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Gaming | Pokemon Go
Someone Made a Pokemon FPS
In the 26 years since the first Pokemon generation released, fans have been treated to a number of spin-offs, spanning countless genres. Pokemon have appeared in strategy games, pinball titles, dungeon crawlers, and more. One genre the series has understa
Science & Technology | Tech News
How 5G works, according to an electrical engineer
5G stands for fifth-generation cellular network technology. It's 10 times faster than 4G, promising better wireless internet access. It’s also expected to put the Internet of Things revolution in high gear.
Science & Technology | Tech
How to Fix Your iPhone (2022): Simple Solutions for Common iPhone Problems | WIRED
Battery not holding a charge? Wi-Fi woes? We break down ways to solve almost any issue you can think of.
Entertainment | Netflix
Netflix kicks off 2022 with surprise price hikes for all of its plans
Netflix introduced price hikes for all of its plans on January 14th, 2022, raising the prices of its monthly subscriptions by as much as $2.
Science & Technology | Tech
Simple trick makes your iPhone lightning-fast again if it’s been slowing down lately
If your iPhone has been running slower than usual, this tip could help improve your iPhone speed drastically.
Science & Technology | Cool Stuff
Goldfish taught to drive on land for Israeli animal behavior study : NPR
An experiment involving a robotic tank on wheels and six trained goldfish may offer insights into animals' ability to navigate unfamiliar environments.
Science & Technology | Tech
Foldable iPhone in the works, but no release date coming soon
According to a leaker, Apple is working on foldable iPhone prototypes, but a release date could still be years away.
Business & Finance | Business
With more data available than ever, are companies making smarter decisions? | TechCrunch
Baseball is like a laboratory for advanced statistical analysis, and businesses could learn a lot from watching how the sport deals with expanding datasets.
Science & Technology | Tech
The Best New Apple Products We're Expecting this Year
All the rumors that are already swirling about the Cupertino company's upcoming 2022 releases.
Science & Technology | Apps I Like
10 of the best apps for your new 2021 iPhone
Whether you’re rocking a new iPhone 13 or a new iPhone SE — doesn’t matter — here’s a list of some apps that are handy, fun, or just way better than whatever came pre-installed on your iPhone.
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple just released a bunch of iPhone security updates, and wow
You should really update. Like, now.
Science & Technology | Tech
Data labeling will fuel the AI revolution | VentureBeat
Labeling data for AI using the right techniques helps companies make better decisions and has a measurable impact on business success.
Science & Technology | Tech
You're likely being tracked by Google. Turn off these settings to stop it - CNET
Google stores your location and data history when you use any of its apps. We'll show you how to turn off tracking for good.
Science & Technology | Cool Stuff
Living robots can now reproduce using artificial intelligence
Using artificial intelligence, the xenobots were able to replicate themselves using a process not seen in humans or any other animals.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Best phones for music 2021: top phone choices for audio
If music is your main priority then these are the best phones for you.
Science & Technology | Israeli Innovation
4 Israeli Innovations Among TIME Magazine's 100 Best Inventions Of 2021
TIME magazine selects 4 Israeli inventions for its annual 100 Best Inventions of 2021 list - from a digital reader to smart road tech.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Are AirPods Out? Why Cool Kids Are Wearing Wired Headphones
The humble ‘retro’ corded headphone is making an unexpected return, for both aesthetic and practical reasons.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Disappear from the internet forever: 6 things you have to do
Getting off the grid isn't as easy as it should be, but we'll show you where to start.
Science & Technology | Tech
The Telescreens in Your Home Are Watching Your Every Move
If they can listen to you turning on a light, they can listen to you doing anything, and people with an agenda can twist anything into a weapon against you.
News | News
This Week’s Sanity Report from Israel Oct. 17, 2021
This Week’s Sanity Report from Israel Oct. 17, 2021 the highlights include: An Israeli startup can test whether a recovering cancer patient needs chemotherapy. Israelis are aiding and rescuing trapped Afghans. An Israeli has been elected President
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Pokémon Go Furfrou forms and Trim guide - Polygon
To change Furfrou forms in Pokémon Go, you’ll need to use Candy and Stardust. The Furfrou Trims available to you depend on what region you’re currently in. Our guide explains which Trims are available where.
