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New techniques allow researchers to get definitive numbers on how the virus depletes its victims' antibodies and the memory cells that make them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cirrus' $2 Million Vision Jet Now Lands Itself, No Pilot Needed

The Safe Return Emergency Autoland System lets passengers hit a big red button to bring the plane to safety if the pilot's incapacitated. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Pick the Best Microsoft Surface PC (2019)

If you're having trouble figuring out whether to get a Microsoft laptop or 2-in-1 tablet, we're here to help. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

There's Weirdly a Lot of Game of Thrones News Right Now

The show wrapped up five months ago, but it’s still dominating the headlines. Here’s why. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Things We Loved in October: Google Pixel, Galaxy Buds, E-Bikes

The ramp-up to the holidays means we saw gobs of new products in October. Here are some of our favorites. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Distant Galaxies? The Death Star? Nope, These Are Explosions

In his new series, photographer Kevin Cooley creates crazy images using pyrotechnics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Wait, There’s Hope\! Here’s How Humans Might Save Antibiotics

People have a poor track record of preventing global disasters. But for antimicrobial resistance, an unlikely group of allies is making big promises. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Braun MultiServe Coffee Machine Review: Finally, a Great Single-Cup Coffee Brewer

Braun’s new MultiServe coffee machine can brew batches of different volumes, from one cup to a full pot. And they all taste great. Bye-bye, K-Cups. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Delicate Art—and Evolving Science—of Wildfire Evacuations

The still-burning Kincade Fire prompted one of the largest wildfire-related evacuations in California history—a legacy, in part, of two earlier deadly blazes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Free Up Space in Gmail

Google offers 15 GB of free storage with every account, but many users are hitting the limit. Use these tips to clear some room, and tidy your inbox while you're at it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

AI May Not Kill Your Job—Just Change It

Don't fear the robots, according to a report from MIT and IBM. Worry about algorithms replacing any task that can be automated. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

HBO Max Is the New $200 iPhone

The days of carrier smartphone subsidies are long gone—but streaming subscriptions are filling the void. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Job Killer

G is for Grim, automated to death. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

NASA is Getting Serious About an Interstellar Mission

Only two human-made spacecraft have ever escaped our solar system to dip into interstellar space. Now NASA wants to go back—and soon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Come Hang Out With WIRED at Our 2-Day Festival

Hear from Patrick Collison, Anne Neuberger, Chris Evans, N. K. Jemison, Ron Moore, and other huge names in the WIRED world. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ford Is Bringing Huge Screens—and Live Updates—to Its Cars

October 30, 2019

The bigger screens can display a map, phone, and radio simultaneously. Ford says it won't be too distracting. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Leaving 'Star Wars' Is the Smartest Thing the 'Game of Thrones' Showrunneers Ever Did

Let's be honest, this is better for everyone. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

12 Best Gaming Headsets for PS4, Xbox, PC, and Switch

We picked the best gaming headsets for every budget and gaming system—PS4, Xbox, Switch, PC, Mac, and mobile. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

HBO's 'His Dark Materials' Is a Smart Pragmatic Adaptation

The show promises to engage with the ambiguities of truth and knowledge, and (please!) maybe even give some backstory on the charming, enigmatic Mrs. Coulter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Warren Targets ‘Revolving Door’ Between Government and Tech

Warren's latest plan would prohibit large companies from hiring senior government employees right out of office—and she comes out swinging against Facebook. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google's .New Shortcuts Are Now for Everyone

Want to start a playlist, make a dinner reservation, or post code to Github? Try something .new Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Nest Mini Review: Better Sound, Same Cheap Price

The new version of Google's budget smart speaker packs improved sound and onboard machine learning. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bees, Please: Stop Dying in Your Martian Simulator

Future space colonists will need pollinators to grow food on the moon and Mars. But first scientists need to figure out how to keep them alive. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Shady Cryptocurrency Boom on the Post-Soviet Frontier

Dodgy energy deals, loose regulation, and dubious characters—with links to the Hillary Clinton email hackers—are fueling a burgeoning crypto industry that could provide an end run around US sanctions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Instagram Heats Up

Flame emoji. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Disney\+ Is Getting a Puppet Talk Show

*Earth to Ned*, a collaboration with Jim Henson Co., will launch in 2020. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Fanny Packs: Cheap, Waterproof, and More

Whether you call it a fanny pack, a waist bag, or a hip sling, these are our top picks for you. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 12 Best Foreign Horror Movies You Can Stream Right Now

Dim the lights, grab some popcorn, and hold on tight as you travel the world in search of some Halloween frights. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What's Blockchain Actually Good for, Anyway? For Now, Not Much

Not long ago, blockchain technology was touted as a way to track tuna, bypass banks, and preserve property records. Reality has proved a much tougher challenge. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Murder Podcast

They’ll clean it up in postproduction. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Are Parking Lots So Tricky for Self-Driving Cars?

