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Official Star Wars background images released for use with video calls
500+SlashGear / 15h
The next time you have a video call planned, you can swap out your home’s ordinary, boring environment with an official Star Wars background. Several high-resolution backgrounds based on a variety of Star Wars destinations have been released, including images of the Death Star ruins, the planet Hoth, the bridge of the Imperial Star Destroyer, and more. A huge number … Continue reading
How to See How Busy a Store Is Right Now with Google Maps
500+How-To Geek / 14h
Now more than ever, we all want to go to grocery stores and other essential businesses when it’s not crowded. With a few taps, Google Maps can tell you how busy a store, restaurant, park, or other location is right now. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
To avoid hostile takeovers amid COVID-19, India mandates approvals on Chinese investments
2KTechCrunch / 14h
Chinese investors, who have poured about $6 billion into Indian startups in the last two years , will be subjected to tougher scrutiny for their future investments in the world’s second largest internet market. India amended its foreign direct investment policy on Saturday to require all neighboring nations with which it shares a boundary to seek approval from New Delhi for their future deals in
mazon Is Now Using Thermal Cameras at Warehouses To Identify Possible Covid-19 Cases
Gizmodo / 4min
With cases of covid-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, at more than 70 of its warehouse and delivery facilities in the U.S., Amazon has started to use thermal cameras to scan for fevers faster. The new measures were first reported by Reuters . Read more...
Instagram founders reunite to create a COVID-19 spread tracker
80Engadget / 1h
Instagram founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger have put out their first joint product since leaving Facebook , and it’s not a social network. The two have launched Rt.live , a site that helps track attempts to fight the spread of COVID-19 in each state. As Krieger told TechCrunch , the project takes advantage of Systrom’s open source approach to calculating Rt (the average number of people inf
Clubhouse voice chat leads a wave of spontaneous social apps
200+TechCrunch / 1h
Forget the calendar invite. Just jump into a conversation. That’s the idea powering a fresh batch of social startups poised to take advantage of our cleared schedules amidst quarantine. But they could also change the way we work and socialize long after COVID-19 by bringing the free-flowing, ad-hoc communication of parties and open office plans online. While “Live” has become synonymous with perf
Major European Players Push for Coronavirus-Tracking App Platform
US Reuters European42Gizmodo / 2h
Several preeminent states in the European Union are backing Bluetooth-based, contact-tracing technology to help map the spread of the novel coronavirus outbreak via smartphone apps, Reuters reported this week. This news comes courtesy of German tech entrepreneur Chris Boos, a major coordinator behind the project… Read more...
Labor regulators look into Amazon's firings of outspoken critics
100+Engadget / 2h
Amazon is facing scrutiny for firing employees and otherwise striking back at vocal critics of its workplace practices. The National Labor Relations Board is looking into claims Amazon is retaliating against employees who organize or participate in protests, including firing them or asking illegal questions. The board has declined to take action against Amazon so far, but the NLRB’s Chicago regio
Coronavirus: Will Covid-19 speed up the use of robots to replace human workers?
200+BBC News - Technology / 2h
Robot workers can help us keep social distance but once machines take over it will be hard to go back.
As Diamond Begins to Start Shipping Comics Again, DC's Taking Distribution Into Its Own Hands
Batman Diamond DC Comics100+Gizmodo / 3h
As a consequence of comic book stores across the country being forced to shut their doors amongst the novel coronavirus outbreak, the comic book industry as a whole all but came to a stop . Diamond Comics, which essentially has a monopoly on comics distribution, halted shipping and it was unclear how and when the… Read more...
TGIF Playlist: 4/20 Weekend Vibes
21Gizmodo / 3h
Monday officially brings 4/20, the unofficial holiday for unapologetic stoners. Now I’m neither a supporter nor a hater of the devil’s lettuce, but I AM into vibes. Which is why today’s playlist is dedicated to a mellow and chill mood you can perfectly pair with ... well ... you know. Read more...
