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Fly from Europe to New York in business class for 57K points with this new promotion
1KThe Points Guy / 2h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Singapore Airlines has a reputation for offering an exceptional product, but booking long-haul, premium-cabin awards with the airline can be tricky. You can sometimes find award availability using Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan or Air Canada Aeroplan , but you’ll usually find more availability through Singap





Everyone wants the viral AI doll – but it’s a privacy nightmare waiting to happen
45Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Right after the Ghibli-style AI image trend began to wear off, ChatGPT and similar tools found a new way to encourage people to upload their selfies into their system—this time, to make an action figure version of themselves. The drill is always the same. A photo and a few prompts are enough for the AI image generator to turn you into a packaged Barbie-style doll with accessories linked to your j





FCC head Brendan Carr tells Europe to get on board with Starlink
500+Ars Technica - All content / 5h
One of President Donald Trump’s top officials has warned European allies hesitant about working with Elon Musk’s satellite Internet company that they needed to choose between US and Chinese technology. Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr told the Financial Times that “allied western democracies” needed to “focus on the real long-term bogey: the rise of the Chinese Communist party






Deep sea craft filmed unprecedented footage of a colossal squid
Mashable / 4min
Scientists previously captured rare footage of a giant squid . Now, they've filmed another huge squid species — the colossal squid . The first specimens of the colossal squid were formally described by biologists a century ago, in 1925. These deep sea dwellers, which live exclusively in Antarctic waters, are rarely seen, so they're largely mysterious. But the Schmidt Ocean Institute, a well-trave





Is OpenAI building a social network for ChatGPTs viral image generator?
Mashable / 4min
OpenAI is reportedly working on a social media prototype for sharing images generated by ChatGPT . According to The Verge , who spoke with anonymous sources "familiar with the matter," OpenAI is working on a social media feed akin to X that would host ChatGPT-generated images created by users. This would reportedly serve two goals: boosting visibility of ChatGPT's now-viral image generator and se





Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date just days away, per leak
Mashable / 4min
Ever since Nintendo indefinitely delayed pre-orders on the Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. and Canada, Switch gamers have been in limbo. Now, the wait may finally be over. A new leak from Deal Labs' Billbil-kun on Bluesky (via Kotaku ) suggests that U.S. retailers are eyeing either April 21 or April 30 as the official pre-order date. The leaker, who has proven reliable in the past, reports that Can





Tesla Stock Price Reaches ‘Death Cross’ Status
Gizmodo / 5min
Fitting for a CEO who loves to play martyr.





This new Fairmont is a brutalist work of art with a private garden and Prague’s only indoor-outdoor pool
The Points Guy / 6min
On the banks of the picturesque Vltava River, the highly anticipated Fairmont Golden Prague officially opened its doors Tuesday. The 320-room property — which sits on Prague’s celebrated Parizska Boulevard and was one of our most anticipated hotel openings for 2025 — underwent a multimillion-euro renovation bent on preserving original brutalist features like blown glass chandeliers, gilded light





This 11th-Gen Kindle Paperwhite Is Under $100 Right Now
Lifehacker / 9min
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’ve been meaning to grab an e-reader for the first time, this Kindle Paperwhite deal on Woot might be worth a closer look, especially if you don’t mind a gently used product. It’s the 11th Gen model from 2021 , refurbished to Grade-A condition, starting at $89.99 for





Intel sells majority of its FPGA business to Silver Lake for just under $4.5 billion - here's what you need know
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 16min
Intel sells 51% of Altera to Silver Lake for $4.46bn, valuing business at $8.75bn Altera gains independence as largest pure-play FPGA semiconductor company Raghib Hussain named new CEO as Intel shifts its strategic focus Intel, now under the leadership of new CEO Lip-Bu Tan , has been facing a number of challenges in recent years, to the point where it was rumored the tech giant could sell off it





Google adds Veo 2 video generation to Gemini app
Ars Technica - All content / 16min
Google has announced that yet another AI model is coming to Gemini, but this time, it's more than a chatbot. The company's Veo 2 video generator is rolling out to the Gemini app and website, giving paying customers a chance to create short video clips with Google's allegedly state-of-the-art video model. Veo 2 works like other video generators, including OpenAI's Sora —you input text describing t





White House calls NPR and PBS a “grift,” will ask Congress to rescind funding
Ars Technica - All content / 16min
The Trump White House is proposing to eliminate most federal funding for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and issued a statement yesterday alleging that NPR and PBS "spread radical, woke propaganda disguised as 'news.'" "The NPR, PBS grift has ripped us off for too long," the White House statement said. White House budget director Russ Vought drafted a memo fo





The physics of bowling strike after strike
Ars Technica - All content / 16min
More than 45 million people in the US are fans of bowling, with national competitions awarding millions of dollars. Bowlers usually rely on instinct and experience, earned through lots and lots of practice, to boost their strike percentage. A team of physicists has come up with a mathematical model to better predict ball trajectories, outlined in a new paper published in the journal AIP Advances.





4chan has been down since Monday night after “pretty comprehensive own”
100+Ars Technica - All content / 16min
Infamous Internet imageboard and wretched hive of scum and villainy 4chan was apparently hacked at some point Monday evening and remains mostly unreachable as of this writing. DownDetector showed reports of outages spiking at about 10:07 pm Eastern time on Monday, and they've remained elevated since. Posters at Soyjack Party , a rival imageboard that began as a 4chan offshoot, claimed responsibil





Netflix plans to bring streaming into the $1 trillion club by 2030
Ars Technica - All content / 16min
Netflix plans to reach a market capitalization of $1 trillion by 2030 , The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported this week, citing anonymous people who attended an “annual business review meeting” that Netflix held in March. Netflix's current market capitalization is nearly $400 billion. Netflix is reportedly partnering its market cap goals with plans to double revenue within the same time frame. F





The complete guide to Chase Sapphire airport lounges — and how to get access
29The Points Guy / 28min
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with the latest opening dates for new lounges. Credit card issuers compete on many fronts, but one area that has been heating up the most is airport lounges . Chase is in the game with their “Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club.” You’ll need the right credit card to get unlimited access to these lounges, which we’ll go through in this guide. Currently, eigh





Sixth Nurse Diagnosed With Brain Tumor in Possible Cluster at Massachusetts Hospital
Gizmodo / 28min
Mass General Brigham officials say the hospital hasn't found any "environmental risk" behind these cases, though the nurses' union is still conducting its own investigation.





Fedora Linux 42 Is Here With GNOME 48
How-To Geek / 31min
After about a month of testing, the full release of Fedora Linux 42 is finally here, bringing with it a bunch of upgrades and improvements for all of its many spins and editions.





What Are Northern Lights and How Do You See Them?
How-To Geek / 31min
Most everyone knows that the Northern Lights are gorgeous, but what actually is this phenomenon, and where does it come from? The answer involves a lot of science mumbo-jumbo, but don't worry—I'll break it down, and tell you the best way to see the Northern Lights in person.





The Best Ways to Clean Your Dutch Oven (and Prevent New Stains)
Lifehacker / 40min
One of the things a Dutch oven does best is sear and cook "low and slow." Sauces reduce, sugars caramelize, and meats brown with great success in these pots, but your food won’t be the only thing left with a brown crust. The creamy white interior of enameled Dutch ovens can get pretty gunky. Here are some ways to clean stubborn crud, and prevent more from building up. 1. Boiling is your best frie





Notion Mail Uses AI to Wrangle Your Messy Inbox, and It Rules
Gizmodo / 41min
The app is for fans of the Notion note-taking suite, but I'm already feeling a little more organized after churning through my inbox.





Stop doomscrolling and watch the ‘Great Moose Migration’ livestream
TechCrunch / 43min
You could say that TikTok is ruining our attention spans, and yet, viewers around the world are tuning in to watch a monotonous livestream from a Swedish TV station that they’ve probably never heard of. It’s time for the Great Moose Migration. For thousands of years, moose have crossed the Ångerman River each spring, trekking […]





Can GPT-4o Colorize Old Photos? Sort of, but Be Careful!
How-To Geek / 46min
DALL-E has been replaced by a new image-generation engine under GPT-4o, and boy is it a big jump. There seems to be little this new image generation tech can't do, but what about adding color to old black and white photos?





Nanoleaf’s Combo Pegboard and Lamp Is Only Attractive to Moths and Gamers
Gizmodo / 47min
Who would have guessed the next thing my gamer desk needed was a surprisingly practical lava lamp.





The X-Men’s Fabulous Hellfire Gala Is Getting a Belated Eulogy
Gizmodo / 53min
If you've been missing Krakoa and the showy Hellfire Gala, Marvel hopes a special one-shot reminds you of happier times.





Tim Cook Has a Strange Obsession
Futurism / 56min
Apple CEO Tim Cook is far from giving up on virtual and augmented reality headsets, a gadget category that has been rife with setbacks and risky bets that didn't pan out . As Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman reported over the weekend , the tech giant is getting ready to launch not one, but two updated versions of its Vision Pro, a $3,499 mixed-reality headset that has seen sluggish sales and even given w





OpenAI may ‘adjust’ its safeguards if rivals release ‘high-risk’ AI
TechCrunch / 58min
In an update to its Preparedness Framework, the internal framework OpenAI uses to decide whether AI models are safe and what safeguards, if any, are needed during development and release, OpenAI said that it may “adjust” its requirements if a rival AI lab releases a “high-risk” system without comparable safeguards. The change reflects the increasing […]





How to watch Kia's New York International Auto Show presentation on April 16
Engadget / 59min
Kia has teased that it will have a trio of announcements at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. The car company's presentation is scheduled for 10AM ET on April 16. Luckily for those gearheads who want to know what's next for the brand, Kia will have a livestream of its showcase. The reveal will be hosted live on YouTube, and it's also embedded below. The presentation will feature three de





Sheraton Puerto Vallarta Still Hates Gay Weddings, Caught Red-Handed
One Mile at a Time / 1h
You’d think that hotels in Puerto Vallarta would be pretty gay-friendly, because, well… it’s basically the Mykonos or Palm Springs of Mexico. However, one exception seems to be the Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta, which has been caught discriminating against gays, again. Sheraton Puerto Vallarta charges more for gay weddings View from the Wing flags the frustration that a gay couple shared o





Beijing Responds to Tariffs by Outing Alleged NSA Hackers by Name
42Gizmodo / 1h
The United States frequently outs the names of alleged Chinese hackers; China rarely does the same.





Your Android Device Will Soon Automatically Reboot to Protect Itself
Lifehacker / 1h
Android is getting a new security feature that makes it harder for someone to break into your device if it has been lost, stolen, or seized. With the latest Google Play services update , Android phones and tablets will automatically restart (and require a passcode to decrypt) if they remain locked for three consecutive days. How Android auto-restart works Android and iOS devices already revert to





Google Just Raised the Minimum Spec Requirements for Android 15
Lifehacker / 1h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Google started rolling out Android 15 back in October , adding a number of interesting and useful new features to compatible devices. Six months later, the company has decided to increase the minimum spec requirements manufacturers must meet in order for their devices to be eligible for the latest Google software. The good news? It's not that stri





India’s BluSmart swept up in Gensol investigation alleging misuse of EV loans
TechCrunch / 1h
India’s market regulator launched a probe Tuesday into Gensol Engineering after finding alleged misuse of electric vehicle loans. BluSmart, a ride-hailing startup connected to Gensol that was once seen as an emerging Uber rival in the South Asian market, has also been swept up into the investigation. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) […]





Figma sent a cease-and-desist letter to Lovable over the term ‘Dev Mode’
43TechCrunch / 1h
We may be witnessing the makings of a new tech industry feud between competitors. Figma has sent a cease-and-desist letter to popular no-code AI startup Lovable, Figma confirmed to TechCrunch. The letter tells Lovable to stop using the term “Dev Mode” for a new product feature. Figma, which also has a feature called Dev Mode, […]





Someone hacked Silicon Valley crosswalks to spoof Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk
Engadget / 1h
Whether in Ancient Greek parodies, Shakespeare's subtle jabs at the haughty upper class or Jon Stewart's takedowns of the latest Washington absurdities, humor can be a razor-edged weapon that shapes public opinion. Last weekend, we were reminded again of comedy's ability to strike at the rich and powerful when someone hacked Silicon Valley crosswalks to play synthetic voice impersonations of Mark





Disturbing Cryotherapy Incident Leaves Woman Dead and Another Injured
41Gizmodo / 1h
A 29-year-old woman in Paris, France, likely suffocated on Monday evening due to a nitrogen leak from a cryotherapy machine.