Here’s why Tesla’s “Smart Summon” feature is taking them on anyway. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

I Tracked Everything My Baby Did Until Nothing Made Sense Anymore

Has a baby pooped at all if it can’t be viewed as part of a Poop Frequency Trend Chart going back three months? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Danger for Pedestrians, a Tesla Profit, and More Car News This Week

The US government said pedestrian fatalities rose for a second consecutive year. But, hey, Tesla's back in the black, and promising record deliveries this quarter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump's Impeachment Tweet Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

For yet another week, the congressional investigation into the president—and his polarizing tweets about it—are driving online conversation. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Physicists Get Close to Knowing the Mass of the Neutrino

The KATRIN experiment is working to “weigh the ghost,” which could point to new laws of particle physics and reshape theories of cosmology. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Change the Default Apps on All Your Devices

Don't settle for the preinstalled apps Apple, Microsoft, and Android stick you with. Mix it up a little\! Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scientists Take Baby Steps Toward Extraterrestrial Babies

Can sperm survive microgravity? Do eggs hold up to radiation? The new science of off-planet procreation is now getting underway. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Moon Walks for Moon Rocks

A look back at what the crews of the Apollo missions photographed on the surface of the moon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Rudy Giuliani Butt-Dialed a Reporter (Twice!)

A UN phishing attack, Adobe accounts exposed, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Basepaws' $99 Cat DNA Test Tells You What's Truly Wrong With Your Cat

Why is your cat such a freak? This at-home DNA test can't tell you that, but it can reveal some information about its health and heritage. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'The Rise of Jordan Peterson' Doesn't Tell You What to Think

The documentary explores how the bestselling author has been both celebrated and reviled. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (15-Inch) Review: Big Size, Small Features

Microsoft goes big with a 15-inch version of its Surface Laptop. It's bigger, and maybe even better if you don't ask too much of it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Pumpkin Carving Kits and Tools to Cut Like a Pro

Get your jack-'o-lantern straight with these Halloween-ready tools and kits, including knives, scoopers, and power tools. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

17 Cool Tech Deals on REI Winter Gear, Dyson, and More

We've found great discounts on everything from vacuum cleaners to heated ski boots. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tesla Has a New Solar Roof—and Musk Says This One Will Work

Elon Musk revealed Version 3.0 of the Solar Glass Roof, which is made of solar panels, but looks like slate. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A New Study Casts Doubt on ‘Gaming Disorder’ Diagnoses

“Dysfunctional gaming,” as the World Health Organization may call it, seems to be more a symptom than the cause of psychological issues. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

10 Best Cheap Headphones & Earbuds for $100 or Less (2019)

We’ve picked the best affordable in-ear, over-ear, on-ear, wireless, and corded headphones in every price bracket. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook’s Encryption Makes it Harder to Detect Child Abuse

Opinion: The social network needs to develop better ways to help stop the spread of millions of harmful images. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The FTC Fosters Fake Reviews, Its Own Commissioners Say

A leaked email revealed that executives at a skin-care firm showed employees how to post fake reviews. But the FTC settled without a fine or admission of guilt. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: The Case for a YouTubers Union

Independent video creators want to unionize, in a play for more transparency from YouTube. Emma Grey Ellis has the story on this week’s Gadget Lab. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trying to Plant a Trillion Trees Won't Solve Anything

We’re not going to stop climate change with just seedlings and fancy agriculture. We also need to reduce emissions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Roombas, Slides, and Calculus

Modernist mathematics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Keybase Doesn't Offer Two Factor Authentication

Keybase exists to keep things safe online. And it doesn't use 2FA to do it. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Your Secret Uber Tipping Behavior, Exposed

A study of 40 million trips finds that men tip more than women, that women drivers get bigger tips, and that riders tip more on repeat rides with a driver. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Search Now Reads at a Higher Level

The company is incorporating new software that better understands subtleties of language, with the biggest changes for queries outside the US. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' Is Lagging Behind 'Avengers: Endgame'

The movie failed to eclipse the Marvel film’s first-day sales on Atom Tickets. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can License Plate Readers Really Reduce Crime?

Flock Safety boasts that its cameras caused a dramatic drop in crime in one Georgia county, but experts say it's not so simple. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Jobs Are in Government. No, Really

Brett Goldstein learned a few things as a cop and in Chicago’s city hall. Now he’s bringing that civic expertise to the Pentagon. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

‘Joker Stairs’ and the Problem With Meme Tourism

Instagrammers flocking to the Bronx to take one picture defeats the purpose of globe-spanning cultural moments. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Internet Is for Everyone, Right? Not With a Screen Reader

Blind users have been fighting for a more inclusive web for over 20 years. Are lawsuits like the one against Domino’s going to make a difference? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

American Roads Are Getting Safer—Unless You're Walking

A government report finds that vehicle-related deaths fell 2.4% last year. But pedestrian deaths are up 50% in the past decade, and no one knows why. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

YouTubers Must Unionize, No Matter What Google Says

Video creators are organizing in pockets all over the world—led, in part, by a slingshot maker in Germany. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: The Slide Rule

Rarer than a unicorn. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

We Should Just Build Giant Telescopes ... in Space

Launching a huge observatory poses big risks, so scientists are plotting a new approach: Send it up in pieces, then have robots put it together. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Samsung Galaxy Fold Review: The Future Won't Fit in Your Pants

The folding smartphone is entirely unique, but also a heavy, awkward pain in the hand—and in the pocket. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Pompeo Was Riding High—Until the Ukraine Mess Exploded

