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James Earl Jones, One of Hollywood’s Most Defining Voices, Has Died
3KGizmodo / 7h
The legendary actor beloved for his turn as Star Wars ' tragic villain Darth Vader, among countless other roles, was 93.


The lightning cable is dead: Every product at the Apple event uses USB-C
200+Mashable / 8h
If you update your Apple devices this fall, you'll finally be able to get rid of those old Lightning cables. To no one's surprise, every new device shown off at the Apple event on Monday charges using USB-C, not Lightning. That includes the following: iPhone 16 (pre-order here ) iPhone 16 Plus (pre-order here ) iPhone 16 Pro (pre-order here ) iPhone 16 Pro Max (pre-order here ) AirPods 4 (pre-ord


Sonos Ace reportedly aren't selling and the TV set-top box is delayed once again – has Sonos lost its shine?
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 18h
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



Sad Seattle Cybertruck became fleeting tourist destination
TechCrunch / now
You could argue whether Cybertruck owners crave attention, but attention they receive, often by critics poking fun at the vehicles. People seem to particularly delight at Cybertruck mishaps, as when one arrived on Nantucket back in May and promptly got stuck in the sand. Perhaps it’s little wonder then that a damaged Cybertruck in Seattle’s […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal


Apple AirPods 4 don't come with a cable to charge them
Engadget / 19min
The new AirPods that Apple just announced at its iPhone 16 event come with cases that have USB-C ports, but they will not ship with USB-C charging cables in the box. As 9to5Mac has noticed, the new devices' official page states that USB-C charge cables are sold separately for both the basic AirPods 4 and the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. Apple didn't reveal the lack of cable in the ea


This lifetime VPN subscription covers all your devices for £46
Mashable / 20min
TL;DR: As of Sept. 2, get a lifetime subscription to VPN Unlimited for only £49.92 (reg. £153.12). This newly discounted price is only available through Sept. 29. Are you worried about your privacy online? If so, it may be time to invest in a good VPN. And the timing couldn't be better — as you can currently get your hands on a lifetime subscription to VPN Unlimited. With VPN Unlimited, you can k


32 of the best AI and ChatGPT courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 20min
TL;DR: A wide range of AI and ChatGPT courses are available to take for free on Udemy. There are absolutely loads of AI and ChatGPT courses on Udemy. You can learn all about this exciting technology with these online resources, giving you the tools you need to truly harness AI and make it work for you. And better yet, some of the best courses are available to take for free. We've checked out ever


How to watch Connecticut Sun vs. Los Angeles Sparks online
Mashable / 20min
TL;DR: Watch Connecticut Sun vs. Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The WNBA season continues and next up it's Connecticut Sun vs. Los Angeles Sparks. The Connecticut Sun have already claimed their postseason spot, but sadly it's all over for the Los Angeles Sparks who have been eliminated from pla


How to watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Atlanta Dream online
Mashable / 20min
TL;DR: Watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Atlanta Dream in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The WNBA season continues and next up it's Minnesota Lynx vs. Atlanta Dream. As we approach the playoffs, there is just one position up for grabs and the Atlanta Dream will be hoping it's theirs for the taking. If you want to watch Minne


How to watch Netherlands vs. Germany in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 20min
TL;DR: Live stream Netherlands vs. Germany in the UEFA Nations League for free on RTL+ . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The UEFA Nations League doesn't have the jeopardy of other international tournaments. There isn't really a whole lot at stake, but that doesn't mean fans aren't going to be treated to some massive games. The pick of the bunch this ti


How to watch England vs. Finland in the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 20min
TL;DR: Live stream England vs. Finland in the UEFA Nations League for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It's not easy to bounce back after losing in the final of Euro 2024 , but that is the task facing England and their interim manager Lee Carsley. The addition of some new faces will surely help, but winning games matters most. And England


Heart disease is the world’s biggest killer — this Cambridge Uni spinout is using AI to find new treatments
TechCrunch / 30min
Cambridge University spinout CardiaTec is striving to tackle cardiovascular diseases, one of the world's leading causes of death, with AI. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for September 10
Mashable / 1h
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


Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for September 10
Mashable / 1h
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 September 10's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahj


NASA will proceed with final preps to launch Europa Clipper next month
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / The main body of NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft is reflected in one of the mission's deployable solar array wings during testing at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. (credit: NASA/Frank Michaux ) For a while earlier this summer, it looked like NASA's flagship mission to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa might miss its launch window this year. In May, engineers raised concerns that transi


Three Major Iterations of Teslabot Should Reach Million Unit Volumes
Next Big Future / 2h
Nearly an hour into the All in Summit talk, Elon Musk discussed the Teslabot. Elon says that three major iterations into Teslabot will see the Teslabot majorly perfected. This should be in 4 to 6 years. The bots will be $10,000 to $20,000 cost. Humans are humanoid meatbots. There should be at least a three ... Read more


iPhone 16 Pro Hands on: It’s Not Brown, It’s Desert Titanium
29Gizmodo / 2h
The Camera Capture button is the iPhone 16's biggest feat, but it's a little finicky.


Elon Musk Talks Dojo 2 and Dojo 3 AI Training Chip
Next Big Future / 3h
Elon says Dojo 2 (AI training chip and systems) out late in 2025 in high volume and it will be competitive with the Nvidia B200. Elon says we will need to see Tesla Dojo 3 (in late 2026) to see if Dojo will be really good and an ongoing success. 💥 Elon Musk LIVE at ... Read more


James Earl Jones’ Darth Vader Has Already Been Immortalized With AI
86Wired / 3h
James Earl Jones died Monday at the age of 93. But long before he did, he gave Lucasfilm permission to recreate his iconic Darth Vader voice for shows like Obi-Wan Kenobi.


Elon Musk Talks at the All-in Summit
Next Big Future / 4h
Elon Musk said the government is the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) at scale. Elon talks about the Mars goals. Elon says Starship will be able to launch repeatedly at scale. The key development for multi-planetary humanity is for a reliably, rapidly, reusable rocket. 💥 Elon Musk LIVE at the All-In Summit https://t.co/i5A70kvWElhttps://t.co/i5A70kvWEl — Tesla ... Read more


Online, led by social media, overtakes TV as the most popular source of news in the UK, Ofcom says
TechCrunch / 4h
Online platforms have now overtaken TV for the first time as the most popular resource for news among adult consumers, at 71% versus 70%, according to new research. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


25 Years On, Final Fantasy VIII‘s Real Opening Remains Incredible
98Gizmodo / 5h
Squall and friends are put through the crucible in the landing at Dollet, one of the wildest openings to a Final Fantasy game put to pixels.


Could powerful lasers unlock cheap fusion power?
22BBC News / 5h
A Denver-based start-up plans to use powerful lasers to spark a fusion reactor.


This iPhone ‘Supercycle’ May Not Be So Super
Wired / 5h
Some Apple analysts believe AI will spur a boom in iPhone sales. But not everyone’s buying the hype.


Roblox announces AI tool for generating 3D game worlds from text
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images via Getty Images ) On Friday, Roblox announced plans to introduce an open source generative AI tool that will allow game creators to build 3D environments and objects using text prompts, reports MIT Tech Review . The feature, which is still under development, may streamline the process of creating game worlds on the popular online platform, potentially opening up more


How the iPhone 16 Compares to the Pixel 9 and Galaxy S24
LifeHacker / 5h
Apple unveiled a swath of new hardware today , including the iPhone 16, the AirPods 4, and the Apple Watch Series 10. We’ve already got you covered when it comes to the new Apple Watch and the latest AirPods , but now it’s time to tackle the company's new phones. The iPhone 16 is Apple’s first AI-centric phone , but for everyone who hasn’t bought into big tech's latest trend, there’s still plenty


How the Apple Watch 10 Compares to the Competition
LifeHacker / 5h
We've been watching along as Apple unveiled a host of new devices today—including the flagship iPhone 16 series—but here I'm going to take a deep dive into the Apple Watch 10: a significant step forward for the Apple smartwatch. But is it significant enough to challenge the Google Pixel Watch 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7? All three smartwatches launched this year, and are competing for a plac


SpaceX and Elon Needs About $10 Trillion to Spend $2-3 Trillion for the Mars City Program
Next Big Future / 5h
SpaceX financial strength and success is as critical as a working Super Heavy Starship. There is a lot of valid and competent talk about the technical milestones on the critical path to meeting Musk goals for Mars. SpaceX will need to get to about $200 billion per year in profits to sustain spending $40-50 billion ... Read more


NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, September 10 (game #457)


TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.


NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Tuesday, September 10 (game #191)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read


Quordle today – hints and answers for Tuesday, September 10 (game #960)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now nearly 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S PO


NordVPN Is Practically a Steal With This Crazy Offer! [73% Off]
Gizmodo / 5h
NordVPN offers promotions on its 1-year and 2-year plans that will allow you to save several dozen, or even hundreds, of dollars. Let's take a look.


Which Apple devices have Apple Intelligence?
Mashable / 5h
Apple's " Glowtime " event on Monday gave us the iPhone 16 series with built-in Apple Intelligence features. But the iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro , and iPhone 16 Pro Max aren't the only Apple devices to get this new AI ability. Apple Intelligence, which include AI-powered writing tools, photo-editing capabilities, summarization, and an overhauled Siri, will be compatible with other A


Where Is CarPlay 2?
20Wired / 5h
The next generation of Apple’s car dashboard software is supposed to debut this year. But another Apple product event has come and gone without any CarPlay news.


Engadget Podcast: Apple Watch Series 10 was the star of the iPhone 16 launch
Engadget / 6h
In this bonus episode, Devindra and Engadget Contributing Reporter Kris Holt break down everything new (and not so new) in the iPhone 16 lineup. Is Apple Intelligence alone enough to entice iPhone owners to upgrade? Does anyone actually need the camera button? And why are we so intrigued by the Apple Watch Series 10 (which is undoubtedly the most interesting product Apple launched today)? Listen


Good Omens Season 3 Reportedly Paused Amid Neil Gaiman Controversy
500+Gizmodo / 6h
In December 2023, Prime Video announced a third and final season of the fan-beloved Michael Sheen-David Tennant fantasy series.


