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And, according to the tag line, we're not in Hawkins anymore. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

iPhones, Wearables, Plant Music: Things We Loved This Month

Plus: The best handheld console for playing a videogame involving an obnoxious goose. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Make GIFs on Your Smartphone or Laptop

GIFs rule the internet. Here's how to hit a perfect loop every time. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside Pioneer: May the Best Silicon Valley Hustler Win

Submit a project. Rack up points by completing quests. Post weekly updates. This is tech culture distilled into a game—with real consequences. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Work Trips

When microdosing and microeconomics meet. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Former Soviet Union's Surprisingly Gorgeous Subways

Chris Herwig spent 250 hours riding the rails in seven former republics of the USSR for his new book. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best Dog Tech & Accessories: 10 Essentials for Your Pup

WIRED's favorite dog gear, including a pet camera, fitness tracker, geofencing collar, camping bed, and leash. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Quieter Landings, Stranded Tourists, and More Transport News This Week

Researchers want to train pilots to make less noise when they land planes, and the bankruptcy of Britain's Thomas Cook prompted a mass mobilization. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The House's Impeachment Inquiry Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

You know what else the internet loves? Greta Thunberg. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Emergency Gear Is Other People

When the Big One hits, you’re going to need friends (and their skills) just as much as you'll need the right supplies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: The ISS is Out of This World

Space walks are tough work for astronauts. But they also get some epic views of Earth—and the cosmic emptiness beyond. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Big Question About Prime Numbers Gets a Partial Answer

The twin primes conjecture has bedeviled mathematicians for more than a century. Now there's a solution for one version of it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Female Founders Disrupting the Vagina Economy

The products for vaginas often aren't made by people who have them. These CEOs want to change that—with help from the Uterati. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Greta Thunberg's Digital Rise Calls Back to a Pre-Digital Era

The climate activist's ability to dominate social media is powerful—and, surprisingly, similar to what young people did in the 1960s. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A DoorDash Breach Exposes Data of 4.9 Million Customers

A NotPetya lawsuit, bricked Mac Pros, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Game Controllers (2019): PC, Xbox, PS4, Switch

A great gamepad can help you play better, and these are the best of the best for Switch, Xbox, PS4, and PC. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Reclaiming Sci-Fi's Lost History

Many sci-fi and fantasy authors didn't get recognized in their time. It's time they got their due. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 Best Android Phones of 2019 (New, Unlocked, and Cheap)

Wonder what the absolute best Android phone is right now? We have the answer, and some alternatives, including Google Pixel, OnePlus, Samsung Galaxy, LG, Moto, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Goose Game Is on Sale! And 13 More Great Tech Deals

From mini drones to soundbars, here are our favorite discounts around the web. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Porsche Taycan Review: The Best Electric Car $150K Can Buy

The all-new sport sedan may be the world's most advanced car—we just wish it felt more like a Porsche of old. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Past Whistle-Blowers Think of the Trump-Ukraine Complaint

Two former intelligence community whistle-blowers say the life of whoever wrote the Trump-Ukraine complaint has been permanently altered. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Making of 'Doom' Is Getting a TV Show

The drama of videogame development is finally being turned into prestige television. Also, Ninja was on 'The Masked Singer'. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump Still Doesn't Believe Russia Hacked the 2016 Election

Trump has publicly played down Russia's role in the 2016 election. But even privately, Trump trusts conspiracy theories more than US intelligence agencies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Dangers of Delaying FAA Modernization

Opinion: Grounded by mid-20th-century technology, air traffic controllers cannot handle the ongoing rise of commercial airlines and drones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wireless Review: A Go-Anywhere Headset

The latest SteelSeries Arctis headset is wireless, works with every game system, and doubles as a great pair of music headphones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Enjoy Free Internet at the Library? You Can Thank This Woman

Librarian Jean Armour Polly along with African pioneer Adiel Akplogan are among this year's 11 inductees to the Internet Hall of Fame. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Three Simple Tests Might Help Prevent Athletes' Injuries

Coaches in the NFL and elsewhere are using software that claims to identify a player's weak spots. All it takes is a force plate—and a leap of faith. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Spot, the Robot Dog, Learns New Tricks

Matt Simon tells us how the internet sensation’s deployment into the workplace could alter the future of human-bot relations. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: VR Pets, Gamma Rays, and Emotions

Pictographs walked so emojis could run. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

NASA Wants to Send Nuclear Rockets to the Moon and Mars

It’s baaaack: Nuclear propulsion, first floated in the ’60s, is hot again. President Trump’s Mars ambitions might even hinge on it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Congress Grills the Spy Chief, Google’s Quantum ‘Victory,’ and More News

Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening' Is Ahead of Its Time

The game's original version came out in 1993. The remake for Nintendo Switch shows how revolutionary it was. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

At Oculus Connect, VR Is Still Living in 'the Good Old Days'

Facebook is racing toward an AR/VR future, but at this week's developer conference, the company asked for patience. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Google's Quantum Victory Is a Huge Deal—and a Letdown

When news leaked that Google scientists had achieved "quantum supremacy," researchers immediately clashed on its implications. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Are Rich People So Mean?

Call it 'Rich Asshole Syndrome'—the tendency to distance yourself from people with whom you have a large wealth differential. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Want Free Coding Lessons? Twitch Makes It Happen in Real Time

While the platform might be known for videogame livestreams, more people are flocking there to share their work—or learn to be better programmers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ring Camera Surveillance Is Transforming Suburban Life

Consumer surveillance cameras are everywhere now, and they’re capturing moments we otherwise would never know have happened. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Teaching Pilots a New Trick: Landing Quietly

Researchers want to reduce the noise from planes approaching a runway. The key is a smooth descent. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Lots of Athletes Say CBD Is a Better Painkiller. Is It?

