Monday, September 09, 2024

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Guide To Redeeming Virgin Atlantic Points On Delta
500+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Often you’ll find that the best options for redeeming points on a particular airline are through the frequent flyer program of a partner airline. Actually, I’d argue that’s the case more often than not , and it’s where we see many of the best award sweet spots . The catch, as you’d expect, is that these redemptions tend to get devalued over time. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is a program with a fe


Mark Hamill posts gleeful pic of himself sat next to Stephen King, gets a wholesome response
Mashable / 33min
There's something kind of adorable about celebrities getting excited about meeting other celebrities, and that goes double if the celebrity in question is Mark Hamill. The actor recently attended the premiere of The Life of Chuck , Mike Flanagan's adaptation of Stephen King's novella of the same name — and he was fortunate enough to be seated next to the horror author himself. SEE ALSO: Every sin



Apple’s surprise early launch of macOS 15 Sequoia could suggest exciting Apple Intelligence features – or a boring update
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
We are mere hours away from Apple’s big “Glowtime” event , where the company is expected to announce its new iPhone 16 range – and Mac owners could be in for a treat as well, as it’s widely expected that Apple will reveal the final release of macOS 15 Sequoia alongside the expected iOS, iPadOS, and VisionOS releases. While macOS 15 Sequoia public beta has been available to download and test for a



8 Ways I Make Music Sound Better on My iPhone
How-To Geek / 2min
There are a few things you can do to get the most from your music listening experience on an iPhone. As someone who has my headphones connected and music playing for most of the day, I have found a few tricks that can improve music quality by leaps and bounds.


Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max: Battle of the Flagship Smartphones
Gizmodo / 5min
Only one can win in a battle of premium flagship smartphones. Will it be the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the iPhone 15 Pro Max?


Never Lose the Juice: Renewed Anker’s SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station Is Nearly Half Off
Gizmodo / 10min
This 1800-Watt Dynamo Is a Perfect Camping Companion and a Great Backup for Home Outages.


View of a man standing in front of the Tik Tok Lounge located at 5717 Chene. Handwritten on mount:…
Music, Arts & Literature / 21min
View of a man standing in front of the Tik Tok Lounge located at 5717 Chene. Handwritten on mount: “Kelly Bar. 5717 Chene.” 1979-09 Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library


A Grill That Thrills: Cuisinart’s Portable Tabletop Propane Grill Is 32% Off Right Now
Gizmodo / 23min
Bring 20,000 BTUs of professional-grade cooking power on the go and turn any trip into a cookout for just $170!


Home circuit breakers: 100 years of keeping us safe
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 24min
You walk into a room and turn on the light. Do you ever stop to think about what it takes to power the lightbulb as you flip that switch? Or how our outlets are always ready to charge our smartphones? No — we just expect these things to happen, and happen safely, without a second thought. A century ago, after years of innovation and technological improvements, the miniature circuit breaker was in


Apple Event Live Blog: All the iPhone 16 News as It Happens
Wired / 26min
Get ready for some fresh hardware. Follow along live as Apple debuts the iPhone 16 lineup, new Apple Watches, and a few other surprises.


How the NFL's New Kickoff Rules Work
LifeHacker / 28min
If you're like me, you turned on the first game of the new NFL season this week and immediately shouted, "The kickoff is wrong! What the crap is going on ?" Don't panic: The National Football League has changed the rules for the kickoff for the 2024 season. The "dynamic kickoff" aims to create a safer and more action-packed start to a series of downs. What are the rules of the NFL's "dynamic kick


15 Great 2000s Movies You Should Watch With Your Kids
LifeHacker / 28min
It's hard to comprehend that movies released from 2000 to 2009 are already approaching "vintage" status, but ask your young kids how long ago the year 2000 was and see how they feel. Nevertheless, the decade produced some great family entertainment, with the hand-animated Disney fare that defined the '90s giving way to computer-animated hits from the likes of Pixar and Dreamworks. If you want to


