Technology
The new iPhone 17 officially drops today. But if you’re clinging to that iPhone 12 with the cracked screen, crossing your fingers it’ll last another year, you’re far from alone. A new poll shows nearly 9 in 10 Americans now say iPhones have gotten just too expensive, and it’s not hard to see why. The […]
On the list of jobs most at risk of being replaced by AI and robots, golf caddy probably isn’t one that comes to mind, yet maybe it should be. Belgium’s Botronics has unveiled iXi, the “world’s first smart self-driving golf trolley.” The iXi can carry your bag, navigate the course on its own, automatically head […]
AOL has announced that it will shut down its dial-up internet service next month, bringing an end to a 34-year legacy that defined the early internet era. According to a statement on AOL’s website, the service and its related software will be discontinued as of September 30. “AOL routinely evaluates its products and services and […]
Opinion
Even when you’re not using your phone and it’s totally silent, it can still mess with your focus. One study found that just having your phone nearby is enough to distract you a little. RELATED STORY: A Real-Life Ghost Town People have been ditching their smartphones and switching to flip phones, or at least thinking […]
A French startup founded by a former innovation lead from LVMH’s watch and jewelry division is working on a smart ring designed to help cut down on screen time — and yes, it includes a 1.5-carat diamond. Set to launch next year, the ring lights up in different colors based on custom notifications and vibrates […]