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2021-08-11 13:00:00 |
Apple\'s Privacy Mythology Doesn\'t Match Reality (lien direct) |
The company's claims cloak threats to millions of users' iCloud, iMessage, and facial verification data. |
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2021-08-11 12:00:00 |
The 23 Best Back-to-School Deals on Laptops and Dorm Gear (lien direct) |
Need a new computer or just a soothing weighted blanket for the new school year? We found deals on some of our favorites. |
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2021-08-11 11:00:00 |
The IPCC Report\'s Silver Lining: We Can Tackle Methane Now (lien direct) |
The landmark assessment was dire. But it shows that by slashing methane emissions, humanity can make rapid progress in fighting climate change. |
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2021-08-11 10:00:00 |
The Pain Was Unbearable. So Why Did Doctors Turn Her Away? (lien direct) |
A sweeping drug addiction risk algorithm has become central to how the US handles the opioid crisis. It may only be making the crisis worse. |
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2021-08-10 16:46:29 |
A 5G Shortcut Leaves Phones Exposed to Stingray Surveillance (lien direct) |
You may not have the full story about what network you're on-and how well you're protected. |
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2021-08-10 13:00:00 |
Gymnasts Make the Wolf Turn Look Easy. Physics Shows It\'s Not (lien direct) |
The spin seems simple if you're just watching it on TV. But it's a complex move that requires understanding your center of mass. |
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2021-08-10 12:00:00 |
Pac-Man 99 Is a Battle Royale Game That\'s Actually Accessible (lien direct) |
Cool fact: The ghosts' hunting algorithm, which is the key to the original game and to Ms. Pac-Man, is apparently also present in 99. |
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2021-08-10 12:00:00 |
22 Dorm-Friendly Picks for Heading Back to College (lien direct) |
Deck out your living space and make chemistry class a cinch with our favorite gear. |
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2021-08-10 11:00:00 |
Biden Wants More EVs on Roads. What About Charging Stations? (lien direct) |
The president called for 40 percent of new cars to be electric by 2030. But motorists still fret about running out of juice-even if it rarely happens. |
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2021-08-10 11:00:00 |
Smart Cities, Bad Metaphors, and a Better Urban Future (lien direct) |
Shannon Mattern's new book 'A City Is Not a Computer' digs into the data, dashboards, and language that keep people from building better, safer communities. |
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2021-08-10 11:00:00 |
Pokémon Unite Is the Perfect, Simple Game We Need Right Now (lien direct) |
Every round of this addictive summer jam contains small successes, big successes, big failures, and finally, the catharsis of a win or loss. |
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2021-08-10 09:00:00 |
The NYPD Had a Secret Fund for Surveillance Tools (lien direct) |
Documents reveal that police bought facial-recognition software, vans equipped with x-ray machines, and “stingray” cell site simulators-with no public oversight. |
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2021-08-09 13:00:00 |
How to Use Running Apps to Hit the Road (lien direct) |
There are tons of services out there to help, whether you're a total beginner or getting back into it. Here's how to make the most of them. |
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2021-08-09 12:00:00 |
TikTok Smells Like Gen X Spirit (lien direct) |
On the app you'll see a raucous reboot of "slacker" attitude. Or not. Whatever. |
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2021-08-09 12:00:00 |
Dualtron\'s New E-Scooter Eats Steep Hills for Breakfast (lien direct) |
At $2,699, it's not for everyone. But this electric kick scooter can crush inclines and will travel well more than 25 miles. |
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2021-08-09 11:00:00 |
The Squishy, Far-Out New Experiments Headed to the ISS (lien direct) |
Muscle cells, 3D-printed lunar regolith, and le Blob will soon orbit 250 miles above Earth. |
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2021-08-09 11:00:00 |
The 7 Best Laptops and Tablets for College Students (lien direct) |
Whatever your higher-ed goals, these campus-ready computers will help you crush them. |
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2021-08-09 11:00:00 |
Twitter\'s Photo-Cropping Algorithm Favors Young, Thin Females (lien direct) |
The findings emerged from an unusual contest to identify unfairness in algorithms, similar to hunts for security bugs. |
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2021-08-09 08:00:00 |
The UN Climate Report: All Is Not Well-but All Is Not Lost (lien direct) |
A major new report from the IPCC paints a devastating portrait of climate change. But it also shows that it's not too late for drastic action. |
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2021-08-08 13:00:00 |
Watch Out, Beyond Burgers-the Fungi Renaissance Is Here (lien direct) |
While the popular plant-based meats grab all the headlines, a much more humble foodstuff is poised to lead the next wave of alternative proteins. |
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2021-08-08 13:00:00 |
If YouTube Algorithms Radicalize Users, Data Doesn\'t Show It (lien direct) |
New research tracking people's behavior on the platform found that most don't go down those ever-deepening rabbit holes. |
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2021-08-08 12:00:00 |
A Failed Star Called \'The Accident\' Puzzles Astronomers (lien direct) |
The brown dwarf isn't a star and it's not a planet. But it's illuminating the murky borderlands that separate the two. |
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2021-08-08 12:00:00 |
How to turn Online Friends Into IRL Ones (lien direct) |
If you're struggling to make new friends, you're not alone. But tech and little tenacity can help you can find-or build-community. Here's how. |
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2021-08-08 11:00:00 |
Our Favorite Products to Use Over and Over Again (lien direct) |
Ditch your single-use products and cut down on waste. Here's some of our favorite reusables, from water bottles to menstrual products. |
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2021-08-08 11:00:00 |
What You Should Know About the Google Play Store Changes (lien direct) |
With the first updates kicking in this month, Android apps should be more streamlined and lightweight. Google is also getting a greater level of control. |
