Oct 05
The settlement was reached after a wrongful death lawsuit was filed against Baldwin and others following Hutchins’ 2021 shooting death.
Oct 05
Because when it comes to computing, there’s always room for unimprovement, Google Japan has created a 5.4-foot long keyboard with all the keys in a single row. Presumably inspired by the dancing piano keyboard scene from Big, its creators say the keyboard prevents having to look in every direction for the key you need since it can only be left or right and not up or down. Of course, you may still need a yardstick to reach it.
I learned how to touch type in high school, and it’s hands-down been one of the most useful skills I ever learned. As a matter of fact, it may be the only useful skill I learned in high school. I mean, besides, how to entertain myself in detention. Now I’m never bored.
I don’t think Google is actually going to produce the keyboard for sale, presumably because it’s a ridiculously bad idea. You need any more bad ideas, Google? Hire me; I’m full of them. Here’s a freebie: a 12-pound computer mouse that can only be moved incrementally for extreme precision.
[via PCMag]
Oct 05
Sooner or later, something’s going to go wrong with your tech—and that’s when you’ve got a choice to make. As with all the jobs that need doing around the home, either you call the professionals in and pay for help, or you attempt to do the required fix yourself for free. There are pros and cons to both options, but…
Oct 05
Sony has found a director for its Spider-Man-adjacent El Muerto movie. An upcoming Scott Snyder and Francesco Francavilla comic is already being turned into a movie. Doctor Who puts classic companion Ace back in her iconic look. Plus, what’s coming on Quantum Leap and Titans. Spoilers now!
Oct 05
Amazon is running a sale on Blink security cameras, and many of the devices and bundles are available for a steal at up to 54 percent off. Several have dropped to their lowest price to date, including the Blink Outdoor. That camera is currently $60, which is $40 off the regular price of $100.
Buy Blink Outdoor at Amazon – $60
Blink Outdoor is a wireless device and Amazon says it will run for up to two years on two lithium AA batteries. As long as you have the right mount, you should be able to position Blink Outdoor just about anywhere around your home. The weather-resistant camera records footage at up to 1080p resolution and it has infrared night vision.
You’ll receive a notification when the Blink Outdoor detects motion, and there’s two-way audio support, so you’ll be able to speak with someone who’s in front of the camera. Naturally, since it’s an Amazon device, Blink Outdoor works with Alexa, so you can use voice commands to stream live video to compatible devices and to arm or disarm the camera.
Next up, a two-pack of the Blink Mini can be all yours for $30. The bundle has returned to the lowest price we’ve seen for it to date. These are wired cameras, so they’ll need to stay inside and close to an outlet. Still, they have many of the same features as other Blink devices, including 1080p video capture, infrared night vision, motion sensors, Alexa support and two-way audio — which could be useful if you don’t feel like yelling from the other side of the house to speak to someone.
Buy Blink Mini (2-pack) at Amazon – $30
Also worth noting is the Whole Home Bundle. This includes the Video Doorbell, Blink Outdoor, Blink Mini and the Sync Module 2, which can store recordings locally. The bundle has dropped by $70 to $140, which is a 33 percent discount. Again, this is an all-time-low price.
Buy Blink Whole Home Bundle at Amazon – $140
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Oct 05
A cut in oil production is on the table when OPEC oil-producing countries meet Wednesday.
Oct 05
The Tesla Autopilot feature underwent a major change in 2021, and it will continue to do so, depending heavily on Tesla Vision. Now, here’s the latest update.
Oct 05
Two NASA astronauts, along with astronauts from the Japanese and Russian space agencies, are embarking on a six-month mission to the International Space Station. You can catch the action live right here.
Oct 05
Android apps have arrived on Windows 11… sort of. The feature is still being labeled as a ‘preview’ for the time being, and you’re limited to apps from the Amazon Appstore (not the Google one), but it’s open to everyone and it doesn’t take long to get started. Here, we’ll take you through the steps of installing…
Oct 05
Those who have a robot vacuum on their gift list this year can pick up a few iRobot machines for less right now. Arguably the best for most people is the Roomba 694, which is 27 percent off at Amazon (which now owns iRobot) and down to only $199. While this model has dropped to $179 in the past, this is the best deal we’ve seen on it since June. Also discounted are the higher-end Roomba j7+ and Roomba s9+, which are going for $599 and $799, respectively.
Buy Roomba 694 at Amazon – $199Buy Roomba j7+ at Amazon – $599Buy Roomba S9+ at Amazon – $799
The Roomba 694 topped our list of best budget robot vacuums because it combines all of the essential features you’d expect in one of these machines with a relatively slick design and an easy-to-use mobile app. It cleans both hard and carpeted floors well, and it’ll run for about 90 minutes (depending on floor surfaces) before it automatically returns to its dock to recharge. Its three-stage cleaning system did a pretty good job sucking up dirt, debris and even pet hair, and it navigates around furniture well, too.
You can control the device using the physical buttons on it, but the iRobot app is where you’ll have more customization options. In it, you can check on the status of the robot’s current job, plus set cleaning schedules, manually send the robot home and more. And when you don’t even want to lift a finger, you can use Alexa or the Google Assistant to control the machine. While the Roomba 694 doesn’t have the bells and whistles of the brand’s more expensive devices, it has all the necessities and will be easy for first-time users to figure out.
If you’re looking to invest in something more powerful, or just know you’ll need stronger suction power, either the Roomba j7+ or the s9+ would be great picks. The j7+ is the newer of the two, debuting last year, and it has advanced obstacle avoidance that should help it navigate around a robo-vac’s worst enemy — pet poop. It also has 10x the suction power of a standard Roomba and smart mapping abilities, plus it comes with a clean base into which it automatically empties its bin after every job. The Roomba s9+ takes it even further with 40x the suction power, a more corner-friendly design, obstacle detection, smart mapping and an included clean base.
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