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Man Tests If Tesla Autopilot Will Crash Into Wall Painted to Look Like Road
12KFuturism / 16h
In a damning new video , YouTuber and former NASA engineer Mark Rober has perfectly demonstrated why Tesla relying entirely on visual data from a suite of cameras isn't such a good idea for driver-assistance tech. The Elon Musk-led EV maker has given up entirely on LIDAR or radar sensors, which its many competitors have been using for object detection for years, with Musk once calling LIDAR " fri
Everything You Say to Your Echo Will Soon Be Sent to Amazon, and You Can’t Opt Out
7KWired / 13h
Amazon is killing its “Do Not Send Voice Recordings” privacy feature on March 28 as the company aims to bolster Alexa+, its new subscription assistant.
New Air France La Premiere First Class: What Can We Expect?
2KOne Mile at a Time / 21h
In mid-2022, Air France formally announced plans to introduce a new first class product (marketed as “La Premiere”). Details were fairly limited at the time, though it’s no doubt one of the most exciting first class products on the horizon . As is the case with so many new airline products, Air France has experienced delays with rolling this out, in part due to supply chain issues. However, we wo
LG Promo Codes: Extra 20% Off
Wired / 1h
Save 20% with an LG promo code and explore today’s latest coupons for appliances and electronics.
Lego is giving away an exclusive Mothers Day Flower for free. Here’s how to get yours.
Mashable / 2h
FREE LEGO: On March 23-23, build a Mother's Day Flower model at participating stores (UK and Ireland) and take it home with you for free. Find participating stores here . Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego: Free Mother's Day Flower Lego has been on an incredible run of generosity lately. On Feb. 9, customers had the opportunity to build a Lego Valentine's Day Heart and take it home for free.
28 of the best Stanford University courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Online courses from Stanford University are available to take for free on edX. Looking to find online courses covering useful topics like Python , AI, computer science, and much more? edX is the place for you. This hub for online courses hosts lessons on a wide range of subjects. And better yet, these online courses are delivered by famous schools like Stanford University. We have checked
How to unblock XVideos for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Unblock XVideos from anywhere in the world with a VPN. The best VPN for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . In many locations around the world, your access to porn sites like XVideos will be restricted. There are probably good reasons for this block being in place, but there is also something to be said for retaining your right to online freedom. In a valiant effort to preserve your onli
How to unblock Pornhub for free in Florida
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub from Florida with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . More than a third of U.S. states have introduced restrictions for online adult content, including Florida. With the introduction of age verification laws, millions of users in Florida are now unable to access Pornhub . The reasons for these restrictions are complicated, but the workaround is
How to watch Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers on Sling TV . The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers will meet this week for two highly anticipated matchups in the MLB Tokyo Series, which marks the start of the 2025 regular season. All eyes are on the Cubs and Dodgers — two teams with decades-long cult followings. The Dodgers have really been in the spotlight since Japanese player Shohe
The best eSIM for Japan in 2025
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The best eSIM for Ireland is Saily. Save 5% on Saily eSIM data plans with the exclusive coupon code MASHABLE10 . The World Expo 2025 will take place in Osaka. The mega event is forecasted to attract a significant audience, with around 500 events taking place over the course of six months. With several million international visitors expected, there will be a huge number of people looking fo
Bose Coupon Codes & Discounts: 10% Off
Wired / 2h
Enjoy at least 10% off headphones, speakers, soundbars, and other audio products from Bose.
