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TL;DR. The Verge is about technology and how it makes us feel. Founded in 2011, we offer our audience everything from breaking news to reviews to award-winning features and investigations, on our site, in video, and in podcasts. (theverge.com - 3 min.)

Is This Decades-Old BBQ Chicken Recipe the Best Ever? Cornell chicken is legendary in upstate New York and it couldn't be simpler to make. (cnet.com - 4 min.)

Nest Wifi vs. Google Wifi: Which Is the Better Mesh Router? While both mesh systems from Google are outdated at this point, but they'll still get you steady and reliable whole-home Wi-Fi. (cnet.com - 4 min.)

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This just-released tool can get the job done. A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses Microsoft's strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. But the way it's implemented might make some people nervous. (zdnet.com - 5 min.)

10 Nightmarish Horror Movies Streaming on Max. The Warner Bros. streamer has beefed up its horror selection in the name of spooky season. (gizmodo.com - 6 min.)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

federal government – Techdirt. Posts about federal government written by Tim Cushing and Techdirt. (techdirt.com - 11 min.)

You must watch this amazing presentation about a bespoke McDonald’s mural. Panic’s Cabel Sasser gave a fantastic speech at XOXO Fest 2024 about Wes Cook, the artist behind an amazing and bespoke painting at a McDonald’s in Centralia, Washington. Have you heard of Wes Cook? After watching this, you will. (theverge.com - 17 min.)

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. Work on Asahi’s Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. (arstechnica.com - 18 min.)

Hackers are making robot vacuums randomly yell racial slurs. Hackers are making robot vacuums randomly yell racial slurs. The attackers also got full control of the units. (engadget.com - 19 min.)

Juicebox’s EV charging customers get a reprieve. With Enel X Way USA shutting down, Juicebox owners were expecting to lose their connectivity features. But now the company says its working with a financial services company to auction off its software management assets, and customers will be transferred to the winner. In other words, the Juicebox app may live on. (theverge.com - 20 min.)

What’s next for offshore wind. New projects and financial headwinds will make 2024 a bumpy year for the industry. (technologyreview.com - 24 min.)

Grab This Great Portable Power Station Deal Before Amazon Finally Ends It. Save a whopping $1,650 on this EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra power station with 7,200 watts of power before Amazon pulls the plug. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Bank Has the Highest Savings Rate Right Now -- But There's a Catch. Need motivation to save? This savings account offers the highest interest rate available. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Grab Some Popcorn and Stream These 27 Must-Watch K-Dramas on Netflix. Stream horror thrillers like Parasyte: The Grey or older favorites like My Mister on the streaming service. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2024: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel. The latest in rooftop solar panel technology is nearly 25% efficient. But does having the most efficient panel really make a difference? (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Steam adds the harsh truth that you’re buying “a license,” not the game itself. The harsh truth is timed to a new California law against false advertising. (arstechnica.com - 27 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Weekend Beats Sale at Amazon: Headphones & speakers Under $100. The weekend Beats sale at Amazon drives prices below $100 on several popular Beats products, from Solo 4 headphones to the Beats Pill wireless Bluetooth speaker. (appleinsider.com - 31 min.)

facial recognition tech – Techdirt. Posts about facial recognition tech written by Tim Cushing. (techdirt.com - 33 min.)

Why Is Jack Smith’s Unsealed Motion, Outlining Trump’s Criminal Actions to Overturn the 2020 Election, Not the Top Story? Link to: https://politicalwire.com/2024/10/03/why-is-this-not-the-top-story/ (daringfireball.net - 40 min.)

Meta 'found mistakes and made changes' to address Threads moderation issues. Meta will fix “mistakes” in how Threads enforces its rules after days of complaints about the company’s handling of content moderation on the service. (engadget.com - 41 min.)

