Now that we know the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event is coming up soon, it’s time to start thinking about what you may want to snag at a discount during the sale. Some may shudder at the thought of holiday shopping already, but if you pay the $139 annual fee for Prime, these sale… Continue reading Amazon Prime Day 2024: The best early deals to shop ahead of the October Big Deal Days event next week
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Samsung confirms a software update wreaked havoc on older Galaxy smartphones
Samsung has confirmed that an update to its SmartThings app caused major issues for older Samsung Galaxy smartphones. 9to5Google first reported that the update, which rolled out from Samsung over the past few days, bricked devices from the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 series of phones. The publication also found some users reporting the… Continue reading Samsung confirms a software update wreaked havoc on older Galaxy smartphones
Meta’s Movie Gen looks like a huge leap forward for AI video (but you can’t use it yet)
At this point, you probably either love the idea of making realistic videos with generative AI, or you think it’s a morally bankrupt endeavor that devalues artists and will usher in a disastrous era of deepfakes we’ll never escape from. It’s hard to find middle ground. Meta isn’t going to change minds with Movie Gen,… Continue reading Meta’s Movie Gen looks like a huge leap forward for AI video (but you can’t use it yet)
A buggy Samsung smart home update broke old Galaxy S10 phones, but there’s a fix
/ Samsung has replaced a SmartThings app update that caused many old Galaxy S10 and Note 10 phones to get stuck in an infinite boot loop. By Umar Shakir, a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining… Continue reading A buggy Samsung smart home update broke old Galaxy S10 phones, but there’s a fix
Gullible Trump Cronies Losing Their Minds Over Fake AI Slop on Twitter
Can you tell that it’s fake? They couldn’t. AI Crocodile Tears Multiple pro-Trump influencers, including the self-described “investigative journalist” Laura Loomer, were fooled by an AI-generated image designed to depict post-Hurricane Helene aftermath. The image in question features a young girl sitting on a canoe in the rain, clutching a tiny puppy as tears fall… Continue reading Gullible Trump Cronies Losing Their Minds Over Fake AI Slop on Twitter
China ADR short sellers likely lost nearly $7b amid stimulus-stoked rallyMark-to-market losses on Alibaba alone were over $2.3 billion.
Investors betting against US-listed shares of Chinese companies likely incurred steep losses during the last two weeks of September, as optimism around wide ranging economic stimulus measures sparked a sharp rally, according to data from S3 Partners. China-focused stocks and exchange traded funds have been on an explosive run since the country’s central bank kicked off aggressive stimulus efforts on Sept. 24, with several… Continue reading China ADR short sellers likely lost nearly $7b amid stimulus-stoked rallyMark-to-market losses on Alibaba alone were over $2.3 billion.
Chinese logistics firm BingEx valued at nearly $1.2b in US IPOThe IPO bodes well for the broader market which had been depressed for almost two years.
China’s BingEx said on Friday it had raised $66 million in its U.S. initial public offering valuing the courier delivery firm at $1.17 billion, signaling a recovery in investors’ risk appetite and easing regulatory hurdles. The company, which brands its services as FlashEx, sold 4 million American depositary shares (ADS) in the offering priced at $16.50 each. It had aimed to sell… Continue reading Chinese logistics firm BingEx valued at nearly $1.2b in US IPOThe IPO bodes well for the broader market which had been depressed for almost two years.
The Pentax 17 is low-stakes analog photography fun that doesn’t feel like a toy
Cameras and Photography $500 is a lot for a point-and-shoot film camera, but it rewards you with a joyous experience. By Antonio G. Di Benedetto, a writer covering tech deals and The Verge’s Deals newsletter, buying guides, and gift guides. Previously, he spent 15 years in the photography industry. The Pentax 17 feels special. As… Continue reading The Pentax 17 is low-stakes analog photography fun that doesn’t feel like a toy
Gmail for iOS gets an AI assistant to help manage your inbox
/ Google’s Gemini AI gives some iOS users a way to easily summarize emails and find information within messages and files. By Jess Weatherbed, a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. Share this story The Gmail Q&A feature on iOS… Continue reading Gmail for iOS gets an AI assistant to help manage your inbox
Rivian now says it will make fewer electric vehicles this year than it did in 2023
/ A supply shortage forced the company to slash its annual forecast. By Andrew J. Hawkins, transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Share this story Photo by Daniel Golson for The Verge Rivian… Continue reading Rivian now says it will make fewer electric vehicles this year than it did in 2023