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How to See a Comet That Won't Be Visible for Another 6,000 Years

NASA Comet NEOWISE
5KLifehacker / 6h
Thanks to COVID-19, you may not get to take your kids to the planetarium any time soon. But if they’re into astronomy, you’re in luck, because we should be able to see a comet starting tonight. Known as Comet C/2020 F3 (NEOWISE) for science reasons, it’s been visible at dawn a few times this month, but will be making… Read more...

The Tricky Math of Herd Immunity for Covid-19

8KWired / 7h
When will a disease stop spreading through a population? The formula is simple, but the variables are much more complicated.

Netflix's The Old Guard Dug Deep to Bring the Comics to Life

200+Gizmodo / 26min
In both Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernández’s The Old Guard and director Gina Prince-Bythewood’s new film based on the comic book series, a group of seemingly immortal warriors from different time periods all band together to commit their lives to ridding the world of its societal evils. None of the big bads they take on… Read more...


'Star Trek: Lower Decks' trailer shows space as 'the funnest frontier'

55Mashable / 24min
Space: the funnest frontier?! That's how Ensign Boimler, a lower deck crew member of the U.S.S. Cerritos, describes it. And if the trailer for this new animated Star Trek show is any indication, we believe it. CBS All Access released a trailer for Star Trek: Lower Decks on Sunday. It features the antics and adventures of the "lower deck" crew members who are charged with tasks like cleaning out p

Labour joins Facebook advert boycott over 'hateful material'

500+BBC News - Technology / 29min
The party says it will not advertise on the site "in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter" movement.

As Airlines Lay Off Thousands Of Workers, They Get Rid Of The Best And Keep The Worst

View from the Wing / 37min
Early in the pandemic I warned you to be indispensable in your job , that we were in recession and work from home couldn't be an excuse to let up at work. A lot of jobs would be lost and you needed to position yourself so that yours wouldn't be one of them. In normal times performance matters at work. That's not true at airlines, and certainly not true during these times. Non-union workers are be

Watch Ubisoft's summer games show right here at 2:40pm ET

Watch Ubisoft Forward 2
66Engadget / 41min
It’s Ubisoft’s turn to show off this summer, after live virtual events from Sony, Microsoft and EA. Ubisoft has prepared a 45-minute, pre-recorded stream that kicks off at 3pm ET — but we’ll be live on the Engadget YouTube channel at 2:40pm ET to put the entire show into context. Then, watch the show alongside Engadget UK bureau chief Mat Smith and myself, and we’ll break down the news and traile

COVID-19 patient's last words to nurse: 'I thought this was a hoax, but it's not'

40Mashable / 43min
As people across the United States continue to ignore the severity of the coronavirus pandemic, medical professionals like Jane Appleby, Chief Medical Officer at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, are feeling compelled to speak out. In video shared by NBC News 4 San Antonio , Appleby can be seen explaining what COVID-19 cases have been like across her city, and recalling a tragic tale of a

VR time machine helps an inventor relive his past

56Engadget / 59min
Life is made of fleeting moments that you may easily forget, but one inventor might have found a way to remember it... much of it, anyway. As PetaPixel reports , Lucas Rizzotto recently developed a virtual reality “time machine” that lets him revisit any moment recorded using camera-equipped Snap Spectacles . He just needs to dial in a Back to the Future -style “destination time” to see what he w

Two months after infection, COVID-19 symptoms persist

100+Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge As the COVID-19 pandemic continues unabated in many countries, an ever-growing group of people is being shifted from the "infected" to the "recovered" category. But are they truly recovered? A lot of anecdotal reports have indicated that many of those with severe infections are experiencing a difficult recovery, with lingering symptoms, some of which remain debilitating. Now, there's a sm

How the weather affects your flight — the atmosphere and winds

The Points Guy / 1h
Brits devote an abnormally large part of their conversation to the weather. Awkward silence in a lift? Talk about the weather. Spending time with your grandparents? Talk about the weather. Caught in a freak downpour? Talk about the weather. Yet, it’s no surprise, as this phenomenon, which we have no control over, plays such an important part in everyday lives. This is even more so if you’re a pil

Ubisoft Says It Won't Address Misconduct Issues During Today's Digital Showcase

400+Gizmodo / 1h
Ubisoft’s big gaming showcase event today will be full of hype for upcoming Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry releases, but it won’t mention the stream of allegations, resignations and overall upheaval happening as a result of weeks of reports about sexual misconduct across many parts of the publisher. Read more...