The US secretary of state may be a Trump favorite, but the Ukraine scandal appears to threaten Mike Pompeo’s ambitions for higher office. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Amazon Echo Dot Deal: It's on Sale for Just $9

This is a ridiculously good price for Amazon's popular 3rd-Generation Echo Dot—but there is one tiny caveat. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Watch Mark Zuckerberg’s Libra Testimony in Congress

The Facebook CEO will appear before the House Financial Services Committee—ostensibly to discuss the cryptocurrency, but the questions could range far beyond. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Technology Will Keep Us From Running Out of Stuff

Opinion: Such dire warnings ignore the force of capitalism and technological progress, what Abraham Lincoln called "the fuel of interest to the fire of genius. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Review: Not Much New, But Still a Lot to Love

As updates go, this one is minor. But the Surface Pro is still a major player in portable productivity. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

As Pedestrian Deaths Spike, Feds Take on Fanciful Crosswalks

The federal government wants an Iowa city to revert a crosswalk celebrating the LGBTQ community to the standard zebra design. It’s a growing pattern. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Maybe It’s Not YouTube’s Algorithm That Radicalizes People

In a new report, Penn State political scientists say that it's not the recommendation engine, but the communities that form around right-wing content. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Russian Bots

Don’t go rushin’ to judgment. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Taika Waititi Has Even Bigger Plans for 'Thor: Love and Thunder'

WIRED sat down with the director to talk about everything from 'Jojo Rabbit' to soccer. And yes, he knows about the Captain Marvel and Valkyrie shipping. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Scientists Are Literally Spinning Up Lab-Grown Meat

Researchers take inspiration from cotton candy to make a gelatin scaffolding, which could help realize the dream of more sustainable steaks and chicken breasts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL Review: Almost the Best

For once, Google’s latest phone falls short. Its predecessor is just as good ... and cheaper Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Neil Young’s Adventures on the Hi-Res Frontier

The artist is intent on bringing real quality to streaming audio, whether you want it or not. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

In Hong Kong, Which Side Is Technology On?

Both. Yes, authoritarians have co-opted tech. But the story is far from over. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tech Marketing Is Losing Its Cool

When the cracks in the facade begin to show, just keep calm and consider supply and demand. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Six-Word Sci-Fi: Predict a Scandal at the 2040 Summer Olympics

Each month we publish a six-word story—and it could be written by you. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

You Know What They Say: ‘Great Wi-Fi, Grateful Family’

These multitalented routers ensure that your home Wi-Fi isn't just stable and fast but also secure. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Microsoft's Secured-Core PC Feature Protects Critical Code

The “secured-core PC” feature for Windows looks to head off firmware hacks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Joker Could Become the Biggest R-Rated Movie of All Time

Also, production on Netflix's *Cowboy Bebop* has been delayed due to an injury on set. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Star Wars News: 'The Rise of Skywalker' Will Address the Toxic Rey-Kylo Relationship

Also, “Jedi” is now in the Oxford English Dictionary, and more 'Star Wars' rumors and news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Andrew Yang Wants a Thorium Reactor by 2027. Good Luck, Buddy

The presidential candidate backs a type of reactor that promises cleaner, safer nuclear energy. But it may not be the best way to ditch fossil fuels. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Bizarre Aye-Aye Isn’t Giving Us the Finger After All

The primate uses its long middle finger to fish for grubs. But scientists just discovered its “pseudothumb,” meaning it's got six digits, not five. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Don’t Feed the Robot

Robot vacuums can help clean plates, too. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Startups Are Building Tools to Keep an Eye on AI

The software can help developers constrain their creations so they don't make bad decisions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside Apple’s High-Flying Bid to Become a Streaming Giant

With Ron Moore’s space-race drama “For All Mankind”, Apple is betting on marquee names and lush production to get its TV+ service off the ground. Can it achieve orbit? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump's Pelosi Tweet Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

The president’s attack didn’t quite go over as planned. Also, Lady Gaga wants to know what Fortnite is. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cars Aren't Going Anywhere, and More Transportation News This Week

Plus, we investigate a new, tiny jet engine for cargo-touting drones, and check out Volvo's first electric car. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Computers Are Learning to Read—But They're Still Not So Smart

A tool called BERT can now outperform us on advanced reading-comprehension tests. It's also revealed how far AI has to go. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Pick the Best Roku: A Guide to Each Model (2019)

There are 7 Rokus for sale, and the differences between them are confusing. We break down exactly which Roku is best for your TV. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Camera Accessories for Android and iPhone (2019)

Assemble a photo studio you can carry in a backpack or messenger bag. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Beats Powerbeats Pro Are $50 Off Right Now

Our favorite wireless workout buds are down to $250 to $200 right now. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Control the Privacy of Your Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat Posts

Whether it's Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Snapchat, lock down who can see what you're up to. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Reading the Universe in Infrared

Telescopes that see things in a different spectrum show us the hidden secrets of the stars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

All Hail the Blob, the Smart Slime Mold Confounding Science

A Parisian zoo has opened an unusual new exhibit: a blob of slime mold with almost 720 sexes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Stan Lee's A Trick of Light Explores the Internet's Dark Side

