without crediting or releasing it. (credit: Jim Salter) OpenWrt, the open source firmware that sprang from Linksys' use of open source code in its iconic WRT54G router and subsequent release of its work , is 20


Video Shows Huge Wave Smashing Military Base, Blowing Doors of Hinges
Futurism / 8h
Wave Function Terrifying footage circulating on social media shows a massive rogue wave hitting a US military base in the Marshall Islands. The force of the water is immense, ripping doors off their hinges and sweeping people off their feet. Personnel who had enough time to act climbed atop tables to ensure they weren't swept away. According to San Francisco-based ABC affiliate ABC7 , only minor


Discord bots are being used in information-stealing campaigns
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Hackers have been observed using Discord to grab data harvested on compromised computers, experts have warned. In a new report , Trellix cybersecurity researcher Gurumoorthi Ramanathan detailed the malware and the data exfiltration techniques it used. According to the report, the threat actors built a sophisticated infostealer called NS-STEALER. They’re distributing it via ZIP archives impersonat


25 Years After Electrifying Audiences, The Blair Witch Project Still Chills
100+Gizmodo / 8h
Audiences at the time might have been fooled , but 25 year later, everyone knows The Blair Witch Project is a work of fiction . But even without that “true story” gimmick going for it, the movie remains surprisingly potent, both taken on its own and when considered in the context of not just 1999's other horror… Read more...


Arturia Pigments 5 adds generative sequencing and external audio processing
Engadget / 8h
It’s hard to believe that Artruria has anything left to add to Pigments at this point, but here we are. NAMM 2024 is just about ready to kick off, and Arturia is rolling out version five of its home-grown super synth. In the grand scheme of Pigments updates , this is a relatively minor one. But that’s not to say there aren’t new features worth getting excited about. Perhaps the most important new


Riot Games cuts 530 jobs, shuts down publishing arm Riot Forge
49TechCrunch / 8h
Riot Games is laying off about 530 employees, which represents 11% of its workforce, the Tencent-owned company announced on Monday. The League of Legends maker is also sunsetting its five-year-old publishing group, Riot Forge. Riot Games wrote two posts about the changes, addressing the affected employees in one and its players in another. The former […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. Fo


Dusty introduces a new version of its construction layout robot
24TechCrunch / 8h
When it launched in 2019, Dusty’s FieldPrinter added a clever new dimension to the world of construction automation. The autonomous mobile robot brought blueprints into the real world by drawing chalk outlines on the site’s floors, thus eliminating much of the guess work in a job you really don’t want to guess at. The company […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


The OnePlus Buds 3 look like impressively Pro wireless earbuds for their affordable price
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Alongside a new flagship smartphone , the OnePlus Buds 3 have made their global debut, delivering performance on par with (in some cases, better than) the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 . And the kicker is they’re cheaper than the older model. We first learned about the devices via a leak from early January . As it turns out, that leak got a lot of things correct. The official specs sheet confirms each half


Netflix's full Avatar: The Last Airbender trailer nails the vibe of the cartoon
26Engadget / 8h
Hold onto your cabbages. Netflix just dropped a full trailer for its forthcoming live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. It actually looks pretty cool, surprising fans who have been dreading a repeat of the disastrous 2010 film adaptation. The vibe is on point, calling to mind the source material, and the casting department looks to have done a fantastic job. Just look at Sokka, as


Denver Airport Melts Down, Looks Like A Post-Apocalyptic Prison
34View from the Wing / 8h
Denver airport's train system has broken down. Only one train can run every ten minutes. Passengers are backing up waiting for trains and inside the terminal and people are missing flights, as the airport runs buses from the A concourse to other concourses. Continue reading ...


Google’s search tweaks draw fire as EU self-preferencing ban looms
TechCrunch / 9h
Changes to how Google displays search results in the European Union, which the tech giant is testing ahead of a ban on self-preferencing that kicks in March 7 under the ex ante competition reform, the Digital Markets Act (DMA), have drawn a furious reaction from online travel agency, eDreams Odigeo. Google’s tweaks to what it […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Samsung Will Help You Fix Your Foldable If You Dare to Do It Yourself
Gizmodo / 9h
I’m not saying that Samsung’s foldables are less resistant to life’s surprises than a standard smartphone, but the inside display is soft, and things can happen. And when they do, Samsung can help you fix the screen yourself—if you dare. Read more...


Lexar unveils a slew of external SSDs in a bid to capture a bigger chunk of professional portable SSD market — shame not one comes with USB4 or Thunderbolt 4
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Lexar has unveiled two new portable SSD (Solid-State Drives) as part of a strategic partnership with Silicon Motion. Revealed at CES 2024, the collaboration aims to boost the competitiveness of Lexar's portable solutions by combining its self-developed storage products with Silicon Motion's controller chips. The first product to emerge from this partnership is the Lexar SL500 portable SSD. With r


Modern Yet Retro | JBL Spinner BT Review
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No, a MagSafe Case Won't Break Your Galaxy S24 Ultra's S Pen
How-To Geek / 9h
Now that the Qi2 standard is finalized, some new Android phones will be compatible with Apple's MagSafe technology. But the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra doesn't support Qi2 charging. If you want to pair your Galaxy S24 Ultra with a MagSafe accessory, you need a MagSafe case—this may reduce S Pen performance, but the effect is mostly negligible.


