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Your Gas Stove Is Leaking Methane Even When It’s Off

The upper stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is on course to hit the far side of the Moon in March, and it might not actually be a bad thing. Normally, when space junk hits something, it's a cause for concern, and no one can say that leaving a bunch of space trash on another world is a good thing. But in this case, the impact might actually help scientists learn something about the Moon. What's on

Gas Stoves Climate•

Gizmodo / 4h

It turns out that even when your gas stove is off, it’s still a complete disaster . Read more...

Preorder 'Pokémon Legends: Arceus' for $5 off (and get an exclusive in-game outfit)

Mashable / 4h

PREORDER: The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch game Pokémon Legends: Arceus comes out this Friday, Jan. 28. Reserve a copy through Amazon ahead of time and you'll get $5 off the game (from $59.99 to $54.99) plus an exclusive in-game outfit. The reviews are trickling in for Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Game Freak's upcoming action RPG for the Nintendo Switch — and from the sound of things, it's one

Here’s how far VCs have lowered revenue expectations for seed through Series B

TechCrunch / 4h

New data from Kruze Consulting shows just how much the venture capital fundraising market has changed for startups in the last few quarters. Kruze, which provides accounting, tax and venture capital-related services to private tech companies, has access to hard data regarding startup performance. Healy Jones , vice president of financial planning and analysis at Kruze and a former venture capital

Particulate pollution is killing older Americans, even at legal levels

42Ars Technica / 4h

Enlarge / Exhaust from fossil fuel vehicles is a significant contributor to PM2.5 pollution in the US. (credit: Ina Fassbender/picture alliance) At the outset of the pandemic, when lockdowns were widespread, a remarkable phenomenon occurred. Places that had been saturated with pollution suddenly cleared. The sky over Los Angeles turned blue. Snow-capped mountain ranges that were normally obscured

Vets Are Furious About the Latest Designer Dog Trend: Hairless Frenchies

Gizmodo / 4h

Veterinarians in the UK aren’t too pleased with the breeders behind the country’s first known litter of hairless French bulldogs. They argue that it’s only the latest example of how “extreme breeding” is harming the long-term health of these short-faced dogs, who already face a higher risk of certain medical problems.… Read more...

Making Money Online, the Hard Way

49NYT > Technology / 4h

How does a TikTok star make a living? In a zillion different ways.

FTC: US consumers lost $770 million in social media scams in 2021, up 18x from 2017

FTC Social Media 2021•

42TechCrunch / 4h

A growing number of U.S. consumers are getting scammed on social media, according to a new report by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which revealed that consumers lost $770 million to social media scams in 2021 — a figure that accounted for about one-fourth of all fraud losses for the year. That number has also increased 18 times from the $42 million in social media fraud reported in 2017, th

Netflix HDR update is good news for Google Pixel owners

SlashGear / 4h

Chris Burns/SlashGear Netflix has just announced some good news for Google Pixel owners: You can now watch (some of) your favorite shows and movies in HDR and HD quality. When a new device comes out, Netflix doesn’t immediately add HD and HDR support, and owners of these phones or tablets typically have to wait until the necessary software support is put in … Continue reading

Philips looks to take on Sonos with its new Fidelio Wireless AV platform

Holocaust Memorial Day: TikTok launches plan to fight Holocaust denial

Philips has taken the wraps off a new multi-room speaker platform called Fidelio Wireless AV that can act as a control center for your Philips speakers and TVs. According to Philips, the Fidelio Wireless AV is based on DTS’ popular Play-Fi system and says that once you’re set up with it, it’ll be easy to control playback between compatible TVs, mobile devices, soundbars, and speakers located thro

TikTok UNESCO Holocaust•

39BBC News - Technology / 4h

The video-sharing platform teams up with Unesco and the World Jewish Congress to educate users.

7 ways to earn miles for your next vacation without leaving the house

The Points Guy / 4h

The coronavirus pandemic changed just about every facet of our daily lives, including how we eat, shop and travel. For many people, the extended quarantines and lockdown of 2020 also forced them to rethink their points and miles-earning strategies, many of which had depended on travel or points earned from shopping in person. Luckily, there are a number of great ways to pad your points and miles

How to Customize Your Favorites Feed on Instagram

How-To Geek / 4h

Instagram’s Favorites feed shows you posts only from people on your Favorites list, in chronological order. Instagram will generate an automatic Favorites list based on your activity, but you can tweak that list just like the Close Friends list for your Instagram Stories. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Wyze Discontinues Its First Security Cam, Suggests That Customers Upgrade

How-To Geek / 4h

Nearly five years after its launch, the Wyze Cam v1 will be discontinued on February 1st. Wyze will no longer “sell, improve, or maintain” the camera, and notes that customers should upgrade to ensure that their smart home network stays secure from hackers. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

We're Tracking Sarah Palin's Possible Super-Spreader Journey Through NYC

94Gizmodo / 4h

The former Alaska governor and disastrous presidential running mate is in the Big Apple to sue the New York Times for libel after it insinuated that her rhetoric was tied to the 2011 mass shooting in Tucson, Arizona, which left six dead and Rep. Gabby Giffords with massive brain injuries. While she’s around, Palin … Read more...

FIFA 23: everything we know so far

Tennessee School Board Removes Holocaust Graphic Novel Maus From Its Curriculum

FIFA 23 is almost certainly on the way, as new entries in EA's long-running soccer sim series predictably release every year. But whether it'll actually be called FIFA 23 remains uncertain, as EA Sports has announced that it's "exploring" the possibility of renaming the series - a move that may see the beautiful game as we know it getting a serious shake up this year. And it's not just FIFA 23's

Tennessee Holocaust Maus•

77Gizmodo / 4h

For years, Art Spiegelman ’s acclaimed graphic novel Maus has been taught in schools across the world, both because of the digestible, but chillingly authentic way it depicts the horrors of the Holocaust, and because it’s one of the masterpieces of the comics medium . It’s the only graphic novel to ever win a Pulitzer… Read more...

Marcelo Claure Is Said to Be Leaving SoftBank

SoftBank Marcelo Claure•

35NYT > Technology / 4h

Marcelo Claure became a close confidant of SoftBank’s founder and played a singular role at the Japanese conglomerate. He was seeking roughly $2 billion over several years.

Warner Music Group is building a 'musical theme park' in the metaverse

Warner Music Sandbox•

Engadget / 4h

Perhaps taking inspiration from blockbuster music experiences in Fortnite , Warner Music Group is creating a performance venue in the metaverse . It's teaming up with The Sandbox to create a "hybrid of musical theme park and concert venue" on the platform. Some of WMG's vast roster of artists (which includes the likes of Ed Sheeran, Green Day and Dua Lipa) are expected to play shows and take part

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Music, Arts & Literature / 4h

nemfrog : Extinguished neon sign, Detroit. 1980. Camilo Vergara. LOC

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Music, Arts & Literature / 4h

verdepaola : Up reading-Guriy Zakharov - Female portrait (1969).

Investigating the digital wealth gap between users and the tech giants in control

Mashable / 4h

Imagine social media as a giant factory where the foremen are billionaires. A handful of workers are getting a respectable living wage. Some are scraping together a living only if they hustle hard enough and tolerate a lot of uncertainty and risk. But by far the vast majority are simply working for free. The bosses would probably expect a strike at any minute. A strike if they're lucky. And OK, a

Anti-vaxxers are funding their movement with Instagram Stories and link stickers

29Mashable / 4h

With so many online platforms prohibiting anti-vaccination misinformation, how are anti-vaxxers funding their dangerous movement? Instagram Stories is one major outlet, according to a new report from Media Matters . The report uncovered "dozens of examples of users" weaponizing the Facebook-owned platform's Stories feature to sell products, promote events, and even funnel Instagram users to their

10 Reasons the Commodore 64 Was Such a Special Computer

SlashGear / 4h

arda savasciogullari/Shutterstock The Commodore 64, or C64, showed up on the market in 1982, at a time when personal computers were in their infancy but also growing exponentially. Previously, computer technology was the stuff of massive mainframes in research departments or government organizations. While these companies produced computers suitable for use in the home, it did not mean everyone c

FCC proposes mandatory labels that clearly explain broadband services

FCC Broadband Labels•

Engadget / 4h

The FCC's voluntary broadband labels might not be quite so voluntary in the future. The FCC has proposed rules requiring point-of-sale labels that clearly illustrate what you'll get when you sign up with an internet service provider. As before, the labels would include not only prices and speeds, but also data caps , "network management" policies like throttling and other details you'd likely app

Apex Legends newest season gets a trailer showing off new character Maggie

Apex Legends Mad Maggie•

Messenger upgrades its end-to-end encrypted chat experience

Respawn Entertainment has released a new trailer for Apex Legends ' latest season, Defiance. It showcases the game's newest character Maggie being dumped into the Apex Games. The trailer is a ton of fun and leads directly on from a previous trailer from this week that had Maggie being captured . As part of her capture, she's being forced to participate in the Apex Games against her will. What's m

Messenger End Encrypted•

TechCrunch / 4h

Although default end-to-end encryption won’t fully arrive on Facebook Messenger until sometime in 2023 , the company says today its feature offering end-to-end encrypted group chats and calls in Messenger is now fully rolled out. In addition, Messenger is adding another security feature with the launch of screenshot notifications in end-to-end encrypted chats, similar to rival Snapchat, that will

Long-lost sphinxes of Egyptian king Amenhotep III unearthed at Luxor

66Ars Technica / 4h

Enlarge (credit: Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities) Archaeologists in Egypt recently rediscovered two sphinxes that guarded the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, the grandfather of Tutankhamun. Despite 3,400 years of weathering, the sphinxes still bear the carved limestone face of the pharaoh, who is adorned with a royal headdress and beard. The pair of 8-meter-long sphinxes fl

Scientists Puzzled by “Spooky” Object Sending Radio Signals Every 18 Minutes From Deep Space

Object Australian Radio•

500+Futurism / 4h

Astronomers are flummoxed by a mysterious celestial object that appears to be releasing massive bursts of energy at regular 18 minute intervals. Like a lighthouse, the beacon is sending out radiation three times an hour at such an intensity that it’s one of the brightest points in the sky — and, researchers say, it could turn out to be an entirely new class of celestial object. A team, led by ast

When can kids under 5 get vaccinated? Here’s what families planning travel need to know

98The Points Guy / 4h

As more age groups can get vaccinated against COVID-19 , parents of children under the age of 5 are probably wondering: “What about us?” While very young children are largely still able to travel, parents understandably want to know when their children can be vaccinated, especially as the omicron variant spreads. Children under 5 have been testing positive for COVID-19 at high rates but, unlike o

Marriott Bonvoy Devaluation: How Bad Will It Be?