American reveals details of upcoming Boeing 777 retrofits, new Airbus A321XLR routes


The Points Guy / 30min
The onboard experience on some American Airlines jets is about to get much better. In 2022, the Fort Worth-based carrier revealed its new Flagship Suites business-class product , as well as a new premium economy recliner and other improvements coming to some of its new and newly retrofitted planes. The airline hasn’t formally announced when these new seats and aircraft will take off. However, Bri


The 6K Canon EOS C80 looks like its most powerful and versatile cinema camera yet for indie filmmakers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 32min
Canon has launched the EOS C80, a powerful follow-up to the EOS C70 , its four-year-old RF-mount Super 35 4K cinema camera thats's popular with indie filmmakers. Identical in size to the EOS C70, the new EOS C80 marks a significant upgrade, packing the same (larger) full-frame backside illuminated stacked sensor with 6K video capabilities as the recently announced EOS C400. The EOS C80 also inher


How To Customize the Taskbar Icons On Windows
How-To Geek / 32min
Windows makes it easy (although not obvious) to customize the Taskbar with custom icons. You dont need a third-party app, just the icon files to replace the defaults. If youre theming your desktop, it wont feel complete until the taskbar meshes with the rest of the look.


YC alum Odigos aims to help enterprises find errors and stamp out latency in their systems
TechCrunch / 33min
Companies’ data architecture today looks nothing like it did 20 years ago, but monitoring and tracing tools haven’t followed suit, making it difficult for engineering teams to identify the root cause of errors and latency issues. Israeli developer Eden Federman thinks the solution is distributed tracing, a more advanced observability method, but he found adoption […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights


Harris-Trump presidential debate: When it is, how to livestream
Mashable / 33min
TL;DR: The first Harris-Trump presidential debate will be available on ABC channels, ABC News Live, Disney+, and Hulu, and for free on ABC.com. Following a summer of back and forth between presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, the two political adversaries will finally take the debate stage together — It may be their only chance to square off. President Joe Biden's step down fro


Marriott Bonvoy & MGM Rewards Add Points Transfers
One Mile at a Time / 35min
Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards have just expanded their partnership, to allow points transfers between the two programs. Surprisingly enough, this could actually be a decent deal. Transfer Marriott & MGM points at a 10:8 ratio Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards have a partnership . With this, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and redeem points, and can even take advantage of select elite benefits, a


View of the Ambassador Bridge under construction. Printed on front: “Detroit River Bridge,…
Music, Arts & Literature / 51min
View of the Ambassador Bridge under construction. Printed on front: “Detroit River Bridge, McClintic-Marshall Co., engineer & contractor, 161, Sep 9, 29.” Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library


Apple Store is down ahead of big iPhone event
Mashable / 56min
You know when the lights go off on the Apple Store, it's almost showtime. Ahead of Apple's big event on Monday, where the new iPhone 16 , Apple Watch Series 10 , and more are expected to to be announced, the company's online storefront is currently down. SEE ALSO: How to watch the Apple event livestream today as iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10 announced Every year Apple does this , stripping back the A


The Download: Roblox’s generative AI, and tech for humanity
MIT Technology Review / 1h
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 . Roblox is launching a generative AI that builds 3D environments in a snap What’s new: Roblox has announced plans to roll out a generative AI tool that will let creators make whole 3D scenes just using text prompts. Users will also be able to modify scenes or


The 10 Best Mac Apps for Students in 2024
How-To Geek / 1h
If you're a student, your Mac will likely be an essential tool for many of your classes. Thankfully there are plenty of Mac apps that can help you excel in your studies, from finishing that essay to keeping track of your assignments.