Tesla's Model Y is the latest SUV to have its price slashed

100+Mashable / 1h
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to take a toll on the automotive industry, companies like Tesla are having to make some changes. On Saturday, Reuters reported that Tesla has lowered the price of yet another one of its vehicles, the Model Y mid-sized SUV. The Model Y, which was revealed back in March 2019 , launched in March 2020 at $52,990 (Long Range model). According to Tesla's website ,

Aman Selling Gift Cards With 20% Bonus (Updated Terms)

28One Mile at a Time / 1h
Update : I first wrote about this promotion a couple of days ago, but wanted to provide an update, as Aman has significantly adjusted the terms and dates of this promotion for the worse after it was launched (which isn’t cool, if you ask me). Lately we’ve seen a lot of travel brands get creative when it comes to generating revenue . With so many businesses having liquidity issues, we’re seeing co

Get $40 off a $40 purchase by signing up for a Target RedCard debit or credit card

The Points Guy / 1h
Here at TPG we generally advise against opening up store-specific credit cards, as they tend to offer inferior rewards and welcome bonuses. However, if you shop enough at the same store it might be worth running the numbers to see if a certain card makes sense for you, and the Target RedCard is a great choice. Doctor of Credit is reporting that you can now earn $40 off a future $40 purchase when

What will happen to the Hagia Sophia now that it’s a mosque again?

78Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge (credit: Maksym Kozlenko / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) The 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, will become an active mosque beginning on July 24, ending its 85-year run as a secular museum. Byzantine Emperor Justinian I ordered the building's construction in 532 CE; for nearly 1,000 years, its 55.6 meter (180 ft) dome covered the largest indoor

Multiple top Ubisoft execs out amid toxic workplace allegations

Ubisoft Allegations
35Mashable / 2h
On a day when Ubisoft expected to be celebrating a hefty lineup of hyped reveals, attention is focused instead on the French publisher's failures. Three top executives are leaving the company in the midst of reports detailing a toxic workplace where sexual misconduct allegations are an alarmingly common occurrence. The details started to come out in late June, in the midst of a wider spate of #Me

Three Ubisoft executives leave amid misconduct allegations

Ubisoft Allegations
59Engadget / 2h
More executives are leaving Ubisoft in the wake of misconduct allegations . The company has announced (via Kotaku ) that Chief Creative Officer Serge Hascoët has resigned immediately after Libération claims he enabled misconduct by other executives, including Tommy François. The publisher’s Managing Director for Canadian studios, Yannis Mallat, has also left immediately after multiple allegations

11 of the coolest airport hotels in Europe

The Points Guy / 2h
They may not be the most luxurious and highly desired hotels in the world, but the lodging options nearby or even inside major international airports today are getting decidedly less gray. Long considered the ugly duckling of the hotel industry — the places where you would never stay by choice but only by dint of a missed flight or perhaps a severe storm impacting departures — airport hotels are

Apple warns against closing MacBooks when using webcam covers

Apple MacBook 2021
SlashGear / 2h
If you use a webcam cover, you should remove it before closing your MacBook, according to a new advisory from Apple. The company warns that closing a MacBook, including the Air and Pro models, while using a webcam cover may result in damage to the laptop’s display due to minimal clearance between it and the keyboard. Instead, Apple encourages users … Continue reading

One Hotel Will Charge You $10,000 If You Get Fed Up With The Service And Leave

23View from the Wing / 3h
The 70,000 point per night Kimpton Seafire Resort on Grand Cayman offers pretty good award availability, but you’d better not have an emergency while you’re there and have to leave early – or get fed up with service failures either and decide to leave – because the hotel’s rules say they impose a $10,000 early departure fee. Continue reading ...