Waymo’s milestone SFO mapping permit comes with strings attached
41TechCrunch / 3h
Waymo has been given permission to map roadways at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) via a temporary permit — the first step in the Alphabet company’s bid to unlock a potentially lucrative use case for its robotaxis. The temporary permit, which was announced Monday evening by San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, kicked off March […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Hurdle hints and answers for March 18, 2025
Mashable / 5h
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
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 18
Mashable / 5h
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 Strands hints, answers for March 18
Mashable / 5h
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
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 18, 2025
Mashable / 5h
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 March 18, 2025
Mashable / 5h
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
Viewsonic's 5K monitor finally goes on sale, but is it already too little too late to make a splash?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
ViewSonic VP2788-5K enters the growing 5K space, but does it justify its premium price tag? ASUS ProArt PA27JCV offers pro-level color accuracy without breaking the bank Samsung ViewFinity S9 redefines what a 5K monitor can be with built-in smart TV capabilities The growing market for 5K and 8K monitors has seen more brands introducing high-resolution monitors for photo editing and video editing
Elon Musk’s Starlink Expands Across White House Complex
500+NYT > Technology / 5h
Trump administration officials said the company donated the internet service, saying the gift had been vetted by the lawyer overseeing ethics issues in the White House Counsel’s Office.
Amazon's Panos Panay teases future Alexa+ devices from speakers to possible wearables
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Amazon's devices chief, Panos Panay, chatted Alexa+ hardware with Bloomberg Panos teased new hardware across its entry, core, and signature categories We'll likely see new speakers and smart displays, but also new device types, including wearables like smart glasses and 'wrist-worn devices' Since October 2023, we’ve seen Panos Panay's arrival usher in changes within Amazon Devices group – think E
Subsea fibre cables can 'listen out' for sabotage
25BBC News / 6h
Ways are being developed for subsea cables to "sense" whether they are being disturbed or attacked.
Here’s Where You Can Still Watch Classic Looney Tunes Cartoons—and Why You Should
88Gizmodo / 6h
With the release of The Day the Earth Blew Up , you'd think Warner Bros. would celebrate one of its most iconic franchises.
Disasters spur investment in flood and fire risk tech
BBC News / 7h
Services that assess climate change risks are springing up for home buyers, insurers and lenders.
This OneAir Flight- and Hotel-Finder Subscription Is Just $70 Right Now for Life
Lifehacker / 7h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Travel deals can be hit or miss as prices jump around and deals disappear before you can check your schedule. The OneAir Elite Lifetime Subscription is designed to do the heavy lifting for you. A members-only deal-alert service, it tracks flight prices using AI, scans for m
Google revives talks to acquire Wiz at higher valuation
81TechCrunch / 8h
Google’s parent company Alphabet is again in advanced talks to acquire cloud cybersecurity startup Wiz, a person familiar with the deal told TechCrunch. The two companies were close to securing a deal at a $23 billion valuation last summer, but the transaction failed to materialize. This time, the price being discussed is higher, the person […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal
These Sonos Speakers Are on Sale for Their Lowest Prices Ever
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Sonos takes their user-friendliness seriously. When people complained about an update on their companion app that got rid of many cool features, Sonos listened and put them back . That's the kind of commitment to their customers you can expect from Sonos, and why they've be
You Can Get Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac for Just $80 Right Now
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re tired of subscription fees stacking up, this Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac deal at StackSocial might be worth a look. It’s a one-time purchase (of $79.95, 63% off its usual $220) that works with macOS Ventura (version 13) or later, and once activat
My Wife’s Tiny Business Got This Citi Card—And It Helps Our Whole Family Move Miles
View from the Wing / 8h
My wife was approved for this card. Her small business is… very small. But the interesting thing, beyond that they’d approve her, is what happens to the points. Continue reading ...
New rumors predict a foldable iPhone will launch next year – and cost almost twice as much as the iPhone 16 Pro Max
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
The folding iPhone is again tipped to launch in 2026 A starting price of $2,300 has been predicted It's unlikely that it will be unveiled this year While rumors of a foldable iPhone have been circulating for years, there's a growing pile of evidence that Apple is finally about to put a folding phone out into the world. Two fresh leaks give us a better idea of when it'll arrive and the high price
Report: mRNA vaccines are in RFK Jr’s crosshairs; funding in question
77Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Federal support for mRNA vaccine research appears in jeopardy after KFF Health News reported Sunday that officials at the National Institutes of Health have directed scientists to remove all references to the lifesaving technology from their grant applications. All such research is now under direct scrutiny from health secretary and long-time anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A senior o
Researchers engineer bacteria to produce plastics
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Plastics are great, except when it comes to making or disposing of them. Production generally requires the use of chemicals derived from fossil fuels, and so helps to continue our reliance on them. And the final products are generally not biodegradable, so they tend to stick around despite breaking down into ever smaller fragments . Biology might ultimately provide a solution, however. Researcher
Donald Trump Held Another Million-Dollar ‘Candlelight’ Dinner—With Elon Musk in Tow
500+Wired / 8h
Unlike the previous fundraiser, this event did not appear on President Donald Trump’s official schedule.