The superhero novel was one of the Marvel Comics co-creator's final projects. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WeWork’s Failure is SoftBank’s Day Of Reckoning

Opinion: Venture capitalists need to take stock of reality after all the blitzscaling. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Masterbuilt 330G Propane Smoker Review: As Good as Wood

Some pit masters may look down on smoking with propane, but this smoker could convert them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Air Force Ditches Its Nuclear Command Floppy Disks

A Samsung Galaxy 10 fingerprint goof, a Tor impostor, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Congress Still Doesn't Have an Answer for Ransomware

As data hijackers continue to target local governments and hospitals, legislators remain stymied over how best to address the problem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

14 Great Weekend Deals: Sony, LG, Razer, and More

It's time to stock up on scary games, big TVs, and a gaming mouse deal so good you'll scream. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

At an Outback Steakhouse Franchise, Surveillance Blooms

Fried onion meets 1984. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

With 'Avengers: Damage Control', ILMxLab and The Void Push VR to New Heights

A partnership between ILMxLab and The Void has already brought 'Star Wars' and Disney Animation to location-based VR. Now: the MCU. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Could an Astronaut Lost in Space Use Gravity to Get Around?

With some basic physics, there are several ways to figure it out in real time. Which is good, because you’re going to run out of air. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 14 Best Wireless Headphones for Everyone (2019)

WIRED's favorite wireless headphones and earbuds for taking phone calls, listening to music, working out, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Netflix Series Explores the Brave New World of Crispr

From malaria-ridden villages in Burkina Faso to fertility clinics in Ukraine, *Unnatural Selection* takes viewers deep into the gene-editing revolution. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Facial Recognition Is Coming to a School Near You

WIRED Editor in Chief Nicholas Thompson joins us for a special edition of this week’s podcast, to discuss Facebook, Google, and facial recognition technology. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Best Mobile Games For Your Hectic Commute

Whether you’re holding the handrail, cradling an infant, or guarding a bag, these one-handed games will make your crowded ride a little more bearable. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Can Tiny Glass Beads Keep Arctic Ice From Melting? Maaaybe

A geoengineering nonprofit wants to spread silicate beads over polar sea ice to prevent the absorption of heat, but some scientists have their doubts. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Rolls-Royce Turns a 747 Into a Flying Lab for New Engines

The engine maker and its contractor AeroTec plan to strip a Qantas jetliner and stuff it with instruments to test new models. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Stock Photos, Robocalls, and Ear Transplants

Just hear the lab rat out. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

4 College Admissions Essay Editing Services Reviewed: Scribendi, Wordvice, Elite Editing, Scribbr

College applicants seeking an edge can turn to online services which, for as little as $14, will spruce up their admissions essays. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Apple's Good Intentions on Privacy Stop at China's Borders

As pro-democracy protests continue in Hong Kong, the tech giant’s troubling relationship with an authoritarian regime has come into focus. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Quest to Get Photos of the USSR's First Space Shuttle

French photographer Jonk snuck into Baikonur spaceport in Kazakhstan to capture images of the Buran shuttle. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The NFL's Helmet Tests Are Brainless

Opinion: Current testing on helmets ignores the kinds of impacts that cause most of the concussions. It’s time for football to wise up. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Meme Culture Changed the PSAT

The College Board is trying to stop the proliferation of test-related memes with ... more memes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Is a Dimension? The Answer Will Bend Your Mind

Caltech physicist Sean Carroll explains dimensions in ways that even a 5-year-old can understand. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The 9 Best Soundbars For Every Budget (2019)

Every TV deserves a soundbar to call its own, and these are some of the best from Vizio, Sonos, Yamaha, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Plan to Boost Drone Batteries With a Teensy Jet Engine

A Florida aviation startup wants to supplement electric power with its watermelon-sized “microturbine.” Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Chaos Will Unfold if Trump Opens the Tongass to Logging

Tongass National Forest is a massive yet fragile treasure—logging and slicing roads into it will set off horrifying effects that will ripple through the ecosystem. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Actual Debate Over the Internet’s Favorite Legal Shield

Wednesday’s congressional hearing on Section 230 may have been a bit unsettling for techies: a genuinely substantive look at the future of tech platforms. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: 23andBnb

I just took a DNA test. Turns out I’m 100 percent staying in this room. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Inside Olympic Destroyer, the Most Deceptive Hack in History

The untold story of how digital detectives unraveled the mystery of Olympic Destroyer—and why the next big cyberattack will be even harder to crack. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Delicate Ethics of Using Facial Recognition in Schools

A growing number of districts are deploying cameras and software to prevent attacks. But the systems are also used to monitor students, and adult critics. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Russia’s Cozy Bear Hackers Resurface With Clever New Tricks

Largely out of the spotlight since 2016, Cozy Bear hackers have been caught perpetrating a years-long campaign. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How a Bitcoin Trail Led to a Massive Dark Web Child-Porn Site Takedown

Federal investigators focused not on offensive hacking efforts or surveilling communications, but on the transactions using cryptocurrency. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A New Gene Helps Explain Why Some People Need Less Sleep

The lucky devils who thrive on just a few hours’ sleep may be benefiting from a gene mutation that increases wakefulness and keeps memory intact. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Corporate America's Second War With the Rule of Law

