Google will beta test a new feature for Google Wallet that can turn US passports into a new form of digital identification. Google announced the new feature on its official blog. Now digital IDs made from passports and state issued IDs can be used as valid forms of identification at certain Transportation Security Administration (TSA)… Continue reading Google Wallet is testing turning passports into digital IDs
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The LCD Steam Deck is up to 25 percent off right now
Valve has big savings on the entry-level (LCD) Steam Deck. You can take 25 percent off the 512GB model or 15 percent off the 64GB one, dropping their prices to $336.75 and $296.65, respectively. The sale runs through September 26 while supplies last for the two phased-out models. The 512GB (NVMe SSD) LCD Steam Deck… Continue reading The LCD Steam Deck is up to 25 percent off right now
I don’t get why Apple’s multitrack Voice Memos require an iPhone 16 Pro
Apple’s recent iPhone event brought some nifty ideas, from the camera button to a reinvention of Google Lens and beyond. The company also announced that it’s bringing simple multitrack recording to Voice Memos. This was particularly exciting for me since, well, I use Voice Memos a lot. I have nearly 500 of these little recordings… Continue reading I don’t get why Apple’s multitrack Voice Memos require an iPhone 16 Pro
One of our favorite MagSafe power banks is 40 percent off right now
This really solid Baseus 30W/10000mAh MagSafe power bank is on sale via Amazon for 40 percent off. That brings the price to $28, from $46. This is a record low for this particular power bank, but be sure to clip the coupon to get the deal. Baseus This is one of the best MagSafe batteries… Continue reading One of our favorite MagSafe power banks is 40 percent off right now
The FDA greenlights Apple’s Hearing Aid feature for AirPods Pro
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Apple’s over-the-counter Hearing Aid feature. Designed for people with mild to moderate hearing loss, it transforms the second-gen AirPods Pro into OTC hearing aids. This follows the FDA’s 2022 decision to allow adults with less-than-severe impairment to use corrective consumer hearing devices without a professional test, prescription or… Continue reading The FDA greenlights Apple’s Hearing Aid feature for AirPods Pro
GM and Hyundai plan to work together on cars and clean-energy tech
It’s not totally uncommon for major automakers to buddy up on projects, share their knowledge and try to find ideas that benefit all parties. The latest to snuggle up are GM and Hyundai. Through their collaboration, they hope to improve their competitiveness while trying to reduce the costs and risks involved with developing new tech.… Continue reading GM and Hyundai plan to work together on cars and clean-energy tech
Chrome’s latest safety update will be more proactive about protecting you
Chrome is getting a series of safety updates that could improve your security while browsing online. In a release, Google announced the new features, which include protecting against abusive notifications, limiting site permissions and reviewing extensions. Safety Check, Chrome’s security monitor, will now run continuously in the background to more readily take protective steps. The… Continue reading Chrome’s latest safety update will be more proactive about protecting you
How to watch Polaris Dawn astronauts attempt the first commercial spacewalk
Two of Polaris Dawn’s four astronauts could make history today by performing the first ever commercial spacewalk at around 700 kilometers (435 miles) above our planet. Jared Isaacman, the mission leader and funder, and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis will leave the confines and safety of the Crew Dragon capsule for 15 and 20 minutes each.… Continue reading How to watch Polaris Dawn astronauts attempt the first commercial spacewalk
Disney+ Basic is only $6 for three months in this limited-time deal
You can save big on a Disney+ subscription if you can live with some ads. New and returning customers can get a Disney+ Basic (with ads) subscription for $2 monthly for three months. That tier is currently $8 per month and includes all Disney+ content. A Disney+ Basic (with ads) subscription unlocks all of the… Continue reading Disney+ Basic is only $6 for three months in this limited-time deal
Steam Families is live, and you can all play at the same time
Following a beta test earlier this year, Steam Families is now live with a new way for relatives to be connected on the gaming portal. Up to five family members can be invited into a group, which will grant access to a shared family library. Each person can create their own save files and collect… Continue reading Steam Families is live, and you can all play at the same time