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October 31, 2019

How Netflix is navigating strict, sometimes vague, censorship standards in countries like Turkey and India, while viewers decry the concessions to censorship (Alex Marshall/New York Times)

Alex Marshall / New York Times: How Netflix is navigating strict, sometimes vague, censorship standards in countries like Turkey and India, while viewers decry the concessions to censorship — The streaming giant is having to navigate different political and moral landscapes, and calls for government oversight, as it seeks subscribers worldwide. How Netflix is navigating

Toronto’s City of Tomorrow Is Scaled Back Amid Privacy Concerns

The overhaul envisioned by a sibling company of Google has been lauded for its innovations. It’s also been called a “corporate surveillance state.” Toronto’s City of Tomorrow Is Scaled Back Amid Privacy Concerns Source: NY Times Tech

YouTube stars Shane Dawson, Jeffree Star want to put a Conspiracy on your face – CNET

The pair’s much-anticipated makeup collection arrives Friday. Here’s how to get the two palettes, liquid lips, makeup bags and mirrors. YouTube stars Shane Dawson, Jeffree Star want to put a Conspiracy on your face – CNET Source: CNet

October 31, 2019

Netflix plans to release its first scripted podcast

Photo: Ursula Coyote / Netflix Netflix is branching out beyond scripted video and nonfiction podcasts to create fictional podcasts. The company said today it’s planning to release a show called The Only Podcast Left as a fictional companion to its new apocalyptic zombie show Daybreak. The podcast takes place in Daybreak’s universe and tells the

Giuliani seemingly likens forgetting iPhone passcode to FBI asking Apple to crack open shooter's phone – CNET

He reportedly needed an Apple Genius to get into his phone. Giuliani seemingly likens forgetting iPhone passcode to FBI asking Apple to crack open shooter's phone – CNET Source: CNet

October 31, 2019

Trump abandons plan to freeze fuel efficiency standards of cars

Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images The White House appears to be abandoning its plan to freeze the fuel efficiency standards of cars at 2020 levels, reversing a cornerstone policy of Trump’s campaign, reports The Wall Street Journal. The administration is now considering a 1.5 percent annual increase instead. The move could leave General Motors, Toyota

Google turns to court to protest ties to rivals in antitrust probe – CNET

The search giant objects to consultants involved with the investigation, who used to work for NewsCorp and Microsoft. Google turns to court to protest ties to rivals in antitrust probe – CNET Source: CNet

Google Wants Safeguards for Information in Antitrust Fight

The Silicon Valley company filed a court petition asking for limits on what is shared with consultants working with the attorney general of Texas. Google Wants Safeguards for Information in Antitrust Fight Source: NY Times Tech

Fresh-Squeezed OJ Served In Orange Peel-Ay

Though it’s really more apple cider weather here at Hackaday HQ, freshly-squeezed OJ is a treat that knows no season. Sure generates a lot of peel, though. Not something you think about when you’re used to buying it in jugs at the grocery store. What a waste, huh? Italian design firm [Carlo Rotti] teamed up

iPhone will be interest-free if you buy it with the Apple Card – CNET

Apple CEO Tim Cook makes the announcement as Apple reports its third-quarter earnings. iPhone will be interest-free if you buy it with the Apple Card – CNET Source: CNet

October 31, 2019

Review: The Juiced CrossCurrent X is a 28+mph e-bike with fantastic range

I am convinced personal electric vehicles like e-bikes and e-scooters are the best way to get around a crowded metropolis like New York City. No vehicle has convinced me more than the Juiced Bikes CrossCurrent X. This $2,500 e-bike is a standout commuter vehicle, checking off a formidable list of features at a price that won’t

October 31, 2019

Facebook and Google's self-imposed ban on political ads in Washington state, which led to uneven enforcement and confusing rules, is a cautionary tale for 2020 (Makena Kelly/The Verge)

Makena Kelly / The Verge: Facebook and Google’s self-imposed ban on political ads in Washington state, which led to uneven enforcement and confusing rules, is a cautionary tale for 2020 — A troubling omen for Twitter’s global ban — On Wednesday, Twitter announced that it will ban all forms of political advertising starting … Facebook