Science & Technology | Tech
Miffed security researcher finds way to get Apple talking, drops three iOS vulnerabilities
Almost six months after reporting the first vulnerability to Apple, a security researcher has gone public to reopen lines of communication with Apple.
Science & Technology | Tech
Here's the Best Way to Transfer Data From Your Old iPhone to a New iPhone 13
If you've got a new iPhone 13 to replace your current iPhone, there are a few ways you can migrate your data across to the new device. You can...
Science & Technology | Tech
8 last-minute iPhone 13 leaks that just spoiled Apple's California streaming event
On the eve of Apple’s iPhone 13 event, is there anything we don’t already know? New leaks just gave us even more details on the cameras, storage (1TB!), and more.
Science & Technology | Tech
There's a hidden iPhone app that doesn't appear on your home screen
Did you know the iPhone has a code scanner? It's a secret app in iOS 14 and iOS 15, and we'll show you how to find it on your iPhone now.
News | News
Facebook and Twitter Remove Fraction of Anti-Semitic Posts, Report Finds
Facebook and Twitter only removed a small fraction of anti-Semitic posts users reported in 2021, highlighting the difficulties social media companies face when moderating hate speech.
Science & Technology | Social Media
Exactly How Facebook Learned Every Single Thing About You
In 'An Ugly Truth,' reporters Cecilia Kang and Sheera Frenkel chart the rise of Facebook and how the company sacrificed user privacy and facts for engagement.
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Pokémon GO Fest 2021 Had No Hoopa, And No Festival Finish
Niantic's Hoopa hoopla made for such a disappointing event
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Artist Is Mocking The Stupidity Of Modern Technology In His Funny Comics (28 New Pics)
We all take the age of computers for granted, but hey, why don't we all laugh at it for a bit? Meet System32Comics, the C++-approved tech webcomics for your inner nerd.
Science & Technology | Technology
App store classics 'Alto's Odyssey,' 'Angry Birds Reloaded,' 'Doodle God Universe' now on Apple Arcade | AppleInsider
Apple has rolled out out three new versions of App Store classic games to Apple Arcade, including "Angry Birds Reloaded," "Alto's Odyssey: The Lost City," and "Doodle God Universe."
Science & Technology | Tech
Everything New in iOS 15 Beta 3: New Safari Search, Address Bar Relocation and Reload
Apple today released the third betas of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, and the company is continuing to refine the suite of new features that are coming in...
Science & Technology | Technology
TikTok and Buzzfeed Are Disrupting a $250B Industry
Developing animated character brands was once expensive and high-risk. Maybe no longer.
News | News
Report: Malaysian ‘Troll Army’ Targeted Israelis During Conflict With Hamas
A series of cyberattacks aimed at shutting down pro-Israel social media accounts and spamming Israelis with abusive messages during the military conflict with Hamas was coordinated by a Malaysian "troll army," according to researchers who have been tracki
News | News
This Week’s Sanity Report from Israel July 6, 2021
This Week’s Sanity Report from Israel July 6, 2021 We have returned after the site being down for a few days. My apologies . This week’s newsletter highlights many Israeli problem-solving skills. They include diagnosis of TB, heart disease, bl
Science & Technology | Social Media
TikTok insiders say social media company is tightly controlled by Chinese parent ByteDance
Former TikTok employees say there is cause for concern when it comes to the popular social media app's Chinese parent company.
Science & Technology | Technology
Here’s everything Microsoft is removing from Windows 11
Microsoft just announced Windows 11, but alongside all of the new updates, also shared details on features that will be deprecated or removed.
Science & Technology | Tech
Here's Everything Apple Announced at WWDC 2021
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, watchOS 8, new Health app and privacy features, and much, much more.
Business & Finance | Business
The untold story of Stripe, the secretive $20bn startup driving Apple, Amazon and Facebook
Patrick and John Collison have democratised online payments – and reshaped the digital economy in the process
Science & Technology | Technology
These Apps Collect the Most Personal Data
Tired of your favorite apps grabbing your personal data and selling it to third parties? Take a look at these privacy-focused alternatives.
