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Prisons Using AI to Predict When Incarcerated People Will Commit Future Crimes
Futurism / 9h
Michigan is set to deploy a major new AI system to prisons across the state, meant to classify incarcerated people based on “how dangerous they are.” That’s according to Detroit channel Fox2 , which reports that the Michigan Department of Corrections is plowing ahead with an inmate categorization algorithm that will sort people into various housing levels. In Michigan, incarcerated people are sep
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 2, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier for football fans. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight, and each new set of wor
NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Nov. 2, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers. Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle , and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need. While we are focused more on meanin
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 2, 2026
Mashable / 1h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like to travel. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tip
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 2, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you love geography. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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 an answer.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 2, 2026
Mashable / 1h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're always in a rush. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connecti
Anthropic wants to use Claude AI to help discover new lifesaving drugs, says 'the best way to identify and work through these bottlenecks is to get deeply involved in real drug programs'
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Anthropic is expanding Claude's role across several stages of drug development Generate Biomedicines reports a 70% reduction in CAR T-cell component length Modified immune cells produced roughly ten times more cancer-detecting receptors Anthropic is expanding Claude’s involvement in pharmaceutical research, working with biotechnology developers on projects intended to accelerate the creation of n
How long is a new Apple TV actually supposed to last?
Engadget / 2h
Past Apple TV models have seen excellent support from Apple compared to some other product lines, but it's not a guarantee.
6 Google Maps features that work better on Android Auto vs. CarPlay
Engadget / 2h
You would think that Maps would be the same regardless of your phone's brand, but there are some differences between the Android Auto and CarPlay experiences.
Chinese team claims astonishing new fiber transfer speed world record — incredible 3.2 Petabits per second transfer is the same as downloading over 20,000 4K movies in a second
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Chinese researchers report 3.2 Pb/s transmission across a 24-core optical fiber Spatial division multiplexing carries separate data streams through one fiber S+C+L transmission uses three wavelength bands to carry information Researchers in China say they have transmitted data at 3.2 Pb/s through a 24-core optical fiber, setting a new real-time speed record. At that capacity, data equivalent to t
Forget lightweight Linux, this forgotten OS is reviving ancient PCs
How-To Geek / 3h
Most old PCs end up running a lightweight Linux distribution, but that path keeps narrowing as distros abandon older hardware. Haiku, the open-source successor to BeOS, takes a different approach, and its new R1/beta6 release makes a surprisingly strong case for reviving ancient machines.
How to add and rearrange apps on your Samsung smart TV
Engadget / 3h
Though your Samsung smart TV comes pre-loaded with the most popular streaming apps, you may want to add others and do some reorganizing while you're at it.
Android Auto could upset your work-life balance with its next update
Engadget / 3h
A hidden toggle buried in the Android Auto app's code isn't functional yet. Here's what it could do, what it might not, and what Google hasn't said so far.
Binance users withdraw $3.6bn after record crypto hack
BBC News / 3h
The exchange froze transactions in the wake of the incident, which impacted $6.3bn worth of digital assets.
10 iPad widgets you probably didn't realize existed
Engadget / 3h
Widgets take advantage of your iPad's large screen, and some of the best ones are often overlooked.
OpenAI Would Reportedly Like You to Use Its Pleasant New Term for Data Centers
Gizmodo / 3h
Trump isn’t the only one who wants to rebrand stuff.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, November 2 (game #1240)
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
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 Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, November 1 (game #1239) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's cleve
Quordle hints and answers for Monday, November 2 (game #1743)
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
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 Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, November 1 (game #1742) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still goin
NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, November 2 (game #974)
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
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 Sunday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, November 1 (game #973) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordl
AI glasses can replace your prescription glasses, but should they?
Engadget / 4h
You can easily get AI glasses with prescription if you need them, but before making the investment, it's recommended to learn the pros and cons of them.
This open-source web editor turns a $25 AliExpress display into a Home Assistant dashboard
How-To Geek / 4h
A dedicated smart-home control panel makes Home Assistant easier to use. You can tap a screen to control your lights, check the weather, or adjust your thermostat without reaching for your phone. The trouble is that dedicated smart displays can cost considerably more than the hardware inside them.