Apple AirPods Max: I hope you didn’t buy one recently because it now has USB-C
Mashable / 6h
The Apple AirPods Max are arguably powerful, stylish, and a great value — and they just got even better, thanks to a new port upgrade. At the “Glowtime” event today, Apple revealed that the AirPods Max has swapped out longtime proprietary Lightning charging for USB-C charging. And to that, I say, "Finally!" Purple AirPods Max Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable Last year, the AirPods Max were igno


The iPhone 16 family brings A18 and A18 Pro chipsets, with a serious boost to processing power
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
It’s official: the iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus , iPhone 16 Pro , and iPhone 16 Pro Max have arrived, and with them the next generation of Apple smartphone chips – the A18 and A18 Pro. The new iPhone 16 lineup and A18 series chipsets were revealed at Apple's September 9 ' It's Glowtime ' event. You’ll find the A18 in the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, and the A18 Pro in the newly enlarged iPhone 16


Both the M2 iPad Pros Are up to 43% Off Right Now
LifeHacker / 6h
Most people don't get to use the M2 chip to its maximum potential, much less in a tablet. M2 iPad Pros are more powerful machines than most people's laptops, and more power than most people need in a tablet, but who cares? More power never hurt anyone. Right now, both the 11" and 12.9" M2 iPad Pros are discounted starting at $949 and $999 , respectively. This is a great opportunity for anyone loo


Apple Is Missing Out On An Important Trend By Not Making A Foldable iPhone
How-To Geek / 6h
Theres one thing Apple isnt doing that nearly all its competitors are: foldable smartphones. People are flocking to these throwback gadgets that modernize the flip phones of the early 2000s. So, why isnt Apple delivering the goods on a folding iPhone?


The 10 Most Common Excel Charts and What They're Used For
How-To Geek / 6h
There are 17 different types of charts in Excel, so it can sometimes be difficult to choose which one to use. In this article, we'll look at 10 of the most useful for your everyday data, and how to use them.


TechCrunch Space: Boeing’s Starliner returns to Earth
29TechCrunch / 6h
Hello and welcome back to TechCrunch Space. Let’s dive into the news! Want to reach out with a tip? Email Aria at aria.techcrunch@gmail.com or send a message on Signal at 512-937-3988. You also can send a note to the whole TechCrunch crew at tips@techcrunch.com. For more secure communications, click here to contact us, which includes SecureDrop instructions […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reser


Apple's Watch Ultra 2 Now Comes in a New Color
How-To Geek / 6h
We may not have gotten a Watch Ultra 3, but Apple did announce during its Glowtime event that its Watch Ultra 2 is now available in a new color called "black titanium."


Desperate Republicans Using AI to Generate Fake Photos of Donald Trump Saving Kittens
200+Futurism / 6h
The official account of the Republican House Judiciary Committee today posted an AI-generated photo of presidential candidate Donald Trump submerged chest-deep in water, shutting his eyes while embracing a duck and kitten. "Protect our kittens and ducks in Ohio!" the elected officials wrote above the image. Though the influential Republican committee — one of the House of Representative's most es


Kind Words 2 takes cozy letter-writing to the city on October 7
Engadget / 6h
Kind Words 2 (lofi city pop) , a game where you send real letters to real people and then wander around a cozy town, is due to hit Steam on October 7. It’s the sequel to Kind Words (lo-fi chill beats to write to) , an award-winning 2019 game from independent Boston studio Popcannibal. Players in the original game had a single bedroom where, backdropped by a sweet lo-fi soundtrack, they wrote and


5 Reasons to Switch to a Family Cell Plan
How-To Geek / 6h
For many people, individual smartphone plans are the way to go, but if you've got multiple people under your roof, a family cell plan probably offers more bang for your buck. There are many reasons you might want to consider switching to a family plan with your carrier.


Portrait of actor James Earl Jones in a scene from Shakespeare’s “The merchant of Venice.” Stamped…
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
Portrait of actor James Earl Jones in a scene from Shakespeare’s “The merchant of Venice.” Stamped on back: “Friedman-Abeles Photographers, Inc., 351 West 54th Street, New York 19, N.Y.” Label on back: “From: Merle Debuskey & Seymour Krawitz, 137 W. 48 St., CI 7-7507. James Earl Jones in a scene from "The merchant of Venice,’ which opens the seventh season of the New York Shakespeare Festival in


Portrait of actor James Earl Jones in a scene from Shakespeare’s “The tempest.” Stamped on back:…
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
Portrait of actor James Earl Jones in a scene from Shakespeare’s “The tempest.” Stamped on back: “Friedman-Abeles Photographers, Inc., 351 West 54th Street, New York 19, N.Y.” Handwritten on back: “James Earl Jones in ‘The tempest.’” E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts, Detroit Public Library


Apple Event 2024: Everything You Need Know in 2 Minutes
Mashable / 6h
Apple’s September event came with a handful of announcements, including the iPhone 16 series, a new Apple Watch, and much more.


Apple Reveals Release Date for iOS 18
How-To Geek / 6h
At the GlowTime event today, Apple once again talked about its upcoming iOS 18 update, but now we finally know when it's coming. Apple also detailed when its planning a wide release of the Apple Intelligence features.


Unlock Your Online Freedom with FreedomBox on Raspberry Pi
81How-To Geek / 6h
Want to host your own chat, wiki, or file storage on a Raspberry Pi in your home? FreedomBox is a free and open-source server solution that makes it easy. Here's how to get FreedomBox up and running.


Spider-Man 4 May Be Directed by Shang-Chi‘s Destin Daniel Cretton
52Gizmodo / 6h
The Marvel vet tops the list for helming the webslinger's next adventure, though nothing has been set in stone yet.


This new keylogger uses Microsoft PowerShell scripts to quietly steal sensitive information — here’s how to protect your data
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
A recent report by CYFIRMA has revealed the emergence of a new keylogger operating via a PowerShell script, a task automation and configuration management framework from Microsoft. A keylogger is a type of malicious software that captures every keystroke on an infected system. By recording keyboard inputs, keyloggers can gather sensitive information such as login credentials , credit card numbers


DOJ claims Google has “trifecta of monopolies” on Day 1 of ad tech trial
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / Karen Dunn, one of the lawyers representing Google, outside of the Albert V. Bryan US Courthouse at the start of a Department of Justice antitrust trial against Google over its advertiing business in Alexandria, Virginia, on September 9, 2024. (credit: SAMUEL CORUM / Contributor | AFP ) On Monday, the US Department of Justice's next monopoly trial against Google started in Virginia—this


These household brands want to redefine what counts as “recyclable”
98Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge (credit: Olga Pankova/Moment via Getty Images) This story was originally published by ProPublica , a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox . Most of the products in the typical kitchen use plastics that are virtually impossible to recycle. The film that acts as a lid on Dole Sunshine fruit bowls,


Unlocked, loaded guns more common among parents who give kids firearm lessons
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / A man helps a boy look at a handgun during the National Rifle Association's Annual Meetings & Exhibits at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis on April 16, 2023. (credit: Getty | Jeremy Hogan ) Gun-owning parents who teach their kids how to responsibly handle and shoot a gun are less likely to store those deadly weapons safely, according to a survey-based study published Monday


Apple AirPods 4 hands-on: Seriously impressive ANC performance
Engadget / 7h
Two models of AirPods were largely expected at today's iPhone 16 event , one of which would add active noise cancellation (ANC) to the "regular" AirPods for the first time. There are other upgrades for the $179 version, but after a brief demo of the ANC setup on the AirPods 4 , I wager the noise-blocking tools will be the key selling point for most people. Apple is using this version of the AirPo


I've Been Using My Phone as a Laptop (Here's What I've Learned)
How-To Geek / 7h
Here are two things most Android owners don't know about their phone: it might have a "desktop mode," and if it does, there's a way to turn it into a laptop. After doing this with both a Motorola and a Samsung Galaxy phone, here's what I've learned.


Apple banks on AI to boost sales of new iPhone 16
79BBC News / 7h
The firm says its new handset has been built for artificial intelligence as it looks to regain its edge.


Voice of Darth Vader – James Earl Jones Passes at 93
Next Big Future / 7h
James Earl Jones was the voice of Darth Vader and also acted in Field of Dreams, Red October and other Jack Ryan Movies. He was also the villain Thulsa Doom in Conan, opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger. His was the deep voice of Star Wars villain Darth Vader and Mufasa, the benevolent leader in The Lion King. ... Read more


iPhone 16 vs. Google Pixel 9: What are the differences?
Mashable / 7h
If you're looking for an iPhone 16 vs. Google Pixel 9 showdown, you've come to the right place. Now that Google and Apple have released their flagship phones for 2024, it's time to compare them. The iPhone 16 and Pixel 9 are both officially here. Since they're technically competitors, let's have a little competition. Which of these phones is better? Is it the ever-reliable iOS device or the one m


'Sketch' review: Tony Hale and D'Arcy Carden get silly in terrific, kid-friendly adventure
Mashable / 7h
Of late, the inner turmoil of little girls has birthed a string of movies about big emotions and monsters. Inside Out 2 introduced Anxiety to the feelings crew , pitching its heroine into adolescent social panic. Imaginary spun a horror story of a forgotten imaginary friend gone vengeful, while Netflix's animated adventure The Imaginary focused on the personal growth of an imaginary friend dreame


Portrait of actor James Earl Jones in a scene from the motion picture, “The great white hope.”…
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
Portrait of actor James Earl Jones in a scene from the motion picture, “The great white hope.” Printed on front: “James Earl Jones, ‘The great white hope,’ Tetragrammaton.” Handwritten on back: “James Earl Jones.” E. Azalia Hackley Collection of African Americans in the Performing Arts, Detroit Public Library


Everything Apple Announced at Its Glowtime Event: iPhone 16, AirPods 4, and More
23Gizmodo / 7h
The iPhone 16 comes with a ‘Camera Control’ button, but perhaps more exciting is a slimmer Apple Watch Series 10 and the return of the AirPods Max.


Check your email: Some Venture X cardholders can get access to select Taylor Swift tickets
The Points Guy / 7h
Through Sept. 11, eligible Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card holders can get early access to select Taylor Swift “The Eras Tour” tickets. Targeted cardholders who receive a code via email can register online to become a Venture X Verified Fan on Ticketmaster for ticket opportunities to three shows: Oct. 20 in Miami Oct. 25 in New Orleans Nov. 3 in Indianapolis Users must register for this


The Biggest Features Coming to iPhones With iOS 18
LifeHacker / 7h
That's a wrap on Apple's big "It's Glowtime" event . Of course, the headlines will talk about the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, the Apple Watch Series 10, and upgrades to AirPods. But don't let iOS news slide under the radar: Apple finally confirmed when iOS 18 will drop, which means we have an ETA for all those new features to hit our iPhones. This is no minor update, to say the least. iOS 18


The AirPods 4 Now Have the AirPods Pro's Best Feature
LifeHacker / 7h
At its iPhone 16 reveal event today , Apple also took the time to refresh some of its AirPods with the new AirPods 4 and a slightly tweaked version of the AirPods Max. Plus, the AirPods Pro 2 are getting some software upgrades, including one that will allow them to act as hearing aids. AirPods 4 With the AirPods 4, there are now two versions of Apple's base-level earbuds, finally replacing the Ai


Elite Member Meltdown After Hotel Forgets ‘Thank You For Your Loyalty’—Is This What Really Matters?
View from the Wing / 7h
I don't care about being thanked . The interaction is usually perfunctory and awkward. I care about a hotel honoring elite benefits. I care about receiving an upgrade if possible, and having the way the hotel's status benefits explained - such as what is the breakfast offering? Missing a thank you might even be preferred . Continue reading ...


