Ben Sandofsky / Halide: An in-depth analysis of how iPhone SE leverages machine learning software to generate a portrait effect using a single 2D image — After four years, we have a new budget-conscious iPhone. Like previous SE, it reaches that price point by sticking to components from previous generations. iFixIt found … An in-depth
Read MoreThe Russo Brothers tweet exciting behind-the-scenes footage from the Endgame watch party. (Live updates) New Avengers: Endgame footage shows Brie Larson's first day as Captain Marvel – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreScientists believe the world will see it’s first working thermonuclear fusion reactor by the year 2025. That’s a tall order in short form, especially when you consider that fusion has been “almost here” for nearly a century. Fusion reactors – not to be confused with common fission reactors – are the holiest of Grails when
Read MoreAs the coronavirus continues to disrupt lives and livelihoods, influencers are offering free money to followers — and gaining a lot more in return. Everyone Is Giving Away Cash on Instagram Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreEquipped with Android TV, this is one of the brightest portable projectors money can buy. Save 0 when you create a home theater with the Epson EF-100 projector – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreHBO Max will launch May 27 with HBO’s programs and movies, licensed hits and exclusive originals (at least, the ones that aren’t delayed by coronavirus). HBO Max: Launch date, prices, shows and movies to expect – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreMay the 4th get in your belly. These Star Wars snacks are fun to make, bake and most of all … eat. Make these Star Wars treats to celebrate May the 4th – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Russo Brothers think their films could help rejuvenate the movie business once shelter-in-place is lifted. Marvel directors want Avengers movies back in theaters post-quarantine – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge A mislabeled battery that allegedly caused a fire in a Minnesota man’s garage last year is the subject of a new lawsuit against Amazon. Farm Bureau Property & Casualty Insurance Company claims the e-commerce giant sold the battery to its client, Dane Meyer of Cottonwood, Minnesota, last April
Read MoreThe Library of Congress has launched a new website that allows you to create short remixes of royalty-free audio clips. Citizen DJ is an open-source hip-hop project created by New York-based artist and computer scientist Brian Foo. The website includes roughly 3 million sound recordings spanning centuries that are divided into six different collections, including
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge YouTube is currently experimenting with adding chapters to “a small selection” of videos on Android, iOS, and desktop devices. Instead of finding and clicking on hyperlinked timestamps and song titles in the video description, this new feature incorporates that metadata right into the red progress bar built within
Read MoreIf you have access to a treadmill or live in an area where you can run without worrying about too many people around, then you’ve probably thought about adding running to your pandemic workout routine. For some of us, that means dusting off our old running shoes. For others, that might mean buying their first
Read MoreThe second-generation Pixel Buds are finally here. While most will still have to wait for their order to show up from Google’s online store—since, y’know, most physical stores are currently shut down—you can prepare for them by downloading the just-launched Pixel Buds app right now. Read more… If You Have Google's New Pixel Buds 2,
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Verizon has extended its policy to not charge late fees or cancel service for customers and small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through June 30th, the company announced today. Verizon, along with virtually every major US broadband and telecom company, committed to waiving late fees and not
Read MoreThe simple task of grocery shopping has become one of the most stressful—yet unavoidable—activities we all need to figure out during the coronavirus pandemic. For people who can’t get to the store easily, the problem is even more complex—especially as many delivery services warn of long wait times. Read more… How to Help Your Neighbors
Read MoreTravelers will soon be able to see which listings are certified as disinfected. Airbnb adds coronavirus cleaning protocol and 24-hour buffer between rentals – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe jaw-dropping concert was a truly unique event for the battle royale game. Fortnite: Travis Scott Astronomical experience seen by more than 27 million players – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreTracking the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19 is more complex than following numbers. Memes and social media chatter matter too. How you talk about coronavirus actually impacts its spread – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreShort-term home rental platform Airbnb is introducing a new “enhanced cleaning initiative” that will take effect in May and include a 24-hour vacancy period between bookings, according to a company blog post. The new cleaning protocol is not required for property hosts, but guests will be able to see which hosts are participating in the
Read MorePhoto by Sean O’Kane/The Verge Tesla is rolling out a software update to some of its newest cars that will allow them to see and respond to traffic lights and stop signs, a feature that CEO Elon Musk has teased for years. The update is available only to owners of Tesla vehicles equipped with the
Read MoreThe reality is that most of us are living through 2020 from behind a screen, whether it’s a phone or a laptop. Our jobs are virtual. Our children’s education is online. Even birthdays and dating are now a matter of booting up video chat. It only follows that our hobbies are following suit—certainly, and by
Read More“OK, first, I’d like to introduce my cat,” said a planning commissioner in Vallejo, Calif., lifting it close to the camera and then, with two hands, tossing it off screen. Vallejo Official's Removal Is Sought After He Throws Cat During Zoom Meeting Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreI’ve been thinking about Disney World a lot these days. Before the pandemic hit, my husband and I were in the very early stages of planning a trip there with our nine-year-son this fall. How innocent we were, way back in February, when standing in long lines with strangers and touching handrails all day seemed
Read MoreWarnerMedia and Apple have reached a deal that will give free HBO Max access to existing HBO customers who subscribe to the service through Apple. Free access begins when the new streaming service launches on May 27th, via Deadline. It’s a change from the original announcement, where AT&T — which owns WarnerMedia, and by extension,
Read MorePhoto by Kim Raff / Getty Images for NRDC The COVID-19 crisis hasn’t stopped the Trump administration’s efforts to roll back key environmental protections in the US, alarming both environmental and public health experts. Since the pandemic took hold in the United States, the Environmental Protection Agency has relaxed fuel economy standards — a decision
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