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Tesla is the only carmaker beta testing ‘autopilot’ tech, and that’s a problem
The recent news of the first-known fatality involving Tesla’s semi-autonomous Autopilot system is undeniably tragic. However, it also highlights one distinct difference between the upstart carmaker and the rest of the established automotive industry: Tesla is beta testing the tech … Continue reading
Chewbacca mom knocks national anthem out of the park at Astros game
Millions of people fell in love with ‘Chewbacca mom’ Candace Payne and her exuberant laugh. It turns out she’s also got some pipes. Payne, sans Chewbacca mask, performed a skillful rendition of the national anthem at an Astros vs. Mariners … Continue reading
This battery pack is the perfect buddy for your laptop
Battery packs are incredibly useful for keeping your gadgets charged when they’re running low on juice. But what about your laptop? MacBook users can pick up the HyperJuice, but it requires a little bit of modding to make it compatible … Continue reading
18 photos that will make your IT person want to cry
Maybe we shouldn’t allow everyone to have access to technology. Most people like to think they have a pretty good grasp on all things tech. But just because you can turn a device on and navigate to your email doesn’t … Continue reading
Dear Apple, please don’t make the best iPhone 7 features ‘Plus only’
The wait for the iPhone 7 is killing me. My bruised, worn and cracked iPhone 6 is barely hanging on and I’m not dumb enough to buy a new iPhone when I know the next model is right around the … Continue reading
Instagram was buzzing about Hiddleswift, the Olympics and Jupiter this week
After the tragic acts of violence that took place over the course of the week, Instagram served as an outlet for people to celebrate the power of togetherness. In addition to moving tributes for Alton Sterling, Philando Castile and the … Continue reading
What does watching someone die on social media do to our mental health?
Damon Young planned to avoid watching the footage of Alton Sterling’s death. Young, editor-in-chief of VerySmartBrothers.com, read coverage about the police shooting of Sterling in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, early Tuesday morning. He wrote about the incident and discussed it with … Continue reading
Former congressman threatens ‘war’ against Obama in deleted tweet during Dallas shooting
In the middle of the Dallas shooting that left five police officers dead, an ex-congressman threatened “war” against Barack Obama and the Black Lives Matter movement in a deleted tweet. SEE ALSO: 5 officers killed, 6 hurt by snipers near … Continue reading
Hermione squared: Emma Watson meets Noma Dumezweni
What happens when movie Hermione meets stage Hermione? Magic. On Thursday, actress Emma Watson posted a photo on Twitter of her meeting Noma Dumezweni, who stars in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Penned by J.K. Rowling herself, … Continue reading
Man creates 3D map of abandoned Scottish mansion using drone
Having a camera on your drone doesn’t just allow you to record ridiculous fails and daring rescue attempts, you know. As Mark from the Abandoned Scotland YouTube channel has shown in his latest video, you can also use them to … Continue reading
