An Inside Look at 'Alien: Romulus' at Comic-Con 2024

3 hs ago (CNET): I got to see some extended preview clips and hear from Director Fede Álvarez and the cast.

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for July 27

4 hs ago (CNET): Here are the answers for the NYT Mini Crossword for July 27.

France travel disruption expected to last all weekend

6 hs ago (BBC News): Thousands more passengers could face delays or cancellations after an arson attack on France's train network on Friday.

South Korea wrongly introduced as North Korea at Olympics

6 hs ago (BBC News): South Korea said it would request a meeting with International Olympic Committee Chairman Thomas Bach.

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 27, #146

7 hs ago (CNET): Here are some hints, and the answers, for the July 27 Strands puzzle, No. 146.

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 27, #412

7 hs ago (CNET): Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 412, for July 27.

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 27, #1134

7 hs ago (CNET): Here are some hints, and the answer, for Wordle No. 1134, for July 27.

Best Internet Providers in Arizona

8 hs ago (CNET): The Grand Canyon State has great internet options but still room to grow. Here is our guide to the best home internet providers in Arizona.

Obamas endorse Kamala Harris for president

9 hs ago (BBC News): Barack and Michelle Obama say Ms Harris has the "strength that this critical moment demands".

Relive a wild month in US politics in about two minutes

9 hs ago (BBC News): An assassination attempt against a former president and an incumbent drops out - the last few weeks have been unprecedented.

She conquered Everest 10 times - and escaped an abusive marriage

9 hs ago (BBC News): Lhakpa Sherpa, who has climbed Everest more than any other woman, wants to inspire women and girls.

Is the Olympic Cauldron Flying With a Hot-Air Balloon? Here's Everything We Know

9 hs ago (CNET): The iconic sign of the games will take off into the sky every night, landing again at 2 a.m., for the length of the Paris Olympics. But it's tethered to the ground the whole time.

Venezuela holds elections on Sunday. Could real change be coming?

10 hs ago (BBC News): An economic crisis has forced millions to flee Venezuela. Could Sunday's election bring real change?

Vulnerable, messy and bratty: The pop girlies having a moment

10 hs ago (BBC News): Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX and Chappell Roan are all about vulnerable lyrics and existential questions - and it's really working for them.

Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion Includes Conan, Ghostface and the T-1000

10 hs ago (CNET): Movie characters will be guest fighters in the new expansion for Mortal Kombat 1.

'Atomic bomb hell must never be repeated' say Japan's last survivors

10 hs ago (BBC News): Victims of Hiroshima and Nagasaki believe their horrific past must act as a warning for the future.

My family went to help landslide victims and ended up dead

10 hs ago (BBC News): Meselesh Gosaye's home area in Ethiopia was hit by two landslides that buried hundreds under the mud.

Questions surround German man sentenced to death in Belarus

10 hs ago (BBC News): A heavily choreographed video shows Rico Krieger apparently confessing to planting explosives, but there is no direct evidence shown.

Trump shooting: The plan and the botched security

10 hs ago (BBC News): New evidence tells us how the gunman's plan came together but not why.

How cartel leader 'El Mayo' Zambada was lured to US in elaborate sting

11 hs ago (BBC News): The last of an original generation of drug lords, the Sinaloa boss evaded capture for decades. Until now.

I Tried Improving My Sleep Quality With the Manta Sound Sleep Mask. Here's What Happened

11 hs ago (CNET): This two-in-one sleep product has adjustable eyecups and built-in Bluetooth headphones. Is it worth the money?

Celine Dion dazzles Olympics after four-year health absence

11 hs ago (BBC News): It's the superstar singer's first performance since revealing a serious health condition two years ago.

Like a Dragon: Yakuza TV Series Teases First Look at Comic-Con 2024

11 hs ago (CNET): Trailer arrives for the live-action adaptation coming to Prime Video this fall.

Opening ceremony lights up Paris in unique style

11 hs ago (BBC News): The 2024 Olympics opened in Paris in spectacular style with thousands of athletes sailing along the River Seine past lively performers on bridges, banks and rooftops in an ambitious take on an opening ceremony.

Spectacular photos from the Paris 2024 opening ceremony

11 hs ago (BBC News): A selection of eye-catching moments from the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

San Diego Comic-Con 2024 Announcements So Far: Soldier Boy Prequel, Like a Dragon and More

11 hs ago (CNET): We're sharing all the biggest news from Marvel, Prime Video and more as it happens at the event.

Here's How to See 6 Planets in the Sky at Once in the Upcoming Planet Parade

11 hs ago (CNET): Determined skygazers will be able to see Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, Jupiter, Mars and Mercury.

Bookmark This Heat Risk Guide to Help You Survive This Steamy Summer

11 hs ago (CNET): You can't beat the heat, but this free color-coded system from the National Weather Service helps you prepare.

Wolverine Gets a Rounded Butt Xbox Controller to Compete With Deadpool

11 hs ago (CNET): You saw the bootyfull Deadpool controller. Butt wait, there's more.

Best Home Exercise Equipment for 2024

12 hs ago (CNET): Get a great workout from the comfort of your home with the best home exercise equipment.

Best Fiber Supplements of 2024

12 hs ago (CNET): Give your gut a proper boost to help regulate digestion with a great fiber supplement.

How Long Will Solar Panel Installation Take?

12 hs ago (CNET): Life happens and can delay any project you may have in the works, but we have a plan to keep your installation on track and running as smoothly as possible.

Calculate How Much You Could Save With Solar Panels

12 hs ago (CNET): There are several factors that will determine your solar savings, so use these formulas to find out the most you could save with solar.

The 6 Best Heated Blankets of 2024

12 hs ago (CNET): Fall asleep with ease with the warmth of one of our favorite heated blankets on the market.

Open Source AI Has Founders—and the FTC—Buzzing

12 hs ago (Wired): DC went to YC to talk OS.

My Gen Z Kids Said These 10 Back-to-School Tech Gifts Passed the Test

12 hs ago (CNET): Commentary: Shopping for young adults can be a challenge, but these items scored me extra dad points for their quality and utility.

This New Tool by a Former Google Engineer Claims to Weed Out Privacy Violators. I Tried It

12 hs ago (CNET): webXray intends to help us level the playing field against privacy pirates. It’s a good start. But there are other ways you can protect yourself now.

JD Vance defends 'childless cat ladies' comment after backlash

12 hs ago (BBC News): Donald Trump's vice-presidential candidate says his 2021 comments about Democrats were "sarcastic".

Best AT&T Phones in 2024

13 hs ago (CNET): Whether you want the latest iPhone 15 or a shiny Android phone, these are the best smartphones on AT&T in 2024.

