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This Wobbly Robot Wants to Be Your Pet’s New Playmate

This robotic toy promises to keep your pets entertained while you’re busy.
This Curtain-Opening Robot Isn’t As Convenient As You Think

Wake up to natural sunlight and a loud, whining noise thanks to the wonky SwitchBot that opens and closes your drapes for you.
What Really Caused Facebook’s 500M-User Data Leak?


The company’s explanations have been confusing and inconsistent, but there are finally some answers.
Signal Adds a Payments Feature—With Cryptocurrency


The encrypted messaging app is integrating support for MobileCoin in a bid to keep up with the features offered by its more mainstream rivals.
These Star Wars Stamps Will Make a Fine Addition to Your Collection

The new Star Wars droids stamps are almost here! Announced earlier this year and going on sale this Star Wars Day, May the 4th, the set of 10 stamps from the United States Postal Service commemorates some of the most popular droids from all of Star Wars, from the iconic duo of C-3PO and R2-D2, to newer […]
7 Emergency Preparedness Apps to Keep on Your Phone

Don’t wait till the storm is coming or the earthquake starts to grab these from the app store.
How to Test Early Betas of Software You Use Every Day

If you’re OK with a few bugs and rough edges, you can get new features before anyone else.
Myanmar’s Internet Shutdown Is an Act of ‘Vast Self-Harm’


On Friday the military junta shut off connectivity across the country. There’s no sign of when it will return.
Specialized’s Turbo Como SL Is a Comfy, Lightweight Cruiser

The best way to make an electric bike easier to ride is to drop the weight by about 20 pounds.