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BMW Issues Do-Not-Drive Warning For 90,000 Cars
100+SlashGear / 11h
BMW issued a do-not-drive warning for its cars due to a major safety recall that could endanger drivers involved in even minor traffic accidents.
Fox Tells Media Matters to Take Down Behind-the-Scenes Tucker Carlson Videos
1KGizmodo / 9h
Fox Corp., the parent company of Fox News, would very much appreciate it if Media Matters for America would stop monitoring media. The Rupert Murdoch-owned network sent Media Matters a cease and desist letter on Friday, demanding that the non-profit watchdog take down leaked, behind-the-scenes footage of Tucker… Read more...
7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max and more this weekend (May 5)
1KTechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 15h
If you’re not heading out to catch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 this weekend – which is now playing in theaters and IMAX worldwide – the likes of Netflix , Prime Video and HBO Max have plenty to keep you entertained from the comfort of your own home. Headlining the latest crop of arrivals is new Apple TV Plus drama Silo , which begins streaming alongside spin-off series set in the worlds of Bri
This $12 gadget can convert your old SSD into a portable SSD in 10 seconds
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 38min
SATA solid state drives are on the way out as PCIe models take over and if you happen to have an old internal one, then with a USB to SATA converter like the Sabrent EC-SSHD , you can easily convert it to a portable SSD storage (2.5-inch SATA only) for just under $12 at Amazon. Physically it looks like a USB long cable (about two feet long) with a weird connector at one end (that’s a SATA connect
A lifetime subscription to the Wordplay AI Content Generator is on sale for under £80
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to the Wordplay AI Content Generator is on sale for £79.85, saving you 49% on list price. If you’re an online content creator or small business owner, you likely know the struggle of producing frequent, high-quality content. Whether it’s churning out blog posts, web pages, or marketing content, the process can be time- and money-consuming. This AI writer can create
The best VPNs for ChatGPT
Mashable / 1h
Not so long ago, artificial intelligence was just something people spoke about in movies set in the distant future. Now, it seems like it's all anyone is talking about. Advancements have been sudden and dramatic. There's still so much we don't know, but what's clear is that artificial intelligence is here to stay. And it's going to change the way we all live our lives. A lot of the artificial int
How to watch U.S. Netflix for free from anywhere in the world
Mashable / 1h
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How to watch BBC iPlayer for free from anywhere in the world
Mashable / 1h
SAVE 49%: Private Internet Access is a powerful service that can reliably unblock BBC iPlayer. A two-year subscription to Private Internet Access is on sale for £43.94 and includes an extra two months for free — 85% off for a limited time. Opens in a new tab Credit: PIA Private Internet Access (2-Year Subscription + 2 Months Free) (opens in a new tab) £43.94 only at Private Internet Access (with
Japanese Kei Trucks: America's Surprisingly Popular Auto Enthusiast Trend
SlashGear / 3h
A type of tiny truck that's popular in Japan has caught the eyes of enthusiasts in the U.S. What are Kei trucks and why are Americans so interested in them?
madamelesfressange: The Art of Elegance William...
Music, Arts & Literature / 3h
madamelesfressange : The Art of Elegance William Barribal, English (1874-1952) “William Henry Barribal was a London artist who began his career as a lithographer before going on to study at the Académie Julian in Paris. By the turn of the 20th century, Barribal had become an accomplished painter and designer. He created a series of images that were used on First World War recruitment posters in G
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for May 6
Mashable / 4h
You made it! It's Saturday! Celebrate with today's 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 May 6'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 Word
Marvel's Blade Has Been Delayed by the Writers' Strike
Gizmodo / 5h
Marvel’s vampire hunter Blade is a fierce warrior but he may have finally met his match: labor unions. The upcoming, long-in-development reboot of the Marvel franchise starring Mahershala Ali was scheduled to start filming this summer, aiming at a September 2024 release, but pre-production has been shut down due to… Read more...
8 Best Budget Android Phones Under $100
SlashGear / 5h
Finding a decent cheap smartphone is not as easy as it once was, but there are still some strong options. Here are the best budget Android phones under $100.
Here's What Made The Dodge Ram Daytona So Interesting
SlashGear / 5h
The Dodge Ram Daytona was built as a tribute to the Dodge Charger of the late 60s and early 70s, and it had a few characteristics that made it stand out.
Marvel's Sean Gunn and Maria Bakalova on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Music Faves
Gizmodo / 6h
With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 out this week, wrapping up the era of James Gunn’s misfit band of Marvel heroes, we find ourselves asking “please don’t stop the music” as the cast embarks on a farewell tour of sorts. Read more...
Google and OpenAI are Walmarts besieged by fruit stands
34TechCrunch / 6h
OpenAI may be synonymous with machine learning now and Google is doing its best to pick itself up off the floor , but both may soon face a new threat: rapidly multiplying open source projects that push the state of the art and leave the deep-pocketed but unwieldy corporations in their dust. This Zerg-like threat may not be an existential one, but it will certainly keep the dominant players on the
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for May 6
Mashable / 6h
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
5 Of The Best Multipoint Bluetooth Headphones & Earbuds In 2023
SlashGear / 6h
Multi-point Bluetooth allows you to connect to multiple devices. It's an under-utilized feature, but some headphones have it. Here are some of our favorites.
