Unity backtracks on its controversial Runtime Fee plan following backlash
Unity is making changes to its upcoming Runtime Fee policy so it's less aggressive toward smaller developers and games already in development......»»
Amazon slashes Microsoft 365 Family by 50% for Prime Day
Amazon's Prime Day deal on Microsoft 365 discounts the 12-month Family Plan by a staggering 50%.Amazon has slashed Microsoft 365 Family by half.Pick up a year of Microsoft 365 Family for just $49.99, which is half off the $99.99 MSRP. Microsoft 365 i.....»»
Supplier used controversial sources for training Apple Intelligence
Apple has made a big deal out of paying for the data used to train its Apple Intelligence, but one firm it used is accused of allegedly ripping off YouTube videos.Apple Intelligence may have been trained less legally and ethically than Apple believed.....»»
Service departments weigh benefits, drawbacks of recouping credit card fees from customers
As dealer profits fallfrom pandemic highs, a growing number of retailers are considering a controversial tactic to help offset one of their top monthly costs: surcharges on credit card transactions in the service lane......»»
Sling TV begins some limited streaming in 4K resolution
Sling TV will show a good bit of sports in 4K resolution — if you have the right plan, the right hardware, and live in the right city......»»
Could resources on Mars support human explorers?
In the coming decades, multiple space agencies and private companies plan to establish outposts on the moon and Mars. These outposts will allow for long-duration stays, astrobiological research, and facilitate future solar system exploration. However.....»»
Highway to hell? Plan for Germany"s biggest motorway sparks anger
A proposal to create Germany's biggest motorway has sparked a backlash, with critics fearful the "monstrosity" will increase climate-damaging emissions, worsen noise pollution and harm biodiverse habitats......»»
On NYC beaches, angry birds fight drones patrolling for sharks and struggling swimmers
A fleet of drones patrolling New York City's beaches for signs of sharks and struggling swimmers is drawing backlash from an aggressive group of seaside residents: local shorebirds......»»
On NYC beaches, angry birds are fighting drones on patrol for sharks and swimmers
A fleet of drones patrolling New York City's beaches for signs of sharks and struggling swimmers is drawing backlash from an aggressive group of seaside residents: local shorebirds......»»
TotalEnergies Uganda oil project "devastating": conservationist
Production has yet to begin, but TotalEnergies' controversial East African oil project is already taking a dire environmental toll in Uganda's largest national parks, a leading conservationist group said Friday......»»
First “Miss AI” contest sparks ire for pushing unrealistic beauty standards
Influencer platform's controversial contest awarded prizes to three nonexistent people. Enlarge / An AI-generated image of "Miss AI" award winner "Kenza Layli" (left) and an unidentified AI-generated woman beside her. (credit: Ke.....»»
Save up to $1,300 when you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is already available for pre-order. If you plan it right, you can save over $1,000......»»
Does Samsung even have a game plan for its foldables?
Samsung just announced its latest foldables, but does the company have a game plan for the future of its foldable devices? The post Does Samsung even have a game plan for its foldables? appeared first on Phandroid. Samsung recently announc.....»»
Strava Announces a New Family-Tier Subscription Plan
The new plan will be available in 32 countries. The post Strava Announces a New Family-Tier Subscription Plan appeared first on Phandroid. Strava recently revealed that it was launching a new Family Plan, which is essentially a shared ann.....»»
Apple and Microsoft take a step back from OpenAI
Barely a week after news broke that Apple's Phil Schiller would join the OpenAI board in a non-voting observer role, the two companies are nixing that plan......»»
A Retracted Stem Cell Study Reveals Science’s Shortcomings
The withdrawal after 22 years of a controversial stem cell paper highlights how perverse incentives can distort scientific progress.....»»
Column: Investing through index funds is more popular than ever, so why is it becoming controversial?
Column: Investing through index funds is more popular than ever, so why is it becoming controversial?.....»»
Apple execs talk iOS 18’s divisive Photos app redesign in new interview
One of the biggest changes in iOS 18 is the all-new Photos app, which was been completely redesigned. In a new interview with The National, a trio of Apple executives discussed the new Photos app design, which has proven to be somewhat controversial.....»»
Apple Watch Series 10 to feature larger screen and thinner design, but new health features could be delayed
Apple has big changes in store for this year’s Apple Watch revamp. A new report today details that the Apple Watch Series 10 lineup will feature bigger screens, a thinner design, and faster performance. However, Apple has hit some snags in its plan.....»»
Apple’s F1 new details: first trailer, budget dispute, IMAX runtime, and more
Apple has already started the marketing machine for its first attempt at a summer blockbuster. Set to release in theaters next June, the Apple original F1 released a poster last week and now the first trailer has dropped alongside a variety of new ti.....»»
Apple reviving plans to make iPads in India – AirPods too
Apple’s plan to make iPads in India were put on hold after failed negotiations with the government over tax breaks, but the company is now reportedly making a fresh attempt. It’s now more than a year after we’d expected iPad production in In.....»»