Australia Will Start Charging For 14-Day Quarantine

200+One Mile at a Time / 3h
Australian taxpayers will no longer be footing the bill for those international travelers arriving in Australia. Australia’s 14-day quarantine requirement As part of its strategy to minimize the spread of coronavirus, Australia has more or less closed its borders. Only citizens and residents are currently allowed to travel to the country, and passengers arriving on international flights are subje

Why the Canon EOS R5 is a landmark video camera, but overkill for most people

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The Canon EOS R5 is a unique video camera, but a director tells us why it's overkill for most people – even some pros.

Take a Deep Dive into AI with this $35 Training Bundle

Futurism / 3h
It’s not an exaggeration to say that when it comes to the future of human progress, nothing is more important than Artificial Intelligence (AI). Although often thought to only be associated with everyday entities such as self-driving cars and Google search rankings, AI is in fact the driving force behind virtually every major and minor technology that’s bringing people together and solving humani

How to ensure you have lounge access on your next flight

The Points Guy / 3h
Airports can be stressful. Thousands of travelers all heading in different directions, boarding calls, overpriced food and drinks, duty free mazes, flights closing and lines everywhere. A great way to relax before your next flight is to spend some time in an airport lounge. These can be sanctuaries from the madness of the terminal and allow you the chance to put your feet up, have a meal, raise a

After Math: With the kids away, it's time to play

57Engadget / 3h
Since it looks like the fall school semester is happening whether we’re ready for it or not , you’ll finally have dibs on “next game” on that console your kids have been bogarting for the past quarantined four months. Lucky for you, there are plenty of upcoming titles — and some solid streaming selections — to help you fill the day while your kids hit the books. Blizzard Blizzard makes it free to

Capri, Sicily and beyond: Which of the hundreds of Italian islands is best for your next vacation?

The Points Guy / 3h
As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests that you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. And we’ll be here to help you prepare, whether it’s next month or next year. You’ve likely heard of (or maybe even visited) Italian islands like Sicily or Capri. But Italy has more than 450 i

Qualcomm to invest $97 million in India’s Reliance Jio Platforms

300+TechCrunch / 4h
Qualcomm has become the newest high-profile backer of four-year-old Reliance Jio Platforms , which has raised more than $15.7 billion in the past 12 weeks from as many investors. On Sunday evening, Qualcomm Ventures said it will invest $97 million in Reliance Jio Platforms to acquire a 0.15% equity stake “on a fully diluted basis” in the top Indian telecom operator. Reliance Jio Platforms, which

Apple AirPods sale: the all-new AirPods Pro hit lowest price ever

TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
This Apple AirPods sale includes a $30 price cut on the all-new AirPods Pro and deals on the 2019 AirPods.

Incredible vinyl-like super SSDs could make hard disk drives obsolete

100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
If you want a solid-state storage device that offers huge capacity and performance, but also want to save some money, think wafer-level SSD.

Best PS4 cooling stations: the top cooling stands, fans and stations

TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
These PS4 cooling stations should keep your console at optimal temperature

How to Quit Your Doomscrolling Habit

200+Lifehacker / 4h
If you’re someone who reaches for your phone as soon as you wake up (other than to turn off the alarm), you may find yourself scrolling through your newsfeed or social media channels out of habit. It can start out innocently enough: quizzes to find out which Golden Girl you are, pictures of your friends’ kids drawing… Read more...

Peacock TV: release date, devices, cost, shows and what we know about NBC's streaming service

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NBCUniversal is rolling out its new streaming service this week with three pricing tiers - one of which will be free.

The rumors are true: These are all cakes.

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100+Mashable / 4h
If you're feeling slightly traumatized from seeing a gorgeous pair of Crocs sliced in half, a roll of toilet paper demolished, or a lively-looking plant hacked apart with a giant knife, just know you're not alone. It's a bit unnerving to watch everyday objects be carved up on your social media timelines without warning, but if you keep watching, you'll learn that these objects are, in fact, all e

Superhot: Mind Control Delete game will be free for most fans

SlashGear / 4h
Popular time-bending shooter game Superhot is getting a new sequel that will be free for game owners. Called Superhot: Mind Control Delete, the developers are promising longer gameplay with more insight into the unique world, as well as additional storylines. The same basic mechanics remain, however — players will be tasked with shooting opponents in a world where time only … Continue reading

Somehow, Microsoft is the best thing to happen to Chrome

32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Opinion: Microsoft’s involvement in the Chromium project has made Google’s Chrome browser better than ever.

