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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 could come with a serious speed upgrade
1KTechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 15h
If Samsung sticks to its usual schedule then we could be getting successors to the Galaxy Watch 5 and the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro at some point in August – and the new smartwatches may well come with a lot of extra power inside them too. As per SamMobile , the Galaxy Watch 6 models are going to be fitted with a new processor, the Exynos W980. This is apparently around 10% faster than the Exynos W920 c
American Airlines Sells A Ticket To A Cello – And Then Denies It Boarding In Dallas
200+View from the Wing / 14h
On April 5, two elderly passengers were removed from an American Airlines flight because the gate agent wouldn't let them fly with their cello - even though they'd purchased a seat for the cello from the airline and flown with it on the first segment of their trip. The passengers had flown from Palm Sprints to Dallas - Fort Worth. They boarded their second flight. And a gate agent came on board a
Sweet Spot Sunday: Use Alaska miles to fly from the US to Australia with a stopover in Fiji
1KThe Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. If Australia and Fiji are on your travel wish list, this could be the perfect sweet spot award for you. A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Sydney takes around 15 hours, but a stopover in Fiji can break up your transpacific journey and let you visit Australia and Fiji on the same trip. In today’s sweet spot post, I’
Now valued at $500M, Cosmose ditches Stripe to adopt Near’s crypto solution
TechCrunch / 4min
For all the investment speculation and hype, cryptocurrency has so far struggled to find meaningful use cases. Now there’s some effort from Singapore to turn the general public into crypto adopters through blockchain payments. Cosmose AI , a nine-year-old company that uses AI analytics to track in-store foot traffic and engage with shoppers online, is partnering with Near , one of the blockchain
Chromebooks' short lifespans are creating 'piles of electronic waste'
Engadget / 16min
Chromebooks have always been a popular option for schools due to the relatively cheap prices, but they exploded in popularity during the Covid pandemic as kids did their schoolwork from home. However, they may not be such a good deal after all, according to a new report called Chromebook Churn from the US Public Interest Research Group (PIRG). They found that many Chromebooks purchased just three
Quordle today - hints and answers for Monday, April 24 (game #455)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 58min
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints. And you might need them - because this popular online game takes the Wordle format and quadruples the difficulty. So if you already find yourself searching for Wordle hints , you'll probably need some for Quordle too. I'm a Quordle and Wordle fanatic who's been playing since December 2021, so I can definitely help you solve Quordle today and improve
Walmart-backed PhonePe set to challenge Google’s dominance with app store in India
53TechCrunch / 3h
Indian fintech giant PhonePe is preparing to launch a dedicated app store for Android users in India, the latest product push from the Walmart-backed firm that commands the mobile payments market in the second largest Asian economy. The app store, designed to offer hyper-localized services based on customer context, aims to assist developers with “high-quality” user acquisition through multilingu
'Wordle' today: Here's the answer, hints for April 24
Mashable / 3h
New day, new week, new Wordle ! We're here as always to help guide the way with our expert Wordle advice and the solution. If you prefer to just be told the answer, you can scroll to the end of this article for April 24's Wordle word to be revealed. But if you'd rather work through it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle come from? Originally
Yes, that was Guillermo del Toro in 'Barry'
Mashable / 4h
Barry has delivered jaw-dropping plot twists, but none have been as utterly delightful — or as unexpected — as the moment when a wild Guillermo del Toro appears in Season 4. The Academy Award-winning director makes an appearance in the season's third episode, "You're Charming," as a crime boss fittingly named Toro. That name is no coincidence. According to an interview in Deadline , Barry 's co-c
How To Change Your Name On Facebook: A Step By Step Guide
SlashGear / 4h
If you need to change your publicly displayed name on Facebook, the process is simple - so long as your new name is eligible and not inappropriate.
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for April 24
Mashable / 4h
If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle ? Quordle is a five-letter word guessing gam
'Succession' Season 4, episode 5: Breaking down the GoJo deal
39Mashable / 4h
Following the sudden death of patriarch Logan Roy (Brian Cox) and his equally shocking funeral , the Roy kids are back in the family business. In the fifth episode of this fourth (and last) season of Succession , the Roys have made their way to Norway to meet up with GoJo's CEO Lukas Matsson (Alexander Skarsgård) in an attempt to secure the deal once and for all. There's a whole lot of numbers an
'Succession' Season 4, episode 5: Why did some people escape the 'kill list'?
