A treasure trove of Criterion Collection DVDs are now on half-price sale
A treasure trove of Criterion Collection DVDs are now on half-price sale If you’re a film enthusiast or, better yet, a fan of Criterion’s Closet Picks videos, then you’ll want to know about the half-off sale on the Criterion Collection’s DVDs now in progress at Barnes & Noble. The sale, which will last until December […]
Some of our favorite gifts will cost you less than $25
Some of our favorite gifts will cost you less than $25 Holiday shopping on a budget can feel constricting, especially if you’ve been invited to a white elephant or need a last-minute stocking stuffer. The good news is that, with this guide, you can leave that stress behind. Whether you’re aiming for something practical or […]
I looked into CoreWeave and the abyss gazed back
I looked into CoreWeave and the abyss gazed back Hello, my friends. Have you been feeling too sane lately? Have I got something for you! It is a company called CoreWeave. You may not have heard of it because it’s not doing the consumer-facing part of AI. It’s a data center company, the kind people […]
You can now buy pre-owned Ford vehicles on Amazon
You can now buy pre-owned Ford vehicles on Amazon Ford will be the next automaker to allow its vehicles to be featured on Amazon’s new online car buying site. Starting today, customers can browse, finance, and purchase certified pre-owned Ford vehicles online through Amazon Autos, with in-person pickup at a local Ford dealership. Ford is […]
X launches Chat, its new encrypted DMs
X launches Chat, its new encrypted DMs X has revealed Chat, an encrypted upgrade to the platform’s direct messaging service. It also includes support for video and voice calls, disappearing messages, and file sharing. The company announced Chat on Friday, and it’s available now on iOS and the web, with an Android version coming “soon.” […]
Google is collecting troves of data from downgraded Nest thermostats
Google is collecting troves of data from downgraded Nest thermostats The second-gen Nest Thermostat launched in 2012. Google officially turned off remote control functionality for early Nest Learning Thermostats last month, but it hasn’t stopped collecting a stream of data from these downgraded devices. After digging into the backend, security researcher Cody Kociemba found that […]
Jeff Bezos will be co-CEO of AI startup Project Prometheus
Jeff Bezos will be co-CEO of AI startup Project Prometheus Jeff Bezos is getting a new job. He’ll reportedly become co-CEO of Project Prometheus, a new startup that he’s partly funding. The company’s exact plans are still unknown, but its focus is on AI that could improve manufacturing in fields including computing, automobiles, and aerospace. […]
Sky Sports killed off its female-focused Halo brand after just three days
Sky Sports killed off its female-focused Halo brand after just three days Girls like pink and peach, right? That Sky Sports felt the need to launch a TikTok channel specifically marketed towards women and billed as its “lil sis” was questionable enough. But once people got a taste of the content on Halo, it was […]
The best gifts for dads that have everything (but deserve more)
The best gifts for dads that have everything (but deserve more) What do you get the man who says he has everything? It’s a tough question – and one you have a limited amount of time to answer, given the holidays are nearly upon us. You could try dropping subtle hints or asking friends and […]
The Asus Falcata is an ambitious split ergo gaming keyboard that falls short
The Asus Falcata is an ambitious split ergo gaming keyboard that falls short Each half is compact, and they fit together for easy travel. Hall effect gaming keyboards aren’t uncommon. But Asus’ ROG Falcata is the only one that’s also a split ergonomic keyboard, aimed at alleviating wrist, hand, or arm pain. For the luxury […]