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'The Acolyte's cancellation is a huge mistake for Star Wars
500+Mashable / 13h
For seven glorious weeks in June and July, I was excited about Star Wars again, and it was all thanks to The Acolyte . Created by Leslye Headland, the latest Star Wars series was a breath of fresh air for a franchise whose biggest live-action TV offerings had mostly devolved into stale Easter egg hunts . (Looking at you, The Mandalorian and Ahsoka . ) While The Acolyte certainly wasn't without it
Procreate defies AI trend, pledges “no generative AI” in its illustration app
500+Ars Technica - All content / 13h
Enlarge / Still of Procreate CEO James Cuda from a video posted to X. (credit: Procreate ) On Sunday, Procreate announced that it will not incorporate generative AI into its popular iPad illustration app . The decision comes in response to an ongoing backlash from some parts of the art community, which has raised concerns about the ethical implications and potential consequences of AI use in crea
UK government set to back working from home to boost productivity
49TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 21h
The UK government has said that a “culture of presenteeism” among workers has damaged productivity , with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer subsequently backing working from home to reverse this. ‘Presenteeism’ refers to the practice of businesses introducing a minimum number of days that an employee should be in the office per week or month, but there are questions on whether this tactic actually
The Pixel 9 Pro XL reminds me why I like Google's phones so much
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 14min
It’s difficult to break out of the Apple ecosystem. Sure, plenty of people find it a comfortable place to be, as Apple provides an exceptionally well crafted user experience and interface, but for folks wanting a little bit more out of a device – particularly for better compatibility with Windows devices and a greater range of apps – Android is there for you… If you can deal with Android. Thankfu
How organizations can tackle the cost barrier to AI adoption
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 22min
The promise of AI is intriguing, offering businesses the potential to unlock unprecedented efficiency, innovation and growth. Yet, for many, this potential remains frustratingly out of reach. The high cost of entry, driven by factors like unpredictable cloud pricing models and demanding compute requirements, is creating a significant barrier to adoption, particularly when it comes to powerful new
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, August 21, 2024
LifeHacker / 2h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for August 21, 2024 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is medium difficult; I got it in four. Beware, there are spoilers below for August 21, Wordle #1,159! 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 Time
AMD changes its mind, says it will patch more Ryzen chips against security flaw
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
AMD has had a change of heart when it comes to patching the Sinkclose vulnerability on Ryzen 3000 desktop chips. As per the latest update to its SMM Lock Bypass Security Bulletin, the famed silicon will receive an update after all - but other older chips, unfortunately, are still being given the cold shoulder. It was recently revealed most AMD chips built over the past 18 years are vulnerable to
Start your development career: Get Microsoft Visual and 15 online coding courses for £38
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 + The 2024 Premium Learn to Code Certification Bundle on sale for just £38.33 through Sept. 3. For aspiring software developers, the journey from learning to code to landing a job in the industry can seem daunting. However, with the right tools and resources, you can pave a path toward a successful career without stepping foot in a classroom .
How to watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Las Vegas Aces online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Minnesota Lynx and Las Vegas Aces are back on the court as the WNBA season continues. It'll be an exciting match, as the Minnesota Lynx will be fighting for a playoff spot after an improved performance in recent matches. If you want
How to watch the 2024 Rugby Championship online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream the 2024 Rugby Championship for free on NZR+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The impressive thing about the Rugby Championship is that there are no easy games . Every match is absolutely massive, which is great news for fans. The bad news is that it's a notoriously difficult competition to follow for free. You usually need to s
How to watch the UEFA Nations League online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream the UEFA Nations League for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There will be some people out there who desperately need a break from all the football. We've only just made it through Euro 2024 and the Olympics , so we get where they are coming from. But there is another group out there who think very differently. This band of dedicated football followers quite si
30 of the best AI and ChatGPT courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A wide range of AI and ChatGPT courses are available to take for free on Udemy. We know you're probably sick of hearing about AI at this point, but do you actually know how to harness the power of this technology? Don't fret if you're currently clueless, because a range of AI and ChatGPT courses are available to take for free on Udemy. We've checked out everything on offer and lined up a s
How to watch Young Boys vs. Galatasaray online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch Young Boys vs. Galatasaray in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is almost back, but before we get to the good stuff, some teams need to fight for a place in the famous competition by winning a playoff round. The pick of the playoffs might be the clash between Young Boys and Gala
How to watch Los Angeles Sparks vs. Washington Mystics online
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch Los Angeles Sparks vs. Washington Mystics in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The WNBA season continues and next on the court it's Los Angeles Sparks and Washington Mystics. It's set to be a great game, and not one basketball fans will want to miss If you want to watch Los Angeles Sparks vs. Washington My
