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Turkish Airlines Will Fly To Melbourne, Australia!
9KOne Mile at a Time / 27min
Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline in the world. One major gap in Turkish Airlines’ network is Australia, as the airline doesn’t even fly to the continent. Fortunately that’s going to change in the coming months, and flights are now on sale. Why Turkish Airlines hasn’t flown to Australia Turkish Airlines has scaled its network to the point that it can seemingly make j
Green Day and Jimmy Fallon gave subway commuters a fun surprise
56Mashable / 2h
It's not every day you get to watch a Green Day gig on your way to work, but that was the recent experience for some lucky New York City subway commuters. In the Tonight Show clip above the band team up with Jimmy Fallon to commute in disguise. They manage to pull in a crowd even with their fake beards and sunglasses on, but when the disguises comes off the audience really grows.
Worried about what apps will actually come with the Vision Pro? Here's what Apple has planned
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Apple’s take on the virtual computing headset, the Vision Pro , will soon be in people's hands (and on their heads), but there's been some concern about what apps will actually be available to run natively - and thankfully, Apple has now given us an idea. In an official Newsroom post , Apple stated that the Vision Pro App Store will offer "spatial computing experiences unlike any other platform.”
OpenAI signs up its first higher education customer, Arizona State
TechCrunch / 4min
OpenAI has its first higher education customer: Arizona State University (ASU). Today, ASU announced that it’s collaborating with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT, OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, to the university’s researchers, staff and faculty. Starting in February, ASU will run an open challenge to invite faculty and staff to submit ideas for ways to use ChatGPT — […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserv
Engadget Podcast: Samsung's Galaxy S24 and another look at the Apple Vision Pro
Engadget / 4min
The tech world isn’t taking any breaks after CES! This week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Senior Writer Sam Rutherford to discuss Samsung’s latest Galaxy Unpacked event, where it debuted the Galaxy S24 smartphone line. They don’t look very different from last year, but they’re packing a load of AI smarts. Also, Cherlynn finally got to try out the Apple Vision Pro and tells us all about her
IBM Consulting is the latest to order an immediate return to office
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12min
IBM Consulting has become the latest big name to order a full return-to-office mandate for its workers, despite a widespread acceptance that hybrid working is here to stay. According to a report by The Register , IBM Consulting told its US-based executives and people managers that they must work from a corporate office at least three days per week. The mandate reportedly came into effect immediat
From our stacks: Illustration from American Beauties by Harrison Fisher. Decorations by E. Stetson…
Music, Arts & Literature / 16min
From our stacks: Illustration from American Beauties by Harrison Fisher. Decorations by E. Stetson Crawford. New York: Grosset & Dunlap, 1909.
'Boy Swallows Universe' review: The stuff TV adaptation dreams are made of
Mashable / 17min
Boasting magical realism, dark twists, brash '80s Australiana, suburban crime, and an unforgettable young protagonist, Trent Dalton's 2018 novel Boy Swallows Universe is an astonishing read. It's the kind of book that settles itself in your veins, a heartbreaking, shocking, and hilarious journey through young adolescence, unbridled imagination, and the brutality of adulthood. In an extraordinary
You can now pre-order the Apple Vision Pro
Mashable / 17min
Six months after its announcement at Apple WWDC 2023, Apple Vision Pro is available for pre-order in Apple Store . The price starts at $3,499 for the Vision Pro with 256GB. If you want 512GB, that'll cost you $3,699, while the 1TB variant costs $3,899. Additionally, Zeiss optical inserts for reading cost $99, or $149 for prescription inserts. That's right: The Apple Vision Pro can cost a total of
The Download: gene-edited pig liver transplants, and AI to fight apartheid
MIT Technology Review / 17min
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. A brain-dead man was attached to a gene-edited pig liver for three days Surgeon Abraham Shaked thinks he has probably carried out more than 2,500 liver transplants. But in December 2023, the team he oversees at the University of Pennsylvania did something he
FTC bans another data broker from selling consumers’ location data
TechCrunch / 19min
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has continued its crackdown on data brokers with a settlement banning data aggregation company InMarket from selling consumers’ precise location data. Texas-based InMarket, which debuted as CheckPoints at TechCrunch Disrupt 2010, provides a marketing platform that collects sensitive consumer data — including location data, purchasing history, and demographic info
Shopping for a New Monitor? Don't Worry About the Brand
How-To Geek / 22min
Shopping for a new monitor is both exciting and frustrating. While you're getting a new display for your eye candy, the overwhelming list of specifications you must check is daunting. Fortunately, the brand of the monitor isn't that important.
