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MVNOs can cut mobile bills below major carrier prices
The article, from Engadget’s tech-tips section, explains why consumers looking to cut mobile phone costs should consider mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) instead of the major US carriers (AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon). Standard postpaid plans from the big three often cost $50-$100 a month, partly because customers need pricier tiers to access “free phone” deals…
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Why does your Kindle even have Bluetooth?
Kindle e-readers made from 2016 onwards include Bluetooth connectivity, a feature many users overlook since most Kindle functions—downloading books, syncing progress, browsing Wikipedia—rely on Wi-Fi or a wired connection instead. The main purpose of Bluetooth on a Kindle is to pair with wireless headphones or speakers, since Amazon’s newer e-readers lack built-in speakers or headphone…
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A native port of Donkey Kong 64 is finally playable on PC thanks to a team of programmers who boast that ‘no generative AI [was] used at any point in the process’
A team of independent programmers has released a native PC port of Donkey Kong 64, the 1999 Nintendo 64 platformer, allowing it to run natively on Windows without emulation. The developers have drawn particular attention for stating that no generative AI was used at any stage of the project, a notable declaration given ongoing debate…
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While we’re ordered to not use hosepipes, a single artificial intelligence data centre can use the same amount of H2O as 3,000 homes. That’s why the drive to turn Britain into an AI superpower could leave us gasping for water
The article highlights concerns that data centres in water-stressed parts of southern England may consume substantial volumes of water while households face hosepipe restrictions. It argues that Britain’s expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure could intensify pressure on local water supplies, particularly during heatwaves when cooling demand rises. Slough, which has 32 data centres and is…
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The 8 Most Fun Disaster Movies of All Time, Ranked
Collider ranks disaster films by sheer entertainment rather than realism, favouring wildly implausible plots, large-scale destruction and sincere blockbuster spectacle. It argues that the genre’s appeal lies in turning catastrophe into escapist fun, whether through extreme weather, Earth-threatening science fiction or action-heist hybrids. – Geostorm: weather-control satellites malfunction, prompting a space mission and an Earthbound…
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Qantas to retire Airbus A380 fleet from 2028
Qantas will begin retiring its Airbus A380 fleet in 2028, four years earlier than planned, citing high maintenance costs and the arrival of newer aircraft. The decision marks the gradual end of a distinctive era for Australian long-haul travel, as the double-decker superjumbo has been valued for its quiet, spacious cabins and sense of occasion.…
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Mortal Shell 2 gets its first major update, adding in extra beacons, useful new items, and making riposte damage scaling actually work
Mortal Shell 2 has received its first substantial post-launch update just over a week after release, expanding its items and navigation options while addressing combat, performance and presentation issues. The changes matter particularly for players in New Game Plus and Night Mode, where revised riposte damage scaling should make encounters less punishing and more reliable.…
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Valve assures Deadlock players hungry for its next big update that it will notify them, ‘or order a ton of pizza’, when it’s ready
Valve has reassured Deadlock players awaiting the game’s next major update that they will be told when it is ready, joking that it may alternatively “order a ton of pizza”. The response acknowledges growing impatience within the community while indicating that Valve is not yet prepared to announce the update itself. No release date, detailed…
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Why would you pay $359 for the most expensive Whoop membership?
Whoop’s most expensive membership, Whoop Life, costs $359 a year and is aimed at people who want more detailed cardiovascular and blood-pressure monitoring from their fitness wearable. The article argues that its value depends largely on an individual’s health concerns: the extra data may offer reassurance to those with a family history of heart problems,…