Sega has now revealed full details of its just-announced Game Gear Micro portable console — or, I should say, consoles. It turns out that the four color variants are different systems each with four different games preloaded, no doubt in an attempt to drive collectors to buy them all. Here’s what you get on each.
Read MoreThe event could last seven to 10 days, according to a notice to sellers seen by CNBC. Amazon reportedly plans summer sale for June 22 to lift sales hurt by coronavirus – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBuzzFeed News: DOJ memo grants the DEA temporary authority to “conduct covert surveillance” on protestors nationwide for 14 days and share the intel with local law enforcement — The Drug Enforcement Administration has been granted sweeping new authority to “conduct covert surveillance” … DOJ memo grants the DEA temporary authority to "conduct covert surveillance" on
Read MoreBrave Browser: Brave says it had 15.4M MAUs, up 125% YoY, and 5.3M DAUs in May, and the number of campaigns using Brave Ads grew from 400 to 1,530 since October 2019 — Over 1,500 ad campaigns delivered since Brave Ads launched one year ago — This May, Brave saw its monthly active users pass
Read More{$inline_image} Manish Singh / TechCrunch: Ride-hailing and payments firm Gojek says Facebook and PayPal were participating in its ongoing Series F; Gojek was valued at $10B after raising $1.2B in March — Facebook and PayPal have made investments in GoJek, joining Google and Tencent among other high-profile technology companies … Ride-hailing and payments firm Gojek
Read MoreWe have mixed feelings about #BlackoutTuesday, too. The Great Instagram Blackout Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe 2019 legal drama tells the true story of civil rights lawyer Bryan Stevenson. It’s free to rent on all digital platforms in the US during June. Michael B. Jordan's Just Mercy is free to stream, to help educate on systemic racism – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSega is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year with another retro console, and it looks like it might be the tiniest yet. The Game Gear Micro is a revival of Sega’s 8-bit handheld system that tried (and failed) to overcome Nintendo’s Game Boy. More news is set to drop later today via Japanese gaming news
Read MoreAuthorization temporarily expands scope of agency usually tasked with investigating federal drug crimes, according to a memo obtained by BuzzFeed News. DEA reportedly authorized to 'conduct covert surveillance' of George Floyd protests – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Apple’s iCloud service is experiencing an outage right now, causing errors with account sign-in, iCloud Mail, and web apps via iCloud.com. The issues began shortly after 7PM ET, and user-reported issues began pouring in on Downdetector.com. Apple has acknowledged the issue on its system status website, as well
Read MoreConsumer Reports identified 11 cars that showed major engine problems, and offered more reliable alternatives. These cars need engine rebuilds most often – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe complaint said Google tracked and collected users’ browsing history even if they took steps to maintain their privacy. Suit Claims Google’s Tracking Violates Federal Wiretap Law Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreMick Jagger, LeBron James and Tiffany Trump are among those filling social media with black boxes, messages of support and calls to donate to civil rights organizations. Blackout Tuesday: Protest against George Floyd's death spreads far beyond music – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Tobias Hase/picture alliance via Getty Images Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg held an extended conference with employees today, addressing accusations that Facebook allowed election misinformation and veiled promotions of violence from President Donald Trump. While Zuckerberg said he should have offered more transparency to employees, he stood by what he called a “pretty thorough”
Read MoreIn a call with Facebook employees, who have protested the inaction on Mr. Trump’s messages, Mr. Zuckerberg said his decision was “pretty thorough.” Zuckerberg Defends Approach to Trump's Facebook Posts Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreAmazon-backed EV startup Rivian has laid off about 40 employees at its engineering and design center in Plymouth, Michigan, The Verge has learned. The cuts, which the company has confirmed to The Verge, were made across departments and included engineers, recruiters, and others, according to two former employees. The company has also made a number
Read MoreCherry Metallic, gold badges: It’s still the 1950s when it comes to this special edition. Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition turns back time – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe U.S. investigation targets nine countries, plus the European Union, that have adopted or are considering new taxes that would hit American companies like Google and Amazon. Trump Administration Escalates Global Fight Over Taxing Tech Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreFacebook’s chief executive defended his decision to leave up Trump’s posts at a townhall Tuesday. Mark Zuckerberg defends decisions on Trump as Facebook employee unrest grows Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreA Tesla employee has tested positive for COVID-19 at the company’s solar panel factory in Buffalo, New York, according to an employee at the factory who spoke to The Verge on the condition of anonymity. It’s the fourth known Tesla employee to test positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus but the first
Read MoreThe president targets social media companies with an executive order. Trump vs. Twitter: Here's what you need to know about the free speech showdown – CNET Source: CNet
Read More{$inline_image} We’ve talked about the settings you need to know to keep your phone, your data and yourself safe and secure when protesting. If you do choose to use your device during a protest, there are a few safety and messaging apps you’re going to want to install on your phone before you head out.
Read MoreWe’ve talked about the settings you need to know to keep your phone, your data and yourself safe and secure when protesting. If you do choose to use your device during a protest, there are a few safety and messaging apps you’re going to want to install on your phone before you head out. Read
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Zoom had a blockbuster quarter as its app became the hottest videoconferencing service of the pandemic. In an earnings report today, Zoom reported making $328 million in revenue during its February–April quarter. That’s up far more than double from the same time last year, when it made $122
Read MoreUnlike Twitter, Facebook didn’t take any action against a post that employees say could incite violence. Zuckerberg defends Facebook's hands-off response to Trump's controversial post, report says – CNET Source: CNet
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