How to Watch the Federal Reserve Meeting

13 hs ago (CNET): Here's where to find Chair Powell's press conference following the Fed meeting on Wednesday.

Three ways Trump is trying to end the Harris honeymoon

13 hs ago (BBC News): Kamala Harris is riding a wave of momentum, but Republicans sense vulnerabilities they can exploit.

Yes, Certain Houseplants Repel Bugs. Here Are 6 to Try This Summer

13 hs ago (CNET): Toss out that can of insecticide and try one of these natural bug-repelling plants.

Best Credit Cards for Instant Approval in July 2024

13 hs ago (CNET): No need to wait. If you're approved, some of these cards let you start using them right away.

Timberlake 'not intoxicated' during arrest, lawyer says

13 hs ago (BBC News): Police made several errors and should not have arrested the popstar, his lawyer Edward Burke said.

Dengue Fever Threatens to Gate-Crash the 2024 Summer Olympics

14 hs ago (Wired): Measles, bedbugs, and dengue have all been cited as concerns for tourists and athletes at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, with the tropical virus in particular forcing authorities into action.

Drew Afualo Will Never Stop Making Fun of Misogynist Men

14 hs ago (Wired): The TikTok influencer and podcast host amassed millions of followers for her roasts—and swears she’ll keep doing it even if TikTok goes away.

The 20 Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (August 2024)

15 hs ago (Wired): The Idea of You, Brittany Runs a Marathon, and American Fiction are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.

Who could have attacked France's high-speed rail?

15 hs ago (BBC News): France's interior minister vows the attackers will be arrested fast, but does not say who was to blame.

Poland's firearm bill sparks human rights concerns

15 hs ago (BBC News): The bill will allow troops to open fire on migrants crossing the border when soldiers feel under threat.

EU regulator rejects Alzheimer's drug lecanemab

17 hs ago (BBC News): It said the benefits of the treatment did not outweigh the risk of serious side effects.

SA mass killer dies as victims still demand justice

17 hs ago (BBC News): The 72-year-old South African was convicted for seven apartheid-era murders but was behind many more deaths.

Bangladesh police detain protest leaders at hospital

17 hs ago (BBC News): They were being treated for injuries they say were sustained after police tortured them in detention.

'Boneless' chicken wings can have bones, US court rules

18 hs ago (BBC News): The ruling ends a lawsuit filed by a man who fell ill after swallowing a piece of bone from his boneless order.

Rain and cooler weather bring relief from Jasper fire

18 hs ago (BBC News): Fire crews are taking advantage of the pause from hot and dry conditions to battle the still out-of-control blaze.

Leader of Mexico's Sinaloa drug cartel arrested in Texas

19 hs ago (BBC News): El Mayo co-founded the notorious Sinaloa crime syndicate with El Chapo, who is currently jailed in the US.

Dublin wax museum removes Sinead O'Connor figure

20 hs ago (BBC News): The National Wax Museum say it will remake a waxwork of the late Irish singer after an unveiling.

Death penalty fears for Niger ex-president - lawyer

20 hs ago (BBC News): A year on from the coup ousted President Mohamed Bazoum may face treason charges, his lawyers.

Steve Jobs Knew the Moment the Future Had Arrived. It's Calling Again

21 hs ago (Wired): In a recently uncovered 1983 speech, Steve Jobs predicted the ubiquity of personal computers. In 2024, AI has brought us to another inflection point.

Teenage Engineering TX-6 Review: A Pocket-Sized Audio Mixer

22 hs ago (Wired): This adorable piece of pocket tech acts like a USB-C audio interface and mixing board.

A North Korean Hacker Tricked a US Security Vendor Into Hiring Him—and Immediately Tried to Hack Them

22 hs ago (Wired): KnowBe4 detailed the incident in a recent blog post as a warning for other potential targets.

The Best Android Phones of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

22 hs ago (Wired): Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find those worth your money.

The Week of Brat Summer Will Go Down in Internet History

23 hs ago (Wired): After Charli XCX declared that Vice President Kamala Harris “IS brat,” nothing was the same.

No, You Can’t Have a Solar-Powered Passenger Plane

23 hs ago (Wired): Guilt-free air travel is a beautiful dream, but there’s simply no way to get enough solar energy to keep a cabin full of people in the air.

Europe Is Pumping Billions Into New Military Tech

23 hs ago (Wired): The European Commission is allocating €7.3 billion for defense research over the next seven years. From drones and tanks of the future to battleships and space intelligence, here's what it funds.

7 Best Cheap Smartphones (2024): iPhone, Android, 5G

1 d ago (Wired): There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $150 to $500—stood up to WIRED’s testing.

Venezuela election: Five things you need to know

1 d ago (BBC News): Venezuelans vote in a presidential election which could see the country change course after 25 years.

Ukraine's hopes and challenges after long wait for F-16s

1 d ago (BBC News): Russia intends to destroy dozens of US-built warplanes as soon as they arrive in Ukraine.

Sonos Admits Its Recent App Update Was a Colossal Mistake

1 d ago (Wired): Owners of the company’s wireless speakers will have to endure the pain of broken software for several more months.

How a sketch blossomed into Pakistan's first Ghibli-style animation

1 d ago (BBC News): The Glassworker is the country's first hand-drawn feature film, but could it inspire others?

Video Game Performers Are Going on Strike Over AI

1 d ago (Wired): The union representing the voice and motion-capture actors who work in video games authorized the strike after talks with gaming companies stalled over the use of AI.

Class Action Lawsuit Alleges T-Mobile Broke Its Lifetime Price Guarantee

1 d ago (Wired): Customers of the uncarrier want T-Mobile to pay up after switching their legacy phone plans for something more expensive.

Satellite images and doctor testimony reveal new hunger crisis in Ethiopia

1 d ago (BBC News): Crisis is unfolding in northern Ethiopia - driven by drought, crop failure and insecurity following war.

California Supreme Court Rules That Uber and Lyft Drivers Will Remain Independent Contractors

1 d ago (Wired): In a major victory for app-based companies, their drivers will not be considered employees.

SearchGPT Is OpenAI’s Direct Assault on Google

1 d ago (Wired): The company behind ChatGPT is expanding into search, and leaning heavily on its relationships with publishers.

The 21 Best Movies on Apple TV+ Right Now (July 2024)

1 d ago (Wired): Fancy Dance, The Velvet Underground, and Argylle are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Apple TV+ this month.

New Jersey’s $500 Million Bid to Become an AI Epicenter

1 d ago (Wired): The Garden State has enacted a hefty new tax credit specifically for AI businesses. But tax incentives—particularly for data centers—don’t always create a lot of jobs.