There's almost no data on how the cannabis extract works in humans, but the sports world is embracing it anyway. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Remembering BlackBerry

RIP. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everything Amazon Announced: Echo Buds, Echo Frames, Echo Loop

The company just debuted over a dozen new products, including wirefree earbuds and Alexa-powered smart glasses. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The FDA Tells Congress E-Cigarettes Are Unsafe—and Illegal

At a hearing today, politicians sparred over vaping's lax enforcement, while Juul and other e-cigarette makers face a growing backlash. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cloudflare Launches Its Security-Focused Mobile VPN, Again

When the company first launched the Warp VPN, “all hell broke loose,” its CEO says. After a few months of tinkering, Cloudflare wants a do-over. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Untitled Goose Game—From a Goose’s Point of View

Being a goose isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. But when these lists magically appear under one of my wings, I revert to a simpler time—it feels like being a gosling again. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

When Politicians Play Web Designers

Opinion: Banning unwanted "dark patterns" from apps and sites may also take away the design features users want. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Best Password Managers of 2019 (Paid, Family, and Free)

We picked our favorite password managers for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Nintendo Switch Lite Review: A Love Letter to Handheld Gamers

Cheaper, lighter, and a whole lot cuter, the Switch Lite is both a follow-up and a spin-off of Nintendo's famous console. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Effort to Punish China Could Slow the Roll of Electric Buses

China’s BYD supplies about one-third of the electric buses in the US, but it would be effectively barred under a provision in a national defense bill. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Cryptocookies

Digital Thin Mints are still better than real Trefoils. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

TikTok—Yes, TikToK—Is the Latest Window Into China’s Police State

Expat Uyghurs are gaming the social platform known for fluff to find loopholes in Xinjiang’s information lockdown. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The PlantWave Device Lets Your Houseplants Play Music

The device converts the electrical conductivity of houseplants into audio, giving plants the chance to sing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Get 150,000 Stranded People Home in 2 Weeks

The UK has a fund to bring home passengers left hanging after the collapse of travel agency Thomas Cook. In the US, travelers wouldn’t be so lucky. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

We’re Killing the Oceans, and We’ll Pay Dearly for It

Depending on whom you ask, the IPCC’s latest report is either startling, depressing, or dire—or more likely a combination of all three. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple's AR Glasses Are Hiding in Plain Sight

The company’s iOS 13.1, due out today, contains new glimpses of smart glasses currently in progress. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump’s Ukraine Mess Feels a Little Too Familiar

The unfolding drama brings together two key threads of the Trump era: foreign interference in US elections and the president's distrust of his own intel agencies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Spot, the Internet’s Wildest 4-Legged Robot, Is Finally Here

A select few can now lease the famous robot, formerly known as SpotMini, from Boston Dynamics. But what exactly is it good for? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

All the Code Connections Between Russia’s Hackers, Visualized

A sort of constellation chart for Kremlin malware, made by two cybersecurity firms, demonstrates the scale of Russia's distinct hacking operations. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Hyundai Makes Another Match in the Self-Driving Game

Hyundai will partner with an industry supplier called Aptiv to deliver robo-taxis, in addition to an ongoing deal with Aurora. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Speed Is Killing the Planet. Time to Focus on Efficiency

The climate crisis is rushing at us like a bullet train. We have to stop obsessing over velocity and become efficiency fanatics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Game-Changing Tech Behind 'Young' Will Smith in 'Gemini Man'

The film's f/x artists tried to create, with pure data, a shockingly realistic 23-year-old Will Smith. Their true aim: to finally cross the uncanny valley. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The On-Demand Economy Brings Us Something Useful: Nature

Subscription services for plants could help reknit our frazzled souls, stimulate our boxed-in minds, and enliven our indoor world. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Untitled Goose Game review: HONNNNNK

The year's best videogame about geese, reviewed from a goose's point of view. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Star Wars News: Is This the Opening Sequence of 'Rise of Skywalker'?

Rumors are circulating that it'll begin with a pretty epic lightsaber battle. But those are just rumors. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

11 Best Fitness Trackers (and Fitness Watches) for 2019

Do you need an activity tracker for skiing, or for counting your dance steps at a wedding? We've found the best fitness watches and trackers for everybody. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why These Geese Wear Tiny Backpacks and Fly in a Wind Tunnel

The bar-headed goose flies 26,000 feet high during its migration. To find out how, scientists devised an adorable experiment. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Peex Review: I Remixed Elton John's Live Show Using my Phone

These app-controlled headphones pipe a live feed of personalized concert audio directly from the stage and into your ears. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cleaner Ships May Mean More Expensive Holidays

New rules designed to reduce sulfur pollution from ocean-going ships will increase demand for low-sulfur fuel, boosting the cost of some imported goods. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: VR Pets Unleashed

Sit. Stream. Stay. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Cities Reshape the Evolutionary Path of Urban Wildlife

If researchers can figure out how pigeons and rats evolve to thrive in hostile city habitats, it could help other beasts—including us—adapt to climate change. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tesla May Soon Have a Battery That Can Last a Million Miles

Elon Musk promised Tesla would soon have a million-mile battery, more than double what drivers can expect today. A new paper suggests he wasn't exaggerating. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Tightens Its Voice Assistant Rules Amid Privacy Backlash