45One Mile at a Time / 4h

An interesting discussion came up in the comments section of my St. Regis Aspen review , which I wanted to address in a separate post. Marriott Bonvoy devaluing in March 2022 As was initially announced in October 2021, major changes are coming to the Marriott Bonvoy program in the coming weeks: Starting in March 2022, Marriott Bonvoy will transition to dynamic award pricing, rather than using the

Yes, Metroid Prime 4 is still in development, according to new job ad

Metroid Prime 4 Nintendo•

Microsoft is making a major pro-consumer change to its Xbox subscriptions - Sony should follow suit

A recent job posting from Metroid Prime 4 developer Retro Studios reminds us that the game is indeed still in development. It's now been roughly three years since the elusive Prime sequel restarted development at Retro Studios, being handed over from Nintendo's previous in-house efforts. The job ad comes directly from Retro Studios itself, specifically its official Twitter account. The studio is

Microsoft Xbox Game Pass•

With the Nvidia RTX 3050, budget PC gaming is dead

Microsoft will be making several pro-consumer changes to its Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass subscription services in the UK. The changes will alter the services’ auto-renewal practices, and were agreed upon following an investigation into Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo’s subscription services by the UK’s Competition & Markets Authority (CMA). The CMA said it was particularly concerned that consu

EVGA Nvidia RTX 3050•

44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 hit the market earlier today, and if you haven't noticed, it's kind of already sold out everywhere. So, just like every other graphics card Nvidia has released over the last year or so, it's going to start popping up on third-party retailers at a much higher price, because that's just the world we live in. It really is a shame because in my review, I found that it was

Meta Quest is a mess of a rebrand we don't want or need

Oculus Meta Quest VR•

41TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h

Oculus means an eye-like opening and when applied to the world of VR as it was when Palmer Lucky launched Oculus VR in 2012 and later with Oculus Rift and Quest VR headsets, it implies a view into another world. But now that eye has squeezed shut, blinked in confusion, and reopened as Meta Quest: a Frankenstein word salad that means less than the sum of its parts. Meta, formerly Facebook, announc

This sneaky Microsoft Excel malware could put your organization at risk of attack

Microsoft Excel Malware•

Next major Valorant update will not feature a new character or map

Although Microsoft Excel has long been the go-to program for distributing malware among professionals, a new campaign discovered by experts at HP Wolf Security has taken it a step further. Based on an analysis of data from “the many millions of endpoints running HP Wolf Security”, the last 12 months has seen a 588% increase in the use of Excel add-ins (.xll) to distribute malware . The researcher

VALORANT Act New Map•

Yell at Your Google Assistant to STFU

Riot Games has announced its plans for the next major update, or Act, of Valorant . Surprisingly, it will feature no new playable characters/Agents or maps. Instead, the main focus will be on balancing the game, both in terms of characters and maps, improving the the ranking experience, and further promoting good behavior. "Sometimes you need to just take a minute" explains executive producer Ann

40Lifehacker / 4h

Google Assistant is great, but sometimes it’s annoying...like when you want to know something quick, but the assistant insists on elaborating. Other times, something can set off your Google Assistant by mistake, forcing a response you never asked for in the first place. No matter the circumstance, you don’t want to… Read more...

Shure Aonic 40 review: Decent ANC headphones with impressive battery life

Engadget / 4h

Mid-range headphones are typically an exercise in compromise. In order to reduce prices, companies usually omit a few premium features or opt for cheaper materials. Sometimes there are sacrifices to sound quality or active noise cancellation (ANC) performance. Enter Shure’s Aonic 40 : a more affordable wireless model in the company’s noise-canceling lineup and an alternative to the pricier Aonic

Quan raises $1.15M from YC to tackle post-pandemic employee burnout

38TechCrunch / 4h

With post-pandemic burnout on the rise, the shift to remote working, and the “Great Resignation” now passing into the lexicon, companies are struggling to hold onto talent. Culture platforms like Culture Amp and Glint were built for a different era, offering insights and reports to HR, but many are less tailored to 2022. And employee well-being is still going up the agenda. New startup Quan has r

RGB keyboard feature renews hope for RTX Chromebooks

Gaming Chromebooks RGB•

Ars Technica / 4h

Enlarge It has been two years since Google sparked dreams of PC gaming coming to Chromebooks. We've yet to hear word on when we'll be able to frag on Chrome OS, but we now know that work is being done to bring RGB-backlit keyboards to the operating system. And since RGB and gaming go hand in hand, these keyboards could find their way into potential Chromebooks with Nvidia RTX graphics cards. In A

The new version of GPT-3 is much better behaved (and should be less toxic)

OpenAI GPT-3 AI New•

38MIT Technology Review / 4h

OpenAI has built a new version of GPT-3 , its game-changing language model, that it says does away with some of the most toxic issues that plagued its predecessor. The San Francisco-based lab says the updated model, called InstructGPT , is better at following the instructions of people using it—known as “alignment” in AI jargon—and thus produces less offensive language, less minsinformation, and

hdslibrary : Bookplate Beauts: Jerome We love this bookplate, in use in the mid-20th century at Andover-Harvard Theolog...

Music, Arts & Literature / 5h

hdslibrary : Bookplate Beauts: Jerome We love this bookplate, in use in the mid-20th century at Andover-Harvard Theological Library (now Harvard Divinity School Library) partially because the Latin translation by St. Jerome (also called Hieronymous) is so important in the history of biblical studies, but also because Jerome is the patron saint of librarians. :)

Final 'Uncharted' trailer focuses on Tom Holland as Nathan Drake

Uncharted Tom Holland•

Mashable / 5h

Sony's adaptation of video game series Uncharted is almost here, and the movie's final trailer gives us a few more clues as to what to expect. Here's what we know: Young treasure hunter Nathan Drake (Tom Holland) teams up with adventurer Victor “Sully” Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg) to find Magellan's Gold. The treasure is worth $5 billion, and others are hot on its trail. Packed to its gills with acti

The WOpet Sprite automatic feeder is a good low-tech option, with some caveats

Mashable / 5h

Non-smart gadgets are underrated. Sure, making a product smart appears to increase the value, but often it's just that: an appearance. At best, smart product apps take up storage on your iPhone; at worst, their connectivity makes you vulnerable to hackers. And if the tech breaks, you're out of luck getting something done that you might not have needed tech for in the first place. Automatic feeder

How To Fix An iPhone Stuck On Preparing To Update

SlashGear / 5h

Chris Burns/SlashGear Few things are more frustrating than trying to download the latest version of iOS, only to see your device get stuck on “Preparing to Update.” Minutes turn into hours and your iPhone steadfastly refuses to budge. Fortunately, it’s relatively easy to fix the problem. An issue with an update can happen for any number of reasons and, unfortunately, Apple doesn’t … Continue read

Peacock has 9 million paid subscribers

Comcast Peacock Spend•

Engadget / 5h

NBCUniversal’s Peacock streaming service ended last year with 9 million paid subscriptions. Comcast, the streamer’s parent company, shared the milestone during its Q4 2021 earnings call . The announcement marks the first time either company has disclosed just how many people pay for Peacock. In a call with analysts, Comcast CEO Brian Roberts said the streaming service has approximately 24.5 milli

Questionable iOS 16 leak shows big, interactive widgets

Philips reveals OLED807 TV and it might be one of the best we see in 2022

We’ve only just got iOS 15.3 , but now we’ve also seen what could be a major iOS 16 feature, in the form of big, interactive widgets. LeaksApplePro has shared an image of how these might look, as you can see below. They appear to house numerous normal widgets, and can house not just app widgets, but also Control Center toggles and other shortcuts. According to the source, these widgets are referr

Philips OLED807 2022•

New Call of Duty 2022: everything we know about the rumored Modern Warfare 2

Philips has just unveiled its 2022 TV lineup including what it's crowning the “new King” of televisions - the Philips OLED807. We already adored last year’s OLED806 - giving it a five-star review - so we’re delighted to hear that Philips has upped its game this year by introducing a swathe of upgrades to its successor. The first of which is the OLED807’s new OLED EX panels . These new displays of

Call of Duty PlayStation•

Meta's Encrypted Messenger Gets Screenshot Warnings and Other New Features

Activision Blizzard lawsuit Publisher Activision Blizzard, responsible for the game this article refers to, is currently embroiled in ongoing litigation in regards to claims reporting a workplace culture that allegedly enabled acts of sexual harassment, abuse and discrimination. Read our Activision Blizzard lawsuit timeline of events for ongoing coverage of the events. A new Call of Duty game is

Gizmodo / 5h

Meta is making it more difficult to secretly snag a screenshot of someone’s disappearing encrypted message on Messenger. That new notification system, part of a broader effort to bolster Messenger’s end-to-end encryption functionality, will alert someone using the “vanishing messages” feature if someone tries to… Read more...

Listen to Critical Role's Animated Counterparts Musically Introduce Themselves in Legend of Vox Machina's Soundtrack

34Gizmodo / 5h

Critical Role ’s first adventuring team Vox Machina are making the leap from tabletop to animation tomorrow with the long-awaited launch of Amazon Studios’ latest series, The Legend of Vox Machina . But before you see them venture forth, you can listen to them introduce themselves in style with io9's sneak peek at the… Read more...

