Big Tech Finally Figured Out That Phones Aren't the Best Devices for Streaming
Well, well, well! With the arrival of Google’s heavily leaked, highly hyped new streaming dongle, Chromecast with Google TV, it appears yet another Silicon Valley company has figured out that maybe—just maybe—we do not want to stream everything from our phones.
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Watch ULA Try to Finally Launch an NRO Spy Satellite on a Delta IV Heavy Rocket Tonight
A United Launch Alliance Delta IV Heavy rocket carrying a classified payload for the National Reconnaissance Office will take off from Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex-37 in Florida shortly before midnight on Wednesday. Assuming, that is, there isn’t another one of the last-minute delays that have hounded the…
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Google's Chromecast with Google TV is Its First Real Streaming Contender
For the better part of the last decade, Google’s Chromecast dongles were the company’s primary homegrown solution for streaming video to your TV. But with the recent explosion in streaming services, even the most sophisticated Chromecast wasn’t really cutting it anymore, which is something the new Chromecast with…
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Uber and Lyft Will Have to Pay Minimum Wage in Seattle
Let us give thanks to Seattle’s City Council, which voted unanimously yesterday to force Uber and Lyft to pay their drivers the equivalent of local minimum wage and lifted the spirits of a sleep-deprived doomscrolling nation. The law, which will go into effect in January, ensures that drivers for ride-hailing…
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We Knew Google's Nest Audio Speaker Was Coming and Here It Is
It wasn’t a secret that Google was planning to release a new speaker at today’s Launch Night In event. No, seriously. Not only did Google itself confirm this speaker existed back in July after an initial round of leaks, an overeager Walmart accidentally had a few up for sale a week early. Now that the Nest Audio is…
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Dungeon & Dragons & Novels: Revisiting Spellfire
In 1998, Ed Greenwood, creator of the Forgotten Realms campaign setting, released his first novel in the giant, fantastical world he’d wrought (and his first published fiction, period). It’s hard to say what was more enticing to me back then: the amazing Clyde Caldwell cover art of a furious dracolich on the cover or…
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Google's Antitrust Clusterfuck Is Turning Into a Three-Way
An antitrust review of Google’s business practices has been a long time coming, and it looks like the U.S. Justice Department is going to make moves on that front very shortly. But there’s growing concern that the case against the search giant will amount to nothing but a political maneuver. Adding to Google’s…
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I Had My First Kiss in GemStone III
When I was 13, I had my first kiss, got engaged twice, performed a wedding ceremony, telepathically communicated with crystal amulets, and sang songs to cast spells. It was a mystical era in Wehnimer’s Landing, the main town in a game called GemStone III.
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In This Exclusive Lower Decks Clip, a Simulation Teeters on the Brink of Mariner-Spawned Chaos
This week’s Lower Decks episode has a title that could apply to any of the episodes so far: “Crisis Point.” In this case, rather than referring to an out-of-control alien conflict or an unfortunate phasing situation or worse, it’s got something to do with...the U.S.S. Cerritos’ holodeck, as this exclusive clip reveals.
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LG's 8K NanoCell TV Will Complete Your Next-Gen Gaming Setup for $2,149—That's 46% off the List Price!
A Pilot’s Review of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020
I’ve been flying regional jets and in general aviation for 12 years. But your flying job will always restrict you to the type of flying and destinations that your employer needs, and unless you’re Bezos or Zuck, you can’t own every genre of airplane and fly everywhere. With Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, I got a…
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The End of Climate Change Denial Is the Start of Something Much Worse
Last night’s presidential debate was an abomination by just about any standard. The sitting president told white supremacists to “stand by,” took no responsibility for the deaths of more than 200,000 Americans killed by covid-19, refused to back a peaceful transfer of power, and generally lied with reckless abandon…
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Batwoman Casts Another Victor Zsasz for the CW's Gotham
The CW’s Batwoman is getting a new baddie for season two, and it’s played by someone who’s already familiar with the city of Gotham.
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Wednesday's Best Deals: LG 8K NanoCell TV, AuraGlow Teeth Whitening Kit, Nintendo Switch Cases, Purea Forehead Thermometer, and More
An LG 8K TV and AuraGlow Teeth Whitening Kit lead Wednesday’s best deals.
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So Begins the Unhappy Matrimony of Instagram and Facebook Messenger
In yet another attempt to unify its various properties into some writhing Akira-esque mass, Facebook announced today that Messenger and Instagram are, for all intents and purposes, merging. Chat features from Messenger will become available to Instagram users, and folks on either service will be able to reach out to…
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Vexing Space Station Air Leak Traced to Russian Module After False Alarm
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station sprung to action late Monday night following concerns that a persistent air leak had grown in size. It turned out to be a false alarm, but during the event, the crew managed to trace the source of the leak to a Russian service module.