Amazon Still Has This PlayStation 5 Slim Console for $50 Off. Amazon is still offering $50 on both versions of the new, slimmer PlayStation 5, but you'll have to act fast if you want one. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Plan for Lifelong Eye Health With These 4 Expert-Approved Tips. Use these simple tips to keep your eye health on track as you age. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Are Your Friends Obsessed With CrossFit? We've Got Some Gift Ideas for You. Your complete guide to gifts for your fitness fiend of a friend. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

How to Take a Screenshot on Any iPhone or Android Phone. Here's how to capture your screen on any phone, from the iPhone 15 to the Pixel 8 to the Samsung Galaxy S24. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

clearview ai – Techdirt. Posts about clearview ai written by Tim Cushing and Leigh Beadon. (techdirt.com - 55 min.)

Cops Don’t Love Teslas After All. Charging wasn’t even their #1 issue. (gizmodo.com - 55 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Brutal new war movie on Netflix is perfect for everyone who loved Shogun. Uprising, a brutal, action-packed new South Korean imperial war movie produced by Park Chan-wook, is now streaming on Netflix. (bgr.com - 59 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Canisteo Shades Review - includes Matter and HomeKit. Elevate your HomeKit setup with Matter-enabled Canisteo motorized shades These shades offers smart home automation with easy installation. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Tomb Raider IV-VI and Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are getting remasters. I don’t know who needs to hear this, because that era of 3D platformers haven’t necessarily aged well — but I’m feeling some nostalgia well up anyhow! The three-game Tomb Raider collection is coming February (trailer below), while Jedi Power Battles (trailer here) is coming January. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Amazon Still Has My Go-To Electric Screwdriver Set on Sale After Amazon Prime Day. Good news! This sleek, minimalist Hoto screwdriver is still on sale after Amazon Prime Day. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Upgrade Your TV Audio With the Roku Streambar, Still on Sale After Prime Day. You may not need a new TV just yet. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Here's How Long Eggs Really Last in the Fridge. Plus, why we refrigerate our eggs to begin with. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best Internet Providers in Butler, Ohio. Spectrum is the easy pick for internet in Butler, but it comes with price increases after the first year. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Extreme Temperatures: Benefits of Saunas and Cold Plunges for Sleep. Saunas and cold plunges have long been used in physical therapy and relaxation, but can these returning trends really help you sleep? (cnet.com - 1 time)

The Apple Card Was Rated No. 1 in Customer Satisfaction. Why? Commentary: I've been writing about credit cards for seven years and I just don't get the Apple Card hype. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best Over-the-Counter Eye Drops of 2024. Are your eyes giving you trouble? We've found the best drops for any type of eye problem. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Which Has More Caffeine, Drip Coffee or Espresso? Knowing which type of coffee to reach for will help you fine-tune your morning or afternoon jolt of caffeine. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best Innerspring Mattress in 2024. Get classic comfort with one of the best innerspring mattresses of the hundreds we've tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Grab This Great Portable Power Station Deal Before Amazon Finally Ends It. Save a whopping $1,650 on this EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra power station with 7,200 watts of power before Amazon pulls the plug. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Weekend Beats Sale at Amazon: Headphones & speakers Under $100. The weekend Beats sale at Amazon drives prices below $100 on several popular Beats products, from Solo 4 headphones to the Beats Pill wireless Bluetooth speaker. (appleinsider.com - 31 min.)

Amazon Still Has This PlayStation 5 Slim Console for $50 Off. Amazon is still offering $50 on both versions of the new, slimmer PlayStation 5, but you'll have to act fast if you want one. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Amazon Still Has My Go-To Electric Screwdriver Set on Sale After Amazon Prime Day. Good news! This sleek, minimalist Hoto screwdriver is still on sale after Amazon Prime Day. (cnet.com - 1 time)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

Weekend Beats Sale at Amazon: Headphones & speakers Under $100. The weekend Beats sale at Amazon drives prices below $100 on several popular Beats products, from Solo 4 headphones to the Beats Pill wireless Bluetooth speaker. (appleinsider.com - 31 min.)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Amazon Still Has My Go-To Electric Screwdriver Set on Sale After Amazon Prime Day. Good news! This sleek, minimalist Hoto screwdriver is still on sale after Amazon Prime Day. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Upgrade Your TV Audio With the Roku Streambar, Still on Sale After Prime Day. You may not need a new TV just yet. (cnet.com - 1 time)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. Work on Asahi’s Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. (arstechnica.com - 18 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

