Airbnb announced that it will now offer Experiences that are entirely digital so people who are practicing social distancing and staying at home can find activities to do remotely. The new Airbnb Online Experiences offers activities like bartending and cooking classes, virtual bike tours, Korean makeup tutorials, fortune reading, comedy shows, and drawing lessons. When
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Online conspiracy theories have been trying to link the novel coronavirus pandemic to the rollout of 5G technology recently. Despite there being no scientific links, multiple 5G towers have been set on fire in the UK. Theories shared on Facebook, Nextdoor, and Instagram are being widely spread, leading
Read MoreThe app includes a screening tool as well as information from Stanford physicians and scientists. Apple and Stanford partner on coronavirus app for first responders – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreA Forever 21 spring sale, GTA 5 Humble Bundle, medical-grade baby bottles, and Breville toasters make up Thursday’s best deals. Read more… Thursday's Best Deals: Phillips Medical-Grade Bottles, Ring Doorbells, Toasters, Amazon Music Unlimited, Captain America Compression Shirts, and More Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe default iOS keyboard in iOS 13 is full of useful features that you might have missed. In the video above, I share three features I use all the time. Read more… The iOS Keyboard Features You Might Have Missed Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe volume of phone calls has surged more than internet use as people want to hear each other’s voices in the pandemic. The Humble Phone Call Has Made a Comeback Source: NY Times Tech
Read MorePhoto by Steve Pfost / Newsday RM via Getty Images As the rate of COVID-19 testing slowly creeps up in the US, public health experts have a new concern that many people with negative test results actually have the virus. “If you have had likely exposures and symptoms suggest Covid-19 infection, you probably have it
Read MoreThe social media platform announced today that it will support front line workers with the money. TikTok pledges 0 million in COVID-19 aid – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe founders of VENN, a video-game television network that aspires to be MTV for the gamer generation, say they will move up their planned launch from September to July because more Americans are staying home. What’s one way to respond to mass quarantines? Start a video-game network. Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreMaggie Simpson encounters fate at the playground. The Simpsons special short drops on Disney Plus tomorrow – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe OnePlus 8 Pro is set to be revealed on April 14. OnePlus CEO teases ultrawide camera on OnePlus 8 Pro – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreBut the bigger discounts are becoming increasingly rare. The best 2020 iPad deals: The new 12.9-inch Pro is off at Amazon – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreMicrosoft is working on new Settings features to help users clean up storage and find new features. Microsoft tests these new Windows 10 features: File cleanup tips and better media controls Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreThey think their Bluetooth-based approach could be more accurate and private. The Technology 202: MIT researchers unveil effort to trace spread of the coronavirus Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreIn a quest for family fun, he bought Breath of the Wild. He found frustration instead. A 40-something dad is trying to reconnect with Zelda. It’s not going well. Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreThe Soyuz MS-16 lifts off from Site 31 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Launching the Next Crew to the Space Station Source: NASA
Read MoreMicrosoft promises better communications as Azure cracks under increased demand during the coronavirus pandemic. Microsoft: Azure delays not acknowledged for 5 hours because manager was asleep Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreWith new consoles, cloud gaming and VR just over the horizon, video games may have a greater impact on the environment than ever before. Xbox, PS5 and the climate crisis: Next-gen video games could be worse for the planet – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWith tracks and motorsports organizations shut down in the wake of COVID-19, PC-based racing simulators are the best way to get your driving fix. Here’s how to work your way up to iRacing and beyond. 5 games to ease your way into the world of PC sim racing – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreNot just Animal Crossing! Other stuff too! (But also Animal Crossing.) Video games we're playing during the coronavirus lockdown – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWe’ve been watching a lot of movies in the last few weeks… Movies we're watching during the coronavirus lockdown – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCommentary: Author J.R.R. Tolkien knew hardship and grief, yet his words still gleam with hope. During dark coronavirus times, Lord of the Rings is lifting spirits – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge The perils of fixing a hardware problem with software Continue reading… The ancient computers in the Boeing 737 Max are holding up a fix Source: New feed
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge TikTok has announced a series of relief funds and initiatives to support those fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, and to help other individuals and organizations struggling with its impact. In total, the company is pledging $375 million; including $250 million in funds, $100 million in ad credits, and $25
Read MoreImage: Wing Alphabet’s drone delivery company Wing has seen a “significant” increase in demand in recent weeks as people adhere to social distancing rules during the COVID-19 pandemic. Business Insider reports that in the last two weeks the company’s drones have made over 1,000 deliveries, while Bloomberg reports a doubling of deliveries in the US
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