Author: Randall

HDHomeRun’s TV service for cord-cutters is shutting down

[ad_1] It’s only been a few months since HDHomeRun launched its $35 per month Premium TV service, but now the company has emailed customers to announce it’s shutting down. Cord Cutters News posted the email, which informed subscribers that it would work until the end of their plan date, but could not be renewed. The […]

NASA proves its space helicopter can fly on Mars

[ad_1] Since the Martian atmosphere only has about one percent the density of Earth’s, the researchers would’ve had to conduct their flight tests at an altitude of 100,000 feet if they did’t rely on the simulator. The 25-foot-wide vacuum cylinder was the much better choice, especially since the agency has been using it to test […]

Facebook expands Ad Library and tightens ad rules ahead of EU elections

[ad_1] If you do see political ads that don’t have that disclosure, it might be because they started running before Facebook enforced the new rules. According to The Guardian, the requirements are not retroactive, and previous campaigns will remain unaffected. Facebook will block any political ads from unverified sources starting mid-April, though, and is encouraging […]

Now Amazon’s Twitch Prime comes with a year of Switch Online

[ad_1] Subscribers don’t get the full year free up front, however, so read the fine print. Those interested will need to head to Twitch’s website to claim 30 days free first, then come back after 60 days to claim another nine months of access. So while it’s a year total free, anyone wanting to enjoy […]

Amazon will let companies create Alexa apps for their employees

[ad_1] The blueprints include many of the questions employees regularly bug HR or IT desks about, including; “What’s the guest WiFi password,” “When does open enrollment start?” and “How do I set up email on my phone?” Other Alexa for Business blueprints can help with onboarding new employees, answer common questions, and even broadcast pre-recorded […]

Apple opens a beta test for its new TV app and subscriptions

[ad_1] The latest version of the app includes the new Apple TV channels feature, which lets users subscribe directly to their favorite premium channels. The beta version offers support for Showtime, Starz, The Smithsonian Channel and Tastemade. The Apple TV app beta also offers new curation features, including the “For You” section that provides recommendations […]

Boston Dynamics’ new Handle robot heads to the warehouse

[ad_1] When we first met Handle the wheeled robot was hopping and jumping to show off its agility, but a new demo video from Boston Dynamics is much more practical. In this one, larger Handle units work autonomously to move boxes around inside a a warehouse environment. According to the company, the boxes weigh about […]

Google, Cuba deal could bring faster internet to the island

[ad_1] Once the fiber optic cable is in place, Cuban citizens will have faster access to content hosted on Google servers, and the Cuban government will see cost savings. At the moment, ETECSA must pay third-party fees for passing traffic to sites like YouTube, Google Maps and Google.com. Google and Cuba have a history of […]

Gearbox officially announces ‘Borderlands 3’

[ad_1] After several teasers over the last few weeks, Gearbox Software officially revealed Borderlands 3 at Pax East. The first trailer reveals the long-awaited sequel will include over a billion guns (including some with legs), plenty of familiar faces (such as a saxophone-playing Brick and Tiny Tina) and some new characters. It also showcases a […]

Sling TV adds MLB Network just in time for Opening Day

[ad_1] Sling TV’s decision to embrace America’s favorite pastime offers MLB fans a rare option outside of cable. Major League Baseball, unlike other sports, is notorious for having few options for cordcutters. MLB games have traditionally been the domain of cable and regional sports networks. MLB.tv members can stream out-of-market regular season games with a […]