Gadget News
Google Drive will introduce long-asked-for file shortcuts feature
Ars Technica - 17 Aug 2019 03:10
It's coming to G Suite in beta first, but may reach more users at a later date.
The Bright Side of Humans Eavesdropping on Your Alexa Recordings
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 20:00
Over the past few months, a waterfall of details about how companies handle voice recordings has poured into the news. First, there was news that Amazon hired thousands of contractors to review Alexa commands. Apple and ...
Future YouTube Originals will be totally free starting next month
Slash Gear - 17 Aug 2019 18:45
With few exceptions, YouTube’s original shows have only been available to YouTube Premium subscribers, locking them behind a relatively pricey paywall. That will change starting late next month, Google has quietly reve...
CDC reports nearly 100 vaping lung disease cases in 14 states
Slash Gear - 17 Aug 2019 17:00
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed on Friday that it is helping local health officials investigate nearly 100 lung injury cases possibly linked to the use of vaping products involving liquid nicotine...
Nintendo will replace a newly purchased Switch with newer model
Engadget - 17 Aug 2019 05:30
Switch owners may be able to replace their consoles with the model that has better battery life if it's only been a month or less since they've purchased their device. According to some posts on Reddit, Nintendo of Ameri...
BLOCKS modular smartwatch is officially dead
Slash Gear - 17 Aug 2019 05:00
BLOCKS, the modular smartwatch that launched in 2014, is officially dead. Backers of the crowdfunding campaign were on the receiving end of a recent email advising that BLOCKS Wearables Ltd. is being liquidated. A backer...
Fortnite's first tournament with BRUTE mech suits starts tomorrow
Slash Gear - 17 Aug 2019 03:56
Tomorrow will be the first official day of Epic Games’ latest competition series, the Fortnite Champion Series. The game has had a number of controversies related to past tournaments, including the overpowered Infinity...
Study on Amazon and Fake CDs Makes Sweeping Claims After Testing Fewer Than 100 Albums
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 03:38
It's no secret that Amazon struggles to keep fake products off its online marketplace, and it has for a while now. So when a new study made headlines this week for supposedly finding that a quarter of CDs "Fulfilled by A...
IKEA creates a business unit devoted to smart home tech
Engadget - 18 Aug 2019 01:03
It's clear by now that IKEA is serious about smart home tech between its Sonos-powered speakers and connected lights, but the home furniture giant wants to formalize that commitment. It just established a full-fledged Ho...
Report: US expected to give Huawei another 90-day export license
Ars Technica - 18 Aug 2019 00:35
US and Chinese governments are expected to talk things out this weekend.
US will reportedly give Huawei another temporary reprieve
Engadget - 17 Aug 2019 23:49
Huawei hasn't had any luck reversing the US trade ban despite promises of removing some restrictions. It might be a long while before the company is forced to cut all its ties, however. Reuters sources have claimed the C...
Hong Kong Protesters Urge Boycott of Disney's Mulan Remake After Star's Pro-Police Comments
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 23:30
Hong Kong is in the midst of political turmoil as anti-government protesters clash with police, and now Disney's Mulan remake has become an unlikely flashpoint for debate.
Richard Williams, the Oscar-Winning Animator Behind Who Framed Roger Rabbit? and Pink Panther, Has Died
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 22:45
Richard Williams, the legendary animator and three-time Oscar-winner behind Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, two Pink Panther films, and other animated classics, has died.
Democratic Senators Urge FCC to Delay T-Mobile-Sprint Merger Vote, Seek Public Comment
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 22:30
In July, the Department of Justice cleared T-Mobile's planned takeover of Sprint, paving the way for the nation's third and fourth largest wireless carriers to merge into a titan to rival AT&T and Verizon. Sixteen states...
Report: Huawei Could Get 90 More Days to Buy American Parts to Fill Pre-Blacklist Orders
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 22:20
Though U.S. trade sanctions are still in effect, Huawei Technologies will have an additional 90 days to buy from American companies so it can wrap up work with existing customers, according to a Reuters report.
Mortal Kombat Has Cast More of Its Lead Roles
Gizmodo - 17 Aug 2019 21:30
Cue the techno theme music.
The next Apple Watch may come in titanium and ceramic models
Engadget - 17 Aug 2019 21:15
Apple Watch Series 4 appeared to mark the death of the Edition line, but those luxurious models might be ready to come roaring back. iHelp BR said it has discovered animations in the watchOS 6 beta that reference not jus...
1993 Super Mario Bros. movie deleted scene discovered on old VHS
Slash Gear - 17 Aug 2019 20:30
The Super Mario Bros. movie released in 1993 has enjoyed cult classic status for years, persisting through certain online portals through which new viewers can re-experience what was largely an amusing, cheesy film. The ...
Hitting the Books: How big tech might monopolize AI
Engadget - 17 Aug 2019 20:00
Welcome to Hitting the Books. With less than one in five Americans reading just for fun these days, we've done the hard work for you by scouring the internet for the most interesting, thought provoking books on science a...
Best Luggage Sets [2019]
Coolest Gadgets - 17 Aug 2019 18:45
The best luggage set for most travelers is the [amazon link="B003SN5VR8" title="Travelers Choice Amsterdam 8-Piece" /]. It comes with all the features the big brands offer for a very competitive price. If you are looking...
Behind the wheel of VW's electric dune buggy prototype
Engadget - 17 Aug 2019 18:30
Pebble Beach seems a bit too fancy for a dune buggy. But as I slowly roll down 17 Mile road behind the wheel of Volkswagen's latest electric concept car while trailing supercars, priceless vintage vehicles and RVs, folks...
Floyd Shelving System Modular Shelf Unit becomes whatever size you need
The Gadget Flow - 17 Aug 2019 18:00
The Floyd Shelving System Modular Shelf Unit will fit any stage of life. Whether you have a small studio apartment or large living space, this modular system will grow as your needs do. Conveniently, these modular shelve...