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FCC lets Starlink provide service to cell phones in areas hit by hurricane
2KArs Technica - All content / 11h
The Federal Communications Commission gave Starlink and T-Mobile emergency authority to provide satellite-to-phone coverage in areas hit by Hurricane Helene. "SpaceX and T-Mobile have been given emergency special temporary authority by the FCC to enable Starlink satellites with direct-to-cell capability to provide coverage for cell phones in the affected areas of Hurricane Helene," SpaceX said ye
Space footage shows Hurricane Milton explode into monster storm
100+Mashable / 9h
Some hurricanes rapidly intensify . Hurricane Milton has "explosively" intensified . The National Hurricane Service, after observing the Category 5 cyclone continually strengthen, reported Monday that Florida-bound "Milton Explosively Intensifies With 175-Mph Winds." This means Milton "is unfortunately hitting the top-end of possible intensification rates," meteorologist Levi Cowan posted online
The Acolyte’s Jodie Turner-Smith Thinks Disney Failed Its Stars
500+Gizmodo / 16h
Disney's silence on the harassment The Acolyte's main star faced still doesn't sit well with some of its cast.
French biotech Generare speeds up hunt for new drugs by cloning natural molecules
TechCrunch / 16min
French biotech startup Generare has closed a €5 million seed round (around $5.5 million at current exchange rates) to step up development of what it touts as a highly scalable approach to identifying promising compounds for drug discovery that already exist in nature. It’s focused on sifting for molecules that are produced by microorganisms but […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pers
ChatGPT-4, Gemini, MistralAI, and more join forces in this personal AI tool
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: 1minAI puts AI models from OpenAI, Meta, Google, and more at your disposal to generate text, images, or edit audio, and you can get it for life for £30.57 (reg. £178.86). ChatGPT was a huge deal when it dropped, but it's not the only big AI model on the playground anymore. GPT-4 is pretty fancy, but it's not always the best option for every type of content you want to create. The only prob
14 of the best Georgia Tech courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A wide range of online courses from Georgia Tech are available to take for free on edX. edX is a popular platform that hosts a large bank of free online courses from some of the top educational institutions in the world, including Georgia Tech. This batch of online courses includes lessons on AI , machine learning , programming with Python, and much more. We have checked out everything on
Amazon Prime Day deals are here — but don't fall victim to these scam website
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Amazon Prime Day is here now, but alongside all the great deals to be had, shoppers have been warned to be careful when browsing. A study from Check Point Research (CRP) has found scammers are impersonating Amazon or affiliates to trick online shoppers - and in the last 30 days alone, over 1,000 new Amazon related domains have been registered, 88% of which were identified as suspicious. Many of t
Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for October 8
Mashable / 3h
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 October 8's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong
Chainalysis CEO Michael Gronager steps down in move described as temporary
TechCrunch / 3h
Michael Gronager, co-founder and CEO of Chainalysis, has taken a personal leave of absence from the company. The blockchain analysis outfit isn’t sharing why but says the development is temporary. According to The Block, which first reported the news, Chainalysis President and COO Sari Granat, who joined the outfit in 2022, is acting as interim […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pers
NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 8
Mashable / 4h
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
US judge orders Google to open app store to rivals
54BBC News / 5h
It is among several remedies ordered in a case brought against the firm by Fortnite-maker Epic Games.
Upgrade your desk setup with one of these keyboard deals live ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 6h
Best keyboard deals ahead of October Prime Day Best standard keyboard deal Apple Magic Keyboard with numeric keyboard $106.47 at Amazon (Save $22.53) Best mechanical keyboard deal Royal Kludge S98 mechanical keyboard $89.99 at Amazon (Save $10) Whether you're deep in the rabbit hole that is having a keyboard building hobby or you're simply looking to update your home office setup, Prime Big Deal
Elon Musk's weirdest weekend, explained
100+Mashable / 6h
In September, there were signs that Elon Musk's attempts to elect Donald Trump — on and off the network formerly known as Twitter — were faltering. Now, after a weekend in which Musk immortalized the hashtag #DorkMAGA at a Trump rally, appropriated the @America account from its owner, and used it to literally offer money to swing state voters, those attempts have entered uncharted territory. How
General Catalyst is working on a ‘continuation’ fund worth up to $1B, sources say
TechCrunch / 6h
General Catalyst, one of Silicon Valley’s largest capital firms, is gearing up to launch what’s known as a “continuation fund” worth between $800 million and $1 billion, according to a person familiar with the plans. A continuation fund consists of a portion of stakes that the VC firm has in portfolio companies. With around $25 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
VC firm NFX laid off 4 employees and plans to hire more investors
TechCrunch / 6h
Venture capital firm NFX laid off four employees in September as the firm looks to “rebalance” its resources from its software and product teams to its investing team, general partner Pete Flint told TechCrunch. The layoffs included one product leader and three engineers, Flint said. About a week ago, Amy Lin, chief product officer since […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Watch: Apple's dropped the trailer for the first scripted film for the Vision Pro
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
One of the most immersive and downright impressive experiences on the Apple Vision Pro is watching content. Whether the content is optimized for the $3,500 spatial computer or not, the appeal is that almost anything can be a showstopper. I’ve been transported to London’s Hyde Park for a Springsteen show on a 100-inch screen, in which I can choose the vantage point I like or even rewatch some Spon
Joker: Folie à Deux’s Ending Came From a Scrapped Idea for the First Film
100+Gizmodo / 6h
Christopher Nolan was purportedly the reason it didn't make it in—and it was no longer a problem by the time the Joker sequel was coming around.
