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Nosferatu’s Resurrection Was a Long Time Coming
Wired / now
There’s nothing more done to death than the vampire. Director Robert Eggers says he tried to avoid the obvious by returning to “the older folklore.”
Apple invests billions in Globalstar for satellite services and improved iPhone connectivity
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 13min
Apple wants to bridge gaps in connectivity with advanced satellite technology New direct-to-device satellite services how to expand signal to remote areas Enhanced satellite services redefine iPhone’s global communication reach Apple is working to enhance satellite-based services for iPhone users, focusing on improving connectivity in areas lacking cellular coverage. Building on its 2022 collabor
The Most Disappointing Gadgets of 2024
Gizmodo / 36min
These are the products that broke our hearts this year.
GPS Jamming And Bird Strike Eyed As Azerbaijan Airlines Crash Leaves 40 Dead, 27 Pulled From Wreckage
View from the Wing / 36min
On December 25, 2024, Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243, an Embraer ERJ-190 aircraft, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, during an attempted emergency landing. The flight, carrying 62 passengers and five crew members, was enroute from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia, when it diverted to Aktau due to adverse weather conditions. Continue reading ...
Twinkly Reindeer Review: Bright and Customizable At a High Price
How-To Geek / 39min
Most holiday decor is pretty static. You flip a switch, and the lights turn on. After testing out the Twinkly Reindeer for several weeks, I can tell you that I don't plan to go back to "dumb" decorations any time soon. Now if only smart home devices weren't so pricey.
Tragic: Azerbaijan Airlines Jet Crashes In Kazakhstan
One Mile at a Time / 44min
Commercial aviation is incredibly safe, and there are often long periods of time where we don’t see any fatal accidents. Well, unfortunately today isn’t one of those days, as an Azerbaijan Airlines jet bound for Russia diverted to Kazakhstan, where it crashed, killing dozens. Azerbaijan Airlines E190 crashes after weather diversion This incident happened today (Wednesday, December 25, 2024), and
You Need to Create a Secret Password With Your Family
Wired / 1h
AI voice cloning and deepfakes are supercharging scams. One method to protect your loved ones and yourself is to create secret code words to verify someone’s identity in real time.
Just got an Apple Watch for Christmas? Here are five apps you should download right away
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
If you’ve opened up an Apple Watch for the first time this Christmas, then you might be wondering where to start. While you can do a range of things on all of the best Apple Watch models, from tracking workouts and making payments to turn-by-turn navigation and voice calling, having even a few great apps can make your Apple Watch a do-it-all wearable companion you’ll wonder how you ever lived wit
These stunning images trace ships’ routes as they move
MIT Technology Review / 1h
As we run, drive, bike, and fly, we leave behind telltale marks of our movements on Earth—if you know where to look. Physical tracks, thermal signatures, and chemical traces can reveal where we’ve been. But another type of trail we leave comes from the radio signals emitted by the cars, planes, trains, and boats we use. On airplanes, technology called ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broad
Revisiting a year of Roundtables, MIT Technology Review’s subscriber-only events
MIT Technology Review / 1h
The worst technologies of 2024. The future of mixed reality. AI’s impact on the climate. These are just a few of the topics we covered this year in MIT Technology Review ’s monthly event series, Roundtables. The series offers a unique opportunity to hear straight from our reporters and editors about what’s next for emerging technologies. Available exclusively for subscribers, these 30-minute onli
This new digital marketing tool can generate an entire marketing campaign with just a few prompts
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Promeo offers AI creativity with local processing for privacy and speed AI marketing design software leverages Intel Core Ultra Processors Promoting digital marketing made easier with advanced AI-driven creativity A new release from Promeo - a generative AI tool for marketing and design, looks to allow users to create high-quality promotional materials, visuals and marketing content with minimal
Nosferatu review: Is Robert Eggers remake a blessing or a curse?
Mashable / 1h
By definition, the undead will never stay dead. Cursed to be eternally exhumed by authors and filmmakers, the vampire tempts bloodthirsty audiences ready to slurp up Gothic fiction of unspeakable desire. It’s been over 100 years since F. W. Murnau’s Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, an unofficial Dracula adaptation, hit theaters. And we’re still insatiable for the 19th-century tale. That includes
Save 27% on this classic cruiser with modern tech
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: The SWFT Krost Beach Cruiser e-bike offers style, performance, and a 500W motor for effortless rides at $799.99 (reg. $1,099). This coming year, trade your screen time for sunny skies and fresh air (even if it's colder than you like) with the SWFT Krost Beach Cruiser eBike. Designed to help you stay active and explore in style , the Krost is the ultimate solution for anyone looking to stic
2TB of cloud storage to organize your life forever
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to 2TB of secure, easy-to-use cloud storage with FileJump for just $79.97 (reg. $467). Looking to kick off the new year more organized? Start by tackling your digital clutter with FileJump’s 2TB Lifetime Cloud Storage. For just $79.97 (reg. $467), you can back up your files, free up your devices , and ensure your important documents, photos, and videos are always access
The Apple iPad mini — perfectly sized and just $299.99
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: The grade-A refurbished iPad mini 5th Gen packs a powerful punch in a compact design with stunning visuals and top-tier performance for $299.99 (reg. $549). Looking for a portable tech companion that doesn’t compromise on power? Lucky for you, we have this grade-A refurbished 2019 iPad mini 5th Gen — your go-to device for work, play, and everything in between . With its sleek 7.9-inch disp
An A.I. Boom Makes Electricians Flock to Central Washington
NYT > Technology / 1h
The rural region is changing fast as electricians from around the country plug the tech industry’s new, giant data centers into its ample power supply.