One World: Together at Home live - watch Lady Gaga's coronavirus benefit concert online now
69TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Whether you're optimistically peering towards the end of self-isolation or resigned to starting another few weeks of lockdown, this weekend's must-watch TV is an absolute no-brainer - the music and cultural event of the century is upon us and it's all happening online tonight. The Rolling Stones are the latest addition to the star-studded lineup as curated by Lady Gaga in partnership with Global
7 ways Hyatt Globalist elite status can make your next trip better
The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: At TPG, our top priority is providing our readers with the information needed to make educated decisions about travel and rewards-earning strategy. This is not the best time to travel, domestically or internationally, as airlines have cut major parts of their route networks. But we are sharing this information to provide value for future travel once coronavirus concerns have subsid
Formula E team fills the sports void with online marble races
400+Engadget / 4h
Formula E is delivering more than realistic race simulations to fill the gap in broadcasts left by the temporary shutdown of conventional sports. The Envision Virgin Racing team has teamed up with Jelle’s Marble Runs, the YouTube channel of Marbleympics fame, to start a “Marbula E” series. Each race pits marbles (named after real teams) against each other on scale versions of real tracks, complet
How much does a seat on a repatriation flight cost?
The Points Guy / 4h
I was in South Africa this March when the country declared a State of National Disaster due to the coronavirus pandemic . That night, my husband JT booked us the next Delta flight that was available from Johannesburg to Atlanta using Virgin Atlantic miles . We were glad we had this flight when the U.S. Department of State issued a worldwide Level 4 “do not travel” warning four days later and advi
National Park Week: How to bask in nature’s glory from home
The Points Guy / 4h
This coming week is a big one for Mother Earth. For one, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day is coming up on April 22. This milestone also happens to coincide with National Park Week, which runs April 18 – 26. While this year’s celebrations will look a bit different with many parks and campgrounds closed and social distancing rules in places, the celebrations aren’t completely called off — they’re
Hotel Demands $400,000 Cancellation Fee Despite City’s Ban On Events
32View from the Wing / 5h
While hotel chains have been good about allowing cancellations of non-refundable, non-changeable consumer bookings, this flexibility has not been extended to events in most cases. Most hotels seem to be asking event hosts to reschedule for a future date, not cancel, and are reluctant to return deposits. Some hotels are asking event organizers to cough up cash for events that aren't happening. Con
Museum curators show off their creepiest stuff, and we're shuddering
100+Mashable / 5h
The world can be a freaky place. The world of museum curators, however, is apparently downright terrifying. That much was made clear Friday when whoever had control of the Yorkshire Museum's Twitter account kicked off a creepy-curator challenge. The UK museum claims to house "some of Britain’s finest archaeological treasures," but this #CURATORBATTLE called for something else. "Today's theme, cho
Google makes it easy to find COVID-19 testing centers in search results
200+Engadget / 5h
Google can now surface 2,000 COVID-19 testing centers across 43 US states when you search for COVID-19-related terms, the company told The Verge . Unfortunately, some states were left out — particularly Connecticut, Maine, Missouri, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Oregon or Pennsylvania — because the tech giant will only display testing centers approved for publishing by health authorities. When you do a s
Weekly Review: April 18, 2020
One Mile at a Time / 5h
Unfortunately I don’t have much to report when it comes to travels within the past week, given that it has been another week at home. The closest I’ve come to traveling is endlessly looking at award availability and hotels for the future just for fun, but that’s about it. On the points & travel front, this week American and Southwest extended status, Hyatt introduced a status fast track opportuni
Instagram founders launch COVID-19 spread tracker Rt.live
300+TechCrunch / 5h
Instagram founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger have teamed up to launch their first product together since leaving the Facebook mothership. Rt.live is an up-to-date tracker of how fast COVID-19 is spreading in each state. “Rt” measures the average number of people who become infected by an infectious person. The higher above the number 1, the faster COVID-19 races through a population, while a
Cognizant confirms Maze ransomware attack, says customers face disruption
100+TechCrunch / 6h
Cognizant, one of the largest tech and consulting companies in the Fortune 500, has confirmed it was hit by a ransomware attack. Details remain slim besides a brief statement on its site, confirming the incident. “Cognizant can confirm that a security incident involving our internal systems, and causing service disruptions for some of our clients, is the result of a Maze ransomware attack,” the s
Cruise ship restaurant nirvana: The 7 best meals you can have at sea
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: The team at The Points Guy loves to travel, but now is not the time for unnecessary trips. Health officials say the fastest way to return to normalcy is to stop coming in contact with others. That includes ceasing travel. We are publishing travel guides because we should all use this time to think about and plan our next adventures. TPG doesn’t advise booking trips for travel until
Infinity Train's Creator on Why Trains Sound Scary and Where He Wants the Show to Go Next
36Gizmodo / 6h
Infinity Train is a beautiful show that surprised us every episode with its barrage of unique train cars . But it’s not always about how a show looks—what’s also important is how it sounds. We’ve got an exclusive peek behind the scenes at the sound design of Infinity Train , and we also talked with the man behind the… Read more...