Own a Roku TV or streaming device? You're about to see a lot more ads on your home screen
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 26min
Roku has announced that more ads will be coming to the home screens of its devices and TVs in the near future, according to a statement made to the publication Adexchanger (as reported by FlatpanelsHD ) at CES. In the statement to Adexchanger, Roku’s VP of global ad sales and partnerships, Kristian Shepard, said that it will “immerse advertisers in more parts of the screen and home” via interacti
How to Opt Out of Comcast’s Xfinity Storing Your Sensitive Data
Wired / 28min
One of America’s largest internet providers may collect data about your political beliefs, race, and sexual orientation to serve personalized ads.
Apple offers to open up NFC payments to rival companies in EU antitrust case
Engadget / 28min
The long-running dispute between the European Commission and Apple over the use of its payment technology could soon come to an end. The Commission has officially announced Apple's plan to open up its Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology, used for tap-and-go payments, to third-party mobile wallet providers. Rumors of Apple's proposal first surfaced in December 2023. The Commission opened an
Apple Vision Pro pre-orders are now open
Engadget / 28min
Apple's much-anticipated mixed reality headset, the Vision Pro , is now available for pre-order in the US through the company's website and all its stores across the country. Interested buyers may want to take note that they have to scan their face with an iPhone or iPad using Face ID when they pre-order to make sure they're getting a precise band fit. The company designed the Vision Pro with a m
Sins of the Flesh adds longevity (and sex) to Cult of the Lamb
Engadget / 28min
Ask and you shall receive. On January 16, Massive Monster and Devolver Digital released Cult of the Lamb ’s much hyped “Sins of the Flesh” update for consoles and PC, bringing, among other things, a form of in-game sex to its cute-but-brutal world of anatomically incorrect animals and false prophets. It’s exactly what some fans have been asking for, and since its announcement, everyone, including
This HP Instant Photo Printer Really Improved My Room Decor
Gizmodo / 31min
On average, smartphone users take about 20 photos a day . While that number seems low, I know there have been plenty of times I’ve looked back at photos I’ve taken and thought, “That’d make a nice printout,” and never followed through because printing is a bit of a hassle. I spent a few weeks with the HP Sprocket 3x4… Read more...
Destiny 2 will soon allow players to change their character’s appearance free of charge
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 33min
They say good things come to those who wait, and after years of being stuck with the same appearance, Destiny 2 players will soon be able to change their Guardian’s look, thankfully without spending a penny. The news was revealed during the latest This Week In Destiny blog post , which was published yesterday (January 18). Although no specific release date for the feature was given, players can e
Hyatt’s $100 Toiletry Charge: The New Cost of Luxury? [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 35min
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 ...
Computer Hardware vs. Software: What's the Difference?
How-To Geek / 36min
If you've ever tuned in to a tech keynote or engaged in a conversation with a computer geek, the terms "software" or "hardware" probably came up. Despite their seemingly abstract names, these two terms become surprisingly straightforward once you know what they refer to.
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for January 19
Mashable / 38min
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
Apple offers EU set of pledges aimed at settling Apple Pay antitrust probe
TechCrunch / 48min
Apple has offered a set of commitments to competition regulators in the European Union aimed at resolving concerns focused on NFC payments and mobile wallet tech on iOS, its mobile operating system. The EU suspects Apple of unfairly favoring its own mobile payment tech, Apple Pay, and squeezing out the ability of rivals to develop […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Ara: History Untold will ‘let the player know they already lost’ because accidentally persevering with a losing game ‘sucks’
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 48min
Oxide Games’ upcoming turn-based grand strategy game Ara: History Untold now has a release window, and fans have been shown a behind-the-scenes look at its development. Revealed during the Xbox Developer_Direct, Ara: History Untold is set to release on PC via Steam and PC Game Pass in ‘fall 2024.’ Generally, fall releases for games point to a launch somewhere around September to November, but Oxi
Rocket Report: A new estimate of Starship costs; Japan launches spy satellite
Ars Technica - All content / 54min
Enlarge / An H-IIA rocket lifts off with the IGS Optical-8 spy satellite. (credit: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries) Welcome to Edition 6.27 of the Rocket Report! This week, we discuss an intriguing new report looking at Starship. Most fascinating, the report covers SpaceX's costs to build a Starship and how these costs will come down as the company ramps up its build and launch cadence. At the other
What happens when you think AI is lying about you?
