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Frontier debuts 2024 all-you-can-fly pass with elite status included for Black Friday sale



16KThe Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Few things get frequent flyers more excited than an all-you-can-fly pass. In theory, it’s the holy grail of a travel buffet of flight options. For the last year, Frontier Airlines has offered a variety of all-you-can-fly passes. There were seasonal passes for $299 and then monthly passes that sometimes offered the first month free to


The Easiest Way to Clean Your Washing Machine
200+LifeHacker / 8h
A little vinegar and baking soda go a long way here.


How to Download a Windows 10 ISO Without the Media Creation Tool
500+How-To Geek / 17h
Microsoft makes Windows 10 ISO images available to everyone through its download website , but if you're already using a Windows machine, it forces you to download the Media Creation Tool first. Here's how to download Windows ISOs without the creation tool.



Sega faces unfair labor practice complaint for planned mass layoff of union members
Engadget / 4min
Workers at Sega of America are accusing the video game company of "bad faith bargaining with workers" for its plan to lay off dozens of temporary workers. The publisher known for franchises that include Sonic the Hedgehog and Yakuza is now facing an unfair labor practice complaint filed by the Communications Workers of America (CWA). In April, 200 people in various departments across the company


Sweden’s Tesla Blockade Is Spreading
Wired / 31min
Starting Friday, dockworkers in all Swedish ports will refuse to offload Teslas, cleaning crews will no longer clean showrooms, and mechanics won’t fix charging points as the labor dispute rages on.


Google is giving teens around the world access to its Bard AI chatbot
Engadget / 1h
In September, Google opened its AI-powered search experience to teens in the US, giving them access to richer results with additional information and links. Now, the company has also given teens in most countries around the world access to its Bard AI chatbot , as long as their language is set to English and they meet the minimum age needed to be able to manage their own Google account. Take note


EU faces privacy complaint over CSAM microtargeting ads it ran on X
TechCrunch / 1h
A microtargeted advertising controversy which has implicated European Union lawmakers in privacy-hostile practices banned by laws they had a hand in passing is the subject of a new complaint by privacy rights not-for-profit, noyb. The complaint against the EU Commission’s Directorate General for Migration and Home Affairs is being filed today, with the European Data […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rig


Access Japanese Netflix for free with this easy hack
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: ExpressVPN is the best service for accessing bonus Netflix libraries. Unblock Japanese Netflix from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. Anime fans should become familiar with VPNs , because there is a world of content out there that can be accessed with help from these powerful tools. In just a few clicks, you can unblock anime content from around the world. And that includes Japanese N


How to access 7plus for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Unblock free streaming sites from around the world with ExpressVPN . Bypass geo-restrictions to access 7Plus with ExpressVPN. 7plus is a free service offering live streaming of Channel 7, 7two, 7mate, 7Bravo, 7flix, Racing.com, and 7Sport. That's a lot of content, but not everyone can gain access to this popular streaming platform. 7plus is geo-restricted to Australia , which means you'll


Save 33% on PDF Reader Pro for Windows
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: PDF Reader Pro for Windows is on sale for £32.66, saving you 33% on list price. Windows users, you're going to want to listen up. If the simple sight of a file ending in .pdf strikes you with anxiety and dread, there is now an app available to help you tackle it with ease: the PDF Reader Pro smart PDF editor and converter tool. This smart PDF editor helps you avoid fumbling with these tric


Parental Advisory: This Chatbot May Talk to Your Child About Sex and Alcohol
38Wired / 2h
Common Sense Media’s first ratings for chatbots and other AI services warn parents that AI image generators and Snapchat’s My AI chatbot may not be safe for kids.


YouTube Shorts Challenges TikTok With Music-Making AI for Creators
36Wired / 2h
YouTube creators will get to test a new AI tool that generates and remixes music in the style of several famous musicians, including Sia, Demi Lovato, and T-Pain.


How to watch South Africa vs. Australia in the Cricket World Cup semi-final for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Watch South Africa vs. Australia in the Cricket World Cup semi-final on 9Now . Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2023 Cricket World Cup is entering its final stages, which is a shame because the competition has been entertaining audiences all around the world for weeks. Australia and South Africa are only one game away from the Cricket Worl


SpaceX prepares for Starship's second test flight after securing FAA clearance
48Engadget / 3h
SpaceX aims to send Starship to space for its second test flight on November 17, now that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given it the clearance to do so. The company completed its next-generation spacecraft's first fully integrated launch in April, but it wasn't able to meet all its objectives, including having its upper stage fly across our planet before re-entering the atmosphere


Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for November 16
Mashable / 4h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for Nov. 14's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle co


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, November 16, 2023
LifeHacker / 4h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #158.


NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for November 16
Mashable / 5h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e


ASUS offers free fix for "Evangelion" typo on motherboard
33Engadget / 5h
Good news for hardcore Neon Genesis Evangelion fans who spent $700 (or more) on ASUS' special edition motherboard! The PC maker announced that it will be offering a free fix for the embarrassing typo — "EVANGENLION" instead of "EVANGELION" — on the ROG Maximus Z790 Hero EVA-02 Edition . This will come in the form of a replacement part printed with the correct spelling, so users can directly swap


Hyundai’s high-performance Ioniq 5 N EV goes on sale in March
Engadget / 5h
Hyundai just announced that its forthcoming Ioniq 5 N electric vehicle will go on sale next March via approved retailers, in addition to officially unveiling the car to US-based consumers at AutoMobility LA. The Ioniq 5 N was first teased back in July, so it’s nice to have a definitive release date, despite the lack of pricing information. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is the company’s first N-branded EV


Developers can’t seem to stop exposing credentials in publicly accessible code
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge (credit: Victor De Schwanberg/Science Photo Library via Getty Images) Despite more than a decade of reminding, prodding, and downright nagging, a surprising number of developers still can’t bring themselves to keep their code free of credentials that provide the keys to their kingdoms to anyone who takes the time to look for them. The lapse stems from immature coding practices in which de


Best Buy Has the Pixel 6a for $99 When You Activate With Verizon
LifeHacker / 5h
Save $300 on the Pixel 6a at Best Buy when you activate with Verizon.


‘Nothing Chats’ Isn't a Safe Way to Use iMessage on Android
LifeHacker / 5h
Don't jeopardize your security for a blue bubble.


Refilled wants to save 100 million plastic bottles from the landfill
TechCrunch / 6h
The Australian government recently set new packaging regulations after an official review found just 18% of plastic packaging is recycled, falling far short of a 70% target by 2025. Refilled, a Sydney-based startup, wants to help with its smart drink dispensers, which are meant to be used with reusable bottles. Its mission is to save […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use on



These Amazon Products Are Massively Discounted for Early Black Friday
LifeHacker / 6h
You can get Amazon security cameras, Echo Buds, Fire TVs, and Fire TV Sticks for up to 54% off.


How factories are deploying AI on production lines
BBC News - Technology / 7h
Manufacturers are exploring how AI can predict machine faults before they happen.


Dominic Monaghan on Attending Fan Conventions
Gizmodo / 7h
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You Can Now Delete Threads Without Losing Your Instagram
200+LifeHacker / 7h
Meta won't let you get you rid of your Threads account easily—but it's not impossible.


These Are the Best Early Black Friday Vacuum Deals
LifeHacker / 7h
Find Dyson, Shark, and other brands of vacuums up to 50% off from the top retailers.


ULA chief on the Vulcan rocket: “The path to flight one is clear”
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Enlarge / United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Certification-1 first stage sits atop Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida for qualification testing. (credit: ULA) United Launch Alliance is closing in on the debut flight of the Vulcan rocket, and it remains on track to fly the vehicle for the first time on December 24. During a media roundtable on Wednesday afternoon,


The Designer of the DeLorean Has Some Thoughts About the Cybertruck
Futurism / 8h
DeCybertruck The DMC DeLorean, an eye-catching sports car famously featured in the iconic sci-fi romp "Back to the Future" in 1985, drew plenty of attention when it was released in 1981 for its odd angles, iconic gullwing doors, and futuristic tech. Tesla's long-awaited Cybertruck also raised eyebrows when it was unveiled four years ago — and it was hard not to see parallels between the two vehic


Teens weren't allowed to use Google Bard — until now. What's changed with the AI bot?
Mashable / 8h
Did you know that Bard, Google's answer to ChatGPT, was not open to teens? If a young whippersnapper owned a Google account, and they didn't meet the age requirement, Bard was inaccessible. However, in a Wednesday blog , Google announced that it's changing that. Appropriately aged teens now have access to Google Bard. Why is Google opening access to teens now? Before giving teens access to Bard,


Netflix Has Cancelled Shadow and Bone
Gizmodo / 8h
It’s a sad day for fans of Netflix’ Shadow and Bone . The series adaptation of Leigh Bardugo’s fantasy novels —which was developed by Arrival’s Eric Heisserer and gobbled up by passionate viewers —will not return for a third season. This cancellation was just one of many announced by Netflix today. Read more...


