The real-life gentleman pirate behind HBO Max’s new series Our Flag Means Death
"It's swashbuckling! Let's have fun with it!" Enlarge / Rhys Darby stars as gentleman pirate Stede Bennett in the upcoming HBO Max comedy series Our Flag Means Death. (credit: YouTube/HBO Max) It's no secret that Ars staffers.....»»
Look, this is the definitive answer to what ‘Air’ in iPad Air really means
Remember when Apple discontinued the original HomePod and still sold the HomePod mini? The question at the time was “mini compared to what?” Apple later revived the HomePod with a second-gen model, restoring balance to the universe. Now the iP.....»»
This app brings Dashboard-style web clip widgets to Apple Vision Pro
With Mac OS X Leopard, which was released in 2007, Apple added a feature called “Web Clip” to Dashboard. This allowed users to turn any part of a website into a live widget that could then be added to Dashboard and would update in real-time. W.....»»
Study shows how avocado pruning residues can be used produce more sustainable food packaging
Although plastic allows food to be packaged safely and hygienically, its extensive use constitutes a significant environmental challenge due to its limited recyclability and short shelf life. Thus, industry and the scientific community have been look.....»»
The First Person to Receive a Pig Kidney Transplant Has Died
The hospital that carried out the procedure two months prior says there’s “no indication” that the transplant was related to his death......»»
XCOM’s Jake Solomon is moving on to the life sim genre at new studio
XCOM and Midnight Suns developer Jake Solomon has opened a new studio, which is hard at work on an ambitious life sim......»»
If you have to watch one Amazon Prime Video show this May, stream this one
This acclaimed 2021 Amazon Prime Video series is one of the best shows in the last 5 years, and should be streamed as soon as possible......»»
Beethoven likely didn’t die from lead poisoning, new hair analysis reveals
There was also mercury and arsenic but none of the toxins likely caused composer's death. Enlarge / Portrait of Beethoven by Joseph Karl Stieler, 1820. Toxocology analysis of the composer's locks of hair showed high levels of lea.....»»
These Razer Blade RTX 40 series laptops are still on sale for ridiculous prices
The Razer Blade RTX 40 series gaming laptops are still on sale at incredible prices for the month of May. Don't miss out if you're ready to upgrade......»»
What does the ‘Air’ in ‘iPad Air’ mean nowadays? Greg Joswiak has an answer
After Apple’s iPad-focused event last week, many observers – including yours truly – pointed out that the new iPad Pro is actually thinner and lighter than the iPad Air. This had me wondering what “Air” actually means nowadays for Apple......»»
Denon adds Siri functionality to its lineup of smart speakers
You can now use Siri on select Denon Home Series speakers — provided you already have a HomePod in your house.The Denon Home Sound Bar 550Denon, a company known for its wireless receivers and smart speakers, has quietly rolled out a feature that al.....»»
Krysten Ritter has lost her memories in trailer for Orphan Black: Echoes
How far would you go to discover who you are? Krysten Ritter stars as Lucy in Orphan Black: Echoes, which picks up in 2052, 37 years after the original series ended. Fans of the dystopian sci-fi thriller series Orphan Black have bee.....»»
When consumers would prefer a chatbot over a person
Actually, sometimes consumers don't want to talk to a real person when they're shopping online, a new study suggests. In fact, what they really want is a chatbot that makes it clear that it is not human at all......»»
This is our best look yet at the Google Pixel 9 series
The Google Pixel 9 models have just gotten one of their most comprehensive leaks yet. Here's what we've learned about their design and specs......»»
Hurry! This 75-inch 4K TV is discounted to $470 at Best Buy
Insignia Have you always dreamed of upgrading your home theater setup with a massive screen? Now’s a great chance to make it happen because the 75-inch Insignia F30 Series 4K TV, which is already relatively affordable at its original price of $.....»»
Best new iPad Pro and iPad Air accessories to keep your device safe and stylish
Sparked by new Apple iPad Pro and iPad Air models, third-party makers are debuting a host of accessories. Here are the ones we like the most.iPad Air and iPad Pro accessory roundupApple recently debuted new iPad Air and iPad Pro models, which means i.....»»
Beethoven likely didn’t die from lead poisoning, new DNA analysis reveals
There was also mercury and arsenic but none of the toxins likely caused composer's death. Enlarge / Portrait of Beethoven by Joseph Karl Stieler, 1820. Toxocology analysis of the composer's locks of hair showed high levels of lea.....»»
Tracing the origins of organic matter in Martian sediments
Although Mars presents a barren, dusty landscape with no signs of life so far, its geological features such as deltas, lakebeds, and river valleys strongly suggest a past where water once flowed abundantly on its surface. To explore this possibility,.....»»
Discovery of biomarkers in space—conditions on Saturn"s moon Enceladus simulated in the laboratory
In 2018, very large organic molecules were discovered in ice particles on Saturn's moon Enceladus. It is still unclear whether they indicate the existence of life or were created in some other way. A recent study could help to answer this question. I.....»»
Grab the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus and a Charging Dock for only $99!
Grab this offer while it lasts. The post Grab the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus and a Charging Dock for only $99! appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re looking for an affordably-accessible tablet, Amazon’s Fire-series devices have alw.....»»
Indonesia flood death toll rises to 43 with 15 missing
The death toll from flash floods and cold lava flow from a volcano in western Indonesia over the weekend has risen to 43 with 15 more missing, officials said Monday......»»