Author: akshay rahalkar
In an unexpected turn of events, Mark Zuckerberg, Meta’s CEO, has released an acoustic cover of the infamous 2002 rap hit “Get Low” by Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz featuring the Ying Yang Twins. The collaboration, dubbed “Z-Pain” (a nod to both Zuckerberg and T-Pain, the legendary auto-tune king), is a mix of cringeworthy humor and surprisingly decent musical performance — a far cry from the usual corporate presentations we’re used to seeing from tech moguls. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mark Zuckerberg (@zuck) A Personal Tribute Turns Into a Viral Moment Zuckerberg’s connection…
Electric scooters are a popular choice for short commutes, but one of their biggest drawbacks is range anxiety — the fear that your battery will run out before you reach your destination. The newly unveiled Lightfoot electric scooter by Otherlab aims to solve this problem by integrating solar panels directly into its design, allowing riders to extend their range without needing to plug in. Solar Power Boosts Range The Lightfoot scooter is equipped with two large solar panels that can generate up to 120W of power under optimal conditions. These panels are integrated into the scooter’s frame and help to…
Meta’s Threads app, which has been steadily carving out its space as a challenger to Twitter (now X), could soon introduce advertising as a key revenue stream. According to a recent report from The Information, a small group of advertisers may be granted early access to create and publish ads on the platform starting in January 2025. This move aligns with earlier predictions and statements from Instagram head Adam Mosseri, who confirmed that Meta plans to monetize Threads through ads. Despite user concerns about ads in social media, Mosseri explained that for Meta to keep the platform running and free…
In a major update for the YouTube app on Meta Quest, users can now enjoy videos with friends in virtual reality. The new Co-Watch feature, currently in beta, allows you to invite up to seven people to watch videos together in VR, transforming the app from a solitary experience into a social one. How Co-Watching Works To access this feature, you’ll need to make sure you have the latest version of the YouTube app installed on your Quest headset. Once updated, simply launch the app and look for the Co-watch icon, which looks like a group of three people, at…
Amazon has officially entered the world of budget-friendly, mass-produced e-commerce with its new platform, Amazon Haul. The initiative, designed to take on fast-growing rivals like Temu and Shein, offers ultra-low-cost items in a style that closely mimics the shopping experiences of these popular platforms. However, there’s a twist: Amazon’s take on the discount marketplace is mobile-only for now, available exclusively through the Amazon app or mobile web browser. The ‘Amazon Haul’ Shopping Experience In its bid to capture a slice of the growing discount marketplace, Amazon Haul offers shoppers a vast selection of affordable goods — many of which are…
When it comes to online security, a password can be the difference between protecting your sensitive information and opening the door for cybercriminals. Unfortunately, as revealed by NordPass in their annual report, many people still rely on unimaginative passwords that are easily cracked by hackers. For the second consecutive year, “123456” has topped the list of the most common passwords globally, reinforcing the idea that many users are neglecting basic security hygiene. In the report, which analyzed over 2.5TB of publicly available data — some of it sourced from the dark web — NordPass revealed the most popular passwords that…
In recent months, YouTube has been quietly experimenting with a feature that could drastically reshape how users interact with the platform. For a select group of Android users, an ongoing test has introduced an endless, TikTok-like scrolling experience for full-length videos—something that could change YouTube forever. Instead of the usual homepage with thumbnails and titles, this feature lets viewers swipe up, and another video automatically starts playing, endlessly, without ever needing to hit play. It’s a subtle tweak, but if it were to roll out to all users, it could mark a pivotal shift in how people discover and consume…
VMware has made a bold move in the virtual machine software market by announcing that VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion are now completely free for all users, including commercial customers. Previously, the company had made these programs available for free for personal use earlier this year, but now the offer extends to businesses as well. Additionally, Fusion Pro (for macOS) and Workstation Pro (for Windows and Linux) are no longer available for purchase, signaling a significant shift in VMware’s licensing strategy. A Major Shift in VMware’s Licensing Model This announcement comes after Broadcom’s $61 billion acquisition of VMware in 2022,…
In a significant shift for Windows 11 users, Microsoft has announced that it will end support for the Mail, Calendar, and People apps by December 31, 2024. As part of its ongoing efforts to streamline its productivity suite, the company is pushing users to adopt the new Outlook for Windows app, which has been rolling out over the past year. A Shift Toward Outlook for Windows The transition to the new Outlook app isn’t sudden; Microsoft has been nudging users of the Mail, Calendar, and People apps to move over to Outlook for Windows in recent months. With the official…
President-elect Donald Trump has named former New York Representative Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and while Zeldin’s appointment raises significant concerns about the future of U.S. environmental policy, his focus seems firmly fixed on artificial intelligence (AI). In a recent post on social media platform X, Zeldin outlined his vision for the U.S. as “the AI capital of the world,” signaling his intention to harness AI to drive economic growth. However, his comments also suggest that advancing AI technology could come at the expense of stringent environmental protections. The EPA, responsible for regulating pollutants that harm…