Waze with ‘PAW Patrol’ voices sounds like a chill car ride
Waze might have a way to keep your kids entertained during a drive without handing them a tablet: distract them with your navigation app. The company has added a PAW Patrol experience. Jon Fingas Contributor.....»»
Porsche’s third-gen Panamera plug-in hybrid pairs V8 with a big battery
We also test out the optional—and slightly odd—active ride system. Enlarge / The new Panamera design features raised wings over the hood and new nose section with central air intake. The Turbo E-Hybrid gets some visual differ.....»»
This hidden gem is the perfect game for your Thanksgiving day relaxation
If you're looking for a great game to chill out to after Thanksgiving dinner, this indie hidden gem is a perfect choice......»»
After driving the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, I finally get EV “engine” sounds
Fake gearshifts and powertrain noises enhance Hyundai’s electric hot hatch—mostly. Enlarge / The regular Hyundai Ioniq 5 is one of our favorite EVs. Now there's a hot hatch variant, and it's great. (credit: Hyundai).....»»
MediaTek’s new smartphone chip sounds too good to be true
MediaTek's latest midrange processor for Android phones is the Dimensity 8300, and it sounds incredible......»»
Who was behind the wheel? State patrol reveals new details about deadly I-70 crash in Ohio
Who was behind the wheel? State patrol reveals new details about deadly I-70 crash in Ohio.....»»
Listen to the seismic sounds as Iceland braces for likely volcanic eruption
"The activity is formidable, exciting, and scary." Enlarge / The Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland is mostly a barren waste of lava fields. (credit: Vincent van Zeijst/CC BY 3.0) Intensifying seismic activity these past fe.....»»
YouTube tests AI tool that clones pop stars" voices
The software allows users to create songs in the style of Sia, John Legend, Charli XCX and others......»»
Children"s spelling skills found to improve when teaching integrates movement
A new study from the University of Copenhagen's Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports shows that children who use their bodies to 'shape' letter sounds improve their spelling skills more than those who receive traditional classroom instruction.....»»
It sounds like science fiction. But we can now sample water to find the DNA of every species living there
Figuring out what species live in an ecosystem, and which ones are rare or just good at hiding is an essential way to understand and care for them. Until now, it's been very labor intensive......»»
Slopes ski and ride tracking app launches 3D maps, resort search, and trip planning
Alongside iOS 17 and watchOS 10 arriving in September, the fantastic Slopes app got a number of upgrades with StandBy support for iPhone, a new Apple Watch experience with Smart Stack support, Live Activity support, and more. Now Slopes is back with.....»»
TaskRabbit competitor being tested by Uber in two US cities
A TaskRabbit competitor dubbed Uber Tasks is being tested in two US cities by the ride-sharing company, as it seeks to address slowing revenue growth … more….....»»
Modern Warfare 3 Zombies: Mercenary Convoy guide
Zombies aren't the only threat in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3's new zombies mode. Finding a mercenary convoy isn't as easy as it sounds, but we can help......»»
Using miniature microphones to record rat"s happy squeaks
A team of neurobiologists at the University of Haifa's, Sagol Department of Neurobiology has found, via the use of novel miniature microphones, that rats make sounds when in the company of other rats for no other reason than because they are happy. I.....»»
Time is running out to add your name to NASA"s Europa Clipper
Six weeks remain for you to add your name to a microchip that will ride aboard the spacecraft as it explores Jupiter's moon Europa......»»
"One-chance" in Lagos: How criminal gangs rob city commuters
"One-chance" is the name Nigerians use for a form of robbery that takes place in both public and private vehicles when people accept the offer of a ride. It is an organized crime, perpetrated by people who work together, using a strategy of hailing p.....»»
Uber and Lyft to Pay $328 Million in New York Wage Theft Settlement
Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft will pay a combined $328 million to settle wage theft claims in New York, Attorney General Letitia James announced. NEW YORK — Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft will pay a combined $328 m.....»»
iPhone has built-in rain sounds that help you sleep. Here"s how to play them.
iPhone has a hidden feature that plays nature sounds that help you sleep soundly. Yes, it's true! Your iPhone has built-in nature sounds that can be played continuously. If you, like me, doze off to sleep more quickly with white noise playing i.....»»
Waze Adds Crash History Alerts to Warn You on Crash-Prone Roads
Waze remains one of the most useful tools for daily commuters and anyone who gets in a car during what could be a busy traffic hour. Its real-time, crowd-sourced info really can cut off significant amounts of time from a drive, help you avoid a speed.....»»
New York falls under a spectral “death chill” in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire teaser
"The last thing you see is your own tear ducts freezing up." The Spengler family returns to their New York City roots to battle an evil force in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. A mysterious evil force has put New York City into a deadl.....»»
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire trailer brings a chill to NYC
The first trailer for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire brings the new team to New York City just in time for a supernatural arctic blast that may freeze the city......»»