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The LastPass Android App Contains 7 Trackers From Third Party Companies 😬
200+How-To Geek / 1h
When it comes to account security, using a password manager is generally a good idea. But what happens if that password manager is tracking what you’re doing and not even telling you? According to security researcher Mike Kuketz, the LastPass Android app has seven embedded trackers, and LastPass may not know what data they collect. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
PS5 restock: how to track the new console stock on Twitter – and get it fast
42TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Tracking PS5 stock has become important in 2021 as the new Sony console remains hard to find. Here's how to get alerted next time.
Huawei Mate X2 vs Galaxy Z Fold2: Head-to-head comparison
SlashGear / 50min
You’d have come to realize by now that foldable smartphones come for a premium. They are a luxury not meant for everyone. That said, the market of foldable phones is fiercely poised with Huawei introducing its third-generation handset in the Mate X2 that delivers a different, sleeker form factor than its predecessor. This new device unfolds an expensive rivalry by … Continue reading
Got an Old Tablet? Put It to Work in the Kitchen
How-To Geek / 10min
A lot of people have aging gadgets tucked away in a dusty drawer. One handy use that I’ve found for an old tablet is as a dedicated kitchen hub. This simple thing has really improved my cooking experience. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Omloop Het Nieuwsblad live stream 2021: how to watch cycling online from anywhere
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 34min
First UCI WorldTour 2021 cycling cobbled classic is today - here's how to watch cycling online and get a 2021 Omloop Het Nieuwsblad live stream.
Volkswagen is using its electric ID.Buzz van to test self-driving tech
54Engadget / 41min
Volkswagen at one time said its electric ID.Buzz van would reach dealerships by 2022 (that announcement has been removed but you can view it in the Internet Archive ), but news from its commercial division confirms that at least an unveiling is still on deck for next year. Beyond that, VW autonomous driving exec Christian Senger said "This year, for the first time, we are conducting field trials
Disney Plus on Chromecast: How to get it and start watching now
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
We discuss how you can access Disney Plus on Chromecast to watch your favorite movies and TV shows.
Vodafone's market-leading fibre broadband deals come to an end on Monday
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
Vodafone's incredible broadband deal will close up on Monday - get it before it's gone.
Sony’s State of Play outlined a boring few months for the PS5
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
Sony’s latest State of Play was a bit of a disappointment following last year’s PS5 launch hype.
Micro LED TV: the premium display tech explained
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
Will Micro LED take the crowning spot for premium TV technologies? Here's what you need to know and what the future of Micro LED TVs looks like.
Sony A7 IV release date, price, rumors and leaks
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
The Sony A7 IV rumors are growing, but when will see the successor to one of the best mirrorless cameras of all time?
OLED TVs probably won't get any smaller – here's why
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 42min
How small will OLED TVs be next year, and should you hold out for a 32-inch TV sporting an OLED panel? Here’s what you need to know.
Invest in Cryptocurrency And Support A Great Cause with This Giveaway
Futurism / 43min
Bitcoin started as an unusual experiment, and since then, it’s grown, in boom and bust, to the point where you can buy a Tesla with Bitcoin . Getting started, though, has become complex. Fortunately, for as little as $10 , you can get all the tools you need to invest, and support a great cause while doing it. What You Get Included in the bundle is: $8,000 worth of Bitcoin in Coinbase, one of the
Dramatic 'Ginny & Georgia' finale leaves us with plenty of questions
Mashable / 48min
Netflix's Ginny & Georgia is nothing like Gilmore Girls. The comparison was ostensibly made to create buzz around the former, which subsequently entered the world in the gargantuan shadow of its fast-talking, snow-covered predecessor. By the Season 1 finale, all Gilmore comparisons should be retired. Not because Ginny & Georgia has a particularly strong identity of its own, but because it has thr
Ring Video Doorbell Pro vs Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2: which smart doorbell should you choose?
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Find out what’s new as we compare the Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 with its predecessor and explain all the differences.
Monsters, mania and the unstoppable march of Pokémon
500+BBC News - Technology / 1h
Several waves of Pokémania have swept the globe, keeping this lucrative franchise relevant for 25 years.
Covid-19: How would an NHS vaccine passport app work?