The best restaurants at Disneyland in 2024
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This post was updated with new information. On-the-go churros or chicken fingers may work as meals for some Disneyland Resort guests. However, when you’re spending as much as a trip to a Disney theme park costs these days, you might want to be sure you’re enjoying the best restaurant meals, concessions and experiences that the park has to offer. While Disney World’s restaurants are
Amazon’s Prime Day launches soon: 5 things you should know to get the best deals
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days will begin Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 12:01 a.m. PDT and run for 48 hours until midnight Oct. 9. Before the sale starts, we want to ensure you’re set to score the best prices. First and foremost, you must be a Prime member to receive discounts on selected Prime Day items. An annual Pr
How to keep your airline and hotel points and miles from expiring
200+The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This story has been updated with the latest information. Although more and more programs have been moving away from points and miles expiring, it’s still one of the unfortunate pitfalls of the travel rewards world we love. After all, who wants to let (nearly) free travel go to waste? Fortunately, there are many ways to keep your accounts active without hopping on an airplane or goi
The best 3D printer deals under $500 ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 6h
Best 3D printer deals ahead of Prime Big Deal Days Best overall AnkerMake M5C 3D Printer $199.99 at Amazon (Save $100) Best multi-color deal Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D Printer $199 at Bambu (Save $100) Best for large objects Elegoo Neptune 4 Plus $349.99 at Amazon (Save $70) Not that long ago, a 3D printing hobby wasn't really possible unless you had serious cash to burn. These days, while buying a 3D
17% of North Carolina and Other States Still Have Cellular Communication Outage
Next Big Future / 7h
The FCC said in its latest report that about 16.9% of cell sites were still out of commission. This is about 2-4 million phone users. The Milton Hurricane could impact 5-20 million cellphone users in Florida. Yesterday, Starlink SMS is working on SpaceX and T-Mobile test devices. SpaceX is working hard to see about turning ... Read more
Europe Deploys Spacecraft to Investigate Extraterrestrial “Crash Scene”
Futurism / 7h
Hera Time The European Space Agency (ESA) just launched its much-anticipated effort to explore the wreckage of the asteroid Dimorphos, the cosmic body that NASA successfully obliterated last year during its pioneering planetary defense test in 2022. The "crash scene" surveillance team includes the spacecraft Hera as well as two tiny cubesats, which launched today onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
Wait longer for an electric taxi, says Uber boss
BBC News / 7h
The platform wants customers to go 'green' as it tries to boost the take-up of electric cars.
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, October 8 (game #485)
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.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Tuesday, October 8 (game #219)
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
Quordle today – hints and answers for Tuesday, October 8 (game #988)
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
Best Buy just gave us our best look at Sonos' rumored Arc Ultra soundbar
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
It’s been a tumultuous few months for Sonos, all dating back to the redesigned Sonos app , which wasn’t ready for primetime. Ultimately, it overshadowed the launch of the anticipated Ace headphones , and the company has spent plenty of time apologizing, reorganizing priorities, and regaining customers' trust. While the result was that hardware was going to be delayed and some launches pushed back
VESSL AI secures $12M for its MLOps platform that aims to cut GPU costs by up to 80%
56TechCrunch / 7h
South Korean MLOps platform VESSL AI is trying to carve out a niche for itself by focusing on optimizing for GPU expenses using hybrid infrastructure. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
The Penguin Just Made The Batman Even Better
100+Gizmodo / 7h
Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti star in Matt Reeves' DC Comics spinoff series, now on HBO.
Don't sleep on these espresso machine deals live ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 7h
The best espresso machine deals ahead of October Prime Day Best for the basics De'Longhi Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine $98.98 at Amazon (Save $30.97) Best for single serve coffee or espresso Nespresso Vertuo Next $109.19 at Amazon (Save $69.81) Best mid-range machine Breville Duo Temp Pro $299.95 at Amazon (Save $200) Best splurge Breville Barista Touch $799.95 at Amazon (Save $200) Timele
The OnePlus 12 smartphone drops to a record low of $650 for Prime Day
Engadget / 8h
In our review of the OnePlus 12 , we said the smartphone's affordability was one of the best things about it. Now, thank's to Amazon's upcoming Prime Day sale, that's an even more compelling point. A 19 percent discount drops the price to $650 for the model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. That's a a new all-time low (it's gone for $700 a few times previously). The model with 16GB/512GB is
Scientists Cracked Open a 2-Billion-Year-Old Stone and Discovered Something Entirely Unexpected
100+Futurism / 8h
Microbes Rock A very old rock — or rather, what's inside of it —might force scientists to rewrite what we know about the evolution of life on Earth. As detailed in a new study published in the journal Microbial Ecology , scientists discovered living microbes sealed inside a 2-billion-year-old stone. It's "the oldest example of living microbes being found within ancient rock so far discovered," ac
This tiny super cheap $13 PC is barely bigger than an adult pinkie finger and has no OS — and yet this hacker-friendly device packs a display, MicroSD card slot plus Wi-Fi connectivity
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
The ESP32-S3 is a powerful microcontroller developed by Espressif Systems, designed primarily for embedded applications that require Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. As spotted by CNX Software , Waveshare has introduced the ESP32-S3-LCD-1.47 (to give it its full, catchy name), a compact USB dongle based on Espressif’s microcontroller. The device integrates wireless connectivity with high-capacit
This AI tool lets you confront your future self – and you might like what you find
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Imagining what you'll be like in the future is a common game for kids, full of the sometimes unlikely hopes and fears we all feel when contemplating what's yet to come. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have leveraged AI to make that concept a little more realistic through the new Future You project. The AI-powered chatbot simulates your older self, specifically a ver
Is It Worth Using the Microsoft 365 Mobile App?
How-To Geek / 8h
The Microsoft 365 app is designed to bridge your most frequently used collaboration tasks, making it easy to complete them from one platform. In this article I'll discuss this app in more detail, why I recommend looking into using it on your mobile device, and my overall views and impressions.
Reports: China hacked Verizon and AT&T, may have accessed US wiretap systems
70Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Chinese government hackers penetrated the networks of several large US-based Internet service providers and may have gained access to systems used for court-authorized wiretaps of communications networks, The Wall Street Journal reported Saturday . "People familiar with the matter" told the WSJ that hackers breached the networks of companies including Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen (also known as Centu
SpaceX launches Europe’s Hera asteroid mission ahead of Hurricane Milton
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Two years ago, a NASA spacecraft smashed into a small asteroid millions of miles from Earth to test a technique that could one day prove useful to deflect an object off a collision course with Earth. The European Space Agency launched a follow-up mission Monday to go back to the crash site and see the damage done. The nearly $400 million (363 million euro) Hera mission, named for the Greek goddes
Comcast breach: Over 200,000 customers had their data exposed, including social security numbers
Mashable / 8h
Comcast customers are the latest victims of a data breach – and the information taken in this one is extremely sensitive. According to a notice sent to the Office of the Main Attorney General, more than 200,000 Comcast customers have been affected by a data breach at Financial Business and Consumer Solutions (FBCS). FBCS is a debt collection agency contacted by various companies to collect on unp
Your Regular Reminder That Ewan McGregor Would Love to Do More Obi-Wan Kenobi
200+Gizmodo / 8h
The Star Wars star's hints about wanting a season two are starting to sound like all the hints he dropped before the Disney+ series arrived in the first place.
