Author: akshay rahalkar
Netflix made history on November 16, 2024, as it broadcast the highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, reaching an astonishing 65 million concurrent streams. According to Most Valuable Promotions, the promoters of the fight, the event was viewed by 60 million households worldwide, marking one of the largest live streaming events in the platform’s history. While the numbers are impressive, the broadcast was not without its issues—many viewers experienced poor stream quality and buffering, leading to widespread complaints across social media. Record-Breaking Numbers and Global Reach <blockquote class=”twitter-tweet”><p lang=”en” dir=”ltr”>60 million households around the world tuned…
Nike has taken a giant leap forward in footwear innovation with its latest creation: the Air Max 1000. Unveiled at ComplexCon in Las Vegas, these shoes are a groundbreaking step in the world of 3D printing. In collaboration with Zellerfeld, a company already known for its expertise in 3D-printed shoes, Nike has developed a new version of its iconic Air Max design, marking the first time that a Nike shoe has been made almost entirely from 3D-printed materials. An Updated Take on a Classic: The Air Max Legacy The Air Max 1000 draws inspiration from Nike’s original Air Max 1,…
Dbrand, known for its premium and customizable skins for gadgets, has unveiled a new collection that takes tech personalization to a whole new level. The brand’s latest Circuit Board skins offer a visually striking and tactile design that mimics the intricate details of a real printed circuit board (PCB) while adding a cool glow-in-the-dark effect. Designed in collaboration with LinusTechTips, these skins not only look like they belong inside your device—they feel like they do too. A Look Inside Your Devices Dbrand’s new Circuit Board collection takes inspiration from the complex layouts of actual PCBs found in electronic devices. The…
Corsair has unveiled updated versions of its popular K65 Plus wireless keyboard and M75 wireless mouse, now optimized for Mac users. These new models come in exclusive colors like Glacier Blue and Frost (a cool white), giving Apple enthusiasts stylish, high-performance peripherals for their gaming setups or productivity needs. Whether you’re a Mac gamer or just prefer the Apple ecosystem, these Corsair devices offer sleek designs and specialized features designed to enhance the user experience. K65 Plus Wireless Keyboard: Mac-Ready with Customization Options The Corsair K65 Plus Wireless Keyboard has undergone some key updates to make it fully compatible with…
In a moment sure to excite fans, Valve is celebrating the iconic Half-Life 2’s 20th anniversary with a huge update that breathes new life into the game. To mark two decades since its groundbreaking release, the company is offering Half-Life 2 for free on Steam until November 18th, 2024, at 1 PM ET. After that, the game will return to its original price of $9.99. The anniversary update brings a wealth of improvements, content additions, and features that make this one of the most substantial updates the game has ever seen. Free Game & Expanded Content As part of the…
Casio, known for its iconic digital watches, is taking a bold step into the world of wearable tech with the introduction of its first-ever smart ring. The new device, the CRW-001-1JR, celebrates Casio’s 50th anniversary in the digital watch business, and it’s packed with innovative features that set it apart from traditional smartwatches and fitness trackers. However, it also takes a minimalist approach, focusing on simple functionality without the usual health and fitness tracking features found in many modern wearables. A Tiny Digital Watch on Your Finger Unlike most smart rings, which typically focus on fitness monitoring, Casio’s CRW-001-1JR is…
Elon Musk’s ambitious quest to revolutionize battery technology with Tesla’s 4680 cylindrical cells has encountered a significant challenge from one of the most influential figures in the electric vehicle (EV) battery industry. Robin Zeng, the chairman and founder of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), the world’s largest EV battery manufacturer, is not convinced that Tesla’s 4680 cells will succeed. In a recent interview with Reuters, Zeng boldly predicted that Musk’s battery technology “is going to fail and never be successful.” A Clash of Battery Giants The comments from Zeng come after a heated debate between the two battery moguls…
Facebook is shifting gears when it comes to how it measures content performance on its platform. In a move to simplify and standardize its approach, Facebook will now use “views” as the primary metric for evaluating content engagement. This marks a significant change for the platform, aligning it more closely with its sibling platform Instagram, which adopted this metric earlier. What Does This Change Mean for Facebook Users and Creators? Under the new system, views will no longer be exclusive to video content but will now apply to photos, text posts, and any other type of content posted on the…
Bluesky, the decentralized social network, has been making waves with its rapid growth and innovative approach to social media. This week, the platform surpassed 17 million users, a milestone that comes on the heels of a significant uptick in sign-ups and user engagement. While Bluesky’s impressive growth suggests it could be a serious competitor to Twitter, now rebranded as X, the competition is heating up from other platforms like Meta’s Threads and the decentralized Mastodon network. With more options than ever, the question remains: Can Bluesky continue its momentum and truly replace Twitter for millions of users? In the latest…
In the ongoing battle against telephone fraud, a new weapon has emerged: an AI-powered granny named Daisy. Developed by U.K. mobile network O2, Daisy’s primary mission is to tie up scammers with endless, mundane conversation, wasting their time and preventing them from targeting real victims. The concept of phone scams has been around for years, but with the rise of AI, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for people to distinguish between real calls and fraudulent ones. These scams, often masquerading as urgent messages from banks, tech companies, or government agencies, can easily fool unsuspecting individuals into handing over sensitive information. However,…