Dealmaster: Gaming monitors, big-screen TVs, home office gear, and more
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / Most won't have the space, budget, or need for this monitor, but it sure makes this kid look happy. (credit: Samsung) TVs continue to be a Dealmaster mainstay this time of year as retailers load up big sales on 2023 models and closeout picks from last year. Monitors are on the same track, with a slew of high-end gaming options and budget buys alike, alongside plenty of other tech deals


The reviews are done—SpaceX is clear to launch Starship
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / SpaceX's Starship rocket on its launch pad in South Texas. The Federal Aviation Administration approved a commercial launch license Wednesday for SpaceX to fly its second full-scale Starship rocket as soon as Friday, seven months after the giant vehicle’s first test flight. "The FAA has given license authorization for the second launch of the SpaceX Starship Super Heavy vehicles," the F


Apple’s China ties under Congressional scrutiny after Jon Stewart cancellation
22Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge (credit: Michael Reaves / Stringer | Getty Images North America ) Lawmakers apparently balked after learning that Apple canceled the critically acclaimed weekly streaming talk show, The Problem with Jon Stewart , last month—reportedly over issues with the show's planned programming related to both China and artificial intelligence . In a letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook, the Republican and De


Google’s 36% search revenue share with Apple is 3x what Android OEMs get
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / Let's see, you landed on my "Google Ads" space, and with three houses... that will be $1,400. (credit: Ron Amadeo / Hasbro) The biggest slip-up of the Department of Justice's Google search monopoly trial was the reveal that Google pays Apple 36 percent of Safari search revenue to remain the default search engine. Google stated it didn't want that number getting out because it “would unr


Threads starts testing hashtags…without the hash
TechCrunch / 8h
Instagram’s Threads app has been duping Twitter/X in a number of ways, and today it’s adding one more feature that’s been core to the Twitter experience for years: hashtags. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that Threads will begin testing the ability to tag topics on Threads to categorize posts by interest or theme. Though users […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


The Best Places to Order Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go
LifeHacker / 8h
Don't want to cook? That's fine: These restaurants are serving up Thanksgiving meals you can serve at home.


How to Factory Reset Any Apple TV Device
LifeHacker / 8h
Here's how to quickly reset your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD back to factory settings.


You Can Use Your Wood Stove to Heat Multiple Room
LifeHacker / 8h
Use your wood-burning stove to keep your whole house cozy with these simple steps.


You Can Remove That Watermark From Reddit Images
LifeHacker / 8h
Reddit images don't need to look so ugly.


The '123' Method Can Help You Recall What You've Studied
LifeHacker / 8h
The '123' method's genius is in its simplicity.


The M1 MacBook Air Is Back to Its Lowest Price Ever Right Now
75LifeHacker / 8h
It might be three years old, but the M1 MacBook Air is still a fantastic laptop—especially at this price.



How to Make the Perfect Thanksgiving Pie
LifeHacker / 8h
Soggy crusts, and soupy fruit fillings ruin pies. For Thanksgiving, we can do better.


It’s Official: These Are the Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes
LifeHacker / 8h
Stretch out your (turkey) wings and try one of these not quite traditional Thanksgiving sides.


For the Best Stuffing, Focus on the Stock
LifeHacker / 8h
Stock is the only ingredient that permeates the entire dish.


This Easy Cranberry Sauce Recipe Is Ripe for Riffing
LifeHacker / 8h
Dry spices, aromatics, and extracts allow you to turn a simple cranberry sauce into something spectacular.


These Thanksgiving Dishes Are Sure to Satisfy Your Vegan Guests
200+LifeHacker / 8h
Most vegans are willing to bring along dishes that fit their diet—but adjusting your menu a bit is always appreciated.


How to Make a Damn Good Gravy
LifeHacker / 8h
Lumpless Thanksgiving gravy is an unsung hero of the table, and should be—it's only forgettable if it's perfect.


Simple Ways to ‘Vegan-ize’ Your Classic Thanksgiving Recipes
95LifeHacker / 8h
Many of your classic Thanksgiving dishes can become vegan using these simple ingredient swaps.


A Step-by-Step Guide to Carving the Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey
LifeHacker / 8h
Roasting the turkey is the hard part, but you're not out of the woods until it's on a plate.


The Best Turkey Dry Brine Recipe Is a Simple Ratio
46LifeHacker / 8h
Dry brining your turkey leads to crisp skin and flavorful meat. Use this ratio to make Thanksgiving easier.


Throw Away Your Turkey’s Worthless Pop-up Thermometer
51LifeHacker / 8h
A thermometer is imperative, but the little plastic “turkey timer” that comes stuck in your bird should be tossed directly into the trash.


How to Deep Fry a Turkey (but I Wish You Wouldn’t)
LifeHacker / 8h
The safest way to deep fry your bird is inside, in an electric fryer. But it begs the question, "Why are we doing this?"


Anyone Can Make This Simple Roast Turkey
LifeHacker / 8h
Or, how to do practically nothing and still come out as the hero of the holiday.


A Complete Timeline for Getting Thanksgiving Dinner Prepared, Served, and Cleaned Up
LifeHacker / 8h
To start with, you can use this printable timeline to keep you on track among all the Thanksgiving Day distractions.


Welcome to ‘The Right Stuffing,’ Your Complete Guide to Preparing Thanksgiving Dinner
LifeHacker / 8h
Whether you're shaking up the classics after 20 years or learning on the fly, Thanksgiving can be a seamless success.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, November 15, 2023
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #157.


You Can Control These Smart Holiday Lights With Your Voice
LifeHacker / 8h
You can turn your house into a voice responsive light display for under $100.


You Can Stop Your Threads From Showing Up on Instagram and Facebook
LifeHacker / 8h
Maybe you don't want your aunt on Facebook to see your Threads posts. Here's how to keep that from happening.


The Biggest Differences Between the Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy S23
LifeHacker / 8h
Despite losing the newer processor and CPU, the Galaxy S23 FE stands up to the raw power of the Galaxy S23 when compared side-by-side.


You Can Make Beef Wellington, I Swear
LifeHacker / 8h
I promise you, you can hack your way to a legit Beef Wellington for the holidays.


Snag a Roomba for up to 50% Off at Amazon
LifeHacker / 8h
These early Black Friday deals bring are bringing the prices of Roombas way, way down.



The Leonid Meteor Shower Is Coming This Weekend
28LifeHacker / 8h
The annual cosmic fireworks show reaches its absolute peak on Friday night/Saturday morning.


Here's How to Fix a Pixel Phone Stuck in a Bootloop
LifeHacker / 8h
An Android 14 bug is causing some Pixel phones to get stuck in a bootloop and lose access to media storage. In order to get out of the bootloop, you need to install the patch manually.


These Are the Best Video Game Console Bundle Deals for Black Friday
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are the best PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo console bundles available for Black Friday.


Welcome to the New Lifehacker
58LifeHacker / 8h
I'm glad you're here. Let me show you around.


When You Should (and Shouldn't) Consolidate Your Debt
LifeHacker / 8h
Debt consolidation may simplify your payments, but there are risks to consider.


You Can Get This 4K Smart Samsung Gaming Monitor for 50% Off
LifeHacker / 8h
Get a 43-inch 4K gaming monitor for $500 at Best Buy while supplies last.


You Can Now Save TikTok Songs to Spotify and Apple Music
LifeHacker / 8h
TikTok now lets you save songs you find on the app to your favorite music streaming services, like Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music.


Best Buy Has the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 at Its Lowest Price Ever
LifeHacker / 8h
Get the latest Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with the keyboard as a bundle for over $500 off.


Outlet Grocery Stores Can Save You a Ton of Money
LifeHacker / 8h
Outlet grocery stores—aka salvage groceries or food liquidators—buy up food that’s almost expired, dented, or otherwise imperfect and sell it to you at a large discount.


38 of the Best New Movies You Can Stream Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
From recent theatrical releases to straight-to-streaming debuts, find something fresh to watch.


My Essentials for the Best Night's Sleep Ever
LifeHacker / 8h
If you're serious about your rest, you need to invest in it.


Venmo May Have Just Killed Splitwise
LifeHacker / 8h
Venmo's new "Venmo Groups" feature works just as Splitwise does—which means you can split payments all in one app now.


The Best Educational Streaming Services for Kids and Adults Alike
LifeHacker / 8h
Catch a documentary, learn filmmaking from Martin Scorcese, explore black holes, and much more.


Give Your Sweet Potato Casserole the Loaded Baked Potato Treatment
21LifeHacker / 8h
Why stop at marshmallows when your sweet potato casserole can be loaded with sweet, savory, and umami flavors?


Ten of the Best Offbeat Advent and Holiday Gift Calendars
LifeHacker / 8h
Your friends and family aren't average—so get them Advent calendars that reflect their unique style.


The Biggest Differences Between the Steam Deck OLED and Steam Deck LCD
LifeHacker / 8h
The Steam Deck OLED offers more than just a bigger, better display when compared to the Steam Deck LCD.


How to Protect Your Parents From Elder Fraud and Scams
LifeHacker / 8h
There are way too many people making way too much money by preying on older people.


The Best Alternatives to a Gas-Powered Leaf Blower
LifeHacker / 8h
If you're ready to make the switch from gas to electric, here are some of the best lawn tools to check out.


Use the '2357' Method to Remember What You Study
LifeHacker / 8h
This trick can help transfer information to your longterm memory.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, November 14, 2023
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #156.



How to Determine the Best Age to Buy an Annuity
LifeHacker / 8h
Compared to other retirement savings, with annuities it may pay to wait.


When to Buy the Steam Deck OLED, and When to Buy the Switch OLED
LifeHacker / 8h
Here's how the two best handheld gaming consoles match up against each other.


