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Nvidia RTX 4060 review roundup: you deserve better
/ Nvidia’s $300 GPU doesn’t move the needle. a]:text-gray-13″>If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Image: Nvidia Linus Tech Tips is calling it a “wet fart of a GPU.” Hardware Unboxed says it’s “a slap in the face to gamers.” Here’s how GamersNexus begins its conclusion: “This isn’t as egregiously embarrassing as the 4060 Ti.” They’re all talking about the Nvidia RTX 4060, a 1080p-focused graphics card which launches tomorrow for $300 — and probably isn’t worth that price. Not everyo...
The best smart doorbell cameras
Buying Guide We pick the best video doorbell cameras for keeping an eye on people, packages, and anything else that comes across your front porch. By Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home reviewer who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a writer for Wirecutter, Wired, and BBC Science Focus. Illustration by Kristen Radtke With a smart doorbell, your front door’s communication skills go from 1980s landline to 2023 smartphone. Combining a motion-activated camera with a microphone, speaker, and doorbell, a doorbell camera sends alerts to your phone to show you who’s calling without you having to open the door or even be at home. Whether you’re curled up on the couch, hard at work in your office, or sunning on a beach in the Bahamas, a smart doorbell camera keeps you i...
Pillz Lets You Fashionably Flex Your NFTs With its State-of-the-Art Wearable Device
Pillz is set to bring web3 digital collectibles and assets to the physical world with the launch of its phygital wearable that displays NFT collectibles and has gaming capabilities. The device is a versatile wearable accessory you can use as a necklace, bracelet or carabiner. More importantly, Pillz allows users to connect their web3 identities for all to see – not only is it a great conversation starter piece but also a way to proudly show your NFTs in a fashion-forward way. Wear it as a focal point for avant-garde outfits or utilize it as a cool accessory alongside streetwear looks.Each wearable device comes with three different fittings: a pendant for a necklace, a bracelet and a carabiner, all boasting a black and silver minimalist design. Each accessory casing is crafted with rodinate...
Insta360’s GO 3 Is a Lightweight, Ultra-Miniature Action Camera
Insta360 is angling to give GoPro a run for its money with the release of its latest piece of hardware. The GO 3 is billed as the “world’s smallest” action camera, weighing just 1.2 oz (35 g) and smaller than a pinky finger, yet with the capability to record 2.7K 2720 video.Despite its size, the GO 3 doesn't skimp out on the features one would typically want from an action camera. For starters, it has 64 GB of storage and a longer battery life than its predecessor, offering 173 minutes of shooting.If its user is biking or on the go, voice control allows for hands-free shooting. Even if the camera is off, pressing a single button on the front of the camera will simultaneously turn it on and start recording instantly.Insta360 is also known for its AI-assisted photo and video editing software...
It’s taken one day for customers to report broken Pixel Fold screens
/ Google’s first foldable has officially launched, and we’re already seeing reports of damaged screens — big yikes. a:hover]:text-black [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-e9 dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray-63 [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-13 dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63″>The Fold’s inner screen — as on any folding phone — is much more susceptible to damage than your typical phone display.
Sony just spilled confidential PlayStation information because of a Sharpie
/ The black Sharpie strikes again to reveal Sony’s Call of Duty revenue secrets. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Image: Sony It’s not just how much games cost to make that’s been revealed here, either. Sony says 1 million PlayStation gamers play nothing but Call of Duty. My colleague Sean Hollister has analyzed the document, and it appears to show: In 2021, over [14?] million users (by device) spent 30 percent or more of their time playing Call of Duty, over 6 million users spent more than 70% of their time on Call of Duty, and about 1 million users spent 100% of their g...
Windows 11 tests letting you sign into websites with your fingerprint or face
/ Expanded support for passkeys means you’ll be able to use Windows Hello to sign into supported apps and websites. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Microsoft is improving Windows 11’s support for the new passkey standard that aims to replace passwords with a more secure and convenient way of logging in. A recent Insider Preview Build (23486) now lets you use Windows Hello natively to create and sign in to supported applications and websites using passkeys, where you’ll be asked to prove your identity using a PIN, fingerprint, or face-scan.&n...
8 of the Best Wireless Earphones Available Now
It's Friday, so we've rounded up the Best New Tracks to get your weekend started. This week, we've also compiled a selection of the best wireless earphones for your listening pleasure, including a range of brands and prices that are guaranteed to both sound and look good.Check out the list below (presented in alphabetical order) and let us know what you think in the comments.Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) ($249 USD / £249 GBP)Apple's current lineup of AirPods is a little confusing: it offers a total of four options – one overhead and three in-ear – and includes both a second and third generation version of the same product as part of the current lineup. The brand's current flagship earbud is the AirPods Pro 2, following up from the its first ever noise-cancelling earbuds released in 20...
Apple Filed a Trademark Lawsuit for the Granny Smith and Samuel Ross Was Named Design Consultant at Beats in This Week’s Tech Roundup
This week, the tech industry converged with design as Samuel Ross was named the first Principal Design Consultant for Beats, where he’ll focus his efforts on designing new hardware for the brand. Elsewhere in tech, Apple filed a trademark lawsuit against the Fruit Union Suisse, a Swiss organization for fruit farmers, for their use of the granny smith apple in their logo.On the product side, Nothing is teasing its forthcoming Phone (2), slated to launch in July. Instagram, meanwhile, is finally allowing users to download Reels.Below, Hypebeast has rounded up the top tech stories of the week so you can stay up to date on trends in the industry.Samuel Ross Was Appointed the Principal Design Consultant of BeatsA-COLD-WALL* founder Samuel Ross will be bringing his talent to Beats. The designer ...
DoorDash launches hourly rates and location sharing for couriers
/ The new ‘earn by time’ option lets couriers earn a ‘guaranteed hourly minimum rate’ for the time they spend on making a delivery. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray”>Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge DoorDash is making a big change to the way couriers get paid. In an announcement on Wednesday, DoorDash says it will start giving couriers the ability to earn hourly rates on top of tips. With the update, couriers will now see the option to “earn by time,” which offers a guaranteed hourly minimum rate for the time they spend on making deliveries. According to DoorDash, the clock s...
Watch 1,500 Drones Paint the Skies For Dragon Boat Festival
Thursday marked the start of a long weekend as the traditional Chinese holiday, Dragon Boat Festival, was celebrated. Arriving alongside the usual festivities such as the dragon boat races, which see teams of paddlers compete on elaborately decorated boats, were drone displays that could be found off the waterfront of Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong as well as in the neighboring city of Shenzhen.In the country's southern tech hub of Shenzhen, 1,500 synchronized drones lit up the night sky, forming various shapes including a stunning portrayal of a colossal flying dragon. The use of drone shows at music festivals and ceremonies has been increasingly common, serving as a novel and more environmentally-friendly alternative to fireworks. As the industry continues to grow exponentially, it was rep...
20 Years in the Making, Virgin Galactic Finally Sets Date for First Commercial Spaceflight
Virgin Galactic has ambitious plans for its first commercial spaceflight. The company, which was founded in 2004, has been gradually working towards developing its space tourism business for nearly two decades.Announced on Monday, June 26, the 90-minute "Galactic 01" flight is scheduled to take place just three days from now on Thursday, June 29. The rocket will take off from New Mexico’s Spaceport America, carrying 13 different payloads geared toward suborbital science experiments.The patrons of Virgin Galactic’s first commercial flight aren’t merely tourists, however, but a mission commander and an engineer from the Italian Air Force and one physician from the National Research Council of Italy. The three-person crew will be joined by Virgin Galactic’s own astronaut instructor.On the fli...