23BBC News - Technology / 1h
BBC Tech Editor Zoe Kleinman tried to challenge the output of a chatbot - but all was not as it seemed.
Windows 11 hack keeps your PC alive (sort of) after a Blue Screen of Death crash
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
A Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) in Windows 11 is when the PC locks up entirely, with no possible recourse – except to reboot there and then – unless you’ve hacked the operating system, that is. Tom’s Hardware reports that NTDEV, the maker of Tiny11 ( a lightweight version of Windows 11 ) flagged up on X (formerly Twitter) that NSG650 has a project on GitHub which is a driver that modifies the norma
Security pros are being hospitalized by after-effects of ransomware hacks
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
New research from the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) has laid bare the mental and physical toll that cybersecurity workers face as a result of their work. In a number of interviews with individuals who had been at the forefront of ransomware attacks and their aftermath, RUSI found that individuals were suffering from stress related illnesses, alongside financial, reputational and social h
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club 20% Off Award Sale
300+One Mile at a Time / 1h
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club has just launched an excellent sale for reward flights. This could save you points for an award ticket booked in the coming days, for travel for all of 2024. Save on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club awards With a new sale from Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, members can save 20% off the number of points required for award tickets throughout Virgin Atlantic’s network. Virgin At
The Morning After: Is Call of Duty losing its grip on gamers?
Engadget / 1h
A Call of Duty game sells. That’s what it does. And it usually tops the sales charts, almost every year since 2009. However, last year was a bit different: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III landed in second place . To convey the gravitational pull of CoD, when Microsoft was fighting to buy Activision Blizzard – makers of the game series — the Xbox maker had to make concessions and ensure the games
Netflix's 'The Kitchen' review: A powerful, dystopian tale of community
Mashable / 1h
Dystopian visions of near-future cities can tell us a lot about who we are now while also warning us of what's to come. In Kibwe Tavares and Daniel Kaluuya's film The Kitchen , set in a not-so-distant London, the power of privatization threatens to crush the last standing independent neighbourhood. In this complex, compelling vision, community proves an immensely powerful force against such oppre
What Is a Smart Doorbell and Can It Protect Your Home?
How-To Geek / 1h
Security cameras can do more than protect the interior of your home. With a smart doorbell, you can always keep a watch on what’s happening at your front door to better secure your home. Let's take a closer look at the technology and explore what it can offer.
Inequality Is a Health Risk—and It’s Getting Worse
Wired / 1h
If not addressed by governments, racism, classism, austerity, and more will continue to drive mortality and illness among minorities.
To Keep Gen Z, Companies Need to Level Up
25Wired / 1h
The old playbook for power and control won’t work to retain Gen Z talent. Instead, employers need to take a cue from Roblox.
Tech spending forecast to boom in 2024 - and these are the areas set to see the most investment
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
New forecasts from Forrester have projected a healthy 5.3% growth in technology spend for 2024, a significant boost over the 3.5% measured in the previous year. As economic conditions show slow signs of improvement, two key factors are expected to fuel the growth moving forward – increased investments in software and IT services and the resurgence of economic activities specifically in the Asia-P
Your local Apple Store might close early thanks to the Vision Pro launch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
As the Apple Vision Pro launch looms on February 2, 2024, it appears Apple is changing its physical Store opening hours to accommodate the new headset’s arrival. The alteration currently only affects two days, and will only impact some stores, but if you’re planning to head to your local Apple Store in the next couple of weeks we’d suggest checking the official Apple website first to see if it’s
London Award Sale From 8,000 Points Each Way – Or Just 38,000 Points In Business Class
View from the Wing / 2h
Virgin Atlantic is offering 20% off awards booked by January 31 for travel through December 31, 2024. Continue reading ...
