Monthly Archives: May 2021
How to turn off autoplay on Netflix trailers
There are few more horrifying experiences than finishing a show you have spent days, weeks, or even months breathlessly enjoying, only to be fed with a garishly loud preview immediately after the final credits of your beloved show is wrapped. Instead of sitting, thoughtfully, and considering what you just spent hours of your life watching, […]
Stephen Colbert responds to TikTok job applications with some sultry ASMR
Why are cats finding employment and what’s this about TikTok job applications? In his segment, “Quarantinewhile,” which picks up on all the news you might have missed, The Late Show‘s Stephen Colbert takes look at the week’s weird and wonderful happenings. Colbert discusses the news that TikTok is testing a new tool for brands to […]
Irish health IT system shut down due to ransomware attack
Ireland’s health services are in jeopardy. Health Service Executive, the country’s health service, has shut down its IT system in order to deal with a “significant” ransomware attack. “We have taken the precaution of shutting down all our our IT systems in order to protect them from this attack and to allow us fully assess […]
The Fitbit Versa 3 fits all my smartwatch needs, and then some
Wellness wearables are no longer just steps taken and calories burned. Devices can now do everything from sharing sleep insights to making calls and detailing workout tracking. But when you’re picking out your first device, or just wanting to upgrade, the selection of devices can be a lot. I’ve been using health and wellness trackers […]
Netflix's 'Nail Bomber: Manhunt' documentary trailer examines the 1999 London attacks
On April 30, 1999, far-right terrorist David Copeland carried out a series of nail bomb attacks across London, specifically targeting Black, Bangladeshi, and gay communities in Brixton, Brick Lane, and Soho. Three people were killed — Nik Moore, John Light, and Andrea Dykes, who was pregnant at the time — and over a hundred were […]
Save over $70 on a pocket photo printer that requires zero ink
TL;DR: Print your photos effortlessly with the PoooliPrint L1 inkless pocket printer, on sale for $69.99. Use code PRINT10 at checkout to save a total of $74.01. Some pictures are just too good to keep stored in the cloud. Now, with the PoooliPrint L1 inkless pocket printer, you can print out your best shots, then […]
Ford adds Alexa voice assistant to new cars
“Alexa, what’s the traffic like on my commute?” That’s something you’ll soon be able to ask in Ford’s newest cars, including the upcoming electric F-150 Lightning pickup and first electric Mustang Mach-E. On Thursday, the Michigan-based company announced that Amazon’s Alexa digital assistant would be built into future Ford cars. It’ll be available in all […]
Taylor Swift delivers moving BRITs acceptance speech about proving your critics wrong
Taylor Swift knows a thing or two about shaking off her critics and showing what she’s made of. Swift — who most recently released three albums in the space of a year — was awarded the Global Icon BRIT award on Tuesday and delivered a moving, defiant speech about overcoming negativity and criticism. This year’s […]
Track stats from your runs with this wearable on sale
TL;DR: Help yourself get faster with the Jawku Speed Wearable Speed and Agility Measurement System, which is on sale for 24% off. As of May 12, get it for $149.99. When it comes to accomplishing your fitness goals, it’s all about efficiency and knowing what works. Step things up by investing in the Jawku Speed […]
Rome's ancient Colosseum is getting a high-tech shapeshifting arena floor
After winning a design competition in 2020, Milan Ingegneria and architecture company Labics and Fabio were offered the chance to reconstruct Rome’s famous Colosseum. The new arena floor will be complete with shapeshifting wooden panels, revealing the hidden rooms and tunnels below. The project is scheduled for completion in 2023 and could hold some major […]