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Discord finally brings text chat to voice channels

Discord’s audio chat has sometimes been a confusing experience — as you can’t type in a voice channel, you often have to switch between channels just to share a link or funny GIF. Clarity is coming at last, though. The service has enabled text chat in voice channels across all platforms. Each channel now includes… Continue reading Discord finally brings text chat to voice channels

Claims process begins in $18 million Activision Blizzard harassment settlement

The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has begun accepting claims related to Activision Blizzard’s $18 million settlement with the agency. Starting today, current and former US employees of the publisher who believe they experienced sexual harassment or gender discrimination while working at its offices from September 1st, 2016 to March 29th, 2022 can file… Continue reading Claims process begins in $18 million Activision Blizzard harassment settlement

James Webb Space Telescope’s first full-color images will be revealed on July 12th

Just over six months after the James Webb Space Telescope launched, we’ll get our first look at full-color images captured by the telescope. The European Space Agency says the imagery and first spectroscopic data will be unveiled on July 12th. “The release of Webb’s first full-color images will offer a unique moment for us all… Continue reading James Webb Space Telescope’s first full-color images will be revealed on July 12th

Google is merging Duo and Meet into a single video calling platform

Google is about to simplify its communication services. The company announced today it plans to merge Duo and Meet, its two disparate video calling apps, into a single platform. Starting over the next few weeks, Google will begin adding Meet features to Duo. Once that happens, you’ll be able to use the app, which up… Continue reading Google is merging Duo and Meet into a single video calling platform

Mercedes debuts the final version of its F1-inspired 1,000HP hybrid hypercar

Five years later, Mercedes is finally ready to show the finished version of its hybrid hypercar. The production Mercedes-AMG One now packs a Formula 1-derived, 1,063HP hybrid powertrain with a turbocharged 1.6-liter V6 engine and four electric motors, including one motor in the turbocharger and another linked to the crankcase. While the car won’t rev… Continue reading Mercedes debuts the final version of its F1-inspired 1,000HP hybrid hypercar

Sonos’ voice assistant is now available on select speakers

As promised, Sonos has launched its own voice assistant. Sonos Voice Control is now available on every speaker the company has released with a built-in mic. As with most new features, you set it up via the Sonos app on your iOS or Android device, and it’s a super simple process. I just added the… Continue reading Sonos’ voice assistant is now available on select speakers

Slack adds name pronunciation features to user profiles

Slack is rolling out a few new features for profiles, including ways to help folks avoid the embarrassment and unpleasantness of mispronouncing a colleague’s name. Starting today, users can add an audio clip of them stating their name. You can include the phonetic pronunciation on your profile too. Slack Profiles have been redesigned to make… Continue reading Slack adds name pronunciation features to user profiles

China’s military scientists call for development of anti-Starlink measures

China must develop capabilities to disable and maybe even destroy Starlink internet satellites, the country’s military researchers said in a paper published by the Chinese journal Modern Defense Technology. The authors highlighted the possibility of Starlink being used for military purposes that could aid other countries and threaten China’s national security. According to South China… Continue reading China’s military scientists call for development of anti-Starlink measures

Garmin updates its mid-range running watch for the first time in three years

Garmin hasn’t touched its mid-tier Forerunner 200-series GPS running watches since 2019, but it’s ready to catch up with a major update — plus another for the most demanding athletes. The company has introduced the Forerunner 255, a follow-up to the 245 that adds full triathlon support as well as more accurate multi-band GPS, Garmin… Continue reading Garmin updates its mid-range running watch for the first time in three years