Following Apple, Amazon, and others, Google will put in new safeguards against accidental voice assistant collection and transcription. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Symmetry and Chaos of the World's Megacities

Architectural photographer Ryan Koopmans spent the past decade shooting hi-res photographs of the world's biggest cities. The results are mind-blowing. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Knives Made of Frozen Feces Are Kinda Crappy

Anthropologists have disproved the urban legend once and for all. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump’s Emissions Fight, Amazon’s EVs, and Other Car News This Week

Plus: A GM strike and a post-petroleum running shoe. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Kodak Smile Classic Review: The Best Zink Instant Camera

Kodak's latest instant camera offers bigger, better prints with its eye-catching camera-printer combo. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Washington Whistle-Blower Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Last week, a whistle-blower raised concerns about Trump's phone calls. Also, *Saturday Night Live*'s Shane Gillis saga took over Twitter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI Helps Seismologists Predict Earthquakes

Machine learning is bringing seismologists closer to an elusive goal: forecasting quakes well before they strike. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 Best iPhone Accessories for 2019 (iPhone 11, 11 Pro)

Gear up with everything you’ll want for your iPhone—from wireless headphones to charging cables. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The iOS 13 Privacy and Security Features You Should Know

Your iPhone just got a major security upgrade. Here are all the ins and outs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Richard Stallman’s Exit Heralds a New Era in Tech

Accused of minimizing the harms from sexual assault and child sex slavery, the free software icon has been banished. Now begins the hard work of making tech welcoming and inclusive. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Edward Snowden in His Own Words: Why I Became a Whistle-Blower

Book excerpt: As a systems administrator, the young man who would expose vast, secret US surveillance saw freedom being encroached and decided he had to act. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 'Smart Kitchen' Is Very Stupid

Connected cookbooks? Alexa-enabled microwaves? None of this stuff will make you a better home cook. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Cassini's Sojourn Around Saturn

Orbital images of the planet's iconic rings approach fine art. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Vikings Went Into a Trancelike Rage Before Battle

Ethnobotanists have a new theory on which plant the berserkers ingested. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WeWork's Wi-Fi Is Woefully Insecure

The Saudi oil strike, a license plate privacy disaster, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Extreme-Risk Laws Reduce Gun Violence

Opinion: Red Flag laws help prevent suicides and mass shootings, and buy time for people in crisis to get help. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'The Dark Crystal' Prequel Is 'Game of Thrones' With Puppets

Netflix’s 10-episode series is very, very impressive and has at least one Muppet-phobic freaked out. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Simple Way to Make It Harder for Mobile Ads to Track You

Beating back the scourge of online ad tracking entirely is almost impossible. But you can futz with your smartphone's "ad ID" to slow it down. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Hackers Hit Click2Gov Bill-Paying Portals in 8 Cities

The new wave of attacks comes after a previous Click2Gov hack compromised 300,000 payment cards. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Garmin 6S Pro Review: A Sports Party for Your Wrist

Garmin's latest multisport watch is a bonanza of wrist-based navigation, data-tracking, and battery-saving features. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Arcade Makes You Ask, What Is a Videogame Worth?

The curated ecosystem can be great for creators, but it alters the perceived value of certain titles. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon and the All-Electric Future of Fleet Vehicles

Fleets, like the 100,000 delivery vans the retailer ordered from startup Rivian, will make electrics seem more commonplace, and easier to charge. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It's a Great Time to Buy a Kindle (and 10 More Tech Deals)

Amazon is clearing out Kindles, and there are some deep discounts on some iPhone alternatives this weekend. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Major Legal Battle May Change How Digital Game Sales Work

Valve's Steam platform is currently appealing a case in France over consumers' ability to resell games. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What to Expect From a Pooch on a Paddleboard

Sharing your deck with a dog is risky, but knowing about conservation of momentum might help you stay dry. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Back Up Your iPhone to iCloud or Mac

Save your memories before you grab that new version of iOS. We explain how to back up to iCloud or your Mac (with or without iTunes). Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best iPhone for 2019: Which Model Should You Actually Buy?

Picking the right iPhone has become increasingly difficult, but this breakdown should help you figure out whether you want an iPhone 11 or another model, where to buy a case, and whether it's a good time to purchase. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Your DNA Belongs on the Blockchain

Guest Megan Molteni tells us about gene-sequencing startup Nebula, and how its privacy practices could positively impact the way we share personal information on the web. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Helicopter Parents, Giant Snakes, and Rovers

“Seen any water lately?” Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best iPhone 11 Deals (and Which Model to Pick)

Are you planning to buy an iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, or iPhone 11 Pro Max? Here's the WIRED guide to choosing between them, how to order, and the best deals. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Enter the Capitalocene: How Climate Change Will Ruin Capitalism

Capitalism is responsible for climate change—not you and me. But here’s what one economist says we could do about it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Bleak Hopefulness of Ad Astra

Brad Pitt goes to space in a new psychodrama from director James Gray—and confronts the idea of home. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Enter the Capitalocene: How Climate Change Will Ruin Capitalism

Capitalism is responsible for climate change—not you and me. But here’s what one economist says we could do about it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon’s New Climate Pledges Won’t Stop Employee Walkout

CEO Jeff Bezos unveiled ambitious plans to reduce his company’s carbon footprint. But some workers say the efforts don’t go far enough. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Generation Z Is Making Music With Anti-Radical Tones

Whereas millennial artists embrace experimentation and maximalism, Gen Z finds beauty inside of parameters. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Apple Arcade Will Reshape the App Store

