Engineered earworms on TikTok aren’t that far off from disinfo campaigns
Ever since I read this Bloomberg story about how songs are engineered to go viral on TikTok, I’ve had one thought in my head – if you can call it that – it’s more of a noise, or impression: AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Yes, it’s the sound of internal.....»»
Review: Apple’s efficient M3 MacBook Airs are just about as good as laptops get
For Intel or even M1 upgraders, there’s a lot to like about the M3 Air. Enlarge / Apple's M3 MacBook Airs put a new chip in 2022's design. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Right off the bat, the M3 MacBook Airs aren't as.....»»
On DMA eve, Google whines, Apple sounds alarms, and TikTok wants out
DMA forces large platforms to give users more choices, rivals more chances. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) For months, some of the biggest tech companies have been wrapped up in discussions with the Europ.....»»
Cities Aren’t Prepared for a Crucial Part of Sea-Level Rise: They’re Also Sinking
Coastal land is dropping, known as subsidence. That could expose hundreds of thousands of additional Americans to inundation by 2050......»»
TikTok Creator Rewards Program available to all, with great revenue opportunities
The TikTok Creator Rewards Program – first launched a year ago as a limited beta under the name Creativity Program – is now available to all … more….....»»
Circular Slim Smart Ring Review – One Ring Closer
I spent the last two months with the Circular Slim Smart ring. Here is why I would recommend it for casual fitness tracking. The post Circular Slim Smart Ring Review – One Ring Closer appeared first on Phandroid. Smart rings arenR.....»»
Are Facebook and Instagram still down? Here’s what we know
Are you having trouble using Facebook and Instagram today? You aren't alone! Here's what you need to know about the big outage on March 5......»»
Early M3 MacBook Air benchmarks aren"t surprising
The first benchmarks for Apple's M3 MacBook Air have allegedly appeared, with the results showing a big improvement over its predecessor, the M2 MacBook Air.13-inch MacBook Air and 15-inch MacBook AirApple introduced its M3 MacBook Air lineup on Mond.....»»
Everything you need to know about the Facebook and Instagram outage happening now
Are you having trouble using Facebook and Instagram today? You aren't alone! Here's what you need to know about the big outage happening right now......»»
European crash tester says carmakers must bring back physical controls
In 2026, Euro NCAP points will be deducted if some controls aren't physical. Enlarge / A car's hazard warning lights will need a physical control to get a five-star EuroNCAP score in 2026. Some progress in the automotiv.....»»
3 Sneaky Things That Might Be Harming Your Business’ Reputation
There are countless small things that can harm your business’s reputation, but some of those things aren’t that obvious. For example, if a customer service representative is rude to a customer and that customer writes a scathing review, that’s.....»»
How Does Programmatic Advertising Work?
The process of automating the purchase of advertising inventory, which takes place in the framework of programmatic advertising, allows advertisers to increase the effectiveness of their campaigns, reduce management costs, and maximize ROI. Programma.....»»
Unlearning loneliness: How TikTok is rewriting the rules of connection
We're in the era of learned loneliness where people have adjusted to isolation. Yet, young people on TikTok are unlearning loneliness and turning their FYPs into IRL communities. New York City is often portrayed as a city of tight-knit female f.....»»
The best cheap VPNs in March 2024
The best cheap VPNs deals, including popular services like ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark. The best VPNs aren't necessarily the most expensive. Some leading VPNs are actually really affordable, which is great news for anyone looking to secu.....»»
Apple reverses course on death of Progressive Web Apps in EU
After a few weeks of internet drama, Apple has responded to complaints about the death of Progressive Web Apps in the European Union and is restoring them to how they worked in iOS 17.3 and before.Progressive Web Apps aren't getting changed in the EU.....»»
A bright idea for recycling rare-earth phosphors from used fluorescent bulbs
Recycling facilities collect glass and mercury from thrown-away fluorescent bulbs, but discarded lighting could also supply rare-earth metals for reuse. The 17 metals referred to as rare earths aren't all widely available and aren't easily extracted.....»»
Overheard: Lack of service adviser training prompted social media career
TikTok personality Chris Craig began making service-realted videos after noticing how a lack of training caused high turnover in service advisers, he said on the "Wrench Turners Podcast" hosted by Joshua Taylor......»»
Hands-on: iOS 17.4 RC changes and features [Video]
iOS 17.4 is a massive new iOS update for iPhone users, and includes new features to support European Union regulations, which makes it possible for to use alternative app marketplaces. However, the recent changes aren’t just limited to those who fa.....»»
OnePlus Launches a Special Edition Genshin Impact Variant of the 12R
The phone also comes bundled with exclusive merchandise. The post OnePlus Launches a Special Edition Genshin Impact Variant of the 12R appeared first on Phandroid. Special-edition smartphones aren’t anything new – in fact, we&#.....»»
Cryptojacking is no longer the sole focus of cloud attackers
As commercial adoption of cloud technologies continues, cloud-focused malware campaigns have increased in sophistication and number – a collective effort to safeguard both large and small enterprises is critical, according to Cado Security. Docker.....»»
Apple’s entry-level AirPods are back under $100
The second-generation Apple AirPods aren't the latest model of Apple's wireless earbuds. However, they're still a worthwhile purchase, especially for just $99......»»