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Updated 2024-11-27 12:02
Sales Calls Have Gone Virtual, and AI Is Listening In
Wooing clients over lunch is out. So companies are deploying software to analyze Zoom pitches and make recommendations.
Why These Cursed Debates Made You Feel So Upset
Here’s the psychology and political science behind why the embarrassing presidential and vice presidential debates were so anxiety-inducing.
A Political Ad Ban Won’t Fix Facebook’s Election Problem
A performative post-election ban won’t solve anything. But cutting off the platform’s data-driven rage machine will.
Let’s Get Real About the President’s Antibody Treatment
Regeneron’s new Covid drug looks good in early trials, and Trump has called it a miracle. That doesn't mean it’s going to work.
A Facebook Ban Won't Stop QAnon
Even if the social network's new policies work perfectly, Q followers can still camouflage their activity or move to other platforms.
The 14 Juiciest Quotes From the House Antitrust Report
Internal emails and employee interviews shed new light on what Congress has learned about Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google.
Android Ransomware Has Picked Up Some Ominous New Tricks
While it's still far more common on PCs, mobile ransomware has undergone a worrying evolution, new research shows.
Claudia Conway's TikToks Can't Save Democracy
No one should be latching on to a 15-year-old's speculations about the White House Covid-19 outbreak.
Why Doesn't the Earth Have a Bunch of Mini Moons?
To answer this question, let's take a look at something called the Three-Body Problem.
How the PlayStation 5 Improves on the PS4—and How It Doesn’t
Thinking of buying a Sony console for the first time or upgrading? Here’s exactly what you can expect.
How to Get Through Your Overflowing Game Library
My backlog is huge, and I'll bet yours is too. Here's how I actually get through it, without sucking the fun out of playing.
DJI Osmo Mobile 4 Review: Vlogger Extraordinaire
The Osmo Mobile 4 smooths out your videos and makes it easier to get cinematic pans and sweeping shots.
Your Food Isn’t ‘Natural’ and It Never Will Be
In all eras, we’ve tried—and mostly failed—to police the boundary between acceptable and unacceptable.
The Best Ways to Use Your Gaming Peripherals for Work
Need an excuse to pick up that shiny mechanical keyboard or button-laden gaming mouse? Look no further, we can help.
Mobile Games Can Offer a Pocket-Sized Path to Healing
When I was bedridden, video games kept my mind off the pain and anxiety—and kept me going.
Could Biden Rebuild the Economy by Funding Green Energy?
When he was VP, Biden helped turn the 2008 financial crisis into an era of environmental funding. Here’s what he could do if he gets another shot.
Behind Anduril’s Effort to Create an Operating System for War
The company, launched by Oculus cofounder Palmer Luckey, is building software to connect multiple Air Force systems—allowing officers to act more quickly.
In a World Gone Mad, Paper Planners Offer Order and Delight
On Instagram and Facebook, members of a wonderfully obsessive community organize every aspect of their lives—through pandemics and protests—with binders and stickers.
The True Story of the Antifa Invasion of Forks, Washington
A false report on Twitter exploded into a call to arms. Then a bus, carrying a family and two dogs, rolled into a remote Northwestern town.
The Pence-Harris Debate Is Over—but Let’s Talk About the Fly
As soon as an insect landed on the vice president's head Wednesday, Twitter collectively lost its mind.
How to Watch the 2020 Vice Presidential Debate
Tonight marks the only time that Kamala Harris and Mike Pence will debate each other during the campaign.
The Superspreading Presidency of Donald Trump
Covid-19 infects people in “bursts” like the one at the White House, and this administration hasn’t just made that easier—it made it inevitable.
Amazon Wants to ‘Win at Games.’ So Why Hasn’t It?
After brute-forcing its way to dominance in so many industries, the tech leviathan may finally have met its match.
How Google's Android Keyboard Keeps ‘Smart Replies’ Private
The latest Gboard feature needs to know as much as possible about your digital life to work—but doesn't share that data with Google.
The Right Way to Cover Hacks and Leaks Before the Election
The media knows it screwed up in 2016 with John Podesta. Here’s how it should do better in the final weeks of the 2020 race.