This fanless PC looks like a giant heatsink and has one incredible feature: five, yes five, 4K-capable HDMI ports
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
The Maxtang SXRL-20 mini PC's aluminum chassis doubles as a heatsink for stable operation Five HDMI ports enable multi-display, digital signage, and surveillance setups Fanless design ensures silent, efficient operation in industrial settings The Maxtang SXRL-20 is a passively cooled mini PC powered by Intel’s 12th Gen Core processors, featuring an Intel Core i5-1235U with a thermal envelope of 1
Korean Air to add premium economy on 11 Boeing 777s, plans lounge revamps at JFK, LAX
The Points Guy / 9h
Fresh off a major revamp to its brand and inflight experience, Korean Air is planning to bring premium economy to its fleet for the first time — and sunset its first-class cabin on about a dozen long-haul jets in the process. South Korea’s flag carrier is also plotting a major upgrade for its two U.S. lounges. Monday’s announcement marks the latest in a series of changes at the Seoul-based airlin
There's no need for a monitor with this Ryzen AI-powered mini PC
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
The Aoostar G-flip 370 is going to be released in "mid-March" 2025 It features an AMD Ryzen 9 HX 370 APU and a 5-inch 1080p flip-up display No pricing has been announced, but it's expected to retail for $700-800 Mini PC manufacturer Aoostar has announced its new G-Flip 370 model which features the powerful AMD Ryzen 9 HX 370 SoC with 12 cores (24 threads) and a boost clock of up to 5.1 GHz. It's
This prototype mini PC demonstrates a massive leap forward for integrated graphics in a console form factor
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
GMKtec's new prototype mini can run demanding games at 1440p above 60fps It features an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU with a Radeon 8060S iGPU No pricing or release date has been announced at this time A new prototype mini PC from GMKtec is boasting what's been called the "best iGPU performance" ever seen with hardware that appears to play demanding titles at 1440p and over 60fps across the board. Sp
What Is a Blue Moon and When Is the Next One?
How-To Geek / 9h
Blue moon, as a term, is pretty misleading. It's neither particularly rare, as suggested by the popular idiom "once in a blue moon," nor blue in color. So, what does a blue moon signify? Here's everything you need to know.
You Can Try Notepad’s New AI Summarizer in Windows 11 Now (If You Pay)
Lifehacker / 9h
Microsoft is adding new AI features to Notepad and Snipping Tool in Windows 11, but there's a catch: Some of these are locked behind a paywall. The company is rolling out an AI feature for Notepad that can summarize articles for you, while the Snipping Tool will let you draw shapes with ease. All of these updates are available via the Windows Insider program for those who want to try beta softwar
Skywriter Turns Bluesky Threads Into ‘Articles’ for Easy Reading
Lifehacker / 9h
I never enjoyed the experience of reading long threads on Twitter (the same goes for X), and I don't think any of its successors have done a particularly great job making them easier to read. Since Bluesky is the preferred home of X-pats , I've been reading a number of lengthy threads there, and after I encountered multiple threads with 10+ posts, I went looking for a tool that would make it easi
Users Cheer as Microsoft Accidentally Removes Hated AI Feature From Windows 11
200+Futurism / 9h
Microsoft has "unintentionally uninstalled" its Copilot AI assistant app on some devices running its latest operating system Windows 11 — and users, strikingly, are rejoicing the temporary respite from the despised feature. "We’re aware of an issue with the Microsoft Copilot app affecting some devices," admitted in Windows support documentation posted last week, as spotted by The Verge . Microsof
The Ugly Stepsister trailer has big The Substance vibes
Mashable / 9h
"What if Wicked and The Substance had a grubby baby?" This was the headline for my review of The Ugly Stepsister out of Sundance 2025, as I cheered this twisted fairytale full of violent beauty treatments and body horror. SEE ALSO: How 'The Substance' broke the Oscars mold Directed by Emilie Blichfeldt, The Ugly Stepsister re-imagines the tale of Cinderella from the perspective of one of her mali
OpenAI exec leaves to found materials science startup
61TechCrunch / 9h
