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All those electric vehicles pose a problem for building roads
1KArs Technica / 1h
Enlarge / "I think this might be the best-looking EV yet," Cars Technica's Jonathan Gitlin in 2018 about the Jaguar I-Pace. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) Last week, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee—the guy who, while running for president two years ago, proposed a nationwide ban on sales of gas-powered cars by 2030—vetoed a statewide ban on gas-powered car sales by 2030. The reason for the puzzling move, I
A New Math Shortcut Helps Describe Black Hole Collisions
2KWired / 32min
The calculations work even in cases where it shouldn’t, like when the black holes are close in size.
Don't Worry, Tizen Will Still Live on in Samsung's TVs
86How-To Geek / 3h
During Google’s I/O 2021 event, Samsung announced that it is joining forces with Google to merge the companies’ smartwatch operating systems into a new version of Wear OS. But while Samsung is abandoning Tizen on its wearables, the company will keep using Tizen on its smart TVs. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Garuda Indonesia Plans Major Restructuring, May Halve Fleet
39One Mile at a Time / 25min
Garuda Indonesia’s CEO has just warned of an imminent restructuring, which could see the airline shrinking by more than 50%. Garuda Indonesia could shrink massively Airlines around the world have struggled to cope with the coronavirus pandemic, given the massive drop we’ve seen in passenger demand. Garuda Indonesia CEO Irfan Setiaputra has warned staff of a comprehensive restructuring that’s need
A tearful 'SNL' cold open with the whole cast (plus Chris Rock!) reflects on our 'crazy' year
Mashable / 27min
It sure is dusty in here. Saturday Night Live 's 46th season finale opened not with a heightened and absurd take on modern politics or a string of knee-slapping pop culture references. Instead it went right for the feels, with the show's entire cast (minus Weekend Update hosts Michael Che and Colin Jost for some reason) taking a moment to look back on the thrills and terrors of unfurling an entir
Xiaomi Mi Pad 5: what we know about Xiaomi's upcoming iPad Pro rival
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 31min
Rumors suggest Xiaomi is shaping up to release its first tablet in many years; here's what we know about the device.
Air Canada Flight Attendants Can Now Display Tattoos And Delta Sky Club Buffets Are Back
View from the Wing / 32min
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 ...
Play More Games On PlayStation Plus While Learning To Make Your Own
Futurism / 48min
Video games manage to be high tech, big business, and serious art, and sometimes all three at once . Whether you want to better understand the games you play or think you can do the current scene one better, the Unity Game Developer Bundle features ten courses, and a year of PlayStation Plus, to prove it. PlayStation Plus not only lets you play online multiplayer, but it also offers two free game
Torched Earth Ale reveals what beer will taste like amid climate disaster
SlashGear / 1h
Scientists have been warning for years now that unmitigated climate change will result in vast changes to the Earth, including scarcity among certain crops that play a key role in the food chain. The beer company New Belgium has made an activist version of its popular Fat Tire ale called ‘Torched Earth’ that gives the public a real-world experience of … Continue reading
iPad Pro M1: what app developers can do with Apple’s new chipset
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
The iPad Pro 2021 is extremely powerful thanks to its M1 chipset – here's what app developers plan to do with all that Apple silicon.
Report: FAA To Downgrade Mexico Aviation Safety Rating
63One Mile at a Time / 1h
This could have major implications… FAA to downgrade Mexico safety rating to Category 2 Reuters is reporting that the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is intending to downgrade Mexico’s aviation safety rating from a Category 1 to a Category 2 in the coming days. This comes after FAA inspectors have conducted a lengthy review of Mexico’s aviation oversight. Apparently a meeting
Easy Ways to Sell, Donate, or Recycle Your Stuff
80Wired / 1h
If you're spring cleaning or just need to get rid of things, here's how to do it sensibly and safely—and perhaps make a profit.
How to Avoid App Store Scams
100+Wired / 1h
Apple’s and Google’s approval guidelines are notoriously lax—and they won’t keep out apps that are after your money and data. Here’s how to sniff them out.
What Does “SMTH” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
26How-To Geek / 1h
Have you ever been sent a sentence referring to “smth” and wondered what that’s supposed to mean? We’ll explain this internet abbreviation to you and tell you how to use it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Nvidia is preparing these older GPUs for the driver chopping block
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Nvidia’s GeForce GTX 600 and 700 models are soon to be left without performance optimizations for games.