How to watch Chicago Sky vs. Connecticut Sun online
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch Chicago Sky vs. Connecticut Sun in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The next WNBA fixture is around the corner and its Chicago Sky vs. Connecticut Sun on the court next. Both teams have been performing well this year, with the Connecticut Sun one of the top-scoring teams so far. However, competition will
How to watch Phoenix Mercury vs. Atlanta Dream online
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch Phoenix Mercury vs. Atlanta Dream in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2024 WNBA season is well underway and it's Phoenix Mercury vs. Atlanta Dream on the court next. If you want to watch Phoenix Mercury vs. Atlanta Dream in the WNBA from anywhere in the world, keep reading to find out all the informat
How to watch 2024 Paralympic Games online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The 2024 Paralympic Games are available to live stream on a wide range of platforms, including Channel 4 , Peacock , TVNZ , and more. This has been an absolutely massive year for sport, and we're not done yet. Following on from the T20 World Cup , Euro 2024 , Copa America , and Olympics , the Paralympic Games are here to deliver 549 events in 22 sports. We have truly been spoiled this summ
Survey shows AI is the last thing considered before a purchase, but that's poised for major change
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
If you believe many recent advertising campaigns, artificial intelligence is everywhere and taking over consumer products. But while more people than ever are aware of AI products like ChatGPT, that doesn’t mean they’ve tried any out or that it affects their purchasing choices. At least, that’s according to a recent survey from Future (TR's parent company) called Demystifying AI. The study, condu
YouTube TV scores a touchdown with custom multiview setups and a way to monitor fantasy rosters
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The next NFL season officially kicks off on September 5, 2024, and ahead of the start date, YouTube TV has revealed multiple new features catering primarily to the American Football audience. Subscribers to NFL Sunday Ticket will be given the ability to create their own multiview setup, meaning you won't be forced to choose a pre-made combination. YouTube states that users can pull together two,
RFJ Jr. Says He Constantly Gets Fooled by Fake AI Content
Futurism / 4h
Brain Worms Conspiracy theorist and avowed brain worm haver Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says that he gets fooled by fake AI content "all the time," as quoted by Mother Jones . We believe him! Per Mother Jones , Kennedy — who, yes, is still running as a third-party candidate in the 2024 race — made the statements last week during a Zoom-powered campaign event titled "The AI Revolution: Live Conversation
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 21
Mashable / 4h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections . SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for August 17 SEE ALSO: Wordle today
Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for August 21
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 August 21'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
Elon Musk Insists He Didn’t Give Cybertruck Mounted With Machine Gun to Notorious Warlord
Futurism / 5h
Deny Everything Elon Musk keeps denying that he gave a Chechen warlord a machine gun-equipped Cybertruck — even though the warlord in question was the one to originate the claim. As CNN notes , Ramzan Kadyrov, the head of the Russia-annexed Chechen Republic who acts as Vladimir Putin's footsoldier in the region, suggested in a Telegram post over the weekend that Musk had given him the makeshift C
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for August 21
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
ChatGPT firm OpenAI strikes deal with Vogue owner
79BBC News / 5h
The multi-year deal is the latest such agreement to be struck between OpenAI and a major media company.
SleekFlow snaps up $7M to tap the conversational AI opportunity across Asia
20TechCrunch / 6h
SleekFlow, a Singapore- and Hong Kong-headquartered social commerce platform that has built a conversational AI suite for customer engagement targeted to Asian markets, said Wednesday it had secured a further $7 million in funding. The money will be used to continue developing its AI, as well as penetrate deeper into Southeast Asia and the Middle […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pe
“Something has gone seriously wrong,” dual-boot systems warn after Microsoft update
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100+Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Last Tuesday, loads of Linux users—many running packages released as early as this year—started reporting their devices were failing to boot. Instead, they received a cryptic error message that included the phrase: “Something has gone seriously wrong.” The cause: an update Microsoft issued as part of its monthly patch release. It was intended to close a 2-year-old v
Tesla Fans Alarmed When Brand New Cybertrucks Arrive Filthy, Covered in Mud and Grime
200+Futurism / 6h
Cybermuck For months now, Tesla customers have been complaining about taking possession of grimy and muddy Cybertrucks. As the Wall Street Journal reports , the sorry state of the vehicle often comes as a big disappointment, particularly considering the Cybertruck's outsize price tag. "It wasn’t clean like a new car should be if you’re paying $100,000," owner Bill Walsh, who picked up his truck i
Circle to Search on Galaxy phones can now look up music – here's how to get it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
About a week ago, Google began testing an audio identification function for Circle to Search, giving users a way to look up unknown songs playing on their phone. It was initially assumed the update wouldn’t come out for some time – October at the latest – but, the tech giant seemingly decided the feature didn’t need any further testing and has begun rolling it out. A user on the OneUI subreddit e
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, August 21 (game #437)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.