How to Delete Your Spotify Account

37How-To Geek / 4h
Stopped using Spotify and switched to another service? If you don’t want to keep your account dormant, you can permanently close your Spotify account. Here’s how you can delete your Spotify account in a couple of clicks. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Log In to Ubisoft Uplay, Get a Free Copy of 'Watch Dogs 2' on PC

43How-To Geek / 4h
Ubisoft plans to show off Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Watch Dogs: Legion, and a mess of other next-gen games during its Forward Showcase today at 3 PM ET. To drum up hype for its high-budget game trailers, Ubisoft is giving away free copies Watch Dogs 2 for everyone who logs into Ubisoft Uplay on their PC. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Qatar Airways Privilege Club Offering New Member Bonus

27One Mile at a Time / 4h
It’s fairly rare to see an airline loyalty program offer a compelling bonus for new members nowadays, but that’s exactly what we’re seeing from Qatar Airways. Qatar Airways Privilege Club is offering new members who register with the promo code JOIN2020 : 2,500 bonus miles at the time of enrollment 5,000 bonus miles plus 50 Qpoints upon completion of their first Qatar Airways flight (this will be

Inside the Milan Hotel That Housed Covid-19 Patients

92Wired / 4h
Photographer Alberto Bernasconi donned full protective gear to capture the scene of "guests" isolating in the four-star hotel.

How to Reach Emotional Sobriety & Why It Matters

100+Lifehacker / 4h
When we think of sobriety, it’s usually in terms of no longer using alcohol or recreational drugs, but it’s more complicated than that. According to the definition in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), sobriety means “not being intoxicated,” then goes on to explain that sobriety is more… Read more...

Flight Attendant Goes On Worst Date Ever, Winds Up In Dubai Jail

25View from the Wing / 5h
On June 21 an Emirates flight attendant was arrested in Dubai while on a first date. UAE police raided the man’s apartment while they were both there, and found two joints of marijuana. Police took them both into custody, and she’s been held ever since. Reports are that the 23 year old British expat, Derrin Crawford, has fallen ill with septic tonsilitis while in jail. Continue reading ...

Bora Bora for the day: What to do while your cruise is in port

The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s Note: As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests that you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. We will be here to help you prepare, whether it is next month or next year. French Polynesia cruises are slated to resume in July. Bora Bora — home to the always-romantic overw

How to Trick Your Brain to Remember Almost Anything

2KWired / 5h
Four-time USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis and psychological scientist Julia Shaw explain how to boost your memory skills.

The Fitbit Charge 4 is getting some useful new features via a software update

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If you've got one of Fitbit's latest fitness trackers wrapped around your wrist, these are the new features you're getting.

Select Your 2020 Marriott Choice Benefits

100+One Mile at a Time / 6h
One of the positive aspects of the Starwood Preferred Guest program that Marriott Bonvoy adopted is Choice Benefits. Now that some Bonvoy members have a lot of elite nights in spite of lack of travel this year, I wanted to recap how this benefit works. What are Marriott Choice Benefits? In addition to the standard published program benefits that apply with every stay, elite members are able to se

Hybrid Remote Work Offers the Worst of Both Worlds

200+Wired / 6h
Post-pandemic, many companies plan to allow employees to work from home and a main office. But trying to do both ensures neither experience is good.

5 Star Wars stories that should be games

TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
With Star Wars: Squadrons preparing for launch, here’s five other Star Wars stories we’d like to see turned into games.