Should I buy an LG NanoCell TV?
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
LG NanoCell TVs may not reach the height of its OLED range, but are they still worth buying? Here's what you need to know.
It's time for Skeuomorphism to return to iOS
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Opinion: After the change in appearance that iOS 7 brought, it’s time to see it return.
Millennials are entering a decade of despair. Here's how they can prepare.
48Mashable / 2h
Turning 40 can be a fraught experience at the best of times. But spare a thought for millennials, the baby-boomer-sized generation that demographers generally define as beginning in 1981. Not only are their elders now reaching the big four-oh in the wake of a global pandemic, with a financial crisis to match the one that hit in their late 20s. But to add insult to injury, a viral Medium post this
Spotify vs. Apple Music: Streaming service giants face-off
SlashGear / 2h
Spotify paved the way for this form of consuming music that lets one stream over the internet and enjoy based on mood, genre, and personal traits across various platforms. It is one of the fastest growing music streaming services – with no intention of slowing down – but not the only one. There are a handful of options, of which … Continue reading
HomePod and HomePod mini to support lossless Apple Music audio via an update
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The speakers will get lossless audio support eventually, though we're not sure when
With top picks for gaming, business, and more, which is the best HP laptop for you?
32Mashable / 3h
A good, dependable laptop is pretty much a must-have for anyone these days, especially with distance learning and work-from-home opportunities becoming more of the norm. The convenience of being able to set up and get down to business wherever there may be WiFi is completely unmatched. And sure, we all have smartphones that are basically tiny computers stashed in our pockets. But the power and pr
Save on a truly unique stock photography subscription
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Refresh your website or marketing materials with Scopio Authentic Stock Photography . As of May 23, get a lifetime subscription for only $99 — a 97% savings. For successful social media profiles , websites, presentations, or other marketing materials, good photos are essential. Since you're likely not going to go out into the world to take these beautiful images, there's a perfectly reason
Save 50% on a digital air pump for basketballs, volleyballs, and more
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of May 23, embrace the "ball is life" mentality with the Tech-Inflate Digital Air Pump , which is on sale for only $49.99 — a 50% discount. Basketball is a really fun way to get active. So, if you've got a deflated ball just collecting dust in the corner of your garage, it's time to bring it back to life. With the Tech-Inflate Digital Air Pump, you don't have to stress about pumping a b
Get a closer look at game development with these 10 hands-on courses on sale
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Want to create your own video games? Grab the Unity Game Developer Bundle on sale for only $69.99 as of May 23. They say you should make a career out of something you're passionate about. And if you're an avid gamer , there's no better way to make money than to learn how gaming works from the inside out. With the Unity Game Developer Bundle, you can learn how to do just that, without ever
Snag a refurbished Nintendo Wii U for under $250
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Expand your gaming options with a refurbished Wii U console , on sale as of May 23 for $235.99 — a 32% savings. Nintendo’s been killing it lately, with the Switch console still selling in record numbers. And the release of Animal Crossing: New Horizons last year sparked a cultural phenomenon and created a whole new generation of fans. So, it might seem silly to invest your money in a Wii U
Illuminate your nights with deals on flashlights, headlamps, and lanterns
Mashable / 3h
Whether you’re planning for a summer filled with hiking adventures, low-key backyard hangouts , or endless camping trips , you’re going to need some light to keep the fun going once the sun goes down. Plus, if there's an emergency situation, a good light source can be vital. Here are over a dozen flashlights, headlamps, and lanterns to brighten your evenings. As of May 23, they’re on sale for up
Black Panther 2: release date, cast, plot and everything you need to know about Wakanda Forever
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
How Black Panther 2 is coming to terms with the passing of star Chadwick Boseman.