The Best Bottleneck Calculators For Windows
SlashGear / 6h
If your computer isn't performing to the best of its ability, there's a tool you can use to troubleshoot. These are the best bottleneck calculators for Windows.
The Easiest Ways To Fix A Chromebook That Keeps Crashing
SlashGear / 6h
If you're using a Chromebook and you're running into crashing issues, there are a few fixes your can try. We'll show you how to get it back up and running.
Gmail caught mixing ads with regular emails, annoying many on the internet
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Do you like ads in your Gmail account? No? Well, too bad because it looks like we’re going to get even more. Screenshots from across the internet show users getting way more ads than usual on Gmail for desktop and mobile. Advertisements are nothing new to Gmail , but they’re normally tucked away at the top of the Promotions and Social tabs where they can be easily ignored. The new placement, howe
Hacked verified Facebook pages impersonating Meta are buying ads from Meta
26TechCrunch / 6h
Sketchy Facebook pages impersonating businesses are nothing new , but a flurry of recent scams is particularly brazen. A handful of verified Facebook pages were hacked recently and spotted slinging likely malware through ads approved by and purchased through the platform. But the accounts should be easy to catch — in some cases, they were impersonating Facebook itself. Social consultant Matt Nava
Disney Says Showrunners Should Work Despite Writers' Strike
Gizmodo / 6h
In a memo acquired by the Hollywood Reporter , Bob McPhail, assistant chief counsel for ABC Signature, a Disney subsidiary, reminded showrunners for Disney shows that they “are not excused from performing your duties as a showrunner and/or producer on your series as a result of the WGA strike .” Read more...
Twitter confirms Circle tweets temporarily were not private
28TechCrunch / 7h
Twitter confirmed that a security error that made Circle tweets — posts that only go out to a small subset of trusted friends — surface publicly. TechCrunch reported the glitch in early April, but the platform confirmed the issue today in an email sent to Twitter Circle users. “In April 2023, a security incident may have allowed users outside of your Twitter Circle to see tweets that should have
President Biden meets with AI CEOs at the White House amid ethical criticism
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris meet the 'Investing in America Cabinet' to discuss the Investing in America agenda in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on May 5. (credit: Jim Watson/AFP via Getty ) On Thursday, President Joe Biden held a meeting at the White House with CEOs of leading AI companies, including Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, and A
Apple Arcade still exists, adds 20 new games—and some of them sound neat
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / A screenshot from What the Car? , one of the more intriguing games from Apple's new Arcade additions. (credit: Apple) Apple Arcade is still around, and it's still a priority—at least, that's the message we imagine Apple's surprise launch of 20 new games on the same day seeks to send. The new games include (but aren't limited to) a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-branded battler titled TMNT
How To Start Seeing Facebook Reels That Are More Interesting To You
SlashGear / 7h
Facebook rolled out some new controls for Reels to help train the algorithm that serves up content for you. We'll tell you how to use those controls.
Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 8 Battery Life: How It Compares To Biggest Competitors
SlashGear / 7h
When you look at the Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 8 as a prospective new purchase, battery life should be one of the most important factors in your decision.
Steam Search Received A Much-Needed Update To Make Finding New Games Even Easier
SlashGear / 7h
Steam is updating its store's search functionality, expanding it out to make it a bit more forgiving over typos, among other improvements to general searches.
Daily Crunch: New AI model DeepFloyd IF offers ‘advanced text-to-image generation techniques’
TechCrunch / 7h
To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. PDT, subscribe here . Fri-Yay! If you’ve got some time on your hands today, get your Disrupt tickets — early-bird savings end in 7 days ! Also, it seems a little daft to pick a fight against plant-based milks, but this advertisement by newly minted CEO Aubrey Plaza (yes, that Aubrey Pla
How Much of Guardians of the Galaxy Did James Gunn Plan From the Start? | io9 Interview
Gizmodo / 7h
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Apple Supplier All But Confirms iPhone 15's Touch-Based Buttons Are Gone for Good
Gizmodo / 7h
Big ol’ buttons are back, baby—or more so, they never truly left. Industry reports all but confirm that the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will likely not sport any touch-sensitive “taptic” buttons, seeming to clinch earlier reports that Apple was going back to basics for how users will turn on their phone or… Read more...
How to maximize your rewards earning with the Chase Sapphire Preferred
The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. We often say the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is the best first credit card for those learning about the points and miles hobby. That’s not because the card is a “beginner” card — quite the opposite. Many of us at TPG still have the Sapphire Preferred because it’s integral to our travel rewards strategy.
