Instagram algorithm explained, company says users see more with out of order posts
Interest, Recency, and Relationship are the three main driving factors for the algorithm.
Gamers involved in fatal SWAT incident could face life in prison
Hopefully these charges serve as deterrent to any others thinking that swatting is a good idea.
Apple rejects Valve Steam Link app after initially approving it, offers vague reasoning for the ban
Apple’s Phil Schiller responded to at least a few users questioning the ban with an incredibly vague statement.
John Wick: Chapter 3 adds Halle Berry, Anjelica Huston, and more
Several new casting announcements came out recently, and it’s hard not to be excited.
Spyce is a restaurant based on technology with quality culinary backing
The creators call Spyce “the world’s first robotic kitchen that cooks complex meals.”
Were the Google Duplex demo calls staged? Google isn’t saying one way or the other
There were a few things that seemed a bit fishy about the demo in retrospect.
Scientists make some headway on the common cold, cure is still just a dream
This is not a cure, but is perhaps the first small step towards potentially finding a cure for the common cold.
NASA sending a helicopter to Mars, will see if it will fly
This helicopter will be hitching a ride to the red planet on the belly of the Mars 2020 rover.
Boston Dynamics to start selling SpotMini robot dog in 2019
No word on price yet, but Boston Dynamics has said that newer iterations have been significantly cheaper to build.
“Science” says that two spaces after a period are better after a flawed study
If you’re typing on one of these, two spaces make sense. Otherwise, not so much.
Overwatch Pink Mercy skin supports breast cancer research
All proceeds with benefit the BCRF, with a minimum promised donation of $250,000 USD.
Nintendo Switch Online unveiled, launching in September
Nintendo Switch Online is available in Individual or Family memberships starting at $3.99/mth or $19.99/year.
[Spoilers, obviously] James Gunn translates Groot dialog from Infinity War
You’ve been warned, there will be Avengers: Infinity War spoilers below.
God of War is fastest-selling PlayStation 4 exclusive title
So far from what I’ve played, it has earned the praise that has been heaped upon it.
Facebook will enter the dating scene, will probably get it wrong
Zuckerberg claims that this opt-in service won’t match you with anybody you’re friends with.
UK Tesla driver switches seats while autopilot was on, loses license
The driver was hit with an 18 month driving ban, community service, and a fine.
Could Tesla remove Elon Musk as Chairman? One stockholder tossed out the idea
The board of directors is allowing the vote, though as shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone, is asking stockholders to vote against it.
Researchers find a way to create electronic master key for thousands of hotels
The researchers only needed access to a key from the hotel.
Double Dare returning to Nickelodeon this summer with 40 new episodes
Double Dare had a format that should hold up pretty well for a younger audience.
Scientists confirm that parents will never be able to keep up with their kids
These children will probably never stop bouncing.
Amazon reportedly working on robots for the home
No word on what type of functionality to expect, though chances are good it’ll be a mobile Echo speaker.
Alienware hotel room packs in everything you’ll need to waste an entire vacation
The room became available to rent yesterday, and will cost you $349 per night.
Robot arms build IKEA furniture so that you don’t have to
The build itself was broken into three distinct phases: scan, plan, build.
Stranger Things season 3 adds Cary Elwes, Jake Busey
Elwes and Busey will join Maya Thurman-Hawke as new cast members on Stranger Things season 3.
Domino’s Hotspots solve a problem that you may have never known you had
Hotspots will use the GPS on your phone or other applicable location data as necessary to make sure you aren’t calling in rogue pizza deliveries.
The Essential Phone is currently available for $399 USD
Both the Black Moon and Pure White models are on sale for $399, with deals on the 360° camera and Essential Earbuds as well.
