Category: services

How did Google get Pixel 4 face unlock this wrong?

[ad_1] If you’re a privacy and security nerd, or pay attention to headlines about hack attacks at all, the “eyes closed” issue with Pixel 4 tears at the already-frayed edges of your sanity. Imagining everything that could go wrong with your security and log-in tool should be everyone’s job on every team, everywhere, especially at […]

New York Supreme Court dismisses Uber’s challenge to vehicle caps

[ad_1] Uber told Engadget it was “disappointed” with the outcome, claiming that it “punishes” drivers who are obligated to rent cars. In the past, it has argued that the caps would hurt outer boroughs (with less access to mass transit) and wouldn’t fix NYC’s problems with traffic congestion. It’s not shocking that the Supreme Court […]

NBC’s Peacock streaming service may be free for everyone

[ad_1] It’s long been known that Peacock will be an ad-supported platform (with between three and five minutes of ads per hour) and that cable subscribers and Comcast broadband users wouldn’t have to pay extra for access. However, a report suggests NBCU might pull the trigger on making Peacock available to everyone at no cost, […]

Epic Games Store revamp helps you find trending titles

[ad_1] The refresh also brings a way to make Epic Games Store purchases within games (such as for add-ons or virtual currency packs), stricter 3D Secure authentication for purchases in Europe (to match local laws) and Thai language support. If you were hoping for larger updates, you’ll just have to wait. Epic is still developing […]

Adobe brings its enormous font library to iPhone and iPad

[ad_1] Developers can enable these typefaces in third-party apps by using Adobe’s custom API called Fonts. In other words, not all apps on your device will be able to use the typefaces; compatibility has to be specifically added as a feature. Of course, any Adobe app is going to work with the API. Users can […]

Google’s voice recorder app is heading to older Pixel phones

[ad_1] Google has often added features it debuts on its latest flagship handsets to its older devices and even its iOS apps, so the news it’d make Recorder more broadly available was somewhat expected from the jump. The app is useful for people who hate taking notes or need to quote speech accurately (such as […]

How to get the best Apple TV+ launch deals

[ad_1] To start, anyone that signs up for Apple TV+ will receive a free seven-day trial. The one thing to keep in mind with today’s launch is that it’s probably not worth subscribing to Apple TV+ just yet. Reviews of the initial lineup haven’t been great, and not all the episodes from each series are […]

Apple TV+ shows and movies premiere today

[ad_1] The Apple TV+ service will cost $4.99 per month, but there’s a seven day free trial available to everyone, and if you purchase new hardware — iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV, or Mac — then there’s a free year waiting. If your device was purchased since Apple’s press conference on September 10th, then […]

Now Hulu subscribers can download and watch offline on Android

[ad_1] Apple TV+ is just hours from debuting and Disney+ will be here in a couple of weeks, giving Hulu less time to catch up with the pack in terms of streaming features. The video service finally added the ability to download shows for offline viewing earlier this month, but until now it only worked […]

Incognito Mode for Google Maps has arrived on Android

[ad_1] Open the Google Maps app Tap on your profile picture Tap on “Turn on Incognito mode” It’s not something you’ll want to use all the time as some features will be disabled, and it’s important to note that it doesn’t turn off all tracking. The places you go won’t be saved to your Location […]