Liam Fedus, OpenAI’s VP of research for post-training, is leaving the company to found a materials science AI startup. The Information initially reported Fedus’ plans. In a statement on X, Fedus confirmed the report and added a few additional details. “My undergrad was in physics and I’m keen to apply this technology there,” Fedus said […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use
“Awful”: Roku tests autoplaying ads loading before the home screen
65Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Owners of smart TVs and streaming sticks running Roku OS are already subject to video advertisements on the home screen. Now, Roku is testing what it might look like if it took things a step further and forced people to watch a video ad play before getting to the Roku OS home screen. Reports of Roku customers seeing video ads automatically play before they could view the OS’ home screen started a
Intel could be in for significant changes as Lip-Bu Tan takes on CEO role
71TechCrunch / 10h
Intel’s new CEO Lip-Bu Tan seems ready to get right to work to turn around the struggling company. The semiconductor giant’s new executive is considering sweeping changes for the company’s chip manufacturing and AI strategies, according to Reuters, including cutting middle management staff and revamping the company’s approach to manufacturing chips. Tan reportedly told company […] © 2024 TechCrun
Rippling sues Deel, Deel denies ‘all legal wrongdoing,’ and Slack is the main witness
32TechCrunch / 10h
It’s gloves off in one of the more tense rivalries in the world of startups. HR company Rippling Monday morning announced a lawsuit against Deel, another big player in the same space. The dramatic 50-page complaint alleges racketeering, misappropriation of trade secrets, tortious interference, unfair competition, and aiding and abetting a breach of fiduciary duty. […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All right
Why are people leaving ChatGPT for this new AI?
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: Get an AI Magicx lifetime subscription for $64.99 with code MAGIC35 (reg. $99.99). Fewer than 50 are left in stock. You know the feeling — you ask ChatGPT for help with a creative project, and it spits out something…underwhelming. It’s fine, but it could be better. That’s why so many writers, designers, and creators are moving to this new AI tool for content creation . AI Magicx is what Ch
I reckon the Nintendo Switch 2 could launch with Metroid Prime 4 – here’s why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is tipped to get a showcase at April's Nintendo Direct If this tip is correct, we could finally see the game in action This has me thinking Metroid Prime 4: Beyond could be a launch game for the Nintendo Switch 2 We’re a little more than two weeks away from the next Nintendo Direct, where we expect to hear much more about the Nintendo Switch 2 , and Metroid Prime 4 has bee
This app limits your screen time by making you literally touch grass
57TechCrunch / 10h
If you’ve ever spent way too long scrolling through endless feeds about nothing, you may have been advised to touch grass. It’s a tongue-in-cheek suggestion, basically telling you to log off and go outside. But one developer took the concept to the next level. Rhys Kentish launched an iOS app last week called Touch Grass, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Google's fix for busted Chromecasts is out now
38Engadget / 10h
Google's software fix for older Chromecasts devices that weren't casting is rolling out now, according to an email the company sent to impacted owners. You can view the text of the email in the Google Nest Community pages. If you didn't factory-reset your device, it may already be working. If you're still not able to cast, though, Google recommends rebooting your device and trying again. Any Chro
Delta marks 100th anniversary with special blue-and-silver paint scheme
The Points Guy / 10h
Age may just be a number, but in the volatile and cutthroat airline world, it certainly is remarkable to hit triple digits. Delta Air Lines became the first U.S. airline to reach that threshold earlier in March when it marked its first 100 years. The Atlanta-based carrier took off as Huff Daland Dusters in March 1925. “Since then, we’ve grown into an industry-leading premium brand and global airl
The Out-of-Touch-Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: Lady Gaga and the Death of Neo-Medievalism
Lifehacker / 10h
I try to write about emerging trends in this column, but this week I'm flipping the script, as they say, and taking a look at the end of four popular things: Neo-medievalism, Kendrick Lamar, memes, and movies are all in the process of being thrown into the garbage heap by young people. Lady Gaga and the death of neo-medievalism If you watched Lady Gaga's appearance on Saturday Night Live on March
