Mega Man 30th anniversary livestream kicks off tomorrow

Mega Man has been with us longer than many gamers might realize. The Blue Bomber debuted in his first video game – the very first Mega Man for the NES – on December 17, 1987. That means Capcom’s most-loved character is turning 30 years old this month, and to celebrate, the company is planning a special livestream that will look … Continue reading

Google's Allo messaging may link to your email account

Google has been going out of its way to keep Allo relevant, but there’s been one glaring issue: you need a phone number to sign up. How’s it going to compete with iMessage or Facebook Messenger if there needs to be a phone involved at some point? Y…

Sony’s PlayStation VR trial program proves an instant success

Just as we were getting ready to head into the weekend, Sony announced a new trial program for the PlayStation VR. Assuming you’re selected to participate in the “Try PlayStation VR” program, Sony will send you a PlayStation VR headset and a copy of Skyrim VR to try in your own home for two weeks. As it turns out, that … Continue reading

The first text message was sent 25 years ago

Be prepared to feel ancient — the first text message is 25 years old. Engineer Neil Papworth sent the first SMS on December 3rd, 1992, when he wrote “merry Christmas” on a computer and sent it to the cellphone of Vodafone director Richard Jarvis. It…

Trump’s Labor Law Enforcer Freezes Worker-Friendly Reforms Made Under Obama

The National Labor Relations Board’s new general counsel plans to take a much narrower view of worker rights.

Famed Met Opera Conductor Accused Of Molesting Teen For Years

The Metropolitan Opera said they first learned about the allegations last year but took no action.

McConnell had said Moore should drop out of the race. Now he’s not so sure.

“The voters of Alabama will make their choice,” the Senate Republican leader says.

Minister Sparks Outrage After Asking People To Pray For Prince George To Be Gay

The reverend’s words were quickly condemned by religious leaders.

The best Chromecast speaker

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It’s The Memory-Wiping Tech Of ‘Eternal Sunshine,’ But For Trump

Someone get Elon Musk on the phone.