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Leaked Tesla report shows Cybertruck had basic design flaws


500+Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Jacqui VanLiew; Getty Images) In November 2019, Tesla CEO Elon Musk stepped onto a stage in California to launch a new kind of EV: the Cybertruck, an angular cyberpunk-styled pickup with bodywork made of brushed stainless steel and “unbreakable” glass. What happened next has entered into public relations folklore. Under the glare of the cameras, the demo truck’s windows smashed n


'The Birdcage's tale of queer love and drag queens is as timely as ever
500+Mashable / 12h
The Birdcage was my introduction to drag. I was just a kid when my family and I serendipitously stumbled upon the movie on television one night, and the opening scene entranced me. Six beautiful ladies were dancing and singing Sister Sledge's "We Are Family" in a glamorous night club! The glitz and glamor of it reminded me of the dazzling muses from Disney's Hercules, with performances bursting w


Netflix's password sharing crackdown is actually working as subscriptions spike
89TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Despite many opinions that it would be a disaster, the Netflix password sharing crackdown is going better than many might have anticipated. According to new data compiled by analytics company Antenna (as first reported by Business Insider ), the world's best streaming service saw a huge uptick in new subscribers across the US in the first six days after the clampdown was announced. Per Antenna's



Casper, Scooby-Doo and Yogi Rock: How NASA's Naming System for Martian Landscape Evolved Over Time
Gizmodo / now
On February 18, 2021, a car-sized robot parachuted its way down to the surface of Mars to begin searching for signs of ancient life on the Red Planet. From that day on, the landing site where NASA’s Perseverance rover plopped down became known as Octavia E. Butler, named after the prolific science fiction author… Read more...


Try 'Task Batching' for a More Productive Week
Lifehacker / 7min
While most productivity methods focus on chunks of time throughout a single day , there are few that address what you can get done in a string of many days. So much planning can be daunting, but there’s one method that can help you structure longer stretches of time for the better. It’s called “task batching.” Read more...


Reddit CEO doubles down on attack on Apollo developer in drama-filled AMA
TechCrunch / 27min
Reddit’s unpopular decision to revise its API pricing in a move that’s forcing third-party apps out of business has taken a weird turn. In an AMA hosted today by Reddit co-founder and CEO Steve Huffman, aka u/spez on the internet forum site, the exec doubled down on accusations against the developer behind the well-liked third-party app Apollo, which the company had previously accused of operatin


The Difference Between a Handyman and Contractor (and When to Use Each)
Lifehacker / 27min
Owning any kind of property comes with a steep maintenance curve, and that curve gets steeper the longer you wait to tackle it. No one ever hits pause during the home-buying process to explain that your house is going to be in a constant state of entropy-driven disrepair ...and once you’re living inside that state of… Read more...


President Biden’s New Airline Delay Compensation Legislation Is Cynical Election Fodder
View from the Wing / 38min
The starting gun on taking care of customers in the event of controllable delays and cancellations - compensating customers for failing to deliver the product that airlines have sold - has mass appeal, and signals a concern by the current administration for middle class concerns in a way that they think can differentiate themselves from their opponents. Precisely because this legislation won't be


Mark Zuckerberg Takes Dig at Apple's VR Headset
56Futurism / 48min
Couch Potato After profoundly missing the mark — forgive us — by burning up $15 billion in his quest to push the metaverse, Meta-formerly-Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has taken a dig at Apple's recently-announced Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. During a rare companywide meeting, Zuckerberg told employees that Meta is still way ahead of Apple, as The Verge reports . Zuckerberg's argument: people


Astonishing! Ingredient in Monster Energy May Actually Be Good for You
Futurism / 48min
Scientists are saying that a certain ingredient found in — checks notes — Monster Energy drinks could have unexpected health benefits. But in the same breath, they're also begging you to avoid chugging energy drinks or even putting that ingredient, taurine, in your protein smoothie just yet. Taurine, as The New York Times notes , is an amino acid that's produced naturally by the human body, but c


10 Practical Yet Urgent Lessons Black Mirror Has Taught Us (So Far)
Gizmodo / 50min
Black Mirror returns to Netflix next week for its sixth season , and we’re looking forward to being freaked out by fresh episodes that reflect our own world back at us in satirical, frightening, and insightful ways. While Black Mirror is an anthology series, it’s not hard to pick up certain themes that shine through on… Read more...


Reddit CEO Steve Huffman defends API changes in AMA
Engadget / 1h
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman has finally spoken publicly about the company’s deeply unpopular API changes that have resulted in some of the most-used third-party reddit apps saying they will be forced to shut down. In an AMA (Ask Me Anything) discussion, Huffman promised improvements to Reddit’s own app, but seemed unwilling to make concessions on pricing and other issues that have rankled the commun


This 'Travel Hacker Bundle' Includes Rosetta Stone, Dollar Flight Club, and RealVPN
Lifehacker / 1h
If you’re finally ready to jump back into travel after a long pandemic break, it’s work taking considering this “Travel Hacker” bundle offering significant discounts on lifetime subscriptions to Rosetta Stone language learning, Dollar Flight Club (which connects you with deals on air travel), and RealVPN—plus access… Read more...


Google Chrome Now Has More Password Manager Features
How-To Geek / 1h
Google’s feeble password manager, integrated into Chrome, has evolved a lot by virtue of it having to compete with actual password managers. It’s still no substitute for a dedicated password manager, but Google is rolling out a few improvements. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


NASA Fears Budget Cuts Are Imminent After Biden Signs New Legislation
Gizmodo / 1h
NASA is anticipating a bit of a cash crunch after deficit reduction legislation went into effect this week, potentially encroaching on the space agency’s budget for the upcoming year. Read more...


Venom Is Spider-Man 2's Big, Sticky Wild Card
Gizmodo / 1h
Ever since the post-credits of Marvel’s Spider-Man nearly five years ago, it’s been quite clear that Insomniac Games was going to bring some version of Venom into the fold. The post-credits for 2020's Spider-Man: Miles Morales further planted the seeds, and then the first trailer for Spider-Man 2 did away with the… Read more...


Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Amex Card Review: Best For Marriott Spending
23One Mile at a Time / 1h
Link: Apply now for the new Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card Both American Express and Chase issue co-branded Marriott credit cards . In this post, I wanted to take a closer look at the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card , which is one of the newest cards in the portfolio. Let’s take a look at various aspects of the card, including the welcome offer, annual fee, return on sp


Alaska, Delta unveil 2 new — and unusual — routes to Hawaii
The Points Guy / 1h
It seems like now is the time to start thinking about your winter beach vacation, as two U.S. airlines just announced some interesting new routes to Hawaii. Both Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines announced new Hawaii routes Friday, but these aren’t your typical flights to the Aloha State. Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free biweekly Aviation newsletter . Blue: Alaska’s new r


Feds Say They've Finally Identified the Hackers Behind the Mt. Gox Crypto Collapse
Gizmodo / 1h
The Department of Justice unsealed an indictment Friday that claims to identify the two hackers who brought down the notorious Mt. Gox cryptocurrency exchange more than a decade ago. Read more...


Bing Chat on the Web Now Supports Voice Input
How-To Geek / 1h
Bing Chat has changed the way we interact with Bing, and has given us a new way to think about search engines. Now, it’s getting a long-requested addition: you can interact with it using your voice. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


The Best Podcast Microphones of 2023
How-To Geek / 1h
Starting a podcast from scratch is getting easier by the day. However, podcasting still requires a bit of equipment, namely a good microphone. Your voice is the star of your podcast, and in order for your voice to shine, you need a microphone that can capture it accurately. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


What Is America's Obsession with Ranch Dressing?
How-To Geek / 1h
Ranch dressing is about as American as apple pie (and we guarantee someone has tried that combination). But why is America so obsessed with this creamy buttermilk-based dressing? Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Carvana crashes back down to earth
TechCrunch / 1h
Carvana’s big rally is now looking more like a blip on the radar. Shares in the online-car retailer soared Thursday, closing up by 56% from the prior day on news that it expected to post $50 million worth of adjusted EBITDA in the current quarter, powered by stronger per-car sales profitability. For Carvana, the gains were a welcome turnaround. The company, which once had stock prices as high as



FIS acquires banking-as-a-service startup Bond
TechCrunch / 1h
Consolidation continues apace in the world of fintech. FIS , the fintech giant that runs a wide range of payment, banking and investment services, has acquired Bond , a startup that specializes in embedded finance, multiple sources confirmed today. Fintech Business Weekly’s Jason Mikula broke the news last week that the deal was in the works . Our sources confirm that the deal has now closed, as


Spotify is finally ready to save you when you forget to download a playlist
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Spotify is currently working on a new playlist that will automatically download recently played songs to your device for when the internet connection is spotty. This information comes from the platform’s own CEO, Daniel Ek, who posted a screenshot of the upcoming feature called Offline Mix to his Twitter account . Details are slim as Ek doesn’t mention any other specifics about the playlist, but


The First Seven Things to Do When Your Child Comes Out to You
Lifehacker / 1h
Throughout their entire life, you have worked with your child through many big feelings and events, from the first day of school to mending broken bones and bruised hearts. Depending on how old they are, chances are you’ve developed a proper rejoinder to nearly every situation. Yet there are some moments you’re not… Read more...


Blue owned the consumer podcast mic market – now the brand is being phased out
TechCrunch / 1h
Blue Microphones was ahead of the game. The first Snowball was released all the way back in 2005, as the company was celebrating its 10 th birthday. Within a few years, the USB mics were everywhere. They were effectively synonymous with the nascent world of amateur podcasting and became a go-to for first-time content creators uploading video to a brand-new site called YouTube. A few years later,


Leaked Documents Reveal Cybertruck's Glaring Design Flaws
100+Futurism / 2h
Back to Basics Tesla engineers may have their work cut out for them. A leaked internal report examined by Wired reveals that an "alpha" version of the endlessly delayed Cybertruck was plagued with glaring yet basic flaws, including botched braking, handling, and body-sealing — perhaps shedding some light on why it's yet to hit the market years since its initial announcement and well after it was


Google's Android app will soon let you drag and drop your search results
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Google has been getting into the generative AI trend by incorporating it into its own search results as part of Search Labs with Search Generative Experience (SGE) recently going public. And now Google seems to be experimenting with a drag-and-drop feature for Google’s search app for Android. According to a new video posted by Telegram user @theoj22 through the unofficial Google news group (repor


Judge denies Amazon’s, Apple’s motions to dismiss class action price-fixing suit
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
An antitrust-based lawsuit accusing Amazon and Apple of colluding to keep Apple products priced higher in Amazon's store is moving forward after a judge declined to dismiss the case on the companies' motions. (credit: Getty Images) A federal judge has rejected Apple's and Amazon's motions to wholly dismiss a consumer antitrust lawsuit, one that accuses the tech giants of colluding to eliminate al


Make a Cute Little Batch of Mini Tortilla Chips in Your Air Fryer
Lifehacker / 2h
I have been trying to get better at avoiding pantry redundancy. I rarely buy two of the same exact product, but I will buy multiple items that are in the same category, for the sake of variety. I’ll buy Duke’s mayo when I already have Hellman’s, or bucatini even though I already have spaghetti, or tortilla chips when… Read more...