Watch us fly Icelandair 2 different ways: Business class versus economy

The Points Guy / 5h

With a very exciting northern lights-related video in the works at TPG, the team needed to make their way over to Iceland. And, what better way to arrive in a country than by trialing that nation’s flag carrier? For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter . Icelandair was founded in 1937 and has been synonymous with Iceland ever since. On international

Facebook plays catch-up with new features for Messenger encrypted chats

Messenger End Encrypted•

23Engadget / 5h

End-to-end encrypted Facebook Messenger chats have long been held back by a lack of features, but that might not be a problem for much longer. Meta is rolling out a large Messenger update that brings many of the service's features to encrypted conversations. You can use reactions, stickers (including GIFs), message-specific replies and forwarding. You'll also see typing indicators, verified user

NASA hopes to speed up mission scheduling with help from Microsoft's Quantum division

31Engadget / 5h

NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is partnering with Microsoft’s Azure Quantum team to explore how it can communicate more efficiently with spacecraft. Compared to some of the hurdles the agency has overcome to put missions like Perseverance on Mars, staying in touch with those spacecraft might not seem so difficult. However, sending instructions to every mission the agency has on the go is its ow

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What Do You Wish You Had Known Before Adopting Your Pet?

Everything in our home is getting smarter. As more devices gain intelligent controls and applications, their interconnected nature will come into play, with many ways to interface with one another: smart speakers controlling lights and locks, security cameras sending video feeds to TVs, and smartphones signaling when you’re coming home to open the doors and turn on the air conditioning. As the sm

Lifehacker / 5h

Even the most devoted animal lover will tell you that every pet adoption comes with unexpected challenges and lessons. For instance, my roommate shares custody of a hamster with her boyfriend; I wish she had known more about just how much hamsters like to work themselves into a tizzy on their wheels all throughout the… Read more...

Why Is Android Named “Android?”

32How-To Geek / 5h

Since its debut in 2008, Google’s Android operating system has become a household name. The name “Android” has a fun, techy vibe that perfectly matches the nature of an open-source OS. Where did that name come from? Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Subscript wants to rid the world of subscription revenue metric spreadsheets

TechCrunch / 5h

Sidharth Kakkar knows all about the pain of relying on a giant spreadsheet. While building his previous company, Freckle Education, it got to the point where the master spreadsheet full of data that everyone was using would not load anymore or would crash the computer. His company eventually was bought, but that pain point stuck with him, so when Kakkar left, he started doing discovery interviews

Disney+ is expanding to 42 more countries this summer

Disney+ 42 This Summer•

TechCrunch / 5h

Disney+ is launching in 42 additional countries and 11 territories in Europe, the Middle East and Africa this summer. Notable new countries include South Africa, Turkey, Poland and the United Arab Emirates. The streaming service is currently available in 64 countries, including the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. Disney hasn’t specified the exact dates that the service will launch i

Europe clears Facebook-Kustomer with API access commitments

EU Facebook Kustomer•

TechCrunch / 5h

The EU has cleared Meta/Facebook’s acquisition of CRM maker, Kustomer — accepting a set of commitments from the tech giant to allay competition concerns linked to the fact it also owns a suite of popular messaging apps frequently used by small businesses for customer outreach (aka Facebook Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp). The Commission said Meta had guaranteed non-discriminatory access withou

Flight Attendant Upgrades Their Girlfriend On American Airlines Regional Flight

View from the Wing / 5h

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 ...

This RTX 3080 gaming laptop is just $1,799 today - the cheapest we've ever seen

Reddit Is Getting NFT Profile Pics, Too

We can't recall ever seeing a cheaper RTX 3080 gaming laptop deal than this 15.6-inch MSI GP Series at Newegg for $1,799 (was $2,299) - one very powerful laptop indeed considering the price. A $400 discount here brings this one down into the (almost) mid-range price bracket, although, as you'd imagine, this is definitely a machine for those who value performance above all else. Alongside that pow

Reddit NFT Twitter•

How-To Geek / 5h

Hot on the heels of Twitter adding NFT profile pictures, Reddit is looking to do the same. The website is currently testing the feature, so it could only be a matter of time until limited edition NFTs are all over Reddit. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

No Surprise: Tesla Delays Cybertruck and Roadster to Focus on Other Things

How-To Geek / 5h

This week Tesla confirmed what many had already assumed. The company will delay the Cybertruck due to supply chain constraints and other issues and delay the Roadster. CEO Elon Musk will instead focus on the Tesla humanoid robot, AI, and its full self-driving software throughout 2022. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

9 'Screen Time' Features Everyone Should Be Using

Lifehacker / 5h

You’re probably all-too-familiar with Screen Time feature on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, if only because it is constantly pinging you with anxiety-inducing stats about how much time you spend staring at screens. Read more...

You Can Finally Charge Your Power Tools Using USB

61Gizmodo / 5h

A workshop filled with cordless power tools is also a workshop filled with battery chargers gobbling up outlets and power strips. Ryobi’s new USB Lithium cordless power tool system trades proprietary chargers for USB-C ports on the battery themselves, allowing them to share the chargers your phone, tablet, and laptop… Read more...

9 things I wish I had known before taking a Galapagos cruise

76The Points Guy / 5h

After a long pandemic of being landlocked in my suburban New Jersey home, my family and I were ready for an adventure. We wanted an adventure that felt both COVID-19 safe and would be equally appealing to myself, my husband and my teenage son. The solution came in the form of a bucket-list idea that suddenly became attainable: a small ship cruise through the remote Galapagos Islands on Quasar Exp

Joe Danger back on mobile thanks to one dad's heartfelt plea

Joe Danger iOS NMS•

Best Smart Light Bulbs for a Brighter 2022

Hello Games has remastered and re-released its Joe Danger video game for iOS; a decision prompted by a letter the studio received from a father who specifically requested it be brought back. In a Twitter thread , Hello Games' co-founder Sean Murray shared the letter they received after Apple updated the iOS store, causing a bunch of games including Joe Danger to no longer work. The father, whose

Futurism / 5h

Light switches were once the most effective way to illuminate your home, but smart light bulbs now let you set the mood in the dining room even when you’re far from home. The best smart light bulbs connect to smart home systems like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing users to turn the lights on or off, adjust brightness, and even change the color. Even if a smart light bulb isn’t connect

Porsche’s new hybrid Le Mans car breaks cover as testing begins

Porsche V8 Lmdh 2023•

Ars Technica / 5h

Enlarge / The LMDh regulations cap the cars' downforce:drag ratio, so designers don't have to spend as much time worrying about aerodynamics and can use more road car styling cues. Not that you can really make that out on this wrapped prototype. (credit: Porsche) If there were any doubts about Porsche taking its return to prototype racing seriously, they're now gone. The company's new car is not

Google could give free G Suite users a way out of paying for Workspace

Google G Suite Workspace•

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra could be out of stock for months

G Suite users upset at Google's recent move to make them pay for their office software could be in luck thanks to a potential loophole. The company recently announced that all G Suite legacy free edition users would been shifted over to a paid version of Google Workspace in order to keep access to tools such as Gmail, Meet and Docs. This had upset users who may have recently signed up for the sof

Samsung Galaxy S22•

Clean up after your accident-prone pup with a Bissell Pet Stain Eraser on sale

If you’re thinking of buying the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra then it might be worth making a decision as soon as it goes up for pre-order, because the phone could be in short supply. That’s according to South Korean leaker Dohyun Kim , who tweeted that buyers might be waiting up to three months for their phone to be delivered. That’s because apparently Samsung is expecting the S22 Ultra to be in ext

Mashable / 6h

SAVE $27 : The handheld Bissell Pet Stain Eraser is on sale for only $66 at Walmart as of Jan. 27 — $27 off its regular price. Use it to zap away pet stains on the spot with easy, cordless convenience. Your dog is a very good boy — except when he does his business on the rug with no warning. Whether you've got a not-yet trained pup, a rescue who needs some extra TLC, or a senior dog who can't hol

Your LG TV Can Play PC Games Without A PC

How-To Geek / 6h

LG TVs are getting an exciting new feature in the form of GeForce Now game streaming without any additional hardware. That means you can play your favorite PC games without needing to hook a PC up to your TV. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Streaming Netflix Just Got Better on These Google Pixel Devices

How-To Geek / 6h

After a long wait, Netflix now certifies HDR and HD playback support on the Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro. The update should ensure that HDR and HD content plays at maximum quality when streaming on the latest Pixel devices. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Wyze will discontinue its first camera on February 1st

WyzeCam February 1st•

35Engadget / 6h

Almost five years since it released its first security camera, Wyze is putting the device out to pasture. The company says it will retire Wyze Cam v1 on February 1st, because the camera is unable to support a required security update. Wyze told customers in an email that they'll still be able to use the camera after the end of this month, but it won't "sell, improve or maintain" it as of February

The 2020 iPad Air is on sale for $539 right now

Engadget / 6h

If you missed the sale earlier this month , you have another chance to get $60 off Apple's 2020 iPad Air . At the time of writing this, the green , silver and blue models are down to $539, which is 10 percent off and one of the best prices we've seen in months. We considered this to be the best iPad for most people when it first came out and it remains a great option for those that want a powerfu

Horizon Forbidden West goes gold as PS4 gameplay revealed

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SlashGear / 6h

PlayStation So far, all the footage of Horizon Forbidden West we’ve seen has been from the PlayStation 5 version. While that isn’t necessarily surprising, Horizon Forbidden West is also launching on PS4, and given the relative difficulty of finding a PS5 at the moment, we’re guessing that a lot of people are wondering how the game will run on PS4. Today … Continue reading

Best Credit Cards Offering Hotel Elite Status (2022)

One Mile at a Time / 6h

I’ve written about the best hotel credit cards offering free nights , either as an annual benefit or as a reward for reaching certain spending thresholds. In many cases, these anniversary free night certificates can more than justify the annual fees on cards, given that they can be redeemed at some great hotels. For example, both the World of Hyatt Credit Card ( review ) and IHG ® Rewards Club Pr

Philips 2022 TV line-up: everything you need to know

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QNAP NAS devices left encrypted by Deadbolt ransomware

