Opinion: The new designs of Safari in iOS 15 and macOS 12 have been polarizing, but Maps could save the day. Why I think Apple Maps could help solve the Safari redesign in iOS 15 Source: Tech Radar Software
Read MoreShould your iPhone have a case or no case? My iPhone 12 Pro Max occasionally wears a cover, but the majority of the time it’s without a case. iPhone cases: Who needs 'em? Here's why I oftentimes sport a caseless iPhone – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreNikkei Asia: Vietnam, which has a relatively low number of bank branches per capita, has become a battleground for e-wallets as market leader MoMo looks to maintain its lead — E-wallet app MoMo looks to maintain its lead against deep-pocketed rivals — TOKYO/HO CHI MINH CITY — For Vietnamese fintech startup MoMo … Vietnam, which
Read MoreWe think of radioactive material as something buried away in bunkers with bombs, power plants, and maybe some exotic medical equipment. But turns out, there are little bits of radiation in the water, our soil, bananas, granite countertops, smoke detectors, and even some camera lenses. Camera lenses? A few decades ago, camera companies added rare
Read MoreJohn Gruber / Daring Fireball: An overview of Apple’s three new “Child Safety” initiatives, what critics are getting wrong, and the completely legitimate slippery slope concerns from experts — (CSAM stands for Child Sexual Abuse Material — a.k.a. child pornography. People familiar with the lingo seem to pronounce it see-sam. An overview of Apple's three new "Child
Read MoreWhen we last checked in with [The Poor Student Hobbyist], he had just finished cramming a Game Boy Advance (GBA) SP motherboard into the body of the iconic Game Boy DMG-01, complete with an aftermarket IPS display. Unfortunately, after a few weeks of using the system, he ran into a few issues that sent him
Read MoreLaurel Deppen / GeekWire: Chronus, a developer of enterprise software for employee development programs, raises $78M from Level Equity as demand for its product grew during the pandemic — Chronus, the Bellevue, Wash.-based maker of mentoring software, announced $78 million in new funding on Wednesday … Chronus, a developer of enterprise software for employee development
Read MoreJill Shen / TechNode: China-based Inceptio, which is developing autonomous trucks, raises $270M Series B led by JD Logistics, Meituan, and PE firm PAG, bringing total raised to $490M — Inceptio, a China-based robotruck startup, said it has closed a $270 million Series B on Tuesday. JD Logistics, Meituan, and PAG led the investment round.
Read MoreAaron Mak / Slate: Vaccine skeptics who have been demonetized on YouTube are now raising money on crowdfunding platforms, including the Christian-oriented GiveSendGo and GoFundMe — Part of the reason that misinformation about vaccines is so intractable is that it can be very lucrative. Vaccine skeptics who have been demonetized on YouTube are now raising
Read MoreWant to start your own collection of retro computers, for free? Well graphic designer [Rocky Bergen]’s collection of paper craft models might be the answer. [Rocky] has designed over a dozen models of old computers, including classics such as the IMSAI 8080, Commodore Pet, and the BBC Microcomputer to name just a few. The completed
Read MoreMike Butcher / TechCrunch: Refurbed, a European marketplace for refurbished electronics, raises $54M Series B led by Evli Growth Partners and Almaz Capital — Refurbed, a European marketplace for refurbished electronics which raised a $17 million Series A round of funding last year has now raised a $54 million Series B funding led … Refurbed,
Read MoreHere are some great options to watch tonight. Netflix: The 50 best TV series to stream tonight – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreEdge users will soon be able to right click to save webpages as a PDF in the browser’s Context Menu. Microsoft Edge will now make it easier to save pages as a PDF Source: Tech Radar Software
Read MoreJack Kennedy / Silicon Republic: Polywork, a business-focused social network in private beta that emphasizes the work people do over job titles, raises $13M Series A led by Andreessen Horowitz — Peter Johnston’s Polywork has closed a Series A round that attracted investment from big names in Silicon Valley. Polywork, a business-focused social network in
Read More{$inline_image} Sure, we see quite a few plotters and other motion machines, but the one from [DAZ Projects] has the virtual of looking dead simple. The Arduino and CNC shield are old hat, of course. But some 3D printed pulleys and a very simple-looking core XY arrangement looks like this could be a pretty quick
Read MoreSure, we see quite a few plotters and other motion machines, but the one from [DAZ Projects] has the virtual of looking dead simple. The Arduino and CNC shield are old hat, of course. But some 3D printed pulleys and a very simple-looking core XY arrangement looks like this could be a pretty quick build.
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Spotify still hasn’t added AirPlay 2 support to its iOS app — but despite the delay, it’s still “working to make [it] a reality,” the company tells The Verge. Some doubt was cast on AirPlay 2 inclusion when MacRumors spotted a forum post where a Spotify forum moderator
Read MoreJoe Rossignol / MacRumors: In response to CSAM detection misuse concerns, Apple says protections will roll out in the US first, then on a country-by-country basis after legal evaluation — Apple this week announced that, starting later this year with iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, the company will be able … In response to CSAM
Read MoreI’ve seen Ariana Grande in concert twice now. Once in person, at Barclays Center, in 2019, before the pandemic. And now once virtually, within the video game “Fortnite.” Ariana Grande performs in concert, in ‘Fortnite’ Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreOlga Kharif / Bloomberg: Binance.US CEO Brian Brooks resigns just over three months after taking up the role, citing “differences over strategic direction” — – He cites ‘strategic differences’ in leaving crypto exchange — The former bank regulator joined trading platform in May Binance.US CEO Brian Brooks resigns just over three months after taking up
Read MoreIt’s one hell of a way to say happy birthday. Porsche GT2 RS Clubsport 25 celebrates 25 years of Manthey Racing – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreDon’t be the victim of a rug pull. Cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes: Everything you should know about these scams – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreXbox Game Pass is possibly the best deal in gaming, and the best reason to own an Xbox. Here are our picks on the subscription service. Xbox Game Pass: 20 fantastic games to play this weekend – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Microsoft is working on a new night mode for Xbox consoles. The software giant has started testing this night mode with Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring today, and it allows Xbox owners to dim their screens, controller LED brightness, and even the Xbox power button. The
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge WhatsApp won’t be adopting Apple’s new Child Safety measures, meant to stop the spread of child abuse imagery, according to WhatsApp’s head Will Cathcart. In a Twitter thread, he explains his belief that Apple “has built software that can scan all the private photos on your phone,” and
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