You Can Get a Lifetime 1TB Cloud Storage Account for 85% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 2h
The options for cloud storage are numerous, but many of them have unappealing caveats, from low storage limits, to recurring monthly charges, to requiring you to submit to having your files scanned as you upload them. Read more...


TikTok creators are calling Berberine supplements 'nature's Ozempic'
Mashable / 2h
My TikTok For You Page wants me to take a diet pill or shot soooooo bad. It is so unpleasant to see. Just a few months ago, TikTok was flooded with videos advising users to try Ozempic or Wegovy, medications that are intended to treat diabetes but also curb hunger. Rumors swarmed that every celebrity who lost weight — like Mindy Kahling , Kim Kardashian , and Elon Musk — lost it with the help of


Teaser’s AI dating app turns you into a chatbot
TechCrunch / 2h
A man on a dating app is telling me how much we have in common – we both love books, music and traveling. He even writes poetry, and he’d love to share some poems with me. Could be a red flag, but sure, why not? I ask to see his work, and he replies: “[Title Page] [Title Name] [Content].” No, this is not an experimental, minimalist deconstruction of poetics. This is an AI version of Matthew, 27,


Four venture capital personas (and how to land them)
TechCrunch / 2h
Blair Silverberg Contributor Blair Silverberg is co-founder and CEO of Hum Capital , a financial services company using technology to accelerate the fundraising process. More posts by this contributor Redefining ‘founder-friendly’ capital in the post-FTX era The right questions to ask investors when fundraising in a down market There’s tons of advice out there about how to approach venture capita


Better.com lays off real estate team and shutters business unit
TechCrunch / 2h
Digital mortgage lender Better.com is exiting the real estate business. The struggling fintech startup laid off its real estate team on June 7, multiple sources confirmed to TechCrunch. The company is said to be shifting from an in-house agent model to a partnership agent model. One person who was impacted by the move told TechCrunch that the agents had received “little to no severance… after get


Disney's Dancing Baby Groot Robot Prepares for World Domination
24Gizmodo / 2h
Hit play on the Awesome Mix and I will follow robot Baby Groot anywhere. Read more...


Whistleblower's Alleged UFO Leak Piques Congress' Curiosity
Gizmodo / 2h
Following unconfirmed claims from a former intelligence officer—who says the U.S. government captured a crashed spaceship of non-human origin—the House Oversight Committee is now planning a hearing to investigate the issue further. Read more...


Tesla’s Supercharger network will strain under the weight of GM and Ford deals
TechCrunch / 2h
If Tesla wants to maintain its Supercharger network’s reputation , it’s got some work to do. The automaker has recently agreed to open a large portion of its chargers to Ford and GM starting next year. The move promises to bolster Tesla’s bottom line as it begins to monetize a costly capital investment, but it also risks upsetting existing and future owners, who will soon have to contend with mor


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When and how to transfer Ultimate Rewards points to World of Hyatt
22The Points Guy / 2h
Chase Ultimate Rewards points regularly appear near the top of TPG’s monthly valuations , and it’s for a good reason. The program offers some great transfer partners that can unlock terrific value when you want to redeem the points you’ve earned on the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card , Chase Sapphire Reserve and Ink Business Preferred Credit Card . Before redeeming your points, you’ll want to under


Qantas embraces diversity and changes its gender-based uniform rules
The Points Guy / 2h
Qantas , Australia’s flag airline, has relaxed its gender-based uniform rules, allowing employees of any gender to wear makeup, have long hair and opt for comfortable flat shoes. The new policy was introduced as the airline prepares for a change in leadership, with current chief executive Alan Joyce stepping down after 15 years in the role. The announcement also follows pressure from the Australi


DOJ charges Russian nationals with laundering bitcoin in 2011 Mt. Gox hack
Engadget / 2h
The US Department of Justice announced today that it charged two Russian nationals for crimes related to the 2011 hacking of Mt. Gox , the now-defunct crypto exchange that was one of the world’s largest at the time. Alexey Bilyuchenko and Aleksandr Verner are accused in the Southern District of New York (SDNY) of laundering about 647,000 bitcoins connected to the heist. In addition, Bilyuchenko f



blondebrainpower: Sandals, Salvatore Ferragamo. Created in 1938...
Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
blondebrainpower : Sandals, Salvatore Ferragamo. Created in 1938 for Judy Garland.


smithsonianlibraries: Costume designs by Walter Schnackenberg....
Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
smithsonianlibraries : Costume designs by Walter Schnackenberg. Top: Knight Bluebeard (Ritter Blaubart) (character from the opera of the same name). Middle: a Salamander. Bottom: “The Blue Flame.” Full text here .


Google Chrome's Password Manager Is Getting Better
Lifehacker / 3h
A good password manager is key to keeping your data secure. Without one, you’d have to keep all those unique passwords written down by hand, because you would never reuse your passwords or make them easy to remember, right? Read more...


Spotify Is Testing an 'Offline Mix' Option for Spotty Internet Connection
30Gizmodo / 3h
If you’ve got a spotty internet connection, Spotify’s got you covered. The music streaming service is apparently testing a playlist called “Your Offline Mix” that will serve you up your favorite recently played tunes when your connection is rough. Read more...


Andor's Cast Really, Really Hated Those Prison Scenes
27Gizmodo / 3h
Prisoners aren’t supposed to enjoy their time in prison. You would think actors who play prisoners, however, would get a bit more of a break. But the stars of the wonderful Star Wars series Andor , including Diego Luna and Andy Serkis, felt like their on-screen prison scenes were a bit too authentic. Read more...


Toyota unveils a hydrogen race car concept built for Le Mans 24 Hours
Engadget / 3h
Modern electric vehicles aren't very practical for endurance races due to the long charging times, but Toyota may have an alternative. Its Gazoo Racing unit has unveiled a GR H2 Racing Concept that's designed to compete in the Le Mans 24 Hours race's new hydrogen car category. The automaker isn't divulging specs, but the appeal is clear: this is an emissions-free car that can spend more time raci


Google’s Bard AI can now write and execute code to answer a question
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Sean Gallup | Getty Images ) Large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Google Bard can provide some decent answers to certain types of questions, but these computers are ironically pretty bad at computing stuff. Google has a new solution to try to get language models to do simple tasks, like math, correctly: have the AI write a program . Google says that now when you ask Bard


OpenAI CEO Says He Loses Sleep Over Decision to Release ChatGPT
30Futurism / 3h
AI Accelerationist OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is back at it again, with yet another admission that he's fearful of the artificial intelligence he hath wrought. During a live panel interview with the Times of India , Altman said that he's been stressed out enough about the release of ChatGPT that he's lost sleep. "The thing that I lose the most sleep over is that we already have done something really b


Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Credit Card review: Up to 200,000 bonus points
200+The Points Guy / 3h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information and offers. Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card overview The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card is Marriott’s most premium card offering. Standout benefits include automatic Platinum Elite status, an annual free night at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program that is worth up to 85,000 points an


Netflix sees jump in subs as it begins to curb password sharing in US, says report
33TechCrunch / 3h
Despite the negative responses from consumers about Netflix’s password-sharing rules , the company appears to be successful with its plan. According to a new report from research firm Antenna, Netflix gained nearly 100,000 daily sign-ups on May 26 and May 27, just days after the streaming giant announced to its U.S. subscribers that it had begun to crack down on password sharing. On May 23, the c


Reddit blackout: Subreddits to go private on Monday
52BBC News - Technology / 3h
More than 1,000 subreddits will be inaccessible for 48 hours to protest changes.


Watch Summer Game Fest's Tribeca Games Spotlight here at 3PM ET
Engadget / 3h
The Summer Game Fest party keeps rolling today with the Tribeca Games Spotlight. Unlike many of the other Summer Game Fest showcases, Tribeca has already announced which games it will feature. As in previous years, the festival is highlighting games with a focus on artistic storytelling. You can watch the stream below at 3PM ET. Arguably the most prominent game of the bunch is The Expanse: A Tell


Does Donald Trump Know What ChatGPT Is?
Gizmodo / 3h
Donald Trump wants you to know he’s an “innocent man” after breaking the news that he’s being caught up in “yet another witch hunt.” The former president has been indicted on seven counts in a special counsel probe into his handling of a cache of classified documents , allegedly retained long after his presidency… Read more...


How to Find (and Close) Your Home's Fresh Air Intake
Lifehacker / 3h
If you’re in an area affected by wildfire smoke—whether the current haze covering the east coast or throughout fire season out west—you are likely spending more time inside to avoid the poor air quality outdoors. Common practices for protecting indoor air quality include keeping doors and windows closed and running an… Read more...


Age of AI: Everything you need to know about artificial intelligence
TechCrunch / 3h
AI is appearing in seemingly every corner of modern life, from music and media to business and productivity, even dating. There’s so much it can be hard to keep up — so read on to find out everything from the latest big developments to the terms and companies you need to know in order to stay current in this fast-moving field. To begin with, let’s just make sure we’re all on the same page: what i


GM and Ford could help spark a charging standards war by teaming up with Tesla
100+TechCrunch / 3h
Seven months ago, when Tesla announced it would share its EV charging connector design to encourage automakers to adopt the technology and help make it the new standard in North America, few, if any, predicted competitors would bite. Now, with Ford and General Motors agreeing to integrate Tesla charging tech in their next-gen vehicles by 2025, the EV industry is suddenly on the cusp of a shift th


US DoJ charges two Russians for hacking crypto exchange Mt. Gox
TechCrunch / 3h
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged two Russian nationals for hacking and causing the subsequent collapse of Mt. Gox, one of the largest and most popular crypto exchanges. In an unsealed indictment , the DoJ named Alexey Bilyuchenko, 43, and Aleksandr Verner, 29, of hacking the exchange and conspiring to launder about 647,000 bitcoins, worth about $17.2 billion today. Bilyuchenko was also


Limited Time: Increased Citi Premier Offer Adds 10x On Citi Travel Portal Bookings Through June 2024
View from the Wing / 3h
Some of you will take full advantage of this new limited time offer. And some of you will pair it with a no annual fee Double Cash card to earn 2x on the spending that this card does not bonus, and move those points into your Premier's ThankYou account. Continue reading ...


