Aug 16
Progressives Are Starting To Freak Out About Dan Goldman In New York’s 10th District
Posted in: Today's ChiliBut it may be too late to stop him.
Aug 16
We’ve already seen a quadruped robotic dog equipped with a submachine gun, so obviously, it was the next logical step towards humanity’s demise to strap a rocket launcher to one. Spotted at a recent military convention, You can purchase a robotic dog like this for about $2,700, but the ninja costume and rocket launcher, you’ll have to find yourself. I know people – nobody with rocket launchers for sale, though, and that’s okay with me.
It’s all fun and wargames until the robot dog thinks it sees a cat and quickly turns around before firing. That’s why I don’t trust robots. Plus, robots were made by people, and I don’t trust people. Who are you? Who sent you here?!
I’m not going to lie; the future is looking pretty bleak. I mean, we already have robotic dogs with explosive launchers strapped to them; what’s next? And more importantly, how can we put a stop to it before it dooms us all? And don’t say a letter-writing campaign… those things never work, or the McRib would be available year-round.
[via TechEBlog]
Aug 16
Walmart is hoping that two pluses equal a Prime. After assessing its options, the mega-retailer is joining up with Paramount+ and adding the streaming service to its Walmart+ membership. Subscribers will have access to the ad-tier level of Paramount+, at no additional cost, starting in September, according to a …
Aug 16
The Outrageous Bentley Mulliner Batur Promises Old Meets New In Supercar Exclusivity
Posted in: Today's ChiliThe Bentley Mulliner Batur is a product of old and classic design, offering the utmost of Bentley’s customizable luxury. Here’s a look at the new grand tourer.
Aug 16
Researchers Invent a Privacy-Preserving Camera That Only Captures What You Want
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Privacy is an obvious concern now that everything from smartphones to smartwatches to even smart glasses has built-in cameras. Banning covert cameras is never going to happen, and digitally altering images for privacy reasons is a real pain. So, researchers at UCLA are instead working on a radical new kind of camera…
Aug 16
Kraft Heinz is recalling thousands of cases of Capri Sun after revealing that they were contaminated with diluted cleaning solution. The recall specifically affects Wild Cherry flavored Capri Sun with a “Best When Used By” date of June 25, 2023.
Aug 16
The future of Texas’ troubled electric grid is being decided in the dark, with zero public input, by a group of people with deep connections to the fossil fuel industry. A panel of oil-and-gas-heavy experts appointed to create a plan to reform the Texas grid are refusing to make their draft recommendations public…
Aug 16
Apple has been reluctant to cut jobs in the face of the economic downturn like Microsoft, Tesla and other major tech companies, but it apparently isn’t immune to the pressure. Bloombergsources claim Apple has laid off roughly 100 contract recruiters to reflect changes in the company’s “current business needs.” It’s maintaining full-time recruiting positions and some contractors, but the layoffs covered locations ranging from Texas to Singapore.
The company declined to comment. During a call for its latest latest earnings, CEO Tim Cook said Apple would continue to hire people but would be “more deliberate” given difficult conditions. It fired hundreds of Irish contract workers in 2019 in response to Siri recording privacy concerns, and dropped Apple Park development contractors in 2015.
The move isn’t surprising when Apple had a mixed quarter this spring. Although iPhone revenue grew, Apple Watch and smart home sales took a hit due to a rough economy. iPad and Mac sales were hampered by supply limitations, too. While Apple isn’t exactly in financial trouble (it still posted a $19.4 billion profit), it’s not enjoying the relentless growth of previous years. If the layoff report is accurate, the firm is adapting to a reality where ever-increasing sales aren’t guaranteed.
Aug 16
An AirTag Led to the Arrest of a 19-Year-Old Serial Luggage Thief, Police Say
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The possibility that my checked luggage won’t make it to my final destination is one of my biggest worries when traveling by plane. As such, learning that authorities can harness the power of Apple’s AirTags to do good and find missing luggage was quite comforting, almost enough to make me forget the creepy things…
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