Category: Tech

NASA wants to review Boeing’s Starliner work after setbacks

[ad_1] NASA and Boeing are still investigating the first software error — which caused the craft to fire some of its thrusters too late and burn too much fuel — and are now trying to better understand the second glitch. These multiple issues warrant a deeper review, according to Hill. “The panel has a larger […]

Indie dungeon-crawler ‘Below’ is coming to PS4 this spring

[ad_1] At the same time, Capy will add a new “explore” mode to the game that will let you experience Below‘s beautiful and atmospheric world without putting up with its sometimes crushing and tedious difficulty. You can see the full list of tweaks on Capy’s website, but having played the game, most of the changes […]

Chrome will start protecting users from insecure downloads in April

[ad_1] April’s release will only warn users when they try to download insecure executables — such as .exe files — since they pose the most risk for introducing malware into a system. Chrome will alert users to less dangerous types of insecure downloads on a rolling basis — archive, text and image files will trigger […]

The best cellular GPS tracker

[ad_1] Why you should trust me I’ve been reviewing gadgets and accessories since 2011, and I’ve been at Wirecutter since 2014. During that time I’ve covered similar categories including Bluetooth trackers and pet trackers, so I know what to look for from this kind of device. Who this is for A cellular GPS tracker is […]

Apple TV+’s Mythic Quest is ‘Silicon Valley’ but for game devs

[ad_1] It’s sharp and funny enough to keep non-gamers hooked; it actually tackles major issues facing the industry; and at times, it’s surprisingly sweet and poignant. Mythic Quest, which premieres on Apple TV+ today, is like a cross between Office Space, HBO’s Silicon Valley (RIP), and Comedy Central’s excellent series Corporate. It has everything you’d […]

Federal agencies reportedly bought phone location data to track immigrants

[ad_1] The WSJ reports law enforcement agencies such as US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have used this data to find leads on illegal immigrants and border crossings. In one case, for example, the agency used the data to uncover an underground tunnel that ran between Mexico and a closed KFC in San Luis, Arizona. […]

Netflix says it’s only obeyed nine government takedown requests

[ad_1] It has done so most often in Singapore, removing five items including The Last Temptation of Christ (which is banned in the country), Brazilian comedy The Last Hangover and a trio of weed-related shows, because cannabis is illegal there. Netflix has also pulled The Bridge in New Zealand (which deems the Scandanavian series “objectionable”), […]

US appeals court will not rule on repealing net neutrality laws

[ad_1] In 2017, the FCC voted to repeal net neutrality laws, which were put in place in 2015 to prevent internet service providers from using blocking, throttling and paid prioritization. Internet giants like Amazon, Facebook, Google, Netflix and Twitter sued the FCC as part of the Internet Association lobbying group. Several other companies spoke out […]

Motorola’s new Moto G range includes a $300 Galaxy Note alternative

[ad_1] As you probably guessed, the stylus does just fine when you want to scribble or doodle something quick on this 6.4-inch screen. When you pull the pen out of its hidey-hole, a small menu pops up that offers access to an instant note-taking app, and Motorola highlighted a few additional uses for the pen, […]

Engadget Podcast: How tech (and humans) failed the Iowa caucus

[ad_1] The logistical and technical debacle of the Iowa Democratic Caucus is exactly why we’re not hopeful about online voting in America. This week on the Engadget Podcast, Devindra and Cherlynn chat about what exactly went wrong for Iowa’s Democratic Party. The mysterious app from an unknown progressive tech firm was mostly to blame, but […]