Buy British Airways Avios With 40% Bonus (1.64 Cents Per Avios)
200+One Mile at a Time / 1h
Buying airline points strategically can make a lot of sense , especially for first and business class redemptions, where redeeming points represents a disproportionately good deal. British Airways Executive Club has just launched a bonus on purchased Avios, which some people might find to be worthwhile. While the program frequently sold Avios at a discount back in the day, it’s pretty rare to see


WeTransfer set to lay off hundreds of staff after Bending Spoons acquisition
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Bending Spoons is set to lay off a staggering 75% of the WeTransfer headcount after acquiring the file-sharing platform just a few weeks ago. The company, which is believed to have around 350 workers could lose around 260 members of staff in one of the biggest series of layoffs proportionally this year. News of the job cuts comes a little over a month after the Italian tech firm acquired WeTransf


Bad news: two of the best Apple Intelligence features might be delayed until iOS 18.2
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Apple’s annual September launch event is happening today (follow along with our iPhone 16 event live blog for the latest updates), and while we already had an inkling that certain Apple Intelligence features might be delayed until after the initial rollout of iOS 18 , we’re now hearing that two of the most exciting new AI tools could be held up until December. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman


Norwegian Cruise Line ships ranked by size from biggest to smallest — the complete list
58The Points Guy / 1h
Are you looking for the most megaresort-like, activity-packed Norwegian Cruise Line ships at sea? If so, you’ll want to get on one of the biggest Norwegian Cruise Line ships. The biggest Norwegian Cruise Line ships are, almost by definition, the Norwegian Cruise Line ships with the most “stuff” — the most pools, waterslides and other deck-top attractions ( even go-kart tracks ), as well as the mo


Paramount Plus is beaming up free Star Trek episodes for a limited time
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Did you know Star Trek Day is celebrated annually on September 8? If you didn't, you do now, but even though we're a day late there's still plenty of time to celebrate thanks to Paramount Plus . In fact, one of the best streaming services is showing episodes for free. The hit sci-fi series is actually one of the reasons we gave Paramount Plus a big thumbs up when we compared it against other stre


'New York Times' Michael Barbaro is ready to put you to sleep
Mashable / 1h
You can now find the New York Times podcast host Michael Barbaro on a surprising platform: the Calm app . Today, Calm launched a new "Sleep Story" featuring Barbaro's signature halting but mysteriously effective delivery. Barbaro hosts "The Daily" for the Times. His Calm episode, which appears exclusively on the app and clocks in just shy of 30 minutes, is called "The Nightly." Listeners must hav


JetBlue Drops Inflight Map Vendor Over Palestine Controversy
One Mile at a Time / 1h
JetBlue is known for having seat back entertainment throughout its fleet, which is (usually) a treat for passengers. As an aviation geek, one of the things that I like most about this is the ability to use the map feature, and track the progress of the flight. Well, after a recent controversy, JetBlue is in the process of switching to a new map vendor. JetBlue map labels Israel as “Palestinian Te


AMD’s next-gen Radeon RX 8000 graphics card lineup expected to feature at least four new GPUs - but there’s some bad news for hardcore PC gamers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
AMD’s new graphics cards are coming in hot, but the latest leak is sure to be a mixed bag for PC gamers - heavily depending on how much money you like to pour into your custom PC builds. With Nvidia still dominating the high-end of the battle for the best graphics cards , AMD senior vice president Jack Huynh recently revealed in an interview with Tom’s Hardware that Team Red actually plans to dia


Miami-based AI bookkeeping startup finally has raised another big round: $200M in equity and debt
33TechCrunch / 1h
The SMB-focused bookkeeping, accounting and finance startup finally has raised $50 million in a Series B round of funding and secured a $150 million credit line, TechCrunch is the first to report. The financing comes just seven months after the fintech company announced it had raised $10 million in funding, and brings Miami-based finally’s total […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For per


New Cartridge Releases Are Taking Retro Gaming to Another Level
How-To Geek / 1h
It may be a stretch to call it a resurgence, or a comeback, but video game cartridges are having a bit of a moment. There are new consoles designed to play old cartridges, new carts being made for old consoles, and new approaches to the cartridge format that are opening up new possibilities.