500+BBC News - Technology / 1h
There is growing speculation that a certificate scheme could be built into the main NHS app.
Electric Buses Will Replace a Maryland School District's Gas-Guzzling Fleet
100+How-To Geek / 1h
In Maryland, the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Board of Education has signed a contract to convert its entire school bus fleet to all-eclectic. With over 1,400 school busses, it’s one of the largest bus fleets in the United States, and it will start with 326 electric buses in the next four years. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Amazon's Free IMDb Streaming Service Arrives on Chromecast with Google TV
100+How-To Geek / 1h
Amazon’s fledgling IMDb TV streaming service is now available on Chromecast with Google TV and other devices running the Android TV software. Like Crackle or The Roku Channel, IMDb TV is a free streaming service with hit shows and movies from Amazon Prime Video, Dreamworks, and even Disney. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Android App Sleep Tracking Might Be Less Terrible Soon
How-To Geek / 1h
Sleep tracking is easy to do if you own a smartwatch or fitness band, but your options are less robust if you’re using a smartphone. However, the Android development team has just made its low-power Sleep API publicly available to third-party developers, which opens up the door for more quality sleep tracking apps for smartphone users. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
The $4 Raspberry Pi Pico Can Now Run FUZIX, a UNIX Clone
100+How-To Geek / 1h
Who knew that the Raspberry Pi Pico would find itself in such strange situations just a month after release? Developer David Given has successfully ported a UNIX clone called FUZIX to the Pi Pico. Now old-school UNIX hackers can get their hands dirty with a $4 microcontroller. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
How One State Managed to Actually Write Rules on Facial Recognition
72NYT > Technology / 1h
Massachusetts is one of the first states to put legislative guardrails around the use of facial recognition technology in criminal investigations.
New iPhone? Grab a magnetic charger to go with it.
44Mashable / 1h
The iPhone 12 isn’t a huge departure from the iPhone 11 , but it does have a new MagSafe feature. It’s basically a small magnetic coil in the back of the phone that works with its "quick-attach" charging accessories. Here are a few magnetic chargers and charging accessories on sale as of Feb. 27. Add one to your collection and get charging. Magnetic Wireless Charger for iPhone 12 Sleek and minima
Interested in mechanical engineering? Learn more with this course bundle.
24Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Interested in mechanical engineering? Check out the The Complete Mechanical Engineer and Design Certification Bundle , on sale for 96% off. As of Feb. 27, get it for only $29.99. Mechanical engineers are both designers and problem solvers. If you’re interested in becoming one of them, this Mechanical Engineer and Design Certification Bundle presents a great opportunity to get started — or
It's time to make the ultimate bathroom upgrade: A bidet
Mashable / 1h
It's no surprise that home improvements are on plenty of people's minds these days. But between the kitchen updates and new paint, don't overlook the bathroom. One of the best upgrades you can make to your bathroom? A bidet . For a limited time, you can snag one of these porcelain throne add-ons for up to 36% off. Bliss BB-2000: Bidet Toilet Seat The Bliss BB-2000 features a three-in-one nozzle w
Need a new water bottle? Hydro Flask has tons for 30% off.
Mashable / 1h
SAVE 30%: Grab Hydro Flask products in retiring colors for 30% off as of Feb. 27. Plus, score free shipping on orders of $30 or more. If you don't have a Hydro Flask yet, why not? These iconic insulated bottles aren't just for Gen Z — folks of all generations can enjoy them. Inside a Hydro Flask, cold drinks stay chilly for up to 24 hours, and hot drinks stay warm for up to 12. Plus, thanks to do
Access tons of courses for entrepreneurs with one $30 subscription
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Commit to bettering yourself and your business with a lifetime subscription to MSTRMND Academy , on sale for $29.99 — a 97% savings — as of Feb. 27. If you want to set yourself up for success, you can build up your business knowledge a little bit each day through MSTRMND Academy . With an ever-expanding collection of courses and ebooks, MSTRMND Academy is a great resource. And for a limite
15 games, toys, and puzzles on sale this weekend
Mashable / 1h
After a year in quarantine, you might be running out of things to do. You've baked the cookies, finished the coloring books, and likely watched every Netflix series available for streaming. Ready to shake things up? We've compiled these games, toys, and creative projects guaranteed to keep you and your kids busy. They're on sale for up to 37% off as of Feb. 27, so snag them while you can. Nanopad
Xbox restock: how to track the Xbox Series X on Twitter this weekend
37TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Want to get an alert when Xbox Series X and Series S comes back in stock. Good news: it all comes down to Twitter.