Exclusive Trailer for New Bruce Lee 'Bruceploitation' Doc
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Blue Microphones branding is going away after 28 years
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Logitech/Amazon ) If you were to search among tech review sites for a USB microphone recommendation, you'd almost definitely see a Blue product listed. Founded in 1995 and gaining consumer recognition with distinct designs, like the Snowball and Yeti , Blue Microphones branding has become well-known, from audiophiles to newcomers looking to launch their first podcast. But moving


One man’s nearly 40-year, 8-bit quest to finish his teenage Commodore 64 RPG
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Enlarge / The disks and diagrams Mike Brixius has to work with in finishing his 1984 CRPG project. (credit: YouTube/RavenWolf Retro Tech) There are stories that some of us, at a certain stage of adulthood, should never hear. Not if we value our time or our storage space. I regret to inform you that Mike Brixius, on his RavenWolf Retro Tech channel, offers just such a story about his quest to fini


Nvidia’s AI software tricked into leaking data
23Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: VGG | Getty Images) A feature in Nvidia’s artificial intelligence software can be manipulated into ignoring safety restraints and reveal private information, according to new research. Nvidia has created a system called the “NeMo Framework,” which allows developers to work with a range of large language models—the underlying technology that powers generative AI products such as c


OpenAI faces defamation suit after ChatGPT completely fabricated another lawsuit
83Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto ) Armed America Radio touts one of its hosts, Mark Walters, as the "loudest voice in America fighting for gun rights." Now it appears that Walters' prominent commentary on gun rights and the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF)—a gun rights nonprofit that gave him a distinguished service award in 2017—has led generative AI chatbot ChatGPT to wrongly


Beer byproducts were popular canvas primers for Danish Golden Age artists
Ars Technica - All content / 3h
Enlarge / Two Russian Ships of the Line Saluting by Christoffer Wilhelm Eckersberg (1827), a leading artist of the Danish Golden Age. (credit: Public domain) Learning more about the materials used on historical paintings—paints, pigments, varnishes, and primers used to prepare canvases—is critical to ongoing conservation efforts. Apparently, many artists of the so-called Danish Golden Age used be


A Scandal Is Making Reddit Look Absolutely Horrible Right Now
Futurism / 3h
AITA As the company's IPO looms, a huge swathe of Redditors is absolutely teeming with rage after the platform's controversial decision to start charging third-party apps huge quantities for access to its API. The company announced back in April that it will start charging a premium "for third parties who require additional capabilities, higher usage limits, and broader usage rights." As a result


Tesla’s Supercharger Strategy Starts a Winning Streak
39Wired / 3h
Deals to let GM and Ford EV owners use Tesla charging points show the EV maker turning its giant Supercharger network into a competitive advantage.


How to Check the Air Quality Near You
Wired / 3h
Here’s what to know about wildfire smoke and invisible pollutants, and how you can use your phone to decide whether it’s safe to spend time outside.


The Easiest Way to Clean Your Dishes When You’re Camping
Lifehacker / 4h
When you’re heading camping, to the beach, or on vacation, you want convenience. You also want to eat off clean dishes. Packing a bottle of dish soap when you travel anywhere is a hazard because it could spill, leaving you with a mess and a lack of necessary suds. ( You could try the plastic wrap hack here , but even… Read more...


Let's Talk About Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' Shocking Ending
Gizmodo / 4h
Considering Transformers: Rise of the Beasts takes place before the events of Michael Bay’s five Transformers movies , you might expect it to be devoid of surprises. Obviously, Optimus Prime doesn’t die. Obviously, Bumblebee doesn’t die. Obviously, the Autobots win. And that’s all true. Read more...


Lordstown Motors plans to sue its one-time savior Foxconn
TechCrunch / 4h
Lordstown Motors is preparing to sue Foxconn, the Taiwanese manufacturer once considered a savior to the beleaguered EV maker. Lordstown said Friday in a regulatory filing that it will sue Foxconn if the company pulls out of an investment agreement and fails to buy nearly 10% of the EV company’s shares. The threat of litigation comes as Lordstown scrambles to raise capital and stay in business. L


TechCrunch+ roundup: OKR basics, betting on Apple Vision Pro, why smooth onboarding is bad
TechCrunch / 4h
Airport runways are built to international standards, but civil engineers and architects must consider wind, terrain and a host of other factors before sketching out blueprints. Startup runways are similar: Healthcare and fintech face different headwinds, which means companies in these sectors manage their cash differently . According to Healy Jones, who oversees financial analysis and planning f


Robinhood’s decision to limit crypto trading makes good sense
TechCrunch / 4h
Consumer trading and investment app Robinhood is moving to restrict the holding and trading of certain major cryptocurrencies on its platform, barely a week after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuits against crypto exchanges Binance and Coinbase . The platform told Congress earlier this week that it was examining its crypto offerings following the lawsuits. There are two easy pe


Quick Points: Don’t forget to maximize Virgin Atlantic points on 22 airlines
The Points Guy / 4h
With 22 airline redemption partners, you might not realize how valuable Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points can be. TPG values Virgin points at 1.5 cents each, which is fairly average for the value of airline miles. ( American AAdvantage miles are higher at 1.77 cents each, while Delta SkyMiles are lower at 1.41 cents each.) Today, we’ll review Virgin Atlantic’s Flying Club partners at a high leve


Images of Instagram’s Twitter rival have leaked and I couldn't be more hyped
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Since Elon Musk acquired Twitter last October the platform has experienced an endless stream of issues, from the removal of blue ticks, drastic staffing issues and stripping of moderation staff. Meta clearly sees an opportunity and plans to introduce a Twitter alternative on Instagram, which looks promising. Meta confirmed in April that it is "exploring a standalone decentralized social network f


Human Fall Flat 2 announced with a suitably chaotic reveal trailer
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Human Fall Flat 2 has been revealed at the Devolver Digital Showcase. No release date has been announced yet, however, the physics-based platformer is expected for PC and all major console platforms. Equal parts construction and destruction are the name of the game here, which is very much on brand for what made the original such a blast when it debuted close to six years ago. This upcoming game


'Transformers' cast goes head-to-head for ultimate music knowledge supremacy
Mashable / 4h
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts stars Dominique Fishback, Anthony Ramos, Liza Koshy , Tobe Nwigwe and Steven Caple Jr. test their knowledge of NYC music legends. The film arrives in theaters June 9, 2023.


Sol Reader is a VR headset exclusively for reading books
TechCrunch / 4h
We’ve been waxing lyrical (and critical) about Apple’s Vision Pro here at TechCrunch this week – but, of course, there are other things happening in the world of wearable tech, as well. Sol Reader raised a $5 million seed round with a headset that doesn’t promise to do more . In fact, it is trying to do just the opposite: Focus your attention on just the book at hand. Or book on the face, as it w


How to Use AI to Automate the Dreaded Office Meeting
21NYT > Technology / 4h
Generating a slide deck, talking points and meetings minutes can all be done in a snap. All you need are the right prompts.



All the Coolest Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Trailers From Summer Games Fest 2023
Gizmodo / 4h
Last night, as is his wont , video games statesman-apparent Geoff Keighley went on a stage with a bunch of dudes to show off tons of new video game trailers and announcements for Summer Games Fest 2023, the first in a salvo of conferences to make up for the cancellation of the traditional E3 expo. Here’s some of the… Read more...


You Can Lock Your iPhone From Your Apple Watch If Someone Snatches Your Phone
Lifehacker / 4h
It’s pretty hard to break into a locked iPhone without without knowing the passcode . But what if your iPhone is stolen while you’re using it? You can make a few changes to protect your iOS data from thieves , but most of those tricks won’t work if your phone is already unlocked. But if you own an Apple Watch, you can… Read more...


Ron DeSantis Ad Features AI-Generated Images of Donald Trump Kissing Fauci
21Futurism / 4h
The mainstreaming of AI-generated imagery in political advertisements continues. As reported by The Verge , the 2024 presidential campaign behind Florida governor Ron DeSantis has released a video advertisement featuring what strongly appear to be AI-generated images of former president Donald Trump kissing and embracing Anthony Fauci, the former White House chief medical advisor whose role in CO


Review: Bulgari Hotel Dubai, UAE
One Mile at a Time / 4h
After a night at the iconic Burj Al Arab Dubai , we next spent a night at the Bulgari Resort Dubai . The 101-room property opened in late 2017, and is highly regarded by many. There’s a lot to like about the Bulgari Dubai — the hotel has incredible dining (including two Michelin star restaurants), an epic spa, a yacht club, gorgeous views of the Dubai skyline, and the beautiful design you’d expec


What we know so far about Instagram's Twitter rival
Mashable / 4h
Instagram is reportedly working on a text-based social media app to compete with Twitter. Since Elon Musk purchased Twitter last year, numerous debacles including the disastrous Twitter Blue verification rollout, changes to content moderation, and numerous bugs affecting core functionality have turned off both users and advertisers . For Instagram, Twitter's struggles might be an opportunity to s


Netflix's password crackdown leads to massive subscription spike
Mashable / 4h
Ever since Netflix announced it would start cracking down on password sharing , the movie streaming company has received a lot of blowback from customers. But, the numbers don't lie: The unpopular move from Netflix seems to have worked in the company's favor. According to a new report from subscription analytics firm Antenna, Netflix's recent move blocking customers from sharing their account wit


Call of Duty removes “NickMercs” skin following FaZe Clan star’s LGBTQ tweet
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Call of Duty Enlarge / The Spartan-themed "NickMercs" skin that was recently removed from Call of Duty . (credit: Activision) Call of Duty has removed a skin based on popular Warzone streamer and FaZe Clan co-owner Nicholas "NickMercs" Kolcheff after controversy over a tweet surrounding an LGBTQ protest. "Due to recent events, we have removed the 'NickMercs Operator' bundle from the Modern Warfar


Ancient Bird Bones May Have Been Fashioned Into Flutes for Catching More Birds
51Gizmodo / 4h
12,000-year-old bird bones found in the far north of Israel may have been used as instruments by prehistoric humans to lure more birds to their death, according to a team of archaeologists that studied the artifacts. Read more...