A mysterious new Philips Hue lamp just leaked, but is it actually coming soon?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Philips seems to have accidentally leaked an image of an unreleased Hue lamp on its own social media pages, before the post was quickly taken down. Does it suggest something is coming soon, or was it simply a mistake? The image in question showed a floor lamp with a ring-shaped light perched at the top of its tall stand. The light seemingly shines out in two different colors: a subtle colored rin
Nvidia RTX 4070 Ti Super could be almost equal to the RTX 4080 and a seriously good GPU... but with one potential catch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Nvidia’s RTX 4070 Ti Super is the next refreshed graphics card in the firm’s trio of revamped Super editions, releasing next week, and we’ve just caught sight of some leaked benchmarks. Benchleaks is the source of many benchmark leaks (you’d never guess) on X (formerly Twitter), and has unearthed OpenCL and Vulkan scores from Geekbench 6 (as Tom’s Hardware noticed). [GB6 GPU] Unknown GPUCPU: Inte
A new Windows 11 update means there will soon be no escape from Microsoft Teams meetings
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
A new Windows 11 update is looking to make it impossible to forget about that crucial Microsoft Teams meeting by shifting alerts into a much more prominent location. Microsoft has rolled out a new Windows 11 build that will bring Teams reminders into the recommended section of the Start menu. The move means alerts for video conferencing calls will be much more obvious, hopefully meaning you never
Jacob Elordi smelling a 'Jacob Elordi's Bathwater' candle is peak late night viewing
28Mashable / 2h
Anyone that hasn't seen Saltburn may wonder why Jacob Elordi is presented with a "Jacob Elordi's Bathwater"-scented candle in the Tonight Show clip above. But anyone that has seen the film — and its many WTF moments — will be all too aware. In the clip above, Elordi doesn't hesitate. After Fallon hands him the candle, he leans straight in to sniff — then even gives the rim a slurp for good measur
Donated bodies are powering gene-edited organ research
MIT Technology Review / 2h
This article first appeared in The Checkup, MIT Technology Review’s weekly biotech newsletter. To receive it in your inbox every Thursday, and read articles like this first, sign up here . Hooked up to a ventilation machine, a person can be dead in the eyes of the law, medical professionals, and loved ones, yet still alive enough to be useful for medical research. Such brain-dead people are often
Netgear Nighthawk MK93S Mesh Router System Review: A Tuned-Up 6E Wi-Fi Trio
How-To Geek / 2h
Do you have a large property you want to blanket with fast Wi-Fi? You might be able to square that circle with the Netgear Nighthawk MK93S Mesh Wifi 6E System . It's a set of three almost identical units, including a base router and two satellites, and the tri-band trio doesn't skimp on coverage.
How to watch Auger-Aliassime vs. Medvedev in the Australian Open online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Auger-Aliassime vs. Medvedev in the Australian Open for free on 9Now . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . We're slowly moving through the rounds of the Australian Open , and that means more clashes between top-ranked players. The third round has delivered some interesting battles , but the match between Felix Auger-Aliassime and Dan
Apple's patent rival claims the Apple Watch's blood oxygen feature is unreliable
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Apple is currently embroiled in a patent dispute with health tech company Masimo over the blood oxygen sensor in its latest Apple Watches – and now Masimo CEO Joe Kiani has gone on record to say that Apple's sensor is unreliable, and that consumers are "better off without it". The comments, made to Bloomberg TV (via 9to5Mac ), come in the wake of Apple disabling blood oxygen monitoring on the App
X introduces audio and video calls for Android users
Engadget / 2h
X (formerly Twitter) rolled out audio and video calling for iOS users back in October 2023. Now, the feature is coming to Android, with an engineer at X, @enriquebrgn , sharing the news in a post: "Audio and video calls on X slowly rolling out for Android users today! Update your app and call your mother." audio and video calls on X slowly rolling out for android users today! update your app and
HBO's 'Long Live Montero' trailer traces Lil Nas X's rise to stardom
25Mashable / 2h