Science & Technology | Tech
Amazon will share your home Wi-Fi with strangers' devices — this is how to opt out
Amazon has one of the largest ecosystems of smart home gadgets on the market today. From Echo speakers to Ring's lineup of security cameras and doorbells,
Science & Technology | Technology
WhatsApp now won’t limit functionality if you don’t accept its new privacy policy
WhatsApp-owned Facebook has reversed course and now says that users who don’t accept its new privacy policy actually won’t see limited functionality over time.
Science & Technology | Tech
iOS 14.6 brings new tricks. Here are all the best iPhone and iPad features to try
Apple just released iOS 14.6 and iPadOS 14.6, which boosts an already great bundle of tricks with even more features for your iPhone and iPad.
Science & Technology | Tech
Stop Calling the iPad Pro a Laptop Replacement. It's Much More Than That
The 2021 iPad Pro finally answers the question of whether it can replace your laptop, but the answer might not be what you think.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
The Best iPhone Camera Apps of 2021
As there is not a one-size-fits-all best camera for all, there certainly is not any single best iPhone app, but these are the best for most.
Miscellaneous | Other Kinds of Whatnot
The 7-Step Process to Launching Your Podcast for Free
With the right tools and strategy, you don't need money to launch a successful podcast.
Science & Technology | Technology
Report says Facebook’s creepy data collection lets Big Pharma target your illness
Facebook is at the center of two different privacy issues that have the same thing in common: Facebook appears to want unchecked access to your information.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Completely delete your Facebook account, loose ends and all - CNET
Deleting your Facebook account isn't as simple as clicking a button. Here's everything you need to know.
Business & Finance | Business & Finance
How Intel is leveraging AI to drive sales
Intel is adopting AI internally to bolster its sales and marketing efforts, including through the use of natural language processing.
Science & Technology | Tech
Why Almost No One Is Getting the Fastest Form of 5G
A new report shows that US mobile customers are tapping into the technology’s speediest networks less than 1 percent of the time.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Tula Mic - For Calls and Recording - Famadillo.com
The Tula Mic is one of the highest-end microphones that I’ve seen and probably the easiest to use. It looks gorgeous and it is so well designed. So lets
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
The new iPad Pro is an incredible technological feat, but why should you upgrade?
Just a few weeks ago, I shared my thoughts on why the 2018 iPad Pro is one of the best products Apple has ever made and talked about how it was “one of the most future-proof computers ever made.” The key point I was trying to convey was that the 2020 iPad
Science & Technology | Tech
Here’s everything Apple announced at its ‘Spring Loaded’ event today
It’s Apple event day! From tweaks to the Apple Card to all new iMacs and iPads, Apple crammed this one-hour event with news. Don’t have time to sit down and click through every last announcement? We’ve slimmed it down to just the key points for maximum sk
Science & Technology | Social Media
Facebook now lets you transfer your photos, posts and notes to other sites. Here's how
Want to quit Facebook? Now you don't have to worry about losing all of your posts.
Science & Technology | Tech
This awesome iPhone trick that went viral on TikTok just blew my mind
Amidst a sea of iPhone tutorial videos that have seemingly infiltrated TikTok, I recently stumbled across an iPhone tip that genuinely blew me away. In a video that started making the rounds a few weeks ago, Erik Tollefsrud shows how easy it is to record
Science & Technology | Tech
A huge new hacking threat was just discovered
"You have the watches," goes a famous quote with different variations throughout history but most recently attributed to a captured Taliban commander, "but we have the time.
Science & Technology | Tech News
This site tells you if Google’s new ad tech is ‘spying’ on you
Google vowed a few weeks ago to stop allowing advertisers to track users online with third-party cookies, a move intended to improve user privacy. But Google also said at the time that it would introduce FLoC (or Federated Learning of Cohorts), a new tech
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple employees knew that if Steve Jobs turned off his iPhone, it meant one thing – BGR
Most of us, when we think of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, probably fixate on the stereotype of him as a detail-obsessed quasi-workaholic, whose near-mania when it came to the seemingly tiniest details brought about world-changing products like the iP
Science & Technology | Tech
Google AI manager resigns following controversial firings of two top researchers - The Verge
Samy Bengio is quitting just months after star AI ethics researcher Timnit Gebru was fired. Her co-lead on the ethical AI team, Margaret Mitchell, was terminated in February.
