As health authorities scramble to get the coronavirus pandemic under control, one device has become a symbol of hope and fear. Coronavirus ventilators: Why one machine is pivotal in the battle against COVID-19 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePlus: In the US, 5,600 people have died among the 230,000 infected, while worldwide, it’s 51,000 dead and 1 million infected. Coronavirus updates: New US jobless claims top 6.6 million, global coronavirus cases hit 1 million – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSocial distancing works, but not enough people are doing it in some places, says Deborah Birx, a doctor advising the administration during the COVID-19 pandemic. White House warns Americans aren't doing enough to flatten the coronavirus curve in some states – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreDevin Coldewey / TechCrunch: FCC approves $200M COVID-19 Telehealth Program to help cover the cost of new telehealth services and devices with up to $1M in funding for medical providers — The FCC has developed and approved a $200 million program to fund telehealth services and devices for medical providers, just a week or so
Read MoreImage: Epic Games Fortnite creator Epic has revealed a new mobile game developed in collaboration with J.J. Abrams’ game development company Bad Robot Games, a spinoff of his production studio Bad Robot that was formed back in 2018 with funding from Epic investor Tencent. Abrams previously collaborated with Epic to debut a trailer of Star
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge An automated tool developed by security researchers is able to find around 100 Zoom meeting IDs in an hour and information for nearly 2,400 Zoom meetings in a single day of scans, according to a new report from security expert Brian Krebs. Security professional Trent Lo and members
Read More{$inline_image} Zac Hall / 9to5Mac: Source: Apple’s new entry level iPhone will be called iPhone SE, available in white, black, and red, with 64GB, 128GB, or 256GB storage options — 9to5Mac has learned new information about Apple’s long-rumored, entry-level iPhone model, including the marketing name, product colors … Source: Apple's new entry level iPhone will
Read MoreAmazon’s top legal executive suggests the company’s senior leaders target a fired warehouse worker’s intellect as a way to deflect criticism of its record. Top Amazon executive sought to divert focus to fired worker amid workplace safety criticism, email shows Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreCompeting statements from two top Amazon leaders point to struggles running the retail giant during the coronavirus crisis. Amazon's leaders send mixed messages on worker strikes – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreFind out how to escape a vault using a secret passage. Fortnite Chapter 2 season 2 challenges and where to find Skye's coastal campsites – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSave 30% on this arcade-size, 95-inch-long table with authentic lights, scoring and ball return. Put an arcade-style skeeball game in your basement for 0 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe forthcoming electric vehicles will be sold under the Honda brand, but use GM’s Ultium batteries and Super Cruise driver assistance tech. GM and Honda co-developing 2 new EVs – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images After it initially made restaurants participating in a discount program foot the bill, Grubhub on Thursday said it would be changing the program to cover the discount — for up to 25 orders per restaurant. Grubhub’s Supper for Support promotion offers diners $10 off an order of $30 or more
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge SoundCloud has introduced a new donation button artists can add to their profile to help offset the financial repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initiative provides an additional way for fans to directly support acts on SoundCloud as live concerts and festivals are indefinitely postponed in many
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge After firing Chris Smalls, who helped organize a warehouse worker strike at Amazon’s Staten Island, New York facility over novel coronavirus safety, Amazon executives publicly attacked him on Twitter. Now we might know why. Leaked meeting notes obtained by Vice News lay out a plan for executives to
Read MoreImage: Facebook Facebook Messenger finally has its own desktop app, making it easier to message and video chat with friends and family from your computer. The app, which is now available on the Microsoft Store and Mac App Store, lets you message friends and start video calls, just like on the mobile and web versions.
Read MoreReady to settle in for another night at home? Read more… What to Watch Tonight, April 2, 2020 Source: Life Hacker
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge If you’ve used Android for quite some time, it’s likely you’ve mistakenly swiped away a notification or two for one reason or another. Maybe you’re swiping in a hurry, or you accidentally cleared everything in the notification drawer without meaning to, or maybe you just wonder where
Read MoreSteve Fecht for Genreal Motors General Motors and Honda are joining forces to develop two new electric vehicles, the companies announced on Thursday. They’ll have Honda nameplates but will be built using GM’s newly announced flexible EV platform with its Ultium-branded improved battery packs. Honda will design the exteriors and interiors of the new EVs,
Read MoreHBO is making a number of its original series and popular movies available for free beginning April 3rd to non-subscribers, including The Wire, Detective Pikachu, and The Sopranos. The move is being described by Variety as a “good will gesture” by WarnerMedia; an effort from the conglomerate to provide entertainment to people stuck at home
Read MoreOne unfortunate consequence of our ongoing quarantine is the end of in-person Girl Scout cookie sales. You won’t find Girl Scouts going door-to-door in your neighborhood, selling at your office, or sitting outside your local grocery store. Read more… You Can Still Order Girl Scout Cookies Online Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIf you’re not a black coffee drinker, you might be struggling just a little right now, especially if you’re not a fan of non-dairy powdered creamer. After all, not only are you stuck at home, but you could be stuck at home with another person, and that person might be using all the half &
Read MoreAs COVID-19 forces schools, offices, and social groups to move their daily operations online, video calling service Zoom has become the new centerpiece of many people’s daily life. But the increased use has brought heightened scrutiny to the company’s data practices. Every day, it seems, new vulnerabilities in the platform are coming to light. Today
Read MoreYou can watch some movies and shows without a subscription for a limited time, starting April 3. HBO to stream 500 hours of programming for free, including The Sopranos, Veep – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCloudflare has launched a new version of its free DNS (Domain Name System) service called Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 for Families that blocks adult content and malware before your browser ever has a chance to load it. It’s one more tool in your security stash that’s worth considering if you want to stay extra-safe (or find… Read
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