RealVNC is dropping its “Home” plan and barely noting its free “Lite” option
Some pretty dark patterns make free version of remote desktop tool hard to find. Enlarge (credit: RealVNC) RealVNC will soon end its "Home" plan that's free to use for up to three users and five devices. If you still wan.....»»
Echo Show 10 vs. Nest Hub (2nd Gen): which smart display is better for your home?
The Echo Show 10 is larger and more expensive than the Nest Hub (2nd Gen), but is it the better smart display? Here's what to know before making a purchase......»»
Julian Assange to plead guilty but is going home after long extradition fight
"Julian is free!" wife wrote after Assange struck deal with US government. Enlarge / Julian Assange in an airplane in a photo posted by WikiLeaks on June 25, 2024. (credit: WikiLeaks) WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has.....»»
Study: The diminishing impact of casino free-play promotions
Free-play campaigns—or gambling money on the house—have gotten big. They are the dominant play incentive in the gaming industry, where the most money is spent to get players in the door and keep them coming back for more. But new research suggest.....»»
NBA Draft 2024 live stream: Can you watch for free?
The 2024 NBA Draft gets underway on Wednesday, and here are all the best ways you can watch a live stream for free or cheap......»»
Dollars and scents: How the right smells can encourage shoppers to buy healthier foods
Imagine walking down the aisle of your local grocery store. The scent of mixed herbs catches your attention, mentally transporting you to a kitchen filled with the aroma of your favorite home-cooked meal......»»
Researchers develop MoonIndex, open-source software that allows study of lunar surface
With MoonIndex, researchers from Constructor University and the National Institute of Astrophysics in Italy have developed an open-source software that for the first time gives scientists access to a free tool that creates science-ready products from.....»»
Best 75-inch TV deals: big screen from $490
If your home theater setup could use an upgrade -- or an up-size, perhaps -- then these 75-inch TV deals are the best place to start looking......»»
Second Apple campus at Research Triangle Park delayed by up to four years
Work still hasn’t started on a second Apple campus some six years after the company announced the plan, and a new report says that work on the project has now been further delayed by “up to four years.” That could mean a full decade between.....»»
Ferroptosis: Comprehensive review of important cell death mechanism
Ferroptosis is a cell death mechanism that has only become known comparatively recently, being named in 2012. This so-called non-apoptotic cell death occurs when too many oxygen radicals and free iron are present in a cell. Certain molecules in the c.....»»
iPadOS 18 lets you format external drives on an iPad [U: iPhone too]
Digital artist and developer Kabel Cadle has spotted a handy new feature in iPadOS 18. For the first time, you can format external drives on an iPad, choosing between three different format options. Update: The same option is also available on the iP.....»»
Scientists identify safe havens we must preserve to prevent "the sixth great extinction of life on Earth"
In a new article, a coalition of conservationists and researchers have shown how we can protect Earth's remaining biodiversity by conserving just a tiny percentage of the planet's surface. This affordable, achievable plan would make it possible for u.....»»
This brute of a power station will power almost anything — even A/C
The EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 is a massive 4-kilowatt-hour power station that fits into the home well and, with a little elbow grease, can also hit the road......»»
Narwal Freo X Ultra review: smart and powerful whole home cleaning
The Narwal Freo X Ultra is a robot vacuum and mop with plenty of tech packed into a unit that doesn't ruin your home's aesthetic.Narwal Freo X Ultra reviewThere are a lot of robot vacuum and mop products on the market, so it can be challenging to sta.....»»
Sir Peter Beck unplugged: “Transporter can do it for free for all we care”
"Look, there's no accidental monopoly. They are a ruthless competitor." Enlarge / Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck speaks during the opening of the new Rocket Lab factory on October 12, 2018, in Auckland, New Zealand. (credit: Phil Walt.....»»
Stellar Data Recovery Premium review: Great support isn’t always enough
I reviewed Stellar Data Recovery's three subscription plans and a free version to find out which is best and offers the most value......»»
What to do if the Wi-Fi option isn’t showing in Windows 11
If your Wi-Fi toggle isn't showing up in Windows 11, there are a few different ways we can fix it, from re-enabling the adapter, to reinstalling the drivers......»»
The 8 best subwoofers for 2024: add boom to your movie or music room
If you’re looking for some extra thump in your home theater system, we recommend investing in a subwoofer. Here are seven of our favorite models for 2024......»»
iOS 18’s drive-formatting option shows how far iPhones have come for power users
The beta's Files app lets you format external drives in APFS, exFat, and FAT. Enlarge / The 2024 iPad Pro. (credit: Samuel Axon) Apple has added the ability to format external drives in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, the major so.....»»
iOS 18 beta 2 now available with iPhone Mirroring and more
As expected, iOS 18 beta 2 is now available for developers. The update comes two weeks after iOS 18 was announced at WWDC. iOS 18 includes new features like upgraded home screen customization, a revamped Control Center, and much more. more….....»»
Apple announces first premium podcast, available to listen early access with Apple TV+ subscription
Apple has been commissioning original podcasts for a while, but this new one is a bit different. Previously, Apple’s podcasts have all been released via open public RSS feeds, free to all. However, Apple’s new podcast series, ‘My Divo’, wi.....»»