Science & Technology | Tech
Here’s more fodder for the Apple vs. Android debate – BGR
Ahead of Apple CEO Tim Cook participating in an interview with The New York Times' Kara Swisher released on Monday -- an interview which generated tons of news headlines, thanks to Cook discussing everything from Facebook to Parler, Elon Musk, privacy, iO
Science & Technology | Technology
Artificial intelligence has advanced so much, it wrote this article
Natural language processing rivals humans' skills.
Science & Technology | Tech
iOS 14.5 brings new Siri voices to your iPhone and iPad. Here's how you can use them
Tired of talking to the same ol' Siri? iOS 14.5 gives you more options for a total of four.
Science & Technology | Tech
Hidden iPhone Tips and Tricks That Will Make You an iOS Expert
Apple's iOS is a pretty user-friendly mobile operating system, but there's plenty of hidden power under the hood. These tips will help you become a true iPhone guru.
Science & Technology | Technology
How to opt out of Chrome’s user tracking tool that replaces cookies – BGR
Google promised a few weeks ago that it would not develop new user-tracking tools once it kills third-party cookies in the near future. Cookies are part of the current web-browsing experience on desktop and mobile.
Science & Technology | Social Media
10 Popular Instagram Tools to Up Your Marketing Game
You want consistency, engagement and results. Here's how to accomplish all three.
Science & Technology | Social Media
Facebook denies its algorithms are a problem, but launches a tool to more easily view a non-algorithmic News Feed
Following years of backlash over its algorithms and their ability to push people to more extreme content, which Facebook continues to deny, the company today announced it would give its users new tools to more easily switch over to non-algorithmic views o
Science & Technology | Tech
A new Android spyware masquerades as a ‘system update’ – TechCrunch
The malware can take complete control of a victim's device.
Science & Technology | Tech News
15 iPhone settings you'll wonder why you didn't change sooner
From Face ID working with a facial covering to Do Not Disturb and longer battery life, all are instantly achievable on your iPhone with some quick settings changes.
Science & Technology | Tech
Zoom Escaper lets you sabotage your own meetings with audio problems, crying babies, and more - The Verge
Had enough Zoom meetings? Free app Zoom Escaper will help you self-sabotage your next video call with audio problems and sound effects. Choose from crying babies, construction noises, unwanted echoes, and more to gift yourself with a reason to drop the ca
Science & Technology | Social Media
Twitter Spaces will soon have a 'Tip Jar' to let users support content creators with donations
As Twitter plans to release its new Spaces audio feature to all users starting next month, the company has been implementing new features to make the platform more interesting for content creators. 9to5Mac has found additional evidence on iOS that Twitter
News | News
This Week’s Sanity Report from Israel March 14, 2021
This Week’s Sanity Report from Israel March 14, 2021This week’s positive Israel newsletter is full of Israeli innovations and activities that benefit the planet. They include positive coronavirus vaccination information, Covid-19 treatments an
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Candy XL Updates are live | Pokémon GO Hub
Yesterday evening, Niantic announced that Candy XL mechanics are getting a substantial update. The official March updates blog post was updated to reflect this: Trading Pokémon will have a chance […]
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple must face consumer privacy lawsuit in open court, judge rules
Apple has been denied an effort to move a consumer privacy lawsuit to private arbitration today. The case involves customer complaints against Apple and T-Mobile over iMessage and FaceTime not being as secure as they’re marketed. Reported by Bloomberg, th
Science & Technology | Cool Stuff
Warp Drive: Scientists Say a Physical Warp Drive Is Now Possible
For the first time, scientists have introduced a physical model for warp drive. That means humans are one step closer to traveling at faster-than-light speeds.
Science & Technology | Tech
How to Delete Your Old Online Accounts (and Why You Should)
You’ve probably signed up for a lot of online services that you no longer use. Most of those accounts probably still exist, and they likely contain a mix of your personal data, identity details, and credit card numbers. Don’t leave juicy targets lying aro
News | News
Google Says It's Committed to Privacy. What It Isn't Saying Should Worry You
The company says it will stop tracking users across third-party websites, but that's not the important part.