The Apple Card Was Rated No. 1 in Customer Satisfaction. Why? Commentary: I've been writing about credit cards for seven years and I just don't get the Apple Card hype. (cnet.com - 1 time)

You must watch this amazing presentation about a bespoke McDonald’s mural. Panic’s Cabel Sasser gave a fantastic speech at XOXO Fest 2024 about Wes Cook, the artist behind an amazing and bespoke painting at a McDonald’s in Centralia, Washington. Have you heard of Wes Cook? After watching this, you will. (theverge.com - 17 min.)

What’s next for offshore wind. New projects and financial headwinds will make 2024 a bumpy year for the industry. (technologyreview.com - 24 min.)

Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2024: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel. The latest in rooftop solar panel technology is nearly 25% efficient. But does having the most efficient panel really make a difference? (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Best Over-the-Counter Eye Drops of 2024. Are your eyes giving you trouble? We've found the best drops for any type of eye problem. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Best Innerspring Mattress in 2024. Get classic comfort with one of the best innerspring mattresses of the hundreds we've tested. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Tomb Raider IV-VI and Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are getting remasters. I don’t know who needs to hear this, because that era of 3D platformers haven’t necessarily aged well — but I’m feeling some nostalgia well up anyhow! The three-game Tomb Raider collection is coming February (trailer below), while Jedi Power Battles (trailer here) is coming January. (theverge.com - 1 time)

TL;DR. The Verge is about technology and how it makes us feel. Founded in 2011, we offer our audience everything from breaking news to reviews to award-winning features and investigations, on our site, in video, and in podcasts. (theverge.com - 3 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Meta 'found mistakes and made changes' to address Threads moderation issues. Meta will fix “mistakes” in how Threads enforces its rules after days of complaints about the company’s handling of content moderation on the service. (engadget.com - 41 min.)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

10 Nightmarish Horror Movies Streaming on Max. The Warner Bros. streamer has beefed up its horror selection in the name of spooky season. (gizmodo.com - 6 min.)

Grab Some Popcorn and Stream These 27 Must-Watch K-Dramas on Netflix. Stream horror thrillers like Parasyte: The Grey or older favorites like My Mister on the streaming service. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Brutal new war movie on Netflix is perfect for everyone who loved Shogun. Uprising, a brutal, action-packed new South Korean imperial war movie produced by Park Chan-wook, is now streaming on Netflix. (bgr.com - 59 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Meta 'found mistakes and made changes' to address Threads moderation issues. Meta will fix “mistakes” in how Threads enforces its rules after days of complaints about the company’s handling of content moderation on the service. (engadget.com - 41 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Upgrade Your TV Audio With the Roku Streambar, Still on Sale After Prime Day. You may not need a new TV just yet. (cnet.com - 1 time)

TL;DR. The Verge is about technology and how it makes us feel. Founded in 2011, we offer our audience everything from breaking news to reviews to award-winning features and investigations, on our site, in video, and in podcasts. (theverge.com - 3 min.)

Juicebox’s EV charging customers get a reprieve. With Enel X Way USA shutting down, Juicebox owners were expecting to lose their connectivity features. But now the company says its working with a financial services company to auction off its software management assets, and customers will be transferred to the winner. In other words, the Juicebox app may live on. (theverge.com - 20 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Amazon Still Has My Go-To Electric Screwdriver Set on Sale After Amazon Prime Day. Good news! This sleek, minimalist Hoto screwdriver is still on sale after Amazon Prime Day. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Upgrade Your TV Audio With the Roku Streambar, Still on Sale After Prime Day. You may not need a new TV just yet. (cnet.com - 1 time)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