Why American Airlines Is The Worst Choice For 2024: You’re Most Likely To Lose Your Bags Or Get Bumped
View from the Wing / 1h
If passengers are getting delayed, cancelled, and diverted – and if their bags are lost, or they’re turned away from flying completely despite having a ticket – it’s probably happening on American Airlines, according to Department of Transportation data. Continue reading ...


Is This the Best Phone Ever Made?
How-To Geek / 1h
There have been some incredible smartphones released over the years including a notable and influential few on Team Green and Team Apple. But what about the HTC One M8? Many Android fans adore this model, but why?


This super-mini portable SSD lets you expand your phone and tablet storage up to 2TB — and I'm in love with the design
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Here’s a cool portable SSD I checked out at this year’s IFA - the Lexar Professional Go with hub. Aimed at mobile content creators, videographers, and filmmakers, this external storage device effectively lets users increase a phone’s storage capacity up on the fly. It’s small, versatile, and while primarily targeting iPhone users, the slim SSD is compatible with any iPhone, iPad, and Android devi


Thousands of Avis car rental customers had personal data stolen in cyberattack
40TechCrunch / 1h
The car rental giant says personal information, credit card information, and driver's license numbers were stolen in the August cyberattack. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Singapore KrisFlyer Global Redemption Sale: 25% Off Awards
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer program has just launched a Global Redemption Sale , whereby you can save 25% off the cost of an award ticket across a variety of routes, for a travel period of several months. We haven’t seen this offer in about a year, so it’s cool to see it return. It’s separate from the program’s Spontaneous Escapes Sale , which is available monthly, and is much more restrictive.


The Samsung Galaxy S25 series could cost more than the S24 line, and it’s all thanks to the chipset
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Samsung’s top phones are already expensive, but its 2025 handsets could be even pricier if they use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor, as at least some of them are expected to. Qualcomm, which makes Snapdragon chipsets, has itself previously said to expect the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 to cost more than the Gen 3, and now we have an idea of how much more, with reputable leaker @UniverseIce claiming (via


Review: reMarkable Paper Pro writing tablet feels almost like paper, for a price
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / The reMarkable Paper Pro tablet. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Our main critique of Amazon's Kindle Scribe when it launched in late 2022—and one that still mostly holds up—was that it felt like a big e-reader with writing functionality tacked on rather than a tablet designed specifically for writing and note-taking. Though Amazon's hardware is arguably superior (and definitely more afford


The Morning After: What to expect from Apple’s iPhone 16 event later today
Engadget / 2h
The next iPhone will be revealed later today at 1PM ET. Well, iPhones. We’re expecting four new devices: the base iPhone 16, a larger iPhone 16 Plus, the iPhone 16 Pro and another beastly iPhone 15 Pro Max. The Pro models might get slightly larger screens, with the regular Pro likely to move to 6.3 inches from 6.1 inches, while the Pro Max should hit 6.9 inches, an increase from 6.7 inches. The i


Google Workspace will now let you track exactly how much power all your apps are using
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Following on from the introduction of Carbon Footprint for Google Workspace at Google Cloud Next ‘23, admins can now use the service to monitor and analyse their electricity usage. The announcement comes via a partnership with Electricity Maps, a company providing an API offering readouts of “real-time and predictive electricity signals” to customers. Previously, only top-level admins could acces


Google’s Next Antitrust Trial Could Make Online Ads Less Annoying
Wired / 2h
Google will be in court on Monday to face allegations of an ad tech monopoly. Experts say that a DOJ win could create a better browsing future.


Here Are the 6 Best Fitness Apps for iPhone in 2024
How-To Geek / 2h
I used to hate working out, but I realized that I wasn't looking in the right places for help. After dabbling with Apple Fitness+, I wanted to keep my fitness streak going by trying out a mix of workouts, so I experimented with a bunch of apps. Here are the best fitness apps for iPhone that have kept me hooked.