Hyundai recalls 2020 Sonata and Nexo over remote smart parking glitch
100+Engadget / 6h
Hyundai’s take on semi-autonomous parking has some snags. The NHTSA has issued a recall for 2020 Sonata and Nexo cars (11,870 in total) due to a glitch in the Remote Smart Parking Assist feature that lets you step out of the car while it slips into a tight space. There’s a risk that the car won’t stop if there’s a malfunction in RSPA — a big problem if you’re in a crowded parking lot. The recall
Saturday's Best Deals: GameStop Pro Day, Razer Arcade Stick, $5 Amazon Video Comedies, and More
32Lifehacker / 6h
An advanced arcade stick , Gamestop’s Pro Day , a fancy foot massager , a s ale on Amazon Video comedies , and more are Saturday’s top deals. Read more...
Amazon scans warehouse workers for fevers using thermal cameras
Amazon One Thermal61Mashable / 7h
Amazon is changing how it identifies sick warehouse workers. The Jeff Bezos-owned e-commerce giant installed thermal cameras in a handful of its shipping facilities, Reuters reported . Half a dozen warehouses around Los Angeles and Seattle have been equipped with the technology, intended to streamline the process of figuring out who has a fever. Amazon previously used forehead thermometers, but t
Canada now requires travelers to have masks, cover their nose and mouth while traveling
The Points Guy / 7h
In many parts of the U.S., masks or other face coverings are required — or at least strongly encouraged — to enter grocery stores and other public places such as airports. After all, covering your nose and mouth prevents your respiratory droplets from contaminating others or landing on surfaces. As non-essential travel becomes advisable again, masks will likely be a common sight, especially in cr
New Yorkers can now officially get married over Zoom
New York Cuomo US NY100+Mashable / 7h
It's not exactly a beach at sunset, but hey, it's the person that matters. As of today, New Yorkers are officially able to get married remotely over video conference. That's according to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's aide Melissa DeRosa, who announced the good news at a Saturday press conference. "We are today signing an executive order allowing people to get their marriage licenses remotely,
Startups Weekly: How will tech hubs weather the pandemic?
100+TechCrunch / 7h
Cities around the world have become home this decade to distributed tech teams and homegrown startup successes. Each of these additional layers of experience and specialization help to make each local community stronger, like what began happening in Silicon Valley many decades ago. Now layoffs are striking deep into these fragile, complex ecosystems. Yes, companies in San Francisco and other tech
Domestic Travel On My Mind (Post COVID-19)
48One Mile at a Time / 7h
I’m not yet at the point where I’m planning any travel for the next few months, though I most definitely am at the point where I’m thinking about travel. I’m sure I’m not alone, as I’ve been thinking about it since day one of social distancing . With that in mind, I wanted to share what’s on my mind right now when it comes to future travel, share some specific recommendations, and also ask you gu
You’re grounded: The travel memes making us laugh and giving us life during the quarantine
The Points Guy / 7h
As another week of quarantine goes by, it’s safe to say that we could all use some humor right about now. While the coronavirus situation is far from funny, travelers have been making light of the situation with some creative executions on various social media platforms to cope with their wanderlust. Sign up for TPG’s daily email newsletter for more travel tips delivered to your inbox Here’s a ro
The Aviation Downturn’s Latest Casualty
View from the Wing / 7h
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 ...
