Those scary warnings of juice jacking in airports and hotels? They’re nonsense
Juice jacking attacks on mobile phones are nonexistent. So why are we so afraid? Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Federal authorities, tech pundits, and news outlets want you to be on the lookout for a scar.....»»
Mophie resurrects its battery case for most of the iPhone 15 family at CES 2024
Mophie is going back to its roots for CES 2024 with the re-introduction of its juice pack battery case for the iPhone 15 line, alongside releasing more details on its Qi2 chargers.Mophie Juice Pack case returnsAfter years of developing phone cases th.....»»
The 18 best VPN services for 2024, reviewed by experts
It's scary knowing your data might not be private. VPNs help shield your online activities. To help you pick the right one, these are our favorite VPN services......»»
East Coast land continues to collapse at a worrying rate
It's steadily sinking or subsiding, which is destabilizing levees, roads, and airports. Enlarge / Lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center in New York City are reflected on a monument as the sun rises on December 22, 2023, as s.....»»
Night Swim review: a forgettable dip in the shallow end
Night Swim is an occasionally scary, but ultimately unremarkable horror exercise......»»
Storm Henk causes flooding and travel disruption in UK
Hundreds of flood warnings were in place in the UK on Wednesday, after strong winds and rain lashed large parts of the country, hitting travel and cutting power......»»
I tried the future of mobile gaming. Here’s the good, bad, and scary
Bringing AAA titles like Resident Evil Village to the iPad and iPhone is an impressive feat. But as exciting as it looks, the experience isn't for everyone......»»
3 great Netflix horror movies you should watch on New Year’s Day
Ring in 2024 by watching these three scary horror movies on Netflix on New Year's Eve......»»
3 great Netflix horror movies you should watch on New Year’s Eve
Ring in 2024 by watching these three scary horror movies on Netflix on New Year's Eve......»»
Apple"s October 2023 in review: Scary Fast new Macs, Google"s trial, and The Afterparty"s over
Apple slipped in some new Mac launches in October 2023, while a DOJ versus Google case slipped out some details about just how much the search firm pays the iPhone maker.Apple can be frightening when it wants to be.One sec — 30 days hath September,.....»»
How to check the battery level on the Yale Assure Lock 2
Trying to figure out how much juice is left in your Yale Assure Lock 2? Here's how to check its battery level using the smartphone app and on the lock itself......»»
"Doctor Who" Christmas specials ranked, and where to watch them
Sometimes scary, sometimes silly, often tragic, the holiday special is an emotional tradition. But what's the best of the batch? Plus, where to watch them! 'Tis the season to gather with loved ones around the warm glow of the TV to celebrate th.....»»
Volcanic eruption lights up Iceland after weeks of earthquake warnings—a geologist explains what"s happening
Lava erupted through a fissure in Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula on Dec. 18, 2023, shooting almost 100 feet (30 meters) in the air in its early hours......»»
Aquatic insects in restored streams need more rocks to lay their eggs
Likening it to providing more runways at busy airports, researchers at North Carolina State University found in a new study that adding protruding rocks to restored streams can help attract female aquatic insects that lay their eggs on the rock botto.....»»
Apple officially delays two remaining iOS 17 features to 2024
Following today’s release of iOS 17.2, Apple has updated its website to officially delay two features that were previously promised as coming this year. According to Apple, iOS 17’s AirPlay in hotels feature and Apple Music collaborative playlist.....»»
Apple delays AirPlay in Hotel, collaborative playlist iOS 17 features until 2024
A pair of features announced for iOS 17 won't be out in time for 2023, with AirPlay in Hotels and collaborative playlists for Apple Music delayed to sometime in 2024.Apple Music collaborative playlists are missing in iOS 17.2Apple regularly staggers.....»»
Booking.com customers targeted in hotel booking scam
Scammers are hijacking hotels’ Booking.com accounts and using them as part of a hotel booking scam aimed at tricking guests into sharing their payment card information. “Customers of multiple properties received email or in-app messages f.....»»
Hurricane season that saw storms from California to Nova Scotia ends Thursday
A busy hurricane season that saw the National Hurricane Center in Miami issue the first-ever tropical storm warning for the coast of California and hurricane warnings as far north as Nova Scotia is coming to a close Thursday night......»»
Research suggests sentinel warning calls may be universally understood across continents
Animals often use vocalizations to warn of nearby danger to others. While this information is generally intended for members of the same species, other species can eavesdrop on the warnings to use the information for their own benefit. Sentinels are.....»»
Booking.com hackers increase attacks on customers
Researchers say cyber-criminals are offering big sums for hotels' log-in details to target holidaymakers......»»
Apple Pay holiday promo offers up to 40% off jewelry, clothing, hotels, and more
Apple Pay has shared its latest discounts when using the payment method for the holidays. Eight retailers are offering 10-40% off jewelry, clothing, pet food/supplies, hotel rooms, and more including Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Champion, Columbia, Che.....»»