Gustave Dore (1832-1883), ‘A Midsummer’s Night Dream’, 1870
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
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Samsung’s self-repair program now covers 50 devices, including foldables
TechCrunch / 9h
Since launching its self-repair program in August 2022, Samsung has been aggressively adding new devices to the mix. Another upgrade this week brings the current offering up to 50 products (when you factor in variants like the Plus and Ultra), including smartphones, tablets, TVs, laptops, monitors, soundbars and even a projector. There are 14 new […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pe


TCL drops 3 massive Super Bowl TV deals - save up to $2,000
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
If you've just finished watching the NFL Divisional Round and felt that your TV needs an upgrade before the big game then TCL has dropped some strong Super Bowl TV deals that cover a range of different sizes and budgets. Savings up to a massive $2,000 are available, so check out the three best options I've picked out below. Those on a budget will want to take a look at the TCL 65-inch Q6 4K QLED


iOS 17.3 adds multiple features originally planned for iOS 17
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / The iPhone 15 Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple yesterday released iOS and iPadOS 17.3 as well as watchOS 10.3, tvOS 17.3, and macOS Sonoma 14.3 for all supported devices. iOS 17.3 primarily adds collaborative playlists in Apple Music, and what Apple calls "Stolen Device Protection." Collaborative playlists have been on a bit of a journey; they were promised as part of iOS 17, then added


Urban agriculture’s carbon footprint can be worse than that of large farms
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Bruce Yuanyue Bi ) A few years back, the Internet was abuzz with the idea of vertical farms running down the sides of urban towers, with the idea that growing crops where they're actually consumed could eliminate the carbon emissions involved with shipping plant products long distances. But lifecycle analysis of those systems, which require a lot of infrastructure and energy, sug


Novel camera system lets us see the world through eyes of birds and bees
36Ars Technica - All content / 9h
A new camera system and software package allows researchers and filmmakers to capture animal-view videos. Credit: Vasas et al., 2024. Who among us hasn't wondered about how animals perceive the world, which is often different from how humans do so? There are various methods by which scientists, photographers, filmmakers, and others attempt to reconstruct, say, the colors that a bee sees as it hun


Chrome can now organize your tab bar for you
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Google) You there! Reader! Be honest: How many tabs do you have open right now? Is your tab bar an unsalvageable mess with so many tabs you can barely read them? Soon, desktop Chrome might have a solution for you: automatically created tab groups, thanks to the power of AI. Google's latest blog post details the new AI feature in Chrome 121, one of which will "organize similar tab


All the Oscar-Nominated Genre Films—and Where to Stream Them
20Gizmodo / 9h
Today’s Oscar nominations brought a fair amount of genre representation , thanks to movies like Barbie , Poor Things , and io9's top movie of 2023, Godzilla Minus One. Of course, the Academy traditionally favors dramas, so there were some notable snubs of standout sci-fi, horror, fantasy, and animated movies too. Read more...


Pastor Accused of Crypto Scam Says God Told Him to Do It
47Futurism / 9h
Heavens Above An online pastor has been accused of pulling in nearly $3.2 million as part of a cryptocurrency scam. As the Washington Post reports , pastor Eligio Regalado targeted Christians in Denver, Colorado. The state's securities commissioner later filed a legal complaint against him, alleging Regalado and his wife Kaitlyn Regalado violated anti-fraud laws. For his part, Regalado has since


Deal alert: Fly to Ibiza with round-trip fares under $500
The Points Guy / 9h
If you want to explore Ibiza, Spain, to understand why the picture-perfect Balearic island is considered the party capital of the world , we have a deal for you. Round-trip fares are on sale for as low as $492 to this Mediterranean gem from several major U.S. cities, including Atlanta, Minneapolis, New York City and Seattle. The best availability is for travel between January and May of this year


Now is the time to invest in edtech
TechCrunch / 9h
Just tacking AI onto a product isn’t enough, and investors are hoping that the technology will lead to more innovation in the space. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Scientists Just Invented a Video Camera That Lets You See How Animals See Color
62Gizmodo / 9h
Scientists say they’ve invented a piece of technology that will let us peer through an animal’s eyes better than ever before. The tech uses a combination of novel hardware and software to produce images and videos that accurately represent the colors seen by animals, such as bees and birds. In new research this week,… Read more...


The Most Underrated, Underdiscussed Rewards Card For Earning Transferabale Points
View from the Wing / 9h
Most of the attention over American Express cards focuses on Platinum, because of benefits like lounge access and all of the statement credits to work through to cover the card's cost. But I only endorse putting airfare spending on that card. Otherwise you earn just a single point per dollar spent, and you almost never want to earn only one point per dollar. Continue reading ...


Firefox 122 Has Better Search Results and New Linux Packages
How-To Geek / 9h
Mozilla is still pumping out new Firefox update at a rapid pace, and right on schedule, Firefox 122 is starting to roll out to desktop and mobile platforms today.


Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max blind photo test: I asked 10 iPhone users which they prefer
30Mashable / 9h
Muhahaha! Here I am continuing to fan the "Android vs. iPhone" flames with yet another blind test with iPhone users, allowing me to determine whether iDevice owners really prefer their own phone for photos. Last time, I launched a blind test with the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 8 Pro. The iPhone participants in that test preferred Android for zoomed-in photos, but when it came to wide


Artisse AI raises $6.7M for its ‘more realistic’ AI photography app
28TechCrunch / 9h
Artisse, one of the many AI photo creation apps that let users generate photos of themselves using uploaded selfies combined with prompts, has raised $6.7 million in seed funding, following AI selfies’ viral moment. Similar to others on the market, Artisse users upload photos of themselves to train its AI on their images, then use […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Chemists Set New Guinness Record for Tiniest, Tightest Knot
100+Gizmodo / 10h
I hope the former record-holders aren’t too cross: a team of researchers recently made the smallest, tightest knot yet known, landing themselves top spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Read more...


