Active (aka “powered”) speakers do not require a separate amplifier or receiver. Instead, they have built-in amplification (which powers the speakers and makes the sound loud enough to play through them). These amps are often customized for their specific drivers and cabinetry, which can deliver performance benefits. Modern powered speakers may have other perks, like … Read more
Leave it to Saturday Night Live comedy trio Please Don’t Destroy to crank up the anxiety with their latest digital short. This time, John Higgins and Martin Herlihy play two would-be skydivers whose nerves skyrocket after a series of bad vibes from their instructors, played by Ben Marshall and host Michael Keaton. The sketch kicks … Read more
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25689729/g_alienromulus_3216_5_3d7ca4d9.jpeg?w=1200&resize=1200,628&ssl=1 "Alien: Romulus will get a limited-edition VHS release")
It’s time to dust off your VCR and clean the heads, because Alien: Romulus is coming to VHS as a limited edition on December 3rd alongside the other physical releases, director Fede Alvarez announced during “a special Beyond Fest-partnered screening” in Los Angeles yesterday. The “fully functioning VHS tape” is meant to celebrate 45 years … Read more
As founders plan for an increasingly AI-centric future, Gusto co-founder and head of technology Edward Kim said that cutting existing teams and hiring a bunch of specially trained AI engineers is “the wrong way to go.” Instead, he argued that non-technical team members can “actually have a much deeper understanding than an average engineer on … Read more
Most people wouldn’t buy a smart ring for fitness tracking, and for good reason. They’re fantastic, seamless options for passive health data, and surprisingly decent at step counts if you ignore the false positives from gestures. But for fitness tracking, pretty much every brand we’ve tested has given less-than-accurate results, to put it mildly. So … Read more
Ryan Haines / Android Authority Even over text, I can spot some of the signs that my partner is mad at me. I might not know if I’ve said or done something wrong right away, and then I send a message to which I might expect an effusive response. What do I get instead? A … Read more
Libreboot is a distribution of coreboot “aimed at replacing the proprietary BIOS firmware contained by most computers.” So then what exactly is GNU Boot? Its home page explains… In November 2022, Libreboot began to include non-libre code. We have made repeated efforts to continue collaboration with those developers to help their version of Libreboot remain … Read more
Apple unveiled the new iPad mini (2024), bringing Apple Intelligence along with the A17 Pro chip, among other upgrades, to the tablet. For artists and content creators, those upgrades will enhance their creative process during projects, whether it’s making digital art or creating an icon, banner, or social media posts for their platforms. Of course, … Read more
The best robot vacuums make cleaning super easy and convenient. They not only take care of the job for you but also simplify the whole process. Many can even be set to clean while you’re out or asleep, so you don’t have to lift a finger. What to Look for in a Robot Vacuum Choosing … Read more
On a star base far far away, a dashing hero presses a button on a control panel and a schematic appears in midair. Deftly touching her fingers to the ethereal display, the hero shuts down an energy shield and moves on with her secret mission. If you’ve watched any science fiction, you’re probably familiar with … Read more