Philips has announced its new 2022 TV line-up, and there’s a lot to sink one’s teeth into. A wide range of TVs will be made available throughout the year, including flagship OLEDs and 4K Mini-LED TVs. It’s perhaps Philips’ busiest year yet when it comes to TVs, but it’s not a case of quantity over quality, as the brand has a few new tricks up its sleeve to separate it from the pack. 2022 marks th

DeadBolt QNAP NAS Devices•

bloss, which connects expectant parents with experts, raises £1M pre-seed led by Antler

QNAP NAS devices across the globe have been hit by a widespread cyberattack after the DeadBolt ransomware group began to encrypt the network-attached storage devices. QNAP NAS users reported finding their files encrypted, sporting a .deadbolt file extension. Users were confronted by a screen displaying a “WARNING: Your files have been locked by DeadBolt” message that added “You can make a payment

Bloss £1M Antler UK•

TechCrunch / 6h

bloss is a U.K. startup that connects would-be or existing parents to pre-vetted parenting experts. It has now raised £1million in a pre-seed round led by Antler , the early-stage VC, and is also backed by angels including Silicon Valley entrepreneur Narry Singh, footballer Andriy Shevchenko and British-Jamaican entrepreneur Alexandra Chong. The funds will be used to launch the bloss app later th

The big antivirus players could soon be in some serious trouble

The final piece of the transformed LaGuardia Terminal B is now open

The $2 billion global antivirus market may be huge, but its size doesn’t necessarily guarantee its survival, a new report has hinted. After surveying almost 1,000 U.S. adults, Security.org found faith in the effectiveness of antivirus software dropped, as did overall usage, with first-time subscriber numbers cut in half. The report states that of all the consumers polled for the report, just 2% h

300+The Points Guy / 6h

Believe it or not, New York’s LaGuardia airport is well on its way to being one of the nicest in the country. The final piece of the construction puzzle for Terminal B officially opened on Thursday: a passenger bridge connecting the main departures and arrivals hall with the Western Concourse. (Photo by Zach Griff/The Points Guy) This pedestrian bridge marks the end of disruptions to the passenge

8 business credit cards that can replace your Amex Business Platinum

The Points Guy / 6h

Earlier this month, American Express raised the annual fee of The Business Platinum Card® from American Express from $595 to $695 (see rates and fees ). In other words, the most expensive business card on the market somehow got even more expensive. This $100 difference may leave cardholders wondering if it’s time to ditch the card for good. However, the issuer has added more than $600 in annual b

Strange Milky Way object sends radio bursts a minute at a time

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500+Engadget / 6h

Astronomers are still finding strange objects that defy expectations. According to BBC News , researchers from the Curtin University node of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research ( ICRAR ) have discovered a strange spinning Milky Way object about 4,000 light-years away. The repeating transient sent a giant burst of polarized radio energy for a full minute every 18 minutes, and was

What Are the 'Sunday Scaries,' and How Can You Beat Them?

Lifehacker / 6h

You probably know the feeling: The night before you have to go back to work or school after being off for a couple of days (or longer), you start to feel anxious. You can’t focus, can’t sleep, and find yourself imagining all the stressful or annoying things that await you at work in the coming week. Welcome to the “… Read more...

IBM teases next-generation Z Series mainframe

Epic Games creates new studio to push ‘the boundaries of graphics’ and Unreal Engine 5 to its limits

A new model of IBM’s Z Series mainframes is set to arrive later this year, the company has confirmed. Expected to arrive halfway through 2022, IBM’s z15 successor was confirmed during the firm’s recent Q4 2021 earnings call. CEO and IBM Chairman Arvind Krishna highlighted that the current Z Series mainframe has been the company’s most successful, but after 11 quarters on sale it is due to be repl

Epic New Studio Poland•

Dual Proves That 2 Karen Gillans Are Even Better Than 1

Epic Games is creating a new studio to make "original standalone experiences” that aim to “push the boundaries of graphics and game development forward”, according to an official blog post . The new studio is comprised of developers from Plastic, a small team that’s best known for creating experimental, self-contained demos that showcase novel ideas and development techniques. There are no detail

86Gizmodo / 6h

Karen Gillan must fight herself to the death. That’s the premise of Dual , a weird, funny, new sci-fi film from director Riley Stearns ( The Art of Self-Defense ). Gillan plays Sarah , a disconnected woman who is diagnosed with a terminal illness. She’s going to die, there’s no way around it. And so she does what many… Read more...

How to Add a Header in Microsoft Excel

How-To Geek / 6h

By inserting a header, you can display the page number, page title, date, or even custom text at the top of your spreadsheets. It’s easy to add headers in Microsoft Excel, and we’ll show you two ways to do it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

After 7 Years, Plex Finally Lets You Edit your Display Name

How-To Geek / 6h

Back in 2014, a dedicated Plex customer asked why he couldn’t use a custom display name like “Dad” on the profile select screen. Family members added to your account can have these custom display names, so why are you forced to live with a clunky username? Seven years later, Plex is finally addressing the issue. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Which Has More Caffeine, Coffee or Tea?

How-To Geek / 6h

Coffee and tea both have a way of jolting our energy levels when we need a little pick-me-up, but how much caffeine do each of these drinks provide? Does one of them have more than the other? Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›

Parthean cares about personal finance so you don’t have to

28TechCrunch / 6h

The son of Iranian immigrants, Arman Hezarkhani spent his senior year of high school brainstorming a three-part thesis on what he wanted to dedicate his career to. First, he said that education is the most high-leverage way to make an impact on an individual, community and world. Second, he thinks that technology is the most scalable way to spread that impact. Third, and finally, he thinks that s

The.com launches a low-code, collaborative website builder that uses customizable ‘blocks,’ not templates

25TechCrunch / 6h

A startup with the easy-to-remember name of The.com aims to modernize website building while also ensuring that web creators get credit for their work. The company, which is today emerging from stealth with $4.4 million in seed funding in tow, has created what it calls a “low-code, website building platform” that aims to ditch the template-based approach that’s become an industry standard. Instea

Why Black female CEOs lead 50% of the companies in our portfolio

21TechCrunch / 6h

Sharon Vosmek Contributor Sharon Vosmek is the CEO of Astia and managing partner of the Astia Fund. One thing is for certain as 2022 kicks off – there are billions of dollars worth of opportunities ripe for investment that include women leaders. Astia alone considered $3.024 billion in 2021 representing 1,103 companies, a 119% increase from the previous year, putting to rest any murmurings of pip

Here's How to Stream the Super Bowl

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Gizmodo / 6h

Whether you have a stake in who wins the Super Bowl or you just enjoy the theatrics of the half-time show, the best way to experience the Big Game is by watching it live with friends and a full spread of snacks . And if you don’t shell out for cable each month, there are still plenty of ways to watch the Super Bowl… Read more...

The Dyson Ball Animal is a beast against pet hair. It's also 30% off for one day only.

Mashable / 6h

Save 30%: Need a heavy-duty vac that can finally take care of that seemingly permanent layer of cat hair in your home? The Dyson Ball Animal Upright Vacuum can, and it's on sale for $349.99, $150 off its list price, for Jan. 27 only at Best Buy. Pet parents love their furry friends, but love the hair those furry friends manage to get in every last corner of their homes a little less. Dyson parent

This carbon 3D-printed Rolls-Royce Cullinan is a $500,000 upgrade

SlashGear / 6h

Images: 1016 Industries The Cullinan is the Rolls-Royce of SUVs, so what does this make 1016 Industries’ carbon-fiber, 3D-printed Cullinan? You can call it anything you like, but it is indeed a dignified way to go sporty. We highly prefer it over the quirky Mansory Rolls-Royce Cullinan unveiled last year for the 50th founding anniversary of the United Arab Emirates, and it’s all … Continue readin

In blow to unicorns, the global IPO market continues to soften

TechCrunch / 6h

The IPO market is flatlining at an awkward moment. While private markets remain heavily risk-on, a key avenue for startup exits – and investor liquidity – is seemingly shut. Our first indication that this was the case was the Justworks IPO delay in the United States, which pulled the plug on its debut close to when it was set to price and float. For the HR-focused software company, softer-than-an

12 Ways You Are Making Your House Look Cheap and Tacky

Lifehacker / 6h

iPhone 14 Apple eSIM•

As Finmark finds its footing, it moves up market and takes on additional investment

We’re expecting big changes for the iPhone 14 range, and one of those changes might affect the humble SIM card, as the iPhone 14 might not have a removable one – or at least some versions of it might not. This is according to Emma Mohr-McClune, a Technology Service Director at GlobalData , who claims that Apple will probably launch an eSIM -only variant of one or more iPhone 14 models. Current iP

TechCrunch / 6h

When Finmark founder Rami Essaid built a previous startup, he saw firsthand how hard it is to build accurate financial models. When he sold that startup, Distil Networks, to Imperva 2019 , he decided to build a new company that could help. Finmark, which launched in July 2020, helps companies build sophisticated financial models without having to use Excel. “We had a thesis around helping startup

Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance confirms plans to build 35 new EVs by 2030

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21TechCrunch / 6h

Steve Dent Contributor Steve Dent is an associate editor at Engadget . More posts by this contributor Kia’s EV6 pricing will start at $42,115 when it goes on sale in the coming weeks Report suggests NVIDIA is preparing to walk away from its ARM acquisition The Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance has announced plans to spend $25.8 billion (€23 billion) with the aim of having 35 EVs by 2030. As part

Massive AirPods deals at Amazon: Apple's AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro on sale

Joe Rogan Ridiculed for Astonishingly Stupid Climate Change Interview

Amazon's latest sale is blowing out Apple's best-selling AirPods with fantastic deals on Apple's best-selling earbuds. For a limited time, you can get the Apple AirPods 2 on sale for just $99.99 (was $159) and the all-new AirPods Pro marked down to $179.99 (was $249) . Amazon's cheapest AirPods deals, the Apple AirPods 2 , come with an upgraded H1 Chip that enables faster pairing and seamless con