Fujifilm X100VI could become our favorite compact camera if these sensor rumors are true
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The Fujifilm X100V became something of a phenomenon in 2023, with the compact camera's mix of film-era charm and digital convenience making it a sleeper hit on TikTok . If you've been struggling to find one, there's good news – some reliable new rumors suggest its successor will be landing soon with an improved sensor. According to Fuji Rumors , the Fujifilm X100VI (as it'll seemingly be called)


Megalodon Was NOT a Big Great White Shark
Next Big Future / 10h
A new study shows the Megalodon, a gigantic shark that went extinct 3.6 million years ago, was more slender than earlier studies suggested. This finding changes scientists’ understanding of Megalodon behavior, ancient ocean life, and why the sharks went extinct. The Megalodon is largely known only from its teeth and vertebrae in the fossil record. ... Read more


New Superconductor With Highest Critical Current for Its Type of Superconductor
Next Big Future / 10h
A research team from Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), discovered a new superconducting material called (InSe2)xNbSe2, which possesses a unique lattice structure. The superconducting transition temperature of this material reaches 11.6 K, making it the transition metal sulfide superconductor with the highest transition temperature under ambient pressu


Blue Origin New Glenn Has Two Stages Joined for the First Time
Next Big Future / 10h
The first and second stages of Blue Origin New Glenn’s test vehicle mate for the first time, enabling us to exercise our tooling and stage interfaces in preparation for our first launch later this year. Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been in development for nearly 12 years. In 2012, Blue Origin began testing the ... Read more


Discounted business-class flights to London from British Airways, United and Virgin Atlantic
27The Points Guy / 10h
U.S. travelers can cross the pond in comfort with these discounted business-class flights to Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London from several East Coast airports. There are nonstop flight options that are offered on British Airways , United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic . We’re seeing availability on scattered dates from February through December (excluding June). There is even some availability arou


OnePlus launches the OnePlus 12 series in global markets
32TechCrunch / 10h
OnePlus launched the OnePlus 12 series globally today, bringing an R-series device to North America and Europe for the first time. The company also launched the $99 OnePlus Buds 3 wireless buds apart from the OnePlus 12 (starting at $799) and the OnePlus 12R (starting at $499). Last year, OnePlus launched just the $699 OnePlus […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Is it better to book a cruise through a travel agent? We say yes
1KThe Points Guy / 10h
Going online to book an airline ticket or hotel stay is a familiar and fairly easy transaction. When you book a cruise, however — particularly your first cruise — you might want to reconsider the impulse to handle the transaction yourself through a cruise line website or an online advertiser with cheap prices. This DIY approach might not be the best way to find your dream vacation at sea. In real


Google’s new Gemini-powered conversational tool helps advertisers quickly build Search campaigns
TechCrunch / 10h
Google announced today that Gemini, its family of multimodal large language models, now powers the conversational experience within the Google Ads platform. With this new update, it will be easier for advertisers to quickly build and scale Search ad campaigns. The conversational experience is designed to help build Search campaigns through a chat-based tool. The […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights


Han Solo Is a Literal Work of Art in a Stunning New Sideshow Statue
Gizmodo / 10h
We may think of Star Wars as futuristic but never forget it’s actually set a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars is the past and with a new series of art pieces, artist Daniel Arsham has reimagined some of the franchise’s iconic pieces as ancient relics. Or, as he’d say, “future relics.” Read more...


Samsung expands self-repair program to include home entertainment devices
Engadget / 10h
Samsung just announced that its self-repair program will now include certain home entertainment devices. The company has developed a range of step-by-step repair guides for various products in the category, in addition to providing genuine replacement parts and repair tools. This program covers Samsung 2023 TVs, along with their remotes, and monitors released throughout the past year or so. Addit


Hacked websites are being put at even greater risk by malicious web redirect scripts
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Parrot traffic direction system (TDS), a malicious script that redirects website visitors to dangerous destinations, was observed evolving and becoming harder to detect. Cybersecurity researchers Unit 42, from Palo Alto Networks, recently analyzed 10,000 Parrot landing page scripts, gathered between August 2019 and October 2023. They concluded the majority of the scripts (75%) were new, represent


AI startups’ margin profile could ding their long-term worth
TechCrunch / 10h
Despite all the enthusiasm, there's a niggling detail that deserves our attention: AI startups often have worse economics than most software startups. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


VR needs to build for its best use cases — not for all-around computing
25TechCrunch / 10h
Apple’s Vision Pro launch resembles its Apple Watch debut in more ways than one, but to me the most telling similarity is in the marketing approach. Apple has striven to distance the Vision Pro from the existing crop of virtual reality (and even mixed reality) devices — many of which are objective failures — by […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Avatar: The Last Airbender trailer has the element-bending action we crave
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
The Netflix live-action series Avatar: The Last Airbender will hit Netflix on February 22, 2024. You know the premiere date for Netflix's live-action adaptation, Avatar: The Last Airbender , is drawing nigh because the streaming giant just released an official trailer featuring moments drawn from the original anime series and lots of snazzy element-bending action, plus several adorable shots of A


Stop telling everyone that TurboTax is “free,” FTC orders Intuit
21Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) The Federal Trade Commission yesterday ruled that TurboTax maker Intuit violated US law with deceptive advertising and ordered the company to stop telling consumers that TurboTax is free without more obvious disclaimers. Intuit "engaged in deceptive advertising in violation of the FTC Act and deceived consumers when it ran ads for 'free' tax products and


Pentagon’s Ex-Alien Hunter Admits a Lot of UFO Sightings Are Secret Military Crafts
40Futurism / 10h
Friendly Skies In a strikingly candid interview, the former head of the Pentagon's office tasked with investigating "unidentified anomalous phenomena" or UAPs has admitted that a lot of UFO sightings are likely of this Earth — and top secret, to boot. "There [are] a lot of observations of real, advanced US programs," Sean Kirkpatrick, the now-former director of the Pentagon's All-Domain Anomaly R


Brex cuts 20% of staff amid reports of stalled growth, high burn
TechCrunch / 10h
Expense management startup Brex, which was valued at $12.3 billion two years ago, laid off 282 people, or about 20% of its staff today. The once high-flying fintech startup sent a note to employees (that was also published on the company’s website) today, announcing the news. In addition, Brex announced that its COO, Michael Tannenbaum, […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use


Webinar: Redpanda tells us how WebAssembly can benefit your startup
TechCrunch / 10h
Don’t miss your chance to learn how WebAssembly can simplify and increase real-time application performance (and more) in your business. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


The Biden Deepfake Robocall Is Only the Beginning
34Wired / 10h
An uncanny audio deepfake impersonating President Biden has sparked further fears from lawmakers and experts about generative AI’s role in spreading disinformation.