Lego just dropped 9 new sets, but as a Star Wars obsessed fan, I'd shop these three first
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
No, it’s not quite May the 4th. We’re still 19 days away from May 4, 2025, which is known to us in the galaxy and those far, far away as Star Wars Day. Even so, that’s not stopping Lego from ushering in nine – yes, nine – new Star Wars sets. You’ll soon use Lego Bricks to build everything from the loveable droid Chopper – as seen in Star Wars: Ahsoka and Star Wars Rebels – to a new Ultimate Colle





The U.S. Wants to Break Up Google and Meta. That Could Be Hard.
NYT > Technology / 1h
For the first time since the late 1990s Microsoft case, federal trials are weighing antitrust breakups, a tactic that harks back to Standard Oil.





Suspected 4chan Hack Could Expose Longtime, Anonymous Admins
200+Wired / 1h
Though the exact details of the situation have not been confirmed, community infighting seems to have spilled out in a breach of the notorious image board.





OpenAI Is Reportedly Building Its Own Social Media Platform
100+Gizmodo / 1h
The project has been described as similar to rival Elon Musk's social media site, X.





Should Nashville’s airport be renamed after Dolly Parton?
The Points Guy / 1h
Dolly Parton fans can already celebrate the country music icon by visiting the Dollywood theme park in Tennessee, staying at her resorts and lodges or booking a stay in her retired tour bus . And now, if the close to 50,000 signers of a Change.org petition get their wish, the airport in Tennessee’s capital will change its name from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Dolly Parton Internation





OpenAI might build its own social network, and we think we know why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
In what we can only assume is a potential thumb in the eye of Elon Musk, Sam Altman's Open AI is reportedly considering building a social network, possibly inside ChatGPT. This comes via a new report from The Verge, which claims this week that the social network possibly being built on top of OpenAI's AI services is only in the "early stages." Still, it could set up ChatGPT and other OpenAI platf





This Limited-Edition 'DOOM' Release Comes In a Box That Runs 'DOOM'
How-To Geek / 1h
A new DOOM re-release from Limited Run Games comes in a box that can run DOOM. Available for $666 on April 18th, the box set is limited to 666 units, so you'll need to wake up early if you're willing to blow the big bucks on what is essentially a collectable meme.





Tony Gilroy and Diego Luna on the Joy of Knowing Andor‘s Inevitable End


22Gizmodo / 2h
The Star Wars showrunner and Rogue One star look back on coming into season 2 already knowing where Cassian's journey would take him.





Zuckerberg Tells Court That Facebook Is No Longer About Connecting With Friends
100+Futurism / 2h
As times change, so do mission statements, especially in the fast-and-loose world of tech. In recent months, we've seen Google walk back its pledge to " do no evil ," and OpenAI quietly delete a policy prohibiting its software's use for " military technology ." Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook is no exception. Its 2008 motto , "Facebook helps you connect and share with the people in your life," is now





A Step-by-Step Guide to Reviving Old Paint
Lifehacker / 2h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you’ve ever painted a room in your house or apartment, you know the pain of storing leftover paint. You pour the excess from the rolling pan into the paint can, you tap the lid back into place with a hammer, and you stick the old can somewhere out of the way, where you promptly forget about it. Then the day comes when you need to touch up the r





How to find the cheapest redemption rates using Flying Blue miles
The Points Guy / 2h
The frequent flyer program of Air France and KLM, Flying Blue , could be the ideal loyalty program for your next redemption. The program offers standard-level transatlantic redemptions from anywhere in the U.S. to anywhere in Europe starting at: 25,000 miles in economy 40,000 miles in premium economy 60,000 miles in business class This means you could book a business-class ticket from the West Co





Sheraton Quoted Gay Couple Thousands More For The Same Wedding Request—So They Ran A Test And Proved It
30View from the Wing / 2h
In 2019, the Sheraton Buganvilias in Puerto Vallarta refusing to host a same sex wedding. Six years later the same property appears to be taking a similar approach. Continue reading ...





The Maldives Banned All Israelis—It Was The Simplest Way To Exclude Most Jews
53View from the Wing / 2h
The Maldives has banned entry into the country by holders of Israeli passports. They say this is in ‘solidarity with the Palestinian cause’ but it is really about Jews. Continue reading ...





Here’s how a satellite ended up as a ghostly apparition on Google Earth
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Dig deep on Google Earth and you'll inevitably find a surprise or two. Maybe you're looking at far-flung islands in the middle of an ocean or checking in on something closer to home. A few years ago, online sleuths found an image of a B-2 stealth bomber in flight over Missouri. The aircraft is smeared in the image because it was in motion, while the farm fields below appear as crisp as any other





You Can Buy an Exoskeleton Today For Less Than You Think
How-To Geek / 2h
As humans, so many things in life can remind us of how frail our flesh is. An injury, an accident, or just the humbling experience of trying to lift something heavy. So why not give yourself a little robotic boost?





Nanoleaf Wants to Change How You Charge Your Tech
How-To Geek / 2h
Charging up your phone or your controller has looked exactly the same for decades—you can plug in a cable or, more recently, you can place it in a charging pad and have it charged wirelessly. This won't fundamentally change that, but at least you'll look cooler doing it.





Nvidia wants to build Nvidia AI supercomputers entirely in the US, but I'm not sure it matters so much
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Nvidia confirms it will fully manufacture its AI supercomputers in the United States Arizona and Texas to host chip and supercomputer production facilities Trump-backed push for onshore tech drives trillions in new investment Nvidia has announced it will manufacture its AI supercomputers entirely in the United States. The company revealed plans to produce $500 billion worth of AI infrastructure i





Anthropic's Claude can now read your emails
Engadget / 2h
Anthropic announced that its Claude AI can integrate with Google Workspace. This tie-in allows the AI assistant to access any information in Gmail, Google Documents and Google Calendar. Enterprise-level customers even get a special cataloguing option for Documents that aims to offer even better speed and accuracy when retrieving information. This update could make Claude more helpful when it come





This Luxury Sedan Costs Less Than a New Honda Accord
How-To Geek / 2h
If you’re shopping for a new car, and you have a budget of close to $30,000, you have a couple of choices. Either you can buy something new and mainstream, like a Honda Accord, or you can take a bit of a risk and get yourself a slightly used ultra-luxury sedan.





OpenAI hires team behind GV-backed AI eval platform Context.ai
TechCrunch / 2h
Context.ai, a startup building evaluations and analytics for AI models, announced Tuesday that its co-founders will join OpenAI. Context.ai plans to wind down its products following the acqui-hire, per a message on the company’s website. When reached for comment, OpenAI declined to reveal the terms of the deal. “Evals are a requirement to building high-performing […]





Internet Cesspool 4chan Is Down After Alleged Hack, Rival Forum Users Claim Credit
28Gizmodo / 2h
Stolen data, proportedly from 4chan, was shared on soyjack.party.





World Of Hyatt & Under Canvas Promotion: Earn 11x Bonus Points
One Mile at a Time / 2h
In 2024, World of Hyatt and Under Canvas launched a partnership , giving members the opportunity to earn and redeem points for some cool outdoor focused lodging options. World of Hyatt has just launched a promotion for Under Canvas stays, which might be a good incentive for some people to give the brand a try. World Of Hyatt incentivizing Under Canvas stays World of Hyatt is offering bonus points





My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: This Meta Quest 3S Bundle
Lifehacker / 2h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Meta has made virtual reality (VR) accessible to many more people, offering good VR headsets for much cheaper than the competition. Right now, the 128GB Meta Quest 3S Batman: Arkham Shado w Bundle is on sale for $269 (originally $299.99), the lowest price it has been, accor





Google bets on geothermal to power data centers in Taiwan
TechCrunch / 2h
Swedish company Baseload Capital is developing the project.





OpenAI is apparently making a social network
Engadget / 2h
It looks like OpenAI is building its own X-like social media network, according to a report by The Verge . We don’t have many specifics, but we do know there’s an internal prototype that adds a social feed to ChatGPT’s image generation tool. It remains unclear if OpenAI will launch this social network as a standalone app or if it will be integrated within the ChatGPT app, which is what the protot





Prehistoric Hearths Reveal Ice Age Hunter-Gatherers Were Masters of the Flame
Gizmodo / 2h
Archaeological records indicate that prehistoric people in Europe relied on fire throughout the Ice Age—but the evidence drops off during its harshest period.





Lucid Gravity 2026 Review: Prices, Specs, Availability
27Wired / 2h
A 450-mile range, prodigious space, 200 miles added in 11 minutes, and zero to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds—this seven-seater is one hell of an SUV, even if it looks like a minivan.





Andor May Continue Its Weirdly Compelling Fascist Romance
34Gizmodo / 2h
Karn and Meero will still be hunting for Cassian Andor, but it looks like they'll also be doing... something else?





Called Out for AI Slop, Andrew Cuomo Blames One-Armed Man
Futurism / 3h
Looking for a patsy, ex-New York governor and current NYC mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo found one: a one-armed man. As the New York Times reports , the aide in question, longtime Cuomo adviser Paul Francis, admitted to using ChatGPT to craft the disgraced former governor 's new, typo-riddled housing policy plan . "It’s very hard to type with one hand," Francis, who had his left arm amputated in





J&J Plans $400 Million in Extra Tariff Costs Even Before Trump’s Drug Tariffs Begin
62Gizmodo / 3h
The price of pharmaceuticals will likely go up soon, and generics are poised to be hit the hardest.





Fedora Linux Now Runs Windows Games (and Other x86 Apps) on ARM PCs
How-To Geek / 3h
Fedora Linux 42 includes an x86 emulation layer for ARM PCs, much like Apple’s Rosetta 2 compatibility layer for Apple Silicon Mac computers. It allows ARM Linux PCs to run many applications and games that haven’t been ported to ARM yet, including Windows software through the Wine compatibility layer.





Hertz Just Had a Serious Data Breach
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Lifehacker / 3h
Heads up: If you've rented a car from Hertz, your data may have been exposed in a data breach. While Hertz itself was not attacked, affected customers had sensitive data leaked—including, in some cases, Social Security numbers. What happened with Hertz? This week, Hertz posted a "Notice of Data Incident" on its website, informing customers about a 2024 episode involving Cleo Communications. Cleo





Comcast rolls out a five-year price guarantee for new internet customers
Engadget / 3h
With America's long-term (and even short-term) economic prospects shifting on Eric Cartman-like whims , some internet providers have begun offering multi-year price guarantees to provide a little stability amid the chaos. A couple of weeks after Verizon introduced a three-year price lock , Comcast has followed suit with a five-year pricing guarantee for new Xfinity residential customers. On the b





Anthropic forms a new team to grow its AWS business
24TechCrunch / 3h
In a sign of Anthropic’s increasingly cozy relationship with Amazon, Anthropic has formed a new team to recruit AWS customers to use its AI products. The team, which Anthropic appears to have begun hiring several months ago, aims to “accelerate” the adoption of Anthropic’s AI among AWS accounts by “building programs that […] scale across […]





Take a peek at what AMD's next generation Venice Zen 6 EPYC CPU CCD looks like as CEO shows its die
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
AMD shows off its first 2nm-class Venice CPU die built using TSMC's N2 node Venice, built on Zen 6, targets high-performance computing workloads AMD and TSMC hope to deepen their collaboration for future innovations AMD has announced it has successfully produced the first 2nm-class silicon for its next-generation EPYC processor, codenamed "Venice" which is expected to launch in 2026 as part of AM





Tax Day scam warning - experts say scammers are using AI-generated voices to impersonate IRS, tax officials
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Scammers are using AI to impersonate IRS workers and scam taxpayers AI is also helping attackers scale rapidly across multiple vectors Microsoft shares some simple tips to protect yourself Scammers are increasingly observed using artificial intelligence to fuel malicious activities, with many opting for AI-generated voice scams and deepfakes to impersonate tax preparers, accountants or IRS offici





A small US city experiments with AI to find out what residents want
MIT Technology Review / 3h
Bowling Green, Kentucky, is home to 75,000 residents who recently wrapped up an experiment in using AI for democracy: Can an online polling platform, powered by machine learning, capture what residents want to see happen in their city? When Doug Gorman, elected leader of the county that includes Bowling Green, took office in 2023, it was the fastest-growing city in the state and projected to doub





Publishing platform Medium says it’s sticking with DEI
TechCrunch / 3h
Publishing platform Medium says it’s still committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), even as many other U.S. tech companies have scaled back their efforts in this space to appease the Trump administration. In a blog post published on Monday, Medium CEO Tony Stubblebine backed the company’s diverse community, saying that businesses shouldn’t have to […]