How drones and the battle for Ukraine are changing the future of warfare

1 d ago (BBC News): Drone technology has made the war more immediate and more deadly – and opened up a new battleground.

Vehicle drives through intense wildfire in California

1 d ago (BBC News): Video shows huge flames on either side of the road, as thick smoke obscures the view ahead.

Google DeepMind’s Game-Playing AI Tackles a Chatbot Blind Spot

1 d ago (Wired): Google’s new advance combines a large language model with a self-learning AI. The technique could address some shortcomings with AI—although there’s a catch.

Eminem’s New Album Prompted Gen X to Declare a TikTok ‘War’ on Gen Z

1 d ago (Wired): The release of Eminem’s new album The Death of Slim Shady has led to a series of viral shitposts from Gen X. Their targets, Gen Z, remain unbothered.

The 7 Best Folding Phones We've Tested and Reviewed (2024)

1 d ago (Wired): Ready to move on from the traditional glass slab? Introduce a hinge into your life with these folding smartphones.

The 13 Best Office Chairs in 2024, Tested and Reviewed

1 d ago (Wired): Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

Cars Are Now Rolling Computers, So How Long Will They Get Updates? Automakers Can’t Say

1 d ago (Wired): Phones are supported well beyond their average ownership lifetime. In stark contrast, automakers are struggling to work out how long their “smartphones on wheels” can be kept on the road.

Connect Wireless Headphones to Your TV to Watch Movies and Shows in Peace

1 d ago (Wired): You don’t have to stop watching when everyone else does.

Cannondale Moterra SL 2 Electric Mountain Bike Review: Lightweight and Powerful

1 d ago (Wired): This lightweight, full-power electric mountain bike was born to take on long uphills and wide open spaces.

Beats Pill (2024) Review: A Fortified Contender

1 d ago (Wired): Beats’ resurrected Pill speaker is bolder, brawnier, and better than ever.

The Hugely Important Ocean Current You’ve Never Heard Of

1 d ago (Wired): This week, we learn about the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, and how the failure of this critical ocean current could throw the world’s climate even further into crisis.

Watch: People rescued as Typhoon floods shops and streets

1 d ago (BBC News): Typhoon Gaemi, which made landfall on Taiwan's east coast on Wednesday, has killed three people and injured hundreds more on the island, officials said.

Joe Biden Lost the Internet. Kamala Harris Is Trying to Win It Back

1 d ago (Wired): Biden's campaign crafted countless bespoke identities for him, a response to a fractured internet. It's early, but the Harris campaign appears to have a very different approach.

At the Olympics, AI Is Watching You

1 d ago (Wired): A controversial new surveillance system in Paris foreshadows a future where there are too many CCTV cameras for humans to physically watch.

Anthony Fauci Worries About the Next Pandemic—But Worries More About Democracy

1 d ago (Wired): The former public health lead opens up on serving under Trump, what dangers America faces right now, and what keeps him up at night.

'Deadpool & Wolverine' Scales New Heights of Cinematic Self-Awareness

1 d ago (Wired): Deadpool’s first foray into the Marvel Cinematic Universe is all about giving fans more Easter eggs and references than they can catch. Will it also score Disney a hit?

Polluted Lakes Are Being Cleansed Using Floating Wetlands Made of Trash

1 d ago (Wired): Platforms combining plants and recycled garbage could offer a cut-price solution for reviving polluted bodies of water.

How Soon Might the Atlantic Ocean Break? Two Sibling Scientists Found an Answer—and Shook the World

2 ds ago (Wired): A gigantic, weather-defining current system could be headed to collapse. Peter and Susanne Ditlevsen had a simple yet controversial question: How much time might we have left to save it?

Key moments from Biden's first speech after quitting race

2 ds ago (BBC News): In a rare televised address from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden says he ended his re-election campaign to unite his party and country.

The Thomas Crooks Conspiracy Theories Aren’t Going Anywhere

2 ds ago (Wired): The FBI says Donald Trump’s would-be assassin acted alone; the CIA denies any association with him. But experts say the complex reasons for belief in conspiracies will likely keep people believing.

The Mysterious Discovery of ‘Dark Oxygen’ on the Ocean Floor

2 ds ago (Wired): Researchers believe they have discovered oxygen being produced 4,000 meters below the sea surface, and think polymetallic nodules—the sought-after bounty of deep-sea miners—could be the source.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Review: Blood Sugar Index and Navigation Features

2 ds ago (Wired): Samsung’s premium outdoor fitness watch has basic navigation features and measures your metabolism.

The 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony Will Be Unlike Any Before It

2 ds ago (Wired): For the first time in history, the Olympics opening ceremony won’t be held inside a stadium. Instead, it will float down the Seine. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Highly Infectious FLiRT Variants Behind the Summer Covid Wave

2 ds ago (Wired): The latest dominant Covid variants have stronger infectiousness than their predecessors and the ability to evade vaccine-induced antibodies.

How to Watch the 2024 Summer Olympics

2 ds ago (Wired): This time around, it will be much easier to watch the games you want, live or on-demand.

Coupon Code: 15 Percent off SHED RAIN Umbrellas

2 ds ago (Wired): WIRED has teamed up with umbrella-maker SHED RAIN for an exclusive 15 percent off discount code.

You Can Actually Use a Chromebook Offline. Here’s How

2 ds ago (Wired): The always-online laptop doesn’t really have to always be online.

Samsung Coupon and Promo Codes (July 2024)

2 ds ago (Wired): WIRED has the best deals to save on your favorite Samsung products.

This Is the Year Comic-Con Bounces Back

2 ds ago (Wired): After being upended by Covid-19 cancellations and Hollywood strikes, Comic-Con International in San Diego has a chance to come back in a big way this year.

How to Buy a Sleep Mask: Fit, Material, and Features to Look For

2 ds ago (Wired): Sleep masks offer a range of benefits, including deeper and more restful sleep, but there are many styles on the market. We'll help you navigate the options.

How IT Departments Scrambled to Address the CrowdStrike Chaos

2 ds ago (Wired): System administrators and their teams sprang into action last Friday and worked tirelessly to get their companies back online amid one of the worst digital blackouts ever.

A Hacker ‘Ghost’ Network Is Quietly Spreading Malware on GitHub

2 ds ago (Wired): Cybersecurity researchers have spotted a 3,000-account network on GitHub that is manipulating the platform and spreading ransomware and info stealers.

This Machine Exposes Privacy Violations

2 ds ago (Wired): A former Google engineer has built a search engine, webXray, that aims to find illicit online data collection and tracking—with the goal of becoming “the Henry Ford of tech lawsuits.”