Google Bard is catching up to Chat GPT in coding, reasoning, and math
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
A new official blog post from Google revealed that Google Bard is getting several key updates, the most important being to mathematical tasks, coding questions, string manipulation, and logic and reasoning skills. The blog post explains that the upgrades to Bard’s math and coding are thanks to a technique called ‘implicit code execution,’ which “helps Bard detect computational prompts and run cod


3 ways to support the LGBTQIA+ community during Pride Month
300+The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This post is regularly updated with new information. It was originally published in June 2020. Pride month represents a bright spot of joy and celebration for the LGBTQIA+ community. For some people, this will be another chance to celebrate a tradition, as they’ve done for years. For others, it could be their first time openly embracing Pride after coming out or joining festivities


Guide to using the Amex Clear Plus benefit
100+The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Whether you’re at the airport, a sporting event or a concert, going through security can be a pain. And if you’ve ever stood in a barely-moving line and longed to be one of the people zipping along beside you in the Clear lane, you’re in luck. If you have The Platinum Card® from American Express , The Busi


Generative AI can help bring tomorrow's gaming NPCs to life
Engadget / 4h
Elves and Argonians clipping through walls and stepping through tables, blacksmiths who won’t acknowledge your existence until you take single step to the left, Draugers that drop into rag-doll seizures the moment you put an arrow through their eye — Bethesda’s Elder Scrolls long-running RPG series is beloved for many reasons, the realism of their non-playable characters (NPCs) is not among them.


How to Avoid Paying the ‘Electronic Carrier Charge’ (and Other Stupid Travel Fees)
Lifehacker / 5h
It’s officially high travel season. The pandemic emergency has finally, officially been called off by the World Health Organization . The number of travelers passing through TSA checkpoints in June is approaching 2019 levels. And the travel industry has been enjoying slipping sneaky fees to unsuspecting travelers… Read more...


Celebrate National Sex Day with up to 50% off sex toys at LELO, Lovehoney, and more
Mashable / 5h
Today, June 9, is National Sex Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a steamy sale? Here are some of our favorite deals on LELO, Lovehoney, and more. LELO: Known for its luxe designs and innovative tech, LELO is a leader in the sex toy industry — Save up to 50% off select toys, no code necessary DAME: Famous for developing the most crowdfunded sex toy in history, Dame's products are doc


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sparklejamesysparkle : Diana Ross by Harry Langdon, 1987.


American Airlines’ Elite Companion Upgrade Policy
100+One Mile at a Time / 5h
One of the best perks of American Airlines elite status is complimentary space available first class upgrades. In 2022, American overhauled how upgrades for elite members work. As part of this, American introduced free upgrades for companions as well. Now American has even extended that to award tickets , and made a major change that should simplify upgrade priority on the airport waitlist. In th


A PS5 bundle hits a new low, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
Engadget / 5h
It's Friday, which means it's time for another roundup of good deals on recommended gadgets and gear. The highlights this week include a new low on Sony's God of War Ragnarök PlayStation 5 bundle ; at $500, it essentially pairs the console with one of our favorite PS5 games for no extra cost. Several other PS5 and PS4 games are also on sale, while annual PlayStation Plus subscriptions are 25 perc


These 100% replaceable, recyclable headphones are too nice to be just for kids
53TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Think of your child's headphones and you probably envisage something adorned with their favorite cartoon character or toy – or perhaps something made from single-use plastic with cat ears or possibly a unicorn horn. Not so here. With the right to repair movement in glorious ascendancy (see this modular, repairable concept beautifully realized in Bang & Olufsen's Beosound Theater and Fairphone's F


What’s being built in generative AI today?
TechCrunch / 5h
If you look past the financial headlines, what are today’s AI startups building? News coverage of the AI boom has been hectic and mainly covered a few categories: Financial, Big Tech, concern and hype, and startup activity. The financial side is simple: Investors are working to put capital into companies that are either building new AI-powered products or embedding it into existing products. The


Julian Assange Is One Step Closer to American Prison After Losing His Latest Extradition Appeal
Gizmodo / 5h
Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder and notorious whistleblower, lost another appeal challenging his extradition to face legal charges in the United States Friday. Now his lawyers say Assange, who previously spent seven years seeking refuge in an Ecuadorian embassy , is “ dangerously close ” to spending the rest of his… Read more...



1 in 50 Passengers Will Find Love on an Airplane
View from the Wing / 5h
Some people like to talk to strangers on a plane and others do not. Those that do get something out of it -- the chance of a connection of some kind -- and those that don't get something out of it too, peace and quiet, as long as there's no baby crying, no one falling asleep on you or intruding into your personal space, and you're not getting hit on by your seatmate. Continue reading ...


Here Are the Best Father’s Day Tool Deals
Lifehacker / 5h
Whether you’re looking for a gift for dad or are just in it for the bargains, Father’s Day is one of the best times to find deals on tools. A careful shopper will notice that many “Father’s Day” deals actually extend through June, and some even into July. While you can certainly save on the perfect gift for the handy… Read more...


'Mortal Kombat 1' is now available to pre-order — here's where you can get it
Mashable / 5h
2023 has already been an exciting time for fighting game fans thanks to the release of Street Fighter 6 and the announcement of Tekken 8 . Now, players will have another fighting title to look forward to in the form of Mortal Kombat 1 . The new entry in the iconic fighting game franchise is set to release on Sept. 19 and will serve as a series reset, complete with a new campaign set in an alterna


How to Stop Your PS5 From Overheating
How-To Geek / 5h
Sony’s PlayStation 5 is effectively a powerful PC in a small, slightly-rounded box. When the system is under load, it can kick out some serious heat, which may lead to overheating. Here are some tips to avoid that. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


You Can Make Sangria With a French Press
How-To Geek / 5h
Many people can’t live without their French press when it comes to brewing the perfect cup of coffee in the morning. But, did you know you can also use that same French press later in the day—for happy hour? Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Say Goodbye to Logitech's Popular Blue Microphone Brand
How-To Geek / 5h
In what might be seen as a short-sighted move, Logitech is killing off the Blue microphone brand that it acquired back in 2017. Going forward, hardware like the Blue Yeti will be sold under Logitech G branding—an odd choice, considering that Logitech G is a gaming brand. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Mozilla Thunderbird’s Next Big Update Is Now in Beta
How-To Geek / 5h
Mozilla has ramped up development on the Thunderbird email client over the past two years. The Thunderbird 102 update arrived last year with many improvements, and now the next major release is available for beta testing. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Hear how Chronosphere is reinventing cloud observability on TechCrunch Live
21TechCrunch / 5h
Chronosphere aims to provide engineers with actionable insights derived from the company’s data. According to the company, this leads to lower spend and provides a better return on investment. Join this TechCrunch Live event on June 21 at 12 pm PDT to hear how Chronosphere is competing as companies look to reduce expenditures. Martin Mao co-founded the company in 2019 and quickly raised $370 mill


This Is Your Brain on Space: New Research Uncovers Perils of Long Duration Spaceflight
23Gizmodo / 5h
The brains of astronauts hanging out in microgravity environments start to change over time and need at least three years to reset, new research suggests. Read more...


Self-Driving Car Runs Over Dog
37Futurism / 5h
The Dog Died A Waymo self-driving car killed a dog in San Francisco while its "autonomous mode" was turned on last month, an incident that will likely fan the flames of the debate surrounding their use. The unfortunate collision occurred on May 21 just before 11am, according to DMV paperwork . A Waymo told The Guardian that the car's self-driving system did in fact identify the dog, but thanks to


Climate activist Greta Thunberg marks last school strike with call for continued protests
27Mashable / 5h
Greta Thunberg, one of the most recognizable young climate activists on the planet, is on the 251st week of her school strike protests, which call for immediate action to the growing climate crisis . She's also celebrating her high school graduation, marking the last school strike for the 20-year-old movement leader as a student. On June 9, Thunberg shared her thoughts on the end of this personal


Satellite images show colossal damage from Ukraine's destroyed Kakhovka dam
Mashable / 5h
Before and after satellite footage taken by Maxar Technologies shows the extent of flooding after an explosion at a dam in the currently Russian-occupied Kherson Oblast in southern Ukraine. Before the explosion, the 30-meter-high and two-kilometer-long dam retained the Kakhovka reservoir, holding 18.2 cubic kilometers of water. Now, at least 230 square miles of surrounding land have been flooded,


How to introduce sex toys into your relationship
Mashable / 5h
Bringing sex toys into partnered sex can open up entirely new realms of pleasure for everyone involved. Toys do things our bodies just cannot, like pulse and vibrate. These novel sensations can help many people have more consistent and frequent — or complex and intense — orgasmic experiences. And the sheer variety of experiences on offer can help couples keep their sex varied and interesting, whi


Why Your Favorite Subreddits Are Going Dark on June 12
Lifehacker / 6h
If you’re in the habit of visiting r/aww for cute pet videos, or r/todayilearned to have your mind blown, the upcoming Reddit blackout might put a wrench in your plans. On June 12-14, thousands of subreddits have committed to going dark to protest a Reddit company decision. Read more...


Founders of Three Arrows, Failed Crypto Fund, Are Living Large
500+NYT > Technology / 6h
The implosion of Three Arrows Capital, a cryptocurrency hedge fund, devastated the industry. Its two founders spent the next year surfing, meditating and traveling the world.