Quordle today – hints and answers for Wednesday, August 21 (game #940)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now nearly 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S PO
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Wednesday, August 21 (game #171)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read
Use TikTok's 'Knolling' Technique to Make Your Organized Home Look Better
LifeHacker / 8h
If you spend a lot of time on CleanTok or looking at beautiful, well-organized homes on social media, you're bound to run across some trends, some of which make more sense than others. Knolling is like that: The term refers to a way of organizing what you've organized, which sounds like overkill, but it makes sense once you get into it. What is knolling? This word and idea comes from a sculptor n
Use Automations to Keep Alarms From Going Off When You Don’t Need Them
LifeHacker / 8h
I use the alarm feature in the iPhone's Clock app to remember when to feed my cat. I find that she bugs me less if she thinks the alarm, and not me, is in charge of the meal time (it sounds stupid but it works). When I'm out of the house, though, this alarm is mostly just a nuisance. That's why I set up my alarms to only trigger if I'm at home. This is useful for more than just cat people. Maybe
Genshin Impact is coming to Xbox this fall
Engadget / 8h
Genshin Impact is bringing its fantastical world to the Xbox this fall. During Gamescom 2024 , developer HoYoverse announced that the free-to-play open-world game will be available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming beginning on November 20. With that release, Xbox players will receive all the same updates, cross-play and cross-progression as Genshin has on other platforms. It can be wishli
There's a Problem With Rescuing the Stranded Astronauts: SpaceX and Boeing Spacesuits Aren't Compatible
67Futurism / 8h
NASA is still busy evaluating the risks involved in returning NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded on board the International Space Station since early June, to Earth. Their ride up, Boeing's Starliner, has been plagued with technical issues that have forced the space agency to come up with several contingency plans. While NASA and Boeing maintain that Starliner
The banks that loaned Musk $13B to buy Twitter might be having regrets
26TechCrunch / 8h
X, formerly known as Twitter, looks like a pretty bad investment right about now. As readers might recall, Elon Musk borrowed $13 billion from Morgan Stanley, Bank of America and five other major banks to help finance its $44 billion acquisition. According to the WSJ, the deal has since become the worst merger-finance deal for […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Gamescom 2024: Every game and series announced and shown at this year's event, so far
Mashable / 8h
Gamescom, one of the most anticipated gaming events of the year, has not disappointed so far. The festivities kicked off with the much-hyped Opening Night Live showcase, setting the stage for what's to come in the world of gaming. Last year, we got a taste of hits like Mortal Kombat 1 , Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty , and a fresh season of Diablo 4 . But this year? Oh, it’s even bigger. The 202
Hyatt to buy growing lifestyle hotel giant Standard International for as much as $335 million
32The Points Guy / 8h
The luxury and lifestyle hotel sector continues to be the bread and butter for Hyatt. On Tuesday, the Chicago-based hotel giant announced plans to acquire New York City-based Standard International and most of its affiliates for a base price of $150 million. Standard International’s acquired portfolio, which includes The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands, encompasses 21 open hotels. More than
Is your company AI washing? Rippling founder Parker Conrad thinks it might be.
22TechCrunch / 8h
Right now, there’s a mad scramble to capitalize on AI. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
An AWS Configuration Issue Could Expose Thousands of Web Apps
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30Wired / 8h
Amazon has updated its instructions for how customers should more securely implement AWS's traffic-routing service known as Application Load Balancer, but it's not clear everyone will get the memo.
Your Pixel Is Getting Some New Ringtones
LifeHacker / 9h
Most of us keep our phones on silent these days, but should we? I miss when getting a phone call was fun , and not a sign some spammer was looking to steal our information. If you're feeling particularly brave, there's a good reason to flip your Pixel off of silent: It's getting some new ringtones. As 9to5Google explains , Google is including these new ringtones, alert tones, and alarms with the
Disney cancels The Acolyte after one season
38Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / We have doubts that any amount of Force powers will bring the show back. (credit: YouTube/Disney+) In news that will delight some and disappoint others, Disney has canceled Star Wars series The Acolyte after just one season, Deadline Hollywood reports . The eight-episode series got off to a fairly strong start, with mostly positive reviews and solid ratings, albeit lower than prior Star
CEO of failing hospital chain got $250M amid patient deaths, layoffs, bankruptcy
37Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / Hospital staff and community members held a protest in front of Carney Hospital in Boston on August 5 as Steward has announced it will close the hospital. "Ralph" refers to Steward's CEO, Ralph de la Torre, who owns a yacht. (credit: Getty | Suzanne Kreiter ) As the more than 30 hospitals in the Steward Health Care System scrounged for cash to cover supplies, shuttered pediatric and neo
Civilization VII hands-on: This strategy sequel rethinks the long game
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / Firaxis has upped the ante on presentation for the cities. It's still a bit abstract and removed, but they have more vibrancy, detail, and movement than before. (credit: 2K Games) 2K Games provided a flight from Chicago to Baltimore and accommodation for two nights so that Ars could participate in the preview opportunity for Civilization VII. Ars does not accept paid editorial content.
Peter Molyneux is back with yet another new take on the “god game”
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Welcome back to Albion. [credit: 22cans ] If you're a gamer of a certain age, you probably have fond memories of Peter Molyneux as the mind behind ambitious games like Populous , Dungeon Keeper , and the Fable series. If you're of a slightly younger age, you probably remember him as the serial overpromiser behind Project Godus and a recent NFT game that somehow attracted $54 million in player pre
Move over, Apple: Meet the alternative app stores coming to the EU
TechCrunch / 9h
A list of some of the alternative app stores iPhone users in the EU can try today. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Bananas May Go Extinct From Deadly Disease, Scientists Warn
20Futurism / 9h
Banana Republic A deadly infection responsible for wiping out a commercial variety of bananas back in the 1950s and 1960s has once again reared its ugly head in recent years, threatening to make extinct the entire supply of the world's most popular fruit . To eradicate this banana disease, dubbed fusarium wilt, scientists have been sifting through its genetic makeup for the last decade and may ha
Prepare for world domination when Civilization VII arrives in February 2025
Engadget / 9h
Firaxis Games announced the release date and shared gameplay for Sid Meier's Civilization VII at Gamescom 2024. The strategy game will launch on February 11, 2025. It's been a long wait for fans since Civilization VI arrived back in 2016, and today's announcements at Gamescom mark a few departures for the storied empire-building series. For starters, the game will be released across platforms. It
Park Hyatt plans to open its fourth hotel in Japan — but don’t rush to book your trip
The Points Guy / 9h
A fourth Park Hyatt hotel is coming to Japan. However, you’ll have to wait a few years to check in. Park Hyatt Sapporo will debut in Hokkaido Prefecture in northern Japan in 2029. The ultraluxury hotel will complement Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, a luxury ski resort in Hokkaido, as well as Park Hyatt Tokyo and Park Hyatt Kyoto. Park Hyatt Sapporo will occupy the 27th through the 35th floors of a t
How long do Chase Ultimate Rewards points take to transfer to partner programs?
