The Verge People are really getting their podcast lawsuits in before the new year. Let’s get to it. The Daily Beast reports that Fox News host Laura Ingraham filed a lawsuit against Quake Media, claiming the podcast startup hasn’t paid her $800,000 contract for 2022. Investment firm VGC Partners is …
Read More »Bluesky posts are finally visible if you’re not logged in
Bluesky remains an invite-only decentralized Twitter alternative, but now, you don’t need to be logged in to be able to see posts on the platform, according to a blog post from Bluesky CEO Jay Graber. You can now see posts from both the web and from the Bluesky app — …
Read More »The Verge holiday gift guide 2023: 90 tech gifts, unique ideas, and more
Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box Don’t let the Onn’s rock-bottom pricing fool you — Walmart’s new Google TV box is an absolute steal at just $20. It may lack support for higher-end specs like Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, but the inexpensive streaming device still touts built-in casting, Google …
Read More »How a Formula E racecar was built entirely from recycled electronic waste
Have you ever wondered what happens to your old electronics when you throw them away? Do you know that they can end up in landfills, polluting the environment and wasting valuable resources? Well, one Formula E team has found a creative way to turn electronic waste (e-waste) into a racing …
Read More »Humane’s AI Pin will start shipping in March
Humane announced Friday that the AI Pin, its splashy AI-powered wearable, will start shipping in March 2024. People who placed priority orders will get their devices first, and Humane says it will ship orders based on the date of purchase, according to a post on X (formerly Twitter). While Humane …
Read More »4 best gift card stores that will make last-minute shopping a breeze
Christmas is only a few days away, and if you haven’t finished your shopping, don’t stress, we have the perfect solution for you: gift cards. They are easy, convenient and always appreciated. Plus, you can earn some extra cash while buying gift cards from these four awesome services. CLICK TO …
Read More »The Apple Watch ban is preventing repairs of many models
Not only has Apple halted online sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra Series 2 (with in-store sales to follow), but the company’s ongoing patent rift with medical device maker Masimo has another ripple effect: out-of-warranty hardware repairs for several Apple Watch models are now unavailable …
Read More »Behold! Someone is investing in a podcast company
Behold! Someone is investing in a podcast company Could it be a sign that the tide is turning? Danish podcast and audiobook subscription service Podimo announced a new funding round worth €44 million ($48.4 million). Participants in the round include previous investors Augustinus Fabrikker and HighlandX, as well as the …
Read More »Chrome’s password safety tool will now automatically run in the background
Google’s Safety Check feature for Chrome, which, among other things, checks the internet to see if any of your saved passwords have been compromised, will now “run automatically in the background” on desktop, the company said in a blog post on Thursday. The constant checks could mean that you’re alerted …
Read More »Is this helicopter that can fly itself the answer to ending chopper crashes?
Imagine a helicopter that can take off, fly and land without a human pilot. Sounds kinda crazy, right? Well, it’s not! It’s actually a reality thanks to the R550X, the world’s first full-size autonomous helicopter for civilian use. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, QUICK VIDEO …
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