/ Podcasts are undergoing a ‘strategic realignment’ after the streaming giant reported heavy losses during its first quarter this year.p>span:first-child]:text-gray-13 [&_.duet--article-byline-and]:text-gray-13">By Jess Weatherbed, a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. … [Read more...]
5 features Google Pixel should take from third party Android skins
Google's Pixel phones are critically acclaimed in two specific areas: camera performance and overall software. The former is well deserved, as Pixel phones have consistently ranked at or near the very top of any best smartphone camera lists despite never actually having the best camera hardware. But the unanimous praise for the Pixel software? I've always felt that was more of a … [Read more...]
Apple WWDC 2023 keynote: Watch it here at 1PM ET
It's WWDC time, folks. Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off today with a keynote that's sure to be full of big news. We'll have full coverage of everything you need to know from the event right here on Engadget, along with immediate reactions to the announcements in our liveblog. You'll also be able to watch the keynote, which starts at 1PM ET, below.We're expecting some major updates … [Read more...]
6 investors explain why they are bullish about Japan’s startup scene despite an uncertain economy
Thinking of Japan often evokes notions of bleeding-edge tech mixed with deep tradition and culture. The country’s startups, however, haven’t seen the sort of growth that upstart tech companies in other parts of the world have. There are signs that those tides are turning, though, with startup funding increasing along with the number of active domestic venture capital firms. The Japanese government … [Read more...]
Apple’s third-gen AirPods have dropped back down to $149
Apple’s WWDC kicks off today and the company may well reveal some fresh Macs. Before you pick up one of those, though, you may be looking to snag some new AirPods. As it happens, several models are on sale, including the third-gen AirPods. Those have dropped by 12 percent to $149, which is just $10 more than the record low price. … [Read more...]
Understanding the Internet, the World Wide Web, and the Client-Server Architecture
Having a strong grasp of the basic foundations of the web is crucial for any aspiring web developer. These foundational concepts lay the groundwork for building advanced skills and tackling complex web development tasks. In this blog, we will dive into four fundamental aspects of the web: the Internet, the World Wide Web, the client-server architecture and how the Web Works. So, let's embark on … [Read more...]
The method to my madness
“Get out to get them to get in.”I'm building an independent web. Starting with one site, my site. With each site being able to do whatever you can do on third-party sites. I want you to be able to use Twitter from your site, Gmail from your site, Bank or Commerce transactions from your site, and any other thing possible the web can offer. www.toheeb.com is where that independent web begins. … [Read more...]
What is Artificial Intelligence and Why Should You Care?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term that refers to the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as understanding language, recognizing images, making decisions, and learning from experience. AI is not a single technology, but a collection of methods and tools that can be applied to various domains and problems.As a beginner who wants to learn more … [Read more...]
Nothing’s leaked Phone 2 design looks like a curvier follow-up to its first phone
/ Unofficial renders of a prototype device show the return of the glyph interface but with more curved edges than last year’s Phone 1.p>span:first-child]:text-gray-13 [&_.duet--article-byline-and]:text-gray-13">By Jon Porter, a reporter with five years of experience covering consumer tech releases, EU tech policy, online platforms, and mechanical keyboards.Ahead of the official launch … [Read more...]
Google’s Pixel 7 Pro may not be smarter after eight months, but it’s $200 off
/ Lots of good deals today, including the Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel Watch, Samsung 980 Pro SSD, Returnal on PlayStation 5, and more.p>span:first-child]:text-gray-13 [&_.duet--article-byline-and]:text-gray-13">By Antonio G. Di Benedetto, a writer covering tech deals and The Verge’s Deals newsletter, buying guides, and gift guides. Previously, he spent 15 years in the photography … [Read more...]
Why Programmers Choose Complex Over Simple Code
In the age of software development, there exists a fascinating phenomenon where many individuals seem to have a penchant for complexity rather than embracing simplicity. This preference for convoluted logic and intricate architectures has become increasingly apparent during opinionated code reviews. Surprisingly, this tendency transcends teams and organizations, leaving one to wonder whether it is … [Read more...]
Microsoft says Clop ransomware gang is behind MOVEit mass-hacks, as first victims come forward
The BBC, British Airways, and Nova Scotia's government are confirmed victims Carly Page 7 hours Security researchers have linked a new wave of mass-hacks targeting a popular file transfer tool to the notorious Clop ransomware gang, as the first victims of the attacks begin to come forward. It was revealed last week that hackers are … [Read more...]
Nothing Phone 2 renders show off alleged design ahead of July release
Ahead of its summer release, the Nothing Phone 2 has been revealed, albeit in unofficial form, giving us a good look at its design, which, at first glance, looks incredibly similar to its predecessor, the Nothing Phone 1. Be that as it may, there are some small changes here and there, and, in the end, it could end up becoming one of the best Android smartphones of 2023. Source: … [Read more...]
Watch the Apple WWDC 2023 event here (video)
Apple's first big event of this year, the WWDC 2023, starts in just a few hours at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The company is expected to make several big announcements at the event, including the unveiling of its much-awaited AR/VR headset. Apple has arranged for a special in-person experience for some developers and students at the venue, but the event will also be live-streamed … [Read more...]
What if the Current AI Hype Is a Dead End?
As I discussed in my previous column on Cybersecurity Futurism for Beginners, we are applying methods and approaches commonly used in future studies, especially horizon scanning and scenario planning, to explore future scenarios for how AI such as LLM’s may impact security operations going forward. To quickly rehash, horizon scanning is not strictly speaking about predicting the future. Rather, … [Read more...]
Revenge of the mutual funds
Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hello and welcome back to Equity, the podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. Our Monday show covers the latest in tech news from the weekend and what’s making headlines early in the week. This fine Monday we are celebrating the start of June, and the fact that there are still … [Read more...]
Google Workspace and Cloud get support for passkeys
A month ago, Google rolled out passkey support to consumer Google accounts. Today, it is extending this to business users, with the open beta launch of passkeys for Google Workspace and Cloud accounts. Like almost every other major tech company, Google has been waging war against passwords for years. The promise of passkeys is that they are safer than passwords and multifactor authentication … [Read more...]
Multiple subreddits and moderators are protesting Reddit’s API changes
Multiple subreddits and moderators are protesting Reddit’s API pricing changes that may shut down many third-party clients. Popular subreddits such as r/aww, r/video, r/Futurology, r/LifeHacks, and r/bestof will go dark on June 12 to protest the company’s move. Separately, a moderator coordination subreddit has written an open letter to Reddit saying these changes will have an adverse effect on … [Read more...]
The God of War: Ragnarok PlayStation 5 bundle is cheaper than ever
If you're ready to pull the trigger on a PS5 and want the popular title God of War: Ragnarok as well, Amazon has them on sale in a bundle at a new all-time low. The PS5 God of War: Ragnarok bundle is currently on sale for $500, or $60 off the usual price. That means you can get the game for just $1, considering the disc version of the console on its own is normally $499. Amazon has a big sale on a … [Read more...]
21 new awesome features which are going to make the web even easier.
While we've all been distracted by the terrifyingly overhyped rise of artificial intelligence, the web platform has landed some game-changing new features that you probably haven't heard of yet.And they will change the way we build websites forever. The first feature on this list is huge: the native HTML dialogue. What it does is make it way easier to build your own modal windows. Normally, to … [Read more...]