If you’ve ever gotten a direct message on Instagram in a language you don’t speak very well, it can be annoying to have to copy the text, open a browser, head to translate.google.com and translate the message, all to just return to the original app and respond. But an Instagram feature released in February allows…
You will, of course, have to sign a bit of your life away as far as personal data, so pay close attention before accepting terms. You may also want to mute the TV’s onboard microphone and just use the new angular remote’s central key to summon Google Assistant. As for the remote, it’s backlit and…
The CEO of Colossal, a startup that aims to use genetic editing techniques to bring back extinct species, including the wooly mammoth, assured audiences at SXSW that the company has no plans to create a real-life Jurassic Park — lest there was any doubt. “Modern conservation isn’t working […] and we’re gonna need a ‘de-extinction’…
Squarespace is a solid choice for building websites, but it’s not the best fit for everyone. While its design templates are polished, and its interface is beginner-friendly, it has notable limitations — especially when it comes to pricing, customization, and flexibility. If you need deeper integrations, better performance, or a more cost-effective hosting solution, Squarespace…
At SXSW 2025, the panel “Aesthetic Access for VR: Centering Disabled Artistry” showcased Territory, a groundbreaking virtual reality experience that proved that accessibility isn’t just an add-on — it’s an art form. Created by Kinetic Light and Double Eye Studios, Territory is the first fully “aesthetically accessible” VR experience. Instead of retrofitting an existing VR…
Honorable Mentions Photograph: Cozy Earth Cozy Earth Waxed Canvas Tote for $115: If you’re into low-key, functional fashion with a hint of “quiet luxury,” this 12-ounce waxed canvas tote delivers just that. Aesthetically, think Yeezy brand circa 2017 (minus the antisemitism). I love mine in washed navy, but the earthy tones—cedar brown, palm green, and…
Creatopy, a startup that uses AI to automate the creation of digital ads, has brought on a new CEO: Tammy H. Nam. Nam was previously COO and CMO at photo-editing startup PicsArt, and before that the CEO of video streamer Viki. She told TechCrunch via email that Creatopy was looking for a US-based executive who…
Cloud storage services are designed to address a variety of data-related needs. Whether it’s accessing files from multiple devices, backing up and restoring your important data, or sharing files across teams for work — utilizing a cloud storage solution is a smart way to go about it. In this rundown, we take a look at…
TL;DR: MacBook Pro with Touch Bar. Grade-A refurb. Just $377.99. Grab it through March 30. Sometimes, you just need a MacBook. Whether it’s to run specific software or because that’s just what everyone at work uses and it’d be really inconvenient to switch, a Mac is on the menu, but don’t worry. Your budget can…
A too-high heat, like 450 degrees, can damage the hair strand’s internal structure; the lowest setting damages the hair’s cuticle layer without creating a long-lasting style. GHD has found the perfect compromise. “Think of 365 as the sweet spot, the perfect in-between for the longest-lasting results with no extreme heat damage,” Kirkland says. GHD further…