This Bank Has the Highest Savings Rate Right Now -- But There's a Catch. Need motivation to save? This savings account offers the highest interest rate available. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Canisteo Shades Review - includes Matter and HomeKit. Elevate your HomeKit setup with Matter-enabled Canisteo motorized shades These shades offers smart home automation with easy installation. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Steam adds the harsh truth that you’re buying “a license,” not the game itself. The harsh truth is timed to a new California law against false advertising. (arstechnica.com - 27 min.)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

The Apple Card Was Rated No. 1 in Customer Satisfaction. Why? Commentary: I've been writing about credit cards for seven years and I just don't get the Apple Card hype. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This just-released tool can get the job done. A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses Microsoft's strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. But the way it's implemented might make some people nervous. (zdnet.com - 5 min.)

Weekend Beats Sale at Amazon: Headphones & speakers Under $100. The weekend Beats sale at Amazon drives prices below $100 on several popular Beats products, from Solo 4 headphones to the Beats Pill wireless Bluetooth speaker. (appleinsider.com - 31 min.)

clearview ai – Techdirt. Posts about clearview ai written by Tim Cushing and Leigh Beadon. (techdirt.com - 55 min.)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

This Bank Has the Highest Savings Rate Right Now -- But There's a Catch. Need motivation to save? This savings account offers the highest interest rate available. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Hackers are making robot vacuums randomly yell racial slurs. Hackers are making robot vacuums randomly yell racial slurs. The attackers also got full control of the units. (engadget.com - 19 min.)

Are Your Friends Obsessed With CrossFit? We've Got Some Gift Ideas for You. Your complete guide to gifts for your fitness fiend of a friend. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. Work on Asahi’s Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. (arstechnica.com - 18 min.)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Canisteo Shades Review - includes Matter and HomeKit. Elevate your HomeKit setup with Matter-enabled Canisteo motorized shades These shades offers smart home automation with easy installation. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

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This Bank Has the Highest Savings Rate Right Now -- But There's a Catch. Need motivation to save? This savings account offers the highest interest rate available. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Cops Don’t Love Teslas After All. Charging wasn’t even their #1 issue. (gizmodo.com - 55 min.)

Tomb Raider IV-VI and Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are getting remasters. I don’t know who needs to hear this, because that era of 3D platformers haven’t necessarily aged well — but I’m feeling some nostalgia well up anyhow! The three-game Tomb Raider collection is coming February (trailer below), while Jedi Power Battles (trailer here) is coming January. (theverge.com - 1 time)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

10 Nightmarish Horror Movies Streaming on Max. The Warner Bros. streamer has beefed up its horror selection in the name of spooky season. (gizmodo.com - 6 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Amazon Still Has This PlayStation 5 Slim Console for $50 Off. Amazon is still offering $50 on both versions of the new, slimmer PlayStation 5, but you'll have to act fast if you want one. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Grab Some Popcorn and Stream These 27 Must-Watch K-Dramas on Netflix. Stream horror thrillers like Parasyte: The Grey or older favorites like My Mister on the streaming service. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Brutal new war movie on Netflix is perfect for everyone who loved Shogun. Uprising, a brutal, action-packed new South Korean imperial war movie produced by Park Chan-wook, is now streaming on Netflix. (bgr.com - 59 min.)

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Weekend Beats Sale at Amazon: Headphones & speakers Under $100. The weekend Beats sale at Amazon drives prices below $100 on several popular Beats products, from Solo 4 headphones to the Beats Pill wireless Bluetooth speaker. (appleinsider.com - 31 min.)

Tomb Raider IV-VI and Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are getting remasters. I don’t know who needs to hear this, because that era of 3D platformers haven’t necessarily aged well — but I’m feeling some nostalgia well up anyhow! The three-game Tomb Raider collection is coming February (trailer below), while Jedi Power Battles (trailer here) is coming January. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Grab Some Popcorn and Stream These 27 Must-Watch K-Dramas on Netflix. Stream horror thrillers like Parasyte: The Grey or older favorites like My Mister on the streaming service. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Meta 'found mistakes and made changes' to address Threads moderation issues. Meta will fix “mistakes” in how Threads enforces its rules after days of complaints about the company’s handling of content moderation on the service. (engadget.com - 41 min.)