This Is the Best Nintendo Switch OLED Black Friday Deal so Far
LifeHacker / 8h
Get the Nintendo Switch OLED from Dell—plus a $75 gift card—with this early Black Friday deal.


There's a Faster Way to Type Anything on an iPhone
95LifeHacker / 8h
Holding down the 123 key instead of tapping it saves you time typing alternative characters on iPhone.


These Are The U.S. Cities With the Highest and Lowest Cost of Living
21LifeHacker / 8h
Find out where you might feel less squeezed by your daily expenses.


These Dietary Supplements Might Actually Help With Migraines
28LifeHacker / 8h
Some migraine sufferers tout the benefits of supplements for easing their symptoms, but which ones actually work?


The Easiest Ways to Hide Away Mirrored Closet Doors
LifeHacker / 8h
If they scream "tacky" to you, here's how to hide them without risking a security deposit or spending a fortune.


The 10 Best Audiobook Services
20LifeHacker / 8h
You've heard of Audible, but there are other options out there for your listening pleasure.


The Future Is Here With the Roomba Combo J9+ Robot Vacuum and Mop
LifeHacker / 8h
It (probably) won't rise up against its human masters, but the Roomba J9+ will clean your floors with zero effort on your part.


How to Screen Record on Your iPhone
83LifeHacker / 8h
It's the best way to record gameplay footage—or walk someone through a device issue.


Tinfoil in the Dishwasher Doesn't Actually Shine Your Flatware
LifeHacker / 8h
TikTok says you should put tinfoil in your dishwasher. You don't have to.


Why All the Gen Z Kids Love ‘Soft Saving’ (and How to Do It)
LifeHacker / 8h
You don't have to be Gen Z to push back against hustle culture.


Add These Three Worldly Relishes to Your Thanksgiving Dinner Table
LifeHacker / 8h
Imagine how different a bite of turkey and potatoes could taste with a bright, acidy chutney.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Monday, November 13, 2023
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #155.


What to Do If Your Home Inspector Missed a Major Problem
LifeHacker / 8h
They're not going to catch everything, but what if they miss something big?


These Are the Best Travel ‘Dupes’ for 2024
LifeHacker / 8h
Avoid overpriced, crowded destinations and consider these instead.


How to Prevent Condensation on Your Windows (and Why You Should)
LifeHacker / 8h
It's not only annoying: It can end up causing some damage.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, November 12, 2023
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #154.


How to Save Time and Money When Updating Your Bathroom, According to Contractors
LifeHacker / 8h
Expert tips for staying on schedule and on budget when revamping your bathroom.


How to Avoid Single Supplement Fees When Traveling Solo
35LifeHacker / 8h
You shouldn't be penalized for choosing your own adventures.



How to Locate and Clean Your Dishwasher's Filter
36LifeHacker / 8h
As it turns out, there are different types of filters.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, November 11, 2023
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #153.


Use This Tool to Get the Best Deal on Rewards Travel
23LifeHacker / 8h
Roame.travel searches for deals across airline loyalty and credit card rewards programs.


Get the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 for Its Lowest Price Yet
LifeHacker / 8h
Get premium Dolby Atmos audio with Alexa built in to upgrade your listening experience for $600.


The Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Is at Its Lowest Price Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
This laptop Is $200 cheaper than its previous lowest price.


Use 'Elaborative Interrogation' to Challenge Yourself While Studying
23LifeHacker / 8h
You need to fully understand your material if you want to retain it.


How to Blind Bake a Pie Crust (Because You Probably Should)
LifeHacker / 8h
You deserve better than a soggy pie crust—follow these steps to crispy crust success.


You Can Get a Digi Pen for $40 Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
The Apple Pencil alternative is on sale for over 50% off.


Everything Valve Upgraded on the New Steam Deck OLED
LifeHacker / 8h
Here all of the major changes made to the new version of the Steam Deck handheld.


The Price of Olive Oil Is Too Damn High
LifeHacker / 8h
Olive oil prices have doubled in the last few months—here's when it's OK to substitute butter or a cheaper oil.


Check to See If Your Tax Bracket Is Changing for 2024
LifeHacker / 8h
New IRS rules (thanks, inflation) may lower your taxes next year.


You Can Already Record Apple Vision Pro Videos on Your iPhone
LifeHacker / 8h
Future proof your content with three-dimensional effects, just in case you ever have $3,500 for Apple's VR headset.


The Easiest Way to Hide iPhone Notifications While Screen Recording
100+LifeHacker / 8h
Automatically keep alerts—and private messages—out of your screen recording.


The JBL Bar 2.0 'All-in-One' Soundbar Is Now Over $100 Off
LifeHacker / 8h
This JBL soundbar is great for those looking to improve their sound without a subwoofer.


Five Types of Checks You Should Never Cash
33LifeHacker / 8h
When you get one of these unexpected check in the mail, think twice before cashing it.


Use a Ziploc Bag to Separate the Fat From Your Turkey Drippings
LifeHacker / 8h
If you don't have a fat separator, this trick will do in a pitch.


40 Hygge Movies to Get You Through the Long Dark Winter
26LifeHacker / 8h
Get a mug of cocoa, curl up, and watch some cozy (if sometimes less-than-comforting) fare.


I Drank Ketchup Packets on My Run, for Science
31LifeHacker / 8h
Undaunted by math or common sense, I willingly fell for Heinz's latest publicity stunt.


Everything You Can Do With Your Apple Watch Without an iPhone
24LifeHacker / 8h
Your wearable doesn't suddenly turn into a brick without your iPhone present.


This Gamma Heated Jacket With a Power Bank Is on Sale for $200 Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
It has three different heat levels and is over 50% off.



This TikTok Relationship Hack Is Actually Based in Research
LifeHacker / 8h
Asking your partner about a woodpecker isn't just for the birds.


The Easiest Ways to Take Better Vacation Pictures
37LifeHacker / 8h
These tips are not for "serious" photographers; they're for the rest of us.


The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: Uncanny Valley Makeup
24LifeHacker / 8h
Generations Z and Alpha do weird things, but they seem to mean well.


Use 'Dual Coding' to Study Twice As Effectively
45LifeHacker / 8h
This proven studying technique involves using two methods at once.


This 6th-Gen iPad Is $150 Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
It has a 9.7-inch Retina display, 32GB of storage, and up to 10 hours of battery life.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Friday, November 10, 2023
LifeHacker / 8h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #152.


You Can Get TurboTax for 21% Off Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
Plan your 2023 tax filing now, and save some money while you're at it.


xFyro Noise-Cancelling Earbuds Are On Sale For $30 Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
These noise-cancelling wireless earbuds are 50% off.


Woot Has Refurbished Blink and Ring Security Cameras for up to 71% Off
85LifeHacker / 8h
Woot is selling these security cameras and other Amazon devices for up to 71% off.


How to Combine Multiple PDFs for Free
38LifeHacker / 8h
Learn how to combine PDFs into one main file on both Windows and Mac devices.


The Galaxy S23 FE Tries, but Ultimately Fails, to Stand Out Among the Crowd
LifeHacker / 8h
Samsung's midrange "Fan Edition" doesn't stand out from other midrange competitors like it used to.


You Can Get an Xbox Series X for Its Cheapest Price Ever (Plus a $75 Gift Card)
LifeHacker / 8h
Dell's Early Black Friday deal on the flagship Xbox is a game changer.


Meredith's Training Diaries: My Marathon Post-Mortem
LifeHacker / 8h
If you do a handstand for your fans at mile 18, you are going to projectile vomit. Tale as old as time.


How TikTok's 'Filter for Good' is raising money for Palestine
37Mashable / 8h
Scrolling endlessly, you stop on one of many TikTok videos. A finger traces across the phone screen, moving a small triangular watermelon slice along a snaking gray line. The person controlling the fruit is meticulously collecting seeds, and when the watermelon envelopes the last cluster of black dots, the screen erupts into large bubbled watermelon slices floating around their head. Throughout t


We Regret to Inform You That Bitcoin Is Spiking
Futurism / 8h
Bitcoin Boomlet Crypto bros rejoice. Bitcoin has increased in value to nearly $38,000 as of Wednesday, its highest valuation in a year — though, for those keeping score, nowhere near its halcyon days of November 2021 when it crested over $65,000 — and one that notches startling gains of more than 38 percent over the past month. The recent price increase is likely due to some combination of soften


Tesla's Expensive "CyberBeer" Is Apparently Completely Disgusting
Futurism / 8h
CyberPunk'd Last month, Elon Musk's electric car company Tesla announced it was selling a "CyberBeer" and accompanying "CyberStein" for an eye-watering $150 — all in the service, of course, of the long-delayed launch of its divisive Cybertruck. Notice the sloppy capitalization? If the "B" in CyberBeer is capitalized, why isn't the "T" upper case in Cybertruck? In other words, it's exactly the kin


Jumia reports GMV growth in physical goods across five countries and lowest losses since IPO
TechCrunch / 9h
In Q3 2023, Jumia reported its adjusted EBITDA loss at $15 million, marking the lowest since its IPO in 2019 (outperforming the $27 million recorded in Q1 and $19.3 million in Q2) and a substantial decrease of $32 million compared to Q3 2022. This represents a 67% year-over-year decline and a 70% reduction on a […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Use points and miles to book airline tickets, hotels and travel experiences for friends and family
28The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. The holidays are a time to spend with loved ones and, for many people, a season of giving. Points and miles can play a key role by making family travel cheaper and more attainable, whether for yourself or as a gift for someone else. As you might expect, some travel companies make it much easier than others to book tr



Nearterm 10X Aerogel Fission Fragment Rocket Will Lead to Interstellar Capability
Next Big Future / 9h
A nuclear fission fragment rocket engine (FFRE) that is exponentially more propellent efficient than rocket engines currently used to power today’s space vehicles and could eventually achieve very high specific impulse (>100,000 sec) at high power density (>kW/kg). A new NASA NIAC (NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts) project is creating a buildable near term design for ... Read more


Current and Future Tesla Revenue Streams
Next Big Future / 9h
Cern Basher lists all of Tesla’s current and future revenue streams. Nextbigfuture has been describing the distributed computing revenue stream and how the FSD revenue stream will grow with increased adoption. Nextbigfuture was early on describing how the Tesla megapack and megacharging for Semi trucks will grow more quickly than most expect. 🔍 A Closer ... Read more


How to Watch the Second Test Flight of SpaceX's Starship Megarocket
Gizmodo / 9h
With an FAA launch license in hand , SpaceX is set for the second test flight of a fully integrated Starship rocket. Success or failure, it’s guaranteed to be a visual spectacle. Here’s how you’ll be able to take in the action. Read more...


