The cast and crew on ‘Teacup’ discuss how separating characters from their support systems heightens the tension and leaves them vulnerable to the unknown.
The ‘hear me out’ cake TikTok trend, explained
You might be curious why people are putting print-outs of cartoon characters into cakes. And, well, the answer is a tiny bit uncomfortable: It’s basically confessing an attraction to the strangest characters, people, or things So the so-called “hear me out” cake is basically the people somewhat jokingly saying, “Hear me out; I would hook…
Violent threats against FEMA swirl on social media
Members of the FEMA Urban Search and Rescue Task Force search a flood-damaged area with a search canine in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene along the Swannanoa River on October 4th in Asheville, North Carolina. | Photo by Mario Tama / Getty Images FEMA employees scrambling to respond to the devastation caused by hurricanes Milton…
Amazon Prime ‘free’ games for October include BioShock Remastered, Doom Eternal and A Plague Tale: Innocence
Amazon has revealed the extensive list of PC games that Prime members can snap up at no extra cost in October. It’s a very solid line up with a little something for everyone, including big hitters, killer indies and, since it’s spooky season, a cauldron full of horror games. BioShock Remastered, Doom Eternal (one of…
Marriott agrees to pay $52 million settlement after multiple data breaches
Image: Shutterstock Marriott agreed to pay a $52 million settlement to 49 states and Washington, DC, over a series of data breaches that occurred between 2014 and 2020, affecting more than 334 million customers. As part of a separate agreement, the Federal Trade Commission is also requiring Marriott and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels & Resorts…
Fake Web3 recruiters, linked to North Korea, installing crypto-stealing malware
Threat actors linked to North Korea, posing as Web3 recruiters, are targeting job seekers to install crypto-stealing malware on their devices. The fraudsters are misleading the unassuming job applicants into downloading the corrupted software, under the guise of a video call application, to wreak havoc. As initially detailed by cybersecurity firm Palo Alto’s Unit 42,…
Is this image AI-generated? How to tell in 3 easy steps.
As AI gets better and better it may seem harder and harder to tell what’s real and what isn’t, but not all hope is lost. Here’s how you can tell the difference between the real and the computer-generated. Please follow and like us:
Qualcomm confirms zero-day flaw exploited to target Android devices
Qualcomm has confirmed that hackers have exploited a zero-day flaw in its chips used in multiple Android devices. The semiconductor firm released limited information on the vulnerability in its October security bulletin. The security exploit, known as zero-day because it was unknown to the manufacturer when it was manipulated, could have been used on an…
Study: Reports of nonconsensual nude images are ignored on X
X (formerly Twitter) takes swift action when taking down deepfake nude images that are reported as copyright violations — but not when they’re reported under “nonconsensual nudity,” a study has found. The paper, published by researchers at the University of Michigan and Florida International University, is an audit of X’s reporting systems and hasn’t yet…
Apple TV+ to arrive on Amazon Prime by the end of October
Apple and Amazon have confirmed an agreement that will bring the Apple TV+ streaming service to Amazon’s Prime Video platform. The additional content will be available in the United States by the end of October. Apple TV+ will now join other streaming packages such as Paramount+, (WBD) Max, and AMC+ as a subscription-based add-on for…
Dead Island 2 and Gris join the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for October
October’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup is certainly stuffed to the gills. There’s something for everyone, from zombie classics to narrative adventures and beyond. Let’s take a look. The biggest draw here is likely Dead Island 2. For a while, we weren’t sure if this game would ever come out, but it did and it’s…
SEC Chairman Gary Gensler: crypto unlikely to become currency
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler said that it is unlikely that Bitcoin (BTC) or another cryptocurrency will become a widely used means of payment. Gensler made the remarks at a recent event held at the Law Department of the New York University, industry media Coindesk reported. Gensler also claimed that there…
How to buy the Nintendo Alarmo
Could any other gaming company release a clock when everybody is waiting for a new console and have people tripping over themselves to buy it? We don’t remember as much love for this toaster that has all Xbox branding. The Nintendo Alarmo is here and people are trying to get their hands on one right…
The best Garmin watches for training and everyday life
Garmins aren’t just multisport behemoths anymore. | Illustration by Will Joel / The Verge Garmin may be best known for its hardcore fitness watches, but it’s got an extensive line of lifestyle offerings, too. Continue reading… Please follow and like us:
Save nearly $30 on ‘EA College Football 25’ with this Prime Day deal still available
SAVE $27: Amazon has EA Sports College Football 25 for nearly 40% off. It’s currently $42.99, a huge discount from its $69.99 list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Electronic Arts EA Sports College Football 25 $42.99 at Amazon $69.99 Save $27.00 Get Deal In real life, college football is heating up with thrilling…
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero split screen functionality explained