Tons of Bands Are Performing in a Preshow Right Now For Tonight's 'One World Together Concert'
300+Lifehacker / 7h
Tonight Global Citizen is producing a massive concert featuring performers such as Lady Gaga, Usher, Elton John, The Rolling Stones, and Stevie Wonder. Read more...
Watch these Italians play rooftop tennis during quarantine
63Mashable / 7h
The coronavirus has us all social distancing, but that doesn't mean we can't keep our game sharp. Two women in the Italian comune of Finale Legure made that (match) point loud and clear in video posted Saturday by the AFP News Agency . In it, you can see two neighbors playing a friendly game of tennis. And while the exhaust vents jutting out of the roof make for an atypical hazard, the enthusiast
Watch these Italians play rooftop tennis during quarantine
Mashable / 8h
The coronavirus has us all social distancing, but that doesn't mean we can't keep our game sharp. Two women in the Italian comune of Finale Legure made that (match) point loud and clear in video posted Saturday by the AFP News Agency . In it, you can see two neighbors playing a friendly game of tennis. And while the exhaust vents jutting out of the roof make for an atypical hazard, the enthusiast
Nintendo Switch Shortage Can Partially Be Blamed On Resellers Using Bots
1KGizmodo / 8h
The current shortage of Nintendo Switch consoles is frustrating many and it seems resellers and bots are partly to blame for the current situation. Read more...
COVID-19 isn't stopping Verizon's 5G rollout
Verizon Pixel iPhone69Mashable / 8h
Verizon is still rolling out 5G expansion in locked-down cities and is on track to have 60 5G cities by the end of the year, says Heidi Hemmer, the carrier's VP of technology. "There's a calendar to launch more 5G cities over the next quarter, [but] we're not doing marketing launches right now just because of everything that's going on," she says. "We're on track for the additional 30 this year,
7 Reasons To Get The IHG Premier Card
200+One Mile at a Time / 8h
In January we saw Chase and IHG introduce an incredible limited time sign-up bonus on the IHG ® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card ( review ), which in my opinion is a card that’s worth having long-term for the great perks it offers. This really is a phenomenal card — it’s worth getting for the perks , and if you’re going to get it, you might as well do so when it’s offering the best bonus. Obvious
Canceled flight? How to understand and use a British Airways Future Travel Voucher
The Points Guy / 8h
If you’ve canceled upcoming travel booked through British Airways because of coronavirus and its associated travel restrictions, you may have received a credit voucher for the amount you originally spent, which BA calls a Future Travel Voucher. It’s important to note that if BA canceled your flight, rather than you doing the canceling, you are legally entitled to a refund rather than a voucher. H
The coronavirus pandemic could take the bubbles out of soda and beer
US Reuters European400+Mashable / 9h
Beer makers could soon struggle with a shortage of bubbles. A new report from Reuters painted a potentially grim picture for those who rely on the bubbly nature of soda, seltzer, and beer to get through their socially distant routines. Beverage makers rely on carbon dioxide to get the fizz in their products, but that could be thwarted by, of all things, a lack of demand for gasoline. SEE ALSO: Ev
Original Content podcast: ‘Devs’ asks unsettling questions about free will
100+TechCrunch / 9h
We discussed our initial impressions of “Devs” on an episode of the Original Content podcast a few weeks ago, shortly after the show launched on FX/Hulu. At the time, we observed that even the show made time for bits of Silicon Valley satire, the mood was mostly one of mystery and dread. Now that we know the full story, it seemed like a good time to revisit our discussion. If anything, the dread
Amazon is using thermal cameras to screen warehouse workers for COVID-19
500+Engadget / 9h
Amazon is exploring different technological approaches to screening warehouse workers for COVID-19 . The internet retailer has confirmed to Reuters that it’s using thermal cameras at some warehouses to check for fevers that may be indicative of the new coronavirus. The company didn’t explain the decision, but the method should be faster and safer than conventional methods that require checking ev
