Amazon may be working on a smartphone with hologram-like 3D Amazon is reportedly developing a smartphone that sports a 3D screen that relies on retina-tracking technology to make images seem to float above the screen like a hologram. With the smartphone, users would be able to navigate through content by using their eyes alone, according to two unnamed people who discussed the phone with the Wall Street Journal. More
Microsoft may buy Barnes & Noble's Nook unit for $1 billion According to internal documents obtained by the website TechCrunch, Microsoft has offered $1 billion for the digital assets of Nook Media, Barnes & Noble's digital book venture. According to internal documents obtained by the website TechCrunch, Microsoft has offered $1 billion for the digital assets of Nook Media, Barnes & Noble's digital book venture. More
HTC Expects Brighter Second Quarter Taiwan's HTC expects its second-quarter revenue and operating margin to rise from the first quarter, as sales of the new HTC One smartphone pick up. More
What the f***?! Google Glass censors foul language In order to write emails or text messages with Google Glass, you dictate words. The device is pleasantly reliable at transcribing things you say ... unless you happen to have a foul mouth. More
Delta Air Lines, Albertsons Are The First Big Names To Report Results In 2025 The first full week of the new year will see earnings reports from Delta Air Lines ( DAL ), Jefferies Financial Group ( JEF ), Albertsons ( ACI ), Constellation Brands ( STZ ), and Walgreens Boots ... 01/4/2025 - 2:00 am | View Link
Consumer Reports names top car brands for 2025 INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — With car prices at or near record levels, and interest rates still high, buying any car, new or used, is a high-stakes financial decision. That’s why Consumer ... 12/11/2024 - 11:37 am | View Link
Subaru Earns Top Score in Consumer Reports Brand Report Card Rankings Subaru makes the best cars sold in America, at least according to Consumer Reports. The publication ... hybrid powertrain and sold under two model names – we’re not sure it deserves full ... 12/11/2024 - 11:00 am | View Link
Consumer Reports Names Subaru The Most Reliable Brand, Rivian The Least The Consumer Reports 2025 Automotive Report Card is out and for the first time since 2020 a brand other than Toyota or Lexus is at the top of the reliability chart. Subaru led the owner survey ... 12/5/2024 - 2:41 am | View Link
Rivian Is The Most Loved Car Brand In The U.S., According To Consumer Reports At least that's what members of Consumer Reports' community said in a recent ... some of the most satisfying 10 cars to own, along with names like the Chevrolet Corvette and Mazda MX-5 Miata. 02/5/2024 - 3:00 am | View Link
TikTok's sister app, Lemon8, is now one of the Apple App Store's top free apps. Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesLemon8, TikTok's sister app, is surging in popularity ahead of a possible TikTok ban. Lemon8 uses TikTok's algorithm and is owned by the same Chinese company, ByteDance. The Supreme Court will decide this month on the fate of the law that could ban TikTok — and Lemon8.
The author's companion is her dog Poppy. Courtesy of Andy JonesGrowing up, marriage was never a thing that felt like it was for me. I wanted kids, but worried about what people — and my parents — would think if I was a single mom. I'm now in my late 60s and my companion is my fluffy dog Poppy.
Urbanandsport/NurPhotoEmirates is calling out social media platforms for not acting quicker to remove a video showing a fake plane crash. A video depicting a fake Emirates jet crash in Abu Dhabi has been circulating."We urge all audiences to always check and refer to official sources," Emirates said. Emirates has called out social media platforms for not acting quicker to remove a video showing a fake plane crash.
I've gone on cruises with all different lines and have had some of the same experiences across the board. Amanda AdlerThere are still things I hate about cruises, even after more than 50 sailings. Cruises can require lots of planning and limited port time, which kills spontaneity. Loyalty programs can make it hard for those of us without status to make reservations.
"Our commitment to an enterprise rooted in respect and inclusion is appropriate and necessary," Costco's board wrote last month. Gabbi Shaw/Business InsiderCostco appears to be bucking the anti-DEI wave with its defense of its diversity initiatives. Data published last year suggests shareholders largely support diversity efforts. Costco's move challenges the perceived popularity of anti-DEI proposals.
I've made great memories while dining at steakhouse chains with my family. Terri PetersMy family enjoys going to steakhouse chains. In many ways, they're better than stand-alone spots. With chains, we know what to expect, which is especially great when we're traveling. I've had steaks at chains that were as good as ones from high-end restaurants.