MoneyGram says hackers stole customers’ personal information and transaction data
TechCrunch / 8h
The money transfer giant said hackers also stole some customer Social Security numbers during the September cyberattack. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Amex Closes Centurion Lounge Spas, Replaces Them With Seating
22One Mile at a Time / 8h
American Express is known its network of Centurion Lounges , which are open to those with select premium credit cards. Well, the card issuer has just eliminated a popular amenity from some of these lounges, as reported by Zach Griff . Amex Centurion Lounge spas close due to crowding Historically, Amex has partnered with with Exhale to offer express spa treatments to guests at select Centurion Lou
Google Must Open Android to Other App Stores, Judge Says
NYT > Technology / 8h
The internet giant was ordered by a federal judge to make a series of changes to address its anticompetitive conduct.
Hurricane Milton’s Imminent Landfall Officially Delays NASA Mission to Jupiter
43Gizmodo / 8h
The Europa Clipper was set to launch Thursday but Mother Nature had other plans.
Forget 5G, People Were Once Scared of Monitor Radiation
How-To Geek / 8h
Radiation is everywhere. You can't escape it, and there's always some background radiation we have top contend with. That's scary, of course, because ionising radiation can make us sick in various ways. So it doesn't help that some of the technology we have in our homes also produces radiation with potentially harmful effects.
Lowest Price Ticket To Explore a Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts, 20% Off for Amazon Prime Day
Gizmodo / 9h
If you've ever wanted to visit Hogwarts, now's your chance to do so at a lowest price.
Google Ordered to Open up Androids Play Store
How-To Geek / 9h
In a groundbreaking ending to a long lawsuit between Epic and Google, a federal judge has ruled that Google's Android app store constitutes an illegal monopoly and has ordered the company to open its platform to competition for the next three years.
Update to iOS 18 Before a Storm Hits You
25How-To Geek / 9h
Apple released the iOS 18 update for iPhones in early September, unlocking the ability for certain iPhone models to send and receive text messages using a satellite connection. You should update your iPhone now if you havent already, especially with hurricanes taking out cell networks across the eastern United States.
Two standout PlayStation 5 deals ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 9h
Best early October Prime Day PS5 deals Best PS5 for the budget conscious PS5 Slim Digital Edition 399.00 (Save $50) Best overall PS5 console deal PlayStation 5 Slim 449.00 (Save $50) If you're in the market for a PlayStation 5 , now is a perfect time to strike, as some of the best deals on the PS5 Slim are rolling in ahead of Amazon Prime Da y. Both versions of Sony's latest, more compact console
Scientists Say They’ve Traced Back the Voices Heard by People With Schizophrenia
81Futurism / 9h
Scientists believe they've discovered where the "voices" heard by some people with schizophrenia emanate from using brainwave mapping. As detailed in a new study published in the journal PLOS Biology and conducted by researchers at New York University's Shanghai campus, the way people experience auditory hallucinations may not be that different from the way humans hear external sounds. Scientists
Customers of failed crypto firm FTX set for refunds
BBC News / 9h
The agreement will put an end to a saga that started when the firm went bankrupt in November 2022.
Unconfirmed Rumors that Iran Has Exploded a Nuclear Bomb in an Underground Test
Next Big Future / 9h
There are rumors that Iran exploded a nuclear bomb underground which caused a 4.5 earthquake. This is unconfirmed. I do not believe these rumors. I would expect a different set of actions from Israel and Iran leading up to an actual underground nuclear test. Israel has Iran fully infiltrated with spies and spying. There is ... Read more
SpaceX Starlink Has 227 Direct to Cellphone Capable Satellites
Next Big Future / 9h
SpaceX had 17 launches with 13 direct to cellphone enabled version 2 mini Starlink satellites and 6 in the initial launch in April, 2024. This is being activated in North Carolina and Georgia where communications have failed in many areas due to the hurricane. This will likely be activated in Florida late this week while ... Read more
TCL TV That Rivals Samsung Frame Now 47% Off During Amazon Prime Day
Gizmodo / 9h
All TV sizes are on sale!
Raspberry Pi RAM: How Much Memory Do You Need?
How-To Geek / 9h
Are you looking to get the most out of your Raspberry Pi? With several RAM options, picking the correct configuration can make a big difference in performance, especially for projects like media centers. This guide will break down what each RAM option offers and help you decide which is best for your needs.
My 5 Most Cringe-Worthy Travel Fails, From Missed Flights To Wrong Hotels
View from the Wing / 9h
I do pretty well in travel but also make my share of mistakes, mostly out of habit or path dependence. Since I know how things 'usually work' I don't always pay attention to schedule changes. And I don't pay attention to the details of my reservations - I'm on auto-pilot, I know that when I land in a given city I 'always' go to the same hotel. If I booked a Hyatt there, it must be my usual one! H
Waldorf Astoria Coming To Abu Dhabi, With Mangrove Views
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Waldorf Astoria is continuing to grow its luxury portfolio, with plans for a fourth Waldorf Astoria property in the United Arab Emirates. Basics of the Waldorf Astoria Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi’s former Anantara property is set to become a Waldorf Astoria, after a transformation. However, as of now the timeline for the property opening hasn’t been announced, which usually isn’t a good sign, if you’re h
The Heroes of Middle-earth Have High Hopes for Rings of Power Season 3
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Markella Kavenagh, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Benjamin Walker, and Robert Aramayo discuss their hopes for Rings of Power 's future, as Middle-earth faces its darkest hour.
Archaeologists Uncover Rare Prehistoric Cellar in Denmark, Complete With Paved Floor
25Gizmodo / 9h
The 5,000-year-old cellar may have been part of a complex used for trading and forming alliances in prehistoric Denmark.