What is Usenet? 5 things to know about newsgroups.
27TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
While Usenet slipped under the radar for many, the computer enthusiasts of yesteryears know it as the revered origin of social networking. Its combination of text-based discussion forum and binary posting platform makes Usenet extraordinary in its own right. Cloaked in secrecy, Usenet follows an unspoken rule reminiscent of Fight Club: the first rule of Usenet is that you do not talk about Usenet


Activision removes Nickmercs Call of Duty skin from game following anti-LGBT tweet
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Activision has removed FaZe Clan co-founder Nickmercs' Call of Duty skin from the in-game store following the backlash from comments the streamer made on social media. The skin, which was available in both Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Call of Duty: Warzone , has now been removed with immediate effect. It comes after Nickermercs tweeted a response to an attack happening at a pro-LGBT schoolb


Hackers are attacking Minecraft to push malware once again
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Hackers were seen, once again, using Minecraft to distribute infostealers among the gaming community, capable of hijacking cryptocurrency transactions, stealing Discord authentication tokens, as well as cookies and login data saved in browsers. According to cybersecurity researchers at Bitdefender, unknown hackers managed to compromise several developer accounts on CurseForge and Bukkit. These ar


Here’s when European airports and trains are set to strike this summer
300+The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This page will be updated as new information emerges. The summer travel season is upon us. We hope your travel will be trouble-free, but there are a number of strikes to look out for across Europe that particularly affect the travel sector. If you are traveling on these dates and need further advice, read our guide to insurance policies and strike coverage . Additionally, find out


Your Favorite Reddit App Is About to Shut Down
How-To Geek / 6h
Reddit has been a popular source for news and community discussions for years, fueled by the wide variety of third-party clients for iPhone, Android, Windows, and other platforms. Unfortunately, that’s now coming to an end. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›



Spotify Will Keep the Music Playing When Your Cellular Connection Drops
How-To Geek / 6h
As you may know, Spotify allows you to download music for offline playback. This feature comes in handy when you remember to use it, but sometimes, you’re just unlucky—your cellular connection drops during a road trip, you have to go offline for a flight, or you’re stuck in the busy part of town that never has a phone signal. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


Meta previews generative AI tools coming to WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram, plus internal AI tools
21TechCrunch / 6h
Meta this week showcased its work on new generative AI technologies for its consumer products, including Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger, as well as those being used internally at the company. At an all-hands meeting, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced several AI technologies in various stages of development, including AI chatbots for Messenger and WhatsApp, AI stickers, and other tools that wo


Pitch Deck Teardown: CulturePulse’s $1M seed deck
TechCrunch / 6h
Sentiment analysis, which means generalizing a feeling expressed by people in, say, online reviews, has been around for a hot minute. It’s a powerful feedback and quantitative analysis tool with wide-ranging political, commercial and social applications. Slovakian company CulturePulse recently raised just short of a million dollars to move the needle further in this area. The company’s pitch deck


Downsized? Get a free Expo Pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
26TechCrunch / 6h
In what could be the understatement of the year, 2023 has not been kind to tech workers. Tens of thousands have been laid off, and while we can’t do much to change that reality, there is something we can do to help. Apply for a free Expo+ Pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 We’re offering a free Expo+ Pass to TechCrunch Disrupt , taking place on September 19–21 in San Francisco, to anyone who’s been


Secret Invasion Has an Appropriately Sneaky New Trailer
27Gizmodo / 6h
Marvel’s Secret Invasion is only a few weeks away from its premiere on Disney+, but if you can’t wait to see those shape-shifting, alien Skrulls take over the planet, you’re in luck. Marvel Studios has semi-secretly (and rather cheekily) released a massive amount of new footage from the series featuring Samuel… Read more...


Get a bonus for basics: Spend $60 on home essentials and get a $15 Amazon credit
Mashable / 6h
GET $15 IN AMAZON CREDIT: As of June 9, you can get $15 in Amazon credit when you spend $60 on select P&G home essentials. Opens in a new tab Credit: Amazon Spend $60 on P&G basics and get $15 in Amazon credit (opens in a new tab) Shop P&G home essentials (opens in a new tab) Nothing feels better than reaching for the cupboard or cabinet and knowing that your home essentials are right there when


Netflix's password sharing crackdown seems to be working
Engadget / 6h
While some users canceled their Netflix accounts after a crackdown on password sharing commenced, it seems like the move is paying off for the company. According to data from analytics firm Antenna, Netflix saw a sharp rise in account sign-ups after the rule came into force in the US and many other regions in late May. Antenna says Netflix had the four single biggest days of US sign-ups in the fo


How to Connect Your Spotify Account to Discord
How-To Geek / 6h
By linking your Spotify account with your Discord account, you get to enjoy your favorite music on your favorite chat client. You can let your friends know what you’re listening to as well as invite them to listen with you. Here’s how to do that on any platform. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Scientists Ponder When Our Ancestors First Started Cranking the Hog
100+Futurism / 6h
Old Habits Thanks to science, we may now have a good idea of when our ancestors first started pleasuring themselves — and it could help answer why they would develop such a practice when, on its face, it seems to provide no evolutionary benefit. The findings of a new study , published Wednesday in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B , suggest that masturbation is actually a long-posses


The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: Who is Baby Gronk?
Lifehacker / 6h
The forces of Good and Evil are really battling it out this week for cultural supremacy. On the good side, there’s TikTok’s chicken wars, a celebration of poultry farming, and nonsense that is pure and beautiful. On the dark side, there’s the rise of Baby Gronk, a 10 year-old athlete/internet star. Embodying both… Read more...


Book for the views alone: The new Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment
The Points Guy / 6h
As one of the most exciting cities in the world, London has no shortage of excellent hotels. In fact, you can look no further than our own comprehensive list of the best London hotels for every type of traveler. There are currently eight hotels in the World of Hyatt program to choose from within London, but we were especially interested in a new arrival in the city’s Hyatt ecosystem — the Hyatt R


7 travel mistakes to avoid on your next trip
2KThe Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Memorial Day kicked off 2023 summer travel, with the Transportation Security Administration screening nearly 9.8 million travelers nationally over the holiday weekend — up approximately 300,000 compared to the same period in 2019. On May 26, the TSA screened 2.74 million travelers, the most in a single day since the


Earn 75,000 miles plus loads of perks by applying for the Capital One Venture X
500+The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This story has been updated with the latest information and offers The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is a fantastic option in the world of travel rewards credit cards . With an annual fee that undercuts the competition and plentiful perks that are easy to understand, the card is nearly a no-brainer for travelers ranging from luxury seekers to the more budget-minded. Rig


Families Can Finally Share AirTags This Fall
How-To Geek / 7h
When you need to keep track of your keys, luggage, or even a furry friend, Apple’s AirTags are often the cheapest and most effective option. But AirTags have one glaring flaw—they can’t be shared with family or friends. Now, Apple aims to rectify this problem in iOS 17. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


When You Ask AI to Write an Obituary
Lifehacker / 7h
Writing an obituary for a loved one can be an arduous, emotionally draining task, and it’s generally thrust upon us when we are at one life’s lowest points, and least equipped to handle the burden. So you’d be forgiven for making like a lazy college student and turning to artificial intelligence to help you out,… Read more...


There's now an open-source SDK for mini quantum computers you can use
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Quantum Brilliance, the company behind miniaturized, room-temperature quantum computing products, has announced the general availability of Qristal SDK. Previously available in beta, Qristal SDK is an open-source software development kit designed for researching applications integrated with its diamond-based quantum accelerators. In an announcement , Australia’s Quantum Brilliance said: “Qristal


7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix, Max, Prime Video and more this weekend (June 9)
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If you aren't heading out to catch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in theaters this weekend, the likes of Netflix , Prime Video and Max have plenty to keep you entertained from the comfort of your own home. Headlining the latest crop of arrivals is The Crowded Room on Apple TV Plus , a new psychological thriller series led by Marvel movie star Tom Holland. Elsewhere, new Kaley Cuoco drama Bas


Another Marriott Plays Elite Breakfast Games
23One Mile at a Time / 7h
It looks like it’s not just the St. Regis Chicago that’s looking to get out of honoring elite benefits by making up its own rules. Muir Halfiax scams members out of breakfast Muir is an Autograph Collection property in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I hadn’t heard of it prior to this incident, but it looks really pretty, and I’d kind of love to visit. Well, except for one detail — the hotel doesn’t want t


Why Do People Start Drinking So Early In Airports? [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 7h
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 ...


Superman Legacy Could Be Close to Finding Its Clark and Lois
Gizmodo / 7h
Director Travis Knight teases Laika’s epic battles for its adaptation of Wildwood . Get a look at the French remake of One Cut of the Dead . Plus, what’s coming on Riverdale , and What We Do In the Shadows sets its season 5 premiere date. To me, my spoilers! Read more...



Binance Halts Trading of American Dollars on Its U.S. Exchange
Gizmodo / 7h
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance’s U.S. arm has indefinitely paused deposits and withdrawals of American dollar deposits and withdrawals. The company announced it would be freezing these assets after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against the exchange and CEO Changpeng Zhao . Read more...


Meta, King of Copycats, Makes Power Play for Twitter Users With Instagram Spinoff
21Gizmodo / 7h
After months of brainstorming and scheming, Meta is getting closer to releasing a Twitter clone to the world, according to a new report from The Verge . The company’s pitch is simple. Execs claim they will offer “a platform that is sanely run.” Read more...


Here’s What Health Experts Want You to Know About This Week’s Wildfire Smoke
Gizmodo / 7h
There are hundreds of fires burning throughout Canada this week. The flames have burned millions of hectares, and the resulting smoke has polluted the air quality throughout the United States. Tens of millions of Americans were under air quality alerts this week as a blanket of smoke traveled south. Read more...


indigodreams: Ida Rentoul Outhwaite
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The Secret to New York Deli-Style Cream Cheese Is Seltzer
Lifehacker / 7h
I don’t claim to be a great authority on bagels. I wasn’t even aware they existed until I moved from Aberdeen, Mississippi to Los Angeles at the tender age of six. I’m also not much of a baker, even with a good recipe , so I tend to accept whatever New Yorkers tell me when it comes to these boiled-then-baked rings of… Read more...