The gaming app ecosystem is built on in-app purchases and ads. What happens when you take them away? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You Can Soon Get Your DNA Sequenced Anonymously

Using a blockchain, Nebula Genomics has crafted a way for customers to get their genomes sequenced without revealing personally identifying data. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Traces of Human Activity in the Burning Man Void

Photographer Michael Light captures surreal, manmade marks in the Great Basin region. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Go to the Bathroom in Space

Hear from a real-live astronaut about pee rainbows, poop practice, and the cosmic quest for good hygiene in zero gravity. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Exclusive Look Inside Apple's A13 Bionic Chip

What Apple's A13 Bionic chip signals about the future of mobile technology. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Roku Ultra and Express (2019): Price, Specs, Release Date

The cord-cutting king's new streamers are smaller and faster, and its software now makes it easier for the indecisive viewers to find something to watch. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Veja's New Running Shoe Subtracts the Plastic

The so-called "post-petroleum" shoe joins the growing ranks of eco-runners. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI Could Reinvent Medicine—Or Become a Patient's Nightmare

The Mayo Clinic will store health data in Google's cloud and use its AI expertise to unearth insights. But Google has made mistakes before. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump Threatens California's Role as a Clean-Air Pioneer

From the catalytic converter to electric vehicles, the Golden State has pushed automakers to build cleaner cars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: The Twitter Secret

Teach your children (to tweet) well. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sorry, Streamers: The Race to Snag Old Shows Leads Nowhere

Reruns of 'Friends' and 'The Office' have been a phenomenon for Netflix, but aren't a lock to attract subscribers in the coming streaming wars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Viral App That Labels You Isn't Quite What You Think

ImageNet Roulette reveals biases in artificial intelligence algorithms. But the vast majority of tags attached to people are rarely used. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Jack Conte, Patreon, and the Plight of the Creative Class

The DIY musician's crowdfunding platform set out to provide a livelihood for artists on the internet. Is it more than just a band-aid for a broken system? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon Cracks Down on Third-Party Apps Over Privacy Violations

Amazon sellers use third-party apps to do business more efficiently, but they can also access shoppers’ personal information. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Clever New DDoS Attack Gets a Lot of Bang for a Hacker's Buck

By exploiting the WS-Discovery protocol, a new breed of DDoS attack can get a huge rate of return. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sonos Move Review: The King of Wi-Fi Speakers Adds Bluetooth

Our time with the first Sonos speaker that has a battery and Bluetooth. Is Sonos ready for portability? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Facebook Portal Smart Speaker Is Back, Now With More AI

New models of Facebook's smart speaker plus camera start at $129, and offer improved tech to track body movements during calls. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Does the FDA Even Regulate E-Cigs? Actually Kinda Not

That’s why all those weird, possibly toxic flavorings are allowed—and the lax regulatory environment goes back a century. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Richard Stallman and the Fall of the Clueless Nerd

The controversial pioneer of free software resigned from MIT over his remarks on Jeffrey Epstein and Marvin Minsky. Stallman won’t be the last. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Deselect Giant Snake

The privacy settings are in Python. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Watch Series 5 Review: Always on Time

The biggest update is a most welcome one: A redesigned display that always shows the time of day. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Don't Storm Area 51, Begs the Webmaster of the UFO Kingdom

Joerg Arnu loves the secretive military base, documents it on an exhaustive fan site, and wants people to visit—just not all at once. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Got What It Takes to Compete in Speed Climbing?

Let's compute the power output required to sprint up a vertical wall. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

One Very Specific Reason Rami Malek Deserved His 'Bohemian Rhapsody' Oscar

It has to do with how the actor playing Freddie Mercury managed those prosthetic teeth. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why We Need Brain Scan Data Guidelines

Opinion: Aided by AI, brain scans know your past and future as well as your DNA. Determining their ethical implications is vital to scientific integrity. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The First Hurricane Relief Drone Was Ready to Fly—Then Dorian Hit

A drone company on Great Abaco, in the Bahamas, was prepared to deliver emergency supplies if the hurricane struck. Dorian had other plans. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Clean Energy

Seems like an easy choice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Shift to Electric Vehicles Propels a Strike Against GM

Like other automakers, General Motors is preparing for a mostly electric future. The catch is that building those cars requires a lot fewer workers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Air Force Will Let Hackers Try to Hijack an Orbiting Satellite

At the Defcon hacking conference next year, the Air Force will bring a satellite for fun and glory. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple iPhone 11 Pro Review: It's All About the Camera

This year's highest-priced iPhone models use premium materials and have a brighter screen. But the real benefit is that three-lens camera. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple iPhone 11 Review: The iPhone for Nearly Everybody

It’s not the best iPhone you can buy, but it’s an excellent phone for the price. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Brutal Murder, a Wearable Witness, and an Unlikely Suspect

Karen Navarra was a quiet woman in her sixties who lived alone. She was found beaten to death. The neighbors didn't see anything. But her Fitbit did. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

James Gunn Tweeted 'The Suicide Squad' Cast and It's Insane

Also: J.J. Abrams just signed a multimillion-dollar deal, and RIP, MoviePass. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

After Six Years in Exile, Edward Snowden Explains Himself

In a new memoir and interview, the world’s most famous whistle-blower elucidates as never before why he stood up to mass surveillance—and his love for an internet that no longer exists. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 11 Best New TV Shows Coming This Fall—From 'Watchmen' to 'Mandalorian'

