Tiger King is returning for a second season on Netflix later this year

Netflix has announced that its hit documentary Tiger King will be returning for a second season later in 2021, following the success of the first season —…

Most dermatology algorithms don’t have transparent data

Most algorithms designed to help people identify skin problems don’t let experts see the datasets they were developed with and don’t share information on the skin tone…

Twitter enables tipping with Bitcoin, plans to let users authenticate NFTs

Twitter is turning on the ability to ask for tips in Bitcoin through its app, making it the first major social network to encourage use of the…

New FTC memo calls for a focus on ‘structural dominance’ from big companies

In a memo to staff this week, FTC Chair Lina Khan outlined her new priorities for the agency: to focus on power imbalance, reduce harms to consumers,…

How to pair Bluetooth headphones with your Nintendo Switch

Setting up a pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones with a Nintendo Switch used to be a multistep — and somewhat costly — process. First, you needed headphones,…

If audio is missing from your Instagram Stories, a fix is on the way

Following the release of Apple’s iOS 15 update, some users have reported strange behavior on Instagram — when an iPhone’s ringer switch is set to silent mode,…

Honda will use Google’s embedded Android Automotive in its cars starting in 2022

Google nabbed another big automaker in its quest to become the default operating system for cars. Honda will soon begin rolling out vehicles with Google’s embedded Android…

Google TV mercifully launches mobile remote for Android users

A new Google TV feature will allow users to use their Android mobile devices as remotes for those moments when your streaming box’s wand disappears without a…

Google Photos’ nude-friendly folders coming to all Android phones soon

Google Photos’ Locked Folder feature, which lets you hide sensitive photos and videos from your main library and secure them in a passcode- or biometric-protected folder, is…

Android Auto is getting a new look to make futzing with your car less distracting

Google announced a few updates to Android Auto, including a new dashboard for Google Assistant driving mode. Earlier this year, Google shut down the standalone “Android Auto…

Android adds facial gesture controls and handwriting recognition accessibility features

Google’s raft of new features coming to Android this fall includes some interesting new accessibility features. There are new facial gesture controls designed for people with motor…

Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch 4 is $20 off and comes with a free wireless charger today

Today only, the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is not only discounted to its best price to date, but the smartwatch also comes with a free dual…

The Halo-themed Xbox Series X and PS5 are now available through Walmart (update: to be rescheduled)

Update 12:25PM ET, September 23rd: Walmart’s console restock didn’t get off to a good start. Pages weren’t loading for most people, it seems, and the retailer updated…

Unagi reveals ‘Model Eleven,’ an electric scooter that plays music, avoids potholes, and looks incredible

Unagi, maker of Iggy Pop’s favorite electric scooters, is releasing its second model called “Model Eleven.” (Yes, it’s a Spinal Tap reference.) As such, the company is…

E-bike maker Cowboy finally moseys its way to the US from Europe

Belgium’s finest electric bike maker, Cowboy, is crossing the pond and expanding its operations to the US. Cowboy will only have one model available to American customers:…

Facebook will open its fiber networks to expand broadband access in rural Virginia

Facebook announced a new project on Thursday that will bring broadband service to thousands of households in Virginia this fall, in partnership with a local ISP and…

Google Calendar events now include a way to start group chats with attendees

Google is adding a new button to Google Calendar events on mobile and the web that will immediately open a chat with meeting attendees. Google launched its…

Tim Cook says employees who leak memos do not belong at Apple, according to leaked memo

Tim Cook sent an email to Apple employees Tuesday evening about an all-hands meeting that leaked to The Verge last week. He said the company is doing…

Microsoft says the original Surface Duo will get Android 11 before the end of the year

Microsoft announced a new Surface Duo 2 this week that’s shipping with Android 11, and now the company is committing to release the OS update for original…

Google’s Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max can now show visual responses and the UI in Spanish

Google is expanding Spanish language support for its Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max devices in the US. Perhaps the biggest change is that the entire UI…

California passes law targeting Amazon labor algorithms

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill Wednesday that would block Amazon and other companies from punishing warehouse workers who fail to meet certain performance metrics…

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio hands-on: one weird, powerful computer

Alongside the new Surface Pro 8, Microsoft is introducing an all-new computer: the Surface Laptop Studio. It’s the successor to the Surface Book 3, but instead of…

Is Wario a fashion icon? We asked an expert

Here’s the thing with Wario’s style: Regardless of whether you like it or not, you have to respect it. The dude knows how to pick a signature…

Clubhouse launches ‘Wave,’ a new way to pull friends into audio chats

After the feature was leaked last week, Clubhouse is officially launching a new way to invite people to audio chats called “Wave.” The company announced the news…

New York City passes new protections for delivery workers

On Thursday, New York’s city council passed a package of six bills establishing new rights and protections for delivery workers, making it the first major city to…