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Is Earth getting closer to the sun, or farther away?
Live Science - 6 Aug 2022 11:00
Here's a look at whether Earth is getting closer to or farther from the sun, why that's happening and what effects it might have on our planet.
DPReview TV: The best lenses for Sony E-Mount
DP Review - 6 Aug 2022 16:00
Between first party and third party offerings, Sony's E-Mount has the most extensive lens lineup of any mirrorless camera system. With so many option to choose from, what are our favorites? Find out now. Subscribe to our...
New Insights Into Retinal Neurons
Neuroscience News - 6 Aug 2022 01:15
Researchers have identified a new type of retinal ganglion cells.
Verizon Isn't the Fastest Internet Provider Anymore, and a New Winner Has Been Crowned - CNET
CNET - 6 Aug 2022 00:50
Because of a change in speed-test company Ookla's quarterly report methodology, Verizon has lost the top spot.
Twitter Screwed Up, Exposing 5.4 Million Accounts
Slash Gear - 6 Aug 2022 01:14
Twitter found that it had a 5.4 million account breach in January 2022, which it patched, but has yet to identify all the accounts affected.
Domestic Car Sales Have Gone Through A Steep Decline Since COVID
Slash Gear - 6 Aug 2022 21:00
A lot of industries were hit hard with the pandemic, but domestic car sales in the US have been slow to recover from that decline as well.
The Most Exciting Samsung Gadgets We Want in 2022 and Beyond - CNET
CNET - 6 Aug 2022 08:00
Commentary: The Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Fold 4 may be just around the corner. But I'm hoping to see new foldables and a cheaper version of the Galaxy S22, too.
Instagram to test support for taller photos following backlash over video focus
Android Central - 6 Aug 2022 01:36
Instagram head Adam Mosseri stated that the company plans to test support for 9:16 images on the platform.
Our Wishlist for the New OM System OM5
The Phoblographer - 6 Aug 2022 00:00
The OM System OM1 broke away from the Olympus name to deliver a list of innovative features in a small package. That list, which includes quad pixel autofocus, IP53 rated weather-sealing, and 50 fps speed, may be exactly...
How to watch the Premier League from anywhere in the world
Mashable - 6 Aug 2022 06:15
SAVE 49%: ExpressVPN is the best service for streaming sport from abroad. A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £84.44 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. The Premi...
To Better Understand the Brain, Look at the Bigger Picture
Neuroscience News - 6 Aug 2022 00:54
Zooming out to image larger areas of the brain while using fMRI technology allows researchers to capture additional relevant information, offering a better understanding of neural interplay.
COVID-19 Infection in Crucial Brain Regions May Lead To Accelerated Brain Aging
Neuroscience News - 6 Aug 2022 00:14
The effects of COVID-19 infection on neurological health are becoming more apparent. A new study reveals COVID-19 can predispose people to irreversible neurological conditions, accelerate brain aging, and increase the ri...
A Slack Bug Exposed Some Users' Hashed Passwords for 5 Years
Wired - 6 Aug 2022 00:09
The exposure of cryptographically scrambled passwords isn't a worst-case scenario--but it isn't great, either.
Free BYRD True Wireless Bluetooth in-ear ANC headphones are ideal for your daily life
The Gadget Flow - 6 Aug 2022 22:00
Merge beyerdynamic's beloved premium sound quality with a guitar-pick-inspired design. And what do you get? The Free BYRD True Wireless Bluetooth in-ear ANC headphones. These headphones give you standard audio in a compa...
The Astonishing Price Tag To Give The Globe Green Energy
Slash Gear - 6 Aug 2022 20:50
An annual figure of about $5 trillion globally is the U.N.'s projected price tag to bring green energy to the entire world.
20 Gadgets under $20--the best tech gadgets to buy on a budget
The Gadget Flow - 6 Aug 2022 15:00
Need a last-minute gift? Or maybe you want to upgrade a few things around the house. Whatever your shopping goals, you can still stay on budget with these 20 gadgets under $20. Yes, even when everything’s getting more ...
Hackers Exploit Twitter Vulnerability to Exposes 5.4 Million Accounts
The Hacker News - 6 Aug 2022 11:10
Twitter on Friday revealed that a now-patched zero-day bug was used to link phone numbers and emails to user accounts on the social media platform. "As a result of the vulnerability, if someone submitted an email address...
Warner Bros. Discovery may launch a free, ad-supported streaming service with HBO shows
BGR - 6 Aug 2022 03:18
During an earnings call this week, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav announced that the company is thinking about launching its own free, ad-supported service. To be clear, this won’t happen any time soon. Warner...
Steam is finally adding support for Nintendo Joy-Con controllers
Engadget - 6 Aug 2022 19:17Tesla Is Finally Adding This Common Feature To Its Steering Wheels
Slash Gear - 6 Aug 2022 19:00
Tesla's steering yoke has been the subject of some criticism, but it seems that changes - or a potential alternative - might make the experience better
Instagram will test extra-tall photos to go along with Reels
Engadget - 6 Aug 2022 17:47
Instagram will soon allow users to post 9:16 photos to their feed as part of a test the company plans to undertake "in a week or two." The tidbit of news came out of Adam Mosseri's weekly Q&A . "You can have tall videos,...
Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 smokeless firepit has a convenient removable baseplate & ash pan
The Gadget Flow - 6 Aug 2022 16:30
Light up your smokeless fires no matter where you go with the Bonfire 2.0 smokeless firepit. This upgraded version includes a convenient removable baseplate and ash pan. With this new feature, you can easily gather the a...