Opinion: Uber, Facebook, and Google are increasingly behaving like the law-flouting financial empires of the 1920s. We know how that turned out. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Archaeologists Found the World’s Oldest Leftovers

Unearthed Tupperware from the Stone Age shows that humans had “doggy bags” before we had dogs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Portal (2019) Review: Mixed Feelings

In many ways, I like the Portal. But it’s difficult to separate this family of devices from the social network that makes them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Watermark Removal

This procedure is performed by a licensed professional. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Death of Cars Was Greatly Exaggerated

The founders of Uber and Lyft, among others, declared that people would no longer need to own cars. Instead, car ownership is rising. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Quiet, Intentional Fires of Northern California

How the Yurok nation and other indigenous communities use low-intensity burns to shape the landscape and the species that live there. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tired of Jetlag? The App Timeshifter Will Help Reset Your Clock

Timeshifter cribs NASA-backed science to help you recalibrate your biorhythms after switching time zones. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

New Google Devices, Mouse Mind Reading, and More News

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

Facebook Sweetens Deal for Hackers to Catch Security Bugs

The company is turbocharging its bug bounty to try to stop the next data leak before it happens. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tips for Puking in Microgravity and Staying Healthy in Space

To avoid medical debacles in orbit, don’t forget your quarantine or daily trips to the ISS’s zero-g gym. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL: Price, Specs, Release Date

The two new gesture-powered Android handsets have arrived. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Watch the Fourth Democratic Primary Debate Tonight

Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren, and newcomer Tom Steyer are set to take the stage in Ohio Tuesday night. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Everything Google Announced Today: Pixel 4, Pixelbook Go, Nest Home Mini

New Pixel phones, a refreshed Pixelbook laptop, and some new capabilities for Google Assistant. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Power of Wrong Answers in Science Education

The best way to teach physics? Rig your experiments to confound students’ predictions. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Beats Solo Pro Headphones: Price, Noise Canceling Details, Release Date

Apple’s latest headphones bring the world-silencing capabilities of its over-ear cans into a more compact design. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

RIP Dashboard, the MacOS Feature I Don't Want to Live Without

Apple has killed off the Dashboard in macOS Catalina. At least one person will miss it dearly. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ancestry Branches Out Into Genetic Health Screening

AncestryHealth offers a test for hereditary conditions such as breast cancer or heart disease, building on the company’s tools for tracking family history. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Salesforce Cut Pay Disparities Between Men and Women

In an excerpt from his new book, Marc Benioff says he initially didn't believe any pay gap was pervasive in the first place. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Technique Can Make It Easier for AI to Understand Videos

A staggering amount of video is shared online. Researchers are teaching artificial intelligence to process more—while using less power. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cambridge Analytica, Whistle-Blowers, and Tech's Dark Appeal

Christopher Wylie was the architect of Cambridge Analytica’s big plans and also its whistle-blower. His new book explores how he ended up being both. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Robocall of the Wild

More mush, less spam. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Trove of Mouse Data Points Toward Brain-Computer Interfaces

Some 850 gigabytes of mouse brain data just got released. That's great for reading the minds of mice now, and for building brain-controlled computers later. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

It’s Time to Push Tech Forward, and Rebuild What It Broke

Making progress means making (sometimes devastating) mistakes. And then learning from them. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

WIRED25: Stories of People Who Are Racing to Save Us

Humanity is facing thorny problems on all fronts. These folks are working to solve them—and trying to avoid the unintended consequences this time. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Devin Nunes and the Power of Keyword Signaling

Opinion: From “crisis actor” to “collusion hoax,” conservatives use SEO terms gamed by right-wing media outlets, propelling a polarized internet. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

9 Best iPhone 11 Cases (And One Very Good Bike Mount)

I tested out 30 different iPhone 11 cases for the past month. These are my favorites. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

To Go Green, the Energy Industry Goes Open Source

Challenges around renewables are prompting players in the “traditional” sector to collaborate on software they can modify to address their changing needs. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Cutting Out the Middleman

DIY data brokering. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Massive, AI-Powered Robots Are 3D-Printing Entire Rockets

Relativity Space may have the biggest metal 3D printers in the world, and they're cranking out parts to reinvent the rocket industry here—and on Mars. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Artist Takes an Unflinching Look at Her Own Hysterectomy

In her new book, photographer Elinor Carucci grapples with her own aging and mortality. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Fat Bear Vote Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

Yes, it’s real, and yes, it matters. Also, here’s what’s up with the impeachment inquiry and the boycott against Blizzard. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Vacuum That's Not a Car and Other Transportation News This Week

Dyson scrubs plans to build an EV, Tesla owners learn the cars can't power their homes, and lightning that follows shipping lanes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Is the Equal Sign Overrated? Mathematicians Hash It Out

Many of them avoid the equal sign, hoping to promote a looser relationship of “equivalence” instead. It's been controversial. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Best Keyboards for Gaming (And a Little Work, Too)

Whether you're looking to boost your productivity or kill-death battle royale stats, these are the best mechanical keyboards for the job. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google's Pixel 3A Is On Sale at Amazon Right Now

Google's Pixel 3A is already a bargain, and it's $50 cheaper than usual. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The MacOS Catalina Privacy and Security Features You Should Know

The latest macOS update is chock-full of ways to better safeguard your data. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: The Curiosity Rover is One Salty Dog

Rolling across a Martian crater, the rover finds evidence of the red planet's wet past. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

We Don't Need Another Live-Action 'Aeon Flux'

MTV is working on a new live-action series—but is it time we leave Aeon alone? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An iTunes Bug Let Hackers Spread Ransomware

FBI overreach, hacker payback, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Be Master of the Midway—With Physics\!