How to Quickly Switch to Windowed Mode in Almost Any PC Game

50How-To Geek / 6h
Windows PC games often let you choose to play them either in full-screen mode or in a window on your desktop. You don’t have to dig through settings to change this—just press this keyboard shortcut to switch between windowed and full-screen mode in games. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Pamper Your Dog with a Pawsome Monthly Subscription Box

24How-To Geek / 6h
Every dog owner knows there’s no limit when it comes to spoiling their pup with treats, toys, and grooming items. With one of these dog-friendly subscription boxes, you can give your pooch fun, brand-new goodies every month. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Must Have Accessories for Better Photo Edits

32How-To Geek / 6h
Photography doesn’t stop when you press the shutter release. A huge part of making great images is what comes after: the editing. And, there’s some gear you can get to make it easier, faster, and better. Your camera and lenses aren’t the only things that might need an upgrade. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Violence prevention study reveals the unique gun culture in each US state

25SlashGear / 6h
When it comes to discussing firearms and violence prevention in the United States, gun culture presents a big stumbling block — what will work in some places may not be effective in other regions, something largely due to how firearms are viewed differently depending on where you look. A new study has identified three specific ‘gun cultures’ in the US … Continue reading

Fitbit Charge 4 wearable update adds Dynamic GPS and Smart Wake alarm

Fitbit 4 Smart Wake
SlashGear / 6h
Fitbit has released an update for its Charge 4 smartwatch, adding new features that improve its usefulness as a wake-up device while also improving battery life. The changes arrive in update v1.96.29. With this, users will be able to get their watch to wake them up at the ideal time, avoiding alarms that go off during deep sleep. As well, … Continue reading

Splat With the Best of Them With a Digital Copy of Splatoon 2, Only $40

20Gizmodo / 6h
Splatoon 2 (Digital) | $40 | Amazon Read more...

New Star Trek shows: every future series, from Strange New Worlds to Lower Decks

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We've rounded up all seven of the upcoming Star Trek series we know about.

United Responds To American Airlines Pulling Pacific Flights From LAX

33View 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 ...

Dyson Airwrap Review: A Pricey Curling Iron, Blow Dryer, and Hot Air Brush in One

100+Wired / 7h
Dyson's Airwrap does all the heavy lifting for you, for a price.

Camera-centric Vivo X50 series to launch in India on July 16

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The Vivo X50 series will come to India on July 16, marking the company’s return to the premium segment.

Hawaii Plans To Delay Tourism Reopening

300+One Mile at a Time / 7h
Hawaii was supposed to restart tourism as of August 1, 2020, but it looks like that will no longer be happening… unsurprisingly. Hawaii’s current 14-day quarantine In late March Hawaii introduced a 14-day quarantine for anyone coming to the state . This has been extended a few times, and currently it’s required for arrivals through July 31, 2020. Up until now there has been no option to get teste

These Black Founders Succeeded In Spite of Silicon Valley

200+Wired / 8h
Spurned by traditional venture capital firms, three businesspeople turned to other funders, government contracts, and their own savings to launch companies.

How Two-Factor Authentication Keeps Your Accounts Safe

300+Wired / 8h
Here are some of the best authenticator apps and options. It may take a moment to set up, but once you have 2FA enabled where it counts, you can rest easier.

Microsoft wants to kill off Linux malware for good

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Linux systems will get extra protection from all-new Microsoft Project Freta.

F1 live stream: how to watch Austria's Styrian Grand Prix online from anywhere right now

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As Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton looks to kickstart his 2020 season in Austria, here's how to live stream F1 and watch the Styrian Grand Prix online today.

Yes, alternative meat can help stop climate change. Here's why.

83Mashable / 8h
We live in a rapidly-warming world that is saturated in meat. Even in the wake of a pandemic that shuttered processing plants, raised prices, and boosted sales of alternative meat , the $1.7 trillion global animal meat industry didn't go anywhere. Beef is still a staple at supermarkets, restaurants and family tables across the U.S. (Pork remains the most popular meat in most of Europe and Asia).

'Fall Guys' brings mini-game battle royale to PS4 and Steam on August 4th

62Engadget / 8h
If you want a battle royale-like experience but want something more family-friendly than Call of Duty or Fortnite , you won’t have to wait much longer. Mediatonic and Devolver have announced that Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout will be available on PS4 and Steam on August 4th. It’s not quite as ambitious as originally intended, with ‘only’ 60 players per round instead of 100, but it still appears ev

How to Set a Room’s Mood with Smart Lighting

49How-To Geek / 8h
Color can affect your mood. Businesses spend thousands of dollars each year researching which colors of decor will encourage customers to drop the most dough when they walk through the door. You can also use this mental trick to set the mood in a room with just the color of your lights. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

The new Google Nest speaker could be unveiled on July 13

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Get ready for a new smart home speaker from Google, which we're assuming offers more audio oomph than the Google Nest Mini.