Can Your Clothing Attract Mosquitos?
How-To Geek / 7h
Picture this: it’s a warm summer evening, there’s a gentle breeze, and you’re ready to enjoy the great outdoors. But then you glance down, and there’s a nasty mosquito perched on your sleeve. The moment is ruined. Have you ever wondered if your clothing choice could make you a target to those pesky bugs? Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Apple Is Late to Widgets, but Maybe That's a Good Thing
How-To Geek / 7h
Apple made multiple exciting new announcements this week at its annual WWDC event, with new features in iOS 17, macOS 14 Sonoma, and updates to its iPad and Watch systems. For every device, widgets were a huge point of emphasis. Apple is going all-in on widgets. Read This Article on Review Geek ›


10 Last-Minute Father's Day Gifts That'll Actually Arrive in Time
How-To Geek / 7h
Father’s Day is right around the corner. If you haven’t bought a gift yet, don’t panic. There are plenty of gifts that will arrive in time if you’re an Amazon Prime member. Sign up for Prime if you don’t already have it, find your favorite gift on this list, and get ready to celebrate the father figures in your life. Read This Article on LifeSavvy ›


Diablo IV players are loving the nostalgia, but hating the glitches
Mashable / 7h
Ever since Diablo IV officially released on June 5-6, it has taken the internet by storm. Reviews are flowing in from all corners of the gaming world, and while some gamers can’t stop gushing over the fun they’re having in Sanctuary, others are not too keen on the latest edition to their favorite ARPG series. Here's a low-down of what gamers are saying in the first week of release. The Good The s


Sequoia does to itself what the Biden administration wants to do with Google
TechCrunch / 7h
Mary Ann and Alex are back, and once again this week they tapped the TechCrunch roster for expert input. This week the Equity crew were thrilled to welcome Jacquie back to the show! All the cool kids are filling out the Equity listener survey . We want to hear from you! It was a hectic week, with little in the way of the traditional Summer Slowdown making itself known. So, here’s the show rundown


Putting the ‘Pro’ in Apple Vision Pro and other TC news
TechCrunch / 7h
At WWDC this week, Apple revealed its new Vision Pro headset , a platform it described as the advent of spatial computing. The company clearly put a lot of work into building Vision Pro and visionOS, the software that powers it, but is it as revolutionary as Apple marketing would have you believe? Today, Darrell is joined by Brian Heater to talk about Apple Vision Pro, and what the future might h


Alaska Airlines Adds Paine Field To Honolulu Route
300+One Mile at a Time / 7h
This is pretty cool — Alaska Airlines will be adding a flight to Hawaii out of the Seattle area’s second airport. This also represents Alaska’s first new route to Hawaii in over a decade. Alaska adds Everett to Honolulu flight as of November 2023 As of November 17, 2023, Alaska will launch a new daily year-round flight between Paine Field (PAE) and Honolulu (HNL). Alaska will use a Boeing 737-900


Spotify is testing an 'offline mix' that downloads recently played songs
51Engadget / 8h
Spotify already lets you download songs , albums and playlists for offline listening, but you need to select each one manually so it's easy to forget your favorite music. Now, the company is testing a feature called "Your Offline Mix" that will "save a mix of your recently played songs for when the vibe is high, but your connection is low," Spotify CEO Daniel Ek said on Twitter . The feature look


The best everyday carry gear for dads
Engadget / 8h
I can’t fully explain it, but there’s something deeply satisfying about having the right tool on hand exactly when you need it. And while you can’t anticipate every issue, having a good everyday carry kit can go a long way towards handling a huge percentage of situations. Now that said, I don’t consider myself an expert, just someone who appreciates a good tool. And with a number of notable event


Make Your Boring Job Work for You
Lifehacker / 8h
Some people are lucky to work in a career or a specific role that they find fulfilling, challenging, and even inspiring. But many of us—maybe the majority of us—are working in jobs that are...not that. To a greater or lesser degree, every job has its boring or frustrating moments, but if you find yourself consistently… Read more...


Disney’s Hotstar to offer free mobile cricket streaming in India to take on Reliance’s JioCinema
TechCrunch / 8h
Disney’s Hotstar will offer free streaming of cricket tournaments to mobile users in India, following Reliance’s JioCinema comparable approach that helped it attract millions of viewers. On Friday, Disney+ Hotstar announced it would lift the paywall on the Asia Cup and ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup live streams to let all mobile viewers watch these two tournaments for free in the cricket-loving cou


'Baby Steps' is the 3D 'QWOP' we've all been waiting for
45Engadget / 8h
Do you miss the days of playing QWOP , where merely moving forward felt like a massive achievement? They're finally back. QWOP creator Bennett Foddy, Ape Out 's Gabe Cuzzillo and Maxi Boch have unveiled Baby Steps , effectively a 3D update to the classic limb controlling game. You play the couch potato Nate as he's whisked away to a mountain and forced to re-learn walking as he aims to "find mean


This Cheap DIY Air Purifier Actually Works
Lifehacker / 8h
Unless you live in a fire-prone area, air purifiers used to be somewhat of an odd home appliance you might encounter when visiting friends who have furry pets or those who took the pandemic very seriously ( air purifiers alone won’t protect you against COVID-19 ). But now that much of the United States has been covered… Read more...


Match Group removes 44 spam accounts every minute
Mashable / 8h
Match Group, the parent company of dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, Match, and others, announced today that every minute, it removes 44 spam accounts on average across its portfolio. Further, nearly 5 million bot and spam accounts have been removed between January and March 2023 — either before gaining access to the platform, or shortly after signup. The dating app giant has been making considerab


Apple’s VisionOS Makes a Bold Leap in Computer Interface
61Wired / 8h
We’ve come a long way from the command line. Now we’re being asked to take the next step in human-computer interaction, whether we’re ready or not.



‘One Margarita’ Is the Song of Summer—and the Moment
21Wired / 8h
Creator Angel Laketa Moore’s freestyle went viral on TikTok—and sparked a chain reaction of spontaneity in music that AI couldn’t generate.


Ransomware gangs are losing interest in US firms
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Ransomware operators are now concentrating their efforts on specific regions and specific industries, as the US loses its appeal. This is according to a new report from NordLocker, which states that while companies in the US are still the number one target for ransomware gangs, other regions are growing increasingly popular. By analyzing publicly available data on ransomware attacks that occurred


This hacking group has been attacking thousands of organizations worldwide
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Cybersecurity researchers from ESET recently discovered a relatively new hacking group that’s been very successful in targeting organizations worldwide. The group is called Asylum Ambuscade, and its endgame remains a mystery to the researchers. According to BleepingComputer, it has been active all over the world, but mostly in the West, for the last three years. It uses a wide variety of tools, i


Nocnoc opens door to quicker setup of cross-border e-commerce in Latin America
TechCrunch / 8h
Nocnoc , which facilitates cross-border e-commerce between Latin American merchants and global sellers, raised $14 million in Series A funding. PayPal Ventures led the round and was joined by Mouro Capital, Quona Capital, Caravela Capital, Broadhaven and Ignia. This gives the company $22 million in total venture-backed funding to date. Ilan Bajarlia, Joaquin Colella and Diego Szilagyi started noc


8 best Italy cruises for a Mediterranean vacation
The Points Guy / 8h
You don’t have to search all that hard to find the best Italy cruises — most leading cruise lines offer dozens of itineraries that visit Italian ports, often in conjunction with neighboring countries France, Greece and Croatia. The reason? Italy has it all: coastlines on both the Mediterranean and the Adriatic, historic port cities (Rome, Venice and Naples among them) and spectacular islands (inc


American Improves Wi-Fi On International Planes (777s & 787s)
58One Mile at a Time / 8h
Here’s a genuinely exciting change for those who frequently fly on American’s wide body aircraft… American’s Panasonic Wi-Fi getting faster American has done a great job with rolling out Viasat Wi-Fi on its narrow body jets. Wide body jets are a different story, as these planes feature Panasonic Wi-Fi, with frustratingly slow speeds. Fortunately that’s about to change. As of this summer, American


Apple’s Vision Pro reignites excitement in China’s XR world
TechCrunch / 8h
Apple’s launch of Vision Pro , what it refers to as its first spatial computer, is generating a lot of buzz in China. The hashtag #Apple Vision Pro 苹果首款头显 (Apple’s first head-mounted display) amassed over 40 million views on Weibo, China’s Twitter equivalent, on the launch day alone. The country’s virtual and augmented reality industry went from the talk of the town a few years ago to a disappoin


How early do you need to get to the airport?
28The Points Guy / 8h
The sight of crowded airports and packed planes might be welcome for the travel industry, but for travelers — not so much. Travel has surged back, with domestic demand reaching pre-pandemic levels and the Transportation Security Administration now regularly screening more than 2 million passengers a day . The uptick has resulted in long lines at the security checkpoint and bag-drop areas and, in


Netflix's 'The Village' trailer teases a dark mystery in a mountain community
20Mashable / 8h
No, it's not a remake of M. Night Shyamalan's polarising 2004 thriller. From director Michihito Fujii, The Village sends you into a fictional Japanese mountain hamlet known as Kamon, where protagonist Yu Katayama (Ryusei Yokohama) is in a tricky place. He seems unable to leave this village where he's socially ostracised due to an incident in his family's past. It also appears he faces an "unavoid


Engadget Podcast: Apple WWDC 2023 wrap-up
20Engadget / 9h
After tons of typing and running around Apple’s campus, we’re ready to wrap up WWDC 2023. This week, Devindra chats with Editor-in-Chief Dana Wollman and Senior Writer Sam Rutherford about Apple’s foray into spatial computing with the Vision Pro, the 15-inch MacBook Air, and the company’s many ( many ) software announcements. Also, we discuss Spotify’s latest podcast flubs, Diablo 4 , and the new


OneOdio’s ‘air conduction’ earphones might just be the ideal running headphones
67TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
It's a conundrum any fitness fan knows only too well: music when running is good, but cutting off one of your senses from your immediate surroundings (be it traffic, people, bulldozers or even being fully engrossed in Zombies, Run! ) is bad. You've likely heard of solutions such as the best bone conduction headphones which leave your ears completely free (by transmitting sound vibrations along yo


Microsoft doesn't want us to be scared of AI - but is it doing enough?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Microsoft has become one of the biggest names in artificial intelligence and brought us the quirky and sometimes strange Bing Chat AI . The company has heavily invested in AI, and has now come up with three commitments to keep the company, and the technology, in check. Laws and regulations are rushing to catch up with AI, falling so far behind where we need them to be that Open AI’s CEO bounced a


Looks like XR headsets might be the next big thing in enterprise
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Following the successful introduction of Apple’s headline-steeling Vision Pro XR headset, it looks like businesses are gearing up to spend more on extended reality than ever before. According to a new report by ABI Research, the industrial XR market will reach $60 billion in total revenue by the end of this decade. This follows around five years of steady growth for the market as more enterprises


Porsche's Mission X concept offers a glimpse at its electric super car future
48Engadget / 9h
Porsche has unveiled its latest concept vehicle called the Mission X, and it says the model gives us "a glimpse into what the sports car of the future could look like." The Mission X is supposed to be an electric hypercar with a design that takes inspiration from the automaker's old models, including the 959, the Carrera GT and the 918 Spyder. With a body that's 177 inches long, 78.7 inches wide


The Download: a promising new fuel, and why our phones struggle with wildfires
MIT Technology Review / 9h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. This unlikely fuel could power cleaner trucks and ships Transportation is a huge piece of the climate puzzle, accounting for over 15% of worldwide global greenhouse gas emissions. And while we’re making steady progress, there are parts of the puzzle that are h


The best EOFY TV deals for 2023 – Live now
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The best EOFY robot vacuum deals in Australia – Live now
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Motorbunny Buck Review: Worth Every Penny
24Wired / 9h
It thrusts, it vibrates, and it does it all in a ton of positions. But it has a price tag to match.