HBO's line of music documentaries continues, with the latest featuring Grammy-winning artist Lil Nas X . Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero is centered around the singer's first-ever headlining concert tour, but also sees him speaking about his rise of stardom, his sexuality, and his upbringing. Produced by HBO Documentary Films, alongside along with Sony Music Entertainment and Columbia Records, the f
Episode 1 of Prime Video's devilish new R-rated animated show is free to watch right now
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Prime Video has made a name for itself as the pre-eminent home of adult animation, and starting today (January 19), the streaming giant has a new addition to its R-rated anime ranks. Step forward Hazbin Hotel , Prime Video 's devilish new animated series, which aims to delight and amuse in equal measure. Amazon's latest anime is no ordinary show, though; indeed, it's billed as an 18-plus musical-
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 is set to release in late May, but there won't be any physical copies
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
We've finally been given some more information concerning Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 after last night's Xbox Direct. Ninja Theory studio, the developers behind Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 , announced during last night's (January 18) Xbox Direct that the upcoming action-adventure game is “in the final months of development," according to Microsoft and Bethesda developer direct studio head Dom Matthew
Samsung's Galaxy S24 just put a nail in the Google Pixel coffin
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
It’s time to stop CPR on the Google Pixel lineup. I’m making the call. Time of death: 10am, January 17, 2024, when Samsung announced the Galaxy S24 . I’m sorry for your grief, Pixel fans, but there’s nothing more we can do. I see that the Pixel was an organ donor, so rest assured its passing will benefit others. Now, if you wouldn’t mind trading in your old device, there’s a line forming to pay r
'I.S.S.' review: A tense survival film onboard the International Space Station
Mashable / 3h
One of the first things Dr Kira Foster (Ariana DeBose) does when she boards the International Space Station (ISS) is put her mice in their new cage. As she's talking to the tiny mammals in a reassuring voice, trying to soothe them as they float and flail in microgravity, Kira has an awkward interaction with her Russian cosmonaut colleague Alexey Pulov ( Game of Thrones ' Pilou Asbæk ). He tells h
Galaxy AI won't be free for long. Here's when you'll start paying for it.
26Mashable / 3h
Galaxy AI was the star of the show when Samsung unveiled the new Galaxy S24 line at Unpacked. The South Korea-based giant showcased a slew of impressive AI-powered features, including Live Translate, Interpreter, Instant Slow-Mo, and more. But you didn't think all of those were free, did you? I mean, they're free for now , but eventually, you'll have to shell out some cash to maintain access to G
This touchscreen car display is now just $95.99
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of January 19, get this 6.8-inch Foldable Touchscreen Car Display with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Support for just $95.99 — you'll save 40%. New year, new car? If you don't have the funds to get a new set of wheels this year, there's still an easy and affordable way to give your car a significant upgrade. This 6.8" Foldable Touchscreen Car Display can make an old car feel like it just
Get this user-friendly 5GB eSIM for just $25
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of January 19, get the SimLemon Globetrotter data-only eSIM for just $25 — a 44% discount. It's pretty important to have an internet connection while traveling. Visiting places with unfamiliar streets and languages, like Italy, Spain, Poland, or others, means you'll need extra help navigating, translating, and searching for good places to eat, drink, and sightsee. This innovative SimLem
Pick up a 2017 MacBook Air for just $348.99
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of January 19, get this refurbished Apple MacBook Air 13.3" (2017) for only $348.99 — that's a 41% discount. While there are a lot of laptops on the market to choose from, it should go without saying that not all were created equally. If you are in the market for a new computer for work or home, a refurbished device from a top-of-the-line brand could be a good option . For instance, thi
Get a lifetime subscription to this data recovery software for just $46
