A new study found that tap water contaminants may cause 100,000 cases of cancer in the US every year. While the numbers may be right (it’s hard to be sure), that doesn’t mean you should worry too much about your tap water. Read more… There Are Carcinogens in Tap Water, But Don't Freak Out Too
Read MoreUser1st has introduced a free plugin for Google Chrome helps users identify web content that isn’t accessible. The uTester Developer Plugin specifically highlights content that doesn’t comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. Free Chrome Plugin Checks Web Content Accessibility Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreFinSMEs: Skout Cybersecurity, a NYC-based cloud-native cybersecurity provider for SMBs, raises $25M Series B — Skout Cybersecurity, a NYC-based cloud-native cybersecurity provider for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), delivered by managed services providers (MSPs), raised $25M in a Series B funding. Skout Cybersecurity, a NYC-based cloud-native cybersecurity provider for SMBs, raises M Series B (FinSMEs)
Read MoreA small study out of the University of Texas, El Paso recently explored whether social communications can help boost the outcomes of students in particularly challenging STEM courses. The bottom line: There was a link between heavy usage of social software and better grades. Social Communications May Boost STEM Success Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreEarlier this year, Christini Tosi changed the name of “Crack Pie” to “Milk Bar Pie,” explaining that the name “fell short” of Milk Bar’s mission “to spread joy and inspire celebration.” It wasn’t exactly an apology, and it wasn’t clear if Tosi really understood why the name was a problem in the first place, but
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge An updated version of Microsoft’s Surface Pen, which is expected to be announced at the company’s annual fall hardware event on October 2nd, may come with wireless charging. An FCC filing for the stylus refers to a “charging coil,” pointing to the possibility that the pen will
Read MoreZack Whittaker / TechCrunch: A look at the new privacy features in iOS 13, including reminders about app location track, one-time location sharing, and removing metadata from images — It’s finally here. — Apple’s new iOS 13, the thirteenth major iteration of its popular iPhone software, is out to download. A look at the new
Read MoreIt’s often said that “getting there is half the fun”, and we think that can be just as true when building hardware as it is during the roadtrip to your favorite hacker con. Many of us enjoy the process of planning, designing, and building a new gadget as much as playing with it when it’s
Read MoreSteam was this week hit with a ruling from a French court that penalizes the site for banning the resale of digital games. This could potentially mean Valve’s platform — and others like it — will have to allow uses to sell their game codes. So, assuming that happens, what would it mean for gamers?
Read MoreSome Microsoft users are reporting they are seeing their Office 365 subscriptions and products being quietly rebranded as ‘Microsoft 365.’ Could a potential branding change be coming? Is Microsoft getting closer to launching its expected Microsoft 365 Consumer subscription? Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreWing, the drone delivery service that’s an offshoot of Google parent company Alphabet, will launch its first pilot service in Virginia starting in October 2019. The company is teaming up with FedEx, Walgreens, and gift purveyor Sugar Magnolia to deliver health care products, food, and more to residents of the town of Christiansburg in southwest
Read MoreMaking a public statement about a stock market debut in a particular year is unusual among technology start-ups, which typically keep their plans secret. Airbnb Says It Plans to Go Public in 2020 Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreGreg Kumparak / TechCrunch: Alphabet’s Wing says it will test drone delivery in Christiansburg, Virginia with Walgreens, FedEx, and local retailer Sugar Magnolia — Wing, the drone delivery company that started its life within the Google X lab before spinning out into its own thing under the Alphabet umbrella, is prepping for takeoff. Alphabet's Wing
Read MoreFriends is turning 25. To celebrate, Google added a ton of Easter Eggs to search centered around the show’s main characters. Read more… How to Find All of Google's 'Friends' Easter Eggs for the Show's 25th Anniversary Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreThe Verge: Huawei announces Watch GT 2, available in two sizes, running its LiteOS with Kirin A1 chipset and claimed two week battery life, shipping in October for €229 — No release date or pricing just yet — Huawei is back with another smartwatch that’s focused on fitness. Huawei announces Watch GT 2, available in
Read MoreThanks to the upcoming release of iPadOS, the iPad is one step closer to becoming a viable laptop replacement for most people. Read more… The iPad Can Finally Replace a Laptop for Most People Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreIf you’ve got an Apple Card, you can already get 3 percent cash back buying products and software from Apple as well as for purchases at Walgreens, Uber, and Uber Eats. Starting Friday, you’ll also be able to get 3 percent cash back for Apple Card purchases at T-Mobile stores, just in time for tomorrow’s
Read MoreMore than three-fourths of those sickened are male, health officials said, and half are under 25. Some of the illnesses are so severe that the C.D.C. says it expects more deaths. Vaping Illnesses Increase to 530 Probable Cases Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreWith all the big corporate data breaches that have been discovered over the past few years, you might have forgotten about the one at Yahoo that exposed 500 million account passwords in 2016. Read more… How to File a Claim for The Yahoo Breach Settlement Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreHappy iOS 13 release day! Now that the update is live, resist the urge to tap your way through to the big iOS update. There are a few things you can do before you start installing it—really, things worth doing at least once a year, and iOS update time is the perfect reminder to do
Read MoreI’ve taken a few CPR classes, and I admit I walked away with the mistaken impression that a person who needs CPR will be unresponsive and not breathing at all. But a common symptom of cardiac arrest is agonal breathing, which can look like the person is gasping or snoring. Read more… Someone Can Be
Read MoreSeneca College is utilizing the latest generation of Aruba’s WiFi access points to boost its network capabilities to handle more devices and boost connectivity speeds. Seneca College Transitioning to WiFi 6 Source: Campus Technology
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge iOS 13.0 has just arrived, but Apple is already bumping up the release date for its first big update: both iOS 13.1 and iPadOS will now be released on September 24th instead of the originally announced September 30th release date. The company confirmed these revised dates to
Read MoreApple’s flagship “cube” is once again open for business. Apple re-opens flashy, redesigned Fifth Avenue NYC store – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreNissan promises the new pickup truck will be “hot.” 2020 Nissan Titan to bow at Texas State Fair with redesigned looks – Roadshow Source: CNet
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