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August 28, 2019

US government's plan to make Dish the country's fourth-largest mobile carrier, by forcing T-Mobile and Sprint to sell assets, will likely leave 100M underserved (Jon Brodkin/Ars Technica)

Jon Brodkin / Ars Technica: US government’s plan to make Dish the country’s fourth-largest mobile carrier, by forcing T-Mobile and Sprint to sell assets, will likely leave 100M underserved — Dish replacing Sprint as fourth carrier could leave 100 million people uncovered. — When the Department of Justice approved … US government's plan to make

August 28, 2019

How to Pack a School Lunch Your Kid Will Actually Eat

Kids have been grazing their way through summer, and maybe “lunch” was a series of snacks spread out across the afternoon. But now that it’s time for school, we have to make lunch more defined—pack it into little sectioned containers and stow it in an insulated bag covered with unicorns. Read more… How to Pack

August 28, 2019

Google Hire is the next Google tool to be shut down

Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Google says it will shut down Google Hire, its G Suite tool built for recruiters at small and midsized companies, on September 1st, 2020, despite launching only two years ago. Google did not give a specific reason as to why it’s shutting down the tool beyond saying that

August 28, 2019

T-Mobile adds eSIM support for post-paid plans on iOS

Photo by James Bareham / The Verge T-Mobile is expanding its support for eSIM technology today, offering the digital SIM card technology for its post-paid plans, in addition to the prepaid options that it’s supported since last December. Unlike the prepaid options, though, which can be purchased and configured through an app, converting a post-paid

August 28, 2019

The first trailer for Steven Soderbergh’s The Laundromat is goofy, topical fun

Photo: Netflix Hey, remember when writer-director Steven Soderbergh retired from filmmaking back in 2013? Remember how it didn’t take at all? After a series of complaints about how badly Hollywood treats its directors, he revitalized his career with a series of experiments, from shooting entire feature films on a series of iPhones to self-distributing his

August 28, 2019

Does Updating Your Income Information Raise Your Credit Score?

What could you do with a sky-high credit limit? I mean, what couldn’t you do? If you’ve seen prompts from your credit card issuer to update your income to find out if you’re eligible for a higher credit limit, you may wonder if it’s worth supplying that bit of personal info. I promise you it’s

Amazon's Ring reveals 405 cities where police tap into its cameras – CNET

This is the first time Ring has disclosed how many police departments in total have joined its law enforcement network. Amazon's Ring reveals 405 cities where police tap into its cameras – CNET Source: CNet

New Joker trailer shows off more of the dark comedy – CNET

Actor Joaquin Phoenix gives fans a new, sadder look at Batman’s nemesis. New Joker trailer shows off more of the dark comedy – CNET Source: CNet

Microsoft adds dark mode to Outlook on mobile, Office on web – CNET

Dark mode all the things. Microsoft adds dark mode to Outlook on mobile, Office on web – CNET Source: CNet

Telegram to introduce its own cryptocurrency in October, report says – CNET

Another crypto for those who need to send money. Telegram to introduce its own cryptocurrency in October, report says – CNET Source: CNet

August 28, 2019

How to Get Verizon to Block Robocalls for You

After endless complaints from customers, service providers are making moves to reduce—and hopefully eliminate—the modern-day nuisance of robocalls. Verizon customers have been able to download a free spam filter that blocks robocalls on iOS and Android, but some Android users are now automatically enrolled in the… Read more… How to Get Verizon to Block Robocalls

August 28, 2019

The final Joker trailer promises a gritty character study of Batman’s archnemesis

The final trailer for Todd Phillips’ Joker has arrived, and it reveals the gritty, dark take on the iconic Batman villain. The Warner Bros. description of Joker says, “Phillips’ exploration of Arthur Fleck, who is indelibly portrayed by Joaquin Phoenix, is of a man struggling to find his way in Gotham’s fractured society. A clown-for-hire

Jessi Combs, the 'fastest woman on four wheels,' dies at 36 – Roadshow

Combs reportedly died while attempting to beat her own land speed record. Jessi Combs, the 'fastest woman on four wheels,' dies at 36 – Roadshow Source: CNet

August 28, 2019

Don't Buy a New Wifi Router Until You Check These Three Things

A good wifi router is crucial for a fast and reliable internet connection—but trying to choose the best one can be complicated and overwhelming. In the video above, I break down the three things to look for in a good router. Read more… Don't Buy a New Wifi Router Until You Check These Three Things

Peloton Is a Phenomenon. Can It Last?

