Monday, February 15, 2021
Full-face hot-wax TikTok videos prompt warnings
Skin experts raise health-and-safety concerns about the videos, which do not carry a warning.
Mercedes emergency call bug: Carmaker recalls vehicles
Carmaker recalls more than a million vehicles after finding a bug in its emergency call software.
Sunday, February 14, 2021
How to Level Up Your At-Home Recording Studio
Ready to upgrade your USB microphone or headset to something better? Here’s how to make sense of pro(ish) audio gear.
Saturday, February 13, 2021
19 Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear
Plus, updated tips on how to wear them most effectively—whether you're running, going to work, or just trying to stay safe and stylish.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
The CDC Now Recommends Double-Masking. Here's How to Do It
The CDC has released a report showing that two masks are better than one for curbing transmission of the coronavirus. Here's the proper way to double up.
16 Valentine's Day Deals for Your Sweetheart (or Yourself)
From a bouquet of flowers to sex tech, you can save on gifts for your special someone.
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Bitcoin consumes 'more electricity than Argentina'
The rising value of Bitcoin leads to ever-higher energy consumption, researchers say.
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Jack Ma swaps drawings with fellow tech billionaire
The Alibaba founder and Japanese technology entrepreneur Masayoshi Son are close friends and share sketches.
Monday, February 8, 2021
Tesco tells Chancellor to hit online rivals with sales tax
Boss Ken Murphy has asked Chancellor Rishi Sunak for a "level playing field" when it comes to tax.
Sunday, February 7, 2021
How to Free Up Space on Your Laptop
Running out of storage for that new game or work files you need to download? Here’s how to make some room.
Saturday, February 6, 2021
The Best Cheap Phones for (Almost) Every Budget
There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a phone these days. These are our favorite Android devices and iPhones for $200 to $500.
Thursday, February 4, 2021
Device could aid motorcyclists cornering and other news
BBC Click’s Paul Carter looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week.
10 Great TV and Soundbar Deals for the Super Bowl
Yeah, there's a big football game this weekend, but we're more excited about these OLED TV and soundbar deals.
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
3 Services to Help You Take Charge of Your Mental Health
We're all having a tough time right now, but these apps, podcasts, and websites can provide a lifeline.
Monday, February 1, 2021
Crew in a Box: A plug-and-play studio kit
The remotely controlled system includes camera, teleprompter, microphones and a light panel.
Silver surges as speculators focus on commodities
The investor battle that caused GameStop to surge has moved on to silver.
Sunday, January 31, 2021
The Best VPNs to Protect Yourself Online
It won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but a virtual private network can help make you a less tempting target for hackers.
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Your Covid Vaccine Questions, Answered
This week, we field listener queries about the vaccine’s rollout, how state and local governments are handling distribution, and when you’ll get your shot.
Friday, January 29, 2021
KrowdFit Gives Fitness Trackers a New Motivational Dimension
Do you welcome physical fitness like a fish in water, or does it take a trip to the clothing store for larger sizes to get you moving? If you need a push, perhaps a new motivational tool called KrowdFit will be more to your liking. It pays you cash to put your fitness tracking devices on. The KrowdFit wellness app uses a novel twist to a childhood motivational method. It pays you cash to keep physically active.
Thursday, January 28, 2021
NYC Surveillance Cameras Targeted in Amnesty International Crowdsource Project
An online map of surveillance cameras in New York City is in the works. The map project is part of a larger campaign called "Ban the Scan," sponsored by Amnesty International, which is partnering on the initiative with several other tech advocacy, privacy, and civil liberties groups. Data for the map will be "crowdsourced" by volunteers.
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Gamestop: 'Failing' firm soars in value as amateurs buy stock
Shares in a games company have soared more than 300% - the result of a fight between private and professional investors.
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The North Face Puts the Latest Road Running Tech on the Trail
The storied outdoor brand has introduced a new trail running shoe with speedy—and controversial—carbon-fiber plates in the soles.
Monday, January 25, 2021
Satellites beat balloons in race for flying internet
Google's Loon bows out - but thousands of satellites are taking to the skies to beam down the internet.
Saturday, January 23, 2021
The great graphics card shortage of 2020 (and 2021)
Gamers have been facing inflated prices for months - and it's set to stretch into 2021.
Iran's supreme leader makes online threats to attack golfing Trump
A photomontage seems to show the ex-president playing in the shadow of a warplane or large drone.
