Apple clamps down on device fingerprinting that lets sneaky developers track users
After introducing App Tracking Transparency a couple of years ago, Apple wants developers to be even more clear about why they use certain APIs in …
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Elon Musk sees the light: Light Mode will remain on X, but Dim Mode will die
Well, it didn’t take long for that strategy to change. Yesterday, Elon Musk announced that X would eventually shut out the light and go completely …
HiBoy S2 Max Electric Scooter Review
Design and Build I’m going to be honest — this is the second electric scooter I have ever rode. I don’t use it for commuting, …
Today’s deals: $199 AirPods Pro, Ninja air fryer & blender deals, $84 MagSafe Battery Pack, more
Today’s best tech deals are dominated by Apple products, which makes sense if you’ve seen our guide on the best Apple deals. Highlights include $50 …
6 little things about the iPhone 15 Pro that I’m excited for
The iPhone 15 series is coming soon, and we’re about to get a few massive upgrades from Apple’s 2023 iPhones. Like last year, there will …
US Android phone shipments plummet 38% in Q2 as iPhone only sinks 6%
The latest Counterpoint Research study shows that US Android phone shipments plummeted 38% in Q2 while Apple’s iPhones fell 6%. Even though smartphone shipments declined …
SEC forces companies to warn you about hacks in four days, but it’s not about your safety
Who knew the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) would adopt new cybersecurity rules forcing public companies to disclose hacks within four days? That’s good news …
Why Netflix’s 3 Body Problem is such a high-stakes project for David Benioff and D.B. Weiss
You’d think having “Game of Thrones showrunner” on your resume would open almost any door in the entertainment industry. But the creators and showrunners of …
Lionel Messi scored a goal for Apple and MLS Season Pass
It seems that having Lionel Messi as part of your streaming service is a winning strategy. MLS Season Pass — Major League Soccer’s streaming service, …
I want a foldable iPad even more than a foldable iPhone
Anyone in the market for a foldable smartphone has plenty of choices this year. Beyond the brand new Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip …
Lando just became my most anticipated Star Wars show
We’ve heard next to nothing about Lucasfilm’s Lando series since it was announced three years ago, but according to Above the Line, there have been …
How an observatory will help us understand Einstein’s wildest theory
It’s been three years since the Laser Interferometric Gavitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) went down for some major upgrades. Now, LIGO is finally up and running again, …
The final Xbox Games with Gold are here
If you’ve been wondering what the last titles to be included with Xbox’s Games with Gold service would be, the wait is over. Earlier this …
Secret Invasion was so disappointing, it makes me want to cancel Disney Plus
Access to Marvel MCU shows as soon as they’re ready for streaming is the main reason I subscribed to Disney Plus when the service launched. …
George R.R. Martin may never finish A Song of Ice and Fire, so a fan used AI to write the last two books for him
In July 2011, weeks after the first season of Game of Thrones finished airing on HBO, George R.R. Martin released A Dance with Dragons – …
Elon Musk says that Twitter, or X, is going to the dark side
For all of you Dark Mode fans out there, X is going to be the platform that goes all-in on it. Up until now, Twitter …
Watch SpaceX attempt a record-breaking Falcon Heavy launch tonight
This evening, SpaceX will attempt a record-breaking Falcon Heavy launch as it attempts to lift the heaviest payload ever destined for geostationary orbit. The rocket …
Your Android phone can now alert you if an AirTag is stalking you
When Apple originally announced AirTags, many people were concerned that the trackers would be used to stalk others. Of course, that’s exactly what happened. People …
WhatsApp launches OG Telegram feature for video messages
One of the features that made me join Telegram so many years ago was sending bubbly video messages to my friends. In July 2023, all …
Dude who made a USB-C iPhone is back with an AirPods case that has a replaceable battery
When Apple unveils the iPhone 15 series in September, it’ll be the second entity in the known universe to make iPhones with USB-C connectors. The …
Apple TV Plus releases ‘The Morning Show’ season 3 teaser trailer
The third season of Apple TV Plus‘ The Morning Show premieres on September 13, just around the corner from the iPhone 15 announcement. While the …
27 back to school deals under $20
I recently told our readers about a great sale on school supplies for Prime members. Then, I covered a separate back to school sale with …
iPhone 15 to feature a big camera upgrade, but not as good as Pro models
Apple is rumored to significantly improve the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus main cameras, but they still won’t be as good as the ones …
Room-temperature, ambient pressure superconductor could be one of the most important discoveries of our time
Scientists in South Korea have begun developing a room-temperature, ambient-pressure superconductor, if new claims are to be believed. The claim is published in a paper …
Today’s deals: $4 smart plugs, $99 AirPods, Galaxy Z Fold5 & Flip5 preorder deals, more
Thursday’s top tech deals include some seriously impressive sales that our readers will love. AirPods are down to $99 again, and AirPods Pro 2 have …
Oppenheimer made me realize we can’t stop ChatGPT AI from becoming sentient
I was watching Oppenheimer in a packed theater on Tuesday, when a scene from Christopher Nolan’s biopic made me draw a somber parallel with ChatGPT. …
LG Display halts plans for OLED MacBook Pro panel production as Mac sales decline
While the 2024 iPad Pro is confirmed to switch to an OLED panel, manufacturers are still unsure about producing new technology for a future MacBook …
iPhone 15 Pro price hike seems inevitable, and we’ll gladly accept it
Several reports this year claimed that iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max might be more expensive than their predecessors. The iPhone 15 and 15 …
Here’s why the dual writers and actors strike will probably make Netflix even stronger
For the first time since 1960, Hollywood writers and actors have gone on a dual strike — hitting the picket lines over issues ranging from …
Secret Invasion finale has two big plot holes, including one that might ruin the future of the MCU
I told you I had low expectations for the Secret Invasion finale. I couldn’t see how the show could deliver a great ending to an …