Exercise manias like the Thighmaster and Tae Bo have all come and gone. Peloton is trying to defy that trend. Peloton Is a Phenomenon. Can It Last? Source: NY Times Tech

August 28, 2019

Use This Landlord Forum to Learn How to Be a Good Tenant

Before you ask your landlord whether it’s okay to repaint your walls, list your spare bedroom on Airbnb, or invite your friends and their dogs over for dinner, you’re going to want to check your lease—and you might also want to check the Bigger Pockets landlord forum. Read more… Use This Landlord Forum to Learn

August 28, 2019

Apple apologizes for Siri audio recordings, announces privacy changes going forward

Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple has issued a formal apology for its privacy practices of secretly having human contractors listen to recordings of customers talking to its Siri digital assistant to improve the service. “We realize we haven’t been fully living up to our high ideals, and for that we apologize,”

'Similar item to consider:' How Amazon pushes its own products over competitors'

Amazon is pushing its own private-label brands just before customers add products from competitors to their shopping carts. Here’s how it works. 'Similar item to consider:' How Amazon pushes its own products over competitors' Source: Washington Post Tech

Aggressive Amazon tactic pushes you to consider its own brand before you click ‘buy’

The tactic shows how the e-commerce giant can use its powerful platform to favor its brands just as shoppers are about to purchase rival items. Aggressive Amazon tactic pushes you to consider its own brand before you click ‘buy’ Source: Washington Post Tech

August 28, 2019

You're Probably Using the Word 'Comprise' Wrong

After I lovingly explained the difference between “who” and “whom,” one dear reader caught onto the fact that I’ve been on a one-woman crusade to purify our world of all your terrible grammar. The person I know only as “Fabian Knockwurst” came to me with a request to “do to comprise next,” and I am

August 28, 2019

Mr. Robot’s fourth and final season gets an October 6th premiere date in new trailer

It’s been two years since Mr. Robot’s third season ended, but thanks to a new trailer, we now know when to expect the fourth and final season to kick off: October 6th. The new trailer for the upcoming season — like the first season 4 teaser, which was released last month — is predictably light

August 28, 2019

Pinterest will now surface reliable, science-based information when people search for vaccine-related terms

Pinterest Pinterest will now give visitors accurate information about vaccines and their safety when they type in a relevant search term. In an update today, the company says it will now surface reliable information sourced from various scientific organizations whenever someone searches for vaccine-related terms, like “measles” or “vaccine safety.” Among the organizations whose information

August 28, 2019

All The Ways Your Credit Card Use Reveals Personal Info

If someone asked you why you use a credit card for everyday purchases like groceries, you might rattle off some combination of the convenience of paying the credit card bill later, consumer protection from potential fraud, or not having to carry cash or worry about your checking balance. Read more… All The Ways Your Credit

Facebook tightens political ad rules ahead of 2020 election – CNET

The social network says it wants to provide more details about who’s behind the ads you’re seeing. Facebook tightens political ad rules ahead of 2020 election – CNET Source: CNet

August 28, 2019

Delete Android's Malware-Filled 'CamScanner' App Right Now—and Try These Alternatives

Security researchers at Kaspersky discovered malware in various versions of the Android app “CamScanner” that were published to the Google Play store in June and July. You should remove it from your Android phone right now if you haven’t updated the app to any versions released since June 30, and even then, we… Read more…

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