Articles by Manthan Chheda
Google Home Can Now Speak Spanish: Here's How To Set It Up
Google announced that its smart speaker Google Home can now speak and understand Spanish. The language is one of many languages the company intends to add to voice-activated assistant’s linguistic capabilities by the end of the year.
Instagram Adds Group Video Chat, Redesigned Explore Tab, And Custom AR Filters
Instagram’s latest update brought with it a host of new features. These include video chat in Instagram Direct, new camera effects, topic channels on the Explore feed, and so on.
This Smart Prosthetic Ankle Can Easily Adjust To How Its User Walks And Rough Terrain
Engineers at Vanderbilt University found a solution for amputees who complain about soreness after walking on uneven terrains or climbing stairs. They’ve invented a 'smart' prosthetic ankle that adapts to its user’s gait and the surface of the ground.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Now Compatible With Nintendo Labo
People who own the DIY Nintendo Labo Variety Kit can now play 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.' Nintendo announced a new update that makes the game compatible with the Toy-Con Motorbike.
Future Combat Vehicles Might Use DARPA's Wheels That Can Change Shape In A Blink
Most military ground vehicles are equipped with either tires or tracks. However DARPA's Ground X-Vehicle Technologies program has developed a new shape-shifting technology that can transform wheels into tracks.
'Your Time On Facebook Feature' Found Hidden On Android App Code: Will It Roll Out Soon?
A new time-management feature called “Your Time on Facebook” is in development at Facebook. The feature allows users to see how much time they’re spending on the social media platform.
AT&T Employees Allegedly Pressured By Managers To Sell DirecTV Now Using Unethical Sales Tactics
Former AT&T employees revealed that they were pressured by managers to use questionable tactics to sell subscriptions to the company's streaming service DirecTV Now. They claim that the unethical sales tactics led to consumers paying for unexpected charges.
OnePlus 6 Users Report Battery Drain Issues Following Oxygen 5.1.8 Update
OnePlus users took to OnePlus forums to complain that their devices are facing battery issues after the latest OTA update. OnePlus rolled out the OxygenOS 5.1.8 update across many of its devices last week.
Tinder Wants To Save You From Swiping Endlessly With New Tinder Picks Feature
Tinder introduced a new feature called 'Tinder Picks' that allows users to find compatible matches who fit their particular interests based on career, hobbies, activities, and more. However, the feature is only available to Gold subscribers.
Tesla Might Let You Help Build Cars, Sort Of
Elon Musk took to Twitter to reveal that he's considering allowing car owners to build their own Tesla vehicles. The Tesla CEO is thinking about offering a factory tour where owners can help build part of the vehicle.
Adobe AI Can Tell If Someone Alters, Manipulates An Image
Adobe’s image editing tool Photoshop is used to alter images, often to the point that it becomes difficult to differentiate between what’s real and what’s not. Thankfully, Adobe is working on an artificial intelligence program that can detect fake images.
GarageBand Update Brings New Loops, Instruments, And Free Artist Lessons
Apple released a new update for its music creation software GarageBand. The new update brings a host of new sounds, loops, and instruments, and also offers Artist Lessons for free.
Amazon Fire TV Cube Features You'll Like And Not: Should You Spend $120 For This Entertainment Control Center?
Amazon announced the Fire TV Cube earlier this month. The device, which is essentially a Fire TV with a smart speaker and Alexa-integration, is now available for purchase for $119.99. Here's what you'll like/dislike about Amazon's latest offering:
Someone's Selling 'Hot Dog Water' For Weight Loss And People Are Actually Buying It For $38
People spent $38 on unfiltered 'Hot Dog Water' sold at a festival in Vancouver, Canada last weekend. The keto-friendly water was marketed as a product that supports weight loss, increases brain function, and makes one look younger.
Tesla Mobile App Allows Owners To Limit Car's Speed And Acceleration Remotely
Tesla's mobile app received a new software update that allows owners to control the car's speed and acceleration directly from the app. Owners can set the speed between 50 and 90 mph remotely.
