Without human oversight, Facebook’s trending algorithm features fake news
Facebook's Trending news stories are catching flack again. This time for rampantly featuring news that is fake or inaccurate over stories that are real.
Oregon opens official investigation into Kickstarter sweetheart Coolest Cooler
The Kickstarter-backed Coolest Cooler is feeling a little heat this week as the Oregon DOJ opened an official investigation into the company.
Amazon looks to advance AI with Alexa competition's $2.5 million prize
College students looking to pay down that loan debt have a new collaborative competition to look into this week with Amazon's new Alexa competition.
Lifelogging pioneer The Narrative Clip to shutter over financial troubles
The Narrative Clip, one of the pioneers of the idea of lifelogging has notified customers that the company has filed for a voluntary dissolution.
This free, long-exposure hack mimics a graduated filter effect
What if we told you that you could take some killer long-exposure images on your dedicated camera with just your phone? Would you believe us?
Hasselblad completes ‘4116 Collection’ with special edition X1D camera
Hasselblad is celebrating its 75th anniversary by launching a new special edition version of their mirrorless medium format X1D camera.
Photoshop can make an image appear as if it was shot through a glass window
Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to add fake window reflections to your images, making them look as if you shot the picture through a glass window.
Expert video explains why bigger is better when it comes to lighting images
If there is one thing you can learn about lighting to improve the look of your images, it is that the bigger the light is better.
Think Tank’s popular Airport camera bags get travel-friendly upgrades
Think Tank has unveiled the third generation of its popular Airport series camera bags, featuring upgrades to the International and Security bag models.
Smartphone street photography tips from VSCO Academy
Have you ever thought you needed to invest in a full camera system in order to do quality street photography? VSCO Academy shows otherwise.
Knock and the door shall be see-through: New LG fridge door goes transparent
Instaview combines smart technology and convenience to let you see what’s in your fridge without even having to open it.
Photos taking up storage? Adobe Lightroom Virtual Copies can free up space
Lightroom's often overlooked Virtual Copies functionality gives photo editors the ability to try multiple edits without making multiple image copies.
Learn how to make a Milky Way time-lapse video in just 8 minutes
Learn how to plan, compose and shoot a Milky Way time lapse video in less than eight minutes thanks to the team over at Rhino Camera Gear.
Hospitals of the future will sound different … and that’s a good thing
Hospitals are implementing design changes to reduce noise pollution and make for a better experience for patients.
Largest passive housing development now underway in Germany
Hiedelburg Village will be the largest passive housing development constructed to date and will cut energy usage to 85 percent below average.
How to capture shallow depth-of-field portraits in bright sun
Noted photographer Joel Grimes takes us through the process of shooting outdoor portraits in bright sun with an ND filter for a shallow depth of field.
Professional YouTuber shares crash course for shooting quality videos
Want to try your hand at creating better content for YouTube to promote your business or just for fun? Check out these tips from YouTube Austin Evans.
Dyson’s newest fan brings heating, cooling, and air purification with its $600 price tag
September brings the most recent release from Dyson adds heat to their smart fan for the ultimate fan
Man makes a mini-fridge using the thermodynamics of rubber bands
A man takes an interesting fact about rubber bands and hand crafts a little mini fridge that, surprisingly, actually works … kind of.
How to use Photoshop to make peepers in images look the same size
Is one eye of the subject in your image too small or was the person in mid-blink? Here is an incredibly simple and quick Photoshop fix.
Get ready for Gaze, the smartest standing desk yet
Gaze Desk combines the health benefits of a standing desk with the smarts of a gadget giving users even more control over their workspace
Smart technology is making it easier to sell homes
Smart home tech is about making your life at home easier. Coldwell Banker, is capitalizing on these desired conveniences to make selling your home easier.
The Hinge transcends the one-size-fits-all toaster design
This adjustable toaster allows the user to change the design so that it best fits your kitchen space. No more awkward toaster arrangements.
Get your next dinner party in the mail, thanks to Feastive
Feastive is a startup meal delivery service. However, it advertises not only as a meal in a box, but an entire dinner party to make your life easier.
Don't look now, but Pinterest will be rolling out video ads soon
Like Facebook and YouTube before it, the online bulletin board Pinterest will soon begin featuring video advertisements.
Slow Dance's light effect slows down time to allow you to enjoy nature
Slow Dance uses flashing lights and vibration to create an optical illusion that appears to make movement with everyday objects.
Smart outlets may be making life easier for everyone — including hackers
Smart outlets may be making lives easier for everyone -- including hackers who are after your personal information.
What 3 Words is literally putting everyone on the map
New location app has a unique way of making sure you can find anyone anywhere in the world using just three words.
Homes featured on HGTV’s ‘Fixer Upper’ drawing crazy interest on Airbnb
The Gaines of the popular home repair show “Fixer Upper” are tired of people putting the properties they have restored on rental sites like VRBO and Airbnb.
Video shows how to become a better photographer through visual exercise
Photography is still an art, and practicing the ability to convey a feeling through an image is something grown over time through visual exercise.
TapTap makes music-timed Christmas light shows easy
Are you ready to make your Christmas more festive? Asante’s new smart device TapTap pairs your standard Christmas lights with your favorite music.
Use leftover grounds to grow mushrooms with the Hifa coffee maker
Are you ready to combine your deep love for coffee and mushrooms? The new HIFA coffee system from designer Adrian Perez has brought your two loves together.
IRobot responds To Roomba ‘Poopocalypse’ complaints
It’s been called the “poopocalypse” and the “crappening.” It describes the utter horror you encounter when your Roomba comes across pet poop.