Science & Technology | Technology
Apple Launches Service for Transferring iCloud Photos and Videos to Google Photos
Apple this week introduced a new service that's designed to make it quick and easy for iCloud users to transfer their stored photos and videos to...
Science & Technology | Tech
Parler sues Amazon again, alleging breach of contract, defamation
Social media company Parler filed a second lawsuit against Amazon and Amazon Web Services this week, alleging breach of contract and defamation.
Science & Technology | Tech
Facebook will pay $650 million to settle class action suit centered on Illinois privacy law | TechCrunch
Facebook was ordered to pay $650 million Friday for running afoul of an Illinois law designed to protect the state’s residents from invasive privacy practices. That law, the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), is a powerful state measure that’s trip
Science & Technology | Tech
iPhone 13 release date: When can we expect to see the new phones?
It may seem like the iPhone 12 just came out, but Apple is already looking towards the iPhone 13. Here's what we know about a potential release date.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
New AI ‘Deep Nostalgia’ brings old photos, including very old ones, to life
Deep Nostalgia can take photos from any camera and create a life-like animation. The AI program uses pre-recorded driver videos of facial movements and applies the one that works best for the still photo in question, so you can take photos of deceased lov
News | News
The Citizen App Will Now Tell You Why Helicopters Are Making a Racket in Your Neighborhood
The Citizen app won’t stop helicopters from interrupting your nap, but it can at least tell you why they're overhead.
Advice & Self-Help | Advice & Self-Help
How to Turn the Apple Logo on the Back of Your iPhone Into a Customizable Button
PSA: You can program the Apple logo on the back of your iPhone to perform all sorts of tasks at the tap of your finger.
Science & Technology | Tech
How to stop your emails from being tracked - The Verge
One of the basic steps you can take to avoid trackers is to stop your email from automatically loading images since that’s where the majority of these pixels hide.
Gaming | Video Games
Got Game? Play Classic Games On Your Mac Without an Emulator
Some of our readers have been using Apple computers since the very early days of the company; many are new to the Mac. In the 1980s, a lot of low-res
Gaming | Video Games
Internet Arcade - Play Classic Games
The Internet Arcade is a web-based library of arcade (coin-operated) video games from the 1970s through to the 1990s, emulated in JSMAME, part of the JSMESS software package.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Canon launches 'Photo Culling' iPhone app to intelligently keep your best photos and delete the rest
Canon is out with its take on a duplicate photo removal tool for specifically made for iPhone. But this one goes beyond just a duplicate finder. The idea with the new Photo Culling app is to use AI to easily find and keep your best photos while being able
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Kanto Tour Details Announced: Shiny Ditto, Masterwork Research, Collection Challenges | Pokémon GO Hub
Niantic has shared more details on the upcoming Pokémon GO Tour Kanto Event, including a Special Research quest line that leads to encountering a Shiny Ditto and brand a new type of Research called Masterwork Research. We got all the details below! On t
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Pokémon Go Lunar New Year event: How to complete each quest task and field research • Eurogamer.net
Everything you need to know about the Lunar New Year event in Pokémon, including how to complete the research quest and each field research explained.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
What to do with old/dying AirPods – replacements, recycling
This guide looks at what you can do with old/dying AirPods to replace them with Apple and third-parties, how to recycle them, and more.
Business & Finance | Business & Finance
15 tips to boost your website's SEO
Use these 15 website SEO tips to rank higher in search results and get more traffic to your page.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
What is Clubhouse? The invite-only audio chat app used by Elon Musk
Exclusive app is a hybrid of conference calls, talkback radio and Houseparty
Science & Technology | Tech
Google’s next big Chrome update will rewrite the rules of the web
Google’s impending takedown of third-party cookies in Chrome is a big win for privacy. And Google
Science & Technology | Social Media
Facebook plans to reduce political content in the News Feed
Facebook's business continues to fire on all cylinders even as the company faces growing scrutiny from regulators over its acquisitions and from critics for the role its platform may have played in spreading lies about the US presidential election.
Science & Technology | Social Media
Facebook's next product frontier is reportedly newsletters
Facebook is gearing up to snatch a piece of the newsletter pie.
