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Jet packs used to be just a thing in science fiction movies. But they have finally become a reality. The British military is trying out these amazing pieces of tech to board ships, and seeing them in action is truly amazing.
The advent of circuitry has allowed us to create and develop complex electrical systems and gadgets. Made from thousands of small parts, silicone, and conductive materials, it drives much of today’s tech devices.
This creates a serious problem, though. Technology has advanced at such a blistering pace that the world relies on having enough components to drive the machine. A global shortage of a crucial ingredient is now threatening certain devices.
Our smartphones connect us to the world around us and never had this been more apparent than now. Though pandemic-related restrictions have been easing for some time, many people are still working from home. Online shopping is as ubiquitous as ever and we still rely on video calls to keep in touch with family, friends and coworkers.
A factory recall of a product could be voluntary or mandatory. A company can do it of its own volition, be pressured into it, or be legally obliged to do so. A recall could involve a small defect or a deadly one.
Peloton was put under the microscope following multiple reports of injuries and even one death of a child. The company initially fought off the recall but recently gave in. Tap or click here for the backstory behind this grim series of events.
Companies have data leaks all the time, exposing some personal and even critical information. We just can’t seem to get away from data leaks and breaches. Another Facebook data breach? Tap or click here to check for your number.
Fitness machine maker Peloton has had a rough couple of months. After several complaints surrounding the safety of equipment, an investigation was launched earlier this year after the unfortunate death of a child. Tap or click here for the tragic details.
Google’s SMS and instant messaging app have gone through several changes since first developed. Starting as a hopeful replacement for traditional text messages, the application branched out to include many of the chat features available today.
Online marketplace Etsy has come under fire over the last few months, as a significant number of products sold there have turned out to be fake. The hugely popular site is a place where creators can sell their handmade products.
If you’re like most podcast lovers, you listen to learn new things. It’s a great idea since podcasts are like audio essays full of knowledge, humor, whimsy and stories that teach you more about the world. According to Semrush data, 20% of people listen to podcasts every week.
Quick show of hands: Who here actually reads all the way through the terms of service when signing up for a website or app? Aside from the lawyers among us, we’ll hazard a guess that the number is low. Terms of service tend to be dense and boring, but they contain critical information that has huge implications.
Many of us use our mobile phones when we get into bed at night. It’s often also the first thing that we grab when we wake up. We like to keep our phones close by for a variety of reasons. Missing an important call or an emergency could spell disaster.