New to Max? Save up to 20% on a yearly plan with or without ads.
Mashable / 3h
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Get all the Microsoft Office tools you need in one A$80 package
Mashable / 3h
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Japan orders Google to stop alleged antitrust violations on Android phones
Mashable / 3h
Google is under the microscope again — this time in Japan. The country’s Fair Trade Commission has issued a cease-and-desist order against the tech giant, claiming it may have broken Japan’s antitrust laws. SEE ALSO: Google invented new ways to alter movies with AI for The Sphere. It's sure to be controversial. The order, signed Tuesday, alleges that Google pressured Japanese smartphone manufactu





Save $100 on a powerful portable generator with dual fuel options
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Keep the lights on with help from the Explorer Bear 4000 Watts Portable Ultra-Quiet Dual Fuel Generator with CO Sentry by Pulsar , now $499.99 (reg. $599). Opens in a new window Credit: Explorer Bear Explorer Bear 4000 Watts Portable Ultra-Quiet Dual Fuel Generator with CO Sentry by Pulsar $499.99 $599 Save $99.01 Planning some off-grid adventures? Whether you've got some remote plans for





Pan Am Hotel By Hilton Opening In Los Angeles: Cool, But At An Outlet Mall?!
43One Mile at a Time / 3h
As an aviation geek, I’m delighted when I hear of new airline themed hotels opening. Here’s a cool new one , though the exact details make this a little less appealing than I was hoping. Pan Am Hotel opening in 2026, at Citadel Outlets The Pan Am Hotel is expected to open in mid-2026, as part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection. The hotel will be located at the Citadel Outlets, a popular shopping are





Google's Veo 2 AI Video Model Is Now Available for Gemini Advanced Users
Lifehacker / 3h
Google is rolling out a new way to generate videos, as well as animate existing images, using AI. The catch? These videos are really short, and you have to pay to play. On Tuesday, Google announced that Gemini Advanced and Google One AI Premium users can now make AI-generated videos using the company's Veo 2 video model. Google originally unveiled this model back in December , touting the model's





My heavenly stay at The Westin Bora Bora, where you can book an overwater bungalow from 67,000 points
The Points Guy / 3h
[circuit type=roundup circuit_id=”20420189707″] Editor’s note: The Westin Bora Bora provided TPG with a complimentary three-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the hotel’s recent renovation and its amenities. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and weren’t subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. When I was little, my dad’s best friend, Dougla





At Trial, Mark Zuckerberg Avoids Explaining Takeovers of Instagram and WhatsApp
NYT > Technology / 3h
The Meta chief executive, testifying in a landmark antitrust trial, denied he was trying to snuff out competitors.





Get ready for the Amazon Book Sale, coming soon
Mashable / 3h
Amazon just dropped the dates of its next sale, and this time, it's for the book lovers. The Amazon Book Sale runs from April 23 to 28, 2025. The savings will be major, offering up to 80% off of e-books, audiobooks under $8, and up to 65% off of print books. But the best news of all is that early savings are already trickling in. Right now, you can find the Amazon Kindle Scribe for $85 off and th





The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake screenshots leak ahead of possible release
Mashable / 3h
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion blew many minds back in 2006, and it seems like it's getting ready to potentially do the same in 2025. Bethesda's very popular open-world RPG, which singlehandedly sold some Xbox 360s back in the day, seems to be getting a modern remake. This has been rumored for a while, but extremely legitimate-looking screenshots leaked via the backend of developer Virtuos Studio





Grab a refurnished Kindle Paperwhite for under $85 and start turning pages
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $65: A refurbished Kindle Paperwhite (16GB, 11th gen) is down to $84.99 at Woot with discount code FIREFIVE . A brand- new Kindle Paperwhite with the same specs sells for $149.99 at Amazon. That's $65 off the new price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Refurbished Kindle Paperwhite (16GB, 11th gen) $84.99 at Woot $149.99 Save $65.00 with code FIREFIVE We're rounding the corner into summe





Satisfy your caffeine fix with buy one, get one 50% off Starbucks coffee at Target
Mashable / 3h
BOGO 50% OFF: As of April 15, buy one, get 50% off select Starbucks coffee at Target in-store and online. Opens in a new window Credit: Target Buy one, get 50% off select Starbucks coffee In-store and online What's better than a morning cup of coffee? Or a mid-afternoon cup of coffee? Or, well, an anytime cup of coffee? Few things are when you're a big caffeine fan, but trips to Starbucks can sta





Hertz customer data stolen in breach, possibly including licenses, social security numbers
Mashable / 3h
This week car rental company Hertz notified its users of a wide-ranging data breach that exposed some customers' personal information. On Monday, April 14, TechCrunch reported the appearance of a Notice of Data Incident on the Hertz website. According to the notice, personal information including names, contact information, date of birth, credit card information, driver's license information, and





The Life of Chuck trailer teases a big surprise for Stephen King fans
Mashable / 3h
2025 has offered a lot of tantalizing horror already, with such freaky films as the rom-com slasher Heart Eyes , the ultra-violent Stephen King adaptation The Monkey , and Ryan Coogler's awe-inspiring vampire thriller Sinners . But the biggest surprise for horror fans this year might be that The Life of Chuck , the upcoming collaboration between horror auteur Mike Flanagan and prolific author Ste





Google’s Veo 2 video generating model comes to Gemini
TechCrunch / 3h
Google is bringing its Veo 2 video-generating AI model to users who pay for Gemini Advanced, the company’s premium AI plan. The expansion comes as Google looks to deliver an answer to OpenAI’s Sora video generation platform, and as competition in the space grows fiercer. Two weeks ago, one of the more formidable synthetic media […]





Anthropic’s Claude can now read your Gmail
TechCrunch / 3h
Anthropic announced on Tuesday that its AI chatbot, Claude, now integrates with Google Workspace, allowing it to search and reference your emails in Gmail, scheduled events in Google Calendar, and documents in Google Docs. The integration is rolling out in beta first to subscribers to Anthropic’s Max, Team, Enterprise, and Pro plans. Administrators managing multi-user […]





Google brings Veo 2 video generation to Gemini Advanced
Engadget / 3h
Following a limited, four-month preview , Google is making its Veo 2 video generation model available to more people. The company has begun rolling out the tool to Gemini Advanced users, who can use it to create 720p clips that are up to eight seconds long. "The more detailed your description, the more control you have over the final video," Google says of the model. For the time being, Gemini wi





Google’s Powerful AI Video Generator Veo 2 Just Got a Lot More Accessible
Gizmodo / 3h
Veo 2 is about to turn your social media into a feed of AI videos.





Trans Musicians Are Canceling US Tour Dates Due to Trump’s Gender ID Rules
200+Wired / 3h
Two trans Canadian artists are pulling out of US concerts as Donald Trump’s border crackdown sparks ‘panic.’





Notorious image board 4chan hacked and internal data leaked
100+TechCrunch / 3h
The infamous website was taken down and working intermittently, while hackers leaked alleged data like moderators email addresses, and source code.





Huge Number of People Who Used to Like Elon Musk Now Detest Him, Polling Shows
300+Futurism / 3h
Billionaire Elon Musk's popularity has fallen off a cliff — a particularly precipitous decline, because he used to be immensely popular before squandering it. According to the latest polling averages aggregated by statistician Nate Silver , the richest man in the world's favorability is in free-fall, with a mere 39.4 percent of Americans seeing Musk positively, while a majority of 52.7 percent se





Nvidia nudges mainstream gaming PCs forward with RTX 5060 series, starting at $299
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Nvidia is rounding out its GeForce RTX 50-series graphics cards today with the official announcement of the mainstream RTX 5060 series. The company is announcing three new GPUs today: The 5060 Ti will launch on April 16 in both 8GB and 16GB variations, for $379 and $429, respectively. The regular RTX 5060 will follow at some point in May for the same $299 MSRP as the last-generation RTX 4060. It





Android phones will soon reboot themselves after sitting unused for 3 days
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
A silent update rolling out to virtually all Android devices will make your phone more secure, and all you have to do is not touch it for a few days. The new feature implements auto-restart of a locked device, which will make your personal data harder to extract. It's coming as part of a Google Play Services update, though, so there's nothing you can do to speed along the process. Google is prepa





$666 edition of Doom includes game box that, itself, plays Doom
Engadget / 4h
There are physical editions of the iconic shooters Doom and Doom II coming out, thanks to Limited Run Games . All editions ship with both games, but the highlight is something called the Will it Run Edition . This one comes with all kinds of extra goodies, including a game box that actually runs the original Doom . You read that right. Box play Doom . All you have to do is connect a USB controlle





The Life of Chuck Trailer Promises Something Different From Mike Flanagan and Stephen King
34Gizmodo / 4h
Tom Hiddleston and Mark Hamill lead a stacked cast in the not-a-horror-film hitting theaters June 6.





The RTX 5060 Family Is Here, but Skip the 8GB Models
How-To Geek / 4h
NVIDIA's RTX 5060 Ti launches tomorrow, April 16th. The 8GB model has a suggested retail price of $379, while the more desirable 16GB variant is $429. The standard RTX 5060, priced at $299 SRP and limited to 8GB VRAM, will arrive in May.





Whistleblower Reportedly Stalked by Drone Following DOGE Complaint
100+Gizmodo / 4h
After the labor board staffer reported concerning activity, a threatening message was taped to his door including sensitive personal information.





The best Capital One credit cards to add to your wallet
The Points Guy / 4h
Capital One has developed a reputation for offering straightforward rewards credit cards that make earning rewards easy. That’s why I chose the issuer for my very first card. The Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card gave me an affordable, simplistic entry point to travel rewards, and it held a slot in my wallet for over a decade before I upgraded it to the Capital One Venture X Rewards Cred





Deel’s CEO is now in Dubai, complicating Rippling’s lawsuit
TechCrunch / 4h
Rippling’s efforts to serve Deel CEO Alex Bouaziz have been significantly complicated by the fact that Bouaziz and his lawyer are now in Dubai, according to internal correspondence seen by TechCrunch. The UAE is a country with a reputation of being a safe haven for those wanting to avoid extradition. Rippling is trying to serve […]





Witness a dynamic dialogue between two visionary CEOs
TechCrunch / 4h
Step into an extraordinary fireside chat featuring Ali Ghodsi, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Databricks, alongside Dario Amodei, the innovative co-founder and CEO of Anthropic. Discover how their groundbreaking partnership is set to accelerate the evolution of domain-specific AI agents. During this free, virtual event, you’ll also gain exclusive access to three additional sessions […]





EA announces Star Wars: Zero Company, a new turn-based single-player game that seems right up my alley
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
EA reveals first look at Bit Reactor's new single-player, turn-based tactics game Star Wars: Zero Company The game is being developed for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. and will be set during the Clone Wars More details will be revealed at Star Wars Celebration Japan on April 19 EA has announced Star Wars: Zero Company , a new single-player, turn-based tactics game currently in develo





OpenAI is reportedly developing its own X-like social media platform
80TechCrunch / 4h
OpenAI is building its own X-like social media network, according to a new report from The Verge. The project is still in the early stages, but there’s an internal prototype focused on ChatGPT’s image generation that contains a social feed. The report states that it’s unknown if OpenAI plans to launch the social network as a […]





OpenAI ships GPT-4.1 without a safety report
TechCrunch / 4h
On Monday, OpenAI launched a new family of AI models, GPT-4.1, which the company said outperformed some of its existing models on certain tests, particularly benchmarks for programming. However, GPT-4.1 didn’t ship with the safety report that typically accompanies OpenAI’s model releases, known as a model or system card. As of Tuesday morning, OpenAI had […]





Grab Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $60 off at Best Buys Spring Sale
Mashable / 4h
GET $60 OFF: As of April 15, Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds are on sale for $189.99, down from $249.99, at the Best Buy Spring Sale. That's a savings of $60, or 24%. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $189.99 at Best Buy $249.99 Save $60 Apple AirPods Pro 2 bring aspirational tech into your ears, with a wireless charging case, excellent sound, and active noise cancellation. You





Brand new vacuums will probably get more expensive soon, but refurbished Dysons are on sale
Mashable / 4h
SAVE UP TO $200: As of April 15, Walmart has two great refurbished Dyson deals under $400: Save $70 and get the Dyson V8 Origin+ for $179.99 or save $200 and get the Dyson V15 Detect Total Clean for $399.99 A new Dyson vacuum? In this economy? Dysons are already on the expensive end for vacuums, and tariffs could cause Dyson price tags to spike any time now. Dyson has key manufacturing hubs in co





Sophisticated new ResolverRAT malware targeting healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors
9 TTPs•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
Security researchers spot a new trojan called ResolverRAT It comes with advanced obfuscation and persistence mechanisms It targets healthcare and pharma organizations around the world There is a brand new Remote Access Trojan (RAT) making rounds on the internet, infecting organizations around the world working in healthcare and pharmacy. Cybersecurity researchers Morphisec Labs named it ResolverR





Cate Blanchett Claims She’s Giving Up Acting, Citing ‘A Lot of Things’ She’ll Do Instead
100+Gizmodo / 4h
She will diminish, and go into the West, and remain Cate Blanchett.





