Gadget News
Companies pull ads from YouTube over comments in child videos
Engadget - 26 Nov 2017 05:49
YouTube is once again facing an advertiser fallout. HP, candy giant Mars and other big-name brands are pulling their ads from the streaming site after BuzzFeed and Times stories revealed that their ads were running along...
Quantum encryption is now fast enough for voice calls
Engadget - 26 Nov 2017 16:15
Quantum encryption is theoretically a dream for security, as you can't even inspect the data without altering it. However, it's currently several times slower than the conventional kind, which makes it impractical for vo...
Australia may offer facial recognition data to telecoms and banks
Engadget - 26 Nov 2017 08:03
The concerns over government facial recognition systems don't just revolve around the possibility of Orwellian control -- it's that they may share that data with others you don't completely trust. Australia is learning t...
Welp, Looks Like Imgur Has Also Been Hacked
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 00:20
2017's unending parade of major companies and web destinations suffering through major breaches of user information has not slowed down. Image-sharing site Imgur revealed it had been hacked several years ago this week, w...
Report: FBI Failed to Warn U.S. Officials Targeted by Russia's Fancy Bear Hackers
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 23:40
As Russian hackers affiliated with the Fancy Bear cyber-spying unit were attempting to break into the Gmail accounts of "scores of U.S. officials" in recent years, the FBI failed to notify almost any of them that they we...
FBI failed to warn officials about Russian email hackers
Engadget - 26 Nov 2017 22:53
It's no longer a secret that Russian hackers have targeted the personal email accounts of American officials, but the FBI was apparently less than vigilant in giving these targets a heads-up. The AP has discovered throug...
Over 75,000 Evacuated in Bali as Mount Agung Spews Gigantic Clouds of Ash
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 22:30
Authorities evacuated tens of thousands of people from 224 points on the Indonesian island of Bali this weekend after the eruption of Mount Agung, which spewed gigantic clouds of potentially life-threatening ash into the...
James Cameron Talks Developing the Avatar Sequels and the Uncertain Future of His Franchises
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 22:30
In a wide-ranging interview, the director sheds some light on the long gap between the first Avatar film and its several planned sequels, as well as offering some insight into his return to the Terminator franchise.
Track Your Dog's Whereabouts With This $50 Pet Tracker
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 22:05
Sure, you can microchip your pets and put tags on their collars, but the Whistle 3 GPS Pet Tracker is proactive about finding lost pets by notifying you when your furry friends leave designated safe spaces.
Here's Joe Manganiello as Deathstroke, Which Raises the Question: Who Wore It Better?
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 21:15
The actor has gone and spoiled the surprise, hasn't he? After appearing in a cameo in Justice League, Joe Manganiello has posted a picture of himself in costume as Deathstroke, one of the deadliest assassins in the DC Un...
SEC knew about weak security years before hack
Engadget - 26 Nov 2017 21:02
The hack that compromised the US Securities and Exchange Commission was a shock and more than a little damaging, but could it have been prevented? Unfortunately the answer is very likely yes. The Hill has combed through ...
Take The Rebellion Into Your Own Hands With These Cyber Monday LEGO Deals
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 20:10
Squash some Rebels, or deal with some daddy issues, with these two LEGO sets. First, pick up the TIE Striker Walker, which has adjustable wings, shootable missiles, and four minifigs, for just $34. Or, go for Kylo Ren's ...
Bitcoin Blows Past $9,000
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 19:32
The Bitcoin bubble continues to stretch to even more grotesque proportions, clearing a value of at least $9,143 per bitcoin and attaining a market cap of $152 billion on Sunday, TechCrunch reported. The strong gains more...
If You Want a Roomba, Now's the Time to Buy It
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 19:21
Deals Week is the best time of the year to buy a Roomba, and four different models are down to all-time low prices for the occasion today.
LG's OLED phone screens are bad, but its TVs are top-notch--what gives?
Ars Technica - 26 Nov 2017 18:00
Different tech delivers different results between OLED TVs and OLED phones.
After Math: Here turkey, turkey, turkey
Engadget - 26 Nov 2017 18:00
Black Friday's annual madness capped off a holiday week jam packed with more major news breaks than you can stuff in a 10-pound bird. Uber was caught covering up a security breach impacting 57 million of its customers wh...
Watch Daisy Ridley Give An Interview While Building a Lego Millennium Falcon
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 17:30
Being a Star Wars actor has perks. There's the money, and the fame, and, of course, the elaborate Lego sets.
Amazon Has Coats For Everyone and Every Kind of Weather
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 16:36
It's no surprise that Amazon stocks a ton of coats, but right now, they're discounted to prices you don't want to miss. Outerwear from Columbia, Alpha Industries, Levi's, Tommy Hilfinger, Calvin Klein, and more are inclu...
How The Tesla Roadster Might Pull Off Zero To 60 MPH In 1.9 Seconds
Gizmodo - 26 Nov 2017 16:22
Though a battery researcher told me he thinks Tesla's performance claims for its new Roadster are plausible, there are many other factors besides batteries that affect acceleration. So let Jason Fenske from Engineering E...
Gravitas2 iPhone and iPad Dock by Henge Docks
The Gadget Flow - 26 Nov 2017 16:00
Charge your iOS devices in style with the versatile Gravitas2 iPhone and iPad Dock by Henge Docks. Weighing in at 2.5 pounds, this hefty dock offers a solid charging base. The metal alloy construction is 265% denser than...
Personalized Mini Oak Whiskey Barrel
The Gadget Flow - 26 Nov 2017 16:00
Show some support for your favorite liquor and enjoy aged flavor with the Personalized Mini Oak Whiskey Barrel. This petite container is the ultimate gift for any whiskey lover in your life. Measuring less than 10 inches...
Touchjet WAVE Virtual Touchscreen TV Projector
The Gadget Flow - 26 Nov 2017 16:00
Add touchscreen functionality to any flatscreen TV with the innovative Touchjet WAVE Virtual Touchscreen TV Projector. This incredible device lets you use your regular screen like a giant Android tablet. Simply attach WA...