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Tesla’s ‘full self-driving’ package will cost $1,000 more in July
Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” package will get a price hike and cost $1,000 more worldwide come July 1st, Elon Musk has revealed on Twitter. The company chief didn’t mention an exact adjusted price for it, but the option currently costs customers $7,00… Source
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Walmart unveils ‘pro’ versions of its budget Android tablets
Walmart has been selling no-frills Android tablets under its Onn brand for a while, but the $65-plus slates have been basic, to put it mildly. There’s now a better option if you’re willing to spend a little more, however. The 9to5Google team reports… Source
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Oculus Quest is about to feel like the future with controller-free games
Oculus Quest is about to take a huge step in becoming a completely controller-free system, as the VR headset’s hand-tracking feature exits beta later this month. Starting May 28, three Oculus Quest games along with two animated VR films will support this new controller-free mode, and the trend should continue.…
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Asus reveals new Google Meet videoconferencing hardware for offices
Asus has announced new videoconferencing hardware designed to run Google Meet meetings (via 9to5Google). The new gear includes a small computer that runs the calls, an external speaker, and, depending on which configuration you buy, you can also get a camera and a touch screen. The hardware could be useful…
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BBC Together is like Netflix Party but for BBC shows
BBC is launching a new experimental tool, BBC Together, that will let you watch or listen to BBC programming with others over the internet, with everyone seeing the same thing on-screen at the same time. It sounds a lot like Netflix Party but for BBC content. BBC Together works with…
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36M Americans have filed for unemployment, but (some) tech firms are still hiring
Last week, U.S. unemployment claims hit 36 million over a two-month period. The results of pandemic-led closures have been devastating to innumerable industries, as the timeline to reopen remains uncertain in many areas. Indeed noted in a recent report that hirings have slowed significantly versus this time last year. No…
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