Exclusive: Amex shutters Centurion Lounge spas to combat overcrowding
The Points Guy / 9h
The American Express Centurion Lounge network will be a little less posh going forward. That’s because the issuer is shuttering all of the spas across its lounge network, a company spokesperson exclusively confirmed to TPG. When Amex first started opening lounges in 2013, the issuer paid special attention to amenities that would help attract cardmembers to use its lounges (and sign up for its pri
Emma Watson invests in reproductive health company Hertility
24TechCrunch / 9h
Actress Emma Watson has made a previously undisclosed investment into the women’s health company Hertility, bringing its total funding to more than $14 million, the company told TechCrunch in an interview on Monday. Watson is known for her interest in the environment and supporting women-led initiatives. She is a UN Women Goodwill ambassador and helped […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved.
Unbelievable, This “$1,000” Portable Printer Is Now Under $100 for Amazon Prime Day
30Gizmodo / 9h
No need to surprise, it's a prime day week. The 90% off portable printer uses thermal printing technology instead of ink or toner.
This Rival to the iPad Pro is Now 43% Off on Amazon and Costs Only $159 During Prime Day
Gizmodo / 9h
Amazon offers an incredible 43% discount on this impressive iPad Pro rival.
FTX Customers Will Get Back Billions After Judge OKs Bankruptcy Plan
32Wired / 9h
A US judge has authorized a plan for fallen crypto exchange FTX to return money to former customers, as the drawn-out bankruptcy process approaches its end.
Alien: Isolation sequel bursts into existence, 10 years after original
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The Alien franchise is about uncaring monsters, unfeeling corporations, and horrific, claustrophobic terror. Given this setting, it almost made sense, what happened to the original Alien: Isolation . The game was released to positive reviews , is now considered one of the best games ever made , and sold more than 2 million copies within its first few months. Despite this, Isolation only got "clos
Report: First wave of M4 Macs, including smaller Mac mini, coming November 1
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Reliable rumors have suggested that M4 Macs are right around the corner, and now Bloomberg's Mark Gurman is forecasting a specific launch date: November 1, following a late-October announcement that mirrors last year's Halloween-themed reveal for the first M3 Macs. This date could be subject to change, and not all the products announced in October would necessarily launch on November 1—lower-end
You Can Nab a Nespresso Coffee Maker With These Early Prime Day Deals
LifeHacker / 9h
As the weather gets chillier, so grows the appeal of a hot coffee or espresso in the morning. Sure, you probably have a coffee maker—but do you have a nice one? During the run up to Amazon's October Prime Day sale, you can pick up a Nespresso coffee maker and still have some money left over for some espresso pods . Here are the best deals I'm seeing right now. Nespresso products on sale with Prim
Google Is Rolling Out These Three Anti-Theft Features for Androids
LifeHacker / 9h
Back in May , we learned Google was planning some interesting security features for devices running Android 10 and newer. These options were specifically designed for stopping thieves from accessing your smartphone's data should it be stolen, which is quite useful—even if they might not necessarily prevent that theft in the first place. Six months later, it looks like those features are rolling o
Hardware startup wants to solve the multi billion dollar problem of bandwidth by using an ancient technique — AI memory compression technique could save Google, Microsoft billions but Nvidia won't be happy
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Swedish firm ZeroPoint Technologies , a spin-off from Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, was founded by Professor Per Stenström and Dr. Angelos Arelakis with the goal of delivering efficient real-time memory compression across the entire memory system. The company seeks to maximize server efficiency by addressing memory bottlenecks, potentially saving hyperscalers like Microsoft, Me
Samsung Offers Up to $1,750 Off Neo QLED 4K Smart TVs to Compete with Amazon Prime Day
Gizmodo / 9h
Enjoy baseball season with up to $1,750 off Samsung TVs and watch the Mets take it all this year!
Rival to the Galaxy S24, the OnePlus 12 sees its price slashed by Amazon on Prime Day
Gizmodo / 9h
The OnePlus 12 is one of the best Android smartphones in 2024.
US judge orders Google to open up Google Play to rivals
TechCrunch / 9h
A federal judge has ordered Google to open its app store to rivals and give Android users more choice when it comes to downloading apps. Judge James Donato issued his final ruling in the Epic and Google saga on Monday, detailing how Google has to change how it operates Google Play. According to the filing, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Can Rocket Lab Save NASA’s Mission to Bring Pieces of Mars to Earth?
Gizmodo / 9h
NASA is in desperate need of an alternative plan for its Mars Sample Return, and is hoping the private industry can salvage its ambitious mission.
5 Ways Clippy Was Better Than Copilot
How-To Geek / 9h
In case you missed it, likely by being born too late, "Clippy" was arguably Microsoft's first virtual assistant. In operation from Microsoft Office 97 to Office 2007, Clippy popped up in Microsoft Office products like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
William Ladd Taylor (1854-1926) - Endspiece for Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’, 1883
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
weirdlookindog : William Ladd Taylor (1854-1926) - Endspiece for Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’, 1883
Hurricane Helene Couldn’t Stop Birders From Using eBird
Wired / 10h
Since 2002, birders have relied on the online bird-watching log eBird. As Hurricane Helene tore through North Carolina, bird-watchers continued to post.
Elon Musk Is Spreading Dangerous Hurricane Helene Conspiracy Theories
47Futurism / 10h
In the aftermath of deadly Hurricane Helene, X-formerly-Twitter has transformed into a noxious breeding ground for destructive misinformation about the storm. In a series of toxic and easily disproven tweets, X owner Elon Musk took aim at the response by the US government's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), falsely accusing it of diverting its funds to assist illegal immigrants entering
Teen Sets a Mind-Melting NES Tetris Record, Achieves ‘Rebirth’
Gizmodo / 10h
The live-streamed saga featured several nail-biters, including a color-palette glitch that made the rapidly falling blocks even harder to see
Target's Circle Week Tech Deals Are Worth Looking At
How-To Geek / 10h
While Amazon's October Prime Day is just around the corner, you shouldn't dismiss Target's Circle Week sales event.