What we know about Google’s debit card (and checking account) debut so far
The Points Guy / 9h
As I’ve found when visiting China — where most Google products are blocked — I rely on the company in many ways. Between Google Maps , Gmail, Google Flights , Google Photos , Google Fi , Google Hotels and Google search, Google has firmly integrated itself into my everyday life. But, would I use a Google checking account and debit card? Want more news and advice from TPG? Sign up for our daily new
Save up to $100 with weekend Bose headphone and speaker deals at Best Buy
52TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Bose deals are rife at Best Buy this weekend, and you can pick up some Bose speakers or headphones for up to $100 off right now. That means excellent savings on some industry-leading audio, with powerful smart features baked in and top of the class connectivity. We're looking to the Bose SoundTouch 10 ( now down to just $149.99 ) for the cheapest of this weekend's offerings, but you can double do
Coronavirus and the Future of Telemedicine
100+Wired / 9h
A conversation between WIRED editor in chief Nicholas Thompson and Carbon Health cofounder Caesar Djavaherian.
Here’s why we’re starting to publish new flight and hotel reviews again
The Points Guy / 9h
As you may have noticed, we have not published any new flight or hotel reviews on our site for some time now. During the COVID-19 crisis, our team has temporarily ceased taking review trips, and as more and more nations and U.S. states entered lockdowns we also decided to halt the pipeline of new reviews ready for publication. Providing reviews is one of our core missions, and we know our readers
5 tourism-supported charities that need your help now more than ever
The Points Guy / 9h
Though these are challenging times for the travel industry as a whole as the coronavirus sweeps across the globe, many tourism-supported charitable initiatives depend on the tourist trade to operate and are now facing a crisis of their own. Most of these organizations were first launched by or in collaboration with likeminded hotels that wanted to give back to the local communities and surroundin
ESA helps NASA analyze unopened Apollo Moon landslide sample
NASA Earth Apollo MoonSlashGear / 9h
The European Space Agency has revealed that it is working with NASA to help it analyze a sample collected from a lunar landslide during the Apollo 17 mission in the early 1970s. The work will help shed light on aspects of the Moon using technologies that weren’t available when the sample was collected, as well as determining whether this method … Continue reading
8 Nerdy Lofi Beats, Ambient Sounds, and Meditations to Finally Chill the Heck Out This Weekend
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Anyone else feel like this week was especially... you know . After over a month of social distancing with not much of an end in sight, things can start feeling overwhelming . So we’ve put together an amazing playlist of lofi beats, ambient sounds, and other calming experiences to keep calm and nerd on . Read more...
How you (and a friend) can earn an easy $30 for online shopping
The Points Guy / 9h
Starting on April 20, Rakuten will be increasing its referral bonus to $30 for two weeks. This is probably the easiest $30 you can earn. All you have to do is refer a friend , and then the friend has to spend $30 within the offer period (April 20 – May 1) and you both get $30. Simple as that. Typically, Rakuten offers $25 for each referral and referee with no limit to how much you can earn, so lo
9 best apps for learning a new language
The Points Guy / 9h
Stuck at home and fighting your travel wanderlust? Already watched all the travel movies , taken a points and miles inventory, virtually toured museums , organized your travel photos and started tentatively planning your next trip ? The next step is to learn a new language. You can learn and practice at home and use your newly acquired language skills once you’re able to eventually travel again.
