| Virtuix is developing a home version of its Omni VR treadmill Posted: 07 Oct 2020 03:00 AM PDT  It's been a long time since we first got to try out Virtuix's Omni VR treadmill and the company is finally preparing to roll out a more-compact consumer version of the device. It plans to ship the gaming-focused Omni One in the second half of 2020. T... |
| YouTube limits experimental features to paid Premium subscribers Posted: 07 Oct 2020 02:26 AM PDT  If you've used YouTube recently, you know that it really, really wants you to sign up for a paid Premium subscription. Now, Google is providing another incentive by allowing Premium users to try out experimental features still under development (via... |
| Super Nintendo World will open its doors in Japan next spring Posted: 07 Oct 2020 01:10 AM PDT  Nintendo's theme park was already supposed to be open ahead of the Tokyo Summer Olympics, but like the games themselves, that plan was pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, Super Nintendo World is set to open in the spring of 2021, again jus... |
| Eero makes it easier for your ISP to support mesh networking Posted: 07 Oct 2020 12:15 AM PDT  While we usually prefer to set up our own routers, the reality is that for various reasons a lot of people end up sticking with wireless networking hardware that comes from their internet service provider. If that's the case, then at least now more p... |
| Google's updated WiFi router starts at $99, or $199 for a 3-pack Posted: 06 Oct 2020 09:47 PM PDT  Just because Google released a Nest WiFi router last year doesn't mean it's retiring the one it launched back in 2016. In fact, the tech giant has given the original Google WiFi router a refresh and a new price point for those looking to boost their... |
| 'NBA 2K21' trailer shows what players can expect on PS5 and Xbox Series X Posted: 06 Oct 2020 08:21 PM PDT  We're a little over a month away from the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X going on sale, but 2K Sports is giving us a peek at what next-gen basketball will really look like. In a follow-up to its sweaty Zion Williamson preview from this summer, a new... |
| Vizio's first 4K OLED TVs are on sale starting at $1,200 Posted: 06 Oct 2020 06:20 PM PDT  At CES in January Vizio revealed it would finally add a couple of OLED options to its TV lineup, and now they're going on sale. With their incredible contrast and ability to produce details while watching dark scenes, OLED TVs have remained at the to... |
| Facebook has banned QAnon Posted: 06 Oct 2020 02:28 PM PDT  The QAnon conspiracy theory is no longer welcome on any of Facebook's apps. The social network is banning QAnon entirely even if the accounts in question aren't explicitly discussing violence, Facebook now says."Starting today, we will remove any Fac... |
| House Democrats push Congress to break up Big Tech monopolies Posted: 06 Oct 2020 02:18 PM PDT  Congress should consider forcing the breakup of Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google into smaller companies that can't enter into adjacent lines of business (via NBC News). That's the main recommendation of a 449-page report (PDF) the Democrats on the... |
| Kindle Essentials bundles are cheaper than ever ahead of Prime Day Posted: 06 Oct 2020 01:39 PM PDT  Those who have a Kindle on their holiday shopping list are in luck. Amazon's running an early Prime Day deal that knocks up to $70 off a couple of Kindle Essential bundles, which include the e-reader, a case and a power adapter. Prime members can gra... |
| These speakers let you experience exclusive seasonal performances Posted: 06 Oct 2020 12:40 PM PDT  At the best of times, life as a musician before the coronavirus pandemic was hard. Now that it's unsafe to tour and perform in front of a live audience, it's nearly impossible. But a company called Oda, founded long before the coronavirus was on anyo... |
| Arlo's latest cameras can run for up to six months on a single charge Posted: 06 Oct 2020 12:24 PM PDT  Arlo has announced updated versions of two of its wireless security cameras. The $199.99 Pro 4 can capture 2K HDR footage in a 160-degree field of view. It connects directly to WiFi, so it can work as a standalone camera. However, you can integrate t... |
