Spotify menu suggests HiFi streaming might launch soon
In February, Spotify announced a new membership tier called Spotify HiFi, allowing users to listen to music in lossless audio quality. Now, right after Apple announced its hi-res streaming feature as part of Apple Music, Spotify finally seems to be getting ready for launch. Reddit user themonarc (via MacRumors) managed to open a new menu […]
Apple's 24-inch iMac puts the fun back in family computer
When Apple introduced its 27-inch iMac last year, I had a strong feeling the company was attempting to bring back the family computer. And this year, it looks like Apple actually delivered. The new, colorful 24-inch iMac, which starts at $1,200 and begins shipping May 21, is a clear callback to the old-school, colorful iMac […]
Now you can put Amazon's Alexa assistant on your face with sunglasses
Amazon is officially expanding its lineup of Echo Frames. In addition to corrective lenses, you’ll also have the choice between polarized sunglasses and blue-light-filtering glasses. If you’re unfamiliar with Echo Frames, they’re Amazon’s smart glasses that come equipped with speakers and its Alexa voice assistant built-in. So, you can use them to make calls, listen […]
Lime's e-scooters are cruising into London this summer
Londoners will soon be zooming through the city streets on another two-wheeled option, as Lime is set to launch its e-scooters in the UK capital. Due to roll out June 7, the London trial will see the micromobility company adding its battery-powered Gen4 scooters to its established e-bike fleet in the city, which has been […]
Wind-powered street lamp lights up only when needed
Designed by University of the Arts Berlin student Tobias Trübenabacher, PAPILIO is a street lamp that generates electricity using an integrated wind generator and a sheet metal rotor. The lamp stores electricity in a rechargeable battery and is equipped with an infrared sensor that allows the light to activate only when it’s actually needed. Read […]
Dive into the internet of things with this course bundle on sale
TL;DR: Save big on the IoT and ESP32 Arduino Beginners Course Bundle. As of May 18, get the full seven-course package for only $24.99 — a 98% savings. With seven different courses and seven hours of content on ESP32, web servers, Arduino interfacing, and more, the IoT and ESP32 Arduino Beginners Course Bundle contains insights […]
Right-wing social network Parler is back on Apple's App Store, with slightly less 'hate'
Parler, the “free speech” social network favoured by right-wing politicians and their supporters, returned to the Apple App Store on Monday. It marked the end of a months-long ban for the app, which was removed from the App Store after it became the platform of choice for participants in and supporters of the violent Capitol […]
Samsung shows dual-folding phone concept in new video
Samsung’s got a nice little ecosystem of foldable smartphones going, with the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and the original Fold positioned as flagships, and the vertically-folding Galaxy Z Flip being the more affordable option. But the company’s plans for foldables don’t stop there. In a new YouTube video, Samsung Display shows off new display technologies, […]