1KFuturism / 6h

Talking steroid syringe Joe Rogan hosted champion of the all-meat diet Jordan Peterson on his podcast — and had an exchange that’ll leave you thinking “podcasting was the greatest mistake humans have ever made.” Over the course of the four-hour exercise in tediousness , the two got into a spirited climate change debate where — by some cursed miracle — Rogan came away looking like the smart one. L

Tesla Cybertruck delayed again plus Elon Musk squashes $25k EV rumors

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SlashGear / 6h

Tesla Tesla closed out 2021 with a bumper year, besting Q4 estimates and pushing EV deliveries past 300,000, though Elon Musk tempered hopes for the arrival of the Cybertruck and more affordable models. Revenue in the year as a whole grew 71%, Tesla announced, describing 2021 as “a breakthrough year” for the automaker, but some of the most anticipated electric vehicles … Continue reading

Best Valentine's Day gifts for her: Thoughtful picks to up the romance

Mashable / 6h

Happy Valentine's Day season, lovebirds. Here's how to impress your wife, fiancé, girlfriend, or that cute girl in your building you've been flirting with for months: 1. Don't get her that gaudy chocolate diamond necklace that jewelry stores are shoving down your throat. That's it, that's the whole gift guide. OK, maybe it's not that easy, but finding a romantic Valentine's Day gift that's not a

Watch an AI Play the Best Game of Tetris You've Ever Seen

Gizmodo / 7h

Is there a more satisfying experience in video gaming than clearing four lines at once in Tetris ? (A move technically referred to as a tetris.) It turns out there is: watching an AI developed by Greg Cannon play Tetris flawlessly while prioritizing clearing four lines as frequently as possible. Read more...

Philips' 2022 TV lineup looks to be its best yet for gamers

Philips OLED807 2022•

Horizon Forbidden West PS4 footage finally shared and there's nothing to worry about

Philips has just announced its 2022 TV lineup, and gamers looking to upgrade their home cinema better be paying attention. That’s because the brand's new selection of 4K OLED and LED screens are set to be some of the best out there for those playing on high-end PC rigs and game consoles. For starters, the new OLED807, OLED707, Mini LED 9507, and LED 8807 TVs will all support a max refresh rate, (

Horizon Forbidden West•

This new Zoom feature could save you from an embarrassing blunder

To celebrate Horizon Forbidden West going gold, Sony and Guerrilla Games have finally shared footage of the PlayStation 4 version. A brief clip can be seen on YouTube via the PlayStation Asia account, with a PlayStation Blog post featuring a couple more examples. While we have seen screenshots of the game on PS4 before, confirming that it will still be visually impressive even on the older hardwa

Intel Arc Alchemist GPU spotted with 12GB of VRAM

Zoom has unveiled a series of new features for its video conferencing software , one of which could prevent users from making a serious workplace faux pas. As explained in a blog post , Zoom administrators can now configure virtual backgrounds to reset to a chosen default after each meeting. Strangely, the official rationale is that the feature will help avoid situations whereby sensitive data is

Intel ARC Alchemist GPU•

NASA’s slippery X-59 supersonic jet aims to revolutionize air travel

A leaked photo has shed further light on Intel’s Arc Alchemist graphics cards, and specifically the memory configuration of one of these incoming GPUs. The image, shared on Twitter by Kuna – not a source we’re familiar with, so be cautious around this – shows what appears to be the second-fastest Alchemist GPU , the model with 384 EUs (the flagship will run with 512 EUs, as you may recall). via：t

SlashGear / 7h

NASA Glenn Research Center NASA has been in the news quite a bit of late. Most recently it has captured global attention with its James Webb Space Telescope launch and journey to its new orbit, while it is also making headlines with its Artemis mission to the moon and beyond along with its ongoing scientific exploits on Mars and elsewhere. This week NASA has … Continue reading

Review: St. Regis Aspen, Colorado

37One Mile at a Time / 7h

Ford and I recently wrapped up a five night stay at the 179-room St. Regis Aspen , which we booked with Marriott Bonvoy points. This was my first time visiting the property in several years, and I was curious to see how it’s holding up. I was also looking forward to comparing it to the St. Regis Deer Valley, which I reviewed last year . Long story short, I’m a huge fan of the St. Regis Aspen. The

Sigfox, the French IoT startup that had raised more than $300M, files for bankruptcy protection as it seeks a buyer

Sigfox France French IoT•

32TechCrunch / 7h

We are continuing to see fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the tech industry, with one of the latest developments coming out from France. Sigfox — a high-profile IoT startup that had raised over $300 million in venture funding and had ambitions to build a global communications network using a new approach to wireless networking — has filed for bankruptcy protection in France, c

After QuizUp and Trivia Royale, Thor Fridriksson’s next act is a mobile MMO

200+TechCrunch / 7h

QuizUp founder Thor Fridriksson is at it again. The Icelandic serial entrepreneur is two-for-two in creating viral mobile games, but has thus far struck out in turning those into viable businesses. Today, he’s (kind of) coming out of stealth to announce his third attempt: Rocky Road. Rocky Road , named for Fridriksson’s entrepreneurial journey, is a casual open world mobile game. Yes, a casual MM

5 Infectious Diseases That Are Evolving Faster Than Medicine

46Gizmodo / 7h

Just as humanity has learned to fight off pathogens—through strategies like sanitation and medicine—those pathogens are learning to fight back. Some infections are now getting harder to treat, as many microbes have evolved ways to survive the drugs that previously vanquished them with ease. According to a recent study … Read more...

Two Point Campus opens its doors in May, and launches day one on Xbox Game Pass

Two Campus May Game Pass•

10,000 subscribers later, This Week in Fintech has a venture fund

Sega and Two Point Studios have announced that Two Point Campus, the successor to 2018's Two Point Hospital, will release on May 17 for consoles and PC. Not only that, but it will also become available on Xbox Game Pass for console and PC Game Pass on the same day, so subscribers can download and play the game at no extra cost. Pre-orders are now open on the official website and digital storefron

10000 TWF 10 000 Later•

32TechCrunch / 7h

If you keep up with financial technology, you likely know that the fintech community is a tight-knit, large (yet small) group of enthusiasts that includes all sorts of people — from founders, to investors, to fintech-focused employees at startups or large companies to journalists like me. Over the years, a few players have emerged with a special kind of knowledge and expertise in the space. Nik M

College sim 'Two Point Campus' arrives on May 17th

Two Campus May Game Pass•

22Engadget / 7h

Two Point Campus , Sega and Two Point Studios' follow up to Two Point Hospital , will arrive on May 17th. The quirky college life simulator is coming to PC, PlayStation 4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch. Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass subscribers can play at no extra cost on launch day. You'll be able to build a dream (or nightmare) college campus from the ground up, from residence hal

100% Bonus Buying Points From Air Canada Aeroplan (Actually Worth It For Many)

View from the Wing / 7h

Air Canada is selling points with a 100% bonus and that brings down the price low enough where some of you will decide this makes sense. You can buy miles at 1.4 cents apiece and I believe they're worth that . Continue reading ...

Buckle up: 11 tips for taking a safe winter road trip

The Points Guy / 7h

Snow, ice, sleet, slush — unless you’re planning a winter road trip specifically to avoid snow , you need to know how to deal with the season’s inclement weather, preferably before you turn the key in the ignition. Not all winter road trips will involve extreme weather conditions. However, you don’t need to be driving in Alaska to run into snow-covered roads, as witnessed by the quick-moving snow

The Best Mouse Pads of 2022

How-To Geek / 7h

Certain mouse pads might be better at tracking the laser on your mouse for improved pointer accuracy, but they can be less comfortable to use long-term. On the other hand, you might be able to find the most comfortable mouse pad on the market, but that doesn’t mean it’ll increase the tracking performance over your bare desk. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

The Vets, a pet healthcare platform that provides at-home care, raises $40M led by Target Global

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44TechCrunch / 7h

The Vets , a tech-enabled pet healthcare platform that provides at-home care, has raised $40 million in seed funding led by Target Global, PICO Venture Partners and Bolt Ventures. Founded last year as part of co-founder Target Global’s venture building program, the team of co-founders including CEO Daniel Sagis, COO Dori Fussmann and Target Global aims to transform pet care by combining technolog

How to ‘Appraise’ Your House Without Paying Someone Else to Do It

Lifehacker / 7h

A home appraisal is a standard step in the mortgage approval process. If you’re buying a home or refinancing your current one, your lender likely will require a professional appraisal to ensure your loan amount and the home value are aligned and that you’re not paying way too much for what you’re getting. Typically,… Read more...

2022 BMW M8 Competition range revealed with bigger screens and better lights

2022 BMW M8 Competition•

SlashGear / 7h

Images: BMW AG German automaker BMW has updated its 2022 M8 Competition sport-luxury car. You can still get an M8 Competition in three body styles (2-door Coupe, 2-door Cabriolet, and 4-door Gran Coupe), sharing the same 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with 617 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. However, BMW’s press release said the V8 is pumping out 625 horsepower or 460 kW, … Contin

Big Oil's New Ad Campaign Is 'One of the Creepiest' It's Ever Made

Gizmodo / 7h

I was sitting on the couch one evening over the holidays, watching a college bowl game as one is wont to do. Football is usually my tune-out time where I can forget the world is on fire and the fossil fuel industry is hellbent on stoking the flames . Read more...