10 cancelled Netflix TV shows that are worth binge watching
Netflix This Week50TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The worst thing about falling in love with a TV show is that it might be cancelled before its story is finished. Not even Netflix, with its massive production budgets and ad-free streaming model, is immune to the need to wield the axe on a beloved series before its time. While some series’ demises are made inevitable by poor viewing figures or a critical panning – no content provider can expect t
As Hotels Struggle, One Chain Markets Rooms As An Escape From Your Spouse During Lockdown
51View from the Wing / 10h
Facing an unprecedented downturn, hotels are struggling to stay afloat. Some are turning to unconventional means to fill rooms, like providing luxury quarantine services or serving the homeless at risk for infection . One furnished apartment chain based in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo is taking a different route: they're marketing themselves as an escape for spouses at wits end with their partners during t
Judge denies Twitter effort to reveal US surveillance requests
Judge Twitter US Requests100+Engadget / 10h
Twitter has been thwarted in its six-year battle to offer greater transparency for US surveillance requests. District Judge Yvonne Gonalez Rogers has denied Twitter’s request for a summary judgment allowing it to reveal more details of the national security letters (NSLs) it receives, including the exact number instead of a range. The judge simultaneously granted the government’s request to dismi
How to Use Discord Templates
How-To Geek / 10h
Discord styles itself as “chat for gamers,” even though its broad functionality has made it an ideal tool for communication across a spectrum of activities. Use Discord’s server templates to give your one-of-a-kind community its own platform. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Cheap laptop deals available for up to $300 off at HP this weekend
44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Cheap laptop deals are offering some stunning HP laptop configurations for some equally spectacular prices. You'll find super charged machines sporting the latest 10th Gen i7 processors, lightning-fast SSDs, and bags of RAM for less this weekend, making it the perfect time to snag a steal. We're seeing everything from cheap and cheerful HP laptops starting at just $329.99 all the way through to t
This Week in Apps: Layoffs at VSCO, Google Play’s new guidelines, TikTok rolls out parental controls
100+TechCrunch / 10h
Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the Extra Crunch series that recaps the latest OS news, the applications they support and the money that flows through it all. The app industry is as hot as ever, with a record 204 billion downloads in 2019 and $120 billion in consumer spending in 2019, according to App Annie’s “State of Mobile” annual report. People are now spending 3 hours and 40 minutes per d
What is contact tracing?
300+TechCrunch / 10h
One of the best tools we have to slow the spread of the coronavirus is, as you have no doubt heard by now, contact tracing. But what exactly is contact tracing, who does it and how, and do you need to worry about it? In short, contact tracing helps prevent the spread of a virus by proactively finding people at higher risk than others due to potential exposure, notifying them if possible, and quar
Saturday's Best Deals: GameStop Pro Day, Razer Arcade Stick, $5 Amazon Video Comedies, and More
32Gizmodo / 11h
An advanced arcade stick , Gamestop’s Pro Day , a fancy foot massager , a s ale on Amazon Video comedies , and more are Saturday’s top deals. Read more...
Wanna Bake? Here's How to Make Cannabutter to Celebrate 4/20 At Home
79Gizmodo / 11h
Monday, April 20, was supposed to be the most epic 4/20 of our lifetime: the once-in-a-century date on which 4/20 can refer to either the day of the month or the year. But the spread of Covid-19, which has grown to more than 2.1 million cases and 140,000 deaths, 4/20/20 will be a more subdued day than I anticipated. Read more...
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite vs iPad 10.2: which is the best cheap tablet?