Microsoft could be planning on unleashing ‘the new Windows’ soon
37TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
It’s unclear what ‘the new Windows’ might be, but it seems a good bet that it’s Microsoft’s fresh lightweight take on the OS.
The best Amazon Prime benefit is one you might not even know you have
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
If you have an Amazon Prime membership, you might be missing out on one of its lesser-advertised perks.
6 Copenhagen investors share their outlook on investing in 2021
81TechCrunch / 3h
While Denmark and Copenhagen don’t often come up as a destination for European startups, it has a thriving local tech scene that’s home to some of the better startup conferences. After all, who doesn’t want to visit Copenhagen? A highly educated population, great universities, excellent healthcare and great transport links to Europe make the city as good a place as any to start up a company. Amon
DAZN free trial: does it offer one and how do I sign up?
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
It streams the biggest sports all over the world, but does it have a free trial? We explain where you can get a DAZN free trial and how to sign up today.
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 switching to Wear OS doesn't make sense right now
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Unless Samsung has seen something big, this sounds like an odd move.
Microsoft is making the Windows 10 update process a whole lot easier
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Get everything you need in a Windows 10 update bundled in one download.
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Joseph Parker vs Junior Fa live stream: how to watch the fight online anywhere
29TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
It's a huge heavyweight showdown between two old rivals. Read our guide to get a Joseph Parker vs Junior Fa live stream and watch boxing online today.
Unblock video content from around the world with CyberGhost VPN
Mashable / 6h
SAVE 82%: A three-year subscription to CyberGhost VPN is on sale for £1.99 per month as of Feb. 27, and includes an extra three months for free. There are plenty of VPN features that really help with streaming, but server network might be the most important. The best VPNs provide access to thousands of servers located all around the world, meaning you can always find a speedy connection to anothe
Master Microsoft Teams and Outlook with this online training course
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: The Essential 2021 Microsoft Teams Training Course is on sale for £14.10 as of Feb. 27, saving you 88% on list price. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work forever. With many companies and organisations realising the merits of working remotely, the use of collaboration apps has definitely spiked — and Microsoft Teams is at the forefront. The platform has everything you need for
Save 97% on this Microsoft Azure certification prep bundle
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: The Complete 2021 Microsoft Azure Certification Prep Bundle is on sale for £27.52 as of Feb. 27, saving you 97% on list price. In the world of streaming services, it's Hulu versus Netflix. For delivery pizza, it's Domino's versus Pizza Hut. And when it comes to cloud computing, two major services dominate the space: AWS and Microsoft Azure. And while AWS feels like the biggest buzzword in
You can still get 3 months of Amazon Music HD for absolutely nothing
Mashable / 6h
SAVE OVER £40: A three-month subscription to Amazon Music HD is available for free, saving you over £40 on list price. We don't know about you, but when we hear about genuine freebies, it's normally too late. These sort of deals obviously don't tend to stick around for too long, and we always seem to just miss the deadline. We don't want this to happen to you. Until March 1, you can get a three-m
6 of the best dash cams for recording your every move
20Mashable / 6h
The thing about dash cams is that most people don't realise how useful these little cameras are until it's too late. A lot of drivers have either had an accident or been involved in an incident on the roads, and have really regretted not being equipped with a dash cam. Alternatively, you might simply be risk-averse and sensible, and you're planning on investing in a dash cam before you're filled
Facebook's BARS is an experimental TikTok-like app for rappers
76Engadget / 6h
Facebook's R&D division, the NPE Team , has introduced another experimental app that's centered around music. It's called BARS , and it's meant to give aspiring rappers a way to record their rhymes with the app's studio quality vocal effects and professionally created beats, as well as to share their videos on social media. Users can select from the several beats available, and if they write in-a
The Hyundai Ioniq 5’s cleverest trick happens when the EV is standing still
SlashGear / 8h
The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq 5 may be the automaker’s most dramatic – and appealing – production EV so far, but it’s the technology the automaker is pushing for when the electric hatchback is standing still that gives a taste of what’s to come. Announced earlier this week, the Ioniq 5 adopts a distinctly retro-futuristic aesthetic with its sharp creases and … Continue reading
Microsoft wants to use AI to unlock the potential of HPC
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Microsoft's new HPC & AI Collaboration Centers program aims to develop and share best practices for HPC and AI workloads.