This robot vacuum just won our Home Device of the Year Award — and it's already 44% off in this early Black Friday deal
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
DJI is a household name when it comes to some of the best drones available to buy today, so the last thing you expect is for it to venture into the home appliances category. And yet that's exactly what it did and DJI's debut robot vacuum nailed every element. Our DJI Romo P review gives it a high score of 4.5 stars out of 5, calling it an "extremely impressive smart-home debut" and it's all thank
How using one earbud more than the other can cause uneven wear and tear
Engadget / 4h
Using one earbud may feel like the natural choice at times, but the reality is that it can chip away at their lifespan if you don't kick the habit.
This is the right way to clean your vinyl records
Engadget / 4h
The answer depends on your budget - and how hardcore you want to get.
I let a local LLM control my thermostat to see if it could beat Nest and Ecobee
How-To Geek / 4h
Smart thermostats can learn your habits, but if your routine changes, you can't just tell them what's different and expect them to adapt. If a Large Language Model (LLM) were running my heating, I'd be able to do exactly that. I decided to let an LLM take control of my heating for a week to see how it compared to popular smart thermostats.
This US state wants to let AI set up and run an entire business — with only a single human needed
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
The state of Delaware wishes to add businesses run by AI agents to the already lengthy list of generous regulations in operation Rep. James Comer is demanding safety assessments and warning of potential federal legislation if the results are not satisfactory Delaware’s bill specifies a 30-month regulatory sandbox for testing, and allows any lawful business to be operated by an Artificial Intellig
How to clean your PlayStation 5 without damaging it
Engadget / 5h
Your PS5 requires occasional maintenance to run at its best, but it only needs a light touch.
Which Samsung S Pens can be located using SmartThings Find?
Engadget / 5h
Not all of Samsung's S Pens are made the same. Only one of them can be found through the SmartThings Find network.
3 exciting Netflix thrillers to watch this week (November 2-8)
How-To Geek / 5h
It's November, which means Netflix U.S. has an entire slate of new movies arriving on the service. Some of the notable licensed content includes Whiplash, Air Force One , Fury , and Bridesmaids . As for genre-focused content, there are a few nail-biting thrillers that should be saved to your My List.
Military radar might be messing with your Wi-Fi router
How-To Geek / 5h
When your Wi-Fi drops unexpectedly, what's your first guess? Mine is, naturally, to blame the ISP . Then, if I'm on my phone or something else portable, I'll start wondering about Wi-Fi dead zones .
Passenger Says Delta Flight Attendant Photographed Her Sleeping—‘You Might See It On Facebook’
View from the Wing / 6h
A Delta passenger says a flight attendant told her he'd taken a picture of her while she slept, then suggested posting it on Facebook. When she reacted in disbelief, she says the other flight attendants laughed—and he brought up Facebook again.
5 productivity app replacements you can build in an Excel spreadsheet
How-To Geek / 6h
Apple's 2009 "There's an app for that" slogan rings even truer in 2026. Anything you want to do, you'll find an app that's supposed to help you, and productivity apps are no exception.
Become a Claude power user with this $20 E-Degree
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR : Stop underutilizing Claude and unlock its full potential with some help from the Claude AI Professional E-Degree , on sale now for just $19.99 (reg. $159). Opens in a new window Credit: Eduonix Learning Solutions Claude AI Professional E-Degree $19.99 $159 Save $139.01 Learning to use AI efficiently is becoming increasingly important, whether you’re working on personal projects or trying
OpenAI might rebrand its data centers as ‘AI compute campuses’
TechCrunch / 6h
Data centers are deeply unpopular. But what if we called them something else?
Intel and AMD could be about to work together on a mystery project — CEO Lip-Bu Tan hints at future co-operation, which could be anything from software to CPU to foundry work
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Intel and AMD discuss cooperation without revealing the project's purpose Intel's existing x86 partnership with AMD already supports shared processor standards AMD's ZenDNN optimizations are entering Intel's oneDNN software library Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan has discussed potential cooperation with AMD CEO Lisa Su, but neither executive has disclosed what the two companies might develop together. Intel
Your next Google TV should be a projector
How-To Geek / 6h
Whether or not you find Google TV compelling on a TV, there’s a different form factor where it’s a genuine game changer—on a projector.
