| Apple lands 'Dads' documentary from Bryce Dallas Howard |
[08 Sep 2019|02:05am] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/adQTvUDh5g8/  Apple isn't wasting time with its Ron Howard documentary deal. Variety has learned through sources that Apple used its first-look deal to acquire Dads, a documentary film from Ron's daughter and fellow director Bryce Dallas Howard. The Apple TV+ pr...
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| Homeland Security details social media collection from immigrants |
[08 Sep 2019|08:58am] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/bVsDb5Hki30/  The Department of Homeland Security has explained how it will demand social media info from asylum from newcomers to the US beyond visa applicants. A notice in the Federal Register makes clear that officials will ask for social network data in seven...
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| Audio-Technica's $99 true wireless earbuds sound amazing |
[08 Sep 2019|10:13am] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/bfvUgZ03JXc/  Audio-Technica is no stranger to the true wireless game, and at IFA this week, the company debuted two new models. For me, the $99 ATH-CK3TW is the more compelling of the two, mostly because it's great to see one of the audio giants introduce a set t...
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| Companies distanced themselves from foldable phone hype at IFA |
[08 Sep 2019|11:00am] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/2xSIq8UzYcE/  Samsung may finally be ready to launch the Galaxy Fold, but other smartphone makers seem to be collectively experiencing commitment phobia. At IFA 2019, companies like Huawei, LG and TCL cooled their efforts on the foldable flagship race in various d...
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| After Math: The NFL goes full geek |
[08 Sep 2019|11:30am] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/RYFckE6N6xk/  The NFL is matching brains with brawn for its 100th season. Fans will be able to enjoy faster in-stadium internet, deeper insights into their local teams and virtually trade their favorite players like sentient trading cards (but only in New Jersey)....
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| The best MIDI keyboard controller for beginners |
[08 Sep 2019|01:00pm] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/sUOtZSU0XxM/  By Al Griffin
This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter. When readers choose to buy Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, Wirecutter and Engadget may earn affiliate commission. Read the full guide to MIDI keyboard controller for...
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| Google Assistant on Pixel 4 may handle calls while you're on hold |
[08 Sep 2019|02:15pm] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/rgo_YgekW34/  Google Assistant's ability to handle phone calls may extend beyond booking appointments. A 9to5Google source claims Assistant on the upcoming Pixel 4 will have the option of taking over when you're on hold, bringing you back when another human answe...
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| Russia accuses Facebook, Google of violating political ad laws |
[08 Sep 2019|03:36pm] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/2hl2FP_kzMg/  Russia is once again butting heads with internet giants over their political advertising. Communications regulator Roskomnadzor has accused Facebook and Google of allowing political ads during regional elections on September 8th despite being a ban...
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| Wunderlist creator wants to buy the app back from Microsoft |
[08 Sep 2019|04:55pm] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/rAejbDRYy3c/  Microsoft's acquisition of the Wunderlist team is creating friction years after the fact. The founder of 6 Wunderkinder, Christian Reber, has offered to buy back the task app to prevent Microsoft from shutting it down. There are people who "still lov...
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| India found its missing Vikram lunar lander |
[08 Sep 2019|06:21pm] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/6fkWJDrLZCI/  India has located its Vikram lunar lander after losing contact, and the situation isn't looking great. Indian Space and Research Organization chairman K. Sivan said that cameras aboard the orbiter found the spacecraft and believed it had been a "ha...
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| Australia orders ISPs to block sites hosting Christchurch shooting video |
[08 Sep 2019|07:44pm] |
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http://feeds.engadget.com/~r/weblogsinc/engadget/~3/WwmZGgyiyhI/  Australia isn't waiting for new laws to block access to sites with content it deems horrific. The government's e-safety commissioner Julie Inman has ordered internet service providers in the country to block eight websites hosting the Christchurch t...
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