Meta’s decision to halt the development of its high-end mixed reality headset, codenamed La Jolla, comes as a surprise to many in the tech industry. Despite initial plans for a 2027 release, the company recently instructed employees to cease work on the device. One of the contributing factors to this decision was the anticipated high
According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, Apple may be gearing up for a major launch event on September 10th, where we could see the unveiling of the iPhone 16 lineup, the Apple Watch Series 10, and two new sets of AirPods. These new products are rumored to hit the shelves as early as September 20th.
Elon Musk’s recent email to X/Tech staff regarding the much-anticipated stock grants has revealed a new twist. The company is planning to award stock options based on the anticipated future impact of employees. This means that staff members are required to submit a one-page summary outlining their contributions to the company in order to be
The Justice Department, along with eight states, has filed a lawsuit against RealPage, the company behind a popular software used by landlords to set rental prices. The complaint alleges that RealPage’s rent recommendation algorithm manipulates prices and diminishes competition in the market for apartment leasing terms. According to the lawsuit, RealPage collects nonpublic rental price
The ongoing legal battle surrounding former pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli and his ownership of The Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin album has taken an interesting turn. The latest development involves a preliminary injunction issued by federal Judge Pamela Chen, requiring Shkreli to turn over his copies of the album to comply with
The recent scandal surrounding the Megalopolis trailer has shed light on the dangers of using AI in marketing. The fake review quotes attributed to famous critics for director Francis Ford Coppola’s past films, such as The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, have caused a stir in the entertainment industry. It was revealed that the quotes were
Stephen Wolfram, a mathematician and scientist, was raised in a household where his mother was a philosophy professor at Oxford University. Despite his initial reluctance towards the subject during his younger years, Wolfram now acknowledges the value of thinking deeply about philosophical issues. His impressive academic journey began with publishing his first scientific paper at
NASA administrator Bill Nelson announced that US astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore will be returning with the SpaceX Crew-9 mission in February after spending over 80 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This decision came after NASA Commercial Crew Program manager Steve Stich revealed that they found too much uncertainty in the prediction
As a reviewer with a decade of experience in consumer tech, it is disappointing to witness the discrepancies in iPhone features between regions. While Europe enjoys access to third-party app stores, browser engine choices, Fortnite, and the freedom to replace default apps, other regions are left wanting. It is frustrating to see the innovative possibilities
As the world of cryptocurrency continues to expand and evolve, its presence is becoming increasingly prominent in the political arena. Jonathan Padilla, known as the “crypto guy,” has been actively engaging with politicians at the Democratic National Convention, advocating for crypto-specific legislation and raising awareness about the importance of the industry in the political discourse.
Valve has finally made it official – Deadlock is on its way. The announcement came in the form of a simple addition to the Steam page. The game will be developed and published by Valve, but details are scarce. The announcement only mentioned that Deadlock is in early development, with temporary art and experimental gameplay.
In the ever-evolving landscape of tech and finance, Story has raised eyebrows with its latest $80 million round. Positioned as the trailblazer in applying web3 magic to AI and talent management, Story aims to revolutionize the way content and intellectual property are created and distributed. While investors tout Story as the next big thing in
In the world of venture capital, investing in late-stage startups has become increasingly popular, especially in the realm of AI companies. Venture capitalists (VCs) are now turning to the secondary market to buy shares of these startups, often through financial instruments known as special purpose vehicles (SPVs). These SPVs are becoming highly sought-after commodities, with
Sonos is currently offering discounts on a variety of smart speakers and soundbars until September 2nd. The Sonos Era 100 and portable Move 2 are both 20 percent off, making the Era 100 available for $199 and the Move 2 for $359. The Era 100 is a great choice for a Sonos-connected Wi-Fi speaker, offering
The Pokémon Company International has recently announced the launch of a new all-Pokémon FAST channel that will feature the first 22 seasons of the original Pokémon anime. This exciting news comes courtesy of WildBrain, a Canadian distributor known for its distribution of popular properties like Super Mario Bros., Sonic the Hedgehog, and Inspector Gadget. The
Back in the mid-1940s, Los Angeles underwent significant changes that limited commuters to either driving or taking public buses. This transformation led to severe traffic congestion in the city, with reports of people resorting to storing household items in their cars to deal with the gridlock. Movies such as Falling Down and Clueless have highlighted