Business & Finance | Business & Finance
Robinhood no longer allows users to buy GameStop, AMC, BlackBerry shares
Stock trading app Robinhood has halted purchases of GameStop shares following its recent massive price rise.
Gaming | Video Games
How Did the Duck Hunt Gun Work? | Mental Floss
The Duck Hunt gun, officially called the NES Zapper, seems downright primitive next to today's technology. But in the late '80s, it filled plenty of young heads with wonder.
Health & Fitness | Health News
Apple issues new warning: Keep your iPhone six inches away from your pacemaker
An important heads-up for iPhone owners: Apple is warning customers that its smartphones could interfere with medical devices, including pacemakers.
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple faces yet another lawsuit over throttling iPhones - The Verge
A consumer advocacy group in Europe has filed the latest lawsuit against Apple saying the company intentionally throttled older iPhones in Italy. The suit seeks €60 million in compensation, about €60 per device.
Politics | Big Tech vs Conservatives
Because THAT won’t be abused: Twitter’s new ‘Birdwatch’ allows users to add ‘notes’ to tweets they believe are misleading
Twitter, always finding ways to make their users unhappy.
Entertainment | Netflix
With This Brilliant New Feature, Netflix May Have Just Solved the Biggest Problem With Streaming Video
It's trying to eliminate the dreaded search for something to watch.
Science & Technology | Technology
In a first, successful artificial cornea transplant restores Israeli man's eyesight
Israel medical tech startups have recently delivered breakthroughs in the field, including use of AI to amplify success of IVF procedures. The synthetic cornea was created out of non-degradable material by CorNeat.
Science & Technology | Tech
Facebook spent more on lobbying than any other Big Tech company in 2020
Tech companies disclosed their lobbying spending for the fourth quarter late Thursday night, revealing big swings in spending from 2019 to 2020.
Science & Technology | Cool Stuff
Object that whizzed by Earth probably came from alien world, Harvard professor asserts - CBS News
Harvard's Avi Loeb says object that whizzed by Earth in 2017 was probably debris from an advanced alien technology – space junk from many light years away.
Science & Technology | Tech
YouTube launches hashtag landing pages to all users | TechCrunch
YouTube is embracing the hashtag. The company has been quietly working on a new feature that allows users to better discover content using hashtags — either by clicking on a hashtag on YouTube or by typing in a hashtag link directly. Before, these actions
Science & Technology | Tech News
The next iPhone might have an in-screen fingerprint scanner | Engadget
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the company’s engineers see this as an “S” kind of year after they built so many improvements into the iPhone 12.
Science & Technology | Tech
Beware! Nasty Windows 10 bug can corrupt your hard drive — and it's super easy to trigger
Security researchers have warned about a Windows 10 bug that can cause major damage to your hard drive, and all it takes is to look at a folder it's hiding in.
Gaming | Pokemon Go
Pokémon GO’s January Community Day Features Machop and Payback | Pokemon.com
Catch loads of Machop, evolve Machoke into a Machamp that knows a special move, and enjoy other superpowered bonuses.
Science & Technology | Social Media
Parler Judge Balks at Quick Action to Restore Site on Amazon - Bloomberg
Parler is likely to remain offline, at least in the near-term, after a judge indicated she’s likely to take a slower, considered approach whether to force Amazon.com Inc. to restore its web-hosting service for the conservative social media platform.Amazon
News | News
Trump's Snapchat account to be permanently banned | TheHill
Snapchat plans to permanently ban President Trump’s account from the social media platform once President-elect Joe Biden takes office later this month, a Snapchat spokesperson confirmed to The Hill.
Politics | Politics
Parler CEO says social media app, favored by Trump supporters, may not return
Matze said that Parler was talking to more than one cloud computing service but refused to disclose names, citing the likelihood of harassment for the companies involved.
News | News
FTC and State AGs v. Facebook: Monopolization Law Faces Biggest Challenge in Decades
The FTC and attorneys general of 48 states recently filed antitrust lawsuits against Facebook for allegedly monopolizing the “personal social network services” market. Jonathan Rubin and Jennifer M. Oliver, partners at MoginRubin LLP, say the agencies wil
Science & Technology | Tech
Yes, You Can Still Use WhatsApp—But Change These 3 Critical Settings First
While you don't need to quit WhatsApp—you do need to make these changes now...
