Europe kicks off bid to find a route to ‘better’ gig work
The European Union has kicked off the first stage of a consultation process involving gig platforms and workers. Regional lawmakers have said they want to improve working conditions for people who provide labor via platforms which EU digital policy c.....»»
Want to be an influencer? Our research shows what you need to know first
You're hard at work, lying in a hammock, composing the perfect selfie on the beach. The turquoise sea sets off the idyllic sunset, and just visible though the fronds of a palm tree is the logo of the hotel which is paying you to promote it to your mi.....»»
XCOM’s Jake Solomon is moving on to the life sim genre at new studio
XCOM and Midnight Suns developer Jake Solomon has opened a new studio, which is hard at work on an ambitious life sim......»»
National Geographic launches Take Your Time campaign for mental health awareness
To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month, National Geographic announced Take Your Time, a campaign about how to slow down and find time for yourself......»»
Apple @ Work Podcast: Pull requests are welcome
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & p.....»»
How to master your Mac menubar
How to make the most of your Mac menubar by rearranging, deleting and adding app icons — with or without third party utilities.If you find yourself with an ever-increasing number of small icons on the right side of your Mac's menubar, you can take.....»»
Persistent strain of cholera defends itself against forces of change, scientists find
A deadly strain of cholera bacteria that emerged in Indonesia back in 1961 continues to spread widely to this day, claiming thousands of lives around the world every year, sickening millions, and with its persistence, baffling scientists......»»
OpenAI launches GPT-4o just in time for rumored iOS 18 partnership with Apple
Today OpenAI held a spring update event, where it outlined some of its latest work on the ChatGPT platform. One key announcement was the arrival of a new Mac desktop app, but the larger focus was on a new flagship model of ChatGPT. This new model, GP.....»»
Meta unveils travel mode for using Quest headsets during flights like Vision Pro
Update: Three weeks later, Meta has announced the feature alongside a new partnership with an airline. Original coverage from April 18 below… Today I learned two things. First, apparently Meta Quest headsets don’t work on planes? I guess A.....»»
iOS 17.5: Here’s how to find the new ‘Quartiles’ game
One of the updates with iOS 17.5 is a new, original word game from Apple called “Quartiles.” However, it’s not part of Apple Arcade and is actually found in the News app. Here’s how to find and play Quartiles in iOS 17.5. more….....»»
New work extends the thermodynamic theory of computation
Every computing system, biological or synthetic, from cells to brains to laptops, has a cost. This isn't the price, which is easy to discern, but an energy cost connected to the work required to run a program and the heat dissipated in the process......»»
Microsoft Places uses AI to assist the new normal of hybrid work
Coordinating teams and in-office days in our new normal of hybrid work is a difficult task, and one that carries a lot of untapped potential for productivity tools. Today Microsoft announced the public preview launch of Places, a new app a couple yea.....»»
After Apple, EU goes after Microsoft and Booking.com (but not X, for now)
After Apple was required to make big changes in Europe to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Microsoft and Booking.com have also been ruled to be subject to the antitrust law … more….....»»
Apple Music kicks off 10-day ‘100 Best Albums’ of all time countdown
Apple Music is kicking off a 10-day countdown today, during which it will share the 100 Best Albums of all time. “The list is an editorial statement, fully independent of any streaming numbers on Apple Music — a love letter to the records tha.....»»
Best Google Pixel 8 deals: Get the latest Pixel for free
The Google Pixel 8 is a great mid-range smartphone and it's also highly affordable. Here's where you can find the best Google Pixel 8 deals......»»
INSANE DEAL saves you 49% off the Beats Studio Pro headphones!
If you’re looking for a pair of headphones for work or play, then you don’t want to miss this deal for the Beats Studio Pro! The post INSANE DEAL saves you 49% off the Beats Studio Pro headphones! appeared first on Phandroid. There are.....»»
Extreme solar storms create gorgeous views of auroras across the planet
The sun has been unusually active this week, leading to stunning views of auroras across Europe and parts of the U.S. this weekend......»»
How to visit Treasure Islands in Animal Crossing
Animal Crossing New Horizons is all about living that island life, but treasure islands are something special. This is how you can find these rare islands......»»
How to turn off adaptive triggers on PS5
Adaptive triggers can make a game feel more immersive, or be an annoying hindrance. If you find it to be more of the latter, here is how you can disable them......»»
Google Maps is getting two helpful new features in its latest update
Google Maps is changing up the way you find EV charging points and giving more context to searches for roads......»»
Where to watch the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery live stream
The trajectory of one franchise will change on Sunday at the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery. Find out where to watch a live stream of the 2024 NBA Draft Lottery......»»