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Updated 2024-11-25 20:02
Some of Our Favorite Affordable Ebikes Are on Sale
The electric bike that everyone I know has purchased is now a couple hundred dollars off.
What Can Be Done About the Global Housing Crisis? Plenty
The lack of homes in major cities is endemic, but solutions exist—providing countries can muster the political capital.
Drones Have Transformed Blood Delivery in Rwanda
The autonomous aircraft have shuttled blood to rural, mountainous areas for years. A new analysis proves they’re faster than driving.
Netflix Struggles to Hold Its Place in the Streaming Wars
Subscriber fatigue, unwelcome price hikes, and competition from the likes of Disney+ and HBO Max have rattled Netflix. What’s next?
Netflix Can Cut Off Moochers Without a Password-Sharing Crackdown
There's a simple way to limit Netflix freeloaders—give users the ability to easily boot unknown devices linked to their accounts.
The BMW i7 EV Has a Fold-Down Movie Screen
This full-electric flagship can go 388 miles on a charge, hit 62 mph in 4.7 seconds, and has a 31-inch 8K ultra-wide TV that unfolds from the cabin roof.
9 Great Deals From Patagonia's Outdoor Gear Sale
Stock up on winter coats for next season or replenish your summer closet with these discounts.
I Don’t Understand Anything Anymore
The sense of overwhelming muchness is chaotic and confusing. That’s all right by me.
Bugsnax Raises the Question: Do All Games Need to Be Replayable?
Some redos end up turning into a grind. With The Isle of Bigsnax DLC, the oft-overlooked title aims for a more delightful second turn.
Humanity Is Vibe-Checking Itself to Death
Social media's economy of vibes is an engine that sustains the culture war and increasingly real-world attacks on trans and queer people.
A TikTok Army Is Coming for Union Busters
Online activists Gen-Z for Change targeted Starbucks and Kroger for anti-union firings. Now they plan to take aim at Amazon.
The Risk of Relying on Smart-Home Companies
The connected-lighting company Insteon went dark without warning its users, throwing into question the concept of handing your house’s controls to an IoT firm.
You Should Always Question the Default Settings
From apps to websites, companies steer users into the preferences and account settings that serve them. You can do better.
It Was a Good Month for Fighting Cybercrime—Don't Get Comfortable
Even as police and tech companies get better at shutting down illegal operations, cybercrime is worse than ever.
Scientists Want to Probe Uranus With a New Spacecraft
In an influential report that comes out once a decade, researchers propose a space mission to Uranus and a lander to Saturn’s moon, Enceladus.
We’re All Going to the World’s Fair Is a Meditative Creepypasta
Horror and boredom mingle in director Jane Schoenbrun’s new film about a girl obsessed with an online role-playing game.
The Energy Crisis Is Pushing Solar Adoption—for Those Who Can Pay
Rooftop solar panels are gaining popularity as the UK faces higher energy prices. But lower-income people are being left behind once again.
The Fake Federal Agents Case Baffling US Intelligence Experts
Guns. Luxury apartments. Duped Secret Service personnel. Did the FBI uncover a foreign plot, or something more ridiculous?
Southern Gothic Mystery Norco Is a Masterful Meditation on Place
Inspired by the rich traditions of the lead developer’s Louisiana hometown, this indie adventure game is a soaring ride through the 21st century.
The End of Astronauts—and the Rise of Robots
Human space travel has captured the global imagination, but robots may be a better, cheaper, and safer option.
Breville's New Multicooker Delivers Consistent, Tasty Results
The kitchen tech giant's new multicooker entry is a solid update on the original.
The Activist Legacy of the IBM Black Workers Alliance
As a tech worker turned tech organizer, I believed the current wave of activism was the first. Then I realized I was part of an important lineage.
Battle Kitty Stretches the Limits of Netflix’s Interactive Tech
The animated kids series plays like a video game—and demonstrates the potential of interactive shows.
Hospital Robots Are Helping Combat a Wave of Nurse Burnout
Moxi and other delivery-focused assistants have become even more critical as the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed health care workers to their limits.
