When Employers Mandate a "Zoom Happy Hour"
In his "Technically Incorrect" column, Chris Matyszczyk shares one employee's gripe about their new lockdown-incuded online workplace: Writing to New York magazine's The Cut — specifically workplace advice columnist Alison Green — the em.....»»
What’s new on Tubi in August 2024
What's new on Tubi in August? Air Force One, Atomic Blonde, The Goonies, Happy Feet, Bram Stoker's Dracula, The Mummy, Ghost Rider, and more......»»
How published images of a "happy couple" can hurt victims of domestic abuse
According to the UK's Femicide Census, between 124 and 168 women have been killed by men in the country every year for the past 15 years. Most of these have been by current or former partners. These stories are, sadly, frequent and do not always make.....»»
Eve unveils new Eve Weather with Matter support
Eve has released the Matter version of its . This new model features a large display that shows outdoor temperature, humidity, and a local 12-hour weather trend. With the Matter upgrade, you can ask about current conditions via the Eve app or your pr.....»»
Dyson just launched a new pair of headphones
Dyson just launched a pair of wireless headphones in the form of the OnTrac which boasts a 55-hour battery life. The post Dyson just launched a new pair of headphones appeared first on Phandroid. When you think of Dyson, what comes to mind.....»»
Lucid Air retakes EV efficiency crown with 2025 model, beating Hyundai Ioniq 6
By adding a heat pump to save energy on heating and cooling, the Air Pure breaks a key threshold by traveling 5 miles per kilowatt-hour in EPA testing......»»
Appeals court rules parts adviser jointly employed by Herb Chambers dealership and management company
A Boston dealership and the company that has a management agreement with the store are joint employers of a parts adviser who sued them both over alleged wage violations, the Appeals Court of Massachusetts ruled......»»
A four-day week can work if staff and employers can deal with the challenges
It sounds like a dream for many people currently working five days a week: how about just doing four days and having a long weekend?.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: July 11, 2024 – iPhone camera rumors, Apple and Google’s new tool
On today’s episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss the news that the iPhone 16 Pro will get the same 5x zoom camera as the Pro Max, with bigger upgrades expected next year. We also cover Apple’s new feature that makes it easier to switch from Google.....»»
Apple has big camera upgrades lined up through iPhone 19 Pro
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims to have details about 2024's iPhone 16 Pro range, and how optical zoom will keep improving up to 2027's iPhone 19 Pro.Render of the iPhone 16 Pro and its camera systemCurrently, only the iPhone 15 Pro Max features a tetrap.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro to get same 5x zoom camera as Pro Max, bigger upgrades next year
The tetraprism camera available in the 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Pro Max offers up to 5x optical zoom for the telephoto lens. The smaller 6.1-inch iPhone 15 Pro did not get this upgrade, retaining its 3x zoom. However, both the upcoming 2024 iPhone 16 Pr.....»»
Apple has big upgrades in mind for the cameras all the way through the iPhone 19 Pro
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims to have details about 2024's iPhone 16 Pro range, and how optical zoom will keep improving up to 2027's iPhone 19 Pro.Render of the iPhone 16 Pro and its camera systemCurrently, only the iPhone 15 Pro Max features a tetrap.....»»
‘I was secretly working abroad for a month – my boss only found out on Zoom’
‘I was secretly working abroad for a month – my boss only found out on Zoom’.....»»
California fast food workers now earn $20 per hour. Franchisees are responding by cutting hours.
California fast food workers now earn $20 per hour. Franchisees are responding by cutting hours......»»
iPhone 16 Pro to feature 5x optical zoom, Apple supplier teases
Every year, Apple introduces new upgrades and capabilities for the iPhone’s camera system. This year with the iPhone 16 lineup, those changes are set to be especially substantial. Just two months out from the iPhone 16’s expected debut, one k.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Starling Home Hub now allows direct video streaming to HomeKit for Nest cameras, bypassing Google’s cloud
Even as an Apple user, I can appreciate some of the work Google has done with its . I use the Google Nest doorbell and the in my house, and I am very happy with them. I use the Starling Home Hub. The latest Starling firmware brings support for somet.....»»
Looking for an "outside the box" hire? You might rule-bending narcissist
Employers and recruiting firms aiming for high-performing self-starters frequently sprinkle job postings with terms like "ambitious," "thinks outside the box," "communicates persuasively" and "thinks strategically.".....»»
Feds who forced Ukrainian investor to sell rocket company backtrack years later
"I hope you now are happy. History will judge all of you guys." Enlarge / Firefly Aerospace's board of directors in the late 2010s: Tom Markusic, Max Polyakov, and Mark Watt. (credit: Firefly) A long, messy affair betwe.....»»
Apex Legends is introducing a new battle pass, and fans aren’t happy
Respawn announced a brand new battle pass system for Apex Legends, but it's already coming under intense criticism from the community......»»
iPhone 16 Pro again rumored to get Tetraprism zoom lens
The Tetraprism lens used in the iPhone 15 Pro Max will be used in more models for the iPhone 16 generation, according to a report seemingly confirming more orders for the component.Render of the iPhone 16 ProThe iPhone 15 Pro Max is the only one in t.....»»
How an "always-on" work culture can create a vicious cycle that damages workers and employers
The glamorization of high-pressure work environments, like the infamous "996" culture (where staff work from 9am until 9pm six days a week), often portrays relentless dedication and long hours as key to career success......»»