Can't Find Your Missing Notes in OneNote? Here's Where to Look
56How-To Geek / 7h
OneNote is one of the best digital notebooks on the market, but that doesn't mean it's perfect. It's prone to disruptive bugs, including some that cause your notes to seemingly disappear. Here's what to do if you encounter this issue.


Fend off the End of Summer With a Smokeless Fire Pit for $100 off
Gizmodo / 7h
Welcoming the fall, this Tiki smokeless wood-burning fire pit is down 25% over at Amazon.


Best ways to redeem British Airways Avios: From flights to Hawaii to island hopping in the Caribbean
33The Points Guy / 7h
British Airways is the largest full-service airline in the United Kingdom and flies to more destinations in the United States than any other European carrier. The airline’s loyalty program , British Airways Executive Club , uses Avios as its currency. With a substantial U.S. route network, excellent airline partners and a loyalty currency that is easy to earn and redeem, British Airways Executive


The New AirPods Pro Is More Than Just Earbuds
28How-To Geek / 7h
Together with the iPhone 16 range and the new Apple Watch entries, Apple also announced new wireless earbuds. The AirPods Pro 2 have arrived with a few new features, including some surprising health-centric additions.


Trump Loses $4 Billion as Truth Social Stock Crashes
100+Futurism / 7h
Wipe House The value of former president Donald Trump's Truth Social meme stock has cratered — in a drop that's wiped out a whopping $4 billion of Trump's personal 114.75 million share stake before he's even free to sell the dodgy stock. Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group hit an all-time low last week , dropping below $18. That's a tiny fraction of what they were worth after the company mer


Why Apple added yet another button to the iPhone 16
35TechCrunch / 7h
With another new iPhone comes another new iPhone button: Camera Control, which was announced at Apple's "Glowtime" event on Monday. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple iOS 18 release date announcement: When you can download it
Mashable / 7h
At its "It's Glowtime" event on Sept. 9, Apple unveiled the new Apple Watch Series 10 , new AirPods , and, yes, the iPhone 16 series . Alongside those new iPhones, Apple is also launching its latest iPhone operating system, iOS 18 . iOS 18 was announced at WWDC back in June, teasing a series of new features. These include new ways to organize your Home Screen, a new customizable Control Center, a


iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro: Here are the biggest differences
27Mashable / 7h
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro just took center stage to fully introduce Apple Intelligence into our lives. During Apple’s September event , we got to see all the big upgrades these smartphone juggernauts deliver. This includes an Action button across all models, an all-new Camera Control button for easy-access camera features, an A18 chipset to power Apple’s generative AI, improved cameras and


Want to transfer your files 9x faster than WeTransfer? This file transfer company is giving away free 10GB of super-fast cloud storage but with a big catch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
MASV has officially launched its new free-tier service , signaling a shift from a trial-based model to a fully functional free product. The company says its move is designed to help media professionals, particularly those dealing with massive amounts of data, streamline their workflows and scale their operations without breaking the bank. By offering up to 10 GB of data transfer per month at no c


Apple’s new MagSafe charger will juice up the iPhone 16 faster than the old accessory can
Engadget / 7h
At its big iPhone 16 event , which also included a new Apple Watch and AirPods , the company snuck in a new MagSafe charging cable . Although there’s nothing to see here if you’re standing pat with an older handset, the new magnetic accessory will boost charging speeds for iPhone 16 owners. 9to5Mac spotted that the new MagSafe charger supports maximum charging speeds of 25W when paired with an iP


Audible recruits voice actors to train audiobook-generating AI
24TechCrunch / 7h
Audible, Amazon’s audiobook business, on Monday announced that it’ll use AI trained on professional narrators’ voices to generate new audiobook recordings. A select, U.S.-based cohort of audiobook narrators will be invited to train AI on their voices starting this week, Audible said. The trained AI will be used to make recordings, and narrators will have […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved


The Apple Watch 10 doubles down on fast charging over longer battery life, and I think that's a mistake
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Apple has announced the Apple Watch Series 10 at its iPhone 16 event , and there’s a lot about it that I really, really like, including the new larger screen, thinner body, and lighter weight. I’m also itching to try the improvements made possible by the new S10 chipset, such as improved call clarity and the Translate app, while the new Jet Black colorway looks awesome. As a keen surfer, the Tide


Climate change was a lot less prominent in this year’s iPhone event
TechCrunch / 8h
The lack of climate announcement's at Apple's annual event shows just how hard meaningful progress on carbon emissions can be, even for one of the world’s most valuable companies. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 15: How are they different?
24Mashable / 8h
This iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 15 face-off will help you understand the differences between the two. The recently dropped iPhone 16 comes with several notable (yet familiar) updates, including a new vertical camera layout. Announced at Apple’s September event , the new iPhone 16 delivers a fresh design with Action and Camera Control buttons, improved camera support for fancier pics, bigger battery cap


AirPods can double as hearing aids now, as Apple commits further to 'hearing health'
Mashable / 8h
"AirPods Pro can help with hearing loss," reads a brand new Apple pop-up when users connect their AirPods Pro 2 devices. "Your AirPods Pro can be used as a clinical-grade hearing aid." That's right. AirPods Pro are now considered an "over-the-counter" option for those in need of external devices for hearing loss, the company unveiled at its keynote "Glowtime" event. "This first-of-its-kind softwa


The best dating apps for lesbians — these are the apps queer women use to find each other in 2024
Mashable / 8h
Online dating as a lesbian can be a joyous experience. Unfortunately, it can also involve having your space invaded by straight people or seeing your ex-girlfriends (and your ex-girlfriends' ex-girlfriends) show up in your feed over and over. Back in 2020, the heteronormative weirdness on the apps got so alienating that many lesbians turned to TikTok as a means of meeting other single lesbians (


Trump Supporters Flood Social Media With Viral Hoax About Migrants Eating Cats and Ducks
58Gizmodo / 8h
Elon Musk helped amplify the far-right lies on his social media platform X.


Apple Announces AirPods 4, and AirPods Max Get a Frustratingly Minor Update
23Gizmodo / 8h
The high-end AirPods 4 retail for $180 and the base model for $130. Both releases are open to pre-order today and will launch on September 20.


How the Apple Watch 10 Compares to the Apple Watch 9
LifeHacker / 8h
I've been closely watching Apple's September 2024 event and making notes on all the new hardware that's been unveiled—and leading the show was the Apple Watch 10, replacing the Apple Watch 9, which launched in 2023. There are quite a few significant changes to talk about this year, and it's one of the more notable upgrades in the history of the Apple Watch (stretching all the way back to 2015). H


Seven Grammar and Language Red Flags to Help You Spot Scam Emails and Texts
LifeHacker / 8h
One increasingly inescapable fact of modern life is fielding endless attempts to scam you —to get your financial details, to spoof your identity, or even to engage you in an improbable romance scam. Scam texts and emails are so ubiquitous, they have become almost invisible. This is a problem, because you’re most vulnerable when your guard is down—that’s one reason why 15% of Americans say someone


YouTube can spot those AI-produced faces and music tracks you're seeing all over
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YouTube is continuing to tapdance ahead of the rush of AI-produced content popping up on the platform with a new set of tools to spot when AI-generated people, voices, and even music appear in videos. The newly upgraded Content ID system is expanding from looking for copyright infringement to looking for synthetic voices performing songs. There are also new ways to spot when deepfake faces are po


Confluent acquires streaming data startup WarpStream
TechCrunch / 8h
Confluent plans to use WarpStream's cloud-native solution to fill out its portfolio by offering a new service (Confluent WarpStream) that can sit in between its fully-managed Confluent Cloud and self-managed Confluent Platform. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


You can now transfer 10 MGM Rewards points for 8 Marriott Bonvoy points
The Points Guy / 8h
Marriott announced in a press release Monday it is expanding its partnership and allowing Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Rewards members to transfer points between the two programs. Members who have linked both their loyalty program accounts can transfer points at a rate of 10 MGM Rewards points for 8 Marriott Bonvoy points. Note that members must convert at least 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy points or MGM Rew


Use These 9 Microsoft Word Tricks to Save Time
How-To Geek / 8h
Microsoft Word offers many ways to save time when creating or editing documents. From shortcuts and templates to AutoCorrect and add-ins, let's look at some tricks that can speed up your workflow when using Microsoft Word.


Whats Going on With the Pixel 9 Pro?
How-To Geek / 8h
The Pixel 9 Pro is here. It's exciting. It's in new colors and shapes. We finally get a full Pro camera in a smaller chassis! But Google wants you to know that this phone is all about AI. Is that a bad thing? And even if it isn't, why are some other problems not being addressed? Find out in this Google Pixel 9 Pro review.


America Now Disassembling Old Nuclear Warheads to Power Nuclear Reactors
26Futurism / 8h
Nuclear and Present Numerous ventures are looking to develop small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) that are smaller and cheaper to build than traditional nuclear plants and can provide an in situ source of l0w-emission electricity. But especially since president Joe Biden signed a ban on the import of Russian-enriched uranium earlier this year, nuclear scientists have had to resort to some highly


Apple sets lower iPhone 16 Pro prices in India
TechCrunch / 8h
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models now start at 119,900 rupees ($1,428) and 144,900 rupees ($1,725) respectively, compared to their iPhone 15 Pro counterparts which were priced at 134,900 rupees ($1,606) and 159,900 rupees ($1,904) at launch. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Everything Apple Announced Today: iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, New AirPods
55Wired / 8h
All the new hardware was unveiled at a splashy media event at the company’s headquarters in Cupertino, California. The new iPhone was the star of the show.


Here's when you can buy all four new iPhone 16 models
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
So when it comes to the iPhone 16 release date and the iPhone 16 Pro release date , it's all very easy: all four models of next-generation Apple phone will be released on September 20. And if you can't wait until then, you can pre-order the iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus , iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max from September 13; check out our guide on iPhone 16 pre-orders . The phones were revealed at


Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs. the competition: Bigger, with more buttons
Engadget / 8h
Apple unveiled a quartet of iPhones on Monday, including the iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. As expected, the updates are largely iterative. The standard models now have the programmable Action button from last year's Pro series , slightly improved battery life and an updated camera module that's stacked vertically instead of diagonally. The Pro phones, meanwhile,


The Franchise Has No Patience for Your Superhero Cinematic Universe
74Gizmodo / 8h
HBO has released a trailer for its new series sticking it to the likes of the MCU and DC's Batman Epic Crime Saga.