26The Points Guy / 9h
Chase Ultimate Rewards points make an excellent foundation for an award traveler’s portfolio. Like other transferable loyalty currencies , these points can be redeemed for highly valuable awards through airline and hotel transfer partners . As with any transferable points program, an essential aspect of using Chase Ultimate Rewards points is knowing how long it takes to transfer them to whichever
Microsoft Will Pay You to Use Bing: Here's How My Attempt to Cash-in Went
How-To Geek / 9h
Wouldn't it be great if you could be rewarded just for using the internet? Microsoft will reward you for using Bing, but are they paying enough to justify switching from your preferred browser? I've spent a lot of time using Microsoft Rewards, and this is my honest take on how worthwhile it is.
Save 50% on Paramount+ with This Hidden Deal
How-To Geek / 9h
All Paramount+ annual subscriptions are currently 50% off, meaning that you can score Paramount+ Essential for $30 or Paramount+ with SHOWTIME for $60. This offer ends September 6th, so be sure to sign up today.
London through the ages inspires Civilization VII
39BBC News / 9h
An eight-year wait for news on the next Civilization game is finally over.
My 6 Favorite Uses for Samsung Dex
How-To Geek / 9h
For years, Samsung has offered a full-blown desktop mode as a little-known feature in many of its phones and tablets. It's called Samsung DeX, and this has erased my need for a separate PC. Here are my favorite ways I've incorporated DeX into my life.
Bilt Rewards Loses Hawaiian Airlines As Transfer Partner, Keeps Alaska Airlines
View from the Wing / 10h
Hawaiian's own program isn't great overall, but offers pretty good award availability on its own flights and uniquely two levels of upgrade inventory so that being willing to spend extra miles means that more often than not it's possible to confirm an upgrade. Continue reading ...
How to Choose a Wok, Based on Your Cooking Style
LifeHacker / 10h
When you think of a wok, you might imagine a large, dark bowl engulfed in flames—and while that's not wrong by any means, it's far from a complete picture of this efficient cookware. Woks aren't used widely in Western cuisine, but they're highly versatile, with many styles and shapes to fit your cooking style. Here are some factors to consider as you set out to buy a wok of your own. Traditional
'Complete the Cycle' to Keep a Cleaner Home
LifeHacker / 10h
There are a lot of different cleaning and organizing methods out there. You have to try a few before you figure out what works best for you, but they all have some things in common. Typically, committing to a cleaning schedule and working in small bursts is recommended, but what if you tried something entirely different? But if sticking to a cleaning schedule doesn't work for you, try "completing
Google’s Nest Learning Thermostat is still the one to beat
24TechCrunch / 10h
The Nest Learning Thermostat remains a beautiful piece of industrial design, with some fresh twists that help it more seamlessly blend in. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
The Great Circle is Indiana Jones for a post-Uncharted world
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge / A time traveler with a flashlight would blow Indiana Jones' mind. At first glance, Wolfenstein: The New Order developer MachineGames might seem like an awkward fit for the first (non-Lego) Indiana Jones video game since the Wii era . While there's some overlap in the over-the-top Nazi villain department, the "shoot your way through every obstacle" nature of the new Wolfenstein games doe
"Alien: Romulus" Used AI to Bring Back Dead Actor
100+Futurism / 10h
Body Snatchers The "Alien" horror franchise is back with another blockbuster. And really, would it be a post-"Aliens" sequel without a little controversy sowing division among fans and critics? Technically, "Alien: Romulus," which hit US theaters last week, is an interquel: it takes place between the events of the first and second movies, following a different band of spacefarers who run into a d
Microsoft Teams Is One App Now
How-To Geek / 10h
Microsoft has released a unified Teams app that supports personal, work, and education accounts instead of separate desktop apps for home and workplace.
Hate AI art? You’re gonna love what Procreate just promised to do - or not do
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Popular digital art app Procreate has staked out a firm position against generative AI in its features and art as a whole. The decision is in stark contrast to the rapid movement by Adobe and other developers toward embedding AI throughout their platforms. One of the biggest issues is that AI image makers like Midjourney, OpenAI’s DALL-E , and Stability AI rely on large-scale scraping of online c
Don't Nod's Lost Records: Bloom & Rage will launch in two parts starting February 18, 2025
Engadget / 10h
Don't Nod's spiritual successor to its popular video game series Life is Strange, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage , is confirmed to launch in two parts, and the first gameplay trailer is being revealed. The first part, Tape 1 , will launch on February 18, 2025. You can expect Tape 2 to come out exactly one month later, on March 18, 2025. Earlier this year, Don't Nod decided to delay the game’s release
What is Wireguard, and What Makes It a Worthy VPN Protocol?