I just bought the only physical encyclopedia still in print, and I regret nothing
300+Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / A photo of the 2023 edition of the World Book Encyclopedia on the author's family room shelf. (credit: Benj Edwards) These days, many of us live online, where machine-generated content has begun to pollute the Internet with misinformation and noise. At a time when it's hard to know what information to trust, I felt delight when I recently learned that World Book still prints an up-to-da


Dealmaster: Savings on practical Father’s Day tech gift ideas
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
With Father's Day approaching, it's time to think of the dads in our lives. Whether your dad is interested in home audio gear or needs a new set of wireless headphones to cancel out the world and relax this summer, we've curated a list of some terrific tech gifts that will delight the father figure in your life. From practical purchases like Bluetooth trackers to help him locate his favorite belo



Apple’s pitch for the Vision Pro couldn’t be more different than the Meta Quest
500+Engadget / 9h
It’s easy to groan when Apple describes the Vision Pro as a “spatial computer.” Isn’t it just a high-end mixed reality headset? To a degree, yes. You can play games, create content and be productive on a much cheaper device like the $299 Meta Quest 2 . And if you’re a professional who needs to get serious work done, wearables like the Quest Pro and Microsoft’s HoloLens 2 can already handle some o


Runway’s Gen-2 shows the limitations of today’s text-to-video tech
21TechCrunch / 9h
In a recent panel interview with Collider, Joe Russo, the director of tentpole Marvel films like “Avengers: Endgame,” predicted that within two years, AI will be able to create a fully fledged movie. I’d say that’s a rather optimistic timeline. But we’re getting closer. This week, Runway , a Google-backed AI startup that helped develop the AI image generator Stable Diffusion , released Gen-2, a m


View of two men sitting on deck of the steamship City of Detroit III during 1913 summer meeting of the S.A.E. Stamped o...
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
View of two men sitting on deck of the steamship City of Detroit III during 1913 summer meeting of the S.A.E. Stamped on back: “Spooner & Wells, Inc., photographers, 1231 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich., telephone North 1745.” Handwritten on back: “Events–Detroit S.A.E. trip. Two S.A.E. members enjoying a chat. S.A.E. trip, 1913.” Lazarnick Collection National Automotive History Collection, Detroit


American Airlines Passenger Bought Himself A Seat – And Two Seats For His Dog
31View from the Wing / 9h
I don't think I've ever seen a passenger book more than one seat for their animal before. Yet here is a man traveling with his dog. He has one seat, the great dane has two. And the dog needed every inch of it. Throughout this cross country flight to New York JFK on an American Airlines Airbus A321T, the 140 pound pup stood up, sat down, napped, and interacted with the rest of the cabin. Continue


These Are the Best Desktop Apps for Gmail
Gizmodo / 9h
Gmail is a powerful and intuitive email client when it’s open and running inside a browser tab—but you can access your Gmail through a desktop app, too, and you might be better served doing it. Desktop Gmail frees up space inside your web browser, can mean a more distraction-free email experience, and might even… Read more...


How to Ground Yourself While Working on a PC
How-To Geek / 9h
Although building PCs has become easier over the years, one thing hasn’t changed — static electricity. It was a problem for PC builders decades ago, and it’s a problem now. Here’s how to properly ground yourself while working on your PC so a few zaps don’t turn a fun project into a pile of frustration. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Microsoft launches new Porsche edition Xbox Series X - which you can't buy
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
A new Porsche edition of the Xbox Series X has been unveiled at Summer Games Fest, however, much like with other special edition variants, it's not for sale. The new Xbox Series X console is adorned with a spectrum of rainbow racing stripes as well as a huge "75" badge on both the system and the Xbox Wireless Controller to commemorate the anniversary of the luxury car manufacturer. It's a truly e


Amazon's Echo Show 8 is 42 percent off right now
35Engadget / 9h
There are so many good smart displays out there that it can be hard to choose which one to buy. Right now, one of our favorites, Amazon's second-generation Echo Show 8 , is running down to $75 from $130 — a 42 percent discount and just $5 off its lowest price. There are other available options on sale, like an adjustable stand or Blink Mini, but expect to pay a little extra for those. The Echo Sh


'The Witcher' Season 3 trailer is full of magic, monsters, and dancing
81Mashable / 9h
The Witcher Season 3 promises plenty more monsters and magic where the first two seasons came from — but now with added formalwear. Following the first teaser that previewed Henry Cavill's last ride as Geralt of Rivia , Netflix has unveiled the first official trailer for the third season, and it's full of big beasties and impressive spells from sorceress Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) . This time aroun


Your Android TV could be getting a big upgrade – here’s what’s coming
25TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Google released Android TV 14 beta this week, which revealed two big updates about the company's plans for the latest version of its smart TV platform. While the company hasn't yet officially announced these plans, reports are surfacing that it's planning to retire Android TV 13. Replacing Android TV 13 will be Android TV 14, the latest beta of which has revealed that new features could be added


Barracuda urges customers to remove and replace vulnerable hardware exploited by hackers
TechCrunch / 9h
Barracuda Networks has told customers they must replace vulnerable email gateway appliances following the disclosure of a critical security flaw. The technology company, which provides security, networking and storage products, is issuing the extraordinary guidance as it struggles to contain a zero-day flaw that hackers have exploited since October. Hackers are abusing the critical-rated vulnerab


Facebook owner Meta plans to create Twitter rival
100+BBC News - Technology / 10h
A text-based version of Instagram could potentially let users carry across followers from other apps.


American Airlines’ Free Wi-Fi For T-Mobile Customers
2KOne Mile at a Time / 10h
American Airlines is greatly expanding the free Wi-Fi that T-Mobile customers have access to, which is pretty exciting. I first wrote about this last week, but American has now officially announced this, with an exact timeline for when it will be fully rolled out. Free T-Mobile Wi-Fi coming to American’s Viasat planes Historically American has offered free Wi-Fi to T-Mobile customers on Gogo (now


The Morning After: The games industry is massive, so why is it shrinking?
Engadget / 10h
Yesterday marked the start of Summer Game Fest , an event to fill the void left by the canceled E3. It’s a gaming industry shindig for developers and publishers to build hype for the titles they’re working on right now. But while the business has never been bigger or more profitable, there’s also a sense the gaming industry is shrinking. Much of this is because two of the biggest players, Microso


This new Oura Ring feature turns sleep into a competitive sport
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The Oura Ring is already one of the best sleep trackers you can buy and now it's adding a new social feature to help you connect (or perhaps compete) with your fellow Oura wearers. The new Oura Circles feature lets you share your sleep, readiness and activity scores with up to 20 people, as long as they're also Oura members (a subscription that costs $5.99 per month, or around £5.15 / AU$9.60 a m


Rosalía muses on Monet while eating super spicy wings on 'Hot Ones'
Mashable / 10h
Fresh from her Motomami world tour and certified banger of a Coachella set , Rosalía tackled another arena — First We Feast's Hot Ones . The Grammy winning artist and producer faced the tiny bottle wall of death with host Sean Evans for the YouTube series, which sees celebrities surviving spicier and spicier chicken wings. Making their way through gradually hotter and "disturbing" hot sauces, the


The Top New Features in Apple's WatchOS 10: Device Compatibility, Release Date
52Wired / 10h
The company’s quest to unseat Garmin continues with a new fullscreen cycling mode and other navigation features.


An Oral History of Jurassic Park: The Ride
61Wired / 10h
When it opened at Universal Studios Hollywood in 1996, it was the single most expensive thrill ride of all time. A look back at whether it was all worth it.


Nuclear-Powered Cargo Ships Are Trying to Stage a Comeback
72Wired / 10h
Faced with the difficult task of decarbonizing, some shipping companies are taking another look at a polarizing solution—nuclear fission.


Pete Davidson’s 'Bupkis' episode 2 is streaming free
Mashable / 10h
One of the best TV episodes of 2023 so far , episode 2 of Pete Davidson’s Bupkis is streaming free on YouTube. NBC has made the critically lauded second chapter of the comedian and former Saturday Night Live star's autobiographical series available for anyone to watch on YouTube. Titled "Do as I Say, Not as I Do," the episode examines a moment from Davidson's youth, at his Uncle Tommy's (Bobby Ca



The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 could beat the Pixel Fold in one major way
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
The Google Pixel Fold is an impressive foldable phone, and one which matches the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 in a number of areas, including its IPX8 rating for water resistance. But a leak suggests that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 could go a step further, with an IP58 rating. That’s according to leaker @chunvn8888 (via NotebookCheck ), and that ‘5’ in place of an ‘X’


iOS 17 will finally fix this annoying iPhone camera problem
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Apple’s iOS operating system is exceptionally intuitive and easy to use, but that doesn’t mean the platform is completely free of annoying quirks. Take QR codes, for example. Apple introduced support for scanning QR codes with the iPhone’s Camera app in iOS 11, but when viewing a code, the link popup would appear as a pesky push notification at the top of the interface. Then, in iOS 13, Apple mix


Another huge US medical data breach confirmed after Fortra mass-hack
22TechCrunch / 10h
Hackers stole another half a million people’s personal and health information during a ransomware attack on a technology vendor earlier this year. Intellihartx, a Tennessee-based company that handles patient payment balances and collections, said in a notice filed with the Maine attorney general’s office that 489,830 patients had information stolen in the cyberattack targeting its vendor, Fortra.