WhatsApp quizzed over consumer protection concerns in EU

WhatsApp Gets EU Ultimatum•

30TechCrunch / 7h

Remember the backlash over that impossible-to-understand privacy policy update pushed out by WhatsApp last year ? A consumer protection complaint over the messaging platform’s aggressive push to make users accept impenetrable terms changes related to its use of their data continues to rumble on in the European Union — now shifting up a gear into a formal investigation. The European Commission sai

The best OLED TVs just got better: save 10% on LG’s award-winning OLEDs

Gaming Chromebooks Could Be On the Way, Here’s Why

You know that the best TV technology is OLED, and you probably know that some of the best OLED TVs come from LG: whether it’s the ultra-affordable A1, the all-round excellence of the C1 or the incredible, range-topping G1, these TVs will deliver the ultimate in-home entertainment thanks to their spectacular picture quality and cutting-edge tech. And if you buy yours right now, you can get a whopp

How-To Geek / 7h

It looks like Google is hard at work on gaming Chromebooks, as there are quite a few signs that indicate that these devices are coming. Here’s why we think Google is making Chromebooks designed for PC gaming. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Everything You Need to Know About 3D Printers

How-To Geek / 7h

3D printers have transformed from an expensive curiosity to an affordable, useful, appliance. But if you’re thinking about getting your first 3D printer, there are some things you should keep in mind, like the different types of 3D printers, the accessories you’ll need to buy, maintenance, and more. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Waitlists and limited hours: It’s getting harder to enjoy an Amex airport lounge

500+The Points Guy / 7h

Some folks look forward to visiting airport lounges and love to linger as long as possible, watching planes maneuver on the tarmac, potentially with a stiff cocktail in hand. Others prefer to spend as few minutes as possible in the airport and usually skip lounges altogether, even if they have complimentary access. I fall in the middle. After skipping most lounge visits during the majority of my

South Korea’s Naver Z launches $100M fund for metaverse creators

45TechCrunch / 7h

South Korean internet conglomerate Naver Group continues to ride the hottest internet trends targeting young users. It has been the name behind messaging giant Line and popular selfie app Snow . And now, it’s charging into the metaverse, the red hot concept that makes Roblox, Epic Games and other gaming giants the talk of the town. Naver Z, a Naver subsidiary that runs the 3D-avatar app Zepeto, i

Everything You Should Know About the Lunar New Year

37Lifehacker / 7h

Lunar New Year, known as “Spring Festival” in China and sometimes called “Chinese New Year” in the U.S., is among the most widely celebrated holidays on earth. The beginning of a new year on the Chinese lunar calendar is marked by family reunions, gift-giving, and delicious food. Read more...

Musk: Robots to be bigger business than Tesla cars

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98BBC News - Technology / 7h

In an earnings call, Elon Musk talks up his plans to build humanoid robots - but what's involved?

Updates From The Batman, and Beyond

Gizmodo / 7h

Good Omens ’ second season has lost some divine voices. Showtime’s Let the Right One In adaptation starts growing its cast. Get a dark look at what’s coming in Raised by Wolves season two. Plus, what’s next for Kung Fu , Legends of Tomorrow , and more. To me, my spoilers! Read more...

Dark web news site owner sentenced for role in $8.4 million kickback scheme

DDW Deepdotweb Sentenced•

25Engadget / 7h

It's not just the dark web marketplace operators who face the law — sometimes it's the people who facilitate access to those marketplaces. Israeli national and Brazil resident Tal Prihar has been sentenced to eight years in prison for his alleged role in a dark web money laundering scheme. He and co-defendant Michael Phan reportedly received the equivalent of $8.4 million in Bitcoin kickbacks for

This Microsoft Edge update is a dream for all you clumsy typists

The Surface Pro 8 just hit its Black Friday price at Walmart with this $200 off deal

Spelling errors may soon be a thing of the past for Microsoft Edge users thanks to a new update coming to the software. The company has revealed it is working on bringing a new "text predictions" feature to its browser that uses Microsoft's own in-house AI and ML technology to offer word suggestions to users. This feature will initially be available to Windows 10 and Windows 11 users in the Edge

PSVR 2 could have a far more impressive display than Oculus Quest 2

Looking for a premium tablet that looks great and runs even better? Then check out Walmart's latest deal on the excellent Microsoft Surface Pro 8. Retailing at $899 (was $1,099 ), a full $200 discount puts this premium tablet at the same price as over Black Friday. That's a really decent deal considering this latest iteration in the Surface Pro series rarely gets discounted. This 8GB of RAM, 128G

PSVR Display Oculus 2•

Bug bounty giant HackerOne lands $49M, thanks to cloud adoption boon

PSVR 2 will reportedly have one of the most pixel-dense displays of any VR headset to date with over 800 PPI (pixel-per-inch) per eye, double that of Oculus Quest 2 . According to Ross Young of Display Chain Consultants (thanks, Android Central ), the PSVR 2’s display will provide “state of the art” resolution, and the bump in pixel-density means the PSVR 2 would provide more than four times the

20TechCrunch / 8h

Bug bounty and penetration testing startup HackerOne has raised a $49 million Series E following a year of massive cloud adoption fueled by work-from-home orders. The company — which mediates between hackers finding security issues and companies keen to fix them — said its recent growth was driven by a rise in zero-day vulnerabilities like the flaw in the ubiquitous open source logging platform L

5G doomsday never came, but US airlines are not out of the woods yet

The Points Guy / 8h

Last Monday, it sounded as if the U.S. aviation system faced imminent doom due to the activation of 5G C-band cell phone service. “Immediate intervention is needed to avoid significant operational disruption to air passengers, shippers, supply chain and delivery of needed medical supplies,” airline executives said in a letter to the Biden administration. A separate statement from United Airlines

Air Canada Aeroplan Selling Points With 100% Bonus

38One Mile at a Time / 8h

Often buying points strategically can be a good value , especially for first & business class travel. The Air Canada Aeroplan program has just launched a solid promotion on purchased points. This is one of my all-around favorite frequent flyer programs, thanks to the huge variety of airline partners, the ability to have stopovers on one-way awards for 5,000 points, and the generally great booking

Propy launches NFT platform in the US, allowing real-world property to be bought as an NFT

Propy Launches US Real NFT•

76TechCrunch / 8h

Last year we covered how early blockchain startup Propy planned to use the technology to smooth real-world real estate sales by introducing the concept of smart contracts. It went on to actually sell an apartment as an NFT, using the NFT to effectively rubber stamps the legal process. However, that apart was in Ukraine. Today it launches the whole concept in the US, an entirely different kettle o

Esusu becomes unicorn with SoftBank Vision Fund 2-led $130M funding

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400+TechCrunch / 8h

More than 100 million Americans spend an average of $1,100 (over $1.4 trillion per year) on their largest monthly household spend: rent . But reports say 90% of these people don’t get credit for paying their rent on time. On a sub-level, over 45 million people in the U.S. don’t have credit scores, according to a 2020 report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau . Most of this demography are

Ascend’s BNPL approach to insurance lifted by $280M in new equity, debt

Ascend BNPL Insurance•

TechCrunch / 8h

Four months after a seed round, Ascend is back with its first big boost to enable the company to expand its “buy now, pay later” commercial insurance tool that combines financing, collections and payables. Today, the company announced $30 million in Series A funding along with $250 million in lending to finance insurance premium loans by Hudson Structured Capital Management (HSCM Bermuda). The eq

IoT search engine Censys secures $35M — and a new CEO

TechCrunch / 8h

Censys , a search engine for Internet of Things devices and internet assets, has secured $35 million in Series B funding and a new CEO. The internet security startup, based in Michigan tech hub Ann Arbor , which started as an open-source research project at the University of Michigan seven years ago, claims to provide a “complete database” of all devices hooked up to the internet in a bid to help

Now Physical Jobs Are Going Remote Too

100+Wired / 8h

Advances in artificial intelligence and other technology allow machines to be operated from far away. The trend could spell trouble for workers.

What You Need to Know Before You Claim Your Child Tax Credit This Filing Season

Lifehacker / 8h

The child tax credit—a benefit designed to help taxpayers support their families—was greatly expanded for the 2021 tax year by the American Rescue Plan Act. The credit grew from a maximum $2,000 per qualifying dependent to a maximum of $3,600 in 2021. And for the first time, many taxpayers received half of the credit… Read more...

Google Assistant no longer requires wake word to stop talking

SlashGear / 8h

Chris Davies/SlashGear Google has announced a small but highly convenient Google Assistant tweak: the AI will now silence itself when you tell it to “stop.” This change eliminates the need to use the “Hey Google” wake word before telling Assistant to cancel a response, which is awkward when the AI is rambling about something you don’t want to hear. The change is … Continue reading

What Are Ethereum (ETH) Gas Fees?

How-To Geek / 8h

If you’ve been looking into Ethereum or Ethereum-related things such as NFTs (non-fungible tokens) or smart contracts, you’ve probably heard of the Ethereum “Gas” fees required. These fees must be paid to make Ethereum work, and here’s why. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Mercedes-Benz announces introduction of five full Battery Electric Vehicles for SA

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Popular Mechanics / 8h

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Your iPhone may soon be able accept contactless payments directly

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California governor details $10 billion plan to boost electric vehicle adoption

Apple is reportedly looking to move into the POS game by adding Square-like payments into your iPhone. Bloomberg reports the company will build the capability directly into its devices, meaning that merchants will need no additional hardware than a smartphone. Apple paid around $100 million for Canadian company Mobeewave, which is working on technology to accept payments via smartphones, in 2020

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2KEngadget / 8h

Back in 2020, California governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order that will ban the sales of new gasoline and diesel vehicles in the state by 2035. While California already represents half the EV market in the US, the state's officials know that they have to offer help and incentives to accelerate EV adoption and reach an all-electric future. They need to take steps so that removing gas ve

Finally, There’s a Way to Play Wordle More Than Once a Day

400+Lifehacker / 8h

According to Twitter, my decrepit Facebook feed, and a daily trash-talking text thread shared among my husband, brother-in-law, and sister-in-law, if you love Wordle , you really love Wordle. Like, play it as soon as you wake up, or get the kids off to school, and promptly advertise your results to whomever will… Read more...

Apple takes us for a walk with Ayọ Tometi, one of the founders of Black Lives Matter

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Mashable / 9h

This Black History Month, Apple is encouraging you to go for a walk with activist Ayọ Tometi, one of the founders of Black Lives Matter. Tometi has recorded a new episode of audio experience "Time to Walk" on Apple Watch, which will be released on Fitness+ on Feb. 7. For those unfamiliar with "Time to Walk," the series features episodes of influential people talking about their lives as you take

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Music, Arts & Literature / 9h

From our stacks: Unknown alphabet book, published by McLoughlin Bros., New York, n.d.