Don’t be a chump, study angular momentum(p). Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

6 Best Action Cameras for Your Dangerous Adventures (2019)

Whether you're bombing the slopes or diving the seas, these compact, often waterproof cameras are made for danger. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

REI End of Season Sale: 18 Best Autumn Outdoor Deals (2019)

REI's big outdoors sale is here. Our favorite deals on socks, snow pants, slacklines, and more for all your fall hijinks. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Cities Examine Proper—and Improper—Uses of Facial Recognition

From New York City to Portland, Oregon, officials consider regulating how government and private businesses deploy the technology. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Best Cheap Smartphones for (Almost) Every Budget

Why pay four figures? The absolute best Android phones and iPhones you can buy for $200 - $600. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tern HSD S8i and P9 Review: Our Fave New Cargo E-Bike

Tern’s folding, electric commuter bikes have gotten even better. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Google Stadia Could Reach 'Negative Latency'—We'll See!

That may sound like "time travel" but its not. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Put Down Your Phone

Webby founder and filmmaker Tiffany Shlain joins us to talk about her weekly tech Shabbat, a day in which her family abstains from modern technology. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: Pac-Man, Instagram, and Robot Vacuums

Our dark dystopian domestic future. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

13 Best PS4 Accessories to Up Your Game (2019)

Stretching another couple years out of your PlayStation 4 console? Try some of these lovely extras, including headsets, controllers, chargers, cables, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Brie Larson Says Marvel's Superheroines Want an All-Female Movie

Also: The new 'Matrix' flick might have found another cast member. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

High Schools Need to Get Over It and Embrace Esports

Opinion: Rather than bucking the trend, politicians and educators should help students avoid gaming addiction and build healthy, productive team play. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Parrot Anafi FPV Review: A More Affordable VR-Ready Drone

Parrot's latest drone now offers first-person POV flying, but still lacks collision detection. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Are in Your Popcorn—and Your Blood

Food packaging can contain a group of chemicals called PFAS, which have been linked to immune, thyroid, kidney, and reproductive health problems. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How Two Nobel Laureates Spotted the First Exoplanet

Swiss scientists “started a revolution in astronomy” by noticing a tiny stutter in the starlight. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Wealthy Counties Benefited Most From a Flood Relief Program

When the government offered to buy up houses in flood zones, wealthier homeowners took advantage while poorer residents stayed put or fled. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Spellbinding Allure of Seoul's Fake Urban Mountains

Photographer Seunggu Kim spent nearly a decade capturing the manufactured peaks of the city's apartment complexes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

26 Best Nintendo Switch Accessories (WIRED's Top 2019 Picks)

Own Nintendo's two-in-one console? These are our picks for the best gaming headsets, chargers, screen protectors, cases, stands, controllers, adapters, and more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Perils of Distracted Fighting

Opinion: Without proper guidelines, smartphones on the battlefield may kill more soldiers than they save. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Computer Model From Facebook AI Research Group Can Offer You Styling Tips

A new machine learning model suggests small tweaks to your outfit, points to the future of algorithm-based fashion advice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Nobel for Gadgets\! Lithium-Ion Batteries Win the Prize

The 2019 Nobel Prize in Chemistry went to an invention at the heart of modern life: the rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump's Latest Salvo Against China Targets AI Firms

The US bans trade with six Chinese companies, ostensibly for their work against Uighurs. Analysts say it’s evidence of tech rivalry between the countries. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Controversial Plan to Encrypt More of the Internet

The road to routing all Domain Name System lookups through HTTPS is pocked with disagreements over just how much it will help. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why Lightning Strikes Twice as Much Over Shipping Lanes

It might sound crazy, but it’s true: The heavens cast their wrath and fury on the ships more than on the fishes. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Insta Gratification

The only way to fight FOMO is to inspire more FOMO. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

"Ripper"—The Inside Story of the Egregiously Bad Videogame

The 1996 title featuring Christopher Walken was held up as an exemplar of gaming’s future. But things didn’t exactly work out that way. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Trump Takes Aim at the 'Open Skies' Cold War Treaty with Russia

The Open Skies treaty has provided invaluable intelligence for its 34 signatory countries. Now, Donald Trump reportedly wants out. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Physics Nobel Goes to the Big Bang and Exoplanets

James Peebles, Michel Mayor, and Didier Queloz shared the 2019 Nobel Prize in Physics for their discoveries of the universe beyond our solar system. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Big Lure of Tiny Keyboards

Minimalists intent on freeing up desk space are shrinking their keyboards. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Bollinger's Electric Pickup and SUV Are Made for the Mud

