This week, Devindra and Engadget's Nathan Ingraham discuss the new Max documentary "MoviePass, MovieCrash" and reminisce about the early days of that wild startup. It was a huge mess in the end, but we wouldn't have subscription plans in theaters without it. We also chat with MoviePass co-founder Stacy Spikes, as well as the documentary's director, Muta'Ali, about the film.
In other news, Nate explains why Google is adding a slew of AI features to Chromebook Plus notebooks, and we dive
Former Activision studio Toys for Bob just announced a partnership with Xbox to release its first game after spinning off as an independent entity. The company, which developed recent entries in the Spyro the Dragon and Crash Bandicoot franchises, hasn’t released any concrete details about its upcoming release, except to say that it’s early in development and that the team has been working ha
The Tribeca Film Festival will debut five short films made by AI, as detailed by The Hollywood Reporter. The shorts will use OpenAI’s Sora model, which transforms t
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After its new search experience resulted in public embarrassment, Google is making changes and vowing to "keep improving." https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/googles-ai-overviews-werent-ready-for-prime-time-heres-why/#ftag=CADf328eec
Ditch the coffee shop's excessively expensive drinks and take advantage of this deal so you can make specialty coffee and espresso drinks at home. https://www.cnet.com/deals/make-a-cup-of-joe-every-morning-through-qvcs-nespresso-bundle-deal/#ftag=CADf328eec
Many Destiny 2 players have piles of shiny purple gems, but what should we do to spend them before June 4? https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/destiny-2s-oldest-currency-is-going-away-forever-best-ways-to-spend-legendary-shards-before-the-final-shape/#ftag=CADf328eec
With home prices holding high, building a new home can be more affordable right now. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/why-have-brand-new-home-sales-suddenly-tripled-i-put-on-a-hard-hat-to-find-out/#ftag=CADf328eec
If you are missing out on the right amount of REM and Deep sleep, you aren't getting enough restorative sleep. Here's how much you need and why you should prioritize it. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/not-all-sleep-stages-are-created-equal-are-you-getting-enough-restorative-sleep/#ftag=CADf328eec
The new findings underscore a general murkiness surrounding discussions of vitamins and supplements. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/whats-the-skinny-on-fish-oil-new-research-raises-questions-about-omega-3-supplements/#ftag=CADf328eec
One quick change will help you control which iPhone apps can be trusted with your data. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/protect-your-privacy-by-disabling-this-app-tracking-apple-iphone-setting/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Predator X32 X3 can either do 240 Hz at 4K or 480 Hz at Full HD resolution
U.S. does not want AMD and Nvidia sell their advanced AI and HPC GPUs to Middle East countries as these processors could be resold to China, or accessed by Chinese entities from the cloud
Industry ships 70 million discrete and integrated GPUs for desktop and mobile PCs in the first quarter, Jon Peddie Research reports.
The U.S. administration extended tariff exemptions on China-made graphics cards and motherboards for another year.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, TSMC founder Morris Chang, MediaTek head Rick Tsai, and Quanta chief Barry Lam was seen having dinner at a public night market with renowned architect Kris Yao.
If you’re curious about how Microsoft’s Recall feature works, here’s a way to run it right now either on an older Arm-powered laptop or, via emulation, on an x86 PC.
The RT-BE96U ditches the gaming-centric software and RGB frills of Asus’ flagship Wi-Fi 7 router but still packs a performance punch.
https://www.tomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rt-be96u-wi-fi-7-router-review
Microsoft will take one of its few best-sellers and put it on Xbox Game Pass right from the start, giving a potential "discount" of $60 to subscribers. Perhaps the bean counters are seeing long-term dollar signs over short-term sales.
To boost security for its users, Microsoft has disabled SMB1 and Guest Signing protocol by default, securing billions of Windows 11 24H2 PCs as it would not allow access to unsecured NAS devices, prompting the respective manufacturers to enable it.
