'Star Wars: Mandalorian and Grogu' posted $12M in Thursday night previews at the domestic box office for what's looking like a $97M-$98M 4-day opening.
Federal regulators say the company sold small businesses a product that never worked as described — and that the “consent” it claimed from consumers was no consent at all. The Federal Trade Commission has ordered Cox Media Group and two partner marketing firms to pay a combined $930,000 to settle charges that they deceived small […]
The SegaXtreme Showcase celebrates 31 years of the Saturn with 31 homebrew entries, from new games and translation patches to improvement hacks and utilities.
Google is surprisingly rolling out a fix for the original 1st-generation Chromecast while giving the modern 4K Chromecast with Google TV a significant Gemini AI upgrade. This covers both Lon's interest in legacy support and current streaming hardware.
After losing over 10 million TV subscribers, Comcast has begun offering YouTube TV as an optional add-on for its Xfinity internet customers. This development allows subscribers who rely on Xfinity for high-speed connectivity to seamlessly incorporate a comprehensive live TV package without needing a separate cable television subscription. The integration reflects broader industry trends where […]
Windows Secure Boot certificates from 2011 are set to expire on June 24, which could cause some devices to lose the ability to boot if not updated. This is a critical technical advisory that would make for a helpful 'tech tip' video for Lon's audience.
The Coalition for Innovative Media Measurement (CIMM) is pushing for new quality metrics in how streaming media is evaluated. This move could significantly impact how ad-supported streaming tiers are monetized and how platforms justify subscription costs.
Apple is readying a 'genai.apple.com' subdomain, signaling a major push into generative AI features for its next software cycle. As Lon covers the Apple ecosystem, this move toward on-device and cloud AI for iPhone and Mac is a major news item.
A 4.4-pound DIY drone has officially broken the world speed record, reaching 454 mph. Lon's audience often appreciates high-performance DIY hardware and the engineering behind extreme hobbyist tech.
MIT researchers have demonstrated that the standard LiDAR sensors found on modern iPhones can be used to detect and track objects that are not in the direct line of sight. This is a fascinating use of existing mobile hardware that could lead to new app capabilities.
NVIDIA is rumored to be preparing a new CPU codenamed 'Vera' that could significantly outperform current Intel and AMD x86 chips. This would mark a major move for NVIDIA into the consumer desktop processor space, potentially debuting at Computex.
8BitDo have just opened pre-orders for an updated version of their Ultimate 3 Wireless Controller that adds an adjustable TMR joystick. They're calling it the "Force Ring" and it'll allow you to turn the ring to adjust tension to allow for either more speed, or tighter control. The price is $100 and it's due to
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Bambu Lab has faced pressure from the Software Freedom Conservancy regarding alleged AGPL open-source license violations. The company has recently backed down from legal threats against a developer, a story that impacts the wider 3D printing and open-source communities.
A safety concern has emerged regarding the Steam Controller's charging puck and the Pixel Watch 3. Magnets in the watch's metal wristband can cause it to snap onto the charger's pogo pins, potentially causing sparks and fire hazards.
Corsair has begun using Chinese-manufactured memory chips in its DDR5 RAM sticks, a move that could significantly impact the global PC component market. This diversification of the supply chain may help end the ongoing RAM pricing crisis sooner than industry experts predicted.
Newer energy-efficient windows often use Low-E glass coatings that contain metal, which can significantly block or degrade over-the-air TV signals. This technical breakdown explains why a home renovation might be the hidden cause of recent reception issues.
It's finally time: a patch queued into one of the development branches ahead of the upcoming Linux 7.1 merge window is set to finally begin the process of phasing out and ultimately removing Intel 486 CPU support from the Linux kernel
Meta has quietly launched a new app called Forum that reportedly takes aim at Reddit-style community discussion. It's early, but the move is interesting as a new consumer platform launch from a major tech company and could be worth watching if the app becomes publicly accessible.
PCWorld reports that Microsoft pushed an out-of-band update addressing serious issues affecting Exchange, Defender, and BitLocker. This is notable because it impacts core Windows and enterprise security tools and could be useful for a practical security update video aimed at mainstream users and small businesses.