Huawei launches Huawei P50 Pro and Huawei P50 Pocket in the UAE

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All-electric Nissan Micra successor to hit European roads soon

Huawei has announced the launch of the new Huawei P50 Pro and its latest foldable phone, the Huawei P50 Pocket in the region. Pablo Ning, President of Huawei Consumer Business Group - Middle East and Africa said “We are glad to bring the new Huawei P50 Pro and Huawei P50 Pocket to our users in the region as we remain committed to the pursuit of the best quality, aesthetics and photography experie

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What Does It Mean To Be A Southwest Airlines Snob?

Nissan has announced plans to introduce an all-electric Nissan Micra successor in European markets. The compact electric vehicle (EV) will become the entry-level model in the company's lineup, which is expected to include 35 new cars by 2030 as part of Nissan's Ambition 2030 project. A new Nissan Ariya and EV crossover are also "arriving soon," with the brand's innovative e-POWER technology set t

View from the Wing / 9h

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 ...

How to Build a Better Metaverse

61Wired / 9h

Second Life creator Philip Rosedale wants to prevent the Facebook-ization of virtual reality.

Meet the man responsible for bringing tourists back to New York City

46The Points Guy / 9h

It’s a cool December afternoon as Fred Dixon and I sit down for an outdoor lunch and discuss New York’s resiliency. We’re at one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants, Cafe Luxembourg . A plexiglass wall and overhead heat lamp keep us warm enough that jackets come off. Pre-pandemic, an outdoor meal during a New York winter was unheard of, but it’s just one way the city has reinvented itself and

How to Charge Oculus Quest 2 Controllers

How-To Geek / 9h

Charging Oculus Quest 2 headsets is as simple as plugging in a cable, but the controllers use removable AA batteries to provide power. This means there’s no direct way of recharging the controllers, but workarounds do exist if you need them. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

21 New Books to Fall in Love with in February 2022

How-To Geek / 9h

February is the month of amour, so why not fall in love with a brand-new book (or three)? There’s more than just romance on the new-release table, though. Sure, there are some heartwarming love stories coming out, but you’ll also find suspenseful thrillers, intriguing tales that make you think, and some nonfiction that attempts to answer some big questions. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›

Vesta closes on $30M in an a16z-led Series A to build a new kind of mortgage infrastructure

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26TechCrunch / 9h

If you’ve ever taken out a mortgage, you know how painful and tedious the process can be. In an effort to make it simpler, faster and cheaper, a pair of former Blend employees have teamed up to build mortgage loan origination software that will connect banks, credit unions, mortgage bankers and brokers. Or in other words, they want to make it easier for financial institutions to make the whole le

Compound aims to be a one-stop-shop for tech employees to manage their finances

TechCrunch / 9h

Jordan Gonen and Jacob Schein had both worked in the tech industry for a few years when they realized they lacked a clear understanding of their own finances. Like many other tech employees, the two software engineers held equity in startups they had worked for, cryptocurrency investments, and other illiquid assets. They wanted to track their assets and get help with investing and paying taxes, b

The 'Mortal Kombat' movie is getting a sequel

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500+Engadget / 9h

Warner Bros. and New Line are creating a sequel to the Mortal Kombat film with Moon Knight writer Jeremy Slater onboard, Deadline has reported. It will follow up the original R-rated film that did decent box office numbers ($83 million world wide) considering the pandemic, and was HBO Max's most successful film to date when it launched last April. On top of creating Moon Knight (with Oscar Isaac

Samsung targets mass market 5G handsets as route to mobile growth

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Details: Capital One Venture X Vacation Rental Credit

Samsung is positive about the mobile market’s prospects in 2022, adding that it plans to expand its portfolio of 5G phones to cover multiple price points to drive growth. The Korean electronics giant reported KRW76.6 trillion in revenues for its Q4 2021, a quarterly record, with profits reaching KRW13.9 trillion. This growth was driven predominantly by products rather than components, with high-e

23One Mile at a Time / 9h

Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card (this is the best publicly available offer for the card, and we appreciate your support if you use our link) The Capital One Venture X is Capital One’s new premium card , which many of us have already applied for . The card is offering the best welcome bonus of any personal credit card , as you can earn 100,000 Venture miles upon c

Intel Core i9 Alder Lake laptop CPU is faster than Apple M1 Max

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Samyang's 135mm lens could be telephoto bargain for Sony mirrorless cameras

Intel’s Alder Lake Core i9 flagship laptop processor is faster than Apple’s M1 Max SoC, according to some fresh benchmarking, but the caveat is that the latter is way more energy-efficient. The Core i9-12900HK nestling in an MSI GE76 Raider notebook was put through its paces by Macworld and compared to a pair of MacBook Pro 14-inch models running the M1 Max and M1 Pro chips respectively. The test

The Morning After: NVIDIA’s RTX 3050 GPU has landed

If you're a Sony mirrorless camera owner with a penchant for shooting portraits, landscapes and the night sky, Samyang has just released a potential bargain in the form of its new 135mm f/1.8 AF telephoto lens. Compatible with both full-frame and APS-C cameras with Sony's E-mount, the 135m prime lens is the latest in a series of autofocus-equipped contenders from the South Korean manufacturer (wh

42Engadget / 10h

Graphics cards are fetching prices normally reserved for limited-run sneakers — even what you might have paid for the rest of your PC. Beyond gamers and power users, cryptocurrency mining has meant unprecedented demand. Coupled with a global chip shortage and supply chain issues, GPU scalpers and resellers are having field days every time a new card appears. Enter NVIDIA’s $250 RTX 3050. With 2,5

Fireworks are toxic and loud. So, a design studio created a silent sustainable alternative — Future Blink

37Mashable / 10h

Developed by Studio Roosegaarde, SPARK Bilbao is an environmentally friendly and silent alternative to fireworks. The light display was inspired by the natural luminosity of fireflies and consists of thousands of biodegradable sparks.

Squarespace users are getting some super useful new video tools

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Fan-made Resident Evil 4 HD project to release after eight years

Top website hosting service Squarespace has announced a range of new video tools that it thinks will greatly please creators. Although embedding video, such as from YouTube, has always been possible on Squarespace , the new additions are focused on hosting and monetizing that video content, such as its relatively new Member Areas service. Broadly, the new tools let website owners sell access to v

Resident Evil 4 HD•

How to Watch the 2022 Winter Olympics

A fan-made HD remaster of Resident Evil 4 is finally set to release next week on February 2 for Steam after eight years of development. Simply titled Resident Evil 4 HD Project 1.0, the announcement trailer promises remastered textures (both in-game and for UIs), improved lighting, and thousands of 3D model revisions. It'll also include the main campaign, the Assignment: Ada, Separate Ways, and M

27Wired / 10h

Whether you’re into snowboarding or curling, here’s how to follow the big events in Beijing.

The Capitalist Trap of Pig Organ Transplants

100+Wired / 10h

The “miracle” pig heart transplant plays with the expectations of desperate patients and makes clear how the system values certain lives over others.

Did Eating Meat Really Make Us Human?

200+Wired / 10h

For decades, scientists thought that being more carnivorous set our ancestors along their evolutionary path. New evidence casts doubt on this theory.

Synthetic Voices Want to Take Over Audiobooks

100+Wired / 10h

As computer-generated voices become more sophisticated, the number of audiobooks—including from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google—is set to explode.

Wi-Fi 7: What Is It, and How Fast Will It Be?

67How-To Geek / 10h

Although Wi-Fi 6E still feels bleeding edge at the start of 2022, a demonstration of the upcoming Wi-Fi 7 standard showcased transfer speeds might make Ethernet cables obsolete. Let’s take a look at the proposed spec and what it promises. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Crypto investors have 1099 problems, but CoinTracker helps make sure filing taxes isn’t one

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TechCrunch / 10h

The upcoming tax season is likely to prove particularly complex for crypto investors, many of whom will be paying taxes on their crypto holdings for the first time ever. In the US, the crypto industry will also grapple with new rules in the recently-passed $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill that apply to digital assets, including a requirement for crypto exchanges to disclose their gains and provi

Crypto infrastructure company Fireblocks nearly quadruples valuation to $8B in six months

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31TechCrunch / 10h

Crypto custody platform Fireblocks is quite possibly “the most successful and least-known company in the blockchain space,” as described by its co-founder and CEO Michael Shaulov in an interview with TechCrunch. The company announced today that it is now the highest-valued digital asset infrastructure provider in the world after receiving an $8 billion valuation, nearly four times higher than the

Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance confirms plans to build 35 new EVs by 2030

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100+Engadget / 10h

The Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance has announced plans to spend $25.8 billion (€23 billion) with the aim of having 35 EVs by 2030. As part of that, the group will develop five new platforms shared across brands with 80 percent common usage as part of a "smart differentiation" strategy. Nissan teased one of the first cars based on one those platforms, an all-electric compact that will be sold

Tanzanian fintech NALA raises $10M seed to build Revolut for Africa

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89TechCrunch / 10h

NALA , a Tanzanian cross-border payments company that recently pivoted from local to international money transfers, said Thursday it has raised $10 million in a new fundraising round. The seed round is coming almost three years after NALA secured a seven-figure pre-seed round led by Accel in 2019 . In that time, NALA built a mobile money service in East Africa and scaled it to more than 250,000 u

iOS 15.3 release date, news, features and compatible iPhones

RTX 3050 stock live blog - where to buy Nvidia's latest graphics card

iOS 15.3 is here, hot on the heels of iOS 15.2 , and unlike that last update there aren't a huge amount of new features here. iOS 15.3 is a much smaller update than its predecessor – one which is limited to bug fixes, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't download it. We had originally thought that Apple may have been keeping things quiet, but now the official changelog has landed we can confirm th

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Apple plans to turn iPhones into payment terminals, report claims

(Image credit: Future) Today is the launch date of the RTX 3050 - Nvidia's latest graphics card in 30 Series. As the cheapest in the range with an RRP of $249 / £239, it's expected to be a popular pick for those who are looking for a budget-friendly entry-level card that supports some of the latest DLSS and RTX tech for 1080p and 1440p gaming. Will that be the case, though, considering the massiv

