Google‘s original Pixel Buds, its first attempt at challenging Apple’s AirPods, was less than successful. Though I personally had a soft spot for their unique design and loved the (at the time) unique Google Assistant integration, several significant flaws made them difficult to recommend. They weren’t fully wireless, requiring a cable between the buds. They
Read MoreThe systems could soon become a widespread staple of public life. But they vary widely in accuracy and performance, and people won’t be asked to consent. Companies’ use of thermal cameras to speed return to work sparks worries about civil liberties Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreIn an interview with The Post, Yiliang “Doublelift” Peng detailed the end of his time with Team Liquid and his hopes for his new team. ‘I want to have a redemption story’: Doublelift aims to move on with TSM Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Samsung released its second version of truly wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds Plus, earlier this year, and now it’s bringing some of their functionality to its original earbuds, the Galaxy Buds. The company says today it’s rolling out an update that’ll allow Galaxy Buds to connect to
Read MoreNaughty Dog’s PS4 exclusive was delayed indefinitely earlier this month, but its release only slipped a few weeks to June 19. The Last of Us Part II, Ghost of Tsushima release dates confirmed by Sony – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreVideo chatting is all the rage now that people have to stay home. Facebook Portal is finally a hit, thanks to a pandemic and your grandparents – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCalifornia State University, Fullerton has had to mop up the confusion generated when local news stations reported that the campus would be delivering its courses virtually on the first day of classes in fall. According to a statement issued by Provost Pamella Oliver a day later, the reporting was wrong. Cal State Fullerton Clarifies Fall
Read MoreIf you’ve got airline points or miles saved up, you could hang on to them in the hopes that you might be able to redeem them for a flight at some point—but if you don’t see yourself boarding a plane any time soon, you might as well see if there’s some other way to redeem
Read MoreA retirement community in Florida is getting some high-tech help during the pandemic. UPS, CVS starting drone prescription deliveries in Florida this May – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Mikhail Japaridze / TASS via Getty Images Even during a pandemic, Walmart’s supply chain managers have to make sure stores and warehouses are stocked with the things customers want and need. COVID-19, though, has thrown off the digital program that helps them predict how many diapers and garden hoses they need to keep
Read MoreNeed more privacy? Apple thinks future technology could adjust window tint on the fly, or as the occupant desires. Apple patent imagines adjustable tinted windows for your future car – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreUPS will use drones to fly prescription medications to residents of The Villages in Florida, a retirement community of more than 1350,000 people. The service is scheduled to take off on May 4, and will use drones developed by Matternet, a California-based aerial delivery company. The first flights will be less than half a mile
Read MoreThe billionaire philanthropist is zeroing in on the pandemic. Bill Gates says foundation putting 'total attention' on COVID-19 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreImage: Naughty Dog Sony announced today that Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us Part II will now be released on June 19th. Earlier this month, Sony had said that the PlayStation 4 exclusive would be delayed “until further notice” because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Before that, the game had been scheduled to release on May
Read More“It just works” are some of the most powerful words in technology. No, the Best Doesn’t Win Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreNow that we’ve all been staying home for a while, chances are good that you or a family member or friend has marked at least one special occasion that, in the Before Times, would’ve been celebrated with a party or a night out: A nice round birthday. A fancy anniversary dinner. A bachelorette party. Obviously,
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Live-streaming isn’t a wilderness, but it can feel that way sometimes: even if you know what you’re doing, finding your way to someone new can be daunting. That’s why my favorite thing about live-streaming is the raid, which is when a streamer who’s done streaming sends their entire
Read MorePiazza, the company that produces a social learning application for colleges and universities, has added new functionality to its software. Piazza “Live Q&A” offers a dedicated place within courses where students can ask questions and upvote questions in real time as instructors are running their classes. Social Learning Platform Piazza Adds Live Q&A Upvoting to
Read MoreIf anyone was going to be the best at social distancing while also simultaneously keeping all their friends happy and connected, it would be Leslie Knope. Read more… How to Watch Thursday's 'Parks & Recreation' Reunion Source: Life Hacker
Read MorePregnant women in the video game industry face extraordinary challenges — beyond the usual travails of game development. ‘Being pregnant changes everything’: The game industry awkwardly grapples with maternity Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreGoogle’s new earbuds finally go truly wireless and have improved sound quality Continue reading… Google Pixel Buds review: second time’s the charm Source: New feed
Read MoreBaking sourdough bread has become a cliché of non-essential privilege in the social isolation era. It’s a time-consuming stay-at-home endeavor that somehow every blogger on my news feed has decided to post about, and I’ve mocked it. But after baking a loaf based solely on advice from a viral tweet and its tweeter, I… Read
Read MoreUpcoming events include the STEAM Week 2020, OLC Ideate, and the Campus Technology Distance Learning Summit. Upcoming Events, Webinars & Calls for Papers (Week of April 27, 2020) Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreA Missouri community college will shortly be running its first open esports tournament. That will take place online between May 1 and 3, 2020 and be hosted by Crowder College, a two-year college serving nine counties in the state. The event will feature one-on-one competitions with Super Smash Brothers Ultimate on Nintendo Switch. The semi-finals
Read MoreHands up if you’ve hurt yourself doing something stupid during a home workout. I, for one, smacked my hand into the ceiling-mounted garage door opener while following along with a dance workout. And twice now I’ve had a dumbbell fall apart mid-lift because I hadn’t tightened the collars enough. Read more… How to Prevent Injuries
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