The Surprising Climate Cost of the Humblest Battery Material
Graphite is made in blazing-hot furnaces powered by dirty energy. Until recently, there has been no good tally of the carbon emissions.
The End of Alcohol
Glamorous influencers are blending science and superstition to help people “change their relationship to drinking.” Did I miss out by getting sober the old-fashioned way?
NASA Will Roll Back Its SLS Rocket for Repairs
After three attempts to run through a test of the Space Launch System, engineers spotted a leak and a faulty valve. The fixes may delay the first Artemis moon mission.
The Playdate Packs Hours of Gaming Fun in Your Pocket
The creative yet challenging games in this handheld console will help you pass the time—if you can get your hands on one.
How to Use Tech to Support Loved Ones in Tough Times
Whether you have a sick friend or a grieving colleague, here's how to give the people in your life an extra hand when they need it.
Crypto Is Poised to Reshape Taxes—and Cities
Tokens like CityCoins could turn taxes into another investment vehicle, for better or worse.
The Artful, Subdued Translations of Modern Pop
Young artists like Latto, Vince Staples, and Doechii are subtly persuading listeners to rethink the way music genres can be interpreted.
A Brutal Wave of Bird Flu Spotlights the Need for a Poultry Vaccine
More than 27 million birds have died or been slaughtered, and wild birds are dying too. Without a shot, farmers have to rely on vigilance and culling their flocks.
Beginner Golfers Should Give These Inexpensive Clubs a Swing
Even if you're an intermediate golfer, Stix clubs might be your best fit. They’re a good value, they look sharp, and they can improve your distance.
For mRNA, Covid Vaccines Are Just the Beginning
With clinical vaccine trials for everything from HIV to Zika, messenger RNA could transform medicine—or widen health care inequalities.
The Future of the Web Is Marketing Copy Generated by Algorithms
The killer app for GPT-3 could help marketers lure clicks and game Google rankings.
11 PC Games You Can Play Forever
There's always something new to play, but these are our favorites when you're seeking something tried and true.
A Newly Measured Particle Could Break Known Physics
A new analysis of W bosons suggests these particles are significantly heavier than predicted by the standard model of particle physics.
How to Limit Who Can Contact You on Instagram
It’s your account—you decide who’s allowed to see your vacation photos or slide into your DMs.
How to Give macOS Quick Look New Powers
This simple utility is one of the Mac's best tools. Here's how to use it to preview code, peek into archives, and more.
North Korea's Lazarus Group Was Behind $540 Million Ronin Theft
Plus: Spyware maker NSO Group deemed “valueless,” T-Mobile fails to buy its stolen data, and malware spreads on Telegram.
Meta’s Augmented Reality Glasses Are Still Years Away
Plus: Apple faces MacBook delays, Peloton switches gears, and Sonos acquires another speaker company.
To Resurrect Jordan’s Lost Forests, People Plant Tiny Urban Ones
Environmentalists see small reforestation pilot sites around the capital of Amman as a first step to a greener future.
You—Yes, You!—Would Be a Better Owner for Twitter Than Elon Musk
The platform’s essential infrastructure should be controlled by a user-owned democracy.
How to Change Your Browser in Windows 11 (Hint: It’s Not Easy)
Want to switch to Chrome or Firefox? Not so fast, my friend.
14 Great Deals on TVs, Audio Gear, and Smartwatches
Treat your eyeballs and eardrums with this weekend's discounts.
Severance Is a Nightmare Vision of Office Life
The Apple TV+ show is one of 2022's smartest series.
Why Your 'Digital Shabbat' Will Fail
'Secular shabbats' may be a trendy self-help tool, but they won't curb your screen use or provide a quick fix for your stress.
Elon Musk Wasn’t the Only Reason to Be at TED
Plus: The conference 15 years ago, the limits of Web3, and yet another tragedy.
#ThanksZack, the Subway Shooting, and the Internet’s New Hero
Zack Tahhan helped the NYPD catch the Brooklyn shooting suspect. Then he became a champion on Twitter.
Wirelessly Whip Your Cream With This Battery-Powered Hand Mixer
Cuisinart gives the venerable plug-in kitchen gadget a cordless update.
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