Hurricane Milton: What to know if you are traveling to Florida
100+The Points Guy / 10h
Hurricane Milton is barreling toward Florida, heading in a west-to-east path from the Gulf of Mexico, like an ice cream cone trying to scoop up the state from the Gulf through Orlando to the eastern shores. Currently, Milton is a Category 5 hurricane (the highest level of hurricane) and is predicted to go directly over the Tampa Bay area early Wednesday morning. As of Monday morning, Governor Ron
Google ordered to open up the Play Store in Epic Games antitrust ruling
36Engadget / 10h
Google has to open up the Play Store . On Monday, US District Judge James Donato issued a permanent injunction forcing the company to open its storefront to competitors for three years and make Android apps available in alternate stores. The ruling stems from Google’s four-year antitrust battle with Epic Games. Google said on Monday it will appeal the injunction, highlighting its competition with
10 Years Later, Alien: Isolation Is Getting a Surprise Sequel
200+Gizmodo / 10h
The terrifying game helped inspire Fede Alvarez's recent Alien: Romulus .
The U.S. Navy Is Looking for Submarine Recruits on Reddit
Gizmodo / 10h
A new recruitment campaign exclusive to the site ‘asks Redditors to go deeper than ever before to solve a problem and learn about the Navy.’
These Weird Sea Creatures Can Fuse to Become a Single Animal When Injured
Gizmodo / 10h
The combined comb jellyfish synced up their movements, melded their nervous systems, and even joined their digestive tracts.
Hilton workers go on strike at 2 major Boston hotels
The Points Guy / 10h
Ongoing hotel strikes across the country are now impacting operations at two Hilton-affiliated properties in Boston. This time, the strikes are indefinite. Roughly 600 Boston hotel workers are now on strike at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza and the Hilton Boston Logan Airport . The Park Plaza, one of the largest and most historic properties in the city, is near major attractions like Boston Common
How long do American Express Membership Rewards take to transfer?
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. American Express Membership Rewards points are one of the most useful flexible loyalty currencies out there. Not to mention, they’re fairly easy to earn if you have cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card in your wallet. While this isn’t your only redemption
Rakuten deal alert: Earn up to 15% cash back at major retailers when shopping online
100+The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you’re looking to make some purchases before the holidays, October Prime Day is an opportunity to maximize your spending this week. Plus, you can use these promotions to score deals and stack up the savings. Rakuten is one of the most popular online shopping sites that awards cash back for shopping onli
Early Prime Day deal: The Amazon Echo Spot is 44% off
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $35 : If your mornings need a boost, now is the perfect time to upgrade your wake-up routine with the Amazon Echo Spot . With this early Prime Day deal, it's nearly half off, bringing all the smart functionality of Alexa to your bedside for just a fraction of the price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 at Amazon $79.99 Save $35.00 It's more than just a smart alarm
The Kindle Paperwhite Kids is on sale before October Prime Day
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $55: The Kindle Paperwhite Kids is on sale just in time for a Fall birthday present for the young reader in your life. Grab one as of Oct. 7 for $114.99, down from $169.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids $114.99 $169.99 Save $55.00 The Paperwhite Kids is an e-reader designed with children in mind, so it's durable, water resistant, and has a glare-free screen. Add
Tesla Robotaxi event: How to watch the reveal Thursday
TechCrunch / 10h
Tesla loves to put on a show, and Thursday’s Robotaxi reveal might just be the flashiest of them all. The electric vehicle maker is slated to unveil its much-hyped Robotaxi vehicle at Warner Bros. Discovery’s movie studio in Burbank, California. For those attending, doors will open at 5 p.m. PT, with remarks beginning at 7 […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Thrustmasters New Controller Eliminates Stick Drift
How-To Geek / 10h
Thrustmaster has unveiled a new game controller for Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, dubbed the Heart, which promises to eliminate the annoying stick drift entirely.
Philips Hue Can Preview Your Lights With AR
How-To Geek / 10h
The Philips Hue app has been updated to version 5.27. The best part about this is that now it can use augmented reality (AR). The AR is for a preview tool that lets you see how Philips Hue products would look in your own space.
The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: Mr. Beast's Many Controversies, Explained
LifeHacker / 10h
This week I'm digging into the story of Mr. Beast, a 26 year-old internet celebrity who's nearly universally known by young people but generally ignored by people over 30. The mega-influencer has more subscribers than anyone else on YouTube, and he presides over a multi-million dollar empire. But things are have not been looking good for Beast lately. Mr. Beast in his controversy era Jimmie "Mr.
The Browned Butter Maple Walnut Cake I'll Be Making All Winter
LifeHacker / 10h
No shade to pumpkin spice cakes and treats—I do love a custardy pumpkin bread pudding —but I’ve been eager for a change. I wanted to make a cake that scratched the itch for a casual cold-weather dessert, but also branched out a bit. I pushed the Libby’s away, and instead, reached for a bottle of maple syrup and a bag of shelled walnuts. This is my browned butter maple walnut cake, and I’ll be mak
Are You Eligible For The Chase Sapphire Preferred?
One Mile at a Time / 10h
Link: Apply now for the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card with limited time bonus The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card ( review ) is one of the most compelling mid-range credit cards out there. There’s often confusion about who is eligible for this card, so I wanted to go over that in this post. If you don’t have the card and are eligible, this is the time to consider picking it up, given that the car
Microsoft’s new H200 v5 series VMs for Azure aim to supercharge GPU performance
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Microsoft has announced the launch of new Azure virtual machines (VMs) aimed specifically at ramping up cloud-based AI supercomputing capabilities. The new H200 v5 series VMs are now generally available for Azure customers and will enable enterprises to contend with increasingly cumbersome AI workload demands. Harnessing the new VM series, users can supercharge foundation model training and infer
The Illustrated Edgar Allan Poe by Satty (1976)
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
frankenisms :
Better Than Black Friday on Insignia Smart HD Fire TV, Spend Less Than $75 for The Early Prime Day
Gizmodo / 11h
View your favorite movies and shows in a perfectly acceptable 720p with the best-seller Insignia smart TV, now it's 43% off.