Pedro Pascal Could Be Marvel's Mr. Fantastic
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Marvel Studios might have found its next leading man in a very familiar face: Pedro Pascal has reportedly joined Fantastic Four as Reed Richards. Read more...


Delta’s Sky Club Crackdown: The Salami Strategy to Offset Soaring Membership Costs
View from the Wing / 9h
Delta Airlines has increased the price of its Sky Club memberships and limited lounge access for American Express cardholders, leading to creative cost-offsetting tactics by members, including one who calculates breaking even by taking salami slices from the lounge. This behavior, reminiscent of past incidents where lounge amenities were exploited, raises questions about the impact of such strate


Windows 11 Is Removing Another System App
How-To Geek / 9h
Microsoft has been doing some deep cleaning in Windows over the past few months. The company has deprecated or removed several applications that came with Windows 11, because they're not used by most people or they're being replaced for something else. Two notable casualties include WordPad and the Tips app, and now the company is deprecating yet another Windows 11 app.


Researchers use magnetic fields for non-invasive blood glucose monitoring
20Engadget / 9h
Synex Medical , a Toronto-based biotech research firm backed by Sam Altman (the CEO of OpenAI ), has developed a tool that can measure your blood glucose levels without a finger prick. It uses a combination of low-field magnets and low-frequency radio waves to directly measure blood sugar levels non-invasively when a user inserts a finger into the device. The tool uses magnetic resonance spectros


You Can Use Your Wood Stove to Heat Multiple Room
LifeHacker / 9h
Use your wood-burning stove to keep your whole house cozy with these simple steps.Use your wood-burning stove to keep your whole house cozy with these simple steps.


You Can Remove That Watermark From Reddit Images
LifeHacker / 9h
Reddit images don't need to look so ugly.Reddit images don't need to look so ugly.


Holy chips! Microsoft’s new AI silicon will power its chatty assistants
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / A photo of the Microsoft Azure Maia 100 chip that has been altered with splashes of color by the author to look as if AI itself were bursting forth from its silicon substrate. (credit: Microsoft | Benj Edwards) On Wednesday at the Microsoft Ignite conference, Microsoft announced two custom chips designed for accelerating in-house AI workloads through its Azure cloud computing service: M


At trial, accused Pelosi attacker says Gamergate led him to far-right conspiracies
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) David DePape—the man accused of violently attacking former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband in the couple's California home last year—said at his trial this week that online searches for video game strategies ended up serving as his inadvertent introduction to a rabbit hole of far-right personalities and conspiratorial thought. KQED reports that


Judge tosses social platforms’ Section 230 blanket defense in child safety case
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge (credit: ljubaphoto | E+ ) This week, some of the biggest tech companies found out that Section 230 immunity doesn't shield them from some of the biggest complaints alleging that social media platform designs are defective and harming children and teen users. On Tuesday, US district judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled that discovery can proceed in a lawsuit documenting individual cases inv


ISS Astronauts Are Testing a New Surface Coating to Fight Space Germs
Gizmodo / 9h
For astronauts living aboard the International Space Station (ISS), space germs are bad news. The confined environment, plus a weakened immunity system, and more aggressive bacteria, means that catching a cold in space is way worse than on Earth. In order to help stop the spread of viruses in space, Boeing developed… Read more...


The '123' Method Can Help You Recall What You've Studied
LifeHacker / 9h
The '123' method's genius is in its simplicity.The '123' method's genius is in its simplicity.


The M1 MacBook Air Is Back to Its Lowest Price Ever Right Now
75LifeHacker / 9h
It might be three years old, but the M1 MacBook Air is still a fantastic laptop—especially at this price.It might be three years old, but the M1 MacBook Air is still a fantastic laptop—especially at this price.


How to Make the Perfect Thanksgiving Pie
LifeHacker / 9h
Soggy crusts, and soupy fruit fillings ruin pies. For Thanksgiving, we can do better.Soggy crusts, and soupy fruit fillings ruin pies. For Thanksgiving, we can do better.


It’s Official: These Are the Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes
LifeHacker / 9h
Stretch out your (turkey) wings and try one of these not quite traditional Thanksgiving sides.Stretch out your (turkey) wings and try one of these not quite traditional Thanksgiving sides.


For the Best Stuffing, Focus on the Stock
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Stock is the only ingredient that permeates the entire dish.Stock is the only ingredient that permeates the entire dish.


This Easy Cranberry Sauce Recipe Is Ripe for Riffing
LifeHacker / 9h
Dry spices, aromatics, and extracts allow you to turn a simple cranberry sauce into something spectacular.Dry spices, aromatics, and extracts allow you to turn a simple cranberry sauce into something spectacular.


These Thanksgiving Dishes Are Sure to Satisfy Your Vegan Guests
200+LifeHacker / 9h
Most vegans are willing to bring along dishes that fit their diet—but adjusting your menu a bit is always appreciated.Most vegans are willing to bring along dishes that fit their diet—but adjusting your menu a bit is always appreciated.



How to Make a Damn Good Gravy
LifeHacker / 9h
Lumpless Thanksgiving gravy is an unsung hero of the table, and should be—it's only forgettable if it's perfect.Lumpless Thanksgiving gravy is an unsung hero of the table, and should be—it's only forgettable if it's perfect.


Simple Ways to ‘Vegan-ize’ Your Classic Thanksgiving Recipes
95LifeHacker / 9h
Many of your classic Thanksgiving dishes can become vegan using these simple ingredient swaps.Many of your classic Thanksgiving dishes can become vegan using these simple ingredient swaps.


A Step-by-Step Guide to Carving the Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey
LifeHacker / 9h
Roasting the turkey is the hard part, but you're not out of the woods until it's on a plate.Roasting the turkey is the hard part, but you're not out of the woods until it's on a plate.


The Best Turkey Dry Brine Recipe Is a Simple Ratio
46LifeHacker / 9h
Dry brining your turkey leads to crisp skin and flavorful meat. Use this ratio to make Thanksgiving easier.Dry brining your turkey leads to crisp skin and flavorful meat. Use this ratio to make Thanksgiving easier.


Throw Away Your Turkey’s Worthless Pop-up Thermometer
51LifeHacker / 9h
A thermometer is imperative, but the little plastic “turkey timer” that comes stuck in your bird should be tossed directly into the trash.A thermometer is imperative, but the little plastic “turkey timer” that comes stuck in your bird should be tossed directly into the trash.


How to Deep Fry a Turkey (but I Wish You Wouldn’t)
LifeHacker / 9h
The safest way to deep fry your bird is inside, in an electric fryer. But it begs the question, "Why are we doing this?"The safest way to deep fry your bird is inside, in an electric fryer. But it begs the question, "Why are we doing this?"


Anyone Can Make This Simple Roast Turkey
LifeHacker / 9h
Or, how to do practically nothing and still come out as the hero of the holiday.Or, how to do practically nothing and still come out as the hero of the holiday.


A Complete Timeline for Getting Thanksgiving Dinner Prepared, Served, and Cleaned Up
LifeHacker / 9h
To start with, you can use this printable timeline to keep you on track among all the Thanksgiving Day distractions.To start with, you can use this printable timeline to keep you on track among all the Thanksgiving Day distractions.


Welcome to ‘The Right Stuffing,’ Your Complete Guide to Preparing Thanksgiving Dinner
LifeHacker / 9h
Whether you're shaking up the classics after 20 years or learning on the fly, Thanksgiving can be a seamless success.Whether you're shaking up the classics after 20 years or learning on the fly, Thanksgiving can be a seamless success.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, November 15, 2023
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #157.Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #157.


You Can Control These Smart Holiday Lights With Your Voice
LifeHacker / 9h
You can turn your house into a voice responsive light display for under $100.You can turn your house into a voice responsive light display for under $100.


You Can Stop Your Threads From Showing Up on Instagram and Facebook
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Maybe you don't want your aunt on Facebook to see your Threads posts. Here's how to keep that from happening.Maybe you don't want your aunt on Facebook to see your Threads posts. Here's how to keep that from happening.