How-To Geek / 10h
Wireguard is a hot, modern contender in VPN protocols. Its philosophy is different, which makes it better suited for specific types of situation. Let's take a look at what makes it unique, and what its strengths and drawbacks are.
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage will launch in two parts in early 2025
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Developer Dont Nod has announced that Lost Records: Bloom & Rage will be released in two parts early next year. Revealed during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024, the first part of Bloom & Rage will launch on February 18, 2025, followed by part two on March 18 for PC, Xbox Series X| S, and PlayStation 5 . The developer best known for its Life is Strange series also shared a brand-new trailer along
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle launches on Xbox and PC in December - and comes to PS5 in Spring 2025
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will launch on December 9 for Xbox Series X| S and PC, and day one on Xbox Game Pass . Bethesda announced the release date during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024 alongside a brand-new trailer, where we also got confirmation that the upcoming game will be coming to PlayStation 5 in Spring 2025. In the new trailer, which is narrated by voice actor and Indiana Jon
JetBlue’s Aggressive Status Match: Luring Top Flyers From American, Delta, And United
View from the Wing / 10h
JetBlue is struggling and trying to execute a turnaround. They earned just $25 million in the second quarter. It should be their strongest quarter. They have underperformed for 15 years. Their CEO is gone, and they've been bringing back some veteran talent. Right now JetBlue is offering to match status of competitor airline customers and you can even keep the status by spending on their credit ca
JetBlue offering new status match to Alaska, American, Delta and United elites
100+The Points Guy / 10h
If you hold elite status in a major U.S. airline loyalty program, JetBlue is offering you to try the benefits of elite Mosaic status in its TrueBlue program even if you’ve never stepped onto a JetBlue aircraft. Elite members of the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan , American Airlines AAdvantage , Delta Air Lines SkyMiles and United Airlines MileagePlus programs can match their existing status to JetB
5 reasons I love the Chase Freedom Unlimited as a credit card beginner
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. It’s no secret that stepping into the world of credit card points and miles can be intimidating. Intricate rewards structures, hefty annual fees and unattainable sign-up bonuses are hard enough for the pros to grasp. But for a beginner like myself, it can feel impossible. That said, when it came time to si
Watch this robot quickly install roof shingles
25TechCrunch / 10h
Renovate says this model is faster and more accurate than its predecessor, despite being roughly half its weight. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Animated video game anthology series Secret Level is coming to Prime Video
Engadget / 10h
Secret Level is a gaming-inspired anthology series coming to Prime Video on December 15. The upcoming Amazon title is from the same team behind Netflix's Love, Death and Robots . From the teaser released during Gamescom , this new project will be continuing the Blur Studio specialty for creating masterful animated works for an adult audience. The creative team was looking to inspire "nerd joy" wi
'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle': I saw 30 minutes of the game before you did
Mashable / 10h
Ever since Microsoft acquired Bethesda, players have been curious as to what MachineGames’ first game under the new Xbox umbrella would be. The studio is best known for creating the Wolfenstein series, but it’s now shifting gears to a beloved one: Indiana Jones . Bethesda invited Mashable to an extended 30-minute, hands-off preview of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to show what to expect. Bas
Reanimal promises a ‘more terrifying journey’ than Little Nightmares
Engadget / 10h
Tarsier Studios, creators of the first two Little Nightmares games, is back with another creepy adventure — and its “partially disemboweled talking pig” teaser video looks like it set the proper tone. Announced at Gamescom Opening Night , Reanimal takes two children on an adventure across land and sea as they work together to rescue their missing friends on an island filled with horrifying creatu
Trump’s "Truth Social" Stock Hits All-Time Low After Going Public
200+Futurism / 10h
Downward Spiral Donald Trump's failing Truth Social network is hitting new lows as its post-merger stock price plummets lower than ever before. Back in late March, when the social network's parent firm was finally approved to merge with a special acquisitions vehicle to take the operation public, the company's stock skyrocketed to $78 a share in a move that defied investor logic . As of today, th
Don't Spend Over $1,000 on a Phone That's Just a Phone
How-To Geek / 10h
Many flagships now cost over $1,000. Book-style foldables are closer to $2000. These prices are difficult to justify if you just want a phone that you intend to use exclusively as a phone. So, don'tpay less instead.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has a Nazi-slapping mechanic
Engadget / 10h
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set in 1937, in the space between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade , and it’s being developed by MachineGames, the studio behind the most recent Wolfenstein installments. So, of course the game’s main enemies are Nazis, and obviously it has a robust range of Nazi-punching mechanics. What makes The Great Circle intriguing, even after just a 30-minu
Amazon Games reveals King of Meat, a new co-op hack-and-slash title from UK developer Glowmade
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Amazon Games has revealed King of Meat as part of Gamescom 2024's Opening Night Live show. Developed by UK studio Glowmade Games, King of Meat is an online co-op hack and slash that sees up to four players venture into dangerous and whacky dungeons. Set in the world of Loregok, the game follows contestants in the titular fictionalized game show 'King of Meat' who are forced to battle all kinds of