Your Samsung Galaxy phone has more buttons than you think. Here's how to unlock them
How-To Geek / 6h
Your Samsung Galaxy phone is great for many things, but one of the best parts about it is how you can personalize and set it up for your convenient use. You may not even realize it, but one simple way to set up your phone for daily use is with its buttons.
Anthropic updates Claude to stop it from recreating existing video games
Engadget / 6h
Users can still lean on Claude to help with designing original or genre games.
Ceramic vs Titanium Apple Watch: Which material is better for overall durability?
Engadget / 6h
An Apple Watch is a handy accessory for your iPhone, but choosing the most durable material can be challenging. This one is better suited to your needs.
How to know if a USB-C cable is waterproof
Engadget / 6h
If you need extra protection for your USB cables, knowing how to tell if they're waterproof beforehand is important. Here's how to check a cable's rating.
NASA reaches out to commercial space industry for help saving legendary Hubble Space Telescope
Mashable / 7h
Sad news for space aficionados: the famous Hubble Space Telescope , responsible for some of the most jaw-dropping images of our solar system taken more than three decades since its launch into low-Earth orbit in 1990, is on a slow path towards a fiery fate. At its present rate of altitude loss, NASA's most famous telescope is expected to re-enter Earth's atmosphere sometime in 2033 or 2034, at wh
Inde Navarrette mocks Shane Gillis gym joke in SNL monologue
Mashable / 7h
Inde Navarrette has been hitting the gym for Marvel. She also had a little something to say to Shane Gillis in her opening monologue. The Obsession star made her Saturday Night Live hosting debut on Halloween , slipping a jab at the show's previous host into an otherwise straightforward update about playing Rogue in the upcoming X-Men movie . "I know it’s really important for Marvel that you get
Rare Medieval Manuscripts Return to Display at German Library
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
medievalistsnet : Rare medieval manuscripts, including the ninth-century Hildebrandslied, return to public display as Germany’s historic Murhard Library reopens after renovation. Read here
I've used a KDE Linux desktop for years. Here's why I'm switching to Xfce today
How-To Geek / 7h
KDE Plasma has been my desktop for years, and it earned that spot. But Plasma’s latest direction changed the math for me, and Xfce now fits the way I work better. Here’s where Xfce pulls ahead, where KDE still wins, and who should pick which.
AI can make tech CEOs’ lives easier. What about everyone else?
TechCrunch / 7h
On Equity, we discuss why tech CEO statements can seem so tone deaf.
5 hidden ESP32 project costs I forgot when I bought the cheap board
How-To Geek / 7h
An ESP32 development board can cost just a few dollars, making it a popular choice for DIY projects such as building your own smart home devices. The cost of the ESP32 itself doesn't tell the whole story, however. There are often additional costs that can be easy to forget.
Billboards in Multiple Countries Hacked to Show Porn
Gizmodo / 8h
Hackers say "anyone with two brain cells" could have done it.
4 safe ways to download Android apps without using the Google Play Store
How-To Geek / 8h
The Google Play Store is the primary method of downloading Android apps on all Android phones. There are many reasons why you would want to install apps from sources other than the Play Store. Maybe you don't want to use a Google account, or perhaps you're using a de-Googled phone for privacy reasons.
Jacksepticeye’s Ready to Do His Best On the ‘Bloodborne’ Movie
Gizmodo / 8h
Seán McLoughlin offers up some insight on not just 'Bloodborne,' but what might be best for video game adaptations to do.
5 ways to get Amazon Prime for free (or way cheaper)
Engadget / 8h
Don't pay full price; you might already qualify for cheaper Prime or have another benefit that covers the membership fee
How to turn on the flashlight on your Android phone without unlocking it
Engadget / 8h
You can easily access your flashlight on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices - here's how.
Google is building NASA a robot doctor for use on future deep space missions
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Google and NASA are developing a robot to assist astronauts medically Deep-space communication delays could make onboard medical assistance essential during emergencies NASA's robotic assistant could retrieve ultrasound equipment for astronauts experiencing severe pain Google is developing a robotic medical assistant with NASA to help astronauts handle health emergencies and routine duties during
Hotel Guests Report Mold And Mice—It Still Passed Inspection The Next Day
View from the Wing / 8h
A mother says mice crawled across her sleeping three-year-old at a Wyndham-branded hotel near Albany's airport. Other residents reported mold, cockroaches and soaked carpets. The hotel passed a county health inspection the next day.