Microsoft Just Uninstalled Copilot From Your PC
Lifehacker / 10h
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday update is an important one, patching 57 security vulnerabilities (including seven zero-day flaws). It's an update I'd encourage all Windows users to install as soon as possible, especially as those zero-day vulnerabilities pose a serious security risk to anyone using a PC. As it happens, this update comes with an extra patch that Microsoft didn't initially disclos
Flailing OpenAI Calls for Ban on Chinese AI
56Futurism / 10h
A year or two ago, OpenAI was on top of the world. Now... well, it's still probably still the world's buzziest AI startup, but its new models aren't making the splash they once were, its business model is as hazy as ever , and competition is rapidly catching up . What does a $ 300 billion tech company do in that situation? Double down on innovation and development — or blame a scary foreign bogey
The Xbox 360 May Now Be the Most Easily-Moddable Console Next to the Original Xbox
34Gizmodo / 10h
All you need is an Xbox 360, a USB drive and two specific games to access homebrews or previously region-locked titles.
Tesla’s Self-Driving Fails the Wile E. Coyote Test
77Gizmodo / 10h
Turns out LiDAR might have some benefits.
Ubuntu Linux 25.04 Will Be a Great Upgrade for Games
How-To Geek / 10h
Windows has typically been the platform of choice for gaming, but Linux is becoming an increasingly useful option for playing games as well. With Ubuntu 25.04, you might be getting a cool feature that will squeeze more performance out of your computer.
Gemini's AI Summaries Are Coming to Google Docs
How-To Geek / 10h
Google Workspace is introducing a new feature for Google Docs that uses AI to summarize documents. This feature is built on Gemini AI technology and allows users to create summaries of their texts.
How the Discovery of Uranus 240 Years Ago Doubled the Size of the Solar System
How-To Geek / 10h
Uranus' accidental discovery 240 years ago greatly enhanced our understanding of the solar system, doubling the size of the solar system as we knew it at the time. Here's how a German astronomer stumbled upon the ice giant.
Colin Farrell May Go From The Penguin to Sgt. Rock
28Gizmodo / 10h
The Batman villain may take on a new DC role with director Luca Guadagnino, closing the door on those Robert Pattinson rumors.
Move Over, H5N1—Another Bird Flu Strain Has Arrived in the U.S.
100+Gizmodo / 10h
It's the first poultry outbreak of H7N9 seen within the U.S. in nearly a decade.
Google Is Finally Fixing Chromecasts After a Week of Downtime
How-To Geek / 10h
After over a week of the Chromecast (2nd Gen) and Chromecast Audio being completely nonfunctional, Google is finally rolling out a fix for the streaming devices.
Tiny Mac Mini rival can power four 8K monitors, and is the first mini PC to receive AMD's powerful Ryzen 7 260 APU
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Minisforum AI X1 excels in AI tasks with 38 TOPS of machine learning processing power Supports four 8K monitors via HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.0, and USB4 ports Offers fast connectivity with dual 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4 Minisforum has introduced the AI X1, a compact mini PC powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 260 APU, capable of supporting four 8K displays. The AI X1 features the AMD Ryzen
Googles new AI model is being used to remove image watermarks
Mashable / 10h
It's bad enough that tech companies trained their AI models on content that doesn't belong to them. Now, however, it appears that at least one AI model is being used to remove watermarks from images so others can use content that doesn't belong to them, too. Social media users have recently discovered that Google's new Gemini 2.0 Flash AI model can be used to remove watermarks from images. This T
Credit card transfer bonuses (March): Get bonus points when you transfer to Avianca, Marriott and more
100+The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Transfer bonuses can offer lucrative opportunities to maximize your points and miles and work your way toward fantastic award redemptions . You can sometimes get significantly more value from your rewards by transferring them to a specific airline or hotel partner during one of these bonus periods. Remembe
San Francisco Is Getting Its Own Council of Tech Oligarchs
Gizmodo / 11h
More than usual, San Francisco's C-suite will now have access to city hall.