In the streaming age, there are always new shows. But this fall in particular has some unique treats. (Hello, Disney+!) Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Smartphones That Still Have a Headphone Jack (2019)

3.5-mm audio jacks are endangered, but they're not extinct yet. Some of our favorite smartphones still have them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Helicopter Parenting

Helicopter parenting? There’s 100 apps for that. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Flirty or Friendzone? New AI Scans Your Texts for True Love

A new class of apps can use machine intelligence to determine if your text conversations are imbued with hidden romantic sparks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Artificial Intelligence Confronts a 'Reproducibility' Crisis

Machine-learning systems are black boxes even to the researchers that build them. That makes it hard for others to assess the results. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New Electrics, New Laws, and Other Car News This Week

Automakers show off their latest in Frankfurt, and California lawmakers rewrite the rules of the road for Uber and Lyft. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Colonel Sanders Dating Sim Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Also: President Trump loses another national security adviser, a potential ban on e-cigarettes, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best iPad Drawing Apps for Every Kind of Artist (2019)

With these apps, your Apple Pencil might actually replace your *real* pencils. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fitbit Versa 2 Review: Still Not An Apple Watch

The latest iteration of Fitbit's popular smartwatch is still useful, if flawed. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Physicists Finally Nail the Proton’s Size, and Hope Dies

A new measurement seems to eliminate an anomaly that has captivated physicists for nearly a decade. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Detox Drug Promises Miracles—If It Doesn't Kill You First

The heavy hallucinogen ibogaine is illegal in the US, but some addicts are flocking to Mexican clinics for it, hoping to be cured. A physician investigates. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Rich Donors Like Epstein (and Others) Undermine Science

MIT’s Media Lab, Harvard, Stanford, hospitals—they all take money from donors. Whether it's to truly help the world, or merely burnish a reputation, the money nevertheless bends the arc of the innovation universe. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Spying on Jupiter

The spacecraft Juno made it through a very hostile environment to send back images of this enormous, telegenic, enshrouded planet. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Simjacker' Attack Can Track Phones Just by Sending a Text

White house spying, North Korea sanctions, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Old Sci-Fi Movies Probably Aren't as Good as You Remember

Watching 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' can be quite a shock in the 21st. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

8 Best Zink Instant Cameras & Printers (Zero Ink, Inkless)

We've been testing inkless "Zero Ink" printers and instant cameras for months. These are our favorites. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Reasons to Ditch Google's Chrome Browser for Vivaldi on Android

An innovative browser has launched on Android for the first time. Here's why you might want to give it a shot. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

14 Great Tech Deals on Phones, Tablets, TVs, and Dongles

Have an iPhone 11 hangover? These tech discounts may perk you up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Are Zero-Knowledge Proofs?

How do you make blockchain and other transactions truly private? With mathematical models known as zero-knowledge proofs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You Too Can Make These Fun Games (No Experience Necessary)

Games built with the open source tool Bitsy are often more like stories. Our writer created one in two hours. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Super Planetary-Motion Smackdown: Kepler v. Newton

In science, progress is all about building a better model—explaining more with less. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Danger of Thinking We’re All ‘Addicted’ to Tech

Opinion: Telling ourselves that devices and platforms “hijack” our brains plays right into Big Tech’s hands. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Mass Graves in Russia Tell the Grim Story of Mongol Invasion

After years of digging, archaeologists discover nine medieval graves holding the remains of at least 300 people. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Unpacking Apple’s Big iPhone Launch Event

We ask WIRED senior writer Lauren Goode to give her impressions of the iPhone launch in Cupertino this week. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Remnant: From the Ashes' Makes Post-Apocalyptic Feel Real

Living in the aftermath is a common trope in games. This one makes it beautiful. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Apples, Dark Matter, and Procrastination

Do you hear the people tweet, tweeting a song of angry men … Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Meet a Mad Scientist Who Flies Into Hurricanes

A hurricane bounces NOAA's sensor-packed plane around with such violence, the crew spends a good amount of time in zero G. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Day After 9/11

WIRED Ideas contributor Virginia Heffernan: I still halfway believe I have no right to the word 'trauma' Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best iPhone 11 Preorder Deals (and Which Model to Pick)

Are you planning to buy an iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, or iPhone 11 Pro Max? Here's the WIRED guide to choosing between them, how to preorder, and the best preorder deals. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Need Some Fashion Advice? Just Ask Stitch Fix's Algorithm

Stitch Fix is launching a new service, driven by machine learning, that builds an outfit to suit your personal style. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WIRED's 13 Must-Read Books for Fall

From the *Handmaid's Tale* sequel to Edward Snowden's memoir, the upcoming book season is looking deadly serious. Up to and including lesbian necromancers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Practice Long-Term Thinking in a Distracted World

Bina Venkataraman, author of *The Optimist's Telescope*, talks about the future: how to imagine it, how to be optimistic, how to not kill a million babies. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Land Rover Defender Is Back—With a Softer, Smarter Look

The angular off-roader returns to Land Rover’s lineup with a few rounded corners and a lot of tech-heavy features. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Best iPads (2019): Which New iPad Should You Actually Buy?

Choosing an iPad is more complicated than it needs to be, but we're here to help with our complete guide to all of Apple's tablets, from the new 2019 models all the way back to the original. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It's Time for IoT Security's Next Big Step

Connected devices are more secure than ever. That's still not nearly enough. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Smart Reply Existential Crisis

Thus spoke autocomplete. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Would the Internet Be Healthier Without 'Like' Counts?

Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube have moved to hide or obscure measures of popularity, in the name of less toxic dialog. Users give a thumbs-down. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Biggest iPhone News Is Apple's New U1 Chip Inside It

By embracing ultra-wideband location tech, Apple has a chance to reshape experiences way beyond AirDrop. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The WIRED25 Festival Is Back—Get Ready to Fix Things

Join us for four days of lively stage chats and workshops with luminaries and icons, from Chris Evans and N. K. Jemisin to Stewart Butterfield and NSA cybersecurity head Anne Neuberger. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Chinese Scientists Try to Cure One Man's HIV With Crispr

For the first time, a patient got treated for HIV and cancer at the same time, with an infusion of gene-edited stem cells. The results? Mixed. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Adam Savage’s New VR App Lets You Visit Maker Workshops

Strap on an Oculus headset and approach the workbench as the world's best makers show you how they craft their creations. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

5 Great Ways to Trade In or Sell Your iPhone

So you’re planning to buy a new iPhone. Don’t forget to cash in on your old one through sites like Decluttr and Gazelle, or Apple’s Trade-In program. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Your Flight to San Francisco Was Three Hours Late

San Francisco International Airport is rebuilding one of its four runways, down to the gravel under the asphalt. Throw in some wind, and it's hard to keep planes on time. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Place to Make Undersea Cables Might Be ... in Space

A startup plans to manufacture fiber optic cable on the International Space Station and then ship it back to customers on Earth. Easy! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Happened to Urban Dictionary?

The crowdsourced dictionary once felt like a pioneering tool of the early internet era. Now in its 20th year, it has become something much more inhospitable. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Picky ET Eaters

A radical theory about dark matter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pagers, Pay Phones, and Dialup: How We Communicated on 9/11

The world was a different place when the 9/11 attacks happened 18 years ago. Imagine how social media would fuel—and befoul—the reaction to a similar event today. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple iPhone Event 2019: Everything That Was Announced

New iPhones of course, plus quite a bit more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Watch Series 5: Price, Specs, Release Date

The new Apple Watch is here, with new cases and a face that never turns off. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple TV+ Launches November 1, Subs Will Cost $5 a Month

Another giant joins the streaming fray. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Do Our Faces Deserve the Same Protection as Our Phones?

Facial recognition technology raises a vital question: What role do we want this form of artificial intelligence to play in our society? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

McDonald's Acquires Apprente to Double Down on Tech

The Golden Arches will acquire Apprente, a "sound-to-meaning" voice assistant, to speed up its drive-thru. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

If Computers Are So Smart, How Come They Can’t Read?

Deep learning excels at learning statistical correlations, but lacks robust ways of understanding how the meanings of sentences relate to their parts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sean Carroll Thinks We All Exist on Multiple Worlds

In his book *Something Deeply Hidden*, the physicist explores the idea of Many Worlds, which holds that the universe continually splits into new branches. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Fighting Instagram's $1.3 Billion Problem—Fake Followers

As influencers strive for ever-higher engagement numbers, the battle between fake followers and fake-follower-detection tools is turning into an arms race. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Three Ways to Fix the Drug Industry's Rampant Dysfunction

Big Pharma has come under fire for mislabeled drugs, price spikes, and life-threatening shortages. Now a handful of startups hope to clean up the industry. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: An Apple Email a Day

Click to unsubscribe from the tree of knowledge. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Watch Apple’s 2019 iPhone Announcement Right Here

The next iPhone (and lots of other stuff) will be unveiled today. Keep a browser tab tuned to WIRED to see it all live. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Forget Driving. You’ll Wish You Could Watch TV in This Car

An electric SUV from Chinese startup Byton features a 4-foot-wide curved screen, as well as 270 horsepower and a 224-mile range. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Event Liveblog: All the iPhone News as It Happens

Join us for live commentary beginning at 1 pm Eastern, 10 am Pacific. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI Can Pass Standardized Tests—But It Would Fail Preschool

Opinion: Sure, an AI aced an 8th-grade science test, but the method it used highlights its lack of common sense or anything resembling human understanding. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Should AI Researchers Get Special Access to Visas?

An industry group proposes that countries create a special visa for AI specialists, to foster the exchange of ideas. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Safari and iMessage Have Made iPhones Less Secure

Security researchers say iOS's security woes stem in part from Apple putting too much trust in its own software's code. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon Employees Will Walk Out Over Climate Change Inaction

The planned event will mark the first time in Amazon's 25-year history that workers at the company's Seattle headquarters have participated in a strike. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Red Flag Laws Are Red Herrings of Gun Control

Opinion: There’s little data on the effectiveness of mental health reporting laws, and we’re being distracted from measures we know will save lives. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Unusual Fluids Flip, Twirl, and Redefine How Liquids Work

New shape-shifting liquids can move or morph on command. One scientist even used them to make liquid cables for his headphones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

China Has an Ecommerce Giant You’ve Never Heard Of

Pinduoduo draws shoppers outside China's big cities with low-priced goods. It trails only Alibaba in number of users, and has a larger market cap than eBay. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Watch Apple’s 2019 iPhone Announcement

The next iPhone (and a lot of other stuff) will be unveiled Tuesday. Here's how to tune in. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Let's All Just Chill About Processed Foods

Processed foods are bad for you, right? So super-processed, plant-based meat must be terrible, right? Not so fast on either count. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: The Four Horsemen of Procrastination

Apocalypse later. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Lovability of Malcolm Gladwell: A Gladwellian Analysis

In which the journalist's podcast and new book, *Talking to Strangers*, are reviewed on his own terms. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Imagine the Views From This Italian-Designed Swiss Train

Italian design firm Pininfarina has designed the new rail cars with nearly floor-to-ceiling windows for a line in the Swiss Alps. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Electric Porsche, a Tesla Probe, and More Car News This Week

Porsche’s battery-powered Taycan can go 0 to 60 in 2.6 seconds and features a two-speed gearbox that’s the first of its kind. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Boston Straight Pride Parade Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Also, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson had a very bad week and Walmart took a stand to curb gun violence. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Are We All Wrong About Black Holes?