Elon Musk Replied to Me and Gave Critical SpaceXSI Information
Next Big Future / 8h
Elon Musk replied on X to the video and posts from Cern Basher, Herbert Ong and me, and confirmed every SpaceX AI data center being built. What each one is, their names, how many GPUs, and when they finish. Macroharder and Minihard each have 220,000 GB300s configured for training. Macrohard has 330,000 GPUs, not 550,000. ... Read more
Homelabbers are making classic storage mistakes just to save money on hard drives
How-To Geek / 8h
Hard drives became expensive very quickly—over the last year or so, hard drive prices have jumped about 50%, and prices show no sign of coming back down.
Judge says xAI must face NAACP lawsuit on data center pollution
Engadget / 8h
The legal battle revolves around the AI company's operations in southern Memphis.
The ultimate James Cameron movie quiz.
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
One of the biggest names in blockbuster cinema is James Cameron , the man behind massive movies like Titanic , the Avatar franchise and the original Terminato r films. He also has a storied history with other hit movies and a range of documentaries, spanning many years. You've probably seen loads of his movies — multiple times, in some cases — but how well do you know them? This 30-question quiz
This hidden Windows 11 menu can save you valuable time when troubleshooting
Engadget / 9h
Windows 11 has a sneaky menu that connects you with Settings, Task Manager, Event Viewer, and more in one place.
The biggest problem with trying to directly power EVs with solar roofs
Engadget / 9h
Solar roofs promise a future where EVs rarely need plugging in, but turning that vision into reality presents some surprisingly difficult challenges.
How much would it cost to build a PC similar to the Xbox Series S?
Engadget / 9h
The Xbox Series S offers a solid entry-level experience for those interested in console gaming. Here's what an equivalent gaming PC would cost you.
5 safety practices to know before vibe coding
Engadget / 9h
Here's what beginners need to know to vibe code securely.
Roku is ruining the things I always loved about it
How-To Geek / 9h
I am a long-time Roku user, going all the way back to when it was a little square box that plugged into my TV with RCA jacks. I have several Roku TVs and a few streaming sticks as well. While there's plenty of competition out there, I've always stuck with Roku because it was simple and straightforward. I would turn on the TV, choose a streaming service, pick a show and start watching. I never wan
How To Redeem Alaska Atmos Rewards Points: Rules, Fees, & Sweet Spots
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Alaska Atmos Rewards (formerly Alaska Mileage Plan) has long been a favorite points currency among miles & points geeks, given the carrier’s unique array of airline partners, generous stopover policy, and attractive redemption rates. In this post, I’d like to take an in-depth look at how to redeem Atmos Rewards points. How do you earn Atmos Rewards points, what are the rules around redeeming them
4 ways I customized Google Calendar to manage projects and cut out the noise
How-To Geek / 9h
I used to use Google Calendar almost passively, mainly to keep track of bookings and recurring bills. Even though it's not a particularly clunky app, I didn't manage to make it work for anything else.