Chinese entities keep getting advanced chipmaking tools made by American companies from South Korean companies.
Let’s kick off June with some fresh inspiration! Artists and designers from across the globe once again tickled their creativity to celebrate the beginning of the new month with a collection of beautiful and unique wallpaper calendars. https://smashingmagazine.com/2024/05/desktop-wallpaper-calendars-june-2024/
The United States notoriously makes tax filing stressful and expensive thanks to greed, the tax lobby and the idea that basically nothing should be free (fun stuff!). However, there's a little glimmer of hope, as the IRS is making Direct File, its free digital tool announced in late 2023, permanent.
The Watcher stood tall in my family room, bald and berobed, nestled amongst my kids' toys, sleeping cats and TV. I was being asked to help save the multiverse! So began Marvel and ILM Interactive's What If...? on the Apple Vision Pro. Like the Disney+ series and comics of the same name, this interactive experience recontextualizes Marvel'
The Apple Vision Pro is heavy and would most certainly become an annoying anchor on your face if you tried to use it for an entire eight-hour workday. That’s because all of the tech is stuffed into the headset itself. A company called Sightful is addressing this issue with its Spacetop G1 system. It’s a laptop with no scree
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A few major mortgage rates are moving up. Here's what to expect if you're in the market for a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/rates-climb-for-home-loan-borrowers-mortgage-rates-for-may-31-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle is down to just $200 for a short time on StackSocial. https://www.cnet.com/deals/get-into-photo-editing-with-this-luminar-neo-lifetime-bundle-at-just-200/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple will preview the next major version of its Mac operating system at WWDC on June 10. Here's what to expect from MacOS 15 and when you'll be able to get it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/macos-15-rumors-release-date-new-features-supported-devices-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec
Spectrum is available across the city, but you might have some choice if you live in a neighborhood with fiber. Here's the best home internet in McAllen. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-mcallen-tx/#ftag=CADf328eec
I didn't panic. I had identity theft protection that helped me every step of the way. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/my-social-security-number-made-it-onto-the-dark-web-after-the-att-breach-heres-what-i-did/#ftag=CADf328eec
Grab your sunglasses -- summer is almost here. Here's how to keep your eyes safe from the sun's rays. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/summer-eye-protection-7-tips-to-keep-your-eyes-safe/#ftag=CADf328eec
Don't sleep on APYs up to 5.35%. They won't be around forever. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/cd-rates-today-may-31-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
Start the summer with savings, one of the best code editors is now only $40. https://www.cnet.com/deals/final-hours-to-score-a-lifetime-license-to-microsoft-visual-studio-professional-for-over-90-off/#ftag=CADf328eec
This pervious-gen iPad Air with an M1 chip and upgraded storage is at an unbeatable price on Amazon right now. https://www.cnet.com/deals/run-dont-walk-this-256gb-ipad-air-is-at-its-lowest-price-ever-on-amazon/#ftag=CADf328eec
Succulents are tougher than most indoor houseplants, but that doesn't mean they don't need love, too. Here's how to water your cacti and succulents so they thrive all year. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/7-ways-youre-caring-for-your-succulents-wrong/#ftag=CADf328eec
You don't have to rely solely on melatonin supplements to achieve great sleep. Use these tips to increase how much melatonin your body makes naturally. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/skip-the-supplements-5-natural-ways-to-boost-your-bodys-melatonin-levels/#ftag=CADf328eec
Interested in checking out Lull's most supportive and accommodating hybrid mattress? Here's what we like about it, what we don't and who will love it. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/lull-luxe-hybrid-mattress-review/#ftag=CADf328eec
Fusing DNA from immersive sims and boomer shooters of years past, Altered Orbit Studios has created a compelling star-bound first-person shooter. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/selaco-is-a-retro-fps-mixing-old-school-doom-vibes-with-modern-call-of-duty-shooting/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hearing health, and how technology can hurt and help it, is one of three long-term studies Apple is running. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/listen-up-apple-announces-preliminary-insights-on-tinnitus-from-its-hearing-study/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's how to get the most out of Threads' new columns feature. https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/tweetdeck-for-threads-is-finally-available-for-all-how-to-organize-your-feed/#ftag=CADf328eec