Apple Unveils the iPhone 16 With an Extra Button, Bigger Screen, and Apple Intelligence
25Gizmodo / 8h
The iPhone 16 Pro will sport an improved camera stack, but if you were hoping to have the touted Apple Intelligence features at launch, get set to wait.


Ulefone launched the Armor 28 Ultra at IFA 2024 — and we went hands-on with this rather smart rugged phone
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Launched at IFA 2024, the Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra is a rugged Android smartphone loaded with the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chip. I went hands-on with the device, to get a feel for the company’s latest ruggedized phone. Ulefone make some of the best rugged phones we’ve tested – well-built, well-designed, and reliably durable. And while performance isn’t always the fastest, the company’s phones and r


Apple has kind of updated the AirPods Max… but don't get too excited
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
New AirPods Max 2 were heavily rumored for Apple's iPhone 16 event – but it turns out we'll have to make do with some quality-of-life updates to the existing AirPods Max instead. Perhaps the audio industry’s worst-kept secret, major updates to Apple’s AirPods line were heavily touted earlier this year and, true to form, Apple announced the new AirPods 4 and some decent updates to the AirPods Pro


iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 14: Comparing specs, screen size, and price
Mashable / 8h
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple iPhone 16 Pre-order at Apple It's time for a good ol' iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 14 face-off. Apple finally unveiled its next-gen flagship smartphone on Sept. 9 at its "Glowtime" event : iPhone 16. With all the bells and whistles it boasts, including its on-trend Apple Intelligence AI, you may be wondering, "Wow, that iPhone 14 is looking old now." The iPhone 16 come


Apple just announced the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus — here's how to pre-order them
Mashable / 8h
Where to preorder the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus The Apple Store Apple iPhone 16 Starting at $799 The Apple Store Apple iPhone 16 Plus Starting at $899 Apple is all in on AI. CEO Tim Cook kicked off its September 9 event " It's Glowtime " with the announcement that the new iPhone is built from the ground up to support Apple Intelligence . The event centered on the new Apple Watch 10 and AirPods 4, in


Apple's iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have arrived: Preorders start on Sept. 13
Mashable / 8h
UPDATE: Sep. 9, 2024, 4:32 p.m. EDT This article has been updated with more info on what's new with the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. Where to pre-order the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Apple Store iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Starting at $999 Another September is here, which means it's time for the weather to cool down and Apple to release a new iPhone. Though the temperatures may be taking a moment to d


The Apple Watch Series 10 has officially been announced: Here's where to pre-order yours
25Mashable / 8h
Where to pre-order the Apple Watch Series 10 Apple Apple Watch Series 10 from $399 Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (Titanium) from $699 Apple's Sept. 9 "It's Glowtime," event just wrapped, and the company has announced big updates to its extensive lineup of tech products including new iPhones , AirPods, and a brand-new Apple Watch. The keynote kicked off with the announcement of the Apple Watch Serie


IF Nuclear Fission Energy Was Discovered Today it Would Be Hailed as Climate Change Solution
Next Big Future / 8h
Billionaire Venture Investors BG2 (Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley) have dug deep into nuclear fission energy. They had their most recent podcast at Diablo Canyon. The California Diablo Canyon facility has two nuclear plants with a total 2.5 Gigawatts of clean baseload power. The California Diablo Canyon facility was designed for six nuclear plants. If ... Read more


Singapore KrisFlyer Global Redemption sale: 25% off premium economy from North America — but is it worth it?
The Points Guy / 8h
Singapore Airlines ’ Global Redemption sale is back, letting members book award flights for 25% fewer KrisFlyer miles. While transatlantic North American routes are limited to just premium economy flights at select airports, if you’re already looking to book your next 2025 vacation — or find yourself in Asia, Africa, the Southwest Pacific area or Europe and want to add an extra leg to your trip —


Apple iPhone 16 preorders are live this Friday: here's everything you need to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Apple has just confirmed that iPhone 16 preorders will go live this Friday worldwide, so there's not long to wait to get your hands on the latest premium flagships from the brand. The new devices are, as expected, the Apple iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus , iPhone 16 Pro , and iPhone 16 Pro Max . All four carry significant new upgrades to the chipset, cameras, and a host of new AI features that the br


NASA Postpones Upcoming Mars Mission, Citing Delays With Bezos’s Big Rocket
Gizmodo / 9h
New Glenn has been in development for over a decade, but it likely won't be ready for launch next month, posing a problem for NASA.


iPhone 16 Pro hands-on: How does a faux camera control button feel so real?
Engadget / 9h
Apple's latest attempt to slightly differentiate the iPhone 16 series is... a faux button it's calling Camera Control. But unlike last year's new button, this one doesn't actually physically depress, and uses a mix of sensors and haptic feedback to simulate the sensation of movement. And in my brief hands-on right after Apple's iPhone 16 launch event, I have to say I actually thought it was a rea


Apple quietly kills its terrible FineWoven iPhone cases
Engadget / 9h
Hey, there were good intentions! The FineWoven case was pitched, just about a year ago, as a leather substitute. Instead of the environmentally-unfriendly animal byproduct, Apple wanted us to buy cases made from 68 percent post-consumer recycled content. The material looked a little similar to leather in press shots, but the reality was a material that was smooth and scratchy at the same time, a


Apple Intelligence has an official release date – but it won't be on your new iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro at launch
30TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Apple Intelligence , the brand-new AI feature suite coming to the best iPhones , now has an official release window – and we don't have long to wait. Releasing in October as part of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, Apple Intelligence will be available in beta, with more features arriving throughout this year and into 2025. Apple officially announced the arrival of Apple Intelligence


The iPhone 16 Pro Has a Bigger Screen and Camera Button
200+How-To Geek / 9h
It's September, so it's time for a new iPhone. During Apple's "It's Glowtime" event, the company unleashed its new iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Here's what's new, what has changed, how much they'll cost, and everything you need to know.


Bitdefender Security for Creators looks to help content creators and influencers protect all their social media platforms
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Content creators and influencers are increasingly becoming targets for cybercriminals seeking to exploit their influence and reach. In order to help mitigate these threats, Bitdefender has introduced a new service specifically designed to protect the digital assets and online reputation of creators who are exposed to cybercrimes. Bitdefender Security for Creators provides consistent surveillance


Best dating sites for over-40 singles: 10 apps to flirt and fall in love in 2024
Mashable / 9h
Deciding to get back into the dating game can be nerve-wracking at any age. But the stakes may feel a little higher if you're in your 40s. You may assume that people in your demographic either aren't interested in dating or are already settled into long-term relationships. However, according to a recent Pew Research Center analysis of Census Bureau data, as of 2021, nearly 25 percent of 40-someth


How to pre-order the new all-black Apple Watch Ultra 2
Mashable / 9h
PRE-ORDER NOW: Apple announced a black version of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 at its Glowtime event on Sept. 9. It officially comes out on Sept. 20, but you can pre-order it now for $799 . Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 2 (satin black) $799.00 No, Apple isn't discontinuing the Apple Watch Ultra — but it's not giving us the Apple Watch Ultra 3 yet, either. Rather, all Apple coul


Apple's new AirPods 4 and updated AirPods Max are up for preorder
Mashable / 9h
UPDATE: Sep. 9, 2024, 4:25 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with additional details about the new Apple AirPods 4 and AirPods Max. Pre-order the new Apple AirPods: Out Sept. 20 Apple AirPods 4 $129 at the Apple Store Out Sept. 20 Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $179 at the Apple Store Out Sept. 20 Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $549 at the Apple Store How about some new AirPods to g


All the iPhone 16 models compared
32TechCrunch / 9h
All the iPhones now have an action button and a dedicated camera button. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Everything We Know About the Apple Watch Series 10
Gizmodo / 9h
There’s new bigger screen options for larger wrists, plus the Apple Watch Series 10 has sleep apnea detection like the latest Galaxy watches.


How to Catch a Glimpse of NASA’s Orbiting Solar Sail
29Gizmodo / 9h
The spacecraft is a test run of cutting edge materials that use photons from the Sun for propulsion.


Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro: Specs, Features, Price, Release Date
24Wired / 9h
Apple’s new iPhones are primed for the company’s upcoming artificial intelligence features. The new phones also have an interactive shutter button for even better photos.


Here's how the new AirPods 4 compare to the rest of Apple's headphone lineup
Engadget / 9h
Apple gave its AirPods lineup a makeover on Monday, introducing two different pairs of wireless earbuds dubbed the AirPods 4 , a minor refresh for the over-ear AirPods Max and some new features for the existing AirPods Pro. Both models of the fourth-generation AirPods look like slightly smaller versions of the third-gen model from afar, though Apple says the shape has been refined to improve over


Top travel mistakes to avoid during hurricane season
The Points Guy / 9h
Vacations … aren’t they great? There’s nothing like heading to a beautiful tropical island in the Caribbean, Florida or the Gulf Coast in the summer or fall. Vacation can be wonderful — that is, until a seasonal tropical weather event or hurricane hits your destination. Then a vacation can become a huge headache or something even worse. Since the 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be one of th


The 9 Best Features in the New Outlook for Windows
How-To Geek / 9h
Personally, I like the new Outlook for Windows desktop app. As well as offering improvements to some features we already see in the classic Outlook, it includes some long-awaited additions that make it easier to manage your workload, prioritize the things that matter, and speed up your workflow.


