Chinese state media outlet The Global Times published a story headlined “Tesla’s new discount policy in Beijing draws concerns over legality on Chinese social media.” The concerns are about license plates. “On the edge of the law” Tesla posted on Weibo that customers would get zero percent financing and a license plate rental service if
Read MoreTodd Spangler / Variety: Barack and Michelle Obama’s company, Higher Ground Productions, strikes a multiyear deal with Spotify to produce exclusive podcasts for the platform — NY Digital Editor @https://twitter.com/xpangler FOLLOW — YouTube Says It’s Reviewing Harassment Policies, After It Condoned Sustained Attacks on Gay Latino Journalist Barack and Michelle Obama's company, Higher Ground Productions,
Read MoreGoogle today revealed more information about Stadia, its ambitious gaming service, in a special Connect show. We learned that Google was tossing away their one single advantage — namely, that you’re going to have to purchase a $129 not-console in order to play it at launch. The first details we learned was the launch library
Read More{$inline_image}Google today revealed more information about Stadia, its ambitious gaming service, in a special Connect show. We learned that Google was tossing away their one single advantage — namely, that you’re going to have to purchase a $129 not-console in order to play it at launch. The first details we learned was the launch library
Read MoreEverything you need to know about the new software Apple will deliver to your iPhone this fall. iOS 13 for iPhone: Dark mode, new camera tricks, swipe keyboard – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreJosh Constine / TechCrunch: Sources: Facebook to release a white paper explaining its cryptocurrency’s basics on June 18, ahead of a formal launch in 2020 — Facebook is finally ready to reveal details about its cryptocurrency codenamed Libra. It’s currently scheduled for a June 18th release of a white paper explaining … Sources: Facebook to
Read MoreNew additions! Score Dad some great stuff without spending a fortune. The Cheapskate's best Father's Day 2019 gift ideas – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe latest and greatest version of Google Chrome makes changes that most people won’t likely notice, such as tweaks to how the browser loads pages and images. One feature that most folks will notice, however, is the images that pop up when you make searches in Chrome’s address bar, or “Omnibox.” Read more… How To
Read MoreTwitter account that makes Reeves’ entrance in the Netflix movie a meme proves once again he can do no wrong. Watch Keanu Reeves' slow-mo Always Be My Maybe walk work to any song – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreKyle Wiggers / VentureBeat: Gatik, which is developing an autonomous vehicle stack for B2B short-haul logistics, emerges from stealth with a $4.5M seed round, announces Walmart partnership — Gatik, a two-year-old startup developing an autonomous vehicle stack for business-to-business short-haul logistics … Gatik, which is developing an autonomous vehicle stack for B2B short-haul logistics, emerges
Read MoreGame studio Bungie has decided to get ahead of the E3 news cycle with the announcement of the second major Destiny 2 expansion, and its first ever without publishing partner Activision. The expansion is called Shadowkeep, in line with a data mined leak revealed on Tuesday, and will bring players back to the Moon, a
Read MoreBarack Obama and Michelle Obama have signed a multiyear deal to produce podcasts exclusively for Spotify, through their media company Higher Ground Productions. The announcement is light on details, but heavy on aphorisms, saying the move continues the Obamas’ mission to “create compelling content that entertains and inspires viewers.” The announcement comes just a few
Read MoreThe Mac and MacOS are not going to die, but for the balance of its customers, Apple has very clearly has chosen its successor. Forget MacOS: The iPad is now Apple's mobile computing future Source: ZDNet Microsoft
Read MoreOkay, we’ve just left May and stepped into June, why are we talking about Arduino Day — traditionally a March 16th event where makers congregate and share projects? I live in Ho Chi Minh City, and the event tends to take place in mid-May, but the enthusiasm and collaborative spirit are just as strong. Organized
Read MoreYou’re ready to move on, and it’s time to break the news to the boss. What’s the proper protocol for going out on the right note? Read more… How to Quit Your Job Source: Life Hacker
Read MoreDel Harvey / Twitter: Twitter simplifies the language for its rules and reorganizes them into three high-level categories: safety, privacy, and authenticity — Our rules exist to help keep everyone using Twitter safe and ensure they can participate freely in the public conversation. Twitter simplifies the language for its rules and reorganizes them into three
Read MoreNew York Times: Experts say US election laws, which prohibit companies from providing services at a discount, are hampering cyber security work, a weakness for 2020 campaigns — One year out from the 2020 elections, presidential candidates face legal roadblocks to acquiring the tools and assistance necessary … Experts say US election laws, which prohibit
Read MorePlanning a solo trip this summer? Before you go it alone, do your homework and research all you can for your own safety. Recently, and just in time for the busy summer travel season, the U.S. State Department updated a number of its travel advisories on its website. Read more… Check the State Department's Travel
Read MorePIN codes, individual letters and whole words can be recovered with the right app, researchers say. Listen for the log-in: Hackers may glean your password by listening to how you type on your phone Source: Washington Post Tech
Read More“Draugen” is a single-player, first-person Fjord Noir mystery set in 1920s Norway. Trailer: 'Draugen' Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreRobots are changing the way Amazon handles its warehouse operations. Amazon chief executive Jeff Bezos owns The Washington Post. Video shows Amazon robots working alongside humans Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreEven though abortion is still technically legal in all 50 states, that doesn’t mean the clinics are accessible and affordable for everyone. The cost of the procedure itself is one thing—and in some cases, may be covered by your insurance—but even if you’re fortunate enough to have this coverage, there still may be… Read more…
Read MoreXiaomi’s assault on the European smartphone market continues. Today, it announced the UK launch of its compact Mi 9 SE flagship, which will retail starting at £349 (roughly $440) for the entry-level model. This device bears many similarities with the previously released Mi 9 handset, albeit with a drastically modified form factor. It sits in
Read MoreA modest program at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa is doing its part to boost the numbers of women who study for and enter STEM fields. U Hawaii Mentoring Program Aims to Boost Women in STEM Fields Source: Campus Technology
Read MoreA simple robot that performs line-following or obstacle avoidance can fit all of its logic inside a single Arduino sketch. But as a robot’s autonomy increases, its corresponding software gets complicated very quickly. It won’t be long before diagnostic monitoring and logging comes in handy, or the desire to encapsulate feature areas and orchestrate how
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