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
The 10 Coolest Tech and Gadget Reveals of CES 2021 (So Far)
Big brands are already rolling out innovations both useful and out-there at the virtual CES 2021, from smart TVs to gaming accessories.
News | News
Parler sues Amazon for suspending app from cloud service, claims antitrust violation and breach of contract
Alternative social media platform Parler filed a lawsuit against Amazon on Monday following Amazon Web Services' decision to suspend Parler from its cloud hosting service following last week's deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Politics | Politics
Payment processor Stripe bans Trump campaign - Axios
It's an escalation of Big Tech's reaction to last week's D.C. insurrection, and the first to directly target money flows.
Politics | Politics
Amazon delivers a killing blow to the pro-Trump social network, Parler
Amazon informed Parler that the pro-Trump social network which was one staging ground for the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, will be suspended from AWS.
Science & Technology | Tech
Amazon to drop Parler from its web hosting service, citing violent posts
Amazon plans to suspend Parler's account on Sunday at 11:59PM PST.
Business & Finance | Business
This tech startup helps companies build custom software without any code
Unqork is a three-year-old software platform that's helping clients like Liberty Mutual, New York City and Goldman Sachs build custom software without writing a single line of code. Gary Hoberman, founder and CEO of Unqork, and Laela Sturdy, CapitalG gene
Science & Technology | Tech
'TV Remote' turns your iPhone into a universal control for TVs
TV Remote app lets you use your iPhone or iPad as a remote control for Smart TVs from LG, Samsung, Hitachi, Toshiba, Sharp, and more.
Science & Technology | Tech
Amazon Might Be Working on an Alexa-Enabled Sleep Apnea Gadget
Amazon might be working on an Alexa-enabled device that could potentially track sleep and detect sleep apnea, according to a Business Insider report.
Business & Finance | Business
These Are the Cities Techies Are Really Moving to, According to New LinkedIn Data
Techies (including Elon Musk) are all fleeing to Austin and Miami, right? The real story is more complicated.
Science & Technology | Technology
How to change your video background in Microsoft Teams - The Verge
Microsoft’s Teams business app now allows you to hide your messy home office by adding a variety of backgrounds.
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple’s entire iPhone 13 lineup might get a massive camera upgrade
The iPhone 13 leaks are already piling up even though the new year has barely begun, with the latest report suggesting that Apple is giving the camera a big upgrade across the entire iPhone 13 lineup.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
2021 will demand new kinds of video conferencing - Axios
People will need more than the market's current offerings.
Science & Technology | Tech News
Leading computer scientists debate the next steps for AI in 2021
What do we need to push AI to the next level? A panel of experts hosted by Montreal AI discussed possible answers.
Science & Technology | Technology
10 smart tech tricks you’ll wish you knew sooner
Your iPhone can actually learn new tricks and find out how apps spy on you and more with 10 smart tech tips from Kim Komando.
Entertainment | Streaming
Streaming services face their real test in 2021
“Next year, all of those services are leveling up to a different world, where people are going to need to start paying for it."
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Windows 7: A year after the end-of-support deadline, millions choose not to upgrade
Microsoft officially ended support for its one-time flagship operating system, Windows 7, at the start of 2020. As the year draws to a close, I ran the numbers to see how many PCs are still running this unsupported OS. Spoiler: It's a big number,
Gaming | Pokemon Go
The Lore of Mew | Pokémon GO Hub
Mew is the original Mythical Pokémon, introduced in Generation I, the Kanto region. It is known as the ‘New Species Pokémon’ and is a pure type. It is number 151 in the Pokédex, making it the last Pokémon in the original Pokédex. Mew is incredibl
Science & Technology | Tech
26 great apps for your new 2020 Windows PC
If you’re switching to Windows for the first time or you just want to step up your Microsoft Store game, these are some of the best apps to consider.
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple car will launch later than we thought, report claims
A new report Apple might not launch its rumored electric, self-driving car before 2025-2027, and possibly even later than that.
Gaming | Gaming
Best cheap gaming laptops under $1,000 for 2021 - CNET
Better entry-level graphics chips mean terrific performance for less money.