How To Redeem Accor Live Limitless Points: 1,000 Points = €20
One Mile at a Time / 1h
In the past, I’ve written guides about how to redeem points with some major hotel loyalty programs, like Hilton Honors , Marriott Bonvoy , and World of Hyatt . Accor Live Limitless (ALL) is a major hotel program that I don’t write about much, and in this post, I thought it would be interesting to talk about redeeming points with the French hotel group. After all, Accor is an absolutely massive br
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for December 25 (#563)
How-To Geek / 1h
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.
Hackers are tricking victims into scam-yourself attacks with fake tutorials, CAPTCHAs, and updates
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
AI continues to play a dual role in cybersecurity Lumma Stealer rises 1154%, marking a new malware peak Outdated systems remain vulnerable to ransomware In its recent Q3 2024 Threat Report , Gen highlights alarming trends that reveal the rising complexity of cyber threats, highlighting that as cybercriminals refine their methods, the dual role of AI becomes evident. While AI can be weaponized to
How To Redeem Miles For LATAM Business Class
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Note : This post is updated to reflect that Alaska Mileage Plan once again has access to LATAM business class awards, and is generally going to be the best value for these redemptions. LATAM is the largest airline in Latin America, and I’ve recently flown the airline twice in business class. In this post, I wanted to take a look at the best options for redeeming miles & points for LATAM business
Give Your Social Health a Decent Workout
Wired / 2h
Your physical and mental well-being are crucial—but the picture isn’t complete if you aren’t flexing your connection muscles, too. Here’s how to build—and keep—your social health.
Hurdle hints and answers for December 25
Mashable / 4h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
Many businesses feel stuck with outdated CRM systems due to complexity, disruption, and cost
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Leaders demand simpler CRMs with immediate ROI and support Businesses feel trapped by cost and complexity of CRM Successful CRM transitions lead to improved business efficiency Despite the widespread adoption of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, many organizations struggle with dissatisfaction. A recent report by Workbooks found while 80% of sales and marketing professionals use a C
Get 5 years of privacy on 10 devices for only £28 with this VPN
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Protect your privacy with a 5-year AdGuard VPN subscription for £27.90 (reg. £286.77). This VPN deal is only available at the Mashable Shop for a few more days. Ever been frustrated by region-locked content when traveling? Or maybe you're more concerned about leaving your digital footprint all over the internet? With geo-restrictions tightening and privacy concerns growing, a solid VPN is
How to watch Australia vs. India 4th Test online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Australia vs. India for free on 7Plus . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Australia and India continue to do battle in their electric Test series, with everything still on the line. The fourth Test between these two juggernauts is going to be tense, with the eyes of the cricketing world locked on the Melbourne Cricket Ground. If you wa
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 25
Mashable / 7h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , 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 th
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 25, 2024
Mashable / 8h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 25
Mashable / 8h
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 today'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, Su
NYT Strands hints, answers for December 25
Mashable / 8h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
SpaceX Tests New Heat Shield and Adds Tanks for Engine Restarts
Next Big Future / 8h
SpaceX continues to improve the design of the Starship heat shield and has added small tanks to help with the engine restart. The new designs were covered by Felix Schlang at What About It?
Old 1962 Hall Effect Thrusters versus a Modern SpaceX Argon Thurster
Next Big Future / 10h
The lower box is one the earliest spacecraft ion thrusters (from EOS circa 1962), and on top is a new arrival, a modern marvel from the SpaceX Starlink satellites used for on orbit maneuvering. SpaceX has mastered Argon SpaceX has mastered Argon Hall Effect thrusters, something no one else has been able to do. This ... Read more
Quordle today – my hints and answers for Wednesday, December 25 (game #1066)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 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 NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles, while Marc's Wor
NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Wednesday, December 25 (game #563)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
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 Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too, while Marc's Wordle today p
NYT Strands today — my hints, answers and spangram for Wednesday, December 25 (game #297)
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
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 NYT
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