Some simple tasks are just too hard for the robots. Mike Mulligan Autonomous robots are filling up Amazon warehouses, where they’re sorting, loading, and unloading packages with impressive efficiency. But it sounds like they’re still outmatched by humans when it comes to many essential tasks. The e-commerce giant’s robotic arm Sparrow, for example, excels at… Continue reading Amazon Robots Struggling to Keep Up With Human Workers
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Shopify Allowing Sale of Holocaust Denial Merch
Yikes. Death Merch Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify is defending the right of its clients to sell antisemitic, Holocaust-denying merchandise on its platform. As Bloomberg reports, a store identified by the Anti-Defamation League is selling anti-Jewish propaganda, including parodies of the likeness of Anne Frank. Naturally, the store is marketing the problematic wares on Elon Musk’s… Continue reading Shopify Allowing Sale of Holocaust Denial Merch
Join Us for the WIRED Big Interview Event
WIRED’s Big Interview has long been the definitive source for in-depth conversations with the executives, scientists, political leaders, and creators shaping the rapidly shifting future. Now, for the first time, we’re bringing that series to the stage. You won’t want to miss it. Join us live December 3 in San Francisco for a full day… Continue reading Join Us for the WIRED Big Interview Event
The Man Behind Amazon’s Robot Army Wants Everyone to Have an AI-Powered Helper
Unlike other robots, Proxie’s battery can be swapped out to avoid downtime charging. Cobot declined to say how much Proxie costs to buy or lease, but mobile robots often cost tens of thousands of dollars a piece. The robots work alongside humans, taking turns moving carts and navigating busy spaces without running into anyone. Porter… Continue reading The Man Behind Amazon’s Robot Army Wants Everyone to Have an AI-Powered Helper
Black Friday Apple deals 2024: The best Apple sales on iPads, AirPods, Apple Watches and MacBooks
Apple’s website hardly ever hosts sales of its own and they’re not making an exception for 2024. So we have to rely on other retailers, like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and Target to discount Apple devices for Black Friday. This year, the deals are already looking pretty good — if you’ve been waiting for a… Continue reading Black Friday Apple deals 2024: The best Apple sales on iPads, AirPods, Apple Watches and MacBooks
You can now stream some Xbox games you own, but you still need Game Pass Ultimate
Microsoft has announced a long-anticipated feature for Xbox Cloud Gaming. Starting today, you’ll be able to stream select games that you own on TVs and Meta Quest VR headsets, as well as supported browsers on phones, tablets and PCs in every country where Xbox Cloud Gaming is available. Microsoft plans to expand the feature to… Continue reading You can now stream some Xbox games you own, but you still need Game Pass Ultimate
William Shatner’s Captain Kirk returns one last time in an eight-minute short film
William Shatner, who once sparred with Engadget over Twitter’s verification policy, has finally reprised his most famous role. Captain Kirk is back in the short film 765874 – Unification. This eight-minute story is live now on YouTube and follows the events of Star Trek: Generations, which was the last time Shatner donned his Starfleet uniform.… Continue reading William Shatner’s Captain Kirk returns one last time in an eight-minute short film
Apple Black Friday deals include the 10th-gen iPad for a record low of $280
Apple Black Friday deals have started popping up, and this is your chance to grab a new iPad for much less than usual. Our top pick for the best iPad for those on a budget, the 10th-gen iPad has dropped to $280, which is a record low and a $70 discount. The 10th-gen iPad is… Continue reading Apple Black Friday deals include the 10th-gen iPad for a record low of $280
The best Black Friday subscription deals for 2024: Audible, Kindle Unlimited, MasterClass, ProtonVPN and more
While the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale events are arguably the best times of the year to pick up most gadgets, they’re also a great time to save on subscriptions and services you may already have or that you’ve been wanting to try. Whether it’s an audiobook service like Audible, a VPN service like… Continue reading The best Black Friday subscription deals for 2024: Audible, Kindle Unlimited, MasterClass, ProtonVPN and more
StoreCash Closes $3.7M Seed Funding Round
StoreCash, a NYC-based provider of a cashback and financial mobile application, raised $3.7M in Seed funding. The round was led by Black Operator Ventures, with participation from returning investor MaC Venture Capital, 43North Foundation, Alumni Ventures, Buffalo Angels, Popular Ventures, and Mucker Capital. The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its development… Continue reading StoreCash Closes $3.7M Seed Funding Round