The internet giant's public experiment with AI-generated summaries for search results has had a rough start. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-pumps-brakes-on-ai-overviews-search-after-telling-us-to-eat-glue-rocks/#ftag=CADf328eec
The big box retailer has settled over claims that it artificially inflated the prices of weighted groceries. Time is quickly running out to claim your money. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/5-days-left-to-claim-up-to-500-in-settlement-cash-from-walmarts-45-million-lawsuit/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple is settling over alleged issues with audio playback in its iPhone 7 and 7 Plus models. There are only days remaining to claim your settlement cash. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/only-4-days-left-to-claim-up-to-349-from-apples-35m-iphone-7-settlement/#ftag=CADf328eec
This smart lock is perfect for your home or business, and now you can save a decent amount on it too. https://www.cnet.com/deals/last-day-to-snag-the-yale-assure-lock-2-for-50-off-at-best-buy/#ftag=CADf328eec
Live updates: Google News is experiencing a worldwide outage affecting the webpage, iOS app, and Android app. Here's what we know so far.
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Acer has unveiled new TravelMate and Chromebook Plus laptops ahead of Computex 2024 — here's everything you need to know!
Acer has unveiled their new TravelMate laptops mere days ahead of Computex. These business laptops are traditionally known for their slim form factor and long battery life. In fact, the 2023 version of the TravelMate P6 nabbed a top spot on our
The Nerubian army floods the beach of Tranquill in the first minutes of World of Warcraft: The War Within. Thousands of magical projectiles whizz across the horizon, arachnoid infantry hack the a
If you have an account on the Epic Games Store, you can download Chivalry 2 for free until June 6. The regula
On May 29, Microsoft began rolling out an unscheduled update for Windows 11. Patch KB5037853 is currently still optional, but the changes are expected to be applied to everyone during June’s Patch Tuesday.
The new features in Windows 11’s patch KB5037853 include:
- Account management improvements
- Sharing updates
If there’s one trend in PCs for 2024, it’s “AI” in everything. That’s inescapable. (Ugh.) But if there are two, then the second one is OLED monitors finally gaining steam.
Case in point: Acer just showed off three brand new designs in its Predator lineup, all sporting gorgeous and speedy OLED panels.
We’re spoiled for choice now with gaming mice. Some just hit ridiculous heights in performance — mice like the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 and Razer DeathAdder
The Computex trade show starts in Taipei next week, and it’s kind of a big deal. While CES tends to get headlines for general tech, Computex is where manufacturers pull out all the stops for desktops, laptops, and all the PC stuff that goes along with them. And we’re going there, of course. Wanna come along? You can, by following PCWorld’s social me
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Tesla is no stranger to safety issue recalls, and now there's another to add to its list. The company is recalling 125,227 vehicles due to a problem with the seat belt warning system,
A misdelivered order, theft and a hasty return: those are the three acts comprising Playdate's recent real-life adventure. According to the handheld gaming system's account on X (formerly Twitter), FedEx dropped off $400,000 worth of Playdates to a construc
Dyson helped pioneer the cordless vacuum space, and now it’s testing the waters of the robot vacuum arena. The
Twitch signed up cyberbullying experts, web researchers and community members back in 2020 to form the Safety Advisory Council. The review board was formed to help it draft new policies, develop products that improve safety and protect the interests of marginalized groups. Now,
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I crawled lots of websites and extracted their color palettes (primary, secondary, etc) to build a searchable collection of website colors!
It was a fun side-project and I learned a lot about color theory. Let me know what you think and what features you would like to see :)
If you have any questions about the tech behind it, feel free to ask in the comments. Feedback is also greatly appreciated.
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