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Timex Reissues One of Its First Attempts to Get Analog Watch Lovers to Switch to Digital
Having a hard time deciding between the Apple Watch Series 6, the Apple Watch SE, or a heavily discounted Apple Watch Series 3? Why not go with none of the above and let Timex take you back to a time when digital watches weren’t harassing you with notifications all day long and were desperate to emulate the look of…
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Marshall's Major IV Headphones Cut All the Cables With Wireless Charging
Wireless headphones are no longer a novelty, so if you want your cans to stand out in a category that’s very crowded at this point, you need to bring something new to the table. For Marshall’s new Major IV headphones the company is introducing wireless charging, making these some of the first wireless on-ear…
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The Verdict Is In: These Are the Best Non-Stick Pans You Can Buy Online, According to the Experts
Extremely Good Cat Learns to Copy Human Movements
Feline intelligence may be more impressive than we’ve appreciated, at least according to a new study. The research claims to present the first evidence that cats can recognize and then mimic human behavior on command—a feat that only a few other animals, including dogs, are known to do.
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Stephen King's Firestarter Remake Has Found the Pyrokinetic's Dad
The Matrix 4 gains another past castmember. Veronica will soon have some entrepreneurial competition in Riverdale. Darren Lynn Bousman teases Spiral’s Saw connection. Plus updates from The Flash, Legacies, and more. Spoilers, right this way...
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I'm Obsessed With Quip's New Refillable Floss Pick
Listen, I realize that teeth health isn’t always the most exciting topic. Even pricey toothbrushes powered by AI can only move the needle so far. But, reader, I must share with you news of a device I’ve come to adore over the last few days I’ve spent with it. It’s not the most glamorous gizmo, but I am utterly…
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Disney Parks Announces 28,000 Layoffs, Citing Covid-19 Closures and Low Attendance
The novel coronavirus pandemic has continued to surge throughout the United States, which means Florida’s Disney World has run at reduced capacity and California’s Disneyland isn’t even open yet—despite continued efforts to reopen. It might be the safest thing for park employees, and people in general, but Disney has…
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The Apple Watch Is Having Its Very Own Quibi Moment
Earlier this year, medical device maker Masimo filed a complaint against Apple alleging that the tech giant had stolen information and trade secrets for sensor technologies that have become features of its Apple Watches. Now, Masimo is claiming that Apple’s attempts to stay the case are merely thinly veiled attempts…
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Theaters Are Dead, but With This $63 Projector, Movie Night With the Fam Doesn't Have to Be
There's No Time to Explain, But Stop Getting Your News from YouTube
Hello, time-traveling secret agent here with a dispatch: abandon your independent so-called “news” channels on YouTube—this is a really important warning!!
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Just Get the Apple Watch SE
For months, it was rumored that Apple would introduce a budget smartwatch—an affordable alternative to its flagship device, much like the iPhone SE. And it did exactly that, down to the name: The $280 Apple Watch SE is a cheaper version of the $400 Series 6. But Apple also kept the $200 Series 3 in its lineup, which…
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Fat Bear Week Is Finally Here
The most wonderful time of the year is truly here. On Wednesday, Katmai National Park and Preserve’s annual Fat Bear Week will officially kick off—a tribute to the months of gorging that bears must undertake to stock up on body fat before the coming winter famine and hibernation. This year, people will vote on 12 of…
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Clear Your Brain Fog and Give These Independent Coffee Brands a Shot
Featured Product: First Bag Free | Atlas Coffee | Promo Code AtlasCoffeeDay20
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Horrified Scientists Watch Snakes Feasting on the Organs of Living Toads
Biologists in Thailand have documented a behavior never seen before in snakes, in which the limbless reptiles eviscerated and consumed the organs of living toads.
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Will Chris Wallace Ask These Climate Questions at Tonight's Debate or Is He a Coward?
Tonight is first debate between an uninspiring moderate presidential candidate in former Vice President Joe Biden and an absolute monster in our current president, Donald Trump. Can’t wait!
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Amazon Sees Palm Readers in Your Retail Shopping Future
Move over Bill Gates, it’s time for Jeff Bezos to get a little more time in the spotlight of conspiracy theorists. On Tuesday, Amazon announced the rollout of its new Amazon One devices that use a customer’s palm for identification and payment at physical retail stores. The devices are already available for use in…
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A New Tool for Detecting Deepfakes Looks for What Isn't There: an Invisible Pulse
In the endlessly escalating war between those striving to create flawless deepfake videos and those developing automated tools that make them easy to spot, the latter camp has found a very clever way to expose videos that have been digitally modified by looking for literal signs of life: a person’s heartbeat.