The Biggest Differences Between the Galaxy S23 FE and Galaxy S23
LifeHacker / 9h
Despite losing the newer processor and CPU, the Galaxy S23 FE stands up to the raw power of the Galaxy S23 when compared side-by-side.Despite losing the newer processor and CPU, the Galaxy S23 FE stands up to the raw power of the Galaxy S23 when compared side-by-side.


You Can Make Beef Wellington, I Swear
LifeHacker / 9h
I promise you, you can hack your way to a legit Beef Wellington for the holidays.I promise you, you can hack your way to a legit Beef Wellington for the holidays.


Snag a Roomba for up to 50% Off at Amazon
LifeHacker / 9h
These early Black Friday deals bring are bringing the prices of Roombas way, way down.These early Black Friday deals bring are bringing the prices of Roombas way, way down.


The Leonid Meteor Shower Is Coming This Weekend
27LifeHacker / 9h
The annual cosmic fireworks show reaches its absolute peak on Friday night/Saturday morning.The annual cosmic fireworks show reaches its absolute peak on Friday night/Saturday morning.


Here's How to Fix a Pixel Phone Stuck in a Bootloop
LifeHacker / 9h
An Android 14 bug is causing some Pixel phones to get stuck in a bootloop and lose access to media storage. In order to get out of the bootloop, you need to install the patch manually.An Android 14 bug is causing some Pixel phones to get stuck in a bootloop and lose access to media storage. In order to get out of the bootloop, you need to install the patch manually.


These Are the Best Video Game Console Bundle Deals for Black Friday
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are the best PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo console bundles available for Black Friday.Here are the best PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo console bundles available for Black Friday.


Welcome to the New Lifehacker
59LifeHacker / 9h
I'm glad you're here. Let me show you around.I'm glad you're here. Let me show you around.


When You Should (and Shouldn't) Consolidate Your Debt
LifeHacker / 9h
Debt consolidation may simplify your payments, but there are risks to consider.Debt consolidation may simplify your payments, but there are risks to consider.



You Can Get This 4K Smart Samsung Gaming Monitor for 50% Off
LifeHacker / 9h
Get a 43-inch 4K gaming monitor for $500 at Best Buy while supplies last.Get a 43-inch 4K gaming monitor for $500 at Best Buy while supplies last.


You Can Now Save TikTok Songs to Spotify and Apple Music
LifeHacker / 9h
TikTok now lets you save songs you find on the app to your favorite music streaming services, like Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music.TikTok now lets you save songs you find on the app to your favorite music streaming services, like Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music.


Best Buy Has the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 at Its Lowest Price Ever
LifeHacker / 9h
Get the latest Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with the keyboard as a bundle for over $500 off.Get the latest Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with the keyboard as a bundle for over $500 off.


Outlet Grocery Stores Can Save You a Ton of Money
LifeHacker / 9h
Outlet grocery stores—aka salvage groceries or food liquidators—buy up food that’s almost expired, dented, or otherwise imperfect and sell it to you at a large discount.Outlet grocery stores—aka salvage groceries or food liquidators—buy up food that’s almost expired, dented, or otherwise imperfect and sell it to you at a large discount.


38 of the Best New Movies You Can Stream Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
From recent theatrical releases to straight-to-streaming debuts, find something fresh to watch.From recent theatrical releases to straight-to-streaming debuts, find something fresh to watch.


My Essentials for the Best Night's Sleep Ever
LifeHacker / 9h
If you're serious about your rest, you need to invest in it.If you're serious about your rest, you need to invest in it.


Venmo May Have Just Killed Splitwise
LifeHacker / 9h
Venmo's new "Venmo Groups" feature works just as Splitwise does—which means you can split payments all in one app now.Venmo's new "Venmo Groups" feature works just as Splitwise does—which means you can split payments all in one app now.


The Best Educational Streaming Services for Kids and Adults Alike
LifeHacker / 9h
Catch a documentary, learn filmmaking from Martin Scorcese, explore black holes, and much more.Catch a documentary, learn filmmaking from Martin Scorcese, explore black holes, and much more.


Give Your Sweet Potato Casserole the Loaded Baked Potato Treatment
22LifeHacker / 9h
Why stop at marshmallows when your sweet potato casserole can be loaded with sweet, savory, and umami flavors?Why stop at marshmallows when your sweet potato casserole can be loaded with sweet, savory, and umami flavors?


Ten of the Best Offbeat Advent and Holiday Gift Calendars
LifeHacker / 9h
Your friends and family aren't average—so get them Advent calendars that reflect their unique style.Your friends and family aren't average—so get them Advent calendars that reflect their unique style.


The Biggest Differences Between the Steam Deck OLED and Steam Deck LCD
LifeHacker / 9h
The Steam Deck OLED offers more than just a bigger, better display when compared to the Steam Deck LCD.The Steam Deck OLED offers more than just a bigger, better display when compared to the Steam Deck LCD.


How to Protect Your Parents From Elder Fraud and Scams
LifeHacker / 9h
There are way too many people making way too much money by preying on older people.There are way too many people making way too much money by preying on older people.


The Best Alternatives to a Gas-Powered Leaf Blower
LifeHacker / 9h
If you're ready to make the switch from gas to electric, here are some of the best lawn tools to check out.If you're ready to make the switch from gas to electric, here are some of the best lawn tools to check out.


Use the '2357' Method to Remember What You Study
LifeHacker / 9h
This trick can help transfer information to your longterm memory.This trick can help transfer information to your longterm memory.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Tuesday, November 14, 2023
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #156.Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #156.


How to Determine the Best Age to Buy an Annuity
LifeHacker / 9h
Compared to other retirement savings, with annuities it may pay to wait.Compared to other retirement savings, with annuities it may pay to wait.


When to Buy the Steam Deck OLED, and When to Buy the Switch OLED
LifeHacker / 9h
Here's how the two best handheld gaming consoles match up against each other.Here's how the two best handheld gaming consoles match up against each other.


This Is the Best Nintendo Switch OLED Black Friday Deal so Far
LifeHacker / 9h
Get the Nintendo Switch OLED from Dell—plus a $75 gift card—with this early Black Friday deal.Get the Nintendo Switch OLED from Dell—plus a $75 gift card—with this early Black Friday deal.


There's a Faster Way to Type Anything on an iPhone
89LifeHacker / 9h
Holding down the 123 key instead of tapping it saves you time typing alternative characters on iPhone.Holding down the 123 key instead of tapping it saves you time typing alternative characters on iPhone.


These Are The U.S. Cities With the Highest and Lowest Cost of Living
21LifeHacker / 9h
Find out where you might feel less squeezed by your daily expenses.Find out where you might feel less squeezed by your daily expenses.



These Dietary Supplements Might Actually Help With Migraines
28LifeHacker / 9h
Some migraine sufferers tout the benefits of supplements for easing their symptoms, but which ones actually work?Some migraine sufferers tout the benefits of supplements for easing their symptoms, but which ones actually work?


The Easiest Ways to Hide Away Mirrored Closet Doors
LifeHacker / 9h
If they scream "tacky" to you, here's how to hide them without risking a security deposit or spending a fortune.If they scream "tacky" to you, here's how to hide them without risking a security deposit or spending a fortune.


The 10 Best Audiobook Services
20LifeHacker / 9h
You've heard of Audible, but there are other options out there for your listening pleasure.You've heard of Audible, but there are other options out there for your listening pleasure.


The Future Is Here With the Roomba Combo J9+ Robot Vacuum and Mop
LifeHacker / 9h
It (probably) won't rise up against its human masters, but the Roomba J9+ will clean your floors with zero effort on your part.It (probably) won't rise up against its human masters, but the Roomba J9+ will clean your floors with zero effort on your part.


How to Screen Record on Your iPhone
75LifeHacker / 9h
It's the best way to record gameplay footage—or walk someone through a device issue.It's the best way to record gameplay footage—or walk someone through a device issue.


Tinfoil in the Dishwasher Doesn't Actually Shine Your Flatware
LifeHacker / 9h
TikTok says you should put tinfoil in your dishwasher. You don't have to.TikTok says you should put tinfoil in your dishwasher. You don't have to.


Why All the Gen Z Kids Love ‘Soft Saving’ (and How to Do It)
LifeHacker / 9h
You don't have to be Gen Z to push back against hustle culture.You don't have to be Gen Z to push back against hustle culture.


Add These Three Worldly Relishes to Your Thanksgiving Dinner Table
LifeHacker / 9h
Imagine how different a bite of turkey and potatoes could taste with a bright, acidy chutney.Imagine how different a bite of turkey and potatoes could taste with a bright, acidy chutney.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Monday, November 13, 2023
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #155.Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #155.


What to Do If Your Home Inspector Missed a Major Problem
LifeHacker / 9h
They're not going to catch everything, but what if they miss something big?They're not going to catch everything, but what if they miss something big?


These Are the Best Travel ‘Dupes’ for 2024
LifeHacker / 9h
Avoid overpriced, crowded destinations and consider these instead.Avoid overpriced, crowded destinations and consider these instead.


How to Prevent Condensation on Your Windows (and Why You Should)
LifeHacker / 9h
It's not only annoying: It can end up causing some damage.It's not only annoying: It can end up causing some damage.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, November 12, 2023
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #154.Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #154.


How to Save Time and Money When Updating Your Bathroom, According to Contractors
LifeHacker / 9h
Expert tips for staying on schedule and on budget when revamping your bathroom.Expert tips for staying on schedule and on budget when revamping your bathroom.