College Going Virtual Means Reaching Young Voters Online. Good
More potential young voters are on social media than enrolled in college full time.
The GOP's Cries of 'Censorship' Are Hurting Democracy
From Donald Trump to Lindsey Graham, Republican leaders' attacks on online content moderation are baseless—and authoritarian.
Cookbook Review: ‘Sous Vide: Better Home Cooking’ by Hugh Acheson
Looking to level up? The excellent recipes in this book can help you unlock the tech-assisted, and often tricky, technique.
AT&T's DSL Phaseout Is Leaving Poor, Rural Users Behind
A new report, cowritten by a workers union and an advocacy group, says that the company has limited fiber upgrades to wealthier areas.
‘Do Not Track’ Is Back, and This Time It Might Work
California’s privacy law says businesses must respect universal opt-outs. Now the technology finally exists to put that to the test.
A Global Data Effort Probes Whether Covid Causes Diabetes
Dozens of case reports have hinted that the coronavirus might trigger the onset of diabetes in people with no history of the disease.
How to Save Time and Type Faster With AutoHotKey
One simple tool gives you the power to build your own custom time-saving keyboard shortcuts. Here's how to set it up and get through that drudgework faster.
Congress Unveils Its Plan to Curb Big Tech's Power
A report by a House subcommittee takes aim at Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google.
Apple's T2 Security Chip Has an Unfixable Flaw
The Checkm8 vulnerability that exposed years of iPhones to jailbreaking has finally been exploited in Macs as well.
Dolly Parton Thinks Her New Album Title Is ‘Corny’
It’s called A Holly Dolly Christmas.
Amazon’s ‘Black Box’ Is Like a Lost ‘Black Mirror’ Episode
Blumhouse’s new sci-fi thriller is goofy, soapy fun.
Gocycle GXI (2020) Review: The Folding Ebike to Beat
This folding electric bike will get you from A to B without fuss, and it’ll fit in the tiniest apartments.
QAnon Supporters Aren’t Quite Who You Think They Are
Only a fraction of them believe the conspiracy theory’s most outlandish claims, according to new polling.
Neutrino Detectors Could Be Used to Spot Nuclear Rogues
In theory, the particles could reveal whether a reactor is building up plutonium for weapons. US energy experts are starting to take the idea seriously.
'Mafia: Definitive Edition' Shows the Peril of Unwanted Remakes
Upgraded graphics and animations are a breath of fresh air, but old story tropes hold this remake back.
Why Degrowth Is the Worst Idea on the Planet
Despite still growing over the last 50 years, we already figured out how to reduce our impact on Earth. So let's do that.
5 Graphics Settings Worth Tweaking in Every PC Game
Sure, you can settle for the default presets, but even small changes can mean better performance – or a much better gaming experience.
Many Top AI Researchers Get Financial Backing From Big Tech
A study finds that 58 percent of faculty at four prominent universities have received grants, fellowships, or other financial support from 14 tech firms.
Robot Dogs Can Help Seniors Cope—Especially During Covid
They're not about to replace real-life therapy dogs, but research shows that motorized mutts can benefit people struggling with loneliness or dementia.
My Country's Leader Got Covid, Too. It Sucked
First you'll ask yourself feverish, dead-end questions about the nature of sympathy—and then it gets much worse.
Paying Evil Corp Ransomware Might Land You a Big Federal Fine
Plus: A Grindr bug, a Joker explosion, and more of the week's top security news.
Australia's Koalas Are ‘Sliding Towards Extinction’
The species is among 28 animals being assessed for potential upgrade of their threat status as their numbers plummet following sweeping bushfires.
The Best Roller Skates (2020): Helmets, Protection, and More
Recently jumped on the skating craze? If you're confused about what gear to get, our recommendations on skaters, helmets, and more can help.
Tesla's Latest Numbers Put Growth Concerns to Rest
The company's Q3 report exceeded analysts' expectations, but its stock still fell about 3 percent in Friday morning trading.
15 Great Weekend Deals: TVs, Gaming Gear, and Headphones
You don't have to wait until Amazon's big Prime Day—there are some killer discounts out there right now.
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