Columbus, OH

If you've ever struggled to get your smartphone unlocked, then you should appreciate the FCC's latest initiative. On Thursday, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed that the agency require mobile carriers to unlock all phones within 60 days of activation. The goal would be to ease confusion among customers by applying the same unlocking rules across the board.

The FCC wants mobile carriers to unlock every smartphone within 60 days of activation

Amazon Prime Day deals are officially rolling in! The two-day savings event has begun, bringing with it some of the absolute best Green Deals of the year – we’ve already seen numerous early deals having already dropped, while those same deals and new ones alike will continue pouring in over the next 48-hour period. We’ve got plenty of great opportunities to save big bucks on eco-friendly devices and equipment from your favorite brands, including EVs, power stations, electric tools, smart irrigation controllers, wood-burning grills and fire pits, and so much more. We’ve collected all these discounts together and curated this one-stop-shopping hub for you to peruse at your own convenience, which we will be updating regularly as new deals come in – but don’t dawdle too long, you’ll only have two days to take advantage of these offers!

Prime Day Green Deals: EVs, power stations, tools, smart devices, appliances, more

During WWDC last month, Apple finally laid out its AI plans, announcing Apple Intelligence for the upcoming batch of software for iPhones, iPads, and Macs. While Apple Intelligence is coming to all iPhones and iPads that support iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, certain features will be exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro or newer.

Apple Intelligence Set to Drive Major iPhone and iPad Sales Boom, per Morgan Stanley

IOS 18 introduces a new feature that automatically adjusts app icons for dark mode. Hence, developers need to create separate dark mode icons to ensure a more consistent user experience. Apple must be doing something with its AI, right? Wrong. Contrary to some initial assumptions, this functionality does not rely...

Here’s How Apple Uses “Clever Math” To Tint Icons Dark in iOS 18

The free trial period for Apple Music obtained through the Shazam app has been reduced to 2 months, as seen on the Shazam website. At some point in the past, Shazam provided a 4-month free trial of Apple Music about a couple of years ago and 3 months at least earlier this year, but now, when visiting the Shazam website, it’s clear that the trial has been reduced to 2 months. Apple acquired Shazam in September 2018.

Shazam Apple Music 3 Months Free Is Now Reduced to 2 Months

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Mobile devices are at risk of wanton data theft and denial of service, thanks to vulnerabilities in 5G technologies. At the upcoming Black Hat 2024 in Las Vegas, a team of seven Penn State University researchers will describe how hackers can go beyond sniffing your Internet traffic by literally providing your Internet connection to you. From there, spying, phishing, and plenty more are all on the table.

Your phone’s 5G connection Is vulnerable to bypass, DoS attacks

WASHINGTON, July 13, 2024 – The Affordable Broadband Campaign announced on Thursday the launch of its official website to support its focus on finding a permanent solution for universal broadband access. The launch of the website comes after months of efforts from ABC and its partners to support federal...

Affordable Broadband Campaign Launches Website

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Whenever you come across a sexy and extremely attractive person, bear in mind that such physical attributes may be influenced by their zodiac signs. Among all the signs of the zodiac, some signs tend to be more attractive than others. This is usually based on the planets that rule these signs and other astrological energies that could make them more appealing.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Sexy

California State

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CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Oregon State

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With scorching heatwaves sweeping across the country, drivers are being advised to take their car's thermometer readings with a grain of salt. While your dashboard might display a temperature that seems outrageously high, experts suggest not relying on it for an accurate outdoor temperature gauge.

Drivers cautioned not to use a standard car feature on hot days - opt for your phone instead

Stop worrying about power outages and a lack of reliable power by investing in a Bluetti AC300 or AC500 portable power station this Prime Day sale event. — The Amazon Prime Day sale is from July 16 to 17 in 2024 and there are plenty oftempting discounts available. Bluetti even has some surprises, including lead-up deals that are available from now until Prime Day.

Bluetti: The best home electric generator for reliable power 2024

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

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Earth signs are practical, grounded, and reliable. Air signs are intellectual, curious, and communicative. We know that fire signs are passionate with courage and are a massive creative force just as water signs are emotional and intuitive. So which signs are going to be the most protective of their hearts? Which ones are going to be more difficult to get to know, more difficult to get through the walls they’ve put up to protect their emotions, their feelings?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Protective of Their Hearts

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MEDIACOM PARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2024-- Mediacom Communications today announced the launch of Mediacom Mobile, the company’s new mobile phone service. Offered in partnership with Verizon, Mediacom Mobile will provide consumers speed, scale, reliability, and wide-ranging availability at incredibly affordable rates. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240716049816/en/ Mediacom van featuring Mediacom Mobile wrap.

Mediacom Communications Launches Mediacom Mobile

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Industries worldwide are embracing keyless technology and relying on modern technology and biometrics to make life more convenient but, more importantly, eliminate unnecessary security options.For example, companies such as SwitchBot and Tuya offer technology that allows customers to unlock their homes through biometrics on the lock itself.Not the cybersecurity industry, however.Consider this: The cybersecurity industry, the very one that should be leading the charge in innovation, is steadfastly advocating for the use of physical keys to fortify cybersecurity.Let’s delve into the world of security keys, which, despite their name, can introduce a whole host of security issues.
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Uncovering the cybersecurity industry’s senseless fixation with security keys

UAVOS has launched the Gimbal 155, a new, gimbaled camera that is purpose-built for the UAS Survey Mission program. The GOS-155 was designed to meet the UAV requirements for surveillance and rescue missions and possesses an optimized SWaP profile, advanced day and night ISR imaging, and embedded video processor that makes it ideal for any mid-sized UAS, whether VTOL or winged. With a low weight of 1,8 kg, and just 155 mm in size, UAS platforms can increase their endurance without sacrificing optical performance.

UAVOS’ gimbaled camera launched for future UAS survey programs

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Apple Patent Introduces Wi-Fi Network Labeling for Safer Connections

Public Wi-Fi networks are risky. You never know when you may connect to a sketchy network that can either steal your data or plague your device...

Apple Patent Introduces Wi-Fi Network Labeling for Safer Connections

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