Listings for Resident Evil 9 and remakes of Resident Evil Zero, Resident Evil 5, and Code Veronica have appeared online

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Listings for several rumored Resident Evil games have appeared online, including one for Resident Evil 9.

Okta warns users to be aware of damaging cyberattacks targeting customers

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Someone's engaged in credential stuffing via cross-origin authentication.

Netflix is teaming up with Microsoft and Mojang to craft a Minecraft animated show, and the timing couldn't be worse

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Netflix and Mojang are putting the building blocks in place for an animated Minecraft TV series.

YouTube must stop helping Russia censor free speech, experts say

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): As blocking orders keep rising and VPNs are less reliable, experts urge YouTube's parent company Google to do more to protect Russians' free speech.

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 will be released on PS4 and Xbox One, new leak suggests

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): New Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 leaks have seemingly revealed the game's cross-gen platform release plans.

Apple says it will put its AI processing data in a "cloud black box" to keep it private

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): AI data may be processed in the cloud rather than on-device, but Apple promises to maintain top-level security.

Samsung Galaxy Watch FE: Latest news, rumors, and what we want to see

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): It seems as though there might be a Galaxy Watch FE arriving with the Galaxy Watch 7 sometime in 2024.

Prime Video movie of the day: Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman deliver a powerful and compassionate drama in Rain Man

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Dustin Hoffman steals the show but Tom Cruise showed he really could act in this touching and sometimes sad drama.

Looking for your next Netflix K-drama fix? The Whirlwind will whip you into a storm with tension-filled first trailer

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Whose side are you on when politicians battle for power in a high-stakes struggle?

Cooler Master hit by mega data breach — PC equipment maker sees customer info stolen

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Hacker claims to have stolen 103GB of sensitive data from Cooler Master, including payment information.

AI-powered software development hinges on effective change management

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): AI is the definition of disruptive technology and organizations have to shift their mindsets beyond simply tooling up and hoping for the best.

Millimeter wave systems can meet growing indoor bandwidth requirements

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): In this article we will explore new technologies and approaches to using mmWave systems for indoor connectivity as well as where and how they might be deployed.

Exclusive: An affordable 16TB PCIe SSD is on the way — Chinese firm behind world’s first 2TB microSD card plans another world’s first and, yes, we’re chasing a review sample

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): AGI is on a roll with the world’s largest PCIe SSD that will appeal to business users.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Season 4 patch notes detail latest maps and modes, along with balance changes

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Season 4 has launched, introducing all-new content as well as numerous balance updates.

UK MP email passwords stolen and sold on dark web

1 m ago (TechRadar - All the latest technology news): MPs have had passwords stolen and leaked on the dark web, putting critical services in a highly vulnerable state

New AI headphone prototype filters out noise, focuses on voices

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Most active noise-canceling headphones work by producing sound waves to counteract lower-frequency environmental rumbles like engine drones. But they end up canceling all sound in those frequencies, potentially removing audio you want to hear. The new prototype aims to give users more nuanced noise control.Read Entire Article

WD's large-capacity portable hard drives are back with new 6TB models

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Western Digital's portable 2.5-inch HDDs are now available in 6TB variants. The new models are the highest-capacity portable HDDs currently on the market, as WD's offerings have maxed out at 5TB since 2017.Read Entire Article

Slack has been siphoning user data to train AI models without asking permission

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The revelation, which blew up online this week after a user called it out on X/Twitter, has plenty of people peeved that Slack didn't make this clearer from the jump. Corey Quinn, an executive at Duckbill Group, kicked up the fuss with an angry post asking "I'm sorry Slack, you're...Read Entire Article

Six ways to eliminate the unhelpful "AI Overviews" in Google search results

2 ms ago (TechSpot): If you share my feelings, we have a few ways that you can avoid Google's terrible AI search summaries. They are not foolproof or as ideal as just switching it off (as Google would have you believe), but they can at least get you straight results without the AI BS.Read Entire Article

Valve's next game is a hero shooter called Deadlock – mixes Overwatch, Valorant, DOTA, and others

2 ms ago (TechSpot): A leaker known for reporting on Valve projects recently shared screenshots of a rumored upcoming online game from the company. Called Deadlock, the competitive shooter has drawn comparisons to established titles like Overwatch, Valorant, and Valve's own DOTA 2.Read Entire Article

Microsoft plans to make the next Call of Duty a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The enormously successful Call of Duty franchise has entertained first-person shooter fans on all platforms since 2003. The title is one of the main reasons Microsoft fought tooth and nail for approval of its $69 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition. Redmond's gaming arm has fully embraced a subscription-based future, with the...Read Entire Article

NASA's Juno images hint at shifting ice shell over Europa's underground ocean

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The high-resolution pictures, taken during Juno's flyby of Europa on September 29, 2022, seem to support the "true polar wander" theory – that Europa's ice shell is essentially adrift from its rocky mantle below.Read Entire Article

Sony doesn't want companies to use its music to train generative AI algorithms

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Sony sent a letter to more than 700 companies and organizations to take a stand against copyright abuse in AI training practices. Sony Music Group is warning corporations dealing with AI, particularly generative AI ventures, that they are not authorized to use music data owned by the label to teach...Read Entire Article

OpenAI partners with Reddit to put users' posts in ChatGPT

2 ms ago (TechSpot): In a joint statement announcing the partnership, the companies say that the internet needs to be kept open, and part of that means Reddit content needs to be "accessible to those fostering human learning and researching ways to build community, belonging, and empowerment online."Read Entire Article

TikTok is testing a new option to upload 60-minute videos, YouTube style

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Despite suffering legal pressures coming from many parts of the Western world, TikTok is still trying to grow its business prospects with new user-centric features. As spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra and later confirmed by TechCrunch, the Chinese video social network is experimenting with an option to upload...Read Entire Article

Plug-in hybrids are driving EV sales growth, but industry faces roadblocks ahead

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The latest Counterpoint report has revealed that the biggest driver of Q1's sales surge is plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), which combine a gas engine with an electric motor and battery pack. PHEV sales were up a whopping 46% year-over-year as consumers were lured in by their cheaper upfront costs...Read Entire Article

Two MIT alumni brothers accused of $25 million crypto fraud in record time

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The Justice Department said that this is the first time anyone has exploited the Ethereum blockchain's transaction validation protocols to fraudulently gain control over pending transactions. Once they gained control illicitly, the brothers allegedly manipulated all pending cryptocurrency transfers and stole $25 million from unsuspecting victims within an extraordinarily short...Read Entire Article

