Microsoft is laying off 'under 1,000' workers

Microsoft, the third biggest company in the world, is laying off a lot of people, according to a report by Axios. Precisely how many people are being put out of work is unclear. Axios’s source said the newly unemployed will number “under 1,000,” which is an odd phrasing, since it could mean just about anything, […]

How an AI map could help us better prepare for the next flood

Since 2013, Canada-based Ecopia AI have been on a mission to create a ‘digital twin’ of the world. The goal is simple – help governments, companies and communities better understand the needs and problems facing their local areas. Expanding on their practice, Ecopia recently partnered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in the U.S. […]

Parler leaked email addresses for Ivanka Trump, other 'VIPs' in Kanye West announcement

The most prominent members of the conservative social media platform, Parler, were in for not one but two surprises on Monday. First, the news most people have likely heard about is that Ye, aka Kanye West, the rapper-turned-right-wing-pundit, has agreed to acquire Parler. This announcement came following a number of TV appearances and interviews during […]

The M1 MacBook Air is on sale for only $799 — its lowest price ever

SAVE $200: As of Oct. 18, the 2020 Apple MacBook Air M1 (8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is back at its Prime Day price of $799 at Amazon — that’s 20% off its MSRP and its lowest price ever. While Amazon’s Prime Early Access Sale wasn’t the massive blowout the retail giant likely hoped for, we […]

New Apple TV 4K adds USB-C to Siri Remote, plus support for HDR10+

A new Apple TV 4K? So soon!? Alongside its big iPad announcement on Tuesday, Apple also revealed a brand-new, updated Apple TV 4K device. This marks the first time the company has released a new version of its set-top box device in the year following its last Apple TV release. SEE ALSO: Meet the M2 […]

The iPad is back down to its all-time low pricing

Save $60: As of Oct. 18, the ninth generation iPad is once again only $269 at Amazon, saving you $60 (or 18%) on the best Apple tablet for most people. At full price, the iPad costs $329. We’re now a full week past Prime Day 2, but Amazon hasn’t quite finished with the deals yet. […]

Meet the M2 iPad Pro and colorful new iPads

Apple has just unveiled the new M2 iPad Pro and a colorful lineup of entry-level iPads. These new versions of the 11-inch and 12.9-inch Pro tablet are now upgraded with the same M2 chip that powers the latest MacBook Air and are optimized for Apple’s multitasking tool Stage Manager. The new iPads come with iPadOS […]

Adults only: TikTok LIVE is raising the age requirement

TikTok is raising the minimum age from 16 years old to 18 years old to host a LIVE, the company announced on Monday. LIVE on TikTok is a tool in which users can livestream to their audiences. The age increase, which was instituted in order to “protect users,” will go into effect on Nov. 23, […]

YouTube stops pushing Premium subscription when viewing videos in 4K

It was annoying, but at least it didn’t last very long. Sometime in September, YouTube started requiring Premium subscription to play videos in 4K quality. The requirement was not imposed on all users, but it was met with quite a bit of negative feedback from users who did see it. Now, it appears YouTube has […]

Don't sweat the weather with these bone conduction workout headphones

TL;DR: As of Oct. 18, you can get a pair of Open Ear Induction Stereo Wireless Headphones for just $33.99 instead of $109.95 — that’s a 69% discount. You may not want to bring your nice wireless earbuds with you while you’re exercising. Whether you’re worried about sweat or losing expensive headphones, a pair of […]