[ad_1] California air quality officials have passed two new measures aimed at reducing pollution from diesel trucks and ships. One rule introduces new emissions standards for heavy-duty diesel trucks, while the other requires more ships docked at ports to either plug into electric power or use other technology to reduce harmful emissions. The state has […]
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Twitch’s Subtember promo is back with discounts on channel subscriptions
[ad_1] Not to be confused with Prime Gaming, channel plans give you access to select perks when watching a specific streamer. For instance, you’ll have access to custom chat emotes, a badge that identifies you as a subscriber and ad-free viewing in select channels. You can also apply the discount to tier two and tier three […]
Google Assistant can help you donate to the Center for Policing Equity
[ad_1] Google is making it easier for Assistant users to donate to an organization working to address racial bias in policing. Using your phone, ask Assistant to “donate to racial justice,” and the digital helper will then take you through contributing to the Center for Policing Equity. You’ll also find a dedicated card in Google […]
Google reportedly allowed ads that spread mail-in voting misinformation
[ad_1] Google is allowing ads that show misleading information regarding voting by mail, The Washington Post reported. The tech giant reportedly took five days to review the ads in question before approving them. Now, some are questioning the ad policies and whether Google is prepared to respond to election-related misinformation. The ads, created by a […]
‘The Last Campfire’ is a haunting twilight stroll through the forest
[ad_1] The game places you in the role of Ember, a small creature who wakes up in a mysterious forest, and has to figure out how he can get back home. Along the way, he finds the remains of other beings like him, and by solving puzzles he helps their spirits find peace. It’s a […]
What you need to know about Apple’s iPhone 12 and 12 Pro
[ad_1] While we wait for the full, official details to emerge, let’s take a look at what we already know about the most unusual iPhone launch in Apple’s history. This story was first published on August 28, 2020, and last updated on the same day. What’s new this year? Oh boy — a lot, by […]
Facebook pilot links user profiles with online news subscriptions
[ad_1] Facebook is testing the feature with a handful of publishers, ranging from The Atlantic to the Winnipeg Free Press, and early test results are promising. In June, subscribers who linked their Facebook accounts made 111 percent more article clicks compared to those who didn’t link their accounts, Facebook said in a blog post. “People […]
How to buy a gaming laptop
[ad_1] What kind of screen do you want? Screen size is a good place to start when judging gaming notebooks. In general, 15-inch laptops will be the best balance of immersion and portability, while larger 17-inch models are heftier, but naturally give you more screen real estate. And sure, there are some 13-inch gaming notebooks, […]
Bollinger reveals its electric Deliver-E delivery van
[ad_1] EV startup Bollinger Motors isn’t scheduled to start production on its rugged utility trucks until next year, but it’s already looking toward the future. It’s given the first glimpse of its electric delivery van, the Deliver-E. Bollinger has only released renders of the EV’s design for now, but they give a taste of what […]
The best deals we found this week: AirPods Pro, Galaxy Buds+ and more
[ad_1] Buy AirPods Pro on Amazon – $220 AirPods Chris Velazco / Engadget Apple’s standard AirPods are a good alternative to AirPods Pro if you don’t want to spend a lot and you were happy with the fit of the company’s EarPods. AirPods with the wired charging case are discounted to $129 on Amazon, which […]