Getting a new 15-inch MacBook Air after WWDC will be much easier this time around
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
As rumors continue to swirl that Apple will finally announce the oft-rumored 15-inch MacBook Air during WWDC23 a new report adds further fuel to that fire. That report claims that Apple's suppliers are getting their ducks in a row ahead of the unveiling, making sure that they have enough laptops on hand should sales figures prove positive. How many laptops? "Stockpiling" is the word being thrown
Google will reportedly release Pixel Watch 2 this fall
Engadget / 8h
Google may have taken years to ship the first Pixel Watch , but it might not take nearly so long to introduce a sequel. A 9to5Google source claims the company will release the Pixel Watch 2 this fall alongside the Pixel 8 phone family this fall. Details are scarce, but Google has historically delivered new flagship Pixels in October. It teased the first smartwatch at I/O last year, and we wouldn'
NuraTrue Vs NuraTrue Pro: What's The Difference Between These Earbuds?
SlashGear / 8h
NuraTrue and NuraTrue Pro are both earbuds that bring more to the table than your average set of audio blasters -- but which set is the better value?
Here's What Made The Ford SVT Lightning So Special
SlashGear / 8h
Ford produces a comparatively very normal, but still potent 'Lightning' EV pickup today. However, it pales in comparison to the oddball original SVT Lightning.
Tecno Phantom V Fold Review: Democratizing The Foldable Android Phone
SlashGear / 8h
The Tecno Phantom V Fold may be the most affordable foldable smartphone yet, but it's unlikely you'll be able to get one any time soon. So what's the big deal?
How To Watch Local TV Channels On Roku Devices
SlashGear / 8h
Cutting the cord doesn't have to mean losing access to local broadcasts like news or weather. There are several ways to connect local TV to your Roku device.
Magic: The Gathering's New Doctor Who Set Will Cover All of Time and Space
31Gizmodo / 8h
We’ve known for a while that one of Magic ’s next big crossovers for its “Universes Beyond” line would celebrate 60 years of Doctor Who . But now we have a first look at the details going into the set—and know that it’ll be landing just in time for the show’s anniversary date. Read more...
Judge Dismisses F.T.C. Lawsuit Against Kochava, a Location Data Broker
NYT > Technology / 8h
The ruling was a blow to the commission’s intensifying efforts to crack down on the sale and use of sensitive personal information.
IHG Restricts New Breakfast Benefit, Makes It Easier To Gift Rewards
View from the Wing / 8h
Several changes that have been made to the IHG One Rewards elite benefit terms and conditions. These have been published to their website, but they haven't otherwise told anyone about them which always strikes me as a poor practice. Continue reading ...
Sony is shutting down PixelOpus, the studio behind ‘Concrete Genie’
Engadget / 8h
PixelOpus, a small in-house studio within PlayStation Studios, is closing down next month. In a statement to Engadget, a PlayStation representative confirmed, “PlayStation Studios regularly evaluates its portfolio and the status of studio projects to ensure they meet the organization’s short and long-term strategic objectives. As part of a recent review process, it has been decided that PixelOpus
Targeted AAdvantage members can now buy American status — at a hefty price
200+The Points Guy / 8h
American Airlines has a new offer where targeted AAdvantage members can buy status through March 31, 2024, as reported by View From the Wing . To check your offer, visit this landing page . In our tests, only select non-status holders are targeted for entry-level Gold status. And if you once held American status, data points indicated that you’re more likely to be targeted. Regardless, like the e
The Best Student Discounts You Can Get Right Now
Lifehacker / 8h
You go to college to secure an education that will earn you a degree that will get you a better-paying job in the future. The problem is, college is really expensive while you’re there, as is just living your life. But you don’t have to live in total squalor while pursuing a degree. Your student status can actually… Read more...
AMD could relaunch these ultra-budget CPUs and give your wallet a break
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
This generation’s lack of truly budget-minded components has been an issue for many consumers, but AMD could be fixing it very soon with the relaunch of some of its budget-friendly Ryzen 3000G-series chips. According to a report from Board Channels , AMD may be bringing back the only two models of its low-end Ryzen 3000G series processors, the quad-core 3400G and quad-core 3200G. VideoCardz asser
Confusion sets in as Meta content moderators go without pay
54TechCrunch / 8h
Content moderators under Sama, Meta’s content review sub-contractor in Africa, earlier today picketed at the company’s headquarters in Kenya demanding April salary, while urging it to observe the court orders that barred it from conducting mass layoffs. The demonstrations came after Sama, in an email, instructed moderators to clear with the company by May 11, a move the employees say is against t
Free TV's Chock-Full of Ads Are on the Way
Gizmodo / 8h
Pluto TV’s co-founder is working to revolutionize the television industry with free ad-supported TV sets which will reportedly be released later this year. Co-founder Ilya Pozin has quietly created the startup Teevee Corporation, which is not affiliated with Pluto TV, and will produce complete TV sets that will… Read more...
Gmail is Getting More Ads
How-To Geek / 8h
No one likes websites and services filled with ads, but Gmail’s advertising has been relatively unintrusive over the years. Recently, though, that’s changing for some people. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
This App Can ID Any Bird In Your Neighborhood by Sight or Sound
Lifehacker / 8h
We become desensitized to the common sounds around us—car alarms, chattering squirrels, the mechanical functions of modern living kicking on and off throughout the day. If you had asked me a week ago what kind of birds live in my neighborhood, I could have confidently said “cardinals” (because they are pretty easy to… Read more...
