Overheard: View your repair shop from the perspective of the customer
Shop owners should spend a couple hours each month thinking about how the customer perceives their repair facility, Lauralee Schmidt, co-owner of Schmidt Auto Care in Springboro, Ohio, said on the "Ratchet+Wrench Radio" podcast......»»
Tesla to recall more than 1.8 million U.S. vehicles over hood problems
An unlatched hood could fully open and obstruct the driver's view, raising the risk of a crash. Tesla released an over-the-air software update to fix the issue......»»
Scientists untangle interactions between the Earth"s early life forms and the environment over 500 million years
The atmosphere, the ocean and life on Earth have interacted over the past 500-plus million years in ways that improved conditions for early organisms to thrive. Now, an interdisciplinary team of scientists has produced a perspective article on this c.....»»
Best refurbished iPhone deals: Get an iPhone 14 for $486
If you're looking for a new iPhone there are a lot of iPhone deals to shop, but if you want ultimate savings we've found the best refurbished iPhone deals......»»
Are you a workaholic? Here’s how to spot the signs
Psychologists now view an out-of-control compulsion to work as an addiction. Enlarge (credit: Bill Varie/Getty Images) An accountant who fills out spreadsheets at the beach, a dog groomer who always has time for one more.....»»
Hyundai dealership customer sues CDK over cyberattacks
A Hyundai dealership lease customer on July 22 joined other consumers who have sued CDK Global, alleging their data was put at risk by the June 19 cyberattacks suffered by the dealership management system provider. Ronaldo Proto of Connecticut filed.....»»
New aerospace and building materials could repair themselves thanks to fungi and bacteria
Researchers are using biological matter to create unique new materials that can adapt to their environment and repair themselves......»»
Curbee launches software platform to streamline dealership mobile service
Curbee has launched a software-service platform designed to help dealerships streamline and enhance their mobile services for technicians and customers, thereby improving customer loyalty, profitability, and the overall service experience......»»
9to5Mac Daily: July 25, 2024 – Apple Maps on the web and more
On today’s episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss a PSA about iOS 18 disabling old ‘Today’ view widgets. We also cover the rumor that the new ultra-thin iPhone 17 will feature just one camera. Additionally, Apple Maps has launched on the web in a.....»»
Pete Beck vs. Chris Kemp: The rocket rivalry you’ve got to see to believe
“I’m someone who wants to actually succeed from a business perspective." Enlarge / Chris Kemp is CEO of Astra. He has a colorful personality. (credit: Courtesy of HBO) Early on in the new documentary film Wild Wild S.....»»
Silkworms and shrimp may help regenerate damaged skin and bone
Researchers are exploring new nature-based solutions to stimulate skin and bone repair......»»
Tunable metasurface can control optical light in space and time, offering path to wireless communication channels
It is a scene many of us are familiar with: You're working on your laptop at the local coffee shop with maybe a half dozen other laptop users—each of you is trying to load websites or stream high-definition videos, and all are craving more bandwidt.....»»
Coalfire announces Cyber Security On-Demand portfolio
Coalfire announced its Cyber Security On-Demand portfolio to provide a flexible set of services that reduce cyber risks and remediate security vulnerabilities in customer environments. As attack surfaces grow, defenders need flexibility and a hacker.....»»
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: July 24, 2024
Applied Cryptographer Quantstamp | EMEA | Remote – View job details As an Applied Cryptographer, you will research about various cryptographic protocols and have knowledge of cryptographic primitives or concepts, like elliptic curve c.....»»
PSA: iOS 18 is going to disable your old ‘Today’ view widgets
Apple has done a lot of work with widgets in recent years. A new class of SwiftUI-based iPhone widgets debuted in iOS 14, were added to in subsequent years, became interactive in iOS 17, and have made their way to the Lock Screen, StandBy, and more......»»
CrowdStrike’s ubiquity under fire as Congress calls for CEO to testify
Congress fears worker shortage may delay CrowdStrike repairs. Enlarge / Travelers navigate customer service and ticketing lines at Ronald Regan Washington National Airport on July 19, 2024 in Washington, DC. A global computer out.....»»
LOKKER introduces web privacy risk summary for insurers
LOKKER released a new privacy solution for insurers: the ability to share on-demand web privacy risk reports with their insureds. These reports give insurers and the insured companies a simple view of their data privacy risk profile in eight differen.....»»
A mid-September test flight of Vulcan could permit a military launch this year
ULA looks to have a good shot at making its Vulcan rocket operational this year. Enlarge / A top-down view of United Launch Alliance's first Vulcan rocket before its liftoff in January. (credit: United Launch Alliance) U.....»»
Enough With the Arrogant Attitudes Towards Extreme Heat
In so many aspects of our culture, we view severe heat as something that should be willingly embraced, bravely endured, or blithely ignored......»»
Oura Ring diary: Should there be an Apple Ring?
My diary pieces have so far been limited to Apple products, but I’m writing an Oura Ring diary because I view it as a good test of whether I think a long-rumored Apple Ring would be a good idea. In other words, to answer the question we raised w.....»»
I reviewed the McAfee+ Premium bundle for antivirus protection. Is it worth it?
I researched and tested McAfee antivirus to check its malware protection, VPN quality, and customer service to find out is it offers good value......»»