Researchers Built a "Shapeshifting" CPU That's Impossible to Hack
54How-To Geek / 3h
Researchers at the University of Michigan developed a new computer processor, called Morpheus, that constantly changes its microarchitecture to thwart hacking attempts. In other words, it turns into a new computer even few seconds. Tests funded by DARPA show that the system is, for the time being, unhackable. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
There's a Big Ol' Garmin Electronics Sale Happening Right Now, Up to $100 Off
27How-To Geek / 3h
I’m a big fan of Garmin products. I’ve been using the company’s Edge cycling computers for years, and last year I switched to a Garmin watch, too. The thing is, they’re pricey products—but if you’ve had a Garmin on your wishlist, there’s a pretty solid sale going on at BikeTiresDirect right now. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Ghost of Google Reader Finds Its Way to New Chrome Canary Build
30How-To Geek / 3h
Before algorithms turned the web into an annoying, non-chronological mess of predictive and addictive content, people used simple RSS feeds to keep up with their favorite websites. Google shut down its wonderful Reader RSS platform nearly a decade ago, but the company is now experimenting with a new RSS system baked directly in Chrome. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
How do video doorbells work?
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
If you like the idea of a video doorbell but not sure how it works and what it does, then here’s all you need to know.
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Hackers can use smart plugs to break into your home network
56TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Experts were able to use the plugs to extract WiFi credentials, which could then be used to launch a more devastating attack.
The Apple Watch just took a massive step towards being my favorite running watch
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Now Spotify offline music playback is here, the Apple Watch is a much better fitness gadget
Save 82% on powerful online protection for all your devices
20Mashable / 8h
SAVE 82%: A three-year subscription to CyberGhost VPN is on sale for £1.99 per month as of May 23, and includes an extra three months for free. VPNs are the same as any other subscription service in that you get the best monthly rate if you're willing to commit. Not everyone is willing to sign up to something for years, but it's really not a big deal when it comes to CyberGhost VPN. This slick VP
Master Microsoft Azure with this prep courses and mock exams bundle
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: The Ultimate Microsoft Azure Administrator Bundle is on sale for £21.21 as of May 23, saving you 94% on list price. Just a few years ago, if you wanted an IT cloud systems expert position, you needed to learn Amazon Web Services (AWS) – the undisputed number one cloud services provider in the world. End of story. But there's a new kid in town called Microsoft Azure and it's quickly inched
This data science bootcamp is on sale for 97% off
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: The Dynamic Data Scientist Bundle is on sale for £21.21 as of May 23, saving you 97% on list price. "Data science" seems to the buzzy term these days. While it sounds super fancy, when you really break it down, it's just the ability to wrangle big data, analyse it, and turn it into actionable insights. These insights are used for anything from detecting fraud and determining credit worthin
Apple Didn’t Put an AirTag in the New Siri Remote Because It Doesn’t Think It’ll Get Lost in Your Couch
66Gizmodo / 10h
It is well known that one of the top complaints about Apple’s last Siri Remote for its Apple TV was its ability to get itself lost in the abyss of living rooms. Apple could have fixed this with its second-generation Siri remote by adding, for instance, a handy dandy AirTag. Apparently though, the company thought that… Read more...
Twitch Finally Adds Content Tags for Transgender, Black, and Other Communities
58Gizmodo / 11h
Starting next week, Twitch is adding more than 350 new community tags to its streaming platform related to gender, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ability, mental health, and other categories, the company said in a blog post Friday . Read more...
Residential Solar Power Lets You Save for Your Future While You Save the Planet
Futurism / 12h
Converting your home to solar energy sounds like a great idea in theory. However, actually taking the plunge can be a little intimidating. After all, while the cost of going solar is way lower than it used to be, we’re still talking about a significant investment. You need to be certain it will pay off. That’s why, if you are serious about residential solar power, the first thing you need to do i
Speed up your iPhone typing with some awesome keyboard shortcuts
32Mashable / 12h
Chances are, you use keyboard shortcuts regularly on your laptop or desktop, but how often do you use them on your iPhone? While the iPhone's limited keyboard doesn't offer as many keyboard shortcuts as a computer, there are some nifty keyboard tricks that will make you a faster and more efficient iPhone user, no matter what model of iPhone you own. Read on to learn some new tricks today. Sort yo
The top masturbation question people had during the pandemic
24Mashable / 12h
May is National Masturbation Month, and we're celebrating with Feeling Yourself , a series exploring the finer points of self-pleasure. When in doubt, Google it. Turning to a trusty search engine for answers to burning questions has been a popular practice for deca
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