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Through January 21, get a lifetime subscription to EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for only $45.97 — save 69%. Because we do everything online, so much of our lives are linked to data files. From all of our family vacations and celebrations to work and school projects, we are at the mercy of the digital world to keep our work and memories safe and accessible. However, nearly all of us have exp
Warzone developers apologize for major issues in the Season 1 Reloaded launch that did not meet the studio's 'high standard'
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Raven Software, the developers of the standalone Call of Duty battle royale Warzone , has apologized for the issues that many players have been experiencing after the arrival of the game’s most recent update. Titled Season 1 Reloaded , the update brings a whole host of new changes and perks to the popular free-to-play game. It also adds some new weapons, not to mention additional modes and quests
AWS unveils multi-billion dollar investment to expand Japan cloud computing capabilities
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Amazon Web Services ( AWS ) has revealed a huge $15 billion (2.26 trillion yen) investment that it plans to make in Japan between now and 2027 in a move that will bolster the country’s cloud computing infrastructure, which plays a crucial rollout in the progression of artificial intelligence. The investment will primarily focus on expanding AWS facilities in Tokyo and Osaka in order to meet growi
The iPhone 16’s rumored Capture button now sounds way more interesting
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The addition of a ‘Capture button’ is one of the more intriguing iPhone 16 rumors, but with earlier reports suggesting you’d simply tap it to record videos, it didn’t actually sound all that interesting, especially not compared to the customizable Action button that Apple put on the iPhone 15 Pro . Now though, we’ve heard more about the Capture button, and it sounds far more promising than before
Behaviour Interactive confirms staff layoffs after ‘adjusting the scope’ of several projects
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Behaviour Interactive, the Canadian game developer behind multiplayer survival horror Dead by Daylight , has confirmed that it’s laying off a number of its staff. In a statement sent to TechRadar Gaming (TRG), Behaviour Interactive said that the decision to cut staff comes after recent “changing market conditions necessitated adjusting the scope of several Behaviour projects.” It stated that it’s
Visions of Mana overview includes a better look at exploration and combat - and a huge dog
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Square Enix made a surprise appearance at the Xbox Developer_Direct 2024, showing off an entirely new look at the upcoming action role-playing game Visions of Mana . Before this overview, the only information and insight we had on the game was from its announcement trailer posted over a month ago. In the newest overview, several sections were highlighted, including a better look at some of the mo
Troy Baker is playing Indiana Jones in Bethesda's upcoming game and he sure sounds like Harrison Ford
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Indiana Jones and The Great Circle has really hit the nail on the head when it comes to the voice of its iconic relic-hunting protagonist. Troy Baker, known for his tear-jerking performance as Joel in The Last of Us , will be voicing Indiana Jones in the upcoming action-adventure game ( via EW ). Baker has appeared in a wide range of other titles, too, including Death Stranding , Persona 4, God o
Indiana Jones is 'not a superhero' in The Great Circle, says developer MachineGames
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Developer MachineGames has shone a light on its upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle game and its approach to the iconic character. In a post on the official Lucasfilm website , game director Jerk Gustafsson talked about the upcoming game which is slated to launch on Xbox Series X |S and PC later this year. In the post, Gustafsson makes it quite clear that Indy - much like in the movies -
Apple Takes a Humble Approach to Launching Its Newest Device
NYT > Technology / 3h
The Vision Pro augmented reality device goes on sale Friday. Don’t expect Apple to host a splashy event to promote it.
The A.I. Election, Bitcoin’s Wall Street Debut and TikTok’s Doodad Era
NYT > Technology / 3h
“Two truly terrible ways to make money this week.”