October 31, 2019

Huawei’s next tablet might look like an iPad Pro

Image: @evleaks Huawei is apparently working on a new tablet, and it looks pretty darn similar to an iPad Pro, according to leaked renders posted by 91Mobiles (via Android Central). The biggest difference seems to be its cameras — Huawei’s tablet appears to have a dual-lens back camera and a hole punch display housing a

Motorola Razr: Leaked images offer first look at upcoming foldable phone – CNET

The foldable Razr is coming. Motorola Razr: Leaked images offer first look at upcoming foldable phone – CNET Source: CNet

‘America isn’t easy’: Facebook CEO mocks ‘Social Network’ writer

Zuckerberg waded into a war of words Thursday with Aaron Sorkin, who wrote an op-ed criticizing Facebook’s political ad policy. ‘America isn’t easy’: Facebook CEO mocks ‘Social Network’ writer Source: Washington Post Tech

October 31, 2019

The PS4 just became the second best-selling console of all time

Sony today revealed the PlayStation 4 has surpassed two other consoles in sales figures — namely, the Wii and the original PlayStation. It’s now the second-best-selling console of all time. Sony released its quarterly financial report this week, detailing, among other things, its hardware sales. We know the total number of PS4s sold as of

House of the Dragon: Everything we know about the Game of Thrones prequel – CNET

The incestuous, dragon-riding Targaryens are the focus of the upcoming HBO show. House of the Dragon: Everything we know about the Game of Thrones prequel – CNET Source: CNet

CUNY Programs to Grow Student Industry Pipeline with Digital Skills

Over the next year, City University of New York plans to unveil several programs designed to help students develop their “technological fluency” and competencies in preparation for taking jobs requiring digital skills. CUNY Programs to Grow Student Industry Pipeline with Digital Skills Source: Campus Technology

October 31, 2019

A scam spanning eight US cities and nearly 100 listings shows how easy it is to exploit Airbnb's poorly written rules through phony listings and fake reviews (Allie Conti/VICE)

Allie Conti / VICE: A scam spanning eight US cities and nearly 100 listings shows how easy it is to exploit Airbnb’s poorly written rules through phony listings and fake reviews — While searching for the person who grifted me in Chicago, I discovered just how easy it is for users of the short-term rental

October 31, 2019

Twitter’s political ad ban raises one big issue: what exactly is an ‘issue’?

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Twitter is finally doing something popular: banning political ads. Yesterday, CEO Jack Dorsey announced that his company will no longer allow sponsored tweets promoting political campaigns. It will also prohibit the much broader category of “issues” ads, with a few exceptions. “This isn’t about free expression. This is

Microsoft Azure customers reporting hitting virtual machine limits in U.S. East regions

Microsoft is at capacity with some of its Azure resources in the East US2 region, users are reporting, and Microsoft acknowledges it is placing restrictions on additional quota on some customers there. Microsoft Azure customers reporting hitting virtual machine limits in U.S. East regions Source: ZDNet Microsoft

October 31, 2019

Xiaomi mimics the Apple Watch with its first smartwatch

Xiaomi smartwatch | Xiaomi, via Weibo In the past, Xiaomi’s products have looked a lot like Apple versions, and Xiaomi’s first smartwatch, which will launch on November 5th, appears to be no exception. From the images and video teasers Xiaomi released through Weibo earlier this week, it bears a striking resemblance to the Apple Watch

October 31, 2019

Do yourself a favor and listen to RL Grime’s annual Halloween mix

My truth: I don’t like Halloween. I think it’s fun, sure, and I do love any excuse to party or eat candy, but there’s something about the ritual of it that gets to me — something about pretending to be someone or something else, when it’s so hard even to just be yourself. Or maybe

Microsoft relents on planned Power Platform self-service purchasing changes

Microsoft will give IT a way to turn off self-servicing and is moving back the intended start date for its Power Platform self-servicing changes as a result of user pushback. Microsoft relents on planned Power Platform self-service purchasing changes Source: ZDNet Microsoft

October 31, 2019

Take Multiple Pictures of Your Next Flat Tire So You Can Re-Use the Excuse in the Future

I have a friend who used to love to use food poisoning as an excuse to take a day off work or otherwise avoid things she didn’t feel like doing. It’s a pretty good lie because food poisoning can make you feel really awful but only for a short amount of time. No one will

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