Kin.art launches free tool to prevent GenAI models from training on artwork
TechCrunch / 10h
It’s a wonder what generative AI, particularly text-to-image AI models like Midjourney and OpenAI’s DALL-E 3, can do. From photorealism to cubism, image-generating models can translate practically any description, short or detailed, into art that might well have emerged from an artist’s easel. The trouble is, many of these models — if not most — […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For per


How to Use Style Separators in Microsoft Word
How-To Geek / 10h
Styles in Word are typically used to enable quick and consistent formatting across headings and paragraphs. However, Word's style separator function allows you to use two styles within a line or paragraph, meaning you can format your work more dynamically and control your table of contents more accurately.


Get the Theragun Mini for under $150 and say goodbye to muscle knots
Mashable / 11h
SAVE 25%: As of Jan. 23, the Theragun Mini (1st gen) is just $149.99 at Best Buy, down from the original price of $199.99. That's a $50 discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Therabody Theragun Mini (1st gen) $149.99 at Best Buy (save $50) If January has brought more trips to the gym or the track, your muscles might be yelling out for some relief. While going for weekly massages can be incredibl


Save $70 on Beats Solo3 over-ear headphones that can play for 40 hours straight
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $70: As of Jan. 23, Beats Solo3 headphones are on sale for $129.95, down from $199.95. That's 35% off. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo3 over-ear headphones $129.95 at Amazon (save $70) If you find yourself complaining about your headphones' battery life, wishing they could keep up with your routines, then it might be time for an upgrade. Today, Jan. 23, Beats Solo3 over-ear he


Get the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for its lowest price yet
Mashable / 11h
SAVE 25%: Get the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 for just $1,799.97 at Amazon, marked down from the normal price of $2,399.99. That's a savings of $600.02. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 (Intel Core i7-13700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD $1,799.97 at Amazon (save $600.02) If you're looking to invest in a new laptop and you have your eye


Nintendo honors Princess Peach with a pair of pastel pink Joy-Cons
31Engadget / 11h
Nintendo is honoring Princess Peach with a set of appropriately colored Joy-Cons. On Tuesday, the company posted on X (Twitter) that a set of pastel pink Joy-Con controllers will launch alongside Princess Peach: Showtime! on March 22. The pair will be sold for a limited time at the Nintendo Store and “select retailers.” Although the company hasn’t specified how much they’ll cost, $80 — the standa


Microsoft Word Web App Gets Another Google Docs Feature
How-To Geek / 11h
Microsoft Word for the web, formerly known as Word Online, still lags behind Google Docs and other competing web apps in a few areas. Microsoft has been working to close that gap, though, and another helpful feature in Google Docs and other apps has now arrived.


One of the best OLED TVs you can buy is $1,000 off for the Super Bowl
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Samsung's gorgeous and bright S95C is one of the best OLED TVs you can buy, and thanks to the upcoming Super Bowl, you can score a massive discount from the retailer. Samsung has the 65-inch S95C OLED TV on sale for a new record-low price of $2,299.99 ($3,299.99), thanks to a whopping $1,000 discount. In our Samsung S95C review , we awarded the OLED TV five out of five stars thanks to its groundb


Capital One Spark Cash Plus $3,000 Bonus Offer
100+One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Spark Cash Plus ( Rates & Fees ) The Capital One Spark Cash Plus is one of the best business cards out there, whether you’re looking to earn cash back or travel rewards. We’ve just seen a phenomenal new welcome offer rolled out on the card, and it could very well be worth taking advantage of. Huge limited time Capital One Spark Cash Plus bonus The Capital One S


DOT announces more than $2 billion for Brightline West high-speed rail from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
30The Points Guy / 11h
The federal government is doubling down on high-speed rail with an announcement it is helping to raise $2.5 billion for Brightline West. That comes on top of a massive $3 billion federal grant announced in December . Brightline is the nation’s only private high-speed rail company, and the infusion of cash is a substantial amount of the expected $12 billion it will cost to build high-speed rail be


MacOS users are being targeted with dangerous malware once again
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Here is another reason why you shouldn’t download cracked or pirated software to your macOS devices - there’s malware hiding within. Cybersecurity researchers from Kaspersky are warning of a new piece of malware, built for the Apple ecosystem, being distributed on websites claiming to offer cracked applications. Victims would download a PKG file, thinking they were getting an activator for a crac


Death Stranding is coming to select Apple devices on January 30
23Engadget / 11h
After a relatively short delay , you'll soon be able to enter the uniquely strange world of Death Stranding on Apple devices. Hideo Kojima's walking simulator will be available on iPhone 15 Pro models and iPads and Macs with M-series chips on January 30. This version of the gloomy open-world adventure will run you $40. However, if you pre-order, you'll save up to 50 percent. Since this is the dir


Weapons that Don’t Work in the Ukraine War Make Up Most of China’s Military
Next Big Future / 11h
Chinese analysts want to understand why Russian weapons are doing so badly in the war in Ukraine. 70% of China’s modern airplanes are licensed copies, unlicensed copies or variants of the SU-27. 20% are inferior planes that are not even as good as the Russian copies. The Ukraine War has been an actual real world ... Read more


Hurry: Pink Hydroflask bottles and tumblers are at least 20% off
Mashable / 11h
SAVE AT LEAST 20%: Shop the Hydroflask Think Pink flash sale to get a minimum 20% discount on select bottles and tumblers in a pink colorway. Opens in a new window Credit: Hydroflask Hydroflask 40 ounce All Around Travel Tumbler (trillium) $31.96 at Hydroflask (save $12.99 with code THINKPINK20) It's time to think pink. The hype around the pink Stanley x Starbucks collab turned all eyes to stayin


I.S.S. Asks If War Could Threaten the Space Station. The Answer Is More Boring Than the Question
40Wired / 11h
Director Gabriela Cowperthwaite’s new space thriller I.S.S. shows astronauts and cosmonauts fighting for control of the space station. That’s unlikely—and the reality is far more compelling.