Science & Technology | Technology
WhatsApp will stop working on some older smartphones from January 1 | TechRadar
Own an older smartphone? WhatsApp won't work from January 1 on some much older devices.
Science & Technology | Tech
10 smart tech tricks you’ll wish you knew sooner
Developers put all kinds of secrets, shortcuts, and hidden tricks into the gadgets you use every day. Here’s one I bet you didn’t know before now.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Here’s a Simple Way to Mark the 100 Texts You Haven’t Yet Read as ‘Read’ on Your iPhone
Unsubscribing from text alerts and leaving group messages might be a good long-term solution to your unread text problem—but here’s a quicker fix.
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple Just Gave Millions Of Users A Reason To Keep Their iPhones
Apple has revealed it is working to fix perhaps the biggest omission from iPhones and iPads...
Science & Technology | Tech
There Are Thousands More SolarWinds Hacks Waiting to Happen
The recent SolarWinds hack represents several massive failures of leadership, policy, and cybersecurity procedure and is a warning that the worst may be yet to come.
Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous
Starting Sunday, cable companies can no longer ‘rent’ you the router you already own - The Verge
Frontier was charging $10 a month for absolutely nothing
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Google’s Antitrust Cases: A Guide for the Perplexed | WIRED
The company is facing multiple lawsuits from the Department of Justice and three dozen states. Here’s what you need to know.
Science & Technology | Science & Technology
Facebook Attacks Apple Software Changes in Newspaper Ads
Facebook Inc. lashed out at Apple Inc. in a series of full-page newspaper ads, claiming the iPhone maker’s coming mobile software changes around data gathering and targeted advertising are bad for small businesses.
Science & Technology | Technology
Back Tap: Automate Your Life with this Handy iOS 14 Feature
Exploring the features of a new OS release is like visiting a part of the world you’ve never seen before. One feature I recently discovered in iOS 14
Politics | Politics
Oracle says it will move HQ from Silicon Valley to Texas
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — Tech giant Oracle Corp. said Friday it will move its headquarters from Silicon Valley to Austin, Texas, and let many employees choose their office locations and decide...
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple iPhone Users, Get Ready For iOS 14.3 Update Next Week And Big New Features Are Arriving
Apple has released the iOS 14.
Science & Technology | Technology
SpaceX flies its Starship rocket to 40,000 feet, just misses the landing in explosive finale | TechCrunch
SpaceX is one step closer to replacing its Falcon line of active duty spacecraft: Its Starship prototype “SN8” achieved a major milestone in the ongoing spacecraft’s development program, flying to a height of around 40,000 feet at SpaceX’s development fac
Science & Technology | Technology
How to Customize a Start Page in macOS Big Sur’s Safari
You can customize the new start page in macOS Big Sur’s Safari to make it your own by setting a background image and selecting which sections are displayed.
Science & Technology | Social Media
Twitter users complain of timelines being overrun with ‘Promoted Tweets’ | TechCrunch
Twitter’s timeline is currently overrun with ads for some users, in what appears to be a glitch involving the distribution of Promoted Tweets. Typically, a Promoted Tweet — which is just a regular tweet an advertiser has paid to promote more broadly — wil
Politics | Politics
Wi-Fi slow? Best ways to fix Wi-Fi problems
There are plenty of reasons your Wi-Fi keeps slowing down: signal congestion, router location, firmware issues, hardware limitations, or even the physical size of your home. Then again, it could just be your neighbors.
Gaming | Pokemon Go
What Shiny Pokémon Are Still Missing From the Kanto Region? | Pokémon GO Hub
With the announcement of the Lake Legends Event we have finally have shiny Goldeen being released into Pokémon GO, one of the last few remaining Kanto region Pokémon that haven’t had their shiny forms released yet. So what other Kanto Pokémon are we
Science & Technology | Tech
Apple might have one final hardware surprise in store for 2020 – BGR
Apple might be preparing to announce a new product on Tuesday, December 8th. A leaked memo reveals that Apple is telling technicians to prepare for AppleCare-related changes next Tuesday at 5:30 a.m. PT. Apple last this request right before the iPhone 12