A philosopher of science worries that the analogy between black holes and thermodynamics has been stretched too far. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

8 Best Electric Bikes for Every Kind of Ride (2019)

We've tested ebikes for commuting, mountain biking, gravel, and even a few that can fold up. These are our favorites. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Concerning Consent, Chappelle, and Canceling Cancel Culture

Dave Chappelle hates cancel culture. Some people have canceled him. Should we just cancel cancel culture already? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Hurricane Dorian and Other Spirals

It's a universal shape, and we find it throughout the cosmos. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Unprecedented Cyberattack Hit the US Power Grid

Exposed Facebook phone numbers, an XKCD breach, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Is It OK to Change Hurricane Forecasts With a Sharpie Doodle?

A physicist wades into the dreaded "cone of uncertainty" surrounding White House weather advisories. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everyone Should Celebrate Their Love for Dungeons & Dragons

It took author Matt Bell a while to get there, but now he encourages everyone to do the same. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

5 Best Gaming Desktop PCs (2019): Custom, High-End, Cheap

I assure you, these PC battle stations are fully armed and operational. They're also WIRED Recommended. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

14 Great Weekend Tech Deals: Garmin, Instant Pot, and More

Whet your appetite for all the new tech this autumn, with our favorite sales on gaming laptops, loudspeakers, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Windows 10 Privacy Settings You Should Check Right Now

Whether you're new to Windows 10 or have been using it for years, take a minute to lock down your privacy. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Moon Landing Goes Awry, Apple Opens Up on iOS Hacks, and More News

Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

India’s Moon Landing May Be Doomed

The Indian Space Research Organization says it lost contact with its lunar lander shortly before touchdown. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple Finally Breaks Its Silence on iOS Hacking Campaign

In its first public statement since Google revealed a sophisticated attack against iOS devices, Apple defended its security measures. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple iPhone Event 2019: What to Expect

The event scheduled for Tuesday, September 10 should be filled with a whole lot of new devices. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Jeremy Renner's App Developer: 'This Is a Freak Situation'

The CEO of EscapeX explains what went so wrong with Jeremy Renner Official—and why he thinks it's an outlier. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Rip a Crazy Skateboard Loop With Physics

All you need is some topsy-turvy force analysis and this simple equation. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Super Nintendo Games Now, Finally, Available on Switch

Also: Steam is getting some very necessary updates, 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey' will soon offer a new history lesson, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An AI-Run World Needs to Better Reflect People of Color

Opinion: A growing black and brown diaspora of data must be used for equality, not oppression. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: How Uber Went Down in Flames

New York Times reporter Mike Isaac charts the rise and fall of the ride-hailing company in his new book, "Super Pumped." He joins us on the podcast to tell us all that went wrong. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Algorithms, Phone Plans, and Sheep

Mother Goose meets GPS. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

DJI Osmo Mobile 3 Review: My New Favorite Gimbal

DJI's portable gimbal won't turn you into the next Alfonso Cuarón, but it does shoot buttery smooth video for a gimbal. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gaming's #MeToo Moment and the Tyranny of Male Fragility

After the death of Zoe Quinn's alleged abuser, the trolls have escalated their racket, raising the question of whose mental health society tries to protect. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook, Microsoft Back Contest to Better Detect Deepfakes

Deepfakes are improving. The contest, which will include deepfakes created by Facebook, is designed to help researchers keep up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Jeremy Renner Just Shut Down His Fan App

Nefarious figures were impersonating the actor on his platform. Also, Amazon shipped out some copies of Margaret Atwood's new book early. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Huge Electric Dump Truck Never Needs to Plug In

Called the eDumper, the massive truck relies on regenerative braking to recover some of its energy as it slows down. Let's break down the physics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Poll Finds Americans Trust Police Use of Facial Recognition

The Pew Research Center reports 56% of Americans trust law enforcement to use the technology responsibly, despite concerns over fairness, and bans in some cities. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Unbuilt Streets of California's Ghost Metropolis

Founded in the 1950s, California City was intended to rival Los Angeles in size. It never took off. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Dating Arrives in the US. Here's How It Works

Facebook Dating's US rollout includes a few new updates, including safety features and more Instagram integration. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Sonos Move Portable Speaker: Price, Specs, Release Date

The battery-powered, $399 Sonos Move even has a built-in handle that makes it more toteable. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cold War Analogies are Warping Tech Policy

Opinion: Politicians and pundits' fixation with flawed Cold War metaphors have produced overly combative policies on emerging tech. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How YACHT Used Machine Learning to Create Their New Album

"I don’t know if we could’ve written it ourselves—it took a risk maybe we aren’t willing to." Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why the Porsche Taycan's Two-Speed Gearbox Is Such a Big Deal

Want to improve an EV’s range by 5 percent, or pump up its top speed? Trying shifting gears. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Paleolithic Disruption

Cave paintings are just the earliest form of pitch decks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Algorithms Should’ve Made Courts More Fair. What Went Wrong?