Worried About Getting Throat Cancer From Oral Sex? We Have Very Good News
20Futurism / 9h
As far as alarming headlines are concerned, there are few scarier than those warning that oral sex is causing an epidemic of throat cancer. Last week, British cancer researcher Hisham Mehanna published a sobering column in The Conversation — " Oral sex is now the leading risk factor for throat cancer " — about the increase in throat cancer as a result of HPV infection, often contracted via oral s
New Dune: Part Two Photos Show Arrakis Beyond the Worm-Riding Trailer
21Gizmodo / 9h
It’s May, meaning the summer movie season is about to kick into high gear, but sci-fi fans have their sights on something else. Something distant. The month of November. Because that’s when Denis Villeneuve will finally unleash the sequel fans have been eagerly anticipating— Dune: Part Two— on the world. Read more...
Google Home app gets new secret features – here's how to try them
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Google is currently rolling out an update for its Home app that adds support for smart garage doors and a new Inbox feed for recently triggered events. To try out these features, you'll need to download Google Home version 3.0 from the Play Store . You can also enter the Google Home Public Preview program to try out the tools if they don't appear after installation. To join, open the Google Home
Delta adds brand-new route from Boston to Mexico City
100+The Points Guy / 9h
Delta Air Lines is celebrating Cinco de Mayo by unveiling a brand-new route to Mexico City. The carrier will commence daily service from its hub at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Mexico City International Airport (MEX) on Dec. 21, 2023, according to a carrier spokesperson. Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free biweekly aviation newsletter. The new 2,276-mile route w
Tricks To Make Your Chromebook Run Faster
SlashGear / 9h
Your Chromebook's built-in resources can quickly get gunked up through the course of ordinary use. Here are some tricks to make your Chromebook run faster
'Swedish Death Cleaning' Can Improve Your Life Right Now
Lifehacker / 9h
You’re reminded of it every time you move: You have too much crap. It piles up in closets , under beds, in storage units, and inside garages. And dealing with all that clutter is bad for your mental health . The psychological weight of hoarder-level clutter and mess is easy to understand, but it can affect you even if… Read more...
Quick Points: Here’s why you shouldn’t end your European trip in the UK
75The Points Guy / 9h
Let’s assume you’re planning a trip to Europe and want to include a visit to the U.K. Should you plan to visit London at the start, in the middle or at the end of your trip? Does it even matter? Well, you could save hundreds of dollars if you strategically plan the order of stops. Suppose you want to visit five of the most popular cities in Europe. Here are the taxes and fees you’d need to pay on
Amazon quietly acquired audio content discovery engine Snackable AI to boost its podcast projects
57TechCrunch / 9h
Amazon quietly acquired New York–based audio content discovery engine Snackable AI last December to boost its podcast features, as first reported by New York Post . The tech giant told TechCrunch in an email on Friday that the Snackable AI team joined Amazon Music to work on existing podcast projects. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Snackable AI founder and CEO Mari Joller is
How Could AI Change War? U.S. Defense Experts Warn About New Tech
100+NYT > Technology / 9h
U.S. national security officials are warning about the potential for the new technology to upend war, cyber conflict and — in the most extreme case — the use of nuclear weapons.
Alex Jones Gets Punked by a Fake AI Tucker Carlson
500+Gizmodo / 9h
Alex Jones—the bloated, misanthropic mannequin that spews hate and conspiracies with robotic efficiency—found himself at the mercy of a prank call earlier this week by a man claiming to be ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson . The jig was up, according to Jones, when the fake Carlson started saying “lewd, sexual things.” Read more...
7 Things We Loved and 3 Things We Didn't in Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2
Gizmodo / 9h
Star Wars: Visions is back, and Lucasfilm’s second volume of animated shorts made by outside studios expands the canon with fresh perspectives for tales that build out that galaxy far, far, away . Read more...
Israel Seizes Crypto Accounts It Claims Belong to Hamas, ISIS
Gizmodo / 9h
The Israeli government is taking action against crypto accounts it has deemed suspicious, closing down dozens on one of the largest platforms for the digital currency. Read more...
‘Hogwarts Legacy’ adds arachnophobia mode for spider-free gaming
Engadget / 9h
Arachnophobic Harry Potter fans, rejoice. Developer Avalanche Software has added a new accessibility feature to Hogwarts Legacy that removes spiders from the game. The update coincides with the title’s arrival on PS4 and Xbox One today. The Hogwarts Legacy update (build 1140773) launched Thursday adds the new Arachnophobia Mode to the game’s accessibility options. It changes all enemy spider appe
How to Watch the Coronation of King Charles III Live
29Wired / 9h
Want to stream the royal ceremony wherever you are? Here’s where you can tune in on Saturday.