| A decade in, Instagram is bigger than ever. So are its problems. Posted: 06 Oct 2020 11:30 AM PDT  When Instagram first launched a decade ago, it was nothing like Facebook. The app, which began as a Foursquare-like check-in network, had one purpose: to make photo sharing easy (and make those pictures prettier in the process). It's easy to forget n... |
| Ducati is producing a motorcycle with built-in radar Posted: 06 Oct 2020 11:14 AM PDT  Ducati has started production on what it claims is the "world's first motorcycle equipped with front and rear radar technology." The company worked with Bosch on the radar system, which allows the Multistrada V4 to offer some rider support features.E... |
| Get rid of insects with the Wizap™ Monster Posted: 06 Oct 2020 10:55 AM PDT  Few things in life are more obnoxious (and potentially dangerous) than being swarmed by mosquitos and other flying insects. Whether you're an avid camper who spends days on end in the great outdoors or you simply like to unwind on your unscreened por... |
| Google is beefing up password security on mobile versions of Chrome Posted: 06 Oct 2020 10:44 AM PDT  Google has rolled a series of security updates into the latest version of Chrome on Android and iOS, pushing the mobile browser toward parity with its desktop granddaddy. Chrome 86, the version that lands today, will support Safety Check on Android a... |
| Google expands Assistant accessibility tools with new speech integration Posted: 06 Oct 2020 10:42 AM PDT  One thing that makes voice-activated helpers like Google Assistant so powerful is that you don't need to interact with a visual software interface to get the most out of its functionality. For those who have trouble seeing or don't have fine motor co... |
| Google is giving Web Stories a bigger spotlight in its mobile app Posted: 06 Oct 2020 10:14 AM PDT  Google is bringing Web Stories (formerly known as AMP Stories) to the Discover feed in its iOS and Android app. The format is designed to show off visual content in a similar vein to Snapchat and Instagram Stories. Before today, Web Stories had mostl... |
| 'Population One' is the best VR battle royale yet Posted: 06 Oct 2020 10:00 AM PDT  We've seen a few attempts at battle royale shooters in VR, like Virtual Battlegrounds and Rec Royale, but so far they haven't managed to capture the hectic magic of Fortnite and Apex Legends. It's often too clunky to traverse large maps, and matching... |
| Netflix now works on Facebook's Portal TV Posted: 06 Oct 2020 09:20 AM PDT  If you have Facebook's Portal TV device, you can now use it to stream Netflix shows and movies. The streaming giant had been a notable omission from a lineup that includes Amazon Prime Video, Showtime, Sling TV and, of course, Facebook Watch. Faceboo... |
| Apple will reveal the iPhone 12 on October 13th Posted: 06 Oct 2020 09:11 AM PDT  Apple's new Watches and iPads just had their turn in the spotlight; now it's time for the iPhone 12 to take the stage. The company has just sent out invites to an event on October 13th at 10AM Pacific/1PM Eastern with the tagline "Hi, Speed."By all a... |
| SpaceX wins contract to make US missile tracking satellites Posted: 06 Oct 2020 08:08 AM PDT  SpaceX continues to get cozier with the US military. The private spaceflight outfit has won a Space Development Agency contract (via Space News and The Verge) to build missile warning and tracking satellites for the Defense Department. The roughly $1... |
| Wondercise’s on-demand fitness classes pair with your existing smartwatch Posted: 06 Oct 2020 08:00 AM PDT  If you're looking for on-demand fitness classes that sync up with the tracker on your wrist, Apple's upcoming Fitness+ service isn't your only option. Wondercise, the Taiwanese on-demand fitness service, is rolling out its platform to the wider world... |
| A bunch of Amazon services are on sale ahead of Prime Day 2020 Posted: 06 Oct 2020 07:30 AM PDT  Amazon Prime Day 2020 is only one week away, so now's the time to hop on that 30-day free trial for new Prime members. The online retailer's annual shopping event brings deep discounts on thousands of products, from tech to home essentials and everyt... |
| Grado's first true wireless earbuds promise the brand's 'signature sound' Posted: 06 Oct 2020 07:15 AM PDT  Grado is best known for its classic headphone designs, but it's now jumping into thoroughly modern hardware with its first true wireless earbuds. The new GT220 buds reportedly preserve Grado's "signature sound" despite the Bluetooth link, promising a... |
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