Threads is now available in Europe, and you can use it without an Instagram account
Rumors said a few days ago that Meta was about to bring Threads to the major market it avoided this summer, the European Union (EU). …
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Expect Beeper Mini’s iMessage support to be unreliable, as service goes down again
Beeper might be developing “the best chat app on Earth,” but don’t expect iMessage support to be reliable, considering what we’ve witnessed in the past …
Astronomers discover origin of mysterious green ‘ghosts’ sometimes seen in sky
Whether you’re talking about auroras, the beautiful glowing lights known as STEVE, or green-hued and mysterious “ghosts,” our sky is packed with strange and alluring …
Check this privacy feature before you use the iPhone’s new Journal app
Apple released iOS 17.2 earlier this week, introducing the highly-anticipated Journal app. While I initially thought I wouldn’t need it, I’m reconsidering the app for …
Communication with Voyager 1 hits yet another glitch
Communication with NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft is currently on hold as the iconic probe has suffered another glitch. Voyager 1 was the victim of another …
Meta’s AI features for Ray-Ban smart glasses make me think Apple’s AR goggles are inevitable
The computing platform of the future is slowly coming together. Smart glasses that support augmented reality (AR) features and artificial intelligence (AI) will eventually replace …
5 of the best HBO documentaries you can watch right now
HBO, complemented by its streaming network Max, has long been home to some of the most can’t-miss TV and movie content — from critically acclaimed …
Thawing permafrost could expedite rising global temperatures, new study warns
Millions of cubic meters of methane are trapped beneath Svalbard’s permafrost, and researchers have recently learned that it can migrate through the cold seal of …
iPhone 16 Pro expected to get bigger while the Galaxy S Ultra shrinks… wait, what?
The iPhone 16 series might include a big design change compared to previous versions. The entry-level iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models will come in …
Don’t get your hopes up for GTA 6 coming to Nintendo Switch 2
The first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 blew us away, but it raised more questions than answers. Yes, we now know that it’s launching …
Nextbase iQ dash cam review: The smartest dash cam around
Nextbase wants to revolutionize the dash cam. While many automakers are building smart security features straight into the cars themselves, plenty of drivers still have …
Apple now sells a standalone USB-C case for AirPods Pro 2 for $99
If you’re disappointed about Apple releasing the second generation AirPods Pro with USB-C just after you bought the Lightning version, we’ve got good news. You …
Pixelmator Pro 3.5 gets full HDR support with editable HDR layers
After adding full HDR support to Photomator, the Pixelmator team is bringing this feature to Pixelmator Pro. With the new update, Mac users can import, …
Xbox Cloud Gaming could get a free ad-supported tier
If you’ve messed at all with Xbox Cloud Gaming, you know that it is undeniably cool. Being able to stream a game from the cloud …
Here’s why you should reenable Google Maps location history
Google Maps, who are you? I’m incredibly surprised to see Google come up with privacy features I’d expect from a competitive navigation app. Not the …
America is falling apart in the trailer for Alex Garland’s Civil War from A24
Thanks, Alex Garland. I was really looking forward to having severe anxiety today. That’s what I felt, at least, when I watched the trailer for …
Tesla will update Autopilot on over 2 million cars in the US following NHTSA investigation
After two years of investigation, Tesla is going to have to address a “defect” in Autopilot that the NHTSA has determined led to a number …
Today’s deals: $199 Apple Watch SE, $20 Blink Mini camera, SodaStream sale, heated jackets, more
There are so many great deals out there this week that you might not know where to start. That’s why we found all the best …
I’m sure GM’s decision to ditch CarPlay will backfire, and I’m here for the chaos
Early this year, BGR reported that GM planned to ditch Apple CarPlay for its EVs starting in 2024. Of course, customers weren’t happy with this …
Apple Self Service Repair unveils new Diagnostic process, adds support for iPhone 15 and M2 Macs
Apple Self Service Repair program is now adding a new diagnostic tool that gives users more transparency and autonomy to troubleshoot issues. In addition, the …
If the iPhone 16 looks like this leak, Apple really gave up on good design
Early prototypes of the iPhone 16 seen by MacRumors show Apple will bring a few design changes to the upcoming standard models. The most notable …
I can’t wait to set up this new iPhone anti-theft security feature in iOS 17.3
I’m a longtime iPhone user who has never had to deal with a stolen or lost device. And I hope I’ll never have to experience …
Google’s fantastic AI-generated wallpapers could come to Chrome
One of my favorite features on the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro is the ability to create AI-generated wallpapers. Now, it seems Google will …
Loki season 2 ended beautifully, so we don’t need a season 3
It’s always sad to experience the ending of a TV show when you’ve spent years following those characters. You know they’re not coming back anytime …
Hyundai and Kia’s debut concept tires built-in snow chains that extend with a single button press
If you live somewhere cold, where snow often falls during the winter months, you’re probably already well aware of the importance of putting snow chains …
Figma just announced its ultimate keyboard for designers
Figma just announced its first hardware: a keyboard for designers. The Figma Creator Micro Keyboard is a collaboration between the platform and Work Louder to …
Your favorite Android password manager is leaking data
In recent years, password managers have become a popular way to store and protect all of our passwords in a single place. Until tech companies …
Scientists built a working cyborg computer with human brain tissue
The human brain is unimaginably complex and powerful. In fact, no computer that mankind has built thus far has even come close. That’s why scientists …
Netflix just renewed Love is Blind – but I’d skip it and watch these reality shows instead
Very few Netflix original series seem to make it past a third season anymore, but there’s one genre on the streaming giant that seems to …
ULA calls off Christmas launch for Peregrine lander, delayed to 2024
The upcoming historic launch of Astrobiotic’s Peregrine lander was originally set for Christmas Eve. However, a new update from the United Launch Alliance (ULA) has …