Here's Why Your Tax Refund May Be a Little Bigger This Year
Lifehacker / 4h
It's officially Tax Day. If you already filed months ago, first off: Good for you. And secondly, you may have already received a pleasant surprise in the form of a slightly larger tax refund compared to last year. According to the most recent IRS report, over $211 billion has been refunded this cycle so far—a 5% increase over last year. On an individual basis, the average direct deposit refund am





Make the Most of Your Tax Refund With the '1/3 Rule'
Lifehacker / 4h
Tax Day is here. Many of us high achievers have already received our tax refunds—and are perhaps enjoying slightly larger checks than expected this year. While it might be tempting to spend that entire sum on a vacation or shopping spree, I recommend a more balanced approach. Enter the "1/3 rule": a simple and effective strategy to maximize the benefits of your tax refund. The 1/3 rule is straigh





Highest-ever Venture X Business welcome bonus — with an eye-watering minimum spending requirement
40The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. After the successful launch of the personal Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card in 2021, Capital One began offering its business counterpart to the public in 2023. Learn more: Capital One Venture X Business with its highest-ever bonus Now, we’re seeing the highest-ever bonus offered on the Capital On





Stern Pinball’s Brand-New King Kong Game Is Totally Bananas
26Wired / 4h
Meet the next pinball game coming to an arcade near you.





Former Tesla supply chain leaders create Atomic, an AI inventory solution
20TechCrunch / 4h
Tesla famously struggled to scale up production of the Model 3 sedan in 2018 — so much so that CEO Elon Musk said his company was weeks away from collapsing. That near-death experience helped spawn a whole new company called Atomic that’s built around using AI to streamline supply chains. Co-founded by former Tesla employees […]





Here’s how Pacific Fusion plans to build a fusion power plant
TechCrunch / 4h
Pacific Fusion also announced the hiring of a key executive from competitor Helion.





Baldur's Gate 3 gains cross-play, a photo mode and more in its final major update
Engadget / 4h
Larian Studios has deployed the final major update for Baldur’s Gate 3 . It's a pretty spicy one too, as the developer is adding a bunch of the community's most-requested changes. Among them is full cross-play support. So, no matter whether you're playing on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S or Mac, you can squad up with your buddies and help each other get through the huge RPG. Another welcome





Dune: Awakening gets pushed back to June
Engadget / 4h
Dune: Awakening , the open-world MMO inspired by Frank Herbert's novels and Denis Villeneuve's films, has been delayed. Developer Funcom said on Tuesday that it needs "a bit more time to cook." Previously slated for May 20 , the game has a new release date of June 10 on Steam. Funcom says the three-week delay will allow it to "act on a lot more of the feedback we know is important to our beta tes





“We Only Give 10 Canadian Dollars”—This Marriott Crossed Out ‘USD’ And Cut Value Of Elite Breakfast To $7.21
View from the Wing / 4h
One guest tweeted a photo of the breakfast coupon at the Courtyard By Marriott Halifax Downtown where the pre-printed US$10 has ‘US’ blacked out, and the property would only honor 10 Canadian dollars (US$7.21) a 29% devaluation. Continue reading ...





8 Coolest Things Astronauts Do in the International Space Station
How-To Geek / 4h
Orbiting 250 miles above Earth, the International Space Station (ISS) is humanity’s home in space and houses astronauts to conduct scientific research and observations. With all of the difficulties, excitement, and strangeness, what do astronauts do day to day?





Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 colors: every rumored and predicted shade
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 will probably land in July, and when it does, you’ll likely have quite a few colors to choose between, as Samsung’s Z Flip phones are usually sold in a wide variety of shades. Exactly what shades will be offered this year is uncertain, but through a combination of leaks and Samsung's past form, we have at least some idea of what to expect. Below then, you’ll find the c





Founders Fund’s new $4.6B fund indicates an era of big VC spending
TechCrunch / 4h
Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund has completed the raise of its third growth fund, according to an SEC filing. Beyond the sum — which is a big step up from its previous $3.4 billion growth fund closed in early 2022 — there’s a couple of other interesting things to note about this raise. For one, it’s more […]





Katy Perry Boasts About Ridiculous Rocket Launch While NASA Is Scrubbing History of Women in Space
100Futurism / 5h
Upon returning to Earth on Monday following her 11-minute trip to Earth's outer atmosphere onboard a Blue Origin spacecraft, pop star Katy Perry — still decked in her custom blue flightsuit and full-coverage glam — told reporters that her brief adventure in low orbit was for "future women." And "Earth." Or both, we guess? "It's about making space for future women and taking up space and belonging





How long do Chase Ultimate Rewards points take to transfer to partner programs?
The Points Guy / 5h
Chase Ultimate Rewards points make an excellent foundation for an award traveler’s portfolio. Like other transferable loyalty currencies , these points can be redeemed for highly valuable awards through airline and hotel transfer partners . As with any transferable points program, an essential aspect of using Chase Ultimate Rewards points is knowing how long it takes to transfer them to whichever





ISPs and robocallers love the FCC plan to “delete” as many rules as possible
59Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Industry groups have submitted deregulatory wishlists for the Federal Communications Commission's " Delete, Delete, Delete " initiative that aims to eliminate as many regulations as possible. Broadband providers that want fewer telecom regulations and debt collectors opposed to robocall rules were among those submitting comments to the FCC in response to Chairman Brendan Carr's request for public





Garmin Slashes Price on Its Top-Selling Smartwatch Vívoactive 5 to Celebrate Tariff Exemption
Gizmodo / 5h
You may be the greatest athlete ever but you're still not going to outlast the Garmin vívoactive 5 Smartwatch.





Amazon dropped the price on the Apple AirPods Max to under $500
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $69.01: As of April 15, shop the Apple AirPods Max for $479.99, down from $549, at Amazon. You'll save $69.01 for 13% off. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $479.99 at Amazon $549 Save $69.01 Apple's flagship over-the-ear headphones, the AirPods Max , have a fun, futuristic design and come in bright hues of blue, orange, and purple. Beyond looks, they're pretty go





Get the Amazon Echo Hub for under $130 and stay connected to your smart home
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $50: The Amazon Echo Hub is on sale for $129.99 at Amazon, down from the normal price of $179.99. That's a 28% discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Hub $129.99 at Amazon $179.99 Save $50 Smart home devices are some of the most convenient upgrades we've seen in tech in the last decade. From video doorbells to smart lighting, our homes have never been better connected. If





MacBook Pro deal alert: Get $400 off at Best Buys Spring Sale
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $400 : As of April 15, the Apple MacBook Pro laptop (M3, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) is on sale for $1,299.00, down from $1,699. That saves you $400, or 24%. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro (M3, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,299 at Best Buy $1,699 Save $400 The MacBook Pro is full of processing power and appeal. Famed for their proficiency with visual processing, video, and sound, these





Amazon deal of the day: The Kindle Scribe is back down to its Big Spring Sale price
Mashable / 5h
Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of April 15: OUR TOP PICK Kinde Scribe (32GB) $339.99 (save $80) BEST APPLE DEAL Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $479.99 (save $69.01) BEST GIFT CARD DEAL Instacart $100 gift card $85 (save $15) BEST HEADPHONES DEAL Bose QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones $229 (save $120) BEST SPEAKER DEAL Amazon Echo Pop $29.99 (save $10 + get free WiZ smart bulb) Ta





4chan is down, reportedly hacked as of April 15
Mashable / 5h
4chan, the controversial imageboard where users can anonymously post anything and everything, is experiencing downtime as of this morning. Thousands of visitors reported outages on Tuesday, according to DownDetector . (Disclosure: Ziff Davis owns both Mashable and Down Detector.) The current speculation among users is that 4chan was hacked by an attacker taking advantage of an exploit in an outda





Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti confirmed for April 16 launch - and while the price looks good, availability certainly doesn't
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Nvidia's long-awaited budget (or perhaps I should say 'budget') RTX 5000 GPUs are finally here, with a last-minute announcement that the RTX 5060 Ti will be dropping on April 16 - yes, that's tomorrow. The pricing is naturally what most people have been waiting to see, and I can confirm that the RTX 5060 Ti will start at a very reasonable $379 / £349 (around AU$595) - although that's for the 8GB





‘Flesh-Eating’ Infections of the Vulva Are on the Rise, Doctors Warn
45Gizmodo / 5h
Doctors in the UK and other countries have reported a rise in cases of necrotizing fasciitis.





10 Affordable Luxury Cars That Are Loaded With Tech Features
How-To Geek / 5h
Looking for a taste of luxury without breaking the bank? These premium rides pack cutting-edge tech, sleek interiors, and upscale vibes—all for less than you'd expect.





Mark Zuckerberg once considered deleting all your Facebook friends
67TechCrunch / 5h
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg once considered deleting everyone’s Facebook friends in an effort to boost the social network’s cultural relevance. This “potentially crazy idea,” as the exec called it at the time, was revealed on Monday as a part of the evidence introduced during the first day of the U.S. government’s antitrust trial against Meta. […]





Google’s New AI Is Trying to Talk to Dolphins—Seriously
Gizmodo / 5h
A new AI model produced by computer scientists in collaboration with dolphin researchers could open the door to two-way animal communication.





Big Tesla update brings 5 new features to its EVs, but not everyone will get them
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Tesla often likes to bundle a number of big software updates into one, with its popular ‘ Holiday Update ’ typically introducing a series of choice tech upgrades to existing customers. The latest over-the-air update, dubbed the ‘Spring Update’, sees a number of new features added across the line-up, with perhaps the most notable of all being Adaptive Headlights for cars in North American and Cana





The Affordable Electric Sedan Rivaling Luxury Brands in 2025
How-To Geek / 5h
If you’re a fan of the traditional sedan, and you’re looking to make the switch to an all-electric model, you may have found that most options on the market cost and arm and a leg. However, you don’t have to opt for the most luxurious models to get the premium feel you crave.





Netflix’s Last Airbender Will Make Some Changes to Toph
28Gizmodo / 5h
Everyone's favorite Earthbender isn't coming to the live-action Avatar show without some adjustments.





Trump Tariffs Could Raise iPhone Prices, But Affordable Options Remain
23NYT > Technology / 5h
Even if gadget prices surge, we have plenty of cheaper options, like buying last year’s phone model instead of the latest and greatest.





The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion remake is real, according to developer screenshots
Engadget / 5h
It looks like that long-rumored remake of Bethesda’s Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion is actually real, according to a report by Eurogamer . There are actual screenshots of the game in action that were published on developer Virtuos' website. Even cooler? Eurogamer suggests that the game will be shadow-dropped next week for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The same report also indicates it’ll be available o





Amazon’s Choice GoPro Alternative, the AKASO Brave 4 Action Camera, Just Hit Its Best Price Yet
Gizmodo / 5h
Capture every wild moment, Akaso Brave 4 action cam just got way more affordable.