13 Things You Didn't Know About the International Space Station
54Gizmodo / 11h
The International Space Station is so hot right now, with no less than two movies out featuring the orbital lab, namely I.S.S. and Constellation . Indeed, the ISS is an absolute icon and a fixture of popular culture. But beyond its well-known status as a pioneering space laboratory, it harbors a wealth of lesser-known… Read more...


The Best iPhone 13 Pro Cases of 2024
How-To Geek / 11h
The iPhone 13 Pro is a serious piece of creative kit, especially when it comes to the next-level cinematic camera system. It would be a shame to drop it during a tense scene, but these cases can help prevent damage!


Capital One Venture X Business: Best-ever welcome offer worth over $5,500
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. After the successful launch of the personal Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card in 2021, Capital One began offering its business counterpart to the public in late 2023. And now, new cardholders can earn a huge 300,000-mile bonus, the best-ever on this card — for a hefty spending requirement. Here’s w


Death Stranding Director's Cut is coming to Mac and iOS devices next week
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Kojima Productions and publisher 505 Games have announced that Death Stranding Director's Cut is coming to Apple devices later this month. The definitive version of Death Stranding is set to arrive on January 30 for iPhone 15 Pro models, specifically those powered by the A17 Pro chip, and iPad and Mac with M-series chips. The game is available to pre-order starting today (January 23) on the Apple


Oops! Replacing Workers With AI Is Actually More Expensive, MIT Finds
500+Futurism / 11h
A team of MIT researchers has found that in many instances, replacing human workers with AI is still more expensive than sticking with the people, a conclusion that flies in the face of current fears over the technology taking our jobs . As detailed in a new paper , the team examined the cost-effectiveness of 1,000 "visual inspection" tasks across 800 occupations, such as inspecting food to see w


Death on the Pale Horse (Gustave Doré)
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
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7 Best TV Deals to Catch Up on Oscar-Nominated Films (or the Super Bowl)
24Wired / 11h
If you’re hunting for a new screen to watch the game—or catch up on Oscar-nominated movies before the awards show—we’ve rounded up some excellent TV deals.


Palworld producer says ‘we have absolutely no intention of infringing upon the intellectual property of other companies’
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The producer of Palworld and CEO of developer Pocketpair, Takuro Mizobe, has reiterated that the Palworld developers “have absolutely no intention of infringing upon the intellectual property of other companies.” Right from Palworld ’s initial reveal, it was dubbed by the internet as 'Pokémon with guns,’ and it’s not hard to see why. Like Pokémon , players are able to capture cute and quirky crea


Human workers still have one crucial advantage over AI - but you might not be happy to hear what it is
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
According to a new study conducted by researchers are the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (via SiliconAngle ), increasing concern that AI could replace human workers imminently is unwarranted because humans are cheaper to use. The “Beyond AI Exposure” study, financed by the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab, delves into the practicalities of implementing AI systems in various industries, focusing


Hazbin Hotel Cast | First Fandoms
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Capital One Venture X Business 300K Bonus Miles Offer
100+One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Business ( Rates & Fees ) The Capital One Venture X Business is Capital One’s lucrative business card. We’ve just seen a new welcome bonus rolled out on this card, which is jaw-droppingly big. However, the minimum spending requirement is significant as well. Let’s go over all the details, though this is (by far) the best offer we’ve seen on the card s


Netflix grabbed the most Oscar nominations, with stiff competition from Disney and Apple
21Engadget / 11h
It’s that time of year again. Oscar nominations are in, setting off a firestorm of debate and speculation until the awards ceremony in March. This year, the streamers absolutely ruled the roost. Netflix snagged 18 nominations, including best picture, which technically puts it in first place, according to a breakdown from Variety. I say Netflix “technically” received the most nominations because i


Sketch-a-site: Hatch launches no-code drawing tool for web design
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Hatch, a software company that already provides a website builder platform, has launched a no-code tool that allows users to turn hand-drawn sketches into interactive websites, apps, presentations, invitations, and personalized messages. Hatch Draw opens the door to creativity for users not skilled at web design, allowing builders to turn drawings into conventional design elements such as buttons


Learn how to hit $1M in ARR from Glasswing’s Rudina Seseri at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024
22TechCrunch / 11h
After securing your seed round, the race is on to scale ARR (annual recurring revenue). ARR is arguably the most critical startup metric founders need to understand and get right — especially if you’re building in the cloud. Why? It’s the number that investors look at to gauge both growth potential and changes in subscription […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


OnePlus 12 Arrives With 80W Charging and 6.8-Inch Screen
How-To Geek / 11h
OnePlus has had a rocky history. It started off as a company that sold phones with flagship specs at rather low prices, but these days, OnePlus phones are similiar to the competition in both price and features. That's not a bad thing, though, as its phones are still pretty good. Right on the heels of last year's OnePlus 11, OnePlus has just unveiled the OnePlus 12 series, and it looks really good


6 reasons I love my World of Hyatt Card and plan to keep it for the long term
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Let’s face it — transferable points rule . Why would you lock up your rewards in one program when you can pursue the devaluation-proof strategy of transferring points to the best program for your travel needs? But that aside, one mid-tier cobranded hotel credit card keeps me excited — so much so that I’ll


Hurry, this iRobot Roomba vacuum is on sale for under $160 today at Amazon
Mashable / 11h
SAVE 42%: In today's limited-time deal at Amazon, the iRobot Roomba 694 robot vacuum is on sale for just $159.97, down from $279.99. That's $120.02 off. Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba 694 robot vacuum $159.97 at Amazon (save $120.02) Constantly vacuuming pet hair is exasperating, but robot vacuums can be expensive. Fortunately, this conundrum has an answer (at least for today)