More than half of Twitter Blue's earliest subscribers are no longer subscribed
500+Mashable / 9h
Twitter Blue's struggles since its launch nearly six months ago are more severe than previously revealed, new data suggests. Since Musk's version of the subscription service launched last November, Twitter has only been able to convert around 640,000 Twitter users into paying Twitter Blue subscribers as of the end of April, as Mashable reported earlier this week. While those numbers are lackluste
What You Need To Do If Your Android Phone Gets Stuck Updating
SlashGear / 10h
It's important to update your phone regularly, but every now and then your phone could get stuck. Here are some reasons why and how to fix it when it happens.
How To Know If Your TV Is NextGen TV Compatible
SlashGear / 10h
In addition to visual improvements, NextGen TV brings advanced sound capabilities, such as 3D audio formats like Dolby Atmos.
Fortnite Is So Big It's Going To The Olympics
SlashGear / 10h
As part of the Olympics' Esports Series for 2023, Fortnite is coming to the event as a sharpshooter challenge, allowing adept aimers to prove their skill.
This Newly Discovered Method To Recycle Lithium Batteries Could Be A Gamechanger For Electric Cars
SlashGear / 10h
A team of scientists has discovered a new and somewhat unique method of recovering the raw materials from used lithium-ion batteries
Family Dollar Is Recalling These Advil Products, FDA Says
20Lifehacker / 10h
Family Dollar is voluntarily recalling multiple Advil products from an undisclosed number of their stores across the country. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announcement , the recall is due to the drugs being improperly stored outside of the recommended room temperature by Family Dollar. Read more...
This 'Companion' AI Chatbot Convinced Me to Find a Therapist
20Gizmodo / 10h
It was a Wednesday morning, I’m burned up in midweek blues, and there was a subtle drumming building to a four-on-the-floor on my temples. I spotted a small press release for a new AI chatbot, just one of so many that have scrolled across my screen since the advent of ChatGPT a little over half a year ago. The first… Read more...
Congresswoman Proposes Bill Targeting AI-Generated Political Ads
20Futurism / 10h
2024 CAImpaign Legislators are seeking to regulate AI-generated political advertisements ahead of the 2024 presidential election. As The Washington Post reports , representative Yvette Clarke (D-NY) has authored a bill that would require political parties to disclose if they used AI-generated content in their ads. "Our current laws don't begin to scratch the surface with respect to protecting the
Brydge is done making Apple gear, leaving preorders unfilled, employees stiffed
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / The Brydge Max+, one of the company's last iPad products. Brydge focused on aluminum builds, laptop-like hinges, and—before Apple decided it would offer them—integrated trackpads. Brydge, a company that once aimed to make high-quality iPad keyboards that all but transformed them into MacBooks, has gone out of business. The company's website is just a logo , employees and preordering cus
Microsoft and AMD are reportedly teaming up to combat Nvidia’s AI dominance
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / AMD's Instinct AI accelerators aren't as widely used as competing products from Nvidia. (credit: AMD) The hardware that has enabled and driven the recent explosion of generative AI products has primarily been manufactured by Nvidia. That's thanks in part to its dominant position in the consumer and workstation graphics markets, plus the well-established CUDA libraries and its AI-acceler
Toyota’s 2023 Prius: Lamborghini looks meet fuel-sipping economy
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / The Prius used to be considered quite cool back when it was the first mainstream hybrid on sale. Now in its fifth generation, the new one finally looks really cool. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) "It looks fast," said my neighbor as they eyed the sleek blue car parked in the shadow of their big BMW X5. That's understandable; from time to time, there are quite fast cars parked in my spot , an
What Is a Rapid Security Response on iPhone, iPad, or Mac?
How-To Geek / 10h
Apple has a faster way to get security updates to iPhones, iPads, and Macs faster: The “Rapid Security Response.” Here’s what you need to know about the new update delivery method that debuted in May 2023. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Why Halo is betting on a remote-operated car-sharing service
21TechCrunch / 10h
Driverless cars are often marketed as a safe and convenient means of travel that allows customers to watch movies, scroll through TikTok or nap — all without worrying about taking over control. Whether it’s in a personal vehicle (which to remind everyone, there are currently no personal autonomous cars for sale) or ride-hailing service like Cruise or Waymo , the big sales pitch is you don’t have
Make This Easy, Creamy Four-Ingredient Lemon Dessert
26Lifehacker / 10h
If you saw “lemon curdled cream” listed on a dessert menu, you’d probably pass over it in favor of lava cake. Understandably: “Curdled” is an inherently unsexy word. But while not all curdling is desirable, there are many instances in which curdled dairy is a good thing. Cheese is a big one. This sweet, creamy, four… Read more...
Think of the monetized children and other TC news
TechCrunch / 10h
Meta is monetizing kids as much as they are the rest of us. But this week the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has alleged that Meta violated a 2020 order to protect kids on the site as well as, running afoul of the agency’s Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. The FTC will not just be dolling out another financial slap on the wrist, they’re moving to completely prohibit Meta from monetizin
Devaluation after devaluation, 8 TPG staffers share their favorite award redemptions that are still around
56The Points Guy / 10h
While we’ve seen regular credit card transfer bonuses and increased sign-up bonuses in 2023, this year has also had widespread award devaluations. Within the last couple of months, Etihad Airways slashed all partner sweet spots , Virgin Atlantic spiked award rates on some premium-cabin ANA awards and Alaska Airlines increased Japan Airlines awards by up to 100% , to name a few. So, after so many
Warhammer 40K's Awesome New Monster Updates a Nearly 30-Year-Old Model
Gizmodo / 10h
A new edition of Warhammer 40K means new models—and for some of the 40-year-old wargaming franchise’s creatures and characters , that means updates they’ve not had in generations. For one big new beastie in particular, it’s a glow up almost 30 years in the making. Read more...