David S. Pumpkins returns to SNL, and Trump makes it weird
Mashable / 9h
David S. Pumpkins returned to Saturday Night Live for Halloween , but another familiar orange figure quickly took over. Tom Hanks reprised his pumpkin-suited character during the Oct. 31 cold open, alongside Mikey Day and Bobby Moynihan as his dancing skeleton sidekicks. What looked like a Halloween reunion soon became a platform for James Austin Johnson's Donald Trump to discuss the midterm elec
OpenAI pledges to buy Google AI chips in its first move away from depending solely on Nvidia
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
OpenAI plans to buy Google's AI chips as computing demand rises Google's TPUs are attracting customers seeking alternatives to Nvidia's GPUs OpenAI plans to deploy its custom-designed AI chip before 2027 OpenAI plans to purchase artificial intelligence chips from Google as the ChatGPT developer expands its computing resources beyond its established reliance on Nvidia processors. According to The
How to watch Bradley Walsh’s Million Pound Shot for FREE
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Watch Bradley Walsh’s Million Pound Shot for free on Channel 4 (UK) Unblock Channel 4 from abroad with NordVPN – Save 75% Airs on Sunday, November 1 Bradley Walsh is better known for fronting The Chase on ITV , but he's now making the step over to Channel 4 , at least briefly, to host another quiz show. But, Bradley Walsh’s Million Pound Shot might not be quite what it seems, if you believe inter
How to watch Blue Planet III for free online from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
When Sir David Attenborough drops a new docuseries, the whole world sits up and pays attention, and he's back with another installment of his stunning series, Blue Planet . The new season features six hour-long episodes, with footage filmed over four years. Episode topics include tropical seas, the open ocean, polar waters, and what the future holds for our oceans. If the dulcet tones of Attenbor
I won’t buy a touchscreen MacBook Pro — here’s why you shouldn’t either
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Earlier this week, Apple did the thing we’ve all known it would for months and finally unveiled its touchscreen MacBook Pro . Awkwardly dubbed the “PROLED XDR Display,” Apple says the touchscreen panel gives pro users “a whole new way to interact with their content.” Yet, to say I’m unconvinced would be an understatement. While I’m excited for that OLED goodness, I’ve long been skeptical of the b
iPhone Duo vs iPhone Air: which should you choose?
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Apple iPhone Duo The iPhone Duo is far more versatile than the iPhone Air thanks to its second, tablet-sized screen. But it's also heavier and much more expensive. Pros Two screens More cameras Better battery life Cons Far more expensive Heavier No Face ID Apple iPhone Air The iPhone Air is slim, stylish, lightweight, and a much cheaper option than the iPhone Duo, but it can't match Apple's folda
The 11 best celebrity Halloween costumes of 2026, from Heidi Klum to Keke Palmer
Mashable / 10h
Celebrity Halloween has become a holiday within a holiday. There are the costume reveals, the elaborate photo shoots, and the inevitable moment of trying to figure out what, exactly, someone is supposed to be. Half the fun is recognizing the reference before reading the caption. This year's best looks gave pop culture obsessives plenty to work with. Music videos, cartoons, and an awkward talk sho
All the leaks for the Portal prequel F-Stop have been compiled into a playable game
Engadget / 10h
This rough version is the closest thing to a release we'll see.
Your Pixel can double as a webcam with a USB-C cable you already own
How-To Geek / 10h
If you own a Pixel phone running Android 14 or newer, there’s a neat feature that allows you to turn it into a webcam for your computer anytime you need one, using only a USB-C cable. The setup is seamless; you can do it in seconds, and the feature works on all three major desktop platforms — Windows, macOS, and Linux.
The reason why your Xbox controller still uses AA batteries
Engadget / 10h
Xbox controllers use AA batteries, which may seem like an outdated way of powering a device, but there are reasons for this intentional choice.
5 nifty ways you can reuse your old laptop
Engadget / 10h
You can do so much more with an old laptop than just throwing it away or leaving it to rot in a drawer. Here are some clever ways to reuse one.
You’ll Never Guess How Scalpers Are Reportedly Snagging Rare iPhone Duos
Gizmodo / 10h
AI bots are apparently a factor.
Windows 11 says you have a choice, but Microsoft is quietly removing it
How-To Geek / 10h
Windows is still, by a large margin, the most dominant operating system. Microsoft has enjoyed decades of being the default OS provider for the vast majority of computer users, and its market position hasn't changed much—yet!
A ‘Princess & the Frog’ Special Will (Eventually) Hit Disney+
Gizmodo / 10h
With its 20th birthday not far off, Disney's hoping folks will want to revisit 'Princess & the Frog' in a new way.
Meta reportedly built a humanoid robot prototype that can do household chores
Engadget / 10h
A report said the company is already working on the second version that's codenamed Max 2.
Here's how to tell which gen AirPods you own
Engadget / 10h
AirPods are difficult to identify from looks alone, so you'll need to check the model number in one of several places.