Nvidia is ditching dedicated G-Sync modules to push back against FreeSync’s ubiquity
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Nvidia) Back in 2013, Nvidia introduced a new technology called G-Sync to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering effects and reduce input lag when playing PC games. The company accomplished this by tying your display's refresh rate to the actual frame rate of the game you were playing, and similar variable refresh-rate (VRR) technology has become a mainstay even in budget monito
How accurate are wearable fitness trackers? Less than you might think
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Corey Gaskin) Back in 2010, Gary Wolf, then the editor of Wired magazine, delivered a TED talk in Cannes called “the quantified self.” It was about what he termed a “new fad” among tech enthusiasts. These early adopters were using gadgets to monitor everything from their physiological data to their mood and even the number of nappies their children used. Wolf acknowledged that th
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle hits Xbox and PC on December 9, PS5 in spring 2025
Engadget / 10h
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is coming to Xbox Series X/S and PC on December 9. It'll be available on Game Pass Ultimate day-one. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is also coming to PlayStation 5, but it's taking the scenic route to Sony's console: It'll hit PS5 in spring 2025. It's been rumored for a while that The Great Circle — a game developed by Xbox subsidiary MachineGames and publis
Tesla FSD For Safer Driving and Lower Insurance Costs
Next Big Future / 10h
There are reports that Tesla FSD Supervised is enabling drivers scores to be increased from 90 to 100 which reduces the Tesla insurance premium by $70 per month. This nearly offsets the $99 per month Tesla insurance cost. For two years, I have predicted that Tesla FSD Supervised becoming safer than human and enabling increased ... Read more
qBittorrent v5.0 Now Available for Testing
How-To Geek / 11h
The first release candidate for qBittorrent 5 is now available. Its a big update for one of the most popular torrent clients for Windows and Linux.
Which No Annual Fee Chase Ink Business Card Is Best?
One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card or Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card Chase’s portfolio of Ink business credit cards is among the best business cards you’ll find. In particular, there are two great no annual fee options which are incredibly lucrative — the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card ( review ) and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card ( review ). These cards complement t
My Favorite Electrolyte Mixes for Hard Workouts
LifeHacker / 11h
Electrolytes are tasty, trendy, and may help you feel better during hard workouts, especially in the heat. As I’ve explained before , they’re over-marketed—it’s not like we all need electrolytes all the time—but when you’re doing hard work in sweaty conditions, it can be good to have an electrolyte mix on hand. Here are some of my favorites that I’ve tried, with tips on how to choose which ones a
Here Are All the Answers to Chipotle’s IQ Test
LifeHacker / 11h
This morning, restaurant chain Chipotle opened its annual Chipotle IQ trivia contest . If you answer all 10 online questions correctly, you may win a buy-one-get-one-free coupon, and 50 people will win "free burritos for a year." You should definitely cheat on this test. Here are the answers to the current questions: True 100 million Over $340,00 Juniper berries Quesadilla All of the above Enviro
Don't get squishing on smishing that's fishing for your info
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Smishing is probably the cutest name for a cybersecurity attack I've ever heard, but it doesn't make it any less dangerous. It's clear to me we're not talking enough about this mashup of SMS texting and phishing or educating people on how to recognize and respond to it. For the past few months, I've been the target of multiple, aggressive smishing attacks that might fall under the heading of "lon
Borderlands 4 is coming in 2025
Engadget / 11h
We've got our first big announcement of Gamescom : Borderlands is back. Borderlands 4 is the next entry in the franchise from Gearbox Software and 2K Games. It's due to arrive in 2025. There's no gameplay in the announcement video released today. While that's a touch disappointing, it isn't much of a surprise for a teaser trailer or for a release that is still likely at least a year away. (And th
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 trailer shows off gorgeous open world and brutal combat at Opening Night Live
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
A brand new trailer for the upcoming sequel, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, has just been shown at Gamescom 2024's Opening Night Live presentation. The trailer shows off the gorgeous open world, which now mixes the large, bustling city of Kuttenberg with the vast explorable countryside. You can also expect brutal and bloody combat as we've come to expect from this series. Henry, the first game's pro
Civilization 7 launches on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch in February, 2025
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Sid Meier's Civilization 7 is coming to PC, PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X |S, and Nintendo Switch on February 11, 2025. Firaxis Games made the announcement during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024 alongside the first gameplay reveal trailer which, you guessed it, showcases civilizations being built across the globe throughout generations of history. "In Civilization VII , your strategic dec
5 Ways to Get Your Money's Worth Out of Hulu
How-To Geek / 11h
Having multiple streaming subscriptions is becoming just as expensive as cable TV was back in the day. If you are cutting back on streaming platforms, Hulu might still be one worth keeping. Even so, it is important to know how to get your money's worth if you are paying for Hulu every month.
Is This the BEST Android Watch? OnePlus Watch 2 Long Term Review
How-To Geek / 11h
The OnePlus Watch 2 launched four months ago, but after the updates is it better than at launch? Is it one of the best Android smartwatches? Find out in Android Police's long-term OnePlus Watch 2 review.
