Best Buys Last Minute Savings event is bringing deals on everything from Bose headphones to KitchenAid stand mixers
Our top picks from Best Buy’s Last-Minute Savings event Best Apple deal Apple MacBook Air (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799 (Save $200) Get Deal Best Bluetooth speaker deal JBL Charge 5 $139.99 (Save $40) Get Deal Best gaming deal Sony PlayStation 5 Slim (Digital Edition) Fortnite Cobalt Star Bundle $374.99 (Save $75) Get Deal […]
Microsoft confirms critical Windows Defender vulnerability. What you need to do right now.
There is (or was) a vulnerability in Windows Defender, but you don’t have to worry about it. That’s the short version. The longer version, for those who are interested, is that Microsoft detected a fault in its homegrown antivirus software and admitted as much in an official security note, per Forbes. Microsoft’s security note included […]
That viral black plastic kitchen utensil study was overblown thanks to a simple math mistake.
If TikTok had you rushing to throw away your black plastic kitchen utensils, rest assured that those tools weren’t as bad as they seemed. A study went viral in November — as much as any study can go viral — that suggested black plastic kitchen utensils were shed lots of poison into our food thanks […]
How The War of the Rohirrim connects to the original The Lord of the Rings trilogy
Brian Cox, Gaia Wise and Luca Pasqualino are joined by the filmmakers of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim to do a deep dive into how the prequel film sets the stage for the epic Peter Jackson trilogy. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is now in […]
Your ultimate tool for binge-worthy holiday streaming for a one-time payment of $15
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to BitMar Streaming Content-Finder for $14.99 with coupon code SAVE25 and make your holiday movie marathons easier than ever. There’s nothing like settling in for a cozy holiday movie marathon — but finding something to watch can feel like a job of its own. BitMar makes it easy to dive straight […]
Women in congress are 70 percent more likely to be victims of AI-generated deepfakes than male counterparts
The field of politics has become even more complicated for women leaders, with the rise of generative AI posing an even greater risk for female politicians than men, according to a report released this week. The analysis, published by disinformation think tank the American Sunlight Project (ASP) via The 19th on Dec. 11, uncovered more […]
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 14, 2024
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who […]
Microsoft Visio 2021: Your secret weapon for professional workflows for under $20
TL;DR: Own Microsoft Visio for Windows for life for only $17.97 through Dec. 22 and create professional-grade diagrams effortlessly. Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Microsoft Visio 2021 Professional: Lifetime License for Windows $17.97 $249.99 Save $232.02 Get Deal Own Microsoft Visio for Windows for life for only $17.97 through Dec. 22 and […]
Holiday tech gifts for kids: 5 things to know
The holidays bring big expectations for parents. Whether aiming to simply delight your child or really wow them, a flashy tech product can seem like the fastest way to make their holiday dreams come true. But experts say it’s worth reflecting on how that technology might upend your home life. A new gaming console can […]
Nearly half of U.S. teens say theyre online almost constantly
Teens’ social media use — and its effect on their mental health — is often in the news, and new research from the Pew Research Center states that nearly half of American teens are “almost constantly” online. SEE ALSO: World’s strictest social media law targets users under 16 in Australia In its Teens, Social Media, […]