How to pay your United credit card’s annual fee with miles
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Did you know that you can pay the annual fee on your United credit card using your airline miles? It’s called “Pay Yourself Back” — but I’m not talking about using your Chase Ultimate Rewards points with the Chase Pay Yourself Back program. Instead, you can pay your card’s annual fee with regular United Ai





Whip up your favorite beverages with $110 off the Ninja Slushi at Woot
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $110: As of April 15, get the Ninja Slushi (Factory Reconditioned) for $239.99 at Woot, down from its usual price of $349.99. That's a discount of 35%. Opens in a new window Credit: Woot Ninja Slushi (Factory Reconditioned) $239.99 at Woot $349.99 Save $110 Summer is slowly creeping up. The weather is getting warmer, and that means you'll want some easy ways to cool off without spending mone





Watch: Meet The Ugly Stepsisters Dr. Esthétique, beauty guru for aspiring princesses
Mashable / 5h
Ready for a gnarly fairytale, full of body horror, dark humor, and sibling rivalry? The Ugly Stepsister will give you all that and more. And the video above gives you a bone-crunching preview. Written and directed by Emilie Blichfeldt, this critically heralded horror movie takes the Cinderella story you thought you knew, and gives it a bloody fresh spin by focusing on the maligned ugly stepsister





Bose QuietComfort headphones just hit their lowest price of the year
Mashable / 5h
SAVE $120: As of April 15, shop the Bose QuietComfort headphones for just $229. That saves you $120 for 34% off. Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort headphones $229 at Amazon $349 Save $120 Bose is an audio leader for good reason. Their products deliver professional sound at a consumer-friendly price. Their collection of products is limited, rather than dozens of models, they kee





League of Legends Season 2: Hello Brawls, bye-bye Voracious Atakhan
Engadget / 5h
Riot Games has unveiled details about the next season for League of Legends . This chapter of the MOBA is themed Spirit Blossom Beyond, and it will bring a temporary new look to Summoner's Rift and several floral cosmetics for the champions. Season 2 will also involve some notable gameplay changes, as well as introducing an all-new game mode called Brawl. LoL is a perpetual balancing act, and the





Notion Mail is a powerful but lightweight email client for busy people
Engadget / 5h
A few years ago, I gave up on my Gmail inbox. I used to be meticulous. I would assign labels to every new email that came in, starring those that I wanted to find later easily. But between a job in journalism and way too much spam, the volume of new messages became unmanageable. And as of this article, I have more than 21,000 unread emails. After trying Notion's new email client, I might have a c





The Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will let players repair their gear, but only if they download an app
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom Nintendo Switch 2 Editions will let players repair their equipment Players will need to download the Zelda Notes app to access the exclusive feature The Daily Bonus offering will give players the chance to repair their weapons The Nintendo Switch 2 versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will give players the ability





Top kidney dialysis firm hit by damaging ransomware attack
5 TTPs•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
DaVita confirms ransomware attack in new SEC form It was forced to shut down parts of its infrastructure to remedy The scope of the attack is not fully known yet DaVita, a major American healthcare company specializing in kidney care, has suffered a ransomware attack that forced it to temporarily suspend parts of its operations. In a new 8-K form filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commissi





Florida wants an encryption backdoor – in the name of children’s safety
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
A bill in Florida could force social media platforms to create encryption backdoors for law enforcement The "Social Media Use By Minors" bill would prevent minors from using or accessing any ephemeral messaging features Privacy experts warn such requirements will make young people less safe online instead Florida is considering a bill that could force all social media platforms that allow account





These 8 photos made me believe the Polaroid Flip is the best analog instant camera on the market
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Polaroid is not in the business of perfection. Its photographs, going back many decades, have a somewhat indescribable look, a graininess and rough-hewn quality so iconic that Instagram copied it (along with the logo) when it launched almost 15 years ago. That legacy of imperfection continues with the Polaroid Flip, the company’s most accomplished and accessible instant camera, which finally deli





You're Missing Out on Hidden Android Updates
Lifehacker / 5h
No matter how much Google has tried over the past couple of years, it's never managed to make Android updates as seamless as iOS updates. On the iPhone, every compatible iPhone across the globe gets the same updates, at the same time. On Android, it's anyone's guess. Google releases the latest and greatest Android updates for Developers and its Pixel devices, and then Android smartphone manufactu





Final days to apply to speak at TechCrunch All Stage
28TechCrunch / 5h
The application to speak at TechCrunch All Stage closes this Friday, April 18 — don’t miss your chance to share hard-won insights with 1,200+ startup founders and VCs. If you’ve been in the trenches and cracked tough growth problems, now’s the time to step up and share your scaling strategies onstage at TC All Stage, […]





Notion releases an AI-powered email client for Gmail
20TechCrunch / 5h
Notion released Notion Mail, an AI-powered email client for Gmail that integrates with the rest of Notion’s workflow management platform, on Tuesday. Notion Mail connects to Notion users’ Gmail accounts and uses AI to help users organize their emails, draft responses, schedule meetings, and search across messages. Any Notion user can sign up, and Notion […]





Reach 1,000+ AI leaders: Host a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI
TechCrunch / 5h
Looking to position your brand in front of the brightest minds in artificial intelligence? Hosting a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week is your opportunity to do just that. Reach 1,200+ attendees and the surrounding Berkeley tech scene. From June 1 to June 7, TechCrunch invites startups, investors, and builders to bring unique and […]





5 Open-Source Alternatives to Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 5h
Finding an open-source alternative to Microsoft Excel depends on what you are trying to accomplish: Are you tracking your monthly groceries, or looking for something to underpin your business processes? Here are some spreadsheet editors for every use-case.





California Nuclear Power Plant Deploys Generative AI Safety System
25Futurism / 5h
America's first nuclear power plant to use artificial intelligence is, ironically, the last operational one in California . As CalMatters reports , the Diablo Canyon power plant is slated to be decommissioned by the end of this decade. In the interim, the plant's owner, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), claims that it's deploying its "Neutron Enterprise" tool — which will be the first nuclear plant





5 reasons to strive for Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite status
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. When you look at the Marriott Bonvoy elite status requirements and benefits, it’s clear Platinum Elite status is the sweet spot. Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status offers many valuable perks that can enhance your stays, including: Room upgrades : Upgrades, including suites, based on availability upon arrival and a





Hilton Surpass vs. Hilton Amex: Is it worth paying $150 for extra perks?
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Hilton is one of the most popular hotel brands in the world. If you’re a fan, you might be considering opening a Hilton cobranded credit card . The Hilton Honors American Express Card is the entry-level option and the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card is the mid-tier option. For those trying to





Maldives Bans Israeli Passport Holders, With Extreme New Law
300+One Mile at a Time / 5h
The Maldives has just introduced what’s sure to be a controversial new travel ban. While the country has been working on introducing this for nearly a year, it has now been signed into law . Maldives bans Israelis, in solidarity with Palestine Mohamed Muizzu, the President of the Maldives, has just signed into law an amendment to the Immigration Act, which expressly prohibits entry into the count





Don't just lock your door: MFA alone is not enough in today's cybersecurity climate
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
The cybersecurity landscape is evolving with serious pace, and organizations are facing increasingly sophisticated threats from attackers who are constantly finding new ways to bypass traditional defenses. For years, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has been heralded as a cornerstone of modern security practices, providing an additional layer of protection beyond passwords. However, as threat ac





LGs brand-new C5 OLED TV already has a discount
Mashable / 6h
SAVE $200: As of April 15, the 55-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch versions of the LG C5 OLED TV released in March are $200 off at Best Buy. Prices range from $1,799.99 to $3,499.99. Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 55-inch C5 OLED 4K TV $1,799.99 at Best Buy $1,999.99 Save $200 TV enthusiasts were likely anticipating the coming of the LG C5 OLED TV mere weeks after the C4 dropped in 2024. The offic





Amazon sold out of these $179 Sony XM5 earbuds, but you can still buy them
Mashable / 6h
SAVE $120: As of April 15, get the Sony WF-1000XM5S Wireless Earbuds for $179.99 at Target, down from their normal price of $299.99. That's a discount of 43%. Opens in a new window Credit: Target Sony WF-1000XM5S Wireless Earbuds $179.99 at Target $299.99 Save $120 If you're looking for a great pair of earbuds, you have options. Apple's AirPods come with a range of excellent options, and there's





Slash $500 off the M3 Apple iMac desktop at Best Buys Spring Sale
Mashable / 6h
GET $500 OFF: As of April 15, the Apple iMac desktop (M3, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) is on sale for $1,099.00, down from $1,599. That's a savings of $500, or 31% off. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac desktop (M3, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 at Best Buy $1,599 Save $500 Your desktop computer needs to perform well for all of your work and play and look great, too. Enter the Apple iMac, a powe





Are Fortnite servers down? Everything we know about the April 15 outage.
Mashable / 6h
Fortnite experienced a hiccup on Tuesday morning, but everything is fine. Players will be back to their Sabrina Carpenter-inspired shenanigans soon. If you're in the U.S. and wanted to get some early-morning battle royale rounds in before work on Tuesday, you're out of luck. Down Detector indicated widespread Fortnite outages starting around 6 a.m. ET and lasting until around 9 a.m. ET at the lat





Google Indoor Nest Security Cam Hits All-Time Low, You’ll Think It’s Black Friday in April
Gizmodo / 6h
Know more and worry less with a Google Nest Cam for 30% off





Lego Is Celebrating Star Wars Day With a Ton of Sets
Gizmodo / 6h
Andor , Revenge of the Sith , Rebels , and a massive new UCS take on Jango Fett's ship headline Lego's Star Wars celebrations next month.





Manjaro Has a New 'Semi-Immutable' Edition You Can Test Right Now
How-To Geek / 6h
If you like trying new and experimental Linux distributions, you should be happy to know Manjaro Linux is officially jumping on the immutable Linux distribution bandwagon with the announcement of Manjaro Summit, in an alpha phase.





These affordable studio wired headphones have big drivers and a frequency range to turn audiophiles' heads – but they're from a revered pro video brand
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Atomos StudioSonic are studio-grade headphones for $199 Large 50mm drivers, with 180º rotating earcups 10Hz to 40kHz frequency range, 105dB sensitivity, 30-ohm impedance Atomos is well known for its high-end video gear for movie-makers, videographers and streamers – and it's just launched an equally hardcore pair of headphones with what looks like a seriously stunning specification. The new Studi





I pitted Galaxy AI’s photo editing tool against Apple Intelligence’s Clean Up, and let’s just say the results aren’t even close
24Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
I’ve been an iPhone user since 2009 when I got my first iPhone 3G, and since then I’ve been a loyal customer, upgrading annually to the best smartphone Apple has to offer. When Samsung released the S25 series of smartphones earlier this year with AI at their core, I knew I had to finally give Android a proper go and see what Google’s mobile operating system was capable of. Over the next few weeks





Nvidia Promises the RTX 5060 Ti Is a 1440p Beast, but Tariffs Could Change That
Gizmodo / 6h
Nvidia's $430 RTX 5060 Ti could be incredible for 1440p gaming, but you should watch out for pricing changes.





How to Use Your Android Phone as a Webcam
Lifehacker / 6h
Sometimes, the best way to solve a problem is sitting right in front of you. If your problem is that you need a webcam, you can try using your Android phone for the job instead of buying a dedicated device. This is especially useful if you have a spare Android phone lying around and you need it for video calls on your PC or Mac. You can also use your primary Android phone as a webcam, but its uti





Windows Notifications Getting Annoying? Change These 5 Settings
How-To Geek / 6h
While Windows notifications keep us informed, a constantly flashing screen filled with pop-ups can quickly become annoying. Thankfully, you don’t have to deal with the distraction. Windows lets you manage and limit notifications to quiet the noise while staying updated on what truly matters.





Couldn’t install Windows 11 24H2 because of your wallpaper? Microsoft has finally lifted blocks on upgrades due to customization apps – with some catches
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Windows 11 24H2 couldn’t be installed by the users of some wallpaper customization apps This was because of compatibility issues with said apps and 24H2 Microsoft has now resolved those problems, for the most part anyway Microsoft has finally lifted a compatibility block preventing some Windows 11 users from upgrading to the latest version of the OS because they had certain third-party wallpaper





The second-gen Kindle Scribe is back on sale for a record-low price
Engadget / 6h
Amazon’s Kindle Scribe is a solid ereader and writing tablet that’s handy for things like scrawling on ebooks and taking notes. The device is back on sale for a record-low price. It’ll currently run you $325, which is $75 or 19 percent off. This deal is for the second-generation model, which Amazon released last year. Our main qualm about the Kindle Scribe 2 was its high price of $400, which has





Helicopter Company Behind Deadly Crash Fights FAA Over Ceasing Operations
67One Mile at a Time / 6h
Last week, we saw a tragic aviation accident in New York , as a sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River. All six people onboard, including the pilot and a family of five, lost their lives. As you’d expect, there’s a thorough investigation taking place into what caused this accident. There’s an update on that front, as it seems that the helicopter company isn’t being particularly coop





Scientists Link Mysterious Icelandic Rocks to ‘Little’ Ice Age—and Rome’s Downfall
21Gizmodo / 6h
The unexpected discovery of Greenland rocks in Iceland hints that a centuries-long cold snap may have helped finish off the Western Roman Empire.





4chan, the internet's most infamous forum, is down following an alleged hack
Engadget / 6h
4chan, the controversial forum known for birthing early meme culture and Gamergate, is down, following an apparent hack. Per Downdetector , reports of an outage began circulating late Monday evening, with users sharing updates on connection issues through the early hours of Tuesday morning. As of the writing of this article, it's possible to access the website following a long delay, but clicking





I went deep with the LG G5 OLED TV, and these 5 viewing experiences show how awesome its picture is
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Our five-star LG G5 review reveals why this has been one of 2025’s most anticipated TVs. With a fresh, new display panel called Primary Tandem RGB OLED (also known as ‘four-stack’ ) it offers increased brightness and more dynamic color than its G4 predecessor, along with deep black levels that hold up in brighter viewing conditions. It’s fair to say I’ve been properly waiting to get my hands on t





A major Google Cloud outage was caused by uninterruptible power supplies being...interrupted
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Google Cloud’s us-east5-c (Columbus, Ohio) zone had a six-hour outage It was caused by a failure to its uninterruptible power supply Over 20 services and some storage disks went down Much like the unsinkable Titanic met its demise when it sank, Google Cloud has recovered from a major outage caused by an interruption to its uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) . The company confirmed that its us-e





PowerA Fusion Pro Wireless Controller Review: Great Sticks
Wired / 6h
PowerA’s premium Xbox controller has excellent party tricks.