OpenAI will now use content from Wired, Vogue and The New Yorker in ChatGPT's responses
Engadget / 11h
Condé Nast, the media conglomerate that owns publications like The New Yorker , Vogue and Wired , has announced a multi-year partnership OpenAI to display content from Condé Nast titles in ChatGPT as well as SearchGPT , the company’s prototype AI-powered search engine. The partnership comes amid growing concerns over the unauthorized use of publishers’ content by AI companies. Last month, Condé N
Apple event rumor roundup: What to expect at the iPhone 16 keynote
23Engadget / 11h
The biggest day of the tech world’s fall calendar is nearly here: Apple’s iPhone 16 event will take place sometime in September. The company typically does it on a Tuesday during the first half of the month, so September 10 is a safe bet. No matter when it happens, we'll be live-blogging the news, and you can watch it live via the company’s website or on YouTube. The biggest news from the event w
This innovative air-powered computer enhances safety in medical device monitoring — but could be used across manufacturing, robotics, and more
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Researchers at UC Riverside have unveiled an air-powered computer which offers a novel approach to monitoring lifesaving medical devices. The technology eliminates the need for electronic sensors, providing a more reliable and cost-effective method to prevent blood clots and strokes. The air-powered computer is roughly the size of a matchbox, yet it replaces multiple sensors and a computer, reduc
Can I bring alcohol on a cruise ship? A line-by-line guide
100+The Points Guy / 11h
Unsurprisingly, cruise lines make revenue by selling drinks to their passengers — and with a large markup. With that in mind, many newbie cruisers wonder if they can bring their own alcohol on board. The answer varies by cruise line, but in most cases, it’s both yes and no. If the cruise line allows alcohol — which, in the case of mainstream lines, is mostly only wine or Champagne — there will li
Toyota confirms data breach after info leaked on cybercrime forum
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Toyota has confirmed it suffered a major data breach after hackers posted stolen data on an underground forum - although plenty of details are still missing. Earlier this week, a threat actor going by the name ZeroSevenGroup posted a new thread on a dark web forum, claiming to have stolen 240GB of sensitive files from the company. "We have hacked a branch in United States to one of the biggest au
Monster Hunter Wilds trailer at Gamescom 2024 shows off spooky spiders and electric wyverns
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
The latest trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds has just been shown off at Gamescom 2024's Opening Night Live presentation. During the trailer, we get a look at two more brand new monsters, one of which might just be the game's flagship creature. The first large monster on the docket was a large spider-like creature, not dissimilar to Nerscylla from Monster Hunter 4. It appeared to use spores on its
Streaming hit multiple new viewership records in July, Nielsen reports
Engadget / 11h
Streaming posted another banner month in July, reaching multiple new milestones in the latest issue of The Gauge report from Nielsen. The big headline is that streaming was responsible for 41.4 percent of all TV viewing during the month. That's the highest share in the report's brief history for any viewing category, meaning streaming topped past performances for both broadcast and cable TV. The
Cisco employees face a month of silence ahead of second layoff in 2024
100+TechCrunch / 11h
After tech giant Cisco announced plans for its second round of layoffs this year, employees tell TechCrunch that they will not know if they are affected for close to a month. Earlier this month, Reuters reported that Cisco was planning a second round of layoffs this year, after letting go of around 4,000 workers in […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Dune Awakening's new gameplay trailer explores the planet of Arrakis
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Dune Awakening just received a brand-new gameplay trailer at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024 and an early 2025 release date for PC. The 30-minute exclusive trailer starts out by giving us our first look at the game's in-depth character creator, where players will be able to choose their appearance and background before taking their first steps on Arrakis. As an mass multiplayer online game (MMO)
Is Instagram going to ruin your grid with rectangles?
Mashable / 11h
Instagram is all about vertical content, and that might mean changing the look of your profile grid. A few days ago, Instagram head Adam Mosseri posted a story on his app detailing a change we've seen coming since at least 2022. "We're actually testing a vertical grid, for those of you who haven’t seen it yet, for your profile, instead of squares," Mosseri said. This follows a November 2022 post
You Can Play Games on a Non-Gaming Laptop, but Make These Changes First
How-To Geek / 11h
You don't need a gaming laptop to play games, you just need to make some sensible decisions, careful tweaks, and perhaps a few inexpensive additional purchases. If you're determined enough you can turn even the most boring work laptop into a gaming machine.