Apple will release iOS 18, macOS 15, iPadOS 18, other updates on September 16
60Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple plans to release the next versions of iOS , iPadOS , macOS , and watchOS to the general public on September 16, the company announced via its website following its iPhone-centric product event earlier today. We should also see updates for tvOS and the HomePod operating system on the same date. The new releases bring a number of new features and refinements to Apple’s


Apple updates both of its new iPhones with A18 and A18 Pro chips
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Apple) For the last couple years, Apple has reserved its most significant silicon updates for its iPhone Pro models, while the less expensive non-Pro iPhones have made do with year-old chips. This year, Apple is introducing new A18-series chips for both Pro and non-Pro iPhones, chips which it says are "designed for Apple Intelligence from the ground up." The Apple A18 (no Pro, no


Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro boasts a bigger screen and better camera zoom
51Ars Technica - All content / 9h
These are the new colors and finishes for the iPhone 16 Pro. As expected, Apple announced the new iPhone Pro models today during a livestream: the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3-inch display, and the Max has a 6.9-inch display. That's primarily thanks to thinner borders around the displays. Like the iPhone 15 Pro, the 16 Pro is made of titanium but with a new tex


iPhone 16 gets two new buttons and a new camera layout
42Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The iPhone 16 has a new rear camera arrangement. [credit: Apple ] Apple's new iPhone 16 isn't a revolution by any means, but it's a solid upgrade with a handful of new features (including two new physical buttons), plus better performance and Apple Intelligence support. The design is similar to the iPhone 15 but with a vertical camera arrangement on the back, which helps take more efficient spati


Apple announces $179 AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The AirPods 4. [credit: Apple ] Apple announced the fourth-generation AirPods today during its It's Glowtime event. As you can tell from the gallery above, the AirPods 4 look different from their predecessor. They also have Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) if you're willing to pay extra. Apple said that it mapped and analyzed "thousands" of ear shapes with 3D photogrammetry, laser topography, and


No one wanted these PS5 Concord discs until Sony stopped making them
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
If you paid $40 for the physical edition of Concord , you can make a lot more than that back on eBay. [credit: Kyle Orland ] As recently as a week ago, a new disc copy of Sony's team-based shooter Concord on the PlayStation 5 would set you back about $40 at most retailers . Now that Sony has shut off the game's servers after just two weeks , you might think those now-useless discs would be practi


Apple Watch Series 10 is smaller, thinner, lighter, and has mini-Intelligence
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Apple) The newest Apple Watch is all about a big screen, a thinner case, and lighter metal options, allowing for better typing and easier viewing. Apple's first wide-angle OLED display inside the Series 10 is 40 percent brighter than the Series 9. It allows for a wider variety of viewing angles. Its refresh rate, when idle, can update information from apps and complications once


New multispectral analysis of Voynich manuscript reveals hidden details
49Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / Medieval scholar Lisa Fagin Davis examined multispectral images of 10 pages from the Voynich manuscript. (credit: Lisa Fagin Davis) About 10 years ago, several folios of the mysterious Voynich manuscript were scanned using multispectral imaging. Lisa Fagin Davis, executive director of the Medieval Academy of America, has analyzed those scans and just posted the results , along with a do


Apple Watch Series 10 hands-on: Bigger, lighter and thinner than ever
Engadget / 9h
If you were hoping for three new Apple Watches today , you might be disappointed. However, Apple did reveal the largest Apple Watch display ever on the Series 10 wearable. The device is also thinner, delivering the bigger-but-slimmer update the company loves to give new devices. It's lighter too, so all three of the design changes should make the wearable more comfy to... wear. And of course, the


Pre-order Date Revealed: the Apple iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro
65Gizmodo / 9h
Apple unveiled the long-awaited iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. Pre-orders begin Friday.


U.S. Argues Google Created Ad Tech Monopoly
NYT > Technology / 9h
The tech giant went to court on Monday in a second antitrust trial, this one focused on its dominance in advertising technology software. The case could reshape its business.


Spurned By Elon Musk, Grimes Pledges to Now Worship the Combustion Engine
300+Futurism / 9h
Grime Time Just over a month after appearing in court amid her ongoing custody battle with Elon Musk, Claire "Grimes" Boucher has posted an obvious subtweet about her famous ex while perching atop a Porsche. Posted to the Musk-owned X-formerly-Twitter , the mother of three of the billionaire's children joked that she may join "her sons" — and no, we don't think she's referencing her literal child


Apple will make iOS 18 available to all users on September 16
75TechCrunch / 9h
You will get the iOS 18 update if you have an iPhone XR or later, or iPhone SE (second gen) or later. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple’s Voice Memos app is getting simple multitrack recording
Engadget / 9h
Apple just announced a forthcoming update at today’s iPhone event : multitrack recording inVoice Memos. The demo showed a guitar player laying down a progression and then simply singing on top of it. It looks like the magic stops at two tracks, but there’s a simple editing interface that lets allows for adjustments to each layer. There’s also some algorithmic and machine learning mojo happening u


Marvel Celebrates 85 Years With Its Top 85 MCU Moments
71Gizmodo / 9h
Captain America, Iron Man, and other heroes (and villains) star in this nearly hour-long video commemorating the Marvel Cinematic Universe.


Apple finally unveils a hot pink iPhone
Mashable / 9h
Apple's "Glowtime" — the keynote event outlining the company's new product and hardware innovations — just unveiled a brave new world for the iPhone 16 : Hot. Pink. Apple fans and viewers were on high alert for the chromatic reveal, after rumors circulated that the new shade range would finally embrace the old rainbow-inspired colors of the brand. "PINK IPHONE THIS IS NAWT A DRILL!!!!" wrote one


iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max launch at Apple 'Glowtime' event
20Mashable / 9h
Pre-order the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Best iPhone 16 Pro Pre-Order Deal iPhone 16 Pro Pre-order at Apple (from Sept. 13) Best iPhone 16 Pro Max Pre-Order Deal iPhone 16 Pro Max Pre-order at Apple (from Sept. 13) Apple's iPhone Pro models have grown up. Say hello to the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. As expected, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max offer a more advanced featu


iPhone 16 new 'Camera Control' button makes taking photos more fun
Mashable / 9h
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple iPhone 16 Pre-order at Apple (from Sept. 13) At Apple’s highly anticipated "Glowtime" event on Sept. 9, all eyes were on the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro lineup — and the show's star wasn't just the phone itself but a game-changing new "button" revolutionizing mobile photography: the Camera Control feature. SEE ALSO: iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus unveiled at


Hand your least favorite job over to Shark’s new robot cleaner
Mashable / 9h
Cleaning floors is one of the most time-consuming household chores. If you have pets or kids (or pets and kids), it can also be incredibly unsatisfying — the moment your floors are finally shiny, someone throws some food or runs dirt through the house, and you’re back to square one. It’s the kind of task we really want to hand over to the robots completely, and now, we can. Shark’s new PowerDetec


Apple Watch Series 10 unveiled: What's new for Apple's thinnest, lightest watch yet?
Mashable / 9h
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 Pre-order at Apple The Apple Watch Series 10 was revealed at the tech giant's Sept. 9 "Glowtime" event , alongside the new iPhone 16 series , AirPods 4 , and plenty more . The wearable will come in three colorways: a deep, glossy jet black, warm rose gold, and classic silver aluminum. Here are the new features that give Apple Watch Series


iPhone 16 is getting Apple Intelligence — and it's free
Mashable / 9h
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple iPhone 16 Pre-order at Apple Apple Intelligence is now coming to the iPhone 16 series — and it's free. There was some debate about whether Apple's new suite of AI tools would cost a subscription fee. But VP of Software Craig Federighi confirmed at the Apple event on Monday, that it doesn't cost a thing — besides the actual cost of the iPhone 16 which starts at


Apple to release AI-focused macOS Sequoia on September 16
TechCrunch / 9h
The swift macOS Sequoia release deviates from Apple's usual late September or October timeline for desktop OS updates. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple’s Voice Memos app will soon let you layer vocals on top of music
TechCrunch / 9h
When the upgraded Voice Memos app rolls out, you'll be able to sing over a track you recorded earlier — a guitar track, say — by tapping on a new "layer" button before you hit record. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


The iPhone 16 is Finally Here
How-To Geek / 9h
It's September, which means that Apple is already readying its latest hardware. At its latest hardware event, Apple announced new watches, but the announcements everyone cares the most are, of course, the iPhones. Apple just unveiled the iPhone 16 lineup, and the vanilla iPhone 16 is carrying a lot of changes compared to previous entries.


How to pre-order the new iPhone 16 from the Apple Store
Engadget / 9h
Apple announced its newest lineup of smartphones during the 2024 iPhone 16 launch event on Monday. Four new models will soon hit the streets: The iPhone 16 , the larger iPhone 16 Plus , the high-end iPhone 16 Pro and its big sibling the iPhone 16 Pro Max . Last year, the most notable design change came with the adoption of a USB-C charging port. This year , all four phones are getting a new, mult


Apple unveils the iPhone 16 with iOS 18, Camera Control, and an all-new A18 chipset
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Apple has officially lifted the lid on the iPhone 16 , the cheapest model in a new lineup of iPhones "designed from the ground up for Apple Intelligence ." The key upgrades for the iPhone 16 – which starts at $799 / £799 / AU$1,399 – include the Action Button (as first seen on the iPhone 15 Pro ), an all-new Camera Control button , a new A18 chipset, and Apple Intelligence features. The latter de


The Outdoorsy Fitness Freak’s Best Friend in the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Is Down $110
Gizmodo / 9h
Apple unveils the new color Satin Black, but save $110 on the rugged previous Apple Watch Ultra 2 with GPS and cellular.


Qatar Airways Groundbreaking AI Film: Become The Star Of Your Own Global Adventure!
View from the Wing / 9h
Qatar Airways has a new interactive ad, where you can put yourself in a promotional film using AI. You upload your photo, and get inserted into a romantic travel adventure. Continue reading ...


North Korean spy successfully managed to infiltrate cybersecurity training firm using stolen credentials and a fake VPN — here's how you could avoid becoming a victim
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Remote hiring, once a niche practice, has become the norm for many organizations worldwide. However cybersecurity awareness training company KnowBe4 recently discovered that the convenience of remote hiring comes with significant risks. The company inadvertently hired a North Korean spy, who managed to bypass its security measures, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in modern recruitment proce


iPhone 16's Camera Control button has a new Visual Intelligence feature to compete with Google Lens
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The iPhone 16 was just announced and it has an amazing new Apple Intelligence feature called Visual Intelligence. Revealed at the September Apple event 'Glowtime' , the new incredible AI feature allows you to click the new Camera Control button on the side of the phone and use a multimodal AI to give you search results on the fly. Ever wanted to know what that dog breed walking by is? Sorted. You


The iPhone 16 gets not one but two useful new buttons
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Apple has announced that the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are getting a second new button – a Camera Control button – at its 'Glowtime' iPhone 16 launch event. You can catch up with everything Apple announced at our iPhone 16 event live blog . The new button will join the Action button, which debuted on last year's iPhone 15 Pro models, and which offers easy access to a handful of shortcuts, on al


11 Best Discover Samsung Fall Sale Deals
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Now’s the time to save on phones, tablets, headphones, and other Samsung gadgets.


The Apple Watch Series 10 Has a Whole New Look
22Wired / 10h
On the 10th anniversary of its launch, the Apple Watch is now thinner, lighter, shinier, and blacker than ever.


