Thrift shopping is always a gamble. That cool shirt could wash out sooner than later, and there’s no knowing where those rugged jeans have been. Sure, some stores or websites try to filter out the bad apples, but it’s hard to get a good deal on the internet when there are so many options. Berlin-based
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/ Acer’s new Chromebooks are among the first to get a bunch of AI features. By Joanna Nelius, laptop reviewer. She has covered consumer technology, with an emphasis on PC gaming, since 2018. Previous bylines: USA Today, Gizmodo, PC Gamer, Maximum PC, among others. Share this story Image: Google Google announced Tuesday it’s adding Gemini
Google announced new AI-powered features today for its Chromebook Plus line of devices, such as a writing assistant, a wallpaper creator and an easy access to Google’s Gemini chatbot. As a reminder, Chromebook Plus laptops are productivity-focused devices with minimum spec requirements. The company also unveiled new Chromebook Plus models from HP, Acer, and Asus.
Roku/CNET There are still plenty of post-Memorial Day deals available, from major discounts on mattresses to more budget-friendly finds, but it won’t be long before they disappear. And if you’ve still got a little room left in the budget, there are plenty of affordable deals to shop. From Bluetooth speakers and video games to everyday
Memorial Day is in the past now, but the deals aren’t done with yet. In fact, a few new ones have started cropping up on retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy and many more. It means that you can get big discounts on everything from TVs and smart home devices to major appliances, mattresses and furniture, but act fast because they won’t last forever. To help you make
Infra.Market, an Indian startup that helps construction and real estate firms procure materials, has raised $50 million from MARS Unicorn Fund as it looks to expand operations overseas, the companies told TechCrunch on Tuesday. MARS Unicorn Fund, a joint venture between AI-driven fund Liquidity Group and Japanese bank MUFG, is an existing backer of the
Solar panels practically sold themselves in Europe after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sent electricity prices skyrocketing. Now, as prices have begun to fall, solar installers have found themselves spending more on marketing to attract customers. One proven way to win more business has been to offer financing. But small operations usually don’t have the resources
Ledger, a French startup mostly known for its secure crypto hardware wallets, has started shipping new wallets nearly 18 months after announcing the latest Ledger Stax devices. The updated wallet features an E-Ink display and has been designed in partnership with Tony Fadell, one of the main designers behind the iPod. E-Ink technology is generally
Memorial Day is upon us at last, and it means that deals are all over the place. You can save big on just about everything you could want from retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy and many others. Just make sure you don’t slouch, because the deals on everything from TVs and smart home devices to major appliances, mattresses and furniture won’t last forever. To help you make the
/ A new feature in Phone Link will let you select text in photos synced from your Android phone, but it’s probably not as good as your phone’s built-in OCR. By Nathan Edwards, a senior reviews editor who’s been testing tech since 2007. Previously at Wirecutter and MaximumPC. Current fixations: keyboards, DIY tech, and the
While the new M2 iPad Air offers an improved chip and other tweaks, there’s no denying the strength of the M1 iPad Air, especially for those in the Apple ecosystem already. It’s still plenty fast for most tasks and can be used for games, streaming and more comfortably. It’s also currently just $399 at Walmart thanks to this
The countdown to early-bird savings for TechCrunch Disrupt, taking place October 28–30 in San Francisco, continues. You have just five days left to save up to $800 on the price of admission. The window closes on Friday, May 31 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Grab your tickets today. Find the best early-bird pass for you ATTENDEE
If 11 figures is your attention threshold, you may be interested in learning that the combined enterprise value (EV) of Spanish startups surpassed €100 billion in 2023, according to Dealroom’s latest report on the Spanish tech ecosystem. As we’ll see, venture investment into Spanish startups also held up quite well, with €2.2BN raised across some
A month after launching its first product, Humane’s co-founders have reportedly put their well-funded startup on the market. While even the firm’s biggest cheerleaders didn’t expect the Ai Pin to change the world in such a short timeframe, few of its many detractors expected things to go so sideways, so quickly. Humane’s biggest competitor, the
Memorial Day deals are still going strong, and we’ve spotted savings on a wide variety of products. But one deal that you shouldn’t overlook is Woot’s Nintendo Switch sale. The retailer is offering significant discounts on several different Switch systems, starting from just $161. These prices will only be available until the end of the month,
I’ve been reviewing beds and looking for the best mattress deals for over six years, and I’ve found that mattress companies usually increase their deals around Memorial Day. If you’re looking to update a bed — for yourself, a family member or your guest room — Memorial Day is one of the best times to
Roku/CNET You don’t always need to spend a lot to get great products, especially not today. It’s Memorial Day, meaning today is the day to get big discounts, even on items that cost very little. With deals on everything from booming portable speakers to critically acclaimed video games, you never know what you’ll find on sale.