Juicebox’s EV charging customers get a reprieve. With Enel X Way USA shutting down, Juicebox owners were expecting to lose their connectivity features. But now the company says its working with a financial services company to auction off its software management assets, and customers will be transferred to the winner. In other words, the Juicebox app may live on. (theverge.com - 20 min.)

Cops Don’t Love Teslas After All. Charging wasn’t even their #1 issue. (gizmodo.com - 55 min.)

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This just-released tool can get the job done. A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses Microsoft's strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. But the way it's implemented might make some people nervous. (zdnet.com - 5 min.)

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. Work on Asahi’s Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. (arstechnica.com - 18 min.)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Canisteo Shades Review - includes Matter and HomeKit. Elevate your HomeKit setup with Matter-enabled Canisteo motorized shades These shades offers smart home automation with easy installation. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Grab Some Popcorn and Stream These 27 Must-Watch K-Dramas on Netflix. Stream horror thrillers like Parasyte: The Grey or older favorites like My Mister on the streaming service. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

The best smart TV VPNs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed. These are the best VPNs compatible with your smart TV. The right VPN will help you stream safely and access your content libraries without drastically impacting your speed. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This just-released tool can get the job done. A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses Microsoft's strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. But the way it's implemented might make some people nervous. (zdnet.com - 5 min.)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

Amazon Still Has This PlayStation 5 Slim Console for $50 Off. Amazon is still offering $50 on both versions of the new, slimmer PlayStation 5, but you'll have to act fast if you want one. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

10 Nightmarish Horror Movies Streaming on Max. The Warner Bros. streamer has beefed up its horror selection in the name of spooky season. (gizmodo.com - 6 min.)

Grab Some Popcorn and Stream These 27 Must-Watch K-Dramas on Netflix. Stream horror thrillers like Parasyte: The Grey or older favorites like My Mister on the streaming service. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

TL;DR. The Verge is about technology and how it makes us feel. Founded in 2011, we offer our audience everything from breaking news to reviews to award-winning features and investigations, on our site, in video, and in podcasts. (theverge.com - 3 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

How to Take a Screenshot on Any iPhone or Android Phone. Here's how to capture your screen on any phone, from the iPhone 15 to the Pixel 8 to the Samsung Galaxy S24. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2024: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel. The latest in rooftop solar panel technology is nearly 25% efficient. But does having the most efficient panel really make a difference? (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

You must watch this amazing presentation about a bespoke McDonald’s mural. Panic’s Cabel Sasser gave a fantastic speech at XOXO Fest 2024 about Wes Cook, the artist behind an amazing and bespoke painting at a McDonald’s in Centralia, Washington. Have you heard of Wes Cook? After watching this, you will. (theverge.com - 17 min.)

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. Work on Asahi’s Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. (arstechnica.com - 18 min.)

Meta 'found mistakes and made changes' to address Threads moderation issues. Meta will fix “mistakes” in how Threads enforces its rules after days of complaints about the company’s handling of content moderation on the service. (engadget.com - 41 min.)

Best Over-the-Counter Eye Drops of 2024. Are your eyes giving you trouble? We've found the best drops for any type of eye problem. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2024: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel. The latest in rooftop solar panel technology is nearly 25% efficient. But does having the most efficient panel really make a difference? (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Here's How Long Eggs Really Last in the Fridge. Plus, why we refrigerate our eggs to begin with. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Extreme Temperatures: Benefits of Saunas and Cold Plunges for Sleep. Saunas and cold plunges have long been used in physical therapy and relaxation, but can these returning trends really help you sleep? (cnet.com - 1 time)

