There’s a great deal on Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 over at Amazon right now. The earbuds are currently 28 percent off, bringing them down to $179. That’s just $10 more than the all-time-low price we saw during October Prime Day, and will save you $70. The AirPods Pro 2 got an update earlier this year… Continue reading Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 drop to $179 in this early Black Friday deal
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Okta vulnerability allowed accounts with long usernames to log in without a password
In a new security advisory, Okta has revealed that its system had a vulnerability that allowed people to log into an account without having to provide the correct password. Okta bypassed password authentication if the account had a username that had 52 or more characters. Further, its system had to detect a “stored cache key”… Continue reading Okta vulnerability allowed accounts with long usernames to log in without a password
Engadget review recap: Amazon’s colorful Kindle, DJI’s latest action cam and more
I think my colleague Cherlynn Low jinxed us in the last installment with her mention of a slower than usual October. The last week of the month was jam-packed with news, especially from Apple, so we’re in for a busy few weeks of reviews to finish out the year. This week, we tested Amazon’s long-awaited… Continue reading Engadget review recap: Amazon’s colorful Kindle, DJI’s latest action cam and more
New Apple repair program will fix iPhone 14 Plus’ rear camera issue for free
Apple has determined that “a very small percentage” of iPhone 14 Plus models are having rear camera issues, and it has launched a service program to repair them for free. If your phone isn’t showing a preview when you use its rear camera, then you may be eligible to get your phone fixed at no… Continue reading New Apple repair program will fix iPhone 14 Plus’ rear camera issue for free
Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year
If you’re wondering what happened to Amazon’s new and improved version of its Alexa voice assistant, you’re not alone. Bloomberg reports that the new Alexa is still stuck in its developmental phase and Amazon has cut off access to its beta phase including its new “Let’s Chat” phase. As a result, a planned late 2024… Continue reading Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year
Disney forms dedicated AI and XR group to coordinate company-wide use and adoption
Disney is adding another layer to its AI and extended reality strategies. As first reported by Reuters, the company recently formed a dedicated emerging technologies unit. Dubbed the Office of Technology Enablement, the group will coordinate the company’s exploration, adoption and use of artificial intelligence, AR and VR tech. It has tapped Jamie Voris, previously… Continue reading Disney forms dedicated AI and XR group to coordinate company-wide use and adoption
Greg Hildebrandt, iconic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings artist, has died at 85
One of fantasy and sci-fi’s all-time greats has passed away. Artist Greg Hildebrandt, known for his iconic work on Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Marvel and Magic: The Gathering, died on Thursday at 85. He and his twin brother Tim, who died in 2006, were a powerhouse duo — the Brothers Hildebrandt — until… Continue reading Greg Hildebrandt, iconic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings artist, has died at 85
Instagram reorganizes message requests for creators
A new update for Instagram posted earlier today could fix one of the most frustrating problems for creators. Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, announced a new filtering update on Instagram for creators’ inboxes. Instagram users with a creator-designated account can now filter message requests in their inbox based on its sender in a similar… Continue reading Instagram reorganizes message requests for creators
Audible is offering three months for $3 in an early Black Friday deal
Audible is offering a sweet promotion as an early Black Friday deal, allowing new users to sign up for three months of its Premium Plus plan for just $3. That breaks down to $1 per month. It’s only for new users, so anyone who has previously dipped their toes in the Audible waters are out… Continue reading Audible is offering three months for $3 in an early Black Friday deal
Atari 50’s console-war expansion adds 19 more games on November 8
Atari and developer Digital Eclipse have announced details of the next paid expansion for Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration, a remarkable collection that’s both a compilation of many of the publisher’s games and a documentary about its half-century history. This second DLC is called The First Console War and it highlights the rivalry with Mattel’s… Continue reading Atari 50’s console-war expansion adds 19 more games on November 8