United went big on credit cards in 2026. More changes are coming, MileagePlus boss says
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Before he ran United Airlines' MileagePlus program, Jarad Fisher was the type of traveler who went "all-in" for elite status. He read TPG, collected miles and occasionally went on ambitious end-of-year "status runs." "My wife thought I was nuts," he joked, recalling an epic out-and-back trip to Hawaii 12 years ago — where he never even left the airport — in order to qualify. Now, Fisher is in cha
Anthropic expands text watermarking to older Claude versions beginning November 3
Mashable / 11h
As we first reported in early August , Anthropic has bowed to demands from EU legislators that AI-generated text carry a hidden watermark, to help eventually distinguish between human- and AI-generated content. The initial watermark rollout only applied to the latest and greatest versions of Claude, but on Friday Anthropic alerted its users that an expansion of the watermark would soon roll out t
The 3 best non-toxic coffee makers for delicious brews without BPA
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Looking for a non-toxic coffee maker? I test over a dozen espresso and drip coffee machines every year, and here I've picked out three BPA-free options that deliver peace of mind when you're enjoying your morning brew. Bisphenol A (BPA) is a material used in some hard plastics, and is classified as an endocrine disruptor (a substance that can affect hormone levels). When it comes into contact wit
Microsoft Patents an AI That Can Literally Put Words in People’s Mouths in Real Time
Futurism / 11h
Microsoft just filed a patent for an AI product that would be able to transform live video in real time to alter speakers’ words and faces. The patent, as first flagged by patent-tracker Patentlyze , is described by its inventors as a “near real-time artificial intelligence (AI) enhancement of video or augmented reality (AR) presentations of live events.” Using AI agents, the system would identif
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Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
Whatever happened to 8K TVs?
Engadget / 11h
8K TVs sounded like the inevitable upgrade to 4K, but they've barely sold and most companies aren't bothering to make them anymore.
Are Marriott Bonvoy Airline Mileage Transfers Worth It? They Could Be, But…
One Mile at a Time / 11h
Among hotel loyalty programs , one thing that makes Marriott Bonvoy unique is the ability to (fairly) efficiently convert hotel points into airline miles. While most major hotel loyalty programs allow some sort of opportunity to convert hotel points into airline miles, it typically represents a very bad value. In this post, I’d like to take a look at the opportunity to convert Marriott points int
5 home network projects for a $15 Raspberry Pi that don’t require extra purchases
How-To Geek / 11h
The Raspberry Pi Zero and Zero 2 W are both still very affordable despite price hikes across the rest of the lineup.
TechCrunch Mobility: A new, bigger AV boom is here
TechCrunch / 11h
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
American Airlines Spent Years Making Its Cabins Worse—Now It’s Racing To Win Passengers Back From United And Delta
View from the Wing / 11h
American Airlines spent years cutting legroom, seatback screens and other comforts while United and Delta gave passengers reasons to fly elsewhere. Now American is investing to win them back—but with heavy debt and losses, it needs customers to return before Wall Street loses patience.
Here's what your Fitbit heart rate variability actually tells you
Engadget / 11h
Your Fitbit's HRV reading can offer clues about stress and recovery, but your usual numbers matter more than anyone else's.
How to tell if your smart TV has a camera (and how to disable it)
Engadget / 11h
If you're concerned about privacy, then you'll want to make sure that your smart TV doesn't have a camera - and that you disable it if it does.
I’ve used NVIDIA’s AI laptop and its personal AI supercomputer, and only one feels finished
How-To Geek / 11h
Nvidia's RTX Spark and DGX Spark share—more or less—a chip, but that is where the similarities end. The DGX Spark is positioned as a personal AI supercomputer, while the RTX Spark is a Windows laptop or desktop optimized for AI and everyday use.
Masks Off: Crypto Industry Responds to Binance Hack by Acting Like Banks
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Gizmodo / 11h
Crypto is only "decentralized" until something goes wrong.
Binance resumes withdrawals following $6.3 billion breach
2 TTPs•
TechCrunch / 11h
The cryptocurrency exchange said it's now covered 95% of the stolen assets.
You might be neglecting the one thing that keeps your PC healthy
Engadget / 11h
While Windows has some built-in tools to help you keep your PC running smoothly, there's a better option.
'AI is not creating the problem': OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says AI is merely uncovering all the vulnerabilities we've accumulated over the years
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Sam Altman says AI isn't creating security vulnerabilities – it's just helping us discover them far more quickly Attackers are also finding and exploiting them just as quickly AI Security Mesh helps you explore fixes at a faster pace "AI is helping us discover all of the security issues that we have developed over the past fifty years," co-CEO Clay Magouyrk worked into a conversation on-stage wit
OpenAI adds stricter limits for teens asking about firearms
Engadget / 12h
The company said these tighter restrictions apply even if the question asked "appears harmless."
