What is LRAD? The ‘sound cannon’ used by police, explained
As protests in response to the killing of George Floyd continue, protestors have expressed concern over the use of LRAD devices. What is LRAD, and can it harm people?
Trump’s executive order could be a disaster for thwarting misinformation
President Donald Trump's executive order to regulate social media companies could be a disaster, scaring platforms from trying to crack down on misinformation.
Joe Biden’s plan to save democracy would kill the internet
In a recent interview, presidential candidate Joe Biden said that he thinks Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act should be revoked, claiming it protects Facebook and others from responsibility for misinformation. If that were to happen, it would break the internet as we know it.
Twitter adds a fact-check note to Trump’s tweets for the first time
Twitter applied a fact-check tag to one of President Trump's tweets for the first time, providing readers with a link to learn the facts about mail-in voting.
The pandemic might have killed the office forever. Is that a good thing?
Facebook will join Twitter and Square in moving a large chunk of its workforce to remote work permanently. Will Silicon Valley's shift kill office culture?
Netflix is canceling old, unused accounts
Netflix announced Thursday that it will begin deactivating long-dormant accounts, helping customers who no longer use the service cancel their subscriptions.
When Facebook bought Giphy, it bought our emotions too
Facebook announced it is adding Giphy to its library of apps, but it isn't just buying a collection of GIFs. It's acquiring the raw emotions of its users.
Eric Andre’s first stand-up special will launch on Netflix in June
Comedian Eric Andre's first stand-up special is coming to Netflix on June 23. Titled Legalize Everything, it was recorded in New Orleans in 2019.
Epic Games reveals Unreal Engine 5 with a stunning tech demo
Epic Games revealed Unreal Engine 5 with a marvelous real-time demonstration that showcases the tools it will be bringing to the next generation of gaming.
How to turn off Safe Mode in Tumblr
Although it may not end up in the news as often as Facebook or Twitter, Tumblr remains a popular social network for those looking to share art, ideas, and more. It's also home to some truly lascivious content, which is often hidden behind the "Safe Search" feature. Here's how to disable it.
Facebook takes down misinformation networks linked to QAnon
Facebook removed hundreds of accounts and pages with links to foreign governments including Russia and Iran, the company revealed in a report released Tuesday.
Elon Musk is wrong about coronavirus lockdowns. Here’s why
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been sharing his critical views of the coronavirus response, but do his arguments hold up? We take a look at several of his claims.
YouTube adds fact-checking notices to crack down on misinformation
YouTube announced that third-party fact-check panels are coming to the U.S. as part of the effort to stop misinformation — especially around the coronavirus.
Google and Apple’s contact-tracing API could be coming next week
The contact-tracing API in development by Google and Apple could be coming next week, according to a report by Les Echos.
Apple releases mobility data to show if people are social distancing
Apple is releasing mobility data gathered by Apple Maps as part of the effort to fight COVID-19. The data shows stats for walking, driving, and public transit.
Where to donate your stimulus check to help people affected by coronavirus
If you want to donate your stimulus check to fight the coronavirus outbreak, here are the best charities that could use the money.
Github makes core features free for everyone
GitHub, one of the world's largest repositories for coding, announced that it is making its core features free for everyone, and cutting prices for paid plans.
Steve Wozniak’s viral tweet shows how quickly coronavirus misinformation spreads
On Monday afternoon, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak tweeted that he or his wife, Janet Hill, may have been the first case of coronavirus in the United States.
The hard drive of the future has been swimming through our veins all along
As humanity pumps out ever more data, the storage systems of the pst just can't cut it. Thankfully, nature built an incredible storage system a long time ago: DNA. Not only can DNA hold vast sums of data in a small volume, but it could power a revolution in computing.
Sixers and Celtics and trades, oh my! How to stream the 2017 NBA Draft live
The NBA draft is one of the most exciting nights of the year for basketball fans. Here's how to watch the 2017 NBA draft online.
Disney is starting its own streaming service, pulling content from Netflix
CEO Bog Iger announced that some of Disney's most prized properties will leave Netflix to live on the cheaper Disney streaming platform.
How to unblock someone on Instagram
In the age of social media, you occasionally have to block people on social media. The reasons vary, but sometimes, you may decide to unblock them later. If you want to share your cool posts with someone you've previously blocked, here's how to unblock someone on Instagram.
We used an A.I. design tool to come up with a new logo. Here’s what happened
Can A.I. replace human creativity in graphic design? We tried Fiverr's new A.I.-powered Logo Maker to see if it could whip up a better logo for Digital Trends.
Oscars be damned! The Lighthouse was one of the best films of the year
Every year, the Academy snubs some great films in its Oscar nominations, and this year is no different. In overlooking Robert Egger's The Lighthouse, however, the voters have snubbed one of the year's most bizarre, brilliant films. It's a crime big enough to rouse Poseidon himself.
Here’s how to watch the 2020 State of the Union address online tonight
After a delay due to the government shutdown, the State of the Union is scheduled for Tuesday, February 5. It's an important tradition in the annual cycle of U.S. politics, and will probably dominate the national discourse even more this year. Here is how to watch the address online.
The best modern board games
Video games? Who needs them, when you and your friends can gather round a table and lay down fat stacks of tactile cardboard. Board games have come a long way from the days of Monopoly and Mouse Trap. Here are our favorites, so you can start planning your next game night.
Say hello to Impossible Pork, the next generation of fake meat
Impossible Foods took the culinary industry by storm in 2019 with its improved Impossible Burger, a plant-based substitute for ground beef that mimics the flavor and feel of the real thing. At CES 2020, the company unveiled its next product: Impossible Pork.
The decade in dystopia: Technological trends inching us closer to collapse
When the 2010s began, the future of tech seemed bright. Tech entrepreneurs promised a future of unity and progress, a world built around connectivity and convenience. As the decade closes, however, all those utopian dreams have faded, as we’ve woken up in a world of constant surveillance and insecurity.
Hidden smartphone codes for Android and iOS
You may use your smartphone a lot, but do you know every secret it hides? As it turns out, many smartphones have hidden codes that you can enter to access various features that usually fly under the radar. Here are some of the most useful hidden smartphone codes for Android and iOS phones.
Holiday Gift Guide 2019
Looking for the perfect tech gifts to give this holiday season? Digital Trends’ experts have searched high and low for the best of the best. We’ve picked out the greatest drones, computers, smart home gadgets, and more, so whether you need a stocking stuffer or a splashy gift, you’ll find it here.