Tesla Gigafactories – What’s the future plan?

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24SlashGear / 9h
Elon Musk is headstrong about his vision for a world where sustainable energy fulfills a major chunk of our life’s needs. Elon kick-started his vision with the first-ever Tesla Roadster making it to production lines in February 2008 and then completing a batch of 500 cars by June 2009. That was an eye-opener for the world as Tesla’s battery technology … Continue reading

If there is a Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, it really needs a 21:9 aspect ratio

28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 will likely be way too big, but that doesn't need to be a problem.

Is antivirus software necessary in 2020?

44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Is the obvious answer still the correct one, and are you very foolish to go without antivirus?

What We're Watching: 'Monsters' Is the 80s Horror Show You Need Right Now

60How-To Geek / 10h
Monsters is the creation of Richard P. Rubinstein, a producer whose resume includes classics like Creepshow, Tales from the Darkside, Pet Sematary, and Dawn of the Dead. For some people, that’s enough of a reason to start watching. But the uninitiated (or uninterested) might need a bit of convincing. That’s where I come in—I’m the guy who tells you that Monsters is worth watching! Read This Artic

Instagram Is Rolling Out Pinned Comments to All Users

63How-To Geek / 10h
Instagram recently announced the public rollout for its pinned comments feature. The new feature allows you to pin three comments to the top of a post and encourage positive conversations. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

20 fitness deals for building your home gym that aren't sold out

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32Mashable / 10h
If you've been attempting to build out your home gym over the past few months, you're likely familiar with this term: "Temporarily out of stock." If you're sick and tired of failing to find workout gear that's actually available and being price-gouged by Craigslist ads, here are some options we found. All available. All on sale. Cardio equipment for breaking a sweat Vortex VX3 Fluid Assist® AR Wa

Just say no to night sweats with this premium cooling mattress on sale

Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: Get a good night's rest with a GhostBed® Luxe 13" cooling mattress for as low as $1,221,99, a 29% savings as of July 12. Cooler sleep equals better sleep. A temperature of about 65 degrees is considered ideal for your body to rest comfortably throughout the night, according to science . But achieving that optimal temperature all night long? Much more complicated than it seems – especially

Don't just learn a new language. Actually speak it with this deal on Busuu.

20Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: Take half off a 2-year subscription to the Busuu Language Learning Premium Plus app , dropping the price to just $89.99 as of July 12. You can't really say you speak another language unless you know how to use it in various contexts – as in, going beyond asking where the bathroom is. Oh, and copying and pasting into Google Translate doesn't count either. Feeling attacked? Maybe you should

Bring this UV sterilizer on your next road trip to kill germs as you go

40Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: Kill germs with The Link's UV and ozone sterilizer for $99.99, a 20% savings as of July 12. UV light is pretty magical. Not only does it have the ability help your body to produce vitamin D, but it also has the power to irradiate and destroy the DNA of many bacteria and viruses. So when it comes to the dirtiest things in your life ( *cough * your smartphone), you'll want something with tha

These flash drives and hard drives guard your data with military-grade encryption

42Mashable / 10h
There is some information that should only be seen by your eyes – personal finances, family photos, professional files, passwords. Need we continue? But in the digital age, it seems like there's no safe way to store these extremely sensitive files. Sure, cloud storage is easy, but it's not always reliable or secure. SSDs are great, but if they fall into the wrong hands, your data is as good as go

MacBook display could be cracked by camera cover, Apple warns

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The MacBook crack’d: case of the damaged display solved by Apple.

The best 2-in-1 laptop 2020 in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the rest of the Middle East

100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Alongside the impressive HP Spectre x360 15T (2019), these are the best 2-in-1 laptops around.

Will the iPhone 12 be Apple's first 5G phone?

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Lots of phones now have 5G but so far the iPhone doesn't, so will the iPhone 12 change that?


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