Month: December 2022
There’s another really good reason not to download pirated software
Audio player loading… You might save a few dollars downloading pirated software, but you could also end up losing a lot more in the process, as researchers have discovered a cryptocurrency-targeting infostealer lurking among the cracks. Two separate cybersecurity firms – Flashpoint and Sekoia, uncovered a brand-new information-stealing malware dubbed…
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LG’s new minimalistic appliances are also upgradeable
LG Electronics has a new lineup of minimalistic appliances that removes all unnecessary buttons and decorative flourishes in a refreshing “less is more” approach. The fridge, washing machine, dryer, oven, and dishwasher are said to feature improved controls for an “effortless” user experience. The appliances are also upgradeable via software and hardware…
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Some New Year’s resolutions that won’t end up in your pile of shame
Oh no, it’s almost January 1st and you forgot to make a resolution! This doesn’t have to be hard. Like, I mean, if you want to do your first marathon, knock yourself out. But I’ve found simpler is better for resolutions. You might consider tending to yourself as though you…
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19 Best After-Christmas Sales and Deals (2022): Vacuums, Phones, and Board Games
Put those gift cards to good use with these discounts on everything from tech to toys. Source
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Go read this story about a mood decoder developed by neuroscientists that can measure depression
Whenever I see news about deep brain stimulation, I perk up. The procedure — which involves implanting electrodes deep into the brain to deliver regular pulses of electricity — is used to treat people like my mom with movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease or epilepsy. Researchers are also exploring whether…
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Please don’t film me in 2023
In my favorite TikTok video of 2022, an amateur interviewer with a tiny microphone approaches a stranger in an AC/DC T-shirt minding their own business. Pushing the mic in front of the person’s face, the interviewer comes in with the favorite question of gatekeepers from time immemorial: “Can you name…
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