Air France Cancels Paris To Abu Dhabi Flights, Despite Etihad Partnership
27One Mile at a Time / 2h
In late 2023, Air France-KLM and Etihad announced plans to expand their partnership . This included frequent flyer reciprocity, an expanded codeshare agreement, and Air France even launching flights to Abu Dhabi. Well, this is now at least being partly scaled back… Air France ending flights to Abu Dhabi as of October 2024 As flagged by AeroRoutes , Air France will soon be discontinuing its Paris


There’s more proof Apple will kill off its FineWoven cases at today's iPhone 16 event
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Apple is known for the quality of its products, which is why it’s all the more surprising when the company occasionally releases a dud. But Apple’s FineWoven cases , introduced with the iPhone 15 range, are more than just a dud – they’ve been a disaster, and now it seems almost certain that they’re destined for the scrap heap. That’s because a prominent leaker has claimed that Apple is set to rep


Generative AI is reportedly tripling carbon dioxide emissions from data centers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
New research has claimed the rapid development of, and demand for, generative AI has accelerated the rate of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from data centers. A report from Morgan Stanley suggests the datacenter industry is on track to emit 2.5 billion tons by 2030, which is three times higher than the predictions if generative AI had not come into play. The extra demand from GenAI will reportedl


New AirPods Max may be coming today, too
20Mashable / 2h
It's iPhone day , and things are changing rapidly in terms of rumors. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has two bits of news in store for us, one good, and one bad. SEE ALSO: How to watch the Apple event livestream today as iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10 announced First, the bad news: Gurman claims that the Apple Watch Ultra 3 will not happen this year. Instead, we're getting a new, black color option for the A


What You Need to Know About Grok AI and Your Privacy
Wired / 2h
xAI's generative AI tool, Grok AI, is unhinged compared to its competitors. It's also scooping up a ton of data people post on X. Here's how to keep your posts out of Grok—and why you should.


Ford patents holographic car tech system that lets virtual guard dogs protect your vehicle
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Patent filings don't necessarily result in new-fangled tech, but they often give us a good indication of what engineers are thinking – or, in Ford’s case, smoking. Recent filings registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) have revealed that the company is experimenting with some pretty advanced holographic technology that, if it ever gets produced, will be able to proje


Return of the Max: Apple's AirPods Max 2 tipped for surprise launch today, with USB-C and better ANC
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Here's an unexpected bit of news: the AirPods Max 2 , which pretty much everybody was certain weren't going to get an update at today's big Apple event (you can even follow the build-up, thanks to our 'It's Glowtime' Live Blog ) apparently are going to get an update today. Don't expect something dramatically different, mind, but the new AirPods Max will reportedly come with improved ANC and Adapt


We may not get an Apple Watch Ultra 3 today, but a new Apple Watch Ultra 2 color could be coming instead
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Our iPhone 16 event live blog is up and running ahead of the big show later on today, but it seems that one expected device might be missing: a well-placed source says the Apple Watch Ultra 3 won't be launching alongside the new iPhones. This comes from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, who is usually one of the more well-informed reporters on the Apple beat. Considering that we got the Apple Watch Ultra


John Oliver responds to Trump saying JD Vance isn't 'weird', brings multiple receipts
Mashable / 3h
John Oliver has spent more time proving that JD Vance is, indeed, weird, despite what Trump recently said.


