TECHNOLOGY

Missing the Days of Clippy? There’s an App That Will Bring Him Back

Microsoft Office retired the annoying anthropomorphic paper clip in the early 2000s, but you could rescue him from the void.

Wish You Could ‘Shazam’ a Piece of Art? With Magnus, You Can

Art galleries are known for displaying little to no information with their artworks; this art app fills in the gaps.

Pod Search, a Search Engine for Podcasts, Can Help You Find Your Next Binge-Listen

It’s a one-stop shop for discovering the best podcast for you, whether it’s on the ‘top podcasts’ charts or not.

Need Help Cleaning Up the Dog Poop in Your Yard? There’s an App for That

Plowz and Mowz, an outdoor services app, has an option for people looking to clean up the dog poop from their yard without getting their hands dirty.

The New iPhone 11 Is Triggering People With Trypophobia

The new iPhone 11 Pro's design isn't sitting well with people who suffer from trypophobia—a fear of clusters of small holes.

What You Should Know About Gmail and Google Calendar Malicious Spam Invites

Google Calendar users should know that hackers can transmit convincing Calendar invites, which could lead to malware or identity theft attempts.

Want to Reduce Your Screen Time? Try This Simple Trick

You don’t have to swear off your favorite social media apps completely in order to cut down on brainless scrolling.

Sony's Special 40th Anniversary Edition Walkman Does Everything But Play Cassettes

The Walkman has received a 2019 upgrade for its 40th birthday. The new device plays all your favorite music—just as long as they're not on cassette tapes.

How Did Siri Get Its Name?

When choosing a name, it was important that it be uncommon but easy to remember and simple to pronounce.

Read What Happens When a Robot Writes an Episode of Friends

With the help of a recurrent neural network, cartoonist Andy Pandy generated a series of brand-new 'Friends' scripts that are sure to delight fans of the classic sitcom.

Amazon's Alexa Can Help You Locate Misplaced Items

The voice recognition device can be an unlikely source of assistance the next time you go looking for something in your home.

Whirlpool Just Recalled More Than 26,000 Glass Cooktops for Turning On By Themselves

The only thing scarier than thinking you left the burner on is wondering if the burner turned itself on.

Google Maps Adds Biking and Ridesharing to Its Transit Options

Because Google knows that sometimes the best way to get to your friend’s apartment takes a bike, a bus, and an Uber.

Want to Hear a Harry Potter Story? Just Ask Google Assistant

Pottermore is celebrating ‘Back to Hogwarts’ season with a special Harry Potter audiobook excerpt.

FogCam!, the World’s Longest-Running Webcam, Is Shutting Down

Back in 1994, when the internet was still relatively uncharted territory, mundanity ruled the world wide web. And FogCam! ruled San Francisco State University.

Why You Should Be Using Your Phone's Contacts to Save Recipes

If you want to access a recipe hands-free, save it under a new contact and ask Siri to pull it up when you're in the middle of cooking dinner.

The FCC's New Scam Glossary Will Help You Identify Fraudulent Calls

Scam calls have gotten more creative, and it can be hard to keep track of what's out there. The FCC's scam glossary compiles all the terms and tactics you need to know.

Fish Tube: How the 'Salmon Cannon' Works and Why It's Important

The salmon-loaded cannon has taken the internet by storm, but its purpose goes far beyond being a viral amusement.

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12 Facts About Netflix, Recommended For You

The online streaming service that obliterates productivity once sent its DVD subscribers a lot of Chinese pornography.

Surprise! Microsoft Admits That People Are Listening In on Your Cortana and Skype Conversations

Mere weeks after Apple admitted that Siri was recording your conversations, Microsoft is the latest tech giant to come clean in its privacy policy.

Amazon Is Making It Easier for Sellers to Donate Returned or Unsold Items Instead of Trashing Them

Under the previous policy, many of the items returned to Amazon went to waste. Now, the retailer is making it easier for third-party sellers to donate unwanted goods.

A Security Researcher’s Attempt to Prank the DMV Backfired in a Spectacularly Expensive Way

His cleverly named vanity license plate succeeded in confusing the system, but not exactly how he was hoping.

Siri—and the Humans Behind Her—Might Have Heard Some of Your Most Private Moments

Siri hears “Hey Siri” by accident fairly often, and Apple contractors listen to some of those recordings.

10 Illuminating Online Courses You Can Take in August

From mastering mindfulness to making macarons, there’s an online class on this list for every type of student.

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