As part of iOS 14.5, Apple is updating its emoji with new variations from the Unicode Consortium’s 13.1 release, including new skin tone options for popular emoji, several new smiley faces and hearts, and some deliberate Apple redesigns. The changes to skin tone and gender presentation are probably the most important to note. Popular emoji
Read MoreThe monitor in question is on the left-hand side. Taken for the “What’s on your desk?” series | Photo by Cameron Faulkner / The Verge PC gaming is an expensive hobby, so I wouldn’t blame you if you’re trying to save some money here and there. To that end, if you’re looking for a QHD
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge A North Dakota bill that would have drastically altered the way app store operators like Apple and Google manage their digital marketplaces has failed to garner enough votes, failing in the state senate by an 11-36 vote on Tuesday, according to North Dakota House of Representatives member Karla
Read MoreThe Nintendo Switch is on track to be Nintendo’s best-selling platform. Not since the Wii have so many people flocked to a Nintendo console—but that broad appeal means that those picking one up for the first time might not have much familiarity with gaming. But Nintendo has a new program that can help out. Read
Read MoreKif Leswing / CNBC: North Dakota state Senate blocks bill that would have required app stores to allow devs to use their own payment systems; Epic lobbied in favor of the bill — – The North Dakota state senate voted 36-11 on Tuesday not to pass a bill that would have required app stores to
Read MoreHome workouts are convenient, but they sure can be loud. You can jump and stomp as much as you want in a fitness dance class, or even drop barbells if you’re in the right kind of gym. But at home, your downstairs neighbors or sleeping toddler might not approve. Instead, tailor your workout to your
Read MoreThe evidence we all exist in base reality – or at least a base reality – is starting to pile up. A team of researchers from the US and the UK recently conducted a groundbreaking study into the neurological conditions of two people living without the sense of touch. Most people orient their conscious existence
Read MoreImage: Nintendo If you are interested in testing out Pokémon Unite, a spinoff that has gameplay similar to League of Legends, you may be in luck. Today, the Pokémon Company announced it’ll host a regional beta test for Pokémon Unite in Canada next month. The beta test will be exclusive to Android users, and registration
Read MoreThe rumors look to be true. There is a Windows 10 21H1 feature update and it will be a minor one. Microsoft confirms Windows 10 21H1 is coming and won't be a major update Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreImage: Microsoft Microsoft is trying a new solution for the persistent “would you like to allow notifications from this website” requests that you see across the internet: crowdsourcing data on which ones people block and which ones they allow. According to a blog post today, Microsoft is calling this feature adaptive notification requests, and the
Read MoreMost of us probably get by with a toothbrush costing a couple dollars at most, made of injection-moulded plastic for delicate, tender mouths. Maybe if you’re a real cleantooth, you have a fancy buzzy electric one. We’d wager few are machining their own bespoke toothbrushes from scratch, but if you want some inspiration, [W&M Levsha]
Read MoreChili is a perfect cold-weather food, yet it has been two entire months since the last installment of the Skillet Chili Cook-Off, which featured the chaotic-yet-surprisingly-delicious Pizza Chili. I have excuses, of course—I was moving, and Christmas happened—but the important thing to focus on is that we’re back with… Read more… Add French Onion Dip
Read MoreTuesday’s Best Deals | Kinja Deals Read more… The 10 Best Deals of February 16, 2021 Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThese percussive massagers can loosen tight spots and help relieve muscle soreness. Best massage gun for 2021 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSean Endicott / Windows Central: Microsoft begins testing a Kids Mode for Edge, with Bing SafeSearch on and tracking prevention set to strict by default, plus other safety features — Kids Mode helps parents provide a more child-friendly browsing experience on Edge. — What you need to know Microsoft begins testing a Kids Mode for
Read MoreBut its earcup controls might be the best part. Microsoft's Xbox Wireless Headset promises immersive gaming without a dongle for 0 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreTax filing season kicked off last Friday, and it comes with an odd wrinkle: when you choose to file could be the difference in whether you receive a full third stimulus check or not. Due to a quirk in timing, the checks will be based on either your 2019 or 2020 income—so you’ll want to
Read MoreIf you’ve ever dreamed of macaroni and cheese that smells like Red Vines, Kraft has your back. I ate Kraft pink candy mac and cheese, and it made me question my reality – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Chris Welch / The Verge Amazon is opening its first manufacturing line in India in a partnership with Foxconn-owned Cloud Network Technology, an India-based subsidiary of the Taiwanese electronics giant, Amazon announced on Tuesday. The partnership is part of an effort to work with the Indian government, which has embarked on a campaign
Read MoreThe upcoming electric vehicle takes advantage of its flat floor with a motorized, sliding center console and reclining front seats built to “relax and recharge.” Hyundai Ioniq 5's transforming interior teased ahead of Feb. 23 debut – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Fritzchens Fritz / Flickr While the world continues to wait for a chance to buy the PlayStation 5, we’re continuing to put Sony’s next-gen console under the microscope — literally, when we showed you the 40,000 tiny PlayStation symbols hidden in each gamepad, and now somewhat figuratively with what we believe are the
Read MoreVice President Kamala Harris’ marriage to Doug Emhoff carries a historic magnitude: Emhoff’s status as the first Second Gentleman in the nation’s history is alone a milestone for the U.S. politics, but his proximity to the White House means an interracial couple has been catapulted to a position of national prominence… Read more… How to
Read MoreTaylor Soper / GeekWire: Amazon confirms it has acquired Australian e-commerce startup Selz, a Shopify competitor that employs less than 50 people and has raised $11M — Amazon has acquired Selz, a 7-year-old startup that helps entrepreneurs sell products online. The deal signals Amazon’s continued focus … Amazon confirms it has acquired Australian e-commerce startup
Read More[Pete] admits that his MIDI-based slide advance alert system is definitely a niche solution to a niche problem, but it is a wonderful example of using available tools to serve a specific need. The issue was this: [Pete] is involved in numerous presentations streamed over video, and needed a simple and effective way for the
Read MoreApple has patched a peculiar issue with macOS Big Sur that previously allowed people to install the OS update even if they didn’t have enough space for it on their Macs. As you might expect, installing an update when you don’t have the room causes all kinds of system issues. Read more… How to Fix
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