How to Avoid Single Supplement Fees When Traveling Solo
35LifeHacker / 9h
You shouldn't be penalized for choosing your own adventures.You shouldn't be penalized for choosing your own adventures.


How to Locate and Clean Your Dishwasher's Filter
36LifeHacker / 9h
As it turns out, there are different types of filters.As it turns out, there are different types of filters.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, November 11, 2023
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #153.Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #153.


Use This Tool to Get the Best Deal on Rewards Travel
23LifeHacker / 9h
Roame.travel searches for deals across airline loyalty and credit card rewards programs.Roame.travel searches for deals across airline loyalty and credit card rewards programs.


Get the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 for Its Lowest Price Yet
LifeHacker / 9h
Get premium Dolby Atmos audio with Alexa built in to upgrade your listening experience for $600.Get premium Dolby Atmos audio with Alexa built in to upgrade your listening experience for $600.


The Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Is at Its Lowest Price Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
This laptop Is $200 cheaper than its previous lowest price.This laptop Is $200 cheaper than its previous lowest price.



Use 'Elaborative Interrogation' to Challenge Yourself While Studying
23LifeHacker / 9h
You need to fully understand your material if you want to retain it.You need to fully understand your material if you want to retain it.


How to Blind Bake a Pie Crust (Because You Probably Should)
LifeHacker / 9h
You deserve better than a soggy pie crust—follow these steps to crispy crust success.You deserve better than a soggy pie crust—follow these steps to crispy crust success.


You Can Get a Digi Pen for $40 Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
The Apple Pencil alternative is on sale for over 50% off.The Apple Pencil alternative is on sale for over 50% off.


Everything Valve Upgraded on the New Steam Deck OLED
LifeHacker / 9h
Here all of the major changes made to the new version of the Steam Deck handheld.Here all of the major changes made to the new version of the Steam Deck handheld.


The Price of Olive Oil Is Too Damn High
LifeHacker / 9h
Olive oil prices have doubled in the last few months—here's when it's OK to substitute butter or a cheaper oil.Olive oil prices have doubled in the last few months—here's when it's OK to substitute butter or a cheaper oil.


Check to See If Your Tax Bracket Is Changing for 2024
LifeHacker / 9h
New IRS rules (thanks, inflation) may lower your taxes next year.New IRS rules (thanks, inflation) may lower your taxes next year.


You Can Already Record Apple Vision Pro Videos on Your iPhone
LifeHacker / 9h
Future proof your content with three-dimensional effects, just in case you ever have $3,500 for Apple's VR headset.Future proof your content with three-dimensional effects, just in case you ever have $3,500 for Apple's VR headset.


The Easiest Way to Hide iPhone Notifications While Screen Recording
100+LifeHacker / 9h
Automatically keep alerts—and private messages—out of your screen recording.Automatically keep alerts—and private messages—out of your screen recording.


The JBL Bar 2.0 'All-in-One' Soundbar Is Now Over $100 Off
LifeHacker / 9h
This JBL soundbar is great for those looking to improve their sound without a subwoofer.This JBL soundbar is great for those looking to improve their sound without a subwoofer.


Five Types of Checks You Should Never Cash
33LifeHacker / 9h
When you get one of these unexpected check in the mail, think twice before cashing it.When you get one of these unexpected check in the mail, think twice before cashing it.


Use a Ziploc Bag to Separate the Fat From Your Turkey Drippings
LifeHacker / 9h
If you don't have a fat separator, this trick will do in a pitch.If you don't have a fat separator, this trick will do in a pitch.


40 Hygge Movies to Get You Through the Long Dark Winter
26LifeHacker / 9h
Get a mug of cocoa, curl up, and watch some cozy (if sometimes less-than-comforting) fare.Get a mug of cocoa, curl up, and watch some cozy (if sometimes less-than-comforting) fare.


I Drank Ketchup Packets on My Run, for Science
31LifeHacker / 9h
Undaunted by math or common sense, I willingly fell for Heinz's latest publicity stunt.Undaunted by math or common sense, I willingly fell for Heinz's latest publicity stunt.


Everything You Can Do With Your Apple Watch Without an iPhone
24LifeHacker / 9h
Your wearable doesn't suddenly turn into a brick without your iPhone present.Your wearable doesn't suddenly turn into a brick without your iPhone present.


This Gamma Heated Jacket With a Power Bank Is on Sale for $200 Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
It has three different heat levels and is over 50% off.It has three different heat levels and is over 50% off.


This TikTok Relationship Hack Is Actually Based in Research
LifeHacker / 9h
Asking your partner about a woodpecker isn't just for the birds.Asking your partner about a woodpecker isn't just for the birds.


The Easiest Ways to Take Better Vacation Pictures
37LifeHacker / 9h
These tips are not for "serious" photographers; they're for the rest of us.These tips are not for "serious" photographers; they're for the rest of us.


The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: Uncanny Valley Makeup
24LifeHacker / 9h
Generations Z and Alpha do weird things, but they seem to mean well.Generations Z and Alpha do weird things, but they seem to mean well.


Use 'Dual Coding' to Study Twice As Effectively
45LifeHacker / 9h
This proven studying technique involves using two methods at once.This proven studying technique involves using two methods at once.


This 6th-Gen iPad Is $150 Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
It has a 9.7-inch Retina display, 32GB of storage, and up to 10 hours of battery life.It has a 9.7-inch Retina display, 32GB of storage, and up to 10 hours of battery life.



The Easiest Way to Clean Your Washing Machine
200+LifeHacker / 9h
A little vinegar and baking soda go a long way here.A little vinegar and baking soda go a long way here.


Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Friday, November 10, 2023
LifeHacker / 9h
Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #152.Here are some hints to help you win NYT Connections #152.


You Can Get TurboTax for 21% Off Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
Plan your 2023 tax filing now, and save some money while you're at it.Plan your 2023 tax filing now, and save some money while you're at it.


xFyro Noise-Cancelling Earbuds Are On Sale For $30 Right Now
LifeHacker / 9h
These noise-cancelling wireless earbuds are 50% off.These noise-cancelling wireless earbuds are 50% off.


Woot Has Refurbished Blink and Ring Security Cameras for up to 71% Off
85LifeHacker / 9h
Woot is selling these security cameras and other Amazon devices for up to 71% off.Woot is selling these security cameras and other Amazon devices for up to 71% off.


How to Combine Multiple PDFs for Free
38LifeHacker / 9h
Learn how to combine PDFs into one main file on both Windows and Mac devices.Learn how to combine PDFs into one main file on both Windows and Mac devices.


The Galaxy S23 FE Tries, but Ultimately Fails, to Stand Out Among the Crowd
LifeHacker / 9h
Samsung's midrange "Fan Edition" doesn't stand out from other midrange competitors like it used to.Samsung's midrange "Fan Edition" doesn't stand out from other midrange competitors like it used to.


You Can Get an Xbox Series X for Its Cheapest Price Ever (Plus a $75 Gift Card)
LifeHacker / 9h
Dell's Early Black Friday deal on the flagship Xbox is a game changer.Dell's Early Black Friday deal on the flagship Xbox is a game changer.


Meredith's Training Diaries: My Marathon Post-Mortem
LifeHacker / 9h
If you do a handstand for your fans at mile 18, you are going to projectile vomit. Tale as old as time.If you do a handstand for your fans at mile 18, you are going to projectile vomit. Tale as old as time.


How to Dry Out a Water-Damaged Carpet You Can’t Replace
LifeHacker / 9h
If you can't replace it, you may be able to save it.If you can't replace it, you may be able to save it.


You Can Now Hide Your IP Address During WhatsApp Calls
38LifeHacker / 9h
No one needs to know your device's IP address when making WhatsApp calls.No one needs to know your device's IP address when making WhatsApp calls.


Your Thanksgiving Dinner Needs These No-Knead Dinner Rolls
100+LifeHacker / 9h
No kneading makes for softer, squishier rolls, and it saves time. It's a Thanksgiving miracle.No kneading makes for softer, squishier rolls, and it saves time. It's a Thanksgiving miracle.


This Kodak Film Scanner Is $170 Today
LifeHacker / 9h
You can save 24% on the Kodak Slide N Scan through November 9.You can save 24% on the Kodak Slide N Scan through November 9.


SpaceX Granted FAA Permission for Second Starship Test Flight
59Gizmodo / 9h
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has finalized its environmental assessment of SpaceX’s new water deluge system, concluding that it’s no more dangerous than a seasonal rain shower. With that assessment out of the way, and with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) also satisfied with its own evaluation, the… Read more...


Microsoft Copilot Is Bing Chat, Without the Bing
How-To Geek / 9h
Bing Chat was released earlier this year as a ChatGPT-powered AI chatbot with access to the internet. It's available in Microsoft Edge, the Bing website , Skype , and a few other places. Now, Microsoft is rolling out a slightly different version in the web browser: Microsoft Copilot.


Amazon is officially killing the Comixology app, forcing users over to Kindle
31Engadget / 9h
Amazon has begun notifying Comixology users that they’ll no longer be able to read comics on the app come December 4. Comixology is merging with the Kindle app, and users’ libraries will soon only be accessible via the latter. The move caps off the ruination of Comixology that began nearly two years ago, when Amazon started chipping away at the platform’s native features and general usability in


Meta calls for parental control laws for under-16s
26BBC News - Technology / 10h
The firm wants app stores, like Apple's and Google's, to get parental consent when under-16s download apps.