A PlayStation Network outage is affecting certain games
100+Engadget / 9h
Just a day after a massive Xbox Live outage , Sony's PlayStation Network has been experiencing issues for several hours. The problem on this end is a bit different, and based on reports may only affect certain games. Sony's PSN Status page reports that "You might have difficulty launching games, apps, or network features" on platforms including the PS Vita, PS3, PS4 and PS5. Some people have had
Federal Authorities Confirm Sighting of Yet Another UFO, This Time in New Mexico
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Multiple authorities have confirmed that commercial airline pilots recently saw, well, something, hurtling through America’s southwestern skies. Read more...
NASA’s Perseverance rover carried a family portrait of its robotic siblings to Mars
500+Engadget / 10h
Like any good piece of high-tech hardware , NASA’s Perseverance rover features an Easter egg hidden in plain sight. Since landing on Mars on February 18th , NASA has been sharing thousands of photos captured by the rover. And if you look close enough, as Space did , you’ll catch a decal bolted to the top of its body. That decal depicts Perseverance and every single other NASA rover to successfull
Barack Obama and Springsteen team for Spotify podcast special
SlashGear / 10h
Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obama has teamed up to launch a podcast special called Renegades: Born in the USA for Spotify. The podcast will feature eight episodes, the first two of which were released this past Monday. The podcast will touch on a number of topics ranging from America’s future to fatherhood. Renegades: Born in the USA is the latest … Continue reading
I'm Packing My Bags to Visit the Real-Life Inspiration for Windows XP's Wallpaper
33Gizmodo / 10h
I don’t think about the iconic Windows XP wallpaper often, but when an article or a video comes across my social media feed reminding me of it, nothing but happy memories come flooding back. Thanks to a recent SFGate article, I feel like I’m lying in a soft patch of grass, a cool breeze washing over my skin. I can see… Read more...
What the NFT? VC David Pakman dumbs down the intensifying digital collectibles frenzy
100+TechCrunch / 10h
Non-fungible tokens have been around for two years, but these NFTs, one-of-one digital items on the Ethereum and other blockchains, are suddenly becoming a more popular way to collect visual art primarily, whether it’s an animated cat or an NBA clip or virtual furniture. “Suddenly” is hardly an overstatement. According to the outlet Cointelegraph, during the second half of last year, $9 million w
HBO Max, I Beg You, Give Me the Like and Dislike Buttons Already
Gizmodo / 10h
We’re creeping closer to the one-year mark and HBO Max is still tinkering with its platform. Read more...
The one-shot vaccine from Johnson & Johnson now has FDA support in the US
100+MIT Technology Review / 10h
An advisory board to the US Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously in favor of the first single-shot covid-19 vaccine, clearing the path for the health agency to authorize its immediate use as soon as tomorrow. The one-shot vaccine, developed by Johnson & Johnson, has the additional advantage of being easy to store, because it requires nothing colder than ordinary refrigerator temperature
How Bitcoin's vast energy use could burst its bubble
1KBBC News - Technology / 11h
Could the cryptocurrency's huge electricity consumption also sink it?
Very Cool: American Airlines Texting Elites As They Head To The Airport, May Even Block Middle Seats
37View from the Wing / 11h
I’ve heard from several Executive Platinum passengers recently who have received texts from Admirals Club agents shortly before they arrived at the airport. These usually welcome them and let them know the status of the club and Covid procedures. The texts aren't from an automated system - they're from an agent in the Admirals Club, which I think is a really nice touch. And it's gets better. Cont
Griddy Is Being Sued for $1 Billion for Allegedly Price Gouging During Texas Winter Storm
58Gizmodo / 11h
A Texas woman filed a class-action lawsuit this week to the tune of $1 billion in damages against Griddy, a Texas electricity retailer that the suit alleges engaged in illegal price gouging during the widespread outages that swept through the state last week. Read more...