China Joins SpaceX in Ruining Astronomy for Everybody
91Futurism / 11h
Shine Bright In its effort to compete with SpaceX, China has launched the first internet satellites in its own, competing constellation — and astronomers are rightfully peeved. As New Scientist reports , astronomers are concerned about the 18 satellites recently launched as the first of the country's Qianfan ("Thousand Sails") constellation. That's because they're really, really bright, which cou
The 30-year-old internet backdoor law that came back to bite
75TechCrunch / 11h
China reportedly hacked the wiretap systems required by U.S. internet providers under a 1994 U.S. wiretapping law. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Who is Natalie Nunn? The star behind viral 'Baddies, pose for me' TikTok song
Mashable / 11h
The viral "Natalie Nunn! Baddies! Pose for me!" tune has been blaring across countless TikTok videos, with a trending seated dance alongside it. This isn’t the first time Nunn’s name appeared in a trending TikTok song. In "Endless Fashion," rapper Nicki Minaj said, "Ayo, even if my name was Natalie Nunn, these [expletive] still couldn't chin-check me." But the question is, "Who is Natalie Nunn?"
Trump Fans Go Viral With Bizarre Conspiracy Theories About Hurricane Milton
100+Gizmodo / 11h
The website formerly known as Twitter is a hotbed of far-right disinformation on the category 5 storm.
A PS5 Pro-beating PC Doesn't Have to Break the Bank
How-To Geek / 11h
Traditionally, consoles have always been cheaper than PCs, but with the launch of the $700 PlayStation 5 Pro, it seems like this is no longer the case. If the price is basically the same now, perhaps you should consider switching to a gaming PC that can do much more than just play games.
SpaceX Starlink Satellite and Direct to Cellphone Saving Lives This Hurricane Season
Next Big Future / 11h
SpaceX Starlink satellite and satellite direct to cellphone communications is saving lives in North Carolina this hurricane season. FCC temporarily approves direct-to-cell Starlink service in areas impacted by Helene. Service went online Saturday in NC. This emergency service supports phones, regardless of carrier. I want to express my thanks and appreciation to @Starlink for the ... Read more
Tesla Robotaxi Day is Thursday. What Happens to Tesla After?
Next Big Future / 11h
What will happen after Tesla Robotaxi Day? This Thursday, Tesla will reveal robotaxi vehicles and robotaxi plans. Tesla technology has greatly improved over the last three years but this has not moved the stock in a major way. Warren Redlich and Brian Wang discuss the how Tesla FSD 13, AI improvements, 4680 battery ramp, cybertruck ... Read more
Comcast says 230,000 customers affected by debt collection data breach
24Engadget / 11h
Comcast is warning that hackers stole the personal data of more than 230,000 customers during a ransomware attack on a third-party debt collector, according to a court filing . The bad actors targeted a Pennsylvania-based debt collection agency called Financial Business and Consumer Solutions (FBCS.) The attack occurred back in February, but Comcast claims that FBCS initially said that the incide
India regulator issues notice to Ola Electric over consumer rights concerns
TechCrunch / 11h
The Central Consumer Protection Authority, India’s consumer rights regulator, has sent a show-cause notice to Ola Electric over alleged violation of consumer rights, escalating troubles for the leading electric vehicle maker whose shares dropped 9% earlier on Monday, The notice, issued on Monday, gives the Bengaluru-headquartered firm 15 days to respond to allegations that include […] © 2024 Tech
Elon Musk’s X loses battle over federal request for Trump’s DMs
20Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Last year, special counsel Jack Smith asked X (formerly Twitter) to hand over Donald Trump's direct messages from his presidency without telling Trump. Refusing to comply, X spent the past year arguing that the gag order was an unconstitutional prior restraint on X's speech and an "end-run" around a record law shielding privileged presidential communications. Under its so-called free speech absol
SCOTUS denial ends saga of Shkreli’s infamous 5,000% drug price scheme
30Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The legal saga over Martin Shkreli's infamous 5,000 percent price hike of a life-saving anti-parasitic drug has ended with a flat denial from the highest court in the land. On Monday, the Supreme Court rejected Shkreli's petition to appeal an order to return $64.6 million in profits from the pricing scheme of Daraprim, a decades-old drug used to treat toxoplasmosis. The condition is caused by a s
Smart TVs are like “a digital Trojan Horse” in people’s homes
63Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The companies behind the streaming industry, including smart TV and streaming stick manufacturers and streaming service providers, have developed a "surveillance system" that has "long undermined privacy and consumer protection," according to a report from the Center for Digital Democracy (CDD) published today and sent to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Unprecedented tracking techniques aimed
Joker: Folie à Deux Bombed—What Went Wrong?
400+Gizmodo / 11h
Much like Arthur Fleck himself, the Joker sequel is struggling to find an appreciative audience.
Prime Day deal: Get the Apple M2 MacBook Air at its lowest price ever
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $250: If you're in the market for an ultra-portable laptop, now might be the perfect time to grab Apple's M2 MacBook Air at its lowest price ever at $749 — down 25% from its original price. Known for its sleek design and top-notch performance, this laptop is a dream for anyone looking to upgrade from an older MacBook. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple M2 Macbook Air $749.00 at Amazon $999.
Hurricane Milton: Debunking online conspiracy theories as the storm looms
Mashable / 11h
Another powerful hurricane is barreling towards Florida directly on the heels of the devastation wrought across multiple states by Hurricane Helene. Hurricane Milton has strengthened into a Category 5 storm that is all but certain to make landfall in Florida as soon as Wednesday. Mashable has the info on the latest projections for where and when the storm might hit via forecasting spaghetti model
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: PlayStation 5
LifeHacker / 11h
October Prime Day is tomorrow, but Best Buy , Target , and Walmart all have their competition sales on full throttle already. If you've been thinking of scoring a new PlayStation 5 during Prime Day, you don't have to wait. Both versions of the PlayStation Slim are at their lowest price ever according to price-checking tools . The Slim Digital Edition is $399.99 (originally $449.99), and the Slim
Twitch makes its complicated rulebook easier to follow
Engadget / 11h
Twitch is striving for more clarity about why and how it executes its policies. On Monday, the company said it’s adding Enforcement Notes, which it describes as “additional clarifications and examples within the Community Guidelines designed to make our rules easier to follow.” The notes come on the heels of (and complement) the company’s recent promise that it would do a better job of telling ru
Too Hot? Too Cold? This 36% Off Dyson Fan and Heater Combo Is a Thoughtful Prime Day Deal for Fall
Gizmodo / 11h
This Dyson's AM09 fan and heater goes for nearly $470, but this Prime Day sale can get you one for just $299.