American Airlines Call Centers Will Pitch Credit Cards Instead Of Avis Car Rentals
28View from the Wing / 10h
According to an internal company memo shared with View From The Wing this changeover takes place May 15. Continue reading ...
'Mission Impastable:' New Jersey Town Finds 500 Pounds of Pasta Dumped in the Woods
32Gizmodo / 10h
New Jersey residents were in for a surprise after finding hundreds of pounds worth of pasta in the woods of Old Bridge, a small suburban town. Community advocate Nina Jochnowitz, who unsuccessfully ran for city council several years ago, received a message about the cooked pasta and headed to the woods to see for… Read more...
World Of Hyatt Guest Of Honor: How Does It Work?
85One Mile at a Time / 10h
Guest of Honor is a benefit available exclusively to World of Hyatt Globalist members , and it’s one of my favorite perks offered by any hotel loyalty program. In this post I wanted to take a closer look at how Guest of Honor works, and what makes it so useful. What is World of Hyatt’s Guest of Honor benefit? Hyatt introduced the Guest of Honor benefit in 2015, back when the loyalty program was c
Glimmers of AGI Are Just an Illusion, Scientists Say
200+Futurism / 11h
If you believe we're about to reach a point where AI chatbots are just as capable of learning how to complete intellectual tasks as humans, you might want to think again. In a new yet-to-be-peer-reviewed paper , a team of Stanford scientists, argue the glimmers of artificial general intelligence (AGI) we're seeing are all just an illusion. Across the board, AI companies have been making big claim
The Biggest Home Improvement Rebates You Can Get From the Government
Lifehacker / 11h
The Inflation Reduction Act has more than just tax breaks in it. For big home upgrades that use less power, it has some hefty rebates you should take advantage of. From cooktops to HVAC, the two rebate programs that most homeowners can qualify for are called HOMES and HEEHRA. These two federal programs can save you… Read more...
Cheap Keyboards Are Fine, Actually
How-To Geek / 11h
Nerd culture has convinced a lot of people that cheap keyboards are hard to type on, or that they fall apart after a few months. And while this is sometimes true, there are plenty of cheap keyboards that feel great and endure years of regular use. You don’t even need to search hard to find them. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
How to Fix “make: command not found” Error in Ubuntu
How-To Geek / 11h
Standard Ubuntu installs don’t include the Linux make utility. It’s used mainly by software developers, but even non-coders may need it in some situations. Here’s how to install make on Ubuntu Linux. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
The CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery Says 'Love of Working' Will End the Writers' Strike
200+Gizmodo / 11h
The nerve of Warner Bros. Discovery will never cease to amaze me. Today’s personal grievance comes from none other than the company’s CEO and president David Zaslav, who shared a curious point of view regarding the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike . Read more...
Costco Anywhere Visa Card review: A great option for Costco lovers
35The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Costco Anywhere Visa® Card overview The Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi is one of the best store credit cards on the market. If you already have a Costco membership, this card is a solid way to earn rewards across a wide range of purchases, including eligible gas, restaurants, eligible travel and
2024 Hummer EV Omega Edition Somehow Makes The Electric Truck Even More Ostentatious
SlashGear / 11h
Hummer is stepping with an out-of-this-world special Omega Edition, inspired by the planet Neptune, that features tons of new features and a unique paint job.
10 Coolest Ferrari Concept Cars Ever Made
SlashGear / 11h
New Ferrari concepts are few and far between, and many have been forgotten over time. Here are 10 concepts that represent the best from Ferrari's back catalog.
Unihertz Luna Review: Does This Android Phone Look Like Nothing To You?
SlashGear / 11h
The Unihertz Luna continues the brand's legacy of creating smartphones that mimic the aesthetic of their competitors -- what does this one look like to you?
Driving The Lamborghini Miura: History's First & Greatest Supercar
SlashGear / 11h
The car that spawned the supercar era is a bonafide classic, but does the Lamborghini Miura live up to its reputation today? We took the wheel to find out.
7 Best Apps For Buying New And Used Cars
SlashGear / 11h
These days, buying a new or used car doesn't mean you have to deal with stressful dealership interactions. These apps make the process seamless.
AirTags Help Police Track Down Suspects In $1.1m Armored Car Robbery
SlashGear / 11h
While AirTags are helpful for finding your keys, they can also evidently thwart robbers, as shown by the recovery of over a million dollars from burglars.