Sonos Ace reportedly aren't selling and the TV set-top box is delayed once again – has Sonos lost its shine?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
There's seemingly more bad news for Sonos. New reports say that the new Ace headphones , which the company expected to be a huge hit, have been doing disappointing numbers: where Sonos expected to make 2,500 headphones per day to cope with huge demand for its high-end cans, it's allegedly only doing a fraction of that: just 250 pairs a day. That means instead of expected sales of around 1 million


Don’t worry, a patch is on the way to fix those horrible Star Wars Outlaws stealth sections
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
If you’ve been playing Star Wars Outlaws , then chances are that you’ve already been frustrated by its overly punishing stealth sections. Being spotted by an enemy will cause your current mission to instantly fail, often sending you right back to the start of an area and erasing minutes of progress at a time. It can be incredibly annoying but, luckily, developer Ubisoft Massive seems to agree and


Google Pixel 9 Review: Surprisingly Big Upgrades in a Small Package
How-To Geek / 3h
I didn't realize how stale the Pixel series had become until I picked up the Google Pixel 9 . The previous two Pixel phones were solid, but they were sequelsiterations of the same idea. That's what makes the Pixel 9 feel so fresh and different. This is the Pixel series rebooted, and its AI features are more than a shameless cameo.


Samsung Galaxy Ring Review: The Easiest Way to Track Wellness Without Thinking About It Too Much
Gizmodo / 3h
The only bummer of the Galaxy Ring is that you'll have to stay in the Samsung ecosystem if you want tracking that's truly robust.


Sonos delays set-top box after flawed app update
TechCrunch / 4h
It’s been an infamous year for software updates gone wrong. But what’s the worst-case scenario for a buggy update? Sonos may be trying to find the answer as its mobile app update continues to derail its best laid plans. In its most recent earnings call, the company announced that it had no choice but to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


EV startup Ather seeks to raise $530 million in India IPO
22TechCrunch / 4h
Indian electric scooter manufacturer Ather Energy plans to raise about $370 million in an IPO. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


'Hard Truths' review: Mike Leigh explores deep-seated anguish through darkly funny realism
Mashable / 4h
Several times throughout Hard Truths , an unassuming English suburb becomes the site of a simmering domestic civil war, when the middle-aged Pansy (Marianne Jean-Baptiste) is awoken from her nap and goes on a wordy, hilariously nasty rant about her neighbors. Her demanding husband Curtley (David Webber) is never surprised, and quietly accepts his wife's latest venomous tirade, knowing full well t


'Nutcrackers' review: Ben Stiller aims for 'Uncle Buck' and misses
Mashable / 4h
When a filmmaker begins their curtain speech with how their movie is a rejection of cynicism, as David Gordon Green did before the Toronto Film Festival premiere of his new film Nutcrackers , it sets off certain alarm bells in critics. It seems like a clumsy attempt at critic-proofing a film by implying that if you don't like it, you are the problem. You are insufficient in humanity! (These same


Get certified and stand out in IT with expert-led CompTIA courses — $4 each
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Get permanent access to this CompTIA Certification Prep Courses bundle for $39.99 and prepare for 10 key IT certifications . If you’re serious about breaking into the IT world or leveling up your tech skills , you know certifications are key. But diving into the vast sea of study materials and resources can be overwhelming, not to mention costly. That’s where this CompTIA certification pre


Apply to jobs on LinkedIn and Indeed automatically with LoopCV Premium
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Find a job with LoopCV Premium , a job application automation tool on sale now for $29.99 (reg. $599). Navigating the job market can be overwhelming, especially when you're juggling multiple applications, keeping track of responses, and trying to tailor each submission to stand out. It’s a process that can quickly become exhausting, often feeling like a full-time job itself. For job seeker


Don't miss a top-notch VPN that reduced it's price to $9.99
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Protect your privacy with a 1-Year iProVPN subscription on sale for $9.99 (reg. $28). Keeping your family safe online is just as important as locking your front door. From kids streaming shows and playing games to parents working remotely or shopping online, everyone in the family is open to cyber threats like hacking, data breaches, and intrusive ads. That’s why having a strong, reliable


Work on the go with this $299.99 HP EliteBook
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Get a reliable computer for the right price when you get an HP EliteBook 840 G6 for $299.99 (reg. $499). When you’re juggling a busy schedule, having the right equipment can make all the difference. Whether you’re working on complex projects or managing everyday tasks, a versatile computer is a need, not a want. An HP EliteBook 840 G6 is a great option if you need a good balance of power a


