SPEEDCHECK Internet Speed Test We know what “slow” internet is like: videos buffer, downloads lag and a single page can take forever to appear in its entirety. We wonder whether it’s our browser, our device or the website we’re visiting. You may suspect your Wi-Fi signal. Wireless networks are notorious for connection problems. So how […]
How Chinese internet trolls go after Beijing’s critics overseas – CNN
“My phone was going ‘bring, bring, bring,’” said the 31-year-old English teacher. “I was like, What the hell’s going on?” A Facebook page he helps run which focuses on the Uyghur ethnic minority was being flooded by thousands of comments in a targeted attack by nationalist Chinese trolls. China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not […]
Microsoft is making VR better for those with vision problems
The toolkit, known as SeeingVR, was tested on 11 people with vision problems — and the team found that all participants could complete the tasks such as shooting objects or menu selection more quickly with SeeingVR, when compared to the default mode. The toolkit is currently only available for Unity VR developers. But as Unity […]
Act Of Heroism At Boston Marathon Makes Latrobe Man An Internet Star – CBS Pittsburgh
Follow KDKA-TV: Facebook | Twitter LATROBE (KDKA) — An act of heroism at the end of Monday’s Boston Marathon has made a Latrobe man an internet star. The marathon is the ultimate test for a runner, and the Boston Marathon is the nation’s premiere running event. Kevin Wanichko, the women’s cross-country coach at St. Vincent […]
BBM Shutting Down for Good on May 31 – Droid Life
BlackBerry Messenger, otherwise known as BBM, is shutting down for consumers on May 31, 2019. According to BBM, the technology industry is, “very fluid, and in spite of our substantial efforts, users have moved on to other platforms, while new users proved difficult to sign on.” RIP, BBM. // BBM Source link
HP’s first 15-inch Chromebook features a full-size keyboard and IPS touchscreen for $449
Chromebooks continue to impress in the price-for-quality department, and the HP Chromebook 15 is no exception. The first ever 15-inch HP Chromebook (15.6 inches to be exact) comes not only with a full-sized keyboard and number pad, but also a blacklit IPS touchscreen and 64GB of base flash storage. That model starts at $449, and […]
New European Law Will Change the Internet – Voice of America
On Monday, the European Council of the European Union, or EU, approved new copyright rules. They aim to give more protection to artists and news organizations. Critics say the new rules will limit freedom of speech and online creativity and punish smaller web companies. Famous artists, performers and tech experts have spoken out both against […]
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Joker Challenger Pack DLC Review
Share. A great addition to Ultimate whether you are a Persona fan or not. By Brendan Graeber If there’s one thing that’s become readily apparent with DLC guest fighters appearing in the Super Smash Bros. series, it’s the unreal amount of care and detail put into making them feel right at home in Nintendo’s fighting […]
Chinese internet giants test virtual banking in Hong Kong – Nikkei Asian Review
HONG KONG — Hungry for new growth avenues, China’s top internet businesses such as JD.com and ZhongAn Online P&C Insurance are moving into online banking in Hong Kong to experiment with fresh services as they eye expansion overseas. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the city’s de facto central bank, has granted virtual banking permits to four joint ventures set up by […]
Facebook is working on an AI voice assistant similar to Alexa, Google Assistant
Enlarge / Along with video chatting through Facebook Messenger, both Portal devices have built-in Amazon Alexa. Facebook is working on developing an AI voice assistant similar in functionality to Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri, according to a report from CNBC and a later statement from a Facebook representative. The CNBC report, which cites “several […]
Dr Disrespect explains why Apex Legends is turning into H1Z1
Twitch streamer Dr Disrespect is worried Apex Legends is taking a similar route that eventually doomed once-popular battle royale H1Z1. Apex Legends came out of the gates strong when it launched back in February but it has significantly cooled off among Twitch streamers. When it first came out you’d usually be able to find it […]