I Turned On Extended Security Updates for My Chromebook. Here's How It Went
How-To Geek / 11h
Just like us, our computers' days are numbered. My ASUS Chromebook was one of them, with Google stopping regular updates. The company offered a reprieve with extended security updates, but I would have to give up something in return. Was it worth it?
What First Class Passengers Think As You Walk To Coach—The Real Story of Who’s Up Front
View from the Wing / 11h
I remember flying regularly as a pre-teen, thinking that I'd never be one of those people sitting up front! I'd never be able to pay for it, and even if I could it surely wouldn't be worth spending for. After all, it was expensive and just a few hours. I was still small, so I didn't think the extra space comfort was worth it ... though I always held my breath hoping there would be an empty seat n
This Man Found 1,650 Ways to Turn a Profit While Decarbonizing
67Wired / 11h
Bertrand Piccard says sustainability doesn’t have to come at a cost—and that reframing attempts to hit net zero as a way of generating profit could be key to hitting targets.
Can’t Believe This Marshall Emberton II Bluetooth Speaker Is Just $100 for Prime Day
Gizmodo / 11h
The black and brass Marshall Emberton II, which looks like a mini guitar amp, is 41% off at Amazon for Prime Day.
This Ancient "Rebel" Galaxy Closely Mirroring the Milky Way Has Astronomers Freaked Out
58Futurism / 11h
Rebel Galaxy Astronomers peering into some of the furthest reaches of our universe have made a " baffling " discovery: the most distant rotating disc galaxy ever observed. And it closely — if not eerily — resembles our own. The structure dubbed REBELS-25 was revealed in high detail using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), as detailed in a study accepted for publication in th
Emanuel Schongut, Cover illustration, 1960s
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
nobrashfestivity : Emanuel Schongut , Cover illustration, 1960s
Supreme Court Snubs Martin Shkreli’s Last-Ditch Bid to Avoid $64 Million Fine
Gizmodo / 12h
There were no generic alternatives to a lifesaving drug when Shkreli jacked up its price by more than $700 per pill in 2015.
Hurricane Milton: See Tampa Bay webcams live as the storm approaches
41Mashable / 12h
Another storm has rapidly intensified. This time, it's Hurricane Milton . The now Category 5 hurricane, packing over 160 mph winds, is projected to make landfall on the west coast of the Florida peninsula on Wednesday, and is tracking towards the well-populated Tampa Bay region. The hurricane jumped from a Category 1 to 5 in under a day . For those in the Tampa area or interested in the storm's i
Skullcandy EcoBuds are at all-time low price ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $15: Skullcandy's already inexpensive EcoBuds are at an even lower price ahead of October Prime Day . Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Skullcandy Ecobuds $24.99 at Amazon $39.99 Save $15.00 Looking for a budget-friendly pair of earbuds? As of Oct. 7, the Skullcandy EcoBuds are on sale for $24.88 — 62 percent off their MSRP of $39.99. The earbuds come in a fun blue tie dye color, "Glacier
Google Pixel 9 Review: The Perfect Flagship Killer
How-To Geek / 12h
This is the Pixel 9, what Google calls as a phone full of firsts, and to which I'm gonna partially agree. See, this particular phone represents a change in Google's ever-changing approach to smartphones. First we had the Nexus which started expensive, then became affordable, only to become expensive again. Then we had the Pixel which started expensive, only to become a border-line midranger with
Oman Air rebrands premium cabin, says Oneworld membership delayed but on track
The Points Guy / 12h
Oman Air hopes to finalize its membership in the global airline alliance, Oneworld, sometime in the second quarter of next year, CEO Con Korfiatis said. The timeline represents a multi-month delay to the years-long membership process for the Muscat, Oman-based carrier. Oman Air first unveiled plans to join Oneworld and its 13 member airlines in 2022; at the time, the airline said it would complet
Holland America cruise ships from newest to oldest — a complete list
81The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. What is the newest Holland America cruise ship? It’s something you want to know if you’re in the market for a Holland America cruise. The newest Holland America ship is typically also the Holland America ship with the most up-to-date venues, including restaurants and bars, as well as the most up-to-date ca
How Hurricane Milton Became a Category 5 Storm in Less Than 24 Hours
200+Gizmodo / 12h
Significant river flooding, storm surge, and rainfall are expected in the Sunshine State as a Category 5 hurricane barrels towards its western coast.
Goodnotes adds an AI that can read and explain even the worst handwriting
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
AI has become very good at holding up its end of a conversation with humans, but a set of new AI features from the digital notetaking app Goodnotes performs an even more impressive stunt by reading handwriting well enough to discuss it and even answer questions about what's been scribbled. Goodnotes, which claims 24 million monthly active users, debuted handwriting editing capabilities along with
Chase’s Best-Ever 90,000 Point Offer For No Annual Fee Ink Business Unlimited Is Back
View from the Wing / 12h
Chase points are immensely valuable. And seeing such a big offer is highly unusual on a no annual fee cards This is something to jump on if you are able. I have this card myself and my wife is planning to apply. Continue reading ...
It’s What’s Inside: Let’s Talk Mega Spoilers With the Writer-Director of the Netflix Hit
56Gizmodo / 12h
io9 spoke with Greg Jardin, creator of the awesome new Netflix thriller.
Tesla’s head of vehicle programs jumps to Waymo ahead of robotaxi reveal
28TechCrunch / 12h
Tesla has lost a top executive to Waymo in the lead-up to the EV maker’s robotaxi unveiling on Thursday. Daniel Ho, Tesla’s former head of vehicle programs and new product integration, last week announced his new role as programs director at Waymo. Ho, who previously reported directly to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, oversaw the development […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only
OneNote Will Make Your Handwriting Prettier
How-To Geek / 12h
OneNote has been one of the most important apps in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem for years. Now, it's gaining a few extra features, including a pair of pen options that will clean up up your handwriting.