It’s official! Apple Intelligence is coming to all iPhone 16 models… (and some iPhone 15s, too)
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The worst-kept secret in all of tech is now official: Apple Intelligence is compatible with all iPhone 16 models including the iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus , iPhone 16 Pro , and iPhone 16 Pro Max . Announced at the September 9 Apple event, which you can follow along with in our Apple 'Glowtime' event liveblog , the iPhone 16 lineup is fully compatible with Apple's AI-fuelled features. This news com


With Apple Intelligence, iPhone users will finally get a better Siri
28TechCrunch / 10h
While consumers won't get the full impact of the Siri upgrade until Apple Intelligence launches, Apple promises it will upend the user experience © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro models arrive with 6.3- and 6.9-inch displays, larger battery and new A18 Pro chip
TechCrunch / 10h
The 16 Pro starts at $999, while the Pro Max runs $1,119 and up. Preorder opens Friday. The handsets start shipping on September 20. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple AirPods 4 Has Active Noise Cancelation and USB-C
How-To Geek / 10h
Apple just unveiled the new line of AirPods at todays keynote. The AirPods 4 comes in two variants, one with active noise cancelation (ANC) and the other without. Other than ANC, Apple has also added better Siri interactions, USB-C and wireless charging support, and new listening modes.


iPhone 16 Pro has a DSLR-like camera button and a slightly bigger display
Engadget / 10h
Say hello to the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. Apple’s latest high-end models may look familiar, but they have slightly larger displays than the iPhone 15 Pros: The screen on the iPhone 16 Pro is 6.3 inches and the Pro Max is 6.9 inches, an increase of 0.2 inches in both cases. Mainly, this means the bezels on the 16 Pros are ultra slim. Really, it’s all about the camera button this time around. Bot


Robert Frank. Assembly Plant, Ford - Detroit 1955
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
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iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus unveiled at Apple 'Glowtime' event
Mashable / 10h
Pre-order the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus Best iPhone 16 Pre-Order Deal iPhone 16 Pre-order at Apple (from Sept. 13) Best iPhone 16 Plus Pre-Order Deal iPhone 16 Plus Pre-order at Apple (from Sept. 13) The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are here! As expected, four new iPhones were announced at Apple's Sept. 9 "Glowtime" event on Monday: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 P


The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is now available in black
Mashable / 10h
As well as unveiling the Apple Watch Series 10 , Apple made a relatively minor announcement about its Watch Ultra series at its Sept. 9 "Glowtime" event : There's no Ultra 3, but the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is now available in "satin black." This is the first time the Watch Ultra has been available in multiple colors. SEE ALSO: Apple Event 2024: Everything announced, including iPhone 16, Apple Watch


AirPods 4 announced – here's everything you need to know
Mashable / 10h
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple AirPods 4 $129 at the Apple Store The new iPhone 16 may have taken center stage at Sept. 9's Apple event , but it's not the only new product announcement to watch. Apple also revealed the fourth generation of its Apple AirPods. Allow us to break down all the new details of the new earbuds. SEE ALSO: Apple Event 2024: Everything announced, including iPhone 16, A


Apple Watch Series 10 introduces a new sleep apnea feature
Mashable / 10h
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 Pre-order at Apple Apple's "Glowtime" event kicked off with a dramatic unveiling of its new, sleeker Apple Watch Series 10 , complete with new display, sound, and even health features. Wedged within announcements of a slimmer screen and new watch faces was a brand new, "breakthrough" health sensor that can monitor and alert users who may s


Apple Event 2024: Everything announced, including iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10
35Mashable / 10h
Apple events typically come with lots of news — and the Sept. 2024 "Glowtime" event on Monday delivered. The marquee event from the tech giant promised the new iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, and more. There's almost too much to track when it comes to these big events. But we've got you covered. Here's everything Apple announced and what you need to know, as well as links to in-depth coverage f


AI-powered visual search comes to the iPhone
23TechCrunch / 10h
Visual intelligence will launch along with other Apple Intelligence features in beta in October for U.S. English language users. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple adds a dedicated camera button on iPhone 16
TechCrunch / 10h
Pressing the button for the first time will open the camera app. You press it to take a photo and press and hold to start a video recording. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


AirPods Max Finally Get USB-C and New Colors
How-To Geek / 10h
Apple is busy announcing all sorts of exciting new products today, like the powerful new iPhone 16 Pro. However, the company took a minute to update the AirPods Max, kind of. After four years without much of an update, the AirPods Max now comes with USB-C.


Apple invents its own version of Google Lens called Visual Intelligence
21Engadget / 10h
Apple has introduced a new feature called Visual Intelligence with the iPhone 16, which appears to be the company's answer to Google Lens. Unveiled during its September 2024 event , Visual Intelligence aims to help users interact with the world around them in smarter ways. The new feature is activated by a new touch-sensitive button on the right side of the device called Camera Control. With a cl


No there isn't an Apple Watch Ultra 3 – but you get a slick new colour instead
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
So, at the time of writing, the Glowtime Apple event is in full swing and while we didn't get the tipped Apple Watch Ultra 3 (as was reported ahead of the event ), we have been given a new color for the Apple Watch Ultra 2 : a satin black titanium finish. As the name suggest, it's basically a deep black color with a soft brushed finish. And I think it looks great, despite not being a fan of even


The Pixel Watch 3 Is Great for Casual Fitness Tracking
LifeHacker / 10h
The Pixel Watch 3 (starting at $349.99) is Google’s latest smartwatch, the third in its Pixel line and, according to rumor, perhaps the future of smartwatches for Fitbit fans. (Google has denied the rumor that it’s phasing out the Versa or Sense, but if you go to fitbit.com today, you’ll see a giant banner enticing you to order a Pixel 3. Take that for what you will.) The new Pixel Watch improves


Everything Announced at Apple's iPhone 16 Event
21LifeHacker / 10h
Apple’s big September event is airing as I type, with expectations set for it to introduce the world to the iPhone 16, the Apple Watch 10, the AirPods 4, and maybe some Apple Intelligence goodness. I’ll be updating this article live with the latest news throughout the stream , so check back frequently for a breakdown on Apple’s latest mobile tech lineup as it prepares to take on the likes of the


Apple announces its new A18 and A18 Pro iPhone chips
TechCrunch / 10h
Today, Apple is bringing the new A18 chips to the standard iPhone and also launching a more powerful A18 Pro for its Pro models. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


What are airport slots, and how do they affect your flights?
100+The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. From time to time, covering airlines and airports requires us to throw around a common word with much deeper meaning in the aviation world: slots. It’s a word most often used in “inside baseball” types of aviation conversations. That said, slots matter a lot when it comes to commercial air travel in the U.S. and beyo


Maximize Your Miles: Master the Two-Card Strategy Every Smart Traveler Uses
View from the Wing / 10h
Maximizing credit card rewards requires a strategic two-card approach, focusing on cards that offer more than one point per dollar on spending and allow point combining across different reward programs. Continue reading ...


The Apple Watch 10 gets life-changing sleep apnea detection feature
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
There’s some great news coming from Apple’s It’s Glowtime event for anyone who suffers from disturbed sleep. The newly launched Apple Watch 10 is finally getting the sleep apnea detection feature that has long been predicted to be coming to the wearable range. As someone who suffers from extremely disturbed sleep, this is the feature I’ve been waiting to come to the Apple Watch ever since sleep-t


Apple AirPods 4 options land in two options, one with noise cancelling –here are the differences
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Huge news, AirPods lovers! The Apple AirPods 4 are finally here – in two variants! On top of that, Apple has unveiled significant updates across the entire AirPods lineup. The AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation just made their entrance at Apple's much-vaunted It's Glowtime iPhone 16 event . We shouldn't be surprised; Apple's biggest AirPods launch to date was prophesized earli


Apple Watch Series 10 comes in a gorgeous new Jet Black aluminum finish and a stunning polished titanium option too
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Apple just unveiled the Apple Watch Series 10 , and it comes in some gorgeous new colors that might just tempt you to upgrade – iPhone 7 lovers rejoice! Announced at Apple's 'It's Glowtime' event – you can follow along at our Apple iPhone 16 event liveblog – the new Series 10 comes in a gorgeous Jet Black polished aluminum color alongside the more traditional Rose Gold and Silver we've seen for t


Apple updates AirPods Max headphones with a USB-C port and new colors
TechCrunch / 10h
The updated version of Apple's AirPods Max are still $549, and can be preordered Monday. With a USB-C port, the updated AirPods Max will now match the rest of Apple's product lineup. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Should You Buy a microATX Motherboard? 5 Factors to Consider
100+How-To Geek / 10h
One of the most important decisions you'll have to make when building a PC is which motherboard to get. MicroATX sits neatly between the full-size ATX and tiny Mini-ITX motherboards, making it seem like the perfect middle groundbut is it?


How to Get A.I. Features on an Older iPhone Model (and Skip the Upgrade)
NYT > Technology / 10h
Apple is using Apple Intelligence, a suite of tools for generating images and text, to upsell the iPhone 16. But you can get similar features elsewhere.


Apple's A18 and A18 Pro chips will power the entire iPhone 16 lineup
Engadget / 10h
Apple is giving every iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro model brand new chips, instead of just using last year's hardware in its cheaper phone. The company unveiled the A18 and A18 Pro chips at the iPhone 16 launch event today, and as you'd expect, they're built with Apple Intelligence in mind. The chips offers more memory and a new 16-core Neural Engine, in addition to some incremental performance boo


Apple's AirPods Pro update turns them into a clinical grade hearing aid
66Engadget / 10h
Apple was very busy when it came to AirPods announcements this week. Alongside new fourth-generation AirPods (and an ANC option ) and updated AirPods Max , it's also giving attention to the AirPods Pro, with a focus on hearing health. This leans heavily on hearing loss prevention, with noise levels limited by default, and an app to measure exactly how noisy your surroundings are. Apple notes that


Apple's iPhone 16 gets a camera button, Action button and the A18 chip
100+Engadget / 10h
There are arguably only three sure things in life: death, taxes and a new bunch of iPhones every September. Like clockwork, Apple has revealed this year's iPhone lineup, which is anchored by the iPhone 16 and its larger sibling, the iPhone 16 Plus. Apple has made some alterations to the external design, but the company’s main focus this year is on Apple Intelligence, with the new phones designed


How to pre-order the Apple AirPods 4
Engadget / 10h
During Monday's It's Glowtime iPhone 16 launch event , Apple announced a new generation the AirPods 4 . Last year, when Apple put a USB-C connector in the iPhone 15, it added one to the charging case for the second generation AirPods Pro , too. That's the version Apple is sticking with for now — but the high-end buds are getting a ton of new hearing features as a software update this fall. The Ai


Apple refreshes its AirPods Max with USB-C and new colors
Engadget / 10h
After nearly four years, Apple finally delivered an update to its most premium headphones. But instead of a new generation of AirPods Max, the company simply refreshed the existing over-ear headphones with USB-C support and a handful of new colors. With the same $549 price tag, the updated AirPods Max will maintain their status as Apple’s most expensive AirPods, though the updates are mainly cosm


WhatsApp Has a Major Security Flaw
How-To Geek / 10h
WhatsApp is probably the world's biggest instant messaging service, and despite being owned by Meta, it has some privacy features, such as encryption and "one-time" sending of videos, photos, and voice notes. Someone might have just found a fatal flaw with the latter feature.


