Illustration by James Bareham / The Verge Facebook has sued two app developers for click injection fraud, claiming the developers made Google Play apps that installed malware on a user’s phone for the purpose of generating fake clicks on Facebook ads. That fraudulent ad revenue in turn went to the app developers, Hong Kong-based LionMobi
Read MoreA team of researchers in Canada and China are working on a revolutionary new way to track blood pressure: a selfie. The teams, based at the University of Toronto and the Affiliated Hospital of Hangzhou Normal University, just published a proof of concept that allows smartphone users to track blood pressure by taking a short
Read MoreThe anonymous message board remained offline Tuesday as its leadership faced new fire on multiple fronts. In wake of shootings, Congress summons 8chan owner to testify Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreThe Golf will only be offered in a single trim, for example, while the Atlas gets seven. Volkswagen's adding tech and ditching some trim levels for 2020 – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreApple accounts for nearly half the 12 million smartwatches shipped during the second quarter, Strategy Analytics reports. Apple still tops growing global smartwatch market – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThat would save you $5 monthly. Also, Disney may reboot Home Alone. Disney+ will discount a bundle with Hulu and ESPN Plus for a month – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWhen will your favorite Marvel and Star Wars movie arrive on the $7-a-month service? What should you expect from Marvel original shows? Here’s what we know. Disney Plus: Every show and movie you'll be able to stream — and when – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreResearchers from BitDefender have uncovered a concerning security vulnerability present in all modern Intel processors. If executed, the flaw could permit an adversary to access the computer’s kernel memory, which could potentially result in them gaining access to sensitive information, like passwords, tokens, and private conversations. The flaw affects all machines using Intel processors that
Read MoreAn animation of how Rocket Lab’s recovery process will work | Image: Rocket Lab Small satellite launcher Rocket Lab is following in the footsteps of rocket behemoth SpaceX with plans to make its rockets reusable. But Rocket Lab won’t be landing its vehicles in the same fashion as SpaceX’s Falcon 9. Instead, the company plans
Read MoreThe photographic hire company Lensrentals had a $2k Sony FE 135mm f1.8 GM camera lens returned with a problem: it was having issues focusing. So, they decided to do the obvious thing and take it apart. It’s a fascinating insight into some of the engineering that goes into a high-end camera lens. That is perhaps
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Apple plans to restrict how apps implement internet voice call functionality, which currently could allow mobile software to collect data while running in the background, according to a new report from The Information. Going forward, Apple will require that background access be used for VoIP calls and nothing
Read MoreSamsung’s Note 10 is due to be revealed tomorrow, but that isn’t stopping the leaks from coming. Though we already seem to know every aspect of the devices, a new leak shared by Droid Life comes from very official-looking promotional materials, confirming much of the hardware changes we’ve heard so far and highlighting some new
Read MoreSoftware algorithms are meant to catch and eliminate banned goods, but some items such as shotgun rounds slip through. Google and Amazon list gun accessories for sale, in apparent violation of their own policies Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Twitch has partnered with the National Basketball Association to stream USA Basketball games globally through 2020, according to Reuters. USA Basketball is a nonprofit organization that’s the governing body for basketball in America; it’s the outfit that organizes the men’s and women’s teams that compete internationally. (This year,
Read MorePhoto by Gabriella Demczuk/Getty Images Congressional leaders are requesting that the owner of 8chan, Jim Watkins, testify before the House Homeland Security Committee to inform the body on what the fringe forum is doing to combat the proliferation of extremist content. “Regrettably, this is at least the third act of white supremacist extremist violence linked
Read MorePhoto by Sean O’Kane / The Verge Chinese EV startup NIO has sold the majority stake in its Formula E all-electric racing series team, according to longtime motorsports journalist Sam Smith. The company will remain a sponsor, a person familiar with the sale tells The Verge, but Chinese motorsports promotion company Lisheng Racing bought the
Read MoreThe event’s creator had received a notice that it was removed for violating Facebook’s community standards. Area 51 raid event is back on Facebook after being mistakenly removed – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe US Department of Justice alleges that a scheme to unlock phones on the company’s network robbed AT&T of millions of dollars. AT&T workers bribed to infect firm's gear with malware, unlock phones, DOJ alleges – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreDisney will offer a bundle package of its three streaming services — Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ — for $12.99 a month starting on November 12th, the company announced today. The company previously hinted at a bundle for all three services, but CEO Bob Iger made it official during the company’s investors call today. At $12.99,
Read MoreThe triple-service bundle will be available when Disney Plus launches Nov. 12. Disney Plus will discount a bundle with Hulu and ESPN Plus for a month – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWell before Google decided it would leak the Pixel 4 on its own terms, LG had been teasing and revealing features on its own devices for years. Today, the company began the marketing efforts for its next flagship, posting a short teaser that seems to reveal a triple-screened device to be announced at IFA on
Read MoreDetails on the next big-screen Samsung Galaxy phone are still leaking. Note 10 promo materials reportedly leak – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreDisney is having a record run at the box office this year, surpassing $8 billion in global ticket sales thanks to an astounding run of blockbuster releases across its Marvel and core Disney brands. That said, the company is gearing up to expand that success well beyond the theater, and with that comes big spending.
Read MoreRocket League will remove its paid, randomized loot crates in favor of a system that will tell players what they’re purchasing before they buy. Developer Psyonix announced the news today and described it as a similar change to that made in Epic’s Fortnite. “We are dedicated to creating the best possible experience for our players
Read MoreOne of the best parts about dogs is how affectionate they can be. It’s almost like they can sense when we’re hurt or feeling down, and then try to help us with extra snuggles or kisses. But while well-intentioned, those kisses—well, licks—may not always be good for your health. Read more… Is it Safe to
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