Reddit could soon put some subreddits behind a paywall
According to Reddit CEO, it seems that the company is testing the idea of putting some subreddits behind a paywall. The post Reddit could soon put some subreddits behind a paywall appeared first on Phandroid. One of the appealing things ab.....»»
Apollo for Reddit developer launches iOS widget to help users learn a new language
You may remember Apollo for Reddit, one of the most popular third-party clients for Reddit that was shut down after Reddit changed its business model regarding offering access to its API. Christian Selig, the developer behind Apollo, is now launching.....»»
Reddit’s blockchain-based “Community Points” tokens crash after sunsetting
Tokens based on subreddit reputation saw dips over 85% after the announcement. Enlarge Reddit's Community Points, a blockchain-based rewards system for quality posts, comments, and other contributions in a subset of sub.....»»
Google Pixel 8 Pro user claims brother can "face unlock" phone. No, they"re not twins.
Google says its Pixel 8 face unlock system is more secure than ever, but one Redditor claims otherwise. Google Pixel 8's face unlock may have an odd security vulnerability, according to Reddit.A user with the moniker MotorTransportation8 (h/t A.....»»
Narwhal for Reddit app will cost $3.99/month, as tiered approach rejected
The Narwhal for Reddit app now has confirmed pricing, after surveying the views of users. The developer says that thoughts of tiered subscriptions have been abandoned, and that the app will instead have a single plan costing $3.99 per month. This.....»»
Reddit Sees Copyright Takedowns Peak While Subreddit Bans Drop
Reddit's latest transparency report shows a modest increase in DMCA takedown notices. The number of copyright infringement-related user- and subreddit bans has declined, however. The latest data follows a hectic period at Reddit, where protests over.....»»
Reddit forces personalized ads, starts X-like user payment program
Like it or not, Reddit wants to "improve ad performance." Enlarge (credit: Getty) Reddit rolled out some changes this week as its continues its push for revenue and profitability jumpstarted by its API rule changes in J.....»»
Amazon wants to charge a subscription fee for Alexa eventually
Amazon recently locked some of Alexa's Guard security features behind a paywall. Enlarge / Dave Limp discussing Amazon's coversational AI abilities at Amazon's devices event last week. (credit: Eric Lee for the Washington Post/G.....»»
Reddit to begin paying people for popular posts
The social media site will split revenue with contributors who are awarded "gold" by other users......»»
Elon Musk: Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, could go behind paywall
The billionaire suggested the social media platform, now called X, could charge for use of "the system"......»»
Elon Musk: Social media platform X could go behind paywall
The billionaire suggested the social media platform, now called X, could charge for use of "the system"......»»
Starfield’s missing Nvidia DLSS support has been added by a free mod
But full DLSS3 support is hidden behind a Patreon paywall. A video from modder PureDark shows off the performance benefits of DLSS3 in the Patreon-only version of his mod. Nvidia graphics card owners can rest easy; Starfield modders.....»»
Atlas VPN zero-day allows sites to discover users’ IP address
Atlas VPN has confirmed the existence of a zero-day vulnerability that may allow website owners to discover Linux users’ real IP address. Details about this zero-day vulnerability as well as exploit code have been publicly released on Reddit se.....»»
Reddit moderators without expertise leading to dangerous advice, say ousted mods
Reddit moderators who participated in protests against the company’s API charges say that they have been replaced by individuals who lack subject matter expertise. They say this is leading to dangerous advice being posted and going unchallenged in.....»»
Reddit faces content quality concerns after its Great Mod Purge
Concerns of Redditor safety, jeopardized research amid new mods and API rules. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) Did you know that improper food canning can lead to death? Botulism—the result of bacteria growing inside i.....»»
The mechanical keyboard that runs on Game Boy cartridge shells
Cartridge-based microcontroller is easy to move from keyboard to keyboard. Enlarge / FlatFootFox's TypeBoy with TypePaks installed. (credit: TheStuChef/Reddit) There's nothing like that burst of anticipation when first.....»»
iPhone 14 Pro users complain of major drops in battery health and capacity after less than a year
iPhone 14 Pro users are growing increasingly concerned about the state of their iPhone’s battery health. A number of iPhone 14 Pro users have taken to Twitter, Reddit, and more to share screenshots of their deteriorating battery capacity – less.....»»
Reddit beats film industry, won’t have to identify users who admitted torrenting
Court quashes subpoena for names of users who talked torrenting in 2011 thread. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Priscila Zambotto) Film companies lost another attempt to force Reddit to identify anonymous users who discu.....»»
Social media roundup: Reddit verification; users leaving Threads; CSAM-posting Twitter user reinstated by Musk
A form of Reddit verification is currently being tested, in the form of an “official” label for some accounts confirmed as authentic. For now at least, verification is only available to organizations, and not individuals, and the current test.....»»
Warcraft fans trick AI article bot with Glorbo hoax
The game's Reddit community was buzzing with excitement about a new feature... that doesn't exist......»»
Warcraft fans claim win over AI with Glorbo prank
The game's Reddit community was buzzing with excitement about a new feature... that doesn't exist......»»