Friday, January 22, 2021
How to Reboot Your Burnt-Out Brain
This week, we round up tips for staying organized, energized, and mostly sane as we all ride out the rest of the pandemic.
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Joe believes playing video games helps his mental health
Many argue the positives outweigh the negatives when it comes to gaming and mental health
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Netflix: Four things which have driven its success
The streaming firm, which has been boosted by Covid, now has more than 200 million subscribers.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Health secretary self-isolating after Covid app alert
Matt Hancock says he will stay at home and urged others to do the same if "pinged" by the app.
Monday, January 18, 2021
17 Bags, Backpacks, Cubes, and Straps to Protect Your Camera
There are dozens of ways to tote around your photo and video gear. We’ve reviewed our favorites.
Sunday, January 17, 2021
WhatsApp changes: Signal messaging platform restored after surge prompts outage
Signal experienced a surge and stopped working after WhatsApp unveiled new privacy terms last week.
Friday, January 15, 2021
Australia rebukes Google for blocking local content
The tech giants are fighting the Australian government over plans to make them pay for news content.
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Amazon faces legal challenge over Prime cancellation policy
Consumer watchdogs say the manipulative "dark pattern" design makes it hard for people to end membership.
CES Day 3: Health Tech, Cool Cars, and the Future of School
The consumer tech show is virtual this year, and the WIRED Gear crew is watching all the Zooms to bring you up-to-the-minute highlights of news from CES.
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
CES Liveblog: Laptops, Robovacs, and Lab-Grown Breast Milk
The consumer tech show is virtual this year, and the WIRED Gear crew is watching all the Zooms to bring you up-to-the-minute highlights of news from CES.
Monday, January 11, 2021
The Best Cheap Phones for (Almost) Every Budget
There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a phone these days. These are our favorite Android devices and iPhones for $200 to $500.
Sunday, January 10, 2021
CES 2021: The tech expo swaps Vegas for a virtual show
How the giant tech showcase has swapped Vegas for a virtual event this year.
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Google suspends 'free speech' app Parler
Apple will also remove the social network from its App Store if it does not change its policies.
Friday, January 8, 2021
Thursday, January 7, 2021
WhatsApp and Facebook to share users' data outside Europe and UK
Users in Europe and the UK must accept new terms to use the service, but will not see data rule changes.
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Trump bans Alipay and seven other Chinese apps
The latest executive order by the US president will only take effect after he has left office.
Monday, January 4, 2021
How to Upgrade Your Home Audio While You're Quarantined
Stuck home or not, it's always a good idea to invest in better sound. Our advice and gear recommendations can help.
2021: The Year of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
While the pandemic has been painful, it has caused things to accelerate in several areas impressively rapidly. Two of those areas are robotics and artificial intelligence, which we'll see adapted broadly this decade with a considerable bump in 2021. Let's talk about all of that this week, and we'll close with the first product of the week in 2021, the Somnofy AI Sleep Monitor.
Saturday, January 2, 2021
Ways to Stay Sane and Relaxed During Quarantine
It’s hard to keep calm and carry on when trying not to lose your mind is a struggle. Here are a few tips to help you cope.
Friday, January 1, 2021
Adobe Flash Player is finally laid to rest
The beleaguered web browser plug-in will no longer receive security updates from Adobe.
Thursday, December 31, 2020
Hacked home cams used to livestream police raids in swatting attacks
The FBI issues an alert saying offenders have sometimes spoken to police via breached smart devices.
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
New FAA Rules Clear Delivery Drones for Takeoff
Final rules governing unmanned aircraft, commonly known as drones, have been released by the Federal Aviation Administration. The move is expected to open the door for delivery of consumer packages by air. The rules establish minimum standards for safety so drones can fly over populated areas and at night under certain conditions.
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
Study Finds Best US Mobile Internet Connectivity in Northeast
Eight of the top 10 states for mobile Internet coverage are in the Northeast, according to an analysis released by consumer product and services comparison website WhistleOut. However, the best mobile Internet coverage isn't in a state at all -- but in the District of Columbia. To rank the states, 75 percent of the score was based on median mobile download speeds and 25 percent by 5G coverage.
Monday, December 28, 2020
Mobile roaming: What will happen to charges after Brexit?
Will Britons be able to use their mobile phones in Europe after Brexit transition, without paying extra?
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)