Trump's Social Network Is Failing Miserably
50Futurism / 10h
While former president Donald Trump's efforts to get reelected next year are well underway, his social media business Truth Social is running into yuge trouble. As the Washington Post reports , the platform is burning through tens of millions of dollars and shedding users, leaving its future anything but certain. Accountants at Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the former president's startup


Southwest Airlines hikes prices on inflight adult beverages
The Points Guy / 10h
Southwest Airlines is raising prices on its boozy beverages. The Dallas-based carrier said inflight alcoholic beverages would see a “modest” price increase starting Wednesday. Southwest said it decided to increase the prices of alcoholic beverages after conducting a review related to its fares. The last time Southwest increased alcohol prices was in 2018. Want more airline-specific news? Sign up


Apple Gives iPhone 14 Users an Extra Year of Emergency SOS Via Satellite
24Gizmodo / 10h
Good news, iPhone users. A year after introducing the feature to its walled garden, Apple has extended free access to Emergency SOS via satellite to the iPhone 14/14 Pro for another year. Now you get three years of Emergency SOS via satellite services instead of two. Read more...



Go for launch: SpaceX receives regulatory green light for second Starship flight
43TechCrunch / 10h
Regulators have given SpaceX the green light to launch its super massive Starship rocket for a second time, just a few days shy of seven months after the first orbital flight test that ended in a spectacular mid-air explosion. SpaceX — which has been on standby for this final launch approval — will attempt the […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Begun, the AI Chip Wars Have
Gizmodo / 10h
Microsoft will now make its own chips to power Azure, Copilot , and ChatGPT , CEO Satya Nadella announced at the Microsoft Ignite conference Wednesday. The Maia 100 can be used to train AI models and will start rolling out into Azure data centers early next year, reducing the company’s reliance on Nvidia GPUs . Read more...


You don’t need to wait until Thanksgiving for these early Black Friday cruise offers
21The Points Guy / 10h
Waiting until after Thanksgiving for Black Friday promotions is so 2019. For the past three years, cruise lines have released their pre-holiday deals early and 2023 is following the trend, with several cruise brands having released their offers as early as the beginning of November. Early deal releases began in an effort to drum up business during the industrywide pandemic shutdown in 2020. Due t


A universal algorithm to find information. Applies to books ina library and practically everything…
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
readerupdated : A universal algorithm to find information. Applies to books ina library and practically everything else ℹ️ One of the classic Peabody Visual Aids posters #libraries #books #knowledge #education #tech https://bit.ly/47kpM8b


Greenland’s glaciers are melting twice as fast this century, new study shows
Mashable / 10h
We have known for a while that Greenland's ice sheet is melting worryingly fast . But a new study from Northwestern University and the University of Copenhagen has found that Greenland’s thousands of peripheral glaciers have entered a new and widespread state of rapid retreat . In their research, the team used satellite images and rarely seen historic aerial photographs of Greenland's coastline,


Beloved Hollywood Genius David Zaslav Admits Writers Were Right 49 Days After Strike Ends
Gizmodo / 10h
The current Warner Bros. Discovery regime is making headlines with its take-backsies on the James Gunn -produced Looney Tunes feature Coyote vs. Acme , which was briefly shelved before thankfully getting shopped around instead . As the WB strips away its legacy in its 100th year, head honcho David Zaslav is out… Read more...


Verizon Is Giving You Unlimited Storage for Photos and Files
How-To Geek / 10h
Remember the days when Google Photos had unlimited storage? You could upload all of your photos and videos, whenever you wanted, at any time, and it wouldn't count against your Google Drive storage. That was sadly removed, but that doesn't mean that you're completely out of options as far as unlimited storage goes. If you're a Verizon subscriber, Verizon Cloud is bringing this back for you.


Google Photos has new AI-powered features to clean up your library
21Engadget / 10h
A set of features rolling out to Google Photos today will make it much easier to declutter your photo library, the company announced in a blog post . Google Photos will now automatically identify similar photos that you took in rapid succession – helpful for those times when you clicked 50 shots of that gorgeous sunset to get the one perfect frame you will never look at again – and group them in


Meta Officially Accepts Blood Money to Promote the Big Lie
76Gizmodo / 10h
Meta made a quiet policy update last year allowing advertisers on Facebook and Instagram to say the 2020 election was rigged. The company has made one thing clear: you can’t use their ad systems to question the legitimacy of the American election system — unless you have a credit card, in which case they’re happy to… Read more...


Google's New Titan Security Key Adds Passkey Support
How-To Geek / 10h
In its continued push for a passwordless future, Google is launching a new Titan Security Key with passkey functionality. The 2023 Titan Security Key is available in USB-A and USB-C configurations, which are priced at $30 and $35, respectively.


ChatGPT Is So Slammed That It’s Closing Down to New Users
Futurism / 10h
Slam Dunk OpenAI's CEO has announced that ChatGPT's paid service is pausing new signups because it's just that slammed. "We are pausing new ChatGPT Plus sign-ups for a bit," Sam Altman tweeted , adding a sad little ":(" at the end of the sentence. The OpenAI cofounder went on to say that even more people had been using the service since the firm's bombastic DevDay conference earlier in November,


Qi2 wireless charging spec is here, offering speed boosts and magnets
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / Anker's latest MagGo portable charger, already Qi2 equipped, will soon be able to charge iPhones, Androids, and other devices at 15 W. (credit: Anker) Qi2 is either a big step forward or a "Wait, that's it?" moment, depending on what kind of wireless charging you're used to using. If you've only ever used standard Qi chargers with devices that don't have their own schemes, the Wireless


Bing Chat is now “Microsoft Copilot” in potentially confusing rebranding move
38Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / The Microsoft Copilot logo. (credit: Microsoft) On Wednesday, Microsoft announced that Bing Chat—its famously once-unhinged AI chatbot—has been officially renamed "Microsoft Copilot." The company also announced it will support OpenAI's recently released GPTs , which are custom roles for its ChatGPT AI assistant. The rebranding move consolidates Bing Chat into Microsoft's somewhat confus


Martian’s tool automatically switches between LLMs to reduce costs
67TechCrunch / 10h
Shriyash Upadhyay and Etan Ginsberg, AI researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, are of the opinion that many large AI companies are sacrificing basic research in pursuit of developing competitive, powerful AI models. The duo blame market dynamics: when companies raise substantial funds, the majority usually goes toward efforts to stay ahead of rivals rather […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rig


Why Venture X from Capital One is your ideal companion for wedding season
24The Points Guy / 11h
Even though this year’s wedding season is coming to an end, you’re probably already saving the date (or dates?) for next year’s round of nuptial celebrations. From bachelor and bachelorette parties to wedding showers, destination weddings to gift registries, there’s no better time than the present to start planning for those future expenses. And perhaps no card is better positioned for this endea


7 hotel suites with great views of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
69The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is part of many families’ Turkey Day traditions. But why watch it on TV when you can see it in person? If you want to visit in person, you could opt to watch the parade at street level and stand out in the cold for hours fighting selfie-stick-wielding tourists ju


Save $50 on a Meta Quest 2, plus more Black Friday Meta Quest deals
Mashable / 11h
UPDATE: Nov. 15, 2023, 1:00 p.m. EST This article has been has been updated with the latest Black Friday deals for Meta Quest headsets and accessories. Best Meta Quest deals for Black Friday 2023: Best headset deal Meta Quest 2 (128 GB) + Carrying Case Bundle $304.94 at Amazon (save $55.03) Best accessory deal BOBOVR M2 Pro Battery Pack Head Strap for Meta Quest 2 $49.99 at Amazon (save $20) VR h


Encrypted Email Service Tuta Denies It's a 'Honeypot' for Five Eyes Intelligence
Gizmodo / 11h
There are only a handful of trusted end-to-end encrypted email providers. Of those, Tuta (which has long been known as “Tutanota” but recently rebranded ) is one of the more well-known. This week, the company found itself on the defensive after being labeled a “front” for law enforcement and intelligence services. In… Read more...


Ramp taps AI as fintech hunts for growth
TechCrunch / 11h
Ramp and Brex have been vocal about how they believe AI will transform the way they operate and serve their customers. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


8 Reasons To Get The Hilton Surpass Card
1KOne Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Hilton American Express Surpass Card Hotel credit cards are often underrated, given the huge welcome bonuses and valuable perks that they can offer. The Hilton Surpass Card is Hilton’s popular mid-range personal credit card, which recently underwent a refresh . While you can read a full review of the Hilton Surpass Card here , in this post I wanted to share eight reasons y



More Tesla Profits From Distributed Computing Than Full Self Driving in 2025
Next Big Future / 11h
Elon Musk said that the entire fleet of Tesla’s that are on the road can be combined into the largest AI inference supercomputer. Most Tesla EVs have hardware 3 with 144 Trillion operations per second of compute. Tesla will end 2023 with 5.5 million Tesla’s on the road. There will be about 8 million Tesla’s ... Read more


MoviePass Enters the Future, Announces a Virtual Card
Gizmodo / 11h
The evolution of MoviePass continues , with today’s announcement that the subscription movie theater service ( which has quite the tumultuous past ) will now offer a virtual card—hopefully making online ticket purchases easier, including at theaters offering increasingly popular premium formats like IMAX. Read more...


