For the past few years, Google and Amazon have tussled to get the most attention for their respective digital assistants at CES. But while Amazon mainly focuses on partner announcements, Google aims for consumer attention with new Google Assistant features (plus a gigantic, ostentatious building outside the convention center). This year is no different, and
Read MorePhoto by Mark Brown/Getty Images Former Super Bowl champion Jay Ajayi is moving into a very different kind of football. Today, MLS team Philadelphia Union announced that it signed Ajayi to represent the club as a professional FIFA player. “Philadelphia will always hold a special place in my heart,” Ajayi said in a statement. “I
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Google is “previewing” a new feature here at CES for the Google Assistant on Android phones that turns it into a supercharged screen reader. When you say “Hey Google, read this,” it will find the main text on whatever webpage or article you’re looking at and read it
Read MoreSamsung’s CES 2020 press conference on Monday featured robots, exoskeletons, AI, augmented reality, smart cities, and basically every other technology category you could think of. The star of the show was Ballie, a robotic sphere with a passing resemblance to a volleyball. It’s fused with Samsung’s artificial intelligence tech, meaning it can identify people, stream
Read MoreThe systems-on-a-chip (SoC) will enable residential routers and other devices to take advantage of the 6 GHz band if regulators open it up for Wi-Fi. Broadcom jumps in with Wi-Fi 6E chipsets for better, more capable routers – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Deals at this point in the year can be slow, but right now, that isn’t the case. There are some unusually good deals today, with Apple’s AirPods returning to the prices they were during Black Friday, and a TCL smart TV that’s even cheaper than it was
Read MoreT-Mobile continues to do its ‘Un-carrier’ thing, as it waits for a federal judge to decide the fate of its $26 billion merger with Sprint. T-Mobile racks up cellphone customers as it awaits merger outcome – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreNew York Times: Sonos sues Google, seeking financial damages and a ban on the sale of Google’s speakers, smartphones, and laptops in US for allegedly infringing on five patents — The maker of home speakers said Google and Amazon stole its technology and abused their power, but it could only risk suing one. Sonos sues
Read MoreIf you want to add a new habit to your day-to-day life, it’s worth taking the time to reflect on how you picked up your current habits—and whether you can use the same skills to incorporate another habit or behavior into your routine. Read more… To Build a New Habit, Look to the Past Source:
Read MoreAt CES, Delta’s CEO talks about exoskeletons for freight loaders and other workers. Also on tap: airport displays tailored to individual passengers. Delta Air Lines sees a future in robotics – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe social network doesn’t feature privacy tools for other apps it owns like Instagram and WhatsApp. At CES, Facebook's privacy booth ignores a significant chunk of the company – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreOn Gaming Twitter, Japan dominates the conversation, as the company’s metrics show the continued importance of the country’s influence on gaming culture. Twitter’s most popular game is a Japanese mobile RPG that keeps beating Fortnite Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreSeven years after the release of Act I, Kentucky Route Zero’s long-awaited Act V will close out this weird and wonderful American roadtrip. Kentucky Route Zero debuted seven years ago. The final chapter will release this month. Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreI always pop corn the same way. I’ll add a lot of oil to the pot, sprinkle in three (3) test kernels and heat them over medium-high heat. Once those test kernels have popped then—and only then—would I dump in the remaining popcorn. It turns out those test kernels were completely unnecessary. Read more… You
Read MoreJames Vincent / The Verge: White House issues 10 principles for US agencies to consider when making rules for the use of AI in the private sector but says they should avoid “overreach” — Federal agencies should avoid ‘overreach,’ says the White House — While experts worry about AI technologies … White House issues 10
Read MoreTOI 700 d is the first Earth-size habitable-zone planet discovered by TESS, NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite. TESS Finds First Earth-Size Planet in the Habitable Zone Source: NASA
Read MoreIf you’re on the lookout for an especially good deal on airfares, now might be the time to book your next flight out of town. Right now, JetBlue and Southwest are having major sales. For as little as $44, you can fly on a one-way ticket via JetBlue from Newark to Fort Lauderdale. And for
Read MoreCamping and Hiking Sale | REI Read more… Gear Up For Your Next Camping Trip With Up to 50% Off During REI's Gear Sale Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIvanka Trump may face an icy reception during her CES keynote as some critics say there are women with more technical experience who are better qualified to speak at the annual technology conference. Ivanka Trump’s CES keynote address sparks backlash Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreIf you’re reading this, you probably know how to upgrade one version of Windows to another. Even though it’s an easy process, it’s still tedious and boring to watch Windows download and install, and then you have to spend more time moving through screens and tweaking settings. Meh. Read more… Quickly Upgrade Windows 7 to
Read MoreElectric scooter company Unagi has a powerful new model to show off. The California-based startup has upgraded its flagship scooter with dual motors, enabling better torque and higher speed without sacrificing portability. And for the first time, customers can choose to customize their scooter with almost any combination of colors or patterns they can imagine.
Read MoreJanuary is a wonderful time at the gym. So many new friends! Maybe one of them will end up being your longtime workout buddy. Maybe you can encourage and inspire somebody who’s just getting started. What? No, I’m not being sarcastic. Read more… How to Welcome the New People at the Gym Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe iPhone maker has battled previously with the FBI over unlocking devices. FBI asks Apple to help unlock iPhones of suspected Navy base shooter, report says – CNET Source: CNet
Read MorePhoto by Yasin Ozturk/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images While experts worry about AI technologies like intrusive surveillance and autonomous weaponry, the US government is advocating a hands-off approach to AI’s regulation. The White House today unveiled 10 principles that federal agencies should consider when devising laws and rules for the use of artificial intelligence in the private
Read MoreThe ridiculously specced gaming phone makes a rare US appearance at CES and we got to spend a little time with it. Forget the Asus ROG Phone 2, the Black Shark 2 Pro game phone wants all your PUBG – CNET Source: CNet
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