Beats Studio Buds Now Just $99, the Best Apple Alternative to AirPods on a Budget
23Gizmodo / 11h
Save 33% on the Beats Studio Buds active noise cancelling earphones for a limited time.
How to schedule an Instagram DM
Mashable / 11h
There's a new Instagram feature that could prove to be revolutionary for three very specific communities: Guys who want to be the first to say "happy birthday" People who don't want to seem too eager but also don't want to forget to message a new friend Dudes who say "good morning, beautiful" but want to sleep in That's right. You can schedule messages on Instagram DMs now — here's how: SEE ALSO:
The Pixel 9a has leaked so thoroughly that YouTubers are reviewing it
Engadget / 11h
The release of the Pixel 9a is apparently very near, because after a regular cadence of leaks about the yet-to-be announced budget phone, at least two YouTubers have reviewed it early. Both The Mobile Central and Sahil Karoul have Google's new phone and released reviews that confirm a lot of the information that trickled out about the budget phone since the Pixel 8a was released. The biggest and
Bless the Modder Who Is Fixing AMD’s Newest GPUs
Gizmodo / 11h
Modders FTW!
Firefly Bids Farewell to Its Lunar Lander After 14 Days on the Moon
Gizmodo / 11h
Following the success of its first mission, the company is planning on launching a lunar lander every year.
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Google Pixel 9 Pro
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Pixel 9 Pro is the latest and most premium model in the Pixel lineup , and right now, the unlocked 128GB Google Pixel 9 Pro is discounted to $749 (originally $999). That's the lowest price it has ever been on Amazon, according to price-tracking tools . The 256GB version
The Seven Vegetables You Should Always Grow From Seeds (and Why)
Lifehacker / 11h
It's so tempting to buy starts—I get it. It feels great to look out over the garden, and finally see something in the beds, bringing color back to the landscape. But before you buy, you should seriously consider growing the following vegetables from seed. It might mean waiting a little longer for your crops, but your yields will likely be better. Carrots Carrot seeds are small and cheap. You can
Saw XI Has Reportedly Been Cancelled
65Gizmodo / 11h
The latest entry in the Lionsgate horror franchise was supposed to finally hit theaters in September.
Shocker: The M4 MacBook Air Is Still Not Super Repairable
How-To Geek / 11h
The new M4 MacBook Air might be a great upgrade in performance and pricing, but unfortunately, it’s still far from easy to repair. iFixit has released its teardown results for the latest MacBook, calling it “a mix of good intentions and frustrating limitations that continues to fall short of what consumers deserve in a premium laptop.”
Flexport accuses former employees of stealing its source code to create a rival startup
TechCrunch / 11h
Flexport accuses Freightmate of being the product of "theft, not ingenuity" in its lawsuit against the startup. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
All AI-Generated Material Must Be Labeled Online, China Announces
75Futurism / 11h
In collaboration with a number of government ministries, the Chinese internet watchdog Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has announced that all AI-generated content on the internet will have to be labeled as such. As Bloomberg reports , the new regulation will require any synthetic content to be identified, either explicitly in its description or via metadata encoding. It's a major inflect
Google’s New AI Model Can Remove Watermarks From Images
100+Gizmodo / 11h
Gemini 2.0 Flash's image model is very good, though not perfect, at erasing objects in an image.