New Data Centers in the US Set to Wipe Out 15 Years of Greenhouse Gas Reductions
Futurism / 12h
Nearly 15 years worth of hard-won pollution reduction efforts are set to be undone in the United States, as a wave of data centers powered by gas plants enters construction. That’s according to a new analysis by the Sierra Club, first reported by Bloomberg , which notes that the US energy grid is expected to belch out 2.1 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide by 2030, assuming the country’s curre
Tales of Eternia Remastered review: a real blast from the past
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Back in 2000, Bandai Namco published the third game in the beloved Tales series, Tales of Eternia . It was received very well at launch, being praised for its high-octane action combat, charming cast, and humorous script — though the Western versions on the original PlayStation and PSP were held back by their omission of skits (character-driven dialogue scenes) and slightly subpar voice acting. B
A college students jet-powered drone may have just broken a world record
Mashable / 12h
Georgia Tech aerospace engineering student Tomas Salvo rocked the internet by sharing video footage of his custom-made Reaper RC drone launching to an astonishing 491 mph (790 kmh) while carrying a payload of 2.6 pounds (1.2 kilograms). According to reporting from Tom's Hardware , it held that incredible speed for a full four minutes, climbing to a maximum height of 6,500 feet, with a total range
What is AssistiveTouch on your Apple Watch and when should you use it?
Engadget / 12h
Your Apple Watch can respond to simple hand and finger gestures with AssistiveTouch. Learn how to set it up, toggle it off and when it's actually helps.
5 best new shows and movies streaming on Hulu in November
How-To Geek / 12h
It's the last stretch of the year, and Hulu is readying to release some of its final new shows and movies of the year. First, several shows that premiered last month are still airing, including Reasonable Doubt season 4 and FX's The Lowdown season 2. Stream all of the episodes you might have missed on Hulu.
Your old iPod could get Spotify and USB-C support — here's how
Engadget / 12h
The iPod hasn't been sold for some time, but dedicated fans are keeping it alive with mods and complete refreshes.
AI software clones are coming for big-name companies like Adobe
Engadget / 12h
Vibe-coded clones of Adobe software are shaking things up.
Southwest Performance Business Card Review: Is The $299 Annual Fee Worth It?
One Mile at a Time / 12h
The Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card is the most premium card in the Chase and Southwest co-brand card portfolio . This card currently has a $299 annual fee and comes with many helpful perks when you fly Southwest, including a free checked bag, complimentary upgrades to Preferred seating when available, and an anniversary bonus of 9,000 points every year. If you frequent
Taika Waititi is Soooo Not Mad About ‘Klara and the Sun,’ Y’all
Gizmodo / 12h
As 'Klara' gets buried by bigger movies, Waititi decides to let off some steam about the film's critical reception.
Starbucks Apparently Wants to Make That ‘Minority Report’ Shopping Scene a Reality
Gizmodo / 12h
The CEO of Starbucks said they want to "recognize participating customers as they arrive" and "present personalized digital menus."
I used free local AI to organize hundreds of photos without uploading a single one
How-To Geek / 12h
I don't know about you, but over the years, I've accumulated hundreds, if not thousands, of images on my PC. Some of them are photos I took with my Canon Rebel, and others came from photo dumps when my wife or I replaced our phones. As you can imagine, this got pretty messy. I had many different folders filled with images. My biggest frustration is that the filenames are generic, like IMG_1543.jp
The simple reason hardware accelerated GPU scheduling isn't the best fit for cheap GPUs
Engadget / 12h
Hardware accelerated GPU scheduling is one of those features many of us don't really think about, but it could cause problems for your old GPU.
United’s CEO Loves New American Airlines Boarding Gates—Here’s Why They Make Flying Worse
View from the Wing / 12h
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby flew American Airlines, saw its new electronic boarding gates at Dallas-Fort Worth airport, and emailed his team asking why United wasn't doing the same thing. His employees told him similar gates were already planned for Houston. He saw something worth copying. I think they make flying worse .
5 Spotify settings you'll wish you changed sooner