Improved SpaceX EVA Suit and Dragon Adapted for EVA
Next Big Future / 10h
There have been many technological improvements and upgrades made to the Crew Dragon Resilience to be used for the Polaris Dawn first commercial EVA. They have been big improvements for the EVA suits. These efforts will also be useful for eventual manned missions to the Moon and Mars. A key improvement is developing EVA suits ... Read more


SpaceX Polaris Dawn Private Space Walk Mission Launches Tomorrow if Weather is Good
Next Big Future / 10h
This is a link to the SpaceX website where they will broadcast live feeds from the Polaris Dawn mission. Weather is currently 40% favorable for liftoff, and conditions at the possible splashdown sites for Dragon’s return to Earth remain a watch item. Tuesday launch is the earliest Targeting no earlier than Tuesday, September 10 for ... Read more


AirPods 4 have a new design and an ANC upgrade option
Engadget / 10h
Apple’s annual iPhone event sure brought the fire on the handset side of things, but the company also announced two new AirPod models to join the ever-growing lineup. There's the standard AirPods 4 and a slightly more high-tech AirPods 4 with ANC. The biggest news is perhaps the addition of USB-C to the charging cases. This finally brings the AirPods in line with the rest of the world and, most i


Apple Watch Series 10 announced with biggest screen yet - yes, including the Ultra!
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Apple has announced the Apple Watch Series 10 at this year's iPhone event , promising to be thinner and lighter than previous Apple Watches with new aluminum and titanium finishes, the new S10 chipset and its biggest screen ever - even bigger than the 49mm Apple Watch Ultra series. Apple Watch Series 10's giant sapphire glass screen offers 30% more screen space than the largest Apple Watch Series


Apple’s iPhone 16 arrives with AI features and devoted camera button, starting at $799
64TechCrunch / 10h
Apple Intelligence was the star of this show, as the new iPhone 16 line joins last year's iPhone 15 Pro models as the only members of the line that can run run the company's new small model offering. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple says AirPods Pro 2 can be used as ‘clinical-grade’ hearing aids
24TechCrunch / 10h
Both the hearing aid feature for AirPods Pro 2 and the hearing test for iOS 18 will launch this fall via a software update in over 100 countries and regions. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple Watch Series 10 Has New OLED Screens and Titanium Options
How-To Geek / 10h
The Apple Watch Series 10 has arrived. It has a thinner design, new color options, an updated OLED screen, and more.


There's no Apple Watch Ultra 3, just a new color and a new band
28Engadget / 10h
At its September 2024 event , Apple didn’t announce a new version of the Apple Watch Ultra like it has done in the past two years. Instead, it updated the Apple Watch Ultra 2 with a new color and a band, as well as several enhancements through watchOS 11. The Ultra 2 now comes in a satin black finish, which, Apple claims, was achieved through a custom blasting process and coated with a diamond-li


Star Wars: Ahsoka Won an Emmy for Its Outstanding Costumes
1KGizmodo / 10h
The win for the Disney+ Lucasfilm series was bittersweet, paying tribute to the talents of late costume designer Shawna Trpcic.


Apple ‘Glowtime’ Event Puts New Apple Watches, iPhone 16 on Full Display
200+NYT > Technology / 10h
The company also showcased a new Apple Watch and AirPods that can reduce noise at concerts or near construction sites.


Apple is adding a sleep apnea detection feature to the Apple Watch Series 10, 9 and Ultra 2
35TechCrunch / 10h
At its Glowtime event on Monday, Apple announced that it’s adding a new Apple Watch feature that can alert users to sleep apnea, a health condition that causes you to stop breathing when you’re asleep. Apple says it expects to receive FDA clearance for the feature “very soon.” The feature will available on the new […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Elon Musk Says Starship, Which Has Never Landed on Earth in One Piece, Will Be Landing on Mars by 2026
500+Futurism / 10h
One Way Ticket SpaceX CEO Elon Musk is infamously terrible at setting deadlines and making predictions — and his latest comments likely aren't any different. Specifically, Musk announced over the weekend that SpaceX's massive Starship rocket will start making regular trips to Mars in a matter of just two years. Needless to say, it's a bold commitment — especially considering Starship has yet to l


Microsoft deliberately chose to use old tech for its Nvidia GPU rival — Maia 100 AI accelerator uses HBM2E memory and the mysterious ability to 'unlock new capabilities' via firmware update
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
At the recent Hot Chips 2024 symposium, Microsoft revealed details about its first-generation custom AI accelerator, the Maia 100, designed for large-scale AI workloads on its Azure platform. Unlike its rivals, Microsoft has opted for older HBM2E memory technology, integrated with the intriguing ability to "unlock new capabilities" via firmware updates. This decision appears to be a strategic mov


Apple upgrades watchOS with AI-powered features, including translation
TechCrunch / 11h
Apple has announced new features for the latest version of watchOS, watchOS 11, including translation and an upgraded Smart Stack. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Apple’s redesigned AirPods 4 feature $179 active noise canceling option, ship September 20
TechCrunch / 11h
The AirPods 4 are available for preorder starting Monday. The base model runs $129, with the active noise canceling models hitting $179. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


How to pre-order the new Apple Watch Series 10
Engadget / 11h
The first bit of hardware news Apple dropped during the It’s Glowtime iPhone 16 launch event on Monday was about the Apple Watch Series 10 . The headline here is the larger screen — now bumped up to 42 or 46mm — paired with an overall thinner design. Our own Billy Steele and Cherlynn Low were on the ground in Cupertino giving us live updates . They also had a chance to put their hands on the new


Which No Annual Fee Chase Ink Business Card Is Best?
One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card or Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card Chase’s portfolio of Ink business credit cards is among the best business cards you’ll find. In particular, there are two great no annual fee options which are incredibly lucrative — the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card ( review ) and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card ( review ). These cards complement t


Apple brings sleep apnea detection to the Watch Series 10
51Engadget / 11h
Apple is bringing sleep apnea detection to the Watch as it tries to push its wearable as a one stop shop for all things health. At the iPhones 16 launch event , the company announced the new Watch Series 10 , highlighting the new feature. If you wear your watch to bed, you’ll get an alert pushed to your phone in the morning if it detects disturbances in your breathing. You will also be urged to v


Forget AirPods – Apple Watch Series 10's new speaker can finally play music
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
During the launch of the Apple Watch Series 10 at the Glowtime Apple event 2024 , Apple announced that the new watch's built-in speakers have been redesigned to finally play your favorite music and podcasts – giving you a back up for when your pick of the best AirPods are out of charge, or if you've left your phone at home and can't rely on its speaker. The Apple Watch having a speaker built-in i


Apple Watch Series 10 features a much larger screen and a much thinner design
30Engadget / 11h
The new Apple Watch is here. A decade after the company revealed its first model, the Apple Watch Series 10 has a bigger screen and thinner design than all its predecessors. The watch also has wider viewing angles and a redesigned speaker. It adds up to the biggest design change since Series 4. Although the company didn’t mention the exact screen sizes in its presentation (or confirm that it come


My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Apple Watch Ultra 2
LifeHacker / 11h
The Apple Watch Ultra 2, which came out last September, is Apple's latest and most expensive smartwatch. As is the case with most Apple flagship products, the discounts aren't massive, but they know they don't need to be for you to buy them. The GPS + Cellular Apple Watch Ultra 2 is currently $689 (originally $799), the lowest price it has been since its release, according to price-checking tools


This Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding Couldn't Be Easier
LifeHacker / 11h
Bread pudding is one of those classic repurpose-excess-bread dishes, like French toast, or strata. It’s something that’s attractive as a homemade dessert because of its utter simplicity for the cook: Cube bread and cover it with a sweet, eggy custard before baking. Well, it’s just gotten even simpler—and a little bit more festive, too. A loaf pan makes more tender bread pudding Bread pudding shou


Chase Sapphire Reserve vs. Amex Gold: A top luxury travel card against a top foodie card
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. When it comes to travel rewards cards, you usually get what you pay for in terms of bonus categories and perks. This is why we usually compare cards within a single category to try to find the best premium rewards card or the best no-annual-fee cards . The problem is that the American Express® Gold Card do


Book Drawings by Aurora Reyes Flores
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
nobrashfestivity : from Bibliofilia novohispana


Everything Apple revealed at the iPhone 16 launch event so far
30Engadget / 11h
September is here and, like clockwork, so is the annual iPhone event . Apple is expected to unveil its latest iPhone models at an event in Cupertino today, which should be the iPhone 16 series of handsets. We’re also expecting to see new Apple Watches and new AirPods, and we’ll hear more about the changes coming in iOS 18 later this year. If you weren't able to catch the announcements live, Engad


Apple Watch Series 10 debuts with bigger screen, thinner display and sleep apnea detection
TechCrunch / 11h
The Apple Watch Series 10 is up to 30% larger and 10% thinner than previous watches. It's available for preorder Monday. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


iPhone 16, Apple Intelligence, AirPods 4 and more: Everything revealed at Apple Event 2024
36TechCrunch / 11h
Apple's lineup of announcements echoed many of the anticipated hardware reveals, including the new iPhone 16, AirPods 4, the Apple Watch Series 10 and more. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Pixel Watch 3 review: Google finally got it right, especially with the battery life
Engadget / 11h
2024 might just be Google’s year – for its Pixel-branded hardware, at least. After impressing us with the Pixel 9 phones , the company is ready to release the Pixel Watch 3. Spoiler alert: It continues the trend of this year’s Pixel hardware feeling more mature and ready to take on the competition than ever. With the introduction of a new larger size and serious battery life improvements, the Pix


Netflix-Owned Game Studio Removes Beloved Indie Title From Itch.io
Gizmodo / 11h
Users have until October 1 to download it before it’s gone forever.


Google Pixel Watch 3 Review: Go Big or Go Home
49Wired / 11h
In the three years since Google decided to revamp Wear OS, the Pixel Watch 3 is the perfect example of how far things have come.


I Screwed Up My 5K Time by Training With the Pixel Watch 3’s AI Running Coach
Wired / 11h
Fitbit’s new fitness features on Google’s latest smartwatch are a great starting point, but training to be a better runner still requires a human touch.


Google Pixel Watch 3 Early Review: Still the Best Smartwatch for the Android Faithful
Gizmodo / 11h
There's no need to go out and update unless you want the larger Pixel Watch 3 offered this round.