Mashable / 4h
So did the right Roys take over? Judging by Succession Season 4 , episode 5, which sees a tense renegotiation of the deal Logan Roy (Brian Cox) initially struck with Lukas Matsson (Alexander Skarsgård) to sell Waystar Royco, the answer appears to be a firm no. While interim CEOs Kendall (Jeremy Strong) and Roman (Kieran Culkin) are busy trying to do everything they can to sabotage their own deal
10 Coolest Lamborghini Concept Cars Ever Made
SlashGear / 5h
No auto manufacturer has a reputation for speed, extravagance, and luxury quite like Lamborghini. Here are 10 of the coolest Lamborghini concept cars ever made.
Directed Energy Weapons Explained: What Are They And How Do They Work?
SlashGear / 6h
Directed energy weapons bring a substantial advantage to the United States military for both offensive and defensive systems. We've got all the details.
The wedding tech now at the heart of couples' nuptials
44BBC News - Technology / 7h
A growing number of brides and grooms are embracing technology for their big day.
Airbus Teases Space Station Concept With Simulated Gravity
How-To Geek / 7h
Airbus, the European aerospace company, has unveiled a wild new concept for its version of a space station that could head to the last frontier and orbit Earth (or Mars) in the future. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
The Company Behind Proton Mail Just Debuted a Password Manager
How-To Geek / 7h
Proton has spent the last few years offering privacy-focused alternatives to common apps and services. There’s Proton Mail, for example, along with Proton Drive, Calendar, and VPN. So, today’s news doesn’t come as much of a surprise—Proton is launching a password manager. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
A Ski Trip in the French Alps
500+One Mile at a Time / 8h
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10 Tricks To Make Your Android Phone Run Faster
SlashGear / 8h
A sluggish smartphone is enough to make you want to tear your hair out. Here are 10 tricks to make your Android phone run faster.
What Is A CV Axle? (And How To Tell When They Need Replacing)
SlashGear / 8h
A CV axle s the most important part of your driveline that you've never heard of. We'll tell you what it is, how it works, and how to tell if it's going bad.
Twitter adds blue checks to accounts of dead celebrities
Engadget / 8h
When Elon Musk first announced Twitter would start charging for verification, he said the company’s legacy “lords & peasants” system was “bullshit.” Now, just days after winding down the old system , Twitter has begun handing out blue ticks to celebrity users and accounts with more than one million followers. Among the users who received the verification but say they did not pay for the service i
Chase Sapphire showdown: Sapphire Preferred vs. Sapphire Reserve
62The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card are two of the most talked-about travel credit cards on the market, thanks to the valuable Ultimate Rewards program , top-notch benefits and great travel protections . But which one is the best match for you? You might assume that the Chase S
Apple's Mixed-Reality Headset Rumored To Feature Proprietary Charger
SlashGear / 9h
It looks like Apple is gearing up to introduce an entirely new type of proprietary charger connector, one designed for its mixed-reality headset.
This Stunning Porsche 964 Boasts Unique Light-Inspired Paint Design
SlashGear / 9h
One of the most iconic Porsche sports cars of all time is adorned with an incredible custom paint job, courtesy of industrial designer Hanna Schönwald.
NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell is leaving Comcast over 'inappropriate conduct'
Engadget / 10h
NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell is leaving Comcast, effective immediately. The telecom giant made the surprise announcement in a terse press release it issued on Sunday . Following an investigation prompted by a complaint of inappropriate behavior, Comcast says it came to a “mutual” decision with Shell that he should resign his position. “Today is my last day as CEO of NBCUniversal. I had an inapprop
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Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
random-brushstrokes : Fritz Schwimbeck - Macbeth (1914)
How To Schedule Tweets On Twitter For Free
SlashGear / 10h
Twitter can schedule tweets for the future, though it can be a bit complicated to find. There are also third-party services that offer similar functionality.
These 144Hz Monitors Help You Win Games
SlashGear / 10h
What some people tend to overlook is that hardware means more than just things like the graphics card or the processor - you also need a good monitor.