US sanctions Russian citizen accused of playing key role in Medibank ransomware attack
22TechCrunch / 11h
The U.S. government sanctioned a Russian national for allegedly playing a “pivotal role” in the ransomware attack against Australian health insurance giant Medibank that exposed the sensitive information of almost 10 million patients. Thirty-three-year-old Alexander Ermakov, who has also been sanctioned in Australia and the United Kingdom, stands accused of infiltrating Medibank’s network in Octo


Google Chrome gains AI features, including a writing helper, theme creator, and tab organizer
52TechCrunch / 11h
Google’s Chrome web browser is getting an infusion of AI technology in the latest release. The company announced today it’s soon adding a trio of new AI-powered features to Chrome for Mac and Windows, including a way to smartly organize your tabs, customize your theme, and get help when writing things on the web — […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Kia EV9 2024 Review: Price, Specs, Release Date
22Wired / 11h
This cavernous and quick all-electric seven-seater is the Korean car brand’s play to beat luxury SUVs that are twice the price. And it could well succeed because this is Kia’s best car yet.


Blizzard partners with ESL for an open Overwatch 2 esports circuit
Engadget / 11h
Blizzard has revealed the next evolution of top-level Overwatch 2 esports after the demise of the Overwatch League . The publisher has teamed up with ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) to run the new Overwatch Champions Series (OWCS) under an exclusive multi-year agreement. OWCS is an open-format circuit in which teams from North America; Europe, Middle East, North Africa (EMEA); and Asia can compete without


Google's next Chrome update adds three new generative AI features
Engadget / 11h
With today’s release of Chrome M121, Google announced it will introduce new generative AI features that will make the browser easier to use. The new additions will include a tab organizer, a writing assistant that helps draft text and the option to customize the artwork and themes throughout the browser . The “Experimental AI” toggle must be flipped on in the Settings page — found in the three-do


Luxury in Decline: American Airlines Cuts Corners on First Class Champagne [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 11h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...


Google Chrome 121 Has New AI Features for Writing & Organization
How-To Geek / 11h
Google is integrating generative AI-powered features across all its software right now, for better or worse. The Chrome browser isn't any different, as Google announced three generative AI features coming to the browser.


What Is Ambient Mode on YouTube? (and How to Turn It On)
How-To Geek / 11h
YouTube’s ambient mode enhances your video-watching experience by adding lighting effects. You can enable this mode on your computer, iPhone, and Android devices. We’ll show you how to do just that.


Chrome Adds an AI Feature to Curb Your Crippling Tabs Addiction
Gizmodo / 11h
On Tuesday, Google announced a slew of new features in Chrome that continue web browsers’ inevitable march into the world of artificial intelligence. They include an AI theme generator that customizes the look of your browser, a tool that will fill any field with AI-penned text, and a new “smart” tab organizer that… Read more...


Princess Peach kicks butt and scales walls as a Ninja and Cowgirl in new Princess Peach: Showtime trailer
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Nintendo has released a brand-new trailer for Princess Peach: Showtime showcasing two more personas, Ninja and Cowgirl. Ahead of the game's official launch in late March, Nintendo has finally unveiled the remaining two personas that the titular character will be able to equip on her adventures. First up is Ninja Peach, who kicked off the latest trailer in style. Equipped with a black stealth suit


The 7 biggest Oscar snubs from the 2024 Academy Award nominations
Mashable / 11h
Every Oscar nomination morning, we celebrate the films that earned coveted recognition from the Academy Awards . But perhaps more than that, we yell about our favorite films and performances that were unjustly snubbed — and trust us, there's a lot to yell about this year. SEE ALSO: 2024 Oscar nominations: See the full list Films like Killers of the Flower Moon and Barbie earned some of the most n


1RoundTable bets on ‘long-term, less volatile’ strategy with new growth-stage crypto fund
TechCrunch / 11h
The past couple of years have been challenging, and sometimes deadly, for many crypto and web3 startups, but Dan Tapiero, CEO, CIO and managing partner of 10T Holdings and 1RoundTable Partners, is not worried. In fact, in the midst of raising the firm’s fourth fund, he seems to be positively cheery about the state of […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Netflix will be the new home of WWE's flagship show, Monday Night Raw, in 2025
42Engadget / 12h
It's a mighty fine time to be a pro wrestling fan. The industry is going through a bit of a boom period, with multiple companies churning out quality content on the regular. Barely a week goes by without fans enjoying at least two or three excellent displays of scripted athleticism and jacked human beings slapping each other in the chest really, really hard. It's an even better time to be a pro w


Apple just paid a multi-million-dollar antitrust fine directly into Russia’s state budget
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
In resolution to a longstanding antitrust dispute, Apple has reportedly paid a fine worth 1.2bn rubles (around $13.4 million) imposed by the Russian Federal Antimonopoly Services (FAS). The payment, received by the Russian government on January 19, according to Russian news agency TASS , marks the end of a FAS investigation that started in July 2022. The core issue centered around Apple’s alleged


Buy LifeMiles With A 170% Bonus (1.22 Cents Per Mile)
3KOne Mile at a Time / 12h
Buying miles & points strategically can represent a great value , especially for first & business class travel. The Avianca LifeMiles program has just launched its first promotion of 2024 on purchased miles. LifeMiles is one of the most useful frequent flyer programs for redeeming miles, thanks to the ability to redeem for long haul premium cabin Star Alliance awards. Before I get into the detail


Intel Arrow Lake leak shows Thunderbolt 5 coming to desktop – and it could revolutionize gaming laptops as well
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Intel’s Arrow Lake-S (desktop) processors are bringing in Thunderbolt 5 support, the next-gen wired connectivity standard, according to a new leak – and that’s great news for those who run (or would like to run) an external GPU. VideoCardz spotted some presentation slides showing the Barlow Bridge controller for Arrow Lake desktop which mentions that Thunderbolt 5 support is included. These slide


