The ground beneath New York City is sinking and rising across different areas, new research shows. The sinking has contributed to worsening flood risks, including at sporting arenas, roadways, and a busy airport.
There’s only a week until Amazon’s October Prime Day starts, and the pre-sales keep coming. Right now, Amazon’s Fire TV Stick Lite is touting a nice 40 percent discount, dropping its price to $18 from $30, and only a few dollars more than its all-time low. Plus, another $4 gets you a two-year protection plan, still taking home a savings of $9.
Amazon’s Fire TV Stick Lite is already the cheapest option in the lineup and is a good choice for anyone looking to use Fire TV without any bells and whistles. It has Wi-Fi 5 compatibility, 1GB of memory and Dolby encoded (versus Atmos) audio. It presents media in 1080p full HD and comes with the Alexa Voice Remote Lite, which doesn’t have any TV controls but can still take audio commands.
Additional Fire TV devices are also on sale if you’re in the market for a higher-quality option. The previous generation 4K Stick is down to $23 from $50, a 54 percent deal — and a reminder that 2-for-1 and better deals are a great way to get your holiday shopping done early and affordably. The Fire TV Stick 4K offers improved picture quality, 2GB of memory and Dolby Vision compatibility. The standard Fire TV Stick is also marked down —to $20 from $40 — and the Fire TV Cube is available for $110 versus its typical $140.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/amazons-fire-tv-stick-lite-drops-to-18-ahead-of-october-prime-day-141523613.html?src=rss
Jennifer McBride, one of the five people involved in the robbery, initially sued the singer for the reward and $1.5 million in additional damages.
It’s Google’s turn to step up to the plate and swing for the fences with a fall hardware event. The company is holding a Pixel showcase in New York City, and you’re invited — at least to tune into a livestream of the Made by Google event. The fun starts at 1PM ET on October 4. You can watch the stream below. We’ll also have full coverage of all the Pixel news you need to know right here on Engadget, including in our liveblog.
There’s no big secret about the focus of the event. For weeks, Google has been teasing the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2 in images and videos, and there have been leaks galore.
Google says the new Pixel phones have “the most advanced Pixel cameras yet and Google AI to help you do more, even faster.” Rumors suggest there will be other spec bumps, including a display with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz (faster than the Pixel 7’s 90Hz screen) and a Tensor G3 chipset that powers everything. Meanwhile, there may well be a price increase in store for the base Pixel 8 — rumors suggest it’ll cost $699, $100 more than the Pixel 7.
As for the Pixel Watch 2, that’s expected to feature IP68 water- and dust-resistance. It’s believed that Google is making extended battery life a focus with the help of a processor that’s more efficient than the one used in the original model. There could be a slightly larger battery too. Meanwhile, there are indications that Google may toss a Pixel Watch 2 in as a freebie for those who pre-order a Pixel 8 Pro.
Google may have some other things to discuss during the event. Given how things have been going this year, it would be a shock if the company didn’t spend a significant chunk of time talking about AI updates. In any case, we won’t have to wait long to find out what’s up Google’s sleeve.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/google-pixel-2023-how-to-watch-130033919.html?src=rss
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a $150,000 fine against Dish Network for failing to properly dispose of its broadcast communications satellite, leading to an increase in orbital debris.
ASUS has introduced the Chromebook Plus CX34, a 14-inch laptop designed for enhanced productivity and creativity while on the go. This Chromebook marks ASUS’s debut in the Chromebook Plus series and offers notable improvements in speed, memory, and storage.
The Chromebook Plus CX34 is aimed at users seeking a compact, lightweight, and cost-effective solution. It weighs 3.17 pounds and is available in Pearl White or Rocky Grey color options, presenting a modern and understated style.
Under the hood, the Chromebook Plus CX34 boasts an Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of LPDDR5-4800MHz memory, and 256GB UFS storage. These specifications provide the performance and responsiveness needed for seamless productivity, accommodating business files, schoolwork, and entertainment content.
This Chromebook comes equipped with innovative features to enhance creative endeavors — It includes the AI-powered Magic Eraser within the Google Photos app, facilitating the removal of background distractions. Additionally, it offers tools for photo and video editing, such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Express, and video creation with LumaFusion.
Connectivity wise we have Wi-Fi 6 technology, ensuring rapid online content loading. According to ASUS, the WiFi Master for ChromeOS further enhances connectivity, providing greater speed and stability. The Chromebook also features File Sync, enabling online and offline access to Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
The device boasts a 14-inch Full HD NanoEdge display, maximizing workspace and immersion. Its 1080p webcam offers automatic enhancements for video calls, including noise cancellation and background blur, and can be hidden behind a retractable cover for privacy.
Durability is a focus, meeting US MIL-STD 810H standards and undergoing rigorous in-house testing. ASUS Antimicrobial Guard protects the keyboard, touchpad, and palm rest, inhibiting bacterial growth by up to 99%. The Chromebook Plus CX34 features a versatile 180° hinge for content sharing, a large 5.7-inch touchpad, and a 10-hour battery life, catering to students, teachers, and professionals.
Connectivity options include two USB-C ports, USB 3.2 ports, HDMI 1.4, and a headphone/mic combo socket. For businesses, the Chromebook offers management capabilities through the Chrome Enterprise Upgrade package, enhancing security and control.
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is set to be available on October 8, 2023, with an MSRP starting at $399.99 in various retail stores and online outlets. Additional configurations for enterprise and education purposes will follow in Q4 2023.
Chromebook Plus CX34: Meet ASUS’ 14-inch Laptop For Productivity And Creativity On The Go
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Predictive policing—the trendy law enforcement field that uses data collection and analysis to try to predict where crimes will occur—has been wildly popular with police departments across the country. Unfortunately, though some cops swear by it, there hasn’t always been a ton of evidence that the tech actually works…
Amazon’s Prime Day event this month will take place on October 10 and 11, but the e-commerce giant has already kicked things off with a few early deals. Some of its devices are now on sale on the website, including its smart thermostat, which you can get for $56. That’s not quite an all-time low for the basic smart home device, but that’s still 30 percent off its regular price and the lowest it’s been for the whole year. Amazon positions its smart thermostat as sort of a gateway into more high-tech thermostats when transitioning from their traditional counterparts.
The Amazon smart thermostat isn’t quite as full-featured as some other options in the market. While it doesn’t have a speaker or a microphone, if you install the Alexa app or use an Alexa-enabled device (such as an Echo) you’ll be able to control it with voice commands. You can get Alexa to change the temperature for you, for instance, or to help you with the installation process. You can also set its temperature anywhere you are through the Alexa app. Take note that the device needs a C-wire or a power adapter kit. It’s sold separately, but you can get the device bundled with a C-wire adapter for $71.
In addition to its smart thermostat, Amazon is also selling its smart air quality monitor and a smart plug at discounted prices. Its air quality monitor can detect and track particulate matter (PM 2.5), volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, humidity and temperature. If you connect it to Alexa, you’ll get notifications when it detects poor air quality. And if you have Alexa-connected air purifiers, dehumidifiers and fans, you can enable routines that would switch them on if the air quality changes. Meanwhile, the smart plug adds Alexa voice control to any outlet, so you can schedule appliances to turn off and on automatically.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/amazons-smart-thermostat-falls-to-its-lowest-price-of-the-year-in-early-october-prime-day-deal-120506738.html?src=rss
Hundreds of shoppers have fled a major shopping mall in the center of Thailand’s capital after what sounded like gunshots were heard inside.
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