Netflix’s next original anime will be set in the Terminator universe
SlashGear / 11h
Netflix plans to launch yet another original anime series, one that will be based on the Terminator universe, it announced on Friday. The new series will come from the anime studio Production I.G with Mattson Tomlin at the helm. The new show will join Netflix’s library of original anime content amid growing competition across the industry. Unfortunately, Netflix has very … Continue reading
Ros Atkins on... Is Facebook too powerful?
400+BBC News - Technology / 11h
Ros Atkins looks at the consequences of Facebook's power on events in Myanmar, Washington DC and Australia.
Autonomous vehicles could be vulnerable to attacks
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The AI systems in autonomous vehicles could be compromised which would lead them to malfunction while on the road.
We Are Tech Is the Exact Edtech Startup the U.S. Needs Right Now
Gizmodo / 11h
“The action of amplifying [Black voices] has been necessary, but what is the next step?” said Brittany Jenkins, the founder of the We Are Tech edtech startup. Jenkins is on the frontlines of working to foster diversity and equity in the tech industry. We Are Tech is not the first organization to address these issues,… Read more...
'Terraria' will hit Stadia after all
83Engadget / 11h
Terraria will come out Stadia after all. In a state of the game post spotted by Android Police , developer Re-Logic said it had resumed work on the port after settling its differences with Google. “After a month of pushing (and with the immense support of our fans), Google finally reached out and was able to provide a lot of transparency around the situation and to restore access to all of our ac
Ionos adds AMD hardware to server roster
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Intel-only shop acknowledges AMDs recent performance improvements.
Right-wing site Gab responds to 'alleged' data breach
76Engadget / 12h
The CEO of Gab — the right-wing haven that lost mainstream tech backing after violent attacks in 2018 — published a curious blog post denying that the company has suffered a data breach. While it mysteriously went offline for a short time a week ago, at the time it claimed the only problem was some kind of bitcoin wallet spam affecting only a few accounts. Alleged Data Breach – 26 February 2021 h
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 Review – Desirable Diesel
SlashGear / 12h
Out in the midwest, a bright red 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 Duramax Turbo-Diesel will turn more heads than a supercar. Welcomed by my new pickup brethren with raised thumbs, nonchalant nods, and turning heads, it was a stark reminder that – for much of the US – the flexibility and styling of a truck still makes them the go-to … Continue reading
BLUETTI EP500: Giant 5100 watt hour solar battery that allows you to cut the cord to the electrical grid
100+SlashGear / 12h
As an innovative pioneer in the renewable energy industry, BLUETTI established its name in the off-grid power world with cutting edge, reliable power station product lineups. In addition to medium and small size portable power stations, they are also dedicated to research and development of high-power, large-capacity solar battery storage products. In July 2020, Bluetti made the initial move to …
FDA advisers recommend EUA for Janssen’s single-shot COVID-19 vaccine
SlashGear / 12h
The Food and Drug Administration’s vaccine advisers have officially recommended that Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen single-shot COVID-19 vaccine receive an Emergency Use Authorization, which will make it the first single-shot vaccination against SARS-CoV-2 in the US. With this recommendation in place, the EUA is expected to drop any time now. Unlike the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines currently
Daily Crunch: Facebook launches rap app
200+TechCrunch / 12h
Facebook unveils another experimental app, Atlassian acquires a data visualization startup and Newsela becomes a unicorn. This is your Daily Crunch for February 26, 2021. The big story: Facebook launches rap app The new BARS app was created by NPE Team (Facebook’s internal R&D group), allowing rappers to select from professionally created beats, and then create and share their own raps and videos
Americans Are Warming Up to Covid-19 Vaccines, Poll Finds
77Gizmodo / 12h
More Americans are willing to get a covid-19 vaccine, new polling suggests. According to a survey run by the Kaiser Family Foundation, Americans are more likely to have been vaccinated or to want vaccination in February than they were a month ago, while the percentage of people who want to wait and see has declined as… Read more...
LastPass Android app has some sneaky tracking software hidden away
54TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
LastPass uses trackers in its Android app to improve its service though their existence could induce risks.
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