Apple iPhone NFC Bloomberg•

100+Mashable / 11h

Another year, another piece of technology that may soon be absorbed into our iPhones. The devices, like other smartphones, have already sucked up cameras, gaming platforms, and a whole host of other tech that used to be solely separate offerings — and now it looks like payment terminals may be next on the list. According to Bloomberg, Apple will soon be rivalling the likes of Square by allowing s

'The Gilded Age' understands the power of giving Carrie Coon seven costume changes

20Mashable / 11h

Say what you will about Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes, but the guy knows what he likes. His favorite — and perhaps only thematic niche — is the decline of old money aristocracy in the face of social upheaval. That sums up Downton Abbey in a sentence and describes most of his other works of British period fiction as well. However, his new show, The Gilded Age , is an HBO series that takes

Crusader Kings 3 revamps its presentation for PS5 & Xbox Series X release

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Casio reveals retro-cool G-Shock watch inspired by the Rubik's Cube

Paradox Interactive has announced that Crusader Kings 3, its grand strategy game for PC, will release for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on March 29. In the announcement trailer, Paradox explains that this is less a port of the PC game and more of an adaptation, as the development team has had to change the presentation and menus to better suit console players. A separate PlayStation Blog

Nvidia’s new tech could boost future GPU ray tracing performance by 20%

Casio has released its most retro watch to date: a G-Shock that borrows design cues from the Rubik's Cube. The GAE-2100RC-1AER is an official collaboration with Rubik's, maker of the classic puzzle toy, and features an interchangeable bezel reminiscent of the cube's sides. Casio's G-Shock range often takes inspiration from unusual places – from volcanic lightning to car components – and in recent

Nvidia GPU Ray 20%•

Moon Knight writer is on board for the Mortal Kombat sequel

Nvidia’s ray tracing prowess is set to level up with Team Green’s graphics cards in the future, with a research paper outlining a new tech called Subwarp Interleaving which could potentially lead to up to 20% performance improvements. That’s a big jump, of course – albeit a best-case scenario, because as ever, performance will vary from game to game – with potential gains in the average ballpark

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Citi AAdvantage Platinum Card Review (2022)

Potentially great news for Marvel and Mortal Kombat fans both, as Moon Knight head writer Jeremy Slater is set to pen the sequel to the Mortal Kombat feature film, released in 2021. As reported by Digital Trends , Mortal Kombat's return to the big screen was a pretty substantial success, achieving around 5.6 million individual streams on HBO Max in its release month alone. As such, it's easy to s

One Mile at a Time / 11h

Airline credit cards are among the most popular co-brand credit cards out there. Many people may be loyal to an airline because of where they live or their travel patterns, and picking up a co-branded airline credit card seems like the most logical way to extend that relationship. In this post I wanted to look at one of the most popular cards of the world’s largest airline. Citi AAdvantage Platin

Spotify Takes Down Neil Young Songs After Fight Over Joe Rogan's Anti- Vaccine Bullsh*t

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Spotify has started to take down songs by Neil Young after the veteran rocker said he didn’t want his music appearing on the same platform as anti-vaccine podcaster Joe Rogan, who has a $100 million deal with the service, according to reports from several news outlets. Young had about 6 million monthly listeners of… Read more...

Spider-Man: No Way Home’s best meme references were improvised

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Unseen Star Wars 1313 Boba Fett gameplay revealed by lead animator

Warning: Major spoilers follow for Spider-Man: No Way Home Tom Holland has revealed that several of the meme-based references in Spider-Man: No Way Home were improvised on the day of shooting, as opposed to being written into the script. Speaking with co-stars Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield as part of the first (and possibly only) interview with all three Spider-Men , Holland said: "From [Garf

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23TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h

Previously unseen gameplay footage of the canceled third-person shooter Star Wars 1313 has been uploaded online by the game’s former lead gameplay animator, James Zachary. The two clips show Boba Fett as a playable character alongside several gameplay segments. The first video follows the famous bounty hunter along the streets of a dense underground city. The segment, in which the player seems to

This Eufy robot vacuum that can also mop is back to its (almost) lowest price

Domestika raises $110M on a $1.3B valuation to expand its learning community for creative types

Amazon has slashed 20% off the price of the Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid robot vacuum, reducing it from £499.99 to £399.99 – which brings it down to almost the best price we’ve ever seen for this robot vacuum, that can mop as well as collect dust and dander from floors. (Not in the UK? Scroll down for the best robot vacuum deals in your region.) The best robot vacuums take on the chore of floor cleanin

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33TechCrunch / 11h

The creative community has been a ripe target for startups building tools and services to serve their interests and needs as they transition from their traditionally offline practices into a digital present and future. In one of the latest developments, Domestika — a popular site that creates and sells online video tutorials and courses covering a range of visual arts and related skills, building

Is the Halo TV show's Silver Timeline canon? It's complicated

Every single Samsung Galaxy S22 detail has leaked

The Halo Silver Timeline isn't officially canon within the Halo universe – but it will co-exist alongside, and potentially add to, the franchise's main timeline. That's according to Frank O'Connor, Halo's Franchise Development Director, who has attempted to clarify how the upcoming Halo TV show fits into the series' established lore. O'Connor, who also serves as an executive producer Paramount Pl

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Apple will reportedly allow iPhones to accept contactless payments

There wasn’t much about the Samsung Galaxy S22 range that we didn’t have a good idea about at this point, and now there’s even less, as a huge leak has revealed just about every detail of these phones. Coming from WinFuture , this covers a whole lot of ground that we already know, but it fills in some gaps too, and generally reiterates a lot of rumors, further suggesting that they’re accurate. So

Apple iPhone NFC Bloomberg•

500+Engadget / 12h

Small businesses might soon be able to accept payments using their iPhones without the need for extra hardware. According to Bloomberg , Apple could start rolling out the feature through a software update in the next few months, perhaps with the final version of iOS 15.4 that's coming out this spring. Apple has reportedly been working on the service since 2020, when it purchased a Canadian startu

Free covid tests are meant to reduce inequity, but they’re highlighting it

51MIT Technology Review / 12h

Lisa Levy is a housing case manager at Columbus House in New Haven, Connecticut, where she oversees residents in a complex of 25 apartments. Each of her clients has a dual diagnosis of severe mental illness and a substance use disorder, and all have been homeless. “They’re among the most vulnerable people,” Levy says, “and my job is to keep them housed.” Levy has struggled to get covid tests for

It's not a phase. It's an era.

Mashable / 12h

We're in the era of eras. A certain kind of video has gained traction among disaffected young people on TikTok. That of describing things straight, white men will never understand and categorizing these feelings into eras inspired by pop culture. For example, take this video from @bbcprideandprejudice . The text reads: "Men will never understand what it's like to be in ur fleabag era. To seek ven

12 deals on Valentine’s Day gift ideas for him

Mashable / 12h

If you celebrate Valentine’s Day , but never know what to get the guy in your life, allow us to offer some assistance. Here are a handful of awesome gift options that also happen to be on sale for a limited time. If you place your order by February 3rd, they’ll arrive on time for the love holiday. Better yet, if you spend $25 or more, you’ll also receive five entries into the Love Blossoms Valent

Learn modern PR secrets in this 9-hour course for under $50

Mashable / 12h

TL;DR: As of Jan. 27, the Complete Modern PR Secrets Course — worth $1,299 — is just $49 (that's savings of 96%). Gaining attention in a crowded online atmosphere isn’t for the faint of heart. Most any brand or business — from startups to established brands to social media influencers — is trying their best to get eyes on their content. The folks who have succeeded have mastered the magical mix o

Save 85% on lifetime access to the Microsoft Office productivity suite

Mashable / 12h

TL;DR: A lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2021 for Windows is just $49.99 as of Jan. 27. It's usually $349, so this is a discount of 85%. An impressive 145 million people use Microsoft Teams daily. And with many folks working from home more permanently in 2022, that number isn’t likely to decline any time soon. That’s not the only Microsoft product in rotation for those wor

Save money this Valentine's Day with a Jimmy Choo scent duo on sale for 57% off

Mashable / 12h

TL;DR: As of Jan. 27, this Jimmy Choo His & Hers Bundle is on sale for $84.99. The two individual perfumes usually cost $199 together, so this is a 57% discount. Valentine's Day may be known for its extravagance. But you shouldn't break the bank by trying to show the people closest to you that they matter. Fortunately, there are deals to be had. This Jimmy Choo Scent Duo is the perfect gift to sp

Opera's gaming browser is available to download on the Epic Games Store

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Portugal’s Indico Capital Partners launches €50M Ocean tech ‘Blue economy’ fund

Opera has announced that the gaming variant of its web browser, Opera GX, will also be available to download directly from the Epic Games Store, from today (January 27). You can download the browser through this link , with this being the first web browser that's available to download on Epic's storefront. Opera GX is similar to how the regular Opera browser works, but with exclusive features tha

92TechCrunch / 12h

Lisbon VC Indico Capital Partners is launching a climate tech fund – dubbed the Indico Blue Fund. The €50 million VC and growth equity fund will target ‘Blue Economy’ (technology to assist the oceans) startups and SMEs operating out of Portugal. So far €36 million has been raised with the €50 million target expected later this year. More than half of the LPs are from outside Portugal, notably fro

Cutting-edge laser lab brings fusion energy closer than ever

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Popular Mechanics / 12h

The post appeared first on Popular Mechanics .

Anti-work subreddit temporarily goes private after awkward Fox News interview

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300+Engadget / 12h

The r/antiwork subreddit forum has temporarily gone private following a rough interview between Fox News personality Jesse Watters and one of the subreddit's moderators, Mashable reported. Other mods said they're dealing with "cleanup from ongoing brigading," or attacks by other subreddits, "and will be back soon." Members of the forum felt that the interview didn't reflect well on them, as it fo

OnePlus Nord CE 2: everything we know so far

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