Rockstar narrows down GTA 6 launch window to fall 2025

2 ms ago (TechSpot): GTA 6 is reportedly in the final stages of development. Back in February, the company ordered remote workers back to the office full time to help finish up the game and plug any potential leaks.Read Entire Article

Ampere announces monstrous 256-core 3nm CPU, teams up with Qualcomm for AI

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The AmpereOne is an Arm-compatible chip designed for cloud-native workloads, AI inferencing, databases, web servers, and media delivery. It aims to strike a balance between high performance and power efficiency.Read Entire Article

Winamp music player will soon become an open-source project

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Llama Group is opening Winamp's source code to programmers worldwide. According to the company, the legendary audio player for Windows PCs will start living its second life as a proper open-source project on September 24, 2024. Llama Group is looking for coders interested in joining the software's development, but it...Read Entire Article

Archie, the first search engine, has been resurrected

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The operators of the website Serial Port have recently revived Archie, the internet's first search engine. Its FTP search and indexing functions are available to the public again after languishing in obscurity for years.Read Entire Article

'Lunar Lake' Intel Core Ultra shown packing hefty 32GB LPDDR5X RAM on-chip

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The platform will introduce on-package memory, a significant step considering it's a first for Intel processors. This additional memory will be available alongside the CPU, GPU, and NPU right on the chip. Recent test files from the chipmaker, uncovered by @InstaLaX64, reveal two Lunar Lake CPUs sporting the novel design...Read Entire Article

Ghost of Tsushima on PC allows simultaneous use of Nvidia DLSS upscaling and AMD FSR 3 frame generation

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Nvidia still keeps its DLSS Frame Generation feature exclusive to the company's latest RTX 4000-series cards, while AMD makes its FSR 3 version open source.Read Entire Article

Pushy Microsoft app wants you to "repair" your PC by switching to Bing

2 ms ago (TechSpot): The PC Manager app has been kicking around the Microsoft Store since late 2022, but it's an optional download and not something that comes pre-installed with Windows 11. As such, it hasn't exactly been a mainstream hit – the app only has around 200 reviews as of writing. But as...Read Entire Article

Are 6 Core CPUs Enough for PC Gaming?

2 ms ago (TechSpot): There are plenty of fast 6-core gaming CPUs that outperform relatively new 8, 10, 12, and even 16-core chips. In this article we'll show you some interesting comparisons using different GPUs and gaming settings.Read Entire Article

Asus issues apology, promises changes after RMA and repair cost outrage

2 ms ago (TechSpot): It was late last week when Gamers Nexus published a video titled "Asus Scammed Us." Host Stephen Burke explains how the channel had returned an Asus ROG Ally handheld (bought to review) to Asus so it could repair a thumbstick problem under warrantyRead Entire Article

Dragon Age Inquisition is free for a week as part of Epic's Mega Sale

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Dragon Age Inquisition: Game of the Year Edition is free on the Epic Games Store until March 23. The critically acclaimed RPG is the first among several mystery freebies the company will reveal between now and the end of its "Mega Sale" on June 13. The hit title includes all...Read Entire Article

AT&T wants to turn every smartphone into a satellite phone by no later than 2030

2 ms ago (TechSpot): On Wednesday, AT&T and AST SpaceMobile announced they entered an official commercial partnership extending to 2030. The two companies have worked together since 2018 under a "Memorandum of Understanding." Their goal is to bring satellite connectivity to standard 5G phones.Read Entire Article

Google's Trillium TPU achieves unprecedented performance increase for AI workloads

2 ms ago (TechSpot): At this year's I/O developer conference, Google announced its "most advanced" TPU yet. Trillium, the machine learning algorithm accelerator, represents the culmination of over a decade of research on specialized AI hardware and is a fundamental component needed to construct the next wave of AI foundation models.Read Entire Article

TSMC's performance-boosting 3nm N3P node on schedule for late 2024

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Building upon the successful rollout of its current-gen N3E process, the N3P node represents an optical shrink that promises heightened performance efficiency and improved transistor density. While N3E has already hit volume production, with TSMC boasting "great" yield rates on par with its mature 5nm technology, the upcoming N3P offers...Read Entire Article

Intel Thunderbolt Share aims to simplify connection and resource sharing between multiple PCs

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Intel recently introduced Thunderbolt Share, a new software solution designed to enable novel "PC-to-PC" experiences that are secure, feature-rich, and easier to achieve. With Thunderbolt Share, Intel promises that users will be able to connect different Windows-based systems to share input peripherals, monitors, accessories, or even large files with a...Read Entire Article

Dangerously thin iPad Pro proves surprisingly robust in bend tests

2 ms ago (TechSpot): As Apple executive John Ternus explained in a recent interview with Arun Maini, the tablet's main logic board runs right down the center between the two batteries. Apple also added a metal cowling over the logic board that serves as a "central rib." Combined, the design choices result in improved...Read Entire Article

Classic gaming emulators RetroArch and PPSSPP finally land on iOS

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Let's start with RetroArch, which is sort of like the Swiss Army knife of emulation. This open-source powerhouse has been letting gamers play their retro favorites on various platforms for years, and now it's officially on iOS. Fire it up, and you'll have a slew of emulation "cores" to choose...Read Entire Article

Intel N250 "Twin Lake" CPU could replace Alder Lake-N for low-power laptops

2 ms ago (TechSpot): According to the latest rumors, the Intel N250 is expected to be a successor to the N100 "Alder lake-N" CPU, and will reportedly feature only efficiency cores like its predecessor. It is tipped to be a 4-core, 4-thread SKU with a 1.2GHz base clock, but other critical details, like the...Read Entire Article

Android 15 new privacy push includes theft detection and secret app locker

2 ms ago (TechSpot): Dubbed "Theft Detection Lock," this new safeguard uses motion sensors to recognize the telltale jerks and tugs of someone snatching your device out of your hands or off a table. When it detects those movements, it automatically activates a lock screen to block access.Read Entire Article

‘It’s just not hitting like it used to’: TikTok was in its flop era before it got banned in the US

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): I used to be an avid user of TikTok, but the algorithm serves much less delight and serendipity than it used toTikTok is facing its most credible existential threat yet. Last week, the US Congress passed a bill that bans the short-form video app if it does not sell to an American company by this time next year. But as a former avid user whose time on the app has dropped sharply in recent months, I am left wondering – will I even be using the app a year from now?Like many Americans of my...