Markiplier Enters Hollywood with Iron Lung's Movie Adaptation
99Gizmodo / 10h
Markiplier is making his way to the big screen. Read more...
ARM is reportedly building a chip to show off what its designs can do
Engadget / 11h
ARM is reportedly building its own chip. According to the Financial Times , the company has tasked its newly formed “solutions engineering” team, led by former Qualcomm executive and Snapdragon designer Kevork Kechichian, with producing a semiconductor to showcase the capabilities of its products. ARM’s apparent goal with the project is to attract new customers ahead of its highly anticipated ini
Enjoy Singapore Airlines’ Soothing Music At Home
84One Mile at a Time / 11h
Having traveled with Singapore Airlines earlier this year (enjoying the carrier’s lounge at Singapore Changi , and also flying Singapore Airlines’ 787 business class ), I was reminded of how much I enjoy Singapore Airlines’ music. The great news is that Singapore Airlines makes this really easy to enjoy while not traveling with the airline, either at home or on the go. Listen to Singapore Airline
4 things the TSA really doesn’t want you to bring on an airplane
400+The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This story is continually updated. Nothing starts your trip off on the wrong foot like a long security line at the airport. Though there are tools to shorten your time waiting in line — namely, TSA PreCheck and Clear — your experience, unfortunately, depends on your fellow travelers to a certain degree. People in front of you might be moving slowly because they forgot to take their
newyorkthegoldenage : Lee Miller in Manhattan by Georges Lepape, 1927. At this time she was a model; later she became a...
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
newyorkthegoldenage : Lee Miller in Manhattan by Georges Lepape, 1927. At this time she was a model; later she became a fashion and fine art photographer and, during World War II, a war correspondent. The sketch was used as a cover for American Vogue. Source: Nick Harvill Libraries
This Hand-Painted Porsche Vision GT In Cartoon Style Is Out Of This World
SlashGear / 11h
This Porsche Vision GT prototype has a stunning paint job by a well-known artist and you can drive it yourself for free! In a manner of speaking...
Google's First Foldable Phone Appears In Leaked Hands-On Video
SlashGear / 11h
Google's foldable phone has seemingly appeared in the flesh for the first time, weeks ahead of its rumored launch at the I/O developer conference in May.
Avatar 2's Art and Costumes Stun in Immersive Experience for Earth Day
Gizmodo / 12h
Yesterday was Earth Day, and what better way to celebrate the annual call for environmental protection than by remembering Avatar: The Way of Water ? James Cameron’s massive 2022 sequel is both extremely environmentally minded and currently back in IMAX theaters for the weekend. And if you don’t have the money (or… Read more...
5 Legendary Nintendo Games We Want To See On The Switch
SlashGear / 12h
Despite the vast array of first- and third-party titles from just about every Nintendo era, the Switch is still lacking some very notable choices.
7 New Android 14 Features You Can Try On Your Pixel Phone Right Now
SlashGear / 12h
Google I/O and the official release of Android 14 are on the horizon. There are cool new features aplenty, and you can try them right now if you have a Pixel.
The NBA playoffs have been defined by one thing: nut shots
36Mashable / 12h
Somehow a primary storyline of the NBA playoffs is the same as the subject of viral videos in the early days of YouTube: nut shots. That's right, hits to the groin have been a central part of the ongoing first round of the NBA playoffs. It started with Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers vs Brooklyn Nets. Star Sixers center Joel Embiid fell to the ground and got stepped over by Nic Claxton, traditio
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Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
joyfulseasons : the.vintage.library
Corrupt Atlanta Airport Let Executives Expense A Funeral, Made Payment To “Become A Hot Chick”
20View from the Wing / 12h
If you wanted to open a business like a restaurant in the Atlanta airport you needed to pay the ex-Mayor's daughter first . The airport’s former manager was fired for being insufficiently corrupt, and then the city council buried the payments that bought his silence. Getting kickbacks from vendors avoids problems with violating FAA rules on use of funds, but does sometimes attract attention of th
[75,000 Miles] Capital One Venture X Offer
45View from the Wing / 12h
Capital One Venture X is the premium version of its signature Venture product And I'm sort of amazed at how much they're including at the price point. For travel rewards fans this is going to be a strong card to consider - and it hits
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