Customize Your Samsung With Their Most Popular 'Good Lock' Modules
Lifehacker / 6h
If you have a Samsung Galaxy phone, then you also have access to the Good Lock app from the Galaxy Store or the Play Store . This free app provides a host of extra ways to tweak and customize your handset, above and beyond what you get in One UI, and it covers everything from 3D wallpapers to advanced camera settings. There's a lot to explore in Good Lock, and you can pick and choose from its var





VMware closing a door opens up new VDI possibilities
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
There has been increasing attention on open and closed technologies in relation to the development of AI and large language models (LLMs) in the past few years. Meta released Llama as open source, XAI released GROK-1 and, of course, the open source release of China’s DeepSeek model in recent months has been widely publicized. It’s evident that open source technology benefits from community adopti





Toddler And Dad Trapped 35 Minutes In Delta Lavatory—Crew Tried A Butter Knife, Nearly Diverted—And Said Sorry With 3 Bags Of Sun Chips And 4,000 Miles
View from the Wing / 6h
A Delta Air Lines passenger and his three year old went to the mid-cabin lavatory on flight 68 from Taipei to Seattle. As they finished up, the lavatory door jammed and they couldn't get out. They tried unlocking and relocking it, and pushing on the door, but it stayed stuck. Continue reading ...





Lucid Gravity First Drive: An electric SUV that doesn’t make compromises
25TechCrunch / 6h
Lucid has spent years working on its second EV — a plush van-like SUV designed to be the category killer that could take market share from the likes of other luxury EV and internal combustion people haulers like the Rivian R1S, Cadillac Escalade IQ, BMW X7, and Audi Q8. The Saudi-backed company’s aim was to […]





The New Polaroid Flip Has 4 Camera Lenses for Better Photos
How-To Geek / 6h
If you're a fan of instant cameras, you'll love the latest Polaroid Flip. It features an all-new design yet is reminiscent of iconic models like the old Polaroid 600 Close Up. The new Polaroid Flip has a 4-lens camera system for better photos and several upgrades, and it will be available starting April 29th.





How Linux Exit Codes Help You Write Robust Scripts
How-To Geek / 6h
Every Linux command will print error messages if it fails, but this information is difficult to rely on. Your scripts should make use of exit codes to be as robust as possible.





NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, April 16 (game #675)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Tuesday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, April 15 (game #674) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever





Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, April 16 (game #1178)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Tuesday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, April 15 (game #1177) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still goin





NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, April 16 (game #409)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Tuesday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, April 15 (game #408) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordl





Google Photos is getting a big overhaul - here are 3 new features you should look out for
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
As well as making room for more Gemini, Google has been updating its photo and video sharing service One of the new features includes Google Photos integration in the Gemini app While one of the features is still a rumor, we hope that it will be rolled out soon It’s a busy and certainly an interesting time for Google at the moment, and it’s not just because Gemini is slowly taking over. While the





The OnePlus Watch 3 Mini could be a 43mm smartwatch, but a massive tariff price hike might dampen its appeal
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
OnePlus has confirmed that it will launch a smaller model of its Watch 3 New leaks suggest that it could be a rebadged Oppo Watch X2 Mini That would mean a 43mm chassis, with a cheaper price to match Two new leaks appear to indicate that the promised smaller version of the OnePlus Watch 3 will be a OnePlus Watch 3 Mini that's essentially a rebadged Oppo Watch X2 Mini. The OnePlus Watch 3 is one o





Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones Just Got Cheaper, but Tariffs Could Drive the Price Back Up
Gizmodo / 6h
Enjoy your favorite music and voice calls with these reliable over-the-ear headphones that truly deliver.





Former PlayStation boss says 'Nintendo is losing their identity' as it focuses more on hardware upgrades than innovation
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Nintendo is 'losing their identity' according to former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida Yoshida suggested that Nintendo is more focused on hardware than innovation He says the Switch 2 offering third-party titles for new players is "exciting" but less so for those who already play the same games on multiple platforms Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida thinks "Nintendo is losing their ide





Beats just launched a genuinely useful accessory for your Apple tech – and it's not what you might expect
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
After launching iPhone cases in 2024, Beats is now ushering in cables It's a further expansion into mobile accessories with a focus on affordability and fun colors Beats is making three cable types in two sizes and four colors Beats has already had a packed 2025 with the much-anticipated release of the Powerbeats Pro 2 , but for the tech brand’s second act it’s striking a slightly different tone.





US government contractor Conduent says hackers were able to steal some client files
6 TTPs•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
Conduent has filed a new 8-K form with the SEC It noted a January 2025 breach and said some customer data was taken So far, no groups assumed responsibility for the attack Conduent Incorporated, an American business process services company, has confirmed suffering a cyberattack and a data breach in a new filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In a new 8-K form, Conduent sai





Starship blooper: Windows 10 update gets weirdest bug yet
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
Windows 10 recently got a patch tinkering with the Recovery Environment Some users are seeing an error message saying the patch failed to install In fact, the update installed just fine, and the error message is the error Some Windows 10 users are encountering an error message after applying a fresh patch for the operating system, informing them that the update failed – when in fact it didn’t. Ne





Hurry to snag a $100 Instacart gift card for just $85 at Amazon
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $15: Get a $100 Instacart gift card at Amazon for just $85. That's a 15% discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Instcart $100 Instacart gift card $85 at Amazon $100 Save $15 Saving money on life's essentials is something everyone can get excited about. If you order groceries online for delivery or pickup, there's a great deal in store at Amazon, but you'll need to act fast. As of April 15,





This App Can Change Where Your macOS Notifications Pop Up
Lifehacker / 7h
Notifications on the Mac show up in the top-right corner as a rule. This is fine most of the time, but on large displays you might not notice what's happening in the top-right corner if you're reading a document on the left side of the screen. Wouldn't the notifications be better in the middle, the way they show up on the iPhone and iPad? PingPlace is a free Mac application that will move your no





Chinese police accuse NSA of 'advanced' cyberattacks
Impact (Enterprise TA0040)•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
The city of Harbin says three NSA agents and two universities were involved in attacks on the country's critical infrastructure The attacks allegedly took place during the Asian Winter Games They included running "pre-installed" Windows malware Chinese authorities have accused the US National Security Agency (NSA), and a pair of American universities, of conducting cyberattacks on the country’s c





The seatmaker behind Air France’s La Premiere unveils its new take on business class
The Points Guy / 7h
The company behind Air France’s posh new La Premiere cabin is at it again — this time, with a business-class concept sporting a double bed-style setup for two passengers. Last week in Germany, French seatmaker Stelia unveiled its newest premium accommodations that, it claims, offer passengers much of the moving, stretching and relaxing space more traditionally associated with first class. “We wan





New details just released: Everything we know about Disney Destiny, coming to Disney Cruise Line in late 2025
21The Points Guy / 7h
In late 2025, Disney Cruise Line is setting sail with a new ship … and this time, the villains are invited. If it seems like there was just a new Disney cruise ship, you’d be right. But Disney Cruise Line is on an expansion hot streak, and while it did just send Disney Treasure out on its inaugural season in late 2024, it is ramping up to welcome another ship into the Wish Class, Disney Destiny,





James Cameron thinks VR is the future of cinema, but Meta needs to solve a major content problem first
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
James Cameron sat down with Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth on Bosworth's podcast to talk VR cinema Cameron says VR allows him to finally show his films the way they should be seen He teased the Quest 4, but Bosworth stopped Cameron revealing too much James Cameron, the Hollywood director behind Titanic , The Terminator and Avatar – believes VR headsets are the future of cinema, based on his experienc





Seagate Expansion Card Returns to Black Friday Price, Let Xbox Gamers Skip the Tariff Stress
Gizmodo / 7h
Xbox players can add 1TB to their console for just $130 with Seagate's expansion card.





A Killer Klowns from Outer Space Remake Has Drawn the Eye of an Intriguing A-Lister
34Gizmodo / 7h
Plus, find out which Daredevil: Born Again character is guaranteed to survive tonight's finale.





Your Android Is Getting a New Auto-Reboot Security Feature
How-To Geek / 7h
The next time you grab a spare Android phone or tablet, don't be surprised to find it locked after being rebooted for security reasons. This week, Google started rolling out a new security feature for Android that will automatically restart devices that have been sitting idle for three days or longer.





The 15-inch M3 MacBook Air is $250 off right now
Engadget / 7h
If you have been hemming and hawing over whether to buy a new MacBook, then a current sale might just sway you. Right now, Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air with an M3 chip is down to $1,049 from $1,299 — a 19 percent discount. The deal brings our choice for best budget MacBook to just $50 more than its all-time low price. Apple released the 15-inch MacBook Air with an M3 chip (along with a 13-inch mod





Dad & Toddler Get Trapped In Lavatory On Transpacific Delta Flight
31One Mile at a Time / 7h
A Reddit user shares what sounds like a mighty unpleasant experience on a recent Delta transpacific flight, as flagged by PYOK . I suppose all’s well that ends well, and kudos to both the dad and toddler for having a good attitude about the situation. Pair get trapped in Delta A330neo lavatory for 35 minutes We’d like to think that aircraft lavatories are unlikely to trap people. They can be open





Purple Carrot Meal Kit Review: Worth the Prep Time
Wired / 7h
This adventurous vegan meal kit requires some elbow grease, but it’s (mostly) worth it.





The Garmin Vivoactive 5 Is on Sale for $220 Right Now
Lifehacker / 7h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Garmin Vivoactive 5 is currently going for $219.99 on Amazon—down from its original $299—and it walks the line pretty well for a midrange fitness smartwatch. Garmin Vivoactive 5 $219.99 at Amazon $299.99 Save $80.00 $219.99 at Amazon $299.99 Save $80.00 You get a bright





Prime Video's most chaotic femme fatale is back for Another Simple Favor and I can't wait to find out her deadly secret
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
A Simple Favor introduced us to Emily (Blake Lively) in a deliciously dark comedy thriller. And now she's coming back for Another Simple Favor , and from the newly released trailer it looks like Prime Video may have another campy hit on its hands. How many trailers will you see where a character proclaims that "I'd rather cut my balls off with a rusty knife than go to this wedding"? I do hope he





Japan clamps down on Google's Android app pre-install deals
Engadget / 7h
There's another development in the saga that is governments accusing Google of monopolistic practices favoring its search app and Chrome. The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has issued a cease and desist order to Google , demanding the tech company end all efforts to gain preferential treatment on Android phones. The watchdog alleges that Google required phone makers to preinstall Chrome and G





NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5060 GPU starts at $299, RTX 5060 Ti at $379
Engadget / 7h
At long last, NVIDIA has announced its budget GeForce RTX 50-series, but don't expect any major discounts over the previous models. The RTX 5060 will start at $299, just like the RTX 4060 did when it launched two years ago . Of course, it's unclear how many people will actually be able to nab it at that price, given the volatile nature of the GPU market and further fluctuations from the Trump adm





Fusion power has a fuel problem; Hexium has a laser-powered solution
39TechCrunch / 7h
Hexium has emerged from stealth with $8 million in seed funding.





Why Digital Comics Are the Only Way to Go
How-To Geek / 7h
I developed a love for graphic novels around ten years ago. Back then, I lined a bookshelf with volumes. Now my comics are digital, and I'm enjoying them even more.





Coal Miners Sue Trump Admin After It Halts Black Lung Protections
96Gizmodo / 7h
Coal? Beautiful. Coal miner safety regulations? Not so beautiful.





Phantom Neuro grabs $19M to help amputees put their phantom limbs to use
33TechCrunch / 7h
The science fiction trope of humans superpowered by computer and bionic implants is fast becoming a reality, and today, a startup hoping for a role in how that plays out is announcing some funding. Phantom Neuro, which is developing a wristband-like device that gets implanted under the skin to let a person control prosthetic limbs, […]





Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for April 15th (#674)
How-To Geek / 7h
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.





