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Singapore to begin passportless immigration clearance with QR code

d3sign/Getty Images Travelers driving through Singapore’s land borders will soon be able to clear immigration with QR codes, without the need to flash their passports.  The QR codes can be generated via the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) mobile app before travelers arrive at the Woodlands or Tuas checkpoints at the border with neighboring Malaysia. … Continue reading Singapore to begin passportless immigration clearance with QR code

Slack adds a GIF picker to let you spice up your work messages. Here’s how

Slack When emojis or words can’t do a reaction to a message justice, GIFs often come to the rescue. Sending a GIF on Slack has remained a finicky process over the years, requiring you to either visit a third-party website and copy and paste the GIF, or to use the “/giphy” extension and shuffle endlessly… Continue reading Slack adds a GIF picker to let you spice up your work messages. Here’s how

New 2024 iPads reportedly still slated to launch late March or April

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Were you surprised that Apple failed to reveal new iPad Pro models alongside the new M3 MacBook Airs last week? We’ve heard since at least January that Apple would refresh both its Mac and iPad Pro lineup in early 2024. Well, that’s still on track, according to Bloomberg correspondent and Apple watcher Mark… Continue reading New 2024 iPads reportedly still slated to launch late March or April

I use this 12-in-1 electric screwdriver all the time, and right now it’s 39% off

HOTO electric screwdriver. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I’m a big fan of having the right tool for the job, and one type of tool that I use a lot is a screwdriver. While it’s hard to beat a decent set of traditional screwdrivers — here is a great set by Klein Tools that will last you a… Continue reading I use this 12-in-1 electric screwdriver all the time, and right now it’s 39% off

Teslas vulnerable to Flipper Zero hack – here’s how to protect yourself

Tesla While unlocking vehicles with smartphone apps rather than physical keys offers significant convenience benefits, it also significantly expands the attack surface. Security researchers have discovered a method that uses a $169 Flipper Zero device to deceive Tesla owners into relinquishing control of their cars to a malicious third party, enabling the vehicle to be… Continue reading Teslas vulnerable to Flipper Zero hack – here’s how to protect yourself

Hugging Face launching robotics project with former Tesla scientist

OsakaWayne Studios/Getty Images Hugging Face appears to be the latest AI player joining the robotics race, as a former Tesla scientist says he’s starting an “ambitious” open-source robotics project at the AI tech platform. “After 3 years @tesla and Optimus, I am thrilled to announce that I joined Hugging Face to start an ambitious open… Continue reading Hugging Face launching robotics project with former Tesla scientist

I tried Ember’s new smart tumbler and it solved my biggest problem with morning coffee

Matthew Miller/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Ember Tumbler is a standard-looking 16 oz thermos for $199.95 that lets you keep beverages at your preferred temperature for hours. The tumbler has a range of temperature settings, long battery life, comfortable size, and reliable performance. It’s a little on the expensive side and only available in one… Continue reading I tried Ember’s new smart tumbler and it solved my biggest problem with morning coffee

Add Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to your car with this $83 display

Modernize your ride with this touchscreen car display for $96.  StackSocial Cars have become very tech-forward in the past few years. This is most evident in the on-dash displays that most of the newer models feature. But if your car is a little older, you might not have access to that feature.  There is no… Continue reading Add Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to your car with this $83 display

I tested TCL’s 98-inch S55 TV that’s $1,000 off right now and here’s my verdict

Max Buondonno/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways TCL’s 98-inch Class S5 Series TV is the most accessible option for its size, and it’s currently on sale for $1,000 off. Watching movies and TV shows on such a big display is as close to a theatre-like experience as one can get at home. Setting up the TV can… Continue reading I tested TCL’s 98-inch S55 TV that’s $1,000 off right now and here’s my verdict