The Tattered SkyTeam Lounge Vancouver…
200+One Mile at a Time / 12h
Hello from Vancouver! I’m on the outbound portion of my review trip to South Korea and Japan , and had a quick musing about a lounge I just visited. There were signs all over the lounge asking guests to scan a QR code to provide feedback, but I’ll do so a bit more publicly. The SkyTeam Lounge Vancouver is a mess Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has fairly few lounge options in its internatio
Disney Premier Visa Card review: Only for Disney superfans
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Disney Premier Visa Card overview The Disney® Premier Visa® Card makes sense only for Disney superfans who don’t mind uber-limited redemption options and can make use of all the Disney-related perks. At $49 annually, the Premier offers more than the no-annual-fee Disney® Visa® Card but is still hamstrung b
Medicine Nobel goes to previously unknown way of controlling genes
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
On Monday, the Nobel Committee announced that two US researchers, Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun, will receive the prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discovery of a previously unknown mechanism for controlling the activity of genes. They discovered the first of what is now known to be a large collection of MicroRNAs, short (21-23 bases long) RNAs that bind to and alter the behavior of prote
Hurricane Milton becomes second-fastest storm to reach Category 5 status
200+Ars Technica - All content / 12h
In less than a day, Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified over the southern Gulf of Mexico, exploding from a small Category 1 hurricane into a Category 5 storm. Unfortunately, the hurricane is likely to strengthen further as it tracks eastward toward Florida. The National Hurricane Center reported that Milton had reached sustained winds of 160 mph as of 11:44 pm ET on Monday, with a central pr
Teen achieves first NES Tetris “rebirth,” proves endless play is possible
92Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Months ago, 13-year-old Willis "Blue Scuti" Gibson became the first person to "beat" NES Tetris , crashing the game after a 1,511-line, 157-level performance. Over the weekend, 16-year-old Michael "dogplayingtetris" Artiaga became the first to reach an even more impressive plateau in the game, looping past Level 255 and instantly rolling the game all the way back to the ultra-slow Level 0. It too
Nintendo’s discounted Switch bundles are now available
Engadget / 12h
Nintendo’s new Switch bundles are here. As the seven-year-old console takes its victory lap ahead of the Switch 2, the standard Switch and the OLED model are now available in the new bundles announced in September . The systems are each packaged with redemption codes for a 12-month Switch Online membership and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe . The standard bundle costs $300, and the OLED variant costs $350.
The Aquasonic Black Series Ultra Toothbrush for 37% off Is a Good Reason to Smile for Prime Day
Gizmodo / 12h
Right now you can smile with this Aquasonic electric toothbrush bundle for just $38
Snag 'Madden NFL 25' at 31% off — a touchdown of a deal
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $22: As of October 7, get Madden NFL 25 for just $47.99, down from $69.99, on PlayStation and Xbox at Amazon. That's a discount of 31%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 'Madden NFL 25' $47.99 at Amazon $69.99 Save $22.00 It's finally football season again. If you're the type of person who loves to invite friends and family over and catch the game over dinner, you might also be interested
Google's former CEO: AI advances more important than climate conservation
Mashable / 12h
AI is demanding more and more energy for its immense processing needs, and while many of it's leaders are addressing the climate concerns , others are letting artificial intelligence lead the way. Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt is among the latter, for one. Appearing at a recent Washington AI summit, Schmidt argued that current climate goals should be abandoned in favor of a no-bars-held approach to
Makers rejoice! This mini PC has a rare expansion connector that no rival offers — 9-pin port is located on the front of Geekom device and could be useful for some great DIY projects
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Mini PC makers are becoming increasingly inventive as they cater to the growing demand for compact yet powerful computing solutions. With consumers and businesses alike seeking more space-efficient devices without compromising performance, manufacturers are pushing boundaries in design and functionality. Geekom makes some of our favorite mini devices, like the AX8 Pro , and its latest offering, t
Five Signs That a Great Offer on Your House Is a Scam
LifeHacker / 12h
Selling a house can be a frustrating experience. First, there’s the time factor—it takes an average of about two months to sell a house, and can take much longer depending on the market you’re in and other factors. Second, there’s the price—the market might be hot, but nearly a third of home sellers wind up reducing their asking price . If you’re counting on getting a certain amount out of your h
Apple's M2 MacBook Air Is Now on Sale for $749
LifeHacker / 12h
Apple's M-series Macs have been a boon for the company and its customers. These computers are powerful, fast, and sleek, even if you don't go for the Pro models. Truly, the MacBook Air line has been the best value for the average consumer, which is why this latest early Prime Day deal is so good. Apple's M2 MacBook Air is at its lowest price ever Right now, you can pick up an M2 MacBook Air for j
Meta is working to fix Threads' engagement bait problem
Engadget / 12h
If you’re active on Meta’s Threads app, then you’ve probably encountered some amount of engagement bait in your “for you”” feed. Now, Instagram chief Adam Mosseri has acknowledged the issue, saying that the company is “working to get it under control" after a spike in such posts. “We’ve seen an increase in engagement-bait on Threads and we’re working to get it under control,” Mosseri said in a po
Price error or not, these AirTags are a steal this Prime Day on Amazon
Gizmodo / 12h
Amazon spares no Apple product, not even the AirTags.
The Latest Fire HD Tablet Has Never Been Priced Lower Than It Is Right Now, Up to 53% Off for Prime Day Eve
Gizmodo / 12h
Amazon's top-rated full-HD tablet is a Prime Day Eve steal at just $75.
Apple fixes bugs in macOS Sequoia that broke some cybersecurity tools
TechCrunch / 12h
Apple said the new macOS release "improves compatibility with third-party security software," after the first operating systems release broke several cybersecurity tools. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
iRobot's Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop is $600 off for Prime Day
Engadget / 12h
Prime Day is back, meaning there are a ton of deals worth checking out on Amazon. Those who have been looking for a robot vacuum cleaner are in luck, as there are deals on several of iRobot's Roomba devices. The Combo j9+, which also includes a mop function, has dropped to $800 for Prime Day. That's $800 off the regular price of $1,400 and it marks a return to a record low. This is our pick for t
Bring Home the Ninja Air Fryer for 39% off This Prime Day and Make Dinner in a Flash
Gizmodo / 12h
This compact air fryer can handle all the heavy lifting so you can get dinner on the table faster.
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