This Technology Will Allow You To Control Robots With BrainWaves And Hand Gestures
Researchers at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory debuted a new robot control system on Wednesday, June 20. The new technology allows users to control robots using brainwaves and hand gestures.
MyloBot Malware Can Take Control Of Your PC And You Won't Even Know It
Tom Nipravsky, a security researcher at Deep Instinct, discovered a new malware targeting Windows-based PCs called Mylobot. The botnet can not only gain control of one's computer but also avoid detection thanks to its advanced evasion techniques.
Seattle Says Buh-Bye To Plastic Straws And Utensils: Ban Starts July 1
Seattle introduced a new law that bans restaurants from using plastics straws and eating utensils, becoming the first major U.S. city to do so. The ban comes into effect on July 1.
You Can Now Preorder LG V35 ThinQ And G7 ThinQ At Project Fi: Here Are The Details
Google's MVNO carrier Project Fi took to Twitter to announce that LG's V35 ThinQ And G7 ThinQ are now available for preorder on its website. While the V35 ThinQ carries a price tag of $899, the G7 ThinQ is priced at $749.
Xbox Insiders Can Now Try The Avatar Editor
After months of delay, the new Xbox avatars have finally arrived for Xbox Insiders. Initially scheduled for last fall, the new avatar system is available to Xbox Insiders to try out before its release to all Xbox One users.
Crypto Exchange Bithumb Hacked: $32 Million Worth Of Coins Stolen
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb was hacked between Tuesday night, June 19, and Wednesday early morning, June 20. The hackers got away with $31.51 million worth of virtual currency, the exchange said in a statement on Wednesday.
This IBM AI Might Defeat Humans In A Debate In The Near Future
IBM debuted a new AI supercomputer that has the ability to debate with humans. The company hosted two debate club-style discussions between two humans and the AI called 'Project Debater' at an event in San Francisco on Monday, June 18.
Here's How You Can Help Families Separated At The Border
Over the last few weeks, thousands of migrant parents have been separated from their children thanks to the Trump administration’s decision to double down on its immigration policies. Here’s how you can help families separated at the border:
Iowa Man Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison For Stealing A Domain Name At Gunpoint
Iowa resident Sherman Hopkins Jr. was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for attempting to steal a domain name at gunpoint. Hopkins tried to steal the domain name DoItForState.com from another man in 2017.
What Privacy? Grayshift Comes Up With Workaround For USB Restricted Mode Of iOS 12
Grayshift revealed that it has already found a way around the 'USB Restricted Mode' in iOS 12. The security feature disables the phone's USB data connection if the phone has not been unlocked for an hour.
Here's How Memoji In iOS 12 Works
Apple introduced 'Animojis' for its Messages app last year, but with iOS 12, users will be able to create characters based on their appearance. The 'Memojis' feature allows users to customize their own avatar.
South Korean Carrier Sells New Apple iPhone 3GS, And Everyone's Asking Why
A South Korean publication reported that a local carrier plans to resell original stock of the Apple’s ancient iPhone 3GS model. The phone, which Apple introduced in 2009, will retail for a mere $40.
Google DeepMind Becomes More Human-Like: AI Can Render 3D From 2D Image
Google's subsidiary announced that its AI-powered computer has learned to create 3D models based on 2D images. The Google project shows the unanticipated intelligence and ability of AI systems to learn by themselves.
Valve Overhauls Steam Chat, And Now It's Just Like Discord
Valve released a new chat system for Steam with a host of new Discord-inspired features. These features include customizable friends lists, group chat, voice chat, an invisible mode, and more.
8Bitdo's Bluetooth Controller For The Nintendo Switch Is So Tiny You Can Take It Anywhere
8Bitdo released Zero 2, a new Bluetooth controller that is small enough to fit on a keychain, at this year's E3. The controllers will be available in five different colors: yellow, blue, white, green, and red.
