Brave's new tool lets you create and share your own search rankings
If you're concerned that the usual web search engines might be biased, don't worry — Brave thinks it can help. The company has introduced a beta Goggles feature for Brave Search (itself no longer a...
View ArticlePolestar adds Apple CarPlay support to its EVs
Polestar promised Apple CarPlay support for its EVs two years ago, and it's finally delivering. As The Vergeexplains, the car brand has released an over-the-air update for the Polestar 2 that makes...
View ArticleResearchers built a low-cost camera system that recreates sound from vibrations
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a camera system that can seemingly detect sound vibrations with a level of precision that makes it possible to recreate the audio without...
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Hitting the Books: Summer reading list
More than a million new titles are published annually in the US, far more than even the most bibliophilic secret agent could get through. Even with a weekly publishing schedule, we can only bring you...
View ArticleJuul's e-cigarettes could be banned from sale in the US
The Food and Drug Administration could be set to bring the hammer down on vape pen maker Juul. The agency is preparing to order it to stop selling e-cigarettes in the US and the decision could come as...
View ArticleFacebook Pay is now Meta Pay, and hopes to be the metaverse's digital wallet
Facebook Pay is becoming Meta Pay. Mark Zuckerberg announced the rebranding on Wednesday, calling the change a “first step” toward Meta creating a digital wallet for its vision of the metaverse. In the...
View ArticleTwitter wants writers to publish longform content with 'Notes'
Twitter has finally shown off its long-rumored feature for long form writing. The company confirmed that it’s beginning to test a new “Notes” feature, which will allow writers to publish freeform...
View ArticleAcast subscribers will soon get access to exclusive podcast groups on Facebook
Your favorite podcast might soon have an official, easy-to-find forum. Meta has teamed up with podcast giant Acast to offer exclusive Facebook Groups for podcasts using Acast+ paid subscriptions. Link...
View Article'Hyenas' is a team shooter from the creators of 'Alien: Isolation'
Creative Assembly is best known for deliberately-paced games like Alien: Isolation and the Total War series, but it's about jump headlong into the multiplayer action realm. The developer is partnering...
View ArticleMontblanc leads the next wave of Wear OS 3 watches with the $1,290 Summit 3
As teased at I/O, you no longer need to get Wear OS 3 smartwatches from Samsung — though you will pay for the privilege. The Vergenotes Montblanc has introduced the Summit 3, a significant upgrade to...
View ArticleiOS 16 will let you report spam SMS messages
If you’re an iOS user, you’re likely used to tapping “Report Junk” any time you receive a spam iMessage, which sends the information directly to Apple. MacRumorsreported that junk SMS messages will...
View ArticleAmazon's new pitch: let Alexa speak as your relatives from beyond the grave
At Amazon’s Re:Mars conference, Alexa’s senior vice-president Rohit Prasad exhibited a startling new voice assistant capability: the supposed ability to mimic voices. So far, there's no timeline...
View ArticleeBay purchases NFT art marketplace KnownOrigin
eBay truly has fully embraced non-fungible tokens: The e-commerce company has acquired KnownOrigin, an established marketplace for digital art NFTs. As CoinDesk notes, eBay hasn't disclosed how much it...
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Samsung debuts its smallest 200-megapixel smartphone sensor yet
Samsung Electronics has unveiled the ISOCELL HP3, its latest 200-megapixel camera sensor that will assist manufacturers in keeping their premium smartphones slim. Despite featuring some of the smallest...
View ArticleTikTok's big-screen app lands on Vizio TVs
TikTok users now have another way to catch up on their For You page. The app is available on Vizio smart TVs starting today and you'll be able to watch TikTok TV content directly from the home...
View ArticleThe Polestar 5 will offer an 884 hp electric powertrain when it launches in 2024
The Polestar 5 is making its first public appearance at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed in West Sussex, England. A prototype of the upcoming four-door electric GT sports car will drive up the...
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The Morning After: The FDA could ban Juul’s e-cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration is preparing to stop Juul from selling e-cigarette products in the US, and the decision could come soon, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.Along with...
View ArticleInstagram is testing an AI face-scanning tool that can verify your age
Instagram is testing new age verification methods including asking followers to vouch for your age and even using AI that can estimate your age via a video selfie. It's part of a push to ensure users...
View ArticleSpotify's Live Event Feed makes it easier to find out when your favorite...
Spotify has expanded its old Concert Hub and added more features to make it easier to find information and tickets for live events in your location. The streaming service sources listings for the hub,...
View ArticleApple's Mac Mini M1 drops back down to $570
If you're looking to upgrade to a speedy, compact desktop, Apple's Mac Mini M1 is a good option. The machine is back on sale at Amazon right now for $570 thanks to a coupon that knocks $99 off its...
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