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The Nintendo Switch makes me feel like a kid with a Game Boy again - CNET
CNET - 20 Apr 2019 14:00
The Switch perfectly captures the fun and essence of the original Game Boy and NES.
Catwoman Will Be Played By a Different Actress in the Gotham Season Finale
Gizmodo - 20 Apr 2019 16:45
For the past five bonkers seasons, Camren Bicondova and her incredible hair have played Selina Kyle on Gotham. But for the last episode, airing next week, she's being replaced.
When Will We Get the Game Boy Classic Edition?
Gizmodo - 20 Apr 2019 16:00
Tomorrow, April 21, 2019, the Game Boy turns 30 years old. The handheld console that paved the way for the Switch is still beloved by almost anyone who's ever laid hands on it, and for all its shortcomings, it's still on...
Weed tech heats up with a new smart vaporizer from Apple, Microsoft alums - CNET
CNET - 20 Apr 2019 13:00
The newest app-enabled vaporizer on the market is the Firefly 2 Plus, and it shows how Silicon Valley is looking to cash in on cannabis as legalization picks up steam.
U.S. intelligence says Huawei funded by Chinese state security: report
Reuters - 20 Apr 2019 06:34
U.S. intelligence has accused Huawei Technologies of being funded by Chinese state security, The Times said on Saturday, adding to the list of allegations faced by the Chinese technology company in the West.
Hurricane Michael was even more powerful than scientists initially thought
BGR - 20 Apr 2019 04:07
The science of tracking hurricanes has seen huge advancements in recent years, allowing forecasters to better predict paths and overall impact of the large storms before they actually reach land. Warning systems and prev...
Tesla will reduce the size of its advisory board, according to SEC filing - Roadshow
CNET - 20 Apr 2019 03:11
Four members of Tesla's board won't be seeking re-election when their terms expire over the next several years.
Boston Dynamics showcases new uses for SpotMini ahead of commercial production
TechCrunch - 20 Apr 2019 02:54
Last year at our TC Sessions: Robotics event, Boston Dynamics announced its intention to commercialize SpotMini. It was a big step for the secretive company. After a quarter of building some of the world's most sophistic...
Here's How to Share Your 'Earth Day' Photos with NASA
SPACE.com - 20 Apr 2019 00:00
NASA has a new social media campaign to gear up its audience for Earth Day, an annual event to celebrate our planet - and the importance of protecting the environment - on April 22.
Epic Games bans more than 1,000 cheaters in 1st week of Fortnite World Cup
Digital Trends - 20 Apr 2019 16:41
Epic Games has already banned more than 1,000 cheaters in the Fortnite World Cup. The developer is taking cheating seriously, especially as players are competing for a $1 million prize pool in every week of the qualifier...
Weekend Deals Spotlight: Anker's Flash Sale Has Portable Batteries, Chargers, Cables, and More
Mac Rumors - 20 Apr 2019 16:18
Anker today kicked off a new Amazon Gold Box flash sale, discounting numerous charging accessories to notable low prices. Items on sale include wireless charging mats, portable battery packs, car chargers, USB-C cables, ...
Apple's interest in self-driving cars reported to be revving up
Digital Trends - 20 Apr 2019 16:06
A new report suggests that Apple is in talks with a number of suppliers to purchase lidar sensors, an essential tool for self-driving cars. The news is once again spiking rumors that Apple might be building vehicles. The...
Pint-size Harbeth P3ESR Anniversary flabbergasts with high-end sound - CNET
CNET - 20 Apr 2019 15:57
The Harbeth P3ESR 40th Anniversary speaker is a force to be reckoned with and will suit audiophiles who like to listen to music up close.
Netflix to launch production hub in Brooklyn as part of NYC investment
Slash Gear - 20 Apr 2019 14:54
In an announcement on Thursday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo revealed that Netflix will open a production hub in New York City. The company plans to invest up to $100 million in the city as part of its plan, according ...
Why Do Our Fingernails Keep Growing Until the Day We Die?
Live Science - 20 Apr 2019 14:25Apple hires Lionsgate marketing executive for its growing Apple TV+ team
9 to 5 Mac - 20 Apr 2019 14:23
Ahead of the launch of Apple TV+ later this year, Apple continues to expand the executive team around the service. The company has now added Danielle DePalma as a marketing executive for Apple TV shows and films. moreā¦...
Cryptocurrency needs government's help, says presidential hopeful Andrew Yang - CNET
CNET - 20 Apr 2019 14:00
Clearer rules for bitcoin and other virtual currencies will help the US innovate, argues Yang, a Democratic presidential candidate.
This 'watch' may be the future of emergency allergy shots
Slash Gear - 20 Apr 2019 13:15
Some allergies trigger severe reactions that require immediate medical treatment, and the first response in these situations is typically an EpiPen. The emergency allergy shot saves lives, but the syringe is bulky and in...
These Wisps Around Black Holes Could Reveal How the Cosmic Beasts Eat
SPACE.com - 20 Apr 2019 13:14
The international team responsible for the first-ever image of a black hole's shadow already has plans to take a better, more detailed image.
Time to grow up! Four laptops for the office professional
Digital Trends - 20 Apr 2019 12:00
These laptops have the reliability, performance, and battery life you need whether you're at your desk or flying across the country for a meeting, letting you to revel in a function-first approach. The post Time to grow ...
SiriusXM's Essential streaming service doesn't need car satellite radios
Engadget - 20 Apr 2019 09:58
SiriusXM is hoping to carve a place for itself on your phones and smart speakers. The company mostly associated with in-vehicle entertainment has launched a purely online streaming service called SiriusXM Essential. It'l...
Netflix Is Testing a Feature to Serve Up Random Episodes If You Don't Know What to Watch
Gizmodo - 20 Apr 2019 06:10
Many of us are by now familiar with the Browse Endlessly Plan, a system in which scrolling knows no end and absolutely nothing of interest populates no matter how many times you refresh or toggle between genres. Netflix ...