Save on Logitech PC accessories from mice to headsets at GameStop
Mashable / 11h
SAVE UP TO $50: As of May 5, GameStop is offering up to $50 off Logitech PC accessories . Save on headsets, mice, webcams, and more. Some are new, and some are pre-owned or refurbished. Either way, you could end up saving a lot. Opens in a new tab Credit: Logitech Logitech PC Accessories Sale (opens in a new tab) Save up to $50 at GameStop (opens in a new tab) How many times have you thought to y
Here's What's New in the Latest WhatsApp Update
Lifehacker / 11h
We love an update—new features, new stability, a fresh look at the apps we use each and every day. Now, it’s WhatsApp turn once again to add new changes to the messaging app virtually everyone with a smartphone uses . This time around, we see updates to two major tentpoles in the app: polls and captions. Read more...
Walensky to step down as head of CDC
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / CDC Director Rochelle Walensky testifying before Congress. (credit: Drew Angerer ) On Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walensky announced that she'd be stepping down from her position at the end of June. The announcement came the same day that the World Health Organization announced that COVID no longer constituted an emergency , and Walensky's re
US seizes Z-Library login domain, but secret URLs for each user remain active
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | asadykov) US authorities have seized another major Z-Library domain but still haven't been able to wipe the pirate book site off the Internet. Z-Library claims to offer over 13 million books, up from 11 million since US authorities launched their first major operation against Z-Library late last year. "Unfortunately, one of our primary login domains was seized toda
You May Have Missed Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3's Best Moment
Gizmodo / 11h
With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 completing a trilogy of films, obviously there were going to be lots of payoffs . Writer-director James Gunn delivers with sometimes satisfying, sometimes sad, but equally excellent endings for basically all of your favorite characters . But did you realize that you, the audience… Read more...
This ransomware gang used the emergency broadcast system to tell university students they've been attacked
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Ransomware operators are always looking for novel ways to pressure their victims into paying their demands, and now we’ve seen the first time that an emergency broadcast system has been used for that purpose. A ransomware group calling itself Avos recently compromised Bluefield University, a private institution in Virginia, housing roughly 900 students. In late April this year, the institution su
The next Galaxy Z foldable might actually look like a Z
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Samsung is apparently working on a new style of foldable phone – and it could be that it releases a future Z-series entry that, when viewed from a certain angle, actually resembles the letter Z. A patent shared on Twitter shows a foldable phone with three hinged sections that enable the device to be folded in a zigzag shape, as if it were a shower screen. Patent for Samsung's Triple Fold released
Valve just made Steam search much more useful
Engadget / 11h
Starting today, it should be easier to find what you're looking for on Steam . When you type something in the main search field on the Steam web store or desktop or mobile apps, the suggestions will include tags, developers, publishers and franchises if it seems like there's a good match. For instance, type in "Sony" and you may see the PlayStation Studios publisher page among the suggestions. Pu
Amazon’s TikTok-like Inspire shopping feed is now available to all customers in the US
37TechCrunch / 11h
Amazon’s in-app TikTok-like shopping feed is now available to all customers in the United States, according to the company’s website . The feature rolled out to select U.S. customers in December after Amazon had been spotted experimenting with a TikTok-like shopping feed last summer. The new short-form video and photo feed allows consumers to explore products and ideas and shop from content creat
Doctors Behind Mifepristone Ban Called ‘Christians’ a Top Threat
100+Wired / 12h
Leaked documents reveal that the American College of Pediatricians viewed “mainstream medicine” and “nominal Christians” as its opposition.
Only Morons Use ChatGPT As a Substitute for Google
Lifehacker / 12h
Recently, on a question-and-answer thread on Reddit, somebody asked about the exact heel height of a discontinued weightlifting shoe. “I’ve looked everywhere, but not even ChatGPT knows,” I remember them saying. It was true that the information was hard to find, but that’s all the more reason to not use ChatGPT. If… Read more...
Despite poor reviews, Prime Video's spy thriller Citadel is a smash hit
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Amazon Prime Video has a hit on its hands, with the spy thriller Citadel ’s premiere launching it to the number one slot in almost 200 territories worldwide (via Deadline ). Starring Richard Madden, Priyanka Chopra Jones, and Stanley Tucci, the mix of high-octane action and recognizable faces has proved a hit with Prime Video subscribers. Citadel’s premiere numbers are only second to last year’s
Ex-OpenAI Safety Researcher Says There’s a 20% Chance of AI Apocalypse
500+Futurism / 12h
AI Me This A one-time OpenAI safety researcher is sounding alarm bells about the decidedly grim-sounding prospect that artificial intelligence may, eventually, bring about the end of humanity. "I think maybe there's something like a 10-20 percent chance of AI takeover, [with] many [or] most humans dead," former OpenAI-er Paul Christiano told the " Bankless " podcast earlier this week. "I take it
Vint Cerf on the ‘exhilarating mix’ of thrill and hazard at the frontiers of tech
49TechCrunch / 12h
Vint Cerf has been a near-constant influence on the internet since the days when he was helping create it in the first place. Today he wears many hats, among them VP and chief internet evangelist at Google. He is to be awarded the IEEE’s Medal of Honor at a gala in Atlanta , and ahead of the occasion he spoke with TechCrunch in a wide-ranging interview touching on his work, AI, accessibility and
TechCrunch+ roundup: AI ethics investor survey, B2B SaaS KPIs, don’t frown on down rounds
TechCrunch / 12h
Investors have raised expectations around SaaS profitability and growth since the downturn began. As a result, it’s even more important for founders to have a firm handle on the key metrics VCs are likely to consider before saying “yes” or “no.” In his latest TC+ article, Paris Heymann (partner, Index Ventures), shares formulas for calculating Gross Dollar Retention and Net Dollar Retention, two
The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: Is Tubi Secretly the Best Streaming Service?
