In the future Google will promote news articles that feature original reporting in its search results, the Hill reports. “While we typically show the latest and most comprehensive version of a story in news results, we’ve made changes to our products globally to highlight articles that we identify as significant original reporting,” Richard Gingras, Google’s…

Slashdot reader dryriver writes: A security researcher discovered that if you get your hands on someone else’s iThing running iOS 13, and place a phone call to it, you can choose to respond with a TXT message, and get to see the contents of the address book on the iThing without actually getting past the…

OtterBox is famous for its protective phone cases and now has a new wireless charging system designed to help you extend the use of your device in environments where you might need those cases. The OtterSpot system has the flexibility to travel while also offering the power for faster charging. …read more Source:: ZDNet

In 107 days, Python 2 — first released in 2000 — will officially sunset, according to an announcement this week by “volunteers who make and take care of the Python programming language.” But according to TechRepublic, not everybody is ready: Given Python’s popularity and ubiquity, the amount of business logic hinging on Python is quite…

No, you aren’t looking at a 30 year old Teac graphic equalizer that somebody modified. The MWA-002 Network Music Player created by [GuzziGuy] is built entirely from new components, and easily ranks up there with some of the most gorgeous pieces of homebrew audio gear we’ve ever seen. Combining modular hardware with modern manufacturing techniques,…

H&âOEouml;vding spent four years developing their next-generation bicycle helmet, the Metro reports: Easier to use, adjustable and enabled with Bluetooth technology, the helmet, according to H&âOEouml;vding ‘s CEO Frederik Carling, is the world’s safest. Donning advanced airbag tech and functions such as the ability to contact next-of-kin in the event of an accident, Frederik and…

Apple’s Netflix rival launches Nov. 1 for $5 a month with nine programs, and buying a new Apple gadget unlocks a free subscription for one year. …read more Source:: CNet

When it comes to software, iPhone and Android phones are neck and neck. …read more Source:: CNet

Rollins vs. Strowman. …read more Source:: CNet

Further investigation suggests she may actually have a point While Kenyan politicians discussed possible amendments to safety protocols on commercial flights this week, one delivered an impassioned plea.… …read more Source:: TheRegister