10 Plex Features You Should be Using
How-To Geek / 10h
Plex is a media server that lets you stream, organize, and share your media library. It’s free to download, easy to set up, and expandable with the optional premium Plex Pass if you like what you see. Here are some of Plex’s best uses and features. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›


Mercedes becomes the first automaker to sell Level 3 self-driving vehicles in California
4KEngadget / 11h
Mercedes-Benz is the first automaker to get permission from California regulators to sell or lease vehicles with Level 3 (hands-off and eyes-off) self driving tech on designated roads, Reuters has reported. The California Department of Motor Vehicles issued a permit for the company's Drive Pilot system, provided it's used under certain conditions and on specific roads. Mercedes-Benz previous rece


Microsoft OneDrive went down after a spate of DDoS attacks
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
This Thursday, Microsoft’s cloud services were targets of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack, which managed to bring OneDrive down for some users. As reports started coming in of users being unable to open their OneDrives and getting the “This page isn’t working right now” message, a threat actor going by “Anonymous Sudan” took responsibility for the attack. Microsoft acknowledged the


IHG’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith Partnership Ends
35One Mile at a Time / 11h
With Hyatt having acquired Mr. & Mrs. Smith , it’s no surprise that the IHG partnership with Mr. & Mrs. Smith has been terminated. Mr. & Mrs. Smith cuts ties with IHG One Rewards The partnership between InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Mr. & Mrs. Smith has been discontinued effective immediately: It’s no longer possible to make new bookings, whether paying cash or redeeming points All exis


Final Fantasy 7 mobile game receives nostalgic new trailer
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Mobile RPG Final Fantasy 7: Ever Crisis has received a brand new trailer at E3 2023 , showing off turn-based combat and a nostalgic approach to graphics. Ever Crisis is part of the wider Compilation of Final Fantasy 7 project, a compilation of different media that explores the world and characters first introduced in the original Final Fantasy 7 and revitalized with Final Fantasy 7 Remake . Ever


Shadows of the Damned is a remaster we didn't see coming
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Among the slew of E3 2023 announcements last night, one big surprise snuck through in the form of a Shadows of the Damned remaster. Announced via developer Grasshopper Manufacture's various social channels, there's not release date set in stone for the Shadows of the Damned remaster as of yet, but it was definitely a nice surprise for fans keen for a modern port of the PS3 and Xbox 360 era shoote


Google lays out its vision of securing AI
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
While virtual reality headsets have stolen some of the limelight, artificial intelligence remains a headline-topping technology, and for good reason: consumers and businesses have expressed their concern about its security. According to conversations between Google and Axios , Google is concerned that AI cybersecurity is being treated as an afterthought, drawing parallels with social media which


Meta test puts Reels on the Quest
1KEngadget / 11h
Reels started as Instagram's solution for competing with TikTok and soon launched on sister-site Facebook — a natural expansion. Meta is now testing Reels on a less expected medium: the Meta Quest . Its VR headset works for internet browsing, watching movies, games and more — but the addition of typically-vertical Reels presents a different viewing experience than these more malleable (and typica


How to protect your pets from wildfire smoke
21Mashable / 11h
The U.S. Northeast is currently smothered in smoke , as Canadian wildfires rage in what may be its worst fire year yet. This has sent air quality plummeting , with residents donning N95 masks and staying indoors in order to reduce how much of the dangerous smoke they're inhaling . But what about protecting our furry friends? Just like most humans, most pets have lungs. And just like us, animals g


Taylor Swift recreates her eras on tour. The originals are behind glass.
73Mashable / 11h
Visit Taylor Swift: Storyteller at the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) in New York City, and you'll learn right away what Swift fans have known all along: Devotion to Swift in all her forms is not defined by her music alone. In an age characterized by viral images, her eras — all 10 of them, one for each album — are carefully crafted aesthetics created in part by Swift's costuming and vivid image


Apple reboots the Steve Jobs reality distortion field
29Mashable / 11h
Irony alert: the phrase "reality distortion field," famously applied to Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, is itself a distortion of reality. Apple executive Bud Tribble claims he took it from a 1966 Star Trek episode, "The Menagerie," about reality-warping aliens, in which the words "distortion field" do not appear. But because he said so, the internet — including Wikipedia — has decided this origin s


Conquest mode is coming to Marvel Snap next week
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Marvel Snap is getting a brilliant new update that'll give fans even more ways to enjoy this competitive card game. During the Summer Game Fest, the chief development officer for Second Dinner Ben Brode took to the stage to announce Marvel Snap 's next update. The "biggest ever update" is coming to the card game next week and will contain a brand-new mode. The next update will contain something c


Meta to appeal court ruling declaring content moderators as its employees
48TechCrunch / 11h
Meta is set to appeal Kenya’s court decision declaring it as the primary employer of the moderators that review content on its platforms in sub-Saharan Africa. Meta has filed a notice of appeal against the ruling made last week on orders issued in March . This comes after 184 moderators sued it, and its content review partner in sub-Saharan Africa, Sama, for alleged unlawful termination of contra


Spotify is officially testing an offline mix
TechCrunch / 11h
Music streaming company Spotify is finally and officially testing a playlist that automatically downloads some of your recent favorites a couple of years after starting working on such a feature. In a tweet, the company’s CEO Daniel Ek said that Spotify has been testing “Your Offline Mix.” But beyond that he didn’t give out any details. In particular, it’s unclear when the company plans to releas


Secret Invasion's thrilling opening scene is available right now – if you can solve a tricky Marvel puzzle
23TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The first extended clip for Marvel's Secret Invasion TV series has been released online – but you'll need to solve a difficult puzzle to watch it. Secret Invasion 's official release is less than two weeks away, with the Marvel Phase 5 TV show set to debut on Disney Plus on Wednesday, June 21. And, to get you even more excited before it premieres on the streamer, Marvel has decided to debut the o


Guide To American Airlines Complimentary Elite Upgrades
200+One Mile at a Time / 12h
One of the great things about having elite status with an airline is being eligible for complimentary, space available first class upgrades. Admittedly these won’t always clear, but if you’re realistic and strategic, it’s possible to get lots of value out of this perk. In this post I wanted to take a look at American Airlines’ system for complimentary upgrades, especially in light of the changes


The best fire pits of 2023
Mashable / 12h
Realistically, you can easily make your own fire pit just by placing a ring of rocks or bricks around a scooped-out hole of dirt. (Be sure to take proper safety precautions and double-check local regulations first.) But if you want a dedicated, elevated fire pit that's specially made for cooking, camping, or cozying up on a cool summer night, you've got options. We have five fire pits to recommen



I hated 3D movies, until Disney's live action 'Little Mermaid'
200+Mashable / 12h
3D movies suck for me. As a glasses-wearer whose best attempt at contact lenses was almost an episode of ER (still out here with ER references!), I've got to pop those wraparound bad boys over my own frames. It's not subtle. Notting Hill -era Hugh Grant looks better wearing his prescription scuba goggles in a cinema than I do at a 3D film. And beyond my own ludicrous vanity in the dark, it's ofte


What is HYBE IM? An interview with CEO Wooyong Chung about the company's high-tech creative lab
Mashable / 12h
HYBE Corporation is expanding rapidly, stretching its tendrils across the globe to pluck up new businesses at a dizzying pace. It's best known for its roster of musicians — which now includes Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, BTS, and more — but it has also taken a serious interest in the gaming space, most recently investing in local developer Flint through its HYBE IM subsidiary. Until just last mo


Get creative with this 3D printer bundle, now under $300
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TL;DR: As of June 9, get the Toybox 3D Printer Starter Bundle for only $298.99 (reg. $419.00) — that's a 28% discount. Think back on your childhood. What was better than running through the toy aisles and picking something out to take home? Fast forward to 2023, and kids today don't have many brick-and-mortar toy stores to frequent, but technology has done them one better. With a 3D printer, they


Secure your files with a portable 1TB hard drive, on sale
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TL;DR: As of June 9, get this 1TB Portable External Hard Drive for only $56.99 — that's a 10% discount. Keeping your precious memories on the cloud may be convenient, but is it secure and easy to use? In addition to monthly storage fees piling up over the years, accessing your stored files can be difficult in a pinch. That's where good, old-fashioned external hard drives can come in handy. Make s


Gift your grad 4K drones with this 2-device bundle, on sale
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TL;DR: As of June 9, get the Ninja Dragon Phantom K PRO + Alpha Z Pro Drone Bundle for just $174.99 (reg. $369.99) — that's 52% off. June is for the grads and dads (even if their gift is belated), and if you still find yourself stumped as to how to celebrate these valued members of your family, here's an option: Get them a drone. Not only will quadcopters supply them with a new hobby, but they'll


Charge your Apple gadgets fast with this durable Lightning cable, on sale now
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TL;DR: As of June 9, get this Braided MFI Certified USB-C to Lightning Cable for only $21.99 — that's a 21% discount. As the rest of the tech world moves on to adapt USB-C, Apple is sticking to their guns with their dear Lightning port and connector. After all, they invented it, so it only makes sense that they want their gadgets to only work with the proprietary technology. But Apple-issued Ligh


Google Meet's new feature might make you pay even less attention
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Google has announced significant improvements to the picture-in-picture mode for its video conferencing software, Google Meet , which is set to allow meeting attendees to be able to multitask more easily. Up until now, those using picture-in-picture have only been able to see other attendees, toggle the microphone and camera controls, and leave the meeting, which has proven sufficient for basic u


Watch the Summer Game Fest keynote in under 20 minutes
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The Summer Game Fest featured a spate of new announcements and updates again this year, including the new Prince of Persia action-adventure platformer by Ubisoft. In Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown coming in 2024, you take on the role of Sargon to rescue the prince, not just by killing enemies and fighting bosses, but also by solving puzzles. Bandai Namco launched Sand Land , a new adventure gam


Apple’s Face Computer, Crypto Chaos and How Teens Really Feel About Social Media
25NYT > Technology / 12h
This isn’t the first time Apple has introduced a bulky piece of hardware that nobody is sure people will want to buy. Can Apple pull off another wearable revolution?


HBO's Rock Hudson documentary gets an intimate, emotional trailer
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Rock Hudson was known in the '50s and '60s as a mega-masculine star with a twinkle in his eye, as compelling in Technicolor Douglas Sirk melodramas as he was with Doris Day in cheeky sex comedies. But when he died of AIDS in 1985 — becoming the most famous figure yet to have succumbed to the still-new, still-misunderstood syndrome's complications — his hidden life as a gay man went from Hollywood


Logitech retires the Blue microphone brand
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Logitech is getting rid of the Blue microphone brand , and will now sell the products under the Logitech G gaming brand — only keeping the Blue name to "describe our technologies," it said. Blue has been removed from