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Tuesday's Best Deals: Free Atlas Coffee, Echo Dot 2-Pack, Batman 18-Film Set, Vava Dash Cam, Plush Donut Dog Cushion, and More
A free bag from Atlas Coffee Club and Echo Dot 2-Pack lead Tuesday’s best deals.
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The LG Wing Is the Funnest Phone of 2020
Out of all the ambitious phones of 2020 including the handsets with monstrous specs like the ROG Phone 3, forward-thinking devices like the Surface Duo, and futuristic phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 2, LG’s weird and wacky Wing is easily the funnest phone of the year.
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D-Wave’s New Quantum Computer Is Inscrutable and Open for Business
In theory, quantum computers should be faster at solving many problems compared to classical computers. But because their components are extremely delicate, existing quantum computers are still rudimentary and error-prone, and academic and industry researchers have yet to demonstrate a profitable use for them. In…
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Save 30% on AUKEY’s Laptop-Charging 60W USB-C Power Bank
The Orville Gets a Season 3 Status Update From Seth McFarlane
David Koepp gives updates on Indiana Jones 5. Marvel’s Hawkeye and Ms. Marvel may be closer to new cast members. Cowboy Bebop is getting ready to shoot again plus updates from The Walking Dead, The 100, and more. Spoilers away!
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Disney+ Rolls Out Long-Awaited GroupWatch Feature Today
Disney+ is finally giving U.S. users an official watch party feature, just in time for the Mandalorian’s return next month.
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SteelSeries' New RGB Mousepads Are Extra Extra Extra Extra Extra Large
Mousepads have been getting bigger and bigger over the past few years, going from small rectangles that sit next to your keyboard to giant mats that can cover your entire desk. But with its new QcK mousepads, SteelSeries is going XXXXXL.
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How to Change Your Background on a Video Conference Call
As we’ve all grown more used to video calling for everything from school to birthday parties, the importance of the right background has started to become noticeable. Depending on the scenario—and who you need to impress—you might want something plain or funny, but you have to make sure you always get it right.
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Double Up on Amazon Echo Dots with This $40 Prime 2-Pack
The Princess Bride: Adventure Book Game Is Almost as Epic as the Movie
When it comes to board games based on popular movies, TV shows, or franchises, Ravensburger is the company to beat. It’s proven that with its latest triumph, The Princess Bride: Adventure Book Game, which manages to envelop you in a story and world that’s worth telling.
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Watch Tonight's Debate Between Trump and Biden on YouTube, Facebook, and More
The first of three presidential debates between Donald Trump and Joe Biden is being held today in Ohio starting at 9 p.m. ET, 6 p.m. PT. And if you’re looking for livestreams on YouTube, Facebook, and more, we’ve got you covered with the links below.
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Lenovo Finally Jumped the Shark on Wireless Earbuds with the ThinkBook 15 Gen 2
With companies continuing to push people towards wireless audio this was an inevitability. Today Lenovo took things to their natural conclusion with the ThinkBook 15 Gen 2, which is the world’s first laptop to feature a pair of built-in wireless earbuds.
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Google Takes an Apple Approach to Android Apps, Will Require 30% Cut of Play Store Revenue
After some confusion—and after watching Apple take heat over its iOS App Store policies—Google is clarifying how and when it plans to take its cut of paid apps in the Google Play Store.
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Lovecraft Country Has Given Up Cohesive Storytelling in Favor of Something More Dramatic
What little hope there was for Lovecraft Country’s first season trying to tell a single, cohesive story went completely out the window this week with “I Am,” a statement episode that gave Aunjanue Ellis’ Hippolyta Freeman everything she’d ever dreamed of...just to ask her to give it all up.
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For the Last Time, Please Don't Buy the Apple Watch Series 3
Well, well, well. Despite begging every higher power that I wouldn’t have to write yet another blog about why folks shouldn’t buy the Apple Watch Series 3 anymore, a 9to5 Mac report notes that several Series 3 owners have reported that their watches are randomly rebooting since upgrading to watchOS 7. So here we are…
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How a Bargain-Basement Internet Conspiracy Theorist Rode the QAnon Wave to the Edge of Congress
At an indoor, largely maskless victory party in August, Marjorie Taylor Greene had a message for her detractors. Greene, a bargain-basement conspiracy theorist, had handily won her primary runoff, despite warnings from a handful of spooked Republican activists. In her heavily red corner of Georgia, the nomination…
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