“Pokémon with guns”: Palworld’s runaway Steam success should be a lesson for Game Freak
52Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge (credit: Pocketpair) I'm whacking at a rock as the sun sets. The game is telling me that I am cold and hungry. But I need to collect enough resources to make a Pal Sphere to catch some Pals so I can assign them to work at my base and gather even more resources. I am in the very opening minutes of Palworld , a game made by an obscure Japanese indie studio named Pocketpair. Some combination


Ambient light sensors can reveal your device activity. How big a threat is it?
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) An overwhelming majority of handheld devices these days have ambient light sensors built into them. A large percentage of TVs and monitors do, too, and that proportion is growing. The sensors allow devices to automatically adjust the screen brightness based on how light or dark the surroundings are. That, in turn, reduces eye strain and improves power consumption. N


The physics of an 18th-century fire engine
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge / An 18th-century fire engine designed and built by Richard Newsham, purchased in 1728 for St Giles Church, Great Wishford, UK. (credit: Trish Steel/CC BY-SA 2.0 ) When Don Lemon, a physicist at Bethel College in Kansas, encountered an 18th-century fire engine designed by English Inventor Richard Newsham on display at the Hall of Flame museum in Phoenix, he was intrigued by its pump mecha


Higher vehicle hoods significantly increase pedestrian deaths, study finds
70Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge / It actually feels intimidating standing next to a vehicle like this GMC Yukon Denali when the hood is level with your shoulder. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) It's hard to escape the fact that American trucks and SUVs have been on a steroid-infused diet for the last few years. The trend was all too apparent at the last auto show we went to—at Chicago in 2020, I felt physically threatened jus


How to Use the history Command on Linux
How-To Geek / 12h
Linux's shell saves a history of the commands you run, and you can search it to repeat commands you've run in the past. Once you understand the Linux history command and how to use it, it can significantly boost your productivity.


Delta’s futuristic first-class recliners are coming to the Boeing 737
200+The Points Guy / 12h
Delta Air Lines’ latest inflight product will soon be flying on another jet. The Atlanta-based carrier confirmed on Monday that it has begun installing its futuristic domestic first-class recliner on the Boeing 737-800 fleet. This seat, which debuted on the Airbus A321neo in May 2022 , has generally received positive reviews from travelers. It features an all-new design for domestic first class ,


Avatar: The Last Airbender's New Trailer Teases a Familiar Adventure and Fiery Action
20Gizmodo / 12h
It’s not long until we see what Netflix has got cooking with its live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender when it starts streaming next month—but the streamer has given us another new look to whet our appetites. Read more...


Score a 75-inch Hisense QLED TV for over 40% off at Best Buy
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $370 : The Hisense 75-inch A76K QLED TV is just $529.99 at Best Buy, marked down from the typical price of $899.99. That's a 41% discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch A76K QLED TV $529.99 at Best Buy (save $370) Do your winter plans involve watching the end of football season or zeroing in on the NBA season? If so, your TV might be asking for an upgrade to QLED. Tha


Avatar: The Last Airbender trailer teases the fiery, epic fantasy show that Netflix desperately needs
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The official trailer for Netflix's live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender has arrived, and it looks like the epic fantasy project that the streaming titan desperately needs. With numerous fantasy shows falling by the wayside on Netflix in recent months and years, the world's best streaming service is in dire need of a thrilling spectacle to prove it's not given up on bringing such g


Full-Scale Prototype Space Habitat Explodes Under Pressure
Futurism / 12h
Big Boom Private space company Sierra Space has blown up its first full-scale inflatable space habitat, dubbed the Large Integrated Flexible Environment (LIFE) — and it was all part of the plan. The balloon-like contraption, which measured just over 20 feet tall, held a third of the volume of the International Space Station once fully inflated. During a recent test, engineers at the Colorado-base


T-Mobile Home Internet Adds a Data Throttling Rule for New Customers
How-To Geek / 12h
T-Mobile has updated the data usage policy for its 5G Home Internet service. Going forward, new customers will experience slower internet speeds after exceeding a 1.2 TB monthly data allotment. Note that T-Mobile Home Internet still provides unlimited data—this is data throttling or traffic shaping , not a data cap.


The Best Questions to Ask During a Speed Date
LifeHacker / 12h
Speed dating can be an intense experience: You're meeting a bunch of different people at once, with a limited time to ask them questions about themselves, all the while trying to vet these strangers to see which ones are more compatible with your heart. It can be overwhelming to determine which questions to ask your potential matches; you want to build a connection with someone, but how deep can


How to Run a Reverse Image Search
LifeHacker / 12h
The idea of a reverse image search is that you are, to some extent at least, searching in the opposite direction: You're starting with an image that might otherwise be the end result of a search, but you're wanting to know where it originated from—though that's not the only way that a reverse image search can be useful. It's a technique most often associated with tracking down the original source


The OnePlus 12 Is a Slick Flagship Phone That’s Off the Beaten Path
LifeHacker / 12h
OnePlus has made a name for itself thanks to its branding as a flagship killer, offering affordable flagship phones that often compare to the top end options like the Galaxy S24 and the iPhone 15 Pro Max . However, past OnePlus devices have always fallen a little short of the flagships that they claim to compare to, whether it's missing features or differences in how the hardware performs. Over t


What's New on Disney+ in February 2024
LifeHacker / 12h
The February lineup on Disney+ is even lighter than January, but includes a handful of heavy-hitting series and film premieres. First up is season 4 of the Emmy Award-winning Genius: MLK/X —episodes drop on the first three Fridays of the month starting Feb. 2. The latest season of the docudrama focuses on the lives and work of Martin Luther King Jr. (played by Kelvin Harrison Jr.) and Malcolm X (


TikTok lays off 60 employees
24TechCrunch / 12h
TikTok is the latest tech company to mount another round of layoffs in an increasingly bleak January. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