Destin Daniel Cretton Departs Marvel's Avengers: The Kang Dynasty
23Gizmodo / 11h
With so many things in flux at Marvel Studios , there’s news that Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director Destin Daniel Cretton has departed the director’s chair of Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. A move that leaves us speculating about the crossover film’s future, if anything . Read more...


9 million patients had data stolen after US medical transcription firm hacked
40TechCrunch / 11h
Close to nine million patients had highly sensitive personal and health information stolen during a cyberattack on a U.S. medical transcription service earlier this year, representing one of the worst medical-related data breaches in recent times. The medical transcription company, Perry Johnson & Associates, or PJ&A, is a Henderson, Nevada-based company that provides transcription services […] ©


Instagram adds new features, including custom AI stickers, photo filters, a clip hub and more
TechCrunch / 11h
Alongside a bevy of creator updates, Instagram is adding a new feature that will allow users to create custom stickers for their Reels and Stories using AI. Driven by Meta’s Segment Anything AI model, the stickers can be created by uploading your own photos or videos from your phone’s Camera Roll, or choosing from eligible […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


Outer Wilds is actually, finally coming to Switch in December
Engadget / 11h
It's been a long time coming, but the Switch version of Outer Wilds now has an official release date of December 7, developers Annapurna Interactive and Mobius Digital announced during the Nintendo Indie World Showcase on Tuesday. Pre-orders for the digital version are now open, with a physical edition expected in early 2024. Outer Wilds is already available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, PlaySt


Now Open: One&Only Aesthesis Athens, Greece
One Mile at a Time / 11h
In recent years, Greece has become one of the most popular summer tourist destinations. That’s for good reason, as the country has so much to offer in terms of natural beauty, historical sights, and amazing food. We’ve seen an incredible amount of new luxury hotel development in Greece recently, and the latest property has just opened. While this isn’t a points hotel, I think it’s still a notewor


All of the self-emptying robot vacuums already on sale ahead of Black Friday
Mashable / 11h
UPDATE: Nov. 15, 2023, 1:15 p.m. EST This post has been updated with all of the robot vacuums with included self-emptying docks on sale ahead of Black Friday, including models from iRobot, Shark, and Roborock. A quick look at the best early Black Friday self-emptying robot vacuum deals Best self-emptying robot vacuum deal iRobot Roomba j7+ $399.99 at Amazon (save $400) Best self-emptying robot va


Why Norrsken founder Niklas Adalberth is betting on Africa
TechCrunch / 11h
In 2016, Niklas Adalberth, co-founder of Klarna, exited the buy now, pay later giant to establish the Norrsken Foundation, a nonprofit organization grounded in the principles of effective altruism. While at Klarna, Adalberth immersed himself in the intricacies of credit ratings, offerings, and payments. However, these themes lost their appeal over time, prompting Adalberth to […] © 2023 TechCrunc


Cable lobby and Ted Cruz are disappointed as FCC bans digital discrimination
25Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Yuichiro Chino) The Federal Communications Commission today approved rules that prohibit discrimination in access to broadband services, rejecting fervent opposition from Internet service providers and Republicans. The broadband industry is likely to sue the FCC in an attempt to block the rules. The digital discrimination rules were approved in a 3-2 party-line vot


Space companies say ASAT tests threaten economic development
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Anti-satellite weapons from Mission Shakti are displayed during Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2020 in New Delhi, India. (credit: Ramesh Pathania/Mint via Getty Images) More than two dozen private space companies have signed on to a statement that supports an end to destructive anti-satellite testing in space. The statement comes two years after Russia shot down one of its older sat


Pandemonium as Horse Escapes on Boeing 747 Mid-Flight
100+Futurism / 11h
Who's Horse Is That? A Boeing 747 had to turn back and return to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport after a horse managed to escape from its stall inside the airliner. As CNN reports , the chartered cargo flight operated by Air Atlanta Icelandic was already flying at 31,000 feet and 30 minutes into its intercontinental journey to Belgium before the unusually large passenger managed


Why my favorite use of Hyatt points is a Category 1 airport hotel
The Points Guy / 11h
Hyatt points are my favorite hotel points to earn and redeem. Many other major hotel loyalty programs have done away with award charts in favor of dynamic pricing, and seeing nightly award rates of 100,000 points or more isn’t uncommon. However, World of Hyatt has kept its published chart, and redemptions across virtually the entire portfolio still offer great value. The program has also added do


Why your family may want to get Clear before your next flight
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. As you may have noticed at the airport, TSA PreCheck isn’t always the only way to skip the traditional security line. Another service that will expedite your airport security experience in 54 airports and counting is Clear . After deeming it unnecessary or duplicative to PreCheck for a period of time, my f


Are you eligible for the Capital One Venture X welcome bonus?
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card made waves in the premium travel rewards space upon its release. It offers incredible perks at a comparatively low $395 annual fee (see rates and fees ) — which may have you questioning whether it’s a better option than the higher-priced Chase Sapphire Reserve


Airport Survival Tactics: When to Bend the Rules At Security to Catch Your Flight (Here’s How)
View from the Wing / 12h
The blog post explores unconventional strategies for navigating long lines at airport security, particularly when facing the risk of missing a flight, suggesting that in dire circumstances, cutting lines or using guerilla tactics can be justified. It delves into the ethical and practical aspects of these actions, using personal experiences and examples to illustrate situations where bending the u


Lawmakers question Apple over cancellation of Jon Stewart's show
21Engadget / 12h
A group of lawmakers from a House of Representatives committee wants Apple, like many Jon Stewart enthusiasts, to explain why its streaming arm abruptly canceled the talk show The Problem With Jon Stewart. The current affairs TV series hosted by Jon Stewart briefly made its debut on Apple TV+ in 2021 but its time on air ended when the show received the ax for a third season, reportedly due to “di


We Finally Know the True Power of BOAT—the Brightest Known Gamma-Ray Burst
27Gizmodo / 12h
The gamma-ray burst, affectionately dubbed ‘BOAT’ (Brightest of All Time), has been found to emit gamma-rays with energies reaching up to 13 teraelectronvolts, as revealed by a collaboration of scientists who have studied these emissions. Read more...


Tesla faces new potential challenge in China: Xiaomi's first EV cars
39Mashable / 12h
Elon Musk's Tesla may easily sit atop the electric vehicle throne here in the U.S., but the company has faced much bigger challenges in China – namely more competition from China-based companies. Now, Musk's car company faces a new upcoming challenge. One of China's most popular smartphone manufacturers is preparing to enter the electric car market in the country. SEE ALSO: I tested the Xiaomi 13


The iPhone 15 series will work with the upcoming Qi2 wireless charging standard
26Engadget / 12h
When the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) unveiled its Qi2 charging standard earlier this year, we noted that it was built using Apple’s MagSafe technology. So it only makes sense that the iPhone 15 line will be among the first smartphones to adopt the new wireless charging method. It’s honestly quite rare to see Apple jumping on-board with a new technology so quickly, though the company has allow



Ask Sophie: How can I move to the US to join my co-founder?
TechCrunch / 12h
In this week's Ask Sophie column, we’ll dive into your best options for moving to the U.S. to join your co-founder and expand your business. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


A Quick Guide to the Spider-Heroes and Villains in Madame Web's Trailer
28Gizmodo / 12h
The first trailer for Sony’s Madame Web movie weaves a very peculiar tale out of an even more peculiar choice for the studio’s next Spider-Man spinoff film . But part of that peculiarity is in the host of Marvel Comics characters the film wants to bring to the big screen—and we’ve got a quick rundown on who’s who if… Read more...


I Cannot Take Amazon's New Robot for Business Seriously
Gizmodo / 12h
Amazon just released a questionable-looking robot for patrolling businesses. Taking a page out of Wall-E’s design, Amazon’s new Astro for Business looks almost comical. Read more...


AI-powered Elmo and Cookie Monster are shilling $25 video messages on Cameo
Engadget / 12h
Cameo has added a pair of timeless superstars to its stable of celebrities (a term used loosely in some cases) available for personalized video greetings . Cookie Monster and Elmo , who may or may not have fallen on hard times, will shamelessly plug their services on the six-year-old platform, offering to count to your kid’s age or rattle off words that start with the same letter as your child’s


Ads watchdog files FTC complaint against X, formerly Twitter, over unlabeled ads
20TechCrunch / 12h
X, formerly Twitter, was caught running unlabeled ads on its platform in September. Now that issue, which has been ongoing, has been brought to the FTC’s attention. An independent nonprofit Check My Ads has filed a formal complaint with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission urging an investigation over the advertising practices at X, including the […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For perso


Amazon Begins Replacing Its Android-based Fire OS with New Software
How-To Geek / 12h
All of Amazon's hardware platforms, including the Fire Tablet, Fire TV, and Echo, run on the Android-based Fire OS. But this is set to change over the next few years. Amazon has debuted an all-new operating system, codenamed "Vega OS," on the latest Echo Show 5 smart display.


Microsoft Teams launches creepy AI webcam trick that cleans up your dirty room
100+Mashable / 12h
There's something a bit dystopian about an artificial intelligence tool that can tell my room is a mess, but it's too late for that now. During Microsoft's Ignite keynote on Wednesday, the tech giant announced a new "decorate your background" feature. The novel perk uses generative AI that takes your