BillPay By Bilt: Bilt Updates Rent Payment Process
One Mile at a Time / 11h
I’ve written extensively about the Bilt Mastercard® ( review ), which is an innovative and rewarding credit card . The greatest selling point of the card is that you can earn points for paying your rent . Bilt has just announced that it’s making some updates to how these payments are processed. Don’t worry, nothing is actually changing about the rewards structure, but most members will have to ta
Trump plan to fund Musk’s Starlink over fiber called “betrayal” of rural US
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
A federal broadband official departed the US government with a warning that a Trump administration plan will strand rural Americans with worse Internet access in order to help Elon Musk secure public money for Starlink. "Stranding all or part of rural America with worse Internet so that we can make the world's richest man even richer is yet another in a long line of betrayals by Washington," wrot
Sobering revenue stats of 70K mobile apps show why devs beg for subscriptions
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
If you're frustrated by some of your favorite apps pestering you to sign up for a subscription, some new data may help you empathize with their developers more. According to revenue data from "over 75,000" mobile apps, the vast majority have a hard time making $1,000 per month. The data is detailed in RevenueCat's 2025 State of Subscription Apps report. RevenueCat makes a mobile app subscription
AMD powers the world's fastest all-in-one PC, and yes, I've probably overstretched the definition of AIO PC just a tiny bit
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Aoostar G-FLIP mini PC sports a 5.5-inch 1920×1080 touchscreen display OCulink’s 64 Gbps bandwidth enables seamless external GPU connectivity Expandable memory up to 96GB RAM and 8TB SSD storage Aoostar has introduced the G-FLIP, a mini PC featuring a 5.5-inch Full HD touchscreen with a 1920×1080 resolution, a 60Hz refresh rate, and a hinged design that tilts between 0 and 65 degrees for system m
The perfect 1-day field trip in Washington, DC, for travelers of all ages
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This trip took place in 2023, but this article has been updated in 2025 with current information. Washington, D.C., offers visitors world-renowned museums and iconic landmarks like the White House, the Capitol and the monuments along the National Mall. However, the city isn’t only about history. There are also booming food and entertainment scenes. Many Americans first come to the
At This Point, Maybe Just Read the Book Behind Mickey 17 Instead
55Gizmodo / 12h
As rumors swirl that Bong Joon Ho's Robert Pattinson-starring sci-fi film is hitting streaming soon, the superior source material is still your best choice.
Iguanas Pulled Off ‘Crazy’ Record-Breaking Ocean Voyage, Scientists Say
Gizmodo / 12h
The trek—from the North American desert to Fiji—now represents the longest known migration of any terrestrial animal.
This 32″ HD TV Costs Less Than a Meal at the Diner, Record Low Price on Amazon
Gizmodo / 12h
Save 42% on the Insignia 32" F20 Fire TV, bringing the price down to just $75.
Robinhood Gets Into the Betting Business, Launches Prediction Market
Gizmodo / 12h
Just in time for March Madness.
Warner Bros. Discovery pulled the original Looney Tunes shorts off Max
23Engadget / 12h
The original Looney Tunes animated shorts that aired between the 1930 and 1969 are no longer available to stream on Max, Deadline reports . Warner Bros. Discovery removed them from the streaming service as part of its ongoing shift away from children's shows and towards adult and family programming. For now, newer Looney Tunes series and spin-offs remain, like New Looney Tunes and Baby Looney Tun
You Can Watch Whole Movies in These Video Games
How-To Geek / 12h
If you know where to look, you can watch full-length, real-world movies inside video games. Whether it would be a good viewing experience is up for debate, but at least now you know that if you somehow lose access to all streaming services and Blu-rays, you can boot up these games for some cinematic entertainment.
