Bob Brockman ruled competent to stand trial in U.S. court for tax evasion
U.S. District Judge George Hanks discounted claims that dementia leaves Brockman, 80, unable to help his lawyers defend against a 39-count indictment accusing him of evading taxes on $2 billion of income and other crimes......»»
How new Apple Music subscribers can get three months for free
New users can now try out Apple Music for three months for free, instead of the normal one month trial. Here's how to get the super-sized music streaming introductory offer.Apple MusicApple offers people who haven't tried Apple Music before a free mo.....»»
CDK Global to pay $100 million to settle dealership antitrust suit
The proposed settlement, which requires a judge's approval, avoids a planned September trial. It does not affect other pending litigation against CDK......»»
MagSafe Monday: Spigen ArcField MagSafe Charging Stand delivers a streamlined charging approach for those without an Apple Watch
The 3-in-1 charging dock has become the standard in recent years as folks look for ways to keep all of their devices charged. What if you don’t wear an Apple Watch (or charge it at your desk)? You end up with extra bulk for a device you don’t hav.....»»
An Apple search engine might happen, but probably won’t
The court ruling that Google is no longer allowed to pay Apple $20B+ a year to be the default search engine raises the question: What now? One potential answer being suggested is that the iPhone maker create its own Apple search engine. But much a.....»»
A-level results show the patterns of disadvantage the government must tackle
Hundreds of thousands of students have now nervously opened their A-level results. These handfuls of letter grades matter, and not just to the students themselves. They have far-reaching effects on our whole education system and public views on stand.....»»
ISP to Supreme Court: We shouldn’t have to disconnect users accused of piracy
Cox tries to get contributory infringement ruling in Sony lawsuit overturned. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Bosca78) A large Internet service provider wants the Supreme Court to rule that ISPs shouldn't have to disconn.....»»
Last chance to score 50% off this 17-inch HP student laptop
There's a huge discount on a competent HP 17-inch laptop but you're going to need to be fast as HP is ending the deal soon......»»
New Zealand official signs extradition order to send Kim Dotcom to US
12 years after Megaupload shutdown, Dotcom will keep fighting extradition to US. Enlarge / Kim Dotcom speaks to the media after a bail hearing at Auckland District Court on December 1, 2014, in Auckland, New Zealand. (credit: Get.....»»
Deals: M4 iPad Pro $899, iPhone 15 Pro $300 off, 15W MagSafe stand $40, MacBook gear, chargers, more
Today’s collection of deals is now ready waiting down below starting off with a return of all-time low pricing on – the 11-inch 256GB model at $100 off the going rate. We then move over to some new Amazon all-time lows on its Premium Renewed unl.....»»
ISPs worry that killing FCC net neutrality rules will come back to haunt them
Telcos want it both ways, urging SCOTUS to block federal rules and state laws. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Matt Anderson Photography) ISPs asked the US Supreme Court to strike down a New York law that requires broadb.....»»
Florida’s ban on lab-grown meat challenged as unconstitutional
Attorney: “Florida’s law has nothing to do with protecting health and safety." Enlarge (credit: Upside Foods) Florida’s ban on cultivated meat is being challenged in federal court in a lawsuit that was filed yester.....»»
US may seek Google breakup or data share after search monopolization ruling
The US DOJ ruled Google is an illegal monopolist, which could result in breaking up the parent company Alphabet or requiring data sharing with rivals while undercutting Google Gemini's advantage.Google on the Apple App StoreGoogle is a word synonymou.....»»
Pixel 9 Pro XL versus Honor Magic 6 Pro
Honor launched their latest flagship earlier this year, the Honor Magic 6 Pro, but will it stand up versus the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL? The post Pixel 9 Pro XL versus Honor Magic 6 Pro appeared first on Phandroid. Ever since they split from.....»»
Ex-Twitter staffer wins $600K over Musk’s click-yes-or-resign ultimatum
Elon Musk’s 24-hour email ultimatum unfairly dismissed Twitter staff, court says. Enlarge (credit: Craig T Fruchtman / Contributor | Getty Images Entertainment) Elon Musk had no business sending Twitter employees an em.....»»
5th Circuit rules geofence warrants illegal in win for phone users’ privacy
Court rules geofence warrants are illegal searches under Fourth Amendment. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | ) A federal appeals court ruled on Friday that geofence warrants, which are used to identify all users or devices.....»»
Dealership not on the hook for customer"s repairs done at independent shop, tribunal rules
A British Columbia dealership group isn't obligated to cover the parts, labor and towing costs for a service customer who had repairs done at an independent shop, the province's Civil Resolution Tribunal has ruled......»»
RFK Jr’s anti-vaccine group can’t sue Meta for agreeing with CDC, judge rules
Meta can censor “distasteful” anti-vaccine views, appeals court rules. Enlarge / Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (credit: Kevin Dietsch / Staff | Getty Images News) The Children's Health Defe.....»»
Neutrons reveal the existence of local symmetry breaking in a Weyl semimetal
The first materials scientists might have been early humans who—through trial-and-error experiments—discovered the first "cutting-edge" technologies. They found that the best arrowheads and other tools could be made from certain types of natural,.....»»
Save up to 20% with the Fitbit Inspire 3!
Grab the Fitbit Inspire 3 for a much lower price! The post Save up to 20% with the Fitbit Inspire 3! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re in the market for a competent fitness tracker to use with your Android or iOS smartphone, the.....»»
Elon Musk’s lawsuit over alleged X ad boycott “a very weak case,” professor says
Law is unfavorable to X, but Musk filed suit in potentially friendly Texas court. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Antitrust law professors aren't impressed by Elon Musk's lawsuit alleging a supposed X adve.....»»