Ofcom accused of ‘excluding’ bereaved parents from online safety consultation

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): The UK regulator has been criticised by grieving families and internet abuse survivors for failing to engage with themBereaved parents and abuse survivors who have endured years of “preventable, life-changing harm” linked to social media say they have been denied a voice in official discussions about holding tech firms to account.Mariano Janin, whose daughter Mia, 14, killed herself after online bullying, and the parents of Oliver Stephens, 13, who was murdered after a dispute on social...

On my radar: Andrew O’Hagan’s cultural highlights

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): The novelist on a comedic TikTok sensation, the importance of a good suit and his favourite educational appAndrew O’Hagan was born in Glasgow in 1968, grew up in a working-class Ayrshire family and studied English at Strathclyde University. His first book was The Missing (1995), which told the story of people who disappeared. In 2003 he was included on Granta’s list of best young British novelists. He has written 10 books, including Our Fathers and Mayflies, with three of his novels being...

‘A lot of effort to get one date’: Bumble app makes women’s first move easier

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): ‘Intentions’ badges also launched, as dating app sector sees drops in share prices and moves to diversify “In the end it was the data that killed me,” says Penny* about her decision to leave the dating app Bumble. If she opened the app she might receive 100 likes, 25% of which she might be interested in. She would look at their profiles and write individualised messages; a few would respond, perhaps one would result in a date.“That’s a lot of effort to get one date,” she says....

Apple Sends Congratulatory Letters to 2024 Swift Student Challenge Winners

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Some Swift Student Challenge winners today began receiving congratulatory certificates from Apple, with one Distinguished Winner sharing a images of the letter he received from Apple. We're honored to recognize you as a Distinguished Winner of the 2024 Swift Student Challenge. Your app playground stands among the best of the best in this year's challenge, demonstrating your creativity, passion for coding, and commitment to building great apps. You've truly inspired us and we can't wait...

Ukraine unveils AI-generated foreign ministry spokesperson

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Victoria Shi is modelled on Rosalie Nombre, a singer and former contestant on Ukraine’s version of the reality show The BachelorUkraine on Wednesday presented an AI-generated spokesperson called Victoria who will make official statements on behalf of its foreign ministry.The ministry said it would “for the first time in history” use a digital spokesperson to read its statements, which will still be written by humans. Continue reading...

What to Expect From the May 7 Apple Event

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple is set to hold its first event of the year next Tuesday, and the focus will be on the iPad. The iPad Pro and iPad Air models are set to be updated, and Apple also plans to refresh some of its ‌iPad‌ accessories. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. This guide features details on everything that we're expecting to see at the "Let Loose" event that will take place on May 7. iPad Pro The ‌iPad Pro‌ models will be the star of Apple's event,...

Best Apple Deals of the Week: Get Low Prices on Anker and Eufy Accessories, AirPods, Apple Pencil, and More

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): This week's best deals include great discounts on both Apple products and third-party accessories, ranging from all-time low prices on Apple Pencil and the Studio Display, to steep markdowns on Anker's popular USB-C charging accessories. You'll also find OWC's ongoing discount on its best Thunderbolt docks and hubs. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site...

iPhone 16 Lineup Could Feature Slimmer MagSafe Components

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): This year's iPhone 16 lineup could see a slight change to the MagSafe alignment magnets compared to previous generations, according to images shared by French case company ShopSystem [Google Translate]. Casemaking molds for the ‌iPhone 16‌ lineup appear to show a thinner design for the attachment ring magnets and for the single alignment magnet, relative to equivalent molds for the iPhone 15 lineup. The report suggests ‌MagSafe‌ accessory manufacturers may need to adapt...

iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro: 50+ Upgrades to Expect

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): The iPhone 16 Pro is set to succeed 2023's iPhone 15 Pro, introducing over 25 new features and improvements to Apple's high-end smartphones. With many users adopting two-year upgrade cycles, plenty of iPhone 14 Pro owners will be looking to upgrade to the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ later this year, so this guide breaks down every major difference you should be aware of between the two generations based on rumors. In 2022, Apple unveiled the ‌iPhone 14‌ Pro as the successor to the...

‘Second renaissance’: tech uncovers ancient scroll secrets of Plato and co

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Researchers and Silicon Valley are using tools powered by AI to read what had long been thought unreadableMore than 2,000 years after Plato died, the towering figure of classical antiquity and founder of the Academy, regarded by many as the first university in the west, can still make front-page news.Researchers this week claimed to have found the final resting place of the Greek philosopher, a patch in the garden of his Athens Academy, after scanning an ancient papyrus scroll recovered from the...

iOS 18's Rumored AI Features for Siri, Spotlight, and More Revealed in New Report

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple system features such as Siri and Spotlight Search are set to receive new AI features that work across apps like Messages, Mail, and Safari, AppleInsider reports. Safari will apparently gain a text summarization tool called Intelligent Browsing that allows users to generate a short summary of any webpage, and ‌Siri‌ could gain a similar feature that works in the Messages app. Apple's AI technology can apparently analyze message content and generate responses. Spotlight search...

Report: Five Things Apple Won't Announce at Its Event Next Week

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple is holding at least five announcements for later in the year that will not arrive at the company's "Let loose" special event next week, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In a report detailing his expectations for Apple's upcoming event, Gurman noted that there are a total of five things that the company is holding for later in the year: AI features: While Apple may tease new AI capabilities with the next-generation iPad Pro, Apple will not "formally unveil" the features...

Dark Brandon popping off: is Joe Biden’s ‘cringe’ TikTok helping or hurting him?

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): His youth support declining, the president needs ‘to be where the people are’. His account regularly mocks Trump – but remains silent on GazaIn Joe Biden’s TikTok debut, timed to the Super Bowl in February, the president answered rapid-fire questions like “Chiefs or Niners?” (neither, he picked the Eagles because his wife’s a “Philly girl”) and flashed the Dark Brandon meme. He got more than 10m views, so by pure metrics, the video was no flop. But to use one of TikTok’s...

Stop trying to turn Dungeons & Dragons into a Marvel-esque cash cow – it won’t work

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): The way that Wizards of the Coast is treating this venerable game is totally at odds with how its players see itThe words hit players of the world’s favourite tabletop role playing game like a magic missile straight to the heart. “Dungeons & Dragons has never been more popular, and we have really great fans and engagement,” said Cynthia Williams, former CEO of D&D publisher Wizards of the Coast, in December 2022 at an “investor-focused” web seminar. “But the brand is really...

Apple's 2025 M4 MacBook Air: What to Expect

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple is working to introduce a new fourth-generation Apple silicon chip across the Mac lineup, and while the first M4 Macs are coming in 2024, the MacBook Air won't get updated until 2025. This guide highlights everything that we know about the next-generation ‌MacBook Air‌ so far. M4 Chips The 13-inch and 15-inch ‌MacBook Air‌ models were just updated with M3 chips in March 2024, so it's no surprise that they're not going to be the first devices to get the M4 chip....