Seven Home Improvement Projects to Complete Before You Move Into Your New Home
Lifehacker / 12h
When you buy a new home, it’s natural to get excited about wanting to move in and settle in as quickly as possible, putting off potential renovations—even the ones that will make you happier in the space —and other home projects until later. And sure, some renovations, like kitchen remodels or additions, require a lot of planning and are best scheduled when your bank account and stress levels hav
All the Ways I Cook With MSG on a Regular Basis
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. You’ve seen it at the end of hundreds of recipes: “Add salt to taste.” Whether it’s beef stew or a chocolate chip cookie, salt is a seasoning we often lean on as an inoffensive way to wake up the palate. But, like it or not, sometimes salt needs help. (Coming from a long-time salt worshiper, this is saying a lot.) For a surefire way to kickstart y
You can watch the Starliner astronauts return to Earth after an unplanned nine-month visit
Engadget / 12h
Those stranded Starliner astronauts are finally coming back to Earth , with a touchdown expected on Tuesday evening. Coverage begins on Monday night at around 10:45PM ET, with streams available on NASA’s website and via the NASA+ app. Monday night’s stream will focus on the hatch closing and the undocking procedure. The stream will go dark until 4:45PM ET on Tuesday as the crew approaches splashd
Researcher "Threatened to Kill" Colleagues Trapped in Antarctic Base
22Futurism / 12h
Things seem to be going nightmarishly bad at an isolated scientific base in Antarctica, where a researcher has been accused of assaulting and threatening to murder colleagues. As England's The Times reports , an unnamed climate researcher at the South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE IV), a scientific base on Norway's Queen Maud Land region of the frozen continent, allegedly threatene
Topless Passenger’s Drunken St. Patrick’s Day Rampage Smashes Up Dublin Airport
View from the Wing / 12h
A passenger who had reportedly missed his flight - and who may have been intoxicated on St. Patrick's Day - went on a rampage in Dublin airport terminal 1 today. The topless man, with face partially obscured, went about smashing structures and hurling objects around the terminal. Continue reading ...
Boeing Starliner astronauts finally head home, nine months later
Engadget / 12h
Eight days. That’s how long Boeing Starliner’s mission — its first flight test with crew aboard — was supposed to last. But this mission has been singular in almost every way, and astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have instead spent the past nine and a half months aboard the International Space Station. Now, finally, they're headed home. Their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule is slated to begi
Meta wants AI to write your Instagram comments
Mashable / 12h
AI is all over social media. We have AI influencers , AI content, and AI accounts — and, now, it looks like we might get AI comments on Instagram posts, too. What are any of us doing this for anymore? App researcher Jonah Manzano shared a post on Threads and a video on TikTok showing how some Instagram users now notice a pencil with a star icon in their comments field, allowing them to post AI-ge
Universal Just Gave Us Our First Look Inside Epic Universe
Gizmodo / 12h
New lands inspired by Super Mario , the Universal Monsters, and more raise the bar for what to expect at the new park.
Smart Home Privacy Takes a Blow as Amazon Kills Alexa Local Processing
How-To Geek / 12h
Alexa devices will no longer offer a "do not send voice recordings" setting after March 28th. Future Alexa recordings must be sent to the Amazon cloud, though you can still ask Amazon to automatically delete voice requests after they're processed.
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, acquires a generative AI video startup
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, has acquired Hotshot, a startup working on AI-powered video generation tools along the lines of OpenAI’s Sora. Aakash Sastry, Hotshot’s CEO and co-founder, announced the news in a post on X on Monday. “Over the past 2 years we’ve built 3 video foundation models as a small team — Hotshot-XL, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
OpenAI to start testing ChatGPT connectors for Google Drive and Slack
TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI will soon begin testing a way for business customers to connect apps like Slack and Google Drive to ChatGPT. OpenAI plans to start beta testing a new feature called ChatGPT Connectors, according to a document viewed by TechCrunch. ChatGPT Connectors will allow ChatGPT Team subscribers to link workspace Google Drive and Slack accounts to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For perso
American Flight Delayed 11+ Hours, Then Canceled: Any Recourse?
30One Mile at a Time / 12h
Yesterday was a challenging travel day in the United States, due to some weather systems. We saw several hundred flights canceled, but we also saw nearly 50% of flights delayed, and of course in many cases those delays stretched hours. It’s also spring break for many people, which makes everything more challenging, as airlines don’t have much spare capacity for when things go wrong. OMAAT reader
Western Digital introduces 26TB WD Red Pro HDDs for RAID and NAS systems at a surprisingly low price
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Western Digital unveils 26TB Red Pro NAS drive, priced at $569.99 Built for RAID-optimized systems it promises 6Gb/s and 287MB/s transfer speeds Supports 550TB/year workloads and has a 5-year
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