If You Got a Package You Didn't Order, It Might Be a Scam
LifeHacker / 11h
Receiving a mysterious delivery that you didn’t pay for might seem like a little gift from a universe. After all, it might be something useful, and you’re typically under no legal obligation to return mistakenly delivered merchandise. It’s free stuff! Still, be careful: It might also be what’s known as a "brushing scam." And while a brushing scam usually doesn’t come with any direct danger to you
Paramount+ annual subscriptions are half off right now
20Engadget / 11h
Streaming prices love to go up , but here’s a rare instance in which one is going down. Paramount+ is lowering prices on its two annual plans for a limited time. The cheapest option is just $30 per year, and this gets you the Essentials plan. This is the basic subscription that allows access to Paramount+ programming with ads. It doesn’t, however, offer access to Showtime. For that, the cost doub
Black Myth: Wukong breaks Steam’s concurrent single-player record within hours of launch
48Engadget / 12h
Black Myth: Wukong , considered China’s first true AAA game, has broken Steam’s concurrent players record for a single-player title, passing Cyberpunk 2077 for the single-player record. In addition, it’s now the game with the second-most all-time concurrent players to date (including multiplayer), moving past Palworld . Based on the 16th-century novel Journey to the West , the souls-like action-a
SpaceX Astronauts Arrive at Launch Site for Journey Into Radiation Belt
100+Futurism / 12h
Real Deal The upcoming Polaris Dawn mission aims to go beyond being astronaut cosplay for the ultra-wealthy. Instead, the SpaceX-facilitated venture will see four civilian astronauts — who have spent years training together — enter orbit around Earth for around five days inside a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, where they will conduct a host of scientific experiments to provide key insights into the
Donald Trump posts AI image to attack Kamala Harris
32Mashable / 12h
All of America's most gullible and Facebook-addicted uncles probably believe Kamala Harris is holding communist rallies. Former President Donald Trump has taken to using AI images to that effect in an apparent effort to get his latest insult nickname to stick. He's taken to calling the VP "Comrade Kamala," which, frankly, sounds too cool to be an insult. Right-wingers have also begun calling Harr
The best gaming laptops of 2024, hands-on tested
Mashable / 12h
Let's be real: PC gaming offers the best possible experience for gamers. High-end gaming computers pack more graphical and processing power than any home console, and they offer a level of freedom in terms of customization and game choice that you’re just not going to find anywhere else. But when it comes down to it, do you want your gaming sessions tied to your desk? While desktops deliver elite
American Airlines Flight Attendant Reveals the Secret to Perfect Bag Storage—Why Don’t More Passengers Do This?
View from the Wing / 12h
Airlines also need to explain how to close these bins , too - because when properly turned sideways and all these bags are inside, the bins get quite heavy! Pull the bin down and you get a bit of an assist in closing them. They're designed for ease, but nobody knows it! Continue reading ...
OpenAI signs deal to train on Condé Nast content, surface stories in ChatGPT
TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI has inked a deal with Condé Nast — the publisher of storied outlets such as The New Yorker, Vogue, and Wired — to surface stories from its properties in OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot platform ChatGPT and its search prototype SearchGPT. Terms of the partnership weren’t disclosed. But in a memo to staff, Condé Nast CEO […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Wi-Fi vs. Internet: The Key Difference, Explained (and Why It Matters)
How-To Geek / 12h
The terms "Wi-Fi" and "Internet" are commonly used interchangeably, even though they refer to very different technologies. Knowing the differences and why they matter can help make getting online and staying online far easier.
King of Meat preview: A monstrous mash-up of a co-op platformer
Engadget / 12h
What do you get when you make a game influenced by movies like The Running Man and Labyrinth , toss in a bit of flair from professional wrestling (the kind with squared rings, not circular mats) and then throw all that on top of a co-op 3D platformer with user-generated dungeon building? To be honest, I’m not quite sure, but that’s sort of what Amazon Games and developer Glowmade are going for wi
Dying Light: The Beast debuts at Gamescom 2024's Opening Night Live show
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
A particularly cool surprise has been unleashed at Gamescom 2024's Opening Night Live presentation, as developer Techland announced Dying Light The Beast with a debut trailer. This spin-off seems to be a shorter experience clocking in at around 18-20 hours. The game sees the return of protagonist Kyle Crane, who seems to have developed some new beastly powers. Besides that, the game seems to main
Borderlands 4 has officially been announced
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
2K Games has officially announced that Borderlands 4 is in development. During Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024, 2K Games and Gearbox Software confirmed that the next major title in the Borderlands series will launch in 2025 for PlayStation 5 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. You can also wishlist the game on Steam now. The short announcement trailer, which
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 debuts an entire campaign mission at Opening Night Live
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Gamescom 2024's Opening Night Live presentation has kicked off with an extended look at Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 . The campaign mission, known as Most Wanted, sees operators infiltrating a building to rescue a hostage. Soon after, a Juggernaut-style enemy breaches in, clad head to toe in heavy armor and wielding a massive minigun. Just like the '90s, eh? The gameplay trailer also shows off plent
Google Chrome Might Let You Share Tab Groups
How-To Geek / 12h
Google is experimenting with a new feature in the Chrome browser for sharing groups of tabs. It's currently in development for Chrome on iPhone and iPad, and could roll out to other platforms.
Condé Nast Signs Deal With OpenAI
45Wired / 12h
The media company joins The Atlantic, Axel Springer, Vox Media, and a host of other publishers who have partnered with OpenAI.
Where luxury and wellness meet: A review of Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort provided TPG with a complimentary two-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities shortly after its renovations. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and weren’t subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. The paradisical island of Maui is no stranger to luxury beachfro
Earn 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy points by linking your Uber account and taking a ride
1KThe Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Marriott and Uber have a partnership that lets U.S. Marriott Bonvoy members earn points on U.S. Uber transactions, including rides and Uber Eats orders. For a limited time, you’ll earn 1,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points when you download the Uber app, link your Marriott and Uber accounts and complete a rid
PayPal could challenge Apple Wallet in the EU
TechCrunch / 12h
Though PayPal has not yet confirmed it will now develop a competing wallet thanks to new APIs, the company has hinted in that such a plan is in the works. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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