Tech

Technology has always been a funny thing in the world of Wallace & Gromit—where Wallace’s wacky inventions, from literal spaceships to remote-controlled robo-trousers, sit alongside a classically low-fi vision of Britain. That’s also been the case for making Wallace & Gromit at Aardman too, as the studio’s triumphed traditional hand-animated features even as it’s dipped its … Read more

As Beyoncé prepares to take the stage for her highly anticipated halftime performance during Netflix’s live NFL Christmas Gameday, those in the Bey Hive are buzzing with excitement — not just for her electrifying set, but for who might join her. While the full list of special guests remains under Beyoncé’s lock and key, speculation … Read more

A court found Google liable for unlawfully monopolizing online search, and its remedies are supposed to reset the market, letting rivals fairly compete. Google (obviously) disagrees that it’s running a monopoly, but before it can appeal that underlying conclusion, it’s trying to limit the fallout if it loses. Google’s justification is that search deals were … Read more

From Keith Rabois to Matt Miller, a lot of VCs have switched firms or spun out of storied VC institutions this year. These employment changes are surprising because unlike in many other fields, venture capitalists don’t traditionally move around very much — especially those who reach the partner or general partner level. VC funds have … Read more

Google Wallet is an essential tool for many users of the best Android phones — it can hold your payment, transit, loyalty, and ID cards. For people in select states, adding your driver’s license or state ID to Google Wallet can be yet another way to slim down or eliminate your physical wallet. After adding … Read more

A rare Sony KX-45ED1 television, considered the world’s largest CRT TV, has been preserved from destruction in Japan, marking a significant moment for gaming history preservation. The 440-pound display was salvaged from an Osaka restaurant days before its scheduled demolition, following a two-week international rescue operation. Gaming enthusiast Shank Mods, aided by local contacts and … Read more

Are you still hunting around for last-minute gift ideas and substantive stocking stuffers? Instead of loading your loved one’s mantle-mounted sock up with candy and whatever Walmart or Target has hanging around in the checkout lanes, why not turn your attention to an awesome pair of Beats headphones? As a matter of fact, you’ll even … Read more

iPhone has picked up support for Rich Communication Services (RCS) from more than a dozen wireless carriers in the United States, but the feature is still not universally supported. For example, Mint Mobile and Ultra Mobile still don’t support RCS. Together, these two wireless operators have about three million subscribers in the United States. Curiously, … Read more

As someone who experiences regular power outages due to storms and random occurrences, I’ve learned that having a backup plan for electric outages is essential for my home. While you can always use a gasoline- or propane-powered generator, a battery system can be a renewable, zero-emissions way to provide your home with an efficient backup … Read more

See at Hulu Carries ABC, ESPN and TNT for $83 per month Hulu Plus Live TV The 12-team College Football Playoff is now an eight-team playoff. The first round concluded without any upsets, which set up some big quarterfinal matchups, starting with No. 3 Boise State and No. 6 Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl … Read more