How to watch Jets vs. 49ers online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream New York Jets vs. San Francisco 49ers for free on My5 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It might seem like a crazy idea with no real substance, but you can actually follow the NFL without spending anything. You might not believe it, but it's the truth. Sure, you need to jump through some hoops, but it's totally worth the wait. Wi


More cameos have been spotted in Astro Bot's credits as game director confirms free DLC
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Astro Bot creative director Nicolas Doucet has confirmed that the game will be receiving free DLC that might just feature a new batch of VIP Bots that were spotted in the credits, but not currently seen in the base game. The news comes by way of an interview with Doucet from YouTube channel Quest Daily . The director says that the DLC additions will be free, arriving this year, and will add new s


Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for September 9 (#456)
How-To Geek / 4h
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn'tConnections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.


Last-minute iPhone 16 Pro leak teases good news on pricing and battery life
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
We’re now just hours away from the launch of the iPhone 16 line – you can follow the build-up at our iPhone 16 event live blog – with Apple set to unveil these phones later today (September 9). The leaks haven’t stopped rolling in even at this late hour, and the latest contains several pieces of potentially good news. In a post on X, reputable leaker Mark Gurman (via 9to5Mac ) claimed that the iP


How to watch the Apple event livestream today as iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10 announced
20Mashable / 5h
The iPhone 16 launch event is just hours away, and if you’re anything like us, your tech-loving heart is already aflutter. Apple’s September 9 event , aptly tagged "It's Glowtime," is promising to be more than just a basic phone reveal. SEE ALSO: What to expect from Apple's September event: iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, and more We’re talking massive updates across the company's ecosystem— AirPods ,


Miniroll is the smallest Ultimate Ears speaker, but it packs big sound
Engadget / 6h
If the compact Wonderboom is just too big for you, Ultimate Ears' latest speaker will supplant that model as the smallest entry in the company's current lineup. The Miniroll is, as the name suggests, a diminutive version of the company's flat, circular Roll design. This new Bluetooth option weighs less than a pound and can tuck into tight pockets. Or, as UE was keen to show off in the marketing m


Apple Introduces New iPhones with A.I. Features
21NYT > Technology / 6h
On Monday, the company will introduce smartphones with A.I. features that could take the technology mainstream or sow fresh doubts about its viability.


Google’s Ad Technology to Be Challenged in Second Antitrust Trial
21NYT > Technology / 6h
In a second antitrust trial that starts on Monday, the Justice Department has called for a breakup of the tech giant, which it says controls the vast majority of online advertising.


Google’s Legal Scorecard Before New Antitrust Fight
NYT > Technology / 6h
How the tech giant has fared in its major legal battles across the U.S. and Europe so far.


Ultimate Ears' new Bluetooth speaker is super-tiny, super-light, and has an adorable name
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
As Oasis almost sang, if you're looking for a cute portable speaker with Auracast compatibility, you gotta Miniroll with it. The new Ultimate Ears Miniroll is a go-anywhere portable Bluetooth 5.3 speaker from one of the best-known audio brands, and unlike an Oasis ticket, it's not going to treble in price when you try to buy it. The key selling point here is the small size and light weight: it we



Would you take guitar lessons from an AI-powered Jimi Hendrix? The future could have a purple haze…
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
If you’re a guitar player then you've probably heard about, or used, the Ultimate Guitar app for Android and iOS , for finding the chords and lyrics to thousands of popular songs. If you produce podcasts or record your own songs, then you’ve probably also heard of Audacity too, which we named the best open-source audio editor in our best audio editor of 2024 round up. Muse Group, the creator of b


NYT's The Mini crossword answers for September 9
Mashable / 7h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr


NYT Strands hints, answers for September 9
Mashable / 7h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of


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