A 2011 Kentucky law requires judges to consult an algorithm when deciding whether defendants must post cash bail. More whites were allowed to go home, but not blacks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Wants to Help Tech Companies Know Less About You

By releasing its homegrown differential privacy tool, Google will make it easier for any company to boost its privacy bona fides. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Carnival Row' Brings a Richly Textured Fantasy World to Life

Amazon has already renewed the series for a second season. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why the Feds Want to Block a Flight-Booking Software Deal

Airlines think Sabre, the industry leader in booking software, is stodgy. Now Sabre wants to acquire upstart rival Farelogix, which would leave carriers fewer choices. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Light Phone II: Price, Specs, Release Date

The new version of the minimal handset from Light still makes phone calls, but it can now send text messages too. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Operation Unlimited Data

Sometimes explaining the phone plan requires a visual aid. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Forget Politics. For Now, Deepfakes Are for Bullies

The surging popularity of Chinese app Zao has reignited concern that deepfakes could influence an election. Researchers say that's not likely. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Hurricane Dorian Defied Forecasts and Sank The Bahamas

The storm evolved swiftly and unpredictably. But it was other weather phenomena that caused Dorian to stall, devastating the island nation. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Who Is the Black Knight and Why Is He in the 'Eternals' Movie?

Also, turns out, it's pretty apt he's being played by 'Game of Thrones' alum Kit Harington. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Uncertainty Isn't Always a Problem—It Can Be the Solution

Many areas of technology—from pacemakers to space missions—deliberately create controlled amounts of uncertainty to make devices and processes work better. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It’s Way Too Early to Talk About #MeToo and Redemption

We need to keep the focus on the community harmed and not on our feelings for the harm-doers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Planned Eric Schmidt Talk at AI Conference Draws Protest

The former Google CEO is scheduled to keynote a Stanford conference on ethics in artificial intelligence. Critics say Schmidt is a poor ethical role model. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Wouldn’t It Be Great If People Could Vote on the Blockchain?

Well, for starters, stop calling it "the" blockchain. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Yamaha Wabash Review: An E-Bike Ready to Hit (Some) Trails

Yamaha’s gravel-friendly electric bike will make you feel like a kid crazily biking in circles again. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scientists Watch Atoms Fall to See Earth's Changing Structure

A new instrument is so sensitive it can discern a 1.5-centimeter change in sea level. “It was detecting the food in our stomachs,” one physicist says. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: The Free Labor Market

Robots don’t get long weekends. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

xkcd's Randall Munroe on How to Mail a Package (From Space)

Get yourself a heat shield, and throw the parcel really hard—backwards. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Behind the Rise of China's Facial-Recognition Giants

Megvii, one of four highly valued Chinese facial-recognition startups, has filed for an IPO. Most of its revenue comes from surveillance and security systems. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Supermicro Bug Could Let "Virtual USBs" Take Over Corporate Servers

A newly disclosed vulnerability in Supermicro hardware brings the threat of malicious USBs to corporate servers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Molecule Designed By AI Exhibits 'Druglike' Qualities

Insilico Medicine is among several startups trying to harness artificial intelligence to speed to development of drugs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Breville Super Q Blender Review: A Powerful Addition to Your Kitchen

With 1,800 watts of liquefying power, it makes an excellent addition to your kitchen—if you're a blender person. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Rock That Vibrates in Time With Earth, Wind, and Waves

How vulnerable are landmark stone formations to tremors from earthquakes or human activities? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

London Is Changing Its Skyscraper Designs—to Favor Cyclists

Wind tunnels and downdrafts can make life difficult for cyclists and pedestrians. London's new design rules aim to reduce headwinds. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

5 Best Gaming Laptops For Every Kind of Player (2019)

We tested the latest and greatest gaming laptops to sort the god-rolls from the vendor fodder. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

xkcd's Randall Munroe on How to Mail a Package (From Space)

Get yourself a heat shield, and throw the parcel really hard—backwards. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Save Yourself From Notification Overload

You get too many rings and blips and squawks on your smartphone. Here's how to shut them up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: 12-Step Verification

Begin by acknowledging your password has a problem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Happy Birthday Video from Caitlyn Jenner? $2,500, Please

On Cameo, you can buy personalized video messages from a marketplace of 20,000 celebrities. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Elon Musk: Humanity Is a Kind of 'Biological Boot Loader' for AI

AI is outpacing our ability to understand it, says the Tesla CEO. It will open a new chapter for society, replies the Alibaba cofounder. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Hallucinatory Landscape Photographs Will Blow Your Mind

Photographer Cody Cobb created the images during long solo camping trips across America. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Tesla Security Bug, Levandowski Indicted, and More Car News

Plus: A California bill takes aim at Uber drivers, and a cargo drone flies itself Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scientists Avoid Bias When They Know They're Being Tested

A new paper tracked possible bias among scientists awarding prestigious research positions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

8 Best Labor Day 2019 Mattress Sales That WIRED Recommends

All of our favorite bed-in-a-box mattresses are on sale for Labor Day weekend, including some by Helix, Leesa, and Casper. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bell's Self-Flying APT 70 Cargo Drone Hauls a Heavy Load

The all-electric flier can tote up to 70 pounds, cruise at 75 mph, and cover 35 miles with a fully charged battery. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

REI Labor Day Sale: 29 Best Outdoor Deals for 2019

REI's annual Labor Day Sale has kicked off early, with deals on foldable kayaks, cargo bikes, headlamps, socks, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Humans and Neanderthals Kept Breeding—and Breeding—for Ages