The problem with VR headsets is that they still all look like VR headsets — glorified ski goggles that shut you off from the world. I’m not going to say Panasonic has solved the matter altogether with its own VR glasses at CES this year, but the project does represent something of an improvement. Basically,
Read MoreCollegeHumor Media, a comedy outfit with multiple web series and a YouTube channel with more than 13 million subscribers, is all but dead. It’s being sold off by media holding company IAC to Sam Reich, Chief Commercial Officer at CollegeHumor. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. The firm is laying off more than
Read MoreThe powerful Black Shark 2 Pro gaming phone from Xiaomi makes a rare US appearance at CES, and I got to spend a little time with it. As gaming phones gain steam, the Black Shark 2 Pro could be the best yet – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe show is coming to an end, but there’s no shortage of amazing new tech to check out. CES 2020 day 3: Watch our final day of live CES coverage – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreI’ve always loved toys that have more than meets the eye. Hidden spring-loaded projectiles. Secret passages in my LEGO sets. And of course, Transformers toys. But while many of the best toys rely on a healthy imagination, it always felt like the Transformers were a little too slow for make-believe skirmishes and adventures; the good
Read MoreIndia‘s upcoming intermediary rules — aimed at controlling and monitoring online content — have a lot of big and small tech firms worried about censorship of their platforms. But a new report suggests the legislation will only affect major social media networks, such as Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram. According to a report by Economic
Read MoreBillie Lourd pays the ultimate tribute to her mom. Carrie Fisher's daughter plays Leia in special Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker scene – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSy Mukherjee / Fortune: Komodo Health, which deploys AI on data across the medical industry to build a healthcare “map” of patient outcomes in the US, raises $50M Series C led by a16z — This is the web version of Brainstorm Health Daily, Fortune’s daily newsletter on the top health care news. Komodo Health, which
Read MoreDan Goodin / Ars Technica: Mozilla patches an actively exploited Firefox zero-day flaw that could allow attackers to take control of computers by accessing sensitive memory locations — Flaw allows attackers to access sensitive memory locations that are normally off-limits. — Mozilla has released a new version … Mozilla patches an actively exploited Firefox zero-day
Read MoreThe unusual eyewear helps researchers test if cuttlefish can perceive depth in the same way a human does. Cuttlefish watch 3D movies in peculiar new study on depth perception – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto: TiVo Last year at CES, TiVo said it would be launching apps for Roku, Apple TV, and Fire TV sometime in 2019 that would let users watch live or recorded video without needing a separate TiVo Mini box. Now, a year later, TiVo still hasn’t released an app for any of those streaming devices,
Read MoreAnd it can fly in the rain. PowerEgg X is a camera drone that's also a handheld camcorder – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLG’s booth at CES 2020 features a restaurant-scale demo, complete with robotic staff waiting on your table, creating your cappuccino and preparing your meal. Step inside this robot-run restaurant – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIsabelle Kirkwood / BetaKit: Lightspeed POS, a Montreal-based payments software company, has agreed to buy German POS systems developer Gastrofix for ~$61M in cash and ~$40M in shares — Lightspeed POS is set to acquire German POS systems developer Gastrofix. The purchase would mark Lightspeed’s largest acquisition to date … Lightspeed POS, a Montreal-based payments
Read MoreLamborghini believes Alexa could be used for everything from opening a Huracan’s trunk to changing the next-generation Aventador’s hybrid powertrain’s behavior. Here's what's next for Lamborghini's Amazon Alexa integration – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe DOT and NHTSA under Elaine Chao plan to let self-driving car developers regulate themselves. Self-driving car development is booming, but don't expect the government to regulate it – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreThe Concept One feature everyone’s talking about leaves a bit to be desired. OnePlus Concept One's 'disappearing' camera is mostly a gimmick – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJoseph Cox / VICE: In letter to senators, Ring says it has fired four employees over the last four years after it was notified about the employees’ improper access to user videos — Amazon-owned home security camera company Ring has fired employees for improperly accessing Ring users’ video data … In letter to senators, Ring
Read MorePhoto by Chris Jackson/Getty Images The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Harry and Meghan, announced on Instagram that they “intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen.” The two apparently did not consult with either the Queen
Read MorePhoto by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images Musician Claire Boucher, better known by her stage name, Grimes, appears to have run afoul of Instagram’s nudity ban in a recent post announcing her pregnancy. Grimes has since reuploaded an edited version of the photo with the caption, “Censored for insta haha — almost got away [with it].” Instagram
Read MoreKyle Wiggers / VentureBeat: Evolv, which builds unobtrusive AI-powered scanners that can detect people carrying firearms, raises $30M Series C from Jeb Bush’s Finback, Bill Gates, others — Perhaps the worst thing about air travel is having to wade through congested airport security. Evolv, which builds unobtrusive AI-powered scanners that can detect people carrying firearms,
Read MoreVerizon will release 20 5G devices this year, some below $600. Verizon is quadrupling its output of 5G devices in 2020 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIntel Project Athena verified, the premium 14-inch Chrome two-in-one is designed to be ready to work when you are. Asus' Chromebook Flip C436 is all speed, battery life and more speed – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreTombot’s animatronic dog Jennie is designed for seniors but loved by all. A snoring robot Labrador puppy stole my whole heart at CES 2020 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreFeige’s in talks with ABC to create a new show. Kevin Feige considers new Marvel TV show outside Disney Plus – CNET Source: CNet
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