The EV startup is packing the battery-driven duo with all the features they need to conquer field and stream. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Exclusive: A Deeper Look at the PlayStation 5—Haptics, UI Facelift, and More

Now that the name is official, we've got more details about Sony's next-gen console—from the haptics-packed controller to UI improvements. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Microfibers Are the New Microbeads. Grab Your Pitchforks

We must declare war on microfibers. But keeping the tiny plastics out of the environment won’t be so easy as an outright ban. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Cow, a Controversy, and a Dashed Dream of More Humane Farms

The gene-edited bull was a marvel, with calves who'd inherited his trait. But a surprise in his DNA ignited a scientific feud and doomed them all. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An AI Pioneer Wants His Algorithms to Understand the 'Why'

Deep learning is good at finding patterns in reams of data, but can't explain how they're connected. Turing Award winner Yoshua Bengio wants to change that. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Total Recall

Not just another face in the crowd anymore. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

How to Donate or Recycle Your Lego Bricks

The toy company has partnered with a logistics company to collect, wash, and redistribute used Lego pieces as part of its sustainability goal. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Most Deepfakes Are Porn, and They're Multiplying Fast

Researchers worry that doctored videos may disrupt the 2020 election, but a new report finds that 96 percent of deepfakes are pornographic. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Star Wars News: 'The Rise of Skywalker' Won't Retcon 'Last Jedi'

J.J. Abrams says he never found himself "trying to repair anything" while working on the forthcoming movie. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Killing "Dead-End Jobs" Only Hurts Us

Opinion: We can't let automation eliminate "on-ramp" jobs, which offer experience, education, and connections. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Airbnb Wants to Send You to Antarctica. Don't Fall for It

The company is seeking five volunteers to go collect snow samples, but the stunt looks more like advertising than actual science. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

We Asked Author Shea Serrano What Movies Must Be Made

Hollywood needs ideas. We asked the leader of the #FOHArmy what movies he'd make if he ran a studio. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tespo Connect Review: A Noisy, Messy Failure

Tespo's machine dispenses personalized vitamins, but it's not worth the counter space. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Ties That Bind Facebook's Libra

Facebook says its cryptocurrency will be managed by an independent group, but an analysis finds more than half of the members have links back to the social media giant. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Ghosted

He died as he lived. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Style Maven Astrophysicists of Silicon Valley

You know who knows machine learning? People who look at the stars all day. And when it comes to what constellations of clothes and shows and music you will like, some of the same principles apply. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Smart Summons from Tesla, Drones from UPS, and More Car News

Plus: A new “flying car” from Kitty Hawk. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

15 Best Bluetooth Speakers of 2019: Every Need and Budget

WIRED's favorite portable Bluetooth speakers of all shapes and sizes, from waterproof clip-ons to a massive boombox. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Talk of Alligator-Filled Moats Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup

A moat stocked with reptiles was apparently one of the ideas that President Trump had for fortifying a wall along America’s southern border. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Why I Coined the Term ‘Quantum Supremacy’

Researchers at Google finally seem to have a quantum computer that can outperform a classical computer. Here's what that really means. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Prepare for the Deepfake Era of Web Video

“We’re going to get more and more of this content and it’s probably going to get of better quality,” says Sam Gregory of the human-rights nonprofit Witness. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Review: Is It Worth It?

Samsung’s latest Galaxy sports watch is a little bigger and a little more expensive than the last one. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

7 Cybersecurity Threats That Can Sneak Up on You

From rogue USB sticks to Chrome extensions gone wild, here is a quick guide to some basic risks you should look out for. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

EVs Fire Up Pyroswitches to Cut Risk of Shock After a Crash

Electric cars run on 400 volts or more. So automakers are designing systems to protect EMTs and others from exposed wires following a collision. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Space Photos of the Week: Oh Pioneers!

Two twin probes from the 1970s sent back some of our first images from Saturn and Jupiter. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Ancient Sippy Cups Could Help Explain a Prehistoric Baby Boom

By weaning their infants off breast milk, mothers may have helped early European farming populations expand. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

'Rule of Capture' Combines Legal Thriller and Dystopian Sci-Fi

Author Christopher Brown's new novel centers on a lawyer struggling to defend political prisoners. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

A Bug in Popular Android Phones Gives Hackers Full Control

FCC comment bots, a "bulletproof" hosting takedown, and more of the week's top security news. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Wolf Gourmet Precision Griddle Review: Not That Precise

You can choose a specific temperature for your pancakes, but in a serious design flaw, the cooking surface heats unevenly. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The First Smartphone War

Mechanized combat and photography grew up together. In the Iraqi city of Mosul, they merged. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

15 Spooky Tech Deals on Drones, Headphones, and Horror Games

It's the first weekend of October. Time to get your Halloween jitters on. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

These Small Cars Can Help Drive the Autonomous Future

Researchers are using 1/10th-size models to test self-driving technology more cheaply and easily than full-size vehicles. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

What Would Facebook Regulation Look Like? Start With the FCC

Opinion: Platform giants need to meet the public interest standard, just like broadcast media. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

HP Omen X 2S Review: A Secondary Screen Doubles Your Gaming Pleasure

This brawny gaming laptop has a secondary display embedded above the keyboard. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Gadget Lab Podcast: Panos Panay on Microsoft Surface

