IRS makes Direct File a permanent option
Free tax filing program to return in 2025, with expanded eligibility. The Internal Revenue Service is giving taxpayers one more option when it comes to filing taxes. The government agency recently announced that it's making the Direct File pilo.....»»
How to recover lost or deleted files on a Mac
Are you missing a file on your Mac or found that you deleted one you need? We’ll show you a handful of ways to recover lost or deleted files on MacOS......»»
Nintendo Direct June 2024: How to watch and what to expect
Nintendo's big June Direct is finally happening tomorrow, June 18. Here's everything you need to know about it so you don't miss a second......»»
Hello sunshine: We test McLaren’s drop-top hybrid Artura Spider
The addition of a retractable roof makes this Artura the one to pick. Enlarge / The introduction of model year 2025 brings a retractable hard-top option for the McLaren Artura, plus a host of other upgrades. (credit: McLaren).....»»
Q&A: Barrier islands and dunes protect coastlines, but how are environmental changes affecting them and adjacent land?
Barrier islands dot the landscape along Virginia's Eastern Shore, protecting the coastline from direct impacts of storms and sea-level rise. Made of sand, they are created and changed by environmental factors. But with climate change and human develo.....»»
Mod Easy: A retro e-bike with a sidecar perfect for Indiana Jones cosplay
It's not the most practical option for passengers, but my son had a blast. Enlarge / The Mod Easy Sidecar (credit: Mod Bikes) As some Ars readers may recall, I reviewed The Maven Cargo e-bike earlier this year as a compl.....»»
iOS 18 solves iCloud"s irritating habit of offloading the file you need
It's meant to save space on your device, but iCloud's decisions over what files can be temporarily offloaded can be aggravating — until a new feature in iOS 18 allows you to stop it.Pressing and holding on a document in the Files app now gets you a.....»»
New CAFE mpg standards to take a back seat to EPA rules
Relaxed CAFE standards will likely have limited direct impact on automakers as the Biden administration prioritizes compliance with stricter tailpipe emission regulations from the EPA......»»
Permanent gene edits to tardigrades help shed light on their amazing resilience
Some species of tardigrades are highly and unusually resilient to various extreme conditions fatal to most other forms of life. The genetic basis for these exceptional abilities remains elusive......»»
AWS unveils new and improved security features
At its annual re:Inforce conference, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced new and enhanced security features and tools. Additional multi-factor authentication option To facilitate the concerted push to get customers to secure their accounts with m.....»»
Spotify HiFi could finally be coming, but it’ll cost you
According to a new report from Bloomberg, Spotify's long-awaited HiFi option could finally be coming later this year......»»
Bitwarden review: This open-source password manager unlocks choice
I researched Bitwarden's subscription plans and tested the family plan to check how much value it adds to its very competitive free option......»»
12-volt batteries with more power are poised for a long run in EVs and hybrids
In electrified vehicles and those with self-driving capabilities, no longer is it the battery's job to just start the engine and to keep the lights on. The 12-volt battery has a direct role in the vehicle's critical safety systems and in reducing emi.....»»
Users will be able to send messages via satellite in iOS 18
Apple is bringing more functionality to satellite-based features of the iPhone, with iOS 18 bringing the option to send messages to other users.Messages via Satellite in iOS 18The introduction of Emergency SOS via Satellite provided users with a way.....»»
4 new games just surprise released during a packed Wholesome Direct stream
Wholesome Direct just showcased over 70 cozy games -- and four of them just surprise released......»»
SolarWinds fixes severe Serv-U vulnerability (CVE-2024-28995)
SolarWinds has fixed a high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2024-28995) affecting its Serv-U managed file transfer (MFT) server solution, which could be exploited by unauthenticated attackers to access sensitive files on the host machine. About CVE-2024-.....»»
How Much Energy Would It Take to Pull Carbon Dioxide out of the Air?
A physicist runs the math on direct air capture and warns: This tech won't save us from climate catastrophe......»»
Sony removes still-unmet “8K” promise from PS5 packaging
Move could presage an expected resolution bump in the rumored PS5 Pro. The new PS5 packaging, as seen on the PlayStation Direct online store, is missing the "8K" label in the c.....»»
iOS 18 Mail app AI features: Smart replies, tone change, auto-sort, more
A new report suggests Apple may announce a number of iOS 18 Mail app AI features during WWDC. These include the option to automatically create Smart Replies to emails, as well as the ability to draft a reply yourself and then ask Siri to change th.....»»
T-Mobile launches ‘Home Internet Backup’ as its most affordable 5G broadband plan
On the heels of adding a second tier to its 5G Home Internet in April, T-Mobile has launched another option for those who want a reliable internet backup at an affordable price. T-Mobile Home Internet Backup goes from as low as $20/month for 130GB of.....»»
Hands on: Using the Dexcom G7 continuous glucose meter directly with Apple Watch
On Wednesday, medical device manufacturer Dexcom finally delivered its direct-to-Apple Watch functionality for the G7 CGM. Here's how it works.Apple Watch showing the Dexcom G7 CGM appA constant glucose monitor (CGM) has historically worked by using.....»»