Wednesday, December 4 is National Cookie Day, and companies are handing out free cookies to the public, which sounds like something a boomer says on Facebook. The following chains are offering free cookies with no purchase necessary. Read more… Where to Get Free Cookies on National Cookie Day 2019 Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreHot off the success of Baby Yoda, Disney has ordered a new Star Wars show for its Disney+ streaming service, but this one seemingly shares more in common with American Ninja Warrior than The Mandalorian. Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge is described by Disney as a test of “strength, knowledge, and bravery” as contestants face
Read More{$inline_image} Qualcomm has officially announced its next-generation flagship processor for phones — the Snapdragon 865 — but it’ll still need a separate 5G modem to enable 5G instead of an integrated 5G modem built right into the chipset. Announced alongside the 865 is Qualcomm’s other new processor, the Snapdragon 765, which will feature integrated 5G.
Read MoreThose of us who respect and appreciate proper apostrophe usage awoke yesterday to some upsetting news: John Richards, one of the most ardent defenders of the correct use of the apostrophe, is giving up. He posted his reasons for this decision on the website of the Apostrophe Protection Society, an organization he… Read more… Continue
Read MoreAs expected, Cyber Monday became the biggest US e-commerce sales day in US history, reaching $9.4 billion. Shopping on phones powers higher, boosting Cyber Monday to new records – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Lyrics website Genius is suing Google, saying the company continues to knowingly copy its song lyrics and use them in search results. Genius also alleges that Google’s practices are anticompetitive, and it’s asking for more than $400 million in damages from Google and a partner. Google displays song
Read MoreIf you’ve missed out on any good Cyber Monday deals, don’t worry. Some of the best offers are still active through Tuesday—this includes several deals by airlines, during what’s referred to as “Travel Tuesday.” Read more… Find 'Travel Tuesday' Airfare Deals as Low as Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreAnd other kitchen deals you won’t want to miss. A solid cold brew maker still 40% off during Wayfair's Cyber Monday sale (update) – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThey allege the search giant terminated them for engaging in labor organizing. Fired Google employees plan to file labor complaints with government – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreApple posted its roundup of the best iOS and iPadOS apps and games for 2019, which gives us a look into the trends that drove the year’s best apps. It’s a good read if you have the time, as it reveals some surprising figures—Mario Kart Tour was the most-downloaded game on the App Store, for
Read MorePhoto By Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call Should private citizens be able to sue companies like Facebook or Twitter for misusing their data? That’s the question Republicans and Democrats have been ensnared in for months, as they work to craft a new data privacy law. But talks have stalled in recent weeks, and rather than putting
Read MoreThe International Space Station will have to wait a couple of extra days before meeting Boeing’s Starliner for the first time. NASA nudges back Boeing Starliner test flight to ISS – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIt’s Giving Tuesday! That day we all celebrate charity, rather than this weekend’s shopping gluttony, by donating money to groups and organizations that align with our worldviews. It’s also a day where you can make your money go further than usual, netting the organizations you support the maximum amount of cash. Read more… How to
Read MoreYouTube claims that U.S. viewers watched a lot fewer conspiracy videos, but the company left out lots of detail in its own data. YouTube says viewers are spending less time watching conspiracy videos. But many still do. Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreSean Gallup/Getty Images After making changes to its recommendation algorithm in an effort to reduce the spread of “borderline” content — videos that toe the line between what’s acceptable and what violates YouTube’s terms of service — YouTube has seen a 70 percent decrease in watch time on those types of videos by non-subscribers. More
Read MoreThe holidays demand a certain amount of excess, both in terms of sugar and alcohol. To some people, this means something foul like an eggnog Jell-O shot, but we are not some people. Instead, I like to combine a mixture of crushed cookies, pulverized nuts, and any liquor I damn well please to make a
Read MorePhoto by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Google is finally acknowledging that photos nowadays are as much about communication as they are form of memory collection. For years, the only way to share photos through the company’s otherwise fantastic Google Photos service has been to create a cumbersome shared album. But starting today, Google is
Read MoreIllustration by Alex Castro / The Verge, Photography by Richard Parry On December 3rd, 1994, Sony entered the video game industry — and it hasn’t been the same since. Twenty-five years ago, the original PlayStation ushered in the era of 3D gaming on a home console. Over that period, the company has consistently changed things
Read MoreWhether people are shopping at Forever 21 or perusing a street fair in their cool neighborhood, chances are, there’s one symbol attached to a hoodie lying around both places: the PlayStation logo. Released in Japan in 1994, Sony’s PlayStation revolutionized gaming. But the brand also had an outsized impact on culture at large. Its logo,
Read MoreWe found a bunch of discounts that are still 100% intact from Black Friday. Best Buy Cyber Monday 2019: These deals are still available – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWith Midnight in Salem, the feminist icon is back and ready to teach a new generation all kinds of amazing skills. The first Nancy Drew game in 5 years will transform us all over again – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe award arrives on the original PlayStation’s 25th anniversary. Sony PlayStation gets Guinness World Record for best-selling console brand – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreYou can still get discounts on Amazon devices, wireless speakers and even the Nintendo Switch. The best Cyber Monday 2019 deals still available at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more (Tuesday update) – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe campaign seeks to weaponize U.S.-British trade documents. The Technology 202: Researchers uncover Russian-style information operation ahead of U.K. elections Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreRussia has passed new legislation that will require manufacturers of smartphones, computers, and smart TVs to pre-install Russian-made software on their devices. The bill was approved earlier this year by the lower house of the Russian parliament, and officially signed into law on Monday by President Vladimir Putin, reports Reuters. Legislators claim that the law,
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