Indian startup Zypp Electric plans to use fresh investment from Japanese oil and energy conglomerate ENEOS to take its EV rental service into Southeast Asia early next year, TechCrunch has exclusively learned. The company aims to be in 15 markets over the next two years. Of those 15 markets, Zypp Electric plans to launch its
$80 at Amazon Ring video doorbell and indoor cam bundle: $80 Save $60 $90 at Amazon Ninja Foodie smoothie bowl maker and nutrient extractor: $90 Save $30 $70 at Amazon Vital Proteins collagen peptides powder bundle: $70 Save $16 Show more (2 items) Apple/Laegendary/Sodastream/CNET Memorial Day weekend is here and so are major discounts. Even
This year, I pledged to go light. Specifically, I wanted to figure out how I could pack light for several camping trips I took this summer and for a go bag I’ve spent way too much time fussing over. (Here’s the multitool I finally chose for my emergency kit.) And I didn’t want to spend too
Roku/CNET You don’t always need to spend exorbitant amounts of money to get great products. This Memorial Day weekend, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to walk away with some useful purchases, from booming portable speakers to critically acclaimed video games. You never know quite what you’ll find on sale, so we’ve done the hard work for
Garry Tan, president and CEO of Y Combinator, told a crowd at The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. this week that “regulation is likely necessary” for artificial intelligence. Tan spoke with Teresa Carlson, a General Catalyst board member as part of a one-on-one interview where he discussed everything from how to get into Y Combinator
This week saw the release of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, which we praised in our review for its rich narrative, stunning visuals, and second-to-none audio design. Here, we’ve got tips for mastering its visceral combat, as well as suggestions for making it look its best on PC, and getting the most out of its story.
Everything in society can feel geared toward optimization – whether that’s standardized testing or artificial intelligence algorithms. We’re taught to know what outcome you want to achieve, and find the path towards getting there. Kenneth Stanley, a former OpenAI researcher and co-founder of a new social media platform called Maven, has been preaching for years
/ Plus, in this week’s Installer: Sonos headphones, Surface tablets, Mad Max is back, and much more. By David Pierce, editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer tech. Previously, at Protocol, The Wall Street Journal, and Wired. Share this story If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media
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When shopping for a new pair of wireless earbuds, you might assume it’s a given that you’ll pay a premium for top features like active noise-canceling technology. Luckily, these days you don’t have to spare an arm and a leg for a truly great pair of earbuds. Anker’s Soundcore brand has established itself as the go-to
Accurate weather forecasts are critical to industries like agriculture, and they’re also important to help prevent and mitigate harm from inclement weather events or natural disasters. But getting forecasts right is extremely difficult. That’s why the founders of WeatherXM have been looking to make weather forecasts more accurate for the past 12 years. In 2012,
Last year, the fintech startup world — star of the 2021 venture capital heydays — began to unravel as VC funding grew tight. As we step into mid-2024, large chunks of the sector today are a downright mess, especially the banking-as-a-service area which, ironically enough, experts last year told us was the bright spot. The
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