I’m Glad Discord Isn’t Being Acquired
Dear Discord: Please go public and stay independent instead of being acquired. Love, Brad. I’ve become a huge Discord fan and user of the past year. I’ve got many daily reference points from products that I use for real-time communication.....»»
Meta and LG reportedly working together on a new Apple Vision Pro competitor
Even before Apple unveiled Vision Pro, Meta already had virtual reality headsets called Meta Quest (which were created after Meta acquired Oculus). However, Meta’s headsets aren’t exactly a hit. But Zuckerberg seems to have ambitious plans to com.....»»
Gizmodo author sues Apple over "Tetris" movie
Author Dan Ackerman claims that Apple, The Tetris Company, and others adapted his book about the famous puzzle game for their film without permission or payment.Taron Egerton in "Tetris" (Source: Apple)"Tetris" was acquired by Apple TV+ in 2020, foll.....»»
Researchers use SPAD detector to achieve 3D quantum ghost imaging
Researchers have reported the first 3D measurements acquired with quantum ghost imaging. The new technique enables 3D imaging on a single photon level, yielding the lowest photon dose possible for any measurement......»»
These might be the first Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars plot leaks
After watching Secret Invasion, I’m actually glad that the strikes forced Marvel and Disney to take a break from the MCU. Of course, the real … The post These might be the first Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars plot leaks appear.....»»
Languages are both acquired and learned, so conscious and unconscious effort is needed when picking up a new one
Two concepts—acquisition and learning—play key roles in the study of language. Although there are people who use the two terms interchangeably, in reality they embody two different processes in the development of communicative competence......»»
iOS 17 lets users create Shortcuts actions to open specific Camera app modes
Apple’s Shortcuts app has evolved a lot since the company acquired Workflow in 2017. For those unfamiliar, it lets users create a series of automated processes on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and even Apple Watch. And with iOS 17, Apple is adding even more f.....»»
I never thought Twitter would let you hide your Blue checkmark out of shame
One of the first things Elon Musk broke at Twitter after he acquired the social network was the service’s Blue checkmark verification system. Musk thought … The post I never thought Twitter would let you hide your Blue checkmark out of sh.....»»
CDK"s Salty embedded insurance tech provider shuts down
The dealership management system giant acquired Salty Dot Inc. less than two years ago. A spokesperson said the company shut it down as part of an effort to "focus our investments on innovation and market growth.".....»»
Here’s why I’m glad Nvidia might kill its most powerful GPU
There has been a lot of speculation about a possible Nvidia RTX 4090 Ti graphics card, but it might not be happening. This is not a bad thing......»»
Apple Car external displays could use hi-viz tech to advise other road users
One of the features of Drive.ai, a self-driving car startup acquired by Apple back in 2019, was the use of external displays intended to let pedestrians and other road users know what the car was doing. A new patent for Apple Car external displays s.....»»
Reddit protests see moderators removed, communities move to Discord
Reddit protests have been continuing, despite threats by the company to take over subreddits which refuse to end them. The company has now carried out its threat against one of the biggest subreddits – a move which seems set to backfire. Additiona.....»»
This tiny Android phone almost ruined the Galaxy S23 Ultra for me
After using the tiny Asus Zenfone 10 for a few weeks, I had second thoughts about using the Galaxy S23 Ultra again. But I'm so glad I made the change......»»
I’m glad the Samsung Galaxy Note died when it did
Samsung killed off the Galaxy Note range in early 2022, and now in mid-2023, I'm finally glad it did because of what we've got instead......»»
Logitech acquires streamer tool maker Loupedeck
Accessory maker Logitech has acquired Loupedeck, known for its innovative creation tools for streamers.Logitech x LoupedeckOn July 18, Logitech announced that it had acquired the Helsinki-based Loupedeck, a company that manufactures custom consoles s.....»»
Logitech Acquires Finnish Company Loupedeck
Logitech recently announced that it has acquired Loupedeck, a company based in Helsinki. While most folks will know the Logitech brand from its wide range of PC and gaming accessories, the company has also expanded its offerings to include.....»»
Logitech acquires custom console maker Loupedeck
Accessory maker Logitech has acquired Loupedeck, known for its innovative creation tools for streamers.Logitech x LoupedeckOn July 18, Logitech announced that it had acquired the Helsinki-based Loupedeck, a company that manufactures custom consoles s.....»»
Zeigler Auto buys Kia-Nissan, GMC and Hyundai dealerships
Zeigler Auto Group of Kalamazoo, Mich., acquired Elhart Automotive in Holland, Mich., to expand its Michigan and Midwest presence......»»
Chinese hackers forged authentication tokens to breach government emails
Sophisticated hackers have accessed email accounts of organizations and government agencies via authentication tokens they forged by using an acquired Microsoft account (MSA) consumer signing key, the company has revealed on Tuesday. “The threa.....»»
10 biggest Netflix failures ever
Despite its many flaws, it’s pretty undeniable that Netflix remains the king of the hyper-competitive streaming world. , from ambitious and critically-acclaimed originals to acquired content from rival studios; it has something for everyone, fr.....»»
Physicists uses light to build complex structures
Ph.D. candidate Petr Steindl creates complex structures of light using single photons. As a teenager, he wanted to study Czech poetry but decided on quantum physics. "Looking back, I am glad I switched fields," he says. On July 5, he will defend his.....»»