44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
While Samsung and Apple seem locked in head-to-head combat over the high-end tablet range, with the former's Galaxy Tab S6 and the latter's iPad Pro 2020 close competitors, Samsung's Galaxy Tab A devices haven't really challenged the base-line iPads much. Likely looking to fix that, Samsung put out the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite , a more affordable version of the non-Lite device with specs, and a low pri
No surprise: iPhone SE shipments might be delayed
iPhone Apple 2020 One62Mashable / 11h
Even in normal circumstances, Apple's new iPhones don't always ship on time. So it's no surprise that during the coronavirus pandemic there might be minor delays with the new iPhone SE. That's according to Apple's website, anyway The iPhone SE store page is giving arrival dates in early May for pre-orders of any new iPhone SE, which officially launches on April 24. As spotted by 9to5Mac , trying
Verizon's iPhone SE pre-order deal gets you a rare price cut on Apple AirPods
Verizon Pixel iPhone36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Apple's latest phone, the iPhone SE, is now available to pre-order with an affordable starting price of just $399. Verizon's current iPhone SE deal waives its activation fee with your pre-order purchase and gives you a 10% discount on Apple's latest model AirPods. The 2020 iPhone SE features Apple's most powerful chip, the A13 Bionic, and packs a 4.7-inch Retina display, Touch ID, and wireless ch
Fortnite posters and new leaks hint at Travis Scott in-game concert
SlashGear / 11h
It appears that Epic Games is planning another Fortnite in-game concert, at least based on some posters that have appeared on the battle royale island, as well as a new batch of leaks. The news follows the recent discovery of an in-game event codenamed ‘Jerky,’ which was noted as an addition to the same playlist used for the previous Marshmello … Continue reading
Samsung’s new ‘eco’ TV packing transforms into cat houses, shelves and magazine racks
500+TechCrunch / 11h
Here’s a nice thing. It’s not revolutionary or life-changing, but it’s nice. And right now we can all use a little bit of nice. Earlier this month, Samsung announced an addition to its line of “eco-packing” that will turn TV boxes in a wide variety of different “furniture.” I use furniture in quotes here because it is, in fact, still cardboard. As someone who has transformed a box or two into a p
Our readers think the Pixel 3a is a first-rate budget phone
100+Engadget / 11h
Senior Editor Chris Velazco was skeptical when he got some time with Google’s Pixel 3a last May. The company’s high-end flagship for 2018, the Pixel 3, scored well on the basis of its brilliant display, impressive camera algorithms and solid software upgrades. But could its premium feel and features be reproduced in a handset with a budget price point? The answer was a resounding yes. Chris was p
Nintendo may be working on a dual-screen Switch – here's why that's a great idea
52TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Rumors that a Nintendo Switch Pro is on the horizon have been floating around for a while now. Leaks suggest this new Nintendo Switch could boast upgraded hardware with improved graphics and processing power, providing a premium version of the console for avid gamers. Nintendo hasn't confirmed a Switch Pro is in the works, and the company has ruled out any hope of a new Switch console releasing i
Sony patents a cute robot for keeping you company while gaming
Sony PlayStation PS568TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Sony has form for cute little robot companions , and it looks as though the tech company could be working on another invention – specifically a gaming buddy robot that sits with you on the couch. That's as per a newly published patent spotted by IGN and available to view at the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). We wouldn't pay too much attention to the accompanying sketches though, which are
MoMA Now Offers Free Art Classes Online
500+Lifehacker / 11h
While New York’s Museum of Modern Art is closed to the public right now, its virtual doors are open in the form of a few free classes from the museum. Read more...
How to Delete a Page in Microsoft Word
How-To Geek / 11h
If you’re wanting to delete a page containing text, graphics, or other content in a Microsoft Word document, or if you’re wanting to get rid of that blank white page at the end of your report that won’t appear to go away, here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Seven app makes it tough to skip a workout, wherever you are
59Mashable / 12h
Work(out) From Home is a weekly column where we review smart fitness machines and apps in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. Thanks to technology, there are still plenty of ways to exercise if your gym is closed. Seven-7 minute workout app The Good Plenty of workouts • Easy to follow along • Great illustrations The Bad Very limited number of workouts for unlocked version • Pricey The Bottom Li
Teracube review: A sustainable phone you're not supposed to replace in 2 years
69Mashable / 12h
Teracube Phone $350 View Product The Good Great specs for the price • Four-year (!!!) warranty • Decent performance The Bad Camera isn't awful • but it's not a selling point • Awkwardly placed fingerprint sensor The Bottom Line Teracube's debut phone is a nice option for those who want a sustainable smartphone, but don't expect anything spectacular from it. ⚡ Mashable Score 3.5 😎 Cool Factor 4.0
Southwest Airlines Becomes New Biggest Airline In The World
21View from the Wing / 12h
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 ...
Space Photos of the Week: 50 Years After Apollo 13
200+Wired / 12h
The ill-fated mission is a testament to NASA's ability to overcome an unfortunate series of events, even while in space.
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