NLRB Complaint Against Amazon for Retaliation Against Employee After Walkout
NLRB files complaint against Amazon for allegedly retaliating against employee involved in work-from-home protest efforts.
How to unlock the amazing trivia The Boys Season 4 keeps hidden
Prime Video's X-Ray tool enhances streaming by providing instant actor and music information. For 'The Boys' Season 4, X-Ray offers trivia, including improvised lines and cast background. Users can access trivia by selecting "X-Ray IMDB" or "Trivia" and using "Jump to scene" to revisit relevant scenes with new insights.
How to watch Mexico vs. Jamaica in the 2024 Copa America: Livestream, TV channels, Premier Sports, Sling TV, Optus Sport and more
Summarize: Watch Mexico vs Jamaica in the 2024 Copa America on: Sling TV (US), Premier Sports (UK), TSN Plus (Canada), and Optus Sport (Australia). Using a VPN may be necessary for viewing in certain locations.
Anker 3-in-1 Power Bank on Sale for Just $35.99
Anker 3-in-1 Power Bank on sale for $35.99 at Amazon, saving you $9 with a 20% off coupon.
Jetflicks Pirates Sentenced to Prison for Running Massive Streaming Service
Five men imprisoned for operating Jetflicks, an illegal streaming service with a catalog larger than Netflix, Hulu, Vudu, and Amazon Prime combined. The content was stolen, and the service generated millions in revenue.
Phoenix SecureCore UEFI Firmware Vulnerabilities Impact Intel CPUs and Motherboards
Eclypsium has found critical buffer overflow vulnerabilities in Phoenix SecureCore UEFI firmware used in Intel CPUs and motherboards by multiple vendors. This "UEFIcanhazbufferoverflow" exploit allows for arbitrary code execution and potentially full-system control. Affected users are advised to update their BIOS immediately but must back up important files and the original BIOS beforehand. Eclypsium's automated binary analysis system detected the vulnerability, highlighting the benefits of AI in cybersecurity.
Aliexpress launches Pocket 386: an 80386SX embedded processor laptop with VGA display
Aliexpress sells retro computer recreations in modern designs, including the Pocket 386 which combines Palm Pilot-like internals with a Book 8088 design, featuring an embedded 386 processor, 8MB RAM, a 4,000 mAh battery, an 800x480 display, and runs Windows 3.x or MS-DOS, though Windows 95 support is possible but slow due to the system’s technical limitations.
Finally, a way to stream 1993's Zombies Ate My Neighbors to your iPhone.
Summarize: Antstream, a retro video game streaming service, is coming to iPhone and iPad on June 27. It offers over 1,300 classic games, including "Zombies Ate My Neighbors" and "Super Star Wars." The subscription costs $4.99 per month or $39.99 per year, but Apple users get a launch discount of $3.99 per month or $29.99 per year.
Impersonation Attacks on X: A Symptom of a Degraded Verification System
Rebecca Bellan discovers her X profile has been impersonated with a paid blue checkmark, raising concerns about the weakened verification system that allows bots to impersonate users.
Welcome Back to TechCrunch's Week in Review
TechCrunch's Week in Review covers: AI company startup, Fisker's bankruptcy, medical data theft, Adobe's lawsuit, OpenAI's acquisition, physical keyboard phone case, social network for humans and AI, Apple's Pay Later halt, Outlook email impersonation vulnerability, Google-challenging AI search startup, improved AI video generation model, and discussions on AI representation and Fisker's failures with Eurocentric bias in AI.
Unlocking Data Value: OmniAI Transforms Unstructured Enterprise Data for AI Analytics
Most companies struggle to extract value from their data due to siloed and pigeonholed data. OmniAI, founded by former Y Combinator-backed engineers, offers tools that transform unstructured enterprise data into a format compatible with data analytics and AI.
The Quest for Open Source AI: OSI Battles Semantic Noise
The debate over the meaning of "open source" in the AI context has led to a lack of consensus and accusations of companies like Meta mislabeling their products. The Open Source Initiative is working to define "open source AI" with its current draft focusing on freedoms of use, inspection, modification, and distribution, while acknowledging the challenges of sharing training datasets and the distinct nature of AI models compared to software.
Microsoft Gives Up on Underwater Data Center Project
Microsoft has discontinued its Project Natick underwater data center experiment, stating they will apply learnings to other projects but have no plans for future UDC development.
Raspberry Pi Autonomous Talking Rover Uses ChatGPT for Custom Responses
Larry's Workbench created Floyd, an autonomous talking rover powered by a Raspberry Pi and ChatGPT. Floyd features speech-to-text and text-to-speech, a mobile base, and a movable arm.
Jensen Huang Unveils Future of DLSS: AI-Generated Textures, Objects, and NPCs
Nvidia plans future DLSS iterations featuring AI-generated textures, objects, and NPCs for enhanced gaming performance and visual fidelity.
Seagate Opens Storefront on eBay to Sell Refurbished Hard Drives
Seagate launches eBay storefront to sell recertified hard drives to reduce e-waste and expand sustainability.
Watch Euro 2024 Online: How to Live Stream Every Match
Euro 2024's Belgium vs. Romania match can be watched on Fox in the US, ITV1 in the UK, TSN Plus in Canada, and Optus Sport in Australia. VPNs can be used to access matches if they're not available locally.
