If you find yourself in a location devoid of Wi-Fi, cellular signals, and Ethernet ports, your best bet for connectivity might just be the satellites orbiting 340 miles above the Earth. While several solutions are available, providing off-grid internet through satellite technology often faces challenges like cost and data limits.
WhatsApp is launching new features and design enhancements aimed at improving the speed and creativity of messaging. Starting today, users can now react to messages by simply double-tapping instead of the previous tap-and-hold method. This new update introduces a convenient scrolling pop-out menu featuring the most used emojis, replacing the
In a significant move to bolster the United States' infrastructure for artificial intelligence, President Joe Biden has issued an executive order aimed at speeding the construction of AI data centers. This initiative emphasizes the leasing of federal lands to private entities for the development of AI data hubs, while
Pixelfed, a decentralized platform reminiscent of Instagram, has announced the release of its official mobile applications. The platform, similar to popular networks like Mastodon and PeerTube, operates on the ActivityPub protocol, facilitating an open social web movement known as the fediverse. This initiative encourages platforms to be more open and
Amidst challenging times for electric vehicle startups, Los Angeles-based Harbinger has secured a significant financial milestone. By maintaining a laser-focused approach on the electrification of commercial trucking, the company has successfully raised $100 million in its Series B funding. Significant Investors Fuel Growth The Series B round was co-led by
The Anker Soundcore Space A40 wireless earphones, originally priced at $80, have once again dropped to their record-low price of $45, matching the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Known for their excellent cost-performance ratio, these earbuds have consistently been recognized among the best budget wireless options available. These earbuds
Affiliate links have gained significant traction among internet content creators, often supplementing or even replacing traditional advertising and sponsorship models to support online publications and productions. Recently, I added affiliate links to my newsletter and YouTube channel, but a crucial oversight on my part led to missing out on a
Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.) has announced plans to introduce a bill aimed at extending the deadline for the TikTok ban by 270 days. This legislative move, known as the "Extend the TikTok Deadline Act," comes amidst warnings from TikTok about a potential shutdown within the next few days.
In a move to offer premium grilling experiences at a more accessible price, Weber has unveiled the Smoque grill, a smart pellet device that embraces innovation with versatility. This announcement follows the company's introduction of the Searwood smart pellet grill in early 2024. Innovative Features with Smoque The
Amazon had initially planned to release a newly enhanced Alexa, powered by generative AI, in October 2024. However, this deployment was postponed, with the launch expected at some point this year. The delay stems from Amazon's need to navigate numerous technical challenges before introducing the updated version of
The Oura Ring 4 emerges as a top contender in sleep tracking, providing insights into various sleep metrics including efficiency, restfulness, readiness, and latency. "I've been using the Oura Ring for a while now," shared a user, "and it has not only given me deeper
In the midst of ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, Southern California Edison (SCE) finds itself at the center of multiple lawsuits. These legal actions accuse the utility company of being responsible for the catastrophic Eaton fire that devastated large areas of Altadena. Allegations Against SCE Despite ongoing investigations to determine