How satellite images and AI could help fight spatial apartheid in South Africa
MIT Technology Review / 3h
Raesetje Sefala grew up sharing a bedroom with her six siblings in a cramped township in the Limpopo province of South Africa. The township’s inhabitants, predominantly Black people, had inadequate access to schools, health care, parks, and hospitals. But just a few miles away in Limpopo, white families lived in big, attractive houses, with easy access to all these things. The physical division o
Google reveals new $1bn UK data center as AI demand soars
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Google has revealed plans to construct a brand new data center in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, UK, as part of its ongoing commitment to increase the compute power that underpins many of its products. The 33-acre site, which Google bought in October 2020, will be used to power digital services including Google Cloud, Search, Maps, and Google Workspace, which includes the company’s free office app
Apple employees can buy the Vision Pro at a discount, but don't get too excited
21Mashable / 4h
Apple's VR headset (or spatial computer, as the company calls it), the Vision Pro, is a very expensive piece of kit, starting at $3,499. But Apple employees can apparently get it cheaper, though perhaps not as cheap as they hoped for. According to Bloomberg , Apple sent out a memo to employees telling them they're eligible for a 25 percent discount on the Vision Pro. That would take the headset's
Apple admits the iPhone 12 and M2 MacBook Air have a concerning security flaw – but don’t panic
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Earlier this week, the TechRadar Pro team reported on a serious security flaw affecting millions of GPUs from Apple, AMD, and Qualcomm – and today, Apple has officially confirmed that some of its products are indeed affected. So far, Apple has stated that the iPhone 12 and M2 MacBook Air are affected, but it’s likely older Apple products still hold the vulnerability; the researchers at Trail of B
Apple's Vision Pro won't have access to YouTube and Spotify apps at launch
Engadget / 4h
When the earliest users of Apple's Vision Pro get their headsets in February, they'll find a few of the most popular entertainment apps missing from its system's app store. According to Bloomberg , Google's YouTube and Spotify don't have any plans to develop an application for visionOS, the device's platform, at the moment. A YouTube representative also told the publication that it's not going to
X is rolling out audio and video calls to Android
TechCrunch / 5h
Elon Musk’s own social network X is rolling out the ability to make audio and video calls directly from the app to its Android client. One of the X engineers working on the project posted about the feature release and said it will be available to Android users after an app update. audio and video […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Viral fashion company Selkie is being slammed for using AI art
Mashable / 6h
Viral clothing brand Selkie is under fire for using AI art in its new clothing collection. For a company that built its reputation on ethical manufacturing and imaginative design , turning to machine-generated art isn't a great look. This week Selkie revealed its 2024 Valentine's Day collection "Home Is Where the Heart Is," showing off a few of the new pieces in an Instagram post . Unfortunately,
‘There is no such thing as a real picture’: Samsung defends AI photo editing on Galaxy S24
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Like most technology conferences in recent months, Samsung’s latest Galaxy Unpacked event was dominated by conversations surrounding AI. From two-way call translation to gesture-based search, the Samsung Galaxy S24 launched with several AI-powered tricks up its sleeve – but one particular feature is already raising eyebrows. Set to debut on the Galaxy S24 and its siblings, Generative Edit will al
How to watch Shang vs Alcaraz in the Australian Open online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Live stream Shang vs Alcaraz in the Australian Open for free on 9Now . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Who is going to win the Australian Open ? A lot of people will be backing Novak Djokovic , and that prediction makes a lot of sense. But there's also a large group of fans who think Carlos Alcaraz has what it takes to go all the way. There'
How to watch Norrie vs. Ruud in the Australian Open online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Live stream Norrie vs. Ruud in the Australian Open for free on 9Now . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Cameron Norrie is looking good in this year's Australian Open , but Casper Ruud is going to be a seriously challenging matchup for the Brit. Norrie and Ruud have played each other three times before, with Ruud winning every match. But that c
Save 90% on 10TB of cloud backup
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TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to Degoo Premium (10TB) is on sale for £79.09, saving you 90% on list price. Since our lives are intertwined with technology, data protection is a paramount concern. If you don't have a backup for your data, photos, videos, and files, this could be a good opportunity to find something to suit your needs at a reduced price. Something like this Degoo Premium lifetime
Amazon tests a new AI assistant to answer your questions while you shop
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Amazon is reportedly testing a new AI assistant on its mobile app that can answer customer questions about specific products. This feature appears to have been initially discovered by e-commerce research firm Marketplace Pulse . According to the firm, the AI can be found under the “Looking for specific info?” section on product pages. The LLM (large language model) powering the feature relies on
Taiwan’s president-elect faces growing challenges with its chip industry
23TechCrunch / 8h
