/ New rules allocate certain spectrum for the cellular connectivity. Photo by Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images The European Commission is opening the door for European airlines to begin offering inflight 5G connectivity, the organization has announced, by allocating certain spectrum for inflight 5G as well as “previous mobile technology generations.” Passengers will connect… Continue reading Inflight 5G calls and data could become a reality in Europe with new decision
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Gran Turismo chief says devs are ‘looking into’ a PC port
/ Polyphony Digital head Kazunori Yamauchi told GTPlanet that the studio is ‘considering’ bringing the series from PlayStation to PC. Image: Sony Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi isn’t ruling out a PC port for the long-running racing sim franchise. In an interview with GTPlanet (via Eurogamer) during the Gran Turismo World Finals on Sunday, Yamauchi… Continue reading Gran Turismo chief says devs are ‘looking into’ a PC port
The DOJ is reportedly investigating rent-setting software company RealPage
Policy/ Tech / Lawmakers have called on the Department of Justice to investigate RealPage, a real estate software company that’s been accused of helping to drive up rental prices throughout the US. Image: TC Sottek / The Verge The Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division has reportedly opened up an investigation into RealPage, the real estate… Continue reading The DOJ is reportedly investigating rent-setting software company RealPage
Sony’s noise-canceling WF-1000XM4 earbuds are on sale for $100 off
/ Despite newer models like the second-gen AirPods Pro, the XM4s have yet to be bested when it comes to overall performance, making them a great buy during Black Friday. Sony’s WF-1000XM4 are still on sale for $178 instead of $279.99, which is an all-time low.Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Whether you’re on… Continue reading Sony’s noise-canceling WF-1000XM4 earbuds are on sale for $100 off
The God of War Ragnarök PS5 bundle is back in stock at Walmart
/ You now have a second chance at buying the standard, disc-based PlayStation 5 alongside a digital copy of the terrific God of War Ragnarök. The excellent bundle isn’t on sale, but it does include one of the best games of the year.Image: Santa Monica Studio If you’ve been hunting for a PlayStation 5, Walmart… Continue reading The God of War Ragnarök PS5 bundle is back in stock at Walmart
Peloton Row review: the price isn’t right
Peloton gets a lot right with its long-awaited rower, but charging $3,200 is a baffling business choice for the struggling company. Share this story Any other year, the Peloton Row would’ve made a splash. The long-awaited rower was the “worst-kept secret” in connected fitness, and its launch heralds Peloton’s expansion into a whole new category.… Continue reading Peloton Row review: the price isn’t right
Genesis Electrified G80 review: an unconventional cruise missile
The latest EV from Genesis mixes calm performance with stately manners and stunning style Genesis is on a roll of late. With an increasing percentage of its upcoming portfolio driven by electric powertrains, the quirky Korean luxury brand looks set to just keep expanding its presence in a luxury segment that’s too long been dominated… Continue reading Genesis Electrified G80 review: an unconventional cruise missile
Elon Musk says Twitter will begin manually authenticating Blue, Grey, and Gold accounts as soon as next week
/ Blue check marks for people, Gold for companies, and Grey for companies. Elon’s answer to Twitter verification hell is to go back to manually authenticating accounts. Oh, and making the tick a different color.Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Elon Musk says that Twitter’s check mark program could return on Friday, December 2nd,… Continue reading Elon Musk says Twitter will begin manually authenticating Blue, Grey, and Gold accounts as soon as next week
Foxconn offers workers $1,400 to stop protesting and leave ‘iPhone City’
/ The Apple supplier has apologized, claiming that miscommunication on pay was the result of a ‘technical error.’ The offer is equivalent to one or two months of wages. Protest erupted in Zhengzhou on Tuesday when Foxconn workers were told that promised bonus payments would be delayed.Image: @StephenMcDonell Foxconn has offered workers a 10,000 yuan… Continue reading Foxconn offers workers $1,400 to stop protesting and leave ‘iPhone City’
Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ Beta is now available to everyone in North America
/ Anyone who’s paid for it can now request it, with no mention of having to hit minimum safety requirements. Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” Beta, which has been gradually rolling out over the past couple of years, is now available to anyone who’s paid for the feature in North… Continue reading Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ Beta is now available to everyone in North America