Illustration by Nick Barclay / The Verge Although Netflix no longer allows new or returning members to sign up for the ad-free Basic subscription that costs $11.99 per month, company executives told investors while reporting its earnings results today that it’s retiring the plan in some countries where ad-supported plans are available. It’s starting with
Read MoreTime has advanced far enough that 5G has gone from pure luxury to something many of us take for granted — except, of course, when it suddenly disappears, forcing us to connect to slower 4G (LTE) or even 3G networks. If 5G is missing on your phone, here’s what’s probably going on, and how you
Read MoreCiting national security risks, the U.S. has made significant efforts to stop or at least limit China’s access to advanced processors used for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) applications. China is not happy that the United States was able to convince the Dutch government to stop sending and giving access to sophisticated ASML lithography equipment
Read MoreThe Biden administration is preparing an executive order that seeks to prevent foreign adversaries from accessing troves of highly sensitive personal data about Americans and people connected to the US government, Bloomberg News reported, citing documents. From the report: The administration plans to soon unveil the new executive order, which will direct the US Attorney
Read MoreThe trouble with building a business around selling low-margin widgets is that you have to find a way to make a lot of them to make it worth your while. And if the widget in question is labor-intensive to make, you’ve got to find ways to reduce your inputs. That sounds like a job for
Read MoreThe company says it wants to protect you from “viruses.” Experts are skeptical.
Read MoreMacworld The Vision Pro is now available for sale! Apple has released videos and press releases detailing the experiences that will be available on day one and people are already complaining about which services won’t be there. Overall, though, it seems like a great product. But how is this going to work? Not technically, but
Read MoreBy spending $5 billion for 10 years of WWE’s Raw, Netflix shows just how thoroughly it’s rewritten the old streaming rulebook.
Read MoreThe Biden administration is preparing an executive order that seeks to prevent foreign adversaries from accessing troves of highly sensitive personal data about Americans and people connected to the US government, Bloomberg News reported, citing documents. From the report: The administration plans to soon unveil the new executive order, which will direct the US Attorney
Read MoreImage: ToastedShoes Nintendo has finally come for Palworld… in the form of issuing a takedown for a video of a mod that swapped all the Palworld pals for pokémon. Lol. If you’re not one of the now 6 million players who’ve bought a copy of the game, here’s a quick explainer. Palworld is a multiplayer
Read MoreImage: OnLeaks via MySmartPrice The Pixel 8 has only been out for a few months, but that isn’t stopping leakers from getting early images of the forthcoming Pixel 9. Reliable leaker OnLeaks shared a set of renders with MySmartPrice, showing what appears to be Google’s Pixel 9 Pro flagship with completely flat edges framing the
Read MoreThe Federal Trade Commission ruled in a final order and opinion Monday that TurboTax, the popular tax filing software, engaged in deceptive advertising and banned the company from advertising its services for free unless it is free for all customers. CNN adds: By running ads for “free” tax services that many customers were not qualified
Read MoreApple has released new firmware for the first-generation AirPods Pro, following after a December update to the second-gen model. AirPods Pro The update for the AirPods Pro brings the firmware up to version 6.0, build number 6A321. By contrast, the December firmware update affecting the AirPods Pro 2 raised the version to 6.1.34. Apple doesn’t
Read MoreCredit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Microsoft is working on the next major version of Windows codenamed Hudson Valley. It was rumored this system update would be Windows 12, but it appears that may not be the case. Sources say Hudson Valley will instead be a major update for Windows 11 that brings a host
Read MoreGoogle Chrome’s recent update introduces generative AI capabilities to enhance browser themes, assist in text composition, and incorporate a feature familiar to Safari users. Google Chrome’s recent update introduces generative AI The recent update to Google Chrome introduces generative AI features that enhance the browser’s functionality. These include assistance in text composition, improved organization of
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge France’s National Commission on Informatics and Liberty (CNIL) has fined Amazon €32 million, or about $35 million USD, for “excessively intrusive” worker surveillance that the commission says puts “continuous pressure” on employees in Amazon’s warehouses. Amazon called its conclusions, which put the company in violation of the EU’s
Read MoreCredit: TORRAS Samsung’s latest flagships, the Galaxy S24 series, set the bar for 2024. From impressive performance and fantastic cameras to a slew of new AI-powered software features, Samsung has taken its productivity powerhouses to the next level. These are expensive buys, though, and if you’re planning to spend more than a thousand dollars on
Read MoreCredit: Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority Samsung is reportedly considering making an entry-level Galaxy Z Fold 6. Samsung reportedly also wants to make the Z Fold thinner to better compete with its Chinese competitors. The company is said to not be considering an entry-level Galaxy Z Flip 6. Samsung’s foldables have come a long way
Read MoreImage: The Verge This is Hot Pod, The Verge’s newsletter about podcasting and the audio industry. Sign up here for more. On Friday, Insiders got part one of a Q&A with NPR’s new podcasting chief, Collin Campbell, who led new show development at Gimlet before the studio was dismantled by Spotify. We discussed how his
Read MoreGummy vitamin supplements have surged in popularity, with sales projected to double to $14 billion by 2027. However, experts warn that the candy-like taste and texture increase risks of overdosing, especially among children, as calls to Poison Control for melatonin overdoses have jumped 530% in a decade. Formulating vitamins into gummies also leads to faster
Read MoreApple Music’s latest feature, collaborative playlists, is a game-changer in how music lovers share and experience songs. The company released a video on how to use it. Apple Music listeners can collaborate in playlists Apple has steadily enhanced its Apple Music service, introducing various features to improve user experience and engagement. One of the notable
Read MoreCredit: MySmartPrice The Google Pixel 9 Pro has leaked nine months before its expected launch. The phone appears to have a new design with flat sides and an alleged 6.5-inch display. We expect to see this launch in October 2024. Today, we have what appears to be our first look at the upcoming Google Pixel
Read MoreOracle’s recent updates to its OCI Generative AI Service, which competes with similar services from rivals AWS, Microsoft, and Google, makes it more attuned towards the future need of enterprises, analysts say. But Oracle may be far behind rivals in terms of overall generative AI model and service offerings. To read this article in full,
Read MoreOne of the most exciting aspects of the C programming language — as effectively high-level assembly — is that although it’s a bit friendlier for the developer, it also adds a lot of required know-how on account of its portability across platforms and architectures. This know-how is what [Oleksandr Kaleniuk] manages to wonderfully illustrate with
Read MoreImage: Blizzard We are, as the kids say, so friggin’ back. In November, the Overwatch League announced its end after six seasons. At the time, Overwatch League associate PR manager John Nomis said, “We are transitioning from the Overwatch League and evolving competitive Overwatch in a new direction,” confirming that while the League itself was
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