Lifehacker / 12h
There’s a bit of everything going on this week on the young people’s Internet, from popular YouTubers vying to date a robot, to the surprisingly profitable enterprise of smuggling Fruit Roll-Ups across international borders, to stanning for a free streaming service you’re probably overlooking. There’s also a cat in a… Read more...
Can You Pay Your HOA With The Bilt Mastercard?
21One Mile at a Time / 12h
Link: Apply for the no annual fee Bilt Mastercard® The Bilt Mastercard® ( review ) is an amazing no annual fee card for those who rent, given that the card lets you earn credit card rewards for paying your rent with no fee, up to a limit of earning 100,000 points per year. Given that rent is the single biggest expense for many people, this is an amazing points earning opportunity. However, those
Mortal Kombat II Finds Its Johnny Cage in Karl Urban
200+Gizmodo / 12h
The 2021 Mortal Kombat movie (which was much better than it had any right to be) ended with a tease and a promise: the film’s main character Cole (Lewis Tan) says he’s going off to Hollywood. “What’s in Hollywood?” he’s asked. “Not what... who ,” he says, before the camera pans to a poster for a movie starring Johnny… Read more...
How to Disable Hibernation (and Remove hiberfil.sys) in Windows 11
How-To Geek / 12h
If you don’t use hibernation on your Windows 11 PC, it’s a good idea to disable the feature to reclaim the storage space used by the hibernation file (hiberfil.sys). It may even fix issues with certain drivers. Here’s how to do that. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Tesla's New Model S Plaid Track Package Gets You a 200MPH EV
How-To Geek / 12h
Tesla has just unveiled an all-new Model S Plaid “Track Package” with upgraded components that help owners unlock the electric vehicle’s mind-boggling top speed of 200 mph. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Citi Premier Card Review: Underrated 3x Points Card
500+One Mile at a Time / 12h
Link: Apply now for the Citi Premier ® Card When talking about mid-range credit cards that earn transferrable points, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is probably the first card that comes to mind for many. The card offers lots of great benefits , bonus points on dining and travel , and valuable travel and purchase protection. However, there are a couple of cards that can compete with the Sapph
Four Moons Circling Uranus May Be Sopping Wet
100+Gizmodo / 12h
New scrutiny of Uranus’ largest moons suggest the bodies may contain ocean layers that could be dozens of miles deep. Read more...
NYC's transport authority returns to Twitter as free API access is restored
Engadget / 12h
NYC’s Metropolitan Transport Authority (MTA) has returned to Twitter after leaving the platform last month. Real-time status updates are once again available across the organization’s multiple accounts. This is good news for commuters, as MTA’s social media accounts are a reliable way to suss out any issues with the city’s subways, buses and trains. The MTA originally left Twitter the decision to
The second-gen Apple Pencil drops to $89, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
Engadget / 12h
It's Friday, which means it's time for another roundup of good deals on recommended tech. Among this week's highlights, the second-gen Apple Pencil is back down to an all-time low of $89, while the latest Echo Dot is within $5 of the best price we've tracked at $30. If you need to upgrade the storage of an Xbox Series X or S, Seagate's 1TB storage expansion card is at least a little more palatabl
Grab Ninja kitchen gadgets for up to 41% off at Amazon
Mashable / 12h
If you love experimenting in the kitchen and saving money, then these Ninja deals at Amazon on blenders, air fryers, and more just might catch your eye. These kitchen appliances make a perfect kitchen upgrade and Mother's Day gift for any mom or mother figure in your life who loves to cook. BEST BLENDER DEAL: The Ninja NJ601AMZ professional blender is perfect for meal prep or whipping up drinks f
Moderna rakes in surprise profits ahead of 400% vaccine price hike
27Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge / Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel during a Bloomberg Television interview on the closing day of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on May 26, 2022. (credit: Getty | Jason Alden ) Things are looking rosy for Moderna, as it reported unexpected first-quarter profits Thursday. But the company is not wavering in its plans to dramatically hike the price of its COVID-19 vaccines. While
Act fast: Fabulous award availability at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort into 2024
21The Points Guy / 12h
Some hotels are harder to book with points than others, and the beachfront Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort in Hyatt’s family of resorts is usually one of the harder ones to snag with your points. Even when standard rooms are available for booking with World of Hyatt points, there is often a longer minimum stay requirement, which obviously doesn’t work if you’re hoping to stay there for a couple of ni
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Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
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