Tuesday Telescope: Is the James Webb Space Telescope worth $10 billion?
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Was the James Webb Space Telescope worth it? Well, $10 billion is a lot of money. Even when spread over a couple of decades, that's still a huge chunk of NASA's annual science budget. (And given the recent Trump administration attack on NASA's science budget, money is about to get a whole lot tighter.) However, it is difficult to put a price on advancing our species' understanding of the natural





Samsung Is Running Way Behind on Its Android 15 Update
Gizmodo / 7h
The company had to stop the update because of bugs right as Android 16 creeps around the corner.





Amazon Is Practically Giving Away LEGO’s London Skyline Set, Just Matched Its Black Friday Price
Gizmodo / 7h
Save 36% on this 468-piece Lego set featuring London landmarks like the Big Ben and Tower Bridge.





Whoa: American announces free Wi-Fi coming next year
20The Points Guy / 8h
In a stunning change of events, American Airlines has officially announced that it’ll make inflight Wi-Fi connectivity free beginning next year. The Fort Worth-based carrier is teaming up with AT&T to offer flyers complimentary Wi-Fi on all Viasat- and Intelsat-equipped aircraft. Free Wi-Fi will launch in January, with the airline planning to offer the free connectivity exclusively to AAdvantage





DOJ Charges New Mexico Man With Arson Against Tesla Showroom and Republican HQ
Gizmodo / 8h
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has sparked anger for helping President Trump dismantle large parts of the U.S. federal government.





Orange Amps' new noise-cancelling headphones suggest it still hasn't learned Marshall's smartest lesson
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Orange 'O' Edition Mk II ANC headphones announced 40mm drivers, 50-hour battery life, customizable ANC and 10-band EQ $229 / £169 / about AU$352 Orange has announced new headphones, and I think it's missed a key trick again: even if they turn out to be the best headphones ever made, they don't look very Orange. What I mean by that is that Orange is one of the most recognizable brands in audio tha





A new way to cast your phone onto the seatback screen? It exists, but some airlines have concerns
The Points Guy / 8h
If you’re hoping to watch a movie, show or video inflight, your options are fairly straightforward. You can watch what the airline offers on its seatback screens (assuming your plane has screens) or stream something on your own device. But, in the not-too-distant future, some airlines could offer an entirely new option: a way to cast video from your phone, tablet or laptop onto the inflight enter





The Download: tracking the evolution of street drugs, and the next wave of military AI
MIT Technology Review / 8h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. How the federal government is tracking changes in the supply of street drugs In 2021, the Maryland Department of Health and the state police were confronting a crisis: Fatal drug overdoses in the state were at an all-time high, and authorities didn’t know why.





Apple rebrands part of its ads business in major expansion
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Apple rebrands ‘Search Ads’ to ‘Apple Ads’ It says it’s because they’re now available beyond just search results Apple might also be looking to extend its ads into other services Apple has rebranded its ‘Search Ads’ to ‘Apple Ads’ to mark the broader advertising options beyond search results as it looks to generate more income – and help advertisers generate more income – from more sources. Initi





Meta Quest 3S VR Bundle Just Fell to Its Lowest Price Ever, Batman and Meta Quest+ Trial Included
Gizmodo / 8h
Throw in a pair of Touch Plus controllers and a free 3-month trial of Meta Quest+ and this $269 Amazon deal gets even better.





‘It’s not a removal, it’s an evolution’: OnePlus backs decision to ditch the Alert Slider on the OnePlus 13T and future models
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
It’s official: OnePlus is ditching the Alert Slider for an iPhone-style customizable button on the upcoming OnePlus 13T, and although that phone is set to release exclusively in China on April 24, its new shortcut key will surely be a permanent feature of future OnePlus phones globally. The Alert Slider has been a defining feature of the best OnePlus phones , and long-time OnePlus fans will no do





Singapore Airlines Changi Terminal 2 Lounges To Be Renovated & Expanded
25One Mile at a Time / 8h
In recent years, we’ve seen Singapore Airlines renovate all of its lounges at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) Terminal 3, which is the carrier’s primary terminal. However, the airline also operates out of Terminal 2, and as things currently stand, the lounge situation there is pretty underwhelming. So there’s an exciting update , as the airline is fully overhauling its Terminal 2 lounges. Singapor





I hate this 1 thing about cruise embarkation – here’s how I avoid it
23The Points Guy / 8h
Imagine yourself in a roped-off series of lanes, zigzagging back and forth as you shuffle along behind hundreds of other people. You listlessly juggle paperwork and other personal belongings as you creep forward at a glacial pace. All that’s missing is Ben Stein unenthusiastically mumbling “next” in his best “Bueller” voice. No, I’m not talking about an afternoon at the Department of Motor Vehicl





Samsung's One UI 7 rollout could restart today, but it’s already been overshadowed by One UI 8
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
New tipoffs suggest Samsung's One UI 7 delay will be lifted on April 15 Also, new images claim to show an early version of One UI 8 running on a Galaxy Z Fold 6 Samsung has yet to finish rolling out One UI 7 Samsung has already caught a lot of flak for the generationally chaotic rollout of One UI 7, the company’s implementation of Android 15 for Samsung Galaxy phones – and a last-minute delay ann





Watch: Bag Breaks Loose on Southwest Tarmac—Drives in Circles Like It’s Alive [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 8h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...





Don't Sleep on the Deleted Scenes From Your Favorite Shows
How-To Geek / 8h
I used to think that deleted scenes in movies and TV shows were removed for a reason. Maybe the quality wasn't there, or they had major plot holes. But after watching a bunch of them recently, I realized I was seriously missing out.





Chipolo's Pop Bluetooth tracker works with both Apple's and Google's Find My networks
Engadget / 8h
Chipolo has launched a new Bluetooth tracker that works with both Apple Find My and Google Find My Device networks. The Chipolo Pop comes in the same form factor and colors as the Chipolo One, which is one of Engadget's best Bluetooth trackers for 2025. But unlike One that only works with the Chipolo app, the company's Spot line that only works with Apple Find My and its Point-branded trackers th





Minister's X account hacked to promote crypto scam
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39BBC News / 8h
The MP's office says "steps were taken quickly to secure the account and remove misleading posts".





Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 adds a tired office Bangboo that I can seriously relate to
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7 launches on April 23, 2025 It adds a new story chapter, plus two new S-rank agents to play This is on top of new in-game events and gameplay modes Zenless Zone Zero Version 1.7, or 'Bury Your Tears with the Past', will launch next week on April 23 and brings a wealth of new content to the popular urban fantasy game. Foremost, the update introduces a new story chapter





Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) are down by $70 in Best Buys Spring Sale
Mashable / 8h
SAVE $70: As of April 15, Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) are on sale for $479.99 at Best Buy. That's 13% off their list price of $549.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $479.99 at Best Buy $549.99 Save $70 If you've been looking to get new headphones or earbuds , there are quite a few deals available right now that are worth checking out. Best Buy in particular has plent





Your favourite clothes should last a lifetime – here’s how Miele’s 2025 laundry range helps
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Washing and drying your clothes is a regular part of household chores and cleaning. But as the cost of living continues to rise, many people are having to cut back on household tasks to keep energy costs down and save money on monthly bills. One of the most common areas that people look at to make cuts is laundry, as it's often seen as something that racks up energy usage and prices – but that’s





The JBL Xtreme 4 portable speaker is on sale for $80 off at Best Buy
Mashable / 9h
SAVE $80: As of April 15, the JBL Xtreme 4 portable speaker is on sale for $299.99 at Best Buy. That's 21% off its list price of $379.99. Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Xtreme 4 Portable Bluetooth Speaker $299.99 at Best Buy $379.99 Save $80 Spring Sales are still going strong over at Best Buy, as the retailer has quite a few items on offer right now that are worth checking out. If you've





Consoles in the US could be hit with a 145% tariff, which means the Nintendo Switch 2 might get even pricier
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Game consoles like the Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly be hit by a 145% US tariff on goods made in China An internal assessment memo by a "major Apple and Nintendo supplier" states that electronics made in China will be impacted by the ongoing trade war Certain tech products were initially exempt from "reciprocal" tariffs, but the Trump administration has now confirmed otherwise The Nintendo Sw





Google Gemini update for Wear OS spotted – here’s what the AI voice assistant will do
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Google is bringing Gemini to Wear OS It's part of a broader rollout to replace Google Assistant across its ecosystem The AI assistant has been spotted again, this time in code for Google's Wear OS Assistant app Google is planning to replace Assistant across its ecosystem with its potent Gemini AI , and Wear OS could be the next platform to get the treatment, with code suggesting the upgrade could





Killzone and Horizon Zero Dawn's composer would 'love' to be involved in a new Killzone game: 'It's been long enough for me to come back to it again'
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Composer Joris de Man has said he would "love to be onboard" for another Killzone game De Man thinks Guerrilla Games is focused on its Horizon Zero Dawn series right now The Killzone composer thinks "it's been long enough" for him to come back for another entry Joris de Man, the composer best known for Guerrilla Games' Killzone and Horizon series, has expressed interest in returning to create the





The Morning After: Electronics got a temporary US tariff exemption
Engadget / 9h
Just before the weekend, the US Customs and Border Protection published a list of products excluded from Trump’s tariffs , including smartphones, PCs, memory chips and let’s say 80 percent of everything we write about at Engadget. However, that’s more because they’ll be siloed into a specific product category. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said in an interview on Sunday: “Those products are g





Polaroid Flip Review: The Best Polaroid for Most People
Wired / 9h
The new Polaroid Flip comes loaded with features to help bring some much-needed reliability to instant photography—without making it sterile.





A New Mexico Man Faces Federal Charges for Allegedly Setting Fire to a Tesla Showroom
100+Wired / 9h
Jamison Wagner was also charged with an alleged arson attack on the New Mexico Republican Party’s office.





This Crayola-inspired Apple Pencil might be the iPad’s best accessory so far
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
ColorWare has released a Crayola-inspired Apple Pencil Pro The device strongly resembles a colorful wax crayon You can still use it like a regular Apple Pencil Pro Apple products are known for their distinctive visual style that usually combines sleek minimalism and metallic professionalism. What it is not generally known for is a childish sense of whimsy, yet that’s exactly what you get with Col





China Bans Boeing Aircraft Deliveries, As Trade War Escalates
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
Goodness, this is going to get messy… China tells airlines to stop taking delivery of Boeing jets Bloomberg reports that the Chinese government has told its domestic airlines to stop taking delivery of aircraft from American aerospace giant Boeing, as tensions between Washington and Beijing continue to escalate. We’ve seen President Trump impose tariffs of up to 145% on China, while President Xi





Trump Tariffs May Kill Super-Cheap Retro Handhelds—but They Won’t Kill What Made Them Popular
36Gizmodo / 9h
Cheap retro handhelds, one of the only cheap entry points for gaming, could be meeting their end, but the retro spirit should live on.





Vertical Scrolling Makes eBooks As Addictive As Social Media
How-To Geek / 9h
Reading a book digitally is different from holding a paper copy in your hands, and that's a good thing. I can vertical scroll through books like I'm reading a webpage or feed, and I read more in the process.





Apple details how it plans to improve its AI models by privately analyzing user data
20TechCrunch / 9h
In the wake of criticism over the underwhelming performance of its AI products, especially in areas like notification summaries, Apple on Monday detailed how it is trying to improve its AI models by analyzing user data privately with the aid of synthetic data. Using an approach called “differential privacy,” the company said it would first […]





If you've got a phone running Android 12, it's time to upgrade – here's why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Google has stopped issuing Android 12 and 12L updates It means devices with the software are open to security issues The recommended option is to upgrade older devices Google has stopped providing updates for Android 12 , three and a half years after its launch in October 2021, so if you've got any older devices still running the software it's a good idea to start thinking about upgrading. As spo





WOW: American Airlines Free Inflight Wi-Fi Launching January 2026
29One Mile at a Time / 10h
Here’s an exciting and long overdue announcement … American will offer free Wi-Fi for AAdvantage members American Airlines has announced that it will be introducing free inflight Wi-Fi as of January 2026, sponsored by AT&T. Free Wi-Fi will be available exclusively for members of the carrier’s AAdvantage program, and the airline highlights how it will offer free inflight connectivity on more plane





There’s AI Inside Windows Paint and Notepad Now. Here’s How to Use It
22Wired / 10h
AI tools have arrived in two of the most basic and long-serving Windows utilities. Here’s what they do and how you can turn them off if you prefer.





Free Wi-Fi Starts At American Airlines in 2026—But Only For AAdvantage Members, And Most Widebodies Aren’t Included
View from the Wing / 10h
American Airlines has finally announced free wifi. It will start in January 2026, and will apply to planes equipped with ViaSat and Intelsat (formerly Gogo) satellite internet. Widebodies with Panasonic internet will not offer internet for free. Continue reading ...