Apple reports slumping iPhone sales as global demand weakens

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): iPhone sales fell 10% compared with the same time period last year, but the company still beat Wall Street’s expectationsApple released its earnings report on Thursday, revealing a drop in overall revenue fueled by slackening iPhone sales.Earnings exceeded market expectations, however, and Apple’s shares rose in after-hours trading. Tim Cook, Apple’s chief executive, said in a statement released before the call that “Apple is reporting revenue of $90.8bn for the March quarter, including...

Apple's Q2 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple today held its earnings call for the second fiscal quarter of 2024 (first calendar quarter), with Apple CEO Tim Cook and Apple CFO Luca Maestri providing us with some details on Apple's performance, Vision Pro sales, services growth, AI plans, and other topics. We've highlighted the most interesting takeaways from today's earnings call. Next Week's Announcements Apple CEO ‌Tim Cook‌ said Apple is prepping for "an exciting product announcement" that the company thinks...

Tim Cook on Generative AI: 'We Have Advantages That Will Differentiate Us'

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): During today's earnings call covering the second fiscal quarter of 2024, Apple CEO Tim Cook again spoke about Apple's work on generative AI. He said that Apple has "advantages" that will "differentiate" the company in the era of AI, and some "very exciting things" will be shared with customers in the near future. We continue to feel very bullish about our opportunity in generative AI. We are making significant investments and we're looking forward to sharing some very exciting things with...

Apple Reports 2Q 2024 Results: $23.6B Profit on $90.8B Revenue

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple today announced financial results for the second fiscal quarter of 2024, which corresponds to the first calendar quarter of the year. For the quarter, Apple posted revenue of $90.8 billion and net quarterly profit of $23.6 billion, or $1.53 per diluted share, compared to revenue of $94.8 billion and net quarterly profit of $24.1 billion, or $1.52 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter. Apple set an all-time quarterly record for Services revenue at $23.9...

Unreleased Beats Pill Speaker Teased by F1 Driver Daniel Ricciardo

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Following this past weekend's sighting of NBA superstar LeBron James carrying an unreleased Beats speaker reminiscent of the former Beats Pill, F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has also been seen teasing the unreleased speaker at this week's Grand Prix stop in Miami. Details on the unreleased speaker remain unknown, but it features a similar pill-shaped design to the rest of the Pill family and includes a lanyard that has not been present on previous models. The most recent model in the Pill...

Amazon CEO broke US law with anti-union comments, judge rules

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Andy Jassy said employees in a union would ‘find it harder to get things done quickly and would be better off’ without oneA federal administrative law judge ruled that the the Amazon CEO, Andy Jassy, violated labor law by making certain anti-union comments during media interviews two years ago.Jassy said in 2022 that unions make workplaces “much slower” and “more bureaucratic”. Continue reading...

Siri on HomePod Seems to Have Forgotten How to Give the Time

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): At some point in the last 24 hours, Siri on the HomePod and the HomePod mini seems to have forgotten how to relay the time. When asking ‌Siri‌ "what time is it?" ‌Siri‌ is unable to answer and directs users to the iPhone. "I found some web results, I can show them if you ask again from your ‌iPhone‌," is ‌Siri‌'s full response to the time question. If you ask what time it is in a specific location, ‌Siri‌ is able to respond, and...

Apple Confirms iPadOS Will Get Same EU App Changes as iOS This Fall

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple today confirmed that it will be bringing all of the app ecosystem changes made to iOS in the European Union to iPadOS in the fall. Earlier this week, the European Commission said that iPadOS is also a gatekeeper platform under the Digital Markets Act. EU developers will be able to distribute iPad apps outside of the App Store using alternative app marketplaces or websites, and all of the same terms will apply. The Core Technology Fee will be charged for apps that are distributed...

Apple Tweaks EU Core Technology Fee to Avoid Bankrupting Unexpectedly Viral Apps

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple today announced that it is tweaking the terms of the 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee (CTF) that apps distributed using the new EU business terms must pay, introducing a solution that would keep small apps that go viral from being charged unreasonable fees. First, independent and small developers who earn no revenue at all will not have to pay the CTF. Students, hobbyists, and freeware app developers who distribute free apps and earn no money will not be charged the fee. Developers will...

Amazon Discounts Popular Accessories From Anker, Eufy, and Jackery

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Today we're tracking a few deals offered by Anker, Eufy, and Jackery, including a wide array of wall chargers, Bluetooth trackers, and other USB-C accessories. All of the products in this sale can be found on Amazon, and some will require you to clip an on-page coupon then head to the checkout screen before you see the final sale price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site...

iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Proving Less Popular With Buyers This Year

2 ms ago (MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories): Apple's iPhone 15 Pro models were its most purchased smartphones in the U.S. in the first quarter of this year, according to the latest Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) report. The ‌iPhone 15 Pro‌ and Pro Max accounted for 22% and 23% of all iPhones sold in Q1 2024, for a 45% combined share. The iPhone 15 Plus took a 9% share of all iPhones sold, while the ‌iPhone 15‌ and iPhone 14 were the third most popular, each taking 14% of the share. The...

Apple working to fix iPhone alarm problem

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Company says it is aware of issue as users complain alarms are playing too quietly or not going offApple is working to fix a problem that has resulted in some users complaining that their iPhone alarms are not going off – or playing too quietly.The company said it was aware of the issue, which has been picked up by TikTok users, who have complained about incidents where their alarm has failed to sound. Continue reading...

Sea of Thieves on PlayStation 5 review – you’ll laugh, you’ll sail, you’ll drink grog until you’re sick

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Microsoft; PS5 (version tested), Xbox, PC; RareYou’re pirates on the ocean wave, fighting sea monsters and digging up buried treasure, but you’re also larking about playing musical instruments When Sea of Thieves originally set sail on Xbox in 2018, it promised a journey filled with shared adventure, but set off a little short on supplies. Though early sailors found a vast multiplayer ocean to explore, it was tough to get a reliable crew together and when you did, the quests were limited in...

‘Like taking a shovel to your brain’: dark fairytale game Indika takes aim at the Russian Orthodox church

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Creative director and writer Dmitry Svetlov explains how his religious upbringing shaped this game about a nun with a rebellious streakA young woman stands amid the labyrinthine architecture of a Russian nunnery. At first glance, you’d be forgiven for mistaking the scene for one from Tomb Raider. Then the woman moves – slowly, and without the athletic gait of action hero Lara Croft. Her head is bowed, shrouded in black cloth, and her shoulders are hunched in such a way that you have to angle...