The company’s hardware chief discusses the state of mobile productivity, dual-screen devices, and why the Surface phone isn’t a phone. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

An Open Source License That Requires Users to Do No Harm

Open source software can generally be freely copied and reused. One developer wants to impose ethical constraints on the practice. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Hurricanes May Be Reshaping Big Parts of the Ocean

Scientists are just starting to tease out the long-distance changes hurricanes inflict on coastlines and the deep ocean alike. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

So You Want to Quit Vaping? No One Actually Knows How

E-cigarettes can be more addictive and even harder to quit than regular cigarettes, so kicking the habit may take even more vigilance. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

GoPro Hero 7 Black Deal: $70 Off Right Now

The Hero 7 is still a great deal at $329, with superb image stabilization and awesome time-lapse video. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

This Week’s Cartoons: LSD, AR, and TWTR

Speakeasies need strong passwords. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

When Photographs Turn the Real Into the Surreal

Mladen Antonov's brilliant image from Phuket island asks onlookers to suspend reality and imagine more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Instagram’s New App, Whistle-Blower Protocol, and More News

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

Instagram's New App, Threads, Is Just for Your Inner Circle

The new offering expands on Instagram's "Close Friends" list, providing a completely separate space for sharing photos and messages with your besties. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Will Smith Is on TikTok Now

Also, ICYMI, here's the first 'Birds of Prey' trailer. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

On TikTok, There Is No Time

The popular app doesn’t tell users when a video was posted. Creators say that makes it easier to steal content—but there are also upsides to forgetting what day it is. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Twitter's Speech Policies Shouldn't Be a Campaign Issue

Senator Kamala Harris wants President Trump banned, but that could give Twitter—and Trump's tweets—more weight. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Alberto Salazar, World Records, and Athletics’ Greatest ‘Hug’

Do negative splits actually matter? Did Salazar deserve a 4-year doping ban? WIRED editor Nicholas Thompson and elite runner Knox Robinson hash it out. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Microsoft Surface Duo, Surface Neo, Surface Phone: Details, Specs, Release Date

It folds, but the screen isn't foldable. It sort of fits in your pocket. It has a camera. And it makes phone calls—but don't you dare call it a phone. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

States Should Monitor Methane to Meet Climate Goals

Opinion: A new plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in New Mexico using satellites and big data sets a standard that other states should follow. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Tesla’s ‘Smart Summon’ Will Fetch Your Car—Sometimes

Tesla introduced a feature that allows drivers to call the car to come to them. What could go wrong? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Even the AI Behind Deepfakes Can’t Save Us From Being Duped

Google and Facebook are releasing troves of deepfakes to teach algorithms how to detect them. But the human eye will be needed for a long time. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Football's Concussion Crisis Is Awash With Pseudoscience

Products that offer a "seatbelt" or "bubble wrap" for the brain claim to reduce head trauma. If only the laws of physics worked that way. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Going Cold Turkey

Who’s to say which habit is worse? Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Blind Spots in AI Just Might Help Protect Your Privacy

Researchers have found a potential silver lining in so-called adversarial examples, using it to shield sensitive data from snoops. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

UPS Now Runs the First Official Drone Airline

The FAA has granted a Part 135 certification for the logistics giant's drone business, propelling the little fliers closer to a commercial future. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

One Free Press Coalition Spotlights Journalists Under Attack

One year later, still no resolution in the Jamal Khashoggi killing, and a diabetic journalist is on a hunger strike in an Azerbaijan prison. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Netflix, Save Yourself and Give Me Something Random to Watch

I want off the Netflix carousel. Please give me an "I Feel Lucky" button for entertainment. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Timeless Futurism of Jeanette Winterson's 'Frankissstein'

The author's latest novel reanimates Mary Shelley's classic for a world where life and identity have all new meanings. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Facebook Watch and the Emotion-Harvesting Future of Television

I spent a couple weeks watching the social network's video channel. The shows there were very engaging ... perhaps too engaging. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

PlayStation Doubles Down on Cloud Gaming Starting ... Now

With a price cut and a new commitment to high-profile games, Sony's PlayStation Now makes its case to customers. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Authority Figures: Movie Talk and the Rise of Review Culture

I like to watch movies. I also like to watch people who have watched movies talk about the movies ... even when I haven't seen the movies myself. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

4 Best Live TV Streaming Apps and Services for 2019

You don't have to give up live TV when you cut the cord. There are apps for that, and these are our favorites. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Tech Helping Dogs Learn to 'Talk' With Humans

Using nose-activated vests and touchscreens, our canine pals are being trained to summon help for their handlers—and much more. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Five Years of Tech Diversity Reports—and Little Progress

In 2014, when Silicon Valley companies began disclosing the demographics of their workforces, advocates hoped for change. It hasn't worked out that way. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

Today’s Cartoon: Work Trips

Welcome to the Mirrorworld. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The Massive, Overlooked Potential of African DNA

Genetic studies rely almost entirely on DNA from people of European descent. A startup called 54gene wants to fix that, and fast. Posted from: * Sunstreak Systems * sunstreak.co

The North Face Flight Jacket Review (With Futurelight Fabric)