This Bank Has the Highest Savings Rate Right Now -- But There's a Catch. Need motivation to save? This savings account offers the highest interest rate available. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Plan for Lifelong Eye Health With These 4 Expert-Approved Tips. Use these simple tips to keep your eye health on track as you age. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Best Over-the-Counter Eye Drops of 2024. Are your eyes giving you trouble? We've found the best drops for any type of eye problem. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Tomb Raider IV-VI and Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are getting remasters. I don’t know who needs to hear this, because that era of 3D platformers haven’t necessarily aged well — but I’m feeling some nostalgia well up anyhow! The three-game Tomb Raider collection is coming February (trailer below), while Jedi Power Battles (trailer here) is coming January. (theverge.com - 1 time)

How to Take a Screenshot on Any iPhone or Android Phone. Here's how to capture your screen on any phone, from the iPhone 15 to the Pixel 8 to the Samsung Galaxy S24. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Best Over-the-Counter Eye Drops of 2024. Are your eyes giving you trouble? We've found the best drops for any type of eye problem. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Top Best Buy deals for October Prime Day 2024: Still available. Best Buy's 48-hour Flash Sale took place this week (Oct. 8-9), rivaling October Prime Day. While the big box retailer's sale is over, you can still score deals on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

How to Take a Screenshot on Any iPhone or Android Phone. Here's how to capture your screen on any phone, from the iPhone 15 to the Pixel 8 to the Samsung Galaxy S24. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

Grab This Great Portable Power Station Deal Before Amazon Finally Ends It. Save a whopping $1,650 on this EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra power station with 7,200 watts of power before Amazon pulls the plug. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

The Samsung tablet I most recommend is not a flagship - and it's still available for sale for October Prime Day. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE and S9 FE+ are excellent large-screen tablets for work and play. During Amazon's post-Big Deal Days sales event, you can buy the Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ for over $80 off. (zdnet.com - 1 time)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Amazon Still Offers iPad 9 at Prime Day Price to Combat Prime Day FOMO. If you've had your eye on a new iPad, now's the time to snag one for nearly half-off at Amazon. (gizmodo.com - 30 min.)

Best Internet Providers in Butler, Ohio. Spectrum is the easy pick for internet in Butler, but it comes with price increases after the first year. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Cops Don’t Love Teslas After All. Charging wasn’t even their #1 issue. (gizmodo.com - 55 min.)

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Steam adds the harsh truth that you’re buying “a license,” not the game itself. The harsh truth is timed to a new California law against false advertising. (arstechnica.com - 27 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Apple Intelligence privacy features: Here’s what you should know - 9to5Mac. Apple Intelligence is coming soon, with a privacy-first approach to AI computing. Here’s everything you should know. (9to5mac.com - 1 time)

Juicebox’s EV charging customers get a reprieve. With Enel X Way USA shutting down, Juicebox owners were expecting to lose their connectivity features. But now the company says its working with a financial services company to auction off its software management assets, and customers will be transferred to the winner. In other words, the Juicebox app may live on. (theverge.com - 20 min.)

Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2024: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel. The latest in rooftop solar panel technology is nearly 25% efficient. But does having the most efficient panel really make a difference? (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Govee Light Bar Is Down to Its Lowest Price of the Year Post-Prime Day. It's like Prime Day never ended. Save $35 with the on-page coupon from Amazon and snag these LED light bars from Govee. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Forget Amazon Prime Day, Govee Prime Days are Here for Spooky Halloween Prep with Up to 50% off. You don't need to hand over an arm and a leg to score some scary good deals up to 50% off this season from Govee. (gizmodo.com - 1 time)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Brutal new war movie on Netflix is perfect for everyone who loved Shogun. Uprising, a brutal, action-packed new South Korean imperial war movie produced by Park Chan-wook, is now streaming on Netflix. (bgr.com - 59 min.)

Weekend Beats Sale at Amazon: Headphones & speakers Under $100. The weekend Beats sale at Amazon drives prices below $100 on several popular Beats products, from Solo 4 headphones to the Beats Pill wireless Bluetooth speaker. (appleinsider.com - 31 min.)