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2021-08-08 11:00:00 |
The Delta Variant Has Warped Our Risk Perception (lien direct) |
Gone are the easy, thoughtless choices of hot vax summer. Making decisions that balance safety and sanity just got a lot more complicated. |
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2021-08-07 13:00:00 |
Microsoft Edge\'s \'Super Duper Secure Mode\' Does What It Says (lien direct) |
Plus: Facebook account hacks, Instagram-ban scammers, and more of the week's top security news. |
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2021-08-07 13:00:00 |
With Kate, Netflix Is Still Looking for Its Own John Wick (lien direct) |
A new trailer for the action thriller starring Mary Elizabeth Winstead shows a familiar premise. |
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2021-08-07 12:00:00 |
Can You Recycle a Hard Drive? Google Is Trying to Find Out (lien direct) |
Rare-earth magnet recycling could reduce the need to mine for more resources, leading to more sustainable data centers. |
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2021-08-07 12:00:00 |
Our Favorite Sun Protection Clothes for Everyday Wear (lien direct) |
The sun is a giver of life-but get too much of it and you're toast. These are the best hats, arm coverings, and shirts to shield yourself. |
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2021-08-07 11:00:00 |
AI Wrote Better Phishing Emails Than Humans in a Recent Test (lien direct) |
Researchers found that tools like OpenAI's GPT-3 helped craft devilishly effective spearphishing messages. |
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2021-08-07 11:00:00 |
The 13 Best Weekend Deals on TVs, Laptops, and Vibrators (lien direct) |
We've scoured the internet for the best deals to keep you entertained during quarantine part two. |
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2021-08-07 11:00:00 |
All the Ways Spotify Tracks You-and How to Stop It (lien direct) |
Whether you're listening to workout music or a "cooking dinner" playlist, the app can show you ads based on your mood and what you're doing right now. |
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2021-08-06 16:00:00 |
He-Man Gets a New Twist in Masters of the Universe: Revelation (lien direct) |
The new Netflix series is a sleek update to the 1980s cartoon. But it's not without flaws. |
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2021-08-06 13:00:00 |
The SMART Health Card Is Not a Vaccine Passport-Kinda (lien direct) |
Plus: The man behind the cryptographic technique, the danger in calculating risks, and fries worth a small fortune. |
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2021-08-06 13:00:00 |
Even Snoop Can\'t Save the Olympics (lien direct) |
As the Games wind down, his recap show with Kevin Hart has been a social media highlight. But little else has broken through. |
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2021-08-06 13:00:00 |
Putin Is Crushing Biden\'s Room to Negotiate on Ransomware (lien direct) |
A new cybercrime treaty Russia presented to the UN signals once again that the regime won't help clamp down on attacks. |
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2021-08-06 13:00:00 |
These Great Hearing Aids Look Just Like Regular Earbuds (lien direct) |
Signia's app-controlled in-ear buds reduce the stigma of wearing hearing aids while making the world around you sound clearer. |
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2021-08-06 12:00:00 |
How Memes Became Weapons in the Culture Wars (lien direct) |
This week, we talk about the history of memes, where they originate, and how they influence politics and society. |
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2021-08-06 11:00:00 |
A Field Guide for Nature-Resistant Nerds (lien direct) |
Yes, yes, the dirt is horrifying. But it's also how we make bitcoin apps. |
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2021-08-06 11:00:00 |
Where to Get a Covid-19 Vaccine, and What to Expect (lien direct) |
Vaccines are rolling out across the US. These tips will help you figure out where to find an appointment in your in your area, and how to prepare. |
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2021-08-06 09:00:00 |
Even Small Volcanic Eruptions Could Create Global Chaos (lien direct) |
Relatively minor meltdowns might destroy underwater cables and disrupt vital industries, scientists say, creating a cascade of economic misery. |
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2021-08-05 21:39:22 |
Messaging Apps Have an Eavesdropping Problem (lien direct) |
Vulnerabilities in Signal, Facebook Messenger, Google Duo, and more all point to a pervasive privacy issue. |
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2021-08-05 21:03:54 |
Apple Walks a Privacy Tightrope to Spot Child Abuse in iCloud (lien direct) |
With a new capability to search for illegal material not just in the cloud but on user devices, the company may have opened up a new front in the encryption wars. |
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2021-08-05 21:00:20 |
John Deere Doubles Down on Silicon Valley and Robots (lien direct) |
The farm-equipment giant is buying Bear Flag Robotics, which makes autonomous tractors, marking its second big tech buy in four years. |
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2021-08-05 14:00:00 |
Protecting the Immune-Compromised Keeps Everyone Safe (lien direct) |
It isn't just about social responsibility. It's about ending the pandemic and not giving the coronavirus chances to evolve. |
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2021-08-05 13:00:00 |
Amazon\'s Massive GDPR Fine Shows the Law\'s Power-and Limits (lien direct) |
It's the first significant GDPR ruling against Big Tech. But secrecy around the decision exposes the regulation's flaws. |
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2021-08-05 12:00:00 |
These Games Taught Me to Love the Fremium Grind (lien direct) |
Free-to-play games get a bad rep, but the good ones can keep you hooked in all the right ways-especially when you have a lot more time on your hands. |
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2021-08-05 11:00:00 |
What Rat Empathy May Reveal About Human Compassion (lien direct) |
Rats may feel concern when cage mates are trapped. But, like people, they don't always care enough to help. |
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2021-08-05 11:00:00 |
These Algorithms Look at X-Rays-and Somehow Detect Your Race (lien direct) |
A study raises new concerns that AI will exacerbate disparities in health care. One issue? The study's authors aren't sure what cues are used by the algorithms. |
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