Lai Ching-te, who won Taiwan’s presidential election last Saturday, will be facing a crossroads in the country’s technology industry when he takes office in May. Lai’s administration will be the third term of Democratic Progressive Party rule in Taiwan, and he is widely expected to continue the work of his predecessor, Tsai Ing-wen, when it […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal
Axiom, SpaceX launch third all-private crew mission to space station
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / A Falcon 9 rocket lifts off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center to begin the Ax-3 commercial crew mission. (credit: Stephen Clark/Ars Technica) For the third time, an all-private crew is heading for the International Space Station. The four-man team lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket Thursday, kicking off a 36-hour pursuit of the orbiting
'Thelma' review: June Squibb lives her 'Mission: Impossible' fantasy
Mashable / 9h
Ever wonder what a Mission: Impossible movie would look like if it centered on a 93-year-old grandmother? If so, you're in luck! Thelma is here to answer that curious query for you. And the answer is: downright delightful. Following in the footsteps of action-comedies like the sports spoof Shaolin Soccer and the student heist flick Bad Genius , Thelma treats its low stakes with a tongue-in-cheek
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for January 19
Mashable / 10h
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 Jan. 19'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
The Rabbit R1 will offer up-to-date answers powered by Perplexity's AI
53Engadget / 10h
The Rabbit R1 launch at CES left many questions unanswered, but earlier today, the brand finally shed light on which LLM (large language model) will be powering the device's interaction with us mere mortals. The AI provider in question is none other than Perplexity, a San Francisco-based startup with ambitions to overtake Google in the AI space, which is no wonder that it has already received inv
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Friday, January 19, 2024
LifeHacker / 10h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for January 19, 2024, read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is medium difficulty; I got it in four. Beware, there are spoilers below for January 19, Wordle #944! Keep scrolling if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s Wordle game. How to play Wordle Wordle lives here on the New York Ti
Today's NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Friday, January 19, 2024
LifeHacker / 10h
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Friday, January 19, 2024, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll explain the meanings of the trickier words and we’ll learn how everything fits together. Beware, there are spoilers below for January 19, NYT Connections #222! Read on if you want some hints (and then
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for January 19
Mashable / 11h
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
General Catalyst eyes VC deal in India push
20TechCrunch / 11h
General Catalyst, one of the largest U.S. venture capital firms, is in talks to acquire an India-focused VC as part of efforts to expand its presence in the fast-growing South Asian startup market, three sources familiar with the matter told TechCrunch. The deal would allow General Catalyst to tap deeper into India’s vibrant technology scene […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For persona
Virgin Atlantic Flight Canceled After Passenger Spots Wing Problem
81One Mile at a Time / 11h
It’s not every day that a flight is canceled because a passenger spots a maintenance issue with the aircraft, but… that’s exactly what appears to have happened in the UK earlier this week? Thanks to @MGWScouseActor for flagging this. Passenger’s observation cancels Virgin Atlantic flight This incident happened on Monday, January 15, 2024, and involves Virgin Atlantic flight VS127, intended to ope
Astrobotic’s Peregrine Moon Lander Burns Up in Earth’s Atmosphere
200+NYT > Technology / 12h
The Astrobotic Peregrine spacecraft launched last week for a lunar landing, but a propulsion malfunction left it unable to complete its mission.
DeepMind AI rivals the world’s smartest high schoolers at geometry
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge / Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind Technologies and developer of AlphaGO, attends the AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park on November 2, 2023 in Bletchley, England. (credit: Toby Melville - WPA Pool/Getty Images ) A system developed by Google’s DeepMind has set a new record for AI performance on geometry problems. DeepMind’s AlphaGeometry managed to solve 25 of the 30 geometry problems draw
In a new lawsuit, Iowa accuses TikTok of lying about content available to kids
TechCrunch / 12h
The state of Iowa is suing TikTok, alleging that the social media company misleads parents about the kinds of content available to young users. The lawsuit from Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird accuses TikTok of hosting “sexual content, drugs, alcohol, intense profanity, self-harm messages, and other X-rated content,” making videos that aren’t age appropriate easily […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All ri
Are 8K TVs Worth It in 2024?
LifeHacker / 12h
Buying a television is an overwhelming experience: the sheer number of models combined with the various ways companies describe similar technologies ( OLED versus QLED , microLED versus miniLED) is enough to make your head spin. One of the most important decisions you'll likely make regarding a television is the image quality. Right now, that means choosing between 4K and 8K. So, is it worth it t
Meet the Disney Imagineer Behind the VR Breakthough That Is the 'HoloTile'
Gizmodo / 12h
The legacy of invention and technology that comes out of Disney Imagineering is some of the closest we’ll get to a sci-fi future. And two of Disney Parks ’ most recent incredible projects come from Lanny Smoot, a
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