Pushing Buttons: The emulator app helping gamers replay classics from their youth – for now

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): In this week’s newsletter: Delta can be used to play games on vintage consoles from the Game Boy to the Snes … but for how long?• Don’t get Pushing Buttons delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereA new app has been at the top of the charts on Apple’s store for a couple of weeks now: Delta. Its app store page is illustrated with shots of very Nintendo-esque on-screen controls, framing screenshots from Game Boy, Snes and Mega Drive games. The reviews are glowing: “I’ve been downloading...

In the wake of the TV series, is it worth playing Fallout 4 again?

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Bethesda has just released a huge ‘next gen update’ for 2015’s Fallout 4. Now that the TV series is a hit, is it worth returning to the wasteland?Last month, developer Bethesda released a hefty update for 2015’s Fallout 4, probably timed to welcome new fans eager to learn more about the inspiration behind Amazon’s hit TV adaptation. The base game and its expansions offered hundreds of hours of gameplay already, and this update expands Fallout 4 even further with new quests,...

Schoolgirl impresses at Japanese gamer event with win in retro game

2 ms ago (Technology | The Guardian): Girl of between 12 and 16 was making her first appearance at Evo Japan as contests previously finished past her bedtimeA girl scored a win at one of Japan’s top fighting video game contests, in a competitive puzzle game released before she was born.The girl, known as “Money Idol-chan” after the game she competed in, has grown up playing competitive video games. Since 2022, her parents have run Anegasaki Shooting Star, a tiny arcade on the east side of Tokyo Bay. Her name has not been...

Some users are randomly getting locked out of their Apple ID accounts

2 ms ago (AppleInsider News): Overnight, a notable portion of iCloud users were getting logged out of their accounts across all of their devices, and the only way back in was to perform a password reset.Web-based iCloud login pageThe log-outs weren't — or aren't, it's not clear yet — happening on one particular class of device. And, if you were impacted, it's across nearly all of your devices including HomePods, Apple TV hardware, iPhone, iPad, and Mac.One AppleInsider staffer said that whatever the cause of the issue,...

Keep your adventures well-lit with this $40 outdoor flashlight that doubles as a flame simulator

3 ms ago (Macworld): Macworld Spring is here and summer is on its way. For those taking to the outdoors, ensure you’re set up with the right equipment, especially a reliable flashlight for getting around in the dark and exploring nature’s delights. Fortunately, you can get ambient lighting and a reliable power supply with this multi-purpose outdoor flashlight. It’s on sale for only $39.99 (reg. $62) for a limited time. Offering ultra-bright LED lights for great...

These open-ear headphones pack both sound and safety for less than $40

3 ms ago (Macworld): Macworld If you’re a sensitive listener or simply dislike in-ear audio options, consider upgrading to these open-ear headphones. These Mercato headphones have an open-ear design for comfort and crisp audio, all while keeping you aware of your surroundings. Now, they’re on sale for only $39.95 (reg. $69) with code GET10. Boasting an ergonomic open-ear construction, the Mercato headphones rest outside your ears and loop around them to ensure they...

Apple said to have restarted discussion for OpenAI integration into iOS 18

3 ms ago (AppleInsider News): A report suggests that Apple is still looking across the spectrum of AI providers for iOS 18, with OpenAi again in conversations with the iPhone maker.There's not a lot to Friday's report from Bloomberg that hasn't already been discussed. The key point from it, is that discussions have started again, or are perhaps continuing with OpenAI for potential inclusion in iOS 18, somehow.Previous rumors made it clear that Apple had discussions with OpenAI. Friday's report says that the technology could...

How to charge an iPhone properly

3 ms ago (Macworld): Macworld iPhones are remarkable devices, but they lose their lustre once the battery runs dry. That’s why it’s important to look after the cell inside and ensure that you always charge it properly. In this article we explain the steps you need to take if you want your iPhone to last till the late hours each day and keep doing so for as many years as possible. How to charge an iPhone with a cable The fastest way to charge an iPhone is using a cable. Until the iPhone 15,...

Cyber Security Today, Week in Review for week ending Friday, April 26, 2024

3 ms ago (IT World Canada): This episode features a discussion on the latest in the Change Healthcare ransomware attack, a vulnerability in an abandoned Apache open source project, the next step in Canada's proposed critical infrastructure cybersecurity law and the future

Hackers try to exploit WordPress plugin vulnerability that’s as severe as it gets

3 ms ago (Biz & IT – Ars Technica): WP Automatic plugin patched, but release notes don't mention the critical fix.

Retro gold rush: these emulators are coming to the App Store soon

3 ms ago (AppleInsider News): Apple is allowing emulators to be submitted to the App Store. Here's what's on the way so you can play your favorite retro games on your iPhone.Emulators can bring retro gaming to the iPhoneThe early April changes to the App Store Review Guidelines reversed a rule that practically banned emulators from the App Store. After the rule was removed, it was expected that there would be a sudden rush of emulators being submitted to Apple for inclusion in the digital storefront.Emulators for the iPhone...

How to connect to FTP servers in macOS using modern apps

3 ms ago (AppleInsider News): File Transfer Protocol is an older networking protocol for transferring files to network servers. Here's how to use it on your Mac.Connecting to FTP in macOS's Finder.We previously covered the Terminal-based SCP protocol, which allows you to securely copy files over a network.How to use SSH for secure connections in macOS talked about the SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP), which is considered more secure because it uses Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) to exchange key info for authentication....

What’s on Apple TV+ this week: ‘The Big Door Prize’ season 2 is now streaming

3 ms ago (Macworld): Macworld Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s $9.99-a-month service. If you want to know what’s on the way, check...

Industry 5.0: Why the future of manufacturing is human and robotic

3 ms ago (Silicon RepublicSilicon Republic): Cybersecurity manager Marc Wren argues that the latest movement in manufacturing aims to leverage the immense power of machines while also recognising the unique abilities that people bring to the table. Read more: Industry 5.0: Why the future of manufacturing is human and robotic

Apple finally pulls generative AI nude apps from the App Store

3 ms ago (AppleInsider News): Apple has removed apps from the App Store that claimed to make nonconsensual nude imagery, a move that demonstrates Apple is now more willing to tackle the hazardous app category.App Store iconThe capabilities of generative AI to create images based on prompts has become a very useful tool in photography and design. However, the technology also has been misused in the creation of deep fakes — and nonconsensual pornography.Despite the danger, Apple has been remarkably hands-off from the...