IRS now lets taxpayers opt out of facial recognition after backlash
The Internal Revenue Service will continue using controversial facial recognition software for the rest of the current tax-filing season to verify taxpayers' identities before they can log on to its website. But after facing a backlash, the agency is.....»»
‘App Lock’ lets you protect and hide any app from the iPhone Home Screen
iOS provides developers with an API to lock apps with Face ID or Touch ID. However, not every app has this option, and there’s no way to completely hide apps from your device. Luckily, “App Lock” is a simple but powerful app that helps users pr.....»»
Proteins let cells remember how well their last division went
Scientists find a "mitotic stopwatch" that lets individual cells remember something. Enlarge (credit: Martin Barraud) When we talk about memories in biology, we tend to focus on the brain and the storage of information i.....»»
After overreaching TOS angers users, cloud provider Vultr backs off
Terms seemed to grant an "irrevocable" right to commercialize any user content. Enlarge (credit: Wolfgang Reisser / 500px | 500px) After backlash, the cloud provider Vultr has updated its terms to remove a clause that a.....»»
Tidal just rolled out an awesome music sharing feature
Tidal has announced a new feature which lets users create a universal link to songs that they can listen to on other platforms. The post Tidal just rolled out an awesome music sharing feature appeared first on Phandroid. Spotify might be t.....»»
Embracer Group lets go of Borderlands maker for $460M after three years
Swedish giant releases the largest piece of its Katamari-like studio roll-up. Enlarge / Claptrap keeps finding himself in wild new places. Now he's heading from Sweden's Embracer Group to New York City's Take-Two Interactive. Oka.....»»
Climate change policies found to lose popularity when combined with pausing regulations or social justice
Legislators love bundling things together. It lets them accomplish more with less hassle and attempt to make legislation more appealing to a broader group. But a new study in the journal Climatic Change suggests that this can sometimes backfire. The.....»»
Organoids research identifies factor involved in brain expansion in humans
What makes us human? According to neurobiologists it is our neocortex. This outer layer of the brain is rich in neurons and lets us do abstract thinking, create art, and speak complex languages. An international team led by Dr. Mareike Albert at the.....»»
How many devices can you watch Sling TV on at once?
Sling TV lets you stream your favorite channels on multiple devices — if you have the right plan, and if that channel is covered under that plan......»»
V Rising – Legacy of Castlevania crossover will let you fight Simon Belmont
V Rising will launch with Castlevania crossover content that lets players' vampires fight Simon Belmont......»»
Why You Should Upgrade Your iPhone, According to Apple
Apple’s added a new section to its website in an effort to encourage customers with older iPhones to upgrade to an iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro in 2024. The new page is dubbed “Why Upgrade” and the resource lets iPhone 11, iPhone 11 P.....»»
NFC security flaw lets any Android phone unlock hotel room doors
A new security report claims a security flaw allows an Android phone with NFC capabilities to open the door to over a million hotel rooms. The post NFC security flaw lets any Android phone unlock hotel room doors appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Ghana"s free high school policy is getting more girls to complete secondary education: Study
Education drives economic growth and individual well-being. Secondary education, in particular, plays a crucial role. In recent decades, this recognition has encouraged several African countries to make secondary education free. One example is Ghana'.....»»
GM stops sharing driver data with brokers amid backlash
Customers, wittingly or not, had their driving data shared with insurers. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) After public outcry, General Motors has decided to stop sharing driving data from its connected car.....»»
Dogs’ brain activity shows they recognize the names of objects
Their reaction to the person naming an object might have masked signs of recognition. Enlarge / Wired for science! (credit: Marianna Boros, Eötvös Loránd University) Needle, a cheerful miniature schnauzer I had as a k.....»»
EPA compromises with auto industry on vehicle emissions rule
Amid industry backlash that initial requirements were unachievable in the six-year time frame, the EPA alleviated some of the pressure......»»
WhatsApp now lets users pin multiple messages to a chat
It’s been a while since WhatsApp introduced the ability to pin a message to a chat, so that it is always visible in that conversation. With the latest version of the app, Meta has introduced a small change to this feature that now lets users pin mu.....»»
Improving root senescence recognition with a new semantic segmentation model
Roots play a vital role in plant health, adapting to environmental changes and indicating crop growth. However, studying root senescence is challenging due to difficulties in obtaining clear in situ root images. Traditional methods are limited, and w.....»»
ChromeOS update lets you control which apps can see your location
In addition to protecting your privacy, Google is adding more granular app controls for your microphone and webcam......»»
Choose your side in a civil war with House of the Dragon’s dueling S2 trailers
Is it a war for the good of the realm, or the "satisfaction of vengeance"? This short teaser for S2 of HBO's House of the Dragon lets you choose between two full trailers. It's been a long wait for the second season of HBO's House o.....»»
This smart ring has a feature you would never expect
Smart rings usually track sleep and activity, but this smart ring lets you whisper to your choice of AI assistant. Seriously......»»