U.S., China and other nations convene in Seoul for summit on AI use in military
TechCrunch / 11h
More than 90 nations, including the U.S. and China, will convene at a two-day summit in Seoul starting Monday to attempt to establish a blueprint for the use of AI in the military. As Reuters reports, participants hope to establish minimum guardrails and suggest principles for “responsible” AI deployment aligned with NATO principles. The summit […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pers


6 Ways OneDrive Is Better Than Google Drive
100+How-To Geek / 11h
OneDrive and Google Drive are two of the most popular cloud storage solutions. But if you're deciding between the two, there are a few reasons why OneDrive shines over Google Drive. Let's look at why you might choose it over Google Drive.


Emirates Axes Singapore To Melbourne Fifth Freedom Flight
54One Mile at a Time / 11h
Emirates operates a huge number of fifth freedom routes , ranging from New York to Milan, to Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo, to Male to Colombo, to Bangkok to Hong Kong. The airline has just revealed plans to cut one of its longest standing fifth freedom flights, and I can’t say I’m surprised. Emirates ending Singapore to Melbourne route As reported by The Straits Times , Emirates has revealed that


Battery Maker Northvolt to Cut Costs as E.V. Demand Slumps in Europe
26NYT > Technology / 11h
The Swedish battery manufacturer said it would eliminate jobs and seek partnerships as it grappled with competition from China.


Starliner Is Back on Earth, but Its Crew Remains in Space. What’s Next for Boeing and NASA?
23Gizmodo / 11h
A former astronaut explains what Starliner’s return means for the future of NASA, Boeing’s troubled space program, and the crew left behind on the ISS.


Feds want vehicles to be safer for pedestrians’ heads; new regs proposed
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) America has been getting more and more dangerous for pedestrians over the past few years. It's a trend with several contributing factors— our built environment prioritizes passenger vehicle traffic and encourages speeding, and traffic enforcement is virtually absent in many cities. But it's undeniable that vehicle design—particularly of large pickup trucks and SUVs—


To avoid strike, Boeing promises 25% pay hike—and to build next jet in Seattle
44Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Boeing Factory workers assemble Boeing 787 airliners at the Boeing factory in Everett, WA. (credit: Vince Streano | The Image Bank Unreleased ) Boeing is hoping to avoid a strike Friday with a tentative deal reached Sunday with the Machinists union representing 33,000 of its West Coast employees fighting for better wages and working conditions. If Boeing employees agree to the deal in a


Amazon deal of the day: The Fire HD 10 tablet is back on sale for under $100
Mashable / 11h
Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of Sept. 9: OUR TOP PICK Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet $89.99 at Amazon (save $50) BEST APPLE DEAL Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + Cellular, 49mm) $689 at Amazon (save $110) BEST DYSON DEAL Dyson Pure Cool TP4B $349.99 at Amazon (save $200) BEST SMARTHOME DEAL Amazon Echo (4th gen) $64.99 at Amazon (save $35) BEST SHARK DEAL Shark IZ631H Cordless Pro Vacuum $21


The best iPhone deals we could find before the Apple event
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $100+: As of Sept 9, score $100 or more off a brand-new iPhone before the Apple event . Shop now to find the best offers on all iPhone models. Our top picks: Best iPhone deal overall Apple iPhone 13 (128GB) $549.99 at Best Buy (save $80) Best runner-up iPhone deal Apple iPhone 14 Plus (128GB) $579.99 at Best Buy (save $250 ) Cheapest iPhone deal Renewed Apple iPhone 12 (64GB) $287 at Amazon


Here's Bungie's roadmap for Destiny 2
Engadget / 11h
Today, on the franchise's 10th anniversary, Bungie has released its roadmap Destiny 2. Buckle up, as we have quite some ground to cover. Bungie will now release two expansions a year instead of only one. These expansions won’t be as large, but the team promises to make them interesting. They’ve already begun testing “non-linear campaigns, exploration experiences similar to the Dreaming City or Me


10 Years in, Destiny Survives, Often in Spite of Itself
42Gizmodo / 11h
Bungie's shared world shooter has spent a decade defining triple-A games as we know them and getting caught up in its creator's nonsense.


Watch out ChatGPT — Anthropic launches Claude for Enterprise to get more AI in your work documents
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Anthropic has announced the launch of a business-focused plan for Claude, its family of large language models, which it hopes will give large companies a handy boost for productivity and collaboration. The new Enterprise plan will offer a 500K context window, increased capacity and integration with GitHub in order to support codebase work with Claude. Claude for Enterprise also addresses many of


Tesla Autopilot Worker Horrified by What Job Actually Entails
66Futurism / 12h
Watching the Watchers One of Tesla's unfortunate Autopilot workers learned the hard way that the problematic assisted driving feature comes with a hefty human toll. In an interview with Business Insider , the employee — who was not named to protect their privacy and employment — suggested that surveillance can be daunting at the Buffalo, New York facility where they work. As BI previously reporte


Get Out the Door Faster in the Morning With a ‘Bag Zone’
LifeHacker / 12h
There are levels to purse and bag organization. You have to organize where you store your bags , organize within your bags , and even use the bags you've already organized to organize other stuff in your home. But you should also be organizing the things that regularly go into your bag. By doing that, you'll speed up leaving the house and will stay on track with your overall organization. Create


New Apple AirPods are coming, so current models are on sale now
Mashable / 12h
SAVE UP TO $90: New Apple AirPods are likely on their way, but you can find deals on current models now. Shop a variety of models, including AirPods Max down to $459, saving you $90 for 16% off. Best Apple AirPod deal Best AirPod (2nd gen) deal Apple AirPods (2nd gen) $89.99 at Amazon (Save $40) Best AirPod (3rd gen) deal Apple AirPods (3rd gen) Save $149 at B&H Video (Save $20) Best AirPod Max d


What to Expect in the Trump-Harris Presidential Debate and How to Watch It
35Wired / 12h
Donald Trump is already promoting outlandish conspiracies ahead of Tuesday’s presidential debate with Kamala Harris.


Classic luxury in the French Quarter: A review of Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans
38The Points Guy / 12h
[circuit type=review circuit_id=”8932″] Culturally rich and bursting with personality, New Orleans offers an experience unlike other U.S. cities. You can hear live jazz while sipping a Sazerac, admire scenic French colonial architecture and taste flavorful cuisine — all while taking a stroll through its energetic streets . Coupled with New Orleans’ well-earned reputation as a party-centric adult


Sony introduces two new high-end 4K projectors to add to its powerhouse 2024 AV range
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Sony has announced two new premium 4K projectors, the Bravia Projector 9 and Bravia Projector 8, which are both expected to ship in November 2024. The Bravia Projector 9 (VPL-XW8100ES) and Bravia Projector 8 (VPL-XW6100ES) are native 4K HDR laser projectors that sit at the premium end of the market, with the Braiva Projector 9 priced at $31,999 / £25,999 and the Bravia Projector 8 at $15,999 / £1


Netflix Geeked Week 2024: what is it, start date, live event, full line-up of movies, shows, and videogames, and more
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Netflix Geeked Week 2024 is less than a week away from delivering big reveals about the streaming giant's movie, TV show, and videogame line-ups. Across four days in mid-September, Netflix will provide updates on many of its most popular franchises, as well as news on upcoming projects, a potential surprise or three, and its first-ever Geeked Week live event that I would've loved to attend . As t


Alpha Partners raises $153M third fund for pro-rata investments
30TechCrunch / 12h
Steve Brotman started Alpha Partners in 2014 with a novel idea at the time: investing alongside early-stage VCs to help preserve their ownership in promising companies as they transition to later funding rounds. Alpha’s first fund was a mere $10 million. But as startups started staying private for longer, the VC industry invented various mechanisms […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For


TechCrunch Minute: Another blow to the Internet Archive’s lending library
24TechCrunch / 12h
The Internet Archive’s online lending library recently suffered a big defeat in court. The organization is best known for operating the Wayback Machine, which stores old versions of web pages, a task that’s felt increasingly important as more of the web disappears. But the Archive also operated a digital lending library, called the Open Library, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For per


Cancel Out the World Around You With Beats Studio Pro Headphones for $100 off
Gizmodo / 12h
Save 29% on the premiere noise canceling headphones — the Beats Studio Pro.


How to Use Robocopy to Sync Files on a Drive or Directory in Windows
How-To Geek / 12h
Being able to keep files in two locations synchronized is useful for backing up, sharing files, and staying organized. The Windows robocopy command lets you perform file copy and synchronization from the command line, so that these tasks can be automated and scheduled.


This Phone Saved the Google Pixel
How-To Geek / 12h
The Google Pixel series might look pretty complete in 2024 but it wasn't always like this. The first three instalments in the series weren't as successful in the mainstream than many of us enthusiasts would have liked. Not long after the Pixel 3 series launched, Google announced a new sub-series that would change the game for the line and ultimately picked it up. The Google Pixel 3a is an underra


Iconic Brown Palace Marriott Plunges Into Chaos: Fentanyl, Homeless, And Disruptive Drunks Overrun Denver Landmark
View from the Wing / 12h
Management dropped rates below $100 on some nights – but that attracted a different clientele, “a rise in drunken and disruptive guests.” With reduced revenue, the management company HEI pushed out long-time employees who delivered the high quality service the property was known for. Then “[m]ore homeless people entered the hotel and fentanyl contamination showed up in lobby bathrooms.” The prope


Agatha All Along‘s Name Changes Were Always a Gag
51Gizmodo / 12h
There's still time to change Agatha All Along back to Agatha the Lying Witch with the Great Wardrobe .


X-Ray Footage Captures Freaky Moment Eels Burst Out of a Live Fish
Gizmodo / 12h
It's the first time scientists have observed prey behavior inside a predator's digestive tract.


Apple Watch deals on older generations are worth checking out ahead of the Apple event
Mashable / 12h
Best Apple Watch deals ahead of Monday's event Best Series 9 deal Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) $299 at Amazon (Save $100) Best SE deal Apple Watch SE (Second generation, 40mm, GPS) $189 at Amazon (Save $60) Best Ultra deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, GPS + cellular) $689 at Amazon (Save $110) It's officially the day of Apple's September event , dubbed "It's Glowtime," and we're anticipating an


ESPN's AI-generated recap failed to mention Alex Morgan's final professional match
Mashable / 12h
ESPN's AI-generated recap had one job for U.S. soccer legend Alex Morgan's final professional match. Instead of describing the 15th minute of the game, when Morgan poignantly removed her cleats and walked off the field while tearfully waving to the packed crowd as they chanted her name, the ESPN AI-powered game summary made no mention of Morgan at all. "The recap provides a standard rundown of th


To be more useful, robots need to become lazier
MIT Technology Review / 12h
Robots perceive the world around them very differently from the way humans do. When we walk down the street, we know what we need to pay attention to—passing cars, potential dangers, obstacles in our way—and what we don’t,