Plan for Lifelong Eye Health With These 4 Expert-Approved Tips. Use these simple tips to keep your eye health on track as you age. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Juicebox’s EV charging customers get a reprieve. With Enel X Way USA shutting down, Juicebox owners were expecting to lose their connectivity features. But now the company says its working with a financial services company to auction off its software management assets, and customers will be transferred to the winner. In other words, the Juicebox app may live on. (theverge.com - 20 min.)

What’s next for offshore wind. New projects and financial headwinds will make 2024 a bumpy year for the industry. (technologyreview.com - 24 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Here's How Long Eggs Really Last in the Fridge. Plus, why we refrigerate our eggs to begin with. (cnet.com - 1 time)

Most Efficient Solar Panels for 2024: US Customers Still Waiting on Record-Setting Panel. The latest in rooftop solar panel technology is nearly 25% efficient. But does having the most efficient panel really make a difference? (cnet.com - 26 min.)

This Samsung projector is secretly a gaming console, and it's still $200 off. The Samsung Freestyle 2 builds on its predecessor with greater functionality, a better remote, and some literally game-changing features. Plus, it's still 25% off as a post-Prime Day deal. (zdnet.com - 49 min.)

Are Your Friends Obsessed With CrossFit? We've Got Some Gift Ideas for You. Your complete guide to gifts for your fitness fiend of a friend. (cnet.com - 48 min.)

Apple TV+: The complete list of original shows, series, and movies. Here's a list of everything you can watch on Apple TV, including what's new this week, and our favorite Apple TV shows. The list of content on Apple TV+ continues to grow, and there's something for everyone. (macworld.com - 58 min.)

Breaking the iPhone Cycle: Lessons Apple Can Learn From Nintendo - Video. With the prolonged rollout of Apple Intelligence, it may be time for Apple to rethink if we need to stick with the usual annual iPhone release dates. And with something unexpected coming from Nintendo this week, CNET's Bridget Carey thinks Apple could take some inspiration from the game maker to bring more surprise and delight. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

For Whatever Reason, NASA’s Inspector General Has Decided To Buy Itself Some Clearview Access. Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world's most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database -- not through painstaking assembly but by sending its bots out into the open web to download images (and any other personal info it can find). It then sells access to this database to… Get ready for some more unexpected uses of the world’s most controversial facial recognition tech. Clearview has amassed a 10-billion-image database — not through painstaking assembly b… (techdirt.com - 59 min.)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

Asahi Linux’s bespoke GPU driver is running Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. Work on Asahi’s Vulkan GPU driver and various translation layers is paying off. (arstechnica.com - 18 min.)

Will Valve really sell a Steam Deck plugin that helps bring Epic Games to the handheld? “Junk Store has been approved for sale on the Steam Store!” its developers write — before pointing out Valve hasn’t technically approved the Epic Games Store and GOG game installer tool quite yet. But why shouldn’t they? You can already add Junk Store to a Steam Deck with the Decky Loader sideloading system. I asked Valve; we’ll see! (theverge.com - 9 min.)

Steam adds the harsh truth that you’re buying “a license,” not the game itself. The harsh truth is timed to a new California law against false advertising. (arstechnica.com - 27 min.)

Grab This Great Portable Power Station Deal Before Amazon Finally Ends It. Save a whopping $1,650 on this EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra power station with 7,200 watts of power before Amazon pulls the plug. (cnet.com - 26 min.)

Tomb Raider IV-VI and Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles are getting remasters. I don’t know who needs to hear this, because that era of 3D platformers haven’t necessarily aged well — but I’m feeling some nostalgia well up anyhow! The three-game Tomb Raider collection is coming February (trailer below), while Jedi Power Battles (trailer here) is coming January. (theverge.com - 1 time)

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This just-released tool can get the job done. A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses Microsoft's strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. But the way it's implemented might make some people nervous. (zdnet.com - 5 min.)

Upgrade Your TV Audio With the Roku Streambar, Still on Sale After Prime Day. You may not need a new TV just yet. (cnet.com - 1 time)