Walmart Plus Week Sales Include Apple AirPods (Second Generation) Earbuds
Popular Apple AirPods (second generation) earbuds, featuring excellent sound quality and convenience, are now available at discounted prices through Walmart Plus Week sales.
Apple Intelligence Features Blocked in Europe Due to Regulatory Concerns
Summarize: Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring, and SharePlay Screen Sharing unavailable in EU due to Digital Markets Act concerns.
Use Apple Pay and Apple Card on Amazon for Flexible Payments
Apple Pay is now available on the Amazon app.
Brainstorms: A Great Gig in the Sky
"Brainstorms," an interactive live experience, combines Pink Floyd's music with brain activity tracking, creating mesmerizing visualizations that reveal how music affects different people.
Kaspersky Lab hit by further U.S. sanctions, antivirus products banned completely
U.S. bans Kaspersky antivirus software over concerns about Russian government ties.
AMD's Zen 5 Mobile Processors Slated for July, Benchmarks Surface
AMD's Zen 5 processors (Ryzen AI 300, Ryzen 9000) rumored for release on July 15 and 31; engineering sample tests show 15-17% performance improvement over previous generation; includes powerful NPU with 50 TOPS.
Hong Kong Customs Seizes $1.5 Million Worth of Intel Xeon CPUs
Hong Kong Customs recently seized 596 Intel Xeon CPUs valued at $1.5 million from a private car, arresting a 51-year-old driver and warning against smuggling.
Qualcomm Makes Optimised AI Models Available for Snapdragon X Elite
Qualcomm releases optimized AI models for its Snapdragon X Elite platforms, providing developers easy access to pre-trained models and tools for AI application development.
Apple AirTags on sale for $20 off as part of Walmart Plus Week
Apple AirTags, which help locate lost items using Bluetooth and seamless integration with iPhone and the Find My app, are discounted by $20 at Walmart Plus Week and available at the same price on Amazon for a limited time.
Walmart Plus Week
Limited time deal on Roku 4K streaming stick at Walmart Plus Week for $10 off ($48.98). Features 4K video output, popular streaming apps, Dolby Vision and HDR10 support. Consider purchasing for TVs with poor interfaces or older TVs lacking smart apps.
Apple’s back-to-school sale: $50 off iPads and $100 off laptops, plus a $150 gift card
Apple's Back-To-School Sale: $50 off iPads, $100 off laptops, and a $150 gift card with purchase.
AfterHour: The New Social Investing App That Brings Credibility and Trust
AfterHour, a startup by Kevin Xu, aims to revolutionize retail investing by creating a platform where users can share their verified trades and engage with a transparent community, fostering credibility and deterring scams
U.S. to Limit Investments in China's AI, Semiconductors, and Quantum Computing Sectors
US plans to restrict investments in China, especially in AI, semiconductors, and quantum computing, to limit China's technological advancements and protect national security.
VKD3D Proton 2.13 Released: Improves OpenVR, OpenXR, Nvidia Reflex, and More
VKD3D Proton 2.13 improves DirectX12 support for Linux games, fixes issues in Assassin's Creed: Mirage, Halo: Infinite, and other titles, and includes performance tweaks for Ghost of Tsushima.
Siri, Type to Me
Talking to AI assistants in public can be awkward due to self-consciousness, noise, and others' perceptions. Apple's new feature in iOS 18 allows users to type to Siri instead of speaking, providing a more comfortable and private way to use AI assistants in public.
TCL 115-inch TV Unboxing: OMG This Thing is Huge
Unboxing a massive 115-inch TCL TV (over 9 feet wide, weighing 220 pounds) required a freight elevator, three handlers, and ingenuity.
Best TV Shows and Movies for Kids Streaming This Summer
Streaming platforms Disney Plus, Paramount Plus, Netflix, Apple TV Plus, Peacock, and Prime Video offer summer entertainment for kids with new releases like "Ariel," "Bluey," "Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," "Me," "Yo Gabba GabbaLand," and more.
Watch India vs. Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup: How to stream it live from anywhere
Willow TV offers a $10-per-month subscription to stream the India vs. Bangladesh 2024 T20 World Cup match in the US and Canada; it's free on PTV Sports in Pakistan; Disney+ Hotstar provides access in India; Sky Sports or Now stream it in the UK; and Amazon Prime carries it in Australia.
When to expect the iOS 18 public beta for iPhone
iOS 18 public beta for iPhones expected in early July 2024, featuring customizable screens, satellite texting, and other updates.
Snapdragon Laptops Take on Intel and Apple in Battery-Life Showdown
Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon X Elite CPUs deliver 14-15 hours of battery life, exceeding most Intel laptops but falling short of MacBooks with larger batteries. Still, it's a significant improvement over previous Windows on Arm devices.
Live Stickers: How to make custom stickers from your photos in iOS 17
iOS 17 introduces Live Stickers, which allows users to convert photos into stickers to send in Messages.
Today's Connections Puzzle Answers
Connections puzzle in the New York Times presents 16 words to group into four, with hints for each group's theme.
How to access the Elden Ring DLC
Elden Ring's DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, offers a new area, weapons, and bosses. To access it, defeat bosses Starscourge Radahn and Mohg, Lord of Blood, then touch the withered arm in Mohgwyn Palace.