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero brings the authentic Dragon Ball fighting experience and a huge roster of characters to boot. You’ll likely want to test the whole roster out with your friends to see who comes out on top both in terms of your skill levels and the meta picks. While the go to for playing…
Trump’s crypto project World Liberty Financial proposes link to Aave
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) — the cryptocurrency project of former United States president Donald Trump — submitted a governance proposal to Aave (AAVE) to link the two projects. The Oct. 9 proposal suggests deploying a World Liberty Financial Aave instance that would be focused on providing stablecoin liquidity for Ethereum (ETH) and Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC)…
Netflix’s ‘Jentry Chau vs the Underworld’ teaser has anime Ali Wong slaying demons
Netflix has dropped its teaser for Echo Wu’s “Jentry Chau vs the Underworld”, an upcoming anime series starring Ali Wong. Please follow and like us:
Apple Vision Pro: You may never meet The Weeknd, but this new experience brings you close
Music videos are so yesterday. It’s 2024 — time to strap on the Vision Pro and experience Apple Immersive Video instead. Apple just revealed that The Weeknd, who made a cameo appearance during the iPhone 16 “Glowtime” livestream, is unleashing a new “breathtaking immersive experience” that is designed exclusively for the Vision Pro. It will…
Submerged is everything impressive and isolating about the Vision Pro
This is Apple’s first scripted short film for the Vision Pro. | Image: Apple I don’t like submarines. The idea of being trapped, several hundred feet underwater, in a narrow, creaking death trap? No thanks. I already knew that going into a screening of Submerged, the first scripted short film shot in Apple Immersive Video…
Football Manager 25 is delayed until late in the European soccer season
Just 10 days after announcing a late November release date for Football Manager 25, Sports Interactive has delayed the soccer sim by several months. The developer and Sega, the game’s publisher, said in September that they were pushing back the release date by a few weeks to “deliver the best possible experience for this first…
‘Conclave’ trailer promises political shenanigans at the Vatican
Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini star in “Conclave.” Watch the trailer. Please follow and like us:
Porsche to recall over 27,000 EVs in US over battery short circuit risk
Photo by Sean O’Kane / The Verge Porsche is recalling thousands of its Taycan electric vehicles over a possible short circuit risk that could cause a fire. The recall affects 27,527 Taycans built between October 21st, 2019, and February 1st, 2024, according to the NHTSA safety recall report. The problem has been narrowed down to…
Amazon Prime Day monitor deals are still going strong on Samsung, Asus, and Acer models
Amazon’s October Prime Day might be over according to the calendar, but we’re still seeing major discounts. If you’re shopping for a new monitor, you’re still in luck and will have your pick of brand, size, and specialty. Here are some top deals to shop after Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. Post Prime Day monitor…
How to customize your iPhone’s app icons
Illustration by Samar Haddad / The Verge Sometimes, an app’s icon just doesn’t look right on your homescreen. For example, let’s say — just for the sake of argument — that the icon for a social networking app was switched from a pretty blue bird to a rather stark “X.” Could you change that icon?…
Apple’s Disclaimer uses sex and scandal to shape your perception of reality
Image: Apple Alfonso Cuarón’s Disclaimer is a gripping erotic thriller about the power stories have over us. Continue reading… Please follow and like us:
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero crossplay functionality explained
Dragon Ball Sparking Zero has a lot of content on offer with a plethora of modes to explore, including online battling. Since the game is also a multi-platform release, many are wondering if Sparking Zero has crossplay functionality, allowing you to play against other Dragon Ball fans no matter the device. Below, we’ll run you…
What Mashable readers bought during October Prime Day — some are still on sale
While Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days may have technically come to an end on October 9, we know well that Amazon extends their sales past the official date. If you’re curious about all the deals that are still live, we’re still following them here. But now that the event has wrapped, we’re curious about the…
Internet Archive data breach: Hacker claims to ‘See 31 million of you’ on Have I Been Pwned
The Internet Archive is currently under attack from hacker groups. And, it seems these bad actors have been able to access sensitive data for millions of the Internet Archive’s users. The non-profit Internet Archive, which keeps archived versions of digital media including websites via The Wayback Machine, has been suffering from distributed denial of service…
How to Make People Excited About Your New Tech Startup
If you want your tech startup to be successful, you’ll need to spend time generating excitement about its new technologies – and about yourself. This can be a challenging endeavor, especially if you don’t have much entrepreneurial experience or existing brand assets. How can you start making people excited and enthusiastic about your new tech…
Venmo adds scheduled payments and requests
Venmo has added the ability to schedule both payments and requests, which has been a long-desired feature. People can use this toolset to send out one-time payments or requests, or schedule things to go out monthly, weekly or bi-weekly. Users will receive a push notification reminder the day before a payment goes out, just in…