This Galaxy S24 deal has a secret exclusive bonus - just for TechRadar readers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Been eying up that brand new Galaxy S24? TechRadar readers can get a handy little bonus when they preorder a device over at the official Samsung Store this week. For a limited time, our readers will be able to get an additional $50 store credit at the official Samsung site - a handy little bonus that can be put towards a range of handy accessories like Galaxy Buds, chargers, or even a Galaxy Watc


Get the capable Apple Watch SE for 37% off
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $122.49: As of Jan. 23, the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen ) is just $206.51 at Amazon. That's a savings of 37%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) $206.51 at Amazon (save $122.49) We may be long past the holiday season, but there are still great Apple Watch deals appearing regularly. That means you can get your hands on one on the cheap seemingly pretty often, including


Watch Aang master the elements in new 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' trailer
Mashable / 12h
Saddle up your sky bison and get ready for a wild ride, Avatar fans. We're diving back into the world of The Last Airbender . Just like in the original cartoon, Netflix's live-action adaptation sees us traveling alongside Water Tribe siblings Katara (Kiawentiio) and Sokka (Ian Ousley) as they help Avatar Aang (Gordon Cormier) in his quest to master all four elements. The journey won't be easy, as


'Barbie' fans shocked: Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie got snubbed by Oscars
67Mashable / 12h
It's decidedly not a Barbie world at the 96th Academy Awards. This morning (Jan. 23) the Academy announced its 2024 Oscar nominations , and two Barbie favorites were snubbed: Greta Gerwig for Best Director and Margot Robbie for Best Actress. But the film did walk away with eight nominations, including Best Picture, Gerwig and Noah Baumbach for Best Adapted Screenplay, Ryan Gosling for Best Suppor


10 Reasons Why Nova Launcher Is Still Worth Using on Android
How-To Geek / 12h
Third-party launchers (or “home” apps) like Nova Launcher were almost required in the past. That has changed, but there remains awesome functionality tucked away in Nova Launcher that makes it still worth replacing your phone’s default.


Vroom hits the brakes on its online used car business to go full throttle on auto financing and AI
TechCrunch / 12h
Vroom is shutting down its online used car marketplace and shifting all of its resources and capital into two business units focused on auto financing and AI-powered analytics. About 800 employees, or 90% of its workforce, will lose their jobs as a result, according to a regulatory filing. The company said it is suspending all used […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only


France fines Amazon $35 million over ‘intrusive’ employee surveillance
Engadget / 12h
France’s data privacy watchdog organization, the CNIL, has fined a logistics subsidiary of Amazon €32 million, or $35 million in US dollars, over the company’s use of an “overly intrusive” employee surveillance system. The CNIL says that the system employed by Amazon France Logistique “measured work interruptions with such accuracy, potentially requiring employees to justify every break or interr


Oops: Delta Boeing 757 Loses Nose Wheel Before Takeoff
100+One Mile at a Time / 12h
Airplanes are incredibly complex machines with a countless number of parts, and sometimes things go wrong. However, this is an odd one… Delta Boeing 757 loses while before takeoff in Atlanta This incident happened on Saturday, January 20, 2024, and involves Delta flight DL982, which was scheduled to fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Bogota (BOG). The flight was operated by a 31-year-old Boeing 757-200 wi


Sierra Space Built an Inflatable Space Module the Size of a House, Then Blew It Up
Gizmodo / 12h
You can’t fly an inflatable module to space without bursting a few on Earth. Sierra Space watched its giant, 20-foot tall space station module explode in dramatic fashion, but the company wasn’t too stressed about it. In fact, it marked a successful test on the road to building the first commercial space station in… Read more...


I'm a phone deals expert and the Samsung Galaxy S24's four-year contracts have me worried
31TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
When I first got my hands on a mobile phone, the contract you chose wasn't of much consequence. At the time, phones were not only less advanced, but took much longer to 'die', and would require the force of a medium-sized tank to cause them to break. But with great advancements comes great irresponsibility, and the need to change phones would soon become more prevalent, and the question of choosi


What Is the NTUSER.DAT File in Windows?
How-To Geek / 12h
Hidden in every user profile is a file named NTUSER.DAT. This file contains the settings and preferences for each user, so you shouldn't delete it and probably shouldn't edit it. Windows automatically loads, changes, and saves the file for you.


Samsung says its new 990 Evo SSD delivers improved performance and efficiency
Engadget / 12h
It's been a while since Samsung last upgraded its high-end internal SSDs, and those looking for more performance and power efficiency from their system storage may be interested in the new model. The 990 Evo looks to be a true successor to the Samsung 970 Evo Plus, which is our top recommendation for a Gen3 NVMe SSD . Samsung says that the 990 Evo is compatible with PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 interfac


Intuit told to stop promoting "free" software unless everyone can actually use them
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued an Opinion and Final Order, finding TurboTax maker Intuit guilty of engaging in “deceptive advertising” practices, The Commission upheld the opinion of Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), D. Michael Chappell, asserting that Intuit’s tax software and services had been marketed in a misleading manner, targeting consumers who were ineligible for such b


New Samsung 990 EVO SSD promises it won't just speed up your laptop - it could make its battery last longer as well
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Samsung has announced its latest SSD, the Samsung 990 EVO, a follow-up to its top-rated Samsung 970 EVO . The 990 EVO promises significant improvements in performance, efficiency, and adaptability compared to its predecessor. The standout feature of the SSD, according to Samsung, is its up to 43% performance compared to the 970 EVO. It boasts read speeds of up to 5,000 MB/s and write speeds of up


Clerk, the authentication startup, lands $30M and inks a strategic deal with Stripe
26TechCrunch / 12h
Clerk, a startup creating a suite of embeddable UIs, APIs and admin dashboards that app developers can use to authenticate and manage users, has raised $30 million in a Series B round led by CRV with participation from