Score $100 off the 13-inch Apple iPad Air (M2) right now at Best Buy
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $100: As of April 15, the 13-inch Apple iPad Air (M2, WiFi, 128GB) is on sale for $699 at Best Buy. That's 12% off its list price of $799. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 13-inch Apple iPad Air M2 $699 at Best Buy $799 Save $100 If you missed out on the best deals in Amazon's Spring Sale, Best Buy has delivered its own Spring Sale for shoppers to save. There has been some very nice tech





I added these AI rope lights to my wall for $45, and my office looks like a streaming setup
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $14.99: As of April 15, Lepro N1 AI Smart RGB Rope Lights are available for $44.99 at Amazon . That’s 25% off their regular price of $59.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Lepro Lepro N1 AI Smart RGB Rope Lights $45 at Amazon $59.99 Save $14.99 I stuck a 10-foot strand of Lepro N1 AI Smart Rope Lights on my wall and now my room looks like I should be live streaming my thoughts on the rumored





NYT Strands hints, answers for April 15
Mashable / 10h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of





I swapped my old bulbs for these AI smart bulbs from Lepro, and $16 later my office looks epic
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $73.60: As of April 15, Lepro B2 AI Smart LED Bulbs (two-pack) are available for $15.99 at Amazon . That’s 43% off their regular price of $27.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Lepro Lepro B2 AI Smart LED Bulbs (2-pack) $15.99 at Amazon $27.99 Save $12.00 I swapped out the old dusty bulbs in my ceiling fixture with Lepro’s B2 AI Smart LED Bulbs and now my room reacts better to music than most





Jon Stewart breaks down how many authoritarian leader boxes Trump is ticking
20Mashable / 10h
Jon Stewart has had plenty to roast Trump and his cabinet for recently, from leaking its own military plans to tanking the stock market . On Monday's edition of The Daily Show , though, he took a look at Trump's overall leadership style with a segment called "How authoritarian is we?" "We already know Trump's done a lot of the standard fare," says Stewart. "He's attacked the free press, pulled ra





VMware is suddenly offering a free hypervisor once again
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
VMware ESXi 8.0 Update 3e brings back the free version of the hypervisor It was removed in February 2024 when VMware went subscription-only Broadcom has addressed customers’ concerns VMware has resumed offering a free hypervisor once more, an announcement quietly included in the release notes for ESXi version 8.0 Update 3e has revealed. The company had previously offered a popular free version of





SAS Introducing Intra-Europe Business Class As Of October 2025
52One Mile at a Time / 10h
In September 2024, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) announced that it plans to reintroduce business class on intra-Europe flights, replacing the carrier’s current quirky SAS Plus product. There’s now an update , as we’ve learned when this new product will launch, and what we can expect. SAS Business replaces SAS Plus on regional flights As of October 1, 2025, SAS plans to once again offer business cla





Android 15 devices must have at least 32GB of storage, which should benefit the best cheap phones
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Android 15 devices require at least 32GB of storage This is double the previous requirement They also require the ability to share emergency contacts with emergency services If you’re reading this site then – as a tech fan – there’s a good chance your phone has 128GB of storage or more, but that’s not true of all handsets. In fact, some Android phones ship with just 16GB of storage. With Android





This architect wants to build cities out of lava
MIT Technology Review / 10h
Arnhildur Pálmadóttir was around three years old when she saw a red sky from her living room window. A volcano was erupting about 25 miles away from where she lived on the northeastern coast of Iceland. Though it posed no immediate threat, its ominous presence seeped into her subconscious, populating her dreams with streaks of light in the night sky. Fifty years later, these “gloomy, strange drea





Minimal Phone Review: A Phone You'll Want to Use Less
How-To Geek / 10h
For years, I dreamed of someone releasing a fully-featured smartphone with an E-Paper display in the US. The Minimal Phone is that phone and more, thanks to the included physical keyboard. This is a good option for anyone familiar with E-Paper who is on the lookout for an intentional phone still compatible with modern digital life.





Amazon US begins pre-orders for the 8BitDo Ultimate 2, the follow-up to our favorite Nintendo Switch controller
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
The Switch-compatible version of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 can be pre-ordered now in the US It's available at Amazon for $69.99 In the UK, just the Windows and Android-compatible model is available Looking to buy a new controller in anticipation for the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 ? You may want to check out the 8BitDo Ultimate 2, which has just had its pre-orders go live at Amazon US. US shoppe





Metro 2033 is free to keep on PC for a limited time to celebrate the game's 15th anniversary
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Metro 2033 was first released on March 16, 2010 To celebrate the game's 15th anniversary, its 2014 remake is now free to keep on Steam The developers have also shared some small details on the next Metro game Post-apocalyptic first-person shooter Metro 2033 originally released on March 16, 2010. The debut title from developer 4A Games, the game spawned multiple sequels and even a recent VR (virtu





Waymo and Uber prepare to launch robotaxi service in Atlanta this summer
22TechCrunch / 10h
Uber is inviting customers in Atlanta to join a list if they’re interested in hailing a Waymo robotaxi as the companies prepare to launch a commercial service in the city. Uber and Waymo last September announced plans to offer a robotaxi service in Austin and Atlanta in early 2025 as part of an expanded partnership. […]





This AI-powered smart lamp is available for under $90 on Amazon
Mashable / 10h
SAVE OVER $70: As of April 15, the Lepro O1 AI Smart LED Floor Lamp is available for $86.39 at Amazon . That’s 46% off its regular price of $159.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Lepro Lepro O1 AI Smart LED Floor Lamp $86.39 at Amazon $159.99 Save $73.60 I bought Lepro's O1 AI Smart LED Floor Lamp for $86.39 and it might be the first smart home gadget I’ve used that doesn’t feel like a tech demo.





Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Sale: 30% Off Awards
2KOne Mile at a Time / 10h
Singapore Airlines offers its KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can get significant savings on award tickets in select regions. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines . There are several opportunities to save miles on tickets in economy, premium economy, and business class, including some options for travel to and from North Ame





The OnePlus 13T is coming on April 24, and the company has already shown it off
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus 13T will be announced on April 24 This initial launch is just for China The company has also revealed the screen size and colors of the phone The OnePlus 13T will be announced on April 24, the company has confirmed, although in typical OnePlus fashion you won’t have to wait until then to get an official look at the phone, as it has already been shown off. A





Potentially huge Hertz data breach sees customer personal info and driver licenses stolen
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Car rental giant Hertz confirms suffering a data breach The attack occurred through Cleo, a file transfer service provider The threat actors abused a zero-day to get in Car rental giant Hertz has confirmed suffering cyberattack which saw it lose sensitive customer information. In a data breach notification letter published on its website, the company said that the incident involved Cleo Communica





TikTok creators are sharing their recession hacks
Mashable / 11h
Many millennials have already lived through one recession, so as more economic turmoil looms, they're jumping online to share their "recession hacks." The last recession in the U.S. lasted from December 2007 to June 2009, right about when many millennials were leaving college and entering the job market. That economic downturn hit at a pivotal life stage and left a lasting impact. It shaped cultu





Start your online side hustle with AI-powered one-stop-shop Sellful, now 73% off
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Launch an online business easily with the AI-powered platform Sellful , a white-label website builder and software, now $399 (reg. $1,497) for life. Got a great idea for a side hustle? Want to take the next step for your small business? Getting established online opens the door to a global customer base, and Sellful is ready to walk you through the process. This AI-powered white-label webs





File your taxes by tonights deadline with this $33 H&R Block Tax Software
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: If you still haven't filed your taxes, take advantage of this deal on H&R Block Tax Software and file your state and federal returns for $32.99 (reg. $59) with code FILEEASY through April 27. It's officially tax day, so unless you’ve filed for an extension, you only have a few hours left to meet the deadline. Luckily, you can file your state and federal taxes in time with some help from H&





Get an M1-powered MacBook Air for under $500 while supplies last
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Score a powerful 13.3-inch MacBook Air for a fraction of the usual cost at just $499.99 (reg. $1,499). Finding a budget-friendly laptop that doesn’t cut corners can be tricky, but this MacBook might be the exception. This 13.3-inch MacBook Air is only $499.99, $1,000 off the usual price, while supplies last. Portable, powerful, and priced to please While most budget-friendly laptops leave





Black Mirrors Jimmi Simpson on his favorite episodes, the big USS Callister: Into Infinity reveal, and more
Mashable / 11h
For Jimmi Simpson, getting cast on Black Mirror back in Season 4 was a dream come true. The character actor who's won critics' praise on everything from the madcap sitcom It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia to the sci-fi Western WestWorld to David Fincher's masterful true crime thriller Zodiac was a big fan of Charlie Brooker's anthology series. "When I first was invited to come for ['USS Callister





Webb telescope snaps spectacular view of distant cosmic scene
22Mashable / 11h
In death, there can be great beauty. Astronomers pointed the powerful James Webb Space Telescope at planetary nebula NGC 1514, where a star is shedding copious amounts of gas into the universe as it gradually exhausts its fuel and shrinks down into a dense core — a shell of its former self. The resulting cosmic clouds — named a "planetary nebula" only because through the first telescopes these di





The non-fans guide to WWE WrestleMania 41
Mashable / 11h
It's that time of year again. WrestleMania 41 has arrived, live from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas — or streaming on Peacock for $5.99. Despite some controversy and the recent merger with UFC, WWE is riding a major wave of momentum. With surging popularity, a roster packed with star power, and high-stakes storylines across the card, the "Showcase of the Immortals" feels bigger than ever. This is





The Echo Show 5 is now cheaper than it was during Amazons Big Spring Sale
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $25: As of April 15, the Amazon Echo Show 5 is on sale for $64.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 28% on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Show 5 $64.99 at Amazon $89.99 Save $25 Amazon's Echo Show 5 is a staple in its smart home lineup. A smart assistant with a screen, and available for under $100, you can't really go wrong. And as of April 15, there's a heavy discount





How the federal government is tracking changes in the supply of street drugs
MIT Technology Review / 11h
In 2021, the Maryland Department of Health and the state police were confronting a crisis: Fatal drug overdoses in the state were at an all-time high, and authorities didn’t know why. There was a general sense that it had something to do with changes in the supply of illicit drugs—and specifically of the synthetic opioid fentanyl, which has caused overdose deaths in the US to roughly double over





Phase two of military AI has arrived
MIT Technology Review / 11h
Last week, I spoke with two US Marines who spent much of last year deployed in the Pacific, conducting training exercises from South Korea to the Philippines. Both were responsible for analyzing surveillance to warn their superiors about possible threats to the unit. But this deployment was unique: For the first time, they were using generative AI to scour intelligence, through a chatbot interfac





The Techno-Utopian Seasteaders Who Want to Colonize the Ocean
50NYT > Technology / 11h
Libertarians have long looked at ocean living as the next frontier. Some wealthy men are testing the waters.





‘We Are Not Programmed to Die,’ Says Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan
100+Wired / 11h
The structural biologist, who has devoted his life to studying the processes behind aging, discusses the surprising things he has learned and the public misunderstandings about longevity.





The Google Pixel 9 Pro is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $300 : As of April 15, the Google Pixel 9 Pro is on sale for $919 at Amazon. That's a 25% saving on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9 Pro $919 at Amazon $1,219 Save $300 Amazon's Daily Deals are back at it with incredible discounts on the Google Pixel range. If you're looking to buy a smartphone outright, and one that has some really impressive features, you'll





The Kindle Scribe just got a redesign — and its currently on sale for $85 off
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $85: As of April 15, the Kindle Scribe is on sale for $364.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 19% on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe $364.99 at Amazon $449.99 Save $85 The beloved Kindle Scribe has caught the attention of book lovers across the world. Released late in 2024, this model combines reading and note-taking in one handy device. Recently, the already pop





Your Favorite Sex Toy Brand Might Go Under
54Wired / 11h
There’s still a 145 percent tariff on China, and sex toys aren’t part of the electronics exemption.





Mitigating AI-related risks: soft approach, hard approach or something in the middle?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
The riskiness of AI development results from the fact that modern AI tools are pushing ethical boundaries under the existing legal frameworks that weren’t made to fit them. However, the way regulators choose to proceed in light of this varies greatly between different countries and regions. The recent AI Action Summit in Paris highlighted these regulatory differences. Notably, its final statement





Can quantum computing tech kill fraud? The UK government thinks so, but with £100 million, I'm not so sure
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
The UK Government has announced a £121 million investment into quantum technologies , a move it says will help “tackle fraud, prevent money laundering, and drive growth”. The government hopes to achieve this by bolstering the UK’s world-leading research programmes, which it says will bring a “range of benefits to working people, including improved healthcare systems and boosted energy efficiency





NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for April 15, 2025
Mashable / 12h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the